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Aug 25, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Pipestone County Commissioner Meeting
The Commissioners addressed several administrative and operational items. Public comment was heard regarding the proposed PowerOn transmission line project, with the board agreeing to facilitate future meetings with project representatives. The Highway Department received approval for Resolution 59-26-26 regarding highway designations and was authorized to coordinate equipment sharing with neighboring counties. The Auditor/Treasurer's office secured approval for a property tax abatement and the purchase of new office furniture. Additionally, several departments presented their proposed 2027 budgets, including the Historical Society, Meinders and Edgerton Community Libraries, Court Services, Environmental Services, and Building and Grounds. Finally, a bid for county gravel pit land rent for 2027-2029 was awarded to Rogen Smidt.
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Pipestone County Board of Commissioners Commissioner Meeting
The meeting included approvals for various warrants and a review of the July Treasurer's report. Project updates were provided regarding highway reconstruction and culvert replacements, with the board approving a contract for design consulting services. The board also approved the purchase of office furniture for the Human Resources department. Representatives from the Minnesota Department of Transportation presented upcoming project schedules. Additionally, the board approved an amendment to the 2026 fee schedule regarding death certificate copies, authorized attendance for an upcoming policy conference, and approved per diem for committee work. The meeting concluded with a series of 2027 budget review sessions with various county departments.
Jul 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Board Of Commissioners Regular Meeting
The board meeting focused on several operational and infrastructure topics. Discussions included a potential policy change regarding riveted versus spiral pipe for projects, the scheduling of a bid opening for county gravel pit land rental, and a request for approval of an agreement for the Three Maidens shared use trail project. Additionally, the commissioners reviewed the status of trail signage and construction, and debated a proposal to install security cameras and internet connectivity at various sites to monitor facilities and deter theft of fuel.
Jul 14, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Pipestone County Board of Commissioners Commissioner Meeting
The board discussed several items including presentations on 2027 state and federal cost shifts affecting county funding, project updates from the County Engineer regarding road construction and maintenance, and a shared engineering services agreement with Murray County. Additional actions included appointing election judges, approving a software support contract for virtual host servers, authorizing a Certificate of Need for the Nobles County Landfill, and accepting an annual dam inspection report. The board also received an update on the Lincoln Pipestone Rural Water System, reviewed a proposal for dirt work at the fairgrounds, and discussed the upcoming 2027 budget schedule and various hazard mitigation and emergency preparedness meetings.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
