Fillmore County, Minnesota
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Mon Jul 27, 2026
AFSCME Elig. Workers Union Negotiations
Fillmore County Board to hold AFSCME union negotiations
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct labor negotiations with AFSCME eligibility workers. The agenda includes an option to move into a closed session for these negotiations per Minnesota Statute 13D.03.
- Labor negotiations for AFSCME Eligibility Workers
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
UNION NEGOTIATIONS MEETING AGENDA
July 27, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
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9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
9:05 a.m. AFSCME Union Negotiations
Closed Session option per Minn. Stat. 13D.03 Labor Negotiation for AFSCME
Eligibility Workers
Adjourn
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
Mitch Lentz Randy Dahl Larry Hindt Duane Bakke Marc Prestby
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Tue Jul 14, 2026
Meeting
Board to review 2027 budgets and consider flood emergency declaration
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review proposed 2027 budgets for the Finance, Attorney, Extension, Recorder, and Corrections offices. The board will also consider a state of emergency declaration following July 2 rain and flooding events.
- Resolution declaring a State of Emergency due to July 2, 2026 rain and flooding
- Proposed 2027 budgets for Finance, Attorney, Extension, Recorder, and Corrections offices
- Approval to accept Blandin Foundation grant award funds and terms
- Final payment to Minnowa Construction, Inc. for bridge replacement project LOST 9949-104
- Hiring of three jailers and one replacement Head Mechanic
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
July 14, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
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9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. June 23, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. Approve Fireworks Application for Chatfield Western Days
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Coranda Whalen, Occupational Therapist Doctorate Capstone Student
1. Review of capstone project
9:20 a.m. Christy Smith, Finance Director
1. Presentation of proposed 2027 Finance Department Budget
9:30 a.m. Brett Corson, County Attorney
1. Presentation of proposed 2027 Attorney’s Office Budget
9:40 a.m. Lisa Dierks, Regional Director, Extension Office
1. Presentation of proposed 2027 Extension Office Budget
9:50 a.m. Roxane Kraling, County Recorder
1. Presentation of proposed 2027 Recorders Office, Recorders Technology and
Unallocated Budgets
10:00 a.m. Tom Jensen, Corrections Director
1. Presentation of proposed 2027 Corrections Office Budget
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Tue Jun 23, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board to hold public hearing on hemp and cannabis ordinance
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to Ordinance No. 20230523 concerning hemp and cannabis. The board is also considering road construction agreements and a land purchase from the City of Preston.
- Public hearing on amendments to Ordinance No. 20230523 (Hemp and Cannabis)
- Cooperative Agreement with City of Spring Valley for CSAH 1, Broadway Ave construction
- Advertising for HSIP project S.P. 023-070-004 Paved Shoulders on CSAH 1 north of Spring Valley
- Corrective Action Plan for Stortz Campground in Section 15, Canton Township
- Discussion and possible action on City of Preston land purchase
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board adopts updated hemp and cannabis ordinance
The Board approved an updated version of Ordinance No. 20230523 regarding hemp and cannabis following a public hearing. Other actions included approving sidewalk construction in Spring Valley and denying a land sale request from the City of Preston.
- Adopted updated Ordinance No. 20230523 – Hemp and Cannabis (Unanimous)
- Denied negotiations with City of Preston for sale of land adjacent to Resource Recovery Center
- Approved Cooperative Agreement with City of Spring Valley for sidewalks on CSAH 1 (Unanimous)
- Approved advertising for HSIP project S.P. 023-070-004 paved shoulders on CSAH 1 (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-017: Participation in 2027 Performance Measures Program (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-018: 2027 Performance Measures (Unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda including road closures for Bluff Land Triathlon and Canton Day (Unanimous)
- Decided to require another inspection and amended Corrective Action Plan for Stortz Campground
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
June 23, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
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9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. June 15, 2026, AFSCME Union Negotiations Board Minutes
2. June 16, 2026, County Board Minutes
3. June 16, 2026, Board of Appeal & Equalization Minutes
4. Bluff Land Triathlon partial bridge closure
• Brooklyn Bridge on County Road 27/Park St., Rushford on Saturday,
August 15, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., with use of crossing guards to stop
traffic for the cyclist to cross
5. Canton Day Off road closure
• One Block of Main St. between Prairie Ave. and Canton Ave. on
Saturday, August 15, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. for Pop-up Market
• Two Blocks of Main St. between Prairie Ave. and Fillmore Ave. on
Sunday, August 16, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. for Car Show
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Josh Lensing, County Engineer
1. Consider a Cooperative Agreement with the City of Spring Valley for the
construction of CSAH 1, Broadway Ave
2. Consider approval to advertise for HSIP project S.P. 023-070-004 Paved
Shoulde
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES June 23, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the June 23, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
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The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 23rd day of June 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Duane Bakke, and Marc Prestby
Absent: Larry Hindt
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Josh Lensing, Highway Engineer; Brett
Corson, County Attorney; Coy Pederson, Attorney’s Office Intern; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal; Bonita
Underbakke; Coranda Whalen; Luis Hummell; Steven Duxbury; Jon Buggs; Jane Grevstad; Cliff Grevstad; and David
Sefton
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Cristal Adkins, Zoning Administrator; Lindsi Engle,
Human Resources Officer; James Loken, Accounting Technician; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Domingo
Kingsley, Dispatcher; Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer; Roxane Kraling, Recorder; Gretchen Mensink and Shona
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
Meeting
Board to consider tax abatement appeals and 2027 budget schedule
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review tax abatement appeals for two churches and discuss the 2027 budget schedule. The board is also considering personnel changes and facility maintenance requests.
- Appeals for denial abatement for St. Mary’s in Chatfield and St. Columban’s in Preston
- Request to replace two boilers at the Fillmore County Office Building
- Resolution for the 2026 Fillmore County Absentee Ballot Board
- Approval of the 2026 Boat Water Safety Grant
- Discussion and possible action on 2027 budget schedule and directives
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County approves $72,490 boiler replacement for office building
The Board approved a contract for new boilers and authorized the hiring of a replacement RN. They also approved tax abatement appeals for two parsonage houses and established the 2026 Absentee Ballot Board.
- Approved $72,490 contract with Winona Heating & Ventilating for two boilers (Unanimous)
- Approved appeal for denial abatement for St. Mary’s parsonage house in Chatfield (Unanimous)
- Approved appeal for denial abatement for St. Columban’s parsonage house in Preston (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-016 to establish 2026 Absentee Ballot Board (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring Erin McKay as replacement RN at $38.387 hourly (Unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Boat Water Safety Grant of $2,311.00 (Unanimous)
- Approved 2027 Budget Time Schedule with adjusted presentation start date of July 7th (Unanimous)
- Approved attendance of two Assessor’s Office staff at the MAAP Conference in August
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
June 16, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
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3:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. June 2, 2026, County Board Minutes
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
3:05 p.m. Citizens' Input
3:10 p.m. Fr. Nicholas Gawarecki, Pastor St. Mary’s, Chatfield and St. Columban, Preston
1. Consider appeal for the denial abatement for St. Mary’s in Chatfield
2. Consider appeal for the denial abatement for St. Columban’s in Preston
3:20 p.m. Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer
1. Consider a resolution for 2026 Fillmore County Absentee Ballot Board
3:25 p.m. Terry Schultz, Maintenance Supervisor
1. Consider request to replace the two Boilers at the Fillmore County Office
Building
3:35 p.m. Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer
1. Consider resignation of Christina Bothun, Adult Social Worker Lead,
effective July 9th, 2026, after 11 years of service
2. Consider request to hire Erin McKay, replacement RN, effective July 27th,
2026, as requested by the Public Health Director and hiring committee
3:40 p.m. Bobbie Hillery, Adm
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES June 16, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the June 16, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
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The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a regular session this 16th day of June 2026,
at 3:00 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Duane Bakke and Marc Prestby
Absent: Larry Hindt
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Fr. Nicholas Gawarecki, Pastor St.
Mary’s, Chatfield and St. Columban, Preston; Ryan Rasmusson, County Assessor; Kayla Pierce, Assessment Technician;
Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer; Terry Schultz, Maintenance Supervisor; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources
Officer; John DeGeorge, Sheriff; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal; Bonita Underbakke; Andy Bisek; Theresa
Opat; Matt Opat; Dan Hurley; Gary Ruskel and Coranda Whalen
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Tom Jensen, Community Corrections Director;
Cristal Adkins, Zoning Administrator; James Loken, Accounting Tec
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Tue Jun 16, 2026
BOA
Fillmore County Board of Appeal and Equalization to hear property appeals
The Board of Appeal and Equalization will meet to review property assessments. The session includes a presentation by Assessor Ryan Rasmusson and the hearing of scheduled and walk-in appeals.
- Assessment presentation by Assessor Ryan Rasmusson
- Hearing of scheduled appeals
- Hearing of walk-in appeals
- Review of Assessor recommendations
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✓ Decided: Board reduces property value for Parcel 17.0579.010
The Board of Appeal and Equalization met to review 2026 assessment changes. The board approved a value reduction for one specific property parcel. No other appeals were scheduled or received.
- Approved decrease in value of Parcel 17.0579.010 from $431,200 to $346,000 (4-1)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF APPEAL AND EQUALIZATION
MEETING AGENDA
June 16, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2490 840 2405 or www.webex.com,
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6:30 p.m. Convene County Board of Appeal and Equalization
Pledge of Allegiance
Swear-In of Board of Appeal and Equalization Members
Ryan Rasmusson, Assessor
1. Assessment Presentation
2. Scheduled Appeals
3. Walk-in appeals
4. Assessor Recommendations
Adjourn
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
Mitch Lentz Randy Dahl Larry Hindt Duane Bakke Marc Prestby
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES June 16, 2026
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This is a preliminary draft of the June 16, 2026, Board of Appeal and Equalization minutes as interpreted by the
Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections,
additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
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The Board of Appeal and Equalization of Fillmore County met pursuant to MN Statutes on this 16th day of June
2026 at 6:30 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Duane Bakke, and Heather
Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer.
Absent: Larry Hindt
Also present were: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Ryan Rasmusson, Assessor; Andrew Hillery, Property
Appraiser; Ryan Welscher, Property Appraiser; Stefan Holets, Property Appraiser, Isaak Solum, Property
Appraiser and Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Board Chair Dahl called the hearing to order.
Administrator Hillery Conducted the Oath for the members of the Board of Appeal and Equalization.
Ryan Rasmusson, County Assessor was present.
Assessor Rasmusson reviewed a presentation on assessment changes made during the 2026 Assessment.
There were no scheduled appeals.
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Mon Jun 15, 2026
AFSCME Labor Negotiations
Fillmore County Board to negotiate labor contract with AFSCME social workers
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct labor negotiations with the AFSCME union. The board may enter a closed session for these discussions regarding social workers.
- Labor negotiations for AFSCME social workers
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board to file for mediation in AFSCME labor negotiations
The Board of County Commissioners held a special session to conduct labor negotiations with AFSCME Social Workers. Following a public discussion and a closed session, it was announced that the Board will file for mediation.
- Announced the Board will file for mediation regarding AFSCME Social Workers negotiations
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
UNION NEGOTIATIONS MEETING AGENDA
June 15, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2481 151 2885; or www.webex.com,
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9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
9:05 a.m. AFSCME Union Negotiations
Closed Session option per Minn. Stat. 13D.03 Labor Negotiation for AFSCME
Social Workers
Adjourn
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
Mitch Lentz Randy Dahl Larry Hindt Duane Bakke Marc Prestby
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES June 15, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the June 15, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
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The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 15th day of June 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Duane Bakke and Marc Prestby
Absent: Larry Hindt
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Ann Goering, Labor Law
Attorney; Ryan Hanson, AFSCME Social Worker Union Representative; Shelby Antoff, Social Worker; Elizabeth
Fugelstad, Social Worker; Andrea DuCharme, Social Worker; Kelli Jo Krenzke, Social Worker and Krista Skaalen,
Social Worker
Chair Dahl called the public meeting for AFSCME Union Negotiations to order at 9:04 a.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Discussion ensued between the Board and AFSCME Social Workers Union Representatives.
The Chair called for a recess at 9:26 a.m. and Board resumed at 9:28 a.m.
The Chair called for a Closed Session option per M
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Meeting
Board to discuss cannabis ordinance amendments and jail project payment
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will consider updates to the cannabis ordinance and a potential public hearing on June 23, 2026. The board is also reviewing intern agreements and snowmobile funding.
- Amendments to the Cannabis Ordinance
- Possible public hearing on June 23, 2026, for amended Cannabis Businesses Ordinance
- Payment of Jail Project Paybook #39
- Resolution for Snowmobile Funding for 2025-2026
- Road closures in Canton on July 3 and 4 for parade
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board approves snowmobile funding and schedules cannabis ordinance hearing
The Board approved funding for four snowmobile trail organizations and authorized a public hearing for the amended Cannabis Business Ordinance. Two intern agreements for the County Attorney’s Office were approved, and payment for Jail Project Paybook #39 was authorized.
- Approved Resolution 2026-015 for 2026-2027 snowmobile funding (unanimous)
- Scheduled Public Hearing for amended Cannabis Business Ordinance for June 23, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved intern agreement between Aalyiah Root and County Attorney’s Office (unanimous)
- Approved intern agreement between Coy Pederson and County Attorney’s Office (unanimous)
- Approved payment of Jail Project Paybook #39 (unanimous)
- Approved Canton road closures for July 3rd and 4th parade (unanimous)
- Approved May 26 and May 28, 2026, meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
June 2, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2490 803 9134; or www.webex.com,
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9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. May 26, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. May 28, 2026, AFSCME Union Negotiations Board Minutes
3. Canton July 3 & 4 road closure for parade
• South Main Street at 213 S Main Street and going south; Friday, July 3rd
11:00 p.m. to Saturday, July 4th until 12:45 a.m.
• Main Street from County 30 to Fillmore Avenue for parade route on
Saturday, July 4th 12:00 a.m. until 12:45 a.m.
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Brett Corson, County Attorney
1. Consider approval of an intern agreement between Aalyiah Root and the
Fillmore County Attorney’s Office
2. Consider approval of an intern agreement between Coy Pederson and the
Fillmore County Attorney’s Office
9:20 a.m. Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer
1. Consider resolution for Snowmobile Funding for 2025-2026
9:30 a.m. Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer
1. Consider resignation of Pat Ditrocchio, Bailiff, effective June 10, 2026, after
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES June 2, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the June 2, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
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The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 2nd day of June 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Duane Bakke and Marc Prestby
Absent: Larry Hindt
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Brett Corson, County Attorney; Coy
Pederson, Attorney’s Office Intern; Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer; John DeGeorge, Sheriff; Wanda Berg,
Human Services Director; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal; Bonita Underbakke; Jon Buggs; Anne Flynn; Jane
Grevstad and Luis Hummel
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Tom
Jensen, Community Corrections Director; Cristal Adkins, Zoning Administrator; Roxane Kraling, Recorder; James
Loken, Accounting Technician; Jessica Erickson, Public Health Director; Allison Whalen, CEDA; Gretchen Men
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Thu May 28, 2026
AFSCME Labor Negotiations
Fillmore County Board to hold AFSCME union negotiations
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct labor negotiations with AFSCME. The board may enter a closed session to discuss negotiations for AFSCME Social Workers.
- Labor negotiations for AFSCME Social Workers
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Commissioners hold AFSCME labor negotiations
The Board of County Commissioners met for a special session to conduct labor negotiations with AFSCME Social Workers. The meeting included both public discussion and closed sessions. No substantive decisions were recorded.
- Scheduled next negotiations meeting for June 15, 2026
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
UNION NEGOTIATIONS MEETING AGENDA
May 28, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2499 192 7455; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2499 192 7455; password AnzW4kiJC43
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
9:05 a.m. AFSCME Union Negotiations
Closed Session option per Minn. Stat. 13D.03 Labor Negotiation for AFSCME
Social Workers
Adjourn
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
Mitch Lentz Randy Dahl Larry Hindt Duane Bakke Marc Prestby
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES May 28, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the May 28, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
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The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 28th day of May 2026,
at 9:15 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt, Duane Bakke and Marc
Prestby
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Ann Goering, Labor Law
Attorney; Ryan Hanson, AFSCME Social Worker Union Representative; Shelby Antoff, Social Worker; Elizabeth
Fugelstad, Social Worker; Andrea DuCharme, Social Worker
Chair Dahl called the public meeting for AFSCME Union Negotiations to order at 9:18 a.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Discussion ensued between the Board and AFSCME Social Workers Union Representatives.
The Board went into a Closed Session option per Minn. Stat. 13D.03 Labor Negotiation for AFSCME Social Workers at
10:45 a.m.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, L
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Tue May 26, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board to consider zoning permits and hemp ordinance updates
The Board of Commissioners will review several access permits for new building sites and a conditional use permit for a sawmill. The meeting includes decisions on local business registrations, personnel changes, and updates to the Hemp/Cannabinoid Ordinance.
- Conditional Use Permit for a sawmill in Section 6, Sumner Township
- Access Permits for building sites on County 9 (Newberg Township) and County 5 (Chatfield Township)
- Denial of Microbusiness-retail endorsement for 5th Sun Gardens in Lanesboro
- Updates to Hemp/Cannabinoid Ordinance 20230523
- Closure of Broadway Street in Spring Valley on June 17
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board denies cannabis retail registration for 5th Sun Gardens
The Board denied a Microbusiness-retail endorsement for 5th Sun Gardens in Lanesboro due to zoning restrictions and requested the Cannabis Committee review setback ordinances. Other actions included approving several access permits, a sawmill conditional use permit, and a $62,800 PACE special assessment.
- Denied Microbusiness-retail endorsement for 5th Sun Gardens (Lanesboro) due to zoning
- Approved $62,800 PACE Special Assessment for David Johnson and Sandra Goebel property
- Approved Resolution 2026-014: Conditional Use Permit for sawmill in Sumner Township
- Approved Access Permits for Allen Miller (County 9), PC Holdings LLC (County 5), and Dennis Swartzentruber (County 21)
- Approved $4,921.05 to repair Courthouse Security scanner with Astrophysics
- Approved transfer of Don Lind to Shop Foreman at $40.18 hourly
- Approved 90-day extension from Department of Revenue for vacant Assessor Position
- Approved continuation of Assessor contracted services for Ryan Rasmussen and Freeborn County
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
May 26, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2486 671 9669; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2486 671 9669; password 22xFD5k2WHJ
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. May 11, 2026, AFSCME Union Negotiations Board Minutes
2. May 12, 2026, County Board Minutes
3. Spring Valley Wednesdays on Broadway Street closure
• County 1 from the east side of Washington Street to the west side of Vine
Street; Wednesday, June 17th from 1:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
4. Application for fireworks display on July 3rd for Eagle Cliff Campground
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer
1. Consider approval of PACE Special Assessment on David Johnson and
Sandra Goebel property in Peterson
2. Consider denial of Microbusiness-retail endorsement local registration for 5th
Sun Gardens, Lanesboro due to setback requirements
9:20 a.m. Cristal Adkins, Zoning Administrator
1. Consider approval of an Access Permit for Allen Miller, ETAL, for access to
a new building site on County 9 in Section 12, Newberg Township
2. Consider approval of an Access Permit for PC H
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES May 26, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the May 26, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 26th day of May 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt, Duane Bakke and Marc
Prestby
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer;
Brett Corson, County Attorney; Cristal Adkins, Zoning Administrator; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Wanda
Berg, Human Services Director; Ron Gregg, County Engineer; Josh Lensing, County Engineer; Coy Pederson, Attorney’s
Office Intern; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal and Bonita Underbakke
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; James Loken, Accounting Technician; Tom Jensen,
Community Corrections Director; Jessica Erickson, Public Health Director; Ryan Rasmusson; Shona Langseth and
Gretchen Mensink
The Pledge of Allegiance was
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Tue May 12, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board to consider personnel changes and financial reinvestments
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss reinvesting matured and additional funds. The board will also consider a Joint Powers Agreement with MCCC and two staffing requests.
- Request to reinvest matured CD and additional funds
- Approval of Joint Powers Agreement with MCCC
- Title transition for Cristal Adkins to Zoning Administrator
- Hiring of Chris Martin as Engineering Technician effective May 28, 2026
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board approves $2M in investments and $100K grant application
The Board approved the reinvestment of a $500,000 CD and a new $2 million investment strategy. They authorized a $100,000 grant application to the Blandin Foundation for comprehensive planning and housing studies. Personnel changes and a software agreement were also approved.
- Approved reinvesting $500,000 CD with First Southeast Bank (unanimous)
- Approved investing $2,000,000 total: $500,000 with First Southeast Bank and $1,500,000 with Moreton Capital Markets (unanimous)
- Approved updated Joint Powers Agreement with Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative (unanimous)
- Approved title change for Cristal Adkins to Zoning Administrator (unanimous)
- Approved hiring Chris Martin as Engineering Technician at $32.6195 hourly (unanimous)
- Approved writing a $100,000 grant application to Blandin Foundation for planning and housing studies (unanimous)
- Approved May 5, 2026, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
May 12, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2496 054 9622; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2496 054 9622; password wdMzAxqJ284
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. May 5, 2026, County Board Minutes
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Christy Smith, Finance Director
1. Consider request to reinvest matured CD
2. Consider request to reinvest additional funds
9:15 a.m. Brett Corson, County Attorney
1. Consider approval of the Joint Powers Agreement with MCCC
9:20 a.m. Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer
1. Consider request to transition Cristal Adkins title from Assistant Land Use
Director to Zoning Administrator
2. Consider request to hire Chris Martin, Engineering Technician, effective May
28, 2026 at Grade 11/ Step 1
Calendar reviews, Committee Reports, and Announcements
Meetings:
Tuesday, May 12 7:30 a.m. Safety/EM Hindt/Prestby
Tuesday, May 12 9:00 a.m. Regular Board ALL
Tuesday, May 19 10:00 a.m. Historical Society Bakke
Thursday, May 21 5:00 p.m. SWCD Bakke
Thursday, May 21 6:00 p.m. Planning Commission & BOA Bakke
Tuesday, May 26 7:30 a.m. Hig
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES May 12, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the May 12, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a regular session this 12th day of May 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt, Duane Bakke and Marc
Prestby
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Brett Corson, County Attorney;
Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Allison Whalen, CEDA; Jessica Erickson, Public Health Director; Wanda Berg,
Human Services Director; Denise Zwart, Deputy Human Services Director and Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Tom Jensen, Community Corrections Director;
Cristal Adkins, Assistant Land Use Director; Roxane Kraling, Recorder; Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer; and Shona
Langseth
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
On motion by Bakke and seconded by Lentz, the Board unanimously approved the amended
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Mon May 11, 2026
AFSCME Labor Negotiations
Fillmore County Board to hold AFSCME union negotiations
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to conduct labor negotiations with AFSCME Social Workers. The agenda includes an option to move into a closed session for these discussions.
- Labor negotiations for AFSCME Social Workers
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board holds AFSCME labor negotiations
The Board of County Commissioners met for a special session to conduct labor negotiations with AFSCME Social Workers. The meeting included a public discussion and a closed session per Minn. Stat. 13D.03. No substantive policy or contract decisions were recorded.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Entered closed session for labor negotiations at 11:09 a.m.
- Scheduled next negotiations meeting for May 28, 2026
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
UNION NEGOTIATIONS MEETING AGENDA
May 11, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2490 936 3997; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2490 936 3997; password twWh9zD7bJ2
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
9:05 a.m. AFSCME Union Negotiations
Closed Session option per Minn. Stat. 13D.03 Labor Negotiation for AFSCME
Social Workers
Adjourn
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
Mitch Lentz Randy Dahl Larry Hindt Duane Bakke Marc Prestby
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES May 11, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the May 11, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 11th day of May 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt, Duane Bakke and Marc
Prestby
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Ann Goering, Labor Law
Attorney; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Ryan Hanson, AFSCME Social Worker Union Representative; Shelby
Antoff, Social Worker; Kiah Halvorson, Social Worker; Elizabeth Fugelstad, Social Worker; Andrea DuCharme, Social
Worker
Chair Dahl called the public meeting for AFSCME Union Negotiations to order at 9:05 a.m.
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
On motion by Lentz and seconded by Hindt , the Board unanimously approved the agenda
Discussion ensued between the Board and AFSCME Social Workers Union Representatives.
The Chair called for a recess at 11:00 a.m. and
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Tue May 5, 2026
Meeting
Board considers appointing new County Engineer and awarding 2026 Rock Contract
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss personnel changes and highway equipment. The board is deciding on the appointment of a new County Engineer and the purchase of two used motor graders.
- Awarding of the 2026 Rock Contract
- Purchase of two used Motor Graders
- Appointment of Josh Lensing to County Engineer
- Gambling Application for the Preston Area Chamber of Commerce
- Approval of 12/31/2025 Restricted Funds
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County appoints new County Engineer and approves equipment purchases
The Board appointed Josh Lensing as County Engineer and approved the purchase of two used motor graders. The Board also awarded the 2026 Rock Contract to Bruening Rock Products and approved the 12/31/2025 Restricted Funds.
- Appointed Josh Lensing as County Engineer effective May 15, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of two used 2018 John Deere 772G Motor Graders from RDO Equipment (unanimous)
- Awarded 2026 Rock Contract to Bruening Rock Products (unanimous)
- Approved 12/31/2025 Restricted Funds (unanimous)
- Approved resignation of Kayla O’Bieglo, Public Health RN, effective May 26, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved advertising for a replacement RN (unanimous)
- Approved April 28, 2026, minutes and Preston Area Chamber of Commerce Gambling Application (unanimous)
- Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
May 5, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2489 790 6021; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2489 790 6021; password mJuKfn9T2g3
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. April 28, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. Approve Gambling Application for the Preston Area Chamber of Commerce
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Branden Yates, Dairyland Power Cooperative
1. Presentation regarding Maribell Transmission System
9:30 a.m. Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer
1. Consider awarding the 2026 Rock Contract
2. Consider purchasing two used Motor Grader as approved by the Highway
Committee and County Engineer
9:40 a.m. Bobbie Hillery, Administrator
1. Consider resignation of Kayla O’Bieglo, Public Health RN, effective May
26
th, 2026, after 7 months of service
2. Consider request to advertise for replacement RN
3. Consider request to appoint Josh Lensing, Engineer in Training, to County
Engineer, effective May 15
th, 2026, as request by the Personnel Committee
and Administrator
4. Consider approval of 12/31/2025 Restricted Funds
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES May 5, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the May 5, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 5th day of May 2026, at
9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Branden Yates, Dairyland Power
Cooperative; Rob Maly, Dairyland Power Cooperative; Eric Jacobson, Dairyland Power Cooperative; Laurie Dunham,
GridLiance; Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer; Joshua Lensing, Engineer in Training; Brent Kohn, Highway Supervisor;
Aaron Bishop; Amy Bishop; Eva Barr; Richard Nethercut; Loni Kemp; Diana Lawrence; Douglas Lawrence; Karen
Reisner, Fillmore County Journal and Bonita Underbakke
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Roxane Kraling, Recorder; Cristal Adkins, Assistant
Land Use Director; Dallas Dornink, Feedlot Officer; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director
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Tue Apr 28, 2026
Meeting
Board considers awarding Peterson Bridge Project contract
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on several personnel hires and equipment purchases. The board will also review feedlot reports and consider awarding a bridge project contract.
- Awarding the Peterson Bridge Project SP 023-625-017 to the lowest responsible bidder
- Purchase of a new DS 200 for Early Voting and new Election Reporting System software
- Reappointment of Joel Thoreson as Fillmore County Surveyor
- Approval of Jail Project Paybook #38
- Hiring of James Lokken (Accounting Technician) and Becky Larson (Eligibility Worker)
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County awards $6.1M bridge project contract
The Board approved a multi-million dollar contract for the Peterson Bridge Project and authorized several election equipment purchases. The commission also approved multiple personnel hires and the reappointment of the County Surveyor.
- Awarded Peterson Bridge Project SP 023-625-017 to ICON Constructors LLC for $6,115,190.60 (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of DS 200 ballot box system for $6,945.00 plus $276 annual fee (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of updated Election Reporting System software for $2,947.00 (Unanimous)
- Reappointed Joel Thoreson as County Surveyor via four-year contract at $35,600.00 annually (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring James Loken as Accounting Technician at $34.097 hourly (Unanimous)
- Approved hiring Becky Larson as Eligibility Worker at $29.133 hourly (Unanimous)
- Approved transfer of Megan Rowe to Accounting Technician at $32.2532 hourly (Unanimous)
- Approved review of 2025 Fillmore County Feedlot Program report (Unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
April 28, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2491 010 4039; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2491 010 4039; password Pd4Za25fJyX
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. April 14, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. April 20, 2026, AFSCME Negotiations Minutes
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Marla Stanton, Assistant County Attorney and Daniel Dornink, Captain
1. Presentation of recent educational program at local schools
9:20 a.m. Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer
1. Consider approval of purchase of a new DS 200 for Early Voting
2. Consider approval of purchase of new software for Election Reporting System
9:30 a.m. Dallas Dornink, Feed Lot Officer
1. Review of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Feedlot Program 2025
Year-End Review Worksheet
2. Review of the 2025 Feedlot Financial Report
3. Review of the 2025 Feedlot Annual Report, with request for signature
9:40 a.m. Blake Lea, Land Use Director
1. Update regarding petition from property owners to the DNR regarding trout
stream in Pilot Mound
9:50 a.m. Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer
1. Consider
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES April 28, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the April 28, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 28th day of April 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Marla Stanton, Assistant Attorney;
Daniel Dornink, Captain; Brett Corson, County Attorney; John DeGoerge, Sheriff; Heather Broadwater, Auditor/
Treasurer; Dallas Dornink, Feedlot Officer; Blake Lea, Land Use Director; Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer; Joshua
Lensing, Engineer in Training; Joel Thoreson, Surveyor; Brent Kohn, Highway Supervisor; Lindsi Engle, Human
Resources Officer; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal and Bonita Underbakke
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Tom Jensen, Community Corrections Director;
Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Jessica Erickson, Dir
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Mon Apr 20, 2026
AFSCME Union Negotiations
Fillmore County Board to hold AFSCME union negotiations
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to conduct labor negotiations with the AFSCME union. The meeting includes an option for a closed session regarding AFSCME social workers.
- Labor negotiations with AFSCME union
- Potential closed session regarding AFSCME social workers
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Commissioners hold AFSCME union negotiations
The Board of County Commissioners met for a special session to conduct negotiations with AFSCME Social Workers. No substantive decisions were recorded; the meeting concluded with the scheduling of the next session.
- Approved the agenda (unanimous)
- Entered closed session for labor negotiations per Minn. Stat. 13D.03
- Scheduled next negotiations for May 11, 2026, at 9:00 a.m.
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
UNION NEGOTIATIONS MEETING AGENDA
April 20, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2496 483 8289; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2496 483 8289; password TeGgpbCe344
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
9:05 a.m. AFSCME Union Negotiations
Closed Session option per Minn. Stat. 13D.03 Labor Negotiation for AFSCME
Social Workers
Adjourn
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
Mitch Lentz Randy Dahl Larry Hindt Duane Bakke Marc Prestby
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES April 20, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the April 20, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 20th day of April 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt, Duane Bakke and Marc
Prestby
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Wanda Berg, Human Services
Director; Jessica Erickson, Public Health Director; Ann Goering, Labor Law Attorney; Ryan Hanson, AFSCME Social
Worker Union Representative; Shelby Antoff, Social Worker; Kiah Halvorson, Social Worker; Elizabeth Fugelstad,
Social Worker; Andrea DuCharme, Social Worker
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
On motion by Lentz and seconded by Hindt, the Board unanimously approved the agenda
Chair Dahl opened the Public Board meeting of the AFSCME Union Negotiations at 9:00 a.m.
Discussion ensued betw
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Tue Apr 14, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board to hold public hearing on naming a creek in Peterson
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider a recommendation regarding the naming of a creek in Peterson. The board will also review personnel changes and labor negotiations.
- Public hearing on the naming of a creek in Peterson
- Liquor license renewal for the Old Barn Resort & Golf Course
- Resignation of Land Use Director Blake Lea
- Request for an additional Accounting Technician for the Sheriff’s Office
- Labor negotiations for AFSCME Social Workers
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board names unnamed creek in Peterson as Haslerud Creek
The Board approved a resolution to name a creek in the City of Peterson and Rushford Village. The Board also approved personnel changes and a new position for the Sheriff's Office. A liquor license renewal for the Old Barn Resort & Golf Course was approved via consent agenda.
- Approved naming the 'Unnamed Creek' in the City of Peterson and Rushford Village as Haslerud Creek
- Approved adding an Accounting Technician to the Sheriff’s Office roster
- Approved liquor license renewal for the Old Barn Resort & Golf Course
- Approved resignation of Blake Lea, Land Use Director, effective May 1, 2026
- Approved resignation of Jeff Quam, Highway Shop Foreman, effective April 13, 2026
- Approved Commissioner warrants
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
April 14, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2484 083 1143; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID AjbJyYME523; password AjbJyYME523
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. April 7, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. Approve Liquor License Renewal for the Old Barn Resort & Golf Course
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer
1. Consider resignation of Blake Lea, Land Use Director, effective May 1, 2026,
after 2.5 years of service
2. Consider request to add additional Accounting Technician to Sheriff’s Office
roster as requested by the Sheriff and Personnel Committee
9:30 a.m. Closed Session per Minn. Stat. 13D.05, subd. 2(b) Consider employee
disciplinary action
10:00 a.m. Public Hearing – Naming of Creek in Peterson
10:15 a.m. Bobbie Hillery, Administrator
1. Consider recommendation for naming the Creek in Peterson
10:30 a.m. Closed Session per Minn. Stat. 13D.03 Labor Negotiation for AFSCME Social
Workers
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES April 14, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the April 14, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a regular session this 14th day of April 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt, Duane Bakke and Marc
Prestby
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer;
John DeGeorge, Sheriff; Lance Boyum, Chief Deputy; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Karen Reisner, Fillmore
County Journal, Bonita Underbakke and Gail Barnard-Boyum
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Tom Jensen, Community Corrections Director;
Cristal Adkins, Assistant Land Use Director; Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer; Domingo Kingsley, Dispatcher;
Roxane Kraling, Recorder; Michele Peterson; Gretchen Mensink; Shona Langseth and Ann Goering, Labor Law Attorney
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
On motion by Bakke and
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Tue Apr 7, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board considers zoning changes and infrastructure grants
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss public health proposals, grant applications, and land use permits. The session includes reviews of emergency radio equipment and road maintenance purchases.
- Liquor License Renewal for Preston Golf & Country Club
- Intent to apply for Blandin Foundation grant
- Purchase and installation of I-Band ARMER Radio Amplifier using grant funds
- Driveway access permit for Paul, Sandy, and Todd Eiken on County 28 in Newburg Township
- Resolution for Amendment to Section 733 of the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance
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✓ Decided: Board approves zoning changes and state bonding support for bridge and trail
The Board approved a zoning amendment increasing the minimum distance for telecommunications facilities from residences to 1,000 feet. It also approved state bonding support for the Forestville Bridge and Root River Trail System extension. Additionally, the Board authorized several equipment purchases and grant applications.
- Approved Resolution 2026-011 to increase telecommunications structure distance from residences to 1,000 feet (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-012 for state bonding of $1M for Forestville Bridge and $6M for Root River Trail extension (4-1)
- Approved $46,451.94 for SE Minnesota EMS proposal including Stryker Lucas and six Zoll AEDs (Unanimous)
- Approved acceptance of $55,000 State Homeland Security grant and $47,167.65 for Courthouse radio amplifier and installation (Unanimous)
- Approved $11,750 purchase of John Deere disc mower from Preston Equipment after trade-in (Unanimous)
- Approved CEDA's intent to apply for Blandin Foundation grant for Comprehensive Plan assistance (Unanimous)
- Approved liquor license renewal for Preston Golf & Country Club (Unanimous)
- Approved Access Permit for Paul, Sandy, and Todd Eiken for driveway on County 28 (Unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
April 7, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2489 364 4612; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2489 364 4612; password bSwuJNiS638
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. March 24, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. Approve Liquor License Renewal for Preston Golf & Country Club
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Jessica Erickson, Public Health Director and Public Health Staff
1. Consider Proclamation for Public Health Week
2. Consider revised SE Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Proposal
3. Update from Age-Friendly Fillmore County
9:30 a.m. Allison Whalen, EDA
1. Consider approval to give intent to apply for Blandin Foundation grant
9:35 a.m. Jason Harmening, Emergency Manager
1. Consider approval for purchase and installation of I-Band ARMER Radio
Amplifier with grant funds
9:40 a.m. Blake Lea, Land Use Director
1. Consider Access Permit for Paul & Sandy Eiken and Todd Eiken for a new
driveway access on County 28 in Section 22, Newburg Township
2. Consider Resolution for Amendment to Ordinance to Section 733 of
the Fillmore County Zoning Ordinance
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES April 7, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the April 7, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 7th day of April 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Jessica Erickson, Public Health
Director; Christy Gildner, Social Worker; Traci Corson, Social Worker; Breanna Johnson, RN; Ashley Johnson, Case
Aide; Aimee Rodger, RN; Dakota Johnson, PHN; Kayla O’Bieglo, RN; Ashley Ostern, Case Aide; Carrie Boyum, Lead
PHN; Valerie Arnold, Public Health Social Worker; Ashley Simonson, PHN; Katherine Holger, Community Health
Specialist; Caitlyn Rietmann, Social Worker; Erin Doering, Case Aide Lead; Sarah Hall, Social Worker; Paula Melver,
Home Care Coordinator; Michele Gatzke, RN; Anna Bailey, Social Worker; Chelsea Rislove, RN; Jessica Holst,
Registered Dietician; Brenda
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Tue Mar 24, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board to consider personnel changes and infrastructure permits
The Board of Commissioners will review requests for driveway access permits and various personnel actions. The meeting includes discussions on a solid waste engineering study and union negotiations with AFSCME Social Workers.
- Access Permit for Charles & Mary Stackhouse for a new driveway on County 11
- Access Permit for Ervin & Linda Yutzy for a new driveway on County 11
- Solid Waste Engineering Study with SEH, Inc.
- Social Services Counter Glass replacement by Ford Metro, Inc.
- Request from City of Lanesboro for mural painting under County 8 Bridge
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board approves resource recovery center expansion contract
The Board approved a $22,800 contract for the Fillmore County Resource Recovery Center expansion and authorized several personnel changes. Other actions included approving driveway access permits and a mural project for the City of Lanesboro.
- Approved $22,800 professional services contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson for Resource Recovery Center expansion options
- Approved $5,825 to replace Social Services Counter Glass by Ford Metro, Inc
- Approved reinvestment of $21,301.96 CD with Merchants Bank for 6 months at 3.9% interest
- Approved driveway access permits for Charles and Mary Stackhouse (County 11) and Ervin and Linda Yutzy (County 15)
- Approved rehiring James Thorson as Engineering Technician, Sr. at $41.058 hourly
- Approved part-time military leave and temporary telecommuting for Jason Marquardt
- Approved transfer of Denise Zwart to Deputy Human Services Director at $47.9061 hourly
- Approved City of Lanesboro painting a mural under the County 8 Bridge
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
March 24, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2495 290 7620; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2495 290 7620; password FmJTeMhz753
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. March 10, 2026, County Board Minutes
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Christy Smith, Finance Director
1. Consider request to reinvest matured CD
9:15 a.m. Blake Lea, Land Use Director
1. Consider approval of an Access Permit for Charles & Mary Stackhouse for a
new driveway access on County 11 in section 33, Fountain Township
2. Consider approval of an Access Permit for Ervin & Linda Yutzy for a new
Driveway access on County 15 in Section 34, Bristol Township
9:25 a.m. Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer
1. Consider request to rehire James Thorson intermittently for project consulting
during the current construction season, as requested by the County Engineer
and Personnel Committee
2. Consider request for temporary telecommuting of Jason Marquardt, VSO, as
requested by the County Administrator and Personnel Committee
3. Consider request to transfer Denise Zwart, Eligibility Worker L
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES March 24, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the March 24, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing
the official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 24th day of March
2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Blake Lea, Land Use Director; Lindsi
Engle, Human Resources Officer; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Jason Marquardt, Veteran’s Service Officer;
Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer; Ryan Hanson, AFSCME Social Worker Union Representative; Shelby Antoff, Social
Worker; Kiah Halvorson, Social Worker; Elizabeth Fugelstad, Social Worker; Alexis Hall, Social Worker, Ann Goering,
Labor Law Attorney; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal and Bonita Underbakke
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Tom Jensen, Community Corrections Director;
Cristal Adkins, Assistant Land Use Director; R
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Tue Mar 10, 2026
Meeting
Board to consider 2024 audit and Bruening Pit environmental assessment
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review the 2024 audit and a proposal for SE Minnesota Emergency Medical Services. The board will also discuss a petition for an Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Bruening Pit and personnel changes including the retirement of the County Engineer.
- Approval of 2024 Audit from CliftonLarsonAllen
- Environmental Assessment Worksheet petition for Bruening Pit
- SE Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Proposal
- Final payment to Rochester Sand & Gravel for resurfacing project SP 23-602-023
- Quotes for a mound system at Fillmore County Airport
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✓ Decided: Board approves $71,376 in emergency medical equipment and Bruening Pit environmental review
The Board approved funding for lifesaving medical equipment for rural communities and required an environmental assessment for the Bruening Rock Products Quarry. Other actions included approving the 2024 audit, authorizing airport mound system quotes, and accepting personnel reclassifications.
- Approved $71,376.68 for SE MN EMS and medical equipment via Opioid Fund (unanimous)
- Required a discretionary Environmental Assessment Worksheet for Bruening Rock Products Quarry (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 Audit and its publication in the Fillmore County Journal (unanimous)
- Approved $81,384.24 final payment to Rochester Sand and Gravel for Sumner Township project (unanimous)
- Approved $8,888 quote from Hiller Commercial Floors for courtroom carpet (unanimous)
- Approved pay scale reclassifications for Engineering Technician roles (unanimous)
- Approved retirement of County Engineer Ron Gregg effective June 4, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-010 for LCCMR application March 2026 (unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
March 10, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2482 446 7732; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2482 446 7732; password Mqgyphra277
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. March 3, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. Approve Alcohol License Renewal for Eagle Bluff ELC
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Shelly Caldwell, Christina Welke, and Jason Twaddle, Marco
1. Review of prior year projects, current cybersecurity issues, and review of
services and projects for 2026
9:30 a.m. Christy Smith, Finance Director
1. Consider request to approve the 2024 Audit from CliftonLarsonAllen
2. Consider request to publish the 2024 Audit based on the legal bid from the
Fillmore County Journal
9:35 a.m. Jessica Erickson, Director of Public Health
1. Consider SE Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Proposal
9:40 a.m. Blake Lea, Land Use Director
1. Discuss with possible action regarding signed petition for an Environmental
Assessment Worksheet for Bruening Pit
9:50 a.m. Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer
1. Consider request for the Airport to seek quotes for the construction of a
mo
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES March 10, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the March 10, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing
the official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a regular session this 10th day of March
2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Shelly Caldwell, Marco; Christina Welke, Marco; Christy Smith, Finance
Director; Jessica Erickson, Director of Public Health; Alex Catevenis, SE MN Emergency Medical Services; Blake Lea,
Land Use Director; Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer; Joshua Lensing, Engineer in Training; Terry Schultz, Maintenance
Supervisor; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal; Bonita Underbakke; Glee
Claussen; Gordon Claussen; Mary Bell; Joe Deden; Stan Besser; Greg Gay; Chris Pricke; Stacey Schultz; Renee Hosleist;
Lloyd Hackman; A. Renee Bergstrom; Eugene Bergstrom; Patti LeMay; Amy Wertsch; and Kael Eddy
Others present v
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Tue Mar 3, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board to hold public hearing on Shot-Gun Only Ordinance
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and discuss a proposed Shot-Gun Only Ordinance. The meeting includes reviews of the 2024 audit and 2026 fuel bids, as well as several personnel appointments and promotions.
- Public hearing and possible action on Shot-Gun Only Ordinance
- Review of 2024 Audit by Clifton Larson Allen LLP
- Contracts with Ancom Communications and Trillium Tower Development for radio tower antenna service
- Review of 2026 Fuel bids
- Approval of Jail Project Paybook #36
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✓ Decided: Board opposes Trout Stream expansion and rejects shotgun-only hunting ordinance
The Board unanimously opposed the expansion of Trout Stream designations and decided not to implement a proposed shotgun-only hunting ordinance. Additionally, the Board allocated $500,000 for a new Solid Waste Department building and approved several personnel hires and promotions.
- Approved Resolution 2026-008 opposing 62.85 miles of Trout Stream designation expansion
- Approved not to put the shotgun ordinance in place
- Allocated $500,000 in interest income to Solid Waste Department for a new building
- Approved 2026 Fuel Bids from Consolidated Energy Co.
- Approved $2,112.08 contract with Ancom Communications and $2,800.00 contract with Trillium Tower Development for radio tower antenna replacement
- Approved promotion of Tara Kraling to Paralegal ($30.5630 hourly)
- Approved adding and internally advertising a Deputy Human Services Director position
- Approved hiring Beau Grindland and Bodey Wright as Part-Time Jailers ($28.2466 hourly)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
March 3, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2484 909 1040; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2484 909 1040; password AZwuKmPb865
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. February 24, 2026, County Board Minutes
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Craig Popenhagen, Clifton Larson Allen LLP
1. Review of 2024 Audit
9:30 a.m. Christy Smith, Finance Director
1. Consider approval to allocate additional interest income from 2025 to
Committed funds based on prior Board request
9:35 a.m. Blake Lea, Land Use Director
1. Consider resolution regarding additional Trout Stream designation
9:40 a.m. Jason Harmening, Emergency Manager
1. Consider approval of a contract with Ancom Communications for parts to
complete radio tower antenna service
2. Consider approval of a contract with Trillium Tower Development for
equipment to complete radio tower antenna service
9:50 a.m. Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer
1. Review of the 2026 Fuel bids with possible action
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES March 3, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the March 3, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing the
official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 3rd day of March 2026,
at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Craig Poppenhagen, Clifton Larson Allen LLP (CLA); Sterling Shatek,
CLA; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Blake Lea, Land Use Director; Jason Harmening, Emergency Manager; Ron
Gregg, Highway Engineer; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; John
DeGeorge, Sheriff; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal; Blaise Sass; Doug Ristau; Brady Ristau; Judy Ristau;
Ervin Ristau; Devin Ristau; Bill McBride; Ron Scheevel; Aaron Scheevel; Barb Hanning; John Zahnmiller; Brett Hyter;
Larry Gutknett; Les Merkel; Charlie Sheldon; Ben Koren; Joe Schaefer; Enos Hershberger; Tom Johnson; Tom Newgard;
John Cullen; Ty Bestor;
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Tue Feb 24, 2026
Meeting
Board considers road detours, assessor contracts, and personnel changes
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss various administrative approvals, including equipment for squad cars and hauler licenses. The board is also reviewing interim contracts for the County Assessor and a detour agreement with MnDOT.
- Detour Agreement No. 1062203 with MnDOT for CSAH 11, 8, and 7
- Sewer line easement on Andrew and Gail Bunge property in Preston
- Interim County Assessor contracts with Freeborn County and Ryan Rasmussen
- Purchase of Service Agreement with Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center
- Street and parking lot closures for Trout Days on May 16
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board approves squad car equipment and road detour agreement
The Board approved $74,960.60 for new squad car equipment and a detour agreement with MnDOT for 2027 highway work. Other actions included hiring a highway maintenance specialist and approving interim assessor contracts.
- Approved $74,960.60 for equipment in four new squad cars (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-006 for MnDOT detour agreement on CSAH 11, 8, and 7 (unanimous)
- Approved hiring Brody Ruesink as Highway Maintenance Specialist at $26.62 hourly (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 2026-007 for sewer utility easement at 902 Houston Street (unanimous)
- Approved interim County Assessor contracts with Freeborn County and Ryan Rasmusson (unanimous)
- Approved Purchase of Service Agreement with Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Centers (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Haulers list (unanimous)
- Scheduled Public Hearing for March 24 to name a trout stream in Peterson (unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
February 24, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2488 464 9017; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2488 464 9017; password PxSK3MS4AA8
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. February 10, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. Trout Days closure of Street/parking lot
• County 12 (Fillmore Street) from Houston Street to St. Anthony Street;
Saturday, May 16 6:00 am to 8:00 pm (Fillmore Street Family Activities)
• County 17 from Highway 52 to River Street; Saturday, May 16 3:30 pm to
5:30 pm (Grand Parade)
• East and West parking lots at the Courthouse; Saturday, May 16 6:00 am
to 8:00 pm (Family Activities)
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Lance Boyum, Chief Deputy
1. Consider approval of quote from Thin Line Outfitters for purchase and
installation of squad car equipment
9:20 a.m. Joel Kroening, Solid Waste Administrator
1. Consider approval of 2026 Hauler’s licenses
9:25 a.m. Wanda Berg, Human Services Director
1. Consider approval of Purchase of Service Agreement with Hiawatha Valley
Mental Health Center for services paid through Adult Mental Health
Intitiative dollars
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES February 24, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the February 24, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing
the official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 24th day of February
2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Larry Hindt and Duane Bakke
The following member was absent: Commissioner Mitch Lentz
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Natasha Young-Ray, District Outreach
Representative; Lance Boyum, Chief Deputy; John DeGeorge, Sheriff; Joel Kroening, Solid Waste Administrator; Wanda
Berg, Human Services Director; Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer; Joshua Lensing, Engineer in Training; Melissa
Hammell, Assistant County Attorney; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Marla Stanton, Assistant County
Attorney; Ryan Rasmusson, Assessor; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal and Bonita Underbakke
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Tom Jensen, Community Correct
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Tue Feb 10, 2026
Meeting
Board considers fiber optic easement at Buck Snort Park
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to review warrants and recognize employee achievements. The board will also consider a request from M&M Broadband for an easement to install and maintain fiber optics.
- Proposed easement to M&M Broadband for fiber optic installation and maintenance at Buck Snort Park
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County approves fiber optic easement for Buck Snort Park
The Board of County Commissioners approved an easement for M & M Broadband, LLC to install and maintain fiber optic poles. The board also approved the agenda, previous meeting minutes, and commissioner warrants.
- Approved easement at Buck Snort Park for M & M Broadband, LLC (unanimous)
- Approved February 3, 2026, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)
- Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
February 10, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2494 411 4952; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2494 411 4952; password PpfTeEvJ549
9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. February 3, 2026, County Board Minutes
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer
1. Consider granting an easement to M&M Broadband for fiber optic installation
and maintenance at Buck Snort Park
9:20 a.m. Employee Service Recognition, Wellness/Activities Awards and
Safety Award
Calendar reviews, Committee Reports, and Announcements
Meetings:
Tuesday, February 10 9:00 a.m. Regular Board ALL
Thursday, February 12 10:30 a.m. Workforce Development Lentz
Monday, February 16 4:00 p.m. Hiawatha Valley Mental Health Center Lentz
Thursday, February 19 7:00 p.m. Planning Commission Bakke
Monday, February 23 6:00 p.m Zumbro Valley Health Center Lentz
Tuesday, February 24 7:30 a.m. Highway Committee Bakke, Dahl
Tuesday, February 24 9:00 a.m. Special Board ALL
FILLMORE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
First District Second District Third District Fourth District Fifth District
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES February 10, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the February 10, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing
the official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a regular session this 10th day of February
2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer; Josh Lensing, Engineer in Training;
Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Ryan Rasmusson, Assessor; Brett Corson, County Attorney; Jessica Erickson,
Director of Public Health; Susan Mandelko, Eligibility Worker; Andy Hillery, Property Appraiser; Ryan Welscher,
Property Appraiser; Valerie Arnold, Eligibility Worker; Alexis Burt, Social Worker; Traci Corson, Social Worker;
Ashley Johnson, Case Aid; Katherine Holger, Community Health Specialist; Erin Doering, Case Aid Lead; Trista Ruen,
Accounting Technician; Aimee Rodger, Registered Nurse; Denise Zwart, Eligibility Worker Lead; Jason Wetzel,
Eligibilit
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Tue Feb 3, 2026
Meeting
Board considers highway equipment purchases and a new telecom tower
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss equipment acquisitions for the highway department and a land use permit. The board will also review 2026 wage adjustments and a server replacement project.
- Purchase of a 2026 John Deere 333P Skid Loader with trade-in
- Purchase of a 2026 CP24G cold planer
- Conditional Use Permit for a GSS, Inc. Telecommunications Tower in Newburg Township
- Review of 2026 pay scales and wage adjustments
- Quote for Simplivity Server Replacement Project
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✓ Decided: Board approves telecommunications tower and highway equipment purchases
The Board approved a conditional use permit for a telecommunications tower in Newburg Township and authorized the purchase of a skid loader and cold planer. Additionally, the Board approved a server replacement project and reviewed 2026 pay scale adjustments for non-union staff.
- Approved Resolution 2026-005 for GSS, Inc. Telecommunications Tower in Newburg Township (4-1)
- Approved purchase of 2026 John Deere 333P Skid Loader for $61,500.00 after trade-in (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 2026 CP24G cold planer for $25,000.00 (unanimous)
- Approved SimpliVity Server Replacement Project quote of $89,213.70 (unanimous)
- Approved January 27, 2026, County Board Minutes (unanimous)
- Approved Commissioner warrants (unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
February 3, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2497 056 7896; or www.webex.com,
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9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. January 27, 2026, County Board Minutes
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer
1. Consider request to purchase a new 2026 John Deere 333P Skid Loader with
trade in as recommended by the Highway Committee and County Engineer
2. Consider request to purchase a 2026 CP24G cold planer as recommended by
the Highway Committee and County Engineer
9:20 a.m. Blake Lea, Land Use Director
1. Consider approval of a Conditional Use Permit request for GSS, Inc. for a
Telecommunications Tower on property owned by Paul & Sandy Eiken and
Todd Eiken, in Section 22, Newburg Township
9:30 a.m. Bobbie Hillery, Administrator
1. Review of pay scales and wage adjustments for 2026
2. Consider quote for Simplivity Server Replacement Project
Calendar reviews, Committee Reports, and Announcements
Meetings:
Tuesday, February 3 9:00 a.m. Special Board ALL
Monday, February 9 6:00 p.m. DAC Lentz
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES February 3, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the February 3, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing
the official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 3rd day of February
2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer; Brent
Kohn, Highway Supervisor; Blake Lea, Land Use Director; Mike Huizenga, GSS, Inc; Cristal Adkins, Assistant Land
Use Director; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Bonita Underbakke; Jack & Patricia LeMay; Gordon & Glee
Claussen; Stan & Charlene Besser; Eugene & Renee Bergstrom; and Shona Langseth
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Tom
Jensen, Community Corrections Director; Jessica Erickson, Public Health Director; Ryan Rasmusson, Assessor; Karen
Reisner, Fillmore County Journal; Gretchen Mensi
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Tue Jan 27, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board to consider bridge projects and personnel changes
The Board of Commissioners will review several infrastructure projects, including bridge replacements and final payments to contractors. The meeting also includes decisions on county staffing and a proposed ordinance regarding firearm types.
- Approval to advertise for the Peterson Bridge Replacement Project SP 023-625-017
- Final payments to Generation X Construction (Preston Township) and Minnowa Construction, Inc (York and Jordan Townships)
- Proposed ordinance limiting firearm types in former shotgun-only counties
- Resignations of County Assessor Ryan Rasmussen and Public Health Nurse Chelsey Rislove
- Approval of Jail Project Paybooks #34 and #35
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board approves bridge project and schedules shotgun ordinance hearing
The Board approved several highway construction payments and a cooperative agreement for the Peterson Bridge replacement. Personnel actions included the resignation of the County Assessor and the hiring of a part-time deputy. A public hearing for a proposed shotgun-only ordinance is scheduled for March 3, 2026.
- Approved Resolution 2026-001 adopting the 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Approved cooperative agreement with City of Peterson for bridge replacement on CSAH 25
- Approved $14,110.03 final payment to Generation X Construction (Res. 2026-002)
- Approved $8,071.17 final payment to Minnowa Construction, Inc (Res. 2026-003)
- Approved $6,936.88 final payment to Minnowa Construction, Inc (Res. 2026-004)
- Approved hiring Jordan Kohnen as Part-Time Deputy at $32.6195 hourly
- Approved resignation of County Assessor Ryan Rasmussen effective February 27, 2026
- Approved public hearing for proposed shotgun-only ordinance on March 3, 2026
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
January 27, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2480 429 4527; or www.webex.com,
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9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. January 13, 2026, County Board Minutes
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Alexander Catevenis, SE Minnesota Emergency Medical Services
1. Consider approval of a SE Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Opioid
Partnership
9:20 a.m. Jason Harmening, Emergency Manager
1. Consider resolution adopting the 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan
9:25 a.m. Ron Gregg, Highway Engineer
1. Consider approval to advertise for the Peterson Bridge Replacement Project
SP 023-625-017
2. Consider Resolution: Final payment to Generation X Construction for Project
SAP 023-599-217 in Preston Township
3. Consider Resolution: Final payment to Minnowa Construction, Inc for Project
LOST 88877-009 in York Township
4. Consider Resolution: Final payment to Minnowa Construction, Inc for Project
LOST 1122-038 in Jordan Township
5. Consider approval for entering into a cooperative agreement with the City of
Peterson for replacement
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES January 27, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the January 27, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing
the official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 27th day of January
2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Marc Prestby, Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt and Duane
Bakke
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Alexander Catevenis, SE Minnesota
Emergency Medical Services; Jessica Erickson, Director of Public Health; Jason Harmening, Emergency Manager; Ron
Gregg, Highway Engineer; Joshua Lensing, Engineer in Training; Roxane Kraling, Recorder; Lindsi Engle, Human
Resources Officer; Tom Jensen, Community Corrections Director; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Heather
Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer; John DeGeorge, Sheriff; Ryan Rasmusson, Assessor; Melissa Hammell, Assistant
Attorney; Joel Kroening, Solid Waste Administrator; Blake Lea, Land Use Director; Matt Hilgart, AMC; Representative
Greg Davids; Sena
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Tue Jan 13, 2026
Meeting
Board to consider 2026 salaries for Sheriff and Chief Deputy
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review several driveway access permits and the 2025 tax forfeiture process. The board will also discuss 2026 salaries for the Sheriff and Chief Deputy and a potential public hearing for a shot-gun only ordinance.
- Access permits for driveways/field access on County 30, County 24, County 1, and County 44
- 2026 salary discussions for Fillmore County Sheriff and Chief Deputy
- Possible public hearing for a shot-gun only ordinance
- Reappointment of Trinity Johnson to Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment
- Review of 2025 Fillmore County Tax Forfeiture Process
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✓ Decided: Fillmore County Board increases Sheriff's 2026 salary to $150,000
The Board rescinded a previous salary agreement to increase the Sheriff's 2026 pay. The commission also approved several driveway access permits and the 2026 committee lists. A public hearing for a proposed Shot-Gun Only ordinance was scheduled for January 27, 2026.
- Approved Sheriff John DeGeorge's 2026 salary at $150,000 (4-1)
- Rescinded January 6 motion setting Sheriff's salary at $148,000 (4-1)
- Approved draft Shot-Gun Only ordinance Resolution and set public hearing for Jan 27, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 Committee List and 2026 Commissioner's Committee List (unanimous)
- Approved Access Permit for Dave & Leanne Kingsley and Chris & Deb Skaalen on County Road 30 (unanimous)
- Approved Access Permit for Susan Roppe on County Road 24 (unanimous)
- Approved Access Permit for Daniel Miller on County 1 (unanimous)
- Approved Access Permit for Evan O'Connor on County Road 44 (unanimous)
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING AGENDA
January 13, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2491 218 9626; or www.webex.com,
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9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. January 6, 2026, County Board Minutes
2. Reappoint Trinity Johnson for a four-year term on the Planning Commission
and Board of Adjustment
3. Reappoint Dan Schmidt for a three-year term on the Extension Committee
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Blake Lea, Land Use Director
1. Consider approval of an Access Permit for Dave & Leanne Kingsley/Chris &
Deb Skaalen for a driveway access on County 30 in Section 27, Harmony
Township
2. Consider approval of an Access Permit for Sue Roppe for a new field access
on County 24 in Section 10, Newburg Township
3. Consider approval of an Access Permit for Daniel Miller to widen an existing
field access on County 1 in Section 19, Bloomfield Township
4. Consider approval of an Access Permit for Evan O’Connor for a new field
access on County 44 in Section 18, Harmony Township
9:20 a.m. Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer
1. Review of 2025 Fillmore Cou
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FILLMORE COUNTY COMMISSIONERS’ MINUTES January 13, 2026
This is a preliminary draft of the January 13, 2026, minutes as interpreted by the Clerk of the Board for use in preparing
the official minutes. It is expected that there will be corrections, additions, and/or omissions before the final minutes are
reviewed and officially approved by the County Board.
________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Board of County Commissioners of Fillmore County, Minnesota met in a special session this 13th day of January
2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Board Room, Fillmore County Courthouse, in the City of Preston.
The following members were present: Commissioners Randy Dahl, Mitch Lentz, Larry Hindt, Duane Bakke, and Marc
Prestby
Others present: Bobbie Hillery, Administrator; Christy Smith, Finance Director; Blake Lea, Land Use Director; Heather
Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer; Wanda Berg, Human Services Director; Kiah Halvorson, Adult Mental Health Case
Manager; Kelli Jo Krenzke, Children’s Mental Health Case Manager; John DeGeorge, Sheriff; Lance Boyum, Chief
Deputy; Dan Dornink, Captain; Karen Reisner, Fillmore County Journal and Bonita Underbakke
Others present via Webex: Kayla Peterson, Accounting Technician; Tom Jensen, Community Corrections Director;
Cristal Adkins, Assistant Land Use Director; Roxane Kraling, Recorder; Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer; Jessica
Erickson, Director of Nursin
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Tue Jan 6, 2026
Meeting
Fillmore County Board to set 2026 salaries, fees, and operational rates
The Board of Commissioners will meet to elect leadership and establish administrative rates and salaries for 2026. The body is also deciding on personnel changes and various annual resolutions for county operations.
- Approval of 2026 Fee Schedule and Official Newspaper bid
- Payment of $6,000.00 per service to Ambulance Services for 2026
- Setting 2026 mileage reimbursement (IRS recommended rate is $.725 per mile)
- Approval of Jail Project Paybook #33
- Low-Dose Hemp Registration Renewals for seven local businesses
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FILLMORE COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
January 6, 2026
Fillmore County Courthouse- Boardroom, 101 Fillmore Street Preston, MN 55965
The Board provides the public the opportunity to participate in the meeting by phone or virtually.
To participate Dial 1-844-621-3956; enter Access Code 2480 164 4673; or www.webex.com,
click on “join meeting”; enter the Meeting ID 2480 164 4673; password DWk74QWRjZ7
9:00 a.m. Call to order by Administrator Hillery
Pledge of Allegiance
Election of Board Chair and Vice-Chair – Administrator Hillery
Approve Agenda
Approve Consent Agenda:
1. December 23, 2025, County Board Minutes
2. Approve Low-Dose Hemp Registration Renewals for the following: Preston
Liquor Store; T.J.’s Liquor; Smoking Guns LLC; Gurek LLC D/B/A Cenex
Gas Station; Granny’s Liquor; Pam’s Corner Convenience, Rushford; Pam’s
Corner Convenience, Harmony
Approve Commissioner Warrants
Review Finance Warrants
9:05 a.m. Citizens Input
9:10 a.m. Heather Broadwater, Auditor/Treasurer
1. Consider approval of 2026 Fee Schedule
2. Consider approval of 2026 Official Newspaper bid
9:20 a.m. Lindsi Engle, Human Resources Officer
1. Consider resignation of Tyler Mack, Part-Time Jailer, effective January 25,
2025, after three years of service
2. Consider resignation of Marcus Bonnichsen, Highway Maintenance
Specialist. Effective January 2, 2026, after three weeks of service
3. Consider request to advertise for replacement Highway M
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