Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, May 13, 2025

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

Acceptance of regular claims paid

Approval of April 22, 2025 county board meeting minutes

Acknowledgment of Tanya West Hoffner's role at NACID

Announcement of 16th annual 5K walk for mental wellness

Management Committee of the Whole report

Transportation and Parks Department committee reports

Resolution 2025 TR-15: Revising parking on Lavell Road

Various construction and professional services contracts

Acceptance of park donations

Discussion of Transit Link contract management

Enrollment in Monarch butterfly conservation agreement

CenterPoint Energy land use request

Kodiak Park improvement projects

Mississippi River cleanup initiative

Employment agreement for Assistant Director of Community and Government Relations

Votes (6)

Acceptance of claims paid

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Brastead · Seconded by Commissioner Schulty

Approval of April 22, 2025 board minutes

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Meisner · Seconded by Commissioner Jeepson

Management Committee Consent Agenda

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Meisner · Seconded by Commissioner Jeepson

Transportation Consent Agenda

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Schulty · Seconded by Commissioner Hinrich

Resolution 2025 TR-14 (Park donations)

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Riner · Seconded by Commissioner Meisner

Appointment of Josh Beck

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Jeepson · Seconded by Commissioner Meisner

Notable Quotes (2)

I don't think of it as an expense. I think of it as an investment.

Commissioner Jeepson
Professional development investmentReflecting on funding for staff travel and professional development.

I do not expect you to have all the knowledge that I have after 30 years of doing housing programs. I don't expect you guys to have all that. That's what I'm here for.

Tanya West Hoffner
Staff expertise and supportClosing remarks after being honored by the board.

People (7)

David SaxsPresident of NACID

Sent a letter of commendation for Tanya West Hoffner's years of service.

Commissioner GamashBoard Chair

Presided over the meeting and led board recognitions.

Commissioner MeisnerCommissioner

Presented committee reports and recognized staff contributions.

Commissioner JeepsonCommissioner

Discussed Transit Link contracts and transportation infrastructure.

Commissioner ReinerCommissioner

Provided updates on park improvements and CenterPoint Energy negotiations.

Josh BeckAssistant Director of Community and Government Relations

Appointed effective June 16, 2025.

Places Mentioned

Anoka CountyRapids Dam Regional ParkLavell Road, LexingtonCross Town Boulevard and Nightingale Street, AndoverBridgestone Road over Celibbrook, St. Francis229th Avenue Northwest, Oak GroveCedar Drive Northwest, Oak Grove109th Avenue, BlaineViking Boulevard, Oak GroveCenterville LakeIslands of Peace Regional ParkKodiak Park, Columbia HeightsWargo Nature Center, Lino LakesBunker Beach

Events & Meetings (3)

  • April 22, 2025: Management Committee of the Whole meeting
  • May 6, 2025: Transportation and Parks committee meeting
  • May 17, 2025: 16th annual 5K walk for mental wellness

Ordinances & Resolutions (2)

2025 TR-15

Revising parking limits on Lavell Road from 2 hours to 4 hours.

2025 TR-14

Accepting miscellaneous donations for Parks Department.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, May 13, 2025 - Anoka County Recorder