Board approves consent agenda, posts schedules and votes to meet in closed session under statute for litigation discussion

Morrison County commissioners approved the consent agenda, reviewed upcoming schedules and then voted to enter closed session to discuss litigation strategy under a cited statute.

Why it matters: the consent agenda vote cleared routine items from the board docket; the closed‑session vote invoked attorney‑client privilege under a statutory provision, indicating the board intended to discuss litigation or strategy with counsel.

A board member moved to approve the consent agenda as presented; the motion was seconded and carried on roll call with several commissioners recorded as voting aye. The board then reviewed schedules for late June and July and noted events including the county fair, a July 8 planning session, department head meeting, and other committee dates.

Later the board considered two resolutions to move into closed session. The chair asked for a motion to adopt a resolution citing "statute 13 D 0.05, subdivision 3 B, to discuss litigation and strategy." Commissioner Blaine moved, Commissioner Casper seconded, and the board voted to adopt the resolution and enter closed session. County staff said the attorney‑client portion of the meeting would not be recorded.

Less critical details: staff suggested recessing before the closed session for scheduling and refreshments. The meeting record shows the board paused the public recording before attorney‑client discussions began.