Dakota County public meetings in 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to certify the 2022 property tax levy and adopt the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding amendments to the 2022 recommended fee schedules. Additionally, the board will discuss legal strategy for opioid settlement allocations in a closed session.

• Adoption of the 2022 property tax levy and county budget
• Public hearing on amendments to the 2022 recommended fee schedules
• Contract for utility relocations with Xcel Energy for the Minnesota River Greenway project
• Design services contract for County Project 11-27 in Burnsville
• Agreement with University of Minnesota for local extension programming

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners adopted the 2022 county budget of $441,684,773, including a property tax levy of $144,613,647, and the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program of $679,147,865. The board also approved numerous contracts and agreements, including housing services, interpretation services, and a University of Minnesota Extension agreement. All votes were unanimous except for one resolution regarding SHIP funding, which passed 6-1.

• Adopted 2022 budget of $441,684,773 and property tax levy of $144,613,647 (7-0)
• Adopted 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program of $679,147,865 (7-0)
• Approved $945,112 U of M Extension MOA for 2022-2024 (7-0)
• Authorized housing services contracts totaling over $3.3M (7-0)
• Approved $750,000 Juvenile Drug Treatment Court grant acceptance (7-0)
• Authorized $90,000 in SHIP joint powers agreements for trail studies (6-1)
• Set 2022 commissioner salary at $88,463 plus $859 lump sum (7-0)
• Approved $488,000 Xcel Energy contract for power line relocation (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss upcoming 2022 board priorities and receive a legislative update from County Administration. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 30, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion on 2022 Board Priorities
• County Administration Legislative Update
• Approval of November 30, 2021 meeting minutes
• County Manager's Report

The Dakota County General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole met on December 14, 2021, and approved the agenda and the minutes from the November 30, 2021 meeting. The legislative update and discussion on 2022 Board Priorities were informational only, with no formal action taken. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of November 30, 2021 meeting (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority will meet to adopt its 2022 budget and certify the property tax levy. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting.

• Adoption of the 2022 budget
• Certification of the property tax levy
• Approval of minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority unanimously approved a resolution certifying a $0 property tax levy for taxes payable in 2022 and adopting a 2022 operating budget of $461,996 and a 2022-2026 capital improvement program budget of $106,250. The consent agenda, including approval of the October 19, 2021 minutes, was also approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved 2022 property tax levy of $0 (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 operating budget of $461,996 (7-0)
• Adopted 2022-2026 CIP budget of $106,250 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including October 19, 2021 minutes (7-0)

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board Workshop will discuss updates to the Citizen Advisory Committee application process and board operating rules. The board will also hold a discussion regarding the selection of 2022 County Board Officers.

• Updates to Citizen Advisory Committee application process
• Updates to Board Operating Rules
• Discussion on selection of 2022 County Board Officers

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget and transportation tax funds. The agenda also includes authorizations for web filtering contracts and correctional facility upgrades. Additionally, a closed session is scheduled to discuss legal strategy for property acquisition in Lakeville.

• Public hearing on 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• Contract with SHI International Corp for ForcePoint Web Filtering System
• Contract with RAK Construction, Inc. for Community Corrections Collection Room Upgrades
• Utility easement rights within County Road 96 in Greenvale Township
• Public hearing on 2022 Off Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Applications

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will review reports on budget amendments, contracts, and year-end projections for operations. The agenda also includes an update on changes to the 2022 recommended budget and a proposed contract amendment for IT consulting services.

• Authorization to amend the contract with On-Demand Services Group, Inc. for Oracle report writing and data processing consulting
• Report on budget amendments, contracts, and year-end projections for operations
• Update on December changes for the 2022 County Manager’s Recommended Budget
• Legislative update from County Administration

The committee approved a $70,000 amendment to the contract with On-Demand Services Group, Inc. for Oracle report writing and data processing consulting, extending the term through December 31, 2024, and increasing the total contract to $140,000. The item was recommended for action by the full Board on 12/14/2021. Other agenda items were informational only, including a legislative update and a budget update, with no formal action taken.

• Approved contract amendment with On-Demand Services Group, Inc. for $70,000, total $140,000 (6-0)
• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved minutes of November 2, 2021 meeting (6-0)

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Community Services Committee of the Whole will consider approving the 2022-2025 Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes several authorizations for contracts and grant applications related to public health, social services, and corrections. Most items are presented as part of a consent agenda for administrative approval.

• Approval of the Community Corrections 2022-2025 Comprehensive Plan
• Ratification of grant funding for the Juvenile Drug Treatment Court Program
• Authorization of contracts for translation, legal assistance, and housing services
• Acceptance of Minnesota Department of Health grant funds for special health needs programs
• Amendments to agreements regarding shelter services and child support

The Community Services Committee of the Whole unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included 11 items authorizing contracts, grants, and budget amendments. These actions cover interpretation and translation services, office support, legal assistance, juvenile drug treatment court grant, MFIP employment services, child support agreement, University of Minnesota Extension, children with special health needs grant, shelter services, and housing services. The committee also approved the 2022-2025 Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan for submission to the Minnesota Department of Corrections. All items were recommended for action by the Board of Commissioners on 12/14/2021.

• Approved consent agenda including authorization for contract amendments for interpretation and translation services with 13 vendors for 2022.
• Approved contract amendment with Accord for office support services, not to exceed $100,000, through June 30, 2022.
• Approved contract with Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Ltd., not to exceed $68,929, for 2022.
• Ratified grant application and accepted $750,000 from Office of Justice Programs for Juvenile Drug Treatment Court, amending 2021 Community Corrections Budget.
• Approved contract with Avivo for MFIP Employment Services, not to exceed $983,244, for 2022.
• Approved interagency cooperative agreement with Minnesota Department of Human Services for child support services.
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with University of Minnesota for Extension programming, not to exceed $945,112 for 2022-2024.
• Approved acceptance of $125,000 from Minnesota Department of Health for Children and Youth with Special Health Needs program, 2022-2026.

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will review several administrative authorizations, including joint powers agreements for greenway improvements. Members will also discuss landfill host fee agreements and consider accepting a Metropolitan Council Equity Grant.

• Joint Powers Agreements for River To River Greenway Natural Resource Improvements
• 2021 Metropolitan Council Equity Grant acceptance and budget amendment
• Federal Lands Access Program grant application authorization
• Update and discussion on Landfill Host Fee Agreements
• Approval of 2022 Planning Commission Work Plan

The Physical Development Committee of the Whole approved the consent agenda, which included authorizing joint powers agreements for natural resource improvements, approving the 2022 Planning Commission Work Plan, and authorizing $90,000 in SHIP funding for bike and pedestrian studies in four cities. The committee also approved submitting a $950,000 grant application for the Fisher Avenue Trailhead. One item, the 2021 Metropolitan Council Equity Grant, was removed from the agenda due to a commissioner's absence. The landfill host fee agreements were discussed for information only.

• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes of November 9, 2021.
• Authorized joint powers agreements with Great River Greening, ISD 197, and West St. Paul for River to River Greenway improvements, up to $15,000.
• Approved the 2022 Planning Commission Work Plan.
• Authorized $90,000 in SHIP funding for bike/pedestrian plans in Mendota Heights, Rosemount, West St. Paul, and Apple Valley (approved 4-1).
• Authorized submission of a $950,000 grant application to the Federal Lands Access Program for the Fisher Avenue Trailhead.
• Removed item 5.1 (2021 Metropolitan Council Equity Grant) from the agenda; to be discussed in January 2022.
• Discussed landfill host fee agreements for information only.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2022 Dakota County budget and tax levy. The meeting includes an overview of the proposal and opportunities for public discussion.

• Public hearing on the proposed 2022 Dakota County Budget
• Overview of the 2022 Tax Levy

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing multiple contracts and agreements, including a $343,400 volunteer driver transportation contract with GAPP Services, Inc., and a solar photovoltaic project with Ideal Energies, LLC. The board also authorized staff to negotiate the purchase of a property in Mendota Heights for a youth shelter, and approved a contract amendment for design services for the Union Pacific Pedestrian Bridge, which passed 6-1. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $343,400 contract with GAPP Services for volunteer driver transportation (7-0)
• Authorized solar photovoltaic project agreements with Ideal Energies, LLC (7-0)
• Approved $297,600 contract amendment with Bolton & Menk for Union Pacific Pedestrian Bridge design (6-1)
• Authorized staff to negotiate purchase of Mendota Heights property for youth shelter (7-0)
• Approved $615,680 joint powers agreement with Conservation Corps Minnesota for three crews (7-0)
• Authorized quick-take condemnation for right-of-way for County Projects 31-103 and 26-69 (7-0)
• Approved $95,364 contract with Associated Courier for library and interoffice mail delivery (7-0)
• Approved $42,000 NEOGOV eForms subscription for OSHA COVID-19 compliance (5-2)

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss updates on the Thompson Oaks River To River Greenway and energy conservation options. It also considers authorizations for contract amendments, lease renegotiations, and property purchase negotiations.

• Authorization to negotiate property purchase for Youth Shelter
• Contract amendment with Bolton and Menk, Inc. for Minnesota River Greenway Fort Snelling Segment
• Lease renegotiation with Specialized Environmental Technologies, Inc. in Empire Township
• Solar Photovoltaic Project agreements with Ideal Energies, LLC
• Joint Powers Agreement with Conservation Corps for crew labor

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Community Services Committee of the Whole will review several authorization requests for public health and social services. This includes accepting additional Minnesota Department of Health grant funds for COVID-19 vaccinations. The committee will also consider agreements regarding transportation services and school district coordination.

• Accepting MN Dept of Health grant funds for COVID-19 vaccination funding
• Contract for Volunteer Driver Transportation Services
• Joint Powers Agreement with Intermediate School District 917
• Joint Powers Agreement with School Districts for Early Intervention Services
• Update on University of Minnesota Extension 4-H Youth Development Programming

The Dakota County Community Services Committee of the Whole unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included accepting an additional $1,807,919 from the Minnesota Department of Health for COVID-19 vaccination and testing, extending the grant through December 31, 2023. The committee also authorized a $343,400 contract with GAPP Services, Inc. for volunteer driver transportation services for 2022-2023, and approved joint powers agreements with Intermediate School District 917 for transition services and with multiple school districts for early intervention services. All items were recommended for action by the Board of Commissioners on 11/16/2021. The meeting also included an informational update on 4-H youth development programming.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (6-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $1,807,919 additional MDH COVID-19 vaccination grant funds, extending term to Dec 31, 2023
• Authorized contract with GAPP Services, Inc. for volunteer driver transportation services, not to exceed $343,400, for Jan 1, 2022 - Dec 31, 2023
• Authorized joint powers agreement with ISD 917 for Community Transition Interagency Committee coordination, with $12,000 per school year payment
• Authorized joint powers agreement with school districts for early intervention services, with anticipated total of $99,899.67
• Approved minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting

Board Workshop

The Board Workshop includes presentations regarding the 2022 budget. The agenda also includes a discussion about the American Rescue Plan (ARP).

• 2022 Budget Presentations
• American Rescue Plan (ARP) Discussion

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board will review budget presentations for the 2022 fiscal year. These presentations cover physical development, the capital improvement program, and countywide operations.

• Physical Development budget presentation
• Capital Improvement Program budget presentation
• Countywide Operations budget presentation

Board of Commissioners

The Board will review the County Manager’s recommended 2022 budget and approve levies for the Community Development Agency. The agenda includes several authorizations for transportation projects, engineering contracts, and employee services. Additionally, the Board will consider adding a part-time position to support Sheriff gun permit duties.

• Right-of-way acquisition in Vermillion Township for County Project 47-45
• Engineering services contract for North Creek Greenway Gap Project in Lakeville and Farmington
• Addition of a 0.5 full-time equivalent position to support Sheriff gun permit duties
• Approval of an off-sale liquor license for Woody’s Liquor Box Inc.
• Renewal of cybersecurity insurance with National Union Fire Insurance

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda including contracts for employee assistance, cyber security insurance, housekeeping services, and design services, as well as a 2022 merit compensation policy. They also approved a $475,141 deposit for a MISO interconnection at Byllesby Dam and reaffirmed the CDA levy. A contract amendment for NEOGOV eForms was postponed indefinitely after a motion to table failed.

• Approved 2022 Merit Compensation Policy with 2% salary range increase (6-0)
• Authorized cyber security insurance renewal with National Union Fire Insurance, premium not to exceed $114,921 (6-0)
• Approved right-of-way acquisition and quick-take condemnation for County Project 47-45 (6-0)
• Authorized contract with Kimley Horn for design services for CP 6-06, not to exceed $269,665 (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment with AP Midwest for SMART Center, not to exceed $126,515 (6-0)
• Authorized housekeeping contracts with Triangle Services for four regions, total $1,656,720 (6-0)
• Approved 0.5 FTE addition for gun permit duties (6-0)
• Postponed indefinitely contract amendment with NEOGOV for eForms (6-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will review a third quarter update on 2021 board priorities and a legislative update. It will also consider authorizations for the Office of Performance and Analysis regarding a multi-county residential opinion survey project.

• Authorization for Joint Powers Agreement for Multi-County Residential Opinion Survey Project
• Authorization for Office of Performance and Analysis to serve as Fiscal Agent for the survey project
• Third Quarter Update on 2021 Board Priorities
• Consideration of policy or guidelines regarding proclamations and resolutions

The committee approved two resolutions authorizing Dakota County to participate in a multi-county residential opinion survey with Olmsted, St. Louis, and Washington Counties, and to serve as fiscal agent for the project. Both items were recommended for action by the full Board of Commissioners on 11/16/2021. Other agenda items were informational only, including a legislative update and discussion on proclamation policies.

• Approved Resolution 21-541 authorizing joint powers agreement for multi-county residential survey (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-542 authorizing Dakota County to serve as fiscal agent for the survey project (6-0)

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board will review materials for a budget workshop. Presentations include 2022 budget proposals from the County Attorney, Sheriff, and several other county departments.

• 2022 Budget Presentation: County Attorney
• 2022 Budget Presentation: County Sheriff
• 2022 Budget Presentation: Public Services and Revenue
• 2022 Budget Presentation: County Administration
• 2022 Budget Presentation: Operations, Management and Budget

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments and adopt the 2022 recommended fee schedules. The agenda also includes authorizations for various service contracts in social services, community corrections, and parks.

• Public hearing on Dakota County 2022 recommended fee schedules
• Authorization of contracts for mental health, family, and community-based waiver services
• Design review and approval for Lawshe Historical Museum building upgrades
• Encroachment agreement with Flint Hills Resources, LLC in Greenvale Township
• Contract with WSB Engineering for design engineering services for County Project 46-58

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2022 fee schedules after a public hearing with no comments. The board also approved a consent agenda authorizing multiple contracts for community corrections, children and family services, conservator/guardianship, mental health, and home and community-based waiver services, along with other administrative items. A regular agenda item scheduled the public sale of tax-forfeited parcels for November 19, 2021.

• Adopted 2022 fee schedules (6-0)
• Authorized community corrections service contracts for 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Authorized children and family services contract amendments for 2022 (6-0)
• Authorized conservator and guardianship services contracts for 2022-2025 (6-0)
• Authorized mental health services contracts for 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Authorized home and community-based waiver services contracts for 2022-2023 (6-0)
• Authorized $1M contract with Gateway Recovery Center for detox services (6-0)
• Scheduled public sale of tax-forfeited parcels for Nov 19, 2021 (6-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority will discuss an approach to provide county funding for the operation of the METRO Orange Line. The agenda also includes approval of the September 21, 2021, meeting minutes.

• Discussion on approach to provide County funding for METRO Orange Line operation
• Approval of September 21, 2021, meeting minutes

Board Workshop

The board will review recommendations from the current Housing Leadership Workgroup and seek feedback on next steps. The session includes an overview of the workgroup's progress and a community perspective discussion.

• Recommendations from the Housing Leadership Workgroup
• Discussion regarding next steps for housing leadership

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will review public health awards and several administrative items regarding budget amendment clauses and resolution outlines. Any actions taken by this committee serve as recommendations to the County Board.

• Public Health Awards
• Administrative tests for budget amendment clauses
• Testing simple tables in resolutions for bids