In adapting to the demands of technology and legislative governance, remote attendance at meetings for Sherburne County decision-makers will now be a reality. The County Commissioners and Economic Development Authority members are slated to convene in January, with at least one member joining through digital means.
The Economic Development Authority (EDA) is scheduled to meet at 8 a.m. on Jan. 15, with the County Board meeting following at 9 a.m. on Jan. 20. As per a brief released by the county, the sessions will ensure compliance with Minnesota Statute § 13D.02 Subd. 1. (a). This statute dictates that during remote participation, members must be able to engage in full auditory and visual communication, akin to an in-person meeting, according to Sherburne County. Similarly, the public must retain the ability to observe all deliberations and votes. This shift nods at governmental transparency, ensuring that the public eye remains privy to the inner machinations of local governance. Digital integration into the meeting protocol also includes a requirement that at least one member must be physically present at the Sherburne Government Center.
Additionally, the county stipulates that all voting during these meetings will be conducted by roll call. Assistant County Administrator Dan Weber is the designated point of contact for those seeking further enlightenment on this operational shift. For more information, interested individuals can reach out at (763) 765-3001 or email [email protected], as publicized in the county's announcement.
Public attendance continues to be welcome at the main venue, located at 13880 Business Center Drive NW, Elk River, MN 55330. For more details on the meetings and remote attendance protocols, the public can reference the county's official announcement.
