“In cooperation with our citizens, we improve the quality of life for individuals,

families and communities by fostering a healthy economy and environment.”

“Looking forward with purpose”

MEETING NOTICE

Nobles County Board Work Session Tuesday, February 28, 2017

8:30 a.m. Executive Conference Room, Government Center

318 9th Street, Worthington MN

Agenda

1. Bloom Township DNR Acquisition – James Joens 2. Okabena-Ocheda Watershed District – Dan Livdahl 3. State Hwy 264 turnback – Stephen Schnieder 4. Ditch System Repair Cost Limits – Beth Van Hove/Stephen

Schnieder 5. Legal Advice on Active Case – Closed Session (10:00 A.M.) 6. Board Agenda 7. A. Open Public Comment

B. Honorary Commissioner 8. Heron Lake Watershed District Board of Managers

Appointments 9. Project Proposals 10. Other 11. Next Work Session: Wednesday, March 29, 2017

ADMINISTRATION Phone: 507-295-5201

Fax: 507-372-8363 administration@co.nobles.mn.us

315 Tenth Street P.O. Box 757 Worthington, MN 56187-0757

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