Dodge County public meetings in 2021

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will meet to approve the 2022 budget and a new pay scale. The board will also consider approving staff bonuses funded by the American Rescue Plan.

• Approval of 2022 Budget
• Approval of 2022 Pay Scale
• American Rescue Plan Bonus to Staff
• Approval of November 2021 Bills and Financials
• Review of 2022 Medicaid Rates

The board approved the 2022 budget, which includes a 3% pay scale increase for all employees and a projected 10% increase in private pay rates. They also approved disbursing an American Rescue Plan bonus to staff, and approved November bills and financials, noting a $105,000 loan from the county.

• Approved November bills totaling $130,107.81
• Approved November 2021 financials, including $105,000 county loan
• Approved 2022 budget with 3% pay increase and 10% private pay rate increase
• Approved American Rescue Plan bonus disbursement up to $59,676
• Approved personnel actions for November 2021
• Added Phase 4 Provider Relief Fund and ARP Application to agenda

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda. The session also includes reviews of previous committee and board meetings from December 14, 2021.

• Review of Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda dated 12/28/21

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive a project update regarding the Dodge County Wind Project. Mark Lennox, NextEra Energy Project Director, is scheduled to present the information.

• Dodge County Wind Project update presented by NextEra Energy

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners met in Committee of the Whole on December 28, 2021, and received an informational update from NextEra Energy on the Dodge County Wind Project. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken during the meeting. The update covered project details, timeline, transmission line routing, and safety concerns, with commissioners raising issues about road hazards, aerial spraying, and underground lines.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review facility upgrades for the Highway Department and a resolution for a Dodge Center Safe Routes to School grant. The meeting includes discussions on the 2022 budget, including a decision to reduce the Sheriff's budget and setting 2022 elected salaries.

• Highway Department Facility Upgrades and Addition
• Resolution of Support for Dodge Center Safe Routes to School Grant Application
• Decision to reduce Sheriff's Budget
• 2022 Elected Salaries and Per Diem Rate
• MnPrairie Lease for 2022

The Dodge County Board awarded the Highway Department facilities upgrades and addition contract to The Joseph Company for $4.181 million (base bids #1 and #2), with a 4-1 vote. The board also approved waiving penalty fees on 16 Dodge Center properties, sponsored the city's Safe Routes to School grant application, and authorized a 32-acre county park development with outside funding. Several resolutions were adopted, including a Re-Use Center grant application and 2022 elected official salaries.

• Awarded Highway Department facilities contract to The Joseph Company for $4,181,000 (4-1)
• Approved waiving penalty fees totaling $1,402.30 on 16 Dodge Center EDA properties (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution sponsoring Dodge Center Safe Routes to School grant application (unanimous)
• Authorized development of 32-acre Dodge County Park with outside funding (4-1)
• Adopted resolution to apply for Re-Use Center grant (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 elected salaries: Board $24,031, Chair $24,541, Attorney $56,022, Sheriff $109,771 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,250 septic system payment and $15,790 special assessment (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 law enforcement contracts with Claremont, Dodge Center, Hayfield, Mantorville (unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee will meet to review commissioner warrants and personnel matters. The committee is also requested to approve tobacco retailer licenses for 2022.

• Approval of 2022 Tobacco Retailer Licenses
• Review of Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda for 12/14/21

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss engineering matters. The primary agenda item is the final payment for three township bridge projects.

• Final payment for Township Bridge Project SAP 020-599-115
• Final payment for Township Bridge Project SAP 020-599-116
• Final payment for Township Bridge Project SAP 020-599-117

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole will meet to hear a proposal regarding the Dodge County Park. The presentation will be led by Project Manager Melissa DeVetter and Environmental Technician Jackson Miller.

• Proposal for Dodge County Park

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners heard a proposal from Environmental Services to develop a 32-acre public park on county-owned buffer land adjacent to the Transfer Station. No formal action was taken; the board discussed the proposal, with Commissioner Allen expressing opposition and others showing support. The Environmental Services Director said they would present the compliance process at a January meeting.

• No formal decisions made; proposal for 32-acre park discussed
• Environmental Services to present Transfer Station compliance process in January

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2022 certified budget resolution and hold a Truth in Taxation presentation. The meeting includes reviews of road contracts, grant funding, and appointments to county boards.

• 2022 Certified Budget Resolution
• CSAH 3 resurfacing and CSAH 9 bridge design contracts with Stonebrooke Engineering
• 2022 Tobacco Retailer Licenses approval
• Opioid Settlement Agreement
• Appointments for Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, and Feedlot Advisory Board

The board certified the 2022 budget totaling $36,610,228 with a final net tax levy of $15,838,612, a 3.2% increase from 2021. They also approved contracts for road and bridge design, reappointed several board members, and authorized grant applications for voting equipment and a reuse center.

• Approved 2022 budget with 3.2% levy increase (unanimous)
• Approved Stonebrooke Engineering contracts for CSAH 3 and CSAH 9 bridge design (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including step increases and new hires (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to apply for Voting Equipment Grant (unanimous)
• Approved revised MOU with Dodge County Historical Society (unanimous)
• Reappointed Joshua Toquam to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Reappointed Beth Davis and Chad Knudson to Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved grant applications for Re-Use Center (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider an amendment to a conditional use permit for a solar energy farm and a proposed zoning amendment. The body will also review minutes from the November 3, 2021, meeting.

• CUP #19-09: Amendment to a condition for a 1 MW Solar Energy Farm on 14 acres in Mantorville Township
• ZA #21-14: Proposed zoning amendments to Section 16.46.2 and 16.46.3
• Review of November 3, 2021, meeting minutes

The Dodge County Planning Commission voted unanimously to table a proposed amendment to Conditional Use Permit 19-09 for the Novel Debra Solar farm, after a public hearing where neighbors disputed stray voltage testing. The commission also tabled Zoning Amendment 21-14, which would modify solar regulations, because members had not received the proposed language. Both items are scheduled for the next meeting on February 2, 2022. The commission also approved the meeting agenda and minutes from November 3, 2021.

• Approved the November 3, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously.
• Approved the public hearing notice for the December 1, 2021 meeting unanimously.
• Closed the public hearing for CUP #19-09 (Novel Debra Solar) unanimously.
• Tabled CUP #19-09 amendment to condition #9 unanimously, with next meeting set for 2/2/2022.
• Closed the public hearing for Zoning Amendment 21-14 unanimously.
• Tabled Zoning Amendment 21-14 unanimously, with next meeting set for 2/2/2022.
• Noted there will be no January 2022 Planning Commission meeting.

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will meet to review October 2021 financials and personnel changes. Members will discuss the 2022 budget and conduct an administrator evaluation. The meeting also includes updates on Covid-19 and relief fund applications.

• Discussion of 2022 Budget
• Approval of October 2021 bills and financials
• Approval of October 2021 personnel changes
• Administrator evaluation
• Acceptance of donations for Memorial and Social Hour funds

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee is meeting to review commissioner warrants and personnel agenda items. The committee will also discuss a standard liquor license with Sunday sale.

• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda
• Standard Liquor License with Sunday Sale

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will receive a semi-annual report from the South Country Health Alliance (SCHA). The body is considering a resolution to approve amendments to the 2013 Joint Powers Agreement and review Q3 2021 financials.

• Proposed amendment to the South Country Health Alliance Joint Powers Agreement
• Review of Q3 2021 financials showing a net income of $3,322,648
• Semi-annual report presentation by SCHA CEO Leota Lind

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2022 budget and salary considerations for elected officials. The agenda includes several administrative approvals and reports from county departments and health alliances.

• 2022 Budget Discussion
• 2022 Elected Official Salary Consideration
• Final Levy Resolution for SEMMCHRA - 2022
• Authorization to purchase a Skid Loader
• Non-Union Payscale effective 12/1/2021

The Board unanimously approved the final 2022 special benefit tax levy for SEMMCHRA in the amount of $51,174, which will cost the owner of a $220,000 home about $3.17. They also approved a 30-day compliance plan for the Hayfield Dollar General's septic system, a hauler license for LRS, and the purchase of a Bobcat skid loader for $65,303.98. The Board tabled the South Country Health Alliance Joint Powers Board Agreement until all commissioners are present, and approved paying off the Fair Board's Home Federal loan ($97,659.69) and forgiving the county's loan to the Fair Board ($148,195.34).

• Approved final SEMMCHRA levy of $51,174 for 2022 (Resolution #2021-51)
• Approved Option 2 for Hayfield Dollar General septic compliance, with conditions to be met within 30 days
• Granted LRS a solid waste hauler license from Oct 23, 2021 to Feb 15, 2022 (Resolution #2021-52)
• Tabled South Country Health Alliance Joint Powers Board Agreement until all commissioners present
• Authorized purchase of Bobcat T770 T4 skid loader from Tri-State Bobcat for $65,303.98
• Approved personnel actions including hires, step increases, and status changes
• Approved amended MOA for Ryer Anderson and new MOA for Jeff Espinosa
• Approved non-union payscale with 2% COLA and $15 minimum, effective Dec 1, 2021

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review the minutes from the October 26 Board of Commissioners meeting. The body will also discuss commissioner warrants and the personnel agenda for November 9, 2021.

• Review of October 26, 2021, Board of Commissioners meeting
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda for November 9, 2021

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will discuss a comprehensive watershed management plan and fiscal recovery funds for the transfer station. The meeting also includes reviews of land records preservation and a zoning item for IUP #21-08 Anderson.

• Resolution to adopt the Greater Zumbro Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan
• Transfer Station Fiscal Recovery Funds and credit card service fees
• Basic Sales Price for Parcel 17.100.0990
• 3-year MOU agreement with University of MN Extension
• Zoning item IUP #21-08 Anderson

The Dodge County Board approved spending up to $90,000 for digital preservation of land records using US Imaging Inc., and authorized the Director of Land Records to sign the agreement. The board also approved a $169,740 use of Fiscal Recovery Funds for Transfer Station infrastructure upgrades (3-1), set the basic sales price for a forfeited parcel at $1.00, and approved the 2022-2024 University of Minnesota Extension agreement. A proposed Memorandum of Agreement for Captain Anderson was tabled pending review of the Sheriff's agreement.

• Approved $90,000 digital preservation contract with US Imaging (unanimous)
• Approved $169,740 Transfer Station wastewater upgrades using Fiscal Recovery Funds (3-1)
• Set basic sales price for parcel 17.100.0990 at $1.00 and authorized county purchase (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year University of Minnesota Extension MOA (unanimous)
• Approved ECPN rate of $14.00/day for Fairview Care Center (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 assessment agreements totaling $135,802 (unanimous)
• Tabled Captain Anderson MOA pending review of Sheriff's agreement (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $249,126.39 (unanimous)

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss a single item regarding telecommuting. Environmental Services Director Lauren Cornelius is scheduled to present on the matter.

• Telecommuting consideration presented by Environmental Services Director Lauren Cornelius

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission reviewed an Interim Use Permit for a dwelling on approximately 28.57 acres in Milton Township. They also held a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit to establish an Agritourism Business event center in Ashland Township.

• IUP #21-07 Anderson: Recommended approval for a dwelling on ~28.57 acres in Milton Township
• CUP #21-05 Hasley: Discussion of an Agritourism Business event center in Ashland Township

The Dodge County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of Interim Use Permit #21-08 for Jay Anderson to operate a Limited Rural Business (small engine repair) on about 3 acres in Hayfield Township. The recommendation includes 9 conditions from staff's findings. The matter will go to the County Board on November 9, 2021. The commission also approved the October 6 meeting minutes and the public hearing notice.

• Approved October 6, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing notice for November 3, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Interim Use Permit #21-08 for Jay Anderson's small engine repair business with 9 conditions (unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will review personnel changes, bills, and financial reports from September 2021. Members will also discuss a request for approval regarding PTO and healthcare worker leave.

• Approval of September 2021 personnel changes
• Approval of September 2021 bills and financials
• Request for approval of PTO and Healthcare Worker Leave
• Update on COVID-19
• Information on Phase 4 Provider Relief Fund and ARP Application

The Fairview Care Center Board approved allowing 6-7 employees to carry over PTO hours exceeding 480 into 2022 and extended Emergency Healthcare Worker leave through Q1 2022. They also approved September bills of $127,805.16 and the September financials. COVID-19 updates were discussed, including continued testing and a planned booster clinic.

• Approved PTO carryover over 480 hours and Emergency Healthcare Worker leave extension through Q1 2022
• Approved September bills totaling $127,805.16
• Approved September 2021 financials
• Approved agenda as amended with ECPN request as informational item
• Approved minutes of September 28, 2021
• Approved September personnel actions as corrected

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee is meeting to review personnel matters and financial warrants. The committee will also discuss the advertisement for bids regarding renovations and additions to the Highway Department.

• Advertisement for bid for Highway Dept renovations/additions
• Personnel Agenda 10/26/21
• Commissioner Warrants

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will review a bid advertisement for Highway Department renovations and additions. The meeting includes updates on county water quality and sheriff's office staffing.

• Advertisement for bid for Highway Dept renovations/additions
• Dodge County Water Quality Update
• Sheriff's office resignation and back filling
• Personnel Agenda 10/26/21
• Deferred business: Enrolling Part-Time Law Enforcement Officers into Police & Fire PERA

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners approved advertising for bids for the Highway Department renovations/additions project, with a bid opening scheduled for December 14, 2021. The board also approved the consent agenda, bills totaling $317,200.79, and several personnel actions, including the promotion of Ryer Anderson to Chief Deputy. A water quality update was presented, and the board discussed the Sheriff's Office plan to backfill positions following Chief Deputy Leonhardt's retirement.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $317,200.79 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including step increases and status changes (unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for bids for Highway Department renovations/additions with bid opening Dec 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:44 p.m. (unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review minutes from September 28 meetings and discuss commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes a personnel review.

• Review of September 28 Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda dated 10/12/21

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss the 2022 Toward Zero Deaths Grant with Sergeant Scott Prins.

• 2022 Toward Zero Deaths Grant

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to receive a presentation from MnDOT Principal Planner Kurt Wayne. The discussion focuses on the MnDOT District 6 10-Year Plan.

• MnDOT District 6 10-Year Plan presentation

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners met in Committee of the Whole and received a presentation from MnDOT Principal Planner Kurt Wayne on the draft District 6 10-year Capital Highway Investment Plan (CHIP). No formal decisions were made; the board discussed funding gaps, project updates, and asked questions about specific items like traffic management systems. The meeting was informational only and adjourned without voting on any action.

• Received MnDOT District 6 10-year Capital Highway Investment Plan presentation (no vote)
• Discussed funding gap for road improvements (no action)
• Asked MnDOT for cost information on Highway 14 traffic management system (no action)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will consider a joint agreement with the City of Kasson regarding land conveyance and easements. The board will also discuss the 911 Dispatch Center and review several zoning and conditional use permits.

• Joint agreement with City of Kasson for land conveyance and easements for 16th Street NW, North Service Street, a water tower, and a shared use path
• Contracts with Stonebrooke Engineering for CSAH 24 (River Road) and Ashland Bridge
• Zoning and Conditional Use Permits: IUP #21-07 Olson, CUP #21-05 Hasley, CUP #21-06 Wilcox, ZA #21-12, and ZA #21-13
• Vacating existing right of way on C.S.A.H. 7 and C.S.A.H. 24
• 2022 vehicle order for the Sheriff's office

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners approved a $352,359.71 bill payment, authorized engineering contracts for CSAH 24 and bridge replacement, and approved a winter maintenance agreement with MnDOT. The board also approved several zoning permits and amendments, including a new Enhanced Groundwater Sensitivity Area (EGSA) section, and set the 2022 solid waste market price at $67/ton. A pay scale adjustment for dispatchers was approved, and the board authorized the Sheriff to order four Chevy Tahoes in spring 2022.

• Approved bills totaling $352,359.71 (unanimous)
• Authorized Stonebrooke Engineering contracts for CSAH 24 design ($215,900) and bridge L6475 inspection ($75,520) (unanimous)
• Approved MnDOT winter maintenance agreement for old TH 14 ($64,099) (unanimous)
• Approved joint agreement with City of Kasson for land/easement conveyance (unanimous)
• Approved IUP #21-07 Olson, CUP #21-05 Hasley, CUP #21-06 Wilcox (all unanimous)
• Adopted ZA #21-12 EGSA Section 17.33 (4-1)
• Adopted ZA #21-13 Nuisance Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved band and grade changes (3-2)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Planning Commission will meet to discuss three conditional and interim use permits. The body will also consider two zoning amendments regarding nuisance and specific section exhibits.

• IUP #21-07 Olson
• CUP #21-05 Hasley
• CUP #21-06 Wilcox
• ZA #21-12 Sec. 17.33 & Exhibit D
• ZA #21-13 Nuisance

The Dodge County Planning Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended approval of an Interim Use Permit for a dwelling in Milton Township, two Conditional Use Permits for agritourism businesses in Ashland and Wasioja Townships, and two zoning amendments. All recommendations will go to the County Board on October 12, 2021. The commission also accepted minutes and public hearing notices.

• Recommended approval of IUP #21-07 Olson for a dwelling on 28.57 acres in Milton Township (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CUP #21-05 Hasley for an agritourism event center in Ashland Township (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CUP #21-06 Wilcox for an agritourism sales/education/event center in Wasioja Township (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA #21-12 Enhanced Groundwater Sensitivity Area Overlay District with amendments (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA #21-13 Stand Alone Nuisance Ordinance (unanimous)
• Accepted minutes from Aug 4, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will review August 2021 minutes, personnel changes, and financial reports. The meeting includes a presentation of the 2020 audit and a request to add Basic Care Aide to the payscale.

• Approval of August 2021 Personnel Changes
• Approval of August 2021 Bills and Financials
• Request to add Basic Care Aide to Payscale
• 2020 Audit Presentation by Dale Siegfried, CliftonLarsonAllen

The Fairview Care Center Board approved the addition of a Basic Care Aide to the pay scale, a position allowed under a federal and state waiver that permits non-certified staff to provide personal care. The board also approved August bills totaling $132,877.70, August financials, and personnel actions. The 2020 audit was presented, showing an unmodified opinion with three material weaknesses.

• Approved agenda as submitted
• Approved minutes of August 24, 2021
• Approved August personnel actions
• Approved August bills in the amount of $132,877.70
• Approved August 2021 financials
• Approved addition of Basic Care Aide to pay scale

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review past meetings from the Board of Commissioners and a Committee of the Whole. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda.

• Review of Sep 14, 2021, Committee of the Whole meeting
• Review of Sep 14, 2021, Board of Commissioners regular meeting
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive updates on the design and budget for the Highway Department shop. The presentation will be led by CBS Squared and the Facilities & Fleet Manager.

• Highway Department Shop Design & Budget Update

The Board discussed the Highway Department shop remodel and budget, with an updated cost estimate of about $4.06 million. They reached a consensus to move forward with bidding the project out in November, with bids to be opened in December. No formal vote was taken; the decision was a consensus to proceed with the bidding process.

• Consensus to bid Highway Department remodel project in November 2021
• Bids to be opened December 15, 2021
• Discussed possible rebid in January if needed
• Fueling station inclusion debated; no final decision made

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to certify the 2022 preliminary budget and discuss several administrative contracts. The agenda includes a presentation on redistricting and a review of bond sales.

• 2022 Preliminary Budget Certification
• Sale of 2021A General Obligation Capital Improvement Refunding Bond
• New Case Management Software System Contract
• Bids for conversion of Ice Arena Chiller
• Quit Claim Deed to DC Sportsman Club

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to issue $5,743,000 in General Obligation Capital Improvement Plan Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A, to refund the county's 2014A bonds, saving $408,084. The board also adopted the 2022 preliminary budget of $39,678,798 and certified a preliminary tax levy of $15,912,182, a 4.0% increase over 2021. Additionally, the board approved the Insurance Committee's recommendation for 2022, including no increase in county contributions, a switch to Medica, and new Telemedicine and Vision Materials programs. The board also approved a $36,489.36 contract for converting the ice arena chiller, with the county paying half.

• Approved $5,743,000 GO CIP Refunding Bonds, Series 2021A (unanimous)
• Adopted 2022 preliminary budget of $39,678,798 and certified tax levy of $15,912,182 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 insurance plan with no contribution increase, Medica switch, Telemedicine and Vision Materials (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including step increases, separations, and vacancy postings (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Dodge County Historical Society for Phase 2 grant (unanimous)
• Approved quit claim deed transfer to Dodge Center Sportsman Club for $1,100 (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $251,143.75 (unanimous)
• Approved $36,489.36 ice arena chiller conversion with Decklever Mechanical (4-1)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee will meet to review commissioner warrants and personnel matters. The committee will also discuss an operational enhancement grant for the FY 2022 County Veteran Service Office.

• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda 09/14/2021
• FY 2022 County Veteran Service Office Operational Enhancement Grant

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to hold a 2022 budget discussion. Presentations will be provided by the County Administrator, Information Technology Director, Public Health Director, and Facilities & Fleet Manager.

• 2022 Budget Discussion

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners held a Committee of the Whole meeting to discuss the fourth rendition of the 2022 budget, which reflects a 4.9% increase. Department heads for IT, Public Health, and Building Maintenance presented their budget requests, including proposals for a new IT support position, laptop conversions, and a SharePoint upgrade. No formal decisions were made; the preliminary budget is scheduled to be set at the next Board meeting on September 28, 2021.

• No formal decisions made; budget discussion only
• Preliminary 2022 budget to be set at September 28 Board meeting
• IT Director proposed adding a full-time IT support specialist position
• IT proposed moving 5-10 employees to laptops annually starting 2022
• IT proposed $45,000 SharePoint upgrade with $10,000 annual maintenance
• Public Health proposed $30,000 infrastructure grant estimate and mobile medical van purchase
• Building Maintenance discussed consolidating building maintenance funds into their budget
• Commissioners Allen and Peterson expressed desire to lower preliminary levy below 4.9%

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review the 2021/2022 bond issuance and ARPA revenue loss calculations. The meeting includes discussions on the 911 Dispatch Center, a wind project update, and a potential land sale to the DC Gun Club.

• Sale of Parcel 17.100.2300 to DC Gun Club
• 2021/2022 Bond Issuance
• ZA #21-09 Urban Expansion District
• Resolution for Minnesota Housing Finance Agency Family Homeless Prevention & Assistance Program
• Wasioja Bonding Request Resolution

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the sale of parcel 17.100.2300 to the Dodge Center Gun Club for $1,100, with all closing costs borne by the club. The board also approved several resolutions, including extending the local water plan deadline, supporting Wasioja bonding requests, adopting the Mantorville Future City Boundary Map, and authorizing the chair to sign off on Byron Solar staff comments. Personnel actions were approved, with six band and grade increases pulled for further review.

• Approved sale of parcel 17.100.2300 to Dodge Center Gun Club for $1,100 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution #2021-36 extending local water plan to June 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution #2021-37 supporting Wasioja Seminary Ruins stabilization and Civil War Recruiting Station land acquisition (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution #2021-38 adopting City of Mantorville Future City Boundary Map (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution #2021-39 authorizing Southern Minnesota Housing Network to administer FHPAP funds (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution #2021-40 accepting MDVA grant and authorizing CVSO to execute contract (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions, pulling six band and grade increases for justification review (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $468,880.89 (unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will review personnel changes and financial reports from July 2021. The meeting includes requests for approval of a hiring bonus policy and an employee recruitment policy.

• Approval of July 2021 Personnel Changes
• Approval of July 2021 Bills and Financials
• Hiring Bonus Policy request for approval
• Employee Recruitment Policy request for approval
• Informational item regarding CNA Program Training Agreement with Southeast Service Cooperative

The Fairview Care Center Board approved expanding the hiring bonus policy to include CNAs and TMAs, with a $2,000 bonus for full-time employees ($500 after 3 months, $1,500 after 6 months, prorated for part-time). The board also approved amending the employee recruitment bonus policy to cover all positions. Additionally, the board approved July bills of $121,776.74 and July financials, and discussed COVID-19 updates, including a 12.7% county positivity rate and a federal vaccine mandate for nursing home staff.

• Approved the agenda as submitted.
• Approved the minutes of July 27, 2021.
• Approved July personnel actions.
• Approved July bills totaling $121,776.74.
• Approved July 2021 financials.
• Approved including CNAs and TMAs in the Hiring Bonus Policy with a $2,000 full-time bonus ($500 after 3 months, $1,500 after 6 months), prorated for part-time.
• Approved amending the Employee Recruitment Bonus policy to include any position.
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:48 PM.

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review previous meetings from the Board of Commissioners and a Committee of the Whole. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda.

• Review of Aug 10, 2021, Committee of the Whole meeting
• Review of Aug 10, 2021, Board of Commissioners regular meeting
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda discussion

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the Soil & Water Conservation District budget and a levy request from SEMMCHRA. The meeting includes a zoning review for an Urban Expansion District and a closed session regarding a specific land parcel.

• SEMMCHRA Levy Request
• SWCD Budget Presentation
• ZA #21-09 Urban Expansion District
• Labor Agreement SWCD for Feedlots
• Closed session to discuss Parcel 17.100.0830

The board approved a $51,174 preliminary special benefit tax levy for the Southeastern Minnesota Multi-County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (SEMMCHRA) for fiscal year 2022, with Commissioner Allen dissenting. The board also adopted zoning amendments for urban expansion districts, excluding the City of Mantorville's map, and approved a labor agreement with the Soil and Water Conservation District for feedlot services.

• Approved SEMMCHRA 2022 levy of $51,174 (4-1)
• Adopted urban expansion district zoning amendments, excluding Mantorville (unanimous)
• Approved labor agreement with SWCD for feedlot services, effective Jan 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including new Court Officer position and step increase (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $155,618.75 (unanimous)
• Closed session to discuss attorney-client privilege on Parcel 17.100.0830 (unanimous)

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee is meeting to review a report from Public Health Director Amy Caron. The primary item for discussion is the Community Health Worker position.

• Community Health Worker position

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee is meeting to review a report from County Engineer Guy Kohlnhofer. The committee will consider awarding contract SAP 020-599-118.

• Award of SAP 020-599-118

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to hold a discussion regarding the 2022 budget. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda.

• 2022 Budget Discussion

The Sheriff's Office presented a preliminary 2022 budget with no major capital projects, focusing on fleet maintenance and equipment replacements. The board discussed the budget's impact on the net levy (a 3.5% increase) and asked the Sheriff to look for cuts, with commissioners expressing preferences for a levy increase of 4% or less. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational.

• No formal votes taken; budget discussion only
• Board requested Sheriff to review budget for potential cuts
• Commissioners indicated preferred levy increase targets (4% or under, 3-4%, 4%)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review commissioner warrants and personnel agenda items. The session includes reviews of previous Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings.

• Review of Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss one item. The committee will hear from Environmental Services Director Lauren Cornelius regarding a cell phone authorization for Jackson Miller.

• Cell phone authorization for Jackson Miller

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review several administrative updates and land-use requests. Discussion items include zoning amendments, road right-of-way vacations, and CDC masking recommendations for county offices.

• Vacate existing right of way on C.S.A.H. 7 and C.S.A.H. 24
• CUP #07-07 Ryzebol amendment
• ZA #21-11 Chapter 16
• Third Judicial District Cooperative Agreement (FY2022)
• SRO Contracts for 2021-22

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted amendments to Chapter 16 (Performance Standard) addressing visual buffer requirements for solar farms and HECRAS modeling for mining in floodplains. The board also approved several other items including a conditional use permit amendment for Ryzebol Dairy, a septic system replacement, and termination of an MOU with the Soil and Water Conservation District. No votes were taken on the CDC masking recommendation, with the board agreeing to strongly recommend but not require masks in county offices.

• Adopted Chapter 16 (Performance Standard) amendments for solar farm buffers and mining floodplain modeling (unanimous)
• Approved CUP #07-07 Ryzebol amendment to combine and increase liquid manure storage areas (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Ponds and More LLC for septic system installation at $16,700 from General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved termination of MOU with Dodge County Soil and Water Conservation District effective Jan 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $330,297.69 across five funds (unanimous)
• Approved FY22 Treatment Court Cooperative Agreement with State of Minnesota (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 School Resource Officer contracts with Triton and Hayfield districts (unanimous)
• Accepted $560.04 tire donation from Dodge County Corn & Soybean Growers Association (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the 2022 budget with County Engineer Guy Kohlnhofer. The meeting also includes a scheduled discussion with Environmental Services Director Lauren Cornelius.

• 2022 Budget Discussion

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners met in Committee of the Whole to review proposed 2022 budgets from the County Engineer and Environmental Services Director. No formal decisions were made; the board discussed levy impacts and potential reductions before the September 20, 2021 deadline. The meeting was informational and adjourned without voting.

• No formal decisions made; budgets presented for discussion only

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a zoning amendment to Chapter 16 and a conditional use permit amendment for Ryzebol. The meeting includes a public hearing notice for the scheduled items.

• ZA #21-11 Chapter 16 zoning amendment
• CUP #07-07 Ryzebol amendment

The Dodge County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of an amendment to Conditional Use Permit 07-07 for Ryzebol Dairy to combine and expand two liquid manure storage areas, adding a condition to update the feedlot registration to 2,200 dairy cows. The commission also unanimously recommended approval of Zoning Amendment 21-11 to Chapter 16, which updates performance standards, including adding a 50-foot setback from right-of-ways as suggested by the county engineer. Both items will go to the County Board on August 10, 2021.

• Recommended approval of CUP 07-07 amendment for Ryzebol Dairy manure storage expansion (unanimous)
• Added condition 5: update feedlot registration 039-03268 from 1,994 to 2,200 dairy cows
• Recommended approval of Zoning Amendment 21-11 to Chapter 16 (unanimous)
• Added Guy Kohlnhofer's comment on 50-foot setback from right-of-ways to zoning amendment
• Approved minutes of July 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing notice for August 4, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will receive an update on the MPCA SSTS Low Income Grant. Additionally, the Dodge County Historical Society President will provide a presentation to the Board.

• MPCA SSTS Low Income Grant update
• Dodge County Historical Society presentation

The Committee of the Whole heard updates on the MPCA SSTS Low Income grant program and a presentation from the Dodge County Historical Society. Environmental Services plans to increase the maximum grant for qualifying septic systems from $8,000 to $10,000 and streamline the payment approval process. The Historical Society requested a $23,000 annual operating allocation from the county to hire a director; the board took the request under advisement. No formal votes were taken.

• Planned increase of septic system grant cap from $8,000 to $10,000
• Streamlined grant payment process to require only one board approval instead of two
• Historical Society's $23,000 annual allocation request taken under advisement

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will meet to approve June 2021 personnel changes, bills, and financial reports. The body will also conduct a 6-month budget review and discuss the American Recovery Plan.

• 6 Month Budget Review
• American Recovery Plan discussion
• Approval of June 2021 Personnel Changes
• Approval of June 2021 Bills
• COVID-19 Update

The board approved June bills totaling $134,988.55 and the June 2021 financials. Personnel actions for June were also approved. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included updates on COVID-19 vaccination rates, visitation, and the American Recovery Plan revenue loss calculation.

• Approved June bills of $134,988.55
• Approved June 2021 financials
• Approved June personnel actions

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Works Committee will discuss the South Annex Entry renovation and asphalt sealcoating. The committee will also review the final payment for 2020 bituminous projects.

• South Annex Entry Renovation
• Asphalt Sealcoat
• Final Payment for 2020 Bituminous Projects

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review commissioner warrants and personnel matters. The agenda also includes reviews of previous committee and board meetings from July 13.

• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2022 budget and a proposal for the Questica Budget SAAS. The meeting includes reviews of agency appropriations, a telecommuting policy, and zoning matters.

• ZA #21-09 Urban Expansion District
• Questica Budget SAAS Proposal
• 2021 Agency Appropriations
• BCA and County Agreement
• South Annex Entry Renovation

The Dodge County Board approved a five-year contract with Questica for budget software, costing $24,265 for the first year and $14,625 annually thereafter. The board also tabled a zoning amendment for the Urban Expansion District for two weeks to allow commissioners to discuss boundary maps with city officials. Additionally, the board approved personnel actions, a telecommuting policy, agency appropriations, and contracts for the South Annex entry renovation and asphalt sealcoating.

• Approved Questica budget software contract (unanimous)
• Tabled ZA #21-09 Urban Expansion District for two weeks (4-1)
• Approved telecommuting policy without 24-hour notice requirement (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including engineering staff reorganization (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 agency appropriations totaling $218,000 (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $172,366.44 (unanimous)
• Awarded South Annex entry renovation to Benike Construction for $101,238 (unanimous)
• Awarded asphalt sealcoat project to Jet Black for $12,951.43 plus striping (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the DCSO Part-Time Patrol Deputy Program. The session is scheduled for July 13, 2021.

• DCSO Part-Time Patrol Deputy Program

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners met in Committee of the Whole to discuss the Sheriff's Office's part-time deputy program. Sheriff Rose reported high turnover and rising costs, noting that 11 part-time deputies were hired since 2016, with nine leaving, and that the county has become a training ground for other agencies. The board discussed potential solutions, including adding full-time deputy positions, implementing power shifts, and revisiting PERA benefits for part-time staff, but no formal decisions were made.

• No formal decisions made; discussion only on part-time deputy program
• Sheriff to provide cost figures on adding two full-time deputy positions
• Board open to revisiting PERA for part-time staff pending budget numbers

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a Capital Improvement Program amendment. The meeting includes discussions on zoning requests, a new drone program, and a telecommuting policy.

• Dodge CIP Amendment Public Hearing
• ZA #21-09 Urban Expansion District and ZA #21-10 Wanous Rezone
• DCSO Drone Program
• Kasson Car Wash Use of Right of Way discussion
• Approval of 2021 Tobacco Retailer Licenses

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution giving preliminary approval for the issuance of up to $13,000,000 in general obligation bonds ($6,650,000 for Capital Improvement Plan bonds and $6,350,000 for Transportation Sales Tax bonds) and adopted the Capital Improvement Plan Amendment 2021-2025. The board also approved a 3-2 motion to implement a Drone Program for the Sheriff's Office. Several other items were approved, including the consent agenda, bills totaling $659,417.10, a phone system conversion, and a license agreement extension.

• Approved Resolution #2021-27, giving preliminary approval for up to $13,000,000 in general obligation bonds and adopting the Capital Improvement Plan Amendment 2021-2025.
• Approved the consent agenda, including meeting minutes, 2021 Tobacco Retailer Licenses, and the Dodge County Fair Fireworks Display.
• Approved bills totaling $659,417.10 from various funds.
• Approved converting the phone system to SIP at a cost of approximately $10,850.00.
• Approved extending the existing License Agreement with Dean Blowers for the Kasson Car Wash, with notice that a trail may require removal of the vacuum station.
• Approved a proclamation for National Pre-Trial, Probation & Parole Supervision Week (July 18-24, 2021).
• Approved implementing a Drone Program for the Dodge County Sheriff's Office (3-2 vote).
• Approved the personnel agenda, including hiring an Assistant County Attorney and other staff changes.

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee is meeting to review commissioner warrants and personnel matters. The committee will also discuss the Dodge County Fair fireworks display.

• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda
• Dodge County Fair Fireworks Display

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee is meeting to consider requests regarding retailer licensing and donations. The meeting is led by Public Health Director Amy Caron.

• Approval of 2021 Tobacco Retailer Licenses
• Approval of Public Health Donations

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss zoning amendments and conditional use permits. The meeting includes a public hearing and reviews of specific rezoning requests.

• ZA #21-09 Urban Expansion District
• ZA #21-10 Wanous Rezone
• Discussion of Conditional Use Permits (CUP/IUP)

The Dodge County Planning Commission recommended approval of Zoning Amendment 21-09, which updates the Urban Expansion District maps and rules, affecting agricultural parcels near city growth areas. It also unanimously recommended approval of ZA 21-10 to rezone a commercial parcel to agricultural in Westfield Township. Both recommendations go to the County Board on July 13, 2021. The commission also discussed stray voltage from solar arrays but took no action.

• Recommended approval of Zoning Amendment 21-09 (Urban Expansion District) (5-2)
• Recommended approval of ZA 21-10 (Wanous Rezone, Commercial to Agricultural) (unanimous)
• Approved July 7 agenda and June 2 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 8:19 PM (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Adjustments will meet to conduct regular business. The primary item for consideration is a variance request.

• Variance V# 21-03 Fischenich

The Dodge County Board of Adjustments unanimously approved variance V#21-03 for Paul and Karla Fischenich, allowing a septic system absorption area closer to their dwelling than normally permitted under Minnesota Rules Chapter 7080. The approval includes conditions recommended by the county's SSTS Program Manager, such as placing the soil dispersal area at least 10 feet from the dwelling, guttering the dwelling, and using flow equalization. The board also unanimously accepted the minutes from the March 11, 2021 meeting.

• Approved variance V#21-03 for the Fischenich property, waiving the minimum setback for the septic absorption area.
• Attached conditions to the variance: soil dispersal area at least 10 feet from the dwelling, guttering with downspouts directed away, and flow equalization via time dose.
• Accepted the minutes of the March 11, 2021 regular meeting unanimously.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:09 am.

Board of Appeal and Equalization - Regular Meeting

The Board of Appeal and Equalization will meet to receive an annual update from the Director of Land Records. This is the primary substantive item on the agenda.

• Assessor's Annual Update to the Board provided by Ryan DeCook, Director of Land Records

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners convened as the County Board of Appeal and Equalization on June 22, 2021. They approved the agenda as presented and received the Assessor's Annual Report from Director of Land Records Ryan DeCook. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m. No substantive decisions were made beyond the agenda approval and adjournment.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 p.m. (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss whether to set a timeline for the construction of dwellings after footings are installed. The body will also consider the lack of time limits for repairing or replacing dilapidated buildings that may pose health and safety threats.

• Discussion on expiration timelines for dwelling footings
• Discussion on time limits for repairing or replacing dilapidated buildings

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners discussed whether to set a deadline for constructing a dwelling after a footing is established, noting current rules allow footings to close a quarter section without building. No formal action was taken; the Board asked for more information and directed staff to bring the item to a regular meeting for potential action, with a suggested three-year timeline.

• Discussed adding a three-year deadline for dwelling footings (no vote)
• Deferred action on dilapidated buildings pending more information
• Directed Environmental Services to bring footing timeline to a regular Board meeting

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss emergency management grants, a dispatch desk purchase, and the Middle Fork of the Zumbro River State Water Trail Access. The meeting includes a 6:00 p.m. public hearing regarding the DCSO Drone Program.

• Public hearing on DCSO Drone Program
• 2020 Emergency Management Performance Grant
• Dispatch Desk Purchase for 3rd Station
• Middle Fork of the Zumbro River State Water Trail Access
• Naatz-Novel Solar discussion

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of a third dispatch desk for the 911 center, funded by state E911 funds, and established the County Highway 24 Canoe/Kayak Landing as the first public access site on the Middle Fork of the Zumbro River. The board also authorized the County Attorney to send a letter to Novel Solar, giving them 48 hours to address a stray voltage issue or face revocation of their conditional use permit. The board approved the Sheriff's Office drone program after a public hearing, and approved the consent agenda, bills totaling $277,441.35, and personnel actions.

• Approved the agenda and consent agenda as presented.
• Accepted the 2020 Emergency Management Performance Grant agreement for $20,158.00.
• Approved the purchase of a third dispatch desk from Evans Consoles for approximately $28,715.16, funded by state E911 funds.
• Approved bills totaling $277,441.35 from various funds.
• Adopted Resolution #2021-26 establishing the County Highway 24 Canoe/Kayak Landing as a public access site.
• Approved personnel actions, including step increases for a Senior Deputy Recorder and a 911 Dispatcher.
• Authorized the County Attorney to send a letter to Novel Solar regarding a stray voltage issue, with a 48-hour deadline to respond.
• Approved the Sheriff's Office drone program after a public hearing, with funding from impound lot funds, donations, and equipment funds.

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will review May 2021 personnel changes and financial reports. The meeting includes discussions regarding COVID-19 and the American Recovery Plan.

• Approval of May 2021 Personnel Changes
• Approval of May 2021 Bills
• Approval of May 2021 Financials
• COVID-19 Update
• American Recovery Plan discussion

The Fairview Care Center Board approved May bills totaling $149,596.63 and the May 2021 financials. They also approved personnel changes and the agenda. The board discussed COVID-19 updates, including a recent quarantine and vaccination rates, and the potential for applying to the American Recovery Plan, considering whether to pay back $34,000 in county funds to qualify.

• Approved the agenda as submitted.
• Approved the minutes of May 25, 2021.
• Approved May personnel actions.
• Approved May bills in the amount of $149,596.63.
• Approved the May 2021 financials.
• Adjourned the meeting at 3:40 PM.

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee will meet to discuss the operation of 911 dispatcher stations. Emergency Management Director Matt Maas will lead the discussion and answer questions regarding the dispatch center.

• Discussion of 911 Dispatch Center operations

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to discuss commissioner warrants and the personnel agenda. The session includes reviews from the Finance Director and the Employee Relations Director.

• Review of Commissioner Warrants by Finance Director Lisa Kramer
• Review of Personnel Agenda by Employee Relations Director Lisa Hager

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee will meet to review commissioner warrants and personnel items. The body will also discuss a temporary on-sale liquor license and a gambling permit.

• 4 Day Temporary On-Sale Liquor License
• Gambling Permit
• Commissioner Warrants
• Tax Court Petition
• Personnel Agenda

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee is meeting to review a proposal regarding the Waste Management Facility. Environmental Services Director Mark Gamm will present the item.

• Replacing doors at Waste Management Facility

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss zoning requests and facility maintenance. The meeting includes reviews of conditional use permits and an ice arena chiller conversion.

• CUP# 21-02 Molitor Brothers
• CUP# 21-03 Our Farm Fresh
• CUP# 21-04 QuarrySun
• Ice Arena conversion of chiller from R22 to R44A
• Replacing doors at Waste Management Facility

The board approved three conditional use permits, including a migrant/seasonal worker camp for Molitor Brothers Farm (4-1) and an agritourism cut flower farm for Kathryn Davis (unanimous). A solar farm permit for QuarrySun was approved despite the Planning Commission's denial recommendation (4-1). The board also tabled an ice arena refrigerant conversion and approved door replacements at the transfer station.

• Approved CUP #21-02 for Molitor Brothers migrant/seasonal worker camp (4-1)
• Approved CUP #21-03 for Our Farm Fresh agritourism business (unanimous)
• Approved CUP #21-04 for QuarrySun solar farm despite Planning Commission denial (4-1)
• Tabled ice arena refrigerant conversion from R22 to R44A (unanimous)
• Approved $21,192.90 contract with Bowman's Door Solutions for transfer station doors (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hiring zoning administrator and seasonal employee (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $89,525.70 (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss three conditional use permits and one zoning amendment. The body will also review minutes from the May 5, 2021, meeting.

• CUP# 21-02 Molitor Brothers
• CUP# 21-03 Our Farm Fresh
• CUP# 21-04 QuarrySun
• ZA#21-08 Sterling Larson zoning amendment

The Dodge County Planning Commission held four public hearings. It recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a migrant worker camp (4-3) and a pick-your-own flower farm (unanimous), recommended denial of a 1 MW community solar farm (4-3) citing prime farmland concerns, and tabled a zoning amendment for a closed landfill district pending township input.

• Recommended approval of CUP 21-02 for Molitor Brothers migrant worker camp with 12 conditions (4-3)
• Recommended approval of CUP 21-03 for Our Farm Fresh agrotourism flower farm (unanimous)
• Recommended denial of CUP 21-04 for QuarrySun 1 MW solar farm (4-3)
• Tabled ZA 21-08 Sterling Larson rezone to Closed Landfill District (unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will review the 2021-2025 Capital Plan and discuss the use of reserve funds. The meeting also includes approvals for April 2021 personnel changes, bills, and financials.

• Capital Plan 2021 - 2025
• Discussion on Reserve Fund Use
• Bond Discussion
• Approval of April 2021 Personnel Changes
• Approval of April 2021 Bills

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee is meeting to review commissioner warrants and personnel matters. The body will also discuss sponsorships for two local snowmobile clubs for the 2021/2022 period.

• 2021/2022 Snowmobile Club Sponsorship - Dodge County Snowseekers Snowmobile Club
• 2021/2022 Snowmobile Club Sponsorship - Dodge County Snowdrifters Snowmobile Club
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda 5/25/21

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss staffing for the 911 Dispatch Center. Matt Maas, PSAP/Emergency Management Director, and Lisa Hager, Employee Relations Director, are scheduled to attend.

• 911 Dispatch Center Staffing

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to consider requests from the Public Health Director. The body will discuss the approval of public health donations and write-offs.

• Request to approve public health donations
• Request to approve write-offs

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to receive a court check-in and an update on filings and depositions for 2020 from Judge Jodi Williamson.

• Court check-in and filings/depositions update for 2020

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners met in Committee of the Whole and received a court check-in and filings/depositions update for 2020 from Judge Jodi Williamson. The update covered personnel changes, case filings, eviction relief, virtual justice, treatment court, and the Minnesota Court Records Online (MCRO) system. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken during the meeting; it was informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will discuss a resolution to hold a public hearing regarding the issuance of bonds and amendments to the Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting also includes updates on health alliance services and 911 dispatch staffing.

• Resolution for public hearing on bond issuance and Capital Improvement Plan amendment
• CSAH 7 Contract with WHKS
• Cancellation of mobile home tax parcel 14.950.0390
• 911 Dispatch Center staffing discussion
• Sponsorships for Dodge County Snowseekers and Snowdrifters Snowmobile Clubs

The Dodge County Board approved a $210,000 engineering contract with WHKS for the CSAH 7 resurfacing project, set a public hearing for July 13 on bond issuance, and approved several other items including tree removal, a courthouse dehydration system, and tax cancellations. The board also ended the temporary full mileage reimbursement rate for employees.

• Approved WHKS engineering contract for CSAH 7 at $210,000 (4-1)
• Approved Carr's Tree Service proposal for ash tree removal at $3,995 (unanimous)
• Approved Renodry dehydration system for courthouse at ~$12,100 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for July 13 on bond issuance and CIP amendment (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of mobile home taxes totaling $3,344.88 (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $307,500.95 (unanimous)
• Ended temporary full mileage reimbursement, returning to half rate (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hires and step increases (unanimous)

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss a noncompliant septic system replacement. The committee is also scheduled to award 2021 bituminous projects.

• Noncompliant Septic System Replacement
• Award 2021 Bituminous Projects

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review previous committee and board meeting records. The agenda includes a review of commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda.

• Review of Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda 5/11/2021

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the Dodge County Sheriff's Office drone program and associated grant funds. No other substantive items are listed for decision or discussion.

• DCSO Drone Program / Grant Funds

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners met in Committee of the Whole and discussed a proposed Sheriff's Office drone program, including costs, potential uses by other departments, and funding from a state grant. Sheriff Rose requested board approval to hold a public hearing on the program, but no formal action was taken. The meeting was informational only, with no decisions or votes recorded.

• No formal decisions or votes taken; meeting was informational only
• Sheriff requested approval to hold a public hearing on drone program (no action taken)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several land use permits and a labor agreement with Local 49 for the Transfer Station Union. The meeting includes updates on the county wind project and the Sheriff's drone program.

• Award for 2021 Bituminous Projects
• DCSO Drone Program and grant funds
• Labor Agreement with Local 49 – Transfer Station Union
• Zoning requests IUP #21-04 Reider, IUP #21-05 Hodgman Pit, and IUP #21-06 Schieck
• ZA #21-07 Chapter 22 Transportation Overlay

The Dodge County Board approved holding a public hearing for a Sheriff's Office drone program, but did not vote on the drone purchase itself. They also approved three interim use permits (Reider, Hodgman Pit, Schieck) and adopted a zoning amendment for the Transportation Overlay District. The board approved bills totaling $312,677.85 and a labor agreement with Local 49 for the Transfer Station.

• Approved public hearing for Sheriff's Office drone program (unanimous)
• Approved IUP #21-04 Reider for dwelling on 11.25 acres in Concord Township (unanimous)
• Approved IUP #21-05 Hodgman Pit for sand mining on 23 acres in Claremont Township (unanimous)
• Approved IUP #21-06 Schieck for dwelling on 8.10 acres in Claremont Township (unanimous)
• Adopted ZA #21-07 Chapter 22 Transportation Overlay and Exhibit O (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $312,677.85 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hiring Logan Bjerke and posting for Assistant County Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 labor agreement with Local 49 - Transfer Station (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will consider several Impermissible Use Permits (IUPs) and one zoning amendment regarding the Chapter 22 Transportation Overlay. The meeting includes reviews for Reider, Hodgman Pit, and Schieck.

• IUP #21-04 Reider
• IUP #21-05 Hodgman Pit
• IUP #21-06 Schieck
• ZA #21-07 Chapter 22 Transportation Overlay

The Dodge County Planning Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended approval of three interim use permits (IUP #21-04 Reider, #21-05 Hodgman Pit, #21-06 Schieck) and a zoning amendment (ZA #21-07) to the County Board. All recommendations were unanimous, with no public opposition noted. The next meeting is scheduled for June 2nd.

• Recommended approval of IUP #21-04 Reider for a dwelling on 11.25 acres in Concord Township (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of IUP #21-05 Hodgman Pit for a sand mine on 23 acres in Claremont Township (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of IUP #21-06 Schieck for a dwelling on 8.10 acres in Claremont Township (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA #21-07 for Chapter 22 Transportation Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved the April 7, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved the public hearing agenda (unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will meet to approve March 2021 personnel changes, bills, and financial reports. The body will also conduct a first quarter review of the 2021 budget and receive a COVID-19 update.

• 2021 Budget 1st Quarter Review
• Approval of March 2021 Personnel Changes
• Approval of March 2021 Bills
• CNA Training Program partnership with South Central Cooperative (informational)
• IV Care (informational)

The Fairview Care Center Board approved March bills totaling $145,551.01 and the March 2021 financials. The board also approved personnel actions and discussed a potential bond issuance of $275,000 to $300,000 for capital needs, with numbers to be presented at the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; items like IV care and a CNA training partnership were informational only.

• Approved March bills of $145,551.01
• Approved March 2021 financials
• Approved personnel actions
• Approved agenda as amended
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2021

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee is meeting to review commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda. The committee will also discuss recognition for the 2021 Winter Sports State Championship.

• Review of Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda dated 4/27/2021
• 2021 Winter Sports State Championship Recognition

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss a grant agreement. The session focuses on the terms and conditions of the State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program.

• Agreement to State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant Terms and Conditions SAP 020-607-025

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to receive a COVID-19 update from the Public Health Director. Additionally, the County Attorney will lead a discussion regarding software purchases and the structure of the office.

• COVID-19 update from Public Health Director Amy Caron
• Discussion on software purchases and office structure with County Attorney Paul Kiltinen

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners met in Committee of the Whole and received updates on COVID-19 and the County Attorney's office. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion only. The Public Health Director reported 1,762 total COVID-19 cases, 4 deaths, and 55% of residents over 16 vaccinated. The County Attorney discussed options to address a staffing shortage, including hiring a third attorney, making the position full-time, or hiring an assistant, but no action was taken.

• No formal decisions made; meeting was informational and discussion-only
• COVID-19 update received; no action taken
• County Attorney office staffing options discussed; no action taken
• Software purchase for Attorney's office discussed; no action taken

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative and departmental items. Discussions include a bond issuance, zoning matters regarding stray voltage testing, and revisions to the COVID-19 employee program.

• CUP# 19-09 Stray Voltage Testing
• Greater Zumbro River Watershed Joint Powers Agreement
• Zumbro River Regional Water Trail Master Plan Funding
• 2021/2022 Bond Issuance
• State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant

The board unanimously returned a $9,200 Hispanic Economic Development Outreach grant to SMIF due to inability to fulfill contract terms, and approved a $306,533 state grant for Bridge No. 20563. It also extended COVID-19 paid sick leave through May 31, 2021, and approved personnel changes including a new Environmental Services Director. All decisions were unanimous.

• Returned $9,200 Hispanic Economic Development Outreach grant to SMIF (unanimous)
• Approved resolution accepting $306,533 state grant for Bridge No. 20563 (unanimous)
• Extended COVID-19 employee paid sick leave policy through May 31, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Greater Zumbro River Watershed Joint Powers Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 withdrawal for Zumbro River Regional Water Trail Master Plan (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $230,401.26 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including new Environmental Services Director (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution recognizing winter sports state champions (unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee will meet to review commissioner warrants and personnel matters. The committee will also consider a one-day temporary on-sale liquor license.

• 1 Day Temporary On-Sale Liquor License
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several zoning amendments and a labor agreement with Teamsters Local 320 911 Dispatchers. The meeting includes discussions on bond issuance for 2021/2022 and awards for SAP projects.

• Labor Agreement with Teamsters Local 320 911 Dispatchers
• 2021/2022 Bond Issuance
• Zoning amendments ZA #21-03, #21-04, #21-05, and #21-06
• Awards for SAP 020-607-025 and SAP 020-599-115
• Quotes for Bingo Pavilion

Regional Rail Authority - Regular Meeting

The Regional Rail Authority is meeting to elect its officers and provide a general update. The meeting also includes a period for public comment.

• Election of officers

The Dodge County Regional Rail Authority held its annual meeting and unanimously elected officers for 2021: David Kenworthy as Chair, Tim Tjosaas as Vice Chair, and Jim Elmquist as Clerk. The board also approved the agenda and adjourned. No substantive rail decisions were made; the county administrator reported no new information on freight or passenger rail.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Elected David Kenworthy as Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Tim Tjosaas as Vice Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Jim Elmquist as Clerk for 2021 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:09 a.m. (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Planning Commission is meeting to discuss conditional use permits and internal use permits. The body will also consider four specific zoning amendments to the county code.

• Zoning Amendment #21-03 Chapter 4
• Zoning Amendment #21-04 Chapter 16
• Zoning Amendment #21-05 Chapter 17
• Zoning Amendment #21-06 Chapter 20
• Review of CUP/IUP

The Planning Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended approval of four zoning amendment packages (Chapters 4, 16, 17, and 20) to the County Board. One recommendation included a condition that gun range standards be verified against NRA requirements. All votes were unanimous.

• Recommended approval of Chapter 4 zoning amendments (definitions) (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 16 zoning amendments with condition to verify gun range standards (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 17 zoning amendments (erosion/sediment control, furnaces) (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Chapter 20 zoning amendments (subdivision regulations) (unanimous)

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee will discuss a fee change for mattress recycling and consider final payment for a county project. The meeting includes presentations from Environmental Services and the County Engineer.

• Fee change for mattress recycling
• Final payment for CP 020-2019-01

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss the 2021/2022 bond issuance. Finance Director Lisa Kramer is scheduled to lead this item.

• 2021/2022 Bond Issuance

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners discussed, but did not decide on, issuing new bonds for capital improvement and transportation projects, and possibly refunding the county's 2014A bonds to save money. Finance Director Lisa Kramer reviewed costs, tax impacts, and timing with the board, noting a $10 million annual limit for bank-qualified bonds. The board also heard updates on the Highway Facility Space Study Project, including concerns about steel and fuel prices. No formal action was taken; the meeting was adjourned.

• Discussed 2021/2022 bond issuance options with David Drown Associates and Ehlers, Inc.
• Discussed possible refunding of the county's 2014A bonds to save money.
• Noted new CIP bond would be for 15 years; transportation bond for 10 years.
• Heard update on Highway Facility Space Study Project, including material cost concerns.
• No formal decisions or votes were taken; meeting was informational only.

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will review several land use permits and a municipal boundary agreement for Dodge Center. The board is also discussing a fee change for mattress recycling and the purchase of survey equipment.

• CUP #21-01 Hayfield Greenway Solar
• Dodge Center Municipal Boundary Agreement
• Fee change for mattress recycling
• Purchase of survey equipment
• CUP#07-07 Amendment Ryzebol and IUPs for Tara Anderson and Cheville Pond

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners approved a conditional use permit for a 480KWAC community solar farm in Hayfield Township, adopted amendments to Chapter 21 (Subsurface Sewage Treatment System) and Exhibit P, and raised the recycling fee for mattresses and box springs to $30 per unit. The board also approved several other permits, a fire abatement, and personnel actions.

• Approved CUP #21-01 for a 480KWAC community solar farm in Hayfield Township (4-1).
• Approved CUP #07-07 Amendment to combine two manure storage basins for Ryzebol Dairy (unanimous).
• Approved IUP #21-02 for dog agility training on 40 acres in Vernon Township (unanimous).
• Approved IUP #21-03 for a private water retention structure in Milton Township (4-1).
• Adopted Resolution #2021-14 amending Chapter 21 (SSTS) and Exhibit P (unanimous).
• Approved the Dodge Center Municipal Boundary Agreement (unanimous).
• Approved a fire abatement of $1,573 for parcel 13.127.0140 (unanimous).
• Approved bills totaling $410,640.07 (unanimous).

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will review February 2021 minutes, personnel changes, and financial reports. The agenda includes a COVID-19 update and discussion regarding the board meeting location.

• Approval of February 2021 Personnel Changes
• Approval of February 2021 Bills and Financials
• Approval of Teleworking Policy
• Discussion of Board Meeting Location

The Fairview Care Center Board approved the February 2021 bills totaling $134,468.90 and the February financials. They also approved a new Teleworking Policy for employees working from home during the pandemic. The board received updates on COVID-19, including relaxed quarantine rules for vaccinated residents and staff, and noted that 85% of residents are vaccinated.

• Approved the agenda as submitted.
• Approved the minutes of the February 23, 2021 meeting.
• Approved February personnel actions.
• Approved February bills in the amount of $134,468.90.
• Approved the February 2021 financials.
• Approved the Teleworking Policy.

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review the March 9 Board of Commissioners meeting, commissioner warrants, and the personnel agenda.

• Review of Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting from March 9, 2021
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will meet to review a variance request for V #21-02 Estby. The meeting includes the approval of the agenda and minutes from February 3, 2021.

• Variance V #21-02 Estby

The Board of Adjustments unanimously approved variance V#21-02 for Hans Estby, allowing relief from the prohibition on expanding a non-conforming structure on an 11-acre parcel in Vernon Township. The approval includes conditions: property line staked by a licensed surveyor, an after-the-fact zoning permit for the current addition, and a zoning permit for the proposed addition. The board also unanimously approved the February 3, 2021 minutes.

• Approved variance V#21-02 for Hans Estby (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of February 3, 2021 (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for V#21-02 (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Special Meeting

The Dodge County Planning Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended approval of five items: a conditional use permit for a community solar farm, an interim use permit for dog agility training, an amendment to a dairy manure storage CUP, an interim use permit for a private pond, and a zoning amendment extending septic compliance deadlines for properties along Hwy 34. All recommendations will go to the County Board on March 23, 2021.

• Recommended approval of CUP #21-01 for Hayfield Greenway Solar (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of IUP #21-02 for Tara Anderson dog agility training (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of amendment to CUP #07-07 for Ryzebol Dairy manure storage (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of IUP #21-03 for Cheville private pond (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA #21-02 septic compliance extension (unanimous)

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss a TZD Speed Enforcement Grant with Sergeant Scott Prins.

• TZD Speed Enforcement Grant

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss the 2021 seasonal weight restrictions with County Engineer Guy Kohlnhofer.

• 2021 Seasonal Weight Restrictions

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee is meeting to discuss health department matters. The primary action item is a request to approve tobacco retailer licenses for 2021.

• Approval of 2021 Tobacco Retailer Licenses

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will discuss infrastructure funding and business relief grants. The board is also reviewing seasonal weight restrictions for roads and updated county by-laws.

• Capital Road Projects with Bonding Proposal
• Grant awards for the Dodge County Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Program
• 2021 Seasonal Weight Restrictions
• 2021 Tobacco Retailer Licenses
• TZD Speed Enforcement Grant

The board unanimously approved $402,919 in grants to 29 local businesses and nonprofits through the Dodge County Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Program, funded by state COVID-19 relief. It also adopted resolutions for seasonal road weight restrictions, a speed enforcement grant, and a driving diversion program, and approved amended board by-laws. The board discussed but took no formal action on a bonding proposal for capital road projects.

• Approved $402,919 in COVID-19 relief grants to 29 businesses and nonprofits (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution #2021-11 authorizing seasonal road weight restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 TZD speed enforcement grant agreement with Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety (unanimous)
• Approved services agreement with Diversion Solutions, LLC for driving diversion program (unanimous)
• Approved amended board by-laws (unanimous)
• Approved $232,686.73 in bills (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hires, step increases, and seasonal positions (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 tobacco retailer licenses (consent agenda, unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review bills and discuss personnel items. The session also includes a review of previous Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings.

• Review of bills
• Personnel agenda

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will meet to approve January 2021 personnel changes, bills, and financials. The body will also discuss the FFCRA extension and receive a COVID-19 update.

• Approval of January 2021 Personnel Changes
• Approval of January 2021 Bills and Financials
• FFCRA Extension request and discussion
• Facility License Renewal signature request
• Cell Phone Stipend Approval

The Fairview Care Center Board approved the extension of the FFCRA emergency paid sick leave policy, a $50 monthly cell phone stipend for the Administrator and Director of Nursing, and January bills totaling $146,282.25. The board also approved January personnel actions, the January 2021 financials, and authorized the Chairman to sign the facility license renewal. The board received updates on COVID-19 vaccinations, testing, and visitation, and was informed that a Minnesota Department of Health survey found no issues with filed complaints.

• Approved the agenda as amended to add new business on Minnesota Department of Health information.
• Approved the minutes of the January 26, 2021 meeting.
• Approved January 2021 personnel actions.
• Approved January bills in the amount of $146,282.25.
• Approved the January 2021 financials, which showed a loss of $157,900.
• Approved and extended the FFCRA (emergency paid sick leave) policy.
• Approved a $50.00 cell phone stipend for the Fairview Administrator and Director of Nursing.
• Authorized the Chairman to sign the facility license renewal.

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee is meeting to review previous Board of Commissioners meetings. The session includes a review of bills and a personnel agenda.

• Review of Board of Commissioners Special Meeting (Feb 2, 2021)
• Review of Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting (Feb 9, 2021)
• Review of bills
• Personnel agenda

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss agreements with the City of Kasson regarding 16th Street, a water tower, and a trail. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Discussion of City of Kasson 16th Street/Water Tower/Trail Agreements

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners met as a Committee of the Whole and heard a request from the City of Kasson for a letter and resolution of support for a Local Road Improvement Program grant application. The grant would fund improvements to 16th Street NW, and the city is not asking for financial assistance. No formal action was taken; the board only discussed the request and agreed that further discussion is needed.

• Heard a request from the City of Kasson for county support of a $1,000,000 state grant application for 16th Street NW improvements; no action taken.
• Discussed the project scope, including road accesses and a shared-use path buffer; no decision made.
• Agreed that further discussion between the city and county is needed on the project.

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding body cameras and discuss a drone program request. The meeting also includes reviews of 2020 financials and labor agreements.

• Public hearing on body cameras
• DCSO Drone Program public hearing request
• Labor agreement with AFLCIO Local 49 – Highway Union
• Resolution supporting City of Kasson's Local Road Improvement Program solicitation
• Resolution supporting Claremont Township's Local Road Improvement Program funding

The Dodge County Board approved resolutions supporting road improvement grant applications for the City of Kasson and Claremont Township, authorized $73,502 in roof replacements for the Historical Museum and One Room School, and approved a labor agreement with AFLCIO Local 49. The board also approved personnel actions, extended COVID-19 paid sick leave policy, and held a public hearing on body cameras with no public comments.

• Approved resolution supporting Kasson's LRIP grant application for 16th Street NW (unanimous)
• Approved resolution sponsoring Claremont Township's LRIP grant for 630th Street paving (unanimous)
• Approved $73,502 roof replacement contracts for Museum and One Room School (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $194,869.83 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including step increases and vacancy postings (unanimous)
• Approved extension of COVID-19 paid sick leave policy through April 30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 labor agreement with AFLCIO Local 49 (unanimous)
• Held public hearing on body camera policy; no public comments

Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will hold a public hearing to discuss a variance request from Josh Matti. The applicant seeks relief from the prohibition of land disturbing activities on slopes of 18% or more to construct a driveway on a 13-acre parcel.

• Variance request V #21-01 Matti regarding Section 17.25.3 (Steep Slopes) of the Zoning Ordinance
• Proposed driveway construction on a 13-acre parcel in Section 14, Milton Township

The Dodge County Board of Adjustments approved variance V#21-01, allowing Josh Matti to construct a driveway on slopes of 18% or more, by a 3-2 vote. The approval includes conditions requiring an Erosion and Sediment Control Plan and a Construction Stormwater Permit if disturbance exceeds one acre. The board also re-elected Dean Schuette as chair and Chad Knudson as vice chair, and approved the December 10, 2020 minutes.

• Approved variance V#21-01 for steep-slope driveway relief (3-2)
• Re-elected Dean Schuette as board chair (unanimous)
• Re-elected Chad Knudson as vice chair (unanimous)
• Approved December 10, 2020 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved adding Jamie and Mary Geise's comments to minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for V#21-01 (unanimous)

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss waste management licensing and engineering expenditures. The body will review a resolution for 2021 haulers licenses and several payment awards for supplies and equipment.

• 2021 Haulers License Resolution
• Award for 2021 Season Supplies
• Final Payment for SAP 020-599-119
• Tandem Truck Transmission Replacement

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee is meeting to review financial bills and personnel matters. The committee will also discuss the Employee Right to Know Policy.

• Review of bills
• Personnel Agenda 02/09/2021
• Employee Right to Know Policy

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will discuss zoning amendments and land use permits. The board is also reviewing grant awards for businesses and nonprofits and equipment purchases for public works.

• Comprehensive Plan Zoning Amendments ZA$21-01
• Purchase of a tandem plow truck and tandem truck transmission replacement
• Resolution to amend Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Program guidelines and approve awards
• Zoning items: IUP #21-01 Flicek and CUP#10-07 Amendment Wilbur-Ellis
• Resolution of support for City of Claremont's Local Road Improvement Program funding

The Dodge County Board approved resolutions to sponsor Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) grant applications for the City of Hayfield's Main Street & Center Avenue project and the City of Claremont's CSAH 3/Front Street project. The board also approved the purchase of a new tandem plow truck, amended the Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Program guidelines, and approved several other administrative items.

• Approved resolution #2021-03 to sponsor Hayfield's LRIP grant application (unanimous)
• Approved resolution #2021-04 to sponsor Claremont's LRIP grant application (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Freightliner 114SD tandem plow truck for ~$219,775 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 hauler's licenses for eight waste haulers (unanimous)
• Amended Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Program guidelines and approved 13 grant awards (unanimous)
• Approved revised grant agreement for Hispanic Economic Development Outreach Project (unanimous)
• Approved property tax penalty abatement for Church of the Nazarene ($100.85) and Klaus Alberts IV ($371.57) (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hires and step increases (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will discuss a request for a seasonal storage business and an expansion of an agricultural business. The body will also consider multiple amendments to the county's zoning ordinances and comprehensive plan.

• Interim Use Permit #21-01 for Ron Flicek to establish a seasonal storage business on 40 acres in Concord Township
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit #10-07 for Wilbur-Ellis Company, LLC to expand an agricultural business on 9.5 acres in Claremont Township
• Comprehensive Plan Zoning Amendments ZA$21-01
• Proposed amendments to zoning chapters including Hamlet, Agricultural, Rural Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Districts

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss the enforcement of land use regulations. The session includes a discussion led by Environmental Services Director Mark Gamm.

• Land Use Enforcement Discussion

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss enforcement of zoning, sewage, solid waste, and public health regulations. The board reached a consensus to commit to enforcing these standards and to change the process for faster compliance, including defined timelines. They also requested written operating procedures and a review of potential ordinance changes, including using public health authority for enforcement. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Agenda approved as presented
• Consensus to commit to enforcing zoning, septic, and solid waste standards
• Consensus to change enforcement process for quicker compliance with defined timelines
• Requested written description of operating procedures for all departments
• Requested review of proposed ordinance changes, including use of public health authority
• Meeting adjourned unanimously at 9:47 a.m.

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors will conduct a regular meeting including the election of officers and review of December 2020 personnel actions. The agenda includes updates on Covid-19 and information regarding Payroll Protection Program loan forgiveness.

• Election of Officers
• Approval of December 2020 Bills
• Review of December 2020 Financials
• Covid-19 Update
• Payroll Protection Program Loan Forgiveness information

The Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners held its regular meeting on January 26, 2021, electing Dave Kenworthy as Chair, Tim Tjosaas as Vice Chair, and Rodney Peterson as Secretary for 2021. The board approved December 2020 bills totaling $211,954.00 and personnel actions, and received updates on COVID-19 vaccinations, testing, and the full forgiveness of the Paycheck Protection Program loan.

• Elected Dave Kenworthy as Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Tim Tjosaas as Vice Chair for 2021 (unanimous)
• Elected Rodney Peterson as Secretary for 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as submitted (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 22, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved December 2020 personnel actions (unanimous)
• Approved December bills in the amount of $211,954.00 (unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee is meeting to review commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda. The session also includes a review of the January 12, 2021, Board of Commissioners regular meeting.

• Review of Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda for 1/26/21

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss public safety matters. The primary item on the agenda is the scheduling of a public hearing regarding the Unmanned Aircraft Vehicle (UAV) and Body Worn Camera (BWC) program.

• Setting a public hearing for the UAV and BWC Program

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss the results of the TH 14 Access Study. This is the only substantive item listed on the agenda.

• Review of TH 14 Access Study results

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative items including personnel updates and a MnPrairie lease. The meeting includes discussions on server replacements, a public hearing for a UAV and BWC program, and the TH 14 access study results.

• 2021 Server Replacements (PH and FVCC)
• MnPrairie Lease for 2021
• Public Hearing for UAV and BWC Program
• TH 14 Access Study Results
• Closed Session regarding Labor Negotiations Strategy

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, bills totaling $1,254,770.92, and the purchase of two new servers for Public Health and Fairview Care Center. They also approved personnel actions including FTE increases and a new hire, a lease with MnPrairie, and the TH 14 Access Study findings. A public hearing was set for February 23, 2021, to discuss the Body Worn Camera Program.

• Approved consent agenda and bills totaling $1,254,770.92 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two servers from SHI for $14,550 and $9,700 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including FTE increases and new hire (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 lease with Minnesota Prairie County Alliance (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Feb 23, 2021 on Body Worn Camera Program (unanimous)
• Approved TH 14 Access Study findings (unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee will review the 2020 final payment warrant register and commissioner warrants. The meeting also includes a personnel agenda and reviews of previous board meetings.

• 2020 Final Payment Warrant Register
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda 1/12/2021

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a resolution for a business and nonprofit relief grant program. The board will also review personnel matters, fire and damage abatements, and financial warrants.

• Resolution to approve the Dodge County Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Program
• SSTS Low Income Grant Payment for 18-04/19-01
• 2020 Fire/Damage Abatements
• 2020 Final Payment Warrant Register
• Personnel Agenda 1/12/2021

The board unanimously approved a resolution establishing the Dodge County Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Program, funded with $413,321 from the state, to provide grants to businesses and nonprofits impacted by COVID-19. The board also approved a $8,000 septic system cost-share payment, approved the personnel agenda with multiple hires and step increases, approved 2020 fire/damage abatements, denied a penalty and interest abatement for parcel 17.032.0600, and approved $446,404.50 in bills. A $4,999 payment to Maverick Drone Systems was pulled from the agenda after commissioners expressed opposition to the Sheriff's Office drone purchase.

• Approved resolution #2021-02 establishing the Business and Nonprofit Relief Grant Program (unanimous)
• Approved $8,000 cost share payment for septic system upgrade under SSTS contract #18-04/19-01 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel agenda including hires and step increases for multiple county employees (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 fire/damage abatements as presented (unanimous)
• Denied penalty and interest abatement request for parcel 17.032.0600 (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $446,404.50 from various funds (unanimous)
• Authorized payment of incidental expenses via Auditor warrants for 2021 (unanimous)
• Set special meeting for Feb 2, 2021 to discuss enforcement of zoning, sewage, solid waste, and public health regulations

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to swear in Commissioners Allen, Kenworthy, and Toquam. The body will also elect officers, set 2021 meeting dates, and make committee and board appointments.

• Swearing in of Commissioners Allen, Kenworthy, and Toquam
• Election of officers and transfer of gavel for 2021
• Appointments of boards, commissions, and committees
• Resolution appointing County Board as a Standing Committee of the Whole
• Establishment of 2021 meeting dates

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss labor agreements for the 2021-2022 period. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss labor negotiations strategy.

• Labor Agreement with Courthouse Union 2021-2022
• Labor Agreement Assistant County Attorney Union 2021-2022
• Closed Session regarding MN Statute 13D.03 Labor Negotiations Strategy