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November 8, 2022
OTTER TAIL COUNTY -MINNESOTA
BOARD OF COMM ISSIONERS' MIN UTES
Government Services Center, Commissioners' Room & Via Livestream
515 West Fir Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN
November 8, 2022 I 8:30 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners convened at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at the
Government Services Center in Fergus Falls, MN. Commissioners Betty Murphy, Chair; Wayne Johnson, Vice
Chair; Kurt Mortenson, Dan Bucholz and Lee Rogness were present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chair Murphy called for approval of the Board Agenda. Motion by Mortenson, second by Bucholz and
unanimously carried to approve the Board of Commissioners' agenda of November 8, 2022, with the following
additions:
Property Tax Payment Penalties
Sanford Health Payment
General Discussion: Tonseth Lake Classification
Consent Agenda: Additions as indicated in #4-7 for Exempt Permitting & Tobacco Licensing
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Rogness, second by Johnson and unanimously carried to approve the consent agenda items as
amended:
1. October 25, 2022, Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
2. Warrants/Bills for November 8, 2022 (Exhibit A)
3. Human Services and Public Health Warrants/Bills for November 8, 2022 (Exhibit A)
4. Approval of the LG220 Application for Exempt Permit as submitted by the Perham Ducks
Unlimited for an event scheduled for Friday, December 9, 2022 at Big Pine Lodge, which
is located at 43606 Mosquito Heights Road in Pine Lake Township.
5. Approval of the issuance of a 2023 Tobacco License to Jeffrey S. Olson dba Crossroad
Convenience Center, which is located at 21136 County Highway 5.
6. Approval of the issuance of a 2023 Tobacco License to ECR Assets, LLC dba Lakeland
General Store, which is located at 22438 Old 59 Rd.
7. Approval of the issuance of a 2023 Tobacco License to Carr Enterprises, Inc. dba Carr's
Lake Country Supermarket, which is located at 320 MN Highway 78.
HIGHWAY EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION
County Engineer Chuck Grotte took the opportunity to recognize County Highway Maintenance Workers
Dennis Bosek, Jon Bratvold, and Brody Bakken for their innovative work in creating the Otter Plow Cushion,
Sticky Stomp, Otter Claw and Culvert Cleaner. These inventions have received state and national recognition
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in advancing the service, safety, and productivity of the Highway Maintenance Department. Commissioners
thanked the team for their innovation and dedication to Otter Tail County.
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT UPDATE
County Engineer Charles Grotte provided the Board with a Highway Department update. Among the highlights
Mr. Grotte noted:
> Highway Operations Study: SRF Consulting Group is preparing a draft report of their study on
snowplow routes. > 2040 Transportation Plan public Engagement Meetings are set for November 14, 2022 at the Sheriff's
Operations Center in Ottertail and November 15, 2022 at the Government Services Center in Fergus
Falls.
> CSAH 8 in Perham is near completion for this year. Resurfacing from Perham to CSAH 53 has been
moved to 2023. > CSAH 92 Reconstruction in Wadena is complete. > CSAH 41 Bridge is complete. > Battle Lake Garage completion will be delayed by 1-2 weeks.
> Pelican Rapids Garage should be complete November 15th.
> The Fir Avenue House Demolition is complete. > HSIP Single Ts will remove CSAH 16 from the project and continue with CSAH 5 and CSAH 47. > Maintenance is finishing up mowing for the winter and getting ready for snow and ice.
HIGHWAY & SOLID WASTE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FINANCING
By general consensus, the Board of Commissioners support Deputy Administrator Nick Leonard, County
Engineer Chuck Grotte and Solid Waste Director Chris Mcconn in working with the county's municipal advisor
to pursue bond funding for future departmental capital improvement projects.
SUPPORTING OPERATION GREEN LIGHT FOR VETERANS
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2022-103
WHEREAS, the residents of Otter Tail County have great respect, admiration, and the utmost gratitude for all
of the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community in the Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of the men and women who served in the Armed Forces have
been vital in maintaining the freedoms and way of life enjoyed by our citizens; and
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County seeks to honor these individuals who have paid the high price for freedom by
placing themselves in harm's way for the good of all; and
WHEREAS, Veterans continue to serve our community in the American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars,
Disabled American Veterans, religious groups, civil service, and by functioning as County Veteran Service
Officers in 29 states to help fellow former service members access more than $52 billion in federal health,
disability and compensation benefits each year; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 200,000 service members transition to civilian communities annually; and
WHEREAS, an estimated 20 percent increase of service members will transition to civilian life in the near
future; and
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WHEREAS, studies indicate that 44-72 percent of service members experience high levels of stress during
transition from military to civilian life; and
WHEREAS, Active Military Service Members transitioning from military service are at a high risk for suicide
during their first year after military service; and
WHEREAS, the National Association of Counties encourages all counties, parishes and boroughs to
recognize Operation Green Light for Veterans; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County appreciates the sacrifices of our United State Military Personnel and
believes specific recognition should be granted;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, with designation as a Green Light for Veterans County, Otter Tail County
hereby declares from this date through Veterans Day, November 11th 2022 a time to salute and honor the
service and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform transitioning from Active Service;
THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in observance of Operation Green Light, Otter Tail County
encourages its citizens in patriotic tradition to recognize the importance of honoring all those who made
immeasurable sacrifices to preserve freedom by displaying a green light in a window of their place of business
or residence.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Johnson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Mortenson and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon,
passed unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, Minnesota, this 8th day of November 2022.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: November 22, 2022
AttestJ I (! i)/,__,µ ~
mmissioners Chair Nicole Hansen, Clerk
TONSETH LAKE CLASSIFICATION
The Board of Commissioners received a petition regarding the Tonseth Lake Department of Natural
Resources classification. Commissioner Johnson gave history and background on the lake's classification
through the DNR and after discussion, it was decided to move this item to the Economic Growth and
Community Investment Committee meeting on November 22, 2022.
RECESS & RECONVENE
At 9:33 a.m., Chair Murphy declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recessed
for a short break. The Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at 9:40 a.m.
PHELPS MILL REPORT
Phelps Mill Country Treasurer David Iverson and Jerome Holicky provided a report on the 2021-2022 Phelps
Mill Festival. Iverson noted expenses and income and highlighted the drop in attendance from 2021 to 2022.
The 2022 festival was down by 25.5% with greater attendance on Saturday than Sunday. The Phelps Mill
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Festival is an important tradition within the County and continues to be supported by the Board. Planning is
underway for the 2023 festival with a focus on improving attendance and promoting Sunday participation.
CANVASSING BOARD APPOINTMENT
Motion by Rogness, second by Johnson and unanimously carried to appoint Patrick Shol to the Otter Tail
County Canvassing Board for the November 8, 2022 Federal, State and County General Election.
PROPERTY TAX PAYMENT PENALTIES
Motion by Johnson, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to deny the request of Michael D. Bauck
aka 639 Stanton Group LLC etc. for the abatement of the penalty amount of $550.24 due to the late payment
of the second half property taxes.
Motion by Johnson, second by Bucholz and unanimously carried to deny the request of Harold A. and Tami
A. Chyle for the abatement of the penalty amounts of $108.06 due to the late payment of the second half
property taxes.
SANFORD HEALTH PAYMENT
Motion by Rogness, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to approve payment in the amount of
$1,535.00 to Sanford Health for costs incurred under the provisions of Minnesota Statute §607.36.
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:13 a.m., Chair Murphy declared the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners meeting adjourned. The
next regular Board meeting is scheduled at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at the Government
Services Center in Fergus Falls and via livestream.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: November 22, 2022
Attest J , · /! D W Jj(,i,,uµ_.,
f Commissioners Chair Nicole Hansen, Clerk
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Vendor Name
A&A RECYCLING LLC
ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL HEAL THCAr
AGREE CENTRAL lLC
ALBANY RECYCLING CENTER
ALEX RUBBISH & RECYCLING INC
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC
AMERICAN ENGINEERING TESTING INC
ARAMARK
ASSOCIATION OF MN COUNTIES
BACHELDERfJARED
BOOUSALLP
BDT MECHANICAL LLC
BEN HOLZER UNLIMITED WATER LLC
BEYER BODY SHOP INC
BHH PARTNERS
BOWERS/ROBERT
BRADCO RESTORATION INC
BRANBY/STEVE
BRAUN INTERTEC CORPORATION
BRIAN'S REPAIR INC
BRUll.AG/STEVE
BUY-MOR PARTS & SERVICE LLC
CARDINAL CONSULTING SOLUTIONS
CARLBLOMJDENNIS
CENTRAL SPECIAL TIES INC
CESIMAGING
CLAY CO AUrnTOR-TREASURER
CLEAN S\i'JEEP COMMERCIAL SERVICES
CODE 4 SERVICES INC
COMMISSIONER OF TRANSPORTATION
COOPER'S OFFICE SUPPLY INC
CULLIGAN OF WADENA
DACOTAH PAPER CO
DAKOTA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS INC
DAKOTA WHOLESALE TIRE INC
DASH MEDICAL GLOVES INC
DICK'S STANDARD
DOUBLE A CATERING
EAGLE CONSTRUCTION CO INC
EXTRA PACK.A.GING LLC
FASTENAL COMPANY
FERGUS FALLS DAILY JOURNAL
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
November 8, 2022 (Exhibit A)
Amount
350.00
22,499.92
1,000.00
641.34
599.73
5,453.50
2,292.50
136.83
175.00
40.00
105.00
744.00
48.00
933.84
2,465.56
960.00
31,445.00
36.88
11,532.00
1,162.41
189.75
1,317.30
7,260.00
126.25
14,541.90
558.21
3,135.36
1,183.00
397.n
10,509.87
1,176.37
37.50
2,019.06
545.99
134.99
140.00
70.10
158.00
207,952.76
1,193.61
142.42
696.42
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Vendor Name
FERGUS FALLS SCHOOL DIST 544
FERGUS FALLS SENIOR CITIZENS PROGf
FERGUS FALLS/CITY OF
FERGUS HOME & HARDWARE INC
FERGUS POWER PUMP INC
FIDLAR TECHNOLOGIES INC
FRANK'S AUTO BODY OF PERHAM INC
FRANZ REPROGRAPHICS INC
GALLS LLC
GAUSTAD/l YNETTE
GOPHER STATE ONE CALL
GRANITE ELECTRONICS INC
HILLYARD -HUTCHINSON
HOTSY EQUIPMENT CO OF ND
HOUSTON ENGINEERING INC
HUEBSCH/CORDELL
INDIGIT AL INC
INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS LLC
ITL PATCH COMPANY INC
JACOBSON/1-l EATHER
JENNEN/ADRION
JK SPORTS INC
JONES LAW OFFICE
KARGER/JON
KNICKREHM.ILARRY
KOEP'S SEPTIC LLC
LAKES AREA COOPERA TNE
LARRY OTT INC TRUCK SERVICE
LARSON/LYNN
LARUMJPAT
LAWSON PRODUCTS INC
LEIGHfON BROADCASTING -FERGUS FA
LOCATORS & SUPPLIES INC
M-R SIGN CO INC
MARCO TECHNOLOGIES LLC
MARCO TECHNOLOGIES LLC
MARK SAND & GRAVEL CO
MCCONN/CHRISTOPHER
MINNESOTA NATIVE LANDSCAPES
MN DEPT OF NATURAL RESOURCES-OJ\;
MN POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY
MN STATE AUDffOR
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
November 8, 2022 (Exhibit A)
Amount
300.00
444_50
9.00
174.99
24,405.00
3,899.80
2,071.90
42.68
1,819.70
870.77
21.60
985.82
515.40
138.18
193,194.04
1,000.00
4,901 .42
1,126.32
422.00
31.07
10.00
478.00
360.00
255.56
1,000.00
125.00
274.29
3,350.00
240.63
226.26
854.34
2,027.00
2,053.27
3,955.14
4,132.16
816.24
23,784.00
171.44
900.00
90.00
3,670.65
27,775.50
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Vendor Name
MNCCC LOCKBOX
MOORE ENGINEERING INC
MTE PROPERTIES LLC
NAPA CENTRAL
NARTEC INC
NELSON AUTO CENTER INC
NEWVILLE/HEATHER
NORTHLAND FIRE PROTECTION
NORTHWEST TIRE INC
OLIPHANT/CONNIE
OLSON FUNERAL HOME
OLSON OIL CO INC
OLSON TIRE & Oil
OTTER TAIL CO TREASURER
PARKERS PRAIRIE/CITY OF
PAUL HAARSTAD EXCAVATING
PEMBERTON LAW PLLP
PEOPLEFACTS LLC
PHOENIX SUPPLY
PIEPER/JORDAN
POWERPLAN OIB
PRAIRIE LAKES MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE
PRECISE MRM LLC
PRO AG FARMERS CO OP
PRO HYDRO-TESTING lLC
RD OFFUTT FARMS
RDO EQUIPMENT CO
RED DOT PEST CONTROL
RILEY BROS CONSTRUCTION INC
RINKE NOONAN LAW FIRM
ROAD MACHINERY & SUPPLIES CO
ROGERSJUSA
ROSSCO EQUIPMENT INC
SANITATION PRODUCTS INC
SCHEIDECKER/KEVIN
SERVICE FOOD SUPERVALU
SHOEMAKER/BRENDA
SIGNWORKS SIGNS & BANNERS INC
SOETH/SYLVIA
STAR EQUIPMENT
STEEVES/BERNARD A
STEINS INC
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
November 8, 2022 (Exhibit A)
Amount
300.00
5,863.75
7,000.00
14.98
189.82
179,510.00
2,000.00
1,052.00
1,110.43
42.50
395.00
4,195.02
1,451.77
3,163.91
130.00
600.00
3,567.50
14.65
223.27
35.00
465.59
10.50
900.00
318.08
335.00
1,000.00
1,424.10
770.00
2,791,836.00
2,428.00
1,440.56
3,111.25
2,300.00
381.98
27.67
47.30
30.28
2,900.00
319.38
534.49
619.70
14,067.09
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Vendor Name
STEVE'S SANITATION INC
STREICHERS
SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE LLC
SWEDBERG NURSERY
TAG UP
TERMINtX COMMERCIAL-ST CLOUD
THIS WEEKS SHOPPING NE\1\1S
TK ELEVATOR CORP
1NTREPAIR INC
TRUAX PATIENT SERVICES LLC
ULINE
UMLAUF/DALE
US AUTOFORCE
US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE
VANGUARD APPRAISALS INC
VAUGHN AUTO & MARINE CO
VIKING GARAGE DOOR COMPANY INC
VOSS LIGHTING
WALTERS/CEDAR
WARNER GARAGE DOOR INC
WASTE MANAGEMENT
WAYNE'S TOOL WAGON
WEAKLEND/BONNIE
WEST CENTRAL AREA SCHOOLS
Final Total:
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
November 8, 2022 (Exhibit A)
Amount
142.34
1,000.00
8,789.14
920.00
106.20
127.75
110.88
2,450.00
476.09
237.50
294.68
110.00
855.36
1,483.26
750.00
62.95
294.00
120.00
219.38
975.00
35,878.39
100.10
121.25
300.00
3,741,082.65
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Vendor Name
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC
BREVERfMELISA
CAMPIONlCHAD
CHILO CARE RESOURCE
CL.A Y CO SHERIFF
DEAUCHRISTINE
GREATER MN FAMILY SERVICES
HARRISJLUANN
HAUGRUD/REED
HOYER/ELIZABETH
INDEPENDENT CONTRACT SERVICES OF
JACOBS/SHELLY
KLECANJOARCINA
LEE/NICOLE
MARTIN/MICHAEL
MllBECK/LINDSAY
NICOLE RANAE CONSULTING LlC
OTTERTAIL CO SHERIFF
PACIFIC INTERPRETERS INC
PIKALA/TAYLOR
POTTER/LELAND
PREMIER BIOTECH INC
PREMIER BIOTECH LABS LLC
PRODUCTIVE ALTERNATIVES INC
QUALITY TOYOTA
REGENTS OF THE UNIV OF MN
ROTERING/DEVORA
STINAR/HALEY
VICTOR LUNDEEN COMPANY
Final Total:
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
November 8, 2022 (Exhibit A)
Amount
531.59
104.13
106.36
12,875.00
52.15
81.81
2,500.00
1,147.72
63.13
13.20
800.33
13.20
20.83
74.49
546.34
21.25
89.00
147.20
1,238.75
23.66
217.24
1,190.00
245.40
19,586.01
677.92
1,660.00
196.66
56.29
520.10
44,799.76
OTTERTAIL
COUNTY -MINNESOTA
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Vendor Name
ADAMS/WILLIAM B
AMAZON CAPIT Al SERVICES INC
BARKER/MEGAN
BESEMANfKAREN
CLAY CO HEAL TI-l DEPT
DAHLJMELISSA
DEMMER/ANDREA
ERICKSONIMONIOUE
FIELD/DEB
FRANSEN/JON
FRUSTOUANNE
GEORGESON/ANTHONY
GIBBS/ANN
GUCK/AMY
HENDRICKX/KATHY
HENRY SCHEIN INC
INDEPENDENT CONTRACT SERVICES O.F
JESSER/LEA:H
LEWISJJODI
MARTENSON/PAULA
METZGER/JESSICA
MIDWEEK INCJTI-IE
ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC
OTTER TAIL CO TREASURER
SMVSUSINC
SANOFIPASTEURINC
THIS WEEKS SHOPPING NEWS
VAN SANTEN/DANA
VERIZON WIRELESS
VICTOR LUNDEEN COMPANY
WENTWORTH/KRISTI
WESIBY/LINDA
Final Total:
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
November 8, 2022 (Exhibit A)
Amount
369.31
439.23
200.13
153.75
319.89
133.13
38.75
35.00
50.00
90.79
1.25
60.00
57.50
155.63
20.00
2,594.B8
6,169.13
41.40
93.13
165.63
68.75
457.50
106.17
128.00
624.00
6,279.31
228.75
50.41
864.30
235.00
105.00
50.63
20,386.35