Dakota County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt the 2023 county budget and certify the property tax levy. The agenda also includes approving several labor agreements, authorizing employee retention incentives, and reviewing various service contracts.

• Adoption of the 2023 Dakota County Budget and certification of the property tax levy
• Authorization of one-time retention incentives for non-union county staff
• Contracts with 360 Communities for housing support workers and homelessness prevention
• Budget amendments for Wentworth Avenue reconstruction in West St. Paul
• Authorization of a contract with Avivo for employment services

The Board approved the 2023 budget and a property tax levy of $147,361,306. The board also authorized several labor agreements and retention payments for non-union staff. Additionally, the county voted to withdraw from the Dakota Broadband Board.

• Adopted 2023 budget of $438,013,875 and property tax levy of $147,361,306 (5-2)
• Authorized withdrawal from Dakota Broadband Board effective March 1, 2023 (6-1)
• Approved $500 one-time retention payments for eligible non-temporary, non-union staff (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 labor agreements for AFSCME Locals 306, 450, 693, and other supervisor units (7-0)
• Awarded $1,163,614.78 contract to Granite Ledge Electrical Contractors for traffic management project (7-0)
• Authorized $125,000 settlement for property rights acquisition for projects 26-54 and 63-27 (7-0)
• Certified $964,900 levy for Vermillion River Watershed Management Tax District (7-0)
• Approved 2023 compensation for County Manager ($217,703) and Commissioners ($93,328) (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority will consider the 2023 operating budget and the 2023-2027 capital improvement program. The board will also certify the authority's property tax levy.

• Certification of Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority Property Tax Levy
• Adoption of 2023 Operating Budget
• Adoption of 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program
• Approval of September 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Regional Railroad Authority approved its 2023 operating budget and a five-year capital improvement program. The board certified a property tax levy of $0 for 2023. These budgets support transitway initiatives including the METRO Red Line and METRO Orange Line Extension.

• Approved 2023 Operating Budget of $400,633 (7-0)
• Adopted 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program (7-0)
• Certified 2023 property tax levy at $0 (7-0)
• Approved September 20, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider amending a contract with McDowell Agency, Inc. for employee background check services. The agenda also includes a legislative update and the approval of meeting minutes from November 2022.

• Contract amendment with McDowell Agency, Inc. for employee background check services
• Approval of November 1, November 15, and November 29, 2022, meeting minutes
• County Board legislative update

The Committee approved and recommended for Board action a contract amendment with McDowell Agency, Inc. for employee background check services. The meeting also included a legislative update and a report on the Dakota Broadband Board Working Group.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes from November 1, November 15, and November 29, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved and recommended for Board action Resolution No: 23-005 to amend contract with McDowell Agency, Inc. for background check services not to exceed $65,000 through 2023 (7-0)

Board Workshop

The workshop includes discussions on selecting 2023 County Board Officers and making 2023 appointments to the CAP Agency. The agenda also covers updates to Board Operating Rules and a review of volunteer per diems for advisory committees.

• Selection of 2023 County Board Officers
• 2023 Appointment to CAP Agency
• Updates to Board Operating Rules
• Review of Advisory Committees Volunteer Per Diem

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive updates regarding the Dakota County opioid settlement response and emergency shelter development. The agenda also includes authorizations for several contracts and agreements related to public health and social services.

• Update on Dakota County Opioid Settlement Response
• Update on Emergency Shelter Development
• Contract with Avivo for Minnesota Family Investment Program Employment Services
• Joint Powers Agreement with ISD 196 for Infant Feeding Support Group
• Contracts with 360 Communities for homelessness prevention and housing support workers

The Community Services Committee of the Whole approved several contracts for employment services, homelessness prevention, and public health initiatives. These items were recommended for final action by the Board of Commissioners on December 13, 2022.

• Approved contract with Avivo for MFIP Employment Services not to exceed $1,043,244 (6-0)
• Approved acceptance of $100,000 gift from HealthPartners for Public Health (6-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with ISD 196 for infant feeding support group (6-0)
• Approved contract amendment with 360 Communities for homelessness prevention not to exceed $430,275 (6-0)
• Approved contract with 360 Communities for housing clinic support workers not to exceed $359,000 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from November 1, 2022 meeting (6-0)

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider authorizing several landfill host fee agreements and amending a joint powers agreement for the Mississippi River Greenway. The agenda also includes updates on the Crisis and Recovery Center project and future space planning.

• Amending Joint Powers Agreement with South St. Paul for Mississippi River Greenway: Wakota Bridge Trailhead
• Authorizing resolution of support for 2022 MnDOT Active Transportation Funding Applications
• Executing agreements with MPCA and PaintCare Inc. regarding hazardous waste
• Executing host fee agreements for Burnsville, Pine Bend, Dawnway, and SKB Environmental landfills
• Update on the Crisis and Recovery Center project

The committee approved several agreements for landfill host fees and the Wakota Bridge Trailhead construction. It also authorized funding applications for pedestrian safety and the 2023 Planning Commission Work Plan. All approved items were recommended for final action by the Board of Commissioners on December 13, 2022.

• Approved host fee agreements (2023-2027) for Burnsville Sanitary, Burnsville Dem/Con, Pine Bend Sanitary, Dawnway Demolition, and SKB landfills (6-0)
• Approved amendment to joint powers agreement with City of South St. Paul for Wakota Bridge Trailhead construction, adding up to $170,000 (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Planning Commission Work Plan (6-0)
• Approved support for MnDOT Active Transportation funding for Pedestrian Crossing Safety Enhancements and Concord Boulevard improvements (6-0)
• Approved agreements with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and PaintCare Inc. for household hazardous waste and paint programs (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings to receive comments on several items. These include the proposed 2023 county budget, the 2023-2027 capital improvement program, and transportation tax fund projects.

• Proposed 2023 Dakota County budget and levy
• 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• Eligible projects for county transportation sales and use tax funds
• 2023 off-sale intoxicating liquor license applications

The Board approved the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program and dedicated sales tax funds to various transportation and trail projects. Additionally, the Board approved all 2023 intoxicating liquor licenses, with one approval contingent on township action.

• Approved all 2023 Intoxicating Liquor Licenses (6-0)
• Approved 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program (5-1)
• Dedicated Transportation Sales and Use Tax funds to listed transit, highway, and greenway projects (5-1)
• Conducted public hearing on Proposed 2023 Dakota County Budget and Levy (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

This special meeting of the Dakota County Board of Commissioners focuses on closed executive sessions regarding employee relations. The board will discuss labor negotiations strategy and the County Manager’s year-end performance review.

• Labor negotiations strategy discussion
• County Manager's year-end performance review

The Board conducted a special meeting consisting primarily of closed executive sessions. No public policy decisions or budget approvals were made during this session.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved closed executive session to discuss labor negotiations strategy (7-0)
• Approved closed executive session for County Manager's year-end performance review (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board Workshop includes discussions on selecting 2023 County Board Officers and making 2023 appointments to the CAP Agency. The agenda also covers updates to board operating rules and a review of volunteer per diem reimbursements for advisory committees.

• Selection of 2023 County Board Officers
• 2023 Appointment to CAP Agency
• Updates To Board Operating Rules
• Review of Advisory Committees Volunteer Per Diem Reimbursement

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will discuss updates to the County Manager’s 2023 Recommended Budget. The committee will also review EFIS administration items regarding Dakota Broadband Board and financial management services.

• Update on the County Manager’s 2023 Recommended Budget
• Authorization to withdraw from Dakota Broadband Board
• Termination of agreement for financial management services
• Approval of Indefeasible Right To Use Agreement

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole approved a resolution to withdraw from the Dakota Broadband Board and terminate its financial management services agreement. The committee recommended the Board of Commissioners take final action on December 13, 2022.

• Approved Resolution 22-526 to withdraw from Dakota Broadband Board effective March 1, 2023 (6-0, 1 excused)
• Approved termination of financial management services agreement with Dakota Broadband Board (6-0, 1 excused)
• Approved agenda (6-0, 1 excused)

Board Workshop

The Budget Workshop scheduled for the Dakota County Board on November 17, 2022, has been canceled. No presentations or discussions took place.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the County Manager’s recommended budget for 2023. The meeting also includes decisions on labor agreements, various service contracts, and property acquisitions.

• Review of the County Manager’s 2023 Recommended Budget
• Approval of 2023 incremental levy for Dakota County Community Development Agency
• Authorization of 2023-2024 labor agreements with Teamsters Local 320 and MPEA
• Contract approvals for Byllesly Dam redevelopment engineering and energy sales
• Right-of-way acquisition and condemnation proceedings for CSAH 88 in Randolph Township

The Board of Commissioners approved a total levy rate of .0156 percent for the Community Development Agency to support affordable housing. They also authorized several contracts for hotel shelter services, supportive housing, and road infrastructure projects. Additionally, new labor agreements were executed for jail staff.

• Approved CDA total levy rate of .0156 percent for 2023 (7-0)
• Authorized hotel shelter contracts with Ally Supportive Services, The Link, and Extended Stay America (7-0)
• Approved $650,000 contract with Center City Housing Corp. for Cahill Place services (7-0)
• Approved schematic design for Law Enforcement Center Integrated Health Unit Addition (7-0)
• Authorized $331,000 for easements and restoration on Wolfson property (7-0)
• Approved 2023-2024 labor agreements for Teamsters Local 320 Jail Unit and MPEA Non-Licensed Jail Supervisors (7-0)
• Authorized $99,877.75 contract with NetSPI for network security audit (7-0)
• Approved right-of-way acquisition and potential quick-take condemnation for CSAH 88 (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The scheduled meeting for the Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority on November 15, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive an update regarding the 2023 state legislative session and county legislative priorities. The meeting also includes a report from the County Manager.

• Update on 2023 State Legislative Session
• State and Federal Legislative Affairs
• Status of County Legislative Priorities
• County Manager's Report

The committee met for a special session to receive legislative updates. No substantive policy decisions or budget actions were taken during the meeting.

• Approved the meeting agenda (7-0)
• Received informational updates on state and federal legislative affairs

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board Workshop includes presentations on the 2023 budget for Physical Development. The session also features a discussion regarding countywide operations and the 2023 American Rescue Plan (ARP).

• 2023 Budget Presentations for Physical Development
• Discussion of Countywide Operations and 2023 American Rescue Plan (ARP)

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board Workshop will review the 2023 budget overview and workshop materials. Several county departments are scheduled to provide budget presentations.

• 2023 Budget Overview and Workshop Materials
• Budget presentations from County Attorney, Sheriff, and Public Services and Revenue
• Budget presentations from Medical Examiner, Enterprise Finance and Information Services, County Administration, and Community Services

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several contracts, including a new labor agreement for licensed deputies. The meeting also includes scheduling public hearings for liquor licenses and transportation tax funds.

• 2023-2024 Labor Agreement with Law Enforcement Labor Services Licensed Deputies Unit
• Contract amendment for CSAH 42 Mill and Overlay in Burnsville
• Renewal of cyber security insurance with National Union Fire Insurance
• Public hearing for County Transportation Sales and Use Tax Funds
• Legal strategy for property acquisition in Lakeville

The Board approved a two-year labor agreement for 65 licensed deputies including salary increases and a new paid holiday. Several transportation budget amendments and contract extensions for IT and library services were also authorized.

• Approved 2023-2024 labor agreement for 65 licensed deputies with 3.25% general increases for 2023 and 2024 (7-0)
• Authorized $110,856 contract amendment with Proviasol, LLC for ERP project management (7-0)
• Approved cyber security insurance renewal with National Union Fire Insurance not to exceed $138,074 (7-0)
• Approved $430,886.11 contract amendment for CSAH 42 mill and overlay project (7-0)
• Amended 2022 Transportation budget by $956,726 for utility relocation on CSAH 42 (7-0)
• Authorized $463,796.34 contract with SirsiDynix for library software support through 2027 (7-0)
• Approved 'Assemblage of Large Number of People' license for Dakota City Heritage Village (7-0)
• Authorized County Attorney to proceed with property rights acquisition for Project 70-23, Parcel 29 (7-0)

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider the schematic design and next steps for a Law Enforcement Center health unit addition. The agenda also includes environmental resource agreements and transportation program recommendations.

• Schematic design approval for Law Enforcement Center Integrated Health Unit addition
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Apple Valley for residential organics drop-off site
• Acquisition of easements on Wolfson property
• Support for MnDOT’s 2022 Corridors of Commerce Program recommendations
• Update on 2023-2027 Landfill Host Fee Agreement negotiations

The Physical Development Committee approved the schematic design for a new integrated health unit at the Law Enforcement Center. The committee also authorized land easement acquisitions in Rosemount and a joint organics drop-off agreement with Apple Valley.

• Approved schematic design for Law Enforcement Center Integrated Health Unit Addition (7-0)
• Authorized up to $331,000 for NA and Corridor easements on Wolfson property in Rosemount
• Authorized joint powers agreement with City of Apple Valley for organics drop-off site (up to $99,500)
• Authorized recommendation of I-35/County Highway 50 Interchange for Corridors of Commerce program (7-0)
• Expressed support for Trunk Highway 13 and Trunk Highway 77 projects
• Approved meeting agenda (6-0)

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Dakota County Community Services Committee of the Whole will review several contract authorizations regarding community corrections, public health, and social services. The agenda also includes updates on financial empowerment and refugee health.

• Community Corrections contracts and joint powers agreements
• Twin Cities Public Health and Environmental Health mutual aid agreement
• Center City Housing Corp. contract for Cahill Place Services
• Three contracts with Guild, Inc. for rental assistance administration
• Financial Empowerment Services update

The Community Services Committee of the Whole approved several contract authorizations and mutual aid agreements for recommendation to the Board of Commissioners. These actions cover community corrections, public health preparedness, and emergency shelter and rental assistance services.

• Approved community corrections contracts with GSSC, Nystrom & Associates, and Life Development Resources
• Approved joint powers agreements with ISD 917 and six cities plus MnDOT for Sentence to Service work crews
• Approved Twin Cities Public Health and Environmental Health Entities Mutual Aid Agreement (2023-2027)
• Approved hotel shelter contracts with Ally Supportive Services ($281,400), The Link ($565,602), and Extended Stay America ($1,000,000)
• Approved $650,000 contract with Center City Housing Corp. for Cahill Place supportive services
• Approved three rental assistance and case management contracts with Guild, Inc. totaling $989,500
• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will review third-quarter updates on 2022 board priorities and a report on budget amendments and year-end projections for operations. The agenda also includes an update regarding the 2022 General Election.

• Third Quarter Update On 2022 Board Priorities
• Report On Budget Amendments, Contracts, And Year-End Projections For Operations
• Adoption Of Amendments To Policy 1570 - Gift Acceptance
• 2022 General Election Update

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 4, 2022. A proposed resolution to amend the Gift Acceptance Policy was tabled for review in January 2023. Other items were presented for information only with no action taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (7-0)
• Approved October 4, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Tabled amendments to Policy 1570 - Gift Acceptance until 1/3/2023 (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of 2023 recommended fee schedules. The agenda includes authorizations for transportation projects, social service contracts, and electric vehicle charging expansion. Additionally, the board will meet in closed session to discuss property acquisition strategies.

• Public hearing for 2023 Recommended Fee Schedules
• Expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure at County Service Centers
• Multi-use trails agreement with City of Burnsville for Highways 42 and 5
• Bridge design services for projects in Farmington and Vermillion Township
• Jurisdictional transfer of portions of Highway 78

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2023 fee schedules after a public hearing with no comments. They also approved a $1.26 million state grant for home visiting services, authorized contracts for youth in-home services, and adopted the Agricultural Chemical Reduction Effort (ACRE) Plan. All votes were 7-0.

• Adopted 2023 fee schedules (7-0)
• Approved $1,259,535 Strong Foundations grant for home visiting (7-0)
• Authorized contracts for children's in-home and community-based services (7-0)
• Amended YMCA drop-in childcare contract, adding $79,746 (7-0)
• Adopted Agricultural Chemical Reduction Effort (ACRE) Plan (7-0)
• Authorized $103,816 for EV charging infrastructure at three service centers (7-0)
• Authorized $123,824 contract with Erickson Engineering for bridge design (7-0)
• Authorized $286,000 for property acquisition for road projects (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meeting scheduled for October 18, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed in the provided document.

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive updates on children and family services capacity and homelessness prevention recommendations. Members will also discuss the Aspen House Youth Shelter in Mendota Heights. Several contract amendments for childcare and veteran transportation are up for authorization.

• Contract amendment with YMCA of the Greater Twin Cities for drop-in childcare services
• Joint Powers Agreement with MN Dept of Corrections for juvenile female secure programming
• Agreement with State of MN for veteran transportation to Minneapolis VA Medical Center
• Update on Aspen House Youth Shelter in Mendota Heights
• Ratification of Minnesota Department of Health Strong Foundations Grant application

The Community Services Committee of the Whole unanimously approved a consent agenda containing seven items, all recommended for action by the Board of Commissioners on October 18, 2022. Key approvals include amending a joint powers agreement with the Minnesota Department of Corrections to increase the daily rate for juvenile female secure programming from $295 to $340, and amending a contract with the YMCA for drop-in childcare services by adding $79,746 and extending it through December 31, 2023. The committee also ratified a $1,259,535 Strong Foundations grant from the Minnesota Department of Health for home visiting services, authorized contracts for in-home and community-based services for youth and families, and approved a joint powers agreement with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs for transportation services to the Minneapolis VA Medical Center. Three informational updates on children and family services, homelessness prevention, and the Aspen House youth shelter were presented with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (7-0), including all seven items.
• Approved amendment to joint powers agreement with MN DOC to increase daily rate for juvenile female secure programming from $295 to $340.
• Approved amendment to YMCA drop-in childcare contract adding $79,746 (total not to exceed $239,237) and extending through December 31, 2023.
• Ratified MDH Strong Foundations grant application and authorized acceptance of $1,259,535 for home visiting services (January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2028).
• Authorized contracts for in-home and community-based services for youth and families (January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2024) with four vendors: Arcpoint Labs, Lopno and Associates, Mosaic, and Nexus-FACTS.
• Authorized joint powers agreement with MN Department of Veterans Affairs for free transportation for Dakota County veterans to Minneapolis VA Medical Center through August 14, 2023.
• Received informational updates on Children and Family Services capacity challenges, homelessness prevention recommendations, and Aspen House youth shelter; no action taken.
• Adjourned at 10:29 a.m. on a motion by Commissioner Hamann-Roland, seconded by Commissioner Gaylord.

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider a joint agreement with Burnsville for multi-use trails on County State Aid Highways 42 and 5. It will also discuss the 2023-2027 Parks and Greenways Capital Improvement Program draft and an agricultural chemical reduction plan.

• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Burnsville for engineering trails on County State Aid Highways 42 and 5
• Adoption of Dakota County Agricultural Chemical Reduction Effort Plan
• Review of 2023-2027 Parks and Greenways Capital Improvement Program draft
• Update on 2022 Transportation Capital Improvement Construction Projects

The Physical Development Committee of the Whole approved the Dakota County Agricultural Chemical Reduction Effort (ACRE) Plan and authorized a joint powers agreement with Burnsville for trail engineering, both recommended for Board action on 10/18/2022. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including minutes and a budget amendment for trail projects. Other items were informational only.

• Approved ACRE Plan (7-0)
• Authorized joint powers agreement with Burnsville for trail engineering (consent)
• Amended 2022 Transportation CIP budget to transfer $200,000 for trail projects (consent)
• Approved September 13, 2022 minutes (consent)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider recommendations for a regional roadway system visioning study update. The agenda also includes scheduling a public hearing for 2023 fee schedules and reviewing various infrastructure projects.

• Adoption of Regional Roadway System Visioning Study recommendations
• Contract award to Morcon Construction Co., Inc. for Burnsville License Center Remodel
• Scheduling a public hearing for 2023 Recommended Fee Schedules
• Traffic signal installations at CSAH 31 and CSAH 23 in Lakeville
• Right-of-way acquisitions for County Projects in Farmington and Randolph Township

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a series of resolutions including a regional roadway visioning study update, joint powers agreements for criminal justice services, a public hearing on 2023 fee schedules, a cyber security awareness proclamation, a grant application for a Hastings-Red Wing planning study, amendments to CDBG programs for Dakota Woodlands elevator rehab and Horizon Heights Townhomes acquisition, a contract for Burnsville License Center remodel, right-of-way acquisitions and quick-take condemnation authorizations for two road projects, traffic signal installations in Lakeville, and a final plat. All votes were 7-0.

• Adopted Regional Roadway System Visioning Study Update for northern Dakota County (7-0)
• Authorized joint powers agreements with Criminal Justice Network JPO for county departments (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing on 2023 fee schedules for October 18, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved $170,298 in CDBG amendments for Dakota Woodlands elevator rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved $600,000 in CDBG amendments for Horizon Heights Townhomes acquisition (7-0)
• Awarded $279,950 contract to Morcon Construction for Burnsville License Center remodel (7-0)
• Authorized right-of-way acquisition and quick-take condemnation for County Project 50-32 in Farmington (7-0)
• Authorized right-of-way acquisition and quick-take condemnation for County Project 88-24 in Randolph Township (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will review recommended 2023 Dakota County fee schedules and a draft for the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes authorization for expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure at county service centers and maintenance facilities.

• Overview of recommended 2023 Dakota County fee schedules
• Expansion of electric vehicle charging infrastructure at County Service Centers and Maintenance Facility
• Amendment to the 2022 Fleet Capital Equipment Program budget
• Review of working draft Dakota County 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program

The committee approved a resolution authorizing $103,816 from countywide budget incentive funds to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure at three service centers and the Empire Maintenance Facility. An amendment to offset costs by reducing 2023 energy efficiency investments failed 2-5. The resolution passed 7-0 and was recommended for full board action.

• Approved Resolution 22-441 authorizing $103,816 for EV charging infrastructure at Northern, Western, Hastings service centers and Empire Maintenance Facility (7-0)
• Failed amendment to offset EV charging costs by reducing 2023 energy efficiency investments (2-5)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes from September 6, 2022 (7-0)
• Received informational overview of 2023 fee schedules (no action)
• Received working draft of 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program (no action; directed to Physical Development Committee)

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners will meet to review several infrastructure and budget items. This includes a public hearing on the 2021 Consolidated Annual Performance And Evaluation Report. The meeting also involves decisions on property tax levies and various county contracts.

• Adoption of the 2023 maximum proposed property tax levy
• Contract award to Eureka Construction, Inc. for median changes on CSAH 46
• Right of way acquisition for County Road 91 reconstruction in Marshan Township
• Approval of 2023 medical plans and premium rates
• Interior renovation contract for the Law Enforcement Center

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners adopted a 2023 maximum proposed property tax levy of $147,361,306, a 1.9% increase from 2022, after a failed attempt to set a 2.9% increase and a failed initial vote on the 1.9% increase. The board also approved numerous consent agenda items including medical plan rate increases, a new social worker position, and several transportation and infrastructure projects.

• Adopted 2023 max property tax levy of $147,361,306 (1.9% increase) (5-2)
• Approved 2023 medical plan rate increases: 6.5% Advantage, 4.9% Select, 4% HSA (7-0)
• Authorized adding 1.0 FTE social worker for adult protection services (7-0)
• Awarded $712,264.87 contract to Eureka Construction for median changes on CSAH 46 (7-0)
• Awarded $3,102,000 contract to Shaw-Lundquist for Law Enforcement Center renovations (7-0)
• Approved right-of-way acquisition and quick-take condemnation for County Road 91 reconstruction (7-0)
• Adopted North Creek Greenway Natural Resource Management Plan (7-0)
• Approved temporary liquor license for Dakota County Agricultural Society (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority is meeting to certify its maximum proposed property tax levy for 2023. The committee will also approve minutes from the August 23, 2022, meeting and schedule meetings for the 2023 calendar year. Actions taken by this committee serve as recommendations to the County Board.

• Certification of 2023 maximum proposed property tax levy
• Approval of August 23, 2022, meeting minutes
• Scheduling of 2023 Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meetings

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority unanimously approved a $0 maximum property tax levy for 2023, meaning no new property tax revenue will be raised for the authority's operations. The board also adopted its 2023 meeting schedule and approved the previous month's minutes.

• Approved Resolution 22-005: 2023 meeting schedule (12 dates, all at 9:30 a.m. in Hastings)
• Approved Resolution 22-006: Certified $0 maximum property tax levy for taxes payable in 2023
• Approved minutes of the August 23, 2022 meeting

Board of Commissioners

This special meeting is intended to inform the public and collect comments regarding a proposed 1.6-mile underground pipeline in Rosemount, MN. The project involves transporting anhydrous ammonia from the CF Industries terminal on Pine Bend Trail to the Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery.

• Proposed construction of an underground pipeline approximately 1.6 miles in length
• Transport of anhydrous ammonia from CF Industries to Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery
• Presentation by Flint Hills Resources
• Public comments and questions regarding the project

The Dakota County Board held a special public meeting to inform residents and accept comments on a proposed underground pipeline to transport anhydrous ammonia from CF Industries to Flint Hills Pine Bend Refinery. No public comments were offered. The meeting adjourned after 11 minutes.

• Held public meeting per Minnesota Statute 216G on proposed pipeline (no vote recorded)
• No public comments received
• Adjourned meeting at 5:11 p.m. (motion by Hamann-Roland, seconded by Slavik)

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will review updates on jail transportation and health partnerships. It will also consider authorizing contracts for translation services and ratifying a state grant application.

• Authorization to add 1.0 full-time social worker position
• Ratification of Minnesota Department of Human Services grant application
• Authorization for interpretation and translation services contracts
• Update on jail transportation pilot program
• Statewide Health Improvement Partnership update

The Community Services Committee approved a consent agenda that included authorizing contracts with 17 vendors for interpretation and translation services for residents with limited English proficiency or who are deaf or hard of hearing, for 2023-2027. They also approved adding a social worker for adult protection services using state funds, and ratified a $5M grant application for mobile crisis services. All items were recommended for action by the full Board of Commissioners.

• Approved contracts with 17 vendors for interpretation and translation services (6-0, consent agenda)
• Approved adding 1.0 FTE social worker and amending 2022 Social Services budget by $184,000 for adult protection services (6-0, consent agenda)
• Ratified $5M grant application for mobile crisis services and authorized acceptance of funds (7-0)

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider recommendations for a regional roadway visioning study affecting Inver Grove Heights, Eagan, Mendota Heights, and Sunfish Lake. The agenda also includes adoption of the North Creek Greenway management plan and updates on greenway projects.

• Adoption of recommendations for Regional Roadway System Visioning Study (Project 97-197)
• Adoption of Natural Resource Management Plan for North Creek Greenway
• Authorization to submit federal grant applications for railroad crossing elimination
• Execution of jurisdictional transfer agreement for County State Aid Highway 9 from Lakeville
• Update on Trunk Highway 52 interchange alternatives in Vermillion Township

The Physical Development Committee approved several consent agenda items and regular agenda items, including a jurisdictional transfer of roads with Lakeville, amendments to a wetland bank, adoption of a regional roadway visioning study, and adoption of a natural resource management plan for North Creek Greenway. All votes were unanimous (7-0). No public comments were received.

• Approved consent agenda including grant applications for railroad crossing elimination (7-0)
• Approved jurisdictional transfer of Dodd Boulevard and 179th Street W with Lakeville (7-0)
• Approved amendment to CSAH 31 Wetland Bank declaration to exclude trail corridor (7-0)
• Adopted recommendations for Regional Roadway System Visioning Study Update (CP 97-197) (7-0)
• Adopted North Creek Greenway Natural Resources Management Plan (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding amendments to shoreland, floodplain, and water surface use ordinances. The agenda also includes a bid award for the South St. Paul Library project and property acquisitions for recycling and greenway projects.

• Public hearing on Shoreland and Floodplain Management Ordinance 50 amendments
• Public hearing on Water Surface Use Ordinance 128 for Lake Byllesby Reservoir and Cannon River
• Bid award and contract execution with Donlar Construction Company for South St. Paul Library Project
• Authorization to acquire property for Recycling Zone II location
• Right of Way acquisition for Veterans Memorial Greenway in Inver Grove Heights and Eagan

The board awarded an $8.4 million construction contract to Donlar Construction for the new South St. Paul library, with a total project budget of $11.3 million. A motion to remove a clause from the resolution failed 2-4. The board also adopted amendments to shoreland/floodplain and water surface use ordinances, authorized negotiations for a Recycling Zone II property, and approved right-of-way acquisition for the Veterans Memorial Greenway.

• Awarded $8,434,500 contract to Donlar Construction for South St. Paul Library (4-2)
• Adopted amendments to Ordinance 50: Shoreland and Floodplain Management (6-0)
• Adopted amendments to Ordinance 128: Water Surface Use on Lake Byllesby (6-0)
• Authorized staff to negotiate purchase of property for Recycling Zone II (6-0)
• Approved $146,639.58 contract amendment for Big Rivers Regional Trailhead (6-0)
• Approved right-of-way acquisition for Veterans Memorial Greenway, four parcels totaling $282,000 (6-0)
• Certified $964,900 proposed levy for Vermillion River Watershed Management Tax District (6-0)
• Authorized eviction actions to recover tax-forfeited property (6-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss the 2023 budget and the maximum proposed property tax levy. The agenda also includes adopting the Dakota County All Hazard Mitigation Plan and approving 2023 medical plans and disability benefit rates.

• Discussion of 2023 Budget and Maximum Proposed Property Tax Levy
• Adoption of Dakota County All Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approval of 2023 Medical Plans and Premium Rates
• Authorization to accept rates for 2023 Group Short-Term Disability Benefits

The committee approved and recommended to the full Board several resolutions, including 2023 medical plan rate increases (6.5% for Advantage, 4.9% for Select, 4% for HSA), adoption of the 2022 All-Hazard Mitigation Plan, and the 2023 meeting schedule. All votes were 6-0 with one excused. A discussion on the 2023 budget and maximum proposed property tax levy was informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved 2023 medical plan rate increases: 6.5% Advantage, 4.9% Select, 4% HSA (6-0)
• Adopted 2022 Dakota County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan (6-0)
• Approved 2023 County Board/Committee meeting schedule (6-0)
• Approved 2023 group short-term disability benefit rates with no change (6-0)
• Approved consent agenda including prior meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several environmental and transportation items. Key discussions include a $6,066,000 grant for natural resource restoration and updates to school zone speed limits. The board also scheduled a special meeting regarding the Flint Hills Resources, LLC pipeline project.

• $6,066,000 State Outdoor Heritage Fund Grant Agreement
• School zone speed limit updates on County State Aid Highway 28 and 30
• Public hearing for Lake Byllesby Reservoir water surface use ordinance
• Special meeting regarding Flint Hills Resources, LLC pipeline project
• Acquisition of conservation easement on Bauer Property

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda with multiple resolutions, including a $6,066,000 state Outdoor Heritage Fund grant agreement for natural resource protection and restoration, and authorized various contracts, agreements, and budget amendments. The board also scheduled public hearings on proposed ordinance amendments and a special meeting on a pipeline project. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $6,066,000 state Outdoor Heritage Fund grant agreement for habitat protection (7-0)
• Authorized joint powers agreement with Burnsville for household hazardous waste drop-off event (7-0)
• Authorized pharmaceutical drug collection program agreements with 10 cities and Drug Task Force (7-0)
• Approved $130,000 contract amendment with American Cylinder for gas cylinder disposal (7-0)
• Authorized $65,815 for conservation easement on Bauer property near Spring Lake Park Reserve (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Sept 6 on Ordinance 128 amendments (Lake Byllesby) (7-0)
• Approved $168,040 contract with EarthSoft for water quality data software (7-0)
• Authorized $250,000 subrecipient agreement with Dakota County Technical College for Workforce Mobility Program (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority will discuss alternatives for providing county funding to operate the METRO Orange Line. Any actions taken during this Committee of the Whole meeting serve as recommendations to the County Board.

• Discussion on funding alternatives for METRO Orange Line operations
• Approval of March 22, 2022, meeting minutes

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority held a routine meeting, approving the agenda and prior meeting minutes unanimously. The only substantive discussion was an informational item on funding options for the METRO Orange Line, with staff directed to discuss a single bilateral agreement with Met Council and ensure fare discount costs are not passed to counties. No formal action was taken on this item.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 22, 2022 meeting (7-0)
• Discussed METRO Orange Line funding alternatives; no action taken
• Directed staff to meet with Met Council on bilateral agreement and fare discount costs

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board Workshop will review financial planning assumptions. The session also includes a presentation on the 2023 property tax base and market values.

• Presentation on financial planning assumptions
• Presentation on 2023 property tax base and market values

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive an update on the Dakota County Opioid Settlement Response. Members will also discuss service provider capacity issues in disability services and recommended next steps. The agenda includes several contract approvals for community corrections and workforce programs.

• Update on Dakota County Opioid Settlement Response
• Update on disability services provider capacity issues
• Contract with General Security Services Corporation for juvenile transportation
• Agreement with Minnesota State Dakota County Technical College for workforce mobility
• Acceptance of a gift to Community Corrections from the Anderson Family

The Dakota County Community Services Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda that includes a $156,000 contract with General Security Services Corporation for juvenile transportation services, a $250,000 subrecipient agreement with Minnesota State Dakota County Technical College for the Workforce Mobility Program, acceptance of a $600 gift to Community Corrections, and ratification of a $1,294,284 mental health grant application. All items were recommended for action by the County Board on 8/23/2022. Two informational updates were presented with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (6-0)
• Approved $156,000 contract with General Security Services Corp for juvenile transportation
• Approved $250,000 subrecipient agreement with Dakota County Technical College for Workforce Mobility Program
• Accepted $600 gift from Anderson family to Community Corrections and amended budget
• Ratified Adult Mental Health Initiative and Community Support Program grant application for $1,294,284
• Approved minutes of June 14, 2022 meeting

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will review a $6,066,000 state grant agreement for natural resource protection and restoration. Discussions also include updates to school zone speed limits and the 2023 Capital Improvement Program draft.

• $6,066,000 State Outdoor Heritage Fund Grant Agreement
• Updating school zone speed limits on County State Aid Highway 28 and 30
• Conservation easement acquisition on Bauer Property in Nininger Township
• SS4A grant applications for Burnsville Center Village improvements
• Overview of the preliminary draft 2023 Capital Improvement Program

The Physical Development Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda including authorization for a $6,066,000 state Outdoor Heritage Fund grant agreement for natural resource protection and restoration, and a $65,815 conservation easement acquisition on the Bauer property. The committee also approved a school zone speed limit update on CSAH 28 and retained the 30 mph limit on CSAH 30. All items were recommended for action by the Board of Commissioners on 8/23/2022.

• Approved $6,066,000 Outdoor Heritage Fund grant agreement for habitat protection (6-0)
• Approved $65,815 conservation easement acquisition on Bauer property (6-0)
• Approved $130,000 contract amendment with American Cylinder, LLC (6-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Burnsville for hazardous waste event (6-0)
• Approved pharmaceutical collection program agreements with 10 cities and Drug Task Force (6-0)
• Approved 25 mph school zone speed limit on CSAH 28 at Simley High School (6-0)
• Retained 30 mph school zone speed limit on CSAH 30 in Eagan (6-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for Sept 6 and Sept 20, 2022 (6-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will review the second quarter update on 2022 board priorities and operational budget projections. Proposals include authorizing a construction contract for the South St. Paul Library and a software contract for environmental quality information. The agenda also includes library self-service pilot hours and mobile hotspot agreement renewals.

• Contract with Donlar Construction Company for South St. Paul Library Project
• Software contract with EarthSoft for Environmental Quality Information System
• Pilot program for library self-service hours
• Renewal of mobile hotspot agreement
• Report on budget amendments and year-end projections

The committee voted 3-3 on awarding an $8.4 million construction contract to Donlar Construction for the South St. Paul Library project, causing the item to fail. Three other items were approved and recommended to the full Board: a $168,040 contract with EarthSoft for environmental data software, a pilot of self-service hours at the Farmington Library, and renewal of a mobile hotspot agreement with T-Mobile. The meeting also included informational updates on board priorities and budget projections.

• Failed to award $8,434,500 contract to Donlar Construction for South St. Paul Library (3-3 tie)
• Approved $168,040 contract with EarthSoft for environmental quality information system (unanimous)
• Approved pilot of self-service hours at Farmington Library using $45,000 in MELSA funds (6-0)
• Approved renewal of T-Mobile mobile hotspot agreement through Dec 2022, amending library budget by $49,510.46 (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including land plat approvals and grant applications. They will also consider a budget increase for the Mendota Youth Shelter Renovations project. The meeting includes various community recognitions and updates.

• Budget increase for Mendota Youth Shelter Renovations
• Contract with Landbridge Ecological for Whitetail Woods Regional Park vegetation management
• Clean Water Fund grant application for Well Seal Grants
• Approval of final plats recommended by the Plat Commission
• Proclamation of Public Art Appreciation Month

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a $175,000 increase to the Mendota Youth Shelter renovation budget, bringing the total to $2,325,000, funded by ARP funds. The board also authorized a Clean Water Fund grant application for well sealing, approved a vegetation management contract for Whitetail Woods Regional Park, and approved final plats for several subdivisions. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved $175,000 budget increase for Mendota Youth Shelter renovation (7-0)
• Authorized Clean Water Fund grant application for Well Seal Grant Program up to $110,000 (7-0)
• Approved contract with Landbridge Ecological for Whitetail Woods vegetation management up to $175,000 (7-0)
• Approved final plats for Brookshire, Authentix Lakeville, Echelon at Amber Fields, and Amber Fields Third Addition (7-0)
• Proclaimed August 2022 as Public Art Appreciation Month (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing various committee recommendations regarding infrastructure and social services. Key items include contracts for the Byllesby Dam development and the Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center. The meeting also includes closed sessions to discuss legal strategies for property acquisitions.

• Contract amendments for the Byllesby Dam Water-To-Wire Development Project
• Professional services contract with Wold Architects for a Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center
• Construction contract for Law Enforcement Center cell block improvements
• Development agreement with Apple Valley for North Creek Greenway acquisition
• Application for off-site gambling for Farmington Youth Hockey

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a $22.65 million contract amendment with Boldt Company for the Byllesby Dam Water-to-Wire project, funded in part by $5 million in federal ARP funds. The board also approved a $14.4 million road construction contract for CSAH 86, a $739,000 jail cell block improvement contract, and several other contracts and agreements. All votes were 7-0 except one 6-1 vote on a bison range contract amendment.

• Approved $22,652,875.42 Boldt Company contract amendment for Byllesby Dam project (7-0)
• Approved $14,401,908 construction contract with Northland Grading & Excavating for CSAH 86 (7-0)
• Approved $739,000 contract with Century Construction for jail cell block improvements (7-0)
• Approved $423,000 design contract with Wold Architects for behavioral health crisis center (7-0)
• Approved $536,000 contract with Life Development Resources for juvenile drug court program (7-0)
• Approved $237,835 contract amendment with 360 Communities for housing clinic workers (7-0)
• Approved $397,456.21 network equipment purchase from CDW-G (7-0)
• Ratified $12,400 WSB Associates bison range contract amendment (6-1)

Regional Railroad Authority

The scheduled meeting for the Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority on July 19, 2022, was canceled.

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive a public safety update from the Sheriff and review the minutes from the June 7, 2022 meeting. Any actions taken by this committee serve as recommendations to the County Board.

• Sheriff's public safety update
• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The Dakota County General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole met on July 19, 2022, and approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the June 7, 2022 meeting. The committee received an informational update on public safety from Sheriff Tim Leslie and County Attorney Kathy Keena, covering crime trends, drug use, and juvenile crimes. No formal action was taken on the update, and the meeting adjourned at 10:58 a.m.

• Approved consent agenda including June 7, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Received public safety update; no action taken

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss research regarding homelessness prevention and how workforce shortages affect service availability. The agenda also includes authorizations for various grant agreements and contract amendments for social and employment services.

• Contract with Life Development Resources for a juvenile drug court chemical dependency program
• Update on homelessness prevention research and recommendations
• Update on workforce shortages affecting service provider capacity
• Grant agreements for State Dislocated Worker and WIOA adult services
• Contract amendments for 360 Communities housing clinic workers

The Community Services Committee unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included authorizing contracts and grants for juvenile drug treatment, workforce development, housing support, and other services. All items were recommended for action by the Board of Commissioners on July 19, 2022. The regular agenda items were informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (7-0)
• Authorized contract with Life Development Resources for multicultural juvenile drug treatment, up to $536,000 (7-0)
• Authorized grant agreement with DEED for State Dislocated Worker Program, $1,025,673 (7-0)
• Authorized grant agreements for WIOA Adult and Dislocated Worker services (7-0)
• Ratified Unified Local Youth Plan submission and authorized WIOA Youth Program funds, $527,324 (7-0)
• Amended contract with 360 Communities for housing support workers, adding $82,835 (7-0)
• Authorized contract amendments with Lopno and Associates and Empowering Families for in-home services (7-0)
• Ratified DHS Innovations Grant application and authorized $134,400 for Lyft wheelchair accessible vehicle recruitment (7-0)

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider several contract amendments and authorizations related to the Byllesby Dam Hydropower Redevelopment Project. The agenda also includes a public review period for an agricultural chemical reduction plan.

• Contract amendment with Boldt Company, LLC for Byllesby Dam Phase II construction services
• Third amendment to Ayres Associates contract for Byllesby Dam engineering support
• Contract with Avant Energy, Inc. for Byllesby Dam power sale market services
• Release of draft Agricultural Chemical Reduction Effort Plan for 30-day public review
• Adoption of Natural Resource Management Plan for Lake Marion Greenway

The Physical Development Committee of the Whole unanimously approved a $22,652,875.42 contract amendment with Boldt Company, LLC for Phase II of the Byllesby Dam Water-to-Wire project, funded in part by $5 million in federal ARP funds. The committee also approved a $25,800 engineering contract amendment with Ayres Associates, a $111,500 contract with Avant Energy for power sales, a 45-day public review of the draft Agricultural Chemical Reduction Effort Plan, and adoption of the Lake Marion Greenway Natural Resources Management Plan. All items were recommended for action by the full County Board on July 19, 2022.

• Approved $22,652,875.42 Boldt Company contract amendment for Byllesby Dam Phase II (7-0)
• Approved $25,800 Ayres Associates engineering contract amendment (7-0)
• Approved $111,500 Avant Energy capacity market services contract (7-0)
• Approved 45-day public review of draft Agricultural Chemical Reduction Effort Plan (7-0)
• Adopted Lake Marion Greenway Natural Resources Management Plan (7-0)
• Approved June 14, 2022 meeting minutes (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure and public service items. This includes authorizing a rezoning application for a health crisis services center and reviewing transportation projects. The board will also address staffing changes and grant funding for election equipment.

• Rezoning application for a Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center
• Contract with Peterson Companies, Inc. for the Thompson Oaks River To River Greenway Project
• Reconstruction of County State Aid Highway 88 in Randolph
• Roundabout construction at County Road 6 and CSAH 73 in West St. Paul
• Addition of 3.0 full-time staff for the Community Services Division

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved the acquisition of conservation and greenway easements on the McMenomy property in Rosemount for up to $3,269,670, including restoration costs. The board also approved a joint powers agreement to transition South St. Paul's library into the Dakota County Library System (5-2), and established an absentee ballot board (5-2). All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved $3.27M McMenomy conservation easement acquisition (7-0)
• Approved South St. Paul library joint powers agreement (5-2)
• Established absentee ballot board (5-2)
• Accepted $182,904 in state election grants (7-0)
• Approved $6.15M Thompson Oaks greenway construction contract (7-0)
• Authorized $675,000 design contract for Law Enforcement Center health unit (7-0)
• Approved $1.24M in shelter service contract extensions (7-0)
• Approved 3.0 FTE additions for Community Services office support (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meeting scheduled for June 21, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board Workshop includes presentations on 2021 year-end results and 2022 budget performance. The session also covers the 2023 financial planning environment and updates regarding the American Rescue Plan.

• 2021 Financial Year-End Review presentation
• 2022 Budget & Financial Performance presentation
• 2023 Financial Planning Environment presentation
• American Rescue Plan update and planning

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will review site selection and a rezoning application for a Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center. The agenda also includes authorizations for new staff, grant acceptances, and contract amendments.

• Rezoning application for a Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center
• Authorization to add 3.0 full-time equivalent staff for office support
• Ratification of Minnesota Youth Program grant application
• Acceptance of Child and Teen Checkups Grant Funds
• Contract amendments for Shelter Services

The Community Services Committee approved the consent agenda and a regular agenda item recommending the Board of Commissioners authorize the Physical Development Division to proceed with a behavioral health crisis center at the Northern Service Center property in West St. Paul, including preparing a rezoning application. The consent agenda included several items such as adding 3.0 FTE staff, accepting grant funds, and extending shelter contracts. All items were approved unanimously and recommended for action by the Board of Commissioners on 6/21/2022.

• Approved consent agenda including 3.0 FTE staff addition and budget amendments (6-0)
• Approved site selection and rezoning application for behavioral health crisis center at Northern Service Center (7-0)
• Ratified Minnesota Youth Program grant application and authorized contract with Tree Trust (6-0)
• Authorized acceptance of $360,996 Child and Teen Checkups grant and budget amendment (6-0)
• Authorized contract amendments for hotel shelter services through Dec 31, 2022 (6-0)
• Authorized contract with Progressive Individual Resources for Collaborative services (6-0)

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The Physical Development Committee of the Whole will consider a professional services contract for the Law Enforcement Center Integrated Health Unit Addition. The meeting also includes updates on transportation projects and financing for natural resources, parks, and greenways.

• Professional services contract with Wold Architects and Engineers for Law Enforcement Center addition
• Lease between Dakota County and Specialized Environmental Technologies, Inc. in Empire Township
• Adoption of the Revised Dakota County Sign Placement Policy
• Update on 2022 Transportation Capital Improvement Construction Projects
• Financing update for natural resources, land conservation, parks, and greenways

The Physical Development Committee approved a $675,000 professional services contract with Wold Architects and Engineers for design of a Law Enforcement Center Integrated Health Unit addition, and recommended it to the Board. The consent agenda was approved, including a five-year lease with Specialized Environmental Technologies for county property in Empire Township and revisions to the Sign Placement Policy 8252. Several items were informational only, including updates on transportation projects and financing for parks and greenways.

• Approved $675,000 contract with Wold Architects and Engineers for Law Enforcement Center Integrated Health Unit design (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including lease with Specialized Environmental Technologies for Empire Township property (6-0, 1 excused)
• Approved consent agenda including revised Sign Placement Policy 8252 (6-0, 1 excused)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes of May 10, 2022 meeting (6-0, 1 excused)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider right-of-way acquisitions for roundabout construction in West St. Paul, Apple Valley, and Rosemount. The meeting also includes discussions regarding community development grant plans and a wellness services contract.

• Two-year contract for wellness services with OPTUM
• Right of way acquisition for a roundabout at County Road 6 and CS Highway 73 in West St. Paul
• Right of way acquisition for roundabout construction in Apple Valley and Rosemount
• FY 2022 Action Plan for CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs
• Schematic design review for Spring Lake Park Reserve Bison Range Visitor Amenities

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the FY2022 Annual Action Plan for CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds, totaling over $3.1 million, and authorized right-of-way acquisitions and potential quick-take condemnation for two road projects. The board also rejected bids for a Lakeville road project that exceeded budget by 37%, and approved several administrative items including a wellness contract with Optum.

• Approved FY2022 HUD Action Plan for CDBG ($1,908,838), HOME ($1,087,569), ESG ($162,970) (7-0)
• Approved right-of-way acquisition and quick-take condemnation for CP 6-06 roundabout in West St. Paul (7-0)
• Approved right-of-way acquisition and quick-take condemnation for CP 33-15 in Apple Valley/Rosemount (7-0)
• Rejected bids for CP 9-56 in Lakeville; low bid exceeded budget by $3,149,790.53 (7-0)
• Approved two-year wellness services contract with Optum, $156,000/year (7-0)
• Approved substantial amendment to 2020 ESG program, transferring $23,254.67 from shelter operations to rapid re-housing (7-0)
• Approved schematic design for Spring Lake Park Reserve bison range visitor amenities (7-0)
• Approved final plats for Lakeside of Diamond Path and Vermillion Valley Development (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss budget amendments, contracts, and year-end projections for operations. It will also review the South St. Paul Library Joint Powers Agreement and 2022 election updates.

• Report on budget amendments, contracts, and year-end projections
• Approval to continue participation in State Standard Measures Program
• Update on proposed South St. Paul Library Joint Powers Agreement
• Authorization to accept Help America Vote Act and Voting Equipment grants
• Authorization to establish an Absentee Ballot Board and deploy drop boxes

The committee approved two election-related resolutions: accepting $182,904 in state grants for election security and voting equipment, and establishing an absentee ballot board. A proposal to deploy an absentee ballot drop box at the Western Service Center failed on a 3-4 vote. All other items were informational or procedural.

• Approved Resolution 22-246 to continue participation in State Standard Measures Program (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-247 to accept $101,565 HAVA grant and $81,338.90 VEGA grant, amending 2022 elections budget (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-248 to establish Absentee Ballot Board, rescinding Resolution 10-319 (6-1, Halverson opposed)
• Failed to authorize absentee ballot drop box at Western Service Center and $50,000 budget amendment (3-4)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure and community service items. This includes authorizing vegetation management for regional parks and street lighting installations in Eagan and Inver Grove Heights. The meeting also covers rental assistance administration and highway safety grant applications.

• Contract with Native Resource Preservation LLC for regional park vegetation management
• Joint Powers Agreement with Minnesota Valley Transit Authority for bus pads
• Approval of Dakota County HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan Program
• Xcel Energy contract for street lighting in Inver Grove Heights and Eagan
• Contracts with Hearth Connection for rental assistance administration

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a $1,071,325.74 settlement with Ace In The Hole Real Estate Limited Partnership for property acquisition needed for County Projects 26-54 and 63-27. The board also approved a joint powers agreement with the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority for bus pad and shelter installation (5-2), with Commissioners Slavik and Holberg voting against. All other consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including contracts for prairie vegetation management, monitoring well installation, and a sustainable trails study.

• Approved $1,071,325.74 property settlement with Ace In The Hole Real Estate (7-0)
• Approved joint powers agreement with MVTA for bus pads and shelters (5-2)
• Authorized $175,000 contract with Native Resource Preservation LLC for prairie management (7-0)
• Approved $76,512 contract with SRF Consulting for Lebanon Hills trails study (7-0)
• Authorized $519,009 Community Living Infrastructure grant acceptance (7-0)
• Approved $400,000 for COVID-19 outreach contracts with communities of color (7-0)
• Approved $250,000 Workforce Mobility Program using ARP funds (7-0)
• Approved $201,520.81 fiber relocation project with MP Nexlevel (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meeting scheduled for May 24, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for this session.

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Committee will discuss mental health promotion and outreach to communities of color regarding COVID-19 impacts. The agenda also includes authorizations for rental assistance contracts, grant applications, and budget amendments.

• Contracts with Hearth Connection for rental assistance administration
• Withdrawal from Metro Alliance For Healthy Families Joint Powers Agreement
• Ratification of Minnesota Department of Human Services grant application
• Update on mental health promotion and May Mental Health Month proclamation
• Workforce Mobility Program overview and budget amendments

The Dakota County Community Services Committee of the Whole unanimously approved a consent agenda including authorization for Sentence to Service joint powers agreements, withdrawal from the Metro Alliance for Healthy Families, contracts with Hearth Connection for rental assistance administration, and ratification of a $519,009 Community Living Infrastructure grant. The committee also approved a proclamation of May as Mental Health Month and authorized up to $400,000 in contracts for targeted outreach to communities of color. A vote on the Workforce Mobility Program was delayed to the May 24 County Board meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including Sentence to Service JPA authorizations (7-0)
• Approved withdrawal from Metro Alliance for Healthy Families JPA effective Dec 31, 2022 (7-0)
• Approved contracts with Hearth Connection for rental assistance administration up to $777,717 total (7-0)
• Ratified $519,009 Community Living Infrastructure grant application and budget amendment (7-0)
• Proclaimed May 2022 as Mental Health Month in Dakota County (7-0)
• Authorized up to $400,000 in contracts for outreach to communities of color (7-0)
• Delayed vote on Workforce Mobility Program budget amendment to May 24 County Board meeting

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will review a joint agreement with Minnesota Valley Transit Authority to construct bus pads for transit shelters within the county. Members will also consider releasing the Veterans Memorial Greenway Interpretive Memorial Plan for public comment and approving several park maintenance contracts.

• Agreement with Minnesota Valley Transit Authority for bus pad construction
• Public review of the Veterans Memorial Greenway Interpretive Memorial Plan
• Vegetation management contract for Lebanon Hills, Thompson County, and Northern Service Center parks
• Contract amendment with Midwestern Drilling, LLC for well installation
• Highway Safety Improvement Program grant applications

The Physical Development Committee approved a joint powers agreement with the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority to construct ADA-accessible bus pads and shelters, with a 4-3 vote. It also approved several consent agenda items, including contract amendments and new contracts for environmental and park projects, and authorized release of the Veterans Memorial Greenway Interpretive Memorial Plan for public comment.

• Approved joint powers agreement with MVTA for bus pads and shelters (4-3)
• Approved $25,000 amendment to Midwestern Drilling contract for monitoring wells, total $120,000 (6-0)
• Approved $175,000 contract with Native Resource Preservation LLC for prairie vegetation management (6-0)
• Approved $76,512 contract with SRF Consulting for Lebanon Hills Sustainable Trails Study (6-0)
• Approved grant applications for Highway Safety Improvement Program at CSAH 86/TH 56 and CSAH 86/TH 3 (6-0)
• Authorized release of Veterans Memorial Greenway Interpretive Memorial Plan for public review (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager and a report from the County Manager. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and reports.

• Office of the County Manager legislative update
• County Manager's Report

The Dakota County General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole met on May 10, 2022, and took no substantive actions. The agenda was approved unanimously, and Commissioner Joe Atkins provided an informational legislative update with no direction given. The meeting adjourned after a brief County Manager's report.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:29 p.m. (motion by Hamann-Roland, second by Slavik)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including a joint agreement with Eagan for crime enforcement grants. The meeting also includes discussions on rejecting bids for the Minnesota River Greenway project and imposing a civil penalty on Cannon Golf Club Inc.

• Authorization of Joint Powers Agreement between City of Eagan and Dakota County for violent crime enforcement grants
• Authorization to reject all bids for the Dakota Homeland Interpretive Features Project along the Minnesota River Greenway
• Imposition of a civil penalty on Cannon Golf Club Inc. regarding liquor licensing violations
• Reimbursement agreement with Northern States Power Company for power line relocation in Rosemount East
• Amendment of contract with GovernmentJobs.com, Inc. for Oracle Cloud Data Importation

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda with multiple routine items, including a joint powers agreement for a drug prosecutor, appointments, contract amendments, and CDBG program changes. On the regular agenda, the board imposed a $500 civil penalty and a five-day suspension of Cannon Golf Club Inc.'s liquor license for selling alcohol to a minor, with the suspension set for August 20-24, 2022. A motion to reduce the suspension to three days if the club joined a Best Practices Program failed for lack of a second. The board also rejected all bids for the Dakota Homeland Interpretive Features Project because bids exceeded available funding, and authorized the County Attorney to proceed on a legal claim from Nathan Toomey without entering closed session.

• Approved consent agenda including 10 resolutions (6-0)
• Imposed $500 civil penalty and 5-day liquor license suspension on Cannon Golf Club Inc. (6-0)
• Rejected all bids for Dakota Homeland Interpretive Features Project (6-0)
• Authorized joint powers agreement with City of Eagan for VCET grant funds (6-0)
• Appointed County Manager to Criminal Justice Network JPO Board (6-0)
• Approved CDBG program amendments for Rosemount and Dakota County (6-0)
• Authorized NEOGOV contract amendment up to $6,150 for data import (6-0)
• Authorized County Attorney to proceed on Nathan Toomey claim (6-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a first quarter update on 2022 Board Priorities from the Office of the County Manager. The agenda also includes a legislative update and approval of minutes from recent meetings.

• First quarter update on 2022 Board Priorities
• Legislative update
• Approval of minutes from March 8, March 22, and April 12, 2022

The Dakota County General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole met on May 3, 2022, and approved the consent agenda, which included minutes from prior meetings. The rest of the meeting was informational: a legislative update from state and federal representatives, a county manager's report on topics like frontline worker pay and elections, and a first-quarter update on board priorities. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes from March 8, March 22, and April 12, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved agenda as presented (6-0)
• Adjourned at 11:32 a.m. (6-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding redistricting plans for County Commissioner Districts and Soil and Water Conservation Districts. The agenda also includes discussions on community development grants and the expansion of mental health crisis follow-up services.

• Public hearings on redistricting plans
• Mental health crisis follow-up services expansion plan
• Agreement with City of Rosemount for a residential organics drop-off site
• Contract award to Ebert, Inc. for the Museum Renovation Project
• Delaware Avenue school safety improvements contract

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority board meeting scheduled for April 19, 2022, was canceled.

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss an expansion plan for mental health crisis follow-up services. This includes authorization for joint powers agreements with Dakota County law enforcement agencies. The meeting also includes an update on the Public Health Family Home Visiting Program.

• Mental health crisis follow-up services expansion plan
• Joint Powers Agreements with Dakota County Law Enforcement Agencies
• Public Health Family Home Visiting Program update

The Community Services Committee unanimously approved a resolution authorizing the Community Services Director to execute joint powers agreements with Dakota County law enforcement agencies to expand the Embedded Social Worker Model to all interested cities, using ARP funds. The item was recommended for action by the County Board on April 19, 2022. The committee also approved the agenda and consent agenda, including minutes from March 15, 2022. A Public Health Family Home Visiting Program update was informational only, with no action taken.

• Approved resolution authorizing joint powers agreements for Embedded Social Worker Model expansion (7-0)
• Approved agenda unanimously (6-0, Slavik excused)
• Approved consent agenda including March 15, 2022 minutes (6-0, Slavik excused)

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider establishing a drinking water treatment pilot grant program for low-income residents with high contamination levels. The agenda also includes updates on Highway 77 congestion and pedestrian crossing safety assessments.

• Pilot grant program for drinking water treatment in low-income areas
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Rosemount for organics drop-off site
• Contract with Native Resource Preservation LLC for Lebanon Hills vegetation management
• Update on Highway 77 congestion mitigation study
• Dakota County Pedestrian Crossing Safety Assessment update

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager. The meeting also includes consideration of authorization to submit a resolution requesting federal funding for priority projects.

• Authorization to submit a resolution requesting federal funding for priority projects
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole approved a resolution requesting federal funding for three priority projects: the Veterans Memorial Greenway construction, Interstate 35 safety improvements design, and a sustainability and clean energy demonstration project. The resolution was recommended for action by the Board of Commissioners on April 19, 2022. The vote was unanimous (7-0).

• Approved Resolution 22-165 requesting federal funding for Veterans Memorial Greenway construction ($4,995,000), I-35 safety improvements design ($5,040,000), and sustainability/clean energy demonstration project ($4,500,000) (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review grant applications for federal transportation funding and authorize contracts related to homeland security. The agenda also includes land use items such as a conservation easement on the Neumann property and an agreement with Xcel Energy in Randolph Township.

• Amendment of resolution authorizing acquisition of Judith H. Ferguson property
• Acquisition of conservation easement on Neumann property and budget amendment
• Grant application submittals for 2022 Regional Federal Funding and RAISE programs
• Contract execution with Minnesota Department of Public Safety for homeland security grant
• Xcel Energy encroachment agreement for County Project 88-20 in Randolph Township

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved submitting 21 county- and city-led projects for federal transportation funding under the FAST and RAISE grant programs, and authorized an amended joint powers agreement renaming the Dakota Communications Center to Dakota 911 with a phased increase in county funding. The board also approved several land acquisitions, a homeland security grant contract, and other routine items, all by unanimous 6-0 votes.

• Approved 21 federal grant applications for road and trail projects (6-0)
• Authorized amended Dakota 911 joint powers agreement with phased county funding up to 50% (6-0)
• Approved $409,500 homeland security grant contract with MN Dept. of Public Safety (6-0)
• Amended Resolution 21-269 to acquire 10.2 acres for Lake Byllesby Regional Park for $153,200 (6-0)
• Authorized $33,200 for conservation easement on Neumann property (6-0)
• Authorized Xcel Energy encroachment agreement for CSAH 88 project (6-0)
• Proclaimed April 4-10, 2022 as Public Health Week (6-0)
• Appointed MaryJanice Alongi to Library Advisory Committee (6-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The Dakota County General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for April 5, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed in the document.

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider the adoption of the Highway 42 Corridor Management Plan and various infrastructure contracts. The agenda includes scheduling public hearings for community development programs and approving design services for county greenways. A closed session is also scheduled to discuss legal strategy regarding a lawsuit.

• Adoption of County State Aid Highway 42 Corridor Management Plan
• Design services contract for Dakota County Greenways
• Contract with Northland Grading & Excavating, LLC
• Public hearings for Community Development Block programs
• Law Enforcement Center interior renovation design

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and regular agenda with 31 resolutions, all passing 7-0. Key actions included awarding a $7.93 million road construction contract to Northland Grading & Excavating, authorizing a $2.15 million youth shelter project budget, and adopting the 2040 Corridor Management Plan for Highway 42. The board also scheduled public hearings for April 19, 2022, on the FY 2022 Action Plan and HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.

• Awarded $7,930,000 road construction contract to Northland Grading & Excavating for CP 96-07 (7-0)
• Approved $2,150,000 budget for Mendota Youth Shelter renovation, funded by ARP and Washington County (7-0)
• Adopted 2040 Corridor Management Plan for CSAH 42 in Apple Valley, Burnsville, Rosemount (7-0)
• Authorized $2,196,908 contract with Nexus Family Healing for youth emergency shelter services (7-0)
• Approved $4,964,909 road resurfacing contract with McNamara Contracting for CP 42-149 (7-0)
• Scheduled public hearings for April 19, 2022, on FY 2022 Action Plan and HOME-ARP Allocation Plan (7-0)
• Authorized $1,346,602 in design contracts with KLJ and SEH for greenway projects (7-0)
• Approved $144,883.50 ballot printing contract with Graphic Design, Inc. for 2022 elections (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority is reviewing a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Apple Valley regarding bicycle and pedestrian improvements related to the METRO Red Line. Any actions taken by this committee will serve as recommendations to the County Board. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the January 4, 2022 meeting.

• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Apple Valley for bicycle and pedestrian improvements
• Approval of January 4, 2022 meeting minutes

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority approved a joint powers agreement with the City of Apple Valley for bicycle and pedestrian improvements related to the METRO Red Line. The agreement authorizes the Physical Development Director to execute the deal, with costs shared 85% Authority funds and 15% City funds. The consent agenda, including the minutes from January 4, 2022, was also approved as amended. No regular agenda items or other business were discussed.

• Approved joint powers agreement with City of Apple Valley for METRO Red Line bike/pedestrian improvements (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including January 4, 2022 minutes (7-0)
• Approved agenda with correction to Item 3.2 WHEREAS clause (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss Dakota County's participation in the Dakota Broadband Board. The agenda also includes authorization for a Joint Powers Agreement regarding Dakota 911 and approval of federal transportation grant applications.

• Discussion on Dakota County participation in Dakota Broadband Board
• Authorization to execute an amended Joint Powers Agreement for Dakota 911
• Approval of grant application submittals for federal transportation programs
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager

The committee directed staff to proceed with leaving the Dakota Broadband Board and develop next steps, though no formal action was taken on that item. It approved and recommended to the Board of Commissioners two resolutions: authorizing an amended joint powers agreement renaming the Dakota Communications Center to Dakota 911 with phased county funding up to 50% by 2024, and approving submittals for 2022 federal transportation grants (FAST and RAISE). Both resolutions passed unanimously (7-0).

• Directed staff to leave Dakota Broadband Board and develop next direction (no formal vote)
• Approved amended JPA establishing Dakota 911 with county fixed-cost share rising to 50% by 2024 (7-0)
• Approved 14 county-led and 7 city-led project submittals for federal FAST funding (7-0)
• Approved 2 county-led and 1 city-led project submittals for RAISE grant program (7-0)

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss research and recommendations regarding emergency shelters. Members will also receive an overview of the Pathways To Prosperity And Well-Being program. The agenda includes authorizations for several social services contracts and grant agreements.

• Emergency shelter research and recommendations update
• Pathways To Prosperity And Well-Being overview
• Youth shelter property purchase grant agreement
• Contract authorization with Nexus Family Healing
• Joint powers agreements with Goodhue County and Minnesota Prairie County Alliance

The Community Services Committee unanimously approved a consent agenda including a $2,196,908 contract with Nexus Family Healing for emergency youth shelter services, authorization for 2022 FTA certifications, and joint powers agreements with Goodhue County and Minnesota Prairie County Alliance for CIBS services. A $400,000 subrecipient grant agreement with Washington County for youth shelter property purchase was also approved. Two informational presentations were given with no action taken.

• Approved $2,196,908 contract with Nexus Family Healing for youth emergency shelter (unanimous)
• Authorized 2022 FTA Annual List of Certifications and Assurances (unanimous)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Goodhue County for CIBS services, $22,000 (unanimous)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Minnesota Prairie County Alliance for CIBS services, $22,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized $400,000 subrecipient grant agreement with Washington County for youth shelter property (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 8, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider several infrastructure and park projects, including agreements for greenway segments and trail stabilization. Members will also review the 2040 Corridor Management Plan for County State Aid Highway 42 and interior renovations for the Law Enforcement Center.

• Adoption of Dakota County 2040 Corridor Management Plan for CSAsH 42 in Apple Valley, Burnsville, and Rosemount
• Approval of schematic design for Law Enforcement Center interior renovations
• Authorization of project-wide budget for Mendota Youth Shelter
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Rosemount for Rosemount Greenway: Bella Vista Segment
• Joint Powers Agreement for Foxborough Park Sediment Reduction Project

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole meeting scheduled for March 15, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or decision.

Board of Commissioners

The Board will discuss the status of a regional behavioral health crisis services center and authorization to accept MN DHS bonding funds. The agenda also includes property acquisition discussions for a new youth shelter in Mendota Heights.

• Authorization to accept MN DHS bonding funds for the Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center project
• Engineering contract with Alliant Engineering, Incorporated for County Project 32-110 in Burnsville and Eagan
• Property acquisition discussion at 2031 Victoria Road South, Mendota Heights for a youth shelter facility
• Liquor permits for United Steel Workers, Local 662 and the All Saints Music Festival
• Design and construction contracts for 2022 Buildings Capital Improvement Projects

The board unanimously approved spending up to $850,000 to buy property at 2031 Victoria Road South in Mendota Heights from Living Well Disability Support Services for a new youth shelter, following a closed session on the counteroffer. The board also accepted up to $3,459,928 in state bonding funds for a regional behavioral health crisis center with Guild, and approved a 2% rate increase for Regions Hospital secure hospitalization services.

• Authorized up to $850,000 to acquire property for youth shelter in Mendota Heights (7-0)
• Accepted up to $3,459,928 in state bonding funds for behavioral health crisis center with Guild (7-0)
• Approved 2% rate increase exception for Regions Hospital secure hospitalization contract (7-0)
• Approved $258,480 engineering contract with Alliant Engineering for CSAH 32 improvements (7-0)
• Approved final plat for Rich Valley First Addition in Rosemount (7-0)
• Delegated authority to County Manager for 2022 building capital improvement contracts (7-0)
• Approved liquor permits for United Steelworkers Local 662 and All Saints Music Festival (7-0)
• Appointed Peter Mendez to Library Advisory Committee and Florence Brammer to Public Art Committee (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will review a report regarding budget amendments, contracts, and year-end projections for operations. The agenda also includes a legislative update and an update on inclusion, diversity, and equity training.

• Report on budget amendments, contracts, and year-end projections
• Legislative update from County Administration
• Update on Inclusion, Diversity And Equity training
• Approval of minutes from February 2022 meetings

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole met on March 8, 2022, and unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included approval of minutes from prior meetings. All other agenda items were informational only, with no action taken. The meeting adjourned at 11:46 a.m.

• Approved consent agenda unanimously (7-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 1, Feb 8, and Feb 22, 2022 meetings (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:46 a.m. (7-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several items including public health grants and infrastructure contracts. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19 operational impacts and face covering requirements.

• Adoption of County Energy Conservation and Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy
• Authorization of grant funds for Maternal, Infant, Early Childhood Home Visiting
• Contract for street lighting installation on Highway 32 in Eagan
• Agreement with Dakota Woodlands for pandemic-related shelter services
• Civil penalty for Woody’s Pump N Munch Inc. regarding liquor sale violations

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners voted 4-1 to rescind Resolution No. 21-406, which required the public to wear face coverings inside County facilities, effective March 1, 2022. The County Manager retains authority to implement mask requirements in specific areas like vaccination clinics, Juvenile Detention Center, and the County Jail, but will not require masks for all public without Board approval. The Board also approved a consent agenda with numerous resolutions, including accepting a $674,336 grant for home visiting services, authorizing a $120,000 contract with Dakota Woodlands for pandemic shelter services, and adopting an energy conservation and greenhouse gas reduction strategy.

• Rescinded face covering requirement for public in County facilities effective March 1, 2022 (Resolution 22-090, 4-1).
• Approved consent agenda including acceptance of $674,336 MIECHV grant for home visiting services (Resolution 22-063).
• Authorized $120,000 contract with Dakota Woodlands for pandemic shelter services (Resolution 22-064).
• Authorized joint powers agreement with ISD 917 for Back on Track program coordination (Resolution 22-065).
• Authorized up to $300,000 for Lake Marion Greenway Antlers Park Trailhead with City of Lakeville (Resolution 22-066).
• Approved security improvements for Lakeville License Center and updated security glass criteria (Resolution 22-067).
• Adopted County Energy Conservation and Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy (Resolution 22-068).
• Authorized $375,000 in ARP funds for low-income homeowner wastewater connections (Resolution 22-070).

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meeting scheduled for February 22, 2022, was canceled.

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the status of a project with Guild to design, construct, and equip a Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center. The committee will consider authorizing the acceptance of bonding funds from the Minnesota Department of Human Services and seeking additional funding from the MN Legislature and other sources. Actions taken by this committee serve as recommendations to the County Board.

• Project status update for Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center
• Authorization to accept MN Department of Human Services bonding funds for project with Guild
• Authorization to seek additional funding from the MN Legislature and other sources

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will review updates on juvenile services, child care programs, and public assistance. It will also consider authorizations for grant funds and contracts related to social services and pandemic response.

• MN Department of Health maternal, infant, and early childhood home visiting grant funds
• Contract with Dakota Woodlands for pandemic response shelter services
• Joint Powers Agreement with Intermediate School District 917
• Funding for a Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center
• Emergency Rental Assistance Program update

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss FY 2022 Community Development Block Grant requests and potential budget amendments using ARPA funds for wastewater connections. Members will also review security improvements for the Lakeville License Center and energy conservation strategies.

• FY 2022 Countywide Community Development Block Grant Allocation Request
• Security improvements at the Lakeville License Center
• Adoption of a County Energy Conservation and Greenhouse Gas Reduction Strategy
• Use of ARPA funds for low-income homeowner wastewater connections
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Lakeville for Lake Marion Greenway

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive a legislative update from County Administration. It will also discuss updates regarding American Rescue Plan reporting, rules, and upcoming board discussions.

• American Rescue Plan reporting and rules update
• County Administration legislative update
• County Manager's report

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole met on February 8, 2022, and took no substantive action. The agenda was approved unanimously, and members heard informational updates on legislative matters and American Rescue Plan reporting. County Manager Matt Smith announced that David McKnight has accepted the position of Director of Enterprise Finance and Information Services, starting at the end of March. The meeting adjourned without any votes on policy or spending items.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)
• Announced hiring of David McKnight as Director of Enterprise Finance and Information Services

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several contract amendments, including professional services for the Minnesota River Greenway Fort Snelling Segment. They will also review a license agreement for space at the SMART Center and approve final plats recommended by the Plat Commission.

• Contract amendment with SEH, Inc. for Minnesota River Greenway Fort Snelling Segment
• License agreement for Electronic Crimes Unit Task Force space at SMART Center
• Contract amendment with North Risk Partners for insurance brokerage services
• Contract amendment with GovernmentJobs.com, Inc. for Oracle Cloud Integration
• Approval of final plats recommended by the Plat Commission

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved several routine items, including contract amendments for software integration, insurance brokerage, and trail design, as well as a final plat and employee recognition resolutions. All votes were 6-0 except for one 5-1 vote on the SEH contract amendment.

• Approved agenda and minutes (6-0)
• Amended 2022 committee meeting schedule (6-0)
• Approved $16,035 contract amendment with NEOGOV for Oracle Cloud integration (6-0)
• Approved $205,500 contract amendment with North Risk Partners for insurance brokerage (6-0)
• Approved $31,500 contract amendment with SEH for Minnesota River Greenway trail work (5-1, Holberg dissenting)
• Approved license agreement with Electronic Crimes Unit Task Force for SMART Center space (6-0)
• Approved final plat Kayak Properties 1st Addition (6-0)
• Recognized employees and presented HEROES Awards (6-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will review a draft All-Hazard Mitigation Plan for public comment. The meeting also includes discussions on Dakota County participation in the Dakota Broadband Board and adoption of revisions to abatement policy.

• Authorization to submit draft All-Hazard Mitigation Plan for public comment
• Adoption of revisions to Policy No. 8751, Abatements
• Approval of 2022 work plans for Public Art and Library Advisory Committees
• Discussion on Dakota County participation in the Dakota Broadband Board

The committee approved three consent agenda items: authorizing submission of the draft All-Hazard Mitigation Plan to state and federal agencies with a 45-day public comment period, adopting revisions to Abatement Policy No. 8751, and approving 2022 work plans for the Public Art and Library Advisory Committees. All items were recommended for action by the full County Board on 2/22/2022. The committee also directed staff to complete a cost/benefit analysis of continuing participation in the Dakota Broadband Board.

• Approved Resolution 22-069 authorizing submission of draft All-Hazard Mitigation Plan to MNHSEM and FEMA with 45-day public comment period (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-071 adopting revisions to Abatement Policy No. 8751 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-072 approving Public Art and Library Advisory Committee 2022 work plans (6-0)
• Directed staff to complete cost/benefit analysis of Dakota Broadband Board participation

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to adopt 2022 priorities and review various county projects. Agenda items include transportation contracts, park maintenance, and COVID-19 vaccination incentive grants. The session also includes a closed executive session regarding legal strategy for an ongoing lawsuit.

• Adding 5.5 full-time employees for shelter management
• Negotiating land acquisition for South St. Paul Library Project
• Acquiring Regional Greenway Corridor from Magellan Pipeline Company L.P.
• Accepting MDH grant funds for COVID-19 vaccination incentives
• Awarding construction contracts for 2022 Transportation Capital Improvement Projects

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and regular agenda items, including the adoption of 2022 Board Priorities, authorization for numerous transportation capital improvement projects, and land acquisitions for greenway corridors. The board also authorized contracts for consulting services, accepted COVID-19 vaccination incentive grant funds, and approved budget amendments for shelter management and other programs. All votes were 6-0 with one excused.

• Adopted 2022 Board Priorities (6-0)
• Authorized 2022 transportation CIP projects and construction contracts (6-0)
• Approved design and land negotiation for South St. Paul Library project (6-0)
• Authorized up to $781,800 for North Creek Greenway land acquisition (6-0)
• Accepted up to $60,000 for COVID-19 vaccination incentive program (6-0)
• Added 5.5 FTEs for shelter management and amended 2022 Social Services budget (6-0)
• Authorized $381,381 contract with Bolton & Menk for road design in Eagan (6-0)
• Authorized $2,687,982 PACE assessment for Hastings Senior Living (6-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meeting scheduled for January 18, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were provided for this session.

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board will conduct a strategic planning workshop. The session includes reviewing changes in key indicators since the start of the pandemic and discussing implications for county policies and strategies.

• Review of changes in key indicators since the beginning of the pandemic
• Discussion regarding implications for county policies and strategies

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss land acquisition for the South St. Paul Library Project and authorize construction contracts for 2022 transportation projects. The agenda also includes park agreements and discussions on greenway financing.

• Land acquisition negotiations for South St. Paul Library Project
• Construction contracts for 2022 Transportation Capital Improvement Projects
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Burnsville for Lake Marion Greenway
• Acceptance of 2021 Metropolitan Council Equity Grant for parks
• Easement correction with Northern Natural Gas in Lebanon Hills Regional Park

The Physical Development Committee approved a joint powers agreement with Burnsville for the Lake Marion Greenway Kelleher Park Trailhead and storage, not to exceed $435,000 (6-1). It also approved proceeding with the River to River Greenway pilot public art project (7-0) and the South St. Paul Library design and land acquisition negotiations (7-0). A motion to accept a $160,000 Metropolitan Council Equity Grant for the Mississippi River Greenway failed (3-4).

• Approved joint powers agreement with Burnsville for Lake Marion Greenway trailhead and storage, up to $435,000 (6-1)
• Approved River to River Greenway pilot public art project (7-0)
• Approved South St. Paul Library design and authorized land transfer negotiations (7-0)
• Denied acceptance of 2021 Metropolitan Council Equity Grant for Mississippi River Greenway (3-4)
• Approved consent agenda including 2022 transportation CIP joint powers agreements and construction contract awards (7-0)
• Approved Northern Natural Gas pipeline easement correction in Lebanon Hills Regional Park (consent agenda)
• Approved agenda and prior meeting minutes (7-0)

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider authorizing a bonding project for a Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center. Members will also review updates on mental health crisis follow-up services and workforce programs. Additionally, the committee will address accepting COVID-19 vaccination incentive grant funds.

• Authorization for a Regional Behavioral Health Crisis Services Center bonding project
• Request for additional funding from the MN Legislature for the crisis center project
• Acceptance of MN Dept of Health grant funds for COVID-19 vaccination incentives
• Update on employment and workforce programs in Dakota County
• Update on mental health crisis follow-up services expansion plan

The committee unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included authorizing acceptance of up to $60,000 in federal ARP funds for COVID-19 vaccination incentive gift cards and amending the 2022 Public Health Budget accordingly. A proposed bonding project for a regional behavioral health crisis center was delayed for more information. Other items were informational only.

• Approved consent agenda including acceptance of up to $60,000 ARP COVID-19 vaccination incentive grant (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of up to $46,283.45 in incentive gift cards from MDH COVID-19 response grant (7-0)
• Authorized purchase of up to $60,000 in incentive gift cards from ARP COVID-19 vaccination incentive program (7-0)
• Amended 2022 Public Health Budget by $60,000 in expenses and revenue (7-0)
• Delayed vote on regional behavioral health crisis services center bonding project for additional information

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect the 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair and appoint members to several local boards. The meeting includes authorizations for transportation detours and infrastructure contracts. The board will also consider using ARPA funds for a greenway project.

• Election of 2022 County Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Roof replacement contract for Juvenile Services Center with Berwald Roofing Company, Inc.
• Use of ARPA funds for Thompson Oaks River To River Greenway Segment Project
• Medical services contract for jail and juvenile center inmates via Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc.
• MnDOT detour agreements for Trunk Highway 55 and Trunk Highway 3

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners unanimously elected Kathleen A. Gaylord as 2022 County Board Chair and Liz Workman as Vice-Chair. The board also approved the 2022 operating rules, legislative platform and priorities, and numerous appointments to boards and committees. Several contracts were authorized, including a $770,000 roof replacement and a five-year jail healthcare contract.

• Elected Kathleen A. Gaylord as 2022 County Board Chair (7-0)
• Elected Liz Workman as 2022 County Board Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 County Board Operating Rules and Guidelines (7-0)
• Adopted 2022 State Legislative Platform and Priorities (7-0)
• Approved contract amendments with Bolton & Menk for County Project 30-39 (7-0)
• Awarded $770,000 roof replacement contract to Berwald Roofing Company (7-0)
• Authorized $2.02M annual jail healthcare contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare (7-0)
• Approved Ducks Unlimited raffle permit at Gopher Hills Golf Course (7-0)

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority will meet to elect its 2022 Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting.

• Election of 2022 Regional Railroad Authority Chair
• Election of 2022 Regional Railroad Authority Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority held its annual organizational meeting and unanimously elected officers for 2022. Mary Hamann-Roland was elected Chair, Joe Atkins Vice-Chair, and Laurie Halverson Secretary-Treasurer, all by 7-0 votes. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the December 14, 2021 meeting. No substantive policy or project decisions were made.

• Elected Mary Hamann-Roland as 2022 Chair (7-0)
• Elected Joe Atkins as 2022 Vice-Chair (7-0)
• Elected Laurie Halverson as 2022 Secretary-Treasurer (7-0)
• Approved agenda with addition of Secretary-Treasurer election (7-0)
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2021 meeting (7-0)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss updates regarding the redistricting of County Board districts and 2022 board priorities. The meeting also includes an update on the Multi-County 2022 Residential Opinion Survey Project.

• Redistricting of County Board districts
• Discussion on 2022 Board Priorities
• Multi-County 2022 Residential Opinion Survey Project update
• Legislative update from County Administration