McLeod County public meetings in 2022
26 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2022
The McLeod County Board will consider approving a three-year, $513,587 Microsoft Enterprise Agreement to migrate to cloud-based Microsoft 365, along with related backup and migration services totaling $41,597. They will also vote on renewing several health and human services contracts, including a $60,000 three-year ACT team contract and a $15,000 outpatient mental health contract with Hutchinson Health. A public hearing on County Ditch 05 will continue, and the board will receive notification of a proposed tax increment financing district for an RD Machine facility expansion in Hutchinson.
- Three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement with SHI for $513,587.40 ($171,195.80/year) to migrate to Microsoft 365 cloud licensing
- Contract renewal with Woodland Centers ACT Team for $60,000 over three years ($20,000/year) for mental health services
- Contract renewal with Hutchinson Health for outpatient mental health services at a cost not to exceed $15,000
- Notification of City of Hutchinson proposal to create Tax Increment Financing District No. 4-23 for a 21,000 sq. ft. RD Machine facility expansion
- Resolution 22-CB-48 approving MnDOT detour agreement for Trunk Highway 7 roundabout project, with up to $160,000 reimbursement
The Board approved the 2023 Final Property Tax Levy and Budget. They also set 2023 salaries for elected officials and commissioners, and approved several health and IT service contracts.
- Adopted 2023 Final Property Tax Levy and Budget at $27,334,294 (unanimous)
- Set 2023 Auditor-Treasurer salary at $112,000 (3-2)
- Set 2023 Sheriff salary at $132,000 (unanimous)
- Set 2023 County Attorney salary at $135,935 (unanimous)
- Set 2023 Commissioner salary at $38,000 (4-1)
- Approved $513,587.40 three-year Microsoft Enterprise Agreement (unanimous)
- Approved cleaning of County Ditch 05 from Station 179+00 to 114+00 not to exceed $24,000 (unanimous)
- Ordered redetermination of benefitted acreage for County Ditch 05, not to exceed $4,000
Truth in Taxation
This is a public hearing to review the proposed 2023 budget and tax levy, seek public comment, and discuss. The meeting does not address individual property values or classifications, which were finalized earlier. The agenda includes presentations from the Assessor, Auditor-Treasurer, and Finance Director.
- Review of 2023 proposed budget and tax levy
- Public comments and discussion on the proposed budget and levy
- Presentation by Assessor on 2022 valuation for taxes payable in 2023
The board held a Truth in Taxation meeting to review the proposed 2023 budget and tax levy. The county proposed a 5.5% levy increase. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.
2022
The McLeod County Board will hold a public hearing and consider approving a new Business Development Policy to meet state requirements for business subsidies and property tax abatements. The board will also vote on purchasing 10 body-worn cameras and a docking station for the jail at $38,609.42, and on adopting a resolution to apply for a $4,286.94 Help America Vote Act grant for election security. Additionally, the consent agenda includes approvals for several plats, conditional use permits, and service contract renewals.
- Public hearing and vote on proposed McLeod County Business Development Policy (meeting state subsidy/abatement laws)
- Purchase of 10 body-worn cameras, 1 docking station, and warranties from Axon Enterprise for $38,609.42 for the jail
- Resolution 22-CB-43 to apply for a $4,286.94 Help America Vote Act (HAVA) Phase 2 grant for election security improvements
- Approval of a 5-lot preliminary plat 'APR FIRST ADDITION' in Hutchinson Township, with conditions including a rezoning from Agricultural to Rural Residential
- Approval of a conditional use permit for a 36.4 kW solar array on agricultural land near Lake Mary, meeting DNR shoreline setbacks
The Board approved a new Business Development Policy following a public hearing. Other key actions included purchasing jail equipment, approving juvenile detention contracts, and authorizing a federal election grant.
- Approved McLeod County Business Development Policy (unanimous)
- Approved $38,609.42 purchase of 10 body-worn cameras and docking station (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 22-CB-43 to apply for $4,286.94 HAVA Phase 2 grant (unanimous)
- Approved juvenile detention contract with Anoka County RJC at $295 per day (unanimous)
- Approved $42,759.00 quote for culvert material on County Ditch 13 (unanimous)
- Approved $15,000.00 for fairgrounds barn and poultry building windows (unanimous)
- Approved $3,695.00 for fairgrounds kitchen fire suppression upgrade (unanimous)
- Appointed Ryan Hansch as Assistant County Attorney effective Dec 13, 2022 (unanimous)
2022
The McLeod County Board will hold a public hearing on the 2023 fee schedule and consider a conditional use permit for a new Immanuel Lutheran School day school. Other action items include approving a nursing room renovation, a right-of-way plat for a roundabout project, and several human services contract renewals.
- Public hearing on 2023 McLeod County Fee Schedule
- Conditional User Permit 22-14 for Immanuel Lutheran School day school at State Highway 7 and Walden Avenue
- Renovation of courthouse women's restroom into nursing room for $14,391.40
- Approval of Right of Way Plat No. 68 for roundabout at CSAH 115 and CSAH 25
- Purchase of 2023 Dodge 1500 truck for $54,509 from Jay Malone Motors
The Board approved the 2023 McLeod County Fee Schedule and a conditional use permit for a new day school at Immanuel Lutheran School. Other actions included approving several health and human services contract renewals and appointing the County Recorder and Medical Examiner.
- Approved 2023 McLeod County Fee Schedule (unanimous)
- Approved $14,391.40 quote from SJM Construction LLC for Courthouse nursing and family restrooms (unanimous)
- Approved 3-year COBRA administrative services contract with iSolved HCM (unanimous)
- Approved Right of Way Plat No. 68 for CSAH 115 and CSAH 25 roundabout (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 2023 Dodge 1500 truck for $54,509.00 with $6,000 trade-in (unanimous)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit 22-14 for Immanuel Lutheran School construction (4-1)
- Appointed Deborah Jensen as County Recorder for a four-year term (unanimous)
- Appointed Dr. Angelique Quinn Piper as Medical Examiner through 2026 (unanimous)
2022
The McLeod County Board will consider several consent agenda items, including a conditional use permit for a large accessory building and a rezoning for a semi repair business. The board will also vote on multiple allocations of American Rescue Plan Act funds, notably $2.7 million for fairgrounds and parks improvements, and $400,000 over four years to offset fair entrance gate revenue.
- Consider allocating $2,700,000 from ARPA for McLeod County Fairgrounds and Parks improvements
- Consider allocating $400,000 over four years to McLeod County Agricultural Association for fair gate revenue offset
- Consider rezoning 3.74 acres in Helen Township from Agriculture to Highway Business for a semi repair business
- Consider conditional use permit for 12,000 sq ft accessory building for boat storage and maintenance with up to 6 non-resident employees
- Consider approving $50,000 from CRF for Buffalo Creek Watershed clean water project on County Ditch 15
The Board approved several large allocations from the Coronavirus Relief Fund, including $2.7M for fairgrounds and parks. Other actions included approving boat storage permits and denying a residential lot split. The Board also approved a new part-time maintenance worker job description.
- Allocated $2,700,000 for McLeod County Fairgrounds and Parks improvements (Unanimous)
- Allocated $400,000 over four years to McLeod County Agricultural Association (Unanimous)
- Allocated $50,000 for Buffalo Creek Watershed clean water project on County Ditch 15 (Unanimous)
- Allocated $45,000 for County Ditch 11 wetland project in Winsted (Unanimous)
- Allocated $5,270.40 for ARMER radio equipment in Hutchinson and Silver Lake (Unanimous)
- Approved Conditional Use Permits for Joel Mernik for boat storage in Winsted and Acoma Townships (Unanimous)
- Denied 2-lot sketch plan proposal for Jerry and Deb Busse in Lynn Township (Unanimous)
- Approved new job description for Part-Time Maintenance Worker, Grade 140 (Unanimous)
2022
The McLeod County Board will consider a consent agenda including a police services agreement with Stewart ($112,242), a conditional use permit for a second dwelling, and several sketch plans. They will also vote on a zoning ordinance amendment for accessory buildings, an amended AIS grant for Belle Lake treatment ($18,607), and a $101,510 storage system replacement. Personnel items include wage scale adjustments and health insurance contributions for 2023.
- Approve police services agreement with Stewart: 30 hrs/week at $71.95/hr, total $112,242
- Amend zoning ordinance to require conditional use permit for accessory buildings in certain districts
- Approve $18,607.28 amended AIS grant for Belle Lake Eurasian Watermilfoil treatment
- Approve $101,510.27 state contract for secondary storage system replacement
- Set 2023-2025 non-union wage scales with 2.5% annual increase and 3% annual wage adjustment
2022
The Board of Commissioners will discuss several equipment purchases and service agreements. Key items include a new snow plow, courthouse HVAC controls, and police services for the City of Silver Lake. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding 2023 drainage assessments.
- Purchase of a 2024 Mack Tandem chassis and equipment for a total of $328,756.57
- Agreement with City of Silver Lake for police services totaling $187,077.90
- Quote from UHL to replace Courthouse HVAC building automation control system for $184,850.00
- Purchase of dispatch furniture from Russ Bassett Corporation for $79,937.85
- Public hearing to set 2023 Drainage Assessments and interest payable on loans
2022
The Board of Commissioners is reviewing seven preliminary tax levy options ranging from a 1% to 7% increase. Additional discussions include a ditch services agreement, sheriff vehicle replacements, and the sale of county vehicles.
- Review of seven 2023 Preliminary Tax Levy options between $26,168,376.00 and $27,722,933.00
- Proposed $19,900.00 agreement with Houston Engineering, Inc. for County Ditch 12 services
- Proposed purchase of four vehicles for the Sheriff's Office totaling $158,189.00
- Sale of a 2017 Ford SUV to Glencoe Police Department for $7,000.00
- Notification of a $4,533.53 contribution from McLeod Treatment Programs
2022
The Board of Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including software renewals and nursing contracts. Discussion includes an updated cremation/burial policy, a large assembly permit for a summer extravaganza, and the conversion of a county ditch into a joint drainage system.
- Renew QLess virtual line software for $11,340.00
- Renew Winscribe digital dictation software support for $5,143.14
- Update Cremation/Burial Policy with all-inclusive rate increase to $2,400.00
- Large assembly permit for Land Castle Summer Extravaganza in Winsted
- Conversion of County Ditch 11 to Joint Ditch JD 111 McW
2022
The Board of Commissioners will consider several items including a Citrix software renewal and employee hour adjustments. Public hearings are scheduled regarding various county ditches and land management processes.
- Renewal of Citrix Software Assurance and support for $17,716.17
- Decrease of one full-time Case Aide’s hours from 40 to 28 per week
- Public hearing regarding County Ditch 12A benefits and damages
- Public hearing regarding County Ditch 28 benefits and damages
- Reappointment of Kevin Miller to the High Island Watershed District Board
2022
The Board of Commissioners will review several conditional use permits for farming and mining, as well as plat approvals for new lots. The body is also deciding on security equipment for the county solid waste facility and agreements to serve as election recount officials.
- Conditional Use Permit 22-09 to increase beef animal units from 999 to 1,200 at Keenan Farms in Glencoe Township
- Conditional Use Permit 22-10 for 5 acres of gravel mining in Acoma Township with a $5,000 bond requirement
- Proposal for $11,689.00 to install cameras and card readers at the McLeod County Solid Waste Facility
- Application for a $62,000.00 grant for 31 body-worn cameras for the Sheriff's Office
- Approval of a 1-lot final plat for 'WEIBEL ESTATES' in Winsted Township
2022
The Board of Commissioners will review several funding requests including a $1,000,000 allocation for the Glencoe Highway Shop. Other items include potential contracts for right-of-way acquisition on Highways 25 and 115 and aquatic invasive species treatment for Belle Lake.
- Renew annual maintenance contract for ApplicationXtender, Workflow, and document scanners for $45,393.00
- Purchase of a CRMoto 500s ATV from Yamaha Motorsports Marine for $6,550.50
- Distribution of $9,835.36 in AIS Grant Funds for Belle Lake watermilfoil treatment
- Hiring Evergreen Land Services for right-of-way acquisition on Highways 25 and 115 (estimated $51,000.00 to $61,500.00)
- Allocation of up to $1,000,000.00 to the Glencoe Highway Shop project from the Coronavirus County Relief Fund
2022
The McLeod County Board of Commissioners is meeting to discuss public works projects, including a new highway maintenance facility and a fund exchange with Wabasha County. The board is also reviewing environmental service contracts and a six-lot sketch plan in Hutchinson Township.
- Proposed architectural and engineering agreement with Rice Companies Inc. for a 9,000-square-foot building, not to exceed $54,000
- Proposed $360,000 federal fund exchange with Wabasha County for the CSAH 115/25 Roundabout project
- Approval of a six-lot sketch plan (No. JP22-SP1) for 8.45 acres in Hutchinson Township
- Proposed $5,670 Minnesota Department of Health grant for COVID efforts at McLeod County Jail
- Administrative fine of $300 issued to Casey’s in Stewart for tobacco ordinance violation
Board of Appeal and Equalization
The Board of Appeal and Equalization will meet to elect its leadership and hear appointments regarding specific property parcels. The board will also consider recommendations from the County Assessor.
- Appointment for Jeffrey Forcier (14.027.1600)
- Appointment for Michael Booth (11.006.0550)
- Appointment for James & Janet Koch (14.018.0275)
- Appointment for Jessica & Alexander Trout (23.455.0380)
- Cancelled appointment for Home Service LLC, Robert Hantge (23.228.0010)
2022
The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the implementation of body-worn camera policies for the Sheriff’s Office. Additional items include a request for fencing at the Environmental Services Building and the establishment of a temporary Parks Planning Task Force.
- Public hearing on Sheriff's Office body-worn camera implementation and policies
- Grant agreement for $2,904.00 for the Boat and Water Safety Program
- Fence and gate quote from Century Fence Company not to exceed $17,595.00
- Resolution 22-CB-34 establishing a temporary Parks Planning Task Force Committee
- Resolution 22-CB-33 authorizing the appointment of election judges for the 2022 cycle
2022
The Board of Commissioners will consider approving the City of Glencoe's first comprehensive plan. The meeting also includes decisions on infrastructure contracts, solar site amendments, and healthcare provider approvals.
- Approval of City of Glencoe Comprehensive Plan
- Proposed $400,000 sale of Material Recycling Facility sort line equipment to Green Machine Sales LLC
- Request for 2023 Legacy Grant application for Dakota Rail Trail with a potential $170,000 match
- Change Order 01 for culvert changes on County Ditches 13 and 29 totaling $381,912.91
- Approval of PrimeWest Health and Blue Plus for managed health care services
2022
The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will decide on several funding allocations, including Coronavirus Relief Funds and infrastructure contracts. The board is also considering a state of emergency declaration following heavy rains in May 2022.
- Proposed $500,000 tax abatement for a 51-room AmericInn Hotel in Glencoe
- Proposed $100,000 allocation to McLeod County Agricultural Association for free fair admission
- Proposed $500,000 allocation to McLeod County Housing and Redevelopment Authority for housing repairs
- Contract for 61 miles of highway edge line striping with Traffic Marking Services for $49,857.62
- Resolution 22-CB-26 to declare a state of emergency due to public infrastructure damages
2022
The Board of Commissioners will decide on managed health care providers for seniors and people with disabilities. They are also reviewing several land plat requests, conditional use permits, and public works contracts.
- Proposed $49,138.09 automated workflow system for Accounts Payable from Information Systems Corporation
- Cooperative Construction Agreement with City of Glencoe for paved trails not to exceed $160,000
- Proposed $33,224.11 full-depth reclamation of County Road 72 (Diamond Avenue) by All States Pavement Recycling and Stabilization
- Conditional Use Permit for 'THE LEGACY BARN' event venue in Rich Valley Township
- Resolution to approve PrimeWest Health as the sole managed care organization for MSHO, MSC+, and SNBC services
2022
The McLeod County Board is deciding on several infrastructure projects, including a bridge replacement and vehicle purchases. The board will also consider election-related grants and the establishment of absentee ballot boards.
- Bridge replacement on 200th Street over South Fork of Crow River: $705,315.55
- Purchase of two 2023 GMC Sierra 2500 pickups: not-to-exceed $76,000.00
- Help America Vote Act (HAVA) grant application: $28,177.78
- CrowdStrike Endpoint Detection and Response program: $10,660.00
- Keystone Compensation Group service agreement: $12,500.00
2022
The Board of Commissioners will consider several items including countywide sealcoat and pavement marking projects, a new mining conditional use permit, and a resolution regarding commissioner districts. Additional discussions involve jail sprinkler head replacements and courthouse security camera installations.
- Countywide sealcoat and pavement marking project bid of $658,320.48
- Mining Conditional Use Permit for Duininck, Inc. in Acoma Township
- Distribution of up to $22,230.33 for Lake Marion Aquatic Invasive Species treatment
- Resolution 22-CB-18 regarding County Commissioner Districts and terms
- Summit Fire Protection Co. proposal to replace jail sprinkler heads for $3,935.00
2022
The Board is reviewing several equipment purchases including law enforcement vehicles and public safety radios. Other items include personnel grade changes, a mower purchase for Public Works, and a notice regarding upcoming redistricting plans.
- Purchase of three Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicles for $147,968.00
- Purchase of a John Deere R240 rotary disc mower for $8,350.00
- Purchase of ARMER Radios from Motorola Solutions not to exceed $1,830,598.00
- Alpha Wireless radio programming costs of $13,250.00
- Grant contract with MN Dept of Public Safety for $24,378.00
2022
The Board will review several items including a network firewall upgrade, two community solar garden permits, and engineering contracts for bridge replacements. Additionally, the agenda includes various assessment agreements, a gravel mining permit renewal, and professional services ratifications.
- Network firewall upgrade quote from Fireverse for $150,534.18
- Conditional Use Permit 22-01 for gravel mining in Helen Township
- Solar garden permits for South Garden LLC and Crane Garden LLC in Winsted Township
- Bridge replacement design services from Stonebrooke Engineering up to $117,610.00 total
- Bridge replacement design services from Erickson Engineering up to $38,800.00
2022
The McLeod County Board is discussing the transition of the County Recorder's office to an appointed position. The board is also reviewing several infrastructure projects, including bridge replacements and a new cold storage building.
- Proposed Resolution 22-CB-14 to eliminate the elected County Recorder office and create an appointed one
- Award of Silver Lake Area Transportation Services Cold Storage Building to Ebert Construction for $297,700.00
- Purchase of Cellebrite digital evidence software and training for $10,065.00
- Temporary loan of $230,900.00 from the General Revenue Fund to the Ditch Fund
- Safe and Secure Courthouse Initiative Grant for $14,911.00 with a 50% local match
2022
The McLeod County Board of Commissioners will review several public works contracts, including highway overlays and bridge engineering. The board is also considering cybersecurity services and the adoption of a multi-hazard mitigation plan.
- Concrete overlays on CSAH 1 from South County Line to 1,300 feet east of CSAH 22 awarded to Croell, Inc. for $7,447,744.74
- Purchase of a John Deere 5115M utility tractor from Midwest Machine Co. for $97,925.00
- Virtual Chief Information Security Officer services from Minnesota Security Consortium not to exceed $18,000.00
- Conditional Use Permit 21-27 for gravel mining by Randy’s Bobcat Services in Hassan Valley Township
- Additional design engineering services from Erickson Engineering for Bridge L9240 replacement for $8,200.00
2022
The Board of Commissioners will consider an ordinance to regulate open burning and discuss whether the County Recorder should be an elected or appointed position. The body is also reviewing several facility maintenance contracts and committee appointments.
- Public hearing on an ordinance authorizing and regulating open burning
- Payment of $11,926.91 to Design Electric for TH 7 and CSAH 15 Intersection Lighting Project
- Proposal from AKO Electric, Inc. for $12,935.00 to replace lights at the Environmental Services building
- Agreement with Carver County Environmental Services for SSTS reviews at $60.00 per hour, not to exceed $2,500.00
- Approval of a revised 2-Lot Preliminary Plat No. 21-08 by David Broll
2022
The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022 and set the year's meeting schedule. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding staffing, election grants, and official publications.
- Acceptance of a $146,836.10 donation from the estate of Lillian Marion Nemitz for the Sheriff's Office
- Application for the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) Grant for election security and accessibility
- Resolution 22-CB-04 to authorize Human Resources to fill replacement positions
- Appointment of Jeffrey Johnson as an alternate viewer for County Ditch 11
- Notification of a January 18, 2022 public hearing on an ordinance regulating open burning