McLeod County public meetings in 2025

2025

The Board of Commissioners will consider a new fee schedule for 2026 and review multiple service contracts for health, human services, and IT. The meeting includes decisions on infrastructure repairs and public works agreements.

• Public hearing for the 2026 McLeod County Fee Schedule
• Payment of $283,942.65 to Croell, Inc. for CSAH 1 Concrete Overlay Project
• Contract for $159,754.00 with Central Minnesota Jobs & Training Services, Inc.
• Flooring repairs at the Courthouse for $24,500.00 via Matt's Flooring & Tile
• Digital Orthophotography agreement with 95 West Aerial Mapping for $50,298.00

The Board unanimously approved a new $4,500 contract for emergency mass notifications following a cyberattack on the previous provider. Other key decisions included authorizing courthouse flooring repairs and renewing several health and human services contracts.

• Approved one-year contract with Regroup Mass Notification for $4,500.00 (unanimous)
• Approved courthouse third-floor flooring repairs by Matt's Flooring & Tile not to exceed $30,000.00 (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal with Painted Horse, LLC for supervised visitation at $55.00 per hour (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Tari Niemeyer, Nest LLC for family support services not to exceed $26,090.00 (unanimous)
• Approved fraud investigation agreement with County Attorney's Office not to exceed $22,000.00 plus $480.00 cell reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved KnowBe4 security training subscription for three years at $35,089.20 (unanimous)
• Approved MNSEC Virtual Chief Information Security Officer services not to exceed $23,300.00 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026-2027 Feedlot Delegation Agreement Work Plan (unanimous)

2025

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several high-cost equipment purchases and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes decisions on mental health service contracts, road funding sponsorships, and personnel policy updates.

• Purchase of two 2027 Mack Tandem chassis for $345,163.52 and two Towmaster equipment packages for $407,676.00
• Contract bids for the Environmental Services Elevator Project totaling $332,260.00
• Estimate for the Century Hall Acoustics Project not to exceed $175,000.00
• Renewal of Woodland Centers ACT Team contract for $60,000.00 (2026-2028)
• Support for LRIP funding for Highway 7 frontage road, Zion Avenue, and 85th Street projects

The Board elected Commissioner Krueger as Chair and Commissioner Schmalz as Vice Chair following a resignation. The Board approved several mental health and detoxification service contracts and sponsored three local road improvement grant applications.

• Elected Commissioner Krueger as 2025 Board Chair (4-0)
• Elected Commissioner Schmalz as 2025 Board Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved $5,967.19 Ziegler Cat estimate for Government Center generator water pump (4-0)
• Approved $60,000 contract renewal with Woodland Centers ACT Team (4-0)
• Approved 2026 service agreement with Brown County Evaluation Center (4-0)
• Approved SMAMHC shared services agreement for two Regional Housing Specialists (4-0)
• Approved $16,380 contract renewal with Richard Decker for clinical supervision (4-0)
• Approved Preliminary/Final Plat 25-02 for Todd Sudheimer in Collins Township (4-0)

Truth in Taxation

The McLeod County Truth in Taxation meeting will review the 2025 valuation, 2026 proposed tax levy and rate, and the 2026 proposed budget. The meeting will also allow for public comments and discussion. The agenda does not include specific parcel data discussions as those were finalized in June 2025.

• 2026 proposed tax levy and rate review
• 2026 proposed budget review
• Public comments and discussion

The board held a Truth in Taxation meeting to review the 2025 valuation, the proposed 2026 budget, and the proposed 2026 tax levy. No formal votes were taken on the budget or levy during this session.

• Approved agenda and three-minute public comment limit (4-0)

2025

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure payments and a commercial kitchen lease. The board is also considering staffing extensions and health insurance agreements for county unions.

• Payment of $6,202.16, $3,409.16, and $4,161.70 to Hjerpe Contracting, Inc. for culvert projects
• Two-year lease of 4-H Commercial Kitchen to Joanie's Catering LLC for $1,425.00 per month
• Estimate of $15,360.73 from Pro Maintenance Inc. for epoxy flooring in the 4-H Commercial Kitchen
• Tobacco license approvals for Corner Market, Casey's (Stewart and Lester Prairie), and Dollar General Store #16835
• Adoption of Amended Findings and Order of Redetermined Benefits for McLeod County Ditch 32

The Board approved a two-year lease for the 4-H Commercial Kitchen and funded flooring repairs for the facility. Members also authorized final payments for three culvert replacement projects and extended a temporary financial consultant position through 2026.

• Approved two-year lease of 4-H Commercial Kitchen to Joanie's Catering LLC at $1,425.00 per month (4-0)
• Approved $15,360.73 for epoxy flooring in 4-H Commercial Kitchen via Pro Maintenance Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $6,202.16 final payment to Hjerpe Contracting, Inc. for CSA Highway 18 Culvert Project (4-0)
• Approved $3,409.16 final payment to Hjerpe Contracting, Inc. for County Road 70 Culvert Project (4-0)
• Approved $4,161.70 final payment to Hjerpe Contracting, Inc. for CSA Highway 5 Culvert Project (4-0)
• Adopted Amended Findings and Order of Redetermined Benefits for McLeod County Ditch 32 (4-0)
• Approved hiring one temporary full-time employee for the Auditor-Treasurer's Department (4-0)
• Extended temporary part-time Financial Consultant position through end of 2026 (4-0)

2025

The Board of Commissioners will review several high-cost IT and Sheriff's Office equipment purchases. They are also deciding on a gravel mining permit and various liquor and gambling licenses.

• Three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with SHI for $987,567.24
• Purchase of one 2026 Ford F-150 ($53,912.00) and three 2026 Dodge Durangos ($128,172.00)
• Conditional Use Permit 25-21 for gravel mining on property owned by James Meyer
• Three-year Cisco Enterprise Agreement with Insight Public Sector for $156,726.51
• Policing services contract for the City of Stewart for 2026 at a yearly rate of $86,964.80

The Board approved several Sheriff's Office expenditures, including four new vehicles and a second K9. They also authorized a three-year contract for AI-assisted 911 call taking and approved a gravel mining permit.

• Approved purchase of 2026 Ford F-150 for $53,912.00
• Approved purchase of three 2026 Dodge Durangos for $128,172.00
• Approved addition of second K9 for $13,000.00
• Approved 3-year contract with Prepared for AI call taking and QA for $63,096.50
• Approved Off-Highway Vehicle Safety grant for 2026 and 2027 ($5,355.67 per year)
• Approved $9,490.00 payment to Foster Mechanical for Courthouse water heater
• Approved one-year policing contract for City of Stewart at $86,964.80
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 25-21 for gravel mining in Glencoe Township

2025

The Board of Commissioners will review several service contracts, including policing for Silver Lake and snow removal for county facilities. The meeting includes decisions on IT personnel promotions and infrastructure payments for a roundabout project.

• Policing services contract for City of Silver Lake: $195,670.00 for 2026 and $202,761.00 for 2027
• Final payment of $69,266.09 to Ramsey Companies for CSAH 115 and CSAH 25 roundabout
• Snow removal contracts with Neubarth Landscaping for various county facilities
• Solid Waste database upgrade from AWS at a cost of $10,395.00
• Renewal of support services contract with TriMin Systems Inc. for $3,600.00

The Board approved multiple service contracts, including snow removal for county facilities and policing for the City of Silver Lake. They also authorized a database upgrade for Solid Waste and a final payment for a roundabout project. Additionally, the Board promoted Matt Troska to IT Director.

• Approved $3,600 contract renewal with TriMin Systems Inc. for ACS and SWS support (unanimous)
• Approved policing services contract for City of Silver Lake through 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved $5,168.72 Dmarcian DMARC platform renewal from SHI (unanimous)
• Approved snow removal contracts with Neubarth Landscaping for multiple county facilities (unanimous)
• Approved promotion of Matt Troska to IT Director (unanimous)
• Approved $10,395 quote from AWS to upgrade Solid Waste databases to Interact 7 (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $69,266.09 to Ramsey Companies for CSAH 115 and CSAH 25 roundabout (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-CB-23 to prioritize bridge replacements for state aid (unanimous)

2025

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to set 2026 drainage assessments. The meeting also includes decisions on new staff positions, equipment purchases, and land-use permits.

• Public hearing and adoption of Resolution 25-CB-22 to set 2026 Drainage Assessments
• Proposed addition of one Social Worker (Development Disabilities) and one eligibility worker position
• Awarding of culvert replacement projects on CSAH 5 ($82,447.90) and CR 70 ($67,224.40) to Hjerpe Contracting, Inc.
• Purchase of three GMC pickups for Parks and Highway departments totaling $135,764.60
• Conditional Use Permits for a 3,328 sq ft building in Winsted Township and indoor cannabis cultivation in Helen Township

The Board adopted Resolution 25-CB-22 to establish 2026 drainage assessments totaling $835,277.00 and set the general loan interest rate for drainage systems at 4%. The Board also approved several public works purchases and contracts.

• Adopted Resolution 25-CB-22 to set 2026 Drainage Assessments totaling $835,277.00 (Unanimous)
• Set 2026 Drainage Assessment Interest Payable on Loans from the General Fund at 4% (Unanimous)
• Approved $125,871.40 contract to Hjerpe Contracting, Inc. for CSAH 18 Culvert Replacement (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,900.00 estimate from Viking Signs Inc. for Fairgrounds wayfinding sign (Unanimous)
• Approved additional $20,000.00 to JGS Enterprise, LLC for parks tree trimming (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2026 GMC 4x4 Double Cab pickup for $41,725.60 plus tax (Unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2025 John Deere R240 rotary disc mower for $11,000.00 including trade (Unanimous)
• Approved advertisement for bids to lease the 4-H Commercial Kitchen (Unanimous)

2025

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will consider a request from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to certify a habitat protection easement. The board will also decide on a bid letting date for the Environmental Services Facility renovation project.

• Certification of a U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service easement for wildlife habitat protection
• Resolution 25-CB-21 to appoint Shannon Mattson to the Extension Committee
• Authorization of bid letting date for Environmental Services Facility renovation project

The Board approved a request from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to certify a permanent wildlife habitat protection easement on property owned by Mark Schnobrich. Approval was granted on the condition that county staff verify a recorded drainage easement for adjacent landowners. The Board also appointed a new member to the Extension Committee.

• Approved U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wildlife habitat easement conditional on drainage easement verification (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 25-CB-21 appointing Shannon Mattson to the Extension Committee (3-0)
• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Sept 9 minutes and warrants (3-0)

2025

The Board of Commissioners will discuss setting a preliminary tax levy for 2026 with options ranging from a 1% to 3% increase. The meeting also includes decisions on road reconstruction pricing in Silver Lake and various opioid litigation settlements.

• Preliminary 2026 Tax Levy options ranging from $29,712,719 (1%) to $30,301,090 (3%)
• County Road 92 Reconstruction Project pricing with the City of Silver Lake, with County costs estimated at $334,000
• Contract for Apex Engineering Group for Lake Marion Landing Improvement Project not to exceed $44,559
• Purchase of two Fusion A120 DS mailing machines for a total cost of $33,360
• Authorization to execute Purdue and secondary manufacturer opioid litigation settlements

The Board approved pricing for the County Road 92 Reconstruction Project and set 2026 non-union health insurance employer contributions. Other actions included approving a preliminary plat for a single-family dwelling and hiring an engineering firm for boat landing improvements.

• Approved pricing for County Road 92 Reconstruction Project; County cost approx. $334,000
• Approved 2026 non-union health insurance employer contributions (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat 25-01 for a 1-lot building lot in Hutchinson Township
• Hired Apex Engineering Group for Lake Marion Landing Improvement Project (max $44,559.00)
• Approved purchase of two Fusion A120 DS mailing machines for $33,360.00
• Approved MnDOT Lighting Maintenance Agreement 1060250 for TH 15 and CSAH 26
• Approved MnDOT Detour Agreement 1060438 with estimated reimbursement of $48,633.43
• Approved renewal of Spruce Ridge Resource Management Facility abatement license until June 30, 2026

2025

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will review several contracts, including a new case management system for the County Attorney's Office. The board will also consider payments for a roundabout project and a stormwater resiliency agreement with the City of Lester Prairie.

• Case management software from Prosecutor by Karpel for $49,623.00
• Final payment of $60,650.64 to Ramsey Companies for CSAH 115 and CSAH 25 roundabout
• Stormwater Resiliency Project MOU with City of Lester Prairie for CSAH 9 (estimated county share $29,000.00)
• Compensation Services Agreement with Keystone Compensation Group not to exceed $15,750.00
• Notification of City of Hutchinson's proposal for TIF District 4-16 modification and new TIF District 4-24

The Board approved a $60,650.64 payment for a roundabout project and a stormwater resiliency agreement with Lester Prairie. Other actions included approving a compensation services contract and travel for a Veterans Service Officer.

• Approved 2025 Compensation Services Agreement with Keystone Compensation Group not to exceed $15,750.00 (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $60,650.64 to Ramsey Companies for CSAH 115 and CSAH 25 roundabout (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with City of Lester Prairie for CSAH 9 Stormwater Resiliency Project (unanimous)
• Approved tentative travel for Grant Christensen to attend VFW training in Maryland (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including August meeting minutes and auditor warrants (unanimous)

2025

The Board of Commissioners will review several contracts for mental health services and public works projects. The meeting includes decisions on land use permits, the sale of county assets, and a litigation update regarding a civil complaint against the county.

• Grant contract with Minnesota Department of Human Services for $610,988.00 for mental health crisis services via Canvas Health
• Contract for Children's Mental Health Clinical Supervision with Sara Lynn Paeser not to exceed $13,200.00
• Bid from LandsKapings for $3,650.00 to purchase rocks and boulders from four county parks
• Quote from Widseth for $2,500.00 for Century Hall acoustics project design
• Conditional Use Permit 25-17 for a 60x80 foot accessory building at 14493 140th Street, Glencoe

The Board approved a grant contract for mental health crisis services and several land-use permits. Other actions included authorizing the sale of a Sheriff's Office drone and approving park structure removals. The Board also approved a $2,500 acoustics design project for Century Hall.

• Approved $610,988 grant for mental health crisis services via Canvas Health
• Approved contract for Sara Lynn Paeser for children's mental health supervision (max $13,200)
• Approved consignment sale of Sheriff's Office Matrice 210 drone via Vertex Unmanned Solutions
• Approved advertisement for bids to remove structures at Stahl’s Lake Park
• Approved $3,650 bid from LandsKapings to sell rocks and boulders from county parks
• Approved $2,500 quote from Widseth for Century Hall acoustics design
• Approved Sketch Plan 25-04 for a 2-lot residential plan in Acoma Township
• Approved Conditional Use Permits 25-17 and 25-18 for accessory buildings

2025

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will consider several IT and infrastructure contracts, including courthouse security and ditch repair reports. The board will also review appointments and recognize the 2025 Farm Family of the Year.

• Proposed $159,404.30 quote from LVC Companies for courthouse cameras and card access
• Three repair report agreements with Houston Engineering, Inc. for County Ditches 08, 10, and 36 totaling $123,400
• Proposed $18,362 quote from PCCS INC for Government Center UPS battery replacement
• Proposed $9,450 estimate from Schauer and Sons Construction, Inc. for an ADA sidewalk at the Fairgrounds
• IT software and support renewals with CyberForceQ ($45,437.08) and Xigent Solutions ($30,326.79)

The Board approved several infrastructure and IT contracts, including courthouse security improvements and ditch repair reports. They also authorized new cybersecurity memberships and a fairgrounds sidewalk project. Kevin Miller was reappointed to the High Island Watershed District Board of Managers.

• Approved $159,404.30 for courthouse security improvements via LVC Companies (4-0)
• Approved $9,450.00 for ADA compliant sidewalk at Fairgrounds via Schauer and Sons Construction, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $45,500.00 for County Ditch 08 Repair Report via Houston Engineering, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $42,500.00 for County Ditch 10 Repair Report via Houston Engineering, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $30,400.00 for County Ditch 36 Repair Report via Houston Engineering, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved 18-month MS-ISAC membership not to exceed $3,495.00 (4-0)
• Approved $18,362.00 for Government Center UPS battery replacement via PCCS INC (4-0)
• Reappointed Kevin Miller to High Island Watershed District Board of Managers (4-0)

2025

The Board of Commissioners will review proposed zoning ordinance amendments to add cannabis regulations. They are also deciding on a conditional use permit for gravel mining in Glencoe Township and several infrastructure and maintenance contracts.

• Proposed amendments to the McLeod County Zoning Ordinance to add cannabis regulations
• Conditional Use Permit 25-15 for gravel mining in Glencoe Township (Parcel 04.023.0235)
• Contract with Hjerpe Contracting for Environmental Services Building lot work not to exceed $95,638.00
• Contract with Flatworks Concrete Construction, LLC for disc golf tee pads at Lake Marion Park for $35,875.00
• Three-year contract with E.G. Rud and Sons, Inc. for section corner work not to exceed $19,990 per year

The Board approved zoning ordinance amendments to implement cannabis regulations in unincorporated areas. They also authorized several construction contracts, including a gravel mining permit and a trail project agreement with the City of Winsted.

• Approved zoning ordinance amendments adding cannabis regulations (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 25-15 for WM Mueller & Sons gravel mining (unanimous)
• Approved Sketch Plan 25-03 for George Jones building eligibility (unanimous)
• Approved $95,638 bid from Hjerpe Contracting for Environmental Services Building lot work (unanimous)
• Approved $23,231.60 payment to Morris Sealcoat & Trucking, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $3,968.72 payment to R & K Industries for Fairgrounds overlay (unanimous)
• Approved $12,732.88 payment to Reiner Contracting Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with City of Winsted for CSAH 1 Trail Project (unanimous)

Board of Appeal and Equalization

The Board of Appeal and Equalization will meet to hear property assessment appeals. The board will review specific appointments and consider recommendations from the County Assessor.

• Appeal for Francis & Barbara Svoboda (08.036.1725)
• Appeal for Amy Hoese-Schultz (17.084.0010, 17.086.0150)
• Appeal for Sheldon Ehrke (02.028.0200)
• Appeal for Roger Fredin (10.024.0150)

The Board heard appeals regarding property valuations and classifications. It approved valuation reductions for four parcels and maintained the current valuation for one parcel.

• Reduced valuation of Parcel 08.036.1725 to $9,800.00 (unanimous)
• Reduced valuation of Parcel 17.084.0010 to $448,900.00 (unanimous)
• Maintained valuation of Parcel 14.025.0700 at $844,300.00 (unanimous)
• Reduced valuation of Parcel 02.028.0200 to $1,026,100.00 (unanimous)
• Reduced valuation of Parcel 10.024.0150 to $188,700.00 (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Nagel as Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Krueger as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)

2025

The Board of Commissioners will review several conditional use permits for building additions and mining reclamation. The meeting includes decisions on park improvements funded by American Rescue Plan Act funds and various service contract renewals.

• Playground installations at Lake Marion Park ($146,305.00) and Piepenburg Park ($154,218.00)
• Inmate medical services contract renewal with Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. for $140,489.74
• Demolition of park houses at Lake Marion Park ($10,098.00) and Piepenburg Park ($14,654.00)
• Network infrastructure maintenance renewal with Xigent Solutions for $32,057.01
• Conditional use permits for accessory buildings in Helen, Hassan Valley, Rich Valley, and Round Grove Townships

The Board approved a $140,489.74 contract for inmate medical services and several conditional use permits for accessory buildings and mining. They also authorized the sale of a county vehicle and a propane tank.

• Approved $140,489.74 contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare, Inc. for jail medical services
• Approved $3,924.00 Boat and Water Safety Grant contract for Sheriff's Office
• Approved $32,057.01 network infrastructure support quote from Xigent Solutions
• Approved $14,240.00 ESRI ArcGIS software maintenance renewal
• Approved sale of 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer to Weelborg Chevrolet for $4,100.00
• Approved sale of Courthouse propane tank and remaining fuel to Tim Stordahl for $2,800.00
• Approved Sketch Plan 25-02 for Christerfer Schultz (building eligibility)
• Approved Conditional Use Permits 25-10, 25-11, 25-12, and 25-14 for accessory structures

2025

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will discuss several infrastructure projects, including fairgrounds improvements and road patching. The board is also reviewing transportation agreements for foster care students and a staffing change in Health and Human Services.

• Roof replacement for Fairgrounds 4-H Building from Rice Companies, Inc. for up to $103,444.95
• New LED electronic sign for Fairgrounds from Scenic Sign Corp. for $74,780.00 plus $1,500.00 electrical connection
• Bituminous patching on County Road 60 from Diversified Paving for $11,143.19
• Distribution of up to $8,638.87 in AIS funds to Winsted Lake Watershed Association for weed treatment
• Renewing foster care transportation agreements with six school districts

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a new LED sign and roof replacement for the fairgrounds. They also authorized funding for aquatic invasive species treatment and road patching on County Road 60. Additionally, the Board approved renewing transportation agreements for foster care students with six school districts.

• Approved $103,444.95 roof replacement for Fairgrounds 4-H Building via Rice Companies, Inc.
• Approved $76,280.00 for a new LED electronic sign at the Fairgrounds from Scenic Sign Corp.
• Approved $11,143.19 for bituminous patching on County Road 60 via R & K Industries
• Approved up to $8,638.87 for Winsted Lake Curly Leaf Pond Weed treatment
• Approved splitting one full-time HHS Finance Technician position into two part-time positions
• Approved requests for bids to sell a 2006 Chevrolet Trailblazer and a 1,000-gallon propane tank
• Approved renewing foster care transportation agreements with six school districts
• Approved $4,927.84 final payment to Wm. Mueller and Sons, Inc. for Lake Marion Road project

2025

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will discuss several infrastructure projects, including road reconstructions and ditch repairs. The board is also reviewing updates to the county's cremation and burial policy and renewing a website hosting agreement.

• Awarding the Hennepin Avenue Project in Glencoe to Holtmeier Construction, Inc. for $5,432,104.36
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Silver Lake for CR 92 Reconstruction with a county cost of about $250,000.00
• Payment of $38,270.00 to Design Electric Inc. for Piepenburg Park campground electrical project
• Scope of Services Agreement with Houston Engineering, Inc. for County Ditch 12A estimated at $132,200.00
• Four-year website hosting agreement renewal with Revize LLC for $47,520.00

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a road reconstruction agreement with Silver Lake and a lighting agreement with MnDOT. Other actions included updating the county cremation policy and renewing a website hosting contract.

• Awarded Hennepin Avenue Project in Glencoe to Holtmeier Construction, Inc. for $5,432,104.36 (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Silver Lake for County Road 92 Reconstruction; County share approx. $250,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $38,270.00 payment to Design Electric Inc. for Piepenburg Park campground electrical project (unanimous)
• Approved MnDOT Lighting Maintenance Agreement 1059374 for intersection at TH 212 and CSAH 7 in Stewart (unanimous)
• Approved updated Cremation/Burial Policy effective May 20, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $47,520.00 website hosting renewal with Revize LLC for 2026-2029 (unanimous)
• Approved Houston Engineering, Inc. Scope of Services Agreement for County Ditch 12A (unanimous)
• Approved $75.00 per pay period temporary stipend for two HHS employees (unanimous)

2025

The board will continue a public hearing on the repair report for County Ditch 12A and consider approving findings and order. It will also vote on several purchases and contracts, including $103,807.66 for fairgrounds hailstorm repairs, purchase of two message boards for $41,540, and three-year agreements allowing residents of four neighboring counties to use the county's household hazardous waste program. Other items include a conditional use permit for a sporting goods home occupation and a license for the Winstock Country Music Festival.

• $14,200 additional services for County Ditch 12A railroad coordination
• Purchase two Ver-Mac message boards for $41,540
• $18,910 award for Fairgrounds East Parking Lot aggregate surfacing
• $103,807.66 for fairgrounds hailstorm repairs
• Three-year household hazardous waste agreements with Carver, Meeker, Sibley, Wright counties

The Board approved the Findings and Order for the County Ditch 12A repair following a public hearing. Additionally, the Board authorized several equipment purchases and awarded a contract for fairgrounds parking lot surfacing.

• Approved Findings and Order of County Ditch 12A (unanimous)
• Approved $14,200 payment to Houston Engineering, Inc. for Ditch 12A railroad coordination (unanimous)
• Approved $41,540 purchase of two Ver-Mac Portable Changeable Message Boards (unanimous)
• Approved $7,126.03 purchase of a 16-foot Aluma Trailer for County Parks (unanimous)
• Awarded $18,910 contract to Hansen Gravel Inc. for Fairgrounds East Parking Lot surfacing (unanimous)
• Approved request for bids to demolish houses at Lake Marion Park and Piepenburg Park (unanimous)
• Approved $2,382.93 final payment to KAMCO Inc. for 2025 Rout and Seal Project (unanimous)
• Renewed child care consultation agreements with Kids, Inc. and King's Kids at $50/hour (unanimous)

McLeod-Meeker-Sibley Joint Boards Workshop

Representatives from McLeod, Meeker, and Sibley counties are meeting for a joint workshop. The session focuses on potential 2026 budget challenges and the Community Health Board.

• Discussion of potential 2026 county budget challenges
• Meeker-McLeod-Sibley Community Health Board discussion

2025

The McLeod County Board will discuss conditional use permits for a wedding venue and a gravel mining operation, and approve multiple contracts for park improvements using ARPA funds, including a $111k road project and several smaller projects. Also on the agenda: replacing a jail elevator jack ($105k), awarding a lawn care contract ($8,755), and approving a Westlaw renewal.

• Consider Conditional Use Permit for Green Haven Wedding Venue at 7132 207th St, Silver Lake
• Consider Conditional Use Permit for gravel mining by R&R Excavating on 160th St
• Approve $105,135.71 contract to MEI for jail elevator jack replacement
• Approve $111,329.45 contract to Wm. Mueller for Lake Marion Park Road Improvement
• Approve $80,364.17 contract to Diversified Paving for Fairgrounds Bituminous Overlay

The Board authorized a contract to repair the McLeod County Jail elevator to resolve security hazards. Multiple infrastructure improvements for Lake Marion Park were approved using American Rescue Plan Act funds. The Board also renewed a legal database contract and awarded a lawn care contract.

• Approved MEI Total Elevator Solutions contract for jail elevator repair not to exceed $105,135.71 (Unanimous)
• Approved renewal contract with Thomson Reuters for legal database access (Unanimous)
• Awarded 2025-2026 lawn care contract to Neubarth Landscaping for estimated $8,755.00 (Carried)
• Approved $12,397.00 electrical work for Lake Marion Park via Major Electric LLC (4-0)
• Approved $3,890.00 concrete pad for Lake Marion Park office via Schauer and Sons Construction, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,397.19 well infrastructure work for Lake Marion Park via LTP Enterprises Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved $12,200.00 water, sewer, and site pad work for Lake Marion Park via Luedtke Contracting LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved $9,200.00 park house foundation demolition for Lake Marion Park via Luedtke Contracting LLC (Unanimous)

2025

The Board of Commissioners convened a special meeting and voted to enter a closed session to discuss a PERB Board decision and a potential appeal. The meeting was reopened and then recessed.

• Approved closing the meeting at 9:00 a.m. to discuss unfair labor practice litigation (4-0)
• Approved reopening the meeting at 9:40 a.m. (4-0)
• Approved recessing the meeting at 9:41 a.m. (unanimous)

2025

The McLeod County Board will vote on a conditional use permit for Glencoe Light & Power to install three 3,100-kW diesel generators, approve a $184,400 HVAC replacement for the jail and sheriff's office, and consider several park-related purchases and sales. Board action is also requested on out-of-state travel, IT server infrastructure, and a resolution on drainage jurisdiction. The meeting includes consent agenda items and notifications of upcoming hearings and workshops.

• Conditional Use Permit 25-03 for Glencoe Light & Power to add 9.3 MW of diesel generation at 10975 Diamond Avenue
• Approve $184,400 sealed bid to Foster Mechanical for Jail and Sheriff's office HVAC replacement
• Approve $3,000 out-of-state travel for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator to attend 2025 Preparedness Summit
• Approve advertising for bids to sell houses at Piepenburg Park and Lake Marion Park
• Approve $39,693.26 total for two office buildings and $10,000 interior materials for campground host offices, using ARPA funds

The Board approved several facility and park improvements, including HVAC replacements and new campground office buildings. A request for a generating facility expansion was tabled following public concerns regarding noise and health. The Board also authorized the sale of unused houses at two county parks.

• Approved $184,400 HVAC replacement for Jail and Sheriff's office from Foster Mechanical (unanimous)
• Tabled Conditional Use Permit 25-03 for Glencoe Light & Power generating facility expansion (4-1)
• Approved $3,000 travel for Public Health Emergency Preparedness Coordinator to attend 2025 Preparedness Summit (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $9,369.69 to Rice Companies, Inc. for GATS facility (unanimous)
• Approved advertisement for bids to sell houses at Piepenburg Park and Lake Marion Park (unanimous)
• Approved $19,846.63 purchase of office building for Piepenburg Park from Dakota Storage Buildings, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $19,846.63 purchase of office building for Lake Marion Park from Dakota Storage Buildings, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved up to $10,000 for interior materials and furnishings for new campground offices (unanimous)

2025

The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will discuss building maintenance, public works projects, and IT upgrades. Key items include a new agreement for mobile mental health crisis services and a joint road seal coating project with the City of Lester Prairie.

• Purchase of copiers from Metro Sales for $138,351.85
• Mobile Crisis Services Agreement with Canvas Health for April 1 to December 31, 2025
• Widseth proposals for Environmental Services elevator modifications ($36,768) and Courthouse roof study ($22,440)
• Final payments of $42,819.02 for the Century Hall building project
• Joint Seal Coat Project agreement with the City of Lester Prairie for CSAH 23 and CSAH 109

The Board approved a contract with Canvas Health for mobile mental health crisis services and authorized several facility improvements, including a courthouse roof study. Other actions included purchasing new copiers and finalizing payments for the Century Hall project.

• Approved Mobile Crisis Services Agreement with Canvas Health through Dec 31, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved $138,351.85 purchase of copiers from Metro Sales (unanimous)
• Approved $36,768.00 for Environmental Services elevator design modifications (unanimous)
• Approved $22,440.00 for a Courthouse roof study (unanimous)
• Approved $42,819.02 in final payments for Century Hall building project (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Lester Prairie for 2025 Joint Seal Coat Project (unanimous)
• Set County Ditch 12A repair hearing for April 16, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved rental agreement with Russell Krueger through Sept 30, 2026 (unanimous)

2025

The McLeod County Board will decide on two conditional use permits: one for a second dwelling for family care (recommended approval) and one for accessory structures on agricultural land (recommended denial). They will also consider several public works contracts, including a tree-trimming contract up to $75,000, a $7,261.62 public address system for fairgrounds, and award two highway projects totaling $532,953.40. A discussion of the county's 5-year highway plan is also scheduled.

• Conditional Use Permit 25-02 for a second dwelling on a 27.19-acre property in Bergen Township for family care
• Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for a 4,000 sq ft accessory structure on agricultural land in Hutchinson Township (recommended denial)
• Award of 2025 Pavement Markings and Seal Coat Project to Morris Sealcoat & Trucking, Inc. for $485,294.75
• Award of 2025 Rout and Seal Project to KAMCO, Inc. for $47,658.65
• Approval of a $75,000 tree-trimming contract with JGS Enterprise, LLC using ARPA funds

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including pavement marking and seal coat contracts. They also authorized park tree trimming and a joint resurfacing agreement with the City of Winsted. Two conditional use permits were considered, with one approved for family care housing and one denied for agricultural structures.

• Awarded 2025 Pavement Markings and Seal Coat Project to Morris Sealcoat & Trucking, Inc. for $485,294.75 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 Rout and Seal Project to KAMCO, Inc. for $47,658.65 (unanimous)
• Approved parks tree trimming estimate from JGS Enterprise, LLC not to exceed $75,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 25-02 for a second family care dwelling in Bergen Township (unanimous)
• Denied Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for accessory structures and greenhouses in Hutchinson Township (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Winsted for 2025 joint resurfacing (unanimous)
• Approved $7,261.62 payment to McLeod County Ag Association for a public address system (unanimous)
• Approved writing off three uncollectible receivable amounts totaling $984.06 (unanimous)

2025

The McLeod County Board will consider consent agenda items including IT security renewals totaling over $109,000, a temporary ditch loan of $979,000, and a joint powers agreement for financial crimes investigation. They will also discuss revised finance policies, bids for jail HVAC and fairgrounds repairs, and a closed meeting for property purchase negotiations.

• Temporary ditch loan of $979,000 from General Revenue Fund to Ditch Fund at 4% interest (Resolution 25-CB-17)
• Joint powers agreement with State Financial Crimes Task Force for investigation assistance
• Check Point firewall maintenance renewal for $89,615.16 through Fireverse
• RSA ID Plus multi-factor authentication subscription renewal for $20,025.00 via SHI
• Closed meeting to discuss offers for parcels 23.533.0050 and 23.533.0060

The Board adopted seven revised finance policies to reflect the Finance Department's move to the Administration Office. Additionally, the Drainage Authority authorized a $12,000 offer for an easement to realign County Ditch 18.

• Approved $12,000 offer to Lotus Holdings for County Ditch 18 easement
• Adopted revised Budget Policy and Procedures
• Adopted revised Electronic Funds Transfer Policy
• Adopted revised Elimination of Internal Activity Policy
• Adopted revised Fund Balance Policy
• Adopted revised Investment Policy and Procedures
• Adopted revised Journal Entry Policy and Procedures
• Adopted revised Petty Cash Policy and Procedures

2025

The McLeod County Board will consider awarding a $5.6 million contract for a concrete overlay on County State Aid Highway 1, along with three conditional use permits for a second dwelling and two gravel mining operations. Other items include a food service rate increase for the jail, sale of a used SUV to Glencoe Police, and a change order for security upgrades at the Law Enforcement Center. The board also will vote on a memorandum of agreement with the parks maintenance union and grade assignments for two positions.

• Award State Aid Project 043-601-013 to Croell, Inc. for $5,634,702.98 for Highway 1 concrete overlay
• Conditional Use Permit 24-17 for a second dwelling (modular home) for family care at 19482 County Road 9, Lester Prairie
• Conditional Use Permit 24-18 for gravel mining, recycling, and crushing at 21906 Vista Road, Hutchinson (five-year permit)
• Conditional Use Permit 24-19 for a new gravel mining pit in Rich Valley Township (five-year permit)
• Amendment 16 to food service partnership with Summit Food Service: rate increase to $389.11 per meal period plus $2.21 per meal

The Board approved a major highway concrete overlay project and several conditional use permits for residential and mining purposes. They also authorized the purchase of new heavy equipment and the sale of several county vehicles.

• Awarded County State Aid Highway 1 Concrete Overlay Project to Croell, Inc. for $5,634,702.98 (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 2025 John Deere 644P Wheel Loader for $350,893.00 (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-17 for a second family care dwelling at 19482 County Road 9 (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-18 for gravel mining and recycling at 21906 Vista Road (4-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-19 for a new gravel pit on property owned by John Macemon (4-0)
• Approved $9,438.10 change order for Law Enforcement Center re-key project (4-0)
• Approved sale of 2015 Ford SUV to Glencoe Police Department for $3,750.00 (4-0)
• Approved sale of 2013 Ford Escape at auction (4-0)

2025

The McLeod County Board will consider approving a Local Homeless Prevention Aid service agreement with United Community Action Partnership for $155,275, funded by state LHPA grants for 2025-2026. Other agenda items include supporting a grant application for a multi-use trail in Winsted, renewing information security services, and approving fire abatements and committee appointments. The consent agenda includes minutes, warrants, and a performance review summary.

• Approve $155,275 LHPA service agreement with United Community Action Partnership for homeless prevention services
• Adopt resolution supporting City of Winsted's Active Transportation grant for 0.32-mile trail along CSAH 1
• Approve $20,650 annual statement of work with Minnesota Security Consortium for vCISO services
• Approve fire abatements totaling $5,338 for four parcels (08.002.0300, 23.112.0060, 23.466.0830, 23.065.0030)
• Adopt resolutions for county commissioner, staff, and citizen committee appointments

The Board approved a service agreement with United Community Action Partnership to provide homeless prevention and housing stability services through 2026. Other actions included supporting a City of Winsted trail grant application and approving IT security services. The Board also updated various committee appointments.

• Approved Local Homeless Prevention Aid agreement with UCAP for $155,275.00 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-CB-13 supporting City of Winsted's Active Transportation Infrastructure Grant for a 0.32-mile trail (unanimous)
• Approved statement of work with Minnesota Security Consortium for vCISO services not to exceed $20,650.00 (unanimous)
• Approved fire abatement for parcel 08.002.0300 ($277.00), parcel 23.112.0060 ($2,998.00), parcel 23.466.0830 ($909.00), and parcel 23.065.0030 ($1,154.00) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-CB-10 for County Commissioner Committee Appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-CB-11 for County Staff Committee Appointments (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-CB-12 for Citizen Committee Appointments (unanimous)
• Approved Summary of County Administrator Sheila Murphy’s Performance Review (unanimous)

2025

The McLeod County Board will consider several actions including a jurisdictional transfer of roads with the City of Glencoe, a 20-year fiber optic line agreement with Carver County, conditional use permits for an accessory building and a home occupation, and renewals of mental health service contracts with Hutchinson Health. The meeting also includes the election of a 2025 board chair and vice chair, recognition of a retiring sheriff's sergeant, and approval of annual licenses and policies.

• Adopt resolutions for jurisdictional transfers with City of Glencoe for Ford Avenue, 18th Street, 11th Street, and Armstrong Avenue
• Approve Joint Powers Agreement with Carver County for fiber optic lines and maintenance for 20 years, renewable automatically for five-year terms
• Conditional Use Permit 24-15 for Cory Behrendt to build a livestock accessory building greater than 2,400 sq ft on 5.99 acres in Hale Township
• Conditional Use Permit 24-16 for Matt Yurek to operate an excavation home occupation on 8.93 acres in Hassan Valley Township
• Renew mental health service contracts with Hutchinson Health at rates including $318/hour for psychiatrist, $1,751/day for hold order services, totaling up to $15,000 for outpatient services

The Board held its 2025 organizational meeting, electing Commissioner Nagel as Chair and Commissioner Krueger as Vice Chair. The Board approved several mental health service contracts with Hutchinson Health and Carver County, as well as two conditional use permits for livestock and business operations.

• Elected Commissioner Nagel as 2025 Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Krueger as 2025 Board Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved liquor and tobacco licenses for Shadowbrooke Golf Course and Dollar General (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25-CB-01 designating county website as official publication for transportation projects (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-15 for Cory Behrendt to build a livestock accessory building (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-16 for Matt Yurek to operate an excavation company home occupation (unanimous)
• Approved $2,500 temporary renewal of Crisis Program Joint Powers Agreement with Carver County (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal with Hutchinson Health for outpatient and hold order mental health services (unanimous)