{ "city": "Carlton County", "state": "Minnesota", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/carltoncountymn.gov/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-23", "upcoming": [ { "date": "2026-08-05", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to hold hearings on two conditional use permits", "summary": "The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding two conditional/interim use permits. The body will also review meeting minutes from July 1, 2026.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_08052026-1579", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" } ], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-21", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board holds hearings on 3 variance requests", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-1574", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-14", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Commissioners to decide on $46K transfer station feasibility study", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-1575", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-07", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "County to discuss data center project and adopt IT security policies", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-1573", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-07-01", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to hold three public hearings on rezoning and land use", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07012026-1570", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Public hearing on Elmwood Inn off‑sale liquor license", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1572", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-22", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Board to vote on $27,000 septic system loan for Atkinson Township", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06222026-1571", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06222026-1571", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hear two variance requests", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-1565", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-1565", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Carlton County Board to review zoning requests and liquor license renewals", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-1566", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-1566", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-03", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to consider Minnesota Power substation expansion permit", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06032026-1559", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06032026-1559", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-06-02", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Public hearing to amend moratorium on green burial cemeteries and natural organic reduction", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-1564", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Board to consider $43,041 HUD grant for unhoused outreach", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05262026-1563", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05262026-1563", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hold hearings on two variance requests", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-1557", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-1557", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-12", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Board to approve $6,432 Federal Boating Safety grant contract", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-1558", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-1558", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-06", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Carlton Co. Planning Commission to hear rezoning, 3 conditional use permits", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05062026-1554", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05062026-1554", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-05-05", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "County to discuss interim zoning ordinance and comprehensive plan update", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-1556", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-1556", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-27", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Board to accept $500 K-9 donation, approve gambling permit, and proclaim Mental Health Month", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04272026-1555", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04272026-1555", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-21", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board to hold public hearings on three variance applications", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-1547", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-1547", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-14", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Board will vote on a gambling permit for Irving Community Association", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-1553", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-1553", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-07", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "County approves $600,000 zero‑interest loan for Wrenshall water‑sewer engineering", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072026-1546", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04072026-1546", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-04-01", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission meeting canceled", "summary": "The April 1, 2026 Planning Commission meeting is canceled. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04012026-1544", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-23", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Board to consider participation in new national opioid settlement", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03232026-1545", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03232026-1545", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-17", "body": "Board of Adjustment", "headline": "Board of Adjustment meeting canceled", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03172026-1540", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-10", "body": "County Board of Commissioners", "headline": "Board to approve new Sheriff's Office fee schedule", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03102026-1543", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03102026-1543", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-04", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to hear zoning and development proposals", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03042026-1537", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03042026-1537", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" }, { "date": "2026-03-03", "body": "Committee of the Whole", "headline": "Carlton County Committee of the Whole to review annual reports and space study", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03032026-1539", "minutes_url": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03032026-1539", "source": "https://www.carltoncountymn.gov/AgendaCenter" } ] }