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Sibley CountyMN averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$215,000 👤 Members & officials (5)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Board of Commissioners
- Christian Lilienthal
- Keith Hennen
- Lyle Grochow
- Peter Koch
- Steve Saxton
Upcoming
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
400 Court Ave, Gaylord
Wed Oct 28, 2026 · 12:30
Board of Commissioners
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's Room
Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
400 Court Ave, Gaylord
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
400 Court Ave, Gaylord
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's Room
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 17:00
Board of Commissioners
400 Court Ave, Gaylord
Thu Dec 10, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Commissioners
400 Court Ave, Gaylord
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
400 Court Ave, Gaylord
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's Room
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's Room
Recent meetings
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Sibley County Board to discuss Sibley Estates renovations and county drainage liens
The Board of Commissioners will review kitchen renovations and a purchase agreement amendment for Sibley Estates. The meeting includes discussions on IT subscriptions, equipment purchases, and 2027 wellness contribution rates.
- Sibley Estates East & West kitchen renovations
- Fourth Amendment to Purchase Agreement of Sibley Estates
- County & Joint County Drainage Systems One Year Repair Lien Levy
- Motor Grader Purchase and Trade Unit 0703
- 2027 County Wellness Contribution rates and programming
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Approve Regular Board Proceedings of September 22, 2026
2.
Approve Claims as submitted
3.
EFT Report
4.
Foster Care Interagency Transportation Agreement - Buffalo Lake-Hector Public Schools
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5.
Quarterly Financial Reports
5.
COUNTY BUSINESS
1.
9:10 AM South Country Health Alliance Presentation to the County Board
2.
Sibley Estates East & Sibley Estates West Kitchen Renovations
3.
Fourth Amendment to Purchase Agreement of Sibley Estates
4.
Cyber-Coverage Buy-up
6.
TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1.
Motor Grader Purchase and Trade Unit 0703
7.
ALAN COLE, IT DIRECTOR
1.
VMWare - Virtual Server Environment
2.
Renew Subscription with KnowBe4
8.
JENNIE RADLOFF, AUDITOR-TREASURER
Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
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1.
County & Joint County Drainage Systems One Year Repair Lien Levy
9.
JODI COLEMAN, HR DIRECTOR
1.
Job description review
2.
Set 2027 County Wellness Contribution rates and programming.
10.
KLEA RETTMANN, …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4 yea
Peter Koch yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
4 yea
Peter Koch yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's Room
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 13:30
Ditch Drainage Authority
400 Court Ave, Gaylord
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County Board to set 2027 preliminary property tax levy and budget
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the preliminary 2027 budget and property tax levy, along with several contracts and agreements. The board will also review a road safety plan presentation and hold a workshop on the plan with city officials and MnDOT. Several routine items are on the consent agenda, including claims and a gambling permit.
- Resolution to adopt Preliminary Budget and set 2027 Preliminary Property Tax Levy
- Renewal of Umbrella DNS filtering and Duo software agreements
- Kavira Contract and County Health Insurance Contribution Rates
- Program agreement with UMN Extension for Strengthening Sibley County's Future Program
- Sibley County Road Safety Plan presentation and workshop with HDR, MnDOT, and city officials
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Approve Regular Board Proceedings of September 8, 2026
2.
Approve Claims as submitted
3.
Application for Gambling Permit - Church of St. Anne
4.
EFT Report
5.
4-H PROCLAMATION
1.
4-H Week Proclamation
6.
ALAN COLE, IT DIRECTOR
1.
Renewal of Umbrella DNS filtering (now called Secure Access DNS Essentials)
2.
Duo Renewal
3.
MNCRT Recipient of Services Agreement
7.
TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1.
Sibley County Road Safety Plan Presentation HDR & MnDOT
8.
JODI COLEMAN, HR DIRECTOR
1.
Kavira Contract
2.
County Health Insurance Contribution Rates
9.
COUNTY BUSINESS
1.
Program agreement with UMN Extension for the Strengthening Sibley County's Future
Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
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Program
2.
Library Allocations
3.
Resolution to adopt the Preliminary Budget and set the 2027 Preliminary Sibley County
Property Tax Levy
10.
ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES
11.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Hennen
Commissioner …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to consider septic system setback variance in Belle Plaine
The Sibley County Planning and Zoning Commission will meet on September 14, 2026. The primary item of business is a request for a reduced setback to a bluff for a septic system replacement.
- Variance #536: reduced bluff setback for septic system replacement at 25466 State Hwy 25, Belle Plaine
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Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's Room
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
Monday, September 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SIBLEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2.
WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
3.
APPROVE THE MINUTES
A.
Board of Adjustment August 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4.
NEW BUSINESS
A.
Variance #536: Consider the application for Variance #536 for a reduced setback to a bluff
for a septic system replacement in the Suburban Residence district on the property located
at 25466 State Hwy 25 Belle Plaine, MN 56011 PID 13.2531.000.
5.
STAFF UPDATE
6.
ADJOURNMENT
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 10:45
Commissioners' Workshop
Sheriff staffing and county budget on workshop agenda
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss Sheriff's Office staffing and a county budget discussion led by the County Administrator. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda consists of these two discussion items.
- Discussion of Sheriff's Office staffing
- County budget discussion led by County Administrator Marilee Peterson
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 10:45 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1.
PAT NIENABER, SHERIFF
1.
Staffing of the Sheriff's Office
2.
MARILEE PETERSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1.
Budget discussion
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County board to approve $270K flood project payment, new squads
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will consider routine approvals including consent agenda items, a final payment for a flood improvement project, and the purchase of two new sheriff's vehicles. They will also review job descriptions, approve a new trusted submitter for the recorder's office, set non-union salary scales, and receive updates on the MnDOT Capital Highway Improvement Plan.
- Authorize final payment of $270,556.34 to Mathiowetz Construction for CP 1179 CSAH 6 Flood Improvement project
- Request approval to order two 2027 Dodge Durango squads from Dodge of Burnsville per state contract
- Approve non-union COLA and 2027, 2028 Salary Scales
- Approve a new trusted submitter for County Recorder
- MnDOT Capital Highway Improvement Plan (CHIP) Update
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Approve Regular Board Proceedings of August 25, 2026
2.
Approve Claims as submitted
3.
EFT Report
4.
CUP Renewals
5.
INTRODUCTION
1.
Introduction of Isaiah Lee
6.
TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1.
Authorize final payment to Mathiowetz Construction, Sleepy Eye Minnesota for
$270,556.34 for CP 1179 CSAH 6 Flood Improvement project.
7.
SMIF PRESENTATION
1.
SMIF Presentation to the County Board
8.
PAT NIENABER, SHERIFF
1.
Request approval to order two 2027 Dodge Durango squads from Dodge of Burnsville per
state contract.
9.
JODI COLEMAN, HR DIRECTOR
1.
Job description reviews
10.
KATHY DIETZ, COUNTY RECORDER
1.
Approve a new trusted submitter
Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, September 8, 2026
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11.
COUNTY BUSINESS
1.
Approve non-union COLA and 2027, 2028 Salary Scales
2.
Evaluation of Marilee Peterson, County Administrator
3.
Reopen from Closed Session
4.
MnDOT Capital Highway Improvement Plan (CHIP) Update
12.
ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County board to approve $707,626 seal coat payment, culvert lining
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a final payment of $707,626.24 to Astech for the 2026 Seal Coat Projects and a $42,480 quote from Subsurface Inc. to line a culvert on CSAH 4. They will also discuss a courthouse security grant, job description reviews, and a 2027 MVAC master contract. The agenda includes routine consent items and committee reports.
- Approve final payment of $707,626.24 to Astech for CP 1318 - 2026 Seal Coat Projects
- Approve quote from Subsurface Inc. to line a 36" RCP culvert on CSAH 4 for $42,480
- Courthouse Security Grant discussion
- MVAC 2027 Master Contract Agreement and Notice of Funds Available
- Job description reviews
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4.
CONSENT AGENDA
1.
Approve Regular Board Proceedings of August 11, 2026
2.
Approve Claims as submitted
3.
EFT Report
5.
TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1.
Approve final Payment of $707,626.24 to Astech for CP 1318 - 2026 Seal Coat Projects
2.
Approve quote from Subsurface Inc. to line a 36" RCP culvert on CSAH 4 for $42,480
6.
RUSS KRAL, FACILITIES MANAGER
1.
Courthouse Security Grant
7.
JODI COLEMAN, HR DIRECTOR
1.
Job description reviews
8.
KLEA RETTMANN, PHHS DIRECTOR
1.
MVAC 2027 Master Contract Agreement and Notice of Funds Available (NFA) -#1
9.
ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES
10.
COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Lilienthal
Commissioner Koch
Commissioner Hennen
Board of Commissioners
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
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Commissioner Grochow
Commissioner Saxton
11.
CLEARING OF CALENDARS
August 25, 2026 - Commissioners Workshop 9:45 AM - Sibley County Courthouse,
Commissioner's Room
September 7, 2026 - Holiday Observance, Courthouse & Service Center Closed
Sept …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 09:45
Commissioners' Workshop
County board workshop: budget, health benefits, dam, library funding
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to discuss the county budget, the kavira health benefit, the City of Gaylord's Lake Titlow Dam, and library funding. These are discussion items, not final decisions.
- Budget discussion
- kavira Health Benefit
- City of Gaylord, Lake Titlow Dam
- Library Funding
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 9:45 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1.
KLEA RETTMANN, PHHS DIRECTOR
1.
Parent Support Outreach Program (PSOP)
2.
MARILEE PETERSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1.
Budget discussion
2.
kavira Health Benefit
3.
City of Gaylord, Lake Titlow Dam
4.
Library Funding
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County board to consider sand/gravel pit expansion permit
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, addressing a conditional use permit for expanding a sand/gravel pit, along with routine approvals, recognitions, and various county business items. The board will also review the conditional use permit form and consider agreements and contracts.
- CUP #1208: Conditional use permit for open pit excavation to expand a sand/gravel pit in Faxon Township (PID 13.3318.000)
- Low-potency hemp license application for Grey Fox Tavern
- Memorandum of Understanding with City of Gaylord
- 2026 Primary & General Election Recount Agreements
- Approval of Court Appointed Attorney Contract
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of July 28, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
3. EFT Report
4. Low-Potency Hemp License Application- Grey Fox Tavern
5. INTRODUCTION
1. 2nd Quarter Outstanding Service Award Recognition
Paige Maidl, County Attorney's Office
Nominated by Don Lannoye
6. JENNIE RADLOFF, AUDITOR-TREASURER
1. 2026 Primary & General Election Recount Agreements
7. PAT NIENABER, SHERIFF
1. Memorandum of Understanding with City of Gaylord
8. JODI COLEMAN, HR DIRECTOR
1. Designation of Motor Vehicle Deputy Registrar
9. GEOFF BERANEK, PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
1. CUP #1208: Consider the application for Conditional Use Permit #1208 for open pit
excavation for the expansion of a sand/gravel pit in the C-Conservation & Agriculture
district on the property located SW ¼ of SE ¼ of Section 33 of Faxon Township, PID
13.3318.000.
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10. COUNTY BUSINESS
1. Conditional Use Permit form review and revisions.
2. South Central MN M …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 10:00
Commissioners' Workshop
County board to discuss budget, security cameras in closed session
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop to hear presentations from the county agricultural association, soil and water conservation district, and historical society. They will also discuss the budget and move into a closed session to address security camera issues. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public hearings or votes scheduled.
- Presentation from Sibley County Agricultural Association
- Presentation from Sibley County Soil & Water Conservation District
- Presentation from Sibley County Historical Society
- Closed session under M.S. 13.05, subd. 3(d) to discuss security cameras
- Budget discussion
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. MARILEE PETERSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1. Fraud Investigator
2. Presentation from the Sibley County Agricultural Association
3. Presentation from the Sibley County Soil & Water Conservation District
4. Presentation from the Sibley County Historical Society
5. Move into closed session under M.S. 13.05, subd. 3(d) to discuss security issues relating to
security cameras.
6. Reopen from Closed Session
7. Budget discussion
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to review feedlot setback, sand pit expansion, and structure variance
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider three land-use applications. These include requests for variances regarding setbacks and structure expansions, and a conditional use permit for excavation.
- Variance #534: Reduced setback for a feedlot/liquid manure storage basin in Arlington Township (PID 09.1802.000)
- CUP #1208: Open pit excavation for sand/gravel pit expansion in Faxon Township (PID 13.3318.000)
- Variance #535: Expansion of a nonconforming structure at 19464 265 Ave Belle Plaine (PID 13.2305.000)
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Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's Room
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SIBLEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
3. APPROVE THE MINUTES
A. Board of Adjustment June 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes
B. Planning & Zoning Commission July 6, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. Variance #534: Consider the application for Variance #534 for a reduced setback to an
existing feedlot/liquid manure storage basin for a new site in the A-General Agriculture
district on the property located in the NE ¼ of NW ¼ of Section 18 of Arlington Township,
PID 09.1802.000.
B. CUP #1208: Consider the application for Conditional Use Permit #1208 for open pit
excavation for the expansion of a sand/gravel pit in the C-Conservation & Agriculture
district on the property located SW ¼ of SE ¼ of Section 33 of Faxon Township, PID
13.3318.000.
C. Variance #535: Consider the application for Variance #535 to allow for an expansion of a
nonconforming structure on the property located at 19464 265 Ave Belle Plaine, MN
56011, PID 13.2305.000.
5. STAFF UPDATE
6. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Board considers resolution to sustain deputy registrar offices
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a resolution supporting a state revenue sharing fund for deputy registrar offices. The board will also review financial reports and county infrastructure needs.
- Resolution supporting a State of Minnesota revenue sharing fund for deputy registrar offices
- Authorization for BH Petroleum Equipment Company to replace Henderson Fuel Tanks
- Low-Potency Hemp License Application for Winthrop Grocery LLC
- High Island Watershed Manager Appointment
- 2025 TIF Disclosure Report for the City of Winthrop
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of July 14, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
3. High Island Watershed Manager Appointment
4. 2nd Quarter Financial Reports
5. Low-Potency Hemp License Application- Winthrop Grocery LLC
6. Disclosure Report - 2025 TIF for City of Winthrop
7. EFT REPORT
5. LESUEUR-SIBLEY TREATMENT COURT
1. Treatment Court Update
6. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. Authorize BH Petroleum Equipment Company to replace Henderson Fuel Tanks.
7. JENNIE RADLOFF, AUDITOR-TREASURER
1. Tax Forfeiture Property Report
2. Confession of Judgment Report
8. JODI COLEMAN, HR DIRECTOR
1.
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING A STATE OF MINNESOTA REVENUE SHARING
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FUND TO SUSTAIN DEPUTY REGISTRAR OFFICES
9. COUNTY BUSINESS
1. Board Operating Procedures and Guidelines
10. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES
11. COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Grochow
Commissioner Saxton
Commissioner Lilienthal
Commissioner Koch
Commissioner Hennen
12. CLE …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 10:00
Commissioners' Workshop
Sibley County Commissioners to discuss budget and solid waste
The Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop to discuss the budget and Tri County Solid Waste. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Budget discussion
- Tri County Solid Waste
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400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 10:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. MARILEE PETERSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1. Brief Budget Discussion
2. Tri County Solid Waste
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Workshop
Commissioners to discuss emergency response procedures in closed session
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will review board operating procedures and then move into a closed session to discuss emergency response procedures, as permitted by Minnesota statute. The meeting will then reopen to regular session.
- Review of Board Operating Procedures
- Closed session to discuss emergency response procedures under M.S. 13.05, subd. 3(d)
- Reopen from closed session
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 9:30 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. MARILEE PETERSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1. Board Operating Procedures
2. Move into closed session to discuss emergency response procedures under M.S. 13.05,
subd. 3(d)
3. Reopen from Closed Session
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Sibley County Board to consider feedlot and farm colony permits
The Sibley County Board will meet to approve regular proceedings, claims, and a gambling permit. The board will also consider two conditional use permit applications for a commercial feedlot expansion and an organized farm colony.
- Approve claims as submitted
- Application for Gambling Permit - Gaylord Game Protective League
- CUP #1206: Commercial feedlot expansion at 25738 State Hwy 5
- CUP #1207: Organized Farm Colony amendment at 59917 236 St
- Foster Care Interagency Transportation Agreement - Minnesota New County School
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of June 23, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
3. Application for Gambling Permit - Gaylord Game Protective League
4. CUP Renewals
5. EFT Report
6. Foster Care Interagency Transportation Agreement - Minnesota New County School
(MNCS) ISD 4007
5. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. Hayland rental agreement Clear Lark Park
2. Approve quote from Northland Services, Inc for tire changer
6. GEOFF BERANEK, PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
1. CUP #1206: Consider the application for Conditional Use Permit #1206 for an expansion
of an existing commercial feedlot in the A-General Agriculture district on the property
located at 25738 State Hwy 5 Arlington, MN 55307, PID 12.2407.000.
2. CUP #1207: Consider the application for Conditional Use Permit #1207 for an amendment
to the Planned Unit Development for an Organized Farm Colony in the A-General
Agriculture district on the property located at 59917 236 St. Gibbon, MN 55335, PID
10.0803.000.
7. ALAN COLE, IT DIRECTOR
1. Esri …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission reviews feedlot expansion and farm colony permit applications
The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider two conditional use permits and a feedlot registration modification. These items involve agricultural expansions and a Planned Unit Development amendment.
- Modification of Feedlot Registration No. 143-94234 for Dieball Dairy/Jim Dieball regarding a liquid manure storage basin
- CUP #1206: Expansion of a commercial feedlot at 25738 State Hwy 5, Arlington
- CUP #1207: Amendment to a Planned Unit Development for an Organized Farm Colony at 59917 236 St., Gibbon
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SIBLEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
3. APPROVE THE MINUTES
A. Planning & Zoning Commission June 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. Notice of Application for the Modification of an Existing Feedlot Registration No.
143-94234: Notice is hereby given per Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 116, that Dieball
Dairy/Jim Dieball, has made an application to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
and/or Sibley County for a permit to construct or expand a feedlot or manure storage area
with a capacity of 500 animal units or more. Expansion of an existing liquid manure
storage basin has been applied for.
B. CUP #1206: Consider the application for Conditional Use Permit #1206 for an expansion
of an existing commercial feedlot in the A-General Agriculture district on the property
located at 25738 State Hwy 5 Arlington, MN 55307, PID 12.2407.000.
C. CUP #1207: Consider the application for Conditional Use Permit #1207 for an amendment
to the Planned Unit Development for an Organized Farm Colony in the A-General
Agriculture district on the property located at 59917 236 St. Gibbon, MN 55335, PID
10.0803.000.
5. STAFF UPDATE
6. ADJOURNMENT
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to approve paving and pipe lining contracts totaling $38,485.91
The Sibley County Board will approve a paving contract for CSAH 22 and award pipe lining contracts for two county roads. The meeting will also include updates on administrative staffing and committee replacements.
- Approve paving quote for CSAH 22: $38,485.91
- Award pipe lining quote for CP 1409A along CSAH 6
- Award pipe lining quote for CP 1409B along CSAH 25
- Hire temporary staff in license center
- Motion to close public meeting for union negotiation strategy
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of June 9, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
3. 2026 Taxes Collected Through May 31, 2026
4. EFT Report
5. Approve County Board of Appeal and Equalization Meeting Minutes from June 15, 2026
5. CONGRESSWOMAN FISCHBACH
1. Visit with Congresswoman Fischbach's District Outreach Representative, Rob Brown
6. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. Approve quote from All States Paving for gravel stabilizing CSAH 22 from TH 19 to
CSAH 10 for $38,485.91
2. Award pipe lining quote for CP 1409A to the low quote for work along CSAH 6.
3. Award pipe lining quote for CP 1409B to the low quote for work along CSAH 25.
7. COUNTY BUSINESS
1. MRCI Committee (Board member) replacement
2. Recommissioning of the Service Center
3. Hire of temporary staff in license center
4. Motion to Close Public Meeting based on MN Statue 13D.03 union negotiation strategy.
Board of Commissioners Tuesday, June 23, 2026 Page 2 of 2
5. Reopen from Closed Session
8. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES
9. COMMISSIONERS' …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 10:15
Commissioners' Workshop
Workshop to discuss Spirit of America event and closed session on emergency procedures
The Board of Commissioners will review the plan for the 'Spirit of America' event scheduled for July 8th, discuss county services that are not mandated, and then move into a closed session under Minnesota statute to talk about emergency response procedures. The meeting then reopens from closed session.
- Review of plan for 'Spirit of America' event on July 8th at 5:00 pm
- Discussion of services offered by Sibley County that are not required
- Closed session to discuss emergency response procedures under M.S. 13.05, subd. 3(d)
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
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Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:15 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. MARILEE PETERSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1. Review of the plan for "Spirit of America" on July 8th at 5:00 pm
2. Services offered by Sibley County that are not required.
3. Move into closed session to discuss emergency response procedures under M.S. 13.05,
subd. 3(d)
4. Reopen from Closed Session
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County to consider open-pit excavation CUP in Conservation district
The board will consider two conditional use permits, including one for open-pit excavation in a Conservation & Agriculture district. Commissioners will also hear a presentation on the County Road Safety Plan, discuss a purchase of a 950G Cat Loader bucket, and act on a third amendment to the Sibley Estates purchase agreement. Consent items include approval of minutes, claims, and CUP renewals.
- CUP #1204: open-pit excavation at 33022 Scenic Byway, Henderson (Conservation & Agriculture district)
- CUP #1205: contractor’s yard at 31739 State Hwy 25, Belle Plaine (General Agriculture district)
- Purchase of 950G Cat Loader bucket (no dollar amount listed)
- Third Amendment to Purchase Agreement of Sibley Estates
- Appointment of John Wenninger as Sibley County Ditch Inspector
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of May 26, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
3. EFT Report
4. CUP Renewals
5. INTRODUCTION
1. Introduction of Lyndsey Schultz, the new Office Support Specialist with Public Health &
Human Services.
6. REGION 9
1. Presentation from Mark Plotz, Region 9 Road Safety Transportation Planner, regarding the
County Road Safety Plan.
7. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. 950G Cat Loader Bucket Purchase
8. GEOFF BERANEK, PLANNING AND ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
1. CUP #1204: Consideration of Conditional Use Permit #1204 for open pit excavation in the
C-Conservation & Agriculture district on the property located at 33022 Scenic Byway
Henderson, MN 56044, PID 16.0205.000 & 17.3513.010.
2. CUP #1205: Consideration of Conditional Use Permit #1205 for a contractor’s yard in the
A-General Agriculture district on the property located at 31739 State Hwy 25 Belle Plaine,
MN 56011, PID 24.2407.000.
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9. COUNTY BUSINESS
1. Extension E …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission reviews excavation permit and three land-use requests
The Planning and Zoning Commission will continue consideration of an open pit excavation permit. The body will also review new applications for a contractor's yard and two setback variances.
- CUP #1204: Open pit excavation at 33022 Scenic Byway, Henderson
- CUP #1205: Contractor’s yard at 31739 State Hwy 25, Belle Plaine
- Variance #532: Reduced side yard setback at 31260 627 Ave, Gibbon
- Variance #533: Reduced front yard setback at 19410 661 Ave, Buffalo Lake
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SIBLEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
3. APPROVE THE MINUTES
A. Planning & Zoning Commission/Board of Adjustment May 4, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4. OLD BUSINESS
A. CUP #1204: Continue consideration of Conditional Use Permit #1204 for open pit
excavation in the C-Conservation & Agriculture district on the property located at 33022
Scenic Byway Henderson, MN 56044, PID 16.0205.000 & 17.3513.010.
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. CUP #1205: Consider the application for Conditional Use Permit #1205 for a contractor’s
yard in the A-General Agriculture district on the property located at 31739 State Hwy 25
Belle Plaine, MN 56011, PID 24.2407.000.
B. Variance #532: Consider the application for Variance #532 for a reduced side yard setback
in the A-General Agriculture district on the property located at 31260 627 Ave Gibbon,
MN 55335, PID 21.2301.010.
C. Variance #533: Consider the application for Variance #533 for a reduced front yard
setback in the A-General Agriculture district on the property located at 19410 661 Ave
Buffalo Lake, MN 55314, PID 14.1903.000.
6. STAFF UPDATE
7. ADJOURNMENT
Tue May 26, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Board approves road reconstruction and drainage projects
The Sibley County Board will consider approving a contract for the reconstruction of CSAH 21/13th Street and a purchase agreement for drainage system bridges. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Minnesota River-Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan and the annual public works report.
- Approve contract for CSAH 21/13th Street reconstruction
- Purchase agreement for drainage system bridges
- Adopt Minnesota River-Mankato Watershed Management Plan
- Accept quote for pavement study on CSAH 6 and CSAH 21
- Establish a Ballot Board for 2026 Elections
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of May 12, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
3. Crop Damage Policy revision
4. EFT Report
5. COUNTY BUSINESS
1. South Country Health Alliance Presentation to the County Board
2. Resolution to Adopt the Minnesota River- Mankato Comprehensive Watershed
Management Plan
3. Annual Report from Sibley County Veteran's Service Officer
6. KLEA RETTMANN, PHHS DIRECTOR
1. Purchase of Service Agreement with Ethical Solutions, LLC for Guardianship Services
7. JENNIE RADLOFF, AUDITOR-TREASURER
1. Establishing a Ballot Board for 2026 Elections
2. Request to increase ballot board compensation for 2026 elections
8. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. 2025 Public Works Annual Report
2. Resolution of Support for CSAH 5 and CSAH 33 Intersection HSIP Application
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3. Award SAP 072-621-020 CSAH 21/13th Street Reconstruction Contract 2026-04
4. Approve SAP 072-621-020 Resolution and LRIP Grant Agreement No. 1063013 with
MnDOT for …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Tue May 26, 2026 · 11:00
Commissioners' Workshop
Board considers closed session for union negotiation strategy
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop meeting. They will hear a presentation from Christy Kallevig of U of MN Extension on Agriculture and Natural Resources. A motion will be made to close the public meeting under MN Statute 13D.03 for union negotiation strategy, followed by reopening.
- Presentation by Christy Kallevig, U of MN Extension, on Agriculture and Natural Resources
- Motion to close public meeting under MN Statute 13D.03 for union negotiation strategy
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 11:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. CHRISTY KALLEVIG, U OF MN EXTENSION
1. Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator
2. JODI COLEMAN, HR DIRECTOR
1. Motion to Close Public Meeting based on MN Statue 13D.03 union negotiation strategy.
2. Reopen from Closed Session
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Tue May 12, 2026 · 09:30
Commissioners' Workshop
Sibley County discusses fraud, budget, and road projects
The Sibley County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss fraud in Human Services, review the 2026 assessment report, and address crop damage and drainage policies. The agenda includes updates on the Goldmine Bridge and paving for 291st Ave, along with board operating procedures and budget expectations.
- Fraud discussion regarding Human Services
- County Assessor's Report for 2026 Assessment
- Crop Damage Policy Revision
- Redwood County Goldmine Bridge update
- Paving of 291st Ave, Faxon Twp
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:30 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. KLEA RETTMANN, PHHS DIRECTOR
1. Fraud discussion regarding Human Services
2. LAURA HACKER, COUNTY ASSESSOR
1. County Assessor's Report for 2026 Assessment & CBAE Meeting Information
3. JOHN WENNINGER, AG DRAINAGE MANAGER
1. Crop Damage Policy Revision
4. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. Redwood County Goldmine Bridge
2. Paving of 291st Ave, Faxon Twp
5. MARILEE PETERSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1. Board Operating Procedures
2. Expectations for budget process
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Tue May 12, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
Board to consider permanent removal of Bridge #9 on Froehlich property
The board will vote on consent agenda items including approval of claims and renewal of 3.2 percent malt liquor licenses. They will hear a proposal from the Ag Drainage Manager to permanently remove Bridge #9 on the Froehlich property. Also up for discussion is a revised list of 2026 committee appointments.
- Permanent removal of Bridge #9 on the Froehlich property
- Renewal of 3.2 percent malt liquor licenses
- Approval of claims as submitted
- Revised 2026 committee appointments
- Approve regular board proceedings of April 28, 2026
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of April 28, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
3. EFT Report
4. Renew 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor Licenses
5. JOHN WENNINGER, AG DRAINAGE MANAGER
1. Permanent removal of Bridge #9 (Froehlich property)
6. COUNTY BUSINESS
1. 2026 Committee Appointments - revised
7. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES
8. COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Grochow
Commissioner Saxton
Commissioner Lilienthal
Commissioner Koch
Commissioner Hennen
9. CLEARING OF CALENDARS
May 12, 2026 - Commissioners Workshop 9:30 AM - Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's
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Room
May 19, 2026 - Strengthening Sibley's Future Graduation 5:30 PM - Club New Yorker, Green Isle
May 25, 2026 - Holiday Observance, Courthouse and Service Center Closed
May 26, 2026 - Regular Board of Commissioners Meeting 9:00 AM - Sibley County
Courthouse, Commissioner's Room
May 30, 2026 - Hummingbird Trail Grand Opening 9:00 AM - Henderson Trailhead
June 2 …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Mon May 4, 2026 · 18:00
Planning and Zoning Commission
Commission to consider open pit excavation and yard setback variance
The Planning and Zoning Commission will review two land-use applications. The body will consider a conditional use permit for excavation and a variance for a reduced front yard setback.
- CUP #1204: Open pit excavation at 33022 Scenic Byway, Henderson, MN
- Variance #531: Reduced front yard setback at 25935 641 Ave, Gibbon, MN
- Appointments for 2026 Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
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PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MEETING AGENDA
Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00 PM
SIBLEY COUNTY COURTHOUSE
1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
2. WELCOME & INTRODUCTIONS
A. Planning & Zoning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair Appointments for 2026
3. APPROVE THE MINUTES
A. Planning & Zoning Commission December 1, 2025 Meeting Minutes
B. Board of Adjustment February 2, 2026 Meeting Minutes
4. NEW BUSINESS
A. CUP #1204: Consider the application for Conditional Use Permit #1204 for open pit
excavation in the C-Conservation & Agriculture district on the property located at 33022
Scenic Byway Henderson, MN 56044, PID 16.0205.000 & 17.3513.010.
B. Variance #531: Consider the application for Variance #531 for a reduced front yard
setback in the A-General Agriculture district on the property located at 25935 641 Ave
Gibbon, MN 55335, PID 19.2205.010.
5. STAFF UPDATE
6. ADJOURNMENT
Thu Apr 30, 2026 · 13:40
Board of Commissioners
Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 10:15
Commissioners' Workshop
Commissioners to discuss road easement, tour logistics, and building recommissioning
This workshop agenda includes discussion of an easement on County State Aid Highway 17 for Great River Energy, logistics for the annual commissioner road tour, and recommissioning of the Service Center. The board will also discuss plans for America's 250th Birthday celebration.
- CSAH 17 - Great River Energy Easement discussion
- Logistics for June 2nd road tour
- America's 250th Birthday planning
- Recommissioning of the Service Center
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Gorchow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:15 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. CSAH 17 - Great River Energy Easement
2. MARILEE PETERSON, COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1. Determine the logistics of Sibley County Commissioner's road tour, tentatively scheduled
for June 2nd.
2. America's 250th Birthday!
3. RUSS KRAL, FACILITIES MANAGER
1. Recommissioning of the Service Center
Agenda times (other than published public hearings) are approximate and subject to change.
Commissioners may attend via interactive technology means under MS 13D.015 and comply with MS
13D.02 when doing so.
Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County to consider TIF for Nytes Properties in Henderson
The Sibley County Board will discuss a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) request for Nytes Properties in Henderson, approve a letter supporting State Hwy 19 repairs, and consider bids for sidewalk repairs and a highway plat for County State Aid Highway 17. A workshop follows the regular meeting.
- TIF 1-5 Nytes Properties – City of Henderson
- Letter of support for State Hwy 19 repair
- Accept quote from ISG for highway plat on CSAH 17 from SH 19 to CR 166
- Award Contract 2026-05 Henderson Sidewalk Repairs
budgeteconomic-developmentroadssidewalkstax-increment-financingtransportation
400 Court Ave, Gaylord
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of April 14, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
5. COUNTY BUSINESS
1. Henderson Library Board
2. Letter of support for State Hwy 19 repair
6. JENNIE RADLOFF, AUDITOR-TREASURER
1. TIF 1-5 Nytes Properties - City of Henderson
7. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. Accept quote from ISG to complete a highway plat for CSAH 17 from SH 19 to CR 166
2. Award Contract 2026-05 Henderson Sidewalk Repairs
8. ADMINISTRATOR UPDATES
9. COMMISSIONERS' COMMITTEE REPORTS
Commissioner Hennen
Commissioner Grochow
Commissioner Saxton
Commissioner Lilienthal
Commissioner Koch
Board of Commissioners Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Page 2 of 2
10. CLEARING OF CALENDARS
April 28, 2026 - Commissioners Workshop 10:15 AM - Sibley County Courthouse, Commissioner's
Room
April 29 - May 1, 2026 - AMC Commissioner Technical Days, St. Paul
April 29, 2026 - Adopt-a-highway 4:45 pm - Gaylord POW WOW Grounds entrance
April 30, 2026 - Student Government Day - Sibley County Courthouse
May 12, …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
Tue Apr 14, 2026 · 09:00
Board of Commissioners
County awards $2.47M bituminous overlays contract to William Mueller and Sons
The Board will approve its consent agenda items, including regular board proceedings, claims, CUP renewals, liquor licenses, tax reports, and financial statements. Commissioners will review IT firewall replacement quotes and a Barracuda renewal, and consider a DNR licensing point‑of‑sale contract approval. The County Engineer will recommend awarding a $2,472,101.04 bituminous overlays contract to William Mueller and Sons, along with a $24,576.00 sign cutter and software purchase. A fund‑balance resolution and various administrative updates will also be addressed.
- Award 2026 Bituminous Overlays Contract to William Mueller and Sons for $2,472,101.04
- Purchase sign cutter and software from Northlight Color for $24,576.00
- Review firewall replacement quotes (IT Director)
- Approve Barracuda renewal (IT Director)
- Approve DNR licensing point‑of‑sale contract (HR Director)
contractsinfrastructureITHRfinancelicensingroadsgrants
400 COURT AVENUE, GAYLORD
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Peter Koch
Commissioner - District 1
Christian Lilienthal
Commissioner - District 2
Lyle Grochow
Commissioner - District 3
Keith Hennen
Commissioner - District 4
Steve Saxton
Commissioner - District 5
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 9:00 AM
COMMISSIONERS' BOARD ROOM
1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
2. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
3. APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
4. CONSENT AGENDA
1. Approve Regular Board Proceedings of March 24, 2026
2. Approve Claims as submitted
3. CUP Renewals
4. Seasonal Club On-Sale Liquor License-Winthrop Golf
5. Renewal of Consumption and Display Permit - Winthrop Golf Club
6. 2025-2026 Tax Comparison Report
7. Payable 2026 Tax Value & Credit Report by Taxing Authroity
8. Quarterly Financial Reports
9. EFT REPORT
5. INTRODUCTION
1. Introduction of Christine Rath, a social worker in Kris Swenson's unit at Public Health &
Human Services.
6. ALAN COLE, IT DIRECTOR
1. Firewall Replacement Quotes
2. Barracuda Renewal
7. JODI COLEMAN, HR DIRECTOR
1. DNR Licensing Point-of-Sale Contract Approval
Board of Commissioners Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Page 2 of 3
2. Job description reviews
8. TIM BECKER, COUNTY ENGINEER
1. Award 2026 Bituminous Overlays Contract 2026-02 William Mueller and Sons, Hamburg,
Minnesota for $2,472,101.04
2. Award CSAH 16 Centerline Pipe Lining Quote
3. Sign Cutter and software purchase from Northlight Color for $24,576.00
4. …
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
APPROVE THE AGENDA AND ANY AGENDA ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
CONSENT AGENDA
5 yea
Peter Koch yea · Christian Lilienthal yea · Keith Hennen yea · Steve Saxton yea · Lyle Grochow yea
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Traffic fatalities1 (2023)
Business establishments359 (3,390 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$933/mo (122 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy16.1% (low numeracy 25% · 2017)
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