Sherburne County public meetings in 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will vote on the 2025 Annual Budget and associated levies. It will also set salaries for county elected officials and commissioners for 2025. Additional items include approvals of zoning permits, a law enforcement services contract, and a conditional use permit for communication towers.

• Approve the 2025 Annual Budget and Associated Annual Levies
• Approve Resolution No. 121724-AD-3183 establishing 2025 County elected official salaries
• Approve Resolution No. 121724-AD-3171 establishing 2025 salaries for County Commissioners
• Approve a Conditional Use Permit for communication towers and antennas for Xcel Energy
• Approve a Law Enforcement Services Contract with the City of Zimmerman

The Sherburne County Board approved the 2025 budget, property tax levy, and regional rail levy, and set salaries for county officials and commissioners. They also approved numerous contracts, grants, and land-use permits, including a $74,900 cybersecurity agreement and several interim use permits for home businesses and solar-related operations.

• Adopted 2025 budget, certified property tax levy, and regional rail levy (unanimous)
• Set 2025 county commissioner salary at $59,112 (2.5% increase)
• Approved $74,900 Rapid-7 cybersecurity SIEM/SOC agreement
• Approved $120,814 state grant for cannabis and substance use prevention
• Approved YMCA drop-in child care contract up to $65,000 for 2025
• Approved interim use permit for Xcel Energy solar business (4-0, Gray abstained)
• Approved interim use permit for Acorn Mini Storage name change
• Approved law enforcement services contract with City of Zimmerman through 2026

Regional Rail Authority

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will approve the Regional Rail Authority meeting minutes from September 3, 2024. Afterwards, the board will consider approval and certification of the 2025 Regional Rail Authority levy.

• Approve Regional Rail Authority meeting minutes from September 3, 2024
• Consider approval and certification of the 2025 Regional Rail Authority levy

The Sherburne County Regional Rail Authority approved its agenda, meeting minutes, and a resolution certifying the 2025 property tax levy at $0. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved proposed agenda for December 17, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Regional Rail Authority meeting minutes from September 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 121724-RRA-59 certifying 2025 property tax levy at $0 (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will receive updates on the Northland Reliability Project and Connexus Energy. The meeting includes decisions on various grant acceptances, professional service agreements, and the sale of county property.

• Resolution #120324-AD-3071 to accept the highest proposal for the purchase of County Property
• Professional Services Agreement with Houston Engineering Inc. for 2025 consulting
• Master Services and Purchasing Agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for new Tasers
• Proposed amendments to the Solid Waste Management Ordinance
• Approval of 2025 compensation/per diem rates for Volunteer/Citizen Committees

The Board of Commissioners approved a 10-year agreement with Axon Enterprises, Inc. to purchase and service 112 tasers for the Sheriff's Office. Commissioners also accepted several state grants for public health and veteran services, and set the board meeting dates for January 2025.

• Approved $991,670.51 contract for 112 Sheriff's Office tasers
• Accepted $430,825 MN Department of Health grant for family home visiting
• Accepted $276,898 HHS grant for community support programs
• Approved $371,442 public health grant agreement for 2025-2029
• Accepted $15,000 veteran services operational grant
• Approved $18,100 sale of county property
• Set January 2025 board meetings for Jan 7 and Jan 21
• Approved 2025 per diem rate of $50 for volunteer committees

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board held a workshop meeting on December 3, 2024, with no formal votes or decisions. Staff presented proposed amendments to the Solid Waste Management Ordinance, and the Health & Human Services Director provided an update on the Minnesota African American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act (MAAFPA). The meeting adjourned without any substantive action.

• No formal decisions made; workshop only

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing and consider ordinances regarding the regulation and registration of cannabis and hemp edible retail businesses. The meeting also includes several infrastructure and zoning decisions via a consent agenda.

• Public hearing and ordinance for cannabis retail and lower-potency hemp edible businesses
• Real estate purchase agreement for total taking of 19054 Meadowvale Road NW, Elk River
• MnDOT Grant Agreement for the Hwy 169 and CSAH 4 Interchange Project
• Zoning ordinance amendments regarding solar-related business (Xcel Energy) and cannabis businesses
• Agreement for prosecution services with the City of Baldwin

The board approved an ordinance regulating and registering cannabis retail and lower-potency hemp edible businesses, along with amendments to zoning ordinances for cannabis-related businesses and a solar farm related business. It also approved an interim use permit for a haunted trail event with conditions, and a contract with AVIVO for employment training services. The meeting included a public hearing on the cannabis ordinance with no public comments.

• Approved ordinance regulating cannabis retail and lower-potency hemp edible businesses (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment for cannabis-related businesses (unanimous)
• Approved zoning ordinance amendment for solar farm related business (unanimous, Gray abstained)
• Approved interim use permit for haunted trail event at 24324 169th St NW, Big Lake (4-1)
• Approved $386,270 contract with AVIVO for MFIP/DWP employment services
• Approved $2,395,498 LRIP grant agreement for Hwy 169 and CSAH 4 interchange project
• Approved $83,201 agreement with Paladin Technologies for camera system upgrades
• Approved acceptance of 48 decommissioned Xcel Energy warning sirens

Regional Rail Authority

The Community Health Board is meeting to review an agreement amendment with the MN Department of Health. The board will also receive a bimonthly update from the Community Health Services Administrator.

• Amendment to the Agreement between the MN Department of Health and Sherburne County for Children and Youth with Special Health Needs

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will approve routine warrants, grant agreements, and a public hearing for cannabis retail regulations. The meeting includes updates on cybersecurity and the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Approval of warrants and donations
• Approval of ARPA expenditures and AI standards policy
• Public hearing on cannabis retail regulations
• Approval of CSAH 4 roundabouts and trail construction
• Approval of IIJA technical assistance grants

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners approved multiple consent and regular agenda items, including a $3,728,044.50 construction contract for roundabouts and trails on CSAH 4. The board also set a public hearing for November 19, 2024, to consider an ordinance regulating cannabis and hemp edible retail businesses, and accepted various grants and policy updates.

• Approved CSAH 4 roundabout and trail construction contract to New Look Contracting Inc. ($3,728,044.50)
• Set public hearing for November 19, 2024, on cannabis and hemp retail business ordinance
• Approved agreement with TC2 for CSAH 1 Corridor Study ($200,892)
• Approved Cost Share Agreement with City of Zimmerman for CSAH 4 improvements ($609,800.86 estimate)
• Approved BNSF Grade Crossing Construction Maintenance and Easement Agreement for County Road 65 ($243,105 estimate)
• Approved administration and human resources department restructure
• Approved Public Artificial Intelligence Standards Policy

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board held a workshop meeting on October 1, 2024, where they received an update on the county's response to amended Minnesota cannabis legislation and held a discussion, providing directions to staff. They also reviewed proposed 2024-25 goals for the County Administrator and provided input. No formal votes or final decisions were made; the meeting was for discussion and direction only.

• Received update on cannabis legislation response and provided directions (no vote)
• Reviewed proposed 2024-25 County Administrator goals and provided input (no vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider a consent agenda that includes routine approvals and several policy items. Major decisions include a budget amendment to increase funding for the Low Interest Loan Program for failing septic systems, approval of a MNDOT agency agreement for advance construction federal funds, and acceptance of a Toward Zero Death Safe Roads grant. The board will also review several zoning permits and a proposal for a permanent household hazardous waste facility. An open forum will allow public comments that do not require board action.

• Budget amendment to increase funding for the Low Interest Loan Program for failing septic systems (Planning & Zoning).
• Resolution No. 101524-AD-3162 and MNDOT Agency Agreement (Contract No. 1057479) for advance construction federal funds for Project SP 071-604-038/071-090-006 (Public Works).
• Approval and acceptance of the 2024-25 Toward Zero Death (TZD) Safe Roads Grant (Sheriff).
• Conditional Use Permit for a Personal Storage Structure – Richard Achman (Planning & Zoning).
• Interim Use Permit for an occasional special event – Haunted Trail (Brent Bahr) (Planning & Zoning).

The Sherburne County Board approved a $4,005,824 MnDOT advance construction agreement for two road projects, increased septic loan funding to $950,000, and approved multiple land-use permits. They also tabled a haunted trail permit pending additional safety conditions.

• Approved MnDOT advance construction agreement for projects SP 71-604-038 & SP 71-090-006 ($4,005,824)
• Increased Low Interest Loan Program for failing septic systems from $750,000 to $950,000
• Approved Child and Teen Check-Up amendment with MN DHS ($198,061)
• Approved BreezyNotes EHR and billing agreement for HHS mental health services
• Approved Buck Point preliminary and final simple plat (1 lot, 40.45 acres)
• Approved conditional use permit for personal storage structure (Richard Achman)
• Approved conditional use permit for mini storage (Kristin Pfaff)
• Tabled interim use permit for haunted trail (Brent Bahr) until Nov 19

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners held a workshop on October 15, 2024, but took no substantive actions. The only agenda item, an update on cybersecurity efforts, was postponed by consensus to a future date. The meeting adjourned shortly after opening.

• Rescheduled cybersecurity workshop to a future date (consensus)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board held a workshop meeting on September 17, 2024, with no formal votes or decisions. They discussed upcoming road reconstruction projects and received an update on the county's response to amended cannabis legislation, providing direction to staff as requested.

• Discussed upcoming road reconstruction projects (no action)
• Received cannabis legislation update and provided staff direction (no formal vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to consider revisions to the All Services and Fee Schedule. The meeting also includes a review of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures and a workshop on cannabis legislation.

• Public hearing on revisions to All Services and Fee Schedule
• Approval of recommended American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures
• Approval of advertising for bids for sale of County Owned Property
• Appointment of Commissioner(s) to the Local Mental Health Advisory Council
• Renewal of Santiago Lions Club MN Legal Gambling Premises Permit

The Sherburne County Board approved revisions to the All Services and Fee Schedule, affecting multiple departments, and approved several ARPA-related expenditures totaling $129,768.05. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included appointments, a property sale authorization, and various administrative items. No other substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Approved revisions to All Services and Fee Schedule (unanimous)
• Approved HR Business Partner 2025 Costs at $22,768.05 (unanimous)
• Approved IT SEIM Project at $53,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Cybersecurity Insurance at $54,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes, property sale authorization, and appointments (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Commissioner Fobbe to Local Mental Health Advisory Council
• Approved gambling premises permit renewal for Santiago Lions Club
• Approved HHS IFS Warrants totaling $27,461.34

Community Health Board

The Sherburner County Board will first approve the Community Health Board meeting minutes from May 21, 2024. It will then consider accepting funding for the Women, Infants, Children (WIC) Peer Breastfeeding Support Program for fiscal year 2025 from the Minnesota Department of Health. Finally, the board will receive a bimonthly update from the Community Health Services Administrator.

• Approve Community Health Board meeting minutes from May 21, 2024
• Consider acceptance of WIC Peer Breastfeeding Support Program funding for FY2025 from the Minnesota Department of Health
• Receive Community Health Services Administrators' bimonthly update

The Sherburne County Community Health Board approved its agenda and prior meeting minutes, accepted a $59,189 state grant for the WIC Peer Breastfeeding Support Program for fiscal year 2025, and received the Community Health Services Administrator's bimonthly update. All actions were unanimous.

• Approved Community Health Board meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted $59,189 WIC Peer Breastfeeding Support Program funding from MN Dept. of Health for FY2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Community Health Services Administrator's bimonthly update (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider the preliminary 2025 general levy and budgets for the Three Lake and Eagle Lake Improvement Districts. The meeting includes several public works agreements and a workshop on road reconstruction and cannabis legislation.

• Resolution No. 091724-AD-3159 certifying the Preliminary 2025 General Levy
• 2025 Budgets for Three Lake and Eagle Lake Improvement Districts
• 5-year lease with Windstream Communications
• Amended agreement with TKDA Engineering for County Road 44 Design Phase Services
• Professional Services Agreement with All State Communications for security cameras at Grams and Island View Parks

The board approved the preliminary 2025 property tax levy of $62,765,982, along with budgets for the Three Lake and Eagle Lake Improvement Districts. It also approved a consent agenda covering leases, contracts, grants, and travel, and accepted the August 2024 auditor-treasurer's report.

• Approved Resolution No. 091724-AD-3159 certifying preliminary 2025 levy at $62,765,982 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget for Three Lake Improvement District (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 budget for Eagle Lake Improvement District (unanimous)
• Approved 5-year lease with Windstream Communications at $1,140/month (consent)
• Approved amended agreement with TKDA Engineering for $93,382 for County Road 44 design (consent)
• Approved $3,000 grant for child foster care and kinship providers (consent)
• Approved out-of-state travel for GIS conference in Palm Springs, CA, estimated $3,710 (consent)
• Approved professional services agreement for security cameras at Grams and Island View Parks, $2,400/year (consent)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the Local Option Sales Tax for Transportation and then vote on its adoption. The board will also consider a proposed Regional Rail Levy for 2025, the reappointment of Michelle Moen as County Assessor, and a Joint Powers Agreement with Haven Township for Planning & Zoning. Additional routine items on the consent agenda include minutes, performance evaluations, travel approvals and reimbursements.

• Adopt Resolution No. 090324-AD-3156 to create a local option sales tax for transportation
• Approve the Proposed Regional Rail Levy for 2025
• Reappoint Michelle Moen as Sherburne County Assessor
• Approve a Joint Powers Agreement with Haven Township for Planning & Zoning
• Approve reimbursement to Becker Boy Scout Troop 92

The Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 090324-AD-3156 adopting the Local Option Sales Tax for Transportation, following a public hearing with no comments. They also set the preliminary 2025 Regional Rail Authority levy at $0, reappointed Michelle Moen as County Assessor, and approved the consent agenda including warrants and a joint powers agreement with Haven Township.

• Adopted Local Option Sales Tax for Transportation (unanimous)
• Set preliminary 2025 Regional Rail Authority levy at $0 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Michelle Moen as County Assessor for 2025-2028 (unanimous)
• Approved County Administrator performance rating 'Exceeds Standards'
• Approved warrants totaling $3,652,986.08 for August 16-23, 2024
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with Haven Township for gravel mine EAW/EIS
• Approved reimbursement of $490 to Becker Boy Scout Troop 92
• Approved extension of State and Federal Representation Agreements (unanimous)

Regional Rail Authority

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will meet on September 3, 2024 for a Regional Rail Authority session. Commissioners will vote on approving the minutes from the January 2, 2024 Regional Rail Authority meeting. They will consider approving a proposed regional rail levy for 2025. They will also consider approving the turnback of property 65-00020-3302 to the Minnesota Department of Transportation.

• Approve Regional Rail Authority meeting minutes from Jan 2 2024
• Consider approval of proposed Regional Rail Levy for 2025
• Consider approval to turn back property 65-00020-3302 to Minnesota Department of Transportation

The Sherburne County Regional Rail Authority approved a preliminary 2025 levy of $0, approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes, and released a property to the MN Department of Transportation. All actions were unanimous.

• Approved agenda for September 3, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from January 2, 2024 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 090324-RRA-58 setting preliminary 2025 levy at $0 (unanimous)
• Approved release (turnback) of property 65-00020-3302 at 770 Humboldt Drive, Big Lake to MN DOT (unanimous)

Regional Rail Authority

The Sherburne County Board held a workshop meeting on September 3, 2024, receiving an overview and discussion on Minnesota Cannabis Legislation. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational only.

• Received overview of amended cannabis legislation (no vote)
• Held discussion on cannabis legislation timeline (no vote)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board will consider several consent agenda items, including contracts for street lighting and road striping, construction of the Great Northern Trail through Zimmerman, and issuance of a new tobacco license. Additional items include a software support agreement amendment and a parenting‑education contract. The meeting also includes routine approvals such as minutes, warrants, and the July 2024 financial report.

• Approve lowest responsive bidder for 2024 street lighting, Mumble Strips, and striping (Public Works)
• Approve lowest responsive bidder for construction of the Great Northern Trail through Zimmerman (Public Works)
• Approve new tobacco license for JR Tobacco for 2024‑2025 (Auditor/Treasurer)
• Ratify amendment to the professional services agreement with TriMin Systems Inc. for IFS software maintenance (Auditor/Treasurer)
• Approve contract with Higher Works Collaborative for Parenting Education (Health & Human Services)

The Sherburne County Board approved multiple contracts and licenses, including a $572,397 street lighting and striping project, a $311,539.95 trail construction through Zimmerman, and a $309,411.89 amendment for CR 65 design services. They also approved a solid waste license for Rite Away Auto, additional recycling day funding, and various administrative items. The board entered a closed session for the County Administrator's performance evaluation.

• Approved Design Electric bid of $572,397 for 2024 Street Lighting, Mumble Strips & Striping (unanimous)
• Approved Douglas-Kerr Underground LLC bid of $311,539.95 for Great Northern Trail construction through Zimmerman (unanimous)
• Approved Fifth Amendment with Alliant Inc. for CR 65 Design Services, not to exceed $309,411.89 (unanimous)
• Approved solid waste license for Rite Away Auto, Inc. for one year (unanimous)
• Approved $9,627.90 additional Recycling Day funding reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved $250 donation to Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit from Gilleland Chevrolet (unanimous)
• Approved tobacco license for JR Tobacco for 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling over $3.5 million across multiple dates (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board held a workshop meeting on August 20, 2024, receiving updates and discussing future organics collection and recycling options, as well as preparations for the 2025 Proposed Budget and Preliminary Levy. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and adjourned after the discussions.

• Received update on future organics collection and recycling ideas (no action taken)
• Received update on 2025 budget and levy preparations; provided additional directions (no formal action)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several land-use permits and an amendment to the subsurface sewage treatment system zoning ordinance. The meeting also includes decisions on broadband and transportation grants and a workshop on the 2025 budget and levy preparations.

• Proposed amendment to Zoning Ordinance-Ord No 264 regarding Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems
• Resolution to prohibit parking along CSAH 4 from 10th Street West to County Road 45
• Consideration of a Conditional Use Permit for a cellular tower replacing permit # 55105
• Request for allocation of Park Dedication Fee Funds for Palmer Township
• Review of 2025 Budget and Levy preparations during the Open Workshop

The Sherburne County Board approved a $1,000,000 Community Energy Transition Grant from Minnesota DEED to complete the TH 25 Tier I Environmental Review. They also approved several resolutions, including a speed zone study on County Road 40, a parking prohibition along CSAH 4 in Zimmerman, and support for a railroad crossing elimination grant. The board approved a conditional use permit for a personal storage structure and an interim use permit for Big Lake School District recreational activities, among other items.

• Approved $1M Community Energy Transition Grant for TH 25 environmental review
• Approved resolution requesting MnDOT speed zone study on County Road 40 in Elk River
• Approved resolution prohibiting parking along CSAH 4 from 10th St W to County Rd 45 in Zimmerman
• Approved resolution supporting Railroad Crossing Elimination grant submittal
• Approved conditional use permit for personal storage structure in Clear Lake Township
• Approved interim use permit for Big Lake School District recreational activity, removing access restrictions
• Approved conditional use permit for cellular tower for Vertical Bridge S3 Assets, LLC
• Approved $20,000 Palmer Township park dedication fee allocation

Board of Commissioners

The Board held a workshop meeting to discuss administrative updates. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Discussed option to bring final plats directly to County Board for approval
• Received update and provided directions on 2025 Proposed Budget & Preliminary Levy

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop for the proposed 2025 budget and a regular meeting to decide on various county contracts, permits, and appointments. Key discussions include road reconstruction bids and environmental reviews for a proposed gravel mine.

• Lowest responsive bidder approval for County Road 65 Reconstruction and CSAH 1/15 projects
• Environmental review agreements with Holcim and WSB for the proposed Haven Gravel Mine
• Public Health Emergency Preparedness and Cities Readiness Initiative Grant of $88,734
• Appointment of Larry Fonder as Sherburne County Veterans Service Officer
• Approval of 2024-2025 liquor license renewals and a new tobacco license

The Sherburne County Board approved multiple contracts, including a $2.1 million bid for County Road 65 reconstruction and a $3.16 million bid for CSAH 1 resurfacing and bridge maintenance. They also approved a $1.6 million agreement for a new document management system, several grants, and various administrative items. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Knife River-North Central bid of $2,097,785.66 for CR 65 reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved North Valley Inc. bid of $3,163,340.95 for CSAH 1 resurfacing and CSAH 15 bridge maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved $1,625,703 agreement with Next Chapter Technology for CaseWorks EDMS (unanimous)
• Approved $200,000 amendment to Family Group Decision-Making Grant (unanimous)
• Approved $88,734 PHEP/CRI grant from MN Dept of Health (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 organics recycling grant to Becker Public Schools (unanimous)
• Approved cost agreement with Holcim for Haven Gravel Mine EAW/EIS scoping (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Larry Fonder as Veterans Service Officer (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings regarding a cannabis business moratorium and amendments to Economic Development Authority resolutions. The agenda also includes an update on the Northland Reliability Project and a discussion of upcoming budget priorities.

• Public hearing on a cannabis business moratorium
• Update on the Northland Reliability Project by Great River Energy and Minnesota Power
• Discussion of proposed budget priorities for the upcoming fiscal year
• Property acquisition for TH 169 and CSAH 4 interchange
• Appointment of the County Auditor-Treasurer

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners approved Interim Ordinance No. 278, which authorizes a study and imposes a moratorium on cannabis businesses in unincorporated areas until January 1, 2025. The board also appointed Loraine Rupp as Auditor-Treasurer, approved amendments to the Economic Development Authority enabling resolution and bylaws, and passed a consent agenda covering items such as a lease extension with Tri-CAP, tobacco license renewals, and a 3-year Microsoft licensing agreement. In a closed session, the board discussed union/labor negotiations and strategies.

• Approved Interim Ordinance No. 278 imposing moratorium on cannabis businesses until Jan 1, 2025 (unanimous)
• Appointed Loraine Rupp as Auditor-Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 062124-AD-3144 amending EDA enabling resolution (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to EDA Bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including lease extension with Tri-CAP at $43,290/year for 2025-2026
• Approved 3-year Microsoft Server Licensing Agreement for $121,763.82
• Approved Resolution No. 061824-AD-3147 affirming county participation in Sporleder vs. State of Minnesota settlement (unanimous)
• Approved May 2024 Auditor-Treasurer's financial report (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting to receive updates on two administrative items. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Received update and provided direction on Solid Waste regulation considerations
• Received update on contingency planning for St. Cloud Regional Airport as a potential disembarkment location

Regional Rail Authority

The Board held a workshop meeting to discuss county-owned land properties. No formal decisions were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several zoning ordinance amendments and land use permits. They will also consider property acquisitions for the TH 169 and CSAH 4 safety project. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on solid waste regulations and airport contingency planning.

• Property acquisition by eminent domain for TH 169 and CSAH 4 project
• Amendments to floodplain, shoreland, and zoning ordinance definitions
• Interim use permit for a home-based food truck and catering business
• Approval of the Aspen Heights Third Addition simple plat
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expenditures

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners met on June 4, 2024, and approved a range of items, including several land-use permits and zoning ordinance amendments. Notably, the Board authorized Resolution No. 060424-AD-3145 to acquire property by eminent domain for the TH 169 and CSAH 4 Safety and Mobility Interchange Project. The Board also approved an additional $16,000 for a Regional Health Equity Grant (4-1 vote) and ARPA expenditures for a 2025 Eligibility Specialist totaling $78,477.30. Most other items were approved unanimously as part of the consent agenda or regular agenda.

• Approved Resolution No. 060424-AD-3145 to authorize property acquisition by eminent domain for TH 169 and CSAH 4 Safety and Mobility Interchange Project (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Regional Health Equity Grant with Minnesota Department of Health, adding $16,000 and extending timeline to May 30, 2025 (4-1)
• Approved ARPA expenditure for 2025 Eligibility Specialist (existing ARPA position) totaling $78,477.30 (unanimous)
• Approved Interim Use Permit for Rebecca Holm for a commissary kitchen for family food truck and catering business at 24331 US Hwy 169 NW, Zimmerman, with 12 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Kodey Shaw for a personal storage structure in Big Lake Township, with 4 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for David Brambrink for a single-family home in the Commercial District in Santiago Township, with 1 condition (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary and final simple plat of 'Aspen Heights Third Addition' consisting of 2 lots in Livonia Township, with 2 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Zoning Ordinance No. 391 (Floodplain District), No. 274 (Shoreland Overlay District), No. 276 (Definitions), and No. 277 (Administration and Enforcement) (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the Community Health Board meeting minutes from March 19, 2024. The board will also receive a bimonthly update from Community Health Services Administrator Nicole Ruhoff.

• Approval of March 19, 2024, Community Health Board meeting minutes
• Bimonthly update from Community Health Services Administrator Nicole Ruhoff

The Community Health Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from March 19, 2024. The Board also received a bimonthly update from the Community Health Services Administrator.

• Approved Community Health Board Meeting Agenda (unanimous)
• Approved March 19, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several public works agreements, including road resurfacing and pavement markings. The meeting also includes reviews of the solid waste budget and park dedication fee requests from Baldwin Township.

• Joint Powers Agreement with Clear Lake Township for 74th Street resurfacing
• Amendments to the Solid Waste Budget
• Award for 2024 Pavement Markings (CP 71-PM-024)
• Baldwin Township's request for Park Dedication Fee Funds
• Joint Powers Agreement with Wright County for Project SP 88-070-087

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a $454,904 pavement marking contract and a joint road project with Wright County. It also amended the Solid Waste Budget and denied a request for park dedication funds from Baldwin Township.

• Awarded $454,904.35 pavement markings contract to Sir Lines-A-Lot LLC
• Approved $656,646 in improvements for joint construction project with Wright County
• Approved $55,831 for Central Campus asphalt repairs
• Approved $27,500 for Government Center automatic door accessibility controls
• Denied Baldwin Township's request for Park Dedication Fee funds
• Increased Solid Waste Budget for Legal Services by $175,000 and Professional Services by $250,000
• Approved 3-year lease with Trust for Public Land at $36,000 per year
• Appointed Jerome Doede as Public Health Officer for Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting consisting of a single presentation. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will decide on several land-use permits, including two solar farms and a home-based salon. The board is also reviewing administrative contracts and funding updates for crime victim services and the American Rescue Plan Act.

• Interim Use Permits for two 1 MW Solar Farms
• Conditional Use Permit for a farm related business (Coreen Pearson)
• Interim Use Permit for a home business salon (Zach Kurth)
• Master Service Agreements with Braun Intertec and American Engineering Testing
• Approval of CaseWorks for an electronic document management system in HHS

The Board approved two Interim Use Permits for 1 MW solar farms in Clear Lake and a Conditional Use Permit for a farm-related business. Other actions included approving a new electronic document management system for Health & Human Services and various grant applications.

• Approved 1 MW Solar Farm IUP for MN CSG 2019-33 LLC at 9216 River Rd SE
• Approved 1 MW Solar Farm IUP for MN CSG 2019-67 LLC at 6093 State Hwy 24 SE
• Approved Conditional Use Permit for Coreen Pearson farm-related business
• Approved Interim Use Permit for Zach Kurth home salon business
• Approved acquisition of CaseWorks EDM system for HHS
• Approved $30,000 MnDOT technical assistance grant
• Approved $5,500 Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Patrol Grant
• Approved $15,000 ARPA expenditure for Parks Natural Resource Prescribed Burn

Board of Commissioners

The Board held a workshop meeting to receive updates on mental health services and human resources. Members developed a consensus on the recruitment and appointment process for the Veteran Services Officer and Auditor-Treasurer.

• Developed consensus on recruitment processes for Veteran Services Officer and Auditor-Treasurer
• Reviewed draft job descriptions for Veteran Services Officer and Auditor-Treasurer

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review interim use permits for a 1 MW solar farm and an outdoor fitness facility. The board will also consider a professional services agreement for an environmental review of a potential gravel mine in Haven Township.

• Interim Use Permit for 1 MW Solar Farm
• Interim Use Permit for Outdoor Fitness Facility (James Lorge)
• Environmental Review agreement for potential gravel mine in Haven Township
• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Zimmerman Public Works for Great Northern Trail
• Resolution accepting the retirement of Auditor-Treasurer Diane Arnold

The Board of Commissioners approved interim use permits for a 1 MW solar farm in Clear Lake Township and an expanded outdoor fitness facility in Big Lake Township. The board also authorized $288,381 in ARPA expenditures and accepted the retirement of Auditor-Treasurer Diane Arnold.

• Approved Interim Use Permit for 1 MW Solar Farm for MN CSG 15 LLC
• Approved expanded Interim Use Permit for James Lorge outdoor fitness facility (increased capacity to 40 clients)
• Approved $288,381 in ARPA expenditures for IT, HHS, and Parks projects
• Approved $400,000 transfer to the Year-end Saving (YES) account
• Accepted the retirement of Auditor-Treasurer Diane Arnold
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Zimmerman for Great Northern Trail
• Approved agreement for Farmers Market Nutrition Program not to exceed $1,650
• Approved Professional Services Agreement for environmental review of potential gravel mine in Haven Township

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners conducted a workshop meeting consisting of updates and discussions. No substantive decisions were made during this session.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will meet to review a consent agenda of routine business and administrative approvals. The board will also receive updates on the Great River Regional Library and solid waste discussions.

• Professional Service Agreement with GTRE Commercial for Right Of Way Appraisals on County Road 44 Reconstruction Project
• Professional Services Agreement with Turf Enterprise Inc. for Phase II Deconstruction at Two Inlets Bdé Heḣáka - Omashkooz Zaaga’igaans Regional Park
• Ratification of the appointment of Assistant County Attorney Joel Whitlock
• Approval of Han's Foreign Auto & Truck Parts County Solid Waste License
• Joint Powers Agreement with the MN Department of Corrections for Prosecution Costs

The Board of Commissioners approved several professional service agreements for parks and road projects, accepted state grants for health and water safety, and issued a solid waste license to Scheerer Enterprises Inc.

• Approved $118,312 contract with Turf Enterprise Inc. for Two Inlets Regional Park
• Approved agreement with GTRE Commercial for CR 44 project appraisals
• Issued one-year solid waste license to Scheerer Enterprises Inc. (DBA Han's Foreign Auto & Truck Parts)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with MN DOC for prosecution costs up to $15,000
• Accepted $21,912 MN Department of Health grant amendment
• Accepted $15,906 State of Minnesota Boat and Water Safety Grant
• Approved contract renewal with Lutheran Social Services up to $79,053 per year
• Ratified appointment of Assistant County Attorney Joel Whitlock

Regional Rail Authority

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting to review potential options for a solid waste facility. No formal decisions were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a variety of administrative agreements and public works projects. Key discussions include updating county legislative priorities and approving grants for lake and park improvements.

• Joint Powers Agreement with City of Big Lake for State Affordable Housing Aid (SAHA) distribution
• Design engineering services agreement with LHB Corp for reconstruction of Bridge # 71511 on CSAH 16
• Resolution supporting state bonding for two inlets at Bde Hehaka - Omashkooz Zaaga'igaans Regional Park
• Resolution for partial reimbursement to townships and cities for 2024 gopher bounties
• Eagle Lake Improvement District Grant Commitment Letter

The Board approved several administrative agreements, including a $68,000 professional services contract with the City of Big Lake and a $171,307.17 IT hardware purchase. They also authorized state bonding support for the Bdé Heḣáka - Omashkooz Zaaga’igaans Regional Park and approved various warrants and reimbursements.

• Approved $2.5M state bonding support for Two Inlets at Bdé Heḣáka - Omashkooz Zaaga’igaans Regional Park
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Big Lake for affordable housing aid services (max $68,000)
• Approved $171,307.17 for annual laptop and desktop replacements
• Approved $87,099 agreement with LHB Corp for bridge # 71511 design engineering on CSAH 16
• Approved 5-year lease with Sherburne County Historical Center for $1.00 per year
• Approved $1.00 per gopher bounty reimbursement for participating towns and cities
• Approved reclassification of Planner to Water Resources Planner
• Approved updates to County Legislative Priorities

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board is meeting to review administrative reports and minutes. The board will consider accepting a regional grant agreement from the MN Department of Health.

• MRC STRONG Regional Grant Agreement between MN Department of Health and Sherburne County
• Community Health Board Meeting Minutes from January 16, 2024
• Community Health Services Administrator's Bimonthly Report

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review several interim use permits for home and commercial businesses. The board is also deciding on property acquisition for a road project and a contract for a new county telephone system.

• Resolution No. 030524-AD-3131 to acquire property for the County Road 44 Improvement Project
• Contract with Call Tower for replacement of the County Telephone Phone System
• Interim Use Permits for Bryan Hedtke (machine shop), Fly Motors LLC (vehicles/boats/farm equipment), and Nick Bergherr (sausage maker/catering)
• Amendment to Zoning Ordinance Subd 5.26 and Interim Use Permit for Karl Bekius (Elk River Composting)
• Cost share agreement with the City of Big Lake for an additional ballot counter

The Board approved several interim use permits for home and commercial businesses, including a machine shop, vehicle dealership, and composting facility. It also authorized a $227,000 contract for a new county telephone system and property acquisition for County Road 44.

• Approved $227,000 contract with Call Tower for telephone system replacement
• Approved Interim Use Permit for Bryan Hedtke machine shop
• Approved Interim Use Permit for Fly Motors LLC vehicle sales (4-0)
• Approved Interim Use Permit for Nick Bergherr sausage making/catering
• Approved Interim Use Permit for Karl Bekius yard waste composting
• Approved Resolution No. 030524-AD-3131 to acquire property for County Road 44
• Approved $185,565.08 final payment to New Look Contracting, Inc. for CSAH 13
• Approved $4,571.95 cost share agreement with City of Big Lake for ballot counter

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will meet to decide on property acquisitions for road improvements and review ARPA expenditures. The agenda includes several personnel reclassifications and contracts for public works and health services. The meeting will conclude with workshops on housing, tobacco issues, and 2025 budget preparation.

• Resolution No. 022024-AD-3129 to acquire property for County Road 83 Improvement Project
• Resolution No. 022024-AD-3130 to acquire property for County Road 65 Improvement Project
• Amended agreement with TKDA Engineering for County Road 44 Design Phase Services
• Contract for Phase II Archeology Survey for Island View Park
• Review of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) updates and recommended expenditures

The Board approved resolutions to acquire property for County Road 83 and County Road 65 improvement projects. Other actions included approving ARPA expenditures for cybersecurity and cloud costs, and restructuring Public Health Division personnel.

• Approved property acquisition for County Road 83 Improvement Project (4-1)
• Approved property acquisition for County Road 65 Improvement Project (4-1)
• Approved $54,454 for 2024 Cybersecurity Insurance via ARPA (unanimous)
• Approved $67,000 for Amazon S3 Cloud back-up costs via ARPA (unanimous)
• Approved restructuring of HHS Public Health Division personnel using non-levy funds (unanimous)
• Approved increasing Juvenile Rule 20 contract hourly rates to $150 and evaluation cap to $2,500 (unanimous)
• Approved $97,098 amended agreement with TKDA Engineering for County Road 44 design (unanimous)
• Approved $58,325 contract with 106 Group for Island View Park archaeology survey (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board conducted a workshop meeting to receive updates and information. No substantive decisions or votes were recorded during the session.

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review land plat approvals and establish election ballot boards. The meeting includes decisions on public works bids, sheriff's office staffing, and various administrative permits.

• Approval of Preliminary and Final Standard Plat for Meadow Estates South-Dan Berning-Ziegler Custom Homes
• Approval of Preliminary and Final Simple Plat for White Tail Run Second Addition- Timothy Schultz
• Lowest responsive bidder for CSAH 28 Reconstruction
• Addition of one Patrol Deputy position for City of Zimmerman Contracted Law Enforcement
• Resolution No.020624-AD-3128 to establish the Absentee Ballot Board and UOCAVA Ballot Board for 2024

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners approved a full consent agenda, including a $1,135,464.51 bid from Knife River Corporation-North Central for 2024 reconstruction of CSAH 28 from CSAH 19 to the East County Line in Baldwin Township. The board also approved the Meadow Estates South residential plat (10 lots) with 10 conditions and the White Tail Run Second Addition simple plat (3 lots). Other actions included adding one patrol deputy for Zimmerman contracted law enforcement, accepting donations, and approving a resolution establishing the 2024 Absentee Ballot Board and UOCAVA Ballot Board. The board convened a closed session on pending litigation (court file No. 23-CV-857) and then adjourned.

• Approved lowest responsive bid of $1,135,464.51 from Knife River Corporation-North Central for CSAH 28 reconstruction (CP 71-628-020)
• Approved Meadow Estates South preliminary and final standard plat (10 lots) with 10 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved White Tail Run Second Addition preliminary and final simple plat (3 lots) with 1 condition (unanimous)
• Approved adding one patrol deputy position for City of Zimmerman contracted law enforcement
• Approved Resolution No. 020624-AD-3128 establishing 2024 Absentee Ballot Board and UOCAVA Ballot Board (unanimous)
• Approved final payment of $44,680.30 to Safetyfirst Specialty Contracting Inc for Grams Park improvements phases A & B
• Approved Court Appointed Attorney Service Agreement with Hess and Jendro Law Office, P.A. (Jan 1–Jun 30, 2024)
• Approved out-of-state travel for two Sheriff's Office employees to National REP Conference in Dallas, April 28–May 2, 2024

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting to review administrative updates and facility needs. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded during this session.

• Reviewed demonstration of County Website Refresh
• Discussed potential locations for Household and Hazardous Waste and other county facilities
• Reviewed Public Health Division organizational and personnel assignments related to new funding

Board of Commissioners

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners will review recommended expenditures for the American Rescue Plan Act and a proposal to transition telephone services to a Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS) provider. The board is also considering several committee appointments and a grant for a countywide housing study.

• Consideration of ARPA update and recommended approvals and expenditures
• RFP award to Call Tower through Renodis for Unified Communications as a Service (UCaaS)
• Acceptance of a $10,000 Initiative Foundation Grant for a Countywide Housing Study
• Resolution No. 011624-AD-3127 supporting Elk River's Active Transportation Grant for the County Road 44 Pedestrian Trail
• Review of the Household Hazardous Waste Facility Feasibility Study

The Sherburne County Board of Commissioners met on January 16, 2024, and approved a consent agenda and several regular agenda items. Major approvals included a $602,000 contract for a unified communications phone system, $228,498 in American Rescue Plan Act expenses, and a $110,000 software licensing agreement. The board also made various appointments and approved out-of-state travel for sheriff's office employees.

• Approved $602,000 contract with Call Tower through Renodis for UCaaS phone system transition (unanimous)
• Approved $150,248 in ARPA funds for out-of-home placement costs (unanimous)
• Approved $78,250 in ARPA funds for HR business partner costs (unanimous)
• Approved $110,000 Hyland Onbase software licensing agreement for 2024-2026 (consent agenda)
• Approved $10,000 Initiative Foundation grant for countywide housing study (consent agenda)
• Approved out-of-state travel for 12 jail employees to mock prison riot training, estimated cost $3,064 (consent agenda)
• Approved out-of-state travel for sheriff's office employee to CALEA conference, estimated cost $2,383 (consent agenda)
• Approved Resolution No. 011624-AD-3127 supporting City of Elk River's Active Transportation Grant for County Road 44 pedestrian trail (consent agenda)

Community Health Board

The Community Health Board is meeting to review and potentially approve two agreements with the MN Department of Health. The board will also receive bimonthly updates from the Community Health Services Administrator.

• Agreement for Foundational Public Health Responsibilities Funding
• A Healthy Kids MN Agreement
• Approval of November 21, 2023 meeting minutes

The board approved two agreements with the MN Department of Health for public health funding and the Healthy Kids MN program. The board also received bimonthly updates from the Community Health Services Administrator.

• Approved $130,916 agreement with MN Department of Health for Foundational Public Health Responsibilities Funding (unanimous)
• Approved Healthy Kids MN Agreement with MN Department of Health not to exceed $6,629.08 (unanimous)
• Approved November 21, 2023 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting to receive a demonstration of the Planning & Zoning department's new permitting system. The Board also reviewed and discussed findings from a Household Hazardous Waste Facility Feasibility Study. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2024. Members will discuss several infrastructure and environmental items, including a petition to form an Eagle Lake Improvement District and road improvements in Elk River.

• Petition to approve the formation of an Eagle Lake Improvement District (ELID)
• Resolution for County Road 44 improvements in the City of Elk River
• Resolution for Becker City's Active Transportation Grant for CSAH 23 Trail
• Approval of Courts' Wing 3rd Floor Restroom Addition
• Five Year Bridge Replacement Plan (Resolution No. 010224-AD-3124)

The Board elected Commissioner Gregg Felber as Chair and Commissioner Gary Gray as Vice Chair for 2024. The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a restroom addition at the Government Center and a bridge replacement plan. Other actions included establishing an improvement district for Eagle Lake and approving various grants and warrants.

• Appointed Commissioner Gregg Felber as 2024 Board Chair (3-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Gary Gray as 2024 Vice Chair (4-0)
• Approved $40,500 bid from Kiser Construction for Courts' Wing 3rd floor restroom addition
• Approved Petition to establish the Eagle Lake Improvement District (ELID)
• Approved $215,621.14 final payment to New Look Contracting, Inc. for 2022 Zimmerman Community Trail Improvements
• Approved Resolution No. 010224-AD-3124 for the Five-Year Bridge Replacement Plan (2024-2028)
• Approved $22,757.00 Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Equipment Grant for boat, motor, and trailer
• Approved $39,822.64 maximum payment for Non-Permitted Site Residential Cleanup for 13175 Elgin Drive

Regional Rail Authority

The Sherburne County Regional Rail Authority is meeting to conduct annual organizational business. The body will elect officers and establish its 2024 meeting schedule.

• Election of 2024 Officers
• Establishment of 2024 meeting schedule
• Setting the next annual meeting for January 7, 2025

Housing & Redevelopment Authority

The Housing & Redevelopment Authority is meeting to conduct annual organizational business. The body will elect its 2024 officers and establish its meeting schedule for the year.

• Election of 2024 Officers
• Approval of 2024 meeting schedule
• Setting the next annual meeting for January 7, 2025

The Housing and Redevelopment Authority approved its 2024 meeting schedule and elected its officers. The board also set the date for the next annual meeting. No other substantive policy or funding decisions were made.

• Approved 2024 HRA officers to be the same as the County Board of Commissioners (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes from January 3, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved 2024 HRA meeting schedule to coincide with County Board meetings (5-0)
• Set next annual meeting for January 7, 2025 (5-0)

Board of Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners held a workshop meeting to review and discuss applications for the Park & Trail Advisory Committee. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.