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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
531 Dewey Street, Foley
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531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 9:00 AM
Benton County Board Room
531 Dewey Street, Foley, MN
AGENDA
Benton County Board of Commissioners/Benton County Ditch Authority
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9:00 - Commissioner Steve Heinen, Board Chair
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Roll Call
- Approve or Amend the Agenda
9:01 - Announcement by the Board Chair
County Board meetings are broadcast live and video recorded on YouTube. Please refrain
from speaking from the audience area and come to the podium so that viewers can hear you.
The County Board observes Roberts Rules of Order for its meetings, so please obtain the
Board Chair’s consent before addressing the County Board. Public comments are generally
reserved for the Open Forum segment or Public Hearings. However, public comment on other
agenda items may be allowed at the discretion of the Board Chair. As we begin today, …
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Recent meetings
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Public hearing on petition to remove land from CD 10
The Benton County Ditch Authority will hold a public hearing on a petition to remove property from County Ditch 10. The board will also consider approving the minutes from its July 7, 2026 meeting. The agenda is otherwise routine.
- Public hearing on Petition for Removal from CD 10
- Approve or amend Ditch Authority meeting minutes of July 7, 2026
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531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
BENTON COUNTY DITCH AUTHORITY
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 9:00 AM
Benton County Board Room
531 Dewey Street, Foley, MN
AGENDA
Benton County Board of Commissioners/Benton County Ditch Authority
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/834170141
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 834-170-141
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
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1.
Commissioner Scott Johnson, Benton County Ditch Authority Chair
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Approve or Amend the Agenda
2.
Open Forum Announcement by the Ditch Authority Chair
- Public Input and/or Informational Matters Not Requiring Action by the Ditch Authority
3.
Consent Agenda
1. Approve or Amend the Ditch Authority Meeting Minutes of July 7, 2026
4.
Regular Agenda
- Public Hearing regarding Petition for Removal from CD 10
5.
Adjourn
531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County board to consider CSAH 29 extension acquisition and solar road use agreement
The Benton County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several action items, including a resolution authorizing acquisition for the CSAH 29 extension project and approval of a road use agreement with Benton Solar LLC. The board will also hold a closed session to consider offers for real property, and handle routine consent agenda items such as minutes, a project manager update, a comp time exception, a PATH grant contract, and a public health request.
- Resolution and authorization of acquisition for CSAH 29 Ext. Project
- Approval of Benton Solar LLC. Road Use Agreement
- Closed session to consider offers for real property
- 2026-2027 PATH grant contract approval (Human Services)
- Exception to comp time bank for exempt Auditor-Treasurer employee
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531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 9:00 AM
Benton County Board Room
531 Dewey Street, Foley, MN
AGENDA
Benton County Board of Commissioners/Benton County Ditch Authority
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/834170141
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 834-170-141
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts:
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9:00 - Commissioner Steve Heinen, Board Chair
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Roll Call
- Approve or Amend the Agenda
9:01 - Announcement by the Board Chair
County Board meetings are broadcast live and video recorded on YouTube. Please refrain
from speaking from the audience area and come to the podium so that viewers can hear you.
The County Board observes Roberts Rules of Order for its meetings, so please obtain the
Board Chair’s consent before addressing the County Board. Public comments are generally
reserved for the Open Forum segment or Public Hearings. However, public comment on other
agenda items may be allowed at the discretion of the Board Chair. As we begin today, pl …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Benton County Community Health Board to consider oral health coalition agreement
The Benton County Community Health Board will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the August 4, 2026 special meeting, and consider an agreement with the Minnesota Oral Health Coalition. The meeting is open to the public and can be attended remotely.
- Approve or amend the Community Health Board Special Meeting Minutes of August 4, 2026
- Consider Minnesota Oral Health Coalition Agreement
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531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
BENTON COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 9:00 AM
Benton County Board Room
531 Dewey Street, Foley, MN
AGENDA
Benton County Board of Commissioners/Benton County Ditch Authority
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/834170141
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 834-170-141
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
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1.
Commissioner Steve Heinen, Community Health Board Chair
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Approve or Amend the Agenda
2.
Consent Agenda
1. Approve or Amend the Community Health Board Special Meeting Minutes of August 4,
2026
3.
Jaclyn Litfin, Community Health Administrator and Public Health Director
- Minnesota Oral Health Coalition Agreement
4.
Adjourn
Pursuant to MN Statutes §13D.02 and County Policy, the following County Board members may
531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinsk …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
Special
Benton County Ditch Authority to hear public comment on 13 county ditches, may levy assessments
The Benton County Ditch Authority is holding a special meeting to present information and take public comment on County Ditches 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15. After the presentations and comments, the Authority may take action to order assessments for repair and maintenance levies. This is a public hearing, so residents can voice concerns or questions about these drainage systems.
- Public comment on County Ditches 3, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15
- Possible action to order assessment of repair and maintenance levies
- Meeting held at Foley High School Auditorium, 621 Penn Street, Foley, MN
- Attorney John Kolb of Rinke Noonan to explain purpose of hearing
- Ditch Inspector Adam Ritsche to give general presentation of county ditches
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531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
BENTON COUNTY SPECIAL MEETING OF THE DITCH AUTHORITY
Monday, August 17, 2026 6:00 PM
Foley High School Auditorium
621 Penn Street
Foley, MN 56329
AGENDA
1.
Commissioner Scott Johnson, Benton County Ditch Authority Chair
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
2.
Welcome and Introductions
3.
Purpose of Hearing - Attorney John Kolb of Rinke Noonan
4.
General Presentation of County Ditches by Environmental Technician - Ditch
Inspector Adam Ritsche
- General Presentation of Ditches
5.
Presentation Regarding County Ditch 3
- Public Comment and Questions Regarding County Ditch 3
6.
Presentation Regarding County Ditch 5
- Public Comment and Questions Regarding County Ditch 5
7.
Presentation Regarding County Ditch 6
- Public Comment and Questions Regarding County Ditch 6
8.
Presentation Regarding County Ditch 7
531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
- Public Comment and Questions Regarding County Ditch 7
9.
Presentation Regarding Count …
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Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 13:00
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Fri Jul 24, 2026 · 18:00
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 09:00
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Ditch Authority to consider removing property from County Ditch No. 10
The Benton County Ditch Authority will hear a petition to remove property from County Ditch No. 10. The board will also approve minutes from two previous meetings. No other significant decisions are on the agenda.
- Petition for removal of property from County Ditch No. 10
- Approval of Ditch Authority special meeting minutes of June 8, 2026
- Approval of Ditch Authority meeting minutes of June 16, 2026
- Remote participation by all five commissioners under MN Statutes §13D.02
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531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
BENTON COUNTY DITCH AUTHORITY
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 9:00 AM
Benton County Board Room
531 Dewey Street, Foley, MN
AGENDA
Benton County Board of Commissioners/Benton County Ditch Authority
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
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You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 834-170-141
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
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1. Commissioner Scott Johnson, Benton County Ditch Authority Chair
- Call to Order
- Roll Call
- Approve or Amend the Agenda
2. Open Forum Announcement by the Ditch Authority Chair
- Public Input and/or Informational Matters Not Requiring Action by the Ditch Authority
3. Consent Agenda
1. Approve or Amend the Ditch Authority Special Meeting Minutes of June 8, 2026
2. Approve or Amend the Ditch Authority Meeting Minutes of June 16, 2026
4. Regular Agenda
- Petition for the Removal of Property from County Ditch No. 10
531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
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Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 18:00
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Benton County Board to consider rezoning, contracts, and road projects
The Benton County Board will meet to approve consent agenda items including minutes, financial reports, and road permits, and to consider a contract for a connector trail and a public hearing on a zoning ordinance.
- Public hearing on Ordinance #504 to rezone 5.63 acres to 'B-2' Business Enterprise District
- Consider contract with SEH for Rice to Bend in the River connector trail
- Consider contract with Bradshaw and Bryant for Public Defender services
- Consider Special Road Use Permits for Scott's Kustomz Car & Bike Show, Rice Days 2026, and Gilman Days Parade
- Award Construction Contract #2026-10 for Project Nos. CP 005-610-009 and CP 005-623-005
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531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
BENTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 9:00 AM
Benton County Board Room
531 Dewey Street, Foley, MN
AGENDA
Benton County Board of Commissioners/Benton County Ditch Authority
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
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You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 834-170-141
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
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- 9:00 - Commissioner Steve Heinen, Board Chair
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Roll Call
- Approve or Amend the Agenda
- 9:01 - Announcement by the Board Chair
County Board meetings are broadcast live and video recorded on YouTube. Please refrain
from speaking from the audience area and come to the podium so that viewers can hear you.
The County Board observes Roberts Rules of Order for its meetings, so please obtain the
Board Chair’s consent before addressing the County Board. Public comments are generally
reserved for the Open Forum segment or Public Hearings. However, public comment on other
agenda items may be allowed at the discretion of the Board Chair. As we begin today, please
turn …
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Benton County Board of Commissioners meeting scheduled for May 11, 2026
The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific policy decisions, contracts, or public hearings listed for this meeting.
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531 Dewey Street P.O. Box 129 Foley, MN 56329 | bentoncountymn.gov
320-968-5000 Main | 320-968-5329 Fax | 320-968-8842 TDD
Commissioners: District 1: Scott Johnson ǀ District 2: Ed Popp ǀ District 3: Steve Heinen
District 4: Jared Gapinski ǀ District 5: Pam Benoit
BENTON COUNTY
Monday, May 11, 2026 6:00 PM
Benton County Board Room
531 Dewey Street, Foley, MN
AGENDA
Benton County Board of Commissioners/Benton County Ditch Authority
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://meet.goto.com/834170141
You can also dial in using your phone.
Access Code: 834-170-141
United States: +1 (571) 317-3122
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- Commissioner Steve Heinen, Board Chair
- Call to Order
- Pledge of Allegiance
- Roll Call
- Approve or Amend the Agenda
- Announcement by the Board Chair
County Board meetings are broadcast live and video recorded on YouTube. Please refrain
from speaking from the audience area and come to the podium so that viewers can hear you.
The County Board observes Roberts Rules of Order for its meetings, so please obtain the
Board Chair’s consent before addressing the County Board. Public comments are generally
reserved for the Open Forum segment or Public Hearings. However, public comment on other
agenda items may be allowed at the discretion of the Board Chair. As we begin today, please
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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
531 Dewey Street, Foley
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 09:00
Special
531 Dewey Street, Foley
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
531 Dewey Street, Foley
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
531 Dewey Street, Foley
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
531 Dewey Street, Foley
Thu May 28, 2026 · 19:00
General
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🌐 County-level context (Benton County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-122 people (-$7.8M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)2 ({"Flood": 6, "Severe Storm": 3, "Biological": 2, "Drought": · last Tue Apr 7, 2020)
Traffic fatalities7 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments975 (16,944 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,151/mo (522 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy14.1% (low numeracy 23% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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139
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.