Public Notices November 4, 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: May 8, 2020
ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $263,532.00
MORTGAGOR(S): Jatty D. Zondo, married woman
MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Guardian Mortgage, a division of Sunflower Bank, N.A.
DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Recorded on May 13, 2020 as Document Number 519346 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota.
ASSIGNMENTS OF MORTGAGE: Assigned to: Guardian Mortgage, a division of Sunflower Bank, N.A. by assignment recorded on October 6, 2023 as Document Number A538428 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The Southwest Quarter of the Southeast Quarter, except the East 33 feet thereof, in Section 4, Township 132, Range 35, Todd County, Minnesota.
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 13134 COUNTY 24, BERTHA, MN 56437
COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd County, Minnesota.
THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $235,754.97
TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.
NAME OF MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: Guardian Mortgage, a division of Sunflower Bank, N.A.
RESIDENTIAL SERVICER: Sunflower Bank, N.A.
TAX PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 02-0003900
TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1005554-1200011864-0
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: December 10, 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 December 10, 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: October 07, 2026
GUARDIAN MORTGAGE, A DIVISION OF
SUNFLOWER BANK, N.A.
Mortgagee
TROTT LAW, P.C.
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
(23-1001-FC05)
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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TODD COUNTY
BOARD OF
ADJUSTMENT
215 First Ave. South
Long Prairie,
Minnesota 56347
320-732-4420
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, November 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. the Todd County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing in the Commissioner’s board room, 215 1st Ave South, Suite 301, Long Prairie, MN
NOTE: This meeting is again being held in-person and the public is encouraged to attend. Those who do attend in person can find parking atop the hill on the west side of the Historic Courthouse and enter through the north doors, near the American Flag and monument.
Questions? Call or email 320-732-4420 or toddplan.zone@co.todd.mn.us.
Agenda
•Call to Order
•Pledge of Allegiance
•Introduction of Board of Adjustment Members and process review
•Approval of agenda
•Approval of October 22, 2026, Board of Adjustments meeting minutes
•The applicant is introduced
•Staff report
•Applicant confirms if staff report accurately represents the request
•Site Visit Review
•Public comment
•Board review with applicant, staff, and public
1. Dennis Waldvogel: Section 25, Birchdale Township, Big Birch Lake
Site Address: 10736 Angler Trail, Grey Eagle, MN 56336
PID: 03-0059200
1. Request to reduce the Road Right-of-Way setback from 20’ to 10’ for the replacement of the garage.
2. Request to increase the allowed height for a non-conforming accessory structure from 18’ to 25’ for the replacement of the garage.
2. Todd County Park and Trails, Battle Point Park: Section 05, Gordon Township, Lake Osakis
Site Address: 12902 Faraway Ln, Osakis, MN 56360
PID: 10-4002900
1. Request to increase the allowed 50’ sand beach blanket to 200’ sand beach blanket for water-oriented property in General Development Shoreland Zoning District.
Adjournment.
Next meeting:
December 17, 2026
All persons interested are invited to attend said hearing or submit a letter to be heard on these matters. All correspondence must include name, mailing address and be received 48 hours before the date and time of the hearing.
Todd County Board of
Adjustment
Russell VanDenheuvel, Chair
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NOTICE
Lake shore
AERATION WARNING
LAKE SHAMINEAU
Open water along the shore with thin ice around the edge on the West shores of Lake Shamineau. Starting November 2026 and early months of 2027. For inquiries call 218-821-1470.
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Notice of
Hearing on
2027 Street and Utility Improvements
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Motley will meet in the Council Chambers of the City Hall at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, November 9, 2026, to consider the proposed 2027 Street and Utility Improvements, composed of the making of improvements on Front Street from US Highway 10 to 300 feet east of 1st Avenue, Main Street, Beaulieu Street, Ash Street, and Cedar Street from US Highway 10 to 1st Avenue, and 1st Avenue from Ash Street to Front Street consisting of the replacement of streets, sidewalks, driveway entrances, storm drainage systems, water services, water mains, and sanitary sewer spot repairs, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 429.011 to § 429.111. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is composed of the properties abutting these streets and properties directly served via these streets and utilities. The estimated cost of the improvement is $1,934,500. A reasonable estimate of the impact of the assessment and methodology used to calculate individual assessments will be available at the hearing. Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting.
Tami Brotherton, Clerk
City of Motley
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Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held Sept. 15, 2026
Public Comment
The Todd County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s Board Room in the City of Long Prairie, MN on the 15th day of September, 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 except Commissioner Noska.
Approval of Agenda
On motion by Becker and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the agenda as presented with addition of item 5.6 CMCOA Update.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Denny and seconded by Neumann, the following motions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for September 1, 2026 as presented.
Accept resignation of Elizabeth Perish, seasonal worker at Todd County Transfer Station effective 8-14-2026.
Hire Laura Bunde for the Administrative Specialist position start date TBD at a pay rate of $24.41 an hour Grade 5/E Step A
To approve the hire of Jessica Scherping to fill an open Eligibility Worker position. Grade F/6, Step A, $26.36. Start date: TBD
To approve the hire of Kimberly Orozco to fill an open Eligibility Worker position. Grade F/6, Step A, $26.36. Start date: TBD
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the August 2026 Auditor Warrants number (ACH) 906244 through 906325 in the amount of $660,097.74 (Manual) 1449 through 1492 in the amount of $3,002,375.98 and (Regular) 246842 through 246992 in the amount of $869,517.56 for a total of $4,531,991.28.
On motion by Becker and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 404669 through 404695 in the amount of $18,658.23 and (Regular) 60069 through 60110 in the amount of $127,809.57 for a total of $146,467.80.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 807836 through 807874 and (Regular) 714474 through 714510 for a total of $71,055.78.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 602096 through 602111 and (Regular) 519101 through 519113 for a total amount of $64,741.64.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
RESOLUTION FOR A PUBLIC LAND AUCTION OF
TAX-FORFEITED PARCELS IN TODD COUNTY
WHEREAS: Tax-Forfeited Parcels in Todd County have been reappraised and classified as provided by M.S. § 282.01, and will be offered for sale by the Todd County Auditor/Treasurer at a public auction.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners do hereby approve said land auction to be held online with bid4assets starting on Monday, October 19, 2026. The Todd County Auditor/Treasurer is hereby directed to publish a notice of the upcoming land auction as provided by law.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the terms of sale are as follows:
All properties that are sold with bid4assessts will need to follow their payment schedule, no payment plans will be offered, and full payment are due per bid4assets parameters.
A charge of $25 will be made for each State Deed issued.
A charge of $46 will be made to record the State Deed.
State Deed Tax on the amount of purchase will be collected. (0.0033 x purchase price of more than 3k or minimum of $1.65)
A $50 fee for well certificate, if applicable, will be collected.
A Tax Forfeiture Administration fee of $250 will be collected.
A three percent (3%) Assurance Fund charge will be made (as per M. S. § 284.28, Subd. 8).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Tax-Forfeited Parcels will be offered for sale subject to liens, existing roads, easements and leases, if any, and any special assessments canceled at forfeiture may be reassessed by the municipalities after the sale.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all Tax-Forfeited Parcels are sold as is.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the right is reserved by Todd County, in the interest of the public, to cancel this sale at any time prior to its sale.
Central Minnesota Council On Aging
Lori Vrolson provided an update to the board regarding the Central Minnesota Council On Aging’s roles, responsibilities and programs offered to senior citizens.
County Sheriff
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the change in the Organization Chart from two Court Security positions to Road Deputy positions.
Solid Waste
On motion by Denny and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the bid by Oberg Fence in the amount of $18,388.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the bid by Two Rivers Enterprises in the amount of $10,840.
Planning & Zoning
The September 2026 Planning Commission minutes and staff report were provided for review.
On motion by Neumann and secondeded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the rezoning of the identified parcel from Shoreland- NE to Shoreland - NE and Commercial with no conditions.
On motion by Becker and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and allow the continuation of CUP-2024-015 and allow for the construction of one additional 30’x40’ greenhouse structure.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the CUP with the following conditions:
1. Operation is restricted to wholesale production of products as identified in the application.
2. Operation 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. Storage of finished products must be located outside of the road right-of-way.
5. There shall be no loading or unloading of materials within the road right-of-way.
6. Applicant shall abide by all other applicable federal, state, and local standards.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the CUP with the following conditions:
1. Site is limited to the construction of a single structure as proposed in the application. Additional storage structures shall require the review of the Planning Commission.
2. New accesses from the public roadway shall be approved by the road authority prior to installation.
3. Vegetative screening shall always be maintained to provide sufficient screening to Turtle Lake.
4. Applicant shall abide by all other applicable federal, state, and local standards.
On motion by Becker and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the CUP with the following condition.
1. Applicant shall abide by Section 9.17 of the Todd County Planning and Zoning Ordinance.
On motion by Byers and seconded by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
Resolution to Amend Section 9.04-Prohibited Structures of the Todd County Planning and Zoning Ordinance
WHEREAS, on July 7, 2026, the Todd County Board of Commissioners discussed an amendment to Section 9.04 of the Planning and Zoning Ordinance and recommended the Planning Commission review this section;
WHEREAS, on August 6 and September 3, 2026, the Todd County Planning Commission held a public hearing and reviewed an amendment to Section 9.04;
WHEREAS, following a full review and discussion by the Planning Commission, a recommendation was made to adopt an amendment to Section 9.04;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, at the Todd County Board of Commissioners now has adopted an amendment to Section 9.04 which shall take effect on September 15, 2026.
Health & Human Services
On motion by Becker and seconded by Denny, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SUPPORT FOR ARROWS FAMILY SERVICES
WHEREAS, Arrows Family Services is a charitable 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization providing services to the residents of Todd County, and;
WHEREAS, Arrows Family Services is seeking funding through Sourcewell’s Impact Funding to develop and operate a Mobile Community Resource Center designed to bring information, resources, referrals and community-based services directly to communities within Todd County, and;
WHEREAS, a mobile Community Resource Center can increase access to resources and supports, therefore removing potential barriers and to improve overall community functioning, and;
WHEREAS, Sourcewell’s Impact Funding requires eligible projects to be a collaborative effort between a non-profit organization and a local unit of government, and;
WHEREAS, Todd County recognizes the value of collaboration among local government and community partners to improve access to services to enhance the quality of life for the residents of Todd County, and;
WHEREAS, Todd County will collaborate with Arrows Family Services by helping to identify communities and populations to serve, coordinate referrals to Arrows Family Services, and provide information for, or participate in, mobile-site events;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby expresses its formal support for Arrows Family Services to apply for Sourcewell Impact Funds for the development and operation of a mobile Community Resource Center to serve and support the residents of Todd County.
Administration
Discussion was held regarding potentially changing the terms of the current Lease of the Todd County Expo Building with Long Prairie Hockey Association.
Commissioner Becker made a motion to continue the LPHA Lease Agreement as-is with two percent (2%) annual rent increase which was later rescinded.
The current Lease of the Todd County Expo Building with Long Prairie Hockey Association remains as originally signed and valid through March 31, 2027.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Adopt the tentative agreement with Teamsters-Sheriff’s Supervisors.
Finance Committee
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
DISCONTINUE ANNUAL FUNDING TO THE NEW LONG PRAIRIE SHOP SAVINGS ACCOUNT
WHEREAS, on July 1, 2014, the Todd County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution that created a dedicated savings account for the sole purpose of the construction of a new Long Prairie Public Works Shop with annual deposits funded at no less than a minimum of $200,000 annually until the construction of the new Long Prairie Shop is completed, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners adopted funding reductions for FY2015 via BA #20141202-11, FY2016 via BA #20151103-18 and FY2018 via BA #20170919-04 which reduced the annual funding for the Long Prairie Shop Savings Account for these years, and;
WHEREAS, on September 19, 2017, the Todd County Board of Commissioners adopted a restructuring of the funding plan for the future construction of a new Public Works Long Prairie Shop to include the resolve that future annual deposits be sourced from and remain within Fund 01-General Revenue at no less than a minimum of $219,000 annually until the construction of the new Long Prairie Public Works Shop is completed or other direction is passed by the County Board, and;
WHEREAS, during the preparation of the County’s Fiscal Year 2024, 2025 and 2026 Budgets its was approved a reduction of the required annual savings deposit to $0 would be in the best interest of the county, and;
WHEREAS, during the preparation of the County’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget it was determined that reduction of the required annual savings deposit to $0 and discontinuing this annual commitment would be in the best interest of the county to reduce the overall financial impact to the County’s local levy.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby reduce the required annual $219,000 deposit to the New Long Prairie Shop Savings Account to $0 for Fiscal Year 2027 and discontinue this annual deposit indefinitely or until the Todd County Board of Commissioners passes a resolution for providing other direction.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2027 PRELIMINARY LEVY
WHEREAS, the Laws of the State of Minnesota direct that the Todd County Board of Commissioners are required to approve by resolution a preliminary levy no later than September 30 annually, and;
WHEREAS, The Todd County Board of Commissioners have considered the financial situation of the County and had an opportunity to deliberate the levying of property taxes upon property owners within the County.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve the 2027 Preliminary Levy for Todd County, for property taxes payable in 2027 per table below, with the authority to reduce this levy before the final levy deadline of December 28, 2026.
Certified Levy Program Aid Local Levy
General Revenue: 14,576,001.00, 1,945,705.00, 12,630,296.00
Road & Bridge: 2,425,720.00, 2,425,720.00
Human Services: 4,717,014.00 4,717,014.00
Public Health: 441,851.00, 441,851.00
Comp Water: 5,360.00, 5,360.00
Regional Library: 369,108.00, 369,108.00
Bonded Indebtedness: 379,385.00, 379,385.00
County Fair: 25,000.00 , 25,000.00
Parks & Trails 25,000.00 25,000.00
Total: 22,964,439.00, 1,945,705.00, 21,018,734.00
On motion by Becker and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To set the Truth in Taxation Hearing for Monday, November 30, 2026 to begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Todd County Commissioner’s Boardroom.
Closed Session
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To enter into closed session pursuant to MN Statute 13D.05, Subdivision 3, at 10:58 a.m.
On motion by Becker and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To reopen the session at 11:16 a.m.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reported that absentee voting for the State General Election opens Friday, September 18; any interested persons can reach out to the office or utilize the mnvotes.gov website for more information.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported attending meetings including Policies, Emergency Management, County Attorney, PZ, AMC, Park Board, Solid Waste, Insurance, and TWCC.
County Commissioner’s
Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Denny attended meetings including Personnel, Dept Head, SWCD, Solid Waste, and Finance.
Commissioner Becker attended meetings including Policies, Rainbow Rider and TWCC.
Commissioner Byers attended meetings including Dept Head, Rep Fischbach Visit, TCDC and TWCC.
Commissioner Neumann attended meetings including Sauk River 1W1P, CMCOA, Park Board, Solid Waste and Rainbow Rider.
Adjourn
On motion by Becker and seconded by Denny, the meeting was adjourned for the month of September 2026.
AUDITOR WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
ELECTION SYSTEMS &
SOFTWARE INC $2,415.25
GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM,
INC 5,781.13
HAZARD CONSULTANTS
INC 3,681.20
PRAIRIE LAKES MUNICIPAL
SOLID WASTE AUTH 98,136.20
SCHOMMER/MICHAEL 2,788.49
SEACHANGE PRINT
INNOVATIONS 10,317.88
WEST CENTRAL REG
JUVENILE CTR 6,554.00
20 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 6,734.93
CENTRA CARE 13,350.31
CENTRAL APPLICATORS
INC 7,947.22
CHARM-TEX 4,859.90
CITY OF LONG
PRAIRIE 104,934.14
COUNTIES PROVIDING
TECHNOLOGY 8,235.00
FLEET SERVICES/WEX
BANK 11,904.88
MN DEPT OF FINANCE 9,419.50
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
POPE DOUGLAS SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT 27,555.04
VERIZON 6,863.86
VOYANT COMMUNICATIONS,
LLC 3,278.60
WORMS LUMBER &
READY-MIX INC 4,188.00
34 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 19,716.06
BRAUN INTERTEC
CORPORATION INC 3,700.00
CENTRAL APPLICATORS
INC 14,908.32
CITY OF STAPLES 250,910.52
FRANKLIN OUTDOOR
ADVERTISING CO 5,395.00
GALLAGHER BENEFIT
SERVICES INC 2,000.00
HOST CONSTRUCTION CO
LLC 2,917.50
HOST/RON AND STACY 15,285.19
KEYL KXDL HOTROD
RADIO 2,415.00
KUNKEL/MARK AND
GWEN 21,879.00
LANDWEHR CONSTRUCTION
INC 110,189.31
LONG PRAIRIE OIL CO 5,637.71
LUTZ/EZRA 5,850.00
MADDEN GALANTER HANSEN,
LLP 11,230.75
MINNESOTA POWER 20,603.85
PETERS/MARC AND
SHARON 16,245.00
RAHN’S OIL & PROPANE 31,173.21
THIESCHAFER/JUSTIN AND
SARA 15,750.00
39 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 18,508.83
AFSCME COUNCIL 65 4,764.44
CENTURY TRAFFIC,
LLC 136,744.23
D & D AUTO REPAIR 2,190.71
DOUCETTE’S LANDSCAPING &
CONTRACTING 10,650.00
DS SOLUTIONS, INC 2,620.00
GRIFF’S PIZZA 2,221.72
JERRY’S AUTO BODY 2,251.71
LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR
SERV INC 2,387.82
LIBERTY TIRE SERVICES
LLC 4,612.20
LINCOLN FINANCIAL
GROUP 7,245.82
METROPOLITAN LIFE
INSURANCE CO 14,691.16
MINNESOTA ENERGY
RESOURCES CORP 23,304.79
MN TEAMSTERS NO 320 2,991.24
MOTOROLA 2,973.06
NORTHSTAR PLUMBING,
HEATING, & AIR LLC 2,770.04
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
PETERS LAW OFFICE,
P.A. 9,621.25
QUALITY AUTO BODY &
GLASS LLC 16,510.58
SHI CORP 73,375.45
STEP 13,253.75
WATERGUARDS LLC 14,023.50
30 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 14,706.42
ARNZEN CONSTRUCTION
INC 58,843.97
DECISION POINTS AUTHORS
LLC 3,000.00
GOODWIN/EILEEN AND
STEVE 94,272.12
L&K RENTALS LLC 5,000.00
LONG PRAIRIE OIL CO 19,144.78
MOTOROLA 2,973.06
SCHOOL DISTRICT 213 7,368.82
SCHOOL DISTRICT 2170 4,404.23
SCHOOL DISTRICT
2753 4,498.79
SCHOOL DISTRICT 787 11,675.02
TOWN OF BIRCHDALE 3,110.32
TOWN OF GORDON 3,724.41
TOWN OF WARD 2,862.14
TOWN OF WEST UNION 2,637.94
WEX BANK-SINCLAIR 2,400.98
38 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 21,878.05
BETTER HEALTH
COLLECTIVE 30,160.00
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 40,027.88
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 3,467.11
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
RETIREMENT 6,310.75
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 4,268.70
CASEY’S BUSINESS
CARD 3,733.84
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
RETIREMENT 165,820.63
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 41,597.25
VOYA (MSRS) 7,316.48
COUNTY OF TODD 2,694.96
BETTER HEALTH
COLLECTIVE 327,450.00
PAYCOM PAYROLL,
LLC 795,387.57
MN DEPT OF
REVENUE 109,488.90
US BANK-CC 9,186.44
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 3,467.10
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 40,237.17
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
RETIREMENT 6,193.45
COUNTY OF TODD 2,532.46
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 16,737.30
VOYA (MSRS) 16,488.73
HUMANA INSURANCE
COMPANY 7,855.25
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 4,681.00
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE
RETIREMENT 101,187.44
PAYCOM PAYROLL,
LLC 608,246.55
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 3,467.11
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 39,285.03
PAYCOM PAYROLL,
LLC 588,128.62
17 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 16,958.26
TOTAL $4,531,991.28
COMMISSIONERS WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
CENTRAL APPLICATORS
INC 11,379.28
CROSBY AND SONS
CONSTRUCTION 38,373.12
FARM-RITE EQUIPMENT,
INC 30,218.02
GALLS LLC 3,784.26
JENKINS IRON & STEEL
INC 3,400.00
JERRY’S AUTO BODY 7,388.99
LONG PRAIRIE LEADER 3,455.00
LONG PRAIRIE OIL
COMPANY 3,346.10
NORTHERN STAR COOP 2,609.52
SHI CORP 8,226.90
SUMMIT COMPANIES 9,661.50
VILLARD IMPLEMENT
COMPANY 2,703.43
57 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 21,921.68
Total: $146,467.80
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
RURAL MN CEP INC 11,430.25
TODD COUNTY AUDITOR
TREASURER 15,096.10
USPS-POC 4,774.81
61 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 29,487.69
TRAFERA LLC 2,848.00
11 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 7,418.93
Total: $71,055.78
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
CENTRACARE - ST CLOUD AUTO
OWNERS INSURANCE 2,000.00
V #18360 3,113.99
V #18340 5,311.83
LITTLE SAND GROUP
HOME 12,398.14
PORT GROUP HOMES 9,979.68
PRESBYTERIAN FAMILY
FOUNDATION INC 12,249.39
STEP 6,416.24
22 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 13,272.37
Total: $64,741.64
On a motion by Denny and seconded by Neumann, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held September 15, 2026 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on October 6, 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
TODD COUNTY
Important Property Tax Homestead Notice
This will affect your 2027 property taxes and eligibility for Property Tax Refund.
Have you purchased or moved into a property in the last year?
Contact your county assessor to file a homestead application if you or a qualifying relative occupy the property as a homestead on or before December 31, 2026.
What is a qualifying relative?
For occupied agricultural or residential property a qualifying relative a parent, child, grandparent, grandchild, sibling, uncle, aunt, nephew, or niece. This relationship may be by blood or marriage.
When do I apply?
You must apply on or before December 31, 2026.
Once homestead is granted, annual applications are not necessary unless they are requested by the county assessor.
Contact the assessor by December 31, 2026, if the use of the property you own or occupy as a qualifying relative has changed during the past year.
If you sell, move, or for any reason no longer qualify for the homestead classification, you are required to notify the county assessor within 30 days of the change in homestead status..
Todd County Assessor’s Office
215 1st Avenue South,
Suite 202
Long Prairie, MN 56347
320-732-4431
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NOTICE
NOTICE OF SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING ISD #2170
CANVASSING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a special meeting of the Staples-Motley School Board is scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 7:45 a.m. at the ISD #2170 District Office, 905 4th St NE, Staples, MN 56479.
This meeting is to canvass the results of the school board election held in conjunction with the general election..
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF TODD
DISTRICT COURT
SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
PROBATE DIVISION
Court File No.
77-PR-26-1049
In Re: Estate of
Daniel C. Owen Sr. (a/k/a Daniel Owen)
Decedent
NOTICE OF AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR FORMAL ADJUDICATION OF INTESTACY, DETERMINATION OF HEIRS, FORMAL APPOINTMENT OF PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVE AND NOTICE TO CREDITORS
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It is Ordered and Notice is given that on November 30th, 2026 at 11:14 a.m., a non-appearance hearing will be held in this Court at 221 First Avenue S., Long Prairie, Minnesota, on a petition for the adjudication of intestacy and determination of Decedent’s heirs, and for the appointment of Donald Brusewitz, whose address is 27212 124th Street, Staples, MN 56479, as personal representative of the Decedent’s estate in an unsupervised administration.
Any objections to the petition must be raised at the hearing or filed with the Court prior to the hearing. Any objections filed will result in an appearance hearing to be set at a future date. If the petition is proper and no objections are filed or raised, the personal representative will be appointed with the full power to administer the Decedent’s estate, including the power to collect all assets; to pay all legal debts, claims, taxes, and expenses; to sell real and personal property; and to do all necessary acts for the Decedent’s estate.
Notice is further given that, subject to Minn. Stat § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Decedent’s estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court within four (4) months after the date of this notice or the claims will be barred.
BY THE COURT
Dated: October 19, 2026
Heidi Hovis,
Judge of Distric Court
SKOOG LAW
Grant K. Skoog
MN #0403246
24 Colfax Ave. SW
PO Box 623
Wadena, MN 56482
Telephone: (218) 631-1228
E-mail: Grant@Skooglaw.com
ATTORNEY FOR
PETITIONER
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