Washington County public meetings in 2024

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will decide on the 2025 budget and property tax levies for Washington County and the Regional Railroad Authority. The meeting includes the adoption of a new cannabis ordinance and the final 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approval of the Washington County 2025 budget and property tax levy
• Adoption of Washington County Cannabis Ordinance #219
• Approval of the final 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Contract with Nexus Family Healing for emergency youth shelter services not to exceed $815,000
• Amendment to Washington County Community Development Agency funding to $12,280,589

The board adopted the 2025 county budget and certified a $140,479,200 property tax levy, a 5.9% increase from 2024, along with levies for the Regional Rail Authority ($660,000) and Community Development Agency ($6,578,185). It also adopted the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan, a $399 million infrastructure plan, and the county's Cannabis Ordinance #219. All votes were unanimous 5-0.

• Adopted 2025 county budget and certified $140,479,200 property tax levy (5-0)
• Certified $660,000 Regional Rail Authority levy (5-0)
• Consented to $6,578,185 Community Development Agency levy (5-0)
• Adopted 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Cannabis Ordinance #219 (5-0)
• Approved $815,000 emergency youth shelter contract with Nexus Family Healing (consent)
• Approved $390,446 electrical services contract with Collins Electrical Construction Co. (consent)
• Approved right-of-way acquisition for County Highway 19 and 80th Street (consent)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the adoption of Cannabis Ordinance #219. The meeting includes decisions on emergency housing funding, road design contracts, and land acquisitions for the Big Marine Park Reserve.

• Public hearing for adoption of Washington County Cannabis Ordinance #219
• Contract amendment adding $666,000 for emergency housing at Asteria Inn and Suites
• Contract with Alliant Engineering, Inc. for $1,924,763 for County Highway 17 and TH 36 project design
• Funding of $100,000 to the Washington County Historical Society for Heritage Center Phase II
• Resolution to acquire approximately 80 acres for Big Marine Park Reserve

The Washington County Board approved a $1,924,763 contract for road design services and authorized the purchase of land for Big Marine Park Reserve for $1,865,000. The board also adopted resolutions to adjust the American Rescue Plan Act budget and accept state funding for aquatic invasive species prevention. A public hearing on the proposed Cannabis Ordinance was held, but no action was taken; the board is scheduled to vote on it in December.

• Approved $1,924,763 contract with Alliant Engineering for CH 17/TH 36 design (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,865,000 purchase of land for Big Marine Park Reserve (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-140 to adjust ARPA budget allocations (5-0)
• Accepted $134,041 state aid for aquatic invasive species prevention (5-0)
• Approved $666,000 contract extension for emergency housing rooms (consent calendar)
• Authorized speed studies for nine county road segments (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 grant to Washington County Historical Society (consent calendar)
• Closed public hearing on Cannabis Ordinance; action deferred to Dec 17

County Board

The Washington County Board will vote on the 2025 Fee Schedule and a new Financial and Budget Policy for Other Post-Employment Benefits. The board will also approve agreements with the City of Cottage Grove and Pine Springs to provide a Mass Community Notification System.

• Approve Washington County's 2025 Fee Schedule, Policy No. 1032
• Approve Joint Powers Agreement No. 16900 with the City of Cottage Grove for CodeRED
• Approve Joint Powers Agreement No. 16918 with the City of Pine Springs for CodeRED
• Approve a new Financial and Budget Policy for Other Post-Employment Benefits
• Approve Grant Agreement No. 17024 for Adult Mental Health Initiative ($3,453,216)

The Washington County Board met on November 26, 2024, and approved a consent calendar of 18 items, a modified ethics policy, a new Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) policy with trust rebalancing, and the 2025 fee schedule. The board also directed staff to draft a separate Code of Conduct for commissioners. All votes recorded were 5-0. The board then held workshops on 2025 meeting dates and commissioner assignments, and adjourned at 5:23 p.m.

• Adopted consent calendar of 18 items (5-0)
• Approved modifying Administration Policy #1005 Code of Ethical Conduct and directed staff to draft a commissioner Code of Conduct (5-0)
• Approved new Financial and Budget Policy for OPEB and rebalancing the trust account in 2024 and 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Fee Schedule, Policy 1032 (unanimous)
• Accepted $9,300 in donations for Shop with a Cop ($300 Yellow Ribbon Network, $4,000 Creative Homes, $5,000 Walmart) as part of consent calendar
• Approved Grant Agreement No. 17024 for $3,453,216 for Adult Mental Health Initiative (consent calendar)
• Approved Contract No. 17003 with Washington Conservation District for $305,568 (consent calendar)
• Adjourned at 5:23 p.m. (unanimous)

County Board

The Washington County Board will approve routine contracts, including a $1.96 million grant for mobile crisis response, and hold public hearings on the fee schedule and capital improvement plan. The board will also set salaries for the sheriff, attorney, and administrator for 2025.

• Approve $1.96M grant for Mobile Crisis Response Services
• Approve $100,017.10 change order for roadway striping
• Public Hearing on revisions to Fee Schedule
• Public Hearing on 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan
• Set 2025 salaries for Sheriff, Attorney, and Administrator

The Board of Commissioners approved 2025 salaries for the County Sheriff, County Attorney, County Administrator, and the Commissioners themselves. Additionally, the Board formally declined a land bequest in Scandia and held public hearings regarding the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan and the 2025 fee schedule.

• Approved 2025 salary of $217,552 for Sheriff Daniel Starry (5-0)
• Approved 2025 salary of $226,855 for Attorney Kevin Magnuson (5-0)
• Approved 2025 salary of $244,608 for Administrator Kevin Corbid (5-0)
• Approved 2025 salary of $85,486 for County Commissioners (5-0)
• Declined 300-acre land bequest in Scandia (5-0)
• Approved $1,964,148 grant for mobile crisis response services (5-0)
• Approved $100,017.10 change order for roadway striping (5-0)
• Declared November 20, 2024, as GIS Day (5-0)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider a variety of consent items including park grants, fund transfers, and city agreements for a community notification system. The board is also scheduling a public hearing for a proposed cannabis ordinance and reviewing a draft Groundwater Plan.

• Public hearing set for December 3, 2024, regarding Cannabis Ordinance #219
• Metropolitan Council grant of $800,000 for Lake Elmo Park Reserve Pavement Preservation
• Regional Parks Grant of $106,937.00 for tree planting in Washington County Parks
• Joint Powers Agreements with Forest Lake, Lakeland, Landfall, Newport, Oak Park Heights, and West Lakeland Township for CodeRED notification system
• Conservation easements for parcels in the City of Woodbury (3.23 acres) and City of Afton (39.83 acres)

The Washington County Board approved two Land and Water Legacy Program conservation easements: one on a 3-acre property at 6895 Bailey Road in Woodbury with a $251,000 contribution, and another on a 40-acre parcel in Afton with a not-to-exceed contribution of $471,764. The board also adopted a 30-item consent calendar, including appointments, contracts, fund transfers, and a public hearing date for a cannabis ordinance. An amendment to the Ramsey/Washington Recycling and Energy Board Joint Powers Agreement was approved 4-1.

• Approved LWLP conservation easement in Woodbury with $251,000 contribution (5-0)
• Approved LWLP conservation easement in Afton with $471,764 not-to-exceed contribution (5-0)
• Approved MOU with City of Afton for potential reallocation of easement funds (unanimous)
• Adopted consent calendar with 30 items (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 4 to Ramsey/Washington Recycling and Energy Joint Powers Agreement (4-1)
• Adopted Resolution supporting Operation Green Light for Veterans (5-0)
• Set public hearing for Dec 3, 2024 on proposed Cannabis Ordinance #219
• Approved $800,000 grant for Lake Elmo Park Reserve pavement preservation

County Board

The Board of Commissioners is holding a series of workshops to review draft policies and project updates. No official county business or votes will take place during these meetings.

• Review of draft Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy
• Review of draft Library Collection Development Policy
• Update on Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure at County-owned locations
• Review of Land and Water Legacy Program contributions for a 39.83-acre conservation easement in Afton
• Discussion of a potential MnDOT partnership for a Trunk Highway 95 (Manning Avenue) corridor study

County Board

The Washington County Board will vote on a consent calendar containing routine business items, including the approval of a $226,162.28 software contract, multiple change orders for the North Environmental Center in Forest Lake, and agreements for a Mass Community Notification System with several municipalities.

• Approve Contract No. 16888 with CivicPlus for $226,162.28
• Approve Change Orders for North Environmental Center project in Forest Lake
• Approve Joint Powers Agreements for CodeRED Mass Community Notification System
• Approve Contract No. 16951 with Pember Companies, Inc. for $515,262.85
• Adopt resolution for Washington County's 175th Anniversary

The Washington County Board approved a $515,262.85 contract with Pember Companies for the St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park Hilltop Improvement Project, which includes razing the restroom, installing a septic system, and resurfacing the tennis court. The board also approved a $245,300 conservation easement on the Arnold property in Scandia, and adopted a consent calendar with 32 items including contracts, grants, and agreements. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $515,262.85 contract with Pember Companies for St. Croix Bluffs park project (unanimous)
• Approved $245,300 conservation easement on Arnold property in Scandia (5-0)
• Adopted consent calendar with 32 items including CivicPlus contract, grants, and agreements (5-0)
• Approved $226,162.28 contract with CivicPlus for website services (consent)
• Approved resolution authorizing MPCA recycling grant application (consent)
• Approved resolution authorizing Solar on Public Buildings grant application (consent)
• Approved resolution accepting Carver County radio equipment donation (5-0)
• Approved resolution honoring retiring Assistant County Attorney Susan Tice (5-0)

County Board

The Washington County Board will approve a consent calendar of routine business, including contracts for snow removal, software, and library construction, and set public hearings for fee schedule revisions and the 2025 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approval of $1,396,944 electrical contract for LEC Remodel Phase 2
• Approval of $697,714 VMware Cloud Foundation license
• Approval of $171,750 Cottage Grove Police Department contract
• Approval of $165,235 Maternal and Child Health Block Grant
• Public hearing set for November 19, 2024, regarding 2025 Fee Schedule

The board approved two contracts for the Law Enforcement Center remodel Phase 2: $357,600 for mechanical work and $1,396,944 for electrical work, both unanimously. It also approved a $909,117 architectural design contract for the Park Grove Library project and a 27-item consent calendar including a $697,714 VMware license purchase and a resolution to acquire right-of-way for the CSAH 17/TH 36 interchange. No decisions were made on the opioid settlement funding, which was presented as an update.

• Approved $357,600 mechanical contract with Modern Piping for LEC Remodel Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,396,944 electrical contract with Medina Electric for LEC Remodel Phase 2 (unanimous)
• Approved $909,117 architectural design contract with Alliiance Architects for Park Grove Library (unanimous)
• Adopted consent calendar including $697,714 VMware license purchase and right-of-way acquisition resolution (5-0)
• Reappointed Lisa Young as County Assessor for 2025-2028 term (consent calendar)
• Approved $371,695.94 snow removal contract with Prescription Landscape (consent calendar)
• Approved $65,987.01 snow removal contract with Titan Companies (consent calendar)
• Approved $171,750 agreement with Cottage Grove Police Department (consent calendar)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners is conducting a series of workshops to review planning studies and departmental updates. No official county business or votes will take place during these meetings.

• Planning study for Trunk Highway 95 (Manning Avenue) corridor between TH 61 and Highway 94
• Update on the Workforce Development Division
• Review of Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) programming and zebra mussels in Big Carnelian
• Review of county park boat launch management requests
• Review of recommended Performance Measures & Indicators Report

County Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners will vote on a long-term solid waste management plan and various infrastructure funding agreements. The meeting includes a closed session regarding a property purchase for Big Marine Park Reserve and workshops on the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approval of the 2024-2042 Washington County Solid Waste Management Plan
• Amendment to secure $300,000 in MnDOT funding for the TH 36 and Hadley Interchange Project
• Acceptance of a $225,000 Port Security Grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• Change order of $16,522.25 for landscaping at the North Environmental Center in Forest Lake
• Installation of an all-way stop at CSAH 12 (Myrtle Street W) and Brick Street S/Birchwood Drive

The Washington County Board of Commissioners approved the 2024-2042 Solid Waste Management Plan, which will guide county waste activities and be submitted to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. The board also approved several other items, including reappointing William Armstrong to the Valley Branch Watershed District, appointing Larry Odebrecht to the Brown's Creek Watershed District, and authorizing an all-way stop at CSAH 12 and Brick Street. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Adopted 2024-2042 Solid Waste Management Plan (5-0)
• Reappointed William Armstrong to Valley Branch Watershed District (5-0)
• Appointed Larry Odebrecht to Brown's Creek Watershed District (5-0)
• Approved $16,522.25 change order for North Environmental Center landscaping (5-0)
• Approved $300,000 MnDOT funding amendment for TH 36/Hadley Interchange (5-0)
• Accepted $225,000 FY2024 Port Security Grant (5-0)
• Authorized all-way stop at CSAH 12 & Brick Street (5-0)
• Approved Imagine 2050 comment letter (unanimous)

County Board

The Washington County Board will vote on a $4.5 million fund balance transfer to cover METRO Gold Line costs and certify the 2025 property tax levy and budget. The meeting also includes approval of contracts for the North Environmental Center and solar panel installation at the Central Service and License Center.

• Approve $4.5M fund balance transfer for METRO Gold Line
• Certify 2025 property tax levy and budget
• Approve solar panels at Central Service and License Center
• Approve contracts for North Environmental Center project
• Approve METRO Gold Line maintenance agreements

The Board adopted the proposed 2025 budgets and certified property tax levies, including a $140.48 million levy for Washington County. The Board also approved several contracts for the Central Service and License Center and METRO Gold Line maintenance.

• Approved proposed 2025 property tax levy of $140,479,200 (5-0)
• Approved proposed 2025 Regional Rail Authority levy of $660,000 (5-0)
• Consented to proposed 2025 Community Development Agency levy up to $6,578,185 (5-0)
• Approved use of up to $4.5M from South Shop Reserve Fund for METRO Gold Line shortfall (5-0)
• Approved $191,014 contract with Energy Concepts for solar panels at Central Service and License Center (unanimous)
• Approved $859,040 agreement with Metropolitan Council for Gold Line snow removal equipment (unanimous)
• Accepted $5,420 donation from Joshua’s Hope for the Drug Task Force (5-0)
• Approved naming the new building 'Washington County Central Service and License Center' (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will review the 2025 recommended budgets for the Attorney's Office and the overall county budget. The meeting includes votes on infrastructure contracts and grant applications for park restoration.

• Contract for $281,598.80 with Nadeau Companies, Inc. for Ravine Park Drainage Improvements Project
• $116,100 grant agreement amendment with Minnesota Housing Finance Agency for homeless prevention services
• Grant applications for habitat restoration at Big Marine Park Reserve and Lake Elmo Park Reserve
• Contract extension with Century Link Total Advantage Express for PRI phone services
• Joint Powers Agreement for election recount services with the Minnesota Secretary of State

The board approved a $281,598.80 contract with Nadeau Companies, Inc. for drainage improvements at Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park, funded by fund balance and a watershed district grant. It also adopted the consent calendar, including a $116,100 grant for homeless prevention and a phone services contract extension. The board held closed sessions for litigation and the county administrator's performance review, and later reviewed the 2025 recommended budget in a workshop.

• Approved Contract No. 16829 for $281,598.80 with Nadeau Companies, Inc. for Cottage Grove Ravine drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Calendar 4-0, including minutes, Resolution 2024-094 for FHPAP grant, phone contract amendment, election recount joint powers agreement, and two grant applications
• Approved Resolution 2024-094 accepting $116,100 additional FHPAP grant funding, delegating signature authority to Community Services Director
• Approved amendment to Contract No. 14285 with CenturyLink extending phone services through September 15, 2025
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement No. 253368 for election recount services with the State of Minnesota
• Approved grant applications to Conservation Partners Legacy Grant Program for habitat restoration at Big Marine and Lake Elmo Park Reserves
• Moved into closed session for active litigation (Evans v. Washington County)
• Moved into closed session for annual performance review of County Administrator Kevin Corbid

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and change orders for the Law Enforcement Center and park equipment removal. Following the meeting, the board will hold workshops to review recommended 2025 budgets and the county solid waste management plan.

• Increase Tree Trust contract (No. 15465) from $120,000 to $677,849
• Contract with Redeemer Services, Inc. not to exceed $30,000
• Grant award of $963,000 from Bureau of Justice Assistance FY 2024 Byrne Discretionary Program
• Agreement with Kids Around the World, Inc. for playground equipment removal at Lake Elmo Park Reserve and St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
• Law Enforcement Center Improvement Project change orders for Wallraff Electric Company and Commercial Drywall

The board approved a consent calendar including a $963,000 Byrne Discretionary Grant for the Sheriff's Office, contract amendments, and change orders for the Law Enforcement Center project. It also approved two agreements with Kids Around the World, Inc. to remove and sell playground equipment at Lake Elmo Park Reserve and St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park at no cost to the county. Resolutions proclaiming September as Library Card Sign-up Month and National Preparedness Month were adopted. No emergency declaration was recommended for recent storm damage, as costs did not meet the threshold.

• Approved $963,000 Byrne Discretionary Grant for Sheriff's Office (5-0)
• Approved Agreement No. 16751 with Kids Around the World for playground equipment removal at Lake Elmo Park Reserve (unanimous)
• Approved Agreement No. 16759 with Kids Around the World for playground equipment removal at St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-092 proclaiming September 2024 as Library Card Sign-up Month (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-093 proclaiming September 2024 as National Preparedness Month (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including contract amendment with Tree Trust ($677,849) and change orders for LEC project

County Board

The County Board is deciding on several infrastructure contracts and personnel changes. The body will also review 2023 financial audit highlights and hold budget workshops for 2025.

• Contract No. 16746 for $1,351,390.85 with Forest Lake Contracting, Inc. for North Environmental Center Bid Package 3
• Purchase orders totaling $644,555.05 with Landscape Structures and Flagship Recreation for St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park Hilltop Improvement Project
• Contract No. 16728 for $173,798 with Miller Utilities LLC for Central Service and License Center fiber connection
• Amendment No. 2 for Contract No. 15229 with Matrix-NDI adding $180,000
• Reappointment of Celia Wirth to the Brown's Creek Watershed District

The board approved a $1.35 million contract with Forest Lake Contracting for the North Environmental Center Bid Package #3, along with two purchase orders for play equipment at St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park. It also adopted the consent calendar, which included reappointing Celia Wirth to the Brown's Creek Watershed District, approving a new security camera policy, and extending 10 FTE positions. The 2023 CAPER report was approved for submission to HUD. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Contract No. 16746 for $1,351,390.85 with Forest Lake Contracting for North Environmental Center Bid Package #3 (unanimous)
• Approved Purchase Order No. 27352 for $283,255.02 with Landscape Structures for St. Croix Bluffs play equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Purchase Order No. 27394 for $361,300.03 with Flagship Recreation for play equipment installation (unanimous)
• Approved Contract No. 16748 for $128,851.63 with JM Hauling for trail stabilization (unanimous)
• Adopted Consent Calendar including Resolution 2024-088 reappointing Celia Wirth to Brown's Creek Watershed District (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-090 for 2023 CAPER submission to HUD (5-0)
• Approved Contract No. 16728 for $173,798 with Miller Utilities for fiber connection (part of consent calendar)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. 15229 with Matrix-NDI adding $180,000 (part of consent calendar)

County Board

The Washington County Board will vote on a consent calendar containing routine approvals, including revisions to several county policies and the appointment of a Workforce Development Board member. The board will also authorize contracts for the North Environmental Center and approve grant agreements totaling over $1.7 million for park improvements at St. Croix Bluffs and Lake Elmo.

• Appoint Lori Tapani to Workforce Development Board
• Approve Change Order #5 for North Environmental Center ($1,750)
• Approve grant agreement for St. Croix Bluffs Hilltop Area ($1,429,662.31)
• Approve grant agreement for Lake Elmo Park Reserve ($1,053,680.96)
• Approve contracts for North Environmental Center ($14,759.93 - $16,238)

The Washington County Board approved a consent calendar including a $1,193,465 Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) special assessment for a solar system at 8301 95th St S in Cottage Grove, plus multiple park grants and change orders. Separately, the board approved two Metropolitan Council grants and a $1,094,824.37 purchase order for a new play area at Lake Elmo Park Reserve, and authorized a joint powers agreement for a 2025 resident survey with three other counties. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved PACE special assessment of $1,193,465 for solar system at 8301 95th St S, Cottage Grove (5-0)
• Approved Park Legacy Grant SG-23P4-10-01 for $1,053,680.96 for Lake Elmo Park Reserve play structure (5-0)
• Approved Park Modernization Grant SG-24P5-10-01 for $700,000 for Lake Elmo Park Reserve play structure (5-0)
• Approved Purchase Order No. 27353 for $1,094,824.37 with Midwest Playscapes for Lake Elmo Park Reserve play area (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-087 authorizing joint powers agreement for 2025 resident survey with Dakota, Olmsted, and St. Louis counties (5-0)
• Approved 23-item consent calendar including school resource officer contracts with ISD 832 and ISD 834 (5-0)

County Board

The Washington County Board will hold workshops to review the recommended 2025 Public Works budget and the Washington County Regional Railroad Authority budget. The board will also review local cannabis regulation duties and discuss items for a county retail cannabis registration ordinance.

• Review 2025 Public Works budget
• Review 2025 Washington County Regional Railroad Authority budget
• Review local cannabis regulation duties
• Discuss items for county retail cannabis registration ordinance

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will vote on a new five-year strategic plan and various infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes workshops to review recommended 2025 budgets for the countywide system, internal services, and the Community Development Agency.

• Adoption of the 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan
• $757,565.89 contract with Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for Lake Elmo Park Reserve Pavement Preservation
• $642,032.07 purchase order with AVI Systems, Inc. for boardroom audio/visual project
• $240,845 contract with Cyclomedia Technology for street level imagery services
• $165,795.10 contract with Nadeau Companies for County Road 71 Culvert Replacement

The board approved the 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan, a $642,032.07 audio/visual upgrade for the boardroom, and several contracts including a $757,565.89 road project. It also reappointed David Bakke to the watershed district, established an Absentee Ballot Board, and recognized August as Minnesota Breastfeeding Month. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan (5-0)
• Approved $642,032.07 A/V boardroom contract with AVI Systems (5-0)
• Approved $757,565.89 Lake Elmo Park Reserve pavement contract with Bituminous Roadways (5-0)
• Reappointed David Bakke to Comfort Lake-Forest Lake Watershed District (5-0)
• Established Absentee Ballot Board via Resolution 2024-085 (5-0)
• Approved $240,845 Cyclomedia street imagery contract (5-0)
• Approved $220,236 change order for Stillwater heating/cooling (5-0)
• Approved $165,795.10 culvert replacement contract with Nadeau Companies (5-0)

County Board

The Washington County Board will hold three workshops on July 30, 2024, to discuss the Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan, upcoming playground projects, and the 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan. No official business or votes will be taken during these sessions.

• Review playground concepts at Lake Elmo Park Reserve Swim Pond and St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park Hilltop area
• Discuss 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan
• Overview of the Community Corrections Comprehensive Plan

County Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss infrastructure contracts, grant applications, and road jurisdiction transfers. The agenda includes several funding approvals for homeless prevention and human services.

• Contract for $1,278,402.50 with Bituminous Roadways, Inc. for Lake Elmo Park Reserve – Eagle Point Trailhead Improvement Project
• Amendment of $749,985 with SRF Consulting, Inc. for County Highway 13 (Radio Drive) Improvement Project
• Contract for $272,758 with Minnesota Petroleum Service, Inc. for North Shop Fuel Vault Replacement Project
• Grant applications for $500,000 (Saint Paul Foundation) and $200,000 (Minnesota Office of Justice Programs)
• Transfer of jurisdiction for a one-mile segment of Trunk Highway 120 (Century Avenue North) from the State to Washington and Ramsey counties

The board approved a $1,278,402.50 contract with Bituminous Roadways for the Eagle Point Trailhead Improvement Project at Lake Elmo Park Reserve, and a $749,985 amendment with SRF Consulting for final design of the CSAH 13 (Radio Drive) Improvement Project. It also adopted a resolution to acquire right-of-way for CSAH 13, approved a $272,758 contract for the North Shop Fuel Vault Replacement, and transferred jurisdiction of a one-mile segment of TH 120 to the counties. All votes were 4-0 except the TH 120 transfer, which passed 3-1.

• Approved $1,278,402.50 contract with Bituminous Roadways for Eagle Point Trailhead Improvement (unanimous)
• Approved $749,985 amendment with SRF Consulting for CSAH 13 final design (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to acquire right-of-way for CSAH 13 (Radio Drive) Improvement (4-0)
• Approved $272,758 contract with Minnesota Petroleum Service for North Shop Fuel Vault Replacement (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution transferring TH 120 jurisdiction from MnDOT to Washington and Ramsey County (3-1)
• Adopted amended ARPA Project Plan reallocating funds among projects (4-0)
• Adopted consent calendar including grants, contracts, and policy approvals (4-0)
• Accepted $3,134.20 in 2nd quarter donations (4-0)

County Board

The Washington County Board will consider adopting the 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan. The meeting also includes workshops regarding solid waste management, highway jurisdictional transfers, and the American Rescue Plan Act recovery plan.

• Adoption of the 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan
• $8,074 change order for North Environmental Center walls with Axel H. Ohman, Inc.
• Amendment to Sex Trafficking Investigations Grant Agreement No. 14614
• Jurisdictional transfer discussion for Trunk Highway 120 (Century Avenue North)
• American Rescue Plan Act 2024 Recovery Plan workshop

The Board postponed approval of the 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan to a future workshop following a presentation and public comments. The Board also approved several consent calendar items, including a construction change order and a grant amendment.

• Approved June 18, 2024, meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved $8,074 change order with Axel H. Ohman, Inc. for North Environmental Center (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Minnesota Department of Public Safety Sex Trafficking Investigations Grant (5-0)
• Tabled 2024-2029 Countywide Strategic Plan to a future workshop (unanimous)

County Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners held an emergency meeting on June 28, 2024. The board considered a resolution to declare a state of emergency related to flooding conditions.

• Resolution declaring a State of Emergency in Washington County related to flooding conditions

The Washington County Board met in an emergency session on June 28, 2024, and adopted Resolution No. 2024-073 declaring a state of emergency due to 2024 summer flooding conditions. The resolution activates the county Emergency Operations Plan and remains in effect for 30 days or until emergency response or recovery efforts are no longer required. Emergency Services Manager Doug Berglund reported rising river levels, debris removal near the Grey Cloud Island Drive bridge, and a potential evacuation order for Grey Cloud Island residents. The motion passed 5-0 by roll call; the meeting adjourned at 2:11 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-073 declaring a state of emergency in Washington County due to flooding (5-0 roll call)
• Activated the county Emergency Operations Plan as part of the emergency declaration
• Set the state of emergency to continue 30 days or until emergency response/recovery is no longer required
• Adjourned the emergency meeting at 2:11 p.m. (unanimous)

County Board

The board will review outcomes from the 2024 legislative session and discuss maintenance agreements for the METRO Gold Line. Members will also consider a potential conservation easement project on approximately 76 acres in Scandia. Several routine contracts and donations are scheduled for approval via the consent calendar.

• $251,081 contract with Dering Pierson Group for Lake Elmo Contact Station Upgrade Project
• $225,400 grant amendment for Housing Supports for Adults with Serious Mental Illness program
• Three maintenance and operations agreements for METRO Gold Line
• Potential 76-acre conservation easement project in the City of Scandia
• $5,001.75 Comcast agreement for Valley Library internet and phone services

The Board approved a $251,081 contract for the Lake Elmo Park Reserve Contact Station upgrade and authorized participation in the Sporleder v. State settlement. Commissioners also accepted several donations for county parks and fire equipment, and approved various administrative and grant agreements.

• Approved $251,081 contract for Lake Elmo Park Reserve upgrades (5-0)
• Authorized participation in Sporleder v. State settlement (5-0)
• Accepted $3,500 donation for Point Douglas Park bench (5-0)
• Accepted $1,000 donation for Lake Elmo Park Reserve pavement (5-0)
• Accepted donation of six fire suppression tools (5-0)
• Approved $225,400 grant amendment for mental health services (5-0)
• Approved $5,001.75 library phone and internet agreement (5-0)
• Added 1.0 FTE Special Project Inventory Specialist position (5-0)

County Board

The Board is reviewing several contract approvals and personnel policy updates. These include significant funding for information technology, law enforcement services, and road improvements.

• $1,713,916.20 contract with RingCentral, Inc.
• $1,076,140 contract with LDV Inc. for the Sheriff's Office
• $399,600 contract with Stonebrooke Engineering Inc. for County Road 74
• Property purchase at 9826 East Point Douglas Road South in Cottage Grove
• Multiple change orders for Law Enforcement Center training room modifications

The Washington County Board approved a $1,713,916.20 contract for a new countywide phone system and a $1,076,140 contract for a new mobile command vehicle for the Sheriff's Office. The board also accepted $400,000 in Metropolitan Council Park Equity Grants for projects including an inclusive playground and cultural studies, and approved a $399,600 design contract for County Road 74 improvements. Additionally, the board adopted resolutions recognizing Pride Month and Park and Recreation Month.

• Approved $1,713,916.20 contract with RingCentral, Inc. for countywide phone system (unanimous)
• Approved $1,076,140 contract with LDV Inc. for Sheriff's Office mobile command vehicle (unanimous)
• Approved $400,000 in Park Equity Grants for seven projects including playgrounds and cultural studies (unanimous)
• Approved $399,600 design contract with Stonebrooke Engineering Inc. for County Road 74 improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $406,722 Metropolitan Council grant for Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park acquisition (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-067 proclaiming June 2024 as Pride Month (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-066 proclaiming July 2024 as Park and Recreation Month (4-0)
• Approved seven change orders for Law Enforcement Center space modifications totaling approx. $210K (unanimous)

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The Board will review deer population management options for County Parks and Lands, specifically focusing on St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park. Other discussions include new Tax Forfeited Land legislation and an update on the Emergency Housing Services Building.

• Review of deer population management at St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
• Discussion of 2025 Ramsey/Washington Recycling & Energy Board budgets
• Update on the Emergency Housing Services Building
• Discussion of new Tax Forfeited Land legislation and procedure
• Discussion of Sporleder litigation legislation and settlement

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The board will review several infrastructure contracts, including a $2.1 million pavement preservation project for CSAH 13. Other items include a Highway 96 corridor study and a law library fee increase. A closed session will also review property appraisals for the Big Marine Park Reserve.

• $2,138,495.10 contract with Valley Paving, Inc. for CSAH 13 pavement preservation
• $266,594 contract amendment for CSAH 5 (Stonebridge Trail) improvements
• $396,140 contract for the Highway 96 Corridor Study
• Law Library fee increase from $12 to $15
• Rejection of all bids for the CSAH 2 Rehabilitation Project

The Washington County Board approved a $2,138,495.10 contract with Valley Paving, Inc. for the CSAH 13 (50th St N) Pavement Preservation project and rejected all bids for the CSAH 2 Rehabilitation project after the low bid came in 40% over the engineer's estimate. The Board also approved a law library fee increase from $12 to $15 effective July 1, 2024, and several other contracts and agreements on the consent calendar and in public works. All votes recorded were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0), including May 14 and May 21 minutes, Bigham as NACo voting delegate, TIF District No. 3 comment letter, Bayport American Legion Post 491 off-site gambling resolution, $208,175 emergency preparedness grant, KONE elevator maintenance PO, $266,594 Kimley-Horn contract amendment, and mutual aid agreement with MN Dept. of Corrections
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-061 proclaiming June 1–August 17, 2024 as Summer at Your Library (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-062 approving law library fee increase from $12 to $15 effective July 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Contract No. 16483 for $2,138,495.10 with Valley Paving, Inc. for CSAH 13 (50th St N) Pavement Preservation project (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-063 entering into Limited Use Permit 8286-0088 with MnDOT for trail along CSAH 13 (5-0)
• Approved Cooperative Maintenance Agreement No. 16484 with City of Oakdale for trail maintenance along CSAH 13 (unanimous)
• Approved Consultant Contract No. 16459 with TKDA for $297,700 for design services for CSAH 13 (Inwood Avenue North) Pavement Preservation project (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids opened May 21, 2024 for CSAH 2 Rehabilitation project; staff will re-post the bid (unanimous)

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The Washington County Board of Commissioners will vote on several infrastructure contracts, including jail hardware replacements and road striping. The board will also discuss grant applications for community resources and the Land and Water Legacy Program.

• Contract No. 16431 with Stronghold Industries, Inc. for $1,142,000 for jail detention hardware
• Contract No. 16460 with Sir Lines-A-Lot LLC for $230,380 for 2024 Latex Striping Project
• Contract No. 16432 with Parkos Construction Company for $200,800 for jail carpentry
• Grant applications for community resource centers (up to $750,000) and Bush Prize (up to $500,000)
• Adoption of Washington County Parks Ordinance #218

The Washington County Board adopted a 2024-2026 funding plan for the Land and Water Legacy Program, directing $3.4 million in 2024 interest earnings and $1 million in 2023 mission directed pooled funds to the program, on a 4-1 vote. The board also adopted a revised Parks Ordinance #218, repealing Ordinance #213, and approved a $1,142,000 contract for jail detention door hardware and a $200,800 carpentry contract. A motion to amend the Land and Water Legacy resolution to add clauses about a 2024 referendum failed for lack of a second. The board endorsed a constitutional amendment to renew lottery funding for the Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund.

• Adopted 2024-2026 Land and Water Legacy funding plan: $3.4M interest earnings + $1M mission directed funds (4-1, Clasen nay)
• Motion to amend Land and Water Legacy resolution (adding referendum clauses) failed for lack of a second
• Adopted Parks Ordinance #218, repealing Ordinance #213 effective May 21, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved Contract No. 16431 with Stronghold Industries Inc. for $1,142,000 for jail detention door hardware (unanimous)
• Approved Contract No. 16432 with Parkos Construction Company for $200,800 for jail carpentry (unanimous)
• Approved Contract No. 16460 with Sir Lines-A-Lot LLC for $230,380 for 2024 Latex Striping Project (consent calendar)
• Accepted Metropolitan Council Grant Agreement SG-24P1-10-01 for Big Marine Park Reserve acquisition (5-0)
• Endorsed constitutional amendment to reauthorize lottery funds for Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund (unanimous)

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The Board of Commissioners will consider several routine business items including appointments and grant agreements. Key discussions include paving projects for CSAH 5 and a crack seal program, as well as a land donation review for a park in Scandia.

• $715,016 grant agreement for Family Homeless Prevention and Assistance Program services
• Contract No. 16428 with OMG Midwest, Inc. for $2,137,733.34 (CSAH 5 Pavement Preservation)
• Contract No. 16436 with Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for $228,075 (2024 Crack Seal Program)
• Liquor license renewal for Cenco Farms Inc., Afton Apple Orchard
• Temporary liquor license for Bayport American Legion Post 491

The Washington County Board approved resolutions to issue up to $30 million in general obligation bonds for the Central Service & License Center and Central Park Building improvements, as well as $14.5 million in refunding bonds. The board also awarded a $2.1 million contract for pavement preservation on County State Aid Highway 5 in Stillwater and accepted a $715,016 grant for homeless prevention services. Additionally, the board reappointed and appointed three managers to the Carnelian Marine St Croix Watershed District.

• Approved issuance of up to $30M in CIP bonds for Central Service & License Center and Central Park Building (5-0)
• Approved issuance of up to $14.5M in refunding bonds to reduce debt service costs (5-0)
• Approved $2,137,733.34 contract with OMG Midwest for CSAH 5 pavement preservation in Stillwater (unanimous)
• Approved $228,075 contract with Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for 2024 Crack Seal program (unanimous)
• Authorized acceptance of $715,016 Minnesota Housing Finance Agency grant for homeless prevention (5-0)
• Reappointed Paul Richert to third term on Carnelian Marine St Croix Watershed District (5-0)
• Appointed Fred Rozumalski and Thomas (Pat) Gleason to first terms on Carnelian Marine St Croix Watershed District (5-0)
• Proclaimed May 12-18 as Law Enforcement Week and May 15 as Law Enforcement Memorial Day (5-0)

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The County Board will hold a public hearing regarding the issuance of General Obligation Capital Improvement Plan bonds. The board is also reviewing a collective bargaining agreement for the Deputy Sheriff Unit and a school district boundary realignment in Afton.

• Public hearing for issuance of up to $30 million in General Obligation Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) bonds
• Approval of 2024-25 Collective Bargaining Agreement for LELS Local 214 - Deputy Sheriff Unit
• Proposed school district boundary realignment for 5732 Oakridge Ct S in Afton
• Approval of Workforce Development Division's Regional and Local Plan for WIOA (2024-2028)
• Resolution for new Certificate of Title for real property in the City of Newport

The Board held a public hearing regarding the issuance of up to $30 million in general obligation bonds to fund a new public service building and park improvements. The Board also approved several proclamations, a school district boundary realignment, and federal funding requests.

• Approved 2024-25 Collective Bargaining Agreement for LELS Local 214 - Deputy Sheriff Unit
• Authorized issuance of new Certificate of Title for real property in Newport (4-0)
• Approved realignment of school district boundary for 5732 Oakridge Court South from SD 834 to SD 833 (4-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 as Mental Health Awareness Month (4-0)
• Proclaimed May 2024 as Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (4-0)
• Proclaimed May 5-11, 2024, as National Correctional Officers Week (4-0)
• Accepted $1,914.28 in 1st quarter 2024 donations (4-0)
• Authorized FY2025 Congressionally Directed Spending requests for seven projects (4-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will consider several staffing requests, liquor license applications, and public works contracts. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a proposed Parks Ordinance and a workshop on Land and Water Legacy Program funding.

• Consultant contract for CSAH 5 (Olive Street) Improvement Project: $199,901
• Contract with Berwald Roofing Inc. for metal panels: $1,073,967
• Amendment to Kraus-Anderson Construction Company contract: $396,336
• Contract with Marie Ridgeway LICSW LLC up to $150,000 per year
• Public hearing for proposed Washington County Parks Ordinance #218

The Board approved several construction contracts and amendments for the Central Service and License Center. It also adopted annual action plans for federal housing grants and held a public hearing on proposed updates to the county parks ordinance.

• Approved $1,073,967 contract with Berwald Roofing Inc. for metal panels
• Approved $396,336 amendment for Kraus-Anderson Construction general conditions
• Approved 2024 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs (4-0)
• Approved amendment to 2023 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs (4-0)
• Approved $199,901 contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates Inc. for CSAH 5 design
• Requested $4 million in FY25 Congressionally Directed Spending for CSAH 32 project
• Approved letter of support for $400,000 state appropriation for Lions Levee Park bridge
• Approved 2024-25 Collective Bargaining Agreements for MNPEA Public Safety Telecommunicators and Correctional Officer units

County Board

The Washington County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts, collective bargaining agreements, and right-of-way acquisitions. The board is also scheduling a public hearing for May 7, 2024, regarding bonds to fund the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Public hearing on May 7, 2024, for general obligation bonds for the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
• Contract No. 16392 with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for $328,120.00
• Consultant Contract No. 16292 with SRF Consulting, Inc. for $569,280 for 58th Street Extension/County Highway 15 South Segment Project
• Traffic Safety Vehicle Grant Agreement No. 16375 with Minnesota Department of Public Safety for $72,325
• Collective Bargaining Agreements with LELS Local 372 Commander Unit and Assistant Washington County Attorney's Association

The County Board approved a design contract and right-of-way acquisition for the 58th Street/County Highway 15 project. The Board also approved several collective bargaining agreements and joint powers agreements for election services.

• Approved $569,280 contract with SRF Consulting Inc. for 58th Street Extension design (unanimous)
• Approved right-of-way acquisition for 58th Street/County Highway 15 extension (4-0)
• Approved $328,120 contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved 2024-25 Collective Bargaining Agreements with LELS Local 372 and Assistant Washington County Attorney's Association (4-0)
• Approved joint powers agreements for election services with Mahtomedi, Newport, and Stillwater (unanimous)
• Approved $72,325 Traffic Safety Vehicle Grant Agreement with MN Dept of Public Safety (4-0)
• Approved donation of nine fire suppression tools valued at approximately $6,192 (4-0)
• Set Public Hearing for May 7, 2024, regarding general obligation bonds for 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (4-0)

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The Washington County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve several infrastructure contracts and housing tax credit plans. The session includes a Regional Rail Authority meeting and workshops on transit funding and the Countywide Strategic Plan.

• Contract No. 16340 for $7,374,385.02 with Valley Paving Inc for the CSAH 12 Improvement Project
• Contract No. 16335 for $414,964.10 with Nadeau Companies for the Newport Outlot A Pond Improvement Project
• Grant Agreement No. 16376 for $580,000.00 in HOME-ARP funds for the Community Development Agency
• 2024-2025 Tentative Agreement with Teamsters Local 320 (Probation Officers)
• Resolution to accept a $30,000 anonymous donation for the Washington County Library

The Washington County Board approved a $7,374,385.02 contract with Valley Paving Inc. for improvements to County State Aid Highway 12. The board also adopted updated Qualified Allocation Plans for the Housing Tax Credit Program for 2023-2026, which include changes to affordability and preservation incentives. Additionally, the board accepted a $580,000 federal grant for community development and adopted 2025 budget principles.

• Approved $7,374,385.02 contract with Valley Paving Inc. for CSAH 12 improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted 2025-2026 Housing Tax Credit Qualified Allocation Plan and amended 2023-2024 plan (5-0)
• Approved $580,000 HOME American Rescue Plan grant agreement with Community Development Agency (5-0)
• Adopted 2025 Budget Principles (unanimous)
• Approved three cooperative agreements with City of Mahtomedi for CSAH 12 maintenance and signals (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 library donation from anonymous donor (5-0)
• Approved tentative agreement with Teamsters Local 320 (Probation Officers) (5-0)
• Proclaimed April 1-7, 2024, as National Public Health Week (5-0)

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The County Board will vote on several infrastructure projects, including road reconstruction and trail improvements. The meeting also covers conservation easement applications and various service contracts.

• Contract No. 16287 with Eureka Construction for $5,269,606.90 for CSAH 33 (Everton Avenue) Pedestrian and Safety Improvement Project
• Contract No. 16290 with Sunram Construction Inc. for $295,934.00 for the CR 74 Shared Use Trail
• Right of way and easement acquisitions for County Highway 32 reconstruction in Forest Lake
• Contracts with AXIS Healthcare LLC ($30,000) and Handy Help LLC ($30,000)
• Grant applications for 'Herreid', 'Cremens', and 'Thomas' conservation easement projects

The County Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including a major safety improvement project for CSAH 33 and a shared-use trail on CR 74. The Board also authorized the acquisition of right-of-way for County Highway 32 and approved several grant applications for natural areas.

• Approved $5,259,606.90 contract with Eureka Construction for CSAH 33 project
• Approved $295,934.00 contract with Sunram Construction Inc. for CR 74 trail
• Authorized purchase of right-of-way and easements for County Highway 32
• Approved $259,324.00 Safe Routes to Schools grant agreement
• Approved letter opposing 'Missing Middle Housing Bill' regarding local control
• Approved $30,000 contracts each for AXIS Healthcare LLC and Handy Help LLC
• Approved FY 2025 Congressionally Directed Spending requests for 5 projects
• Approved modified lease agreement with Landfall Village Housing and Redevelopment Authority

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The Washington County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts for vehicle procurement and road improvements. The board will also review the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District program plan and budget.

• Purchase Order No. 27214 with Tenvoorde Ford for $544,486.56 for fleet vehicles
• Consultant contract No. 16293 with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. for $499,377.57 for CSAH 19 and 80th Street intersection design
• Contract No. 16260 with Valley Paving, Inc. for $233,417.24 for CSAH 29 Pavement Preservation Project
• Proposed Washington County Park Ordinance #218 with a public hearing set for April 23, 2024
• Donation of $11,000 from Operation Underground Railroad

The Board approved several infrastructure contracts, including pavement preservation and intersection design. They also accepted a $11,000 donation for anti-trafficking efforts and approved a new fleet vehicle purchase.

• Approved $544,486.56 purchase order with Tenvoorde Ford for fleet vehicles (4-0)
• Approved $233,417.24 contract with Valley Paving, Inc. for CSAH 29 Pavement Preservation (unanimous)
• Approved $499,377.57 consultant contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. for CSAH 19 and 80th Street intersection design (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for the 2024 Crack Sealing Project (unanimous)
• Approved $11,000 donation from Operation Underground Railroad for child sex trafficking investigations
• Reappointed Emily Stephens to the South Washington Watershed District (term May 1, 2024 – April 30, 2027)
• Approved 2024-2025 Tentative Agreement with LELS Local #215 – Deputy Sheriff Sergeants Unit
• Set public hearing for April 23, 2024, on proposed Washington County Park Ordinance #218

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The Washington County Board of Commissioners will consider several infrastructure contracts and equipment purchases. The board is also reviewing human resources policies and appointing members to advisory councils.

• Contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. for $497,903 for CSAH 18 and Settlers Ridge Parkway intersection design
• Contract with HR Green, Inc. for $399,595.70 for the CSAH 16 Corridor Study
• Purchase of an 821G Case Loader for $295,178.00 from Titan Machinery
• Purchase order with Collier IT for $204,150.76
• Amendment for $164,500 with Kraus-Anderson Construction for the Law Enforcement Center Improvement project

The Board approved design contracts for intersection and corridor improvements in Woodbury. It also appointed 15 members to the Washington County Opioid Settlement Community Council and approved several purchase orders and liquor license renewals.

• Approved $497,903 contract with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. for CSAH 18 and Settlers Ridge Parkway intersection design (Unanimous)
• Approved $399,595.70 contract with HR Green, Inc. for CSAH 16 Corridor Study (Unanimous)
• Appointed 15 members to the Washington County Opioid Settlement Community Council (5-0)
• Approved $295,178.00 purchase order for a Case Loader from Titan Machinery (5-0)
• Approved $204,150.76 purchase order with Collier IT (5-0)
• Approved $164,500 contract amendment for Law Enforcement Center Improvement project (5-0)
• Approved modified HR policies #5025 and #5030, and eliminated policy #5203 (5-0)
• Approved amended letter to Metropolitan Council regarding Woodbury Microtransit Demonstration Project (Unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will vote on several construction change orders for the North Environmental Center and approve contracts for road and bridge programs. The meeting also includes appointments for 2024 election canvass boards and requests for temporary liquor licenses at the county fairgrounds.

• Contract with WSB & Associates Inc. for $875,670.00 for road and bridge project administration
• Contract with Greystone Construction for $451,420.00 for the Public Works North Shop Salt Shed
• Purchase Order with Millerbernd Manufacturing Company for $211,936 for County Highway 12
• Six change orders for the North Environmental Center ranging from $51,347 to $308,396.99
• Approval to add 3.0 FTE Deputy Sheriff positions

The Washington County Board approved six change orders for the North Environmental Center project, totaling approximately $792,000, and awarded contracts for road construction support and a new salt shed. The board also adopted a consent calendar approving liquor licenses for county fair events, a gambling exemption for the Lions Club, and the addition of three deputy sheriff positions. Commissioners were appointed to canvass boards for upcoming 2024 elections.

• Approved $451,420 contract with Greystone Construction for North Shop Salt Shed (unanimous)
• Approved $875,670 contract with WSB & Associates for road project administration (unanimous)
• Approved $270,505 contract with SEH for construction surveying services (unanimous)
• Approved six change orders for North Environmental Center totaling ~$792,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $211,936 purchase order for Highway 12 signal steel (5-0)
• Approved addition of 3.0 FTE Deputy Sheriff positions (5-0)
• Approved liquor licenses for Mopars in the Park and County Fair events (5-0)
• Appointed commissioners to 2024 election canvass boards (unanimous)

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The Washington County Board of Commissioners will meet to vote on several infrastructure and service contracts. The board will also discuss legal strategy and a restructuring plan regarding active opioid litigation.

• Contract No. 16219 with WSB, Inc. for $289,943 for Trunk Highway 61 and CSAH 8 improvements
• Contract No. 16166 with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. up to $519,000 for conservation easements in Woodbury
• Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for railroad crossing reconstruction at CSAH 14 and CSAH 24
• Contract No. 16150 with Satellite Tracking of People, LLC for Electronic Monitoring services
• Liquor license renewals for Afton Alps in Denmark Township and Disabled Veteran's Rest Camp Association in May Township

The Washington County Board approved an amendment to its American Rescue Plan Act project plan, reallocating unused funds and adding a Water, Parks, and Trails River Patrol Equipment project. It also approved an agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for railroad crossing reconstruction tied to the CSAH 14 and CSAH 24 improvement project, and a $289,943 design contract with WSB, Inc. for Trunk Highway 61 and CSAH 8 improvements. In a closed session, the Board discussed opioid litigation and then approved a bankruptcy restructuring plan for Endo International. All votes recorded were unanimous.

• Adopted Consent Calendar including meeting minutes, appointments, and contracts (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-013 amending the ARPA Project Plan (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for railroad crossing reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved Contract No. 16219 with WSB, Inc. for $289,943 for design of TH 61 and CSAH 8 improvements (unanimous)
• Approved restructuring plan in Endo International bankruptcy and authorized attorney to submit ballot (motion prevailed)
• Approved Contract No. 16166 with Stantec Consulting Services Inc. for up to $519,000 for conservation easement restoration (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-012 approving Joint Powers Agreement for Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force (5-0)

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The Board of Commissioners will review a series of construction contracts for a new Service Center in Woodbury and discuss the design of a maintenance facility at Lake Elmo Park Reserve. Other business includes law enforcement agreements and library service updates.

• Bid Package #2 contracts for Woodbury Service Center, including $1,911,900 for concrete and masonry and $1,755,000 for electrical
• Award of $537,980 to Lake Assault Boats for two Patrol Boats
• Law enforcement services agreement with Afton, Lakeland, Lake St. Croix Beach, St. Mary's Point, and Lakeland Shores
• Acquisition of land from PID 27.027.21.11.0001 for Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park
• Approval of the Stifter Farms plat

The Washington County Board approved a large package of construction contracts for the new Service Center in Woodbury, including concrete, steel, carpentry, roofing, and mechanical work, and rejected one sheet metal bid as too high. The Board also approved transferring $241,284.32 from the Elizabeth Jordan Bequest to an endowment fund for the Marine on St. Croix library, authorized purchase of land for Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park for $525,000, and approved a $537,980 contract for two patrol boats. Most items passed unanimously on the consent calendar and in separate votes; no substantive items were denied except the rejection of the sheet metal bid.

• Approved consent calendar with 24 items, including contracts, resolutions, and appointments (5-0)
• Approved transfer of $241,284.32 from Elizabeth Jordan Bequest to Marine on St. Croix Library Jordan Bequest Fund (5-0)
• Approved Joint Powers Agreement with City of Marine on St. Croix for library services (unanimous)
• Authorized best value bidding for Lake Elmo Park Reserve maintenance facility (5-0)
• Approved change orders totaling $69,927.94 for Central Greenway Project (unanimous)
• Approved 17 construction contracts for Woodbury Service Center totaling approximately $14.8 million (each unanimous)
• Rejected bid for metal panels from Nordstrom Architectural Sheet Metal Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for City of Stillwater's $1.4 million state funding request for Myrtle Street (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss labor relations strategy in a closed session. The agenda also includes workshops to review 2024 mandates and core functions and receive an update on the Emergency Housing Services Building.

• Executive session regarding labor relations strategy
• Review of Washington County's 2024 Mandates & Core Functions document
• Update on the Emergency Housing Services Building

The Board met in a regular session to conduct an executive session regarding labor relations strategy. No substantive public decisions were recorded. The Board also held workshops to review the 2024 Mandates & Core Functions document and receive an update on the Emergency Housing Services Building.

• Approved motion to enter Executive (closed) session (unanimous)
• Approved motion to adjourn (unanimous)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners is deciding on several new full-time equivalent positions and grant applications for community services and public health. The meeting includes votes on law enforcement contracts and federal lobbying services.

• Grant application for Housing with Supports for Adults with Serious Mental Illness in the amount of $350,000
• Grant application for Project for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness in the amount of $450,000
• Contract with Downs Government Affairs, LLC for federal lobbying services not to exceed $69,600 annually
• Grant Agreement No. 16149 with the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for $228,000
• Contract No. 16082 with the City of Hugo to provide law enforcement services

The Board adopted a consent calendar including several new staff positions, grant applications, and a law enforcement contract for the City of Hugo. Additionally, the Board approved a contract for federal lobbying services and accepted quarterly donations.

• Approved contract with Downs Government Affairs, LLC for federal lobbying services up to $69,600 annually (4-1)
• Appointed Stephanie Wang to the Ramsey Washington Metro Watershed District (5-0)
• Approved $228,000 grant for 2024 Violent Crime Enforcement Teams Grant Program (5-0)
• Approved law enforcement services contract with the City of Hugo (5-0)
• Approved $450,000 PATH grant and $350,000 HSASMI grant applications (5-0)
• Authorized 7.0 total FTE positions across Community Services and Public Health (5-0)
• Accepted $2,413.45 in donations and gifts for the fourth quarter of 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Limited Use Permit with MnDOT for trails along CSAH 2 and CSAH 33 (5-0)

County Board

The Board of Commissioners will elect a Chair and Vice Chair and set the 2024 meeting schedule. The body is deciding on several labor agreements for unionized and non-represented employees and adopting a 2024 legislative platform.

• 2024-2025 Tentative Agreements with AFSCME Exempt and Non-Exempt Unions
• Tentative Agreement with the Association of Supervisors for 2024-2025
• Acquisition of approximately 240 acres of vacant land at 170th Street and Manning Avenue for Big Marine Park Reserve
• Grant Agreement No. 16115 with Minnesota Department of Health for $211,637.52 annually
• Contract No. 16080 with Washington Conservation District for $291,200

The Board elected Commissioner Stan Karwoski as Chair and Commissioner Fran Miron as Vice Chair. The Board approved its 2024 legislative priorities, including several infrastructure and housing funding requests, and adopted new collective bargaining agreements.

• Elected Stan Karwoski as 2024 County Board Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Fran Miron as 2024 County Board Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 board meeting dates (unanimous)
• Approved 2024-2025 collective bargaining agreements for AFSCME and Association of Supervisors (unanimous)
• Approved wage and benefit increases for non-represented employees (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 legislative priorities including funding requests for roads, trails, and housing (unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 donation from Derrick Companies for Water Recovery team (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including two grants from MN Dept of Health and Human Services and a $291,200 contract with Washington Conservation District (5-0)