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Jun 16, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Barnes County Commission Regular Meeting
The commission reviewed and approved a variance setback application for a garage rebuild in Hobart Township. The Veterans Service Office discussed budget adjustments to cover increased software access costs. The commission approved switching the county's online payment processor from ACI Payments to Municipay to reduce taxpayer transaction costs and eliminate monthly fees. Several board appointments were discussed and approved, including the School Annexation, Reorganization, and Dissolution Committee. Discussion on correctional center flag poles included potential repairs and maintenance. The Highway Department received approval to select KLJ Engineering for the Viking Drive Bridge Construction Engineering project, and various infrastructure and road maintenance concerns were addressed.
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The commission addressed various county operational issues, including participation in the Crisis Negotiation Team, funding for promotional candy for a community event, and a resolution regarding county employee poll workers. The Highway Department reported structural issues with the Hieb Bridge, necessitating immediate design work. Updates were provided regarding the Veterans Service Office, the Municipal Airport, weed board operations, and city-county health. Additionally, the commission convened an equalization meeting to review and act upon various valuation and exemption requests from multiple cities and townships, followed by the approval of outstanding bills for May 2026.
May 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Barnes County Commission Regular Session Minutes
The Commission addressed several zoning applications, including approvals for setback variances regarding bin placement and tile lines. A six-month moratorium on the establishment of data centers was enacted following discussion regarding potential environmental and regulatory impacts. The Highway Department received approval for a new approach installation and the purchase of a construction trailer, while project resolutions were passed for the Viking Drive bridge and County Road 11. Additionally, the Sheriff's Office was granted funds for air conditioning units, and general updates were provided concerning van mileage, child welfare case backlogs, and ongoing infrastructure projects.
May 5, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Barnes County Commission Regular Session
The Commission met to discuss several administrative and operational items. Key discussions included the introduction of a new director for the City County Health District, the purchase of new radio antennas and equipment for the Sheriff's Office, and extensive change orders for the HVAC installation process at the courthouse. Financing options for the HVAC system were explored with representatives from Bank Forward. The Commission also authorized the National Day of Prayer on the courthouse lawn and approved a grant application for designating the courthouse on the National Register of Historic Places. Additionally, updates were provided regarding county government week activities, camping regulations, and various operational needs across county departments.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
