Waseca County, MN
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- Budget & taxes
- Roads & infrastructure
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Permits & licensing
- Development projects
- Contracts & procurement
- Annexation
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- Doug Christopherson
- Brad Milbrath
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Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 08:00
Board of Commissioners
300 North State Street , Waseca
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 09:30
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300 North State Street , Waseca
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 09:30
Board of Commissioners
300 North State Street
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Adjustment
Waseca County Board of Adjustment meeting canceled
The November 5, 2026, meeting was canceled because no applications for hearing were received.
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
November 5, 2026 - 6:00 PM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
MEETING CANCELED
1.
Meeting canceled, no applications for hearing received.
a.
Canceling memo
Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
300 State Street North, Waseca
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 08:30
General
300 State Street North, Waseca
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 08:00
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300 North State Street , Waseca
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 09:30
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300 North State Street
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300 North State Street , Waseca
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 08:30
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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300 State Street North, Waseca
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 09:30
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300 North State Street
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300 North State Street , Waseca
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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300 North State Street , Waseca
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 09:30
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300 North State Street
Tue Feb 2, 2027 · 08:00
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300 North State Street , Waseca
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300 North State Street , Waseca
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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300 North State Street
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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300 North State Street , Waseca
Tue Apr 6, 2027 · 09:30
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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300 North State Street , Waseca
Tue May 4, 2027 · 08:00
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300 North State Street , Waseca
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300 State Street North, Waseca
Tue May 4, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 09:30
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Tue Jun 1, 2027 · 08:00
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300 North State Street , Waseca
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300 State Street North, Waseca
Tue Jul 6, 2027 · 09:30
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300 North State Street
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300 North State Street , Waseca
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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Recent meetings
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 08:30
General
Waseca County EDA to consider grant for Janesville Small Business Challenge
The Waseca County Economic Development Authority will meet to discuss economic updates for Janesville, New Richland, and Waseca. The body is scheduled to act on a grant disbursement for the Janesville Small Business Challenge.
- Approval of Grant Disbursement for Janesville Small Business Challenge
- Discussion of GreenSeam Annual Report
- Economic development updates for the cities of Janesville, New Richland, and Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
October 21, 2026 - 8:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093 Microsoft
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1.
Call to Order/Establish a Quorum
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approve minutes for the September 16, 2026 meeting.
4.
Action item
a.
Approval of Grant Disbursement for Janesville Small Business Challenge
5.
Economic Development Updates
a.
City of Janesville
b.
City of New Richland
c.
City of Waseca
6.
Items for Discussion
a.
GreenSeam Annual Report
7.
Next regular meeting
a.
Our next regularly scheduled meeting will be on November 18, 2026
8.
Adjournment
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 21:30
General
Waseca County Board to consider bridge replacement and land purchase
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners will meet to review several infrastructure projects and fund transfers. The board is deciding on contracts for bridge replacement and road improvements, as well as the purchase of a specific land parcel.
- Contract 812701 for Bridge 7008 Replacement
- Purchase of Land: PID # 09.030.0600
- Resolution 2026-33 regarding CSAH 4 LRIP
- Resolution 2026-32 regarding City of Waldorf LRIP
- Amendment to Exclusive Agricultural Use Zone Restrictive Covenant for PID 08.027.0300
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
October 20, 2026 - 9:30 PM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment
Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the
podium. Each person will have three (3) minutes to make his/her remarks. Speakers will address all
comments to the Board as a whole and not one individual commissioner. The Board may not take
action on an item presented during the Public Comment period, unless the item is already on the
agenda for action. When appropriate, the Board may refer inquiries and items brought up during the
Public Comment period to the County Administrator for follow up.
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Approval of County Board Minutes
a.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Emergency Meeting September 21,
2026
b.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Work Session Minutes October 6,
2026
c.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes October 6, 2026
4.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approval of Bills
b.
September Electronic Funds Transfer
c.
Sheriff's Office Transfer of Funds
d.
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 08:30
Board of Commissioners
Waseca County Board reviews cannabis ordinance changes to county development code
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners meets October 6, 2026 at 8:30 a.m. in the East Annex Public Meeting Room at 300 North State Street, Waseca. The agenda lists a cannabis ordinance update, described as a review of changes to the UDC (unified development code) related to cannabis regulations. No votes, dollar amounts, or other substantive items appear on the posted agenda; the meeting opens with the call to order and pledge and ends with adjournment.
- Cannabis ordinance update: review of changes to the UDC related to cannabis regulations
- Meeting held at East Annex Public Meeting Room, 300 North State Street, Waseca, MN 56093
- Agenda otherwise consists of procedural items (call to order, pledge, adjournment)
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
October 6, 2026 - 8:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
8:30 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Cannabis Ordinance Update
a.
Review of changes to the UDC related to Cannabis regulations
3.
Adjourn
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 08:00
Board of Commissioners
300 North State Street , Waseca
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 09:30
Board of Commissioners
Waseca County Board to vote on 2025 audit, opioid settlement funds, and Bethlehem Inn homeless aid
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners meets October 6, 2026 to hear presentations on road safety, the 2025 audit, and a Bethlehem Inn update, then vote on action items including final acceptance of two contracts, a transportation sales tax project list amendment, opioid settlement fund requests, and an appropriation of local homeless prevention aid. The board will also consider a tobacco retailer ordinance education item and a National 4-H Week proclamation. Routine business includes approving minutes, bills, and riparian approvals.
- Resolution 2026-31: amendment to the Transportation Sales & Use Tax project list
- Appropriation of Local Homeless Prevention Aid to Bethlehem Inn, plus an organizational update and appropriation request from Sue McIntosh
- Opioid Settlement Fund Request for Proposals
- Final acceptance of Contract No. 812604 and Contract No. 812603
- 2025 Audit Presentation by Amanda Mboga of Baker Tilly, with approval of the 2025 audit on the action list
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
October 6, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Introduction of New Staff
Public Comment
Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the
podium. Each person will have three (3) minutes to make his/her remarks. Speakers will address all
comments to the Board as a whole and not one individual commissioner. The Board may not take
action on an item presented during the Public Comment period, unless the item is already on the
agenda for action. When appropriate, the Board may refer inquiries and items brought up during the
Public Comment period to the County Administrator for follow up.
3.
Approval of Agenda
4.
Presentation
a.
County Road Safety Plan - SRF Consulting and MnDOT
b.
GreenSeam Annual Report - Holly Callaghan
c.
2025 Audit Presentation - Amanda Mboga, Baker Tilly
d.
Bethlehem Inn Organizational Update and Appropriation Request - Sue
McIntosh
e.
Tobacco Retailer Ordinance Education - Josh Ramaker, Le Sueur-Waseca
CHB
f.
National 4-H Week Proclamation
5.
Approval of County Board Minutes
a.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Work Session Minutes September 1,
2026
b.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Work Session Minutes September
15, 2026
c.
Wase …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Waseca County Planning Commission meeting cancelled for lack of business
The Waseca County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM at the East Annex Public Meeting Room, 300 North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota, has been cancelled. The agenda states the cancellation is due to lack of business and lists a cancellation memo. No items were scheduled for decision or discussion.
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
October 1, 2026 - 7:00 PM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
CANCELLED
1.
THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF BUSINESS
a.
Cancellation memo
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Adjustment
Board to hear variance request for garage setback
The Waseca County Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request from Christopher Lenz and Tonya Wittman to reduce the required front yard setback for an attached garage addition. The proposed garage would be 11 feet closer than the required 50-foot setback on the northeast corner and 18 feet closer on the southeast corner. The board will also approve the September 3, 2026 meeting minutes and set the next meeting date.
- Variance request by Christopher Lenz and Tonya Wittman (PID 12.326.0540) for reduced front yard setback on attached garage
- Proposed garage: 11 ft less than required 50 ft setback (northeast corner), 18 ft less (southeast corner)
- Consent agenda: approve minutes from September 3, 2026
- Next regular meeting: November 5, 2026
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
October 1, 2026 - 6:00 PM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093 Microsoft Teams
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1.
Call to Order/Establish a Quorum
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approve the meeting minutes for September 3, 2026
4.
Request for Public Hearing
a.
Christopher Lenz and Tonya Wittman (PID 12.326.0540) are requesting a
decrease in the required front yard setback for an attached garage addition
with a variance of 11 ft less than the required 50 ft front yard setback on the
northeast corner of the structure and 18 ft less than the required 50 ft front
yard setback on the southeast corner of the structure.
5.
Items for Discussion
6.
Next regular meeting
a.
The next regularly scheduled meeting will be November 5, 2026.
7.
Adjournment
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 08:00
General
County board to declare emergency and consider New Richland aid
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners is holding an emergency meeting to consider Resolution 2026-32, which would declare a state of emergency, and to discuss aid for New Richland. The agenda is brief and contains only these two substantive items.
- Resolution 2026-32 declaring a state of emergency
- Discussion of New Richland aid
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS EMERGENCY
MEETING
September 21, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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8:00 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Resolution 2026-32 Declaring a State of Emergency
3.
New Richland Aid
4.
Adjourn
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 08:30
Board of Commissioners
Waseca County EDA to discuss marketing and loan fund
The Waseca County Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve the agenda and minutes, receive updates on local economic development efforts, and discuss marketing its services and the revolving loan fund. The meeting is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve minutes of August 19, 2026 meeting
- Update on City of Waseca EDA task force
- Update on Waseca Area Food Co-op
- Update on GreenSeam
- Discussion on marketing EDA services and revolving loan fund
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
September 16, 2026 - 8:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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1.
Call to Order/Establish a Quorum
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approve the minutes of the August 19, 2026 meeting
4.
Economic Development Updates
a.
City of Waseca EDA task force
b.
Waseca Area Food Co-op
c.
GreenSeam
5.
Items for Discussion
a.
Marketing the services of the EDA
b.
Revolving Loan fund update
6.
Next regular meeting
a.
Next regularly scheduled meeting is October 21, 2026
7.
Adjournment
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 08:00
General
County board to amend local option sales tax projects and update 2027 budget
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider amendments to local option sales tax projects and receive updates on the 2027 budget. The agenda contains no other substantive items beyond these two discussion points.
- Local Option Sales Tax Project Amendments
- 2027 Budget Updates
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✓ Decided: Waseca County Board holds budget work session
The Board of Commissioners met for a work session to discuss 2027 budget updates and proposed amendments to the local option sales tax. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during the meeting.
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 15, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
8:00 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Local Option Sales Tax Project Amendments
3.
2027 Budget Updates
4.
Adjourn
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 15, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a budget work session on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in the Commissioners'
Room, 300 North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth,
Brad Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Tammy Spooner,
Property and Election Services Director; Jim Kollar, Public Works Director/County Engineer
Present via online platform Melissa Sexton, Human Resources Director
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.
Local Option Sales Tax Project Amendments
Jim Kollar, Public Works Director/County Engineer, proposed amendments to the local option sales tax. Kollar shared the current
project list with the Waseca County Board of Commissioners. Discussion was held.
3.
2027 Budget Updates
Michael Johnson, County Administrator, discussed 2027 budget updates with the board of commissioners.
4.
Adjourn
The work session ended at 9:19 a.m.
DeAnne Malterer, Chairperson
Waseca County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
Beth Weimert, Clerk
Waseca County Administr …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 09:30
General
County board to set 2027 preliminary levy and budget
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners will consider several action items, including approving the 2027 preliminary levy and budget, scheduling a public hearing on a local option transportation sales and use tax, and holding a public hearing on a conditional use permit for continued aggregate mining. The board will also review operating guidelines and other administrative updates. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of minutes, bills, and a street closure permit.
- Resolution 2026-30: Approval of 2027 Preliminary Levy and Budget
- Schedule Public Hearing - Local Option Transportation Sales & Use Tax
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit for continued aggregate mining on PID 08.012.1010, Ostico Township (Ulland Brothers, Inc)
- Garbage Dumpster Enclosure
- Janesville Main Street Closure - Frights & Delights
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✓ Decided: Waseca County adopts 2027 preliminary budget and 3.5% tax levy increase
The Board approved a preliminary 2027 budget of $42,489,608 and a net tax levy of $19,852,548. Other actions included authorizing the search for a Judicial Center construction manager and renewing a mining permit in Ostico Township.
- Adopted 2027 Preliminary Budget of $42,489,608 and net tax levy of $19,852,548 (5-0)
- Approved $11,240 estimated cost for garbage dumpster privacy fence installation (5-0)
- Authorized distribution of RFQs/RFPs for Judicial Center construction management (5-0)
- Approved Conditional Use Permit for Ulland Brothers, Inc. to continue aggregate mining (5-0)
- Adopted 2026 Board of Commissioners Operating Guidelines with modifications (5-0)
- Scheduled public hearing for Oct. 6, 2026, regarding Transportation Sales Tax Project List (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including bills and temporary closure of CSAH 3 for 'Frights & Delights' (5-0)
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 15, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment
Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the
podium. Each person will have three (3) minutes to make his/her remarks. Speakers will address all
comments to the Board as a whole and not one individual commissioner. The Board may not take
action on an item presented during the Public Comment period, unless the item is already on the
agenda for action. When appropriate, the Board may refer inquiries and items brought up during the
Public Comment period to the County Administrator for follow up.
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Ditch Authority
4.
Approval of County Board Minutes
a.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Budget Work Session September 1,
2026
b.
Waseca County Board of Commissioner Meeting Minutes September 1, 2026
c.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Budget Work Session September 8,
2026
5.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approval of Bills
b.
Janesville Main Street Closure - Frights & Delights
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 15, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a regular session on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in the Commissioners' Room,
300 North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth, Brad
Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Tammy Spooner,
Property and Elections Services Director; Rachel Cornelius, County Attorney Brian Tomford, Facilities Director; Jim Kollar, Public Works
Director/County Engineer; Sheriff Jay Dulas; Tina Wilson, Community Development Director; Anneli Souck, Land Use Planner II;
Present via online platform were Melissa Sexton, Human Resources Director; Teddy Hoehn, Facilities Supervisor; Leah Cameron, Public
Health Business Manager; Brandee Nelson, Dispatch; Michael Miller; Shelley Hyatt, Land Use Planner Assistant
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Public Comment
Clinton Rogers noted that the City of Janesville has hired Dan Peach as the new Police Chief. Chair Malterer thanked Clinton for
his 25 years of service to the city of Janesville.
2.
Approval of Agenda
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 08:00
Board of Commissioners
Board meets Tuesday with only procedural items on agenda
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners will convene at 8:00 AM in the East Annex Public Meeting Room to conduct only routine procedural business. No substantive decisions, ordinances, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.
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✓ Decided: Board holds budget work session and receives judicial center update
The Board of Commissioners met for a budget work session. No formal votes or substantive decisions were recorded. The session included discussions on the appropriations budget and the timeline for the new criminal justice building.
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 8, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
8:00 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Judicial Center Operational Update
3.
Budget Updates
4.
Adjourn
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 8, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a budget work session on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, in the Commissioners'
Room, 300 North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian
Harguth, Brad Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Rachel Cornelius,
County Attorney; Jon Schiro, Community Corrections Director; Dan Mocol, Jail Administrator; Doug Gerdts, Chief Deputy; Sheriff Jay
Dulas
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the work session to order at 8:02 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.
Judicial Center Operational Update
Sheriff Jay Dulas presented during the work session this morning regarding the anticipated opening of the new criminal justice
building, projected for mid to late 2028. Sheriff Dulas indicated that the plans for 72-hour jail operations are expected to commence
no earlier than July 1, 2027, with the possibility of initiation being delayed until January 1, 2028. A discussion ensued.
3.
Budget Updates
Michael Johnson discussed the appropriations budget. Discussion was held.
4.
Adjourn
The work session ended at 10:50 a.m.
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment to consider two variance requests for construction
The Waseca County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding two variance requests. These requests involve setbacks for a detached garage and a single-family dwelling.
- Variance request for a detached garage regarding side yard and road right-of-way setbacks
- Variance request for a single-family dwelling regarding side yard setbacks
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September 3, 2026 - 6:00 PM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
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1.
Call to Order/Establish a Quorum
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approve the meeting minutes for August 6, 2026
4.
Request for Public Hearing
a.
Variance requested for 10 ft less than the required 20 ft side yard setback and
11 ft less than the required 50 ft road right-of-way setback for the construction
of a detached garage.
b.
Variance requested for up to 20 ft less than the required 40 ft side yard
setback for both side yards for the construction of a single-family dwelling.
5.
Items for Discussion
6.
Next regular meeting
a.
The next regularly scheduled meeting is October 1, 2026
7.
Adjournment
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Waseca County Planning Commission discusses mining, apiary, and cannabis standards
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a mining permit renewal and an agritourism apiary permit. The commission will also discuss updates to the Unified Development Code regarding cannabis business standards and general use tables.
- Public hearing for renewal of a Conditional Use Permit for aggregate mining
- Public hearing for a Conditional Use Permit for an apiary agritourism operation
- Discussion of UDC Section 6.08 General Standards for Cannabis Business
- Discussion of UDC Table 6.10 Summary of permitted and conditional uses
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September 3, 2026 - 7:00 PM
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1.
Call to Order/Establish a Quorum
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approve the meeting minutes for August 6, 2026
4.
Request for Public Hearing
a.
Request for the renewal of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the continued
mining of aggregate materials.
b.
Request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow Agritourism for the operation of
an apiary.
5.
Items for Discussion
a.
UDC Update: Section 6.08 General Standards for Cannabis Business
UDC Housekeeping edits
b.
UDC Update Table 6.10 Summary of permitted and conditional uses
6.
Next regular meeting
a.
The next regularly scheduled meeting is October 1, 2026
7.
Adjournment
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 11:30
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners to discuss New Richland Flood Relief Project
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the New Richland Flood Relief Project. No specific details regarding the project's scope or funding were provided in the agenda.
- New Richland Flood Relief Project discussion
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✓ Decided: Board of Commissioners holds work session on flood relief
The Board of Commissioners met for a work session to discuss the New Richland Flood Relief Project. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this meeting.
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September 1, 2026 - 11:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
New Richland Flood Relief Project
3.
Adjourn
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
WORK SESSION
September 1, 2026 - 11:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a work session on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, in the Commissioners' Room, 300
North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth, Brad
Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Tina Wilson, Community
Development Director; Chris Howard, Land and Water Resources Director
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 11:39 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.
New Richland Flood Relief Project
Chris Howard, Land and Water Resources Director, discussed the New Richland Flood Relief Project with the Waseca County
Board of Commissioners. JCD6 Freeborn CD47 City of New Richland Flood Mitigation discussions took place.
3.
Adjourn
The work session ended at 12:04 p.m.
DeAnne Malterer, Chairperson
Waseca County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
Beth Weimert, Clerk
Waseca County Administration
Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 08:00
Board of Commissioners
Commissioners review 2027 budgets and appropriations
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners will review several 2027 budget proposals. This includes reviews of the MNPrairie, SWCD, and Admin and HR budgets, as well as specific appropriations for local organizations.
- Review of 2027 MNPrairie Budget
- Review of 2027 Appropriations for Waseca Arts Center, Waseca County Free Fair, FarmAmerica, and Historical Society
- Review of 2027 SWCD Budget
- Review of 2027 Admin and HR Budgets
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✓ Decided: Waseca County Board holds 2027 budget work session, takes no votes
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a budget work session on September 1, 2026, and reviewed proposed 2027 budgets and appropriations requests. Presentations covered the 2027 MNPrairie budget, 2027 appropriations requests from the Waseca Arts Center, Waseca County Free Fair, FarmAmerica, and the Historical Society, the 2027 Soil and Water Conservation District budget, and the 2027 Administration and Human Resources budgets. The minutes record no motions, votes, approvals, denials, or dollar amounts; the session ended at 9:26 a.m. after being called to order at 8:00 a.m.
- No decisions recorded — work session only; no motions or votes appear in the minutes
- Reviewed 2027 MNPrairie budget (discussion only)
- Heard 2027 appropriations requests from Waseca Arts Center, Waseca County Free Fair, FarmAmerica, and Historical Society (discussion only)
- Reviewed 2027 Soil and Water Conservation District budget (discussion only)
- Reviewed 2027 Administration and Human Resources budgets (discussion only)
- Adjourned at 9:26 a.m.
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 1, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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8:00 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Review of 2027 MNPrairie Budget
3.
Review of 2027 Appropriations
a.
Waseca Arts Center
b.
Waseca County Free Fair
c.
FarmAmerica
d.
Historical Society
4.
Review of 2027 SWCD Budget
5.
Review of 2027 Admin and HR Budgets
6.
Adjourn
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BUDGET WORK
SESSION
September 1, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a work session on Tuesday, budget work session, 2026, in the Commissioners'
Room, 300 North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth,
Brad Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Mark Schatzke; Sheriff
Jay Dulas; Tammy Spooner, Property and Elections Director; Melissa Sexton, Human Resources Director
Others present were Robin Dulas; Waseca County Free Fair; Mark Harguth, Waseca County Free Fair; Jessica Rollins, FarmAmerica;
Elizabeth Anselmo, Waseca County Historical Society; Makail Rostislavovich; Christy, Waseca County Arts Council
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.
Review of 2027 MNPrairie Budget
Michael Johnson, County Administrator, discussed the 2027 MNPrairie budget.
3.
Review of 2027 Appropriations
a.
Waseca Arts Center
Makail Rostislavovich expressed gratitude to the Waseca County Board of Commissioners for their ongoing support of the
Waseca Arts Council over the years. He highlighted that the Waseca Arts Counci …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026 · 09:30
Board of Commissioners
Waseca County Board discusses highway improvements and facility management
The Board of Commissioners will review the District 7 Capital Highway Improvement Plan and consider several contract awards. Action items include approving property management policies and the purchase of a New Holland Boomer 40 tractor.
- District 7 Capital Highway Improvement Plan (CHIP) presentation
- Contract award for roof replacement
- Resolution #2026-29 regarding County Property and Facility Management Policies
- Purchase of New Holland Boomer 40 & Attachment
- Approval of CMR Procurement Services Proposal
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✓ Decided: Waseca County Board approves $338,750 roof replacement contract for Highway Shop
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners approved a $338,750 contract with Commercial Midwest to replace the flat roof at the Waseca Highway Shop, to be completed by December 1, 2026. The board also approved final payments on two road contracts, a $45,200 tractor purchase, and Resolution #2026-29 adopting three property and facility management policies. A proposal to create an assigned 'Trails' account was tabled until October 6, and a road and bridge fund transfer was approved at $150,000 rather than the recommended $225,000.
- Approved Commercial Midwest roof replacement contract at $338,750 (5-0)
- Approved $150,000 transfer from Fund 01 to Fund 13 for Road & Bridge (5-0)
- Tabled creation of assigned 'Trails' account until October 6 (5-0)
- Approved final payment of $90,628.08 to Sir Lines-A-Lot, LLC for Contract 812606 (5-0)
- Approved final payment of $17,370.82 to Nielsen Blacktopping, Inc. for Contract 812605 (5-0)
- Approved Pristash Construction Services proposal as CMAR procurement advisor (5-0)
- Approved purchase of New Holland Boomer 40 and attachment for $45,200 from Smith's Mill (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution #2026-29 approving Policies #7-001, #7-002, and #7-003 (5-0)
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September 1, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment
Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the
podium. Each person will have three (3) minutes to make his/her remarks. Speakers will address all
comments to the Board as a whole and not one individual commissioner. The Board may not take
action on an item presented during the Public Comment period, unless the item is already on the
agenda for action. When appropriate, the Board may refer inquiries and items brought up during the
Public Comment period to the County Administrator for follow up.
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Presentation
a.
Proclamation Designating September as Recovery Awareness Month
b.
District 7 Capital Highway Improvement Plan (CHIP)
4.
Ditch Authority
5.
Approval of County Board Minutes
a.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Budget Work Session August 18,
2026
b.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes August 18, 2026
c.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners …
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
September 1, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a regular session on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, in the Commissioners' Room,
300 North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth, Brad
Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Sheriff Jay Dulas;
Tammy Spooner, Property and Election Services Director; Jim Kollar Public Works Director/County Engineer; Brian Tomford, Facilities
Director; Melissa Sexton, Human Resources Director; Scott Wolfe, Sheriff Deputy
Others present: Deb Bently, Waseca County Pioneer; Alex Hendderson; Tyler Bolster; Christopher Wright; Quen Bena; Megan Radel;
Heather Clark; Angie Piltaver, MnDOT
Present via online platform were Brandee Nelson, Dispatch; Tina Wilson, Community Development Director; Leah Cameron, Public Health
Business Manager; Teddy Hoehn, Facilities Supervisor; Chris Howard, Land and Water Resources Director
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 9:33 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
2.
Approval of Agenda
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 08:00
General
County board reviews 2027 budgets for corrections, property, elections, land and water
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review proposed 2027 budgets for Community Corrections, Property and Election Services, and Land and Water Resources. These are review items, not final approvals, and no specific dollar amounts or details are provided in the agenda.
- Review of 2027 Community Corrections Budget
- Review of 2027 Property and Election Services Budget
- Review of 2027 Land and Water Resources Budget
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✓ Decided: Waseca County board reviews 2027 budgets; no votes taken in work session
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners held a budget work session on August 25, 2026. Community Corrections Director Jonathan Schiro reviewed the 2027 Community Corrections budget, and Land and Water Resources Director Chris Howard reviewed the 2027 Land and Water Resources budget, including capital assets, the riparian fund, aquatic invasive species, an MPCA septic upgrade grant, and Ditch Fund 41. The review of the 2027 Property and Election Services budget was tabled. No motions, votes, or approvals are recorded in these minutes; the session ended at 10:39 a.m.
- No substantive decisions recorded; meeting was a budget work session
- Review of 2027 Property and Election Services budget tabled
- 2027 Community Corrections budget reviewed, no action recorded
- 2027 Land and Water Resources budget reviewed, no action recorded
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
August 25, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
8:00 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Review of 2027 Community Corrections Budget
3.
Review of 2027 Property and Election Services Budget
4.
Review of 2027 Land and Water Resources
5.
Adjourn
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
BUDGET WORK SESSION
August 25, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a budget work session on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, in the Commissioners' Room,
300 North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth, Brad
Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Jonathan Schiro,
Community Corrections Director; Chris Howard, Land and Water Resources Director
Present via online platform: Tina Wilson, Planning and Zoning Administrator
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.
Review of 2027 Community Corrections Budget
Jonathan Schiro, Community Corrections Director, discussed challenges within Community Corrections and additional budget
implications. Schiro also discussed achievements within Community Corrections as they transitioned from the County Probation
Office to the Community Corrections Act delivery system. Schiro reviewed the STS program. Discussion was held.
The board recessed at 8:47 a.m.
The board reconvened at 8:57 a.m.
3.
Review of 2027 Property and Election Services Budget
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4.
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General
300 State Street North, Waseca
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 08:30
Planning Commission
County EDA to discuss cannabis ordinance update
The Waseca County Economic Development Authority is meeting to approve its agenda and minutes, receive updates on economic development activities, and discuss a cannabis ordinance update. The meeting is largely procedural, with the cannabis ordinance discussion being the only substantive item.
- Cannabis ordinance update discussion
- Winner of City of Janesville EDA Business Challenge
- City of Waseca economic development update
- Approval of June 17, 2026 meeting minutes
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WASECA COUNTY COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY
August 19, 2026 - 8:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
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1.
Call to Order/Establish a Quorum
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approve meeting minutes of June 17, 2026
4.
Economic Development Updates
a.
Winner of City of Janesville EDA Business Challenge
b.
City of Waseca
5.
Items for Discussion
a.
Cannabis Ordinance Update
6.
Next regular meeting
a.
Next regularly scheduled meeting will be September 16, 2026
7.
Adjournment
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 08:30
Planning Commission
300 State Street North, Waseca
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 08:00
General
County board reviews 2027 public health and facilities budgets
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners is meeting to review the proposed 2027 budgets for public health and facilities. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the items are for review and discussion only.
- Review of 2027 Public Health Budget
- Review of 2027 Facilities Budget
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✓ Decided: Waseca County Board reviews 2027 Public Health and Facilities budgets
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners held a work session on August 18, 2026. Public Health Director Sarah Berry and Public Health Business Manager Leah Cameron presented an overview of the 2027 Public Health budget, followed by discussion. Facilities Director Brian Tomford then presented an overview of the 2027 Facilities budget, also followed by discussion. No decisions, votes, or approvals are recorded in these minutes; the session was informational only.
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August 18, 2026 - 8:00 AM
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300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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8:00 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Review of 2027 Public Health Budget
3.
Review of 2027 Facilities Budget
4.
Adjourn
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
August 18, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
Brian Tomford, Facilities Director; Sarah Berry, Public Health Director; Leah Cameron, Public Health Business Manager; Sheriff Jay Dulas;
Tammy Spooner, Property and Elections Director; Tara Reich, MNPrairie Executive Director
Others present Deb Bently, Waseca County Pioneer
Present via online platform: Melissa Sexton, Human Resources Director; Brandee Nelson, Dispatch
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.
Review of 2027 Public Health Budget
Sarah Berry, Public Health Director, and Leah Cameron, Public Health Business Manager, presented an overview of the 2027
Public Health budget to the Waseca County Board of Commissioners during today's meeting. Subsequent discussion ensued.
3.
Review of 2027 Facilities Budget
Brian Tomford, Facilities Director, presented an overview of the 2027 Facilities budget to the Waseca County Board of
Commissioners during today's meeting. Discussion was held.
4.
Adjourn
The work session ended at 9:10 a.m.
DeAnne Malterer, Chairperson
Waseca County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
Beth Weimert, Clerk
Waseca County Administration
Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 09:30
General
County board to consider mining permit renewal, courthouse security grant
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve routine items and take action on several matters, including a conditional use permit renewal for aggregate mining, a courthouse security grant application, and a MnDOT agreement. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the mining permit and updates from county administration.
- Resolution 2026-27: MnDOT Agreement No. 1063776
- Contract 812601: Final Acceptance
- Resolution 2026-28: Courthouse Security Grant Application
- Public Hearing: Renewal of Conditional Use Permit for aggregate mining on PID 08.010.1200
- Consent agenda includes approval of bills, solid waste licenses, and fund transfer for Road & Bridge
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✓ Decided: County adopts updated MNPrairie agreement, approves bridge grants and mining permit
The Waseca County Board approved the updated MNPrairie Joint Powers Agreement, transitioning the entity from three counties to two. The board also adopted Resolution 2026-27 accepting a $480,138 MnDOT grant for two bridge replacements, accepted the completed seal coat work, and approved a conditional use permit renewal for continued aggregate mining. All motions passed 5-0.
- Adopted updated MNPrairie Joint Powers Agreement (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-27 accepting $480,138 MnDOT bridge grant (5-0)
- Accepted seal coat work and authorized final $7,786.88 payment to ASTECH (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-28 for courthouse security grant application (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit renewal for aggregate mining on PID 08.010.1200 (5-0)
- Approved consent agenda including bills, solid waste licenses, and $483,307.96 fund transfer (5-0)
- Approved amended agenda (5-0)
- Approved minutes from Aug 4 meetings and July 31 drainage authority meeting (5-0)
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August 18, 2026 - 9:30 AM
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9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment
Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the
podium. Each person will have three (3) minutes to make his/her remarks. Speakers will address all
comments to the Board as a whole and not one individual commissioner. The Board may not take
action on an item presented during the Public Comment period, unless the item is already on the
agenda for action. When appropriate, the Board may refer inquiries and items brought up during the
Public Comment period to the County Administrator for follow up.
2.
Approval of Agenda
3.
Approval of County Board Minutes
a.
Waseca County Drainage Authority Meeting Minutes July 31, 2026
b.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Work Session Minutes August 4,
2026
c.
Waseca County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes August 4, 2026
4.
Consent Agenda
a.
Approval of Bills
b.
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
August 18, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a regular session on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, in the Commissioners' Room, 300
North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth, Brad
Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Tammy Spooner,
Property and Election Services Director; Sheriff Jay Dulas; Tara Reich, MNPrairie Executive Director; Tina Wilson, Community
Development Admin; Jim Kollar, Public Works Director/County Engineer; Patricia Haroldson: Child and Family Services MNPrairie; Tina
Rentz, Adult and Disability Services MNPrairie; DeAnn Boney, MNPrairie Income and Health Care Assistance; Anneli Soucek, Land Use
Planner II
Others present: Pastor Peg Marose, Trintiy Lutheran Church New Richland; Representative Keith Allen
Present via online platform: Melissa Sexton, Human Resources Director; Leah Cameron; Public Works Business Manager; Brandee
Nelson, Dispatch; Michael Miller; Shelly Hyatt, Land Use Planning Assistant
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Public Comment
Representative Keith Allen attended today's me …
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Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 19:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to hold hearing on aggregate mining permit renewal
The Waseca County Planning Commission will meet to consider a request for the renewal of a Conditional Use Permit for aggregate material mining. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding cannabis.
- Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit renewal for aggregate materials mining
- Discussion on cannabis
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
August 6, 2026 - 7:00 PM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
1. Call to Order/Establish a Quorum
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Consent Agenda
a. Approve the meeting minutes for July 9, 2026
4. Request for Public Hearing
a. Request for the renewal of a Conditional Use Permit to allow the continued
mining of aggregate materials.
5. Items for Discussion
a. Cannabis
6. Next regular meeting
a. Next regularly scheduled meeting is September 3, 2026
7. Adjournment
Thu Aug 6, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment to hear variance request for front yard setback
The Waseca County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to allow a 44 ft front yard setback instead of the required 75 ft for a detached garage. The board will also approve previous meeting minutes and set the next meeting date.
- Public hearing on variance for 44 ft front yard setback at property (address not specified)
- Approval of July 9, 2026 meeting minutes
- Next meeting scheduled for September 3, 2026
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300 State Street North, Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
August 6, 2026 - 6:00 PM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
1. Call to Order/Establish a Quorum
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Consent Agenda
a. Approve the meeting minutes for July 9, 2026
4. Request for Public Hearing
a. Variance requested for 44 ft less than the required 75 ft front yard setback for
the construction of a detached garage.
5. Items for Discussion
6. Next regular meeting
a. Next regularly scheduled meeting is September 3, 2026
7. Adjournment
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 08:00
Board of Commissioners
County board reviews 2027 Sheriff's Office and IT budgets
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners holds a budget work session to review the proposed 2027 budgets for the Sheriff's Office and Information Technology. No decisions are made; the session is for discussion and review only.
- Review of 2027 Sheriff's Office budget
- Review of 2027 IT budget
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✓ Decided: County board reviews 2027 sheriff and IT budgets
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners held a budget work session to review the proposed 2027 Sheriff's Office and IT budgets. Sheriff Jay Dulas presented the sheriff's budget and discussed anticipated retirements, while IT Director Judy Hiller presented the IT budget overview. No formal decisions or votes were taken during the session.
- Reviewed 2027 Sheriff's Office budget presentation
- Discussed anticipated 2027 retirements
- Reviewed 2027 IT budget overview
300 North State Street , Waseca
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# WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BUDGET WORK SESSION
# August 4, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room 300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093 **Microsoft Teams** <u>Need help?</u> <u>Join the meeting now</u> Meeting ID: 227 515 959 522 24 Passcode: 9M2KK6BC **Dial in by phone** <u>+1 469-208-1516,,570200856#</u> United States, Carrollton <u>Find a local number</u> Phone conference ID: 570 200 856#
## 8:00 a.m. 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
## 2. Review of 2027 Sheriff's Office Budget
## 3. Review of 2027 IT Budget
## 4. Adjourn
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS BUDGET WORK
SESSION
August 4, 2026 - 8:00 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a budget work session on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, in the Commissioners' Room,
300 North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth, Brad
Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Tammy Spooner,
Property and Election Services Director; Sheriff Jay Dulas; Melissa Sexton, Human Resources Director; Judy Hiller, IT Director
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 8:04 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.
Review of 2027 Sheriff's Office Budget
Sheriff Dulas presented the 2027 Budget to the Waseca County Board of Commissioners. He also addressed anticipated
retirements for 2027. A discussion was held.
3.
Review of 2027 IT Budget
Judy Hiller, IT Director, presented an overview of the proposed budget for the fiscal year 2027. A discussion followed.
4.
Adjourn
The work session ended at 9:21 a.m.
DeAnne Malterer, Chairperson
Waseca County Board of Commissioners
ATTEST:
Beth Weimert, Clerk
Waseca County Administration
Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 09:30
Board of Commissioners
Waseca County Board to hold public hearings on fee changes and cannabis cultivation
The Board of Commissioners will consider updates to the county fee schedule and a request for a cannabis cultivation conditional use permit. The meeting includes decisions on bridge replacements and zoning map amendments.
- Public hearing on Waseca County Fee Schedule amendment and Resolution 2026-24
- Public hearing for Cannabis Cultivation Conditional Use Permit on PID 03.036.0120
- Public hearing to change PID 12.007.0500 from Urban Expansion District to A-1 Agricultural Protection District
- Contract No. 812609 for Bridge 88497 and Bridge 2585 Replacement
- Authorization to pursue sale of surplus land surrounding the Solid Waste Facility
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✓ Decided: County approves $480K bridge replacement contract and cannabis cultivation permit
The board approved a $480,138 contract with Sally Excavating for replacing two bridges on CSAH 14, and approved a conditional use permit for outdoor cannabis cultivation on a 5-acre parcel. It also adopted an amended fee schedule (4-1), rezoned a parcel to agricultural protection, and authorized the sale of surplus land near the solid waste facility.
- Approved $480,138 bridge replacement contract to Sally Excavating (5-0)
- Approved conditional use permit for cannabis cultivation on PID 02.036.0120 (5-0)
- Adopted amended fee schedule via Resolution 2026-24 (4-1)
- Approved Ordinance 169 rezoning PID 12.007.0500 to A-1 Agricultural Protection (4-0, 1 abstention)
- Approved sale of 20-acre property to Jeff Huelsnitz for $25,000 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-25 authorizing off-site gambling for Waseca Hockey Association (4-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2026-26 updating IT and data practices policies (5-0)
- Authorized initiating sale process for surplus land around solid waste facility (5-0)
300 North State Street , Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
August 4, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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9:30 a.m. 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment
Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the
podium. Each person will have three (3) minutes to make his/her remarks. Speakers will address all
comments to the Board as a whole and not one individual commissioner. The Board may not take
action on an item presented during the Public Comment period, unless the item is already on the
agenda for action. When appropriate, the Board may refer inquiries and items brought up during the
Public Comment period to the County Administrator for follow up.
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Approval of County Board Minutes
a. Waseca County Board of Commissioners Work Session July 21, 2026
b. Waseca County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes July 21, 2026
4. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Bills
b. Approval of 1st half 2026 Residental Tax Abatement payments
c. SWCD Riparian Fund Approval RF-2026-01
d. Approve Amendment to Exclusive Agricultural Use Zone Restrictive Covenant
for David and Cheryl Possin for a portion o …
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
August 4, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a regular session on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, in the Commissioners' Room, 300
North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Doug Christopherson, Brian Harguth, Brad
Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Melissa Sexton, Human
Resources Director; Tina Wilson, Planning and Zoning Administrator; Judy Hiller, IT Director; Brian Tomford, Facilities Director; Sheriff
Jay Dulas; Rusty Hardeman, Assistant County Attorney; Isaih Berndt, County Attorney Intern
Others present included Deb Bently, Waseca County Pioneer; Benya Kraus, SMIF; Terry Roemhildt;
Present via online platform were Leah Cameron, Public Health Business Manager; Brandi Nelson, Dispatch; Shelley Hyatt, Land Use
Planning Assistant; Teddy Hoehn, Facilities Supervisor; Harold Guse
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Public Comment
Terry Roemhildt discussed his family farm located in St. Mary's Township, sections 4 and 9, adjacent to the highway bypass. He mentioned
the presence of a wet/dry pond on the property, which is subject to a permanent eas …
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Fri Jul 31, 2026 · 13:00
General
300 North State Street , Waseca
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 07:30
General
Board will review the solid waste fee and 2027 public works budget
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners will review the solid waste fee and discuss the proposed 2027 Public Works budget. Both items are listed under the Public Works Budget agenda item.
- Review of solid waste fee
- Review of 2027 Public Works budget
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✓ Decided: Waseca County Board reviews 2027 Public Works and Solid Waste budgets
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners held a work session to review the 2027 Solid Waste and Recycling budget and the broader 2027 Public Works Budget. No formal votes or decisions were recorded during this session.
- Reviewed 2027 Solid Waste and Recycling budget
- Discussed Solid Waste fee line on property tax statements
- Reviewed 2027 Public Works Budget
300 North State Street , Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
July 21, 2026 - 7:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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8:00 a.m. 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2. Public Works Budget
a. Review of Solid Waste Fee
b. Review of 2027 Public Works Budget
3. Adjourn
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS WORK SESSION
July 21, 2026 - 7:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a work session on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in the Commissioners' Room, 300 North
State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Brian Harguth, Brad Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Absent: Doug Christopherson
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Tammy Spooner,
Property and Election Services Director; Brock Nelson, County Assessor; Jim Kollar, Public Works Director/County Engineer; Tammie
Bramer, Solid Waste; Sheriff Jay Dulas
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 7:30 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
2.
Public Works Budget
a.
Review of Solid Waste Fee
Jim Kollar, Public Works Director/County Engineer, provided an overview of the 2027 Solid Waste and Recycling budget
and how it ties to the strategic plan. Kollar discussed Solid Waste Fund 19. Discussion was held.
Brock Nelson, County Assessor, presented to discuss the Solid Waste fee line that is present on property tax
statements. Discussion was held.
b.
Review of 2027 Public Works Budget
Kollar discussed and reviewed the 2027 Public Works Budget with the Waseca County Board of Commissioners. Disc …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 09:30
Board of Commissioners
Board to approve construction bids and opioid settlement grants
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners will consider approving construction bids for a Workforce Development Center and a roof replacement, as well as opioid settlement grant funds. The meeting will also include the approval of bills and the setting of a public hearing date for cannabis business license fees.
- Approval of Workforce Development Center Construction Bid
- Contract No. SW812601 Award: Re-Use Building
- Opioid Settlement Grant Approval
- Contract for Architectural & Engineering Services for Roof Replacement
- Public Hearing date set for Cannabis Business License fee schedule update
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✓ Decided: Board approves $2.1M workforce center bid and $245,900 reuse building contract
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners approved the lowest responsible bid from Web Construction for a workforce development center funded by a federal grant and county match. The board also awarded a contract to WEB Construction, Inc. for a Re-Use building at the Solid Waste & Recycling Center after the low bidder withdrew due to a clerical error. Additionally, the board approved $205,517.50 in advanced capital purchases for vehicles and playground improvements to reduce future levy pressures.
- Approved Workforce Development Center construction bid from Web Construction (4-0)
- Awarded Contract No. SW812601 to WEB Construction, Inc. for $245,900.00 (4-0)
- Approved $205,517.50 in 2027 advanced capital purchases for facilities (4-0)
- Set public hearing for August 4, 2026, on Cannabis License Registration fees (4-0)
- Approved alcohol license application for JR's Barn LLC (4-0)
- Appointed Michael Hayes to the Planning Commission through 2027 (4-0)
- Approved $1,998.00 Opioid Settlement Grant award to Spero (4-0)
- Approved Request for Qualifications process for Construction Manager At Risk (4-0)
300 North State Street , Waseca
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
July 21, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
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9:30 a.m. 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Public Comment
Those wishing to speak must state their name and address for the record after they reach the
podium. Each person will have three (3) minutes to make his/her remarks. Speakers will address all
comments to the Board as a whole and not one individual commissioner. The Board may not take
action on an item presented during the Public Comment period, unless the item is already on the
agenda for action. When appropriate, the Board may refer inquiries and items brought up during the
Public Comment period to the County Administrator for follow up.
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Ditch Authority
4. Approval of County Board Minutes
a. Waseca County Board of Commissioners Work Session Meeting Minutes July
7, 2026
b. Waseca County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes July 7, 2026
5. Consent Agenda
a. Approval of Bills
b. June 2026 Electronic Funds Transfer Report
c. Road Closure - Waldorf City Event
d. Fund Transfer Request - Opioid Settlement Fund
e. Fund Transfer Request - SCHA Reinvestment Funds
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WASECA COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
July 21, 2026 - 9:30 AM
East Annex Public Meeting Room
300 North State Street – East Annex · Waseca, Minnesota 56093
The Waseca County Board of Commissioners met in a regular session on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, in the Commissioners Room, 300
North State Street, Waseca, Minnesota. Members present were Chair DeAnne Malterer, Brian Harguth, Brad Milbrath and Brad Krause.
Members absent include Doug Christopherson
Other members present were Michael Johnson, County Administrator; Beth Weimert, Administrative Coordinator; Brian Tomford,
Facilities Director; Tammy Spooner, Property and Election Services Director; Jim Kollar, Public Works Director/County Engineer; Tammie
Bramer, Solid Waste Supervisor; Sheriff Jay Dulas
Others present: Dana Hlebichuk, Widseth; Deb Bentley, Waseca County Pioneer
1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Malterer called the meeting to order at 9:30 a.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Public Comment
There was no public comment.
2.
Approval of Agenda
Motion to approve the Waseca County Board of Commissioners agenda with the removal of Ditch Authority by Commissioner
Milbrath, seconded by Commissioner Harguth. Motion carried 4-0.
3.
Ditch Authority
Nothing to report.
4.
Approval of County Board Minutes
Motion to approve the Waseca County Board of Commissioners work session meeting minutes of July 7, 2026, and meeting
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🌐 County-level context (Waseca County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments426 (4,108 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$933/mo (248 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy13.6% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
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Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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