McLeod County public meetings in 2020

2020

The Board of Commissioners is deciding on the establishment of a local Merit System of Personnel Administration and the acceptance of additional Coronavirus Relief Fund money. The body is also reviewing several highway equipment purchases and land use permits.

• Resolution 20-CB-44 to accept $709,749.09 in additional Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) funds
• Resolution 20-CB-43 to establish a County Merit System of Personnel Administration
• Purchase of two Mack Tandem chassis for $120,345.51 and $123,540.51, and two equipment packages for $239,438.00
• Payment of $81,801.21 to Knife River for rehabilitation on County State Aid Highway 8
• Conditional Use Permit 20-25 for a heated accessory structure in Acoma Township

The McLeod County Board unanimously adopted Resolution 20-CB-43, establishing the county's own Merit System of Personnel Administration effective January 1, 2021, ending participation in the state system. The board also accepted an additional $709,749.09 in CARES Act funds and extended the CRF committee through April 2021, and approved several contracts and equipment purchases.

• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-43 establishing county merit system (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-44 accepting $709,749.09 CARES Act funds (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two 2022 Mack Tandem chassis, not-to-exceed $280,000 (unanimous)
• Approved auction of two Sterling snow plows on MinnBid (unanimous)
• Approved two truck equipment packages from Towmaster for $239,438 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Hispanic Outreach Worker Contract with Carmen Patino at $34.88/hr (unanimous)
• Approved Crisis Program Joint Powers Agreement with Carver County for $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Winsted for CSAH 5 construction (unanimous)

2020

The Board of Commissioners will consider multiple service agreements for Semi-Independent Living and family support services. The meeting includes a continuation of public hearings regarding drainage benefit redeterminations and several conditional use permits for home and business operations.

• Conditional Use Permit 20-22 for Muddy Tails Salon dog grooming/daycare in Winsted Township
• Conditional Use Permit 20-23 for an indoor baseball hitting facility in Bergen Township
• KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training renewal for $9,207.00
• Agreement with Now Micro for System Center Configuration Manager support for $19,240.00
• Children’s Mental Health Respite Grant contract amendment for $62,409.00

2020

The Board of Commissioners will review several land use requests in Hutchinson Township and approve final payments for highway construction projects. The meeting also includes liquor and tobacco license renewals and a COVID-19 update.

• Rezoning 6.41 acres in Hutchinson Township from Agriculture to Fringe Commercial for J & A Investments of Hutchinson, LLC
• Approval of a 6-lot plat sketch plan for J & A Investments of Hutchinson LLC on 8.45 acres
• Final payment of $88,057.59 to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp. for sealcoat and pavement marking
• Proposed $155.00 per hour pay rate for emergency snow plowing services from townships and contractors
• Agreement amendment of $5,742.00 for Erickson Engineering for bridge replacement inspection on CSAH 11

Truth in Taxation

The county is holding a Truth in Taxation meeting to review the proposed 2021 budget and tax levy. Officials will present valuation adjustments and tax information to seek public comment and discussion.

• Review of 2021 proposed budget and tax levy
• Review of 2020 valuation adjustments for taxes payable in 2021
• Review of 2021 tax information

2020

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider final recommendations for the disbursement of Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) money. The proposed funds would support various businesses, non-profits, townships, and community resilience projects.

• Proposed disbursement of up to $347,274.66 in CARES Act CRF funds
• Grant recommendations for businesses including Moe Ventures, Inc. ($20,000.00) and Glencoe VFW Post 5102 ($20,000.00)
• Reimbursements for townships including Helen Township ($9,632.78) and Lynn Township ($7,837.02)
• Community Resilience grants including HOMES ($14,000.00)
• Closed meeting for a Condemnation Hearing Summary with County Attorney Michael Junge

The McLeod County Board unanimously approved the Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) Committee's final recommendation to disburse up to $347,274.66 to businesses, non-profits, townships, and community organizations, contingent on documented qualifying expenses. The board also set dates for an annual meeting with elected officials, a Truth in Taxation meeting, and a board workshop. A closed meeting was held regarding a condemnation hearing, with no action taken.

• Approved CRF disbursements up to $347,274.66 (unanimous)
• Scheduled annual meeting with elected officials for Dec. 1, 2020
• Scheduled Truth in Taxation meeting for Dec. 1, 2020
• Scheduled board workshop for Dec. 15, 2020
• Closed meeting held on condemnation; no action taken

2020

The Board of Commissioners will review a proposal to distribute up to $562,701.64 in Coronavirus Relief Funds to local businesses, non-profits, and municipalities. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the 2021 fee schedule and several zoning and land use requests.

• Proposed disbursement of up to $562,701.64 in CARES Act funds to various local entities
• Public hearing to consider the McLeod County Fee Schedule for 2021
• Rezoning of 10.20 acres in Winsted Township from Agricultural to Highway Business for mini-storage
• Children’s Mental Health Screening Grant Contract for 2021 totaling up to $52,277.00
• Adoption of the County Personnel Act as the county exits the Merit System

2020

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a series of grants for local businesses, non-profits, and municipalities via the Coronavirus Relief Fund. Other key agenda items include a policing contract for the City of Stewart and an economic development strategic plan update.

• Proposed disbursement of up to $496,186.10 in Coronavirus Relief Funds to various businesses and organizations
• Policing contract with the City of Stewart for 2021 ($124,217.60) and 2022 ($124,176.00)
• Proposed $50,000 contract with Ady Advantage for an Economic Development Strategic Plan update
• 2021 contract with Central Minnesota Jobs & Training Services, Inc. for $177,725.00
• Conditional Use Permit JP20-C7 for grading/filling at Lombardi Acres in Acoma Township

2020

The McLeod County Board is reviewing various contracts for the new Government Center and the Fairgrounds Horticulture Building. The body is also considering a list of Coronavirus Relief Fund disbursements for local businesses and non-profits.

• Proposed $286,502.00 for Fairgrounds Horticulture Building bathroom project
• Proposed $104,070.00 to Foster Mechanical for a courthouse chiller replacement
• Proposed $23,862.50 to Suddath Relocation Systems for office moves to the Government Center
• Proposed $490,000.00 transfer of State Aid Municipal construction funds to avoid a deduction
• Proposed disbursement of Coronavirus Relief Funds to various businesses, including $20,000 each to several entities

The McLeod County Board approved a round of Coronavirus Relief Fund disbursements totaling up to $848,531.33 for businesses, non-profits, schools, and local governments. The board also approved several construction and equipment contracts, including a $286,502 fairgrounds bathroom project and a $104,070 courthouse chiller replacement. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $848,531.33 in CRF disbursements to businesses, non-profits, schools, and townships (unanimous)
• Approved $286,502 Fairgrounds Horticulture Building bathroom project (unanimous)
• Awarded $104,070 contract to Foster Mechanical for courthouse chiller replacement (unanimous)
• Awarded $23,862.50 moving contract to Suddath Relocation Systems (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-36 setting 2021 drainage assessments totaling $1,650,039.29 (unanimous)
• Set 2021 drainage assessment interest rate at 3% (unanimous)
• Approved $28,118 purchase of 2021 Chevrolet Express Passenger Van for Sentence to Service (unanimous)
• Increased seasonal snow plow driver wage from $18.63 to $21.50 per hour (unanimous)

2020

The Board of Commissioners will review a series of grants for local businesses, schools, and community partners. Other key items include the potential closure of a training center and the purchase of police equipment.

• Proposed disbursement of up to $682,486.23 from the Coronavirus Relief Fund to various businesses, K-12 schools, and community partners
• Proposed permanent closure of Adult Training and Habilitation Center (ATHC)-Crossroads as of October 01, 2020
• Purchase of Police Department equipment from the City of Silver Lake for $28,500.00
• Demolition quote of $10,000.00 from Structural Specialties for bridge 839 (Old Koniska Bridge)
• Conditional Use Permit JP20-C6 for a second family dwelling at 16864 Jefferson Road South, Hutchinson

The McLeod County Board approved the Coronavirus Relief Fund Committee's recommendation to disburse up to $682,486.23 in CARES Act funds to local businesses, non-profits, schools, and community partners, pending documentation of qualifying expenses. The board also appointed Acting Sheriff Tim Langenfeld as the new County Sheriff, effective October 20, 2020, and approved the permanent closure of the ATHC-Crossroads adult training center. Several other contracts and purchases were approved, including a $28,500 equipment purchase from the City of Silver Lake and a $10,000 bridge demolition contract.

• Approved up to $682,486.23 in Coronavirus Relief Fund disbursements (unanimous)
• Appointed Tim Langenfeld as McLeod County Sheriff, effective Oct 20, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved permanent closure of ATHC-Crossroads as of Oct 1, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved $28,500 purchase of police equipment from City of Silver Lake (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 contract for demolition of Bridge 839 (unanimous)
• Approved $223,360 contract for Adult Mental Health Community Support Program (unanimous)
• Approved $2,720 contract for Children's Mental Health Clinical Supervision (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-35 requesting crosswalk at Hwy 22 & 6th St (unanimous)

2020

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2021 preliminary tax levy with options ranging from a 1% to 6% increase. The meeting includes decisions on a nearly $903,000 furniture contract for the Government Center and various infrastructure and COVID-19 relief disbursements.

• Furniture contract for McLeod County Government Center to iSpace Environments for $902,099.44
• 2021 Preliminary Tax Levy options ranging from $24,786,527.00 (1%) to $26,013,582.00 (6%)
• Coronavirus Relief Fund disbursements totaling up to $255,924.92 for businesses and schools
• Bituminous overlay project on CSAH 16 and CSAH 5 awarded to Duininck, Inc. for $489,954.35
• Purchase of a 2020 Ford Transit Connect Wagon for Veteran Services for up to $26,235.00

The McLeod County Board set the 2021 preliminary tax levy at $25,768,171.00, a 5% increase over the current levy, after reviewing six options ranging from 1% to 6%. The board also approved a $902,099.44 furniture contract for the new Government Center, a $489,954.35 bituminous overlay project, and authorized litigation against GreenForest Recycling Resources. Sheriff Scott Rehmann's resignation was accepted effective September 22, 2020, with the process to fill the position to be discussed at the next meeting.

• Approved 2021 Preliminary Tax Levy of $25,768,171.00 (5% increase) (unanimous)
• Awarded $902,099.44 furniture contract for Government Center to iSpace Environments (unanimous)
• Awarded $489,954.35 bituminous overlay project on CSAH 16 and CSAH 5 to Duininck, Inc. (unanimous)
• Authorized County Attorney to pursue litigation with GreenForest Recycling Resources (unanimous)
• Accepted Sheriff Scott Rehmann's resignation effective Sept. 22, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved $255,924.92 in Coronavirus Relief Fund disbursements to businesses, non-profits, and schools (unanimous)
• Approved $26,235.00 for a 2020 Ford Transit Connect Wagon for Veteran Services (unanimous)
• Reappointed Sue Schulz as County Assessor (3-2 vote)

2020

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review land use permits, contract renewals, and public works projects. The session includes updates on COVID-19 and the Government Center construction.

• Proposed $14,968 contract with Stonebrook Engineering for CSAH 115 and CSAH 25 intersection evaluation
• Proposed $15,000 contract with Contegrity Group Inc. for bathroom construction at the Fairgrounds Horticulture building
• Contract renewal with Central Minnesota Jobs & Training Service for SNAP Employment and Training up to $24,562
• Conditional Use Permit for boat storage expansion by Kenneth Schilling in Helen Township
• Proposed legal action against Marc and Denise Schrade for $2,585.85 regarding impounded dogs

The McLeod County Board approved a consent agenda including conditional use permits, sketch plans, and contracts. They hired Stonebrooke Engineering for an intersection evaluation of CSAH 115 and CSAH 25 for a not-to-exceed cost of $18,000, and Contegrity Group Inc. for construction management of fairgrounds bathrooms for an estimated $15,000. The board also authorized the County Attorney to file a claim against Marc and Denise Schrade for $2,585.85 in dog-related costs.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrants, fire abatement refund, two conditional use permits, two sketch plans, and two contracts (unanimous)
• Hired Stonebrooke Engineering for CSAH 115/CSAH 25 intersection evaluation, not to exceed $18,000 (unanimous)
• Hired Contegrity Group Inc. for fairgrounds bathroom construction management, estimated $15,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized County Attorney to file claim against Marc and Denise Schrade for $2,585.85 (unanimous)

2020

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on several infrastructure contracts, IT renewals, and public health agreements. The board will also discuss COVID-19 updates and law enforcement service options for the City of Silver Lake.

• Box culvert construction near Kale Avenue (CR 90) on County Ditch 40 for $103,552.00
• Law enforcement services for City of Silver Lake with options ranging from $124,217.60 to $217,380.80
• Website hosting renewal with Revize, LLC for $43,400.00 over four years
• Audio/Video cart for the Emergency Operations Center from Z Systems, Inc. for $9,046.16
• School nursing contracts with New Century Academy and New Discoveries Montessori Academy at $40.00/hour

The board unanimously approved the CARES Act CRF Committee Dollars Allocation Recommended Guidelines, which distribute $4,368,783 in county funds across categories including business/non-profit assistance, education, and community resilience. The board also approved several contracts, including an audio/video cart for the Emergency Operations Center, a website hosting renewal, and construction projects. A litigation item involving GreenForest Recycling Resources was tabled to the September 15, 2020 meeting.

• Approved CARES Act CRF fund allocation guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved $9,046.16 audio/video cart for EOC from Z Systems (unanimous)
• Approved $43,400 website hosting renewal with Revize, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $103,552 box culvert construction quote from Landwehr Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $8,313 tree/brush removal quote from Central Applicators (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including school nursing contracts (unanimous)
• Tabled litigation with GreenForest Recycling Resources to Sept. 15 meeting

2020

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will discuss several high-cost IT and infrastructure projects for the Government Center. The body is also deciding on road overlay projects and the acceptance of CARES Act Coronavirus Relief Funds.

• Network infrastructure for Government Center from Marco for $436,620.25
• Roof repairs at Fairgrounds buildings from Schwickert’s Tecta America for $67,468.00
• Paving County Ditch 32 culvert crossing on CSAH 15 at a not-to-exceed cost of $150,000.00
• Rezoning Lot 1 Block 1 T&D Properties in Collins Township from Agricultural to Highway Business
• Application for $21,899.53 Voting Elections Grant Agreement (VEGA-2)

2020

The McLeod County Board is reviewing several public works projects, including a bridge replacement in Acoma Township. The board will also discuss COVID-19 updates and the installation of automated breathalyzer kiosks at the jail and Hutchinson Police Department.

• Engineering services for Acoma Township bridge replacement (SAP 43-599-044) not to exceed $114,158.00
• Gravel application for CR 60 and CR 72 estimated at $50,000.00
• Scrub seal for CR 63 and CR 86 estimated at $23,648.05
• Removal of CR 72 (Diamond Avenue) at TCW railroad tracks estimated at $21,915.00
• CARES Act Grant Application for $26,596.10 with a $5,319.22 local match

2020

The Board of Commissioners will review several zoning permits, two collective bargaining agreements, and a request to support a 16-bed residential center for women. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a commercial outdoor recreation area and updates on COVID-19 and the Government Center construction.

• Estimated $149,305.00 for culvert rehabilitation at seven locations via Subsurface, Inc.
• Support for Integrations Wellness & Recovery Center, LLC to open a 16-bed residential center for women
• Renewal of annual maintenance with Information Systems Corporation for $44,124.00
• Rezoning of 1.46 acres in Helen Township from Agricultural to Highway Business for Fahey Equities
• Transfer of $21,389.67 to a Special Revenue Account for voting equipment and supplies

The McLeod County Board approved the consent agenda, which included conditional use permits, a rezoning application, a plat approval, and a $44,124.00 software maintenance contract. The board also approved a conditional use permit for a commercial outdoor recreation area after a public hearing, and adopted resolutions related to a joint drainage authority and voting equipment funds. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including Conditional Use Permit 20-13, 20-12, 20-11, Rezoning 20-01, Preliminary/Final Plat 20-03/20-02, and $44,124.00 software maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $73,248.59 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit JP20-C2 for commercial outdoor recreation area with 4 travel trailer units, with conditions (unanimous)
• Accepted McLeod County Grant Application for Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Funds (unanimous)
• Approved dispersal of AIS grant funds upon receipt (unanimous)
• Authorized Board Chair to sign letter supporting IWRC expansion to 16-bed residential center for women (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-28 ratifying joint drainage authority formation for JD 15 RSMc (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-29 transferring $21,389.67 for voting equipment and supplies (unanimous)

2020

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners is meeting to decide on several land-use permits, equipment purchases, and administrative resolutions. The body will also receive updates on COVID-19 and discuss the purchase of a high-speed election tabulator.

• Proposed $68,804.24 payment to Sibley Electric for Government Center UPS upgrades
• Proposed $58,800 purchase of an ES&S DS450 scanner and tabulator for elections
• Conditional Use Permit for South Glen Farm wedding/events venue in Helen Township
• Conditional Use Permits for gravel mining in Rich Valley and Glencoe Townships
• Resolution 20-CB-26 regarding COVID-19 Emergency Declaration Executive Orders

The board approved a not-to-exceed $68,804.24 payment to Sibley Electric for an uninterruptible power supply upgrade, adopted a resolution transferring tax ownership duties to the Recorder, and approved a new election scanner purchase. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved PR14 from Sibley Electric for UPS upgrade, not-to-exceed $68,804.24 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-27 transferring tax ownership maintenance to Recorder (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of DS450 scanner/tabulator from ES&S for $58,800 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including conditional use permits, easement, and equipment sale (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $133,165.97 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 20-10 for South Glen Farm wedding venue (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2014 Ford Utility Interceptor via Fahey Auctions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-26 regarding COVID-19 executive orders (unanimous)

2020

The Board of Commissioners will review several conditional use permits for mining, home occupations, and land use. Key discussions include a community solar project in Hale Township and the relocation of an animal shelter to Lynn Township.

• Conditional Use Permit for a .5-megawatt community solar garden array in Hale Township
• Conditional Use Permit for The Heart of Minnesota Animal Shelter at 21918 180th Street, Hutchinson
• Gravel mining permit for Craig Reiner in Acoma Township requiring a $35,000 bond
• Gravel mining renewal for Josh Kosek requiring a $5,000 bond
• ESRI ArcGIS software maintenance renewal quote for $10,504.00

The board denied a conditional use permit for a 0.5-megawatt community solar garden by US Solar Corporation on agricultural land in Hale Township, citing concerns for land values and prime agricultural soil. It approved a conditional use permit for the Heart of Minnesota Animal Shelter to relocate to 21918 180th Street, Hutchinson, with conditions including manure removal by August 1, 2020. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including multiple conditional use permits for gravel mining, home occupations, and a preliminary plat, as well as a $10,504 ESRI software renewal.

• Denied CUP 19-23 for US Solar Corporation's 0.5-megawatt solar garden (3-2 vote)
• Approved CUP for Heart of Minnesota Animal Shelter relocation (4-0, one abstention)
• Approved consent agenda including CUP 20-02 for Reiner Contracting gravel mining, CUP 20-04 for Neaton boat storage, CUP 20-04 for Foster boat repair, PP20-01 for Manderscheid preliminary plat, CUP 20-06 for Kosek gravel mining, and ESRI software renewal
• Approved payment of bills totaling $26,400.00
• Approved Change Order 1 for Morningside Reconstruction, reducing costs by $122,035.07
• Approved Change Order 2 for Morningside Reconstruction, changing surface to bituminous, reducing costs by $466,115.76
• Approved purchase of a 42-foot RWAY tri axle bottom dump trailer for $53,568.44
• Accepted GIS grant of $50,372.96 and adopted Resolution 20-CB-25

2020

The McLeod County Board is meeting to discuss COVID-19 updates and vote on several infrastructure contracts and service agreements. Key decisions include road paving, jail elevator upgrades, and medical examiner services.

• Construction project for CSAH 7 between US 212 and South Grade Road for $810,427.24
• Jail elevator and control system upgrades for $77,763.00
• Medical Examiner Services agreement with Anoka County for $88,368.00 for 2021
• CenturyLink phone service agreement for the Government Center for $17,778.30
• SmartNET annual maintenance for network infrastructure for $17,190.09

The McLeod County Board approved several contracts and projects, including a $810,427.24 highway construction project, a $77,763 jail elevator upgrade, and a $17,778.30 phone service agreement. The board also adopted a resolution to participate in One Watershed Planning and approved a policy allowing Fairgrounds events during COVID-19 if safety plans are approved. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $810,427.24 highway project on CSAH 7 to Duininck, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved $77,763 jail elevator upgrade (5-0)
• Approved $17,778.30 CenturyLink phone service agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-24 for One Watershed Planning (5-0)
• Approved Fairgrounds events during COVID-19 with approved safety plans (5-0)
• Approved $88,368 Medical Examiner Services agreement with Anoka County (5-0)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local 320 (5-0)
• Approved auction of two snowmobiles (5-0)

2020

The Board will review COVID-19 updates from various departments and discuss several infrastructure and maintenance items. Proposed actions include funding for government center repairs, road project grants, and bridge testing.

• Approval of $9,855.00 software upgrade for Lenel S2 card access system
• Approval of $9,890.70 VMware software maintenance agreement
• Bid from Sunrise Specialty Contracting, Inc. for $19,500.00 in exterior silicone recaulking at the Government Center
• Purchase of perennials from Holasek’s Garden Center for $1,794.50
• Hiring Braun Intertec for $12,207.00 for bridge replacement testing on CSAH 11

2020

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss the impacts of COVID-19 on property taxes. The board will consider approving property tax relief to delay or reduce penalties for non-escrowed taxes due May 15, 2020.

• Consideration of property tax relief to delay or reduce penalties for non-escrowed taxes due May 15, 2020

2020

The McLeod County Board is discussing COVID-19 updates and a resolution to end the state's stay-at-home order. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and jail service amendments.

• Concurrence of $1,663,170.34 award to Wm. Mueller & Sons for McLeod Avenue project in Winsted
• Proposed $240,000 contract with SEH for construction engineering on Morningside Project in Glencoe
• Amendment to Advanced Correctional Healthcare contract for mental health hours at a monthly cost of $5,007.67
• Resolution 20-CB-22 requesting an end to the Governor's stay-at-home order by May 04, 2020
• Renewal of Safe Assure Consultants agreement for $4,058.25

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 20-CB-22, requesting that Minnesota Governor Timothy Walz end the Stay-at-Home order on May 4, 2020. The board also approved several contracts, including an amendment to increase jail mental health worker hours and a construction engineering agreement for the Morningside Project. A special meeting was scheduled for April 28 to discuss property tax penalty abatement.

• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-22 requesting end to Stay-at-Home order on May 4 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to jail mental health contract, increasing hours from 6 to 10 per week, effective July 1, at $5,007.67/month (unanimous)
• Concurred with City of Winsted's award of SAP 043-594-002 to Wm. Mueller & Sons for $1,663,170.34 (unanimous)
• Hired SEH for construction engineering on Morningside Project, estimated fee $240,000 (unanimous)
• Set special meeting for April 28 at 1:30 p.m. to discuss property tax penalty abatement (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including renewal of safety services agreement for $4,058.25 (unanimous)
• Established additional $300 cash drawer in Auditor-Treasurer's Office (unanimous)
• Established $200 cash drawer in Finance Department (unanimous)

2020

The Board is deciding on several high-value road and bridge construction contracts and a variety of personnel reclassifications. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 update and a proposal to transfer tax certification duties to the County Recorder to facilitate eRecording.

• Proposed construction awards including a $5,025,687.09 project for Morningside and a $1,506,262.61 project for CSAH 19
• Proposed rejection of a $419,796.00 bid for the Fairgrounds Commercial and Horticulture Building project
• Proposed $18,928.55 contract with Braun Intertec for pavement testing on multiple County State Aid Highways
• Proposed $10,000 tile repair at 1805 Ford Avenue, Glencoe
• Proposed addition of three full-time Social Worker positions and one full-time Case Aide position

2020

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on COVID-19 from Health and Human Services, Emergency Management, and the County Administrator. The meeting includes consideration of a Families First Coronavirus Response Act policy and several law enforcement labor agreements. A workshop regarding road projects and staffing is also scheduled.

• COVID-19 updates from Health and Human Services, Emergency Management, and County Administrator
• Adoption of the McLeod County Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Policy
• MOA with Law Enforcement Labor Services – Licensed Sergeants
• MOA with Law Enforcement Labor Services – Non-Licensed Sergeants
• MOA with Minnesota Public Employees Association (MNPEA) – Licensed Deputies and Communications/Corrections Officers

The board unanimously adopted the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) policy and approved four memoranda of agreement with labor unions for sergeants, deputies, and communications/corrections officers. No confirmed COVID-19 cases were reported in the county at the time, but officials warned of potential significant impact. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no other substantive decisions.

• Adopted FFCRA policy (unanimous)
• Approved MOA with LELS Licensed Sergeants (unanimous)
• Approved MOA with LELS Non-Licensed Sergeants (unanimous)
• Approved MOA with MNPEA Licensed Deputies (unanimous)
• Approved MOA with MNPEA Communications and Corrections Officers (unanimous)

2020

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a formal declaration of emergency for McLeod County. The meeting also includes an update and discussion regarding the COVID-19 situation.

• Resolution 20-CB-18: Declaration of Emergency in McLeod County
• COVID-19 update and discussion

The McLeod County Board unanimously adopted Resolution 20-CB-18, consenting to the continuation of the local emergency declared by the Chair on March 18, 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution delegates emergency powers to the County Administrator and suspends county ordinances that might hinder the COVID-19 response. The board also approved the revised agenda and recessed until March 31, 2020.

• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-18, consenting to continued local emergency (unanimous)
• Delegated emergency powers to County Administrator for duration of emergency (unanimous)
• Suspended county ordinances that may inhibit COVID-19 response (unanimous)
• Approved revised agenda adding special meeting notification (unanimous)
• Recessed meeting until March 31, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)

2020

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several conditional use permits, including a community solar garden and gravel mining operations. The meeting also includes votes on vehicle purchases, personnel changes, and a grant for children's mental health respite care.

• Conditional Use Permit for a .5-megawatt community solar garden in Hale Township
• Conditional Use Permit for gravel mining in Hassan Valley Township with a $6,000 bond
• Purchase of a 2020 Dodge Ram Special Service Vehicle for $26,583.00
• Children’s Mental Health Respite Care grant contract for $66,687.00
• Contract with Woodland Centers for Tri Star ACT team acquisition for $30,000.00

The McLeod County Board approved a conditional use permit for Randy's Bobcat Service for gravel mining in Hassan Valley Township, and tabled a solar garden proposal by US Solar Corporation until May 5, 2020. The board also approved several contracts, personnel changes, and equipment purchases, and adopted a COVID-19 paid leave policy.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit 20-01 for gravel mining by Randy's Bobcat Service (unanimous)
• Tabled Conditional Use Permit 19-23 for US Solar Corporation's solar garden until May 5, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved $66,687 Children's Mental Health Respite Care grant contract (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 contract with Woodland Centers for TriStar ACT team acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved $26,583 purchase of 2020 Dodge Ram SSV Truck for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved $8,500 purchase of two John Deere mowers with trade-ins for Parks (unanimous)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with Teamsters Local No. 320 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-17 appointing Anna Gusaas as permanent Assistant County Attorney (unanimous)

2020

The Board of Commissioners will review several consent items, including a conditional use permit for gravel mining and a food service contract amendment. The meeting also includes a construction update on the Government Center and discussions regarding board appointments.

• Conditional Use Permit 20-01 for Randy’s Bobcat Service gravel mining in Hassan Valley Township
• Amendment #9 with Summit Food Service for jail meals at $277.88 per day and $1.31 per meal
• Agreement with Acoma Township for replacement of bridge L9240 on 200th Street
• Three-day temporary on-sale liquor license for Winstock Country Music Festival
• Tax Court Settlement for Miller Manufacturing

The McLeod County Board approved a tax court settlement for Miller Manufacturing, reducing assessed values for seven parcels for payable years 2018-2020. The board also tabled a conditional use permit for gravel mining by Randy's Bobcat Service until March 17, 2020, pending an easement approval. Other actions included purchasing a cargo van, revising committee appointments, and approving a closed session.

• Approved tax court settlement for Miller Manufacturing, reducing assessments for payable 2018-2020 (unanimous)
• Tabled Conditional Use Permit 20-01 for gravel mining until March 17, 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2020 Chevy Express Cargo Van for $23,593.60 (unanimous)
• Revised Resolution 20-CB-06 appointing commissioners to AMC committees (unanimous)
• Revised Resolution 20-CB-08 appointing Matt Beilke to HRA Board (unanimous)
• Approved closed meeting on March 17, 2020 to discuss real property purchase (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including bridge agreement, jail food service amendment, and liquor license (unanimous)

2020

The McLeod County Board is deciding on several infrastructure contracts, IT upgrades, and financial transfers. Key discussions include a railroad crossing agreement in Glencoe and the dissolution of two county committees.

• Construction and Maintenance Agreement with Twin Cities & Western Railroad Company not to exceed $1,293,001.00
• Additional $74,010.00 for SEH engineering services for CSAH 15 Morningside
• Purchase of PaperCut software for 15 Ricoh copiers for $14,995.00
• Temporary loan of $473,900.00 from General Revenue Fund to the Ditch Fund
• Resolutions to dissolve the Trails Committee and the Environmental Services Advisory Committee

2020

The McLeod County Board is reviewing several high-cost infrastructure and public works projects, including a 5-year highway and bridge construction plan. The body is also deciding on digital preservation of vital records and the purchase of new heavy equipment.

• Construction and Maintenance Agreement with Twin Cities & Western Railroad Company not to exceed $1,293,001.00
• Purchase of a Caterpillar Motorgrader model 140 for $338,868.00
• Digital preservation of vital records via ArcaSearch for $89,715.00
• Hiring SRF Consulting Group for Northeast Ring Road Alternatives Study Phase II up to $59,005.00
• Annual 2019 Emergency Management Performance Grant Agreement for $24,457.00

The board approved a $89,715 contract with ArcaSearch to digitize vital records and add them to the county research site. It also approved the 2020-2024 Highway and Bridge construction plan, authorized bid lettings for seven 2020 projects, and approved several equipment purchases and sales. Two items related to the CSAH 15 Morningside project were tabled until February 18, 2020.

• Approved $89,715 ArcaSearch digital preservation of vital records (unanimous)
• Approved 2020-2024 Highway and Bridge construction plan (unanimous)
• Authorized bid lettings for 7 projects including CSAH 19 rehab and CSAH 11 bridge replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $338,868 Caterpillar Motorgrader purchase, contingent on trade/sale of used grader (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 2007 Caterpillar 12H Motorgrader on MinnBid, min $53,000 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 1976 Caterpillar 950 loader on MinnBid, min $20,000 (unanimous)
• Tabled $1,293,001 railroad C&M Agreement for CSAH 15 until Feb 18 (4-1)
• Tabled $74,010 SEH engineering services revision until Feb 18 (unanimous)

2020

The Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on a 5-year contract for a stolen property database and two tax court settlement offers. The body will also consider appointments for ditch viewing teams and a watershed boundary petition.

• Agreement with BWI for Regional Property Information Database (RAPID) system: $1,000 yearly for 5 years ($5,000 total)
• Tax court settlement offers for Best Buy (23.486.0010) and Mahogany Bay (17.050.18.20)
• Resolution 20-CB-01 for Minnesota Secretary of State Elections Voting Equipment Grant application
• Appointment of Joe Jacobs to viewing teams for County Ditches 08, 10, 35, 36, and 37
• Resolution 20-CB-12 regarding a boundary petition to move 120 acres to Buffalo Creek Watershed District

2020

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2020 and set the year's meeting schedule. The body will also consider several drainage agreements and a watershed management plan.

• Services Agreement with Houston Engineering, Inc. for CD 63 Historic Review and Repair Report estimated at $45,500.00
• Quote with Reinert Logging for CD 63 tree and brush removal estimated at $16,198.00
• Services Agreement with Houston Engineering, Inc. for CD 64 Culvert Sizing estimated at $11,000.00
• Memorandum of Agreement for the Lower Minnesota River West One Watershed One Plan
• Employment contract for Duane Radtke as temporary Sentence-to-Serve Crew Leader Trainer at $25.00 per hour

The McLeod County Board held its organizational meeting, re-electing Joe Nagel as Board Chair and Doug Krueger as Vice Chair. The board approved several contracts, including a $48,500 services agreement with Houston Engineering for CD 63, a $16,198 tree removal quote with Reinert Logging, and a $11,000 culvert sizing agreement for CD 64. It also approved a memorandum of agreement to participate in the Lower Minnesota River West One Watershed One Plan, adopted resolutions designating the official newspaper and website for publications, and set the 2020 meeting schedule.

• Re-elected Joe Nagel as Board Chair for 2020 (unanimous)
• Re-elected Doug Krueger as Vice Chair for 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved $48,500 services agreement with Houston Engineering for CD 63 Historic Review and Repair Report (unanimous)
• Approved $16,198 quote with Reinert Logging for tree and brush removal on CD 63 (unanimous)
• Approved $11,000 services agreement with Houston Engineering for CD 64 Culvert Sizing (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum of agreement for Lower Minnesota River West One Watershed One Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 20-CB-03 designating McLeod County Chronicle as official newspaper for 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 County Board meeting dates including evening meetings (unanimous)