Lori K. Kruse

The meeting included a review of County Engineer department matters, the approval of a utility permit for underground electrical installation, and the awarding of a contract for the annual farm-to-market rock haul project. The Board also reviewed compliance services, approved a renewal contract with Carosh Compliance Solutions, and authorized various health, dental, and vision insurance plan documents and service agreements.

The board approved multiple utility permits for Alliant Energy and Dumont Telephone, as well as final payment for the Pioneer Road project. Bids for the Annual FM Rock Haul were presented and opened. The board adopted a resolution certifying utility, gas, and electric, and authorized the Municipal Solid Waste Sanitary Landfill Financial Assurance Report Form. Additionally, a fireworks permit was approved, an alcohol license renewal for the Town & Country Golf Club was granted, and the monthly investment report for the County Treasurer was accepted. Payment of various departmental bills was also approved.

The board meeting agenda includes the awarding of the Annual Farm-to-Market Rock Haul contract and consideration of a utility permit for underground electrical work. The board will review a contract renewal agreement with Carosh Compliance Solutions. Additionally, the agenda covers consideration of the Iowa Governmental Health Care Plan rate sheet, EBS Group renewal information and third-party administration service agreements, and applications for Delta Dental and Delta Vision, alongside updates on various board and committee meetings.

The key discussions and actions taken during the session included reviewing department matters presented by the County Engineer. The Board unanimously approved a Flood Plain Development application from Justin Lynch, concluding that the proposed construction would minimally impact the flood plain. Following a presentation on the annual health insurance renewal, the Board approved the Landfill Compliance Services Agreement with HLW Engineering Group. Additionally, they approved the application and renewal form for cyber insurance with ICAP. Discussions regarding the FY2027 budget and levy rates led to setting a date of March 23, 2026, for the proposed levy hearing. Updates on various board and committee meetings were also provided.

The meeting included a public hearing concerning the FY2026 budget amendment, which was subsequently adopted via Resolution #33-2025/2026. The County Attorney discussed the necessity of updating the HIPAA policy, leading to the adoption of Resolution #34-2025/2026 approving changes to the county's HIPAA Policies & Procedures. The Board approved numerous bills for payment and granted a Liquor License Renewal for TA Express in Holland. Other actions included approving Auditor Transfer #1545 and approving a letter of support for the Wellsburg ambulance grant request. The session concluded with a budget workshop discussion and updates on board and committee meetings.