Public Notices June 7, 2018

NOTICE 

WADENA COUNTY FRIENDLY RIDER TRANSIT

229 Harry Rich Dr.

Wadena, MN  56482

218-631-5730

 

Notice is hereby given that on Sunday, July 1, 2018 Wadena County Friendly Rider Transit will end the New Service Expansion Route from Wadena, MN to Brainerd, MN.

 

Randy Jahnke

Wadena County Transit Director

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NOTICE

Todd-Wadena Community Corrections EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

 

Todd-Wadena Community Corrections Executive Committee will meet Monday, June 11, 2018 at 4:30 p.m., at the Todd County Courthouse, 221 First Avenue South, Suite 200, Long Prairie, Minnesota.

 

Curtis Bryniarski

Administrative Assistant

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NOTICE TO THE RESIDENTS OF REGION FIVE

 

PUBLIC HEARING 

 

There will be a public hearing held Thursday, June 21, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.  at SourceWell (formerly known as National Joint Powers Alliance), 202 12th Street NE, Staples, MN 56479.

Public comment and review of FISCAL YEAR 2019 WORK PROGRAM AND BUDGET.

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NOTICE

CITY OF STAPLES NOTICE OF 

PUBLIC HEARING

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

 

NOTICE the Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Staples will conduct a public hearing at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, June 18, 2018 at the Staples City Hall located at 122 6th Street NE to receive public input regarding the 2018 Comprehensive Plan. A copy of the plan is available on the City website at staples.govoffice.com or contact Melissa Radermacher at 218-514-5003. 

All interested persons are invited to attend the hearing and be heard on this important matter or submit written comments to the City Clerk prior to the hearing.

 

Dated: June 7, 2018

 

Diane Archer, City Clerk

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Notice of Mail Ballot Procedures

 

Primary Election

 

These procedures shall be applicable to the Primary Election to be held in Todd County on August 14, 2018.

The election will be conducted by mail in the following precinct:

City of Swanville

All voters in this precinct who are registered by the 21st day before the election (July 24, 2018) will be mailed a ballot.

The County Auditor of Todd County no earlier than forty-six (46) days and no later than fourteen (14) days before the date of the election will mail the ballots. The ballot will be addressed to the voter at the voter’s residence as shown on the registration file unless the voter requests, in writing, an absentee ballot that will be mailed to the voter at a different address.

A voter who is not registered to vote in the district on the 21st day before the election may submit, by mail or in person, an application for absentee ballot to the County Auditor of Todd County and receive voter registration forms and an absentee ballot for the election.

Mail or absentee ballots must be received by the County Auditor of Todd County by mail or in person no later than 8:00 p.m. on August 14. The ballot must be returned in the ballot secrecy envelope and return envelope provided by the County Auditor.  The voter and the voter’s witness must complete the mail voter’s certificate on the return envelope. The voter may bring his/her blank ballot and envelopes to the Auditor’s Office to have a staff member serve as a witness if they do not have a witness.

An assistive voting device will be available at the Todd County Auditor’s Office to permit persons with disabilities to bring their blank ballot to the courthouse to vote privately and independently. This system will be available for public demonstration in the Auditor’s Office beginning June 29. The Auditor’s Office is open weekdays 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Todd County Historic Courthouse on the day of the election. The ballots will be counted at the Todd County Main Street Government Center in Long Prairie, Minnesota, after 8:00 p.m.

Additional information concerning this election may be received from the Todd County Auditor/Treasurer’s Office at 215 1st Ave. S #201, Long Prairie, Minnesota  56347, by telephone at 320-732-4414, or by e-mail at elections@co.todd.mn.us.

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Todd County BOARD OF COMMISSIONERs April 3, 2018

 

MINUTES 

 

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 April, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Neumann. The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance. Commissioner Erickson was absent.

Approval of Agenda

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote. To approve the agenda as presented with the removal of item 5.6 Recruit Deputy Auditor/Treasurer and 11.1 Approve the County Coordinator Job Description Changes until the full board is present.

Consent Agenda

On motion by Becker and seconded by Kircher, the following motions and resolutions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

To approve the Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for March 20, 2018 as presented.

GAMBLING PERMIT - LITTLE BIRCH LAKE ASSOCIATION

WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the Little Birch Lake Association through this resolution;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the Little Birch Lake Association to hold a raffle at the Diamond Point Supper Club in Birchdale Township at the address 12818 Bayview Drive, Sauk Centre, MN on September 15, 2018.

Auditor-Treasurer

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the March 2018 Auditor Warrants number (ACH) 9000003 in the amount of $5,600 and (Regular) 231450 through 231594 in the amount of $1,660,522.02 for a total of $1,666,122.02.

On motion by Becker and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number 48533 through 48626 in the amount of $34,697.20.

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Warrants number 513689 through 513713 in the amount of $24,302.83 and warrants number 702373 through 702549 in the amount of $75,986.92.

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve acknowledgement of Benson Air Ag, Inc. of Benson, MN for spraying of tent worms in Todd County in the Calendar year 2018 along with the Public shall be notified within 48 hours prior to spraying.

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM GENERAL FUND TO TODD COUNTY 

DEVELOPMENT 

CORPORATION FUND

WHEREAS, The 2018 Budget for Todd County’s support to Todd County Development Corporation has been approved at $65,200; and

WHEREAS, a letter was received from the Todd County Development Corporation 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 $65,200 from the General Fund to the Todd County Development Corporation Fund.

Hands of Hope Resource Center

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS’ RIGHTS WEEK

APRIL 8-14, 2018

WHEREAS, Americans are the victims of more than 20 million crimes each year, affecting individuals, and communities;

WHEREAS, years of investment in crime victims’ rights and services have developed a system of victim response that can help victims recover from crime;

WHEREAS, reaching and serving all victims of crime is essential to supporting thriving communities, because those who receive holistic services and support are more likely to remain invested in their communities;

WHEREAS, dedicated victim service providers are working every day to meet the needs of crime victims, yet there are still too many victims without meaningful access to rights and services;

WHEREAS, many victims face barriers - such as isolation, distrust of authorities, language limitations, lack of transportation, or cultural barriers - that keep them from accessing the services and criminal justice systems that can help them recover from crime;

WHEREAS, we must make a dedicated effort to expand the circle of those prepared to respond to victims and link the to the resources that can help them recover;

WHEREAS, engaging a broader array of health care providers, community leaders, faith organizations, educators, and businesses can provide new links between victims and services that improve their safety, healing, and access to justice;

WHEREAS, National Crime Victims’ Rights Week provides an opportunity to recommit to ensuring that all victims of crime - especially those who are challenging to reach or serve - are afforded their rights and receive a trauma-informed response; and

WHEREAS, Hands of Hope Resource Center is hereby dedicated to strengthening victims and survivors in the aftermath of crime, building resilience in our communities and our victim responders, and working for justice for all victims and survivors.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners do hereby proclaim the week of April 8-14, 2018 as Crime Victims’ Rights Week

And reaffirm Todd County’s commitment to creating a victim service and criminal justice response that assists all victims of crime during Crime Victims’ Rights Week and throughout the year; and to express our sincere gratitude and appreciation for those community members, victim service providers, and criminal justice professionals who are committed to improving our response to all victims of crime so that they may find relevant assistance, support, justice, and peace.

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Kircher, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

2018 SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION

WHEREAS, the board of commissioners and Hands of Hope resource Center work jointly towards making every home and community in Todd County safe, and;

WHEREAS, the voices of those who have been victimized by sexual assault must be heard through public awareness and education activities, and;

WHEREAS, in 2017, Hands of Hope Resource Center served 90 new victims of sexual assault, 29 of those victims were children, more than double the number of children served in 2016, 29 were adult victims, and the remaining 32 were secondary victims, moms, dads, siblings, friends and extended family members, which is also double 2016 numbers. The bulk of these 90 victims are constituents of this county board. One other frightening factor we need to remember, is that over 60 percent of sexual assaults are never reported, and;

WHEREAS, over three fourths of these assaults are committed by someone that is known to the victim, and often times takes place either in the victim’s home or within a mile of that home, and nearly half of all sexual assaults are happening to our children under 18 years of age, and;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners join Hands of Hope Resource Center in encouraging all Todd County residents to become a part of the solution to eliminate sexual violence in our county, and;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners, does hereby proclaim April 2018 as Sexual Assault Awareness Month and urge folks to speak out if they see or hear something going on, call law enforcement, reach out to victims, learn more about this crime, and join those who are already speaking out. Working together, we can support victims and make a difference. We never know when the next victim will be our child, grandchild or brother or sister.

Emergency Management

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To close the Justice Center for training on August 8, 2018 for the hours of 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. to the public.

Public Works

On motion by Becker and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

AWARD OF 

CONSTRUCTION 

CONTRACT FOR 2018 BITUMINOUS 

HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

WHEREAS, sealed bids were received on March 21, 2018 by the Todd County Public Works Director for SAP 077-609-009, SAP 077-614-019, CP 18:76, CP 18:77, and CP 77-18-01, said projects for bituminous highway construction work at various locations in Todd County, and;

WHEREAS, the following sealed bids were received:

Tri-City Paving, Little Falls, Minnesota: $3,607,639.32

Mark Sand & Gravel, Fergus Falls, Minnesota: $3,747,677.85

Anderson Brothers Construction, Brainerd, Minnesota: $3,878,657.52

Central Specialties, Inc., Alexandria, Minnesota: $3,886,499.03

Knife River Corporation, Sauk Rapids, Minnesota: $4,327,602.35

Duininck Construction, Prinsburg, Minnesota: $5,020,712.30

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby accept and award the contract for the above said construction projects to Tri-City Paving of Little Falls, Minnesota based on their low bid of $3,607,639.32.

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

AWARD OF 

CONSTRUCTION 

CONTRACT FOR  2018 GRAVEL SURFACING CONSTRUCTION 

PROJECT

WHEREAS, sealed bids were received on March 27, 2018 by the Todd County Public Works Director for CP 18:80, said project for gravel surfacing construction work on County Road 80 in Todd County, and;

WHEREAS, the following sealed bids were received:

Braaten Aggregate, Bertha, Minnesota: $58,291.

Central Specialties, Inc., Alexandria, Minnesota: $59,924.

Hard Rock Screening, LLC, Little Falls, Minnesota: $62,764.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby accept and award the contract for the above said construction projects to Braaten Aggregate of Bertha, Minnesota based on their low bid of $58,291.

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

AWARD OF 

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR 2018 DUST CONTROL 

PROJECT

WHEREAS, sealed bids were received on March 27, 2018 by the Todd County Public Works Director for CP 77-18-08, said project for dust control on various Todd County Highways, and;

WHEREAS, the following sealed bids were received:

Northern Salt, Inc. Forest Lake, Minnesota: $110,811.82

Tri City Paving, Little Falls, Minnesota: $113,345.98

EnviroTech Services, Greeley, Colorado: $118,529.48

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby accept and award the contract for the above said construction project to Northern Salt, Inc. of Forest Lake, Minnesota based on their low bid of $110,811.82.

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

AWARD OF 

CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR 2018 PAVEMENT MARKING PROJECT

WHEREAS, sealed bids were received on March 27, 2018 by the Todd County Public Works Director for CP 77-18-03, said project for pavement markings on various Todd County highways, and;

WHEREAS, the following sealed bids were received:

Traffic Marking Service, Inc., Maple Lake, Minnesota: $44,839.50

AAA Striping Service Co., Saint Michael, Minnesota: $45,882.28

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby accept and award the contract for the above said construction project to Traffic Marking Service, Inc. of Maple Lake, Minnesota based on their low bid of $44,839.50.

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR 2018 HSIP 

PAVEMENT 

STRIPING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS

WHEREAS, sealed bids were received on March 27th, 2018 by the Todd County Public Works Director for SP 077-070-009 and SP 077-070-010, said projects for 6” wide latex edge lines and 6” wide ground-in wet reflective epoxy edge lines located on various highways in Todd County, and;

WHEREAS, the following sealed bids were received:

Traffic Marking Services, Inc., Maple Lake, Minnesota: $359,571.86

AAA Striping Service Co., Saint Michael, Minnesota: $388,336.37

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners does hereby accept and award the contract for the above said construction projects to Traffic Marking Services, Inc. of Maple Lake, Minnesota based on their low bid of $359,571.86.

Great River Regional Library

Karen Pundsack, Cathy Perish and Jennifer Shattuck provided the County Board with a presentation of the 2017 Great River Regional Library activities.

Health & Human Services

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: Write off a total amount of $1,394.88 for uncollectable debts for years 2010 - 2017.

MIS Dept

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To accept the rebranded logo for Todd County as presented.

Auditor-Treasurer’s Report

The Auditor-Treasurer reported on current projects including CLA audit progression, 2018 Tax Statement release, and Finance Committee report.

Commissioner’s Report

The Commissioners reported on the meetings that they had attended.

Coordinator’s Report

The Coordinator reported on the meetings attended and projects in-progress including current recruitments, solid waste transition, and training opportunity via extension dept.

Recess

Commissioner Neumann recessed the meeting until April 17, 2018.

 

AUDITORs WARRANTS

Vendor Name $ Amount

CITY OF 

   EAGLE BEND $7,726.12 

CITY OF 

   LONG PRAIRIE 3,062.49 

CITY OF STAPLES 4,212.89 

MN DEPT OF FINANCE 5,845.26 

SCHOOL DIST 2170 41,170.48 

SCHOOL DIST 2753 10,298.52 

SCHOOL DIST 787 14,670.93 

TOWN OF 

   BURNHAMVILLE 2,428.46 

TOWN OF FAWN LAKE 10,303.31 

TOWN OF HARTFORD 6,473.86 

TOWN OF MORAN 8,269.39 

8 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 2,851.03 

ACTIVE911 2,530.00 

COMPUTER PROS 5,015.00 

LONG PRAIRIE OIL CO 4,414.08 

LONG PRAIRIE 

   SANITATION INC 4,355.61 

PETERS LAW OFF., P.A. 3,706.00 

26 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 12,202.16 

AMERICAN HERITAGE 

   BANK 27,290.27 

CARD SERVICES 

   COBORNS 2,958.08 

CLIFTON LARSON

   ALLEN, LLP 2,000.00 

COUNTRYSIDE REST 6,400.80 

FLEET SERVICES/

   WEX BANK 5,668.76 

MINNESOTA POWER 

   & LIGHT 9,144.06 

MN DEPT OF FINANCE 5,167.00 

MORRISON COUNTY 11,924.90 

Prairie Lakes Muni 

   Solid Waste Auth 74,340.00 

STEP 3,916.38 

STREAMWORKS 5,600.00 

WONDERLICH/

   SCOTT A 6,290.25 

31 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 17,470.05 

AMERICAN 

   HERITAGE 10,714.78 

GALLAGHER BENEFIT 

   SERVICES INC 2,400.00 

GREAT RIVER 

   REGIONAL LIBRARY 86,101.25 

MADDEN GALANTER 

   HANSEN, LLP 4,166.80 

MINNESOTA POWER 

   & LIGHT 8,158.51 

REGENTS OF THE 

   UNIV OF MN 33,186.57 

SHI CORP 4,463.00 

25 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 9,439.94 

CENTERPOINT 

   ENERGY 6,163.52 

CLARISSA BALLROOM 2,699.83 

TODD CO AUDITOR-

   TREASURER 1,156,465.27 

VERIZON 3,028.90 

VOYANT COMMS, LLC 3,496.42 

16 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 7,931.09 

Total $1,666,122.02

 

commissioners WARRANTS

Vendor Name $ Amount

BIG STONE 

   THERAPIES, INC. $2,760.81 

STREICHER’S 3,047.49 

ZIEGLER INC 2,029.27 

91 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 26,859.63 

Total $34,697.20 

 

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Vendor Name $ Amount

DHS - MSOP - MN SEX 

   OFFENDER PROG $5,208.00 

DHS - ST PETER RTC - 472 7,308.00 

DHS - SWIFT 2,189.47 

V#15418 - COST EFF 

   HEALTH INS 3,169.75 

ITEN FUNERAL 

   HOME - BROWERVILLE 3,385.00 

V#15315 - COST EFF 

   HEALTH INS 2,183.64 

171 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 52,543.06 

Total $75,986.92 

 

Vendor Name $ Amount

MID MINNESOTA 

   DRUG TESTING INC $3,735.00 

NORTH HOMES  CHILD.

   & FAMILY SRVS 7,725.76 

NORTH. PINES MENTAL

   HLTH CTR INC 3,688.00 

PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 9,154.07 

Total $24,302.83 

 

On a motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held April 3, 2018 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on April 17, 2018.

 

Witness my hand and seal:

 

Randy Neumann, 

Todd County Board 

Chairperson

 

Denise Gaida, Todd County

Auditor-Treasurer

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Todd County 

Board of 

Commissioners 

April 17, 2018

 

MINUTES 

 

Public Comment

Dean Schultes, Lake Latimer Association, Roger Dukowitz, and Roger Zastrow, Todd County Farm Bureau addressed their concerns to the County Board in regards to concerns related to the proposed amendment to the Planning and Zoning Ordinance. Steve Gaugert addressed concerns to the County Board in regards to concerns related to the proposed Aldrich Amish Cemetery preliminary plat.

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 17th day of April, 2018 at 9:00 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 seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote. To approve the agenda as presented.

Consent Agenda

On motion by Erickson and secondedby Kneisl, the following motions and resolutions were introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

To approve the Commissioner’s Meeting Minutes for April 3, 2018 as presented.

GAMBLING PERMIT - HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL

WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the Holy Family School through this resolution;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the Holy Family School to hold a raffle at the Diamond Point Supper Club in Birchdale Township at the address 12818 Bayview Drive, Sauk Centre, MN on August 10, 2018.

GAMBLING PERMIT - ST MARY OF 

MT CARMEL

WHEREAS, the Todd County Board of Commissioners are establishing their approval for a Gambling Permit for the St Mary of Mt Carmel through this resolution;

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Todd County Board of Commissioners approve a Gambling Permit for the St Mary of Mt Carmel to hold a raffle at the Thunder Lodge in Long Prairie Township at the address 22056 US 71, Long Prairie, MN on April 20, 2018.

Auditor-Treasurer

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Commissioner Warrants number 48627 through 48722 in the amount of $59,481.31.

On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Health & Human Services Warrants number 513714 through 513785 in the amount of $132,711.28 and warrants number 702550 through 702564 in the amount of $50,512.61.

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Becker, the following resolution was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote:

TRANSFER OF FUNDS FROM GENERAL FUND TO TODD WADENA COMMUNITY 

CORRECTIONS FUND

WHEREAS, The 2018 Budget for Todd County’s support to Todd Wadena Community Corrections has been approved at $388,160; 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 $388,160 from the General Fund to the Todd Wadena Community Corrections Fund.

On motion by Becker and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To accept the Sales Order Agreement from KnowInk for the 2018 election equipment purchases outlined by the Todd County Election Equipment Plan of the Electronic Pollbooks in the amount of $16,893.50.

On motion by Becker and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by majority vote with Kircher voting against: To approve the request to recruit and hire a Deputy Auditor/Treasurer to fill the position vacated due to the promotion within the Todd County Auditor-Treasurer’s Office.

Public Works

On motion by Erickson and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the attached proposal from Widseth Smith Nolting for the expo building renovation study.

Solid Waste

On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the Spring Solid Waste Committee Meeting to be held on May 2, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. at the Todd County Transfer Station.

Planning & Zoning

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Kneisl, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To deny the request by Latimer Lake Association to amend Section 7.11 of the Planning and Zoning Ordinance based on the findings presented by staff.

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To grant the request to rezone parcels 05-0011800 and 05-0012200 without conditions.

On motion by Becker and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To grant the CUP for an additional home for parcel #19-0011300 as requested with conditions assigned by Planning Commission.

On motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To send the request for the preliminary plat named Aldrich Amish Cemetery on parcel #01-0027300 with conditions back to the Planning Commission for further information gathering and review.

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To grant the subdivision for a preliminary plat named Leevilla Townsite First Addition with conditions recommended by the Planning Commission.

Health & Human Services

On motion by Kircher and seconded by Becker, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve notification to the Minnesota Department of Commerce, Todd County’s intent to administer and deliver the Energy Assistance Program for Federal Fiscal Year 2019.

Administration

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Erickson, the following motion was introduced and adopted by unanimous vote: To approve the change to the County Coordinator job description and invoice Solid Waste for costs.

Auditor-Treasurer’s Report

The Auditor-Treasurer reported on current projects including the Annual Township Meeting, Tax Forfeited Land Auction summary, CLA audit status, and the update of no M1PR volunteer availability this tax season.

Commissioner’s Report

The Commissioners reported on the meetings that they had attended.

Coordinator’s Report

The Coordinator reported on the meetings attended and projects in-progress including current recruitments, meetings with Ottertail County Solid Waste, rock wall grant progress, and a meeting with Todd County HRA.

Adjourn

On motion by Kneisl and seconded by Becker, the meeting was adjourned for the month of April, 2018.

 

commissioners WARRANTS

Vendor Name $ Amount

ALL STATE COMMS $ 2,500.00 

CARGILL SALT DIV 8,184.24 

CENTRAL STATES 

  WIRE PROD INC 2,121.65 

STAPLES WORLD 8,696.69 

WIDSETH SMITH 

   NOLTING INC 11,367.50 

91 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 26,611.23 

Total $59,481.31 

 

HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES

Vendor Name $ Amount

CREMATION SOCIETY 

   OF MN - Mpls $2,683.00 

DHS - SWIFT 6,237.74 

RURAL MN CEP INC 17,224.28 

SCHULLER FAMILY 

   FUNERAL - WADENA 3,500.00 

TODD COUNTY AUD-

   ITOR/ TREASURER 15,096.10 

WILLIAMS DINGMANN 

   FAMILY FUNERAL - LP 2,200.00 

9 PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 3,571.49 

Total $50,512.61 

 

Vendor Name $ Amount

#14524 $2,505.42 

#14813 2,128.46 

ANU FAMILY 

   SERVICES INC 5,245.80 

#14000 3,045.04 

#15336 2,419.04 

COMMUNITY AND 

   FAMILY SRVS LLC 2,703.67 

HEARTLAND GIRLS 

   RANCH 7,082.57 

HOLISTIC FAMILY 

   ED SRVS 4,078.40 

#12512 3,591.40 

#14655 3,310.18 

KINDRED FAMILY 

   FOCUS 9,609.29 

#12714 3,113.99 

LITTLE SAND GROUP 

   HOME 6,942.45 

LUTHERAN SOCIAL 

   SERV OF MN-ST PAU 2,768.92 

#10746 3,498.04 

MID MINNESOTA 

   DRUG TESTING INC 2,090.00 

PAKLONSKI/CHERYL 2,709.00 

#15286 3,869.42 

STEP 13,047.82 

VILLAGE RANCH INC 9,634.48 

WEST CENTRAL REG 

   JUVENILE CTR 3,479.17 

PAYMENTS LESS 

   THAN $2,000 35,838.72 

Total $132,711.28 

 

On a motion by Erickson and seconded by Kircher, the preceding minutes of the County Board meeting held April 17, 2018 were duly approved by unanimous vote at the Todd County Board of Commissioners at the Regular Board Meeting held on May 1, 2018.

 

Witness my hand and seal:

 

Randy Neumann, 

Todd County Board 

Chairperson

 

Denise Gaida, Todd County

Auditor-Treasurer

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