DEPARTMENT: Human Resources
FILE TYPE: Regular Action
TITLE
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Closed Executive Session: Discuss Labor Negotiations Strategy
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PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED
Hold a closed executive session.
SUMMARY
The Dakota County Attorney has advised that prior to closing a County Board meeting, pursuant to the Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stat. Ch. 13D, the County Board must resolve by majority vote to close the meeting.
RECOMMENDATION
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The County Manager has recommended that a closed executive session be held during the Dakota County Board meeting on May 19, 2026, to discuss the following:
• Labor Negotiations Strategy
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EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACTS
Fiscal impact will be discussed in the closed session.
☐ None ☐ Current budget ☒ Other
☐ Amendment Requested ☐ New FTE(s) requested
RESOLUTION
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WHEREAS, upon adoption of a resolution by majority vote, the Dakota County Board is authorized, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.03, to hold a closed executive session to discuss labor negotiations strategy; and
WHEREAS, the Dakota County Board of Commissioners desires to meet to discuss labor negotiations strategy.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, That the Dakota County Board of Commissioners hereby closes the County Board meeting on May 19, 2026, and recesses to Conference Room 3A, Administration Center, Hastings in order to discuss labor negotiations strategy.
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PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment: None.
BOARD GOALS
☐ Thriving People ☐ A Healthy Environment with Quality Natural Resources
☐ A Successful Place for Business and Jobs ☒ Excellence in Public Service
CONTACT
Department Head: Andy Benish
Author: Andy Benish