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Sherburne CountyMN averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$332,700 Municipal budget
Total revenue$119.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$136.7M (FY2023)
Taxes$64.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$38.7M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,379 (FY2023)
Upcoming
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:00
Community Health Board
Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Thu Dec 3, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Tue Dec 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Thu Dec 17, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Thu Jan 21, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Thu Feb 18, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Thu Mar 18, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Thu Apr 15, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Thu May 20, 2027 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Sherburne County Board to hold public hearing on 2027 fee schedule
The Board of Commissioners will consider revisions to the All Services and Fee Schedule for 2027. The meeting includes approvals for several road projects and a professional services agreement for a regional park.
- Public hearing on revisions to the All Services and Fee Schedule for 2027
- Joint Powers Agreement with City of Elk River and Elk River Municipal Utilities for County Road 44 reconstruction
- MnDOT Agreement #1064214 for Federal Fund Advanced Construction of CSAH 33
- Professional Services Agreement with Turf Enterprise Inc. for Two Inlets Bdé Heḣáka - Omashkooz Zaaga’igaans Regional Park
- Final payment for 2025 CSAH 2 & 29 Intersection Improvements
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Sherburne County Board Meeting October 20, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
October 20, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1.
9:00am Call to Order
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Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
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Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2.
9:02am Public Hearing
9:02am 1
Public Hearing - Consider Revisions to the All Services and Fee Schedule for 2027.
Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator
3.
9:12am County Proclamations, Recognitions & Celebrations
9:12am 1
Consider Approval of a Proclamation Declaring October 23rd, 2026, as "Joel Brott Day" in Sherburne County.
Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator
9:17am 2
Consider Approval of a Proclamation Designating October as Manufacturing Month.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
9:22am 3
Recognize October 2026 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Raeanne Danielowski, Commissioner
4.
9:27am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
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The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
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It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
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It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
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The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
Sherburne County Board to discuss 2027 legislative priorities and act on routine contracts and grants
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners meets October 6, 2026, with most decisions grouped into a consent agenda covering minutes, committee appointments, travel, warrants, and several public works and grant items. The regular agenda includes updates from the Sherburne County Agricultural Society and the Sherburne County History Center, plus a discussion of 2027 legislative priorities and an AMC fall policy recap. A proclamation recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month is also scheduled. No public hearings are set for this meeting.
- Proclamation of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month
- Consent agenda includes authorization to advertise a public hearing on the 2027 All Services and Fee Schedule
- First Amendment to agreement with LHB Inc. for CSAH 16 Bridge 71511 design and construction phase services
- Final payment for 2025 CR 83 Reconstruction Project (CP 71-683-019)
- Approval of low bidder for CSAH 33 & CSAH 13 intersection culvert repair
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✓ Decided: Sherburne County Board approves multiple infrastructure and grant awards
The Board approved several public works contracts, including a $191,149.55 culvert repair project. It also accepted grants for traffic enforcement, veteran services, and health innovation. A public hearing for the 2027 fee schedule was set for October 20, 2026.
- Approved $191,149.55 culvert repair bid from Douglas-Kerr Underground LLC
- Authorized $40,547.96 final payment to Park Construction Company for CR 83 project
- Accepted $20,600 Minnesota Department of Public Safety traffic enforcement grant
- Accepted $20,000 Medica County Innovation Grant
- Accepted $15,000 MDVA Annual Operational Improvement Grant for Veteran Services
- Approved appointment of Barbara Burandt to the County Extension Committee
- Approved appointment of Lila Spencer and Harold Kluge to the Planning Advisory Commission
- Scheduled public hearing for 2027 All Services and Fee Schedule for Oct 20, 2026
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Sherburne County Board Meeting October 6, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
October 6, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1.
6:00pm Call to Order
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Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
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Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2.
6:02pm County Proclamations & Recognitions
6:02pm 1
Consider Approval to Proclaim October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
3.
6:07pm Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
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The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
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It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
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It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
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The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time
limit may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued
following the conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
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It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to members of the
audience;
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Speaker handouts are public information. The County may make copies of such handouts for the public if needed; …
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Sherburne County Board Meeting Minutes October 6, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
October 6, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1.
6:00pm Call to Order
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners convened in regular session on October 6, 2026, at the
Sherburne County Government Center in the City of Elk River, MN. Call to order by the Chair was at
6:00pm.
1
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
2
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
Hulse/Felber were unanimous to approve the Regular Meeting Agenda as presented.
2.
6:02pm County Proclamations & Recognitions
1
Proclaim October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Health & Human Services
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Hulse/Felber were unanimous to approve to proclaim October as Domestic Violence Awareness
month as read by County Administrator Bruce Messelt. Commissioner Hulse said a few words
acknowledging Rivers of Hope. Commissioner Felber also spoke a few words regarding domestic
abuse and violence.
3.
6:07pm Open Forum
There were 5 people who spoke.
4.
6:21pm Consent Agenda
Schumacher/Hulse were unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda as amended with item 4.1 to be
voted on separately.
2
Official Minutes from the September 15th, 2026, Workshop of the
County Board.
Administration
Keisha Broderick, Executive Assistant
Approved the Official Minutes from the September 15th, 2026, Workshop of the County Board …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
Sherburne County EDA to discuss SBDC appropriation request and strategic plan updates
The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority meets on October 1, 2026. The board will consider approving minutes from its September 3, 2026 meeting and the current agenda, then hear a presentation from Connexus Energy. It will discuss a Central Region Small Business Development Center appropriation request and potential updates to the EDA strategic plan. The meeting ends with updates from board members, staff, planning and zoning, county commissioners, and city economic development staff.
- Consider approval of minutes from the September 3, 2026 regular meeting
- Presentation from Connexus Energy Community & Economic Development Representative Carrie Mikkonen
- Discuss Central Region Small Business Development Center's appropriation request
- Discuss potential updates to the Sherburne County EDA Strategic Plan
- Updates from Sherburne County Planning and Zoning and County Commissioners
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Sherburne County Economic Development Authority Meeting October 1, 2026
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Sherburne County Economic Development Authority
October 1, 2026
Agenda
1.
Call to Order
1
Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from September 3, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Economic
Development Authority Board.
2
Consider Approval of the Proposed October 1, 2026 Economic Development Authority Regular Meeting
Agenda.
2.
Regular Agenda
1
Receive a Presentation from Connexus Energy's Community & Economic Development Representative,
Carrie Mikkonen.
Carrie Mikkonen
2
Discuss the Central Region Small Business Development Center's Appropriation Request.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
3
Discuss Potential Updates to the Sherburne County Economic Development Authority Strategic Plan.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
3.
Announcements
1
Receive Updates from EDA Board Member(s).
2
Receive EDA Executive Director Updates.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
3
Receive Sherburne County Planning and Zoning Department Updates.
4
Receive Sherburne County's Commissioners' Updates.
Raeanne Danielowski, Commissioner, Andrew Hulse, Commissioner
5
Receive Updates from Community/Economic Development Staff from Sherburne County Cities.
4.
Adjourn Regular Meeting
Upcoming Meetings
November 5, 2026 - Economic Develop …
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County Board to set 2027 property tax levy at $72.5 million
The Sherburne County Board will consider approving the proposed 2027 property tax levy of $72,511,084, along with budgets for two lake improvement districts. The agenda also includes several land-use items, including a solar farm interim use permit, a rezone request, and a haunted trail permit. A closed session is scheduled for union/labor negotiations.
- Resolution setting proposed 2027 property tax levy at $72,511,084
- Public hearing on 3.2% off-sale liquor license for Circle K (Becker Township)
- Interim use permit for solar farm - Cater Garden LLC
- Rezone request from General Rural to Shoreland Residential - Heidi Warnke
- Emergency road/culvert repairs at CSAH 33 and CSAH 13 intersection (Elk River)
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✓ Decided: Sherburne County Board certifies 2027 property tax levy at $72.5M
The Board approved the 2027 property tax levy and several land-use permits, including a solar farm and a haunted trail. They also accepted the retirement of County Sheriff Joel Brott and approved various improvement district budgets.
- Certified 2027 Property Tax Levy at $72,511,084 (3-2)
- Approved Interim Use Permit for Cater Garden LLC Solar Farm
- Approved Interim Use Permit for Brent Bahr Haunted Trail
- Approved rezoning of 10.43 acres to Shoreland Residential for Heidi Warnke
- Approved 2027 Three Lake Improvement District budget with $70.46 assessment
- Approved 2027 Eagle Lake Improvement District budget with $37,500 assessment
- Accepted retirement of County Sheriff Joel Brott effective October 23, 2026
- Approved 3.2% Off Sale Liquor License for Circle K (Becker Township)
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Sherburne County Board Meeting September 15, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
September 15, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1.
9:00am Call to Order
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Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
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Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2.
9:02am Public Hearing
1
Public Hearing & Consideration of Approval of a 3.2% OFF Sale Liquor License - Circle K (Becker Township).
Loraine Rupp, Auditor & Treasurer
3.
9:07am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
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The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
•
It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
•
It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
•
The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time
limit may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued
following the conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
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It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to members of the
audience;
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Speaker handouts are public information. The County may make copies of such handouts for the public if …
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Sherburne County Board Meeting Minutes September 15, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
September 15, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Minutes
1.
9:00am Call to Order
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners convened in regular session on September 15,
2026, at the Sherburne County Government Center in the City of Elk River, MN. Call to order by
the Chair was at 9:00am.
1
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
2
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
Felber/Gray were unanimous to approve the Regular Meeting Proposed agenda as amended with
the removal of the Closed Session from the agenda.
2.
9:01am Public Hearing
1
Public Hearing & Consideration of Approval of a 3.2% OFF Sale Liquor
License - Circle K (Becker Township).
Auditor / Treasurer
Loraine Rupp, Auditor & Treasurer
Conducted a Public Hearing for a 3.2% Off Sale Liquor License at Circle K (Becker Township), now
under new ownership. The Chair opened the Public Hearing at 9:02am. No one spoke. The Chair
closed the Public Hearing at 9:03 am.
Upon completion of the Public Hearing, Hulse/Felber were unanimous to approve a 3.2% OFF -
Sale Liquor License for new ownership of Circle K, pending State approval, and authorized the
Auditor/Treasurer and Board Chair to execute the same.
3.
9:04am Open Forum
One person spoke.
4.
9:06am Consent Agenda
Hulse/Felber were unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
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Official Mi …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00
Community Health Board
Community Health Board to review minutes and hear administrator update
The Sherburne County Community Health Board is meeting to approve its agenda and the official minutes from the May 19, 2026 regular meeting. The board will also receive a bi-monthly update from the Community Health Services Administrator, Nicole Ruhoff. The meeting is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approval of the official minutes from the May 19, 2026 regular meeting
- Receive bi-monthly update from CHS Administrator Nicole Ruhoff
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Sherburne County Board Meeting September 15, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
September 15, 2026
Community Health Board Meeting Agenda
1.
10:50am Call to Order
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Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2.
10:51am Agenda
10:51am 1
Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from the May 19th, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Community
Health Board.
10:52am 2
Receive the Community Health Services Administrator's Bi-Monthly Update.
Nicole Ruhoff, CHS Administrator
3.
11:25am Adjourn Community Health Board Meeting
Upcoming Meetings
November 17, 2026, Community Health Board Meeting, County Board Room
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board of Commissioners holds workshop on budget and zoning bylaws
The Board conducted a workshop meeting to discuss the 2027 Budget & Levy and a proposed ordinance amendment regarding the Board of Adjustment. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.
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Sherburne County Workshop Meeting, September 15, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
September 15, 2026
County Board Workshop Minutes
1.
11:13am Open Workshop
The Board of Commissioners reconvened and opened the Workshop meeting in the County Board Room.
11:13am 1
Sherburne County Board of Adjustment Bylaws and Membership
Discussion
Planning & Zoning
Marc Schneider, Zoning Administrator
Staff seeked feedback on an Ordinance Amendment that would establish a 5-member Board of
Adjustment versus a 7-member Board in the coming year and proposed amendments to the
existing Bylaws to reflect this change.
11:13am 2
Continue Discussion on the 2027 Budget & Levy.
Administration
Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator, Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
The Board continued discussion on the Draft 2027 Budget & Levy.
2.
11:35am Adjourn Workshop
Raeanne Danielowski, Board Chairperson
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Date
Date
Raeanne Danielowski (Oct 6, 2026 22:06:13 CDT)
Raeanne Danielowski
10/06/2026
10/06/2026
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA to consider SBDC funding and revolving loan fund language changes
The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will review a $5,000 allocation request for the Central Region Small Business Development Center. The board will also consider updates to the Revolving Loan Fund loan language and discuss the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan.
- $5,000 allocation request for Central Region SBDC
- Proposed changes to Revolving Loan Fund loan language
- Discussion of 2026-2030 Sherburne County EDA Strategic Plan
- Presentation from MN DEED Director Carla Vita
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✓ Decided: EDA approves changes to Revolving Loan Fund policy language
The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority approved changes to its Revolving Loan Fund loan policy language, and approved its August 6, 2026 minutes and the meeting agenda. The board received presentations on Energy Transition and Child Care and on a $5,000 allocation request from the Central Region Small Business Development Center, but the minutes do not record a decision on the allocation. Discussion of potential updates to the 2026-2030 EDA Strategic Plan was continued to the October meeting.
- Approved August 6, 2026 EDA meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved changes to the Revolving Loan Fund Policy Language (unanimous)
- Continued discussion of 2026-2030 EDA Strategic Plan updates to the October meeting
- Adjourned the meeting at 9:36 a.m. (unanimous)
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Sherburne County Economic Development Authority Meeting September 3, 2026
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Sherburne County Economic Development Authority
September 3, 2026
Agenda
1.
8:00am Call to Order
8:00am 1
Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from August 6, 2026, Regular Meeting of the County Board.
8:01am 2
Consider Approval of the Proposed Agenda for the September 3, 2026 Economic Development Authority
Board Meeting.
Ken Geroux, Chair EDA Board
2.
8:02am Regular Agenda
8:02am 1
Receive Presentation from MN DEED's Director of Child Care and Community Services- Carla Vita.
Carla Vita
8:20am 2
Receive a Presentation from Central Region Small Business Development Center's Executive Director- Mike
Heen and Consider the Central Region SBDC $5,000 Allocation Request.
Mike Heen
8:35am 3
Review and Consider Approval of Changes to Revolving Loan Fund Loan Language.
Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator
8:40am 4
Discuss Potential Updates to 2026-2030 Sherburne County EDA Strategic Plan.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
3.
9:05am Announcements
9:05am 1
Receive Updates from EDA Board Member- Greta Stark-Kraker (Central Minnesota Community Foundation).
Greta Stark-Kraker
9:15am 2
Receive EDA Executive Director Updates.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
9:18am 3
Receive Sherburne County Planning and Zoning Department Updates.
Marc Schneider, County Planner, M …
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September 3, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Minutes
1. 8:00am Call to Order
At 8:00 a.m. the Meeting was called to order by Ken Geroux.
Board Members present were Ken Geroux, Raeanne Danielowski, Andrew Hulse, Laura Kangas, Greta
Stark-Kraker, Todd Maloney via Teams, Andy Voller, Jared Johnson
1 Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from August 6, 2026, Regular Meeting of the County Board.
Ken Geroux, Chair EDA Board
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Sherburne County Board discusses 2027 budget and regional rail levy
The Board of Commissioners will consider the proposed 2027 Regional Rail Levy and hold a workshop to review the draft 2027 budget and levy. Other business includes staff reclassifications for the Sheriff's Office and engineering service agreements for intersection improvements.
- Proposed 2027 Regional Rail Levy
- Draft 2027 Budget & Levy review
- Intersection improvements at CSAH 1 and CSAH 33 engineering agreement with WSB
- Denial of Elk River property tax abatement for Elk River Liquor Store Project
- Reclassification of Training Deputy to Sergeant in the Sheriff's Office
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Sherburne County Board Meeting September 1, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
September 1, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1.
9:00am Call to Order
•
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
•
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2.
9:02am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
•
The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
•
It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
•
It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
•
The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time
limit may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued
following the conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
•
It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to members of the
audience;
•
Speaker handouts are public information. The County may make copies of such handouts for the public if needed;
•
The County Board Chair will ensure that the Open Forum Policy is followed.
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Sherburne County Board reviews draft 2027 budget and levy in workshop
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting on September 1, 2026, opening at 11:10am and adjourning at 11:39am. The only item was a review and discussion of the Draft 2027 Budget & Levy, presented by Assistant County Administrator Dan Weber and County Administrator Bruce Messelt. The minutes record no votes, approvals, denials, or other formal decisions — the budget and levy were discussed only, not adopted.
- Reviewed and discussed the Draft 2027 Budget & Levy (no vote recorded)
- Opened workshop at 11:10am
- Adjourned workshop at 11:39am
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Sherburne County Workshop Meeting, September 1, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
September 1, 2026
County Board Workshop Minutes
1.
11:10am Open Workshop
The Board of Commissioners reconvened and opened the Workshop meeting in the County Board Room.
11:10am 1
Review and Discuss the Draft 2027 Budget & Levy.
Administration
Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator, Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Reviewed and discussed the Draft 2027 Budget & Levy.
2.
11:39am Adjourn Workshop
Raeanne Danielowski, Board Chairperson
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Date
Date
09/15/2026
Raeanne Danielowski (Sep 15, 2026 12:49:56 CDT)
Raeanne Danielowski
09/15/2026
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 08:00
Regional Rail Authority
Regional Rail Authority to consider 2027 rail levy
The Regional Rail Authority will meet to review the proposed 2027 Regional Rail Levy. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 6, 2026, meeting.
- Approval of the proposed 2027 Regional Rail Levy
- Approval of official minutes from the January 6, 2026, meeting
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
September 1, 2026
Regional Rail Authority Meeting Agenda
1.
9:25am Call to Order
2.
9:25am Agenda
•
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
9:26am 2
Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from January 6th, 2026, Regional Rail Authority Meeting of the
County Board.
9:27am 3
Consider Approval of the Proposed Regional Rail Levy for 2027.
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator, Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator
3.
9:30am Adjourn Regional Rail Authority Meeting
Thu Aug 27, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Commissioners
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 14:30
Board of Commissioners
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board hears 2027 budget presentation from auditor-treasurer
The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting on August 4, 2026, and received the 2027 Budget Presentation from the Auditor & Treasurer Department(s), presented by Auditor Loraine Rupp. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and adjourned after the presentation.
- Received 2027 budget presentation from Auditor & Treasurer Department(s)
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
August 4, 2026 - County Board Workshop
Minutes
1.
11:48am Open Workshop
The Board of Commissioners reconvened and opened the Workshop meeting in the County Board Room.
Commissioner Danielowski attended remotely.
11:48am 1
2027 Budget - Department Presentations - Auditor and Treasurer
Department(s).
Auditor / Treasurer
Loraine Rupp, Auditor & Treasurer
Received the 2027 Budget Presentation from the Auditor & Treasurer Department(s) as
presented by Auditor Loraine Rupp.
2.
12:58pm Adjourn Workshop
Raeanne Danielowski, Board Chairperson
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Date
Date
Raeanne Danielowski (Aug 18, 2026 15:29:42 CDT)
Raeanne Danielowski
08/18/2026
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Workshop only: no formal decisions made
The Sherburne County Board held a workshop meeting on January 6, 2025, to review and discuss 2026 committee assignments, 2026 legislative strategies and regional partnerships, and county policy governing Board of Commissioners' operating rules. No formal votes or decisions were taken; the items were discussed only.
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
January 6, 2025
County Board Workshop Minutes
10:49am
The Board Chair opened the County Board Workshop Meeting.
10:49am
1
Review and Discuss 2026 Committee Assignments.
Administration
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Reviewed and discussed 2026 committee assignments.
11:00am
2
Discuss 2026 Legislative Strategies and Regional Partnerships.
Administration
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Discussed 2026 legislative strategies and regional partnerships.
11:15am
3
Review and Discuss County Policy Governing Board of Commissioners'
Operating Rules.
Administration
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Reviewed and discussed county policy governing Board of Commissioners' operating rules.
11:30am
The Board Chair adjourned the County Board Workshop Meeting
Raeanne Danielowski, Board Chairperson
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Date
Date
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County Board to consider zoning change for veterinary clinics
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, covering a consent agenda with routine approvals and a regular agenda with presentations and action items. Key items include a proposed zoning ordinance amendment to add veterinary clinics as an interim use, a resolution to acquire property for a highway safety project, and a planned restructure of Health and Human Services. The meeting also includes a closed session for a performance evaluation and a workshop on semiquincentennial events.
- Zoning ordinance amendment to add veterinary clinic as interim use
- Resolution to acquire property for County Highway 94 Safety Improvement Project
- Approval of HHS planned restructure
- Contract with Thomson Reuters (Westlaw) for County Attorney's Office
- Agreement with LHB Corp for bridge design on CSAH 11 and CSAH 16
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✓ Decided: County approves $6.4M road reconstruction contract, zoning change for vet clinics
The board approved a $6,395,955.84 contract with S.M. Hentges & Sons for County Road 44 reconstruction, contingent on MnDOT approval. It also approved a zoning amendment adding veterinary clinics as an interim use (3-1, one abstention), a $180,158 bridge design agreement, and the HHS restructure plan. All other agenda items were approved as part of the consent agenda or regular agenda.
- Approved $6,395,955.84 road reconstruction contract with S.M. Hentges & Sons (unanimous)
- Approved zoning amendment adding veterinary clinics as interim use (3-1, Felber abstaining)
- Approved $180,158 bridge design agreement with LHB Corp (unanimous)
- Approved HHS restructure plan (unanimous)
- Approved resolution to acquire property for County Highway 94 safety project (unanimous)
- Approved $3,000 K-9 unit donation from Marsella Sand and Gravel (consent agenda)
- Approved PATH grant contract with CAMHI (unanimous)
- Approved 2026 drainage assessments and ditch 29 alteration (unanimous)
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August 18, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1.
9:00am Call to Order
•
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
•
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2.
9:02am County Proclamations & Recognitions
3.
9:07am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
•
The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
•
It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
•
It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
•
The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time
limit may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued
following the conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
•
It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to members of the
audience;
•
Speaker handouts are public information. The County may make copies of such handouts for the public if needed;
•
The County Board Chair will ensure that the Open Forum Policy is followed.
Please note: Any information provided to th …
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
August 18, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1.
9:00am Call to Order
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners convened in regular session on August 18, 2026,
at the Sherburne County Government Center in the City of Elk River, MN. Call to order by the
Chair was at 9:00am.
1
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance.
2
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda.
Hulse/Felber were unanimous to approve the proposed Regular Meeting Agenda as amended
with the addition of Ditch item #4 and move Ditch Technician Report to item #5.
2.
9:02am County Proclamations & Recognitions
HHS Administrator Amanda Larson acknowledged Aging & Assessment Unit Supervisor Melissa Anderson
from Minnesota Social Services Association for Outstanding Supervisor for Region 7.
3.
9:09am Open Forum
One person spoke.
4.
9:11am Consent Agenda
Felber/Hulse were unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda as amended with the removal of item #12
to be voted on separately.
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Official Minutes from August 4th, 2026, Regular Meeting of the County
Board.
Administration
Keisha Broderick, Executive Assistant
Approved the Official Minutes from the August 4th, 2026, Regular Meeting of the County Board,
as presented.
2
Official Minutes from August 4th, 2026, Workshop Meeting of the
County Board.
Administration
Keisha Broderick, Executive …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA considers funding for Small Business Development Center and loan agreement
The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will review updates to its 2026 Strategic Plan. The body is deciding on a funding request for the Central Region Small Business Development Center and a loan subordination agreement with Sand Dunes Properties LLC.
- Funding request for Central Region Small Business Development Center
- Updated Revolving Loan Fund Subordination Agreement with Sand Dunes Properties LLC
- 2026 Sherburne County EDA Strategic Plan updates and proposed changes
- Presentation from Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Erika Camplin and Jennifer Alexander
- Sherburne County Child Care Availability Map presentation
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✓ Decided: Sherburne County EDA tables SBDC funding and approves loan agreement
The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority approved the minutes from June 4, 2026, and the August 6, 2026 meeting agenda. The board voted to table a $5,000 funding request for 2027 from the Central Region Small Business Development Center and unanimously approved an updated Revolving Loan Fund Subordination Agreement with Sand Dunes Properties LLC. Additionally, the board received several presentations and updates before adjourning.
- Approved June 4, 2026 Economic Development Authority Meeting Minutes (unanimous)
- Approved August 6, 2026 EDA meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Tabled $5,000 funding request for 2027 from Central Region Small Business Development Center (unanimous)
- Approved updated Revolving Loan Fund Subordination Agreement with Sand Dunes Properties LLC (unanimous)
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August 6, 2026
Agenda
1. 8:00am Call to Order
8:01am 1 Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from June 4, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Sherburne County
Economic Development Authority.
8:02am 2 Consider Approval of the Sherburne County Economic Development Agenda for the August 6, 2026 Regular
Meeting.
2. 8:03am Regular Agenda
8:03am 1 Receive a Presentation from Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Erika Camplin & Jennifer Alexander.
Erika Camplin, Food Business Development Administrator, MDA
8:20am 2 Receive Sherburne County's Minnesota Secretary of State's Business Snapshot Presentation.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
8:30am 3 Receive Sherburne County Child Care Availability Map Presentation.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
8:40am 4 Discuss 2026 Sherburne County EDA Strategic Plan Updates/Proposed Changes.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
8:50am 5 Consider Approval of the Central Region Small Business Development Center's Funding Request.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
8:55am 6 Consider Approval of an Updated Revolving Loan Fund Subordination Agreement with Sand Dunes
Properties LLC.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
3. 9:00am Announcements
9:00am 1 Receive Sherburne County Planning & Zoning Ordinances Update.
Marc …
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SHERBURNE Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
August 6, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1. 8:00am Call to Order
At 8:00 a.m. the Meeting was called to order by Ken Geroux.
Board Members present were Ken Geroux, Raeanne Danielowski via Teams, Andrew Hulse, Laura
Kangas, Greta Stark-Kraker, Todd Maloney, Andy Voller, Jared Johnson, Molly Ruby
1 Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from June 4, 2026, Regular Meeting of the
Sherburne County Economic Development Authority.
Motion by Andrew Hulse to approve the Sherburne County Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes of June 4, 2026, as presented. The motion was seconded by Todd Maloney. Motion carried
unanimously.
2 Consider Approval of the Sherburne County Economic Development Agenda for the
August 6, 2026 Regular Meeting.
Motion by Molly Ruby to approve the EDA Meeting Agenda, as presented. The motion was seconded by
Jared Johnson. Motion carried unanimously.
2, 8:03am Regular Agenda
1 Receive a Presentation from Minnesota Department of Agriculture's Erika Camplin &
Jennifer Alexander.
Erika Camplin, Food Business Development Administrator, MDA
Erika Camplin and Jennifer Alexander gave a presentation from the Minnesota Department of
Agriculture,
2 Receive Sherburne County's Minnesota Secretary of State's Business Snapshot
Presentation.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
Brian Fleming gave a presentation on Sherburne County's Minnesota Secretary of State's
3 Receive Sherburne County Child …
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to reappoint county surveyor and approve solid waste licenses
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will meet on August 4, 2026, to consider routine administrative actions, including reappointing the county surveyor and approving solid waste licenses for local facilities. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with multiple standard approvals and a regular agenda item on a new vehicle sales business permit.
- Reappointment of Russ Heiling as Sherburne County Surveyor
- Approval of solid waste licenses for Elk River Landfill, Inc. and Elk River Yard Waste Transfer Station
- Approval of a Modified Solid Waste License for the City of Elk River Yard Waste Transfer Station
- Approval of an Interim Use Permit for Hussin Alkhalaf’s vehicle, boat, and farm implements business
- Approval of a Preliminary and Final Simple Plat for "Moeller Oaks" by David Jurek
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✓ Decided: Board approves interim use permit for vehicle sales in Big Lake
The Sherburne County Board approved an interim use permit for Hussin Alkhalaf to sell vehicles, boats, and farm implements at 18005 198th Ave NW, Big Lake, with 12 conditions. The board also approved a preliminary and final plat for 'Moeller Oaks' in Palmer Township, and reappointed Russ Heiling as County Surveyor. A special meeting was scheduled for August 27 to address citizen concerns about the budget and property taxes.
- Approved interim use permit for vehicle sales at 18005 198th Ave NW, Big Lake (5-0)
- Approved preliminary and final plat of 'Moeller Oaks' in Palmer Township (5-0)
- Reappointed Russ Heiling as County Surveyor for term Oct 3, 2026 - Oct 3, 2030 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including warrants, licenses, and agreements (5-0)
- Scheduled special meeting for Aug 27 at 6:30pm to address budget and tax concerns
- Approved waiver for City of Elk River yard waste transfer station financial assurance
- Approved renewal of solid waste license for Elk River Landfill through Dec 31, 2031
- Approved joint powers agreement with Becker and Big Lake for emergency response unit
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August 4, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1. 9:00am Call to Order
• Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
• Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2. 9:02am County Proclamations, Recognitions & Appointments
9:02am 1 Consider Approval of the Reappointment of Russ Heiling as the Sherburne County Surveyor.
Andrew Witter, Public Works Department Head
3. 9:07am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
• The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
• The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time
limit may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued
following the conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
• It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to members of the
audience;
• Speaker handouts are public information. The County may make copies of such handouts for the public if needed;
• Th …
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
August 4, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1.
9:00am Call to Order
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners convened in regular session on August 4, 2026,
at the Sherburne County Government Center in the City of Elk River, MN. Call to order by the
Chair was at 9:00am. Commissioner Danielowksi attended the meeting virtually pursuant to
Minnesota Statute § 13D.04 Subd. 2.
1
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance.
2
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda.
Felber/Gray were unanimous to approve the Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda as presented.
Roll Call Vote: Danielowski - Aye, Gray - Aye, Hulse - Aye, Felber - Aye, Schumacher - Aye
2.
9:02am County Proclamations, Recognitions & Appointments
1
Reappointment of Russ Heiling as the Sherburne County Surveyor.
Public Works
Andrew Witter, Public Works Department Head
Gray/Felber were unanimous to approve the reappointment of Russ Heiling as the Sherburne
County Surveyor, effective October 3rd, 2026, through October 3rd, 2030.
Roll Call Vote: Gray - Aye, Danielowski - Aye, Felber - Aye, Schumacher - Aye, Hulse - Aye
3.
9:05am Open Forum
There were 5 people who spoke. The Chair announced that the Open Forum would continue after the
Employee Recognition.
6.
9:30am Employee Recognition
1
Celebrate Spring Employee Anniversary Recognition.
Administration
B …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Budget workshop continues with department presentations for FY2027
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop session to continue budget discussions for the upcoming fiscal year. Presentations from multiple departments including Community Corrections, Veterans, Court Admin, Recorder, I.T., History Center, Building Facilities, Extension, Sheriff, and HHS are scheduled throughout the day.
- 9:00 a.m. Community Corrections budget presentation
- 11:15 a.m. I.T. budget presentation
- 1:30 p.m. Sheriff budget presentation
- 2:30 p.m. HHS (Health and Human Services) budget presentation
- 12:30 p.m. Building Facilities budget presentation
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July 15th, 2026 Workshop Session/Budget Meeting Schedule Continued:
1. 9:00 a.m. Community Corrections
2. 9:30 a.m. Veterans
3. 10:00 a.m. Court Admin
4. 10:30 a.m Recorder
5. 11:00 a.m. Break
6. 11:15 a.m. I.T.
7. 11:45 a.m. History Center
8. 12:00 p.m. Lunch/Admin/Board/Econ Devl
9. 12:30 p.m. Building Facilities
10. 1:00 p.m. Extension
11. 1:30 p.m. Sheriff
12. 2:30 p.m. HHS
13. 3:30 p.m. Adjourn
Disclaimer: This agenda has been prepared to provide information regarding an upcoming meeting of the Sherburne County Board of
Commissioners. This document does not claim to be complete and is subject to change at any time.
Barrier Free: All Sherburne County Board of Commissioners meetings are accessible to the physically challenged. Attempts will be made to
accommodate any other individual need for special services. Please contact the Administrator’s Department (763) 765-3001 so necessary
arrangements can be made.
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Sherburne County Board to vote on new zoning and subdivision ordinances
The Board of Commissioners will consider adopting a new zoning ordinance, zoning map, and subdivision ordinance. Other business includes property acquisition for highway improvements and the appointment of a new Planning and Zoning Administrator.
- Adoption of Zoning Ordinance (ORD 292), Zoning Map (ORD 298), and Subdivision Ordinance (ORD 297)
- Approval of a $292,356.79 Office of Justice Programs Crisis Response Grant
- Property acquisition for the County State Aid Highway 23 Improvement Project
- Interim Use Permit for a 2.475 MW solar farm for Cedar Creek Energy
- Lowest responsive bidder approval for Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC for CSAH 4 & CR 46 Roundabout
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✓ Decided: Board adopts new zoning and subdivision ordinances
The Board of Commissioners adopted a new Zoning Ordinance (ORD 292), a new Official Zoning Map (ORD 298), and a new Subdivision Ordinance (ORD 297). Other key actions included approving a $2.18M roundabout construction contract and appointing Marc Schneider as Planning & Zoning Administrator.
- Approved $2,177,387.39 contract to Douglas-Kerr Underground, LLC for CSAH 4 & CR 46 Roundabout
- Adopted Zoning Ordinance No. 292, Zoning Map Ordinance No. 298, and Subdivision Ordinance No. 297
- Appointed Marc Schneider as Planning & Zoning Administrator
- Approved Interim Use Permit for a 2.475 MW Solar Farm for Cedar Creek Energy
- Approved $292,356.79 Office of Justice Programs Crisis Response Grant
- Approved $128,000 BNSF Crossing Surface Agreement on CSAH 8
- Tabled zoning amendment to add Veterinary Clinic as an Interim Use
- Approved liquor license renewals for Boulder Creek Wine Bar (4-1) and Briggs Lake Liquor
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July 14, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1. 9:00am Call to Order
• Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
• Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2.
County Proclamations & Recognitions
1 Consider a Proclamation Designating July 19th - 25th, 2026, as Sherburne
County Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week.
Community Corrections
3. 9:03am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
• The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
• The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time
limit may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued
following the conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
• It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to members of the
audience;
• Speaker handouts are public information. The County may make copies of such handouts for the public if needed;
• The County B …
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July 14, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1.
9:00am Call to Order
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners convened in regular session on July 14, 2026, at
the Sherburne County Government Center in the City of Elk River, MN. Call to order by the Chair
was at 9:00am.
1
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance.
2
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda.
Felber/Gray were unanimous to approve the regular meeting agenda as presented.
2.
9:02am County Proclamations & Recognitions
1
Proclamation Designating July 19th - 25th, 2026, as Sherburne County
Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week.
Community Corrections
Corey Mabis-Rowe, Director of Community Corrections
Felber/Hulse were unanimous to approve by Proclamation the Designation of July 19th - 25th,
2026, as Sherburne County Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week as presented by
Community Corrections Director Corey Mabis-Rowe. (On file.)
3.
9:07am Open Forum
There were 6 people that spoke.
4.
9:25am Consent Agenda
Schumacher/Felber were unanimous to approve of the Consent Agenda as amended with items 4.4 and
4.14 to be voted on seperately.
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Official Minutes from June 23rd, 2026, Regular Meeting of the County
Board.
Administration
Keisha Broderick, Executive Assistant
Approved the Official Minutes from the June 23rd 20 …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
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5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 12:00
Board of Commissioners
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to consider solar farm permit, zoning amendment, and rezoning
The Board will discuss the 2026 legislative recap and 2027 outlook, then consider a consent agenda with routine items including hiring FTEs, approving grants, and road projects. The regular agenda features several land-use decisions: an amendment to the zoning ordinance to allow veterinary clinics as an interim use, a comprehensive land use map amendment for a private solar field, an interim use permit for a solar farm, a rezoning from agricultural to commercial, an interim use permit for vehicle/boat/farm implement sales, and an interim use permit for a portable asphalt and concrete mixing plant. A separate ditch authority session and a workshop on solar facility decommissioning and a cannabis committee update follow.
- Consider interim use permit for solar farm - Cedar Creek Energy
- Consider rezoning from Agricultural to Commercial - Anthony & Gina Forcier
- Consider zoning ordinance amendment to add veterinary clinic as interim use
- Consider low bid award for Central Campus Asphalt Repairs
- Consider approval to hire up to 9 FTE’s for MAAFPCWDA child welfare requirements
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✓ Decided: Board approved land‑use map change for private solar field
The Sherburner County Board unanimously approved an amendment to the Comprehensive Land‑Use Map, converting 43.22 acres from Agricultural Residential to Energy Production for a private solar field. The board also approved several other items, including a $2,118,198.75 roundabout contract, a $427,924 grade‑crossing agreement with BNSF, and a $772,145 DCYF Prevention Services grant. Additional actions included a lease extension with the Soil and Water Conservation District, a proclamation for "Celebrate America" Week, and temporary over‑strength for two patrol deputy positions.
- Approved amendment to land‑use map for private solar field (unanimous)
- Approved lowest responsive bidder New Look Contracting Inc. for roundabout $2,118,198.75 (unanimous)
- Approved Grade Crossing Construction Maintenance and Easement Agreement with BNSF, total $427,924 (unanimous)
- Accepted DCYF Prevention Services Grant $772,145 for 2 child‑protection FTEs (unanimous)
- Approved lease extension with Sherburne County SWCD at $31,210 annual cost (unanimous)
- Approved proclamation designating June 29‑July 4 as "Celebrate America" Week (unanimous)
- Approved temporary over‑strength of two patrol deputy positions (unanimous)
- Approved out‑of‑state travel for Chad Hunt to National Plow Driving Skills Competition (unanimous)
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June 23, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1. 9:00am Call to Order
• Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
• Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2. 9:02am County Proclamations & Recognitions
1 Proclamation - Celebrating America's Semi-Quincentennial (250th) Birthday! Administration
3. 9:07am 2026 Legislative Recap and 2027 Legislative Outlook
9:07am 1 Discussion of 2026 State Legislative Activities and County Legislative Priorities and Outlook for 2027.
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
4. 9:37am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
• The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
• The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time
limit may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued
following the conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
• It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to …
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June 23, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1.
9:00am Call to Order
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners convened in regular session on June 23, 2026, at
the Sherburne County Government Center in the City of Elk River, MN. Call to order by the Chair
was at 9:00am.
1
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance.
2
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda.
Felber/Hulse were unanimous were approve the Regular Meeting Agenda as presented.
2.
9:02am County Proclamations & Recognitions
1
Proclamation - Celebrating America's Semi-Quincentennial (250th)
Birthday!
Administration
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Felber/Hulse were unanimous to approve a Proclamation designating the week of June 29th - July
4th as "Celebrate America" Week in Sherburne County as read by Administrator Messelt. (On file.)
3.
9:02am 2026 Legislative Recap and 2027 Legislative Outlook
1
Discussion of 2026 State Legislative Activities and County Legislative
Priorities and Outlook for 2027.
Administration
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Discussed State and Federal Legislative Activities and County Legislative Priorities and Outlook for
2027. Representative Shane Mekeland, Senator Andrew Mathews, Senator Eric Lucero and
Representative Bryan Lawrence were present.
7. 9:47am
Regular Agenda
7
Out of State Travel for Chad H …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board held workshop, provided updates; no actions taken
The Sherburner County Board held an open workshop. Staff gave updates on solar power decommissioning rates, potential property value impacts, the Cannabis Committee, and the upcoming separation of the County Auditor and Treasurer positions. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
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Sherburne County Workshop Meeting, June 23, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
June 23, 2026 - County Board Workshop
Minutes
1. 11:48am Open Workshop
The Board of Commissioners reconvened and opened the Workshop meeting in the County Board Room.
11:48am 1 Update on and Discussion Regarding Solar Power Production Facilities
and Decommissioning Requirements.
Planning & Zoning
Lynn Waytashek, Planning & Zoning Administrator
Staff discussed and provided the County Board with information relating to what other counties
charge for solar decommissioning, so that County Board can make an informed decision as to
whether they would like to increase the current decommissioning rate. Staff also reviewed recent
information utilized by the Board as it pertains to potential impacts of n ew solar power
production facilities on adjoining property values.
12:02pm 2 Update from the Sherburne County Cannabis Committee. Health & Human Services
Jennifer Pim, Assistant County Attorney III
Received an update from the Cannabis Committee.
12:46pm 3 Upcoming Separation of Auditor and Treasurer Positions and Functions. Administration
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Received an update on, discussed, and provided direction, as appropriate, regarding the
upcoming separation of County Auditor and Treasurer positions and functions.
2. 12:58pm Adjourn Workshop
Raeanne Danielowski, Board Chairperson Bruce Messelt, County Administra …
Thu Jun 4, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA to consider grant applications and 2026-2027 budget
The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will discuss the 2026-2027 economic development budget and consider approving two grant applications: a Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant and a Minnesota Housing Community Stabilization Grant. The board will also receive a presentation from the Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center and discuss potential updates to its 2026-2030 strategic plan.
- Receive Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center presentation from Tim Zipoy
- Receive and discuss 2026-2027 Economic Development Budget presentation
- Consider approving a Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant application
- Consider approving a Minnesota Housing Community Stabilization Grant proposal
- Discuss potential updates to the Sherburne County EDA 2026-2030 Strategic Plan
economic-developmentgrantsbudgethousingjobsstrategic-plan
✓ Decided: EDA approves Just Transition Fund grant application
The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority approved submitting a Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant application and authorized the Board Chair to send a letter of support for Options, Inc. The board also approved the agenda (with item #4 removed) and the May 7, 2026 minutes. Presentations were received from the Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center and on the 2026-2027 Economic Development Budget, and potential strategic plan updates were discussed for review in August.
- Approved submitting Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant application (unanimous)
- Authorized Board Chair to send letter of support for Options, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved June 4, 2026 agenda with removal of item #4 and addition of Options, Inc. update (unanimous)
- Approved May 7, 2026 EDA meeting minutes as presented (unanimous)
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Sherburne County Economic Development Authority
June 4, 2026
Agenda
1.
Call to Order
1 Consider Approval of the Official Agenda for the June 4, 2026 Economic Development Authority Board
Meeting.
2 Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from May 7th, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Economic
Development Authority.
2.
Regular Agenda
1 Receive Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center Presentation.
Tim Zipoy, CMJTS
2 Receive and Discuss 2026-2027 Economic Development Budget Presentation.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator, Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator
3 Consider Approving a Just Transition Fund Local Economy Lab Grant Application.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
4 Consider Approving MN Housing Community Stabilization Grant Proposal.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
5 Discuss Sherburne County EDA 2026-2030 Strategic Plan Potential Updates.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
3.
Announcements
1 Receive an Update from EDA Board Member- Molly Ruby (YMCA- Elk River).
Molly Ruby, EDA Board Member
2 Receive EDA Executive Director Updates.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
3 Receive Sherburne County's Commissioners' Updates.
Raeanne Danielowski, Commissioner, Andrew Hulse, Commissioner
4 Receive Updates from Community/Economic Development St …
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
June 4, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
Call to Order
At 8:00 a.m. the Meeting was called to order by Ken Geroux.
Board Members present were Ken Geroux, Raeanne Danielowski, Andrew Hulse, Laura Kangas, Greta
Stark-Kraker, Todd Maloney, Andy Voller, Jared Johnson, Molly Ruby
Consider Approval of the Official Agenda for the June 4, 2026 Economic Development Authority Board
Meeting.
Motion by Greta Stark-Kraker to approve the EDA Meeting Agenda, with the removal of item #4, MN
Housing Community Stablilization Grant, and adding an update on Options, Inc. The motion was
seconded by Andy Voller. Motion carried unanimously.
Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from May 7th, 2026, Regular Meeting of the Economic
Development Authority.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
Motion by Todd Maloney to approve the Sherburne County Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes of May 7, 2026, as presented. The motion was seconded by Jared Johnson. Motion carried
unanimously.
Regular Agenda
Receive Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center Presentation.
Tim Zipoy, CMITS
Tim Zipoy gave a presentation on the Central Minnesota Jobs and Training Center.
Receive and Discuss 2026-2027 Economic Development Budget Presentation.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator, Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator
Brian Fleming and Dan Weber discussed the 2026-2027 Economic Development Budget.
Consi …
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board workshop discussed 2027 budget priorities and project updates
The Sherburner County Board of Commissioners held a workshop where they reviewed staff recommendations for the 2027 departmental strategic budget, received updates on the jail replacement and multi‑purpose facility projects, and discussed implementation of the Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded.
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Sherburne County Workshop Meeting, June 2, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
June 2, 2026 - County Board Workshop Minutes
1. 10:49pm Open Workshop
The Board of Commissioners reconvened and opened the Workshop meeting in the Maple Conference
Room.
9:58am 1 2027 Budget Preparation - Departmental Strategic Priorities Discussion. Administration
Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator, Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Conducted Board discussion regarding 2027 Department Strategic Budget Priorities and received
and reviewed staff's recommendations for consideration of the same.
11:35am 2 Jail Replacement and HHW/Multi-Purpose Facility Project(s) Update. Sheriff
Joel Brott, County Sheriff, Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator
Received an update on the Jail Replacement and HHW/Multi-Purpose Facility Project(s), following
the outcome of the 2026 Legislative Session and current round of Federal Congressionally
Directed Spending/Community Project Funding.
11:58am 3 Discussion and Update on Implementation of the Minnesota African
American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act
(MAAFPCWDA).
Administration
Amanda Larson, HHS Director, Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Received and update on and discussed implementation of the M innesota African American
Family Preservation and Child Welfare disproportionality Act (MAAFPCWDA).
2. 12:15pm Adjourn Workshop
Raeanne Danielowski, Board …
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to consider eminent domain for CSAH 33 safety project
The Sherburne County Board will vote on a resolution authorizing property acquisition by eminent domain for the CSAH 33 Safety and Mobility Project. Other regular agenda items include amending the Eagle Lake Improvement District order, approving a solid waste license for the Elk River Yard Waste Transfer Site, and receiving updates on state and federal legislative activities. The board will also hold a workshop on the 2027 budget, jail replacement project, and implementation of the Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act.
- Consider Resolution No. 060226-AD-3294 for CSAH 33 Safety and Mobility Project and authorize eminent domain if necessary
- Consider amending the Eagle Lake Improvement District (ELID) Establishing Order
- Consider approval of a Solid Waste License for Elk River Yard Waste Transfer Site
- Consider approval of Professional Service Agreement with Bolton & Menk for CRISI and RCE grant applications
- Workshop on Jail Replacement and HHW/Multi-Purpose Facility Project(s) update
eminent-domainroadssolid-wastebudgetjailpublic-safetyenvironment
✓ Decided: Board approved $3.79 M contract for CSAH 23 reconstruction
The board approved the lowest responsive bidder, Knife River, for the $3,791,805.74 reconstruction of County State Aid Highway 23. It also approved a solid‑waste license for the City of Elk River yard‑waste transfer site by a 4‑1 vote, and unanimously authorized property acquisition for the CSAH 33 Safety and Mobility Project. Additional approvals included professional service agreements and resolutions to pursue federal rail‑infrastructure and railroad‑crossing grants.
- Approved Knife River contract $3,791,805.74 for CSAH 23 reconstruction (unanimous)
- Approved solid‑waste license for Elk River yard‑waste transfer site (4‑1)
- Approved amendment to Eagle Lake Improvement District order (unanimous)
- Approved property acquisition for CSAH 33 Safety and Mobility Project (unanimous)
- Approved professional service agreement with Bolton & Menk for CRISI grant application
- Approved professional service agreement with Bolton & Menk for RCE grant application
- Approved gambling premises permit for Santiago Lions Club event
- Approved out‑of‑state travel for Commissioner Felber to Texas NACo Rural Energy Academy
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Sherburne County Board Meeting June 2, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
June 2, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1. 9:00am Call to Order
• Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
• Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2. 9:02am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
• The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
• The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time
limit may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued
following the conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
• It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to members of the
audience;
• Speaker handouts are public information. The County may make copies of such handouts for the public if needed;
• The County Board Chair will ensure that the Open Forum Policy is followed.
Please note: Any information provided to the County Board on a matter that is subject to a public hearing will not be
considered by t …
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Sherburne County Board Meeting Minutes June 2, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
June 2, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1.
9:00am Call to Order
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners convened in regular session on June 2, 2026, at
the Sherburne County Government Center in the City of Elk River, MN. Call to order by the Chair
was at 9:00am.
1
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance.
2
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda.
Hulse/Felber were unanimous to approve the meeting agenda as presented.
2.
9:01am Open Forum
Gary Tonsager spoke.
3.
9:03am Consent Agenda
Felber/Gray were unanimous to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
1
Official Minutes from the May 19th, 2026, Regular Meeting of the
County Board.
Administration
Keisha Broderick, Executive Assistant
Approved the Official Minutes from the May 19th, 2026, Regular Meeting of the County Board, as
presented.
2
Gambling Premises Permit for the Santiago Lions Club.
Administration
Keisha Broderick, Executive Assistant
Approved a Gambling Premises Permit for the Santiago Lions Club for an event on September
26th, 2026, at Santiago Park, located at 16871 20th Street in Princeton.
3
Out of State Travel Request for Commissioner Felber.
Administration
Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator
Approved Out-of-State Travel for County Commissioner Felber to attend the NACo Rural Energy
Academy being he …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Wed May 20, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
✓ Decided: Board held workshop meeting with no formal decisions
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners opened a workshop, held a joint conversation with U.S. Department of State International Visitor Leadership Program participants, and then adjourned. No motions, approvals, or denials were recorded.
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Sherburne County Workshop Meeting, May 5, 2026
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
May 5, 2026 - County Board Workshop Minutes
1. 10:49pm Open Workshop
The Board of Commissioners reconvened and opened the Workshop meeting in the Maple Conference
Room.
10:49pm 1 Joint Conversation with U.S. Department of State International Visitor
Leadership Program Participants.
Administration
Bruce Messelt, County Administrator, Dan Weber, Assistant County Administrator, David Unze
Conducted a Joint Conversation with U.S. Department of State International Visitor Leadership
Program Participants.
2. 12:15pm Adjourn Workshop
Raeanne Danielowski, Board Chairperson Bruce Messelt, County Administrator
Date Date
Raeanne Danielowski (May 19, 2026 14:24:31 CDT)
Raeanne Danielowski
05/19/2026
05/19/2026
Tue May 19, 2026 · 09:00
Community Health Board
Board to approve minutes and a collaborative agreement.
The Community Health Board will consider approving the minutes from a previous meeting and a collaborative agreement with Benton and Stearns counties. The board will also receive a bi-monthly update from the administrator.
- Approval of March 17, 2026, meeting minutes
- Approval of Central Minnesota Alliance Collaborative Agreement
- CHS Administrator's Bi-Monthly Update
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
May 19, 2026 – Community Health Board
Meeting Agenda
1. 9:55am Call to Order
• Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2. 9:56am Agenda
9:56am 1 Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from the March 17th, 2026, Community Health Board Meeting.
Keisha Broderick, Executive Assistant
9:57am 2 Consider Approval of the Central Minnesota Alliance Collaborative Agreement between Benton County,
Sherburne County and Stearns County.
Nicole Ruhoff, CHS Administrator
10:02am 3 Receive the CHS Administrator's Bi-Monthly Update.
Nicole Ruhoff, CHS Administrator
3. 10:15am Adjourn Community Health Board Meeting
Upcoming Meetings
September 15, 2026 - County Board Room
November 17, 2026 - County Board Room
Tue May 19, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to consider lease extension, building repairs, and labor talks
The Sherburne County Board will consider a consent agenda with routine items including a 2-year lease extension with Tri-CAP, a low bid for building exterior repairs, and approval of 2026 pavement markings. A regular agenda includes receiving the Auditor-Treasurer's monthly report and a discussion on state and federal legislative activities. The meeting will also feature a closed session for union labor negotiations.
- Consider approval of a 2-year lease extension with Tri-CAP
- Consider approval of the Building Exterior Repair low bid for Spring/Summer 2026
- Consider approval of the lowest responsive bidder for 2026 Pavement Markings, CP 71-PM-026
- Consider approval of the 2026 State of Minnesota Federal Boating Patrol Supplemental Grant
- Closed session for review and discussion of union/labor negotiations and strategies
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✓ Decided: Board approved $351K pavement markings contract and other key service agreements
The Sherburne County Board unanimously approved several service contracts, including a $351,200.11 pavement markings contract and a $49,900 masonry repair contract for the Government Center. It also approved a lease extension with Tri‑CAP, a $150,600 jail painting contract, wage‑adjustment MOUs, and multiple position reclassifications. Additional approvals covered a $5,500 boating safety grant and a $2,669 conference travel expense.
- Approved lease extension with Tri‑CAP for Jackson Street Facility (2027‑2028) (unanimous)
- Approved reorganization of the Building Facilities Division and a $1,495 monthly custodial contract amendment (unanimous)
- Approved $49,900 masonry repair contract with Caulkers Co., Inc. for Government Center (unanimous)
- Approved $351,200.11 pavement markings contract with Sir Lines‑A‑Lot, LLC (Project CP 71‑PM‑026) (unanimous)
- Approved wage‑adjustment MOUs with Minnesota Public Employees Association and Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved reclassification of multiple county positions across several departments (unanimous)
- Approved $150,600 painting contract with Almost Free Painting for County Jail (unanimous)
- Approved $5,500 State of Minnesota Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Patrol Grant (unanimous)
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
May 19, 2026 - County Board Meeting
Agenda
1. 9:00am Call to Order
• Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
• Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda
2. 9:02am County Proclamations, Recognitions & Celebrations
9:02am 1 Consider Approval of a Proclamation Declaring May 2026 as Foster Care Month and Receive the
Announcement of Award Winners.
Mitchell Fennell, HHS Supervisor
3. 9:12am Open Forum - Please sign up at the table in the back of the Board Room
• The purpose of the Open Forum section of the County Board Meeting is to allow public input and/or information to
be presented to the Board that does not require action by the Board;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from personal attacks of any kind against another person, commissioner, or
employee;
• It is requested that speakers refrain from campaign-type presentations;
• The time limit is three (3) minutes per speaker, with a maximum of five (5) speakers per Open Forum. The time limit
may be shortened or extended at the discretion of the Board Chair. The Open Forum may be continued following the
conclusion of the regular Board business meeting agenda items.
• It is requested that all input or information be addressed to the Board of Commissioners and not to members of the
audience;
• Speaker handouts are public information. The County may make copies of such handouts for the publ …
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Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
May 19, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1.
9:00am Call to Order
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners convened in regular session on May 19, 2026, at
the Sherburne County Government Center in the City of Elk River, MN. Call to order by the Chair
was at 9:00am.
1
Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance.
2
Approval of Regular Meeting Proposed Agenda.
Schumacher/Felber were unanimous to approve the Regular Meeting Agenda as presented.
2.
9:01am County Proclamations, Recognitions & Celebrations
9:01am 1
Proclamation Declaring May 2026 as Foster Care Month and Receive
the Announcement of Award Winners.
Health & Human Services
Mitchell Fennell, HHS Supervisor
Gray/Hulse were unanimous to approve a Proclamation Declaring May 2026 as Foster Care Month
and received the Announcement of Award Winners.
Case Aide Lisa Hollom presented the Foster Youth of the Year award honoring Hailey Dobel.
Social Worker Nathaniel Hines presented the Adult Foster Care Provider of the Year award to
Kevin Heidelberger.
Social Worker Chelsea Doherty presented the Child Foster Care Provider of the Year honoring
Jessica and Bill Warzecha.
HHS Supervisor Mitchell Fennell also recognized the longevity for child and adult foster care
providers within Sherburne County.
3.
9:15am Open Forum
Linda Schultz, Brenda Hansen and Gary Tonsager spok …
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Consent Agenda
5 yea
Andrew Hulse yea · Raeanne Danielowski yea · Gregg Felber yea · Gary Gray yea · Brad Schumacher yea
Thu May 7, 2026 · 08:00
Economic Development Authority
EDA receives presentations on MCPP, Elk River economy, housing workshop
The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will hear presentations on the Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP) and from Elk River's economic development department, discuss a 2026 housing workshop/summit, and receive an update from Arvig. No final decisions or votes on proposals appear on the agenda; the meeting is focused on information sharing.
- Presentation on the Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP) by Greg Krenz
- Presentation from the City of Elk River's Economic Development Department by Brent O'Neil and Joshua Mollan
- Discussion on the 2026 Sherburne County Housing Workshop/Summit
- Arvig update/presentation by EDA Board Member Laura Kangas
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✓ Decided: Board approved agenda and prior minutes; meeting adjourned
The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the Economic Development Authority meeting agenda for May 7, 2026. They also unanimously approved the minutes from the April 2, 2026 EDA meeting. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:25 a.m. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Approved EDA meeting agenda (unanimous)
- Approved April 2, 2026 EDA minutes (unanimous)
- Adjourned meeting at 9:25 a.m. (unanimous)
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Sherburne County Economic Development Authority Meeting May 7, 2026
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Sherburne County Economic Development Authority
May 7, 2026
Agenda
1.
Call to Order
1 Consider Approval of the Sherburne County Economic Development Authority May 7th, 2026 Regular
Meeting Agenda.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
2 Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from April 2nd, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Economic
Development Authority.
2.
Regular Agenda
1 Receive a Presentation on the Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP).
Greg Krenz
2 Receive a Presentation from the City of Elk River's Economic Development Department.
Brent O'Neil, Joshua Mollan
3 2026 Sherburne County Housing Workshop/Summit Discussion.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
4 Receive an Arvig Update/Presentation.
Laura Kangas, EDA Board Member
3.
Announcements
1 Receive EDA Executive Director Updates.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
2 Receive Sherburne County's Commissioners' Updates.
Raeanne Danielowski, Commissioner, Andrew Hulse, Commissioner
3 Receive Updates from Community/Economic Development Staff from Sherburne County Cities.
4.
Adjourn Regular Meeting
Upcoming Meetings
June 4th, 2026- Economic Development Authority Meeting
July- No Economic Development Authority Meeting
August 6th, 2026- Economic Development Authority Meeting
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SHERBURNE Sherburne County Board of Commissioners
May 7, 2026 - County Board Meeting Minutes
1. Call to Order
At 8:00 a.m. the meeting was called to order by Ken Geroux.
Board Members present were Ken Geroux, Raeanne Danielowski, Andrew Hulse, Laura Kangas, Greta
Stark-Kraker, Todd Maloney
1 Consider Approval of the Sherburne County Economic Development Authority May 7th, 2026 Regular
Meeting Agenda.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
Motion by Laura Kangas to approve the EDA Meeting Agenda, as presented. The motion was seconded
by Andrew Hulse. Motion carried unanimously.
2 Consider Approval of the Official Minutes from April 2nd, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Economic
Development Authority.
Brian Fleming, Economic Development Coordinator
Motion by Todd Maloney to approve the Sherburne County Economic Development Authority Meeting
Minutes of April 2, 2026, as presented. The motion was seconded by Raeanne Danielowski. Motion
carried unanimously.
2. Regular Agenda
1 Receive a Presentation on the Minnesota City Participation Program (MCPP). Administration
Greg Krenz
Greg Krenz was present to give a presentation on the Minnesota City Participation Program.
2 Receive a Presentation from the City of Elk River's Economic Development Department.
Brent O'Neil, Joshua Mollan
Brent O'Neil and Joshua Mollan gave a presentation on Economic Development Activities in Elk River.
3 2026 Sherburne County Housing Workshop/Summit Discussion.
Brian Fleming, Economic Develop …
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🌐 County-level context (Sherburne County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration+118 people (+$5.1M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)2 ({"Flood": 4, "Severe Storm": 2, "Biological": 2, "Drought": · last Tue Apr 7, 2020)
Traffic fatalities11 (2024)
Business establishments2,251 (24,222 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,685/mo (662 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy9.8% (low numeracy 16% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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319
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$119.1M
Spending$136.7M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$38.7M
Debt-to-revenue0.33×
Debt-load index58 / 100
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