Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting (Technical Difficulties) December 16th, 2025

Tuesday, December 16, 2025

Approval of paid claims and purchase card claims

Approval of County Board meeting minutes

Acceptance of charitable contribution from Kexus Energy for Parks programs

Promotion of the National Civics Bee

Approval of new county grant policy

Library ebook and audiobook pricing concerns

Transportation coordinated services contract renewal (ACAP)

Child support cooperative agreements

Anoka County Regional Juvenile Center joint powers agreement update

Law enforcement contract with City of Bethel

Violent Crime Enforcement Team grant contract

Internet Crimes Against Children task force agreement

Deer hunting firearm legislation impact discussion

Flock safety camera equipment MOU with City of Rapids

Traffic control signal and pedestrian ramp improvements on Round Lake Blvd

Votes (5)

Accepting regular claims paid over $500

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Brassstead · Seconded by Commissioner Schulty

Approval of Dec 1st and 2nd Board minutes

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Meisner · Seconded by Commissioner Schulty

Approval of county grant policy

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Jeepson · Seconded by N/A

Human services consent agenda

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Meisner · Seconded by Commissioner Heinrich

Public safety action items

PassedUnanimous

Moved by Commissioner Brassstead · Seconded by Commissioner Schulty

Notable Quotes (3)

Giving back to our communities is in our DNA, and it's a value our employees demonstrate every single day.

Christa Benjamin
Charitable contributionsDiscussing foundation mission during donation presentation.

We believe strongly that you cannot have a strong business community without a strong community. Period.

Lori Higgins
National Civics BeeExplaining chamber involvement in the National Civics Bee.

It's really more than just money; they're such an asset in the community.

Commissioner Schulty
Charitable contributionsCommenting on Kexus Energy's partnership.

People (11)

Commissioner HeinrichCommissioner

Participated in roll call and voting.

Commissioner BraadCommissioner

Participated in roll call and voting.

Commissioner ReinerCommissioner

Presented charitable donation from Kexus Energy.

Commissioner GomeshCommissioner

Participated in roll call and voting.

Commissioner SchultyCommissioner

Participated in roll call and voting.

Commissioner JeepsonCommissioner

Lead on Government Operations committee.

Commissioner MeisnerCommissioner

Advocated for National Civics Bee and human services contracts.

Commissioner BrasssteadCommissioner

Moved motions and participated in voting.

Christa BenjaminExecutive Director

Presented on Kexus Energy Foundation donations.

Paul MartinezCFO and Board Chair

Presented check for $25,000 for park programs.

Lori HigginsPresident

Discussed the National Civics Bee initiative.

Places Mentioned

Anoka CountyHeritage Lab, Peltier LakeAnoka Ramsey Community CollegeAnoka Technical CollegeRound Lake BoulevardCity of BethelCity of Rapids

Events & Meetings (8)

  • November 28, 2025 (Period ending for claims)
  • December 1, 2025 (County Board Meeting)
  • December 2, 2025 (County Board Meeting)
  • December 2, 2025 (Government Operations committee)
  • December 2, 2025 (Public Safety committee)
  • December 3, 2025 (Human Services committee)
  • December 3, 2025 (Transportation and Parks committee)
  • February 3, 2026 (Civics Bee application deadline)

Ordinances & Resolutions (3)

2025-PS18

Authorization of signatory for Minnesota ICAC task force.

2025 TR55

Resolution regarding Anoka County prevention measures.

2025 TR56

Resolution regarding Anoka County prevention measures.

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Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting (Technical Difficulties) December 16th, 2025 - Anoka County Recorder