Dolly Kienke

The meeting included the examination and approval of claims across multiple funds, including the General Fund, Road Fund, Bridge Fund, Preservation & Modernization Fund, and Ambulance Fund. The board discussed road concerns with the Sheriff and road and bridge projects with the County Highway Superintendent, leading to the approval of two road crossings. Several change orders related to bridge repairs and culvert installations resulting from 2023 and 2024 floods were approved. A resolution authorizing the County Board Chairperson to sign the Year-End Certification of County Highway Superintendent form for 2025 was adopted. Discussions also covered a CBMP Public Statement and the Weed Control Year End Report. The board entered and exited a closed session to discuss pending legal issues, and subsequently approved settlement agreements with Rachel S. Kohlman and Corian Strider.

The Board of Equalization adopted a resolution directing the County Treasurer to issue tax sale certificates for real estate parcels with delinquent taxes of three or more years for tax foreclosure proceedings. Following this, the Boyd County Board of Supervisors meeting convened. Key discussions included the examination and approval of claims across various funds (General, Road, Bridge, Preservation & Modernization, Ambulance Funds), except for two specific claims that were handled separately. The board authorized the Chairman to sign a Certificate of Cost Allocation Plan and reviewed updates from Weed Control. A Zoning Hearing was held concerning new regulations on the comprehensive plan, which was ultimately tabled until a later date. The board also set the date for setting levies and discussed road and bridge projects, authorizing a change order for the Ponca Creek Bridge Projects 2024 and authorizing North Construction to complete the work for the 2023 flood year breach of contract. Furthermore, the Chairman was authorized to sign the 2025 County Annual Certification of Program Compliance. The board entered into and exited a closed session to discuss personnel matters. Finally, following a budget hearing, the board adopted the 2025-2026 budget and a resolution authorizing fund transfers between the General Fund and the Bridge Fund.

The Boyd County Board of Equalization convened to approve tax corrections numbers 123 and 124. Subsequently, the Boyd County Board of Supervisors held a meeting covering numerous items. Key actions included approving claims across the General, Road, Bridge, Preservation & Modernization, Stop, Inheritance, and Ambulance Funds. The board examined monthly reports for the Clerk, Ambulance, and Sheriff departments for November 2025. Furthermore, the Board approved updated pledged securities from Butte State Bank. Authorization was granted for the Chairman to sign a Memorandum of Understanding regarding a Diversion Program involving Holt, Boyd, Wheeler, and Brown Counties, and to sign a 3-year contract for the courthouse Heating and Cooling system maintenance. A public hearing was held for the Adoption of County Zoning Regulations, resulting in the approval of the Official Zoning Map for Boyd County and the adoption of a new Fee Schedule for permits. A resolution was adopted detailing salary schedules for elected county officials for calendar years 2027 through 2030, including cost-of-living adjustments. The Board accepted the resignation of Cheyenne Doyle and appointed new members to the extension board. Additionally, the board mandated that independent contractors and haulers for Boyd County must provide proof of $1,000,000 in liability insurance and proper commercial licensing. A lease agreement for a Cat Skid Steer was approved.

The meeting addressed the examination of the Treasurer Semi-Annual Report. The subsequent meeting of the Board of Supervisors reviewed and approved claims across the General Fund, Road Fund, Bridge Fund, PRES & MOD Fund, and Ambulance Fund, subject to unpaid personal property taxes. The Board also examined the Clerk's, Sheriff's, and Ambulance monthly reports for December 2025. Actions included designating Butte State Bank as a depository for county funds for 2026 and approving its Pledged Collateral. Authorization was granted for the Chairman to sign Interlocal Law Enforcement Agreements with Knox, Holt, and Brown Counties. Furthermore, the hearing date for the One and Six Year Hearing was set for February 24, 2026. The Board authorized the signing of a lease agreement for a Cat skid steer and a Master Professional Services Agreement with Speece Lewis a Bowman Company for the 2026 year.

The meeting included the reconvening of the Boyd County Board of Equalization, where levies for Boyd County, various Rural Fire Districts, Townships, and Villages were discussed and approved. Subsequently, the Boyd County Board of Supervisors convened, noting the posting of the open meetings act. The Board adopted Resolution No. 2025-10-14-1, which formally set the 2025-2026 property tax request at $2,350,000.00 after holding a required special public hearing. The resolution also specified the proposed tax rate and projected budget decrease.