Olmsted County’s Property Records and Licensing Director Mark Krupski is retiring
Mark Krupski, director of Olmsted County's Property Records and Licensing (PRL) department, is retiring after 32 years of service.
After 10 years as a self-employed realtor, Krupski came to the county as an appraiser. He then advanced to the assistant director role in PRL before becoming director, a position he has held for the past 16 years.
When he started his career at Olmsted County, Krupski did not anticipate becoming the PRL director.
"The director position did not exist until 10 years after I started," Krupski said. "My plan was to hone my appraisal skills and specialize in commercial appraisal or become a city assessor somewhere."
In working for Olmsted County, Krupski said his favorite part has been helping residents and providing them with the best possible customer service.
"I am sincerely grateful for the opportunity to be of service," Krupski said.
One of Krupski's favorite memories was helping a single mother with an adult son who is disabled avoid tax forfeiture.
“Olmsted County hopes it never needs to tax forfeiture anyone’s property for failure to pay property taxes, especially when it involves someone’s residence,” Krupski shared. “In this situation, we were able to assist the property owner in finding the resources necessary to preserve their home ownership. It was very rewarding for all of us.”
Those who have worked with Krupski have commented on his dedication to serving residents.
"Krupski's focus on providing excellent customer service in all areas of the department will continue for many years to come," said Deputy County Administrator Pete Giesen. "I'm extremely grateful for Mark's 16 years as the PRL director."
"Our customers have always been a top priority for Mark," PRL Manager Jennifer Fibison commented. "Mark will be missed by many he has assisted throughout his years of service."
"Mark's dedication to PRL's mission of world-class customer service has been exemplified in his interactions with customers, taxpayers, and property owners," Assistant PRL Director Julie Hackman added. "We wish him the best in his retirement."
Assistant PRL Director Katie Smith commented on Mark’s guidance. “It has been a rewarding experience to have Mark as a mentor. His strength as a leader will continue to show within the PRL department far beyond his retirement.”
Krupski's last day with the county is May 31, 2022. Mary Blair-Hoeft started on April 25, 2022 as the new PRL director and is training alongside Krupski.
The Olmsted County PRL department oversees several services which preserve land and individual records (past, present, and future) for the benefit of the public. These services include passports, vital records, elections and voting, assessment services, revenue/property taxes, recording, and abstracting.
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