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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$75.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$74.8M (FY2023)
Taxes$32.9M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$52.9M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$2,053 (FY2023)

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Wed Aug 5, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold hearings on two conditional use permits

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding two conditional/interim use permits. The body will also review meeting minutes from July 1, 2026.

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Recent meetings

Tue Jul 21, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board holds hearings on 3 variance requests

The Carlton County Board of Adjustment is holding public hearings on three variance applications (VAR-2026-010, VAR-2026-011, VAR-2026-012) from Raymond and Teri Pender, Simich Trust Agreement, and Scott and Betty Lingren. The board will also vote to approve minutes from the June 16 meeting. No other business is listed.

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Tue Jul 14, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Commissioners to decide on $46K transfer station feasibility study

The board will vote on a $46,000 feasibility study for rebuilding the existing transfer station, and consider a $10,000 funding request for a State of the County event. Also on the agenda are a rezoning, three conditional use permits, a public hearing for a data center study, and several contract awards including electronics recycling and a plow truck.

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CARLTON COUNTY os” MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners ***REGULAR SESSION*** Tuesday, July 14, 2026 8:30 AM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: i f ings 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda. 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. b. ©. A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the June 22, 2026, Adjourned Session 2. State of the County 3. Transfer Station Existing Site Implementation Feasibility Study REGULAR AGENDA |[B. Public Health & Human Services [C.. Zoning and Environmental Services 1. Schedule Public Hearing - Interim Ordinance Data Center Study 2. Rezoning REZ-2026-006 Daniel Woodhull 3. Consider Conditional Use Permit CUP-2026-008 Georgia Korsah 4. Conditional Use Permit CUP-2026-009 Billijo Peterson 5. Award Electronics Recycling Contract 6. Approve Plow Truck Purchase [D. Land and Building [E. Transportation 1. Awarding Contract 009-661-037 2. Agreement to Exchange Federal Funds |[F. Public Safety |G._Tax Matters H. Administrative - Other 1, Employee Service Awards 2. Contract for Law Librarian 3. Out of State Travel 4, Budget Presentations [._Unorganized Township Matters [J. Commissioners Comments and Meetings Attended K. Correspondence Carlton County Board of Commissioners Item for Considerat [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jul 7, 2026

Committee of the Whole

County to discuss data center project and adopt IT security policies

The Carlton County Committee of the Whole will discuss a data center proposal with the Land Stewards, consider approving an Information Security Risk Management Policy and a Technology Acceptable Use Policy, and review a request to adopt GFOA best practices budgeting. The board will also receive updates on economic development including the Carlton School Acquisition, transportation, and zoning comprehensive plan and transfer station planning.

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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building, Board Room July 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approve the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes 4. Carlton County Land Stewards – Data Center Discussion 5. New Business A. ADMINISTRATOR 1. Approve Information Security Risk Management Policy 2. Approve Technology Acceptable Use Policy 3. Request to formally adopt the GFOA best practices budgeting process for Carlton County B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1. State of the County 2. Carlton School Acquisition C. TRANSPORTATION 1. Transportation update D. ZONING 1. Comprehensive Plan update 2. Transfer Station Planning update 6. Other Business A. Discuss lobbying priorities B. Department Updates C. Commissioner Comments D. The next regular meeting date is scheduled for August 4, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. located at the Carlton County Transportation Building in the County Board Room. 7. Adjournment. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building, Board Room May 5, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda Motion by Susan Zmyslony, seconded by Chris Berg. Approved. 3. Approve the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion by Mark Westphal, Second by JinYeene Newmann . Approved. 4. New Business A. ADMINISTRATOR 1. McKinstry Change Proposal. John Neville [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jul 1, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold three public hearings on rezoning and land use

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding one rezoning request and two conditional/interim use requests. The body will also discuss data centers under old business.

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Mon Jun 22, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Public hearing on Elmwood Inn off‑sale liquor license

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider an off‑sale liquor license for Elmwood Inn in Atkinson Township. The agenda includes a presentation of Minnesota Statute 340.405 and a resolution from the Atkinson Town Board supporting issuance of on‑sale, off‑sale, and Sunday‑sale licenses. Residents may comment, and written comments will be acknowledged before the board adjourns.

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CARLTON COUNTY wes MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners *Public Hearing Regarding Off Sale Liquor License at Elmwood Inn*** Monday, June 22, 2026 4:15 p.m. Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Roll Call Presentation of liquor license MN Statute 340.405 -County Auditor/Treasurer Atkinson Township Resolution Public comment (Please rise and state your name and address. Sign in at the front) Elmwood Inn owner Cindy Bonneville Acknowledgment of written comments Adjourn to scheduled Board Meeting 1 MINNESOTA STATUTES 2025 340.405 340A.405 INTOXICATING LIQUOR; OFF-SALE LICENSES. Subdivision 1. Cities. (a) A city other than a city of the first class may issue with the approval of the commissioner, an off-sale intoxicating liquor license to an exclusive liquor store, or to a drugstore to which an off-sale license had been issued on or prior to May 1, 1994. (0) A city of the first class may issue an off-sale license to an exclusive liquor store, a general food store to which an off-sale license had been issued on August 1, 1989, or a drugstore to which an off-sale license had been issued on or prior to May 1, 1994. Subd. 2. Counties. (a) A county may issue an off-sale intoxicating license with the approval of the commissioner to exclusive liquor stores located within unorganized territory of the county. (b) A county board of any county except Ramsey County containing a town exercising powers under section 368.01, subdivision 1, may issue an off- [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jun 22, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board to vote on $27,000 septic system loan for Atkinson Township

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Elmwood Inn off-sale liquor license, then consider approving a $27,000 Individual Sewage Treatment System loan to Todd & Nadine Hietala for a failing septic system in Atkinson Township. Other items include a resolution supporting the Minnesota DNR's sale of a riparian parcel, approval of an agricultural lease for $55 per year, and notification of confessed judgments for delinquent taxes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Moose Lake road project and Elmwood Inn liquor license

The Board approved a fiscal agency agreement for the 1st Street construction project in Moose Lake. Additional actions included approving an off-sale liquor license, an agricultural lease, and a public hearing regarding Thomson Township roadways.

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CARLTON COUNTY MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners Monday, June 22, 2026 ADJOURNED SESSION-to follow Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: hitos://www.caritoncountymn.govimeetinas 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 1. 2. 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda. 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. Public Hearing 4:15pm (Elmwood Inn Liquor License) b. ©. A. Consent Agenda 4. Approve Minutes of June 9, 2026, Regular Session 2. Approve Minutes of the 2026 County Board of Review and Board of Appeal and Equalization 3. ISTS Loan 4. Notification of Confession of Judgement REGULAR AGENDA [B. Public Health & Human Services [C. Zoning and Environmental Services [D. Land and Building 1. Support for Minnesota DNR Sale of Parcel 2. Approve Agricultural Lease E. Transportation 1. Seta Public Hearing 2. Agreement with the City of Moose Lake |[F. Public Safety |G. Tax Matters 1. Tax Court Abatement [H. Administrative - Other 1. Approve Contract Amendment 2, Elmwood Inn Off Sale Liquor License (following public hearing) |. Unorganized Township Matters J. Commissioners Comments and Meetings Attended K. Correspondence Carton County Board of Commissioners Item for Consideration (IFC)/ Agenda Item Cover Sheet. AZ 2026 Agenda tem # To: Chairperson, Carlton [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners ADJOURNED SESSION - Rough Draft Tuesday, June 22, 2026 The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 22nd day of June 2026, in Adjourned Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Chairperson Proulx called the meeting to order at 3:00 p.m. Members present: Bodie (3:29 p.m), Plante Buhs, Proulx, Reed and Zmyslony. Absent: Bodie (until 3:29 p.m.). The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Budget presentations for Assessor’s Office and an overview of the Budget Process was presented by the County Administrator from 3:00 p.m. to 3:55 p.m. Motion by Zmyslony, seconded by Plante Buhs, and carried by all yea votes, to approve the Consent Agenda and items as follows: Approve the Minutes of June 9, 2026, Regular Board meeting. Approve the Minutes of June 15, 2026, County Board of Review and Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting. Approve a $27,000.00 Individual Septic Treatment System Loan (ISTS) application by Todd and Nadine Heitala, James and Kathleen Bong, and Janet Grover (PIN 33-030- 0140) in Atkinson Township. Accept notification of the Confession of Judgment (COJ) for payment of delinquent taxes on the following properties per Minnesota Statute 279.37, Subd. 3: Owner/Taxpayer Years Covered Parcel ID Number City or Township Gill, Kylee 2022-2025 06-045-1280 City of Cloquet Talarico, Daniel J 2022-2024 06-050-0580 City of Cloquet Conner, Christopher [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board to hear two variance requests

The Carlton County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications (VAR-2026-008 and VAR-2026-009) from Mark Henschel and Brett Paige. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment approves two variances

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for Mark Henschel and a variance with conditions for Betty Skelton. The meeting included public hearings for both requests before the board moved to final decisions.

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CARLTON COUNTY nm” MINNESOTA Board of Adjustment & Appeals Meeting Minutes Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS _ Aaron Gustafson i Bonnie Peterson | Gary Peterson __. Linda Loons (Alternate) PRESENT & Chair ' & Vice-Chair ® iO STAFF “PRESENT _ Chief Deputy Zoning & Environmental Services Administrator Jason Walsh 3. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES —_ APPROVE OF MAY 19, 2026 ablated AS AMENDED 0 4st Aaron Gustafson Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) OChair O Vice-Chair i) Oo _ no . Aaron Gustafson Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) OChair & Vice-Chair Oo O YES NO Gustafson OGustafson VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES &B. Peterson OB. Peterson &G. Peterson OG. Peterson ClLoons (Alt.) DLoons (Alt.) 4. OLD BUSINESS None 5. CALL PUBLIC HEARING TO ORDER The public hearing was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Legal ad was sent on May 28, 2026, and published in the Star G PEGAL AD iPM INTE _Gazette and Pine Knot News on June 5, 2026. 7. FINALITY OF DECISIONS Chairperson Gustafson read a statement on finality of decisions. 8. FINDINGS OF FACT TO GRANT VARIANCE Chairperson Gustafson read findings of fact from ordinance. Page 1 of 4 S:\BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTIMinutes\2026\061626 BOA Minutes.docx 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. VAR-2026-008 Mark Henschel APPLICANT/ Name: Mark Henschel REPRESENTATIVE Address: 976 County Road 112, Wrenshall, MN 55797 PUBLIC [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 9, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Carlton County Board to review zoning requests and liquor license renewals

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several conditional use permits and a rezoning request on Cologne Road. The meeting includes a report from the DNR regarding $651,891.19 in Payments in Lieu of Taxes and a request for a deputy's out-of-state training travel.

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✓ Decided: Carlton County Board approves watershed funding, road contracts, and zoning permits

The Board approved several land use requests including a communications tower, a home salon, and a cannabis mezzo business. Additionally, the Board authorized watershed implementation funding and awarded multiple construction contracts.

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CARLTON COUNTY me” MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners “REGULAR SESSION*** Tuesday, June 9, 2026 8:30 AM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: httos:/www.carltoncountymn.aovimeetinas 4. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3, Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. DNR NE Regional Director, Clarissa Spicer b. Carlton County Land Steward, Rita Vavrosky c. A. Consent Agenda 4. Approve Minutes of the May 26, 2026, Adjourned Session 2. Renew Liquor Licenses 3. Out of State Travel for Training 4, 2026 MN Annual County Boat & Water Safety Grant 5. May Claims over 2K REGULAR AGENDA [B. Public Health & Human Services [C. Zoning and Environmental Services 1. Accept Wright Recycling Shed 2. KUSC Watershed Funding 3. CUP-2026-005 — Holyoke Communication Tower 4. Essential Services Permit - MN Power Mahtowa Substation 5. CUP-2026-006 Jessica Svacina 6. Rezoning REZ-2026-005 — Cologne Road 7. CUP-2026-007 — Automba Cannabis Business 8. Interim Ordinance Amendment #41-A [D. Land and Building |E. Transportation 1. Awarding Contract 009-625-003 [F. Public Safety |G. Tax Matters |H. Administrative - Other 1. Out of State Travel |. Unorganized Township Matters [J.. Commissioners Comments and Meetings Attended |K. Correspondence ** [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners REGULAR SESSION - Rough Draft Tuesday, June 9, 2026 8:30 a.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 9th day of June 2026, in Regular Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Chairperson Proulx called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Proulx, Reed, and Zmyslony. Absent: None. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Reed, seconded by Bodie, and carried by all yea votes to approve the Consent Agenda and items as amended. Approve the Minutes of May 26, 2026, Adjourned Board meeting. Approve out of state travel for a Sergeant in the Sheriff’s Office to attend a Defensive Tactics instructor level training in Mount Pleasant, WI on July 12-17, 2026. Adopt the following resolution (26-040): BE IT RESOLVED that the Carlton County Board of Commissioners authorizes and instructs the County Sheriff and the County Board Chairperson to sign the 2026 County Boat and Water Safety Grant from Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (MN DNR) for $ 6,760. Grant period is from May 23, 2026 to June 30, 202 6 and consists of State funds. Approve the following claims over $2,000 and the summary number of claims and amounts under $2,000 in the month of May 2026: 3-D CONSTRUCTION 65000, AFSCME COUNCIL 65 7199.19, AMAZON.COM 2716.20, AMHERST H WILDER FOUNDATION 7500, ANOKA COUNTY 23701.75, ARROWHEAD ECON OPPORTUNITY A [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Jun 3, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider Minnesota Power substation expansion permit

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use permit for Jessica Svacina, a rezoning for Ryan Haluptzok, and a conditional use permit for Pasture Holdings LLC and Sonadores Holdings LLC. It will also consider a new business item: an Essential Services Permit from Minnesota Power for the Mahtowa Substation Expansion at 3193 Boundary Road, Mahtowa. Old business includes discussion of Interim Ordinance #41 regarding data centers.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves substation expansion and several land use requests

The commission approved an essential services permit for a Minnesota Power substation expansion. Additionally, the board approved conditional use permits for Jessica Svacina and Pasture Holdings LLC/Sonadores Holdings LLC, while denying a rezoning request from Ryan Haluptzok.

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Page 1 of 6 S:\PLANNING COMMISSION\Minutes\2026\060326 meeting minutes PC.docx Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:03 PM. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Clayton Kauppila ☒ Dan Belden ☒ Mike Abrahamson ☒ Lorrie Laurin ☒ Steve Schulstrom ☒ Keith Depre ☒ Bonnie Peterson ☒ STAFF PRESENT Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator Chris Berg ☒ Carlton County Commissioner Dan Reed: ☒ 3. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF MAY 6, 2026 APPROVE ☒ APPROVE AS AMENDED ☐ 1ST Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☒ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☐ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson ☐ 2ND Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☒ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson ☐ VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES YES ☒ Kauppila ☒ Belden ☒ Abrahamson ☒ Lauren ☒ Schulstrom ☒ Depre ☒ Peterson NO ☐ Kauppila ☐ Belden ☐ Abrahamson ☐ Laurin ☐ Schulstrom ☐ Depre ☐ Peterson Page 2 of 6 S:\PLANNING COMMISSION\Minutes\2026\060326 meeting minutes PC.docx 4. APPROVE AGENDA MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA APPROVE ☒ APPROVE AS AMENDED ☐ 1ST Clayton Kauppila ☒ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☐ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson☐ 2ND Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☒ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☐ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 2, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Public hearing to amend moratorium on green burial cemeteries and natural organic reduction

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners is holding a public hearing to consider an amendment to Interim Ordinance #41, which currently imposes a moratorium on green burial cemeteries and natural organic reduction facilities. The hearing includes a presentation by the Zoning Administrator and an opportunity for public comment. No decision is made at this hearing; it is for gathering input.

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Board of Commissioners Public Hearing Regarding AN ORDINANCE AMENDING INTERIM ORDINANCE #41 CARLTON COUNTY GREEN BURIAL CEMETERY AND NATURAL ORGANIC REDUCTION FACILITY MORATORIUM Meeting Agenda Tuesday, June 2, 202 6 4:30 p.m. Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton, MN 55718 A. Administrative 1. Roll Call 2. Presentation of Ordinance Amendment – Zoning Administrator 3. Public comment (Please rise and state your name and address. Sign in at the front) 4. Acknowledgment of written comments 5. Adjourn
Tue May 26, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board to consider $43,041 HUD grant for unhoused outreach

The board will vote on the consent agenda, which includes a $43,041 HUD grant to support unhoused outreach and youth services, annual renewal of solid waste hauler and facility licenses, and a one-year extension of the recycling shed contract with Cloquet Riverside Recycling. Regular agenda items include authorizing bids for electronics and scrap metal recycling, adopting an amended solid waste management plan, and setting a June 2 public hearing on a moratorium for green burial cemeteries and natural organic reduction facilities. A closed session under attorney-client privilege is also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board adopted the Northeast Minnesota Regional Solid Waste Management Plan

The commissioners approved the regional solid waste management plan and supporting documents. They also approved several contracts and loans, scheduled a public hearing on a liquor license, and set the budget meeting calendar. All motions were carried by unanimous yea votes.

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CARLTON COUNTY om MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners “ADJOURNED SESSION*** 4:00 PM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: httos:/iwww.carltoncountymn.dovimeetinas 4. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. Citizens regarding CUP-2026-005 Communications Tower-Holyoke Township b. c. [A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the May 12, 2026, Regular Session 2. Northeast Unsheltered Outreach Grant (HUD) 3. Solid Waste Hauler/Facility License Renewals 4. Renew Recycling Shed Contract REGULAR AGENDA [B. Public Health & Human Services [C._ Zoning and Environmental Services 1. Request Bids for Electronics Recycling 2. Accept Bid for Scrap Metal Recycling 3. Adopt Amended Solid Waste Management Plan [D. Land and Building _] 1, Results of May 15" Timber Auction [E. Transportation | |F. Public Safety ] [G. Tax Matters ] [H. Administrative - Other ] 4. Consider Public Hearing for Off Sale Liquor License 2. Resolution in Support of Grant 3. EDA CLP Approval 4. Kettle River Demolition Loan 5, Closed Session per MS 13D.05 Subd. 3b, Attorney-Client privilege |. Unorganized Township Matters j [J. Commissioners Comments and Meetings Attended | K. Correspondence | June 2, 2026 4:30 pm PUBLIC HE [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners ADJOURNED SESSION - Rough Draft Tuesday, May 26, 2026 4:00 p.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 26th day of May 2026, in Adjourned Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Chairperson Proulx called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Proulx, Reed and Zmyslony. Absent: None. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Reed, seconded by Bodie, and carried by all yea votes, to approve the Consent Agenda and items as follows: Approve the Minutes of May 12, 2026, Regular Board meeting. Approve the issuance of 202 6-2027 hauler licenses for mixed municipal solid waste, demolition waste, and recycling as on file in the Zoning & Environmental Services Department and as follows: A-1 Disposal, Carlson Timber Products, Cloquet Sanitary Service & North Country, Countryside Sanitation, Floodwood Services and Training, Mike’s Sanitation , Nordstroms, Safety-Kleen Systems , SKB Environmental Cloquet , Veit & Company, Inc, Waste Management. Approve the issuance of Recycling Facility licenses as on file in the Zoning and Environmental Services Department and as follows: City of Cloquet Public Works , Cloquet Riverside Recycling , Nordstrom Transfer Facility, SKB Shamrock Landfill. Approve the second of three one-year contract extensions with Cloquet Riverside Recycling for the Collection of Recyclable Mater [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 19, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board to hold hearings on two variance requests

The Carlton County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications: VAR-2026-006 by Steven and Christine Wipson, and VAR-2026-007 by Butterfield Trust. The board may also approve April meeting minutes and take action on the variances.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a variance for the Wipson property with conditions

The Board of Adjustment approved the findings of fact and granted a variance (VAR‑2026‑006) to Steven and Christine Wipson, subject to conditions. The Butterfield Trust application (VAR‑2026‑007) was forfeited because the applicant did not inform the department of an inability to attend. The meeting was then adjourned.

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CARI N COUNTY LTO ne MINNESOTA Board of Adjustment & Appeals Meeting Minutes Tuesday, 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS Aaron Gustafson PRESENT Chair STAFF PRESENT 3. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF APRIL 21, 2026 Aaron Gustafson 4st OChair no Aaron Gustafson OChair VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES 4. OLD BUSINESS 5. CALL PUBLIC HEARING TO ORDER 6. LEGAL AD STATEMENT 7. FINALITY OF DECISIONS 8. FINDINGS OF FACT TO GRANT VARIANCE Page 1 of 3 May 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM. Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) & Vice-Chair i) o Chief Deputy Zoning & Environmental Services Administrator Jason Walsh Office Manager Sheila Butterfield K APPROVE APPROVE AS AMENDED 1) Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) & Vice-Chair o o Bonnie Peterson | Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) O Vice-Chair wy 0 YES INO & Gustafson OGustafson QB. Peterson DB. Peterson WG. Peterson DG. Peterson DLoons (Alt.) DLoons (Alt.) None The public hearing was called to order at 7:01 p.m. Legal ad was sent on April 30, 2026, and published in the Star Gazette and Pine Knot News on May 8, 2026. Chairperson Gustafson read a statement on finality of decisions. Chairperson Gustafson read findings of fact from ordinance. S:\BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTIMinutes\2026\051926 BOA Minutes.docx 9, PUBLIC HEARINGS | A. #VAR-2026-006 - Steven and Chri. APPLICANT/ Name: Steve and Christine Wipson REPRESENTATIV [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 12, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board to approve $6,432 Federal Boating Safety grant contract

The Carlton County Board will consider several consent items and public agenda topics. A key action is the approval of a Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Equipment Grant Contract for $6,432 to the County Sheriff’s Office. The board will also review rezoning applications, a land sale, and a forgivable loan to the City of Kettle River.

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✓ Decided: Board approved rezoning of 3557 County Road 143 from A‑1 to A‑2

The commissioners voted unanimously to accept the Planning Commission’s recommendation and rezone the property at 3557 County Road 143, Barnum, from the A‑1 Agriculture/Forest Management district to the A‑2 Agriculture/Rural Residential district. They also approved several other items, including grant authorizations, a public hearing schedule, and the sale of tax‑forfeited parcels via online auction.

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CARLTON COUNTY me MINNESOTA 1, Roll Call Board of Commissioners ***REGULAR SESSION*** Tuesday, May 12, 2026 8:30 AM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetinas 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda. 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. b. c [A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the April 27, 2026, Adjourned Session 2. Grant Contract Agreement Amendment 3. Federal Boating Safety Grant Contract 4. Federal Boating Patrol Grant Contract 5. Out of State Travel 6. Northeast Unsheltered Outreach Grant (HUD) 7. Consider Scheduling Public Hearing 8. Approval of Contract/Change Order 9. Sheriffs Office Temp 10. April Claims over 2K REGULAR AGENDA |B. Public Health & Human Services |[C. Zoning and Environmental Services 4. Rezoning — Victoria & Bernhardt Heintzman (REZ-2026-004) 2. Conditional/Interim Use — Ulland Brothers Inc, (CUP-2026-003) 3. Conditional/Interim Use — Heidi Peura Trust (CUP-2026-004) 4. Conditional/Interim Use — Michael Rodeghiero (CUP-2026-005) [D. Land and Building 1. Approve June 24" 2026 Tax-Forfeited Land Sale [E. Transportation |[E. Public Safety |G. Tax Matters [H. Administrative - Other 1. City of Kettle River Forgivable Loan [L_Unorganized Township Matters. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners REGULAR SESSION - Rough Draft Tuesday, May 12, 2026 8:30 a.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 12th day of May 2026, in Regular Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Chairperson Proulx called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Proulx, Reed, and Zmyslony. Absent: None. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Reed, seconded by Bodie, and carried by all yea votes to approve the Consent Agenda and items as amended. Approve the Minutes of April 27, 2026, Adjourned Board meeting. Adopt the following resolution (26-035): WHEREAS, the Carlton County Board of Commissioners authorize d the acceptance of the 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (Grant No. A-OPSG-2022-CARLTNCO- 001) in the amount of $133,650 from the State of Minnesota and further authorized and approved the County Sheriff and the County Board Chair person to sign the documents necessary to facilitate this grant. Grant expiration was August 31, 2025 and required no local match in County Resolution 24-080; and WHEREAS, the end date and agreement amount changed from the original terms. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Carlton County Board of Commissioners does hereby authorize the grant contract amendments to the 2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant (OPSG) (Grant No. A -OPSG-2022-CARLTNCO-001) in the new amount of $135,000 from the [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed May 6, 2026

Planning Commission

Carlton Co. Planning Commission to hear rezoning, 3 conditional use permits

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on one rezoning application and three conditional/interim use permit requests. Old business includes discussion of Interim Ordinance #41. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a legal ad statement regarding public notices.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approved rezoning request REZ‑2026‑004

The commission approved the rezoning application (REZ‑2026‑004) with a unanimous 7‑yes vote. It also approved findings of fact for three conditional‑use requests and approved interim use permits (IUP) for two of them, while denying the IUP for the Michael Rodeghiero request. No other motions were adopted.

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Page 1 of 7 S:\PLANNING COMMISSION\Minutes\2026\050626 meeting minutes PC.docx Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Clayton Kauppila ☒ Dan Belden ☒ Mike Abrahamson ☒ Lorrie Laurin ☒ Steve Schulstrom ☒ Keith Depre ☒ Bonnie Peterson ☒ STAFF PRESENT Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator Chris Berg ☒ Carlton County Commissioner Dan Reed: ☒ 3. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF MARCH 4, 2026 APPROVE ☒ APPROVE AS AMENDED ☐ 1ST Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☐ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson ☒ 2ND Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☒ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson ☐ VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES YES ☒ Kauppila ☒ Belden ☒ Abrahamson ☒ Lauren ☒ Schulstrom ☒ Depre ☒ Peterson NO ☐ Kauppila ☐ Belden ☐ Abrahamson ☐ Laurin ☐ Schulstrom ☐ Depre ☐ Peterson 4. APPROVE AGENDA MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA APPROVE ☐ APPROVE AS AMENDED ☒ 1ST Clayton Kauppila ☒ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☐ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson☐ 2ND Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☒ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☐ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson ☐ Page 2 of 7 S:\PLANNING COMMISSION\Minutes\202 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 5, 2026

Committee of the Whole

County to discuss interim zoning ordinance and comprehensive plan update

The Carlton County Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss interim zoning ordinance #41 and a comprehensive plan update. The agenda also includes a discussion on the location and frequency of future Committee of the Whole meetings.

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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building, Board Room May 5, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approve the April 7, 2026 meeting minutes 4. New Business A. ADMINISTRATOR 1. Commissioner name tags 2. Discuss location, frequency, and use of the COW B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1. City of Kettle River Forgivable Loan/Grant 2. Economic Development update C. HUMAN RESOURCES 1. Sheriff’s Office Temp Emergency Hire D. PUBLIC HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES 1. Mental Health Awareness (Brenda Carlson) E. TRANSPORTATION 1. Transportation update F. ZONING 1. Interim Ordinance #41 2. Comprehensive Plan update 5. Other Business A. Discuss lobbying priorities B. Department Updates C. Commissioner Comments D. The next regular meeting date is scheduled for June 2, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. located at the Carlton County Transportation Building in the County Board Room. 6. Adjournment. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Cromwell-Wright Public School, Library 5624 MN-210, Cromwell, MN April 7, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda Motion by Marv Bodie, seconded by Sue Zmyslony. Approved. 3. Approve the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion by Zmyslony, seconded by Kyle Holmes. Approved. 4. Public Health Family and Community Supervisor introduction (Annie Napoli, Jenny Barta) . Information only, and provided by Jenny Barta. 5. 2025 Opioid S [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building, Board Room May 5 , 202 6 at 4 :0 0 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings 1. Call to O rder 2. Approval of Agenda Motion by Susan Zmyslony, seconded by Chris Berg. Approved. 3. Approve the April 7 , 2026 m eeting m inutes . Motion by Mark Westphal, Second by JinYeene Newmann . Approved. 4. New B usiness A. ADMINISTRATOR 1. McKinstry Change Proposal. John Nev ille and Adam Seidel of McKinstry present a PowerPoint on the status of the federally funded solar project. Motion by Sara Buhs, seconded by Zmyslony to approve the contract change order (full contract) and move the contract to the next regular board for approval . 2. Commissioner name tags . Dennis Genereau presents the concept and is asked to bring quotes to the board at a future board meeting, along with a recommendation for who should have the tags. 3. Discuss location, frequency, and use of the COW . Dennis w ill look at other locations and frequency with 4 additional meetings off site, and a plan to reorganize the COW to improve public engagement and work on specific items of business . B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1. City of Kettle River Forgivable Loan/Grant . Request from Ryan Pervenanze to consider a forgivable loan or grant option for the City of Kettle River to remove a dangerously deteriorating building . Discussion was had regarding what can be asked of Kettle River in exchange for the grant of funds from [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Apr 27, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board to accept $500 K-9 donation, approve gambling permit, and proclaim Mental Health Month

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners meets in adjourned session to consider a consent agenda and regular agenda items. Consent items include accepting a $500 donation for the Sheriff's Office K-9 program, proclaiming May as Mental Health Month, and approving a gambling permit for Lakehead Harvest Reunion. Regular agenda items include the sale of county parcels, an airport property lease, an abatement, and a contract for attorney appointment. No details are provided for most regular agenda items.

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✓ Decided: Board approved lease of airport land to US Solar Development for a solar farm

The Carlton County Board approved several resolutions, including accepting a $500 donation for the Sheriff’s K9 program, approving a lawful gambling permit for Lakehead Harvest Reunion, selling three tax‑forfeited parcels for $7,500, leasing airport premises to US Solar Development for a solar farm, granting a tax abatement, and hiring a $3,200‑per‑month contract for child‑protection services. All motions passed with unanimous yea votes.

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CARLTON COUNTY me MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners *“ADJOURNED SESSION** Monday, April 27, 2026 4:00 PM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: hitos:/mww carttoncountymn.govimeetinas 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda 4, Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. b. c. [A. Consent Agenda 4. Approve Minutes of the April 14, 2026, Regular Session 2. Accept Donation for K-9 Program 3. Proclamation as May as Mental Health Month 4. Approve Gambling Permit for Lakehead Harvest Reunion REGULAR AGENDA [B. Public Health & Human Services [C._ Zoning and Environmental Services [D._ Land and Building 1. Approve Sale of Parcels 2. Carlton County Forester Awarded Outstanding Service Award [[E. Transportation 1. Airport Property Lease [F. Public Safety |G. Tax Matters 1. Abatement [H. Administrative - Other 1. Contract for Attomey Appointment [-_ Unorganized Township Matters J. Commissioners Comments and Meetings Attended |K. Correspondence Carlton County Board of Commissioners ttem for Consideration (IFC)/ Agenda Item Cover Sheet To: Chairperson, Carlton County Board ofCommissioners Meeting Date: April 27, 2026 Via: Kevin DeVriendt, County Auditor/Treasurer From/Presenter: Stari aly Lake _ Title of Item for Consideration: ac [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners ADJOURNED SESSION - Rough Draft Monday, April 27, 2026 4:00 p.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 27th day of April 2026, in Adjourned Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Chairperson Proulx called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Proulx, Reed and Zmyslony. Absent: None. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Bodie, seconded by Reed, and carried by all yea votes, to approve the Consent Agenda and items as follows: Approve the Minutes of April 14, 2026, Regular Board meeting. Adopt the following resolution (26-030) WHEREAS, MN statute 465.03 requires the governing body by resolution, accepted by a two-thirds majority of its members, expressing such terms in full; and WHEREAS, Nancy Delaney donated $500; and WHEREAS, the donor listed above prescribed the donation is for Sheriff’s Office K9 Program and will be used in accordance with the specified purpose. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Carlton County Board of Commissioners accepts the above listed donation for Sheriff’s Department. Adopt proclamation that May is Mental Health Month in Carlton County. Adopt the following resolution (26-031): BE IT RESOLVED to acknowledge the receipt and approve the Minnesota Lawful Gambling Application for Exempt Permit (LG220) for the Lakehead Harvest Reunion, Inc for use at Lakehead H [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board to hold public hearings on three variance applications

The Carlton County Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold public hearings on three variance applications: VAR-2026-003 (Andrew Omar), VAR-2026-004 (Thomas Luke), and VAR-2026-005 (Scott and Betty Lingren). The meeting also includes approval of the February 17, 2026 minutes and noting of legal ad publications.

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✓ Decided: Board of Adjustment held a public hearing and considered three variance applications

The Board of Adjustment conducted a public hearing on three variance requests (VAR‑2026‑003, VAR‑2026‑004, VAR‑2026‑005). Motions to approve findings of fact for each application were made and voted on. The minutes do not provide clear vote tallies or final approval/denial outcomes for the variances.

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CARLTON COUNTY a MINNESOTA Board of Adjustment & Appeals Meeting Minutes Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM 41. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM. 2. ROLL CALL Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) & Vice-Chair g ps) Aaron Gustafson Chair BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Zoning & Environmental Services Administrator Chris Berg Bw STAFF PRESENT Office Manager Sheila Butterfield X) 3. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 17, 2026 Aaron Gustafson APPROVE AGPROVE AS AMENDED 0 Linda Loons (Alternate) Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson st 1 Chair O Vice-Chair | a No | Aaron Gustafson Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) OChair Vice-Chair Oo a] VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES 4. OLD BUSINESS 5. CALL PUBLIC HEARING TO ORDER 6. LEGAL AD STATEMENT 7. FINALITY OF DECISIONS 8. FINDINGS OF FACT TO GRANT VARIANCE 9. PUBLIC HEARINGS Page 1 of 4 YES Gustafson QB. Peterson WG. Peterson CLoons (Alt.) None {NO OGustafson OB. Peterson OG. Peterson OLLoons (Alt.) The public hearing was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Legal ad was sent on April 2, 2026, and published in the Star Gazette on April 10, 2026. Legal ad was sent on April 2, 2026, and published in the Pine Knot News on April 10, 2026. Chairperson Gustafson read a statement on finality of decisions. Chairperson Gustafson read findings of fact from ordinance. S:\BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT\Minutes\2026\042126 BOA Minutes.docx A. VAR-2026-003 Andrew Omar APPLICAN [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 14, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board will vote on a gambling permit for Irving Community Association

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will consider the consent agenda, which includes routine approvals such as minutes and loan allocations. A key item is the approval of a Minnesota Lawful Gambling Premises Permit for the Irving Community Association to operate pull‑tabs, bar bingo, tipboards and paddlewheel games at the Elmwood Inn, with a $150 non‑refundable annual fee. The board will also discuss a scrap‑metal transportation contract, a gravel pit lease, a five‑year construction program for county roads, and terms for a May 15, 2026 timber auction.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $600K water loan, $300K economic loan, and key grant allocations

The Carlton County Board unanimously approved a $600,000 zero‑interest loan to Wrenshall for water and sewer pre‑engineering, a $300,000 loan to LFD Holdings at 4% interest, and assigned $695,110 of surplus funds to future capital projects. It also approved $50,000 matching funds for SCI Broadband, increased the maximum Individual Sewage Treatment Systems loan to $50,000, renewed the joint powers agreement with WLSSD, and proclaimed National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week.

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CARLTON COUNTY mm” MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners **REGULAR SESSION** Tuesday, April 14, 2026 8:30 AM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: hites://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetinas 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda. 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. Employee Service Awards-H-1 b. 2025 Annual Report Community & Family Initiatives Department-H-2 c. [A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the March 23, 2026, Adjourned Session 2. Approve Gambling Permit for Irving Community Association 3, State Affordable Housing Aide Funds Allocation Barnum Project 4. SCI Invoice Broadband 5. Wrenshall/County Loan for Engineering 6. LFD Holdings EDA Loan 7. Carry over 2025 Transfer Station revenue to 2026 8. Approve WLSSD Joint Powers Agreement 9. Election Poll Pads 40.1STS County Loans 11. March Claims over 2K 12. Intermittent License Clerk Headcount Adjustment REGULAR AGENDA |B. Public Health & Human Services [C._ Zoning and Environmental Services 1. Consider bidding contract for scrap metal transportation and recycling [D. Land and Building 4. Terms and conditions, tracts, May 15", 2026 Timber Auction |E. Transportation 1. Gravel Pit Lease 2. 5 Year Construction Program |F.. Public Safety (G. Tax Matters 1. Abate [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners REGULAR SESSION - Rough Draft Tuesday, April 14, 2026 8:30 a.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 14th day of April 2026, in Regular Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Chairperson Proulx called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Proulx, Reed, and Zmyslony. Absent: None. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Zmyslony, seconded by Bodie, and carried by all yea votes to approve the Consent Agenda and items as amended. Approve the Minutes of March 23, 2026, Adjourned Board meeting. Adopt the following resolution (26-028): BE IT RESOLVED to acknowledge the receipt and approve the Minnesota Lawful Gambling Application LG214 Premises Permit for the Irving Community Association for use at The Elmwood Inn, 2145 County Road 61, Carlton, MN 55718. Approve the use of remaining balance of the State Affordable Housing Aide (SAHA) grant funds for the City of Barnum and Ideal Homes project. Approve the payment of $50,000.00 for matching funds for SCI Broadband which fiber hook ups which included 503 households and businesses in the townships of Barnum, Eagle, Lakeview, and Moose Lake. Approve City of Wrenshall loan from the Economic Development Department for $600,000 over ten years at 0% interest for pre- engineering for an infrastructure project for water and sewer upgrades and to access USDA Ru [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 7, 2026

Committee of the Whole

County approves $600,000 zero‑interest loan for Wrenshall water‑sewer engineering

The Carlton County Committee of the Whole will vote on a $600,000 0% interest loan to the City of Wrenshall for pre‑engineering work on water and sewer upgrades. It will also consider ISTS County loans up to $20,000 per applicant, the purchase of Knowink electronic poll pads at $2,000‑$2,500 each, and adoption of revised EDA loan policy and guidelines. Additional updates will be given on zoning revenue, the WLSSD joint powers agreement, and departmental staffing and transportation matters.

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✓ Decided: County approves $300,000 loan for new Edward Jones building

The Committee of the Whole approved several financial actions, including a $300,000 loan to L.F.D. LLC for an Edward Jones building, a loan to the City of Wrenshall for sewer and water upgrades, and the use of state affordable housing funds for the Barnum project. It also approved the purchase of election poll pads costing about $50,000 in the first year and rolled over 2025 transfer‑station revenue. The WLSSD Joint Powers Agreement was renewed and the sheriff’s office reported it is now fully staffed.

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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Cromwell-Wright Public School, Library 5624 MN-210, Cromwell, MN April 7, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approve the March 3, 2026 meeting minutes 4. Public Health Family and Community Supervisor introduction (Annie Napoli, Jenny Barta) 5. 2025 Opioid Settlement outputs/outcomes (Joanne Erspamer) 6. New Business A. AUDITOR/TREASURER 1. ISTS County Loans 2. Election Poll Pads B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1. Wrenshall County Loan for Engineering 2. EDA Loan Policy / Guidelines 3. Edward Jones EDA Loan 4. State Affordable Housing Funds (Barnum Project) 5. Economic Development update C. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 1. Space study discussion D. SHERIFF’S OFFICE 1. Staffing update E. TRANSPORTATION 1. Transportation update F. ZONING 1. 2025 Transfer Station Revenue 2. WLSSD Joint Powers Agreement 7. Other Business A. Discuss lobbying priorities B. Department Updates C. Commissioner Comments D. The next regular meeting date is scheduled for May 5, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. located at the Carlton County Transportation Building in the County Board Room. 8. Adjournment. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building, Board Room March 3, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda. Approved by Tom Proulx, seconded by Sue Zmyslony. Approved. 3. Approve the February 3, 2026 meeting minutes. Motion by Zmyslo [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Cromwell-Wright Public School , Library 5624 MN-210, Cromwell, MN April 7 , 202 6 a t 4 :3 0 p.m. 1. Call to O rder 2. Approval of Agenda Motion by Marv Bodie, seconded by Sue Zmyslony. Approved. 3. Approve the March 3, 2026 m eeting m inutes . Motion by Zmyslony, seconded by Kyle Holmes. Approved. 4. Public Health Family and Community Supervisor introduction (Annie Napoli, Jenny Barta) . Information only, and provided by Jenny Barta. 5. 2025 Opioid Settlement outputs/outcomes (Joanne Erspamer) . Information only, and provided by Joanne Erspamer, including a Power Point overview of expenditures. 6. New B usiness A. AUDITOR/TREASURER 1. ISTS County Loans . Information provided regarding a loan fund for individual subsurface sewage treatment systems . Motion by Chris Berg, seconded by Sarah Buhs. Approved. 2. Election Poll Pads . Information provided. The pads will cost approximately $50K in year one, and significantly less in year two, and will save a significant amount of time. Motion by Bodie, seconded by Zmyslony. Approved. B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1. Wrenshall County Loan for Engineering . Zmyslony presents information regarding the City of Wrenshall ’s request for funding for sewer and water infrastructure upgrades. Sarah Buhs suggests that a process be developed for the issuance of future loans/grants to municipalities that involves the Board as the primary decisionmaker. Motion by Dan Reed, seconded by Bodie to issue the loan to t [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Apr 1, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting canceled

The April 1, 2026 Planning Commission meeting is canceled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice.

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March 16 , 202 6 TO: The Public FROM: Sheila Butterfield, Office Manager RE: Meeting Canceled The April 1 , 202 6 Planning Commission meeting is canceled. If you have questions, please contact this office. Thank you. Printed on Recycled Paper Courthouse: 218-384- 4281 - Z o n i n g : 218-384-9176 Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste: 218-384- 9178 - W a t e r Testing : 218-384- 9590 - Fax: 218-384-9121 "An Equal Opportunity Employer" CARLTON C OUNTY ZONING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES P.O. Box 220 * 301 Walnut A v e n u e , R o o m 1 03 * Carlton, M N 55718 _________________________________________________________________________ CHRIS TOPHER BERG Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator
Mon Mar 23, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board to consider participation in new national opioid settlement

The Carlton County Board will vote on its consent agenda and approve the regular agenda. It will consider a $2,467.17 polling place accessibility grant, authorize the County Auditor/Treasurer as the Identified Official for Minnesota Department of Education access, and receive information about a new national opioid settlement that requires a participation form by May 4, 2026.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $1.86 M fund transfer and backs state opioid settlement

The commissioners unanimously approved a $1,860,000 transfer from the County General Fund to the Economic Development Fund. They also adopted a resolution supporting Minnesota’s multistate opioid settlement agreements. Additional actions included appointing a new Recorder, approving a recycling‑facility agreement with the City of Wright, and approving several leases and grant applications.

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CARLTON COUNTY oe MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners ***ADJOURNED SESSION*** Monday, March 23, 2026 4:00 PM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: hites:/www.caritoncountymn.gov/meetinas 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion, ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda. 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. Court Admin to swear in County Recorder (H1) b. c. [A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the March 10, 2026, Regular Session 2. Accept Polling Place Grant 3. Annual Authorization for MDE Access 4, New Opioid Settlement REGULAR AGENDA |B. Public Health & Human Services |[C. Zoning and Environmental Services 4. Amended Agreement for the Wright Recycling Shed [D._Land and Building 1. 2025 Tax-Forfeit Parcels for Sale |[E. Transportation |[F. Public Safety |G. Tax Matters [H. Administrative - Other 4. Appoint County Recorder & Oath 2. Approval of Work Force Center Leases (AEOA and JET) 3. Additional Loan Funds to Economic Development/EDA 4, Edward Jones EDA Loan 5. Commissioner Committee Assignment |. Unorganized Township Matters [J. Commissioners Comments and Meetings Attended [K. Correspondence Carlton County Board of Commissioners Item for Consideration (IFC)/ Agenda item Cover Sheet Agendaiter # To: Chairperson, Carlton County Board ofCommission [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners ADJOURNED SESSION - Rough Draft Monday, March 23, 2026 4:00 p.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 23rd day of March 2026, in Adjourned Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Acting Chairperson Reed called the meeting to order at 4 :00 p.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Proulx (remote), Reed, and Zmyslony . Absent: None. Proulx attended via interactive technology due to personal reasons requiring a roll call vote on items. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Bodie, seconded by Plante Buhs , and carried by all yea votes, Bodie- aye, Plante Buhs -aye, Proulx-aye, Reed-aye, Zmyslony-aye, to approve the amended Consent Agenda and items as follows: Approve the Minutes of March 10, 2026, Regular Board meeting. Adopt the following resolution (26-026): WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Education (MDE), Professional Educator Licensing Standards Board (PELSB), and Office of Higher Education (OHE) require annual designation of an Identified Official with Authority (IOwA) for each local agency that uses the Education Identity and Access Management (EDIAM) system. The IOwA is responsible for authorizing, reviewing, and recertifying user access for their local agency in accordance with the State of Minnesota Enterprise Identity and Access Management Standard, which states that all user access rights to Minnesota state systems must be [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 17, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment meeting canceled

The March 17, 2026, meeting of the Carlton County Board of Adjustment is canceled. The office manager sent a notice stating the meeting will not take place.

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February 26, 2026 TO: The Public FROM: Sheila Butterfield, Office Manager RE: Meeting Canceled The March 17 , 202 6, Board of Adjustment meeting is canceled. If you have questions, please contact this office. Thank you. Printed on Recycled Paper Courthouse: 218-384- 4281 - Z o n i n g : 218-384-9176 Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste: 218-384- 9178 - W a t e r Testing : 218-384- 9590 - Fax: 218-384-9121 "An Equal Opportunity Employer" CARLTON C OUNTY ZONING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES P.O. Box 220 * 301 Walnut A v e n u e , R o o m 1 03 * Carlton, M N 55718 _________________________________________________________________________ CHRIS TOPHER BERG Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator
Tue Mar 10, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board to approve new Sheriff's Office fee schedule

The Carlton County Board of Commissioners will consider the consent agenda, approve the regular agenda, and discuss items from public health, zoning, land, transportation and public safety. Key actions include approving the Sheriff's Office fee schedule, a conditional use permit (CUP‑2026‑002), a rezoning request (REZ‑2026‑003), a raffle application for the Kettle River Snowmobile Association, and a review of February claims over $2,000. The meeting is scheduled for March 10, 2026 at the County Transportation Building.

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✓ Decided: County approves cannabis business permit and rezoning changes

The Board approved its consent agenda and a gambling permit for the Kettle River Snowmobile Association. It adopted a lease renewal at $0.89 per square foot and approved a Conditional Use Permit for a cannabis operation. The commissioners also approved a rezoning, an Extension services addendum, a $250,000 economic development loan adjustment, and accepted a $1,000 donation for the Sheriff’s K9 program.

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CARLTON COUNTY mms” MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners **REGULAR SESSION*** Tuesday, March 10, 2026 8:30 AM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at httes:/voww.carltoncountymn,aovimeetinas 4. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda. 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. CCEMS Annual Awards b. Extension/Master Gardeners (H2) c. [A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the February 23, 2026, Adjourned Session 2, Approval Annual Zoning Department Report 3. Approve Raffle Application for Kettle River Snowmobile Association 4. February Claims over 2K 5. Approval for out of state travel for training 6. Accept Donation to K9 Program 7. Community Wildfire Protection Plan 8. Cabin Lease Renewals 9. Consider Letter of Support for FDL/Bemidji State University Whitetail Deer Study 10.EDA Loan Approval Edward Jones — Modified Terms 11. Out of State Travel — 1 staff from Public Health — Family & Community REGULAR AGENDA |B. Public Health & Human Services [C. Zoning and Environmental Services 4. CUP/IUP — Michael Fuhr (CUP-2026-002) 2. Rezoning — Angela Tardy (REZ-2026-003) [D._ Land and Building |E. Transportation | [F. Public Safety 1. Sheriff's Office Fee Schedule approval ([G. Tax Matters | H. Administrative - Other || 1. Valua [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners REGULAR SESSION - Rough Draft Tuesday, March 10, 2026 8:30 a.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 10th day of March 2026, in Regular Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Chairperson Proulx called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Proulx, Reed, and Zmyslony. Absent; None. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Reed, seconded by Plante Buhs, and carried by all yea votes to approve the Consent Agenda and items as amended. Approve the Minutes of February 23, 2026, Adjourned Board meeting. Approve annual Zoning Department report. Adopt the following resolution (26-019): BE IT RESOLVED to acknowledge the receipt and approve the Minnesota Lawful Gambling Application LG230 Application to Conduct Off-Site Gambling Permit for the Kettle River Snowmobile Association for use at Split Rock Star Club, 6350 Hwy 27, Kettle River, MN 55757 for a raffie to be held March 7, 2026. Approve the following claims over $2,000 and the summary number of claims and amounts under $2,000 in the month of February 2026: ACME ELECTRIC MOTOR INC 2070.60, ADVANCED EXCAVATING & ONSITE SYSTEMS LLC 16025, AFSCME COUNCIL 65 7225.42, ALEX PRO FIREARMS, LLC 9995, AMAZON.COM 3221.65, ARROWHEAD REGIONAL DEV COMM 2750, ASCENDANCE TRUCKS PARTS & SERVICE 6134.53, AT&T MOBILITY 13758.54, BEAUDRY OIL & SERVICE INC 34842.40, BEST OIL CO 2897.05, BILDEAUX SERVICES 2100, BOLTON [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Mar 4, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear zoning and development proposals

The Carlton County Planning Commission will convene to approve meeting minutes and an agenda, followed by public hearings on a conditional use permit, a zoning request, and input on burial practices.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves rezoning REZ-2026-003 and related permits

The commission approved the rezoning request REZ-2026-003 with a 6‑1 vote. It also approved the findings of fact and the interim use permit (IUP) for CUP-2026-002, each by a 6‑1 vote. The meeting minutes and agenda were approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

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Page 1 of 4 S:\PLANNING COMMISSION\Minutes\2026\030426 meeting minutes PC.docx Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Clayton Kauppila ☒ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☒ Lorrie Laurin ☒ Steve Schulstrom ☒ Keith Depre ☒ Bonnie Peterson ☒ STAFF PRESENT Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator Chris Berg ☒ Chief Deputy Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator Jason Walsh: ☒ Zoning and Environmental Services Office Manager Sheila Butterfield: ☒ Carlton County Commissioner Susan Zmyslony: ☒ 3. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 4, 2026 APPROVE ☒ APPROVE AS AMENDED ☐ 1ST Clayton Kauppila ☒ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☐ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson ☐ 2ND Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☒ Keith Depre ☐ Bonnie Peterson ☐ VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES YES ☒ Kauppila ☐ Belden ☒ Abrahamson ☒ Lauren ☒ Schulstrom ☒ Depre ☒ Peterson NO ☐ Kauppila ☐ Belden ☐ Abrahamson ☐ Laurin ☐ Schulstrom ☐ Depre ☐ Peterson Page 2 of 4 S:\PLANNING COMMISSION\Minutes\2026\030426 meeting minutes PC.docx 4. APPROVE AGENDA MOTION TO APPROVE AGENDA APPROVE ☐ APPROVE AS AMENDED ☒ 1ST Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

Committee of the Whole

Carlton County Committee of the Whole to review annual reports and space study

The committee will discuss the Restorative Justice annual report and a space study presentation. The meeting includes reviews of the 2025 Annual Zoning Report and the county's Community Wildfire Protection Plan.

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VPwner Pena 10. 11. CARLTON COUNTY ae MINNESOTA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building, Board Room March 3, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings Call to Order Approval of Agenda Approve the February 3, 2026 meeting minutes RJ Annual Report (Sal Lee, Mallory Thorne) Consider Letter of Support for FDL/Bemidji State University Whitetail Deer Study (Mike Schrage — FDL Wildlife Program Manager) Extension Presentation (Keri Cavitt) Carlton County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (Marlyn Halvorson) Space Study Presentation (Klein McCarthy and Adolph Peterson) New Business A. LAND 1. Cabin Lease Renewals B. TRANSPORTATION 1. Transportation update C. ZONING 1. 2025 Annual Zoning Report 2. Comprehensive Plan update Other Business A. Discuss lobbying priorities B. Department Updates C. Commissioner Comments D. The next regular meeting date is scheduled for April 7, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. located at the Carlton County Transportation Building in the County Board Room. Adjournment. PFwNr 'ARLTON COUNTY CARLTO! MINNESOTA COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building, Board Room February 3, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings Call to Order Approval of Agenda Motion by Bodie, Second by Zmyslony. Approved. Approve the December 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Motion by Zmyslony, Second by Nuemann. Approved. Transfer Station Planning Report (Hea [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Feb 23, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board to approve a $500 easement for Wayne and Karen Carlson

The Carlton County Board will vote on several consent agenda items, including minutes of the February 10 meeting, a cigarette/tobacco license renewal for KR Bar and Grill, a letter recognizing the Minnesota Department of Agriculture's spongy moth treatment, and acceptance of a permanent easement to Wayne A. Carlson and Karen K. Carlson for $500. The regular agenda includes a final contractor payment (009‑600‑007) and a placeholder for awarding contract 009‑601‑058 for 2026 paving projects. All items are presented for board action.

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✓ Decided: County Board approves infrastructure contracts, $41K grant, and butcher support

The Carlton County Board approved its consent agenda, including minutes, a tobacco license, a support letter for aerial moth treatment, and a utility easement. It adopted a resolution backing Laveau Butcher Company’s grant request and accepted a $41,000 watershed grant for Rock Creek. The Board approved a $52,518.04 final payment for a completed road project and awarded an $8,967,257.22 contract to Northland Constructors for multiple road improvements. It also approved the Federal Equitable Sharing Agreement and adjourned the meeting.

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CARLTON COUNTY ms MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners **“ADJOURNED SESSION*** Monday, February 23, 2026 4:00 PM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: http://www. carltoncountymn.gov/meetinas 1. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda. 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. b. c. A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the February 10, 2026, Regular Session 2. Approve KR Bar and Grill Cigarette/Tobacco License Renewal 3._Letter of Spongy Moth Treatment Recognition 4. Accept Carlson Easement 5. Resolution in Support of Grant Application by Laveau Butcher Company REGULAR AGENDA [[B. Public Health & Human Services [C. Zoning and Environmental Services [D. Land and Building [E. Transportation 1. Final Contractor Payment 009-600-007 (LOW) 2. Placeholder for awarding contract 009-601-058 (LOW) 2026 Paving Projects [F. Public Safety |[G._Tax Matters |[H. Administrative - Other |. Unorganized Township Matters J. Commissioners Comments and Meetings Attended |K. Correspondence Carlton County Board of Commissioners Item for Consideration (IFC)/ Agenda Item Cover Sheet To: Chairperson, Carlton County Board of Commissioners Meeting Date: 2/23/2026 Via: Kevin DeVriendt, County Auditor/Treasurer From/Presenter: Kevin DeVriendt Title [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners ADJOURNED SESSION - Rough Draft Monday, February 23, 2026 4:00 p.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 23rd day of February 2026, in Adjourned Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Chairperson Proulx called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m. Members present: Bodie, Proulx, and Reed. Absent: Plante Buhs and Zmyslony. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Bodie, seconded by Reed, and carried by all yea votes, to approve the Consent Agenda and items as follows: Approve the Minutes of February 10, 2026, Regular Board meeting. Approve the issuance of 2026 Cigarette/Tobacco License for Cocktails, Drafts, and Eats, Inc. (KR Bar and Grill) Approve the Land Commissioner to author and submit a letter of support and authorization for the aerial application related to spongy moth mating disruption treatment in the County for 2026. Letter is on file at the County Land Department. Approve the request made for a non-exclusive easement for utility, ingress and egress purposes over, under and across the East 33.00 feet of the East Half of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, Section 35, Township 49, Range 20, Carlton County, MN (PID 96-010-5645). Grantee will be responsible for all fees (survey, recording, etc.). Adopt the following resolution (26-018): WHEREAS, the Laveau Butcher Company intends to apply for a Minnesota Department of Agriculture [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment meeting will address routine procedural items and public hearings

The Carlton County Board of Adjustment will conduct standard business such as call to order, roll call, and elections for chairperson and vice‑chairperson. It will approve the minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting and consider legal advertisements published in early February. The board will also hold public hearings on two variance applications, VAR‑2026‑001 (Toy Dewall LLC) and VAR‑2026‑002 (Iverson Inn, Inc.). No specific decisions or dollar amounts are detailed in the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board appoints Bonnie Peterson as alternate Planning Commission rep and approves two variances

The Board elected Aaron Gustafson as Chairperson and Bonnie Peterson as Vice‑Chairperson. It appointed Bonnie Peterson as an alternate representative to the Planning Commission and approved the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes. After a public hearing, the Board approved the findings of fact and granted variances with conditions for Troy Dewall LLC (VAR‑2026‑001) and Iverson Inn, Inc. (VAR‑2026‑002). The meeting was then adjourned.

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CARLTON COUNTY wee MINNESOTA Board of Adjustment & Appeals Meeting Minutes Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS Aaron Gustafson Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) PRESENT &Chair C Vice-Chair Ww im Chief Deputy Zoning & Environmental Services Administrator Jason Walsh & STAFF PRESENT Office Manager Sheila Butterfield & G. Peterson nominated Gustafson for Chairperson. There were no other nominations. Election of Gustafson as Chairperson supported by all yea votes. Walsh turned the chair over to Gustafson. 3. ELECTION OF CHAIRPERSON G. Peterson nominated B. Peterson for Vice-Chairperson. There 4, ELECTION OF VICE-CHAIR were no other nominations. Election of B. Peterson as Vice- Chairperson supported by all yea votes. 5. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS MOTION TO APPOINT BONNIE PETERSON AS AN ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE TO PLANNING COMMISSION 4st Aaron Gustafson Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) OChair O Vice-Chair x o no Aaron Gustafson Bonnie Peterson Gary Peterson Linda Loons (Alternate) Chair O Vice-Chair o ao YES INO Gustafson OGustafson VOTE TO APPROVE APPOINTMENT COB. Peterson OB. Peterson WG. Peterson OG. Peterson OLoons (Alt.) DLoons (Alt.) Page 1 of 4 S:\BOARD OF ADJUSTMENTI\Minutes\2026\021726 BOA Minutes.docx \6. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES APPROVE OF NOVEMBER 18, 2025 APEIROVE ta AS AMENDED 0 4st Aaron Gustafson | B [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 10, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

County approves $157,512 law enforcement contract with Thomson Township

The Carlton County Board will vote on the renewal of a law‑enforcement services contract with the Town of Thomson, paying $157,512 for one full‑time deputy for 2026. The meeting also includes routine consent‑agenda items, two rezoning proposals (REZ‑2026‑001 and REZ‑2026‑002), and a conditional use permit application (CUP‑2026‑001). Additional agenda items cover a guardianship attorney contract and a transfer‑station communication plan.

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✓ Decided: Board approves transfer of swamp property to City of Carlton for $1

The board approved the consent agenda, renewed the Thomson law‑enforcement contract, and authorized travel and service contracts. It also approved two rezoning requests, a conditional use permit for a veterinary clinic, and transferred a low‑land swamp parcel to the City of Carlton for $1 to support a drainage project. Additional actions included a $20,000 transfer‑station plan, a $130‑per‑hour guardianship contract, and the appointment of a countywide strategic planning team.

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CARLTON COUNTY SW MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners ***REGULAR SESSION*** Tuesday, February 10, 2026 8:30 AM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: hites://www.carltoncountymn.govimeetinas 4. Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. ‘Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda. 4. Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. b. c. A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the January 26, 2026, Adjourned Session 2. Renewal contract for Law Enforcement Services/Thomson Township 3. Out of State Travel for Training cal Federal Equitable Sharing Agreement & Certification January Claims over 2K 2025 Policy Committee Annual Report 2025 Management Team Annual Report 2 nN Oa Updated Management Team Operating Policy and Procedure 9. 2025 Building Committee Annual Report 10. Updated Data Practices Policy REGULAR AGENDA (B. Public Health & Human Services C. Zoning and Environmental Services 1. Rezoning - Peter and Kim Laveau (REZ-2026-001) 2. Rezoning - Robert Warder (REZ-2026-002) 3. CUPAUP - John and Caroline Minkkinen (CUP-2026-001) 4. Transfer Station Communication Plan [D. Land and Building E. Transportation |[F. Public Safety 1. Gracie Training |G. Tax Matters |H. Administrative - Other 1. Contract for Guardianship/Commitment/Child Support Contempt Attorney 2. Carlton Stormw [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners REGULAR SESSION - Rough Draft Tuesday, February 10, 2026 8:30 a.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 10th day of February 2026, in Regular Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Acting Chairperson (Vice Chair) Reed called the meeting to order at 8 :30 a.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Reed, and Zmyslony. Absent: Proulx. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Motion by Zmyslony, seconded by Plante Buhs, and carried by all yea votes to approve the Consent Agenda and items as presented. Approve the Minutes of January 26, 2026, Adjourned Board meeting. Authorize renewal of the Law Enforcement Contract by and between County Carlton and the Township of Thomson, whereby Carlton County will provide policing protection within the Township of Thomson effective January 1, 2026, through January 1, 2027. The contract is on file with the Sheriff’s Office. Approve out of state travel for a Sheriff’s Deputy to attend a Court Safety and Security Conference in Appleton, WI on March 23-26, 2026. Approve the 2025 Federal Equitable Sharing Agreement and Certification (ESAC) including approval of the Board Chair and County Sheriff to sign the agreement. Approve the following claims over $2,000 and the summary number of claims and amounts under $2,000 in the month of January 2026: AFSCME COUNCIL 65 7347.96, AMERICAN SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS 4807.47, [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Wed Feb 4, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear zoning and conditional use requests

The Carlton County Planning Commission will convene to approve meeting minutes, elect officers, and hear public hearings on three zoning and conditional use requests. The agenda includes items for the Lav eau and W arder properties, as well as a request from the Minkkinen family.

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves two rezoning requests REZ-2026-001 and REZ-2026-002

The commission unanimously approved rezoning REZ-2026-001 (PIN 69-020-2780) and rezoning REZ-2026-002 (PINS 86-030-5080 and 86-030-5090). It also approved the findings of fact for CUP‑2026‑001 and the IUP for that CUP as amended. A public hearing for Ordinance #41 was scheduled. All approvals received yes votes from all six members.

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Page 1 of 6 S:\PLANNING COMMISSION\Minutes\2026\020426 meeting minutes PC.docx Planning Commission Meeting Minutes Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:01 PM. 2. ROLL CALL BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT Clayton Kauppila ☒ Dan Belden ☒ Mike Abrahamson ☒ Lorrie Laurin ☒ Steve Schulstrom ☒ Keith Depre ☒ ☐ STAFF PRESENT Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator Chris Berg ☒ Carlton County Commissioner Dan Reed: ☒ 3. ELECTION OF CHAIRPERSON Kauppila nominated Depre for Chairperson. There were no other nominations. Election of Depre as Chairperson supported by all yea votes. Berg turned the chair over to Depre. 4. ELECTION OF OFFICERS a) Abrahamson nominated Belden for Vice-Chairperson. There were no other nominations. Election of Belden as Vice-Chairperson supported by all yea votes. b) Depre nominated Abrahamson for Secretary. There were no other nominations. Election of Abrahamson as Secretary supported by all yea votes. 5. APPROVE MEETING MINUTES MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 5, 2025 APPROVE ☒ APPROVE AS AMENDED ☐ 1ST Clayton Kauppila ☐ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☒ Steve Schulstrom ☐ Keith Depre ☐ ☐ 2ND Clayton Kauppila ☒ Dan Belden ☐ Mike Abrahamson ☐ Lorrie Laurin ☐ Steve Schulstrom ☐ Keith Depre ☐ ☐ VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES YES ☒ Kauppila ☒ Belden ☒ Abrahamson ☒ Lauren ☒ Schulstrom ☒ Depre ☐ NO ☐ Kaup [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 3, 2026

Committee of the Whole

Carlton County Committee of the Whole to discuss transfer station and jail programs

The committee will review a transfer station planning report and inmate jail programs. Members are also scheduled to discuss moving the County Board meeting time and approve several 2025 annual reports.

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✓ Decided: County approves $20K Transfer Station planning task and several policy updates

The Committee approved funding of up to $20,000 for the first task of the Transfer Station Planning and Feasibility Study. It also approved a contract proposal with Ehlers for the AT office and updates to the Data Practices Policy. Additional approvals included several annual reports and a Spongy Moth treatment plan.

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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building, Board Room February 3, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Approve the December 2, 2025 meeting minutes 4. Transfer Station Planning Report (Heather Kraul – Burns & McDonnell) 5. Inmate Jail Programs (Paul Coughlin, Leah Collier) 6. New Business A. ADMINISTRATOR 1. Discuss moving 8:30 am County Board meeting to 1:00 pm 2. Approve 2025 Policy Committee Annual Report 3. Approve 2025 Management Team Annual Report and updates to Operating Policy and Procedure 4. Approve updates to Data Practices Policy 5. County Commissioner conference dates - reminder B. ASSESSORS 1. Annual Fleet Report – Info. Only C. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 1. Economic Development update D. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT 1. Approve 2025 Building Committee Annual Report E. TRANSPORTATION 1. Transportation update 7. Other Business A. Discuss lobbying priorities B. Department Updates C. Commissioner Comments Five talking points from 1.8.26 Northern Counties Coalition (NCC) meeting: 1. Aaron Vande Linde, Director, Minnesota Office of School Trust Lands, presented on a number of school trust land items. Included was a discussion of Mineral Royalties, which is relevant to Carlton County given the possibility of copper/nickel mining in the Tamarack area with Talon. State policy is that the minimum % the state should receive on a non-ferrous [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE AGENDA Carlton County Transportation Building , Board Room February 3 , 202 6 a t 4 :0 0 p.m. Watch the meeting live at https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/meetings 1. Call to O rder 2. Approval of Agenda Motion by Bodie, Second by Zmyslony. Approved. 3. Approve the December 2 , 202 5 m eeting m inutes . Motion by Zmyslony, Second by Nuemann. Approved. 4. Transfer Station Planning Report (Heather Kraul – Burns & McDonnell ). Heather presents to the Committee regarding the Transfer Station Planning and Feasibility Study. Discussion had regarding next steps. Request is for completion of Task one, which is speaking and surveying individuals work at and use the Transfer Station currently. The cost of this ask 1 is an amount not to exceed $20K. Motion by Bodie, seconded by Proulx. Approved. 5. Inmate Jail Programs (Paul Coughlin, Leah Collier) . Coughlin and Collier present. Discussion had regarding programs and services associated with the jail, as well as the groups who the jail staff work with. Colller presents programing related information , including physical and mental health, wellness, and education components. Coughlin provides an update regarding the JIF program, including a review of efforts at pursuing grants. Info only. 6. New B usiness A. ADMINISTRATOR 1. Discuss moving 8:30 am County Board meeting to 1:00 pm . Reed notes that he was the one that wanted this added to the agenda. Some commissioners note that a 1 :00 meeting does not work w [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Jan 26, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Board to approve $318,523 service agreement for employment and training services

The Carlton County Board will consider a purchase agreement with Arrowhead Economic Opportunity Agency and Northeast MN Office of Job Training to provide MFIP employment and training services. The agreement totals $318,523, split equally between the two providers. The item is listed on the regular agenda under Public Health & Human Services. Other agenda items include a letter of support, grant applications, and a lease for airport property.

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CARLTON COUNTY mmm MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners ** ADJOURNED SESSION*** Monday, January 26, 2026 4:00 PM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: hitos:/N intymi 1, Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag 3. Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda 4, Approve Regular Agenda 5. Visitors: a. b. c. [A. Consent Agenda 1. Approve Minutes of the January 6, 2026, Annual Session 2. JET and AEOA Contracts 3, Human Services Advisory Committee 4, ACT Budget Addendum REGULAR AGENDA |B. Public Health & Human Services [C._ Zoning and Environmental Services 1. Letter of Support for St. Louis County's Canyon Solid Waste Campus 2. SSTS Low-income Grant 3. Food Waste Collection and Transportation with Cloquet Riverside Recycling [D. Land and Building 41. Wagner Easement Grant Application |E. Transportation 1. Airport Property Lease 2. Final Payment |[F. Public Safety |G. Tax Matters |H. Administrative - Other 1. Contract for Adrienne Pearson - CHIPS 2. EDA Loan Edward Jones 3. North Country Strategies, LLC Professional Services Agreement |. Unorganized Township Matters [J. Commissioners Comments and Meetings Attended IK. Correspondence Carlton County Board of Commissioners Item for Consideration (IFC)/ Agenda Item Cover Sheet A-2 To: Chairperson, Carlton County Board of Co [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for Jan 20, 2026 is canceled

The Carlton County Board of Adjustment meeting set for January 20, 2026 has been canceled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. Residents with questions may contact the office.

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December 31 , 202 5 TO: The Public FROM: Sheila Butterfield, Office Manager RE: Meeting Canceled The January 20, 202 6, Board of Adjustment meeting is canceled. If you have questions, please contact this office. Thank you. Happy New Year! Printed on Recycled Paper Courthouse: 218-384- 4281 - Z o n i n g : 218-384-9176 Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste: 218-384- 9178 - W a t e r Testing : 218-384- 9590 - Fax: 218-384-9121 "An Equal Opportunity Employer" CARLTON C OUNTY ZONING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES P.O. Box 220 * 301 Walnut A v e n u e , R o o m 1 03 * Carlton, M N 55718 _________________________________________________________________________ CHRIS TOPHER BERG Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator
Wed Jan 7, 2026

Planning Commission

Carlton County Planning Commission meeting canceled

The January 7, 2026 Planning Commission meeting is canceled. The agenda text states the meeting is canceled and provides contact information for the office.

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December 18 , 202 5 TO: The Public FROM: Sheila Butterfield, Office Manager RE: Meeting Canceled The January 7 , 202 6 Planning Commission meeting is canceled. If you have questions, please contact this office. Thank you. Happy Holidays! Printed on Recycled Paper Courthouse: 218-384- 4281 - Z o n i n g : 218-384-9176 Recycling/Household Hazardous Waste: 218-384- 9178 - W a t e r Testing : 218-384- 9590 - Fax: 218-384-9121 "An Equal Opportunity Employer" CARLTON C OUNTY ZONING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES P.O. Box 220 * 301 Walnut A v e n u e , R o o m 1 03 * Carlton, M N 55718 _________________________________________________________________________ CHRIS TOPHER BERG Zoning and Environmental Services Administrator
Tue Jan 6, 2026

County Board of Commissioners

Carlton County Board to elect 2026 leadership and set annual meeting schedule

The Board of Commissioners will hold its annual meeting to elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2026. The body will also determine the 2026 meeting dates for the Board and Committee of the Whole, and set salaries for the Sheriff and Attorney.

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✓ Decided: Board approved a grant contract with MDVA for veterans service enhancements

The board elected Commissioner Proulx as Chair and Reed as Vice‑Chair. It approved the consent agenda, a veterans grant contract (Resolution 26‑001), and a resolution allowing bid solicitations to be posted on the county website (Resolution 26‑002). Additional actions included opioid service contracts, a one‑year renewal with Afterlife Electronics, a 50‑year lease for compost site access, and designation of high‑priority bridges for future work.

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CARLTON COUNTY wee MINNESOTA Board of Commissioners ** ANNUAL MEETING*** 8:30 AM Carlton County Transportation Building 1630 County Road 61, Carlton Watch the meeting live at: httos://www.caritoncountymn.gov/meetinas Roll Call (Auditor/Treasurer DeVriendt will call the meeting to order) . Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag . Election of Board Chairperson for 2026 . Election of Board Vice-Chairperson for 2026 . Approve Consent Agenda and Items - The consent agenda is voted on without any discussion. Any commissioner may request an item be removed and added to the regular agenda . Approve Regular Agenda '. Visitors: a. b. c. . Consent Agenda . Approve Minutes of December 22, 2025, Adjourned Session Claims over 2K December . Veteran’s Grant . Bidding Resolution for website only-Transportation . 2026-2027 Child Support Cooperative Agreement . Three Opioid Settlement Agreements REGULAR AGENDA Public Health & Human Services |[C._Zoning and Environmental Services Interim Ordinance #41 progress report (info only) [D. Land and Building |[E. Transportation FDL Land Lease Bridge Priority Resolution Public Safety ._ Tax Matters |. Administrative - Other 2 oN 9. Election Absentee Ballot Board Election Mail Ballot Board Election UOCAVA Ballot Board Set Sheriff & Attorney Salary for Election cycle Approve conflict of interest resolution Consider bids for legal publications for 2026 Set dates and times for County Board Meetings in 2026 Set dates and times for [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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Carlton County Board of Commissioners ANNUAL SESSION – Rough Draft Tuesday, January 6, 2026 8:30 a.m. The Carlton County Board of Commissioners met this 6th day of January 2026, in Annual Session at the Carlton County Transportation Building. Auditor/Treasurer Kevin DeVriendt called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Members present: Bodie, Plante Buhs, Proulx, Reed, and Zmyslony. Absent: None. The meeting opened with the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. Nominations were called for Chairperson of the Board of County Commissioners for the year 2026. Commissioner Proulx was nominated by Reed. There being no further nominations, a motion was made by Bodie, seconded by Zmyslony, and carried by all yea votes that Proulx serve as Chairperson for the year 2026. Commissioner Proulx took over the meeting as Chairperson of the Board. Nominations were called for Vice -Chairperson of the Board of County Commissioners for the year 2026. Commissioner Reed was nominated by Bodie. There being no further nominations, a motion was made by Bodie, seconded by Zmyslony, and carried by all yea votes that Reed serve as Vice-Chairperson for the year 2026. Motion by Plante Buhs, seconded by Bodie, and carried by all yea votes to approve the Consent Agenda and items as follows: Approve the Minutes of December 22, 2025, Adjourned Board Meeting. Approve the following claims over $2,000 and the summary number of claims and amounts under $2,000 in the mont [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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