Sherburne County public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider the adoption of the 2024 annual budget, associated levies, and non-levied budgets. Additional discussions include 2024 salaries for county elected officials and commissioners, as well as a presentation regarding proposed incorporation by Baldwin Township.

• Adoption of the 2024 Annual Budget and Associated Annual Levies
• Establishment of 2024 County Elected Official Salaries
• Establishment of 2024 Salaries for County Commissioners
• Approval of 2024 Non-Levied Budgets
• Approval of the 2024 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan

Regional Rail Authority

The Regional Rail Authority is meeting to approve the 2024 levy certification. The board will also consider a funding and operating grant agreement for the Northstar Link Commuter Bus.

• Certification of the 2024 Regional Rail Authority Levy
• 2024 Master Funding & Annual Operating Grant Agreement of the Northstar Link Commuter Bus
• Approval of September 5, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the creation of the Big Eagle Lake Improvement District. The board is also deciding on several land use requests, including a rezoning to industrial and a mining permit. Other business includes ARPA expenditure approvals and correctional officer wage increases.

• Public hearing for the creation of the Big Eagle Lake Improvement District
• Rezoning request from General Rural to Industrial for Capital Land Group
• Interim Use Permit for peat mining for Merlin Valerius
• Approval of the lowest responsive bidder for County Road 73 Reconstruction
• Proposed increase to starting wages and staffing for Correctional Officers

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several public works projects and staffing increases for the Sheriff's Office. They are also discussing American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures and the impact of artificial intelligence on local government.

• Addition of one Training Deputy, two Jail Corporals, and two Patrol Deputy positions
• Lowest responsive bidder for the CSAH 4 Bridge Replacement Project
• Final payment for the 2023 County Road 63 Reconstruction Project
• Agreement with Natural Resource Services for the Oak Savanna Restoration Project
• Three year extension of the OpenGov budgeting software agreement

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board is meeting to review previous minutes and receive an update from the Community Health Services Administrator. The meeting is primarily procedural.

• Approval of September 19, 2023, meeting minutes
• Update from Community Health Services Administrator Nicole Ruhoff

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on the county's Comprehensive Land Use Plan and the naming of a new regional park on Big Elk Lake. The agenda also includes various administrative approvals, grant acceptances, and a closed session regarding jail security.

• Approval of the Sherburne County Comprehensive Land Use Plan
• Naming of the new county park on Big Elk Lake as Two Inlets at Bdé Heḣáka - Omashkooz Zaaga’igaans Regional Park
• Establishment of a Parks and Trail Advisory Committee
• Approval of 2024 meal and mileage reimbursement rates
• Acceptance of 2024 Annual Women, Infants and Children (WIC) and Local Public Health grant awards

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review recommended expenditures for the American Rescue Plan Act and a public safety radio replacement and encryption project. The board is also considering several land use permits and professional service agreements for public works.

• Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) updates and recommended expenditures
• Approval of a Public Safety Radio Replacement and Encryption Project
• Preliminary Residential Standard Plat of 'Meadow Estates North'
• Conditional Use Permit for a riding stable and boarding facility for Krista Ponting
• Professional Services Agreement with Apex Engineering Group for CSAH 2/CSAH 29 Reconstruction

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider updates to the county's fee schedule and discuss the extension of the county strategic plan. The body is also deciding on several public works contracts and airport authority appointments.

• Public hearing on revisions to All Services and Fee Schedule
• Contract for 2023 Rural Intersection Lighting Improvements Project (SP 071-070-044)
• Professional Services Agreement with SEH for Lighting and Mumble Strips Project (SP 088-070-088)
• Acceptance of State of Minnesota FY 2023-24 Community Corrections Block Grant funding increase
• Revocation of an Interim Use Permit for Haunted Trail/Corn Maze for property owner Sheldon Pool

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will vote on the preliminary 2024 general levy and the 2024 budget for the Three Lake Improvement District. Members are also considering ordinances to regulate adult cannabis use in public places and prohibit its use in county parks.

• Resolution No. 091923-AD-3099 certifying the Preliminary 2024 General Levy
• Ordinance No. 269 to regulate adult cannabis use in public places
• Amendments to County Park Regulations Ordinance No. 227 to prohibit cannabis use in parks
• Approval of Sambatek, LLC for design and construction engineering for 2 roundabouts on CSAH 4 and CSAH 11
• Budget amendment to increase funding for the Low Interest Loan Program for Failing Septic Systems

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board will meet to review the CHS Administrator's update. The board is scheduled to consider and approve the Public Health Division's Strategic Plan for 2023-2025.

• Approval of Public Health Division's Strategic Plan for 2023-2025
• CHS Administrator's Update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will decide on 2024 non-union pay and health insurance contributions. The meeting includes several land-use permits and the preliminary levy for the 2023 Regional Rail Authority.

• Interim Use Permit for 1 MW Solar Farm-SV CSG Becker, LLC
• Preliminary and Final Simple Plat for Menkveld Addition-Jack Menkveld
• Professional Services Agreement with LHB Corporation for CSAH 5 Pedestrian Bridge Over Elk River
• Joint Powers Agreement with Baldwin Township for 99th Street Realignment
• Advertisement of a Public Hearing for 2024 Fee Schedule Changes

The Board approved an interim use permit for a medium contractor's yard in Zimmerman and a professional services agreement for a pedestrian bridge over the Elk River. Other actions included approving several grants for public safety and veterans services and authorizing various warrants.

• Approved Interim Use Permit for Sheldon Pool medium contractor's yard in Zimmerman
• Approved design services agreement with LHB Corp for CSAH 5 Pedestrian Bridge
• Approved $293,500 Radiological Emergency Preparedness grant
• Approved $15,000 Operational Improvement Grant for Veteran's Services
• Approved $10,124 Toward Zero Death Safe Roads Grant
• Approved residential preliminary and final simple plat for Menkveld Addition
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Baldwin Township for 99th Street realignment
• Approved appointment of Keith Streff as Dangerous Dog Hearing Officer

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop to discuss the establishment of a Park and Trail Advisory Committee and potential revisions to the County Commissioner Wage Adjustment Policy. No formal decisions were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a special workshop to receive presentations on countywide housing and the draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan. No substantive policy decisions or ordinances were voted on during the session.

• Approved the meeting agenda (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review several land use permits and simple plats. The body is also deciding on various public works contracts and an amendment to a landfill host fee agreement.

• Third Amendment to 2014-2030 Host Fee Agreement with Elk River Landfill
• Amended agreement with HDR Engineering, Inc for County Road (CR) 43 construction phase services
• Conditional Use Permit for Light Industry for Professional Mechanical Services
• Preliminary and Final Simple Plats for Bernies Farmstead, Okeson Acres, and Woodlands Retreat
• Contract award for Phase I Building Deconstruction - Big Elk Lake

The Board approved an Interim Use Permit Amendment for Mustafa Mayani/Leasing Express LLC to allow phased development of a large contractor's yard. Other actions included approving several public works contracts and accepting public health grants.

• Approved Interim Use Permit Amendment for Mustafa Mayani/Leasing Express LLC (unanimous)
• Approved 4.5% salary increase for County Administrator Bruce Messelt
• Approved $846,904 estimated agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc for TH 169 & CSAH 4 Interchange Design
• Approved $104,533 professional services agreement with Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe for Big Elk Lake Parkland monitoring
• Accepted $85,679 in PHEP and CRI grants from the Minnesota Department of Health
• Approved $280,000 grant from Lessard Sam’s Outdoor Heritage Fund for Big Elk Lake Park
• Approved $79,985 amendment with HDR Engineering, Inc for County Road 43
• Approved temporary On-Sale liquor license for Palmer Day on September 9, 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the adoption of 'The Nature of Sherburne' park and trail system plan and review American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures. The board is also deciding on several contracts, grants, and staffing changes.

• Adoption of 'The Nature of Sherburne' Comprehensive Park & Trail System Plan
• Approval of $50,000 in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging funds from UCare
• Bid approval for County Road 43 Reconstruction (SP 071-596-009)
• Addition of a Patrol Deputy position to the Sheriff's Office
• Resolution No. 080123-AD-3095 for TH 169 and CSAH 4 Interchange Project grant

The Board approved a major road reconstruction contract and adopted a 20-year park and trail system plan. Several ARPA-funded expenditures were authorized, including $221,500 for Island Park. The Board also approved the addition of a new Patrol Deputy position for the Sheriff's Office.

• Approved $4,777,566.04 bid to Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC for CR 43 reconstruction
• Adopted 'The Nature of Sherburne' Comprehensive Park & Trail System Plan
• Approved $221,500 in ARPA funds for Island Park improvements
• Approved adding a Patrol Deputy (pay grade 13) position to the Sheriff's Office
• Authorized $10,000 purchase of DebtBook Software
• Approved $75,000 in ARPA funds for jail overtime costs
• Approved $149,357.36 in Ash Revenues for Tribal monitoring at Big Elk Lake Park
• Approved 2023-2024 liquor license renewal for Getaway Bar LLC

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners met for a workshop to receive reports. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the session.

• Received budget update from Sherburne County Soil & Water Conservation District
• Reviewed summary of recent broadband related activities

Board of Commissioners

The Board reached a consensus to monitor two legislative studies regarding NorthStar and to have staff investigate legislation on operations and maintenance costs. The Board also agreed that staff should develop a formal request for solutions to address staffing shortages in Child Protection and other HHS programs.

• Consensus reached to monitor two legislatively mandated NorthStar studies
• Consensus reached for staff to follow up on legislation regarding Met Council coverage of NorthStar costs
• Consensus reached for staff to develop a formal request for solutions to Child Protection, Court-Ordered Supervised Visitation, and Medical Assistance staffing shortages

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several interim use permits and zoning amendments. They are also deciding on host fee rates for the Elk River Landfill and expenditures for the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Public hearing for Getaway Bar LLC On-Sale with Sunday Liquor License
• Interim Use Permit for a 1 MW Solar Farm - DIVOCSG 11
• Interim Use Permit for Ziegler Monticello LLC construction equipment and E-Truck dealer
• Host fee rates for Elk River Landfill for 2024 through 2030
• Bids for County Road 43 Reconstruction and Grams Park Parking Lot Improvements

The Board approved several high-value infrastructure projects, including the reconstruction of County Road 43 and Government Center patio repairs. They also authorized staffing increases for Child Protection Services and approved a new health insurance carrier for 2024.

• Approved $4,777,566.04 bid from Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC for CR 43 reconstruction
• Approved $3,573,081.64 final payment to Duininck, Inc. for 2023 Overlays
• Approved $468,037.00 for technology and $105,588.45 for furniture for Zimmerman Dispatch Center
• Approved $246,529.50 bid from New Look Contracting Inc. for Grams Park parking lot improvements
• Approved selection of Medica as 2024 health insurance carrier
• Approved 2-year Interim Use Permit for Bob’s Towing & Recovery impound lot in Big Lake
• Approved addition of 3 FTE positions and 1 conversion for Child Protection Services
• Approved On-Sale w/Sunday Liquor License for Getaway Bar LLC (formerly KJ's Refuge Bar & Grill)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop to receive information regarding the possible formation of the Big Eagle Lake Lake Improvement District. Presentations were provided by the Sherburne County Soil & Water Conservation District and representatives from Big Eagle Lake. No formal decisions were recorded.

• Received presentation on possible formation of Big Eagle Lake Lake Improvement District

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a workshop session to review budget items. The meeting consists of a schedule of departmental reviews.

• Maintenance budget review
• Zoning/Solid Waste budget review
• Public Works/Parks budget review
• Auditor/Treasurer budget review
• HHS and Court Administration budget reviews

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a budget workshop session. The meeting consists of departmental reviews to discuss budget needs.

• Budget review for Sheriff
• Budget review for Attorney
• Budget review for Recorder
• Budget review for I.T.
• Budget review for Community Corrections and Assessor

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss departmental strategic priorities for the 2024 budget and consider host fee rates for the Elk River Landfill through 2030. The meeting includes several infrastructure bids and inter-governmental agreements for road improvements.

• Proposed host fee rates for Elk River Landfill for 2024-2030
• Acceptance of a $249,372 TANF grant from the Minnesota Department of Health
• Bids for 97th Street Reconstruction and HSIP Edgeline Striping
• Joint Powers Agreements for 97th Street and County Road 43 improvements
• Low bids for Summer 2023 roofing replacement and masonry repair

The Board approved several major infrastructure projects, including the reconstruction of 97th Street and edgeline striping. It also accepted grants for family home visiting and septic system replacement, and approved various operational contracts and warrants.

• Approved $2,828,480.74 bid from Knife River Corporation-North Central for 97th Street reconstruction
• Approved $347,057.50 bid from Century Fence Company for 2023 HSIP Edgeline Striping
• Accepted $249,372 TANF grant from Minnesota Department of Health for family home visiting
• Accepted $155,000 MPCA grant for low-income residential septic system replacement
• Approved Westlaw three-year contract at $1,672.50 per month with 3% annual increase
• Approved McDowall Roofing (up to $90,000) and Cities Masonry Restoration (up to $76,000) proposals
• Approved 2023-2024 Tobacco License applications for 11 establishments
• Authorized public hearing for July 18, 2023, regarding Getaway Bar liquor license application

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review land use requests, including solar garden permits and a rezoning request. The board is also considering various budget amendments, personnel policy updates for the Juneteenth holiday, and ARPA fund expenditures.

• Rezoning request from General Rural to Industrial for Elk River Landfill, Inc.
• Interim Use Permit for a 1 MW Solar Garden for MN CSG 2019-67 LLC
• Amendments to an Interim Use Permit for 1 MW Solar Farm for USS Big Lake LLC
• Award to the lowest responsive bidder for County State Aid Highway 20 Reconstruction
• Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) updates and recommended expenditures

The Board approved a $3,446,699.44 contract for the reconstruction of CSAH 20 and an interim use permit for a 1 MW solar garden. Other actions included rezoning 2.5 acres for industrial use and approving several warrants and personnel updates.

• Approved $3,446,699.44 bid from Knife River Corporation-North Central for CSAH 20 reconstruction
• Approved Interim Use Permit for a 1 MW Solar Garden for MN CSG 2019-67 LLC
• Approved rezoning of 2.5 acres from general rural to industrial for Elk River Landfill, Inc.
• Approved Resolution No. 060623-AD-3089 for the turnback of County Highway No. 79
• Approved Resolution No. 060623-AD-3090 for the acceptance of County Highway No. 94
• Approved Trakstar software subscription renewal at $32,565.50 per year
• Approved Emergency Assistance Policy for ARPA-funded HHS program
• Approved Juneteenth state holiday Memorandums of Understanding and personnel rule revisions

Board of Commissioners

The Board conducted a workshop meeting consisting of updates and discussions. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded.

• Received update on Draft Parks and Recreation System Comprehensive Plan
• Discussed roles and agenda for June 13 Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting
• Reviewed preliminary outcomes of the Minnesota Legislature session

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board is meeting to review previous minutes and receive an administrator's report. The board will consider approving out-of-state travel for a county employee to attend a conference in Denver, Colorado.

• Travel request for Nicole Ruhoff to attend the NACCHO conference in Denver, Colorado in July 2023

The Board approved a request for a county employee to attend the NACCHO Conference in Denver in July 2023. The trip will be funded by a $2,000 stipend from the Local Public Health Association (LPHA).

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved out of state travel for NACCHO Conference in Denver using $2,000 LPHA stipend (unanimous)
• Accepted Community Health Services Administrator's Bi-Monthly Report (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a tax abatement request from CMP Attachments LLC and a farm winery license for Boulder Creek Wine Bar. The meeting includes votes on various service contracts, fleet vehicle replacements, and a subdivision ordinance amendment.

• Public hearing for tax abatement request from CMP Attachments LLC
• Public hearing for Boulder Creek Wine Bar farm winery license
• Transfer of $1,235,468.87 between Debt Service funds
• Proposal by HDR for a permanent household hazardous waste facility feasibility study
• Amendment to Subdivision Ordinance-266-Section 11 regarding buildable lot standards

The Board approved a $5,393,809.95 contract for 2024 road overlay projects and granted a conditional use permit for a small winery in Santiago Township. Other actions included approving a tax abatement for CMP Attachments LLC and a farm winery license for Boulder Creek Wine Bar.

• Approved $5,393,809.95 bid from OMG Midwest Inc. for 2024 road overlay projects
• Approved tax abatement request for CMP Attachments LLC (Resolution No. 0516 23-AD-3085)
• Approved On/Off Sale with Sunday Farm Winery License for Boulder Creek Wine Bar
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for small winery at 15913 41st St, Becker
• Approved purchase of three Ford Escape S fleet vehicles not to exceed $33,650 each
• Approved $75,000 estimated retainer for legal services with Ciresi Conlin LLP
• Approved $1,235,468.87 fund transfer from Fund 33 to Fund 32 Debt Service
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for the Zimmerman Community Trail project

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners conducted a workshop meeting consisting of staff updates and discussions. No formal actions were decided, approved, or denied during the session.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding a tax abatement for Beaudry Oil & Service Inc. The board is also reviewing ARPA expenditures and various public works contracts and agreements.

• Public hearing for Beaudry Oil & Service Inc. tax abatement
• Approval of ARPA update and recommended expenditures
• Property acquisition for County State Aid Highway 4 Reconstruction Project
• BNSF Crossing Surface Agreements on County State Aid Highway 11 and County Road 53
• Contract with Lutheran Social Services for 'Keeping Families Together' program

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting on May 2, 2023, receiving updates and discussing several topics but taking no formal votes or decisions. Presentations included the Towards Zero Death traffic safety initiative, a GIS permitting portal demonstration, continued review of county highway design standards, and a NorthStar rail update. The meeting was adjourned without any substantive actions.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the workshop

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will decide on American Rescue Plan Act expenditures and programs related to opioid settlement agreements. The board is also considering various contracts, grants, and infrastructure projects.

• Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) updates and expenditures
• Resolution establishing 2023 activities for State and National Opioid Settlement Agreements
• Acceptance of a $50,000 grant for Family Resource Centers
• Scheduling a public hearing for a Beaudry Oil & Service Inc. tax abatement request
• Agreement with Minnesota Commissioner of Agriculture for $1,800 for Farmer's Market Nutrition Program

The Board approved participation in a Wright County contract to study road improvements and authorized several grants and expenditures for health services and park improvements. They also approved a snowmobile trail assistance program and a coffee service agreement for the Government Center.

• Approved $207,439 for TH10 and I-94 connectivity study
• Approved $125,000 ARPA expenditure for Island View Park Improvements
• Approved $257,431 MDH CDC Infrastructure Grant
• Approved $50,000 Sauer Family Foundation grant for Family Resource Centers
• Approved $27,370.65 contract with Surface Preparation Technologies, LLC for mumble strips
• Approved coffee service agreement with Blackbird Coffee Company (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 041823-AD-3078 for Snowmobile Trails Assistance Program
• Approved Resolution No. 040423-AD-3086 for Opioid Settlement programs

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting consisting of presentations and discussions. No substantive decisions were made or voted upon during this session.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Low Interest Loan Program Ordinance. Members will also review American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures and property acquisitions for road projects.

• Public hearing on Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Low Interest Loan Program Ordinance (ORD-241)
• Property acquisition for Zimmerman Interchange, CSAH 28 Reconstruction, and County Road 65 Intersection Improvement
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) update and recommended expenditures
• Exempt permits for lawful gambling for Big Lake High School Trap Team Boosters and Minnesota Sporting Clays
• Interim Use Permit for a boutique shop home business (Christenia Nelson and Ruth Carpenter)

The Board adopted amendments to the Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Low Interest Loan Program Ordinance. Several resolutions were passed to acquire property for the Zimmerman Interchange, CSAH 28 Reconstruction, and County Road 65 Intersection projects. The Board also approved various IT contracts, land plats, and an interim use permit for a boutique shop.

• Approved amendments to Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Low Interest Loan Program Ordinance (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 040423-AD-3079 to acquire property for Zimmerman Interchange
• Approved Resolution No. 040423-AD-3080 to acquire property for CSAH 28 Reconstruction Project
• Approved Resolution No. 040423-AD-3081 to acquire property for County Road 65 Intersection Improvement Project
• Approved 3-year Microsoft End-User Licensing agreement estimated at $905,486.01
• Approved 5-year copier lease with Marco at an annual cost of $81,168
• Approved $279,855.76 for 2023 annual refresh of desktop and laptop computers
• Approved Interim Use Permit for a boutique shop in Palmer Township (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop to review budget and levy history, tax rate trends, and salary increases. The Board affirmed the budget calendar and overall direction for 2024 budget preparations. No formal votes were recorded.

• Affirmed budget calendar and overall direction for future budget preparations

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will consider approvals for ARPA expenditures, a firewall consulting contract, and various professional service agreements. The board will also receive updates on Midco Broadband activities and hold a workshop on solid waste programs.

• Recommended approvals and expenditures for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
• Firewall consulting contract with Heartland Business Systems
• Scheduling a public hearing for April 4, 2023, regarding the Subsurface Sewage Treatment System Low Interest Loan Program (ORD-241)
• Agency Agreement with MnDot for Contract No. 1052381 (Project 071-070-042)
• Agreement with Baldwin Township for Information Technology Consulting

The Board approved several American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures for equipment and staffing. Other key actions included approving asphalt replacement at the Government Center and a professional services agreement for Big Elk Lake Park land clean-up.

• Approved ARPA expenditures including $101,138 for snow removal equipment and $128,062 for County Attorney staffing
• Approved $59,700 bid from Metro Paving for Government Center asphalt replacement
• Approved $38,209.96 for Big Elk Lake Park land clean-up
• Approved $61,003.75 contract with Heartland Business Systems for firewall consulting
• Approved $12,500 for groundwater sampling at four landfill sites
• Accepted $7,800 donation for Big Elk Lake nature-based park development
• Re-appointed Mitch Glines as County Agricultural Inspector (2023-2028)
• Scheduled public hearing for April 4, 2023, regarding sewage treatment loan program amendments

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board will meet to approve minutes from the January 17, 2023 meeting. The board will also receive a report from Community Health Services Administrator Nicole Ruhoff.

• Approval of January 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Community Health Services Administrator's Report

The Community Health Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from January 17, 2023. The board also accepted a report from Community Health Services Administrator Nicole Ruhoff regarding division updates and health assessments.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted Community Health Services Administrator's report (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop to receive presentations on county solid waste programs and the draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider approvals for American Rescue Plan Act expenditures and auditing services for 2023-2027. The meeting includes a workshop on the regulation of solar energy production facilities and a discussion on future budget drivers.

• Approval of ARPA update and recommended expenditures
• Agreement for annual auditing services for 2023-2027
• Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of Aspen Meadows
• Preliminary and Final Simple Plat for Gullickson Addition
• Resolution No. 030723-AD-3073 for 2023 gopher bounty reimbursements

The Board approved several one-time ARPA expenditures for IT systems and facility software. Additionally, the Board approved two residential plats and a multi-year contract for annual auditing services.

• Approved $725,000 ARPA appropriation for Countywide Phone System
• Approved $300,000 ARPA appropriation for Countywide Desktops/Laptops
• Approved $185,000 ARPA appropriation for Property Maintenance Climate Control Software
• Approved $55,000 ARPA appropriation for Parks Winter Trail Maintenance Equipment
• Approved $10,600 ARPA expenditure for Phishing Cybersecurity Software
• Approved auditing services contract with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP for 2023-2027
• Approved Residential Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of Aspen Meadows
• Approved Residential Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of Gullickson Addition

Board of Commissioners

The Board conducted a workshop consisting of three presentations. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during this session.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review recommended expenditures for the American Rescue Plan Act and the 2023 SCORE budget. The board is also deciding on construction bids for County Road 63 and Grams Park. A workshop will cover zoning enforcement and road design standards.

• Bids for County Road 63 Reconstruction (CP 71-663-017)
• Bids for Grams Park Picnic Shelter & Play Structures (CP Grams2-B)
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) recommended approvals and expenditures
• Joint Powers Agreement with Isanti County for CSAH 28 Reconstruction
• Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Becker for County Road 53 Improvements

The Board of Commissioners approved several public works projects, including road reconstructions and park improvements. They also authorized ARPA expenditures for cybersecurity and HR costs, and approved the 2023 SCORE budget.

• Approved $547,625.00 bid for Grams Park Picnic Shelter & Play Structures
• Approved $470,569.73 bid for County Road 63 reconstruction
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Becker for County Road 53 improvements (est. $8,980,098.67)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Isanti County for CSAH 28 reconstruction
• Approved 2023 SCORE budget
• Approved $45,467 for 2023 Cybersecurity premium and $143,145 for HR Business Partner costs via ARPA
• Approved $74,250.00 for two 2023 Kia Carnivals for Veteran Services
• Approved Resolution 022123-AD-3071 to apply for Island View Park funding

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners conducted a workshop to review departmental presentations and reports. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider approvals for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures and a preliminary residential plat for Pines Edge. The meeting includes discussions on 2023 spring load restrictions and updates on Health and Human Services staffing and fiscal challenges.

• Conditional Use Permit for a veterinarian clinic by Cardinal Enterprises, LLC
• Preliminary Residential Standard Plat of 'Pines Edge' by JDA Builders Inc.
• Professional Service Agreement with Braun Intertec Corporation for roofing and masonry repair
• Resolution No. 020723-AD-3069 to support the 2023 RAISE Grant application
• Government Center Lease Agreement with Elk River Cycle Sports, LLC

The Board of Commissioners approved a conditional use permit for a veterinarian clinic and a preliminary residential plat for four lots. They also authorized several contracts for government center maintenance and approved various warrants and reimbursements.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Cardinal Enterprises, LLC to operate a Veterinarian Clinic
• Approved Preliminary Residential Standard Plat of 'Pines Edge' (4 lots)
• Approved 1-Year Lease Agreement with Elk River Cycle Sports, LLC for $1,750
• Approved agreement with Braun Intertec for roofing and masonry projects not to exceed $45,000
• Approved $293.18 reimbursement for former Commissioner Felix Schmiesing
• Approved $13,632.16 in ARPA expenditures for HHS Overtime Costs
• Approved final payment of $36,871.60 to Helmin Construction, inc. for CSAH 33 reconstruction
• Approved appointment of Bryan Adams to the Board of Adjustment

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review recommended expenditures for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and establish state and federal legislative priorities for 2023. The board is also deciding on several infrastructure bids and grant applications.

• Lowest responsive bids for 2022 Intersection Improvements (Street Lights) SP 071-070-042 and Zimmerman Community Trail Project SP 071-591-003
• ARPA update and recommended approvals and expenditures
• Grant applications for EPA's Solid Waste Infrastructure Recycling and Recycling Education and Outreach
• Professional services agreement with Baker Tilly
• MPCA grant application for 'Replacing Failing Septic Systems to Protect Groundwater'

The Board approved contracts for intersection street lights and the Zimmerman Community Trail. They also authorized several million-dollar grant applications for recycling and septic systems and appointed members to various county advisory boards.

• Approved $521,577.00 contract to Design Electric Inc. for intersection street lights
• Approved $196,495.50 contract to New Look Contracting Inc. for Zimmerman Community Trail
• Authorized $4M EPA Solid Waste Infrastructure Recycling Grant application
• Authorized $2M EPA Recycling Education and Outreach Grant application
• Approved $285,000 in ARPA broadband funding for Midco projects in Blue Hill, Livonia, and Orrock
• Approved appointment of Sarah Kimball as Assistant County Attorney
• Approved professional services agreement with Baker Tilly
• Approved 2023 County Board Meeting Schedule and Legislative Priorities

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board is meeting to approve previous minutes and receive a report from the Community Health Services Administrator. The board will also determine the date for its next meeting.

• Approval of September 20, 2022 meeting minutes
• Community Health Services Administrator's Report by Nicole Ruhoff

The Community Health Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from September 20, 2022. The board accepted the Community Health Services Administrator's report and scheduled its next meeting.

• Approved the proposed meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted the Community Health Services Administrator's report (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for March 21, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct oaths of office and elect a 2023 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The meeting includes decisions on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures and infrastructure grants.

• Approval of the Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of Schroer Estates
• Authorization of the EPA's Solid Waste Infrastructure Recycling Grant Application
• Approval of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) updates and recommended expenditures
• Resolution No. 010323-AD-3063 for the CSAH 5/Elk River Pedestrian & Bicycle Bridge funding
• Review of the 2023 Official County Publications bid

The Board elected its 2023 leadership and approved several administrative items, including warrants and service agreements. Members authorized a grant application for solid waste recycling and approved a residential plat for Schroer Estates. The 2023 meeting schedule was tabled.

• Elected Commissioner Lisa Fobbe as Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
• Elected Commissioner Gregg Felber as Vice-Chair for 2023 (unanimous)
• Authorized EPA Solid Waste Infrastructure Recycling Grant application for $3,630,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Residential Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of Schroer Estates (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Service agreement with UHL Company for estimated $45,365.00 (unanimous)
• Approved $89,912.00 in bi-weekly ARPA expenditures (unanimous)
• Awarded official publication bids to Patriot News and Elk River Star News (unanimous)
• Tabled the 2023 County Board Meeting Schedule (unanimous)

Regional Rail Authority

The Regional Rail Authority is meeting to conduct annual organizational business. The body will elect its 2023 officers and establish its meeting schedule for the year.

• Election of 2023 officers
• Establishment of the 2023 meeting schedule
• Setting the date for the next annual meeting

The Regional Rail Authority approved its 2023 meeting schedule and set the date for the next annual meeting. The board also elected its 2023 officers and approved the minutes from December 20, 2022.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Declared 2023 RRA Chair and Vice-Chair to be the same as the County Board (unanimous)
• Approved December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 meeting schedule to coincide with County Board of Commissioners meetings (unanimous)
• Set next Annual Meeting for January 2, 2024 (unanimous)

Regional Rail Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority is meeting to conduct annual organizational business. The body will elect its 2023 officers and establish its meeting schedule for the year.

• Election of 2023 officers
• Approval of 2023 meeting schedule
• Setting the date for the next annual meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board held a workshop meeting to review 2023 committee assignments and discuss potential state and federal legislative priorities. No substantive decisions were recorded.