Pam Rud

The Board meeting included committee reports, the approval of financial claims, and a review of year-to-date financial information. Key agenda items included the approval for bidding on the Safe Routes to School project, the authorization of an agreement for the Reconstruction of County State Aid Highway 35, and discussions regarding a denied building permit for a solar project. Additionally, the Board reviewed a 2026 wage and job description study, resulting in approved grade changes and an MOU with unions. The County Attorney reported on a monitoring review of the Small Cities Development Grant, and the Board authorized an application for Opportunity Zone designation.

The Board approved the payment of financial claims and entered into a contract with ArcaSearch to digitize county records. Key actions included approving a Joint Powers Agreement for the Southwest Minnesota Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, amending a contract with Woodland Centers, updating the Medical Assistance overpayment policy, and approving the 2027 Purchase of Service Agreement with the Collaborative and Greater Minnesota Family Services. Additionally, the Board authorized participation in the Greater Minnesota Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program and increased funding for previously approved dilapidated structure applications. New staff members in the Social Services and Sheriff's departments were also introduced.

The board authorized the payment of county claims and addressed concerns regarding a culvert relocation project. They approved the sale of a surplus vehicle, reviewed performance and audit reports from the Family Services agency, and discussed mental health awareness initiatives. Maintenance repairs for county property were reviewed following wind damage. The board decided to pursue a grant for an EV charging station, approved a legal services agreement, appointed a new County Recorder, and designated a County Ag Inspector. Additionally, the board accepted a retirement notice for an eligibility worker and passed a resolution regarding the acquisition of properties for the CSAH 38 roadway project.

The agenda includes the authorization of bill payments and a review of the year-to-date budget for April. Key discussion topics involve a program update from Woodland Centers, breastfeeding-friendly recognition, a software subscription renewal, and an emergency management trailer. Additional items cover an IT service contract with the City of Graceville, a contract for the redetermination of CD13, project awards for SAP 006-635-009, Ditch Committee activities, the Toqua Park project, and a master joint powers agreement.

The board meeting agenda includes the authorization of bill payments, the sale of a surplus vehicle, the presentation of the 2025 financial and human services performance reports, and the Prime West audit. Additionally, the agenda covers the recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, a county recorder appointment, a retirement, and a closed session to discuss potential litigation.