Public Notices August 12, 2026
MEETING #1
ISD #2170
SCHOOL BOARD
July 21, 2026
6:00 p.m.
District Office
MINUTES
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chair Wright at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call was taken, members Wright, Frisk, Trout and Reeck were present, comprising a quorum. Members Freeman and Reese were absent. Also present were Superintendent Tappe, Finance Director Hill, Principal Ferdon, Principal Koenigs, AD/CE Wood, Staples World Representative Timbs and staff members. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Motion by Reeck,seconded by Frisk, to adopt the agenda. MC
Chair Wright recognized the public in attendance
School/Community Forum
- None
ConsentAgenda
Approve minutes from the June 22, 2026 Board Meeting
Approve the resignation of:
Holton Truax, JH Football Coach
Darren Holst, Head Softball Coach
Kristi Larsen, NEST assistant
Noah Larson, NEST assistant
Brian Mitts, MS/HS Paraprofessional
Dillen Avenson, MS/HS Paraprofessional
Approve the hire of:
Gary Erickson, Bus Driver
Daniel Pagan, Custodian
Lori Miller, MS/HS Paraprofessional
Gary Sampson, Bus Driver
Approve the 2026-2027 Community Education License agreement with Josh Lee.
Approve the 2026-2027 School District petty cash in the amount of $2,350
Approve the 2026 fall coaches list
Approve Ryan Koenigs as Local Education Authority (LEA) person of the district for NCLB/Title I programs. (Standard annual approval)
Approve the 2026-2027 Vintage Golf Course contract
Approve the 2026-2027 MN Rural CEP contract
Approve the 2026-2027 TCCAP Prenatal to Five MOU
Approve the 2026-2027 SRO contract with City of Staples
Approve the 2026-2027 CLC Consortium PSEO contract
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Trout, to approve the consent agenda. MC
Donations and In-Kind Contributions
Motion by Frisk, seconded by Trout, to approve the Resolution to accept Grants and Donations in the amount of $5,811.52. MC
Thank you to North Central Economic Development Association, Construct Tomorrow and MN Historical Society for their generous donations.
Finance Items
(Finance Committee Minutes)
Financial Report by Finance Director Hill
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Trout, to approve the June disbursements. MC
General Fund: $839,390.90
Food Service: $ 101,891.30
Community Service: $21,208.32
Construction Fund: $0
Debt Service: $0.00
Fund 21 Student Activities: $1,157.53
Fund 45: $0
Motion by Frisk, seconded by Wright, to approve the June receipts. MC
General Fund: $1,398,866.10
Food Service: $68, 212.27
Community Service: $71,429.04
Construction Fund: $0
Debt Service: $1,168,512.60
Fund 21 Student Activities: $6,504.99
Fund 45: $0
Motion by Frisk, seconded by Reeck, to approve the Resolution to adopt the fiscal year 2028 Long-Term Facilities Maintenance ten-year plan. (ROLL CALL VOTE: In favor - Reeck, Wright, Trout, Frisk; Opposed - None; Absent - Freeman, Reese) MC
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Trout, to approve the 2026-2027 School Meal Prices and Fee Schedule. MC
Cabinet Presentation
-by Technology Director Brandsma
Other
Motion by Trout, seconded by Frisk, to approve the resolution calling for school board election in conjunction with the general election on November 3, 2026.
(ROLL CALL VOTE: In favor - Wright, Frisk, Reeck, Trout; Opposed - None; Absent - Freeman, Reese) MC
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Frisk, to approve sealed bids for miscellaneous items. MC
Motion by Trout, seconded by Wright, to approve the revised 2026-2027 Activities Handbook. MC
Motion by Frisk, seconded by Reeck, to approve the revised 2026-2027 Activities Handbook. MC
2026-2027 Elementary Handbook available for Board review. (No action at this time)
2026-2027 Middle/High School Handbook available for Board review. (No action at this time)
Reports
School Board:
Freshwater - 6/24/2026 Minutes
Sourcewell
Elementary Principal Koenigs
Middle/High School Principal Ferdon
Activities/Community Ed Director Wood
SMEA
Superintendent Tappe
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Trout, to move into Closed Session for Superintendent performance review and discussion as permitted by MN Statute, Section 13D.05, subdivision 3(a). MC
Motion by Frisk, seconded by Trout, to call the Closed Session to order. MC
Motion by Trout, seconded by Reeck, to reconvene in Open Session. MC
Motion by Frisk, seconded by Trout, to adjourn the meeting at 7:44 p.m. MC
Trisha Larson, Clerk
ISD #2170
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Upcoming Meetings/Events:
*All school offices are closed every Friday through August 14, 2026
Mon., August 24, 2026 - School Board Meeting, District Office, 6 p.m., 905 4th St. NE, Staples
Weds., Sept. 1, 2026 - All Staff In-Service
Tues., Sept. 8, 2026 - First Day of School
Mon., Sept. 21, 2026 - School Board Meeting, District Office, 6 p.m., 905 4th St. NE, Staples
Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held JuLY 7, 2026
Calll to Order
The Todd County Board of Commissioners met in the Commissioner’s Board Room in the City of Long Prairie, MN on the 7th day of July, 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 Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the agenda as presented
Consent Agenda
On motion by Noska 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 ofr June 16, 2026 as presented.
GAMBLING PERMIT – NWTF STRUTTIN BLACKBEARDS
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the NWTF Struttin Blackbeards through this resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the NWTF Struttin Blackbeards to hold a raffle event at The Charlotte Tavern in Long Prairie Township at the address 22056 US 71, Long Prairie, MN on August 21, 2026.
GAMBLING PERMIT – ROTARY CLUB OF SAUK CENTRE
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the Rotary Club of Sauk Centre through this resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the Rotary Club of Sauk Centre to hold a raffle event at Greystone Golf Club in Kandota Township at the address 10548 Andrews Drive, Sauk Centre, MN on August 28, 2026.
To approve the transfer of Lisa Thielman to fill the open Social Worker position. Grade I/9, Step H, $40.34. Start date: TBD
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Neumann and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the June 2026 Auditor Warrants number (ACH) 906108 through 906186 in the amount of $2,654,422.32 (Manual) 1366 through 1407 in the amount of $2,193,305.14 and (Regular) 246510 through 246693 in the amount of $628,686.77 for a total of $5,476,414.23.
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 404564 through 404589 in the amount of $16,137.92 and (Regular) 59902 through 59932 in the amount of $61,318.61 for a total of $77,456.53.
On motion by Becker and second by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 807641 through 807689 and (Regular) 714240 through 714297 for a total of $94,704.17.
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 602041 through 602046 and (Regular) 519000 through 519019 for a total amount of $43,531.43.
Public Works
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the quote submitted by Busker Concrete, Inc. in the amount of $12,485.00 for the repair and replacement of the floor drain grates at the Northern Shop.
Discussion was held with the County Board regarding the 2026 and 2027 Equipment Purchase plans for the Public Works department.
County Ditch/Ag Inspector
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Acting as the Todd County Ditch Authority acknowledge receipt of a Hold Harmless Agreement application from David and Edna Bontrager to clean a portion of County Ditch 11 in Section 7, Ward Township.
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
Hold Harmless Agreement – Ditch Maintenance
– County Ditch 27
WHEREAS, Scott Irlbeck is requesting to maintain approximately 2,728 feet of the North Branch, Main Ditch of CD27 on parcel 28-0007900 Wykeham Twp, Section 10. A Hold Harmless Agreement has been signed and submitted to the Ditch Authority, and;
WHEREAS, an onsite inspection has been done, and;
WHEREAS, applicant is allowed to maintain the drainage ditch to the original width and depth. An improvement by lowering or widening the ditch bottom is not allowed. Sediment and vegetation can only be removed to the extent of the original ditch bottom elevation. Spoil may be side cast and leveled, staying within 16-1/2 feet of the ditch, or moved to an approved upland site.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Todd County Ditch Authority gives permission to Scott Irlbeck to maintain a portion of CD27 located on parcel 28-0007900. The maintenance will be done on his own property at his own expense.
Solid Waste
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by majority vote: to schedule the annual Solid Waste meeting for August 13, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. at the Todd County Historic Courthouse.
Administration
On motion by Denny and second by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To reaffirm the Policy Committee Membership to include two County Commissioners, the Human Resources Manager, County Coordinator, County Attorney and/or Labor Attorney, one Elected Official (or alternate) and two Department Heads (or alternate).
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reported that tax settlement and election preparations are keeping the office busy.
County Attorney’s Report
The County Attorney reported on a busy summer within the office.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported attending meetings including Personnel, Solid Waste, Paycom, Regional Administrator, Broadband and Sourcewell Technology group.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Becker attended meetings including the TWCC consultant, Facilities, Region V, Policy and the Todd County Fair.
Commissioner Denny has attended meetings including Prairie Lakes, Finance, Arbitration and the Todd County Fair.
Commissioner Noska has attended meetings including the Todd County Fair.
Commissioner Byers attended meetings including Extension, Opioid, Finance, HHS, Arbitration, and TWCC Advisory.
Commissioner Neumann attended meetings including Sauk River Watershed, Rainbow Rider Bus Tour, Osakis Parade and West Union Parades.
Recess
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the meeting was recessed until July 21, 2026.
AUDITOR WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
AFSCME COUNCIL 65 $4,941.76
DAKOTA WHOLESALE
TIRE 9,856.00
GERTH/CHARLOTTE 2,000.00
LAKES AREA BLASTING 12,000.00
LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR
SERV INC 2,321.32
LINCOLN FINANCIAL
GROUP 7,461.30
MN TEAMSTERS NO 320 2,962.24
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
WEST CENTRAL REG
JUVENILE CTR 6,554.00
21 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 7,494.30
CENTRA CARE 13,350.31
COLEMAN/JOHN &
SHIRLEY 12,622.50
COMMISSIONER OF
TRANSPORTATION 2,485.44
CUMMINS INC 2,970.26
FARM-RITE EQUIPMENT,
INC 3,029.82
FLEET SERVICES/
WEX BANK 10,489.70
GIZA PLUMBING & HEATING
INC 2,946.00
HALLIDAY, WATKINS &
MANN PC 60,412.49
JOHNSON CONTROLS BUILDING
SOLUTIONS LLC 2,083.19
LAKES COMMUNITY
COOPERATIVE 3,642.06
LONG PRAIRIE SANITATION
INC 6,595.87
MESSER/KOLLIN 13,442.75
MONARCH HOME
IMPROVEMENT 5,788.00
MORRISON COUNTY 46,392.00
OSAKIS LAKE
ASSOCIATION 7,989.08
PRAIRIE LAKES MUNICIPAL
SOLID WASTE AUTH 98,136.20
STANTEC CONSULTING
SERVICES INC 3,486.00
STEP 11,902.50
SUMURI LLC 10,359.00
TODD TRAILS
ASSOCIATION 5,910.15
TRISKO HEATING AND
PLUMBING INC 8,100.00
WEST CENTRAL REG
JUVENILE CTR 14,390.00
41 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 23,818.17
A.W. RESEARCH
LABORATORIES, INC 6,425.00
CENTRAL SPECIALTIES
INC 2,312,081.40
CITY OF STAPLES 93,091.28
CLIFTON LARSONALLEN,
LLP 16,800.00
COUNTIES PROVIDING
TECHNOLOGY $ 7,448.00
GALLAGHER BENEFIT
SERVICES INC 2,000.00
LONG PRAIRIE OIL
COMPANY 2,482.61
MINNESOTA POWER 7,027.68
MN DEPT OF FINANCE 6,837.00
MOTOROLA 2,973.06
MUEHLBAUER/TODD AND
BRYN 12,195.00
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
PADUA PRAIRIE
PARTNERSHIP 103,860.00
PETERS LAW OFFICE,
P.A. 4,350.00
VERIZON 6,392.09
VOYANT COMMUNICATIONS,
LLC 3,191.86
67 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 26,297.16
CENTERPOINT ENERGY 2,160.28
GARRETT METAL
DETECTORS 4,308.66
LIBERTY TIRE SERVICES
LLC 4,718.20
METRO SALES INC 3,994.09
MINNESOTA POWER 8,437.11
MOSSYGE/TERA 2,498.47
SAFEASSURE CONSULTANTS,
INC. 13,157.28
US BANK 10,350.00
36 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 21,664.32
AFSCME COUNCIL 65 4,902.86
JOHNSON CONTROLS BUILDING
SOLUTIONS LLC 3,989.16
LAW ENFORCEMENT LABOR
SERV INC 2,321.32
LINCOLN FINANCIAL
GROUP 7,010.18
MADDEN GALANTER HANSEN,
LLP 3,562.85
METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE
COMPANY 12,803.69
MN TEAMSTERS NO 320 2,991.24
MORA PSYCHOLOGICAL
SERVICES PLLC 2,500.00
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
PETERS LAW OFFICE,
P.A 2,096.25
SAXON FLEET
SERVICES 37,381.63
TODD COUNTY AUDITOR
TREASURER 37,381.63
TRISKO HEATING AND
PLUMBING INC 8,025.00
USPS-POC 15,017.32
WATERGUARDS LLC 12,561.00
WEX BANK-SINCLAIR 2,390.39
27 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 10,526.61
BETTER HEALTH
COLLECTIVE 31,850.00
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 3,987.00
WEX - CIRCLE K 2,873.06
PERA 72,878.26
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 600,917.09
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 41,779.56
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 3,467.10
BETTER HEALTH
COLLECTIVE 324,777.00
VOYA (MSRS) 6,611.76
PERA 103,480.02
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 42,578.96
COUNTY OF TODD 2,444.96
PERA 6,481.85
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 4,493.70
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 71,214.77
US BANK-CC 12,503.10
MN PERA 6,453.46
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 41,676.39
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 3,467.11
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 586,583.95
HUMANA INSURANCE
COMPANY 8,037.14
VOYA (MSRS) 5,539.42
PERA 99,621.12
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 16,106.25
COUNTY OF TODD 2,444.96
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 77,438.87
16 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 13,598.28
TOTAL: $5,476,414.23
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
BARR ENGINEERING
COMPANY 2,856.50
BUSKER CONCRETE,
INC 23,250.00
D & D AUTO REPAIR 3,606.49
JENKINS IRON &
STEEL INC 3,600.00
LONG PRAIRIE LEADER 9,905.00
LONG PRAIRIE LUMBER,
LLC 3,206.29
RJ CONTRACTING &
REMODELING LLC 10,201.16
RUFFRIDGE JOHNSON EQUIP
CO 2,489.20
STRYKER SALES LLC 3,323.85
ZIEGLER INC 3,911.21
47 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 11,106.83
Total: $77,456.53
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
COST EFF HEALTH INS $3,500.00
MCCC, MI33 6,993.33
MORRISON COUNTY
HEALTH & HUMAN 2,198.68
TIMMERMAN PROPERTIES
LLC 3,769.02
6 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 1,301.24
CHILDREN YOUTH &
FAMILIES DEPT 2,003.15
DHS - SWIFT $ 4,315.07
KARVONEN FUNERAL
HOME 3,500.00
QUALITY LOGO
PRODUCTS 2,482.19
TCSS MH INITIATIVE
FLEX FUND 28,405.00
92 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 36,236.49
Total: $94,704.17
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
FCLARY CLINIC $3,400.00
DHS - MOOSE LAKE RTC
- 462 2,844.25
DHS - MSOP - MN SEX
OFFENDER PROG - 4624,929.00
GREATER MN FAMILY
SRVS INC 4,491.51
MAIN STREET FAMILY
SERVICES 2,051.65
TRI-COUNTY COMMUNITY
CORRECTIONS 12,897.18
VOLUNTEERS OF
AMERICA 6,569.75
19 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 6,348.08
Total: $43,531.42
On a motion by Becker and second by Neumann, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held July 7, 2026 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on July 21, 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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Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held June 15, 2026
Public Comment
Mr. Kevin Winkler addressed the County Board regarding constitutional authority in regards to the recent County Board of Appeal and Equalization meeting.
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 16th day of June, 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 Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the agenda as presented with addition of item 11.4 Authorize Repair or Removal of Hazardous Property.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Neumann and second by Noska, the following motions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for June 2, 2026 as presented.
Approve the resignation of Public Works Equipment Operator Casey Poepping, effective June 25th, 2026.
To hire Michael Wisniewski to fill the open Emergency Management Director Position and reassigned to report to the County Coordinator, start date TBD.
Hire Kyle Cossentine for the FT Deputy Position start date TBD at a wage of $33.21 per hour Grade 9/I step A.
Hire Isaiah Anderson for the Law Enforcement Intern position start date TBD at a wage of $15.00 per hour.
To approve the hire of Angela Schleicher to fill the open Registered Sanitarian position. Grade H/8, Step K, $43.85. Start date: TBD
Approve the resignation of Seasonal Office Support Specialist II Mary Kay Hinnenkamp, effective June 1, 2026.
Approve the resignation of Social Worker Halle Dahlen, effective July 10, 2026.
Approve the resignation of Social Worker Intern Tina Chock, effective May 29, 2026.
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the May 2026 Auditor Warrants number (ACH) 906005 through 906107 in the amount of $11,789,398.98 (Manual) 1327 through 1365 in the amount of $2,858,530.46 and (Regular) 246331 through 246509 in the amount of $1,223,982.42 for a total of $15,871,911.86.
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 404542 through 404563 in the amount of $8,541.44 and (Regular) 59869 through 59901 in the amount of $157,681.98 for a total of $166,223.42
On motion by Denny and second by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 807592 through 807640 and (Regular) 714184 through 714239 for a total of $127,422.34.
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 602018 through 602040 and (Regular) 518978 through 518999 for a total amount of $150,638.96.
Ditch/Ag Inspector
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Acting as the Todd County Ditch Authority acknowledge receipt of a Hold Harmless Agreement application from Scott Irlbeck to clean a portion of County Ditch 27 in section 10 Wykeham Township.
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Acting as the Todd County Ditch Authority, approve a brush spraying project on County Ditch 19 to be done by Central Applicators, Foley MN at an estimated cost of $11,562.92.
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Acting as the Todd County Ditch Authority, approve a brush spraying project on County Ditch 18 to be done by Central Applicators, Foley MN at an estimated cost of $18,355.52.
County Sheriff
On motion by Neumann and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Accept the retirement of K9 Ranger effective 6/30/2026.
Facilities
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by majority vote: To approve the low bid from J Brothers to replace the data room cooling unit for a total cost of $6,495.
Planning & Zoning
The June 2026 Planning Commission minutes and June staff report was provided for review.
On motion by Noska and second by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and approve the preliminary plat of Prairie Country Estates on parcel 18-0015300 with the following conditions.
1. New accesses from the county road shall be approved by the road authority prior to installation.
2. Applicant must 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: Adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the rezoning of the identified parcel 18-0040001 from Shoreland - NE and Commercial to entirely Shoreland - NE with no conditions.
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and approve the preliminary plat for Lakeside Bluffs on parcel 06-0031100 with the following conditions.
1. New accesses from the township road shall be approved by the local township prior to installation.
2. Establishment of a 50’ drainage easement to protect the flow area across lot 2. Drainage easement shall remain in deep rooted, native vegetation for protection of Long Lake.
3. Applicant must abide by all other applicable federal, state, and local standards.
Soil & Water
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approval of the MPCA Feedlot Program Annual Report for 2025.
Administration
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the LPHA Lease Agreement Addendum with the presented terms and conditions including no rental charge and no automatic renewal provision.
On motion by Becker and second by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
ADOPTION OF UPDATED TODD COUNTY DATA PRACTICES POLICY
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners recognizes the importance of maintaining current policies that ensure compliance with Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 13, the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, and;
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Administration has developed a Model Policy for the Public to assist government entities in complying with Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 13, and;
WHEREAS, Todd County’s current Data Practices Policy was adopted on August 7, 2012, and is in need of updating to reflect current statutory requirements and best practices, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Policy Committee has reviewed the proposed updated Data Practices Policy and recommends its adoption, and;
WHEREAS, County Attorney Lindemann has reviewed and approved the proposed updated Data Practices Policy;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners adopts the attached Todd County Data Practices Policy, based upon the Minnesota Department of Administration’s Model Policy for the Public, effective June 16, 2026, and;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this Resolution replaces and supersedes the Todd County Data Practices Policy adopted on August 7, 2012, and any prior County Board actions, oral or written, relating to the subject matter hereof.
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve updating the Todd County Public Data Request website to require pre-payment of estimated staff time and copying costs for data requests as authorized under the Todd County Data Practices Policy and Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 13.
On motion by Noska and second by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
AMENDED RESOLUTION
ABATEMENT ORDER FOR REPAIR OR REMOVAL OF
HAZARDOUS STRUCTURE
WHEREAS, Laurie Lee Reed, a.k.a. Laurie Lee Smith, (“the Landowner” herein) owns real property located at 30957 County Road 104, Burtrum, Todd County, Minnesota, 56318; and
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners (“the Board” herein) considered the motion to authorize the Chairman to sign this resolution (“Order” herein); and
WHEREAS, the Board considered the information presented by Adam Ossefoort, Division Director of Planning and Zoning; and
WHEREAS, the Board finds that, pursuant to Minn. Stat. §463.15, there is substantial evidence that the home located at 30957 County Road 104, Burtrum, Todd County, Minnesota is hazardous and in a dilapidated state due to the following facts:
-The home had a fire in 2022, burning away its roof;
-The roof has not been replaced, and continues to have a reduced framing capacity;
-The home is resting on temporary cribbing which is settling, causing the structure to lean;
-The wood beams and concrete blocks on which the home is resting are breaking or deteriorating;
-The home has no utilities connected, including a functioning septic system.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Landowner shall have 45 days from the receipt or lawful service of this Order to complete the following: (1) to have the home placed on a permanent frost-protected foundation sized and detailed to support the two-story structure and resist frost heave; (2) to remove and replace the fire-damaged roof framing and coverings and all charred or compromised members per engineered details to restore the required strength and continuity of the roof diaphragm; (3) to complete an engineered assessment of the structure once it is placed on a permanent foundation to ensure stability and that the building is supported by the foundation; (4) to connect utilities to the home and install a septic system; (5) that the work ordered herein be performed by licensed professionals and the appropriate permits be issued to complete the work. To show that the work ordered herein is completed, a written statement must be provided to the Todd County Planning and Zoning office by the appropriate tradesman or contractor who completed the work.
In the alternative to repairing the home, the Landowner may have the structure removed. If the Landowner fails to comply with either repair or removal, the County will act to remove the structure at the Landowner’s expense pursuant to Minn. Stat. §463.21.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Todd County Attorney’s Office is hereby authorized to seek enforcement of this Order in Todd County District Court by way of a motion for summary enforcement of this Order unless corrective action is taken or an Answer is filed within 20 days of the date of service of this Order; at which time the proceeding will be handled by the District Court in accordance with Minnesota Statute §463.20 for contested cases.
Closed Session
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To enter into closed session pursuant to Minnesota Statute Section 13D.05 Subd 3(c) 3 to develop or consider offers or counteroffers at 10:28 a.m.
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To reopen from closed session at 10:51 a.m.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reported that tax settlement and election preparations are keeping the office busy.
County Attorney’s Report
The County Attorney reported on a busy summer within the office.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported attending meetings including Personnel, Solid Waste, Paycom, Regional Administrator, Broadband and Sourcewell Technology group.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Becker attended meetings including the Policies, Expo Tour, AMC District 4, TWCC, Friendly Rider, Rainbow Rider and Board of Equalization.
Commissioner Denny has attended meetings including Personnel, Solid Waste, Soil & Water, Planning Commission, Landfill discussions and Board of Equalization.
Commissioner Noska has attended meetings including TCDC and Wellness. A reminder that the fair event is coming soon.
Commissioner Byers attended meetings including Park Board, Sourcewell, Personnel, and TCDC.
Commissioner Neumann attended meetings including Policies, AMC District 4, Long Prairie Airport, CPT Personnel, Park Board, Solid Waste, Rainbow Rider and Board of Equalization.
Adjourn
On motion by Neumann and second by Denny, the meeting was adjourned for the month of June 2026.
AUDITOR WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
DOUGLAS SWCD 13,505.44
LONG PRAIRIE SANITATION
INC 4,673.25
METROPOLITAN LIFE
INSURANCE CO. 15,191.62
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
PETERS LAW
OFFICE, P.A 6,342.80
VERIZON 6,291.98
41 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 14,758.78
CENTRA CARE 13,350.31
FLEET SERVICES/WEX
BANK 9,378.30
KANATI LAND
MANAGEMENT 2,000.00
KEYL KXDL HOTROD
RADIO 3,500.00
MN DEPT OF FINANCE 7,480.50
MORRISON COUNTY 29,469.96
MORRISON SWCD 7,402.07
POPE DOUGLAS SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT 30,420.54
PRAIRIE LAKES MUNICIPAL
SOLID WASTE AUTH 98,136.20
SCHUMACHER’S NURSERY &
BERRY FARM INC 31,442.20
STEP 13,052.50
TODD TRAILS
ASSOCIATION 29,550.75
VOYANT COMMUNICATIONS,
LLC 3,277.40
WEST CENTRAL REG JUVENILE
CTR 27,599.00
WEST CENTRAL TECH
SERVICE AREA 17,090.55
WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING
INC 10,380.00
WONDERLICH/SCOTT A 6,637.50
39 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 17,315.87
BIG SWAN LAKE IMPROVEMENT
ASSOCIATION 2,610.00
CENTRAL SPECIALTIES
INC 2,090,332.90
CLIFTON LARSONALLEN,
LLP 28,350.00
COUNTIES PROVIDING
TECHNOLOGY 7,448.00
GALLAGHER BENEFIT SERVICES
INC 2,000.00
GIZA PLUMBING &
HEATING INC 4,757.00
LAKES COMMUNITY
COOPERATIVE 3,348.09
LONG PRAIRIE OIL
COMPANY 6,598.87
MINNESOTA POWER 15,226.68
PACIFIC LIFE INSURANCE
CO 2,325.00
SAFEASSURE CONSULTANTS,
INC. 13,157.28
47 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 23,962.35
CENTERPOINT ENERGY 3,358.61
HY-TEC
CONSTRUCTION 201,918.14
JOHN DEERE FINANCIAL 2,002.02
LONG PRAIRIE
LEADER 12,547.85
MADDEN GALANTER HANSEN,
LLP 4,170.22
MID MINNESOTA
HEATING 13,500.00
NOSKA CONSTRUCTION
LLC 33,634.00
NOSKA HOME & ENERGY
SERVICES INC 6,375.00
PETERS LAW OFFICE,
P.A 2,096.25
STAPLES ADVANTAGE 6,028.42
WEX BANK-SINCLAIR 2,396.25
53 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 15,846.32
BETTER HEALTH
COLLECTIVE 30,860.00
WEX - CIRCLE K 2,873.39
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 42,465.81
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 564,734.34
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 3,467.10
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 4,368.70
COUNTY OF TODD 3,140.80
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 43,421.81
PERA 97,026.72
VOYA (MSRS) 8,292.22
BETTER HEALTH
COLLECTIVE 335,234.00
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 80,965.12
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 3,337.00
US BANK-CC 9,808.63
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 571,797.19
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 41,044.14
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 3,467.11
COUNTY OF TODD 2,757.46
WEX HEALTH INC - HSA 16,244.93
PERA 98,304.11
VOYA (MSRS) 5,589.69
HUMANA INSURANCE
COMPANY 8,092.53
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 867,226.06
17 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 14,011.60
BIG SWAN LAKE
IMPROVEMENT DIST 7,891.27
CITY OF BERTHA 123,267.87
CITY OF BROWERVILLE 151,453.07
CITY OF BURTRUM 10,146.45
CITY OF CLARISSA 76,164.43
CITY OF EAGLE BEND 159,355.19
CITY OF GREY EAGLE 75,380.15
CITY OF HEWITT 41,984.76
CITY OF LONG PRAIRIE 864,996.62
CITY OF OSAKIS 113,633.88
CITY OF STAPLES 545,247.23
CITY OF WEST UNION 5,415.19
REGION V DEVELOPMT
COMMISSION 15,975.45
SAUK RIVER WATER SHED
DISTRICT 49,201.94
SCHOOL DISTRICT 213 478,902.06
SCHOOL DISTRICT 2155 3,046.68
SCHOOL DISTRICT
2170 945,662.67
SCHOOL DISTRICT
2753 1,516,184.23
SCHOOL DISTRICT 486 515,958.22
SCHOOL DISTRICT 487 4,512.03
SCHOOL DISTRICT 740 51,710.13
SCHOOL DISTRICT 743 707,879.73
SCHOOL DISTRICT 786 331,063.28
SCHOOL DISTRICT 787 894,461.17
SCHOOL DISTRICT 818 39,734.95
TOWN OF BARTLETT 48,512.32
TOWN OF BERTHA 40,679.11
TOWN OF BIRCHDALE 227,193.34
TOWN OF BRUCE 112,123.96
TOWN OF BURLEENE 42,228.15
TOWN OF BURNHAMVILLE
92,772.72
TOWN OF EAGLE VALLEY
61,571.12
TOWN OF FAWN LAKE 103,504.81
TOWN OF GERMANIA 43,291.92
TOWN OF GORDON 107,953.80
TOWN OF GREY EAGLE 120,905.25
TOWN OF HARTFORD 119,935.81
TOWN OF IONA 61,275.02
TOWN OF KANDOTA 7,372.08
TOWN OF LITTLE ELK 43,479.64
TOWN OF LITTLE SAUK 88,621.70
TOWN OF LONG PRAIRIE
105,414.05
TOWN OF MORAN 56,503.54
TOWN OF REYNOLDS 69,029.25
TOWN OF
ROUND PRAIRIE 121,272.33
TOWN OF STAPLES 95,386.44
TOWN OF
STOWE PRAIRIE 60,553.37
TOWN OF
TURTLE CREEK 40,130.65
TOWN OF VILLARD 120,407.44
TOWN OF WARD 88,035.83
TOWN OF WEST UNION 54,941.04
TOWN OF WYKEHAM 63,409.38
4 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 2,683.27
TOTAL: $ 15,871,911.86
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
AMERICAN TRUCKBOXES,
LLC 2,380.75
GARAGE DOOR STORE 3,088.00
HILLYARD 2,182.17
LIBERTY TIRE SERVICES
LLC 2,858.20
MORRIS ELECTRONICS
INC 5,204.38
NORTHERN STAR COOP 3,526.71
POPE DOUGLAS SOLID
WASTE MANAGEMENT 5,236.09
TODD SOIL & WATER
CONS DIST 115,701.04
WIDSETH SMITH
NOLTING INC 4,085.76
46 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 21,960.32
Total: $166,223.42
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
TMR. COOPER 4,053.56
TIMBERLAKE HOTEL 3,764.00
US BANK 4,989.91
6 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 4,061.89
CHILDREN YOUTH & FAMILIES
DEPT 2,537.37
FRESHWATER EDUCATION
DISTRICT 6004 21,046.00
VENDOR# 16199 2,376.06
RURAL MN CEP IN 15,191.50
VENDOR# 17858 2,659.20
TODD COUNTY AUDITOR
TREASURER 15,096.10
TODD COUNTY SHERIFF’S
OFFICE 2,312.47
USPS-POC 5,208.26
88 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 44,126.02
Total: $127,422.34
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
FREEDOM RANCH/THE 8,948.94
GENESIS GROUP HOMES
INC 2,244.36
HEARTLAND GIRLS
RANCH 8,398.00
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE
OF MN - ST PAUL 2,687.05
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE
OF MN - ST PAUL 3,472.31
MERIDIAN SERVICES INC 2,481.84
NEXUS - MILLE LACS FAMILY
HEALING 11,632.44
PORT GROUP HOMES 2,494.92
PRESBYTERIAN FAMILY
FOUNDATION INC 16,740.50
STEP 16,219.04
VILLAGE RANCH INC 35,363.28
WEST CENTRAL REG
JUVENILE CTR 15,661.00
32 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 18,946.34
Total: $150,638.96
On a motion by Noska and second by Becker, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held June 16, 2026 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on July 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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