Carver County Board of Commissioners -- Board Meeting/Work Session - November 18th, 2025

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Approval of agenda

Approval of November 4, 2025, minutes

Community announcements

Review of proposed 2026 fee for service schedule

Public hearing for Ordinance 87-2026 (Carver County fee schedule)

Health Incentive Program (HIP) update and recommendations

Votes (5)

Approval of the agenda

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Lynch · Seconded by Anderson

Approve November 4, 2025, minutes

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Uterman · Seconded by Fee

Open public hearing for Ordinance 87-2026

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Uterman · Seconded by Lynch

Close public hearing for Ordinance 87-2026

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Fee · Seconded by Uterman

Approve Ordinance 87-2026 and fee schedule

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Fee · Seconded by Lynch

Notable Quotes (3)

In the end, it's important to remember that we cannot become what we need to be by remaining what we are.

Commissioner Anderson
LeadershipSharing leadership wisdom from Max Depri.

The probability that we may fail in this struggle ought not to deter us from the support of a cause we believe to be just.

Commissioner Anderson
LeadershipSharing a quote attributed to Abraham Lincoln.

The state is going to get picked on a lot. They're trying to slide a lot of stuff down to your property taxes.

Commissioner Uterman
Budget/TaxesCriticizing state-mandated fee shifts during the budget discussion.

People (9)

LynchVice Chairman

Participates in voting and board discussions; leads discussions on road projects.

AndersonCommissioner

Focuses on community outreach and regional programs like AMC leadership.

UtermanCommissioner

Active in procedural motions and questioning county fee structures.

FeeCommissioner

Provides updates on regional council meetings and snowmobile club activities.

Mary K. WallAssistant Finance Director

Presented the 2026 proposed fee schedule and ordinance amendments.

Heather GoodwinDirector of Health and Human Services

Explained the increase in foster care licensing fees dictated by the state.

Brad HanselEnvironmental Services Manager

Provided details on the hazardous waste facility short-term transfer fee.

Danielle GriezmerOccupational Health and Safety Manager

Updating the board on the county health incentive program.

Joel JohnsonPastor Emeritus

Recognized for 30 years of community service at Westwood Community Church.

Places Mentioned

Carver CountyWestwood Community ChurchChesca Thai restaurantStock and Barrel shooting rangeChaska Middle School WestBaylor ParkHighway 212Highway 5Highway 82nd Street

Events & Meetings (3)

  • November 4, 2025: Board meeting date for previous minutes approval
  • November 2025 (recent): Joel Johnson service
  • November 2025 (recent): FRC opening at Morivian Church

Ordinances & Resolutions (1)

87-2026

Carver County fee schedule adoption for 2026, including permit adjustments and new hazardous waste facility fees.

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Carver County Board of Commissioners -- Board Meeting/Work Session - November 18th, 2025 - Carver County Recorder