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Marshall County discusses Enbridge Minnesota tax court appeal with neighboring counties
Summary
Enbridge Energy, LP's Minnesota Tax Court appeal was discussed by county staff and an Enbridge representative; Marshall County staff said coordination with other counties and the state will continue in the coming months.
An Enbridge Energy, LP representative met with the Marshall County Board on May 5 to discuss the company's Minnesota Tax Court appeal filing and to coordinate a multi‑county response.
Jon Eisele, identified in the transcript as an Enbridge representative, met with county staff including Assessor Ryan Larson and Deputy Auditor/Treasurer Leanne Novacek; Carlton County Assessor Kyle Holmes and Kittson County Commissioner Theresia Gillie and other staff joined via Zoom. The board and staff agreed further discussion and coordination with other counties and the state will continue over the next months.
Why it matters: the tax court appeal affects Enbridge's taxable valuation in Minnesota and may have fiscal implications across multiple counties that host pipeline property or related assessments. Marshall County staff indicated ongoing intergovernmental discussions but did not record any formal action or vote at this meeting.
Next steps: county and intercounty staff will continue discussions with the state and with Enbridge on the appeal; no timetable for decision was recorded in the meeting minutes.
