NORTHWOOD – The following are the expenses paid by Worth county and Board of Supervisor meeting minutes for the period ending on April 20, 2026:
SUMMARY:
The Worth County Board of Supervisors met on April 20, 2026, with members Mark Smeby, A.J. Stone, and Chairperson Enos Loberg in attendance. After calling the meeting to order and reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, the board approved the day’s agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting held on April 13. The supervisors proceeded to approve several drainage district work orders, including those for DD #2, DD #6, DD #2-3, and DD #46. Administrative actions included the renewal of a Class “C” Retail Alcohol License for Brackey’s Country View Acres and a Retail Tobacco License for Maverik Group, LLC. Additionally, the board authorized fireworks permits for events at Country View Acres scheduled for May 23 and August 15.A significant portion of the session was dedicated to the county’s financial planning for the upcoming fiscal year. At 9:00 a.m., the board opened a public hearing regarding the FY26/27 budget; however, no public comments were received, and the hearing was closed shortly thereafter. Following the hearing, the supervisors approved Resolution 2026-10 to adopt salary recommendations for elected officials for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2026. This action followed the board’s decision to assume the responsibilities of the previously abolished County Compensation Board. Approved FY27 salaries include $109,532 for the Sheriff, $108,761 for the County Attorney, and $79,622 for the Auditor, with the latter including a $7,500 stipend for budget preparation. The Supervisor Chair will receive a salary of $34,760, which includes a $500 stipend.The meeting concluded with the formal adoption of Resolution 2026-11, certifying the Worth County fiscal year 2026/2027 proposed budget. This budget was approved as previously published in the Northwood Anchor and the Manly Junction Signal. With all primary business completed, the board adjourned the meeting at 9:03 a.m..