Waseca County

Waseca County, named for the Dakota word meaning "rich", a reference to the fertile soil in the area, was established Feb. 27, 1857, one year before Minnesota became a state. Waseca County is known for its rich, black soil producing record crops every year. The major industries are farming, printing, manufacturing and tourism,. The population of 19,136 (2010 census) live in and around the communities of Janesville, New Richland, Waldorf and Waseca - the County seat.

County Commissioners:
James Peterson - District 1
Michael D. Hintz - District 2
Blair Nelson - District 3
Richard Androli - District 4
Dan Kuhns - District 5

County Attorney: Paul Dressler
County Auditor/Treasurer: Joyce Oliver
County Recorder: Linda Karst
County Sheriff: Brad Milbrath

County Administrator: Laura Elvebak