Koochiching County public meetings in 2024
32 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Board of Commissioners
The County Board will consider adopting the 2025 County Tax Levy and County Budget, awarding the bid for Official Newspaper for 2025 publications, and forgiving interest on a KEDA Cold Weather Testing Loan. Other items include approving a camera system for the new jail and law enforcement center, and closing session for labor negotiations. The board will also approve various claims and financial business.
- Adopt 2025 County Tax Levy and County Budget
- Award bid for Official Newspaper for 2025 Publications
- Consider forgiving interest on KEDA Cold Weather Testing Loan
- Approve Avigilon Camera System Proposal for new jail and law enforcement center
- Authorize highway department to purchase one small fleet truck
The Koochiching County Board approved the 2025 net tax levy of $7,659,008, a 17.58% increase from 2024, along with the 2025 budget revenues of $39,610,471 and expenditures of $54,007,688, using $14,397,217 in reserve funds. The board also approved several other actions, including a $330,568 security system purchase for the new jail, a $1,838,850 road construction contract, and a resolution for temporary interfund loans to cover cash shortages in sewer funds.
- Approved 2025 net tax levy of $7,659,008 (17.58% increase) and 2025 budget (5-0)
- Approved $330,568 Motorola/Avigilon security system for new jail (5-0)
- Awarded SAP 036-598-032 to Northland Constructors for $1,838,850 (5-0)
- Approved temporary interfund loans for Island View Sewer and Jackfish Bay Debt Service funds (5-0)
- Approved $2,499,677.06 in Courthouse claims and other claims (5-0)
- Approved purchase of one small fleet truck for $42,040.96 (5-0)
- Awarded legal bid to Rainy Lake Gazette for 2025 (5-0)
- Forgave $1,305.83 interest on Cold Weather Testing loan (5-0)
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2025 county budget and tax levy at 6:00 p.m. The board will also vote on routine financial approvals, personnel actions, and contracts during its regular meeting starting at 4:30 p.m.
- Approve November summarized payment listing, payroll, and courthouse claims
- Approve trust services agreement with Northland Trust Services
- Approve Door Control Bid from American Eagle Securities for New Jail ($ amount not specified)
- Approve entering contract with Minnesota IT Services
- Adopt resolution for tax over/under payments
The Koochiching County Board approved the Forestland Roof Construction documents and authorized proceeding with the bidding process. The board also approved several other items, including a door control system bid, a cybersecurity contract, and a policy for small tax over/underpayments. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved Forestland Roof Construction documents and authorized bidding (5-0)
- Approved $57,650 door control system bid from American Eagle Security Systems (5-0)
- Approved MNIT cybersecurity contract for $4,400 in 2025 and $6,400 in 2026 (5-0)
- Adopted policy for tax over/underpayments under $5.00 (5-0)
- Approved November payments totaling $5,521,208.70 plus payroll and claims (5-0)
- Appointed Mary-Jean Becker to Extension Committee term 2025-2027 (5-0)
- Approved Trust Services Agreement with Northland Trust Services for jail bonds (5-0)
- Approved employment separations for three part-time E911/Correctional Officers (5-0)
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will act on several items including approving 2025 liquor and tobacco licenses, authorizing a state bonding proposal for Northland Counseling, and approving distribution of opioid settlement dollars to the Juvenile Task Force. Other business includes reviewing November timber auction results, purchasing a tandem axle plow truck, and seeking bids for the RLRV Sanitary Sewer Construction Project. The board will also meet with state legislators on priorities and hold committee-of-the-whole discussions on the transfer station and Truth in Taxation.
- Approve 2025 Liquor and Tobacco Licenses
- Authorize Northland Counseling to submit a proposal for state bonding funds with county as fiscal agent
- Approve distribution of opioid settlement dollars to the Juvenile Task Force
- Approve purchase of one tandem axle plow truck chassis and outfit with plow equipment
- Review results of November 6, 2024 timber auction
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2025 budget and levy, including updated budgets for Public Health and Human Services, and review the 2024 third-quarter budget. Other agenda items include the One Watershed One Plan, the Rainy Lake RV Sewer Project, and legislative priorities from the Arrowhead Counties Association.
- 2025 County Budget and Levy Review
- 2024 Third Quarter Budget Review
- Public Health and Human Services updated budget for 2025
- One Watershed One Plan (Environmental Services)
- Rainy Lake RV Sewer Project (Environmental Services)
County Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the 2025 County Fee Schedule and set 2025 Board salaries. The meeting includes decisions on ARPA fund commitments and a budget adjustment for the Jail Bond. The Committee of the Whole will review 2025 budget line-items for Public Health, Human Services, and Highways.
- Approval of 2025 County Fee Schedule
- Setting of 2025 Board Salaries
- Budget adjustment for Jail Bond
- Commitment of ARPA funds
- Authorization to seek quotes for one small fleet truck and one tandem axle plow truck
County Board of Commissioners
The County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review line-item budgets for various departments and services. The session includes a review of the 2025 Board Salary.
- Budget reviews for Land & Forestry, Surveyor, and Medical Examiner
- Budget reviews for Arrowhead Regional Corrections and Court System
- Review of ED Loans Received and Tax Abatement
- Review of Snowmobile Trails Grant
- 2025 Board Salary review
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will meet on October 22, 2024, to approve routine claims, contracts, and appointments. A key item is a line-item review of the 2025 budget, with outside auditors presenting the 2023 audit. The board will also consider splitting a social services position and approving several service agreements.
- Approve Court Appointed Attorney Proposal
- Approve Hildi Agreement for Consulting Services
- Approve Three Year U of M Extension Agreement
- Approve Splitting Social Services Position into Two Positions
- Approve Transportation of Children and Youth with International Falls ISD 361 Purchase of Service Agreement
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board of Commissioners, acting as a Committee of the Whole, reviews line-item budgets for multiple county-funded organizations including the Soil and Water Conservation District, humane society, libraries, and others. The board also discusses a Social Services Supervisor position. No final decisions are made at this meeting; it is a review session.
- Line-item budget reviews for 12 organizations, including Drug Court, Northland Counseling, and Friends Against Abuse
- Social Services Supervisor position discussion
- Budget reviews scheduled from 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for entities such as Backus/KCCTV, Humane Society, Historical Society, and libraries
County Board of Commissioners
The county board will discuss two rezoning applications, interim use permits for a short-term rental and a taxi service, and a proposed 2025 license fee for existing short-term rentals. They will also approve routine financial reports, the 2025 meeting schedule, and other items including health insurance renewal and a jail construction update. The meeting includes a Committee of the Whole session for line-item reviews of the 2025 budget for highway, veterans services, KDA, and administration.
- Consider Parcel Rezoning Applications #20241006 and #20241003
- Consider Interim Use Permit for Short-term Rental Property
- Consider Interim Use Permit for Home Occupancy Taxi Service
- Discuss 2025 License Fee for Seven Existing Short Term Rental Properties
- Review 2025 budget line-items for Highway, Veterans Services, KDA, and Administration
County Board of Commissioners
The County Board of Commissioners will conduct line-item budget reviews for several departments. The meeting is designated as a Committee of the Whole.
- Budget review for Extension
- Budget review for Airport
- Budget review for Sheriff
- Budget review for Emergency Management
- Budget review for Information Systems, Complex, and Carpool
County Board of Commissioners
The county board will discuss public comment regarding Wickstrom and then review line-item budgets for Environmental Services, multiple sewer projects (Jackfish-Rainy Lake RV, Voyageurs National Park Clean Water grant), sewer debt services, and jail construction including bond debt services. This is a Committee of the Whole discussion, not a voting session.
- Discuss public comment from Wickstrom
- Environmental Services budget review
- Jackfish – Rainy Lake RV – Sewer Project budget
- Voyageurs National Park Clean Water – Sewer Grant budget
- Jail Construction and related bond debt service budgets (2022 and 2024)
County Board of Commissioners
The board will set the preliminary 2025 county tax levy and review solid waste fees. Other actions include approving a five-year inmate communication services agreement, a truck scale replacement bid, and the 2025 Environmental Services fee schedule. The meeting also covers routine approvals of claims, hires, and a closed session for labor negotiations.
- Set Preliminary 2025 County Tax Levy
- Approve Rural Fire Protection Association 2025 Rate Structure
- Approve five-year agreement with NCIC Communications for inmate communication services
- Award bid for Truck Scale Replacement Project
- Adopt 2025 Environmental Services Fee Schedule
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will discuss and vote on several financial items, including approving 2025 Taxing District Levy Requests, payment of Airport Appropriation, and change orders for the Jail Project. They will also consider a loan agreement for Littlefork Ambulance and appointments to a Space Committee. In a Committee of the Whole session, the board will review legislative priorities, the 2025 preliminary budget, and the preliminary levy.
- Approve 2025 Taxing District Levy Requests
- Approve Hanson and Wagner Change Orders for Jail Project
- Consider Littlefork Ambulance Loan Agreement
- Adopt Resolution Accepting CVSO Competitive Grant FY2025
- Committee of the Whole: 2025 Preliminary Budget and Levy Discussion
The Koochiching County Board approved an interest-free $130,000 loan to the City of Littlefork for an ambulance purchase, with an eight-year payback. The board also approved 2025 fire district and taxing district levy requests, jail construction change orders, and various administrative actions. All votes were unanimous (5-0).
- Approved $130,000 interest-free loan to City of Littlefork for ambulance (5-0)
- Approved 2025 fire district levies totaling $163,857 (5-0)
- Approved 2025 taxing district levies totaling $208,695 (5-0)
- Approved $70,349 change order for jail construction (5-0)
- Approved $68,822.95 change order for jail construction (5-0)
- Approved employment separation of Tracey Harmening and filling vacancy (5-0)
- Appointed Commissioners McIntyre and Sjoblom to Space Committee (5-0)
- Approved $267,966 airport budget appropriation (5-0)
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will discuss and vote on several items including approving a Safe and Secure grant application and letter of support, terminating a court-appointed attorney agreement and issuing an RFP, and reappointing the assessor. The board will also consider four interim use permits for short-term rental properties and approve the purchase of a used sheriff truck. Several renewal agreements for public health and foster home services are on the agenda.
- Approve Safe and Secure Grant Application and Board Chair Letter of Support
- Approve Request to Terminate Court Appointed Attorney Agreement and go out for RFP to Fill Vacancy
- Re-Appoint Assessor for a Four-Year Term
- Approve four Interim Use Permits for short-term rental properties
- Approve Purchase of Used Sheriff Truck
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will hold a regular meeting on August 6, 2024, to address routine approvals, human resources matters, and specific public requests. Key decisions include the Littlefork Ambulance Request and a homeowner propane line cost replacement. The board will also consider entering a Lead for America/American Connection Corps Agreement. Following the regular meeting, the Committee of the Whole will discuss the second quarter investment report and a Safe and Secure Courthouse Grant.
- Consider Littlefork Ambulance Request
- Consider Request for Homeowner Propane Line Cost Replacement
- Approve Entering Lead for America/American Connection Corps Agreement
- Approve Small City Grant Appropriation from GNTL Taxes
- Approve Employment Separation of Full Time Social Worker and To Fill Vacancy
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will consider routine approvals including claims, a fireworks permit, renewal of several housing support agreements with Lutheran Social Services, REM SLS, and AEOA STAY, and a PERA plan change for part-time corrections officers. The board will also consider support for Forest Hill Cemetery and a certification for Northland Counseling facility funding. A public comment period is scheduled, and informational items include an airport report and budget review.
- Approve Renewal of Lutheran Social Services Housing Support Agreement
- Approve Renewal of REM SLS Housing Support Agreement
- Approve Renewal of AEOA STAY Purchase of Service Agreement
- Certification of Use/Funding of Northland Counseling Facility as grant requirement
- Consider Support of Forest Hill Cemetery
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board and Development Authority will meet to review financial reports and various county agreements. Agenda items include a professional services agreement for the Forestland Roof and the purchase of three Toughbooks for the Sheriff’s Department. The meeting also includes an update from MNDOT District 1 and ARDC.
- Forestland Roof Professional Services Agreement
- Purchase of three Toughbooks using Stonegarden Funds
- Tower Space Agreement and Landlords Waiver and Consent Agreement
- MNDOT District 1 and ARDC Annual Update
- Approval of Election Appointments
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board of Commissioners will review parcel rezonings and a resolution for 2025 IRRRB Economic Development Funding. The agenda also includes renewals for several housing support agreements and various county financial claims.
- Parcel Rezoning #REZ 2406 and Conditional Use Permit #CUP 2403
- Parcel Rezoning #REZ 2405
- Resolution to request 2025 IRRRB Economic Development Funding
- Renewal of housing support agreements for multiple providers
- Employment separation of E911/Corrections Officer
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board of Commissioners will consider highway project awards and personnel changes in E911/Corrections. The agenda also includes a presentation on the ISD 361 School Referendum and updates regarding the jail project.
- Awarding Highway Projects CP 2024-02, CP 2024-03, and CP 2024-04
- Employment separation of three E911/Corrections Officers
- Approval of a Parking Lease Agreement
- Presentation on the ISD 361 School Referendum
- Joint Powers Agreement with MN DNR Wildlife
County Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing for an off-sale liquor license and consider adopting a new short-term rental ordinance. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on jail construction proposals and various county personnel changes.
- Public hearing for MN Stores LLC dba SNAK ATAK #46 liquor license
- Adoption of Short-Term Rental Ordinance and amendments
- Braun Intertec proposal for jail construction site testing
- Tower Space Agreement with Coastal Television
- Establishment of short-term rental license fees
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will consider issuing General Obligation Jail Bonds, Series 2024A, and approving jail construction bid packages. The meeting also includes routine approvals of claims, hires, and various contracts, plus several rezoning requests and a timber auction review.
- Adopt resolution for General Obligation Jail Bonds, Series 2024A
- Approve jail construction bid packages
- Award bid for motor pool vehicle
- Consider four parcel rezoning requests (#REZ2401-2404)
- Approve $AARP grant award
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will hold its regular meeting on May 7, 2024, to approve routine financial items, award construction bids for highway projects, and consider an engineering services contract for an RV sanitary project. The agenda also includes a public comment period and informational items.
- Award bid for Project CP 2024-01 – CR 134 Box Culvert
- Award bid for Project SP 036-932-001 – TH53/CSAH332 Roundabout
- Approve April Summarized Payment Listing, Payroll, and ACH Vendor Payments
- Approve Courthouse and Highway Claims
- Rainy Lake RV Sanitary Design/Construction Project – Engineering Services Contract
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider and act on a range of county business, including approving claims, hiring notices, and various contracts. Key items include considering jail construction bid packages, a request for an ambulance taxing district, and several highway projects, including the Valley Creek Bridge replacement. The board will also discuss budget and investment reports during the Committee of the Whole.
- Consider Jail Construction Bid Packages
- Consider Request for Ambulance Taxing District
- Award Project SAP 036-599-013 Valley Creek Bridge Replacement
- Authorize Highway Engineer to Advertise for Bids on Projects CP 2024-02, CP 2024-03, CP 2024-04
- Approve Opioid Settlement RFP
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will hold a regular meeting on April 9, 2024, covering financial approvals, personnel actions, and several resolutions. Key items include adopting resolutions for airport grant agreements, supporting a DNR land purchase, and authorizing a request for proposals for a court-appointed attorney flat fee contract. The board will also discuss jail food service and construction insurance during the Committee of the Whole.
- Adopt Airport Resolution for Grant Agreement - Mower
- Adopt Airport Resolution for Grant Agreement for Air Service Marketing
- Adopt Resolution Supporting DNR Land Purchase
- Approve Administrator to go out for RFP for Court Appointed Attorney Flat Fee Contract
- Approve Letter of Support for Home Care/Hospice Expansion
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will hold its regular meeting on March 26, 2024, covering routine approvals and several notable items. Key actions include adopting a resolution for general obligation jail bonds, approving seasonal liquor licenses, and considering a tax abatement for Minnesota Energy Resources Corp. The board will also discuss several contracts and agreements, including a municipal advisory agreement with Northland Securities.
- Adopt resolution for issuance of General Obligation Jail Bonds
- Approve 2024 Seasonal Liquor Licenses
- Grant Minnesota Energy Resources Corp tax abatement per tax court decision
- Approve Municipal Advisory Agreement with Northland Securities
- Approve American Connection Corps Host Site Application
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will hold its regular meeting on March 12, 2024, to decide on routine financial approvals, personnel changes, and several infrastructure projects. Key actions include approving jail construction documents and authorizing the bidding process, considering paths forward for the golf course, and authorizing a roof replacement RFP for the Forestland Annex. The board will also award bids for a 2024 Ram 1500 pickup and a half-ton pickup with trade-in, and approve agreements related to aquatic invasive species.
- Approve jail construction documents and authorize bidding process
- Consider paths forward for golf course
- Authorize RFP to replace roof on Forestland Annex Building
- Award bid for 2024 Ram 1500 4x4 Pickup
- Approve Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspection Agreement
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will vote on routine financial claims, personnel changes, a social media policy, and an AARP grant application. They will also consider a conditional use permit, approve timber-related items, and authorize highway projects including two bridge replacements. The meeting includes a public comment period and committee updates on housing, airport, and other topics.
- Approve Social Media Policy
- Approve Grant Application Request to AARP
- Authorize Highway Department to Advertise for Bids – SAP 036-599-013 UT 383 Bridge Replacement
- Authorize Highway Department to Advertise for Bids – SAP 036-598-032 CR 101 Bridge Replacement
- Approve Conditional Use Permit (#CUP 2307) for Zachary and Leah Workman for Home Occupation and Agricultural Uses
County Board of Commissioners
The Board will review various financial claims, personnel changes, and county hires. Discussion items include labor agreements for the jail project and a potential lease or purchase of The River Golf Course property.
- Consideration of Project Labor Agreement or Prevailing Wage for Jail Project
- Closed Session regarding Lease/Purchase of The River Golf Course Property
- Review of applicants for Arrowhead Regional Corrections Advisory Board
- Presentation by Falls Dealership regarding County fleet vehicle purchases
- Approval of various payroll, insurance claims, and courthouse/highway claims
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed Project Labor Agreement, including legal review, bid/pricing considerations, and timeframe. They will also consider whether to fund a jail project with a jail bond or a capital improvement bond. The agenda is otherwise limited to these discussion items.
- Project Labor Agreement: legal review, bid/pricing, timeframe
- Jail bond vs. capital improvement bond for jail funding
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will hold its regular meeting on January 23, 2024, to approve routine financial items, personnel actions, and various departmental purchases. They will also receive presentations on jail project bonds and a project labor agreement, and discuss special legislation. The agenda includes several authorizations for seeking bids and quotes on vehicles and equipment.
- Approve Advanced Systems Integration bid to relocate courtroom AV rack
- Authorize purchase of 2023 Ski Doo snowmobile for Sheriff Department
- Authorize Highway Department to seek bids for SP 036-932-001 roundabout
- Authorize Land Commissioner to sell timber for City of Big Falls
- Approve fiscal agent agreement for Koochiching Technology Initiative
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will hold its regular meeting on January 9, 2024, to handle routine county business, including approving claims, minutes, and appointments. They will also consider several specific items: a grant agreement for airport improvements, a jail camera grant from MCIT, and a contract for the Emergency Management Coordinator. The meeting includes a public comment period and a Committee of the Whole discussion on legislative priorities with state legislators.
- Approve Minnesota Department of Transportation Grant Agreement for Airport Improvement
- Approve MCIT Jail Camera Grant
- Consider approval of 2024 Emergency Management Coordinator Contract
- Approve 2024 Committee Appointments and AMC Committee Appointments
- Rainy Lake Medical Center Construction update
County Board of Commissioners
The Koochiching County Board will hold its first meeting of 2024, electing a chair and vice chair for the year, and handling routine financial business including ratifying year-end payments and approving first-half budget allocations. The board will also set the mileage reimbursement rate, approve bids for a veteran's memorial removal, and make several appointments. The meeting includes a public comment period and a committee-of-the-whole session to review legislative priorities.
- Election of 2024 County Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Ratify 2023 Year End Payments
- Approve Payment of First Half 2024 Budget Allocations
- Set 2024 Mileage Reimbursement Rate
- Approve Bids for Veteran's Memorial Removal