Public Notices April 19, 2023
NOTICE
CITY OF STAPLES
ORDINANCE NO. 542
REGULATING THE SALE OF
TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL PRODUCTS IN THE CITY OF
STAPLES
THE CITY COUNCIL DOES ORDAIN:
ARTICILE VII. TETRAHYDROCANNABINOL PRODUCTS
It is the purpose of the city council to regulate the sale of legalized adult-use of any product that contains tetrahydrocannabinol and that meets the requirements to be sold for human or animal consumption under Minnesota Statute 151.72. This ordinance is enacted to ensure responsible THC product retailing, allowing legal sale and access without promoting increases in use, and to discourage violation of THC Product-related laws, especially those which prohibit or discourage the marketing, sale or distribution of THC products to youth under 21 years of age.
NOTICE: THE FOLLOWING PUBLISHED MATERIAL IS ONLY A SUMMARY OF THE ADDITION OF ARTICLE VII TO THE STAPLES CITY CODE. THE ENTIRE ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW ON THE CITY’S WEBSITE AT STAPLES.GOVOFFICE.COM OR AT CITY HALL DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS.
Adopted this 11th day of April, 2023
Ron Murray, Mayor
City of Staples
Attest:
Tara Greer, City Clerk
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CITY OF STAPLES
NOTICE OF MEETING
TO CONSIDER THE VARIANCE
APPLICATION FOR A MINIMUM LOT SIZE IN THE B-1 DISTRICT AT 213 4TH ST NE
NOTICE is hereby given that the Staples Board of Appeals and Adjustment will meet at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 20, 2023, at the Staples City Hall, 122 6th St NE, to consider the application for a Variance to Section 109-75 (e)(1), to create a parcel in the B-1 Zoning District that is less than 2,000 square feet by splitting Parcel #38-0014400 at the existing common wall.
All persons interested are invited to attend this meeting and be heard on this matter. If you would like to submit a comment, please email it to tgreer@ci.staples.mn.us. If you would like to mail a comment the address is 122 6th St NE, Staples MN 56479.
Dated: April 18, 2023
Tara Greer, City Clerk
City of Staples
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NOTICE
FAWN LAKE
TOWNSHIP ANNUAL ROAD TOUR
The Fawn Lake Township Annual Road Tour will be held Friday, April 28, 2023 at 9:00 a.m.
Meet at the town hall prior to 9:00 a.m. Questions call the clerk, 218-531-0287.
Kelly Miller, Clerk
Fawn Lake Township
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NOTICE
MEADOWBROOK TOWNSHIP
2022 ANNUAL
ROAD REVIEW
Meadowbrook Township will hold its annual road review on Friday, April 28, 2023.The board will meet at 12:00 p.m. at the Leader Community Hall and proceed to drive and review all township roads from there, making note of road maintenance issues that must be corrected.
Ty Peterson, Clerk
Meadowbrook Township
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NOTICE
MOTLEY PUBLIC
CEMETERY
ASSOCIATION
ANNUAL MEETING
The Motley Public Cemetery Association will hold their annual meeting, Monday, May 1, 2023, 6:00 p.m. at BRICKS, Motley.
Greg Frisk,
Secretary
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Filed in District Court
State of Minnesota
March 30, 2023
COUNTY OF TODD
DISTRICT COURT PROBATE DIVISION SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
Court File No.
77-PR-23-262
ESTATE OF
Dennis L. Fore,
Decedent
NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DESCENT OF PROPERTY
A Petition for Determination of Descent has been filed with this Court. The Petition represents that the Decedent died more than three years ago, leaving property in Minnesota and requests the descent of such property be determined and assigned by this Court to the persons entitled to the property.
Any objections to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and no objections are filed or raised, the Petition may be granted.
IT IS ORDERED and Notice is further given, that the Petition will be heard on May 8, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. by this Court at Todd County District Court, Minnesota via remote Zoom hearing.
1. Notice shall be given to all interested persons (MINN. STAT. § 524.1-401) and persons who have filed a demand for notice pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-204.
2. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing date..
BY THE COURT
Dated: September 21, 2009
Daniel A. Benson
Judge of District Court
Kim Peterson
Court Administrator/
Deputy Court Administrator
Attorney for Petitioner
Name: Robert L. Russell
Firm: Robert L. Russell,
Attorney at Law
Street: 220 W Washington Ave, Suite 103
City, State, ZIP:
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
Attorney License No: 94523
Telephone: 218-998-6400
FAX: 218-998-6404
Email: robert@russelllawoffice.com
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TODD COUNTY
PLANNING COMMISSION
215 1st Ave. South,
Suite 103
Long Prairie, MN 56347
320-732-4420
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that the Todd County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Commissioners meeting room, Historic Courthouse, 215 First Ave. South, Long Prairie, MN to consider the following applications.
NOTE: This meeting is again being held in-person and the public is encouraged to attend, but Zoom and phone options are still available for those who are unable to attend in person. If you wish to join via Zoom, please contact our office for the call-in information. 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? Phone 320-732-4420 or email toddplan.zone@co.todd.mn.us.
AGENDA
•Call to Order.
•Introduction of Planning Commission Members and process review.
•The applicant is introduced
•Staff report
•Applicant confirms if staff report accurately represents the request Public comment
•Board review with applicant, staff, and public
•Approval of agenda.
•Approval of the April 6, 2023 Planning Commission meeting minutes.
1. All Energy Solar: Section 32, Lady Lake, Burnhamville Township Site Address: 15364 County 102, Grey Eagle, MN 56336
PID: 06-0044601
1. Request for a Conditional Use Permit for a ground mounted interconnection solar PV system in AF- 1, AF-2 and Natural Environment Shoreland Zoning.
2. Knife River: Section 19, Round Prairie Township. Site Address: 17576 231st Ave., Long Prairie, MN 56347 PID: 21-0021000
1. Request for a Conditional Use Permit to place a temporary asphalt plant in AF-1 and Commercial Zoning.
3. Barry Thoele: Section 14, Staples Township
Site Address: 48301 County 21, Staples, MN 56479 PID: 22-0014100
1. Request for a Conditional Use Permit for a year-round greenhouse in R-2 Zoning.
4. Cody Rossmann - Wolf River Electric: Section 27, Staples Township
Site Address: 46406 Red Oak Road, Staples, MN 56479
PID: 22-0024500
1. Request for a Conditional Use Permit for a ground mounted interconnection solar PV system in AF-1 Zoning.
5. Kandota Landing, Inc - Chuck Anderson: Section 35, Cedar Lake, Little Sauk Township Site Address: 21166 150th Street, Sauk Centre, MN 56378
PID: 17-0039701 & 17-0039800
1. Request for a Conditional Use Permit for a Planned Unit Development for up to six Non-transient RV hookup sites in Recreational Development Shoreland Zoning.
6. Josh Brichacek: Section 06, Hartford Township Site Address: 32389 US 71, Browerville, MN 56438 PID: 12-0006903
1. Request for a Conditional Use Permit to expand the existing auto body repair and towing business and to establish a salvage/junk yard in Commercial Zoning.
7. Proposed Amendment to Todd County Planning & Zoning Ordinance: 1. Section 9.08: Sewage Treatment Standards
Adjournment.
Next Meeting:
June 1, 2023
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 Planning Commission
Jim Pratt, Chair
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Minutes of the
Meeting of the
Todd County Board of Commissioners
MARCH 21, 2023
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 21st day of March, 2023 at 9 a.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Neumann. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present with Commissioner Erickson absent.
Approval of Agenda
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the agenda as presented with the addition of item 4.6 Shadys Midway Inc - One Year Liquor License.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Noska and seconded by Denny, the following motions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for March 7, 2023 as presented.
GAMBLING PERMIT - SOCIETY OF
SAINT PIUS X
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the Society of Saint Pius X; Long Prairie, MN Inc. through this resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the Society of Saint Pius X; Long Prairie, MN Inc to hold a raffle event at the St. John Vianney Chapel and Academy in Round Prairie Township at the address 18910 Ellipse Loop, Long Prairie, MN on August 13, 2023.
GAMBLING PERMIT – STRUTTIN BLACKBEARDS - NWTF
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the Struttin Blackbeards - NWTF through this resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the Struttin Blackbeards - NWTF to hold a raffle and bingo event at the Clarissa Ballroom in Eagle Valley Township at the address 19281 Kotter Road, Clarissa, MN on May 13, 2023.
To approve Kellie Bitz to fill an open Eligibility Worker position. Grade 6, Step 1 at $21.68. Start Date: March 23, 2023.
To approve Julie Lambrecht to fill the open Financial Support Services Supervisor position. Grade 11, Step 1 at $29.02. Start Date: March 27, 2023.
To approve a one year Off Sale, On Sale & Sunday Liquor License for the Shadys Midway Inc. at the address of 17908 US 71, Long Prairie, MN in Round Prairie Township effective April 1, 2023 through March 31, 2024.
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Becker and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 402446 through 402469 in the amount of $8,664.26 and (Regular) 56804 through 56847 in the amount of $73,436.12 for a total of $82,100.38.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 803800 through 803883 and (Regular) 7110274 through 710345 for a total of $106,827.95.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 600869 through 600888 and (Regular) 517267 through 517296 for a total amount of $92,911.75.
On motion by Becker and seconded by Noska, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
TRANSFER OF FUNDS OF ARP/SLFRF
PROJECT EXPENSES
WHEREAS, Todd County has received funding via the Federal American Rescue Plan (ARP/SLFRF) Act, and;
WHEREAS, Todd County has used/expensed funds within the allotted time frame indicated in the federal guidance terms, and;
WHEREAS, Todd County departments incurred qualifying expenses via the Federal ARP/SLFRF Act which were not able to be expensed directly to Fund 19-ARP/SLFRF and now necessitate realignment to the County Departments that incurred the initial eligible expense.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby authorize the transfer of funds in the amount of $22,293.83 from Fund 19-ARP/SLFRF to Fund 01-General Fund in the amount of $17,237.23 and to Fund 11-Human Services in the amount of $5,056.60 to realign eligible ARP-SLFRF expenses to the County Departments where the support of the positions expense occurred.
Public Works
On motion by Becker and seconded by Denny, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
AWARD OF
CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACT FOR 2023 GRAVEL SURFACING PROJECTS
WHEREAS, sealed bids were received on March 14, 2023 by the Todd County Public Works Director for CP 23:60, CP 23:87, CP 23:95 and CP 23:97, said projects for gravel surfacing located on various County Roads in Todd County, and;
WHEREAS, the following sealed bids were received:
•Sanders Construction, Inc. , Randall, Minnesota, $338,800.00
•Central Specialties, Inc., Alexandria, Minnesota, $394,720.00
•Braaten Aggregate, Inc., Bertha, Minnesota, $405,162.00
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby accept and award the contract for the above said construction projects to Sanders Construction, Inc. of Randall, Minnesota based on their low bid of $338,800.
Planning & Zoning
On motion by Denny and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Adopting the findings of the Planning Commission and approve the Preliminary Plat for Eastwood Shores First Addition with the following conditions: 1. Establishment of a drainage easement for protection of the wetland area on lots 1 and 2. Drainage easement shall include the wetland area and a 25’ buffer around all sides. 2. All driveway accesses must be approved by the Township. 3. Applicant must abide by all other applicable federal, state, and local standards.
On motion by Becker and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Adopting the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the rezone of parcel 22-0010000 from Commercial to Residential-2 with the following conditions: 1. There will be from time to time, sights, sounds and smells associated with the operation of farming. Land owner shall abide by Section 9.11E of the Todd County Planning and Zoning Ordinance. 2. All driveway locations must be approved by the Township. 3. Applicant must abide by all applicable federal, state, and local standards.
On motion by Noska and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and approve the Preliminary Plat for the Clarissa Amish Cemetery with the following conditions: 1. Applicant shall remain compliant with applicable local, state or federal regulations related to operation of the cemetery. 2. Declare a cemetery official and an alternate that will be responsible for following state rules and provide contact information to the County to be recorded with the final plat. 3. Maintain a list of individuals buried and exact location within the cemetery. 4. Cemetery plot must be completely fenced off with boundaries clearly identified. All burial sites must remain inside of the fenced area. 5. All future driveway accesses must be approved by the Township.
Health & Human
Services
On motion by Denny and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the listed members serving on the Todd County Public Health Advisory Committee as follows: The committee members include: Barb Becker, County Commissioner-District 1; Randy Neumann, County Commissioner-District 5; Jackie Och, Todd County Health & Human Services Director; Rona Bleess, Faith Community Nurse; Cindy Denning, Staples/Motley ISD #2170; Bernice Desotell, Community Member; Dr Alex Harsha, Medical Consultant; Megan Kruse, TWCC; Tanja Levin, Long Prairie/Grey Eagle ISD #2753; Jason Polovick, CTCCC; Amber Rasinski, Community Member; Randi Valencia, Community Member/Hispanic Laision; Lisa Warner, CentraCare Health Long Prairie.
On motion by Denny and seconded 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 2024.
On motion by Becker and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the rescinding of Board Action Tracking Number 20230307-15.
Administration
On motion by Becker and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the final amount of ARP funds previously authorized via BA #20210921-19 for Solid Waste staffing costs at $73,871.50, and allow remaining funds of $55,328.50 to be available for other proposed projects brought forward to the Board of Commissioners.
Closed Session
On motion by Noska and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To enter into closed session pursuant to Minnesota Statute §13D.05 Subd 3(b) at 9:34 a.m.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Becker, the meeting was reopened at 9:47 a.m.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the hire of Kaylene Madsen as Human Resource Manager, at Grade 14 Step 3 of the salary grid.
County Auditor-
Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reported on the upcoming events including the annual audit via CLA is happening this week.
County Attorney’s
Report
The County Attorney reminded persons that there is a free legal clinic in the law library on the fourth Monday of every month from 1 - 3 p.m.; contact St. Cloud Legal Aid office or County Attorney office to get connected with this service.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Noska had meetings with Ag Society for upcoming events and TWCC updates.
Commissioner Becker reported on Dept Head, Soil & Water, TWCC, Personnel, Feedlot meeting, Broadband Coalition meeting, Long Prairie Watershed meeting, and Finance Committee.
Commissioner Denny had Hilltop Kitchen meeting, Hands of Hope meeting, Ag society and the Broadband Coalition meeting.
Commissioner Neumann will provide full report at the April 4th board meeting. Attended Second Amendment rally meeting in Osakis regarding proposed legislation.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported on many of the meetings already discussed and recruitment trends.
Adjourn
On motion by Becker and seconded by Denny, the meeting was adjourned for the month of March 2023.
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
ANDERSON INDUSTRIAL
SCALES INC $2,450.00
ARC ELECTRIC
SERVICE $8,892.54
COMPASS MINERALS
AMERICA $27,647.54
HILLYARD $2,267.10
JOSH’S AUTOBODY AND
TOWING $3,390.11
LONG PRAIRIE LEADER $2,333.25
MORRIS
ELECTRONICS $10,056.80
WHITMORE SALES INC $2,327.40
60 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $22,735.64
Total: $82,100.38
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
BRENNY FUNERAL CHAPEL -
STAPLES $3,500.00
DHS - SWIFT $2,036.97
COST EFF HEALTH INS -
V #4106 $2,352.02
KARVONEN FUNERAL
HOME - WADENA $3,500.00
COST EFF HEALTH INS -
V #16675 $2,919.58
RURAL MN CEP INC $15,085.17
SHI CORP $3,201.67
USPS - POC $4,809.00
148 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $69,423.54
Total: $106,827.95
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
#17141 $3,016.44
PINEHAVEN YOUTH AND
FAMILY SRVS INC $8,718.82
PRAIRIE LAKES YOUTH
PROGRAMS $19,756.80
#17183 $2,166.92
STEP $4,924.40
VALLEY LAKE BOYS
HOME INC $19,750.00
VILLAGE RANCH INC $3,452.75
WEST CENTRAL REG
JUVENILE CTR $4,686.00
PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $26,439.62
Total: $92,911.75
On a motion by Erickson and seconded by Noska, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held March 21, 2023 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on April 4, 2023.
Witness my hand and seal:
Randy Neumann,
County Board Chairperson
Denise Gaida,
Todd County Auditor-
Treasurer
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