Fillmore County public meetings in 2022

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider and approve the final 2023 budget and levy, along with several other year-end items. They will also discuss salary requests for the Sheriff and County Attorney, approve a new union pay plan, and consider final payments for multiple road projects.

• Approve final 2023 Budget and Levy
• Consider Sheriff's 2023 salary request
• Consider County Attorney's 2023 salary request
• Approve 2023 non-union pay plan with 4.5% COLA/market increase
• Final payment resolutions for road projects on CSAH 3, 30, 39, and 117

The Board approved the 2023 County Budget and Final Levy. Other key actions included approving the 2023 non-union and Local #49ers pay plans and authorizing several final payments to Rochester Sand & Gravel for road projects.

• Approved 2023 Fillmore County Budget (Resolution 2022-052)
• Approved 2023 Fillmore County Final Levy (Resolution 2022-053)
• Approved 2023 non-union pay plan with 4.5% COLA/market increase
• Approved 2023 Local #49ers pay plan
• Approved sale of Fillmore County Airport Arrival and Departure building to Mat Rahlf for $5.00 (4-1)
• Approved scheduling a 2023 Public Hearing for Local Option Sales Tax project designations (4-1)
• Approved $4,693.60 for Resilite Training Mats for Law Enforcement
• Approved 2023 proposed appropriations including $258,809 for SELCO and $222,000 for Soil and Water Conservation Dist.

Board Meeting

The board will consider the proposed 2023 budget and levy, hold a Truth in Taxation public hearing at 6:30 p.m., and act on several purchase-of-service agreements for mental health and family services. Other items include a conditional use permit for a commercial agricultural use in Canton Township, a hazard mitigation plan agreement, and a request to purchase a Dodge Durango to replace a canceled vehicle order.

• Discussion regarding Proposed 2023 Budget and Levy
• Truth in Taxation Public Hearing – 6:30 PM
• Consider Resolution for Conditional Use Permit, Enos & Emma Hershberger, Canton Township
• Consider the 2023 Purchase of Service Agreement with Family Service Rochester Inc.
• Consider the request to award the sale of the existing Arrival and Departure building at the Fillmore County Airport

The Board approved a major road project and several health and human services contracts. Other actions included leasing a vehicle, approving a conditional use permit in Canton Township, and selling an airport building.

• Awarded Concrete Overlay Project SAP 23-625-016 to Croell for $2,937,280.38 (unanimous)
• Approved $45,590.00 lease for a Dodge Durango (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-045 for a Commercial Use Conditional Use Permit in Canton Township (unanimous)
• Approved sale of Fillmore County Airport Arrival and Departure building to Mat Rahlf for $5.00 (4-1)
• Approved Resolution 2022-044 for the 2023 Hazard Mitigation Plan Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Purchase of Service Agreements with Family Service Rochester Inc., Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, and Zumbro Valley Health Center (unanimous)
• Approved hiring replacement Child Support Officer Abby Borden at $24.21 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved $7,500.00 for upgraded IFSpi from Avenu Insights & Analytics, LLC (unanimous)

Truth & Taxation Meeting

The Board of County Commissioners conducted a special session for a Truth in Taxation Public Hearing. The County Administrator presented a review of 2022 operations, performance measures, 2023 goals, and the 2023 budget and levy summary. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded.

• Adjourned the hearing at 6:57 p.m.

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will consider awarding contracts for a bridge replacement project, a storage building, and a terminal building. They will also discuss a potential restructure of Social Services and handle several personnel actions including hires and a resignation.

• Award bridge replacement project SAP 023-599-206 in Arendahl Township to lowest bidder
• Award contract for Chatfield Storage Building construction to lowest bidder
• Award contract for construction of the Fillmore County Terminal Building to lowest bidder
• Approve grant application to FAA for terminal building project
• Discussion with possible action regarding Social Services restructure

The Board awarded contracts for a bridge replacement, a storage building, and a county terminal building. They also approved several personnel hires for the Sheriff's office and a structural change to the Social Services Department.

• Awarded Arendahl Township Bridge Replacement to Icon Constructors for $557,262.16
• Awarded Chatfield Storage Building contract to Swartzentruber Construction, LLC for $562,725.31
• Awarded Fillmore County Terminal Building to Wieser Brothers General Contractor for $1,163,050.48
• Approved $99,900 Construction Administration Work Order with Short Elliot Hendrickson Inc.
• Approved request to submit FAA grant application for the terminal building project
• Approved internal structure change for Social Services Department to create three lead positions
• Approved administration to write a Letter of Interest for the Thriving Communities Program Grant
• Approved hiring of three jailers and two dispatchers

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board will consider purchasing two Dodge Charger police squad cars and a jail van, award bridge replacement projects, and approve final payments for several road and bridge contracts. A new intermittent bailiff hire is also on the agenda.

• Purchase of two Dodge Charger squad cars through Enterprise Fleet Management
• Purchase of Chrysler Town and Country jail van through Enterprise Fleet Management
• Award bridge replacement projects SAP 23-599-212, 23-599-214, and 23-599-215 to lowest bidder
• Final payment resolution for bridge replacement on CSAH 26 (SAP 23-626-009)
• Final payment resolution for 2022 Rock Contract with Bruening Rock Products on CR 118, CR 114, and other county roads

The Board approved several road and bridge project payments and awarded a major bridge replacement contract. They also authorized the lease of two police squad cars and hired an intermittent bailiff. A T-Hangar rental lease agreement was not approved pending language updates.

• Awarded Bridge Replacement Projects SAP 23-599-212, 23-599-214, and 23-599-215 to Midwest Contractors for $1,317,529.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved lease of two Dodge Charger Police Squad Cars not exceeding $37,125.00 and $38,495.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $13,401.55 for Project SAP 23-626-009 to Minnowa Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $7,373.55 for SAP 23-599-210 to Minnowa Construction (Unanimous)
• Approved final payments for 2022 Rock Contracts to Bruening Rock Products and Milestone Materials (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Pat Ditrocchio as Intermittent Bailiff at $21.31 per hour (Unanimous)
• Held 4th quarter DFO Corrections warrant pending attorney review (Consensus)
• Tabled T-Hangar Rental Lease Agreement for language updates

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board will consider approving a bridge replacement project award to the lowest bidder, a grant application for a Mental Health Family Navigator Model, and a farmland lease award. The board will also act on a resignation and a job posting for a Child Support Officer.

• Approve award of Bridge Replacement Project LOST 93232-107 to the lowest bidder
• Consider request to apply for a Mental Health Family Navigator Model Grant
• Approve resignation of Rochelle Schwalbach, Child Support Officer, effective October 24, 2022
• Consider request to advertise for a Child Support Officer
• Consider award of a lease of County Farmland

The Board approved a bridge replacement contract and a grant application for mental health services. They also awarded a farmland lease and authorized the hiring of a Child Support Officer.

• Approved $500,000 annual NIMH Grant application for Mental Health Family Navigator Model
• Approved farmland lease to Gavin Wangen at $362.00/acre for 2023 and 2024
• Approved Bridge Replacement Project LOST 93232-107 award to Minnowa Construction for $269,519.00
• Approved support for Operation Green Light For Veterans from Nov 7-13, 2022
• Approved resignation of Rochelle Schwalbach, Child Support Officer
• Approved advertising for Child Support Officer internally and externally
• Approved October 25, 2022, County Board Minutes
• Approved Commissioners’ Warrants

Meeting

The Board will consider multiple items including a jail project discussion, approval of a county attorney agreement with the City of Peterson, and several personnel actions such as retirements and new hires. They will also review the 2021 audit, road construction projects, and a $45,400 software contract for the Attorney's Office.

• Discussion with possible action regarding the Jail Project
• Consider request to approve Agreement for County Attorney's office to provide prosecution services for City of Peterson
• Consider request to approve 2023 CEDA EDA contract in amount of $45,092.00
• Consider request to approve Karpel Software for Attorney's Office in amount of $45,400
• Consider requests for retirements of Bonnie Hill and Wendy Ebner, and resignation of Lori Affeldt

The Board approved moving into the Construction Document Phase for a project estimated at $10,014,356.55. Other actions included approving several personnel changes, highway project payments, and a prosecution services agreement for the City of Peterson.

• Approved moving forward with Construction Document Phase for project estimated at $10,014,356.55
• Approved $7,940.00 quote from WHV for server room air conditioning replacement
• Approved agreement for County Attorney to provide prosecution services for City of Peterson
• Approved 2021 Audit and its publication in the Fillmore County Journal at $5.00 per square inch
• Approved advertising revised RFP for Chatfield Storage Shed construction
• Approved final payments of $5,680.31 to Minnowa Construction and $10,419.81 to Generation X Construction
• Approved cooperative agreement with City of Spring Valley for CSAH 8 reconstruction
• Approved hiring three Community Corrections staff members and advertising for a Finance Director

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review the 2021 audit and discuss 2023 appropriations for tourism. The board is deciding on several infrastructure projects, personnel changes, and a construction management contract for the jail.

• Request to advertise six 2023 construction projects, including bridge replacements in Newburg, Arendahl, and Bristol Townships
• Construction Management contract for the Jail Project with Contegrity Group
• Resolution to apply for a $10,000.00 County Veteran Service Offices (CVSO) grant
• Tobacco licenses for Family Dollar #30453 and Susie’s Roadhouse
• Resolution to approve fees for Fillmore County Community Corrections

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved the 2021 audit as clean, authorized advertising for several bridge replacement and road improvement projects, and approved a construction management contract for the jail project. The board also approved a temporary election hire, a CVSO grant application, and community corrections fee resolution.

• Approved 2021 audit as clean (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-035: CVSO grant application for $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved General Election Canvassing Board meeting Nov 16, 2022 at 10 a.m. (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Brock Bergey temporarily at $20/hour for election help (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-036: Community Corrections fees (unanimous)
• Approved advertising 6 road/bridge projects: SAP 23-599-212, 213, 214, 23-625-016, 23-608-046, 23-608-045 (all unanimous)
• Approved hiring David Emery as Highway Maintenance Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved transition of Jonathan O'Connell to Working Foreman (4-1, Prestby nay)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review requests for a new land plane and fuel system quotes for the Highway Department. The board will also discuss zoning enforcement roles and a property access permit in York Township. Personnel decisions regarding a Working Foreman and a Highway Maintenance Specialist are on the agenda.

• Purchase of a Land Plane for the Fillmore County Highway Department
• Approval of County Fuel System quotes
• Access permit for K. Rodney & Holly Beer in section 8 of York Township
• Tobacco License for Goodies & Gas LLC
• Discussion on zoning enforcement roles for Zoning, Highway, and Attorney offices

The Fillmore County Board approved a $96,042.70 fuel system quote from Pump and Meter Services, Inc., subject to engineer verification, and appointed Commissioner Dahl to replace Prestby on the Highway Committee for the remainder of the year. The board also approved a land plane purchase, an access permit, and a highway maintenance hire. Discussion on zoning complaint processes and a working foreman position was tabled.

• Approved $96,042.70 fuel system quote from Pump and Meter Services, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $2,550 land plane purchase from Stinger Attachments (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for K. Rodney & Holly Beer, section 8, York Township (unanimous)
• Approved hiring replacement Highway Maintenance Specialist (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Dahl to replace Prestby on Highway Committee for remainder of year (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on replacing Working Foreman position until next meeting
• Approved Commissioners' Warrants (4-1, Bakke opposed)
• Approved consent agenda including tobacco license for Goodies & Gas LLC (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2023 budget and levy. The agenda includes several property access permits and contracts for IT and court data services. The board will also consider hiring a Social Services Manager.

• Approval of 2023 Budget and 2023 Levy
• Five access permits for properties in Preston, Canton, and Beaver Townships
• Three-year upgraded agreement for Marco Managed IT services
• Request to advertise RFP for a 2-year lease of the County Farm
• Tobacco licenses for Casey’s General Store, Kwik Trip, and others

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved the 2023 Preliminary Budget and Levy, set at a 3.95% increase. They also approved several access permits, a contract transition for assessment software, and various resolutions for community corrections and IT services.

• Approved 2023 Preliminary Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-034: 2023 Preliminary Levy (unanimous)
• Approved transition of Tyler Technologies contract to MnCCC with add-ons ($7,950/yr + $7,544/yr + $23,465 implementation fee) (unanimous)
• Approved access permits for Luv Cummings, Isaac Deters & Antonette Cummings, Duane & Angel Bakke (Bakke abstained), Quentin Case, and Larry & Jenenne Nielson (all unanimous except Bakke abstention)
• Approved Resolution 2022-032: JPA with State of Minnesota for Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-033: Authorizing signing authority for Community Corrections Director (unanimous)
• Approved Marco Managed IT three-year agreement ($18,993.16) (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 MCIT Dividend ($45,229.00) to Infrastructure Fund (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2023 Budget and Levy. The meeting includes requests regarding Medical Examiner services, a septic compressor replacement, and an EMPG Grant Contract.

• Third Amendment to Medical Examiner/Autopsy services Agreement
• EMPG Grant Contract for year 2021
• Gopher Septic compressor replacement for Greenleafton Septic System (estimated $4,000)
• Discussion regarding 2023 Budget and Levy
• Social Services Manager Interviews

The Board approved a third amendment to the Medical Examiner/Autopsy Services Agreement for four additional years with a 2% annual increase. They also approved a $6,667.50 quote for panel extenders to add privacy and reduce sound in the nursing office, and set the preliminary 2023 levy at 2.95% (later adjusted to 3.95% by consensus). The hiring committee selected Wanda Berg for the Social Services Manager position.

• Approved amended agenda with additions (unanimous)
• Approved September 6, 2022 County Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioners' Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved Third Amendment to Medical Examiner/Autopsy Services Agreement for four additional years with 2% annual increase (unanimous)
• Approved Beckley's quote for panel extenders at $6,667.50 (4-1, Lentz nay)
• Approved Gopher Septic to replace compressor for Greenleafton Septic System at ~$4,000 (unanimous)
• Approved EMPG Grant Contract for $20,751 with county match (unanimous)
• Hiring Committee approved offering Social Services Manager position to Wanda Berg

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2023 budget and benefit plans. The board is also considering a consultant agreement for a new airport terminal building and several property access permits.

• Awarding SEH Consulting firm as Consultant for the new Fillmore County Airport terminal building
• Proposed 2023 Administration, General and Commissioners budgets
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding Lot Width Regulations, section 604.05
• Access permits for properties in Preston, Chatfield, and Carrolton Townships
• State of Minnesota Annual County Boat and Water Safety Grant Contract Agreement

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved advertising for 2023 bridge replacement projects and awarded a $146,800 contract to SEH Consulting for a new airport terminal building. The board also approved a zoning ordinance amendment on lot width regulations, a VHF microwave equipment replacement for $8,715, and a boat and water safety grant. Discussion on the 2023 budget directed staff to remove several positions and work toward a 3 to 3.5 percent levy increase.

• Approved advertising for 2023 bridge replacements: SAP 23-599-215 Sumner Township, SAP 23-599-206 Arendahl Township, and LOST 93232-107 County Road 107.
• Approved awarding SEH Consulting firm as consultant for new airport terminal building at $146,800.
• Approved Resolution 2022-030 authorizing the County Engineer and Airport Manager to administer the consultant agreement per FAA requirements.
• Approved Resolution 2022-031: Zoning Ordinance Amendment, Lot Width Regulations, section 604.05.
• Approved replacement quote from Ancom for VHF microwave equipment on LEC and Preston towers for $8,715.
• Approved 2022 State of Minnesota Annual County Boat and Water Safety Grant Contract for $1,344.
• Approved Identisys ID Card Printer Quote for $3,072.50.
• Approved telecommuting agreement for Rochelle Schwalbach, Child Support Officer, with monthly in-office requirement.

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the Jail Project and review several proposed 2023 department budgets. Action items include approving tax contracts, hiring a part-time jailer, and passing final payment resolutions for various bridge projects.

• Discussion regarding Jail Project and Construction Manager
• CAMA/Tax Contract with Tyler Technologies
• Final payment resolution for Bridge Replacement project SAP 23-599-208 in Sumner Township
• Final payment resolution for Bridge Replacement project SAP 23-630-008 on CSAH 30 in Harmony Township
• Final payment resolution for Bridge Replacement project LOST 88938-105 on County Road 105 in Arendahl Township

The Fillmore County Board approved final payments for four bridge replacement projects, totaling $29,268.15, and approved a part-time jailer hire. The board also discussed the proposed 2023 budget, with the levy percent at approximately 13%, and directed staff to analyze staffing increases. No substantive decisions were made on the budget or other proposals.

• Approved Resolution 2022-026: Final payment for Bridge Replacement project SAP 23-599-208 for $5,602.24 in Sumner Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-027: Final payment for Bridge Replacement project SAP 23-630-008 for $14,132.56 on CSAH 30 in Harmony Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-028: Final payment for Bridge Replacement project LOST 88938-105 for $7,448.66 on County Road 105 in Arendahl Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-029: Final payment to Orval Sorum & Sons for 2022 Rock Contract for $2,084.69 on CSAH 23, CP 23-22-02 in Holt Township (unanimous)
• Approved hiring part-time Jailer Brady Meyer at Grade 8/Step 1 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Vonda Budde to Bluff County HRA Committee (unanimous)
• Approved applying $87,514.00 MCIT special distribution to Infrastructure Fund and using $60,000 for a fuel tank (unanimous)
• Approved amended agenda with removal of CAMA/Tax Contract item (unanimous)

Board Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several energy and land agreements, including a contract for the Fillmore County Solar Project. Additionally, administrators will present proposed 2023 budgets for zoning, solid waste, and law enforcement.

• MN Energy Resources Agreement and Lease
• National Grid Renewable Contract for Fillmore County Solar Project easement
• Final payment resolution for SAP 23-599-211, Norway Township
• Urgent repairs to CSAH 5
• 2023 budgets for Zoning, Solid Waste, and Sheriff/Jail/Emergency Management

The Fillmore County Board approved Resolution 2022-024 for a gas line easement on county parcel PID 170075010 for $1,000, with one commissioner voting against. They also approved a National Grid Renewable Contract for a solar project, final payment for a bridge replacement project, and urgent road repairs. Several 2023 budget proposals were presented but not voted on.

• Approved Resolution 2022-024: MN Energy Resources gas line easement for $1,000 (4-1)
• Approved National Grid Renewable Contract for solar project drain and tile ditch easement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-025: Final payment $5,844.72 for Bridge Replacement Project SAP 23-599-211 (unanimous)
• Approved urgent repairs on CSAH 5 from 188th Street south through bridge (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Kim Chiglo as full-time Transfer Station Attendant Grade 6/Step 1 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Rochelle Schwalbach as full-time telecommuter Child Support Officer Grade 9/Step 9 (unanimous)
• Approved phone stipend for Community Corrections Director Thomas Jensen (unanimous)
• Approved $27,490 compressor replacement at County Office Building from Winona Heating & Ventilating Inc. (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review the Fillmore County Jail Project schematic design. Other items include reviewing the 2023 proposed Attorney's budget and considering a bridge replacement priority list.

• Fillmore County Jail Project schematic design presentation
• Review of 2023 proposed Attorney’s budget
• Resolution for Bridge Replacement Priority List
• Quote from Frontier Precision for replacement Surveyor equipment
• Conditional Use Permit for a Sand Pit, Spring Valley Township

The board unanimously approved working with Contegrity Group as the Construction Manager for the Fillmore County Jail Project, with an agreement to be brought before the board for review. They also approved the bridge replacement priority list, a conditional use permit for a sand pit, and a surveyor equipment purchase. The meeting was a special session with no public comments.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including July 26 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved commissioners' warrants (unanimous)
• Approved canvassing board for 2022 primary election (unanimous)
• Selected Contegrity Group as Construction Manager for Jail Project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-022: Bridge Replacement Priority List (unanimous)
• Approved $28,736.92 surveyor equipment quote from Frontier Precision (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-023: Conditional Use Permit for Sand Pit, Spring Valley Township (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review proposed 2023 budgets for Facilities Maintenance, Community Corrections, and the Recorder's office. The body will also consider staffing changes for the nursing director and the hiring of jailers.

• Review of 2023 proposed Facilities Maintenance and Infrastructure budgets
• Request to hire one full-time and one part-time Jailer effective August 15, 2022
• Final Payment Resolution for the 2022 Sealcoat Program
• Approval of Fillmore County Child Care Licensing and Dual License Variance Policies
• Agreement for the Electronic Document Management System Implementation Project hosted by Kandiyohi County

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and unanimously approved several resolutions, including the Public Health 'Toward Zero Deaths' resolution and final payment for the 2022 Sealcoat Program. The board also approved multiple personnel actions, including hiring two jailers and increasing the Director of Nursing's FTE, and directed the Highway Engineer to seek quotes for a fuel tank replacement. Various 2023 departmental budgets were presented for discussion.

• Approved Resolution 2022-019: Public Health Toward Zero Deaths (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-020: Final Payment for 2022 Sealcoat Program (unanimous)
• Directed Engineer Gregg to seek quotes for fuel tank replacement at Highway Office Building (unanimous)
• Increased Jessica Erickson, Director of Nursing, from 0.9 to 1.0 FTE (unanimous)
• Hired full-time Jailer April Bolduan effective Aug 15, 2022 at LELS Grade 8/Step 2 (unanimous)
• Hired part-time Jailer Jennifer Mulhern effective Aug 15, 2022 at Non-union Grade 8/Step 1 (unanimous)
• Approved retirement of Debra Ristau, Eligibility Worker, effective Aug 18, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Foster Care Transportation agreements for five school districts (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board will review proposed 2023 budgets from the Assessor, Finance, and Auditor/Treasurer offices, and consider a request from Harmony Telephone Company for a Minnesota Border-to-Border project application. The board will also hear annual updates and appropriation requests from the Historical Society and Ag Society, and discuss a contract change order and equipment quotes for the Sheriff's Office. A closed session is scheduled for attorney-client privilege regarding a potential legal matter.

• Harmony Telephone Company Border-to-Border project application request
• Proposed 2023 budgets for Assessor, Finance, and Auditor/Treasurer
• Contract change order for Schneider Geospatial
• Ancom Tower Repair and Battery Replacement Quotes
• 2023 Dodge Durango Quote from Enterprise, EATI, and Kelly Printing

The Board approved a letter of support and a three-year, no-interest loan of $75,000 to Harmony Telephone Company for the Border to Border broadband project. They also approved several other items, including a $950,000 FAA grant for airport terminal improvements, a fee deletion for Schneider Geospatial, and equipment purchases for the Sheriff's Department. The meeting included budget presentations from several departments and a closed session for a potential legal matter.

• Approved letter of support and $75,000 no-interest loan to Harmony Telephone Company (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including June 20 and June 28 minutes and travel for Assessor's staff (unanimous)
• Approved attendance at Veterans Treatment Court Conference in Nashville (unanimous)
• Approved fee deletion of $12,273.12 for Schneider Geospatial (unanimous)
• Approved $3,318.70 for antenna and snubber replacement and $1,492.54 per battery at three locations (unanimous)
• Approved pre-approval for Dodge Durango lease and equipment quotes (unanimous)
• Approved $950,000 FAA grant for airport terminal improvements (unanimous)
• Closed meeting for attorney-client privilege regarding potential legal matter (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board approved a $1,071,507.35 low bid from Minnowa Construction for a bridge replacement in Jordan Township, and approved a 4.5% COLA/market rate adjustment for the 2023 budget, noting it could be reduced later. The board also denied a property tax penalty waiver, approved several hires and account transitions, and cancelled the July 5 special meeting.

• Approved $1,071,507.35 bridge replacement bid from Minnowa Construction (unanimous)
• Approved 4.5% COLA/market rate adjustment for 2023 budget (unanimous)
• Denied Janet Benson's property tax penalty waiver (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Joel Kroening as Solid Waste Administrator (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Thomas Jensen as Community Corrections Director at $110,000 salary (unanimous)
• Approved account transitions from Further and Medsurety to WEX (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-018 for Absentee Ballot Board (unanimous)
• Cancelled July 5, 2022 special meeting (consensus)

Department Head Interviews

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to interview candidates for two county positions: Community Corrections Director and Solid Waste Administrator. The agenda includes interviews with Thomas Jensen for corrections, and Joel Kroening and Julie Mooney for solid waste. No other business is listed.

• Interview: Thomas Jensen for Community Corrections Director
• Interview: Joel Kroening for Solid Waste Administrator
• Interview: Julie Mooney for Solid Waste Administrator

The Fillmore County Board met in special session to interview two applicants for department head positions: Thomas Jensen for Community Corrections Director and Joel Kroening for Solid Waste Administrator. No decisions were made regarding hiring; the board only conducted the interviews and adjourned.

• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously
• Conducted interview of Thomas Jensen for Community Corrections Director
• Conducted interview of Joel Kroening for Solid Waste Administrator
• Adjourned meeting at 10:48 a.m.

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review 2021 performance results and consider resolutions for 2023 goals and performance measures. The meeting includes discussions on the 2023 budget timeline and the IRS mileage rate effective July 1, 2022.

• Abatement Application Appeal for Parcel 17.0327.000
• Letter of support for City of Rushford Village parking lot grant
• Street closure of County 21 for Canton Day Off on August 20, 2022
• Fireworks permit for Chatfield Western Days on August 14, 2022
• Legal internship agreement for employee Jessica Bergsgaard

The Fillmore County Board denied Cynthia Novak's abatement application appeal for parcel 17.0327.000, despite her property's assessed value being reduced. The board also adopted resolutions for the 2023 Performance Measures Program and Performance Goals, and approved several administrative items including an intern agreement and a letter of support for a grant.

• Denied abatement appeal for parcel 17.0327.000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-016 to participate in Performance Measures Program for 2023 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-017 for 2023 Performance Goals (unanimous)
• Approved intern agreement for Jessica Bergsgaard in County Attorney's Office (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Rushford Village parking lot grant (unanimous)
• Authorized County Engineer to have alternate attend conference with Engineer in Training (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including fireworks permit and street closure (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioners' Warrants (unanimous)

Board of Appeal & Equalization

The Board will convene to swear in members and hear an assessment presentation from Jason McCaslin. The board will also discuss a possible action regarding Parcel 02.0308.120.

• Swearing in of Board of Appeal and Equalization Members
• Assessment Presentation by Jason McCaslin, Assessor
• Discussion with possible action regarding Parcel 02.0308.120

The Fillmore County Board of Appeal and Equalization approved all 13 recommendations from the County Assessor to adjust property values, including one building value transfer and 12 estimated market value (EMV) decreases. No action was taken on a parcel with no one present, and one property owner's appeal was deemed ineligible because he missed the local board meeting.

• Approved moving $4,219 building value to parcel 10.0163.010 from 10.0163.000 (Terry Schultz)
• Approved moving $326,725 new construction to parcel 10.0146.020 from 10.0146.000 (Levi Olstad)
• Approved decreasing EMV of parcel 10.0079.010 (Marsha Gorman Living Trust) by $98,772 to $474,202
• Approved decreasing EMV of parcel 10.0350.000 (Joseph Stromei) by $70,323 to $205,959
• Approved decreasing EMV of parcel 15.0559.000 (Randy and Tanny Meyer) by $30,145 to $259,161
• Approved decreasing EMV of parcel 19.0446.000 (Cecilia Allen Revocable Trust) by $35,165 to $438,825
• Approved decreasing EMV of parcel 19.0266.000 (Kathleen Gruett) by $48,848 to $64,966
• Approved decreasing EMV of parcel 19.0142.000 (Patrick Jones) by $59,704 to $48,171

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review plans for the Jail Project and consider several contracts and personnel hires. The board will also evaluate a conditional use permit for an electrical substation and a 10-year solid waste plan.

• Possible action on updated Jail Project plans and schedule
• Conditional Use Permit for a Dairyland Power Cooperative electrical substation in Beaver Township
• Second reading of the 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan
• Contracts for NCT Caseworks EDMS system and LEXIS/NEXIS Legal Research
• Sponsorship resolution for Tri-County Trailblazers, Mabel-Canton Trail busters, Hiawatha 1 & 2, and Bluff Valley Riders

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved moving forward with the Design Development Phase of the Jail Project and the RFP for the Construction Manager. The board also approved a new electronic document management software contract for Social Services, a conditional use permit for an electrical substation, and several other routine items. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved moving forward with Design Development Phase of Jail Project and RFP for Construction Manager (unanimous)
• Approved new electronic document management software (EDMS) contract with NCT Caseworks for Social Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-013: Conditional Use Permit for electrical substation by Dairyland Power Cooperative, Beaver Township (unanimous)
• Approved LEXIS/NEXIS Legal Research Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-014: Joint Powers Agreements for criminal justice data network access (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-015: 2023 Snowmobile Club Sponsorships for four clubs (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Green Works lawn mower and accessories for $1,379.96 (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Joshua Lensing and Ron Gregg to FHWA program in North Carolina (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several land access permits and updates to highway funding and project timelines. The meeting also includes personnel actions regarding staff resignations, transfers, and new hires.

• Access permit for field drive in Sumner Township (Menno & Polly Miller)
• Access permit to widen field drive in Amherst Township (David & Debra Lawstuen)
• Access permit for residence access in Preble Township (Alan Spaulding, Weisel Creek LLP)
• Access permit for property access in the City of Canton (Mike & Cindy Shanks)
• Amendment to MN Dot Agreement No. 1047398 for bridge replacement on CSAH 30

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and unanimously approved an amended agenda, consent agenda, and warrants. They approved four access permits, a MnDOT bridge funding amendment, and moved a Local Option Sales Tax project. The board also accepted a resignation and approved several personnel actions, all by unanimous votes.

• Approved amended agenda with abatement appeal item removed (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including May 10 minutes and fireworks permit (unanimous)
• Approved 4 access permits for field/residence drives (unanimous)
• Approved MnDOT bridge funding amendment for CSAH 30 (unanimous)
• Moved Local Option Sales Tax project for County Road 117 to this year (unanimous)
• Accepted resignation of Solid Waste Administrator effective June 9 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Solid Waste Administrator, Child Support Officer, and Community Corrections Director (unanimous)
• Approved DNR antenna license amendment, 5-year extension at $1,500/year (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss potential withdrawal from the Dodge-Fillmore-Olmsted Community Corrections group. Other items include discussions on a storage building in Chatfield, airport grant contracts, and election updates.

• Construction of the Storage Building in the Chatfield location
• Master Agreement between Fillmore County and the Minnesota Department of Transportation
• State of Minnesota Airport Maintenance and Operation Grant Contract
• Application for the Staff Sergeant Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant
• 2022 phone stipend for Sarah Swanson, Social Worker

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 2022-011 to withdraw from Dodge-Fillmore-Olmsted Community Corrections, citing budget concerns and a desire for a county-run model. They also approved hiring a Community Corrections Director and creating a committee to oversee the transition. Other actions included approving a grant application for veteran suicide prevention, rejecting a storage building bid, and approving routine resolutions.

• Approved Resolution 2022-011 to withdraw from DFO Community Corrections (unanimous)
• Approved process to hire a Community Corrections Director (unanimous)
• Created Community Corrections Committee with specified members (unanimous)
• Approved application for SSG Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Grant (unanimous)
• Rejected Swartzentruber Construction LLC bid for $645,386.31 for storage building
• Approved Resolution 2022-010: Master Agreement with MnDOT (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-012: Airport Maintenance and Operation Grant Contract (unanimous)
• Approved $15.00 phone stipend for Sarah Swanson (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and unanimously approved the consent agenda, including minutes and gambling licenses, plus several personnel actions and an airport repair contract. The board also approved the 2022 LELS Agreement and two driveway access permits.

• Approved amended agenda and consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved retirement of Debbie Jeffers, Paralegal, effective April 28, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for new field drive for Robert & Bettie Gulbranson (unanimous)
• Approved access permit to widen existing drive for Steve Tart (unanimous)
• Approved $4,800 sub-surface repairs at Airport beneath FOB building with American Waterworks (unanimous)
• Approved status change for Alexis Burt from 0.9 to 0.8 FTE (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Kevin Olson, Social Services Manager, effective July 21, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 LELS Agreement (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss a resolution for an emergency declaration. This action relates to the wind and tornado storms that occurred on April 12.

• Resolution for Emergency Declaration for April 12th Wind/Tornado Storms

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel changes and equipment purchases. The meeting includes discussions on redistricting and a request for proposals for a storage building at the Chatfield location.

• Discussion and possible action regarding redistricting
• RFP for the construction of a Storage Building at the Chatfield location
• Purchase of OmniBallot Tablets for Elections using VEGA/HAVA grants and budget dollars
• Access permit for a new field drive for Nathen Yutzy in Bristol Township section 34
• Request to hire a Highway Maintenance Specialist

The board unanimously approved purchasing 22 OmniBallot tablets for the 2022 general election, with the county's cost reduced to $28,756.05 after grants. They also approved the 2021 Feedlot Annual Report, an access permit, a storage building RFP, and several personnel actions. The board decided not to redistrict based on 2020 census numbers.

• Approved purchase of 22 OmniBallot tablets with VEGA/HAVA grants, county cost $28,756.05 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Feedlot Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for new field drive for Nathen Yutzy, Bristol Township (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for storage building at Chatfield location (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Trenton Chiglo as Highway Maintenance Specialist at $23.02/hour (unanimous)
• Approved retirement of Susan Phillips, effective June 16, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Julia McCaslin to Recorder's Office (unanimous)
• Approved not to redistrict based on 2020 census (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss highway equipment procurement and a storage building RFP. The agenda includes personnel changes, liquor license renewals, and 2022 LELS labor contract negotiations.

• Request to order 2 tandem trucks for delivery and payment in 2023
• Request to advertise an RFP for a storage building at the Chatfield location
• Street closures for Preston Trout Days on May 21, 2022, including County 12 and County 17
• Liquor license renewals for Eagle Bluff, Old Barn Resort & Golf Course, and Preston Golf & Country Club
• 2022 LELS labor contract negotiations

Special Board Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider awarding the 2022 Seal Coat Program and a highway project in Whalan. The body will also review requests for new hires and several technology equipment purchases.

• Award of 2022 Seal Coat Program and County State Aid Highway No. 36 project SAP 023-636-003
• Contract with BKV Group
• Technology purchases including laptops and docking stations ($6,560.75) and a badge reader ($4,992.37)
• Hiring of Public Health Accounting Tech and Zoning/Feedlot Officer
• Closure of Coffee Street East/County 8 and Parkway Avenue to Kenilworth Ave North for August 5 event

The Fillmore County Board approved two highway construction contracts, a telecommuting policy, two new hires, and several technology purchases. The board also approved a proclamation for Sexual Assault Awareness Month and reviewed tax forfeiture auction results. All decisions were made unanimously except the telecommuting policy, which passed 4-1.

• Awarded 2022 Seal Coat project to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC for $675,951.58 (unanimous)
• Awarded County State Aid Highway No. 36 project to Griffin Construction for $307,902.32 (unanimous)
• Approved second reading of Telecommuting Policy (4-1, Prestby nay)
• Hired Kallee Nelson as Public Health Accounting Tech at $22.20/hour (unanimous)
• Hired Dallas Dornink as Zoning/Feedlot Officer at $24.21/hour (unanimous)
• Approved technology purchases totaling $14,284.71 (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved closure of Coffee Street East/County 8 for BBDs Friday Night Dance (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss contract negotiations for a jail architect. The board is also considering several equipment purchases for the highway and airport departments and a telecommuting policy update.

• Jail Architect presentation and contract negotiations
• Purchase of a 500 gallon Hydro-seeder with mechanical paddlers
• Installation of three new oil reels with meters and two new pumps
• Agreement with State of Minnesota for Airport Rescue Grant (ARG) under ARPA
• First reading of draft changes to Telecommuting Policy

The board approved several purchases and agreements, including a $13,840.64 hydro-seeder, $8,326.12 oil reels and pumps, and a $32,000 airport rescue grant. They also approved BKV Group as architect for the jail pre-design at $25,000 and agreed to proceed with a construction manager. The first reading of the Telecommuting Policy updates was approved.

• Approved purchase of 500-gallon hydro-seeder from Northern Tool + Equipment for $13,840.64 (unanimous)
• Approved installation of three oil reels and two pumps from High Forest Bobcat Service for $8,326.12 (unanimous)
• Approved Airport Rescue Grant agreement with State of Minnesota for $32,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-008 for Federal Airport Expenses Reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved BKV Group as architect for jail pre-design at $25,000, with contract for master plan and RFP for construction manager (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Telecommuting Policy updates (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative items including the 2020 audit review and a new remote work policy. Discussion also includes sanitation service agreements and potential redistricting.

• New service agreement with Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations for e-waste recycling
• Approval of 2022 Hauler’s Licenses
• First reading of Work Remote Policy
• Review and approval of the 2020 Audit
• Replacement of Bridge No. 93232 on County Road 107

Special Board Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel actions including hiring a part-time custodian and promoting a jailer. The agenda also includes reviews of financial audits, prosecutor agreements, and discussions regarding ambulance payments.

• City of Canton and City of Mabel Prosecutor Agreements
• 2022 MOU agreement with the City of Rochester for text to 911 services
• Review of 2020 Financial Audit by Clifton Larson Allen, Inc.
• 2022/23 Interagency Cooperative Agreement for Child Support Admin.
• Approval for Courthouse server room AC unit and air duct cleaning

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss infrastructure grants, staffing changes, and zoning permits. The board is reviewing agreements for bridge replacements and a request for an additional full-time jailer.

• Grant agreements for replacement of Bridge No. 92461 on CSAH 30 and Bridge No. 9931 on CSAH 26
• Request to add one additional full-time jailer position
• City of Fountain Prosecutor Agreement
• Access permits for new field drives in Carimona Township (Section 29 and Section 14)
• Review of changes for the 2022 Assessment

The Fillmore County Board unanimously approved adding a full-time jailer position to address overnight staffing issues, approved two bridge replacement grant agreements, and approved consulting services for jail architect interviews. The board also approved an access permit for a new field drive, a retirement agreement, and a meal reimbursement increase.

• Approved additional full-time jailer position (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-005 for Bridge No. 92461 on CSAH 30 grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-006 for Bridge No. 9931 on CSAH 26 grant agreement (unanimous)
• Approved consulting services from Tom Weber for Jail Architect interview process (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for new field drive for Cleo Mensink, Carimona Township (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for new field drive for Mensink Family LLC, Carimona Township (unanimous)
• Approved retirement of Neil Woellert, Highway Department, effective 03/31/22 with ERIP agreement (unanimous)
• Modified meal reimbursement to $45.00 daily for business outside county (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review several 2021 final reports for NRBG funds and approve new service contracts. The board will also consider a request to advertise for road reconstruction and the hiring of new staff.

• Request to advertise for reconstruction of CSAH 36 in the City of Whalan (SAP 023-636-003)
• Approval of 2022 ANCOM Motorola Service Contract
• Approval of 2022 Central Square RMS Maintenance Contract
• Application for the Public Health Infrastructure Grant
• Request to hire a paralegal at Grade 9/ Step 1 effective February 2, 2022

The Fillmore County Board met in special session and unanimously approved several items, including final reports for wetland, water management, septic, and shoreland programs, contracts for ANCOM Motorola service and Central Square RMS maintenance, and a resolution to advertise for reconstruction of CSAH 36. The board also approved hiring Michelle Topness as a Paralegal and advertising for an Account Technician position, among other administrative actions. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved final report for 2021 Wetland Conservation Act ($8,778)
• Approved final report for 2021 Local Water Management ($14,278)
• Approved final report for 2021 Septic Treatment Systems ($18,600)
• Approved final report for 2021 Shoreland ($2,692)
• Approved advertisement for reconstruction of CSAH 36 in Whalan
• Approved 2022 ANCOM Motorola Service Contract ($16,909.43)
• Approved 2022 Central Square RMS Maintenance Contract ($38,372.65)
• Approved hiring Michelle Topness as Paralegal (Grade 9/Step 1)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review 2022 appropriations and several social services contracts. The meeting includes decisions on bridge and road reconditioning bids and the purchase of equipment funded by COVID grants.

• Bid approval for Bridge Replacement Project in Jordan Township (SAP 023-599-210)
• Bid approval for Surface Reconditioning Projects on CSAH 3 and CSAH 39
• Approval of 2022 Appropriations
• Social services contracts with SEMCAC, Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center, Zumbro Valley Health, and Families First Rochester
• Purchase of a freezer and automatic door openers funded by COVID grant

The Fillmore County Board approved multiple contracts and expenditures, including a $147,900 bridge replacement and a $1,613,437.89 surface reconditioning project. They also approved 2022 appropriations for non-profits, a five-year RFP for auditing services, and a wage increase for one employee (4-1).

• Approved bridge replacement project in Jordan Township to Minnowa Construction for $147,900 (unanimous)
• Approved surface reconditioning projects on CSAH 3 and CSAH 39 to Rochester Sand & Gravel for $1,613,437.89 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 appropriations totaling $16,056.10 for five non-profits (unanimous)
• Approved advertising RFP for auditing services with five-year option (unanimous)
• Approved Sarah Swanson's wage at Grade 12/Step 4 (4-1, Prestby dissenting)
• Approved vaccine freezer purchase and installation up to $9,909 (unanimous)
• Approved automatic bathroom door openers for $14,674 (unanimous)
• Approved MARCO as copier vendor with added copier for Planning/Zoning (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider final payments for highway projects and staffing requests. They will also discuss the American Rescue Plan Act and OSHA COVID-19 vaccination and testing requirements.

• Final payment Resolution for CSAH 15 & 30 Surface Reconditioning/Safety Improvement Project
• Discussion and possible action on OSHA COVID-19 Vaccination And Testing ETS
• Request to hire Engineer in Training effective 1/18/22
• Request to advertise for a part-time replacement custodian
• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act consulting service agreement and final rule review

The Fillmore County Board approved a COVID-19 policy requiring masking and weekly testing for unvaccinated employees, contingent on the federal mandate surviving a Supreme Court decision. The board also approved several hires, a road project resolution, and a consulting contract for ARPA funds. All decisions were made in a special session on January 11, 2022.

• Approved amended agenda with addition of social worker hire request (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Jan 4 minutes and MACO conference stay (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioners' Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-004 for CSAH 15 & 30 surface reconditioning project (unanimous)
• Approved masking/testing policy for employees if federal mandate upheld (unanimous)
• Hired Joshua Lensing as Engineer in Training, Grade 13/Step 1, effective 1/18/22 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for part-time custodian (unanimous)
• Approved David Drown Associates maintenance contract at $10,500 every other year (3-2)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to establish the 2022 fee schedule, per diem and mileage rates, and salaries for elected officials. The body will also consider personnel changes and professional service contracts for the county surveyor.

• Updated 2022 Fee Schedule
• Professional Service Contract with Joel Thoreson for Surveyor Services
• Payment of $4,500 per service for Ambulance Services for 2022
• Resolution to apply for 2022 Help America Vote Act (HAVA) Grant
• Proposed 2022 mileage reimbursement rate of $.585 per mile

The Fillmore County Board held its annual meeting, electing Mitch Lentz as Chair and Larry Hindt as Vice Chair. They approved the 2022 fee schedule, a HAVA grant application, a surveyor contract, and set salaries for county officials, including a $126,500 salary for the County Attorney (4-1) and $115,330 for the Sheriff after a higher amount failed. The board also approved the 2022 meeting schedule, per diem, mileage rates, and various administrative items.

• Elected Mitch Lentz as Chair and Larry Hindt as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved updated 2022 Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-001 to apply for HAVA Grant (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Joel Thoreson as County Surveyor (unanimous)
• Set County Attorney salary at $126,500 (4-1)
• Set Sheriff salary at $115,330 after $116,174 failed (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 meeting schedule and per diem rate of $45 (unanimous)
• Approved ambulance service payments of $4,500 per service for 2022 (unanimous)