Joint Powers Board

Meetings


The Joint Powers Board meets quarterly or as often as circumstances dictate.

Agendas and Minutes


Agendas are available prior to the meetings. Minutes are available following approval.
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Members


  • County Commissioner Lee Ann Pierce
  • County Commissioner Mike Bartley
  • City Councilor Nick Wendell
  • City Councilor Leah Brink

Responsibilities


The Joint Powers Board consists of four members: two from Brookings County and two from the City of Brookings. The members meet periodically as necessary for the purpose of discussing the planning, design, construction, and continued operation of the Brookings City & County Government Center and its grounds.

The City Manager and the County Commission Department Director are nonvoting members of the Board. The Board has general authority concerning the planning, design, construction, and continued operation of the building, however the following matters are subject to approval by both the County Commission and the City Council:
  • All bonds and financing
  • Annual operation budget
  • Approval of final design and plans
  • Bid of all contracts
  • Employment of architects and engineers