NEW ULM — Brown County Commissioners unanimously approved a 2026 salary and per diem hike for commissioners Tuesday. Commissioners will receive a 2026 salary of $31,982 plus $1,500 for the board chair and $500 for the vice chair. Daily per diem rose from $80 to $100. “I think this is reasonable,” said Commissioner Scott Windschitl. Action came on a motion by Commissioner Dave Borchert, seconded by Jeff Veerkamp. By a 3-2 vote on an amended motion, commissioners approved raising daily per diem from $85 to $100 for county-appointed committee and commissioner members. This applies ...