Public Notices December 31, 2025
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: January 22, 2002
ORIGINAL PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF MORTGAGE: $65,000.00
MORTGAGOR(S): Richard T. VanNorman, an unmarried man
MORTGAGEE: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Washington Mutual Bank, FA
DATE AND PLACE OF FILING: Recorded on January 29, 2002 as Document Number 406496; as modified of record by Richard T. VanNorman and Christine Mary VanNorman by document recorded on July 31, 2019 as Document Number A515362 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 December 14, 2012 as Document Number 482007 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota; thereafter assigned to U.S. Bank Trust National Association, not in its individual capacity, but solely in its Capacity as Trustee of Citigroup Mortgage Loan Trust 2022-RP3 by assignment recorded on August 18, 2022 as Document Number A533219 in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota.
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY: The Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (SE 1/4 NE 1/4) lying North of Highway #12, Section Thirty-three (33), Township One Hundred Twenty-nine (129) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West of the Fifth P.M., Todd County, Minnesota.
STREET ADDRESS OF PROPERTY: 31326 COUNTY 12, BURTRUM, MN 56318
COUNTY IN WHICH PROPERTY IS LOCATED: Todd County, Minnesota.
THE AMOUNT CLAIMED TO BE DUE ON THE MORTGAGE ON THE DATE OF THE NOTICE: $52,442.11
TRANSACTION AGENT: Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc.
NAME OF MORTGAGE ORIGINATOR: Washington Mutual Bank, FA
RESIDENTIAL SERVICER: Nationstar Mortgage LLC
TAX PARCEL IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 04-0033701 and 04-0033702
TRANSACTION AGENT’S MORTGAGE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 1000541-3000216461-2
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: February 12, 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 February 12, 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: December 09, 2025
U.S. BANK TRUST
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY IN ITS CAPACITY AS TRUSTEE OF CITIGROUP MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2022-RP3
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
(25-1121-FC01)
THIS IS A COMMUNICATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR.
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
4TH STREET NE (CSAH 43) IMPROVEMENTS SAP 077-643-004
CITY OF STAPLES
TODD COUNTY, MN
RECEIPT AND OPENING OF PROPOSALS: Proposals for the work described below will be received online through QuestCDN.com until 2:00 p.m. on Monday, January 26, 2026, at which time the bids will be opened and publicly read at the office of the City Administrator, City of Staples, 122 6th Street NE, Staples, MN 56479.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
12,000 CU YD 3,600 TON 6,400 TON 8,770 LIN FT 36,265 SQ FT
1.5 ACRE 80 LIN FT
The work includes the construction of approximately:
together with numerous related items of work, all in accordance with Plans and Specifications. This project is subject to Prevailing Wage Rates, Truck Rentals, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise Goals, Equal Employment Opportunity Provisions, Buy American Iron and Steel Provisions, and Responsible Contractor Certification.
COMPLETION OF WORK: All work under the Contract must be complete by 7/16/2027.
PLAN HOLDERS LIST, ADDENDUMS AND BID TABULATION: The plan holders list, addendums and bid tabulations will be
available for download on-line at www.questcdn.com or www.bolton-menk.com.
TO OBTAIN BID DOCUMENTS: Complete digital project bidding documents are available at www.questcdn.com or www.bolton-menk.com. You may view the digital plan documents for free by entering Quest project #9610208 on thewebsite’s Project Search page. Documents may be downloaded for $50.00. Please contact QuestCDN.com at 952-233-1632 or info@questcdn.com for assistance in free membership registration, viewing, downloading, and working with this digital project information.
BID SUBMITTAL: A bid shall be submitted online no later than the date and time prescribed. For this project, the Owner will only be accepting online electronic bids through QuestCDN. To access the electronic bid form, download the project document and click the online bidding button at the top of the advertisement. Prospective bidders must be on the plan holders list through QuestCDN for bids to be accepted.
BID SECURITY: A Proposal Bond in the amount of not less than 5 percent of the total amount bid, drawn in favor of City of Staples shall accompany each bid.
OWNER'S RIGHTS RESERVED: The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any irregularities and informalities therein and to award the Contract to other than the lowest bidder if, in their discretion, the interest of the Owner would be best served thereby.
DATED: December 18, 2025 /S/ Mr. Jerel Nelsen City Administrator
Published:
Staples World: December 31, 2025, January 7, 2026, January 14, 2026 Finance and Commerce: December 31, 2025, January 7, 2026, January 14, 2026
Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held DeC. 2, 2025
Public Comment
Greg Hansen expressed his support for the value of the law enforcement’s service to the citizens of Todd County and its lasting affects on these public servants.
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 second day of December, 2025 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 Neumann, 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 Noska, the following motions and resolutions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes of November 18, 2025 as presented.
Approve the resignation of Administrative Assistant II - Bilingual Maria Vazquez Botello, effective November 4, 2025.
Hire Susan Thoennes for the FT Admin Assistant at the wage of $24.24 Grade 5/E step B start date TBD.
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 Clarissa Ballroom in Eagle Valley Township at the address 19281 Kotter Road, Clarissa, MN on February 7, 2026.
GAMBLING PERMIT – STAPLES SPORTSMENS CLUB
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the Staples Sportsmens Club through this resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the Staples Sportsmens Club to hold a raffle event at the Clarissa Ballroom in Eagle Valley Township at the address 19281 Kotter Road, Clarissa, MN on March 14, 2026.
Auditor-Treasurer
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) 404213 through 404236 in the amount of $69,503.30 and (Regular) 59399 through 59425 in the amount of $57,162.39 for a total of $126,665.69.
On motion by Neumann and second by Noska, the following motion as introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 807067 through 807083 and (Regular) 713612 through 713632 for a total of $18,285.92.
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) 601866 through 601873 and (Regular) 518715 through 518732 for a total amount of $75,763.56.
Ditch/Ag Inspector
On motion by Neumann and second by Denny, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
Hold Harmless Agreement for Ditch Maintenance - County Ditch 33
WHEREAS, Cory Larson is requesting to maintain approximately 1,876 feet of CD33 located in Reynolds Township, Section 29. A Hold Harmless Agreement has been signed and submitted to the Ditch Authority, an onsite inspection has been done, and;
WHEREAS, there was a November 2012 Hold Harmless Agreement done for this same section of ditch. The DNR gave their input at that time, on what was allowed to be cleaned, to protect the water level of an unnamed water basin on this section of ditch, 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, and;
WHEREAS, Unnamed Basin 77-173W is in the maintenance area. Per the DNR, excavation of the outlet channel of this water body cannot alter the natural runout elevation. In order to maintain this elevation, a permanent grade control structure may need to be installed. If the landowner or his contractor cause drainage of the water body which results in a DNR violation, the landowner will be responsible for the costs involved with restoration of the basin. If the landowner refuses to complete the restoration, the Ditch Authority will hire the work done and assess the cost only to parcels 20-0032900 & 20-0033000.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Todd County Ditch Authority gives permission to Cory Larson to maintain a portion of CD33 located on parcels 20-0032900 & 20-0033000. The maintenance will be done on his own property at his own expense.
Public Works
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by majority vote with Becker and Neumann against: Approve attached Budget Request Form to amend $18,300 within Fund 03 Public Works 2025 Budget.
On motion by Neumann and second by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
Resolution of Support for Local Road Improvement Program Funding for
Birchdale Township
WHEREAS, Minnesota Townships can apply for funding support for transportation infrastructure projects on Township Roads as part of the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Local Road Improvement Program which has approximately $47,000,000 in bond funds (with a cap of $1,500,000 per project) available for constructing or reconstructing local roads in Fiscal Years 2026-2028, and;
WHEREAS, Local Road Improvement Program Funds can be used for reasonable elements associated with roadway construction activity and that all other costs associated with project development and delivery need to be funded by Local Township Funds, and;
WHEREAS, funding may be requested for city projects that will reconstruct routes that have regional significance (Routes of Regional Significance Account), and;
WHEREAS, Townships are required to have a county sponsor in order to apply for funding and Birchdale Township has requested Todd County sponsorship by Resolution, and;
WHEREAS, Birchdale Township understands that it will be responsible for all costs not covered by LRIP including but not limited to consultant engineering, right of way acquisition, construction administration and inspection, utility construction, as well as construction costs above the LRIP grant selection amount, and;
WHEREAS, Birchdale Township has agreed to maintain such improvements for the lifetime of the improvements, and;
WHEREAS, Birchdale Township requests support for submitting the following project for State of Minnesota Local Road Improvement Program Funding as a Route of Regional Significance:
Alcott Drive: from the Stearns County Line to County State Aid Highway 15
A Bituminous Improvement Project
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby support the Birchdale Township in their Local Road Improvement Program Application and that Todd County agrees to act as the project sponsor for the project should the township be selected for LRIP funds, and that such sponsorship shall include the following responsibilities:
#1 - Serve as the fiscal agent on behalf of the Birchdale Township
#2 - Request a state aid project number for the project
#3 - Ensure the project meets milestones and dates for scheduled completion
#4 - Assist the Township in execution of any grant agreement
#5 - Assist in the development, review and approval of the construction plan
#6 - Ensure that required environmental documents and permits are received, and requirements are followed
#7 - Submit plan, engineers estimate, and proposal to the District State Aid Engineer
#8 - Advertise/let/award the project in accordance with state aid procedures
#9 - Submit the State Aid Pay Requests and project grant progress reports to the District State Aid Engineer
#10 - Communicate progress and updates with the District State Aid Engineer
#11 - Ensure that the project receives adequate supervision and inspection to ensure that project is completed in conformance with approved plans and specifications
#12 - Assist with project close out and final contract documents
#13 - Retain project documents in accordance with document retention schedule
County Attorney
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To sign the Board Ratification Statement for Renewal of Professional Services Agreement MnCCC & STI.
Planning & Zoning
On motion by Neumann, agenda item 9.1 Brown Bear North Final Plat was tabled future meeting to get clarification on the plat drawing prior to formal adoption.
On motion by Neumann and second by Noska, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
A RESOLUTION REGARDING THE ADMINISTRATION
OF THE MINNESOTA WETLAND CONSERVATION ACT
RESOLUTION TO ADOPT
The Sauk River Watershed Collaborative Watershed Based Implementation Fund (WBIF) Revised FY2024 Workplan
WHEREAS, Todd County approves the Sauk River Comprehensive Watershed Management Plan (CWMP) for the area of the county identified within the Sauk River Watershed.
WHEREAS, the Sauk River CWMP called for the development and adoption of biennial work plans, to be completed by a Policy Committee established via the execution of a joint powers collaborative agreement amongst partnering entities implementing the Sauk River CWMP.
WHEREAS, Todd County entered into a joint powers collaborative agreement with partnering 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 any modifications or additions to the biennial work plans to collaborative partner’s governing boards.
WHEREAS, Todd County has received notice from said Policy Committee that: 1) The revised fiscal year 2024 WBIF workplan has been reviewed on November 20th, 2025 and 2) the Policy Committee recommends approval of the same by each collaborative member’s governing board.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, Todd County hereby approves the submission of the Sauk River Watershed Collaborative’s revised fiscal year 2024 workplan to the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources.
ALSO, BE IT RESOLVED, Todd County adopts the revised fiscal year 2024 workplan upon approval of the Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources and the Sauk River Watershed Collaborative Fiscal Agent.
Health & Human Services
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the extension of the Accounting contract as presented with Jena Peterson through August 31st, 2026.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reminded the TNT hearing was December 2, 2025, at 6 p.m., the AMC Conference was held last week and the preliminary audit from CLA will began the week of December 15.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported meetings with personnel, website discussion, radiothon, broadband, TWCC interviews, MACA and Paycom.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Becker attended meetings including Friendly Rider, Rainbow Rider, MTWCHB and discussions for Moran Twp. to further utilize our county website.
Commissioner Denny has attended meetings as usual and encouraged persons to support others in the community during the upcoming holiday and winter seasons.
Commissioner Noska has attended meetings including the TWCC and addressed concerns about closed captioning of the YouTube livestream postings.
Commissioner Byers attended meetings including the Opioid, Lake Association groups, Personnel, TCDC, Extension and Long Prairie Watershed.
Commissioner Neumann attended meetings including the SRWD 1W1P, Rainbow Rider, and CPT.
Recess
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the meeting was recessed to December 16, 2025.
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
APPLIED CONCEPTS INC
$12,884.50
BUTTWEILER’S DO ALL 4,972.00
CHAMBERLAIN OIL
COMPANY 3,260.13
HENNEN FLOOR COVERING
INC 3,958.55
INNOVATIVE OFFICE
SOLUTIONS, LLC 2,160.08
INTRADYN 2,166.66
LONG PRAIRIE
LEADER 21,964.50
M-R SIGN COMPANY
INC 12,736.69
METAL CULVERTS
INC. 28,397.00
NUSS TRUCK &
EQUIPMENT 19,925.31
41 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 14,240.27
Total: $126,665.69
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
34 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 12,718.19
BRENNY FUNERAL
CHAPEL 3,500.00
3 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 2,067.73
Total: $18,285.92
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
COMMUNITY AND FAMILY
SRVS LLC $3,418.75
GREATER MN FAMILY
SRVS INC 4,994.65
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES
OF MN - ST PAUL 3,998.55
NEXUS-KINDRED FAMILY
HEALING 2,739.87
NORTHERN PINES MENTAL
HLTH CTR INC 2,509.00
PRAIRIE LAKES YOUTH
PROGRAMS 13,950.00
VILLAGE RANCH INC 33,874.61
19 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $,2000 10,278.13
Total: $75,763.56
On a motion by Denny and second by Becker, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held December 2, 2025 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on December 16, 2025..
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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