Nicollet, Minnesota

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Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Innovation. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. 501 S. Minnesota Avenue | Saint Peter, MN 56082 | P: (507) 934-7070 | F: (507) 934-7070 | nicolletcountymn.gov PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA Date: August 4, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:45) Location: E.O.C. Conference Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: nicolletcountymn.gov/agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by email to [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Silence Your Cell Phone 4. Review of Cancellations and Additions 5. Approval of Minutes: March 16, 2026 6. Public Appearances 7. PUBLIC HEARING: PLN 26-08 Applicant: Warren Krohn Landowner: Warren L Krohn Revocable Trust Request: Construction of a Driveway in a Shore Impact Zone Location: G.L. 6 of Section 23-110-28 in Nicollet Township Parcel Number: 05.023.0300 Zoning Specialist: John Zehnder 8. Review Permits 9. Old Business 10. Other Busines [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Aug 19, 2026

Tri-County Solid Waste

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Tri-County Solid Waste

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Recent meetings

Mon Jul 20, 2026

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

Board to hear request for bluff development variance

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider a variance request from Riley Wenner to develop a bluff area for a new garage and driveway expansion. The applicant seeks to build a 24' x 30' garage and regrade a driveway in the Sandia Woods Subdivision.

Public Hearing: PLN 26-07 (Riley Wenner)
Request: 24' x 30' replacement garage and driveway regrade
Location: Lots 1 & 2, Block 3, Sandia Woods Subdivision
Parcel Number: 10.791.0090
Zoning: Urban/Rural Residential

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Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Innovation. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. 501 S. Minnesota Avenue | Saint Peter, MN 56082 | P: (507) 934-7070 | F: (507) 934-7070 | nicolletcountymn.gov BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS AGENDA Date: July 20, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:45) Location: County Board Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: nicolletcountymn.gov/agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by emailing [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Silence Your Cell Phone 4. Review of Cancellations and Additions 5. Approval of Minutes: May 18, 2026 6. Public Appearances 7. PUBLIC HEARING: PLN 26-07 Applicant: Riley Wenner Landowner: Riley & Lauren Wenner Request: Development of a bluff to regrade driveway and construct replacement garage Location: Lots 1 & 2 , Block 3, Sandia Woods Subdivision in Oshawa Township Parcel Number: 10.791.0090 Zoning Specialist: John Zehnder 8. Old Business 9. Other Business 10. Com [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jul 20, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

No Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission meeting on July 20, 2026

The agenda indicates that no meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2026. No items were proposed for decision or discussion.

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Mon Jul 13, 2026

MN River - Mankato Watershed: Policy Committee

Policy Committee to discuss implementation grant budget

The Minnesota River – Mankato Policy Advisory Committee will discuss the implementation grant budget and update bylaws. The committee will also review the final financial update for the planning grant that ended June 30.

Discussion of Implementation Grant Budget
Officer elections for chair, vice chair, and secretary
Bylaw amendments regarding 9 voting members
Approval of invoices for Nicollet SWCD and HEI ADA compliance and MS4Front Set Up
Final financial update for the planning grant

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Minnesota River – Mankato 1W1P Policy Advisory Committee Meeting Monday, July 13th, 2026 ● 3:00 – 4:00 PM Meeting Location Nicollet County Health and Human Services River Room-Lower Level 622 South Front Street St Peter, MN 56082 Agenda Items Action Time 1. Welcome and Business Items • Approve agenda and minutes • Approve invoice(s) o Nicollet SWCD o HEI ADA compliance and MS4Front Set Up [waiting for invoice(s) from HEI] Approve 5 min 2. Planning Grant ended 6/30 • Final Financial Update for Planning Grant • Will be reported on elink and will close out the grant. Update 5 min 3. Formal Agreement Updates—9 voting members for PAC Update 5 min 4. Bylaw Updates: • Amendments with 9 members • Officer Elections (chair, vice chair, secretary) Discuss 15 min 5. Implementation Grant Budget Discuss 25 min 6. Action Items and Next Steps • Steering Team Meeting: July 22nd, 2026 • Policy Advisory Committee Meeting: August 10th, 2026 -- 5 min One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River – Mankato POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES June 8, 2026 Th e One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River – Mankato Policy Committee met at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2026 at the Nicollet County Health & Human Services River Rooms. Present at the meeting: Blue Earth County – Kevin Paap; City of Lake Crystal – Gina Cooper; City of Mankato – Mike Laven, Vice Chair; City of Saint Peter – Darrell Pettis; Le Sueur SWCD – Earl Traxler; Nicollet County – Marie Dranttel, Chair; Nicollet SWCD – Don [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Jun 15, 2026

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

No Board of Adjustment & Appeals meeting held on June 15, 2026

The Board of Adjustment and Appeals did not convene on June 15, 2026, so no items were discussed or decided. No agenda items or actions were presented.

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Mon Jun 15, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

No Planning & Zoning Commission meeting held on June 15, 2026

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission did not hold a meeting on June 15, 2026, and no agenda items were presented. The agenda consists solely of core values, mission statements, and contact information. No decisions or discussions were scheduled.

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Mon Jun 8, 2026

MN River - Mankato Watershed: Policy Committee

✓ Decided: Policy Committee unanimously approves watershed bylaws and cost‑share policy

The committee approved the meeting agenda, the May 11 minutes, and the financial report, all by unanimous vote. It also adopted the final draft watershed bylaws and the draft cost‑share policy, each passing unanimously. The Joint Powers Agreement now has signatures from nine of the ten partners, and the meeting was adjourned at 3:38 p.m.

Approve meeting agenda (unanimous)
Approve May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Approve financials (unanimous)
Approve watershed bylaws as presented (unanimous)
Approve cost‑share policy as presented (unanimous)
Adjourn meeting (unanimous)

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One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River – Mankato POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES June 8, 2026 The One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River – Mankato Policy Committee met at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, June 8, 2026 at the Nicollet County Health & Human Services River Rooms. Present at the meeting: Blue Earth County – Kevin Paap; City of Lake Crystal – Gina Cooper; City of Mankato – Mike Laven, Vice Chair; City of Saint Peter – Darrell Pettis; Le Sueur SWCD – Earl Traxler; Nicollet County – Marie Dranttel, Chair; Nicollet SWCD – Don Hermanson. Facilitators: Mackenzie Bratsch and Steven Budka; Recording Secretary – Crystal Madden; BWSR – Shane Bugeja. Online attendance: BWSR – Jeremy Maul. Approve Meeting Agenda, Minutes & Financials A motion was made by Pettis, se conded by Paap, to approve the agenda; the motion passed unanimously. A motion was made by Paap, seconded by Laven, to approve the May 11 , 2026, meeting minutes; the motion passed unanimously. Bratsch presented two invoices for approval from HEI and Nicollet SWCD . Bratsch reported the grant spending is as follows: 84.87% for administration/coordination, 98.05% for meeting/public engagement, 91.51% for plan development, and 0% for contingency, for a total estimated 83.81% of the grant spent. A motion was made by Pettis, seconded by Traxler , to approve the financials; the motion passed unanimously. Remaining Planning Grant Timeline A fully executed formal agreement must be in place by August 1, 2026 to [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 18, 2026

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

Board to review findings of fact for Esser variance request

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals will meet to approve minutes and findings of fact from the April 20, 2026, meeting. The primary item for approval is the findings of fact regarding a variance for the Esser property.

Approval of Findings of Fact for PLN 26-06: Esser

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Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. 501 S. Minnesota Avenue | Saint Peter, MN 56082 | P: (507) 934-7070 | F: (507) 934-7070 | nicolletcountymn.gov BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS AGENDA Date: May 18, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:45) Location: County Board Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: nicolletcountymn.gov/agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by emailing [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Silence Your Cell Phone 4. Review of Cancellations and Additions 5. Approval of Minutes: April 20, 2026 6. Approval of Findings of Fact: 4/20/2026  PLN 26-06: Esser 7. Public Appearances 8. Other Business 9. Communications 10. Adjourn [ BLANK PAGE ] BOARD OF AJUSTMENT & APPEALS REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES APRIL 20, 2026 7:00 PM COUNTY BOARD ROOM BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT EXCUSED NICOLLET COUNTY STAF F PRESENT ☒ David Hanson ☒ Justin Laven ☐ Randy Schwab, Chair ☒ Jon Tho [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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NICOLLET AR COUNTY sz. 1853 Ow BOARD OF AJUSTMENT & APPEALS REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES MAY 18, 2026 7:00 PM COUNTY BOARD ROOM BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT NICOLLET COUNTY STAFF BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT EXCUSED PRESENT L] David Hanson XX] David Hanson John Zehnder, Zoning Justin Laven L] Justin Laven Specialist (ZS) Randy Schwab, Chair L] Randy Schwab, Chair L] Lillian Smart, Zoning Specialist Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair ZC Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair (ZS) & Dave Ubel C] Dave Ubel Taylor Melson, Assistant County Attorney (ACA) Crystal Madden, Secretary CANCELLATIONS & ADDITIONS None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES MOTION SECOND APPROVE [] David Hanson (CJ Jon Thoreson LJ David Hanson LJ Jon Thoreson April 20. 2026 L] Justin Laven XX] Dave Ubel Justin Laven L] Dave Ubel prvew L] Randy Schwab L] Randy Schwab VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES xX] PASS L] FAIL PUBLIC APPEARANCES None. FINDINGS OF FACT MOTION SECOND PLN26-06, ESSER CL] David Hanson CJ Jon Thoreson LI David Hanson LI Jon Thoreson APPROVE LJ Justin Laven XX] Dave Ubel X] Justin Laven L] Dave Ubel L] Randy Schwab L] Randy Schwab VOTE TO APPROVE FINDINGS {&] PASS L] FAIL VOTE: 4-0 ADDITIONAL ITEMS OLD BUSINESS ' None. OTHER BUSINESS'- None. COMMUNICATIONS ' None. ADJOURN MEETING MOTION L] David Hanson Jon Thoreson 07:02 PM _~—_ UJ Justin Laven L_] Dave Ubel L] Randy Schwab VOTE TO ADJOURN [&X CARRIED L] FAILED L] David Hanson LJ Justin Laven L] Randy Schwab John Zehnder, Zoning Specialist y Randy Schwab, Chair Board of Adjustme [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon May 18, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Planning & Zoning Commission meeting cancelled

The Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for May 18, 2026, is not taking place.

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Mon May 11, 2026

MN River - Mankato Watershed: Policy Committee

✓ Decided: Committee approved flat $1,000 membership dues for 2027

The Policy Committee approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously. A motion to amend Article VII of the draft bylaws to set a flat membership due of $1,000 per entity for 2027 passed 7‑1. The meeting adjourned unanimously.

Approved meeting agenda and April 13, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
Amended Article VII bylaws to set $1,000 flat membership dues for 2027 (7-1)
Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River — Mankato POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES May 11, 2026 The One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River — Mankato Policy Committee met at 3:01 p.m. on Monday, May 11, 2026 at the Nicollet County Health & Human Services River Rooms. Present at the meeting: Blue Earth County — Kevin Paap; City of Lake Crystal — Gina Cooper; City of Mankato — Mike Laven, Vice Chair (arrived 3:08 pm); City of Saint Peter — Darrell Pettis; Le Sueur County — Steve Rohlfing; Le Sueur SWCD — Earl Traxler; Nicollet County — Marie Dranttel, Chair; Nicollet SWCD — John Kral (arrived 3:18 pm). Facilitators: Mackenzie Bratsch and Steven Budka; Recording Secretary — Crystal Madden; BWSR — Shane Bugeja. Online attendance: BWSR — Jeremy Maul. Approve Meeting Agenda & Minutes ; A motion was made by Paap, seconded by Cooper, to approve the agenda and April 13, 2026, meeting minutes; the motion passed unanimously. Bratsch reported no change to grant spending from the previous month. Grant spending is as follows: 65.42% for administration/coordination, 95.32% for meeting/public engagement, 88.08% for plan development, and 0% for contingency, for a total estimated 78.2% of the grant spent. Remaining Planning Grant Timeline With the planning grant set to expire on June 30, 2026, the Committee will use the remaining June meeting to approve the bylaws and cost-share policy recommendations. A fully executed formal agreement must be in place by August 1, 2026 to remain eligi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Apr 22, 2026

MN River - Mankato Watershed: Steering Team

Steering Committee to discuss watershed bylaws and cost share policy

The Minnesota River - Mankato Steering Committee is meeting to discuss draft bylaws and a cost share policy for implementation grants. The body is also coordinating the signing of a formal agreement by individual boards by May 11th.

Discussion of draft bylaws for the Policy Advisory Committee
Discussion of Cost Share Policy Draft/Implementation Grant
Coordination of formal agreement signatures due by May 11th
Financial update

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Minnesota River – Mankato 1W1P Steering Committee Meeting Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026 ● 9:30 AM – 11:30 PM Meeting Location Nicollet County Government Center EOC- Lower Level 501 S. Minnesota Ave St Peter, MN 56082 Agenda Items Action Time 1. Welcome and Financial Update -- 5 min 2. Formal Agreement:  Going to individual boards—Please communicate with your PC member to make sure it makes the agenda.  Goal of having all signatures by next PC Meeting (May 11th) Update -- 3. Bylaw Draft Discuss 30 min 4. Cost Share Policy Draft/Implementation Grant Discuss 60 min 5. Next Steps and Upcoming Meetings BWSR State Meeting: April 22nd 9:00 AM Next ST: May 27th 9:30 AM-11:30 AM -- 5 min Bylaws of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Collaboration - Policy Advisory Committee P artnership Members: The counties of Blue Earth, Le Sueur, Nicollet (counties), by and through their respective County Board of Commissioners, and the Blue Earth, Le Sueur, Nicollet Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs), by and through their respective Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors, and Cities of Lake Crystal, Mankato, North Mankato and Saint Peter by and through their City Councils. DRAFT These bylaws establish rules governing the conduct of business by the Policy Advisory Committee of the Minnesota River - Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Collaboration. A RTICLE I: PURPOSE 1. The purpos [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Apr 20, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

No Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission meeting scheduled for April 20, 2026

The agenda for the April 20, 2026, meeting indicates that no meeting will take place.

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Mon Apr 20, 2026

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

Board hears variance request to build dwelling without road access

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold a public hearing on variance PLN26-06, a request by Kyle, Ryan and Shane Esser to construct a dwelling on a lot without public road access in the Conservancy Zoning District. The meeting will also approve the minutes from March 16, 2026 and approve findings of fact for PLN 26‑05 (Reinhart). Remaining agenda items are routine procedural matters.

Public hearing: variance PLN26-06 for a dwelling on parcel 04.034.0500 in Courtland Township, existing Conservancy zoning, without public road access
Approval of minutes from the March 16, 2026 meeting
Approval of findings of fact for PLN 26‑05 (Reinhart) regarding a storage shed variance
Review of cancellations and additions (none reported)
Routine items: call to order, roll call, silence cell phones, old business, other business, communications, adjournment

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✓ Decided: Board approved variance for Esser driveway with conditions (4‑0)

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals approved a variance allowing a private driveway to access a proposed dwelling on the Esser property, subject to 12 specific conditions. The motion passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken at the meeting.

Approved variance for Esser driveway with 12 conditions (4-0)

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Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Innovation. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. 501 S. Minnesota Avenue | Saint Peter, MN 56082 | P: (507) 934-7070 | F: (507) 934-7070 | nicolletcountymn.gov BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS AGENDA Date: April 20, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:45) Location: County Board Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: nicolletcountymn.gov/agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by emailing [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Silence Your Cell Phone 4. Review of Cancellations and Additions 5. Approval of Minutes: March 16, 2026 6. Approval of Findings of Fact: 3/16/2026  PLN 26-05: Reinhart 7. Public Appearances 8. PUBLIC HEARING: PLN 26-06 Applicant: Kyle, Ryan & Shane Esser Landowner: Kyle, Ryan & Shane Esser Request: Variance request to construct a dwelling on a lot without public road access Location: Part of the NE 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of Section 34-110-30 in Courtland Township Parcel N [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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NICOLLET PRU COUNTY ss; CDOS Y BOARD OF AJUSTMENT & APPEALS REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES APRIL 20, 2026 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT & David Hanson & Justin Laven C Randy Schwab, Chair Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair Dave Ubel CANCELLATIONS & ADDITIONS APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVE March 16, 2026 VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES PUBLIC APPEARANCES FINDINGS OF FACT PLN26-05, REINHART APPROVE VOTE TO APPROVE FINDINGS 7:00 PM COUNTY BOARD ROOM BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT NICOLLET COUNTY STAFF EXCUSED PRESENT OD David Hanson & John Zehnder, Zoning OD Justin Laven Specialist (ZS) Randy Schwab, Chair C Lillian Smart, Zoning Specialist OD Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair (ZS) O Dave Ubel & Taylor Melson, Assistant County Attorney (ACA) Crystal Madden, Secretary None. MOTION SECOND O David Hanson CO Jon Thoreson David Hanson (0 Jon Thoreson & Justin Laven Dave Ubel O Justin Laven 0 Dave Ubel © Randy Schwab O Randy Schwab ] PASS O FAIL None. MOTION SECOND O David Hanson (Jon Thoreson & David Hanson (Jon Thoreson & Justin Laven (©) Dave Ubel Oi Justin Laven) Dave Ubel 0 Randy Schwab 0 Randy Schwab PASS O FAIL VOTE: 4-0 VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING PLN26-06 DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST CONFLICT OF INTEREST APPLICANT/LANDOWNER: Kyle, Ryan and Shane Esser A variance to construct a dwelling on a lot without public road access located within the Conservancy Zoning District. PID: 04.034.0500 None. SITE VISIT & — Board member Ubel visited the site. There was no contact with PUBLIC CONTACT board members from me [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Apr 15, 2026

Tri-County Solid Waste

Mon Apr 13, 2026

MN River - Mankato Watershed: Policy Committee

Policy Committee to discuss formal agreement and watershed plan updates

The committee will review comments and potentially approve a formal agreement, including Joint Powers Agreement content and dues. The body will also receive updates on the Minnesota River-Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan and the planning grant timeline.

Discussion and potential approval of Formal Agreement/JPA content and dues
Update on the Minnesota River-Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan
Review of planning grant timeline ending June 30, 2026
Approval of financials and invoices
Discussion on applying for Round 1 WBIF funds around August 1, 2026

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Minnesota River – Mankato 1W1P Policy Committee Meeting Monday, April 13, 2026 ● 3:00 – 5:00 PM Meeting Location Nicollet County Health and Human Services River Room-Lower Level 622 South Front Street St Peter, MN 56082 Agenda Items Action Time 1. Welcome and Business Items  Approve agenda and minutes  Approve financials (including invoice) Approve 5 min 2. Minnesota River-Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan  Regional BWSR Meeting: Approved on April 1st  Full BWSR Board Meeting: April 22nd Update 5 min 3. Remaining Planning Grant Timeline  Planning Grant Ends June 30th, 2026 o Remaining Meetings: May 11, 2026 and June 8th, 2026  Ability to apply for Round 1 WBIF funds: approximately August 1st, 2026  Additional Meetings? -- 15 min 4. Formal Agreement  JPA Content (dues?)  Comments  Approve with revisions to take back to each board? Discuss/Approve? 45 min 5. Action Items and Next Steps  Steering Team Meeting: April 22nd, 2026 o Will Introduce Draft Bylaws  Policy Committee Meeting: May 11th, 2026 -- 5 min One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River – Mankato POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 9, 2026 The One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River – Mankato Policy Committee met at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026 at the Nicollet County Health & Human Services River Rooms. Present at the meeting: Blue Earth County – Kevin Paap; City of Lake Crystal – Gina Cooper; City of Mankato – Mike Laven, V [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 16, 2026

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

Public hearing for bluff setback reduction in Courtland Township

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold a public hearing regarding a request to reduce a bluff setback for a storage shed. The board will also review findings of fact from February 17, 2026, meetings.

Public Hearing PLN 26-05: Request by Adam Reinhart to reduce bluff setback from 30 feet to 5 feet for a storage shed in Courtland Township
Approval of Findings of Fact for PLN 26-02 (Matties)
Approval of Findings of Fact for PLN 26-03 (Klaseus)

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✓ Decided: Board approved a variance to reduce a bluff setback with conditions (3‑0)

The Board of Adjustment & Appeals approved the February 17, 2026 meeting minutes and the findings of fact for applications PLN26-02 and PLN26-03. It approved a variance (PLN26-05) for Adam Reinhart to reduce a bluff setback from 30 ft to 5 ft, attaching seven conditions, with a 3‑0 vote. A motion to adjourn the meeting failed.

Approved February 17, 2026 meeting minutes
Approved findings of fact for PLN26-02
Approved findings of fact for PLN26-03
Approved variance PLN26-05 with conditions (vote 3‑0)
Motion to adjourn the meeting failed

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Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Innovation. Nicollet County Government Center ● 501 South Minnesota Avenue ● St. Peter, MN 56082 BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS AGENDA Date: March 16, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:45) Location: County Board Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: www.co.nicollet.mn.us/Agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by emailing [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Silence Your Cell Phone 4. Review of Cancellations and Additions 5. Approval of Minutes: February 17, 2026 6. Approval of Findings of Fact: 2/17/2026  PLN 26-02: Matties  PLN 26-03: Klaseus 7. Public Appearances 8. PUBLIC HEARING: PLN 26-05 Applicant: Adam Reinhart Landowner: Adam R. Reinhart Request: Reduce the bluff setback from 30 feet to 5 feet for the construction of a storage shed Location: Part of the Northeast ¼ of Section 27-110-30 in Courtland Township Parcel Number: 04.027.1300 Zoning S [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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NICOLLET co U NT Yesr. 1853 Dos ag BOARD OF AJUSTMENT & APPEALS REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES MARCH 16, 2026 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT L] David Hanson XI Justin Laven Randy Schwab, Chair Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair L] Dave Ubel CANCELLATIONS & ADDITIONS APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVE February 17, 2026 VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES PUBLIC APPEARANCES FINDINGS OF FACT PLN26-02, MATTIES APPROVE VOTE TO APPROVE FINDINGS FINDINGS OF FACT PLN26-03, KLASEUS APPROVE VOTE TO APPROVE FINDINGS 7:01 PM BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT EXCUSED XI David Hanson CJ Justin Laven (] Randy Schwab, Chair CJ Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair Dave Ubel None. MOTION (] David Hanson XX] Jon Thoreson COUNTY BOARD ROOM NICOLLET COUNTY STAFF PRESENT John Zehnder, Zoning Specialist (ZS) Lillian Smart, Zoning Specialist (ZS) Taylor Melson, Assistant County Attorney (ACA) Crystal Madden, Secretary SECOND L] David Hanson LJ Justin Laven _] Dave Ubel Justin Laven L] Dave Ubel CL] Randy Schwab CL] Randy Schwab xX] PASS L] FAIL None. MOTION SECOND _] David Hanson XX] Jon Thoreson _] David Hanson CX Justin Laven L] Dave Ubel Justin Laven [1] Dave Ubel CL] Randy Schwab L] Randy Schwab x] PASS LJ FAIL VOTE: 3-0 MOTION SECOND L] David Hanson X] Justin Laven LJ Randy Schwab Xx] PASS VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING ] Jon Thoreson L] Dave Ubel CJ Justin Laven L] Dave Ubel CL] Randy Schwab L] FAIL VOTE: 3-0 CL] Jon Thoreson _] Jon Thoreson CL] David Hanson [&| Jon Thoreson PLN26-05 APPLICANT/LANDOWNER: ADAM RE [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 16, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Public hearing on proposed zoning ordinance amendments for septic and floodplains

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to review proposed amendments to the Nicollet County Zoning Ordinance. The changes focus on the Floodplain and Subsurface Sewage Treatment System (SSTS) sections to comply with FEMA and state standards.

Public hearing: Proposed Amendments to Zoning Ordinance (Septic and Floodplain Regulations)
Review of zoning permits

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Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Innovation. Nicollet County Government Center ● 501 South Minnesota Avenue ● St. Peter, MN 56082 PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA Date: March 16, 2026 Time: Following the adjournment of the Board of Adjustments & Appeals meeting (doors open at 6:45) Location: County Board Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: www.co.nicollet.mn.us/Agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by email to [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Silence Your Cell Phone 4. Review of Cancellations and Additions 5. Approval of Minutes: February 17, 2025 6. Public Appearances 7. PUBLIC HEARING: Proposed Amendments to ZONING ORDINANCE (Septic and Floodplain Regulations) 8. Review Permits 9. Old Business 10. Other Business 11. Communications 12. Adjourn [ BLANK PAGE ] PLANNING & ZONING ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 2026 8:04 PM COUNTY BOARD ROOM COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Mon Mar 9, 2026

MN River - Mankato Watershed: Policy Committee

Committee to consider $12,000 amendment to HEI contract for MS4Front software

The Minnesota River‑Mankato Policy Committee will discuss and possibly adopt several items, including resolutions to adopt the Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan, an amendment to the Houston Engineering (HEI) contract that adds $12,000 for MS4Front software, and revisions to a formal agreement that will be sent to each board for approval. The meeting also includes routine approvals of the agenda, minutes, and financials, and sets dates for future meetings.

Resolution to adopt the Minnesota River‑Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan
Amendment to HEI contract adding $12,000 for MS4Front software
Approval of revisions to a formal agreement, to be reviewed by each board
Approval of agenda, minutes, and financials (including one invoice)
Scheduling of next Policy Committee meeting for April 13, 2026

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved revisions to the formal agreement

The Policy Committee approved the meeting agenda and minutes unanimously. It also approved the financial report and payment of an invoice from Houston Engineering, Inc. unanimously. The committee then unanimously approved the revisions to the formal agreement discussed at the meeting. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 4:17 p.m.

Approved meeting agenda and minutes (unanimous)
Approved financial report and payment of HEI invoice (unanimous)
Approved revisions to the formal agreement (unanimous)
Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

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Minnesota River – Mankato 1W1P Policy Committee Meeting Monday, March 9, 2026 ● 3:00 – 5:00 PM Meeting Location Nicollet County Health and Human Services River Room-Lower Level 622 South Front Street St Peter, MN 56082 Agenda Items Action Time 1. Welcome and Business Items • Approve agenda and minutes • Approve financials (including invoice) Approve 5 min 2. Resolutions to Adopt Minnesota River-Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan • Regional BWSR Meeting: Date TBD (between March 23rd and April 3rd) • Full BWSR Board Meeting: April 22nd -- 5 min 3. Amendment to HEI Contract (MS4 Front) • Will be presented at Nicollet County Board Meeting 3/10/26 -- 5 min 4. Formal Agreements • Comments • Approve with revisions to take back to each board? Discuss/Approve? 45 min 5. Action Items and Next Steps • Policy Committee Meeting: April 13th (if needed?) • If formal agreement is passed, please bring agreement back to your respective boards to have it approved/signed by the Policy Committee’s goal of April 30th, 2026. -- 5 min One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River – Mankato POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES January 12, 2026 The One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River – Mankato Policy Committee met at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026 at the Nicollet County Health & Human Services River Rooms . Present at the meeting: Blue Earth County – Kevin Paap; City of Mankato – Mike Laven, Vice Chair; City of Saint Peter – [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River — Mankato POLICY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 9, 2026 The One Watershed, One Plan: Minnesota River — Mankato Policy Committee met at 3:00 p.m. on Monday, March 9, 2026 at the Nicollet County Health & Human Services River Rooms. Present at the meeting: Blue. Earth County — Kevin Paap; City of Lake Crystal — Gina Cooper; City of Mankato — Mike Laven, Vice Chair; City of North Mankato — Scott Carlson; City of Saint Peter — Darrell Pettis; Le Sueur County — Steve Rohlfing; Le Sueur SWCD — Earl Traxler; Nicollet County — Marie Dranttel, Chair; Nicollet SWCD — Don Hermanson; Facilitators: Mackenzie Bratsch & Steven Budka. Also in attendance: BWSR — Shane Bugeja & Jeremy Maul; Steering Team — Curtis Thompson, Holly Bushman & Mike Schultz. Approve Meeting Agenda & Minutes A motion by Laven, seconded by Traxler to approve the meeting agenda and January 12, 2026 minutes was unanimously approved. Approve Financials Bratsch reported a reallocation of grant funds within the grant spending categories, as approved by the Board of Soil & Water Resources (BWSR). Grant spending is as follows: 54% for administration/coordination, 95% for meeting/public engagement, 88% for plan development, and 0% for contingency, for a total estimated 76% of the grant spent. Additionally, Bratsch requested that the committee review and approve one invoice from Houston Engineering, Inc. (HEI) for payment. A motion by Rohlfing, seconded by Cooper, to approve the fi [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Wed Feb 18, 2026

Tri-County Solid Waste

Board to approve the 2026 draft solid waste budget and gate rate charges.

The Tri‑County Solid Waste Joint Powers Board will review and vote on its 2025 year‑end budget, the current budget as of January 31 2026, and the draft budget for 2026. It will also set the 2026 gate rate charges and mobile collection dates. Additional items include selecting an official newspaper, reviewing vendor contract quotes for tires, appliances and electronics, and hearing a demolition contractor presentation.

Approve 2025 year‑end budget and current budget (1/31/26) and the 2026 draft budget
Select the official Tri‑County Solid Waste newspaper
Review and approve vendor contract quotes for tires, appliances, and electronics
Set 2026 gate rate charges and schedule mobile collection dates
Demolition contractor presentation by Mr. Bill Keegan, President

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Tri-County mee Solid Waste Office AGENDA Tri-County Solid Waste Joint Powers Board Meeting Wednesday, February 18th, 2026 8:30 a.m. Nicollet County Courthouse — Commissioner Board Room 501 South Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter, MN 56082 1. Call to Order 2. Election of Officers — Chairman (Nic) & Vice-Chairman (Sib) 3. Approval of Agenda & approval of Meeting Minutes: November 19", 2025 — Full TCSW Board mtg. Old Business . Select Official Tri County Solid Waste Newspaper . 2025 end of year budget review & approval . Current budget 1/31/26 & 2026 draft budget — approve . Solid Waste Plan update - MPCA, WTE, CON, GVT, BEC & Region 9 . HHW 2025, VSQG, Sharps, Rural recycling updates OornnANA New Business 9. Vendor contract quotes & approvals — tires, appliance & electronics 10. Set 2026 Gate rate charges & mobile collection dates 11. Dem Con Presentation — Mr. Bill Keegan, President 12. Miscellaneous items Other Business — Next 2026 quarterly meeting date(s) - Wednesday, April 15% Wednesday, August 19th & Wednesday, November 18% Adjournment & Tri-County Solid Waste is an Equal Opportunity Employer Nicollet County Courthouse + 501 South Minnesota Avenue » St. Peter, MN 56082 + Ph: 507-934-7078 + Cell: 507-381-9196 MINUTES TRI-COUNTY SOLID WASTE JOINT POWER BOARD MEETING Wednesday, November 19", 2025 — Nicollet County Courthouse Commissioners Board Room 501 South Minnesota Avenue St. Peter, MN 56082 Board Members Present: Commissioners — Marie Dranttel, Steve Ro [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Feb 17, 2026

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

Board of Adjustment & Appeals to hold public hearings on two variance requests

The Board will elect its 2026 officers and consider two variance requests. These include a request for a replacement shed setback reduction and a request for a home occupation in an accessory structure.

PLN 26-02: Variance request by Leon J. Matties to reduce OHWL setback from 200 ft to 78 ft and bluff setback from 30 ft to 27 ft for a replacement shed in West Newton Township
PLN 26-03: Variance request by Noah Klaseus to allow a Level II Home Occupation in an accessory structure in Lake Prairie Township
Election of 2026 Chair and Vice Chair
Approval of Findings of Fact for PLN 25-19 (Meyer)

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✓ Decided: Board approves two variances with conditions and elects new officers

The Board elected Randy Schwab as Chair and Jon Thoreson as Vice Chair, each by a 4‑0 vote. It approved a variance for Noah Klaseus to allow a Level II home occupation in an accessory structure, with conditions, by a 4‑0 vote. It also approved a variance for Leon Matties to reduce OHWL and bluff setbacks for a replacement shed, with conditions, by a 4‑0 vote.

Elect Randy Schwab as Chair (4-0)
Elect Jon Thoreson as Vice Chair (4-0)
Approve variance for Noah Klaseus (Level II home occupation) with conditions (4-0)
Approve variance for Leon Matties (OHWL and bluff setback reduction) with conditions (4-0)

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Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Innovation. Nicollet County Government Center ● 501 South Minnesota Avenue ● St. Peter, MN 56082 BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS AGENDA Date: February 17, 2026 Time: 6:00 p.m. (doors open at 5:45) Location: County Board Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: www.co.nicollet.mn.us/Agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by emailing [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Silence Your Cell Phone 4. Election of Officers: 2026 Board of Adjustment & Appeals  Chair & Vice Chair 5. Review of Cancellations and Additions 6. Approval of Minutes: January 27, 2026 7. Approval of Findings of Fact: 1/27/2026  PLN 25-19: Meyer 8. Public Appearances 9. PUBLIC HEARING: PLN 26-02 Applicant: Leon J. Matties Landowner: Leon J. Matties Request: Variance request to reduce the OHWL setback from 200 ft. to 78 ft. and the bluff setback from 30 ft. to 27 ft. for the construction of a replacement shed Locatio [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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NICOLLET A] COU NT Yesz. 1853 BOARD OF AJUSTMENT & APPEALS REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 2026 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT XX] David Hanson LJ Justin Laven Randy Schwab, Chair Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair XX] Dave Ubel ELECTION OF OFFICERS CANCELLATIONS & ADDITIONS APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVE January 27, 2026 VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES PUBLIC APPEARANCES FINDINGS OF FACT PLN25-19, MEYER APPROVE VOTE TO APPROVE FINDINGS 6:05 PM COUNTY BOARD ROOM BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT NICOLLET COUNTY STAFF EXCUSED PRESENT L] David Hanson XX] John Zehnder, Zoning Justin Laven Specialist (ZS) LJ Randy Schwab, Chair XI] Lillian Smart, Zoning Specialist D0 Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair (ZS) C] Dave Ubel Michelle Zehnder Fischer, County Attorney (CA) &] Taylor Melson, Assistant County Attorney (ACA) L] Crystal Madden, Secretary A motion by Thoreson, seconded by Ubel to nominate member Schwab as Chair passed by vote 4-0. A motion by Ubel, seconded by Hanson to nominate member Thoreson as Vice Chair passed by vote 4-0. None. MOTION SECOND L] David Hanson & Jon Thoreson & David Hanson LI Jon Thoreson LJ Justin Laven _] Dave Ubel L] Justin Laven L] Dave Ubel L] Randy Schwab L] Randy Schwab PASS CL) FAIL None. MOTION SECOND L] David Hanson LJ Jon Thoreson LJ David Hanson Jon Thoreson LJ Justin Laven Dave Ubel LJ Justin Laven L] Dave Ubel L] Randy Schwab L] Randy Schwab XX] PASS LJ FAIL VOTE: 4-0 VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING PLN26-03 APPLICANT/LANDOWNER: NOAH KLASEUS DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Feb 17, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

Public hearing on three‑year mineral extraction renewal and a home‑occupation request

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings: a three‑year renewal of a mineral extraction operation for Drill Pentagon Materials Inc. on the west half of Section 09‑109‑29 in Courtland Township, and a Conditional Use Permit request for a Level II home occupation by Noah Klaseus on the east half of the southwest quarter of Section 21‑111‑26 in Lake Prairie Township. The commission will also elect a chair and vice chair, approve the December 15, 2025 minutes, and consider the 2026 commission meeting schedule. Staff recommends a $23,250 bond for the mineral extraction renewal and conditions related to an NPDES permit.

PLN 26‑01: 3‑year renewal of Conditional Use Permit for mineral extraction at parcels 04.309.0803 & 04.309.0810, with a $23,250 bond
PLN 26‑04: Conditional Use Permit request for a Level II home occupation on parcel 07.121.1000
Election of Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission chair and vice‑chair
Approval of minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting
Recommendation to adopt the 2026 Planning Commission meeting schedule

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✓ Decided: Commission approved conditional use permits for mineral extraction and home occupation

The Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a three‑year mineral extraction operation (PLN26‑01) with specific conditions. It also unanimously approved a conditional use permit for a Level II home occupation (PLN26‑04) with its own set of conditions. Both motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

Nominated Dave Ubel as Chair, passed 5‑0
Nominated Justin Laven as Vice Chair, passed 5‑0
Approved conditional use permit for mineral extraction (PLN26‑01) with conditions, vote 5‑0
Approved conditional use permit for Level II home occupation (PLN26‑04) with conditions, vote 5‑0

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Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Innovation. Nicollet County Government Center ● 501 South Minnesota Avenue ● St. Peter, MN 56082 PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION AGENDA Date: February 17, 2026 Time: Following the adjournment of the Board of Adjustments & Appeals meeting (doors open at 5:45) Location: County Board Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: www.co.nicollet.mn.us/Agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by email to [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Election of Officers: 2026 Planning & Zoning Advisory Commission  Chair & Vice Chair 4. Review of Cancellations and Additions 5. Approval of Minutes: December 15, 2025 6. Public Appearances 7. PUBLIC HEARING: PLN 26-01 Applicant: Marty Preusser, with Drill Pentagon Materials Inc. Landowner: Evie Drill; Kenneth & Janice Drill Request: Request for the 3 year renewal of a Mineral Extraction Operation Location: Part of the W 1/2 of Section 09-109-29 in Courtland [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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NICOLLET co U NT Yesr. 1853 (SY PLANNING & ZONING ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES FEBRUARY 17, 2026 COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT XX] David Hanson L] Randy King L] Justin Laven, Vice Chair XX] Randy Schwab XX] Jon Thoreson Dave Ubel, Chair XI Kurt Zins, Commissioner ELECTION OF OFFICERS CANCELLATIONS & ADDITIONS APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVE December 15, 2025 VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES PUBLIC APPEARANCES 8:04 PM COUNTY BOARD ROOM COMMISSION MEMBERS NICOLLET COUNTY STAFF ABSENT EXCUSED PRESENT L] David Hanson John Zehnder, Zoning Randy King Specialist (ZS) Justin Laven, Vice Chair Lillian Smart, Zoning Specialist CX Randy Schwab (ZS) C] Jon Thoreson Michelle Zehnder Fischer, C1 Dave Ubel, Chair County Attorney (CA) DO Kurt Zins, Commissioner XI Taylor Melson, Assistant County Attorney (ACA) L] Crystal Madden, Secretary A motion by Thoreson, seconded by Schwab to nominate member Ubel as Chair passed by vote 5-0. A motion by Thoreson, seconded by Zins to nominate member Laven as Vice Chair passed by vote 5-0. None. MOTION SECOND L] David Hanson LJ Jon Thoreson David Hanson LJ Jon Thoreson L] Randy King L] Dave Ubel L] Randy King L] Dave Ubel L] Justin Laven L] Kurt Zins LJ Justin Laven CL] Kurt Zins XX] Randy Schwab L] Randy Schwab Xx] PASS L] FAIL None. CONDITIONAL USE PUBLIC HEARING PLN26-01 DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST CONFLICT OF INTEREST APPLICANT/LANDOWNER: MARTY PREUSSER/Evie Drill; Kenneth & Janice Drill 3-year renewal of a Mineral [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 27, 2026

Board of Adjustment & Appeals

Board considers variance to drop 30‑ft bluff setback for storage container

The Nicollet County Board of Adjustment & Appeals will hold a public hearing on after‑the‑fact variance request PLN25‑19. The applicants, Joseph & Christina Meyer, seek to reduce the required 30‑ft bluff setback to 0 ft so a 40 ft storage container can remain on their parcel in the Conservancy Zoning District. The board will also approve the minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting and adopt the 2026 meeting schedule.

Public hearing on variance PLN25‑19 to reduce bluff setback from 30 ft to 0 ft
After‑the‑fact variance request for a 40 ft storage container on parcel 07.131.0600
Approval of minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting
Adoption of the 2026 Board of Adjustment & Appeals meeting schedule

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✓ Decided: Board approved a variance for a storage container with conditions

The Board approved the minutes from the December 15, 2025 meeting. It also approved variance PLN25-19, allowing a storage container in the Conservancy Zoning District with six conditions. The variance motion passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

Approved December 15, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Approved variance PLN25-19 for storage container with conditions (5-0)

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Mission Statement Providing efficient services with innovation and accountability. Vision Statement Setting the standard for providing superior and efficient county government services through leadership, accountability and innovation to a growing and diverse society. Core Values Leadership. Integrity. Accountability. Efficiency. Innovation. Nicollet County Government Center ● 501 South Minnesota Avenue ● St. Peter, MN 56082 BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT & APPEALS AGENDA Date: January 27, 2026 Time: 7:00 p.m. (doors open at 6:45) Location: County Board Room - Government Center, 501 S. Minnesota Avenue, Saint Peter Copies of the meeting agenda and packet are available on the Nicollet County website at: www.co.nicollet.mn.us/Agendas Questions or comments regarding the meeting can be directed to the Nicollet County Property Services Department by calling 507-934-7070, or by emailing [email protected]. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Silence Your Cell Phone 4. Review of Cancellations and Additions 5. Approval of Minutes: December 15, 2025 6. Public Appearances 7. PUBLIC HEARING: PLN25-19 Applicant: Joseph & Christina Meyer Landowner: Joseph & Christina Meyer Request: After-the-fact variance for the reduction of the minimum bluff setback from 30 ft. to 0 ft. for the placement of a storage container within the Conservancy Zoning District. Location: Part of the NE 1/4 of the SW 1/4 of Section 31-111-26 in Nicollet Township Parcel Number: 07.131.0600 [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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NICOLLET @NUW) COUNTYssr. 1853 ouwuw BOARD OF AJUSTMENT & APPEALS REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES JANUARY 27, 2026 BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT & David Hanson Justin Laven & Randy Schwab, Chair & Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair & Dave Ubel CANCELLATIONS & ADDITIONS APPROVAL OF MINUTES APPROVE December 15, 2025 VOTE TO APPROVE MINUTES PUBLIC APPEARANCES 7:01 PM COUNTY BOARD ROOM BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT NICOLLET COUNTY STAFF PRESENT O David Hanson & John Zehnder, Zoning © Justin Laven Specialist (ZS) OO Randy Schwab, Chair & Lillian Smart, Zoning Specialist 0 Jon Thoreson, Vice Chair (2s) O Dave Ubel Taylor Melson, Assistant County Attorney (ACA) & Crystal Madden, Secretary None. MOTION SECOND C David Hanson (Jon Thoreson| CJ David Hanson [1 Jon Thoreson O Justin Laven & Dave Ubel Justin Laven (1 Dave Ubel CO Randy Schwab O Randy Schwab & PASS O FAIL None. VARIANCE PUBLIC HEARING PLN25-19 DESCRIPTION OF REQUEST CONFLICT OF INTEREST SITE VISIT & PUBLIC CONTACT STAFF REPORT APPLICANT TESTIMONY APPLICANT/LANDOWNER: Joseph and Christina Meyer After-the-fact variance for the reduction of the minimum bluff setback from thirty (30) feet to zero (0) feet for the placement of a storage container within the Conservancy Zoning District. PID: 07.131.0600 None. Board member Ubel visited the site. There was no contact with board members from members of the public. ZS Smart Present to represent the application was Joseph and Christina Meyers located at 39804 365th Lane, Saint Peter. [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

Tue Jan 27, 2026

Planning & Zoning Commission

No Planning & Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Jan 27, 2026.

The agenda for the Nicollet County Planning and Zoning Advisory Commission on January 27, 2026 indicates that no meeting was held. Consequently, no items were discussed or decided.

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Mon Jan 12, 2026

MN River - Mankato Watershed: Policy Committee

Policy committee to adopt watershed management plan and approve software contract

The Minnesota River-Mankato Policy Committee will discuss adopting a comprehensive watershed management plan and approve an amendment to a contract with Houston Engineering, Inc. for $12,000 to implement MS4Front software for tracking.

Adopt Minnesota River-Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan
Amendment to HEI Contract for MS4Front software ($12,000)
Approve agenda and minutes
Approve financials
Formal Agreements discussion

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✓ Decided: Committee unanimously approved $12,000 amendment to HEI contract

The committee approved the meeting agenda and minutes, the financial report and an invoice, and a $12,000 amendment to the Houston Engineering grant to add MS4Front software. It also approved revisions to the formal agreement and removed the October meeting from the 2026 schedule. All motions were passed unanimously.

Approved meeting agenda and Dec 15 2025 minutes (unanimous)
Approved financial report and payment of one invoice (unanimous)
Approved amendment to HEI grant to add $12,000 for MS4Front software (unanimous)
Approved revisions to the formal agreement (unanimous)
Removed October meeting date from 2026 schedule (decision)
Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)