By Jim Magdefrau

VINTON – The Benton County Board of Supervisors had a brief meeting Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025, at the Benton County Service Center, Vinton.

A land use change hearing was set for Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, at 9:15 a.m. for Jonathan Kaine and Tasha Ritchart, for land in Section 28, Canton Township.

A land use change hearing was set for Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. for Dennis and Barbara Garling for land in Section 21, Iowa Township.

A farm exemption was approved for the Silhanek Family Trust (Greg and Carlene) for land in Parcels C and D, Section 24, Homer Township. They plan to build a new residence and they qualify for the farm exemption, according to Barb Fetzer of the land use office. 

The board approved use of the courthouse lawn for the Vinton Cruise. 

In reports, Supervisor Bruce Volz updated the board on employee participation in the wellness program, and how it affects the county’s premiums. He emphasized the importance of having members of departments attend the wellness meeting. One more meeting will be held in the fall. The board also talked about having a meeting at the Cedar Valley Ranch. 

Auditor Hayley Rippel explained what will be covered in the meeting with the Iowa State Association of Counties annual conference.