Scott County Veterans Service

Scott County Veterans Service is the county veterans service office every Minnesota county must have under section 197.60; see the Minnesota entry on county veterans service officers. What it does. "Scott County Veterans Service assists veterans of the county (as well their dependents and survivors) in securing federal and state benefits provided by law because of their service in the Armed Forces of the United States. Veterans Service personnel help in the development of claims, preparations of government forms, and accessing information for them in connection with their claims for benefits from various state and federal agencies." Its medical care page adds that "the office also operates a loan closet consisting of equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers." Recording a discharge. The office's FAQ: "Yes, bring the original Copy Number 1 and the Copy Number 4 of the DD214 to the Veterans Service Office, we will have it recorded at the Scott County Recorders Office and give your original right back to the veteran. Discharge documents are not considered public record in the State of Minnesota. We will, also, start a benefits file for the veteran in our office." Where. Director Derek Farwell, whom the County Board reappointed on March 3, 2026 for the term to November 29, 2029; Government Center West, 200 4th Ave W, Shakopee, MN 55379; 952-496-8176; 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday. The FAQ says to call first for an appointment.