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Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Stearns County Board Of Commissioners Meeting And Work Session Minutes
The meeting and work session covered several operational and financial matters, including the approval of the 2027 Housing and Redevelopment Authority levy request and a request for a speed study on CSAH 75. Significant discussion occurred regarding the Justice Center project, with updates on construction progress, sales tax collections, and the approval of a construction change order for earthwork. The board also approved the purchase of vehicles for the Sheriff's Office and authorized bids for a redundant fiber network connection. During the work session, the board reviewed and approved personnel budget recommendations for 2027, including additions to Human Services and the Sheriff's Office, and received updates on the Highway and Environmental Health budgets.
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The board conducted public hearings regarding requests for variances to the Stearns County Land Use and Zoning Ordinance. Approval was granted for the expansion of a legal nonconforming deck. Additionally, the board approved a request to replace existing upper and lower-level decks that were located in proximity to a side property line.
Aug 27, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Stearns County Planning Commission Meeting Minutes
The Planning Commission reviewed and approved two conditional use permit requests. The first request involved a major shoreland alteration for a property in Richmond, requiring the implementation of a specific planting plan and the submission of a financial guarantee. The second request concerned a feedlot expansion, which was approved with conditions regarding adherence to construction plans and requirements for a post-construction inspection.
Aug 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Stearns County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board meeting covered several key topics. A virtual presentation acknowledged employee years of service. Multiple consent items were approved, including interim use permits for solar garden projects, authorizations for final payments on various road infrastructure projects, and applications for temporary liquor licenses and gambling. The board also adopted the findings for the redetermination of benefits regarding County Ditch 28. Contracts were awarded for structural steel and equipment for the Justice Center project. Additionally, the Human Services Board approved grant agreements for the Rural Health Transformation Program and the Projects for Assistance in Transition from Homelessness.
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