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Dakota County Newsletter: Fall/Winter 2026

Aug. 31, 2026 - Read the online version of the fall/winter 2026 issue of the Dakota County Newsletter.

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Dakota County to host Budget and Property Tax Open House Sept. 10

Aug. 28, 2026 - Dakota County will host a Budget and Property Tax Open House Thursday, Sept. 10 from 5–6:30 p.m. at the Dakota County Western Service Center, 14955 Galaxie Ave., Apple Valley.

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Longtime farm families and 4-H recognized at Dakota County Fair

Aug. 12, 2026 - The Dakota County Board of Commissioners celebrated farm families and highlighted the state’s largest 4-H program during its annual special meeting Aug. 11 at the Dakota County Fair in Farmington.

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Labor Day

County offices will be closed for the day to observe Labor Day.

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Public Art Advisory Committee Meeting

The Public Art Advisory Committee makes recommendations to the county board on pieces of art to be placed in county public buildings using criteria and a process approved by the county board.

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Library Advisory Committee Meeting

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​The Library Advisory Committee meetings are open to the public, except for closed sessions dealing with personnel or confidential matters (indicated on the published agenda. The committee meets every other month.

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