2026-06-23 Board of Supervisors Meeting

The Woodbury County Board of Supervisors held a meeting on June 23, 2026, addressing several procurement and policy matters. Key procurement discussions included the approval to replace two aging vehicles used for plowing and maintenance with a single newer vehicle, with an estimated net cost of approximately $25,000 after anticipated sale proceeds. The board also reviewed capital improvement projects (CIP), noting an approved amount of $1,120,000 for a waterfall project and plans to reallocate about $400,000 in leftover CIP funds, including juvenile detention facility upgrades. Additionally, the board approved a 12-month moratorium on the acceptance and processing of applications for industrial data centers in unincorporated areas, allowing time to review zoning ordinances and public concerns related to such developments. This moratorium aims to ensure due diligence and community input before permitting large-scale data center projects, reflecting significant public interest and debate. The board also discussed budget implications related to changes in county road speed limits and associated signage costs, with a preference for a temporary resolution to maintain current speed limits while adjustments are made. Overall, the meeting balanced procurement decisions with policy deliberations impacting future county infrastructure and development.