Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Michelle DeSmet’s organization
Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lyon County Soil & Water Conservation District Meeting Minutes
The board discussed and approved several financial and administrative items, including an update to the Non-Structural Policy. Multiple contracts for well sealing projects were approved. Several RCPP contract amendments were authorized, including changes to contract end dates, funding amounts, and liability terms. Additionally, the board recommended several projects, including cover crop initiatives and grade stabilization projects, for submittal to the RCRCA Board. Administrative reports covered updates on upcoming meetings, environmental fairs, construction projects, and grant statuses for watershed planning.
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The board addressed several agenda items including the consideration of quotes and bids for the Garvin Park bathroom and infrastructure improvement projects. Discussions involved evaluating proposals for State Affordable Housing Aid (SAHA) funds, a public hearing regarding the removal of property from County Ditch No. 12, and the approval of a four-year joint powers agreement for the Southwest Minnesota Chief Elected Officials' Joint Powers Board. Additionally, the board considered the acceptance of a 2026 DNR Boat and Water Safety Grant and the awarding of a contract for the countywide bituminous paving project.
May 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lyon County Board Of Commissioners Meeting Agenda
The meeting agenda includes the approval of a 2026 network support contract with Morris Electronics and a Joint Powers Agreement with Lincoln Pipestone Rural Water. Key discussion items feature a proposed policy change to pro-rate holiday hours for employees using intermittent Minnesota Paid Family and Medical Leave, as well as the consideration of conditional use permits for a feedlot expansion by Jonathan and Carolyn Olson and a new feedlot for Boerboom Ag Resources, LLC. The meeting will also include an annual update regarding the activities of the A.C.E. program.
May 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Lyon County Soil And Water Conservation District Meeting
The board discussed financial reports, including account activity, the budget, and grant breakdowns. Key business items included a petition for an impound reroute and diversion, cost-share screenings, and a cost-share contract for critical area planting. A memorandum of understanding was addressed, along with program updates. Committee reports covered RCRCA, Area II River Basins, Area V, SWPTSA, park projects, and updates on various One Watershed One Plan initiatives.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
