Sherburne County, Minnesota

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Economic Development Authority

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Economic Development Authority

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Community Health Board

Economic Development Authority

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Economic Development Authority

Community Health Board

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Economic Development Authority

Board of Commissioners

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

Board of Commissioners

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

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

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.

Board of Commissioners

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

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)

Economic Development Authority

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

Board of Commissioners

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

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

Board of Commissioners

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.

Board of Commissioners

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.

Community Health Board

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

Board of Commissioners

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

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)

Economic Development Authority

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

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)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will vote on several land-use items, including an interim use permit for a solar farm and a comprehensive plan amendment for Eilers Garden LLC. Other regular agenda items include approval of a salvage yard license, a pedestrian trail grant resolution, and a legislative update. The consent agenda covers routine approvals such as minutes, warrants, contracts, and grant applications.

• Interim use permit for a solar farm (Eilers Garden LLC)
• Amendment to Comprehensive Plan Land-Use Map (Eilers Garden LLC)
• Interim use permit for manufactured home for family (Todd Schendzielos)
• Solid waste license for Import Motors, LLC Salvage Yard
• Resolution supporting pedestrian trail grant along CSAH 23

The Sherburne County Board unanimously approved the consent agenda and a series of operational items, including bingo event permits, financial warrants, and service agreements. It selected G&M Outdoor Services as the lowest responsive bidder for Two Inlets Park improvements at a cost of $1,667,816.67. Additional approvals covered a juvenile evaluation contract, a federal boating safety grant of $2,303, and an interim use permit for a manufactured home.

• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous), removing item 4.5
• Approved Carefree Country Club bingo event applications for multiple 2026 dates (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner & Manual Warrants totaling $1,654,? (unanimous) – includes $567,096.16, $316,691.77, $682,746.95, $15,221.63, $38,987.76, $23,735.71
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Katheryn Cranbrook at $175/hr (unanimous)
• Approved Lowest Responsive Bidder G&M Outdoor Services for Two Inlets Park improvements – $1,667,816.67 (unanimous)
• Approved Master Service Agreements with Braun Intertec and American Engineering Testing for 2026‑2027 testing services (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Equipment Grant – $2,303 (unanimous)
• Approved Interim Use Permit for manufactured home for Todd & Yvonne Schendzielos with five conditions (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider resolutions to deny a comprehensive plan amendment and interim use permit for a 3.5 MW solar farm (Elk River Solar) proposed by Minnesota Municipal Power Agency. Other key actions include approving a $55,500 vehicle purchase for Planning and Zoning, awarding road construction bids, issuing a solid waste license to Curbside Waste, Inc., and receiving reports on jail waste sort and landfill groundwater monitoring. A workshop will update the jail replacement project.

• Denial of Comprehensive Plan amendment and Interim Use Permit for 3.5 MW solar farm (Elk River Solar)
• Approval of payment up to $55,500 for a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 replacement vehicle for Planning and Zoning
• Consideration of lowest responsive bidder for CSAH 5 Reconditioning (SAP 71-605-036) and 2026 Edgeline Striping
• Consideration of resolution granting solid waste license to Curbside Waste, Inc. and waiver from Solid Waste Ordinance
• Workshop update on Jail Replacement Project

The board approved several financial items, including a $500 grant for the WIC‑Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program, a $2,102 payment to Houston Engineering, and a purchase of a Chevrolet Silverado up to $55,500. It denied the request to amend the Comprehensive Plan and the interim use permit for the 3.5 MW Elk River Solar farm. The board also authorized a $100,000 transfer for Phase 3 deconstruction at Two Inlets Regional Park and granted a solid‑waste waiver and license to Curbside Waste, Inc.

• Approved $500 grant for WIC‑Farmer’s Market Nutrition Program (unanimous)
• Approved $2,102 payment to Houston Engineering for landfill groundwater sampling (unanimous)
• Denied amendment to Comprehensive Plan for 3.5 MW Elk River Solar farm (Resolution No. 042126-AD-3284, approved)
• Denied interim use permit for 3.5 MW Elk River Solar farm (Resolution No. 042126-AD-3285, approved)
• Authorized purchase of Chevrolet Silverado up to $55,500 for Planning & Zoning (approved)
• Authorized $100,000 transfer for Phase 3 deconstruction at Two Inlets Regional Park (vote 4‑1, Felber abstain)
• Granted waiver from solid waste ordinance for Curbside Waste, Inc. (unanimous)
• Granted solid waste license to Curbside Waste, Inc. (unanimous)

Regional Rail Authority

The Sherburne County Board held an open workshop on April 21, 2026. The County Sheriff presented an update on the jail replacement project. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 pm.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and vote on amending the Comprehensive Land-use Map from Rural Residential to Energy Production for a private solar field. The meeting also includes discussions on the organizational structure of the St. Cloud Sky Central Airport and 2027 budget preparations.

• Public hearing and vote to amend land-use map for a private solar farm interim use permit
• Contract with Bernicks for Micro Market Vending Services from May 1, 2026, to April 30, 2031
• Agreement with Houston Engineering, Inc. for reconstruction of CSAH 23 from US 10 to Edgewood Street in Becker
• Purchase of a 33 passenger prison transport bus from Hoglund Bus Company
• Resolution No. 040726-AD-3281 to appoint the County Treasurer

The Board denied the request to amend the Comprehensive Land‑Use Map from Rural Residential to Energy Production‑Private Solar Field and rejected the associated Interim Use Permit for the solar farm (PID #10‑00113‑1300). It also approved a series of items including a snowmobile trail sponsorship resolution, a micro‑market vending contract with Bernicks, and a low‑bid water‑heater boiler replacement contract costing up to $66,500. Additional approvals covered trail design agreements, joint‑powers agreements for the Great Northern Regional Trail, and the purchase of a 33‑passenger prison transport bus.

• Denied amendment to Comprehensive Land‑Use Map for private solar field (unanimous)
• Denied Interim Use Permit for solar farm (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 040726‑AD‑3279 sponsoring Snowmobile Trails Assistance Program (unanimous)
• Approved micro‑market vending services contract with Bernicks (May 1 2026‑Apr 30 2031) (unanimous)
• Approved low‑bid contract with El‑Jay Plumbing & Heating for water‑heater boiler replacement, up to $66,500 (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Damon Farber Landscape Architects for Great Northern Trailhead design (unanimous)
• Approved joint powers agreement with Mille Lacs County and City of Princeton for Great Northern Trail alignment analysis (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 33‑passenger prison transport bus from Hoglund Bus Company (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburner County Board of Commissioners held an open workshop on April 7, 2026. Commissioners and staff discussed preparations for the 2027 budget and reviewed board communications and management strategy. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Economic Development Authority

The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will review metrics for MB Mentors' CEO Roundtables and discuss child care initiatives. The board will also receive presentations and updates regarding the City of St. Cloud EDA and the Sherburne County Business Lab.

• Approval of MB Mentors' CEO Roundtables
• Child Care Updates: Initiative Foundation Support Program and MN DEED Grant
• Sherburne County Business Lab 'Rural Innovators' membership launch
• City of St. Cloud EDA presentation
• Sherburnebiz.com traffic analytics update

The Economic Development Authority unanimously approved its meeting agenda and the March 5 minutes. It also approved a letter of support for CAER Food Shelf, Monticello Help Center and Big Lake Food Shelf. The board approved a $4,500 budget to join a tri‑county MB Mentor CEO Roundtable for "Second Stage" businesses. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for CAER Food Shelf, Monticello Help Center and Big Lake Food Shelf (unanimous)
• Approved $4,500 budget for MB Mentor CEO Roundtable participation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:23 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will first approve routine items on the consent agenda, including lease agreements, warrants, and travel requests. The regular agenda includes an update on the Great River Regional Library, approval of a simple plat for the "Wagon Trail Woods" development, and two solar‑related actions: an interim use permit for a solar farm and an amendment to the county comprehensive plan land‑use map. The meeting also features the auditor‑treasurer's monthly report and a discussion of state and federal legislative priorities.

• Approve Office Space Lease Agreement with AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP (Consent Agenda)
• Approve final payment for 2025 Highway 10 / CR 61 Intersection Improvement (Public Works)
• Approve Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of "Wagon Trail Woods" (Planning & Zoning)
• Interim Use Permit for Solar Farm – US Solar (Planning & Zoning)
• Amendment to Sherburne County Comprehensive Plan Land‑Use Map – US Solar (Planning & Zoning)

The Sherburne County Board approved a final contract payment to Landwehr Construction, Inc. for the 2025 US Highway 10 and County Road 61 intersection improvement, pending MnDOT clearance. It also approved a simple plat for the "Wagon Trail Woods" development and reappointed the County Agricultural Inspector with the 2025 report and 2026 work plan. Additional actions included approving a partial gopher‑bounty reimbursement, a revised retirement longevity pay plan, and out‑of‑state travel for county staff.

• Approved final payment for 2025 Highway 10/CR 61 Intersection Improvement (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of "Wagon Trail Woods" (unanimous)
• Reappointed County Agricultural Inspector, accepted 2025 report, approved 2026 work plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 031726‑AD‑3278 for $1 per gopher bounty reimbursement to townships (unanimous)
• Approved revisions to Personnel Rules regarding Retirement Longevity Pay Plan (unanimous)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for one Clinical Corrections Social Worker to Columbus, OH conference (unanimous)
• Approved out‑of‑state travel for two co‑responders to Dallas, TX conference (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of ongoing clothing donations by Community Corrections (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Community Health Board will meet to approve previous meeting minutes and receive a bi-monthly update from the Health and Human Services Director.

• Approval of January 20, 2026, meeting minutes
• Bi-monthly update from Community Health Services Administrator Amanda Larson

The Sherburne County Board approved the official minutes from the Community Health Board meeting held on January 20, 2026, with a unanimous vote. The board also received the Community Health Services Administrator's bi‑monthly update. The Community Health Board was adjourned and will reconvene at a later regular meeting.

• Approved Jan. 20 Community Health Board minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board met for an open workshop at 11:00 a.m. on March 17, 2026. A presentation on the 2025 human resources metrics was given by Tammy Bigelow. The workshop was adjourned at 11:47 a.m. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority will approve the minutes from the February 5, 2026 meeting and adopt the March 5, 2026 agenda. It will receive a presentation on City of Big Lake community development updates and the Annual Planning and Zoning Department report. The board will discuss MB Mentor’s CEO roundtables and consider a verbiage update to its Revolving Loan Fund policy. Additional updates will be heard from the EDA executive director, county commissioners, and community development staff before adjourning.

• Approve February 5, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approve March 5, 2026 agenda
• Presentation on City of Big Lake community development updates
• Discussion of MB Mentor’s CEO roundtables
• Consider verbiage update to Revolving Loan Fund policy

The board unanimously approved the February 5 minutes and the March 5 agenda. It also approved a verbiage update to the Revolving Loan Fund policy. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 9:29 a.m.

• Approved February 5, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March 5, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved verbiage update to Revolving Loan Fund policy (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:29 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes approvals of permits, contracts, a fund transfer, and a joint powers agreement with Wright County. On the regular agenda the board will receive energy updates, discuss a possible change to deer hunting rifle/shotgun regulations, consider a resolution to appoint the county treasurer, and decide on financing for county jail renovations and limited expansion. The meeting also includes public comment and announcements.

• Award to DSC Communications for replacing the fire and EMS countywide paging system (Sheriff)
• Joint Powers Agreement with Wright County for temporary inmate boarding at Wright County Jail (Sheriff)
• Contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services for the Keeping Families Together Program (Health & Human Services)
• Consider action(s) relating to financing of county jail renovations and limited expansion (County Sheriff & Administrator)
• Consider possible modification to deer hunting rifle/shotgun regulations (County Administrator)

The Sherburne County Board approved a Joint Powers Agreement with Wright County for temporary inmate boarding. It also awarded DSC Communications the contract to replace the countywide Fire and EMS paging system and approved a federal grant agreement for the Trunk Highway 10/CR 11 interchange. Additional approvals included a contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services, a Daikin climate‑control service agreement, and resolutions authorizing jail‑renovation financing and a 0.25% local option sales tax.

• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Wright County for temporary inmate boarding (unanimous)
• Awarded DSC Communications contract to replace Fire and EMS paging system (unanimous)
• Approved Federal Transportation Grants Technical Assistance and IIJA Discretionary Match Grant for Trunk Highway 10/CR 11 interchange (unanimous)
• Approved contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services for Keeping Families Together Program (unanimous)
• Ratified $1,067.83 transfer from General Fund to County Ditch Fund (unanimous)
• Approved 2026-2029 Daikin Climate Control Maintenance Service Agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized reimbursement of expenditures from tax‑exempt bonds for jail renovations (unanimous)
• Requested State authorization of a 0.25% local option sales tax for jail renovations (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider several routine approvals, including minutes, permits, and contracts. The key item is the approval of the recommended 2026 SCORE line-item budget. Additional items include a professional services agreement for yard waste, a certificate of closure for Central Appliance Recyclers, and resolutions on unsafe structures and county jail contracts.

• Approval of the recommended 2026 SCORE line-item budget
• Professional Services Agreement with Toft's Outdoor Supply for yard waste servicing in Zimmerman, Becker, and Big Lake
• Certificate of Closure for Central Appliance Recyclers (SWF-8)
• Resolution authorizing administration of County Jail boarding contracts
• Resolution for abatement of unsafe structures (PID 20-00402-0315)

The Sherburne County Board unanimously approved a resolution to modify the optional form of government by separating the elected auditor and treasurer offices. In the same meeting it also approved a jail‑boarding contracts resolution, a request for a speed‑zone study on CSAH 29 in Princeton, renewal of Lake State Recycling’s solid‑waste license, and the 2026 SCORE line‑item budget. All actions were recorded as approved, most by unanimous vote.

• Approved Resolution No. 021726-AD-3270 to separate auditor and treasurer positions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 021726-AD-3268 authorizing county jail boarding contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 021726-AD-3267 requesting MNDOT speed‑zone study on CSAH 29 in Princeton (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of solid‑waste license for Lake State Recycling, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved the 2026 SCORE line‑item budget (unanimous)
• Approved advertising request for bids to relocate structures at Two Inlets at Bdé Heḣáka park (unanimous)
• Approved HHS IFS Warrants dated Feb 6 2026: $248,090.20 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of 2026 Community Corrections Advisory Board members (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

Regional Rail Authority

The Board Chair opened the County Board Workshop. The board considered options for financing the county jail renovation and limited expansion, options for county elected offices and duties, and possible utilization of the CHAMP healthcare management plan. No decisions, approvals, or votes were recorded on these items. The meeting was adjourned at 11:42 am.

Economic Development Authority

The Sherburne County Economic Development Authority will first approve the minutes from its January 15, 2026 meeting. It will hear several presentations, including a report on Minnesota DCYF child‑care regulation modernization, a City of Becker economic development update, and a Sherburnebiz.com website analytics overview. The board will then consider approving an OutFront Media agreement, which awaits county attorney approval.

• Approve minutes from the January 15, 2026 Economic Development Authority Board meeting
• Presentation on MN DCYF's Child Care Regulation Modernization 2026 Legislative Report
• City of Becker Economic Development Presentation
• Consider approval of OutFront Media Agreement (pending County Attorney approval)
• Sherburnebiz.com Website Analytics Overview Presentation

The board unanimously approved the Economic Development Authority minutes from January 15, 2026. It also approved the meeting agenda with a new discussion item on Lockheed Martin. The OutFront Media agreement was approved pending County Attorney review. The meeting was adjourned at 9:24 a.m. by unanimous vote.

• Approved Jan 15, 2026 EDA meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved EDA meeting agenda with Lockheed Martin discussion addition (unanimous)
• Approved OutFront Media agreement, pending County Attorney approval (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:24 a.m. (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board Chair opened the workshop, after which the HHS Director gave an update on federal and state funding for county‑administered health and human services programs. The County Administrator then discussed options for county‑elected positions. The meeting was adjourned without any formal approvals, denials, or votes.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider approving official minutes from January 2026, professional service agreements, and warrants. The meeting also includes the approval of two simple plats and resolutions for the 2026 election.

• Approval of 2026-2030 Strategic Plan
• Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Wiley Reber Law Office
• Approval of Renewed Agreement with Palo Alto Networks
• Approval of Simple Plats for 'Creekside Woods' and 'Creekside Woods Two'
• Appointment of commissioners to the 2026 Canvassing Board

The Sherburne County Board unanimously approved the 2026‑2030 Strategic Plan, a Professional Services Agreement with Wiley Reber Law Office, and a renewal of the multi‑year Palo Alto Networks contract. It also approved a safety‑related phone services agreement with Marco, donated obsolete Sheriff radios to Hand in Hand Logistics, and added one Lead Public Service Specialist. The Board approved two simple plats for "Creekside Woods" and appointed Commissioners Hulse and Schumacher to the County Canvassing Board for the 2026 elections.

• Approved 2026‑2030 Sherburne County Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Wiley Reber Law Office (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of multi‑year agreement with Palo Alto Networks (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Marco for countywide safety‑related phone upgrades (unanimous)
• Approved donation of obsolete Sheriff’s Office radios to Hand in Hand Logistics (unanimous)
• Approved over‑strength of one Lead Public Service Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of "Creekside Woods" (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioners Hulse and Schumacher to County Canvassing Board (unanimous)

Community Health Board

The Sherburne County Community Health Board will consider approving the official minutes from its November 18, 2025 meeting. It will also receive a bi‑monthly update from the Community Health Services Administrator, Nicole Ruhoff. After these items the board will adjourn and schedule its next meeting for March 17, 2026.

The board unanimously approved the regular meeting proposed agenda. It also unanimously approved the official minutes from the November 18, 2025 Community Health Board meeting. The board received the Community Health Services Administrator’s bi‑monthly update by unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned with plans to reconvene.

• Approved regular meeting proposed agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Received bi‑monthly health services update (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting and scheduled reconvening (no vote recorded)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners held a workshop on January 20, 2026. Commissioners discussed the county policy governing the Board’s operating rules, presented by County Administrator Bruce Messelt. They also discussed U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement activities in the county, led by Commissioner Gregg Felber. The meeting was adjourned without any formal actions or votes.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider a resolution to acquire property for the County State Aid Highway 33 Improvement Project in Elk River, and will review bids for the County Jail piping replacement. It will also consider amendments to the zoning ordinance for wrecker and towing services and for solar farm prohibition, plus a professional services agreement for design work on TH 10 and CSAH 11. Additional items include routine consent‑agenda approvals and discussion of board operating rules and ICE activities.

• Resolution No. 012026-AD-3263 to acquire property for the County State Aid Highway 33 Improvement Project (Elk River)
• Review and award of bid(s) for the County Jail Piping Replacement Project
• Amendment to the Sherburne County Zoning Ordinance for “Wrecker and Towing Services”
• Amendment to the Sherburne County Zoning Ordinance on Solar Farm Prohibition
• Professional Service Agreement with Bolton & Menk for preliminary design services for TH 10 and CSAH 11

The Sherburne County Board approved the consent agenda items, including permits, agreements and warrants, by unanimous vote. It also approved a resolution to acquire property for the County State Aid Highway 33 improvement project in Elk River. The board awarded the County Jail piping replacement contract and adopted amendments to the zoning ordinance for wrecker and towing services and solar farm prohibition. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda items (permits, agreements, warrants) – unanimous
• Approved Resolution No. 012026-AD-3263 to acquire property for County State Aid Highway 33 improvement (Elk River) – unanimous
• Approved and awarded bid for County Jail piping replacement project – unanimous
• Approved Preliminary and Final Simple Plat of "Potato Sack One" – unanimous
• Approved amendment to Sherburne County Zoning Ordinance for "Wrecker and Towing Services" – unanimous
• Approved amendment to Sherburne County Zoning Ordinance on Solar Farm Prohibition – unanimous
• Approved Professional Service Agreement with Bolton & Menk for preliminary design services for TH 10 and CSAH 11 – unanimous
• Approved Legacy Grant Agreement with Minnesota DNR for Great Northern Regional Trail Project – unanimous

Economic Development Authority

The Economic Development Authority board will vote to elect its officers and to appoint the agency's executive director. It will also approve routine items such as the official newspaper, depository designations, meeting dates, and by‑law amendments. Presentations include a Greater St. Cloud update, a digital billboard proposal, and a revolving loan fund overview.

• Election of Sherburne County EDA officers
• Appointment of the Executive Director
• Approval of official newspaper and depository designations
• Presentation on OutFront Media's digital billboards
• Presentation on the Revolving Loan Fund Program

The board approved the prior meeting minutes and the agenda for this session. Officers were elected, and Brian Fleming was appointed Executive Director. Several administrative items—including the official newspaper, depository, meeting location, and schedule—were also approved unanimously.

• Approved December 18, 2025 EDA minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 15, 2026 agenda (unanimous)
• Elected Ken Geroux as EDA Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Andy Voller as EDA Vice‑Chair (unanimous)
• Appointed Brian Fleming as Executive Director (unanimous)
• Approved Patriot News as official newspaper (unanimous)
• Designated Bank of Elk River as official depository (unanimous)
• Set 2026 meeting location as Sherburne County Board Room (unanimous)

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will meet to conduct organizational business for the new year. The body will elect its 2026 officers and establish its meeting schedule.

• Election of 2026 Officers
• Approval of April 15, 2025, meeting minutes
• Approval of 2026 meeting schedule
• Setting the next annual meeting for January 5, 2027

Board of Commissioners

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2026. The body will consider property acquisitions for County Highway 80 and County Highway 94 improvement projects. Other business includes reviewing the 2026 meeting schedule and legislative strategies.

• Property acquisition for County Highway 80 and County Highway 94 improvement projects
• Resolution to petition Palmer Township to vacate a portion of 104th Ave
• Approval of the 2026 Community Outreach Program Grant with CAMHI
• Five-Year Bridge Replacement Plan designation
• Conditional Use Permit modifications for Carol Zimmerman farm-related wine business

Regional Rail Authority

The Sherburne County Regional Rail Authority will elect officers for 2026 and approve the December 16, 2025, meeting minutes. The board will also establish the meeting schedule for 2026 and set the next annual meeting for January 5, 2027.

• Election of 2026 Officers
• Approval of December 16, 2025, meeting minutes
• Establishment of 2026 meeting schedule
• Next annual meeting set for January 5, 2027