Hubbard County, MN

Planning Commission / Board of Adjustment

The Hubbard County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment meet Monday, October 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM at the Government Center. The Planning Commission will take up an ordinance amendment by Derik and Krystal Zigmund to add a commercial business use category in the recreational development lake classification, plus a discussion of conditional use permit and plat approval processes. The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on six variance applications involving shoreland rules on Big Mantrap Lake, Loon Lake, Leech Lake, Hinds Lake, and properties in Mantrap and Todd townships. No dollar amounts appear in the agenda.

• Ordinance amendment by Derik and Krystal Zigmund to add a commercial business use category to Section 401, Table 1 of the Shoreland Management Ordinance
• Variance 58-V-26 (Kevin Luksik): 20,000 sq. ft. minimum buildable area on Big Mantrap Lake, Clay Township, Parcel 04.35.00810
• Variance 59-V-26 (Julie Willms, Jennifer Spalding, Jolynn Kamrath): 300' minimum tract width in Mantrap Township, Parcel 20.30.00810
• Variance 60-V-26 (Nicholas Schilligo): after-the-fact vegetation clearing in the shore impact zone on Loon Lake, White Oak Township, Parcel 28.30.01610
• Variances 61-V-26 (Strosahl, Leech Lake), 62-V-26 (Fischer, Hinds Lake), and 63-V-26 (Vaadeland, Todd Township) also on the Board of Adjustment agenda

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners Work Session

HRA/EDA Board

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners Work Session

Board of Commissioners

HRA/EDA Board

HRA/EDA Board

Board of Commissioners

The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss highway equipment purchases, right-of-way easements for CSAH 23, and a lease agreement with Shell Prairie Agricultural Association. The board will also review a Highway Department restructure and a debt write-off request.

• Proposed $459,900 quote for a John Deere motor grader from McCOY Construction & Forestry
• Proposed $28,469.20 purchase of a Trimble R980, Model 50 from Frontier Precision
• Proposed $19,354.65 quote for a 20' Felling Trailer from Felling Trailers, Inc
• Final contract payment of $26,788.61 to Swenson Aggregate and Construction, LLC
• Proposed write-off of debt on invoice #498 for $4,629.14

HRA/EDA Board

The Hubbard County HRA/EDA Board will review financial reports for several properties and the 2025 audit report. The board is also considering authorization for staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for audit services covering 2026 through 2028.

• Authorization of RFP for 2026-2028 audit services
• Review of 2025 HRA-EDA Audit Report
• Financial reports for Regency, Cornerstone, Meadow View, and Meadows Edge properties
• Review of property management proposals

Board of Commissioners Work Session

The Board of Commissioners will discuss 2026 year-to-date reports and options for the 2027 budget and levy. The session also includes a review of completed work and applications for Phase I and Phase II of Deep Lake Park.

• 2026 YTD budget reports and 2027 budget and levy options
• Deep Lake Park Phase II proposed visitor center and parking
• Deep Lake Park Phase II proposed 20 campsites
• Deep Lake Park Phase II proposed restroom and maintenance building
• Deep Lake Park Phase II proposed dump station and trash enclosure

Board of Commissioners

The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 9:00 AM in the Hubbard County Board Room. The board will consider a consent agenda of routine approvals, highway and natural resource items, solid waste contracts, several land-use applications, and a human resources classification item. Public input on non-agenda topics is allowed for up to 10 minutes total, with individual comments limited to 3 minutes.

• Final payment of $67,981.42 to EnviroTech Services, LLC of Greeley, CO for CP 29-25-03 calcium chloride application
• Award septic system quote for the Reuse Center to Northland Septic Maintenance, Inc. for $25,000.00
• Reuse Center Project contract award listed as "CONTRACTOR X" for "$XXX,XXX.XX" — the agenda does not name the contractor or amount
• Conditional Use Amendment 3-CU-26 by L&K Recreation, LLC to change dock configuration and include structures built since CUP 87-40
• Preliminary plat application of West Farris by Hubbard County EDA and a plat correction for Northwoods Aero Village by Greenhead Flight Services, LLC

Planning Commission / Board of Adjustment

The Hubbard County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will meet on September 28, 2026, to review and decide on several land-use applications. These include conditional use permits, shoreland ordinance amendments, preliminary plats, minor subdivisions, and variance requests for properties near lakes in Hubbard County.

• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit 87-40 for L&K Recreation, LLC’s Birch Harbor development on Lower Bottle Lake (parcels 16.77.00100–16.77.01300)
• Proposed amendment to Shoreland Management Ordinance to add commercial business use category for recreational development lakes by Derik and Krystal Zigmund
• Preliminary plat application by Hubbard County EDA to subdivide 41.52 acres into 9 lots in Farden Township (parcel 07.14.02070)
• Minor subdivision application by Andrew Schauer to divide 52.09 acres into four tracts in Henrietta Township (parcels 13.07.00150 and 13.07.00180)
• Plat amendment for Northwoods Aero Village Outlot A corrections in Farden Township (parcel 07.58.01500)

HRA/EDA Board

The Hubbard County HRA/EDA Board will hold a public hearing on the disposition of HRA-EDA owned property, including the Third Street parcel in Park Rapids and parcels in Farden Township. The board will also review an RFP response for the Third Street property and consider authorizing an RFP for sale of parcels with a minimum price of $14,000 per acre, directing staff to negotiate with a local realtor for closing services and marketing. Consent items include approval of minutes, financial reports for DW Jones, Inc. properties, agencywide financials, paid and unpaid invoices, and entry cost assistance.

• Public hearing at 11:30 AM on disposition of HRA-EDA owned property (Third Street, Park Rapids and Farden Township parcels)
• Review of RFP response for HRA-EDA property on Third Street, Park Rapids
• Authorize RFP for sale of parcels with minimum price of $14,000 per acre
• Direct staff to negotiate with local realtor for closing services and market remaining properties
• Consent agenda includes DW Jones, Inc. property financials and agencywide financial reports

Board of Commissioners

The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners will meet to set the preliminary 2027 tax levy at $25,175,000, a 9.9% increase from 2026, and schedule a Truth in Taxation meeting for December 3, 2026. The board will also consider consent agenda items, including warrants, donations, and registrations, plus highway payments, easements, a law enforcement agreement, and benefit changes.

• Set preliminary 2027 tax levy at $25,175,000 (9.9% increase)
• Approve final payment of $9,895.44 to Gerit Hanson Contracting Inc for CSAH 45 bridge replacement
• Approve quote of $37,230.00 to Knife River for paving approach on CSAH 32 at TH 71
• Approve 2027 health coverage with Medica (39.9% renewal increase) and dental with Humana (9.8% increase)
• Approve $3,000 annually for DWI Court program expenses

Board of Commissioners Work Session

The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners will review a preliminary facility study identifying $5,027,000 in deferred maintenance over 10 years for the Government Center, Probation Area, Old Jail, and Judicial areas. They will also review and discuss the proposed 2027 budgets for the Solid Waste Department, Human Services, and the overall county budget.

• Deferred maintenance budgets: Government Center $2,100,000, Old Jail $1,346,000, Judicial $1,153,000, Probation $428,000
• Old Jail study: cells used for storage, metal bunks, peeling paint, no door handles
• Judicial area: courtrooms lack ADA access to stands, jury restrooms not ADA accessible
• Solid Waste Department 2027 Budget Report
• Human Services Budget Review

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure and facility maintenance items. Discussion includes park equipment purchases, dog park fencing, and local registrations for hemp edible retailers.

• Final payment of $7,373.74 to Northern Paving Inc. for CP 029-116-026
• MnDOT Agreement No. 1063221 for CSAH 38 Local Bridge Replacement Program
• Purchase of $7,999.00 commercial swing set and slide for Garfield Lake Park
• Oberg Fence quote of $23,082.00 for Heartland Park Dog Park fencing
• Local registration for LPHE retailers Zhateau Zorbaz Inc. and Holiday Stationstores, LLC

Planning Commission / Board of Adjustment

The Hubbard County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will meet to discuss several variance requests. The Board of Adjustment will specifically review applications regarding shoreland management, subdivision boundaries, and sewage treatment systems.

• Variance 43-V-26 (Dawn Driessen-Fox): Grading in a steep slope on Island Lake
• Variance 44-V-26 (John Carder): Grading in a steep slope on Big Mantrap Lake
• Variance 45-V-26 (William Mills Trust): Boundary line adjustment on Big Mantrap Lake
• Variance 46-V-26 (Jesseca Dekic): Lot compliance on 4th Crow Wing Lake
• Variance 47-V-26 (Sunny Shores): Subsurface sewage treatment system upgrade on Fish Hook Lake

Parks Board

The Hubbard County Parks Board will meet on August 24, 2026, to discuss the status of several park projects. The agenda includes updates on the Deep Lake Park fishing pier, Lake George Park septic issues, and the Itasca-Heartland Bike Trail. The board will also review quotes for a fence at the Heartland Park dog park and discuss the Garfield Lake Park playground.

• Fishing Pier at Deep Lake Park Complete
• Lake George Park Septic Issues and Shelter Wooden Posts
• Garfield Lake Park Playground Discussion
• Heartland Park Dog Park Fence Quotes
• Itasca-Heartland Bike Trail Updates

Board of Commissioners

The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners will consider routine consent items, including warrants, licenses, and donations, plus several action items: awarding a Reuse Center Project contract, classifying tax-forfeited lands as non-conservation, consolidating Heartland Express driver positions, contracting with MAHUBE-OTWA for homeless services, and approving a donor agreement for the Sheriff's Office. The board will also discuss an Enbridge appeal response and receive reports on the ambulance service and extension.

• Award Reuse Center Project contract (amount not specified in agenda)
• Classify 7 tax-forfeited parcels as non-conservation
• Approve On Sale/Sunday liquor license for Wonewok Conference Center LLC
• Approve Sheriff's Office donations and donor agreement with Kyle Nohre
• Approve sending op-ed on Enbridge appeal to local authorities and media

HRA/EDA Board

The Hubbard County HRA/EDA Board will meet to consider routine consent items, including approval of minutes, financial reports for DW Jones-managed properties, and payment of invoices. The board will also hold a public hearing and discuss new business, including a request for entry cost assistance, a septic improvement assistance request, and whether to renew or terminate the existing property management services agreement.

• Property Management Services: Board may renew existing agreement or terminate and issue RFP for January 1, 2027 start
• Entry Cost Assistance Request
• Review of request for Septic Improvement Assistance
• Approval of paid and unpaid invoices
• DW Jones, Inc. financial reports for June 2026 (Cornerstone, Meadow View, Meadows Edge, Regency)

Board of Commissioners Work Session

The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to receive a project update on the Law Enforcement Center (LEC) and review the proposed 2027 budget for the Highway Department. The Highway Department's budget includes $10 million in construction and maintenance projects, equipment purchases, and a parking lot resurfacing project. The board will also review the LEC's proposed 2027 budget.

• Highway Department 2027 proposed budget totals $18,217,067 in disbursements
• $10,000,000 in construction and highway maintenance projects planned for 2027
• Equipment purchases include a motor grader, tractor, and pickup
• Resurfacing of Public Works parking lot as joint project with Courthouse parking lot
• LEC project update and 2027 budget review

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review conditional use applications for a commercial planned unit development by Billion Real Estate Holdings, LLC and a county park use. The meeting also includes a preliminary budget discussion and a request for additional funds for engineering services at Lake Belle Taine.

• Conditional Use Application 1-CU-26 by Billion Real Estate Holdings, LLC for commercial planned unit development
• Conditional Use Application 2-CU-26 by Hubbard County Parks and Recreation for county park use
• Request for $24,989 low quote from Houston Engineering plus an additional $5,000 for Lake Belle Taine
• Software implementation and license agreement with Intuitive Municipal Solutions
• Proposed increase of Sheriff Department administrative staff change fund from $100 to $200

Planning Commission / Board of Adjustment

The Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will consider multiple variance requests for properties on local lakes. The body will also review a commercial planned unit development application and a proposed county park use.

• Variance requests for properties on Duck Lake, 11th Crow Wing Lake, Lake Belle Taine, and Island Lake
• Two variance requests from Hubbard County Parks and Recreation for a deck, road, and parking lot on Deep Lake
• Minor subdivision of a 19.7 acre property in Akeley Township by Craig and Angie Nelson
• Conditional use permit for a commercial planned unit development by Billion Real Estate Holdings, LLC
• Proposed amendments to Shoreland Management and Subdivision Ordinances regarding permit and plat processes

HRA/EDA Board

The Hubbard County HRA/EDA Board will review financial reports for multifamily rental properties and discuss the potential sale of property located on Third Street E in Park Rapids. The board will also address industrial park marketing.

• Potential sale of HRA-EDA property on Third Street E in Park Rapids
• Industrial Park marketing discussion
• Financial reports for Meadow View, Meadows Edge, Cornerstone, and Regency properties
• Review of paid and unpaid invoices

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review proposed policies for out-of-home placement recovery fees and ADA compliance. The meeting includes decisions on vehicle replacements and solid waste equipment procurement.

• Purchase of a roll-off ramp container from Ramp Container, LLC for $14,590.00
• Approval of a quote from Thomas Forestry to bud cap 899 acres of pine tree seedlings
• Purchase of a half-ton and one-ton pickup from Neighbors Ford
• Proposed policy for Hubbard County Out of Home Placements; Parental & Children Income Recovery Fees
• 2026 Purchase of Service Agreement with Mahube-Otwa for Chore and Homemaking Services

Board of Commissioners Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is discussing a transition to countywide property assessment to address potential shortages of local assessors by 2028. They are also reviewing a proposal to implement a new online permitting system for multiple county departments.

• Proposal to add an Assistant Director of Property Records - Assessing position for 2027
• Discussion on electing countywide assessing via board resolution to be effective in 2028
• Proposed contract with Intuitive Municipal Solutions (iMS) for online permitting software
• Plan to integrate permitting for Environmental Services, Highway, Auditor/Treasurer, and Solid Waste departments

Board of Commissioners

The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners will review a 5-year road construction proposal and a resolution to continue the Local Option Sales Tax. The board is also deciding on several infrastructure purchases and a new hosted phone system.

• 5-Year Road Construction Proposal and continuation of Local Option Sales Tax
• Purchase and installation of a 53' x 128' fabric building for $183,990.00
• Fabric building modifications at North Transfer Station for $30,725
• Chemicals to control brown knapweed from Nutrien for $9,945.96
• Proposal for a hosted voice business solution from Paul Bunyan Communications

Parks Board

The Hubbard County Parks Board will meet to establish rules for the Heartland Park Dog Park and discuss the 2027 budget. The board will also review updates for Deep Lake Park and the Heartland-Itasca Bike Trail.

• Establishment of Heartland Park Dog Park rules
• 2027 Budget discussion
• Deep Lake Park updates
• Heartland-Itasca Bike Trail discussion
• Pickleball court discussion

Planning Commission / Board of Adjustment

The Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will consider a proposal to subdivide 40 acres into seven tracts in Henrietta Township. The Board will also review multiple variance requests primarily concerning the Shoreland Management Ordinance for properties on various lakes and rivers.

• Minor Subdivision Application by Lauren Anderson to divide 40 acres into seven tracts in Henrietta Township
• Variance 7-V-26 (Stephen Kinney) for dwelling expansion in the shore impact zone on Long Lake
• Variance 8-V-26 (Jack Schroeder) for grading and vegetation removal in a bluff impact zone on Loon Lake/Lake Ida
• Variance 25-V-26 (Raymond and Linda Locke) to exceed four lots per quarter/quarter section in Todd Township
• Variance 26-V-26 (Billion Real Estate Holdings, LLC) to maintain nonconforming structures on Petit Lake and Big Mantrap Lake

County Board Of Appeals & Equalization

The Board of Commissioners is meeting as the Board of Appeals & Equalization to hear staff reports and property valuation appeals. The body will review recommendations to increase or decrease assessments based on property inspections and new valuation policies.

• Appeal #1: Recommendation to decrease value for 28606 County 109 based on interior inspection
• Appeal #2: Recommendation for no change to value for 24327 County 9 regarding a storage shed on skids
• Appeal #3: Recommendation to remove three old outbuildings from valuation for 19261 185th Avenue
• Appeal #4: Proposal to implement new valuation policy for parcels 0.33 acres or less for TBD Chippewa Loop
• Appeal #5: Recommendation to reduce value for 18105 County 40 by applying a 25% lakeshore quality reduction

HRA/EDA Board

The Hubbard County HRA/EDA Board will discuss engineering services for County 101 improvements and provide input for a 2.0 Opportunity Zone census tract. The board will also decide on the disposition of sale proceeds and review financial reports for multifamily apartments.

• Proposal from WSN for engineering services for County 101 Improvements and Industrial Park
• Input for census tract designation as a 2.0 Opportunity Zone
• Selection of one of four options for Sale Proceeds Disposition
• Approval of paid and unpaid invoices
• Review of DW Jones financial reports for multifamily apartments

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss the Deep Lake Park Environmental Assessment Worksheet and a cooperative agreement for the Heartland-Itasca State Bike Trail. The meeting includes decisions on road improvements, timber appraisals, and several retail registrations for hemp edibles.

• Low quote from Gladen Construction for Middle LaSalle County Forest Road Improvement Project
• Approval of 9 timber appraisals for a July 6, 2026 auction
• Heartland-Itasca Phase 2 cooperative agreement for 2.2 miles of trail construction
• Retail registrations for Orton Motor Inc., Beehive Off Sale Liquors, Inc., and Black Dog Ventures, Inc.
• Resolution for Hubbard County Heartland Express 2027 Public Transit Operating Grant

Board of Commissioners Work Session

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several Environmental Services budget topics for the 2027 cycle, including software replacement and staffing. The session also includes a project update and tour of the LEC Admin Space.

• Proposal to levy for E911 addressing costs instead of collecting fees
• Proposed additional Environmental Specialist position and truck for SSTS inspections
• Discussion of 50% reduction in State AIS funding beginning July 2027
• Proposal to give Planning Commission final approval authority for Conditional Use Permits
• Evaluation of new permitting software for Highway, Solid Waste, and A/T departments

Board of Commissioners

The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including warrants, donations, a fireworks permit, and election board setup. Major highway actions include awarding a $1,206,418.45 contract to Gladen Construction Inc. for CP 029-030-021, approving a $71,391.11 final payment, and awarding two other projects to the lowest responsible bidder. The board will also review resolutions for tax-forfeited land apportionment, a Legacy grant for Deep Lake Park Phase 2, and a MnDOT transit agreement.

• Award CP 029-030-021 to Gladen Construction Inc. for $1,206,418.45
• Approve final payment of $71,391.11 to Gladen Construction Inc. for SAP 029-607-007 & SAP 029-640-012
• Approve resolution for 2026 State of Minnesota Boat and Water Safety Grant
• Approve Legacy Grant funding resolution for Deep Lake Park Phase 2 from GMRPTC
• Approve application for July 4 fireworks display by PC Pyrotechnics at Lake Belle Taine

Parks Board

The Parks Board will meet to discuss updates for several county parks and trails. The agenda includes discussions on specific park improvements and potential expansions.

• Garfield Lake Park discussion
• Heartland Park Dog Park
• Deep Lake Park updates
• Heartland-Itasca Bike Trail updates
• Pickleball court expansion and disc golf nets at Lake George Park

HRA/EDA Board

The Hubbard County HRA/EDA Board will discuss splitting a Farden Development parcel into lots for sale. The board is also considering a $3,500 quote for a study on individual residence temperature controls at Regency.

• Proposal to split parcel 07.14.02070 into lots for sale (Farden Development)
• Proposed $3,500 quote for CMTA to study Regency heating system temperature controls
• Approval of paid and unpaid bills

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a five-year construction program and a local option sales tax. Other items include approving home health services and landscaping for the Public Works building.

• Public hearing for five-year CSAH & CR Construction Program and local option sales tax
• Landscaping quote from Flying W Gardens of Park Rapids for $10,340.20
• 2026 Purchase of Services Agreement with North Star Nursing
• Waste Hauler License for 2 B Recycling & Dumpster
• Write-off request for invoice #309 in the amount of $2,240.00