The Blue Earth County Board of Commissioners Meeting for August 25, 2026.

The Blue Earth County Board of Commissioners held a meeting on August 25, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions primarily focused on county ditch repair and improvement projects. The board reviewed and accepted contract completion reports for County Ditch 56 and County Ditch 73, awarding final payments to contractors Sy Excavating Incorporated and Leland Drainage and Excavating LLC, respectively. Additionally, the board awarded a contract for judicial ditch 33 improvements to Leland Drainage and Excavating LLC for $378,852.55. The meeting also covered approval of a new two-year contract with River Valley Forensic Services for autopsy and forensic examinations at the current cost. Planning and zoning matters included the approval of a moratorium on data center permits to allow for further study and ordinance amendments related to land use. Administrative items included authorization to recruit for a human resources coordinator position and approval of a gambling permit. The meeting concluded with a closed session for legal advice regarding a pending civil action. Overall, the meeting involved multiple contract awards, bid approvals, and budget-related decisions impacting county infrastructure and services.