Steele County public meetings in 2024
45 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will consider disbanding the Steele County Park and Recreation Commission, approving the 2025 Fee Schedule, and authorizing various contracts and payments totaling over $212,000.
- Disband Steele County Park and Recreation Commission
- Adopt 2025 Fee Schedule
- Authorize $56,623.67 Snowmobile Grant-In-Aid Program Contract
- Approve $300,000 CCA Surplus for construction
- Approve $1,850 bad debt write-off
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will adopt the amended and restated Ordinance No. 26 regulating tobacco sales, Ordinance No. 39 prohibiting smoking in public places and workplaces, Ordinance No. 41 regulating cannabis use in public places, and Ordinance No. 42 regulating cannabis businesses. The Board will also adopt a resolution setting the 2025 levy at $30,303,710.00 and the county budget at $70,753,408.00. Additional items include approval of contracts and final payments for county projects.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 26 – Regulating the Sale of Tobacco Products (public hearing and adoption)
- Adopt Ordinance No. 39 – Prohibiting Smoking in Public Places and Places of Work (public hearing and adoption)
- Adopt Ordinance No. 41 – Regulating the Use of Cannabis and Cannabis‑Derived Products in Public Places (public hearing and adoption)
- Adopt Ordinance No. 42 – Regulating Cannabis Businesses (public hearing and adoption)
- Adopt Resolution setting the 2025 levy at $30,303,710.00 and the county budget at $70,753,408.00
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will vote on a series of routine items, including a $48,893 purchase of ballistic shields for the Sheriff’s Department, a $51,917 purchase of fitness equipment for the new detention center, and a $7,326 interagency reimbursement agreement with MnPrairie. The board also will renew two office lease agreements and allocate $25,505 for PT18 flood‑damage repairs. All items are listed on the consent agenda and will be approved unless a commissioner requests separate discussion.
- Approve purchase of ballistic shields with optional lighting from Pro‑Tech Sales for $48,893 (Public State Aid Funds)
- Approve purchase of fitness room equipment for the new Detention Center from Life Fitness for $51,917.48 (Detention Center budget)
- Approve interagency agreement with MnPrairie to reimburse screening costs up to $7,326.00
- Approve renewal of the 2025 MN Prairie Office lease for $182,961 and the 2025 MRCI Office lease for $26,856 annually
- Approve funding of $25,505 for PT18 repairs due to spring flooding (FEMA and state match funds)
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review proposed amendments to tobacco and smoke-free policies. The meeting also includes discussions on 2025 appropriations and a financial update for MnPrairie.
- Proposed amendments to Tobacco Ordinances 26 and 39 and the smoke-free policy
- Proposed penalty of up to $300 for first-time tobacco ordinance violations by adults 21+
- Proposed penalty of up to $1,000 and/or 90 days jail for repeat tobacco ordinance violations
- Proposed public hearing on tobacco ordinances scheduled for December 12, 2024, at 5:15 p.m.
- Review of 2025 Appropriations
Steele County Board Meeting
At the November 12, 2024 meeting, the Steele County Board approved several routine items and lease renewals. The Board renewed the 2025 MN Prairie Office lease for $182,961 and the MRCI Office lease for $26,856 annually, a 3% increase. It approved a Summit Food Service contract amendment that removes a $2,959.62 per month kitchen rental fee. The Board also adopted the amended and restated Dangerous & Potentially Dangerous Dog Ordinance #38.
- Renew 2025 MN Prairie Office lease at $182,961 (same rate as 2024) – pg.141
- Renew 2025 MRCI Office lease at $26,856 annually ($17.15/sq ft), 3% increase – pg.145
- Amend Summit Food Service contract to eliminate $2,959.62 monthly kitchen rental fee – pg.150
- Approve drainage ditch interest rate for 2025 at 4% and related levies – pg.152, pg.154
- Adopt amended Dangerous & Potentially Dangerous Dog Ordinance #38 – public hearing section
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board will consider approval of the 2025‑27 Memorandum of Agreement with the University of Minnesota‑Extension, reviewing four staffing and budget options. They will receive an update on the CSAH 28 Beaver Lake Park project and a recommendation to withdraw the eminent‑domain resolution for the 2026 construction schedule. The board will consider a letter of support for regional rail planning and amendments to county tobacco ordinances and the smoke‑free policy. Ordinances on cannabis public use and regulation of cannabis businesses will also be discussed.
- Review and vote on four staffing/budget options (A‑D) for the 2025‑27 Extension agreement
- CSAH 28 Beaver Lake Park project update and recommendation to withdraw eminent‑domain resolution
- Letter of support for the 2015 regional rail plan and the DM&E rail line
- Amendments to Tobacco Ordinances #26 & #39 and revised Smoke‑Free Grounds Policy
- Consideration of Cannabis Public Use and Cannabis Business regulation ordinances
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board will consider approving a three‑year Memorandum of Agreement with the University of Minnesota‑Extension that requires the county to pay the full cost of Extension staff salaries, benefits and related expenses. Other agenda items include a Midco broadband presentation, a United Way youth program presentation, a proposal to relocate the Rice & Steele 911 Center primary site, a Dangerous Dog Ordinance, and a Safety Glass Installation discussion. A housing policy discussion is listed as a possible item if time permits.
- Memorandum of Agreement with University of Minnesota‑Extension for 2025‑27, covering county payment for staff salaries, benefits and direct costs
- Dangerous Dog Ordinance discussion
- Safety Glass Installation discussion
- Rice & Steele 911 Center primary site relocation proposal
- Midco presentation on broadband service options for Steele County residents
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will vote on routine items such as minutes and personnel reports, and on several substantive actions including renewing the FBI radio tower lease, accepting a $25,000 state grant for Sheriff’s Office equipment, and adopting the 2025‑2029 Highway Capital Improvement Plan. Additional actions include approving a $127,480 amendment to the WSB engineering contract for the East Side Corridor, and appointing Paul Sponholz as county highway engineer. The board will also consider resolutions for bridge replacements and other operational matters.
- Renew FBI Radio Tower Lease with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (effective Oct 1 2024 – Sept 30 2034)
- Accept State Homeland Security Program grant of $25,000 for emergency‑management equipment for the Sheriff’s Office
- Amend contract with WSB for Preliminary Engineering Services for East Side Corridor Project – $127,480
- Adopt the 2025‑2029 Highway Capital Improvement Plan and dedicate transportation‑sales‑tax proceeds to it
- Appoint Paul Sponholz as Steele County Highway Engineer (term expires Sept 25 2028)
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board will vote on a Memorandum of Agreement with the University of Minnesota Extension covering 2025‑2027, under which the county will fund Extension staff at a total cost of $279,750 in 2025, $288,125 in 2026, and $296,785 in 2027. The agenda also includes an update on county facilities, a proposed amendment to Dangerous & Potentially Dangerous Dog Ordinance #38, and a discussion of county housing policy. The meeting concludes with any other business.
- Approve 2025‑27 Memorandum of Agreement with University of Minnesota Extension (funding $279,750‑$296,785)
- Amended and Restated Dangerous & Potentially Dangerous Dog Ordinance #38
- Housing Policy discussion
- Facilities update
- Other business
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will consider several resolutions, including setting the preliminary net tax levy and budget for 2025 and adopting the 2025‑2029 Highway Capital Improvement Plan with a change to the transportation sales tax. It will also approve contract amendments, a railroad crossing agreement, and appoint new county officials. Additional items include routine approvals of minutes, bills, and a conditional use permit.
- Approve amendment to the contract with WSB for Preliminary Engineering Services for East Side Corridor Project ($127,480.00)
- Adopt Resolution Prioritizing Bridge Replacement List
- Adopt Resolution setting the Preliminary Net Tax Levy and Budget for 2025
- Adopt Resolution Approving the 2025‑2029 Highway Capital Improvement Plan and amending the use of the Transportation Sales Tax
- Approve Agreement with Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railroad for Crossing Improvement at CR 180 School Street
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board of Commissioners is convening a special meeting to enter a closed session. The purpose of the session is to discuss potential litigation under attorney/client privilege.
- Closed session regarding potential litigation pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, Subd. 3(b)
Steele County Board Meeting
The County Board will meet to discuss routine administrative items and personnel reports. Key decisions include a multi-year software upgrade and a maintenance contract for the Integrated Financial System.
- Microsoft M365 G5 3-year agreement at an annual cost of $162,205.39
- Maintenance & Support Contract with TriMin for IFS (January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2027)
- Revisions to the Health Services Assistant – LPN job description
- Review of Board of Adjustments report from September 3, 2024
- Internal Central Services Committee Minutes from September 4, 2024
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session to discuss funding for affordable housing and commissioner vehicle policies. The board is reviewing a proposal to use Housing Trust Fund money for a rental project in partnership with the Owatonna HRA and South Centra Human Relations Center.
- Proposed $200,000 expenditure from the Steele County Housing Trust Fund for 10 affordable rental units
- Discussion on fleet vehicle usage and mileage reimbursement rates for commissioners
- MNPrairie Joint Powers Board Budget Meeting update
- Facility update
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board will discuss a reconstruction contract for the county parking lot and the transition of Senior Services and CCB services. The meeting also includes proposals for administrator and engineer salary ranges and a nursing staff contract.
- Parking lot reconstruction contract bid from JJD Companies, LLC for $1,320,315.00
- Proposed County Administrator salary range of $150K - $190K
- Proposed County Engineer salary range of $129K – $158K
- ACH Contract proposal for nursing staff with minimum RN Licensure
- Amendment Number 1 to MnDOT Contract No. 1053976
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive a project update on the Dodge Wind Project from Nextera Energy Resources. The session also includes discussions on parking lot reconstruction and the transition of senior and CCB services.
- Dodge Wind Project update from Nextera Director of Development Clay Cameron
- Steele County parking lot reconstruction contract award
- Transition of Senior Services to Public Health and CCB services to MNPrairie
- County Administrator and County Engineer salary range and wage progression
- GIS department recap of travel to the 2024 Esri Users Conference
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will consider several actions, including a resolution to adopt Safe Streets funding, approval of a $1,500 wellness‑fair appropriation, and a vote on the 2025 Rice & Steele 911 Center budget. A key item is the agreement with Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railroad to improve the crossing at SE 18th Street. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, bills, and personnel reports.
- Approve Agreement with Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railroad for Crossing Improvement at SE 18th Street (pg. 103)
- Adopt a Resolution for Safe Streets for All Funding to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (pg. 111)
- Appropriate $1,500.00 to the Steele County Wellness Fund for the 2024 Health Fair (pg. 128)
- Authorize Commissioners Abbe and Brady to vote in favor of the Rice & Steele 911 Center 2025 Budget (pg. 100)
- Approve Installation of Additional Security Cameras for Admin Center (pg. 48)
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board will discuss award amounts for the 2025 Non-Profit Community Partner program and consider a $1,500 budget transfer to supplement the Steele Fit employee wellness program.
- Non-Profit Community Partner Award applications review
- Budget transfer of $1,500 to Steele Fit wellness program
- MNPrairie Finance Committee report
- Oak Hill Community Connections presentation
- Human Resource Services for MNPrairie discussion
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including a rezoning request for a property in Hope, approval of bills, and appointments to county committees. The meeting includes a public listening session on the rezoning amendment before a potential vote.
- Approve bills totaling $384,834.41
- Purchase Poly Voyager 4300 headsets and office chair for $589.15
- Adopt resolution delegating forfeiture powers to Jennifer Mueller
- Approve rezone request #85 for 9087 37th Ave SW from General Business (B) to Rural Residential (R-1)
- Approve out-of-state travel for the Attorney’s Office
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board is reviewing a preliminary 2025 budget for the Rice & Steele 911 Center. The proposal includes a requested contribution of $1,104,384 from Steele County to support operations and technology upgrades.
- Proposed Steele County contribution of $1,104,384 for 911 Dispatch (9.9% increase)
- Proposed total 911 Center expenditures of $3,796,682
- Planned replacement of 3 CAD stations and firewall/switch replacements
- Proposed $5,100 for employee mental health check-ups
- Migration of email services to M365
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will discuss permit renewals for the Routh Pit and Arndt – Zuphall Pit. A work session is scheduled to approve safety glass installation for the Administration Center. The board will also appoint commissioners to an interview team for the Human Resource Director position.
- Renewal of CUP 251 (Routh Pit)
- Renewal of IUP 2010-01 (Arndt – Zuphall Pit)
- Purchase and installation of safety glass for PT&E and Finance Departments
- Appointment of Commissioners Brady and Krueger to the HR Director interview team
- Approval of Landfill Semi-Tractor and Tanker
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board will review a request to replace existing plexiglass with safety glass in the PT&E and Finance departments of the Administration Building. The session also includes updates on MNPrairie human resources and finance committees, as well as reviews of recent professional conferences.
- $29,380.18 request for safety glass installation at the Administration Building
- MNPrairie Human Resource Services update
- MNPrairie Finance Committee update
- Review of GFOA Conference topics including debt management and procurement
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board will review the body-worn camera policy and authorize a purchase for the department. They will also consider grant agreements and a contract award for two bridge reconstruction projects.
- Award $689,125.00 contract to Midwest Contracting, LLC for bridge work
- Approve body-worn camera policy and purchase authorization
- Adopt grant agreements for S.A.P. 074-606-015 and S.A.P. 074-628-003
- Review 2023 Highway Department Annual Report
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss human resources, including HR Director recruitment and department staffing. Candi Lemarr will also provide an update on out-of-town travel.
- HR Director recruitment discussion
- MNPrairie contract discussion
- Department staffing discussion
- Out-of-town travel update
Board of Appeal and Equalization
The board will hear property owner appeals regarding market values and classifications for the 2024 assessment. This meeting serves as a second stage in the appeals process for owners who have already attended local board meetings. The board will also review reports from the County Assessor and consider adopting assessor recommendations.
- Property owner appeals regarding market value and classification
- Report from the County Assessor
- Adoption of Assessor’s recommendations
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will consider several personnel appointments and a final payment for courthouse renovations. A work session is scheduled to discuss the installation of a backup generator for the Administration Center datacenter. The agenda also includes reviewing committee minutes and various county correspondence.
- Final payment of $450,939.00 for Courthouse HVAC upgrades to JD Driver, LTD
- Appointment of Ed Nelson as Steele County Snowmobile Trail Administrator
- Designation of Amber Brooks as the Steele County Building Official
- Installation of a backup generator for the Administration Center Datacenter
- Resolution regarding the Education Identity and Access Management System
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board will discuss the vacancy for the Director of Human Resources position. The Owatonna Chamber of Commerce will also present a tourism update and a request for Southern MN Tourism appropriation.
- Director of Human Resources position vacancy
- Owatonna Tourism Update presentation
- Southern MN Tourism Appropriation Request
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board will consider appointing Robert Jarrett as County Attorney effective June 21, 2024. Members will also discuss the employment agreement for a new County Administrator and the recruitment of a County Engineer.
- Appointment of Robert Jarrett as County Attorney
- Contract award for 2024 Culvert Replacements and Drainage Improvements
- Renewal of Blooming Prairie County Clubs Wine and 3.2 Beer Licenses
- Approval of Owatonna School Reunification Use Agreement
- Purchase of GIS Computer from Steele County Compliance Fund
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will review an employment agreement for the new County Administrator and recruitment for the County Engineer. The session includes decisions on grant agreements and liquor license renewals.
- 2024 Boat & Water Safety Grant Agreement for $3,264 to reimburse personnel costs at Beaver Lake
- Renewal of the annual Equitable Sharing Agreement for federal forfeiture funds
- Renewal of Blooming Prairie County Club wine and 3.2 beer licenses
- Employment agreement for the new County Administrator
- Owatonna School Reunification Use Agreement & COI
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board will review several high-value road maintenance and repair contracts. They are also deciding on four conditional use permits and one industrial use permit for various businesses and solar projects.
- Contract for 2024 Bituminous Reclamation to Crane Creek Asphalt for $2,593,059.82
- Contract for 2024 maintenance overlay on CSAH 8 to Crane Creek Asphalt for $1,286,820.22
- Contract for CSAH 23 Pipelining and Culvert Joint Repair to Subsurface Inc. for $193,480.00
- Opioid Settlement RFP in the amount of $100,000
- Conditional Use Permits for Medford North Pit, Oeltjenbruns solar sales, and Terpstra repair business
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session featuring a presentation from Sean Williams, Executive Director of the Owatonna Area Business Development Center.
- Presentation by Owatonna Area Business Development Center Executive Director Sean Williams
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will meet to decide on several infrastructure contracts and cooperative agreements. The agenda includes awarding pavement marking and signal system contracts and reviewing engineering services for a roundabout.
- Pavement Marking contract awarded to Kamco for $277,818.19
- Signal system revision contract awarded to Minnesota Signal, LLC for $122,475.00
- Engineering services amendment with WSB for CSAH 48 and 18th Street SE Roundabout
- Cooperative agreements with the City of Owatonna for pavement striping and signal revisions
- Cooperative agreement with Dodge County for highway engineering
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board of Commissioners is meeting to authorize the sale of two property interests to the City of Owatonna. The session also includes a presentation from the Juvenile Probation Unit regarding case types and supervision practices.
- Resolution to authorize the sale of Steele County's interest in the LEC property to the City of Owatonna
- Resolution to authorize the conveyance/sale of 26th St lots to the City of Owatonna
- Juvenile Probation Unit presentation by Kendra Sirek and Kristi Diercks
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board will consider several conditional use and industrial use permit renewals and a new self-storage proposal. The meeting includes discussions on a Law Enforcement Center purchase agreement and a memorandum of understanding for lots on 26th Street NW.
- Early payment of Minnesota Clean Water Partnership Project Loan: $133,067.26
- Administration Building lower level/mail room renovation final payment: $17,535.27
- CUP #436 Prime 45 LLC self-storage proposal
- Renewal of IUP 2018-04 (Motl Pit) and IUP 2021-05 (Bauer Pit)
- Law Enforcement Center Purchase Agreement/Interim Lease
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board is reviewing a purchase agreement for the City of Owatonna to buy the County's half-interest in the Law Enforcement Center. The meeting also includes a discussion on transferring land for public use and a presentation on Family Resource Centers.
- Proposed sale of County's interest in Law Enforcement Center at 204 East Pearl Street for $700,000
- Interim lease for Law Enforcement Center with a termination date no later than April 25, 2025
- Memorandum of Understanding to convey Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5, Block 1, Lismore Addition No. 2 to the City for parks and trails
- Presentation on Family Resource Centers by Meghan Mohs and Patty Harrelson
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board will discuss road improvements, including a feasibility study for several intersections and a grant application for the CSAH 28/Beaver Lake Park Trail. The meeting also includes routine approvals for personnel reports, bills, and highway easement vacations.
- Professional Services Contract with WHKS for CSAH 2/CR 180, CSAH 43, and CR 171 intersection study not to exceed $127,375.00
- Grant application for CSAH 28/Beaver Lake Park Trail Improvements
- MnDOT Contract No. 1055853 for Hoffman Dr. and Bridge St. I-35 ramp signal upgrades
- Vacation of excess highway easements on CSAH 45 and CSAH 48 (Bixby Road)
- LEC Purchase Agreement and Interim Lease
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board is considering the sale of its half-interest in the Law Enforcement Center to the City of Owatonna. The board is also reviewing a grant application for land survey monuments and travel requests for attorney's office staff.
- Purchase agreement for City of Owatonna to buy County's interest in Law Enforcement Center at 204 East Pearl Street for $700,000
- Proposed $50,000 grant application for Public Land Survey System monument certification in Clinton Falls Township
- Out-of-state travel request for paralegal and victim services coordinator to attend PBK training ($1,681 per person)
- Interim lease agreement for County use of Law Enforcement Center at $19.00 per square foot after one year
- Presentations from Semcac Senior Services and Transitional Housing
Steele County Board Meeting
The Steele County Board will consider routine consent agenda items including approving minutes, bills, personnel changes, and policy updates, as well as a renewal contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare. The board will also receive reports and discuss action items from the work session.
- Renew contract with Advanced Correctional Healthcare with 3.97% increase
- Change Meal Reimbursement Policy from per meal limit to daily allowance
- Change Retirement Celebration Policy to allow up to $150 for food/supplies
- Approve out-of-state travel for IT Director to MS-ISAC Annual Meeting in June
- Approve bills and journal entries
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board of Commissioners is hearing presentations and reviewing impact reports from four local service organizations. The session focuses on reporting outcomes for children's services, senior care, and community assistance.
- Crisis Resource Center presentation on Abused Children’s Program (677 clients in FY23)
- Semcac report on senior nutrition, energy assistance, and Head Start services
- Community Pathways of Steele County 2023 Impact Report
- Healthy Seniors of Steele County presentation
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board will consider awarding a construction contract for the Community Corrections Facility and approve various resolutions, including a FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant. The meeting also includes discussions on a fairgrounds easement for a city trail and a 2023 Planning & Zoning review.
- Award Community Corrections Facility contract to APX Construction Group, LLC for $2,942,500.00
- Adopt resolution accepting FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Award
- Approve 2024-2026 lawn mowing proposal for Park & Recreation from BRN Lawn & Landscaping, LLC
- Approve MnDOT Contract No. 1028519W02
- Approve JD#24 Redetermination 3-year Special Assessment at 4% interest
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board will discuss a request from the City of Owatonna for temporary and perpetual easements on Fairgrounds property to facilitate a trail extension along 18th Street SE. The project involves removing a portion of the south end track area, with the City committing in-kind services and topsoil for the project.
- Fairgrounds easement for City Trail (includes temporary and perpetual easements)
- Public Land Survey System (PLSS) Monument Grant Application
- Presentation by Steele County Historical Society
- Tobacco & Cannabis Ordinances/Policies discussion
Steele County Board Work Session
The Board of Commissioners is discussing cost-sharing for a Fairgrounds South Track project and requests to waive landfill charges for late hauler contracts. The session also includes presentations from SMART transit and Farmamerica.
- Request to waive landfill gate rate charges of $615.49 and $2,724.15 for two haulers
- Fairgrounds South Track project involving $40,000 in in-kind services and $10,000 for Class 5 material
- Proposed $40,000 for new fence material or $36,000 for reuse for the South Track project
- City of Owatonna request for a right-of-way easement resolution for a trail project
- Presentation by SMART Transit regarding 10 years of service
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review several high-value contracts and equipment purchases. Additionally, the Ditch Authority will hold a public hearing regarding repairs for Judicial Ditch #6.
- Contract for countywide sealcoat project (CP074-024-003) to Scott Construction, Inc. for $825,688.86
- Purchase of a Caterpillar 140 Motor Grader with snow equipment for $417,090.00
- Public hearing and action on repair of Steele/Rice Judicial Ditch #6
- Fred Pryor Training Courses for up to 10 people for $2,250.00
- Appointment of 2 Commissioners to the Presidential Nomination Primary Canvassing Board
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and land use permits. The meeting includes voting on a bridge construction project on CR 162 and design services for CSAH 28.
- Award contract for Bridge No. 74562 on CR 162 to Structural Specialties, Inc. for $889,868.67
- Approve $378,000 contract with WHKS for CSAH 28 final design and Beaver Lake Park improvements
- Approve Conditional Use Permit #435 for Dobberstein Craft Retreat Center
- Renew IUP 2009-06 for Wencl Pit
- Approve property tax fire abatement for PID#17-274-0232 in the amount of $1,358.49
Steele County Board Work Session
The Steele County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss specific business. The primary item on the agenda is a presentation regarding the opioid settlement.
- Opioid Settlement Update presentation by Maddie Hessian, Public Health
Steele County Board Meeting
The Board will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2024 and establish the year's meeting schedule and rules of order. The meeting includes a search for a County Administrator and the appointment of various board committees and delegates.
- Final payment of $1,166.11 to Surface Preparation Technologies for Contract No. 237007
- Final payment of $36,169.55 to Asphalt Surface Technologies for Contract No. 232303
- Resolution to designate UBS Financial Services as the County’s depository
- Setting the Board of Equalization Meeting for June 18, 2024
- Resolution authorizing a County Absentee Ballot Board for the 2024 election cycle