John Biren

The agenda for the Lyon County Board of Commissioners meeting includes several key items for discussion and action. These items cover the adoption of a resolution approving the current Emergency Operations Plan (EOP), as required every four years by the State of Minnesota Homeland Security and Emergency Management (HSEM). Other matters include considering a discounted rental fee for the Lyon County Fairgrounds for the Cattlemen's Tour, accepting two separate donations to the Sheriff's Office donation account, and approving out-of-state travel for the Sheriff to attend the National Sheriffs' Institute Network Meeting.

This Delegation Agreement Work Plan outlines Lyon County's strategies and minimum program requirements for its Feedlot Program, developed in collaboration with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency. It details approaches for feedlot registration, inspections, compliance, and owner assistance, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards, timely data entry, and effective management of feedlot operations within the county.

The meeting began with the approval of the agenda, which included an amendment to delete an item due to presenter absence. The consent agenda, after noting a correction to the January 6, 2026 minutes regarding a fee schedule, was approved. Regular agenda items involved reports from Southwest Health and Human Services (SWHHS), where reserve months for Public Health and SWHHS finances were discussed, along with potential impacts of federal funding freezes and new legislation concerning child support and child welfare. The board also approved the agreement with Motorola RAVE as the new mass notification system, funded jointly by the 911 and Emergency Management accounts, following the data breach with the previous vendor, Code RED. The Sheriff's Office provided an annual operations report, including details on service attempts and handling of data requests. The board set the date for the County Board of Appeal and Equalization for June 16, 2026. Approval was granted to procure RT Vision as the new Accounts Payable application to replace the outdated EZCM system, noted for its user-friendliness and integration capabilities, despite a significant cost increase in the former system. Permission to advertise for bids related to the Garvin Park Legacy grants was approved for four separate scopes of work: site grading and infrastructure, three shelter structures, bathroom construction, and electrical upgrades. Finally, the board authorized the final payment of $82,535.52 for the 2024 paving contract, approved the 2026 Non-union Merit Scale and Position Classification (a 3% adjustment mirroring union contracts), and approved the required Pay Equity Report.

This document outlines the Delegation Agreement Work Plan for Lyon County within the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's County Feedlot Program. It details comprehensive strategies and minimum program requirements for effective feedlot management, focusing on registration, inspection, compliance enforcement, owner assistance, and communication. The plan aims to ensure regulatory adherence and efficient operation across various aspects including permitting, staff training, air quality, and transparent web reporting of program outcomes.

The meeting included the approval of the October 2025 Agenda. Financial reports were postponed until the November meeting. Key business involved the discussion and approval of the WASCOB/Underground Outlet Cost Share Contract for Frank Engels/Paula Sterzinger, with a total project cost of $48,486.60 and a 75% cost share funded by the SWCD General fund. District technicians reported on current activities, including RCPP approvals and various inspections. The District Manager reported on grant applications and completed projects, and the Pheasants Forever/Farm Bill Biologist noted that CRP is concluding with upcoming Water Quality Easements planned.