Public Notices Nov. 1, 2023
NOTICE
Lake shore
AERATION WARNING
LAKE SHAMINEAU
Open water along the shore with thin ice around the edges on the south shore of Lake Shamineau. Starting November 15, 2023 and into the early months of 2024. For inquiries call 763-535-1079.
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NOTICE
Lake shore
AERATION WARNING
LAKE SHAMINEAU
Open water along the shore with thin ice around the edge on the West shores of Lake Shamineau. Starting November 2023 and early months of 2024. For inquiries call 218-821-1470.
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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, November 16, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. the Todd County Board ofAdjustment 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. Those who do attend in person can find parking atop the hill on the west side of the Historic Courthouse and enter through the north doors, near the American Flag and monument.
Questions? Call or email 320-732-4420 or toddplan.zone@co.todd.mn.us
AGENDA
•Call to Order
•Pledge of Allegiance
•Introduction of Board of Adjustment Members and process review
•The applicant is introduced
•Staff report
•Applicant confirms if staff report accurately represents the request
•Public comment
•Board review with applicant, staff, and public
•Approval of agenda
•Approval of October 30, 2023, Board of Adjustment meeting minutes
1. Nicholas and Abigail Klimek: Section 23, Beim Lake, Leslie Township
Site Address: 15494 Galaxy Road, Osakis, MN 56360 PID: 15-0027100
•After-the-fact Variance request to reduce the ordinary-high-water-mark setback from 150’ to 64’ for the construction of a deck in Natural Environment Shoreland Zoning.
•After-the-fact Variance request to reduce the ordinary-high-water-mark setback from 150’ to 64’ for the construction of a dwelling addition in Natural Environment Shoreland Zoning.
•After-the-fact Variance request to increase the peak height limit from 18’ to 26’ for dwelling roof repair in Natural Environment Shoreland Zoning.
Adjournment.
Next Meeting:
November 16, 2023
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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STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF TODD
DISTRICT COURT SEVENTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
Court File No.
77-PR-23-260
Case Type:
INFORMAL PROBATE
In re the Estate of
Yvonne Dorothy Dickman
DECEASED
Notice of Informal Probate of Will and Appointment of Personal Representative and Notice to Creditors
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND CREDITORS:
Notice is hereby given that an application for informal probate of the above-named Decedent’s
Τ Last Will dated September 17, 2003 has been filed with the Probate Registrar, and the application has been granted.
Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar, and the application has been granted.
Notice is also given that the Probate Registrar has informally appointed the following:
Name
Kevin Lynn Dickman
Address
108 Timberline Drive N
Colleyville TX 56034
As personal representative of the Estate of the Decedent. Any heir, devisee or other interested person may be entitled to appointment as personal representative, or may object to the appointment of the personal representative. Unless objections are filed pursuant to Minn. Stat.§ 524.3-607, and the court otherwise orders, the personal representative has full power to administer the Estate, including, after 30 days from the date of issuance of letters, the power to sell, encumber, lease or distribute real estate.
Any objections to the probate of the Will, or to the appointment of the personal representative, must be filed with this court, and will be heard by the court after the filing of an appropriate petition and proper notice of hearing.
Notice is also given that, subject to Minn. Stat. § 524.3-801, all creditors having claims against the Estate are required to present the claims to the personal representative or to the Court Administrator within four (4) months after the date of this Notice, or the claims will be barred.
Dated: October 5, 2023
Gina Devilbiss-Hendry
Probate Registrar
Kim Peterson,
Court Administrator
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ISD #2170
School Board
meeting #2
Sept. 18, 2023, 6 p.m. District Office
MINUTES
Call to Order
Call to Order by Chair Winkels, 6:00 p.m.
The meeting was called to order with Wright, Trout, Reese, Winkels and Reeck present (comprising a quorum). Member Anderson was absent. Also attending: Supt. Tappe, Principals Berg and Ferdon, Williams representing ICS, a number of staff, students and community members, Staples World Managing Editor Anderson and recording secretary Larson. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Wright to adopt the agenda. MC
Recognize Public
Chair Winkels welcomed those in attendance.
Consent Agenda
Approval of Minutes from the August 21 regular meeting.
Approve the 2023-2024 agreement with The Vintage Golf Course.
Approve the Leave of Absence request from Jessica Williams, paraprofessional
Approve the Leave of Absence request from Caitlyn Hacker, MS/HS Teacher.
Approve the Fundraiser requests from the Music Boosters.
Approve the renewals of:
Allison Vangsness - Student Council; Holton Truax - Weight Room Supervisor, Fall 2023, Kristina Haataja - Music Programs; Sarah Decker - MS Student Council; Jill Kneisl - Yearbook; Allison Vangsness - Yearbook.
Approve the resignations of:
Sam Schimpp - Paraprofessional (effective 8-31-2023); Kathy Robben - Paraprofessional (effective 8-25-2023; Melissa Jewison - Food Service - Elementary (effective 9/20/2023).
Approve Staff Hires:
Penney Omodt - Food Service Elementary; Chris Jennissen - MS/HS Title Interventions; Amanda Weishair - SLPA Elementary; Taylor Anderson - Bus Driver; Stacy Beto - Food Service MS/HS; Andrew Capistrant - Bus Driver; Melissa Jewison - MS/HS Media Dept. Paraprofessional; Kathy Blessing - Part time Food Service MS/HS; Cade Bestland - Vocal Music Programs; Theresa Kavanaugh - Food Service - Elementary; Iain Sams - MS/HS Paraprofessional; Katrina Fligge - JH Volleyball Coach.
Approve the Fundraiser request from Boys Basketball.
Approve the 2023-2024 Sourcewell Program & Services Agreement
Approve the leave of absence for Rebecca Gonzales, JH Volleyball Coach.
Approve the request for six consecutive PTO days from Sarah Larson.
Approve the TCC 2023-2024 Food Service Contract.
Approve the Fundraiser requests from Student Council.
Motion by Trout, seconded by Wright, to approve the consent agenda. MC
Donations and Grants
Motion by Wright, seconded by Reese, to approve the Resolution to accept Grants and Donations in the amount of $8,218.07. MC
Thank you to National Restaurant Association, Football Boosters and Sourcewell for your generous donations.
Finance Items
Financial Report presented by Business Manager Hill
Motion by Trout, seconded by Wright, to approve the August vouchers. MC
General Fund, $489,359.80; Food Service, $10,888.33; Community Service Fund, $11,370.62; Construction Fund, $1,542,610.71; Debt Service Fund, $1,425.00; Fund 45, $9.43; Fund 47, $0.00.
Motion by Wright, seconded by Reeck, to approve the August receipts. MC
General Fund, $1,577,188.26; Food Service, $7,842.72; Community Service Fund, $18,563.45; Construction Fund, $300,702.23; Debt Service Fund, $104,422.28; Fund 45, $-2,130.59; Fund 47, $0.00.
Motion by Winkels, seconded by Reeck, to certify the proposed tax levy at maximum; payable in 2024. MC
(Public Announcement: The Truth In Taxation meeting will be held on Monday December 4, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the District Office Conference Room at which time the budget and levy will be discussed and the public will be allowed to speak.)
Personnel
Motion by Reese, seconded by Trout, to approve the termination of Julia Steward, elementary paraprofessional. MC
Motion by Reese, seconded by Winkels, to accept the retirement of Liz Koskiniemi. MC
Thank you, Liz, for over 23 years of service to the Staples-Motley School District.
Facilities
ICS Update presented by Williams
Reports:
School Board
FED
Sourcewell - Minutes from July 18, 2023
Principals Ferdon reported on a great first week of school. Principal Berg reported that the “Getting to Know You” conferences before the school year were a big success with 100 percent of families wanting them to continue next year.
Superintendent Tappe thanked Buildings and Grounds Director Peterson and his staff for getting the buildings ready in a short period of time. The Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Lakewood Nest on Sept. 29 and the ribbon cutting at the Elementary Gym on Oct. 23.
SMEA report by President Kniesl and VP Evans
Activities/Community Ed Director Lee shared that we’re almost half way through the fall athletic seasons and the winter community ed brochure will be out after MEA weekend.
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Wright, to move into Closed Session for Superintendent performance review and discussion as permitted by MN Statue, section 13D.05, subdivision 3(a). MC
Reconvene in Closed Session for Superintendent Performance Review
Motion by Wright, seconded by Winkels, to call the Closed Session to order. MC
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Reese, to reconvene in Open Session. MC
Motion by Winkels, seconded by Wright, to move into Closed Session for Negotiations strategy pursuant to MN Statute 13D.03. MC
Reconvene in Closed Session for Negotiations strategy
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Trout, to call the Closed Session to order. MC
Motion by Reeck, seconded by Wright, to reconvene in Open Session. MC
Adjournment
Motion by Wright, seconded by Trout, to adjourn the meeting at 8:20 p.m. MC
--Approved minutes submitted by Trisha Larson, Recording Secretary.
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Minutes of the Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held on
SEPT. 19, 2023
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 19th day of September, 2023 at 9 a.m.. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Neumann. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present.
Approval of Agenda
On motion by Becker and second 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 second by Denny, the following motions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
• To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for September 5th, 2023 as presented.
Accept Shanae Fortson’s resignation as Administration Assistant on 9/8/2023.
• To hire Amber Pearcy as a Part Time Dispatcher, Grade 6 Step 9. Start date of 9/20/2023
• To approve Heidi Iten to fill the open seasonal Office Support Specialist II position. Grade 5, Step 1 at $20.46. Start date: TBD
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 402763 through 402785 in the amount of $88,079.51 and (Regular) 57324 through 57363 in the amount of $48,504.00 for a total of $136,583.51.
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 804478 through 804554 and (Regular) 711008 through 711058 for a total of $107,052.98.
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 601028 through 601044 and (Regular) 517497 through 517514 for a total amount of $83,654.90.
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
COUNTY DITCH MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENTS FOR TAXES
PAYABLE 2024
WHEREAS, the Auditor-Treasurer’s office along with the County Ditch Inspector have been proactively working on improving the cash flow balances within Fund-40 County Ditches on an annual basis to maintain positive cash flow, and;
WHEREAS, per County Board suggestion, recommendations for the July 2022 through June 2023 assessment cycle were discussed at the County Board Work Session on September 5, 2023, and;
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute allows for the Ditch Authority to approve maintenance fund assessments on a yearly basis without incurring the expense of a public hearing if statute requirement criteria have been met, and;
WHEREAS, it is the goal of the County Board to transition from the past practice of collecting after spending to maintaining a revolving collection comparative to expense trends and to keep assessments occurring as close to real time as possible for the potential property owners affected.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners in their capacity as the Todd County Ditch Authority hereby approves the Maintenance Fund/Ditch Assessments for the 2024 Tax Payable Year as a one year repayment period without interest applied per the attached list.
Todd Wadena
Community Corrections
Kathy Langer provided the County Board an update on the STS Shop Building replacement plans that suffered severe damage as a result of a tornado and further damage due to the weight of the snow on the building. Final building plans have been approved and bids for construction will be ready for release soon.
Cannabis Ordinance 1st Reading Public Hearing
The County Board opened the meeting for public comment and held discussion on considering an ordinance prohibiting the use of Cannabis in public places and in places of public accommodation. No public comment was received. This proposed ordinance will move forward to its scheduled 2nd Reading – Public Hearing on October 17, 2023.
Ditch/Ag Inspector
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Acting as Ditch Authority, set October 3, 2023 as the date for a landowner Informational Meeting with a start time of 6 p.m., to be held at the County Board Room.
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
BEAVER DAM AND
BEAVER EXPENSE
AUTHORIZATION UPDATE
WHEREAS, on March 3, 2009 Resolution #2009-03/3-17 was passed by the Ditch Authority authorizing the County Ditch Inspector to approve up to $500 per dam, of expenses to remove the dam, to be assessed to the County Ditch systems, and;
WHEREAS, the March 3, 2009 Resolution did not address beaver trapping or expenses for contractors used to locate dams, and;
WHEREAS, the costs for dam removal and beaver trapping has gone up significantly since 2009, and a contractor is occasionally used to locate dams with a drone or an amphibian ATV on ditch systems that are too treacherous to access by foot, and;
WHEREAS, as was stated in the previous Resolution, petitions for removal of beaver dams are a frequent and routine occurrence and the solution for removal of beaver dams is routine, frequent and required of the ditch authority, and;
WHEREAS, beaver trapping expenses are related to dam removal but can occur without a dam needing removal.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Todd County Board of Commissioners acting as the Ditch Authority hereby authorize the County Ditch Inspector to approve expenses to be assessed to the County Ditch systems provided the following conditions are met:
a) The expense is directly related to the removal of a beaver dam from the County Ditch systems.
a. The expense is estimated to be less than $1,000 per dam for dam removal.
b) The expense is directly related to the report of beaver activity on the County Ditch systems.
a. The expense is estimated to be less than $1,000 per report of activity for beaver trapping.
c) The expense is to hire a contractor to use a drone or amphibian ATV to search for a dam or blockage on the County Ditch systems.
a. The expense is estimated to be less than $500 per occurrence, and;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that it is understood this Resolution replaces and supersedes all prior County Board actions, oral or written, relating to the subject matter hereof.
Planning & Zoning
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and approve the Preliminary Plat with the following conditions.
1. Creation of a property owners association agreement including mandatory membership of all property owners with inclusion of Todd County as a participating member.
2. Creation of deed restrictions, covenants, or other instruments in accordance with Section 7.16C (iii) of the Planning and Zoning Ordinance with inclusion of Todd County as a participating member.
3. No additional impervious surface shall be allowed within the shore or bluff impact zones.
4. No outward expansion shall be allowed to existing structures. Lot 6 shall be allowed to construct one lake side deck not to exceed 150 square feet.
5. Boat mooring site shall not exceed 9 slips.
6. No construction or placement of accessory structures will be allowed within the common space.
7. Applicant must obtain additional permits and authorizations as required by other agencies including but not limited to the Sauk River Watershed District.
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To remand the Tammy Brusewitz Request for CUP back to the Planning Commission with the 60 day extension to the application to confirm setbacks, use within the zoned area and consider establishment of condition regarding a visual screen prior to feedlot establishment.
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the findings of the Planning Commission and grant the CUP on parcels 26-0017100 and 26-0016900 with the following conditions.
1. There shall be no loading/unloading of materials within the public roadway.
2. Off-street parking shall be provided for all business traffic.
3. Storage of supplies and finished products shall be stored meeting all setback requirements.
4. Land use permits shall be required for all future construction.
5. Applicant must abide by all other applicable federal, state, and local standards.
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Sauk River Watershed Fiscal Agent agreement as presented and sign.
Soil & Water
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approval of a tree planter from DNR at no cost to Todd County or the SWCD.
Health & Human Services
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To rename the Health Services Manager position to Adult Services Manager.
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To rename the Behavioral Health Supervisor and Waiver Supervisor positions to Adult Services Supervisor.
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve changing the name of the Health Services Unit to Adult Services Unit.
Rick Hest provided the County Board an update on its current programming and operations.
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the 2024 donation to Hilltop Regional Kitchen of $7,000.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer provided a summary of the upcoming 5 elections affecting portions of Todd County Voters scheduled for November 7, 2023 with absentee voting opening on Friday, September 22, 2023 for these election events. A reminder that the 2nd half real estate tax payments for certain parcels are due on October 16, 2023.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Denny attended the Hilltop Kitchen, constituent meetings regarding roads and Solid Waste meetings.
Commissioner Becker attended the Wellness, Personnel, TWCC, Dept Head, AMC Fall Conference, and Staples City road project meetings.
Commissioner Noska attended the TWCC and TCDC meetings.
Commissioner Neumann attended the CMCOA, Personnel, Dept Head, Expo walk-thru, AMC Fall Conference and Solid Waste committee meetings.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported on meetings attended including the Lake Shamineau preconstruction meeting, AMC Fall Conference. A reminder was provided that the Justice Center roof project has started within the last week and will continue for the remainder of September.
Adjourn
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the meeting was adjourned for the month of September 2023.
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
DAKOTA WHOLESALE
TIRE $4,320.00
LONG PRAIRIE LEADER $2,632.00
RITT’S WELDING WORKS
LLC $4,789.00
SUMMIT COMPANIES $4,918.00
TRUENORTH STEEL $78,593.46
WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING
INC $12,557.09
ZIEGLER INC $2,421.45
56 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $26,352.51
Total: $136,583.51
HEALTH & HUMAN
SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
DHS - SWIFT $24,860.07
V #17064-COST EFF
HEALTH INS $2,155.14
ITEN FUNERAL HOME-
BROWERVILLE $2,533.72
RURAL MN CEP INC $13,821.90
SAND CREEK EAP LLC $2,347.50
SCHULLER FAMILY FUNERAL
HOMES-WADENA $3,500.00
USPS-POC $5,241.00
121 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $52,593.65
TOTAL: $107,052.98
VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
CARLSON/BARBARA J $3,600.00
# 17324 $5,022.00
# 17353 $2,096.22
# 17302 $3,436.35
LITTLE SAND GROUP
HOME $10,311.84
NORTHERN PINES MENTAL
HLTH CTR INC $2,090.00
PRESBYTERIAN FAMILY FOUNDATION INC $8,520.43
# 17183 $2,468.22
STEP $8,504.35
VALLEY LAKE BOYS
HOME INC $7,750.00
VILLAGE RANCH INC $15,059.58
25 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $14,795.91
TOTAL: $83,654.90
On a motion by Becker and second by Noska, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held September 19, 2023 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on October 3, 2023.
Witness my hand and seal:
/s/ on file
Randy Neumann,
County Board Chairperson
s/ on file
Denise Gaida,
Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
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MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF the Todd County Board of Commissioners held on
October 3, 2023
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 3rd day of October, 2023 at 9 a.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Neumann. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present.
Approval of Agenda
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To adopt the agenda as presented with the removal of item 4.9 Hire Richard Berry as PT Road Deputy and addition of item 10.2 Final Cover Contract Award.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
• To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for September 19, 2023 as presented.
• To accept the resignation of Emily Olson, Seasonal Worker at Solid Waste Department as of September 2, 2023.
• Accept the retirement of Lori Becker, Highway Accountant effective 12/15/2023.
• Approve the retirement of Deana Callahan, Administrative Assistant, effective December 28, 2023.
• To approve Jessica Miller to fill the open Eligibility Worker position. Grade 6, Step 2 at 22.33. Start date: TBD
• Accept Melissa Morazan resignation as Full Time Jailer on 10/5/2023.
• Accept Lateshia Harden resignation as Full Time Jailer on 10/5/2023.
• Hire Ethan Wise for the PT Deputy position start date TBD, starting pay will be $27.65 Grade 10 step 1.
• To approve Sidewalks Saloon & Grill tobacco license application allowing them to sell tobacco products in 2023.
Commissioners
The Todd County Board of Commissioners recognizes that the County employees are our most valuable asset, and presented years of service awards for staff achievement during Quarter 3 of 2023.
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the September 2023 Auditor Warrants number (ACH) 903469 through 903522 in the amount of $1,017,693.57 (Manual) 876 through 884 in the amount of $88,227.42 and (Regular) 241497 through 241611 in the amount of $642,490.86 for a total of $1,748,411.85.
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 402786 through 402807 in the amount of $69,438.24 and (Regular) 57364 through 57396 in the amount of $42,070.90 for a total of $111,509.14.
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 804555 through 804585 and (Regular) 711059 through 711106 for a total of $42,976.64.
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous rollcall vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 601045 through 601054 and (Regular) 517515 through 517526 for a total amount of $56,760.75.
2024 County Fee Schedule –
Public Hearing
The County Board opened the meeting for public comment and held discussion on the proposed 2024 County Fee Schedule. No public comment was received. This proposed fee schedule will move forward to the next board meeting on October 17, 2023 for potential adoption.
Hands of Hope Resource Center
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
A RESOLUTION PROCLAIMING OCTOBER 2023 AS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
WHEREAS, domestic violence is not just a family issue, it is a crime, and should be a concern of all Minnesotans. Domestic violence is also the leading cause of homelessness amongst women and children in Minnesota, and;
WHEREAS, victims often suffer long term physical and mental health issues upon leaving a violent relationship. The costs in medical bills, lost wages, court costs, therapy costs etc. costs Americans billions of dollars every year, not to mention the destruction to families, friendships, and communities and;
WHEREAS, in Minnesota in 2023 there have been 23 domestic homicides to date, with three months of the year left. Hands of Hope Resource Center in Todd County has worked with 101 primary victims, both men and women so far this year, as domestic violence is not gender specific, and;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, Hands of Hope Resource Center will continue to advocate and support crime victims/survivors in their search for justice and safety. Our agency seeks continued support from our county commissioners, our judicial system, our law enforcement and our communities, and;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Hands of Hope Resource Center asks the Todd County Board of Commissioners to proclaim October 2023 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Todd County, and continue to support Hands of Hope Resource Center in educating, advocating and promoting positive change for those living with violence and abuse.
Public Works
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
Final Payment Authorization – 2022 Highway Construction Contract
WHEREAS, the contract with Central Specialties Inc for the 2022 Highway Construction Contract known as SAP 077-607-010, SAP 077-621-021, SAP 077-624-020, SAP 077-626-009, SAP 077-634-007/SAP 080-603-007, SAP 077-655-002/SAP 080-655-002, CP 22:73 & CP 77-22-01 located on various routes in Todd County, has in all things been completed, and;
WHEREAS, construction work on this contract was scheduled and completed in 2022 with the value of the total work certified being $5,343,655.37, and;
WHEREAS, partial payments amounting to $5,056,738.29, have been previously been made to the contractor as work progressed, and;
WHEREAS, it has been determined that $286,917.08 still remains to be paid to Central Specialties Inc.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Commissioners does here accept said completed project for and in behalf of the County of Todd and authorize final payment as specified.
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
Minnesota Local Road
Improvement Program
Todd County State Highway 48 Project Recommendation
WHEREAS, Minnesota Counties can apply for funding support for transportation infrastructure projects on local roads as part of the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s Local Road Improvement Program which has approximately $102.967 million in bond funds (with a cap of $1.5 million per project) available for constructing or reconstructing local roads in Fiscal Years 2024-2026, 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 either a combination of State Aid Highway Funds or Local County Levy Funds, and;
WHEREAS, funding may be requested for projects that will reduce traffic crashes on rural County State Aid Highways and County Roads (Rural Road Safety Account), reconstruct routes that have regional significance (Routes of Regional Significance Account), or for the local share of a trunk highway project (Trunk Highway Corridor Account), and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Public Works Department recommends that the following project be submitted for State of Minnesota Local Road Improvement Program Funding in Fiscal Year 2026 as a Route of Regional Significance:
• Todd County State Aid Highway 48 from State Trunk Highway 287 to State Trunk Highway 71
• A Mill and Bituminous Overlay Project with Centerline Pipe Replacements, Aggregate Shouldering and a Vertical Grade Correction near the Long Prairie Municipal Airport and;
WHEREAS, this project is listed on the Todd County Public Works Department Proposed Five Year Construction Plan and funding through the Local Road Improvement Program will help address existing roadway deficiencies such as deteriorating pavement surface, deficient centerline culverts, adjacent low shoulders and a localized area that is prone to seasonal flooding.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby support the recommendation of the Todd County Public Works Department for submitting a State of Minnesota Local Road Improvement Program Funding Application of $800,000 for a Fiscal Year 2026 Construction Project located on County State Aid Highway 48 from State Trunk Highway 287 to State Trunk Highway 71.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby agree to pay all additional costs associated with the County Road 48 Project that are beyond the Local Road Improvement Program Grant and agrees to maintain all construction improvements made on County State Aid Highway 48 that are funded by the Local Road Improvement Program.
Administration
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the list of comparable counties as presented to be used with the Classification and Compensation Study being conducted by Gallagher.
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Award bid to Burski Excavating, Inc., for $194,725.75 and authorize solid waste director to sign contract upon receipt of necessary contract documents (performance bond, payment bond, proof of insurance and responsible contractor).
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer provided a reminder that the 2nd half real estate tax payments for certain parcels are due on October 16, 2023. It was also noted that absentee voting is open for the upcoming November 7, 2023 election and the A/T Office is providing curbside voting for interested voters.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Denny attended the GRRL, Hands of Hope, Prairie Lakes, Emergency Services Board and Prairie Lakes meetings.
Commissioner Becker attended the Insurance, Rainbow Rider, Facilities, public hearing for Mississippi Watershed, Personnel, Region V, Regional EMS, and Wellness meetings.
Commissioner Noska was out of state so was not able to attend a couple meetings.
Commissioner Neumann attended the Opioid, Insurance, Rainbow Rider, Facilities, Safety, Personnel committee meetings.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported that the Master Gardeners has completed some upgrades to their booth area in the Grandstand. The closing on the second parcel purchase has been completed and the office continues to move forward with the class/comp study process.
Recess
Chair Neumann recessed the meeting until October 17, 2023.
AUDITOR WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
ANOKA CO GOVERNMENT
CENTER $8,375.00
CROW WING
RECYCLING $3,337.25
EBSO INC $270,718.90
F-M FORKLIFT $40,549.00
FARM-RITE EQUIPMENT,
INC $5,210.58
HEALTH PARTNERS
ENTAL $7,322.77
LONG PRAIRIE SANITATION
INC $6,294.77
MERTEN/KRISTOPHER $18,487.50
NYHUS CHEVROLET
INC $21,632.16
PETERS LAW OFFICE,
P.A. $6,270.00
PRAIRIE LAKES MUNICIPAL
SOLID WASTE AUTH $86,883.00
TODD CO AUD-TREAS $7,294.54
VERIZON $7,355.09
WATERGUARDS, LLC $19,551.00
19 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN 2000 $10,422.96
AVI SYSTEMS $8,213.00
CITY OF LONG
PRAIRIE $432,217.98
COUNTIES PROVIDING
TECHNOLOGY $5,629.00
JOHNSON/DENNIS &
KATHLEEN $5,607.05
LONG PRAIRIE OIL
COMPANY $14,192.65
MN DEPT OF FINANCE $8,791.00
MORRISON COUNTY $51,889.40
RAMSDELL/VIOLET $9,550.00
SHIRLEY’S GAS &
GROCERIES INC $6,389.01
STAPLES ADVANTAGE $3,059.12
STEP $12,239.96
VOYANT COMMUNICATIONS,
LLC $3,478.28
WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING
INC $4,610.00
WONDERLICH/SCOTT A $5,147.75
27 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN 2000 $11,416.58
CARD SERVICES
COBORNS $4,769.03
CARDMEMBER
SERVICE $3,203.87
CENTRA CARE $11,532.50
FLEET SERVICES/WEX
BANK $9,380.51
GALLAGHER BENEFIT
SERVICES INC $2,000.00
HLATKY/DEVONA $23,136.78
KNOW iNK $34,125.00
LONG PRAIRIE OIL
COMPANY $4,512.77
METRO SALES INC $2,614.76
MIDDENDORF/KURT $20,932.50
MIDDENDORF/NATHAN $6,400.00
MINNESOTA POWER &
LIGHT $21,524.23
OYSTER/ROBB $6,900.00
RINGDAHL ARCHITECTS
INC. $23,625.00
TOWMASTER $126,639.00
UITTENBOGAARD/
JOHN $32,800.84
WETTSTEIN/JOHN $3,807.98
47 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN 2000 $15,653.80
GALLAGHER BENEFIT
SERVICES INC $9,825.00
PARTY WORLD $3,386.50
WEX BANK-SINCLAIR $2,883.76
25 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN 2000 $12,638.05
SCHMIDT/DOUGLAS &
MARY $175,083.75
2 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN 2000 $673.50
MN DEPT OF REVENUE $69,526.36
US BANK $9,718.89
MN DEPT OF REVENUE $5,237.00
7 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $3,745.17
TOTAL: $1,748,411.85
COMMISSIONER WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
CENTRAL APPLICATORS
INC $14,780.75
FRIEDRICH’S TIRE & OIL
CO INC $2,813.90
H & L MESABI
COMPANY $23,059.75
KNIFE RIVER CORP $33,787.46
NORTHERN STAR COOP $2,328.32
NUSS TRUCK &
EQUIPMENT $7,810.88
SEACHANGE PRINT I
NNOVATIONS $2,083.61
48 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $24,844.47
Total: $111,509.14
HEALTH & HUMAN
SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
AMAZON CAPITAL
SERVICES $3,262.70
DHS - SWIFT $2,423.55
V #4106 - COST EFF HEALTH
INS $4,723.35
MORRISON CO PUBLIC
HEALTH SERV $5,937.79
V #15377 - COST EFF HEALTH
INS $3,699.48
PERISH/ALAN $3,157.06
73 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $19,772.71
Total: $42,976.64
VENDOR NAME AMOUNT
HEARTLAND GIRLS
RANCH $10,106.00
MERIDIAN SERVICES
INC $2,156.01
MLPS FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGICAL
SRVS LLC $3,018.75
OAKRIDGE HOMES INC -
CLARISSA $2,000.36
PINEHAVEN YOUTH AND
FAMILY SRVS INC $20,012.71
PRAIRIE LAKE YOUTH
PROGRAMS $10,921.63
24 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 $ 8,545.29
Total: $56,760.75
On a motion by Denny and second by Becker, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held October 3, 2023 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on October 17, 2023.
Witness my hand and seal:
/s/ on file
Randy Neumann,
County Board Chairperson
/s/ on file
Denise Gaida,
Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
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