Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Shane Schmidt’s organization
Oct 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Douglas County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board conducted a public hearing regarding a county ordinance for temporary on-sale liquor licenses for food trucks at private events. Key agenda items included the approval of special legislation to implement this ordinance on a trial basis, authorization for the purchase of new ballot tabulators, and a resolution allowing lawful gambling for a raffle event. Additionally, the board accepted a traffic safety enforcement grant and formally accepted the retirement notice of the Sheriff.
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Board Of Commissioners Douglas County Minnesota Regular Meeting
The Board of Commissioners discussed various administrative and planning matters. Key topics included an overview of Horizon Public Health, approval of the 2027 Horizon Food Pools and Lodging Program Fee Schedule, and approval of a Memorandum of Agreement for a Public Works mechanic position. Planning items covered the rezoning of property in Miltona Township, a Preliminary Plat for Carlos Bluffs Dahlseid Addition, and the approval of a Conditional Use permit for an aggregate mining operation by Pazdernik Properties, LLC, including environmental impact considerations. Resolutions regarding lawful gambling activities for local associations were adopted. The Board also addressed financial matters including payment of bills, the awarding of the Central Lakes Trail Crack Filling bid, and the approval of multiple 2027 appropriations for various local organizations and initiatives. A closed session was held to discuss the potential purchase of property.
Aug 18, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Douglas County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board addressed several key items, beginning with a resolution regarding equipment ownership for the Sheriff's POSI to ensure proper insurance coverage, which included the county accepting a donation of trailers and ATVs. The Housing and Redevelopment Authority provided updates on ongoing rental subsidy programs, voucher initiatives, and a potential plan to purchase the Carlos Apartments to maintain affordable housing units. Additionally, the board approved a 3% wage adjustment for the 2027 non-union salary grid and finalized the approval of updated job classification reviews conducted by a third-party consultant.
Aug 4, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The Board discussed and approved a contract for bridge safety inspections and accepted two donations designated for search and rescue and safety equipment. The meeting included budget reviews for various departments, focusing on body and squad camera systems, medical care for the jail, and recorder technology funds. Additionally, the Recorder presented a compliance report and salary request. The County Attorney provided updates on the medical examiner contract, the status of the law library and its funding, and allocated funds for outside counsel regarding tax appeals. Finally, the Board acknowledged the voiding of a temporary liquor license application for a historical reenactment event.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
