Kandiyohi County public meetings in 2025
46 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will vote on the 2026 final budget and levy, set commissioner salaries, and approve several contracts including police services, prosecution services, and recycling. They will also consider a conditional use permit, a lease for Tepetonka, and various grants and workplans. The meeting includes both action items and informational updates.
- Approve 2026 Final Budget and Levy
- Commissioner Salaries for 2026 Resolution 2025-39
- 2026 City Contracts for Prosecution Services with Spicer, Raymond and New London
- Approve Agreements for Police Services with Cities
- Bid Award: SAP 034-640-023, Bridge 93712 Extension and Site Grading
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission will consider a tabled conditional use permit application from Tepetonka Club, LLC to operate a hospitality and event center on county-owned land in Lake Andrew Township. The proposal includes outdoor recreation, sporting clays, a game preserve, lodging, and group events. Staff recommends approval with amended conditions and findings, following a November 10 public hearing where no recommendation was reached.
- Conditional use permit for Tepetonka Club LLC at 14998 Hwy 71 NE, Lake Andrew Township
- Proposed use: outdoor recreation, hospitality, event space, sporting clays, game preserve, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, equestrian use, limited lodging
- 129.82 acres total, county-owned land
- Sporting clays limited to 20 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day, no use before noon on Sundays
- Staff recommends approval with amended conditions and findings
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners is holding a special budget work session to discuss the 2026 budget, including public works, health and human services, and levy options. The agenda includes review of proposed levy amounts, reserve usage, and adjustments to various county funds and contracts.
- 2026 net levy options range from $43,586,287 to $44,416,287, compared to 2025 net levy of $41,448,434
- Proposed reserve usage of $1,155,000 to $1,655,000
- Health and Human Services adjustments include reductions in family foster care ($83,000) and group residential services ($76,000)
- Proposed cuts to county contributions for organizations including MN Soil and Water Conservation District ($120,800), Pioneerland Library System ($21,053), and Rice Regional Dental Clinic ($10,000)
- Discussion of levy-supported contracts for child and family services
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will consider consent agenda items and several action items, including grant agreements, contracts for health and human services, road improvement resolutions, and a recycling contract bid. The meeting includes both routine approvals and new business, with a public hearing on truth in taxation scheduled for later in the month.
- CEE-VI Drug and Gang Task Force Grant Agreement for 2026-2027 ($374,160)
- 2026 Woodland Centers Purchase of Services Agreement
- 2026 Prairie Lakes Youth Programs Contract and Nursing Services Contract
- Resolution 2025-46: Lake Avenue Right of Way Vacation
- Recycling Contract Bids
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
The Kandiyohi County Board will hold a work session to review a space needs study by Wold Architects and Ehlers Public Finance Advisors. The study recommends constructing a new Justice Center (courthouse addition) and expanding/renovating the Health and Human Services building, with a proposed $67.755 million bond issue. The board will discuss recommendations, financial options, and next steps, but no formal decisions are scheduled.
- Proposed new Justice Center: 53,000 USF, 3-story addition attached to Law Enforcement Center
- HHS expansion: 10,000 SF addition and renovation in Government Services Building
- Series 2026 GO CIP Bond: $67,755,000 total, with $53,000,000 for construction and $14,000,000 for other uses
- Estimated tax impact: $14.59 annual increase on a $50,000 home; $83.35 on a $200,000 home
- Phasing: courthouse construction spring 2028–late 2029, occupancy 2030; HHS renovation mid 2029–2030
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will meet to act on several items, including a grant for a weather radar pilot project, a cemetery acquisition agreement, recycling contract bids, and a tax-forfeited property repurchase. They will also discuss the 2026 budget and receive updates from department heads. A closed session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation.
- Request grant approval for Emerging Issues Account funding to establish a gap-filling weather radars pilot project
- Resolution 2025-44: Cemetery Acquisition Agreement
- Recycling Contract Bids
- Petition to Repurchase Tax Forfeited Property
- Resolution 2025-43: Assessments for GLSSWD delinquent water and sewer use
Kandiyohi – Renville Community Health Board
The Kandiyohi-Renville Community Health Board will meet to approve routine financial items, including the 2024 audit, the 2025 audit statement of work, and 2025 third-quarter financials. The board will also discuss 2026 business items, staffing updates, and a strategic plan, and will brainstorm priorities for public health in the coming year.
- Approval of 2024 CHB Audit
- Approval of 2025 CHB Audit Statement of Work
- Approval of 2025 Quarter 3 Financials
- 2026 Business Items (board terms, officers, SCHSAC appointments, per diem rates)
- Kandiyohi-Renville CHB Strategic Plan (action item)
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission is considering a conditional use permit for Tepetonka Club LLC to operate a hospitality and event center on county-owned land in Lake Andrew Township. The proposal includes outdoor recreation, lodging, and seasonal activities like sporting clays and equestrian use. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including membership-only access and limits on shooting hours. The commission will vote on the permit at this meeting.
- Conditional use permit for Tepetonka Club LLC at 14998 Hwy 71 NE, Lake Andrew Township
- Proposed use: hospitality/event center with sporting clays, game preserve, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, equestrian use, and limited lodging
- Staff recommends approval with conditions: membership-only, no rifle/pistol range, no Cervidae species on game farm
- Shooting hours restricted: max 20 days Memorial Day to Labor Day, no shooting before noon Sundays
- Permit contingent on lease agreement with Kandiyohi County
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine items, hold a public hearing on a petition to modify County Ditch 20, and consider several contracts and policies. Key actions include a PSAP services contract with Big Stone County, a SNAP joint powers agreement, 2026 public health fees, a water tower lease, and a paid family medical leave policy.
- Public hearing on petition to impound, reroute, and divert County Ditch 20 (Lake Calhoun outlet repair)
- Contract for PSAP services for Big Stone County: $152,352 (2026), $155,399 (2027), plus hourly rates
- 2026 Public Health Fees
- Water Tower Lease Agreement with MVTV Wireless
- Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML) Policy and Employee Handbook
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a Hospitality or Event Center on property owned by the Norman Kveene Liv Trust and Randy & Leslie Kveene Liv Trust in Willmar Township. Staff recommends approval with conditions including onsite parking, limited live music, a midnight end to receptions, and dust control on County Road 5. The commission will vote on the draft findings and conditions.
- Conditional use permit for Hospitality or Event Center in A-2 General Agricultural District
- Property located in NE ¼ of Section 8, Township 119, Range 35, Willmar Township (15th Ave NW)
- Conditions: onsite parking, interior-only amplified sound, receptions end by midnight
- Dust control required on County Road 5 from west to 150 feet west of driveway at 3494 15th Ave NW
- Staff recommends approval with 8 findings
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on October 7, 2025, with several action items including approving a recycling contract bid, a 2026 health insurance recommendation, a bridge overpass bid, and a U.S. Fish and Wildlife easement purchase. The board will also receive an update on the emergency management department and discuss a proposal for the landfill property.
- Recycling contract bids: Bid #1 (cities bi-weekly, rural every four weeks) totals $1,004,751 annually; Bid #2 (county-wide bi-weekly) totals $1,352,136 annually
- Bid award for SAP 034-655-003, CSAH 55 Bridge Overpass
- Approve recommendation for 2026 Health Insurance
- U.S. Fish and Wildlife Easement Purchase Request for waterfowl management rights from the Larson Family in Green Lake Township
- County Ditch 20 Petition and 2025 Public Drainage Inspection Reports for June 13 flood damage
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to consider approving the 2026 preliminary budget. The proposed budget totals $45,046,700, with a tax levy of $38,343,400 and other financing sources of $6,121,400. The board will also review a resolution (2025-33) to approve the budget under Option 2.
- Approve 2026 Preliminary Budget totaling $45,046,700
- Tax levy set at $38,343,400
- Other financing sources of $6,121,400
- Resolution 2025-33 for budget approval (Option 2)
- Budget includes 444.5 full-time equivalent positions
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will vote on several action items, including accepting a $68,250 state traffic enforcement grant, setting the solid waste management tax market price, and approving final payments for road projects. They will also hear informational updates on home and community-based services and the Housing and Redevelopment Authority's annual report, which includes new rental assistance and housing rehab funding.
- Resolution 2025-31: Accept $68,250 TZD grant from MN Dept. of Public Safety for traffic enforcement (Oct 2025-Sep 2026)
- Resolution 2025-32: Solid Waste Management Tax Market Price
- SAP 034-600-006 and KC Chloride-25: Final payment and acceptance for road projects
- Resolution 2025-34: Overpass agreement/easement for SAP 034-655-003
- HRA update: $922,112 for rental assistance, $150,000 for housing trust fund, $2,639,590 for Lakeview Apartments improvements
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission is meeting to consider six conditional use permit requests. Three are for 1MW community solar gardens in Holland Township, two are for mining and extractive uses in agricultural districts, and one is for a home-based online firearms sales and manufacturing business. Staff recommends approval for all items, with conditions.
- Novel Energy Solutions: 1MW solar garden, 19690 75th St SW, Holland Twp (reconsideration of expired CUP)
- Novel Energy Solutions: 1MW solar garden, 18755 120th St SW, Holland Twp (reconsideration of expired CUP)
- Novel Energy Solutions: 1MW solar garden, 195th Ave SW, Holland Twp
- Kraig Hanson: mining/extractive use, 15854 92nd St NE, New London Twp ($25,000 reclamation bond)
- Logan Hanson: home extended business for online firearms sales and manufacturing, 7500 158th Ave NE, New London Twp
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine items, appoint a new deputy registrar, and hear informational updates on the 2026 budget, a new health insurance broker, and a slow-no-wake ordinance. Action items include approving a liquor license and final payment for a road crackfill project.
- Approve Resolution 2025-28 appointing Lisa Weiss as Deputy Registrar of Vehicles
- Approve Resolution 2025-29 authorizing signatory duties of Auditor/Treasurer
- Approve final payment and acceptance for KC Crackfill-25 road project
- Approve on-sale intoxicating liquor license with Sunday sale for Tasting Grove
- Discuss 2026 budget update and slow-no-wake ordinance update
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will consider declaring a state of emergency for the July 27, 2025 storm, approve a professional services agreement for a community assessment report, and discuss the 2026 preliminary budget. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and claims, plus a special limited deer hunt at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center.
- Resolution 2025-27 declaring state of emergency for July 27 storm
- Professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting for Community Assessment Report (funded by $47,000 grant)
- Special limited deer hunt for hunters with disabilities at Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center, Nov 14-16, 2025
- 2026 Preliminary Budget presentation and work session
- Request for Proposals for lease and recreational use of county-owned 140-acre property (tax parcels #23-024-0060 & 23-025-0046)
Kandiyohi – Renville Community Health Board
The Kandiyohi-Renville Community Health Board will vote on 2026 environmental health program fees and approve 2025 second-quarter financials. Members will also hear updates on state legislation, staffing, and the community health assessment/improvement plan, and discuss a request from Meeker County about the board's structure.
- Approval of 2025 Quarter 2 Financials
- Approval of 2026 Environmental Health Program Fees
- Memorandum of Agreement for the Collaborative for Rural Public Health Innovation
- Request from Meeker County to Discuss CHB Structure
- State CHS Advisory Committee Report and Legislative Update
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting on July 17, 2025, with a consent agenda and several informational updates. Key items include a presentation on flood damage from the June 13 rain event, an update on federal safety net cuts, and action on a renewable natural gas landfill study, a nuisance abatement, and a planning commission recommendation. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and claims.
- Renewable Natural Gas Landfill Study - action item
- Larry Knuteson Nuisance Abatement - action item
- Planning Commission Recommendation - action item
- Highway & Public Drainage Flood Damage Presentation (June 13, 2025 Rain Event)
- Director Update - Safety Net Cuts
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission will consider a request by TDG 41, LLC to rezone part of a property in Harrison Township from RM Shoreland Resource Management to R-1 Residential Shoreland Management. The change would make zoning consistent across the parcel, which is a procedural step before any potential preliminary plat application. No actual development proposal is part of this hearing.
- Rezone request by TDG 41, LLC for property in Section 28, Township 120, Range 33, Harrison Township
- Change from RM Shoreland Resource Management to R-1 Residential Shoreland Management
- Property located on Diamond Lake, a General Development lake
- Purpose is to allow consistent zoning for potential future preliminary plat application
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will vote on several action items, including a fee schedule update, a contract for the STAY program, a resolution on police and fire member transfers, and a potential property purchase for the landfill. They will also hear presentations on a Family Resource Center initiative and a space study analysis. The meeting includes consent agenda items like approving minutes and warrants.
- Fee schedule update including new $50 child care licensing fee and $10 increase to $50 for a statement fee
- Resolution 2025-23: Police and Fire Member Transfer
- Landfill potential property purchase agreement for 14998 Highway 71 NE, New London, MN
- 2025-2026 Lutheran Social Services – STAY Program Contract
- Proclamation for PPP Supervision Week
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will consider declaring a state of emergency for the June 13, 2025 storm, approve multiple road and lake construction bids, and act on a conditional use permit for a temporary concrete batch plant. The board will also review the employee handbook, a performance report, and possibly enter closed session for real property discussion.
- Resolution 2025-21: Declaring State of Emergency for Kandiyohi County
- Bid Award: Diamond Lake Access-25, Lot Reconstruction, Trail Construction, & Road Surfacing
- Bid Award: SP 034-070-018, LED Stop Signs and Rumble Strips
- Bid Award: SP 034-070-015, 6" Wet Reflective, Grooved-In Edgelines
- Planning Commission Recommendation: Conditional Use Permit for Michels Road and Stone, Inc. temporary concrete batch plant
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission will review a conditional use permit request from Michels Road & Stone Inc. to operate a temporary concrete batch plant within an existing gravel mining site in Green Lake Township. The site is in an A-2 General Agricultural District. Staff recommends approval with conditions, including a December 31, 2025 expiration and no ingress/egress from the south on County Road 9. The commission will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.
- Temporary concrete batch plant in A-2 General Agricultural District, Section 18, Township 120, Range 34, Green Lake Township
- Landowner: Duininck Inc., 8049 Co Road 9 NE
- Staff recommends approval with conditions, including permit expiration December 31, 2025
- No ingress/egress from south of pit entrance on County Road 9
- No recommended limits on hours of operation
Board of Adjustment
The Kandiyohi County Board of Adjustment will consider the tabled appeal of Janice Schoenberg regarding a concrete ramp constructed without approval in the Shore Impact Zone at 7998 147th Ave SE, Fahlun Township. Staff recommends allowing 4 feet of the ramp to remain under a Shoreland Alteration Permit, with the rest removed, as an alternative to complete removal. The board previously tabled the matter to explore alternatives.
- Appeal of Zoning Administrator's order to remove unpermitted concrete ramp in Shore Impact Zone
- Staff recommendation: allow 4 feet of ramp width to remain as permitted steps
- Ramp approximately 22 feet wide, constructed between 2018-2020 and expanded 2022-2024
- Property: Lot 3, Block 1, Westlund Shores, Fahlun Township (7998 147th Ave SE)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider increasing the jail work release daily fee and approving a $60,000 contract for cannabis substance use prevention. Other items include a County Road 95 right of way vacation and a sewer and water improvement agreement.
- Increase jail work release daily fee from $16.00 to $22.50
- $60,000 Cannabis Substance Use Prevention Grant contract with PACT for Families Collaborative
- Resolution 2025-17: County Road 95 Right of Way Vacation
- The Nest Sewer & Water Improvement Agreement
- Closed session discussion regarding real property
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including awarding a bid for bridge replacement #34J57, approving contracts for cannabis prevention services, homeless prevention aid, and transit, and entering a closed session for real property discussion. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, and claims, plus a permit for the Spicer Commercial Club's July 4th events.
- Bid award for SAP 034-599-043, Bridge Replacement #34J57
- Resolution 2025-15: SSTS Loan Program Application/Workplan
- PACT for Families Collaborative Cannabis Substance Use Prevention Services Contract
- Local Homeless Prevention Aid Contract
- Central Community Transit (CCT) Contract
Kandiyohi – Renville Community Health Board
The Kandiyohi-Renville Community Health Board will meet on May 13, 2025, to approve the agenda, minutes, and 2025 first-quarter financials. They will also discuss board agent invoicing, a state advisory committee report, legislative updates, staffing, community health assessment/improvement plan updates, grants, and updates on opioid settlement and cannabis issues.
- Approval of 2025 Quarter 1 Financials
- Discussion on Kandiyohi-Renville Agents of the Board and Invoicing
- State CHS Advisory Committee Report: SCHSAC Talking Points
- Opioids Settlement Update / Cannabis Update
- Grants and Department Project Updates
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission will consider two conditional use permits. The first is a remand from the County Board for a feedlot expansion in Colfax Township, with staff recommending re-approval with conditions. The second is a request for a sawmill and retail store in Green Lake Township, also with staff recommending approval. Both items are up for discussion and possible action.
- Feedlot expansion at 29160 Hwy 71 NE, Colfax Township, up to 999 animal units
- Sawmill and retail store at 90th Ave NE, Green Lake Township
- Conditions for feedlot include MPCA permit and dead animal disposal
- Sawmill hours limited to Mon-Sat 8AM-6PM
- Both are conditional use permits in respective zoning districts
Board of Adjustment
The Kandiyohi County Board of Adjustment will consider an appeal by Janice Schoenberg of a zoning administrator's decision that a concrete ramp built in the Shore Impact Zone without approval must be removed. Staff recommends upholding the removal order, citing ordinance limits on alterations in shoreland areas. The board may also approve minutes from a prior meeting.
- Appeal of Janice Schoenberg regarding concrete ramp at 7998 147th Ave SE, Fahlun Township
- Ramp approximately 22 feet wide, built in Shore Impact Zone without county approval
- Staff recommends upholding removal order and shoreline restoration
- Ramp constructed in phases between 2018-2020 and 2022-2024
- Board to approve minutes of previous meeting
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the consent agenda, which includes minutes, warrants, and several agreements, and to hear informational updates from MCIT and Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Services. The board will also take action on bids, proclamations, appointments, and a public hearing for County Ditch 10. A budget work session will review 2024 actuals and 2025 first-quarter summaries.
- Approval of Auditor's Warrants and Claims
- Joint Powers Agreement and Court Services Amendment for Sheriff's Office
- Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center Preschool Driveway Bid
- Resolution 2025-14: Bridge Replacement Program (revised)
- Kandiyohi County Ditch 10 Public Hearing
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
This is a special board meeting dedicated to a strategic planning work session, not a regular decision-making meeting. The board will meet from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM to create a strategic plan and goal-setting process for Kandiyohi County. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled.
- Strategic planning work session to create a county strategic plan and goal-setting process
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will vote on several action items, including resolutions for wildlife management area acquisitions, grant agreements for boat and water safety, a landfill contract, a road construction bid, and planning commission recommendations. They will also receive informational updates on public health programs and discuss operating guidelines in a work session.
- Resolution 2025-9: Rau Prairie Potholes WMA acquisition
- Resolution 2025-10: Cabinrock WMA Tract 11 acquisition
- 2025 MN DNR Boat and Water Safety Grant ($22,148)
- 2025 Federal Boat and Water Safety Grant ($4,500)
- Bid Award: SAP 034-599-042, Grading and Surfacing
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission will review two items: a conditional use permit for a three-phase feedlot expansion in Colfax Township that would reach 999 animal units, and a final plat for The Nest, a 17-unit planned community in New London Township. Staff recommends approval for both, with conditions on the feedlot including manure management and a 999-animal-unit cap.
- Feedlot expansion to 999 animal units at 29160 Hwy 71 NE, Colfax Township
- Conditional use permit for A-2 General Agricultural District
- Final plat for The Nest, 17 units in Common Interest Community No.70, New London Township
- Staff recommends approval of both items with conditions
Board of Adjustment
The Kandiyohi County Board of Adjustment will reorganize by electing officers, approve prior minutes, and consider a variance request from Kelly Bergh for an accessory structure larger than 1,800 sq. ft. in an R-2 district. Staff recommends approval based on findings that the request is reasonable and the lot's steep slopes create a unique practical difficulty.
- Kelly Bergh: Lot 4, Block 1, Little Crow Park Second Addition, New London Township (7578 158th Ave NE)
- Variance request for accessory structure larger than 1,800 sq. ft. in R-2 Community Residential District
- Staff recommends approval of the variance
- Board will elect Chair, Vice Chair, and appoint a Secretary
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including liquor license renewals, a drainage authority hearing approval, and a land lease, followed by general business discussions and action items. Key actions include awarding bids for concrete trail and bituminous surfacing projects, appointing a watershed district manager, and proclaiming Child Abuse Prevention Month.
- Bid award: SP 034-090-005, Concrete Trail and ADA Improvements
- Bid award: SAP 034-602-043 Et al, Bituminous Surfacing and Overlays
- 2025 liquor license renewals for six establishments
- Appointment of Middle Fork Crow River Watershed District Manager
- Willmar Wye surplus property ag land lease agreement with Mark D. Johnson ($2,960.77 annual rent)
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will vote on several public works contracts for road maintenance, including crack filling, chloride application, striping, and sealcoating, and will consider a planning commission recommendation. They will also hear informational reports on victim services and the 2024 feedlot annual report, and take action on grant requests and letters of support for youth programs.
- Bid awards for KC Crackfill-25, KC Chloride-25, KC Striping-25, and KC Sealcoat-25
- Final payment and acceptance for 2024 Bituminous Surfacing - Urban
- Habitat for Humanity of West Central Minnesota application for exempt permit (raffle)
- Approval of 2024 Feedlot Annual Report
- Letter of support for Prairie Lakes Youth Program Facility
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to continue reviewing draft board operating guidelines and procedures, with the goal of adopting them for future board action. The agenda includes a detailed draft of the operating rules covering board organization, meetings, conduct, and ethics. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.
- Review of draft Board Operating Rules and Guidelines (dated 02/11/2025)
- Discussion of board compensation and expense reimbursement policies
- Proposed rules for special and emergency meetings, including notice requirements
- Guidelines for public hearings and citizen participation procedures
- Proposed code of ethics and policy violation procedures
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to discuss the MnCHOICES assessment process and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) waivers. The session includes presentations on waiver programs, the county's role, and current challenges and policy considerations. No formal decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion and informational session.
- Discussion of MnCHOICES assessment and HCBS waiver programs
- Overview of waiver programs: BI, CAC, CADI, DD, EW
- County's role in assessments and case management
- Challenges: provider shortages, budget reductions, PCA to CFSS transition
- Policy considerations: MnCHOICES revision, 365-day eligibility, governor's proposed 5% county share
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit for a storage rental facility on 2.50 acres in Green Lake Township. The applicant, Ross Anfinson, proposes two 48'x200' storage buildings in an A-2 General Agricultural District. The commission will also review conditional uses approved in 2024. One application by Kandiyohi County has been withdrawn.
- Conditional use permit for storage rental facility (2 buildings, 48'x200') on 2.50 acres at 90th St NE, Green Lake Township
- 2024 review of conditional uses, including solar gardens, wireless towers, and a feedlot expansion
- Withdrawn application by Kandiyohi County
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the consent agenda and take action on several contracts and agreements, including a 2025 Woodland Centers family services contract, an EMPG grant agreement, a new rescue squad truck purchase, a letter of support for GLSSWD spending, and a town road account distribution resolution. The board will also receive an informational presentation on strategic planning.
- 2025 Woodland Centers Family Based Services and Intensive Family Based Services Contract
- EMPG Grant Contract Agreement
- Custom Fire Contract to approve new Rescue Squad Truck
- Resolution 2025-7: Approving Town Road Account Distribution
- Prairie Pothole Conservation Association Application for Exempt Permit
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
The Kandiyohi County Board is holding a work session to receive an update from Wold Architects and Engineers on the current Office Space Needs Study. The study assesses space needs across county departments and buildings, including the Health & Human Services Building, County Office Building, and Courthouse, and will inform a long-term plan for improvements.
- Update from Wold Architects and Engineers on the Office Space Needs Study
- Space needs projections for Health & Human Services (existing 26,225 USF, projected 30,414 USF; staff 162 to 199)
- Space needs projections for Community Corrections (existing 6,030 USF, projected 8,653 USF; staff 30 to 34)
- Space needs projections for Court Operations (existing 22,816 USF, projected 24,752 USF; staff 18)
- Discussion of space standards, including office sizes (e.g., Administrator/Director 225-250 sq ft) and meeting room sizes
Kandiyohi – Renville Community Health Board
The Kandiyohi-Renville Community Health Board is meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and 2024 Q4 financials, and to discuss updates on the strategic plan, community health assessment/improvement plan, grants, and opioid/cannabis settlements. The meeting includes recognition of Kristin Erickson's service and welcomes a new commissioner.
- Approval of 2024 Q4 Financials
- Review of CHB Operating Procedures
- LPHA Legislative Action Priorities and Proposed Governor's Budget
- Opioids Settlement Update / Cannabis Update
- Recognition of Kristin Erickson's Service
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to continue reviewing drafts of board operating guidelines and procedures, with the goal of adopting them. The agenda includes a detailed draft document covering board organization, meetings, conduct, and ethics.
- Review of draft Board Operating Rules and Guidelines
- Discussion of board compensation and expense reimbursement policies
- Procedures for special and emergency meetings
- Public hearing and citizen request procedures
- Rules for broadcasting and recording meetings
Planning Commission
The Kandiyohi County Planning Commission will consider three main items: an amendment to Tepetonka Club's conditional use permit to add two residential structures and a spa, a conditional use permit for a 17-unit PUD/cluster development by Ryan Koosman, and the preliminary plat for 'The Nest' development. Staff recommends approval for all three items. The commission will also review conditional uses approved in 2024.
- Tepetonka Club LLC: amend CUP to add two residential structures and a games/spa structure at 1155 Co Road 40 NE, Lake Andrew Township
- Ryan Koosman: CUP for 17-unit PUD/cluster development in R-1 Shoreland Residential District, New London Township
- Preliminary plat 'The Nest': 17 lots, club house, and mooring/dock site in R-1 Shoreland Residential District
- 2024 Conditional Uses Review: list of 24 approved conditional uses, including solar gardens, wireless towers, and a feedlot expansion
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will consider approving a $210,000 contract with United Community Action Partnership for family-based services, along with several public works project final payments and a detour agreement. The board will also hear informational updates from community partners and the treatment court.
- 2025 United Community Action Agency Family Based Services Contract, not to exceed $210,000, at $53.61 per hour
- New London Water Tower Restoration final payment and acceptance
- KC Striping-24 final payment and acceptance
- SP 034-090-004 final payment and acceptance
- Resolution 2025-5: TH 23 Detour Agreement
Board of Commissioners
The Kandiyohi County Board will hold its annual reorganization meeting, including swearing in newly elected commissioners and electing a chair and vice chair. They will also act on several resolutions setting the 2025 official newspaper, elected officials' minimum salaries, and mileage rate, plus approve a memorandum of understanding for correctional officers and a well-being policy.
- Resolution 2025-1: Selection of official newspaper for 2025
- Resolution 2025-2: Setting 2025 elected officials minimum salaries
- Resolution 2025-3: Approval of 2025 mileage rate
- Memorandum of Understanding for Correctional Officers
- Well-Being Policy
Board of Commissioners - SPECIAL BOARD
The Kandiyohi County Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to review draft board operating guidelines and procedures. The session was requested by Chair Imdieke and continues from a November 19, 2024 work session. The board will review two documents with the same content but different formatting, including a new provision allowing special meetings to be called by any two board members or by resolution. The goal is to adopt the operating guidelines and procedures.
- Review of operating guidelines and procedures drafts
- New provision: special meetings may be called by any two board members or by resolution
- Documents include sections on board organization, conduct of debate, types of board action, agenda, and committees
- No financial impact or policy implications noted