Public Notices January 26 2022
Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State
Certificate
of Assumed Name
Minnesota Statutes,
Chapter 333
The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable customers to be able to identify the true owner of a business.
ASSUMED NAME:
Sourcewell Insurance Agency
PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS:
202 12th Street NE
PO Box 219
Staples, MN 56479
USA
If you submit an attachment, it will be incorporated into this document. If the attachment conflicts with the information specifically set forth in this document, this document supersedes the data referenced in the attachment.
By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.
SIGNED BY:
Heidi Christianson
MAILING ADDRESS:
None Provided
EMAIL FOR OFFICIAL NOTICES:
chad.coauette@sourcewell-mn.gov
Work Item 1290513100026
Original File Number 1290513100026
STATE OF MINNESOTA
OFFICE OF THE
SECRETARY OF STATE
FILED
01/19/2022 11:59 p.m.
Steve Simon
Secretary of State
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NOTICE
BECKER TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF AUDIT
The Annual Board of Audit for Becker Township will be held on Tuesday, Feb.8, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. following the regular meeting at the town hall. Any questions please call the clerk at 218-352-6498.
Mary Fitcher, Clerk
Becker Township
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MEADOWBROOK TOWNSHIP
BOARD OF AUDIT
The Board of Audit for Meadowbrook Township will meet at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at the Leader Community Hall, immediately following the monthly town board meeting.
Ty W. Peterson, Clerk
Meadowbrook Township
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LEADER
COMMUNITY HALL BOARD MEETING
Leader Community Hall Board will meet at the hall on February 10, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Mark Strom, Secretary
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Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State
Certificate of Assumed Name
Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 333
The filing of an assumed name does not provide a user with exclusive rights to that name. The filing is required for consumer protection in order to enable customers to be able to identify the true owner of a business.
ASSUMED NAME:
Iten Funeral Home
PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS:
300 E 7th Street
Browerville, MN 56438
USA
NAMEHOLDER(S):
Name:
JS Funeral, Inc.
ADDRESS:
300 E 7th Street
Browerville MN 56438
USA
If you submit an attachment, it will be incorporated into this document. If the attachment conflicts with the information specifically set forth in this document, this document supersedes the data referenced in the attachment.
By typing my name, I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath.
SIGNED BY:
Julie A. Stern
MAILING ADDRESS:
None Provided
EMAIL FOR OFFICIAL NOTICES:
Work Item 1275109800024
Original File Number 1275109800024
STATE OF MINNESOTA
OFFICE OF THE
SECRETARY OF STATE
FILED
12/02/2021 11:59 p.m.
Steve Simon
Secretary of State
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ADVERTISEMENT
FOR BIDS
TITLE:
Staples-Motley High School – Facilities Improvements
LOCATION OF WORK:
401 Centennial Drive
Staples, MN 56479
OWNER:
Staples-Motley Public
Schools ISD #2170
905 Fourth Street NE
Staples, MN 56479
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER:
ICS Consulting, LLC.
1331 Tyler Street,
Suite 101
Minneapolis, MN 55413
(218) 820-7367
Contact: Damien Williams
ARCHITECTURAL:
JLG Architects
525 Broadway
Alexandria, MN 56308
(320) 408-7008
STRUCTURAL:
Northland Consulting Engineers
102 South 21st Ave West
Duluth, MN 55806
(218) 727-5995
MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL ENGINEER:
Obernel Engineering
2201 12th Street N,
Suite E
Fargo, ND 58102
(701) 280-0500
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
The project consists of interior and exterior renovations of the approximate 135,000 sf existing High School / Middle School. Renovations include interior finish refreshes and indoor air quality upgrades. Work scopes included are Sitework, General Construction, Fire Suppression, Mechanical, and Electrical.
BID DATE AND LOCATION:
Sealed Bids will be received at Staples-Motley School District ISD #2170 District Office, 905 4th Street NE, Staples, MN 56479 then publicly opened and read aloud. Bids will be received and stamped-in prior to 2:00 p.m. local time on February 15, 2022. Bids submitted after allotted time will be discarded, NO EXCEPTIONS.
EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS:
Bidders may view drawings and specifications for the project at the office of the Construction Manager.
For Electronic access to the bidding documents, please contact the Construction Manager at (218) 820-7367. The Construction Manager can also provide locations of Builders Exchange’s holding plans for contractors to access. Bidders are responsible for any, and all costs associated with the production of plans and specifications for their use.
BIDDING REQUIREMENTS:
Each Bidder must comply with the following requirements to reassure acknowledgment and recognition of their Bids:
Bids must be accompanied by Bid security in the form of a certified check, cashier’s check, or Bid bond in the amount of five percent (5%) of the base Bid submitted, made payable to the owner, as guarantee that Bidder will, if awarded, enter into contract in accordance with contract documents and submitted Bid.
Submit Bid on the prescribed form, which is furnished with the specification, with full name and address of the Bidder.
Completely fill in all blank spaces on the Bid Form, in ink or typewriter, in both words and figures.
Sign in longhand, executed by a principal duly authorized to enter into an agreement. If a Bidder is a co-partnership, then signatures on the Bid shall be by an authorized member of the firm, with names and addresses of each member of partnership.
Base Bid and all alternate Bids shall be stated both in writing and in figures. In all cases, written and numerical figures must agree; otherwise at Owner’s option, it shall be cause for rejection of Bid. Complete form without alterations.
Submit alternate prices (Bid) for either increasing or decreasing the costs, as called for on Bid form and Description of Alternates. Submit a Bid for all alternates.
Owner may make such investigations as they deem necessary to determine the ability, competency, and responsibility of the Bidder to perform the work. Any Bidder shall furnish to Owner all such information and data for this purpose, as the Owner may request. Owner reserves the right to reject any Bid if the evidence submitted by, or investigation of, such Bidder fails to satisfy the Owner that such Bidder is properly qualified to carry out the obligations of the contract and to complete the Work contemplated therein. The competence and responsibility of Bidder will be considered in making an award, including, but not limited to; (1) proof of financial responsibility, (2) quality of similar work, (3) amount of experience with similar projects, (4) facilities, personnel and equipment, (5) reputation for performance, and (6) the ability to complete the work within specified time. Owner reserves the right to reject any Bid where there is reasonable doubt as to the qualifications of the Bidder.
Owner reserves the right to; (1) accept Bidder’s Base Bid only, (2) accept any one or more of bidder’s Alternate Bids, in any order regardless of the order in which they were listed, (3) reject all Bids, (4) award contract based on his investigation of Bidders, as well as acceptance of alternates, all of which Owner deems to be in his best interest, (5) waive informalities or minor irregularities in Bids and waive minor irregularities or discrepancies in Bidding procedure.
Upon award of Contract, Contractor shall provide AIA A312 Performance and Payment Bonds in the amount of 100 percent (%) of Contract Sum in accordance with General Conditions and Amendments to General Conditions.
BIDDING DOCUMENTS & SITE REVIEW:
Each Bidder (including subcontract Bidder where appropriate) is required to visit the site and to fully inform themself and record their own investigations as to the extent of the Work, the extent of the work performed by other contractors under other construction packages, conditions under which the Work is to be performed, existing buildings and streets, conditions of the area, existing utilities and other features, type of soil, available facilities and difficulties that may be encountered in connection therewith, and other relevant items which will affect their Bid or the Work.
Prior to submitting a Bid, each Bidder is required to examine all of the bidding requirements, all Contract Documents, all drawings, and specifications for the Project (including those primarily for other Subcontracts). Contractors shall become thoroughly familiar with the scope of the Project and all factors and items of work which will affect their Bid or the Work, whether shown or specified in documents primarily for Work of others or Work of this Contract.
No extras will be allowed the Contractor as a result of misunderstanding of the extent of scope of the Work as a result of his failure to study and record his own findings. Submission of a Bid shall be proof that such examinations have been made and that Bidder has recorded their own investigation and has become thoroughly familiar with all contract documents (including all addenda). The failure or omissions of any Bidder to examine any form, instrument or document shall in no way relieve any Bidder from any obligation in respect to their Bid or be the responsibility of ICS or its counterparts to ensure you have read all documentation. This is the sole responsibility of the Bidder and its Sub-Contractor(s).
PRE-BID CONFERENCE:
A Pre-Bid conference will be held at 3:30 p.m. on February 1, 2022 at Staples-Motley School District ISD #2170 District Office, 905 4th Street NE, Staples, MN 56479. If Bidders want to visit the physical site, a site review will take place immediately following the Pre-Bid conference at Staples-Motley High School / Middle School. No extras will be allowed because of the Bidder’s misinterpretation to the amount of work involved, Bidder’s own error, negligence, or failure to examine the site.
START DATE:
Work will begin after receipt of the signed contract from the Owner. The anticipated award date is February 23, 2022. Pre-construction and submittals work related to the project is to commence immediately after receipt of the signed contract. The onsite work will begin on the premises no later than June 3, 2022.
SUBSTANTIAL AND COMPLETION DATE:
Owner requires all work to be substantially complete in different areas throughout the site on or before milestone dates as listed in the Summary of Work as well as the overall construction schedule provided in section 01 32 10 Project Schedule Requirements. Final completion of all work must be completed by 9/30/2023.
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Minutes of the
MEETING OF THE
Todd County Board of Commissioners
December 21, 2021
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 December, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Becker. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present.
Approval of Agenda
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the agenda as presented.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motions and resolutions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for December 10, 2021 as presented.
To approve Alyssa Etzler to fill the open Social Worker position.
To approve the 2022 Tobacco Licenses for the Clarissa Municipal Liquor Store, Don and Dave’s Store, The Hub Supper Club, Jon’s Foods Inc, Eagle Valley Express, American Legion Post 417, Partridge Creek Blinds and More LLC, Rohde’s Midway Gas Bar and Grill, and Shady’s Golden Eagle.
To approve a One-Year On & Off Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor License for Don and Dave’s Store at the address of 26762 County 26, Browerville, MN in Moran Township effective January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022.
GAMBLING PERMIT – MIDWEST OUTDOORS UNLIMITED – PRAIRIE PARTNERS CHAPTER
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the Midwest Outdoors Unlimited - Prairie Partners Chapter through this resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the Midwest Outdoors Unlimited - Prairie Partners Chapter to hold a raffle event at the Hub Supper Club in Burnhamville Township at the address 30905 County 13, Burtrum, MN on March 5, 2022.
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 401651 through 401672 in the amount of $24,341.49 and (Regular) 55449 through 55502 in the amount of $120,383.56 for a total of $144,725.05.
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 802239 through 802321 and (Regular) 708457 through 708532 for a total amount of $163,844.29.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 600522 through 600534 and (Regular) 516650 through 516672 for a total amount of $69,623.78.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the 2021 Elections Budget Carryover per the attached Budget Request Form details in the amount of $15,000.
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To renew the Hands of Hope Resource Center Lease Agreement for January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote:
Repurchase of Tax Forfeited Properties
WHEREAS, Chatton D. Bolden has submitted an application for repurchase of the following described tax forfeited lands; Parcel’s 19-0096800, 19-0096900, 19-0097000, and 19-0097100 Lots 7, 8, 9, and 10 Block 3 of Sylvan Shores South.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approves the application for repurchase of tax-forfeited lands submitted by Chatton D. Bolden.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
TRANSFER OF FUNDS - COUNTY DITCH 18 - PARTIAL REPAYMENT
WHEREAS, on December 28, 2017, the Todd County Board of Commissioners approved the advance of $300,000 from the General Fund (Fund 01) to the Ditch Fund (Fund 40) per BA#20171228-06; and
WHEREAS, on September 4, 2018, the Todd County Board of Commissioners approved the special assessment payment terms, granting a 10 year repayment term with two percent (2%) interest to be credited to the General Fund (Fund 01). The first year of the special assessment collection began for taxes payable in 2019 per BA#20180904-07; and
WHEREAS, the amount collected in 2018 and 2019 for Ditch 18 Special Assessment #7189 in the principal amount of $70,441.51 along with $4,060.28 of interest was approved as a partial repayment of the advance via BA#20191217-09; and
WHEREAS, the amount collected in 2020 for Ditch 18 Special Assessment #7189 in the principal amount of $33,833.84 along with $4,606.32 of interest was approved as a partial repayment of the advance via BA#20201215-16; and
WHEREAS, the amount collected for Ditch 18 Special Assessment #7189 in taxes payable year 2021 is $20,121.58 on the principal balance, along with $3,243.61 of interest and is ready for transfer as a partial repayment to the advance made by the General Fund.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby authorize the transfer of funds in the amount of $23,365.19 from Fund 40-County Ditches/Ditch 18 to Fund 01 General Fund.
Administration
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
2022 COUNTY
COMMISSIONER
SALARY
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting compensation of county employees, elected officials, appointed officials and board members, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the duties and responsibilities of each individual position; and
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the salaries of elected officials in other comparable counties; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve setting the County Commissioners salary at $33,393 plus $1,800 supplemental pay for Board Chair and $1,200 supplemental pay for the Board Vice-Chair in 2022.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Erickson, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
2022 COUNTY
ATTORNEY SALARY
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting compensation of county employees, elected officials, appointed officials and board members, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the duties and responsibilities of each individual position; and
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the salaries of elected officials in other comparable counties; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve setting the County Attorney salary at $123,527 in 2022.
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
2022 COUNTY AUDITOR/TREASURER SALARY
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting compensation of county employees, elected officials, appointed officials and board members, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the duties and responsibilities of each individual position; and
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the salaries of elected officials in other comparable counties; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve setting the County Auditor/Treasurer salary at $96,790 in 2022.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by majority vote with Neumann against:
2022 COUNTY
RECORDER SALARY
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting compensation of county employees, elected officials, appointed officials and board members, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the duties and responsibilities of each individual position; and
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the salaries of elected officials in other comparable counties; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve setting the County Recorder salary at $74,098 in 2022.
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Erickson, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
2022 COUNTY
SHERIFF SALARY
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners is responsible for setting compensation of county employees, elected officials, appointed officials and board members, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the duties and responsibilities of each individual position; and
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners considered the salaries of elected officials in other comparable counties; and
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve setting the County Sheriff salary at $111,885 in 2022.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
CHANGES TO GROUP HEALTH INSURANCE CONTRIBUTIONS
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are responsible for setting compensation and benefits of county employees, elected officials, appointed officials and board members, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners desires to change employer/employee contributions for health insurance coverage within the County’s Group Health Insurance Plan.
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners has previously followed the same pattern bargained with unions for group health insurance contributions for those not covered under collective bargaining agreements, and;
WHEREAS, some collective bargaining agreements for 2022 have been settled as of this date, December 21, 2021, and;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, for employees not covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the County shall pay the cost of single insurance coverage up to $813.91 per month, or the full cost of the premium, whichever is less. The County shall pay $1,300 toward the Employee + Spouse coverage, $1,075 toward Employee + Child(ren) coverage and $1,400 toward Family coverage, or the full cost of the premium, whichever is less. The County shall not pay more than the actual premium cost of the plan.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
A RESOLUTION FOR OPIOID SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT
Authorizing county staff to execute all necessary documents to ensure County participation in the multistate settlements relating to opioid distributors and manufacturers, and in the Minnesota Opioids State-Subdivision Memorandum of Agreement, and declaring support for an amendment to Minn. Stat. § 256.043, subd. 3(d).
WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota and numerous Minnesota cities and counties are engaged in nationwide civil litigation against manufacturers and distributors of prescription opioids related to the opioid crisis; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Attorney General has signed on to multistate settlement agreements with several pharmaceutical distributors, McKesson, Cardinal Health, and AmerisourceBergen, as well as opioid manufacturer Johnson & Johnson, but those settlement agreements are still subject to sign-on by local governments and final agreement by the companies and approval by the courts; and
WHEREAS, there is a deadline of January 2, 2022, for a sufficient threshold of Minnesota cities and counties to sign on to the above-referenced multistate settlement agreements, and failure to timely sign on may diminish the amount of funds received by not only that city or county but by all Minnesota cities and counties from the settlement funds; and
WHEREAS, representatives of Minnesota’s local governments, the Office of the Attorney General, and the State of Minnesota have reached agreement on the intrastate allocation of these settlement funds between the State, and the counties and cities, as well as the permissible uses of these funds, which will be memorialized in the Minnesota Opioids State-Subdivision Memorandum of Agreement (the “State-Subdivision Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, during negotiations of the State-Subdivision Agreement, representatives of Minnesota’s counties prioritized flexibility in how local governments may use settlement funds for opioids abatement and remediation and advocated for counties to receive settlement allocations directly rather than using the distribution mechanism detailed in Minn. Stat. § 256.043, subd. 3(d); and
WHEREAS, in order to achieve the goals of flexibility and direct allocation, Minn. Stat. § 256.043, subd. 3(d), must be amended to remove a provision which would otherwise appropriate approximately 50 percent of the state’s settlement allocation to county social service agencies for statutorily-prescribed use(s); and
WHEREAS, the State-Subdivision Agreement creates an opportunity for local governments and the State to work collaboratively on a unified vision to deliver a robust abatement and remediation plan to address the opioid crisis in Minnesota; now, therefore,
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, Todd County supports and agrees to the State-Subdivision Agreement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Todd County supports and opts in to the multistate settlements with McKesson, Cardinal Health, and AmerisourceBergen, and with Johnson & Johnson; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Todd County authorizes county staff to execute all necessary documents to ensure County participation in the multistate settlements, including the Participation Agreement and accompanying Release, and in the State-Subdivision Agreement; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, Todd County, supports the amending of Minn. Stat. § 256.043, subd. 3(d), to remove a provision which would appropriate approximately 50 percent of the state’s settlement allocation to county social service agencies via the existing Opiate Epidemic Response Fund distribution mechanism for statutorily-prescribed use(s).
Todd County Ag Society
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the waiving of the rental fees for the Todd County Ag Society’s Winter Demo Derby event scheduled at the Todd County Fairgrounds on January 22, 2022.
Policies Committee
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
Establishment of a Merit System
of Personnel
Administration
WHEREAS, Minn.Stat. 375.56-375.71 were enacted by the Minnesota Legislature authorizing Minnesota counties to establish a Personnel Administration System; and
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners adopted the County Personnel Act pursuant to Minn. Stat. 375.56-375.71 on November 16, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners will adopt and appoint members to a Personnel Board of Appeals, whereby three members will be appointed to serve staggering terms pursuant to Minn. Stat. 375.65.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, by the Todd County Board of Commissioners, that Todd County is in substantial compliance with the Federal Standards for a Merit System of Personnel Administration (5 CFR Part 900); and that Todd County has met all the Merit System of Personnel Administration and the County Personnel Act (Minn. Stat. 375.56-375.71) requirements; and that all personnel services will be provided by the County Coordinator.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the effective date for the implementation and establishment of a Merit System of Personnel in Todd County is January 1, 2022.
Solid Waste
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
A RESOLUTION TO
APPROVE THE 2022 SOLID WASTE
ENTERPRISE
FUND BUDGET
WHEREAS, The Todd County Board of Commissioners are required to adopt an annual budget and certify it to the County Auditor.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the following as the 2022 Budget for the Solid Waste Enterprise Fund of the County of Todd, Minnesota and directs that it be forwarded to the County Auditor.
CHART
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To authorize the Solid Waste Department to issue licenses and permits for the following applicants: LPS, City Sanitary, Tom’s Refuse, Alex Rubbish and Matheisen. Contingent upon receipt of necessary documents issue licenses and permits for the following applicants: G&T Sanitation, and Waste Management.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by majority vote with Kircher against: To authorize the Solid Waste Department to accept the proposal from Forum Communications to print and mail the Recycling Survey.
Health & Human Services
Cory Lawrence from STEP provided a letter read into record providing the County Board with an update of their service levels within Todd County in 2021.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the STEP Purchase of Service and Host County contract renewal.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote with Kircher abstaining: To approve the Northern Pines Purchase of Service Agreement renewal.
Planning & Zoning
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To grant the Conditional Use Permit request by Simon Schmucker on parcel 13-0029000 to establish a wood processing operation in AF-1 Zoning with three conditions.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To grant the rezoning request from Doug Lien of parcel 15-0041700 from AF-1 to Shoreland-GD with no conditions.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To move to remand the Lakeside Acres First Addition Preliminary Plat Approval topic back to the Planning Commission for further consideration and grant a 60 day extension for the preliminary plat consideration.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To move to remand the Lakeside Acres Seconded Addition Preliminary Plat Approval topic back to the Planning Commission for further consideration and grant a 60 day extension for the preliminary plat consideration.
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Luna Sioux Hideaway Preliminary Plat with two conditions.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To grant the Conditional Use Permit request from Joseph Frank on parcel 06-0045900 to establish a ground mounted community solar facility in AF-2 Zoning with three conditions.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by majority vote with Neumann against: To deny the rezoning request by Blair Hetland and Mary Krause on parcel 21-0008805 based on two findings of fact.
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To grant the Conditional Use permit requested by Eddie Kauffman on parcel 05-0009500 to establish a commercial greenhouse in R-10 Zoning with four conditions.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To grant the Conditional Use Permit requested by Anthony and Nicole Middendorf on parcel 03-0025600 and 03-0016902 to increase the allowed animal units on site in Shoreland-NE Zoning by 93.02 Animal Units to 99 Animal Units with six conditions.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reported that the year-end reporting was underway along with ARPA/SLFRF and CARES audits.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners had nothing to report
Recess
Chair Becker recessed the meeting until December 28, 2021.
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
Vendor Name $ Amount
ALLIED 100 $2,490.00
CENTRAL LAKES
COATINGS LLC 9,020.00
COMPASS MINERALS
AMERICA 21,052.47
FRIEDRICH’S TIRE
& OIL CO 10,258.84
INTEREUM INC 2,756.16
KRIS ENGINEERING 3,896.00
LIBERTY TIRE
SERVICES LLC 52,789.65
M-R SIGN COMPANY INC 3,006.00
NORTHERN STAR COOP 2,324.09
SIGN SOLUTIONS USA 4,609.77
STAPLES WORLD 3,037.46
WATCHGUARD VIDEO 4,995.00
64 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 24,489.61
Total 144,725.05
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
Vendor Name $ Amount
BENNING PRINTING
& PUBLISHING 5,724.00
BRENNY FUNERAL
CHAPEL - STAPLES 3,500.00
DHS - SWIFT 56,139.02
V#4106 - COST EFF
HEALTH INSURANCE 3,919.65
INFORMATION
SYSTEM CORP 8,944.00
MCCC,MI33 9,994.24
V #15377 - COST EFF
HEALTH INSURANCE 2,672.34
V #16073 - COST EFF
HEALTH INSURANCE 3,949.88
STAPLES WORLD 3,898.95
150 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 65,102.21
Total $163,844.29
Vendor Name $ Amount
ARNZEN CONST. INC $12,202.46
#16413 2,426.40
#16713 2,077.20
#16814 2,226.00
LUTHERAN SOCIAL
SERVICE OF
MN - ST PAUL 4,159.50
MLPS FORENSIC
PSYCHOLOGICAL
SRVS INC 2,437.50
#16668 4,173.60
#16491 2,226.00
VILLAGE RANCH INC 15,187.80
PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 22,507.32
Total 69,623.78
On a motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held December 21, 2021 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on December 28, 2021.
Witness my hand and seal:
Barbara Becker,
Todd County Board
Chairperson
Denise Gaida, Todd County
Auditor-Treasurer
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Minutes of the
MEETING OF THE
Todd County Board of Commissioners
December 28, 2021
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 28th day of December, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Becker. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present except Commissioner Kneisl.
Approval of Agenda
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the agenda as presented.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the following motion introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for December 21, 2021 as presented.
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 401673 through 401701 in the amount of $13,865.20 and (Regular) 55503 through 55541 in the amount of $40,416.79 for a total of $54,281.99.
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 802322 through 802338 and (Regular) 708533 through 708563 for a total amount of $83,943.85.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 600535 through 600540 and (Regular) 516673 through 516680 for a total amount of $38,078.14.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the budget amendment for the 2021 budget year for a total of $36,210 for the Assessor department retiree severance payments.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
COMMIT FUND
BALANCE FOR
FUTURE RETIREES’ SEVERANCE FUND
WHEREAS, beginning in FY 2020, the Finance Committee recommended taking a proactive budget approach for future retirement severances within Fund 01-General Revenue, and;
WHEREAS, the County Board established the Committed Fund Balance for Future Retirees’ Severance Fund with Resolution #20201229-08 for FYE 2020 with a balance of $50,000, and;
WHEREAS, the remaining balance of this account as of December 31, 2021 is $63,790. State Auditors recommendation is to approve a commitment of this fund balance on an annual basis for transparent financial reporting.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby authorize the County Auditor/Treasurer to register the Committed Fund Balance account in Fund 01-General Revenue with a balance of $63,790 to track the funding plan for the Committed Fund Balance for Future Retirees’ Severance Fund, effective December 31, 2021.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Erickson, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
COMMIT FUND
BALANCE FOR
BUILDING & GROUNDS IMPROVEMENT FUND
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners established a building & grounds improvement fund with the objective that the funds be utilized for current and future expenses and held within the County General Fund. The building & grounds improvement funds are appropriated and utilized each calendar year;
WHEREAS, the remaining balance of this account as of December 31, 2021 is $829,659.37. State Auditors recommendation is to approve by resolution a commitment of this fund balance on an annual basis for transparent financial reporting;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby authorize the County Auditor/Treasurer to register the Committed Fund Balance account in Fund 01-General Revenue Fund with a balance of $829,659.37 to track the funding plan for the Committed Fund Balance of Building & Grounds Improvement Fund, effective December 31, 2021.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
TRANSFER OF FUNDS AND APPROVAL OF ARP/SLFRF EXPENSES THROUGH
DECEMBER 31, 2021
WHEREAS, Todd County has received the first tranch of funding via the Federal American Rescue Plan (ARP/SLFRF) Act, and;
WHEREAS, Todd County has used/expensed funds within the allotted timeframe 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 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 $59,829.71 from Fund 19-ARP/SLFRF to Fund 01-General Fund $44,829.71 and Fund 51-Solid Waste $15,000 to realign eligible ARP-SLFRF expenses to the County Departments per the attached list.
Commissioner Kneisl joined the meeting at 9:13 a.m.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
APPLICATION FOR
CANCELLATION OF FORFEITURE ON
PARCEL 31-0000600
WHEREAS, the Todd County Auditor/Treasurer’s Office has discovered that there was an error during the tax forfeiture process on parcel 31-0000600 described as: All that PT of NE4 SE4 which Lies S’rly of Sect 27 TWP 128 Rang 32, that forfeited on July 9, 2021, and
WHEREAS, the Todd County Auditor/Treasurer’s Office wishes to have the forfeiture for the above listed parcel of land be cancelled in accordance with state statue 279.34.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, to approve and sign the Application for Cancellation of Forfeiture for parcel listed above, so that the correct parties can be notified during the Expiration of Redemption period.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To reappoint Gloria Nokes as District 1 Representative, Les Levin as District 3 Representative, Lee Christopherson as District 5 Representative and Jim Ostendorf as At-Large Member to the Todd County Parks and Trails Board.
Public Works
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the 2021 Budget Rollover Request for Retiree Severance in the amount of $32,900 within Fund 03-Public Works.
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the 2021 Budget Rollover Request for Road Striping in the amount of $15,898 within Fund 03-Public Works.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the 2021 Budget Rollover Request for a One Ton Truck in the amount of $37,682.90 within Fund 03-Public Works.
Planning & Zoning
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To take no action, by doing so, a $2,000 assessment would remain in place on parcel 25-0046200 owned by Marianne Gerving for failure to complete the restoration order.
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To take no action, by doing so, a $2,000 assessment would remain in place on parcel 08-0036300 owned by Linda Jean Hansen for failure to complete the restoration order.
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To take no action, by doing so, a $2,000 assessment would remain in place on parcel 25-0007500 owned by Harold G Harkcom for failure to complete the restoration order.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To take no action, by doing so, a $2,000 assessment would remain in place on parcel 21-0040200 owned by Jeffrey J. and Kristine Kuhlmann for failure to complete the restoration order.
On motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To take no action, by doing so, a $2,000 assessment would remain in place on parcel 19-0024700 owned by August Langseth for failure to complete the restoration order.
On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To take no action, by doing so, a $2,000 assessment would remain in place on parcel 20-0030703 owned by Georgann M. and David W. Larson for failure to complete the restoration order.
On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To take no action, by doing so, a $2,000 assessment would remain in place on parcel 22-0007001 owned by William J. and Marsha K. Owen for failure to complete the restoration order.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To take no action, by doing so, a $3,000 assessment would remain in place on parcel 15-0079700 owned by Timothy Forcier for failure to complete the restoration order.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer had nothing to report.
County Commissioner’s Report
Commissioner Becker expressed thanks to the county staff for their support during the 2021 year.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator had nothing to report.
Adjourn
Chair Becker adjourned the meeting for the month of December and year of 2021.
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
Vendor Name $ Amount
BERG/TADD $5,445.00
BRAATEN SAND &
GRAVEL 11,238.81
COMPASS MINERALS
AMERICA 6,406.98
CORBIN PICKAR EXC INC 6,831.00
LEADSONLINE LLC 2,535.86
MENCH/JAMES 3,530.00
OLSON/ADAM 2,226.75
61 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 16,067.59
Total $54,281.99
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
Vendor Name $ Amount
CENTRAL MN COUNCIL
ON AGING $2,534.00
DHS-SWIFT 11,919.03
ITEN FUNERAL HOME-
BROWERVILLE 3,500.00
PERISH/ALAN 2,277.63
RURAL MN CEP INC 14,689.68
SOURCEWELL 42,370.09
42 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 6,653.42
Total 83,943.85
Vendor Name $ Amount
DHS - ANOKA METRO
RTC - 412 $7,429.00
DHS - MSOP - MN SEX
OFFENDER PROGRAM 6,210.00
DHS - ST PETER RTC - 472 2,697.00
HOLISTIC FAMILY
EDUCATION SRVS 4,701.48
NORTHWOOD
CHILDRENS SERVICES 2,086.64
PRESBYTERIAN FAMILY
FOUNDATION INC 8,536.55
PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 6,417.47
Total $38,078.14
On a motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held December 28, 2021 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on January 4, 2022.
Witness my hand and seal:
Barbara Becker,
Todd County Board
Chairperson
Denise Gaida, Todd County
Auditor-Treasurer
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