Fillmore County public meetings in 2021

Board Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several 2022 salary requests for the County Recorder, Sheriff, and County Attorney. The meeting also includes discussions on highway detour agreements, bridge replacement payments, and various county pay plans.

• First reading of the Solid Waste Management 10 year plan
• Acceptance of $2,000 from Carton Council’s Community Education Award
• Detour agreement with MN/DOT for TH 43 construction
• Final payment resolution for bridge replacement on CSAH 29, SAP 023-629-010
• Cooperative agreement with the City of Whalan for CSAH 36 reconstruction

The Fillmore County Board approved the 2022 budget and final levy, along with several resolutions including a state of emergency declaration and a detour agreement with MnDOT. The board also set salaries for the Sheriff, Chief Deputy, and County Recorder, and approved various contracts and grants.

• Approved 2022 Fillmore County Final Levy (Resolution 2021-069) unanimously
• Approved 2022 Fillmore County Budget (Resolution 2021-070) unanimously
• Approved Resolution 2021-065 declaring a State of Emergency unanimously
• Approved Resolution 2021-066 detour agreement with MnDOT for TH 43 construction for $15,720.65 unanimously
• Approved CDOWN fee of $300 (4-1, Lentz dissenting)
• Approved 2022 non-union pay plan with 3% COLA/Market increase unanimously
• Approved 2022 Phone Stipends (4-1, Lentz dissenting)
• Approved office furniture in Administration for $9,956.37 (4-1, Prestby dissenting)

Truth and Taxation

The Fillmore County Board met in special session for the 2022 Truth in Taxation public hearing, where the county administrator presented a review of 2021 operations, 2022 goals, and budget/levy summaries. No formal decisions were made; the hearing was informational, and the board adjourned after public discussion.

• Held 2022 Truth in Taxation public hearing (no vote)
• Adjourned hearing at 6:57 p.m. (motion by Bakke, seconded by Hindt)

Board Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review bids for multiple bridge replacement and road projects. The meeting includes discussions on American Recovery Act expenditures, jail architecture, and an ATV ordinance. A Truth in Taxation hearing for the 2022 preliminary budget and levy is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.

• Bids for bridge replacements on CSAH 30, CSAH 26, CR 105, and in Newburg, Sumner, and Norway Townships
• Purchase of a 2022 Ford Explorer Squad Car and Jail Camera DVR system
• Contract award to Neo Electrical Solutions for moving the Airport AWOS
• Request to hire a Social Worker at Grade 12/ Step 1 effective 01/03/2022
• Review of updated County fee schedule for approval in early 2022

The Fillmore County Board approved an additional 8 hours of paid time off for employees to use between December 15-30, 2021, with a 4-1 vote (Prestby dissenting). The board also approved multiple infrastructure contracts, including bridge replacements and a surface reconditioning project, and authorized the purchase of a new squad car and jail camera system.

• Approved 8 hours additional PTO for employees (4-1, Prestby nay)
• Approved $35,483 lease and $5,789 equipment for 2022 Ford Explorer squad car
• Approved $9,877 jail camera DVR replacement funded from multiple sources
• Awarded $283,338 bridge replacement on CSAH 30 to Minnowa Construction
• Awarded $267,353 bridge replacement on CSAH 26 to Minnowa Construction
• Awarded $147,192 bridge replacement on CR 105 to Minnowa Construction
• Awarded $121,300 bridge replacement in Newburg Township to Minnowa Construction
• Approved $873,085 surface reconditioning on CSAH 30 to Rochester Sand & Gravel

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss American Recovery Act expenditures and hold a public hearing regarding an ATV ordinance. The meeting also includes reviews of road reconditioning projects and personnel hiring requests.

• Public hearing on ATV Ordinance
• Discussion of American Recovery Act expenditures for broadband, HVAC, and administration
• Requests to advertise surface reconditioning on CSAH 3 and CSAH 39
• Request to advertise for the 2022 Chip seal Program on CSAH 12, 17, 18, 23, 25, 40, and 14
• Renewal liquor license for Isle of Dreams LLC

The Fillmore County Board approved several consent agenda items, including snowmobile grant contracts totaling over $97,000, and authorized advertising for road surface projects on CSAH 3 and CSAH 39, the 2022 chip seal program, and a contracted county land surveyor. They also approved the purchase of a 2022 Ford F-150 for $32,867.17, set sale prices for 12 tax-forfeit properties, and approved a voting equipment grant application. The board deferred action on an ATV ordinance and a driveway access permit for Justin Boyum, with both to be revisited at the December 14 meeting.

• Approved snowmobile grant contracts totaling $97,387.32 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for surface projects on CSAH 3 and CSAH 39 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Ford F-150 for $32,867.17 (unanimous)
• Approved sale prices for 12 tax-forfeit properties (unanimous)
• Approved application for Voting Equipment Grant VEGA-3 (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Aaron Martinez on County 108 (unanimous)
• Denied access permit for Justin Boyum on County 30 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Ashley Johnson as Public Health Case Aide (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review broadband expansion proposals and American Recovery Act expenditures. The meeting includes decisions on tax-forfeited land classification and various infrastructure and staffing requests.

• Natural Resources Block Grant Agreement for $70,096.00
• Tax forfeiture land classification and auction date resolution
• Bridge No. 88938 replacement project advertisement in Arendahl Township
• Broadband proposals from Corey Hauer & Haley Tollefson, LTD, Harmony Telephone/MiBroadband, and Mediacom Communications
• Purchase quotes for a 2022 Dodge Charger unmarked squad car

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved several items including a $66,082 feedlot grant agreement, a $70,096 natural resources block grant, a $3,569.53 electrical panel addition, a professional consultation contract, a $35,745 squad car lease, and two temporary hires. The board also approved resolutions for tax-forfeited land classification and auction date, and authorized advertising for a bridge replacement and road reconditioning projects.

• Approved County Feedlot Grant Agreement ($66,082)
• Approved Natural Resources Block Grant ($70,096)
• Approved Haakenson Electric panel addition ($3,569.53)
• Approved 'Reflective Practice' consultation contract
• Approved lease of 2022 Dodge Charger ($35,745)
• Approved temporary employment of Bryant Bollman
• Approved hire of Carrie Boyum as PHN
• Approved advertising for copy machine RFP

Board Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review zoning permits and law enforcement equipment purchases. The board will also discuss an ATV ordinance and a paralegal employment contract.

• Access permit for Welch Family Farm in Spring Valley Township
• Conditional Use Permit for a sawmill by Jeremiah & Katherine Daggett in Jordan Township
• Purchase quotes for a 2022 Dodge Charger marked squad car from EATI and Enterprise Fleet Management
• Review of a proposed employment contract for paralegal services from Deborah Jeffers
• Discussion regarding the American Recovery Act calendar

The Fillmore County Board approved a public hearing notice for a proposed All-Terrain Vehicle ordinance, scheduling the hearing for November 23 at 9:35 a.m. The board also approved a lease for a 2022 Dodge Charger squad car, equipment setup, an access permit, a conditional use permit for a sawmill, and a paralegal contract. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Welch Family Farm, Spring Valley Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-053: conditional use permit for sawmill by Jeremiah & Katherine Daggett, Jordan Township (unanimous)
• Approved lease of 2022 Dodge Charger squad car through Enterprise for $41,954 (unanimous)
• Approved equipment setup through EATI for $10,579.77 (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing notice for ATV ordinance, hearing set for Nov. 23 at 9:35 a.m. (unanimous)
• Approved employment contract for paralegal service from Deborah Jeffers (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss funding requests for tourism associations and a zoning amendment for campgrounds. The meeting includes requests to advertise six bridge replacement projects across various townships and a proposal for a multi-year imagery project. Members will also consider a payroll software agreement and insurance benefit options for 2022.

• Request to advertise six bridge replacement projects in Jordan, Beaver, Harmony, Newburg, Sumner, and Norway Townships
• Proposed Imagery Project with EagleView for 3 years at $44,613.87 per year
• Proposed Payroll Software agreement with UKG
• Resolution for Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding Campgrounds, Section 506.05
• Request for transmission replacement quote for 2016 jail transport van

The Fillmore County Board approved a zoning ordinance amendment for campgrounds (Resolution 2021-052), authorized advertising for six bridge replacement projects, approved a $240 cash-in-lieu-of-insurance option for 2022, and approved a 3-year EagleView imagery contract at $44,613.87 per year. The board also approved a UKG payroll software agreement. Negotiations with the LELS union continued without a final agreement.

• Approved Resolution 2021-052 for Zoning Ordinance Amendment, Campgrounds, section 3 (33) (unanimous)
• Approved transmission replacement quote for 2016 jail transport van (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Bridge No. L4870 replacement in Jordan Township (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Bridge No. 9931 replacement on CSAH 26 in Beaver Township (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Bridge No. 92461 replacement on CSAH 30 in Harmony Township (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Bridge No. L4680 replacement in Newburg Township (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Bridge No. L4922 replacement in Sumner Township (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Bridge No. L4666 replacement in Norway Township (unanimous)

Board Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review requests for equipment purchases, personnel advertisements, and health plan premiums. The meeting includes discussions on an ATV ordinance and the write-off of delinquent mobile home property taxes.

• Possible action on an ATV ordinance
• Request to purchase a 2021 Motor grader
• Request to advertise for 1.0 FTE Social Worker, 1.0 FTE Registered Nurse/Public Health Nurse, and 1.0 FTE Case Aide
• Discussion on writing off delinquent mobile home property taxes
• Approval of 2022 health plan premiums and a cash-in-lieu benefits option

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved the purchase of a 2021 Caterpillar motor grader for $308,990, as recommended by the Highway Engineer. They also approved several other items, including the 2021 Motorola Dispatch Maintenance contract, a write-off of delinquent mobile home taxes totaling $2,475.47, and the 2022-2023 MFIP Biennial Agreement. The board approved advertising for three new positions funded by American Recovery Act dollars and sent two engineering positions to David Drown & Associates for classification. The ATV ordinance was discussed but not approved, with a final draft expected for the October 26th agenda.

• Approved 2021 Motorola Dispatch Maintenance contract (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 TZD Grant Resolution 2021-051 (unanimous)
• Approved write-off of delinquent mobile home taxes totaling $2,475.47 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2023 County MFIP Biennial Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 Motor Grader from Caterpillar for $308,990 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for 1.0 FTE Social Worker (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for 1.0 FTE Registered Nurse/Public Health Nurse (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for 1.0 FTE Case Aide (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider a 2022 operational enhancement grant for Veteran Services and an access permit in Fillmore Township. The meeting also includes a discussion on American Recovery Act funds and a personnel request regarding a staff member's FTE status.

• 2022 CVSO operational enhancement grant and expenditures
• Access permit for Mitchell & Nikita Albrecht, section 10 of Fillmore Township
• Request to keep Alexis Hall at 0.9 FTE permanently
• Update regarding American Recovery Act Dollars

The Fillmore County Board approved the 2022 CVSO operational enhancement grant and expenditures, an access permit for Mitchell & Nikita Albrecht, and permanently keeping Alexis Hall at 0.9 FTE. They also discussed but did not decide on American Recovery Act funding options, including adding social services positions and HVAC updates.

• Approved 2022 CVSO operational enhancement grant and expenditures (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Mitchell & Nikita Albrecht, section 10 of Fillmore Township (unanimous)
• Approved keeping Alexis Hall at 0.9 FTE permanently (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review the proposed 2022 budget and consider the preliminary levy. Other items include a foster care transportation contract, an ATV ordinance review, and a domestic violence awareness proclamation.

• Proclamation for October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Access permit for Jerry Gingerich in section 34 of Amherst Township
• 2022/23 Foster Care transportation contract involving multiple school districts
• Final payment resolution for the 2021 Bruening Rock Products contract
• Review of proposed 2022 Budget and Preliminary Levy

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved a preliminary 2022 levy with a 3.49% increase from 2021, along with several contracts and resolutions. The board also approved a corrected University of Minnesota Extension agreement, a foster care transportation contract, an access permit, and a grant agreement. No decision was made on a motor grader purchase, and a proposed ATV ordinance was discussed but will be revised.

• Approved 2022 preliminary levy with 3.49% increase (unanimous)
• Approved corrected MOA Addendum for 2022-2024 with U of M Extension (unanimous)
• Approved 2022/23 foster care transportation contract with five school districts (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Jerry Gingerich, section 34 of Amherst Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-048 authorizing grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-049 for 2021 Bruening Rock Products contract (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Ron Gregg and Darrell Schmitt to ACPA Conference (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2022 preliminary levy and budget. The board is also reviewing a jail needs assessment and the use of coronavirus relief funds for highway equipment.

• Discussion of 2022 Preliminary Levy and Budget
• Spending of Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) funds for two Tandem Plow Trucks
• Liquor License for Preston’s Servicemen’s Club
• Access permits for Jacob Hyke (City of Canton) and Antonio Stemp (Carimona Township)
• SSTS Ordinance amendment, Section 405

The Board unanimously approved a Request for Proposals (RFP) for architectural services to design options for the future of the Fillmore County Jail, following a Jail Needs Assessment report. The Board also unanimously approved spending $251,500 in federal CRRSAA funds on two tandem plow trucks for the Highway Department. Several other items were approved, including access permits, an SSTS ordinance amendment, a new hire, and a University of Minnesota Extension agreement for 2022-2024. The Board discussed a 2022 levy target of 3.5% (under 4%) and received a counterproposal from the LELS union, which will be reviewed before a response.

• Approved RFP for architectural services for jail cost/design options (unanimous)
• Approved $251,500 CRRSAA funds for two tandem plow trucks (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Jacob Hyke, section 28, City of Canton (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Antonio Stemp, section 27, Carimona Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-047: SSTS Ordinance amendment, section 405 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Andrew Drake as Highway Maintenance Specialist, Grade 8/Step 1, effective 9/29/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Lanesboro Abatement agreement upon attorney review (unanimous)
• Approved University of Minnesota Extension agreement for 2022-2024 (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review 2022 budgets for Public Health, Social Services, and Veteran Services. The meeting includes decisions on road project scheduling, waste market values, and various personnel and contract approvals.

• Review of 2022 Community Services Budgets for Public Health, Social Services, and Veteran Services
• Resolution to set MSW current market value at $81.67
• Proposed rescheduling of surface reconditioning projects for CSAH 30 and CSAH 2
• Agreement with Thompson Pit for winter sand use on County Roads
• Resolution for Fillmore County EDA participation in the Build Back Better Regional Challenge

The board unanimously approved transitioning county employee health insurance to Medica via Southeast Service Cooperative starting January 1, 2022, and approved a contract with Medsurety for COBRA and retiree outsourcing. They also approved several resolutions, including accepting a homelessness prevention grant, setting the MSW market value, and moving highway projects. No decisions were denied or tabled.

• Approved transition to Medica health insurance for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Medsurety for COBRA and retiree outsourcing (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-043 accepting Family Homeless Prevention & Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-044 setting MSW market value at $81.67 (unanimous)
• Approved moving CSAH 30 project to 2022 and CSAH 2 project to 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved fall weed spraying on south half of county (unanimous)
• Approved two-year agreement for winter sand from Thompson Pit (unanimous)
• Approved final payments for contracted rock: $1,378.42 to Orval Sorum & Sons and $846.16 to Milestone Materials (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing proposed 2022 budgets for several departments, including Finance, Highway, Airport, Surveyor, Zoning, Feedlot, and the Soil & Water Conservation District. The body will also consider personnel hires and specific infrastructure contracts.

• Proposed 2022 budgets for Finance, Highway, Airport, Surveyor, Zoning, Feedlot, and SWCD
• Contract Resolution for SAP 23-634-005 with Midwest Contracting, Inc.
• Bid results for the Lanesboro Fish Hatchery Project SAP 023-600-006
• Access permit for Dan Miller in section 21 of Bloomfield Township
• Hiring of replacement Accounting Technicians for the Administration and Assessor offices

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and approved several items, including a $523,856.75 bid from Rochester Sand and Gravel for the Lanesboro Fish Hatchery Project (SAP 023-600-006) and a $45,800.00 used pay loader purchase from RDO Equipment. The board also approved an access permit for Dan Miller in Bloomfield Township, a $2,980.00 concrete pad replacement quote from Storelee Cement and Masonry, and the hiring of two new accounting technicians. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved the amended agenda, adding items for concrete pad replacement quotes and a used pay loader purchase.
• Approved the Consent Agenda, including the August 10, 2021 County Board minutes.
• Approved Commissioner's Warrants.
• Approved an access permit for Dan Miller, section 21 of Bloomfield Township.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-042: Contract for SAP 23-634-005 with Midwest Contracting Inc.
• Approved the bid from Rochester Sand and Gravel for $523,856.75 for the Lanesboro Fish Hatchery Project SAP 023-600-006.
• Approved the purchase of a used pay loader for $45,800.00 from RDO Equipment.
• Approved the purchase of 25 chairs with grant funding for $8,182.25 from Schmidt Goodman Office Products.

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing and consider a property tax abatement for the G-Cubed Development, Inc. Housing Project 2021 in Lanesboro. The board will also review proposed 2022 budgets for the Sheriff, Jail, Emergency Management, Solid Waste, and Resource Recycling.

• Public hearing and resolution for G-Cubed Development, Inc. Housing Project 2021 tax abatement in Lanesboro
• Proposed 2022 budgets for Sheriff, Jail, Emergency Management, Solid Waste, and Resource Recycling
• Cooperative Agreement with City of Rushford for a Canoe Launch Access Road
• Final payment resolution for Township Bridge Replacement Project SAP 23-599-209 in Sumner Township
• Street closures on Coffee Street East in Lanesboro for History Alive and Taste of the Trail events

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2021-038, a property tax abatement for the G-Cubed Development, Inc. housing project in Lanesboro, following a public hearing. The Board also approved several other items, including a $12,511.08 IES 911 maintenance quote, a $160,000 Public Health Workforce Grant, and multiple resolutions for bridge projects and agreements. No substantive decisions were made on the proposed 2022 budgets, which were presented for discussion only.

• Approved Resolution 2021-038: Property tax abatement for G-Cubed Development housing project (unanimous)
• Approved IES 911 maintenance quote for June 2021-June 2022 in amount of $12,511.08 (unanimous)
• Approved Public Health Workforce Grant for $160,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-039: Township Bridge Replacement Project SAP 23-599-209 in Sumner Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-041: Agreement to Fund Local Bridge Bonding Funds for CSAH 29 Bridge Replacement Project (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with City of Rushford for design and construction of Canoe Launch Access Road (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-040: Joint Powers Agreement extension with MnDOT for Chatfield Shop Facility (unanimous)
• Approved personnel transfers and hires, including Roxane Alden and Kayla Pierce (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on whether the Recorder position should be appointed or elected. The board will also review proposed 2022 budgets for maintenance and the assessor's office.

• Liquor license application for Preston Servicemen’s Club
• Presentation of Jail Needs Assessment report
• Proposed 2022 Maintenance Budget
• Proposed 2022 Assessor Budget
• Access permit for a new drive for Elliot Rustad in Amherst Township section 15

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved a resolution to change the Recorder position from elected to appointed, effective January 2, 2023, following a second public hearing with no public input. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a liquor license for Preston Servicemen's Club, and an access permit for a new driveway. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were presented for information only.

• Approved resolution to appoint rather than elect Recorder position, effective Jan 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including July 27, 2021 minutes and liquor license for Preston Servicemen's Club (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for new driveway for Elliot Rustad, section 15 of Amherst Township (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner's Warrants (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider proposed 2022 budgets for the Recorder, County Attorney, and Auditor/Treasurer offices. The meeting includes discussions on bridge replacements in Carimona and Newburg Townships and public input on the Recorder position.

• Proposed 2022 budgets for Recorder, Attorney, and Auditor/Treasurer/Election offices
• Final payment Resolution for Township Bridge Replacement Project SAP 23-599-205 in Carimona Township
• Grant participation Resolution for Bridge Bonding Funds on CSAH No. 15 in Carimona Township
• Bid results for Bridge replacement project SAP 23-629-010 on CSAH No. 29 in Newburg Township
• Purchase of 800 MHZ Radios via COVID-19 grant

The Fillmore County Board approved multiple contracts and purchases, including a $126,822 Arcasearch software upgrade for deed records and a $180,991.50 bridge replacement bid. They also approved a 3-year library contract with annual increases, a $14,415.05 radio purchase, and several resolutions for bridge projects. The board began 2022 LELS union negotiations, presenting a counter offer with 2.25%, 2.5%, and 3% wage increases over three years.

• Approved $126,822 Arcasearch software upgrade for deed records (unanimous)
• Approved $2,495 E-Commerce quote from Arcasearch for public search (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2024 library contract with annual appropriations of $251,809, $258,809, $265,809 (unanimous)
• Approved $14,415.05 purchase of four 800 MHz radios from Motorola (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $13,786.92 for Township Bridge Replacement Project SAP 23-599-205 (unanimous)
• Approved $121,047.45 grant for Bridge Bonding funds for CSAH 15 Bridge Replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Zenke Incorporated bid of $180,991.50 for Bridge replacement on CSAH 29 (unanimous)
• Approved access permits for new driveway (Jeremey & Harlea Wood) and widened driveway (Larry Broadwater) (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review requests to hire two replacement Property Appraisers and discuss updates to Paid Time Off and Personal Appliance policies. The meeting includes a discussion on the American Rescue Plan Act and a request for a tax abatement public hearing in Lanesboro.

• MN/DOT grant agreement for Federal Airport Expenses Reimbursement
• Hiring of two replacement Property Appraisers at Grade 9/Step 1
• Draft changes to Paid Time Off and Personal Appliance policies
• City of Lanesboro request for a tax abatement project public hearing
• Discussion regarding forfeiture property in Mabel

The Fillmore County Board approved a $13,000 federal airport expense reimbursement grant, subject to final approval of fund use. It also approved the second and final readings of the Paid Time Off and Personal Appliance policies, and hired Justin Kraling and Ryan Welscher as replacement property appraisers. The board approved a request from the City of Lanesboro to hold a public hearing on a tax abatement project, and directed staff to seek contractor costs for demolishing a forfeited property in Mabel.

• Approved consent agenda including July 13, 2021 board minutes
• Approved commissioner's warrants
• Approved MN/DOT grant agreement for $13,000 Federal Airport Expense Reimbursement
• Approved second and final reading of Paid Time Off policy
• Approved second and final reading of Personal Appliance Policy
• Approved hiring Justin Kraling as Property Appraiser at Grade 9/Step 1
• Approved hiring Ryan Welscher as Property Appraiser at Grade 9/Step 1
• Approved City of Lanesboro request to hold a public hearing on a proposed tax abatement project

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several staffing updates, including jailer promotions and the hiring of a new Human Resources Officer. The meeting also includes a second reading of three internet security policies and a discussion on the Recorder position.

• Closure of Coffee Street East in Lanesboro on July 17, 2021
• Adoption of Acceptable Use, Cyber Security Incident Response, and Information Security policies
• Appointment of Auditor/Treasurer at Grade 15/Step 1
• Hiring of replacement Human Resources Officer at Grade 12/Step 1
• First reading of draft changes to Paid Time Off, Mileage Reimbursement, and Personal Appliance policies

The Board approved multiple personnel actions, including hiring Christy Smith as Auditor/Treasurer and Lindsi Engle as Human Resources Officer, and promoting Sarah Peck to Full Time Jailer. They also accepted the final version of Internet Security Policies and approved moving forward with seeking public input on transitioning the Recorder position from elected to appointed. The Board decided to no longer maintain an Emergency Declaration.

• Approved consent agenda including June 22 minutes and Coffee Street East closure in Lanesboro
• Approved Commissioner's Warrants
• Approved proclamation for Community Corrections professionals week
• Approved status change for Stephanie Miner to intermittent Jailer
• Approved promotion of Sarah Peck to Full Time Jailer
• Approved multiple pay grade changes for Finance Director, Auditor/Treasurer, Property Appraiser, and Lead Fiscal Officer positions
• Approved hiring Christy Smith as Auditor/Treasurer and Lindsi Engle as Human Resources Officer
• Approved resignation of Casey Patten and hiring replacement Property Appraiser

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss infrastructure projects, including bridge replacements and airport construction. The board will also review personnel changes, zoning access permits, and new internet security policies.

• Bridge replacement projects on CSAH 29, CSAH 15, CSAH 6, and CSAH 23
• Purchase of paper folding machine, lobby chairs, paper shredder, and lab renovations using COVID-19 grant
• Access permits for Dominic Crawford & Caleb Short, Aaron Burkholder, and Dairyland Power Cooperative Service Center
• First reading of Acceptable Use, Cyber Security Incident Response, and Information Security policies
• Hiring of Donald Lind as Mechanic and Blake Lea as intermittent Septic Inspector

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and unanimously approved several items, including the replacement of Bridge No. 7979 on CSAH 15, final payments for two bridge projects, and the purchase of office equipment and chairs using a Public Health COVID grant. The board also approved multiple personnel actions, including hiring a replacement mechanic, promoting a public health nurse, and accepting the resignation of the Human Resources Officer. A motion to advertise internally for the HR Officer position initially failed but was later reconsidered and approved unanimously.

• Approved replacement of Bridge No. 7979 on CSAH 15 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-028: final payment for CSAH 6 bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-029: final payment for CSAH 23 bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Approved COVID grant purchases: paper folder ($1,795.75), 40 guest chairs ($5,448), paper shredder ($2,697), electrical work (not to exceed $1,500) (unanimous)
• Approved access permits for Dominic Crawford & Caleb Short, Aaron Burkholder, and Dairyland Power Cooperative Service Center (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Donald Lind as replacement Mechanic, Grade 11/Step 3, effective 7/6/21 (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Kristina Kohn, Human Resources Officer, effective 7/16/21 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Blake Lea as intermittent Septic Inspector at $31.05/hour (4-1, Lentz nay)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2022 budget schedule and performance measures. The meeting includes a first reading of three internet security policies and a potential appointment to the Extension Committee.

• 2022 Performance Measures discussion
• 2022 Budget schedule and factors discussion
• Appointment of Jason Marquardt to the Extension Committee
• First reading of Acceptable Use Policy, Cyber Security Incident Response Plan, and Information Security Policies

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved Resolution 2021-027 to participate in the 2022 Performance Measures, and discussed a 3% recommended cost of living adjustment for the 2022 budget. The board also approved the appointment of Jason Marquardt to the Extension Committee and approved attendance for Administrator Hillery at MACA Technical Day. Several policy first readings were presented and will return at the next meeting.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-027: Participating in the 2022 Performance Measures (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Jason Marquardt to Extension Committee (unanimous)
• Approved attendance and overnight stay for MACA Technical Day for Administrator Hillery (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 1, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioners' Warrants (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review a tax abatement denial request from Wykoff Commons. The board will also consider updates to county ID, credit card, and expense policies, as well as the extension of an Emergency Declaration.

• Review of 2021 Tax Abatement Application denial for Wykoff Commons
• Proposed changes to ID Card, Purchasing by Credit Card, and Reimbursed Expenses policies
• Hire Annalisea Pendl as summer Office Support at $17.32 per hour
• Request to advertise for replacement Feedlot Officer/Zoning Technician/GIS
• Consideration of an extension of the Emergency Declaration

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and approved several policies on second reading, including ID Card, Purchasing by Credit Card, and Reimbursed Expenses. They also approved hiring Annalisea Pendl as summer office support and passed the Fillmore County Livestock Pass Policy with a 4-1 vote. The board declined to overturn the assessor's denial of a tax abatement for Wykoff Commons.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of ID Card policy (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Purchasing by Credit Card policy (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Reimbursed Expenses policy (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Annalisea Pendl as summer office support at $17.32/hr (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Feedlot Officer/Zoning Technician (unanimous)
• Passed Fillmore County Livestock Pass Policy (4-1, Lentz dissenting)
• Approved resolution 2021-026 13th Declaration of Emergency (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss land acquisition for the DNR and various personnel hires and transfers. The board is also reviewing updates to county policies regarding ID cards, credit card purchasing, and reimbursed expenses.

• Resolution to purchase land for Pheasants Forever for the Beaver Creek Wildlife Management Area
• Request to purchase updated GIS tool from Pro-West & Associates
• Request to hire Brooke Harmening as Accounting Technician at $21.55 per hour
• Approval of CRRSA Grant by federal reimbursement
• Resolution for Snowmobile Trail Agreements with Minnesota DNR

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and unanimously approved a consent agenda, warrants, and multiple resolutions. Key actions included purchasing land for the Beaver Creek Wildlife Management Area, a GIS tool, office furniture, and airport-related grants and work orders. The board also approved several personnel hires, transfers, and a phased retirement agreement, and heard first readings of three new policies.

• Approved Resolution 2021-025 to purchase ~15 acres for Beaver Creek WMA (unanimous)
• Approved GIS tool purchase from Pro-West & Associates for $1,302.05 plus $850/year maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved 10 sit-stand desks for $8,500 from Beckley's Office Products (unanimous)
• Approved 20 office chairs for $9,463 from Schmidt Goodman Office Products (unanimous)
• Approved Airport Coronavirus Response Grant of $13,000 by federal reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved Work Order #3 with SEH for T Hangar construction administration for $95,300 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Brooke Harmening as Accounting Technician at $21.55/hr effective 6/1/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2021-024 Snowmobile Trail Agreements with MN DNR (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review several personnel matters, including the resignation of the Feedlot Officer/Zoning Technician/GIS and hiring for the Auditor/Treasurer and Accounting Technician roles. The body will also consider updates to county policies regarding conferences, seminars, and discipline.

• Consider Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations agreement
• Request for Fuel Tank Repair at the Highway Department Office
• Second reading of the Fillmore County Livestock Pass Policy
• Proposed changes to Conferences & Seminars, General Provisions, and Discipline policies
• Request to hire summer help for Sanitation/Building Maintenance effective 5/12/21

The Fillmore County Board approved an agreement with Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations for E-waste recycling, adopted three personnel policies, and hired summer help. They also closed advertising for the Auditor/Treasurer position and hired an additional Accounting Technician, both by a 4-1 vote. The board discussed fuel tank repair options and tabled the Livestock Pass Policy for later review.

• Approved agreement with Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations for E-waste recycling (unanimous)
• Adopted Conferences & Seminars policy as final (unanimous)
• Adopted General Provisions policy as final (unanimous)
• Adopted Discipline policy as final (unanimous)
• Hired Bryant Bollman as summer help at $13.25/hr (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Blake Lea, Feedlot Officer/Zoning Technician/GIS (unanimous)
• Closed advertising for Auditor/Treasurer position (4-1)
• Hired additional Accounting Technician from current process (4-1)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel actions including hiring a social worker and recruiting summer mowing staff. Discussion items include roof quotes for the County Office Building and updates on airport and bridge projects.

• Roof quotes for the County Office Building
• Fire Alarm Control Panels Upgrade for the Courthouse, Office Building, and Highway Engineer Building
• Economic development website development
• Bridge No. 7979 replacement project SAP 023-615-015 advertisement
• Airport T-Hanger Construction Project final bid results

The Board unanimously approved a $118,225 quote from Triple EEE Contracting LLC to replace the roof and gutters at the County Office Building, and a $14,711 bid from Johnson Controls for fire alarm control panel upgrades in the Courthouse, Office Building, and Highway building, both paid from the County Infrastructure budget. The Board also approved advertising for the Bridge No. 7979 replacement project, accepted final bid results for the airport T-hanger construction project reducing it from $1,802,002.15 to $1,643,807.82, and adopted Resolution 2021-023 continuing the Emergency Declaration. Personnel actions included hiring Stephanie Mensink as Social Worker at $27.43/hour, advertising for a replacement County Surveyor, and recruiting summer mowing personnel. Several policy updates (Conferences & Seminars, Discipline, General Provisions) were presented for first or second readings and will return for further review.

• Approved $118,225 roof and gutter replacement at County Office Building from Triple EEE Contracting LLC
• Approved $14,711 fire alarm control panel upgrades from Johnson Controls
• Approved advertising for Bridge No. 7979 replacement project SAP 023-615-015
• Approved final bid results for airport T-hanger construction, adjusted to $1,643,807.82
• Adopted Resolution 2021-023 continuing Emergency Declaration
• Approved hiring Stephanie Mensink as Social Worker at $27.43/hour effective 5/28/21
• Approved advertising for replacement County Surveyor
• Approved recruiting summer mowing personnel for Highway Department

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss zoning permits, highway projects, and personnel changes. The body is also reviewing software upgrades for county facilities and prosecution services for the City of Canton.

• Conditional Use Permit for a Country Inn in Section 10, Holt Township
• Software upgrade for Courthouse, FCOB, and Jail costing $8,890.00
• Agreement for County Attorney's Office to provide prosecution services for the City of Canton
• CSAH 15 Project from CSAH 44 south to Granger
• Hiring of Brittney Dahl as Eligibility Worker at a starting wage of $22.41

The Fillmore County Board approved a $1,531,685.33 bid from Rochester Sand & Gravel for the CSAH 15 project, awarded multiple aggregate rock contracts, and approved various licenses, permits, and personnel actions. The board also voted to negotiate with Everstrong Construction on the airport project bid, which exceeded the engineer's estimate.

• Approved $1,531,685.33 bid for CSAH 15 project (unanimous)
• Awarded aggregate rock bids to Bruening Rock Products, Orval Sorum & Sons, and Milestone Materials (unanimous)
• Approved prosecution services agreement with City of Canton (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Country Inn in Holt Township (unanimous)
• Approved two field drive access permits (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 EMPG Grant Contract for $20,822.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Sentence to Serve Contracts for 2022 and 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring two summer help in Highway Department (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider staffing requests for the Shop Foreman and Mechanic positions. They will also review a first reading of draft changes to the county's Compensation policy.

• Liquor, Wine, Club license renewal for Preston Golf & Country Club
• Access permit for new drive for Danny & Jeanette Serfling in Carimona Township
• Request to hire replacement Shop Foreman effective 5/26/21
• Request to advertise for replacement Mechanic
• First reading of draft changes to Compensation policy

The Fillmore County Board approved a $7,335.79 contract with Minnesota Energy to install LP lines for generators, funded through Infrastructure dollars with possible COVID relief funds. They also approved several personnel actions, including hiring a new Shop Foreman and reclassifying positions, and approved an access permit for a driveway widening. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved amended agenda adding Minnesota Energy contract (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including liquor license renewal and probation completion (5-0)
• Approved commissioners' warrants (5-0)
• Approved access permit for Danny & Jeanette Serfling driveway widening (5-0)
• Approved Minnesota Energy LP line contract, estimated $7,335.79 (5-0)
• Approved re-evaluation of Shop Foreman job description to Grade 12 (5-0)
• Approved title change from Head Mechanic to Mechanic (5-0)
• Approved hiring Jeff Quam as Shop Foreman at $29.25/hour (5-0)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss updates to the Sub-surface Sewage Treatment Systems Ordinance and the continuation of an Emergency Declaration. The agenda also includes personnel decisions and a review of jail needs assessment outreach.

• Proposed changes to the Fillmore County Sub-surface Sewage Treatment Systems Ordinance
• Resolution for continuation of Emergency Declaration
• Street closures for 2021 Preston Trout Days on CSAH #12 and CSAH #17
• Memorandum of Understanding between Fillmore County and Three Rivers Restorative Justice
• Final payment resolution for City of Wykoff Project SAP 023-605-035

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and unanimously approved the consent agenda, including street closures for Preston Trout Days and unpaid administrative leave, as well as the Commissioners' Warrants. The board also approved several contracts and resolutions, including a telecommuting agreement, a memorandum with Three Rivers Restorative Justice, final payment for the City of Wykoff project, changes to the sewage treatment ordinance, and the continuation of the emergency declaration. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including street closures for Preston Trout Days and unpaid leave (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioners' Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved telecommuting contract with Sarah Hall (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Three Rivers Restorative Justice (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-019 final payment for City of Wykoff project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-020 changes to sewage treatment ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Insurance and Other Benefits policy (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-021 continuation of Emergency Declaration (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review draft changes to compensation and insurance policies. The meeting includes a presentation on the Jail Needs Assessment Committee and a proposal to advertise for a T-Hanger project at the Fillmore County Airport.

• First reading of draft changes to Compensation and Insurance and Other Benefits policies
• Approval to advertise for the T-Hanger project at the Fillmore County Airport
• Approval to publish 2019 Audited Financial Statements at $.99 per square inch
• Request to advertise for a replacement Shop Foreman in the Highway Department
• Proclamation of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The Board rescinded a March 9 motion to publish the 2019 Audit Report at $0.50/square inch and approved a corrected quote of $0.99/square inch. It also approved consent items, warrants, proclamations, telecommuting contracts, and personnel actions. The removal of a satellite dish was tabled pending cost determination.

• Approved amended agenda and consent agenda (minutes, probation completions).
• Approved Commissioners' Warrants.
• Proclaimed April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and approved related events.
• Rescinded prior motion and approved corrected audit publication at $0.99/square inch (4-1).
• Approved advertising for T-Hanger project at airport.
• Approved telecommuting contracts for Kim McCabe, Valerie Arnold, Susan Mandelko.
• Approved hiring two roster nurses at $25.88/hour and changing Ashley Simonson to PHN.
• Approved closing all post office boxes except general and tax payment boxes.

Special Board Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on $18,000 in COVID Business Grant funds. These funds could not be awarded due to liens.

• Discussion and possible action on $18,000 in COVID Business Grant dollars

The board discussed how to distribute $18,000 in COVID Business Grant dollars that could not be awarded to two originally selected businesses due to liens. After debate, the board voted 4-1 to award the funds as follows: Old Barn $9,000, Pedal Pushers $4,000, Mabel Barber Shop $3,000, and Aroma Pie Shoppe $2,000. Commissioner Lentz voted against the motion. The meeting was adjourned at 5:34 p.m.

• Approved the agenda unanimously.
• Awarded $18,000 in COVID Business Grant dollars: Old Barn $9,000, Pedal Pushers $4,000, Mabel Barber Shop $3,000, Aroma Pie Shoppe $2,000 (motion carried 4-1, Lentz dissenting).
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:34 p.m.

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider personnel hires, policy changes, and the publication of the 2019 Audit report. Members will also discuss the County Office Building Security Project and software for CAMA, Tax and Cash Register.

• Request to publish 2019 Audit report at $0.50/square inch
• Second reading of draft changes to Holidays policy
• Hiring of two Intermittent Deputies at Grade 11/Step 1
• Discussion on County Office Building Security Project
• Discussion on software purchase for CAMA, Tax and Cash Register

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and unanimously approved several items. The most consequential decisions were approving a $252,927 County Office Building Security Project with Marco and purchasing CAMA, Tax and Cash Register software (iasWorld) from Tyler Technologies for $319,300 up front, plus annual maintenance and travel costs. The board also approved the 2020 Feedlot Annual Report, a change to the Holidays Policy, and multiple personnel actions including hiring two intermittent Sheriff's Deputies.

• Approved the 2020 Feedlot Annual Report.
• Approved the second and final reading of the Holidays Policy change.
• Approved hiring Brooke Johnson as intermittent Sheriff's Deputy at $25.88/hour.
• Approved hiring Matthew Cox as intermittent Sheriff's Deputy at $25.88/hour.
• Approved the resignation of Scott Johnson and Katelyn Sullivan.
• Approved advertising for a replacement Eligibility Worker and Social Worker.
• Approved the County Office Building Security Project with Marco at a final cost of $252,927.00.
• Approved the purchase of CAMA, Tax and Cash Register software (iasWorld) from Tyler Technologies for $319,300 up front, plus annual maintenance and travel costs.

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review several land-use applications and personnel hires. The board is also discussing business grants and the continuation of an emergency declaration.

• Conditional Use Permit for a Campground by Timothy Lawstuen, Fountain Township
• Conditional Use Permit for a Farm Winery by Kevin & Bryan Logue, Fountain Township
• Conditional Use Permit for an Ag Tourism Business by Justin & Pamela Brown, Arendahl Township
• Purchase of a new 2021 Polaris Ranger with trade-in
• Final payment resolution for the CSAH 1 Concrete Overlay Project SP 023-601-033

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved the distribution of CARES Business Grants, hired four new employees, and extended the declared state of emergency through April 6, 2021. They also approved several conditional use permits, a highway payment, and a vehicle purchase.

• Approved CARES Business Grants distribution (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Tara Kraling, Lindsi Engle, Joel Kroening, Tyler Olson (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-018 extending state of emergency to April 6, 2021 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-014 final payment of $185,840.53 to Croell Redi-Mix (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 for $10,340 (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permits for campground, farm winery, ag tourism (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Hauler's Licenses and provisional licenses for two businesses (unanimous)
• Approved 2019 Audited Financial Statements (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to consider several personnel changes, technology project quotes, and infrastructure projects. Discussion items include a driveway access permit for Fillinona Solar, LLC and various county hiring requests.

• Purchase of Mobile Field Force Tactical Response Gear for $2,655
• 2020/2021 Transportation Contract between Semcac and Social Services
• Bids for surface reconditioning projects on CSAH 18, 25 and 23
• Access permit for new driveway for Fillinona Solar, LLC/Mary Finseth in Fountain Township
• Review of the 2019 Audit by Clifton Larson Allen, Inc.

The Fillmore County Board approved several major items, including awarding surface reconditioning projects on CSAH 18, 25, and 23 to Rochester Sand and Gravel for $1,788,442.47, and approving a 2021 fuel contract with Hovey Oil Company. The board also accepted a clean 2019 audit, approved a $231,588.32 data project quote, and made multiple personnel decisions, including hiring a property appraiser and approving a retirement. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Awarded surface reconditioning projects on CSAH 18, 25, and 23 to Rochester Sand and Gravel for $1,788,442.47.
• Approved the 2021 fuel contract with Hovey Oil Company, with per-shop costs ranging from $676 to $9,400.
• Approved a data project quote for $231,588.32 as recommended by the Technology/Land Records/GIS committee.
• Approved the 2020/2021 Transportation Contract between Semcac and Fillmore County Social Services.
• Approved the purchase of Mobile Field Force Tactical Response Gear for three deputies at a total cost of $2,655.
• Approved an access permit for a new driveway for Fillinona Solar, LLC/Mary Finseth in Fountain Township.
• Approved multiple personnel actions, including hiring Andrew Hillery as Property Appraiser and approving the retirement of James Hamann.
• Approved the 2021 SEMCAC Appropriation at a final amount of $6,000.

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review grant funds for shoreland and septic systems. The board is also considering several road reconstruction sponsorships for the cities of Lanesboro and Spring Valley, as well as highway department equipment purchases.

• Approval of 2019 and 2020 Shoreland Grant Funds and 2020 Septic Treatment Systems Grant Funds
• Purchase of a used trailer for the Fillmore County Highway Department
• Sponsorship for City of Lanesboro LRIP applications for Coffee Street, Rochelle Avenue, Beacon Street, and Kirkwood Street
• Sponsorship for City of Spring Valley LRIP application for East Farmer Street (CSAH 8)
• Second reading of Probationary Periods policy and first readings of Scope, Adoption & Administration and Definitions policies

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review bid results for bridge replacements in Sumner and Carimona Townships. The board will also consider a new pickup purchase for the Highway Department and discuss the continuation of an emergency declaration.

• Bid results for Bridge Replacement Project in Sumner Township (SAP 023-599-209)
• Bid results for Bridge Replacement Project in Carimona Township (SAP 023-599-205)
• Purchase of 2021 pickup for Fillmore County Highway Department
• Draft changes to Probationary Periods, Mileage Reimbursement, and Travel policies
• Renewal of Consumption and Display Permit for Eagle Bluff ELC

The Fillmore County Board awarded two bridge replacement contracts to Minnowa Construction, approved a new highway vehicle purchase, and extended the local state of emergency through March 2, 2021. The board also accepted a resignation, approved hiring roster nurses for COVID clinics, and reviewed draft policy changes.

• Awarded Minnowa Construction bridge replacement in Sumner Township, SAP 023-599-209, for $177,326.96 (unanimous)
• Awarded Minnowa Construction bridge replacement in Carimona Township, SAP 023-599-205, for $275,947.32 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a 2021 Dodge for Highway Department from state contract, not to exceed $28,300 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-006: final payment to ICON Constructors for Land Bridge SAP 023-605-038, $64,623.96 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-007: 11th extension of declared state of emergency through March 2, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Jennifer Peterson, Eligibility Worker, effective 2/18/2021 (unanimous)
• Approved request to recruit roster nurses for COVID clinics (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Jan 26 minutes and Eagle Bluff ELC permit renewal (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review permits for a solar farm in Beaver Township and a bridge replacement. The board is also discussing updates to county overtime, mileage, and probationary policies.

• Conditional Use Permit and Environmental Impact Statement for a solar farm by Fillmore County Solar Project, LLC in Beaver Township
• Approval to advertise a bridge replacement in Arendahl Township SAP 023-599-206
• Final payment to Minnowa Construction Inc. for Project LOST 88927-102 on County Road 102
• Liquor license application for Isle of Dreams LLC for 1/1/2021 to 12/31/2021
• Request to hire four Intermittent Jailers at Non-union Grade 8/Step 1

The Fillmore County Board approved a conditional use permit for the Fillmore County Solar Project in Beaver Township, along with a negative declaration for the environmental impact statement. The board also approved several contracts, including a $17,524.65 ANCOM Motorola service contract, and a 12-month trial for engineering technicians to receive overtime after 8 hours. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved Fillmore County Solar Project LLC Conditional Use Permit (Resolution 2021-005)
• Approved Negative Declaration for EIS for solar farm in Beaver Township
• Approved 2021 ANCOM Motorola Service Contract for $17,524.65
• Approved 12-month overtime trial for Engineering Technicians (after 8 hours)
• Approved 65,073.6 tons brought to Winneshiek County Landfill
• Approved promotion of Todd Ragan to Full-Time Deputy
• Approved hiring of four Intermittent Jailers at $22.41/hour
• Approved relocation of Law Library to conference room near Attorney's Office

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2021 appropriations and the designation of legal paper for the year. The meeting includes updates on Chronic Wasting Disease and a jail needs assessment. Officials will also consider staffing and equipment purchases.

• Consideration of 2021 Appropriations
• Possible action on purchase of ProWest Soil Clip tool
• Adoption of classification and wage recommendation for appointed Auditor/Treasurer
• Resolution for land access for County property regarding Chronic Wasting Disease program
• Designation of legal paper for 2021

The Board unanimously approved a resolution allowing DNR access to County Farm land for chronic wasting disease control from Jan 19 to Apr 2, 2021. They also approved 2021 appropriations, the Auditor/Treasurer wage grade, and a committee to review GIS soil clip tool options. All actions were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution 2021-003 granting DNR access to County Farm land for deer disease control (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 appropriations including Root River Trails $2,000, SE MN EMS $5,000, Southern MN Tourism $1,056.10, SE MN Initiative Fund $2,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Auditor/Treasurer position classification at Grade 16 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for appointed Auditor/Treasurer, taken from table (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of microfleece jackets for Public Health as 2020 Safety Award (unanimous)
• Approved Fillmore County Journal as official newspaper for 2021 at $11.49/sq in (unanimous)
• Approved Fillmore County Journal for 2020 Financial Statement at $5.00/sq in (unanimous)
• Formed committee to review GIS soil clip tool options (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will swear in elected members and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes decisions on the 2021 non-union pay plan, various personnel advertisements, and road project bids. The board will also consider a 10th extension of the declared State of Emergency.

• Payment of $170,661 for Property/Liability renewal and $118,248 for Workers Compensation renewal to MCIT
• Payment of $105,918.25 to Olmsted County Community Services for DFO Community Corrections
• Approval to advertise Surface Reconditioning Projects on CSAH 18, 23, and 25
• Consideration of a 2.0% adjustment for the 2021 non-union pay plan
• Proposed $4,500 per service payment for Ambulance Services for 2021