Stearns County Board of Commissioners Meeting Agenda And Minutes
The Board of Commissioners meeting covered multiple agenda items, including the approval of a joint powers agreement for a shared Computer Aided Dispatch and Records Management System with Benton County. Financial and administrative approvals included the authorization of a temporary liquor license, a CVSO office lease agreement, and the adoption of the 2027 preliminary budget and property tax levy. Additionally, the Board discussed an elections update, bridge priority resolutions for future replacements, and the approval of grant agreement extensions for watershed projects. A closed session was held to discuss property acquisitions.
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Stearns County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board addressed several administrative and financial items, including the approval of a Joint Powers Agreement with Benton County to implement a shared computer-aided dispatch and records management system. The commissioners authorized a new office lease agreement for the Veteran's Services Office with the City of Melrose and received a presentation regarding election procedures and voting timelines. Additionally, the board adopted the 2027 preliminary budget and property tax levy. A closed session was conducted to deliberate on the acquisition of two specific land parcels, which resulted in the subsequent approval of a purchase agreement for those properties.
Sep 15, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Commissioners Board Meeting
The board meeting addressed several administrative and environmental agenda items. Key discussions included the review of a shoreland alteration permit application, where the board discussed waiving penalty fees and adjusting escrow requirements for a property owner. The board also approved a one-year extension for a watershed grant agreement to prevent the loss of funding. Finally, the board reviewed a resolution concerning the prioritization of bridge replacements for future planning and state funding purposes.
Jul 14, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners conducted a meeting covering several key agenda items. Discussion topics included the award of a construction contract to Design Electric for a rural intersection lighting project, addressing concerns about bid estimates and rising material costs. Additionally, the Board transitioned to a Human Services Board meeting, which featured a presentation on significant child welfare reforms in Minnesota, including the Family First Prevention Services Act, the Minnesota African-American Family Preservation and Child Welfare Disproportionality Act, and other legislative changes impacting child welfare services and budget implications.
