Le Sueur County public meetings in 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will meet to review and approve the consent agenda, including minutes from the previous meeting. They will hear from the Planning & Zoning Administrator about bylaws and a request, and from the Parks Director regarding a restrictive covenant for Lake Washington Regional Park and Campground. The County Administrator will present items including Sheriff's Office wage adjustments, end-of-year actions, and an intern position extension. The meeting also includes a public open forum and a reception honoring Commissioner Lance Wetzel.

• Approve Declaration of Restrictive Covenant on Lake Washington Regional Park and Campground
• Sheriff's Office MOU wage adjustments for 2023
• Extension MOA addendum for intern positions
• End of the Year Board Action Items
• Commissioner Lance Wetzel recognition

The Board approved several administrative updates for 2023, including elected official salaries and employee reimbursement rates. They also granted an interim use permit for special events and adopted new bylaws for the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment.

• Granted Interim Use Permit to Amy Peterson for special events in Dietz Lake SP District (5-0)
• Adopted Bylaws for the Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved Declaration of Restrictive Covenant on Lake Washington Regional Park and Campground (Unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Teamsters Local No. 320 for correctional officers, dispatchers, and deputy sheriffs (Unanimous)
• Set 2023 mileage reimbursement at 62.5 cents per mile, plus 2 cents for Water Patrol boat towing (Unanimous)
• Set 2023 per diem at $75.00 per half day and $100.00 per full day (Unanimous)
• Established 2023 Board of Commissioners base salary at $33,145 (Unanimous)
• Set 2023 elected official salaries: Sheriff $141,225, Administrator $133,125, Attorney $127,050, Chief Deputy $112,955, Recorder $89,250 (Unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings and vote on the 2023 budget, levy, and user fee changes. They will also consider several agreements, including a joint powers agreement with the City of Le Sueur, and various departmental items.

• Approve 2023 user fee changes
• Approve 2023 levy and budget
• Joint powers agreement with City of Le Sueur
• Transfer of money from 2022 vehicle line item to 2023
• MOU with federal agencies for Law Enforcement Support Program

The Board unanimously adopted the 2023 Final Levy of $25,902,643 and the corresponding expenditures budget. The Board also approved a comprehensive schedule of user fee changes effective January 1, 2023. Several service contracts and a ditch lien were approved.

• Adopted 2023 Final Levy of $25,902,643 (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 Budgets and Expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 User Fee changes effective Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved $115,480.63 ditch lien on County Ditch 62 (unanimous)
• Approved $182,608 contract with Minnesota Valley Action Council (unanimous)
• Approved up to $30,000 contract with Inspire Services LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized Le Sueur County Snow Trails to use Ney Environmental Center Road for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Le Sueur for Highway 169 Hilltop Property Tax Abatement (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Le Sueur County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance applications. One seeks after-the-fact approval for a shed and impervious surface on Lake Francis, previously tabled. The other requests setback reductions for a septic system on Lake Tetonka. The board will also review and approve the agenda and prior meeting minutes.

• Dianna Krautbauer requests after-the-fact variance to reduce OHWL setback from 100 to 93 feet, side yard from 10 to 5 feet, and allow 30.5% impervious surface on Lot 20, Clark's Beach Subdivision, Lake Francis.
• Matt Johnson and Matthew J. Johnson Trust request variances to reduce OHWL setbacks from 75 to 58 feet and 75 to 70 feet, and structure setbacks from 20 to 8 feet and 10 to 7 feet for a new SSTS system on Lots 26 & 27, Tetonka Beach Subdivision, Lake Tetonka.
• Krautbauer application was tabled at August 18 and October 20, 2022 meetings.
• Meeting includes approval of draft November 17, 2022 minutes.
• Warrants/claims and adjournment are on the agenda.

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the zoning ordinance, covering subdivision and platting, environmental and land use performance standards, and rezoning procedures. The board will also consider routine consent agenda items, including meeting minutes and financial transfers, and receive updates from county departments on highway, public health, human resources, facilities, and the West Jefferson Sewer District.

• Public hearing on ordinance amendments to Sections 12, 18, 19, and 23 of the zoning code
• Design development for Government Center and Pavilion roof proposals (multiple options)
• Phased retirement request for County Administrator Joe Martin
• Set 2023 sewer rates for West Jefferson Sewer District
• Claims and consent agenda including November 2022 transfers and EFT report

The Board of Commissioners approved amendments to subdivision, environmental, and lane use ordinances effective January 1, 2023. The board also authorized spending for Government Center design and pavilion roof repairs. Additionally, the board set the 2023 monthly base rate for the West Jefferson Sewer District.

• Approved ordinance amendments to Sections 12, 18, 19, and 23 (5-0)
• Approved Widseth Government Center Design Development for $78,716.00
• Approved Pavilion Roof replacement estimate with Mach Construction LLC for $15,625.50
• Set West Jefferson Sewer District 2023 Monthly Base Rate at $50.00
• Approved contract with MNDOT for Delegated Contract Process
• Approved reducing contract retainage to 0.25% ($39,929.27) for CSAH 22 Municipal Turnback Project
• Approved HS claims for Financial ($44,338.73) and Soc Services ($183,186.82)
• Approved phased retirement for Cindy Westerhouse

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Le Sueur County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on December 8, 2022, to consider an Interim Use Permit application from Amy and David Peterson. The permit would allow more than three special events per year on their property in an Agriculture "A" District in Lanesburgh Township. The meeting will also include approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Interim Use Permit for Amy & David Peterson to exceed three special events per year in an Agriculture "A" District, Lanesburgh Township (SW 1/4 of SW 1/4, Section 35)
• Approval of November 10, 2022 draft meeting minutes
• Discussion of warrants/claims

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review and approve the consent agenda, including minutes and financial reports, and consider a pay request for ditch work. They will also hear reports from the auditor-treasurer, county engineer, HR director, and county administrator, with the main item being the final 2023 budget and levy.

• Approve pay request #1 to Braith Excavating for $14,146.00 for County Ditch 61 change order work
• Review and approve November 15, 2022 board minutes and canvass minutes
• Approve electronic funds transfer report
• Discuss 2023 final budgets and levies
• Work session with Widseth Design Development (in person only)

The Board of Commissioners approved two real estate purchase offers for MnDOT right-of-way projects and a payment for ditch work. Personnel actions included granting regular status to a Planning Technician, a pay increase for the County Administrator Assistant, and modifications to the Personnel Policy.

• Approved $14,146.00 payment to Braith Excavating for County Ditch 61 project (5-0)
• Approved $500 purchase offer for Parcel 312L (5-0)
• Approved $2,200 purchase offer for Parcel 328A (5-0)
• Granted regular status to Jonathan Hammel, Planning Technician IV (5-0)
• Approved pay increase for Pamela Herrmann to $29.08 per hour (5-0)
• Approved modifications to the Personnel Policy (5-0)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda (5-0)

Board of Adjustments

The Le Sueur County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on four variance applications, each seeking relief from county zoning ordinance requirements. The board will also review and approve the agenda and the draft minutes from the October 20, 2022 meeting. No other substantive business is listed.

• Brian Swanson: after-the-fact variance to reduce OHWL setback from 100 to 31 feet, side yard from 10 to 7 feet, allow 60.4% impervious coverage, and 320 sq ft in Shore Impact Zone, Lake Washington, Kasota Township
• Ms. Excavating Inc/Tracy Nelson: variance to reduce OHWL setback from 200 to 116 feet for septic absorption area, Lake Pepin, Lanesburgh Township
• Neil & Kelsey Koepp: after-the-fact variance to reduce road right-of-way setback from 75 to 58 feet for accessory structure, Derrynane Township
• Thomas & JoAnn Demerit: variance to reduce bluff setback from 30 to 20 feet, Lake Washington, Washington Township

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review and approve the consent agenda, including minutes and fund transfers, and hear presentations on the 2021 audit results, human services agreements, and planning and zoning updates. The meeting includes a public open forum for citizen comments.

• 2021 audit results presentation by Ryan Engelstad of Baker Tilly
• Human Services Board agenda and 2023 support services agreement
• Planning and Zoning draft minutes and RFA
• County claims approval
• October 2022 transfers and electronic funds transfer report

The Canvass Board certified the 2022 State General and County race election results. The board appointed a Post Election Review Official and selected two precincts for equipment review.

• Appointed Carol Blaschko as Post Election Review Official
• Canvassed 2022 State General and County race election results
• Selected Cleveland Township and Le Center City precincts for Post-Election Review

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Le Sueur County Planning and Zoning Commission will review and possibly revoke a Conditional Use Permit for Beaver Dam Campground/Resort due to alleged noncompliance. The commission will also consider amendments to several sections of the county zoning ordinance.

• Review and possible revocation of Conditional Use Permit for Beaver Dam Campground/Resort for failure to comply with permit conditions
• Amendments to Section 12 (Subdivision/Platting Provisions), Section 18 (Environmental Performance Standards), Section 19 (Land Use Performance Standards), and Section 23 (Amendments/Rezones) of the Le Sueur County Zoning Ordinance

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review and approve the consent agenda, including minutes and financial reports, and hear presentations from county staff. Key items include a proposed animal control services agreement for 2023-2026, public health building remodel costs, and a fleet management update. The meeting is largely routine, with no major policy decisions listed beyond these items.

• Agreement for animal control services 2023-2026
• Public Health Building soft costs and remodel proposal
• Fleet management update
• Electronic funds transfer report
• County claims and human services claims

The Board of Commissioners approved a funding resolution for roadway maintenance and construction projects. They also authorized municipal maintenance agreements totaling $189,050.61 and a furniture bid for $169,303.82.

• Approved funding resolution for roadway maintenance and construction projects (5-0)
• Approved municipal maintenance agreements for seven municipalities totaling $189,050.61 (5-0)
• Approved $169,303.82 bid from Alternative Business Furniture, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved animal control agreement with Minnesota Critter Getters at $600 per month (5-0)
• Approved $381,428.30 in county claims (5-0)
• Approved HS claims for Financial ($32,072.19) and Soc Services ($105,550.80) (5-0)
• Approved granting regular status to Human Services Director Jamie Hayes (5-0)
• Approved October 25, 2022 Board Minutes and Electronic Funds Transfer Report (5-0)

Le Sueur-Scott County Joint Ditch Authority

The Le Sueur-Scott Joint Ditch Authority is holding three separate meetings to address Joint Ditches 4, 1, and 3. Each meeting includes a call to order, approval of the agenda, and a presentation of a lien by Dani Ongie. The meeting for Joint Ditch 3 will have its agenda packet prepared by Scott County.

• Presentation of lien for Joint Ditch 4
• Presentation of lien for Joint Ditch 1
• Joint Ditch 3 agenda packet to be prepared by Scott County
• Commissioners attending virtually from Shakopee and Florida

The Joint Drainage Authority approved assessments and liens for Joint Ditch 4 and Joint Ditch 1 to cover drainage system costs. Both assessments are scheduled for collection over 10 years at a 4.0% interest rate.

• Approved $329,713.33 assessment for Le Sueur/Scott Joint Ditch 4 (5-0)
• Approved $255,483.97 assessment for Scott/Le Sueur Joint Ditch 1 (5-0)

Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board

This is a procedural agenda with no listed discussion items, decisions, or attachments beyond the agenda document itself. The Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board is scheduled to meet, but no substantive topics are specified in the provided text.

• No specific agenda items listed beyond the meeting date and agenda document

The Board approved the meeting agenda and July 2022 minutes. It awarded an infrastructure grant bid to Lime Valley of Mankato and established five meeting dates for 2023.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved July 5, 2022 minutes
• Awarded infrastructure grant bid to Lime Valley, Mankato
• Approved 2023 meeting dates: Feb 7, April 4, June 6 (optional), Aug 1, and Nov 7

Le Sueur County HRA

The Le Sueur County HRA Board is meeting to consider its October 27, 2022 agenda and approve the minutes from its September 29, 2022 meeting. The agenda contains only these procedural items, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of October 27, 2022 agenda
• Approval of September 29, 2022 minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve minutes, hear public comments, and receive updates from county staff. They will consider proposals for the Government Center, switch gear bids for the Justice Center generator, culvert repair bids for Ditch CD23, and recruitment services. The agenda also includes a resolution for Operation Green Light for veterans.

• Government Center updated proposal from Widseth
• Switch gear bids for the Justice Center generator
• CD23 culvert repair bids
• JD1 Le Sueur - Scott County bids
• Operation Green Light for Veterans resolution

The Board granted a Conditional Use Permit for a natural gas compressor station in Sharon Township. Other actions included approving a Government Center schematic design contract and a culvert repair bid. The Board also adopted a resolution supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans.

• Granted Conditional Use Permit for Northern Natural Gas compressor station (4-0)
• Approved Government Center schematic design proposal from Widseth for $47,229.00
• Approved CD23 Culvert Repair Bid for Selly Excavating at $30,204.00
• Approved TZD Coordinator Contract with Anna Holicky
• Approved Operation Green Light for Veterans Resolution
• Approved $11,150.00 proposal with South Central Service Cooperative for HR Director search
• Approved Personnel Board of Appeals Policy and three member appointments
• Tabled Julie Factor's personal leave request and Le Sueur–Scott Counties JD1 Repair Bids

Board of Adjustments

The Le Sueur County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on five variance applications, all seeking relief from shoreland zoning setbacks or impervious surface limits on area lakes. The board will also review and approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. All items are applications for decision.

• Dianna Krautbauer: after-the-fact variance for OHWL setback reductions and 41.8% impervious coverage on Lake Francis (tabled from August 18)
• Charles Britz: variance to reduce septic tank and absorption area setbacks on Lake Tetonka
• Richard & Paula Beer: variance to reduce bluff setback from 30 to 20 feet for new dwelling on Lake Jefferson
• Steve Luethje: variance to expand non-conforming structure and 27.5% impervious coverage on German Lake
• Mary Wilson: variance to reduce septic tank sideyard setback from 10 to 1 foot on Lake Tetonka

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve the consent agenda, which includes minutes, transfers, exempt permits, and liquor licenses. They will also hear presentations from a legislative candidate, MVCOG, and the Human Services Director, and discuss a budget work session.

• Liquor licenses for Little Dandy (Le Center), Minnesota Wing King (St Peter), and Lakeside at Shoreland (St Peter)
• Exempt permit applications for Church of St. Anne event at Scenic Escape Barn and Le Sueur County Fair Foundation at Little Dandy
• County claims to be approved
• Presentation by Marcia Stapleton, MN House District 22B candidate
• Presentation by MVCOG and Human Services Director

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a $130,000 Blandin Foundation grant agreement for community planning, approved the County and Tribal Financial Worker and Case Aide Day Proclamation, and approved Human Services claims totaling $241,837.62. The meeting was held on October 18, 2022, with all five commissioners present.

• Approved agenda for the business of the day (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including October 4, 2022 board minutes, October 12, 2022 JD 5, 18, 38, 63 board minutes, September 2022 transfers, two LG220 exempt permit applications (Church of St. Anne event at Scenic Escape Barn on 11/18/22, Le Sueur County Fair Foundation at Little Dandy), and liquor licenses for Little Dandy (Le Center), Minnesota Wing King (St Peter), and Lakeside at Shoreland (St Peter) (unanimous)
• Approved County and Tribal Financial Worker and Case Aide Day Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services claims: Financial $149,814.68, Social Services $92,022.94 (unanimous)
• Approved Blandin Foundation Grant Agreement for $130,000 for community planning (unanimous)
• Approved county claims totaling $484,437.92 (138 payments, including 30 over $2,000) (unanimous)
• Adjourned until October 25, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for Northern Natural Gas to build a compressor station in an Agriculture district in Sharon Township, and will discuss amendments to four sections of the county zoning ordinance.

• Conditional Use Permit for Northern Natural Gas to construct a compressor station for natural gas export in Agriculture, Mineral Resources, and Airport Overlay districts, Section 6, Sharon Township
• Zoning ordinance amendments to Section 12 (Subdivision/Platting), Section 18 (Environmental Performance Standards), Section 19 (Land Use Performance Standards), and Section 23 (Amendments/Rezones)

Le Sueur-Rice County Joint Ditch Authority

The Le Sueur-Rice County Joint Ditch Authority is meeting to review ditch assessments and discuss a reroute for JD 38. The body will examine expenses and plans related to several joint drainage projects.

• Ditch assessments for JD 5
• Ditch assessments for JD 18
• Ditch assessments and cost estimate for JD 38
• Ditch assessments for JD 63
• Discussion on JD 38 Re-Route with Bailey Griffin (ISG)

The Le Sueur-Rice Joint Ditch Authority approved four ditch liens totaling over $1.1 million for JD5, JD18, JD38, and JD63, all with 4% interest and 10-year terms except JD63 at 15 years. The board also heard a presentation on a proposed JD38 reroute costing $105,480 but took no vote. All actions were unanimous.

• Approved JD5 ditch lien of $103,638.41, 4% interest, 10-year term, $10 minimum assessment (unanimous)
• Approved JD18 ditch lien of $117,995.68, 4% interest, 10-year term, $10 minimum assessment (unanimous)
• Approved JD38 ditch lien of $214,581.83, 4% interest, 10-year term, $10 minimum assessment (unanimous)
• Approved JD63 ditch lien of $237,082.37, 4% interest, 15-year term, $10 minimum assessment (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review and approve the consent agenda, including minutes, fund transfers, and liquor licenses. They will hear reports from county officials on highway projects, sheriff's contracts, SWCD projects, IT equipment, facilities design, HR, and a county surveyor contract. The meeting includes a public open forum for citizen comments.

• Liquor license renewals for 8 establishments including Le Sueur Country Club and The Next Chapter Winery LLC
• Sheriff's contract for Le Sueur 2023 and animal control services agreement 2023-2026
• CD40 Storage and Treatment Wetland Cannon 1W1P project presentation
• Public Health new equipment for 2023 with multiple quotes
• County Surveyor contract with Rory Jensen at Bolton & Menk

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a Medical Examiner Contract Agreement with River Valley Forensic Services for Dr. Kelly Mills through 2023, and approved a $16,278 IT quote for the Public Health Building. The board also approved a promotion, a professional service agreement, and $323,287.82 in county claims. A discussion on the Widseth Government Center Design was tabled for future discussion.

• Approved Medical Examiner Contract Agreement with River Valley Forensic Services, P.A. for Dr. Kelly Mills through 12/31/2023
• Approved Public Health Building IT Quote from IT Savvy LLC for $16,278.00
• Approved promotion of Dave O'Malley to Facility and Grounds Supervisor at $32.67/hour effective October 10, 2022
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with Rory Jensen/Bolton and Menk, Inc. for a one-year term through December 31, 2023
• Approved $323,287.82 in county claims (84 total payments)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement – Minnesota Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force
• Approved HS claims: Financial $21,185.39 and Social Services $66,332.78
• Tabled discussion on Widseth Government Center Design for future meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review the proposed 2023 budget and levy, with a final adoption hearing scheduled for December 20, 2022. The board will also hold public hearings on a proposed moratorium on edible cannabinoid products and a swimming pool ordinance, and consider consent agenda items including a gambling permit for a sheriff's youth project.

• 2023 Proposed Budget and Levy review; final adoption hearing Dec. 20, 2022 at 6 p.m.
• Public hearing on moratorium prohibiting sale/manufacturing of edible cannabinoid products
• Public hearing on Le Sueur County Swimming Pool Ordinance No. 103
• Consent agenda: LG230 gambling permit for Sheriff's Youth Project at Traxler's Hunting Preserve
• Ditch 61 change orders and estimate review

The Board unanimously adopted the 2023 Preliminary Levy of $26,509,351, a 7.7% increase over the 2022 final levy of $24,611,528. They also approved two interim use permits for shoreline work on Lake Jefferson and Lake Washington, a moratorium on edible cannabinoid products, and a new swimming pool ordinance. Several other items were approved, including a grant contract for the Toward Zero Deaths program and a change order for County Ditch 61.

• Adopted 2023 Preliminary Levy of $26,509,351 (7.7% increase) (unanimous)
• Granted Interim Use Permit to Sara Pitzer for grading/filling in bluff/shore impact zone on Lake Jefferson (5-0)
• Granted Interim Use Permit to Anderson Custom Landscape for grading/filling on Lake Washington (5-0)
• Approved 2023 Toward Zero Deaths Safe Roads grant contract with MN Dept. of Public Safety (unanimous)
• Approved regular status for Ben Miller, Highway Maintenance Worker (unanimous)
• Approved County Ditch 61 change order with Braith Excavating for $866 (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $536,244.55 to Max Johnson Trucking for SAP 040-622-001 (unanimous)
• Approved moratorium prohibiting sale/manufacturing/production of edible cannabinoid products (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, covering consent agenda items, public forum, and several presentations and discussions. Key items include an update on the West Jefferson Sewer District with proposed operating policy changes, an economic development presentation from Region 9, a discussion on a shoreland restoration project payment, and a change order for County Ditch 61. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and claims.

• West Jefferson Sewer District operating policy changes update
• Economic development presentation by Region 9 Community Development Director
• Discussion on shoreland restoration project on Clear Lake – payment to Brunz Construction of $1,900 (50% cost share from gravel tax)
• Change Order to County Ditch 61 Improvement Project
• Emergency Assistance Policy update for Human Services

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners approved several personnel actions, including granting regular status to a new appraiser, signing revised memorandums of understanding with Teamsters Local No. 320, and modifying the 2022 Personnel Policy regarding vacation leave. The board also approved a child support awareness proclamation, a human services emergency assistance policy, and various claims and payments, while tabling a change order for further information.

• Approved regular status for Joseph Sullivan, full-time Appraiser (unanimous)
• Approved revised MOU with Teamsters Local No. 320 – Human Services (unanimous)
• Approved revised MOU with Teamsters Local No. 320 – Courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved modification to 2022 Personnel Policy on vacation leave (unanimous)
• Approved Child Support Awareness Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services Emergency Assistance Program Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $1,900 payment to Brunz Construction for Shoreland Restoration project (unanimous)
• Tabled $866 change order for CD 61 to Braith Excavating until more information gathered

Board of Adjustments

The Le Sueur County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2022, to consider three variance applications. These requests seek to reduce required setbacks from road rights-of-way and a wetland for property owners in Montgomery, Lanesburgh, and Kasota townships. The board will also review and approve the agenda and draft minutes from the August 18 meeting.

• Jeanne Bachkora requests variance to reduce State Highway ROW setback from 85 to 1 foot for a future accessory structure in Montgomery Township (tabled from July 21).
• Dylan Dickey requests variance to reduce Township road ROW setback from 65 to 48 feet for a garage addition and to 62 feet for an existing deck and covered entrance in Lanesburgh Township.
• Joey and Laura Hulsebus request variance to reduce Type 7 wetland setback from 75 to 53 feet for a new septic tank in Kasota Township.

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is reviewing two applications for Interim Use Permits involving shoreland disturbance. Both requests seek permission for grading, excavating, and filling to stabilize or repair lakeside structures.

• Interim Use Permit request for 20 cubic yards of material for boathouse and wall stabilization at Cape Horn, Lot 23, Lake Jefferson
• Interim Use Permit request for up to 350 cubic yards of disturbance for retaining wall and boathouse repair at Connor’s Point Subdivision, Lot 4, Lake Washington

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review consent agenda items, hear public comments, and hold a public hearing on proposed zoning ordinance amendments. They will also discuss edible cannabinoid regulation, cybersecurity, website redesign, a swimming pool ordinance, and other administrative items.

• Public hearing on ordinance amendments affecting sections 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4, 17, 22, 25
• Discussion on regulation of edible cannabinoid products
• Notice of public sale of tax forfeited lands on October 11, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.
• Selection of County Surveyor (Bolton & Menk submittal)
• FY'23 SSTS NRBG Grant Agreement

The Le Sueur County Board approved multiple zoning ordinance revisions (5-0) after a public hearing with no comments. They also set public hearings for September 27 on a moratorium for edible cannabinoid products and a swimming pool ordinance. Several personnel actions were approved, including promotions, new hires, and health insurance plans for 2023.

• Approved zoning ordinance revisions (5-0) for multiple sections including rules, definitions, and land use districts
• Set public hearing for September 27 on moratorium for edible cannabinoid products
• Set public hearing for September 27 on swimming pool ordinance
• Approved MnDOT detour agreement for TH 22 traffic on CSAH 21 during summer 2023
• Approved 2023 health insurance plans with employer contributions of $909.50/month (single) and $1,850/month (family)
• Approved purchase of cybersecurity testing from Clifton Larson Allen for $8,370
• Approved tax-forfeited land sales with basic sale prices from $25 to $30,000
• Approved county claims totaling $639,904.27

Le Sueur-Scott County Joint Ditch Authority

This is a procedural meeting of the Le Sueur-Scott County Joint Ditch Authority. The agenda contains only the single item 'Agenda' with an attached PDF document, so no specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed for this meeting.

• Meeting of the Joint Drainage Authority for Le Sueur and Scott County
• Held at Belle Plaine City Hall, Belle Plaine, MN
• Agenda item: Agenda (with attached PDF document)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will consider a potential $6 million general obligation bond for capital improvement projects, with a presentation from financial advisor Ehlers on payment structures and taxpayer impact. The board will also review consent agenda items, including minutes and an electronic funds transfer report, and hear updates from planning, auditor-treasurer, human resources, and emergency management.

• Discussion of $6 million GO bond for capital improvement projects
• Consent agenda: August 16, 2022 board minutes and electronic funds transfer report
• Planning & Zoning: site plan review (IPS_MARIK, revised 08-01-2022)
• Auditor-Treasurer: CD23, CD6, CD21, CD50 expense and taxpayer summaries
• Emergency Management: JoyRide sponsors, equipment and portable radio agreements

The Board granted a Conditional Use Permit to Impact Power Solutions for a Large Solar Energy System (560 kW) in an Agriculture district in Waterville Township, approved 4-1. They also approved four ditch liens totaling over $1 million for County Ditches 23, 6, 21, and 50, and promoted a social worker to Team Lead. The meeting included recognition of JoyRide sponsors and approval of equipment and portable radio agreements.

• Granted Conditional Use Permit for 560 kW solar energy system in Waterville Township (4-1)
• Approved ditch lien for County Ditch 23: $569,163.50 over 10 years at 4% interest (unanimous)
• Approved ditch lien for County Ditch 6: $235,698.41 over 15 years at 4% interest (unanimous)
• Approved ditch lien for County Ditch 21: $94,222.67 over 7 years at 4% interest (unanimous)
• Approved ditch lien for County Ditch 50: $121,609.96 over 10 years at 4% interest (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Sally Weber to Team Lead Social Worker at $43.73/hour (unanimous)
• Approved Equipment Agreement for JoyRide (unanimous)
• Approved Portable Radio Agreement for JoyRide (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Le Sueur County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on five variance applications, each seeking relief from county zoning rules for properties in shoreland districts. The board will consider requests involving setbacks, lot size, impervious surface coverage, and structure height, and will also review and approve the agenda and draft minutes from the previous meeting.

• Marjorie Johnson: extension of variance to enlarge nonconforming structure, 21 ft from bluff, 87 ft from OHWL, 64 ft from ROW, 34.2% impervious surface, Lake Washington, Kasota Township
• Brian & Cynthia Braun: reduce lot size from 1.5 acres (A) and 5 acres (MR) to 0.72 acres, and feedlot separation from 1,000 ft to 508 ft, Sharon Township
• Donna Krautbauer: after-the-fact variance to reduce OHWL setback from 100 to 95 ft, side yard from 10 to 1 ft, increase impervious surface to 41.8%, Lake Francis, Elysian Township
• Pat Barrington: reduce septic drainfield OHWL setback from 75 to 50 ft, and dwelling setback from 20 to 17 ft, Lake Francis, Elysian Township
• Sara Pitzer: increase impervious surface from 25% to 32.2%, and accessory structure height from 10 to 13 ft, Lake Jefferson, Cleveland Township

Parks Board

The Le Sueur County Parks Board is meeting at Lake Washington Regional Park for a construction update, site visit, and tour of the new entrance near County Road 19 and 476th St. The board will also approve March minutes and plan for a future discussion on user fees, including fees for non-profits.

• Construction update and site tour of Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground
• New park entrance near County Road 19 and 476th St
• Plan for next meeting: user fees and user fees for non-profits
• Approve March minutes

The Le Sueur County Parks Board met on August 16, 2022, and approved the agenda and March minutes. They toured the Lake Washington Regional Park construction site and discussed updates. The board decided to move to quarterly meetings and remove the one-hour time limit, but the next meeting date is still to be determined.

• Approved agenda (motion by King, second by Richter)
• Approved March minutes (motion by Rohlfing, second by King)
• Moved to quarterly meetings with no one-hour limit (next date TBD)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve the consent agenda, including minutes, transfers, and two liquor permits for the St Peter Hockey Association. They will also hear updates from the Veterans Service Officer, Ditch Specialist, Human Resources Director, and Human Services Director, and hold work sessions on public assistance fraud and the budget.

• LG214 premises permit applications for St Peter Hockey Association at Minnesota Wing and Prairie Saloon & Grill
• Grant renewal from Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
• Foster care transportation agreement 2022-08 to 2024-08
• Farnsworth contract 2022-2023
• Budget work session led by Finance Director Carol Blaschko

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners approved 30 telecommute/remote work agreements for employees, a new telecommute agreement for one employee, and a promotion for a part-time building worker to full-time. They also approved a grant agreement with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs, a payment for a concrete crossing, a foster care transportation agreement, a mental health consulting contract, and various claims. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved 30 telecommute/remote work agreement renewals (unanimous)
• Approved new telecommute agreement for Ramona Shook (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Stan Stocker to full-time Facility and Grounds Staff at $20.99/hour (unanimous)
• Approved $6,323 payment to Selly Excavating for JD4 Concrete Crossing (unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement with MDVA for County Veterans Service Office Operational Enhancement Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Purchase of Service Agreement with Tri-City United School District for foster care transportation (unanimous)
• Approved Dr. Michael Farnsworth Mental Health Consulting Services Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services claims ($141,791.44) and County claims ($266,281.80) (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners is holding budget meetings to review the 2023 proposed budgets, levies, and budget requests from county departments. The agenda includes several documents detailing these proposals, indicating the board is discussing and potentially deciding on the county's financial plan for the next fiscal year.

• Review of 2023 proposed budgets and levies
• Discussion of 2023 proposed budget requests
• Review of 2023 proposed levy

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a conditional use permit for a large solar energy system in Waterville Township. The commission will also review proposed amendments to several sections of the Le Sueur County Zoning Ordinance.

• Conditional Use Permit for a 560 KW Large Solar Energy System in Waterville Township
• Proposed amendments to various zoning sections including Agriculture, Business, and Industry districts

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, reviewing consent agenda items, hearing public comments, and receiving presentations from MnDOT on the Capital Highway Investment Plan, the County Engineer on highway department matters, and other county staff. The board will also hold a public hearing on County Ditch 62 and discuss a culvert issue for JD4.

• Public hearing on County Ditch 62 benefits and damages
• MnDOT Capital Highway Investment Plan (CHIP) outreach presentation
• County Engineer's highway department agenda
• Adolfson & Peterson Construction snow melt pricing discussion
• JD4 culvert issue with signed bid and concrete documents

The Le Sueur County Board approved a $150,568 change order for the Public Health Snowmelt Alternative, with a 3-1 vote. They also denied a $6,323 extra cost payment to Selly Excavating Inc. for JD4 Concrete Crossing, and approved the redetermined benefits for County Ditch 62. The meeting included several routine approvals and reports.

• Approved $150,568 change order for Public Health Snowmelt Alternative (3-1, King opposed)
• Denied $6,323 extra cost payment to Selly Excavating Inc. for JD4 Concrete Crossing
• Adopted findings and order for redetermined benefits for County Ditch 62
• Approved ending employment of Employee 1852 effective July 29, 2022
• Approved agenda and consent agenda unanimously
• Approved HS claims totaling $126,733.29
• Approved county claims totaling $452,961.58

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review and approve the consent agenda, including minutes from the previous meeting. They will also hear a presentation from the Planning & Zoning Administrator, discuss human resources matters, and consider a resolution related to the Border to Border grant program.

• Border to Border Grant Resolution (BEVCOMM RESOLUTION.PDF)
• Planning & Zoning items: site plan (OTERO_JACKSON), surveys (BOLTON, BURKLAND)
• Approval of July 19, 2022 board minutes and summary minutes
• Human Resources agenda (JULY 26 HR AGENDA.DOCX)

The Board approved a $350,000 funding commitment to support BEVCOMM's 2022 broadband expansion grant application, which would serve 152 homes in Montgomery Township, 89 in Lexington, and 6 in Sharon. The county will pay BEVCOMM after construction is complete, with townships repaying over up to 10 years at zero interest. The Board also granted three conditional use permits for grading/excavating/filling projects and approved personnel actions.

• Approved $350,000 broadband funding commitment for BEVCOMM (4-0)
• Granted conditional use permit to Ashley & Carl Burkland for grading/excavating/filling (4-0)
• Granted conditional use permit to Trulie Bolton for septic system excavation (4-0)
• Granted conditional use permit to Zach Jackson/Jaime Otero for parking area work (4-0)
• Approved regular status for Megan Kirby as Public Health Director (4-0)
• Approved posting for Facility and Grounds Staff position at $20.99/hour (4-0)
• Approved agenda and consent agenda (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider routine approvals, including minutes, a credit card request, and tobacco licenses. They will also hear a presentation on the Le Sueur County Pavilion, discuss a joint powers agreement and court services renewal for the Sheriff's Office, and hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance regulating all-terrain vehicle use on county roads.

• Public hearing on draft ordinance for ATV use on county roads
• JPA and Court Services Agreement renewal for Sheriff's Office
• Le Sueur County Pavilion presentation by Schwickert's
• Credit card request for Kevin Huber, Emergency Management
• 2022-23 Tobacco licenses, including Dollar General #23734, Le Sueur

The board unanimously adopted an ordinance allowing all-terrain vehicles on county roads, effective August 1, 2022, after a public hearing with no comments. It also approved personnel actions, including promotions for Tammy Stewig and Jason Moran, and approved a five-year joint powers agreement with the BCA for CJDN access at $1,080 per year. The Le Sueur County Pavilion proposal was tabled.

• Adopted ATV ordinance on county roads, effective Aug. 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled Le Sueur County Pavilion proposal
• Approved Human Services claims: $127,483.78 financial, $87,559.33 social services (unanimous)
• Promoted Tammy Stewig to Emergency Management Director, Grade 12, Step C, $33.90/hr (unanimous)
• Appointed Jason Moran as Chief Deputy County Attorney, Grade 13, Step H, $44.76/hr (unanimous)
• Approved posting for two Environmental, Planning and Zoning Technicians, Grade 7, Step A, $23.58/hr (unanimous)
• Approved revised Telecommute/Remote Work Policy and Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreement with BCA for CJDN access, $1,080/year for 5 years (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review several requests for conditional use permits involving grading, excavating, and filling. These applications include projects related to residential lots in Washington and Kasota Townships, as well as a parking area for a trucking business in Lanesburgh Township.

• Conditional Use Permit: 60 cubic yards of grading/filling at Biehn’s Southview, Lot 9, Block 1, Section 4, Washington Township
• Conditional Use Permit: Grading/excavating for a new septic system at Arrowood Subdivision, Lot 24, Block 2, Section 8, Kasota Township
• Conditional Use Permit: 1665 cubic yards of grading/filling for a trucking business parking area in Lanesburgh Township

Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board

The Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board is meeting to consider its July 5, 2022 agenda and approve the minutes from its April 5, 2022 meeting. The agenda contains only these two procedural items, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of July 5, 2022 agenda
• Approval of April 5, 2022 minutes

The Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board approved a motion to adjust the FBL pool ordinance after it was rejected due to a wording error, requiring updates and public hearings in each county. The board also approved moving forward with a request for proposal for a marketing/communications consultant, with Sarah Berry as board agent. Discussions covered Healthy Families America grant funding cuts, WIC waiver updates, and opioid settlement planning.

• Approved agenda and April 5, 2022 minutes
• Approved motion to adjust FBL pool ordinance and proceed with state/county attorney review and public hearings
• Approved request for proposal for Marketing/Communications Consultant with Sarah Berry as board agent

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will consider a ditch lien for County Ditch 35, approve claims, and review consent agenda items including prior meeting minutes. They will also hear reports from county staff on public health, human resources, facilities, legal matters, and sewer district policy changes.

• Ditch lien for County Ditch 35: $124,222.29 over 10 years at 4% interest, starting 2023
• Claims approval (HS and County claims)
• Master Joint Powers Agreement and Court Amendment discussion
• West Jefferson Sewer District Operating Policy Changes
• Le Sueur County Pavilion update from Facilities

The Le Sueur County Board approved a series of policy changes for the West Jefferson Sewer District, including a new $100 maintenance surcharge for 2022, increased late fees, and new fees for partial hookups and sewer access. The board also approved a $5,400 GIS web application contract with Bolton & Menk, Inc. and a ditch lien for County Ditch 35. All actions were approved unanimously, with Commissioner Rohlfing abstaining from the sewer district votes.

• Approved $100 maintenance surcharge for all West Jefferson Sewer District properties in 2022 (unanimous, Rohlfing abstaining)
• Approved removal of inactive pumps and half base fee for unconnected properties after Dec 31, 2022 (unanimous, Rohlfing abstaining)
• Approved half monthly base fee for partial hookups and stubbed-in properties starting Jan 1, 2023 (unanimous, Rohlfing abstaining)
• Approved excess use charges as property owner's responsibility unless mechanical failure without discharge (unanimous, Rohlfing abstaining)
• Approved late payment fee increase to $10 per month (unanimous, Rohlfing abstaining)
• Approved $5,500 sewer access charge for new hookups (unanimous, Rohlfing abstaining)
• Approved $5,400 GIS web application contract with Bolton & Menk, Inc. (unanimous, Rohlfing abstaining)
• Approved ditch lien for County Ditch 35 totaling $124,222.29 over 10 years (unanimous)

Le Sueur County HRA

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Le Sueur County Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) board. The only listed item is the approval of the agenda and the minutes from a previous meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Approval of the June 30, 2022 agenda
• Approval of minutes (document 202206291 42752597.PDF)

Board of Commissioners

The board approved a conditional use permit for Steve Boehm to grade, excavate, and fill in the bluff impact zone at Lake Jefferson, with a condition change from 'plastic' to 'landscaping fabric'. It also reviewed a possible revocation of a conditional use permit for Beaver Dam Campground/Resort for noncompliance, but no action was taken. Other approvals included a 4-year siren maintenance contract and regular status for two employees.

• Approved conditional use permit for Steve Boehm for bluff grading/excavation/filling (3-0)
• Reviewed possible revocation of Beaver Dam Campground/Resort conditional use permit (no action)
• Approved 4-year preventative maintenance contract with Ready Watt Electric for 8 sirens at $5,640/year
• Granted regular status to Tammy Dvorak, Public Health RN, effective June 28, 2022
• Granted regular status to Aaron Stubbs, Planning and Zoning Administrator, effective June 22, 2022

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting findings to form a joint drainage authority with Scott County for Joint Ditch 3, appointing commissioners to it. They will also hold a public hearing on ordinance revisions to shoreland regulations and definitions, and review a list of buffer ordinance non-compliant properties. Other items include approving a new contractor for a culvert installation, tobacco licenses, and routine consent agenda items.

• Form joint drainage authority for Scott-Le Sueur Joint Ditch 3 and appoint Commissioners King and Gliszinski
• Public hearing on ordinance revisions to Section 4 (Definitions) and Section 13 (Shoreland Regulations)
• Approve JD4 as new contractor for culvert installation at $24,796.38
• Review 2022 Le Sueur County Buffer Ordinance Non-Compliant List
• Approve 2022-23 tobacco licenses for 19 retailers

The Board approved amendments to Ordinance Sections 4 (Definitions) and 13 (Shoreland Regulations) after a public hearing with no comments. They also approved a $25,000 ditch repair project limit, a $24,796.38 culvert installation contract, and adopted a joint drainage authority for Scott–Le Sueur Joint Ditch 3. Several routine items were approved, including consent agenda, claims, and personnel actions.

• Approved Ordinance amendments to Sections 4 and 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Ditch Repair Project Limit of $25,000 (unanimous)
• Approved JD4 New Contractor for Culvert Installation at $24,796.38 (unanimous)
• Adopted Findings and Order to form Joint Drainage Authority for Scott–Le Sueur Joint Ditch 3 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Annual Report for Highway Department (unanimous)
• Granted regular status to Tammy Stewig and Eva Hansen (unanimous)
• Approved IRS Mileage Rate of 62.5 cents per mile effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved county claims totaling $453,981.57 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustment will consider several applications for variances regarding setbacks, impervious surface coverage, and structure placements. These requests involve solar energy systems, new dwellings, and septic system installations across various townships.

• Solar Energy System setback reduction in Waterville Township
• New dwelling construction setbacks from bluff and road in Elysian Township
• Solar Energy System setback reduction from County State Aid Highway 21 in Kasota Township
• Detached garage setbacks and impervious surface coverage in Washington Township
• Septic system and bluff setback variances in Kasota Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Appeal and Equalization will conduct a meeting to review various property-related documents. The agenda includes reviews of land sales, lakeshore data, and new construction records.

• Review of agricultural land sales from October 2020 to September 2022
• Review of 2021 and 2022 Le Sueur County lakeshore documents
• Review of 2012-2022 Le Sueur County new construction records
• Work session regarding Data Suppression Policy

The Le Sueur County Board of Appeal and Equalization met in special session and unanimously tabled the County Assessor's recommendations for 2022 parcel assessment changes, recessing the hearing until Tuesday, June 21 at 10:00 a.m. Two property owners spoke at the hearing. The board also elected Lance Wetzel as Chairman and John King as Vice Chairman.

• Elected Lance Wetzel as Chairman (unanimous)
• Elected John King as Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Tabled 2022 parcel assessment changes until June 21 (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for grading and septic removal at Lake Jefferson. The commission will also review the possible revocation of an existing permit for Beaver Dam Campground/Resort due to non-compliance with requirements.

• Conditional Use Permit request by Steve Boehm for grading, excavating, and filling in the bluff impact zone at Edgewater Terrace, Lots 29 & 30, Cleveland Township
• Review and possible revocation of a Conditional Use Permit for Beaver Dam Campground/Resort in Elysian Township and Cordova Township

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review consent agenda items, hear department reports, and discuss several key items including a draft ATV ordinance, drainage policy spending limits, and a courthouse demolition project. The meeting includes public open forum and claims approval.

• Draft ATV ordinance presented by County Administrator
• 2022 Non-Compliant Re-Determination of Benefits Ditches List and Drainage Policy Spending Limits
• Courthouse demolition and signage options from Adolfson & Peterson Construction
• Beaver Dam liquor license pending County Attorney and Sheriff approval
• Bobcat trade for facilities department

The Le Sueur County Board approved several routine items including road easements, a Bobcat trade-in, and personnel changes. They denied a $64,266 change order for a snowmelt system and tabled a $75,076 courtroom demolition change order. The board also set a public hearing for a draft ATV ordinance on county roads.

• Approved permanent road easement acquisitions for CSAH 36 Reconstruction in Le Sueur (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for grant request to Greater MN Regional Parks and Trails Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Bobcat trade-in and purchase from Bobcat of Mankato for $15,339.58 (unanimous)
• Approved Ditch Inspector spending limit of $15,000 with additional $15,000 approval authority (unanimous)
• Granted regular status to four employees including Deputy Sheriff James Staupe (unanimous)
• Denied Change Order Alternate #1 – Snowmelt System at $64,266 (unanimous)
• Tabled Courtrooms Demo Total Change Order Request for $75,076
• Set public hearing for draft ATV ordinance on county roads (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Le Sueur County Board of Adjustment will hold a special meeting to consider a variance request from Jesse and Jenna Soller to reduce required road right-of-way setbacks for an attached garage and an enclosed porch on their property in Derrynane Township. The board will also review and approve the agenda and minutes, and may discuss other items. The meeting includes an onsite visit at 2:00 PM before the 3:00 PM hearing.

• Variance to reduce road ROW setback from 65 to 34 feet for attached garage
• Variance to reduce road ROW setback from 65 to 25 feet for enclosed porch
• Property located in SW 1/4 SE 1/4, Section 13, Derrynane Township
• Agriculture 'A' District zoning

Le Sueur County HRA

The Le Sueur County HRA Board is meeting to consider its agenda and approve minutes from a prior session. The agenda contains only routine procedural items, with no substantive decisions or discussions listed.

• Review of May 26, 2022 agenda
• Approval of meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting and hear presentations from county administrators. A work session is scheduled to discuss Emergency Management staffing.

• Review of Ditch 61 change orders from ISG
• SMIF update from Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation
• Emergency Management staffing work session
• Out of state travel request for Veterans Service Officer to San Antonio, TX
• City of Waterville Emergency Management agreement

The Le Sueur County Board approved a conditional use permit for the Parks Department to build stormwater filtration basins and related structures on Lake Washington. The board also approved two change orders for drainage work on CD 61, renewed a phased retirement agreement, gifted a trailer to Waterville, and approved out-of-state travel for the Veterans Service Officer.

• Approved conditional use permit for Le Sueur County Parks Dept. stormwater basins (5-0)
• Approved CD 61 change order for Braith Excavating, $13,280.00
• Approved CD 61 change order for Selly Excavating, Inc., $7,550.00
• Approved Mark Traxler's Phased Retirement Option renewal (unanimous)
• Approved gifting 2004 Rehab Unit trailer to City of Waterville (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Mark Roemhildt to San Antonio, TX (unanimous)

Board of Adjustments

The Board of Adjustment will consider several requests for zoning variances involving setbacks, lot dimensions, and impervious surface coverage. These applications primarily concern properties within shoreland districts on Lake Tetonka, Lake Washington, Lake Jefferson, and Gorman Lake.

• Extension request for Variance #2021028 regarding parking and setbacks at Lake Tetonka
• Variance request for road setback and impervious surface coverage in Kasota Township
• After-the-fact variance for structure height, lot area, and setbacks in Elysian Township
• After-the-fact variance for OHWL, property line, septic, and impervious surface at Lake Jefferson
• Variance request for road Right-Of-Way setback in Cordova Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a design proposal for the Government Center and consider several departmental contracts. The meeting also includes discussions regarding emergency management grants and watershed planning.

• Government Center Design Proposal review
• Ditch Spraying Contract with Nik Kadel
• Contract with Scott SWCD for Lower Minnesota River East One Watershed One Plan development
• Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground Improvements contract with James Bros Construction Inc
• Emergency Management Grant discussion

The board approved several major contracts, including $3,892,716.94 for bituminous projects on CSAH 3 and CSAH 26, and $1,241,298.13 for Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground improvements. They also approved a $50,000 wireless project for Janesville and Southern Le Sueur County (4-1), and accepted a land gift for road right-of-way. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Approved Government Center Remodel Schematic Design by Widseth (unanimous)
• Approved Ditch Spraying Contract with Evergreen Companies (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Scott SWCD for One Watershed One Plan (unanimous)
• Accepted gift of Outlot B and portion of Outlot A, Lakeview Estates, for road right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground improvements contract with James Bros Construction Inc. for $1,241,298.13 (unanimous)
• Approved Janesville and Southern Le Sueur County Wireless Project by Netwave Broadband for $50,000 (4-1, King voting against)
• Approved CSAH 3 and CSAH 26 bituminous contracts with Wm. Mueller & Sons for $3,892,716.94 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 John Deere 772G Motor Grader from RDO Equipment Co. for $359,008.00 after trade (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission is considering a Conditional Use Permit for the Le Sueur County Parks Department. The request involves land alterations and shoreline construction at Lake Washington in Kasota Township.

• Conditional Use Permit for grading, excavating, and filling 1,211 cubic yards of material for two stormwater filtration basins
• Proposed construction of an 8 x 10 beach sand blanket and boulder retaining wall in the shore impact zone at Lake Washington

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several departmental reports and a public hearing regarding changes to zoning rules and definitions. Other discussions include tax forfeited land sales, water quality equipment agreements, and a proposal for the West Parking Lot.

• Public hearing for ordinance amendments regarding district uses, rules, and permits
• Classification of tax forfeit lands and approval of terms for public sale
• Purchase agreements for water quality monitoring equipment with Le Sueur and Steele SWCD
• Review of solid waste permit applications
• VEGA 3 grant agreement review

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners approved multiple items, including zoning ordinance amendments effective June 1, 2022, a resolution to sell tax-forfeited land at a public auction on June 14, 2022, and various contracts and permits. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved zoning ordinance amendments (Sections 4, 7-10, 21, 26) effective June 1, 2022, excluding pool sections (unanimous)
• Approved tax-forfeited land sale resolution for parcels in Kasota and Le Sueur, with public sale set for June 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved $10,308.54 quote for WatchGuard Firebox M390 firewall (unanimous)
• Approved Le Sueur County Drainage ROB Buffer Policy (unanimous)
• Approved water quality monitoring agreements with Steele SWC and Le Sueur SWCD (unanimous)
• Approved solid waste permits for Hansen Sanitation and Fessel's Wood Recycling (unanimous)
• Approved $8,251.94 Voting Equipment Grant Agreement (VEGA-3) (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for independent contracted county surveyor position (unanimous)

Le Sueur County HRA

The agenda consists only of procedural items regarding the review and approval of the April 28, 2022, agenda and minutes.

• Review of April 28, 2022, Agenda and Minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several departmental reports and administrative items. Key discussions include the adoption of the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan and a resolution regarding DNR conservation status on tax forfeited property.

• Adoption of the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan for Le Sueur County
• Review of 2022-2023 Le Sueur County Solid Waste License Applications
• Resolution regarding DNR Conservation Status on Tax Forfeited Property
• Review of LCC heat pump replacement documents
• Approval of April 19, 2022 Board Minutes and Electronic Funds Transfer Report

The Le Sueur County Board approved two conditional use permits: one for a Fall Festival in an Industrial district and one to expand a feedlot from 518 to 798 animal units. The Board also approved multiple solid waste license applications, adopted the 2021 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approved several staffing actions including a promotion and new hires.

• Granted CUP to Joe & Carie Archer for Fall Festival in Industrial district (5-0), removed 75 dB sound limit
• Granted CUP to Jim Hoefs to expand feedlot from 518 to 798 animal units (5-0)
• Approved solid waste licenses for 7 collection/transportation companies and 4 recycling facilities
• Approved Waterville Township SCORE funding for recycling facility at $9,639.62
• Adopted 2021 Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan for Le Sueur County
• Granted regular status to Alison Miller, Rachel Burgess, and Natasha Thelemann
• Promoted Tammy Stewig to Emergency Management Director at $33.10/hour
• Approved hiring Schwickert's to replace two heat pumps at $9,800 and $10,980

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will meet to review various county business, including a public hearing on redistricting. The board will also consider a contract for new tax and CAMA software and review bids for ditch spraying.

• Public hearing regarding the adoption of County Commissioner Districts
• Contract between Le Sueur County and Tyler Technologies for Tax and CAMA software totaling $543,960
• Review of bids for ditch spraying
• Work session regarding paving county gravel roads

The board unanimously adopted a redistricting resolution creating new commissioner districts based on the 2020 Census, with terms starting in 2022 or continuing to 2024. They also approved a $543,960 contract for new tax and assessment software, awarded a $3.89 million road construction contract, and approved various other items. A temporary easement request was tabled.

• Adopted redistricting resolution for commissioner districts (unanimous)
• Approved Tyler Technologies tax/CAMA software contract, $87,300 in 2022, total $543,960 (unanimous)
• Awarded CSAH 3 and CSAH 26 bituminous projects to Wm. Mueller & Sons for $3,892,716.94 (unanimous)
• Awarded ditch mowing bid to Evergreen Companies for $71,512.96 (unanimous)
• Approved replacing failing culvert on JD4, $18,296.38 for culvert, installation bid by Retka Tiling $3,000-$4,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Child Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved Alee Services by Angela Wilson contract for waiver services (unanimous)
• Tabled temporary easement for MN Conference of Seventh-Day Adventists (no vote recorded)

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review two conditional use permit applications and proposed ordinance revisions. These include a request for a fall festival in South Kasota Township and an increase in animal units for a feedlot in Lanesburgh Township.

• Conditional Use Permit for a 'Fall Festival' in South Kasota Township
• Conditional Use Permit to increase animal units from 518 to 798 in Lanesburgh Township
• Proposed ordinance amendments for Sections 4, 21, 26, and Zoning District Uses

Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board

The board will review recent items signed by the Board Agent and discuss 2022-2023 fees for food, beverage, lodging, and MHP/RCA. The agenda also includes a summary of the 2021 Local Public Health Act Reporting and a discussion regarding mental health data.

• Review of Food, Beverage, Lodging, MHP/RCA Fees 2022–2023
• Expiration of fee adjustment
• 2021 Local Public Health Act Reporting summary submission
• Discussion of Mental Health Data
• Updates from the State Community Health Services Advisory Committee

The Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board approved the Children's Therapeutic Services and Supports (CTC) grant for the second half of the year, despite a $11,223 reduction in funding. The board also discussed upcoming infrastructure grant details and changes to food, beverage, lodging, and MHP/RCA fees, which will return to pre-COVID levels effective June 1, 2022.

• Approved CTC grant for second half of year, with reduced funding of $11,223 (motion by De Malterer, seconded by Christopherson)
• Approved agenda with added items 1ci, 1cii, and 2c (motion by Rohlfing, seconded by Christopherson)
• Approved minutes of February 1, 2022 (motion by O'Keefe, seconded by Gliszinski)
• Adjourned meeting at 2:18 pm (motion by Christopherson, seconded by De Malterer)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review consent agenda items including minutes, a liquor license renewal, and financial reports. They will also hear presentations on a hazardous waste agreement with Scott County, an election security grant, and a sewer connection request for a property on West Lake Drive. The meeting includes public comment and work sessions on tax/CAMA programs and elections.

• Best Point Resort, Waterville liquor license renewal
• 2022-2023 Reciprocal Use Agreement with Scott County for hazardous waste facility
• State of Minnesota 2022 Election Security Grant Agreement
• West Jefferson Sewer District connection for 28672 W. Lake Drive, with proposed charges of $1,000 to City of Cleveland and $3,500 to Sewer District
• Ditch liens and pay applications for Ditch 43, CD32, CD58, CD67

The Le Sueur County Board approved a $6,744,700 contract with SM Hentges and Sons for the reconstruction of CSAH 36 in Le Sueur, and accepted a $1.25M state grant for the project. The board also approved several ditch liens, a vehicle lift purchase, and various agreements and claims. All votes were unanimous unless noted.

• Approved $6,744,700 contract with SM Hentges and Sons for CSAH 36 reconstruction
• Approved resolution accepting $1,250,000 LRIP grant for CSAH 36 project
• Approved $8,270 purchase of two-post vehicle lift from Midwest Equipment Specialists
• Approved 2022-2023 reciprocal use agreement with Scott County for hazardous waste facility
• Approved 2022 Election Security Grant Agreement for $26,268.37
• Approved County Ditch 32 lien of $78,315.89 (14.5%) over 7 years
• Approved County Ditch 58 lien of $321,129.92 (5%) over 15 years
• Approved County Ditch 67 lien of $153,232.48 (5%) over 10 years

Le Sueur County HRA

The board will review the agenda for the March 31, 2022 meeting and the minutes from the February 24, 2022 meeting.

• Review of March 31, 2022 Agenda
• Review of February 24, 2022 Minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the Lake Washington Regional Park Project bid award and a change order for County Ditch 41. The meeting also includes updates on economic development, aquatic invasive species education, and property split review authority.

• Award bid for Lake Washington Regional Park Project
• Approve Change Order #1 for the County Ditch 41 project
• Review LG220 Application for Exempt Permit - Le Sueur County Friends - Caribou Gun Club
• Discuss 2022 Aquatic Invasive Species Education Campaign Contract with KNXR FM 97.5
• Draft resolution assuming property split review authority

Parks Board

The Parks Board will discuss winter use, construction, and reservations for Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Geldner Saw Mill conditions assessment and a 2023 DNR grant for Montgomery Trail.

• Lake Washington Regional Park & Campground updates
• Geldner Saw Mill conditions assessment
• Montgomery Trail 2023 DNR Grant
• Rays Lake Park recreation programming
• Connecting People to the Outdoors Small Grant

The Le Sueur County Parks Board reviewed initial construction bids for Lake Washington Regional Park and Campground, with plans to award a contract at the next county board meeting. The board also discussed summer programming, including weekend activities and food vendors, and set April 1 as the start date for online camping reservations. No formal votes were taken on these items; the meeting was primarily informational and procedural.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved January minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:01 pm (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review and approve the consent agenda, hear public comments, and receive reports from county staff. Key items include updated gravel tax policies, bid results for the CSAH 36 project, and the 2021 feedlot annual report. The board will also consider changing a December meeting date and discuss a contract with WJLSSD.

• Updated Gravel Tax Policies and new gravel pit reclamation contract
• Bid results for CSAH 36 project
• 2021 Le Sueur County Feedlot Annual and Financial Reports
• Change December 6th board meeting to December 13th
• WJLSSD Contract Pricing

The board awarded a $6,744,700 contract for SAP 040-636-013 (CSAH 36, South Main, Ferry St.) to S.M. Hentges & Sons, contingent on City of Le Sueur approval, and approved related agreements. It also approved purchases of two police interceptors, a gravel pit reclamation contract, a gravel tax shoreland cost-share policy, and several other policies and reports. All votes were unanimous except one abstention on WJLSSD Contract Pricing.

• Awarded $6,744,700 road contract to S.M. Hentges & Sons (unanimous)
• Approved $759,598 construction administration agreement with Bolton & Menk (unanimous)
• Approved cost participation agreement with City of Le Sueur (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 2022 Ford Police Interceptor SUVs for $66,496 (unanimous)
• Approved new Gravel Pit Reclamation Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Gravel Tax Shoreland Cost-Share Policy 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Feedlot Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved WJLSSD Contract Pricing (Rohlfing abstaining)

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a request from Impact Power Solutions for a time extension on a conditional use permit. This permit concerns a 1 MW Solar Energy System in Kasota Township.

• Request for extension to Conditional Use Permit #2021104 for a 1 MW Solar Energy System in an Agriculture “A” District (NW 1/4 SE 1/4, Section 24, Kasota Township)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on proposed amendments to the septic regulations and subdivision ordinance, and will consider setting a park dedication fee for the Wendelschafer plat. The board will also review consent agenda items, including minutes from previous meetings, and hear updates from county staff on highway bids, human resources, and vehicle purchases.

• Public hearing on amendments to septic regulations and subdivision ordinance
• Set park dedication fee for Wendelschafer plat
• Purchase of 2018 and 2022 Chevy Equinox vehicles
• Seasonal bids and updates from County Engineer
• Email retention policy and face covering policy

The Board unanimously approved amendments to the Zoning Ordinance (Sections 4 and 17) and repealed the Subdivision Ordinance, replacing it with a new Land Division Ordinance effective June 1, 2022. It also approved a 10% park dedication fee for the Lakeview Estates plat, personnel actions, vehicle purchases, and claims totaling $190,465.56.

• Approved zoning ordinance amendments to Sections 4 and 17, effective April 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Repealed Subdivision Ordinance and adopted new Land Division Ordinance, effective June 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 10% park dedication fee on 12.67 acres for Lakeview Estates plat (5-0)
• Granted regular status to Loni Davies, Administrative Assistant III, effective March 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Hired Jordan Volk as full-time Dispatcher at $22.24/hour, effective March 9, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2018 Chevrolet Equinox for $25,908.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Chevrolet Equinox for $32,610.00 (unanimous)
• Approved county claims totaling $190,465.56 (unanimous)

Le Sueur County HRA

This is a procedural meeting of the Le Sueur County HRA Board. The only listed action is to consider the February 24, 2022 agenda and approve the December 9, 2021 minutes. No substantive decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Review of February 24, 2022 agenda
• Approval of December 9, 2021 minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur and Scott County Joint Drainage Authority is holding a special meeting to review reports, benefits and damages assessments, land classifications, and timelines for three drainage systems: JD 1, JD 1 Lat 2, and JD 4. The agenda includes only these review items and adjournment, with no decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of JD 1 Lat 2 report and benefits/damages
• Review of JD 1 report and benefits/damages
• Review of JD 4 report and benefits/damages
• Land class documents for JD 1, JD 1 Lat 2, JD 4
• Changes summary for Le Sueur-Scott drainage systems

The Scott-Le Sueur Joint Ditch 1, Joint Ditch 1 Lateral 2, and Le Sueur-Scott Joint Ditch 4 boards held a joint hearing and unanimously approved findings and orders for the redetermination of benefits for each drainage system. They also consolidated Joint Ditch 1 and Joint Ditch 1 Lateral 2. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Adopted findings and order for Redetermination of Benefits for Scott-Le Sueur Joint Ditch 1 (unanimous)
• Adopted findings and order for Redetermination of Benefits for Scott-Le Sueur Joint Ditch 1, Lateral 2 (unanimous)
• Adopted findings and order for Redetermination of Benefits for Scott-Le Sueur Joint Ditch 4 (unanimous)
• Consolidated Scott-Le Sueur Joint Ditch 1 and Joint Ditch 1, Lateral 2 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the February 15, 2022, meeting minutes and an electronic funds transfer report. The agenda includes a discussion regarding a temporary easement on tax forfeiture land for the CSAH 36 road project.

• On-sale liquor license for St. Thomas Sportsman Club
• Temporary easement on tax forfeiture property for CSAH 36 road project
• Waterguards Inspection Services agreement
• Over/Under Resolution for Auditor-Treasurer's Office payments

The board granted a conditional use permit for a 6-lot final plat called Lakeview Estates in a shoreland district on Lake Jefferson, approved two 2022-2024 labor agreements with Teamsters Local 320, and adopted a resolution on handling small over/under payments. It also approved several other items including a watercraft inspection agreement, a temporary easement, and payments for ditch repairs, while tabling a change order for CD61 until more information is gathered.

• Granted conditional use permit for Lakeview Estates 6-lot plat (3-0)
• Approved 2022-2024 labor agreements with Teamsters Local 320 (Human Services and Courthouse units)
• Adopted Over/Under Remittance Resolution for payments under $10
• Granted temporary easement for PID 21.680.0720 for CSAH 36 retaining wall
• Approved final payment of $5,745.38 to Selly Excavating for County Ditch 29 repair
• Approved $550/acre payment for 8.12 acres temporary damages from CD 29 construction
• Tabled CD61 change order for lower branch tile until more info gathered

Board of Adjustments

The Le Sueur County Board of Adjustments will decide on three applications for variances from the county zoning ordinance. The requests involve reducing lot dimensions for a lakefront subdivision, decreasing a setback for an agricultural bin, and adjusting septic and impervious surface requirements. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and discussing warrants.

• Variance request by Kevin & Ann Christian to reduce lot width, area, and buildable area in Biehns’s Subdivision, Washington Township
• Variance request by O’Connell Oil Company to reduce OHWL setback from 250 feet to 79 feet for a 27-foot diameter bin in Derrynane Township
• Variance request by John & Becky Herrley to reduce septic drainfield and dwelling setbacks in Irish Subdivision, Elysian Township

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the consent agenda, including minutes, transfers, permits, and a credit card request. They will hear reports from county staff on topics such as a $2,200 allotment for Memorial Day expenses, a highway union contract, and a public health building HVAC project. The board will also discuss contracts for aquatic invasive species education and watercraft inspections, and review parks and facilities updates.

• Renewal of consumption and display permit for Caribou Gun Club Inc.
• Off-site gambling application for Mankato Area Hockey Association bingo event.
• Asbestos abatement quotes for old jail building: $8,100, $8,680, $9,780.
• Contract with Mississippi Headwaters for aquatic invasive species education.
• Work session on gravel tax funds discussion.

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider amendments to the county's subdivision and zoning ordinances. The body will also review a request for a conditional use permit for a 6-lot residential development.

• Conditional Use Permit request for Lakeview Estates (6 lots) in Cleveland Township
• Zoning Ordinance amendments to Section 4 (Definitions) and Section 17 (Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems)
• Subdivision Ordinance amendments regarding the process of platting and dividing land

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a briefing on the Cannon River Watershed Study and consider several administrative items including a COVID preparedness plan update. The meeting also includes discussions regarding an antenna agreement with the City of St. Peter and ordinance revisions.

• Approval of Pay Application #2 for County Ditch 43 Repair Project to Brunz Construction in the amount of $24,783.16
• Briefing on Cannon River Watershed Study
• Agreement for the City of St. Peter to place an antenna on a pole
• Resolution regarding the appointment of County Surveyor
• Work session on ordinance revisions

The Le Sueur County Board approved several items, including a $4,128,917 bond release for the COVIA Kasota plant and a conditional $3,090,008 release for the Ottawa plant. They also adopted a revised COVID policy, amended the West Jefferson Sewer District resolution, and approved a 25-year antenna site lease with the City of St. Peter. All votes were unanimous except the sewer resolution, which passed 4-0 with one abstention.

• Approved $4,128,917 COVIA bond release for Kasota plant (unanimous)
• Approved $3,090,008 COVIA bond release for Ottawa plant, contingent on bond increase (unanimous)
• Adopted revised Le Sueur County COVID Policy (unanimous)
• Amended West Jefferson Sewer District resolution on property owner billing (4-0, Rohlfing abstaining)
• Approved 25-year antenna site lease with City of St. Peter at 33169 County Highway 107 (unanimous)
• Approved pay application #2 for County Ditch 43 Repair to Brunz Construction for $24,783.16 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution making County Surveyor an appointed position (unanimous)
• Approved $758,604.70 in county claims (unanimous)

Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board

The Le Sueur-Waseca Community Health Board approved submitting an Infrastructure Grant application to MDH, elected new officers for 2022, and appointed committee members. The board also reviewed financial status of various grants and discussed updates on lodging ordinances and SHIP.

• Approved submission of Infrastructure Grant application (motion carried)
• Elected Brad Krause as Chair, Dan O'Keefe as Vice Chair, John King as Secretary
• Appointed DeAnne Malterer as SCHSAC Committee Member, John King as Alternate
• Approved revised Resolution of Board's Agent: Sarah Berry, Alternate Megan Kirby

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposed septic system ordinance for Volney, Gorman, and Cordova townships, with two draft versions under consideration. The board will also review consent agenda items including minutes and an electronic funds transfer report, and hear updates on a shoreline project, a ditch repair extension, and a carpet bid opening.

• Public hearing on septic inventory ordinance for Volney, Gorman, and Cordova townships
• Al Reak shoreline project local cost share funds through gravel tax
• Request for extension on County Ditch 43 repair project
• Carpet bid opening for facilities
• AMC District 7 meeting scheduled for June 8, 2022

The board denied a zoning amendment request that would have allowed short-term private lodging rentals in the Agriculture District, voting 3-0. It also adopted a septic inspection ordinance for Volney, Gorman, and Cordova townships, approved a shoreline project and a carpet bid, and accepted a crime victim services grant.

• Denied zoning amendment for short-term lodging rentals (3-0)
• Adopted septic inspection ordinance for Volney, Gorman, Cordova
• Approved Al Reak Shoreline Project with up to $5,000 local cost share
• Approved extension for County Ditch 43 Repair until March 31, 2022
• Awarded carpet bid to Carpet Castle, LLC for $6,245.50
• Approved Crime Victim Services grant contract for $150,400

Board of Adjustments

The Le Sueur County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request by Kevin and Ann Christian to reduce lot width, lot area, and buildable area requirements to create two nonconforming lots in a Recreational Residential district on Lake Jefferson. The board will also review and approve the agenda and the draft minutes from December 16, 2021. No other substantive items are listed.

• Variance request by Kevin & Ann Christian for Lots 1, 2, & 3 Biehns's Subdivision, Section 4, Washington Township
• Property located on Lake Jefferson, a Recreational Development lake
• Variance sought for lot width, lot area, and buildable area
• Approval of draft minutes from December 16, 2021

Parks Board

The Le Sueur County Parks Board is meeting to review 2021 operational data for Lake Washington, Clear Lake, and Richter Woods, including revenues, expenses, and user statistics. They will also consider 2022 user fees, rental agreements, and preliminary design plans for Lake Washington campground improvements. The agenda includes approval of October 2021 minutes and organizational structure documents.

• 2021 Lake Washington camping breakdown and revenue/expense report
• 2021 Clear Lake campground user data
• 2021 Richter Woods barn rental report and revenue/expense breakdown
• 2022 Parks user fees
• ISG preliminary design plans for Lake Washington campground improvements

The Le Sueur County Parks Board elected Larry Maruska as President, Mike Schultz as Vice-President, and Brigid Tuck as Secretary. They reviewed 2021 park revenues and expenses, noting higher-than-budgeted spending partly due to an archaeological study, and set the 2022 budget at $385,864. The board also discussed fee updates, rental agreements, and a new camping software vendor, but took no final action on these items.

• Elected Larry Maruska as President, Mike Schultz as Vice-President, Brigid Tuck as Secretary (motion carried)
• Approved October minutes (motion carried)
• Reviewed 2021 budget: actual revenue $367,832, expenses $418,508.79 vs. budget $334,916
• Set 2022 budget at $385,864 revenue and expense
• Reviewed 2022 user fees: Richter Woods $100 general, $350 wedding, $25 outside setup; campground rentals $35
• Reviewed updated rental agreements for Richter Woods Barn and Lake Washington Community Building
• Discussed camping software vendor Res Nexus, no decision made
• Adjourned at 6:04 pm (motion carried)

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will review and approve the consent agenda, including minutes and an electronic funds transfer report. They will hear presentations from county staff on highway department items, a SWCD professional services contract, an audit engagement letter, a Help America Vote Act grant resolution, human resources items, and human services contracts. The board will also recognize County Attorney Brent Christian for 25 years of service.

• 2022 Professional Services Contract with SWCD
• Engagement letter from Baker Tilly for audits 2021-2023
• Resolution to apply for 2022 Help America Vote Act Grant
• Human services contracts: Alternative Resolutions, Paul Dietzman, Inspire Services
• Recognition of County Attorney Brent Christian for 25 years of service

The Le Sueur County Board approved several operational items, including advertising for 2022 road projects, purchasing a rotary mower, and approving contracts for ditch maintenance, audits, and union agreements. They also approved the 2022 dedicated reserves, delegated claim approval authority, and designated financial depositories. All votes were unanimous except the 2022 Ditch Contract, which passed with one opposing vote.

• Approved advertising for 2022 road projects (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Diamond Rotary Mower and Forestry Door Kit for $18,059.00 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Ditch Contract (4-1, King opposed)
• Approved 2022 Ditch Specialist Budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2023 Audit Engagement Letter with Baker Tilly (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to apply for 2022 Help America Vote Act Grant (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 dedicated reserves totaling $20,879,739.25 (unanimous)
• Approved Teamsters Local #320 contracts for Correctional Officers/Dispatchers and Deputy Sheriffs (unanimous)

Planning and Zoning Comission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a request to amend the county zoning ordinance. The proposal seeks to allow short-term private lodging rentals as a conditional use within the Agriculture District.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance Section 8 (Agriculture District) to add Short Term Private Lodging Rental as a Conditional Use
• Proposed addition of a definition to Section 4
• Proposed addition of performance standards to Section 19

Board of Commissioners

The Le Sueur County Board of Commissioners will hold its annual reorganization, electing a chair and vice-chair, and will review consent agenda items including minutes, a credit card request, and December transfers. They will also hear reports from county staff, including the assessor's annual abatement report, an IT proposal for new computers, and a public health update. The board will set the 2022 Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting for June 14, and discuss broadband funding opportunities.

• Election of 2022 Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• 2021 Clerical Abatements and Additions to the Tax Rolls Annual Report
• 2022 PC/Laptop Purchase (quotes from SHI)
• Set 2022 Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting for June 14, 2022 at 6:30 p.m.
• Discussion on broadband funding opportunities and RDOF

The Le Sueur County Board approved $85,000 for the Le Sueur County Historical Society (4-1), with $50,000 paid now and $35,000 on June 1, 2022. The board tabled a draft OSHA COVID vaccination/testing policy for further consideration. It also approved the 2022 PC/laptop purchase, union wage agreements, and several personnel actions.

• Approved $85,000 for Le Sueur County Historical Society (4-1)
• Tabled OSHA COVID vaccination/testing policy
• Approved 2022 PC/Laptop purchase with IT Savvy at $71,527.00 (5-0)
• Approved union wage agreements for Teamsters (5-0)
• Granted regular status to Megan Block, Garrett Block, and Scott O'Brien (5-0 each)
• Approved Megan Kirby's personal leave of absence (5-0)
• Set 2022 Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting for June 14 (5-0)
• Designated Le Sueur County News as legal paper for 2022 (5-0)