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Carver County, MN

Carver County public meetings in 2021

51 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 21, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to review National Opioid Settlement and infrastructure contracts

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the National Opioid Settlement and a 2021 year-in-review. The meeting includes a consent agenda with several highway project settlements and a labor negotiation strategy session.

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Tue Dec 21, 2021 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on two conditional use permits

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings for two conditional use permit applications. The body will also review minutes from the September 21, 2021, meeting.

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Tue Dec 14, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to set 2022 property tax levy and budget

The Board of Commissioners will decide on the 2022 property tax levy, the 2022 budget, and the 2023 Long Term Financial Plan. The meeting also includes setting 2022 compensation for County Commissioners, the County Attorney, and the County Sheriff.

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Wed Dec 8, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Commission considers Special Olympics Polar Plunge permit for Lake Waconia Regional Park

The Park Commission is reviewing a special use permit for a fundraiser event and discussing winter recreation operations. The body is also receiving updates on regional trail projects and park facility maintenance.

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Wed Dec 1, 2021 · 19:00

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hear three variance requests

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider three separate variance requests regarding property setbacks and structure sizes. The board will also review minutes from the October 6, 2021, meeting.

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Tue Nov 23, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County to hold public hearing on new fee schedule

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on the adoption of Ordinance 87-2022 regarding the County Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes a work session on water rules and separate sessions for the Ditch Board and Board of Health.

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Tue Nov 16, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to discuss 2022 legislative platform and housing assistance

The Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts for housing and digital access, as well as the 2022 legislative platform. The meeting includes a work session on the Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Service Center and a third-quarter finance update.

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Wed Nov 10, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Park Commission to discuss Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Service Center costs

The Commission is reviewing a proposal to allow cities to handle snow removal on destination regional trails for compensation. Members will also discuss reducing costs for the Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Service Center, including the potential removal of the concession area.

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Tue Nov 2, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to review 2022 legislative platform and cybersecurity

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2022 legislative platform, a cybersecurity update, and ditch benefit redeterminations during a work session. The regular session includes several consent items regarding highway projects and grant agreements.

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Tue Oct 26, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board seeks direction on $7.36 million Waconia Regional Park project

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review project updates and budget requests. Key discussions include the development of a waterfront service center and changes to city and township grant distributions.

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Tue Oct 19, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to discuss high water no wake ordinance and road acquisitions

The Board of Commissioners will review a draft high water no wake ordinance and discuss right-of-way acquisitions for the Jonathan Carver Parkway Project - Phase 1. The meeting includes several consent items regarding public safety grants and personnel agreements.

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Wed Oct 6, 2021 · 19:00

Board of Adjustment

Board to consider septic system setback variance in Watertown Township

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property in Watertown Township. The applicant is seeking to reduce the required setback for septic tanks from the ordinary high watermark of a natural environment lake.

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Tue Oct 5, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers $59,187.68 for Highway 24 right-of-way acquisitions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several consent items, including contracts for homeless prevention and hazardous waste management. They are also reviewing a conditional use permit for a contractor's yard and a comment letter regarding the Metropolitan Council's 2022 Regional Solicitation.

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Tue Sep 28, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board discusses $11.4 million in ARPA funding for housing and fiber internet

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review funding requests and project updates. No formal actions are scheduled for this meeting.

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Tue Sep 21, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board considers preliminary 2022 budget and tax levy

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a preliminary 2022 budget of $187,452,716 and a tax levy of $62,573,855. The meeting includes discussions on grant agreements, infrastructure projects, and the allocation of American Rescue Plan funds.

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Tue Sep 21, 2021 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on contractor's yard request

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit application for a contractor's yard in Watertown Township. The body will also approve minutes from the August 17, 2021, meeting.

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Wed Sep 8, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Park Commission to tour TH 5 Regional Trail and review permitting process

The Park Commission will conduct a tour of the TH 5 Regional Trail before holding a regular meeting. The body will discuss updating the department's special use permitting process for events on county park and trail property.

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Tue Sep 7, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to review 2022 preliminary budgets and levies

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the preliminary 2022 budget and levy for the County, the CDA, and the Water Management Organization. The meeting also includes decisions on road projects and collective bargaining agreements.

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Wed Sep 1, 2021 · 19:00

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hold three public hearings on variance requests

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings for three separate variance requests regarding setbacks and parcel configurations. The meeting will also include the approval of minutes from the August 4, 2021, meeting.

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Tue Aug 24, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board reviews 2022 preliminary budget and $20.4M in ARP funding

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a work session to discuss the 2022 preliminary budget and levy, including a proposed 3% tax impact on average homes. Members are also reviewing spending requests for a $20.4M allocation of Federal ARP-Local Fiscal Recovery Funds.

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Tue Aug 17, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers staffing changes and road project acquisitions

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the elimination of one Deputy Sheriff position to create a Crime Information Analyst role. The meeting also includes decisions on right-of-way acquisitions for Highway 24 and Highway 15 projects and a budget review for the CDA 2022 budget and levy.

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Tue Aug 17, 2021 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on Misthaven Estates preliminary plat

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat application for Misthaven Estates in San Francisco Township. The proposal involves creating three residential lots on approximately 11 acres and constructing a township road called Misthaven Lane.

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Wed Aug 11, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Park Commission approves 2022 fee changes and discusses regional trail updates

The Park Commission is meeting to review the 2022 budget and a proposed fee schedule. The session includes a tour of the SW Regional Trail and staff reports on regional park projects.

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Wed Aug 4, 2021 · 19:00

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hold public hearings on three variance requests

The Board of Adjustment will consider three separate requests for zoning variances regarding property setbacks and parcel ratios. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the July 7, 2021, meeting.

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Tue Aug 3, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board discusses 2022 budget and transportation planning

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several consent items including infrastructure payments and liquor licenses. A work session will be held to discuss the 2022 Budget Update and the Arboretum Area Transportation Plan Update.

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Tue Jul 20, 2021 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on two conditional use permits

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding two applications for Conditional Use Permits. The requests involve an accessory structure in Benton Township and the adaptive re-use of a building in Dahlgren Township.

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Tue Jul 20, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board to hold public hearing on zoning code and map amendments

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 97-2021 to amend the County Zoning Code and Zoning Map. The board will also consider several consent items related to staffing, professional service agreements, and highway projects.

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Wed Jul 14, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Park Commission to review 2022 fee schedule and cross country running permits

The Park Commission will conduct a tour of Lake Minnewashta Regional Park followed by a regular meeting. The body will discuss proposed fee changes for 2022 and a special use permit for high school running events.

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Tue Jul 13, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to review strategic plan and infrastructure contracts

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the Carver County Strategic Plan Update and a Property & Financial Services Division reorganization. The body is also considering several professional services agreements for bridge inspections and park facilities.

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Wed Jul 7, 2021 · 19:00

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment approves residential lot and solar array variances

The Board of Adjustment considered three requests regarding property setbacks and land use in Hollywood Township. The board decided on two variance approvals and one time extension for a previously approved project.

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Tue Jun 22, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers appointment to Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District

The Board of Commissioners will meet for a special session to review consent items and make a board appointment. The session includes decisions on a drug court contract and a special event permit.

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Tue Jun 15, 2021 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on zoning amendments and land use permits

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings for several conditional use permits regarding accessory structures and agri-tourism. The body will also consider zoning code amendments affecting all townships and reorganize its board leadership.

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Wed Jun 9, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Park Commission to review high school fishing tournament permit and 2022 budget

The Park Commission will discuss a special use permit for the Bass Federation MN High School State Fishing Tournament. The body will also review the draft 2022 operating budget request and receive staff reports on regional trail projects.

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Tue Jun 8, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board considers right-of-way acquisitions for Highway 10 Project-North Watertown

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects, including fiber network construction and highway grant applications. The body is also reviewing staffing requests for Health and Human Services and a collective bargaining agreement for licensed sergeants.

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Wed Jun 2, 2021 · 19:00

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hold public hearings on three variance requests

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings for three separate variance requests regarding road frontage, driveway separation, and non-conformity expansions. These requests affect properties in Hollywood, San Francisco, and Laketown Townships.

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Tue Jun 1, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to discuss land acquisition for Highway 212 Project

The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent items including a fireworks permit and various contracts. The meeting includes discussions on housing options and a closed session regarding land acquisition in Dahlgren Township.

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Thu May 27, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board of Commissioners holds strategic planning meeting

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for strategic planning. No specific action items or decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Tue May 18, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to hold public hearing on tobacco ordinance amendment

The Board of Commissioners will discuss updating the County Tobacco Ordinance to align with state and federal laws raising the minimum sale age to 21. The meeting also includes a public comment session regarding Sheriff's Office body-worn cameras and various infrastructure and staffing approvals.

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Tue May 18, 2021 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on six land-use applications

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings for one preliminary plat and five conditional use permits. The requests include a new plat in Watertown Township and various accessory structures and amenity lots across multiple townships.

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Wed May 12, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Park Commission to review July 4th fireworks permits

The Park Commission is considering special use permits for professional fireworks displays at Lake Waconia and Lake Minnewashta Regional Parks. The body will also hear a presentation on kite surfing at Lake Waconia Regional Park.

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Wed May 5, 2021 · 19:00

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hold public hearing on feedlot setback variance

The Board of Adjustment will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and conduct a public hearing regarding a variance request in Hollywood Township. The board is considering a request to reduce the setback from an existing feedlot to allow for new house construction.

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Tue May 4, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to hold public hearing on tobacco ordinance amendment

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding amendments to the County Tobacco Ordinance. The body is also considering several contracts for infrastructure and social services, including food insecurity relief and pavement markings.

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Tue Apr 27, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board reviews Zoning Code updates and Waconia Regional Park budget

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss updates to the Carver County Zoning Code and Official Zoning Map. Members will also review budget challenges for the Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Center and receive an update on county autism services.

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Tue Apr 20, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to discuss Highway 212 and Highway 5 funding

The Board of Commissioners will meet via videoconference to address several infrastructure projects and administrative approvals. Key items include funding requests for US Highway 212 and Highway 5, as well as a health board update on reopening phases.

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Tue Apr 20, 2021 · 19:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on five conditional use permits

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings for five conditional use permit applications and one preliminary plat. The meeting includes requests for personal accessory structures and business uses across several townships.

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Wed Apr 14, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Park Commission approves layout for Lake Waconia Waterfront Service Center

The Park Commission is reviewing designs and concession models for the Lake Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Service Center. The body is also monitoring progress on regional trail connections and park facility maintenance.

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Wed Apr 7, 2021 · 19:00

Board of Adjustment

Board of Adjustment to hold public hearings on three variance requests

The Board of Adjustment will organize its leadership and hold public hearings regarding three separate variance requests for property modifications and setbacks in Hollywood, Waconia, and Camden Townships.

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Tue Apr 6, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to review solar project and highway contracts

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a conditional use permit for a large solar energy system and award construction contracts for highway projects. The meeting includes a closed session for labor negotiation strategy and a work session on the Lake Waconia Regional Park Waterfront Service Center design.

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Wed Mar 24, 2021 · 18:30

Park Commission

Park Commission to discuss Lake Waconia Waterfront Service Center designs

The Park Commission is reviewing design concepts and concession operation models for the Waterfront Service Center at Lake Waconia Regional Park. The body will also consider a proposal for a public art installation at Baylor Regional Park.

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Tue Mar 23, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Board discusses $6 million in COVID-19 budget stabilization requests

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review funding requests from the COVID-19 Budget Stabilization Account and an estimated $20.5 million allocation from the American Rescue Plan Act. The session also covers aquatic invasive species management and school district boundary realignments.

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Tue Mar 16, 2021 · 09:00

Board of Commissioners

Carver County Board to discuss COVID-19 updates and local emergency extension

The Board of Commissioners will consider extending a local emergency declaration and review COVID-19 reopening updates. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with various infrastructure contracts and liquor license applications.

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