McLeod County public meetings in 2022

2022

The McLeod County Board will consider approving a three-year, $513,587 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement to migrate to cloud-based Microsoft 365, along with related backup and migration services totaling $41,597. They will also vote on renewing several health and human services contracts, including a $60,000 three-year ACT team contract and a $15,000 outpatient mental health contract with Hutchinson Health. A public hearing on County Ditch 05 will continue, and the board will receive notification of a proposed tax increment financing district for an RD Machine facility expansion in Hutchinson.

• Three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with SHI for $513,587.40 ($171,195.80/year) to migrate to Microsoft 365 cloud licensing
• Contract renewal with Woodland Centers ACT Team for $60,000 over three years ($20,000/year) for mental health services
• Contract renewal with Hutchinson Health for outpatient mental health services at a cost not to exceed $15,000
• Notification of City of Hutchinson proposal to create Tax Increment Financing District No. 4-23 for a 21,000 sq. ft. RD Machine facility expansion
• Resolution 22-CB-48 approving MnDOT detour agreement for Trunk Highway 7 roundabout project, with up to $160,000 reimbursement

The Board approved the 2023 Final Property Tax Levy and Budget. They also set 2023 salaries for elected officials and commissioners, and approved several health and IT service contracts.

• Adopted 2023 Final Property Tax Levy and Budget at $27,334,294 (unanimous)
• Set 2023 Auditor-Treasurer salary at $112,000 (3-2)
• Set 2023 Sheriff salary at $132,000 (unanimous)
• Set 2023 County Attorney salary at $135,935 (unanimous)
• Set 2023 Commissioner salary at $38,000 (4-1)
• Approved $513,587.40 three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved cleaning of County Ditch 05 from Station 179+00 to 114+00 not to exceed $24,000 (unanimous)
• Ordered redetermination of benefitted acreage for County Ditch 05, not to exceed $4,000

2022

The McLeod County Board will hold a public hearing and consider approving a new Business Development Policy to meet state requirements for business subsidies and property tax abatements. The board will also vote on purchasing 10 body-worn cameras and a docking station for the jail at $38,609.42, and on adopting a resolution to apply for a $4,286.94 Help America Vote Act grant for election security. Additionally, the consent agenda includes approvals for several plats, conditional use permits, and service contract renewals.

• Public hearing and vote on proposed McLeod County Business Development Policy (meeting state subsidy/abatement laws)
• Purchase of 10 body-worn cameras, 1 docking station, and warranties from Axon Enterprise for $38,609.42 for the jail
• Resolution 22-CB-43 to apply for a $4,286.94 Help America Vote Act (HAVA) Phase 2 grant for election security improvements
• Approval of a 5-lot preliminary plat 'APR FIRST ADDITION' in Hutchinson Township, with conditions including a rezoning from Agricultural to Rural Residential
• Approval of a conditional use permit for a 36.4 kW solar array on agricultural land near Lake Mary, meeting DNR shoreline setbacks

The Board approved a new Business Development Policy following a public hearing. Other key actions included purchasing jail equipment, approving juvenile detention contracts, and authorizing a federal election grant.

• Approved McLeod County Business Development Policy (unanimous)
• Approved $38,609.42 purchase of 10 body-worn cameras and docking station (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-43 to apply for $4,286.94 HAVA Phase 2 grant (unanimous)
• Approved juvenile detention contract with Anoka County RJC at $295 per day (unanimous)
• Approved $42,759.00 quote for culvert material on County Ditch 13 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000.00 for fairgrounds barn and poultry building windows (unanimous)
• Approved $3,695.00 for fairgrounds kitchen fire suppression upgrade (unanimous)
• Appointed Ryan Hansch as Assistant County Attorney effective Dec 13, 2022 (unanimous)

Truth in Taxation

This is a public hearing to review the proposed 2023 budget and tax levy, seek public comment, and discuss. The meeting does not address individual property values or classifications, which were finalized earlier. The agenda includes presentations from the Assessor, Auditor-Treasurer, and Finance Director.

• Review of 2023 proposed budget and tax levy
• Public comments and discussion on the proposed budget and levy
• Presentation by Assessor on 2022 valuation for taxes payable in 2023

The board held a Truth in Taxation meeting to review the proposed 2023 budget and tax levy. The county proposed a 5.5% levy increase. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

2022

The McLeod County Board will hold a public hearing on the 2023 fee schedule and consider a conditional use permit for a new Immanuel Lutheran School day school. Other action items include approving a nursing room renovation, a right-of-way plat for a roundabout project, and several human services contract renewals.

• Public hearing on 2023 McLeod County Fee Schedule
• Conditional User Permit 22-14 for Immanuel Lutheran School day school at State Highway 7 and Walden Avenue
• Renovation of courthouse women's restroom into nursing room for $14,391.40
• Approval of Right of Way Plat No. 68 for roundabout at CSAH 115 and CSAH 25
• Purchase of 2023 Dodge 1500 truck for $54,509 from Jay Malone Motors

The Board approved the 2023 McLeod County Fee Schedule and a conditional use permit for a new day school at Immanuel Lutheran School. Other actions included approving several health and human services contract renewals and appointing the County Recorder and Medical Examiner.

• Approved 2023 McLeod County Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved $14,391.40 quote from SJM Construction LLC for Courthouse nursing and family restrooms (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year COBRA administrative services contract with iSolved HCM (unanimous)
• Approved Right of Way Plat No. 68 for CSAH 115 and CSAH 25 roundabout (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2023 Dodge 1500 truck for $54,509.00 with $6,000 trade-in (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-14 for Immanuel Lutheran School construction (4-1)
• Appointed Deborah Jensen as County Recorder for a four-year term (unanimous)
• Appointed Dr. Angelique Quinn Piper as Medical Examiner through 2026 (unanimous)

2022

The McLeod County Board will consider several consent agenda items, including a conditional use permit for a large accessory building and a rezoning for a semi repair business. The board will also vote on multiple allocations of American Rescue Plan Act funds, notably $2.7 million for fairgrounds and parks improvements, and $400,000 over four years to offset fair entrance gate revenue.

• Consider allocating $2,700,000 from ARPA for McLeod County Fairgrounds and Parks improvements
• Consider allocating $400,000 over four years to McLeod County Agricultural Association for fair gate revenue offset
• Consider rezoning 3.74 acres in Helen Township from Agriculture to Highway Business for a semi repair business
• Consider conditional use permit for 12,000 sq ft accessory building for boat storage and maintenance with up to 6 non-resident employees
• Consider approving $50,000 from CRF for Buffalo Creek Watershed clean water project on County Ditch 15

The Board approved several large allocations from the Coronavirus Relief Fund, including $2.7M for fairgrounds and parks. Other actions included approving boat storage permits and denying a residential lot split. The Board also approved a new part-time maintenance worker job description.

• Allocated $2,700,000 for McLeod County Fairgrounds and Parks improvements (Unanimous)
• Allocated $400,000 over four years to McLeod County Agricultural Association (Unanimous)
• Allocated $50,000 for Buffalo Creek Watershed clean water project on County Ditch 15 (Unanimous)
• Allocated $45,000 for County Ditch 11 wetland project in Winsted (Unanimous)
• Allocated $5,270.40 for ARMER radio equipment in Hutchinson and Silver Lake (Unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permits for Joel Mernik for boat storage in Winsted and Acoma Townships (Unanimous)
• Denied 2-lot sketch plan proposal for Jerry and Deb Busse in Lynn Township (Unanimous)
• Approved new job description for Part-Time Maintenance Worker, Grade 140 (Unanimous)

2022

The McLeod County Board will consider a consent agenda including a police services agreement with Stewart ($112,242), a conditional use permit for a second dwelling, and several sketch plans. They will also vote on a zoning ordinance amendment for accessory buildings, an amended AIS grant for Belle Lake treatment ($18,607), and a $101,510 storage system replacement. Personnel items include wage scale adjustments and health insurance contributions for 2023.

• Approve police services agreement with Stewart: 30 hrs/week at $71.95/hr, total $112,242
• Amend zoning ordinance to require conditional use permit for accessory buildings in certain districts
• Approve $18,607.28 amended AIS grant for Belle Lake Eurasian Watermilfoil treatment
• Approve $101,510.27 state contract for secondary storage system replacement
• Set 2023-2025 non-union wage scales with 2.5% annual increase and 3% annual wage adjustment

The McLeod County Board unanimously approved a zoning ordinance amendment requiring a conditional use permit for detached accessory buildings in certain front yards. They also approved an amended AIS grant for Belle Lake treatment, a new secondary storage system, and several personnel and budget items for 2023.

• Approved zoning amendment for accessory buildings in front yards (unanimous)
• Approved amended AIS grant of $18,607.28 for Belle Lake treatment (unanimous)
• Approved $101,510.27 for secondary storage system replacement (unanimous)
• Approved moving one full-time building maintenance worker to part-time (unanimous)
• Approved $65,000 2023 Wellbeing Budget (unanimous)
• Adopted updated 2022 Non-Union Wage Scale (unanimous)
• Set 2023-2025 Non-Union Wage Scales with 2.5% annual increase (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Medical Examiner Services agreement with Anoka County (unanimous)

2022

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several equipment purchases and service agreements. Key items include a new snow plow, courthouse HVAC controls, and police services for the City of Silver Lake. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding 2023 drainage assessments.

• Purchase of a 2024 Mack Tandem chassis and equipment for a total of $328,756.57
• Agreement with City of Silver Lake for police services totaling $187,077.90
• Quote from UHL to replace Courthouse HVAC building automation control system for $184,850.00
• Purchase of dispatch furniture from Russ Bassett Corporation for $79,937.85
• Public hearing to set 2023 Drainage Assessments and interest payable on loans

The McLeod County Board approved the purchase of a 2024 Mack tandem snow plow for $328,756.57, locking in current state contract prices before they expire. They also approved a $79,937.85 dispatch furniture purchase, a $184,850 HVAC control system replacement, and set 2023 drainage assessments totaling $980,614.91. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved purchase of 2024 Mack tandem snow plow for $328,756.57 (unanimous)
• Approved $79,937.85 dispatch furniture purchase from Russ Bassett Corp. (unanimous)
• Approved $184,850 HVAC control system replacement at courthouse (unanimous)
• Approved $8,700 Dew Drop Drill purchase for drainage seeding (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-CB-39 for Toward Zero Deaths grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-CB-38 setting 2023 drainage assessments totaling $980,614.91 (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Public Works Director to two conferences (unanimous)
• Approved interlocal contract for cooperative purchasing with H-GAC (unanimous)

2022

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing seven preliminary tax levy options ranging from a 1% to 7% increase. Additional discussions include a ditch services agreement, sheriff vehicle replacements, and the sale of county vehicles.

• Review of seven 2023 Preliminary Tax Levy options between $26,168,376.00 and $27,722,933.00
• Proposed $19,900.00 agreement with Houston Engineering, Inc. for County Ditch 12 services
• Proposed purchase of four vehicles for the Sheriff's Office totaling $158,189.00
• Sale of a 2017 Ford SUV to Glencoe Police Department for $7,000.00
• Notification of a $4,533.53 contribution from McLeod Treatment Programs

The board approved a 2023 preliminary tax levy of $27,334,294, a 5.5% increase over the 2022 levy of $25,909,283. The levy can be decreased but not increased when the final levy is adopted in December. The board also approved a $19,900 contract for County Ditch 12 services, authorized purchase of four new sheriff's vehicles for $158,189, and approved sale of old squad cars.

• Set 2023 preliminary tax levy at $27,334,294 (4-0)
• Approved $19,900 County Ditch 12 services agreement with Houston Engineering (4-0)
• Approved purchase of four 2023 Dodge vehicles for $158,189 from state bid (4-0)
• Approved auction sale of three 2018 Ford SUVs and one 2015 Dodge Charger (4-0)
• Approved sale of 2017 Ford SUV to Glencoe Police Department for $7,000 (4-0)
• Approved up to six months unpaid medical leave for a social worker (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including September 6 minutes and auditor's warrants (4-0)
• Proclaimed October 2-8 as 4-H Week and October as Manufacturing Month

2022

The Board of Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including software renewals and nursing contracts. Discussion includes an updated cremation/burial policy, a large assembly permit for a summer extravaganza, and the conversion of a county ditch into a joint drainage system.

• Renew QLess virtual line software for $11,340.00
• Renew Winscribe digital dictation software support for $5,143.14
• Update Cremation/Burial Policy with all-inclusive rate increase to $2,400.00
• Large assembly permit for Land Castle Summer Extravaganza in Winsted
• Conversion of County Ditch 11 to Joint Ditch JD 111 McW

The McLeod County Board approved an updated Cremation/Burial Policy, increasing the all-inclusive cremation rate from $2,040 to $2,400, transportation from $2.00 to $3.00 per mile, and the not-to-exceed miles from 150 to 200. They also approved a large assembly license for Land Castle Summer Extravaganza, a new joint ditch with Wright County, hiring an additional correctional officer, and several consent agenda items including software renewals and permits.

• Approved updated Cremation/Burial Policy with increased rates (unanimous)
• Approved large assembly license for Land Castle Summer Extravaganza, Sept 8-11 (unanimous)
• Approved Findings and Order for Joint Ditch 111 McLeod-Wright (unanimous)
• Approved hiring one additional full-time correctional officer (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including QLess software renewal ($11,340) and Winscribe support ($5,143.14)
• Approved gambling permits for Gopher Campfire Club and Brownton Rod & Gun Club
• Approved school nursing contract with New Discoveries Montessori Academy

2022

The Board of Commissioners will consider several items including a Citrix software renewal and employee hour adjustments. Public hearings are scheduled regarding various county ditches and land management processes.

• Renewal of Citrix Software Assurance and support for $17,716.17
• Decrease of one full-time Case Aide’s hours from 40 to 28 per week
• Public hearing regarding County Ditch 12A benefits and damages
• Public hearing regarding County Ditch 28 benefits and damages
• Reappointment of Kevin Miller to the High Island Watershed District Board

The McLeod County Board approved Findings and Order for Redetermination of Benefits and Damages for County Ditch 12A, with net benefits of $8,544,564.87 and damages of $120,021.90, and for County Ditch 28, with net benefits of $1,433,250.63 and damages of $58,325.90. Both include grass buffer strips effective May 1, 2023, and assessments at 3% interest over 10 or 15 years. The board also approved a decrease in a full-time Case Aide’s hours from 40 to 28 per week, to be re-evaluated in six months, and reappointed Kevin Miller to the High Island Watershed District Board for a three-year term.

• Approved Findings and Order for County Ditch 12A: net benefits $8,544,564.87, damages $120,021.90, grass buffer by May 1, 2023, assessment $185,132.15 for 10 years at 3% (4-0)
• Approved Findings and Order for County Ditch 28: net benefits $1,433,250.63, damages $58,325.90, grass buffer by May 1, 2023, permanent strip by Nov 1, 2023, assessment $96,712.42 for 15 years at 3% (4-0)
• Approved decrease of one full-time Case Aide’s hours from 40 to 28 per week, re-evaluated in six months (4-0)
• Reappointed Kevin Miller to High Island Watershed District Board for three-year term Sept 1, 2022 – Aug 31, 2025 (4-0)
• Approved Payroll Disbursement Policy for new payroll system internal controls (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including August 2 meeting minutes, July 29 and August 5 warrants, and Citrix Software Assurance renewal for $17,716.17 (4-0)

2022

The Board of Commissioners will review several conditional use permits for farming and mining, as well as plat approvals for new lots. The body is also deciding on security equipment for the county solid waste facility and agreements to serve as election recount officials.

• Conditional Use Permit 22-09 to increase beef animal units from 999 to 1,200 at Keenan Farms in Glencoe Township
• Conditional Use Permit 22-10 for 5 acres of gravel mining in Acoma Township with a $5,000 bond requirement
• Proposal for $11,689.00 to install cameras and card readers at the McLeod County Solid Waste Facility
• Application for a $62,000.00 grant for 31 body-worn cameras for the Sheriff's Office
• Approval of a 1-lot final plat for 'WEIBEL ESTATES' in Winsted Township

The board approved the consent agenda, including conditional use permits for a feedlot expansion and gravel mining, and several other items. It also approved contracts for election recount services, a new job description, and a concrete slab installation at the fairgrounds.

• Approved consent agenda (4-0), including CUP 22-09 for Keenan Farms feedlot expansion to 1,200 animal units
• Approved CUP 22-10 for Luedtke Construction gravel mining renewal with conditions (4-0)
• Approved $11,689 UHL camera and card reader installation at Solid Waste Facility (4-0)
• Approved SWIFT Contract No. 216188 for 2022 Primary Election recount services (4-0)
• Approved SWIFT Contract No. 216190 for 2022 General Election recount services (4-0)
• Approved Managed Care-Case Manager job description at Grade 160 (4-0)
• Approved $8,937 quote from Schauer and Sons for fairgrounds concrete slabs (4-0)

2022

The Board of Commissioners will review several funding requests including a $1,000,000 allocation for the Glencoe Highway Shop. Other items include potential contracts for right-of-way acquisition on Highways 25 and 115 and aquatic invasive species treatment for Belle Lake.

• Renew annual maintenance contract for ApplicationXtender, Workflow, and document scanners for $45,393.00
• Purchase of a CRMoto 500s ATV from Yamaha Motorsports Marine for $6,550.50
• Distribution of $9,835.36 in AIS Grant Funds for Belle Lake watermilfoil treatment
• Hiring Evergreen Land Services for right-of-way acquisition on Highways 25 and 115 (estimated $51,000.00 to $61,500.00)
• Allocation of up to $1,000,000.00 to the Glencoe Highway Shop project from the Coronavirus County Relief Fund

The McLeod County Board approved several items, including allocating up to $1,000,000 from the Coronavirus County Relief Fund to the Glencoe Highway Shop project. The board also adopted a resolution to retain legal counsel for mediation with the Minnesota Department of Human Services regarding health plan selections. All votes were 4-0, with Commissioner Schmalz absent.

• Approved consent agenda including $45,393 IT maintenance contract and Primadata tax notice services (4-0)
• Approved purchase of CRMoto 500s ATV for $6,550.50 from Yamaha Motorsports Marine (4-0)
• Approved $9,835.36 AIS grant distribution for Belle Lake Eurasian Watermilfoil treatment (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-37 to retain Lockridge Grindal Nauen for DHS mediation (4-0)
• Extended Attorney's Office temporary Technical Specialist II role through Dec 31, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved $7,627 ConvergeOne network infrastructure installation agreement (4-0)
• Hired Evergreen Land Services for right-of-way acquisition on CSAH 25/115 roundabout project (4-0)
• Allocated up to $1,000,000 to Glencoe Highway Shop project from CRF (4-0)

2022

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss public works projects, including a new highway maintenance facility and a fund exchange with Wabasha County. The board is also reviewing environmental service contracts and a six-lot sketch plan in Hutchinson Township.

• Proposed architectural and engineering agreement with Rice Companies Inc. for a 9,000-square-foot building, not to exceed $54,000
• Proposed $360,000 federal fund exchange with Wabasha County for the CSAH 115/25 Roundabout project
• Approval of a six-lot sketch plan (No. JP22-SP1) for 8.45 acres in Hutchinson Township
• Proposed $5,670 Minnesota Department of Health grant for COVID efforts at McLeod County Jail
• Administrative fine of $300 issued to Casey’s in Stewart for tobacco ordinance violation

The McLeod County Board unanimously authorized design and bid solicitation for a new highway maintenance vehicle storage facility in Glencoe, with costs not to exceed $1.8 million. The board also approved related contracts for architectural/engineering and construction management services with Rice Companies Inc., and authorized soil borings. Additionally, the board approved a $10,492.69 state grant for COVID efforts at the county jail and requested mediation with the Minnesota Department of Human Services over a managed care procurement decision.

• Authorized design and bid solicitation for new highway shop in Glencoe, up to $1.8M (unanimous)
• Approved agreement B133 with Rice Companies for architectural/engineering services, up to $54,000 (unanimous)
• Approved agreement A133 with Rice Companies for construction management services (unanimous)
• Authorized soil borings for highway shop, up to $20,000 (unanimous)
• Accepted $10,492.69 MDH grant for COVID efforts at county jail (unanimous)
• Requested mediation with DHS on MCO RFP procurement decision (unanimous)
• Approved two septic service contracts with Radtke Sewer Services and Kubasch Excavating, each up to $27,500 (unanimous)
• Approved MnDOT fund exchange agreement with Wabasha County for $360,000 (unanimous)

Board of Appeal and Equalization

The Board of Appeal and Equalization will meet to elect its leadership and hear appointments regarding specific property parcels. The board will also consider recommendations from the County Assessor.

• Appointment for Jeffrey Forcier (14.027.1600)
• Appointment for Michael Booth (11.006.0550)
• Appointment for James & Janet Koch (14.018.0275)
• Appointment for Jessica & Alexander Trout (23.455.0380)
• Cancelled appointment for Home Service LLC, Robert Hantge (23.228.0010)

The McLeod County Board of Appeal and Equalization met on June 21 and June 29, 2022, to hear property valuation appeals. The board approved numerous reductions in property valuations for the 2023 payable year, both as recommended by the County Assessor and in some cases at lower amounts requested by property owners. Several requests for further reductions were denied, and two appointments were rescheduled for property inspections.

• Approved Assessor's recommendation to reduce valuation on parcel 14.027.1600 to $656,200 (unanimous)
• Denied motion to reduce parcel 11.006.0550 to $748,300 (3-2); approved Assessor's recommendation of $760,300 (4-1)
• Reduced parcel 14.018.0275 to $750,000 (unanimous)
• Denied reduction of parcel 23.455.0380 to $350,000 (4-1); approved reduction to $361,700 (unanimous)
• Reduced parcel 01.060.0050 to $538,100 (4-1)
• Approved Assessor's recommendation on parcel 11.004.0100 to $397,500; later reduced to $381,000 (unanimous)
• Rescheduled appointments for parcels 11.020.1700 and 07.017.1000 to June 29 for property inspections
• Approved Assessor's recommendations on 15 parcels in the recommendations section (all unanimous)

2022

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the implementation of body-worn camera policies for the Sheriff’s Office. Additional items include a request for fencing at the Environmental Services Building and the establishment of a temporary Parks Planning Task Force.

• Public hearing on Sheriff's Office body-worn camera implementation and policies
• Grant agreement for $2,904.00 for the Boat and Water Safety Program
• Fence and gate quote from Century Fence Company not to exceed $17,595.00
• Resolution 22-CB-34 establishing a temporary Parks Planning Task Force Committee
• Resolution 22-CB-33 authorizing the appointment of election judges for the 2022 cycle

The McLeod County Board held a public hearing on the Sheriff's Office body-worn camera program, with no public speakers but two written comments in favor. The board approved a $17,595 fencing contract for the Environmental Services Building, established a temporary Parks Planning Task Force, and authorized the Auditor-Treasurer to appoint election judges. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved $17,595 fencing and gates contract for Environmental Services Building (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-34 establishing temporary Parks Planning Task Force (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-35 appointing members to Parks Planning Task Force (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-33 authorizing Auditor-Treasurer to appoint election judges (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioners Schmalz and Wright to County Canvassing Board (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including $2,904 boat and water safety grant (unanimous)

2022

The Board of Commissioners will consider approving the City of Glencoe's first comprehensive plan. The meeting also includes decisions on infrastructure contracts, solar site amendments, and healthcare provider approvals.

• Approval of City of Glencoe Comprehensive Plan
• Proposed $400,000 sale of Material Recycling Facility sort line equipment to Green Machine Sales LLC
• Request for 2023 Legacy Grant application for Dakota Rail Trail with a potential $170,000 match
• Change Order 01 for culvert changes on County Ditches 13 and 29 totaling $381,912.91
• Approval of PrimeWest Health and Blue Plus for managed health care services

The McLeod County Board approved Resolution 22-CB-31, selecting PrimeWest Health as the only managed care organization for Families and Children (F&C) Medicaid recipients, and PrimeWest Health and Blue Plus for MinnesotaCare recipients. The board also requested mediation with the Minnesota Department of Human Services over its denial of the county's single-plan recommendation for senior care programs. Several other actions were approved, including the City of Glencoe Comprehensive Plan, various public works contracts, and the sale of recycling equipment.

• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-31 approving PrimeWest Health as sole MCO for Families and Children (unanimous)
• Requested mediation with MN DHS over MCO procurement for senior programs (unanimous)
• Approved City of Glencoe Comprehensive Plan with removal of Items 15-17 on Page 46 (unanimous)
• Denied 2023 Legacy Grant application for Dakota Rail Trail next phase (unanimous)
• Denied CUP 21-21 amendment to reduce solar surety from $152,880 to $40/panel (3-2)
• Denied CUP 21-21 amendment to waive vegetative screening (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 sale of MRF sort line equipment to Green Machine Sales LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $37,236 for additional engineering on Highway 115/25 roundabout (unanimous)

2022

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will decide on several funding allocations, including Coronavirus Relief Funds and infrastructure contracts. The board is also considering a state of emergency declaration following heavy rains in May 2022.

• Proposed $500,000 tax abatement for a 51-room AmericInn Hotel in Glencoe
• Proposed $100,000 allocation to McLeod County Agricultural Association for free fair admission
• Proposed $500,000 allocation to McLeod County Housing and Redevelopment Authority for housing repairs
• Contract for 61 miles of highway edge line striping with Traffic Marking Services for $49,857.62
• Resolution 22-CB-26 to declare a state of emergency due to public infrastructure damages

The McLeod County Board denied a request to participate in a $500,000 tax abatement agreement with Ikwe Development for a proposed 51-room AmericInn Hotel in Glencoe, as commissioners preferred to wait for the Economic Development Committee's Business Development Policy. The Board also approved several funding allocations from the Coronavirus County Relief Fund, including $100,000 for free admission to the 2022 McLeod County Fair, up to $50,000 for the Adult Training and Habilitation Center, and up to $500,000 for the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Additionally, the Board declared a state of emergency due to heavy rains and severe weather on May 11-12, 2022.

• Denied $500,000 tax abatement participation for Glencoe hotel (unanimous)
• Approved $100,000 for free 2022 McLeod County Fair admission (unanimous)
• Approved up to $50,000 for ATHC facility repairs (unanimous)
• Approved up to $500,000 for HRA housing repairs (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-26 declaring state of emergency (unanimous)
• Awarded $49,857.62 highway edge line striping contract to Traffic Marking Services (unanimous)
• Approved $39,147.00 purchase of brush chipper from Tri-State Bobcat (unanimous)
• Appointed Debra Jensen as County Recorder effective June 4, 2022 (unanimous)

2022

The Board of Commissioners will decide on managed health care providers for seniors and people with disabilities. They are also reviewing several land plat requests, conditional use permits, and public works contracts.

• Proposed $49,138.09 automated workflow system for Accounts Payable from Information Systems Corporation
• Cooperative Construction Agreement with City of Glencoe for paved trails not to exceed $160,000
• Proposed $33,224.11 full-depth reclamation of County Road 72 (Diamond Avenue) by All States Pavement Recycling and Stabilization
• Conditional Use Permit for 'THE LEGACY BARN' event venue in Rich Valley Township
• Resolution to approve PrimeWest Health as the sole managed care organization for MSHO, MSC+, and SNBC services

The board approved a cooperative construction agreement with Glencoe for trail improvements, capping county costs at $160,000, but added a condition that a documented cost-sharing agreement be in place before future funding. It also approved several resolutions, including designating PrimeWest Health as the sole managed care provider for senior and disability programs, and accepted a quote for road reclamation. All actions passed unanimously.

• Approved $160K trail improvement agreement with Glencoe, contingent on future written cost-share (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-24 naming PrimeWest Health sole MSHO/MSC+ provider (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-25 naming PrimeWest Health sole SNBC provider (unanimous)
• Approved $49,138.09 automated workflow system for Accounts Payable (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-23 for VEGA-3 voting equipment grant application (unanimous)
• Approved six months unpaid parental leave for Child Protection Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved hiring temporary Paralegal June-Oct 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved full-depth reclamation of County Road 72, not to exceed $40,000 (unanimous)

2022

The McLeod County Board is deciding on several infrastructure projects, including a bridge replacement and vehicle purchases. The board will also consider election-related grants and the establishment of absentee ballot boards.

• Bridge replacement on 200th Street over South Fork of Crow River: $705,315.55
• Purchase of two 2023 GMC Sierra 2500 pickups: not-to-exceed $76,000.00
• Help America Vote Act (HAVA) grant application: $28,177.78
• CrowdStrike Endpoint Detection and Response program: $10,660.00
• Keystone Compensation Group service agreement: $12,500.00

2022

The Board of Commissioners will consider several items including countywide sealcoat and pavement marking projects, a new mining conditional use permit, and a resolution regarding commissioner districts. Additional discussions involve jail sprinkler head replacements and courthouse security camera installations.

• Countywide sealcoat and pavement marking project bid of $658,320.48
• Mining Conditional Use Permit for Duininck, Inc. in Acoma Township
• Distribution of up to $22,230.33 for Lake Marion Aquatic Invasive Species treatment
• Resolution 22-CB-18 regarding County Commissioner Districts and terms
• Summit Fire Protection Co. proposal to replace jail sprinkler heads for $3,935.00

The board adopted Resolution 22-CB-18, reestablishing the five county commissioner districts based on the 2020 Census, with Districts 2 and 5 up for election in 2022 and Districts 1, 3, and 4 in 2024. The board also approved a conditional use permit for Duininck's asphalt plant with modified hours (7 a.m.–4 p.m.) and a $658,320.48 sealcoat contract.

• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-18 reestablishing commissioner districts (5-0)
• Approved Duininck asphalt plant conditional use permit with 7 a.m.–4 p.m. hours (3-2)
• Awarded sealcoat and pavement marking projects to Asphalt Preservation Co. for $658,320.48 (5-0)
• Approved $42,625 in additional engineering services for Morningside Reconstruction (5-0)
• Approved $22,230.33 in AIS funds for Lake Marion weed treatment (5-0)
• Approved Winstock festival large assembly license and 3-day liquor permit (5-0)
• Approved five-year Axon body-worn camera and Taser contract for $294,423.96 (5-0)
• Dissolved the Ditch Advisory Committee (5-0)

2022

The Board is reviewing several equipment purchases including law enforcement vehicles and public safety radios. Other items include personnel grade changes, a mower purchase for Public Works, and a notice regarding upcoming redistricting plans.

• Purchase of three Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles for $147,968.00
• Purchase of a John Deere R240 rotary disc mower for $8,350.00
• Purchase of ARMER Radios from Motorola Solutions not to exceed $1,830,598.00
• Alpha Wireless radio programming costs of $13,250.00
• Grant contract with MN Dept of Public Safety for $24,378.00

The board unanimously approved purchasing ARMER radios for public safety agencies at a cost not-to-exceed $1,830,598 using ARPA funds, plus $13,250 for programming. They also approved agreements requiring receiving agencies to cover programming and installation costs. Other actions included approving revised squad vehicle purchases, a mower purchase, and several personnel grade changes.

• Approved $1,830,598 ARMER radio purchase from Motorola Solutions using ARPA funds (unanimous)
• Approved $13,250 Alpha Wireless programming quote for ARMER radios (unanimous)
• Approved agreements with public safety agencies for ARMER radio use (unanimous)
• Approved revised purchase of 4 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles for $147,968 (unanimous)
• Approved $8,350 John Deere rotary disc mower purchase with trade-in (unanimous)
• Approved Jail Administrator grade change from 190 to 200 (unanimous)
• Approved initial grades for summer workers and Sheriff's Posse (unanimous)
• Approved SWWC Wellness Program agreement for 2022 (unanimous)

2022

The Board will review several items including a network firewall upgrade, two community solar garden permits, and engineering contracts for bridge replacements. Additionally, the agenda includes various assessment agreements, a gravel mining permit renewal, and professional services ratifications.

• Network firewall upgrade quote from Fireverse for $150,534.18
• Conditional Use Permit 22-01 for gravel mining in Helen Township
• Solar garden permits for South Garden LLC and Crane Garden LLC in Winsted Township
• Bridge replacement design services from Stonebrooke Engineering up to $117,610.00 total
• Bridge replacement design services from Erickson Engineering up to $38,800.00

2022

The McLeod County Board is discussing the transition of the County Recorder's office to an appointed position. The board is also reviewing several infrastructure projects, including bridge replacements and a new cold storage building.

• Proposed Resolution 22-CB-14 to eliminate the elected County Recorder office and create an appointed one
• Award of Silver Lake Area Transportation Services Cold Storage Building to Ebert Construction for $297,700.00
• Purchase of Cellebrite digital evidence software and training for $10,065.00
• Temporary loan of $230,900.00 from the General Revenue Fund to the Ditch Fund
• Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative Grant for $14,911.00 with a 50% local match

The McLeod County Board unanimously adopted Resolution 22-CB-14, creating the Office of Appointed County Recorder and eliminating the elected office effective January 2, 2023, or earlier if vacant. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included preliminary plat approval, fire abatements, grant agreements, and licenses. Additionally, the board approved a $230,900 temporary loan from the General Revenue Fund to the Ditch Fund to cover negative balances.

• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-14, making the County Recorder an appointed position effective January 2, 2023.
• Approved the consent agenda, including preliminary plat 21-09 for Fox Garage Addition Two, fire abatements totaling $4,290, and grant agreements.
• Approved a $230,900 temporary loan from the General Revenue Fund to the Ditch Fund to cover negative balances.
• Approved a $10,065 purchase of Cellebrite software and training for the Sheriff's Office.
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-15, prioritizing bridge replacements and seeking state aid.
• Authorized bid letting for 2022 construction projects, including county, state aid, and state projects.
• Awarded the SLATS Cold Storage Building construction to Ebert Construction for $297,700.
• Authorized soliciting construction manager/architect services for a shop on the GATS property.

2022

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will review several public works contracts, including highway overlays and bridge engineering. The board is also considering cybersecurity services and the adoption of a multi-hazard mitigation plan.

• Concrete overlays on CSAH 1 from South County Line to 1,300 feet east of CSAH 22 awarded to Croell, Inc. for $7,447,744.74
• Purchase of a John Deere 5115M utility tractor from Midwest Machine Co. for $97,925.00
• Virtual Chief Information Security Officer services from Minnesota Security Consortium not to exceed $18,000.00
• Conditional Use Permit 21-27 for gravel mining by Randy’s Bobcat Services in Hassan Valley Township
• Additional design engineering services from Erickson Engineering for Bridge L9240 replacement for $8,200.00

The McLeod County Board approved a $7,447,744.74 contract for concrete overlays on CSAH 1, adopted the FEMA-approved All-Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approved several other items including a cybersecurity assessment, a new tractor purchase, and two parental leaves. All votes were unanimous.

• Awarded $7,447,744.74 concrete overlay contract to Croell, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-10 adopting the McLeod County All-Hazard Mitigation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved $18,000 vCISO services and security assessment with MNSEC (unanimous)
• Purchased John Deere 5115M tractor for $97,925 (unanimous)
• Authorized trade/sale of 2005 John Deere 5425 tractor for min $32,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $8,200 additional engineering services for Bridge L9240 (unanimous)
• Approved unpaid parental leave for one full-time and one part-time employee (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for US Highway 212 project (unanimous)

2022

The Board of Commissioners will consider an ordinance to regulate open burning and discuss whether the County Recorder should be an elected or appointed position. The body is also reviewing several facility maintenance contracts and committee appointments.

• Public hearing on an ordinance authorizing and regulating open burning
• Payment of $11,926.91 to Design Electric for TH 7 and CSAH 15 Intersection Lighting Project
• Proposal from AKO Electric, Inc. for $12,935.00 to replace lights at the Environmental Services building
• Agreement with Carver County Environmental Services for SSTS reviews at $60.00 per hour, not to exceed $2,500.00
• Approval of a revised 2-Lot Preliminary Plat No. 21-08 by David Broll

The board unanimously adopted an ordinance regulating open burning county-wide, replacing the written permit process with a call-in notification system to the Sheriff's Office. The board also approved a revised 2-lot preliminary plat, renewed a sewage treatment inspection agreement, and tabled a request to remove recycling receptacles in Glencoe. Additionally, the board adopted a notice of intent to consider changing the County Recorder position from elected to appointed.

• Adopted open burning ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved revised 2-Lot Preliminary Plat No. 21-08 'DWB ADDITION' (unanimous)
• Renewed Carver County SSTS inspection agreement, $60/hr up to $2,500 (unanimous)
• Approved $12,935 AKO Electric lighting replacement at Environmental Services building (unanimous)
• Tabled Glencoe recycling receptacle removal until on or before April 19, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-07 Commissioner Committee Appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-08 Staff Committee Appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-09 Citizen Committee Appointments (unanimous)

2022

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022 and set the year's meeting schedule. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding staffing, election grants, and official publications.

• Acceptance of a $146,836.10 donation from the estate of Lillian Marion Nemitz for the Sheriff's Office
• Application for the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) Grant for election security and accessibility
• Resolution 22-CB-04 to authorize Human Resources to fill replacement positions
• Appointment of Jeffrey Johnson as an alternate viewer for County Ditch 11
• Notification of a January 18, 2022 public hearing on an ordinance regulating open burning

The McLeod County Board held its organizational meeting, electing Commissioner Krueger as Board Chair and Commissioner Wright as Vice Chair for 2022. The board approved several resolutions, including authorizing the county to apply for a Help America Vote Act grant, accepting a $146,836.10 donation to the Sheriff's Office, and designating the McLeod County Chronicle as the official newspaper. All votes were unanimous (4-0) except where noted.

• Elected Krueger as 2022 Board Chair (4-0)
• Elected Wright as 2022 Board Vice Chair (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-01 designating county website as official publication for transportation projects (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-04 authorizing HR to fill replacement positions in 2022 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-06 authorizing application for 2022 HAVA grant (4-0)
• Appointed Jeffrey Johnson as alternate viewer for County Ditch 11 (4-0)
• Accepted $146,836.10 donation from estate of Lillian Marion Nemitz to Sheriff's Office (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 22-CB-02 designating McLeod County Chronicle as official newspaper for 2022 (unanimous)