Public Hearing for for Proposal to Change Elected Positions to Appointed Positions

The Houston County Board of Commissioners hereby provides notice of its intent to consider a proposal to change the offices of Recorder and Auditor / Treasurer from elected positions to appointed positions pursuant to Minnesota Statutes.

A public hearing on this matter will be held during the regular meeting of the Houston County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday December 16th, 2025, at 9:05 am. in the Commissioners’ Room at the Houston County Courthouse, 304 South Marshall Street, Caledonia, Minnesota

*Sample Resolution*

RESOLUTION TO MAKE THE POSITIONS OF AUDITOR, TREASURER, AND RECORDER APPOINTED PURSUANT TO MINNESOTA STATUTE § 375A.1205

WHEREAS, the offices of County Auditor /Treasurer, and County Recorder in Houston County, Minnesota are currently vacant and being fulfilled on an interim basis by individuals appointed by the County Board; and

WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes § 375A.1205, Subdivision 1, allows the County Board to make these offices appointed upon the occurrence of a vacancy; and

WHEREAS, the County Board believes that transitioning these positions to appointed roles will promote efficiency, enhance administrative oversight, and improve continuity in service delivery.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:

1.  The Board hereby declares its intent to make the positions of County Auditor / Treasurer,and County Recorder appointed rather than elected pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §375A.1205.

2.  This resolution shall be published in the official newspaper of Houston County prior to adopting, and a 30-day period shall be provided for the public to submit a valid petition requesting a referendum on this change after adoption.

3.  If no valid petition is filed within 30 days after adoption of this resolution, this resolution shall become effective, and the County Board shall appoint individuals to these positions pursuant to Minnesota law.