Nicollet County public meetings in 2021
43 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two property requests in Lake Prairie Township. The board will decide on requests to build an accessory structure near a property line and to exceed dwelling density standards.
- Public Hearing PLN21-40: Request by Torrey and Julie Carlblom to build an accessory structure closer to County Road 20 than the primary residence
- Public Hearing PLN21-41: Request by John Stenson/Stenson Living Trust to build an additional single family dwelling exceeding density standards
- Review of minutes from November 15, 2021
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The commission is reviewing several permit applications for structures, septic systems, and renewable energy installations. These requests include a variety of residential and agricultural projects across the county.
- Small Solar Energy System installation at 46454 370th St
- 80'x132' Pole Shed for farm storage at 35389 575th Ln
- House addition and remodel totaling 996 sq ft at 62208 County Road 21 costing $137,100.00
- Temporary signage for MN Valley Luth High School & Assn at 45638 561st Ave
- Septic system installations and replacements at 50464 506th St and 49619 443rd Ave N
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings for the 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2022 fee schedule. The meeting includes final resolutions for the 2022 budget and tax levy, as well as a presentation on the Highway 169 Corridor Study.
- Public hearing for 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan
- Public hearing for 2022 Fee Schedule
- 2022 Budget and Tax Levy resolutions
- Resolution of support for the Highway 169 Corridor Study
- Contract with Diversion Solutions
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a public input meeting regarding the proposed 2022 budget and property tax levy. County Administrator Mandy Landkamer will provide an overview of the proposal before the board accepts input from the public.
- 2022 Proposed Budget and Property Tax Levy Overview
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss American Rescue Plan Act funds, a real property purchase agreement, and various service contracts. The meeting also includes a session for the County Drainage Authority.
- American Rescue Plan Act Funds Resolution
- Purchase Agreement for Real Property
- MnDOT Cooperative Construction Agreement No. 1047570
- Professional Service Agreement for CSAH 23 Ravine Stabilization Project
- Nicollet County Trails Association Agreements, Contracts, and Resolution
Drainage Authority
The Nicollet County Drainage Authority met for a regular session. The body approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 9, 2021.
- Approval of November 9, 2021 Drainage Authority minutes
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The Nicollet County Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission meeting for November 15, 2021, was cancelled.
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Board of Adjustment and Appeals will meet to discuss a motion to reconsider the denial of an after-the-fact variance for the Gieseke property. The request involves unpermitted construction and alterations to a protected bluff area.
- Continued motion to reconsider PLN21-32 (Gieseke) regarding Findings of Fact and Criteria
- Review of after-the-fact variance request for dwelling addition, garage replacement, and bluff area alterations
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider a 2022-2026 Capital Improvement Plan and set a public hearing date for fee schedule amendments. The meeting also includes reviews of public works payments and natural resource grant agreements.
- Public Hearing Notice for Capital Improvement Plan 2022-2026
- Natural Resources Block Grant Agreement totaling $83,170
- Proposed fee schedule amendment public hearing date
- Final payment for 2021 Highway Striping Project
- AIA Document B132-2019 with Vetter Johnson Architects, Inc.
Drainage Authority
The Drainage Authority approved annual maintenance levy assessments for various ditch systems to cover costs and address negative fund balances. The board also reviewed a change order request for ditch CD86A, which was not approved.
- Approved total annual maintenance levies of $1,405,497.77 across multiple ditch systems
- Established a 4% interest rate for assessments not paid by December 31, 2021
- Set installment schedules for assessments ranging from 1 to 3 years based on amount
- Denied a proposed change order request for CD86A involving a head wall to isolation gate
Board of Commissioners
The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will discuss a resolution to declare a vacancy and authorize a special election. The board is also reviewing health funding, COVID-19 updates, and an elected official benefit policy.
- Declaration of Vacancy and Authorization for a Special Election Resolution
- Lease Amendment with MN Driver and Vehicle Services
- Juvenile Work Crew Contract with Blue Earth County
- Operational Funding to Address Social Determinants of Health
- Ditch Repair Reports 21-019 through 21-023 (Drainage Authority)
Drainage Authority
The Nicollet County Drainage Authority is meeting to review specific ditch repair reports. The body will also address its consent agenda.
- Ditch Repair Report 21-019 through 21-023
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Board is meeting to approve the minutes and findings of fact from the September 20, 2021, meeting. The session focuses on finalizing the records for several zoning and septic system variance requests.
- Approval of findings of fact for PLN21-32 (Gieseke)
- Approval of findings of fact for PLN21-35 (Burg)
- Approval of findings of fact for PLN21-37 (Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School)
- Approval of findings of fact for PLN21-38 (Long)
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission had no meeting scheduled for this date.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to consider a proclamation for Cybersecurity Awareness Month and hold a closed session to discuss threatened litigation. The Drainage Authority will also meet to review a proposed change order for the CD86A pump station project.
- 2022-2023 County MFIP Biennial Service Agreement
- Closed session regarding payment of fees under Minn. Stat. §465.76
- CD86A Proposed Change Order Request for pump station project
- Proclamation recognizing October as Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will consider the 2022 preliminary property tax levy and budget. The meeting also includes discussions on bridge replacements, snow removal agreements, and drainage authority redeterminations.
- Approval of the 2022 Preliminary Property Tax Levy and Setting the 2022 Levy and Budget
- Consideration of Prioritized Bridge Replacement List Resolution
- Snow and Ice Removal Agreement with City of New Ulm
- Drug Task Force Joint Powers Agreement
- Public hearing for Redetermination of Benefits for CD 4A
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Board is meeting to consider several variance requests related to septic systems and property setbacks. The body will also review findings of fact from the August 16, 2021, meeting.
- PLN21-32: After-the-fact variance for dwelling addition, bluff setbacks, and septic system in West Newtown Township
- PLN21-35: Request to create a substandard lot in the Conservancy zone in Belgrade Township
- PLN21-37: Request by Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School to install a type IV replacement septic system in Courtland Township
- PLN21-38: Request to reduce ordinary high water level for a replacement septic system in Lafayette Township
- Approval of findings of fact for PLN21-30 (Klockziem) and PLN21-33 (Cottom)
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for September 20, 2021, was cancelled.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss a legal settlement for Kleiber v. Nelson Auto Center and a memorandum of agreement with the University of Minnesota. The Drainage Authority will hold public hearings regarding ditch cleanings and project financing.
- Consideration of settlement for Kleiber v. Nelson Auto Center Qui Tam Action
- University of Minnesota Memorandum of Agreement 2022-2024
- Family Homelessness Prevention and Assistance Program Resolution
- Public hearings for ditch cleanings on CD32A and CD82
- Public hearing for CD86A levy and financing for improvement project
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss a funding request from Connecting Nicollet County and an amended anti-discrimination policy. The Drainage Authority will hold a final public hearing for several ditch redeterminations and set dates for other public hearings.
- Final public hearings for redeterminations for CD4A, CD13A, CD29A, CD33A, CD48A, and CD51A
- Public hearing date setting for CD32A Clean Out and CD86A assessments and levy
- Consideration of amended Policy Against Discrimination and Harassment Based Upon Protected Status
- Beer and wine liquor license for Nicollet Conservation Club Inc.
- Re-appointment of David Anderson to SC MN HRA Board
Board of Commissioners
The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct final interviews for the County Administrator position. The board will interview two candidates and hold deliberations.
- Interview with Chuck Whiting
- Interview with Mandy Landkamer
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold public hearings to consider three variance requests. These include requests to reduce setbacks for a septic system and two after-the-fact construction projects.
- PLN21-30: Request to reduce ordinary high water level setback for a replacement septic system in Nicollet Township
- PLN21-33: After-the-fact variance for a shed in Courtland Township to reduce front yard and bluff setbacks
- PLN21-32: After-the-fact variance for a dwelling addition and septic system in West Newtown Township involving bluff setbacks and fill
- Approval of Findings of Fact for PLN21-27 (Willaert) and PLN21-29 (Roepke)
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The Nicollet County Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission had no meeting on this date.
Board of Commissioners
The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the detachment and annexation of School District 508 to 2310. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation and a separate session for the Drainage Authority.
- Public hearing for detachment and annexation of School District 508 to 2310
- Southern Minnesota Initiative Foundation presentation
- Review of Quarter 2 2021 Donations
- Drainage Authority consideration of Ditch Repair Reports 21-014 through 21-018
- Approval of per diems and expenses
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss a MnDOT Capital Highway Investment Plan presentation and consider agreements regarding a Great River Energy facility and a MnDOT detour. The meeting also includes presentations from architects and a company update from David Drown Associates.
- Consider Great River Energy Facility Relocation/Reinforcement Agreement
- Consider Revised MnDOT Detour Agreement No. 1046838
- MnDOT Presentation: Capital Highway Investment Plan (CHIP) Outreach
- Request for out of state travel for Probation staff Kevin Olson and Hilary Chaffee
- Ag BMP Low Interest Loan Project – Septic Lien
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two property setback reductions. The board will also review findings of fact from previous June 2021 decisions.
- Public hearing PLN21-27: Richard and Linda Willaert request to reduce high water level setback for a replacement septic tank in Lake Prairie Township
- Public hearing PLN21-29: Brian Roepke requests to reduce property line setback for a replacement garage in West Newtown Township
- Review of findings of fact for PLN21-18 (Bittner)
- Review of findings of fact for PLN21-24 (Great River Energy/Olsen)
- Review of findings of fact for PLN21-25 (Moeding)
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The Nicollet County Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for July 19, 2021, was cancelled.
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the detachment and annexation of a school district and the dissolution of the Rush River Clean Water Partnership. A separate Drainage Authority meeting will address the reestablishment of CD48A and redeterminations for various county ditches.
- Public hearing date for detachment and annexation of school district
- Rush River Clean Water Partnership Dissolution Agreement
- Approval of findings of fact and order for the reestablishment of CD48A
- Setting dates for final hearings for redeterminations on various county ditches
- June 21, 2021 Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission meeting review
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a 2021 highway striping project award and a 2021 licensed union contract. The meeting includes a closed session for labor negotiations and a public hearing regarding the reestablishment of records for Ditch #48A.
- Award of 2021 Highway Striping Project
- Approval of Licensed Union Contract for 2021
- Victim/Witness Coordinator Grant Renewal
- Critical Position Review Committee Recommendation
- Public hearing for CD48A Reestablishment of Records
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Board will consider requests to reduce yard setbacks for a storage shed, a utility pole, and a commercial breeding kennel. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes and findings of fact from the May 17, 2021, meeting.
- PLN21-18: Request by Thomas and Patricia Bittner to reduce front yard setback for a storage shed/shop in Oshawa Township
- PLN21-24: Request by Great River Energy to reduce front yard setback for a utility pole in New Sweden Township
- PLN21-25: Request by Jana and James Moeding to reduce setbacks for a commercial breeding kennel in Traverse Township
- Approval of Findings of Fact for PLN21-21 (Mock)
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission will hold public hearings regarding two land-use requests. The body will also review permits and previous meeting minutes.
- Public hearing PLN 21-26: Request by Jana and James Moeding to establish a commercial breeding kennel in Traverse Township
- Public hearing PLN 21-23: Request by Brian Mock for an after-the-fact conditional use permit for a Level 2 Home Occupation sound and lighting business in Belgrade Township
- Review of May 2021 permits, including a $59,000 solar energy system (BLD21-00105) and a $53,000 solar energy system (BLD21-00087)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners and Drainage Authority will meet virtually to discuss public works proposals and administrative updates. The session includes a presentation from David Drown Associates Company and a discussion regarding the American Rescue Plan Committee.
- Geotechnical/Hydraulic Engineering Proposal for CSAH 23 Ravine Erosion
- 2021 State of Minnesota DNR Boat and Water Safety Grant
- Fraud Prevention Investigation (FPI) Grant Renewal
- American Rescue Plan Committee discussion
- David Drown Associates Company presentation
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will discuss North Mankato HHS construction proposals and a right-of-way acquisition resolution. The meeting also includes a Drainage Authority session to consider ditch repair reports.
- Right-of-way acquisition resolution for Project SP 052-615-025
- MnDOT Detour Agreement No. 1046838
- North Mankato HHS construction proposals
- Laundry service contract with MINNCOR
- Ditch repair reports 21001 through 21-007 and 21-009 through 21-013
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to establish a swine feedlot in Oshawa Township. The body will also review permits and address old and new business.
- Public hearing PLN 21-20: Request by Nick Peters/Peters Family LLLP to establish a swine feedlot in Oshawa Township (Parcel 10.132.0200)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the Highway Department's 2020 annual report and re-appoint the County Engineer. A separate Drainage Authority meeting will address a change order for CD86A.
- Resolution to re-appoint the County Engineer
- Highway Department's 2020 Annual Report
- CD86A Improvement Change Order
- Proclamation for National Mental Health Month
- 2020 Federal Boat Equipment Grant
Board of Commissioners
The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners is holding a special virtual meeting. The board will discuss a contract award for CSAH 13 concrete bids, human resources designations, and the American Rescue Plan.
- CSAH 13 Concrete BIDS – Contract Award
- Designate Human Resources
- American Rescue Plan
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a proposal from David Drown Associates and discuss the hiring process for an HR Director. The Drainage Authority will meet to set a public hearing date for the reestablishment of CD48A.
- Consideration of David Drown Associates proposal
- Setting a public hearing date for CD48A Reestablishment
- Families First Coronavirus Response Act Benefits Resolution
- Nicollet County Community Corrections Advisory Board Resolution
- Review of April 19, 2021 Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission Meeting
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The commission is reviewing a report of building and septic system permits issued in March 2021. The items consist of structure permits for residential and agricultural buildings and SSTS compliance inspections.
- Structure permit for a 42' diameter grain bin and dump pit at 0 520TH ST, Mankato
- Structure permit for a 1,512 sf replacement dwelling and garage at 41960 387TH AVE, St Peter
- Structure permit for a 38' x 72' shop at 36628 521ST AVE, Lafayette
- Structure permit for a 1,272 sf addition and remodel at 47225 COUNTY ROAD 15, Nicollet
- Multiple SSTS compliance inspections for property transfers and building permits
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Board will consider requests to reduce minimum lot sizes and setbacks for residential and commercial projects. The meeting will be conducted via telephone or electronic means due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- PLN21-06: Meurer Family, LLC and Kevin/Pamela Truebenbach request to reduce minimum lot size in Shoreland zoning district, Belgrade Township
- PLN21-08: BENCO Electric request to reduce minimum lot size in AG zoning district for an electrical substation, New Sweden Township
- PLN21-09: David Zimmerman request to reduce minimum lot size and property line setback for a grain bin, Courtland Township
- PLN21-14: John and Leann Herrley request for an after-the-fact variance to reduce front yard setback for a pole shed, Belgrade Township
- Approval of February 22, 2021 minutes and findings of fact for PLN21-03 and PLN21-04
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the hiring process for the County Administrator and Human Resources Director. The board is also considering a separation agreement with Jamie Haefner and filling vacant board positions. A separate Drainage Authority meeting is scheduled for the same time.
- Separation agreement with Jamie Haefner
- Hiring process for County Administrator and Human Resources Director
- Board appointments for vacant positions
- Proclamation for Crime Victims’ Rights Week
- Approval of bills and commissioner per diems
Board of Commissioners
The Nicollet County Board of Commissioners will receive a COVID-19 response update from Health and Human Services. The Drainage Authority will consider approving a contract with Jensen Excavating for the CD77 Lateral 2 Improvement Project.
- Consider approval of Jensen Excavating contract for CD77 Lateral 2 Improvement Project
- COVID-19 Response Update from Health and Human Services
- Approval of bills
- Approval of per diems and expenses for Commissioners
Board of Adjustment & Appeals
The Board of Adjustment and Appeals will hold public hearings regarding two requests to reduce minimum lot sizes. The body will also review findings of fact for two previously decided variance requests.
- Public hearing PLN21-06: Meurer Family, LLC and Kevin and Pamela Truebenbach request to reduce minimum lot size in Shoreland zoning to create two new lots in Belgrade Township
- Public hearing PLN21-08: BENCO Electric requests to reduce minimum lot size in AG zoning to construct an electrical substation in New Sweden Township
- Approval of findings of fact for PLN21-03 (Brian and Mary Duehring) regarding a buildable area variance
- Approval of findings of fact for PLN21-04 (Jamie Franta) regarding an after-the-fact bluff setback variance for a deck
Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission
The Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission is holding a public hearing regarding a request from LJ Farms, LLC to modify an existing cattle feedlot into a swine feedlot in New Sweden Township. The proposal includes removing existing animals and demolishing dilapidated structures on a 202.9 acre property.
- Public hearing PLN 21-07: LJ Farms, LLC request to modify cattle feedlot to swine feedlot (Parcel 08.005.0100)
- Review of mineral extraction permit PLN21-02 for New Ulm Quartzite Quarries, Inc.
- Election of David Hermanson as Chair and David Wendinger as Vice-Chair for 2021