Meeker County public meetings in 2021
35 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2022 annual budget and property tax levy, approve personnel and wage adjustments, and decide whether to participate in multistate opioid settlements. The board will also hold public hearings on the 2022 fee schedule and County Ditch 19, and consider various contracts, hires, and land-use items.
- Resolution 2021-27: Approve 2022 Annual Budget and Property Tax Levy
- Resolution 2021-29: Approval to Participate in Multistate Settlements Relating to Opioid Lawsuit
- Public Hearing: Proposed 2022 Fee Schedule
- Approve hire of full-time heavy equipment operators Duaine Zaeska & Kobe Holtz at $20.94/hour
- Approve rezoning & preliminary plat of Swan Lake Bluffs
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will vote on several administrative items, including grants, contracts, personnel actions, and public works payments. The board will also convene as the County Ditch Authority to re-establish drainage system records for Ditch 15. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.
- Approve 2020 Emergency Management Performance Support Grant (EMPG-S) for period Jan. 27, 2020 – Jan. 21, 2022
- Approve 2022 Medical Consultant Contract with Dr. Richard Searl
- Approve final acceptance and payment for asphalt pavement patches on CSAHs 15, 17, 20 & 3, and SAP 047-606-011 & SAP 047-601-023 (CSAHs 1 & 6)
- Approve hire of full-time social workers Hannah Anders and Samantha Winget at $26.75/hour, effective Dec. 13, 2021
- Approve notification letter to Prime Health of intent to leave joint self-insured pool, effective Dec. 31, 2022
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss two items: a presentation on the county cost reporting dashboard by the Social Services Director, and a discussion on group health insurance led by the County Administrator. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information.
- County Cost Reporting Dashboard presentation by Social Services Director Paul Bukovich
- Group Health Insurance discussion led by County Administrator Andrew Letson
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular session, covering a range of administrative and operational items. Actions include approving a feedlot program agreement, hiring two new county employees, considering a watershed management plan, and authorizing purchases of a tractor and a plow truck. The board will also set a public hearing for the 2022 fee schedule and discuss a courthouse security grant.
- Approve 2022-2023 MPCA County Feedlot Program Delegation Agreement Work Plan
- Hire full-time Social Worker Jeff Lange at $26.75/hour, effective Dec 1, 2021
- Hire full-time Assessor Technician Michaela Stade at $19.28/hour, effective Nov 29, 2021
- Resolution 2021-24: Adopt Sauk River Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan
- Approve purchase of John Deere 61430M tractor and mower, and 2023 Mack plow truck
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel actions, including hiring part-time deputies and a corrections officer, and promoting a dispatcher. They will also review a conditional use permit extension for a community solar garden, approve social services agreements, and update county personnel policies. A closed session is scheduled to discuss pending litigation.
- Hire PT Deputy Chandler Theis at $25.88/hr, effective Nov 3, 2021
- Hire PT Corrections Officer Joshua Fank at $20.53/hr, effective Nov 15, 2021
- Promote PT Dispatcher Carrie Danielson to full-time, effective Nov 5, 2021
- CUP extension request for DeGroot Community Solar Garden
- Resolution 2021-23: Approve off-site gambling application from VFW Post 2818
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to receive updates on the Meeker Cares program and County Ditch 15, including re-establishment of drainage system records and redetermination of benefits. The board will also discuss ditch legal fees. No formal decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Meeker Cares update from Social Services Director Paul Bukovich
- County Ditch 15 update including re-establishment of public drainage system records
- Engineer's report for redetermination of benefits for County Ditch 15
- Discussion of ditch legal fees
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Board of Commissioners will review several liquor license applications and land use permits. The meeting also includes discussions on revolving loan fund revisions and county ditch authority petitions.
- Public hearing for Shaggy's Bonfire LLC liquor licenses
- Final approval of petition to use County Ditch 18 as an outlet
- Approval of Assistant County Attorney hire at $32.67 per hour
- Final Plat Application for Johnson Oasis
- Quotes for roof replacement at Fairgrounds Impound Building and carpet replacement in Social Services
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Board of Commissioners will review several personnel hires for the Sheriff's Office and a server upgrade for the jail. The meeting also includes discussions on building code agreements, medical leave policies, and public hearings regarding county ditches.
- Hiring of two full-time corrections officers at $20.53 per hour
- Approval of Accurate Controls, Inc. quote for jail control computers and server upgrade
- Agreement with City of Eden Valley for building code enforcement services
- Public hearing regarding petition to use County Ditch 18 as an outlet
- Approval of Office of Justice Programs grant agreement for crime victim services
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss three specific topics. The agenda included discussions on the Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Program, the Ditch Levy Process, and the 2022 Redistricting Process. No votes or final decisions were recorded in the provided agenda text.
- Discussion of the Aquatic Invasive Species Prevention Program
- Discussion of the Ditch Levy Process
- Discussion of the 2022 Redistricting Process
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a proposed contract with Wold Architects for courthouse and Family Services Center improvements, along with several land use applications and staffing requests. The board will also set a public hearing for an off-sale liquor license application and discuss rescheduling the December 7, 2021 board meeting.
- Proposed contract with Wold Architects for Courthouse and Family Services Center improvements
- Set public hearing for off-sale liquor license application: Shaggy's Bonfire
- Rezoning and preliminary plat applications: Paul & Lori Johnson, Johnson Oasis, Darwin
- Bridge replacement agreement with Litchfield Township
- Interim use permit application: Thomas Wold, Darwin
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the preliminary 2022 budget and levy, along with a two-year American Rescue Plan spending plan. The board will also hear presentations on MnDOT District 8 planning and hospital matters, and vote on several resolutions and hires.
- Adopt preliminary 2022 budget and levy
- American Rescue Plan 2-year plan
- Resolution #2021-21: City of Cosmos maintenance agreement
- Resolution #2021-22: CSAH 33 speed study
- Hire part-time deputies Jordan Lemke and Taylor Schimmelman at $25.88/hour
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Board of Commissioners will review several conditional and interim use permits for various locations. The meeting also includes discussions on a Radiological Emergency Preparedness grant and appointments to the Economic Development Authority Board.
- Radiological Emergency Preparedness (REP) Grant agreement
- Conditional Use Permit: Stedham, Dassel, MN
- Conditional Use Permit: Trebil, Grove City
- Conditional Use Permit: Mitchell, South Haven
- Rezoning & Preliminary Plat: Carlson, Litchfield
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on a veterans outreach grant, several county hires, an anonymous donation to the sheriff's office, and a Wi-Fi project. The board will also hold a public hearing on removing property from County Ditch #35 and consider a petition to use County Ditch 18 as an outlet.
- Approve Resolution #2021-19 and grant agreement for 2022 Veterans Outreach Grant
- Accept anonymous $10,000 donation to sheriff's office
- Approve hires: full-time deputy Tim Oster ($25.88/hr), part-time corrections officer Daniel Fank ($20.53/hr), part-time jury attendant Colleen Lehrer ($15.53/hr), casual PHN/CPR instructor Ilene Nelsen ($35.96/hr)
- Approve 3.2 liquor license for Watkins Sportsmen's Club event on September 5, 2021
- Public hearing on petition to remove property from County Ditch #35
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session with two presentations: one on child protection services and another on County State Aid Highway funding and history. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational items.
- Child Protection Presentation, Part II by Social Services Director Paul Bukovich and Social Worker Supervisor Tina Schenk
- Overview of County State Aid Highway (CSAH) funding and history by Public Works Director Phil Schmalz
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel actions, including staff promotions and hires. The meeting also includes discussions on a homeless prevention resolution, software purchases, and land use permits.
- Resolution 2021-18: Family Homeless Prevention & Assistance Program
- Acceptance of an anonymous $10,000 donation for the Sheriff's Office
- Promotion of Emily Nelson to Appraiser position at $22.42 per hour
- Hire of full-time Social Worker Sarah Nelson at $26.75 per hour
- Approval of 2021 Pavement Marking Quote
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will approve several staff hires and fund transfers, including moving $476,540.50 from the Revenue Fund to Parks and Public Health. The board will also authorize a ballot for a proposed bankruptcy settlement with Purdue Pharma and discuss a culvert replacement project at Big Swan Lake.
- Authorize ballot approving proposed bankruptcy settlement with Purdue Pharma
- Transfer $100,334 to Parks Fund and $376,206.50 to Public Health Fund
- Approve repurchase of forfeit property at 316 Swift Ave South, Litchfield
- Discuss CSAH 21 culvert replacement with weir at outlet of Big Swan Lake
- Approve telecommuting policy
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session with presentations on county ditch maintenance, child protection services, and county administrator goals. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of informational items and discussion.
- Ditches 101 presentation by County Auditor Barb Loch
- Child Protection presentation by Social Services Director Paul Bukovich
- Administrator Goals discussion with County Administrator Andrew Letson
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will vote on several personnel hires, including seasonal and part-time positions, and a status change. They will also consider liquor license renewals, a conditional use permit extension for a solar farm, and county ditch authority actions. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and accounts payable.
- Approve hire of seasonal custodial helper Avery Liestman at $15.33/hour
- Approve hires of part-time corrections officer, part-time and full-time dispatchers at $20.53/hour
- Approve status change for Corrections Officer Richard Rostad from part-time to full-time
- Approve renewal liquor licenses for Peters of Litchfield and Manannah Hilltop Tavern
- Approve one-year extension for Conditional Use Permit #15334 Solar Club 32 One Megawatt Solar Farm
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session with public comment, agenda amendments, and two presentations: an annual update from United Community Action Partnership (UCAP) and a landfill presentation from the Land Use Director. The landfill presentation includes data on volumes, assets, tip fees, and revenues/expenditures. No formal decisions are scheduled.
- Annual presentation by Deb Brandt of United Community Action Partnership (UCAP)
- Landfill presentation by Greg Schultz, Land Use Director, with 2018-2020 demo landfill volumes
- 2020 transfer station tip fees and 2019-2020 MSW volumes
- 2020 landfill revenues and expenditures report
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to discuss courthouse security and county facility improvements. The agenda includes a public comment period and possible amendments to the agenda. No formal decisions are scheduled; the discussion is the main item.
- Discussion of courthouse security and facility improvements
- Public comment period
- Possible amendments to the May 20, 2021 special work session agenda
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular session on May 18, 2021, addressing land use permits, county hires, contracts, and financial approvals. The board will consider conditional use permits for Wagner Dairy LLC and Wichman's Hardscape Inc., an interim use permit, a rezoning application, and a final plat. It will also vote on hiring a full-time deputy and temporary boat and water officers, ratify a union contract, approve fuel quotes and seal coat bids, and consider a resolution for refunding bonds.
- Conditional use permits for Wagner Dairy LLC (Litchfield) and Wichman's Hardscape Inc. (Hutchinson)
- Rezoning application by Labraaten & Winslow, Hutchinson
- Hire of full-time Deputy Cory Welz at $25.37/hour effective June 14, 2021
- Ratify 2021-2022 AFSCME Assistant County Attorney Contract
- Resolution 2021-17 for GO Capital Improvement Refunding Bonds, Series 2021
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding its regular session, covering routine approvals and several informational updates. Key items include a hospital report from Meeker Memorial Hospital CEO Kurt Waldbillig, a mental health presentation from Social Services Director Paul Bukovich, a COVID-19 update from Public Health Director Diane Winter, and appointments to the Park Board and HRA Board. The board will also consider a settlement agreement with Jonathan Agre and a Sentence to Service contract.
- Approve County and Hospital Accounts Payable
- Approve Social Services Accounts Payable
- Appointments to Park Board
- Replace Commissioner Johnson on HRA Board
- Jonathan Agre Settlement Resolution #2021-16 & Agreement
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review a proposed policy regarding requested resolutions and proclamations. The Public Works Director will also present updates on automated vehicle location, the Darwin/Dassel rest stop, and township road maintenance agreements.
- Proposed board policy regarding requested resolutions and proclamations
- Automated Vehicle Location update
- Darwin/Dassel Rest Stop discussion
- Township Road Maintenance Agreement update
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular session, covering employee awards, land-use permits, grant agreements, and contract awards. The board will also convene as the County Ditch Authority to set an informational meeting and approve ditch repairs, then enter a closed session for labor negotiation strategy.
- Resolution 2021-14: Boundary Establishment for 1W1P Programs on Mississippi River
- Resolution 2021-15: Supporting 1W1P St. Cloud Mississippi River Project
- Conditional Use Permit for landscaping (Linda Terry-Tiebel, Dassel)
- Conditional Use Permit for feedlot expansion (Jim, Tom & Brian Schneider, Watkins)
- Award CSAH 1 and CSAH 6 Paving & CSAH 15, 17 & 20 Patch Work Contract
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will vote on several personnel hires and status changes, award quotes for HVAC, weed spraying, and crack sealing, and consider resolutions related to watershed planning. They will also discuss refinancing a 2012 bond and receive updates on COVID-19 and other county operations.
- Hire part-time Assessor Technician Gail Decourt at $21.06/hr
- Promote Deputy Tony Brandt from part-time to full-time
- Award HVAC temperature control board quote
- Resolution 2021-14 and 2021-15 for One Watershed One Plan (Mississippi River)
- Authorize exploring refinancing of Series 2012 General Obligation Bond
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Special Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a special work session to attend a Litchfield City Council meeting. The sole agenda item is a discussion of possible improvements to the intersection of CSAH 34 and US Hwy 12. No decisions are scheduled; this is a discussion item.
- Possible improvements to CSAH 34 & US Hwy 12 intersection
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss broadband developments with Meeker Cooperative Light and Power. The County Assessor also provided an update regarding 2021 valuations.
- Broadband discussion with Luke Johnson of Meeker Cooperative Light and Power
- 2021 valuation update from County Assessor Amy Rausch
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular session, covering routine approvals, annual reports, and several action items. Key decisions include a conditional use permit for Rafterville Solar, bids for park and road projects, and the appointment of a COVID relief funds committee. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss pending litigation.
- Conditional Use Permit: Rafterville Solar, LLC
- Award Bid: Koronis Regional Park Shower & Restroom Facility Project with budget increase
- Resolution 2021-13: Authorizing MN Dept. of Public Safety grant agreement (speed enforcement)
- Appoint COVID Relief Funds Committee
- County Ditch 47 Erosion Control Improvements
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular session, addressing a range of administrative and operational items. Key discussions include grant applications for road improvements, a county ditch repair, and contracts for watercraft inspection and decontamination equipment. The board will also consider ratifying union contracts, approving various licenses, and disbursing COVID relief grants.
- LRIP grant application for CSAH 14
- County Ditch 32 tile replacement
- 2021 watercraft inspection contract and decontamination unit purchase
- Ratify 2021-2022 MNPEA Clerical and Non-Licensed Unit Contracts
- COVID Relief Small Business Grant disbursements
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session that includes a closed session to discuss security deficiencies and recommendations at the courthouse, as permitted by Minnesota statute. The only other item is approval of agenda amendments, making this a largely procedural meeting with one substantive closed discussion.
- Closed session on courthouse security deficiencies and recommendations per MN Statutes 13D.03 Subd. 3(d)
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Board of Commissioners will review requests to convert a parks maintenance position from part-time to full-time and approve the sale of existing equipment for a new pickup truck. The meeting also includes reviews of the 2020 annual audit engagement letter and various county financial reports.
- Request to advertise for a full-time Parks Maintenance Worker
- Request to sell existing equipment and purchase a new pickup truck
- Review of 2020 Annual Audit Engagement Letter
- Conditional Use Permit for Koski, Lake Washington
- Approval of Schneider Agreement and Renewal Agreement
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular session covering personnel hires, a county assessor appointment, a conditional use permit for a dairy operation, and several public works and public safety items. The board will also enter a closed session for labor negotiations strategy.
- Approve hire of Public Health Nurse Abby Wright at $27.56/hour effective Feb 16, 2021
- Resolution 2021-03 appointing Amy Rausch as County Assessor
- Conditional Use Permit for NexGen Dairy in Eden Valley
- Request to install Text to 911 system
- Approve Five Year Highway Construction Plan
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Work Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss several administrative and infrastructure items. Topics include the process for mileage reimbursement and per diems, an update to the county's mailbox policy, a presentation on the 5-year highway construction plan, and safety concerns at the CSAH 34 & US 12 intersection. These are discussion items, not final decisions.
- Discussion of mileage reimbursement and per diem process
- Mailbox policy update with proposed draft policy
- 5-year highway construction plan presentation
- CSAH 34 & US 12 intersection safety discussion
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Remote Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners will hold a remote meeting to decide on several personnel actions, including seasonal hires and a campground host agreement, and to approve contracts and financial transfers. They will also consider a bid advertisement for a shower/restroom facility project at Koronis Lake and an amendment to a hazardous waste agreement with McLeod County.
- Approve seasonal maintenance worker and campground manager hires with pay rates
- Authorize advertising for bids on Koronis Shower/Restroom Facility Project
- Approve Koronis Campground Host Agreement with Lynn and John Otteson
- Approve amendment to 2017 McLeod County Household Hazardous Waste Agreement
- Approve 2021 transfers: $100,334 to Parks, $376,206.50 to Public Health, $150,000 to Road & Bridge
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Regular Remote Session
The Meeker County Board of Commissioners is meeting remotely to handle routine administrative business, including appointing a 2021 board chair and vice chair, approving bank depositories, and ratifying union contracts. The board will also consider several personnel hires, committee appointments, and resolutions related to transportation and drainage.
- Appoint 2021 County Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Approve 2021 Depositories and Electronic Funds Transfer Authorization
- Approve hire of FT Corrections Officer Stephen Thorn at $20.13/hour and PT Deputy Michael Kaczmarek at $25.37/hour
- Ratify 2021-2022 LELS Licensed Sergeants Unit Contract and AFSCME Highway Contract
- Resolution 2021-02: Watkins Trail Sponsorship