Dakota County public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider the 2025 budget, the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program, and the 2025 property tax levy. The meeting also includes votes on several 2025-2026 labor agreements and various infrastructure contracts.

• Certification of 2025 Property Tax Levy and adoption of 2025 Budget
• 2025-2026 labor agreements with Human Services Supervisors’ Association, Teamsters Local 120, and County Attorney Employee’s Association
• Trunk Highway 52 intersection improvements at County State Aid Highway 32
• Safe Routes To Schools Program grant for 80th Street East in Inver Grove Heights
• Contract with Cask NX LLC for a replacement IT service management system

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority will consider certifying its 2025 property tax levy and adopting the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and other routine business.

• Certification of Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority Property Tax Levy and Adoption of Budget for 2025

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board will hold a workshop to discuss organizational topics and strategic planning for 2025. The meeting is scheduled for December 6, 2024, at the Schaar's Bluff Gathering Center.

• County Board Organizational and Strategic Workshop
• Introduction and Overview of Organizational Topics
• Introduction and Overview of Strategic Planning

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on 2025 off-sale intoxicating liquor licenses, eligible transportation sales tax fund projects, and the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program budget. The board also considers consent agenda items including labor agreements with multiple unions, contracts for park restoration and social services, and property acquisitions in closed session.

• Public hearing on 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program Budget
• Authorization to execute 2025-2026 labor agreements with AFSCME Local 306, 450, 693 and Law Enforcement Labor Services
• Authorization to award bid and contract for Church’s Woods Restoration and Enhancement Project with RES Great Lakes, LLC
• Authorization to execute joint powers agreement with Minnesota Zoological Board for native prairie hay to feed zoo animals
• Closed executive session for legal strategy on property acquisitions in Lakeville and Inver Grove Heights

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will discuss updates on the obligation of American Rescue Plan Act funds, a multi-county residential opinion survey, and a Heritage Trail interpretive loop pilot project. The committee is also set to approve revisions to flex leave and compensation policies, as well as bylaws for the Library Advisory Committee. Any actions taken by this committee are recommendations to the Dakota County Board.

• Approval of revisions to Policy 3241 (Flex Leave) and Policy 3160 (Compensation Guidelines)
• Approval of Library Advisory Committee Bylaws
• Update on Heritage Trail Interpretive Loop Pilot Project
• Update on Multi-County 2025 Residential Opinion Survey Project
• Update on obligation of American Rescue Plan Act funding

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2025 county budget and tax levy. No other items are on the agenda beyond procedural approvals and adjournment.

• Public hearing to receive comments on the proposed 2025 Dakota County budget and levy

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The Physical Development Committee will hear an update on design alternatives for interchange improvements at County State Aid Highway 50/5 and I-35 in Lakeville. They will also consider several consent items including contracts for prairie hay supply, forest restoration, electronics recycling, and a crisis center amendment. Regular agenda items include approval of the Empire Maintenance Facility redevelopment phasing, discussion of parks cost recovery and funding strategy, and overview of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program, as well as discussion on acquiring the Wicklund Property in Waterford Township.

• Update on design alternatives for Hwy 50/5 & I-35 interchange improvements, Lakeville
• Conceptual phasing approval and contract amendment for Empire Maintenance Facility redevelopment
• Discussion on Parks Cost Recovery Framework and parks funding strategy
• Overview of draft 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Program
• Discussion on potential acquisition of Wicklund Property in Waterford Township

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Community Services Committee of the Whole will consider recommending several consent agenda items to the County Board, including grant agreements and joint powers contracts. Two regular agenda items involve authorizing contracts using opioid settlement funds and receiving an update on community health and access.

• Authorization to execute contracts using opioid settlement funds (Item 5.1)
• Update on Community Health and Access (Item 5.2)
• Grant agreement with Legal Assistance of Dakota County, Ltd. (Item 4.2)
• Contract with Avivo for MFIP employment services (Item 4.4)
• Joint powers agreement with City of Hastings for wellness initiatives (Item 4.5)

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board will consider several consent agenda items including right-of-way acquisitions and quick-take condemnations for highway projects in Apple Valley and Lakeville. A closed executive session is scheduled for legal strategy on acquiring property for the Lone Oak Road/CSAH 26 project in Eagan. The board will also schedule a public hearing on 2025 off-sale liquor license applications.

• Right-of-way acquisition and quick-take condemnation for County State Aid Highway 42 federal mill and overlay in Apple Valley (Project 42-172)
• Quick-take condemnation for roundabout at County State Aid Highway 50 (202nd Street West) and Hamburg Avenue in Lakeville (Project 50-37)
• Joint powers agreement with City of Eagan for design and construction of trails along county highways (Projects 31-112 and 43-057)
• Professional design service contract with HKGI for site improvements in Miesville Ravine Park Reserve
• Closed executive session for legal strategy on acquiring property from Kristin Ann Klein for Lone Oak Road/CSAH 26 project in Eagan

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meeting scheduled for November 12, 2024, has been canceled. No business was conducted or discussed.

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee will consider approving minutes, authorizing a one-time equity adjustment for staff, and discussing the Dakota County Library System renovation plan and future funding. The committee will also receive updates on the county's bonding process, budget amendments, and the 2025 budget process.

• Approval of minutes from October 8, 2024
• Authorization for one-time base equity adjustment for non-union staff
• Discussion of Dakota County Library System renovation plan and future funding
• Update on Dakota County bonding process
• Report on budget amendments and year-end projections

Board Workshop

The Board is holding a workshop to identify the county's vision for transit. Members will discuss needs, gaps, and potential county roles, as well as the Metro Transit Network Now analysis.

• Review of County Vision for transit
• Analysis of transit needs and gaps
• Discussion of potential County roles in transit
• Comments on Metro Transit Network Now analysis

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2025 recommended fee schedules and consider a consent agenda of contracts for services, road projects, and housing aid. The meeting also includes scheduling for a labor agreement and a transportation sales tax public hearing.

• Public hearing on 2025 recommended fee schedules
• Authorization to allocate local affordable housing aid
• Contract amendment for Law Enforcement Center locker room expansion
• Authorization to execute agreements for Minnesota River Greenway construction
• Contract for Interstate Valley Creek stabilization

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority scheduled a board meeting for October 29, 2024, but it was canceled. No decisions or discussions will take place at this time.

Board Workshop

The Board is meeting to review existing transit options from various providers. The discussion will focus on identifying service gaps, needs, and potential for growth.

• Review of Metropolitan Council transit
• Review of Metro Transit
• Review of Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA)
• Review of Dakota County Community Services Transportation
• Review of DARTS

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The Dakota County Physical Development Committee will review a solid waste management plan, authorize contracts for road and park projects, and discuss a parks vision statement. The committee's decisions will be forwarded to the County Board for final action.

• Approval of September 17, 2024, meeting minutes
• Authorization to execute contract amendment with Ebert Inc. for Law Enforcement Center locker room expansion
• Authorization to execute agreements with Union Pacific Railroad for Minnesota River Greenway construction
• Authorization to submit 2024-2044 Solid Waste Management Plan to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
• Discussion on the Parks, Greenways, and Natural Systems Draft 2050 Values and Vision Statement

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Community Services Committee of the Whole will vote on several consent agenda items, including minutes from the September 17 meeting, a partnership with the University of Minnesota, and grant and contract approvals for children and family services. It will also discuss updates on affordable housing aid spending and propose allocating local aid to emergency rental assistance while amending the 2024 Social Services budget. Additionally, the committee will receive an update on adult emergency shelter services and planning.

• Approve minutes of the September 17, 2024 meeting (Consent Agenda 4.1)
• Authorize agreement with University of Minnesota for local extension programming (4.2)
• Accept Minnesota Department of Human Services Children’s Mental Health Screening Grant funds (4.3)
• Execute contracts for children and family in‑home and community‑based services (4.4)
• Allocate local affordable housing aid to emergency rental assistance and amend the 2024 Social Services budget (5.1)

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board will consider several contracts and appointments, including a contract with Axon Enterprise for body‑worn camera equipment and data storage. It will also vote on a contract amendment with LOGIS for fiber‑optic network maintenance, and award a design contract to KLJ Engineering for three greenway projects. Additional items include scheduling transit workshops, appointing a member to the Public Art Advisory Committee, and a public hearing on the 2025 fee schedule.

• Authorize contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for fleet and body‑worn camera equipment, data storage, and support
• Amend contract for fiber‑optic network maintenance and engineering with Local Government Information Systems (LOGIS)
• Award consultant contract to KLJ Engineering LLC for preliminary design of North Creek, Vermillion Highlands, and Vermillion River Greenways (Project #2000233)
• Schedule Dakota County Board of Commissioners transit workshops
• Appointment to the Public Art Advisory Committee

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will approve minutes from the September 10, 2024 meeting and consider two employee‑relations contracts—one for wellness services with OPTUM and one to renew employee assistance services with The Sand Creek Group, Ltd. for 2025‑2027. It will also receive a finance overview of the recommended 2025 fee schedules, discuss a multi‑county residential opinion survey project, and consider updates to property‑forfeiture policies and library strategic planning.

• Authorization to execute a one‑year contract for wellness services with OPTUM
• Authorization to renew contract with The Sand Creek Group, Ltd. for employee assistance services for 2025‑2027
• Finance overview of recommended 2025 Dakota County fee schedules
• Adoption of revisions to Policy No. 8003, conveyance of tax‑forfeited property to local government unit
• Delegation of tax‑forfeit land administration duties to the Director of Property Taxation and Records

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board will approve the agenda and minutes from the September 10 meeting. A public hearing will be held to receive comments and approve the Dakota County Program Year 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report. The board will consider multiple authorizations, contract approvals, and recognitions across departments such as Employee Relations, Environmental Resources, Parks, and Public Health.

• Public hearing to receive comments and approve the 2023 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
• Authorization to amend the Joint Powers Agreement with the City of Mendota Heights for a residential organics drop‑off site
• Authorization to execute a contract amendment with Ebert Companies for the Law Enforcement Center Integrative Health Unit addition
• Authorization to award a bid and execute a contract with GV Builders, Inc. for the Farmington Highway Shop Salt Storage Building repair
• Authorization to execute an agreement with Northern States Power Company to relocate overhead power utilities along Trunk Highway 3 (S Robert Trail) in Eagan

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority board will certify the maximum proposed property tax levy for 2025. It will also authorize the release of the draft 2025‑2029 Capital Improvement Program. Additional items include approving the August 27, 2024 meeting minutes and scheduling the 2025 authority meetings.

• Authorization to release draft 2025‑2029 Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority Capital Improvement Program
• Certification of 2025 Dakota County Regional Authority Maximum Proposed Property Tax Levy
• Scheduling of 2025 Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meetings
• Approval of minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The Physical Development Committee of the Whole will vote on several consent agenda items, including amendments to joint powers agreements for waste management and a contract amendment for a law‑enforcement health unit. It will also approve schematic designs for the Wentworth Library renovation and a boiler/chiller replacement at the Law Enforcement Center. Additional discussions will cover transit planning, State Trunk Highway 13 funding, and naming the Mendota‑Lebanon Hills Greenway.

• Approve amendment to joint powers agreement with City of Mendota Heights for a residential organics drop‑off site
• Approve third contract amendment with Ebert Companies for Law Enforcement Center Integrative Health Unit addition
• Approve schematic design for Wentworth Library renovation
• Approve schematic design for Law Enforcement Center boiler and chiller replacement project
• Discuss transit planning in Dakota County

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Community Services Committee of the Whole will review recommendations for the County Board regarding public health and social services. Key items include the allocation of opioid settlement funds and the acceptance of various state grants.

• Allocation of opioid settlement funds for nasal naloxone procurement and training
• Acceptance of Minnesota Department of Health Eliminating Health Disparities grant funds
• Contract amendment with Greenleaf Integrative Strategies, LLC for consultation services
• Addition of 8.0 grant-funded full-time equivalents for Adult Mental Health Initiative and Community Support Program
• Joint Powers Agreements with law enforcement for embedded social worker partnerships

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee is reviewing 2025 medical, dental, and disability insurance plans and rates for employees. The body will also discuss the future funding approach for Dakota 911 and 2025 state legislative priorities.

• Approval of 2025 Dental Plan contract renewal
• Approval of 2025 Medical Plans and premium rates
• Authorization of vendors and rates for 2025 short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, and vision
• Discussion of future county funding approach to Dakota 911
• Policy 3020 change to establish Human Resources as a synonym for Employee Relations Department

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several transportation infrastructure agreements and budget amendments. The meeting includes votes on employee medical plans and workplace drug and alcohol policies. Other items involve inter-county agreements for pesticide mitigation and fiber optic usage.

• Authorization for 2025 Medical/Pharmacy Plan contract
• Revisions to Policy 3283 regarding Drug, Alcohol and Cannabis Free Workplace
• Joint Powers Agreements with Apple Valley and Burnsville for road and signal projects
• Contract with Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC for highway markings
• Agreement with City of Rosemount for fiber optic right to use

Regional Railroad Authority

The board will consider authorizing a Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for Greenway railroad crossings. It will also consider amending the 2024 Capital Improvement Program and budget to reflect this agreement. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of minutes and other staff reports.

• Authorization to execute Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County for Greenway railroad crossings
• Amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Program and budget related to the railroad crossings

Board Workshop

The Dakota County Board will hold a workshop to review budget presentations from various county departments, including the Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Office, and Public Services. The meeting will also address questions from a previous session regarding MnCHOICES staffing, opioid funding, and fleet maintenance costs, alongside a discussion on the 2025 levy and American Rescue Plan spending.

• Budget presentations from County Attorney's Office, Sheriff's Office, and Public Services
• Discussion on MnCHOICES Full-Time Equivalents (FTE's)
• Review of Opioid Funding and Natural Resources Funding
• Discussion on 2025 Levy Options and American Rescue Plan (ARP) Spending
• Capital financing presentations on Bonding and Sales and Use Tax

Board Work Session

The Board is holding a work session to review staff recommendations for 2025 legislative priorities. The meeting focuses on discussing legislative topics of interest to Dakota County.

• Staff recommendations for 2025 legislative priorities

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority meeting scheduled for July 30, 2024 was canceled. No agenda items were presented, so no decisions or discussions will take place. Residents should check future notices for rescheduled meetings.

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The Physical Development Committee of the Whole will discuss the preliminary 2025 Capital Improvement Program and funding sources. The body is also considering the release of the draft 2024-2044 Solid Waste Management Plan for public review. Various property acquisitions and contract amendments are listed for approval.

• Authorization to acquire Errington Property in Sciota Township
• Authorization to acquire Oliver Family Property in City of Empire
• Contract amendment with AVM Construction LLC for Law Enforcement Center cell block improvements
• Contract with CJC Construction LLC for Administration Center Atrium Fire Boundary Project
• Draft 2024-2044 Dakota County Solid Waste Management Plan

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure and public safety items. Discussions include adding staff to the Sheriff's Office and approving various transportation and park agreements.

• Add 12 full-time equivalent positions for Jail Integrative Health Unit
• Contract with New Look Contracting, Inc. for signal reconstruction at Pilot Knob Road and Corporate Center Drive
• Contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for Delaware Avenue and Butler Avenue projects
• Construction contract with McNamara Contracting, Inc. and SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for pedestrian safety improvements
• Agreement with Great River Energy for Veterans Memorial Greenway Bridge over Highway 3

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will review administrative and financial matters. Discussion includes amending a joint powers agreement and adopting a reimbursement resolution for the Lebanon Hills Maintenance Facility Project.

• Authorization to amend Joint Powers Agreement establishing the Criminal Justice Network
• Adoption of reimbursement resolution for Lebanon Hills Maintenance Facility Project

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct second interviews for selected candidates. The board will also discuss the next steps regarding the vacancy of the County Manager position.

• Second interviews of selected County Manager candidates
• Discussion on next steps for the vacant County Manager position

Board Workshop

The Board is meeting to prepare for interviews and determine next steps regarding the vacancy of the County Manager. This workshop focuses on the recruitment process for this leadership role.

• Preparation for County Manager interviews and hiring steps

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda recommending approval of multiple infrastructure, grant, and service contracts. Key actions include authorizing right-of-way acquisition and quick-take condemnation for a multiuse trail and intersection improvements in Inver Grove Heights, and amending agreements for an I-35W interchange project in Burnsville. The board will also schedule a public meeting to hear comments on classifying tax-forfeited properties as non-conservation and consider acquiring the Schwamb Property for Miesville Ravine Park Reserve. These actions will affect local property owners, road users, and land classification policies.

• Authorization for quick-take condemnation of right-of-way for a multiuse trail along County State Aid Highway 28 in Inver Grove Heights
• Authorization for quick-take condemnation of right-of-way for intersection improvements on County State Aid Highway 56 in Inver Grove Heights
• Contract award to Northland Mechanical Contractors, Inc. for the Lawshe Museum roof cooling unit replacement
• Scheduling of a public meeting to hear comments on classifying tax-forfeited properties as non-conservation
• Authorization to acquire the Schwamb Property in Miesville Ravine Park Reserve

Regional Railroad Authority

The scheduled meeting for the Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority has been canceled. No business or discussion will take place at this time.

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss budget amendments and year-end projections for operations and contracts. The Sheriff is also seeking authorization to add 12 full-time equivalent positions to staff the Jail Integrative Health Unit.

• Authorization to add 12 full-time equivalent positions for the Jail Integrative Health Unit
• Report on budget amendments, year-end projections for operations and contracts

Board Workshop

The Board will review estimated fund balances for the 2023 financial year-end. Discussion includes 2024 budget performance and the financial planning environment for 2025, including cost pressures and funding.

• 2023 Financial Year-End Estimate Fund Balances
• 2024 Budget and Financial Performance
• 2025 Financial Planning Environment

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss interview finalists for the vacant County Manager position. The board will provide direction on next steps for the selection process. No final appointment or vote is scheduled for this session.

• Discussion of interview finalists for the vacant County Manager position
• Board direction on next steps for the hiring process
• Special meeting format with call to order and adjournment

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting on June 24, 2024, to orient candidates and conduct interviews for the vacant County Manager position. The agenda covers a call to order, candidate orientation, and the interview session before adjournment. No other policy, budget, or zoning items are scheduled for this session.

• Special meeting for County Manager candidate interviews
• Candidate orientation and interview session
• Public comment submission via [email protected]
• Meeting location: Conference Room 3A, Administration Center, Hastings

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will review several consent agenda items involving grant funds, contracts, and budget amendments. The regular agenda includes adopting a work plan for the Opioid Response Advisory Committee and an update on mental health crisis services expansion.

• Contract with ByWater Business Solutions LLC for print to mail services
• Substance Misuse And Suicide Prevention Coalition Grant funds and 1.0 FTE addition
• Joint Powers Agreements with Dakota County School Districts for school wellness projects
• Promising Practices Home Visiting Grant funds and 1.6 FTE addition
• Contract with JEC Miller, Inc. for child foster residence respite services

Board Work Session

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to introduce the new Regional Administrator. The meeting includes discussions on the Imagine 2050 Regional Development Guide and Metro Mobility updates.

• Introduction of the new Regional Administrator
• Imagine 2050: Update on Regional Development Guide
• Metro Mobility update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several transportation, infrastructure, and insurance items. Discussions include road improvements in Lakeville and Eagan, as well as boiler replacements for the Burnhaven Library and Law Enforcement Center.

• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Inver Grove Heights for 80th Street East Trail Gap
• Engineering contract with Stonebrooke Engineering, Inc. for Highway 50 and Hamburg Avenue intersection in Lakeville
• Contract with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for corridor signal timing in Eagan
• Construction contract for 2024 preservation of paved highway surfaces projects
• Northern Air Corporation contract for Burnhaven Library boiler replacement

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will discuss proposed amendments to the memorial designations section of Dakota County’s street naming and addressing procedures, review a legislative update from the County Manager, and approve minutes from its May 21 meeting. Changes to these protocols affect property records, mail delivery routing, and emergency service dispatch. Any actions taken by this committee serve as recommendations to the full County Board.

• Discussion on amendments to the memorial designations section of the Dakota County Uniform Street Naming And Addressing Procedural Manual
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager
• Approval of minutes from the May 21, 2024 meeting

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review the recruitment process for a new County Manager, including selecting finalists and appointing an interim leader. The agenda also includes requests to authorize various infrastructure projects, such as roadwork on Highway 32 and dam improvements. Additionally, the board will consider contracts related to public health and community services.

• Selection of finalists for County Manager recruitment
• Contract for Highway 32 mill and overlay and traffic signal replacement
• Authorization for Byllesby Dam capital improvement program amendments
• Joint powers agreements to use opioid settlement funds
• Law Enforcement Center locker room expansion contract

Regional Railroad Authority

The Authority will discuss the preliminary 2025 draft Capital Improvement Program. The agenda also includes an update on the Dan Patch Rail To Trail Study and approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Update on Dan Patch Rail To Trail Study
• Discussion of preliminary 2025 draft Capital Improvement Program
• Approval of April 23, 2024 meeting minutes

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss the selection of finalists for the County Manager executive recruitment. The committee will also discuss direction regarding the appointment of an Interim County Manager.

• Selection of finalists for County Manager executive recruitment
• Appointment of Interim County Manager
• Report on budget amendments and year-end projections for operations and contracts

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will review several construction contracts, facility redevelopments, and transportation projects. Discussion items include the 2025 draft Transportation Capital Improvement Program and a vision for parks and greenways.

• Amendment to Byllesby Dam Capital Improvement Program and contract amendment with The Boldt Company
• Professional services contract with Kodet Architectural Group, Ltd. for Western Service Center second floor redevelopment
• Contract amendment with Mid-America Business Systems and Equipment, Inc. for Kaposia Library Project
• Bid award and contract with Ebert Inc. for Law Enforcement Center locker room expansion
• Construction contract with Bituminous Roadways Inc. for County State Aid Highway 32 projects

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Community Services Committee of the Whole will review several contract authorizations and grant applications. The agenda includes updates on mental health promotion, truancy reduction, and University of Minnesota Extension programming. Members will also consider using opioid settlement funds with school districts.

• Contract with Life Development Resources for juvenile services
• Use of opioid settlement funds with school districts
• Grant application for a Family Resource Center/One-Stop Shop
• Acceptance of Minnesota Homeless Prevention Aid
• Proclamation of May as Mental Health Month

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will meet to conduct a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager. This is a Committee of the Whole meeting where actions taken serve as recommendations to the County Board.

• Legislative Update from the Office of the County Manager

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the 2024 Dakota County fee schedule for property taxation and records. The agenda also includes discussions on legal strategies for property acquisition in Inver Grove Heights and various service contracts.

• Public hearing on new fees and amendments to the 2024 Dakota County fee schedule
• Joint Powers Agreement with Vermillion Township for Doffing Avenue resurfacing
• Contract renewal with Qualtrics LLC for survey software
• Legal strategy discussion for property acquisition in Inver Grove Heights
• Approval of final plats recommended by the Plat Commission

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will review several departmental updates. Discussions include future financial commitments to Dakota 911 and an update on American Rescue Plan Act funding.

• 2024 Board Priorities First Quarter Update
• Legislative Update from the Office of the County Manager
• Discussion on future County financial commitments to Dakota 911
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act funding
• Update on Library Strategic Planning

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including park accessibility upgrades at Lebanon Hills and road design work in Lakeville. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the 2024 Action Plan for community development grants.

• Public hearing for the FY 2024 Community Development Block Grant, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Programs
• Bid award for Lebanon Hills Park education and accessibility improvements via Ebert Inc.
• Contract for North Creek Greenway project between CSA Highway 42 and 147th Street in Apple Valley
• Design contract for interchange improvements at CSA Highway 50 and Interstate 35 in Lakeville
• Contract for liquid chloride application on Dakota County gravel roads via EnviroTech Services, Inc.

Regional Railroad Authority

The Regional Railroad Authority will review the approval of meeting minutes from February 27, 2024. The board is also considering authorization for a joint powers agreement with Dakota County and an amendment to the 2024 Capital Improvement Program and Budget.

• Approval of February 27, 2024 meeting minutes
• Authorization to execute Joint Powers Agreement with Dakota County
• Amendment to 2024 Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority Capital Improvement Program and Budget

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will receive an update on the executive search to fill the pending County Manager vacancy and a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from April 9 and April 16, 2024.

• Update on executive search for County Manager vacancy
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager
• Approval of minutes from April 9 and April 16, 2024

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will review several contract amendments for park and road projects. Members will also discuss permitting license plate readers in the county right-of-way and solid waste management plan revisions. These items are recommendations to the County Board.

• Contract for North Creek Greenway improvements in Apple Valley
• Bid award for Lebanon Hills Park accessibility improvements
• Design contract for I-35 and CSAsH 50 interchange improvements in Lakeville
• Discussion on permitting license plate readers in the county right-of-way
• Rejection of all bids for Law Enforcement Center renovations

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing budget amendments and contract authorizations for various social services. Items include updates on the Homeward Path project and planning for a Family Resource Center. The committee will also consider allocating local affordable housing aid to rental assistance programs.

• Allocation of Local Affordable Housing Aid to Emergency Rental Assistance and Apartment Services
• Contract for transportation services with Uber Technologies, Inc.
• Budget amendments for Adult Protection Grant funding and new staff positions
• Update on Homeward Path project planning
• Application for the Sauer Family Foundation Grant

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will meet on April 16, 2024, to approve its agenda, hear a legislative update from the County Manager's office, and allow public comments. Any actions taken are recommendations to the full Dakota County Board. This meeting agenda contains only procedural items and one informational report.

• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager

Board of Commissioners

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners will review several transportation contracts for highway pavement preservation and traffic signal replacement. The agenda also includes agreements for the Veterans Memorial Greenway and a closed session regarding legal strategy for property acquisitions in Eagan and Inver Grove Heights.

• Contract with ASTECH Corp for Highway Pavement Preservation Projects
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Burnsville for traffic signal replacement at CSAsH 42 and Southcross Drive/Summit Oaks Drive
• Contract with Minnesota Petroleum Service, Inc. for a fuel island at Lebanon Hills Maintenance Facility
• Construction contract and agreement with Inver Grove Heights for Veterans Memorial Greenway
• Closed session regarding legal strategy for property acquisition in Eagan and Inver Grove Heights

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will review a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager. The committee will also discuss property taxation, including an overview of new document services, recommended fees, and an update on the Mapping Prejudice project.

• Overview of new property document services
• Discussion of recommended new service fees
• Update on Mapping Prejudice project
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several items including park maintenance contracts, transportation engineering, and public health grants. Discussion includes various land easements, infrastructure improvements, and community service agreements.

• Public hearing regarding Farmington Health Services project and tax exempt obligations
• Contract amendment for Veterans Memorial Greenway design in Inver Grove Heights and Eagan
• Construction contract for Lebanon Hills Maintenance Facility with Rochon Corporation
• Right of way acquisition for multiuse trail on County Road 4 in West St. Paul
• Box culvert contract for roundabout at County State Aid Highway 46 and 85

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will discuss the Global Green Expo 2031 and receive a legislative update from the County Manager. A closed executive session is scheduled to review the current cyber threat landscape and IT security measures.

• Discussion on Global Green Expo 2031
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager
• Closed executive session regarding cyber security threats and measures
• Approval of minutes from March 12 and March 19, 2024

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will review the preliminary 2025 draft Facilities Capital Improvement Program and the Parks, Greenways, and Natural Systems 2050 Vision Plan. The agenda also includes several administrative authorizations regarding park maintenance, trail design, and road engineering.

• Contract amendment for Greenway Trail and Veterans Memorial Greenway design
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Rosemount for Flint Hills Park segment
• Contract with Native Resource Preservation, LLC for Lebanon Hills vegetation management
• Bid award to Rochon Corporation for Lebanon Hills Maintenance Facility construction
• Engineering services contract for County State Aid Highway 26

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will review the Community Corrections 2023-2027 Comprehensive Plan and updates on truancy reduction and Aspen House. The agenda also includes several consent items regarding public health grants, homelessness prevention, and opioid settlement agreements with local cities.

• Approval of Community Corrections 2023-2027 Comprehensive Plan
• Update on Truancy Reduction Program
• Update on Aspen House and contract amendment
• Joint powers agreements with cities for opioid settlement activities
• Grant funds for local homelessness prevention aid

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider approving the position profile for the vacant County Manager role. The Office of the County Manager is also scheduled to provide a legislative update.

• Approval of County Manager position profile to fill pending vacancy
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review various transportation projects, including a new roundabout in Burnsville and trail improvements in Mendota Heights and West St. Paul. The agenda also includes authorizations for public health grants and software contracts.

• Construction contract for a new roundabout on County State Aid Highway 11 at Burnsville Parkway
• Contract for Delaware Avenue Trail Gap and school safety in Mendota Heights and West St. Paul
• Authorization to submit a grant application for maternal and postpartum health services
• Intersection improvements along County State Aid Highway 28 in Eagan
• Software contract with IGM Technology Corp. for budgeting and planning

Regional Railroad Authority

The scheduled meeting for the Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority has been canceled. No business or discussion items are listed for this date.

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will review a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager. The committee will also receive an update on 2024 elections and consider a contract amendment for armored transportation services.

• Contract amendment with Brink’s U.S. for armored transportation services
• 2024 Elections update
• Office of the County Manager legislative update

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several committee recommendations including public health grants and park maintenance. The meeting includes discussions on property acquisitions, transportation engineering, and various budget amendments.

• $15,000 allocation for nasal naloxone purchase
• Construction contract for Western Service Center Data Room Chiller Replacement
• Engineering services for County State Aid Highway 46 in Rosemount
• Acquisition of Oliver Family Property in the City of Empire
• Right of way acquisition for County State Aid Highway 32 in Inver Grove Heights

Regional Railroad Authority

The Dakota County Regional Railroad Authority will discuss its priorities for 2024. The agenda also includes approval of the meeting agenda and minutes from January 2, 2024.

• Discussion of 2024 Regional Railroad Authority priorities
• Approval of January 2, 2024, meeting minutes

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will review updates regarding the executive search for a new County Manager. The committee is also scheduled to discuss legislative updates and potential revisions to policy 1002.

• Update on executive search to fill pending County Manager vacancy
• Approval of revisions to Policy 1002 regarding development and revision of policies
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager

Board Work Session

The Dakota County Board of Commissioners and the Planning Commission are holding a joint work session. The meeting is intended for discussion and direction regarding the 2024 Planning Commission Work Plan Projects.

• Introduction to 2024 Planning Commission Work Plan
• Overview of projects

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will review several public health grant agreements and budget amendments. Discussions also include updates on the Justice Involved Veteran Court, Aspen House, and Family Resource Center planning.

• Allocate $15,000 of Opioid Settlement Funds for nasal naloxone purchase
• Add 3.0 full-time equivalents to Community Corrections budget
• Accept Minnesota Department of Health Response Sustainability Grant
• Ratify grant application for a new and emerging school-based health center
• Execute contract amendment for Aspen House

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will receive a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager. The meeting includes standard procedures such as roll call and agenda approval. Any actions taken by this committee serve as recommendations to the County Board.

• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several transportation projects, including trail gaps and railroad crossing improvements. The agenda also includes grant applications for private well water safety and Mississippi River Greenway projects. Additionally, the board will address committee appointments and property taxation matters.

• Agreement for Delaware Avenue Trail Gap and School Safety with Mendota Heights and West St. Paul
• Railroad crossing improvements on County State Aid Highway 88 in Randolph Township
• Purchase of wireless infrastructure for Dakota County buildings and parks
• Grant application for Minnesota Department of Health Safe Drinking Water for private well users
• Demolition of tax forfeited parcels at 1331 Calumet and 1370 Allen in West St. Paul

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will review the 2023 Board Priorities Fourth Quarter Update and receive an update on vendors for the County Manager executive search. Other discussions include public health bylaws, fiber optic agreements, and law library fee assessments.

• Adoption of bylaws for the Opioid Response Advisory Committee
• Fiber Optic Indefeasible Right To Use Agreement with Goodhue County
• Assessment of Law Library fees on criminal, civil, and conciliation court filings
• Revisions to County Policy 1570 regarding gift acceptance
• Update on vendor search for the pending County Manager vacancy

Board Workshop

The Board Workshop focuses on an overview of Dakota County demographics, economic indicators, and select community indicators. The session is intended for discussion regarding county projections.

• Demographic, Economic, and Select Community Indicators Overview

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure and service authorizations. Key discussions include road intersection improvements, park restorations, and budget amendments for public health and facilities.

• Trunk Highway 56 intersection improvements at CSAH 88 (Project T88024)
• Spring Lake Park Reserve Bison Range Restoration contract with Stantec
• Traffic signal installations at CSAH 32 and Slater Road in Eagan (Project 32-92)
• Right of way acquisition for CSAH 31 and Corporate Center Drive in Eagan (Project 31-103)
• Temporary traffic signal at CSAH 42 and CSAH 71/Blaine Avenue (Project 42-176)

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will review minutes from the January 9, 2024 meeting. The committee is also considering authorization for an Environmental Resources grant application regarding safe drinking water for private well users.

• Authorization to submit Minnesota Department of Health Safe Drinking Water for Private Well Users Grant Application
• Office of the County Manager legislative update

Board Workshop

The Planning Workshop focuses on the upcoming process to recruit a new County Manager. Discussion includes potential recruitment options and a proposed timeline for the process.

• County Manager recruitment options
• Recruitment process timeline

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to provide information on Community Development Agency (CDA) housing programs. The discussion will also cover potential uses for Housing Sales Tax resources that Dakota County cities are set to receive.

• Review of CDA Housing Programs
• Discussion of Housing Sales Tax resources

Physical Development Committee of the Whole

The committee will consider authorizations for several park, transportation, and environmental projects. The agenda also includes discussions regarding a roundabout in Lakeville and road reconstruction in Inver Grove Heights.

• Contract award for Spring Lake Park Reserve Bison Range Restoration
• Agreement with MnDOT for Trunk Highway 56 intersection improvements at CSAsH 88
• Joint Powers Agreement with Scott County for a regional hazardous waste facility
• Discussion of a roundabout at CSAsH 50 and Hamburg Avenue in Lakeville
• Cost share discussion for 117th Street Reconstruction in Inver Grove Heights

Community Services Committee of the Whole

The committee will review updates on supportive services shelter development and opioid settlement funds. Members will also discuss the formation of a Disability Advisory Council.

• Interagency Cooperative Agreement between MN Dept of Human Services Child Support Division and Dakota County
• Addition of 1.0 grant-funded full-time equivalent to Public Health budget
• Update on Supportive Services Shelter Development
• Proposal to form a Disability Advisory Council
• Update on Opioid Settlement Funds

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will discuss the Global Green Expo 2031. The meeting also includes a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager.

• Discussion on Global Green Expo 2031
• Legislative update from the Office of the County Manager
• Approval of January 2, 2024 meeting minutes

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect the 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair and adopt new operating rules. The meeting also includes authorization for road reconstruction in Eagan and engineering services for roundabouts on Highway 86.

• Election of 2024 County Board Chair and Vice-Chair
• Engineering contract for two roundabouts on County State Aid Highway 86
• Right of Way acquisition for Lone Oak Road reconstruction in Eagan
• Contract with Oracle America, Inc. for support services
• $4,000 donation to the Sheriff’s Office from Quade and Sons Refrigeration, Inc.

Regional Railroad Authority

The authority will elect its Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary for the 2024 term. The board will also approve the minutes from the December 19, 2023 meeting.

• Election of 2024 Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary
• Approval of December 19, 2023 meeting minutes

General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole

The General Government and Policy Committee of the Whole will review several administrative items. This includes approval of 2024 work plans for the Library Advisory Committee and Public Art Advisory Committee, as well as a legislative update from the Office of the County Manager.

• Approval of 2024 Work Plans for Library Advisory Committee
• Approval of 2024 Work Plans for Public Art Advisory Committee
• Legislative Update from the Office of the County Manager