Fillmore County public meetings in 2024

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will vote on resolutions for the 2025 budget and levy, as well as final payment for two bridge replacement projects. The board also considers purchasing body-worn cameras for the sheriff's office, approving an interagency agreement for a tuberculosis clinic, and setting 2025 non-union wages. Other items include access permits, policy amendments, and a resolution to exit the state merit system.

• Consider resolution for 2025 Budget and Levy
• Consider resolution for final payment of bridge replacement projects SAP 23-612-034 and SAP 23-630-009 to Minnowa Construction, Inc.
• Request approval to purchase Motorola Body Worn Cameras and equipment
• Consider first reading of draft changes to the Purchasing by Credit Card policy
• Consider approval of the 2025 Non-Union Wages

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2025 budget and final levy. Other key actions included approving a 3% general wage increase for non-union employees and authorizing the purchase of a new county truck.

• Approved Resolution 2024-049: 2025 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-050: 2025 Final Levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Non-Union Wages with a 3% General Wage Increase (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Dodge Ram 1500 for $40,637.00 plus fees (unanimous)
• Approved intent to purchase Motorola Body Worn Cameras for $95,500 total, pending public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved $45,685.00 for relocating 3 dispatch consoles via Ancom Communication (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-048: Exit the Minnesota Merit System (unanimous)
• Approved $7,626.95 for Poly Studio x 70 Voice Bar using Covid Grant money (unanimous)

Truth in Taxation

The Board of County Commissioners conducted a public hearing to review the 2025 preliminary budget, revenues, and expenditures. No public input was given recommending changes to the budget or levy.

• Held public hearing for 2025 Truth in Taxation

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items at its regular meeting, including approval of a Conditional Use Permit for sand mining in Pilot Mound Township, purchase of body-worn cameras for the Sheriff's Office, and a salary request from the County Attorney. The board will also discuss bridge replacement and sealcoat program bids, and hold a public hearing on Truth in Taxation at 6:30 p.m.

• Consider Resolution for Final Payment on project SAP 023-597-009 in Lanesboro
• Discussion with possible action on bridge replacement bids for SAP 023-611-013 on CSAH 11
• Consider approval of Conditional Use Permit for Richard Frick/Minnesota Sands in Pilot Mound Township
• Consider approval to purchase Motorola Body Worn Cameras and Equipment for Sheriff
• Truth in Taxation Public Hearing at 6:30 p.m.

The Board approved several highway projects, including a bridge replacement and a sealcoat program. A Conditional Use Permit for a sand pit in Pilot Mound Township was granted with ten specific conditions. The Board also appointed Kathryn Frette as Assessor effective January 1, 2025.

• Approved $585,678.60 bid from Minnowa Construction for bridge replacement on CSAH 11 (Unanimous)
• Approved $652,187.71 bid from Scott Construction for 2025 sealcoat program (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Richard Frick, Minnesota Sands in Pilot Mound Township (Unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 final payment to Generation X Construction for project SAP 023-597-009 (Unanimous)
• Approved four-year appointment of Kathryn Frette as Assessor effective Jan 1, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of Fillmore County Jail Project Paybook #19 (Unanimous)
• Tabled motion regarding 2025 staff phone stipend rates (Unanimous)
• Approved November 26, 2024, County Board Minutes (Unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on bid results for two bridge replacement projects (LOST 88928-101, LOST 88941-117, and SAP 023-599-217). They will also consider a liquor license renewal for Isle of Dreams LLC and a request to cash out or invest a maturing certificate of deposit. The meeting includes citizen input and approval of previous minutes and warrants.

• Discussion with possible action on bid results for bridge replacement projects LOST 88928-101 and LOST 88941-117
• Discussion with possible action on bid results for bridge replacement project SAP 023-599-217
• Approve Isle of Dreams LLC liquor license renewal
• Consider request to cash out or invest maturing CD
• Approve consent agenda including November 12 minutes and commissioner warrants

The Board of County Commissioners approved two low-bid contracts for bridge replacements in Preston Township and on CR 101 & 117. The board also authorized a $229,000 investment in a 24-month CD. A liquor license renewal for Isle of Dreams LLC was approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved $410,169.50 bid with Midwest Contracting, LLC for bridge replacement on CR 101 & 117 (unanimous)
• Approved $284,526.00 bid with Generation X Construction for bridge replacement in Preston Township (unanimous)
• Approved investing $229,000 in a 24-month MAGIC CD at 4.40% (unanimous)
• Approved Isle of Dreams LLC Liquor License Renewal (unanimous)
• Approved November 12, 2024, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will consider resolutions to internally administer the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act and assign decision-making authority to the Land Use Department. They will also discuss replacing a county vehicle damaged in an accident using insurance and van funds, and hiring a Highway Maintenance Specialist and a Public Health RN/LPN. The meeting includes consent agenda approval, warrants, and citizen input.

• Resolution to internally administer the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act and assume responsibilities
• Resolution to designate Land Use Department as decision-making authority for wetland matters
• Request to replace a 2024 Equinox damaged in an accident using insurance and van funds
• Request to hire Klysen Schoppers as Highway Maintenance Specialist, Grade 8/Step 1, effective Nov 13, 2024
• Request to hire Emily McCabe as Public Health RN/LPN, NUGrade11/Step 1, effective Dec 2, 2024

The Board approved resolutions to internally administer the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act and grant decision-making authority to the Land Use Department. The Board also authorized the purchase of a replacement vehicle for the Veteran's Office and hired two new employees.

• Approved Resolution 2024-042 to internally administer the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-043 giving decision-making authority to the Land Use Department (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 MPCA SSTS program grant agreement for $21,200 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2025 Equinox for Veteran's Office at $29,229.00 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Veteran's window decal from Kelly Printing up to $960.00 (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Klysen Schoppers as Highway Maintenance Specialist at $24.97 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Emily McCabe as Public Health RN/LPN at $28.8309 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved November 5, 2024, County Board Minutes (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss staffing for the public health 65+ team and 2025 benefit recommendations. The board is also reviewing payments for a bridge project and the jail project.

• Final payment for Project SAP 023-597-010 bridge replacement in Rushford Village to Minnowa Construction Inc
• Request to add and hire a Public Health RN/LPN for the 65+ team
• 2025 Community and Economic Development Associates contract for EDA Director Services
• Payment of Jail Project Paybook #18
• 2025 benefit recommendations from the Benefits Committee

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2025 Employee Benefits plan and a $48,766 contract for CEDA Director Services. The Board also authorized the addition and hiring of a Public Health RN/LPN position and approved final payment for a bridge replacement in Rushford Village.

• Approved Resolution 2024-041: Final Payment for bridge replacement in Rushford Village to Minnowa Construction Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved adding a Public Health RN/LPN position to the 65+ team (unanimous)
• Approved hiring for the Public Health RN/LPN position from the interview list or via public posting (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Employee Benefits plan based on Benefits Committee recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved CEDA 2025 Contract for EDA Director Services for $48,766.00 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Jail Project Paybook #18 (unanimous)
• Approved October 22, 2024, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several service contracts and personnel changes. Key items include the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan and a public safety grant. The board will also review staffing updates for the Sheriff's office and Social Work department.

• Advertising for 2025 Projects in the Fillmore County Capital Improvement Plan
• Contracting with Mount Olivet Rolling Acres, Inc for out of county Case Management
• Contracting septic services to Houston County for Type IV and V septic systems
• Resolution of the 2025 Minnesota Department of Public Safety Toward Zero Deaths Grant
• Hiring Kourtney Olson as replacement Social Worker and promoting Jason Harmening to Emergency Management/Deputy Sheriff

The Board approved contracting with Houston County for septic system work and Mount Olivet Rolling Acres for case management. Personnel actions included hiring a social worker and promoting a deputy sheriff. The Board also authorized bidding for 2025 Capital Improvement Plan projects.

• Approved contracting with Mount Olivet Rolling Acres, Inc for out-of-county Case Management (unanimous)
• Approved contracting with Houston County for Type IV and V septic system work (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000.00 per septic system fee for Houston County contracted work (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for bids for 2025 Capital Improvement Plan projects
• Approved Resolution 2024-040 for MN Dept of Public Safety Toward Zero Deaths grant
• Approved hire of Kourtney Olson as Social Worker at $30.5576 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Jason Harmening to Emergency Management/Deputy Sheriff at $40.76 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Part-Time Deputy Sheriff Wade Anderson (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda and multiple action items. Among them, they will consider rescinding a prior resolution and paying $35,659.02 in retainage to the contractor for the airport terminal. Other items include approval of trauma kits for the Opioid Task Force, personnel actions, a county farm bid, a veterans green light resolution, and a jail project change order.

• Consider rescinding Resolution 2024-038 and paying $35,659.02 retainage to Weiser Brother General Contractor, Inc. for the Airport Terminal
• Approve purchase of 14 Trauma First Aid kits, Molle bags, and bulk bandages for the Opioid Task Force Group
• Hire Klysen Schoppers as Highway Maintenance Specialist and promote Christina Bothun to Lead Adult Social Worker
• Approve the County Farm Bid and a resolution for Veterans Green Light
• Consider a Jail Project Change Order and discussion on AMC Annual Conference

The Board approved a three-year agreement with the University of Minnesota for extension programming and awarded a county farm bid. Other actions included authorizing a FEMA appeal for flood assistance and approving several construction change orders.

• Approved UofM MOA for Extension Programming 2025-2027 ($157,219 in 2025, $161,937 in 2026, $166,811 in 2027) (Unanimous)
• Approved County Farm Bid to Gavin Wange at $286.00/acre for 2025 and 2026 (Unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff's Department to appeal FEMA denial for June 2024 Flooding assistance (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,659.02 retainage payout to Weiser Brothers General Contractor, Inc. (4-1)
• Authorized $38,539.00 for caulking work pending further cost discussion (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,194.00 for a yard hydrant and a water heater change saving $8,000.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 14 Trauma First Aid kits and supplies using Opioid Settlement dollars (Unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Christina Bothun to Lead Adult Social Worker (Unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider multiple final payments for road and airport construction projects, approve a 5-year capital improvement plan for the Highway Department, and review a jail project paybook. The board will also hear a presentation from Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation regarding a potential 2025 appropriation.

• Resolutions for final payment on CSAH 4 surface reconditioning (Rochester Sand and Gravel), CSAH 1 concrete overlay (Croell Inc.), CR 113 surface recondition (Griffins Construction), and rock contracts on multiple county roads (Milestone Materials, Bruening Rock Products)
• Resolution to order a new 2024 John Deere 672G motor grader
• Resolution adopting the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan for the Highway Department
• Resolutions for final payment on airport T-hanger construction (Everstrong Construction) and airport terminal building (Wieser General Contractor)
• Approval of Paybook #17 for the Fillmore County Jail Project

The Board approved the purchase of a new motor grader and adopted a 5-year Capital Improvement Project plan. Several final payments for road and airport projects were authorized. The Board also approved the use of Local Option Sales Tax for projects in the 2026-2030 capital plan.

• Approved purchase of 2024 John Deere 672G Motor Grader for $410,907.11 (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year Fillmore County Capital Improvement Project plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-036 to use Local Option Sales Tax for 2026-2030 CIP projects (unanimous)
• Approved $53,909.67 payment to Rochester Sand and Gravel for CSAH 4 project (unanimous)
• Approved $40,531.92 payment to Croell, Inc. for CSAH 1 project (unanimous)
• Approved $22,720.32 payment to Griffin Construction, Inc. for CR 113 project (unanimous)
• Approved $19,926.13 and $35,659.02 final payments for airport building projects (unanimous)
• Approved payment of Fillmore County Jail Project Paybook #17

Meeting

The board will consider consent agenda items including minutes and a temporary road closure, then a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Several personnel changes will be voted on, along with access permits for driveways. The board will review the proposed 2025 budget and a preliminary levy resolution, and hold a public hearing on the Highway 5-year Construction Improvement Plan.

• Temporary closure of County 21 (Main Street) in Canton on December 7 for a Lighted Parade
• Proclamation and activities for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Personnel changes: Autumn Collett to full-time Jailer, Jordan Rudolph to full-time Sheriff’s Deputy, Christina Gildner transfer to Eligibility Worker
• Access permits for Galyn and Josh Simon on County 17 and for William and Roxanne Johnson on County 22
• Public hearing on the Highway 5-year Construction Improvement Plan

The Board approved the 2025 preliminary levy and budget adjustments, which included removing the Ag intern position. Other actions included approving a $49,955.68 dispatch console for the jail project and investing $200,000 into a First National Bank CD.

• Approved Resolution 2024-030 for 2025 Preliminary Levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget adjustments and removal of Ag intern position (unanimous)
• Approved $49,955.68 dispatch console for Jail Project from Xybix
• Approved investing $200,000 into First National Bank 12-month CD at 4.5% APY (3-2)
• Approved status change for Autumn Collett to full-time Jailer at $24.96 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Jordan Rudolph to full-time Sheriff’s Deputy at $29.99 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of Christina Gildner to Eligibility Worker at $26.62 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of County 21 in Canton on Dec 7, 2024, for Santa Day Lighted Parade (unanimous)

Meeting

The board will discuss the proposed 2025 budget and consider possible action on the 2025 proposed levy. They will also consider investing a maturing certificate of deposit and approve the consent agenda including prior meeting minutes and warrants.

• Discussion and possible action on 2025 proposed levy
• Consider investing a maturing certificate of deposit
• Approve consent agenda: September 3, 2024 minutes and commissioner warrants

The Board approved the investment of a maturing CD with MAGIC at a 5.3% interest rate for 12 months. The 2025 proposed budget was presented, and the Board proposed further discussion on the 2025 Preliminary Levy at the next meeting.

• Approved September 3, 2024, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)
• Approved investing maturing CD with MAGIC at 5.3% for 12 months (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will consider approving the 2023 audit from CliftonLarsonAllen and authorizing its publication. They will also discuss the 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for highways. Other actions include personnel changes (retirement of the Emergency Manager and a deputy promotion) and approval of several projects: Jail Project Paybook #16, sheriff's server project, and election equipment such as badge readers and connectivity devices. Citizen input is scheduled.

• Consider approval of 2023 Audit from CliftonLarsonAllen
• Discussion on 5-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for highways
• Consider retirement of Emergency Manager/Deputy Sheriff Don Kullot after 24 years
• Consider approval of Jail Project Paybook #16
• Consider approval of sheriff's server project and election equipment (badge reader, connectivity devices)

The Board approved a 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for projects from 2025 to 2030 and scheduled a public hearing for September 24, 2024. The Board also approved the 2023 Audit and several technology and personnel updates.

• Approved 5-year Capital Improvement Plan for 2025-2030 (unanimous)
• Scheduled CIP Plan Public Hearing for September 24, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Audit from CliftonLarsonAllen (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff’s Department server project bid from Marco for $84,144.02 (unanimous)
• Approved Election Room badge reader quote from Marco for $3,380.45 (unanimous)
• Approved Cradlepoint connectivity devices for elections from KNOWiNK, LLC for $11,970.00 (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Timothy Melver to Full-Time Deputy effective October 19, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Jail Project Paybook #16 (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners holds a special meeting to review the 2023 financial audit, consider a resolution adopting a 10-year solid waste plan, and approve various building maintenance proposals and liquor licenses. They will also review proposed 2025 budgets for solid waste, highways, airports, surveyors, administration, and other general funds. The agenda includes discussion of a county farm request for proposals and acceptance of a deputy's resignation.

• Approval of liquor license renewal for Serenity Hills, LLC and temporary license for Two Fathoms Brewing
• Consideration of sidewalk repairs, outside lighting, countertop glass, carpet, and table proposals for county buildings
• Approval of mental health billboards funded by AMHI grant
• Resolution to adopt the 10-year solid waste plan and review proposed 2025 solid waste budget
• Discussion with possible action on County Farm request for proposals

The Board approved several low-bid contracts for courthouse and office building maintenance. It also adopted a 10-year solid waste plan and authorized rental bids for the County Farm. Proposed 2025 budgets for various departments were presented for review.

• Approved $2,902 bid from Storelee Cement and Masonry LLC for courthouse sidewalk repairs
• Approved $10,038.68 bid from Haley Lighting and $2,882.00 bid from Haakenson Electric Inc. for courthouse outside lighting
• Approved $6,903 bid from Ford Metro, Inc for a protective glass window at the Auditor/Treasurer counter
• Approved $6,240.70 bid from Hiller Commercial Flooring for carpet in Conference Room 108
• Approved $10,455 bid from Beckley’s Office Products for 17 tables in Conference Room 108
• Approved Resolution 2024-029 adopting the Solid Waste 10-year plan
• Approved advertising for two-year rental bids for 43 tillable acres of the County Farm
• Approved applying $28,722 MCIT Dividend to the Infrastructure Fund and safety conference expenses

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review proposed 2025 budgets for the UofM Extension, Assessor Department, Sheriff Department, and Jail. The body will also consider personnel resignations and two access permits for county roads.

• Proposed 2025 budgets for UofM Extension, Assessor Department, Sheriff Department, and Jail
• Access Permit for Freddie and Katie Gingerich on County 8 in Spring Valley Township
• Access Permit for Raphael and Lee Her Lee on County 21 in Amherst Township
• Consulting contract for Steve Hacken for the Assessor’s Office (up to 8 hours per week)
• Tobacco License for Casey’s Retail Company dba Casey’s General Store #2993

The Board approved two driveway access permits and several personnel resignations. It also approved a consulting contract for the Assessor's Office and tabled a Memorandum of Understanding for UofM Extension. The Board recommended targeting a 4-5% levy increase for the proposed 2025 budget.

• Approved tobacco license for Casey’s Retail Company dba Casey’s General Store #2993
• Tabled UofM Extension Memorandum of Understanding for 2025-2027
• Approved access permit for Freddie and Katie Gingerich on County 8 (Spring Valley Township)
• Approved access permit for Raphael and Lee Her Lee on County 21 (Amherst Township)
• Approved resignation of Dakotah McIntyre, part-time 911 Dispatch
• Approved resignation of Alan Polzin, Highway Maintenance
• Approved request to advertise for replacement Highway Maintenance internally and externally
• Approved Steve Hacken consulting contract for Assessor’s Office at $100/hour through Dec 31, 2024

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review proposed 2025 budgets for Public Health, Maintenance and Infrastructure, and Social Services. Members will also consider an election emergency plan and various personnel hires and resignations.

• Proposed purchase of land in Section 30 in Rushford Village for sand mining
• Approval of tobacco licenses for multiple vendors including Kwik Trip and Family Dollar
• Proposed 2025 budgets for Public Health, Maintenance and Infrastructure, and Social Services
• Approval of Fillmore County Election Emergency Plan
• Hiring of Katherine Holger (Community Health Specialist) and Alissa Grundman (Accounting Technician)

The Board approved the purchase of an 11.58-acre active sand pit in Rushford Village. Other actions included approving the County Election Emergency Plan and a partnership with Children’s Dental Health Services. The Board also reviewed proposed 2025 budgets for Public Health, Maintenance, Infrastructure, and Social Services.

• Approved purchase of 11.58-acre active sand pit in Rushford Village (unanimous)
• Approved Fillmore County Election Emergency Plan (unanimous)
• Approved partnership with Children’s Dental Health Services for office space (unanimous)
• Approved tobacco licenses for nine entities including Gurek Inc and Kwik Trip (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Katherine Holger as Community Health Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Alissa Grundman as Accounting Technician (unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Teri Root and advertising for replacement Eligibility Worker (unanimous)
• Approved Fillmore County Jail Paybook Summary #15 (unanimous)

5 Year Plan Road Tour

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will hold a breakfast and road tour to discuss the upcoming 5-year plan for county roads and infrastructure. This is a working session with no formal votes or public hearings scheduled.

• 7:00 a.m. breakfast at B&B Bowl
• 8:00 a.m. road tour throughout the county for upcoming 5-year plan

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners holds a special meeting to review proposed 2025 budgets from the County Attorney, Veterans Services, and Land Use departments. They will also consider ratifying the TriMin Contract for 2025-2027, applying for a Crisis Response Grant, and approving a resolution of negative declaration for an Environmental Impact Statement for the Dabelstein Mine Project. Other items include reports from the Medical Examiner's Office and library update, plus a final payment resolution for a highway project.

• Consider request to invest maturing CD
• Consider request for Board Ratification of TriMin Contract 2025-2027
• Consider request to apply for the Crisis Response Grant
• Consider Resolution to submit final payment for Project LOST 9926-107
• Consider Resolution of Negative Declaration for EIS for Dabelstein Mine Project, Pilot Mound Township

The Board approved a $1 million investment at First Southeast Bank and issued a negative declaration for an Environmental Impact Statement regarding the Dabelstein Mine Project. Other actions included approving a TriMin contract and applying for a 2025 Crisis Response Grant.

• Approved $1,000,000 investment at First Southeast Bank at 5.4% for one year (unanimous)
• Approved TriMin Contract for 2025-2027, subject to Attorney review
• Approved request to apply for the 2025 Crisis Response Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-027 for final payment to Icon Constructions, LLC for Bridge Replacement Project LOST 9926-107 in Norway Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-028 of Negative Declaration for an Environmental Impact Statement for the Dabelstein Mine Project (unanimous)
• Approved July 9, 2024, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)
• Decided by consensus that the Highway Department can find a replacement for a trailer that failed DOT inspection

Meeting

The Board will review proposed 2025 budgets for the Recorder and Auditor/Treasurer offices. The meeting includes a discussion on the Public Use of Cannabinoids Ordinance. Additionally, the Board will consider a request to hire Kathryn Frette as County Assessor.

• Discussion regarding Public Use of Cannabinoids Ordinance 2024042
• Review of proposed 2025 budgets for Recorder and Auditor/Treasurer offices
• Consideration of a Poll Pad quote from Knowink, Inc.
• Request to hire Kathryn Frette as County Assessor
• Reapplication for the Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) Grant

The Board approved a new ordinance regarding the public use of cannabinoids. Other actions included hiring a new County Assessor and approving a grant agreement for Toward Zero Deaths.

• Approved Public Use of Cannabinoid Ordinance #20240423 (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Kathryn Frette for County Assessor at $54.40 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved $16,987.50 Poll Pad quote from Knowink Incorporated (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-026 authorizing Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) Grant Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved July 2, 2024, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board will review 2025 budget proposals for the Finance Department, SWCD, and Corrections. The meeting also includes a consideration of a State of Emergency declaration due to recent flooding.

• Public Hearing for proposed Ordinance 20240423 – Public Use of Cannabinoids
• Rezoning application in Preston Township from Agricultural to B-1
• Conditional Use Permit for Frank Quarry expansion in Bristol Township
• State of Emergency Declaration due to flooding on June 22, 2024
• Approval of Paybook #14 for the Jail Project

The Board approved a state of emergency declaration following June 22 flooding. Other key actions included approving a quarry expansion, a commercial rezoning, and two hemp/cannabinoid business applications.

• Approved Resolution 2024-025: State of Emergency Declaration for June 22, 2024 flooding (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-024: Conditional Use Permit for Frank Quarry expansion in Bristol Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-023: Rezoning of former Hormel buying station in Preston Township to B-1 General Commercial (unanimous)
• Approved Hemp/Cannabinoid Application for D&J Valley Liquor DBA T.J.’s Liquor (unanimous)
• Approved Hemp/Cannabinoid Application for Smoking Guns, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $36,000 purchase of a Viper 301 sand screener from Zenke Incorporated (unanimous)
• Approved Paybook #14 for the Jail Project (unanimous)
• Approved Access Permit for Saralee Fassbender for a new driveway on County 115 (unanimous)

Board of Appeal & Equalization Hearing

The Board of Appeal and Equalization will swear in its members and hear an assessment presentation from Assessor Steve Hacken. The meeting also includes a review of assessor recommendations and walk-in appeals.

• Swear-in of Board of Appeal and Equalization Members
• Assessment presentation by Assessor Steve Hacken
• Assessor recommendations
• Walk-in appeals

The Board of Appeal and Equalization approved a request from the County Assessor to lower the value of one property in Lanesboro. A separate request to decrease the value of another parcel was denied based on state statute.

• Approved reduction of parcel 19.0452.000 value from $510,300 to $476,200
• Denied value change for parcel 29.0046.010 per State Statute 273.117

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review 2023 performance results and consider resolutions regarding the 2025 Performance Measures Program and 2025 performance goals. The meeting also includes a discussion on a jail project update.

• Jail Project Update discussion
• Resolution for 2025 Performance Goals
• Resolution to participate in the 2025 Performance Measures Program
• Canton Day Off temporary street closure request
• Remote work request for Dacia Inglett

The Board approved several administrative updates, including the 2023 performance results and 2025 goals. It also authorized specific budget and design changes for the jail project. A remote work request for an eligibility worker was approved.

• Approved temporary street closure of County 21 for August 17-18 (Unanimous)
• Approved remote work for Eligibility Worker Dacia Inglett effective July 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Performance Goals results (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-021 for 2025 Performance Measures Program participation (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-022 for 2025 Performance Goals (Unanimous)
• Approved jail project changes including exterior wall correction and budget adjustments totaling a $4,516 savings (Unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several requests regarding new staff positions and equipment. This includes adding an accounting technician to the Recorder’s Office and a community health specialist to Public Health. The board will also review a request to purchase a copy machine for Social Services.

• Addition of an Accounting Technician position in the Recorder’s Office
• Addition of a Community Health Specialist position in Public Health
• Request to purchase a copy machine for Social Services Adult Team
• Extension of temporary employment for Kristi Ruesink

The Board unanimously approved the creation of an Accounting Technician position in the Recorder’s Office and a Community Health Specialist position in the Public Health Department. The Board also authorized the purchase of a color copy machine for the Social Services Adult Team using grant funds.

• Approved 0.5 FTE – 0.8 FTE Accounting Technician position in Recorder’s Office (unanimous)
• Approved simultaneous internal and external advertising for Accounting Technician position (unanimous)
• Approved 1.0 FTE Community Health Specialist position in Public Health Department (unanimous)
• Approved simultaneous internal and external advertising for Community Health Specialist position (unanimous)
• Approved temporary employment extension for Kristi Ruesink through the summer (unanimous)
• Approved $5,278.00 purchase of a color copy machine from Marco for Social Services Adult Team (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board will review the first draft of a Public Use of Cannabinoids Ordinance and consider setting a public hearing. The agenda also includes discussions regarding county personnel appointments, budget scheduling, and contract approvals.

• Review of Public Use of Cannabinoids Ordinance draft
• Promotion of Brooke Johnson to full-time Jailer
• Four-year appointment for County Engineer Ron Gregg
• 2024 contract with Winona Advocacy for Sexual Assault Victim Services
• Request to invest maturing CD

The Board scheduled a public hearing for July 2, 2024, regarding a Public Use of Cannabinoids Ordinance. Other actions included approving a $19,500 contract for sexual assault victim services and reinvesting $240,000 into a CD.

• Scheduled Public Use of Cannabinoids Ordinance public hearing for July 2, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved reinvesting $240,000 into a 6-month CD at 5.5% with MAGIC (4-1)
• Approved $19,500 contract with Winona Advocacy for Sexual Assault Victim Services (unanimous)
• Approved $7,842 purchase of window blinds for Public Health Department from Hangman Window Treatments, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Brooke Johnson to Full-Time Jailer at $24.96 hourly (unanimous)
• Approved 4-year reappointment of Ron Gregg as County Engineer (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Budgeting Time Schedule (unanimous)
• Decided not to adopt Summer Hours, maintaining flexible schedules at Department Head discretion (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review personnel actions that affect local services, including hiring replacements for the property appraiser and public health social worker roles, plus adding a full-time jailer position. Highway and facilities staff will present equipment bids, airport project funding adjustments, and road detour agreements with MnDOT. The board will also discuss upgrading sheriff vehicle camera systems and approve construction payments for the county jail.

• Discussion of Motorola mobile upload and integrated body camera systems for sheriff vehicles
• Vote on hiring a replacement property appraiser effective June 10 and a public health social worker effective May 30
• Consideration to purchase a zero-turn mower from Preston Equipment for $14,900 after rescinding a lower bid
• Resolution to reduce Airport Terminal Building Project retainage from 5% to 3%
• Approval of Paybook #13 for the Jail Project and addition of a full-time jailer position

The Board approved the purchase of squad car camera management and initiated the process for body cameras. Personnel actions included hiring a new Property Appraiser and Social Worker, and creating a full-time jailer position. The Board also approved payments for the Jail Project and an airport terminal project resolution.

• Approved Motorola squad car camera mobile video manager ($28,980 first-year; $13,555 for following five years)
• Approved gathering information and holding a public hearing for Motorola body cameras
• Approved purchase of zero-turn mower from Preston Equipment for $14,900 (County share $4,680)
• Approved Resolution 2024-020 to reduce Airport Terminal Building Project retainage from 5% to 3%
• Approved Resolution 2024-019 and Detour Agreement for MnDOT work on TH 56
• Approved hiring Isaak Solum as Property Appraiser at $26.18 hourly
• Approved creation of one additional full-time jailer position
• Approved Paybook #13 for the Jail Project totaling $285,837.48

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review past minutes, approve warrants, and plan upcoming committee schedules. Members are set to consider hiring two social workers, which affects local public health casework, and approve an air conditioning replacement for the courthouse where residents conduct county business. The board will also discuss a 2025 funding request for Semcac services, upgrade technology in Room 108, adjust staff timekeeping procedures, and finalize the June meeting calendar.

• Consider hiring Krista Skaalen (Grade 12/Step 1) and Stephanie Hoffman (Grade 12/Step 3) for social work positions
• Approve MMC Rochester’s air conditioning replacement proposal for the county building
• Review 2023 Semcac services and consider a 2025 appropriation request
• Upgrade technology in Room 108 at the Fillmore County Courthouse
• Adjust staff timekeeping procedures for the UKG lunch punch system

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners approved a contract to replace the air conditioning unit in the County Office Building. The Board also hired two new social workers and approved automatic lunch punches for non-union employees.

• Approved $113,940 quote from Winona Heating and Ventilating, Inc. for AC replacement (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Krista Skaalen as Social Worker at $30.56 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved hire of Stephanie Hoffman as Social Worker at $32.59 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved automatic lunch punches in UKG timekeeping for non-union employees (unanimous)
• Approved June 2024 Meeting Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)
• Approved May 7, 2024, County Board Minutes (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners holds a special meeting to review infrastructure spending, health program amendments, and grant applications. Officials will consider approvals for the Jail Project paybook, road and bridge repairs in Spring Valley, and financial support for a North Chester broadband initiative. These items affect local travel conditions, jail operations, internet access for residents, and county health services. The agenda also covers snowmobile funding, public health contract changes, and a closed session for legal strategy.

• Consider approval of Paybook #12 for the Jail Project
• Approve low bid for Bridge No. 5833 removal and CSAH 1 bituminous repairs in Spring Valley
• Consider financial support for a Border-to-Border Broadband Grant in North Chester
• Adopt resolution for Snowmobile Funding for 2024-2025
• Approve amendment to UCARE Minnesota provider participation agreement

The Board approved several infrastructure bids, including bridge removal and road repairs. They authorized a $75,000 loan for the North Chester broadband project and approved various equipment purchases for the airport. The Board also reinvested $500,000 into a 12-month CD.

• Approved $75,000 three-year no-interest loan for North Chester broadband project (Unanimous)
• Approved $145,000 bid from Icon for Bridge No. 5833 Removal Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $115,120 bid from Ulland Brothers for CSAH 1 repairs (4-1)
• Approved aggregate rock bids for Bruening Rock Products and Milestone Materials (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Massy Tractor ($21,787), Flex Wing Mower ($15,880, 4-1), and Zero Turn Mower ($14,600)
• Approved reinvesting $500,000 into a 12-month CD at 5.3% interest with First Southeast Bank (Unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Marcus Plaehn as District 3 representative on the EDA Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-018 for 2024-2025 Snowmobile Funding (Unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will consider a broadband loan for the Rural Canton Project, review a three-year library contract with SELCO through 2027, and discuss county versus township zoning rules. The board will also evaluate a request to hire a part-time sheriff’s deputy at $28.83 per hour, examine feedlot program results, and hold a closed session on a disciplinary matter.

• Consider broadband loan and letter of support for Rural Canton Project
• Hire part-time sheriff’s deputy Timothy Melver at $28.83 hourly
• Approve three-year SELCO library contract covering 2025–2027
• Review relationship between county and township zoning regulations
• Consider 2025 funding allocation for Root River Trail Towns events

The Board approved financial and formal support for the Rural Canton Broadband Project and authorized a new part-time Sheriff's Deputy. Other actions included approving a multi-year library contract and a seasonal 10-hour workday schedule for the Highway Department.

• Approved $75,000 no-interest, 3-year payback loan for Rural Canton Broadband Project (Unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Rural Canton Broadband Project (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Timothy Melver as part-time Sheriff’s Deputy at $28.83 hourly (Unanimous)
• Approved SELCO Library contract for 2025-2027 ($273,809 in 2025, $281,809 in 2026, $289,809 in 2027) (Unanimous)
• Approved 10-hour workdays (Mon-Thu) for Highway Department from May to September (3-2)
• Approved review and signature of 2023 Fillmore County Feedlot Program report (Unanimous)
• Approved advertising for replacement Public Health RN/Social Worker (Unanimous)
• Approved resignation of Erica Draper, Registered Nurse (Unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review finance warrants, approve liquor licenses for two local venues, and consider a five-year agreement with the BCA presented by Sheriff John DeGeorge. Land Use Director Blake Lea will present requests to widen an existing driveway on County 12 in Preston and create a new access point on County 5 in York Township, which would allow larger farm equipment and fairground vehicles to use those roads. The board also plans to discuss a potential Good Neighbor Agreement with People’s Energy Cooperative for grid resiliency funding, review personnel actions, and hold a closed session regarding pending litigation.

• Approval of annual liquor licenses for Preston Golf & Country Club and Old Barn Resort & Golf Course
• Discussion of a Good Neighbor Agreement with People’s Energy Cooperative for Department of Energy grid resiliency funding
• Consideration of a five-year agreement with the BCA presented by Sheriff John DeGeorge
• Access permit requests to widen a driveway on County 12 in Preston and add new access on County 5 in York Township
• Closed session to discuss potential settlement of pending litigation under attorney-client privilege

The Board unanimously approved a Good Neighbor Agreement with People’s Energy Cooperative for Department of Energy funding to improve grid resiliency. The Board also approved a joint powers agreement for the County Attorney and Sheriff and issued two driveway access permits.

• Approved Liquor License for Old Barn Resort & Golf Course (unanimous)
• Approved Liquor License for Preston Golf & Country Club (unanimous)
• Approved Good Neighbor Agreement for People’s Energy Cooperative grid resiliency funding (unanimous)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2024-017: State of Minnesota Joint Powers Agreements for County Attorney and Sheriff (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Fillmore County Ag Society to widen driveway on County 12 (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Dale Schwade for new field drive on County 5 (unanimous)
• Approved retirement of Debra Curry, Eligibility Worker, effective June 27, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Kayla Peterson as Accounting Technician effective May 6, 2024 (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review administrative and operational requests during this special meeting. Key decisions include approving a payment for the county jail project, advertising a vacancy for a social worker, and purchasing equipment for road maintenance. The board will also handle routine financial tasks, such as closing bank accounts and reviewing warrants.

• Approve Paybook #11 for the Jail project per Construction Manager Contegrity Group
• Advertise internally and externally for a replacement Social Worker position
• Purchase a batwing mower recommended by the Highway Committee
• Close four F&M Community Bank accounts and transfer funds to the Main Bank Account
• Approve a DAC Agreement presented by Public Health Director Jessica Erickson

The Board of County Commissioners approved several financial actions, including a large payment for the jail project and the closure of four bank accounts. They also authorized the purchase of highway equipment and the hiring of temporary administrative staff.

• Approved Paybook #11 for the Jail Project in the amount of $853,478.56 (unanimous)
• Approved low bid from Connaughty Sales, Inc. for a Rhino 3150 15’ Batwing for $25,780.00 (unanimous)
• Approved closing four bank accounts at F&M Community Bank and transferring funds to the Main Bank Account (unanimous)
• Approved Nursing Consultation Services Agreement with the DAC at $50.00 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Kristi Ruesink as a temporary Accounting Technician at $31.21/hour for up to 16 hours per week (unanimous)
• Approved internal and external advertising for a replacement Adult Team Social Worker (unanimous)
• Approved updated Finance Warrants list with an amendment to keep credit card payments (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioners’ Warrants (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review routine approvals that affect local travel and services, including street closures for May and June community events. The board will also consider a bid for a surfacing project in the City of Prosper and approve an internal and external search for a replacement social worker to support county programs. Additionally, staff will present an access permit request to widen a driveway on County 23 in Amherst Township.

• Bid approval for the Surfacing Conditioning Project in the City of Prosper (LOST 113P-1)
• Final payment resolution for the Arendal Township Replacement Project (SAP 23-599-206)
• Internal and external recruitment for a replacement Social Worker position
• Access permit to widen an existing driveway on County 23 in Amherst Township
• Street closures for Preston Trout Days and PREVENT 22 events in May and June

The Board approved a low bid for a surfacing conditioning project and authorized a grant application for land corner updates. Other actions included approving street closures for local events and a liquor license for the Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center.

• Approved $480,886.85 bid from Griffin Construction for Surfacing Conditioning Project in Prosper (unanimous)
• Approved RESOLUTION 2024-016 to apply for Minnesota IT Services grant for Public Land Survey System land corners (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $27,597.56 to Icon Constructors, Inc. via RESOLUTION 2024-015 (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license for Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center (unanimous)
• Approved street closures for Preston Trout Days (May 18) and PREVENT 22 (June 22) (unanimous)
• Approved internal and external advertising for a replacement Social Worker (unanimous)
• Approved access permit for Elliot Rustad to widen a driveway on County 23 (unanimous)
• Rescinded employment offer to Emily Highum for Accounting Technician (unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will review 2024 hauler licenses for several waste management companies. They will also consider moving a 2016 Ford Transit to the County fleet and approving an accounting technician hire. A closed session is scheduled to discuss potential litigation settlement.

• Approval of 2024 Hauler Licenses for multiple waste management providers
• Request to move a 2016 Ford Transit to the County fleet
• Appointment of Emily Highum as Administration Accounting Technician, effective April 1, 2024
• Closed session regarding potential settlement of pending litigation

The Board of County Commissioners approved the hiring of a new accounting technician and issued 2024 hauler licenses. The Board also authorized the County Attorney to continue negotiations for a settlement agreement regarding the Amish Septic Case.

• Approved 2024 Hauler Licenses for WM Hanson, Southern MN Recycling, S&S Sanitation, Richards Sanitation, LRS, Waste Management, Hawkeye Sanitation, Harter’s, and Freeborn Co-op Oil Company (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring Emily Highum as Administration Accounting Technician at $24.80/hour effective April 1, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Authorized Attorney Corson to continue negotiations for a settlement agreement for the Amish Septic Case (Unanimous)
• Approved moving 2016 Ford Transit from Veterans Department to County Fleet (Unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2024, County Board Minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner Warrants (Unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss fuel bid results and a potential road name change for the Drinkall Property. The board will also consider a payment to resolve a program shortfall for Nexis Family Healing and progress on the Jail project.

• $17,894.11 payment to Nexis Family Healing
• Bid results for fuel
• Paybook #10 for the Jail project
• Road name change for Drinkall Property

The Board approved a 2024 fuel bid from Hovey Oil and a payment to Nexis Family Healing to resolve a program shortfall. Other actions included pre-approving a jail project payment and renaming a road for emergency response safety.

• Approved 2024 fuel bid from Hovey Oil
• Approved $17,894.11 payment to Nexis Family Healing (unanimous)
• Pre-approved Paybook #10 for the Jail project (unanimous)
• Approved renaming road at Drinkall Property (341st Avenue) to Farmer Road (unanimous)
• Approved February 27, 2024, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner Warrants (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss updates on the Jail Project and consider several infrastructure grants. The meeting also includes requests for a new 911 phone system and various personnel changes.

• Bridge replacement project agreement on CSAH 7 via MnDOT grant
• Approval of Vesta Next Generation 911 phone system using 911 funds
• Driveway widening access permit for County 22 in Harmony Township
• Purchase of CPR training equipment with MRC-STTRONG Grant
• Retirement and resignation of social workers

The Board approved several jail-related change orders and a grant for bridge replacement on CSAH 7. They also authorized a five-year contract with Motorola for 911 system upgrades and approved various public health and personnel actions.

• Approved 5-year Vesta Next Generation 911 phone system contract for $227,483.61 (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #3 for $294,969.03 due to code requirements (Unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #4 for microphones at $6,818.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved IEA bid for jail asbestos management for $2,375.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved Hanover Builder’s Risk Insurance for $22,880.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved MnDOT LBRP Grant Agreement for CSAH 7 bridge replacement for $124,503.63 (Unanimous)
• Approved CPR training equipment up to $5,000.00 via MRC-STTRONG Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved conference room upgrades from Marco totaling $25,538.08 (Unanimous)

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative and infrastructure items. Discussions include purchasing squad vehicles, road reconditioning on County Road No. 113, and hiring a replacement social worker.

• Surface reconditioning project on County Road No. 113 in Prosper (LOST 113P-1)
• Purchase of 3 squad vehicles from Dodge, Burncell, MN via state bid
• Equipment for 3 squad vehicles from EATI
• Grant application for the Public Land Survey System (PLSS) Monument Grant
• Hiring a replacement Social Worker effective March 18, 2024

The Board approved the purchase of three squad vehicles and related equipment using Public Safety funds. Other actions included authorizing grant applications for land surveying and terminating a vehicle purchase contract due to rising interest rates.

• Approved purchase of 3 squad vehicles from Dodge, Burnsville, MN for $120,586.00
• Approved $40,487.90 quote from EATI to equip 3 squad vehicles
• Terminated Enterprise Fleet Management vehicle purchases contract
• Approved applying for two PLSS Monument Grants of $300,000 each
• Approved hiring Caitlyn Rietmann as Social Worker at $30.56/hour
• Approved Resolution 2024-011 for the 2024 Absentee Ballot Board
• Approved advertising for surface reconditioning on County Road No. 113
• Approved temporary help in the Attorney’s office

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure items including state bridge bonding agreements and a bike trail access agreement. Other agenda items include a zoning ordinance amendment, hiring a new property appraiser, and various administrative requests.

• Resolution for Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance Section 610.04 amendment
• Access Agreement with MN DNR for bike trail on CSAH 44 & 30 right-of-way
• State Bridge Bonding agreements for CSAH 29, Rushford Village Bridge, CSAH 30, and CSAH 12
• Purchase of a Vermeer vacuum pump
• Hiring of a replacement Property Appraiser effective February 20, 2024

The Board approved several bridge replacement resolutions totaling over $1 million and a $303,951.25 contract for bridge work. Other key actions included investing $200,000 in a local CD and approving the hiring of a new Property Appraiser.

• Approved $303,951.25 low bid from Minnowa Construction, Inc. for Bridge Replacement SAP 023-607-005
• Approved Resolution 2024-007 for Bridge No. 9942 at $313,117.75
• Approved Resolution 2024-008 for Rushford Village Bridge Replacement at $279,796.50
• Approved Resolution 2024-009 for Bridge No. 9946 at $180,850.00
• Approved Resolution 2024-010 for Bridge No. 97336 at $102,752.00
• Approved $200,000 investment in a 7-month CD with First National Bank at 5.11%
• Approved hiring Stefan Holets as Property Appraiser at $26.18/hour
• Approved moving the Assessor position from Grade 15 to Grade 17

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a special session to consider several county hires and position transitions. The agenda also includes discussions regarding 2024 ambulance contracts and the final payment for a concrete overlay project.

• Final payment resolution for Concrete Overlay project on CSAH 25
• Approval of 2024 ambulance contracts
• Hiring of part-time Jailer Drew Copley
• Hiring of replacement Auditor/Treasurer Accounting Technician Rory Kramer
• Tobacco License approval for Goodies & Gas LLC in Wykoff

The Board approved a final payment for a concrete overlay project and authorized several new hires and personnel changes. The Board also approved ambulance contracts for seven cities and accepted the resignation of the County Assessor.

• Approved $158,517.09 final payment for CSAH 25 Concrete Overlay project (Resolution 2024-004)
• Approved hiring Drew Copley as part-time Jailer at $24.97/hour
• Approved hiring Rory Karmer as Accounting Technician at $24.80/hour
• Approved hiring Ashley Ostern as Case Aide at $24.80/hour
• Approved resignation of County Assessor Jason McCaslin and advertising for the position
• Approved transitioning Paralegal position to Accounting Technician position
• Approved $6,000 appropriation and 2024 Ambulance contracts for Harmony, Chatfield, Rushford, Preston, Lanesboro, Mabel, and Spring Valley
• Approved Tobacco License for Goodies & Gas LLC, Wykoff MN

Meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider several departmental requests, including new sheriff radios and hemp registration. The agenda also includes discussions on a bridge replacement project and the 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan.

• Purchase of Motorola Squad mobile and portable radios for the Sheriff's Office
• Hemp Registration request for Gurek Inc. Cenex Gas Station in Chatfield
• Bid results for the CSAH 29 bridge replacement project (SAP 023-629-011)
• Approval of the 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan
• Reimbursement discussion regarding Dodge – Olmsted Community Corrections

The Board approved a bridge replacement contract on CSAH 29 and the purchase of Motorola radios for the Sheriff's office. The 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan was approved, and a low-dose Hemp Registration was granted for Gurek, Inc.

• Approved $679,454.50 low bid from Minnowa Construction for CSAH 29 bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $338,157.08 purchase of 30 squad mobiles and 24 portable radios from Motorola (unanimous)
• Approved $13,080.00 for Ancom to remove old and install new radios (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year Solid Waste Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved low-dose Hemp Registration for Gurek, Inc. Cenex Gas Station in Chatfield, MN (unanimous)
• Approved $64,014.00 reimbursement from Dodge-Olmsted Community Correction to General Fund (unanimous)
• Approved January 2, 2024, and amended December 19, 2023, Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner Warrants (unanimous)

Meeting

The Fillmore County Board will discuss and vote on several items including property tax abatements, hemp registrations, contracts with various service providers, and hiring new staff members.

• Consider Property Tax Abatement Appeal for Parcel 19.0170.000
• Approve Hemp Registration for Granny’s Liquor, LLC
• Renew Low-Dose Hemp Retail registrations for 2024
• Amend Rural Home-Based Business ordinance and SSTS ordinance
• Hire new Social Workers and Dispatchers

The Board elected its 2024 leadership and approved the annual appropriations and fee schedule. The commission also authorized several social service contracts, new personnel hires, and a three-year labor contract with Local #49.

• Elected Duane Bakke as Chair and Marc Prestby as Vice-Chair (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Appropriations and 2024 Fee Schedule (Unanimous)
• Approved three-year contract (2024-2026) with Local #49 (Unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 Noxious Weed & Invasive Plant Grant for Japanese hops (Unanimous)
• Approved 2024 Low-Dose Hemp Retail registrations for four businesses (Unanimous)
• Approved Prosecutor Agreements with the Cities of Fountain, Mabel, and Canton (Unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 contribution to SEMCAC for Bluff Country HRA (Unanimous)
• Tabled annual resolution to dedicate tax forfeiture receipts to parks