The board authorized payment of various claims and addressed financial matters, including the approval of a credit card for ditch work and ratification of a liquor license. A request for a housing levy was tabled for future consideration. The board approved a wage classification adjustment for the Highway Maintenance Supervisor and agreed to participate in the development of a county geological atlas. Discussions were held regarding a vertical solar mounting system project and a proposed moratorium on data centers. Furthermore, the board held a public hearing and subsequently adopted the Renewable Energy Ordinance 26-01 to regulate specific wind, solar, and battery storage systems in unincorporated areas.
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Big Stone County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
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.
Jun 2, 2026·Board meeting
Big Stone County Board Regular Meeting
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.
May 19, 2026·Board meeting
Big Stone County Notice And Agenda
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.
