Morrison County, MN

Board of Adjustment

The Morrison County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications: one from Rainbow Acres Dairy Property LLC to encroach on a property line and road right-of-way for an animal holding area addition, and one from Marnita Van Hoecke to develop a parcel that cannot support a Type I septic system. The board will also consider new or old business, approve the August 18, 2026 minutes, and adjourn.

• Rainbow Acres Dairy Property LLC – variance for animal holding area addition encroaching on property line and road right-of-way at 13399 Highway 28, Swanville, Culdrum Township
• Marnita Van Hoecke – variance to develop parcel without Type I septic system at 21828 205th Ave, Little Falls, Ripley Township

Board of Adjustment

The Morrison County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on one rezoning application and two variance requests. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings. The agenda includes a rezoning for a dwelling addition and variances for a septic system and a non-conforming structure expansion.

• Rezone 31059 Aster Rd, Cushing from commercial to residential for dwelling addition
• Variance for William & Karla Nornberg at 13596 179th St, Little Falls to create lot without Type I septic
• Variance for Mark & Denise Biermaier at 31085 Fish Trap Lake Dr, Cushing to expand non-conforming structure
• Approval of August 18, 2026 Planning Commission minutes
• Approval of September 1, 2026 Board of Adjustment minutes

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on one rezoning application and two variance requests. They will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes. The rezoning would change a parcel from commercial to residential for a dwelling addition.

• Rezone 31059 Aster Rd, Cushing, from commercial to residential for dwelling addition
• Variance for William & Karla Nornberg at 13596 179th St, Little Falls, to create a lot that cannot support a Type I septic system
• Variance for Mark & Denise Biermaier at 31085 Fish Trap Lake Dr, Cushing, to expand a non-conforming structure

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board will consider a consent agenda including warrants totaling $6,614,768.67, a wireless infrastructure refresh not to exceed $66,000, a new tobacco license for Bob & Fran's in Swanville, and a care coordination contract with Medica. They will also discuss the Crookneck Lake Improvement District, Council on Aging, and a public hearing.

• Approve warrants totaling $6,614,768.67
• Approve wireless refresh not to exceed $66,000 from Capital Equipment Fund
• Approve new tobacco license for Bob & Fran's (formerly Big Johnson Market), Swanville, new owners Paul & Kathey Koetter
• Approve contract for care coordination on behalf of Medica (effective Oct 1, 2026)
• Public hearing on agenda

Board of Adjustment

The Morrison County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance requests: one to expand a non-conforming structure in Cushing and another to create a septic-unsuitable lot in Little Falls. The board will also review and approve minutes from its previous meeting.

• Variance request by Eric & Tracy LeBlanc for non-conforming structure expansion at 5062 Island View Dr, Cushing
• Variance request by Craig Freudenrich to create a septic-unsuitable lot at 25376 Jewel Rd, Little Falls
• Approval of July 7, 2026 Board of Adjustment minutes

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding an interim use permit and two variances. The body will also review meeting minutes from previous sessions.

• Interim Use Permit application for an Autobody/Collision Repair Shop at 16949 185th Ave
• Variance application to expand a non-conforming structure at 5062 Island View Dr
• Variance application to develop a lot that cannot support a Type I septic at 25376 Jewel Rd

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including warrants totaling $1,028,258.94, the June 30 cash report, a raffle permit for Operation Recon, an investment policy, and a separation agreement with an employee. They will also hear reports from Health and Human Services, Land Services, and Veterans Services, and issue a Child Support Awareness Month proclamation.

• Approve warrants paid July 24 and 31, 2026 totaling $1,028,258.94
• Approve Morrison County Investment Policy
• Approve separation agreement between Morrison County and an employee
• Approve Minnesota exempt permit for Operation Recon raffle at Mud Fest Hillman, Sept 4-7, 2026
• Approve June 30, 2026 cash report showing total fund balance of $64,895,660.29

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a conditional use permit application from Christopher Hoheisel to exceed the allowable dwelling density at 23313 Highway 27 in Agram Township, and a discussion on renewable energy. The commission will also consider approval of the July 21, 2026 meeting minutes and conduct new or old business before adjourning. The Board of Adjustment has no public hearings scheduled.

• Conditional Use Permit application to exceed dwelling density – 23313 Highway 27, Pierz (Agram Township)
• Renewable energy discussion (public hearing)
• Approval of July 21, 2026 meeting minutes
• New or old business items
• Adjournment

The Morrison County Planning Commission held a public hearing and voted on a conditional use permit application by Christopher Hoheisel to exceed allowable dwelling density on property in Agram Township. The motion to recommend approval failed with four opposing votes and one in favor. The application will be considered by the Morrison County Board of Commissioners on August 11, 2026.

• Denied recommendation for conditional use permit to exceed dwelling density (4-1)
• Approved July 21, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:36 p.m. (unanimous)

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board will vote on a consent agenda including routine licenses, warrants, and a joint powers agreement with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for community corrections. They will also receive reports from the Council on Aging, Swift Energy, Land Services, Health and Human Services, and the County Administrator.

• Approve Joint Powers Agreement with BCA for community corrections
• Approve Repurchase Application of Tax Forfeited Property
• Approve New Tobacco License for Hillman Auto, Tire and Towing
• Approve 2AM Liquor License Renewal for Grub and Pub
• Approve Low Potency Hemp Edible Retail Registration

The Morrison County Board approved two interim use permits for temporary meteorological towers on properties owned by Troy & Rebecca Kapsner and Keith and Monica Funt Joint Revocable Trust, both in partnership with Swift Current Energy. The board also approved a conditional use permit for Allandale Dairy Partnership to establish a 720-animal-unit swine operation. Auditor warrants totaling $1,885,813.91 were approved for payment.

• Approved interim use permit for met tower on PID 13.0072.000 (Kapsner/Swift Current Energy)
• Approved interim use permit for met tower on PID 17.0242.000 (Funt Trust/Swift Current Energy)
• Approved conditional use permit for 720-animal-unit swine operation (Allandale Dairy Partnership)
• Approved auditor warrants totaling $1,885,813.91

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three land-use applications. Two applicants seek interim use permits for temporary meteorological towers in Hillman and Morrill Townships. A third applicant requests a conditional use permit for a Tier III hog feedlot in Buckman Township. The Board of Adjustment has no items on its agenda for this meeting.

• Interim use permit for temporary meteorological tower, Hillman Township (Troy & Rebecca Kapsner / Swift Current Energy)
• Interim use permit for temporary meteorological tower, Morrill Township (Keith & Monica Funt / Swift Current Energy)
• Conditional use permit for Tier III hog feedlot, Buckman Township (Allandale Dairy Partnership)

The Morrison County Planning Commission recommended approval of three permits: two interim use permits for temporary meteorological towers (Swift Current Energy) and one conditional use permit for a Tier III hog feedlot (Allandale Dairy Partnership). All recommendations will go before the Morrison County Board of Commissioners on July 28, 2026. The meeting also included approval of the July 7, 2026 minutes and adjournment.

• Recommended approval of interim use permit for meteorological tower in Hillman Township (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of interim use permit for meteorological tower in Morrill Township (all in favor)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for Tier III hog feedlot in Buckman Township (all in favor)
• Approved July 7, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:22 p.m. (all in favor)

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners approved its consent agenda, recognized a retiring employee, and considered several permits and licenses. It awarded a $308,032.75 contract to Kowalczyk Gravel, Inc. for aggregate surfacing on the Soo Line Recreational Trail. The board also designated all vendor payments as auditor warrants and approved new food‑pool and lodging licenses for multiple businesses.

• Approve $308,032.75 contract to Kowalczyk Gravel, Inc. for aggregate surfacing on the Soo Line Recreational Trail (Resolution#2026-050)
• Designate all vendor payments as auditor warrants covering $13,898,656.32 (Resolution#2026-049)
• Approve Interim Use Permit for Northland Reliability Project temporary contractor storage yard
• Approve new food‑pool and lodging licenses for venues such as Lake Shamineau Lookout, Falls Bar, and Rising Loon Coffee
• Approve final payment certificate for Sir Lines‑A‑Lot, LLC for 2026 pavement markings

The Board of Commissioners approved auditor warrants totaling $13,898,656.32. The meeting record also includes an insurance certificate for Mudfest LLC regarding a right-of-way bond.

• Approved auditor warrants totaling $13,898,656.32

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on July 7, 2026. The Planning Commission will consider an after-the-fact conditional use permit for a Tier IV dairy feedlot expansion and a conditional use permit for a mini-storage facility. The Board of Adjustment will hear five variance applications, including requests for setbacks, septic separation, and additional dwellings.

• David & Sara Brutscher – after-the-fact conditional use permit to expand to Tier IV dairy feedlot in Ripley Township
• Platte River Prairie LLC – conditional use permit for a mini-storage facility in Bellevue Township
• Chad & Amy Kronbach – variance to separate parcel that cannot support two Type I septics in Morrill Township
• Christopher Nieland – after-the-fact variance to encroach on side property line with accessory structure in Scandia Valley Township
• Gary & Sharon Justin – variance to exceed allowable dwellings on a parcel in Darling Township

The Planning Commission recommended approval for two conditional use permits. Both applications will move to the Morrison County Board of Commissioners on July 14, 2026.

• Recommended approval of After-the-Fact Conditional Use Permit for David & Sara Brutscher to expand to a Tier IV dairy feedlot (All in favor)
• Recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit for Platte River Prairie LLC to establish a mini-storage facility (All in favor)
• Approved June 23, 2026 minutes (All in favor)

Board of Adjustment

The Morrison County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on July 7, 2026. The Planning Commission will consider an after-the-fact conditional use permit for a Tier IV dairy feedlot expansion and a permit for a new mini-storage facility. The Board of Adjustment will hear five variance applications, including requests to separate parcels with septic issues and to allow encroachments. The meetings are at the Government Center in Little Falls.

• David & Sara Brutscher – after-the-fact CUP to expand to Tier IV dairy feedlot in Ripley Township
• Platte River Prairie LLC – CUP to establish a mini-storage facility in Bellevue Township
• Chad & Amy Kronbach – variance to separate parcel with insufficient space for two Type I septics in Morrill Township
• Christopher Nieland – after-the-fact variance to encroach on side property line with accessory structure in Scandia Valley Township
• Gary & Sharon Justin – variance to exceed allowable dwellings on parcel in Darling Township

The Morrison County Board of Adjustment approved variances for the Kronbach, Strandberg, and Justin properties, and continued two after-the-fact variance applications (Nieland and Stroot) to gather more information. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved variance for Chad & Amy Kronbach to separate a parcel for a home without basement (all in favor)
• Continued Christopher Nieland's after-the-fact variance for a survey (all in favor)
• Continued Marc & Teresa Stroot's after-the-fact variance for a survey and structure record (all in favor)
• Approved variance for Ryan & Kathryn Strandberg to separate feedlot residence (all in favor)
• Approved variance for Gary & Sharon Justin to exceed allowable dwellings with condition to keep homes in same footprint (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from June 23, 2026 (all in favor)

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a consent agenda including warrants, several license renewals, and a request to set a public hearing date. They will also receive reports from the Sheriff, Land Services, Auditor/Treasurer, and Public Works, and hold closed sessions for IT and administration matters.

• Approve request to set a public hearing date (purpose unspecified)
• Approve new food pool and lodging licenses (items 5.6 and 5.7)
• Approve temporary and 2am liquor licenses (item 5.8)
• Approve precious metal dealer license renewal (item 5.9)
• Closed sessions for IT (10.1) and Administration (10.2)

The Board of Commissioners recommended approval of an Interim Use Permit for a temporary contractor's storage yard in Pierz Township. The site will serve as a hub for regional high-capacity power grid infrastructure construction for up to three years. The project includes land preparation, fencing, and the staging of equipment and materials.

• Recommended approval of Interim Use Permit for Northland Reliability Project (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an application by Long Prairie Project Associates LLC to amend an existing interim use permit by removing two conditions. The Board of Adjustment will hold hearings on three variance applications: one to add onto a non-conforming structure in Agram Township, one to develop a lot without a Type I septic in Two Rivers Township, and one to add onto a non-conforming structure in Morrill Township. Both bodies will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Long Prairie Project Associates LLC – Interim Use Permit amendment to remove two conditions (1280 180th St, Long Prairie; Parker Township)
• Justin & Lori Waters – Variance to add onto a non-conforming structure (24019 Pine View Rd, Pierz; Agram Township)
• Alex Lange – Variance to develop a newly created lot that cannot support a Type I septic (no property address; Two Rivers Township)
• Darin Przybilla – Variance to add onto a non-conforming structure (32533 73rd St, Hillman; Morrill Township)

The Morrison County Planning Commission voted 4-0 to deny a request from Long Prairie Project Associates LLC to amend an existing interim use permit by removing two conditions. The denial sends the application to the Morrison County Board of Commissioners for a final decision on July 14, 2026. The commission also approved the minutes from the June 9, 2026 meeting.

• Denied interim use permit amendment for Long Prairie Project Associates LLC (4-0)
• Approved June 9, 2026 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Board of Adjustment

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an application by Long Prairie Project Associates LLC to amend an existing interim use permit by removing two conditions for a property in Parker Township. The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications: one to add onto a non-conforming structure in Agram Township, one to develop a newly created lot that cannot support a Type I septic system in Two Rivers Township, and another to add onto a non-conforming structure in Morrill Township.

• Long Prairie Project Associates LLC – amendment of interim use permit to remove two conditions; 1280 180th St, Long Prairie, Parker Township
• Justin & Lori Waters – variance to add onto a non-conforming structure; 24019 Pine View Rd, Pierz, Agram Township
• Alex Lange – variance to develop a lot that cannot support a Type I septic system; Two Rivers Township
• Darin Przybilla – variance to add onto a non-conforming structure; 32533 73rd St, Hillman, Morrill Township

The Board of Adjustment denied a variance request by Justin and Lori Waters to add onto a non-conforming structure at 24019 Pine View Rd, Pierz, due to concerns about the size of the addition and lack of practical difficulty. The board approved a variance for Alex Lange to develop a newly created lot in Two Rivers Township that cannot support a Type I septic, and approved a variance for Darin and Kendra Przybilla to add onto a non-conforming structure in Morrill Township. The board also approved the minutes from June 9, 2026, and adjourned.

• Denied the Waters variance request (motion failed, 4 nay votes).
• Approved the Lange variance request (all in favor).
• Approved the Przybilla variance request (all in favor).
• Approved the minutes from June 9, 2026 (all in favor).
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:02 p.m. (all in favor).

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board will consider a request to approve a fireworks application submitted by Brayden Johnson for a display scheduled for June 19, 2026. The display would be performed by Premier Pyrotechnics, Inc., and Sheriff Larsen has indicated conditional approval. The county notes the cost is budgeted for the current year and is grant funded. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Permit for outdoor public fireworks display – applicant Brayden Johnson
• Display scheduled for June 19, 2026
• Fireworks to be provided by Premier Pyrotechnics, Inc.
• Sheriff Larsen conditional approval of the event
• Cost budgeted in the current year and funded by a grant

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners approved a fireworks application submitted by Brayden Johnson for a display on June 19, 2026, to be conducted by Premier Pyrotechnics, Inc. The motion passed unanimously, with Sheriff Larsen's approval subject to two conditions. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved fireworks application for Brayden Johnson (unanimous)
• Fireworks display set for June 19, 2026, by Premier Pyrotechnics, Inc.
• Sheriff Larsen approves display subject to two conditions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an Interim Use Permit for a laydown and storage yard for the Northland Reliability Project. The Board of Adjustment will also hear a variance request to add onto a non-conforming structure at Helen Park.

• Northland Reliability Project interim use permit hearing
• Board of Adjustment variance request for Helen Park
• Approval of May 26, 2026 minutes (both bodies)
• Meeting at Morrison County Government Center
• Public hearings scheduled for June 9, 2026

The Planning Commission recommended approval of an Interim Use Permit for a short-term laydown and storage yard in Pierz Township. The application includes conditions regarding topsoil storage, stormwater management, and coordination with the County Engineer. The matter will proceed to the Morrison County Board of Commissioners on June 23, 2026.

• Recommended approval of Northland Reliability Project interim use permit (unanimous)
• Approved May 26, 2026 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Morrison County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two items: an interim use permit for a short-term laydown and storage yard as part of the Northland Reliability Project, and a variance to add onto a non-conforming structure. Both hearings are scheduled for June 9, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

• Interim Use Permit for Neal Kimman at 28583 153rd St, Pierz – Northland Reliability Project laydown yard
• Variance for Jerry & Bridget Faber at 3007 Thoroughfare Dr, Cushing – addition to non-conforming structure
• Both hearings are in Pierz Township and Scandia Valley Township respectively

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance request for Jerry and Bridget Faber to add onto a non-conforming structure in Scandia Valley Township. The approval includes conditions regarding the removal of a driveway and stormwater management. The Board also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved variance for addition at 3007 Thoroughfare Dr (unanimous)
• Approved May 26, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approving 2026 liquor license renewals for over 20 establishments, expanding the Little Falls Public Works roof replacement to include the shop roof, and approving new and renewal food pool lodging licenses. The board will also recognize an employee award and issue a proclamation for Vulnerable Adult Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month.

• Approve 2026 liquor license renewals for 23 establishments including 12 Mile Tavern, Anchor North, and others
• Expand Little Falls Public Works roof replacement from office to include shop roof, citing future cost savings
• Approve new food pool lodging license for 2 Guyz Take & Bake LLC (formerly Papa Murphy's) in Little Falls
• Approve renewal food pool lodging license for Crock and Roll LLC, Little Falls
• Approve raffle and bingo applications for St. Joseph Catholic Church and Morrison County Ducks Unlimited

The county board examined a list of establishments applying for on‑sale, off‑sale, and Sunday intoxicating liquor licenses, as well as renewals for non‑intoxicating licenses. No approvals, denials, or votes were recorded in the minutes.

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an after‑the‑fact conditional use permit for a garage converted to a dining area at 7832 Copper Rd. The Board of Adjustment will hear an after‑the‑fact variance request for a 1½‑story dwelling and a deck at 2674 Lake Shore Dr. Both bodies will also consider approval of their May 12, 2026 meeting minutes before adjourning.

• After‑the‑Fact Conditional Use Permit for 7832 Copper Rd (garage to dining area)
• After‑the‑Fact Variance for 2674 Lake Shore Dr (1½‑story dwelling and deck in shore impact zone)
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from May 12, 2026
• Approval of Board of Adjustment minutes from May 12, 2026
• Adjournment of both meetings

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of an after‑the‑fact conditional use permit for 7832 Copper Rd, with conditions, and will forward the recommendation to the County Board on June 2, 2026. The commission also approved the May 12, 2026 minutes and appointed Grege Colombe to replace John Kunelius. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Recommended approval of after‑the‑fact conditional use permit for 7832 Copper Rd (all in favor)
• Approved May 12, 2026 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Appointed Grege Colombe to replace John Kunelius (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Board of Adjustment

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an after-the-fact conditional use permit for Jeff & Melissa Garlie to continue using a garage as a dining area at 7832 Copper Rd, Cushing. The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an after-the-fact variance for Todd & Nicole Robinson to continue a 1½-story dwelling and place a deck within the shore impact zone at 2674 Lake Shore Dr, Motley. Both bodies will also consider new/old business and approve minutes from May 12, 2026.

• After-the-fact conditional use permit for garage-to-dining conversion at 7832 Copper Rd, Cushing (Jeff & Melissa Garlie)
• After-the-fact variance for 1½-story dwelling and deck within shore impact zone at 2674 Lake Shore Dr, Motley (Todd & Nicole Robinson)
• Approval of May 12, 2026 minutes for both Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment

The board voted to reject the after‑the‑fact variance application for 2674 Lake Shore Dr. The minutes from the May 12, 2026 meeting were approved unanimously. The board then adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Denied variance request for 2674 Lake Shore Dr (all three members voting nay)
• Approved minutes from May 12, 2026 (all members in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting (all members in favor)

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board will meet on May 19, 2026, to approve a consent agenda with routine items including warrants, licenses, and agreements. Notable consent items include a joint powers agreement with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, a cooperative agreement with the Eastern Morrison County 4-Wheeler Club, a change order for the Little Falls Airport hangar project, and reappointment to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority board. The board will also issue four proclamations and receive reports from Health and Human Services, Land Services, and Extension. The agenda is largely procedural with no major policy decisions.

• Approve County Attorney Joint Powers Agreement with BCA
• Approve Cooperative Agreement with Eastern Morrison County 4-Wheeler Club
• Approve LF Airport Hangar Project Change Order
• Approve MNCRT Agreements
• Approve Re-appointing William Block to HRA Board for 5-year term

Morrison County Attorney's Office entered into a Joint Powers Agreement with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to obtain access to the Criminal Justice Data Communications Network. The agreement is effective upon required signatures, runs for five years, and includes an annual fee of $600. The County Attorney, Brian Middendorf, and BCA Deputy Superintendent, Katie Meiers, are designated as the authorized representatives for each party.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with BCA for CJDN access (no vote tally recorded)
• Designated Brian Middendorf as Governmental Unit Authorized Representative
• Designated Katie Meiers as BCA Authorized Representative

Board of Adjustment

The Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two property applications. The body will decide on a conditional use permit for a townhall and a variance for a non-conforming dwelling.

• Conditional Use Permit for a townhall at 4004 205th St, Randall, MN
• Variance for a non-conforming dwelling at 21251 Green Prairie Ln, Little Falls, MN

The Board voted to reject the LaVergne Trust's variance application for the property at 21251 Green Prairie Ln. All five board members voted against the motion. The board then approved the minutes from the April 28, 2026 meeting and adjourned the hearing.

• Denied variance request for 21251 Green Prairie Ln (0-5)
• Approved minutes from April 28, 2026 (5-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission & Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two applications: a Conditional Use Permit to continue a townhall in Parker Township and a Variance to construct a non-conforming dwelling in Green Prairie Township. The board will also vote on approval of the April 28, 2026, minutes.

• Conditional Use Permit for townhall at 4004 205th St, Randall (Parker Township)
• Variance for non-conforming dwelling at 21251 Green Prairie Ln, Little Falls (Green Prairie Township)
• Approval of April 28, 2026, meeting minutes

The Planning Commission voted against recommending approval of the Parker Township conditional use permit application, so the recommendation failed. The application will be presented to the Morrison County Board of Commissioners on May 19, 2026. The commission also approved the April 28, 2026 minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Recommendation to approve Parker Township conditional use permit failed (vote failed)
• Application scheduled for review by County Board on May 19, 2026
• April 28, 2026 minutes approved (all in favor)
• Meeting adjourned (all in favor)

County Board of Commissioners

The County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a consent agenda including bridge replacement funding and various business licenses. The board will also receive reports from Land Services, Health and Human Services, and the County Administrator.

• Execution of Local Bridge Replacement Program grant funds for the CSAH 34 Bridge Project (SAP 049-634-019)
• Renewal of 2am Liquor License for Main Gate Bar & Grill LLC
• Approval of new FPL licenses for Bricks Travel Center, Holy Borshch Catering LLC, and new VHRs
• Renewal of 2026 FPL licenses for Hardy's Lake in the Woods, Motley Ridge Rib Steakhouse, and Woodchuck LLC
• Approval of warrants and April 21st meeting minutes

The Morrison County Board adopted a resolution approving a Minnesota DOT Local Bridge Replacement Program grant for bridge No. 49K15 on CSAH 34 over Kuntz Creek. The grant provides $115,999 in state funds and requires $195,042.50 in local matching funds, for a total project cost of $311,041.50. Construction is scheduled to begin June 15 2026 and finish December 31 2029. No vote tally was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved Local Bridge Replacement Program grant agreement (no vote tally recorded)

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider interim use permits for a cannabis microbusiness and a residential treatment program expansion. The body will also hold a second hearing on a moratorium regarding solar and wind energy systems.

• Hearings for KP Homes LLC (treatment program expansion) and Dodin Investments LLC (cannabis microbusiness)
• Second hearing on moratorium for solar and wind energy systems
• Approval of April 14, 2026 minutes

The Morrison County Planning Commission voted to impose a moratorium on community solar, solar farms, and wind energy conversion systems. It approved an interim use permit for a cannabis microbusiness with conditions, and rejected the request to expand a residential treatment program. The commission also approved the April 14, 2026 minutes and adjourned the meeting.

• Rejected KP Homes LLC interim use permit for residential treatment expansion (motion failed)
• Approved Dodin Investments LLC interim use permit for cannabis microbusiness (all in favor)
• Approved moratorium on community solar, solar farms, and wind energy conversion systems (all in favor)
• Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting (all in favor)

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners will meet April 21 to approve the consent agenda, including minutes, warrants, resolutions for raffles, license renewals, and aquatic invasive species grants. They will issue proclamations for Month of the Military Child, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and National Crime Victims' Rights Week. Reports from the Sheriff, Auditor/Treasurer, Land Services, Health and Human Services, Public Works, and Administrator will be presented.

• Approve Resolution for MN Deer Hunters Association Raffle at Rice Creek Game Farm on May 20, 2026
• Approve Resolution for Hillman Area Whitetail Management Assoc. Raffle at Porky Pine Bar in Hillman on December 5, 2026
• Approve 2026 Aquatic Invasive Species Grants
• Approve Environmental Health Food, Pool, and Lodging License Renewals
• Receive Sheriff’s annual report

The board voted 5‑0 to approve an Interim Use Permit for a limited rural spray‑foam business on a 10‑acre parcel in Section 20 of Buckman Township. The permit will allow the business to operate under the limited‑rural‑business standards, and the board noted a need to include an end‑date condition.

• Approved Interim Use Permit for spray‑foam business (5‑0)

Board of Adjustment

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on an interim use permit for a spray‑foam limited rural business in Buckman Township and a conditional use permit to construct a telecommunication tower in Pierz Township. The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three variance applications to add onto non‑conforming decks or structures at properties in Scandia Valley and Parker Townships. Both bodies will consider approval of the March 31, 2026 meeting minutes and address any new or old business items.

• Interim Use Permit application for Spray Foam Limited Rural Business at 26160 63rd St, Royalton (Buckman Township)
• Conditional Use Permit application to construct a telecommunication tower in S ½ of NE ¼, Section 9, Pierz Township (no street address)
• Variance application to add onto a non‑conforming deck at 30367 Pan Dr, Cushing (Lake Shore Acres, Scandia Valley Township)
• Variance application to add onto a non‑conforming structure at 33293 East Shamineau Dr, Motley (Deering Bay Lots, Scandia Valley Township)
• Variance application to add onto a non‑conforming structure at 4004 205th St, Randall (SE ¼ of NE ¼, Section 21, Parker Township)

The Board of Adjustment considered three variance applications. Variances for James & Maribeth Bedtke and Ron Wimmer were approved, while the variance for James & Pamela Lombardi was denied. The Board also approved the March 31, 2026 minutes.

• Approved James & Maribeth Bedtke variance (all in favor)
• Denied James & Pamela Lombardi variance (4-1)
• Approved Ron Wimmer variance (all in favor)
• Approved March 31, 2026 minutes (all in favor)
• Adjourned meeting (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Morrison County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two permit applications. One applicant seeks an Interim Use Permit to operate a spray‑foam limited rural business at 26160 63 rd St, Royalton. The other applicant seeks a Conditional Use Permit to construct a telecommunications tower in Pierz Township. The commission will also consider approval of the March 31, 2026 minutes.

• Interim Use Permit application for a spray‑foam limited rural business at 26160 63 rd St, Royalton (Buckman Township)
• Conditional Use Permit application to construct a telecommunications tower in S ½ of NE ¼, Section 9, Pierz Township
• Variance application to add onto a non‑conforming deck at 30367 Pan Dr, Cushing (Lake Shore Acres, Scandia Valley Township)
• Variance application to add onto a non‑conforming structure at 33293 East Shamineau Dr, Motley (Deering Bay Lots, Scandia Valley Township)
• Variance application to add onto a non‑conforming structure at 4004 205 th St, Randall (Parker Township)

The Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of an interim use permit for a spray‑foam business in Royalton. It also voted 3‑2 to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for a telecommunication tower in Pierz Township. The March 31, 2026 minutes were approved and the meeting was adjourned.

• Recommended approval of interim use permit for spray‑foam business at 26160 63" St (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of conditional use permit for telecommunication tower in Pierz Township (3‑2)
• Approved the March 31, 2026 minutes with corrections (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board will consider a resolution amendment to change a planned raffle to pull tabs for an event on April 17, 2026. The board will also vote on approving the Minnesota Fishing Museum's application to conduct off‑site gambling (pull tabs) at Rice Creek Hunting and Rec, 16543 Game Farm Rd, Little Falls. The resolution has no identified cost or budget impact.

• Amend Resolution #2026-031 to replace “raffle” with “pull tabs” for April 17, 2026 event
• Approve off‑site gambling application for Minnesota Fishing Museum at Rice Creek Hunting and Rec, 16543 Game Farm Rd, Little Falls

The County Board approved Resolution #2026‑036, allowing the Minnesota Fishing Museum to conduct off‑site gambling (pull‑tab sales) on April 17, 2026 at Rice Creek Hunting and Recreation. The motion was made by Commissioner Winscher, seconded by Commissioner Kasper, and carried unanimously. No other actions were taken.

• Approved off‑site gambling for Minnesota Fishing Museum (unanimous)

County Board of Commissioners

The Morrison County Board will vote on a contract to award Hy‑Tec Construction of Brainerd, Inc. $934,024.98 for improvements to the Belle Prairie Park River Access Project. The board will also adopt resolutions authorizing raffles for local groups and allocating $45,000 to a Pictrometry Services contract. Additional items include approval of the March 24 Board minutes, warrants, and conditional use permits for flood‑plain elevation projects in Scandia Valley Township. Proclamations for national observances and a resolution supporting the 2026 Sourcewell Community Benefit Funds grant are also on the agenda.

• Approve contract to Hy‑Tec Construction of Brainerd, Inc. for $934,024.98 for Belle Prairie Park River Access Project (Project C‑2602)
• Approve $45,000 allocation to the 2026 Pictrometry Services contract (Resolution #2026‑029)
• Approve raffle resolutions for 27 MN Concrete Council, Ecohunt Foundation, MN Fishing Museum, and Lindbergh Lions (August 1 at Hilmerson Sports Center)
• Approve Conditional Use Permits for Irie Isla and Darren & Sheri Holst to elevate structures above the regulatory floodplain in Scandia Valley Township
• Approve March 24, 2026 County Board minutes and warrants (Consent agenda)

The Morrison County Board of Commissioners reviewed Adam and Hanna Hebig's application to expand their dairy feedlot to Tier II on a 119‑acre property. The minutes detail the property's facts, staff recommendations, and public comments, but they do not record any approval, denial, or vote outcome for the permit.

Board of Adjustment

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a Tier II dairy feedlot at 11883 N Highway 238 and on an interim ordinance that would impose a moratorium on community solar farms, solar farms, and wind energy conversion systems. The Board of Adjustment will hear three variance requests: an after‑the‑fact setback variance for a garage at 2137 Pine View Blvd, a variance to add onto a non‑conforming structure at 34390 Circle Dr, and an after‑the‑fact retaining‑wall variance at 2297 Birchcrest Dr. Both bodies will also consider approval of the March 17, 2026 minutes and adjourn.

• Conditional Use Permit application to expand a Tier II dairy feedlot at 11883 N Highway 238
• Morrison County Interim Ordinance proposing a moratorium on community solar farms, solar farms, and wind energy conversion systems
• After‑the‑Fact Variance to continue a garage within setback at 2137 Pine View Blvd, Motley, MN
• Variance to add onto a non‑conforming structure at 34390 Circle Dr, Hillman, MN
• After‑the‑Fact Variance to continue a retaining wall at 2297 Birchcrest Dr, Motley, MN

The Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for Scott Goetze, Kevin & Kathleen Smith, and the Kristin Andres Revocable Trust, each with a unanimous vote. The Board also approved the minutes from the March 17, 2026 meeting and adjourned the hearing.

• Approved Scott Goetze after‑the‑fact variance (vote was all in favor)
• Approved Kevin & Kathleen Smith variance with one condition (vote was all in favor)
• Approved Kristin Andres Revocable Trust after‑the‑fact variance (vote was all in favor)
• Approved minutes from March 17, 2026 (vote was all in favor)
• Adjourned the meeting (vote was all in favor)