Michelle Linstad

The meeting addressed several agenda items, including the presentation and approval of the 2025 Budget Amendments and the December Financial Statements by the Auditor. The Highway Superintendent discussed Road & Bridge business, leading to the approval of signing the Federal Aid Maintenance Agreement and the approval of a $13,000.00 budget for replacing salt shed and shop garage doors. The Sheriff joined for discussion, as did the District Health Administrator, who presented a plan for the use of county opioid settlement funds, which was subsequently approved for submission to the State of North Dakota. Finally, commissioners provided portfolio updates and approved outstanding bills for payment.

The meeting included discussions regarding Road & Bridge business led by the Highway Superintendent and Engineering representative. The Auditor presented financial statements, and the Commission approved the December Financial Statements and the January Financial Statements. The Sheriff's business included approval for a $2,500.00 budget allocation for a toolbox and spray liner for the Sheriff's F-150 vehicle. A bid opening was held for the Nelson County Landfill Quarter lease, resulting in the acceptance of an annual bid of $1,800.00. Other items discussed were Building & Grounds Business, approval of property abatements for three parcels, and approval of a pay scale correction for the Deputy II position in the Sheriff's Department. Commissioners provided portfolio updates, and outstanding bills were approved for payment.

The Commission members joined the Highway Department for a demonstration of a new motor grader provided by RDO Equipment. No other county business was discussed during this meeting.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda. Key discussions included the Auditor presenting the proposed calendar of meetings for 2026 and the approval of 2026 election precincts, including the absentee precinct. The November Financial Statements were approved. The Highway Superintendent discussed Road & Bridge business, leading to the approval of the buyout of a leased blade from Butler Machinery. The Sheriff's department presented on business, resulting in the approval of the Axon camera and taser contracts, pending review by the States Attorney. The Tax Director provided an update, and the agricultural soil modifier was approved. Finally, the commission reviewed and approved outstanding bills.

The meeting involved several key actions. The commission approved advertising for the lease of a quarter of land formerly used as the Nelson County Landfill, with bids due on February 13th and opening on February 17th. The commission also approved the 2026 Veteran Service Officer Joint Powers Agreement. Furthermore, three candidates were approved for the Nelson County Job Development Authority Board. Updates were provided on Road & Bridge business and various commissioner portfolios.