Isanti County, Minnesota
Recent meetings
Tue Jul 21, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
Isanti County Board to set public hearing for Lake Improvement District
The Board of Commissioners will discuss establishing a Lake Improvement District on Paul and Elins Lake. The meeting also includes reviews of personnel actions, zoning recommendations, and a contract for parking lot rehabilitation.
- Public hearing to establish a Lake Improvement District on Paul and Elins Lake
- Contract No. 2608 for Government Center Parking Lot Rehab
- Final Plat for Rhoades Acres
- CMJTS Amendment with the Opioid Settlement Agreement
- Planning Commission recommendations from July 8, 2026
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. – Review Claims and Warrants: Alan/Kristi
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve July 21, 2026, County Board Agenda
2. Set a Public Hearing to Establish a Lake Improvement District on Paul and Elins Lake
B. Consent Agenda
1. Approve the July 7, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve Personnel Action Items
3. Approve Personnel Committee Recommendations
4. Acceptance of Donations to Isanti County
5. Approve Final Plat for Rhoades Acres
6. Approve Utility Permits
7. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. Isanti County Health and Human Services Consent Agenda
1. CMJTS Amendment with the Opioid Settlement Agreement
2. Approve Isanti County Health and Human Services Claims and Vouchers
D. Jodi Donnay, Isanti County Health and Human Services Director
1. Region 7E AMHI and Isanti County Public Health
E. Dan Lakeberg, Facilities Manager
1. Approve Contract No. 2608 for Government Center Parking Lot Rehab
F. Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator
1. Approve Planning Commission Recommendations from the July 8, 2026, Meeting
G. Miscellaneous
H. Adjourn
Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission subcommittee to hold zoning ordinance working session
The Isanti County Planning Commission Subcommittee is holding a working session to discuss three specific ordinances. No final decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Discussion of the Subdivision Ordinance
- Discussion on the Shoreland Model Ordinance
- Discussion of the Contractor’s Yard Ordinance
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ZONING OFFICE ISANTI Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
GovernmentCenter Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
555 — 18” Avenue Southwest Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Cambridge, MN 55008 Steve Foobed aioe ae
763-689-5165 Joe Willaert, Wetland Specialist
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Tricia Anderson, Administrative Assistant
Isanti County Planning Commission Subcommittee
Zoning Ordinance Amendments
Working Session July 15, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Isanti County Government Center
Upstairs Training Room
1. Discussion of the Subdivision Ordinance.
2. Discussion on the Shoreland Model Ordinance.
3. Discussion of the Contractor’s Yard Ordinance.
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Trina Bergloff
Zoning Administrator
Tue Jul 14, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Isanti County committee discusses highway plan and data centers
The Committee of the Whole will review a highway department communication plan and discuss data centers. The meeting also includes an update on a regional jail meeting and miscellaneous business.
- Highway Department Communication Plan
- Discussion on Data Centers
- Update on Regional Jail Meeting
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Committee of the Whole Agenda
July 14, at 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. Highway Department Communication Plan – Megan Livgard, Kraus Anderson
9:20 a.m. Discussion on Data Centers – Requested by Commissioner Christensen
9:45 a.m. Update on Regional Jail Meeting – Commissioner Duff
9:55 a.m. Miscellaneous
10:00 a.m. Adjourn
Wed Jul 8, 2026
Planning Commission
Isanti County Planning Commission to hear preliminary plats and permits
The Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 8, 2026, to consider preliminary plats for three subdivisions and requests for zoning permits, including a rural tourism event center and a short-term rental.
- Preliminary plat for Braham Compost Site
- Preliminary plat for Rolling Ponds Second Addition
- Preliminary plat for Porters Plot
- Conditional Use Permit for rural tourism event center
- Interim Use Permit for short-term rental
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
June 18, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room of the Isanti County Government
Center, 555 18th Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Thomas Hesselroth, 201 Broadway Avenue S, PO Box 521, Braham, MN 55006 to present a
preliminary plat of Braham Compost Site. Legal description is Pt of the NE ¼ of the SW ¼ of Section 1,
Township 37, Range 23, Stanchfield Township.
2. The request of Thomas & Maryann Stoeckel, 26514 Dolphin Street NW, Zimmerman, MN 55398 to
present a preliminary plat of Rolling Ponds Second Addition. Legal description is Outlots A, B, C, D and
E of Rolling Ponds; the NW ¼ of the NE ¼ of Section 8, excepting the N 400’ of E 545’ of W 995’ of the
NW ¼ of the NE ¼ of Section 8, Township 34, Range 25, Stanford Township.
3. The request of Anthony & Andrea Slagle, 5758 Peterson Trail NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 and Jerry & Kim
Stark, 26525 Xkimo Avenue, Webster, MN 55088 to present a preliminary plat of Porters Plot. Legal
description is Pt of the E ½ of the NE ¼ of Section 7, Township 35, Range 22, North Branch Township.
4. The request of Linda Larrabee & Josh & Christina Larrabee, 7645 269th Ave NE Stacy, MN 55079 for a
Conditional Use Permit for a Rural Tourism request to operate an event center for wedding venues and
events. Legal description is the SE
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
County board to discuss 2027 budget and approve final plats
The Isanti County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve final plats for several developments, approve personnel actions, and discuss 2027 budget goals. The board will also hold a public hearing on a proposed wheelage tax increase.
- Approve Final Plats for Maple Ridge Pines, Gracie Acres, and Black Fox Farm
- Public Hearing on Proposed Wheelage Tax Increase
- Approve BNSF Construction and Maintenance Agreement
- Approve 2026-2027 Portable Restroom Contract
- Approve Second Half Payments of Appropriations to Community Organizations
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, July 7th, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
There will not be a Community Health Board Meeting held on the morning of Tuesday, July 7th, 2026.
Will plan to host an August Community Health Board Meeting on Tuesday, August 4th, 2026, at 9:00
am.
Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. – Review Claims and Warrants: Todd/Alan
No Community Health Board Meeting
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve the July 7, 2026, County Board Agenda
2. Approve Personnel Committee Recommendations
3. Discuss 2027 Budget Goals and Objectives
B. Consent Agenda
1. Approve the June 16, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve the June 23, 2026, Special Meeting of the County Board Minutes
3. Approve Personnel Action Items
4. Approve Final Plat for Maple Ridge Pines
5. Approve Final Plat for Gracie Acres
6. Approve Final Plat for Black Fox Farm
7. Dalbo Township Cleanup Day Reimbursement
8. Approve the Long Lake Improvement Association Application for Exempt Gambling
9. Approve the Rush City Sno-Bugs Premises Permit Application for Gambling
10. Approve the Little Wilderness Applicat
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff; Commissioners Westerberg, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, H Sward, A Larson, J Donnay (Reporters Stickles and Wagner)
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. No public comment was made.
26/07-01 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the July 7, 2026, County
Board Agenda , with the addition of item A -4 Commissioner Committee Reports . Motion carried
unanimously.
O0o At this time, Amanda Usher and the Board of Commissioners discussed the 2027 budget goals and
objectives.
O0o Commissioner Committee Reports
26/07-02 Motion by Berg, seconded by Westerberg to approve the Personnel Committee
recommendations for Justin Bergerson to enter an agreement/contract with Mille Lacs County to provide
interim Highway Engineer services. The agreement will terminate no later than December 31, 2026, or 30
days following Mille Lacs County’s hiring of a permanent County Engineer. Motion carried unanimously.
26/07-03 Motion by Berg, seconded by Westerberg to approve the consent agenda as follows:
1. Approve the June 16, 2026, County Board M
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Tue Jul 7, 2026
Community Health Board
July 7 Community Health Board meeting cancelled
The Isanti County Community Health Board will not hold its scheduled meeting on July 7, 2026. The next meeting is planned for August 4, 2026, at 9:00 am.
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, July 7th, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
There will not be a Community Health Board Meeting held on the morning of Tuesday, July 7th,
2026. Will plan to host an August Community Health Board Meeting on Tuesday, August 4th,
2026, at 9:00 am.
Tue Jun 23, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commissions
Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss potential park additions
The commission will review budget reports and discuss potential land acquisitions for Maple Ridge Park Preserve and Becklin Park. The meeting also includes updates on the Springvale Development Grant and maintenance projects at Dalbo Park.
- Potential acquisition of 120 acres for Maple Ridge Park Preserve
- Potential acquisition of land for Becklin Park
- Springvale Development Grant update
- Pine tree thinning at Dalbo Park
- Restroom rental contract
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ISANTI COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026
WAYSIDE PRAIRIE COUNTY PARK
27800 VERDIN ST NW, MN 55040
Proposed Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Public Comment
C. Approval of Agenda
D. Approve Minutes of May 26th, 2026 Meeting
E. Up-to-Date Budget Report through May 2026
F. Bills & Invoices
G. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events
2. Nyman Park Trails & Blinds
3. Park Visitor Counts
H. Other Business
1. Springvale Development Grant
2. Park Reserve Fund – Sources of Revenue
3. Maple Ridge Park Preserve – Potential Addition
4. Becklin Park – Potential Addition
5. Dalbo Park – Pine Tree Thinning
6. Flock Security Cameras
7. Restroom Rental Contract
8. Per Diems
I. Next Meeting – July 28th, 2026 – 5:00 pm
J. Adjourn
DRAFT – THESE MINUTES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – May 26th, 2026 - 5:00 P.M.
BECKLIN HOMESTEAD COUNTY PARK
34605 HOLLY ST NW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Tom Schibilla, Adam Curtis, Bill Berg (phone), Carol
Urness, Bob Betsinger, Kathy Bowlin, Luke Merrill
Voting Members Absent: Bob Shogren, Amy Peterson
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Blom
B. Public Comment – None
C. Agenda – Schibilla motioned, Urness seconded to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.
D. Minutes – Merrill motioned, Bowlin seconded to
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
Isanti County Board to discuss Opportunity Zones application
The Isanti County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss an Opportunity Zones application. The board will also receive a predesign update on the Highway Building from Oertel Architects.
- Discussion regarding Opportunity Zones application
- Highway Building predesign update by Andrew Cooper of Oertel Architects
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✓ Decided: Isanti County Board denies Opportunity Zone application request
The Isanti County Board of Commissioners met on June 23, 2026. The Board voted unanimously to deny a request to apply for a federally designated Opportunity Zone in Isanti County. Additionally, Andrew Cooper of Oertel Architects provided an update regarding the Highway Department predesign report.
- Approved the June 23, 2026, County Board Agenda
- Denied the request to apply for a federally designated Opportunity Zone in Isanti County
- Adjourned the meeting at 10:48 a.m.
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Special Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve June 23, 2026, County Board Agenda
2. Discussion Regarding Opportunity Zones Application
B. Highway Building Predesign Update, Andrew Cooper – Oertel Architects
C. Miscellaneous
D. Adjourn
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Special Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff; Commissioners Westerberg, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe
Members Absent: Commissioner Bill Berg
Others Present: J Edblad, H Sward, J Bergerson, D Lakeberg
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of
Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. No public comment was made.
26/06-26 Motion by Christensen , seconded by Duff , to approve the June 23, 2026, County Board
Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
26/06-27 Motion by Christensen , seconded by Westerberg , to deny the request to apply for a
federally designated Opportunity Zone in Isanti County. Motion carried unanimously.
O0o At this time, Andrew Cooper with Oertel Architects provided an update on the Highway Department
predesign report.
26/06-28 Motion by Duff, seconded by Christensen, to adjourn (10:48 a.m.). Motion carried
unanimously.
Amanda Usher, County Administrator
Alan Duff, County Board Chairperson By: Connie Kitner, Administrative Assistant III
Wed Jun 17, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning commission to discuss shoreland and tourism zoning rules
The Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a working session to discuss proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, specifically focusing on the Shoreland Model Ordinance and rural tourism.
- Discussion on the Shoreland Model Ordinance
- Discussion of Rural Tourism
- Zoning Ordinance Amendments
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Isanti County Planning Commission Subcommittee
Zoning Ordinance Amendments
Working Session June 17, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Isanti County Government Center
Upstairs Training Room
1. Discussion on the Shoreland Model Ordinance.
2. Discussion of the Rural Tourism.
Trina Bergloff
Zoning Administrator
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 – 18th Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Tricia Anderson, Administrative Assistant
Tue Jun 16, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
Board to discuss highway building funding, set public hearing for July 7
The board will discuss funding options for a highway building project and set a public hearing for July 7, 2026. They will also consider an Opportunity Zones application, approve multiple final plats for subdivisions, and vote on renewing liquor licenses. Other items include contract amendments for health and human services and a videographer purchase using opioid settlement funds.
- Discussion of highway building funding and setting a public hearing for July 7
- Opportunity Zones application
- Approval of final plats for GHC Meadows, Old House Hill, Reliable Land & Trust LLC, Reimann's Rolling Acres, and Heather Meadows North
- Purchase of videographer services utilizing opioid settlement funds
- Liquor license annual renewals for township businesses
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. – Review Claims and Warrants: Steve/Todd
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
P
ublic Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve June 16, 2026, County Board Agenda
2. Discussion Regarding Honoring the United States Semi-quincentennial
3. Set Special Meeting of the Board of Commissioners for June 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
4. Opportunity Zones Application
B. Consent Agenda
1. Approve the June 2nd, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve Personnel Action Items
3. Acceptance of Donations to Isanti County
4. Approve Wyanett Township Cleanup Day
5. Approve Bradford Township Cleanup Day
6. Approve Athens Township Cleanup Day
7. Approve Final Plat for GHC Meadows
8. Approve Final Plat for Old House Hill
9. Approve Final Plat for Reliable Land & Trust LLC
10. Approve Final Plat for Reimann’s Rolling Acres
11. Approve Final Plat for Heather Meadows North
12. Approve Liquor License Annual Renewals
13. Approve Utility Permits
14. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. Kanko Akakpovi, Regional U of M Extension Director
1. Isanti County Extension Update
D. Katie Hagen, U of M Extension ANR Educator
1. Presentation of the Isanti County Farm Family of the Year Award
E. Isanti County Health and Human Services Consent Ag
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff; Commissioners Westerberg, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, T Nelson, H Sward, A Larson (Reporters Stickles and Wagner)
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. Public comment was made.
26/06-13 Motion by Berg , seconded by Christensen, to approve the June 16, 2026, County Board
Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
O0o At this time, the Commissioners discussed honoring the United States Semi-quincentennial.
O0o At this time, the Opportunity Zones Application was discussed and was tabled for the June 23,
2026, Special Meeting of the Board of Commissioners.
26/06-14 Motion by Berg, seconded by LaRowe to approve the consent agenda as follows:
1. June 2, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary.
2. Personnel Action Items : New Employee Hires : Ratify the hire of Elisabeth King, full -time
Social Worker, effective June 10, 2026. Ratify the hire of Maurits Boon van Ostade, full-time,
non-benefit eligible, Temporary Graduate Law Clerk, effective June 22, 2026. Employee
Terminations/Resignations: Approve the separation of employment of Jacklyn Lug
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission hearing on five zoning requests including two plats and three permits
The Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 11, 2026, to consider five land-use requests. These include two preliminary plats (Maple Ridge Pines and Black Fox Farm), an interim use permit for a Limited Rural Business selling utility trailers, a conditional use permit for a Rural Tourism wedding venue, and an interim use permit for a short-term rental. The meeting will be held in the County Board Room at 555 18th Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN.
- Reliable Land & Trust LLC/Jim Olson: preliminary plat of Maple Ridge Pines in Maple Ridge Township.
- Brian Beaufeaux: preliminary plat of Black Fox Farm in Isanti Township.
- Ryan Osborne: interim use permit for a Limited Rural Business to sell utility trailers in Cambridge Township.
- Linda Larrabee & Josh & Christina Larrabee: conditional use permit for Rural Tourism event center in Oxford Township.
- Scott & Karen Nelson: interim use permit for a short-term rental in Springvale Township.
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Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossman, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Tricia Anderson, Administrative Assistant
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 — 18 Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax va
www.co.isanti.mn.us COUNTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
May 21, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday,
June 11, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room of the Isanti County Government Center, 555 18"
Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Reliable Land & Trust LLCJJim Olson, PO Box 32, Cambridge, MN 55008 to present a
preliminary plat of Maple Ridge Pines. Legal description is the NW % of the NE %, N % of the SW % of
the NE % and Pt of the S % of the SW % of the NE % of Section 32, Township 37, Range 24, Maple Ridge
Township.
2. The request of Brian Beaufeaux, 30589 University Avenue NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 (property
address), 64316 Lake Lena Road, Hinckley, MN 55037 to present a preliminary plat of Black Fox Farm.
Legal description is Pt SW % of the NW % & Pt Govt Lot 6 of Section 18, Township 35, Range 23, Isanti
Township.
3. The request of Ryan Osborne, 35199 Quincy Drive NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 for an interim use permit
for a L
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Thu Jun 11, 2026
Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment to hear three setback variance requests on June 11
The Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on June 11, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. in the County Board Room. The board will consider three requests for variances from required setbacks: an entry canopy for Word of Life Ministries at County Road 6 NW, a cabin elevation for Anthony Helgeson at Francis Lake Shores, and a garage for Renae Hauge at Carr Street NW. Each request seeks relief from setback rules related to road right‑of‑way, lake high‑water marks, or property lines.
- Word of Life Ministries & Vern Peltz request an entry canopy with less than the required setback from the State Highway 95 right‑of‑way (3640 County Road 6 NW, Stanchfield).
- Anthony Helgeson request to raise an existing cabin with less than the required setback from the ordinary high watermark of Francis Lake and from a Township Road right‑of‑way (29438 Francis Lake Drive NW, Isanti).
- Renae Hauge request to construct a garage with less than the required setback from the ordinary high watermark, the south property line, and a private road easement (27340 Carr Street NW, Zimmerman).
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Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Trica Anderson, Administrative Assistant
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 — 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
* www.co.isanti.mn.us
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
May 20, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Board. of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Thursday,
June 11, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. In the County Board Room at the Isanti County Government Center, 555
18th Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Word of Life Ministries of Louisville Inc. & Vern Peltz, 3640 County Road 6 NW,
Stanchfield, MN 55080 to construct an entry with a canopy with less than the required setback
from the road right of way of State Highway 95. Legal description is Pt NE 4 of the NW ‘A of
Section 27, Township 36, Range 25, Wyanett Township.
2. The request of Anthony Helgeson, 200 18" Avenue NE, Blaine, MN 55434 (Property Address:
29438 Francis Lake Drive NW, Isanti, MN 55040) to raise an existing cabin with less than the
required setback from the ordinary high watermark of the lake and to be less than the required
setback from the road right of way of a Township Road on an undersized lot. Legal description
is Lot 17 and N % of
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
Public Health Commission
Commission will approve March 10th minutes and discuss health funding updates
The Public Health Commission will approve the minutes from its March 10, 2026 meeting. It will review the 2026 Public Health Awards process and plan for the 2027 awards during National Public Health Week. Updates will be provided on family home visiting, staffing, cannabis prevention grants, opioid settlement, and COVID‑19 funding which ended March 31, 2026. The meeting will end with general questions and set the next meeting for September 8, 2026.
- Approve minutes of March 10, 2026 meeting
- Review 2026 Public Health Awards process and 2027 award schedule
- Family Home Visiting status update
- Opioid Settlement updates
- COVID‑19 funding sunset as of March 31, 2026
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Isanti County Public Health Commission
Tuesday, June 9th, 2026/4:30-6:00 pm.
Isanti County Health and Human Services
Conference Room A
Agenda
I. Call Meeting to Order
II. Introductions of Commission Members
III. Approving the minutes of March 10th, 2026, Meeting
IV. Review of the 2026 Public Health Awards Process
a. Things to consider/discuss application, qualifications, scoring, etc.
b. 2027 Public Health Awards – April 5th-11th, 2027 is National Public Health Week.
Awards will be presented on Tuesday, April 6th, 2027, at the monthly Community
Health Board Meeting.
V. Family Home Visiting – Status Update with Joan Schleicher, PHN Lead
VI. Public Health Staffing Updates
VII. Cannabis Substance Use Prevention Gant Updates
VIII. Opioid Settlement Updates
IX. Public Health Funding Updates:
a. COVID funding – sunsetted March 31st, 2026
X. General Questions and Idea Sharing to support the Health of Isanti County
XI. Next meeting – Tuesday, September 8th, 2026/4:30-6:00 pm. Oakview Conference Room
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XII. Adjourn
Tue Jun 9, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Isanti County discusses park land acquisition and corrections plan
The Committee of the Whole will review an update to the Community Corrections Plan. Members will also discuss the potential acquisition of land for a park.
- Community Corrections Plan update
- Discussion on potential Park land acquisition
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Committee of the Whole Agenda
June 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. Community Corrections Plan Update – Tim MacMillan
9:15 a.m. Discussion on potential Park land acquisition – Barry Wendorf
9:55 a.m. Miscellaneous
10:00 a.m. Adjourn
Tue Jun 2, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
County board to approve contracts and personnel actions
The Isanti County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the agenda, review surveyor proposals, and consider personnel actions, contracts, and grants. The meeting also includes a public comment session.
- Review County Surveyor Proposals and Award Contract
- Approve Personnel Action Items
- Approve Claims and Warrants
- Approve MnDOT LRIP Grant Agreement
- Approve Liquor License Annual Renewals
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✓ Decided: County approves $1.19 M road contract and $1 M state grant
The Board unanimously approved a $1,194,902.06 contract to pave and improve CSAH 5 and accepted a $1,000,000 Local Road Improvement Fund grant. It also approved multiple utility permits, a $279,796.04 claims and warrants payment, and contract amendments for health and human services. Additional actions included awarding the County Surveyor contract to KLD Surveyors, funding park lighting at Springvale County Park, and renewing liquor licenses for 2026‑2027.
- Approved $1,194,902.06 road construction contract for CSAH 5 (unanimous)
- Approved $1,000,000 Local Road Improvement Fund grant resolution (unanimous)
- Approved multiple utility permits for fiber optic and energy lines (unanimous)
- Approved Claims and Warrants payment totaling $279,796.04 (unanimous)
- Approved contract amendments for Region 7E health services (unanimous)
- Awarded County Surveyor contract to KLD Surveyors (unanimous)
- Approved $13,508.07 electrical work at Springvale County Park picnic shelter (unanimous)
- Approved annual liquor license renewals for 2026‑2027 (unanimous)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF May 5th, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. OPIOID FUNDED PROJECT-CENTERAL MINNESOTA JOBS AND TRAINING SERVICES-PROJECT:
Isanti County Recovery Initiative – Christian Anderson and Joe Sharpe
IV. ICSURN – ISANTI COUNTY SUBSTANCE USE RESPONSE NETWORK AND THE OPIOID COUNCIL
– Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. – Review Claims and Warrants: Bill/Steve
9:00 a.m. – Community Health Board
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 9:15 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve the June 2, 2026, County Board Agenda
2. Review County Surveyor Proposals and Award Contract
3. Commissioner Committee Reports
B. Consent Agenda
1. Approve the May 19, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve Personnel Action Items
3. Cambridge Drift Dusters Application to Conduct Off-Site Gambling
4. Approve Utility Permits
5. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. Isanti County Health and Human Services Consent Agenda
1. Approve the Contract Amendment Between Isanti County HHS, Act
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 9:15 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff; Commissioners Westerberg, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, H Sward, J Donnay, A Larson (Reporters Stickles and Wagner)
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. No public comment was made.
26/06-01 Motion by Christensen , seconded by Westerberg, to approve the June 2, 2026, County
Board Agenda with the modification to move items A2 and A3 to be discussed after item D. Motion carried
unanimously.
26/06-02 Motion by Berg, seconded by LaRowe to approve the consent agenda as follows:
1. May 19, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary.
2. Personnel Action Items: New Employee Hires: Ratify the hire of Tyler Malikowski, full-time
Deputy Sheriff, effective May 28, 2026. Employee Change from Probationary Period to
Regular Status : Approve the regular full -time status of Chrisitan Guerin, Social Worker,
effective June 2, 2026. Approve the regular full-time status of Hannah Husom, Social Worker,
effective June 2, 2026. Employee Terminations/Resignations: Accept the resignation of Marin
Kolstad, full-time Assistant County Attorney I, effective
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Community Health Board
Community Health Board to hear opioid project updates
The Isanti County Community Health Board will review an opioid-funded recovery initiative presented by Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services. The board will also receive an update on the Isanti County Substance Use Response Network and the Opioid Council. Routine items include approving the previous meeting's minutes.
- Opioid-funded project: Isanti County Recovery Initiative presentation by Christian Anderson and Joe Sharpe
- Update on Isanti County Substance Use Response Network (ICSURN) and Opioid Council by Mo Spike
- Approval of minutes from May 5, 2026 meeting
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✓ Decided: Board voted to end the Opioid Council and launch the new ICSURN network
The board unanimously approved its agenda and the May 5th meeting minutes. It then voted to dissolve the existing Opioid Council and create the Isanti County Substance Use Response Network (ICSURN), which will meet quarterly. The meeting adjourned unanimously.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved May 5th minutes (unanimous)
- Ended Opioid Council and established ICSURN (unanimous)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF May 5th, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. OPIOID FUNDED PROJECT-CENTERAL MINNESOTA JOBS AND TRAINING SERVICES-PROJECT:
Isanti County Recovery Initiative – Christian Anderson and Joe Sharpe
IV. ICSURN – ISANTI COUNTY SUBSTANCE USE RESPONSE NETWORK AND THE OPIOID COUNCIL
– Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
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MINUTES FOR THE APRIL MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
Members Present: Commissioners Berg, Duff, Christensen, Westerberg, LaRowe
Members Absent: None
I. CALL TO ORDER — APPROVE AGENDA
Motion by Duff, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the June 2nd, 2026, Community Health Board Agenda.
Motion carried unanimously.
Il. APPROVE MINUTES FROM THE MAY 5th, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
Motion by Berg, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the May 5th, 2026, Community Health Board Meeting
Minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
IIL. OPIOID FUNDED PROJECT — CENTRAL MINNESOTA JOBS AND TRAINING SERVICES PROJECT
Christian Anderson and Joe Sharpe with Minnesota Jobs and Training Services provided an update on the
project that has been taking place with the use of the Opioid Grant funds. They have been working on
marketing, recruiting and outreach with flyers and social media to local treatment centers, schools and
businesses to get the word out for their program. The goal was to have 20 individuals registered for the
weeklong training and to move on to employment. There were over 50 inquiries, and locally 19 people
registered. 17 people completed the weeklong training and moved on to the next phase of the State
Certification test. 9 people so far have passed the exam. 12 of the individuals have found employment, 2 of
which are employed in the CPRS role. The program also has provided 236 students in high
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Tue May 26, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commissions
Potential addition of Maple Ridge Park Preserve to county park system
The Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss adding Maple Ridge Park Preserve and Becklin Park to the county park system. It will also consider the Springvale Development Grant and review the up‑to‑date budget report through April 2026. Additional items include program updates, spring burn season, and per diem policies.
- Springvale Development Grant
- Maple Ridge Park Preserve – Potential addition
- Becklin Park – Potential addition
- Up‑to‑date budget report through April 2026
- Per diems
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✓ Decided: Parks Commission approves May bills, budget, and Becklin Park acquisition
The commission approved the April 2026 budget report and the May bills and invoices totaling $66,104.94. It also voted to pursue the acquisition of Becklin Park. Earlier agenda and minutes items were approved as well.
- Approved amended agenda (motion carried)
- Approved April 28th Park Board minutes (motion carried)
- Approved April 2026 Budget Report (motion carried)
- Approved May bills & invoices ($66,104.94) (motion carried)
- Approved pursuit of Becklin Park acquisition (motion carried)
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ISANTI COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
BECKLIN HOMESTEAD COUNTY PARK
34605 HOLLY ST NW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Proposed Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Public Comment
C. Approval of Agenda
D. Approve Minutes of April 28th, 2026 Meeting
E. Up-to-Date Budget Report through April 2026
F. Bills & Invoices
G. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events
2. Spring Burn Season
3. Nyman Park Trails & Blinds
4. Black Tern Nesting Platforms
5. Drinking Fountains
6. Storm Reimbursement – State Disaster Assistance Revenue
7. Park Visitor Counts
H. Other Business
1. Springvale Development Grant
2. Maple Ridge Park Preserve – Potential Addition
3. Becklin Park – Potential Addition
4. Per Diems
I. Next Meeting – June 23rd, 2026 – 5:00 pm
J. Adjourn
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – May 26th, 2026 - 5:00 P.M.
BECKLIN HOMESTEAD COUNTY PARK
34605 HOLLY ST NW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Tom Schibilla, Adam Curtis, Bill Berg (phone), Carol
Urness, Bob Betsinger, Kathy Bowlin, Luke Merrill
Voting Members Absent: Bob Shogren, Amy Peterson
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Blom
B. Public Comment – None
C. Agenda – Schibilla motioned, Urness seconded to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.
D. Minutes – Merrill motioned, Bowlin seconded to approve the April 28th Park Board Minutes. Motion carried.
E. Budget Report – Schibilla motioned, Urness seconded to approve April 2026 Budget Report. Motion
carried. Director will inquire about Tax Forfeiture Dollars.
F. Bills & Invoices – Merrill motioned, Curtis seconded to approve bills & invoices for the month of May
($66,104.94). Motion carried.
G. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events – The annual Spring Bird Hike on May 9th at Anderson Park was well attended
with 26 people and 46 bird species identified . 5th Grade Conservation Day at Becklin Park on May
15th was a great day with beautiful weather. Little Wilderness will be holding day camps the week of
June 15th at various Isanti County Parks.
2. Spring Burn Season – Completed prescribed burns across 13 units totaling 108 acres.
3. Nyman Park Trails & Blinds – Quote from DW Companies for trail work
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Tue May 19, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
County to consider zoning changes and parking lot replacement bids
The Isanti County Board will consider three zoning ordinance amendments and award a contract for a Government Center parking lot replacement. The meeting also includes approval of personnel actions, utility permits, and claims.
- Consider amending zoning from Agriculture/Residential to Business District
- Consider amending zoning ordinance regarding transfer of development rights
- Consider amending zoning ordinance permitted uses for cemeteries and parks
- Approve advertising for bids for Government Center parking lot replacement
- Approve Central Square Pro Suite Contract
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✓ Decided: Board approved zoning change to Business District for property in Section 34
The Isanti County Board voted 4‑0 to amend the zoning of a parcel in Section 34 from Agriculture/Residential to Business District. It also approved a $4,362,930.10 pavement‑preservation contract with Hawkinson Construction and a $4,000 federal boating patrol grant. The board accepted authority to implement the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act for the City of Cambridge and authorized equipment disposal with an estimated $20,000 revenue.
- Approved zoning amendment to Business District for property in Section 34 (4‑0, LaRowe abstained)
- Approved $4,362,930.10 contract with Hawkinson Construction for highway pavement preservation (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order No. 3 ($10,418.70) and engineering amendment ($32,783.00) for CSAH 5 project (unanimous)
- Authorized Highway Department equipment disposal via auction, sealed bid, trade‑in or sale, total estimated revenue $20,000 (unanimous)
- Accepted $4,000 Federal Boating Patrol Supplemental Grant for water enforcement (unanimous)
- Approved 5‑year data conversion and implementation contract with Central Square for CAD/RMS/Mobile (unanimous)
- Approved Wetland Conservation Act administration resolution for City of Cambridge (unanimous)
- Approved request to present preliminary plats for Bobby Joe's Corner, GHC Meadows, and Reimann’s Rolling Acres (unanimous)
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. – Review Claims and Warrants: Kristi/Bill
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve the May 19, 2026, County Board Agenda
2. Commissioner Committee Assignment
B. Consent Agenda
1. Approve the May 5, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve Personnel Action Items
3. Approve Personnel Committee Recommendations
4. Approve the Acceptance of Donations to Isanti County
5. Sons of American Legion Post 290, Inc. Application to Conduct Bingo
6. Approve Utility Permits
7. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. HHS Consent Agenda
1. Approve Isanti County Health and Human Services Payments and Vouchers
D. Dan Lakeberg, Facilities Manager
1. Approve the Request to Advertise for Bids for the Parking Lot Replacement at the Government Center
E. Justin Bergerson, Isanti County Highway Engineer
1. Review Contract No. 2601 & 2602 Bids & Award Contract
2. CSAH 5 Roundabout - SAP 303-605-037
3. Declaration of Surplus Highway Department Property
F. Public Hearing (9:30 a.m.) – Consider Amending Zoning from Agriculture/Residential to Business District
G. Public Hearing (9:45 a.m.) – Consider Amending Zoning Ordinance Section 6, Subdivision
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff; Commissioners Westerberg, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, H Sward, J Donnay (Reporters Stickles and Wagner)
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. No public comment was made.
26/05-08 Motion by Berg , seconded by Christensen, to approve the May 19, 2026, County Board
Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
26/05-09 Motion by Berg , seconded by Christensen to approve the change in Commissioner
Committee Assignments. The Safety Committee will now be Westerb erg as primary and Christensen as
alternate. Motion carried unanimously.
26/05-10 Motion by Berg, seconded by Christensen to approve the consent agenda as follows:
1. May 5, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary.
2. Personnel Action Items: New Employee Hires: Ratify the hire of Lance Mathiason, full -time
Cash Management Coordinator, effective May 18, 2026. Ratify the hire of Tobias Acero ,
Seasonal Highway Engineering Intern, effective May 18, 2026. Ratify the hire of Emma Patten,
Seasonal Highway Laborer, effective June 1, 2026. Employee Change from Probationary
Period to Re
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Thu May 14, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission will consider amendment to Contractor’s Yard definition in zoning ordinance
The Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on May 14, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room. The meeting will include presentations of preliminary plats for several land parcels and a request for an interim use permit for a limited rural business. Commissioners will also consider amending the County Zoning Ordinance’s Contractor’s Yard definition and related interim‑use rules. A discussion of the Rural Tourism Ordinance is also on the agenda.
- Preliminary plat presentation for Bobby Joe’s Corner – Robert & Roxanne Ouradnik, 9228 285th Ave NE, North Branch
- Preliminary plat presentation for GHC Meadows – Alex Johnson, 1418 430th St W, Harris
- Preliminary plat presentation for Reimanns Rolling Acres – Kenneth Reimann, 24980 Baugh St NW, Zimmerman
- Interim use permit request for a limited rural business selling herbal products – Tyler & Sarah McKee, 33205 Salish Court NW, Cambridge
- Amendment to Isanti County Zoning Ordinance: change Contractor’s Yard definition and interim‑use rules (Section 4, Subdivision 3 and Section 6, Subdivision 4)
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously approved four preliminary plats with conditions
The commission approved the preliminary plats for Bobby Joe’s Corner, GHC Meadows, Reimanns Rolling Acres, and Flamingo Meadows, each with specific conditions. The Bobby Joe’s Corner plat was approved with a required 33‑foot access easement. GHC Meadows and Reimanns Rolling Acres were approved without additional conditions. Flamingo Meadows was approved pending driveway permit requirements and right‑of‑way dedication. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved Bobby Joe’s Corner preliminary plat with 33' access easement (unanimous)
- Approved GHC Meadows preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Approved Reimanns Rolling Acres preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Approved Flamingo Meadows preliminary plat with driveway permit and right‑of‑way conditions (unanimous)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
April 23, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at
6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room at the Isanti County Government Center, 555 18th Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN
55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Robert & Roxanne Ouradnik, 9228 285th Avenue NE, North Branch, MN 55056 to present a preliminary
plat of Bobby Joe’s Corner. Legal description is the W ½ of the NE ¼ of the NW ¼ of Section 36, Township 35, Range
22, North Branch Township.
2. The request of Alex Johnson, 1418 430th Street W, Harris, MN 55032 to present a preliminary plat of GHC Meadows.
Legal description is Part of Govt Lots 1 & 2 of Section 32, Township 35, Range 24, Bradford Township.
3. The request of Kenneth Reimann, 24980 Baugh Street NW, Zimmerman, MN 55398 to present a preliminary plat of
Reimanns Rolling Acres. Legal description is the N ½ of the SW ¼ & Pt of the SW ¼ of the NW ¼ & Pt SW ½ of the SW
¼ & the SE of the NW ¼ Fct & Outlot A & B Emerald Acres of Section 19, Township 34, Range 25, Stanford Township.
4. The request of Reliable Land & Trust LLC / Jim Olson, PO Box 32, Cambridge, MN 55008 to present a preliminary plat of
Flamingo Meadows. Legal description is the S ½ of the NW ¼ Fct of Section 14, Township 35, Range 24 and the NW ¼
of the SW ¼ Fct & the SW ¼ of the SW ¼ Fct and the SE ¼ of the SW ¼ Fct of Section 23, Township 35, Range 24,
Bradford
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Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
COUNTY Tricia Anderson, Administrative Assistant
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 - 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
Isanti County Planning Commission
Public Hearing
May 14, 2026
Isanti County Government Center
Members present: Bruce Mickelson, Steve Westerberg, Bruce Bloomgren, Jeremiah Sedler,
Dave Henderson, Lyle Reynolds, Tim Swanson, Lynette Rigsby, Kathy Skiba, Karyn Hansen
Other members present: Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator, Holly Nelson, Deputy
Zoning Administrator, Tim Nelson, Chief Deputy County Attorney
Jeremiah Sedler, Chairperson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
A motion was made by Bruce Mickelson and seconded by Bruce Bloomgren to
approve the minutes of the April 9, 2026, Planning Commission meeting as
presented. Motion carried unanimously.
1. The request of Robert & Roxanne Ouradnik, 9228 285" Avenue NE, North Branch,
MN 55056 to present a preliminary plat of Bobby Joe’s Corner. Legal description is
the W % of the NE % of the NW % of Section 36, Township 35, Range 22, North
Branch Township.
A motion was made by Bruce Mickelson and seconded by Dave Henderson to
untable agenda item #1. Motion carried u
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Thu May 14, 2026
Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment to hear zoning variance requests
The Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on May 14, 2026, to consider two requests for variances to zoning rules. One request involves a setback violation for a ministry's canopy, and the other involves a septic system installation near a lake.
- Word of Life Ministries seeks variance for canopy setback from State Highway 95
- Trygve Skaar seeks variance for septic system near lake and property lines
- Meeting held at Isanti County Government Center, 555 18th Avenue SW
- Zoning Administrator: Trina Bergloff
- Public hearing scheduled for May 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
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✓ Decided: Board approved septic system variance for 1998 Glennwood Drive
The Board approved the April 9, 2026 Board of Adjustment minutes. It tabled the Word of Life Ministries canopy setback request until the June 11, 2026 meeting. It approved a septic system variance for 1998 Glennwood Drive NE, allowing reduced setbacks from the lake's ordinary high watermark. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 a.m.
- Approved April 9, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled Word of Life Ministries canopy request until June 11, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved septic system variance for Trygve Skaar, 1998 Glennwood Drive NE (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:17 a.m. (unanimous)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
April 23, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Thursday,
May 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. In the County Board Room at the Isanti County Government Center, 555
18th Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Word of Life Ministries of Louisville Inc. & Vern Peltz, 3640 County Road 6 NW,
Stanchfield, MN 55080 to construct an entry with a canopy with less than the required setback
from the road right of way of State Highway 95. Legal description is Pt NE ¼ of the NW ¼ of
Section 27, Township 36, Range 25, Wyanett Township.
2. The request of Trygve Skaar, 1998 Glennwood Drive NE, Cambridge, MN 555008 to install a
septic system (drainfield) with less than the required setback from the ordinary high watermark
of the lake, with less the required setback from the side property lines and to install a septic tank
with less than the required setback from the ordinary high watermark of the lake. Legal
description is Lot 11 Glennwood Shores of Section 4, Township 35, Range 23, Isanti Township.
Trina Bergloff
Isanti County Zoning Administrator
This further serves as notice that if the legal criteria are met for members to participate in the meeting
by telephone or interactive technology, some members may do so.
If you would like to attend this meeting via Tele – Conference, please go to the Isanti County webpage at
www.co.isanti.mn.us
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Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Tricia Anderson, Administrative Assistant
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 — 18° Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
The Board of Adjustment met at 9:00a.m. on Thursday May 14, 2026, in the County Board
Room of the Isanti County Government Center, 555 - 18" Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN
55008.
Members present: Valerie Marty-Anderson, Jim Fridstrom, Dave Henderson, Kathy Skiba,
Diane Gunion, Connie Thorp
Other members present: Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator, Holly Nelson, Deputy
Zoning Administrator, Tim Nelson, Chief Deputy County Attorney
Valerie Marty-Anderson, Chairperson called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
A motion was made by Jim Fridstrom and seconded by Kathy Skiba to approve the April 9,
2026, Board of Adjustment minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
1. The request of Word of Life Ministries of Louisville Inc. & Vern Peltz, 3640 County
Road 6 NW, Stanchfield, MN 55080 to construct an entry with a canopy with less
than the required setback from the road right of way of State Highway 95. Legal
description is Pt NE 4 of the NW % of Section 27, Township 36, Range 25, Wyanett
Township.
This agenda item has been tabled
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Tue May 12, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Committee of the Whole to hear sheriff updates, SWCD
The Committee of the Whole will receive a presentation from the Soil and Water Conservation District, discuss setting a date for the Employee Appreciation Lunch, and receive updates from the Sheriff's Department. The meeting concludes with miscellaneous items and adjournment. No final decisions are scheduled.
- Soil and Water Conservation District presentation by Tiffany Determan
- Set Employee Appreciation Lunch date
- Sheriff Department updates
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Committee of the Whole Agenda
May 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. Isanti County Soil and Water Conservation District – Tiffany Determan
9:30 a.m. Set Employee Appreciation Lunch date
9:35 a.m. Sheriff Department Updates
9:55 a.m. Miscellaneous
10:00 a.m. Adjourn
Tue May 5, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
Opioid settlement updates and health statistics review on county agenda
The Isanti County Community Health Board and County Board of Commissioners will meet jointly. The Health Board will review 2025 public health statistics, discuss a SHIP mini grant, and receive updates on opioid settlement funds. The County Board will consider routine items including a database conversion quote, final plat approval for Westside Commercial Second Addition, annual dust control, and a Springvale Park grant.
- Public Health 2025 Statistical Review presentation
- Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) Mini Grant discussion
- Opioid Settlement Updates from PH Supervisor
- Final Plat – Westside Commercial Second Addition
- Online Sale – Tax Forfeited Property
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✓ Decided: Board approved sponsorship of three snowmobile trail grant applications
The Isanti County Board unanimously approved resolutions to sponsor state grant applications for the Cambridge/Weber/Stark/Isanti, Grandy‑Bock, and Mystic Trails snowmobile trails. The Board also approved a database conversion contract, staff actions, utility permits, and a concrete apron contract for Springvale Park.
- Approved sponsorship of Cambridge/Weber/Stark/Isanti snowmobile trail grant (unanimous)
- Approved sponsorship of Grandy‑Bock snowmobile trail grant (unanimous)
- Approved sponsorship of Mystic Trails snowmobile trail grant (unanimous)
- Approved $11,464.44 GIS database conversion contract with ProWest (unanimous)
- Approved staff actions: hire Tricia Anderson, promote Curtis Cook, regularize Randal Erickson, Elizabeth Johnson, Amanda Dorholt (unanimous)
- Approved utility permits for Connexus Energy, East Central Energy, CenterPoint Energy, etc. (unanimous)
- Approved $94,230.11 in claims and warrants (unanimous)
- Approved $5,190 contract with Bob Pankan & Sons for Springvale Park walkway (unanimous)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF April 7th, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. PUBLIC HEALTH 2025 STATISTICAL REVIEW – Avi Yetman, Public Health Planner
IV. STATEWIDE HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PARTNERSHIP (SHIP) MINI GRANT – Avi Yetman, Public
Health Planner
V. OPIOID SETTLEMENT UPDATES – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
VI. INTRODUCTION OF NEW PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE – ABBY SIEFERT – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor,
CHS Administrator
www.co.isanti.mn.us/323/Public-Health
Isanti County Public Health
Isanti County Public Health
2025 Public Health
Annual Data Report
Isanti County Public Health
Six Priority Areas
• Promote Healthy Communities & Behaviors
• Assure Quality and Accessible Health Services
• Prevent the Spread of Infectious Disease
• Protect Against Environmental Health Hazards
• Prepare for and Respond to Disasters, and
Assist Communities in Recovery
• Assure an Adequate Local Public Health Infrastructure
Isanti County Public Health
Serving
individuals and
families
2,968 individuals (3% vs 2024)
• Family Home Visiting
• Baby Café
• Milk Depot
• Diaper distribution
1.
Isanti County Public Health
Women, Infants,
and Children (WIC)
• Parental education
• Monitoring wellness
• Breastfeeding support
• Supplemental nutrition
Isanti County Public Health
Women, Infants,
and C
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 9:15 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff; Commissioners Westerberg, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, A Larson, J Donnay (Reporters Stickles and Wagner)
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. No public comment was made.
26/05-01 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Westerberg , to approve the May 5th, 2026, County
Board Agenda, with the addition of A-4, approval to solicit proposals for County Surveyor. Motion carried
unanimously.
26/05-02 Motion by Christensen, seconded by LaRowe to approve the quote from ProWest to
perform a database conversion with Tyler Technology to continue our County GIS system for both staff
and public use. The cost is $11,464.44 paid with Compliance Funds. Motion carried unanimously.
O0o Commissioner Committee Reports
26/05-03 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Berg to approve staff to solicit proposals for a County
Surveyor to finish the current term which expires on December 31
st, 2026. KLJ can no longer fulfill the
current contract and wish to terminate the contract effective May 30, 2026. Motion carried unanimously.
26/05-04 Motion by Berg, seconded by Wes
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Tue May 5, 2026
Community Health Board
Opioid settlement updates and SHIP grant on health board agenda
The Isanti County Community Health Board will discuss updates on opioid settlement funds and a Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) mini grant. The board will also review 2025 public health statistics and introduce a new public health nurse.
- Opioid settlement updates from Mo Spike, PH Supervisor
- SHIP mini grant discussion led by Avi Yetman
- Public Health 2025 statistical review
- Introduction of new Public Health Nurse Abby Siefert
- Approval of April 7, 2026 meeting minutes
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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved agenda, minutes and adjourned the meeting
The Community Health Board approved the May 5 agenda and the April 7 minutes without opposition. A new public health nurse was hired, completing the staff. The board then adjourned the meeting.
- Approved May 5 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved April 7 minutes (unanimous)
- Hired new public health nurse (staffing action)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF April 7th, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. PUBLIC HEALTH 2025 STATISTICAL REVIEW – Avi Yetman, Public Health Planner
IV. STATEWIDE HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PARTNERSHIP (SHIP) MINI GRANT – Avi Yetman,
Public Health Planner
V. OPIOID SETTLEMENT UPDATES – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
VI. INTRODUCTION OF NEW PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE – ABBY SIEFERT – Mo Spike, PH
Supervisor, CHS Administrator
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MINUTES FOR THE APRIL MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, May 5**, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
Members Present: Commissioners Berg, Duff, Christensen, Westerberg, LaRowe
Members Absent: None
l. CALL TO ORDER — APPROVE AGENDA
Motion by Duff, seconded by Christensen, to approve the May 5th, 2026, Community Health Board Agenda
with the addition to item IV (Allina Grant). Motion carried unanimously.
Il. APPROVE MINUTES FROM THE APRIL 7th, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
Motion by Westerberg, seconded by LaRowe, to approve the April 7th, 2026, Community Health Board
Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
III. PUBLIC HEALTH 2025 STATISTICAL REVIEW — Avi Yetman, Public Health Planner
Avi presented the 6 priority areas that were outlined in this 2025 review: 1. Promote healthy communities
and behaviors- since 2024 the family home visits, Baby Café, Milk Depot, and Diaper Distribution is up 3%
(2,968 individuals). 2. Assure quality and accessible Health Services- adult protection, MEDSS/CYSHN, EHDI,
children’s dental services. 3. Prevent the spread of infectious Disease — zero active cases of TB or measles in
2025. 4. Protect against environmental health hazards — Radon, water, and lead testing services. 5. Prepare
for and respond to disasters and assist communities in recovery — workgroups, drill and training events,
strong volunteer interest. 6. Assure and adequate local public health infrastructure — new free community
resource
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commissions
Commission will consider a possible 120‑acre addition to Maple Ridge Park Preserve
The Isanti County Parks and Recreation Commission will meet on April 28, 2026 to review its agenda. Items include a budget update through March 2026, a discussion of the Springvale Development Grant, and a proposal to explore acquiring 120 acres for the Maple Ridge Park Preserve. The commission will also consider per‑diem policies and other routine business.
- Springvale Development Grant (no amount disclosed)
- Potential acquisition of 120 acres for Maple Ridge Park Preserve
- Review of per‑diem allowances for commission members
- Up‑to‑date budget report covering expenses through March 2026
- Director’s report topics such as Spring Burn Season and park visitor counts
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✓ Decided: Commission approved a $5,190 low‑bid contract for Springvale restroom project
The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the amended agenda, the March 24th Park Board minutes, the March 2026 budget report, and April bills and invoices totaling $9,028.57. It also approved a $5,190 low‑bid contract from Pankan & Sons for the Springvale Development Grant restroom project. The next meeting is set for May 26, 2026.
- Approved amended agenda (motion carried)
- Approved March 24th Park Board minutes (motion carried)
- Approved March 2026 budget report (motion carried)
- Approved April bills & invoices totaling $9,028.57 (motion carried)
- Approved $5,190 low‑bid contract for Springvale restroom project (motion carried)
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ISANTI COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
IRVING & JOHN ANDERSON COUNTY PARK – DOG PARK
8545 277th AVE NE, NORTH BRANCH, MN 55056
Proposed Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Public Comment
C. Approval of Agenda
D. Approve Minutes of March 24th, 2026 Meeting
E. Up-to-Date Budget Report through March 2026
F. Bills & Invoices
G. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events
2. Spring Burn Season
3. Nyman Park Trails & Blinds
4. Black Tern Nesting Platforms
5. Drinking Fountains
6. Vegsund Clean Up
7. Park Visitor Counts
H. Other Business
1. Springvale Development Grant
2. Maple Ridge Park Preserve – Potential Addition
3. Per Diems
I. Next Meeting – May 26th, 2026 – 5:00 pm
J. Adjourn
DRAFT – THESE MINUTES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – March 24th, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Carol Urness, Tom Schibilla, Bob Shogren, Bob
Betsinger, Amy Peterson, Bill Berg, Kathy Bowlin
Voting Members Absent: Adam Curtis, Luke Merrill
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Blom
B. Public Comment – Rebecca Waller mentioned the group “Indivisible” will be completing clean ups in parks
on Earth Day. Tom Schibilla stated that he has been appointed to the City of Cambridge Park Board and
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – April 28th, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.
IRVING & JOHN ANDERSON COUNTY PARK – DOG PARK
8545 277th AVE NE, NORTH BRANCH, MN 55056
Voting Members Present: Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Tom Schibilla, Bob Shogren, Bob Betsinger, Amy
Peterson, Kathy Bowlin, Luke Merrill
Voting Members Absent: Adam Curtis, Bill Berg, Carol Urness
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:04 p.m. by Chair Blom
B. Public Comment – Rebecca Waller mentioned 6 volunteers with the group “Indivisible” completed trash
clean up at Anderson Park on Earth Day.
C. Agenda – Peterson motioned, Merrill seconded to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.
D. Minutes – Peterson motioned, Shogren seconded to approve the March 24th Park Board Minutes. Motion carried.
E. Budget Report – Shogren motioned, Peterson seconded to approve March 2026 Budget Report. Motion
carried.
F. Bills & Invoices – Shogren motioned, Peterson seconded to approve bills & invoices for the month of April
($9,028.57). Motion carried.
G. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events – The annual Spring Bird Hike is scheduled for May 9 th starting at 7:30am at the
Anderson Park picnic shelter. 5th Grade Conservation Day at Becklin Park May 15 th.
2. Spring Burn Season – Completed prescribed burns across 13 units totaling 108 acres.
3. Nyman Park Trails & Blinds – Quote from DW Companies for trail work of $27,500. Director will be
going to Isanti County S
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Tue Apr 21, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
Isanti County Board to review road contracts and invasive species plan
The Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on highway construction bids and a detour agreement. The agenda includes approvals for health and human services contracts and the 2026 Invasive Species Prevention Plan.
- Review and award of Contract No. 2605 and CR 54 bids
- Adoption of the 2026 Isanti County Invasive Species Prevention Plan (AIS)
- Final plats for Andersons River Estates and Drayna Addition
- Approval of MnDOT SP 3004-65 Detour Agreement
- Approval of K9 replacement for Maverick
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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approved $2.04 M County Road 54 reconstruction contract
The Isanti County Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and a consent agenda that included several personnel actions, acceptance of listed donations, and final plats for two developments. It also approved multiple utility permits, claims and warrants totaling $375,488.98, and health‑services payments of $433,988.56 along with related contract amendments. Major infrastructure actions included a Minnesota DOT detour‑payment agreement, a $451,527.27 seal‑coating contract, and concurrence for the $2,043,715 County Road 54 reconstruction project. Additional approvals covered a federal boating safety grant, a $21,000 K‑9 replacement payment, the 2026 Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Plan, and watercraft inspection services.
- Approved agenda and consent agenda items (unanimous)
- Approved utility permits for CenterPoint Energy, Connexus Energy, and Lumen Technologies (unanimous)
- Approved claims and warrants totaling $375,488.98 (unanimous)
- Approved health services payments $433,988.56 and contract amendments (unanimous)
- Approved MnDOT Agreement No. 1062531 for detour payments on State Project 3004‑65 (unanimous)
- Approved $451,527.27 seal‑coating contract with Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp (unanimous)
- Approved concurrence for County Road 54 reconstruction contract $2,043,715 (unanimous)
- Approved $21,000 payment for new K‑9 unit (unanimous)
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. - Review Claims and Warrants: Todd/Alan
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve the April 21, 2026, County Board Agenda
B. Approve Consent Agenda
1. Approve the April 7, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve Personnel Action Items
3. Approve Personnel Committee Recommendations
4. Approve Donations to Isanti County
5. Final Plat for Andersons River Estates
6. Final Plat for Drayna Addition
7. Approve Utility Permits
8. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. Approve Isanti County Health and Human Services Consent Agenda
1. Approve HHS Claims and Vouchers
2. Approve the Contract Amendment between R7E AMHU and Stark Transportation
3. Approve the Contract Amendment between HHS and CDS
D. Jodi Donnay, Health and Human Services Director
1. Approve the Contract between HHS and State of MN FMNP
2. Approval of the Contract between R7E AMHU and Attaboys Inc.
E. Justin Bergerson, County Highway Engineer
1. Approve MnDOT SP 3004-65 Detour Agreement
2. Review Contract No. 2605 Bids & Award Contract
3. Review CR 54 Bids & Award Contract
F. John Gillquist, Isanti County Chief Deputy
1. Approve Federal Boating Safety Suppleme
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff (virtual); Commissioners, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe
Members Absent: Commissioner Westerberg
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, A Larson (Reporters Stickles and Wagner)
O0o Commissioner Berg called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. Public comment was made.
26/04-13 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Duff, to approve the April 21st, 2026, County Board
Agenda. A roll-call vote was conducted. Commissioners Duff, LaRowe, Christensen, and Berg voted aye.
There were no nays. Absent: Westerberg. Motion carried unanimously.
26/04-14 Motion by LaRowe, seconded by Christensen, to approve the consent agenda as follows:
1. April 7, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary.
2. Personnel Action Items: New Employee Hires: Ratify the hire of Brandon Swartz, part -time
Custodian, effective April 9, 2026. Ratify the hire of Jared Johnson, part-time Assistant Veteran
Services Officer, effective April 13, 2026. Ratify the hire of Andriana Booker, part -time
Administrative Assistant III – Sheriff’s Office, effective April 17, 2026. Employee Change
from Probationary Period to Regular Status : Approve the regular full -ti
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Isanti County discusses highway facility engagement and rumble strip project
The Committee of the Whole will review public engagement for a highway facility and a rumble strip project. The body will also discuss the Minnesota State Flag.
- Highway Facility Public Engagement and FAQ presentation by Kraus Anderson and Isanti County Engineer
- HSIP Rumble Strip Project discussion
- Minnesota State Flag discussion
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Committee of the Whole Agenda
April 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. Highway Facility Public Engagement and FAQ – Megan Livgard, Kraus
Anderson & Justin Bergerson, Isanti County Engineer
9:30 a.m. HSIP Rumble Strip Project – Justin Bergerson, Isanti County Engineer
9:40 a.m. Minnesota State Flag Discussion – Amanda Usher, County Administrator
9:55 a.m. Miscellaneous
10:00 a.m. Adjourn
Thu Apr 9, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider rezoning, plat presentations, and zoning ordinance changes
The Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on April Q, 2026 to review several land‑use requests. Items include preliminary plats for three private developments, an amendment to a conditional use permit for a farm winery, a rezoning application from Agriculture/Residential to Business, and two amendments to the county zoning ordinance concerning development‑rights transfers and permitted uses. The commission will discuss each request and decide whether to approve, modify, or defer them.
- Preliminary plat presentation by Robert & Roxanne Ouradnik for Bobby Joe’s Corner (9228 285" Avenue NE, North Branch)
- Preliminary plat presentation by Jane Chapman Living Trust for Old House Hill (9775 275" Avenue NE, North Branch)
- Preliminary plat presentation by Alex Johnson for GHC Meadows (1418 430" Street W, Harris)
- Amendment to a Conditional Use Permit for a farm winery requested by Pam Streed (31043 Polk Street NE, Cambridge)
- Rezoning request by H2 Landholdings LLC to change property from Agriculture/Residential to Business District (3056 Highway 95 NE, Cambridge)
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✓ Decided: Commission approves rezoning of 1.93‑acre parcel to Business District
The Planning Commission approved the March 12 minutes unanimously. It tabled two incomplete preliminary plat requests (Bobby Joe’s Corner and GHC Meadows) and approved the Old House Hill plat. The commission also approved an amendment to a farm‑winery Conditional Use Permit and rezoned a 1.93‑acre property to the Business District, with one member abstaining.
- Approved March 12 minutes (unanimous)
- Tabled Bobby Joe’s Corner preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Approved Old House Hill preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Tabled GHC Meadows preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Approved amendment to farm‑winery Conditional Use Permit (unanimous)
- Approved rezoning of 1.93‑acre parcel to Business District (motion carried; Lynette Rigsby abstained)
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Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
ISANTI Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossman, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 — 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
COUNTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
March 17, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, April
Q, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room at the Isanti County Government Center, 555 18"" Avenue
SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Robert & Roxanne Ouradnik, 9228 285" Avenue NE, North Branch, MN 55056 to present a
preliminary plat of Bobby Joe’s Corner. Legal description is the W % of the NE % of the NW % of Section 36,
Township 35, Range 22, North Branch Township.
2. The request of Jane Chapman Living Trust, 9775 275"" Avenue, NE, North Branch, MN 55056 to present a
preliminary plat of Old House Hill. Legal description is Pt of the N % of the NW % of Section 3, Township 35,
Range 24, Bradford Township.
3. The request of Alex Johnson, 1418 430" Street W, Harris, MN 55032 to present a preliminary plat of GHC
Meadows. Legal description is Part of Govt Lots 1 & 2 of Section 32, Township 35, Range 24, Bradford
Township.
4. The request of Pam Streed, 31043 Polk S
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Isanti County Planning Commission
Public Hearing
April 9, 2026
Isanti County Government Center
Members present: Bruce Mickelson, Steve Westerberg, Bruce Bloomgren, Jeremiah Sedler,
Dave Henderson, Lyle Reynolds, Tim Swanson, Lynette Rigsby
Other members present: Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator, Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning
Administrator, Tim Nelson, Chief Deputy County Attorney
Members not present: Kathy Skiba, Karyn Hansen
Bruce Mickelson, Vice Chairperson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
A motion was made by Tim Swanson and seconded by Bruce Bloomgren to approve the
minutes of the March 12, 2026 Planning Commission meeting as presented. Motion carried
unanimously.
1. The request of Robert & Roxanne Ouradnik, 9228 285th Avenue NE, North Branch, MN
55056 to present a preliminary plat of Bobby Joe’s Corner. Legal description is the W
½ of the NE ¼ of the NW ¼ of Section 36, Township 35, Range 22, North Branch
Township.
Robert Ouradnik was present for this request. Trina Bergloff stated that this property
is zoned Agriculture/Residential District. This proposed preliminary plat is for 2 lots.
Lot 1 – 15.28 acres and Lot 2 - 4.57 acres. This property is 20 acres. There are single
family dwellings on both parcels. The single family dwelling on Lot 1 was built in 2019.
The single family dwelling (ADU) on Lot 2 is in the process of being built. North Branch
Township has reviewed this preliminary plat with no objection. They would have
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Thu Apr 9, 2026
Board of Adjustment
Board to hear request for single-family dwelling setback variance
The Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to consider a request to construct a single-family dwelling with less than the required setback from a Township Road right of way.
- Public hearing for Lonie Morrow and Choice Construction regarding a setback variance
- Request to build a single-family dwelling on Lot 1 Block 1 Bayview Second Addition
- Legal description: Section 25, Township 36, Range 23, Cambridge Township
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✓ Decided: Board approves variance for single-family dwelling on Lavern Road
The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved the March 12, 2026 meeting minutes. It also unanimously approved Lonie Morrow’s request to build a single‑family dwelling 33 feet from the township road right‑of‑way, subject to an easement for the shared septic system and the owner’s responsibility for any road repairs. The meeting was adjourned at 9:53 a.m.
- Approved March 12, 2026 Board of Adjustment minutes (unanimous)
- Approved variance for 33675 Lavern Road NE to build dwelling 33 ft from road right‑of‑way, with easement for shared septic system and owner responsible for road repair (unanimous)
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Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 — 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us COUNTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ISANTI
March 19, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Thursday,
April 9, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. In the County Board Room at the Isanti County Government Center, 555
18 Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Lonie Morrow, 33675 Lavern Road NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 & Choice
Construction (Treken Christensen), 33700 Polk Street NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 to construct a
single family dwelling with less than the required setback from the road right of way of a
Township Road. Legal description is Lot 1 Block 1 Bayview Second Addition of Section 25,
Township 36, Range 23, Cambridge Township.
Aira Of 2ie
Trina Bergloff
Isanti County Zoning Administrator
This further serves as notice that if the legal criteria are met for members to participate in the meeting
by telephone or interactive technology, some members may do so.
If you would like to attend this meeting via Tele - Conference, please go to the Isanti County webpage at
www.co.isanti.mn.us fo
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The Board of Adjustment met at 9:00a.m. on Thursday April 9, 2026, in the County Board
Room of the Isanti County Government Center, 555 – 18th Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN
55008.
Members present: Valerie Marty-Anderson, Jim Fridstrom, Dave Henderson, Kathy Skiba,
Diane Gunion, Connie Thorp
Other members present: Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator, Holly Nelson, Deputy
Zoning Administrator, Tim Nelson, Chief Deputy County Attorney
Valerie Marty-Anderson, Chairperson called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
A motion was made by Jim Fridstrom and seconded by Kathy Skiba to approve the March
12, 2026, Board of Adjustment minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
1. The request of Lonie Morrow, 33675 Lavern Road NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 &
Choice Construction (Treken Christensen), 33700 Polk Street NE, Cambridge, MN
55008 to construct a single family dwelling with less than the required setback from
the road right of way of a Township Road. Legal description is Lot 1 Block 1 Bayview
Second Addition of Section 25, Township 36, Range 23, Cambridge Township.
Rande Christenson, representing Choice Construction and Kent and Lynn Schutte
were present for this request representing Lonie Morrow. Trina Bergloff stated that
this property is zoned Shoreland District. This property is located within 1,000’ of
Skogman Lake which is a Recreational Development Lake. This lot is 1.05 acres.
They are requesting to construct a single family dwelling 33’ from the r
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Tue Apr 7, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
County Board to approve agenda, personnel, and utility permits
The Isanti County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the April 7 agenda, committee assignments, and a consent agenda. The meeting includes approving personnel actions, utility permits, and claims totaling over $600,000.
- Approve April 7, 2026 County Board Agenda
- Approve Personnel Action Items (promotions)
- Approve Claims and Warrants ($231,375.11)
- Approve HHS Claims and Vouchers ($380,393.13)
- Approve Utility Permits (fiber, power lines)
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✓ Decided: County approved shoreline restoration agreement for Becklin Homestead Park
The board unanimously approved a slate of items, including new employee hires, utility permits, gambling and recycling licenses, and a shoreline restoration agreement for Becklin Homestead County Park. It also authorized a $165,783 contract for highway striping and a temporary revolving hiring program to cover long‑term vacancies. All motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.
- Approved Cambridge‑Isanti Hockey Association gambling permit for Bingo at Stone Lion Vineyard B&B (5-0)
- Approved multiple utility permits for installations and pole replacements on county roads (5-0)
- Approved cooperative agreement with Anoka Conservation District for shoreline restoration at Becklin Homestead County Park (5-0)
- Approved 2026 Recycling Facility License for Waste Management (5-0)
- Approved 2026 Solid Waste Collection & Transportation Licenses for several waste service companies (5-0)
- Approved $165,783 contract with Sir Lines‑A‑Lot LLC for highway centerline and edge line striping (5-0)
- Approved $21,428 payments and vouchers for Isanti County Health and Human Services (5-0)
- Approved authorization for revolving temporary hires to address long‑term vacancies county‑wide (5-0)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF February 3rd, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. 2025 LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH AWARD PRESENTATION – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS
Administrator and Jodi Donnay, HHS Division lead
Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. - Review Claims and Warrants: Steve/Todd
9:00 a.m. – Community Health Board
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 9:15 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve the April 7, 2026, County Board Agenda
2. Approve Updates to Commissioner Committee Assignments
3. Commissioner Committee Reports
B. Approve Consent Agenda
1. Approve the March 17, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve Personnel Action Items
3. Approve Community Health Board Actions
4. Approve Utility Permits
5. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. Approve Isanti County Health and Human Services Consent Agenda
1. Approve HHS Claims and Vouchers
D. Chad Meyer, Isanti County Captain
1. Approve PSAP Administration Line Phone Tree
E. Barry Wendorf, Environmental Services Division Leader
1. Becklin Homestead County Pa
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 9:15 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff; Commissioners Westerberg, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe (virtual)
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, H Sward, A Larson, J Donnay, J Bergerson (Reporters Stickles
and Wagner)
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. No public comment was made.
26/04-01 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Berg, to approve the April 7th, 2026, County Board
Agenda with the addition of B-6 to Approve Cambridge-Isanti Hockey Association Gambling Applications.
A roll-call vote was conducted. Commissioners Duff, LaRowe, Christensen, Berg and Westerberg voted
aye. There were no nays. Motion carried unanimously.
26/04-02 Motion by Berg, seconded by Westerberg to approve the updates to Commissioner
Committee Assignments as follows: Connie Kitner has been appointed on the Extension Board for District
2, and Debbie Solomon has been appointed on the Public Health Board for District 5. Both members have
accepted. A roll-call vote was conducted. Commissioners Duff, LaRowe, Christensen, Berg and Westerberg
voted aye. There were no nays. Motion carried unanimously.
O0o Commissioner Committee Reports
26/04-03
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Tue Apr 7, 2026
Community Health Board
Board will approve agenda, minutes and present 2025 health award
The Isanti County Community Health Board will consider approval of the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 3 2026 meeting. It will also hold the 2025 Local Public Health Award presentation featuring Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator, and Jodi Donnay, HHS Division lead.
- Approve meeting agenda
- Approve minutes of February 3 2026 Community Health Board meeting
- 2025 Local Public Health Award presentation – Mo Spike and Jodi Donnay
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✓ Decided: Board approved agenda and minutes, then adjourned the meeting
The Isanti County Community Health Board approved the April 7 agenda after correcting the year for Item III. The board also approved the February 3, 2026 meeting minutes. The board presented the 2026 Local Public Health Awards to several residents and county employees, and adjourned at 9:13 a.m.
- Approved April 7 agenda (unanimous)
- Approved February 3 minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:13 a.m. (unanimous)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, April 7th, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF February 3rd, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. 2025 LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH AWARD PRESENTATION – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor,
CHS Administrator and Jodi Donnay, HHS Division lead
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MINUTES FOR THE APRIL MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, April 7", 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
Members Present: Commissioners Berg, Duff, Christensen, Westerberg
Members Absent: LaRowe
I. CALL TO ORDER — APPROVE AGENDA
Motion by Westerberg, seconded by Christensen, to approve the April 7th, 2026, Community
Health Board Agenda after correcting the year listed for Item III from 2025 to 2026. Motion carried
unanimously.
Il. APPROVE MINUTES FROM THE FEBRUARY 3rd, 2026, COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
Motion by Westerberg, seconded by Duff, to approve the February 3, 2026, Community Health
Board Meeting Minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
Ill. 2026 LOCAL PUBLIC HEALTH AWARD PRESENTATION — Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS
Administrator and Jodi Donnay, HHS Division Lead
Each year Isanti County Health and Human Services aims to recognize community members,
community partners and Isanti County employees who are exceptional at empowering residents to
make healthy and safe choices to strengthen the well-being of our community. The following three
individuals were recognized for doing incredible Public Health work within Isanti County:
Community Resident/Community Partner — Charity Allen with Cambridge-Isanti Schools; County
Employee — Janet Sarver with Isanti County Health and Human Services; County Employee — Jason
Lam with Isanti County Health and Human Services; County Employee - Madison Wiss with Isanti
County Health and Human Services; and C
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commissions
Commission to consider paved ADA access agreement for Becklin Park
The Parks and Recreation Commission will approve the agenda, minutes from the February 24 meeting, the up‑to‑date budget report, and February bills and invoices. The director will report on programs, events, ash infestations, mower leases, trail layout, and visitor counts. The commission will discuss a cooperative agreement with the state to construct a paved road and parking area for ADA access at Becklin Park and a potential addition to Maple Ridge Park Preserve. Per diem rates and the next meeting date will also be noted.
- Becklin Park – Paved Access Agreement (cooperative state agreement for ADA road and parking)
- Maple Ridge Park Preserve – Potential addition
- John Deere Z930M Lease Payment – $5,428.74
- Bills & Invoices – total $8,258.78 for February
- Per Diems – $480.00 for February Park Board meetings
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✓ Decided: Board approved paving Becklin Park entrance and authorized talks to acquire 120 acres
The Parks & Recreation Commission approved the amended agenda, the February 24th meeting minutes, the February 2026 budget report, and March bills and invoices totaling $8,258.78. It also approved a paved access agreement for Becklin Park to be completed in 2027. The commission authorized the Parks Director to discuss and pursue the possible acquisition of a 120‑acre property at Maple Ridge Park Preserve.
- Approved amended agenda (motion carried)
- Approved February 24th Park Board minutes (motion carried)
- Approved February 2026 budget report (motion carried)
- Approved March bills & invoices totaling $8,258.78 (motion carried)
- Approved Becklin Park paved access agreement (board approved)
- Authorized Parks Director to pursue acquisition of 120‑acre Maple Ridge Park Preserve (motion carried)
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ISANTI COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Proposed Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Public Comment
C. Approval of Agenda
D. Approve Minutes of February 24th, 2026 Meeting
E. Up-to-Date Budget Report through February 2026
F. Bills & Invoices
G. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events
2. Rules & Regulations Signs
3. Emerald Ash Borer Infestations
4. John Deere Lawn Mower Leases
5. Nyman Park Trail Layout
6. Park Visitor Counts
H. Other Business
1. Becklin Park – Paved Access Agreement
2. Maple Ridge Park Preserve – Potential Addition
3. Per Diems
I. Next Meeting – April 28th, 2026 – 5:00 pm
J. Adjourn
DRAFT – THESE MINUTES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – February 24th, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Adam Curtis (virtual), Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Carol Urness, Tom Schibilla, Luke
Merrill, Bob Shogren, Bob Betsinger, Amy Peterson
Voting Members Absent: Bill Berg, Kathy Bowlin
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Blom
B. Public Comment – None
D. Agenda – Peterson motioned, Erikson seconded to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.
E. Minutes – Peterson motioned, Shogren seconded to approve the January 27th Pa
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – March 24th, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Carol Urness, Tom Schibilla, Bob Shogren, Bob
Betsinger, Amy Peterson, Bill Berg, Kathy Bowlin
Voting Members Absent: Adam Curtis, Luke Merrill
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Blom
B. Public Comment – Rebecca Waller mentioned the group “Indivisible” will be completing clean ups in parks
on Earth Day. Tom Schibilla stated that he has been appointed to the City of Cambridge Park Board and will
act as a Liaison between the Isanti County Park Board.
D. Agenda – Shogren motioned, Erikson seconded to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.
E. Minutes – Shogren motioned, Erikson seconded to approve the February 24th Park Board Minutes. Motion carried.
F. Budget Report – Berg motioned, Urness seconded to approve February 2026 Budget Report. Motion
carried.
G. Bills & Invoices – Shogren motioned, Bowlin seconded to approve bills & invoices for the month of March
($8,258.78). Motion carried.
H. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events – Winter Trail Day was held with 7 people in attendance. The annual Spring Bird
Hike is scheduled for May 9 th starting at 7:30am at the Anderson Park picnic shelter.
2. Rules & Regulations Signs – New signs will be installed at all parks. Tobacco will be included as a
prohibited sub
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Tue Mar 17, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
County Board to approve gambling permit, land plats, utility permits, and contracts
At the March 17 regular meeting the Isanti County Board will consider and vote on its agenda and a consent agenda. Items include approving a gambling permit for the Cambridge‑Isanti Hockey Association, final plats for Anderson River Estates and Oliver Acres, several utility permits, and various health‑service contracts. The board will also act on the March 12 Planning Commission recommendations and a judicial ditch re‑formation resolution.
- Approve the Gambling Permit Application for the Cambridge‑Isanti Hockey Association
- Approve the final plat for Anderson River Estates
- Approve the final plat for Oliver Acres
- Approve Utility Permits
- Approve contracts for ICHHS with Plum Behavioral Services LLC and AMHI amendments
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✓ Decided: Board approved $231,375.11 in claims and warrants and several development permits
The Isanti County Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included personnel promotions, donation acceptance, a gambling permit, final plats and multiple utility permits. The Board also approved claims and warrants totaling $231,375.11, health‑and‑human‑services contract amendments and payments of $380,393.13, and use of Covid‑19 grant funds for a three‑month website awareness campaign. A preliminary plat for Stanford Meadows East was approved by a 4‑1 vote, and a preliminary plat for the Drayna Addition was approved unanimously.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items – promotions, donations, gambling permit, final plats, utility permits (unanimous)
- Approved claims and warrants totaling $231,375.11 (unanimous)
- Approved health & human services contract amendments and payments totaling $380,393.13 (unanimous)
- Approved use of Covid‑19 grant funds for a three‑month website awareness campaign (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat for Stanford Meadows East with conditions (4‑1)
- Approved preliminary plat for Drayna Addition (unanimous)
- Approved contract amendment for parenting‑skills services (unanimous)
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. - Review Claims and Warrants: Kristi/Steve
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve the March 17, 2026, County Board Agenda
B. Approve Consent Agenda
1. Approve the March 3, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve Personnel Action Items
3. Approve the acceptance of donations to Isanti County
4. Approve the Gambling Permit Application for the Cambridge-Isanti Hockey Association
5. Approve the final plat for Anderson River Estates
6. Approve the final plat for Oliver Acres
7. Approve Utility Permits
8. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. Approve Isanti County Health and Human Services Consent Agenda
1. Approve the Contract Amendment between AMHI and Linwood Group Meetings
2. Approve the Contract Amendment between AMHI and Chisago County
3. Approve Payments and Vouchers for Isanti County Health and Human Services
D. Jodi Donnay, Isanti County Health and Human Services Director
1. Approve the Contract between AMHI and Plum Behavioral Services LLC
2. Approve the Contract between ICHHS and Placebased
E. Amanda Usher, Isanti County Administrator
1. Approve the March 12, 2026, Planning Commission Recommendations
F. Bar
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Duff; Commissioners Westerberg, Berg, Christensen, LaRowe (virtual)
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, N Columbo, A Larson, D Pikal, H Nelson, B Wendorf (Reporters Stickles
and Wagner)
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. Public comment was made.
26/03-10 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Berg, to approve the March 17th, 2026, County Board
Agenda. A roll-call vote was conducted. Commissioners Duff, LaRowe, Christensen, Berg and Westerberg
voted aye. There were no nays. Motion carried unanimously.
26/03-11 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the consent agenda as follows:
1. March 3, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary.
2. Personnel Action Items: Approve the internal promotion of Benjamin Linberger, full -time
Corrections Officer, to full-time Corrections Corporal, effective March 9, 2026. Approve the
internal promotion of Kayla Houchins, full -time Corrections Officer, to full-time Corrections
Corporal, effective March 10, 2026. Approve the internal promotion of Wyatt Gossen, full -
time Corrections Officer, to full -time Corrections Corporal,
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hear requests for land plats, tower and storage permits
The Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on March 12, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. to consider four requests. Two requests are for preliminary plats: Stanford Meadows East and Drayna Addition. One request seeks a Conditional Use Permit for a commercial wireless telecommunications tower. The final request seeks to amend a 1998 Conditional Use Permit for a mini‑storage business in the Rural Service Center District.
- Preliminary plat presentation for Stanford Meadows East (reliable Land & Trust)
- Preliminary plat presentation for Drayna Addition (Kenneth Drayna & Marie Woehler)
- Conditional Use Permit request for a commercial wireless telecommunications tower (Rick & Joyce Osborne)
- Amendment to a Conditional Use Permit for a mini‑storage business (Richard Sonsteby)
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✓ Decided: Commission denied motion to reject Stanford Meadows East plat, leaving approval pending
The Planning Commission unanimously tabled Reliable Land & Trust's request to present a preliminary plat for Stanford Meadows East. A motion to deny the request failed with a 4‑aye to 6‑nay vote. A subsequent motion to approve the preliminary plat with multiple conditions was made, but the minutes do not record the vote outcome.
- Tabled request for Stanford Meadows East preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Motion to deny preliminary plat failed (4‑aye, 6‑nay)
- Motion to approve preliminary plat with conditions was made (outcome not recorded)
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ZONING OFFICE Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
ISANTI Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossman, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Government Center
555 — 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
COUNTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
February 18, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on
Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room at the Isanti County
Government Center, 555 18 Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Reliable Land & Trust, PO Box 32, Cambridge, MN 55008 to present a preliminary plat
of Stanford Meadows East. Legal description is Pt of the SW % of Section 2, Township 34, Range 24,
Stanford Township.
2. The request of Kenneth Drayna & Marie Woehler, 9416 281*t Avenue NW, Zimmerman, MN 55398 to
present a preliminary plat of Drayna Addition. Legal description is Pt of Govt Lot 5 of Section 31,
Township 35, Range 25, Spencer Brook Township.
3. The request of Rick & Joyce Osborne, 506 340" Trail NE & Vertical Bridge, 4340 Stinson Blvd NE,
Columbia Heights, MN 55421 for a Conditional Use Permit for a commercial wireless
telecommunication tower. Legal description is the SE %4 of the NW % Except the S 18 rods of Section
30, Township 3
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ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 — 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
COUNTY
Isanti County Planning Commission
Public Hearing
March 12, 2026
Isanti County Government Center
Members present: Bruce Mickelson, Steve Westerberg, Kathy Skiba, Bruce Bloomgren,
Jeremiah Sedler, Dave Henderson, Karyn Hansen, Lyle Reynolds, Tim Swanson, Lynette
Rigsby
Other members present: Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator, Nicholas Columbo,
Assistant County Attorney, Heather Sward, Deputy County Administrator
Jeremiah Sedler, Chairperson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
A motion was made by Tim Swanson and seconded by Bruce Bloomgren to approve
the minutes of the F ebruary 13, 2026 Planning Commission meeting as presented.
Motion carried unanimously.
1. The request of Reliable Land & Trust, PO Box 32, Cambridge, MN 55008 to present a
preliminary plat of Stanford Meadows East. Legal description is Pt of the SW %/ of
Section 2, Township 34, Range 24, Stanford Township.
A motion was made by Bruce Mickelson and seconded by Lyle Reynolds to
untable this request. Motion carried unanimously.
Grant Lindberg,
Reliable Land &
February 12, 202
State
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Thu Mar 12, 2026
Board of Adjustment
Board will consider a lake‑shore addition request that seeks reduced setback
The Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on March 12, 2026. It will consider three variance requests: (1) a request by Jean Thimmesch and Jerry Slepica to build an addition that does not meet the required lake‑shore setback; (2) a request by Tina Hansen to amend the Shoreland District zoning rules for guest cottages; and (3) a request by Anthony Casale to amend Rural Service Center District rules to allow a kennel on a five‑acre lot with specific distance requirements.
- Jean Thimmesch & Jerry Slepica – addition with reduced setback from lake high‑water line, 4991 337" Avenue NE, Cambridge
- Tina Hansen – variance to Shoreland District zoning (Section u, Subdivision 4, #3) for guest cottages, 29587 Dahlia Street NW, Isanti
- Anthony Casale – variance to Rural Service Center District (Section 7, Subdivision 4, Interim Uses #1) for a kennel on a five‑acre lot, 1,000 ft from homes, 4845 377" Lane NW, Dalbo
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✓ Decided: Board approved a shoreline addition variance for a Skogman Lake home
The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing a 16’9" × 13’3" addition to be built 61 feet from the ordinary high watermark on a Shoreland District lot at Skogman Lake. It also unanimously denied a guest‑cottage variance on a 17,785‑sq‑ft lot that does not meet the required 40,000‑sq‑ft duplex size, and denied a kennel variance on a 4.47‑acre property that fails the five‑acre minimum and distance requirements. All motions, including approval of the prior minutes and adjournment, were carried unanimously.
- Approved variance for 16’9" × 13’3" addition 61 ft from lake high watermark (unanimous)
- Denied variance for guest cottage on 17,785‑sq‑ft lot (required 40,000 sq ft) (unanimous)
- Denied variance for kennel on 4.47‑acre lot (fails 5‑acre minimum and 1,000‑ft distance) (unanimous)
- Approved January 8 2026 Board of Adjustment minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:50 a.m. (unanimous)
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Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 — 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us COUNTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
ISANTI
February 18, 2025
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Thursday,
March 12, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. In the County Board Room at the Isanti County Government Center, 555
18 Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Jean Thimmesch & Jerry Slepica, 4991 337" Avenue NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 to
construct an addition with less than the required setback from the ordinary high watermark of
the lake. Legal description is Pt Govt Lot 1 of Section 25, Township 36, Range 23, Cambridge
Township.
2. The request of Tina Hansen, 29587 Dahlia Street NW, Isanti, MN 55040 to vary the Isanti County
Zoning Ordinance, Section u, Shoreland District, Subdivision 4, #3 as it relates to guest
cottages. Legal description is Pt Govt Lot 3 of Section 21, Township 35, Range 24, Bradford
Township.
3. The request of Anthony Casale, 4845 377" Lane NW, Dalbo, MN 55017 to vary the Isanti County
Zoning Ordinance, Section 7, Rural Service Center District, Subdivision 4, Interim
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ZONING OFFICE ISANTI Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Government Center
555 - 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us COUNTY
The Board of Adjustment met at 9:00a.m. on Thursday March 12, 2026, in the County
Board Room of the Isanti County Government Center, 555 - 18'* Avenue SW, Cambridge,
MN 55008.
Members present: Valerie Marty-Anderson, Jim Fridstrom, Dave Henderson, Kathy Skiba,
Diane Gunion
Members not present: Connie Thorp
Other members present: Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator, Holly Nelson, Deputy
Zoning Administrator, Nicolas Columbo, Deputy County Attorney
Valerie Marty-Anderson, Chairperson called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
A motion was made by Jim Fridstrom and seconded by Kathy Skiba to approve the January
8, 2026, Board of Adjustment minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
1. The request of Jean Thimmesch & Jerry Slepica, 4991 337" Avenue NE, Cambridge,
MN 55008 to construct an addition with less than the required setback from the
ordinary high watermark of the lake. Legal description is Pt Govt 1 of Section 25,
Township 36, Range 23, Cambridge Township.
Jerry Slepica and Jean Thimmesch were present for this request. Holly Nelson
stated tha
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
Public Health Commission
Commission will select awardees for the 2025 Public Health Awards
The Isanti County Public Health Commission will approve the minutes from its January 20 meeting and hear a presentation on the 2025 public health plan. Commissioners will review nominations and determine the awardees for the Public Health Awards, with the ceremony scheduled for April 7 at the Community Health Board Meeting. The meeting also includes status updates on family home visiting, staffing, and the cannabis substance‑use prevention grant, followed by a public question period.
- Approve minutes from the January 20 meeting
- Review nominations and determine Public Health Awards awardees
- Public Health 2025 presentation by Avi Yetman
- Family Home Visiting status update
- Cannabis Substance Use Prevention grant updates
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Isanti County Public Health Commission
Tuesday, March 10th, 2026/4:30-6:00 pm.
Isanti County Health and Human Services
Conference Room A
Agenda
I. Call Meeting to Order
II. Introductions of Commission Members
III. Approve the minutes from the January 20th Meeting
IV. Public Health 2025 – Avi Yetman, Public Health Planner
V. Public Health Awards – Commission review nominations and determine awardees
a. National Public Health Week is April 6th-12th, 2026. Awardees will be recognized
on Tuesday, April 7th at 9:00 am at the Community Health Board Meeting in the
Boardroom. All are welcome to join.
VI. Family Home Visiting – Status Update with Joan Schleicher, PHN Lead
VII. Public Health Staffing Updates
VIII. Cannabis Substance Use Prevention Gant Updates
IX. General Questions and Idea Sharing to support the Health of Isanti County
X. Next meeting – Tuesday, June 9th, 2026 4:30-6:00 pm, Oakview Conference Room A
XI. Adjourn
Tue Mar 10, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Committee discusses CSAH 5 concerns and reviews the Capital Improvement Plan
The Committee of the Whole will hold a discussion on County State Aid Highway 5 concerning the City of Isanti. It will also review the County's Capital Improvement Plan. A miscellaneous item will be addressed before adjournment.
- CSAH 5 discussion – City of Isanti concerns
- Review of the Capital Improvement Plan
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Committee of the Whole Agenda
March 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. CSAH 5 Discussion (City of Isanti concerns) – Justin Bergerson
9:30 a.m. Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Review – Heather Sward
9:55 a.m. Miscellaneous
10:00 a.m. Adjourn
Tue Mar 3, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
Board will approve $88,699.72 in claims and warrants
The Isanti County Board of Commissioners will approve the March 3 agenda and a consent agenda that includes February meeting minutes, personnel actions, final plats, utility permits, and claims and warrants totaling $88,699.72. The meeting will also discuss the Jail Wiring Project, several environmental services projects, and equipment rental rates for the highway department. An AE agreement for a highway department facility project will be considered for approval.
- Approve claims and warrants totaling $88,699.72
- Jail wiring project presentation
- Becklin Homestead County Park/WMA pavement project
- Approve equipment rental rates
- Approve AE agreement for highway department facility project
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
There will not be a Community Health Board Meeting held on the morning of Tuesday, March 3rd,
2026. Will plan to host an April Community Health Board Meeting on Tuesday, April 7th, 2026 at 9:00
am.
Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:30 a.m. - Review Claims and Warrants: Kristi/Bill
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Session
A. County Business
1. Approve the March 3, 2026, County Board Agenda
2. Commissioner Committee Reports
B. Approve Consent Agenda
1. Approve the February 17, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes
Summary
2. Approve Personnel Action Items
3. Final Plat for Tiegs Addition
4. Approve Utility Permits
5. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. Payton Crotty from Representative Pete Stauber’s Office
D. Wayne Seiberlich, Isanti County Sheriff
1. Jail Wiring Project
E. Barry Wendorf, Environmental Services Division Leader
1. Judicial Ditch 6 Joint Board Reformation
2. Becklin Homestead County Park/WMA Pavement Project
3. Lawn Mower Equipment Purchase
4. Greater MN Regional Parks and Trails Policy and Planning Report for 2025
.
F. Justin Bergerson,
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Thu Feb 26, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commissions
Commission reviews budget, bills, and a special use permit for Rum River Camera Club
The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve the agenda, review the up‑to‑date budget report through January 2026, and approve bills and invoices for January and December. The commission will discuss program items such as the spring burn schedule, a bench donation for Becklin Park, and a grant application for Friends of Anderson Park. A special use permit request from the Rum River Camera Club and a paved access agreement for Becklin Park are also on the agenda, along with a discussion of per diems.
- Special Use Permit – Rum River Camera Club
- Becklin Park Bench Donation
- Friends of Anderson Park Grant Application
- Becklin Park – Paved Access Agreement
- Approval of bills & invoices (January $2,209.89; December $86,337.25)
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✓ Decided: Commission approved budget, invoices, and paved access agreement for Becklin Park
The commission approved the amended agenda, the January 27th Park Board minutes, the January 2026 budget report, and February bills and invoices totaling $4,852.95. They also approved a recommendation to enter a cooperative agreement with the state of Minnesota to construct a paved road and parking area to improve ADA access at Becklin Park, despite one member voting no. The meeting was adjourned at 5:56 p.m.
- Approved amended agenda (motion carried)
- Approved January 27th Park Board minutes (motion carried)
- Approved January 2026 Budget Report (motion carried)
- Approved February bills & invoices ($4,852.95) (motion carried)
- Approved recommendation for cooperative agreement for paved ADA access at Becklin Park (motion carried; Merrill voted no)
- Adjourned meeting at 5:56 p.m. (motion carried)
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ISANTI COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, February 24th, 2026
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Proposed Agenda
A. Call to Order
B. Public Comment
C. Approval of Agenda
D. Approve Minutes of January 27th, 2025 Meeting
E. Up-to-Date Budget Report through January 2026
F. Bills & Invoices
G. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events
2. Spring Burn Schedule
3. Becklin Park Bench Donation
4. Friends of Anderson Park Grant Application
5. Special Use Permit – Rum River Camera Club
6. Park Visitor Counts
H. Other Business
1. Becklin Park – Paved Access Agreement
2. Per Diems
I. Next Meeting – March 24th, 2026 – 5:00 pm
J. Adjourn
DRAFT – THESE MINUTES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – January 27th, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Adam Curtis, Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Carol Urness, Tom Schibilla, Luke Merrill,
Bob Shogren, Bob Betsinger, Amy Peterson, Kathy Bowlin
Voting Members Absent: Bill Berg
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Parks Director Wendorf
B. Elect Chair & Vice Chair – Schibilla nominated Blom for Chair, seconded by Erikson. Shogren nominated
Merrill for Chair, seconded by Curtis. Blom received five votes to Merrill’s four votes, with Merrill abstaining.
Blom
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – February 24th, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Adam Curtis (virtual), Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Carol Urness, Tom Schibilla, Luke
Merrill, Bob Shogren, Bob Betsinger, Amy Peterson
Voting Members Absent: Bill Berg, Kathy Bowlin
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Blom
B. Public Comment – None
D. Agenda – Peterson motioned, Erikson seconded to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.
E. Minutes – Peterson motioned, Shogren seconded to approve the January 27th Park Board Minutes. Motion carried.
F. Budget Report – Shogren motioned, Peterson seconded to approve January 2026 Budget Report. Motion
carried. Peterson stated she would like to see the Admin Position broken out to get a clear picture of the
Park Department Budget.
G. Bills & Invoices – Shogren motioned, Merrill seconded to approve bills & invoices for the month of February
($4,852.95). Motion carried.
H. Director’s Report
1. Programs & Events – Parks Director led local Home School Group on nature walks at Becklin Park
on Feb 3 and at Wayside Park on Feb 17. Winter Trail Day is scheduled for Feb 28 at Springvale
County Park. Nomadlund Outfitters is planning on holding a kayak race on August 8 starting at
Becklin Park and ending at Cambridge City Park. No permit is needed as they are not planning on
staying at Becklin Park. Th
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Wed Feb 18, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to discuss zoning amendments for cul-de-sacs and contractor yards
The Isanti County Planning Commission Subcommittee is holding a working session to discuss two zoning ordinance amendments. The body will review rules regarding cul-de-sac lengths, driveway access, and contractor's yards.
- Amendment to zoning ordinance regarding cul-de-sac lengths and driveway access
- Amendment to zoning ordinance regarding Contractor’s Yards
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Isanti County Planning Commission Subcommittee
Zoning Ordinance Amendments
Working Session February 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Isanti County Government Center
Upstairs Training Room
1. Discussion on an amendment to the Isanti County Zoning Ordinance
regarding cul-de-sac lengths and driveway access.
2. Discussion on an amendment to the Isanti County Zoning Ordinance
regarding Contractor’s Yards.
Holly Nelson
Deputy Zoning Administrator
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 – 18th Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Bridget Rossmann, Administrative Assistant
Tue Feb 17, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
County board to approve snowplow truck purchase and road allotments
The Isanti County Board will consider approving the purchase of a tandem snowplow truck, final payments for road contracts, and the 2026 town road allotments. The meeting also includes the approval of claims and warrants, personnel actions, and a public comment session.
- Approve Purchase of Tandem Snowplow Truck
- Approve 2026 Annual Town Road Allotments
- Approve Contract No. 2501 – Final Payment
- Approve Contract No. 2502 – Final Payment
- Approve Claims and Warrants
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✓ Decided: Board unanimously approves multiple plats, health funding, and a new event‑center permit
The Isanti County Board approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda items, authorized health payments and a contract with Metro Sales, awarded opioid settlement funding to the Health and Human Services department, and approved preliminary plats for Oliver Acres, Andersons River Estates, and Old Heaven Hill. The board also granted a Conditional Use Permit for Evergreen Acres to operate an event center with detailed conditions.
- Approved February 17, 2026 County Board agenda (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items including minutes, personnel notes, donations, permits and $88,699.72 claims (unanimous)
- Approved Health and Human Services payments of $163,694.85 and contract with Metro Sales (unanimous)
- Awarded opioid settlement funding of $17,498.99 to Health and Human Services for staff time (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat of Oliver Acres (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat of Andersons River Estates with Rum River Scenic District building condition (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat of Old Heaven Hill with driveway access conditions (unanimous)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Evergreen Acres event center with extensive conditions (unanimous)
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
8:
30 a.m. - Review Claims and Warrants: Alan/Bill
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, Fe bruary 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
P
ublic Comment Session
A
. County Business
1. Approve the February 17, 2026, County Board Agenda
B
. Approve Consent Agenda
1. Approve the February 3, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes & Minutes Summary
2. Approve Personnel Committee Notes
3. Approve Personnel Action Items
4. Approve Acceptance of Donations to Isanti County
5. Approve Consumption and Display Permit Renewal – Cambridge Curling Club
6. Final Plat for Stanford Meadows West
7. Approve Utility Permits
8. Approve Claims and Warrants
C. A
pprove Isanti County Health and Human Services Consent Agenda
1. Approve Payments and Vouchers for Isanti County Health and Human Services
2. Approval of Contract between ICHHS and Metro Sales
D. J
odi Donnay, Health and Human Services Division Leader
1. Fraud Prevention Discussion
2. Approval of Reimbursement of Opioid Settlement Funds for Public Health Staff Time
E
. Amanda Usher, Isanti County Administrator
1. Approve Planning Commission items from the February 12, 2026, meeting
.
F. Elisha Long, County Assessor
1. Set 2026 County Board of Appeal and Equalization Date
G. J
ustin Bergerson, County Highway Engineer
1. Approve Purchase of Tan
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Chairman Alan Duff, Commissioners: Steve Westerberg, Todd Christensen
Members Absent: Bill Berg, Kristi LaRowe
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, H Sward, A Larson, J Donnay, J Bergerson, D Pikal, H Nelson
Reporters: B Stickles and J Wagner
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. No public comment was made.
26/02-10 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the February 17, 20 26,
County Board Agenda. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: Berg, LaRowe.
26/02-11 Motion by Westerberg, seconded by Christensen, to approve the consent agenda. Consent
Agenda Items:
1. February 3, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary
2. Personnel Committee Notes as follows: Public Health Nurse FTE, uniform allowance to the
Emergency Manager position, Finance Director offer details.
3. Personnel Action Items
4. January 2026 Donations to Isanti County:
Sheriff’s Office
Boy Scouts Troop 506 (K-9) $1,000.00
Brenda Brown (Deputy Equipment) $165.00
Springvale Township (Safety and Rescue) $700.00
Health and Human Services Division
Long Lake Lutheran Church (Community Pantry) $200.00
5. Consumption and Displa
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Thu Feb 12, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission hears multiple plat proposals and two conditional use permits
The Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on February 12, 2026. It will consider seven requests, including preliminary plats for four land developments and two conditional use permits. The hearing will allow the public to comment before the commission decides on the proposals.
- Preliminary plat of Oliver Acres (Erickson Joint Trust) – NE ¼ of the SE ¼, Maple Ridge Township
- Preliminary plat of Andersons River Estates (Emmett & Nick Anderson) – SW ¼, Spencer Brook Township
- Preliminary plat of Old Heaven Hill (Jeff & Julie Sandquist) – Pt Gov Lots 1 & 2, Cambridge Township
- Conditional use permit for a rural tourism event center (Thomas Wolcyn Trustee/Evergreen Acres) – Lot 1 Block 1 Krona Estates, Springvale Township
- Conditional use permit for a commercial wireless telecommunication tower (Rick & Joyce Osborne) – SE ¼ of the NW ¼, Cambridge Township
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission unanimously approved three subdivision preliminary plats
The commission approved the preliminary plat for Oliver Acres, Andersons River Estates, and Old Heaven Hill, each with a unanimous vote. Each approval included conditions on driveway access, wetland protection, and shared access requirements. No other substantive actions were recorded.
- Approved preliminary plat of Oliver Acres (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat of Andersons River Estates with condition on Lot 8 building location (unanimous)
- Approved preliminary plat of Old Heaven Hill with driveway and shared access conditions (unanimous)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
January 22, 2026
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday,
February 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room at the Isanti County Government Center, 555 18th
Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. The request of Erickson Joint Trust/Donovan & Gayle Erickson, 2598 377th Avenue NW, Stanchfield, MN
55080 to present a preliminary plat of Oliver Acres. Legal description is the NE ¼ of the SE ¼ Except: The NE
¼ of the NE ¼ of the SE ¼ of Section 33, Township 37, Range 24, Maple Ridge Township.
2. The request of Emmett Anderson, 9488 321st Avenue NW, Princeton, MN 55371 & Nick Anderson, 27778 Blue
Lake Drive NW, Zimmerman, MN 55398 to present a preliminary plat of Andersons River Estates. Legal
description is the SW ¼ Except the E 8 rods (132’) lying S of the Rum River of Section 6, Township 35, Range
25, Spencer Brook Township.
3. The request of Jeff & Julie Sandquist, 32937 Vickers Street NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 to present a preliminary
plat of Old Heaven Hill. Legal description is Pt Gov Lots 1 & 2 of Section 35, Township 36, Range 23,
Cambridge Township.
4. The request of Reliable Land & Trust, PO Box 32, Cambridge, MN 55008 to present a preliminary plat of
Stanford Meadows East. Legal description is Pt of the SW ¼ of Section 2, Township 34, Range 24, Stanford
Township.
5. The request of Thomas Wolcyn Trustee / Evergreen Acres, 4
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ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 — 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165,
763-689-8319 fax
' Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Bridget Rossmann, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
www.co.isanti.mn.us COUNTY
Isanti County Planning Commission
Public Hearing
February 12, 2026
Isanti County Government Center
Members present: Bruce Mickelson, Steve Westerberg, Kathy Skiba, Bruce Bloomgren,
Jeremiah Sedler, Dave Henderson, Karyn Hansen, Lyle Reynolds, Tim Swanson, Lynette
Rigsby
Other members present: Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator, Tim Nelson, Chief
Deputy County Attorney, Amanda Usher, County Administrator
Jeremiah Sedler, Chairperson called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
A motion was made by Tim Swanson and seconded by Bruce Mickelson to approve
the minutes of the January 8, 2026 Planning Commission meeting as presented.
Motion carried unanimously.
1.
The request of Erickson Joint Trust/Donovan & Gayle Erickson, 2598 377° Avenue
NW, Stanchfield, MN 55080 to present a preliminary plat of Oliver Acres. Legal
description is the NE % of the SE % Except: The NE % of the NE % of the SE % of
Section 33, Township 37, Range 24, Maple Ridge Township.
Seth Monroe, Rum River Land Surveyors was present for this request representing
Erickson Joint Trust/Donovan
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Thu Feb 12, 2026
Board of Adjustment
February 12, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting cancelled
The Board of Adjustment meeting scheduled for February 12, 2026, will not be held. This cancellation is due to a lack of an agenda.
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January 22, 2026
There will not be a February 12, 2026 Board of Adjustment meeting held due to a lack of an
agenda.
Holly Nelson
Isanti County Deputy Zoning Administrator
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 – 18th Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Bridget Rossmann, Administrative Assistant
Tue Feb 10, 2026
Committee of the Whole
Committee reviews jail wiring project and highway lighting requests
The Committee of the Whole will discuss the 2025 performance measures for health services, a wiring project for the county jail, and the 2025 annual parks report. It will also consider highway items including intersection lighting on TH‑95, the county CIP budget for highway equipment, and a request from the City of Isanti for a no‑parking zone. The meeting concludes with miscellaneous items before adjournment.
- Jail Wiring Project – presented by Sheriff Wayne Seiberlich
- Intersection Lighting Along TH95 – highway item
- County CIP Budget – Highway Equipment
- City of Isanti request for No Parking Zone
- 2025 Annual Isanti County Parks Report – presented by Barry Wendorf
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Committee of the Whole Agenda
February 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m. HHS 2025 Performance Measures – Jodi Donnay
9:30 a.m. Jail Wiring Project – Sheriff Wayne Seiberlich
9:45 a.m. 2025 Annual Isanti County Parks Report, Barry Wendorf
10:15 a.m. Highway Items, Justin Bergerson
1. Intersection Lighting Along TH95
2. County CIP Budget – Highway Equipment
3. City of Isanti request for No Parking Zone
10:45 a.m. Miscellaneous
10:50 a.m. Adjourn
Tue Feb 3, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
County Board approves contracts and permits for February 2026
The Isanti County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the agenda, consent agenda items including contracts and warrants, and several permits. The board will also consider the purchase of a snowplow truck and a new vaccine refrigerator.
- Approve Rum River Outdoor Foundation raffle permits
- Approve On-Sale Liquor License for Purple Hawk Country Club
- Approve Contract for Adult Mental Health Initiative
- Approve Purchase of Tandem Snowplow Truck
- Approve Purchase of Vaccine Refrigerator ($9,520.39)
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✓ Decided: Board approves County Road 54 reconstruction agreement with City of Braham
The commissioners unanimously approved a cooperative agreement with the City of Braham to reconstruct County Road 54, including drainage and storm‑sewer improvements. They also approved the establishment of an Absentee Ballot Board and a UOCA VA Ballot Board, and granted an on‑sale liquor license to Purple Hawk Country Club Inc. by a 3‑1 vote. Additional items such as health‑service contracts, a deputy step‑offer, and several permits were approved unanimously.
- Approved County Road 54 reconstruction agreement with City of Braham (unanimous)
- Approved on‑sale liquor license for Purple Hawk Country Club Inc. (3‑1, Nay: Christensen)
- Approved establishment of Absentee Ballot Board and County UOCA VA Ballot Board (unanimous)
- Approved health and human services contracts for Adult Mental Health Initiative and related services (unanimous)
- Approved lateral step offer to deputy candidate (unanimous)
- Approved utility permits and related items on consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved agenda and consent agenda items (unanimous)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF January 6th, 2026 COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. BYLAWS OF THE ISANTI COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor,
CHS Administrator
IV. ISANTI COUNTY OPIOID UPDATES – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
V. REACH OUT AND READ PROGRAM – Melanie Winger, Public Health Nurse
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BYLAWS OF THE ISANTI COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION
ARTICLE I
NAME AND DEFINITION
Section 1 - Name:
This organization shall be known as the Isanti County Public Health Commission.
Section 2 - Definition:
The terms defined in this section shall have the meanings given unless otherwise provided by the
context.
Subdivision 1: Commission means the Isanti County Public Health Commission established by
the Isanti County Board of Commissioners by resolution dated January 5,
1987.
Subdivision 2: Community Health Board means the Isanti County Community Health Board
established pursuant to the Isanti County Board of Commissioners Resolution
to Establish the Isanti County Community Health Board dated October 7,
2015.
ARTICLE II
PURPOSE
Section 1:
The overall purpose of the Commission is to serve as an advisory committee to the Community
Health Board, to fulfill the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 145A (Loca
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 9:15 a.m.
Chairman Alan Duff, Commissioners: Bill Berg, Steve Westerberg, Todd Christensen
Members Absent: Kristi LaRowe
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, H Sward, A Larson, J Donnay, J Bergerson, W Seiberlich
Reporters: B Stickles and J Wagner
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. Public comment was made.
26/02-01 Motion by Duff, seconded by Christensen, to approve the February 3, 2026, County Board
Agenda. Motion carried unanimously. Absent: LaRowe.
26/02-02 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Westerberg , to approve to approve the consent
agenda, excluding item B -7, which was removed for separate consideration. Items approved under the
consent agenda included: January 20, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary,
Community Health Board Actions, Personnel Action Items, the Rum River Outdoor Foundation
Application for Exempt Permit to conduct a raffle at Bradford Pub and Grub and Back to Captains, revised
January 6, 2026, minutes for Princeton Lions Club Gambling Permit on Green Lake, Utility Permit s as
follows: PERMIT NO. 26 -02-05 - Connexus Energy - CSAH 5; Replace the overhead equipment along
CSAH 5 at existi
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Community Health Board
Isanti County Community Health Board to review bylaws and opioid updates
The Community Health Board will meet to discuss the bylaws of the Isanti County Public Health Commission. The agenda also includes updates on county opioid efforts and the Reach Out and Read program.
- Review of Isanti County Public Health Commission bylaws
- Isanti County opioid updates
- Reach Out and Read program presentation
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✓ Decided: Board approved updates to Articles 2, 3, and 5 of health commission bylaws
The Community Health Board unanimously approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 6th meeting. It also unanimously approved updates to Articles 2, 3, and 5 of the Isanti County Public Health Commission bylaws. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved January 6th minutes (unanimous)
- Approved updates to Articles 2, 3, and 5 of Public Health Commission bylaws (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, February 3ʳᵈ, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF January 6ᵗʰ, 2026 COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. BYLAWS OF THE ISANTI COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor,
CHS Administrator
IV. ISANTI COUNTY OPIOID UPDATES – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
V. REACH OUT AND READ PROGRAM – Melanie Winger, Public Health Nurse
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MINUTES FOR THE JANUARY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
9:00 a.m. Government Center Boardroom
Members Present: Commissioners Berg, Duff, Christensen, Westerberg
Members Absent: LaRowe
I. CALL TO ORDER — APPROVE AGENDA
Motion by Duff, seconded by Christensen, to approve the February 3, 2026, Community
Health Board Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
Il. APPROVE MINUTES OF THE January 6th, 2026, Community Health Board Meeting
Motion by Berg, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the December 2nd, 2025, Community
Health Board Meeting Minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
III. BYLAWS OF THE ISANTI COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH COMMISSION
(Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator)
Motion by Duff, seconded by Westerberg to approve the updates of Article 2, 3, and 5 to the
Bylaws of the Isanti County Public Health Commission. Motion carried unanimously.
IV. ISANTI COUNTY OPIOID ADVISORY COUNCIL UPDATE
(Mo Spike, Public Health Supervisor, CHS Administrator)
The current Opioid Fund balance is $995,302.46. The next meeting will be Monday February
9th 2026, at 3:00 p.m. at the Oakview building located at 1700 East Rum River Drive S
Cambridge, MN 55008. The East Central Drug Task Force will be presenting on what they are
using with some of the Opioid Funds. Mo Spike also advised that they are in the preliminary
planning of creating mini-RFP’s for youth in the community to use on extracurricular activities.
V. REACH OUT AND READ PROG
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commissions
Isanti County Parks & Recreation Commission to elect leadership and review park projects
The commission will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and review a budget report through December 2025. The body will also discuss the Phase I development of Springvale Park and a special use permit request for wildlife photography.
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Phase I Development of Springvale Park
- Wildlife Photography Special Use Permit Request
- Friends of Anderson Park Group Structure Transition
- Review of 2025 Annual Park Report
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✓ Decided: Commission approved $56,615 bid to install Springvale Park restroom
The commission elected Susan Blom as Chair and Tom Schibilla as Vice Chair. It approved the 2025 budget report, bills and invoices for January ($2,209.89) and December ($86,337.25), and a $56,615 bid to install a vault restroom at Springvale Park. A special‑use permit was granted to Mike Patten, and Nick Jones was hired as a part‑time park maintenance worker.
- Elected Susan Blom as Chair (5‑4 vote)
- Elected Tom Schibilla as Vice Chair (5‑4 vote)
- Approved 2025 Budget Report (motion carried)
- Approved bills & invoices for January ($2,209.89) and December ($86,337.25) (motion carried)
- Approved $56,615 bid to install vault restroom at Springvale Park (County Board approved)
- Issued Special Use Permit to Mike Patten (permit will be issued)
- Hired Nick Jones as Part‑Time Park Maintenance Worker (started Jan 6)
- Approved amended agenda (motion carried)
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ISANTI COUNTY
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
5:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Proposed Agenda
A. Call to Order / Introductions
B. Elect Chair & Vice Chair
C. Public Comment
D. Approval of Agenda
E. Approve Minutes of November 25th, 2025 Meeting
F. Up-to-Date Budget Report through December 2025
G. Bills & Invoices
H. Director’s Report
1. 2025 Annual Park Report
2. Programs & Events
3. Parks Maintenance Worker Position
I. Other Business
1. Phase I Development - Springvale Park
2. Wildlife Photography Special Use Permit Request
3. Friends of Anderson Park Group Structure Transition
4. Cambridge Park Board Ex-Officio Member
5. Per Diems / Conflict of Interest Compliance Statement
J. Next Meeting – February 24th, 2026 – 5:00 pm
K. Adjourn
DRAFT – THESE MINUTES HAVE NOT BEEN APPROVED
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – November 25th, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Adam Curtis, Bill Berg, Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Carol Urness, Tom Schibilla,
Luke Merrill, Bob Shogren, Bob Betsinger, Amy Peterson
Voting Members Absent: Lee Kingsbury
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Chair Merrill
B. Public Comment – None
C. Agenda – Blom motioned, Peterson seconded to approve the amended age
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES – January 27th, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.
ISANTI COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER
555 18th AVE SW, CAMBRIDGE, MN 55008
Voting Members Present: Adam Curtis, Susan Blom, Hazel Erikson, Carol Urness, Tom Schibilla, Luke Merrill,
Bob Shogren, Bob Betsinger, Amy Peterson, Kathy Bowlin
Voting Members Absent: Bill Berg
Staff Present: Barry Wendorf
A. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. by Parks Director Wendorf
B. Elect Chair & Vice Chair – Schibilla nominated Blom for Chair, seconded by Erikson. Shogren nominated
Merrill for Chair, seconded by Curtis. Blom received five votes to Merrill’s four votes, with Merrill abstaining.
Blom voted as Chair. Shogren nominated Merrill for Vice Chair, seconded by Betsinger. Urness nominated
Schibilla for Vice Chair, seconded by Erikson. Schibilla received five votes to Merrill’s four votes, with Merrill
abstaining. Schibilla voted as Vice Chair.
C. Public Comment – County Commissioner Christensen attended the meeting to further understand the Isanti
County Park System.
D. Agenda – Peterson motioned, Shogren seconded to approve the amended agenda. Motion carried.
E. Minutes – Shogren motioned, Peterson seconded to approve the November 25th Park Board Minutes. Motion carried.
F. Budget Report – Peterson motioned, Urness seconded to approve 2025 Budget Report with a
recommendation to appropriately allocate Office Admin position . Motion carried.
G. Bills & Invoices – Shogren motioned, Schibi
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Wed Jan 21, 2026
Planning Commission
Tue Jan 20, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board approved resolution to seek state authorization for a 0.25% local sales tax to fund highway facility
The Isanti County Board unanimously adopted a resolution requesting Minnesota legislative approval to impose a 0.25% local option sales and use tax to fund a new Highway Department Facility estimated at $25,000,000. The board also approved an architect RFP for the facility, a MnDOT lighting agreement, and routine consent‑agenda items including health contracts, a vaccine refrigerator purchase, and a liquor license. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Approved resolution to seek state authorization for a 0.25% local sales tax for Highway Department Facility (unanimous)
- Approved architect RFP for Highway Facility Project (unanimous)
- Approved MnDOT Agreement No. 1061056 for Trunk Highway 65 lighting maintenance (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of vaccine refrigerator for Public Health, $9,520.39 (unanimous)
- Approved On‑Sale Liquor License for Grandy Nine Golf and Camp (unanimous)
- Approved invoice for two sheriff squad builds, $37,655.90 (unanimous)
- Approved health and human services contracts totaling $272,144.90 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda items including donations $8,460.00 and claims $566,112.67 (unanimous)
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Regular Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Chairman Alan Duff, Commissioners: Bill Berg, Steve Westerberg, Todd Christensen, Kristi LaRowe
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, J Edblad, H Sward, A Larson, H Nelson, J Donnay, D Lakeberg, J Bergerson
Reporters: B Stickles
O0o Chairman Duff called the meeting to order and led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Public Comment Session. No public comment was made.
26/01-33 Motion by Berg, seconded by Christensen, to approve the January 20, 2026, County Board
Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
26/01-34 Motion by Christensen, seconded by LaRowe, to approve the letter to State Lawmakers.
Motion carried unanimously.
26/01-35 Motion by Christensen, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the January 6, 2026, County
Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary as amended. Motion carried unanimously.
26/01-36 Motion by Westerberg, seconded by Berg, to approve the consent agenda, excluding item
B-1, which was removed for separate consideration. Items approved under the consent agenda included:
January 6, 2026, County Board Meeting Minutes and Minutes Summary, Personnel Committee Action
Items, Personnel Action Items, December 2025 donations to Isanti County totaling $ 8,460.00, Bonds for
Emp
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Tue Jan 20, 2026
Public Health Commission
Isanti County Public Health Commission to discuss bylaws and staffing
The Public Health Commission is holding a make-up meeting for December 2025. The body will discuss and potentially approve commission bylaws and identify a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also receive updates on staffing, family home visiting, and the Opioid Advisory Council.
- Discussion and approval of Public Health Commission Bylaws
- Identification of a Chair and Vice Chair
- Updates on cannabis funding
- Staffing updates for Health Educator Madison Wiss and PHN Melanie Winger
- Status update on Family Home Visiting from PHN Lead Joan Schleicher
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✓ Decided: Commission appointed Melinda LaQuier‑Nordby as Chair and Dana Moore as Vice Chair
The Public Health Commission approved the June 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It appointed Melinda LaQuier‑Nordby as Chair and Dana Moore as Vice Chair. The commission approved its bylaws and set the 2026 meeting schedule, including confirming the next meeting for March 10, 2026.
- Approved June 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- Appointed Melinda LaQuier‑Nordby as Chair
- Appointed Dana Moore as Vice Chair
- Approved Public Health Commission bylaws
- Approved 2026 meeting schedule dates (March 10, June 9, September 8, December 8)
- Approved next meeting date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
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Isanti County Public Health Commission
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026/4:30-6:00 pm.
Make-up Meeting for December 2025
Isanti County Health and Human Services
Conference Room A
Agenda
I. Call Meeting to Order
II. Introductions and Committee Member
III. Approve the minutes from the June 10th, 2025 Meeting
IV. Identify a Chair and Vice Chair for the PH Commission Team.
V. Representative from District 1 and District 5
VI. Public Health Commission Bylaws – discussion/approval
VII. Community Resource Pantry
VIII. Public Health Staffing Updates – Health Educator Madison Wiss, PHN Melanie Winger
IX. Family Home Visiting – Status Update with Joan Schleicher, PHN Lead
X. Opioid Advisory Council Update
XI. Cannabis Funding
XII. Public Health Awards – Public Health week April 6th-12th, 2026
XIII. General Questions and Idea Sharing to support the Health of Isanti County
XIV. 2026 Public Health Commission Meeting Schedule: March 10th, June 9th, September 8th,
December 8th – do these dates work for our Commission Team?
XV. Next meeting – Tentative: Tuesday, March 10th 4:30-6:00 pm.
XVI. Adjourn
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Isanti County Public Health Commission
Tuesday, January 20th, 2026/4:30-6:00 pm.
Make-up Meeting for December 2025
Isanti County Health and Human Services
Conference Room A
Agenda and Notes
I. Call Meeting to Order – 4:38 pm.
II. Introductions and Committee Member - Members in attendance: Melinda LaQuier-
Nordby, Dana Moore, Dr. Carolyn Kampa, Joan Schleicher, Mo Spike, Commissioner Alan
Duff, Gwen O’Brien (virtual)
III. Approve the minutes from the June 10th, 2025 Meeting – Motion: Dr. Carolyn Kampa, 2nd:
Dana Moore
IV. Identify a Chair and Vice Chair for the PH Commission Team – Chair: Melinda LaQuier-
Nordby, Vice Chair: Dana Moore
V. Representative from District 1 and District 5 – Discussed need to identify a representative
for both District 1 and District 5. Commissioner Alan Duff requested ideas from the
commission on individuals who may be interested. Mo shared Debbie Solomon may be
interested in District 5, Commissioner Duff planned to text with Commissioner LaRowe to
get her okay. If you have ideas on representatives, please let Commissioner Duff,
Commissioner LaRowe and Mo know.
VI. Public Health Commission Bylaws – discussion/approval – Motion: Gwen O’Brien, 2nd:
Dr. Carolyn Kampa (Bylaws shared).
VII. Community Resource Pantry – Mo shared a PowerPoint of the Community Resource
Pantry. The Community Resource Pantry was an innovative idea that our new Health
Educator, Madison Wiss, brought fruition. There was a lot of excitement
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Thu Jan 8, 2026
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to consider event center permit at 4040 Highway 95 NW
The Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Jan 8, 2026. The agenda includes an organizational meeting, presentations of preliminary plats for Tiegs Addition, Rhoades Acres, and Stanford Meadows West, and a request for a conditional use permit to operate a rural tourism event center at 4040 Highway 95 NW. The commission will review the plat proposals and decide on the permit request.
- Organizational meeting of the Planning Commission
- Preliminary plat presentation for Tiegs Addition (6805 253" Avenue NW, St. Francis)
- Preliminary plat presentation for Rhoades Acres (31874 Zest Street NE, Cambridge)
- Preliminary plat presentation for Stanford Meadows West (Reliable Land & Trust)
- Conditional use permit request for a rural tourism event center at 4040 Highway 95 NW
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✓ Decided: Planning Commission elects officers and approves three subdivision plats
The commission elected Jeremiah Sedler as Chair, Bruce Mickelson as Vice Chair, the Zoning Office as Secretary, and Kathy Skiba as the Planning Commission representative on the Board of Adjustment. It approved the preliminary plats for Tiegs Addition (with a possible wetland permit condition), Rhoades Acres, and Stanford Meadows West. The July Planning Commission meeting was rescheduled to Wednesday, July 8, 2026. All motions carried unanimously except one abstention on the Tiegs plat.
- Jeremiah Sedler named Chairperson (unanimous)
- Bruce Mickelson named Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
- Zoning Office named Secretary (unanimous)
- Kathy Skiba appointed Planning Commission representative on Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
- Approved Tiegs Addition preliminary plat with wetland‑permit condition; Lyle Reynolds abstained
- Approved Rhoades Acres preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Approved Stanford Meadows West preliminary plat (unanimous)
- Rescheduled July Planning Commission meeting to Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (unanimous)
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ZONING OFFICE Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
555 — 18" Avenue Southwest ISANTI Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Cambridge, MN 55008 Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
: Erica Wilson, Environment Compliance Specialist
763-689-8319 fax = ha Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
www.co.isanti.mn.us COUNTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Government Center
December 18, 2025
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on
Thursday, January 8, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the County Board Room at the Isanti County
Government Center, 555 18tt Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. Organizational Meeting.
2. The request of Josiah & Rachel Tiegs, 6805 253" Avenue NW, St. Francis, MN 55070 to present a
preliminary plat of Tiegs Addition. Legal description is the E % of the E % of the SW % of Section 15,
Township 34, Range 25, Stanford Township.
3. The request of Joshua Rhoades, 31874 Zest Street NE, Cambridge, MN 55008 to present a preliminary
plat of Rhoades Acres. Legal description is the W % of the SE % Fct. Except: S 528’ of W 412.5’ of
Section 2, Township 35, Range 23, Isanti Township.
4. The request of Reliable Land & Trust, PO Box 32, Cambridge, MN 55008 to present a preliminary plat
of Stanford Meadows West. Legal description is the SE % of the SW % of Section 3, Township 34,
Range 24, Stanford Township.
5. The request of Thomas
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Isanti County Planning Commission
Public Hearing
January 8, 2026
Isanti County Government Center
Members present: Bruce Mickelson, Steve Westerberg, Kathy Skiba, Bruce Bloomgren,
Jeremiah Sedler, Dave Henderson, Lynette Rigsby, Lyle Reynolds, Tim Swanson
Members absent: Karyn Hansen
Other members present: Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator, Erica Wilson,
Environmental Compliance Specialist, Tim Nelson, Chief Deputy County Attorney
Tim Nelson, Chief Deputy County Attorney called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
1. Organizational meeting for 2026.
Tim Nelson called for nominations for Chairperson. A motion was made by Bruce
Mickelson and seconded by Kathy Skiba to nominate Jeremiah Sedler as
Chairperson of the Planning Commission. A motion was made by Bruce Mickelson
and seconded by Lyle Reynolds for nominations to cease. Motion carried
unanimously. As there were no further nominations, Jeremiah Sedler was
named Chairperson. Motion carried unanimously.
Tim Nelson called for nominations for Vice Chairperson. A motion was made by
Lyle Reynolds and seconded by Steve Westerberg to nominate Bruce Mickelson as
Vice Chairperson. A motion was made by Kathy Skiba and seconded by Bruce
Bloomgren for nominations to cease. Motion carried unanimously. As there were
no further nominations, Bruce Mickelson was named Vice Chairperson.
Motion carried unanimously.
Tim Nelson called for nominations for Secretary. A motion was made by Bruce
Mickelson
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Thu Jan 8, 2026
Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment to consider cul-de-sac length variance
The Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing to conduct an organizational meeting and review a specific zoning request. The board will determine if a variance for a proposed subdivision is permitted.
- Request from Reliable Land & Trust to vary the maximum length for a cul-de-sac in a proposed subdivision (Pt of SW ¼ of Section 2, Township 34, Range 24, Stanford Township)
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✓ Decided: Board approves cul‑de‑sac length variance for Stanford Meadows East subdivision
The Board of Adjustment approved the December 2025 meeting minutes and elected Valerie Marty‑Anderson as Chairperson and Jim Fridstrom as Vice Chairperson, each unanimously. It also approved Reliable Land & Trust's request to vary the maximum cul‑de‑sac length to 900 ft for the Stanford Meadows East subdivision, finding the variance consistent with county policies. The meeting was adjourned at 9:32 a.m.
- Approved December 2025 Board of Adjustment minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Valerie Marty‑Anderson as Chairperson (unanimous)
- Elected Jim Fridstrom as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
- Approved variance to increase cul‑de‑sac length to 900 ft (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:32 a.m. (unanimous)
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
December 18, 2025
Notice is hereby given the Isanti County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on Thursday,
January 8, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. In the County Board Room at the Isanti County Government Center, 555
18th Avenue SW, Cambridge, MN 55008 to consider the following requests:
1. Organizational meeting.
2. The request of Reliable Land & Trust, PO Box 32, Cambridge, MN 55008 to vary the maximum
length for a cul-de-sac in a proposed subdivision. Legal description is Pt of SW ¼ of Section 2,
Township 34, Range 24, Stanford Township.
Holly Nelson
Isanti County Deputy Zoning Administrator
This further serves as notice that if the legal criteria are met for members to participate in the meeting
by telephone or interactive technology, some members may do so.
If you would like to attend this meeting via Tele – Conference, please go to the Isanti County webpage at
www.co.isanti.mn.us for instructions.
ZONING OFFICE
Government Center
555 – 18th Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Erica Wilson, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
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ZONING OFFICE ISANTI Trina Bergloff, Zoning Administrator/Solid Waste Officer
Government Center
555 - 18" Avenue Southwest
Cambridge, MN 55008
763-689-5165
763-689-8319 fax
www.co.isanti.mn.us
Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator
Dennis Ginter, Building Official
Steve Metzger, Septic Specialist
Erica Wilson, Compliance Specialist
Kerry Birch, Administrative Assistant/Permit Technician
Bridget Rossmann, Administrative Assistant
The Board of Adjustment met at 9:00a.m. on Thursday January 8, 2026, in the County
Board Room of the Isanti County Government Center, 555 — 18't Avenue SW, Cambridge,
MN 55008.
Members present: Valerie Marty-Anderson, Jim Fridstrom, Dave Henderson, Kathy Skiba,
Diane Gunion, Connie Thorp
Other members present: Holly Nelson, Deputy Zoning Administrator, Tim Nelson, Deputy
County Attorney, Erica Wilson, Environmental Compliance Specialist
Tim Nelson, Deputy County Attorney, called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
A motion was made by Kathy Skiba and seconded by Jim Fridstrom to approve the
December u1, 2025, Board of Adjustment minutes as presented. Motion carried
unanimously.
1. Organizational Meeting.
Tim Nelson called for nominations for Chairperson. A motion was made by Dave
Henderson and seconded by Diane Gunion to nominate Valerie Marty-Anderson as
Chairperson of the Board of Adjustment. A motion was made by Kathy Skiba and
seconded by Jim Fridstrom for nominations to cease. Motion carried unanimously.
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
County Board of Commissioners
Isanti County Board to hold public hearing on Capital Improvement Plan
The County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also conduct annual organizational business, including electing a Chair and Vice Chair for 2026 and setting meeting dates for the year.
- Public hearing on the Isanti County Capital Improvement Plan
- Approval of first half 2026 appropriations
- Final plat approvals for J & P Acres, West Side Woodlands, and Dougville
- Approval for squad camera and dispatch server purchases
- Gambling permits for Long Lake Improvement Association, Princeton Lions Club, and Isanti County Sportsman’s Club
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✓ Decided: Board approved minimum salaries for auditor, sheriff, and attorney
The Isanti County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the Capital Improvement Plan with a wording change, set the 2026 meeting and committee schedules, confirmed board leadership, adopted committee assignments, and established minimum salaries for the County Auditor‑Treasurer, Sheriff, and Attorney. All motions were carried unanimously.
- Approved Alan Duff as Chair for 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Steven Westerberg as Vice Chair for 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved the Isanti County Capital Improvement Plan, changing “voter” to “constituent” (unanimous)
- Approved the 2026 County Board meeting schedule (first/third Tuesdays, with two evening meetings) (unanimous)
- Approved the 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting schedule (unanimous)
- Approved the 2026 Drainage Authority meeting dates (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Board and Committee assignments (unanimous)
- Approved minimum salaries: $33,239 auditor‑treasurer, $127,108 sheriff, $134,721 attorney (unanimous)
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF THE December 2nd, 2025 COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. ELECT COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR FOR 2026 – Mo Spike, PH
Supervisor, CHS Administrator
a. CHAIR
b. VICE CHAIR
IV. APPOINTMENT OF STATE COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER
AND ALTERNATE FOR 2026 – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
a. REPRESENTATIVE
b. ALTERNATE
V. OPIOID ADVISORY COUNCIL UPDATES – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
VI. REACH OUT AND READ PROGRAM – Melanie Winger, Public Health Nurse
Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services that are Valued by the Community, Today and
Tomorrow
Vision:
A modern community where all are treated as neighbors
8:30 a.m. – Review Claims and Warrants: Bill/Steve
9:00 a.m. - Community Health Board
Annual Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 9:15 a.m.
9:15 a.m. A. Amanda Usher, County Administrator
1. Call to Order - Pledge of Allegiance
2. Elect Chair of the County Board for 2026
3. Turn meeting over to the Chair
4. Elect Vice Chair for 2026
5. Approve the January 6, 2026, County Board Agenda
9:25 a.m. Public Comment Session
9:30 a.m. B. Public Hearing – Isanti County Capital Improvement
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Mission:
Working Together to Deliver Quality Services Valued by the
Community, Today and for Generations to Come.
Annual Meeting of the Isanti County Board of Commissioners
Government Center Board Room
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
Members Present: Chairman Alan Duff, Commissioners: Bill Berg, Steve Westerberg, Todd Christensen,
Kristi LaRowe
Members Absent: None
Others Present: A Usher, H Sward, A Larson, H Nelson, J Donnay, B Wendorf, T MacMillian
Reporters: B Stickles
O0o At 9: 08 a.m., Amanda Usher, County Administrator, called the meeting to order and led the
assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
O0o Amanda Usher, County Administrator, called for the election of the County Board Chairperson
for 2025.
26/01-01 Motion by Christensen, seconded by LaRowe, to nominate Alan Duff for Chair of the
County Board for 2026. Motion carried unanimously.
O0o Amanda Usher, County Administrator, turned the meeting over to County Board Chairperson Alan
Duff.
26/01-02 Motion by Christensen, seconded by LaRowe, to nominate Steven Westerberg for Vice
Chair of the County Board for 2026. Motion carried unanimously.
26/01-03 Motion by Christensen, seconded by LaRowe, to approve the January 6, 2026, County
Board Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
O0o Public Comment Session. Public comment was made.
26/01-04 Motion by Duff, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the Consent Agenda excluding item
C-1, which was removed for separate consideratio
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
Community Health Board
Community Health Board elects chair, vice chair, and advisory member
The Isanti County Community Health Board will approve its agenda and the minutes from the December 2, 2025 meeting. It will elect a chair and vice chair for 2026 and appoint a state community health services advisory committee member and alternate. The board will receive updates from the Opioid Advisory Council and discuss the Reach Out and Read program.
- Approve agenda
- Approve minutes of Dec 2, 2025 meeting
- Elect chair and vice chair for 2026
- Appoint state community health services advisory committee member and alternate for 2026
- Opioid Advisory Council updates
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✓ Decided: Bill Berg elected chair of Community Health Board
The board unanimously approved its agenda and the December 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Commissioners elected Bill Berg as chair and Steve Westerberg as vice chair for 2026. The board also appointed Mo Spike as the County representative and Bill Berg as an alternate on the State Community Health Services Advisory Committee. The meeting was then adjourned.
- Approved agenda (unanimous)
- Approved December 2, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
- Elected Bill Berg as Chair (unanimous)
- Elected Steve Westerberg as Vice Chair (unanimous)
- Appointed Mo Spike as Representative on State Health Services Advisory Committee (unanimous)
- Appointed Bill Berg as Alternate Representative on State Health Services Advisory Committee (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting (unanimous)
📄 From the agenda
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MONTHLY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
9:00 am. Government Center Boardroom
I. CALL TO ORDER – APPROVE AGENDA
II. APPROVE MINUTES OF THE December 2nd, 2025 COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD MEETING
III. ELECT COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR FOR 2026 – Mo Spike, PH
Supervisor, CHS Administrator
a. CHAIR
b. VICE CHAIR
IV. APPOINTMENT OF STATE COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBER
AND ALTERNATE FOR 2026 – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
a. REPRESENTATIVE
b. ALTERNATE
V. OPIOID ADVISORY COUNCIL UPDATES – Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator
VI. REACH OUT AND READ PROGRAM – Melanie Winger, Public Health Nurse
📄 From the minutes
Extracted text of the official minutes document (automated extraction — may contain OCR/formatting errors).
MINUTES FOR THE JANUARY MEETING OF THE ISANTI COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH BOARD
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
9:00 a.m. Government Center Boardroom
Members Present: Commissioners Berg, Duff, Christensen, Westerberg, and LaRowe
Members Absent: None
I. CALL TO ORDER — APPROVE AGENDA
Amanda Usher, County Administrator, called the meeting to order.
Motion by Duff, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the January 6th, 2026, Community
Health Board Agenda. Motion carried unanimously.
Il. APPROVE MINUTES OF THE December 2nd, 2025, Community Health Board Meeting
Motion by Berg, seconded by Westerberg, to approve the December 2nd, 2025, Community
Health Board Meeting Minutes as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
Ill. Elect Community Health Board Chair and Vice Chair for 2026
(Mo Spike, PH Supervisor, CHS Administrator)
a. Motion by Westerberg, seconded by LaRowe, to nominate Bill Berg for Community
Health Board Chairperson. Motion carried unanimously.
b. Motion by Duff, seconded by LaRowe, to nominate Steve Westerberg for Community
Health Board Vice Chairperson. Motion carried unanimously.
IV. Appointment of State Community Health Services Advisory Committee
(Mo Spike, Public Health Supervisor, Community Health Services Administrator)
Motion by Westerberg, seconded by LaRowe, to nominate Mo Spike for Representative on
the Community Health Services Advisory Committee; and Commissioner Bill Berg for
Alternate Representatives on the Community Health Services Advisory Committee. Motion
ca
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🌐 County-level context
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities5 (2024)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (227 assisted households · 2025)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD
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