Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, September 23, 2025

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Approval of claims paid over $500

Approval of board meeting minutes

Domestic Violence Awareness Month proclamation

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month proclamation

Spotlight on Opioids and Overdose event

Votes (2)

Approval of regular claims paid over $500

Passed unanimously7-0

Moved by Commissioner Jeepson · Seconded by Commissioner Brasted

Approval of September 9th minutes

Passed unanimously7-0

Moved by Commissioner Schulty · Seconded by Commissioner Heinrich

Notable Quotes (2)

71% of women in domestic violence shelters reported that their abuser threatened or injured or killed their pet.

Connie Moore
Domestic ViolenceJustification for opening Linus' Pet Haven.

In 2024, 100% of the opioid fatalities in Anoka County involved fentanyl.

Patty Constant
OpioidsHighlighting the severity of the opioid crisis.

People (5)

Connie MooreExecutive Director

Presented on 48 years of service, domestic violence statistics, and the new Linus' Pet Haven initiative.

Jenna PerezRepresentative

Shared faith-based nonprofit mission for long-term supportive housing and resiliency stories like Hannah's.

Patty ConstantSenior Program Manager / Opioid Prevention Specialist

Detailed the October 4th community event and current opioid trends in the county.

Commissioner MeisnerCommissioner

Introduced the Domestic Violence Awareness Month discussion and provided national statistics on abuse.

Commissioner JeepsonCommissioner

Proposed Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month resolution and provided transit resources for service providers.

Places Mentioned

Anoka CountyAlexandra HouseThe Dwelling PlaceSpring Lake Park High SchoolAnoka City Hall PlazaBlaine Human Services CenterNorthtown Transit Station

Events & Meetings (3)

  • September 27, 2025: Hopefest at Anoka City Hall Plaza
  • October 4, 2025: Spotlight on Opioids and Overdose at Spring Lake Park High School
  • October 23, 2025: Purple Thursday (Domestic Violence Awareness)

Ordinances & Resolutions (2)

2025-98

Proclaiming October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Anoka County.

2025-99

Proclaiming October 2025 as Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting, September 23, 2025 - Anoka County Recorder