McLeod County public meetings in 2024

2024

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the 2025 fee schedule and contract acceptances for County Ditches 13 and 29. The meeting includes decisions on several personnel additions, union wage agreements, and a conditional use permit for a feedlot expansion in Hassan Valley Township.

• Proposed expansion of feedlot at 18503 Nickel Avenue from 2,540 to 3,520 animal units
• Purchase of a John Deere 5120M Utility Tractor for $100,074.44
• Approval of the 2025 McLeod County Fee Schedule
• Contract for Donna Engelen ($8,955.00) and Tari Niemeyer/Nest LLC ($25,330.00) for family support services
• Building automation control upgrades from NAC for $9,909.00

The Board accepted the completed construction contract for County Ditch 13 and approved the associated assessments. Additionally, the Board delegated contract signing authority to the Health & Human Services Director and approved two family support service contracts.

• Approved CD 13 Findings and Order Accepting the Contract (unanimous)
• Approved CD 13 assessment of $311,584.00 for 15 years at 4% (unanimous)
• Delegated authority to Health & Human Services Director to sign DHS grant contracts effective Jan 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $8,955.00 contract for Donna Engelen for family support services (unanimous)
• Approved $25,330.00 contract for Tari Niemeyer, Nest LLC for family support services (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including tobacco and liquor licenses for multiple businesses (unanimous)

2024

The McLeod County Board will consider several contract approvals, including a $271,238.40 five-year contract for Axon Fleet in-squad cameras to replace aging Watchguard cameras, funded by Public Safety Aid. Also up for vote is the sale of retiring K-9 Kilo to his handler for $1.00. Other items include lease renewals, mental health supervision contracts, employee health insurance MOAs, and change orders for the Glencoe Area Transportation Services project. The meeting includes a presentation on the 2024 McLeod County Fair.

• Approve $271,238.40 Axon Fleet in-squad camera contract (5 years)
• Approve sale of K-9 Kilo to Sgt. Stiles for $1.00
• Renew 4-H commercial kitchen lease with Joanie's Catering LLC at $1,325/month (increase from $1,250)
• Approve contract renewals for mental health clinical supervision at $177/hr (adult) and $153/hr (children)
• Approve two change orders for Glencoe Area Transportation Services project, reducing cost by $24,240.42

The Board approved a five-year contract for Axon Fleet in-squad cameras to replace aging equipment. Several health and human services contracts were renewed, and the Board approved new employee grade assignments. The Board also authorized the sale of a retiring K-9 to its handler for $1.00.

• Approved $271,238.40 five-year contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for in-squad cameras (unanimous)
• Approved sale of K-9 Kilo to Sergeant Brian Stiles for $1.00 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 4-H commercial kitchen lease with Joanie's Catering LLC at $1,325.00 per month (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal for Richard Decker for Adult Mental Health Clinical Supervision up to $10,700.00 (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal for Ashley Hubbell for Children’s Mental Health Clinical Supervision up to $9,200.00 (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal with Painted Horse Ranch, LLC for supervised visitation at $50.00 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Temp Social Work, Inc. for licensed social workers at $56.00-$62.00 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved new and updated employee grade assignments recommended by the Evaluation Committee (unanimous)

Truth in Taxation

This December 5, 2024 Truth in Taxation meeting is a public hearing for the County's 2025 proposed tax levy, rate, and budget. The Assessor will review 2024 property valuations, and the Auditor-Treasurer and Finance Director will present the 2025 proposed tax levy and budget. The meeting is not for discussing individual parcel data, which was finalized earlier. Public comments are invited at three separate points during the meeting.

• Review of 2024 property valuations for taxes payable in 2025
• Presentation of 2025 proposed tax levy and rate
• Presentation of 2025 proposed budget
• Three separate public comment periods
• Specific parcel data excluded from discussion

The board met to review the 2024 valuation, the proposed 2025 tax levy and rate, and the proposed 2025 budget. No public comments were recorded. No votes were taken on the proposed budget or tax levy during this meeting.

• Approved the agenda and a three-minute time limit for public comments (unanimous)

2024

The McLeod County Board will consider approving a joint powers agreement with Hennepin County to board up to seven inmates at the McLeod County Jail on an as-needed basis at $60 per day. Two public hearings are scheduled: one on changes to the county's cannabis ordinance and another on planning and zoning ordinance amendments. The consent agenda includes renewal of several service contracts for semi-independent living and support services.

• Consider joint powers agreement with Hennepin County for housing up to seven inmates in McLeod County Jail at $60 per day
• Public hearing on adopting changes to cannabis and cannabis-derived products ordinance for public places
• Public hearing on adopting changes to planning and zoning ordinances
• Approve $29,801.84 estimate from Schaefer Well Company to seal old well and construct new well at Lake Marion Park
• Renew purchase of service agreements for Semi-Independent Living Services with Aveyron Homes, Diversified Lifestyles II, EON, and REM South Central Services at $14.38 per 15 minutes

The Board approved a joint powers agreement to house up to seven Hennepin County inmates as needed at a rate based on the county fee schedule. The Board also authorized a $950,000 transfer of excess municipal funds and approved a new well project at Lake Marion Park. A public hearing was held regarding cannabis ordinance changes, though no final decision on business limits was recorded.

• Approved joint powers agreement with Hennepin County for inmate boarding (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-31 to transfer $950,000.00 in excess municipal funds to regular funds (unanimous)
• Approved $29,801.84 estimate from Schaefer Well Company for Lake Marion Park well project (unanimous)
• Approved renewing SILS agreements with Aveyron Homes, Inc., Diversified Lifestyles II, Inc., EON, Inc., and REM South Central Services, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $3,400.00 contract renewal with TriMin Systems Inc. for ACS and SWS support (unanimous)
• Approved renewing Supported Employment Services contract with West Central Industries, Inc. (unanimous)
• Postponed annual review of County Administrator Sheila Murphy to December 17, 2024

2024

The McLeod County Board will vote on consent agenda items including contract renewals, liquor licenses, and gambling permits, and discuss a cannabis ordinance draft update. Notable actions include approving an $83,270 electrical upgrade at Piepenburg Park campground using ARPA funds, authorizing a letter verifying waste tonnage for Spruce Ridge, and approving out-of-state travel for a veterans service officer with no cost to the county. A closed meeting will address real estate at Piepenburg Park and an insurance matter.

• Approve $83,270 electrical upgrade at Piepenburg Park campground using ARPA funds
• Approve $84,838.84 in additional Microsoft licensing, bringing total to $256,034.64
• Consider cannabis draft ordinance update (discussion only)
• Award County Project for gravel crushing and stockpile (bid to be discussed)
• Approve increase in ARMER equipment maintenance contract to $3,232/month

The Board of Commissioners approved several public works projects, including a gravel crushing contract and electrical upgrades for Piepenburg Park Campground. They also authorized a Hispanic Outreach Worker contract and various temporary liquor and gambling permits for the Gopher Campfire Club.

• Approved $263,509.25 gravel crushing and stockpile contract to Reiner Contracting Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $83,270.00 for Piepenburg Park Campground electrical upgrades via Design Electric Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $3,232.00 monthly maintenance agreement with Alpha Wireless for ARMER and Paging equipment (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Hispanic Outreach Worker contract with Carmen Patino at $38.13 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved multiple temporary liquor and gambling permits for Gopher Campfire Club (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Chad Bandas for snow plowing on CSAH 103 in Biscay at $80.00 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved final payments of $2,434.11 to KAMCO Incorporated and $38,585.45 to Ti-Zack Concrete, Inc (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000.00 for additional engineering services from Stonebrooke Engineering for CSAH 115/CSAH 25 Roundabout (unanimous)

2024

The Board of Commissioners will discuss adding new positions to the Health and Human Services and Attorney's offices. The meeting includes a public hearing on 2025 drainage assessments and the formation of joint drainage authorities with Carver County.

• Proposed addition of one Health and Human Services Assessor and one Assistant County Attorney
• Public hearing to set 2025 Drainage Assessments
• Proposed $100,000 two-year grant from the Minnesota Department of Human Services for disability employment services
• Proposed $13,449 contract with UHL Company for a door access system at the new Fairgrounds building
• Multiple change orders for the County State Aid Highway 115/25 Roundabout project

The Board approved the formation of joint county drainage authority boards for Carver County Ditch 5 and Ditch 7. The Board also updated two job descriptions within Health and Human Services but denied a request to add a new assessor position.

• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-25 to form Joint Drainage Authority for Carver County CD 5 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-26 to form Joint Drainage Authority for Carver County CD 7 (4-0)
• Denied adding one Health and Human Services Assessor position (2-2)
• Motion to add one Assistant County Attorney died for lack of a second
• Approved assigning Health and Human Services Office Support Supervisor a Grade 190 (4-0)
• Approved assigning Health and Human Services Finance and Grant Technician a Grade 140 (4-0)
• Approved 2023 Highway Division Annual Report (4-0)
• Approved $8,972.21 payment to Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC for State Project 043-070-018 (4-0)

2024

The McLeod County Board will consider a cooperative agreement with the Minnesota DNR for upgrades and reconstruction of the Lake Marion Public Water Access, with the DNR providing $425,000 in funding. Other items include approving the purchase of four 2024 Dodge Durangos for $176,088, a lease agreement with Superior Transportation for bus parking at the Fairgrounds, and a service contract with Woodland Centers for crisis stabilization services. The board will also receive an annual 4-H program report and issue proclamations for Manufacturing Month and Cybersecurity Awareness Month.

• Purchase of four 2024 Dodge Durangos for $176,088 from state bid (Sheriff's Office)
• Final acceptance and payment of $187,191.19 to Croell, Inc. for Highway 115 concrete overlay
• Lease agreement with Superior Transportation LLC for bus parking at Fairgrounds east lot (60 days)
• Cooperative agreement with DNR for Lake Marion Public Water Access upgrades, including $425,000 DNR funding
• Service contract with Woodland Centers for adult ($505/day) and youth ($700/day) crisis stabilization services for 2025

The Board approved the purchase of four 2025 Dodge Durangos and the auction of five older police vehicles. Other key actions included approving road project payments and a cooperative agreement with the DNR for Lake Marion water access.

• Approved purchase of four 2025 Dodge Durangos for $176,088.00 (unanimous)
• Approved auction of two 2019 and two 2020 Dodge Durangos (unanimous)
• Approved auction of a 1997 Ford Command vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved $39,000.00 payment to e2 Electrical Services for Fairgrounds projects (unanimous)
• Approved $187,191.19 payment to Croell, Inc for Highway 115 Concrete Overlay (unanimous)
• Approved 60-day lease with Superior Transportation LLC for Fairgrounds bus parking (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-24 for Lake Marion Public Water Access reconstruction with $425,000 DNR funding (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 service contract with Woodland Centers for crisis services (unanimous)

2024

The board will consider approving the 2025 preliminary tax levy, with options ranging from a 1% to 3% increase over the 2024 levy of $28.7M. Other action items include a $10,000 state grant application to address well contamination at Lake Marion Park, final payment for fairgrounds electrical work, and a $50,000 pavement-marking contract. Personnel matters include hiring an assistant county attorney, adding a health and human services assessor, and setting 2025 health insurance contributions.

• Consider approving the 2025 preliminary tax levy with options from $28,988,019 (1%) to $29,562,039 (3%)
• Consider approving a $10,000 MDH grant application for a new well at Lake Marion Park due to contamination issues
• Consider approving final payment of $27,364.13 to Design Electric for fairgrounds electrical projects
• Consider awarding a $50,000 pavement-marking contract to KAMCO Incorporated
• Consider approving the addition of one Health and Human Services Assessor for the new CFSS program

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a $27,364.13 payment for fairgrounds electrical work and a pavement marking contract. They also authorized a grant application for water protection and appointed a new Assistant County Attorney. A request to add a Health and Human Services Assessor was postponed for further discussion.

• Approved host county agreement with Hennepin County for case management services (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 MDH Source Water Protection grant application for Lake Marion Park well (unanimous)
• Approved $6,764.13 change order and final payment of $27,364.13 to Design Electric for fairgrounds projects (unanimous)
• Awarded 2024 Countywide Pavement Markings Project to KAMCO Incorporated, not to exceed $50,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-23 appointing Carol Mayer as Assistant McLeod County Attorney effective Oct 7, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved recommended grade assignment for Facilities Manager job description (unanimous)
• Postponed addition of one Health and Human Services Assessor until after a future workshop (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Employee Wellbeing Budget and non-union health insurance employer contributions (unanimous)

2024

The McLeod County Board meets on September 3, 2024, to act on a $210,727.14 primary storage system upgrade plus $10,882.47 installation, a public hearing on a land exchange at William May Park, and several conditional use permits for gravel mining. They will also consider rejecting high bids for pavement marking projects and approving a joint powers agreement with Glencoe for Hennepin Avenue reconstruction.

• Consider approving $210,727.14 primary storage upgrade and $10,882.47 installation from Xigent Solutions
• Public hearing on land exchange with Charles Gutzmann for William May Park (parcels valued $3,900 and $2,400)
• Consider approving Conditional Use Permits 24-12 and 24-13 for gravel mining by BH Aggregate in Helen Township
• Consider rejecting bids for pavement marking projects ($279,021.69 and $906,474.08 bids vs estimates)
• Consider approving joint powers agreement with City of Glencoe for 2024 Hennepin Avenue reconstruction

The Board approved a primary storage system upgrade and installation from Xigent Solutions. It also authorized a land transfer with resident Charles Gutzmann and the purchase of AED units for three county parks. Bids for two pavement marking projects were rejected due to high costs.

• Approved $210,727.14 for primary storage system upgrade from Xigent Solutions (4-0)
• Approved $10,882.47 for Xigent Solutions installation services (4-0)
• Approved land transfer between McLeod County and Charles Gutzmann (4-0)
• Approved $7,090.64 for three AED units and cabinets for county parks (4-0)
• Rejected bids for CP 24-000-01 County Wide Pavement Markings Project (4-0)
• Rejected bids for Ground-in Wet Reflective Pavement Markings project (4-0)
• Authorized staff to request pavement marking quotes up to $50,000 (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-14 for a second family care dwelling in Winsted Township (4-0)

2024

The McLeod County Board will consider a renewal of the jail's medical contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare, switching nursing services from Public Health to the provider at a cost of $133,520. Also up for decision is awarding a $279,021.69 pavement markings contract (nearly double the engineer's estimate) and approving a Joint Powers Agreement for recount duties in the November general election. Consent items include final payments for two highway projects and annual TIF disclosures from local cities.

• Jail medical contract renewal – add nursing at $133,520, shifting from Public Health to ACH
• Award 2024 Countywide Pavement Markings Project to Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC at $279,021.69 (estimate $144,028.26)
• Approve final payment of $24,362.15 to Duininck, Inc. for CSAH 15/Morningside Avenue Project
• Approve final payment of $46,787.27 to Croell, Inc. for CSAH 1 Concrete Overlay Project
• Approve Joint Powers Agreement for recount official for November 2024 state general election

The Board approved a medical contract for jail nursing services and a Joint Powers Agreement to act as a recount official for the 2024 state general election. A bid for countywide pavement markings was tabled for budget review after the cost significantly exceeded the engineer's estimate.

• Approved $133,520 medical contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. for jail nursing (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota to act as Recount Official (unanimous)
• Tabled 2024 Countywide Pavement Markings Project bid of $279,021.69 for Budget Committee review (unanimous)
• Approved $1,290 change order for Glencoe Area Transportation Services Facility lock sets (unanimous)
• Approved $24,362.15 final payment to Duininck, Inc. for CSA Highway 15/Morningside Avenue Project (unanimous)
• Approved $46,787.27 final payment to Croell, Inc. for CSA Highway 1 Concrete Overlay Project (unanimous)

2024

The Board of Commissioners will review several land use permits, equipment purchases, and contract renewals. Key items include a recycling services agreement and a proposed property exchange near William May Park.

• Recycling collection and hauling service renewal with West Central Sanitation not to exceed $1,100,000.00
• Proposed $35,976.38 deposit from the Secretary of State into the VOTER special revenue account
• Purchase of a Sledbed Aluminum trailer for the Sheriff's Office for $8,600.00
• Public hearing for a real property exchange between Charles Gutzmann and McLeod County
• Grant application for $8,000.00 to install AED units at Lake Marion, Piepenburg, and Stahl's Lake parks

The Board approved a waste collection and hauling renewal with West Central Sanitation and authorized the purchase of a new trailer for the Sheriff's Office. Several land-use permits and final payments for infrastructure projects were also approved via the consent agenda.

• Approved waste collection and MRF operations renewal with West Central Sanitation not to exceed $1.1M
• Approved $8,600 purchase of a Sledbed Aluminum trailer from Outlet Dock and Trailer (3-0)
• Approved up to $2,700 for two staff members to attend Shot Show in Las Vegas (3-0)
• Approved 2-Lot Final Plat for 'Hidden Treasure Estate' (Kathy Darnell)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-10 for Andrew and Jessica Forcier (accessory building)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-11 for Justin Rusch (accessory building)
• Approved $26,444.32 payment to Hjerpe Contracting, Inc. for Fairgrounds Drainage Improvement
• Set public hearing for Sept 3, 2024, regarding property exchange with Charles Gutzmann (3-0)

2024

The McLeod County Board will consider consent agenda items including body cameras, security agreements, and a gambling permit, along with regular agenda items such as a $46,935 SIEM cybersecurity solution, a $37,954 Tyler Technologies software agreement, and equipment purchases for public works. The board will also discuss personnel policy changes and out-of-state travel for training.

• Approve $46,935 for CyberForceQ SIEM solution for security log management
• Approve $37,954 for Tyler Technologies Participation Agreement for iasWorld software
• Approve $46,500 purchase of Bobcat Toolcat for fairgrounds maintenance
• Approve $17,000 for CrowdStrike MDR cybersecurity software upgrade
• Approve out-of-state travel for Sgt. Caturia to active shooter instructor certification

The Board approved several operational contracts, including a $17,000 cybersecurity software upgrade and a $46,500 Bobcat Toolcat. Other actions included renewing a University of Minnesota employment agreement and updating personnel policies regarding shift differentials.

• Approved $8,230.23 for additional body-worn cameras and licenses (4-0)
• Approved $17,000 for CrowdStrike MDR software through February 2026 (4-0)
• Approved University of Minnesota MOA renewal with a $35,084 increase (4-0)
• Approved $37,954 from Recorder Compliance Fund for Tyler Technologies agreement (4-0)
• Approved $712 for Sgt. Darrell Caturia to attend training in Wisconsin (4-0)
• Approved Personnel Policy addition for Shift Differential and Holiday Pay (4-0)
• Approved temporary $75 per pay period stipend for one HHS employee through Dec 31, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved $46,500 purchase of a new UW56 Bobcat Toolcat

2024

The McLeod County Board is reviewing several items including a $55,104 software maintenance renewal for various departments. The board will also consider land use permits for building and excavation, as well as funding for new fire pit rings at local campgrounds.

• $55,104.00 software maintenance renewal for various county departments
• $29,126.25 estimate for 100 fire pit rings at Lake Marion and Piepenburg campgrounds
• Gravel excavation permit with a $17,000.00 bond requirement
• $3,020.58 bid for Glencoe Area Transportation Services Facility signage
• Request to postpone legislative action on Minnesota Child Care Licensing Standards

The Board denied a request for a 2-lot sketch plan for business use in Hutchinson Township. Other actions included approving several conditional use permits, renewing software maintenance, and adopting resolutions for state licensing and education systems.

• Denied 2-lot sketch plan for business use in Hutchinson Township (3-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-08 for accessory building in Rich Valley Township (3-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-09 for gravel excavation in Glencoe Township (3-0)
• Approved $55,104.00 annual maintenance for ApplicationXtender and document scanners (3-0)
• Approved renewal of foster care transportation agreement with Buffalo Lake-Hector-Stewart School District #2159 (3-0)
• Approved updated Foster Care Provider Grievance Policy (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-21 for DNR Electronic License System contracts (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-22 designating Auditor-Treasurer as Identified Official with Authority for MDE (3-0)

Board of Appeal and Equalization

The Board of Appeal and Equalization will elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson. The meeting also includes consideration of appointments related to specific parcels.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Appointment consideration for Bryan & Lilli Schaefer (07.074.0020)
• Appointment consideration for Jim Knoblach and Northwood Real Estate LLC (22.104.0010)

The Board heard appeals regarding property valuations for the 2025 payable year. Two properties had their valuations reduced, while one request for a change was denied.

• Elected Commissioner Wright as Chairperson (5-0)
• Elected Commissioner Nagel as Vice Chairperson (5-0)
• Denied valuation change for parcel 07.074.0020, maintaining value at $38,800.00 (5-0)
• Reduced valuation for parcel 22.104.0010 to $1,636,600.00 (4-1)
• Reduced valuation for parcel 11.029.0200 to $311,800.00 (5-0)

2024

The McLeod County Board will consider terminating a tax abatement agreement with Glencoe Hotel Group LLC following a notice of default. The meeting also includes reviews of software renewals, jail system upgrades, and equipment purchases for parks and the fairgrounds.

• Termination of Tax Abatement Agreement with Glencoe Hotel Group LLC
• Renewal of ESRI ArcGIS software maintenance for $12,858.00
• Approval of Builders Risk Insurance for the new Fairgrounds Building at $5,282.00
• Upgrade to McLeod County Jail’s Inmate Round Tracking System for $9,484.00
• Purchase of 10 park grills for $10,240.57

The Board adopted a resolution declaring a state of emergency to seek state disaster assistance for flood-related public property damage. Other actions included approving a preliminary plat for a building site and terminating a tax abatement agreement with Glencoe Hotel Group LLC.

• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-20 declaring a State of Emergency due to flooding (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary Plat 24-01 for 'Nygaard Lot' in Hutchinson Township (4-0)
• Authorized County Attorney to terminate Tax Abatement Agreement with Glencoe Hotel Group LLC (4-0)
• Approved revised Business Development Tax Abatement Application requiring a $10,000 deposit (4-0)
• Approved Builders Risk Insurance for new Fairgrounds Building not to exceed $5,500 (4-0)
• Approved $9,484 upgrade to Jail Inmate Round Tracking System with Guard1 (4-0)
• Approved updated DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing for Commercial Drivers Policy (4-0)
• Approved $12,858 ESRI software renewal and $29,107.46 CommVault software support (4-0)

2024

The Board of Commissioners will consider a mental health services agreement with Avera Behavioral Health Center. Other items include law enforcement wellness checks and materials testing for a roundabout project. The board will also review land use requests in Hutchinson and Rich Valley Townships.

• Service agreement with Avera Behavioral Health Center at $1,495.00 per day
• Contract with Sunrise Wellness for law enforcement wellness checks at $10,217.25
• Materials testing for CSAH 115/CSAH 25 Roundabout Project up to $85,000.00
• Conditional Use Permit for a second dwelling in Rich Valley Township
• Boat and Water Safety Grant agreement for $3,966.00

The Board approved a service agreement with Avera Behavioral Health Center for mental health beds and a contract for law enforcement wellness checks. Other actions included authorizing a traffic safety grant and hiring a materials testing firm for a roundabout project.

• Approved purchase of service agreement with Avera Behavioral Health Center for mental health beds at $1,495.00 daily rate (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-19 to administer the Toward Zero Deaths (TZD) grant (4-0)
• Approved $10,217.25 contract with Sunrise Wellness for law enforcement wellness checks (4-0)
• Approved hiring Braun Intertec for materials testing on CSAH 115/CSAH 25 Roundabout Project, not to exceed $85,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved updated Employee Recognition and Wellness policy (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-07 for a second family care dwelling in Rich Valley Township (4-0)
• Approved $3,966.00 State of Minnesota Annual County Boat and Water Safety Grant contract (4-0)
• Tabled Preliminary Plat 24-01 (Nygaard Lot) until June 18, 2024 (4-0)

2024

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure contracts, facility maintenance quotes, and funding requests during its May 21 meeting. Proposed actions include awarding a road overlay contract, approving up to $40,000 for a new Fairgrounds playground, and establishing a joint agreement with five neighboring counties for South Fork Crow River watershed management. The board will also review building upgrades at the government center and courthouse, authorize temporary mental health consortium funding, and reappoint the county engineer.

• Award $745,806.03 contract to Knife River Corporation for the County State Aid Highway 13 Overlay Project
• Approve up to $40,000 from Midwest Playscapes for a new playground at the Fairgrounds
• Adopt Joint Powers Collaboration Agreement with five neighboring counties and local SWCDs for South Fork Crow River watershed management
• Review facility maintenance quotes totaling over $74,000 for parking lot sealcoating, courthouse landscaping, and Law Enforcement Center re-keying
• Authorize a one-time $50,460 contribution to the Southwest 18 Minnesota Adult Mental Health Consortium cash flow fund

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a highway overlay and a new fairgrounds playground. It also authorized a $50,460 contribution to a mental health consortium and entered a joint powers agreement for watershed management.

• Approved $745,806 contract with Knife River Corporation for Highway 13 Overlay Project (3-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Collaboration Agreement for South Fork Crow River Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan (3-0)
• Approved $50,460 contribution to Southwest 18 Minnesota Adult Mental Health Consortium restricted fund (3-0)
• Approved $40,000 for new playground and installation at the Fairgrounds from Midwest Playscapes (3-0)
• Approved Resolution of Intent to Correct and Reestablish Drainage System Records for County Ditches 08, 10, and 36 (3-0)
• Approved $13,000 for additional design engineering services from Erickson Engineering Company for Bridge 43566 (3-0)
• Approved $22,297.50 statement of work from Xigent Solutions for network infrastructure (3-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-06 for gravel excavation by Wm Mueller & Sons, Inc. (3-0)

2024

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will review public works purchases, including a new highway fleet pickup and roof repairs at two regional parks. A continuation of the public hearing for County Ditch 32 will address property assessments totaling $107,665.67 over nine years, establishing payment terms for affected landowners. The board will also consider permits for the Winstock Country Music Festival and approve funding for aquatic weed treatment on Winsted Lake.

• Public hearing continuation for County Ditch 32, including proposed property assessments of $107,665.67 over nine years at a 4% interest rate
• Approval to purchase a 2024 Ford F-150 pickup for the Highway fleet at an estimated state contract price of $44,814.52 plus tax, title, and registration
• Funding up to $55,475.00 from the County Parks budget for roof repairs at Lake Marion and Piepenburg Regional parks following a 2023 hailstorm
• Approval of $8,318.35 in Aquatic Invasive Species funds for the Winsted Lake Watershed Association to treat curly leaf pondweed across 21.6 acres
• Consideration of liquor and large assembly permits for the Winstock Country Music Festival at the Church of The Holy Trinity, expecting up to 18,999 daily attendees

The Board appointed Casey Stotts as Emergency Management Director and Craig Rossow as Deputy Director. It also approved several public safety equipment purchases and permits for the Winstock Country Music Festival. A public hearing regarding County Ditch 32 was continued to review amended redetermination recommendations.

• Appointed Casey Stotts as Emergency Management Director and Craig Rossow as Deputy (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,727 purchase of Net Clock Time Server (Unanimous)
• Approved $8,745.73 purchase of Key Variable Loader Model 5000 (Unanimous)
• Approved $35,058.02 final payment to Structural Specialties Inc. for Bridge L9240 Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved up to $8,318.35 in AIS funds for Winsted Lake Curly Leaf Pond Weed treatment (Unanimous)
• Approved large assembly and three-day liquor permits for 2024 Winstock Country Music Festival (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,830.99 service agreement with Safe Assure Consultants, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved February 22 and April 3 public hearing proceedings for County Ditch 32 (Unanimous)

2024

The McLeod County Board will vote on several agreements, including a $52,752.00 three-year VMware software license for county IT systems and a $134,000.00 Fairgrounds electrical upgrade contract. Commissioners will continue public hearings to finalize benefit assessments for five county ditches that determine local property owner costs, and approve a conditional use permit for gravel excavation near U.S. Highway 212 in Glencoe Township. The board will also consider issuing a default notice to Glencoe Hotel Group LLC after construction on its approved tax abatement project has not begun by the December deadline.

• Approve a $52,752.00 three-year VMware vSphere licensing contract through SHI for county IT infrastructure
• Authorize up to $134,000.00 in electrical upgrades at the McLeod County Fairgrounds from Design Electric Inc.
• Continue public hearings and adopt findings for benefit redeterminations on County Ditches 18, 19, 26, 27 and 38
• Approve a conditional use permit for BH Aggregate to excavate gravel in an existing pit near U.S. Highway 212 in Glencoe Township, requiring a $9,000.00 environmental bond
• Issue written notice of default to Glencoe Hotel Group LLC regarding its tax abatement agreement after the developer failed to start construction by December 31, 2023

The Board approved several infrastructure and administrative items, including electrical upgrades for the Fairgrounds and the appointment of a new Assistant County Attorney. They also adopted findings for five county ditch redeterminations and approved various service agreements.

• Approved $134,000 for three Fairgrounds electrical upgrade projects via Design Electric Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Thomas Borgen as Assistant McLeod County Attorney (Resolution 24-CB-17)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-05 for gravel excavation by BH Aggregate (unanimous)
• Adopted Findings and Orders for Redetermination of Benefits for County Ditches 18, 19, 26, 27, and 38 (unanimous)
• Approved $52,752 VMware vSphere Foundation licensing for three years (unanimous)
• Approved auction of 2012 and 2013 Ford Escapes (unanimous)
• Approved Grade 150 for Community Service Work Coordinator and Grade 160 for Administrative and Compliance Coordinator (unanimous)
• Approved fire tax abatements of $359.73 and $210.00 for two parcels (unanimous)

2024

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will vote on several public works projects for county parks, including removing old concrete restrooms at five locations and purchasing new entrance signs. These upgrades aim to replace outdated facilities with ADA-compliant portable restrooms and improve visitor access, while a new GPS purchase will help highway crews conduct more accurate surveys during construction season. The board will also review an environmental assessment for a local dairy feedlot expansion and approve a fiscal host agreement for adult mental health services.

• Demolish concrete bathrooms at Piepenburg, William May, Swan Lake, Stahl’s Lake, and Buffalo Creek parks via Luedtke Contracting LLC ($18,750.00 not-to-exceed)
• Purchase new entrance signage for all six county parks from Innovative Foam ($33,246.00)
• Buy Trimble R12i GPS units from Frontier Precision for highway construction and GIS work ($45,660.51 plus tax/shipping)
• Review third-party environmental assessment for Skyview Dairy feedlot expansion at 18503 Nickel Avenue, Hutchinson
• Approve fiscal host agreement with Southwestern Minnesota Adult Mental Health Consortium (SMAMHC), earning 3% of annual revenues

The Board of Commissioners approved a third-party consultant review of an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for a proposed feedlot expansion in Hassan Valley Township. Other actions included approving a mental health consortium fiscal agreement and purchasing new GPS equipment for Public Works.

• Required third-party consultant review of Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Skyview Dairy feedlot expansion (4-0)
• Approved Fiscal Host Agreement with Southwestern Minnesota Adult Mental Health Consortium through April 02, 2025 (Unanimous)
• Approved $45,660.51 purchase of Trimble R12i GPS and TSC 7 Controller from Frontier Precision (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with MN.IT for Autonomous Threat Prevention service at no cost (Unanimous)
• Approved childcare consultation agreement renewal with King’s Kids at $50.00 per hour (Unanimous)

2024

The Board is considering the purchase of four snowplows and truck equipment packages totaling over $1.46 million. Other items include approving a probation comprehensive plan and a repair contract for a storage shed in Glencoe.

• Purchase of four snowplows from Nuss Truck and Equipment for $685,882.96
• Purchase of four truck equipment packages from Towmaster Truck Equipment for $775,248.00
• Repair contract for a storage shed at 828 10th Street East in Glencoe for $9,240.00
• Approval of the McLeod County Probation Comprehensive Plan
• Hiring a temporary, on-call Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) employee through 2024

The Board approved the purchase of four snowplows and equipment packages to replace 19-year-old vehicles. Other actions included approving a probation comprehensive plan and a contract for storage shed repairs. The Board also authorized hiring a temporary on-call employee for sewage system inspections.

• Approved $685,882.96 for four snowplows from Nuss Truck and Equipment (4-0)
• Approved $775,248.00 for four truck equipment packages from Towmaster Truck Equipment (4-0)
• Approved McLeod County Probation Comprehensive Plan (4-0)
• Approved $9,240.00 quote from Schauer and Sons Construction, Inc. for storage shed repairs (4-0)
• Approved hiring a temporary, on-call Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) employee through 2024 (4-0)
• Approved 2023 County Feedlot Officer Annual Report (4-0)

2024

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure and personnel items, including a major road project and various staff hires. The meeting also includes decisions on zoning permits and grant approvals for jail practices.

• Awarding $3,143,651.34 to Ramsey Companies, Inc. for the Jefferson/Airport Road Roundabout Project
• Approving a Model Jail Practices grant of $64,943.22 per year
• Renewing firewall maintenance services at a cost of $88,213.26
• Considering conditional use permits for gravel mining and commercial storage
• Approving courthouse security upgrades costing $41,130.00

The Board approved a $3.1M construction contract for a roundabout project and a $215,000 inspection contract. Other actions included approving three conditional use permits and accepting a $64,943.22 jail reentry grant.

• Awarded Jefferson/Airport Road Roundabout Project to Ramsey Companies, Inc. for $3,143,651.34 (4-0)
• Hired Stonebrooke Engineering for project inspection and administration, not to exceed $215,000.00 (4-0)
• Approved Model Jail Practices grant from the State of Minnesota for $64,943.22 (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-02 for gravel mining at 4039 State Highway 212 (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-03 for a lawn services/pallet repair building in Helen Township (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-04 for commercial storage in Hutchinson Township (4-0)
• Approved $88,213.26 for Check Point firewall maintenance through Fireverse (4-0)
• Approved temporary hiring of a seasonal Highway Maintenance Worker II, a part-time Finance Consultant, and a temporary Assistant County Attorney (4-0)

2024

The Board of Commissioners will review several personnel requests to add positions in Health and Human Services and Public Works. The meeting also includes decisions on software renewals, facility maintenance contracts, and a temporary ditch fund loan.

• Renew RSA ID Plus multi-factor authentication subscription for $19,758.00
• Approve service contract with Rapiscan Systems for courthouse X-ray maintenance at $4,989.60
• Authorize a temporary ditch loan of $857,700.00 from the General Revenue Fund to the Ditch Fund
• Consider adding four new positions including a Social Worker and a Building Services Maintenance Engineer II
• Approve construction testing proposal for Fairgrounds building project up to $6,000.00

The Board approved the addition of four staff positions across Health and Human Services and Building Services. They also authorized the donation of used ARMER radios to Minnesota agencies and approved a $6,000 contract for Fairgrounds building project testing.

• Approved adding one Certified Assessor/Social Worker-Long Term Services Support position (4-0)
• Approved adding one full-time Building Services Maintenance Engineer II (4-0)
• Approved adding a Summer GIS Worker position for 2024 (4-0)
• Approved adding one Social Worker-Disability Waiver Case Manager (4-0)
• Approved donation of used ARMER radios, chargers, and accessories to Minnesota agencies (4-0)
• Approved $6,000 contract with Chosen Valley Testing, Inc. for Fairgrounds building project (4-0)
• Approved auction sale of a 2005 Dodge Sprinter Van (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-15 to accept $19,199.29 in gifts and contributions for 2023 (4-0)

2024

The Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution 24-CB-14, which urges the Governor and legislative delegation to reject the North STAR Act (SF2724, HF2860). The resolution expresses opposition to Minnesota becoming a "Sanctuary State" and calls for adherence to federal immigration law.

• Approved three-minute time limit on public comments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-14 opposing the North STAR Act (5-0)

2024

The Board of Commissioners will consider several items including conditional use permits for agricultural buildings and sketch plans for lot eligibility. Discussions also include wage schedule implementations for various labor units and a door replacement quote for the Environmental Services Facility.

• Conditional Use Permit 24-01: Accessory building addition in Sumter Township
• Sketch Plan 23-05: 2.47-acre lot eligibility in Hutchinson Township
• Conditional Use Permit 23-18: Seneca Foods Corporation wastewater treatment building in Glencoe Township
• Lupine Construction LLC quote: $6,800.00 for door replacement at Environmental Services Facility
• PrimeWest Health agreement: Monthly reimbursement of $650.00 for children and $467.00 for adults

The Board approved a conditional use permit for Seneca Foods to build a wastewater treatment facility. It also approved multiple wage schedule implementation agreements for various county employee units and a door replacement project for the Environmental Services Facility.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit 23-18 for Seneca Foods wastewater treatment construction (4-0)
• Approved $7,070 door replacement quote from Lupine Construction LLC (4-0)
• Approved wage schedule implementation for LELS Licensed Sergeants Local No. 297 (4-0)
• Approved wage schedule implementation for MNPEA Communication/Correctional Officer unit (4-0)
• Approved wage schedule implementation for MNPEA Deputy unit (4-0)
• Approved wage schedule implementation for MNPEA Public Works unit (4-0)
• Appointed Bob Lindeman to the Feedlot Committee via Resolution 24-CB-13 (4-0)
• Approved $2,000 grant-funded travel for Health Educator Kerry Ward to Dallas, Texas (4-0)

2024

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several major infrastructure contracts, including highway overlays and a fairgrounds building project. The agenda also includes requests for vehicle purchases, election services agreements, and rural address sign replacements.

• Awarding Highway 115/Airport Road concrete overlay contract to Croell, Inc. for $3,610,095.16
• Approving $1,850,000.00 budget option for McLeod County Fairgrounds restroom and show arena building
• Considering $49,967.73 quote from Sign Solutions USA for 4,250 rural address signs
• Awarding Highway 115 concrete pavement rehab project to Ti-Zack Concrete, Inc. for $784,019.50
• Purchasing two 2021 Ford Escapes from Apple Auto for $49,978.70

The Board approved a budget for a new restroom and show arena building at the Fairgrounds and awarded several road construction contracts. An election services agreement was approved following public comment regarding voting machine security. The Board also authorized the purchase of 4,250 rural address signs.

• Approved $1.85M Fairgrounds building project Budget Option 2 (unanimous)
• Awarded $3,610,095.16 Airport Road Concrete Overlay Project to Croell, Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded $784,019.50 Highway 115 Concrete Pavement Rehab Project to Ti-Zack Concrete, Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded $184,288.32 reflective pavement markings project to Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $49,967.73 quote from Sign Solutions USA for 4,250 rural address signs (unanimous)
• Approved Election Services Agreement with Election Systems & Software, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved gambling permit for Ducks Unlimited McLeod Chapter 36 (unanimous)
• Approved SILS service addendum with Aveyron Homes, Inc. at $13.04 per 15 minutes (unanimous)

2024

The January 2, 2024, meeting includes the election of new board leadership and several contract renewals for mental health services. The Board will also consider establishing new special revenue funds for public safety aid and affordable housing aid.

• Election of 2024 Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Renewal of Crisis Program Joint Powers Agreement with Carver County, including a $10,000 fee and $36,650 in grant funds
• Renewal of Hutchinson Health mental health hold order services at a daily rate of $1,717.00
• Establishment of Special Revenue Fund 25-202 for $672,521.00 in Public Safety Aid
• Approval of preliminary plat 'Hidden Treasure Estate' in Hutchinson Township

The Board elected Commissioner Wright as Chair and Commissioner Nagel as Vice Chair for 2024. The Board also approved several land use permits, liquor licenses, and established the Absentee Ballot Board for 2024 and 2025 elections.

• Elected Commissioner Wright as 2024 Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Nagel as 2024 Board Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-01 designating county website as official publication for transportation projects (unanimous)
• Approved Crisis Program Joint Powers Agreement with Carver County including $10,000 fee and $36,650 in grant funds (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat JP23-PP3 for 'Hidden Treasure Estate' in Hutchinson Township (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permits JP23-C3, 23-14, and 23-17 (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioners Doug Krueger and Joe Nagel to the McLeod County Canvassing Board (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 24-CB-09 establishing the Absentee and UOCAVA Ballot Board for 2024 and 2025 (unanimous)