Planning Commission

The Planning Commission reviews new plans and policies and makes recommendations to the county board.

Dakota County prepares plans to protect and improve regional parks, greenways, natural areas, transportation facilities, and water resources, as well as manage solid waste and protect the environment. These plans are important to the quality of life of Dakota County residents and are guided by a set of overarching goals. The Planning Commission may also work on special projects as assigned by the county board.​

Planning Commission Bylaws

Committee details

14 members; 2 residents/district

1 year

$50​ for attendance at regular and special meetings

Monthly or as necessary, fourth Thursday,​ 7 p.m.

Jan. 22, 2026

March 26, 2026

May 28, 2026

July 23, 2026

  • Agenda (July 23, 2026) - not yet available
  • Minutes (July 23, 2026) - not yet available

Sept. 24, 2026

  • Agenda (Sept. 24, 2026) - not yet available
  • Minutes (Sept. 24, 2026) - not yet available

Nov. 19, 2026

  • Agenda (Nov. 19, 2026) - not yet available
  • Minutes (Nov. 19, 2026) - not yet available

Jan. 23, 2025

Feb. 27, 2025 - Meeting canceled

  • Agenda 2/27/25 - none
  • Minutes 2/27/25 - none

March 27, 2025

April 24, 2025 - Meeting canceled

  • Agenda 4/24/25 - none
  • Minutes 4/24/25 - none

May 22, 2025 - Meeting canceled

  • Agenda 5/22/25 - none
  • Minutes 5/22/25 - none

June 26, 2025

July 24, 2025

Aug. 28, 2025 - Meeting canceled

  • Agenda 8/28/25 - none
  • Minutes 8/28/25 - none

Sept. 25, 2025

Oct. 23, 2025 - Meeting canceled

  • Agenda 10/23/25 - none
  • Minutes 10/23/25 - none

Nov. 20, 2025

Dec. 18, 2025 - Meeting canceled

  • Agenda 12/18/25 - none
  • Minutes 12/18/25 - none

Kurt Chatfield, 952-891-7022

For more information, contact:
Office of the County Manager
651-438-4418