{
 "city": "Watonwan County",
 "state": "Minnesota",
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 "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.",
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 "generated": "2026-07-23",
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 "recent": [
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "Human Services Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Human Services Board to approve contracts and personnel changes",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Human Services Board will meet to approve contracts for sexual and reproductive health services, approve minutes, and address personnel changes including a resignation and retirement.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-958",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-21",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board to adopt a ditch mowing and weed‑control policy",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will consider adopting the County Ditch Mowing and Noxious Weed Control Policy presented by the Public Works Director. The board will also review a Notice of Sale Resolution and a Municipal Advisory Service Agreement presented by the Northland Public Finance Managing Director. Additional items include approval of minutes, review of commissioner, credit‑card and auditor bills, June financial statements, disposal of recycling sheds, and personnel matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07212026-959",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-14",
   "body": "Soil & Water Conservation District Agenda/Handouts & Minutes",
   "headline": "Watonwan County SWCD to review soil health contracts",
   "summary": "The Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss financial reports and program updates. The board is taking action on soil health outreach and specific conservation contracts.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07142026-949",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-07-07",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "County board to consider debt management policy and finance plan",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will discuss accepting a donation for Perch Creek WMA, a debt management policy and finance plan, a ditch repair quote, a data center proposal, electrical work for the Taco Stand, and a weed control ordinance for wild parsnip. A building committee meeting is also scheduled. Miscellaneous items include approval of minutes, bills, tax abatements, and a pre-budget work session.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_07072026-957",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_07072026-957",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-17",
   "body": "Human Services Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Watonwan County Human Services Board to review cellular phone policy",
   "summary": "The board will receive operational updates from agency directors and committee reports. Members will consider a revised cellular phone policy and a donation to the Madelia American Legion.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06172026-956",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06172026-956",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-16",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "County Board to consider Hammond Highway change orders",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will discuss quotes for courthouse sidewalk repair, authorize signing a SCORE agreement, consider a TMT operating grant resolution, and review a report on the Hammond Highway project including Change Orders 1-3. Miscellaneous items include approval of minutes, bills, financials, designation of an Identified Official with Authority, low potency hemp retail registration, and setting 2027 budget work session dates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06162026-955",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06162026-955",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-09",
   "body": "Soil & Water Conservation District Agenda/Handouts & Minutes",
   "headline": "Watonwan County SWCD to vote on conservation contracts and advertisements",
   "summary": "The Soil & Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors will review financial reports and vote on several conservation contracts. The board is deciding on funding for windbreaks and tree establishment projects. Other business includes voting on radio and billboard advertisements.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06092026-948",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06092026-948",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-06-02",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board considers road striping bids and public works facility agreement",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will review bids for county-wide striping and a professional services agreement for a public works facility. The board will also consider a resolution for a right-of-way turnback from the Minnesota Department of Transportation.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_06022026-954",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_06022026-954",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-20",
   "body": "Human Services Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Fraud prevention plan with Sheriff, policy amendments up for approval",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Human Services Board will meet on May 20, 2026, for a routine meeting including reports from agency directors and department heads. Action items include approving the 2026 Fraud Prevention Investigation Plan of Cooperation with the Watonwan County Sheriff, amending Policy No. 37 on safeguarding federal tax information, and moving an eligibility worker to permanent status. The agenda also includes monthly financial claims and committee updates.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05202026-952",
   "minutes_url": null,
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-19",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board to review Watline Trail Phase 2 and equipment purchases",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will meet to review project change orders and procurement policies. The session includes a discussion on the Watline Trail Phase 2 and a subsequent work session regarding the Public Works Facility.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05192026-953",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05192026-953",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-12",
   "body": "Soil & Water Conservation District Agenda/Handouts & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board to approve $128k in soil health contracts and adopt watershed resolutions",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Soil & Water Conservation District board will consider adopting Mankato Watershed resolutions and approving multiple soil health contracts totaling over $125,000. The contracts cover strip-till, no-till, cover crops, and windbreak establishment practices under state grant programs. Also up for action are two well decommissioning contracts funded by the Greater Blue Earth River Basin Alliance.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05122026-946",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05122026-946",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-05-05",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "County Board to consider bids for ditch authority and culvert maintenance on CSAH 26",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will open bids for ditch authority work (J.D. #26) and review a quotation for culvert maintenance on County State Aid Highway 26. The Board will also consider a resolution adopting the Minnesota River-Mankato Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan and act on a liquor license application and motor pool vehicle quotes.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_05052026-945",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_05052026-945",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-22",
   "body": "Human Services Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Watonwan County Human Services Board to review agency operations and financial claims",
   "summary": "The board will receive operational updates from the Director and reports from income maintenance, public health, and social services. Members will also review monthly financial claims and reports from various health and community committees.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04222026-943",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04222026-943",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-21",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board to vote on bridge inspector contract with Apex Engineering",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will consider approving a Professional Services Agreement with Apex Engineering for Certified Bridge Construction Inspector services. They will also discuss a contracted hours update from Sheriff Bergeman regarding Advanced Correction Healthcare and receive the Annual Feedlot Report from Land Management. Miscellaneous items include approval of minutes, bills, March 2026 financials, and personnel matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04212026-944",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04212026-944",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-14",
   "body": "Soil & Water Conservation District Agenda/Handouts & Minutes",
   "headline": "SWCD to approve contracts and discuss watershed resolutions",
   "summary": "The Watonwan Soil and Water Conservation District will approve bills, supervisor per diems, and a contract for $4,795.00 for residue and till management practices. The board will also discuss resolutions for the Blue Earth Watershed and receive reports from staff and regional partners.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04142026-947",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04142026-947",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-04-07",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board to vote on deer hunting ordinance and authorize bridge paving contracts",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will hold a public hearing and vote on an ordinance limiting firearms for deer hunting. The board will also authorize the Building Committee to negotiate a contract for Project CP 83-27-01 and consider bids for bridge and highway paving projects.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_04072026-941",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_04072026-941",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-18",
   "body": "Human Services Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Watonwan County Human Services Board to review floor cleaning bids",
   "summary": "The Human Services Board will meet to receive operational updates from agency directors and committee reports. The board will also review bids for floor cleaning services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03182026-939",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03182026-939",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-17",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "County Board considers grant, land use, assessment changes, and land sale resolutions",
   "summary": "The board will review a grant application for the Climate Smart St. James project. It will consider a conditional use permit presented by Land Management Director David Haler. The board will discuss 2026 property assessment changes with County Assessor Meggie Munsterman. Additional items include minutes, financial reports, tax-forfeited land sale resolutions, and a motion to approve seal coat quotations.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03172026-940",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03172026-940",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-10",
   "body": "Soil & Water Conservation District Agenda/Handouts & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board will approve two conservation contracts totaling $29,872.15",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Soil & Water Conservation District board will consider and act on two conservation contracts, one for a windbreak/shelterbelt and another for a grassed waterway. The meeting also includes a Treasurer's Report, discussion of SWCD bills, and a policy action on the RCPP. Additional reports from the Greater Blue Earth River Basin Alliance and other supervisors will be reviewed.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03102026-935",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03102026-935",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-03-03",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Public hearing on Shot‑gun Only Zone ordinance",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed Shot‑gun Only Zone ordinance. The board will also review seal‑coat rock and oil quotations presented by County Engineer Michael McCarty. Additional items include approval of minutes, commissioner and auditor bills, the 2025 EMPG resolution, two lease agreements, and personnel matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_03032026-938",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_03032026-938",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-25",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": null,
   "summary": null,
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02252026-942",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02252026-942",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-18",
   "body": "Human Services Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "County signs cooperative agreement with NorthStar Data Partners for public health grant",
   "summary": "The Human Services Board will approve its agenda and review routine reports on agency operations, income maintenance, public health, and social services. Board members will consider a cooperative agreement with NorthStar Data Partners, LLC covering July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027 to support the Foundational Public Health Responsibilities grant. Additional items include staff status changes, donation inventories, and a scheduled agency closure request for March 30, 2026.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02182026-937",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02182026-937",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-17",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board reviews vehicle quote for County Sheriff",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Board will consider a vehicle quote presented by County Sheriff Jared Bergeman. The board will also discuss assessments for Madelia and Riverdale Townships and review the Long and Mary Lakes Water Control System Operations Procedure and Policy along with Public Works departmental policies. Additional agenda items include minutes, commissioner and auditor bills, ditch assessments, an HRA resolution, motor pool vehicle approval, a probation lease, and personnel matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02172026-936",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02172026-936",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-10",
   "body": "Soil & Water Conservation District Agenda/Handouts & Minutes",
   "headline": "SWCD considers cost increase for windbreak contract 25-SH-05",
   "summary": "The Watonwan County Soil & Water Conservation District is meeting to review financial reports and program updates. The board will act on bills, supervisor per diems, and a specific contract amendment. Staff and supervisors will also provide reports on regional alliances and technical services.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02102026-934",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02102026-934",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  },
  {
   "date": "2026-02-03",
   "body": "County Board Agendas & Minutes",
   "headline": "Board will vote on purchasing a tandem‑axle snow‑removal truck",
   "summary": "The board will consider two motions: one to approve the purchase of a tandem‑axle truck and snow‑removal equipment, and another to approve a professional services agreement with Braun InterTech for subsurface exploration at the Helling Pit. Additional agenda items include approval of minutes, commissioner and credit‑card bills, an exempt permit application from the Godahl Recreation Association, a representation agreement with Madden Galanter Hansen, PLLC, and personnel matters.",
   "agenda_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02032026-933",
   "minutes_url": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Minutes/_02032026-933",
   "source": "https://www.watonwancountymn.gov/AgendaCenter"
  }
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