Nestled in the heart of the Minnesota River Valley in the south-central part of the state, Blue Earth County encompasses 764 square miles of several lakes, rivers, streams, and rich agricultural land. The County has 368-miles of rivers and is beautifully landscaped with wooded bluffs and is known for its many parks, trails, and campgrounds.
 
Blue Earth County is home to 11 cities and 23 townships and serves as a regional hub, particularly in its County seat of Mankato for retail, education, healthcare, manufacturing, tourism, and government services. Agriculture has always been and remains today a principal industry for areas throughout the County. Blue Earth County remains a top hog producer in the state along with producing high yields of corn and soybeans.

The County was established in 1853, five years before Minnesota became a state, and continues to thrive with an estimated population in the 2010 census of 64,013. Blue Earth County is governed by a five-member Board of Commissioners, with each member representing a geographical district of the County.

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Blue Earth County

Robert W. Meyer

Erica Wendlandt

Taylor Garcia

Msw Jessica Schisel Ches, Cpht

Tim P.

Taylor Fast

Stefan Gantert

Robin Ford

Nicholas Engel

Mark Piepho

Linda McDonald

Kevin Paap

Jordan Willemssen

Jennifer Clements

Jacob Quade

Chris Murphy

Caitlin Treml

Ashley Jones Turner

Michael Maurer

Andy Kratzer

Laura Elvebak

Karri Harvey

The Legal and Regulatory Affairs team at Blue Earth County is responsible for navigating the complex legal landscape that governs county operations. This team provides legal guidance and support to various departments, ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, and addresses legal issues related to land use, agriculture, and public administration. Additionally, they play a pivotal role in policy development and enforcement, helping to safeguard the county’s interests and promote responsible governance.

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