Sherburne County, MN

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Community Health Board

Board of Commissioners

Economic Development Authority

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Economic Development Authority

Board of Commissioners

Community Health Board

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Economic Development Authority

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Economic Development Authority

Economic Development Authority

Economic Development Authority

Economic Development Authority

Economic Development Authority

Economic Development Authority

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting on August 4, 2026, and received the 2027 Budget Presentation from the Auditor & Treasurer Department(s), presented by Auditor Loraine Rupp. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after the presentation.

• Received 2027 budget presentation from Auditor & Treasurer Department(s)

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, covering a consent agenda with routine approvals and a regular agenda with presentations and action items. Key items include a proposed zoning ordinance amendment to add veterinary clinics as an interim use, a resolution to acquire property for a highway safety project, and a planned restructure of Health and Human Services. The meeting also includes a closed session for a performance evaluation and a workshop on semiquincentennial events.

• Zoning ordinance amendment to add veterinary clinic as interim use
• Resolution to acquire property for County Highway 94 Safety Improvement Project
• Approval of HHS planned restructure
• Contract with Thomson Reuters (Westlaw) for County Attorney's Office
• Agreement with LHB Corp for bridge design on CSAH 11 and CSAH 16

Economic Development Authority

The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will review updates to its 2026 Strategic Plan. The body is deciding on a funding request for the Central Region Small Business Development Center and a loan subordination agreement with Sand Dunes Properties LLC.

• Funding request for Central Region Small Business Development Center
• Updated Revolving Loan Fund Subordination Agreement with Sand Dunes Properties LLC
• 2026 Sherburne County EDA Strategic Plan updates and proposed changes
• Presentation from Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Erika Camplin and Jennifer Alexander
• Sherburne County Child Care Availability Map presentation

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will meet on August 4, 2026, to consider routine administrative actions, including reappointing the county surveyor and approving solid waste licenses for local facilities. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with multiple standard approvals and a regular agenda item on a new vehicle sales business permit.

• Reappointment of Russ Heiling as Sherburne County Surveyor
• Approval of solid waste licenses for Elk River Landfill, Inc. and Elk River Yard Waste Transfer Station
• Approval of a Modified Solid Waste License for the City of Elk River Yard Waste Transfer Station
• Approval of an Interim Use Permit for Hussin Alkhalaf’s vehicle, boat, and farm implements business
• Approval of a Preliminary and Final Simple Plat for "Moeller Oaks" by David Jurek

The Sherburne County Board approved an interim use permit for Hussin Alkhalaf to sell vehicles, boats, and farm implements at 18005 198th Ave NW, Big Lake, with 12 conditions. The board also approved a preliminary and final plat for 'Moeller Oaks' in Palmer Township, and reappointed Russ Heiling as County Surveyor. A special meeting was scheduled for August 27 to address citizen concerns about the budget and property taxes.

• Approved interim use permit for vehicle sales at 18005 198th Ave NW, Big Lake (5-0)
• Approved preliminary and final plat of 'Moeller Oaks' in Palmer Township (5-0)
• Reappointed Russ Heiling as County Surveyor for term Oct 3, 2026 - Oct 3, 2030 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants, licenses, and agreements (5-0)
• Scheduled special meeting for Aug 27 at 6:30pm to address budget and tax concerns
• Approved waiver for City of Elk River yard waste transfer station financial assurance
• Approved renewal of solid waste license for Elk River Landfill through Dec 31, 2031
• Approved joint powers agreement with Becker and Big Lake for emergency response unit

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop session to continue budget discussions for the upcoming fiscal year. Presentations from multiple departments including Community Corrections, Veterans, Court Admin, Recorder, I.T., History Center, Building Facilities, Extension, Sheriff, and HHS are scheduled throughout the day.

• 9:00 a.m. Community Corrections budget presentation
• 11:15 a.m. I.T. budget presentation
• 1:30 p.m. Sheriff budget presentation
• 2:30 p.m. HHS (Health and Human Services) budget presentation
• 12:30 p.m. Building Facilities budget presentation

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting a new zoning ordinance, zoning map, and subdivision ordinance. Other business includes property acquisition for highway improvements and the appointment of a new Planning and Zoning Administrator.

• Adoption of Zoning Ordinance (ORD 292), Zoning Map (ORD 298), and Subdivision Ordinance (ORD 297)
• Approval of a $292,356.79 Office of Justice Programs Crisis Response Grant
• Property acquisition for the County State Aid Highway 23 Improvement Project
• Interim Use Permit for a 2.475 MW solar farm for Cedar Creek Energy
• Lowest responsive bidder approval for Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC for CSAH 4 & CR 46 Roundabout

The Board of Commissioners adopted a new Zoning Ordinance (ORD 292), a new Official Zoning Map (ORD 298), and a new Subdivision Ordinance (ORD 297). Other key actions included approving a $2.18M roundabout construction contract and appointing Marc Schneider as Planning & Zoning Administrator.

• Approved $2,177,387.39 contract to Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC for CSAH 4 & CR 46 Roundabout
• Adopted Zoning Ordinance No. 292, Zoning Map Ordinance No. 298, and Subdivision Ordinance No. 297
• Appointed Marc Schneider as Planning & Zoning Administrator
• Approved Interim Use Permit for a 2.475 MW Solar Farm for Cedar Creek Energy
• Approved $292,356.79 Office of Justice Programs Crisis Response Grant
• Approved $128,000 BNSF Crossing Surface Agreement on CSAH 8
• Tabled zoning amendment to add Veterinary Clinic as an Interim Use
• Approved liquor license renewals for Boulder Creek Wine Bar (4-1) and Briggs Lake Liquor

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburner County Board held an open workshop. Staff gave updates on solar power decommissioning rates, potential property value impacts, the Cannabis Committee, and the upcoming separation of the County Auditor and Treasurer positions. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Board will discuss the 2026 legislative recap and 2027 outlook, then consider a consent agenda with routine items including hiring FTEs, approving grants, and road projects. The regular agenda features several land-use decisions: an amendment to the zoning ordinance to allow veterinary clinics as an interim use, a comprehensive land use map amendment for a private solar field, an interim use permit for a solar farm, a rezoning from agricultural to commercial, an interim use permit for vehicle/boat/farm implement sales, and an interim use permit for a portable asphalt and concrete mixing plant. A separate ditch authority session and a workshop on solar facility decommissioning and a cannabis committee update follow.

• Consider interim use permit for solar farm - Cedar Creek Energy
• Consider rezoning from Agricultural to Commercial - Anthony & Gina Forcier
• Consider zoning ordinance amendment to add veterinary clinic as interim use
• Consider low bid award for Central Campus Asphalt Repairs
• Consider approval to hire up to 9 FTE’s for MAAFPCWDA child welfare requirements

The Sherburner County Board unanimously approved an amendment to the Comprehensive Land‑Use Map, converting 43.22 acres from Agricultural Residential to Energy Production for a private solar field. The board also approved several other items, including a $2,118,198.75 roundabout contract, a $427,924 grade‑crossing agreement with BNSF, and a $772,145 DCYF Prevention Services grant. Additional actions included a lease extension with the Soil and Water Conservation District, a proclamation for "Celebrate America" Week, and temporary over‑strength for two patrol deputy positions.

• Approved amendment to land‑use map for private solar field (unanimous)
• Approved lowest responsive bidder New Look Contracting Inc. for roundabout $2,118,198.75 (unanimous)
• Approved Grade Crossing Construction Maintenance and Easement Agreement with BNSF, total $427,924 (unanimous)
• Accepted DCYF Prevention Services Grant $772,145 for 2 child‑protection FTEs (unanimous)
• Approved lease extension with Sherburne County SWCD at $31,210 annual cost (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation designating June 29‑July 4 as "Celebrate America" Week (unanimous)
• Approved temporary over‑strength of two patrol deputy positions (unanimous)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for Chad Hunt to National Plow Driving Skills Competition (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will discuss the 2026-2027 economic development budget and consider approving two grant applications: a Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant and a Minnesota Housing Community Stabilization Grant. The board will also receive a presentation from the Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center and discuss potential updates to its 2026-2030 strategic plan.

• Receive Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center presentation from Tim Zipoy
• Receive and discuss 2026-2027 Economic Development Budget presentation
• Consider approving a Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant application
• Consider approving a Minnesota Housing Community Stabilization Grant proposal
• Discuss potential updates to the Sherburne County EDA 2026-2030 Strategic Plan

The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority approved submitting a Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant application and authorized the Board Chair to send a letter of support for Options, Inc. The board also approved the agenda (with item #4 removed) and the May 7, 2026 minutes. Presentations were received from the Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center and on the 2026-2027 Economic Development Budget, and potential strategic plan updates were discussed for review in August.

• Approved submitting Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant application (unanimous)
• Authorized Board Chair to send letter of support for Options, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved June 4, 2026 agenda with removal of item #4 and addition of Options, Inc. update (unanimous)
• Approved May 7, 2026 EDA meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will vote on a resolution authorizing property acquisition by eminent domain for the CSAH 33 Safety and Mobility Project. Other regular agenda items include amending the Eagle Lake Improvement District order, approving a solid waste license for the Elk River Yard Waste Transfer Site, and receiving updates on state and federal legislative activities. The board will also hold a workshop on the 2027 budget, jail replacement project, and implementation of the Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act.

• Consider Resolution No. 060226-AD-3294 for CSAH 33 Safety and Mobility Project and authorize eminent domain if necessary
• Consider amending the Eagle Lake Improvement District (ELID) Establishing Order
• Consider approval of a Solid Waste License for Elk River Yard Waste Transfer Site
• Consider approval of Professional Service Agreement with Bolton & Menk for CRISI and RCE grant applications
• Workshop on Jail Replacement and HHW/Multi-Purpose Facility Project(s) update

The board approved the lowest responsive bidder, Knife River, for the $3,791,805.74 reconstruction of County State Aid Highway 23. It also approved a solid‑waste license for the City of Elk River yard‑waste transfer site by a 4‑1 vote, and unanimously authorized property acquisition for the CSAH 33 Safety and Mobility Project. Additional approvals included professional service agreements and resolutions to pursue federal rail‑infrastructure and railroad‑crossing grants.

• Approved Knife River contract $3,791,805.74 for CSAH 23 reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved solid‑waste license for Elk River yard‑waste transfer site (4‑1)
• Approved amendment to Eagle Lake Improvement District order (unanimous)
• Approved property acquisition for CSAH 33 Safety and Mobility Project (unanimous)
• Approved professional service agreement with Bolton & Menk for CRISI grant application
• Approved professional service agreement with Bolton & Menk for RCE grant application
• Approved gambling premises permit for Santiago Lions Club event
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for Commissioner Felber to Texas NACo Rural Energy Academy

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburner County Board of Commissioners held a workshop where they reviewed staff recommendations for the 2027 departmental strategic budget, received updates on the jail replacement and multi‑purpose facility projects, and discussed implementation of the Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners opened a workshop, held a joint conversation with U.S. Department of State International Visitor Leadership Program participants, and then adjourned. No motions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider a consent agenda with routine items including a 2-year lease extension with Tri-CAP, a low bid for building exterior repairs, and approval of 2026 pavement markings. A regular agenda includes receiving the Auditor-Treasurer's monthly report and a discussion on state and federal legislative activities. The meeting will also feature a closed session for union labor negotiations.

• Consider approval of a 2-year lease extension with Tri-CAP
• Consider approval of the Building Exterior Repair low bid for Spring/Summer 2026
• Consider approval of the lowest responsive bidder for 2026 Pavement Markings, CP 71-PM-026
• Consider approval of the 2026 State of Minnesota Federal Boating Patrol Supplemental Grant
• Closed session for review and discussion of union/labor negotiations and strategies

The Sherburne County Board unanimously approved several service contracts, including a $351,200.11 pavement markings contract and a $49,900 masonry repair contract for the Government Center. It also approved a lease extension with Tri‑CAP, a $150,600 jail painting contract, wage‑adjustment MOUs, and multiple position reclassifications. Additional approvals covered a $5,500 boating safety grant and a $2,669 conference travel expense.

• Approved lease extension with Tri‑CAP for Jackson Street Facility (2027‑2028) (unanimous)
• Approved reorganization of the Building Facilities Division and a $1,495 monthly custodial contract amendment (unanimous)
• Approved $49,900 masonry repair contract with Caulkers Co., Inc. for Government Center (unanimous)
• Approved $351,200.11 pavement markings contract with Sir Lines‑A‑Lot, LLC (Project CP 71‑PM‑026) (unanimous)
• Approved wage‑adjustment MOUs with Minnesota Public Employees Association and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of multiple county positions across several departments (unanimous)
• Approved $150,600 painting contract with Almost Free Painting for County Jail (unanimous)
• Approved $5,500 State of Minnesota Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Patrol Grant (unanimous)

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board will consider approving the minutes from a previous meeting and a collaborative agreement with Benton and Stearns counties. The board will also receive a bi-monthly update from the administrator.

• Approval of March 17, 2026, meeting minutes
• Approval of Central Minnesota Alliance Collaborative Agreement
• CHS Administrator's Bi-Monthly Update

Economic Development Authority

The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will hear presentations on the Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP) and from Elk River's economic development department, discuss a 2026 housing workshop/summit, and receive an update from Arvig. No final decisions or votes on proposals appear on the agenda; the meeting is focused on information sharing.

• Presentation on the Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP) by Greg Krenz
• Presentation from the City of Elk River's Economic Development Department by Brent O'Neil and Joshua Mollan
• Discussion on the 2026 Sherburne County Housing Workshop/Summit
• Arvig update/presentation by EDA Board Member Laura Kangas

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the Economic Development Authority meeting agenda for May 7, 2026. They also unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2, 2026 EDA meeting. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:25 a.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved EDA meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 2, 2026 EDA minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:25 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will vote on several land-use items, including an interim use permit for a solar farm and a comprehensive plan amendment for Eilers Garden LLC. Other regular agenda items include approval of a salvage yard license, a pedestrian trail grant resolution, and a legislative update. The consent agenda covers routine approvals such as minutes, warrants, contracts, and grant applications.

• Interim use permit for a solar farm (Eilers Garden LLC)
• Amendment to Comprehensive Plan Land-Use Map (Eilers Garden LLC)
• Interim use permit for manufactured home for family (Todd Schendzielos)
• Solid waste license for Import Motors, LLC Salvage Yard
• Resolution supporting pedestrian trail grant along CSAH 23

The Sherburne County Board unanimously approved the consent agenda and a series of operational items, including bingo event permits, financial warrants, and service agreements. It selected G&M Outdoor Services as the lowest responsive bidder for Two Inlets Park improvements at a cost of $1,667,816.67. Additional approvals covered a juvenile evaluation contract, a federal boating safety grant of $2,303, and an interim use permit for a manufactured home.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous), removing item 4.5
• Approved Carefree Country Club bingo event applications for multiple 2026 dates (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner & Manual Warrants totaling $1,654,? (unanimous) – includes $567,096.16, $316,691.77, $682,746.95, $15,221.63, $38,987.76, $23,735.71
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Katheryn Cranbrook at $175/hr (unanimous)
• Approved Lowest Responsive Bidder G&M Outdoor Services for Two Inlets Park improvements – $1,667,816.67 (unanimous)
• Approved Master Service Agreements with Braun Intertec and American Engineering Testing for 2026‑2027 testing services (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Equipment Grant – $2,303 (unanimous)
• Approved Interim Use Permit for manufactured home for Todd & Yvonne Schendzielos with five conditions (unanimous)

Regional Rail Authority

The Sherburne County Board held an open workshop on April 21, 2026. The County Sheriff presented an update on the jail replacement project. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 pm.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider resolutions to deny a comprehensive plan amendment and interim use permit for a 3.5 MW solar farm (Elk River Solar) proposed by Minnesota Municipal Power Agency. Other key actions include approving a $55,500 vehicle purchase for Planning and Zoning, awarding road construction bids, issuing a solid waste license to Curbside Waste, Inc., and receiving reports on jail waste sort and landfill groundwater monitoring. A workshop will update the jail replacement project.

• Denial of Comprehensive Plan amendment and Interim Use Permit for 3.5 MW solar farm (Elk River Solar)
• Approval of payment up to $55,500 for a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 replacement vehicle for Planning and Zoning
• Consideration of lowest responsive bidder for CSAH 5 Reconditioning (SAP 71-605-036) and 2026 Edgeline Striping
• Consideration of resolution granting solid waste license to Curbside Waste, Inc. and waiver from Solid Waste Ordinance
• Workshop update on Jail Replacement Project

The board approved several financial items, including a $500 grant for the WIC‑Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program, a $2,102 payment to Houston Engineering, and a purchase of a Chevrolet Silverado up to $55,500. It denied the request to amend the Comprehensive Plan and the interim use permit for the 3.5 MW Elk River Solar farm. The board also authorized a $100,000 transfer for Phase 3 deconstruction at Two Inlets Regional Park and granted a solid‑waste waiver and license to Curbside Waste, Inc.

• Approved $500 grant for WIC‑Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (unanimous)
• Approved $2,102 payment to Houston Engineering for landfill groundwater sampling (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to Comprehensive Plan for 3.5 MW Elk River Solar farm (Resolution No. 042126-AD-3284, approved)
• Denied interim use permit for 3.5 MW Elk River Solar farm (Resolution No. 042126-AD-3285, approved)
• Authorized purchase of Chevrolet Silverado up to $55,500 for Planning & Zoning (approved)
• Authorized $100,000 transfer for Phase 3 deconstruction at Two Inlets Regional Park (vote 4‑1, Felber abstain)
• Granted waiver from solid waste ordinance for Curbside Waste, Inc. (unanimous)
• Granted solid waste license to Curbside Waste, Inc. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburner County Board of Commissioners held an open workshop on April 7, 2026. Commissioners and staff discussed preparations for the 2027 budget and reviewed board communications and management strategy. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the Comprehensive Land-use Map from Rural Residential to Energy Production for a private solar field. The meeting also includes discussions on the organizational structure of the St. Cloud Sky Central Airport and 2027 budget preparations.

• Public hearing and vote to amend land-use map for a private solar farm interim use permit
• Contract with Bernicks for Micro Market Vending Services from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2031
• Agreement with Houston Engineering, Inc. for reconstruction of CSAH 23 from US 10 to Edgewood Street in Becker
• Purchase of a 33 passenger prison transport bus from Hoglund Bus Company
• Resolution No. 040726-AD-3281 to appoint the County Treasurer

The Board denied the request to amend the Comprehensive Land‑Use Map from Rural Residential to Energy Production‑Private Solar Field and rejected the associated Interim Use Permit for the solar farm (PID #10‑00113‑1300). It also approved a series of items including a snowmobile trail sponsorship resolution, a micro‑market vending contract with Bernicks, and a low‑bid water‑heater boiler replacement contract costing up to $66,500. Additional approvals covered trail design agreements, joint‑powers agreements for the Great Northern Regional Trail, and the purchase of a 33‑passenger prison transport bus.

• Denied amendment to Comprehensive Land‑Use Map for private solar field (unanimous)
• Denied Interim Use Permit for solar farm (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 040726‑AD‑3279 sponsoring Snowmobile Trails Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Approved micro‑market vending services contract with Bernicks (May 1 2026‑Apr 30 2031) (unanimous)
• Approved low‑bid contract with El‑Jay Plumbing & Heating for water‑heater boiler replacement, up to $66,500 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Damon Farber Landscape Architects for Great Northern Trailhead design (unanimous)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Mille Lacs County and City of Princeton for Great Northern Trail alignment analysis (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 33‑passenger prison transport bus from Hoglund Bus Company (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will review metrics for MB Mentors' CEO Roundtables and discuss child care initiatives. The board will also receive presentations and updates regarding the City of St. Cloud EDA and the Sherburne County Business Lab.

• Approval of MB Mentors' CEO Roundtables
• Child Care Updates: Initiative Foundation Support Program and MN DEED Grant
• Sherburne County Business Lab 'Rural Innovators' membership launch
• City of St. Cloud EDA presentation
• Sherburnebiz.com traffic analytics update

The Economic Development Authority unanimously approved its meeting agenda and the March 5 minutes. It also approved a letter of support for CAER Food Shelf, Monticello Help Center and Big Lake Food Shelf. The board approved a $4,500 budget to join a tri‑county MB Mentor CEO Roundtable for "Second Stage" businesses. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for CAER Food Shelf, Monticello Help Center and Big Lake Food Shelf (unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 budget for MB Mentor CEO Roundtable participation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:23 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Community Health Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a bi-monthly update from the Health and Human Services Director.

• Approval of January 20, 2026, meeting minutes
• Bi-monthly update from Community Health Services Administrator Amanda Larson

The Sherburne County Board approved the official minutes from the Community Health Board meeting held on January 20, 2026, with a unanimous vote. The board also received the Community Health Services Administrator's bi‑monthly update. The Community Health Board was adjourned and will reconvene at a later regular meeting.

• Approved Jan. 20 Community Health Board minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board met for an open workshop at 11:00 a.m. on March 17, 2026. A presentation on the 2025 human resources metrics was given by Tammy Bigelow. The workshop was adjourned at 11:47 a.m. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will first approve routine items on the consent agenda, including lease agreements, warrants, and travel requests. The regular agenda includes an update on the Great River Regional Library, approval of a simple plat for the "Wagon Trail Woods" development, and two solar‑related actions: an interim use permit for a solar farm and an amendment to the county comprehensive plan land‑use map. The meeting also features the auditor‑treasurer's monthly report and a discussion of state and federal legislative priorities.

• Approve Office Space Lease Agreement with AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP (Consent Agenda)
• Approve final payment for 2025 Highway 10 / CR 61 Intersection Improvement (Public Works)
• Approve Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of "Wagon Trail Woods" (Planning & Zoning)
• Interim Use Permit for Solar Farm – US Solar (Planning & Zoning)
• Amendment to Sherburne County Comprehensive Plan Land‑Use Map – US Solar (Planning & Zoning)

The Sherburne County Board approved a final contract payment to Landwehr Construction, Inc. for the 2025 US Highway 10 and County Road 61 intersection improvement, pending MnDOT clearance. It also approved a simple plat for the "Wagon Trail Woods" development and reappointed the County Agricultural Inspector with the 2025 report and 2026 work plan. Additional actions included approving a partial gopher‑bounty reimbursement, a revised retirement longevity pay plan, and out‑of‑state travel for county staff.

• Approved final payment for 2025 Highway 10/CR 61 Intersection Improvement (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of "Wagon Trail Woods" (unanimous)
• Reappointed County Agricultural Inspector, accepted 2025 report, approved 2026 work plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 031726‑AD‑3278 for $1 per gopher bounty reimbursement to townships (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Personnel Rules regarding Retirement Longevity Pay Plan (unanimous)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for one Clinical Corrections Social Worker to Columbus, OH conference (unanimous)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for two co‑responders to Dallas, TX conference (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of ongoing clothing donations by Community Corrections (unanimous)

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will approve the minutes from the February 5, 2026 meeting and adopt the March 5, 2026 agenda. It will receive a presentation on City of Big Lake community development updates and the Annual Planning and Zoning Department report. The board will discuss MB Mentor’s CEO roundtables and consider a verbiage update to its Revolving Loan Fund policy. Additional updates will be heard from the EDA executive director, county commissioners, and community development staff before adjourning.

• Approve February 5, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approve March 5, 2026 agenda
• Presentation on City of Big Lake community development updates
• Discussion of MB Mentor’s CEO roundtables
• Consider verbiage update to Revolving Loan Fund policy

The board unanimously approved the February 5 minutes and the March 5 agenda. It also approved a verbiage update to the Revolving Loan Fund policy. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 9:29 a.m.

• Approved February 5, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved verbiage update to Revolving Loan Fund policy (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:29 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approvals of permits, contracts, a fund transfer, and a joint powers agreement with Wright County. On the regular agenda the board will receive energy updates, discuss a possible change to deer hunting rifle/shotgun regulations, consider a resolution to appoint the county treasurer, and decide on financing for county jail renovations and limited expansion. The meeting also includes public comment and announcements.

• Award to DSC Communications for replacing the fire and EMS countywide paging system (Sheriff)
• Joint Powers Agreement with Wright County for temporary inmate boarding at Wright County Jail (Sheriff)
• Contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services for the Keeping Families Together Program (Health & Human Services)
• Consider action(s) relating to financing of county jail renovations and limited expansion (County Sheriff & Administrator)
• Consider possible modification to deer hunting rifle/shotgun regulations (County Administrator)

The Sherburne County Board approved a Joint Powers Agreement with Wright County for temporary inmate boarding. It also awarded DSC Communications the contract to replace the countywide Fire and EMS paging system and approved a federal grant agreement for the Trunk Highway 10/CR 11 interchange. Additional approvals included a contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services, a Daikin climate‑control service agreement, and resolutions authorizing jail‑renovation financing and a 0.25% local option sales tax.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Wright County for temporary inmate boarding (unanimous)
• Awarded DSC Communications contract to replace Fire and EMS paging system (unanimous)
• Approved Federal Transportation Grants Technical Assistance and IIJA Discretionary Match Grant for Trunk Highway 10/CR 11 interchange (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services for Keeping Families Together Program (unanimous)
• Ratified $1,067.83 transfer from General Fund to County Ditch Fund (unanimous)
• Approved 2026-2029 Daikin Climate Control Maintenance Service Agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized reimbursement of expenditures from tax‑exempt bonds for jail renovations (unanimous)
• Requested State authorization of a 0.25% local option sales tax for jail renovations (unanimous)