Jennifer Salstrand

The board addressed various financial and administrative matters, including the approval of payroll and bills, the appointment of an individual to the Pioneer Cemetery Commission, and the approval of the FY27 salary certifications and budget appropriations. Discussions were held regarding hotel/motel tax negotiations, GIS data grant agreements, and the tax abatement for mobile/manufactured homes. The board also handled personnel matters such as the retirement of a deputy sheriff and the promotion of a staff member. Several resolutions were passed, covering the naming of depositories, interfund operating transfers, and the establishment of county speed limits.

The board approved a liquor license for The Preserve on Rathbun Lake and a tobacco license for Brownie's Bait Breakfast and Beer. Resolutions were passed to designate locations for public notice of meetings, approve an intergovernmental 28E agreement with Warren County for the collection of delinquent court obligations, and establish speed limits on county paved routes, prioritizing safety until further engineering studies are completed. Additionally, the board approved an agreement with the State of Iowa for enhanced security services, voided stale auditor warrants, and heard public comments regarding 5G cell tower locations and hog confinement approvals.

The board reviewed and approved payroll for May 22, 2026, and a list of county bills. The discussion regarding a liquor license for Honey Creek Resort was tabled due to missing paperwork. The board approved the FY26-FY27 Nyhart Contract and re-appointed a member to the Veterans Affairs Commission. Furthermore, the board authorized the County Engineer to dispose of county-owned equipment. The County Engineer provided updates on ongoing asphalt and shed projects, equipment repairs, and the receipt of a grant for paving 200th Avenue.

The Board of Supervisors met to canvass and certify the results of the 2026 Primary Election. The discussion included the processing of provisional ballots, specifically the counting of two and the rejection of two due to missing identification. Additionally, the Board officially recorded the candidates nominated for various county offices and noted the offices for which no nominations were made by the Democratic Party.

The Board of Supervisors conducted a regular session covering financial and administrative items. Key actions included the approval of bills, payroll, and a service contract with Nyhart for actuarial services. The board addressed tax abatement applications, personnel hiring matters, and the re-appointment of a Veteran Affairs Commissioner. Additionally, a public hearing was held regarding a county budget amendment, which was subsequently approved. The County Engineer provided updates on ongoing infrastructure projects, and the board reviewed a list of surplus equipment for future disposal.