Carver County public meetings in 2023

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss establishing a local housing trust fund and setting 2024 compensation for the County Attorney, Sheriff, and Commissioners. The meeting also includes reviews of personnel policies and various contract amendments.

• Ordinance establishing a Local Housing Trust Fund
• Contract amendments for Paradise Commons totaling $487,128.20
• 2024 SSTS Direct Discharge Program with $80,000 in funding
• Resolutions setting 2024 compensation for County Attorney, Sheriff, and Commissioners
• Contract with Marbigail Therapy for Ape Siyalu Diyaniyan Girls' Supervision

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit amendment for an agri-tourism and winery expansion. The body will also review minutes from the October 17, 2023, meeting.

• Public hearing for Aaron & Ashley Schram regarding a Conditional Use Permit amendment for agri-tourism/winery expansion in Laketown Township

Park Commission

The Commission is discussing three service options for 2024 beach lifeguards and a special use permit for an ice golf tournament. The body is also reviewing the 2024–2028 Capital Investment Program, which includes several trail and playground projects.

• Special Use Permit request for Dandy Lions of Waconia 'Frozen Fairway' ice golf tournament at Lake Waconia Regional Park on February 3, 2024
• Proposed 2024 lifeguard service Option B estimated at $110,981
• Baylor Regional Park Boardwalk Construction allocated $467,000
• Lake Minnewashta Park Playground Reconstruction with available funding up to $1,275,000
• Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail projects with estimated County costs of $1,400,000 and $1,600,000

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will determine the 2024 property tax levy and budget and review the 2025 Long Term Financial Plan. The meeting also includes a separate session for the Regional Rail Authority to set its 2024 levy and budget.

• 2024 Property Tax Levy and Budget
• 2025 Long Term Financial Plan
• Contract with Barr Engineering for radon testing at the Government Center ($32,000)
• Contract with Northstar Regional for Drug Court peer recovery services ($26,520)
• Contract with The Improve Group for Community Resource Center assessment (up to $72,408)

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to review a variance application from Richard and Susan Steinhagen. The request concerns a property in Young America Township.

• Variance request for 17125 110th St to subdivide a 5.7-acre home site from agricultural land
• Proposed remnant parcel with approximately 340 feet of road frontage
• Review of compliance with the 1:5 width to depth ratio or 500-foot minimum width requirement

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will decide on a wheel loader purchase and a grant sponsorship for Laketown Township. The meeting also includes a work session to discuss broadband activities, a solid waste management plan, and a 3Q finance update.

• Authorization to preorder a wheel loader from Nuss Truck & Equipment for $268,318.25
• Resolution to sponsor Laketown Township's grant application for Augusta Road improvements
• Discussion of Historical Society request for Andrew Peterson Farmstead rehabilitation
• Update on CarverLink Broadband and Connect Up Carver initiative
• Review of 3Q Finance Update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to discuss and adopt Ordinance 87-2024 regarding the Carver County Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes a work session to update ordinances on cannabis use in public areas and parks.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 87-2024 (Carver County Fee Schedule)
• Authorization to preorder a wheel loader from Nuss Truck & Equipment for $278,318.25
• Ratification of a 2024-2026 PH-Doc software agreement not to exceed $126,000 (MDH grant funded)
• Monetary donation of $1,000 to the Carver County Sheriff's Office K9 Program
• Request to include a 32.97-acre parcel for Jeff Siegle in the Ag Preserve Program

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various county contracts, road projects, and personnel changes. The session includes meetings as the Regional Rail Authority and the Ditch Board to address specific infrastructure and financial assessments.

• 2024 Ditch Special Assessments: $4,434 for Carver/Mcleod Joint Ditch 5 and $3,608 for Carver/Sibley Joint Ditch 21
• Professional Services Agreement with Erickson Engineering Co., LLC for the Maplewood Road Bridge Project
• Contract with Bluum of Minnesota LLC for County Board Room Audio Video Upgrade
• Contract with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) for Auditing Services
• Conditional Use Permit for Laura Zimmerman (Carver Canines) Commercial Kennel

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a series of consent items including road project grants and personnel changes. The meeting also includes sessions for the Regional Rail Authority and the Ditch Board.

• Contract with Anoka County for Medical Examiner services totaling $878,763
• Professional Services Agreement with Erickson Engineering Co., LLC for the Maplewood Road Bridge Project
• Sponsorship and letters of support for Local Road Improvement Program grant applications for various cities and townships
• Contract with CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (CLA) for auditing services
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for Laura Zimmerman (Carver Canines) commercial kennel

Park Commission

The Commission is reviewing a request for state and Metropolitan Council bond funding to replace playgrounds at Baylor Regional Park. Members will also consider a snowmobile use permit for the Dakota Rail Regional Trail and discuss 2024 lifeguard services.

• Proposed replacement of Baylor Regional Park playgrounds using an estimated $778,748 in bond funding
• Request from Southwest Trail Association to use Dakota Rail Regional Trail for snowmobiling with a $100 permit fee
• Discussion on transitioning to in-house lifeguard services for 2024 after a vendor terminated contracts
• Metropolitan Regional Parks 2024 CIP Request

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings for four separate variance requests. These requests involve setbacks for residential systems and signage requirements for a business.

• Variance request for setback from SSTS to Bluff in San Francisco Township (Mary Psihos & Greg Cassidy)
• Variance request for setback from SSTS to OHW in Watertown Township (Michael Vanderlinde)
• Variance request for Side Yard Setback in Laketown Township (Paul Smothers)
• Variance request for sign size, single sign, and parcel for Bongards’ Creameries in Benton Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review proposed ordinances regarding cannabis use in public spaces, parks, and trails. Members will also discuss the Carver County Sign Ordinance and options for the Hollywood tower lease renewal.

• Proposed ordinances for cannabis use in public spaces, parks, and trails
• Review of the Carver County Sign Ordinance
• Discussion of the Hollywood tower lease renewal

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a Conditional Use Permit for a commercial kennel in Waconia Township. The proposal involves relocating Carver Canines to a 3.55-acre site to provide daycare and boarding for up to 50 dogs.

• Public hearing for File #PZ20230039: Conditional Use Permit for a commercial kennel at 13950 Hwy. 5, Waconia Township
• Approval of September 19, 2023, regular meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several infrastructure contracts and grant agreements. Key items include a resolution to support Laketown Township's state bonding request for sewer system replacement and a construction contract for Highway 117.

• Resolution of support for Laketown Township's $11.0 million state bonding request for '201' sewer system replacement
• Construction contract award for Highway 117 Project to S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc. for $15,238,447.35
• Contract amendment with Atomic Architectural Sheet Metal for $70,000 for the Waterfront Service Center Building
• Professional Services Agreement with Erickson Engineering Co., LLC for the 150th St. Bridge Project
• Right of Way acquisition offers for the US 212 Project in Benton Township

Park Commission

The Commission is discussing a facility agreement and 2024 fee schedule for the new Paradise Commons event space. Members will also consider a special event permit for an 'October Fest' event on the Dakota Rail Regional Trail.

• Special Event Use Permit request for T-Road Tavern 'October Fest' at New Germany trailhead
• Proposed 2024 Paradise Commons fees: $800 for specialty events, $150 for nonprofit/business events
• Proposed naming options for Paradise Commons event room and beachside pavilion
• Discussion of Lake Waconia Regional Park Phase III Plan staff comments
• Review of Paradise Commons facility agreement and 80-person capacity limit

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings for six variance requests involving accessory structures and road frontage requirements across several townships. The board will determine if these requests meet the criteria for practical difficulty under the County Zoning Code.

• File #20230030: Ryan Seifert request for additional personal storage square footage in Dahlgren Township
• File #20230034: Richard Hasse request for accessory structure variance in Camden Township
• File #20230037: Thomas & Krystal Swartzer request for accessory structure variance in Waconia Township
• File #20230036: Nick Kubasch request for reduced road frontage and width/depth ratio in Hollywood Township
• File #20230035: David & Phyllis Johnson request for reduced road frontage and width/depth ratio in Young America Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure payments and professional service agreements. The meeting includes a request to extend the waste collection contract with Waste Management through February 2024.

• Contract extension with Waste Management not to exceed $30,000
• Final payment to Redstone Construction, LLC for Hwy 32 Bridge Project
• Final payment to Minger Construction Companies, Inc. for Flying Cloud Drive channel restoration
• Professional Services Agreement with GMH Asphalt for Highway 14 Patching Project
• Joint Powers Agreement with Benton Township for 150th Street Bridge Project

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss several consent items, including park improvements and right-of-way acquisitions. The session includes a jail medical provider assessment update and a closed session regarding the Highway 40 Project.

• Contract with Henning Excavating for $113,925 to demolish the WEC at Lake Waconia Regional Park
• Contract with Choice Electric for $113,500 for lighting at Lake Waconia Regional Park
• Settlement agreements for Right of Way Acquisitions for the Highway 40 Project - Belle Plaine Area
• Resolution of Support for 2024 Capital Funding Request for Phase III Development of Waconia Regional Park
• Grant Agreement under the Fiscal Year 2022 INFRA Program

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a continued public hearing regarding an application by Valley Paving, Inc. for an Interim Use Permit. The request involves operating a concrete crushing plant and stockpiling aggregates in Dahlgren Township.

• Public hearing for File #PZ20230027: Interim Use Permit for mining/land reclamation by Valley Paving, Inc. in Dahlgren Township

Park Commission

The County Board and Park Commission are conducting a joint work session to review a park system study. The meeting includes a review of community engagement findings, service analysis, and a comparison of park service models from other Minnesota counties.

• Review of community engagement recap and preliminary findings
• Analysis of existing park system needs and gap assessment
• Comparison of service models from Anoka, Dakota, Stearns, Olmsted counties and Three Rivers Park District
• Discussion on funding tools and priorities for a new park vision

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners and Park Commission are conducting a joint work session to review a parks study. The session includes visioning exercises, an analysis of existing system needs, and a review of service models from other Minnesota counties.

• Review of community engagement recap and preliminary findings
• Analysis of county park and trail gaps
• Case study comparisons with Anoka, Dakota, Stearns, and Olmsted Counties and Three Rivers Park District
• Discussion on funding tools and priorities for a new parks vision

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings for two variance requests in Hollywood Township. The board will also review and approve minutes from the August 2, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for Joanne Rademacher regarding a reduced structure setback from the road in Hollywood Township
• Public hearing for Ronald Blauert regarding reduced road frontage and width/depth ratio in Hollywood Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the preliminary 2024 County levy and budget, as well as the CDA and Water Management Organization levies. The meeting includes a session as the Regional Rail Authority to review its 2024 budget. Work sessions will cover the Master Space Plan and parks strategic investment.

• Preliminary County 2024 Levy and Budget
• Police contract increase of 1.0 FTE City Safety Officer for City of Victoria ($91,890)
• OJP Crime Victim Services 2024 Grant ($70,000)
• Settlement agreements for Highway 40 Project right of way acquisitions in Belle Plaine Area
• Funding application for Highway 5/11 Project via TED and TEDi Programs

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the Administrator's recommended 2024 budget and preliminary levies for the County, Regional Rail Authority, and Water Management Organization. The session also covers zoning and registration updates for the new state cannabis law and construction updates for the Waconia Regional Park building.

• Recommended 2024 Preliminary Levy increase of 6.8%, representing a 4.9% tax impact on average value homes
• Proposed 2024 budget including over $126M in Capital Projects and a net increase of 13.45 FTEs
• Discussion on cannabis law updates regarding zoning, business registration, and use in public spaces
• Construction and operations update for the new park building at Waconia Regional Park
• Review of 2024 levies for the Regional Rail Authority and Water Management Organization

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two interim use permit applications. These requests involve a mobile home for a special needs parent and a mining and land reclamation project.

• Public hearing for Anthony Oswall's request for an Elderly Parent/Special Needs Mobile Home in Camden Township
• Public hearing for Valley Paving, Inc. (John Wokasch & Brent Carron) for Mining/Land Reclamation in Dahlgren Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several consent items including infrastructure contracts and health service staffing. The meeting includes a closed session regarding the Highway 40 Project in the Belle Plaine Area and a work session on the CDA budget and levy.

• Resolution authorizing petition for eminent domain for the Highway 40 Project - Belle Plaine Area
• Contract with SIR LINES-A-LOT for $46,968 for 2023 Pavement Markings
• Hiring of two STOC Administrative Support persons for HHS using $34,656 in MDH grant funds
• Final payment to Veit & Company Inc. for TH 5 Regional Trail Arboretum Connection Project
• Contract with The Improve Group for a required community health assessment

Park Commission

The Commission is discussing the operations plan, naming, and rental fees for a new park building at Lake Waconia Regional Park. The body is also reviewing the 2024 department fee schedule and a special use permit for a bike ride.

• Proposed increase of new park building activity room base rate from $375 to $600
• Request for $85,000 annually for a full-time Park Maintenance Worker position
• Special Use Permit request for the Fall de Tonka 28-mile bike ride on September 24, 2023
• Proposed 2024 campsite fee increases: Full Hookup to $42, Utility to $32, and Tent to $24
• Discussion of Lake Waconia Regional Park Phase III Preliminary Site Plan & Capital Funding Resolution

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review several infrastructure projects, including road design and maintenance contracts. They will also discuss a conditional use permit for a recreational activity called 'Scream Town' and 2024 budget FTE requests.

• Settlement agreements for Highway 40 Project - Belle Plaine Area totaling $551,750.00
• Final acceptance and payment to Pearson Brothers, Inc. and Kamco, Inc. for 2023 seal coat and crack seal projects
• Request for Recreational Large Scale Activity CUP for 'Scream Town' by Matt Dunn
• Professional Services Agreement with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for Highway 41/10 Project final design
• Final Plat approval for Hilk Acres

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will meet to consider variance requests regarding road setbacks, access separation, and residential setbacks. The board will also vote on the approval of minutes from the June 7, 2023 meeting.

• Public hearing for Paul Kellermann (Camden Township) regarding a reduced road setback
• Public hearing for Alex Young/Terrain Holdings, LLC (Laketown Township) regarding reduced access separation
• Public hearing for Laura Zimmerman & Douglas Pritchard (Waconia Township) regarding reduced residential setbacks, parcel size, and non-homestead status

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will discuss several professional service agreements and administrative appointments. Key items include playground design and right-of-way vacations. The board will also appoint a new Veteran Services Officer.

• Professional Services Agreement with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Playground ($89,700)
• Resolution to vacate right of way on CSAH No. 33 in Norwood Young America
• Appointment of Stephen Walker as Carver County Veteran Services Officer
• Grant Agreement Amendment with the Metropolitan Council for the Lake Waconia Regional Park Building
• Professional Services Agreement for Bountiful Basket Food Shelf

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application for a Conditional Use Permit. The request is for a temporary manufactured home to accommodate a special needs parent in Young America Township.

• Public hearing for File #PZ20230026: Conditional Use Permit for a temporary manufactured home at 18980 County Road 50
• Approval of minutes from the June 20, 2023, regular meeting

Park Commission

The commission is discussing the 2024 preliminary Operations and Maintenance budget and selecting a consultant for the Lake Minnewashta playground. The body is also reviewing special use permits for several athletic events.

• 2024 Preliminary Budget: Proposed expense increase of $284,000
• Lake Minnewashta Playground Consultant selection
• Special Use Permit: ISD 108 Cross Country events at Baylor Regional Park
• Special Use Permit: 'We Walk' Speed Walking Marathon on Dakota Rail Regional Trail
• Special Use Permit: St. John’s Lutheran School cross country meet at Baylor Regional Park

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a strategic plan update and a closed session regarding real property sales for the Highway 212 Project. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple contracts for road resurfacing, traffic signal improvements, and equipment purchases.

• Contract with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for $227,878.00 for Highway 10 Resurfacing design
• Purchase of a 2017 E350 Super Duty box truck for $51,267.50
• Contract with Blackstone Contractors LLC for $66,345.25 for Coney Island structures
• Agreement with Granite Ledge Electrical Contractors Inc. for $28,055.00 for traffic signal improvements
• Increase in Veterans' Treatment Court allocation to $100,000.00

The Board approved a series of consent items including road contracts, staffing changes, and zoning permits. It awarded the Highway 11 Resurfacing Project to S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc. and adopted the 2023-2024 Strategic Plan with modifications to tourism goals.

• Awarded Highway 11 Resurfacing Project contract to S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc. ($899,942.50)
• Approved 2023-2024 Strategic Plan with tourism verbiage removed from item six (4-1)
• Approved consent agenda including $227,878.09 SRF Consulting contract and $66,345.25 Blackstone Contractors contract (4-1)
• Approved AFSCME Assistant County Attorneys Collective Bargaining Agreement (4-1)
• Appointed Tom Workman to the AMC Metropolitan Governance Task Force Kitchen Cabinet (unanimous)
• Approved final plat of Misthaven Estates
• Issued conditional use permits for Loren and Susan Kohls and Joe White (B.H. Aggregate Services)
• Authorized purchase of E350 Super Duty box truck

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special and work session to review a transportation implementation plan for the Cologne area. The meeting also includes a resolution of support for a Highway 5 safety grant application.

• Resolution of Support for Highway 5 Safety Project Federal Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Grant Application
• Presentation of the Implementation Plan for the Cologne Area Transportation Plan
• Review of Health & Human Services and Commissioner Warrants
• Recognition of Sue Orsen

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings regarding two conditional use permit applications. One request concerns additional density in Watertown Township, and the other concerns mining operations in Hollywood Township.

• Public hearing for Loren & Susan Kohls regarding a Conditional Use Permit for additional density in Watertown Township (File #PZ20230025)
• Public hearing for Joe White of B H Aggregate Services Inc. regarding a Conditional Use Permit for mining in Hollywood Township (File #PZ20230021)

Park Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss the 2024 preliminary budget, including operations, maintenance, and capital projects. The agenda also includes a request for proposal for a playground at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park.

• 2024 Preliminary Budget: Operations and Maintenance, Schedule A & E, and Capital Project Listing
• Request for Proposal for Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Playground
• Waterfront Service Center administrative update
• Tours of Coney Island and Lake Waconia Regional Park

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure projects, including highway resurfacing and roundabout design. The meeting also includes legislative recaps from state representatives and a request to increase Public Health Nurse staffing to address home-visiting demand.

• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Chanhassen for Hwy 17 and 101 resurfacing ($3,219,475.75 total)
• Proposal to eliminate 0.8 FTE Public Health Nurse and add 1.0 FTE Public Health Nurse
• Professional Services Agreement with TKDA for Highway 11/14 Roundabout design
• Contract with Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for West Creek Re-Meander Phase 2 Project
• Settlements for right of way acquisitions for the Highway 50 Project - West Hamburg Area

The Board approved several professional services agreements for highway projects and authorized property settlements for the Highway 50 Project. They also issued numerous tobacco licenses and updated the County's Holiday Policy to include Juneteenth.

• Approved $80,000 legal services agreement for Highway 5 Project-Arboretum Area
• Authorized property settlements for Highway 50 Project: $600 to Patricia J. Mackenthun and $1,300 to Thalmann Seeds Inc.
• Approved $160,382 design services agreement with TKDA for Highway 11/14 Roundabout
• Approved $227,060 agreement amendment with Bolton and Menk, Inc. for program management
• Authorized adding Juneteenth to the County’s Holiday Policy effective 2023
• Approved $338,773 state appropriation and hiring six STOC positions for IIIS Income Support
• Issued tobacco licenses to 41 entities including Kwik Trip, Walgreens, and Cub Foods
• Approved joint powers agreement with City of Chanhassen for Highway 101 and 17 resurfacing

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings regarding two variance requests for properties in San Francisco and Hollywood Townships. The board will also review minutes from the May 3, 2023, meeting.

• Public hearing for Kurt & Molly Ohnsorg (6185 Co Rd 50) to exceed allowable personal storage space by 834 square feet
• Public hearing for B H Aggregate Services, Inc. (representing Robert & Jenifer Weerts and Jean F Beuning Revocable Trust) for a reduced setback from property line

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review the 2023-24 Strategic Plan and the 2024 Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan. The session includes a review of progress on county objectives and board input on future planning.

• Review of 2024 Budget and Long-Term Financial Plan
• Discussion of 2023-24 Strategic Plan
• Update on cannabis legalization zoning and ordinance development
• Progress report on National Opioid Settlement Fund disbursement
• Review of CarverLink fiber infrastructure and broadband expansion

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session for education and discussion regarding county policies. The session focuses on drug-free workplace policies, federal laws, Minnesota State Statutes, the Federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

• Discussion on Drug Free Workplace policies
• Overview of Federal Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Overview of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed public equestrian facility in San Francisco Township and an amendment for a large-scale recreational activity in Dahlgren Township.

• Public hearing for Mitchell Jamison: Conditional Use Permit for a Public Equestrian Facility in San Francisco Township
• Public hearing for Matt Dunn: Conditional Use Permit amendment for Large Scale Activity-Recreational in Dahlgren Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2023-2024 collective bargaining agreement for the Supervisors and Manager Association of Carver County. The body is also reviewing a $150,000 MPCA grant to help low-income landowners replace failing septic systems.

• Approval of the Supervisors and Manager Association of Carver County (SMACC) 2023-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement
• $150,000 MPCA grant for Replacing Failing Septic Systems to Protect Groundwater
• $69,250 Professional Services Agreement with Nicollet Partners for Highway 41 and 10 Project appraisals
• Joint Powers Agreement with Laketown Township for Airport Road seal coating and re-shouldering
• Proclamation recognizing May 2023 as Motorcycle Awareness Month

The Board awarded a Rural Highway Preservation Program contract to Valley Paving Inc. and approved a budget rollover for mandated jail health services. Several consent items were passed, including special event permits and a new investment policy. The Board also appointed Steve Washburn to the Board of Adjustment.

• Awarded 2023 Rural Highway Preservation Program contract to Valley Paving Inc. for $3,070,403.33
• Approved redirecting 2023 budget and $146,868 rollover from 2022 savings for jail health services
• Approved revised Investment Policy and equity investments per Minnesota Statute 118A.09
• Approved 2023-2024 SMACC Bargaining Unit Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Appointed Steve Washburn to the Board of Adjustment
• Approved $42,438.88 minivan purchase for AMHI HCBS FMAP grant
• Issued special event permits for T-Road Tavern, Minnesota Run Series, Waconia Chamber of Commerce, and KaBoom
• Adopted proclamation recognizing May 2023 as Motorcycle Awareness Month

Park Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is reviewing a proposal from HKGi to develop a Parks and Trails Visioning and Strategic Investment Plan. The plan aims to determine a long-term vision and service model for the county's park system to guide future investments.

• Proposed contract with HKGi for Parks and Trails Visioning and Strategic Investment Plan not to exceed $46,250
• Tours of Dakota Rail RT- Crane Creek Bridge and Baylor Regional Park
• Discussion of Waterfront Service Center administrative updates
• Review of planning activities and general operations reports

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct a public hearing regarding a variance request for reduced road frontage, lot width, and width to depth ratio in Watertown Township. The board will also consider a variance extension request for Robert Dauwalter.

• Public hearing: Variance request by Loren & Susan Kohls (Watertown Township) for reduced road frontage, lot width, and width to depth ratio
• Variance extension request: Robert Dauwalter (PZ20220018)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss various county contracts, land use permits, and infrastructure projects. The meeting includes closed sessions to negotiate property acquisitions for the Highway 40 project and an easement on CSAH 33.

• Closed session for Highway 40 Project - Belle Plaine property acquisition negotiations
• Closed session for easement purchase on CSAH 33
• Contract with WGH Group, LLC for Jail Mental Health Services
• Conditional Use Permits for Kevin Ciernia (Home Extended Business) and Dennis Henning (Farm-Related Business)
• Professional Services Agreement with Alliant Engineering, Inc. for Highway 11 Project - Carver Park Reserve

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a recommendation to hire Ehlers and Associates as an investment advisor. Staff are also seeking direction on updating the County's Investment Policy to allow for external advisors and equity market investments for compensated absences liabilities.

• Recommendation to hire Ehlers and Associates as an Investment Advisor
• Proposed policy change to allow investing compensated absences long term liability in equity markets via Mn State Board of Investment
• Review of 2023 County employee recognition and engagement events
• Proposed updates to outdated language and references in the County's Investment Policy

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct public hearings for four separate applications involving conditional use permits, a preliminary plat, and an interim use permit across four different townships.

• Public hearing for Kevin Ciernia's Home Extended Business Accessory Use in Dahlgren Township
• Public hearing for Dennis Henning's Farm-Related Business permit amendment in Hollywood Township
• Public hearing for Mark Eklo's Preliminary Plat (Hilk Acres) in Waconia Township
• Public hearing for Mathiowetz Construction's land reclamation filling activity in Watertown Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board approved a program to provide cash grants and loans for replacing direct discharge sub-surface treatment systems. It also authorized an increase in funding for the Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program. Additionally, the Board approved several road project variances and property acquisitions.

• Approved 2023 Direct Discharge SSTS Program providing grants up to $2,000 and low-interest loans
• Approved Resolution #30-23 increasing Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program funding to approximately $1,625,800
• Approved Resolution #28-23 requesting a 10-year extension for County Turnback Funding eligibility for CSAH 61
• Authorized offers of just compensation for real property interests for Highway 50 Project - West Hamburg Area
• Approved professional services agreement with Mi C.A.S.A. not to exceed $101,000
• Approved professional services agreement with Bargen, Inc. for crack sealing services
• Approved Shared Detention Bed Agreement with Prairic Lakes Youth Programs 2023
• Approved 2022 County Feedlot Officer Annual Report for submittal to MPCA

Park Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission is reviewing several special use permits for fireworks and racing events. The body will also discuss the operations plan and name recommendations for the new Waterfront Service Center.

• Special Use Permits for 4th of July fireworks: Waconia Chamber of Commerce and Lake Minnewashta HOA
• Special Use Permit for Lola’s 1/2 Marathon & Endurance Events at Lake Waconia Regional Park
• Special Use Permit for T-Road Tavern Classic Car Shows at Dakota Rail Regional Trail
• Name recommendations for the Waterfront Service Center based on 63 public responses
• Draft Operations Plan for the Waterfront Service Center

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a resolution declaring a local state of emergency for Carver County. This action would extend a previous emergency declaration signed on April 7, 2023, to address damages from spring flooding.

• Resolution Declaring Local Emergency for Carver County due to Spring Flooding of 2023

The Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #27-23 to declare a state of emergency for conditions resulting from the 2023 spring flooding. This action extends a previous three-day emergency declaration signed on April 7 to facilitate damage assessments and eligibility for FEMA and State funding.

• Approved the agenda (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to the agenda (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #27-23 declaring a State of Emergency for spring flooding (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct public hearings for five different variance requests across five townships. These requests involve issues ranging from solar panel coverage and yard setbacks to land use permits.

• File #20230009: Rooftop solar coverage variance in Hollywood Township
• File #20230010: Front yard, side, and lake setback variance in Waconia Township
• File #20230008: Non-conformity increase for a lot in Hancock Township
• File #20230012: Personal storage space and rear yard setback variance in Benton Township
• File #20230011: Conditional Use Permit (CUP) in a Residential Cluster in San Francisco Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a consent agenda featuring several service contracts, labor agreements, and conditional use permits. The meeting also includes an update on Metropolitan Mosquito Control and a session for the County Ditch Authority.

• Contract with Kamco Inc. for 2023 County Wide Crack Seal Project for $159,723.50
• Contract with Liberty Tire Recycling for tire collection not to exceed $40,000
• Conditional Use Permit requests for H & J Electric and L & T Tree Service
• Approval of AFSCME General Unit 2023-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Approval of National Opioid New Settlements

The Board approved a consent agenda including multiple professional service contracts, personnel changes, and opioid litigation settlements. The Board also authorized a contract for ditch record modernization. One commissioner voted against the consent agenda citing concerns over funding transparency.

• Approved 2023 County Wide Crack Sealing Project contract with Kamco, Inc. ($159,723.50)
• Approved participation in opioid settlements with Teva, Allergan, CVS, Walgreens, and Walmart
• Approved $62,209 agreement with WSB & Associates, Inc. for material testing
• Approved $25,000 agreement with Becltranslate Translation Services
• Approved $138,878.33 MN DHS grant for AMHI HCBS FMAP
• Approved $1,000 retention payments for specific Teamsters Local 320 positions
• Approved 2023-2024 AFSCME General Bargaining Unit Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Approved $22,200 Houston Engineering proposal for ditch document modernization

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Board of Commissioners and Ditch Authority will review several contracts and personnel changes. The Ditch Authority is specifically considering a proposal to update historical records and GIS layers to support a redetermination of ditch benefits.

• Contract with Houston Engineering for ditch document modernization not to exceed $20,200
• Construction contract for Kamco Inc. for the 2023 County Wide Crack Seal Project
• Approval of the AFSCME General Unit 2023-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Conditional Use Permit (CUP) requests for H & J Electric and L & T Tree Service
• Approval of National Opioid New Settlements

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to provide input on the Metropolitan Council's 2050 Transportation Policy Plan. Members will also receive updates on the Waconia Event Center and a new building at Waconia Regional Park.

• Listening session on the Metropolitan Council 2050 Transportation Policy Plan
• Update on water damage from frozen pipes at the Waconia Event Center
• Construction and naming update for the new park building at Waconia Regional Park

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several labor contracts and a professional services agreement for the Highway 18 project in the Arboretum Area. The meeting also includes decisions on staffing changes for crisis social workers and various travel requests.

• Collective Bargaining Agreements for LELS Licensed Sergeant, Teamsters Licensed Management, AFSCME Public Works, and AFSCME Health and Human Services
• Professional Services Agreement with SRF Consulting Group for Highway 18 Project - Arboretum Area
• Elimination of two 0.5 FTE Crisis Social Worker positions to create one 1.0 FTE position funded by NSPL Grant ($30,999)
• Transfer of Veteran Services Bus to Carver County Veterans Council
• Renewal of On-Sale Liquor License for Parley Lake Winery

The Board approved collective bargaining agreements for several employee units and updated compensation for non-bargaining staff. It also authorized requests for federal Community Project Funding for two highway projects and approved a design contract for the Highway 18 Project.

• Approved 2023-2024 collective bargaining agreements for LELS Licensed Sergeants, Teamsters Licensed Management, AFSCME Public Works, and AFSCME Health and Human Services
• Approved $1,000 one-time retention payment and Christmas Eve holiday for non-bargaining employees (Resolution #23-23)
• Approved federal funding requests for Highway 5 Arboretum Area Mobility and US Highway 212 Rural Freight Mobility and Safety projects (Resolution 424-23)
• Approved $1,260,912.00 professional services agreement with SRF Consulting Group for Highway 18 Project-Arboretum Area
• Approved transfer of 2015 Ford E450 minibus to Carver County Veterans Council for $1.00
• Approved renewal of on-sale liquor license for Parley Lake Winery
• Approved creation of 1.0 FTE Crisis Social Worker position and elimination of two 0.5 FTE positions
• Approved Proclamations for National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, Administrative Professionals Day, Nurses Day, Correctional Officers Week, and Police Week

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider three applications for conditional use permits in Hancock, Dahlgren, and Watertown Townships. The body will also review and approve minutes from the February 21, 2023, meeting.

• Public hearing for Lawrence Johnson, Jr. regarding a Contractor's Yard at 12065 County Rd 52 in Hancock Township
• Public hearing for Adam Jeurissen regarding a Home Extended Business Accessory Use in Dahlgren Township
• Public hearing for Aaron Raivo-Lynch (Phyllis Wheatley Community Center) regarding a Large Scale Activity-Educational use in Watertown Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a 5-year bridge replacement priority list and various public works contracts. The meeting includes discussions on the Highway 40 project in the Belle Plaine area and a work session regarding a recycling facility.

• 2023 Carver County 5 Year Bridge Resolution with projects totaling $2,690,000 for 2023
• Right of Way acquisitions for the Highway 40 Project-Belle Plaine Area
• Construction contract award to Sir Lines-A-Lot for 2023 Pavement Marking Project
• Joint Powers Agreement with Minnesota BCA for the Financial Crimes Task Force
• Preliminary Plat revision for Misthaven Estates

The Board approved a revised preliminary plat for a three-lot residential subdivision and a five-year bridge priority list. Other actions included awarding a pavement marking contract and authorizing land acquisitions for the Highway 40 Project.

• Approved 2023 5 Year Bridge Resolution identifying high priority bridges for replacement or repair
• Approved revised Preliminary Plat of Misthaven Estates for three residential lots
• Awarded 2023 Pavement Marking Project contract to Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC for $289,989.55
• Authorized offers of just compensation for real property interests for Highway 40 Project-Belle Plaine Area
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with MN Bureau of Criminal Apprehension for financial crimes task force
• Approved resolution supporting Scott County's RAISE Grant for a pedestrian bridge (4-1)
• Approved 'outstanding' 2022 performance rating for County Administrator Dave Hemze
• Accepted completed 2022 Pavement Markings project

Drainage Authority

The Joint Drainage Authority for Carver, McLeod, and Wright Counties is holding a public hearing regarding a petition to modify Judicial Ditch 4. The proposal seeks to reroute and partially abandon portions of the Main ditch and Lateral 2 to allow for wetland restoration on the Hart property.

• Public hearing on petition for partial abandonment, impounding, re-routing, and diverting of Judicial Ditch 4
• Proposed reroute of JD 4 Main with approximately 1,276 feet of new open ditch
• Proposed reroute of Lateral 2 with approximately 723 feet of new open ditch
• Project location: Sections 5 and 8, Township 117 North, Range 26 West, Hollywood Township, Carver County
• Fiscal impact: $0.00 (property owners are not seeking drainage system funds)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider three separate requests for reduced setbacks in Dahlgren Township. The board will also review and approve the minutes from the February 1, 2023, meeting.

• Public hearing for Ronald Olson: reduced setback for a new feedlot in Dahlgren Township
• Public hearing for Kevin Ciernia: reduced setback for home extension business accessory use in Dahlgren Township
• Public hearing for Jerrad Sunde: reduced setback for DNR protected watercourse in Dahlgren Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss updates to the License Center and park developments. The body will review a request for funds for historical site rehabilitation and a site plan for Coney Island.

• Request to release $63,596 in BSA funds for metal work and footings at the Andrew Peterson Farmstead
• Review of Coney Island site plan for the east end of the island and the Hoffman Foundation Monument
• Update on License Center challenges and opportunities
• Veterans Van unveiling

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a revised preliminary plat for Misthaven Estates in San Francisco Township. The proposal seeks to reconfigure three residential lots for single-family homes on approximately 11 acres.

• Public hearing for File #20210047: Conditional Use Permit and Preliminary Plat Revision for Misthaven, LLC
• Proposed creation of three residential lots ranging from 2.89 to 4.51 acres
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Appointment to the Board of Adjustment
• Approval of December 20, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a consent agenda with multiple contracts and personnel changes. Key discussions include the transfer of Highway 40 to the City of Carver and the closure of the Encore Adult Day program.

• Turnback agreement for Highway 40 with the City of Carver including a $1,138,000 payment
• Purchase of a 2023 SeaArk Bay Runner 210 boat for $49,720 via Federal Boating Safety Grant
• Proposal to close Encore Adult Day program and reallocate 5.0 FTEs
• 2023 Seasonal Road Restrictions resolution
• Collective Bargaining Agreements for Teamsters Detention Deputies, 911 Dispatchers, and MNPEA Licensed Deputies

The Board of Commissioners voted to close the Encore Adult Day Care Services Program effective April 2, 2023, and reallocate 5.0 FTE positions. Other actions included approving seasonal road restrictions and two collective bargaining agreements.

• Approved closure of Encore Adult Day Care Services Program effective April 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Established 2023 Seasonal Road Restrictions (Resolution 413-23)
• Approved revocation and turnback of County State Aid Highway 40 to the City of Carver (Resolution 14-23)
• Approved $29,000 Federal Boating Safety Supplement Equipment Grant and purchase of 2023 SeaArk Bay Runner 210
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with State of Minnesota for Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force (Resolution 15-23)
• Approved 2023-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreements for Detention Deputies, 911 Dispatchers, TAC Officers, and MNPEA Licensed Deputies
• Approved charitable gambling license for Watertown Rod and Gun Club for August 30, 2023
• Approved hiring two STOC Financial Assistant Specialist positions for HHS Income Support Department

Park Commission

The Park Commission is meeting to elect officers and review a proposed naming strategy for the new Waterfront Service Center at Lake Waconia Regional Park. The body will also discuss the 2023 budget and an asset management plan for the county park system.

• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Proposed naming process for the Waterfront Service Center at Lake Waconia Regional Park
• Recommendation for Hoffman Foundation Monument and Coney Island entrance signage (~$60,000 total cost)
• Review of 2023 Budget
• Discussion of Asset Management Plan identifying $7.9 million in replacement needs

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing a series of consent items including grant allocations for recycling and several highway project agreements. The meeting also includes a status update on the Highway 212 Project and a closed session for the County Administrator's performance evaluation.

• 2023 Waste Reduction & Recycling Grant Program for Cities and Townships totaling $144,523
• $6,500 settlement for tree removal and trespass claims related to the Highway 50 Project
• Construction contract award to Sir Lines-A-Lot for the 2023 HSIP Pavement Marking Project
• Approval of the 2023-2024 Collective Bargaining Agreement for Teamsters Detention Sergeants and Emergency Communications Supervisors
• Resolution of support for the Highway 5 Arboretum Area Mobility Project Federal RAISE Grant application

The Board approved several land and infrastructure settlements, including a $425,000 payment for property interests in Dahlgren Township. They also awarded a pavement marking contract to Sir Lines-A-Lot and supported a $25 million federal grant application for the Highway 5 Arboretum Area Mobility Project.

• Approved $425,000 settlement for US 212 Project-Dahlgren Township property interests
• Approved $6,500 settlement for tree loss and trespass at Highway 50 Bevens Creek Area Project
• Awarded 2023 County Wide Pavement Marking Safety Project contract to Sir Lines-A-Lot ($676,834.19)
• Approved $25 million RAISE grant application for Highway 5 Arboretum Area Mobility Project
• Approved professional service agreement with Love Inc. for diaper/wipe distribution (max $100,000)
• Approved 2023-2024 Teamsters Detention Sergeants and Emergency Communications Supervisors CBA
• Approved appointment of Lauren Salvato to Lower Minnesota Watershed District Board of Managers
• Approved $34,804.78 settlement agreement for Jonathon Nibbe (4-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will organize its leadership and elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for an accessory structure in Waconia Township.

• Public hearing for File #20230001: Timothy Anderson variance request for an accessory structure in Waconia Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss the structure and membership of the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment. The session includes a program update from The Humanity Alliance and proposed changes to the SSTS Safety Net Fund.

• Review of Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment membership and appointment options
• Program update from The Humanity Alliance regarding delivered meals, supportive housing, and commercial kitchen
• Proposed changes to the Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) safety net revolving loan program

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent items including employee salary increases and professional service agreements. A work session is scheduled to discuss transit planning, CarverLink updates, and broadband funding options.

• 2023 Pay-for-Performance Salary Range Increase
• Professional Service Agreement with a Launch Ministry for youth skills development training
• Professional Service Agreement with A Better Society for Project Lin-Kij: Community Connector
• Out-of-state DRE certification training for two licensed deputies
• Special Event Use Permit for Special Olympics Minnesota

The Board of Commissioners approved a 3% general salary increase and a pay-for-performance system for non-bargaining employees. They also established 2023 health insurance contribution amounts for employees and eligible retirees.

• Approved 3% salary range increase for non-bargaining employees (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 406-23 defining 2023 pay-for-performance salary actions (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 non-bargaining employee health insurance cafeteria contributions (unanimous)
• Set health insurance contribution levels for eligible retirees (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 professional services agreement with Launch Ministry (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 professional services agreement with A Better Society (unanimous)
• Appointed Robin Bielefeldt (Extension Committee), Charles Lawler (Mental Health Advisory Committee), and Scott Hoese (Planning Commission) (unanimous)
• Eliminated 0.50 part-time accounting technician and 0.10 office clerical FTE to create 0.60 part-time accounting technician position (unanimous)

Park Commission

The commission will review a draft operations plan for the Waterfront Service Center and discuss the Coney Island site plan. The meeting also includes orientation for new members and a review of a special use permit for the Special Olympics Polar Plunge.

• Special Use Permit for MN Special Olympics Polar Plunge at Lake Waconia Regional Park on February 11, 2023
• Coney Island site development plan with a project total estimate of $347,691.00
• Draft Waterfront Service Center Operations Plan
• Selection of a name for the Waterfront Service Center
• Budgetary estimate of $75,000 for Coney Island playground equipment

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is conducting its annual organizational session to elect leadership and adopt 2023 operating rules. The body is also reviewing several construction contracts for highway bridges and intersections.

• Construction contract for Highway 41 Bridge Project awarded to S.M. Hentges & Sons Inc.
• Construction contract for Highway 20/25 Intersection Project awarded to Mathiowetz Construction Co.
• Professional Services Agreement with OldCastle Infrastructure for the Highway 51 Bridge Project
• Request for additional density development for Mark Eklo (3 wooded lots)
• Agreement with Karpel Computer Systems, Inc. for prosecutor licensed software

The Board held its organizational session to elect leadership, adopt operating rules, and make various committee appointments. Several infrastructure contracts were awarded, including bridge and intersection projects. The Board also approved 2023 police contracts and a resolution supporting community supervision funding.

• Elected John P. Fahey as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Tom Workman as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Board Operating Rules as amended (unanimous)
• Awarded Highway 41 Bridge Project contract to S.M. Hentges & Sons, Inc. for $1,565,831.25
• Awarded Highway 20/25 Intersection Project contract to Mathiowetz Construction Company for $1,982,679.72
• Approved 2023 police contracts with Waconia, Cologne, Norwood Young America, and Hamburg
• Accepted $481,136.25 grant from MN Department of Transportation for Bridge No. 10556
• Approved appointments for various advisory committees and boards