Carver County, Minnesota

Water Management Advisory Committee

Board of Commissioners

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Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will review four separate applications for variances in Young America, Watertown, and Waconia Townships. The board will determine if these requests meet the criteria for exceptions to local zoning and land-use rules.

• File PZ20260023: Variance request for sidewall height, structure height, and storage space (Young America Township)
• File PZ20260024: Variance request for cargo container parcel size and structure setback (Young America Township)
• File PZ20260022: Variance request for total personal storage space (Watertown Township)
• File PZ20260026: Variance request for agricultural production land in Amenity - Wooded Lots (Waconia Township)

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Board of Adjustment

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The Carver County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three land use applications: two Interim Use Permits for home-based businesses and one Conditional Use Permit for a contractor's yard. The commission will also consider approval of previous meeting minutes and other routine business.

• PZ20260021 - Public hearing for Gregory Wickenhauser's Interim Use Permit (Home Extended Business Accessory Use) in Dahlgren Township
• PZ20260014 - Public hearing for Timothy & Rhea Kerber's Conditional Use Permit (Contractor's Yard) in Young America Township
• PZ20260019 - Public hearing for Eric & Erica Hoese's Interim Use Permit (Home Extended Business Accessory Use) in Watertown Township

Board of Commissioners

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The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure contracts and land acquisitions. Key items include eminent domain proceedings for the Highway 40 Project and bridge repairs for the Dakota Rail Regional Trail.

• Authorization to initiate eminent domain and settlement agreements for the Highway 40 Project — Silver/Bevens Creek Area
• Bid award to Pember Companies for bridge repair and replacement on Dakota Rail Regional Trail
• Contract with Recycle Technologies Inc. for bulb recycling not to exceed $30,000
• Professional Services Agreement with Apex Engineering for Highway 52 & Highway 53 Box Culverts
• Special Use Permit for Minnesota Astronomical Society 2026 Camping with the Stars Event

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners is meeting to authorize compensation payments to property owners. These acquisitions are for shoulder widening and pavement improvements in the Highway 40 Project Silver/Bevens Creek Area.

• Resolution to authorize settlement of compensation for real property interests for the Highway 40 Project Silver/Bevens Creek Area

Planning Commission

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will discuss the 2027 Parks & Recreation and CCRRA operational and maintenance budgets. The body will also consider a recommendation to award a bid for bridge construction on the Dakota Rail Regional Trail project.

• 2027 Parks & Recreation and CCRRA Operational & Maintenance Budgets
• 2027 Fees for Service Request and Recommendation
• Bid award recommendation to Pember Companies for Bridges RO630 and R0631 (Project CP-26-015-513)
• Special Event Use Permit: Minnesota Astronomical Society, 2026 Camping with the Stars
• Special Event Use Permit: 1SD108 Central Schools HS Cross Country Meets

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a public hearing to amend the 2040 Comprehensive Plan. Several consent agenda items will be approved, including new lower‑potency hemp edible retail registrations, a final payment for the Highway 50 pavement repair, and a temporary on‑sale liquor license for the Chaska Rotary Club. The board will also discuss a joint powers agreement for the Jonathan Carver Parkway Project and review health and human services warrants.

• Approve New Lower‑Potency Hemp Edible Retail Registration for Good Time Liquors LLC
• Finalize payment and acceptance of the Highway 50 Pavement Repair Project with Wm. Mueller and Sons, Inc.
• Approve 1‑day to 4‑day Temporary On‑Sale Liquor License for Chaska Rotary Club
• Approve Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Carver for the Jonathan Carver Parkway Project – Carver Creek Area
• Review Health & Human Services and Commissioner Warrants

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings for four separate variance applications. These requests involve setbacks and structure dimensions across Laketown, Young America, Waconia, and San Francisco Townships.

• File #PZ20260017: Variance for reduced structure setback from a septic tank (Oakwood Community Church, Laketown Township)
• File #PZ20260015: Variance for reduced contractor's yard setback from a residence (Timothy Kerber, Young America Township)
• File #PZ20260018: Variance for reduced front yard setback for an accessory structure (Dustin Brakemeier, Waconia Township)
• File #20260016: Four variances for structure height, sidewall height, square footage, and storage space (Joshua Breeggemann, San Francisco Township)

Water Management Advisory Committee

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will receive an update on projected legislative impacts and a proposed 2% levy surcharge for the 2027 and 2028 budgets. Staff will present details on federal and state cost shifts, including reductions in state aid and changes to Medicaid and SNAP administration.

• Presentation on 2027 budget levy surcharge
• State aid cut of $70,000 for AIS
• SNAP administrative cost shift of $85,413
• HHS staffing increase of 5.5 FTEs
• Public Works staffing increase of 2.24 FTEs

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will convene to review and adopt minutes from a previous meeting and hold a public hearing on an interim use permit for mining.

• Approve minutes from May 19, 2026
• Public hearing for BH Aggregate Services, Inc. interim use permit
• Application for mining/land reclamation in Watertown Township

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will receive the 2026 Assessment Summary prepared by the County Assessor, which outlines assessed values, market trends, and new construction data. They will also review the Appeal Review, which reports 335 market‑value inquiries and 280 homestead‑related calls and explains the Homestead Market Value Exclusion limit of $517,200. The agenda does not list any specific motions or votes for these items.

• Presentation of the 2026 Assessment Summary (pages 3‑25) including median home value $447,100 and average $505,000
• Review of appeal data: 335 market‑value inquiries and 280 homestead‑related calls (total 615 inquiries)
• Discussion of the Homestead Market Value Exclusion phase‑out limit set at $517,200
• Report of over $130 million in new apartment construction added in the past year
• Adoption of language from County Board Operating Rules to apply Robert’s Rules of Order to the Board of Equalization

The Board of Appeal and Equalization adjusted the assessed values for two specific properties. The board maintained the current assessment and classification for the Undestad property and set a new assessed value for the DeSautel property.

• Adopted Robert's Rules of Order (unanimous)
• Maintained Pam Undestad assessment at $481,400 and delayed Ag to Residential reclassification (unanimous)
• Set assessed value of Tom Desautel property at $1,300,000 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:07 a.m. (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will hold a regular meeting including a walking tour of the Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail. The commission will vote on special use permits for a Girl Scouts Twilight Camp and the Lake Minnewashta 4th of July Fireworks under the consent agenda. Staff will present the 2027 Preliminary Parks Department Budget as an informational item.

• Special Use Permit: Girl Scouts Twilight Camp
• Special Use Permit: Lake Minnewashta 4th of July Fireworks
• 2027 Preliminary Parks Department Budget presentation

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will adopt the agenda, approve the June 2 minutes, and then consider a consent agenda that includes renewal and a new tobacco license, vacation of a right‑of‑way segment on County State Aid Highway 101, professional services agreements for Highway 44 Phase 3 and Highway 53, and a contract for ADA improvements and ITS enhancements. After the consent agenda, the County Administrator will give a report and the session will move to a work session on County Trails CIP and an update on opioid settlement investments for the jail medication program.

• Renewal of Annual Tobacco License and issuance of a new tobacco license to Carver Tobacco Inc. (items 2.1‑2.2)
• Authorization to vacate a segment of former right‑of‑way of County State Aid Highway 101 (item 2.3)
• Professional Services Agreement for Highway 44 Phase 3 Project with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. (item 2.4)
• Award of contract to Concrete Idea, Inc. for ADA improvements and ITS enhancements (item 2.6)
• Professional Services Agreement for Highway 53 Project with WSP USA Inc. (item 2.7)

The Board approved several professional services agreements for highway projects and health and human services. Additional actions included approving tobacco licenses, staffing changes in Finance, and the 2026 Performance Measures Report.

• Approved SRF Consulting Group agreement for Highway 44 Phase 3 ($1,246,183.06)
• Approved Concrete Idea, Inc. contract for ADA Improvements ($1,727,285.50)
• Approved WSP USA Inc. agreement for Highway 53 Project ($916,738.60)
• Vacated portion of CSA Highway 101 in Chanhassen (Resolution 30-26)
• Approved Next Chapter Technology agreement for CaseWorks system ($756,054)
• Approved Wiley Consulting LLC agreement for OnBase Data extraction ($29,750)
• Approved Highway 10/41 Project right of way settlement (Resolution 32-26)
• Adopted 2026 Performance Measures Report (Resolution 33-26)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider authorizing a special event use permit for a professional fireworks display at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park on July 3, 2026. The event, organized by the Lake Minnewashta HOA, is exempt from permit fees and contingent on the Park Commission's recommendation.

• Authorize special event use permit for Lake Minnewashta HOA fireworks display
• Event to be held at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, 6900 Hazeltine Blvd
• Display dates: Friday July 3, 2026 (primary) or Sunday July 5, 2026 (alternative)
• Anticipated attendance: 1,000 - 1,500+ people
• Permit fees: Exempt under 2026 Fee Schedule

Board of Commissioners

The Scott and Carver County Boards of Commissioners will hold a joint workshop at 200 4th Avenue West in Shakopee to discuss items including the SCALE Insurance Pool, the Merriam Junction Trail, and jail medical directorship.

• Scott County Association for Leadership & Efficiency (SCALE) Insurance Pool
• Lower Minnesota River Watershed District
• Merriam Junction Trail
• Transit/Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)
• Jail Medical Director

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will consider an amendment to the consent agenda. The amendment moves item 2.9, the State Performance Measurement Program (2026), to the regular session. The change is requested by Commissioner Anderson.

• Amendment to move State Performance Measurement Program (2026) from consent to regular agenda

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on application #20260012 by Gregory Wickenhauser for three variances in Dahlgren Township, involving reduced setbacks from neighboring residences and exceeding the number and size of commercial vehicles for a future IUP application. The meeting also includes procedural items such as call to order, pledge, minutes approval, and adjournment.

• Public hearing on File #20260012: Gregory Wickenhauser requests three variances (reduced setbacks, exceeding commercial vehicle limits) in Dahlgren Township

The Board of Adjustment approved two after-the-fact variance requests for a Home Extended Business Accessory Use (HEBAU) on a 3.67-acre property. The decision allows for reduced setbacks from neighboring residences and an increased number of work vehicles. Approval is contingent upon the submission and approval of an Interim Use Permit.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amended April 1, 2026, minutes (unanimous)
• Approved variance for reduced setbacks and increased work vehicles (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss professional services for the Government Center project and a Metronet agreement amendment. The meeting includes a consent agenda with various land use requests and infrastructure contracts.

• Contract with Allied Blacktop for $78,509 to mill and overlay the Law Enforcement Center south parking lot
• Preliminary Plat Approval for Sweet Farm Woods in Watertown Township
• Conditional Use Permit requests from Chad and Kris Christians (Contractor's Yard) and Crown College
• Adoption of the Baylor Regional Park Long Range Plan
• Final payment to Kamco, Inc. for the 2026 County Wide Crack Seal Project

The commissioners approved a contract with Leo A Daly for architecture and engineering services for the Government Center project. They also adopted several resolutions, professional service agreements, and a contract amendment extending the Connect Up Carver Expansion deadline. Additionally, Commissioner Anderson was appointed to the City of Chaska Downtown Master Plan Task Force.

• Approved contract with Allied Blacktop Company for 4‑inch parking lot at 606 East 4th St (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 27‑26 to support two GreenCorps members for 2026‑2027 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 28‑26 approving Preliminary Plat of Sweet Farm Woods (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with A Better Society up to $30,000 for Family Resource Center (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 29‑26 authorizing final payment of $198,252 to Kamco, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Leo A Daly for architecture and engineering services for Government Center project (4-1)
• Appointed Commissioner Anderson to City of Chaska Downtown Master Plan Task Force (unanimous)
• Approved amendment extending Connect Up Carver Expansion contract deadline to Dec 15 2029 (unanimous)

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee is meeting to consider and approve a preliminary recommendation for the 2027 draft budget and water levy. They will also approve the April 28, 2026 minutes and the meeting agenda, and receive updates on projects and upcoming events.

• Approval of April 28, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approval of May 26, 2026 agenda
• Preliminary recommendation on the 2027 draft budget and water levy
• Notes from the field and business items
• Annual tour scheduled for June 30, 2026, 5:30–8:30 p.m.

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will receive an informational update on the preliminary Phase 1 redevelopment of Baylor Regional Park. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, commissioner liaison report, and public comment.

• Informational update on Baylor Regional Park Preliminary Phase 1 Redevelopment
• Approval of April 22, 2026, meeting minutes
• Commissioner liaison report
• Open to the public for comments
• Next meeting scheduled for June 10, 2026

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes Amendment 5 to the SRF Consulting Group contract for final design and construction support on the Highway 212 project in Benton Township, adding $99,882.72 to the contract. Other consent items cover the 2025 CCWMO annual report, a staircase replacement at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, a request for a temporary liquor license for the Minnesota Cider Guild, and approvals for opioid settlement funds and mental‑health services. The regular session will hear the Midwest Medical Examiner report, a transit and mobility study, and a solid‑waste planning group appointment, followed by closed‑session discussions on labor‑negotiation strategy and a real‑property acquisition for the Highway 40 project.

• Amendment 5 to SRF Consulting Group contract for Highway 212 – Benton Township ($99,882.72)
• 2025 CCWMO annual report submission to Minnesota BWSR
• Lake Minnewashta Regional Park staircase replacement and trail connection bid review
• Application for 1‑day to 4‑day temporary on‑sale liquor license for Minnesota Cider Guild
• Resolution authorizing conveyance of Tamarack Property to Regents of University of Minnesota

The Carver County Board approved the Transit & Mobility study and agreed to fund the local match for a SouthWest Transit Regional Solicitation grant. It also approved multiple contracts, including a $99,882.72 amendment with SRF Consulting for the Highway 212 project and a $214,152.20 contract with Blackstone Contractors. Additional actions included issuing a hemp retail registration to Lunds Beverages, accepting opioid settlement funds, and appointing Commissioner Workman to the MPCA Solid Waste Committee.

• Approved Transit & Mobility study and support for grant application (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 5 with SRF Consulting for Highway 212 ($99,882.72, pending contract review) (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Blackstone Contractors LLC ($214,152.20, signing authorized after review) (unanimous)
• Approved Lower‑Potency Hemp Retail Registration to Lunds Beverages LLC (subject to paperwork, fees, taxes) (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of six National Opioid Settlement funds and authorized execution of documents (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Eastern Carver County ISD 112 for mental‑health services through 6/30/2028 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 26‑26 to authorize Quit Claim Deed for Tamarack Property (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Tom Workman to MPCA Metro Joint Commissioner/Staff Solid Waste Committee (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three development applications. The first is a Conditional Use Permit for a Contractor’s Yard in Waconia Township submitted by Andy Olson for Chad & Kris Christians. The second is a Preliminary Plat for Sweet Farm Woods in Watertown Township submitted by Joel Buttenhoff. The third is an amendment to a Conditional Use Permit for Crown College’s Master Plan Update & Expansion in Laketown Township submitted by Tim Gillet.

• Public hearing – Conditional Use Permit for Contractor’s Yard (Waconia Township) – applicant Andy Olson for Chad & Kris Christians
• Public hearing – Preliminary Plat for Sweet Farm Woods (Watertown Township) – applicant Joel Buttenhoff
• Public hearing – Conditional Use Permit amendment for Crown College Master Plan Update & Expansion (Laketown Township) – applicant Tim Gillet

The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for Christians, Inc. to operate a contractor’s yard on a 5.58‑acre parcel in Waconia Township, with a $3,000 escrow for road maintenance. The commission also approved the preliminary plat “Sweet Farm Woods” for Joel Buttenhoff, creating five residential lots on a 54.27‑acre parcel in Watertown Township. Both actions were adopted by unanimous vote.

• Approved contractor’s yard CUP for Christians, Inc. (Resolution #26-09) – all voted aye
• Approved preliminary plat “Sweet Farm Woods” for Joel Buttenhoff (Resolution #26-10) – all voted aye

Board of Adjustment

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will convene to approve a consent agenda including a construction contract for the 2026 Highway Preservation Program and a resolution proclaiming May as National Mental Health Awareness Month. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a zoning request and a review of warrants.

• Award construction contract to Valley Paving, Inc. for 2026 Highway Preservation Program
• Resolution to proclaim May 2026 as National Mental Health Awareness Month
• Public hearing for Jennifer and Danny Mielke's Home Extended Business Accessory Use (IUP)
• Public hearing for Patrick Crowe's Personal Use Landing Strip (CUP)
• Public hearing for Minnesota Topsoil's Yard Waste Utilization Site (CUP)

The Carver County Board approved several permits, contracts, and staffing changes, including a resolution authorizing an agreement with the Minnesota Department of Transportation to reconstruct Trunk Highway 5. It also awarded a construction contract to Valley Paving for the 2026 Highway Preservation Program and authorized a $36,000 contract with Wilsons Nursery. The Board adopted proclamations designating May 2026 as Motorcycle Awareness Month, National Mental Health Awareness Month, and ALS Awareness Month.

• Approved agenda amendment moving item 2.1 to item 3.3 (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel for a Public Works Operations employee (consent agenda)
• Issued Interim Use Permit (Order PZ20260006) (adopted)
• Awarded Valley Paving contract for 2026 Highway Preservation Program (adopted, pending review)
• Authorized agreement with MnDOT for Trunk Highway 5 reconstruction (adopted, pending review)
• Authorized $36,000 contract with Wilsons Nursery (contingent on review)
• Approved elimination of 1.0 FTE Law Enforcement Co‑Responder and creation of four 0.25 FTE positions (approved)
• Adopted proclamation declaring May 2026 National Mental Health Awareness Month (adopted)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review construction and professional service agreements. The meeting includes a proclamation for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Month and adjustments to law enforcement staffing.

• Construction contract award to Valley Paving, Inc. for the 2026 Highway Preservation Program
• IIJA Discretionary Grant Match Agreement #1062607 for Highway 5 Expansion Project - Arboretum Area
• Elimination of 1.0 FTE Law Enforcement Co-Responder and creation of four 0.25 FTE Law Enforcement Co-Responders
• Professional Service Agreement with Wilson's Nursery for tree planting at LMRP & LWRP
• Proclamation for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Awareness Month

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider an amendment to remove Work Session Item 2.2 from the agenda. The amendment is proposed because staff need additional time to address questions about the topic. No decision has been made yet.

• Amendment to remove Work Session Item 2.2 from the agenda

Board of Commissioners

At the April 28 work session, the Carver County Board of Commissioners received a presentation on upcoming changes to the 2026 election and future election cycles. Staff also briefed the board on recent state interpretation changes affecting the Metropolitan Agricultural Preservation Program and outlined next steps for its implementation. A draft long‑range plan for Baylor Regional Park was presented for discussion, with the board asked to provide guidance on Phase I priorities.

• Elections Update – presentation on 2026 election changes and outlook to 2028/2030; no action requested
• Metropolitan Agricultural Preservation Program – overview of state interpretation changes and county implementation steps; no action requested
• Long Range Planning for Baylor Regional Park – presentation of final draft concept design and phased implementation matrix; no action requested

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee will review 2025 stream monitoring results, discuss proposed 2027 capital improvement projects, and receive an update on the Big Woods ravine project. These are discussion items to inform recommendations.

• 2025 stream monitoring results – review of data
• 2027 capital improvement projects – discussion of proposed projects
• Big Woods ravine project – update
• Notes From the Field – general staff update
• Approval of minutes from February 24, 2026

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider a bid award for the Lake Minnewashta Regional Park staircase replacement. They will also discuss the Baylor Regional Park Long Range Plan and a preliminary recommendation for Phase 1. Updates on recreation programs for spring through fall 2026 and general operations are scheduled.

• Recreation Programs: Spring - Fall 2026 – overview and discussion
• Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Staircase Replacement – bid review and action
• Baylor Regional Park Long Range Plan & Preliminary Recommendation for Phase 1 – discussion
• Commissioner Liaison Report – update from county board liaison
• Open to the Public – public comment period

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three permit applications: a conditional use permit for an essential service yard and tree disposal (Watertown Township, applicant Brandon Leistiko/MN Topsoil), an interim use permit for a home extended business accessory use (Camden Township, applicants Jennifer & Dan Mielke), and a conditional use permit for a personal use landing strip (Waconia Township, applicant Patrick Crowe). The commission will also receive a process overview of the 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update.

• File PZ20260007: Conditional Use Permit for essential service yard & tree disposal (Watertown Township)
• File PZ20260006: Interim Use Permit for home extended business accessory use (Camden Township)
• File PZ20260008: Conditional Use Permit for personal use landing strip (Waconia Township)
• 2050 Comprehensive Plan Update process overview

The commission voted to approve Resolution #26‑06, allowing MN Topsoil to expand its Public/Quasi‑Public Waste Management Facility in Watertown Township. It also approved Resolution #26‑07, granting an Interim Use Permit for a home‑based fitness training business on the Mielke property in Camden Township. Both motions passed with all members voting aye.

• Approved Resolution #26‑06 for MN Topsoil waste‑management facility expansion (all aye)
• Approved Resolution #26‑07 for Interim Use Permit for home‑based training facility (all aye)

Board of Commissioners

The Board considered a proposed amendment to move Consent Agenda Item 2.9 to the regular agenda as item 3.3. Commissioner Fahey requested the change so staff can present the issue and answer board questions. The amendment would allow the item to be discussed outside the consent agenda.

• Amendment to move Consent Agenda Item 2.9 to Regular Session item 3.3

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure projects, including pavement repairs on Highway 212 and expansion grants for Highway 5. The meeting also includes discussions on the Minnehaha Creek Watershed and Chaska Library Committees.

• Professional Service Agreement with SRF Consulting Group for Highway 212 Pavement Settlement Repair
• Local Road Improvement Program and IIJA Discretionary Grant Match Agreements for Highway 5 Expansion Project - Arboretum Area
• Construction contract award for the 2026 Pavement Marking Project
• Cremation and Burial Policy for Health and Human Services
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License application for Augusta Ball Club, Chaska

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Waconia to fund the Highway 10 Regional Trail project, sharing $281,401.94 of the cost with the city. Additional items on the consent agenda are appointments, several Conditional Use Permit requests, and various solid‑waste and public‑health actions. The board will also adopt resolutions recognizing Sexual Assault Awareness Month and National Public Health Week.

• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Waconia for Highway 10 Regional Trail – County share $281,401.94
• Appointment to the WMO Advisory Committee
• Island View Golf Club – Conditional Use Permit request for large‑scale activity
• Oakwood Community Church – Conditional Use Permit request to expand and operate a facility
• PSA with Veolia Environmental Services for hazardous materials collection and processing in 2026

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance application. The board will discuss whether to allow reduced setbacks from a side yard and lake for an accessory structure.

• Public hearing for File #20260005: Tracy Dahlin variance request for accessory structure setbacks in Waconia Township

The Board of Adjustment approved the meeting agenda and the February 4 minutes by unanimous voice vote. A public hearing on Tracy Dahlin's after‑the‑fact variance request was conducted and then closed by unanimous voice vote. No vote was taken on granting or denying the variance.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved minutes (all aye)
• Closed public hearing (all aye)

Water Management Advisory Committee

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board held a work session to receive updates on three topics: the County's two License Centers, the planning process for a new Chaska Library, and the 2050 County Comprehensive Plan. Each item was presented as a briefing with a request for board input, but no formal actions or budget approvals were listed. No fiscal impacts or contracts were noted for any of the items.

• License Centers Update – annual budget and operations briefing
• Chaska Library – overview of new library design and public‑engagement process
• 2050 County Comprehensive Plan – update on next steps and request for input

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the continuation of a program to replace direct discharge Sub Surface Treatment Systems to reduce bacteria in local watersheds. The body will also consider several professional service agreements and a library access contract.

• 2026 SSTS Direct Discharge Program with a budgeted CCWMO levy of $72,500
• Bid award for Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail Culvert(s) Replacement Project
• Contract with Bibliotheca for Norwood Young America Library Extended Access
• Professional Service Agreement with Prairie Restorations, Inc. for Watertown Wetland Vegetation Management
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for St. Peter Lutheran Church, Watertown

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four conditional use permit applications: an additional‑density high‑amenity lot in Watertown Township, a contractor’s yard in Hollywood Township, a golf‑course amendment in Laketown Township, and a church amendment in Laketown Township. The commission will also hear a proposal to update the 2040 Comprehensive Plan with a solar‑development policy for Watertown Township. All items are scheduled for discussion at the March 17 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit – Additional Density – High Amenity Lots, Watertown Township (Applicant: Joel Buttenhoff) – File PZ20260001
• Conditional Use Permit amendment – Contractor’s Yard, Hollywood Township (Applicant: Keelo Ohland) – File PZ20260002
• Conditional Use Permit amendment – Golf Course, Laketown Township (Applicant: Jeff Hoxie, Island View Golf Club) – File PZ20260003
• Conditional Use Permit amendment – Church, Laketown Township (Applicant: Andrea Rand, ISG Architects) – File PZ20260004
• 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update – Solar Development policy, Watertown Township (Applicant: Wayne Hubin)

The commission adopted Resolution #26-02, allowing the creation of three residential high‑amenity lots on a 54.37‑acre parcel in Watertown Township. It also adopted Resolution #26-03, approving an amendment to expand a contractor’s yard on a seven‑acre property in Hollywood Township. Both motions passed unanimously with all members voting aye.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved minutes from Jan. 20, 2026 meeting (all voted aye)
• Approved and adopted Resolution #26-02 for three high‑amenity lots (all voted aye)
• Approved and adopted Resolution #26-03 for contractor’s yard expansion amendment (all voted aye)

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will consider acceptance of the bid for replacing culverts on the Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail. The meeting also includes a consent agenda item to approve a special event use permit for Podium Sports Marketing. Additional routine items such as agenda approval, minutes, and staff reports will be addressed.

• Special Event Use Permit: Podium Sports Marketing
• Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail Culvert(s) Replacement – Acceptance of Bid Authorization

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several infrastructure contracts and agreements. The key decision is to approve a professional services agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. to conduct a Highway 11 and Highway 40 corridor study for up to $152,707.02, with costs split evenly between Carver County and the City of Carver. Other items on the consent agenda cover change orders, seal‑coat projects, a trail contract, wetland credit purchases, a tobacco license, a mental‑wellness facility conversion, law‑enforcement hiring, and a federal‑government‑relations services agreement.

• Professional Services Agreement with Bolton & Menk for Highway 11/40 Corridor Study – up to $152,707.02 (County $76,353.51, City $76,353.51)
• Change Order No. 17 for Highway 212 Project – Dahlgren Township Settlement Repair
• Contract and bond with Henry G. Meigs for bituminous material – 2026 County‑wide seal‑coat project
• Award of construction contract for Highway 41 Arboretum Village Trail Project
• Law‑Enforcement Co‑Responder Multi‑Level Hiring resolution

Board of Adjustment

Board of Commissioners

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Water Management Advisory Committee will review the 2026 subsurface sewage treatment system program, present 2025 lake monitoring results, and outline the 2026 aquatic invasive species program. These items are for discussion and possible recommendation to the County Board. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and the agenda.

• Subsurface sewage treatment system 2026 program
• 2025 lake monitoring results
• 2026 aquatic invasive species program

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will evaluate the County Administrator's 2025 annual performance and review salary market data. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various contracts, grants, and regulatory approvals.

• Adoption of the 2025 Carver County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• 2026 Seasonal Road Restrictions
• Contract with Stonebrooke Engineering for Dakota Rail Regional Trail Crane Creek Bridge repair
• Commercial Kennel Amendment request for Laura Zimmerman
• Professional Services Agreement with L & T Tree Services for Lake Minnewashta Regional Park

The Carver County Board adopted Resolution 7‑26, creating an exception salary range and a one‑time market adjustment of $49,342 for County Administrator Dave Hemze, effective February 23, 2026. The board also adopted the 2025 Emergency Management Hazard Mitigation Plan, approved multiple contracts and licenses, and authorized the preorder of a tandem snowplow truck chassis. All actions were taken with the recorded vote totals.

• Approved agenda amendment moving item 2.10 to Regional Rail Authority (4‑1)
• Adopted Emergency Management 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan (consent agenda)
• Approved professional services agreement with L&T Tree Services for $38,300 (contingent on contract review)
• Approved Lower‑Potency Hemp Retail Registrations to E‑Cig Pod USA LLC and GMB Enterprise LLC (subject to paperwork, fees, taxes)
• Authorized preorder of a tandem snowplow truck chassis with Transwest Trucks Savage
• Adopted Resolution 6‑26 posting maximum seasonal load limits on County highways
• Approved Resolution 7‑26 establishing a $49,342 one‑time salary adjustment for the County Administrator (4‑1)
• Approved professional services agreement with Stonebrooke Engineering for bridge replacement on R0630 and R0631 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a professional service agreement with Stonebrooke Engineering to develop plans, specifications, permitting and project administration for replacing bridges R0630 and R0631 on the Dakota Rail Regional Trail. The agreement is budgeted at $69,800 from the CCRRA fund and is included in the current budget. If approved, the Board would authorize the Chair and County Administrator to sign the agreement.

• Professional service agreement (PSA) with Stonebrooke Engineering for bridge replacement design
• Replacement of deteriorated bridges R0630 and R0631 on the Dakota Rail Regional Trail
• Funding of $69,800 allocated from CCRRA and included in the current budget
• Authorization for Board Chair and County Administrator to sign the agreement
• Project falls under the Public Works – Parks department

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will elect officers, approve the agenda and minutes, and hear staff reports. A key discussion will be the update to the Baylor Regional Park long‑range plan. The commission will also receive an informational report on the facilities assessment and space‑needs study.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Approval of 1/14/26 meeting minutes
• Facilities Assessment and Space Needs Study (informational)
• Baylor Regional Park Long Range Plan Update (staff report)
• Next meeting scheduled for 3/11/26

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on application PZ20250053 submitted by Matt Yaeck, seeking a variance to exceed the allowable personal storage space in Camden Township. The board will also adopt the meeting agenda and approve the minutes from the October 1, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance application PZ20250053 by Matt Yaeck (Camden Township)
• Approve minutes from October 1, 2025 meeting

The Board of Adjustment elected Gerald Bruner as Chair, Amanda Gorra as Vice‑Chair, and appointed Land Management staff as Secretary. It approved the agenda and the October 1 2025 meeting minutes. The Board voted unanimously to approve variance PZ20250053, allowing additional personal storage space on the 20.4‑acre property. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

• Elected Gerald Bruner as Chair (all voted aye)
• Elected Amanda Gorra as Vice‑Chair (all voted aye)
• Appointed Land Management staff as Secretary (all voted aye)
• Approved agenda as printed (all voted aye)
• Approved October 1 2025 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved variance PZ20250053 to exceed allowable personal storage (all voted aye)
• Maintained current per diem rate for advisory board meetings (notification, no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (all voted aye)

Water Management Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and establish operating rules and a 2026 meeting calendar. Members will discuss the 2025 WMO Annual Report and the Solid Waste Master Plan.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of 2025 WMO Annual Report
• Discussion of Solid Waste Master Plan
• Establishment of 2026 meeting calendar

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will receive an update on the Merriam Junction Trail, a project overview of the Joint River Crossing Study, information on the Lower Minnesota River Watershed District, and a briefing on Health and Human Services legislation. The meeting will also include a Commissioner Discussion.

• Update on Merriam Junction Trail
• Project Overview of Joint River Crossing Study
• Lower Minnesota River Watershed District
• Health and Human Services Legislation
• Commissioner Discussion

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes approving a $1,368,375 grant agreement for the MN River Bluffs right‑of‑way acquisition. Other items on the consent agenda cover out‑of‑state training for investigators and deputies, several professional services agreements for road design and hazardous‑materials collection, and right‑of‑way settlement amendments for Highway projects. The meeting also includes regular session items such as advisory committee appointments and a work session on the Laketown Township wastewater system.

• Approve grant agreement SG-26P1-03-01 for $1,368,375 to acquire a permanent transportation easement for the River Bluffs project
• Approve out‑of‑state computer forensic training in Orlando, Florida for two investigators
• Approve out‑of‑state FEMA Field Force Operations Executive Classes for three deputies
• Professional Services Agreement with Apex Engineering Group for CSAH 27 design services
• Amendment to Settlement Agreement for Right of Way acquisitions for the Highway 10/41 Project

The Carver County Board unanimously approved a consent agenda that included grant agreements, multiple professional services contracts for highway projects, and a change to police staffing. It also authorized security upgrades for Lake Waconia Regional Park, appointed new members to the Library Board, entered a closed session to review the County Administrator's performance, and adjourned the regular session.

• Approved grant agreement SG-26P1-03-01 and restrictive covenant with Metropolitan Council (unanimous)
• Approved Apex Engineering Group contract for Highway 27 flood mitigation, up to $50,000 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 3‑26 authorizing amended settlement for Highway 10/41 right‑of‑way (unanimous)
• Approved TKDA contract for Highway 10 design, up to $152,222 (unanimous)
• Approved elimination of 1.05 FTE Deputy Sheriff and creation of 1.0 FTE Licensed Sergeant (unanimous)
• Authorized Bluum of Minnesota contract for Lake Waconia park security improvements (unanimous)
• Appointed Amber Barker, Michelle Bachmann, and Sarah Duffey to the Library Board (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss County Administrator Hemze's performance evaluation (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit amendment submitted by Laura Zimmerman for a commercial kennel in Waconia Township. The hearing continues discussion of application PZ20250049. The commission will also adopt the agenda, approve prior meeting minutes, and address any other business.

• Public hearing (continued) on Conditional Use Permit amendment for a commercial kennel (application PZ20250049) in Waconia Township

The Planning Commission elected Matt Kerber as Chairman and Greg Grazzini as Vice‑Chairman, both by unanimous vote. Land Management staff were appointed as the Commission secretary and Andy Steinhagen was appointed as the representative to the Board of Adjustment, also unanimously. The meeting agenda and the minutes from the December 16, 2025 meeting were approved unanimously.

• Matt Kerber elected Chairman (unanimous)
• Greg Grazzini elected Vice‑Chairman (unanimous)
• Land Management staff appointed Secretary (unanimous)
• Andy Steinhagen appointed representative to Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes from Dec 16, 2025 approved (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will consider a special use permit for the Frozen Fairway property of the Waconia Area Dandy Lions Club. An informational presentation of the preferred design for the Baylor Regional Park long‑range plan will be provided. The meeting also includes routine items such as introductions, approvals of minutes, and member reports.

• Special Use Permit: Frozen Fairway, Waconia Area Dandy Lions Club (consent agenda)
• Baylor Regional Park Long Range Plan Preferred Design (informational)
• New Member Orientation (informational)
• Approval of 11/12/25 meeting minutes
• General Operations & Recreation Services staff report

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several professional service agreements for opioid settlement services and health programs. The meeting includes decisions on conditional use permits and public works projects, followed by a work session on transit and mobility.

• Wireless Communications Monopole and Timber Creek Golf Course conditional use permits
• Professional service agreements for opioid settlement services with Mi C.A.S.A. Minnesota, Allos Ministries, OneLove.Yoga, and Marbigail Therapy Services
• Cologne Parking Lot Rehabilitation and Highway 152 Shoulder Safety Project
• Resolution setting 2027 Elected Official Minimum Salaries
• 2026 Fleet Equipment Purchases and Public Works headquarters hoist replacements

Board of Adjustment

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold its statutory meeting to elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026. The body will also decide on board operating rules, the 2026 meeting schedule, and various committee appointments.

• Adoption of 2026 Board Operating Rules
• JPA with Scott County for Southwest Metro Flood Resiliency Study
• Professional Services Agreement with Alliant Engineering, Inc. for stormwater erosion control
• U.S. Department of Transportation Grant Agreement for the Highway 5 Project - Arboretum Area
• Contract community increase of 1.0 FTE Deputy Sheriff

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a proposed amendment to Item 1.11 that adds additional applications for two advisory committees. The amendment lists applicants for the Community Development Agency and the MN Extension committees. No other agenda items are described.

• Amendment to Item 1.11 adding Community Development Agency advisory committee applications (Gretchen Oppriecht de Garcia, District 2; Matthew Spanhake, Nonresident)
• Amendment to Item 1.11 adding MN Extension advisory committee application (Matthew Spanhake, Nonresident)