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Date of Award

11-1996

Culminating Project Type

Thesis

Department

Geography and Planning

College

School of Public Affairs

First Advisor

Robert Bixby

Second Advisor

Ben Richason

Third Advisor

W. Arthur Mehrhoff

Keywords and Subject Headings

Study of orderly annexation

Abstract

This study analyzed the intent of Minnesota's Orderly Annexation Statute (414.0325) and local governmental implementation options. This statute provides for one or more townships and one or more municipalities to designate an area in need of annexation. The governments jointly determine how and when the annexation occurs and who has jurisdiction over said area. The study dealt with three main issues. First, it deals with the reasons this legislation was necessary and factors guiding this development process in 1978. Next, there is a review of state-wide applications by local units of government. Finally, this study addresses the role of the Minnesota State Municipal Board in the application of an Orderly Annexation Agreement. Upon review of available literature, this type of study has not been completed. It is anticipated that the results of this study will be utilized by the legislature to review the statute and possibility make revisions to better serve the citizens.

The case study dealt with the communities of St. Joseph and St. Joseph Township. A brief history of each community and their relationships is addressed. The research examined why they are considering an Orderly Annexation Agreement and what options are available to them. There is also an overview of their decision-making process including setting up a joint decision-making body to review their options and the issues that were addressed in their meetings. This study identifies potential problems in drafting an Orderly Annexation Agreement addressed by these two governing bodies.

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