Dakota County public meetings in 2021
20 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to certify the 2022 property tax levy and adopt the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding amendments to the 2022 recommended fee schedules. Additionally, the board will discuss legal strategy for opioid settlement allocations in a closed session.
- Adoption of the 2022 property tax levy and county budget
- Public hearing on amendments to the 2022 recommended fee schedules
- Contract for utility relocations with Xcel Energy for the Minnesota River Greenway project
- Design services contract for County Project 11-27 in Burnsville
- Agreement with University of Minnesota for local extension programming
General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole
The committee will discuss upcoming 2022 board priorities and receive a legislative update from County Administration. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 30, 2021 meeting.
- Discussion on 2022 Board Priorities
- County Administration Legislative Update
- Approval of November 30, 2021 meeting minutes
- County Manager's Report
Regional Railroad Authority
The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority will meet to adopt its 2022 budget and certify the property tax levy. The agenda also includes the approval of minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting.
- Adoption of the 2022 budget
- Certification of the property tax levy
- Approval of minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting
Board Workshop
The Dakota County Board Workshop will discuss updates to the Citizen Advisory Committee application process and board operating rules. The board will also hold a discussion regarding the selection of 2022 County Board Officers.
- Updates to Citizen Advisory Committee application process
- Updates to Board Operating Rules
- Discussion on selection of 2022 County Board Officers
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold public hearings regarding the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget and transportation tax funds. The agenda also includes authorizations for web filtering contracts and correctional facility upgrades. Additionally, a closed session is scheduled to discuss legal strategy for property acquisition in Lakeville.
- Public hearing on 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Program Budget
- Contract with SHI International Corp for ForcePoint Web Filtering System
- Contract with RAK Construction, Inc. for Community Corrections Collection Room Upgrades
- Utility easement rights within County Road 96 in Greenvale Township
- Public hearing on 2022 Off Sale Intoxicating Liquor License Applications
General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole
The committee will review reports on budget amendments, contracts, and year-end projections for operations. The agenda also includes an update on changes to the 2022 recommended budget and a proposed contract amendment for IT consulting services.
- Authorization to amend the contract with On-Demand Services Group, Inc. for Oracle report writing and data processing consulting
- Report on budget amendments, contracts, and year-end projections for operations
- Update on December changes for the 2022 County Manager’s Recommended Budget
- Legislative update from County Administration
Community Services Committee of the Whole
The Community Services Committee of the Whole will consider approving the 2022-2025 Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes several authorizations for contracts and grant applications related to public health, social services, and corrections. Most items are presented as part of a consent agenda for administrative approval.
- Approval of the Community Corrections 2022-2025 Comprehensive Plan
- Ratification of grant funding for the Juvenile Drug Treatment Court Program
- Authorization of contracts for translation, legal assistance, and housing services
- Acceptance of Minnesota Department of Health grant funds for special health needs programs
- Amendments to agreements regarding shelter services and child support
Physical Development Committee of the Whole
The committee will review several administrative authorizations, including joint powers agreements for greenway improvements. Members will also discuss landfill host fee agreements and consider accepting a Metropolitan Council Equity Grant.
- Joint Powers Agreements for River To River Greenway Natural Resource Improvements
- 2021 Metropolitan Council Equity Grant acceptance and budget amendment
- Federal Lands Access Program grant application authorization
- Update and discussion on Landfill Host Fee Agreements
- Approval of 2022 Planning Commission Work Plan
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2022 Dakota County budget and tax levy. The meeting includes an overview of the proposal and opportunities for public discussion.
- Public hearing on the proposed 2022 Dakota County Budget
- Overview of the 2022 Tax Levy
Physical Development Committee of the Whole
The committee will discuss updates on the Thompson Oaks River To River Greenway and energy conservation options. It also considers authorizations for contract amendments, lease renegotiations, and property purchase negotiations.
- Authorization to negotiate property purchase for Youth Shelter
- Contract amendment with Bolton and Menk, Inc. for Minnesota River Greenway Fort Snelling Segment
- Lease renegotiation with Specialized Environmental Technologies, Inc. in Empire Township
- Solar Photovoltaic Project agreements with Ideal Energies, LLC
- Joint Powers Agreement with Conservation Corps for crew labor
Community Services Committee of the Whole
The Community Services Committee of the Whole will review several authorization requests for public health and social services. This includes accepting additional Minnesota Department of Health grant funds for COVID-19 vaccinations. The committee will also consider agreements regarding transportation services and school district coordination.
- Accepting MN Dept of Health grant funds for COVID-19 vaccination funding
- Contract for Volunteer Driver Transportation Services
- Joint Powers Agreement with Intermediate School District 917
- Joint Powers Agreement with School Districts for Early Intervention Services
- Update on University of Minnesota Extension 4-H Youth Development Programming
Board Workshop
The Board Workshop includes presentations regarding the 2022 budget. The agenda also includes a discussion about the American Rescue Plan (ARP).
- 2022 Budget Presentations
- American Rescue Plan (ARP) Discussion
Board Workshop
The Dakota County Board will review budget presentations for the 2022 fiscal year. These presentations cover physical development, the capital improvement program, and countywide operations.
- Physical Development budget presentation
- Capital Improvement Program budget presentation
- Countywide Operations budget presentation
Board of Commissioners
The Board will review the County Manager’s recommended 2022 budget and approve levies for the Community Development Agency. The agenda includes several authorizations for transportation projects, engineering contracts, and employee services. Additionally, the Board will consider adding a part-time position to support Sheriff gun permit duties.
- Right-of-way acquisition in Vermillion Township for County Project 47-45
- Engineering services contract for North Creek Greenway Gap Project in Lakeville and Farmington
- Addition of a 0.5 full-time equivalent position to support Sheriff gun permit duties
- Approval of an off-sale liquor license for Woody’s Liquor Box Inc.
- Renewal of cybersecurity insurance with National Union Fire Insurance
General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole
The committee will review a third quarter update on 2021 board priorities and a legislative update. It will also consider authorizations for the Office of Performance and Analysis regarding a multi-county residential opinion survey project.
- Authorization for Joint Powers Agreement for Multi-County Residential Opinion Survey Project
- Authorization for Office of Performance and Analysis to serve as Fiscal Agent for the survey project
- Third Quarter Update on 2021 Board Priorities
- Consideration of policy or guidelines regarding proclamations and resolutions
Board Workshop
The Dakota County Board will review materials for a budget workshop. Presentations include 2022 budget proposals from the County Attorney, Sheriff, and several other county departments.
- 2022 Budget Presentation: County Attorney
- 2022 Budget Presentation: County Sheriff
- 2022 Budget Presentation: Public Services and Revenue
- 2022 Budget Presentation: County Administration
- 2022 Budget Presentation: Operations, Management and Budget
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing to receive comments and adopt the 2022 recommended fee schedules. The agenda also includes authorizations for various service contracts in social services, community corrections, and parks.
- Public hearing on Dakota County 2022 recommended fee schedules
- Authorization of contracts for mental health, family, and community-based waiver services
- Design review and approval for Lawshe Historical Museum building upgrades
- Encroachment agreement with Flint Hills Resources, LLC in Greenvale Township
- Contract with WSB Engineering for design engineering services for County Project 46-58
Regional Railroad Authority
The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority will discuss an approach to provide county funding for the operation of the METRO Orange Line. The agenda also includes approval of the September 21, 2021, meeting minutes.
- Discussion on approach to provide County funding for METRO Orange Line operation
- Approval of September 21, 2021, meeting minutes
Board Workshop
The board will review recommendations from the current Housing Leadership Workgroup and seek feedback on next steps. The session includes an overview of the workgroup's progress and a community perspective discussion.
- Recommendations from the Housing Leadership Workgroup
- Discussion regarding next steps for housing leadership
Community Services Committee of the Whole
The committee will review public health awards and several administrative items regarding budget amendment clauses and resolution outlines. Any actions taken by this committee serve as recommendations to the County Board.
- Public Health Awards
- Administrative tests for budget amendment clauses
- Testing simple tables in resolutions for bids