Public Notices March 6, 2024
NOTICE
BARTLETT Township ELECTION AND
Annual Meeting
Bartlett Township will hold its annual meeting and election on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the town hall. Polling Hours are 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Positions to be filled are one (1) Supervisor (three (3) year term) and one (1) Clerk (two (2) year term)
Board of Canvass will follow the election with the annual meeting immediately after.
In case of inclement weather, the Election and Annual meeting will be held one week later on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
Jan Jares, Clerk
Bartlett Township
11pnc
NOTICE
Becker Township Annual Meeting
The Becker Township Annual meeting will be held Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at 7 p.m. at the Becker Township Hall, with the regular meeting to follow.
In case of bad weather, the Annual meeting will be held on March 19, 2024, at 7 p.m. All township residents are encouraged to attend.
Mary Fitcher, Clerk
Becker Township
10-11pnc
NOTICE
POPLAR Township Annual Meeting
The Poplar Town Board will hold its Annual meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at the Leader Community Hall.
The regular meeting is to follow the annual meeting and the regular agenda will be followed.
Sue Peet, Clerk
Poplar Township
11pnc
NOTICE
public hearing
wadena county
Wadena County Board
of Commissioners
The Wadena County Board of Commissioners will be holding a Public Hearing regarding the proposed County Road Turnback and will provide an opportunity to citizens to give comment relating to the same.
Written comments will be received by Darin Fellbaum, County Engineer, until April 5, 2024 at 221 Harry Rich Dr., Wadena, Minnesota 56482.
The meeting is scheduled to be held on Monday, April 8, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at the Aldrich Township Hall, 18118 150th Street, Verndale, Minnesota 56481.
Heather Olson, Wadena County Auditor/Treasurer
11-13pnc
NOTICE
RESIDENTS OF
MOTLEY TOWNSHIP
election of
officers
The Annual Election of Officers will be ehld on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. The polls will be open from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Motley Township Town Hall.
Positions to be filled are as follows:
One (1) Supervisor for a three (3) year term
One (1) Clerk for a two (2) year term
Absentee ballots are available by appointment at the home of the Clerk, 218-330-7887.
In case of inclement weather the Annual Election of Officers will be postponed until Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
The following will be held after the Annual ELection of Officers: The Board of Canvass, the Annual meeting and the Regular Monthly Meeting.
Ken Swecker, Clerk
Motley Township
10-11pnc
NOTICE
Fawn lake
TOWNSHIP
ANNUAL MEETING and election
Fawn Lake Township will hold its townshi Election on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the town hall.
This election will be held to elect:
One (1) clerk for a two (2) year term and
One (1) supervisor for a three (3) year term.
Board of Canvass will immediately follow the election.
Immediately following the Board of Canvass, the Annual meeting will be held.
In case of inclement weather, the alternate date will be Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the same time.
Any questions should be directed to Kelly Miller, 218-531-0287
Kelly Miller, Clerk
Fawn Lake Township
11pnc
NOTICE
Meadowbrook Township 2024
Annual Meeting
Meadowbrook Township will hold its annual meeting on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 6:30 p.m. at the Leader Community Hall.
In case of inclement weather the annual meeting will be held the following Tuesday, March 19, 2024, same time and place.
Ty Peterson, Clerk
Meadowbrook Township
10-11pnc
NOTICE
MORAN Township Annual Meeting
The Moran Township Annual meeting will be held Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 3 p.m. at the town hall.
Diane Mack, Clerk
Moran Township
11pnc
CITY OF STAPLES
Notice of
Hearing on
2024 2nd Street NE Street and Utility Improvement
Project
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of Staples will meet in the Council Chambers of the City Hall at 7:00 p.m. on March 12, 2024, to consider the proposed 2024 2nd Street NE Street and Utility Improvement Project, composed of the making of improvements on 2nd Street NE from the South Line of 413 2nd Street NE to approximately 270 feet north of Pleasant Avenue consisting of the replacement of streets, sidewalks, driveway entrances, storm drainage systems, sewer and water services, and sewer and water mains, pursuant to Minn. Stat. §§ 429.011 to 429.111. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is composed of the properties abutting these streets and properties directly served via these streets and utilities. The estimated cost of the improvement is $650,834. A reasonable estimate of the impact of the assessment and methodology used to calculate individual assessment will be available at the hearing. Such persons as desire to be heard with reference to the proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting.
Ron Murray, Mayor
City of Staples
Jerel Nelsen,
City Administrator
City of Staples
10-11pnc
NOTICE
RFP #040224
REQUEST FOR
PROPOSALS
SOURCEWELL
Medical Claims
Administrative Services, Individual and
Aggregate Stop Loss
Coverage and
Prescription Drug Claims Administration
Proposal Due Date:
April 2, 2024, 4:30 p.m., Central Time
The Board of Trustees of the Better Health Collective sponsored and serviced by Sourcewell, in compliance with Minnesota Statutes Section 471.6161, Statute 123A.21 and MN Commerce Rule 2785 is requesting proposals, on either a stand-alone (unbundled) or an integrated (bundled) basis, for Medical Claims Administrative Services, Individual and Aggregate Stop Loss Coverage, and Prescription Drug Claims Administration on behalf of its member participants according to the specifications and conditions within the Request for Proposal.
A complete copy of the RFP and supporting documents can be found on the Sourcewell Procurement Portal [https://proportal.sourcewell-mn.gov]. Only proposals submitted through the Sourcewell Procurement Portal will be considered.
Proposals are due no later than April 2, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. Central Time, and late proposals will not be considered.
11pnc
NOTICE
staples township ELECTION AND
ANNUAL MEETING
The Staples Township Election and Annual Meeting will be held Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the Staples Town Hall located at 25750 490th St., Staples, MN.
The Polling Hours are 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Positions to be filled are:
One (1) Supervisor, three (3) year term;
One (1) Clerk, two (2) year term.
Board of Canvass will follow the election with the Annual meeting immediately after.
In case of inclement weather, the Election and Annual meeting will be held one week later on Tuesday, March 19, 2024.
Bonnie Thoele, Clerk
Staples Township
10-11pnc
NOTICE
VILLARD TOWNSHIP ANNUAL MEETING
The Villard Township Annual meeting will be held Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at the Villard Town Hall immediately following the regular scheduled 7 p.m. meeting.
All township residents are encouraged to attend.
Mary Trantina Koenig, Clerk
Villard Township
10-11pnc
ISD #2170
School Board
meeting #11
Mon., Jan. 22, 2024,
6 p.m. District Office
MINUTES
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Board Chair Winkels at 6:00 p.m.
Members Reese, Winkels, Reeck, Wright and Trout were present, comprising a quorum. Member Anderson was absent. Also present were Superintendent Tappe, Principal Ferdon, Principal Berg, Business Manager Hill, recording secretary Larson, Staples World Representative Dawn Timbs, other staff and students. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Motion by Reeck seconded by Wright, to adopt the agenda. MC
Chair Winkels welcomed and recognized the public.
School/Community Forum
None
Consent Agenda
Approve the minutes from the December 18, 2023 Regular Board Meeting
Approve the minutes from January 8, 2024 Organizational Meeting
Approve the fundraiser request from Student Council
Approve the fundraiser request from REACH
Approve lane change requests from: Val Turner - MA to MA+15; Erin Judd - BA+30 to MA; Carly Bowman - BA to BA+15; Skyla Rewitzer - BA+15 to MA; Chris Trout - MA to MA+15;
Reviewed separately below
Approve the request for six consecutive PTO days from Jill Kneisl
Approve the hire of: Allison Vangsness, Sr. High Knowledge Bowl Advisor; Kasey Odden, Jr. High Knowledge Bowl Advisor; William Leidl - 8th grade boys basketball coach; Heather Sams – Assistant Speech Coach; Brian Sams – Assistant Speech Coach; Renee Kroll - Assistant Speech Coach; Selket Jewett, Assistant Speech Coach
Approve the fundraiser request from the SM Music Booster Club
Approve the fundraiser request from the SM Wrestling Booster Club
Motion by Wright, seconded by Trout, to approve the Consent Agenda. MC
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Winkels to approve the lane change request from Chris Trout - MA to MA+15 MC (Trout abstained)
Donations and Grants
Motion by Wright, seconded by Trout, to approve the Resolution to Accept donations and Grants in the amount of $5,535.77 and in-kind donations in the amount of $525. MC
Thank you to Scientific Equip Liquidators, Box Tops for Education, Staples-Motley PTC, Lakewood Health System, Lamplighter Community Theater, MN Association of FFA, Staples-Motley FFA Alumni Association, Todd-Wadena Electric Cooperative and Staples Ace Hardware for their generous donations.
Finance Items
(12-21-2023 Finance
Committee Minutes)
Finance Report presented by Business Manager Hill
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Wright to approve the December Disbursements. MC
General Fund: $ 718,845.99
Food Service: $52,977.09
Community Service: $25,471.00
Construction Fund: $965.93
Debt Service: $0.00
Fund 45: $0.00
Fund 47: $0.00
Motion by Trout, seconded by Winkels, to approve the December receipts. MC
General Fund: $1,093,320.60
Food Service: $85,195.65
Community Service Fund: $45,372.47
Construction Fund: $25,563.46
Debt Service Fund: $145,762.24
Fund 45: $15,743.72
Fund 47: $3.92
Facilities update presented by Williams from ICS
Policy
(12-15-2023 Policy Committee Meeting Minutes)
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Winkels to approve the following ISD 2170 policies with little or no changes. Policy #509.2 - Early Admission to Kindergarten; Policy #509.2F - Early Admission form; Policy #516.2 - Recognition and Treatment of Anaphylaxis in the School Setting; Policy #607 - Sixth Grade Athletic Participation; Policy #810 - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Drone) MC
Motion by Wright, seconded by Reeck to approve the removal of ISD 2170 policy #624.1 On-Line Learning Procedures and Policy #707.1 Transportation of Elementary Students. MC
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Trout, to approve the following policies with little or no revisions as recommended by MSBA. Policy 212 - School Board Member Development; Policy 213 - School Board Committees; Policy 214 - Out of State Travel by School Board Members; Policy 408 - Subpoena of a School District Employee; Policy 409 - Employee Publications, Instructional Materials, Inventions & Creations; Policy 410 - Family and Medical Leave; Policy 412 - Mileage and Expense Reimbursement; Policy 422 - Policies incorporated by Reference; Policy 730 - Bidding and Quoting Guidelines; Policy 807 - Health and Safety; Policy 907 - Rewards MC
Other
Motion by Winkels, seconded by Wright, to approve the negotiation settlement of the Principal/Administrator Master Agreement. MC
Motion by Trout, seconded by Winkels, to approve the move from Skyward to Region 1 (Financial system from Skyward to SMART Finance and from Skyward SIS to Synergy) MC
Motion by Wright, seconded by Winkels, to approve a .4 FTE Early Childhood Special Education Paraprofessional position. MC
Reports:
School Board:
FED - Minutes from 10/25/2023
Sourcewell - Minutes from 11/21/2023
Reports were presented by Principal Ferdon, Principal Berg, AD Lee, Superintendent Tappe and SMEA Vice President Evans
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Trout, to adjourn the meeting at 7:05 p.m. MC
11pnc
MINUTES
ISD #2170
School Board WORK SESSION #12
Mon., Feb. 5, 2024,
6 p.m. District Office
MINUTES
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chair Winkels at 6:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order with Reese, Anderson, Wright, Winkels and Trout present (comprising a quorum). Reeck was absent. Also attending were Superintendent Tappe, recording secretary Larson, Principal Berg and Staples World Managing Editor Anderson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Motion by Anderson, seconded by Trout to adopt the agenda. MC
Communications Plan presented by Staci Headley
Staff Survey Review presented by Board Chair Winkels
Motion by Trout, seconded by Wright, to adjourn the meeting at 6:52 p.m. MC
11pnc
Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of
Commissioners held
JANUARY 16, 2024
Public Comment
Dan Peyton expressed concerns regarding manure management practices observed at the Dairyridge property locations and its impact on the surrounding environment.
Kevin Faust expressed concerns regarding manure management practices and capacity concerns for the proposed future plans of Dairyridge properties.
Jessie Sogge provided points of consideration relating to the Todd County Ordinance and the elements to require of Dairyridge prior to issuing a CUP to Dairyridge.
Amanda Zigan expressed concern regarding the natural resources impact regarding the current practices and proposed expansion of the Dairyridge operation.
Greg Hansen shared information regarding the Sheriff department staffing levels and wage levels.
Cary Hudalla expressed concerned regarding the nitrate levels from manure management practices sourcing from the Dairyridge property locations.
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 January, 2024 at 9:03 AM. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Becker. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present.
Moment of Silence
A moment of silence was held in memory of Lisa Wehking who was a current Todd County employee.
Approval of Agenda
On motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the agenda as presented.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Noska and seconded by Neumann, the following motions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for January 2, 2024 as presented.
To approve a One Day On Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor License for the Swanville/Sobieski Lions on the Long Lake in Burnhamville Township effective February 24, 2024.
To hire David Determan to fill the open Registered Sanitarian position. Grade 10 Step 9, $35.56 /hr. Start date: 1/17/2024
To hire Nicole Hagel to fill the open Care Coordinator - RN position. Grade 10 Step 3, $29.77/hr. Start date: TBD
To hire Seth Buschke to fill the open Paraprofessional Case Aide position. Grade 5 Step 2, $21.59/hr. Start date: TBD
To hire Kellie Bitz to fill the open Support Enforcement Aide position. Grade 5 Step 1, $20.97/hr. Start date: TBD
Accept the resignation of Eric Karnes, PT Dispatcher effective 12/26/2023.
Commissioners
The Todd County Board of Commissioners recognized the County employees for years of service that reached milestones in Q4 of 2023.
Public Hearing – Tax Abatement
A public hearing was held regarding the Approval of a Proposed Tax Abatement by the County on Certain Property Located within the County.
Chris Odden, County Assessor provided a summary of the impact this tax abatement request has on the County’s taxpayers for discussion with the County Board.
Matthew Holt expressed concerns regarding the proposed tax abatement and the imbalance of opportunities for large versus smaller businesses.
City of Long Prairie
Ted Gray, Long Prairie City Administrator presented information regarding the proposed tax abatement.
Tami Barber from Long Prairie Packing, Skip and Andrew Duchesneau from DW Jones, Carl Buchaner from American Foods Group and Todd Hagen from Ehlers Financial also provided information to support the proposed project and Tax Abatement request.
On motion by Byers and seconded by Noska, the following resolution was not adopted by unanimous vote:
A RESOLUTION RELATING TO A TAX ABATEMENT; GRANTING THE ABATEMENT ON CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE COUNTY
WHEREAS, Todd County (the “County”), pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Sections 469.1812 to 469.1815, as amended (the “Act”), is authorized to grant an abatement of the property taxes imposed by the County on a parcel of property, if certain conditions are met, through the adoption of a resolution specifying the terms of the abatement.
WHEREAS, the County proposes to finance the development of an approximately three-story, 87,150 square-foot, 61-unit, market-rate workforce housing project and future housing projects (the “Project”) in the City of Long Prairie.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Act, on the date hereof, this Board of Commissioners (this “Board”) conducted a public hearing on the desirability of granting an abatement of property taxes on certain properties expected to be benefited by the proposed Project, which properties are identified as follows (the “Properties”): 36-4015400 and 36-4015500.
WHEREAS, notice of the public hearing was duly published as required by law in the Long Prairie Leader, the official newspaper of the County, on January 4, 2024, which date is no fewer than ten and no more than 30 days prior to the date hereof.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that on the basis of the information compiled by the County and elicited at the public hearing referred to in Section 1.03, it is hereby found, determined and declared that:
(i) the Project is in the public interest because it will increase or preserve tax base of the County and surrounding area;
(ii) the County expects that the benefits of the proposed abatement are not less than the costs of the proposed abatement;
(iii) the Properties are not located in a tax increment financing district;
(iv) the granting of the proposed abatement will not cause the aggregate amount of abatements granted by the County under the Act in any year to exceed the greater of (a) ten percent (10.00%) of the County’s net tax capacity for the taxes payable year to which the abatement applies, or (b) $200,000;
(v) it is in the best interests of the County to grant the tax abatement authorized in this Resolution; and
(vi) Under Section 469.1813, Subdivision 9 of the Act, it is not necessary for the County to obtain the consent of any owner of any of the Properties to grant an abatement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a property tax abatement (the “Abatement”) is hereby granted in respect of property taxes levied by the County on the Properties for a period of eleven (11) years, subject to satisfaction of the conditions for such duration described in Section 469.1813, subdivision 6(b).
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Abatement will reduce all of the taxes for each of the Properties, and the total amount of the Abatement is estimated to be approximately $580,000.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County shall pay the abatement to the owner of the Properties, or will retain the abatement to pay public infrastructure costs related to the Project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Abatement may be modified or terminated at any time by the Board in accordance with the Act.
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Noska and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 402978 through 403006 in the amount of $36,980.98 and (Regular) 57662 through 57696 in the amount of $40,552.36 for a total of $77,533.34.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 804883 through 804973 and (Regular) 711419 through 711490 for a total of $206,829.15.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 601132 through 601157 and (Regular) 517652 through 517680 for a total amount of $219,725.50.
On motion by Byers and seconded by Noska, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM GENERAL FUND TO
TODD COUNTY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FUND
WHEREAS, the 2024 Budget for Todd County’s support to the Todd County Development Corporation has been approved at $89,400, and;
WHEREAS, a letter was received from the Todd County Development Corporation requesting for the allocation of funds from the County General Fund to be provided.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby approve the transfer of funds in the amount of $89,400.00 from Fund 01-General Revenue to Fund 74-Todd County Development Corporation.
On motion by Noska and seconded by Denny, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM THE GENERAL FUND TO THE TODD WADENA COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS FUND FOR THE 2024 ALLOCATION
WHEREAS, The 2024 Budget for Todd County’s support to Todd Wadena Community Corrections has been approved at $619,404.00; and
WHEREAS, a letter was received from the Todd Wadena Community Corrections requesting for the allocation of funds from the General Fund to be provided;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that The Todd County Board of Commissioners hereby approve the transfer of funds in the amount of $619,404 from Fund 01-General Revenue to Fund 75-Todd Wadena Community Corrections.
On motion by Neumann and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the attached vehicle purchases from Nyhus, Staples, MN for the County Motor Pool consisting of:
1. 2020 Chevrolet Trax in the amount of $21,639.16
2. 2024 Chevrolet Equinox (gray) in the amount of $32,598.12
3. 2024 Chevrolet Equinox (white) in the amount of $32,252.91
On motion by Noska and seconded by Denny, the following motion as introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the exception allowed by Personnel Policy section 5(k) for the Chief Deputy Auditor/Treasurer to be financially compensated for hours worked above forty (40) each week at a 1:1 rate at the discretion of the County Auditor-Treasurer effective immediately for the remainder of the 2024 calendar year.
On motion by Noska and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve to increase the vacant PT Deputy Auditor-Treasurer position to a FT Deputy Auditor-Treasurer position and to begin recruitment immediately.
Ditch/Ag Inspector
On motion by Denny and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Acting as Ditch Authority, acknowledge receipt of a Hold Harmless Agreement petition from multiple landowners, to clean portions of lateral 3 on CD32 in sections 8 & 9 Turtle Creek Twp.
Facilities Committee
On motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the low bid from Arnzen Construction for replacement of both sidewall and roof steel for a total of $22,594.11.
Planning & Zoning
Discussion was held by the County Board regarding proposed findings and enforcement parameters for the Highway 27 Salvage Request for CUP.
Commissioner Neumann made a motion to table the Highway 27 Salvage Request for CUP to allow for gathering of legal opinion from the County Attorney to bring back to the February 6, 2024 board meeting for official action.
Discussion was held by the County Board regarding proposed findings and enforcement parameters for the Dairy Ridge LLC Request for CUP.
Commissioner Byers made a motion to table the Dairy Ridge LLC Request for CUP to allow for gathering of legal opinion from the County Attorney to bring back to the February 6, 2024 work session for further board discussion.
Health & Human Services
On motion by Noska and seconded by Byers, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the correction to Board Action 20240102-05, with pay grade 10, step 2, $28.20/hr.
On motion by Denny and seconded by Neumann, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Opioid Settlement funding request for Drug Trends Training for a total of $10,125.
On motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Opioid Settlement funding request for Better Days Treatment Center in the amount of $5,000.
Administration
On motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve final interviews to be conducted with candidates numbered 1, 2, 4 and 6 on January 29, 2024 at 9:30 a.m.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reported that filing for township offices will close on this day at 5:00 p.m. with the respective township clerk.
Presidential Nomination Primary absentee voting period opens on Friday, January 19, 2024 for the upcoming March 5, 2024 election date.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported on attending many internal/external meetings, rockwall project, class/comp study project and broadband coalition. This is the last board meeting for Coordinator Pelzer and thanks was extended to the County Board and the community.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Denny will be attending the GRRL meeting this evening.
Commissioner Becker attended the P&Z, TWCC, Dept Head, Facilities, SWCD, and Rainbow Rider meetings.
Extended thanks to Coordinator Pelzer for her service to Todd County and opened invitation for a retirement reception in her honor on February 1, 2024.
Commissioner Noska noted that the Winter Demo Derby sponsored by the Ag Society is happening soon. Extended thanks to Coordinator Pelzer for her service to Todd County.
Commissioner Neumann said bids have been published for the Solid Waste building project and attended the SWCD, Rainbow Rider, Personnel, Dept Head, SRWD meetings.
Commissioner Byers reported on an orientation attended via HHS dept, P&Z, TWCC, Wellness, TCDC and Facilities meetings.
Adjourn
On motion by Byers and seconded by Neumann, the meeting was adjourned for the month of January 2024.
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES
$4,482.99
CARGILL SALT DIVISION
$4,557.65
CDW GOVERNMENT INC
$5,277.45
CHAMBERLAIN OIL
COMPANY $2,915.58
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
CORPORATION $17,232.00
MIDSTATES EQUIPMENT
& SUPPLY INC $16,926.00
ZIEGLER INC $5,499.77
57 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $20,641.90
Total $77,533.34
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
ASSOC OF MN
COUNTIES $4,730.00
DHS - SWIFT $92,517.87
V#4106 - COST EFF HEALTH
INSURANCE $2,519.12
ITEN FUNERAL HOME -
BROWERVILLE $3,155.00
V#16948 - COST EFF HEALTH
INSURANCE $3,151.92
V#1964 - COST EFF HEALTH
INSURANCE $2,114.64
MCCC, MI33 $10,398.05
RURAL MN CEP INC $4,818.56
V#6141 - COST EFF HEALTH
INSURANCE $2,792.00
154 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $80,631.99
Total: $206,829.15
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
# 16704 $5,831.16
DHS - ANOKA METRO
RTC - 412 $63,180.00
DHS - MOOSE LAKE RTC -
462 $2,109.30
DHS - MSOP - MN SEX
OFFENDER
PROG 462 $5,748.00
DHS - ST PETER RTC -
472 $11,205.00
# 17324 $5,725.08
HEARTLAND GIRLS
RANCH $10,106.00
HOLISTIC FAMILY EDUCATION
SRVS $2,744.76
# 17353 $2,096.22
# 17302 $3,319.17
LITTLE SAND GROUP
HOME $10,311.84
MID MINNESOTA DRUG
TESTING INC $3,727.00
NORTHERN PINES MENTAL
HLTH CTR INC $11,615.05
PRESBYTERIAN FAMILY
FOUNDATION INC $5,437.93
# 17183 $2,468.22
STEP $5,752.47
VALLEY LAKE BOYS
HOME INC $14,000.00
VILLAGE RANCH
INC $12,320.95
WEST CENTRAL REGI
JUVENILE CTR $14,913.00
25 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $27,114.35
Total: $219,725.50
On a motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held January 16, 2024 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on February 6, 2024.
Witness my hand and seal:
/s/ on file
Barbara Becker,
County Board Chairperson
/s/ on file
Denise Gaida, Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
11pnc
Minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the
Todd County Board of
Commissioners held
January 29, 2024
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 29th day of January, 2024 at 9:30 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 Denny and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the agenda as presented.
County Commissioners
On motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To proceed with County Coordinator final interviews and reserve the right to hold another interview with select candidates if deemed necessary upon the conclusion of this interview schedule.
Interviews were held with the County Coordinator Finalist Candidates in the following order: Steven Jones, Andrew Wozniak (via Zoom) and Jacqueline Bauer
Interviews concluded at 1:22 p.m.
Commissioners held discussion regarding the candidates. The Commissioners voiced their opinions of how they wanted to move forward with candidate selection and their preferred candidate choice with reasoning.
On motion by Denny and second by Byers, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To proceed with approving an offer to hire County Coordinator vacancy to Jacqueline Bauer.
Adjourn
On motion by Byers and seconded by Neumann, the meeting was adjourned at 1:34 p.m.
On a motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held January 29, 2024 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on February 6, 2024.
Witness my hand and seal:
/s/ on file
Barbara Becker,
County Board Chairperson
/s/ on file
Denise Gaida, Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
11pnc
_______________________11c
_______________________11c
Minutes of the Special Board Meeting of the
Todd County
Board of
Commissioners held
January 29, 2024
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 29th day of January, 2024 at 9:30 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 Denny and seconded by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the agenda as presented.
County Commissioners
On motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To proceed with County Coordinator final interviews and reserve the right to hold another interview with select candidates if deemed necessary upon the conclusion of this interview schedule.
Interviews were held with the County Coordinator Finalist Candidates in the following order: Steven Jones, Andrew Wozniak (via Zoom) and Jacqueline Bauer
Interviews concluded at 1:22 p.m.
Commissioners held discussion regarding the candidates. The Commissioners voiced their opinions of how they wanted to move forward with candidate selection and their preferred candidate choice with reasoning.
On motion by Denny and second by Byers, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To proceed with approving an offer to hire County Coordinator vacancy to Jacqueline Bauer.
Adjourn
On motion by Byers and seconded by Neumann, the meeting was adjourned at 1:34 p.m.
On a motion by Byers and seconded by Denny, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held January 29, 2024 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on February 6, 2024.
Witness my hand and seal:
/s/ on file
Barbara Becker, County Board Chairperson
/s/ on file
Denise Gaida, Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
Witness my hand and seal:
/s/ on file
Barbara Becker, County Board Chairperson
/s/ file
Denise Gaida, Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
_______________________11c
