Carver County Board of Commissioners -- Board Meeting - January 6th, 2026
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Nomination and election of County Board Chair for 2026
Nomination and election of Vice Chair for 2026
Public comments regarding proposed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) contract
Discussion of community and economic impacts of ICE detention
County commissioner community announcements and legislative priorities
Review of county park activities and recreational facilities
Votes (2)
Nominate Tom Workman as 2026 Board Chair
Moved by Commissioner Udman · Seconded by Commissioner Lynch
Nominate Commissioner Lynch as Vice Chair
Moved by Chair Workman · Seconded by Commissioner Lynch (Self-Nominated)
Notable Quotes (2)
Can you imagine a video on the internet of ICE pulling somebody a 45year-old woman out of her car... Can you imagine what that will say about our county?
Don't hand the keys of the local jail to federal bureaucrats. Bringing ICE into our local jail is an invitation for federal oversight.
People (12)
Presiding over the January 6, 2026 organizational meeting.
Moved the nomination for 2026 Chair.
Nominated and approved as Vice Chair.
Argued against ICE contract, citing fiscal impact and lack of accountability.
Presented a petition with 500+ signatures opposing ICE presence in the county jail.
Former civil trial attorney; warned of legal risks associated with ICE partnerships.
Shared testimony from fearful immigrant community members.
Argued against federal oversight and for local control of the jail.
Licensed teacher; discussed impact of immigration fears on school engagement.
Retired pastor; shared concerns regarding the impact on gig economy workers.
Owner of a landscaping/snow removal company; highlighted labor shortages due to ICE activity.
Provided updates on legislative priorities and park activities.
Places Mentioned
Events & Meetings (1)
- January 6, 2026: Carver County Board Organizational Meeting