Scott County public meetings in 2022

County Board

The Scott County Board will vote on the 2023 budget and a gross levy of $86,296,713, along with a net levy of $80,336,000. They will also consider a consent agenda that includes multiple union agreements, a rezone of 132 acres, and various contracts and fee schedules. A workshop on a re-entry home is scheduled before the regular meeting.

• Adopt 2023 budget and set gross levy of $86,296,713 (net levy $80,336,000)
• Rezone 132.09 acres from A-1 to A-3 in Belle Plaine Township (Koenig)
• Approve three-year agreements with six labor unions including AFSCME and Law Enforcement Labor Services
• Set 2023 solid waste special assessment fee on residential properties
• Award contract to Morcon Construction for safety railings in the jail

The Board approved the 2023 budgets and a net tax levy of $80,336,000. Several three-year labor agreements were approved, and the 2023 comprehensive fee schedule was adopted. The Board also approved various land rezoning and contract amendments.

• Set 2023 net tax levy at $80,336,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 budgets and Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Comprehensive County Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved three-year agreements with multiple labor unions including Local 49 and Local 2440 (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 132.09 acres in Belle Plaine Township from A-1 to A-3 (unanimous)
• Accepted $355,000 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant (unanimous)
• Approved contract for safety railings in the jail to Morcon Construction Company (unanimous)
• Appointed Barb Dahl as Human Services Director (unanimous)

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will hold a public hearing and consider several land-use items, including a request to rezone 132 acres from agricultural preservation to agricultural preservation density. Other items include a conditional use permit for a commercial leasing business, a two-lot subdivision in Spring Lake Township, and a conditional use permit for a truck repair shop.

• Rezone of 132.09 acres from A-1 to A-3 in Belle Plaine Township (PL#2022-069)
• Conditional use permit for a freight truck repair and leasing business in Louisville Township (PL#2022-076)
• Rezone and preliminary/final plat for a 2-lot subdivision on 10.58 acres in Spring Lake Township (PL#2022-072)
• Public hearing on rezone of 10.2 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 in Spring Lake Township (PL#2022-073)

The Planning Advisory Commission unanimously recommended approval for two residential rezoning and plat projects and two commercial conditional use permits. These recommendations now move toward County Board consideration.

• Approved Koenig Rezone of 132.09 acres from A-1 to A-3 (Unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Johnson Estates rezoning and plat for 2 lots on 10.8 acres (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Dakota Lan, LLC CUP to change use to leasing commercial businesses (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Hunters Pass rezoning and plat for 2 lots and 1 outlot on 10.23 acres (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Blue Sky Freight Carriers, LLC CUP for truck repair and transportation (7-0)
• Approved November 12, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

County Board

The board will first hold a workshop on Juvenile Alternative Facility study recommendations, then convene the regular meeting. They will consider a consent agenda that includes adopting the final 2023 levy and budget for the Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District and the Scott Watershed Management Organization, approving a contract extension with Canvas Health for after-hours emergency social services, and several other resolutions and license renewals. A closed session is scheduled to evaluate the county administrator's performance.

• Workshop on Juvenile Alternative Facility (JAF) Study Recommendations
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-267; Approving the Final 2023 Levy and Budget for the Scott County Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-284; Approving the Final 2023 Levy and Budget for the Scott Watershed Management Organization (WMO) Special Taxing District
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-279; Authorizing acceptance of Mobile Mental Health Crisis Grant Funds for 2023-2024 and increasing county staffing by 1.5 FTE
• Adopt Resolution No. 2022-276; Authorizing purchase of building materials and cooperative agreements with Jordan and Shakopee schools for construction of camper cabins

The Board of Commissioners approved several resolutions including the 2023 budgets for specific taxing districts and agreements for public works and health services. The board also authorized the purchase of materials for camper cabins at Cedar Lake Farms. Several land-use permits and liquor license renewals were approved.

• Approved purchase of building materials and agreements with Jordan and Shakopee Schools for camper cabins (unanimous)
• Approved contract extension with Canvas Health, Inc. for emergency social services (unanimous)
• Approved final 2023 levy and budget for Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District (unanimous)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Minnesota Anti-Heroin Task Force Program (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for household hazardous waste program (unanimous)
• Approved Interim Use Permit #PL2022-064 for Home Extended Business in Spring Lake Township (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with PaintCare for paint waste collection reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of traffic signal equipment for County Highway 16 and Fuller Street (unanimous)

County Board

The Scott County Board holds a workshop to discuss legislative priorities, a partnership with Three Rivers, opioid settlement funds, and the 2023 budget and capital improvement plan. They will also review non-bargaining salary adjustments, citizen advisory committees, and commissioner committee assignments.

• Legislative Priorities
• County/Three Rivers Partnership
• Opioid Money
• 2023 Budget & CIP
• Non-Bargaining Salary Adjustments

County Board

The board will hold a public hearing to consider revoking the conditional use permit for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Trail of Terror, operated by Mid-America Festivals Corporation. The consent agenda includes budget amendments for ARPA-funded Family Resource Center projects and a Highway 13 corridor grant application.

• Public hearing on revoking Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Trail of Terror
• Resolution 2022-261: Amending 2022 budget for ARPA funds for the Family Resource Center Project
• Resolution 2022-262: Approving contract amendment with Midwest Paratransit Services for Dial-A-Ride in Scott and Carver Counties
• Resolution 2022-263: Recommending Trunk Highway 13 Corridor Project for MnDOT's 2022 Corridors of Commerce solicitation
• Resolution 2022-264: Adopting amended Code of Conduct Policy and rescinding prior policy

The Board held a public hearing regarding the potential revocation of Mid-America Festivals Corporation's conditional use permit due to traffic and parking violations. After hearing testimony from residents, business owners, and the permit holder, the Board deferred action to a future date. The meeting also included the approval of several administrative resolutions and personnel actions.

• Tabled action on revoking Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 for Minnesota Renaissance Festival until Jan 17, 2023
• Approved amended agreement with MN Pollution Control Agency for recycling grant (Resolution 2022-257)
• Approved budget amendment for Family Resource Center ARPA funds (Resolution 2022-261)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 for Dial-A-Ride services with Midwest Paratransit Services (Resolution 2022-262)
• Recommended Trunk Highway 13 Corridor Project to MnDOT (Resolution 2022-263)
• Adopted amended Code of Conduct Policy (Resolution 2022-264)
• Approved payroll processing for 21 personnel actions
• Approved November 1, 2022 meeting minutes

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will hold two public hearings: one for an interim use permit for a home extended business in Spring Lake Township, and another for a conditional use permit for a farm market meat processing facility in Blakeley Township. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a planning manager update.

• PL#2022-064: Interim Use Permit for a Home Extended Business (David Laurin and Sheila Laurin) in Section 36 of Spring Lake Township
• PL#2022-063: Conditional Use Permit for a Farm Market - Meat Processing Facility (Anan Barbarawi) in Section 17 of Blakeley Township
• Approval of October 10, 2022 meeting minutes

The Planning Advisory Commission approved two land-use permits for home and farm-based businesses. Both requests were passed unanimously by the present members.

• Approved Interim Use Permit for David Laurin to operate an aircraft parts fabrication business (6-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Anan Barbarawi to operate a farm market and meat processing facility (6-0)
• Approved October 10, 2022 meeting minutes

Joint Ditch Board

The Scott/Le Sueur County Joint Ditch Board approved a resolution to establish a positive fund balance for maintenance needs. The board also approved the minutes from the August 24, 2022 meeting.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-259 authorizing a $290,000 maintenance lien on Scott Le Sueur Joint Ditch No. 3 (5-0)
• Approved August 24, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Joint Ditch Board

The Joint Drainage Authority approved assessments for Joint Ditch 4 and Joint Ditch 1 to cover drainage system costs. Both assessments will be collected over 10-year annual installments at a 4.0% interest rate.

• Approved $329,713.33 assessment for Le Sueur/Scott Joint Ditch 4 (5-0)
• Approved $255,483.97 assessment for Scott/Le Sueur Joint Ditch 1 (5-0)

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board is meeting to receive a report from health staff on collaboration with community partners to avoid duplication of services.

• Receive a Community Health Board Report from the Community Health Services Administrator, Public Health Staff, and the Scott County Medical Director

The Board approved the meeting minutes from May 31, 2022. Members received informational reports regarding the Statewide Health Improvement Partnership, the Child and Teen Checkups program, and COVID-19.

• Approved May 31, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

County Board

The board will vote on a rezoning of 40.44 acres from Agricultural to Residential Density in Sand Creek Township. It will also consider a conditional use permit for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and approve several contracts, including a final payment for the Highway 41/169 interchange project.

• Rezoning of 40.44 acres in Sand Creek Township from Agricultural to Residential Density District
• Public hearing set for Nov. 15 on a conditional use permit for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival
• Final payment to Ames Construction for the Highway 41/169 interchange project
• Amendment to a grant agreement for the Child and Teen Checkup program
• Agreement with ESRI for Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software

The Board approved several resolutions including a rezoning in Sand Creek Township and a final payment for the Trunk Highway 169/41 Interchange Project. They also authorized agreements for GIS software and park improvements. A public hearing for the Minnesota Renaissance Festival was scheduled for November 15, 2022.

• Approved adjusted final payment to Ames Construction, Inc. for Trunk Highway 169/41 Interchange Project (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 40.44 acres in Sand Creek Township from A-1 to A-3 (4-0)
• Approved interim use permit for an accessory dwelling unit in Cedar Lake Township (4-0)
• Approved agreement with ESRI for GIS software (4-0)
• Approved grant agreement with Metropolitan Council for Spring Lake Regional Park improvements (4-0)
• Scheduled public hearing for Nov 15, 2022, regarding Minnesota Renaissance Festival conditional use permit (4-0)
• Approved amendment to MN Dept of Human Services Child and Teen Checkup Services Grant (4-0)
• Approved payroll processing of 17 personnel actions (4-0)

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to receive updates on the Juvenile Alternative Facility study, a presentation on employee relations, and a third-quarter financial update, followed by a budget workshop.

• Juvenile Alternative Facility (JAF) Study Update
• Employee Relations Study Presentation
• 3rd Quarter Financial Update
• Budget Workshop

General

The ditch board will consider adopting a resolution to set a November 15 public hearing on repair proceedings for County Ditch No. 10, and approve maintenance expenditures. A separate resolution would authorize liens on Ditches 10 and 13 to fund maintenance and a one-time repair on Ditch 13.

• Resolution 2022-246: Set public hearing for Nov. 15 on repair of County Ditch No. 10
• Approve 2022 drainage ditch expenditure records
• Resolution 2022-251: Authorize maintenance liens on Ditches 10 and 13 to fund repairs and maintain positive balances

County Board

The Scott County Board will consider several resolutions, including a conditional use permit for a multiple-tenant sales facility in Louisville Township, a cooperative maintenance agreement for County Highway 16/15 signals, and a grant application for school substance-use disorder services. The board will also receive a COVID-19 update and a presentation on child protection services. A closed meeting is scheduled to discuss labor negotiation strategies.

• Conditional use permit for a multiple-tenant sales facility (Svoboda) in Louisville Township
• Cooperative maintenance agreement with Shakopee for County Highway 15/16 signal system
• Grant application to Minnesota DHS for school substance-use disorder services, adding 2.5 FTEs
• Final payment to Safety Signs LLC for 2022 County Highway Sign Replacement Project
• Approval of findings for Valley Paving Mining EAW, negative declaration on need for EIS

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request in Sand Creek Township and an interim use permit in Cedar Lake Township. The body will also review minutes from the September 12, 2022 meeting.

• PL#2022-057: Request to rezone 40.44 acres from A-1 to A-3 in Section 15 of Sand Creek Township
• PL#2022-055: Public hearing for an Interim Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit in Section 36 of Cedar Lake Township

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions including grant approvals and land use permits. The meeting includes a consent agenda with items related to mental health funding and park acquisitions. A workshop following the meeting will cover the 2023 budget and the Renaissance Festival.

• Budget amendment and second contract increase for the County Highway 83 Project
• Preliminary and Final Plat of Theis Acres (1 lot and 1 Outlot) in Louisville Township
• Conditional Use Permit Amendment for an Xcel Energy substation staging area in Jackson Township
• Grant funding from the Metropolitan Council for Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park acquisitions
• Amendment to the Minnesota Department of Human Services Grant for Adult Mental Health Initiative

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items including property tax statements and watershed management levies. The meeting includes a COVID-19 update and recognition of a retiring employee.

• Establishment of a $81,014,000 net levy for 2023 proposed property tax statements
• Approval of a $1,402,771 preliminary levy for the Scott Watershed Management Organization
• Waters Edge development agreement for 4 lots on 43.51 acres in Jackson Township
• Budget amendment and contract increase for County Highway 27 Expansion Project
• Railroad crossing elimination grant application for County Highway 9 in Jordan

Regional Rail Authority

The Regional Rail Authority is meeting to approve the minutes from September 21, 2021. The board will also consider a resolution to establish a final property tax levy of $0 for 2023.

• Resolution No. RRA 2022-001: Establishing a $0 levy for 2023

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a multiple tenant sales facility in Louisville Township. The body will also review a substation staging area request and a plat for Theis Acres.

• PL#2022-047: Conditional Use Permit Amendment for a permanent outdoor staging area for Northern States Power Company in Jackson Township
• PL#2022-49: Preliminary and Final Plat of Theis Acres (1 lot and 1 Outlot on 88.75 Acres) in Louisville Township
• PL#2022-051: Public hearing for a conditional use permit to establish a multiple tenant sales facility in Louisville Township

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a request for setbacks from the road right-of-way and high-water level. The request concerns the replacement of a single-family home in Section 12 of Helena Township.

• PL#2022-053: Variance request for road right-of-way and ordinary high-water level setbacks in Helena Township

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a proposed interim zoning ordinance regarding THC products. The meeting includes votes on several 2023 budgets and levies for county agencies and districts.

• Proposed Ordinance 33: Prohibits new or expanded uses for sales, testing, manufacturing, and distribution of THC products
• Scott County Community Development Agency: Proposed 2023 budget of $15,511,593 and tax levy of $4,188,840
• Cedar Lake Improvement District: Proposed 2023 final levy of $40,000
• Scott County Vermillion River Watershed Special Taxing District: Proposed 2023 levy of $35,100
• Sale and removal of a house at 3691 Marschall Road

General

The Scott County Ditch Board will hold a public hearing regarding the redetermination of benefits for Scott County Ditch 10. The board will review findings from H2OverViewers and consider a resolution to establish the ditch as redetermined.

• Public hearing on redetermination of benefits for Scott County Ditch 10
• Review of redetermination findings from H2OverViewers
• Resolution 2022-201: Adopting findings and redetermination of benefits for Scott County Ditch 10

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure agreements and plat approvals. They are scheduling a public hearing for September 6 regarding a temporary zoning ordinance to prohibit new or expanded THC product businesses. The meeting includes a COVID-19 update and a workshop on economic empowerment budgets.

• Public hearing set for Sept 6 on a moratorium for THC product sales, testing, manufacturing, and distribution
• Preliminary and Final Plat approval for Panama Acres (2 lots on 20 acres) in Cedar Lake Township
• Agreement with MnDOT for Local Road Improvement Program funds for Trunk Highways 169 and 282 Interchange Project
• Contract award to G Urban Companies, Inc. for the 2022 Building Demolition Project
• Cancellation of public hearing regarding Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 for Mid-America Festivals Corporation

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will consider a preliminary and final plat for Waters Edge in Jackson Township. The commission will also review proposed changes to the Scott County Zoning Ordinance regarding stormwater management and waterbody guidelines.

• Preliminary and Final Plat of Waters Edge (4 lots on 43.51 acres) in Section 24, Jackson Township
• Amendments to Chapter 6 of Scott County Zoning Ordinance No. 3 regarding MPCA MS4 permit requirements
• Proposed guidance for low Floor Verification for buildings adjacent to waterbodies
• Proposed stormwater management exemption for linear public trails

Ditch Board

The Scott County Ditch Board will meet to approve previous minutes and adopt a resolution. The primary action is setting a final hearing regarding the redetermination of benefits findings for Scott County Ditch No. 10.

• Resolution No. 2022-192: Order to set a final hearing for Scott County Ditch No. 10 Redetermination of Benefits Findings

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners will review budget amendments for highway projects and a conditional use permit for a new building. The board will also set a public hearing date regarding the Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Trail of Terror.

• Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Interlock Concrete Products to build a 45,000 square foot building in Sand Creek Township
• Budget amendment and agreement amendment with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for Bluff Drive Trunk Highway 169 Overpass Project
• Budget amendment and second contract increase for County Highway 27 Expansion Project
• Public hearing scheduled for August 16, 2022, regarding Conditional Use Permit #616-C-8 for Minnesota Renaissance Festival and Trail of Terror
• Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Parish of Saints Joachim & Anne in Louisville Township

County Board

The Board of Commissioners is meeting for a workshop to review the second quarter financial update and conduct a budget workshop. The session includes discussions on a classification and compensation study and a juvenile alternative facility study board.

• Budget Workshop
• 2nd Quarter Financial Update
• Classification & Compensation Study
• Juvenile Alternative Facility Study Board
• 42 Re-Entry Property

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed catalytic converter ordinance. The agenda also includes several consent items related to highway projects, service agreements, and property dismissals.

• Public hearing for Scott County Ordinance No. 32 regarding possession of catalytic converters
• Amendment to the cooperative agreement with the City of Shakopee for the County Highway 83 Project
• Agreement with Mid-America Festivals Corporation for Sheriff's Office Services
• Budget amendment and contract increase for the County Highway 83 Project
• Cooperative agreement with the City of Credit River for the County Highway 27 Expansion Project

County Board

The joint boards met to review 2022 partnership highlights and a proposed 2023 budget. No formal actions were taken on the budget or project updates, as the items were for information and discussion only.

• Proposed 2023 Partnership Budget of $2.88 million, an increase of $161,578
• Spring Lake Regional Park lakefront development (construction spring 2023)
• Cedar Lake Farm camper cabins and group camp (construction spring 2023)
• Doyle-Kennefick Regional Park hiking trails (construction 2024)
• Proposed $20,000 increase for seasonal staff hourly rates

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners will meet to review several consent agenda items including grant applications and plat approvals. Following the main meeting, a workshop will address topics such as the McMahon LID and the Met Council SmartLink Contract.

• Resolution No. 2022-171: Final Plat of Amazed Acres consisting of 37 lots on 113.4 acres in Spring Lake Township
• Resolution No. 2022-168: Application for Strong Foundations: Evidence Based Family Home Visiting Funds via MDH
• Resolution No. 2022-173: Amendment to Minnesota Department of Health grant for public health emergency preparedness
• Resolution No. 2022-172: Drainage easement agreement with the Timothy L. Sardelli Revocable Trust
• Application for Jordan Fire Department Relief Association to conduct off-site gambling at Ridges at Sand Creek Golf Course

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a workshop covering library partnerships and law enforcement technology. The meeting also includes an update regarding County Highway 83.

• Library Partnership Agreement
• Law Enforcement Technology Group (LETG)
• County Highway (CH) 83 Update

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two variance requests during this meeting. These include a request to reduce a bluff setback for a septic system replacement and a request to modify a lot line between two non-conforming lots.

• PL#2022-037: Variance from 50-foot bluff setback to 10 feet for septic system in Sand Creek Township
• PL#2022-041: Variance from 600-foot lot width to 75 feet to modify lot line in Helena Township

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will consider a plat request for Panama Acres and conduct a one-year review of an interim use permit. The body will also approve minutes from the May 9, 2022 meeting.

• PL#2022-034: Preliminary and Final Plat of Panama Acres (2 lots on 20 acres) in Cedar Lake Township
• PL#2021-044: One-year review of Interim Use Permit for Gretz Discovery Dayz Farm Camp in New Market Township

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions including plat approvals for Vergus Estates South and Doucette 3rd Addition. The meeting includes discussions on COVID-19 updates, early literacy, and the economic impact of agriculture.

• Vergus Estates South preliminary and final plat (7 lots on 71 acres) in Spring Lake Township
• Doucette 3rd Addition conditional use permit and plat (16.9 acres) in Louisville Township
• Cooperative agreement with City of Shakopee for signal management and traffic system budget amendment
• Construction cooperative agreement with City of Prior Lake for County Highway 21 and Revere Way project
• Public hearing set for July 19, 2022 regarding a Catalytic Converter Ordinance

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners is meeting to vote on several land use permits and zoning changes. The board will also receive updates on ARPA funding and the county strategic plan.

• Rezone of 116.27 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 for the 37-lot Amazed Acres development in Spring Lake Township
• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance No. 3 to allow additional accessory uses in Rural Business Reserve, Rural Industrial, and Heavy Industrial districts
• Conditional Use Permit for a dog training and boarding kennel in Section 29 Cedar Lake Township
• Conditional Use Permit for agricultural tourism and farm market with farm-stays in Section 23 Sand Creek Township
• Grant agreement with the Department of Corrections for the Re-entry and Halfway Housing Program

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board will meet to approve previous minutes and receive a report from the Community Health Services Administrator, Public Health staff, and the Scott County Medical Director.

• Approval of November 2, 2021 meeting minutes
• Community Health Board Report from Public Health staff and Medical Director

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss several regional projects and initiatives. The session includes updates on transportation and mental health services.

• Trunk Hwy 169 Projects Update
• Mental Health Continuum
• Spring Lake Lakefront Project
• Southern Valley Alliance

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including road projects, business permits, and budget amendments. The meeting also includes an information session on highway maintenance operations and a closed meeting regarding labor negotiation strategies.

• Interim Use Permit for property maintenance business at 4833 W 123rd, LLC in Sand Creek Township
• Agreement with Bolton & Menk, Inc. for County Highways 69 and 78 roundabout services
• Budget amendment and contract increase for County Highway 27 Expansion Project
• Contract award to Valley Paving, Inc. for signal project at County Highway 15/16 in Shakopee
• Real property acquisition at 17500 263RD ST W in Blakeley Township

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests in Sand Creek Township. These include a request to reduce a road centerline setback for farm-stays and a request to increase building height for a production facility.

• PL#2022-024: Request to reduce road centerline setback from 150 feet to 133 feet for farm-stays in Sand Creek Township
• PL#2022-028: Request to increase maximum building height from 45 feet to 52 feet 9 inches for a 45,000-sf production building in Sand Creek Township

Planning Advisory Commission

The commission will review several requests for interim and conditional use permits across Sand Creek and Cedar Lake Townships. The agenda also includes a presentation on the County Transportation Improvement Plan and a workshop regarding private airport and heliport standards.

• Interim Use Permit for an Accessory Dwelling Unit in Section 11, Sand Creek Township
• Conditional Use Permit for dog training and boarding in Section 29, Cedar Lake Township
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for a 45,000 SF concrete production building in Section 4, Sand Creek Township
• Amendment to Conditional Use Permit for agricultural tourism and farm-stays in Section 23, Sand Creek Township
• Zoning ordinance amendment regarding auto, heavy equipment, and semi-tractor trailer uses

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items including highway sealcoat contracts and a community solar project. The meeting also includes an update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds.

• 2022 Annual County Highway Sealcoat contract with Pearson Bros., Inc.
• Budget amendment for $59,625 and contract with MP Asphalt Maintenance LLC for Trail Preventative Maintenance
• Interim Use Permit for a 1 MW Community Solar Energy System in Belle Plaine Township
• Contract increase for County Highway 17 Pedestrian Bridge Project
• Property tax abatement for MH Exchange IV LLC in Shakopee

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to adopt a final redistricting plan for the Scott County Commissioner and Scott Soil and Water Conservation Districts. The meeting includes several project payments and agreements for county infrastructure and IT services.

• Public hearing and adoption of Final Redistricting Plan for Commissioner and Soil and Water Conservation Districts
• Rezone of 80 acres from A-1 to A-3 and plat approval for Riesgraf Farm in Sand Creek Township
• Final payments to Mathiowetz Construction Company (County Highway 42) and Ames Construction, Inc. (Trunk Highway 169/41 Interchange)
• Agreement with SRF Consulting Group, Inc. for County Highway 17 Reconstruction preliminary design
• Agreement with Diamond Drug, Inc. for pharmaceutical services for the Scott County Jail

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a public hearing request regarding a property setback. The board will also approve the minutes from the March 14, 2022 meeting.

• PL#2022-015: Request to reduce setback from a DNR Protected Watercourse from 100' to 74.9' to replace a single-family home in Spring Lake Township

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will consider several requests for rezoning, platting, and use permits. Key items include a proposal for a community solar energy system and various residential and industrial land use changes.

• Interim Use Permit for a 1 MW Community Solar Energy System in Belle Plaine Township
• Rezone of 116.27 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 and preliminary plat of Amazed Acres in Spring Lake Township
• Conditional Use Permit amendment to add 5.40 acres for industrial storage at Doucette 3rd Addition in Louisville Township
• Rezone of 80 acres from A-1 to A-3 and plat of Riesgraf Farm in Sand Creek Township
• Preliminary and final plat of Vergus Estates South (7 lots on 71 acres) in Spring Lake Township

County Board

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several consent agenda items including construction contracts, land plats, and budget amendments. The meeting also includes a public hearing scheduled for April 19 regarding redistricting plans.

• 2022 Pavement Preservation Program contract with McNamara Contracting Inc.
• Scenic Bay Estates final plat consisting of 19 lots and 1 outlot in Spring Lake Township
• Field Stone Industrial Park Second Addition preliminary and final plat in New Market Township
• Budget amendments for American Rescue Plan Act funds across multiple park and housing projects
• Public hearing on April 19 regarding Scott County Commissioner and Soil and Water Conservation District redistricting

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a workshop covering several administrative topics. Discussion items include workforce development, a catalytic converter ordinance, and updates on ARPA projects.

• Workforce Development Board discussion
• Catalytic Converter Ordinance discussion
• ARPA Projects Update
• Emergency Management Plan review
• Redistricting discussion

County Board

The Scott County Board of Commissioners will vote on several resolutions including land acquisition for a park reserve and a zoning change in New Market Township. The board will also receive updates on COVID-19 and mental health services.

• Grant funding for land acquisition for Blakeley Bluffs Park Reserve
• Rezone of 11.19 acres to Rural Residential Single Family District in New Market Township
• Establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District
• Conditional Use Permit for sale of marine equipment in St. Lawrence Township
• Agreement with St. David's Center for Child & Family Development for Education Neglect Services

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding two variance requests in Cedar Lake and Helena Townships. The board will also elect its officers for 2022.

• Public hearing for Hegge variance (PL#2022-006) to increase attached garage ratio from 100% to 114% of house footprint
• Public hearing for Jim Klem variance (PL#2022-007) to increase impervious lot coverage from 25% to 39% for a home replacement
• Election of 2022 Board of Adjustment officers

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission is holding public hearings on three land use requests and one preliminary plat. One item regarding a community solar energy system has been moved to a future meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit for a Commercial Restoration Nursery in St. Lawrence Township (PL#2022-010)
• Interim Use Permit for a Home Extended Business in Spring Lake Township (PL#2022-008)
• Preliminary Plat of Field Stone Industrial Park Second Addition, 2 lots of 9.45 acres in New Market Township (PL#2021-088)
• Community Solar Energy System request (PL#2022-009) moved to a future meeting

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including land use changes and infrastructure agreements. Discussions also include creating pilot hiring bonus programs for public safety positions in the Sheriff’s Office.

• Rezoning 40 acres from UER to UERC in Helena Township
• Cooperative Construction Agreement with MnDOT for County Highway 8 and Trunk Highway 13
• Contract with Plante Moran for Enterprise Resource Planning project management services
• Elimination of daily overdue fines and removal of library extended use fees
• Pilot hiring and referral bonus programs for Sheriff’s Office public safety positions

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the extension of a transportation sales tax and the establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District. The agenda also includes several consent items involving infrastructure, mental health services, and developer agreements.

• Public hearing on extending a Transportation Sales Tax and adopting a 2023-2032 program
• Public hearing on establishing the McMahon Lake Improvement District
• Budget amendment of $366,749 for the TH 169 CH 59 Interchange Design
• Resolution approving the preliminary and final plat of 169 Commercial Park in Louisville Township
• Agreement with Minnesota Department of Transportation for the Trunk Highway 13 and Dakota Avenue Interchange

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission is meeting to consider land use requests, including a 19-lot plat and two rezoning applications. The body will also hold public hearings regarding a residential plat and a conditional use permit amendment for marine equipment sales.

• Final Plat of Scenic Bay Estates (19 lots on 104.42 acres) in Spring Lake Township
• Rezone of 40 acres from UER to UERC in Helena Township
• Rezone of 11.19 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 and Preliminary Plat of Bolars Walnut Meadow (4 lots) in New Market Township
• Conditional Use Permit Amendment for sale of used cars, boat lifts, docks, and marine equipment in St. Lawrence Township

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items including conditional use permits and a preliminary plat. A public hearing is scheduled for February 15, 2022, regarding the establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District.

• Final payment to Asphalt Surface Technologies Corp. for 2021 sealcoating contract
• Amendment to Schieffer Heliport conditional use permit in Cedar Lake Township
• Conditional use permit for a private indoor horse-riding arena in New Market Township
• Preliminary plat for Scenic Bay Estates consisting of 19 lots and 1 outlot in Spring Lake Township
• Public hearing for the establishment of the McMahon Lake Improvement District

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions including land acquisitions and rezoning requests in Spring Lake Township. The board is also scheduling a public hearing regarding the extension of the transportation sales tax.

• Purchase of property at 3691 Marschall Road
• Rezoning of 53 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 in Section 23 of Spring Lake Township
• Rezoning and plat approval for Ebenhoh Acres (2 lots on 20 acres) in Section 14 of Spring Lake Township
• Public hearing set for February 15 regarding the extension of the transportation sales tax
• Establishment and appointment of the Scott County Redistricting Committee

Planning Advisory Commission

The Planning Advisory Commission will hold public hearings on four land-use requests. These include a commercial final plat, a residential rezoning, and two conditional use permits.

• Final Plat for Highway 169 Commercial consisting of 2 lots and 1 outlot on 37 acres
• Rezoning of 53 acres from RR-1 to RR-2 in Spring Lake Township
• Conditional Use Permit for a private indoor horse-riding arena in New Market Township
• Amendment to Schieffer Heliport Conditional Use Permit to remove operational and usage limits

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair for 2022 and review a consent agenda featuring multiple infrastructure and service contracts. The meeting includes decisions on law enforcement equipment, road projects, and staff salaries.

• Contract with Beacon Interfaith Housing Collaborative for the Families Moving Forward Program for $110,000
• Construction contract for the County Highway 83 Project awarded to Hoffman Construction Company
• Agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for a body-worn and in-car camera system
• Approval of 4 full-time equivalent positions using American Rescue Plan Act funds
• Pavement rehabilitation project on County Highway 27 cooperative agreement with the City of Savage