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MINUTES OF THE
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Government Services Center, Commissioners’ Room
515 W. Fir Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN
January 8, 2019
9:00 a.m.
Call to Order
The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners convened at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 8, 2019, at the
Government Services Center in Fergus Falls, MN, with Commissioners Wayne Johnson, Chair;
Doug Huebsch, Betty Murphy, John Lindquist and Lee Rogness present.
CY2019 Otter Tail County Board Chair
Board Clerk John Dinsmore requested nominations for the Otter Tail County Board Chair for 2019. A
nomination for Commissioner Doug Huebsch was offered by Lindquist and seconded by Johnson. Motion
by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to cease nominations and cast a unanimous ballot
to elect Chairman Doug Huebsch for 2019.
CY2019 Otter Tail County Board Vice-Chair
Chairman Doug Huebsch assumed the Chair’s seat and requested nominations for the Otter Tail County
Board Vice-Chair for 2019. A nomination for Commissioner Lee Rogness was offered by Lindquist and
seconded by Johnson. Motion by Johnson, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to cease
nominations and cast a unanimous ballot to elect Vice-Chair Lee Rogness for 2019.
Approval of Agenda
Chairman Huebsch called for approval of the Board Agenda. Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and
unanimously carried to approve the Board of Commissioners Agenda of January 8, 2019, with the following
additions:
Rural Rebound Initiative Update
Planning Commission Appointment
Consent Agenda
Motion by Rogness, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to approve Consent Agenda items as
follows:
1. December 18, 2018, Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Minutes
2. Warrants/Bills for January 8, 2019 (Exhibit A)
3. Human Services & Public Health Bills & Claims (Exhibit A)
4. Human Services Contract Renewals
5. Approve Issuance of Pawnbroker License for Minnesota Warehouse
Furniture, Erhard, MN
6. Approve Issuance of 2019 Tobacco License for Dalton Corner Store
7. Solid Waste Contract Affidavit
8. 2019 Solid Waste Haulers’ Licenses
Red River Valley Development Association
Don Bradow, RRVDA East Otter Tail County representative, presented a budget and explained the programs
supported by the Agency. The main theme is leadership focusing on emerging youth and agricultural
leaders. He requested representation from West Otter Tail County and 2019 funding allocations of $800.00
from both East and West OTC. Motion by Rogness to refer this budget request to the Finance Committee.
Motion withdrawn. Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to add an additional
$800 for the Red River Valley Development Association to be paid out of the Commissioners Contingency
Fund or a fund identified by the County Auditor-Treasurer.
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2019 Legislative Priorities
Administrator John Dinsmore submitted a document titled “2019 Public Policy Priorities” containing
legislative priorities from Otter Tail County, Association of Minnesota Counties (AMC), and Minnesota Inter-
County Association (MICA). Top priorities include broadband, mental health funding, and transportation.
Discussion took place regarding the “dark store” tax loopholes and regional trails and various funding
mechanisms. Commissioners requested the draft document be finalized and adopted at the next regular
Board meeting.
Community Development Agency (CDA) Appointments
Motion by Rogness, second by Murphy and carried, with Johnson abstaining, to appoint the following to the
Otter Tail County CDA Board authorized under M.S. 469.1082, Subd. 8:
Member Representation Terms Effective 01/01/2019
Doug Huebsch, OTC Chairman Commissioner 1 4 year
Lee Rogness, Commission District 5 Commissioner 2 1 year
David Schornack, Arvig District 1 5 years
Betsy Order, NYM City Council/EDA &
Cultural Center District 1 2 years
David Ripley, Ripley’s Inc. District 2 6 years
Dena Johnson, Pelican Rapids EDC,
Super Septic & Excavation District 2 3 years
Val Martin, City of Battle Lake District 3 1 year
Greg Swanberg, OT Township,
Homestead at Otter RV Park & Resort District 4 2 years
Jeff Ackerson, Vector Windows District 5 3 years
After the first term, all authority members shall be appointed for six-year terms.
Rural Rebound Initiative
Nick Leonard, Communications and External Relations Director, briefed the Board regarding the Otter Tail
County Rural Rebound Initiative which focuses on workforce recruitment. Demographic trends were
provided by the State demographer and the Board held a discussion about the types of data available to
assess program effectiveness and outcomes.
DEPOSITORY RESOLUTION
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 01
Upon a motion made by Johnson, seconded by Lindquist and unanimously carried, the following resolution
was adopted:
RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Otter Tail County, Minnesota, that all financial institutions in
Otter Tail County, including Credit Unions, State and Federal banks be and are hereby designated as
depositories of County funds.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 8th day of January 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: _________________________
By: __________________________________ Attest: _________________________
Douglas A. Huebsch, Board Chair John W. Dinsmore, Clerk
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INVESTMENTS RESOLUTION
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 02
Upon a motion made by Johnson, seconded by Murphy and unanimously carried, the following resolution
was adopted:
RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Otter Tail County, Minnesota, that the Otter Tail County
Auditor/Treasurer and the Otter Tail County Chief Deputy Treasurer be and is hereby given authority to
invest County funds as available.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 8th day of January 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: _________________________
By: __________________________________ Attest: _________________________
Douglas A. Huebsch, Board Chair John W. Dinsmore, Clerk
Transfer of Funds
Motion by Lindquist, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to approve an operating transfer from the
Capital Improvement Fund to the Road and Bridge Fund for the purpose of reimbursing the following
previously approved 2018 Budget Capital Expenditures:
Mack Granite 64Fr Tandem Axle Snow Plow Truck CIC201811 $263,504.10
Henning Salt Shed CIC201839 $ 91,770.33
Trimble GPS CIC201834 $ 33,372.18
Sign Shop Floor Repair/Coating CIC201845 $ 6,254.00
Grand Total For Reimbursement $394,900.61
Public Health Nuisance Abatement
Motion by Johnson, seconded by Murphy and unanimously carried, to certify against parcel no.
40-000-99-0368-000, which is described as Lot 9 Block 1 – Southside Addition to New York Mills and
currently owned by Merton D & Betty E Swenson, the Public Health Nuisance Abatement Costs incurred
under the provisions of Minnesota Statute 145A in the amount of $3,244.60 over 5 years with a 4% interest
rate beginning with Payable Year 2019.
Property/Casualty and Workers Compensation
Motion by Rogness, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried, to approve payment to the Minnesota
Counties Intergovernmental Trust (MCIT) for the following 2019 insurance coverage:
Invoice 17762R – Dated 01/01/2019 PC114019-1 Property/Casualty $409,976.00
Invoice 17762R – Dated 01/01/2019 WC114019-1 Workers Compensation $334,953.00
Invoice WCAUDIT282 – Dated 12/1/2018 Workers Compensation – 2017 Audit $ 16,945.00
Total Due Minnesota Counties Intergovernmental Trust - $761,874.00
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Board of Appeal & Equalization Dates
Motion by Murphy, seconded by Lindquist and unanimously carried, to convene the County Board of Appeal
and Equalization on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. and to reconvene the County Board of
Equalization for final action on Tuesday, June 25, 2019 (Minn. Stat. 274.14).
OFFICIAL WEBSITE – HIGHWAY PROJECT ADVERTISEMENTS
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2018 – 03
Upon a motion offered by Rogness, seconded by Johnson and unanimously carried, the following resolution
was adopted:
To Use Alternative Method To Disseminate Bids And Requests
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute §331A.03 Subd. 3(b) allows a county to use its website or recognized
industry trade journals as an alternative to disseminate solicitations of bids, requests for information and
requests for proposals;
NOW THEREFORE, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners hereby resolves:
BE IT RESOLVED, that from this day forward, the County of Otter Tail may continue to use the Otter Tail
County website, http://ottertailcountymn.us, as an alternative means to disseminate solicitations of bids,
requests for information, and requests for proposals for transportation related construction and maintenance
projects.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that any dissemination by alternative means must be in substantially the same
format and for the same period of time as a publication would otherwise be required under Minnesota Statute
§331A.03 Subd. 3.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 8th day of January 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: _________________________
By: __________________________________ Attest: _________________________
Douglas A. Huebsch, Board Chair John W. Dinsmore, Clerk
Website Designation
Motion was made by Lindquist, second by Rogness and unanimously carried, to designate the Otter Tail
County website as the official publication, as appropriate, for highway project advertisements for bids as
authorized by Minnesota Statute 331A.12 Subdivision 2.
2019 Printing and Publishing Awards
After consideration of bids submitted, a motion was made by Rogness, seconded by Lindquist and
unanimously carried, to designate the following papers for Otter Tail County’s 2019 publishing and printing
requirements with the exception of the official publication for highway project advertisements for bids, which
will be posted to the Otter Tail County website as appropriate and authorized by Minnesota Statute 331A.12
Subdivision 2:
Legal Notices, Publications and Commissioners’ Minutes:
Daily Journal $16.80 per S.A.U.
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Annual Financial Statement:
Citizen’s Advocate – Henning First Publication $17.15 per S.A.U.
Battle Lake Review – Battle Lake Second Publication $17.15 per S.A.U.
Delinquent Tax List:
Citizen’s Advocate – Henning First Publication $ 17.15 per S.A.U.
Citizen’s Advocate – Henning Second Publication $ 11.11 per S.A.U.
Calendar Year 2019 Delinquent Publication Fee
Motion by Johnson, seconded by Rogness, and unanimously carried to set the cost assessed to delinquent
real estate parcels, that are published in the Delinquent Tax List, at $60.00 per parcel. (Minnesota Statute
279.092).
Calendar Year 2019 Annual Appropriations
Motion by Lindquist, seconded by Rogness and unanimously carried, to authorize payment of the following
CY 2019 annual appropriations:
Annual Appropriation Approval Approved 2019
West Central Initiative (01704.6815) $20,000.00
West Otter Tail Fair Association (01505.6950) 26,000.00
East Otter Tail Fair Association (01505.6950 26,000.00
Otter Tail Lakes Country Association – OTC On ICE (01502.6950) 22,500.00
Minnesota Red River Valley Development Assoc. (01703.6804) 800.00
CALENDAR YEAR 2019 POCKET GOPHER BOUNTY RESOLUTION
(M.S. 348.12 AND 348.13)
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 04
Upon motion made by Johnson, seconded by Lindquist and unanimously carried, the following resolution
was adopted:
RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Otter Tail County, Minnesota, that
The sum of fifty cents ($.50) be paid out of the General Revenue Fund of Otter Tail County for every pocket
gopher killed in said County during the year 2018. Paid only in those cases where the township in which the
pocket gophers were so killed shall provide for the payment of at least an additional bounty of fifty cents
($.50) for each pocket gopher so killed.
RESOLVED further that said payment of such County shall be made by the County Auditor upon certificates
executed by the Chairman and/or Clerk of the Town Board of said Township setting forth that the township
had issued and delivered to each claimant a payment for at least one dollar ($1.00) for each pocket gopher
so killed.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 8th day of January 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: _________________________
By: __________________________________ Attest: _________________________
Douglas A. Huebsch, Board Chair John W. Dinsmore, Clerk
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CALENDAR YEAR 2019 TAX FORFEITED LAND SALE APPORTIONMENT RESOLUTION
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 05
Upon a motion made by Johnson, seconded by Murphy and unanimously carried, the following resolution
was adopted:
RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Otter Tail County, Minnesota, that
WHEREAS, it is provided in Minn. Stat. 282.05 for the apportionment of proceeds from the sale of tax
forfeited lands, and
WHEREAS, the County Auditor shall apportion the tax sale proceeds to the taxing district pursuant to Minn.
Stat. 282.08, and
WHEREAS, Minn. Stat. 282.08 (4) (b) provides that the County Board may set aside 20% of the proceeds
remaining after the value of public improvements, special assessments and bond issues levied on the
property have been paid, for acquisition and maintenance of county parks and recreational areas, and
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County has a park and recreational area, which would benefit by such an
apportionment.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Auditor retains 20% of the proceeds from the sale
of tax forfeited lands for acquisition and maintenance of parks and recreational areas from the proceeds to
be disbursed according to law.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 8th day of January 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: _________________________
By: __________________________________ Attest: _________________________
Douglas A. Huebsch, Board Chair John W. Dinsmore, Clerk
Credit Card Approved
Motion by Rogness, second by Johnson and unanimously carried to approve a county issued credit card,
having a 30-day limit, to Sethrena Noreen Simon, Recycling Manager, as requested by Solid Waste Director
Chris McConn.
Meeting Date Changed
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to change the January 15, 2019, County
Board meeting to Tuesday, January 22, 2019.
Recess & Reconvene
At 10:17 a.m., Chair Huebsch declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners
recessed for a short break. The meeting was reconvened at 10:24 a.m.
Life Saving Award Presentation
Sheriff Barry Fitzgibbons and Fergus Falls Fire Chief Ryan Muchow presented life saving awards to
Jacob Payson and Cameron Hanson for their heroic efforts rescuing a 65-year-old man who broke through
the ice on Wall Lake at about 10:30 p.m. on December 6, 2018. They were praised for their selfless actions.
The Civilian Life Saving Medal is the highest citizen award given by the Fergus Falls Fire Department.
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DONATION OF USED POLICE EQUIPMENT
TO LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 06
Upon a motion made by Lindquist, seconded by Murphy and unanimously carried, the following resolution
was adopted:
WHEREAS, The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office requests to donate used Police Style equipment to
organizations within the County to include local Police Departments and Fire Departments for official use;
and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute 465.03 requires a county to adopt via resolution in order to donate real or
personal property; and
WHEREAS, it is requested to donate the following items:
1-Stalker Radar to the New York Mills Police Department
1-Liberty Lightbar to the Fergus Falls Fire Department
1-Liberty Lightbar to the Pelican Rapids Fire Department
1-Soundoff Lightbar to the Perham Police Department
1-Soundoff Lightbar to the Bluffton Fire Department
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners does accept
the above described resolution to donate the above items to local agencies.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 8th day of January 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: _________________________
By: __________________________________ Attest: _________________________
Douglas A. Huebsch, Board Chair John W. Dinsmore, Clerk
2019 County Board Meeting Dates
Motion by Murphy, second by Johnson and unanimously carried approve the 2019 County Board meeting
dates as presented and attached as Exhibit B.
2019 Committee Appointments
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to approve the 2019 Committee
Assignments attached as Exhibit C.
County Meetings at the Capitol
County Day at the Capitol is scheduled February 13-14, 2019. County Lobbyist Sarah Psick will set up and
facilitate meetings with legislators. Motion by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to
approve Commissioners’ attendance at meetings at the capitol regarding County business.
Hazard Mitigation Planning
Emergency Manager Patrick Waletzko reported that the Hazard Mitigation Plan is scheduled for an update.
The intent is to identify actions/activities and projects to handle over the short and long period of time for a
variety of potential hazards and disasters. Mr. Waletzko identified the funding sources for this work and
indicated that this is a partnership with the State Department of Public Safety.
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RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PARTICIPATION IN PLANNING PROCESS
AND EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 07
Upon a motion made by Rogness, seconded by Johnson and unanimously carried, the following resolution
was adopted:
WHEREAS, the County of Otter Tail is participating in a hazard mitigation planning process as established
under the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000; and
WHEREAS, the Act establishes a framework for the development of a multi- jurisdictional hazard mitigation
plan; and
WHEREAS, the Act as part of the planning process requires public involvement and local coordination
among neighboring local units of government and business; and
WHEREAS, the county will lead the planning effort with the assistance of consultants and State of Minnesota
mitigation staff; and
WHEREAS, the county will provide staff and resources from departments related to mitigation, will facilitate
participation of jurisdiction within the county, and provide quarterly reporting on plan progress; and
WHEREAS, the plan must include a risk assessment including past hazards, hazards that threaten the
county, maps of hazards, an estimate of structures at risk, estimate of potential dollar losses for each hazard,
a general description of land uses and future development trends; and
WHEREAS, the plan must include a mitigation strategy including goals and objectives and an action plan
identifying specific mitigation projects and costs; and
WHEREAS, the plan must include a maintenance or implementation process including plan updates,
integration of plan into other planning documents and how the county will maintain public participation and
coordination; and
WHEREAS, the draft plan will be shared with the State of Minnesota and the Federal Emergency
Management Agency (FEMA) for coordination of state and federal review and comment on the draft; and
WHEREAS, approval of the all hazard mitigation plan will make the county eligible to receive Hazard
Mitigation Assistance grants as they become available; and
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County of Otter Tail will enter into an agreement with the
Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management in the Minnesota Department of Public Safety
for the program entitled Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA) for the update of the Otter Tail County Hazard
Mitigation plan. The Chair of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners is hereby authorized to execute
and sign such agreements and any amendments hereto as are necessary to implement the plan on behalf
of Otter Tail County.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 8th day of January 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: _________________________
By: __________________________________ Attest: _________________________
Douglas A. Huebsch, Board Chair John W. Dinsmore, Clerk
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Hazard Mitigation Assistance Agreement - Letter of Commitment of Funds
Motion by Johnson, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to authorize the appropriate County
Officials’ signatures to execute the grant agreement and Letter of Commitment of Funds to update the
Hazard Mitigation Assistance Agreement.
Out-of-State Travel
Motion by Johnson, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve out-of-state travel to Anniston,
Alabama for Patrick Waletzko, Emergency Management Director, and Ann Gibbs, PHN, to attend the Health
Care Coalition Response Leadership Course January 28, 2019 through February 1, 2019. This training is
funded through the Healthcare Preparedness Program Grant.
Breastfeeding Friendly Health Department Recognition
Holly Glaubitz, DOH Worksite Wellness Coordinator, presented the Breastfeeding Friendly Health
Department award to Otter Tail County Public Health. OTC Public Health was recognized at the silver level
demonstrating completion of seven steps in creating a breastfeeding friendly environment.
Minnesota Inter-County Association (MICA) Annual Meeting
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to authorize all Commissioners to attend
the 2019 MICA Annual Meeting in Northfield, MN, on January 16, 2019.
Planning Commission Reappointment
Motion by Lindquist, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to reappoint David Wass (District 3) on
the Planning Commission effective January 1, 2019, for a three-year term.
Reimbursement Research
Discussion took place regarding M.S. 372.47 regarding clarification of Commissioners’ reimbursements.
Motion by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to rescind the following December 18,
2018 motion, pending further research:
“Motion by Huebsch, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to approve a per diem on County
Board meeting days if the meeting is outside of the regular Board of Commissioners Agenda and
members must leave the meeting facility and attend an additional meeting.”
Recess & Reconvene
At 11:45 a.m., Chair Huebsch declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners
recessed for an Internal Services Committee meeting. The Board of Commissioners meeting was
reconvened at 12:00 p.m.
Sheriff Fitzgibbons
At noon, Judge Barbara Hanson administered the Oath of Office to new County Sheriff Barry Fitzgibbons.
Fitzgibbons took office January 7, 2019. He thanked his family and supporters and vowed to work diligently
for the citizens of Otter Tail County.
Adjournment
At 12:05 p.m., Chairman Huebsch declared the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners meeting
adjourned. The next Board meeting is scheduled at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, at the
Government Services Center in Fergus Falls, MN.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:
By: Attest:
Douglas A. Huebsch, Board Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
CB/kd
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Exhibit A, Page 1
WARRANTS APPROVED ON 01/08/2019
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Exhibit A, Page 2
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Exhibit A, Page 3
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Exhibit B, Page 1
2019 Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Schedule
All meetings are in the Government Services Center in Fergus Falls or otherwise designated
CY 2019 Month
County Board Meeting
Dates
County Board Start
Time
January 8-22-29
9:00 a.m.
February 5-12-26
9:00 a.m.
March
Mar/05
Location: Perham City Hall 4:00 p.m.
March 12-26
9:00 a.m.
April 2-9-23
9:00 a.m.
May 7-14-21
9:00 a.m.
June 4-11 9:00 a.m.
June
Jun/25
Henning Community Center
Finalize Board of Appeal &
Equalization 4:00 p.m.
July 16-30 9:00 a.m.
August 6-13-27 9:00 a.m.
September 10-24
9:00 a.m.
September
Sept/17
Location: Pelican Rapids
Library 4:00 p.m.
October 1-8-22
9:00 a.m.
November 5-19-26
9:00 a.m.
December
Dec/10
Location: GSC Fergus Falls
Truth In Taxation
Noon - 4:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
December 17
9:00 a.m.
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Exhibit C, Page 1
Internal Committees:
Community Services Division Committee: (Human
Services, Public Health, Probation, Veterans Service,
Extension)
Representation:
Doug Huebsch
Betty Murphy
Lee Rogness Alternate
John Dinsmore Director
Finance Division Committee: (Auditor, Treasurer) Day –
to-Day Budget/Audit, Investment, Capital Improvement
Representation:
Doug Huebsch
Wayne Johnson
John Lindquist Alternate
Wayne Stein Director
Annual Budget Committee – All Commissioners
Internal Services Division Committee:(Administration,
Facilities Operations, IT, Building, Courtroom Security,
Personnel, Technology, Emerg Mgmt/Safety)
Representation:
Lee Rogness
John Lindquist
Wayne Johnson Alternate
Nicole Hansen Director
Land Services Division Committee: (Assessor,
Recorder, Land Functions of Auditor, GIS)
Representation:
Betty Murphy
John Lindquist
Wayne Johnson Alternate
Brian Armstrong Director
Public Works Division Committee: (Highway, Land &
Resource, Solid Waste, Noxious Weed Appeal, Ditches,
Trails & Parks, Strategic Planning, City of Fergus Falls-
RTC)
Representation
Wayne Johnson
Lee Rogness
Doug Huebsch Alternate
Rick West Director
Additional Internal Committees
Countywide LMC Doug Huebsch
Human Services LMC Betty Murphy
Insurance Sub-Committee Lee Rogness & John
Lindquist
External Committees:
Agricultural Advisory
Doug Huebsch
Lee Rogness
OTC Conservation
Committee
John Lindquist
Wayne Johnson
AMC Policy Committees:
Transportation: Wayne Johnson
Government: Betty Murphy/
--Alternate - Lee Rogness
Env. Resources: John Lindquist
Otter Tail County COLA
Doug Huebsch
Wayne Johnson
Central MN Emergency
Services (Radio Board)
John Lindquist
Betty Murphy Alternate
Otter Tail Lakes Country
Association (OTLCA):
Doug Huebsch
Community Development
Agency (CDA):
Doug Huebsch – 4-year term
Lee Rogness – 1-year term
Otter Tail Problem Solving
Courts
Betty Murphy
Lee Rogness Alternate
County HRA Board
Wayne Johnson – 1 year
Doug Huebsch Alternate
Partnership4Health
Community Health Board
Doug Huebsch
Criminal Justice Advisory
Council (CJAC):
Betty Murphy
PLMSWA Board
Doug Huebsch
John Lindquist
Betty Murphy Alternate
Extension
John Lindquist
Doug Huebsch
Wayne Johnson Alternate
Red River Valley
Development Association –
Outstanding Farm Leaders
Doug Huebsch
Family Service Collaborative
Doug Huebsch
Wayne Johnson Alternate
State Community Health
Services Advisory
Committee (SCHSAC)
Doug Huebsch
Lakeland Mental Health
Betty Murphy
Doug Huebsch Alternate
SWCD - EOT
Doug Huebsch
Betty Murphy Alternate
Lake Region Community
Partners
Lee Rogness
Doug Huebsch Alternate
SWCD - WOT
John Lindquist
Lee Rogness Alternate
Law Library
Betty Murphy
Lee Rogness Alternate
WCAAA / Land of the
Dancing Sky
Wayne Johnson
Betty Murphy Alternate
MAHUBE OTWA CAC
Betty Murphy
Doug Huebsch Alternate
WCI Economic Development
District Board
Wayne Johnson: starting 2nd
year of 3-year term
MICA
Wayne Johnson
Lee Rogness
WCR Juvenile Center Board
John Lindquist
Betty Murphy Alternate
MnDOT District 4 Area
Transportation Partnership
(ATP)
Wayne Johnson
Viking Library Board
Betty Murphy