Emergency Management Director Receives State Award
Anoka County Emergency Management Director Terry Stoltzman recently received an Outstanding Community Partnership Award from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety — division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management — for initiatives that enhance the field of emergency management. To read the press release on this item, click HERE.
County Receives Award for Accounting, Financial Reporting
The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recently awarded Anoka County a Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting for the county’s comprehensive financial report. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. This is the 32nd time Anoka County has won this award. To watch the video on this item, click HERE.
Public Reminded to Take Precautions to Lessen Spread of Coronavirus
Terry Stoltzman, Anoka County emergency management director, and Susan Perkins, supervisor of disease prevention and emergency preparedness for Anoka County, addressed the board to remind the public to practice proper sanitation and social distancing during the coronavirus outbreak. This includes washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, staying home if you’re sick, refraining from shaking hands, avoiding touching your face, and cleaning surfaces as needed. To watch the video on this item, click HERE.
Gifts Accepted for Veteran Services Office
The board accepted monetary donations for the county’s Veteran Services Office from Ham Lake Lanes, Hidden Haven Country Club, Smokey’s Pub and Grill and E.J.’s Inc. For more information on this item, click HERE.
Board in Support of Legislation for Volunteer Drivers
The board voted in support of legislation to protect the viability of volunteer driver programs in Minnesota. Some insurance carriers are increasing their insurance rates on volunteer drivers, treating them like a for-hire transportation service and charging these drivers higher rates. For more information on this item, click HERE.
Board Opposes Watershed Spending Requirement Legislation
The board voted to oppose legislation that establishes watershed district spending requirements by political regions or boundaries. The board’s concern in this matter is that this legislation could restrict watershed districts from spending outside of their area, and watershed districts need to work together to monitor and improve regional water quality; this legislation could limit that effort. For more information on this item, click HERE.
To watch the full board meeting, click HERE.