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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Meeker County Board to review land use permits and road grant applications
The Board of Commissioners will consider several conditional and interim use permits for landscaping and housing projects. The meeting includes discussions on a new operating contract for the demolition landfill and transfer station, as well as multiple local road improvement grant applications.
- Conditional Use Permits for Johnson and Reynolds landscaping projects at Lake Minnie Belle
- Interim Use Permit for Beiler 2nd Dwelling in Swede Grove Township
- LRIP grant applications for Litchfield, Cedar Mills, Forest City, and Darwin Townships
- Purchase of a replacement squad car
- Final payment for Justice Center Parking Lot paving project
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Period
a.
October 20, 2026, Board Meeting Agenda
b.
Employee Years of Service: June-September 2026
Attachments:
• Employee Years of Service: June-September 2026 (Employee_YOS_List_f
or_Board_Chair.pdf)
c.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve October 6, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• October 6, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_October_6_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
b.
Approve Purchase of Replacement Squad Car
Attachments:
• Replacement Squad Car Purchase (Replacement_Squad_Purchase.pdf)
c.
Approve Final Acceptance and Payment for Justice Center Parking Lot
Paving Project
Attachments:
• Justice Center Parking Lot Final Acceptance and Payment (Justice_Cent
er_Parking_Lot_Final_Payment.pdf)
d.
Approve 2027 Children's Mental Health Screening Grant
e.
2.
Attachments:
• 2027 Children's Mental Health Screening Grant (CMH_Grant_Agreement.p
df)
Approve Agreement with Humane Society of Kandiyohi and Meeker Counties
Attachments:
• HSKMC Agreement (Humane_Society_Agreement.pdf)
f.
Approve Hosting and Professional Services Agreements with Counties
Providing Technology
Attachments:
• CPT Hosting and Professional Services Agreements (CPT_Agreements.pd
f)
g.
8:40 a.m. Greg Schultz, …
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 08:45
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Session
Meeker County Board to interview County Administrator finalists
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special session to conduct interviews for the County Administrator position. The meeting includes scheduled interviews with three candidates followed by board deliberations.
- Interview with Hannah Tjoflat at 9:00 a.m.
- Interview with Mark Lemen at 10:00 a.m.
- Interview with CJ Holl at 11:00 a.m.
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Session
Friday, October 16, 2026 at 8:30 am
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 10/13/2026 at 4:28
PM
8:45 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Period
a.
Amendments to October 16, 2026, Agenda
b.
Preparations for County Administrator Interviews
c.
1.
9:00 a.m. Interviews for County Administrator Position
Attachments:
• Bios (Meeker_County_Administrator_Finalists_2026_1.pdf)
9:00 a.m. Hannah Tjoflat
a.
10:00 a.m. Mark Lemen
b.
11:00 a.m. CJ Holl
c.
2.
Lunch Break
3.
12:20 p.m. Deliberations
4.
ADJOURN
5.
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Meeker County Board to vote on interim county administrator agreement
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 8:30 am for a regular session. The board will consider a consent agenda covering meeting minutes, health and human services accounts payable, a liquor license, a gambling application, a law enforcement contract, a traffic safety grant, and appointments. Later items include a demolition landfill/transfer station bid review, a plow truck purchase, a Ditch 12 redetermination of benefits, a child support annual report, and an interim county administrator agreement with Mikkell Johnson.
- Consent agenda includes approval of an On-Sale Liquor License for Darwin Rod & Gun Club
- Consent agenda includes VFW Post 2818 Off-Site Gambling Application and Resolution
- Consent agenda includes a 2027-2028 Grove City Law Enforcement Contract
- Review of Demolition Landfill/Transfer Station Bid with Land Use Records Director Greg Schultz
- Approve Purchase of Plow Truck with Snow & Ice Equipment with Public Works Director Phil Schmalz
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Period
a.
October 6, 2026, Board Meeting Agenda
b.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve September 15, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• September 15, 2026, Board Minutes (CB_September_15_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
b.
Approve On-Sale Liquor License for Darwin Rod & Gun Club
Attachments:
• Darwin Rod & Gun Club Liquor License (Darwin_Rod_Gun_Liquor.pdf)
c.
Approve VFW Post 2818 Off-Site Gambling Application and Resolution
Attachments:
• VFW Off-Site Gambling License (VFW_Of-Site_Gambling.pdf)
d.
Approve 2027-2028 Grove City Law Enforcement Contract
Attachments:
• Grove City Law Enforcement Contract (Grove_City_Law_Enforcement_Con
tract.pdf)
e.
Approve 2027 Traffic Safety Enforcement Grant Resolution
Attachments:
• Traffic Safety Enforcement Grant Resolution (MCSO_TZD_Grant_Resoluti
on.pdf)
f.
Approve Appointments to Meeker Area Partners in Prevention Community
g.
2.
RECESS COUNTY BOARD AND CONVENE COUNTY DITCH AUTHORITY
ADJOURN COUNTY DITCH AUTHORITY AND RECONVENE COUNTY
BOARD
Response to Opioids Program Subcommittee
Attachments:
• Response to Opioids Subcommittee Appointments (MAPP_Subcommitte
e_Appointments.pdf)
Approve Supplemental Information to be Included with T …
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
County board to select finalists for administrator position
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to select finalists for the County Administrator position. The agenda contains only this single item, with no other business listed.
- Selection of County Administrator finalists
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
Tuesday, September 29, 2026 at 8:30 am
| Agenda published on 09/23/2026 at 10:16 AM
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance
1.
8:30 a.m. Selection of County Administrator Finalists
2.
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
County board to vote on five conditional use permits and ditch projects
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider several conditional use permits for telecommunications and landscaping projects, approve 2027 health insurance rates for non-union employees, and award a tree removal project for County Ditch 15. The board will also hold closed sessions to discuss a real estate purchase and personnel adjustments in the 2027 budget.
- Conditional use permit for Great Plains Telecommunications Tower, Danielson Township
- Conditional use permit for Advanced Rental & Sales, Litchfield Township
- Conditional use permit for Roseen Landscaping on Star Lake
- Conditional use permit for Ellram Landscaping on Lake Manuella
- Conditional use permit for O'Brien Landscaping on Lake Washington
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Period
a.
September 15, 2026, Board Meeting Agenda
b.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve September 1, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• September 1, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_September_1_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
b.
Approve Date Change for Canvas Board
Attachments:
• Date Change for Canvas Board (Change_Date_of_Canvas_Board.pdf)
c.
Approve On- & Off-Sale Licenses for Riverside Store & Tavern
Attachments:
• Riverside Liquor Licenses (Riverside_Liquor_License.pdf)
d.
2.
8:37 a.m. Greg Schultz, Land Use Records Division Director
Approve Conditional Use Permit: Great Plains Telecommunications Tower,
Danielson Township
Attachments:
• CUP: Great Plains Telecomm Tower (CUP_Great_Plains_Telecom_Tower.p
df)
a.
Approve Conditional Use Permit: Advanced Rental & Sales, Litchfield
Township
b.
3.
RECESS COUNTY BOARD AND CONVENE COUNTY DITCH AUTHORITY
ADJOURN COUNTY DITCH AUTHORITY AND RECONVENE COUNTY
BOARD
Attachments:
• CUP: Advanced Rental & Sales (CUP_Advanced_Rental_Vehicle_Sales.pdf)
Approve Conditional Use Permit: Roseen Landscaping Project on Star Lake
Attachments:
• CUP: Roseen Landscaping (CUP_Star_Lake_Roseen_Landscaping.pdf)
c.
Approve Conditional Use Perm …
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Commissioners discuss 2027 preliminary levy and courthouse security grant
The Board of Commissioners will consider the 2027 preliminary levy and a resolution for a courthouse security grant. Other items include a public works reorganization and an agreement for county website services.
- Resolution 2026-20: Establishing the 2027 Preliminary Levy
- Resolution 2026-19: Safe and Secure Courthouse Security Grant
- Public Works Reorganization and creation of two positions
- Agreement with GHD Digital/Govstack for County Website Services
- 2027-2028 City of Watkins Law Enforcement Contract
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Recognition of WIC Coordinator Elaina Larson, Recipient of MN WIC
Everyday Hero Award
a.
Public Comment Period
b.
September 1, 2026, Board Meeting Agenda
c.
1.
8:32 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve August 18, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• August 18, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_August_18_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
b.
Approve 2027-2028 City of Watkins Law Enforcement Contract
Attachments:
• Watkins Law Enforcement Contract (Watkins_Law_Enforcement_Contrac
t.pdf)
c.
2.
8:35 a.m. Phil Schmalz, Public Works Director
Approve Public Works Reorganization and Creation of Two Positions
Attachments:
• Public Works Reorganization (Public_Works_Reorganization.pdf)
a.
3.
8:40 a.m. Joel Ramthun, Facilities Manager
Annual Maintenance Department Report
Attachments:
• Maintenance Department Annual Report (Maintenance_Report.pdf)
a.
4.
8:55 a.m. Andrew Letson, County Administrator
Resolution 2026-19: Safe and Secure Courthouse Security Grant
a.
5.
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 08/27/2026 at 12:45
PM
Attachments:
• Resolution 202-19: Courthouse Security Grant (Courthouse_Security_Gran
t.pdf)
Approve Agreement With GHD Digital/Govstack fo …
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Meeker County board reviews proposed 2027 budget and capital plan
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners held a work session to review the proposed 2027 annual budget, including a preliminary expense report, and the 2027-2029 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda included a work session memo and a PowerPoint presentation. No votes or final decisions were listed on the agenda.
- Proposed 2027 Annual Budget with Preliminary Expense Report
- Capital Improvement Plan 2027-2029
- PowerPoint presentation on combined department budget slides
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 8:30 am
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 08/20/2026 at 11:54
AM
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance
Work Session Memo
Attachments:
• Work Session Memo (August_26_Work_Session_Memo.pdf)
a.
1.
Proposed 2027 Annual Budget
Preliminary Expense Report
Attachments:
• Preliminary Expense Report (Prelim_Expense_Report_2027.pdf)
a.
Capital Improvement Plan 2027-2029
Attachments:
• Capital Improvement Plan (2027-2029_Capital_Improvement_Plan.pdf)
b.
PowerPoint Presentation
Attachments:
• PowerPoint Presentation (Aug_25_Combined_Dept_Budget_Slides_2027.p
df)
c.
2.
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 10:00
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
County ditch authority to discuss redeterminations at work session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session as the Meeker County Ditch Authority. The sole agenda item is a discussion led by Ditch Inspector Devon Savage regarding ditch redeterminations. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion-only session.
- Discussion on ditch redeterminations led by Devon Savage, Meeker County Ditch Inspector
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 10:00 am
THIS IS A SPECIAL WORK SESSION OF THE MEEKER COUNTY DITCH
AUTHORITY
| Agenda published on 08/13/2026 at 11:04 AM
10:00 a.m. or Immediately Following the Regular Board Meeting: Meeting Called to
Order
Attachments:
• Special Work Session Memo (Aug_18_Special_Work_Session_Memo.pdf)
1.
Devon Savage, Meeker County Ditch Inspector
Discussion Regarding Ditch Redeterminations
a.
2.
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Meeker County Board considers hospital financing and landfill operations
The Board of Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including a MnDOT grant agreement and a work release agreement. Discussion includes hospital revenue issuance, an interim use permit for Skyline Companies, and the search for a new County Administrator.
- Resolution for the issuance and sale of gross revenue for Meeker Memorial Hospital
- Interim Use Permit: Skyline Companies Aggregate Mining
- Solicitation of a new contract for the operation of the landfill and transfer station
- MnDOT Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant Agreement
- Position profile for the County Administrator search
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Period
a.
August 18, 2026, Board Meeting Agenda
b.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve August 4, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• August 4, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_August_4_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
b.
Approve Joint Powers Agreement with State of MN for Work Release
Attachments:
• Work Release Joint Powers Agreement (Dept._of_Corrections_JPA.pdf)
c.
Approve Purchase Squad for Boat and Water
Attachments:
• Boat and Water Squad (Boat_and_Water_Squad.pdf)
d.
Approve MnDOT Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant Agreement
Attachments:
• Local Bridge Replacement Grant Agreement (CSAH_26_Bridge_Grant_Agr
eement.pdf)
e.
2.
8:40 a.m. Mary Ellen Wells, Meeker Memorial Hospital Chief Executive Offier
Approve a Resolution Providing for the Issuance and Sale of Gross Revenue
Hospital Facilities Notes
Attachments:
• Hospital Project RBA (RBA_Hospital_Project_for_County.pdf)
a.
3.
A SPECIAL WORK SESSION of the MEEKER COUNTY DITCH AUTHORITY
WILL TAKE PLACE AT 10:00 A.M. OR IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 08/13/2026 at 10:55
AM
• Hospital Project Financing (Resolution_f …
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board to award SAP 047-626-010 bridge replacement project
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a contract for the CSAH 26 bridge replacement project. The board will also receive annual updates from the Highway and Ditch and Health and Human Services departments.
- Award of SAP 047-626-010 (CSAH 26 Bridge Replacement) project
- Resolution 2026-16: Authorizing off-site gambling for Cedar Mills Lions Club
- 3.2 License for Watkins Sportsmen Club for September 6, 2026
- Annual Highway and Ditch Department update
- Annual HHS update regarding Child Protection, Intake and Licensing Unit
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
August 4, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve July 21 and 28, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• July 21, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_July_21_2026.pdf)
• July 28, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_July_28_2026_SpMtg.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payableb.
Approve 3.2 License for Watkins Sportsmen Club on September 6, 2026.
Attachments:
• Watkins Sportsmen Club 3.2 License (Watkins_3.2_on_sale_2026.pdf)
c.
Resolution 2026-16: Authorizing Off-Site Gambling for Cedar Mills Lions Club
Attachments:
• Resolution 2026-16: Cedar Mills Lions Club Off-Site Gambling (Cedar_Mill
s_Lions_off_site_2026.pdf)
d.
2.
8:37 a.m. Phil Schmalz, Public Works Director
Award SAP 047-626-010 Project
Attachments:
• SAP 047-626-010 (CSAH_26_Bridge_Replacement.pdf)
a.
Annual Highway and Ditch Department Updateb.
3.
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 07/29/2026 at 11:13
AM
Attachments:
• Highway and Ditch Presentation (8-4-26_HWY_Update_2025_Annual_Rep
ort_PPT.pdf)
9:00 a.m. Tina Schenk, HHS Administrator, and Kirstin Langerman, HHS Supervisor
Annual Health and Human Services Department Update: Child Protection,
Intake an …
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 15:00
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Meeting
County Board to decide on executive recruitment firm proposal
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners at this special meeting will consider and potentially approve a proposal for executive recruitment services. Multiple proposals from firms such as RBA, DDA, GMP, MGT, and SCSC are attached for review. The meeting includes public comment and procedural items.
- Approval of a Proposal for Executive Recruitment Services with multiple attached proposals and a comparison matrix
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Meeting
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 3206935202) | Agenda published on 07/23/2026 at 8:20 AM
3:00 p.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
July 28, 2026, Special Meeting Agendab.
1.
3:00 p.m. Andrew Letson, County Administrator
Approval of a Proposal for Executive Recruitment Services
Attachments:
• RBA Executive Recruitment (RBA_Executive_Recruitment.pdf)
• DDA Proposal (DDA_Proposal.pdf)
• GMP Proposal (GMP_Proposal.pdf)
• MGT Proposal (MGT_Proposal.pdf)
• SCSC Proposal (SCSC_Proposal.pdf)
• Recruitment Proposals Comparison Matrix (Recruitment_Proposals_Comp
arison_Matrix.pdf)
a.
2.
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Board of Commissioners to review 2027 budget requests
The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to hear budget requests for the 2027 fiscal year. Representatives from various county departments and community organizations will present their funding needs, followed by a discussion on appropriation requests.
- 2027 Ag Society Budget Request
- 2027 Historical Society Budget Request
- 2027 Economic Development (EDA) Budget Request
- 2027 Pioneerland Library Budget Request
- 2027 County Surveyor Budget Request
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 8:30 am
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance1.
8:30 a.m. Greg Nelson, Ag Society
Attachments:
• 2027 Ag Society Budget Request (2027_Ag_Society_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
2.
8:50 a.m. Danelle Erickson, Historical Society/GAR Hall
Attachments:
• 2027 Historical Society Budget Request (2027_Historical_Society_Bdgt_Request.p
df)
3.
9:10 a.m. Scott Marquardt, Southwest Initiative Foundation
Attachments:
• 2027 SW Initiative Foundation Budget Request (2027_SWIF_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
4.
9:30 a.m. Chris Loew, Economic Development
Attachments:
• 2027 EDA Budget Request (2027_EDA_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
5.
9:50 a.m. Jen Johnson, Safe Avenues
Attachments:
• 2027 Safe Avenues Budget Request (2027_Safe_Avenues_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
6.
10:10 a.m. Donna Whitcomb, RSVP
Attachments:
• 2027 RSVP Budget Request (2027_RSVP_Ecumen_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
7.
10:30 a.m. BREAK8.
10:40 a.m. Debi Brandt, UCAP
Attachments:
• 2027 UCAP Budget Request (2027_UCAP_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
9.
SPECIAL REGULAR MEETING AT 3PM OR IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING
11:00 a.m. Karla Lundin, HRA
Attachments:
• 2027 HRA Budget Request (2027_HRA_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
10.
11:20 a.m. Christine Fischer & Kris Boedigheimer, Small Business Development
Center
Attachments:
• 2027 SBDC Budget Request (2027_SBDC_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
11.
11:40 a.m. Rachelle Golde & Beth Cronk, Pioneerland Library
Attachments:
• 2027 Pioneerland Library Budget Request (2027_PLS_Bdgt_Request.pdf)
12.
12:00 p.m. …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board approves land use permits and a health services grant contract
The Meeker County Board will consider a consent agenda, approve several land‑use permits, discuss the childcare assistance wait list and approve a grant contract for residential treatment transition costs, and approve final acceptance and payment for a public‑works project. The meeting also includes an administrator's financial report and a public works update.
- Approve Interim Use Permit for Jingles Farms, LLC
- Approve Conditional Use Permit for Midwest Metal
- Approve Conditional Use Permit for Bergstrom Pork, Inc.
- Approve grant contract with the Department of Human Services for residential treatment transition costs
- Approve final acceptance and payment of SAP 047‑599‑049
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
July 21, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve July 7, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• July 7, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_July_7_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_July_3_-_July_17.pdf)
b.
Approve Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for American Legion
Attachments:
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for American Legion (Temporary_Liqu
or_License.pdf)
c.
2.
8:37 a.m. Greg Schultz, Land Use Records Director
Approve Interim Use Permit: Jingles Farms, LLC
Attachments:
• IUP: Jingles Farms, LLC (IUP_Jingles_Farms.pdf)
a.
Approve Conditional Use Permit: Midwest Metal
Attachments:
• CUP: Midwest Metal (CUP_Midwest_Metal.pdf)
b.
Approve Conditional Use Permit: Bergstrom Pork, Inc.c.
3.
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 07/16/2026 at 1:13
PM
Attachments:
• CUP: Bergstrom Pork, Inc. (CUP_Bergstrom_Pork.pdf)
9:00 a.m. Tina Schenk, Health and Human Services Director
Discussion Regarding a Wait List for Childcare Assistance Program
Attachments:
• Childcare Assistance Program Wait List (July_21_CCAP_Waitlist_Presenta
tion_(1).pdf)
a.
Approval of a Grant …
Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board to review 5-year highway plan and roundabout project funding
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider a 5-year highway construction plan and funding for a roundabout at CSAH 34 and HWY 12. The meeting includes approvals for hospital bylaws, board appointments, and a liquor license for Darwin Rod & Gun Club.
- Approval of Meeker County 5-Year Highway Construction Plan
- Resolution 2026-14 regarding CSAH 34 & HWY 12 Roundabout Project Funding
- Final acceptance and payment of SP 047-603-013 (CSAH 3)
- Approval of Meeker Memorial Hospital and Clinics Amended Bylaws and Board Appointments
- Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Darwin Rod & Gun Club
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
July 7, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve June 16, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• June 16, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_June_16_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_June_13_-_July_2.pdf)
b.
Approve Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Darwin Rod & Gun Club
Attachments:
• Darwin Rod & Gun Club Temporary Liquor License (Darwin_Rod_Gun_Te
mp_Liquor_License.pdf)
c.
Approve Letter Regarding Certificate of Need for County to Bring MSW to
Nobles County Landfill
Attachments:
• Nobles County Landfill Letter (Nobles_County_Landfill_Letter.pdf)
d.
Approve MN Department of Veterans Affairs Grant Agreement
Attachments:
• MN Department of Veterans Affairs Grant Agreement (MDVA_Grant_Agre
ement.pdf)
e.
2.
8:37 a.m. Rob Brown, District Outreach Representative3.
Update From Congresswoman Fischbach's Officea.
8:50 a.m. Mary Ellen Wells, MMH Chief Executive Officer
Hospital Matters
Attachments:
• Hospital Matters (MMH_Matters.pdf)
a.
Approve Meeker Memorial Hospital and Clinics Amended Bylaws
Attachments:
• MMH Amended Bylaws (Hospital_Bylaws.pdf)
b.
Approve Hospital Board Appointments
Attachments:
• Hospital …
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Board will discuss Statewide Affordable Housing Aid and road fee proposals.
The commissioners’ work session will hear a presentation on Statewide Affordable Housing Aid from the Economic Development Authority director. They will also review proposed township road maintenance fees presented by the Public Works director. A report on mandated and non‑mandated health and human services will be discussed, followed by a preview of future discussion topics.
- Statewide Affordable Housing Aid discussion (Economic Development Authority)
- Township road maintenance fees proposal (Public Works)
- Mandated/Non‑mandated services report (Health & Human Services)
- Future discussion topics preview (County Administrator)
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 8:30 am
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 06/17/2026 at 10:29
AM
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance
Work Session Memo
Attachments:
• Work Session Memo (June_23_Work_Session_Memo.pdf)
a.
1.
8:30 a.m. Lisa Graphenteen, Economic Development Authority Director
Statewide Affordable Housing Aid
Attachments:
• SAHA (Statewide_Affordable_Housing_Aid_Discussion.pdf)
a.
2.
9:00 a.m. Phil Schmalz, Public Works Director
Township Road Maintenance Fees
Attachments:
• Township Road Maintenance Fees (Township_Road_Maintenance_Fees.pd
f)
a.
3.
9:30 a.m. Tina Schenk, Health & Human Services Director
Mandated/Non-Mandated Services Report
Attachments:
• Mandated/Non-Mandated Services Summary (6-23-26_FInal_MCHHS_Fis
cal_Mandated_NonMandated_Summary_Updated.pdf)
a.
4.
10:00 a.m. Andrew Letson, County Administrator
Future Discussion Topicsa.
5.
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 16:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board considers land use permits and 2027 budget kickoff
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will review land use permits for a dwelling and a telecommunications tower. The board will also discuss the 2027 budget kickoff and receive a strategic plan progress report.
- Interim Use Permit for second dwelling for a blood relative in Darwin Township
- Conditional Use Permit for telecommunications tower in Forest City Township
- Purchase of 2026 boat for Sheriff's Office
- Purchase of budgeted election equipment
- Suicide Prevention Grant Coordinator Subcontract with Sojourn Counseling
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 4:30 pm
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
4:30 p.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
June 16, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
4:35 p.m. Consent Agenda
Approve June 2, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• June 2, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_June_2_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_May_30_-_June_12.pdf)
b.
Approve Grant Agreement Amendment for Crime Victim Advocacy Services
Attachments:
• Grant Agreement Amendment-Crime Victim Advocacy Services (Crime_V
ictim_Advocacy_Grant_Agreement.pdf)
c.
Approve Purchase of 2026 Boat for Sheriff's Office
Attachments:
• Sheriff's Office Boat Purchase (2026_Boat_Purchase.pdf)
d.
Approve 2026 State Boat and Water Safety Grant Agreement
Attachments:
• Boat and Water Safety Grant Agreement (2026_Boat_and_Water_Safety_G
rant.pdf)
e.
Approve Purchase of Budgeted Election Equipmentf.
2.
Attachments:
• Election Equipment (RBA_for_Election_equipment.pdf)
4:40 p.m. Karen Johnson, Cassidy Martin and Lori Vicich, U of M Extension Services
Farm Family of the Year
Attachments:
• Schiefelbein Farms-Farm Family of the Year (2026_Schiefelbein_Farm_Fa
mily_of_the_Year.pdf)
a.
4-H Community Project
Attachments:
• 4-H Project Information (Extension_Presentation.pdf)
b.
3.
4:50 p.m. Greg Sch …
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board to adopt Resolution 2026-13 authorizing housing support services
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items, including approval of the May 19, 2026 meeting minutes, accounts payable for Health and Human Services, County and Hospital, reappointments to the Economic Development Authority, and liquor license renewals. The board will also appoint commissioners to the County Canvas Board. The primary action is the adoption of Resolution 2026-13 to develop and oversee housing support services.
- Approve May 19, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes
- Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
- Approve reappointments to the Economic Development Authority
- Approve Liquor License Renewals
- Adopt Resolution 2026-13 authorizing development and oversight of housing support services
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
Employee Years of Service Announcements
Attachments:
• Employee Years of Service (Employee_YOS_List_for_Board_Chair.pdf)
b.
June 2, 2026, Board Meeting Agendac.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve May 19, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• May 19, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_May_19_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_May_16_-29.pdf)
b.
Approve Reappointments to the Economic Development Authority
Attachments:
• Economic Development Authority Appointments (RBA_-_EDA_Board_App
t_6.2.26.pdf)
c.
Approve Liquor License Renewals
Attachments:
• Liquor License Renewals (Liquor_License_Renewals.pdf)
d.
2.
8:40 a.m. Heather Lemieux, County Financial Officer
Appoint County Commissioners to Canvas Boarda.
3.
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 05/28/2026 at 10:40
AM
Attachments:
• Canvas Board Appointments (County_Canvas_Board_2026.pdf)
8:45 a.m. Tina Schenk, Health and Human Services Director
Resolution 2026-13: Authorizing Development and Oversight of Housing
Support Services
Attachments:
• Resolution 2026-13: Development & Oversight of Housing Support Servi
ces (Housing_Support_Con …
Tue May 26, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Board reviews ditch redetermination and 5‑year highway construction plan
The board will discuss a ditch redetermination presented by County Ditch Inspector Devon Savage. They will also review the public works department’s five‑year highway construction plan, including an update on the CSAH 34 and Highway 12 intersection roundabout project and a review of staffing, equipment and service levels. The meeting will conclude with a brief look at future discussion topics.
- Ditch Redetermination presented by County Ditch Inspector
- CSAH 34 & Highway 12 Intersection Project Update (roundabout funding)
- Staffing, equipment and service levels review for highway department
- Overview of the 5‑Year Highway Construction Plan
- Future discussion topics (unspecified)
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 8:30 am
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 05/21/2026 at 11:08
AM
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance
Work Session Memo
Attachments:
• Work Session Memo (May_26_Work_Session_Memo.pdf)
a.
1.
8:30 a.m. Devon Savage, County Ditch Inspector
Ditch Redetermination
Attachments:
• Ditch Redetermination (Redetermination_of_Benefits.pdf)
a.
2.
9:00 a.m. Phil Schmalz, Public Works Director
5-Year Construction Plan
Attachments:
• 5-Year Plan (5-Year_Highway_Construction_Plan.pdf)
a.
CSAH 34 & HWY 12 Intersection Project Update
Attachments:
• 34/12 Intersection Update (CSAH_34_HWY_12_Roundabout_Funding.pdf)
b.
Staffing, Equipment and Service Levels
Attachments:
• Staffing, Equipment, Service Levels (Highway_Staffing_Equipment_and_Se
rvice_Levels.pdf)
c.
3.
10:00 a.m. Future Discussion Topics4.
ADJOURN5.
Tue May 19, 2026 · 10:00
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
Board to review housing support contracts and plans
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to discuss housing support. Health and Human Services Director Tina Schenk will present information regarding housing support contracts and proposed plans.
- Review of Housing Support Contract
- Discussion of Litchfield Fit Plan options
- Review of 2024 homeless numbers
- Review of letter from Litchfield HRA
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00 am
| Agenda published on 05/14/2026 at 12:53 PM
10:00 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance1.
10:01 a.m. Tina Schenk, Health and Human Services Director
Housing Support Contract
Attachments:
• Housing Support (HS_powerpoint_4_2026_KW_-_work_session.pdf)
• Proposed Plans (26-0312_Litchfield_Fit_Plan_Revised_3_Options.pdf)
• Ucap 2024 Homeless Numbers (Ucap_2024_Homeless_Numbers.pdf)
• Litchfield HRA Letter (Letter_from_LFD_HRA.pdf)
a.
2.
Tue May 19, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board to consider land use permits and paving project awards
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will review several conditional and interim use permits for landscaping, farming, and mining. The board is also scheduled to award contracts for paving projects on CSAH 14 and the Justice Center parking lot.
- Conditional Use Permit: Gopher Campfire Landscaping Project
- Conditional Use Permit: Schiefelbein Farms Facility Expansion
- Interim Use Permit: Dassel Township Aggregate Mining
- Interim Use Permit: Acton Township 2nd Dwelling for Relative
- Award of CSAH 14 Paving Project and Justice Center Parking Lot Paving
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
May 19, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:32 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve May 5, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• May 5, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_May_5_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_May_1_-15.pdf)
b.
Approve Park Board Appointment
Attachments:
• Park Board Appointment (Park_Board_Appointment.pdf)
c.
Approve 2026 Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Patrol Grant Agreement
Attachments:
• 2026 Federal Boating Safety Patrol Grant (Federal_Boating_Safety_Patro
l_Grant_Agreement.pdf)
d.
Approve Quote for Purchase and Implementation of SIEM/SOC Solution
Attachments:
• SIEM/SOC Solution Contract (SIEM_Quote.pdf)
e.
2.
8:35 a.m. Sarah Vonderharr, PACT For Families Executive Director
Annual Updatea.
3.
Attachments:
• PACT Annual Update (PACT_Report.pdf)
8:55 a.m. Greg Schultz, Land Use Records Director
Conditional Use Permit: Gopher Campfire Landscaping Project
Attachments:
• CUP: Gopher Campfire (CUP_Gopher_Campfire.pdf)
a.
Conditional Use Permit: Schiefelbein Farms Facility Expansion
Attachments:
• CUP: Schiefelbein Farms (CUP_Schiefelbein_Farms.pdf)
b.
Interim Use Permit: Dassel Township Aggregate Mining
Attachments:
• I …
Tue May 5, 2026 · 10:00
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
Board reviews housing support contract and related plans
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will discuss a Housing Support Contract. They will review a presentation, revised Litchfield Fit Plan options, UCAP 2024 homeless numbers, and a letter from Litchfield HRA. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- Review of Housing Support Contract
- Discussion of Litchfield Fit Plan (three revised options)
- Examination of UCAP 2024 homeless numbers
- Consideration of Litchfield HRA letter
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00 am
| Agenda published on 04/30/2026 at 11:24 AM
10:00 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance1.
Tina Schenk, Health and Human Services Director
Housing Support Contract
Attachments:
• Housing Support Presentation (HS_powerpoint_4_2026_KW_-_work_sessi
on.pdf)
• Proposed Plans (26-0312_Litchfield_Fit_Plan_Revised_3_Options.pdf)
• Ucap 2024 Homeless Numbers (Ucap_2024_Homeless_Numbers.pdf)
• Litchfield HRA Letter (Letter_from_LFD_HRA.pdf)
a.
2.
Tue May 5, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board to approve zoning ordinance amendments
The Meeker County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as the April 21 meeting minutes, health and human services accounts payable, and reappointment of the County Engineer. It will also act on several specific proposals, including a temporary liquor license for the Forest City Threshers, a quote for five Cisco network switches, and an amended work‑release agreement with the Department of Corrections. Additional items include a park board appointment, a report on domestic violence statistics, and personnel changes for Health and Human Services.
- Approve temporary liquor license for Forest City Threshers
- Approve quote from Marco for five Cisco network switches
- Approve amended Joint Powers Department of Corrections work‑release agreement
- Approve zoning ordinance amendments
- Approve proposal from Tom's Carpet for carpet replacement in Government Center
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
May 5, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:32 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve April 21, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• April 21, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_April_21_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_Apr_18_-_1.pdf)
b.
Resolution 2026-10: Establishing Absentee Ballot Board
Attachments:
• Resolution 2026-10: Establishing Absentee Ballot Board (Appointment_o
f_Absentee_Board_Res2026-10_05052026.pdf)
c.
Approve Temporary Liquor License for Forest City Threshers
Attachments:
• Forest City Threshers Liquor License (Temp_Liquor_-_Forest_City_Thresh
ers.pdf)
d.
Resolution 2026-11: Reappointing Philip Schmalz as County Engineer
Attachments:
• Resolution 2026-11: Reappointing County Engineer (Engineer_Reappoint
ment.pdf)
e.
Approve Quote from Marco for Five Cisco Network Switchesf.
2.
Attachments:
• Marco Quote for Switches (Switch_Replacements.pdf)
Approve 2026 Federal Boating Safety Grant
Attachments:
• 2026 Federal Boating Safety Grant (Boat_and_Water_Equipment_Grant.pd
f)
g.
Approve Amended Joint Powers Department of Corrections Work Release
Agreement
Attachments:
• Amended Work Release Agreement (Amendment_SWIFT_Contract_ID_270 …
Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board approves $15,000 state aid for affordable housing
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals such as meeting minutes, accounts payable, and several contracts. They will also vote on a $15,000 allocation request for statewide affordable housing aid and approve a public sale of tax‑forfeited lands with Steffes Group as auctioneer. Additional items include a tax abatement request, a feedlot officer annual report, and several land‑use permits.
- Award Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Pavement Marking Contract
- Approve contract with Fidlar Technologies for the Laredo Product
- Approve $15,000 allocation for Statewide Affordable Housing Aid
- Approve Conditional Use Permit for Allied Dairy Expansion in Litchfield Township
- Approve public sale of tax‑forfeited lands with Steffes Group as auctioneer
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
April 21, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:33 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve April 7, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• April 7, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_April_7_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_Apr_4_-_17.pdf)
b.
Award Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) Pavement Marking
Contract
Attachments:
• HSIP Pavement Marking Contract (HSIP_Pavement_Marking_Contract.pdf)
c.
Approve Contract with Fidlar Technologies for the Laredo Product
Attachments:
• Laredo Contract (Laredo_Contract.pdf)
d.
Approve 2026 Agreements for Additional Watercraft Inspection Services
Attachments:
• Watercraft Inspection Services Agreements (Additional_Watercraft_Inspec
tion_Agreement.pdf)
e.
Approve MN Pollution Control Agency Loan Agreement for Failing Septic
System Upgrades
f.
2.
Attachments:
• MPCA Failing Septic Loan Agreement (Clean_Water_Partnership_Loan_Agr
eement.pdf)
8:35 a.m. Ann Steinhaus, County Feedlot Officer
Approve 2025 County Feedlot Officer Annual Report
Attachments:
• 2025 Feedlot Annual Report (2025_CFO_Ann_Rpt_and_Financial_Rpt.pdf)
a.
3.
8:40 a.m. Melissa Voigt, County Assessor
Consideration of Tax Abatement Request
Att …
Tue Apr 7, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026 county fee schedule changes.
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes approvals for March meeting minutes, accounts payable, aquatic invasive species grants, a jail medical services contract, a park mower purchase, and a Ducks Unlimited gambling resolution. Public Works Director Phil Schmalz will present contract awards for pavement marking, bridge priority, and a CSAH paving project, along with a fund transfer resolution. Health and Human Services Director Tina Schenk will approve opioid response program guidelines, a housing support provider manual, and review an annual mental‑health report. A public hearing will be held on proposed 2026 fee schedule amendments, followed by a vote to adopt the changes.
- Approve Advanced Correctional Healthcare Jail Medical Services Contract
- Approve purchase of commercial riding mower for Koronis Regional Park
- Award 2026 CSAH pavement marking contract
- Approve Community Response to Opioids Program Guidelines
- Public hearing and approval of 2026 fee schedule amendments
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
April 7, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve March 17, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• March 17, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_March_17_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_Mar_14_-_3.pdf)
b.
Approve 2026 Aquatic Invasive Species Community Grants
Attachments:
• 2026 AIS Community Grants (2026_AIS_Grant_Awards.pdf)
c.
Approve Advanced Correctional Healthcare Jail Medical Services Contract
Attachments:
• ACH Jail Medical Services Contract (Jail_ACH_Contract.pdf)
d.
Approve Purchase of Commercial Riding Mower for Koronis Regional Park
Attachments:
• Koronis Regional Park Mower (Commerical_Mower_Purchase.pdf)
e.
Resolution 2026-7: Authorizing Ducks Unlimited Off-Site Gamblingf.
2.
Attachments:
• Resolution 2026-7: Ducks Unlimited Off-Site Gambling (Ducks_Unlimite
d_Gambling.pdf)
8:40 a.m. Phil Schmalz, Public Works Director
Award 2026 CSAH Pavement Marking Contract
Attachments:
• 2026 CSAH Pavement Marking Contract (2026_Pavement_Marking_Contra
ct.pdf)
a.
Resolution 2026-8: Establishing Bridge Replacement Priority List
Attachments:
• Resolution 2026-8: Bridge Replacement Priority List (Bridge_Prio …
Tue Mar 24, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Board will discuss strategy for the opioid settlement
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the county's strategy for using opioid settlement funds. The discussion will reference the Minnesota State‑Subdivision Agreement and several MAPP program documents attached to the agenda. No formal decisions are indicated on the agenda.
- Opioid Settlement Strategy Discussion – review of Minnesota State‑Subdivision Agreement (12‑8‑21) and MAPP program materials
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 8:30 am
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 03/19/2026 at 12:55
PM
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance
Attachments:
• Work Session Memo (Mar_24_Work_Session_Memo.pdf)
1.
8:30 a.m. Opioid Settlement Strategy Discussion
Attachments:
• Opioids State-Subdivision Memorandum of Agreement (Minnesota_State-Subdivi
sion_Agreement_(12-8-21_Final).pdf)
• 1. A. MAPP Community Response to Opioids Program Overview and Guidelines
(1._A._MAPP_Community_Response_to_Opioids_Program_Overview_and_Guideline
s.pdf)
• 1. B. Application MAPP Community Response to Opioid Program (1._B._Applicati
on_MAPP_Community_Response_to_Opioid_Program.pdf)
• 1. C. Applicant Opioid Settlement Reporting and Compliance Acknowledgement
Form (1._C._Applicant_Opioid_Settlement_Reporting_and_Compliance_Acknowledg
ement_Form.pdf)
• 1. D. Score Card MAPP subcommittee (1._D._Score_Card_MAPP_subcommittee.p
df)
• Community Response to Opioids Program (March_27_2026_Community_Respons
e_to_Opioids_Program_PP.pdf)
2.
Tue Mar 17, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board to approve modification of statewide affordable housing aid
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider several approvals, including a modification to the Statewide Affordable Housing Aid program and recommended changes to the county zoning ordinance. The meeting also includes a closed‑session discussion of the 2026 Safe Assure Agreement, a resolution appointing commissioners to the Joint County Drainage Authority for Judicial Ditch 17, and a permit renewal for Riverside Store & Tavern. Additional items are the annual reports from the hospital, Woodland Centers, and the Land Use Records department, followed by a preference hearing and committee updates.
- Approve Modification of Statewide Affordable Housing Aid
- Approve Recommended Changes to Zoning Ordinance
- Approve Safe Assure Agreement (closed session)
- Resolution 2026-6: Appoint Commissioners to Joint County Drainage Authority for Judicial Ditch 17
- Approve Consumption and Display Permit Renewal for Riverside Store & Tavern
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
March 17, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
Employee Years of Service Award Announcements: February 2026c.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve March 3, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• March 3, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_March_3_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_Feb_28-13.pdf)
b.
Approve Consumption and Display Permit Renewal for Riverside Store &
Tavern
Attachments:
• Renewal Permit for Riverside Store & Tavern (Riverside_Liquor_License_R
enewal.pdf)
c.
Resolution 2026-5: Designating Commissioner as Ex-Officio Member of
Meeker County Planning Commission
Attachments:
• Resolution 2026-5: Designating Commissioner to Planning Commission
(Planning_Commission_Appointment.pdf)
d.
Approve 2026 Safe Assure Agreemente.
2.
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO 13D.05 Subd. 3b, ATTORNEY CLIENT
PRIVILEGE TO DISCUSS MATTERS RELATED TO A PENDING VETERANS
Attachments:
• 2026 Safe Assure Agreement (Safe_Assure_Agreement.pdf)
8:40 a.m. Mary Ellen Wells, Hospital CEO, and Tyler Ulseth, Hospital CFO
Hospital Matters
Attachments:
• Hospital Matters (MMH_Matters.pdf)
a.
3.
8:50 a.m. Ashley Kjos, Woodland Centers Director
Annual Report
Attachments:
• W …
Tue Mar 3, 2026 · 10:00
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
Board to discuss proposed zoning ordinance amendments
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold a special work session on March 3, 2026. The agenda includes a discussion of proposed zoning ordinance amendments. No other agenda items are listed.
- Proposed zoning ordinance amendments – discussion (attachment: Zoning_Ordinance_Amends.pdf)
zoningordinanceplanningboard
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 10:00 am
| Agenda published on 02/26/2026 at 8:52 AM
10:00 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with the Pledge of Allegiance
Attachments:
• Work Session Memo (Mar_3_Work_Session_Memo.pdf)
1.
10:00 a.m. Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments Discussion
Attachments:
• Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendments (Zoning_Ordinance_Amends.pdf)
2.
Tue Mar 3, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board to review 115-kV transmission line project preview
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a transmission line project preview from Great River Energy. The board will also consider several consent agenda items including tax distributions and a liquor license renewal.
- 115-kV Transmission Line Project preview by Great River Energy
- 2026 Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspection & Decontamination Services Contract
- Distribution of 2025 Aggregate Tax
- Club On-Sale Liquor Renewal for Cedar Mills Gun Club
- Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
energy-infrastructuretaxesliquor-licenseenvironmentcounty-budget
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
March 3, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:32 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve February 17, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• February 17, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_February_17_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_Feb_14-27.pdf)
b.
Approve 2026 Aquatic Invasive Species Watercraft Inspection &
Decontamination Services Contract and Delegation Agreement
Attachments:
• AIS Services Contract and Delegation Agreement (AIS_Agreements.pdf)
c.
Approve Distribution of 2025 Aggregate Tax
Attachments:
• 2025 Aggregate Tax Distribution (2025_Gravel_Tax_Distribution.pdf)
d.
Approve Club On-Sale Liquor Renewal for Cedar Mills Gun Club
Attachments:
• Renewal Liquor License for Cedar Mills Gun Club (Cedar_Mills_Gun_Clu
b_Liquor_Renewal.pdf)
e.
2.
8:35 a.m. Mark Strohfus, Great River Energy Project Manager
115-kV Transmission Line Project Previewa.
3.
A SPECIAL WORK SESSION WILL BE HELD AT 10 A.M. OR IMMEDIATELY
FOLLOWING THE REGULAR MEETING
Contact: Cori Heacock (
[email protected] 320-693-5202) | Agenda published on 02/26/2026 at 8:49
AM
Attachments:
• Transmission Line Preview (Great_River_Energy_Fact_Sheet.pdf)
9:05 a.m. Andrew …
Tue Feb 17, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Public hearing on Meeker County hunting ordinance scheduled for 6 p.m.
The Meeker County Board will consider routine consent agenda items, equipment purchases, road contracts, a resolution to implement a local option sales tax for transportation projects, land‑use permits, a joint powers agreement with Paynesville, zoning ordinance amendments, and a public hearing on a hunting ordinance. The meeting includes reports from the Human Resources Director and the County Administrator, as well as a committee update.
- Approve purchase of Smooth Drum Roller
- Approve purchase of plow truck with snow & ice equipment
- Award 2026 Chip Seal Contract on CSAH 3 and CSAH 12
- Resolution 2026-4: Implementing a local option sales tax for transportation projects
- Public hearing on hunting ordinance at 6:00 p.m.
procurementtransportationland-usezoninghuntingfinance
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
February 17, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
Employee Years of Service Awards Announcements
Attachments:
• Employee Years of Service Awards (Employee_YOS_List_for_Board_Chai
r.pdf)
c.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve February 3, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• February 3, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_February_3_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_Feb_1-17.pdf)
b.
Approve Purchase of Smooth Drum Roller
Attachments:
• Smooth Drum Roller Purchase (Approval_to_Purchase_Roller.pdf)
c.
2.
8:37 a.m. Ann Steinhaus, County Feedlot Officer
2026 Feedlot Delegation Agreement Work Plan
Attachments:
• 2026 Feedlot Delegation Agreement Work Plan (Feedlot_Deleg_Agree_Wo
rk_Plan.pdf)
a.
3.
8:45 a.m. Phil Schmalz, Public Works Director4.
Approve Purchase of Plow Truck with Snow & Ice Equipment
Attachments:
• Plow Truck/Snow & Ice Equipment Purchase (Approval_to_Purchase_Plo
w_Truck_with_Snow_Ice_Equipment.pdf)
a.
Award 2026 Chip Seal Contract on CSAH 3 and CSAH 12
Attachments:
• 2026 Chip Seal Contract on CSAH 3 & CSAH 12 (Award_2026_Chip_Sea
l_Contract.pdf)
b.
Set Pavement Letting Date of Justice Center Parking Lot
Attachments:
• Ju …
Tue Feb 3, 2026 · 08:30
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Board will consider a resolution to approve a transportation sales and use tax
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will first vote on a consent agenda that includes approvals for minutes, various licenses, equipment purchases, and a clinical supervision contract. At 8:45 a.m. the board will hold a public hearing on Resolution 2026‑4 to approve a local option transportation sales and use tax. Later, the board will accept a report from the Family Resource Center and consider a grant application to the Sauer Family Foundation. The meeting also includes an annual public health department report and an administrator’s report.
- Approve temporary on‑sale liquor license for Darwin Rod & Gun Club
- Approve tobacco licenses for Dollar General locations in Eden Valley and Dassel
- Approve purchase of a mower and a drum mulcher for highway maintenance
- Approve final acceptance of the 2025 chip seal contract
- Public hearing on Resolution 2026‑4: approving a transportation sales and use tax
taxeslicensingpublic-workshealthprocurement
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BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 8:30 am
Click the Link Below to Access Live Stream/Recording of This Meeting
Meeker County YouTube Channel
8:30 a.m. Meeting Called to Order with Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment Perioda.
February 3, 2026, Board Meeting Agendab.
1.
8:35 a.m. Consent Agenda
Approve January 20, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes
Attachments:
• January 20, 2026, Board Meeting Minutes (CB_January_20_2026.pdf)
a.
Approve Health and Human Services, County and Hospital Accounts Payable
Attachments:
• Accounts Payable (RBA-Claims_Jan_17-31.pdf)
b.
Approve Temporary On-Sale Liquor License: Darwin Rod and Gun Club
Attachments:
• Temporary On-Sale: Darwin Rod & Gun Club (Darwin_Rod_Gun_Temp_Liq
uor_License.pdf)
c.
Approve Tobacco Licenses for Dollar General Eden Valley and Dassel
Attachments:
• Tobacco Licenses: Dollar General Eden Valley and Dassel (Dollar_Genera
l_Tobacco_2026.pdf)
d.
Approve Submitting the Pay Equity Report
Attachments:
• Pay Equity Report (Pay_Equity_Report.pdf)
e.
Approve Mower Purchasef.
2.
Attachments:
• Mower Purchase (Hwy_Mower_Purchase_020326.pdf)
Approve Drum Mulcher Purchase
Attachments:
• Drum Mulcher Purchase (Hwy_Drum_Mulcher_Purchase_020326.pdf)
g.
Approve 2026 Woodland Centers Clinical Supervision Contract
Attachments:
• Woodland Centers Clinical Supervision Contract (Clinical_Supervision_Co
ntract.pdf)
h.
8:40 a.m. Phil Schmalz, Public Works Director
Approve 2025 Chip Seal Final Acceptance
Attachments:
• F …
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