Dodge County public meetings in 2024
112 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee will consider final payments for State Projects SP 020-609-032, SP 020-599-123, and SP 020-615-021. It will also discuss purchasing a hydro seeder. These items are routine financial and procurement actions.
- Final payment for State Project SP 020-609-032
- Final payment for State Project SP 020-599-123
- Final payment for State Project SP 020-615-021
- Purchase of a hydro seeder
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Fairview Care Center Board will review and approve meeting minutes, personnel changes, and outstanding bills. New business includes approving a scheduling app, a supply‑room plug‑in, bathroom flooring, and the FY 2025 operating budget. The board will also consider a 3% cost‑of‑living adjustment (information only).
- Approval of "When I Work" schedule app (no dollar amount listed)
- Approval of plug‑in for supply room and blanket warmer (no dollar amount listed)
- Approval of flooring for two bathrooms (no dollar amount listed)
- Review and approval of FY 2025 budget (no dollar amount listed)
- Review and approval of bills, including Kitchen Makeup Air $128,800.00 and Davis Mechanical Systems $30,300.00
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Administration Committee will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting and review upcoming Board of Commissioners business. It will consider commissioner warrants and discuss personnel agenda items for December 23, 2024. No specific decisions are detailed in the agenda.
- Committee of the Whole meeting – Dec 12, 2024 at 4:10 PM
- Board of Commissioners regular meeting – Dec 12, 2024 at 5:00 PM
- Review of commissioner warrants
- Personnel agenda for Dec 23 2024
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will adopt Ordinance #24-01. They will also consider a request for audio‑visual funding for the courts and a child‑care provider financial assistance request. Additional items include final payment of 2024 bills, fund approvals, and a fee schedule discussion.
- Adoption and enactment of Dodge County Ordinance #24-01
- Request for audio‑visual funding for courts
- Child care provider financial assistance request
- Final payment of bills for 2024
- Fee schedule discussion
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Health Committee meeting on Dec 23 2024 will begin with a public health update presented by Amy Evans, the Public Health Director. No other agenda items are listed, and no decisions or actions are scheduled.
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Committee of the Whole is convening in Mantorville to discuss a Midway update and discussion with the Facilities & Fleet Manager and IT Director. The meeting is scheduled to adjourn at 5:00 PM.
- Discussion of Midway update with Facilities & Fleet Manager and IT Director
- Meeting to convene Committee of the Whole in Conference Room B, Government Services Building
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to discuss a cooperative agreement amendment for the Third Judicial District. The committee will also consider the approval of 2025 tobacco retailer licenses.
- Third Judicial District Cooperative Agreement Amendment (FY25)
- Approval of 2025 Tobacco Retailer Licenses
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Administration Committee will consider several items, including commissioner warrants and a personnel agenda. It will vote on the reappointment of Rhonda Toquam to the SEMMCHRA Board. The committee will also reappoint Extension Committee member Patrick Buckwalter.
- Commissioner warrants
- Personnel agenda for 12/12/24
- Reappointment of Rhonda Toquam to the SEMMCHRA Board
- Reappointment of Extension Committee member Patrick Buckwalter
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Works Committee will review the final payment for SAP 020-605-030. The committee will also discuss an alternative method for disseminating bids and requests. County Engineer Guy Kohlnhofer will present these items.
- Final payment for SAP 020-605-030
- Alternative method to disseminate bids and requests
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will hear an annual update on the county court system from Judge Debra A. Groehler. It will also consider the salary levels for elected officials for the 2025 fiscal year, presented by County Administrator Jim Elmquist. No other items are on the agenda.
- Annual Court Update to the County Board – presented by Judge Debra A. Groehler
- Elected Official Salary Consideration for 2025 – presented by County Administrator Jim Elmquist
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board will convene to approve routine consent items, discuss a Hayfield Safe Routes to School grant, and hold a public hearing on the 2025 TNT budget. The meeting will also include a public hearing on a cannabis ordinance and the appointment of various board members.
- Public hearing on 2025 TNT Budget
- Public hearing on ZA#24-07 Cannabis Ordinance
- Reappointment of Rhonda Toquam to SEMMCHRA Board
- Reappointment of Extension Committee Member Patrick Buckwalter
- Request to Approve 2025 Tobacco Retailer Licenses
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Planning Commission will approve the agenda and minutes from its September 4, 2024 meeting. The commission will discuss Zoning Amendment ZA#24-07, which pertains to a Cannabis Ordinance. Public hearing participation options, including in‑person, Zoom, and written comments, are provided for residents.
- Approval of agenda and minutes from the Sep 4, 2024 meeting
- Consideration of Zoning Amendment ZA#24-07 Cannabis Ordinance
- Public hearing notice for the Dec 4, 2024 meeting
- In‑person hearing at 721 Main St N., Mantorville, Conference Room B
- Zoom participation link and written comment instructions
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Administration Committee will consider the commissioner warrants presented by the Taxpayer Services Director. The committee will also discuss a phone reimbursement request submitted by Kevin Venenga. Additional agenda items include a personnel agenda and a report on the NACO Legislative Conference.
- Review of commissioner warrants
- Discussion of phone reimbursement request for Kevin Venenga
- Personnel agenda for November 26, 2024
- Report on NACO Legislative Conference with Rod Peterson
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to regulate cannabis businesses at 6:00 PM. Other agenda items include routine consent items, a resolution authorizing interim financial consultation for the Minnesota Prairie County Alliance, and a request to accept a veteran services donation. The meeting also features updates from the County Administrator, legal counsel, and public health officials.
- Consent agenda items (routine, non‑controversial)
- Resolution authorizing interim financial consultation for Minnesota Prairie County Alliance
- SEMMCHRA Final Levy Request 2025
- Request to accept veteran services donation
- Public hearing for ordinance to regulate cannabis business
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Fairview Care Center Board will approve the October meeting minutes and a series of personnel changes. It will review and approve September bills totaling $186,038.09 and the October financial statements. The board will also consider new business items, including a $1,795 purchase of CPR equipment, bed extender and layaway approvals, and a holiday rule amendment.
- Approve September bills for $186,038.09
- Approve purchase of CPR equipment for $1,795
- Approve bed extender and bed layaway requests
- Approve new holiday rule
- Approve personnel changes and October financials
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Administration Committee will review the October 22, 2024, minutes from the Committee of the Whole and Regular Board meetings. The agenda includes the approval of Commissioner Warrants and the Personnel Agenda for November 12, 2024.
- Review minutes from Oct 22 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Review minutes from Oct 22 Regular Board meeting
- Review Commissioner Warrants
- Review Personnel Agenda 11/12/24
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Health Committee will hear a health update from Amy Evans, the Public Health Director. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will hear a discussion on a proposed cannabis ordinance presented by the Public Health Director and Health Educator. The meeting will also include a discussion of the county's 2025 budget led by the County Administrator and Finance Director. No decisions are noted in the agenda; the items are for discussion only.
- Cannabis ordinance discussion (public health)
- 2025 budget discussion (county finance)
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss regulating cannabis businesses and decide on a bid for a transfer station building. The meeting also includes reviews of road revocations and the 911 Center joining a regional call handling system.
- Setting a public hearing for Ordinance 24-01 to regulate cannabis businesses
- Transfer station building bid decision
- Revocation of CR A and CR B to Concord, Kenyon, and Cherry Grove Townships
- Request for 911 Center to join the Regional Call Handling System
- Forfeiture sales of 3 parcels
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to hear a report from the Public Health Director and Health Educator. The session is focused on the annual update from the Dodge County Opioid Task Force.
- Dodge County Opioid Task Force Annual Update
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board will consider a closed‑session discussion on a potential offer to acquire properties under Minnesota Statutes §13D.03 and §13D.05, subd. 3. Other agenda items include a draft Midway Use Permit and Rental Agreement, a report from the South Country Health Alliance, and updates from public health, broadband, and environmental services. The meeting also features routine consent items and commissioner reports.
- Closed session to discuss possible offer on properties (Stat. §13D.03; §13D.05, subd. 3)
- Midway Use Permit & Rental Agreement draft (20 minutes)
- South Country Health Alliance report (20 minutes)
- Intent to apply for Dodge County Family Services Collaborative Funding (5 minutes)
- Midco Fixed Wireless introduction (5 minutes)
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Fairview Care Center Board will review and approve bills totaling $186,038.09, personnel changes including new hires and wage increases, and the purchase of an instructor kit for CPR training. The meeting will also cover financial reports and a workforce update.
- Review and Approval of Bills ($186,038.09)
- Review and Approval of Personnel Changes
- Review and Approval of In House CPR Training and Purchase of Instructor Kit
- Review and Approval of Financials
- September Cash on Hand - Information Only
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Administration Committee will review the Commissioner Warrants item on the agenda. No other specific actions or proposals are listed. The meeting is otherwise procedural.
- Commissioner Warrants
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet on October 8, 2024, to review tobacco license fees and receive an update from Public Health Director Amy Evans.
- Review of Tobacco License Fees
- Public Health Update
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Administration Committee will meet to discuss personnel matters and commissioner warrants. The meeting also includes reviews of previous Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings from September 24, 2024.
- Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda 10/8/24
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board will approve routine consent agenda items and hear updates from the legal, public health, and administration committees. A 20‑minute discussion on the Midway project is scheduled. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- Consent agenda items (routine, non‑controversial)
- Tobacco license fee item
- Commissioner warrants
- The Midway discussion (20 minutes)
- Public health update (15 minutes)
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors will meet to approve August personnel changes, bills, and financial reports. The meeting includes department updates from the Business Office Manager and the Social Services Designee.
- Review and approval of August personnel changes
- Review and approval of bills
- Review and approval of August financials
- Budget and department update from Holly Beaver (Social Services Designee)
- Department update from Courtney Brink (Business Office Manager)
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Health Committee will receive a general update from the Public Health Director. The committee will also discuss the Third Judicial District Cooperative Agreement for fiscal year 2025.
- Public Health update from Director Amy Evans
- Third Judicial District Cooperative Agreement (FY2025)
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Administration Committee will review the list of commissioner warrants. It will also consider personnel matters for the county. The agenda notes upcoming Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings scheduled for September 10, 2024.
- Review of commissioner warrants
- Personnel agenda for September 24, 2024
- Reference to Committee of the Whole meeting on Sep 10, 2024
- Reference to Board of Commissioners regular meeting on Sep 10, 2024
Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Safety Committee is meeting to hear from Sergeant Scott Prins regarding the 2025 Towards Zero Deaths Grant.
- Discussion of 2025 Towards Zero Deaths Grant
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2025 preliminary budget certification and insurance recommendations for 2025. The meeting also includes reviews of public health and safety grants.
- 2025 Preliminary Budget Certification
- Insurance Committee Recommendation for 2025
- FY25 TZD Safe Roads Grant Award approval request
- Third Judicial District Cooperative Agreement (FY2025)
- 2025 Towards Zero Deaths Grant
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss the name of the fairgrounds building and any associated fee. The meeting is scheduled for September 24, 2024 at 4:40 PM in Conference Room B, Government Services Building, Mantorville, MN. No other agenda items are listed.
- Fairgrounds building name and fee discussion
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Administration Committee will review minutes and warrants from the August 27, 2024, meetings of the Committee of the Whole and the Board of Commissioners. The agenda also includes a personnel agenda for September 10, 2024.
- Review minutes from Committee of the Whole meeting (Aug 27, 2024)
- Review minutes from Board of Commissioners regular meeting (Aug 27, 2024)
- Review Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda for September 10, 2024
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will hear three budget presentations: Facilities & Fleet Manager Duke Harbaugh, Information Technology Director Tobey Hicks, and Sheriff Scott Rose. Each presenter will outline their department's financial plans. The meeting will adjourn after the presentations.
- Budget presentation by Facilities & Fleet Manager Duke Harbaugh
- Budget presentation by IT Director Tobey Hicks
- Budget presentation by Sheriff Scott Rose
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board of Commissioners will consider routine consent items, commissioner warrants, and several zoning matters. They will review an Air Quality Easement Declaration, a legal update, and the expiration and reappointment of the County Assessor. The agenda includes a discussion of the 2025 County budget and reports from each commissioner.
- 2025 Budget Discussion (item 6.3)
- Expiration and reappointment of Dodge County Assessor (item 6.2)
- Air Quality Easement Declaration (item 5.1)
- Floodplain Amendment (ZA #24-05) (item 3.3)
- IUP #24-07 Ewing (item 3.1)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss specific zoning amendments and land use permits. The agenda includes a public hearing to review these requests.
- IUP #24-07 Ewing
- ZA #24-06 Con-Tech zoning amendment
- ZA #24-05 Floodplain Amendment
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Administration Committee will review commissioner warrants and a request for a gambling permit to hold a 50/50 raffle for WGA 4 Kids at the Big Iron Truck Show. The meeting will also address personnel agenda items. No other agenda items are listed.
- Commissioner warrants
- Gambling permit request for WGA 4 Kids 50/50 raffle at the Big Iron Truck Show
- Personnel agenda items
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Public Health Committee will hear a public health update from Director Amy Evans. The update includes notice of a TZD Safe Roads Grant, though the award amount has not yet been disclosed, and the completion of a July public health nuisance abatement within the expected timeline. No decisions are listed; the committee is receiving information only.
- Notice received of TZD Safe Roads Grant (award amount not identified)
- July public health nuisance abated on schedule
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Works Committee will consider three actions: approving a $119 cash donation for the 2024 Sober Fest event, awarding the bridge removal contract (SAP 020-599-123) to Alcon Excavating for $16,912, and adopting a resolution to accept a $222,483.25 Minnesota State Transportation Fund grant for the construction of Bridge No. 20J55 on C.S.A.H. 9. The committee will also authorize the County Engineer to approve change orders up to 10% of the awarded contract.
- Accept $119 anonymous cash donation for Dodge’s Alternative to Addiction Sober Fest 2024
- Award SAP 020-599-123 contract to Alcon Excavating for $16,912 to remove Bridge No. L2480 in Milton Township
- Approve resolution to accept State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program grant of $222,483.25 for Bridge No. 20J55 on C.S.A.H. 9
- Authorize County Engineer to approve change orders and supplemental agreements up to 10% of the $16,912 contract
- Construction for Bridge No. L2480 removal scheduled to begin Sep 3 2024 and finish Oct 18 2024
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The committee will receive 2025 budget presentations from Building Operations, Highway, and Public Health. The Public Health Director is proposing a budget that includes a request for an additional 1.0 FTE nurse to manage caseload capacity.
- 2025 Proposed Budget presentations for Building Operations, Highway, and Public Health
- Public Health request for 1.0 FTE nurse with a projected tax levy impact of $14,410
- Highway 2025 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) forms
- Public Health report on funding changes including Towards Zero Deaths Safe Roads grant and cannabis education funding
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance #98-01 (Tobacco) and then vote on amendments to that ordinance. A discussion on cannabis policy will follow. The board will also review the 2025 budget and consider a resolution for the State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program grant terms.
- Public Hearing for Ordinance #98-01 (Tobacco) – 25 minutes
- Approval of Amendments to Ordinance #98-01 – 5 minutes
- Cannabis Discussion – 20 minutes
- 2025 Budget Discussion – 10 minutes
- Resolution for Agreement to State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant Terms (SAP 020-609-038) – 5 minutes
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors will review July personnel changes and financial reports. The body is also seeking approval for a kitchen roof project and discussing flooring moisture issues.
- Approval for A/C/ Kitchen Roof
- Discussion on moisture and flooring updates
- Review and approval of July personnel changes
- Review and approval of July financials and bills
- Budget and department updates from HR Coordinator and Environmental Services Director
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Administration Committee will review the public health department's proposed revisions to the county tobacco ordinance, including age and training requirements for clerks. The committee will also receive updates on the insurance consulting contract with Intellicents and the scheduling of public hearings for County Road A turnback and County Road B realignment.
- Proposed amendment to tobacco ordinance to set minimum clerk age at 18 and require training for ages 18‑20
- Discussion of Intellicents insurance consulting fee of $1,500 per month ($18,000 annually)
- Scheduling public hearings for County Road A turnback and County Road B realignment in Concord, Cherry Grove, and Kenyon townships
- Commissioner warrants
- Personnel agenda items
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee is reviewing a request to award a construction contract for Bridge No. 20J55 and approach grading on C.S.A.H. 9 (210th Ave). The Highway Department recommends the lowest bidder for the project.
- Proposed contract award to Fitzgerald Excavating for $559,640.00
- Construction of Bridge No. 20J55 and Approach Grading on C.S.A.H. 9 (210th Ave)
Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting
The Public Safety Committee will consider a resolution to accept a $500 donation from the Big Iron Classic Truck Show to fund the Dodge County Sheriff's Office Chaplain and Peer Support programs.
- Accept $500 donation from Big Iron Classic Truck Show for Chaplain Program
- Resolution to accept donation under Minnesota Statute 465.03
- Donation to support Sheriff's Office peer support efforts
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 budget presentations for Environmental Services and the Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD). A key focus is the Environmental Services Capital Replacement Fund, which requires a higher contribution to rebuild balances after 2024 overages.
- Proposed 2025 contribution of $270,000 to the Environmental Services Capital Replacement Fund
- Five-year capital plan including a $300,000 replacement for a 24 Western Star & 2023 MAC
- Proposed $209,000 for a hook-truck replacement with trade-in
- Report of financial losses at the Dodge County Transfer Station regarding recycling and compost
- Proposed 2025 budget for Soil & Water Conservation District (Dept 002) of $964,212
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2025 budget and a new dispatch and records management system. The agenda includes reviews of land use permits, software agreements for property taxes, and a demo of an incident command trailer.
- 2025 Budget Discussion
- New Dispatch/Records Mgt System
- Public hearing set for August 27 regarding Public Health Tobacco Ordinance #98-01
- Award for SAP 020-609-038
- MCCC Tyler Tax Participation Agreement and pricing quote
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Planning Commission will meet to discuss specific land use permits and a zoning amendment. The meeting includes public hearings for these items.
- IUP #24-05 Klejeski
- IUP #24-06 Burbank
- ZA# 24-04 Chapter 21 zoning amendment
Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board of Adjustments will convene to approve the agenda and the minutes from its April 17, 2024 meeting. The board will discuss and decide on Variance V #24-04 submitted by Severson. The meeting will also include any other business before adjournment.
- Approve agenda and minutes from the Apr 17, 2024 meeting
- Consider Variance V #24-04 submitted by Severson
- Public hearing participation options: in‑person, Zoom, or written comments
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors will meet to review June personnel changes, financial reports, and cash on hand. The meeting includes budget and department updates from the Dietary Manager, Maintenance Director, and Director of Nursing.
- Review and approval of June personnel changes
- Review and approval of June financials and bills
- Budget and department updates from Dietary, Maintenance, and Nursing
- Acknowledgement of Interim Administrator Kelly Ellis, effective 7/1/2024
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to receive a public health update from Director Amy Evans.
- Public Health Update provided by Director Amy Evans
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review agreements for tax and computer services and discuss the replacement of a Sheriff server. The meeting includes a proposal to set a hearing for the turnback of CR A and CR B.
- Setting a hearing for CR A and CR B turnback
- MCCC Tyler Tax Participation Agreement and pricing quote
- Professional Services Agreement between TriMin Systems Inc. and Minnesota Counties Computer Coop
- Sheriff server replacement
- SEMMCHRA Preliminary Levy Request 2025
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Administration Committee will consider the personnel agenda presented by the County Administrator. The committee will also review and act on commissioner warrants. These items are routine agenda points for the July 23 meeting.
- Review of personnel agenda
- Consideration of commissioner warrants
Public Safety Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Safety Committee will consider a donation intended to purchase equipment for the Dodge County Sheriff's Office. The discussion will be led by Operations Captain Jeff Espinosa at 4:10 PM. No further details such as equipment type or donation amount are provided in the agenda.
- Donation to purchase equipment for the Dodge County Sheriff's Office (DCSO)
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss engineering and infrastructure items. The primary agenda item is the final payment for three bituminous projects from 2022.
- Final payment for 2022 Bituminous Projects SAP 020-603-016, SAP 020-605-029, and SAP 020-609-036
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Committee of the Whole will meet to hear a presentation and engage in discussion regarding a tobacco ordinance. The session is led by the Public Health Director and a Health Educator.
- Tobacco Ordinance presentation and discussion
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review previous meeting minutes and commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes a personnel report from the County Administrator.
- Review of June 25, 2024, Committee of the Whole meeting
- Review of June 25, 2024, Board of Commissioners regular meeting
- Commissioner Warrants review
- Personnel Agenda
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan and Bridge Priority List. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss possible offers on properties.
- Public Hearing for Adoption of Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) and Bridge Priority List
- Appointment of Commissioner Rod Peterson to a 5-year term to SEMMCHRA
- Closed Session to discuss possible offer on properties
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss a Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) replacement plan. Emergency Management Director Matt Maas and Sheriff Scott Rose are scheduled to present.
- CAD Replacement Plan presentation
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to receive an update from Jennifer Hengel, Executive Director of Semcac. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 PM at the Government Services Building in Mantorville.
- Semcac Update by Jennifer Hengel
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss setting a date for the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan and Bridge Priority List hearing. The agenda also includes a resolution for an 80'x100' transfer station and an administrator search for Fairview Care Center.
- 80'x100' transfer station resolution
- Setting a date for the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan hearing
- Fairview Care Center Administrator search
- Intent to apply for TZD funding
- Pull-tabs gambling permit amendment
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The board will review May financial reports and approve recent personnel changes. Members are also scheduled to discuss capital spending and the approval of roofing work.
- Review and approval of May bills and financials
- Approval of May personnel actions
- Review of capital spending worksheet
- Approval of roofing
- Presentation on infection control
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will receive a public health update from Director Amy Evans. The agenda also includes a request to approve public health donations.
- Public Health Update
- Request to Approve Public Health Donations
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review minutes from the June 11, 2024 meetings and examine commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes a review of the personnel agenda and proposed amendments to pull-tabs gambling permits.
- Pull-Tabs Gambling Permit(s) Amendment
- Review of Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda review
- Review of June 11, 2024 Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review previous board and committee meetings, commissioner warrants, personnel matters, and pull-tab gambling permits. The agenda includes reports from the Executive Assistant, Finance Director, Employee Relations Director, and Accounting Services Director.
- Review of May 28, 2024, Committee of the Whole meeting
- Review of May 28, 2024, Board of Commissioners regular meeting
- Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda
- Pull-Tabs Gambling Permit(s)
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative and zoning items. Discussion includes the 2023 Road & Bridge Annual Report, various zoning requests, and a closed session regarding property offers.
- Road & Bridge 2023 Annual Report
- CUP #21-05 Hasley (Amend)
- IUP #24-04 Thomforde
- ZA #24-03 Park Ordinance
- Closed session to discuss possible offer on properties
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Committee of the Whole meeting on June 11, 2024, consists of a single scheduled item. Dr. R. Ross Reichard, Chief Medical Examiner, will deliver a presentation.
- Presentation by Chief Medical Examiner Dr. R. Ross Reichard
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors met to review April financial reports, including a discussion on low cash on hand and census percentages. The meeting also included the review of monthly personnel actions and various facility updates.
- Approval of March bills totaling $362,830.80
- Review of April personnel changes including new hires and status changes
- Discussion regarding 67% census average and occupancy levels
- Report of four VA-reported incidents involving nursing and resident care
- Update on the Wing 2 tub remodel process
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review minutes from May 14, 2024, meetings and examine commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes the personnel agenda and a contract for the Shade Tree Project.
- Shade Tree Project Contract
- Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Committee of the Whole will hear a report from South Country Health Alliance. Leota Lind, CEO, and Scott Schufman, CFO, are scheduled to present.
- South Country Health Alliance report
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative items, including a permit fee request and the Shade Tree Project contract. The meeting also includes presentations from the University of Minnesota Extension and the Dodge County Community Foundation.
- Morris Marquette request on permit fee
- Shade Tree Project contract
- MDH and MDA sub-agreements with Olmsted SCWD
- Discussion of possible offers on properties in closed session
- Fairgrounds update
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review the April 23, 2024, Board of Commissioners meeting. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and the personnel agenda.
- Review of April 23, 2004, Board of Commissioners meeting
- Commissioner warrants
- Personnel agenda
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will hold discussions regarding new agenda software and online software. These presentations involve the County Administrator, IT Director, Zoning Administrator, and Environmental Services Director.
- Discussion of new agenda software
- Discussion of online software
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various county updates and administrative items. Topics include an Emerald Ash Borer plan, wind updates, and a request to purchase voter assist election equipment.
- Dodge County Wind update
- Renovation ReUse Concrete Ramp discussion
- Additional Hauler Licenses 2024
- Dodge County Emerald Ash Borer Plan
- Request to purchase new Voter Assist Election Equipment
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will meet to approve the agenda and previous minutes from April 3, 2024. The commission will also address IUP #24-03 Wipf.
- IUP #24-03 Wipf
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The board will meet to approve March minutes and review recent personnel changes. Members will also examine monthly bills, financial reports, and a summary of facility incidents and census data.
- Review and approval of March personnel changes
- Review and approval of monthly bills
- Review of March financials and cash on hand
- Facility summary including census and reported incidents
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to consider a request to approve public health donations. Director Amy Evans will also provide a public health update.
- Request to approve Public Health donations
- Public Health update from Director Amy Evans
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review the Board of Commissioners regular meeting from April 9, process commissioner warrants, and discuss personnel matters. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding a DNR Ash Tree Removal Grant.
- Review of April 9, 2024, Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
- Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda
- DNR Ash Tree Removal Grant
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Works Committee will meet on April 23, 2024. The agenda includes an item to award SAP 020-615-021.
- Award SAP 020-615-021
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review several county road revocations across multiple townships and a cooperative agreement for CSAH 20 resurfacing. Additional items include agency appropriations, personnel matters, and public health donations.
- CSAH 20 Resurfacing Cooperative Agreement
- Revocation of CR K to Ashland Township
- Revocation of CR K to Hayfield Township
- Revocation of CR G and CR 5 to Claremont Township
- Revocation of CR H, CR G and CR 5 to Wasioja Township
Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting
The Board of Adjustments will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the March 20, 2024 meeting. The primary business includes a discussion or decision regarding variance #24-03 Castner.
- Variance #24-03 Castner
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review previous meetings from March 26, 2024, and address commissioner warrants. The agenda also includes a personnel report.
- Review of March 26 Committee of the Whole meeting
- Review of March 26 Board of Commissioners regular meeting
- Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Works Committee meeting includes a presentation on loader tires from the Environmental Services Director. The provided agenda is sparse and contains no other specific items.
- Loader tires
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss various county matters including dust control on County Road F and a CAMA contract renewal. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss possible offers on properties.
- Dust control (chloride) on County Road F
- IUP #24-02 Doman
- Support for food separation equipment
- CAMA contract renewal
- Closed session to discuss possible offer on properties
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Planning Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from the March 6, 2024 meeting. The commission is also scheduled to consider Interim Use Permit #24-02 Doman.
- Consideration of Interim Use Permit #24-02 Doman
- Approval of March 6, 2024, meeting minutes
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review previous meeting minutes and discuss snowmobile club sponsorships. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and personnel matters.
- 2024/2025 Snowmobile Club Sponsorship - Dodge County Snowseekers Snowmobile Club
- Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee will consider awarding the Dodge County Shop parking lot resurfacing. Assistant County Engineer Travis Martin is scheduled to present this item.
- Award DC Shop Parking Lot Resurfacing
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will meet to determine interest in establishing a Family Resource Center. Patricia Harrelson, MNPrairie LICSW Program Manager, will lead this discussion.
- Determine interest in establishing a Family Resource Center
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various county business, including a closed session regarding possible property offers. Other topics include public health proclamations, personnel updates, and snowmobile club sponsorships.
- Award for DC Shop Parking Lot Resurfacing
- Award for Wasioja Seminary Ruins Stabilization Phase I Project
- Dodge Center Lions Club Donation to DCRR
- National Public Health Week Proclamation
- 2024/2025 Snowmobile Club Sponsorship - Dodge County Snowseekers Snowmobile Club
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors reviewed personnel changes, financial reports, and facility updates. Key actions included approving the purchase of an air conditioning unit for the server room and reviewing monthly expenditures.
- Approval of $227,855.41 in January bills
- Purchase of a server room A/C unit from Ron’s of Northfield
- Review of personnel changes including new hires and wage increases
- Discussion of a $4,200 OSHA citation
- Approval of February minutes
Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting
The Dodge County Board of Adjustments will meet to approve the agenda and January 23, 2024 meeting minutes. The board is also scheduled to consider variance application V#24-02 Masching.
- Variance V#24-02 Masching
- Approval of January 23, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss zoning updates for the commercial district and other chapters. The agenda includes the Wasioja Seminary Ruins Stabilization Phase I Project award and courthouse HVAC upgrades. Additionally, the board will review progress on a new park and a trail grant letter of support for Kasson.
- Wasioja Seminary Ruins Stabilization Phase I Project award
- GSB and Courthouse HVAC Upgrades
- Zoning amendments (ZA #24-01 and ZA #24-02)
- 2024-25 Lawn Care Contracts
- Proposed Land Purchase
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Health Committee will meet to receive a public health update from Director Amy Evans.
- Public Health Update by Amy Evans
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
This meeting consists of procedural reviews of committee and board meetings from February 27, 2024. The agenda also includes a review of commissioner warrants and personnel matters.
- Review of Feb 27, 2024, meeting minutes
- Commissioner warrants
- Personnel agenda
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will meet to discuss highway maintenance payments and a seal coat project award. Environmental Services will also present trailer quotes.
- Maintenance payment for TH 14 Turnback Section
- 2024 Seal Coat Project award
- Trailer quotes from Environmental Services
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The Committee of the Whole will discuss non-conforming use policies regarding churches in commercial districts. Angela Organ, representing Zwingli United Church of Christ (Berne Church), is scheduled to participate.
- Discussion on Non-Conforming Use & Churches Not Being Allowed in Commercial Districts
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The commission will review zoning amendments for the Commercial District and Chapters 18 and 21. The agenda also includes consideration of IUP #24-01 Nuss and the approval of bylaws.
- Zoning Amendment ZA #24-01 (Commercial District)
- Zoning Amendments ZA #24-02 (Chapters 18 & 21)
- IUP #24-01 Nuss
- Approval of Bylaws and Rules of Procedure
- Commission elections
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review the 2023 fourth quarter financials and the Economic Development Authority year in review. The agenda includes discussions on weight restrictions, a child care grant application, and a bridge replacement program resolution.
- Award SAP 020-599-121 and SAP 020-599-122
- Award Fuel Contract
- 2024 Weight Restrictions
- Child Care Grant Application
- Resolution for State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant SP 020-609-037
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
This meeting consists of procedural reviews of the February 13, 2024, Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings. The committee will also review commissioner warrants and the personnel agenda.
- Review of Feb 13, 2024, Committee of the Whole and Board of Commissioners meetings
- Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The committee will meet to hear an update from Annie Buresh, the Museum Director. The agenda consists of a single presentation regarding the Dodge County Historical Society.
- Dodge County Historical Society Update by Annie Buresh
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review January personnel changes and financial reports, including bills and cash on hand. The meeting also includes a workforce update and a summary of the facility's status. A proposal for adding air conditioning to the server room is scheduled for review.
- Review of January personnel changes and workforce updates
- Approval of January financial reports and bills
- Review of January cash on hand
- Proposal for server room A/C addition
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Public Works Committee will review a resolution for the State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program. The committee is also scheduled to award SAP projects 020-599-121 and 020-599-122 and a fuel contract.
- Resolution for State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program (SP 020-609-037)
- Award of SAP 020-599-121 and SAP 020-599-122
- Award of fuel contract
Public Health Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will receive a public health update from Director Amy Evans. The agenda also includes a request for out-of-state travel.
- Request for Out of State Travel
- Public Health Update
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review commissioner warrants and the personnel agenda for February 13, 2024. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a special inspection of the Fairgrounds Event Space.
- Review of January 23, 2024, Board of Commissioners meeting
- Commissioner warrants
- Personnel agenda for February 13, 2024
- Fairgrounds Event Space special inspection
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The committee will review awards for 2024 season supplies and process final payments for specific 2022 bituminous projects. It will also consider an award for SAP 020-609-037.
- Awarding of 2024 season supplies
- Final payment for 2022 Bituminous Projects (SAP 020-603-016, SAP 020-605-029, and SAP 020-609-036)
- Awarding of SAP 020-609-037
Committee of the Whole - Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss a restructure within the Land Records office and review the 2024 Legislative Platform. The meeting is scheduled for 9:10 AM at the Government Services Building in Mantorville.
- Office Restructure discussion led by Ryan DeCook
- Legislative Platform 2024 discussion led by Jim Elmquist
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss various county operations including law enforcement contracts and computer equipment purchases. The meeting includes a closed session regarding pending litigation for courthouse and GSB reconstruction.
- Final payment for 2022 Bituminous Projects (SAP 020-603-016, SAP 020-605-029, and SAP 020-609-036)
- Revocation of CR K to Canisteo Township
- Sunrise Trail Improvement Grant Application
- Resolution to accept a donation from Claremont Area Chamber of Commerce
- 2024 Computer Equipment Purchases and M365 Subscriptions
Fairview Care Center Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Directors met to review financial reports, including December bills totaling $181,198.90. Discussion included the 2024 budget, a prioritized capital plan, and the creation of an HR Coordinator position.
- Approval of December bills totaling $181,198.90
- Approval of the 2024 budget
- Approval of the 2024 capital plan with estimated projects at $310,059
- Creation of a new HR Coordinator position at grade 7
- Review of November personnel changes and wage adjustments
Board of Adjustments - Regular Meeting
The Board of Adjustments will consider the approval of Bylaws and Rules of Procedure. The meeting also includes elections and a discussion regarding variance V #24-01 for Wilbur-Ellis.
- Approval of Bylaws and Rules of Procedure
- Variance V #24-01 (Wilbur-Ellis)
- Approval of August 16, 2023 meeting minutes
Administration Committee - Committee Meeting
The Dodge County Administration Committee will review commissioner warrants and the personnel agenda. The meeting also includes a review of the January 9, 2024, Board of Commissioners regular meeting.
- Commissioner Warrants
- Personnel Agenda
- Review of Jan 9, 2024, Board of Commissioners meeting
Public Works Committee - Committee Meeting
The Public Works Committee will meet to discuss 2024 hauler licenses. Lauren Cornelius, Environmental Services Director, and Rita Cole, Waste Management Administrator, are scheduled to present.
- 2024 Hauler Licenses
Board of Commissioners - Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss land records, personnel matters, and road turnbacks. The meeting includes a presentation from the Minnesota Gold Star Monument Committee.
- Discussion of 2023 Fire Abatements
- Revocation of CR K to Ashland Township
- Scheduling of County Road Turnback Public Hearings
- Minnesota Gold Star Monument Committee Presentation