Carlton County public meetings in 2024

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners is holding an adjourned session to approve the consent agenda (minutes, position refill, contract renewals) and then consider regular agenda items. Key actions include setting the 2025 final revenue and expenditure budgets, the payable 2025 levy, and setting 2025 salaries for the Board, Sheriff, County Attorney, and other positions. They will also consider renewing the foster care agreement with Fond du Lac, a hangar door replacement contract, and other administrative matters.

• Set 2025 final budgets and payable levy
• Set 2025 salaries for County Board, Sheriff, County Attorney, and other officials
• Renew foster care agreement with Fond du Lac Reservation (2025–2026)
• Approve hangar door replacement agreement
• Consider legal representation for staff member HRO

The board approved the 2025 budget and property tax levy of $34,440,362, along with budgets for unorganized townships. It also set 2025 salaries for commissioners, elected officials, and non-represented employees, including a 3.75% cost-of-living increase for non-union staff. Several proposed salary increases for the Sheriff and County Attorney failed, with final salaries set at $161,387.20 and $163,800 respectively. The board also approved various contracts, licenses, and resolutions as part of the consent agenda and regular agenda.

• Approved 2025 property tax levy of $34,440,362 (all yeas, Brenner absent)
• Approved 3.75% cost-of-living wage increase for non-represented employees (all yeas, Brenner absent)
• Set 2025 County Commissioner salary at $27,383 (all yeas, Brenner absent)
• Set 2025 Sheriff salary at $161,387.20 (all yeas, Proulx nay, Brenner absent)
• Set 2025 County Attorney salary at $163,800 (all yeas, Proulx nay, Brenner absent)
• Denied 3.75% increase for Sheriff salary (motion failed 1-3)
• Denied 3.75% increase for County Attorney salary (motion failed 1-3)
• Approved $45/day foster care contract with Fond du Lac Reservation (consent agenda)

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners holds a Truth in Taxation public meeting to present an overview of the property tax system and review the proposed 2025 budget and levy. Public comments and written comments are accepted. Final adoption of the 2025 budget and levy will occur at the December 23 adjourned board meeting.

• Review of proposed 2025 County Budget and Levy
• Presentation of property tax refunds, deferrals for seniors, and renter's rebate information
• Public comments and questions on the budget and levy
• Acknowledgment of written comments received
• Final adoption scheduled for December 23, 2024, 4:00 p.m.

County Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider Ordinance #40 to regulate the registration of cannabis businesses. The meeting also includes several contract renewals for health and human services and appointments for the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.

• Ordinance #40 to regulate registration of cannabis businesses
• Human Development Center ACT contract renewal not to exceed $328,593
• Human Development Center General contract renewal for $359,695 (adult services) and $65,000 (children services)
• Justice North contract renewal for $8,000
• Amendments to Ordinance #27

The Carlton County Board approved the consent agenda, including contracts for mental health, legal services, and waste management, and adopted resolutions for cannabis business regulation (Ordinance No. 40) and zoning amendments (Ordinance No. 27). They also approved interim and conditional use permits for a gravel pit and wood storage yard, and made several appointments and budget carryovers.

• Approved consent agenda with contracts for mental health, legal services, and waste management (all yea, Brenner absent)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 40 regulating cannabis businesses (resolution 24-091)
• Adopted amendments to Zoning Ordinance No. 27 for cannabis businesses (resolution 24-092)
• Approved interim use permit for gravel pit at 1843 Douglas Road, Carlton (No. 424007)
• Approved conditional use permit for wood storage yard at 2266 Hwy 210, Carlton (No. 424008)
• Approved HDC contract for Assertive Community Treatment up to $328,593
• Approved budget carryovers for zoning and environmental services totaling $376,750.56
• Appointed Anne Napoli as Public Health and Human Services Director

Planning Commission

The Carlton County Planning Commission will meet on December 4, 2024, to hold public hearings on two conditional/interim use applications (by Cheryl Klejeski and Jesse Fitzsimmons) and consider amendments to Zoning Ordinance #27. The meeting will also include approval of previous minutes and the agenda. No other business is scheduled.

• Public hearing on Conditional/Interim Use #424007 – Cheryl Klejeski
• Public hearing on Conditional/Interim Use #424008 – Jesse Fitzsimmons
• Consideration of amendments to Zoning Ordinance #27

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the creation of a formal Tribal-County Dialogue Team and receive updates on the Justice Center and transportation projects. The meeting includes presentations from Second Harvest Northland and JIF.

• Consideration of a formal Tribal-County Dialogue Team
• Justice Center update
• Transportation report including $1.76 million in federal funding for CSAH 61 Esko construction in 2027
• Planned 2025 paving projects for CR 113, CR 114, CR 107, CR 152, CR 119, CR 116, CR 118, and CR 117
• Planned 2025 construction for Cromwell Multi Use Trail and Moose Lake Trail Phase 2

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance (Ordinance #40) to regulate the registration of cannabis businesses within the county. The ordinance would require state-licensed cannabis retailers to register with the county, set registration fees not to exceed $500, and mandate annual compliance checks including unannounced age verification. The board will hear public comment before adjourning to a scheduled board meeting where the ordinance could be considered for adoption.

• Proposed Ordinance #40 to regulate registration of cannabis businesses, including retail sales and temporary events
• Registration fee capped at $500 or half the state license fee, whichever is less; no application fee
• Annual compliance checks required, including at least one unannounced age-verification using persons aged 17–20
• Civil penalties up to $2,000 for operating without valid registration or for registration violations
• Temporary cannabis events require a local permit or license from Carlton County

County Board of Commissioners

The board will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to regulate registration of cannabis businesses at 4:30pm. The consent agenda includes multiple purchase-of-service contracts (e.g., Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment at $105,575/year), a position refill, a hauler license, and lease renewals. Regular agenda items include a Safe and Smoke-Free Public Places Ordinance, approval of a third biennium budget for Nemadji 1W1P, reappointment of Duane Brownie as County Veterans Service Officer, and leases with the Public Defenders Office and AEOA.

• Public hearing on Ordinance to Regulate Registration of Cannabis Businesses at 4:30pm
• Safe and Smoke-Free Public Places Ordinance (regular agenda)
• Purchase of Service Contract with Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment - Detox for $105,575/year (2025-2026)
• Renewal of AEOA lease at Transportation Building: $175/month office, plus bus storage fees
• Reappoint Duane Brownie as County Veterans Service Officer

County Board of Commissioners

The board will consider a consent agenda that includes renewing purchase-of-service agreements with five providers (Pinewood, JET, AEOA, Duluth Regional Care Center, NKP Guardianship) and approving terms for the December 17 timber auction. Also up for approval are out-of-state travel for a sheriff's investigator and two Operation Stonegarden grants. The regular agenda includes employee service awards and a request to start an employee above Step 3.

• Renew POS agreement with Pinewood Inc. for day training and habilitation services (up to $100,000/year for 2025–2026)
• Renew POS agreement with NE MN Office of Job Training (JET) for MFIP employment services ($330,661.68 total for 2025)
• Renew POS agreement with AEOA for MFIP services ($330,661.68 total for 2025)
• Approve terms and conditions for December 17 timber auction (Tract 1: $9,218.75 total; Tract 2: not fully priced in agenda)
• Approve out-of-state travel for Sheriff's Investigator and 2022/2023 Operation Stonegarden Grants

Planning Commission

The Carlton County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on November 6, 2024. The main substantive item is a discussion of cannabis zoning regulations. The commission will also discuss 2025 vacancies and schedule a public hearing. Other agenda items are procedural: call to order, roll call, approval of minutes from September 4, and adjournment.

• Discuss cannabis zoning regulations
• Discuss 2025 planning commission vacancies
• Schedule public hearing

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing on a proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 29, the county's smoke-free public places and workplaces ordinance. The amendment would expand the ban to include cannabis, cannabis-derived products, and electronic delivery devices, and would rename the ordinance to the 'SafeLand Smoke-Free Public Places Ordinance.' The board will hear public comment and then adjourn to its regular meeting; no final decision is expected at the hearing.

• Proposed amendment adds cannabis, cannabis-derived products, and electronic smoking devices to existing ban on smoking tobacco in public places and workplaces.
• Ordinance would be renamed to 'SafeLand Smoke-Free Public Places Ordinance' to reflect broader scope.
• Original Ordinance No. 29 was adopted in 2007; the amendment updates purpose and definitions.
• Penalties for violations: petty misdemeanor with fine up to $300 for first offense, misdemeanor for subsequent offenses.
• Public comment period is open; written comments also acknowledged.

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold an adjourned session to discuss several administrative and zoning items. Key actions include considering a public hearing for a proposed ordinance to regulate cannabis businesses, approving consent agenda items like contract renewals and a position refill, and reviewing leases for warming houses with local clubs.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 29 at 4:30 p.m. (purpose not specified in agenda)
• Consent agenda includes refilling Accounting Tech position and renewing DRCC contract
• Consider contract for mattress transportation and Transfer Station scale software agreement
• Leases to Kettle River Snowmobile Club and Moose Horn Rod and Gun Club for warming houses
• Authorize planning for a Women in Leadership Summit in 2025

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board will meet on October 8, 2024, to consider a consent agenda that includes a $139,000 agreement to provide child support services to Cook County in 2025. Other consent items include renewal of the anti-heroin task force joint powers agreement and adoption of a naloxone policy. The regular agenda features a contract with Heartberry, a library board appointment, and refilling the Public Health and Human Services Director vacancy.

• Approve 2025 Cook County Child Support Services Agreement for $139,000
• Renew Joint Powers Agreement with State of MN Anti-Heroin Task Force
• Approve Naloxone Policy
• Renew BCBS Platinum Blue contract
• Approve contract with Heartberry (details not specified in agenda)

Planning Commission

The October 2, 2024 Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Committee of the Whole

The Carlton County Committee of the Whole will hear updates on the Family Friendly Jail Initiative and the Justice Center, consider approving a Naloxone Administration Policy, discuss Group Medicare Renewal, and review property management and transportation updates. The board will also discuss lobbying priorities for the upcoming district meeting.

• Family Friendly Jail Initiative Program update
• Justice Center Update
• Approve the Naloxone Policy for county staff to administer naloxone nasal spray
• Group Medicare Renewal
• Discuss lobbying priorities for the October 10 district meeting

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board will set the 2025 preliminary budget and levy, schedule the Truth in Taxation public meeting, and consider a petition for immediate annexation under MN Statute 414.0235. The consent agenda includes approval of grants: a $10,989 Children's Mental Health Juvenile Screening Grant for 2025–2026 and a DWI Traffic Safety Officer Grant, along with property tax abatements and a bingo application.

• Set 2025 Preliminary Carlton County Budget and Levy
• Petition requesting immediate annexation under MN Statute 414.0235
• Set time, date and location for 2025 Truth in Taxation Public Meeting
• Accept Children's Mental Health Juvenile Screening Grant ($10,989 total for 2025-2026)
• Approve Abatement 21-210-0120, 0200, 0220

County Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review conditional use permits and a rezoning request. They will also consider a public hearing to amend the smoke-free public places and workplaces ordinance and a contract for peer support services.

• CUP Request #424005 for Big Lake Golf Resort
• CUP Request #424006 for Pura/Milczark
• Rezoning Request #524004 for Danderand
• Proposed public hearing to amend Ordinance #29 (Smoke-Free Public Places and Places of Work)
• July 2024 expenditures totaling $18,880,970.07

The Carlton County Board approved a $100,000 service agreement with Wellness in the Woods, funded by opioid settlement funds, for September 16, 2024 to September 15, 2025. The board also approved two conditional use permits (campground expansion and gravel pit expansion), a rezoning request, set a public hearing on a smoke-free ordinance amendment, and released a right-of-access easement. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $100,000 Wellness in the Woods service agreement (unanimous)
• Approved CUP 424005 for Big Lake Golf & Resort campground expansion to 49 sites (unanimous)
• Approved CUP 424006 for aggregate extraction expansion in Silver Township (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 524004 for property at 290 Bergman Road to A-2 district (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Oct 28, 2024 on amending Smoke-Free Ordinance No. 29 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 24-063 releasing part of right-of-access easement (unanimous)
• Approved July 2024 claims totaling $17,038,930.21 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding three specific land use and rezoning requests. The body will also discuss cannabis zoning regulations.

• Conditional/Interim Use #424005 – Big Lake Golf & Resort, LLC
• Conditional/Interim Use #424006 – Scott Milczark, Greg Milczark, and Kevin Peura
• Rezoning Request #524004 – Josh and Chantelle Danderand
• Discussion of Cannabis Zoning Regulations

The Carlton County Planning Commission approved all three public hearing items: conditional/interim use permits for Big Lake Golf & Resort and for Kevin Peura, Greg Milczark, and Scott Milczark, and a rezoning request for Josh and Chantelle Danderand. All votes were unanimous (7-0). The commission also discussed cannabis zoning regulations but took no action.

• Approved findings of fact for CUP #424005 (Big Lake Golf & Resort) (7-0)
• Approved CUP #424005 with conditions (7-0)
• Approved findings of fact for CUP #424006 (Peura/Milczark) (7-0)
• Approved CUP #424006 with conditions (7-0)
• Approved rezoning #524004 (Danderand) (7-0)
• Approved June 5, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved agenda (7-0)

Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider the 2025 budget and levy for adoption. Members will also receive updates on the Justice Center, transportation projects, and property management.

• Discussion and consideration for adoption of the 2025 budget and levy
• Information on Ordinance #29 regarding Public Health & Human Services
• Justice Center update
• Transportation report including planned 2025 paving for CR 113, CR 114, and CR 119
• CSAH 61 and TH 210 intersection improvements scheduled to start September 9

The Committee of the Whole met on September 3, 2024, and approved the agenda and July minutes. They received updates on the Justice Center opening, property management, and personnel matters. The 2025 budget and levy were discussed but not adopted, with a levy number planned for the September 23 board meeting. A request to add a car to the 2025 budget was approved.

• Approved agenda (motion by Zmyslony, seconded by Peterson)
• Approved July 2, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Peterson, seconded by Brenner)
• Approved adding a car to 2025 budget request (motion by Kyle Holmes, seconded by Dick Brenner)

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold an adjourned session to consider a purchase of online permitting software under Zoning and Environmental Services, and will vote on a consent agenda that includes a contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services for the Senior Companion Program, final payment for a project, and appointment of a Housing Trust Fund representative. The regular agenda also includes approval of an agreement for hanger roof repairs in Transportation. No public hearings or major policy changes are listed.

• Consider purchase of online permitting software (Zoning & Environmental Services)
• Approve contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services for Senior Companion Program
• Appoint Housing Trust Fund FDL representative
• Approve final payment 009-606-037
• Approve hanger roof repairs agreement (Transportation)

County Board of Commissioners

At the regular session, the board will approve a consent agenda with routine items including final payment of $13,935 to Veit & Company for Brookston and Lund road grading, a lease with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture for $4,200 for office space, and refilling several positions. The regular agenda includes approval of 2025-2026 employee health and dental insurance contracts, a Kettle River/Upper St. Croix comprehensive watershed master project agreement, and personnel actions such as reappointing the county assessor and revising job descriptions.

• Final payment of $13,935.49 to Veit & Company for road projects CP 009-113-002 (Brookston Road) and CP 009-114-007 (Lund Road)
• Lease with Minnesota Department of Agriculture for $4,200 ($175/month) for office space at 1630 County Road 61
• Approve 2025-2026 contract for employee health insurance
• Approve 2025-2026 contract for employee dental insurance
• Kettle River/Upper St. Croix comprehensive watershed master project agreement and statement of work

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 7, 2024, has been cancelled.

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board will discuss and decide on several items, including whether to opt into a state settlement for tax-forfeited properties, which involves an estimated $2.15 million surplus from about 110 parcels. Other actions include a law enforcement service agreement with the City of Moose Lake, a letter of support for a Minnesota Deer Hunters Association grant, and routine administrative approvals.

• Update on tax forfeit court case: opt into state settlement with $2,154,313 surplus for 110 parcels
• Consider law enforcement service agreement with City of Moose Lake
• Letter of support for Minnesota Deer Hunters Association Conservation Partners Legacy Grant
• Approve Earned Sick and Safe Time policy
• Closed session for union negotiations

Board of Adjustment

The Carlton County Board of Adjustment & Appeals will meet on July 16, 2024, to hold public hearings on three variance applications. The board will also consider approving minutes from the June 18, 2024 meeting. No old business is listed.

• Public hearing on variance application #324007 – Hanging Horn Owner, LLC
• Public hearing on variance application #324008 – Aiden Hemmila
• Public hearing on variance application #324009 – Sabrina Jordan
• Legal ad published in Star Gazette on July 4, 2024, and Pine Knot News on July 5, 2024

County Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider renewing the electronic recycling contract with TRC, A Retrofit Company, through August 31, 2025. The agenda also includes discussions regarding Justice Center costs and timelines.

• Renew electronics recycling contract with TRC, A Retrofit Company
• Approve costs for Justice Center
• Review Justice Center Close Out timeline
• Approve LG220 permit for North Country RIDE
• Approve IFS Contract

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will meet to review updates regarding property management and human resources. The agenda includes a vote to approve the Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST) policy and discussions on solid waste costs.

• Approval of Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST) Policy
• Property Management update
• Solid Waste Costs discussion
• Transportation update
• Discussion of lobbying priorities

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will consider a one-year extension for food waste collection and transportation. The agenda also includes the renewal of the United Way LHPA contract and appointments to the Housing Trust Fund.

• One-year extension for Food Waste Collection and Transportation
• Addendum to Food Waste and Transportation contract
• United Way LHPA Contract Renewal
• Appointment of members to the Housing Trust Fund
• Approval of April 2024 expenditure listing and claims over 2K

County Board of Commissioners

The Board of Review and County Board of Appeal and Equalization will elect a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary. The meeting includes a review of the appraisal process by the County Assessor and staff. The board may also take action on correspondence or accept assessment books.

• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice-Chairperson
• Election of Secretary
• Review of appraisal process by County Assessor and staff
• Potential acceptance of assessment books

County Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider moving Statewide Affordable Housing Aid funds from Public Health and Human Services to the Housing Trust Fund. The agenda also includes discussions on personnel vacancies, zoning requests, and various county contracts.

• Moving Statewide Affordable Housing Aid funds to the Housing Trust Fund
• Transfer Station gate fee adjustment
• Contract with Cloquet Riverside Recycling
• T-Hanger site development contract award
• Refilling positions due to retirement and resignation

Planning Commission

The Carlton County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding three conditional or interim use applications. These include requests from Madelyn Decaigny, Jerri and Nancy Wickstrom for Northland Constructors, and McLean Investments LLC.

• Conditional/Interim Use #424002 - Madelyn Decaigny
• Conditional/Interim Use #424003 - Jerri & Nancy Wickstrom for Northland Constructors
• Conditional/Interim Use #424004 - McLean Investments LLC

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board will consider adopting the Kettle River & Upper St. Croix Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan and entering into a Joint Powers Agreement for its implementation. The board will also review routine administrative items, including licenses, a trail permit, a tax-forfeit parcel sale, and personnel matters.

• Approve Kettle River/Upper St. Croix JPA Resolution
• Approve Kettle River/Upper St. Croix Budget
• Consider Renewed Limited Use Permit for Connector Trail
• Sale of Tax Forfeit parcel to City of Wright
• Approval to start 2 Deputies above Step 3 on wage scale

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session covering routine administrative items, public health and human services actions, zoning matters, and other county business. Key items include a one-year lease extension for the Southern Carlton County Family Center, a proposed contract for document extraction services, and a minor subdivision request. The agenda also includes several approvals and policy discussions.

• Lease extension for Southern Carlton County Family Center at 316 Elm Ave, Moose Lake, MN, at $2,448/month for July 1, 2024 – July 1, 2025
• Contract proposal from Content Services Consulting for OnBase document extraction, estimated at $46,500 (300 hours at $155/hr), with ~50% federal reimbursement
• Consider Minor Subdivision #824004 for Rebecca Bosanko, properties at 1875 and 1879 County Road 1, Carlton, MN, with Planning Commission recommendation for approval
• Approve LG220 permit for Lakehead Harvest Reunion
• Consider 2025 Budget Policy statement and direction

Committee of the Whole

The Carlton County Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and potentially approve an updated Alternative Work Site (AWS) policy, receive updates on the Justice Center project and various departments, and discuss budget direction and lobbying priorities. The agenda also includes a presentation from Ehlers Financial Management and a possible cancellation of the June meeting.

• Justice Center update by Paul Coughlin
• Approve AWS Policy update
• Discuss transferring PM trailer to SWCD
• Discuss significant initiatives and issues impacting budget policy statement and budget direction
• Ehlers Financial Management Planning Presentation

Planning Commission

The Carlton County Planning Commission will meet on May 1, 2024. The agenda includes a review of minor subdivision #824004 for Rebecca Bosanko and the approval of meeting minutes from April 3, 2024.

• Minor Subdivision #824004 – Rebecca Bosanko
• Approval of April 3, 2024, meeting minutes

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold an adjourned session to handle routine administrative items, including personnel refills, a proclamation, a letter of support, an abatement, and a closed session for union negotiations. Several items are for approval, while others are informational.

• Refill two Accounting Technician positions due to resignations
• Approve Proclamation for Mental Health Awareness Month
• Consider letter of support for Recycling Market Development Grant for True North Goodwill
• Approve abatement for property PID 06-015-0440 due to class change
• Consider renaming current courthouse

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular session on April 9, 2024, addressing routine administrative items and several land-use decisions. Key actions include considering two rezoning requests, adopting amendments to Subdivision Ordinance #28, and approving the submittal of a watershed management plan. The board will also receive updates on opioid settlement funds and various contracts and policies.

• Rezoning request #524002: Christina Vue, 3581 Bent Trout Lake Road, Barnum, from C-2 to A-2
• Rezoning request #524003: Mike & Cindy Rabideaux, 2291 Thell Road, Wrenshall, from A-1 to A-2
• Adopt amendments to Subdivision Ordinance #28
• Approve submittal of Kettle River/Upper St. Croix Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan to BWSR
• Approve 5/7/24 Timber Auction terms and conditions

Planning Commission

The Carlton County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two rezoning requests and amendments to Subdivision Ordinance #28. The meeting also includes the approval of March 6, 2024, minutes.

• Rezoning – 524002 Christina Vue
• Rezoning – 524003 Mike & Cindy Rabideaux
• Amendments to Carlton County Subdivision Ordinance #28

Committee of the Whole

The Carlton County Committee of the Whole will discuss a proposed professional services contract with Tony Mancuso for advice on the Justice Center, property management modernization, a 5-year capital plan, and space use. They will also hear the SWCD 2023 annual report, review transportation plans, and discuss policy updates and lobbying priorities.

• Tony Mancuso contract for services through March 31, 2025, up to 20 hours per week
• SWCD 2023 annual report: $228,229 county contribution leveraged $1,598,051 in additional funding
• Transportation 5-year plan discussion
• Lactation policy and EEO policy updates
• National Therapy Animal Day resolution discussion

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board will consider a letter of support for the St. Louis County Regional Landfill in Virginia, Minnesota, as an alternative disposal site after the Moccasin Mike Landfill closes by 2026. The board will also vote on several contracts, including road projects and an agricultural lease, and handle routine administrative items.

• Letter of support for St. Louis County Regional Landfill
• Approve Heikes Ag Lease for $200/year
• Award contract for SP 009-655-005/SP 009-070-012
• Award contract for SAP 009-616-005 and SAP 009-645-007
• Proclamation: Week of the Young Child (April 6-12, 2024)

Planning Commission

The Carlton County Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit and a rezoning request. The commission will also discuss proposed revisions to Subdivision Ordinance #28.

• Conditional/Interim Use #424001 - James Fuglestad
• Rezoning – 524001 Erica Wendling
• Revisions to Subdivision Ordinance #28

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing to consider the draft comprehensive watershed management plan for the Kettle River and Upper St. Croix watershed. The hearing follows a 60-day public comment period and includes a presentation by Paul Swanson, Pine Soil & Water Conservation District Manager. Public comments will be considered in final revisions to the plan. No action is requested at this time beyond the hearing process.

• Public hearing on draft Kettle River and Upper St. Croix Watershed Plan
• Presentation by Paul Swanson, Pine SWCD District Manager
• Public comment period for the draft plan has ended
• Written comments accepted until hearing start
• Hearing at Carlton County Transportation Building, 1630 County Road 61, Carlton

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will meet in an adjourned session to conduct routine business and consider several action items. A public hearing is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. on the Kettle River and Upper St. Croix Watershed Plan. The board will also consider cabin lease renewals, a prescribed burn agreement with the DNR, solar farm lease negotiation authorization, a property repurchase, a grant acceptance, and various licenses and permits.

• Public hearing on Kettle River and Upper St. Croix Watershed Plan (4:30 p.m.)
• Approve cabin lease renewals
• Consider site-specific agreement with DNR for prescribed burns on county managed lands
• MZH Solar Farm lease negotiation authorization
• Consider repurchase of property 15-678-0600

County Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a proposed update to the Zoning and Environmental Services fee schedule. They will also consider renewing a delegation agreement with the MN DNR for the Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Program.

• Approval of new Zoning and Environmental Services Fee Schedule effective March 1, 2024
• Renewal of MN DNR delegation agreement for watercraft inspections
• Proposed amendments to Zoning Ordinance #27
• Bids for Justice Center body scanners, water softeners, and furniture refinishing
• Support for Twig Area Trail Riders Lumberjack Trail Bridge grant

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Carlton County Zoning Ordinance #27. The meeting includes standard procedural actions such as approving previous minutes and the current agenda.

• Public hearing for amendments to Carlton County Zoning Ordinance #27

Committee of the Whole

The Carlton County Committee of the Whole will hear presentations on proposed spongy moth treatments and a wolf hunting/trapping resolution, and receive updates on the Justice Center and transportation projects. They will also review zoning fees, septic enforcement, and other administrative items. The meeting is for discussion only; no formal votes are listed.

• Presentation on 2024 Spongy Moth Treatments by Minnesota Department of Agriculture
• Discussion of resolution request from Hunters For Hunters supporting wolf delisting and hunting season
• Justice Center construction update by Paul Coughlin
• Transportation report includes CSAH 55 (22nd Street) project with $2.9M federal funding, letting planned March 25, 2024
• Zoning fee schedule review effective March 1, 2024

County Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a potential ordinance to establish the Carlton County Housing Trust Fund. The fund would provide loans and grants to support affordable and workforce housing projects for moderate, low, and very low-income households.

• Public hearing regarding the Housing Trust Fund Ordinance
• Proposed fund to provide loans and grants for housing acquisition, capital, and soft costs
• Requirement for Board approval on any fund disbursements exceeding $50,000
• Proposed minimum affordability term of 15 years for assisted units

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold an adjourned session to consider routine administrative items, public hearings, and several notable actions. These include potential property sales, a communications tower contract, a housing trust fund ordinance, and various personnel and policy decisions.

• Public hearing at 4:30pm on H11
• Consider sale of 531 Slate Street, Cloquet
• Consider sale of 15-180-0350 to City of Carlton
• Approve contract for Communications Tower for Justice Center
• Housing Trust Fund Ordinance Resolution

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss proposed revisions to the Floodplain Overlay District within Zoning Ordinance #27. The meeting also includes administrative tasks such as electing a Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary.

• Proposed revisions to Carlton County Zoning Ordinance #27
• Floodplain Overlay District revision or new ordinance discussion
• Election of Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of November 1, 2023 meeting minutes

County Board of Commissioners

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners holds its annual meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair for 2024, approve the agenda and prior minutes, and handle routine administrative items. The board will also consider two contracts: a month-to-month lease for ACT team office space and an amendment to a seven-county regional agreement for an electronic document management system.

• Election of Board Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2024
• Approve month-to-month commercial lease with Avenue B Rentals, LLC for 2,000 sq ft at 1103 Avenue B, Cloquet, MN at $3,000/month
• Consider amendment to Region 3 Charter Agreement for EDMS of income maintenance programs
• Approve ACT Lease
• Set dates/times for 2024 County Board and Committee of the Whole meetings