Carver County public meetings in 2025

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda covering numerous contracts, grants, and staffing actions, including use of Conceal & Carry funds for a background investigator and several professional service agreements. The regular session includes a resolution to award a construction contract to C.S. McCrossan, Inc. for the Highway 5 Arboretum Area project and adoption of the 2026 Regional Rail Authority levy. Additional items address highway project payments, eminent domain authorizations, and health and human services contracts.

• Use Conceal & Carry Funds to create a Limited Term 1.0 FTE Background Investigator for 18 months
• Final payment and acceptance of the Highway 17/West 78th Street Intersection Project with New Look Contracting, Inc
• Amendment to Professional Service Agreement with SRF Consulting Group Inc for Drainage Asset Management
• Authorization for Initial Offers on Highway 212 Project – Dahlgren Township
• Award of construction contract to C.S. McCrossan, Inc. for the Highway 5 Project - Arboretum Area

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider an amendment to a charitable gambling permit for the Waconia Fire Relief Association. The meeting also includes an amendment to remove a consent agenda item due to a lack of eminent domain authority.

• Amendment to remove Consent Agenda Item 2.26 due to lack of eminent domain authority
• Amendment to add Consent Agenda Item 2.32 to the November 18 motion
• Amended Premises Permit for Waconia Fire Relief Association at Schram Winery
• Charitable Gambling application for Annual Premises Permit

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on two conditional use permit requests: one for a 199‑foot wireless communications monopole proposed by Karl Gerber at 9975 Orchard Road in Cologne, and another for a large‑scale golf‑course activity proposed by Brooks Ellingson at the Timber Creek Golf Course in Watertown Township. The commission will also adopt the agenda, approve minutes from the November 18 meeting, and consider any other business.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for a 199‑foot wireless communications monopole at 9975 Orchard Road, Cologne, MN (Applicant: Karl Gerber, Vertical Bridge The Towers, LLC).
• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit for a large‑scale activity (golf course) at Timber Creek Golf Course, Watertown Township (Applicant: Brooks Ellingson).
• Adoption of the meeting agenda.
• Approval of minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting.
• Consideration of any other business.

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will vote on Ordinance 87‑2026, which adopts the 2026 County Fee Schedule covering hazardous waste, park fees, digital photo fees and program delivery fees. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with several contract renewals, a subdivision plat approval, and a request to increase change‑order authority for the Highway 11 project.

• Consent agenda item: Request to renew contract with Minnesota Occupational Health
• Consent agenda item: Increase to Aggregate Change Order Authorization for the Highway 11 Project – Carver Park Reserve
• Consent agenda item: Professional Services Agreement for Highway 30 Project – Goose Lake Area with WSP USA Inc
• Consent agenda item: Final plat approval for Zimmerman Subdivision
• Adoption of Ordinance 87‑2026 approving the 2026 County Fee Schedule

The Carver County Board approved the 2026 Property Tax Levy, the accompanying budget, and the 2026 Long‑Term Financial Plan, passing the motion 4‑1. The Board also adopted the Regional Rail Authority’s 2026 levy and budget, increased the Health Incentive Program benefit to $200, and approved several infrastructure contracts and a special use permit for winter snowmobile trails.

• Adopted 2026 Property Tax Levy and Budget Resolutions 86-25, 87-26, and Long‑Term Financial Plan Resolution 88-25 (vote 4‑1)
• Adopted Regional Rail Authority 2026 levy of $240,292 and budget of $242,292 (unanimous)
• Increased Health Incentive Program amount from $100 to $200 for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved increase to Highway 11 Project change‑order amount from $420,000 to $750,000 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with WSP USA Inc. up to $1,124,985.13, pending contract review (unanimous)
• Authorized special use permit for Southwest Trail Association to use Dakota Rail Regional Trail for snowmobile trail (unanimous)
• Renewed contract with Minnesota Occupational Health, subject to standard approval process (unanimous)
• Adopted Findings of Fact and issued Order #PZ20250048 for a Conditional Use Permit (consent agenda, unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will review a 3Q finance update and a pre-design plan for the Government Center. The session includes a presentation on 2026 property values and a long-term financial plan.

• 3Q Finance Update
• 2026 Property Values/Property Taxes GIS Overview
• 2027-2031 Road & Bridge CIP
• 2027-2031 Parks & Trail CIP
• Government Center Pre-Design

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners met on Nov. 25, 2025 for a public hearing on the proposed 2026 budget and levy. Commissioners discussed the 2% levy surcharge, an 8% budget increase, and the $82 million Master Space Plan, but no board actions were taken. Final budget decisions are scheduled for the Dec. 2, 2025 meeting.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing and vote on the adoption of Ordinance 87-2026 regarding the county fee schedule. The meeting also includes several resolutions of support for local road improvement applications and various infrastructure agreements in the Arboretum Area.

• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 87-2026 (Carver County Fee Schedule)
• Amendment to PE Services contract for County Road 18 Project in the amount of $210,944.23
• LRIP application resolutions of support for CSAH 27, CSAH 30, and the cities of Cologne, Watertown, and Waconia
• Joint Powers Agreements with Victoria and Chanhassen for Highway 5 Expansion and Highway 41 Underpass projects
• Cannabis retail registration for Minne Organix

The Carver County Board approved the 2026 County Fee Schedule (Ordinance 87‑2026, Resolution 84‑25) and increased non‑bargaining employee salary ranges by 4 % effective Jan. 12, 2026. It also approved several joint powers agreements for Highway 5 expansion projects, use of SSTS Safety Net Funds for low‑income fix‑up grants, and a cannabis retail registration for Minne Organix. A professional service agreement for the 2050 Transportation Plan Phase I was awarded, and a motion to table the employee health incentive increase was carried 4‑1.

• Approved 2026 County Fee Schedule (Ordinance 87‑2026, Resolution 84‑25) – unanimous
• Increased 2025 salary ranges by 4 % for non‑bargaining employees – unanimous
• Approved joint powers agreements with the Cities of Victoria and Chanhassen for Highway 5 Expansion – unanimous
• Approved use of SSTS Safety Net Funds for Low‑Income Fix‑Up Grant program – unanimous
• Approved issuance of cannabis retail registration to Minne Organix (subject to paperwork) – unanimous
• Awarded professional service agreement for 2050 Transportation Plan Phase I ($43,000) – pending contract review – unanimous
• Approved FTE adjustment for Traffic Engineer to 1.0 FTE – unanimous
• Tabled employee health incentive increase proposal – motion carried 4‑1

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Board will vote on six 2026 drainage authority assessments totaling $48,006.29, each at 0% interest and funded by property owners, not county tax dollars. The meeting also includes a public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 87-2026 (County Fee Schedule). Additional items on the agenda are several professional services agreements, joint powers agreements, and a service agreement for jail and patrol Axon equipment.

• Approve 2026 drainage assessments: JD2 $2,520; JD3A $17,550; JD21 $6,572.74; JD24 $3,891.49; JD33 $17,472.06
• Public hearing and adoption of Ordinance 87-2026 (Carver County Fee Schedule)
• Amendment 1 to Professional Services Agreement with PE Services for Engineering Services for County Road 18 Project – Arboretum Area
• Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Norwood Young America for the Historic Downtown Young America Beautification Project
• Service Agreement Jail and Patrol Axon

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing an amendment to a professional services agreement with PE Services. The increase covers engineering services for the County Road 18 project in the Arboretum Area. The additional funds are intended to cover extended inspection hours and project coordination.

• Amendment 1 to professional services agreement 24-583 with PE Services for $201,944.23
• Total contract amount increase to $1,679,811.28
• County Road 18 project involving upgrading a gravel road to a two-lane paved urban highway
• Project total construction cost of approximately $16.2 million

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a correction to Amendment #1, revising the contract amount from $1,477,867.05 to $1,688,811.26. The correction also updates the motion, background/justification, and fiscal information sections. No other agenda items are listed.

• Amendment #1 contract amount changed to $1,688,811.26 (increase of $210,944.21)
• Original contract amount was $1,477,867.05

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a proposed amendment to Consent Agenda Item 2.9. The amendment seeks to change the wording of the motion that would award a professional service agreement for the 2050 Carver County Transportation Plan Phase I to Transportation Collaborative & Consultants, LLC. The agreement is for $43,000 and is pending final contract review. No final decision on the award is indicated in this agenda item.

• Amendment to change wording of motion to award $43,000 professional service agreement to Transportation Collaborative & Consultants, LLC for the 2050 Carver County Transportation Plan Phase I

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit amendment that would allow Sage Flooring and Sage Equipment Rental to adaptively reuse an existing building in the Rural Service Overlay District. The commission will consider approving the new CUP and terminating the prior K‑Bid auction permit, or denying the request based on zoning requirements. Staff recommendations and comments from Water Management, Environmental Services, and Public Works are included for review.

• Conditional Use Permit amendment (PZ‑20250048) for adaptive reuse of existing structure at 13345 County Road 51
• Termination of previous CUP #PZ20210013 (K‑Bid auction facility) if new permit is approved
• Proposed operating hours, equipment storage, and parking restrictions outlined in staff analysis
• Required compliance inspections, stormwater review, and possible hazardous waste licensing
• Denial criteria based on required findings in Chapter 152.251 of the Zoning Code

The commission adopted Resolution #25-18, recommending approval of Patrick Fabish's request to adaptively reuse an existing building for warehousing and equipment storage on a 1.15‑acre parcel in Benton Township. All seven commissioners voted aye on the resolution. Earlier agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved minutes from October 21, 2025 meeting (all aye)
• Approved Resolution #25-18 for adaptive re‑use of 13345 County Rd 51 (all aye)

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will discuss the 2026 budget and fee schedule update. The body will also consider a special use permit for the SW Trail Association.

• Special Use Permit for SW Trail Association
• 2026 Budget & Fee Schedule Update
• Parks CIP Update
• Paradise Commons Fire Feature Design

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several professional service agreements and contract renewals. A key item is the renewal of the Building Official and Inspection Services contract with Metro West Inspection Services, Inc. for the 2026‑2028 term, estimated at $133,419. Other consent items involve a payment to Blackstone Contractors for a play area at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, an interim use permit for land reclamation by Mathiowetz Construction on Hwy 212, and agreements for the Big Woods Ravine Stabilization and Highway 10/11 projects. After the consent agenda, the regular session will discuss the county’s 2026 legislative priorities.

• Renew Building Official and Inspection Services contract with Metro West Inspection Services, Inc. (2026‑2028) – estimated $133,419
• Approve final payment to Blackstone Contractors, LLC for Creative Play Area at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
• Approve Mathiowetz Construction request for Interim Use Permit to excavate and deposit fill at 11610 Hwy 212, Norwood Young America
• Approve contract with Minnesota Native Landscapes for Big Woods Ravine Stabilization Project
• Approve professional services agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for Highway 10‑Victoria and Highway 11‑Victoria Commercial Area projects

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing proposed 2026 legislative priorities, including requests for state and federal funding to cover unfunded mandates. The session also includes an update on the Carver County Family Resource Center.

• Proposed 2% property tax levy surcharge over three budget cycles to cover $6 million in cost shifts
• Request for $3.4 million annually to implement the Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act
• Proposal to add a $1.00 convenience fee for mail-in and online tab renewals
• Support for Phase III for Lake Waconia Regional Park
• Request for funding for Medicaid Disability Waivers and SNAP/Medical cost shifts

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee will approve the September 30, 2025 minutes and the October 28, 2025 agenda. It will review notes from the field and consider three business items: the Lake Bavaria Management Plan, a boundary change update, and an unallocated funding recommendation. The meeting will also include informational items and project updates before adjourning.

• Lake Bavaria Management Plan
• Boundary change update
• Unallocated funding recommendation
• Information items and events

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will adopt several consent‑agenda items, including appointing a member to the Mental Health Advisory Committee, amending the Extension MOA to reduce internship funding by $7,560, and approving a resolution that establishes a voluntary 4‑day work week program for 2026. Additional items include replacing the entrance gate at Lake Minnowashta Regional Park and amending a construction contract with UrbanEdge Solutions & Supply. The regular session also features a resolution supporting the suburban transit provider and a closed‑session discussion of a potential property acquisition near Baylor Regional Park.

• Appointment of Loralee Iverson to the Mental Health Advisory Committee
• Extension MOA amendment reducing internship funding by $7,560
• Resolution establishing the 2026 Voluntary 4‑Day Work Week Program
• Entrance Gate Replacement & Construction at Lake Minnowashta Regional Park
• Amendment No. 1 to Construction Contract with UrbanEdge Solutions & Supply

The Board approved its agenda (4‑1) and unanimously approved the October 7 minutes. It adopted resolutions establishing a voluntary 4‑day work week and a voluntary furlough program, and approved a $64,140 contract for a new gate system at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park. Additional consent‑agenda items, including a mental‑health advisory appointment and support for suburban transit providers, were also approved.

• Approved agenda (4‑1)
• Approved October 7 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Loralee Iverson to Mental Health Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 72‑25 establishing 4‑Day Work Week Program (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 73‑25 establishing Voluntary Furlough Program (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Barnum Gate Services for $64,140 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment No.1 to contract with UrobanEdge Solutions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 74‑25 supporting suburban transit providers (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two permit applications. The first is a Conditional Use Permit to declare a farm, filed by Daryl & Virginia Halvorsen, for land in Waconia Township. The second is an Interim Use Permit for land reclamation, submitted by Greg Huiras on behalf of Mathiowetz Construction Company, for land in Benton Township. The commission will consider these applications and any public comments.

• File #PZ20250047 – Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit (Declare a Farm) by Daryl & Virginia Halvorsen, Waconia Township
• File #PZ20250044 – Public hearing on Interim Use Permit (Land Reclamation) by Greg Huiras for Mathiowetz Construction Company, Benton Township

The commission approved its agenda and the September 16 minutes. It adopted Resolution #25-16 to declare a 15‑acre parcel in Waconia Township a farm. It also adopted Resolution #25-17 to allow an additional 15,000 cubic yards of fill on a Benton Township site.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved September 16 minutes (all voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution #25-16 to declare Halvorsen parcel a farm (all voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution #25-17 to permit extra 15,000 cubic yards of material (all voted aye)
• Closed public hearing on farm request (all voted aye)
• Closed public hearing on land reclamation request (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will discuss replacement options for the Lake Minnewashta wooden staircase. The body will also review trail prioritization and the draft 2026 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for parks and trails.

• Lake Minnewashta wooden staircase replacement options
• Parks CIP planning and trail prioritization
• Draft 2026 Parks and Trails CIP
• Baylor Regional Park Long Range Plan

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve a consent agenda of routine items, including upgrades to interview room cameras, a new liquor license, and a highway safety grant. The meeting will also include a work session on a clean energy loan program.

• Upgrade of Interview Room Cameras and Recording Software ($28,080)
• New Annual Liquor License for Green Fox Grille LLC
• 2025/2026 Towards Zero Deaths (TZD) Resolution ($21,000 grant)
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Waconia for Highway 92 Project
• Professional Service Agreement with Minger Construction for Highway 61 Storm Sewer Manhole Replacement

The Carver County Board approved a Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Waconia to move forward with Phase 1 of the Highway 92 Little Avenue Realignment, pending contract review. The Board also approved several other items including public‑safety spending, liquor licenses, and departmental reorganizations. All motions were carried unanimously except the adjournment, which passed 5‑0.

• Approved $28,080 public‑safety purchase of CaseCracker hardware/software (unanimous)
• Approved a new annual liquor license for Green Fox Grille LLC (unanimous)
• Authorized Joint Powers Agreement with City of Waconia for Highway 92 Little Avenue Phase 1, pending contract review (unanimous)
• Approved fishing pier grant for Lake Waconia Regional Park, authorizing signatures after contract review (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 69‑25 to sell residential property PID #04.0080901 for Highway 212 Dahlgren Phase (unanimous)
• Approved $40,960 professional services agreement with Minger Construction for Highway 61 storm sewer work (unanimous)
• Approved the recommended Employee Relations Division reorganization (unanimous)
• Approved a 1‑day to 4‑day temporary on‑sale liquor license for Chaska Rotary Club for Nov 8‑9, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider four variance requests that would allow fill placement within required setbacks from property lines and residences. The requests involve mining and land reclamation projects in Benton and Laketown Townships.

• Public hearing on variance for fill placement within 50 feet of property line and 500 feet of residence (PZ20250043)
• Public hearing on variance for reduced side yard setbacks for residence construction (PZ20250040)
• Public hearing on variance for reduced front and side yard setbacks for detached garage construction (PZ20250041)
• Public hearing on variance for expanding non-conformity land use (PZ20250042)
• Approval of September 3, 2025, meeting minutes

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee will discuss the Lake Grace ravine feasibility study and the Grace Chain of Lakes ravine investigation. The meeting also includes an overview and updates from the Carver Soil & Water Conservation District. Additional agenda items are routine approvals and informational project updates.

• Lake Grace ravine feasibility study
• Grace Chain of Lakes ravine investigation
• Carver Soil & Water Conservation District agency overview and updates
• Notes from the field
• Informational items and project updates

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Drainage Authority will consider adopting a $27,370 repair project to replace Branch #7 of Joint Ditch 5. The project involves replacing 1,000 feet of 15‑inch tile and 300 feet of 12‑inch tile that are nearly 70 years old. No county levy dollars are used for ditch projects, and the cost will be covered by the ditch authority.

• Consider adoption of $27,370 repair project for Branch #7 of Joint Ditch 5
• Review of three bids; low bid $26,370 plus $250 per private hook‑up (4 hook‑ups)
• Approval of maintenance costs for JD5 as agenda item
• Approval of March 11, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will consider finalizing a contract for the Bridge 10004 Flood Sealing Project and reviewing 2026 employee insurance contributions. The meeting also includes a work session on parks and trails service models and transportation plans.

• Final payment of $29,333.85 for Bridge 10004 flood sealing project
• 2026 Non-Bargaining Employee Insurance Contributions
• 2026 Retiree Health Insurance Contributions
• 2026 Dental Premium Rates
• Work session on Parks and Trails Service Model Options

The Board approved a settlement to acquire right-of-way for the Highway 10/41 project. It also approved final payment for the Bridge 10004 flood‑sealing contract, 2026 employee benefits, a dental premium increase, and donation of a microwave antenna. Additional actions included authorizing the sale of Parcel A, hiring appraisal firms for the Highway 40 project, and selecting The Hartford to administer Minnesota Paid Leave beginning 2026.

• Approved final payment $29,333.85 to Paragon Restoration for Bridge 10004 Flood Sealing Project (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 benefits for non‑bargaining employees and health insurance contributions for eligible retirees (unanimous)
• Approved 3.0% increase to dental premiums for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved donation of an 11 GHz microwave antenna surplus dish to MnDOT (unanimous)
• Approved right‑of‑way acquisition settlement for Highway 10/41 project (PID 30.4580010) (unanimous)
• Approved sale of Parcel A with minimum bid $51,930.00 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Valbridge Property Advisors up to $101,200 for Highway 40 appraisal services (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with The Hartford to administer Minnesota Paid Leave starting Jan 1 2026 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an application by George Wojcicki for Xcel Energy to construct a 140‑foot wireless communications monopole. The request is for a Conditional Use Permit on an 11.45‑acre parcel at 13595 Highway 5 in Norwood Young America, located in the Agricultural Zoning District and Shoreland Overlay. The commission will consider compliance with county code, FAA/FCC requirements, and co‑location and escrow provisions.

• Conditional Use Permit application for a 140‑ft wireless communications tower
• Proposed site: 13595 Hwy 5, Norwood Young America, 11.45‑acre parcel in Agricultural Zoning District
• Requirement for an escrow account to cover technical review costs
• Compliance with FAA and FCC approvals and co‑location agreements
• Public hearing scheduled for the September 16, 2025 meeting

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 19, 2025 meeting. It adopted Resolution #25-15, recommending approval of Xcel Energy’s request for a 140‑foot wireless communications monopole on an 11.45‑acre substation site in Waconia Township. All votes were recorded as aye.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved August 19 minutes (all voted aye)
• Adopted Resolution #25-15 for Xcel Energy monopole (all voted aye)
• Closed public hearing (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will meet to review options for replacing a wooden staircase at Lake Minnewashta. The body will also receive a trail evaluation and staff reports on general operations and administration.

• Lake Minnewashta wooden staircase replacement options
• Trail evaluation

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings to decide on two variance requests. One involves a reduced setback for a new home near a feedlot in Dahlgren Township, and the other concerns the expansion of a non-conforming lot in Watertown Township.

• PZ20250037: Request by Brandon Olson for a reduced setback (approx. 800 feet instead of 1,000 feet) from an existing animal feedlot at 6XXX County Road 140, Cologne
• PZ20250038: Request by Alexandra Akins to expand a non-conforming lot in Watertown Township

The Board of Adjustment approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting. It then approved Order #PZ20250037, granting a variance to reduce the required 1,000‑foot feedlot setback to 800 feet with several conditions. Finally, it approved Order #PZ20250038, granting a variance to expand a legal non‑conforming lot for septic system purposes, also with conditions.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved August 6, 2025 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved variance Order #PZ20250037 for reduced feedlot setback (all voted aye)
• Approved variance Order #PZ20250038 for lot expansion for septic system (all voted aye)

Board of Commissioners

At the September 2, 2025 meeting, the Carver County Board of Commissioners will consider a proposed agenda amendment. The amendment would remove item 2.8, the Vacant Land Purchase Agreement with the City of Chanhassen, from the consent agenda. No other items are listed.

• Remove item 2.8 – Vacant Land Purchase Agreement with the City of Chanhassen from the consent agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a consent agenda item to eliminate 1.05 full‑time deputy sheriff positions because a traffic safety grant is not being renewed, reducing budgeted revenue by $143,272. The board will also adopt the FY26 Crime Victim Services grant of $70,000 for the County Attorney’s Office and discuss preliminary 2026 levy and budget items for the county and regional rail authority.

• Eliminate 1.05 FTE Deputy Sheriff and reduce revenue by $143,272 (Item 2.1)
• Accept OJP Crime Victim Services FY26 Grant of $70,000 (Item 2.2)
• Preliminary Carver County 2026 Levy and Budget (Item 3.1)
• Preliminary Carver County Regional Rail Authority 2026 Levy and Budget (Item 4.1)
• Professional Services Agreement with Stonebrooke Engineering for 2025 bridge safety inspections (Item 2.7)

The Carver County Board adopted the Administrator's recommended 2026 preliminary levy of $80,873,855, an 8.0% increase over 2025, and set a budget hearing for November 25. It also approved several consent‑agenda items, including a crime‑victim services grant, a vacant‑land purchase, and professional‑service contracts. Separate levies were set for the Community Services Workforce Management Organization ($1,079,359) and the Regional Rail Authority ($245,000). All other motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved 2026 county levy of $80,873,855 (+8.0%) and set budget hearing (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution 63-25 to accept Crime Victim Services 2026 Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Vacant Land Purchase with City of Chanhassen for $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Amergis Staffing Services contract up to $75,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Stonebrooke Engineering bridge‑safety inspection contract $83,867.59 (unanimous)
• Set CCWMO preliminary 2026 levy at $1,079,359 (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved CCRRA 2026 tax levy $245,000 and budget $247,000 (unanimous 3-0)
• Approved CDA 2026 budget levy increase 6% totaling $3,798,406 (unanimous 4-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will hear a presentation on the Lower MN River Watershed District’s new strategic framework, which requires no board action. The Mental Health Local Advisory Committee will give its annual update and the board is asked to provide feedback on the committee’s considerations. The County Administrator will present the recommended preliminary 2026 budget and property tax levy for the board’s input.

• Presentation: Lower MN River Watershed District new strategic framework (no action needed)
• Mental Health Local Advisory Committee annual update – board to offer feedback
• County Administrator’s recommended preliminary 2026 budget and property tax levy – board input

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will adopt the August 5 minutes and consider a consent agenda covering several items, including a $20,000 budget amendment for Library STOC hours and a contract with Superior Consulting, LLC for up to $50,000 to develop data analytics reports. Other consent items involve a homeless assistance agreement, a septic mound replacement at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, and various licensing and permit applications. After the consent agenda, the board will hold a regular session to receive a strategic plan update.

• Library STOC Budget Adjustment – transfer $20,000 from Equipment and Furniture to staffing budget
• Contract with Superior Consulting, LLC – up to $50,000 for a data analytics and dashboard project
• Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program (FHPAP) 2025‑2027 agreement with MHFA
• Septic Mound Replacement at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park
• Resolution supporting the 2026 Capital Funding Request for Phase I‑II development of Waconia Regional Park

The commissioners adopted Carver County’s 2025‑27 strategic plan by a 4‑1 vote. They also approved a Joint Powers Agreement with Southwest Transit for a county‑wide transit and mobility study, pending contract review. Several consent‑agenda items were approved, including a library budget amendment, a grant to receive $758,500 for homeless prevention, and various licensing and service contracts. All motions passed unanimously unless a vote tally is noted.

• Approved agenda amendment moving item 2.11 to item 3.2 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the August 5, 2025 session (unanimous)
• Approved library budget amendment transferring funds to cover additional STOC hours (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Superior Consulting, LLC pending contract review (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 59-25 to receive $758,500 grant, pending contract review (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025‑27 strategic plan (4‑1)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Southwest Transit for transit study (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 61-25 accepting completion of the 2025 County Wide Seal Coat Project (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will discuss a joint powers agreement with South West Transit. The agreement would enable a transit and mobility study. Commissioners will vote on adopting the agreement during the regular session.

• Joint Powers Agreement with South West Transit for a Transit and Mobility Study

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit amendment for LuceLine Orchards at 2755 Rose Ave in Watertown. The amendment seeks to add three adjacent parcels and new agri‑tourism activities such as a jumping pillow, corn maze, hayrides, and kids’ activities. Staff comments note additional impervious surface, grading near wetlands, and signage limits. The commission will consider whether the proposed expansion complies with county codes and environmental regulations.

• Conditional Use Permit amendment for LuceLine Orchards (agri‑tourism) at 2755 Rose Ave, Watertown
• Addition of three adjacent parcels (PID 10-007-0100, 10-007-0900, 10-060-0020 & 10-060-0050) to the operational area
• Proposed new activities: jumping pillow, 30‑acre seasonal corn maze, hayride route, kids’ activities
• Staff notes 0.85 acres of impervious surface and grading near wetlands/floodplain
• Signage allowance of up to 32 sq ft two‑sided sign per Chapter 154

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will meet to approve meeting minutes, discuss park facility conditions, and consider special use permits for events like Octoberfest. The meeting includes a tour of Coney Island and the County Road 10 Trailhead.

• Approval of July 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Special Use Permit for Octoberfest at T Road Tavern
• Review of Park Facilities Condition Assessment and Space Needs Study
• Discussion of monument and entrance signs in regional park areas
• Tour of Coney Island and County Road 10 Trailhead

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hear a public request from Samuelson Farm LLC for a variance to reduce road frontage and exceed the width‑to‑depth ratio on a 126‑acre parcel at 13445 Market Ave. in Dahlgren Township. The variance would allow a minor subdivision creating three lots, including a 20‑acre farmstead and a 20.5‑acre residential lot, while the remaining agricultural parcel would not meet the standard frontage requirement. Staff analysis notes the need for field‑access driveway improvements and environmental inspections if the variance is approved.

• Variance request (PZ20250033) for reduced road frontage and width‑to‑depth ratio on parcel #04-019-0500
• Proposed minor subdivision into three lots: 20‑acre farmstead, ~20.5‑acre residential, ~81.5‑acre agricultural
• Boundary adjustment with adjacent residential parcel (13685 Market Ave.) to shift line ~50 ft north
• Field‑access driveway from Market Ave. to the agricultural parcel pending variance approval
• Environmental review requiring septic system compliance and soil borings for the new residential lot

Board of Commissioners

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several items, most notably a contract with Plehal Blacktopping to replace the East Lower and East Upper parking lots at First Street Center in Waconia. The project is budgeted at $140,795 from capital improvement funds and must be completed by November 30, 2025. Other consent items cover a temporary liquor license, a jail staff conference, and various professional service agreements.

• Contract with Plehal Blacktopping to replace ~4,215 square yards of parking lot at First Street Center, Waconia – $140,795
• Approve 1‑day to 4‑day temporary on‑sale liquor license for Justin Kukowski Foundation event on Oct. 4, 2025
• Approve attendance of four jail staff at Turnkey Annual Users Conference (no direct cost, only vehicle wages and gas)
• Professional Services Agreement with GMH Asphalt Corp. for pavement work at Hwy 33 railroad crossing
• Adopt Turn Lane Policy

The Carver County Board approved a federal force account agency agreement with MnDOT for the HSIP Rural Intersection Lighting Project and adopted a Turn Lane Policy for county highways. It also adopted a resolution vacating a utility easement for on‑site wastewater treatment at Laketown Shores and appointed two members to the Mental Health Advisory Committee. Additional approvals included several contracts, professional service agreements, and updated data‑practice policies. All motions passed without recorded opposition.

• Approved federal force account agency agreement with MnDOT for HSIP Rural Intersection Lighting Project
• Adopted Turn Lane Policy for county highways
• Adopted resolution 57-25 vacating utility easement for on‑site wastewater treatment at Laketown Shores
• Appointed Sarah Howe and Kaylee McClellan to the Mental Health Advisory Committee
• Approved professional services agreement with GMH Asphalt for $34,760 repair work on CR 33 (pending contract review)
• Approved agreement with Twin Cities and Western Railroad to replace Highway 33 railroad crossing surface for $46,111.99 (pending contract review)
• Approved updated Data Practices Policies for public data requests
• Approved $213,528 ditch assessment for CD 2‑3 (vote 4‑0, Fahey abstained)

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Board will consider a motion to approve a special assessment of $213,528 to fund the Redetermination of Benefits and Buffer Strip payments for District 2‑3 of the County Ditch Authority. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering items such as a temporary liquor license for the Justin Kukowski Foundation, the Highway 33 railroad crossing surface replacement, and 2025 fleet equipment purchases. Additional items include adoption of the July 8, 2025 minutes, updates on affordable housing projects, and various professional service agreements.

• Approve July 8, 2025 board meeting minutes (item 1.4)
• Temporary liquor license for Justin Kukowski Foundation (item 2.1)
• Highway 33 railroad crossing surface replacement (item 2.6)
• 2025 fleet equipment purchases (item 2.7)
• Special assessment of $213,528 for CD 2‑3 ditch benefits and buffer strip payments (item 4.1)

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Organization Citizen Advisory Committee is meeting to review the 2026 budget and levy recommendation. The body will also discuss a service plan update and a feasibility study.

• WMO 2026 budget and levy recommendation
• Maplewood ravine feasibility study
• GreenCorps member service plan update

Board of Commissioners

During the July 22 work session, the Carver County Board will hear a Legislative Update presented by Tony Albright, the county's state legislative lobbyist. No action or fiscal impact is requested for this item.

• Legislative Update – presentation by Tony Albright on the 2025 state legislative session (no action requested).

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on File #PZ20250029, an application by Janet Fahey (The Hollander Group, LLC) for an Interim Use Permit to operate seasonal agri‑tourism activities, including barn quilt tours, at 10720 County Road 153 in Benton Township. The commission will consider recommending approval with conditions such as limits on tour frequency, attendance, traffic management, and a termination clause when the property changes ownership.

• Public hearing on Interim Use Permit (Large‑Scale Activity – Ag‑Tourism) – File #PZ20250029
• Proposed limit: 3‑5 barn quilt tours per month, May‑Oct, max 50 participants per tour
• Proposed permanent 8’ × 4’ sign to be installed on the property
• Traffic‑management measures required if more than 10 vehicle trips per tour
• Permit to terminate when Hollander Group LLC no longer owns the property or operates the business

The commission unanimously approved its agenda and the June 17 minutes. It then approved and adopted Resolution #25-13, allowing a seasonal agri‑tourism and barn‑quilt tour operation at 10720 County Rd 153. The public hearing was closed and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved June 17 minutes (all voted aye)
• Closed public hearing (all voted aye)
• Approved and adopted Resolution #25-13 for seasonal agri‑tourism (all voted aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

Park Commission

The Park Commission will review the 90% plan for the Coney Island Interpretive Plan. The body will also consider special use permits and conduct a tour of Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park.

• Coney Island Interpretive Plan - 90% Plan
• Special Use Permit - Central Cross County Meets
• Special Use Permit - MAS Camping with the Stars
• Tour of Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park at 25875 Juniper Ave, New Prague, MN

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a resolution to employ a broker to sell residential real property needed for the Highway 212 Dahlgren Phase project. Several consent agenda items will be approved, including professional services agreements for engineering work, a contract for library technology access, and the creation of a limited‑term evidence technician position. The board will also authorize a special event permit for the Twilight Girl Scouts summer camp and approve a one‑time special event permit for the Recovery Fest in Waconia Township.

• Resolution to employ a broker to sell residential real property for the Highway 212 Dahlgren Phase project
• Professional Services Agreement with Midwest Wetland Improvements, LLC for CCWMO engineering services
• Professional Services Agreement with Moore Engineering Inc. for CCWMO engineering services
• Contract with Bluum Technology for Victoria Library Extended Access
• Special Event Use Permit Authorization for Twilight Girl Scouts of Carver County Summer Camp

The Carver County Board approved a series of consent‑agenda items, including a certificate of zoning compliance for the Recovery Fest, two $100,000 PSA contracts, a contract with Bluum Technology, and the reappointment of the county surveyor. It also approved a donation agreement for the county fair, created a limited‑term evidence‑technician position, entered a broker contract to sell the residential property at 12424 Kelly Ave, and issued a special event permit for the Girl Scouts. A resolution proclaiming National Pretrial, Probation, and Supervised Release Supervision Week was also adopted.

• Authorized Certificate of Zoning Compliance for Recovery Fest (unanimous)
• Approved two PSA contracts up to $100,000 each with Midwest Wetland Improvements and Moore Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Bluum Technology pending final review (unanimous)
• Reappointed Brian Praske as County Surveyor for four years (unanimous)
• Approved donation agreement with County Fair for labor and equipment (unanimous)
• Authorized creation of 1.0 FTE Evidence Technician position for 18 months (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to contract broker to sell 12424 Kelly Ave residential property (unanimous)
• Issued special event permit to Twilight Girl Scouts for summer day camp (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance requests. The first request (File #PZ20250032) seeks reduced setbacks for a new Type IV subsurface sewage treatment system at 7150 County Road 155 in Laketown Township. Additional requests involve reduced setbacks near a DNR‑protected watercourse, declaring a platted parcel buildable, and reducing lot width in the Shoreland District. The board will consider whether practical difficulties exist and may impose conditions before approving any variances.

• File #PZ20250032 – variance to reduce SSTS setbacks (bluff, structure, property line) at 7150 County Rd 155, Laketown Township
• File #PZ20250030 – variance to reduce SSTS setback from a DNR‑protected watercourse, Laketown Township
• File #PZ20250031 – variance to declare a platted parcel a buildable lot, Laketown Township
• File #PZ20250028 – variance to reduce lot width in the Shoreland District, Benton Township

The Carver County Board of Adjustment approved a variance (Order #PZ2025032) for Marcia Brand to reduce setbacks for a Type IV septic system. It also approved a variance (Order #PZ20250030) for Gary & Donna Schmitt to reduce setbacks for a Type III septic system at both primary and alternate sites. Both motions passed with all members voting aye.

• Approved Order #PZ2025032 granting reduced setbacks (≈15 ft bluff, 5 ft structure/property line) for Marcia Brand’s Type IV septic system (all voted aye)
• Approved Order #PZ20250030 granting reduced setbacks (≈65 ft primary site, 33 ft alternate site) for Gary & Donna Schmitt’s Type III septic system (all voted aye)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes a phased retirement option for a Public Works employee, a two‑year professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services up to $200,000 for water‑management engineering, and a joint powers agreement with Hennepin County for the Highway 17/Mill Street Pathway project. Additional consent items cover a First Street approach and curb project, a chiller maintenance contract, and a special use permit for a fireworks display. In the regular session, commissioners will discuss a request to operate a cannabis micro‑business and a funding request for temporary jail medical providers.

• Phased Retirement Option for Public Works – Parks (item 2.1)
• Professional Services Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services Inc., not to exceed $200,000 (item 2.2)
• First Street Approach and Curb project (item 2.4)
• Joint Powers Agreement with Hennepin County for Highway 17/Mill Street Pathway Project (item 2.7)
• Request to operate a Cannabis Microbusiness (item 3.1)

The Carver County Board unanimously approved a range of consent‑agenda items, including contracts, permits and a retirement option. It also adopted Order #PZ20250027 to issue an Interim Use Permit for a cannabis microbusiness. Additionally, the Board approved funding for contracted medical providers to cover vacant jail shifts.

• Approved Phased Retirement Option for Martin Walsh (Public Works) – 4-0
• Authorized 2‑year PSA with Stantec Consulting Services up to $200,000 – 4-0
• Approved $300,000 Emergency Services Program grant (contract #25‑266) – 4-0
• Approved contract with Michel Masonry for driveway, curb, gutter, sidewalk at First Street Center – 4-0
• Issued Interim Use Permit (Order #PZ20250027) for cannabis microbusiness – 4-0
• Approved funding for contracted jail medical providers to cover vacant shifts – 4-0
• Authorized special event use permit for Waconia Chamber fireworks July 2‑5, 2025 – 4-0
• Approved charitable gambling license to Marsh Lake Ducks Unlimited for Sep 17, 2025 raffle – 4-0

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes several contracts and agreements, such as a professional services agreement with GMH Asphalt for Highway 122 milling and patching, approval of MnDOT Agreement No. 1057792 for the Highway 5/11 project, and the award of the 2025 HPP construction contract to WM Mueller and Sons. Additional items on the consent agenda cover a salt bunker installation at Public Works Headquarters, a legacy grant application for HVAC improvements, and amendments to MnDOT agreements for Highway 212 and Highway 41 projects. The regular session will feature a strategic plan update, a county administrator report, and a work‑session update on the 2026 budget and finance.

• Professional Services Agreement with GMH Asphalt for Hwy 122 milling and patching
• Approval of MnDOT Agreement No. 1057792 – Highway 5/11 Project
• Award of Construction Contract to WM Mueller and Sons, Inc. for the 2025 HPP Contract
• Installation of a Salt Bunker at Public Works Headquarters
• Amendment to MnDOT Agreement 1044265A01 for Highway 212 Project – Dahlgren Township

During the special session, the Board unanimously approved a series of consent‑agenda items, including a $8,847,375.55 contract with Minger Construction for the Highway 5/11 Project and several agreements for road work and infrastructure. They also adopted resolutions authorizing MnDOT cooperative agreements and a $3.3 million increase in state funding for the Highway 212 project. The discussion of the 2025‑2027 Strategic Plan was tabled until August 19. The session was adjourned after all motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved consent‑agenda items including preorder of tandem snowplow truck (unanimous 4-0)
• Adopted resolution 51-25 authorizing MnDOT Cooperative Construction Agreement No. 1057792 (unanimous 4-0)
• Adopted resolution 52-25 awarding construction contract to WM Mueller and Sons, Inc. (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved professional services contract with Bolton & Menk, Inc. up to $370,565.01 (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved $8,847,375.55 contract to Minger Construction for Highway 5/11 Project (unanimous 4-0)
• Adopted resolution 53-25 increasing MnDOT funding participation by $3.3 million (unanimous 4-0)
• Moved to table discussion of the 2025‑2027 Strategic Plan until August 19 (unanimous 4-0)

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an Interim Use Permit application (File #20250027) for a cannabis microbusiness at 8420 County Rd 10 E, Waconia. The agenda also includes adoption of the minutes from the May 20, 2025 meeting. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing – Interim Use Permit for a cannabis microbusiness (File #20250027) at 8420 County Rd 10 E, Waconia
• Approve minutes from the May 20, 2025 Planning Commission meeting

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the corrected minutes from May 20, 2025. The public hearing on Charles Levine's interim use permit for a cannabis micro‑business was closed without a decision on the permit. The commission then adopted Resolution #25‑12, approving the mining and land reclamation operation. The meeting was adjourned at 7:28 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 20 minutes with correction (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on cannabis interim use permit (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #25‑12 approving mining/land reclamation operation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will discuss options for replacing a wooden staircase at Lake Minnewashta. The body will also review the 2026 preliminary budget request and consider special use permits.

• Lake Minnewashta Wooden Staircase Replacement Options
• 2026 Preliminary Budget Request
• Special Use Permit for Girl Scouts Twilight Camp
• Special Use Permit for CCRRA New Germany Softball Tournament
• Tour of Minnesota River Bluffs Regional Trail

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will adopt Robert's Rules of Order for the Board of Equalization, hear the County Assessor’s 2025 Assessment Summary, and conduct an appeal review before adjourning the Board of Equalization meeting.

• Adopt Robert's Rules of Order for the Board of Equalization (Item 1.2)
• Presentation of the 2025 Assessment Summary by the County Assessor (Item 2)
• Review of appeal inquiries and process (Item 3)
• Adjournment of the Board of Equalization meeting (Item 4)

The Board unanimously adopted Robert's Rules of Order for its proceedings. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:46 a.m. by unanimous vote. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Adopted Robert's Rules of Order (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:46 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings for seven different variance requests. These include requests for expanded storage, driveway access, building height, sign size, and land use permissions.

• Erik Loomis: request to exceed personal storage limits at 17185 Koepp Dr (San Francisco Township)
• Carson Erickson: request for reduced residential driveway access separation (Watertown Township)
• James Kappel: request for reduced front yard setback and total structure height (Dahlgren Township)
• Matt Dunn: request to exceed maximum sign size (Dahlgren Township)
• Charles Levine: request to operate a cannabis business in Ag Preserve & Shoreland Overlay District (Laketown Township)

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance (Order #PZ20250022) allowing Erik Loomis to construct an 8,306‑square‑foot accessory structure on his 20‑acre parcel, with conditions on use, permits, and size limits. The vote was 6‑aye to 1‑nay. The board also approved a variance (Order #PZ20250019) for Carson Erickson to reduce driveway access separation, requiring compliance with local road standards and permits. That motion passed unanimously.

• Approved variance Order #PZ20250022 for Erik Loomis accessory structure (6‑aye, 1‑nay)
• Approved variance Order #PZ20250019 for Carson Erickson driveway access (7‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved meeting agenda (7‑aye, 0‑nay)
• Approved minutes from May 7, 2025 meeting (7‑aye, 0‑nay)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several conditional use permits and professional service agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing on ditch benefit redeterminations and a closed session regarding property sales for the Highway 212 Project.

• Request for Dillon Derner to operate a Contractor's Yard (CUP)
• Request for Wm Mueller & Sons to operate Mining and Land Reclamation Activity (IUP)
• Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Apex Engineering
• Settlement Agreement for Right of Way Acquisitions for Highway 212 Project in Dahlgren Township
• Funding approval for National Opioid Settlement internal program application

The Carver County Board adopted an interim use permit for Wm. Mueller & Sons, setting production and hauling hours and allowing a berm on the east side. It also approved right‑of‑way acquisition settlements for the Highway 212 project, allocated up to $23,000 of opioid settlement funds for Guardian RFID in the jail, and accepted a $116,358 state grant for a youth care management program.

• Approved interim use permit for Wm. Mueller & Sons mining operation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 50-25 for Highway 212 right‑of‑way acquisition settlements
• Approved use of up to $23,000 opioid settlement funds for Guardian RFID program
• Accepted $116,358 grant for Crossover Youth Care Management Practice Model
• Approved contract amendment increasing Apex Engineering Group contract by $100,000 (pending review)
• Approved contract 25-235 with LVC Companies for fire life safety inspections (pending finalization)
• Approved contract amendment with SRF Consulting Group for Highway 40 project (pending review)
• Approved elimination of 1 FTE position and related contract revenue

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the Findings and Order that redetermine benefits for Drainage Authority Ditch 2‑3, which will set assessment levels for landowners in the affected townships. The meeting also includes a consent agenda covering items such as eliminating a vacant deputy position, renewing the annual tobacco license, amending a professional services agreement with Apex Engineering, and approving various settlement and grant agreements related to public works and health programs.

• Adopt Findings and Order for Redetermination of Benefits for CD 2‑3 (drainage ditch)
• Eliminate one vacant full‑time deputy position (non‑renewal of SWMID contract)
• Renew Annual Tobacco License
• Amend Professional Services Agreement with Apex Engineering for staff augmentation and engineering services
• Settlement Agreement for Right of Way Acquisitions for Highway 212 Project – Dahlgren Township

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will discuss a proposed agenda amendment to move consent item 2.5 to item 5.0. The main agenda item is a request from Wm Mueller & Sons to operate a mining and land reclamation activity under an Individual Use Permit (IUP). The board will decide whether to approve the request.

• Proposed agenda amendment: move consent item 2.5 to item 5.0
• Consider Wm Mueller & Sons' request to operate a mining and land reclamation activity (IUP)

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee will approve the April 29, 2025 minutes and the May 27, 2025 agenda. It will receive an update on boundary changes and discuss the 2026 draft budget and levy recommendation. The meeting also includes a calendar of upcoming informational items and events.

• Approval of the April 29, 2025 minutes
• Approval of the May 27, 2025 agenda
• Boundary changes update
• 2026 draft budget and levy recommendation
• Calendar of upcoming informational items and events

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will adopt a consent agenda covering numerous contracts, agreements, and amendments, including updates to records retention schedules and various infrastructure projects. In the regular session, commissioners will discuss a proposed county ordinance that would limit the number of cannabis retail registrations, as well as resolutions on mental health awareness and transportation agreements. A closed‑session meeting will be held to review appraisal data for a permanent transportation easement sale.

• Amendment to PW Roof – Jackson & Associates (item 2.4)
• Professional Services Agreement with Bolton and Menk for TH 41 Trail and Pedestrian Underpass (item 2.10)
• County Ordinance to Limit the Number of Cannabis Retail Registrations (item 3.2)
• Resolution to proclaim May 2025 as National Mental Health Awareness Month (item 2.18)
• Closed Session to review appraisal data and determine sale price of Permanent Transportation Easement to Carver County (item 4.1)

The Carver County Board unanimously adopted the Limited Number of Cannabis Retail Registrations Ordinance. It also authorized a transportation easement agreement with the County Regional Rail Authority, including a $1.824 M acquisition funding plan. Several resolutions were adopted for right‑of‑way acquisitions and a retirement‑plan inclusion, and May 2025 was proclaimed National Mental Health Awareness Month.

• Adopted Limited Number of Cannabis Retail Registrations Ordinance (unanimous)
• Authorized CCRRA transportation easement agreement with $1.824 M funding (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 44-25 for Highway 27 flood mitigation right‑of‑way offers (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 45-25 authorizing $160,569 final payment to Kamco, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 46-25 approving Highway 18 Arboretum Area right‑of‑way settlement (PID 30.3340020) (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 47-25 approving Highway 212 Dahlgren Township right‑of‑way settlements (PID 04.0080210) (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution 48-25 adding part‑time Deputy Sheriffs to PERA retirement plan (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution proclaiming May 2025 National Mental Health Awareness Month (unanimous)

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Board will adopt the May 6, 2025 minutes and approve a series of consent‑agenda agreements covering projects such as the TH 41 Trail underpass and a cannabis retail registration limit. A public hearing will continue for the County Ditch 2‑3 Redetermination of Benefits. The board will also hold a closed session to review appraisal data for a permanent transportation easement sale.

• Adopt May 6, 2025 meeting minutes
• Professional Services Agreement with Bolton and Menk for TH 41 Trail and Pedestrian Underpass
• County Ordinance to Limit the Number of Cannabis Retail Registrations
• Continuation of the February 4th Redetermination of Benefits Public Hearing for County Ditch 2‑3
• Closed session to review appraisal data for Permanent Transportation Easement sale

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is discussing an amendment to make confidential appraisal data public for a permanent transportation easement. This data concerns 1.5 miles of a former railroad corridor from 1st Street West to York Street in Chaska. Making this data public is linked to the potential acquisition of approximately $1,300,000 in Metropolitan Council Funds.

• Proposed public release of the June 13, 2024 Market Value Appraisal Report
• Permanent transportation easement for 1.5 miles of former railroad corridor from 1st Street West to York Street in Chaska
• Potential acquisition of $1,300,000 in Metropolitan Council Funds
• Tax Parcel Identification Numbers 30.9990600 and 30.999050

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding three separate permit applications for business and county operations. These include requests for a contractor's yard, a county public works master plan amendment, and a mining operation.

• Public hearing for Dillon Derner's contractor's yard (irrigation and snow removal) at 5580 County Road 10 N, Watertown Township
• Public hearing for Carver County's Public Works Headquarters Master Plan amendment in Benton Township
• Public hearing for Wm Mueller & Sons, Inc. regarding a mining and land reclamation interim use permit in Camden Township

The commission first approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 15 meeting, each by unanimous consent. It then adopted Resolution #25-09, approving Dillon Derner's contractor’s yard request. Finally, it adopted Resolution #25-10, approving the long‑range master plan for the Carver County Public/Quasi‑Public Works Facility.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved April 15 minutes (all aye)
• Approved and adopted Resolution #25-09 approving contractor’s yard (all aye)
• Approved and adopted Resolution #25-10 approving Public/Quasi‑Public Works Facility (all aye)

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will vote on a special use permit request from the Waconia Chamber of Commerce to hold 4th of July fireworks at Lake Waconia Regional Park. The commission will also receive an informational update on the 50% draft of the Coney Island Interpretive Plan. Routine agenda items include approval of the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes, staff reports, and setting the next meeting date.

• Special Use Permit – Waconia Chamber of Commerce; 4th of July Fireworks
• 50% Draft: Coney Island Interpretive Plan
• Approval of 4/9/25 Meeting Minutes
• General Operations & Recreation Services staff report
• Next meeting scheduled for 6/11/25

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four variance requests. The first request seeks a reduced setback for an existing animal feedlot at 13955 138th St in Benton Township. The other three requests involve a personal storage variance in San Francisco Township, a rear‑yard setback variance in San Francisco Township, and a structure setback variance in Watertown Township. The board will decide whether to approve or deny each variance.

• File #PZ20250009 – variance to reduce feedlot setback to ~50 ft from property line, 13955 138th St, Benton Township
• File #PZ20250011 – variance to exceed allowable personal storage space, San Francisco Township
• File #PZ20250014 – variance for reduced rear‑yard setback, San Francisco Township
• File #PZ20250015 – variance for reduced structure setback from OWHL, Watertown Township

The Board approved the meeting agenda and the April 2 minutes, each by unanimous aye votes. The public hearing for Roy Widmer's feedlot variance was closed, and the Board unanimously approved the variance with four conditions. The public hearing for Michael Hoverson's storage variance was also closed, but no approval decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (all aye)
• Approved April 2 minutes (all aye)
• Closed public hearing for Widmer variance (all aye)
• Approved Widmer feedlot variance with conditions (all aye)
• Closed public hearing for Hoverson storage variance (all aye)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes permits, contract approvals, and resolutions, followed by a regular session with proclamations and vendor decisions. Items include a special-use permit for a 4th of July fireworks display at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park, reappointment of the County Engineer, and several infrastructure contracts. The meeting also contains a closed session on Highway 212 settlement discussions and a work session on a turn lane policy.

• Special Use Permit – Lake Minnewashta 4th of July Fireworks
• Reappointment of County Engineer
• Final payment and acceptance of Highway 10 and 24 Projects and Highway 27 Resurfacing with Valley Paving, Inc.
• Award of Construction Contract for 2025 Pavement Marking Project – Enhanced Message Markings
• MNPEA Deputy Sheriffs 2025-2026 Collective Bargaining Agreement

The Carver County Board adopted Resolution 36‑25 to submit a $400,000 funding request for land restoration and emerald ash borer mitigation. It also approved several contracts and permits, reappointed the county engineer, and accepted final payment for completed highway projects. All actions were recorded as unanimous votes unless a specific vote count was noted.

• Approved special event use permit for KABOOM Inc. at Lake Minnewashta (unanimous)
• Reappointed Lyndon Colebrook‑Robjent as County Engineer to a four‑year term (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 36‑25 to request $400,000 from LCCMR for land restoration (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 37‑25 rejecting bids for the Lake Minnewashta staircase project (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner Fahey's out‑of‑state travel to Washington D.C. Fly‑In (unanimous)
• Approved two‑year renewal of the Library’s Integrated Software System with SirsiDynix (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 39‑25 accepting Highway 10, 24, and 127 projects as complete and approved final payment of $26,920.21 to Valley Paving, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 40‑25 awarding the 2025 Pavement Marking Project – Enhanced Message Markings to Premier Tech of MN, Inc. for $118,409.40 (unanimous)

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee will discuss updates to the Groundwater Plan and consider project ideas for the 2026 WMO levy. Staff will present the Smart Water 2025 program, which offers discounted smart irrigation controllers to residents. Monitoring results for lakes and streams from 2024‑2025 will be shared, and upcoming events will be announced.

• Smart Water 2025 program – discounted Rachio smart irrigation controllers for residents
• Groundwater Plan update
• 2026 project considerations for the WMO levy
• 2024‑2025 lake and stream monitoring results
• Upcoming events

The Water Management Advisory Committee unanimously approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes and the April 29, 2025 agenda. The committee heard a presentation on macroinvertebrate monitoring results and an update on the Groundwater Plan. No additional actions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved April 29, 2025 agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will review the 2026 budget, the Medical Examiner's annual report, and policy options for drainage system maintenance. The board will also discuss potential expansion of SouthWest Transit services.

• 2026 Budget: Services Review (Presentation)
• Medical Examiner Annual Report (Review)
• Drainage System Maintenance Policy Discussion
• SouthWest Transit Expansion Exploration
• CDA Carver Oaks Groundbreaking (Upcoming)

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider an amendment request by Joe White of B.H. Aggregate Services, Inc. to an existing Interim Use Permit for a gravel mining operation. The amendment seeks to add crushing and recycling of aggregate materials at the 85‑acre site located at 5385 County Road 123, Mayer, MN. The request is evaluated under County Code sections 152.081 and 152.082, which set criteria for mining and land reclamation permits. The commission will decide whether to approve the amendment after the hearing.

• Amendment to Interim Use Permit (PZ20250010) for gravel mining at 5385 Co Rd 123
• Addition of crushing and recycling of aggregate to the existing permit (PZ20240025)
• Site located on an 85‑acre parcel in Watertown Township (Parcel #10-030-1100)
• Compliance requirements include setbacks, erosion control, and a mandatory traffic study
• Public hearing scheduled as agenda item 2.1

The Board approved the variance request (Order #PZ20250008) allowing a reduced setback for a Contractor’s Yard, with conditions that a Conditional Use Permit must be obtained and the operational area remain at least about 421 feet from the neighboring residence. The motion passed with four votes in favor and one against. The agenda and prior meeting minutes were also approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all voted aye)
• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (all voted aye)
• Approved variance reducing 500‑foot setback (4‑1 vote)
• Adjourned meeting (all voted aye)

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will consider special use permits for local events and the rejection of bids for staircase replacements at Lake Minnewashta Regional Park. The meeting includes a tour of a playground, hilltop shelter, and off-leash dog area.

• Special Use Permit for T Road Tavern Car Shows
• Special Use Permit for Lake Minnewashta 4th of July Fireworks
• Special Use Permit for Splash N' Dash
• Rejection of Bids for Lake Minnewashta Regional Park Staircase Replacements

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes an amendment to the ADA Transition Plan contract, increasing its not‑to‑exceed amount by $35,100 and extending the completion date. Additional items are a landscaping contract for the Highway 18 Arboretum Area, a resolution to vacate a drainage and utility easement, initial offers for right‑of‑way acquisition on Highway 27, and awards of pavement‑marking construction contracts. The meeting also includes a proclamation for National Public Health Week and a closed‑session on labor negotiation strategy.

• Amendment No. 1 to Contract 24‑181 with Bolton & Menk – increase to $118,777.19, extend to Dec 31 2025 (ADA Transition Plan)
• Landscaping Contract with Landbridge Ecological, Inc. for Highway 18 Project – Arboretum Area ($32,601.52)
• Resolution to vacate a drainage & utility easement within a rural platted area
• Initial offers for right‑of‑way acquisition for Highway 27 Flood Mitigation and Resurfacing Project
• Award of construction contracts for 2025 pavement marking projects – Standard Long Line and Enhanced Long Line

At its April 8, 2025 session, the Carver County Board approved multiple contracts and resolutions, including a $366,559 award to Sir Lines‑A‑Lot for an enhanced pavement‑marking project on Highway 5. The board also adopted a $161,795 standard pavement‑marking contract, a $35,100 amendment to an existing contract, a $32,602 landscaping contract, and purchased a sign‑shop table for $29,982. Additionally, the board approved the county’s collective bargaining agreement, the Chief Deputy employment agreement, and proclaimed National Public Health Week.

• Approved amendment to Contract 24-181, increasing amount by $35,100 (unanimous)
• Approved $32,602 landscaping contract with Landbridge Ecological, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of sign‑shop rolling table for $29,982.51 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution awarding $161,795 contract to Sir Lines‑A‑Lot for standard pavement marking (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution awarding $366,559 contract to Sir Lines‑A‑Lot for enhanced pavement marking (unanimous)
• Approved professional service agreement with First Call for Help, not to exceed $52,595 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025‑2026 SMACC collective bargaining agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Chief Deputy employment agreement with Jennifer Tichey (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Dillon Derner. The applicant seeks to reduce the required setback for a contractor's yard from 500 feet to approximately 421 feet from a neighboring residence.

• File #20250008: Variance request for a contractor's yard at 5580 County Rd 10
• Proposed use: Residential irrigation and snow removal business
• Request to reduce setback from 500 feet to approximately 421 feet

The Board of Adjustment approved the agenda and the March 5 minutes. It closed the public hearing on the variance request. The Board approved and issued Order #PZ20250008, granting a variance to reduce the 500‑foot setback for a Contractor’s Yard, subject to conditions and a future Conditional Use Permit. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (all aye)
• Approved March 5, 2025 minutes (all aye)
• Closed public hearing (all aye)
• Approved variance and issued Order #PZ20250008 with conditions (aye vote, Bielefeldt nay)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several consent items including infrastructure projects and staffing. Key discussions involve land acquisitions for Highway 5 and Highway 11 and the prepay of E911 funds to avoid losing state funding.

• Settlement agreements for Right of Way Acquisitions for the Highway 5 Project - Arboretum Area
• Purchase Agreement for Tamarack Area Properties from City of Victoria for the Highway 5 Project
• Amendment to Settlement Agreement for Right of Way Acquisitions for the Highway 11 Project - Carver Park Reserve
• Approval for prepay of $100,579.15 in E911 funds for fiber phone line conversion
• Monetary donation of $900 from The Outpost 212 in Chaska to the Sheriff's Office

The commissioners approved a series of consent‑agenda items, including a $900 donation to the Sheriff's Office, a $46,500 federal boating grant, and an $80,625 professional services contract. They adopted resolutions to acquire right‑of‑way for the Highway 5 Arboretum area and to amend the Highway 11 acquisition settlement. Additional actions included hiring health‑human services staff and authorizing travel and training funds.

• Approved receipt of $900 donation to Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of $46,500 federal boating safety grant and purchase of replacement boat (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 29‑25 to approve right‑of‑way acquisition settlements for Highway 5 Arboretum area (unanimous)
• Approved $80,625 professional services agreement with Selly Excavating for culvert lining (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of two STOC professional staff for Child and Family Department (unanimous)
• Approved use of $65,800 public safety funds for training expenses (unanimous)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for five staff to attend Rise 25 Conference (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 30‑25 to approve right‑of‑way acquisition amendment for Highway 11 Carver Park Reserve (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners held a work session on March 25, 2025. The agenda included a presentation by the Property & Finance Division and the Elections and Licensing Manager reviewing the 2024 election and discussing challenges and opportunities for the 2026 election. No board action or vote was requested.

• Elections Review presentation – summary of 2024 election performance and outlook for 2026 (no action requested)

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee will discuss 2025 projects, including stream restoration and ravine feasibility studies, and approve the meeting agenda.

• Approval of March 25, 2025, agenda
• Review of 2025 projects and workplan highlights
• Stream restoration project in Dahlgren Township ($165,000)
• Ravine feasibility studies in Chaska ($8,900 to $25,000)
• Smartwater 2025 program presentation

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a 20-year solid waste management plan for MPCA submission and various professional service agreements for highway projects. The body will also convene as the County Ditch Authority to consider special assessments for three county ditches.

• Draft Carver County Solid Waste Management Plan 2024-2044 for MPCA review
• Special assessments for County Ditch #6, #9, and #10
• Joint Powers Agreement for the Highway 5/11 Project with the City of Victoria
• PSA with the Carver County Community Development Agency for Local Affordable Housing Aid
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for St. Peter Lutheran Church in Watertown

Planning Commission

The Carver County Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on two conditional use permit applications: one by Rufino Mendoza for a Home Extended Business Accessory Use at 7485 State Hwy 5 in Waconia, and another by Brad Matter for a Contractor’s Yard in Hollywood Township. The commission will consider staff recommendations, variance approvals, and compliance with zoning and environmental requirements before making a recommendation.

• Public hearing on Rufino Mendoza’s Conditional Use Permit (Home Extended Business Accessory Use) at 7485 State Hwy 5, Waconia
• Public hearing on Brad Matter’s Conditional Use Permit (Contractor’s Yard) in Hollywood Township
• Review of variance V‑PZ20250001 that permits four work vehicles, including two dump trucks, on the Mendoza parcel
• Staff analysis confirms the Mendoza application meets Home Extended Business Accessory Use zoning criteria
• Laketown Town Board recommended approval of the Mendoza CUP application

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will meet to consider a special event use permit request. The commission will also receive an update on the Baylor Regional Park Long Range Plan.

• Special Event Use Permit Request: Podium Sports Marketing
• Baylor Regional Park Long Range Plan Update

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will meet to consider several joint ditch actions. Commissioners will vote on adopting recommended special assessments for redetermination of benefits costs for Joint Ditches 4, 1, 5, 7, and 15. They will also consider approving a $21,230 contract with Houston Engineering to perform DNR‑required tasks before repairs to Joint Ditch 15 can proceed. All costs are to be paid by ditch‑benefiting property owners, not county levy dollars.

• Adopt recommended special assessment of $244,202 for Joint Ditch 4 redetermination of benefits and buffer strip payments
• Adopt recommended special assessment of $166,656 for Joint Ditch 1 redetermination of benefits and buffer strip payments
• Consider adoption of recommended special assessments for Joint Ditch 5 redetermination of benefits costs
• Consider adoption of recommended special assessments for Joint Ditch 7 redetermination of benefits costs
• Approve $21,230 contract with Houston Engineering for DNR tasks related to Joint Ditch 15 repairs

Drainage Authority

The Drainage Authority will meet to elect leadership and consider adopting special assessments for the redetermination of benefits costs for Joint Ditches #1, #4, #5, #7, and #15. The body will also review a contract for engineering tasks related to Joint Ditch #15.

• Proposed $244,202 special assessment for Joint Ditch #4
• Proposed $166,656 special assessment for Joint Ditch #1
• Proposed $21,230 quote from Houston Engineering for Joint Ditch #15 repairs
• Consideration of special assessments for Joint Ditches #5, #7, and #15

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 9675 Lakewood Circle. The applicant seeks to reduce the required 100-foot structure setback from the Ordinary High Water Level of Piersons Lake to allow for home additions and remodeling.

• Public hearing for File #20250004: Variance request by Jeff Hoxie (Hoxie Homes) for Elizabeth & Loran Jacobs
• Proposed screened porch addition located 78.6 feet from the OHWL (requiring a 21.4-foot variance)
• Proposed total of 853 square feet of new living space
• Review of impervious coverage totaling 13,778 square feet (8.0% of the property)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes a donation to the Sheriff's K9 Unit, an equipment transfer, several infrastructure contracts, a grant application, and professional‑services amendments. Regular session items include a recognition of the chief deputy county attorney, a Greater MSP presentation, and a strategic planning consultant report. The meeting also features a county administrator report and a work session on a public works site plan.

• Approve $550 donation to the Carver County Sheriff's K9 Unit
• Transfer a 2004 Ford E‑450 box truck to the Tri‑City Tactical team for $1.00
• Award contract for crack sealing, seal coating, and pavement markings for County Trails
• Contract for Highway 101 Bridge Deck Sealing Project
• Award bid for construction of County Road 10 Trailhead and repairs to the Dakota Rail Regional Trail

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hear a six‑month recap of the West Creek supportive housing project in Chaska, which opened August 1, 2024. It will also receive a report on the Car Repair Assistance Grant and diaper distribution programs run by Love INC, which were funded through the County’s Budget Stabilization Account. No formal motions or decisions are requested; the sessions are for information sharing and feedback.

• West Creek supportive housing project – six‑month operational recap (no action required)
• Love INC car repair assistance grant – $200,000 contract approved June 9, 2024 (reported, no action required)
• Love INC diaper distribution program – $100,000 contract approved February 7, 2023 (reported, no action required)
• Prior funding for Love INC programs – $300,000 approved October 4, 2022 from the Budget Stabilization Account

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee reviewed the 2024 annual report and discussed the findings of the goldfish feasibility study covering roughly 180 acres of Big Woods and Hazeltine Lakes. Business items included the Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems 2025 program and highlights of the 2025 projects and workplan. The committee also adopted its operating rules without amendment. No formal decisions were recorded on the study or the business proposals.

• Review of the 2024 annual report for the Carver County Water Management Organization
• Presentation of the goldfish feasibility study report covering Big Woods and Hazeltine Lakes
• Discussion of the Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems 2025 program
• Overview of 2025 projects and workplan highlights
• Adoption of operating rules without amendment

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will adopt the February 4 minutes and approve the consent agenda items, including a $100 donation to the Sheriff's Office and several road‑related contracts. They will consider professional service agreements and settlement agreements for right‑of‑way acquisitions. The board will vote on a $918,690.76 construction contract for the Install Enhanced Pavement Markings Project and other highway projects. Public hearings on watershed management and mosquito control will also be held.

• $100 monetary donation to the Sheriff's Office from Church of Peace in Young America
• Highway 27 Project Floodplain Hydraulic Modeling Professional Services
• Construction Contract for the Hwy 11/14 Project to Hoffman Construction Company
• Award of Construction Contract to Kamco, Inc. for the 2025 County‑wide Crack Seal Project
• Resolution 8‑25 awarding a $918,690.76 contract to Century Traffic, LLC for the Install Enhanced Pavement Markings Project

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Drainage Authority will consider a motion to approve Findings and Orders adopting the redetermination of benefits for County Ditches 6, 9, and 10. Public hearings on the recommended benefits were held on February 4, 2025, and the matters were continued to this regular meeting. The Board will vote on adopting the attached findings, orders, and related benefit and damage statements.

• Adopt Findings and Order for redetermination of benefits for County Ditch 6
• Adopt Findings and Order for redetermination of benefits for County Ditch 9
• Adopt Findings and Order for redetermination of benefits for County Ditch 10
• Approve attached viewers’ reports and Benefits and Damages Statements for ditches 6, 9, and 10

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an Interim Use Permit application for land reclamation. The request is for a borrow pit to support the reconstruction and expansion of Hwy 212 between Cologne and Norwood Young America.

• Public hearing for File #20250003: Interim Use Permit for land reclamation of 10,000+ cubic yards
• Proposed site: 11610 Hwy 212, Norwood Young America (Benton Township)
• Applicant: Mathiowetz Construction Company
• Proposed permit duration: April 1, 2025, to November 1, 2027

Park Commission

The Carver County Park Commission will elect its officers and orient new members. The body will discuss the Parks Department Capital Improvement Program and consider a contract for repairs to the DRRT and County Road 10 Trailhead.

• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary
• Discussion of Parks Department Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Contract approval for County Road 10 Trailhead and DRRT repairs

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will hold public hearings to adopt the Redetermination of Benefits for County Ditch #6, #9, and #10. The board will consider a consent agenda that includes several contracts and professional service agreements, such as a construction contract for enhanced pavement markings with Century Traffic, LLC, and settlement agreements for right‑of‑way acquisitions on Highway 5 and Highway 18. Additional items include approvals for health‑service contracts and funding from the national opioid settlement.

• County Ditch #6 Redetermination of Benefits Public Hearing
• County Ditch #9 Redetermination of Benefits Public Hearing
• County Ditch #10 Redetermination of Benefits Public Hearing
• Construction Contract for Enhanced Pavement Markings Project with Century Traffic, LLC
• Settlement Agreements for Right of Way Acquisitions for Highway 5 Project – Arboretum Area

Drainage Authority

The Carver County Drainage Authority will hold final hearings on the redetermination of benefits for County Ditches 6, 9, and 10 at 8:00 a.m. and Ditch 2‑3 at 11:00 a.m. Viewers will present recommendations on which property owners should pay for maintenance, followed by public comment. The board will then consider adopting the viewers’ recommendations. No tax dollars are involved; costs are paid by benefiting land owners.

• Final public hearing on Redetermination of Benefits for County Ditch 6 (8:00 a.m.)
• Final public hearing on Redetermination of Benefits for County Ditch 9 (8:00 a.m.)
• Final public hearing on Redetermination of Benefits for County Ditch 10 (8:00 a.m.)
• Final public hearing on Redetermination of Benefits for County Ditch 2‑3 (11:00 a.m.)

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will hear updates on the CarverLink broadband network, the 2025 strategic planning process, the Long Range Plan for Baylor Regional Park, and the County Solid Waste Management Plan.

• Update on CarverLink broadband activities
• Discussion on hiring a consultant for 2025 strategic planning ($20,000-$30,000)
• Long Range Plan update for Baylor Regional Park
• County Solid Waste Management Plan update
• Discussion on next steps for the draft Solid Waste Management Plan

Water Management Advisory Committee

The Carver County Water Management Advisory Committee discussed the results of its lake and stream chloride monitoring program, noting increasing concentrations in most monitored waters. Members exchanged information on smart‑salt certification for contractors and the status of a pending state smart‑salt bill. The committee also introduced the GreenCorps service plan for 2024‑2025, covering native‑plant education, chloride‑pollution prevention, and best‑management‑practice inventory. No formal decisions were recorded for these discussion items.

• Presentation of chloride monitoring program findings for lakes and streams
• Discussion of smart‑salt certification and pending state smart‑salt legislation
• Introduction of the 2024‑2025 GreenCorps service plan (native plants, chloride education, BMP inventory)
• Addition of a 2025 water levy update to the agenda
• Review of 2024 annual report highlights, including the Goldfish project and AIS program plan

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four conditional use permits and one preliminary plat. The body will also conduct its organizational meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Public hearing: Peter Daggett's request to increase horse capacity to 19 at 4010 Tacoma Ave
• Public hearing: Michael & Colleen Klingelhutz's request for additional density in Laketown Township
• Public hearing: Michael Schonhardt's request for a home extended business use in Waconia Township
• Public hearing: John Zimmerman's application for the Zimmerman Subdivision preliminary plat in Waconia Township
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the Planning Commission

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners met on January 14, 2025 to adopt a consent agenda and consider several project approvals. The board approved a $22,998,205.07 construction contract for the Highway 41/10 Project and adopted related resolutions. It also approved settlement agreements for right‑of‑way acquisitions on Highway 5 (Arboretum Area) and Highway 11 (Carver Park Reserve), and authorized changes to the 2025 Chanhassen policing contract.

• Resolution 01-25: $22,998,205.07 contract to Hoffman Construction for Highway 41/10 project
• Settlement agreements for right‑of‑way acquisition for Highway 5 – Arboretum Area
• Settlement agreements for right‑of‑way acquisition for Highway 11 – Carver Park Reserve
• Sheriff's Office canine sale and donation to K9 unit
• 2025 Chanhassen policing contract changes

Board of Adjustment

The Carver County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Tim Raser’s application to reduce the required lot depth from 125 ft to 100 ft for a 290‑ft wide segment of his agricultural parcel at 8920 County Rd 50. The variance would allow a minor subdivision of the roughly 40‑acre property into a farmstead parcel and adjoining parcels. The Dahlgren Town Board recommended approval (3 yes votes) and the Board may attach a condition requiring a Minor Subdivision application before any deed is recorded.

• Variance request to reduce lot depth from 125 ft to 100 ft for a 290‑ft segment at 8920 County Rd 50
• Applicant Tim Raser seeks to subdivide the 40‑acre property into a farmstead parcel and adjoining parcels
• Dahlgren Town Board recommended approval with 3 yes votes on Dec 9 2024
• Board may require a Minor Subdivision application and related approvals before deed recording
• No monetary fee or cost is mentioned in the agenda

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board of Commissioners will vote to accept the sole bid from the Waconia Patriot for the county’s official newspaper publications in 2025, at a rate of $5 per column inch. The contract covers notices of delinquent real estate taxes, official proceedings of the board, and the county financial statements and is included in the current budget. The board also designates the county website as the official outlet for transportation project legal notices. This item appears on the consent agenda.

• Accept Waconia Patriot bid for 2025 legal publications at $5 per column inch
• Publish notices and lists of delinquent real estate taxes
• Publish official proceedings of the Carver County Board of Commissioners
• Publish first (and second, if required) county financial statements
• Designate Carver County website for transportation project legal notices

Board of Commissioners

The Carver County Board will adopt the 2025 Board Operating Rules and elect its Chair and Vice Chair for the year. It will consider a consent agenda that includes a Joint Powers Agreement for the Highway 41/10 Project with the City of Chaska, a construction contract for that project with Hoffman Construction Company, and an amendment to the legal services agreement with Kennedy & Graven for the Highway 18 Project. The Board will also review health and human services warrants and receive the County Administrator's report.

• Joint Powers Agreement for the Highway 41/10 Project with the City of Chaska
• Construction Contract for the Highway 41/10 Project to Hoffman Construction Company
• Amendment 1 to Professional Service Agreement with Kennedy & Graven for legal services on the Highway 18 Project
• Adopt 2025 Board Operating Rules
• Nomination and election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025