Nicollet public meetings in 2022

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority held a special meeting to discuss and vote on a mediator's proposal regarding the County Ditch 86A improvement project. After a closed session on litigation strategy, the board approved a final payment of $230,000 to Lametti & Sons, releasing both parties from further claims while keeping contractual warranties intact.

• Approved $230,000 final payment to Lametti & Sons for County Ditch 86A project
• Held closed session to discuss potential litigation and legal strategy
• Both parties release claims; Lametti & Sons not required to provide further work or materials
• Contractual warranties remain in place after settlement

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved a mediator's proposal for a final payment to Lametti & Sons regarding the County Ditch 86A Improvement Project. This agreement releases claims for both parties and exempts Lametti & Sons from further work or materials, while maintaining contractual warranties.

• Approved $230,000 final payment to Lametti & Sons (unanimous)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission has no meeting scheduled for December 19, 2022. The agenda consists solely of procedural boilerplate and indicates the meeting is cancelled.

• No meeting scheduled

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment and Appeals has no meeting scheduled for December 19, 2022. The agenda indicates that the meeting is cancelled or not occurring.

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority is holding a special meeting with a single substantive item: a closed session, permitted under Minnesota Open Meeting Law, to discuss potential litigation and legal strategy regarding mediation involving Nicollet County Ditch 86A. The meeting is otherwise procedural, consisting of calling the meeting to order and adjourning.

• Closed session under MN Statutes Chapter 13D.05 to discuss potential litigation and legal strategy
• Discussion regarding mediation involving Nicollet County Ditch 86A

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met in a special session to discuss legal strategy and mediation regarding the County Ditch 86A Improvement Project. The discussion took place in a closed session; no public decisions were recorded.

• Approved motion to enter closed session to discuss potential litigation and legal strategy regarding County Ditch 86A

Tri-County Solid Waste

The Tri-County Solid Waste Joint Powers Board is meeting to discuss routine operational items, including a budget update, collection updates, and agreement statuses. They will also review new business such as agricultural bag updates, household hazardous waste, plastics recycling, audit estimates, and 2023 collections and coupons. The agenda is largely procedural and informational, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Budget update as of 11/30/22
• Fall St. Peter collection update
• Tri County / Nicollet County agreement update
• Tri County / Waste Management rural recycling agreement
• 2023 Collections & Coupon discussion

The Board approved a three-year rural recycling agreement with Waste Management and a one-year staffing agreement with Nicollet County. It also set a salary recommendation for the Director and approved a $5 resident coupon for 2023.

• Approved Tri County/Nicollet County agreement with $3,527 staff time salary cap for one year
• Approved three-year rural recycling agreement with Waste Management
• Approved $5 resident coupon special for appliance and electronics disposal in 2023
• Approved Director salary recommendation of $85,434
• Decided to hold off on an audit at this time
• Tabled 2023 draft budget for revised line item amounts

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved findings and redeterminations of benefits for multiple ditch systems, including CD35A, CD65, CD75, and a final public hearing for CD8A, CD39, CD47, CD78, CD78 L2 B4, CD82, CD84, and CD71. All motions passed unanimously. No public comments were received except for questions about buffer payment values on CD78 and CD71.

• Approved findings for redeterminations of CD35A, CD65, CD75
• Final public hearing and approval for CD8A (969.75 acres, $752,514 benefits)
• Approved CD78 redetermination ($8,070,359 benefits) after questioning buffer payment value
• Approved CD71 redetermination ($1,498,353 benefits) with discussion on assessor values
• Directed Public Services Manager to prepare findings for all approved redeterminations

The Board approved findings for redeterminations of benefits for CD35A, CD65A, and CD75A. Additionally, the Board approved redetermination benefits for eight other ditch systems and directed the Public Services Manager to prepare the corresponding findings and orders.

• Approved findings of redetermination of benefits for CD35A (all in favor)
• Approved findings of redetermination of benefits for CD65A (all in favor)
• Approved findings of redetermination of benefits for CD75A (all in favor)
• Approved redetermination benefits for CD8A, CD39, CD47A, CD78, CD78 L2 B4, CD82, CD84, and CD71 (all in favor)
• Directed Public Services Manager to prepare findings and orders for CD8A, CD39, CD47A, CD78, CD78 L2 B4, CD82, CD84, and CD71 (all in favor)
• Approved November 22, 2022 Drainage Authority Minutes (all in favor)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider and likely adopt the 2023 budget, tax levy, and fee schedule, along with resolutions on elected officials' compensation and health insurance funding. The board will also hold a public hearing on the 2023 fee schedule and consider a septic lien resolution for the AgBMP loan program. A separate Drainage Authority meeting will follow to consider redeterminations for several drainage systems.

• 2023 Budget Resolution ($50,627,929 proposed) and 2023 Levy Resolution ($25,518,834, 5.2% increase)
• 2023 Fee Schedule Public Hearing and Resolution
• 2023 Elected Officials Compensation and Per Diem Resolution
• Resolution for Committing Funds for Health Insurance
• AgBMP Low Interest Loan Project – Septic Lien (special assessments for septic activities)

The Board approved the 2023 budget and a new fee schedule effective January 1, 2023. They also authorized a 2.5% wage increase for County Commissioners and an IT systems audit agreement with Marco Technologies.

• Approved 2023 budget of $50,627,929.00 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved 2.5% wage increase for County Commissioners, salaries for Sheriff and County Attorney, and $70/day per diem rate (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Audit Assessment of IT Systems Agreement with Marco Technologies (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Fee Schedule changes for January 1, 2023 implementation (unanimous roll call)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is holding a public input meeting to present the 2023 proposed budget and property tax levy. County Administrator Mandy Landkamer will provide an overview, followed by a public input portion. The meeting is scheduled for December 1, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. at the Nicollet County Government Center.

• 2023 proposed budget and property tax levy overview
• Public input portion on the budget and levy
• Meeting at Nicollet County Government Center, 501 South Minnesota Avenue, St. Peter, MN

The Board of Commissioners held a public meeting to discuss the proposed 2023 budget of $50,627,929.00 and a proposed tax levy increase of $25,518,834.00 (5.2%). No decisions were made during this session; the final budget and levy will be considered on December 13, 2022.

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved benefit redeterminations for drainage systems CD35A, CD65, and CD75, and recessed the CD71 hearing to December 13 to recalculate benefits after the county acquired an easement on CSAH 15. The board also approved a Minnesota DOT petition for minor pipe replacements on CD75, CD62, and CD27. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved CD35A redetermination: $63,498 easement damages, $1,105,754 total benefits over 25 years
• Approved CD65 redetermination: $1,148 easement damages, $428,595 total benefits over 25 years
• Approved CD75 redetermination: $274,911 easement damages, $4,344,886 total benefits over 25 years
• Recessed CD71 public hearing until December 13 at 10:30 a.m. for benefit recalculation
• Approved DOT minor alterations: replace failing pipes on CD75 (72-inch), CD62 (48-inch), and CD27 (72-inch with one-culvert extension)

The Board approved redetermination benefits for ditch systems CD35A, CD65, and CD75. It also approved a DOT petition for pipe replacements on CD75, CD62, and CD27. The public hearing for CD71 was recessed to allow for benefit recalculations.

• Approved CD35A redetermination benefits (all in favor)
• Approved CD65 redetermination benefits (all in favor)
• Recessed CD71 Public Hearing until December 13 (all in favor)
• Approved CD75 redetermination benefits (all in favor)
• Approved DOT petition for minor alterations to CD75, CD62, and CD27 (all in favor)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider routine items including approval of the consent agenda, a chief deputy appointment, final payment for a road project, and several health and human services items. The board will also hold public hearings on drainage system redeterminations and minor alterations. The meeting includes a separate Drainage Authority session with public hearings on drainage projects.

• Chief Deputy Appointment in Sheriff's Office
• Final Payment for Project SP 052-614-010
• 2023 Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Screening Grant Award
• 2023 Master Contract for MFIP/DWP and Notice of Funds Available
• Public Hearings for Redeterminations for CD35A, CD65, CD71, CD75 and DOT Minor Alterations to CD75, CD62, CD27

The Board approved several administrative appointments, regional mapping projects, and health and human services contracts. They also authorized final payments for road reconstruction and updated the collections policy for out-of-home placements.

• Appointed Aaron Petersen as Chief Deputy (All in favor)
• Approved Minnesota Regional LIDAR Acquisition Project (All in favor)
• Approved $39,598.74 final payment to Mathiowetz Construction for CSAH 14 project (All in favor)
• Entered agreement with Blue Earth and Carver Counties for Juvenile Placement Services (All in favor)
• Approved revised Collections Policy for Out of Home Placements (All in favor)
• Approved Master Contract for MFIP/DWP and DHS Community Support Program contract (All in favor)
• Approved 2023 Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice Screening Grant Award (All in favor)
• Approved warrants for General Revenue ($134,640.81), Road & Bridge ($57,579.27), and Human Services ($157,641.51) (All in favor)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit (PLN22-18) for BENCO Electric Cooperative to expand an existing electrical substation on 356th Street in Lake Prairie Township. The commission will also review permits, discuss the hearing process, and approve prior meeting minutes. The meeting follows the Board of Adjustments and Appeals session.

• Public hearing PLN22-18: BENCO Electric Cooperative expansion of electrical substation, parcel 07.010.0500, Lake Prairie Township
• Review of October 17, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussion of hearing process and procedure
• Review of zoning permits

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission recommended approval of a substation expansion for BENCO Electric Cooperative. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 21, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of November 21, 2022 (5-0)
• Recommended approval with staff conditions and adopted findings for PLN22.18 Electrical Substation Expansion (5-0)

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals will meet to approve the minutes from October 17, 2022, and adopt findings of fact for three variance requests that were previously approved: United Farmers Co-op (PLN 22-13), BENCO Electric Cooperative (PLN 22-16), and Bruegger (PLN 22-17). The agenda is largely procedural, with no new public hearings or old business listed.

• Approval of findings for PLN 22-13: 30,000-gallon anhydrous ammonia storage tank without berm (United Farmers Co-op)
• Approval of findings for PLN 22-16: reduce minimum lot size from 3.5 to 2 acres for electrical substation expansion (BENCO Electric)
• Approval of findings for PLN 22-17: reduce front yard setback to 31.1 ft and bluff setback to 16.7 ft for home addition (Bruegger)
• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2022 meeting

The Board approved the minutes from October 17, 2022, and adopted findings for three specific planning cases. All motions passed with 4-0 votes.

• Approved October 17, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Adopted findings for PLN22-13 United Farmers Cooperative (4-0)
• Adopted findings for PLN22-16 BENGO Electric Cooperative (4-0)
• Adopted findings for PLN22-17 Bruegger (4-0)

Board Workshops

This is the agenda for a Nicollet County Board workshop meeting. The agenda contains only the meeting location, commissioner names, and the county's mission, vision, and core values statements. No specific discussion topics, decisions, or action items are listed, making this a procedural-only agenda.

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met in regular session and approved its agenda and consent agenda, which included only the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after. The agenda contained no substantive decisions or discussions.

• Approved October 25, 2022 Drainage Authority Minutes

The Drainage Authority met for a regular session and approved the agenda and the minutes from the October 25, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved October 25, 2022 Drainage Authority Minutes (all in favor)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a broadband expansion agreement and acceptance of a DHS grant for Adult Protective Services. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and per diems. The meeting will be followed by a Drainage Authority meeting to approve its minutes.

• Broadband Expansion Agreement
• Acceptance of DHS Grant: Adult Protective Services
• Approval of Consent Agenda (minutes, end of probations, bills)
• Drainage Authority meeting to approve minutes

The Board approved an agreement with Nuvera to expand broadband services in unserved and underserved areas. They also accepted a DHS grant for Adult Protective Services to provide emergency care for vulnerable adults. Various warrants and personnel probation ends were approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved Broadband Expansion Agreement with Nuvera (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved DHS grant for Adult Protective Services (unanimous)
• Approved General Revenue Fund warrants for $142,778.94 (unanimous)
• Approved Road & Bridge Fund warrants for $66,737.32 (unanimous)
• Approved Human Services Fund warrants for $181,567.30 (unanimous)
• Approved end of probations for Thomas Goblirsch, Kristen Friedrichs, and Crystal Madden (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner per diems and expenses (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and approved its agenda and consent minutes. The board set a public hearing for November 22, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. to consider a DOT petition for minor alterations to drainage systems CD75, 62, and 27. No public appearances were made.

• Public hearing set for Nov. 22, 2022, 10:30 a.m. on DOT minor alterations to CD75, 62, and 27
• Approved October 11, 2022 Drainage Authority minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority scheduled a public hearing regarding a DOT petition for minor alterations to specific drainage channels. The board also approved the meeting agenda and previous minutes.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved October 11, 2022 minutes (all in favor)
• Set public hearing for DOT minor alterations to CD75, 62, and 27 for November 22, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. (all in favor)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a septic lien for the AgBMP low-interest loan project, approve a planning and zoning recommendation for United Farmers Cooperative, and establish change and imprest funds for Lighthouse on Marshall. The Drainage Authority will set a public hearing date for minor alterations to ditches CD75, CD62, and CD27. The agenda includes routine consent items and reports.

• AgBMP Low Interest Loan Project – Septic Lien
• Approval of PLN22-12 – United Farmers Cooperative
• Lighthouse on Marshall Establishment of Change Funds Resolution
• Lighthouse on Marshall Establishment of Imprest Funds Resolution
• Set date for public hearing for DOT minor alterations to CD75, 62, and 27

The Board approved a conditional use permit for United Farmers Cooperative to install an anhydrous ammonia tank, adding requirements for security cameras and a safety plan. The Board also authorized septic liens on seven parcels and approved several financial resolutions.

• Approved anhydrous ammonia tank permit for United Farmers Cooperative with added security camera and safety plan conditions (3-1)
• Approved placement of septic liens on seven parcels via AgBMP loan program (unanimous)
• Approved Quarter Three donations totaling $1,965.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $50 change funds and $100 imprest funds for Lighthouse on Marshall (unanimous)
• Approved Juvenile Work Crew Contract with Blue Earth County (unanimous)
• Approved end of probations for Rebecca Thomes, Heather Coopman, and Jason Bierma (unanimous)
• Approved warrants for General Revenue Fund ($142,778.94), Road & Bridge Fund ($66,737.32), and Human Services Fund ($181,567.30) (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner per diems and expenses (unanimous)

Board Workshops

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is conducting a Public Works Road Tour on October 18, 2022, in place of the regularly scheduled Board Workshop. The tour begins at 8:15 a.m. at the Public Works building on 1700 Sunrise Dr. in St. Peter and ends at approximately 2:00 p.m. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Public Works Road Tour on October 18, 2022
• Tour starts at 1700 Sunrise Dr., St. Peter

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance requests: a 30,000-gallon anhydrous ammonia storage tank without a required berm, a lot size reduction for an electrical substation, and setback reductions for a home addition. The board will also approve minutes and findings of fact from the September 19 meeting.

• PLN22-13: 30,000-gallon anhydrous ammonia tank without berm, Lake Prairie Township, parcel 07.019.0900
• PLN22-16: Lot size reduction from 3.5 to 2 acres for electrical substation expansion, Lake Prairie Township, parcel 07.010.0500
• PLN22-17: Front yard setback reduction to 31.1 ft and bluff setback to 16.7 ft for home addition, Nicollet Township, parcel 09.035.0300
• Approval of minutes and findings of fact for PLN22-10, PLN22-11, PLN22-14 from September 19, 2022

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals approved three conditional-use permits with conditions: a 30,000-gallon anhydrous storage tank for United Farmers Cooperative (3-0), a lot-size reduction for a BENCO Electric Cooperative substation (4-0), and a setback reduction for a home addition by Michael Bruegger (4-0). One item (PLN22-10 Dinse) failed on a 4-0 vote. The meeting included a recusal by Board Member Hermanson on the United Farmers Cooperative hearing.

• Approved PLN22-13 United Farmers Cooperative anhydrous storage tank with conditions (3-0)
• Approved PLN22-16 BENCO Electric Cooperative lot-size reduction for substation (4-0)
• Approved PLN22-17 Michael Bruegger front-yard and bluff setback reduction for home addition (4-0)
• Failed PLN22-10 Dinse findings adoption (4-0)
• Failed PLN22-11 Kiecker findings adoption (4-0)
• Failed PLN22-14 Domeier findings adoption (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for United Farmers Cooperative to replace an 18,000-gallon anhydrous ammonia tank with a 30,000-gallon tank at the Norseland Ag Service Center. The applicant also requests a variance to the berming requirement. The commission will also review permits and other business.

• Public hearing on conditional use permit PLN22-12 for 30,000-gallon anhydrous ammonia tank at 37597 State Highway 22, St. Peter
• Applicant requests variance to berming requirement (Zoning Ordinance 708(5))
• Applicant to purchase neighboring home at 37615 State Highway 22 to meet setback requirements
• Review of permits for August
• Approval of September 19, 2022 minutes

The Planning & Zoning Commission voted 2-2 on a motion to recommend approval of a conditional use permit for United Farmers Cooperative to bulk store 30,000 gallons of anhydrous ammonia at the Norseland location. The motion failed because a majority was needed to pass. The board also voted 3-0 to adopt findings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Motion to recommend approval of conditional use permit PLN22-12 for anhydrous ammonia storage failed 2-2
• Motion to adopt findings passed 3-0
• Minutes of September 19, 2022 approved 5-0

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve a consent agenda, hear public appearances, and consider several action items, including a trails association agreement, an engagement agreement with Baker Tilly, and a proclamation for Cybersecurity Awareness Month. The board will also consider an out-of-state travel request for a public works conference. Following the regular meeting, the Drainage Authority will consider a low quote for CD 48A repair and ditch repair reports.

• Nicollet County Trails Association Agreement, State Contract, and Resolution
• Approval of Baker Tilly Engagement Agreement
• Proclamation Recognizing October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month
• Consider Out-Of-State Travel Request – American Concrete Pavement Association Annual Meeting
• Drainage Authority: Consider Low Quote for CD 48A Repair and Ditch Repair Reports 22-011 through 22-013

The board approved the Nicollet County Trails Association Agreement and a Grant-In-Aid contract for trail maintenance, both by unanimous roll call votes. It also approved an engagement agreement with Baker Tilly to review procurement procedures. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda and a cybersecurity proclamation, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Nicollet County Trails Association Agreement and Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Grant-In-Aid contract for trail maintenance and Resolution (unanimous)
• Approved Baker Tilly Engagement Agreement for procurement review (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel request for Public Works staff to Nashville, TN (unanimous)
• Approved Cybersecurity Awareness Month proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, probation endings, medical examiner contract, and warrants (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved a $45,000 low bid for phase one of the CD 48A repair project, which involves routine ditch cleaning before culvert repair. The board also approved ditch repair reports for CD 40A, CD 30A, and CD 85, which will replace older metal pipes with concrete pipes. No public appearances were made.

• Awarded $45,000 low bid to Wuetherich Drainage for phase one of CD 48A repair
• Approved ditch repair reports 22-011 through 22-013 for CD 40A, CD 30A, and CD 85
• Repairs will replace metal pipes with concrete pipes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved a $45,000 low bid from Wuetherich Drainage for phase one of the CD 48A repair project, which includes routine ditch cleaning before culvert repair. The board also approved ditch repair reports for CD 40A, CD 30A, and CD 85 to replace older metal pipes with concrete pipes. The consent agenda, including the September 27, 2022 minutes, was approved unanimously.

• Approved the agenda unanimously.
• Approved the consent agenda, including the September 27, 2022 Drainage Authority minutes.
• Awarded the low bid of $45,000 to Wuetherich Drainage for phase one of the CD 48A repair project.
• Approved ditch repair reports 22-011 through 22-013 for CD 40A, CD 30A, and CD 85 to replace metal pipes with concrete pipes.
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:33 a.m.

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the 2023 preliminary property tax levy and setting the levy and budget hearing date, along with a public hearing for a fee schedule amendment. They will also review a MnDOT detour agreement, a purchase of service agreement with the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation, and DACA funds resolution. The Drainage Authority will set public hearing dates for county ditch redeterminations and consider a repair request.

• Approval of 2023 Preliminary Property Tax Levy and setting 2023 Levy and Budget Hearing
• Set public hearing date for Fee Schedule Amendment
• Consider MnDOT Detour Agreement No. 1051231
• Purchase of Service Agreement: Amherst H. Wilder Foundation
• Set public hearing dates for county ditch redeterminations (Nov 22 and Dec 13, 2022)

The Board approved a resolution adopting the 2023 preliminary property tax levy and set a public hearing for December 1, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. to finalize the tax levy and budget. They also approved a resolution requesting Governor Walz to release DACA funds for federal highway project cost share, and approved a MnDOT detour agreement for road improvements on TH 169, TH 22, and TH 99. A contract with the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation for evaluation services under the Drug-Free Communities grant was approved.

• Adopted 2023 preliminary property tax levy resolution (5-0)
• Set December 1, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. for tax levy and budget meeting (5-0)
• Approved resolution requesting Governor Walz to release 20% LPA cost share from DACA Fund (5-0)
• Approved MnDOT Detour Agreement No. 1051231 for TH 169/22/99 project (5-0)
• Approved contract with Amherst H. Wilder Foundation for DFC grant evaluation (5-0)
• Set December 13, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. for fee schedule amendment public hearing (5-0)
• Accepted Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission report and recommendations for conditional use permit PLN22-15 (5-0)
• Approved amendments to Zoning Ordinance and Official Zoning Map (5-0)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved two public hearing dates for county ditch benefit redeterminations, approved a repair report for CD23A, and handled routine consent items. The meetings are procedural, with no public appearances on the regular agenda.

• Public hearing Nov 22, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. for ditches CD35A, CD52, CD65, CD71, CD75
• Public hearing Dec 13, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. for ditches CD8A, CD39, CD47A, CD78, CD78 Lateral 2 Branch 4, CD82, CD84
• Approved CD23A repair report
• Approved consent agenda including Ditch Repair Report 22-009
• Approved Sept 13, 2022 minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved the agenda and consent agenda, including the Ditch Repair Report 22-009. It set public hearing dates for county ditch redetermination benefits: November 22, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. for ditches CD35A, CD52, CD65, CD71, and CD75, and December 13, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. for ditches CD8A, CD39, CD47A, CD78, CD78 Lateral 2 Branch 4, CD82, and CD84. The board also approved the CD23A repair request. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Ditch Repair Report 22-009 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Nov 22, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. for CD35A, CD52, CD65, CD71, CD75 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Dec 13, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. for CD8A, CD39, CD47A, CD78, CD78 Lateral 2 Branch 4, CD82, CD84 (unanimous)
• Approved CD23A repair request (unanimous)

Board Workshops

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to receive updates and discuss several items, including a University of MN Extension presentation, a Public Services drainage update, a County Highway Safety Plan update, and a request for proposals for an IT systems audit. The meeting will close for the annual performance evaluation of the County Administrator.

• University of MN Extension presentation by Bonnie Christensen and Michelle Wicks
• Public Services drainage update by Jaci Kopet
• County Highway Safety Plan update by Seth Greenwood
• RFP for audit and assessment of IT systems by Mandy Landkamer
• Closed session for annual performance evaluation of County Administrator

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for a larger anhydrous ammonia storage tank, a mineral extraction permit review, and a floodplain ordinance and zoning map amendment. The commission will also review permits and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Conditional use permit for 30,000-gallon anhydrous ammonia tank at 37597 State Highway 22, Norseland (PLN22-12)
• Three-year mineral extraction permit review for M.R Paving & Excavating in Courtland Township (PLN22-15)
• Floodplain Ordinance and Zoning Map Amendment public hearing
• Approval of August 15, 2022 minutes

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission voted 4-0 to recommend adoption of proposed amendments to the Nicollet County Zoning Ordinance and Official Zoning Map, which incorporate updated FEMA floodplain maps. The recommendation now goes to the Board of Commissioners. The Commission also approved a three-year general extraction permit for M.R. Paving & Excavating, Inc. (4-0) and continued a hearing for United Farmers Cooperative due to lack of quorum.

• Recommended adoption of FEMA floodplain map amendments to Official Zoning Map (4-0)
• Recommended adoption of proposed amendments to Nicollet County Zoning Ordinance (4-0)
• Approved three-year general extraction permit for M.R. Paving & Excavating, Inc. (4-0)
• Continued PLN22-12 United Farmers Cooperative hearing to October 17, 2022 due to lack of quorum
• Approved minutes of August 15, 2022 (4-0)

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold public hearings on four variance requests: a septic system replacement needing reduced setbacks, a home addition with a reduced front yard setback, an anhydrous ammonia storage tank without a required berm, and a shed addition with a reduced bluff setback. The board will also approve minutes from the August 15, 2022 meeting.

• PLN 22-10: Variance to reduce OHW setback to 52 ft, county road setback to 39 ft, private road setback to 6 ft for replacement septic system (Lafayette Township)
• PLN 22-11: Variance to reduce front yard setback for home addition (Bernadotte Township)
• PLN 22-13: Variance to install 30,000-gallon anhydrous ammonia storage tank without berm (Lake Prairie Township)
• PLN 22-14: Variance to reduce bluff setback for shed addition (Ridgely Township)

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals approved three variance requests: a reduction of road and water mark setbacks for a replacement septic system (Luke & Hannah Dinse), a front yard setback reduction for a home addition (Corbin Kiecker), and a bluff setback reduction for a shed addition (Gerald & Jessica Domeier). All three were approved with conditions by a 3-0 vote. One item (United Farmers Cooperative) was continued to October 17, 2022 due to lack of quorum.

• Approved PLN22-10: reduction of county road right-of-way, private road, and ordinary high water mark setbacks for replacement septic system (3-0)
• Approved PLN22-11: reduction of front yard setback for home addition (3-0)
• Approved PLN22-14: reduction of bluff setback for shed addition (3-0)
• Continued PLN22-13 (United Farmers Cooperative) to October 17, 2022 due to lack of quorum

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met on September 13, 2022, and approved its agenda and consent agenda, which included the August 23, 2022 minutes and Ditch Repair Report 22-008. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after. The meeting was procedural with no substantive decisions or discussions.

• Approved August 23, 2022 Drainage Authority Minutes
• Considered and approved Ditch Repair Report 22-008

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and approved the agenda and consent agenda, which included the August 23, 2022 minutes and a ditch repair report. No public appearances were made. The meeting adjourned at 9:58 a.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including August 23, 2022 minutes and Ditch Repair Report 22-008 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:58 a.m.

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a bid for the CSAH 15 reconstruction project, review a corridor study for CSAH 13/Lookout Drive, and approve a staffing services agreement. They will also handle routine consent agenda items and a drainage authority meeting.

• Consider award of bid for SAP 052-615-025 (CSAH 15 Reconstruction Project)
• Consider LRIP Grant Agreement No. #1051372, resolution, and property certification
• Consider award of quote for CP 15-22 (CSAH 15 Culvert Repairs)
• CSAH 13/Lookout Drive Corridor Study Update – MAPO Presentation
• TEKSystems Staffing Services Agreement

The board awarded the CSAH 15 reconstruction project to the lowest bidder, Mathiowetz Construction, and approved a related Local Road Improvement Grant agreement. It also approved a culvert repair contract for the same road and a temporary staffing services agreement for the Technology Department. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded SAP 052-615-025 (CSAH 15 Reconstruction) to Mathiowetz Construction (5-0)
• Approved LRIP Grant Agreement No. 1051372, Resolution, and Bond Financed Property Certification (5-0)
• Awarded CP 15-22 (CSAH 15 Culvert Repairs) to PCIRoads, LLC (5-0)
• Approved TEKsystems Staffing Services Agreement for temporary tech staffing (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including meeting minutes, U of M agreement, and warrants totaling $423,900.27 (5-0)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative items, including a floodplain ordinance amendment public hearing date, a letter of support for Open Door Health Center, and an agreement regarding the South Central HRA operating deficit. The board will also discuss human resources matters, including a benefits consulting agreement and a classification and compensation study, and will close part of the meeting for labor negotiations.

• Set public hearing date for Floodplain Ordinance Amendment and Zoning Map Amendment
• Consider South Central HRA Operating Deficit Acknowledgement, Amendment, and Consent Agreement
• Consider Gallagher Benefits Consulting Agreement
• Consider Amazon Business Account Policy
• Closed session for Licensed Union Contract 2022 negotiations

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners approved the Licensed Union Contract for 2022 after a closed session. They also approved the Amazon Business Account Policy, a Gallagher Benefits Consulting Agreement, and a Gallagher Consulting Agreement for a Classification and Compensation Study. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Licensed Union Contract for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Amazon Business Account Policy (unanimous)
• Accepted Gallagher Benefits Consulting Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Gallagher Consulting Agreement for Classification and Compensation Study (unanimous)
• Accepted Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission report and findings for Pentagon Materials conditional use permit (unanimous)
• Set public hearing date for Floodplain Ordinance and Zoning Map Amendments for September 27 at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)
• Approved Open Door Health Center Letter of Support (unanimous)
• Authorized South Central HRA Operating Deficit Acknowledgment Agreement (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met in regular session and approved its agenda and consent agenda, which included minutes and ditch repair reports 22-001 through 22-005. The board also approved Ditch Repair Report 22-006, which covers erosion and ditch bank sloughing mitigation on CD83, based on a quote from Houston Engineering. No public appearances were made.

• Approved consent agenda including August 9, 2022 minutes and Ditch Repair Reports 22-001 through 22-005
• Approved Ditch Repair Report 22-006 for CD83 erosion mitigation with quote from Houston Engineering
• Commissioner Luepke abstained from vote on Report 22-006

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved Ditch Repair Report 22-006 for CD83, which includes a quote from Houston Engineering to mitigate erosion and bank sloughing. The consent agenda, including prior minutes and five other repair reports, was also approved. No public appearances were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including August 9, 2022 minutes and Ditch Repair Reports 22-001 through 22-005 (unanimous)
• Approved Ditch Repair Report 22-006 for CD83 (all in favor, Commissioner Luepke abstained)

Board Workshops

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to hear departmental presentations and discuss several items, including a floodplain ordinance and map amendment, an engineering proposal for ditch repair, and housing initiatives. No formal decisions are expected at this workshop.

• Floodplain Ordinance and Map Amendment
• CD 83 Engineering Proposal for Ditch Repair Investigation
• Regional housing project and Local Homeless Prevention Aid
• Amazon Business Account Policy
• Introduction of new employees

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission will hold a public hearing on a three-year renewal of a mineral extraction conditional use permit for Pentagon Materials in Courtland Township. The commission will also discuss a proposed Floodplain Ordinance and Map Amendment. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and permit reviews.

• Public hearing PLN22-08: three-year mineral extraction permit review for Pentagon Materials, parcels 04.309.0803 and 04.309.0810 in Courtland Township
• Discussion of proposed Floodplain Ordinance and Map Amendment
• Approval of minutes from July 18, 2022
• Review of permits and old business

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission reviewed proposed amendments to the Floodplain Ordinance and Zoning Map, which are necessary to maintain participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. The commission also approved a conditional use permit for mineral extraction (Pentagon Materials PLN22-08) with a 5-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the floodplain amendments will be considered at future meetings.

• Approved mineral extraction conditional use permit for Pentagon Materials (5-0)
• Reviewed proposed Floodplain Ordinance and Zoning Map amendments; no vote taken

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals is meeting to approve the minutes and findings of fact from its July 18, 2022 meeting, which include a variance granted to Scott Michaletz for an additional dwelling. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new public hearings or substantive items listed.

• Approval of minutes and findings of fact for July 18, 2022 meeting
• Variance PLN22-07 (Michaletz) for additional dwelling in Section 5-108-27, approved 4-0

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals met on August 15, 2022, and approved the minutes from the July 18, 2022 meeting. The board also adopted the findings of fact for PLN22-07 (Michaletz). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of July 18, 2022 (4-0)
• Adopted findings of fact for PLN22-07, Michaletz (4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a bid for road project SAP 052-599-027 and approving county funds for an employee recognition event. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and reports. The Drainage Authority will meet afterward to approve its minutes and handle any public appearances.

• Consider award of bid for Project SAP 052-599-027
• Approve county funds ($1,300) for Employee Recognition Event
• Approve contract with St. Peter Schools for Truancy Agent Position
• Approve consent agenda including July 26, 2022 minutes and bills
• Drainage Authority meeting to approve minutes and public appearances

The Nicollet County Board approved a $1,064,118.90 bid from Holtmeier Construction for the SAP 052-599-027 culvert replacement project on Kerns Dr. in Belgrade Township, despite the bid exceeding the engineer's estimate by about $319,000. The board also approved the consent agenda, an employee recognition resolution, and per diems/expenses. No public appearances were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including July 26 minutes and warrants totaling $794,504.54 (unanimous)
• Approved Employee Recognition Event Resolution (unanimous)
• Awarded SAP 052-599-027 culvert replacement bid to Holtmeier Construction for $1,064,118.90 (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met in regular session and approved its agenda and consent agenda, which consisted solely of the July 26, 2022 board meeting minutes. No public appearances were made, and the meeting was adjourned. This was a procedural meeting with no substantive decisions or discussions.

• Approved the meeting agenda
• Approved the consent agenda including July 26, 2022 board meeting minutes
• No public appearances were made

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met on August 9, 2022, and approved the agenda and consent agenda, which included the July 26, 2022 board meeting minutes. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned at 9:29 a.m. No substantive decisions beyond procedural approvals were recorded.

• Approved agenda (unanimous roll call)
• Approved consent agenda including July 26, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous roll call)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:29 a.m. (unanimous roll call)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority continued the public hearing for the CD79 Improvement Project. The board accepted a proposal from ISG to level a berm and seed the area on the Cordes property, with no additional charges to the county. The project will not be formally closed until the work is completed and a final report is presented at the August 9, 2022 meeting.

• Acceptance of ISG proposal to remove berm and seed area on Cordes property
• Confirmation that no additional billing will be sent to the county for the work
• Deferral of final project acceptance until the August 9, 2022 meeting

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority accepted ISG's July 20, 2022 proposal to level the berm on the Cordes property as part of the CD79 improvement project. The board directed staff to prepare findings for final acceptance at the next meeting on August 9, 2022. No additional charges will be billed to the county for this work.

• Accepted ISG proposal to level berm on Cordes property (unanimous)
• Directed PPSD Director to prepare findings for final acceptance at August 9 meeting
• Withdrew earlier motions to accept final report due to outstanding work

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a $1,731,897.96 contract for slope stabilization on CSAH 23, financial participation in a TH 22 corridor study, and a cooperative construction agreement for the CSAH 5/Sunrise Dr./Broadway Ave. roundabout. The board will also hear a MnDOT presentation on the Capital Highway Investment Plan and receive a report on 2022 Quarter Two donations. The Drainage Authority will continue a public hearing on the final acceptance of the CD79 improvement project.

• Award contract for SAP 052-623-027 to Holtmeier Construction, Inc. for $1,731,897.96
• Consider financial participation in TH 22 corridor study
• Consider cooperative construction agreement for CSAH 5/Sunrise Dr./Broadway Ave. roundabout
• MnDOT Capital Highway Investment Plan outreach presentation
• Continued CD79 public hearing on final acceptance of improvement project

The board awarded a $1,731,897.96 contract to Holtmeier Construction for SAP 052-623-027, despite bids exceeding the engineer's estimate due to severe slope erosion. They also approved $5,000 for the TH 22 corridor study, a cooperative agreement for the CSAH 5/Sunrise Dr./Broadway Ave. roundabout, and accepted $935 in donations. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded $1,731,897.96 contract to Holtmeier Construction for SAP 052-623-027 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 financial support for TH 22 corridor study (unanimous)
• Approved Cooperative Construction Agreement for CSAH 5/Sunrise Dr./Broadway Ave. Roundabout (unanimous)
• Accepted $935 in Q2 2022 donations (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $412,129.63 (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Board Workshops

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss and potentially take action on several items, including a corridor study for TH 22 with county cost participation and a draft cooperative construction agreement for a roundabout project at CSAH 5/Sunrise Dr./Broadway Ave. The board will also receive updates on TNT statements and introductions of new employees. This is a workshop, so items are for discussion rather than final decisions.

• TH 22 Corridor Study – County Cost Participation
• Draft Cooperative Construction Agreement – CSAH 5/Sunrise Dr./Broadway Ave. Roundabout Project
• TNT Statements Update
• Introduction of New Employees

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission is meeting to review recent permits and discuss ongoing items, including a proposed text amendment for rooftop solar in shoreland areas, floodplain regulation updates to meet FEMA standards, and a previously cancelled cervid farm moratorium. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.

• Review of permits from June 2022, including structure, septic, and renewable energy permits
• Discussion of proposed text amendment for small solar energy systems on rooftops in Shoreland Zoning District
• Update on floodplain management regulations to meet NFIP standards, with adoption deadline of 10/13/2022
• Cancelled cervid farm moratorium resolution (from June 20, 2022 meeting)
• Approval of June 20, 2022 minutes

The Nicollet County Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission met on July 18, 2022, and approved the minutes from June 20, 2022, by a 4-0 vote. No other substantive decisions were made; the board reviewed permits with no comments and discussed a communication about a canceled Floodplain Ordinance Workshop.

• Approved June 20, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• Reviewed permits with no comments

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request (PLN 22-07) from Scott Michaletz and Michaletz Building Partners LLP to build an additional single-family dwelling on a 40-acre parcel in Belgrade Township, exceeding the Agricultural Preservation District's density standard. The board will also approve minutes from the June 20, 2022 meeting. Staff recommends conditions if approved, but the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Public hearing on variance PLN 22-07 for a 50' x 60' dwelling and 80' x 40' shed on Parcel 01.105.0605, Belgrade Township
• Variance would exceed density standard of one dwelling per quarter-quarter on lots recorded after 07/31/1981
• Application fee: $496.00
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2022 meeting

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals approved a variance allowing Scott Michaletz to build an additional single-family dwelling on his 40-acre property, exceeding the density standard of one new dwelling per quarter-quarter. The vote was 4-0. The board also approved the minutes from February 5, 2021, and adopted findings for the variance.

• Approved variance PLN22-07 for additional dwelling on 40-acre parcel (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 5, 2021 (4-0)
• Adopted findings for variance PLN22-07 (4-0)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and approved the agenda and consent items. The main item was the continued public hearing on the CD79 Improvement Project, where the board discussed ISG's proposal to level a berm on the Cordes property. The board requested clarification on the proposal and recessed the final acceptance until the next meeting on July 26, 2022.

• Continued CD79 Improvement Project public hearing
• ISG proposal to eliminate berm on Cordes property
• Board requests clarity on 'unbilled time' and 'written-off' costs
• Final Acceptance Report recessed to July 26, 2022 meeting

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority continued the CD79 Improvement Project public hearing and voted to recess the final acceptance report until the next regular meeting on July 26, 2022. The board requested ISG clarify its proposal letter, including definitions of 'unbilled time' and 'written-off' costs, and explain project changes. The board also ensured the property owner, Mr. Cordes, can participate in the next meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 28, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Recessed final acceptance of CD79 Improvement Project until July 26, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners and Drainage Authority will meet on July 12, 2022, to handle routine business including consent agenda items, a presentation from the Southern MN Initiative Foundation, and a property services item on an AgBMP low-interest loan septic lien. The Drainage Authority will continue the CD79 public hearing on final acceptance of the improvement project, following a June 28 continuance to allow ISG to present a plan for finishing remaining work.

• SMIF presentation by Tim Penny
• AgBMP low-interest loan project – septic lien
• Continued CD79 public hearing on final acceptance of improvement project
• Approval of consent agenda including June 28 minutes, bills, and end of probations

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners met on July 12, 2022, and approved a resolution authorizing a lien on a property for $7,190.00 related to the AgBMP Low Interest Loan Project. The board also approved the consent agenda, including warrants totaling over $579,000, and approved per diems and expenses for commissioners. No public appearances were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants: General Revenue $374,100.89, Road & Bridge $42,374.23, Human Services $162,581.88 (unanimous)
• Approved $7,190.00 septic lien on parcel 13.036.1300 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several action items, including awarding the 2022 Highway Striping Project, amending a MnDOT agreement, and approving a resolution for American Rescue Plan Act funds. The board will also discuss an alternative work schedule policy and a letter of support for a Border-to-Border grant. The Drainage Authority will hold a continued public hearing on the final acceptance of the CD79 improvement project.

• Consider award of 2022 Highway Striping Project
• Consider Amendment #2 to MnDOT Agreement No. 1045974 and Resolution
• American Rescue Plan Act Funds Resolution
• Border-to-Border Grant Application Letter of Support
• CD79 Continued Public Hearing on Final Acceptance of Improvement Project

The Nicollet County Board approved the 2022 Highway Striping Project contract with Traffic Marking Services, the lowest bidder. They also approved Amendment #2 to MnDOT Agreement No. 1045974 for CSAH 21 slope failure engineering reimbursement, accepted the ARPA Funds Resolution, and approved a letter of support for a Border-to-Border Grant application. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the grant letter.

• Approved 2022 Highway Striping Project contract to Traffic Marking Services (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #2 to MnDOT Agreement No. 1045974 and Resolution (unanimous roll call)
• Approved ARPA Funds Resolution (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Border-to-Border Grant Application letter of support (unanimous, Luepke abstained)
• Approved Alternative Work Schedule Program Policy (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $404,168.71 (unanimous)
• Approved proclamations for high school state championship teams (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority accepted the Molnau Trucking CD79 improvement project as completed, allowing final payment, and continued the project to July 12, 2022, for ISG to propose finishing remaining work and associated costs. The decision followed a public hearing addressing landowner Ron Cordes' grading concerns.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 14, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Molnau Trucking CD79 project as completed for final payment (roll call vote)
• Continued CD79 project to July 12, 2022 for ISG to present plan for remaining work and cost allocation

Board Workshops

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss administrative, financial, and facility updates. Key topics included a regional planning discussion, broadband initiatives, and a project request from Baker Tilly Professional Services related to ARP funds. The meeting also covered a status update on the North Mankato project and healthcare procurement.

• Discussion of GMG Regional Planning with Jessica Beyer
• Review of Broadband initiatives
• ARP Project Request from Baker Tilly Professional Services
• North Mankato Project Update presented by Mike Beach
• Healthcare Procurement discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission will review permits, approve minutes, and hear staff reports on a proposed one-year moratorium on new deer farms, a text amendment to allow rooftop solar in the Shoreland District, and a floodplain management update to meet NFIP standards. The meeting follows the Board of Adjustments and Appeals session.

• Staff report on proposed new cervid farm moratorium
• Text amendment to allow small rooftop solar systems in Shoreland Zoning District
• Text amendment to update floodplain management regulations to NFIP standards
• Review of May 2022 permits including grain bins, septic systems, and a swine barn
• Approval of May 16, 2022 minutes

The Nicollet Board of Adjustment & Appeals met on June 20, 2022, and took only procedural actions. The board approved the minutes from May 16, 2022, and adopted findings of fact for case PLN22-016, both by unanimous 3-0 votes. No other substantive decisions were made; the deputy zoning administrator noted a variance request would be heard in July.

• Approved minutes of May 16, 2022 (3-0)
• Adopted findings of fact for PLN22-016 (3-0)

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes and findings of fact from the May 16, 2022 meeting, which included a variance for Brian & Donna Dose to reduce the bluff setback to 10.8 feet. No new public hearings or major decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of minutes from May 16, 2022
• Approval of findings of fact for PLN22-06 (Dose variance)
• Public appearances and old business items

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals met and approved the minutes from May 16, 2022, and adopted the findings of fact for case PLN22-046. No other substantive decisions were made; the board was advised of a July meeting for a variance request.

• Approved minutes of May 16, 2022 (3-0)
• Adopted findings of fact for PLN22-046 (3-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review final payments for two public works projects and consider resolutions regarding MnDOT turnback and master partnership agreements. The meeting also includes a session for the Drainage Authority.

• Final payment for Project SP 052-612-008
• Final payment for Project SP 052-613-021
• MnDOT Turnback Agreement 1048520 and Resolution
• MnDOT Master Partnership Contract and Resolution

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners approved several routine items, including final payments for two road projects and agreements with MnDOT. They also authorized the County Attorney to enter into a cybersecurity assessment contract with Clifton Larson Allen, LLP. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved agenda with added cybersecurity item (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants and probation end (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $60,033.62 for CSAH 12 project (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $49,137.27 for CSAH 13 project (unanimous)
• Approved MnDOT Turnback Agreement #1048520 and Resolution (unanimous roll call)
• Approved MnDOT Master Partnership Contract #1050068 and Resolution (unanimous roll call)
• Authorized County Attorney to contract with Clifton Larson Allen for cybersecurity assessment (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The meeting consisted of procedural actions including the approval of the agenda and the May 24, 2022, minutes. No new business or public appearances were recorded during this session.

• Approval of June 14, 2022, agenda
• Approval of May 24, 2022, Drainage Authority minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met on June 14, 2022, and approved the agenda and the consent agenda, which included the May 24, 2022 minutes. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned after about one minute. No substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including May 24, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:40 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet on May 24, 2022, to consider awarding a 2022 bituminous materials contract and address a negative drainage system fund balance transfer. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the South Central Multi-County HRA and the Karpel Record Management System.

• Consider award of 2022 Bituminous Materials (Asphalt Emulsion) contract
• Negative Drainage System Fund Balance Transfer
• Prosecutor by Karpel – Record Management System
• South Central Multi-County HRA – AmberField Properties
• Renewal of Liquor/Tobacco License

The Nicollet County Board approved the 2022 bituminous materials contract with Flint Hills Resources, the low bidder. It also approved two conditional use permits for mineral extraction and a swine feedlot, a temporary fund transfer to cover a negative drainage system balance, a contract with Karpel for record management, and an agreement with outside counsel for AmberField properties. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2022 asphalt emulsion contract with Flint Hills Resources (5-0)
• Accepted Planning & Zoning report for Hoffman Construction mineral extraction CUP (5-0)
• Accepted Planning & Zoning report for Havemeier swine feedlot CUP (5-0)
• Approved temporary transfer from General Fund to Drainage System fund (5-0)
• Authorized contract with Karpel record management software (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Attorney Scott Anderson for AmberField bond review (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants and travel requests (5-0)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (5-0)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and approved its agenda and the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the May 10, 2022 meeting. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening. The session was procedural with no substantive decisions or discussions.

• Approved the May 10, 2022 Drainage Authority minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met on May 24, 2022, and approved its agenda and the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the May 10, 2022 meeting. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including May 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Board Workshops

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a workshop to discuss several administrative and service updates. Topics include the sale of AmberField Properties, TNT supplemental budget inserts, and potential housing contract changes.

• Update on the sale of AmberField Properties
• Review of TNT Supplemental Budget Inserts
• Discussion of Alternative Work Schedule Policy
• Housing process changes and potential contracting with Blue Earth County
• Review of ARPA Project Requests

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals approved a variance (PLN22-OB) to reduce the bluff setback to 10-8 feet in the Conservancy District for Brian & Donna Dose. The vote was 3-0, with conditions. The board also approved the minutes from February 5, 2021, and adopted findings for the variance.

• Approved variance PLN22-OB to reduce bluff setback to 10-8 feet (3-0)
• Approved minutes of February 5, 2021
• Adopted findings for variance PLN22-OB (3-0)

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a residential addition. The applicants seek to reduce the required 30-foot bluff setback to 10.8 feet to allow for construction.

• Public Hearing PLN 22-06: Request to reduce bluff setback to 10.8 feet for a home addition
• Proposed 16' x 24' residential addition and L-shaped deck at 69194 County Road 21
• Approval of April 18, 2022, meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals approved a variance (PLN22-OB) for Brian & Donna Dose to reduce the bluff setback to 10 feet in the Conservancy District, with conditions. The applicant stated the house is 160 years old and the variance would help preserve the home and improve livability, including adding an entry door. The vote was 3-0, and the board also adopted findings for the decision.

• Approved variance PLN22-OB to reduce bluff setback to 10 feet in Conservancy District (3-0)
• Adopted findings for the variance approval (3-0)
• Approved minutes of February 5, 2021

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the consent agenda, including minutes, bills, and probation endings, and to receive the Highway Department's 2021 annual report. A key action is a resolution to convey tax-forfeited land to the City of Lafayette. The board will also hear updates from the county attorney and committee reports, and approve per diems and expenses.

• Resolution authorizing conveyance of tax-forfeited land to City of Lafayette
• Highway Department 2021 Annual Report submitted
• Consent agenda includes approval of bills and end of probations
• Drainage Authority meeting to approve minutes

The Nicollet County Board approved the Highway Department's 2021 Annual Report, covering completed road projects and future work on CSAH 23, SCAH 15, SCAH 21, and a culvert near Kerns Drive. The board also authorized conveying tax-forfeited land to the City of Lafayette for a public park, after the property had been transferred to the state in 2013. Both resolutions passed unanimously on roll call votes. The consent agenda, including warrants and an employee probation end, was also approved.

• Approved 2021 Public Works Annual Report (unanimous)
• Authorized conveyance of tax-forfeited land to City of Lafayette for public park (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $498,610.58 and end of probation for correctional officer (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and approved its agenda and consent agenda, which included the minutes from the April 26, 2022 meeting. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned after about one minute. The agenda contained only routine procedural items with no substantive decisions or discussions.

• Approved the April 26, 2022 Drainage Authority minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met on May 24, 2022, and approved its agenda and the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the May 10, 2022 meeting. No public appearances were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after convening. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including May 10, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider routine consent agenda items including approval of prior meeting minutes, grant acceptance, library contracts, and a travel request. They will also discuss finance donations, a paving award, appoint a county assessor, proclaim Mental Health Month, and review the 2021 Year in Review report. The Drainage Authority will consider adopting findings for the CD48A repair project.

• 2021 Emergency Management Performance Grant
• 2022 North Mankato Library and Bookmobile Contracts
• Out of State Travel Request - Veterans Service Officers
• Resolution Appointing a County Assessor
• Adopt Findings for CD48A Repair Project

The Nicollet County Board approved the appointment of Shana Jackson as County Assessor, effective after Lorna Sandvik's retirement on April 29, 2022. The board also approved donations, a proclamation for Mental Health Month, the transition of Clubhouse services to county Adult Mental Health Services, and the donation of a vaccine refrigerator. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved appointment of Shana Jackson as County Assessor (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of $550 in Q1 2022 donations (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for May as National Mental Health Month (5-0)
• Approved transition of Clubhouse responsibilities to County Adult Mental Health Services (5-0)
• Approved donation of vaccine refrigerator to Open Door Health Center (5-0)
• Approved amendment to 2022 committee assignments and per diem list (5-0)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $518,792.65 (5-0)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved the Findings and Order for the CD 48A repair work, following a continued public hearing. They also approved a contract review with Houston Engineering, allowing staff to finalize the contract for signature. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including April 12, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Findings and Order for CD 48A repair work (unanimous roll call)
• Approved contract review with Houston Engineering for CD 48A repairs (unanimous roll call)

Board Workshops

The Board of Commissioners met for a workshop to review several departmental updates. Presentations included a corridor study for CSAH 13/Lookout Dr., an update on the North Mankato Building, and discussions regarding medical insurance brokers and record management software.

• CSAH 13/Lookout Dr. Corridor Study presentation by Bolton & Menk
• North Mankato Building update
• Discussion of medical insurance broker
• Review of record management software change

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting a new redistricting plan for county commissioner districts, based on the 2020 Census. The board will also establish an election cycle to comply with term staggering requirements. The plan must be adopted by April 26, 2022.

• Public hearing and adoption of 2022 redistricting plan for county commissioner districts
• Three draft options (Option 1, 2, 3) for commissioner district boundaries
• District populations range from 6,249 to 7,520, within 10% of ideal population of 6,887
• Swearing-in of Commissioner Elect David Haack at 8:45 a.m.
• Deadline to adopt plan is April 26, 2022

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority voted unanimously to move forward with the CD48A ditch repair project, including both repair options, and to communicate with the DNR on project details. They also approved a contract with Houston Engineering to continue work on the project's next steps. The decision followed a public hearing where landowners expressed support for the repairs and herbicide use.

• Approved consent agenda including March 22, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended moving forward with CD48A repair project, including both repair options (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Houston Engineering for next steps on CD48A project (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment and Appeals is meeting to handle routine administrative items, including approving minutes from previous meetings and findings of fact for a case (PLN22-02, Freier). No major decisions or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes: December 20, 2021, January 24, 2022, March 21, 2022
• Approval of findings of fact for PLN22-02 (Freier)

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals met on April 18, 2022, and approved minutes from three prior meetings (December 20, 2021; February 24, 2022; March 21, 2022), each by a 4-0 vote. The board also voted 4-0 to adopt findings of fact for variance application PLN22.02 Freier. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included no public appearances, old business, other business, or communications, and adjourned.

• Approved minutes of December 20, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved minutes of March 21, 2022 (4-0)
• Adopted findings of fact for PLN22.02 Freier (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

There was no meeting held by the Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission on this date.

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine items and discuss several matters, including adopting a watershed management plan, supporting a federal funding request for Lafayette, and recognizing Crime Victims' Rights Week. The board will also review the Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission's recent actions, including a solar project approval.

• Resolution to adopt Hawk Creek-Middle Minnesota Watershed Management Plan
• Letter of support for City of Lafayette Congressionally Directed Spending
• Proclamation for Crime Victims' Rights Week
• Approval of March 22, 2022 board minutes and bills
• Continued public hearing for CD48A repair project (Drainage Authority)

The board approved a conditional use permit for Novel Anika Solar LLC to build a 0.72 MW solar energy system on up to 1.5 acres, adding a decommissioning bond condition totaling $66,864.85. The board also approved the Hawk Creek-Middle Minnesota Watershed Management Plan, a letter of support for Lafayette's water treatment plant improvements, and a proclamation for Crime Victims' Rights Week. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Novel Anika Solar LLC conditional use permit with decommissioning bond (unanimous)
• Approved Jeffrey Leonard/L & W Farms Partnership Registered Land Survey #78 (unanimous)
• Adopted Hawk Creek-Middle Minnesota Watershed Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for City of Lafayette water treatment plant funding (unanimous)
• Approved Crime Victims' Rights Week proclamation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $698,839.12 (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority held a continued public hearing on repairs for drainage system CD48A, hearing from an engineer and landowners about repair methods, costs, and herbicide use. The board voted to recommend moving forward with the repair project, including both repair options, and to communicate with the DNR on project details. They also approved a contract with Houston Engineering for next steps.

• Continued public hearing for CD48A ditch repairs with cost estimates from Houston Engineering
• Discussion of replacing a culvert and using herbicide to control regrowth
• Motion to recommend moving forward with the 48A repair project, including both repair options
• Approved contract with Houston Engineering for next steps on the 48A project
• Consent agenda approved: March 22, 2022 minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority voted to move forward with the CD48A ditch repair project, including both repair options, and to communicate with the DNR on project details. It also approved a contract with Houston Engineering for the next steps. The decisions were made after a public hearing and discussion of cost estimates and repair methods.

• Approved consent agenda including March 22, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended moving forward with CD48A repair project, including both repair options, and communicating with DNR (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Houston Engineering for next steps of CD48A project (unanimous)

Tri-County Solid Waste

The Tri-County Solid Waste Joint Powers Board will meet on March 23, 2022, to discuss the 2022 budget and approve vendor contracts for tires, appliances, and electronics. The agenda also includes discussions regarding gate rate charges, mobile collection schedules, and SCORE grant funds.

• Approval of 2022 budget as of January 39
• Vendor contract approvals for tires, appliances, and electronics
• Discussion of 2022 gate rate charges and $5 coupon
• SCORE Grant Funds Resolution and legislative update
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider setting a public hearing date for the county redistricting plan, hear reports from the sheriff, public works, and public services, and approve proclamations. The board will also handle routine consent agenda items and a drainage authority public hearing for the CD48A repair project.

• Set date for public hearing on Nicollet County redistricting plan (April 19, 2022)
• Sheriff's report on ARMER radio upgrades under ARPA funding
• Public Works annual agricultural inspector's report
• Proclamations for National County Government Month and Women's History Month
• Drainage Authority public hearing for CD48A repair project

The Nicollet County Board approved the purchase of ARMER radio upgrades funded by ARPA, approved the annual agricultural inspector's report, set a public hearing for the redistricting plan, and adopted proclamations for National County Government Month and Women's History Month. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved ARMER radio upgrades under ARPA funding (unanimous)
• Approved annual agricultural inspector's report (unanimous)
• Set April 19, 2022, 9:00 a.m. for redistricting public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for National County Government Month (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Women's History Month (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants and travel requests (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority held a public hearing on proposed repairs to CD48A, including sediment removal, culvert replacement, and bank stabilization. After hearing public comment, the board voted to continue the hearing to April 19, 2022, to allow more landowner input. The board also approved the consent agenda and adjourned.

• Public hearing continued to April 19, 2022, for CD48A ditch repairs
• Proposed repairs include removing sediment, replacing a 54-inch culvert between Duck and Middle Lakes, and addressing bank sloughing
• Discussion of amphibious excavator vs. cookie cutter method for dredging
• DNR letter of permission required for the project
• Consent agenda approved, including March 8, 2022 minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority held a public hearing on recommended repairs for CD48A, including sediment removal, culvert replacement, and bank sloughing repairs. After public comment, the board voted unanimously to continue the hearing to April 19 at 10:00 a.m. to allow landowners more feedback time. No repair contract was approved at this meeting.

• Approved consent agenda including March 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Continued CD48A ditch repair public hearing to April 19 at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:47 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold a public hearing on a variance request by Toby and Amanda Freier to build a 26' by 32' detached garage closer to the front property line than the primary structure, at Lot 5, Block 1, Horizon Acres Subdivision, West Newton Township. The board will also approve minutes from the January 24, 2022 meeting. The agenda includes no other substantive items.

• Public hearing on variance PLN 22-02 for accessory structure setback reduction
• Proposed 26' x 32' detached garage at 141.6' from front line vs. dwelling at 200.4'
• Variance from Zoning Ordinance Section 703.1(l) in R-1 and Conservancy districts
• Staff recommends approval with conditions including zoning permits and STSS inspection
• Application fee: $496.00

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals approved a variance allowing an accessory structure closer to the front lot line than the principal building, with a 4-0 vote. The applicant, Mr. Freier, agreed with the staff report, and no public testimony was given. The board also approved the February 5, 2021 minutes with corrections, noting the attendance list was fixed. A neighbor, Neil Ellingson, raised a notice concern but was advised to seek legal counsel if needed.

• Approved variance for accessory structure closer to front lot line (4-0)
• Approved minutes of February 5, 2021 with corrections (4-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit requests: a large solar energy system by Novel Anika Solar LLC and a registered land survey by Jeffrey Leonard. The commission will also elect officers, review permits, and discuss a deer moratorium.

• Public hearing PLN 22-01: Conditional use permit for 0.72 MW solar energy system on 5.15 acres, parcel 09.017.0810, Nicollet Township
• Public hearing PLN 22-03: Conditional use permit for registered land survey, parcels 12.742.0045, 12.742.0040, 12.742.0030, Traverse Township
• Election of officers
• Review of permits
• Discussion of deer moratorium

The Planning & Zoning Commission approved Novel Anika Solar LLC's large solar energy system with amended conditions, adding a decommissioning bond requirement. The board also elected officers, approved minutes, directed staff to study a solar text amendment, and approved a registered land survey. No action was taken on a proposed deer farm moratorium.

• Elected David Hermanson as Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Dave Ubel as Vice Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 24, 2022 (5-0)
• Directed staff to investigate residential roof-mounted solar in Shoreland District (4-0)
• Approved Novel Anika Solar LLC large solar energy system with amended conditions, including decommissioning bond of $66,864.85 (5-0)
• Approved Jeffery Leonard's Registered Land Survey #78 (5-0)

Board Workshops

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss various departmental updates and proposals. Topics include sheriff equipment requests, road improvements, and property assessment adjustments.

• ARPA request for Armer radios
• CSAH 5/Sunrise Drive intersection improvements
• Proposed EMV adjustments
• Bolton & Menk Remonumentation Contract
• Commissioner District 3 Special Election update

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds budget and reallocation of funds. The agenda also includes routine consent items, a county attorney update, and commissioner reports. Following the board meeting, the Drainage Authority will hold a continued public hearing on the CD79 improvement project.

• American Rescue Plan Act Funds Budget Resolution
• Reallocation of Funds Resolution
• Continued CD79 Public Hearing on Final Acceptance of Improvement Project
• Approval of February 22, 2022 Board Minutes
• County Feedlot Annual Report

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners approved the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) budget resolution and a reallocation of funds resolution, both by unanimous roll call votes. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included meeting minutes, a feedlot annual report, probation endings, and warrant payments totaling over $301,000. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments and reports.

• Approved ARPA budget resolution (unanimous)
• Approved reallocation of funds resolution (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants for General Revenue ($110,591.22), Road & Bridge ($46,095.43), and Human Services ($144,814.84) funds
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and approved the consent agenda, then continued a public hearing on the CD79 improvement project. Engineers and landowners reported standing water and drainage problems at the spillway. The board agreed the issue must be fixed before final acceptance and set a continuation date of June 28, 2022.

• Continued CD79 public hearing to June 28, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.
• Engineer recommended deducting fix costs from the Molnau contract
• Landowners Ron Cordes and Henry Bode raised drainage concerns
• Approved February 22, 2022 Drainage Authority minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and approved the consent agenda, including minutes from March 8, 2022. A public hearing on CD48A ditch repairs was held, with discussion of sediment removal, culvert replacement, and bank repairs. The board voted to continue the hearing to April 19 at 10:00 a.m. to allow more public input. No final repair decision was made.

• Approved consent agenda including March 8, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Continued CD48A ditch repair public hearing to April 19 at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet Board of Adjustment and Appeals has no meeting scheduled for this date.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission agenda for February 28, 2022, indicates that no meeting will be held. The document contains only the commission's mission, vision, and core values, with no items for discussion or decision.

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine consent items, discuss property services and technology contracts, and hold a closed session for labor negotiations. The board will also consider a letter of support for a Main Street grant and an equity climate study. The meeting includes a drainage authority session to set a hearing date for a repair project.

• Approval of February 8, 2022 board minutes
• Appointment to Board of Adjustment & Appeals and Planning & Zoning Advisory Committee
• Minnesota Department of Human Services Joint Powers Agreement
• Off-Highway Vehicle Safety Grant with Minnesota DNR
• Closed session for probation collective bargaining agreement (July 2021 – December 2022)

The Nicollet County Board approved the probation collective bargaining agreement for July 2021–December 2022 after a closed session, ratified the IFS maintenance contract, and approved $6,000 for the Mankato Area Foundation equity study. They also approved the consent agenda, revised AgBMP loan work plan, a letter of support for Greater Mankato Growth, and per diems. All votes were unanimous except Commissioner Luepke abstaining on the consent agenda.

• Approved consent agenda including warrants ($172,790.78 general, $136,516.52 road, $337,424.51 human services) (4-0, Luepke abstaining)
• Approved revised AgBMP Loan Work Plan (unanimous)
• Ratified IFS contract for maintenance and support (unanimous)
• Approved Probation Collective Bargaining Agreement July 2021–December 2022 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved $6,000 for Mankato Area Foundation 2022 Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity Climate Study (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Support for Greater Mankato Growth's Main Street Revitalization grant application (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Authority scheduled a public hearing for March 22, 2022, to discuss a potential repair project on CD48A. The meeting addressed diminished effectiveness of the drainage outlet following a records re-establishment.

• Public Hearing for CD48A repair project set for March 22, 2022
• Approval of February 8, 2022, Drainage Authority minutes

Board Workshops

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss county business, including technology updates, health and human services programs, housing options, and a potential Mankato Area Foundation item. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion.

• OT Updates
• Children Continuum of Care Regional Group
• Power Up Clubhouse: Non-profit versus County Service Discussion
• Nicollet County Housing: Adult foster care homes and Solace
• Mankato Area Foundation

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider final acceptance for a roadway embankment repair project and ratify an IFS software contract. The agenda also includes discussions on human resources, health and human services agreements, and drainage authority items.

• Final acceptance of road project SP 052-621-028 involving CSAH 21 embankment repair ($293,084.25)
• Ratification of IFS software contract for $16,170.00
• Approval of North Mankato Health and Human Services interior remodel bid
• Public hearing for CD79 project final acceptance
• Review of classification and compensation study contract

The board approved the final acceptance for the CSAH 21 temporary stabilization project, with a final contract value of $293,084.25, funded by FHWA Emergency Relief. They also approved a $52,000 classification and compensation study contract with Arthur J. Gallagher, and accepted $4,520 in Q4 2021 donations. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved final acceptance for Project SP 052-621-028 (CSAH 21 stabilization) (unanimous)
• Approved $52,000 classification and compensation study contract with Arthur J. Gallagher (unanimous)
• Approved $4,520 in Q4 2021 donations (unanimous)
• Approved low bids for North Mankato HHS interior remodel (unanimous)
• Approved South Central Community-Based Initiative Joint Powers Agreement amendment (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $262,385.71 (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and discussed two drainage improvement projects. They postponed a decision on final acceptance of the CD79 project after landowners raised concerns about drainage and benefit assessments, scheduling a continued public hearing for March 8. They also approved a contract extension for Lametti & Sons on the CD86A project due to delayed electrical parts.

• CD79 public hearing continued to March 8, 2022, after landowner concerns about spoils and spillway rocks
• Liquidated damages of $400 per day assessed on CD79 project; $14,000 deducted from $77,885 payment
• Contract extension approved for Lametti & Sons on CD86A project to February 28, 2022
• Public comments from Ronnie Cordes, Johanna Menk, and Gerald Fitzner on CD79

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority recessed the public hearing on final acceptance of the CD79 improvement project until March 8, 2022, after landowners raised concerns about drainage and benefit assessments. No motion was made to approve the project. The board also approved a contract extension for Lametti & Sons on the CD86A project.

• Approved consent agenda including January 25, 2022 minutes (all in favor)
• Recessed CD79 public hearing to March 8, 2022, no approval motion
• Approved contract extension for Lametti & Sons on CD86A (all in favor, Luepke abstaining)

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will hear a presentation on an intersection control evaluation for CSAH 5/Broadway/Sunrise Drive, which recommends a single-lane roundabout to address future traffic failures. The board will also consider a resolution to apply for a Help America Vote grant, approve a grant contract with the state for community corrections, and handle routine consent agenda items including minutes, agreements, and bills. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations on the 2022 non-licensed law enforcement collective bargaining agreement.

• Intersection Control Evaluation Report: CSAH 5/Broadway/Sunrise Drive recommends roundabout (approx. $1.57M)
• Resolution to apply for Help America Vote Grant funding
• Grant (Subsidy) Contract with the State and Nicollet County for Community Corrections
• 2021 Budget Change Request
• Resolution reappointing Assistant Veterans Services Officer

The board approved the 2022 Non-Licensed Law Enforcement Collective Bargaining Agreement after a closed session for labor negotiations. They also approved a mineral extraction permit renewal, a grant application for the Help America Vote Grant, a state corrections grant contract, and several administrative items. An intersection study was presented for information only, with no action taken.

• Approved 2022 Non-Licensed Law Enforcement Collective Bargaining Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved three-year renewal of mineral extraction permit for Herbert Chilman (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to apply for Help America Vote Grant (unanimous)
• Approved grant contract with State of Minnesota for Community Corrections (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel for ATSSA Conference (unanimous)
• Reappointed Gerald Dotson as Assistant Veterans Service Officer for four-year term (unanimous)
• Approved budget change request for property purchase at 1301 Marshall St. (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $1,068,213.87 (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met and approved the minutes from its January 4, 2022 meeting. No other business was discussed or decided. The meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved January 4, 2022 Drainage Authority minutes

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met on January 25, 2022, and approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the January 4, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved consent agenda including January 4, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment and Appeals is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes and findings of fact from the December 20, 2021 meeting, and handle any public appearances or old/new business. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new public hearings or substantive decisions listed for this session.

• Election of officers for the board
• Approval of minutes from December 20, 2021
• Approval of findings of fact for PLN21-40 (Carlblom) and PLN21-41 (Stenson/Stenson Living Trust)
• Review of cancellations and additions

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals met on January 24, 2022, and unanimously elected Justin Laven as Chair and David Hermanson as Vice-Chair for 2022. The board also approved the minutes from December 20, 2021, and approved findings of fact for three items (PLN2140, Carlblom, and PLN2141, Stenson's Stenso Living Trust), all by 3-0 votes. No public appearances, hearings, or other substantive business were conducted.

• Elected Justin Laven as Chair for 2022 (3-0)
• Elected David Hermanson as Vice-Chair for 2022 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of December 20, 2021 (3-0)
• Approved findings of fact for PLN2140, Carlblom (3-0)
• Approved findings of fact for PLN2141, Stenson's Stenso Living Trust (3-0)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Nicollet County Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission agenda for January 24, 2022 states 'NO MEETING', indicating the meeting was cancelled. No items were scheduled for discussion or decision.

Board of Commissioners

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to handle routine administrative items, including appointments, licenses, and contracts. A key item is a public hearing on eminent domain proceedings for the County Road 15 reconstruction project. The board will also set salaries for the sheriff and attorney and amend the 2022 elected officials compensation resolution.

• Eminent domain proceedings for County Road 15 reconstruction
• Resolution setting minimum salary for County Sheriff and Attorney
• Amendment to 2022 Elected Officials Compensation and Per Diem Resolution
• 2022 Solid Waste Collection and Transportation License Applicants
• Approval of bills

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners held its annual organizational meeting, electing Marie Dranttel as Chair and Jack Kolars as Vice Chair for 2022. The board approved the consent agenda, including warrants and licenses, and authorized hiring outside counsel for potential eminent domain proceedings on County Road 15. It also approved resolutions setting minimum salaries for the Sheriff and Attorney, a 2.5% commissioner pay increase, and 2022 committee assignments.

• Elected Marie Dranttel as Board Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Jack Kolars as Vice Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants totaling $138,681.36 (unanimous)
• Authorized hiring outside counsel for eminent domain on County Road 15 (unanimous)
• Approved resolution setting minimum salary for Sheriff and Attorney (unanimous)
• Approved 2.5% commissioner pay increase and 3.5% for elected department heads (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 committee and board assignments (unanimous)
• Approved per diems and expenses for commissioner meetings (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will meet to handle routine business, including approving the consent agenda, setting salaries for the sheriff and attorney, and discussing eminent domain proceedings for County Road 15 reconstruction. The Drainage Authority will also meet to set a public hearing for CD79 and discuss a mediation request involving Lametti and Sons, Inc. A portion of the meeting will be closed for attorney-client privileged communication.

• Eminent domain proceedings for County Road 15 reconstruction
• Resolution setting minimum salary for County Sheriff and Attorney
• 2022 Solid Waste Collection and Transportation License Applicants
• Set public hearing date for CD79 final acceptance of improvement project contract & levy
• County Ditch 86A request for mediation involving Lametti and Sons, Inc.

The Nicollet County Drainage Authority approved the agenda and consent agenda, including minutes from December 14, 2021. It set a public hearing for February 8, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. to consider final acceptance of the CD79 improvement project contract and levy. The board also approved a request for mediation with Lametti and Sons, Inc. regarding County Ditch 86A, with Commissioner Luepke abstaining due to a property interest. The meeting included a closed session for attorney-client privileged communication about threatened litigation.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda including Dec. 14, 2021 minutes (all in favor)
• Set public hearing for CD79 final acceptance and levy for Feb. 8, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. (all in favor)
• Approved mediation request with Lametti and Sons for County Ditch 86A (3-0, Luepke abstained)