Public Notices May 6, 2026
NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage:
DATE OF MORTGAGE: September 28, 2006
ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $44,481.94
MORTGAGOR(S): Gary W. Mertens, Jr. and Dayna S. Mertens f/k/a Dayna S. Case, husband and wife
MORTGAGEE: CitiFinancial Services, Inc.
DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Recorded on October 3, 2006 as Document Number 444789 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota.
ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Bayview Loan Servicing, LLC by assignment recorded on August 12, 2016 as Document Number A500326 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota; thereafter assigned to Bayview Dispositions IVB, LLC by assignment recorded on February 26, 2019 as Document Number A513288 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota; thereafter assigned to Greenwich Revolving Trust by assignment recorded on February 26, 2019 as Document Number A513289 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota; thereafter assigned to U.S. Bank National Association, not in its individual capacity but solely in its capacity as Indenture Trustee of CIM Trust 2019-R5 by assignment recorded on March 18, 2026 as Document Number A550468 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: Lots 7 and 8, Block 1, Donovans Addition to Staples, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Todd County Recorder. And Lots 7,8,9, and 10, Block 1, Donovans Addition to Staples, according to the plat thereof on file and of record in the office of the Todd County Recorder. Being an abstract property. Todd County, Minnesota.
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 423 MINNESOTA AVE SW, STAPLES, MN 56479
COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd County, Minnesota.
THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $28,279.16
TRANSACTION AGENT: None
NAME OF MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: CitiFinancial Services, Inc.
RESIDENTIAL SERVICER: Fay Servicing, LLC
TAX PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 38-0077300 and 38-0077400
TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: None
THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt then remaining secured by such mortgage, or any part thereof, or, if the action or proceeding has been instituted, that the same has been discontinued, or that an execution upon the judgment rendered therein has been returned unsatisfied, in whole or in part.
PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows:
DATE AND TIME OF SALE: June 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
PLACE OF SALE: Todd County Sheriff’s Office, County Detention Center, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347.
to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by said mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns is twelve (12) months from the date of sale.
TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: Unless said mortgage is reinstated or the property redeemed, or unless the time for redemption is reduced by judicial order, you must vacate the premises by 11:59 p.m. on June 25, 2027.
THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.
MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None
Dated: April 16, 2026
U.S. BANK NATIONAL
ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL
CAPACITY BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS
INDENTURE TRUSTEE OF CIM TRUST 2019-R5
Mortgagee
TROTT LAW, P.C.
By: /s/
*N. Kibongni
Fondungallah, Esq.*
Samuel R. Coleman, Esq.
Alexa Marsh, Esq.
Attorneys for Mortgagee
25 Dale Street North
St. Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-9760
(26-0067-FC01)
Federal law may require reporting to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network for certain purchases of residential property by entities or trusts. A successful third party bidder may be required to provide ownership and identifying information as a condition to completing the transfer.
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR.
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Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held March 17, 2026
Call to Order
The Todd County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s Board Room in the City of Long Prairie, MN on the 17th day of March, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Byers. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present.
Approval of Agenda
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the agenda as presented.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Denny and second by Neumann, the following motions and resolutions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for March 3, 2026 as presented.
Hire Ross Bollin for the part time Correctional Officer position start date TBD at a pay rate of $27.87 per hour Grade 6/F step C
To approve the promotion of Dominik Estrella Becerra to fill the open Administrative Assistant II/Bilingual position. Grade D/4, Step A, $22.60. Start date: TBD.
To approve an Off Sale and On Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor License for BDKMN Inc dba Head of the Lakes Resort at the address of 15080 Gardenia Drive, Osakis, MN in Leslie Township effective April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027.
To approve an On Sale Wine License for BDKMN Inc dba Head of the Lakes Resort at the address of 15080 Gardenia Drive, Osakis, MN in Leslie Township effective April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027.
To approve a Setup License for BDKMN Inc dba Head of the Lakes Resort at the address of 15080 Gardenia Drive, Osakis, MN in Leslie Township effective April 1, 2026 through March 31, 2027.
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the February 2026 Auditor Warrants number (ACH) 905801 through 905882 in the amount of $885,412.90 (Manual) 1200 through 1234 in the amount of $1,877,714.33 and (Regular) 245885 through 246035 in the amount of $888,040.06 for a total of $3,651,167.29.
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 404398 through 404420 in the amount of $10,784.01 and (Regular) 59647 through 59689 in the amount of $39,445.67 for a total of $50,229.68.
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 807350 through 807394 and (Regular) 713918 through 713963 for a total of $89,823.61.
On motion by Neumann and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 601946 through 601965 and (Regular) 518856 through 518881 for a total amount of $131,562.16.
Administration
Judge Heidi Hovis was introduced to the Board of Commissioners and an opportunity to discuss concerns and goals was held.
On motion by Denny and second by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF PRAIRIE LAKES MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY
CAPITAL PROJECT
WHEREAS, Todd County is a member of the Prairie Lakes Municipal Solid Waste Authority (PLMSWA), a five-member joint powers board comprised of Becker, Clay, Otter Tail, Todd, and Wadena Counties; and
WHEREAS, PLMSWA operates a regional waste management program that diverts approximately 54,000 tons per year of Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) from landfilling through resource recovery operations; and
WHEREAS, PLMSWA currently landfills approximately 10,000 to 11,000 tons per year of waste combustor ash and has conducted thoughtful research, engineering review, and pilot testing to transition to a sustainable ash recycling and management program; and
WHEREAS; PLMSWA successfully demonstrated ash recycling through a pilot road construction project and is prepared to move toward full-scale implementation; and
WHEREAS, potential funding would provide $7,267,000 through the Capital Assistance Program (CAP) to support construction of a permanent ash processing facility and modernization of Otter Tail County’s solid waste transfer station; and
WHEREAS, PLMSWA and its member counties will provide at least a 50 percent local match ($7,267,000) proportionate to the improvements they each receive, leveraging an additional $1,177,000 recommended for funding by the Legislative-Citizen Commission on Minnesota Resources (LCCMR) in 2026, pending legislative approval; and
WHEREAS, this project was submitted to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and ranked as the highest scoring application in the MPCA’s 2026 Capital Assistance Program funding recommendations to the Governor; and
WHEREAS, Todd County recognizes the importance of strategic state investment in local infrastructure and strongly supports this project as a key regional bonding request for 2026.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby formally support and respectfully urges the Minnesota Legislature and Governor to approve funding for this important regional infrastructure project.
County Ditch/Ag Inspector
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Acting as the Todd County Ditch Authority approves hiring Corbin Excavating for services detailed in his Estimate 1005, dated March 9, 2026, for Maintenance of approximately 1,330 feet of Lateral 6 on County Ditch 41, located on parcels 08-00172 & 08-0019401.
Planning & Zoning
On motion by Neumann and second by Denny, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
Resolution for a Minor Amendment to the Sauk River Watershed 10-Year
Comprehensive
Watershed Management Plan (CWMP)
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes §103B.801 establishes the Comprehensive Watershed Management Planning Program, also known as the One Watershed, One Plan program (1W1P) administered by the Board of Water and Soil Resources (BWSR), to align local water planning on major watershed boundaries with state strategies toward prioritized, targeted, and measurable implementation plans; and
WHEREAS, Todd County adopted the Sauk River Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan (CWMP) established through 1W1P for the area of the Collaborative Member’s jurisdiction identified within the Sauk River Watershed; and
WHEREAS, the Sauk River CWMP includes implementation tables in Chapter 6 for the Watershed-wide Data, Monitoring, and Planning Implementation Program to direct funding to targeted resource management and development of biennial work plans, to be reviewed by a Policy Committee established via the execution of a joint powers collaborative agreement amongst collaborative entities implementing the Sauk River CWMP.
WHEREAS, Todd County entered into a joint powers collaborative agreement with collaborating entities to implement the Sauk River CWMP, and under this agreement a Policy Committee was established to, amongst other duties, review and recommend approval of 10-year CWMP amendments to collaborative member’s governing boards.
WHEREAS, Todd County has received notice from said Policy Committee that: 1) the Policy Committee has reviewed the proposed minor amendment to the CWMP Chapter 6, Page 6-7, the addition of the priority implementation action “assess the Cold Spring Dam for modification opportunities to improve ecological functions; fish passage; water quality and altered hydrology improvements.” (full language in Exhibit A), 2) the Policy Committee recommends approval of the same by each collaborative member’s governing board and 3) the Policy Committee will upon receipt of support from all the collaborative member governing board, follow the required BWSR 1W1P Operating Procedures for a minor plan amendment which includes providing a 30-day comment for plan review authorities, holding a public hearing to respond to comments received, and then submitting the minor plan amendment to BWSR.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, Todd County hereby approves of a minor amendment to the Sauk River Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan Chapter 6, page 6-7, “assess the Cold Spring Dam for modification opportunities to improve ecological functions; fish passage; water quality and altered hydrology improvements.” (full language in exhibit A) and direct the Policy Committee to fulfill the required BWSR 1W1P Operating Procedures for a minor plan amendment.
The March 2025 Planning Commission minutes in draft form and March staff report were provided for review.
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the CUP on parcel 07-0030100 to manufacture and repair wooden pallets with the following conditions:
1. Hours of operation shall be restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Saturday.
2. Operation of the sawmill shall be conducted within a permitted structure.
3. Outdoor storage of products shall be allowed but shall be conducted in compliance with Section 9.01B of the Todd County Planning and Zoning Ordinance. All outdoor storage must be placed on the west and north sides of the proposed structure.
4. There shall be no loading or unloading of materials within the road right of way.
5. Relocation of the existing driveway to a location approved by the road authority. Establishment of additional driveway accesses must be approved by the road authority.
6. Applicant shall abide by all other applicable federal, state, and local standards.
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the CUP on parcel 20-0040500 to establish a sawmill for wholesale and retail sales with the following conditions:
1. Hours of operation shall be restricted to 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST, Monday through Saturday.
2. Operation of the sawmill shall be conducted within a permitted structure.
3. Outdoor storage of products shall be allowed but shall be conducted in compliance with Section 9.01B of the Todd County Planning and Zoning Ordinance.
4. There shall be no loading or unloading of materials within the road right of way.
5. Applicant shall abide by all other applicable federal, state, and local standards.
Health & Human Services
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the elimination of one Administrative Assistant II position from the Financial Services Unit from the organizational chart.
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the elimination of one Paraprofessional Case Aide position from the Adult Services Unit from the organizational chart.
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve notification to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Todd County’s intent to administer and deliver the Energy Assistance Program for FFY 2027.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reported that the county’s annual audit is in progress. Property Tax statements will be releasing by March 31, 2026. Township elections were held on March 10 and absentee voting continues for the Little Falls & Staples Motley upcoming special elections.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported attending a CLA audit meeting, Keyl radio, IT, Paycom, Personnel, U of MN Intern, Arbitration prep and Child care workshop.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Becker attended meetings including the Planning Commission and TWCC.
Commissioner Denny has attended meetings including Planning Commission, Personnel, Solid Waste and Arbitration.
Commissioner Noska has attended meetings including TCDC Strategic Planning session.
Commissioner Byers attended meetings including Personnel, Park Board, TCDC, Long Prairie Airport, Planning Commission and Arbitration.
Commissioner Neumann attended meetings including CPT Personnel, Park Board, Solid Waste, Rainbow Rider, JD2 Millers Bay and Long Prairie Airport meetings.
Adjourn
On motion by Becker and second by Neumann, the meeting was adjourned for the month of March 2026.
AUDITOR WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
DOUGLAS SWCD $23,225.24
LONG PRAIRIE
SANITATION INC 4,673.25
MN TEAMSTERS NO 320
2,733.24
TWIN CITY SCALE CO 2,911.00
VERIZON 6,163.97
WADENA COUNTY SHERIFF
3,147.50
WEST CENTRAL TECH
SERVICE AREA 9,494.58
WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING
INC 3,246.25
25 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 11,882.60
ACTIVE911 INC 3,905.00
CARD SERVICES
COBORNS 7,144.28
CENTRA CARE 13,350.31
CLIFTON LARSONALLEN,
LLP 12,127.50
COUNTIES PROVIDING
TECHNOLOGY 8,155.00
DOUGLAS SWCD 25,470.00
FLEET SERVICES/WEX
BANK 6,896.53
LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR
SERV INC 2,498.24
LINCOLN FINANCIAL
GROUP 6,975.88
METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE
COMPANY 12,955.58
MINNESOTA POWER 2,051.47
MN DEPT OF FINANCE 6,954.00
MORRISON SWCD 2,945.16
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
PETERS LAW OFFICE,
P.A. 4,550.00
POPE DOUGLAS SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT 35,406.64
PRAIRIE LAKES MUNICIPAL
SOLID WASTE AUTH 98,136.20
STAPLES ADVANTAGE 3,393.64
STEP 11,097.50
TRIMIN SYSTEMS INC 22,001.00
VOYANT COMMUNICATIONS,
LLC 3,348.03
39 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 19,862.33
ACCENT WIRE - TIE 2,282.25
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES
4,242.93
CENTERPOINT ENERGY 2,401.69
CENTERPOINT ENERGY 6,324.96
GALLAGHER BENEFIT SERVICES
INC 2,000.00
HOST CONSTRUCTION
CO LLC 2,765.00
LAKES COMMUNITY
COOPERATIVE 2,859.47
LONG PRAIRIE LEADER 2,560.00
LONG PRAIRIE OIL
COMPANY 5,800.98
MINNESOTA POWER 20,504.53
MISSISSIPPI HEADWATERS
BOARD 2,000.00
NORTHERN STAR COOP 6,062.42
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
TODD SOIL & WATER
CONS DIST 86,090.60
TOWN OF BARTLETT 25,140.93
TOWN OF BERTHA 28,104.64
TOWN OF BIRCHDALE 42,339.21
TOWN OF BRUCE 27,013.17
TOWN OF BURLEENE 25,196.39
TOWN OF
BURNHAMVILLE 33,491.60
TOWN OF
EAGLE VALLEY 37,875.91
TOWN OF FAWN LAKE 32,207.42
TOWN OF GERMANIA 31,796.52
TOWN OF GORDON 30,682.57
TOWN OF GREY EAGLE 26,209.10
TOWN OF HARTFORD 40,842.28
TOWN OF IONA 38,494.42
TOWN OF KANDOTA 25,065.06
TOWN OF LESLIE 27,742.22
TOWN OF LITTLE ELK 21,696.93
TOWN OF LITTLE SAUK 34,459.53
TOWN OF
LONG PRAIRIE 32,855.31
TOWN OF MORAN 30,805.93
TOWN OF REYNOLDS 29,137.35
TOWN OF
ROUND PRAIRIE 40,944.21
TOWN OF STAPLES 30,594.86
TOWN OF
STOWE PRAIRIE 35,721.62
TOWN OF
TURTLE CREEK 17,161.61
TOWN OF VILLARD 38,370.30
TOWN OF WARD 22,647.53
TOWN OF WEST UNION 22,321.02
TOWN OF WYKEHAM 36,627.36
47 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 19,954.56
3M 2,340.75
AFSCME COUNCIL 65 5,083.72
CENTERPOINT ENERGY 7,679.09
LAMUSGA/JASON 80,904.00
LARSON ABSTRACT
COMPANY 2,374.50
LAW ENFORCEMENT
LABOR SERV INC 2,385.98
MACO 2,190.00
MADDEN GALANTER
HANSEN, LLP 2,566.52
NORTH COUNTRY CHEVROLET
BUICK GMC 166,079.76
PETERS LAW OFFICE,
P.A. 2,096.25
SHI CORP 8,632.63
TODD CO MIS DEPT 2,410.00
25 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 13,100.47
HUMANA INSURANCE
COMPANY 7,555.97
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 45,427.57
VOYA (MSRS) 2,049.86
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 43,506.09
COUNTY OF TODD 3,245.84
VOYA (MSRS) 4,437.25
PAYCOM PAYROLL,
LLC 619,345.07
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 10,787.61
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 16,198.59
COUNTY OF TODD 3,845.34
VOYA (MSRS) 3,730.72
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 42,672.05
VOYA (MSRS) 31,104.11
US BANK-CC 7,285.38
HUMANA INSURANCE
COMPANY 8,582.97
BETTER HEALTH
COLLECTIVE 331,839.00
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 51,631.32
BETTER HEALTH
COLLECTIVE 31,782.00
PAYCOM PAYROLL,
LLC 598,163.83
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 3,486.12
16 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 11,037.64
CITY OF BERTHA 2,031.88
CITY OF EAGLE BEND 7,583.84
MN DEPT OF FINANCE 9,239.00
SCHOOL DISTRICT
2170 28,165.03
TOWN OF FAWN LAKE 12,676.94
9 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 3,166.29
TOTAL: $3,651,167.29
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
BARR ENGINEERING
COMPANY 3,236.50
CITY OF ST CLOUD 7,799.39
LONG PRAIRIE LEADER 7,225.00
SHI CORP 4,347.48
ST CLOUD ACOUSTICS
INC 2,250.00
61 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 25,371.31
Total: 50,229.68
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
FDHS - SWIFT 11,182.56
RURAL MN CEP INC 14,990.13
TODD COUNTY AUDITOR
TREASURER 15,096.10
USPS-POC 5,333.89
75 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 30,641.50
AMAZON CAPITAL
SERVICES 2,001.83
MAGNIFI FINANCIAL
CREDIT UNION 3,021.59
COST EFF HEALTH INS 2,100.00
8 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 5,456.01
Total: $ 89,823.61
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
GDHS - MOOSE LAKE RTC -
462 $ 2,844.25
DHS - MSOP-MN SEX OFFENDER
PROGRAM-462 4,929.00
HEARTLAND GIRLS
RANCH 28,553.20
LEVIN/TANJA A 2,050.00
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE
OF MN - ST PAUL 2,723.65
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE
OF MN - ST PAUL 3,413.48
MERIDIAN SERVICES
INC 2,273.86
NORTH HOMES CHILDREN &
FAMILY SRVS 12,329.80
STEP 5,745.68
#16359 2,025.52
VALLEY LAKE BOYS
HOME INC 19,354.00
VILLAGE RANCH INC 26,255.48
34 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 19,064.24
Total: 131,562.16
On a motion by Noska and second by Neumann, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held March 17, 2026 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on April 7, 2026.
Witness my hand and seal:
/s/ on file: Bob Byers,
County Board Chairperson
/s/ on file: Denise Gaida,
Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
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NOTICE OF MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE SALE
THE RIGHT TO VERIFICATION OF THE DEBT AND IDENTITY OF THE ORIGINAL CREDITOR WITHIN THE TIME PROVIDED BY LAW IS NOT AFFECTED BY THIS ACTION.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: That default has occurred in the conditions of the following described mortgage:
DATE OF MORTGAGE: July 31, 2015
ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $92,857.00
MORTGAGOR(S): Joel Ambriz Carrillo, a single person
MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank and Trust Co., N.A.
DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Recorded on August 3, 2015 as Document Number 495310 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota.
ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. by assignment recorded on September 10, 2019 as Document Number A515937 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The East One hundred sixty-five (165) feet of the South Seventy-six (76) feet of the North Eighty (80) feet of Lot Three (3), Block One (1), Budgett`s First Addition to the Village of Long Prairie, Todd County, Minnesota.
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 215 6TH ST SE, LONG PRAIRIE, MN 56347
COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd County, Minnesota.
THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $77,622.88
TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.
NAME OF MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: Wintrust Mortgage, a division of Barrington Bank and Trust Co., N.A.
RESIDENTIAL SERVICER: Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
TAX PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 36-0077000
TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1000312-0001250034-1
THAT no action or proceeding has been instituted at law to recover the debt then remaining secured by such mortgage, or any part thereof, or, if the action or proceeding has been instituted, that the same has been discontinued, or that an execution upon the judgment rendered therein has been returned unsatisfied, in whole or in part.
PURSUANT, to the power of sale contained in said mortgage, the above described property will be sold by the Sheriff of said county as follows:
DATE AND TIME OF SALE: June 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM.
PLACE OF SALE: Todd County Sheriff’s Office, County Detention Center, 115 Third Street South, Long Prairie, MN 56347.
to pay the debt then secured by said mortgage and taxes, if any actually paid by the mortgagee, on the premises and the costs and disbursements allowed by law. The time allowed by law for redemption by said mortgagor(s), their personal representatives or assigns is six (6) months from the date of sale.
TIME AND DATE TO VACATE PROPERTY: Unless said mortgage is reinstated or the property redeemed, or unless the time for redemption is reduced by judicial order, you must vacate the premises by 11:59 p.m. on December 28, 2026.
THE TIME ALLOWED BY LAW FOR REDEMPTION BY THE MORTGAGOR, THE MORTGAGOR’S PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES OR ASSIGNS, MAY BE REDUCED TO FIVE WEEKS IF A JUDICIAL ORDER IS ENTERED UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 582.032, DETERMINING, AMONG OTHER THINGS, THAT THE MORTGAGED PREMISES ARE IMPROVED WITH A RESIDENTIAL DWELLING OF LESS THAN FIVE UNITS, ARE NOT PROPERTY USED IN AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION, AND ARE ABANDONED.
MORTGAGOR(S) RELEASED FROM FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ON MORTGAGE: None
Dated: April 02, 2026
WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.
Mortgagee
TROTT LAW, P.C.
By: /s/
N. Kibongni
Fondungallah, Esq.
Samuel R. Coleman, Esq.
*Alexa Marsh, Esq.*
Attorneys for Mortgagee
25 Dale Street North
St. Paul, MN 55102
(651) 209-9760
(25-0371-FC02)
Federal law may require reporting to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network for certain purchases of residential property by entities or trusts. A successful third party bidder may be required to provide ownership and identifying information as a condition to completing the transfer.
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR.
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FRESHWATER
EDUCATION
DISTRICT #6004
Board Meeting
March 25, 2026
Wadena, MN
MINUTES
The meeting was called to order by Chair Huttunen at 5 p.m.
Present: R. Huttunen-Sebeka, B. Tumberg-Wadena-Deer Creek; S. Veronen-Verndale; J. Hillmer-Browerville; R. VanDenheuvel-Bertha-Hewitt; R. Thalmann–Henning; K. Howard-Menahga; R. Wright-Staples-Motley.
Absent: C. Wolf-Long Prairie-Grey Eagle.
Supt: L. Westrum-Wadena-Deer Creek.
Admin: E. Weber, J. Wothe, J. Anderson, S. Thiel.
Others: A. Wahlin, R. Rothstein, J. Osberg, R. Bowman.
Agenda: MOTIONED BY Van Denheuvel and seconded by Tumberg to approve the agenda as presented. Vote: U/C
MOTIONED BY Tumberg and seconded by Wright to approve the consent agenda, which included: prior meeting minutes, policy updates, 26/27 SY agreements and menu option, and personnel actions presented. Vote: U/C
Reports Received:
Ex. Director: Board members were reminded to complete the Ex. Director survey. READ Act training is underway, with screenings planned this spring and additional ALC training to follow. The Adult Pathway grant ends FY26 and was not renewed; the Secondary Pathway continues through FY27, with reapplication planned. Negotiations remain ongoing. Van inspections are complete with one pending reinspection. The LPALC site will be closed, with services continuing. Enrollment updates were shared. Security upgrades are being explored. Carl Perkins coordination work continues.
SpEd Director: Spring Fling and monitoring updates were shared. Academy enrollments are nearly full, with several students transitioning. Recent and upcoming trainings include principal and disability meetings in March.
Finance Manager: Updates were provided on PAWN, CESO consultation, LTFM levy planning and health insurance.
New Business
MOTION BY Hillmer and seconded by VanDenheuvel to approve the closure of the FED ALC physical site at 308 1st St S, Long Prairie, MN 56347 and discontinue seat-based programming at that location, and direct the Admin to continue providing education services through an online instruction model, effective for the 26/27 SY. Roll Call VOTE: ABSTENTIONS: None. AYE: Tumberg, Veronen, Hillmer, VanDenheuvel, Thalmann, Howard, Wright, Huttunen. NAY: None ABSENT: Wolf. Motion Carried.
MOTION BY Tumberg and seconded by Veronen to adopt the Cafeteria Plan Adoption Agmt. plan between Aviben and FED #6004 as presented. VOTE- U/C
MOTION BY Howard and seconded by Wright to approve the Mutual Termination and Release Agreement between LPGE ISD #2753 and FED #6004 for terminating the lease agreement for the LP ALC leased space. ROLL CALL VOTE- ABSTENTIONS: None. AYE Tumberg, Veronen, Hillmer, VanDenheuvel, Thalmann, Howard, Wright. NAY: None. ABSENT: Wolf. Motion Carried.
MOTION BY Veronen and seconded by Wright to approve the SpEd Finance consulting agreement with CESO. VOTE- U/C
MOTION BY Hillmer and seconded by Howard to approve the business service agreement with B-H ISD #786 as presented. VOTE-U/C
MOVED BY Tumberg and seconded by VanDenheuvel that the School Board of FED #6004 gratefully accepts the following donations as identified below: Spring Fling: Anonymous - $160; West Central Telephone, Sebeka - $100; 1st National Bank of Henning - $50; Todd Wadena Electric, Wadena - $50; Wadena State Bank, Wadena - $100; American Food Group, Green Bay, WI - $150; Anderson Homes, Sebeka - $50; VFW Post 6206, Menahga - $250; Arvig, Perham - $150; United Community Bank, Perham - $100; Staples Lions Club, Staples - $500; Super One, Wadena - $100; Perham Area Community Lions Club, Dent - $100; Veteran of Foreign Wars, Wadena - $200; Menahga Gateway Lions, Menahga - $250; Knights of Columbus, Frazee - $250; Reading for the Future: VFW Auxiliary No. 3922, Wadena - $200; Staples Lions Club, Staples - $250; Motley Lions Club, Motley - $1,000; American Legion Post #12, Long Prairie - $200; Mid-Minnesota Federal Credit Union, Brainerd - 100; Lincoln Area Business Association, Cushing - $620; American Legion Post #124, Motley - $200; Eagle Bend Lions, Eagle Bend - $500; Staples Eye Clinic, Staples - $50; National Insurance Brokers, Verndale - $100; Long Prairie Dairy Queen, Long Prairie - $100; Faith Lutheran Church, Staples - $50; Benning Printing, Clarissa $25; Tower Pizza, Staples - $100.
VOTE on adoption of the Resolution was as follows: ABSTENTIONS: None. AYE: Tumberg, Veronen, Hillmer, VanDenheuvel, Thalmann, Howard, Wright, Huttunen. NAY: None. ABSENT: Wolf. WHEREUPON, said Resolution was declared duly adopted.
MOTION BY Howard and seconded by Hillmer to adjourn the meeting at 5:39 p.m.
Respectifully submitted,
Scott Veronen,
Board Clerk
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OFFICE OF THE MINNESOTA SECRETARY OF STATE
CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME
Minnesota Statues Chapter 333
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ASSUMED NAME:
Cardinal Pines Apartments
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Name: Cardinal Pines Apartments Staples LLC
ADDRESS: 175 7TH AVE S WAITE PARK MN 56387 USA
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Work Item 1644893000021
Original File Number 1644893000021
STATE OF MINNESOTA
OFFICE OF THE
SECRETARY OF STATE
FILED
04/23/2026 11:59 PM
Steve Simon
Secretary of State
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NOTICE
LEADER COMMUNITY HALL BOARD
The Leader Community Hall Board will meet Thursday, May 14, 2026 at the hall at 7:00 p.m.
Mark Strom, Secretary
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