Public Notices July 14, 2021
TODD COUNTY
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT
215 1st Ave. South,
Long Prairie, MN 56347
320-732-4420
PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, July 22, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. the Todd County Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing in the Commissioner’s board room, 215 1st Ave. South, Suite 301, Long Prairie, Minnesota.
NOTE: This meeting is again being held in-person and the public is encouraged to attend, but Zoom and phone options are still available for those who are unable to attend in person. If you wish to join via Zoom, please contact our office for the call-in information.
Questions? Call or email 320-732-4420 or toddplan.zone@co.todd.mn.us
AGENDA
•Call to Order
•Approval of June 24, 2021 Minutes
•Board introduction and process review
o The applicant is introduced
o Staff Report
o Applicant request if staff report accurately represents the request
o Public Comment
o Board review with applicant, staff, and public
1. Dennis and Maureen DesMarais: Lots 6-9, Krousey’s First Addition to Mound Lake Heights, Section 3, Grey Eagle Township
Site Address: 14463 Cottonwood Drive, Burtrum PID: 11-0052700
1. Request to decrease OHWM Setback in Shoreland- RD Zoning (Mound Lake) from 100 ft to 76 ft for construction of 30 ft by 26 ft dwelling addition.
2 Request to increase maximum structure height of dwellings not meeting all setbacks from 18 ft to 26 ft for construction of same addition.
2. Mary K. Meier: Higgins Long Lake, Section 18, Birchdale Township
Site Address: 12053 Bluegill Dr, Sauk Centre. PID: 03-0071700
1. Request to decrease setback to Ordinary High Water Mark in Shoreland-NE zoning (Higgins Long Lake) from 150 feet to 80 feet for 900 square foot dwelling addition.
Adjournment.
Next meeting:
August 26, 2021
All persons interested are invited to attend said hearing or submit a letter to be heard on these matters. All correspondence must include name, mailing address and be received 48 hours before the date and time of the hearing.
Todd County
Board of Adjustment
Richard Johnson, Chair
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Staples-Motley School Board Minutes
ISD #2170
Staples-Motley School Board meeting #19 with closed session
May 24, 2021, 6 p.m., District Office
MINUTES
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order with Members Winkels, Freeman, B. Anderson, Lund and Reeck (comprising a quorum). L. Anderson was absent. Also attending: Supt. Tappe; Business Services, Herdegen and Regan; Principals Schmidt and Johnson; several employees and community members; Staples World Reporter, Timbs; and Recording Secretary, Madson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Motion by Freeman, seconded by Lund, to delete items 4, 5, 6 and 27; and to add agenda item 19.2. MC
Motion by B. Anderson, seconded by Reeck, to adopt the agenda with noted revisions. MC
Chair Winkels recognized the public and thanked everyone for attending.
School/Community Forum
- none
Facilities Update
– Mike Hubbard, ICS
Mike Hubbard gave the Board an update on the proposed facility project and reviewed funding areas. An update and discussion will be given at the June 7 Work Session and the Board will be asked to make a decision at the June 28 Board Meeting.
Consent Agenda:
Motion by Freeman, seconded by Winkels, to approve the Consent Agenda. MC
Motion by Lund, seconded by B. Anderson, to approve the Resolution to accept In-Kind Donations and Grants in the amount of $4,610.48. MC
Motion to move into Closed Session, pursuant to MN Statute 13D.05 for attorney client privileged communication regarding pending or threatened litigation.
Motion by Freeman, seconded by B. Anderson, to move into Closed Session, pursuant to MN Statute 13D.05 for attorney client privileged communication regarding pending or threatened litigation. MC
Reconvene in Closed Session
Update on details and discussion
Reconvene in Open Session
Motion by Freeman, seconded by B. Anderson, to reconvene in Open Session. MC
Finance Items
Motion by Lund, seconded by B. Anderson, to approve the Settlement Agreement with a former district employee. MC
Regan presented the Financial Report
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Freeman, to authorize payment of the vouchers. MC
Motion by Winkels, seconded by B. Anderson, to approve the Bergan KDV contract for interim payroll services at $1,200 per week with additional time at $125 per hour through June 30, 2021. MC
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Winkels, to approve the 2021-2022 Reduction List. MC
It was noted that some reductions are being accomplished through attrition.
Personnel
Motion by Lund, seconded by B. Anderson, to approve the Resolution Nonrenewing Probationary Teacher, Daniel Spandl at the end of the 2020-2021 school year. Voting in favor: B. Anderson, Freeman, Reeck, Winkels and Lund. Opposed: none. L. Anderson was absent. MC
Motion by Freeman, seconded by B. Anderson, to approve the Resolution Nonrenewing Probationary Teacher, Marn Elvehjem, at the end of the 2020-2021 school year.
Voting in favor: B. Anderson, Freeman, Reeck, Winkels and Lund. Opposed: none. L. Anderson was absent. MC
Facilities
Approve the recommendation to realign the school sites to PreK-5th grade at Staples-Motley Elementary and grades 6-12 at the Middle/ High School based on the School Improvement Plan.
Motion by Freeman, seconded by Reeck, to approve the recommendation to realign the school sites as PreK-5th grade at SM Elementary and 6-12 at the MS/HS, beginning the 2022-2023 school year, PENDING the completion of construction projects. MC
Approve the recommendation to close Little Cardinal Academy on or before August 27, 2021
Motion by Freeman, seconded by Lund, to approve closing Little Cardinal Academy on, or before, August 27, 2021. The goal of the program had been to increase and retain enrollment and that goal has not been met. Voting in favor: B. Anderson, Freeman, Reeck, Winkels and Lund. Opposed: none. L. Anderson was absent. MC
Reports:
School Board: FED - 3/24/21 Minutes; Sourcewell - 3/16/21 Minutes
Principals – written reports were included
Superintendent Tappe reported that the summer enrichment sessions are filling up - activities in the morning and academic based in the afternoon; and that an additional REACH position had been added at the HS. The District is still waiting for legislation to finalize funding numbers.
Community Ed Advisory Council - 5-13-21 Minutes were included; a full summer recreation schedule is planned for the summer.
SMEA - Staff are looking forward to a COVID free year. Negotiations will most likely begin during the summer; and SMEA has recognized their retirees.
Adjournment
Motion by B. Anderson, seconded by Reeck, to adjourn the meeting at 6:44 p.m. MC
Complete minutes may be viewed at www.isd2170.k12.mn.us
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ISD #2170
School Board WORK SESSION Meeting #20
June 7, 2021, 6 p.m. District Office
MINUTES
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order with Members Winkels, B. Anderson, Lund, Reeck, L. Anderson and Freeman present. Also attending: Supt. Tappe; Principals Schmidt and Johnson, Financial Services, Herdegen and Regan; ICS, Hubbard and Bergeron, and Construction Manager, Damien Williams; JLG, Leopald and Barnett; Communications, Ehlers, Greg Crowe; Walz; Todd Rapp; LeRoy Peterson, Staples World Managing Editor, M. Anderson and Recording Secretary, Madson
Motion by B. Anderson, seconded by Lund, to adopt the agenda. MC
I. Facilities -
School Improvement Plan - Phase I
Mike Hubbarb presented the proposed project scope of work which includes:
•Building Safety & Security
•Deferred Maintenance
o Ventilation and Indoor Air Quality upgrades
o Roofing replacements and/or restorations
o Tuck-pointing, caulking, brick replacement
o Exterior doors and window repairs or replacement
o Parking lot repair or replacement
o Interior finishes (replacing any asbestos tile or carpet)
•Elementary Cafeteria / Full service kitchen/ Music room renovation
•Elementary activities and wellness addition
•Refresh of existing elementary classrooms
Funding Sources with no additional tax impact include: LTFM Bonds Deferred Maintenance; Energy and Operational Savings; General Fund; ESSER I & II Funds; Community Partnership
Funding Sources with an additional tax impact: Lease Levy; Abatement Bonds; and LTFM Funds Indoor Air Quality.
Total amount needed for the project is $28.0 M
Discussion included the length of Bonds and the importance of keeping the tax impact flat (no spikes) as the district moves from Phase I to Phase II and beyond. A preliminary timeline was also presented.
At the June 28 meeting the Board will be asked to approve this project.
I. Adjournment
Motion by Lund, seconded by B. Anderson, to adjourn the meeting at 7:12 p.m. MC
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