Fillmore County public meetings in 2021
36 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review several 2022 salary requests for the County Recorder, Sheriff, and County Attorney. The meeting also includes discussions on highway detour agreements, bridge replacement payments, and various county pay plans.
- First reading of the Solid Waste Management 10 year plan
- Acceptance of $2,000 from Carton Council’s Community Education Award
- Detour agreement with MN/DOT for TH 43 construction
- Final payment resolution for bridge replacement on CSAH 29, SAP 023-629-010
- Cooperative agreement with the City of Whalan for CSAH 36 reconstruction
Board Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review bids for multiple bridge replacement and road projects. The meeting includes discussions on American Recovery Act expenditures, jail architecture, and an ATV ordinance. A Truth in Taxation hearing for the 2022 preliminary budget and levy is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
- Bids for bridge replacements on CSAH 30, CSAH 26, CR 105, and in Newburg, Sumner, and Norway Townships
- Purchase of a 2022 Ford Explorer Squad Car and Jail Camera DVR system
- Contract award to Neo Electrical Solutions for moving the Airport AWOS
- Request to hire a Social Worker at Grade 12/ Step 1 effective 01/03/2022
- Review of updated County fee schedule for approval in early 2022
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss American Recovery Act expenditures and hold a public hearing regarding an ATV ordinance. The meeting also includes reviews of road reconditioning projects and personnel hiring requests.
- Public hearing on ATV Ordinance
- Discussion of American Recovery Act expenditures for broadband, HVAC, and administration
- Requests to advertise surface reconditioning on CSAH 3 and CSAH 39
- Request to advertise for the 2022 Chip seal Program on CSAH 12, 17, 18, 23, 25, 40, and 14
- Renewal liquor license for Isle of Dreams LLC
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review broadband expansion proposals and American Recovery Act expenditures. The meeting includes decisions on tax-forfeited land classification and various infrastructure and staffing requests.
- Natural Resources Block Grant Agreement for $70,096.00
- Tax forfeiture land classification and auction date resolution
- Bridge No. 88938 replacement project advertisement in Arendahl Township
- Broadband proposals from Corey Hauer & Haley Tollefson, LTD, Harmony Telephone/MiBroadband, and Mediacom Communications
- Purchase quotes for a 2022 Dodge Charger unmarked squad car
Board Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review zoning permits and law enforcement equipment purchases. The board will also discuss an ATV ordinance and a paralegal employment contract.
- Access permit for Welch Family Farm in Spring Valley Township
- Conditional Use Permit for a sawmill by Jeremiah & Katherine Daggett in Jordan Township
- Purchase quotes for a 2022 Dodge Charger marked squad car from EATI and Enterprise Fleet Management
- Review of a proposed employment contract for paralegal services from Deborah Jeffers
- Discussion regarding the American Recovery Act calendar
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss funding requests for tourism associations and a zoning amendment for campgrounds. The meeting includes requests to advertise six bridge replacement projects across various townships and a proposal for a multi-year imagery project. Members will also consider a payroll software agreement and insurance benefit options for 2022.
- Request to advertise six bridge replacement projects in Jordan, Beaver, Harmony, Newburg, Sumner, and Norway Townships
- Proposed Imagery Project with EagleView for 3 years at $44,613.87 per year
- Proposed Payroll Software agreement with UKG
- Resolution for Zoning Ordinance Amendment regarding Campgrounds, Section 506.05
- Request for transmission replacement quote for 2016 jail transport van
Board Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review requests for equipment purchases, personnel advertisements, and health plan premiums. The meeting includes discussions on an ATV ordinance and the write-off of delinquent mobile home property taxes.
- Possible action on an ATV ordinance
- Request to purchase a 2021 Motor grader
- Request to advertise for 1.0 FTE Social Worker, 1.0 FTE Registered Nurse/Public Health Nurse, and 1.0 FTE Case Aide
- Discussion on writing off delinquent mobile home property taxes
- Approval of 2022 health plan premiums and a cash-in-lieu benefits option
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will consider a 2022 operational enhancement grant for Veteran Services and an access permit in Fillmore Township. The meeting also includes a discussion on American Recovery Act funds and a personnel request regarding a staff member's FTE status.
- 2022 CVSO operational enhancement grant and expenditures
- Access permit for Mitchell & Nikita Albrecht, section 10 of Fillmore Township
- Request to keep Alexis Hall at 0.9 FTE permanently
- Update regarding American Recovery Act Dollars
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review the proposed 2022 budget and consider the preliminary levy. Other items include a foster care transportation contract, an ATV ordinance review, and a domestic violence awareness proclamation.
- Proclamation for October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- Access permit for Jerry Gingerich in section 34 of Amherst Township
- 2022/23 Foster Care transportation contract involving multiple school districts
- Final payment resolution for the 2021 Bruening Rock Products contract
- Review of proposed 2022 Budget and Preliminary Levy
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2022 preliminary levy and budget. The board is also reviewing a jail needs assessment and the use of coronavirus relief funds for highway equipment.
- Discussion of 2022 Preliminary Levy and Budget
- Spending of Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act (CRRSAA) funds for two Tandem Plow Trucks
- Liquor License for Preston’s Servicemen’s Club
- Access permits for Jacob Hyke (City of Canton) and Antonio Stemp (Carimona Township)
- SSTS Ordinance amendment, Section 405
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review 2022 budgets for Public Health, Social Services, and Veteran Services. The meeting includes decisions on road project scheduling, waste market values, and various personnel and contract approvals.
- Review of 2022 Community Services Budgets for Public Health, Social Services, and Veteran Services
- Resolution to set MSW current market value at $81.67
- Proposed rescheduling of surface reconditioning projects for CSAH 30 and CSAH 2
- Agreement with Thompson Pit for winter sand use on County Roads
- Resolution for Fillmore County EDA participation in the Build Back Better Regional Challenge
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing proposed 2022 budgets for several departments, including Finance, Highway, Airport, Surveyor, Zoning, Feedlot, and the Soil & Water Conservation District. The body will also consider personnel hires and specific infrastructure contracts.
- Proposed 2022 budgets for Finance, Highway, Airport, Surveyor, Zoning, Feedlot, and SWCD
- Contract Resolution for SAP 23-634-005 with Midwest Contracting, Inc.
- Bid results for the Lanesboro Fish Hatchery Project SAP 023-600-006
- Access permit for Dan Miller in section 21 of Bloomfield Township
- Hiring of replacement Accounting Technicians for the Administration and Assessor offices
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing and consider a property tax abatement for the G-Cubed Development, Inc. Housing Project 2021 in Lanesboro. The board will also review proposed 2022 budgets for the Sheriff, Jail, Emergency Management, Solid Waste, and Resource Recycling.
- Public hearing and resolution for G-Cubed Development, Inc. Housing Project 2021 tax abatement in Lanesboro
- Proposed 2022 budgets for Sheriff, Jail, Emergency Management, Solid Waste, and Resource Recycling
- Cooperative Agreement with City of Rushford for a Canoe Launch Access Road
- Final payment resolution for Township Bridge Replacement Project SAP 23-599-209 in Sumner Township
- Street closures on Coffee Street East in Lanesboro for History Alive and Taste of the Trail events
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss and potentially act on whether the Recorder position should be appointed or elected. The board will also review proposed 2022 budgets for maintenance and the assessor's office.
- Liquor license application for Preston Servicemen’s Club
- Presentation of Jail Needs Assessment report
- Proposed 2022 Maintenance Budget
- Proposed 2022 Assessor Budget
- Access permit for a new drive for Elliot Rustad in Amherst Township section 15
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will consider proposed 2022 budgets for the Recorder, County Attorney, and Auditor/Treasurer offices. The meeting includes discussions on bridge replacements in Carimona and Newburg Townships and public input on the Recorder position.
- Proposed 2022 budgets for Recorder, Attorney, and Auditor/Treasurer/Election offices
- Final payment Resolution for Township Bridge Replacement Project SAP 23-599-205 in Carimona Township
- Grant participation Resolution for Bridge Bonding Funds on CSAH No. 15 in Carimona Township
- Bid results for Bridge replacement project SAP 23-629-010 on CSAH No. 29 in Newburg Township
- Purchase of 800 MHZ Radios via COVID-19 grant
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review requests to hire two replacement Property Appraisers and discuss updates to Paid Time Off and Personal Appliance policies. The meeting includes a discussion on the American Rescue Plan Act and a request for a tax abatement public hearing in Lanesboro.
- MN/DOT grant agreement for Federal Airport Expenses Reimbursement
- Hiring of two replacement Property Appraisers at Grade 9/Step 1
- Draft changes to Paid Time Off and Personal Appliance policies
- City of Lanesboro request for a tax abatement project public hearing
- Discussion regarding forfeiture property in Mabel
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will consider several staffing updates, including jailer promotions and the hiring of a new Human Resources Officer. The meeting also includes a second reading of three internet security policies and a discussion on the Recorder position.
- Closure of Coffee Street East in Lanesboro on July 17, 2021
- Adoption of Acceptable Use, Cyber Security Incident Response, and Information Security policies
- Appointment of Auditor/Treasurer at Grade 15/Step 1
- Hiring of replacement Human Resources Officer at Grade 12/Step 1
- First reading of draft changes to Paid Time Off, Mileage Reimbursement, and Personal Appliance policies
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss infrastructure projects, including bridge replacements and airport construction. The board will also review personnel changes, zoning access permits, and new internet security policies.
- Bridge replacement projects on CSAH 29, CSAH 15, CSAH 6, and CSAH 23
- Purchase of paper folding machine, lobby chairs, paper shredder, and lab renovations using COVID-19 grant
- Access permits for Dominic Crawford & Caleb Short, Aaron Burkholder, and Dairyland Power Cooperative Service Center
- First reading of Acceptable Use, Cyber Security Incident Response, and Information Security policies
- Hiring of Donald Lind as Mechanic and Blake Lea as intermittent Septic Inspector
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2022 budget schedule and performance measures. The meeting includes a first reading of three internet security policies and a potential appointment to the Extension Committee.
- 2022 Performance Measures discussion
- 2022 Budget schedule and factors discussion
- Appointment of Jason Marquardt to the Extension Committee
- First reading of Acceptable Use Policy, Cyber Security Incident Response Plan, and Information Security Policies
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review a tax abatement denial request from Wykoff Commons. The board will also consider updates to county ID, credit card, and expense policies, as well as the extension of an Emergency Declaration.
- Review of 2021 Tax Abatement Application denial for Wykoff Commons
- Proposed changes to ID Card, Purchasing by Credit Card, and Reimbursed Expenses policies
- Hire Annalisea Pendl as summer Office Support at $17.32 per hour
- Request to advertise for replacement Feedlot Officer/Zoning Technician/GIS
- Consideration of an extension of the Emergency Declaration
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss land acquisition for the DNR and various personnel hires and transfers. The board is also reviewing updates to county policies regarding ID cards, credit card purchasing, and reimbursed expenses.
- Resolution to purchase land for Pheasants Forever for the Beaver Creek Wildlife Management Area
- Request to purchase updated GIS tool from Pro-West & Associates
- Request to hire Brooke Harmening as Accounting Technician at $21.55 per hour
- Approval of CRRSA Grant by federal reimbursement
- Resolution for Snowmobile Trail Agreements with Minnesota DNR
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review several personnel matters, including the resignation of the Feedlot Officer/Zoning Technician/GIS and hiring for the Auditor/Treasurer and Accounting Technician roles. The body will also consider updates to county policies regarding conferences, seminars, and discipline.
- Consider Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations agreement
- Request for Fuel Tank Repair at the Highway Department Office
- Second reading of the Fillmore County Livestock Pass Policy
- Proposed changes to Conferences & Seminars, General Provisions, and Discipline policies
- Request to hire summer help for Sanitation/Building Maintenance effective 5/12/21
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will consider several personnel actions including hiring a social worker and recruiting summer mowing staff. Discussion items include roof quotes for the County Office Building and updates on airport and bridge projects.
- Roof quotes for the County Office Building
- Fire Alarm Control Panels Upgrade for the Courthouse, Office Building, and Highway Engineer Building
- Economic development website development
- Bridge No. 7979 replacement project SAP 023-615-015 advertisement
- Airport T-Hanger Construction Project final bid results
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will discuss zoning permits, highway projects, and personnel changes. The body is also reviewing software upgrades for county facilities and prosecution services for the City of Canton.
- Conditional Use Permit for a Country Inn in Section 10, Holt Township
- Software upgrade for Courthouse, FCOB, and Jail costing $8,890.00
- Agreement for County Attorney's Office to provide prosecution services for the City of Canton
- CSAH 15 Project from CSAH 44 south to Granger
- Hiring of Brittney Dahl as Eligibility Worker at a starting wage of $22.41
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will consider staffing requests for the Shop Foreman and Mechanic positions. They will also review a first reading of draft changes to the county's Compensation policy.
- Liquor, Wine, Club license renewal for Preston Golf & Country Club
- Access permit for new drive for Danny & Jeanette Serfling in Carimona Township
- Request to hire replacement Shop Foreman effective 5/26/21
- Request to advertise for replacement Mechanic
- First reading of draft changes to Compensation policy
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss updates to the Sub-surface Sewage Treatment Systems Ordinance and the continuation of an Emergency Declaration. The agenda also includes personnel decisions and a review of jail needs assessment outreach.
- Proposed changes to the Fillmore County Sub-surface Sewage Treatment Systems Ordinance
- Resolution for continuation of Emergency Declaration
- Street closures for 2021 Preston Trout Days on CSAH #12 and CSAH #17
- Memorandum of Understanding between Fillmore County and Three Rivers Restorative Justice
- Final payment resolution for City of Wykoff Project SAP 023-605-035
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will review draft changes to compensation and insurance policies. The meeting includes a presentation on the Jail Needs Assessment Committee and a proposal to advertise for a T-Hanger project at the Fillmore County Airport.
- First reading of draft changes to Compensation and Insurance and Other Benefits policies
- Approval to advertise for the T-Hanger project at the Fillmore County Airport
- Approval to publish 2019 Audited Financial Statements at $.99 per square inch
- Request to advertise for a replacement Shop Foreman in the Highway Department
- Proclamation of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Special Board Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on $18,000 in COVID Business Grant funds. These funds could not be awarded due to liens.
- Discussion and possible action on $18,000 in COVID Business Grant dollars
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will consider personnel hires, policy changes, and the publication of the 2019 Audit report. Members will also discuss the County Office Building Security Project and software for CAMA, Tax and Cash Register.
- Request to publish 2019 Audit report at $0.50/square inch
- Second reading of draft changes to Holidays policy
- Hiring of two Intermittent Deputies at Grade 11/Step 1
- Discussion on County Office Building Security Project
- Discussion on software purchase for CAMA, Tax and Cash Register
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review several land-use applications and personnel hires. The board is also discussing business grants and the continuation of an emergency declaration.
- Conditional Use Permit for a Campground by Timothy Lawstuen, Fountain Township
- Conditional Use Permit for a Farm Winery by Kevin & Bryan Logue, Fountain Township
- Conditional Use Permit for an Ag Tourism Business by Justin & Pamela Brown, Arendahl Township
- Purchase of a new 2021 Polaris Ranger with trade-in
- Final payment resolution for the CSAH 1 Concrete Overlay Project SP 023-601-033
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will meet virtually to consider several personnel changes, technology project quotes, and infrastructure projects. Discussion items include a driveway access permit for Fillinona Solar, LLC and various county hiring requests.
- Purchase of Mobile Field Force Tactical Response Gear for $2,655
- 2020/2021 Transportation Contract between Semcac and Social Services
- Bids for surface reconditioning projects on CSAH 18, 25 and 23
- Access permit for new driveway for Fillinona Solar, LLC/Mary Finseth in Fountain Township
- Review of the 2019 Audit by Clifton Larson Allen, Inc.
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review grant funds for shoreland and septic systems. The board is also considering several road reconstruction sponsorships for the cities of Lanesboro and Spring Valley, as well as highway department equipment purchases.
- Approval of 2019 and 2020 Shoreland Grant Funds and 2020 Septic Treatment Systems Grant Funds
- Purchase of a used trailer for the Fillmore County Highway Department
- Sponsorship for City of Lanesboro LRIP applications for Coffee Street, Rochelle Avenue, Beacon Street, and Kirkwood Street
- Sponsorship for City of Spring Valley LRIP application for East Farmer Street (CSAH 8)
- Second reading of Probationary Periods policy and first readings of Scope, Adoption & Administration and Definitions policies
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review bid results for bridge replacements in Sumner and Carimona Townships. The board will also consider a new pickup purchase for the Highway Department and discuss the continuation of an emergency declaration.
- Bid results for Bridge Replacement Project in Sumner Township (SAP 023-599-209)
- Bid results for Bridge Replacement Project in Carimona Township (SAP 023-599-205)
- Purchase of 2021 pickup for Fillmore County Highway Department
- Draft changes to Probationary Periods, Mileage Reimbursement, and Travel policies
- Renewal of Consumption and Display Permit for Eagle Bluff ELC
Meeting
The Fillmore County Board of Commissioners will review permits for a solar farm in Beaver Township and a bridge replacement. The board is also discussing updates to county overtime, mileage, and probationary policies.
- Conditional Use Permit and Environmental Impact Statement for a solar farm by Fillmore County Solar Project, LLC in Beaver Township
- Approval to advertise a bridge replacement in Arendahl Township SAP 023-599-206
- Final payment to Minnowa Construction Inc. for Project LOST 88927-102 on County Road 102
- Liquor license application for Isle of Dreams LLC for 1/1/2021 to 12/31/2021
- Request to hire four Intermittent Jailers at Non-union Grade 8/Step 1
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will discuss the 2021 appropriations and the designation of legal paper for the year. The meeting includes updates on Chronic Wasting Disease and a jail needs assessment. Officials will also consider staffing and equipment purchases.
- Consideration of 2021 Appropriations
- Possible action on purchase of ProWest Soil Clip tool
- Adoption of classification and wage recommendation for appointed Auditor/Treasurer
- Resolution for land access for County property regarding Chronic Wasting Disease program
- Designation of legal paper for 2021
Meeting
The Board of Commissioners will swear in elected members and elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting includes decisions on the 2021 non-union pay plan, various personnel advertisements, and road project bids. The board will also consider a 10th extension of the declared State of Emergency.
- Payment of $170,661 for Property/Liability renewal and $118,248 for Workers Compensation renewal to MCIT
- Payment of $105,918.25 to Olmsted County Community Services for DFO Community Corrections
- Approval to advertise Surface Reconditioning Projects on CSAH 18, 23, and 25
- Consideration of a 2.0% adjustment for the 2021 non-union pay plan
- Proposed $4,500 per service payment for Ambulance Services for 2021