Public Notices October 1 2025
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF
CONTRACT FOR DEED
YOU ARE NOTIFIED:
1. Default has occurred in the Contract for Deed (“Contract”) dated April 25, 2025, and filed for record on April 28, 2025, as Document Number A545543, in the Office of the County Recorder of Todd County, Minnesota, in which MIDSOTA CONSTRUCTION, a sole proprietorship, as Seller, sold to CLIFFORD DIXON, as Purchaser, the real property in Todd County, Minnesota, described as follows:
Lot Eighteen (18) and Lot Nineteen (19), Block One (1) Little Pine Shores, according to the plat thereof on file in the office of the Todd County Recorder;
2. The default is as follows:
No payment received for the months of May 2025 through August 2025, totaling $1,600.00.
3. Minnesota Statute 559.21 Subd. 4. (f) has been complied with
4. THIS NOTICE IS TO INFORM YOU THAT BY THIS NOTICE THE SELLER HAS BEGUN PROCEEDINGS UNDER MINNESOTA STATUTES, SECTION 559.21, TO TERMINATE YOUR CONTRACT FOR THE PURCHASE OF YOUR PROPERTY FOR THE REASONS SPECIFIED IN THIS NOTICE. YOU ARE ALLOWED NINETY (90) DAYS AFTER THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THE NOTICE TO COMPLY WITH THE CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT AND THE CONTRACT WILL TERMINATE NINTY (90) DAYS AFTER THE FIRST DATE OF PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE UNLESS BEFORE THEN:
(A) THE PERSON AUTHORIZED IN THIS NOTICE TO RECEIVE PAYMENTS RECEIVES FROM YOU:
(1) THE AMOUNT THIS NOTICE SAYS YOU OWE; PLUS
(2) THE COSTS OF SERVICE (TO BE SENT TO YOU); PLUS
(3) FOR CONTRACTS EXECUTED ON OR AFTER MAY 1, 1980, ANY ADDITIONAL PAYMENTS BECOMING DUE UNDER THE CONTRACT TO THE SELLER AFTER THIS NOTICE WAS SERVED ON YOU; OR
(B) YOU SECURE FROM A COUNTY OR DISTRICT COURT AN ORDER THAT THE TERMINATION OF THE CONTRACT BE SUSPENDED UNTIL YOUR CLAIMS OR DEFENSES ARE FINALLY DISPOSED OF BY TRIAL, HEARING OR SETTLEMENT. YOUR ACTION MUST SPECIFICALLY STATE THOSE FACTS AND GROUNDS THAT DEMONSTRATE YOUR CLAIMS OR DEFENSES.
IF YOU DO NOT DO ONE OR THE OTHER OF THE ABOVE THINGS WITHIN THE TIME PERIOD SPECIFIED IN THIS NOTICE, YOUR CONTRACT WILL TERMINATE AT THE END OF THE PERIOD AND YOU WILL LOSE ALL THE MONEY YOU HAVE PAID ON THE CONTRACT; YOU WILL LOSE YOUR RIGHT TO POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY; YOU MAY LOSE YOUR RIGHT TO ASSERT ANY CLAIMS OR DEFENSES THAT YOU MIGHT HAVE; AND YOU WILL BE EVICTED.
IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS NOTICE, CONTACT AN ATTORNEY IMMEDIATELY.
5. The name, mailing address, street address or location and telephone number of the person authorized by the seller to accept payments pursuant to this notice is:
Nicole M. Philippi, 27297 Ode Circle, Browerville, Mn. 56438. (320) 428-9448.
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Minutes of the SPECIAL BOARD Meeting of the Todd County Board of Commissioners held AUGUST 28, 2025
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 August, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Byers. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present.
Agenda
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the agenda was acknowledged as presented.
Administration
The County Commissioners held discussion regarding factors influencing the potential salary adopted for the County Commissioner position in 2026.
On motion by Neumann and second by Denny, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by majority vote with Noska against:
2026 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 $¬ 36,312 (3.5 percent (%) increase from 2025) plus $ 2,500 supplemental pay for Board Chair and $2,000 supplemental pay for the Board Vice-Chair in 2026.
The County Attorney held discussion with the County Board regarding factors influencing the salary requested for the County Attorney position in 2026.
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
2026 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 $155,492 in 2026.
The County Auditor-Treasurer held discussion with the County Board regarding factors influencing the salary requested for the County Auditor-Treasurer position in 2026.
On a motion by Noska and second by Denny the following resolution was introduced and adopted by majority vote with Becker and Neumann against:
2026 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 $117,087 in 2026.
The County Recorder held discussion with the County Board regarding factors influencing the salary requested for the County Recorder position in 2026.
On a motion by Becker and second by Neumann the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
2026 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 $84,000 in 2026.
The County Sheriff held discussion with the County Board regarding factors influencing the salary requested for the County Sheriff position in 2026.
On a motion by Noska and second by Byers the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
2026 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 $134,599 in 2026.
Adjourn
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the meeting was adjourned by unanimous vote at 1:34 p.m.
On a motion by Becker and second by Denny, the preceding minutes of the Special County Board meeting held August 28, 2025 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on September 16, 2025.
/s/ on file: Bob Byers,
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 SEPT. 2, 2025
Public Comment
Greg Hansen expressed his support for the value of law enforcement’s service to the citizens of Todd County and throughout the state.
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 2nd day of September, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Byers. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. All Commissioners were present with Commissioner Neumann absent.
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.
Consent Agenda
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motions and resolution were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
To approve the Todd County Board of Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for August 19, 2025 as presented.
Accept Brandon Cline resignation effective 08/20/2025.
Accept Chet Hudalla resignation effective 08/20/2025.
Approve the resignation of Eligibility Worker Ryan Rhodes, effective August 22, 2025.
Approve the resignation of Resource Navigator/Interpreter Elizabeth Rodriguez Partida, effective September 5, 2025.
To approve the hire of Nicholas Katehis to fill the open Eligibility Worker position. Grade F/6, Step B, $26.18. Start date: TBD
To approve the hire of Ryan Rhodes to fill the open Social Worker Intern position.
GAMBLING PERMIT – NWTF STRUTTIN BLACKBEARDS
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the NWTF Struttin Blackbeards through this resolution;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the NWTF Struttin Blackbeards to hold a raffle event at the Little Sauk Legion in Little Sauk Township at the address of 16268 County 50, Long Prairie, MN on November 1, 2025.
Auditor-Treasurer
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: to approve the August 2025 Auditor Warrants number (ACH) 905269 through 905347 in the amount of $560,964.43 (Manual) 1113 through 1123 in the amount of $114,136.11 and (Regular) 244894 through 245031 in the amount of $1,373,327.02 for a total of $2,048,427.56.
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 404043 through 404064 in the amount of $39,634.45 and (Regular) 59171 through 59201 in the amount of $19,584.28 for a total of $59,218.73.
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion as introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Commissioner Warrants number (ACH) 806795 through 806822 and (Regular) 713339 through 713374 for a total of $73,539.84.
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous Roll Call vote: To approve the Health & Human Services SSIS Warrants number (ACH) 601777 through 601790 and (Regular) 518577 through 518599 for a total amount of $118,815.87.
On motion by Denny and second by Noska, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM COUNTY DITCH FUND TO GENERAL REVENUE FUND
WHEREAS, The County Ditch Authority has approved to have the hours worked by the County Ditch Inspector charged back to that ditch, and;
WHEREAS, the calculations have been made for the County Ditch Inspector’s time for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 per attached copy;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve the transfer of $5,005.00 from the Fund 40-County Ditch Fund to the Fund 01-General Revenue Fund per the attached list.
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To set the County Fee Schedule Public Hearing for October 7, 2025 to begin at 9:15 a.m. in the County Commissioners Board Room and instruct all appropriate legal notices be generated and published accordingly.
Public Works
On motion by Becker and second by Byers, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Set the 2025 Fall Road Meeting for November 6, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. at the Long Prairie Shop.
Long Prairie Hockey
Association
Agenda item 7.1 Long Prairie Hockey Association - Expo Building Access was tabled due to lack of representation present from the requesting organization.
Solid Waste
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Authorize Solid Waste Director to submit comments to the MPCA.
Health & Human Services
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the elimination of one PERA Phased Retirement Eligibility Worker position from the organizational chart.
Administration
On motion by Noska and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the elimination of the Coordinator On Aging Position, effective September 30, 2025.
On motion by Denny and second by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Approve the discontinuation of Rep. Payee Services effective December 31, 2025.
Finance Committee
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
FISCAL YEAR 2026 FUNDING REDUCTION TO THE NEW LONG PRAIRIE SHOP SAVINGS ACCOUNT
WHEREAS, on July 1st, 2014, the Todd County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution that created a dedicated savings account for the sole purpose of the construction of a new Long Prairie Public Works Shop with annual deposits funded at no less than a minimum of $200,000 annually until the construction of the new Long Prairie Shop is completed, and;
WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners adopted funding reductions for FY2015 via BA #20141202-11, FY2016 via BA #20151103-18 and FY2018 via BA #20170919-04 which reduced the annual funding for the Long Prairie Shop Savings Account for these years, and;
WHEREAS, on September 19, 2017, the Todd County Board of Commissioners adopted a restructuring of the funding plan for the future construction of a new Public Works Long Prairie Shop to include the resolve that future annual deposits be sourced from and remain within Fund 01-General Revenue at no less than a minimum of $219,000 annually until the construction of the new Long Prairie Public Works Shop is completed or other direction is passed by the County Board, and;
WHEREAS, during the preparation of the County’s Fiscal Year 2024 Budget it was approved that a reduction of the required annual savings deposit to $0 would be in the best interest of the county via BA #20231207-12, and;
WHEREAS, during the preparation of the County’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget it was approved that a reduction of the required annual savings deposit to $0 would be in the best interest of the county via BA #20240903-17, and;
WHEREAS, during the preparation of the County’s Fiscal Year 2026 Budget it was determined that reduction of the required annual savings deposit to $0 would be in the best interest of the county to reduce the overall financial impact to the County’s local levy.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby reduce the required annual $219,000 deposit to the New Long Prairie Shop Savings Account to $0 for Fiscal Year 2026 only.
On motion by Noska and second by Denny, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE 2026 PRELIMINARY LEVY
WHEREAS, the Laws of the State of Minnesota direct that the Todd County Board of Commissioners are required to approve by resolution a preliminary levy no later than September 30 annually, and;
WHEREAS, The Todd County Board of Commissioners have considered the financial situation of the County and had an opportunity to deliberate the levying of property taxes upon property owners within the County.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve the 2026 Preliminary Levy for Todd County, for property taxes payable in 2026 per table below, with the authority to reduce this levy before the final levy deadline of December 30th 2025.
Certified Levy
Program Aid Local Levy
General Revenue: 14,219,896.00; 2,018,099.00; 12,201,797.00
Road & Bridge: 2,262,357.00; 2,262,357.00
Human Services: 4,137,488.00; 4,137,488.00
Public Health: 282,945.00; 282,945.00
Comp Water: 5,360.00: 5,360.00
Regional Library: 362,537.00; 362,537.00
Bonded Indebtedness: 419,984.00; 419,984.00
County Fair: 20,000.00; 20,000.00
Parks & Trails: 25,000.00; 25,000.00
Total: 21,735,567.00; 2,018,099.00; 19,717,468.00.
On motion by Becker and second by Noska, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: to set the Truth in Taxation Hearing for December 2, 2025 to begin at 6:00 p.m. in the Todd County Commissioner’s Boardroom.
County Auditor-Treasurer’s Report
The County Auditor-Treasurer reported that the fall reporting season and truth in taxation calculation processes are in full swing.
County Coordinator’s Report
The County Coordinator reported that work has been focused on interviews and onboarding.
County Commissioner’s Report
The Commissioners reported on meetings and events attended.
Commissioner Becker attended the RTCC, Facilities, Solid Waste, Region V, Special Board meeting and upcoming AMC District Conference meetings.
Commissioner Denny has attended regular meetings and encouraged participation on the discussion of the Cannabis Ordinance proposals
Commissioner Noska has attended regular meetings and also encouraged community participation on the discussion of the Cannabis Ordinance proposals.
Commissioner Byers attended Opioid, Facilities. Sourcewell training, Personnel, Tri-Cap and Special Board meetings.
Recess
On motion by Becker and second by Denny, the meeting was recessed until September 16, 2025.
AUDITOR WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
CANOKA CO GOVERNMENT
CENTER $8,375.00
LONG PRAIRIE OIL
COMPANY 5,079.64
PAYCOM PAYROLL, LLC 5,209.17
PETERS LAW OFFICE,
P.A. 6,405.75
VERIZON 5,376.87
38 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 20,714.09
BARR ENGINEERING
COMPANY 2,371.00
BROWERVILLE TRUCKWASH/
BIG BOYZ 4,851.31
CARD SERVICES
COBORNS 3,944.43
CENTRA CARE 12,714.58
COUNTIES PROVIDING
TECHNOLOGY 8,006.00
FLEET SERVICES/WEX
BANK 8,202.99
HEALTH PARTNERS
DENTAL 8,389.24
HY-TEC
CONSTRUCTION 676,744.18
LAKES AREA
BLASTING 52,000.00
LITTLE BIRCH LAKE
ASSOCIATION 2,139.55
LONG PRAIRIE SANITATION
INC 11,144.34
MADDEN GALANTER
HANSEN, LLP 4,655.85
MN DEPT OF FINANCE 9,265.00
MORRISON COUNTY 38,031.34
POPE DOUGLAS SOLID WASTE
MANAGEMENT 23,501.22
PRAIRIE LAKES MUNICIPAL
SOLID WASTE AUTH 93,473.61
SHIRLEY’S GAS &
GROCERIES INC 3,943.62
STEP 12,314.38
TODD CO AUD-TREAS 9,509.50
VOYANT COMMUNICATIONS,
LLC 3,380.08
WEST CENTRAL TECH
SERVICE AREA 7,702.62
33 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 15,876.80
AITKIN COUNTY 4,757.41
CARDMEMBER
SERVICE 2,502.92
CTC 5,300.90
GALLAGHER BENEFIT
SERVICES INC 2,000.00
IDEAL CONSTRUCTION
LLC 6,550.00
JS EVENT RENTAL 2,242.50
MINNESOTA POWER 16,605.70
PRO-TAINER INC 37,365.00
THIELEN/MARK AND
LOU ANN 14,228.79
WATERGUARDS LLC 29,516.25
47 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 19,721.56
EBSO INC 308,577.00
FRANKLIN OUTDOOR ADVERTISING
COMPANY 5,717.00
JENKINS IRON & STEEL
INC 35,680.00
KNIFE RIVER CORP 5,898.78
LAKES AREA
BLASTING 20,000.00
NORTH AMERICAN
TRAILER 250,484.00
TOWER GARDEN LLC 2,770.00
TWARDOWSKI EXCAVATING
INC 7,400.00
WEST CENTRAL REG
JUVENILE CTR 26,954.00
WEX BANK-SINCLAIR 2,381.71
25 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 13,752.20
SCHOOL DISTRICT #213 7,644.86
SCHOOL DISTRICT
#2170 ,575.53
SCHOOL DISTRICT
#2753 4,653.80
SCHOOL DISTRICT
#787 11,801.62
TOWN OF BIRCHDALE 2,654.65
TOWN OF GORDON 3,676.49
TOWN OF WARD 2,747.16
TOWN OF WEST UNION 2,539.96
20 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 10,269.50
US BANK 7,108.64
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 3,069.00
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 97,309.32
MN DEPT OF REVENUE 3,058.00
8 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 3,591.15
TOTAL: $2,048,427.56
COMMISSIONERS WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
LONG PRAIRIE LEADER 2,448.00
METAL CULVERTS INC. 26,795.20
OLSON’S TRUCK & TRACTOR
SER 3,607.50
SUMMIT COMPANIES 2,386.00
ZIEGLER INC 4,147.61
48 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 19,834.42
Total: $59,218.73
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES WARRANTS
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
GREATER MN FAMILY
SRVS INC 2,928.80
MCIT 10,000.00
RURAL MN CEP INC 15,755.57
TODD COUNTY AUDITOR
TREASURER 15,096.10
51 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 17,294.89
TODD COUNTY MONEY
MANAGEMENT 8,000.00
8 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 4,464.48
Total: $73,539.84
VENDOR NAME $ AMOUNT
D180 DEGREES INC 2,264.92
GREATER MN FAMILY
SRVS INC 5,248.50
LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICE
OF MN - ST PAUL 6,772.22
MERIDIAN SERVICES INC 2,156.01
NORTH HOMES CHILDRENS
& FAMILY SERVICES 34,702.02
NORTHWOD CHILDRENS
SERVICES 8,879.64
RESOURCE TRAINING &
SOLUTIONS 4,446.00
VILLAGE RANCH INC 30,117.13
WEST CENTRAL REG
JUVENILE CTR 8,098.00
WILSON/KATHLEEN 2,068.65
27 PAYMENTS LESS
THAN $2,000 14,062.78
Total: $118,815.87
On a motion by Becker and second by Denny, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held September 2, 2025 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on September 16, 2025.
Witness my hand and seal:
/s/ on file: Bob Byers,
County Board Chairperson
/s/ on file: Denise Gaida,
Todd County Auditor-Treasurer
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ISD #2170
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
August 18, 2025
6:00 p.m.
District Office
MINUTES
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by Chair Freeman at 6:00 p.m.
Roll Call was taken, members Wright, Frisk, Reeck, Trout, Reese and Freeman were present, comprising a quorum. Also present were Superintendent Tappe, Principal Koenigs, Principal Ferdon, AD Ahrendt, Staples World Managing Editor Anderson, Recording Clerk Larson and Staples-Motley staff members. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
Motion by Reeck, second by Reese, to approve the addition of item 3i to the agenda and addition of a donation on item 4a. MC
Motion by Wright second by Freeman, to adopt the agenda. MC
Chair Freeman recognized those in attendance.
Consent Agenda
Approve minutes from the July 28, 2025 board meeting
Approve the resignation of:
Marly Simmons, HS Math Teacher, Cross Country Coach and Track and Field Coach
Angie Tyrrell, Elementary Paraprofessional
Michael Hager, Elementary Paraprofessional
Amanda Keplin, MS/HS Paraprofessional
Francesca Hanson, Elementary Paraprofessional
Debra Eagle Tail, Elementary Paraprofessional
Rebecca Gonzalez, Assistant Volleyball Coach
Tony Schotzko, JH Football Coach
Jace Thompson, JH Football Coach
Approve the 2025-2026 Community Education License agreement with Josh Lee
Approve the hire of:
Kristi Odden, Elementary Special Education Teacher
Melissa Wright, FTE increase from .62 to .5 Elementary Special Education and .5 ECSE Teacher
Jessica Williams, Elementary Paraprofessional
Amanda Keplin, MS/HS .5 Special Education Teacher and .5 FACS Teacher
Taylor Miller, Elementary Paraprofessional
Tina Mitts, .5 FACS Teacher
Carl Larson, Assistant Football Coach
Steve Jennissen, Assistant Football Coach
Kevin Trierweiler, JH Football Coach
TJ Rutten, JH Football Coach
Becky Thorne, JH Volleyball Coach
Katie Dolezal, Elementary Paraprofessional
Approve the FMLA request from Allison Vangsness, MS/HS Teacher
Approve the 2025/2026 contract with SVL
Approve the 2025-2026 contract with CTC
Approve the Fundraiser request from ISC - Middle School Student Council
Approve the 25/26 Contract with The Vintage Golf Course.
Motion by Frisk, second by Trout, to approve the consent agenda. MC
Donations and In-Kind Contributions
Motion by Frisk, second by Reese, to approve the Resolution to accept Grants and Donations in the amount of $13,510.32. MC
Finance Items
Financial Report by Business Manager Hill
Approve the July disbursements
General Fund: $862,396.29
Food Service: $7,276.05
Community Service: $14,090.59
Construction Fund: $94,498.00
Debt Service: $326,240.00
Fund 21 Student Activities: -$14.99
Fund 45: $ 0.00
Motion by Reeck, second by Trout, to approve the July disbursements. MC
Approve the July receipts
General Fund: $528,491.30
Food Service: $ 33,271.76
Community Service: $17,036.53
Construction Fund: $84,690.73
Debt Service: $ 112,399.20
Fund 21 Student Activities: $ 873.00
Fund 45: $0.00
Motion by Wright, second by Frisk, to approve the July receipts. MC
Cabinet
Presentation
-by Buildings and Grounds Director Peterson
Personnel
Motion by Reeck, second by Frisk, to approve the addition of a .62 FTE School Readiness Teacher for the 2025/2026 school year. MC
Curriculum / Policy
(Policy Committee Minutes 8-5-2025)
Approve the following MSBA policies with minimal changes.
414 – Mandated Reporting of Child Neglect or Physical or Sexual Abuse
418 – Drug Free Workplace and Drug Free School
501 - School Weapons Policy
503 – Attendance Policy
515 – Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records
515F – Protection and Privacy of Pupil Records Form
516 – Student Medication
516.5 – Overdose Medication
524 – Internet, Technology, and Cell Phone Acceptable Use and Safety
534 – School Meals Policy
621 – Read Act
704 - Fixed Assets
709 – Student Transportation Safety
806 – Crisis Management Policy
Motion by Reese, second by Wright to approve the MSBA policies with minimal changes. MC
Motion by Trout, second by Frisk, to approve the 2025/2026 MS/HS Handbook. MC
Motion by Freeman, second by Wright to approve the 2025/2026 Elementary Handbook. MC
Reports
School Board:
Freshwater - none
Sourcewell - none
Elementary Principal report by Principal Koenigs
Middle/High School Principal report by Principal Ferdon
Activities/Community Ed Director - CEAC Minutes 8-14-2025 and report by AD/CE Director Ahrendt
SMEA - Report by Representative Evans
Superintendent report by Superintendent Tappe
Motion by Reeck, second by Reese, to move into Closed Session for Superintendent performance review and discussion as permitted by MN Statute, section 13D.05, subdivision 3(a). MC
Motion by Wright, second by Reese, to call the Closed Session to order. MC
Motion by Reeck, second by Reese, to reconvene in Open Session. MC
Motion by Frisk, second byTrout, to adjourn the meeting at 7:04 p.m. MC
Trisha Larson, Clerk
ISD #2170
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Upcoming Meetings: Mon., Oct. 6, 2025: Board Work Session, District Office, 6 p.m.
NOTICE
EVERGREEN HILL CEMETERY MEETING
Evergreen Hill Cemetery, Staples, will hold a meeting at 5 p.m., Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at the Mausoleum.
Following the meeting a fall clean-up of the cemetery will be held. Flowers must be maintained in an attractive manner or they will be removed. If you wish to save your decorations, please remove before Oct. 14.
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TODD COUNTY
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
2026 COUNTY FEE SCHEDULE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners (the “Board”) of Todd County, Minnesota (the “County”), will hold a public hearing of the Board beginning at 9:15 a.m., on October 7, 2025, to be held at the Todd County Historic Courthouse, 215 1st Ave. South, Long Prairie, Minnesota, to solicit public input in order to determine the 2026 County Fee Schedules for the County Departments including but not limited to: Administration, Attorney, Assessor, Auditor-Treasurer, Environmental Health, GIS/MIS, Health & Human Services, Planning & Zoning, Public Works, Recorder, Sheriff and Solid Waste (Transfer Station).
The proposed 2026 County Fee Schedule is available on the Todd County website at https://www.co.todd.mn.us/ and at the Todd County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office, located at 215 1st Avenue South, Suite 201 Long Prairie, MN during regular business hours.
All interested persons are invited to attend the hearing in-person or submit written testimony prior to the hearing date. Written testimony submissions should be directed to the County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office, 215 1st Avenue South, Suite 201 Long Prairie, MN 56347 or by email to clerk@co.todd.mn.us. Individuals requiring accommodations should contact the County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office prior to the date of the public hearing by calling 320-732-4414..
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COUNTY
COMMISSIONERS OF TODD COUNTY,
MINNESOTA
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Denise Gaida, County
Auditor/Treasurer
Clerk to the County Board
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