Dodge County public meetings in 2023

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee is reviewing a request to approve 2024 tobacco retailer licenses. This item was presented by Public Health Director Amy Evans.

• Request to approve 2024 tobacco retailer licenses

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss resolutions for 70'x100' and 80'x100' transfer stations. The agenda also includes reviewing 2024 committee assignments and discussing the county fee schedule. Additionally, the board will review year-end financial items and hold a closed session on collective bargaining.

• Resolutions for 70'x100' and 80'x100' transfer stations
• Approval of 2024 County Board Committee Assignments
• Discussion regarding the county fee schedule
• Approval of 2024 Tobacco Retailer Licenses
• Closed session for collective bargaining

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Fairview Care Center Board will review the 2024 budget projection and the facility's capital plan. The meeting also includes a review of a new HR Coordinator position and recent personnel updates.

• Review of 2024 Budget Projection
• Review of Capital Plan
• Approval of HR Coordinator job description and new position
• Review of December bills

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review the December 12, 2023, Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings. The Finance Director will present commissioner warrants, and the Employee Relations Director will present the personnel agenda.

• Review of Dec 12, 2023, Committee of the Whole meeting
• Review of Dec 12, 2023, Board of Commissioners meeting
• Presentation of commissioner warrants
• Presentation of personnel agenda

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee will review a presentation from County Engineer Guy Kohlnhofer regarding final payments for projects CP 020-112-001 and SAP 020-624-027. The provided agenda contains only this single item and does not list dollar amounts, project descriptions, or additional discussion topics.

• Final payment review for projects CP 020-112-001 and SAP 020-624-027

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review quotes for a new demonstration trailer. The meeting also includes consideration of a resolution for a bridge replacement program grant and several final payments.

• Quotes for a new demo trailer
• Resolution for State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program grant SP 020-609-032
• Final payment for SAP 020-592-001
• Final payments for C-22-13, CP 020-622-001, CP 020-622-002 & CP 020-624-001

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from the November 28, 2023, meetings. It will also consider a resolution amendment request regarding a raffle gambling permit for the Dodge County Youth Hockey Association. The agenda includes reviews of commissioner warrants and personnel matters.

• Dodge County Youth Hockey Association Raffle Gambling Permit Resolution Amendment Request
• Review of November 28, 2023, meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss two donation items for the Dodge County Sheriff's Office. These include a Field of Flags donation and a donation intended for equipment purchases.

• Field of Flags Donation to DCSO
• Donation to purchase equipment for DCSO

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The meeting agenda is primarily procedural, consisting of a presentation by Judge Debra A. Groehler and items to convene and adjourn the session. No other business or decisions are listed.

• Presentation to the Board by Judge Debra A. Groehler

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a 2024 Truth in Taxation budget hearing and review the 2024 Certified Budget Resolution. The meeting also includes discussions on a draft agreement for Wasioja Seminary and appointments to local commissions.

• 2024 TNT Budget Hearing
• Draft agreement with Minnesota Historical Society for Wasioja Seminary
• Appointments of Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission members
• Closed session regarding litigation for courthouse reconstruction
• Resolution for State Transportation Fund bridge replacement grant terms

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review October personnel changes, approve November bills, and discuss ongoing facility projects. The agenda also includes a closed-door session for an Administrator evaluation and a review of the RN Educator position.

• Review and approval of November bills
• Review of October financials and cash on hand
• Project updates regarding flooring, office spaces, and tub room
• Review of ECPN application and increase
• Approval of RN Educator position

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to discuss the Aspen Waste Systems hauler license and the Climate Impact Corps Internship. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding award SP 020-603-015.

• Aspen Waste Systems Hauler License discussion
• Climate Impact Corps Internship presentation
• Award SP 020-603-015

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to receive a public health update from Director Amy Evans and review the PH-DOC Maintenance & Support Agreement. The provided agenda contains only these two items, with no additional substantive matters listed for discussion or vote.

• Public Health Update presented by Public Health Director Amy Evans
• Review of the PH-DOC Maintenance & Support Agreement

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review the minutes from the November 14, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and personnel matters.

• Review of November 14, 2023, Board of Commissioners meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda discussion

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to hear an annual update from the Dodge County Opioid Task Force. The presentation will be delivered by Public Health Director Amy Evans and Health Educator Emma Basness.

• Annual update from the Dodge County Opioid Task Force

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2024 budget and considerations for 2024 elected official salaries. The meeting also includes updates on septic upgrade grants, bridge priorities, and various grant agreements.

• 2024 Budget Discussion
• Elected Official Salary Consideration - 2024
• 2023 Bridge Priority List update
• Airport Drive N, Dodge Center & Wasioja Township Grant Agreement
• Parts of Main Street, Hayfield Grant Agreement

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from the October 24, 2023, meetings and process commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes a review of the personnel agenda.

• Review of Oct 24, 2023, Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
• Review of Oct 24, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee is meeting to review maintenance equipment needs and a bridge project. The agenda includes a proposal for a tandem plow truck purchase and the awarding of a contract for Moe Bridge.

• Purchase of a Tandem Plow Truck
• Awarding of SAP 020-609-032 (Moe Bridge)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review 2024 elected official salaries and a CEDA contract. The agenda also includes discussions on property tax software maintenance and a closed session regarding labor negotiations strategy.

• Consideration of 2024 elected official salaries
• Review of 2024 CEDA contract
• Zoning application ZA #23-07 for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)
• Ratification of property tax software and maintenance agreements
• Closed session regarding labor negotiations strategy

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will review a zoning amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and discuss IUP #23-05 Hodgman. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes and the agenda.

• Zoning Amendment ZA #23-07 for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU)
• IUP #23-05 Hodgman

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors is reviewing a proposed wage scale increase to match market trends and improve staff retention. The meeting also covers facility project updates, including a chapel remodel and baseboard cover installation.

• Review of Matching Market Trend Equity Increase and new wage scale
• Approval of $42,674.75 ReLeaf Grant for tree removal/replacement
• Approval of $7,200 estimate for Chapel Remodel
• Approval of $6,998 for Neatheat Baseboard Covers
• Approval to become a licensed CNA training site with a $585 state fee

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review the minutes from the October 10, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and the personnel agenda.

• Review of October 10, 2023, Board of Commissioners meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda review

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole met to receive an update regarding the Tyler vs. Hennepin Supreme Court ruling. The presentation was led by Finance Director Lisa Kramer.

• Update on Tyler vs. Hennepin Supreme Court Ruling

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review the MPCA recycling grant program match and commissioner warrants. The meeting also includes discussions regarding new deputy wages and appointing a commissioner to the Local Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee.

• MPCA FY2023 Greater MN Recycling and Composting Grant Program Match
• Appointment of Commissioner to the Local Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee
• Discussion regarding new deputy wages
• DCSO Take Home Mileage update
• DCSO Citizen Recognitions

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review the minutes from the September 26, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and personnel matters.

• Review of September 26, 2023, Board of Commissioners meeting
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda discussion

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee met to review a single item regarding a final payment. The meeting agenda was limited to this specific financial matter presented by the County Engineer.

• Final Payment for SAP 020-599-120

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including the revocation of CR V and Cr K to Vernon Township and professional services for the Transfer Station Bond. The meeting also includes discussions on a veteran services vehicle purchase and updates on affordable housing aid.

• Revocation of CR V and Cr K to Vernon Township
• Transfer Station Bond Professional Services
• Purchase of Veteran Services Vehicle
• Statewide Affordable Housing Aid Allocation
• Closed Session regarding Collective Bargaining

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will review a conditional use permit for Brooks and a zoning amendment regarding the Closed Landfill District. The meeting also includes discussion on general development standards.

• IUP #23-04 Brooks
• Zoning Amendment ZA #23-06 Closed Landfill District
• Chapter 17-General Development Standards

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Fairview Care Center Board will review and approve a new pay grid and the facility's status as a licensed training site. The meeting includes approval of September bills, a Wells Fargo credit line increase, and project updates for patio barricades and a chapel remodel. Personnel changes and financial reports from August are also on the agenda for approval.

• Review and approval of a new pay grid
• Review and approval of becoming a licensed training site
• Approval of a Wells Fargo credit line increase
• Review and approval of patio barricades and chapel remodel estimates
• Review and approval of September bills

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes reviews of various permit applications and a personnel agenda.

• Temporary On-Sale Liquor Licenses for Dodge County Mechanical & Agricultural Society
• Raffle Gambling Permit for Dodge County Youth Hockey Association
• Premises Permit Application for Hayfield Fireman’s Relief Association
• Uniform and Linen Cooperative Acceptance Agreement

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Safety Committee met to discuss the 2024 Towards Zero Deaths Grant. The agenda item was presented by Sergeant Scott Prins.

• 2024 Towards Zero Deaths Grant

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from previous meetings held on August 22, 2023. The agenda also includes the review of commissioner warrants and personnel matters.

• Review of Aug 22, 2023 Committee of the Whole minutes
• Review of Aug 22, 2023 Board of Commissioners minutes
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda review

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to review two donations made to the Dodge County Sheriff's Office. The items involve contributions from Pork E Pines Farms and Lamae's Bright Light.

• Pork E Pines Farms donation to DCSO
• Lamae's Bright Light donation to DCSO

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee met to discuss a cell phone stipend for Ethan Koziolek. The agenda contains only this single discussion item.

• Cell Phone Stipend - Ethan Koziolek

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will review presentations regarding the proposed 2024 Environmental Services budget and the Sheriff's budget. These presentations are scheduled for discussion during the meeting.

• 2024 Proposed Environmental Services Budget presentation
• Sheriff Budget Presentation

The Committee of the Whole approved the September 12 meeting minutes. Commissioners heard presentations on the 2024 Environmental Services budget, the Sheriff’s Office budget, and equipment needs. The board discussed the proposed Emergency Operations Trailer and other sheriff equipment upgrades. No formal votes or approvals were recorded for the budget items or equipment proposals.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a cannabis interim ordinance and discuss the SEMMCHRA levy request and budget. The meeting also includes discussions on security camera risk analysis and CSAH 3 construction funding.

• Public Hearing for Cannabis Interim Ordinance
• CSAH 3 Advance Construction Funding Agreement
• Dodge County Security Camera Discussion/Risk Analysis
• SEMMCHRA Levy Request and Budget Discussion
• Approval of Enactment of Ordinance #23-02

The Board authorized an agreement with MnDOT to accept federal aid for the 2024 resurfacing of CSAH 3. They also approved several personnel step increases, accepted two donations for the Sheriff's Office, and authorized $725,623.29 in bill payments.

• Approved agreement with MnDOT for CSAH 3 federal aid funds (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel step increases and job description updates (Unanimous)
• Authorized filling a Records Support Specialist vacancy and posting an on-call Courthouse Deputy (Unanimous)
• Accepted $50 donation from Pork E Pines Farms for Sheriff's Office Chaplain and Peer Support (Unanimous)
• Accepted $4,710.00 donation from Lamae's Bright Light for Sheriff's Office Chaplain and Peer Support (Unanimous)
• Approved $725,623.29 in bills across four funds (Unanimous)
• Authorized signing of the 2020 Management Representation Letter (Unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from the August 8, 2023, meetings and process commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes a review of personnel matters.

• Review of August 8, 2023, Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
• Review of August 8, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The committee will discuss a levy request from SEMMCHRA but no other substantive items are on the agenda.

• SEMMCHRA Levy Request

The Committee of the Whole heard a presentation from the SEMMCHRA Executive Director regarding 2024 levy options and housing program accomplishments. No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review presentations regarding the 2024 budget from IT and Facilities/Fleet departments. The meeting also includes a discussion on cannabis led by the Public Health Director and a closed session regarding litigation for courthouse reconstruction.

• 2024 Budget presentations by IT and Facilities/Fleet
• Cannabis discussion with Public Health Director
• Closed session regarding pending litigation for Courthouse and Government Services Building reconstruction
• Review of Commissioner Warrants

The Board approved over $211,000 in payments across revenue, road, and environmental funds. Personnel actions including step increases and new hires were approved. The Board also discussed potential ordinances to ban cannabis use in public spaces and reviewed 2024 budget requests for IT and Facilities.

• Approved $211,176.05 in bills (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel step increases for Brenda Vieths, Stephanie Miner, and Justin Thurmes (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Jodi Froelich as Dispatcher (Unanimous)
• Recorded end of employment for Mary Head and Dallas Ness (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items (Unanimous)
• Closed meeting to discuss litigation regarding 2015 building reconstruction (Unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Fairview Care Center Board of Directors met to review July personnel changes, financial statements, and ongoing facility projects. The meeting included discussions on staffing updates, upcoming building renovations, and the approval of recent expenditures.

• Approval of $264,110.68 in total bills from July
• Approval of Junge estimate for carpet replacement
• Approval of the Gazebo project
• Review of July personnel changes including new hires and wage increases
• Discussion regarding a legislative workforce incentive grant application

The Board approved August bills and June financials. Personnel actions for July were approved, and the board agreed to continue developing a classification and compensation plan. Proposals for patio fencing and a chapel remodel remain on hold.

• Approved August bills totaling $210,061.98
• Approved June Financials
• Approved July personnel actions
• Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes
• Agreed to continue working with DDA on a classification and compensation plan
• Tabled patio fencing and bollards proposal
• Tabled chapel remodel bid

Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the July 13, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider variance application V #23-07 Robinson.

• Variance application V #23-07 Robinson

The Board of Adjustments approved a variance request for Jessica and Randy Robinson to expand a nonconforming principal structure. The approval allows for a 22’ x 24’ family room addition with a porch, provided a Zoning Permit is obtained before construction.

• Approved variance V#23-07 for expansion of nonconforming structure to wetland setback (3-0)
• Approved July 13, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved public hearing notice for August 16, 2023 meeting (3-0)

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will review the 2024 budget and presentations for Highway and Public Health. The meeting also includes discussions on grant applications, road turnbacks, and cannabis.

• 2024 Budget and Presentations for Highway & Public Health
• Setting a hearing for CR V and CR K turnback to Vernon Township
• Dodge County EMPG Grant Agreement
• FY 2024 County Veteran Service Office Operational Enhancement Grant
• Cannabis discussion

The Board approved a grant application to join a regional CPE system to enable text, picture, and video 911 capabilities. The Board also accepted two emergency management grants and scheduled a public hearing for road turnbacks in Vernon Township.

• Approved grant application to join regional CPE system for 911 services (Unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 ($20,428) and 2022 ($24,843) EMPG grants (Unanimous)
• Approved $205,283.26 in bills across Revenue, Road and Bridge, and Environmental Quality funds (Unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for CR V and CR K turnback to Vernon Township for Sept 19, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including step increases and filling vacancies in Administration, Highway, Public Health, and Sheriff's Office (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda and July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from the July 25, 2023, Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and personnel matters.

• Review of July 25, 2023, meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to hear a report from Public Health Director Amy Evans. The agenda contains only this single update item.

• Public Health Update by Amy Evans

Veteran Services Committee - Special Meeting

The Dodge County Veteran Services Committee met for a special meeting to discuss the FY 2024 County Veteran Service Office Operational Enhancement Grant. The presentation was led by Brandon Servantez, the Veteran Services Officer.

• FY 2024 County Veteran Service Office Operational Enhancement Grant

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole will discuss budget requests from the Soil and Water Conservation District and the Southeast Minnesota Initiative Foundation (SMIF).

• Dodge Soil and Water Conservation District Appropriation Request to Dodge County for 2024
• SMIF Update & Budget Request

The Committee of the Whole heard budget presentations from the Soil & Water Conservation District and the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation. No formal votes were taken on the funding requests during this meeting.

• Tabled decision on SWCD $150,000 appropriation request for 2024
• Reviewed SMIF annual update and budget request (no action recorded)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors met to review June personnel actions, including new hires and wage increases. The meeting also addressed facility maintenance needs such as patio construction and potential carpet replacement.

• Approved $208,663.04 in June bills
• Approved concrete slabs for a new patio ($5,265) and gazebo replacement ($7,200)
• Reviewed $224,000 APS Supplement Contract from the Legislature
• Discussed carpet replacement costs ranging from $14,000 to $71,000
• Approved wage increase for Business Office Manager from $28.35 to $31.30

The Board approved June personnel changes, monthly bills, and June financials. Facility improvements approved include a carpet replacement contract with Junge and the installation of a gazebo.

• Approved June personnel actions
• Approved Director of Maintenance job description and pay scale
• Approved bills totaling $264,110.68
• Approved June financials
• Approved Junge estimate for carpet replacement
• Approved Gazebo project
• Tabled Medicare Account and Prior Authorization Technician job description and pay scale

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion regarding the 2024 budget. The meeting also includes presentations on motor grader repairs, fairgrounds upgrades, and a conditional use permit for Midcontinent Communications.

• Discussion of the 2024 Budget
• Motor Grader transmission replacement or new purchase discussion
• Fairgrounds water and electric upgrades
• CUP #23-03 Midcontinent Communications
• Final payment for 2021 Bituminous Projects

The Board approved a contract for fairgrounds utility upgrades and a drug court funding agreement. Commissioners reached a consensus to repair a motor grader rather than purchase a new one. A conditional use permit for Midcontinent Communications was also approved.

• Awarded fairground water and electrical upgrades to Hodgman Drainage for $734,639.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved FY24 Treatment Court Cooperative Agreement with State of Minnesota for $105,376.00 in reimbursement funding (Unanimous)
• Approved CUP #23-03 Midcontinent Communications (Unanimous)
• Consensus to proceed with fixing motor grader Unit 23 (No vote)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved final payment for 2021 Bituminous Projects (Unanimous)
• Approved award SAP 020-604-013 (Unanimous)

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee is reviewing agreement terms for the State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program. The meeting also includes a review of final payment for 2021 bituminous projects.

• Agreement to State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant Terms and Conditions (SAP 020-604-013)
• Final Payment for 2021 Bituminous Projects
• Award SAP 020-604-013

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review the minutes from the July 11, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda.

• Review of July 11, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee met to consider a request from the Public Health Director regarding the approval of donations.

• Request to approve Public Health donations

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee met to hear from the Drug Court Coordinator regarding Dodge's Alternative to Addiction. The agenda item focused on donations related to Sober Fest 2023.

• Presentation by Eric Thompson, Drug Court Coordinator, regarding Sober Fest 2023 donations

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole will meet for a presentation by Dr. R. Ross Reichard, Chief Medical Examiner. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by Chief Medical Examiner Dr. R. Ross Reichard

The Committee of the Whole met to receive the Annual Medical Examiner data report for 2022. The session consisted of a presentation and discussion regarding death statistics and public health trends; no formal votes or policy decisions were made.

Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will meet to review and consider two variance requests. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and the meeting notice.

• Variance #23-05 Grupp
• Variance #23-06 Gulbransen

The Board approved a variance for a residential porch in Vernon Township. The board also reviewed a request for a nonconforming structure expansion, though the provided minutes end before a final decision was recorded for that item.

• Approved Variance #23-05 for William and Susan Grupp to build a 5ft x 24ft porch encroaching 2ft into the road right-of-way setback (4-0)
• Required Variance #23-05 to include a zoning permit and that the porch be enclosed
• Approved June 21, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved July 13, 2023 public hearing notice (Unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review the June 27, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting. The agenda also includes reviews of commissioner warrants, personnel matters, and the Dodge County Fair fireworks display.

• Review of June 27, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda review
• Dodge County Fair Fireworks Display discussion

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several zoning and conditional use permits. The meeting also includes discussions on the Employee Relations Manual, waste management agreements, and event space design.

• Zoning reviews including IUP #23-02 West, IUP #23-03 Pine Ridge Siberians, CUP #23-02 Derby, and CUP #23-03 Midcontinent Communications
• Review of Harter's Disposal MOA
• Discussion of Employee Relations Manual
• Event Space Design Build and South Annex Entry updates
• Closed session regarding pending litigation for courthouse and government services building reconstruction

The Board of Commissioners approved a series of interim and conditional use permits for residential, kennel, and sawmill operations. The board also unanimously approved bills totaling $285,641.42 across multiple county funds.

• Approved $285,641.42 in bills across seven funds (Unanimous)
• Approved IUP #23-02 West for a dwelling in Vernon Township (Unanimous)
• Approved IUP #23-03 Pine Ridge Siberians for a private kennel in Vernon Township (Unanimous)
• Approved CUP #23-02 Derby for a sawmill operation in Milton Township (3-1)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will meet to review several land use applications. The agenda includes discussions regarding specific Use Permits and Conditional Use Permits.

• IUP #23-02 West
• IUP #23-03 Pine Ridge Siberians
• CUP #23-02 Derby
• CUP #23-03 Midcontinent Communications

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for two interim use permits: one for a residential dwelling in Vernon Township and one for a private kennel. The commission also held a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for a sawmill operation.

• Recommended approval of IUP #23-02 for a dwelling in Vernon Township (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of IUP #23-03 for a private kennel with 10 recommended conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved June 7, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved July 5, 2023 public hearing notice (Unanimous)

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

Public Health Director Amy Evans presented an update to the committee regarding various health initiatives and legislative impacts. The discussion included updates on tobacco ordinances, cannabis legislation, and public health funding.

• Update on Tobacco Ordinance and coverage in Kasson
• Discussion of MN Cannabis legislation and potential ordinance
• Update on state-funded public health capabilities and emergency preparedness
• Report on rodent infestation and mold concerns
• Update on Opioid Settlement Funds

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners meeting includes discussions on fairgrounds water and electric needs, as well as the purchase of a used 2017 Leeboy Paver. The agenda also covers personnel updates, public health reports, and administrative updates.

• Purchase of a used 2017 Leeboy Paver
• Discussion regarding Fairgrounds water and electric
• Authorization to advertise for proposals
• Request to approve write-offs from Public Health
• Review of Local 320 MOU's regarding D.R.I.V.E. and new employee orientations

The Board authorized the purchase of a used 2017 Leeboy Paver for the Highway Department and approved plans for water and electric upgrades at the county fairgrounds. Other actions included approving public health write-offs, personnel changes, and a new tax collection agreement.

• Approved purchase of used 2017 Leeboy Paver for $93,000 (Unanimous)
• Approved water and electrical improvement plans for Fairgrounds (Unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for fairgrounds underground work proposals (Unanimous)
• Approved writing off $83.34 in Public Health balances for deceased or moved clients (Unanimous)
• Approved $345,161.40 in bills across three funds (Unanimous)
• Approved updated Local Transit Sales and Use Tax (LOST) agreement (Unanimous)
• Authorized letter of support for Workforce Development, Inc. grant application (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including one termination and two step increases (Unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors approved an updated pay scale for CNAs to address staffing needs and costs. The board also voted to switch pharmacy providers to Thrifty White to reduce annual drug costs.

• Approved updated CNA pay scale, estimated at $57,000 annually
• Approved pharmacy change from Sterling to Thrifty White to save $32,000 per year
• Approved May bills totaling $180,482.31
• Approved deactivation of the Arial Call system and CAT phones
• Authorized Amy Thompson as an authorized signer for MBT Bank accounts

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee reviewed minutes and reports from the June 13 meetings. Key discussions included a new equipment purchase for the Highway Department and updates on county facilities.

• Approved purchase of 202 and box/plow equipment for approximately $317,091.00
• Approved donation agreement between Dodge County Environmental Services and Two Rivers Habitat for Humanity
• Reviewed MCIT annual report regarding cyber coverage and reinsurance costs
• Reviewed commissioner warrants totaling $373,927.52 across three funds
• Discussed proposal process for the Fairgrounds Event Building construction

Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the May 11, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider variance V# 23-04 Alberts.

• Variance V# 23-04 Alberts

The Board of Adjustments approved a variance request for Klaus Alberts IV to expand a nonconforming dwelling. The approval requires the owner to obtain a septic system Certificate of Compliance and a zoning permit before construction begins.

• Approved May 11, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved June 21, 2023 public hearing notice (4-0)
• Approved variance V#23-04 for expansion of nonconforming dwelling (4-0)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from previous May meetings and process commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes several gambling permit and temporary liquor license requests.

• Holy Family Catholic Church gambling permit request
• KM Snowdrifters pull-tab gambling permit requests
• Dodge County Ag & Mechanical Society temporary on-sale liquor license request
• Zwingli United Church of Christ 1 day temporary on-sale liquor license request
• Personnel agenda review

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee will meet to review a proposal for the purchase of a tandem plow truck. The meeting includes presentations from the County Engineer and Maintenance Superintendent.

• Purchase of Tandem Plow Truck

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The committee will hear a report from the MCIT Director of Field Services and receive a legislative update from a District Outreach Representative. The meeting is scheduled to conclude at 9:30 AM.

• 2023 MCIT Report to Members
• Legislative Update & Introduction

The meeting consisted of reports from the Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust and a legislative update from Representative Brad Finstad's office. No formal actions were taken or voted upon.

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to establish a Local Housing Trust Fund for affordable housing. The meeting also includes discussions on zoning requests, grant agreements, and various permit applications.

• Public hearing: Ordinance to Establish a Local Housing Trust Fund
• Purchase of a tandem plow truck
• Dodge County and Two Rivers Habitat for Humanity donation agreement
• MPCA septic upgrade grant agreement
• Zoning and Conditional Use Permit requests for LC Trucking

The Board authorized the purchase of a new tandem plow truck and approved a rezoning and conditional use permit for LC Trucking in Mantorville Township. The Board also approved a donation agreement with Two Rivers Habitat for Humanity and processed $373,927.52 in bills.

• Approved purchase of 2024 Freightliner 114SD tandem truck and equipment for approximately $317,091.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 11.25 acres in Mantorville Township from Urban Expansion District to Commercial District for LC Trucking (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit #23-01 for LC Trucking to establish a transportation business (Unanimous)
• Approved $373,927.52 in bills across Revenue, Road and Bridge, and Environmental Quality funds (Unanimous)
• Approved donation agreement between Dodge County Environmental Services and Two Rivers Habitat for Humanity (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license requests for Dodge County Ag & Mechanical Society and Zwingli United Church of Christ (Unanimous)
• Approved Holy Family Catholic Church gambling permit request (Unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will review a zoning amendment and a conditional use permit regarding LC Trucking. The meeting includes the approval of previous minutes and the public hearing notice.

• Zoning Amendment #23-05 for LC Trucking
• Conditional Use Permit #23-01 for LC Trucking

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for a zoning amendment and a conditional use permit to allow LC Trucking to establish a transportation business in Mantorville Township. The proposal includes a mechanic shop and office on an 11.25-acre parcel.

• Elected Richard Wolf as acting Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved public hearing notice for June 7th meeting (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Zoning Amendment #23-05 to rezone 11.25 acres from Urban Expansion District to Commercial District (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CUP #23-01 for a transportation business with 24 recommended conditions (Unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Fairview Care Center board met to review personnel changes, including new hires and wage increases, as well as approve May bills totaling $10,985. The meeting also covered the creation of a new dietary aide position and discussed plans for the nursing home's upcoming renovations, including demolition work by Bauer Construction.

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from the May 9, 2023, Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and personnel matters.

• Review of May 9, 2023, meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee met to discuss two specific donations received by the Dodge County Sheriff's Office. The items involve contributions from the Dodge Center Fire Department and the MN Twins.

• Dodge Center Fire Department donation to DCSO
• MN Twins donation to DCSO

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the Dodge County Event Space with Facilities & Fleet Manager Duke Harbaugh. The committee will also review a proposal from County Engineer Guy Kohlnhofer regarding the elimination of 15-minute breaks in the Highway Department.

• Discussion regarding Dodge County Event Space
• Proposal to eliminate 15-minute breaks in the Highway Department

The Committee of the Whole reviewed plans for a new event building with a current estimated cost of $534,000 for a 4,860 square foot facility. The Board discussed capacity, layout, and budget constraints, noting that $1.5 million remains in the project budget. No formal vote was recorded, but the Facilities & Fleet Manager was directed to move forward with the current size and include audio/visual rough-ins.

• Directed Facilities & Fleet Manager to proceed with the proposed building size
• Approved the inclusion of audio/visual rough-ins in the building plan
• Determined to use abuse-resistant sheetrock instead of tin for acoustic control and cost reduction
• Decided against installing a permanent bar fixture or a coiling overhead door

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review updated electronic device and remote email policies. The meeting also includes discussions on records department reorganization and personnel matters.

• Review of updated Electronic Device and Remote Email Policies
• Discussion of Records Department Re-Organization
• Report on Dodge Center Fire Department donation to DCSO
• Report on MN Twins donation to DCSO
• Closed session for collective bargaining

The Board approved out-of-state drug court training for a judge and defense attorney and authorized a recycling agreement with Aspen Waste Systems. They also approved $190,040.83 in bills and a concrete floor contract for the ReUse building. The Board received an update on the Byron Solar Project.

• Approved out-of-state training for Judge Debra Groehler and Assistant Public Defender Krista Rissman (Unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $190,040.83 (Unanimous)
• Approved updated Electronic Device and Remote Email Policies (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,700.00 reimbursement to Andrew Knight for Eagle Scout project materials (Unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Aspen Waste Systems for recyclable materials (Unanimous)
• Approved Thiemann Construction for ReUse building concrete floor at $20,700.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda to include solar and screening system updates (Unanimous)
• Approved May 23, 2023 Consent Agenda (Unanimous)

Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustments will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the March 29, 2023, meeting. The board will also consider variance V #23-03 Laqua.

• Variance V #23-03 Laqua

The Board of Adjustments approved a variance for Josh and Andrea Laqua to build a dwelling closer than the required 1,000-foot setback from an existing feedlot. Approval is contingent upon resolving existing zoning violations and changing property access from County Road 9 to a township road.

• Approved Variance #23-03 for 1000-foot feedlot setback relief (5-0)
• Approved March 29, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to discuss waste management licensing and zoning conditions. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding an SAP award.

• Harter's Disposal of MN Hauler License review
• Ryzebol Dairy Condition discussion
• Award SAP 020-592-001

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will hear a public health update from Director Amy Evans. The agenda also includes a request to approve donations for the Public Health department.

• Request to approve Public Health donations
• Public Health Director update

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will hear a report from South Country Health Alliance. The committee will also discuss a detachment agreement with the City of Kasson regarding a County Park.

• South Country Health Alliance Report
• Detachment Agreement with the City of Kasson for County Park

The committee reviewed a semi-annual report from South Country Health Alliance covering 2022 financial results and the 2023-2025 strategic plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded. A detachment agreement with the City of Kasson for a county park was deferred to the full Board meeting.

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several departmental reports, including public health grants and infrastructure updates. The meeting includes discussions on a $500,000 septic upgrade grant and various zoning and land use items.

• $500,000 MPCA Septic Upgrade Grant Award
• SMIF Literacy Grant Award request
• Detachment Petition for Parcel 24.028.0504
• Freerksen CUP #20-04 amendment
• ZA #23-04 Closed Landfill District

The Board authorized the detachment of a 19.14-acre parcel from the City of Kasson to establish full county jurisdiction over a new public park. Other actions included approving personnel changes, accepting a literacy grant, and designating a new County State Aid Highway.

• Approved detachment petition for parcel 24.028.0504 from the City of Kasson (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including step increases and one new hire (Unanimous)
• Accepted $1,400 SMIF Literacy Grant for 200 books (Unanimous)
• Designated old T.H. 14 as County State Aid Highway No. 34 (Unanimous)
• Approved K-Fence contract for $10,918.35 for county park fencing (4-1)
• Approved agenda as amended (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (Unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review minutes from the April 25, 2023, meetings and process commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes a review of personnel matters.

• Review of April 25, 2023, Committee of the Whole meeting minutes
• Review of April 25, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting minutes
• Commissioner Warrants review
• Personnel Agenda review

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will meet to review a conditional use permit amendment and a zoning amendment. The agenda includes the approval of previous minutes and hearing notices.

• Freerksen CUP #20-04 (Amend)
• Zoning Amendment ZA #23-04 Closed Landfill District

The Dodge County Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of an amendment to Conditional Use Permit #20-04 for Bruce Freerksen to expand a shed for an agricultural-related business, with 15 conditions. They also unanimously recommended approval of Zoning Amendment #23-04 to update Chapter 9 for the closed landfill district, as required by the MPCA. Both recommendations will go to the County Board on May 9, 2023.

• Recommended approval of CUP #20-04 amendment for Bruce Freerksen's shed expansion (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA #23-04 updating Chapter 9 for closed landfill district (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from April 5, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved hearing notice for May 3, 2023 meeting (unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review previous meeting minutes and commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes sponsorship requests for two snowmobile clubs and a personnel report.

• Sponsorship for Dodge County Snowseekers Snowmobile Club
• Sponsorship for Dodge County Snowdrifters Snowmobile Club
• Review of Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda review

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors met to review March financial reports and approve April bills totaling $212,616.26. The meeting also addressed personnel updates, including new hires and an expanded job description for the ADON. Additionally, the board discussed facility updates regarding a chapel remodel and the Ariel communication system.

• Approval of April bills totaling $212,616.26
• Review of January and February financials including $506K expected from Medicaid
• Expansion of ADON job description to include Admission Coordinator duties
• Discussion regarding Tub Room Wing 2 Renovation and Chapel Remodel proposals
• Update on the implementation of the Ariel system for nursing staff

The Board approved the creation of a part-time Feeding Assistant position and the purchase of four lift chairs. Financial actions included approving $163,668.78 in bills and releasing debt from deceased residents' accounts. The Board also authorized a community garden and a family picnic.

• Approved part-time Feeding Assistant position at $15/hour for 20 hours/week
• Approved April bills totaling $163,668.78
• Approved March Financials
• Approved release of debt for deceased residents' accounts
• Approved use of approximately a quarter acre for a University of MN community garden
• Approved Family and Auxiliary Picnic
• Approved purchase of four lift chairs via county credit card from Overstock
• Decided to have Bauer perform demolition for the chapel remodel before seeking further estimates

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Safety Committee met to discuss a donation from the Big Iron Classic Truck Show to the Dodge County Sheriff's Office. The agenda contains only this single item for discussion.

• Big Iron Classic Truck Show donation to DCSO

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a potential transition of septic system regulation and permitting to the County. Elizabeth Harbaugh, SSTS Program Manager, will provide an update on the Edgewood Estates 2nd Subdivision.

• Update on Edgewood Estates 2nd Subdivision septic system regulation/permitting

The Committee of the Whole received an update regarding the potential transition of the Edgewood Estates 2nd Subdivision septic system from state to county regulation. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) indicated willingness to transition the system provided certain conditions, including nitrogen limits, are met. No formal vote was taken on the transition.

• Discussed potential transition of Edgewood Estates 2nd Subdivision septic system to county permitting

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review 2023 agency appropriations, mileage reimbursement, and an updated tuition reimbursement policy. The meeting also includes discussions on the assumption of 630th Street and various club sponsorships.

• Assumption of 630th Street
• 2023 Agency Appropriations
• Updated Tuition Reimbursement Policy
• Tap-In Cost-Share Approval Request (Contract 23-01)
• Sponsorships for Dodge County Snowseekers and Snowdrifters Snowmobile Clubs

The Board approved the assumption of a one-mile section of 630th Street from Claremont Township to improve traffic safety and efficiency. The Board also authorized several agency appropriations and updated the employee mileage reimbursement policy.

• Approved Resolution #2023-15 to assume control, ownership, and maintenance of 630th Street between 120th Avenue and 130th Avenue (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 agency appropriations totaling $243,005 for various organizations including SEMCAC and Dodge County SWCD (Unanimous)
• Approved moving to the full mileage reimbursement rate while retaining central motor pool vehicles for further usage assessment (4-1)
• Approved bills totaling $313,051.34 across six funds (Unanimous)
• Approved the meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda items including April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Administration Committee reviewed a proposal to detach approximately 32 acres of county-owned land from the City of Kasson for use as a public park. While the City Administrator expressed concerns regarding utility coordination and planning, several commissioners supported pursuing detachment to maintain full county control.

• Discussion of detaching Parcel 24.028.0504 from the City of Kasson for a new park
• Approval to apply for the $100,000 Kubota 'Hometown Proud' grant for the ReStore and County Park projects
• Review of unapproved minutes from the March 28, 2023, Committee of the Whole meeting

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

Amy Evans, Public Health Director, will present an update to the committee. The presentation includes information regarding the end of the Public Health Emergency and updates on Opioid Settlement Funds.

• Update on end of Public Health Emergency (PHE)
• Update on Opioid Settlement Funds
• Tobacco licensing update
• DHS MNChoices roll out
• PH AmeriCorps & Internships

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Works Committee is reviewing a contract award for 2023 bituminous projects and an agreement to accept state grant terms for a bridge replacement. The meeting includes a recommendation to award paving work to Rochester Sand and Gravel.

• Contract award of $991,391.52 to Rochester Sand and Gravel for C.S.A.H. 24 and C.A.R. L paving
• Resolution to accept a $793,470.00 Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant for Bridge No. 20J52 on C.S.A.H. 5

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss a financial assistance request for Dodge County child care. The committee will also review support for Southeast Minnesota legislation regarding TIF and transportation.

• DC Child Care Financial Assistance Request
• SE MN Legislation Support (TIF & Transportation)

The Board reached a consensus to support a request for financial assistance to the Dodge County Licensed Child Care Association (DCLCCA) to fund required training and support services. The proposed allocation is $3,000 over a two-year period.

• Consensus to support allocating $3,000 every two years to DCLCCA for training and support services

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several zoning requests and a request for child care financial assistance. The meeting also includes discussions on selecting an audit firm and reviewing the detachment of land from the City of Kasson for a proposed county park.

• Zoning applications: IUP # 23-01 Westgard, ZA #23-02 Farm Animals, and ZA #23-03 County Loan Program
• Selection of audit firm for 2021-2024
• DC Child Care Financial Assistance Request
• Agreement for State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant
• Detachment of parcel 24.028.0504 from the City of Kasson for a county park

The Board approved a nearly $1M bituminous project contract and allocated $3,000 for child care provider training. They also adopted zoning amendments regarding farm animal sites and a sewage/water well loan program. A new labor agreement for dispatchers was approved for 2023-2025.

• Awarded 2023 bituminous projects contract to Rochester Sand and Gravel for $991,391.52 (Unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 financial assistance to Dodge County Licensed Child Care Association for 2023-2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved LELS Dispatcher Union Labor Agreement for 2023-2025 (Unanimous)
• Adopted zoning amendments for Farm Animal Sites (Resolution #2023-12) (Unanimous)
• Adopted amendments to the loan program for individual sewage treatment and water wells (Resolution #2023-13) (Unanimous)
• Approved IUP #23-01 Westgard for a dwelling in Milton Township (Unanimous)
• Authorized Highway Department to purchase up to two pickups within a $90,000 budget (4-1)
• Accepted audit services proposal from Baker Tilly for 2021-2024 (Unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will review a conditional use permit and two zoning amendments. The agenda also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and the meeting notice.

• IUP # 23-01 Westgard
• Zoning Amendment ZA #23-02 regarding farm animals
• Zoning Amendment ZA #23-03 regarding County Loan Program

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval for a retirement home dwelling, updates to farm animal terminology in the county ordinance, and an expanded loan program for water and sewage systems.

• Recommended approval of IUP #23-01 for Robert Westgard to establish a dwelling on 8.05 acres in Milton Township (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA #23-02 to update 'feedlot' terminology to 'Farm Animals' and 'Farm Animal Sites' (Unanimous)
• Added requirement to ZA #23-02 that the County provide property owner notification in the fourth year of Farm Animals Site registration (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of ZA #23-03 to expand the loan program for individual sewage treatment and water wells to include water-treatment systems (Unanimous)
• Approved Feb 1, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved public hearing notice for April 5, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)

Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting

The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve bylaws and rules of procedure. The agenda also includes public hearings for two specific variance requests.

• Approval of Bylaws and Rules of Procedure
• Variance #23-01 Finley
• Variance #23-02 Ellingson Drainage

The Board of Adjustments elected its 2023 leadership and approved the board's bylaws. The board also granted two zoning variances regarding property setbacks for a retirement home and a drainage business.

• Elected Dean Schutte as Board Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected Samuel McGee as Board Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved Bylaws and Rules of Procedure (Unanimous)
• Approved October 18, 2022 minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Variance #23-01 for Wesley and Ramona Finley to reduce feedlot setback for a retirement home (4-0)
• Approved Variance #23-02 for Ellingson Drainage Inc. regarding property line setbacks for a carport, fence, and parking lot (4-0)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Directors met to review February personnel actions, financial reports, and facility maintenance. Discussions included approving February bills totaling $212,659.87 and reviewing upcoming capital projects like the Wing 2 tub remodel.

• Approved February bills totaling $212,659.87
• Authorized purchase of a Bladder Scanner
• Approved lock work purchase from Tom’s Lock Service
• Set a $2,000.00 limit for emergency capital requests by the Board Chair
• Discussed a $86,127 bid from Kraus Anderson for Wing 2 tub remodel

The Board approved March bills and financial reports for January and February. They also authorized adding Admission Coordinator duties to the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) job description to improve census rates.

• Approved March bills totaling $212,616.26
• Approved January and February financials
• Approved personnel actions for February
• Approved adding Admission Coordinator duties to the ADON job description
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss a detachment request for Parcel 24.028.0504, presented by Project Manager Melissa DeVetter. The agenda contains only this one discussion item before adjournment.

• Discussion of detachment for Parcel 24.028.0504

The Committee of the Whole discussed detaching a parcel of county-owned land from the City of Kasson to develop a public park. Despite objections from the City Administrator regarding planning and development, commissioners expressed support for pursuing the detachment to maintain full county control.

• Proposed detachment of parcel 24.028.0504 from the City of Kasson for a county park

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review a recommendation regarding state housing dollars for local homeless prevention. The meeting also includes an update on the Dodge County Wind Project and discussions on veteran service driver pay.

• Recommendation for Local Homeless Prevention Aid State Housing Dollars
• Dodge County Wind Project Update
• Discussion regarding increase in Veteran Service Drivers pay
• Hometown Proud Kubota Grant presentation
• Turn-Back Discussion and Planning

The Board approved using 90% of Local Homeless Prevention Aid to seed a Local Housing Trust Fund and 10% for hotel shelter vouchers, with MnPrairie as administrator. Other actions included increasing pay for Veteran Service Drivers and approving various personnel changes and bills.

• Approved designating 90% of Local Homeless Prevention Aid to a Local Housing Trust Fund and 10% for hotel shelter vouchers (Unanimous)
• Identified MnPrairie as the LHTF Administrator (Unanimous)
• Approved increasing Veteran Service Driver's pay from $80 to $90 per trip (Unanimous)
• Approved $172,609.52 in bills across Revenue, Road and Bridge, and Environmental Quality funds (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including step increases for Sheriff's Office staff and filling vacancies for Highway Maintenance, Property Appraiser, and Health Educator (Unanimous)
• Consensus reached to apply for the Hometown Proud Kubota Grant
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review the minutes from the March 14, 2023, Board of Commissioners regular meeting. The agenda also includes commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda.

• Review of March 14, 2023, Board of Commissioners meeting
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss potential phone stipends for Environmental Services and the County Engineer's staff. The agenda items involve presentations by the Environmental Services Director and the County Engineer.

• Phone stipend for Environmental Services Technician
• Cell phone stipend for Travis Martin

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will meet to discuss the 2023 seasonal weight restrictions and an award for SAP 020-605-030. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a phone stipend for the Zoning Administrator.

• Phone Stipend for Zoning Administrator
• 2023 Seasonal Weight Restrictions
• Award SAP 020-605-030

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to receive a public health update from Director Amy Evans. This is the single item listed on the agenda.

• Public Health Update by Amy Evans

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various county operations including roadway safety, staffing requests, and public health. The agenda includes updates on seasonal weight restrictions and potential personnel changes.

• County Roadway Safety Plan Updates
• CSAH 3 Rail Crossing Improvement
• Request for 2 new FTEs to replace part-time program
• CAI Noxious Weed Grant Agreement
• 2023 Seasonal Weight Restrictions

The Board authorized the hiring of two full-time deputies to replace a part-time patrol program and passed a resolution supporting state funding for ARMER radio equipment. Other actions included approving a waste diversion project MOU and establishing seasonal road weight restrictions.

• Approved MOU with Better Futures Minnesota for Waste Diversion and Reuse Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized Environmental Services Project Manager to enter Tap-In contracts with landowners (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 MDA grant for noxious weed maintenance and safety equipment (Unanimous)
• Approved construction agreement with Canadian Pacific for CSAH 3 rail crossing improvements (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-07 supporting HF1075 / SF1576 for ARMER radio funding (Unanimous)
• Approved gap insurance for Sheriff Rose and Captain Anderson (4-1)
• Authorized hiring of two full-time Deputies to phase out part-time patrol program (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2023-08 establishing 2023 seasonal road weight restrictions (Unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The committee will review previous board and committee meetings, commissioner warrants, and a personnel agenda. The meeting includes reports from the Executive Assistant, Finance Director, and Employee Relations Director.

• Review of February 28, 2023, Committee of the Whole
• Review of February 28, 2023, Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several items including a request to waive conditional use permit amendment fees for the Byron Sportsman's Club, discuss a gap insurance option for employees, review the personnel agenda, approve out-of-state travel for the Public Health Director, and receive the 4th quarter 2022 financial report. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and committee reports.

• Request to waive CUP amendment fees for Byron Sportsman's Club
• Gap insurance option discussion with Sheriff Scott Rose and Employee Relations Director Lisa Hager
• Personnel agenda for February 28, 2023
• Out-of-state travel request for Public Health Director Amy Evans
• 4th quarter financials for 2022 presented by Finance Director Lisa Kramer

The Board authorized a $66,977 contract with Stonebrooke Engineering for two township bridge designs and waived CUP amendment fees for the Byron Sportsman's Club. Other actions included approving personnel hires, out-of-state travel for the Public Health Director, and a site investigation for the maintenance shop.

• Approved $66,977 contract with Stonebrooke Engineering for Hayfield and Mantorville township bridge designs (Unanimous)
• Approved waiving CUP amendment and recorder fees ($546) for Byron Sportsman's Club (Unanimous)
• Approved Limited Site Investigation with Carlson McCain for maintenance shop, 90% funded by State PetroFund (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hiring an Assistant County Engineer, Deputy Sheriff, and Information Systems Specialist (Unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Public Health Director to Denver, CO, with a stipend of up to $2,000 (Unanimous)
• Authorized signing of Air Quality Easement for parcel 15.028.0503 (Unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $377,074.92 (Unanimous)
• Tabled gap insurance option discussion for two weeks

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners will review and approve January 2023 minutes, personnel changes, and financials including February bills. New business includes project updates and approvals for a bladder scan purchase and lock work, plus a walk-through of renovation projects in Wing 2 tub room, server room, AlixaRx room, chapel, beauty shop, and Mayo Desk relocation.

• Approval of February 2023 bills
• Bladder scan purchase approval
• Lock work purchase approval
• Walk-through of renovation projects: Wing 2 tub room, server room, AlixaRx room, chapel, beauty shop, and Mayo Desk relocation
• Quarterly meeting location change to Fairview for June, September, December 2023

The Board approved February bills and the purchase of a bladder scanner and lock work. It also authorized the Board Chair to make emergency capital requests up to $2,000. Personnel changes from January were approved.

• Approved February bills totaling $212,659.87
• Approved January personnel actions
• Authorized reimbursement of Administrator's January credit card purchases
• Authorized Board Chair to make emergency capital requests up to $2,000
• Approved purchase of Verathon Bladder Scanner
• Approved purchase of lock work from Tom’s Lock Service

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will meet as a Committee of the Whole on February 28, 2023, at 4:00 PM in Room B of the Government Services Building. The agenda includes approval of minutes from previous meetings, review of commissioner warrants, and a personnel agenda presented by the Employee Relations Director.

• Review of Commissioner Warrants (financial approvals)
• Personnel Agenda presented by Lisa Lubahn, Employee Relations Director

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole will hear a presentation from Sheriff Scott Rose on discontinuing the part-time patrol program. Finance Director Lisa Kramer will also present information on an auditor release and new auditor. The meeting is scheduled for February 28, 2023, at 4:30 PM.

• Discontinuing part-time patrol program (Sheriff Scott Rose)
• Auditor release and new auditor information (Finance Director Lisa Kramer)

The Committee of the Whole discussed transitioning from part-time to full-time patrol deputies to address staffing shortages and high turnover. No formal votes were taken, but the Board reached a consensus that they are receptive to the proposal. The Finance Director also reported on the search for a new professional auditing firm.

• Reached consensus to be receptive to the idea of doing away with part-time Deputy positions
• Tabled decision on professional auditing services until the March 14, 2023 meeting

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to receive a routine update from Public Health Director Amy Evans and consider a request to approve donations to the public health department.

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee will discuss and potentially act on commissioner warrants, a personnel agenda, and a premises permit application. The meeting includes presentations from county staff on these items.

Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Works Committee will meet to consider awarding a contract for 2023 season supplies. The agenda includes a single item presented by the Assistant Highway Engineer.

• Award 2023 Season Supplies

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole will discuss continuation of health coverage after retirement, presented by the Sheriff and Employee Relations Director. Facilities & Fleet Manager Duke Harbaugh will present three fairgrounds projects: waterlines, overhead electrical reroute, and rental space design. Zoning Administrator Catherine Grondin will lead a discussion on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and a special meeting. No final decisions are made at this committee meeting.

• Continuation of health coverage after retirement
• Fairground waterlines project
• Fairgrounds overhead electrical reroute
• Fairgrounds rental space design
• ADU (accessory dwelling unit) discussion

The Committee of the Whole discussed fairgrounds infrastructure and zoning standards. The Board reached a consensus to charge a $2,000 fee for special meetings requested by applicants. No formal votes were recorded for other proposals, which remain under discussion.

• Consensus reached to charge applicant $2,000 for special meeting following a rezone item tabling

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on a range of administrative and operational items, including a proposed Juneteenth holiday, fairgrounds waterline and electrical reroute projects, and a conditional use permit amendment for drainage. The agenda also includes routine consent items, training requests, and committee reports.

• Discussion of Juneteenth as a county holiday
• Fairgrounds waterlines and overhead electrical reroute projects
• Ellingson Drainage CUP #96-34 amendment
• Property tax penalty and interest abatement
• Contract with Olmsted SWCD for MPCA surface water assessment grant monitoring

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect officers, approve bylaws, and consider a conditional use permit amendment for Ellingson Drainage (CUP #96-34) and a zoning amendment for the SolarStone rezone (ZA #23-01). The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Ellingson Drainage CUP #96-34 (Amendment)
• SolarStone Rezone ZA #23-01
• Approval of Bylaws and Rules of Procedure
• Election of officers

The Planning Commission recommended approval for a conditional use permit amendment to expand an agricultural business. The commission also elected its 2023 leadership and approved its bylaws. A request to rezone land for a solar facility was tabled.

• Elected Darren Durst as Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Josh Toquam as Board Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaws and Rules of Procedure (unanimous)
• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved February 1, 2023 public hearing notice (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ellingson Drainage CUP #96-34 amendment (unanimous)
• Tabled Zoning Amendment #23-01 regarding SolarStone Partners rezone (unanimous)

Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Fairview Care Center Board of Directors will consider a cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) proposal for 2022/23, approve outdoor furniture, and review financials including January bills and December cash on hand. The meeting also includes election of officers and approval of December personnel changes and minutes.

• Review and approval of COLA Proposal 2022/23
• Approval of outdoor furniture purchase
• Approval of January bills and December financials
• Approval of December personnel changes
• Shadow boxes/$1,000 donation by Fairview Auxiliary (information only)

The Board elected its 2023 officers and approved December bills and financial reports. Members also authorized staff pay adjustments and the purchase of new outdoor furniture.

• Elected Rodney Peterson as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected John Allen as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected Rhonda Toquam as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved December bills totaling $233,233.71
• Approved December financials
• Approved 2022/23 COLA proposal for pay grid adjustments costing $16,552.76
• Approved modified payscale effective January 2023
• Approved $15,224.00 for outdoor furniture from Quality Woods

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee is meeting to discuss and act on routine administrative business. They will review the minutes from the January 10 Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings. The committee will also consider approval of commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda.

• Approval of minutes from the January 10 Committee of the Whole meeting
• Approval of minutes from the January 10 Board of Commissioners regular meeting
• Review and action on commissioner warrants
• Review and action on the January 24 personnel agenda

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will meet on January 24, 2023, at 5:00 PM in the Government Services Building. The agenda includes a consent agenda for routine items, a closed session for administrator performance review, and discussion of a property tax abatement and a petty cash fund increase for the Sheriff's Department. The meeting is accessible via Zoom.

• Closed session for Administrator Jim Drummer's performance review (item 5.1)
• Property tax penalty and interest abatement for a property at 20070 650th Avenue (item 4.1)
• Petty cash fund increase for the Sheriff's Department (item 4.2)
• Dissolution of Sheriff's Department contingent fund (item 4.3)

The Board approved a series of personnel changes, including filling vacancies in the Sheriff's Office and Highway Department. They also authorized an air quality easement in Ripley Township and modified several Sheriff's Department funds. A request for property tax penalty abatement was denied.

• Approved $296,229.48 in bills across four funds (Unanimous)
• Approved air quality easement for parcel 15.028.0503 in Ripley Township (Unanimous)
• Denied property tax penalty and interest abatement for Nancy R. Peterson (Unanimous)
• Increased Sheriff’s Petty Cash/Imprest Fund to $200.00 (Unanimous)
• Dissolved Sheriff's Department Change Fund (Unanimous)
• Dissolved Sheriff's Department Contingent Funds M.S. 387.212 and 387.213 (Unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including hiring equipment operators and filling vacancies (Unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda to include bills and Attorney's Office items (Unanimous)

Administration Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Administration Committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve the 2022 final payment warrant register and commissioner warrants, as well as a personnel agenda and a personnel board of appeals appointment. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous committee and board meetings.

• 2022 Final Payment Warrant Register
• Commissioner Warrants
• Personnel Agenda 01/10/23
• Personnel Board of Appeals Appointment
• List of Clerical Error and Hardship Abatements 2022

Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting

The Public Health Committee will receive a routine update from Public Health Director Amy Evans. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

• Public Health Update presented by Director Amy Evans

Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Public Safety Committee will meet on January 10, 2023 at 8:50 AM. The agenda includes a single item: a donation from the Combat Veteran's Motorcycle Association Chapter 48-2 to the Dodge County Sheriff's Office.

• Combat Veteran's Motorcycle Association Chapter 48-2 donation to DCSO

Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will convene to discuss routine consent agenda items, including approval of previous meeting minutes and a Personnel Board of Appeals appointment. They will also consider a letter of support for an environmental grant, a DNR grant for forest enhancement, 2022 fire abatements, the 2023 mileage reimbursement rate, authorized depositories, incidental expenses, and a final payment warrant register. Additionally, the board will receive updates from the Public Health and Public Safety committees, including a donation from a veterans' motorcycle association to the sheriff's office.

• Laura Jane Musser Fund Environmental Initiative Grant letter of support
• DNR Conservation Partners Legacy Expedited Grant for forest enhancement
• 2022 fire abatements
• 2023 mileage reimbursement rate
• Combat Veteran's Motorcycle Association Chapter 48-2 donation to DCSO

The Board approved over $2.39 million in payments across five funds and authorized two grants for forest restoration at a proposed county park. Other actions included approving 2022 fire abatements, designating 2023 authorized depositories, and increasing the take-home squad mileage rate for Sheriff's Office staff.

• Approved $2,391,050.17 in bills across five funds (Unanimous)
• Authorized Letter of Support for $20,000 Laura Jane Musser Fund grant (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 DNR Conservation Partners Legacy Grant for 12-acre forest restoration (Unanimous)
• Approved 2022 fire abatements as presented (Unanimous)
• Authorized eight banks as 2023 depositories (Unanimous)
• Increased take-home squad mileage reimbursement by $0.03/mile to $0.24/mile (Unanimous)
• Authorized payment of incidental and necessary expenses via Auditor warrants (Unanimous)
• Accepted $500 donation from Combat Veteran's Motorcycle Association Chapter 48-2 for Chaplain and Peer Support Programs (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting

The Dodge County Committee of the Whole is convening to discuss a single agenda item: farm animal regulations, presented by the Zoning Administrator and Environmental Project Manager. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn after this discussion.

• Discussion of farm animal regulations

The Committee of the Whole discussed proposed changes to the definition of farm animals and feedlots to reduce registration confusion. Staff presented options regarding registration capacity, 1,000-foot setbacks, and a 5-year deactivation rule for inactive sites. No formal votes were taken on the proposals during this meeting.

Board of Commissioners - Special Meeting

The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will convene a special meeting to swear in elected officials including commissioners and the county attorney, then handle routine organizational items such as electing officers, setting meeting dates and fee schedules for 2023, and approving committee assignments.

• Swearing in of Commissioners Tim Tjosaas, Rhonda Toquam, Rodney Peterson, County Attorney Paul Kiltinen, and Sheriff Scott Rose
• Set fee schedule for 2023
• Approve resolution appointing County Board as a Standing Committee of the Whole
• Set meeting dates for 2023
• Authorize County Board Chair to act on behalf of the board in an emergency

The Board held an organizational session to elect officers, set the 2023 meeting schedule, and approve the annual fee schedule. The Board also reaffirmed its mission and vision statements and established committee assignments for the year.

• Elected Rodney Peterson as Chair (Unanimous)
• Elected John Allen as Vice Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 County Board and Fairview Care Center meeting dates (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Fee Schedule (Unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #2023-01 appointing the Board as a standing Committee of the Whole (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 committee assignments and appointments to boards and commissions (Unanimous)
• Authorized the Board Chair to act on behalf of the Board in emergencies (Unanimous)
• Reaffirmed Out of State Travel Policy and Board Procedures/Bylaws (Unanimous)