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Tue Jul 21, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss 2027 budget and Public Works Director hiring

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2027 budget and personnel changes, including the hiring of a Public Works Director/Engineer. The board will also review safety improvements for the TH 62 and CSAH 5 intersection.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the July 21, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the July 7, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Casey Williams & Michelle Ebbers, DVHHS • Opioid RFP Process 9:10 a.m. Becky Buchholz, SWCD Senior Technician • SSTS Loan Extension 9:20 a.m. Jed Rhubee, Public Works Superintendent • Tractor Replacement 9:25 a.m. Stephen Schnieder, Interim County Engineer • Safety Improvement – TH 62 & CSAH 5 Intersection 9:35 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Probation Completion/Extensions – FT & PT Jailer/Dispatchers • Resignation – Veteran Service Officer • Approval to Hire Public Works Director/Engineer • Agreement with Interim Public Works Director OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates • 2027 Budget Discussion
Tue Jul 7, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to review library budget and conditional use permits

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a budget request from the Plum Creek Library System and review two conditional use permits. The board will also consider agreements with the state and a lawn mower purchase.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve shoreland permits and $31,086 mower purchase

The board approved two conditional use permits for shoreland dwellings and authorized the purchase of a new lawn mower. They also adopted resolutions regarding the Wetland Conservation Act and approved several administrative agreements and pay matrix changes.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the July 7, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the June 16, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the June 16, 2026 County Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting 9:02 a.m. Michelle Baumhoefner, Executive Director Emily Bentson, Cottonwood County Program Manager • A.C.E. Annual Review 9:20 a.m. Elizabeth Hoffman, Director • Plum Creek Library System – Report & Budget Request 9:35 a.m. Alex Schultz, Planning & Zoning Technician • Conditional Use Permit – Olson • Conditional Use Permit - Penner 9:45 a.m. Becky Buchholz, SWCD Senior Technician • Wetland Conservation Act Resolutions 10:00 a.m. Jed Rhubee, Public Works Superintendent • Approve Purchase of Lawn Mower 10:10 a.m. Nick Anderson, County Attorney • Agreements with the State – CJDN Subscriber Agmt & JPA 10:15 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Resignation – Part-Time Jailer/Dispatcher • Approve Adding Range 31 to 2026 Matrix OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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July 7, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Kevin Stevens, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Kathy Marsh, Michelle Baumhoefner, Emily Bentson, Elizabeth Hoffman, Alex Schultz, Becky Buchholz, Nathan Harder, and Jed Rhubee. Chairman Tom Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Stevens, second by Gravley, unanimous vote to approve the agenda. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the June 16, 2026, regular meeting and the June 16, 2026, Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting. * * * * Michelle Baumhoefner, ACE Executive Director, and Emily Bentson, Cottonwood County ACE Coordinator, met with the board. Baumhoefner reviewed the programs 2025 Annual Report and gave Cottonwood County statistics. Baumhoefner also informed the board that the A.C.E. program received a 3-year AmeriCorps Grant in the amount of $567,995 per year. Baumhoefner stated that this grant amount is up from the $82,000 per year in prior years. * * * * Elizabeth Hoffman, Plum Creek Library Director, met with the board to discuss a [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

County Board of Equalization

Cottonwood County Board of Equalization to review valuation changes

The Board of Appeal & Equalization will meet to receive an update on county statistics and valuation changes from the County Assessor. The board is also scheduled to hear a matter regarding Sidney A. Nelson.

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✓ Decided: Board of Equalization approves building value reductions for seven parcels

The Board of Appeal and Equalization voted to reduce building values for seven specific parcels based on assessor recommendations. The board also voted to maintain the current status of one parcel regarding Ag Homestead removal.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Appeal & Equalization Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:15 p.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN 6:15 p.m. David Grev, County Assessor • Update on County Statistics, Valuation Changes, Law Changes, etc. 6:45 p.m. Sidney A. Nelson 05.021.0100 6:50 p.m. 6:55 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
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Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners County Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting June 16, 2026 The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met for the annual County Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting on Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:15 p.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Presiding over the meeting was Chairman Tom Appel. Present in person for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Tom Appel, Kevin Stevens, and Wayne Maras, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Kathy Marsh, County Assessor David Grev, Carly Pohlman, and Sidney A. Nelson. * * * * County Assessor David Grev reviewed the 2026 Assessment/Pay 2027 Tier Limit and Homestead Exclusion Changes; 2025 to 2026 Agricultural Sales and Ag Land Changes; 2025 to 2026 Assessment Market Value Changes; a 5- year History of Estimated Market Value Changes, and Pay 2027 Tax Capacities. Grev then gave a summary of the benefits of Open Book Meetings. * * * * Sidney A. Nelson (Parcel 05.021.0100) questioned the removal of his Ag Homestead. County Assessor David Grev explained the reasons why it was removed and also explained what is needed to get Ag Homestead back. Motion by Anderson, second by Stevens, unanimous vote to make no change on Parcel 05.021.0100 owned by Sidney A. Nelson. * * * * Grev presented the County Assessor recommendations to the board as follows: recommendation to reduce building value by $14,600 due to adjustments f [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 16, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to review land use permits and professional proposals

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will consider two land use permits and proposals from Contegrity Group, Inc. and Widseth. The board will also discuss hiring a part-time jail/dispatcher.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve N71 Building design contracts and new part-time hire

The Board approved schematic design services for the N71 Facility and hired a part-time Jailer/Dispatcher. They also granted permit extensions for a gravel pit and a telecommunications tower. Various grants and fund warrants were approved.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the June 16, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the June 2, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 5:35 p.m. Alex Schultz, Planning & Zoning Technician • Conditional Use Permit – Haugen • Interim Use Permit - Ludewig 5:45 p.m. Tom Appel, Commissioner • Approve Proposals from Contegrity Group, Inc. and Widseth 6:05 p.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Hire of Part-Time Jail/Dispatcher OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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June 16, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Kevin Stevens, Wayne Maras; Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Kathy Marsh, Alex Schultz, David Grev, and Joel Alvstad. Chairman Tom Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Stevens, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the June 2, 2026, meeting. * * * * Alex Schultz, Planning & Zoning Technician, met with the board for follow-up discussion on one Interim Use Permit and one Conditional Use Permit. Schultz stated that he would like the board to approve a 60-day extension on the Interim Use Permit applied for by Kyle Ludewig. Motion by Gravley, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to grant a 60-day extension on the Interim Use Permit applied for by Kyle Ludewig to re-open a Gravel Pit in Amo Township, Section 16. Schultz also asked for a 60-day extension on the Conditional Use Permit applied for by Darren Haugen. Motion by Maras, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to grant a 60-day extension on the Conditional Use Permit applied for by Darren Haugen to erect a Telecommuni [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jun 2, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to review land use permits and Public Health building quotes

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will consider four land use permits for Pankonin, Neuhof, Haugen, and Ludewig. The board will also review quotes for a new AC and furnace for the Public Health Building.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve multiple land use permits and $28,185 in HVAC upgrades

The board approved three conditional use permits for a shop and a turkey feedlot. They authorized the purchase of a new air conditioner and furnace for the DVHHS Public Health building and transferred $64,770 to the General Fund.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the June 2, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the May 19, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Alex Schultz, Planning & Zoning Technician • Conditional Use Permit – Pankonin • Conditional Use Permits - Neuhof • Conditional Use Permit – Haugen • Interim Use Permit - Ludewig 9:20 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Probation Completion – J. Erickson • Quotes – AC/Furnace – Public Health Building • Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act JPA OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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June 2, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Kathy Marsh, Alex Schultz, and Joel Alvstad. Commissioner Stevens was absent. Chairman Tom Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Maras, second by Gravley, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Anderson, second by Gravley, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the May 19, 2026, meeting. * * * * Alex Schultz, Planning & Zoning Technician, met with the board to get approval for one Interim Use Permit and four Conditional Use Permits. Schultz stated that Hunter Pankonin, Minnesota Supreme Feeders, has applied for a Conditional Use Permit to build a Shop in shoreland, in Highwater Township, Section 10. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the Conditional Use Permit applied for by Hunter Pankonin to build a shop with the following conditions: (1) Be compliant with Cottonwood County Zoning Ordinance No. 28; (2) Shall obtain all necessary Federal/State/Local permits and fees; (3) Erosion control measure taken; (4) W [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 19, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners hold public hearings on housing initiatives

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding housing initiatives involving James Anderson and Dustin and Maria Thom. The board will also receive a presentation from PowerOn Midwest and discuss staffing for the jail and public works department.

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✓ Decided: Board approves residential property tax abatements in Bingham Lake

The Board of Commissioners approved two Home Initiative – New Construction tax abatement applications for single-family homes in Bingham Lake. The board also approved May warrants totaling $235,006.22 and authorized the hiring of an insurance broker for 2027 health plan reviews.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the May 19, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the May 5, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Sonja Wilt, Windom EDA Director • Public Hearing - Housing Initiative – James Anderson • Public Hearing - Housing Initiative – Dustin & Maria Thom 9:10 a.m. Tim Rogers and Michelle Bissonette • PowerOn Midwest Presentation 9:30 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Resignation – Part-Time Jailer/Dispatcher • Discussion Regarding Public Works Director/Engineer OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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May 19, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Kevin Stevens, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Steve Nasby, David Grev, Anna Thill, Michelle Bissonette, and Joel Alvstad. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Maras, second by Stevens, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Anderson, second by Gravley, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the May 5, 2026, meeting. * * * * A public hearing was held regarding the residential property tax abatement applied for by James Anderson for the construction of a single-family home on parcel number 19-723-0100 in Bingham Lake. No opposition to the abatement was heard prior to or at the meeting. Motion by Gravley, second by Maras to approve the Home Initiative – New Construction application and Resolution 26-05-19. Voting as follows: Aye - Gravley, Maras, Stevens and Appel. Commissioner Anderson abstained from the vote. (Resolution is on file in the County Coordinator’s office). A public hearing was held regarding the residential property tax abatement applied for by Dustin & Maria Thom for the constru [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue May 5, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to hold public hearing on County Ditch #42

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will continue a public hearing regarding County Ditch #42. The board will also review housing initiatives for new construction and an interim use permit for Ulland Quarry.

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✓ Decided: Board approves asphalt plant permit and funding for school daycares

The Board approved an interim use permit for an asphalt plant in Selma Township and allocated federal LATCF funds to five school daycares. Other actions included approving a public health building roof replacement and two residential tax abatement public hearings.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the May 5, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the April 21, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Ditch Authority • County Ditch #42 Public Hearing Continuation 9:15 a.m. Steve Nasby, Windom City Administrator • Housing Initiative – New Construction – James Anderson • Housing Initiative – New Construction – Dustin & Maria Thom 9:25 a.m. Alex Schultz, Planning & Zoning Technician • Interim Use Permit – Ulland Quarry 9:30 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Update on Hire of Part-Time Jailer/Dispatcher • Approval to Hire Seasonal Employee OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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May 5, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Kevin Stevens, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Kathy Marsh, Dylan Oeltjenbruns, John Kolb, Alex Schultz, Sonja Wilt, David Grev, Jenny Quade, Jon Erickson, Ron Tibodeau, Lynne Kessler, Kody Fossum, and Joel Alvstad. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Stevens, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the April 21, 2026, meeting. * * * * Motion by Anderson, second by Gravley, unanimous vote to recess as the County Board and to convene as the Ditch Authority. Attorney John Kolb reviewed the proceedings from the original public hearing that was held on March 16 and stated what was to happen at the meeting today regarding the Redetermination of Benefits for County Ditch #42 and Group 2C. Commissioner Appel then re-opened the public hearing for County Ditch #42. Kody Fossum, H2Overviewers, presented and explained the amended Viewer’s Report. Commissioner Appel then asked for any publ [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 21, 2026

County Commissioners

Cottonwood County Board to consider seed capital loan and staffing hires

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a seed capital loan for BARC and a crime victim service grant. The meeting includes requests for approval to hire a part-time landfill scale operator and seasonal employees.

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✓ Decided: Cottonwood County approves $50,000 loan for BARC roof repairs

The Board of Commissioners approved a loan for building repairs and authorized a grant application for crime victim services. The board also hired a part-time landfill operator and several seasonal employees. April warrants totaling $118,870.92 were approved.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the April 21, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the April 7, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Tom White and Mike Foley • Seed Capital Loan - BARC 9:10 a.m. Nick Anderson, County Attorney • Crime Victim Service Grant 9:15 a.m. Carolyn Rempel, Auditor/Treasurer • Revised Opioid Settlement Advisory Council By-Laws 9:20 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Update on Hire of Part-Time Jailer/Dispatcher • Approval to Hire Part-Time Landfill Scale Operator • Approval to Hire Seasonal Employees OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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April 21, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Kathy Marsh, Tom White, Mike Foley, Stan Friesen, and Joel Alvstad. Absent from the meeting were: Commissioners Donna Gravley and Kevin Stevens. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Maras, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the April 7, 2026, meeting. * * * * Tom White and Mike Foley, representing the BARC Board, met with the board to ask for a $50,000 loan from the Blandin Seed Capital Fund. White stated the roof over the gym/auditorium is leaking and the cost to repair the roof is estimated at $130,000. Motion by Maras, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to approve a Blandin Seed Fund loan to the BARC Building for roof repairs in the amount of $50,000, at an interest rate of 4.75%, to be paid in a balloon payment within 3 years, and allow the Board Chair to sign. The Board Chair asked the County Attorney to draw up the paperwork for the loan. * [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Apr 7, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to consider deer hunting firearm ordinance and water resolutions

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss infrastructure agreements and personnel hires. The agenda includes a resolution for the Blue Earth River Watershed Management Plan and a proposed deer hunting firearm ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Cottonwood County adopts deer hunting firearms ordinance

The Board of Commissioners passed a new ordinance limiting the types of firearms used for deer hunting. They also approved a traffic signal replacement agreement and a watershed management plan.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the April 7, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the March17, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Brad Hutchison • Big Bend Wind Project 9:10 a.m. Dan Quade, Jail/Dispatch Supervisor • Telecommunicators Proclamation 9:15 a.m. Mike Meeks, Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic • Samsara Conference 9:25 a.m. Stephen Schnieder, Interim County Engineer • Cooperative Construction Agreement – Signal Replacement 9:30 a.m. Tom Appel, Commissioner • Blue Earth River Watershed Management Plan Resolution 9:35 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Approval of Unpaid Time Off for Bulding & Grounds Worker • Approve Hire of Part-Time Jailer/Dispatcher(s) • Red Rock Rural Water Resolution • Deer Hunting Firearm Ordinance OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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April 7, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Kevin Stevens, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Kathy Marsh, Stephen Schnieder, Jed Rhubee, Dan Quade, Mike Meeks, Dave Grev, Brad Hutchison, Denis Quarberg, and Joel Alvstad. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Gravley, second by Stevens, unanimous vote to approve the agenda. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the March 17, 2026, meeting. * * * * Brad Hutchison met with the board to convey his concern on the Big Bend Wind Project. Hutchison reviewed the changes in the layout of wind towers from 2020 to 2022 and how citizens have been misled regarding the maximum levels of sound. Hutchison wanted to make the board aware of these issues. * * * * Dan Quade, Jail/Dispatch Supervisor, informed the board that National Public Safety Telecommunications Week is April 12-18 and asked that the board recognize dispatch employees with a proclamation. Motion by Gravley, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to recognize the Telecommunicators Proclam [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Mon Mar 30, 2026

Planning Team Meeting

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Meeting Monday, March 30, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Cottonwood County Law Enforcement Center (lower level) A Planning Team Meeting for the update of the Cottonwood County Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) will be held on Monday, March 30 th from 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners is invited to attend this meeting if they choose.
Tue Mar 17, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to discuss railroad crossings and daycare operational support

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will meet to review infrastructure projects and funding agreements. Discussions include railroad crossings on CSAH’s 2 and 8 and operational support for school district operated daycares.

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✓ Decided: Commissioners approve landfill monitoring contract and stream gauge agreement

The Board approved a landfill monitoring agreement with Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. and a 5-year funding agreement for the Des Moines River Stream Gauge. The board also authorized several personnel changes and approved March warrants totaling $66,013.07.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the March 17, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the March 3, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Stephen Schnieder, Interim County Engineer • Railroad Crossings – CSAH’s 2 and 8 9:20 a.m. Windom Way Forward Committee Justin Schmidt, Juhl Erickson, Jamie Frank, Steve Nasby • Operational Support for School District Operated Daycares 9:35 a.m. Paul Johnson, Emergency Management Director • Joint Funding Agreement – Des Moines River Gauge 9:40 a.m. Kyle Pillatzki, Asst Co Engineer/Solid Waste Administrator • SEH Agreement • PFAS Treatment Research Grant • County Road 53 Culvert Crossing – Double Lake 10:00 a.m. Kathy Marsh, HR Technician • Probation Completion – Arianna Rwaki • Transfer of Anthony Fauglid to Jail/Dispatch OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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March 17, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Kevin Stevens, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Kathy Marsh, Stephen Schnieder, Kyle Pillatzki, Paul Johnson, Brandon Henning, Michael Mueller, Juhl Erickson, Justin Schmidt, Corey Steffl, Jimmy Drown, Hilary Mathis, Lynne Kessler, Steve Nasby, Matt Ashton, Jamie Frank, Robin Weis, Landon Johnson, Sonja Wilt, Emily Masters, and Joel Alvstad. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Maras, second by Stevens, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Gravley, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the March 3, 2026, meeting. * * * * Stephen Schnieder, Interim County Engineer, met with the board to discuss railroad crossing on CSAH’s 2 and 8. Schnieder stated that the estimated cost for the two crossings is $240,000 and $440,000. Schnieder stated that any pavement replacement in the State’s right of way would be funded by State Aid funds. Any pavement replacement in the railroad right of way would be the County’s responsibility. Schnieder stated that there are some additional grant [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Mar 3, 2026

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: Cottonwood County Board approves equipment purchases and land use permits

The Board approved several equipment purchases for Public Works and granted three land use permits for mining, commercial sales, and shoreline restoration. The Board also approved the 2026 Ditch Assessments and a three-year land lease for gravel processing.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the March 3, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the February 17, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Dylan Oeltjenbruns, Ditch Inspector • 2026 Ditch Assessments • Update on Crossings on CD37 9:20 a.m. Alex Schultz, Planning & Zoning Technician • Conditional Use Permit – Mathiowetz Construction • Conditional Use Permit – Swanson Truck Sales • Conditional Use Permit – Lee Loewen 9:30 a.m. Jed Rhubee, Public Works Superintendent Mike Meeks, Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic • Equipment Purchases • 2026 Talcot Camp Host 9:50 a.m. Kyle Pillatzki, Asst. Co. Engineer/Solid Waste Administrator • Land Lease Agreement • 2026 Regional Solid Waste Management Plan 10:10 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Probation Completion – Jason Jepsen OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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March 3, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Kevin Stevens, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Kathy Marsh, Dylan Oeltjenbruns, Alex Schultz, Jed Rhubee, Mike Meeks, Kyle Pillatzki, Dave Grev, and Joel Alvstad. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Gravley, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the February 17, 2026, meeting. * * * * Motion by Stevens, second by Maras, unanimous vote to recess as the County Board and to convene as the Ditch Authority. Dylan Oeltjenbruns, Ditch Inspector, presented the 2026 Ditch Assessments for approval. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the 2026 Ditch Assessments as approved. Oeltjenbruns gave an update on CD #37 and stated that Big Bend Wind, LLC has signed the Declaration and Covenant agreement for placing a culvert in the ditch to serve as a crossing point and for maintenance of that crossing. Motion by Gravley, second by Stevens, unanimous vote to app [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 17, 2026

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: County approves bridge grant and land sale to MN DNR

The Board adopted a grant agreement for a bridge replacement on CSAH 5 and approved the sale of tax forfeited land in Ann Township to the MN DNR. The board also authorized the creation of a Joint Airport Zoning Board and approved several personnel hires and transfers.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the February 17, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the February 3, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Jason Purrington, Sheriff • Mobile Radio Purchase 9:05 a.m. Stephen Schnieder, Interim County Engineer • LBRP – Bridge 17J540 9:10 a.m. Carolyn Rempel, Auditor/Treasurer • Ingress/Egress Easement 9:15 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Building & Grounds Worker • Advertise for Seasonal Positions 9:20 a.m. Tom Appel, Commissioner • Rifle Ordinance OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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February 17, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Kevin Stevens, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Kathy Marsh, Jason Purrington, Stephen Schnieder, Dave Grev, Joel Alvstad, Lee Erickson, Troy Duerksen, Mark Hanson, Jed Rhubee, John Turner, Kyle Pillatzki, Colin Bennett, Larry Smith, Perry Harder, and Tim Coners. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Stevens, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Gravley, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the February 3, 2026, meeting. * * * * Jason Purrington, Sheriff, presented a state quote for the purchase of two mobile radios. Purrington stated that he will be replacing two squad cars in 2026 and would like to upgrade the mobile radios for them. Purrington stated that the current radios were purchased in 2012. Motion by Gravley, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the state quote from Alpha Wireless for two APX6500 mobile radios in the amount of $10,491.60. * * * * Stephen Schnieder, Interim County Engineer, met with the board to get approval for [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Feb 3, 2026

County Commissioners

Commissioners to review wind farm update and solid waste licenses

The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the Plum Creek Wind Farm and 2026 solid waste collection licenses. The board will also consider a land use permit for Red Rock Quarry and a maintenance agreement for Big Bend Driveways.

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✓ Decided: County approves $102,996 courthouse elevator update and mining permit

The Board approved a quote for courthouse elevator code compliance and a 5-year mining renewal for Red Rock Quarry. The board also issued solid waste licenses and approved February warrants totaling $95,810.10.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the February 3, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the January 20, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Sidney Nuese, Geronimo Power • Plum Creek Wind Farm Update 9:10 a.m. Kyle Pillatzki, Asst. County Engineer/Solid Waste Administrator • 2026 Solid Waste Collection & Transporter Licenses 9:15 a.m. Alex Schultz, Planning & Zoning Technician • IUP – Red Rock Quarry 9:20 a.m. Dylan Oeltjenbruns, Ditch Inspector • Elect Commissioners – Cottonwood-Jackson Joint Ditch Authority • Maintenance Agreement – Big Bend Driveways over CD#37 9:40 a.m. Tom Appel, Commissioner • String Lakes Update 9:50 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Office Closure – Noon, January 21 • Probation Completion – Mikal Anderson OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates 10:00 a.m. Railroad Crossing Tour
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February 3, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Kathy Marsh, Steve Schnieder, Alex Schultz, Dylan Oeltjenbruns, Kyle Pillatzki, Jed Rhubee, Sidney Nuese, Megan Lagare, Cary Bartsch, and Joel Alvstad. Commissioner Stevens was absent. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Gravley, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Anderson, second by Gravley, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the January 20, 2026, meeting. * * * * Sidney Nuese and Megan Lagare, Geronimo Power, met with the board to give an update on Plum Creek Wind Farm, Plum Creek Wind Farm 2, and Plum Creek Battery Storage. Nuese stated that Plum Creek Wind Farm is located in Cottonwood, Murray and Redwood Counties and will start construction in 2027. Plum Creek Wind Farm 2 will be located in Cottonwood and Murray Counties and construction is slated for some time in 2027-2029. The Plum Creek Battery Storage land is partially secure and they are negotiating on five more acres. This will be f [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 20, 2026

County Commissioners

✓ Decided: County approves $1.39M road project and new HR/Payroll system

The Board approved a low bid for road project SAP017-605-028 and transitioned the county to Paycom for HR and payroll. Other actions included approving January warrants totaling $134,393.91 and a gambling permit for Mountain Lake Golf Development, Inc.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN • Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Review and Approve the Agenda for the January 20, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the January 6, 2026 Regular Board Meeting 9:02 a.m. Steve Schnieder, Interim County Engineer • Bids – Project 017-605-028 CSAH 5 Bridge Replacement 9:05 a.m. Senator Bill Weber, Representative Marj Fogelman and Representative Joe Schomacker • Legislative Update 10:05 a.m. Maureen Reed, FairVote MN Board Chair • Ranked Choice Voting 10:35 a.m. Brian Hopwood • Exempt Gambling Permit – Mountain Lake Golf Development, Inc. 10:40 a.m. Becky Buchholz, SWCD Technical Coordinator • WCA Resolution Requirements 10:55 a.m. Dylan Oeltjenbruns, Ditch Inspector • County Ditch 37 Driveway Crossings 11:05 a.m. Carolyn Rempel, Auditor/Treasurer • HR/Payroll System 11:20 a.m. Kelly Thongvivong, County Coordinator • Approve Submission of 2025 Pay Equity Report • N71 Building Office Lease – SVE, LLC OTHER BUSINESS/DISCUSSION • Commissioner Warrants • County Coordinator Updates • Commissioner Forum • Building Updates
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January 20, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Kevin Stevens, Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Kathy Marsh, Becky Buchholz, Nathan Harder, Steve Schnieder, Senator Bill Weber, Representative Joe Schomaker, Representative Marj Fogelman, Brian Hopwood, Dylan Oeltjenbruns, Maureen Reed, Emily Crabtree, Jason Purrington, Craig Myers, Sidney Nuese, Megan Lagare, Chris Macek and Joel Alvstad. Chairman Appel called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Motion by Gravley, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the agenda as amended. Motion by Stevens, second by Gravley, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the January 6, 2026, meeting. * * * * Steve Schnieder, Interim County Engineer, met with the board to get approval of bids for Project SAP017-605-028. Schnieder stated the bids received were as follows: Everstrong Construction, Inc - $1,392,852.25; Prahm Construction, Inc. - $1,413,457.25; M&K Bridge Construction, Inc. - $1,413,747.55; and Perk Construction Company - $3,196,610.40. Motion by Maras, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to accept the l [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
Tue Jan 6, 2026

County Commissioners

Cottonwood County Commissioners to set 2026 rates, wages, and board leadership

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chairman and Vice-Chairman and approve several 2026 administrative updates. The meeting includes decisions on county office fees, seasonal employee wages, and the 2026 ditch assessment interest rate.

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✓ Decided: Cottonwood County Board elects 2026 leadership and sets annual rates

The Board elected Commissioner Tom Appel as Chair and Commissioner Donna Gravley as Vice-Chair for 2026. The board approved several administrative items including 2026 meal rates, seasonal wages, and crop damage rates. They also approved bridge replacement grants and liquor license renewals.

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TENTATIVE AGENDA Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Cottonwood County Courthouse, Windom, MN 9:00 a.m. Call to Order • Pledge of Allegiance • Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman • Review and Approve the Agenda for the January 6, 2026 Regular Board Meeting • Review and Approve the Minutes of the December 16, 2025 Regular Board Meeting 9:05 a.m. Approval of Consent Agenda • Reorganization of Board – Approval of Department/Committee Assignments • Approval to Pay Auditor Warrants along with Regular and Customary Payments for 2026 • Blanket Approval of 2026 Year End Warrants • Authorization for the County Auditor/Treasurer and Staff to make Electronic Transfers • Re-Designate Official Depositories for 2026 • Re-Designate Official Brokers for 2026 • Approval of Contingency Fund for County Attorney’s Office • Approve Petty Cash and Change Funds • Approve Charges for City Wide Clean Ups • Approve Fees Charged by County Offices 9:10 a.m. Ditch Authority • Set 2026 Ditch Assessment Interest Rate 9:15 a.m. Becky Buchholz, SWCD Technical Coordinator • Wetland Conservation Act Decision 9:25 a.m. Steve Schnieder, Interim County Engineer • Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant Agreement #1061576 • Set Work Session Date for Railroad Crossing Discussion with Lakeside & Mountain Lake Townships 9:40 a.m. Carolyn Rempel, Auditor/Treasurer • Liquor License Renewal – Mt. Lake Golf Dev [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]
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January 6, 2026 Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes The Cottonwood County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. at the Cottonwood County Courthouse in Windom, MN. Present for all or portions of the meeting were: Commissioners Kevin Stevens, Tom Appel, Larry Anderson, Donna Gravley, Wayne Maras; County Attorney Nick Anderson, County Coordinator Kelly Thongvivong, Auditor/Treasurer Carolyn Rempel, Becky Buchholz, Nathan Harder, Steve Schnieder, Alex Schultz and Joel Alvstad. Commissioner Stevens, 2025 Chair, called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Stevens asked for nominations for 2026 Board Chair. Motion by Gravley, second by Anderson, unanimous vote to elect Commissioner Appel and to ask that all nominations cease and to cast a unanimous ballot for Appel as Board Chair for 2026. Presiding over the remainder of the meeting was Chair Tom Appel. Chairman Appel then asked for nominations for 2026 Board Vice-Chair. Motion by Stevens, second by Maras, unanimous vote to elect Commissioner Gravley and to ask that all nominations cease and to cast a unanimous ballot for Gravley as Vice-Chair for 2026. Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve the agenda. Motion by Gravley, second by Stevens, unanimous vote to approve the minutes of the December 16, 2025, meeting. * * * * Motion by Anderson, second by Maras, unanimous vote to approve [Excerpt truncated on this listing page; use the official record for the full text.]

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