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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
December 17, 2019
8:30 a.m.
Call to Order
The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners convened at 8:32 a.m. Tuesday, December 17, 2019, at the
Government Services Center in Fergus Falls, MN, with Commissioners Doug Huebsch, Chair; Lee Rogness,
Vice-Chair; Wayne Johnson, John Lindquist and Betty Murphy present.
Approval of Agenda
Chair 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 December 17, 2019.
Consent Agenda
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to approve Consent Agenda items as
follows:
1. December 3, 2019, Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Minutes
2. Warrants/Bills for December 17, 2019 (Exhibit A)
3. Human Services & Public Health Warrants/Bills for December 17, 2019 (Exhibit A)
4. Human Services Contracts
5. 2020 Solid Waste Hauler’s Licenses
6. Approval of Tobacco Licenses for B&D Foods Inc., Battle Lake Standard
and Bluffton Oil Company
7. Request for Approval of Final Payment – S.A.P. 056-604-017 & S.A.P. 056-
604-018 to Mark Sand & Gravel Co.
Purchase of Service Agreement
Motion by Rogness, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve the Purchase of Service
Agreement for the transportation of children and youth in foster care placement for the Henning School
District #545. The agreement will be in effect from January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020.
Final Plat – Olson Acres
Motion by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to approve the final Plat known as “Olson
Acres” consisting of three single family residential, non-riparian lots. The property is located in Section 4 of
Pine Lake Township; Big Pine Lake (56-130).
Planning Commission
“Walvatne Second Addition”/ Robert Anderson:
Motion by Lindquist, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve the Preliminary Plat titled
“Walvatne Second Addition” consisting of 10 single non-riparian non-residential lots to be permanently
attached to riparian lots, 1 block. The proposed is located in Section 11 of Everts Township; Blanche Lake
(56-240).
“Long Addition”/ Tim & Georgann Long:
Motion by Rogness, second by Johnson and unanimously carried to approve the Preliminary Plat titled “Long
Addition” consisting of three single family residential riparian lots, 1 block. The proposed is located in Section
10 of Friberg Township; Heilberger (56-695) and Little Heilberger (56-696).
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December 17, 2019
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“Stony Hills”/ K&F Farms/ Stony Hills Properties:
Motion by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to approve the revised Preliminary Plat
titled “Stony Hills” consisting of 14 single family residential non-riparian lots, 3 blocks and a Conditional Use
Permit (CUP) as recommended by Planning Commission to construct a roadway to accompany the proposed
Plat titled “Stony Hills”. The proposed is located in Section 21 of Edna Township; Unnamed Lake (56-338)
and Stony (Moenkedick) Lake (56-336).
“The Point on Crystal Lake”/ Charles Beaton, etal and Scot Manthe:
Motion by Rogness, second by Johnson and unanimously carried to approve the revised Preliminary Plat
titled “The Point on Crystal Lake” consisting of 12 single family residential riparian lots and 2 residential non-
riparian lots and a Conditional Use Permit with a condition as recommended by Planning Commission to
construct a roadway. The proposed is located in Section 3 of Lida Township; Crystal lake (56-749).
Todd Erne:
Motion by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to approve an After-The-Fact Conditional
Use Permit for Todd Erne with a condition as recommended by Planning Commission. The proposed is
located in Section 15 of Lida Township; Lake Lida (56-747).
Planning Commission Reappointment
Bert Olson submitted his letter of resignation after serving on the Planning Commission for 30 years.
Motion by Rogness, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to authorize the Land and Resource
Director to send a letter of appreciation to Bert Olson for his time served on the Planning Commission from
1989 through 2019.
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried reappoint Brent Frazier (District 2), Bruce
Stone (District 4), David Trites (District 4), David Wass (District 3), Jack Rosenthal (District 1), Judd Fischer
(District 5), Richard Gabe (District 2), Rick Wilson (District 5) and Rod Boyer (District 1) on the Planning
Commission effective January 1, 2020 for a one-year term.
Phelps Mill Festival Update
David Iverson with the Phelps Mill Festival updated the Board regarding the 2019 event. He reviewed a
document outlining revenue and expenses and expressed concerns regarding the continued loss of revenue
each year. A proposed Ordinance change hopes to attract different types of vendors and expand the
Festival’s offerings for the 2020 Festival.
Clay County Purchase Agreement
Motion by Rogness, second by Johnson and unanimously carried to authorize appropriate County Officials’
signatures on the West Central Regional Juvenile Center Cooperative Services Agreement between the Otter
Tail County and Clay County for the use of the juvenile detention facility at the West Central Regional Juvenile
Center. Otter Tail County is responsible for 21% of the detention’s 2020 budget amounting to $691,281.00.
2020 County Emergency Operation Plan
Motion by Rogness, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve the 2020 County Emergency
Operations Plan. The Plan is classified as a private document with secure data (M.S. 13.37) and was
reviewed by the Internal Services Committee on December 3, 2019. A full plan will be distributed to the
County Board and all preparation, response and recovery partners.
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December 17, 2019
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Otter Tail River Flooding
Safety Emergency Services Director Patrick Waletzko notified the Board that four properties along the Otter
Tail River are being flooded. Water levels are rising rapidly, and the flow is double or triple in some areas. A
drone was used to view the area searching for signs of blockage and Otter Tail Power has agreed to adjust
the water flow downstream to provide relief to property owners. A bridge inspector observed the Aurdal bridge
area and found a difference in flow from one side to the other. Ice development was also discovered under
the bridge and Township Officials have been in contact with the DNR to determine if the ice development
may be the cause. The county is providing sandbags to residents and will continue to monitor the situation
and keep them in constant communication.
Public Hearing
Chair Huebsch opened the Public Hearing for the Solid Waste Designation Ordinance. Solid Waste Director
Chris McConn provided a background of the waste designation process. A proposed Solid Waste Designation
Ordinance was submitted to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) along with a signed contract
from haulers. The MPCA issued a finding of fact and approved the proposed Ordinance.
At 9:39 a.m., Chair Huebsch opened the Public Hearing for comments from the public. No comments were
received, and the Public Hearing was closed at 9:40 a.m.
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to approve the Otter Tail County Solid
Waste Designation Ordinance. The Ordinance regulates the transportation and delivery of solid waste
generated within Otter Tail County and is effective March 1, 2020.
2020 Solid Waste Fee Schedule
Motion by Lindquist, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve the 2020 Solid Waste Fee
Schedule effective January 1, 2020.
Donations
Motion by Rogness, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to accept a donation from Duwayne
Cookman in the amount of $250.00 and an additional donation from the Sobcinski family in the amount of
$300.00. The donations will be used for the purchase of ARM LOC water rescue devices for the Sheriff’s
office.
Out of State Travel
Motion by Johnson, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to authorize the GIS Lead Developer to
attend a FutureView seminar in Phoenix, AZ March 9th-12th, 2020. All expenses will be paid by FutureView
and this seminar will allow staff to receive additional training for a software that captures imagery across the
county known as EagleView.
Recess & Reconvene
At 9:51 a.m., Chair Huebsch declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recessed
for short break. The Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at 10:01 a.m.
Adoption of Final Budget and Levy
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 -88
The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Johnson, who moved for the adoption of Otter Tail
County’s Payable 2020 Gross and Net Property Tax Levies:
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recognized the requirement to adopt, on or before
Monday, September 30, 2019, a proposed Payable 2020 Property Tax Levy and to select a date for a public
meeting for the purpose of discussing and receiving public comment regarding the Proposed Property Tax
Levy, which must be held during the period of November 25th through December 30th; and
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December 17, 2019
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WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, adopted Otter
Tail County’s proposed Payable 2020 Gross and Net Property Tax Levy and selected Tuesday, December
3, 2019, as the date for the public meeting; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2019,
held the required meeting; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recognizes the requirement to adopt Otter Tail
County’s final Payable 2020 Gross and Net Property Tax Levy no later than Monday, December 30, 2019,
and the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners is required to certify Otter Tail County’s final Payable
2020 Gross and Net Property Tax Levy to the County Auditor-Treasurer’s office on or before Monday,
December 30, 2019.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners hereby levies
for the payable year 2020, upon the taxable net tax capacity of the property of Otter Tail County, the following
amounts as detailed below:
Fund Breakdown - Net Tax Capacity Based
Levies
Gross
Levy CPA Net Levy
General Revenue 22,716,978 (1,222,780) 21,494,198
PEHP 178,545 0 178,545
Pelican To Perham Trail 350,000 0 350,000
Debt Service - Series 2012A (Courthouse/Jail) 555,968 0 555,968
Highway Bonds 184,133 0 184,133
Ottertail Operations Center 389,919 0 389,919
Series 2017A (Jail/Elevator) 128,135 0 128,135
Human Services -
Social Services 5,306,950 (288,564) 5,018,386
Administration 4,342,050 (236,099) 4,105,951
Public Health 1,240,695 (67,463) 1,173,232
Court Services 2,334,965 (126,964) 2,208,001
Road and Bridge 3,788,746 (206,012) 3,582,734
Capital Improvement 2,469,650 (147,174) 2,322,476
Total County - Excluding Regional Library 43,986,734 (2,295,056) 41,691,678 Regional Library System 601,258 0 601,258
Total County - Including Regional Library 44,587,992 (2,295,056) 42,292,936 Lake Improvement Districts - Pelican Group of Lakes 130,000 0 130,000
Pine Lakes 44,282 0 44,282
Little McDonald, Kerbs & Paul 113,000 0 113,000
Big McDonald 7,000 0 7,000
Total County - Including Lake Improvement
Districts 44,882,274 (2,295,056) 42,587,218
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December 17, 2019
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Special Taxing District Tax - Otter Tail County CDA 541,800 0 541,800
Otter Tail County HRA 650,000 0 650,000
Grand Total - Otter Tail County 46,074,074 (2,295,056) 43,779,018
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners
hereby certifies the above amount to the County Auditor-Treasurer’s office as Otter Tail County’s Final
Gross/Net Property Tax levies for the payable year 2020 and directs the County Auditor-Treasurer’s office
to spread these levies against the taxable net tax capacity of the property of Otter Tail County.
The resolution was seconded by Commissioner Rogness and carried, with the members of the Otter Tail
County Board of Commissioners voting as follows:
Commissioner For Against
Doug Huebsch X
Wayne D. Johnson X
John Lindquist X
Betty Murphy X
Leland R. Rogness X
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:______________________
By: Attest: ___________________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
Payable 2020 Otter Tail County Housing and Redevelopment Special Taxing District
(Including Community Development Association)
Gross and Net Property Tax Levy Resolution
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 89
The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Johnson, who moved for the authorization of the Otter
Tail County Housing and Redevelopment Special Taxing District 2020 Gross and Net Property Tax Levy:
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Housing and Redevelopment Authority is a special taxing district under
the provisions of Minnesota Statute Chapter 469; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Community Development Association Levy is authorized under the powers
of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority,
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Housing and Redevelopment Authority has requested a Payable 2020
Gross and Net Property Tax Levy of $650,000; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Community Development Association has requested a Payable 2020
Gross and Net Property Tax Levy of $541,800; and
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December 17, 2019
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WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, adopted for
the Otter Tail County Housing and Redevelopment Authority and for the Otter Tail County Community
Development Association, a proposed Gross/Net Property Tax Levy for Payable Year 2020 in the amount of
$650,000 and $541,800 respectfully; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recognizes the requirement to adopt the special
taxing district’s Payable 2020 Gross and Net Property Tax Levy no later than Monday, December 30, 2019,
and the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners is required to certify Otter Tail County Housing and
Redevelopment Authority’s final Payable 2020 Gross and Net Property Tax Levy to the County Auditor-
Treasurer’s office on or before Monday, December 30, 2019..
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners, after
consideration, discussion and consultation with the Otter Tail County Budget Committee, the Otter Tail
County HRA Board and the Community Development Association, hereby adopts a final Payable 2020 Gross
and Net Property Tax for the Otter Tail County Housing and Redevelopment Authority and for the Otter Tail
County Community Development Association a final Gross/Net Property Tax Levy for Payable Year 2020 in
the amount of $650,000 and $541,800 respectfully; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners
hereby certifies the same to the County Auditor-Treasurer’s office to be spread against the taxable net tax
capacity of the taxable property of the Otter Tail County Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
The resolution was seconded by Commissioner Lindquist and carried, with the members of the Otter Tail
County Board of Commissioners voting as follows:
Commissioner For Against
Doug Huebsch X
Wayne D. Johnson X
John Lindquist X
Betty Murphy X
Leland R. Rogness X
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:______________________
By: Attest: ___________________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
Resolution Adopting the Calendar Year 2020 Budget
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 90
The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Rogness, who moved for the adoption of the calendar
year 2020 budget for the General Fund, for the Budgeted Special Revenue Funds, and for the Debt Service
Funds.
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recognized the requirement to adopt, on or before
Monday, September 30, 2019, a proposed Calendar Year 2020 Budget and to select a date for a public
meeting for the purpose of discussing and receiving public comment regarding the proposed Calendar Year
2020 budget, which must be held during the period of November 25th through December 30th; and
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December 17, 2019
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WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners on Tuesday, September 24, 2019, adopted Otter
Tail County’s proposed Calendar Year 2020 Budget for the General Fund, for the Budgeted Special Revenue
Funds, and for the Debt Service Fund, and selected Tuesday, December 3, 2019 as the date for the public
hearing, and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 3, 2019,
held the required hearing; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recognizes the requirement to adopt Otter Tail
County’s final Calendar Year 2020 Budget for the General Fund, for the Budgeted Special Revenue Funds,
and for the Debt Service Funds, no later than Monday, December 30, 2019, and also recognizes the
requirement to adopt the final Calendar Year 2020 Budget after the adoption of the final payable 2020 Gross
and Net Property Tax Levy.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners adopts the
amount of $125,603,792 as the County’s Calendar Year 2020 Budget for the General Fund, for the Budgeted
Special Revenue Funds, and for the Debt Service Funds (includes inter-fund transfers), as summarized and
as detailed in the budget documents filed with the County Auditor-Treasurer’s office.
The above resolution was seconded by Commissioner Murphy and carried with the members of the Otter
Tail County Board of Commissioners voting as follows:
Commissioner For Against
Doug Huebsch X
Wayne D. Johnson X
John Lindquist X
Betty Murphy X
Leland R. Rogness X
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:______________________
By: Attest: ___________________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
Approval of Transfer
Motion by Lindquist, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve an operating transfer, in the
amount of $18,292.09 from the Capital Improvement Fund to the Road and Bridge Fund for the purpose of
reimbursing the following previously approved 2019 Budgeted Capital Expenditure:
CIC2016-16 Four John Deer Tractors with Loaders
Total Approved $534,008.14 Previous Reimbursement $515,716.05
Balance Remaining – Invoice No. P89566 $18,292.09
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Penalty Forgiveness
Motion by Lindquist, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve the requested penalty
forgiveness in the amount of $217.20 to Susan Shook. This request meets the requirements of the Otter
Tail County Policy which speaks about a death.
Motion by Rogness, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve the requested penalty
forgiveness in the amount of $40.56 to Horst L. Truestedt. The change of classification to this parcel was
partially an error of the county and will be corrected for the next assessment year.
Denial of Penalty Forgiveness
Motion by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to deny the requested penalty forgiveness
in the amount of $842.51 to Joseph Foltz. Payment was made to the Minnesota Department of Revenue in
error and does not meet the requirements of the Otter Tail County Policy.
Parcel Certification
Motion by Rogness, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to certify against parcel 40000990377000
owned by Merton D. Swenson. The abatement costs incurred under the provisions of section 15 of the Otter
Tail County Solid Waste Department and the provisions of M.S. 145A in the amount of $661.60 over four
years with a 4% interest rate beginning with payable year 2020.
Purchase of Equipment
Motion by Johnson, second by Murphy and unanimously carried with Rogness abstaining, to approve the
purchase of an ABU single axle dump trailer by the Otter Tail County Maintenance Department from
Interstate Equipment in the amount of $4,650.00. Two quotes were obtained.
Approval of Payment
Motion by Rogness, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to approve payment in the amount of
$25,555.90 from the Capital Improvement Fund to N.F. Field Abstract Co., LLC to cover the costs associated
with the acquisition of parcels 38000350283000 and 38000350286001. The closing is scheduled for Friday,
December 20, 2019.
Inter-Fund Loans
Motion by Lindquist, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to authorize, if necessary, any December
31, 2019 Inter-Fund loans for the various Otter Tail County Ditch Systems with deficit cash balances as of
December 31, 2019.
Community Development Agency Appointments
Motion by Johnson, second by Murphy and unanimously carried to reappoint Lee Rogness and Val Martin
to the Community Development Agency (CDA) Board effective January 1, 2020, for a six-year term.
External Communications Report
Communications and External Relations Director Nicholas Leonard updated the Board regarding external
communications and introduced the inter-disciplinary communications team consisting of members from
various departments. The members briefed the Board on their 2020 communications plan and efforts to
ensure the public is well informed. Otter Tail County had the honors of presenting this topic at the Association
of Minnesota Counties (AMC) in early December 2019.
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Conduit Bond Request
Communications and External Relations Director Nicolas Leonard briefed the Board regarding a request
from Schuett Properties for a conduit bond for rehabilitation of apartments in Fergus Falls and New York
Mills. The Fergus Falls HRA approved the preliminary agreement.
Greater MN Transportation Alternatives Grant Application Letter of Support
Motion by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to authorize the Communications and
External Relations Director to send a letter of support regarding the Greater Minnesota Transportation
Alternatives Grant Application for the City of Pelican Rapids.
2020 Commissioner Committee Assignments
County Administrator John Dinsmore reviewed a draft of the 2020 committee assignments for the
Commissioners. A final draft will be submitted for the January 7, 2020 meeting for approval.
2020 Board of Commissioners’ Meeting Schedule
Motion by Rogness, second by Johnson and unanimously carried to approve the 2020 Board of
Commissioners’ meeting schedule presented at the December 17, 2019 Board meeting. The approved
schedule can be found on the county website on the Board of Commissioners page.
Refugee Resettlement
County Administrator John Dinsmore informed the Board that Otter Tail County received an executive order
enhancing state and local involvement in refugee resettlement. The order requested a letter of consent that
Otter Tail County will continue to support ongoing refugee resettlement within the county. He provided
statistical information and background related to the 1980 Refugee Act and reviewed a document listing the
number of refugees that have resettled in each of the 25 counties from year 2015 – 2019. Otter Tail County
has been a placement site for refugees since the refugee act was passed and has taken in 35 refugees in
the past five years.
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to authorize the County Administrator to
submit a letter of consentt to United States Secretary of State Mike Pompeo supporting ongoing refugee
resettlement in Otter Tail County.
Warrants/Bills Payments
Motion by Johnson, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to authorize the County Auditor-Treasurer
or the County Administrator to approve payment for invoices and claims received after December 17, 2019
and on or before December 31, 2019.
Recess & Reconvene
At 11:01 a.m., Chair Huebsch declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners
recessed for short break. The Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at 11:11 a.m.
Board of Adjustment Reappointment
Motion by Rogness, second by Lindquist and unanimously carried to reappoint the Board of Adjustment
members for CY2020 as follows: Darren Newville, Douglas Larson and Thomas (Tom) Lee.
Labor Agreement
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to approve the Essential Deputies Unit
Contract for 2020-2022.
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December 17, 2019
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Non-Union Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)
Motion by Johnson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to approve a 3% COLA for non-union
employees.
COMMISSIONERS SALARY AND BENEFITS
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 91
Commissioner Lindquist offered the following and moved its adoption:
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute § 375.055 provides that County Commissioners may receive per diem
payments and reimbursement for necessary expenses incurred in performance of the duties of the office
and shall receive compensation of annual salaries, as set by resolution of the County Board; and
WHEREAS, the current annual salary for Otter Tail County Commissioners is $38,105.60 effective January
1, 2018; and
NOW, BE IT RESOLVED, that the annual salary for Otter Tail County Commissioners shall be established
as $39,248.79 effective January 1, 2020, which reflects a 3% Cost-of-Living Adjustment similar to increases
received by other employee groups.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the annual employer contribution for benefits for
CY2020 will be set in accordance with the benefits structure previously adopted by this board on October
15, 2019.
Commissioner Murphy seconded the motion and YEAS and NAYS are as follows:
Board Members - For Against Absent
Doug Huebsch X
Wayne D. Johnson X
John Lindquist X
Betty Murphy X
Leland R Rogness X
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota, this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:______________________
By: Attest: ___________________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
Bid Award – S.A.P. 056-615-018
Motion by Lindquist, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to award the bridge replacement project
to the lowest bidder, Robert Schroder Construction, Inc, Glenwood, MN in the amount of $1,138,879.60 as
recommended by the Highway Engineer.
For Agreement to State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program
Grant Terms and Conditions SAP 056-615-018
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 92
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County has applied to the Commissioner of Transportation for a grant from the
Minnesota State Transportation Fund for construction of Bridge No. 56544; and
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WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Transportation has given notice that funding for this bridge is available;
and
WHEREAS, the amount of the grant has been determined to be $423,292.10 by reason of the lowest
responsible bid.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that Otter Tail County does hereby agree to the terms and conditions of
the grant consistent with Minnesota Statutes, section 174.50, and will pay any additional amount by which
the cost exceeds the estimate, and will return to the Minnesota State Transportation Fund any amount
appropriated for the bridge but not required. The proper county officers are authorized to execute a grant
agreement and any amendments thereto with the Commissioner of Transportation concerning the above-
referenced grant.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Rogness, duly
seconded by Commissioner Lindquist, and after discussion and commendation thereof and upon vote being
taken thereon, the resolution was adopted unanimously
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota, this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:_______________________
By:__________________________________ Attest: ____________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY NO. 34 RIGHT OF WAY ACQUISITION
Project No. S.A.P. 056-634-011
Parcel Nos. 1, 7, 8, 9, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 44, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, NEG A & NEG C
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 97
Upon a motion by Johnson, seconded by Murphy and unanimously carried, the Otter Tail County Board of
Commissioners adopts the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County proposes to reconstruct and improve County State Aid Highway No. 34,
including construction of a multi-use trail, from CSAH 35 to Coney Street east of US HWY 10, and located
in:
Sections 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 & 16 of T136N, R40W
Sections 7, 8, 9, 16, 17 & 18 of T136N, R39W and
WHEREAS, the reason for the construction of this segment of County State Aid Highway No. 34 is due to
the existing highway's poor condition; and
WHEREAS, this improvement is necessary to provide for the safety of the traveling public; and
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County has a right to acquire the right of way after an award of damages has been
filed with the County Auditor in accordance with Minnesota Statute, Section 163.02 and 163.12; and
WHEREAS, all necessary additional highway rights of way and/or temporary construction easements have
been acquired for this reconstruction except for 18 tracts:
A) Tract owned by Darrell & Rebecca Nielson Trust Et Al
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
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All that part of Section 16, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 1 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid Highway
No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter Tail
County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.26 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 16, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 1 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.22 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
B) Tract owned by Wade J. and Sheila M. Burke
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 7 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid Highway
No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter Tail
County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.06 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 7 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.07 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
C) Tract owned by Daniel D. & Frances N. Gleason
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
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All that part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 8 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid Highway
No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter Tail
County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.21 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 8 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.14 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
D) Tract owned by Donald & Delores M. Bernauer
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 9 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid Highway
No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter Tail
County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.46 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 9 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.08 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
E) Tract owned by Mandate Capital, LLC.
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
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All that part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 19 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.03 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 19 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 81 square feet, more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
F) Tract owned by Mandate Capital, LLC.
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 20 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.02 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 20 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 152 square feet, more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
G) Tract owned by Cory J. & Theresa C. Mack
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
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All that part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 21 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.07 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 21 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.01 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
H) Tract owned by Conrad J. & Theresa E. Mack
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 22 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.09 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 22 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.09 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
I) Tract owned by Daniel D. & Frances N. Gleason
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
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All that part of Section 11, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 23 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.03 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
J) Tract owned by William & Deanna Ellingson
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 11, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 28 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.05 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 11, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 28 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.01 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
K) Tract owned by Vicki L. Sazama
James P. Sazama
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 13, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 44 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.16 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
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Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 13, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 44 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.21 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
L) Tract owned by RD Offutt Company
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 17, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 61 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.52 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 17, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 61 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.17 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
M) Tract owned by RD Offutt Company
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 17, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 62 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.46 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
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Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 17, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 62 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.05 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
N) Tract owned by RD Offutt Company
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 8, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 63 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 1.03 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 8, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 63 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.50 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
O) Tract owned by RD Offutt Company
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 16, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 64 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 0.46 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
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Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 16, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 64 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.13 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
P) Tract owned by RD Offutt Company
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
All that part of Section 9, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, all lying and being in Otter Tail County
shown as Parcel 65 on the Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid
Highway No. 34, as the same is on file and of record in the Office of the County Recorder in and for Otter
Tail County.
Excepting therefrom right of way of existing highways.
Containing 1.32 acre(s) more or less
Subject to all previously recorded easements, if any.
Also, a temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 9, Township 136 North, Range 39 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel 65 are established offset from and at right angles to the slope
lines.
Containing 0.57 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
Q) Tract owned by Stephen S. and Connie K. Berry
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
A temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel NEG A are established offset from and at right angles to the
slope lines.
Containing 0.04 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
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R) Tract owned by Donald W. and Delores M. Bernauer
Tract being a strip of land described as follows:
A temporary construction easement, which shall expire with the completion of the project contract,
described as follows:
That part of Section 10, Township 136 North, Range 40 West, shown adjacent to the CSAH No. 34 right
of way boundary on the plan view of the Plan and Profile sheets of the Construction Plan for S.A.P. 056-
634-011. The outer limits of C.E. Parcel NEG C are established offset from and at right angles to the
slope lines.
Containing 0.02 acre(s), more or less.
This temporary construction easement shall commence with the award of the project and will expire with
the completion of the project contract.
Due to the reconstruction and realignment of County State Aid Highway No. 34 under Project No. S.A.P.
056-634-011, said strips being all those described above, to be retained for CSAH No. 34 right-of-way
recorded as Parcel Nos. 1, 7, 8, 9, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 28, 44, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, NEG A & NEG C as shown
in Otter Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 31, County State Aid Highway No. 34
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners hereby
authorizes the acquisition of the requested right of way as described above pursuant to Minnesota Statute,
Section 163.02 and 163.12, and to take title and possession of that land after an award of damages has
been filed with the County Auditor in accordance with Minnesota Statute, Section 163.12; including the
“Quick-Take” provisions provided for in Minnesota Statute 117.042.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Otter Tail County Attorney is authorized to file the necessary
documents in court and represent the county in this matter.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota, this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:_______________________
By:__________________________________ Attest: ____________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
SPONSORING AGENCY
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 93
BE IT RESOLVED THAT, Otter Tail County agrees to act as sponsoring agency for the project identified as
Trunk Highway 108 Sidewalk and Trail Improvements for the City of Henning seeking Transportation
Alternatives and has reviewed and approved the project as proposed. Sponsorship includes a willingness to
secure and guarantee the local share of costs associated with this project and responsibility for seeing this
project through to its completion, with compliance of all applicable laws, rules and regulations .
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, Charles Grotte, P.E., County Engineer is hereby authorized to act as
agent on behalf of this sponsoring agency.
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Rogness, duly
seconded by Commissioner Lindquist, and after discussion and commendation thereof and upon vote being
taken thereon, the resolution was adopted unanimously
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota, this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:_______________________
By:__________________________________ Attest: ____________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
AGREEMENT TO MAINTAIN FACILITY
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 94
WHEREAS, The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) requires that states agree to operate and maintain
facilities constructed with federal transportation funds for the useful life of the improvement and not change
the use of right of way or property ownership acquired without prior approval from the FHWA; and
WHEREAS, Transportation Alternatives projects receive funding; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) has determined that for projects
implemented with alternative funds, this requirement should be applied to the project proposer; and
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County is the sponsoring agency for the Transportation Alternatives project identified
as Trunk Highway 108 Sidewalk and Trail Improvements for the City of Henning.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the sponsoring agency hereby agrees to assume full responsibility
for the operation and maintenance of property and facilities related to the aforementioned Transportation
Alternatives project.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Rogness, duly
seconded by Commissioner Lindquist, and after discussion and commendation thereof and upon vote being
taken thereon, the resolution was adopted unanimously
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota, this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:_______________________
By:__________________________________ Attest: ____________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
SPONSORING AGENCY
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 95
BE IT RESOLVED THAT, Otter Tail County agrees to act as sponsoring agency for the project identified as
Trunk Highway 59 and 108 Complete Streets Improvements within the City of Pelican Rapids seeking
Transportation Alternatives and has reviewed and approved the project as proposed. Sponsorship includes
a willingness to secure and guarantee the local share of costs associated with this project and responsibility
for seeing this project through to its completion, with compliance of all applicable laws, rules and regulations.
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BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, Charles Grotte, P.E., County Engineer is hereby authorized to act as
agent on behalf of this sponsoring agency.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Johnson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Rogness, and after discussion and commendation thereof and upon vote being
taken thereon, the resolution was adopted unanimously
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota, this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:_______________________
By:__________________________________ Attest: ____________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
AGREEMENT TO MAINTAIN FACILITY
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2019 - 96
WHEREAS, The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) requires that states agree to operate and maintain
facilities constructed with federal transportation funds for the useful life of the improvement and not change
the use of right of way or property ownership acquired without prior approval from the FHWA; and
WHEREAS, Transportation Alternatives projects receive funding; and
WHEREAS, the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT) has determined that for projects
implemented with alternative funds, this requirement should be applied to the project proposer; and
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County is the sponsoring agency for the Transportation Alternatives project identified
as Trunk Highway 59 and 108 Complete Streets Improvements within the City of Pelican Rapids.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the sponsoring agency hereby agrees to assume full responsibility
for the operation and maintenance of property and facilities related to the aforementioned Transportation
Alternatives project.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Johnson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Rogness, and after discussion and commendation thereof and upon vote being
taken thereon, the resolution was adopted unanimously
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota, this 17th day of December 2019.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated:_______________________
By:__________________________________ Attest: ____________________________
Doug Huebsch, Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
Perham to Pelican Rapids Regional Trail
County Engineer Charles Grotte updated the Board regarding the Perham to Pelican Rapids Regional Trail.
Otter Tail County received a letter from the Greater MN Regional parks and Trails Commission approving
funding for the Silent Lake segment in the amount of $1,878,820.00. He reviewed a summary of funding that
has been received for the Perham to Pelican Rapids Regional Trail thus far and the McDonald Lake segment
has not yet received any funding.
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Adjournment
At 11:52 a.m., Chair Huebsch declared the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners meeting adjourned.
The next Board meeting is scheduled at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, January 7, 2020, at the Government Services
Center in Fergus Falls, MN.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Date:__________________________
By: _______________________________________ Attest: _________________________
Doug Huebsch, Board of Commissioners Chair John Dinsmore, Clerk
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