Scott County public meetings in 2022

County Board

The Scott County Board will vote on the 2023 budget and a gross levy of $86,296,713, along with a net levy of $80,336,000. They will also consider a consent agenda that includes multiple union agreements, a rezone of 132 acres, and various contracts and fee schedules. A workshop on a re-entry home is scheduled before the regular meeting.

• Adopt 2023 budget and set gross levy of $86,296,713 (net levy $80,336,000)
• Rezone 132.09 acres from A-1 to A-3 in Belle Plaine Township (Koenig)
• Approve three-year agreements with six labor unions including AFSCME and Law Enforcement Labor Services
• Set 2023 solid waste special assessment fee on residential properties
• Award contract to Morcon Construction for safety railings in the jail

The Board approved the 2023 budgets and a net tax levy of $80,336,000. Several three-year labor agreements were approved, and the 2023 comprehensive fee schedule was adopted. The Board also approved various land rezoning and contract amendments.

• Set 2023 net tax levy at $80,336,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 budgets and Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Comprehensive County Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved three-year agreements with multiple labor unions including Local 49 and Local 2440 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 132.09 acres in Belle Plaine Township from A-1 to A-3 (unanimous)
• Accepted $355,000 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant (unanimous)
• Approved contract for safety railings in the jail to Morcon Construction Company (unanimous)
• Appointed Barb Dahl as Human Services Director (unanimous)

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several land-use items, including a request to rezone 132 acres from agricultural preservation to agricultural preservation density. Other items include a conditional use permit for a commercial leasing business, a two-lot subdivision in Spring Lake Township, and a conditional use permit for a truck repair shop.

• Rezone of 132.09 acres from A-1 to A-3 in Belle Plaine Township (PL#2022-069)
• Conditional use permit for a freight truck repair and leasing business in Louisville Township (PL#2022-076)
• Rezone and preliminary/final plat for a 2-lot subdivision on 10.58 acres in Spring Lake Township (PL#2022-072)
• Public hearing on rezone of 10.2 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 in Spring Lake Township (PL#2022-073)

The Planning Advisory Commission unanimously recommended approval for two residential rezoning and plat projects and two commercial conditional use permits. These recommendations now move toward County Board consideration.

• Approved Koenig Rezone of 132.09 acres from A-1 to A-3 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Johnson Estates rezoning and plat for 2 lots on 10.8 acres (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Dakota Lan, LLC CUP to change use to leasing commercial businesses (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Hunters Pass rezoning and plat for 2 lots and 1 outlot on 10.23 acres (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Blue Sky Freight Carriers, LLC CUP for truck repair and transportation (7-0)
• Approved November 12, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

County Board

The board will first hold a workshop on Juvenile Alternative Facility study recommendations, then convene the regular meeting. They will consider a consent agenda that includes adopting the final 2023 levy and budget for the Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District and the Scott Watershed Management Organization, approving a contract extension with Canvas Health for after-hours emergency social services, and several other resolutions and license renewals. A closed session is scheduled to evaluate the county administrator's performance.

• Workshop on Juvenile Alternative Facility (JAF) Study Recommendations
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-267; Approving the Final 2023 Levy and Budget for the Scott County Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-284; Approving the Final 2023 Levy and Budget for the Scott Watershed Management Organization (WMO) Special Taxing District
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-279; Authorizing acceptance of Mobile Mental Health Crisis Grant Funds for 2023-2024 and increasing county staffing by 1.5 FTE
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-276; Authorizing purchase of building materials and cooperative agreements with Jordan and Shakopee schools for construction of camper cabins

The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions including the 2023 budgets for specific taxing districts and agreements for public works and health services. The board also authorized the purchase of materials for camper cabins at Cedar Lake Farms. Several land-use permits and liquor license renewals were approved.

• Approved purchase of building materials and agreements with Jordan and Shakopee Schools for camper cabins (unanimous)
• Approved contract extension with Canvas Health, Inc. for emergency social services (unanimous)
• Approved final 2023 levy and budget for Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Minnesota Anti-Heroin Task Force Program (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for household hazardous waste program (unanimous)
• Approved Interim Use Permit #PL2022-064 for Home Extended Business in Spring Lake Township (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with PaintCare for paint waste collection reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of traffic signal equipment for County Highway 16 and Fuller Street (unanimous)

County Board

The Scott County Board holds a workshop to discuss legislative priorities, a partnership with Three Rivers, opioid settlement funds, and the 2023 budget and capital improvement plan. They will also review non-bargaining salary adjustments, citizen advisory committees, and commissioner committee assignments.

• Legislative Priorities
• County/Three Rivers Partnership
• Opioid Money
• 2023 Budget & CIP
• Non-Bargaining Salary Adjustments

County Board

The board will hold a public hearing to consider revoking the conditional use permit for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Trail of Terror, operated by Mid-America Festivals Corporation. The consent agenda includes budget amendments for ARPA-funded Family Resource Center projects and a Highway 13 corridor grant application.

• Public hearing on revoking Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Trail of Terror
• Resolution 2022-261: Amending 2022 budget for ARPA funds for the Family Resource Center Project
• Resolution 2022-262: Approving contract amendment with Midwest Paratransit Services for Dial-A-Ride in Scott and Carver Counties
• Resolution 2022-263: Recommending Trunk Highway 13 Corridor Project for MnDOT's 2022 Corridors of Commerce solicitation
• Resolution 2022-264: Adopting amended Code of Conduct Policy and rescinding prior policy

The Board held a public hearing regarding the potential revocation of Mid-America Festivals Corporation's conditional use permit due to traffic and parking violations. After hearing testimony from residents, business owners, and the permit holder, the Board deferred action to a future date. The meeting also included the approval of several administrative resolutions and personnel actions.

• Tabled action on revoking Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 for Minnesota Renaissance Festival until Jan 17, 2023
• Approved amended agreement with MN Pollution Control Agency for recycling grant (Resolution 2022-257)
• Approved budget amendment for Family Resource Center ARPA funds (Resolution 2022-261)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 for Dial-A-Ride services with Midwest Paratransit Services (Resolution 2022-262)
• Recommended Trunk Highway 13 Corridor Project to MnDOT (Resolution 2022-263)
• Adopted amended Code of Conduct Policy (Resolution 2022-264)
• Approved payroll processing for 21 personnel actions
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will hold two public hearings: one for an interim use permit for a home extended business in Spring Lake Township, and another for a conditional use permit for a farm market meat processing facility in Blakeley Township. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a planning manager update.

• PL#2022-064: Interim Use Permit for a Home Extended Business (David Laurin and Sheila Laurin) in Section 36 of Spring Lake Township
• PL#2022-063: Conditional Use Permit for a Farm Market - Meat Processing Facility (Anan Barbarawi) in Section 17 of Blakeley Township
• Approval of October 10, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Advisory Commission approved two land-use permits for home and farm-based businesses. Both requests were passed unanimously by the present members.

• Approved Interim Use Permit for David Laurin to operate an aircraft parts fabrication business (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Anan Barbarawi to operate a farm market and meat processing facility (6-0)
• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes

Joint Ditch Board

The Scott/Le Sueur County Joint Ditch Board approved a resolution to establish a positive fund balance for maintenance needs. The board also approved the minutes from the August 24, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-259 authorizing a $290,000 maintenance lien on Scott Le Sueur Joint Ditch No. 3 (5-0)
• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Joint Ditch Board

The Joint Drainage Authority approved assessments for Joint Ditch 4 and Joint Ditch 1 to cover drainage system costs. Both assessments will be collected over 10-year annual installments at a 4.0% interest rate.

• Approved $329,713.33 assessment for Le Sueur/Scott Joint Ditch 4 (5-0)
• Approved $255,483.97 assessment for Scott/Le Sueur Joint Ditch 1 (5-0)

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board is meeting to receive a report from health staff on collaboration with community partners to avoid duplication of services.

• Receive a Community Health Board Report from the Community Health Services Administrator, Public Health Staff, and the Scott County Medical Director

The Board approved the meeting minutes from May 31, 2022. Members received informational reports regarding the Statewide Health Improvement Partnership, the Child and Teen Checkups program, and COVID-19.

• Approved May 31, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

County Board

The board will vote on a rezoning of 40.44 acres from Agricultural to Residential Density in Sand Creek Township. It will also consider a conditional use permit for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and approve several contracts, including a final payment for the Highway 41/169 interchange project.

• Rezoning of 40.44 acres in Sand Creek Township from Agricultural to Residential Density District
• Public hearing set for Nov. 15 on a conditional use permit for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival
• Final payment to Ames Construction for the Highway 41/169 interchange project
• Amendment to a grant agreement for the Child and Teen Checkup program
• Agreement with ESRI for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software

The Board approved several resolutions including a rezoning in Sand Creek Township and a final payment for the Trunk Highway 169/41 Interchange Project. They also authorized agreements for GIS software and park improvements. A public hearing for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival was scheduled for November 15, 2022.

• Approved adjusted final payment to Ames Construction, Inc. for Trunk Highway 169/41 Interchange Project (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 40.44 acres in Sand Creek Township from A-1 to A-3 (4-0)
• Approved interim use permit for an accessory dwelling unit in Cedar Lake Township (4-0)
• Approved agreement with ESRI for GIS software (4-0)
• Approved grant agreement with Metropolitan Council for Spring Lake Regional Park improvements (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Nov 15, 2022, regarding Minnesota Renaissance Festival conditional use permit (4-0)
• Approved amendment to MN Dept of Human Services Child and Teen Checkup Services Grant (4-0)
• Approved payroll processing of 17 personnel actions (4-0)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to receive updates on the Juvenile Alternative Facility study, a presentation on employee relations, and a third-quarter financial update, followed by a budget workshop.

• Juvenile Alternative Facility (JAF) Study Update
• Employee Relations Study Presentation
• 3rd Quarter Financial Update
• Budget Workshop

General

The ditch board will consider adopting a resolution to set a November 15 public hearing on repair proceedings for County Ditch No. 10, and approve maintenance expenditures. A separate resolution would authorize liens on Ditches 10 and 13 to fund maintenance and a one-time repair on Ditch 13.

• Resolution 2022-246: Set public hearing for Nov. 15 on repair of County Ditch No. 10
• Approve 2022 drainage ditch expenditure records
• Resolution 2022-251: Authorize maintenance liens on Ditches 10 and 13 to fund repairs and maintain positive balances

The Scott County Ditch Board approved two maintenance liens totaling $326,000 on County Ditches 10 and 13 to cover repair costs and maintain positive fund balances. A $280,000 lien was placed on Ditch 10 and a $46,000 lien on Ditch 13, both to be amortized among benefitted landowners. The board also unanimously approved minutes from August 24, 2022, and records of ditch expenditures for 2022. A public hearing on Ditch 10 repair proceedings was postponed to 2023 after a poorly attended landowner meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2022-251 authorizing $280,000 lien on Ditch 10 and $46,000 lien on Ditch 13 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 24, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved county records of drainage ditch expenditures for 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled public hearing on Ditch 10 repair proceedings to 2023 after insufficient landowner input

County Board

The Scott County Board will consider several resolutions, including a conditional use permit for a multiple-tenant sales facility in Louisville Township, a cooperative maintenance agreement for County Highway 16/15 signals, and a grant application for school substance-use disorder services. The board will also receive a COVID-19 update and a presentation on child protection services. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss labor negotiation strategies.

• Conditional use permit for a multiple-tenant sales facility (Svoboda) in Louisville Township
• Cooperative maintenance agreement with Shakopee for County Highway 15/16 signal system
• Grant application to Minnesota DHS for school substance-use disorder services, adding 2.5 FTEs
• Final payment to Safety Signs LLC for 2022 County Highway Sign Replacement Project
• Approval of findings for Valley Paving Mining EAW, negative declaration on need for EIS

The Scott County Board of Commissioners met on October 18, 2022, and approved all 12 items on the consent agenda unanimously, including resolutions for a cooperative maintenance agreement with Shakopee, a public health mutual aid agreement, and a conditional use permit for a multiple tenant sales facility in Louisville Township. The board also unanimously adopted a resolution authorizing a grant application to the Minnesota Department of Human Services for school substance-use disorder services, which would add 2.5 full-time equivalent positions if awarded. Additionally, the board approved a negative declaration on the need for an Environmental Impact Statement for the Valley Paving Mining Environmental Assessment Worksheet. The meeting included a closed session to discuss labor negotiation strategies and recognition of retiree Mike Callahan.

• Approved consent agenda items 7.1-7.13 unanimously, including cooperative maintenance agreement with Shakopee, public health mutual aid agreement, and conditional use permit for Svoboda property in Louisville Township
• Adopted Resolution 2022-239 unanimously, authorizing grant application for school substance-use disorder services and adding 2.5 FTE positions if awarded
• Adopted Resolution 2022-229 unanimously, approving Findings of Fact for Valley Paving Mining EAW and Negative Declaration on need for EIS
• Approved payroll processing of personnel actions including 9 separations, 4 probationary employments, 1 reclassification, and 2 promotions
• Approved record of disbursements totaling $13,627,302.47 for September 2022
• Conducted closed meeting under Minn. Stat. §13D.03 to discuss labor negotiation strategies
• Recognized retiree Mike Callahan for years of service to Scott County
• Approved minutes of October 4, 2022 as amended

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request in Sand Creek Township and an interim use permit in Cedar Lake Township. The body will also review minutes from the September 12, 2022 meeting.

• PL#2022-057: Request to rezone 40.44 acres from A-1 to A-3 in Section 15 of Sand Creek Township
• PL#2022-055: Public hearing for an Interim Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit in Section 36 of Cedar Lake Township

The Scott County Planning Advisory Commission approved an Interim Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) for a family member on the Veer property in Cedar Lake Township. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included a rezoning of 40.44 acres in Sand Creek Township from A-1 to A-3. Both actions passed unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including rezoning of 40.44 acres from A-1 to A-3 in Sand Creek Township (unanimous)
• Approved Interim Use Permit for ADU for family member at Veer property in Cedar Lake Township (5-0)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions including grant approvals and land use permits. The meeting includes a consent agenda with items related to mental health funding and park acquisitions. A workshop following the meeting will cover the 2023 budget and the Renaissance Festival.

• Budget amendment and second contract increase for the County Highway 83 Project
• Preliminary and Final Plat of Theis Acres (1 lot and 1 Outlot) in Louisville Township
• Conditional Use Permit Amendment for an Xcel Energy substation staging area in Jackson Township
• Grant funding from the Metropolitan Council for Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park acquisitions
• Amendment to the Minnesota Department of Human Services Grant for Adult Mental Health Initiative

The Scott County Board of Commissioners met on October 4, 2022, and unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included several resolutions: a preliminary and final plat for Theis Acres in Louisville Township, a conditional use permit amendment for an Xcel Energy substation in Jackson Township, a budget amendment for the County Highway 83 project, and acceptance of a Metropolitan Council grant for Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park. The board also recognized the Health and Human Services Department for receiving the DHS Commissioner's Circle of Excellence Award for its Family Resource Center work. No substantive decisions beyond the consent agenda were made.

• Approved Resolution 2022-230: Preliminary and final plat for Theis Acres (1 lot, 1 outlot on 88.75 acres) in Louisville Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-231: Conditional use permit amendment for Xcel Energy substation staging area in Jackson Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-232: Budget amendment and contract increase for County Highway 83 project (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-210: Grant agreement with Metropolitan Council for Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-167: Amendment to DHS grant for Adult Mental Health Initiative (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-234: 1.0 FTE Systems Management Specialist for Building Inspections (unanimous)
• Approved payroll processing of 30 personnel actions including separations, hires, promotions, and volunteers (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items including property tax statements and watershed management levies. The meeting includes a COVID-19 update and recognition of a retiring employee.

• Establishment of a $81,014,000 net levy for 2023 proposed property tax statements
• Approval of a $1,402,771 preliminary levy for the Scott Watershed Management Organization
• Waters Edge development agreement for 4 lots on 43.51 acres in Jackson Township
• Budget amendment and contract increase for County Highway 27 Expansion Project
• Railroad crossing elimination grant application for County Highway 9 in Jordan

The Scott County Board unanimously adopted a maximum proposed levy of $86,974,713, with a net levy of $81,014,000 after certified aids, for 2023 property tax statements. The board also approved a consent agenda including contracts for Sand Creek sediment reduction projects, a preliminary plat for Waters Edge subdivision, and a railroad crossing elimination grant application. A resident raised concerns about Renaissance Fair traffic impacts on local businesses.

• Adopted 2023 preliminary levy of $1,402,771 for Scott Watershed Management Organization (unanimous)
• Established maximum proposed levy of $86,974,713, net levy $81,014,000 for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Inter-Fluve, Inc. for Sand Creek sediment reduction Phase VI design (unanimous)
• Approved contract with SRF Consulting for Sand Creek sediment reduction Phase V design (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Waters Edge subdivision, 4 lots on 43.51 acres in Jackson Township (unanimous)
• Authorized submittal of Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant for County Highway 9 bridge in Jordan (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Zoning Ordinance Chapters 1 and 6 for stormwater permitting compliance (unanimous)
• Approved $14,777,752.74 in claims and disbursements for August 2022 (unanimous)

Regional Rail Authority

The Regional Rail Authority is meeting to approve the minutes from September 21, 2021. The board will also consider a resolution to establish a final property tax levy of $0 for 2023.

• Resolution No. RRA 2022-001: Establishing a $0 levy for 2023

The Scott County Regional Rail Authority approved a final levy of $0 for 2023, meaning no property tax revenue will be collected for the authority. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the September 21, 2021 meeting. Commissioner Beard noted the importance of monitoring Union Pacific's embargo on a freight line, which could affect economic development in New Prague.

• Approved Resolution RRA 2022-001 establishing a $0 final levy for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved September 21, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop meeting to receive budget presentations for internal services. The agenda contains only this single workshop item, with no other business listed.

• Service Area Budget Presentations - Internal Services

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a multiple tenant sales facility in Louisville Township. The body will also review a substation staging area request and a plat for Theis Acres.

• PL#2022-047: Conditional Use Permit Amendment for a permanent outdoor staging area for Northern States Power Company in Jackson Township
• PL#2022-49: Preliminary and Final Plat of Theis Acres (1 lot and 1 Outlot on 88.75 Acres) in Louisville Township
• PL#2022-051: Public hearing for a conditional use permit to establish a multiple tenant sales facility in Louisville Township

The Planning Advisory Commission approved a conditional use permit for William and Kathleen Svoboda to operate a multiple tenant sales facility for automobile and dock sales in a C-1 zoned area. The commission also approved the consent agenda, which included an amendment to Xcel Energy's conditional use permit for a substation and staging yard, and a preliminary and final plat for Theis Acres. No public comments were received on any item.

• Approved Svoboda Conditional Use Permit for multiple tenant sales facility (4-0-1, Johnson abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including Xcel Energy CUP amendment and Theis Acres plat (unanimous)
• Approved August 8, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request for setbacks from the road right-of-way and high-water level. The request concerns the replacement of a single-family home in Section 12 of Helena Township.

• PL#2022-053: Variance request for road right-of-way and ordinary high-water level setbacks in Helena Township

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposed interim zoning ordinance regarding THC products. The meeting includes votes on several 2023 budgets and levies for county agencies and districts.

• Proposed Ordinance 33: Prohibits new or expanded uses for sales, testing, manufacturing, and distribution of THC products
• Scott County Community Development Agency: Proposed 2023 budget of $15,511,593 and tax levy of $4,188,840
• Cedar Lake Improvement District: Proposed 2023 final levy of $40,000
• Scott County Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District: Proposed 2023 levy of $35,100
• Sale and removal of a house at 3691 Marschall Road

The Scott County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a one-year emergency interim ordinance prohibiting new uses or expansion of existing uses related to the sale, testing, manufacturing, and distribution of THC products in unincorporated areas. The moratorium, effective immediately, aims to allow time for state legislative clarification on licensing and guidance for retailers. The board also approved the CDA's 2023 budget and levy, the Cedar Lake Improvement District's final levy, and several consent agenda items including a cleaning services contract amendment and a preliminary watershed district levy.

• Adopted Ordinance 33: one-year moratorium on new THC sales, testing, manufacturing, distribution in unincorporated areas (unanimous)
• Approved CDA 2023 budget of $15,511,593 and payable tax levy of $4,188,840 (unanimous)
• Approved Cedar Lake Improvement District payable 2023 final levy of $40,000 (unanimous)
• Approved second contract amendment with Stratus Building Solutions for cleaning services at Regional Training Facility (unanimous)
• Authorized acceptance of bid for sale and removal of house at 3691 Marschall Road (unanimous)
• Authorized final payment to Sir Lines-A-Lot LLC for 2022 pavement marking contract (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary 2023 levy of $35,100 for Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District (unanimous)
• Approved closure of Scott County Library branches for staff development on October 6, 2022 (unanimous)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to review budget presentations for Adult Services. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, focused on the service area's proposed budget.

• Adult Services budget presentation

General

The Scott County Ditch Board will hold a public hearing regarding the redetermination of benefits for Scott County Ditch 10. The board will review findings from H2OverViewers and consider a resolution to establish the ditch as redetermined.

• Public hearing on redetermination of benefits for Scott County Ditch 10
• Review of redetermination findings from H2OverViewers
• Resolution 2022-201: Adopting findings and redetermination of benefits for Scott County Ditch 10

The Scott County Ditch Board 10 held a public hearing and unanimously approved Resolution 2022-201, adopting the amended findings and redetermination of benefits for Scott County Ditch 10. The board also approved the minutes from August 2, 2022, and entered the record of notice requirements into the minutes. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Approved August 2, 2022 minutes (unanimous, Ulrich abstaining)
• Opened public hearing on redetermination of benefits (unanimous, Ulrich abstaining)
• Closed public hearing with no public comment (unanimous, Ulrich abstaining)
• Approved Resolution 2022-201 adopting amended findings and redetermination of benefits (unanimous, Ulrich abstaining)

Joint Ditch Board

The Scott/Le-Sueur Joint Ditch Board held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-205, which adopts the amended findings and redetermination of benefits and orders the establishment of Scott Le-Sueur Joint Ditch 3. The board also approved the August 2, 2022 minutes and received procedural information from the contracted attorney. No public comment was offered during the hearing.

• Approved August 2, 2022 Joint Ditch Board 3 minutes (unanimous, King absent)
• Opened public hearing on redetermination of benefits for Scott Le-Sueur Joint Ditch 3 (unanimous, King absent)
• Closed public hearing with no public comment (unanimous, King absent)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-205 adopting amended findings and redetermination of benefits and ordering establishment of Scott Le-Sueur Joint Ditch 3 (unanimous, King absent)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to receive budget presentations for Public Safety services. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, focused on the upcoming service area budget.

• Service Area Budget Presentations - Public Safety

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure agreements and plat approvals. They are scheduling a public hearing for September 6 regarding a temporary zoning ordinance to prohibit new or expanded THC product businesses. The meeting includes a COVID-19 update and a workshop on economic empowerment budgets.

• Public hearing set for Sept 6 on a moratorium for THC product sales, testing, manufacturing, and distribution
• Preliminary and Final Plat approval for Panama Acres (2 lots on 20 acres) in Cedar Lake Township
• Agreement with MnDOT for Local Road Improvement Program funds for Trunk Highways 169 and 282 Interchange Project
• Contract award to G Urban Companies, Inc. for the 2022 Building Demolition Project
• Cancellation of public hearing regarding Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 for Mid-America Festivals Corporation

The Scott County Board approved a 15-item consent agenda, including contracts for surveillance camera maintenance, a preliminary/final plat for Panama Acres, a demolition contract, and a $12.2 million claims payment. They also set a September 6 public hearing on a proposed temporary moratorium on new THC-related uses. The meeting was largely routine, with no substantive debate.

• Approved consent agenda including surveillance camera maintenance contracts (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Panama Acres, 2 lots on 20 acres (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Building Demolition Project contract to G Urban Companies, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved $12,205,606.39 in claims and disbursements for July 2022 (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Sept 6 on proposed THC moratorium (unanimous)
• Cancelled public hearing for Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 (unanimous)
• Approved personnel actions including separations and promotions (unanimous)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to review budget presentations for Child Services. This is a discussion item, not a final decision, focused on the service area's funding needs.

• Child Services budget presentation

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will consider a preliminary and final plat for Waters Edge in Jackson Township. The commission will also review proposed changes to the Scott County Zoning Ordinance regarding stormwater management and waterbody guidelines.

• Preliminary and Final Plat of Waters Edge (4 lots on 43.51 acres) in Section 24, Jackson Township
• Amendments to Chapter 6 of Scott County Zoning Ordinance No. 3 regarding MPCA MS4 permit requirements
• Proposed guidance for low Floor Verification for buildings adjacent to waterbodies
• Proposed stormwater management exemption for linear public trails

The Planning Advisory Commission recommended approval of the preliminary and final plat for Waters Edge Estates, a 4-lot single-family residential subdivision on 43.51 acres in Jackson Township, subject to conditions including township support for a fourth lot. The commission also recommended amending Chapter 6 of the Scott County Zoning Ordinance to comply with MPCA MS4 permit requirements, add low-floor verification guidance for buildings near waterbodies, and exempt linear public trails from stormwater management requirements. Both recommendations passed unanimously and will go to the County Board for final consideration.

• Recommended approval of Waters Edge Estates preliminary and final plat, 4 lots on 43.51 acres (6-0)
• Recommended amending Chapter 6 of Zoning Ordinance No. 3 for MPCA MS4 permit compliance, low-floor verification, and trail exemption (6-0)
• Approved July 11, 2022 meeting minutes
• Closed public hearing for Waters Edge Estates plat
• Closed public hearing for zoning ordinance amendment

Ditch Board

The Scott County Ditch Board will meet to approve previous minutes and adopt a resolution. The primary action is setting a final hearing regarding the redetermination of benefits findings for Scott County Ditch No. 10.

• Resolution No. 2022-192: Order to set a final hearing for Scott County Ditch No. 10 Redetermination of Benefits Findings

The Scott County Ditch Board approved Resolution No. 2022-192, setting a final hearing for the Ditch No. 10 Redetermination of Benefits Findings on August 24, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in Belle Plaine City Chambers. The board also approved the October 5, 2021 minutes. All votes were 4-0 with Chair Beard absent.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-192 setting final hearing for Ditch 10 (4-0)
• Approved October 5, 2021 minutes (4-0)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners will review budget amendments for highway projects and a conditional use permit for a new building. The board will also set a public hearing date regarding the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Trail of Terror.

• Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Interlock Concrete Products to build a 45,000 square foot building in Sand Creek Township
• Budget amendment and agreement amendment with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for Bluff Drive Trunk Highway 169 Overpass Project
• Budget amendment and second contract increase for County Highway 27 Expansion Project
• Public hearing scheduled for August 16, 2022, regarding Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 for Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Trail of Terror
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Parish of Saints Joachim & Anne in Louisville Township

The Scott County Board approved the consent agenda, including a conditional use permit amendment for Interlock Concrete Products to build a 45,000 sq ft building, budget amendments for the Bluff Drive TH 169 overpass and County Highway 27 expansion projects, a public hearing for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival, a temporary liquor license, and payroll actions. All votes were 4-0 with Chair Beard absent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved conditional use permit amendment for Interlock Concrete Products 45,000 sq ft building (4-0)
• Authorized budget amendment and agreement amendment for Bluff Drive TH 169 overpass project (4-0)
• Authorized budget amendment and second contract increase for County Highway 27 expansion (4-0)
• Set public hearing for Aug 16, 2022 on Renaissance Festival conditional use permit (4-0)
• Approved temporary on-sale liquor license for Parish of Saints Joachim & Anne (4-0)
• Approved payroll processing of 24 personnel actions (4-0)

Joint Ditch Board

The Le-Sueur/Scott Joint Ditch Board elected Commissioner Wolf as Chair and Commissioner King as Vice Chair for 2022. The board unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2022-191, setting a final hearing for the Scott/Le-Sueur Joint Ditch 3 Redetermination of Benefits Findings for August 24, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. in Belle Plaine City Chambers.

• Elected Commissioner Wolf as Chair of Joint Ditch Board 3 (roll call vote)
• Elected Commissioner King as Vice Chair of Joint Ditch Board 3 (roll call vote)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-191 setting final hearing for Ditch 3 benefits (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a workshop to review the second quarter financial update and conduct a budget workshop. The session includes discussions on a classification and compensation study and a juvenile alternative facility study board.

• Budget Workshop
• 2nd Quarter Financial Update
• Classification & Compensation Study
• Juvenile Alternative Facility Study Board
• 42 Re-Entry Property

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed catalytic converter ordinance. The agenda also includes several consent items related to highway projects, service agreements, and property dismissals.

• Public hearing for Scott County Ordinance No. 32 regarding possession of catalytic converters
• Amendment to the cooperative agreement with the City of Shakopee for the County Highway 83 Project
• Agreement with Mid-America Festivals Corporation for Sheriff's Office Services
• Budget amendment and contract increase for the County Highway 83 Project
• Cooperative agreement with the City of Credit River for the County Highway 27 Expansion Project

The board held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-184, enacting Scott County Ordinance No. 32, which makes possession of a catalytic converter separate from a vehicle without statutory authority a misdemeanor. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including agreements for the County Highway 83 and 27 projects, a liquor license renewal, and personnel actions. No public comment was offered at the hearing.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-184, Ordinance No. 32 on catalytic converter possession (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-175, amendment to cooperative agreement with Shakopee for Highway 83 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-180, agreement with Mid-America Festivals for Sheriff's Office services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-181, budget amendment and contract increase for Highway 83 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-183, cooperative agreement with Credit River for Highway 27 expansion (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-187, dismissing two properties from McMahon Lake Improvement District (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of 2 AM liquor license for SSK Group LLC dba Doherty's Tavern (unanimous)
• Approved payroll processing of personnel actions (unanimous)

County Board

The joint boards met to review 2022 partnership highlights and a proposed 2023 budget. No formal actions were taken on the budget or project updates, as the items were for information and discussion only.

• Proposed 2023 Partnership Budget of $2.88 million, an increase of $161,578
• Spring Lake Regional Park lakefront development (construction spring 2023)
• Cedar Lake Farm camper cabins and group camp (construction spring 2023)
• Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park hiking trails (construction 2024)
• Proposed $20,000 increase for seasonal staff hourly rates

The Three Rivers Park District and Scott County boards met jointly and heard presentations on 2022 partnership highlights, the proposed 2023 partnership budget, and proposed 2022 uses of fund balance. No formal decisions were made on these items; the only votes were to approve the agenda and adjourn, both unanimous. Two commissioners announced upcoming departures.

• Approved joint meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned joint meeting (unanimous)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners will meet to review several consent agenda items including grant applications and plat approvals. Following the main meeting, a workshop will address topics such as the McMahon LID and the Met Council SmartLink Contract.

• Resolution No. 2022-171: Final Plat of Amazed Acres consisting of 37 lots on 113.4 acres in Spring Lake Township
• Resolution No. 2022-168: Application for Strong Foundations: Evidence Based Family Home Visiting Funds via MDH
• Resolution No. 2022-173: Amendment to Minnesota Department of Health grant for public health emergency preparedness
• Resolution No. 2022-172: Drainage easement agreement with the Timothy L. Sardelli Revocable Trust
• Application for Jordan Fire Department Relief Association to conduct off-site gambling at Ridges at Sand Creek Golf Course

The Scott County Board of Commissioners met on July 12, 2022, and approved the consent agenda unanimously, which included resolutions for a family home visiting grant application, the final plat of Amazed Acres (37 lots on 113.4 acres in Spring Lake Township), a drainage easement agreement, a public health grant amendment, and a gambling permit for the Jordan Fire Department Relief Association. The board also received informational updates on legislative matters from MICA and on ARPA funds, and approved personnel actions and volunteer recognitions. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Approved Resolution 2022-168 authorizing application for Strong Foundations family home visiting funds (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-171 final plat of Amazed Acres, 37 lots on 113.4 acres in Spring Lake Township (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-172 drainage easement agreement with Timothy L. Sardelli Revocable Trust (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-173 amendment to MDH grant for public health emergency preparedness (unanimous)
• Approved Jordan Fire Department Relief Association off-site gambling permit at Ridges at Sand Creek Golf Course (unanimous)
• Approved payroll processing of personnel actions including 25 separations and 13 hires (unanimous)
• Approved recognition of 14 volunteers for liability insurance coverage (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 21, 2022 (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a workshop covering library partnerships and law enforcement technology. The meeting also includes an update regarding County Highway 83.

• Library Partnership Agreement
• Law Enforcement Technology Group (LETG)
• County Highway (CH) 83 Update

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two variance requests during this meeting. These include a request to reduce a bluff setback for a septic system replacement and a request to modify a lot line between two non-conforming lots.

• PL#2022-037: Variance from 50-foot bluff setback to 10 feet for septic system in Sand Creek Township
• PL#2022-041: Variance from 600-foot lot width to 75 feet to modify lot line in Helena Township

The Scott County Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests at its July 11, 2022 meeting. The first allowed a 40-foot bluff setback reduction to replace a non-compliant septic system in Sand Creek Township. The second allowed a lot width reduction from 600 feet to 75 feet to modify lot lines between two non-conforming lots in Helena Township, with a condition to dedicate road easement. Both motions passed unanimously (7-0).

• Approved 40-foot bluff setback variance for septic replacement (7-0)
• Approved lot width variance from 600 to 75 feet for lot line modification (7-0)
• Condition: dedicate 75 feet of roadway easement for CR 64 extension

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will consider a plat request for Panama Acres and conduct a one-year review of an interim use permit. The body will also approve minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting.

• PL#2022-034: Preliminary and Final Plat of Panama Acres (2 lots on 20 acres) in Cedar Lake Township
• PL#2021-044: One-year review of Interim Use Permit for Gretz Discovery Dayz Farm Camp in New Market Township

The Scott County Planning Advisory Commission approved the consent agenda, which included the preliminary and final plat for Panama Acres, a 2-lot subdivision on 20 acres in Cedar Lake Township. The commission also held a one-year review of the Gretz Discovery Dayz Farm Camp interim use permit; no action was taken on the review. The meeting adjourned after the review and staff updates.

• Approved May 9, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Panama Acres preliminary and final plat (unanimous)
• Conducted one-year review of Gretz Discovery Dayz Farm Camp IUP; no vote taken

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including plat approvals for Vergus Estates South and Doucette 3rd Addition. The meeting includes discussions on COVID-19 updates, early literacy, and the economic impact of agriculture.

• Vergus Estates South preliminary and final plat (7 lots on 71 acres) in Spring Lake Township
• Doucette 3rd Addition conditional use permit and plat (16.9 acres) in Louisville Township
• Cooperative agreement with City of Shakopee for signal management and traffic system budget amendment
• Construction cooperative agreement with City of Prior Lake for County Highway 21 and Revere Way project
• Public hearing set for July 19, 2022 regarding a Catalytic Converter Ordinance

The Scott County Board convened and unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included resolutions for a cooperative agreement with Shakopee for signal management, preliminary and final plats for Vergus Estates South and Doucette 3rd Addition, a conditional use permit amendment, applications for substance use disorder and mental health licenses, a construction agreement with Prior Lake, and various other administrative items. The board also approved a public hearing for a catalytic converter ordinance, temporary liquor licenses, citizen appointments, payroll actions, and disbursements totaling $48,404,334.54. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Approved cooperative agreement with Shakopee for signal management (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Vergus Estates South, 7 lots on 71 acres (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit amendment and plat for Doucette 3rd Addition (unanimous)
• Authorized application for substance use disorder treatment license (unanimous)
• Authorized application for adult rehabilitative mental health services provider (unanimous)
• Approved construction cooperative agreement with Prior Lake for Highway 21 and Revere Way (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for July 19 on catalytic converter ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements totaling $48,404,334.54 (unanimous)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on several land use permits and zoning changes. The board will also receive updates on ARPA funding and the county strategic plan.

• Rezone of 116.27 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 for the 37-lot Amazed Acres development in Spring Lake Township
• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 3 to allow additional accessory uses in Rural Business Reserve, Rural Industrial, and Heavy Industrial districts
• Conditional Use Permit for a dog training and boarding kennel in Section 29 Cedar Lake Township
• Conditional Use Permit for agricultural tourism and farm market with farm-stays in Section 23 Sand Creek Township
• Grant agreement with the Department of Corrections for the Re-entry and Halfway Housing Program

The Scott County Board unanimously approved a consent agenda including the rezoning of 116.27 acres in Spring Lake Township for a 37-lot residential development, along with several other resolutions, permits, licenses, and appointments. The board also adopted a resolution affirming the Standard Measures Program to report results to residents. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved rezoning of 116.27 acres to RR-2 for Amazed Acres (37 lots) (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit amendment for dog training kennel (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for agricultural tourism with farm-stays (unanimous)
• Approved interim use permit for accessory dwelling unit (unanimous)
• Approved temporary liquor licenses for Scott County Fair and Church of St. Patrick (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Library Board and Watershed District Board (unanimous)
• Approved payroll actions including 13 separations and 9 hires (unanimous)
• Approved disbursements totaling $18,795,961.88 (unanimous)

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive a report from the Community Health Services Administrator, Public Health staff, and the Scott County Medical Director.

• Approval of November 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Community Health Board Report from Public Health staff and Medical Director

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several regional projects and initiatives. The session includes updates on transportation and mental health services.

• Trunk Hwy 169 Projects Update
• Mental Health Continuum
• Spring Lake Lakefront Project
• Southern Valley Alliance

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including road projects, business permits, and budget amendments. The meeting also includes an information session on highway maintenance operations and a closed meeting regarding labor negotiation strategies.

• Interim Use Permit for property maintenance business at 4833 W 123rd, LLC in Sand Creek Township
• Agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for County Highways 69 and 78 roundabout services
• Budget amendment and contract increase for County Highway 27 Expansion Project
• Contract award to Valley Paving, Inc. for signal project at County Highway 15/16 in Shakopee
• Real property acquisition at 17500 263RD ST W in Blakeley Township

The Scott County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a 17-item consent agenda covering road projects, grants, employee benefits, and personnel actions. The board also proclaimed May 15-21 as National Police Week, received updates on COVID-19 and mental health services, and held a closed session on labor negotiations. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda with 17 resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved interim use permit for home extended business in Sand Creek Township (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Bolton & Menk for Highways 69 and 78 roundabout (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Valley Paving for signal project at County Highway 15/16 (unanimous)
• Approved employee benefit providers and costs for health, dental, life insurance (unanimous)
• Proclaimed May 15-21, 2022 as National Police Week (unanimous)
• Approved payroll processing of 17 personnel actions (unanimous)
• Approved closed meeting for labor negotiation strategies (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests in Sand Creek Township. These include a request to reduce a road centerline setback for farm-stays and a request to increase building height for a production facility.

• PL#2022-024: Request to reduce road centerline setback from 150 feet to 133 feet for farm-stays in Sand Creek Township
• PL#2022-028: Request to increase maximum building height from 45 feet to 52 feet 9 inches for a 45,000-sf production building in Sand Creek Township

The Scott County Board of Adjustment unanimously approved two variances. The first allows a 17-foot reduction from the required 150-foot road centerline setback to 133 feet for a farm-stay building at Sutton Ridge Farms. The second allows a height increase from 45 feet to 52 feet 9 inches for a 45,000-square-foot production building at Interlock Concrete Products. Both motions passed 7-0.

• Approved Sutton Ridge Farms variance to 133' setback for farm-stay building (7-0)
• Approved Interlock Concrete Products variance to 52'9" height for production building (7-0)
• Approved April 11, 2022 Board of Adjustment minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearings for both variance requests (unanimous)

Planning Advisory Commission

The commission will review several requests for interim and conditional use permits across Sand Creek and Cedar Lake Townships. The agenda also includes a presentation on the County Transportation Improvement Plan and a workshop regarding private airport and heliport standards.

• Interim Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit in Section 11, Sand Creek Township
• Conditional Use Permit for dog training and boarding in Section 29, Cedar Lake Township
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for a 45,000 SF concrete production building in Section 4, Sand Creek Township
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for agricultural tourism and farm-stays in Section 23, Sand Creek Township
• Zoning ordinance amendment regarding auto, heavy equipment, and semi-tractor trailer uses

The Scott County Planning Advisory Commission approved a consent agenda with an interim use permit for an accessory dwelling unit and a conditional use permit transfer for a dog training/boarding kennel. It also recommended approval of a CUP amendment for a 45,000 SF concrete production building and a CUP amendment for agricultural tourism with farm-stays. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved interim use permit for ADU for family member (unanimous)
• Approved CUP transfer to Minnesota Canine Consulting LLC for dog kennel (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CUP amendment for Interlock Concrete Products 45,000 SF building (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of CUP amendment for Sutton Ridge Farm agricultural tourism with farm-stays (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of zoning ordinance amendment for auto/heavy equipment sales in RBR, I-1, I-2 districts (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items including highway sealcoat contracts and a community solar project. The meeting also includes an update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

• 2022 Annual County Highway Sealcoat contract with Pearson Bros., Inc.
• Budget amendment for $59,625 and contract with MP Asphalt Maintenance LLC for Trail Preventative Maintenance
• Interim Use Permit for a 1 MW Community Solar Energy System in Belle Plaine Township
• Contract increase for County Highway 17 Pedestrian Bridge Project
• Property tax abatement for MH Exchange IV LLC in Shakopee

The Scott County Board approved all consent agenda items, including a 1 MW community solar project in Belle Plaine Township, the 2022 highway sealcoat contract, a trail maintenance contract, and a psychiatric consultation service agreement. The board also heard public comments from Shakopee High School students about mental health and racism, and received an ARPA update. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved interim use permit for 1 MW community solar system in Belle Plaine Township (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 annual county highway sealcoat contract to Pearson Bros., Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded trail preventative maintenance contract to MP Asphalt Maintenance LLC with $59,625 budget amendment (unanimous)
• Approved service agreement with St. Croix Psychiatric, LLC dba PrairieCare Medical Group for psychiatric consultation (unanimous)
• Approved property tax abatement for MH Exchange IV LLC in Shakopee (unanimous)
• Approved master partnership agreement with MnDOT (unanimous)
• Approved payroll processing of personnel actions including separations, hires, and promotions (unanimous)
• Proclaimed May 1-7, 2022 as Correctional Officers' Week (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt a final redistricting plan for the Scott County Commissioner and Scott Soil and Water Conservation Districts. The meeting includes several project payments and agreements for county infrastructure and IT services.

• Public hearing and adoption of Final Redistricting Plan for Commissioner and Soil and Water Conservation Districts
• Rezone of 80 acres from A-1 to A-3 and plat approval for Riesgraf Farm in Sand Creek Township
• Final payments to Mathiowetz Construction Company (County Highway 42) and Ames Construction, Inc. (Trunk Highway 169/41 Interchange)
• Agreement with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for County Highway 17 Reconstruction preliminary design
• Agreement with Diamond Drug, Inc. for pharmaceutical services for the Scott County Jail

The board adopted a final redistricting plan (Plan #9) for county commissioner and soil and water conservation districts after a public hearing, and set district terms with District 1 finishing a 4-year term and District 3 taking a 2-year term. The consent agenda was approved unanimously, including final payments for road projects, a software agreement, and a rezoning. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted redistricting Plan #9 (unanimous)
• Set commissioner district terms: District 1 4-year, District 3 2-year, Districts 2, 4, 5 4-year (unanimous)
• Approved final payment to Mathiowetz Construction for County Highway 42 (unanimous)
• Approved final payment to Ames Construction for TH 169/41 interchange (unanimous)
• Approved software agreement with Cartegraph Systems (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary design agreement with SRF Consulting for County Highway 17 (unanimous)
• Approved IT managed services agreement with CDW Government (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 80 acres to A-3 and plat of Riesgraf Farm (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a public hearing request regarding a property setback. The board will also approve the minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting.

• PL#2022-015: Request to reduce setback from a DNR Protected Watercourse from 100' to 74.9' to replace a single-family home in Spring Lake Township

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing Vitaliy Tereshkov to replace a single-family home at 74.9 feet from a DNR-protected watercourse, instead of the required 100-foot setback. The decision was based on criteria including the lot's pre-existing nonconforming status and included conditions for a township recommendation and a 25-foot vegetative buffer. The meeting also approved the previous minutes and adjourned.

• Approved Tereshkov variance (PL#2022-015) to reduce setback from 100' to 74.9' (7-0)
• Approved March 14, 2022 Board of Adjustment minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing for Tereshkov variance (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:44 PM (unanimous)

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will consider several requests for rezoning, platting, and use permits. Key items include a proposal for a community solar energy system and various residential and industrial land use changes.

• Interim Use Permit for a 1 MW Community Solar Energy System in Belle Plaine Township
• Rezone of 116.27 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 and preliminary plat of Amazed Acres in Spring Lake Township
• Conditional Use Permit amendment to add 5.40 acres for industrial storage at Doucette 3rd Addition in Louisville Township
• Rezone of 80 acres from A-1 to A-3 and plat of Riesgraf Farm in Sand Creek Township
• Preliminary and final plat of Vergus Estates South (7 lots on 71 acres) in Spring Lake Township

The Scott County Planning Advisory Commission approved a rezoning and preliminary plat for Amazed Acres, a 37-lot subdivision on 116.27 acres in Spring Lake Township, with conditions to be met before County Board consideration. The commission also approved several other items on the consent agenda, including plats, a rezoning, and an interim use permit, as well as a conditional use permit amendment and a solar energy interim use permit.

• Approved rezoning of 116.27 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 and preliminary plat of Amazed Acres (37 lots) (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including Vergus Estates South preliminary/final plat (7 lots), Riesgraf Farm rezoning and plats, and Hernandez interim use permit (unanimous)
• Approved CUP amendment and preliminary/final plat for Doucette 3rd Addition (7-0)
• Approved interim use permit for IPS Solar 1 MW community solar energy system (7-0)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several consent agenda items including construction contracts, land plats, and budget amendments. The meeting also includes a public hearing scheduled for April 19 regarding redistricting plans.

• 2022 Pavement Preservation Program contract with McNamara Contracting Inc.
• Scenic Bay Estates final plat consisting of 19 lots and 1 outlot in Spring Lake Township
• Field Stone Industrial Park Second Addition preliminary and final plat in New Market Township
• Budget amendments for American Rescue Plan Act funds across multiple park and housing projects
• Public hearing on April 19 regarding Scott County Commissioner and Soil and Water Conservation District redistricting

The Scott County Board approved a consent agenda including a construction contract for the 2022 Pavement Preservation Program, several ARPA-funded agreements for regional park projects, and various permits and licenses. The board also approved a grant application for Community Living Infrastructure funds and set a public hearing on redistricting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $11.6M in claims and disbursements (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Pavement Preservation contract to McNamara Contracting Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA-funded agreements for Cleary Lake, Cedar Lake Farms, and Doyle-Kennefick park projects (unanimous)
• Approved final plat of Scenic Bay Estates (19 lots) in Spring Lake Township (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for commercial restoration nursery in St. Lawrence Township (unanimous)
• Approved interim use permit for home extended business in Spring Lake Township (unanimous)
• Approved Community Living Infrastructure grant application (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for April 19 on redistricting plans (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a workshop covering several administrative topics. Discussion items include workforce development, a catalytic converter ordinance, and updates on ARPA projects.

• Workforce Development Board discussion
• Catalytic Converter Ordinance discussion
• ARPA Projects Update
• Emergency Management Plan review
• Redistricting discussion

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions including land acquisition for a park reserve and a zoning change in New Market Township. The board will also receive updates on COVID-19 and mental health services.

• Grant funding for land acquisition for Blakeley Bluffs Park Reserve
• Rezone of 11.19 acres to Rural Residential Single Family District in New Market Township
• Establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District
• Conditional Use Permit for sale of marine equipment in St. Lawrence Township
• Agreement with St. David's Center for Child & Family Development for Education Neglect Services

The board unanimously adopted Resolution 2022-56 ordering the establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District, with a change allowing certain non-lakeshore (Class 2) property owners to be removed from the district upon receiving a letter from the watershed management organization. The board also approved several consent agenda items, including a rezone, a conditional use permit, and various agreements and licenses.

• Adopted Resolution 2022-56 establishing McMahon Lake Improvement District (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-34 accepting grant for Blakeley Bluffs Park Reserve land acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved rezone of 11.19 acres to RR-2 and plat of Bolar's Walnut Meadow (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit amendment for sale of boat lifts and marine equipment (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with St. David's Center for education neglect services (unanimous)
• Approved cooperative agreement with Three Rivers Park District for trail maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to City of Jordan bluff and stormwater ordinances (unanimous)
• Approved license renewals for Excel Pawn, MN Renaissance Festival, and St. Benedict Baseball (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests in Cedar Lake and Helena Townships. The board will also elect its officers for 2022.

• Public hearing for Hegge variance (PL#2022-006) to increase attached garage ratio from 100% to 114% of house footprint
• Public hearing for Jim Klem variance (PL#2022-007) to increase impervious lot coverage from 25% to 39% for a home replacement
• Election of 2022 Board of Adjustment officers

The Scott County Board of Adjustment approved two variances. The first allowed Matthew Hegge to increase his attached garage ratio from 100% to 114% of the house footprint (7-0). The second allowed Greg Kohlbeck to increase impervious lot coverage from 25% to 39.6% to replace a single-family home (6-1). The board also elected officers for 2022.

• Approved Hegge variance for attached garage ratio increase to 114% (7-0)
• Approved Kohlbeck variance for impervious lot coverage increase to 39.6% (6-1)
• Elected Ray Huber as Chair, Donna Hentges as Vice Chair, Deputy Clerk as Secretary (7-0)
• Approved December 12, 2021 minutes (4-0, three abstentions)

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission is holding public hearings on three land use requests and one preliminary plat. One item regarding a community solar energy system has been moved to a future meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for a Commercial Restoration Nursery in St. Lawrence Township (PL#2022-010)
• Interim Use Permit for a Home Extended Business in Spring Lake Township (PL#2022-008)
• Preliminary Plat of Field Stone Industrial Park Second Addition, 2 lots of 9.45 acres in New Market Township (PL#2021-088)
• Community Solar Energy System request (PL#2022-009) moved to a future meeting

The Planning Advisory Commission approved a conditional use permit for Resource Environmental Solutions LLC to operate a commercial restoration nursery in St. Lawrence Township, with 6 ayes and 1 absence. The commission also approved an interim use permit for a home-extended business for Advanced Wall, Inc. in Spring Lake Township, and a preliminary and final plat for Field Stone Industrial Park Second Addition in New Market Township. All recommendations are subject to conditions and will go to the County Board for final consideration.

• Approved conditional use permit for commercial restoration nursery (6-0, 1 absent)
• Approved interim use permit for home-extended business for Advanced Wall, Inc. (6-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat for Field Stone Industrial Park Second Addition (6-0, 1 abstention)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including land use changes and infrastructure agreements. Discussions also include creating pilot hiring bonus programs for public safety positions in the Sheriff’s Office.

• Rezoning 40 acres from UER to UERC in Helena Township
• Cooperative Construction Agreement with MnDOT for County Highway 8 and Trunk Highway 13
• Contract with Plante Moran for Enterprise Resource Planning project management services
• Elimination of daily overdue fines and removal of library extended use fees
• Pilot hiring and referral bonus programs for Sheriff’s Office public safety positions

The Scott County Board approved all consent agenda items, including a resolution to eliminate daily library overdue fines and remove extended use fees. The board also adopted a resolution creating pilot hiring and referral bonus programs for public safety positions in the Sheriff's Office. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved lease with David O'Brien for county property in St. Lawrence Township (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 40 acres from UER to UERC in Helena Township (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to 2040 Comprehensive Plan for Unified Transit Management Plan (unanimous)
• Approved cooperative construction agreement with MnDOT for Highway 8/TH 13 project (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Plante Moran for ERP project management services (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with University of Minnesota for Extension Services (unanimous)
• Approved amended agreement with MPCA for recycling development grant (unanimous)
• Approved amended financial policy, rescinding Resolution 2019-008 (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the extension of a transportation sales tax and the establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District. The agenda also includes several consent items involving infrastructure, mental health services, and developer agreements.

• Public hearing on extending a Transportation Sales Tax and adopting a 2023-2032 program
• Public hearing on establishing the McMahon Lake Improvement District
• Budget amendment of $366,749 for the TH 169 CH 59 Interchange Design
• Resolution approving the preliminary and final plat of 169 Commercial Park in Louisville Township
• Agreement with Minnesota Department of Transportation for the Trunk Highway 13 and Dakota Avenue Interchange

The Board held a public hearing and adopted Resolution No. 2022-54, authorizing continuation of the transportation sales tax and adopting the 2023-2032 Transportation Tax Program of Projects, with an amendment to include the Bloomington Ferry Bridge. The Board also held a public hearing on the proposed McMahon Lake Improvement District but took no action, with a decision expected by March 15. All consent agenda items were approved unanimously, including plats, contracts, and personnel actions.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2022-54, authorizing continuation of the transportation sales tax and adopting the 2023-2032 project list, amended to include the Bloomington Ferry Bridge.
• Approved the preliminary and final plat of 169 Commercial Park (3 lots, 1 outlet) and a three-way developers agreement in Louisville Township.
• Approved an agreement with Access Networks, Inc. for fiber field audit services.
• Awarded a contract to Safety Signs for a county highway sign replacement project.
• Authorized a master agreement with WSB and Associates for Jordan Area 169 projects and a $366,749 budget amendment for TH 169/OH 59 interchange design.
• Approved a second amendment to an agreement with Iteris, Inc. for traffic management software.
• Authorized Agreement No. 1047898 with MnDOT for the Trunk Highway 13 and Dakota Avenue interchange.
• Approved appointments to the Prior Lake/Spring Lake Watershed District Board and payroll processing of personnel actions.

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission is meeting to consider land use requests, including a 19-lot plat and two rezoning applications. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a residential plat and a conditional use permit amendment for marine equipment sales.

• Final Plat of Scenic Bay Estates (19 lots on 104.42 acres) in Spring Lake Township
• Rezone of 40 acres from UER to UERC in Helena Township
• Rezone of 11.19 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 and Preliminary Plat of Bolars Walnut Meadow (4 lots) in New Market Township
• Conditional Use Permit Amendment for sale of used cars, boat lifts, docks, and marine equipment in St. Lawrence Township

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items including conditional use permits and a preliminary plat. A public hearing is scheduled for February 15, 2022, regarding the establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District.

• Final payment to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp. for 2021 sealcoating contract
• Amendment to Schieffer Heliport conditional use permit in Cedar Lake Township
• Conditional use permit for a private indoor horse-riding arena in New Market Township
• Preliminary plat for Scenic Bay Estates consisting of 19 lots and 1 outlot in Spring Lake Township
• Public hearing for the establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District

The Scott County Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included final payment for a sealcoating contract, amendments to the Schieffer Heliport conditional use permit, a conditional use permit for a private indoor horse-riding arena, and preliminary plat approval for Scenic Bay Estates. The board also approved payroll actions and set a public hearing for the McMahon Lake Improvement District. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Approved final payment to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp. for 2021 sealcoating (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Schieffer Heliport CUP modifying conditions 8 and 9 (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for private indoor horse-riding arena in New Market Township (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat for Scenic Bay Estates, 19 lots on 104.42 acres (unanimous)
• Approved payroll processing of personnel actions including separations and hires (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Feb 15, 2022 on McMahon Lake Improvement District (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions including land acquisitions and rezoning requests in Spring Lake Township. The board is also scheduling a public hearing regarding the extension of the transportation sales tax.

• Purchase of property at 3691 Marschall Road
• Rezoning of 53 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 in Section 23 of Spring Lake Township
• Rezoning and plat approval for Ebenhoh Acres (2 lots on 20 acres) in Section 14 of Spring Lake Township
• Public hearing set for February 15 regarding the extension of the transportation sales tax
• Establishment and appointment of the Scott County Redistricting Committee

The Scott County Board unanimously approved a 15-item consent agenda, including resolutions for a cooperative maintenance agreement with Credit River, purchase of property at 3691 Marschaii Road, final plat of Marxen Farm, rezoning of 53 acres in Spring Lake Township, and appointments to advisory committees. The board also set a public hearing for February 15 on extending the transportation sales tax and approved $18.8 million in December disbursements. No substantive decisions were made outside the consent agenda.

• Approved cooperative maintenance agreement with City of Credit River for Highway 21/91/Natchez signal system (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of property at 3691 Marschaii Road (unanimous)
• Approved final plat of Marxen Farm, 4 lots on 10 acres in Spring Lake Township (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 53 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 in Spring Lake Township (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning and plat of Ebenhoh Acres, 2 lots on 20 acres in Spring Lake Township (unanimous)
• Set public hearing for Feb 15 on transportation sales tax extension (unanimous)
• Approved payroll actions including hires, separations, and promotions (unanimous)
• Approved $18,846,492.73 in December disbursements (unanimous)

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will hold public hearings on four land-use requests. These include a commercial final plat, a residential rezoning, and two conditional use permits.

• Final Plat for Highway 169 Commercial consisting of 2 lots and 1 outlot on 37 acres
• Rezoning of 53 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 in Spring Lake Township
• Conditional Use Permit for a private indoor horse-riding arena in New Market Township
• Amendment to Schieffer Heliport Conditional Use Permit to remove operational and usage limits

The commission approved amendments to the Schieffer heliport conditional use permit, increasing annual flights from 50 to 75 and extending hours to 7am-9pm with two exceptions to 10pm year-round. The request to remove the restriction limiting use to the applicant's helicopter was denied. The commission also approved the consent agenda, a conditional use permit for a private indoor riding arena, and elected officers for 2022.

• Approved consent agenda including 169 Commercial Park final plat and Engh rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use permit for Rudolph private indoor horse-riding arena (7-0)
• Denied removal of Condition #7 restricting heliport use to applicant's helicopter (unanimous)
• Approved increasing heliport flights from 50 to 75 per year in Condition #8 (unanimous)
• Approved extending heliport hours to 7am-9pm with 2 exceptions to 10pm year-round in Condition #9 (5-2)
• Elected Tom Vonhof as Chair, Barbara Johnson as Vice Chair, Lee Watson as Secretary (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022 and review a consent agenda featuring multiple infrastructure and service contracts. The meeting includes decisions on law enforcement equipment, road projects, and staff salaries.

• Contract with Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative for the Families Moving Forward Program for $110,000
• Construction contract for the County Highway 83 Project awarded to Hoffman Construction Company
• Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for a body-worn and in-car camera system
• Approval of 4 full-time equivalent positions using American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Pavement rehabilitation project on County Highway 27 cooperative agreement with the City of Savage

The board unanimously elected Commissioner Beard as Chair and Commissioner Wolf as Vice Chair for 2022. They approved a 27-item consent agenda including contracts, agreements, and resolutions, plus personnel actions and liquor licenses. No items were debated or denied.

• Elected Commissioner Beard as Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Wolf as Vice Chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-1 adopting 2022 operating rules (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-3 designating Jordan Independent as official newspaper (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-5 awarding County Highway 83 contract to Hoffman Construction (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-7 $110,000 service agreement with Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-8 agreement with Axon Enterprise for body-worn cameras (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2022-19 adding 4 FTE positions funded by ARPA (unanimous)