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MINUTES OF THE
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Otter Tail County Courthouse
Commissioners' Room, Floor 1-8
Tuesday, April 25, 2000
9:00 a.m.
Call to Order
The Otter Tail County Human Services Board convened Tuesday, April 25, 2000, at 9:00 a.m. at
the Otter Tail County Courthouse with Commissioners Virginia Partmann, Chair;
Roger Froemming, Vice-Chair; Syd Nelson, Malcolm Lee, and Dennis Mosher present.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Lee, second by Froemming, and unanimously carried to approve the Human Services
Board agenda of April 25, 2000, as presented.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Lee, second by Froemming, and unanimously carried to approve the Human Services
Board minutes of April 11, 2000, as mailed.
Legislative Update
Monthly Caseload Statistics
Court Services Director, Chuck Kitzman, briefed the board on legislative proposals. Mr. Kitzman
expressed concern of the potential cost to the county if the felony DWI proposal becomes law.
Chair Partmann requested that Mr. Kitzman contact our local legislators to express how this would
impact the county. Commissioner Lee requested data regarding the number of alcohol related
offenses after the change in the law of contributing to minors. The 50% reimbursement for
probation officers is not moving along the legislative system. The data practices bill for sharing
information and the Red Wing Facility proposal continue to be considered. Mr. Kitzman provided
Otter Tail County Court Services adult -juvenile monthly caseload statistics. The year 2000
statistics have decreased from 1999.
Sliding Fee Scale for Year 2000
Public Health Director, Diane Thorson, presented the sliding fee scale for home care for year 2000.
The fee scale starts at poverty level with income and assets considered.
Motion by Lee, second by Mosher, and unanimously carried to approve the following sliding fee
scale for year 2000 for home health care effective May 1, 2000:
ASSET LEVELS GROSS INCOME %OF NURSE AIDE PT
LEVELS CHANGES
ANNUAL/MONTH
$3,000 OR LESS 8350/696 20% $ 20.00 $ 10.00 $ 24.00
MA ELIGIBLE
$ 3,001 -10,000 12525/1044 (150%) 30% $ 30.00 $ 15.00 $ 36.00
$10,001 -20,000 16700/1392 (200%) 40% $ 40.00 $ 20.00 $ 48.00
$20,001 -30,000 20875/1740 (250%) 50% $ 50.00 $ 25.00 $ 60.00
$30,001 -40,000 25050/2088 (300%) 60% $ 60.00 $ 30.00 $ 72.00
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$40,001 -50,000
$50,001 -60,000
$60,001 -70,000
$70,001 -80,000
29225/2435 (350%) 70% $ 70.00
33400/2783 (400%) 80% $ 80.00
37575/3131 (450%) 90% $ 90.00
41750/3479 (500%) 100% $100.00
University of Minnesota Resolution
Mid-Level Dental Provider
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2000-26
$ 35.00 $ 84.00
$ 40.00 $ 96.00
$ 45.00 $108.00
$ 50.00 $120.00
Upon a motion by Lee, second by Nelson and unanimously carried, the Otter Tail County Board of
Commissioners adopts the following resolution:
WHEREAS, the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry is exploring the possibility of making
an application for a Robert Wood Johnson Grant to develop a five year pilot program to help
evaluate the concept of a mid-level dental provider working under the general supervision of a
licensed dentist, and
WHEREAS, the concept includes establishing a dental component at a public health clinic utilizing
a mid-level dental provider and contracting with an individual dentist or dental group who would
supervise under general supervision, and
WHEREAS, the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry has been providing dental services at
Otter Tail County Public Health Dental Clinic, and
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WHEREAS, a public health clinic site should be identified in the concept paper submitted for the r\
Robert Wood Johnson Grant, •
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the Otter Tail County Human Services Board authorizes
the Otter Tail County Public Health Department to participate in this pilot project if it is funded.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN, this 25th day of April 2000.
Dated: 'M 0, ~ ~ 2 OQ') I
Attest La~,.41'
HUMAN SERVICES BOARD
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Virgin· Portmann, Human Services Board Chair
Public Health Agency Pilot Project
Ms. Thorson reported that the State of Minnesota has agreed to be a pilot site to determine how
well the Public Health Departments are performing the ten mandated public health services.
County agencies have agreed to participate in the program because it will provide a standardized
process for evaluation. This project will begin next August or September. Commissioners will be
involved in the process as well as the CHS Advisory Committee to provide community input.
Legislative Update ,
John Dinsmore, Human Services Director, reported that the Child Protection/Domestic Abuse 0
repealer bill (SF 3410) has been signed by the Governor. This bill repeals four definitions of
neglect for purposes of child abuse reporting that were passed into law last year. This unfunded
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mandate would have cost counties a significant amount of money. The Governor also signed the
Day Training and Habilitation funding bill (SF 1896)
Task Force for Pricing Strategy for State Operated Services
The OHS is requesting MACSSA participation on a task force to discuss the new pricing strategy
(person/service specific) for state operated services. Mr. Dinsmore will participate in this task
force.
Statewide Governing Board to Set Policy Direction for State Operated Services
The Minnesota OHS is seeking applications for a new statewide governing board that will set
strategic policy direction for State Operated Services, the area of the department that provides
direct services to people with mental illness, developmental disabilities, chemical dependency, and
traumatic brain injury. The fifteen-member board will be advisory to the department and its
commissioner. Lengthy discussion took place regarding regionalization relative to the governing
board vs. statewide type of governing, funding issues, and current regional service centers.
Mr. Dinsmore requested direction regarding whom the board would recommend to represent Otter
Tail County on this state advisory board. Chair Partmann requested further research regarding the
proposed board. An application will be submitted before the May 1st deadline date with intent to
appoint a representative.
Program Planning for Integrated Services
Mr. Dinsmore presented a handout of responses to program planning questions to the Ml/CD
Project Workgroup. The Workgroup is conducting program planning to provide "integrated
treatment to persons with the co-occurring disorders of mental illness and chemical dependency".
Otter Tail County Social Services fully supports this collaborative needs assessment.
Family Services Collaborative Discussion
Diane Thorson attended a Collaborative planning meeting last Thursday. She presented several
needs identified by the Collaborative. When the McKnight funding ends, how will the funding be
sustained if there is still assistance required for the welfare to work initiative. Another area that ties
in with public health is tobacco, alcohol, and drug use by teens that ties in directly with truancy
issues. The Collaborative discussed the effectiveness of using an in-school suspension program
off school grounds rather than out of school suspension. The Mental Health school project is
moving forward and will be ready by August 1, 2000.
Bills & Claims
Motion by Froemming, second by Nelson, and unanimously carried to approve the Human
Services bills and claims as presented.
Adjournment
At 10:15 a.m., Chair Partmann declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Human Services
Board adjourned until 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, May 9, 2000.
Dated: 'y¼c-a-9, :z coo
(J Attest /,2°(/; ~
Larry Kr n, erk
ortmann, Human Services Board Chair
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Call to Order
The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners convened Tuesday, April 25, 2000, at Q
10:20 a.m. at the Otter Tail County Courthouse with Commissioners Virginia Partmann, Chair;
Roger Froemming, Vice-Chair; Syd Nelson, Malcolm Lee, and Dennis Mosher present.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Nelson, second by Mosher, and unanimously carried to approve the County Board
agenda of April 25, 2000, as presented.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Froemming, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to approve the County Board
minutes of April 18, 2000, as mailed.
Approval of License Applications
Motion by Nelson, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to approve the following applications
for license.
Elmer E. Neumann
Elmer's Texas Bar-B-Q
Battle Lake, MN
Michael and Laurel M. Gooier
Pair A Dice Resort
Perham, MN
John Kent Morgan
Pelican Hills Park, Inc.
Pelican Rapids, MN
Mary Jo Schroeder
Schroeder's Grocery & Hardware
Dalton, MN
R.E. and Carol J. Hockersmith
Silent Rainbow Resort
Dent, MN
Thomas W. Hanson
Zorbaz on Otter Tail
Battle Lake, MN
Premise Permit
On-Sale Wine
On-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor
On/Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor
Tobacco
Tobacco
On/Off-Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor
Seasonal On-Sale Intoxicating Liquor
and Sunday Liquor
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2000 -27
Upon a motion by Nelson, second by Mosher and unanimously carried, the Otter Tail County
Board of Commissioners adopts the following resolution:
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WHEREAS, the responsibility for the regulation of lawful gambling and the issuance of licenses Q
and permits for the conduct of lawful gambling lies with the Minnesota Gambling Control Board;
and
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WHEREAS, the VFW Post 612, Fergus Falls, MN, has made an application to the Gambling
Control Board for a premise permit to conduct lawful gambling at the Ten Mile Lake Steakhouse, in
Tumuli Township of Otter Tail County; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute 349.213 provides that the Gambling Control Board may not issue a
premise permit unless they receive a resolution from the Otter Tail County Board of
Commissioners to approve the permit; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners is aware of no reason to oppose the
conduct of lawful gambling by the VFW Post 612, Fergus Falls, MN, at the Ten Mile Lake
Steakhouse, in Tumuli Township of Otter Tail County;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners
hereby approves the conduct of lawful gambling by the VFW Post 612, Fergus Falls, MN at Ten
Mile Lake Steakhouse, in Tumuli Township of Otter Tail County, provided the applicant meets all
the necessary criteria for the licenses and permits as required by the Gambling Control Board.
IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that notice of this application and approval shall be provided to the
Township of Tumuli by sending them a copy of this resolution.
Adopted this 25th day of April, 2000.
Dated: 'm°"& ~, 2..cco D OF COMMISSIONERS
Attest ~~ Larry Kroh: cirk
Approval of Vehicle Purchase
Solid Waste Director, Mike Hanan, provided quotations to replace a 1991 Ford pickup used for site
inspections and well and gas vent inspections. The 1991 Ford pickup originally purchased for that
purpose will be used for the Household Hazardous Waste program and Recycling program.
Discussion followed.
Motion by Mosher, second by Froemming, and carried with Lee abstaining, to purchase the year
2000 GMC 1500 from Falls Automotive, in the amount of $22,197 (low quote), if the vehicle is
available through the state contract. If that vehicle cannot be found, the alternate bid by Falls
Automotive for a 2001 Dodge Ram at a cost of $22,643 may be purchased.
Chair Partmann directed all Department Heads purchasing vehicles to submit their requests to
Mitzi in the Auditor's office no later than September of 2000, for 2001 vehicle and pickup
purchases. Mr. Hanan suggested that because bids are coming primarily from the state contract,
you don't necessarily receive better prices by purchasing in quantity. The Chair did not agree and
requested that one person take care of the purchasing. This will be beneficial for the Capital
Improvement Committee as the committee can review all of the vehicle purchases at one time and
the deadlines for securing state contract bids should not be an issue.
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Recess & Reconvene
At 10:45 a.m., Chair Partmann recessed the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Q
Commissioners for a Personnel Committee meeting. The meeting was reconvened at 11 :01 a.m. · ·.
Planning Commission Recommendations
Conditional Use Permit-Dora Township:
Motion by Lee, second by Nelson, and unanimously carried to approve a Conditional Use Permit to
repair a road (no. T-758) because of safety problems relative to visibility near Shallow Lake (Sec.
26 & 27, Twp. 136N, R. 41W, Dora Township, Lake No. 56-515) with conditions as recommended
by the Planning Commission.
Conditional Use Permit -Dale Pierce:
Motion by Lee, second by Froemming, and unanimously carried to approve a Conditional Use
Permit to build a driveway from a township road to a lake lot on Lake Lida (Sec. 27, Twp. 136, R.
42, Lida Township, Lake No. 56-747) with conditions as recommended by the Planning
Commission.
Conditional Use Permit -Donald Klaksvik:
Motion by Mosher, second by Froemming, and unanimously carried to approve a Conditional Use
Permit to upgrade a present driveway near Lake Norway (Sec. 19, Twp. 133N, R. 41W, Sverdrup
Township, Lake No. 56-569) with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission.
Conditional Use Permit -Tom Greenagel & Gary Spies:
Motion by Froemming, second by Nelson, and unanimously carried to approve a Conditional Use 0
Permit to replace an old trail with a new road and put in a driveway to the Greenagel cottage on
East Battle Lake (Sec. 34, Twp. 133, R. 39, Girard Township, Lake No. 56-138) with conditions as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
Conditional Use Permit -Cordell Kittelson, et al:
Motion by Lee, second by Mosher, and unanimously carried to approve a Conditional Use Permit
to build a driveway from County Road 30 to a proposed building site near Olaf Lake (Sec. 11,
Twp. 136, R. 44, Norwegian Grove Township, Lake No. 56-950) as requested.
Conditional Use Permit -Mavis Madsen:
Motion by Lee, second by Froemming, and unanimously carried to approve a Conditional Use
Permit lo fill in an area for garage and parking and to create an equal wetland area on Lake Lizzie
(Sec. 29, Twp. 137, R. 42, Dunn Township, Lake No. 56-760) as requested.
Conditional Use Permit -Thomas Friedkin:
Motion by Nelson, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to approve a Conditional Use Permit to
move 4,000 cu. yds. of soil located directly behind the building site on Lake Seven (Sec. 7,
Twp. 137, R. 48, Hobart Township, Lake No. 56-358) with conditions as recommended by the
Planning Commission.
Conditional Use Permit -R. Craig Rude:
Motion· by Lee, second by Froemming, and carried with Mosher abstaining, to approve a
Conditional Use Permit to construct retaining wall(s) on the Otter Tail River (Sec. 32, Twp. 133, R. Q
42, Aurdal Township, 56-5047) with conditions as recommended by the Planning Commission.
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Conditional Use Permit -East Silent Resort, Carolyn & Don Herron:
Motion by Lee, second by Nelson, and unanimously carried to approve a Conditional Use Permit
for a five-year improvement plan for East Silent Resort on East Silent Lake (Sec. 33, Twp. 136,
R. 41, Dora Township Lake No. 56-517) with conditions as recommended by the Planning
Commission and an additional condition, that this CUP is approved for this project for a five year
period.
Approval to Proceed with Hiring
Motion by Lee, second by Mosher, and unanimously carried to authorize the Sheriffs Department
to proceed with replacing a position early summer before the current employee is scheduled to
leave to allow for some training time.
Approval of Full-Time Position -Treasurer's Office
Motion by Lee, second by Mosher, and unanimously carried to approve one FTE position in the
Treasurer's office to replace 2 -50% FTE positions.
Recess & Reconvene
At 11 :25 a.m., Chair Partmann recessed the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of
Commissioners for a short break. The meeting was reconvened at 11 :30 a.m.
Performance Evaluation Summary
Motion by Mosher, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to authorize the Chair's signature to
accept the positive performance evaluation summary of County Coordinator, Larry Krohn, as
presented. The summary will be placed in his personnel file.
Viewing of Property Required for CSAH No. 4 Highway Project
Highway Engineer, Rick West, stated that this meeting is in response to a reconstruction project,
S.P. 56-604-09 on CSAH No. 4 from TH 59 East to CSAH 31 with a length of approximately 4.2
miles. The issue deals with parcel no. 24 of the right-of-way acquisition process. All parcels have
been acquired except parcel no. 24. The purpose of today's meeting is to review the project to
answer questions and for the board to view the property as required under M.S. 163.12. The
project is being constructed to the current federal aid standards. There are federal highway dollars
that are funding a portion of the project. The project is scheduled for construction this season with
completion of surfacing in year 2001. This is an alternative procedure to eminent domain that is
authorized for highway purposes specifically by statute. The board gave notice on April 4, 2000,
and sent notice to the 3 owners of the parcel and posted notice for more than 1 O days so statutory
requirements for having this hearing have been met. Property owner, Mary Armstrong, presented
affidavits from her sister and brother to authorize Ms. Armstrong and her counsel to speak on their
behalf. Keven Rolof, attorney for Ms. Armstrong, stated that the property owners were in
opposition to the project and that no sum of money can compensate for the way in which the road
is proposed to be moved. Mr. Rolof stated that it appears the road will be right outside her back
doorstep and create a safety and noise issue. Present were all seated commissioners, the County
Attorney, County Coordinator, Highway Engineer, Highway Design Technician, Ms. Mary
Armstrong, Attorney Kevin Rolof, and the Recording Secretary.
Recess & Reconvene
At approximately 11 :35 a.m., Chair Partmann recessed the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board
of Commissioners until viewing of the property.
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At 1 :52 p.m., the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at the above
referenced property, parcel no. 24 on CSAH No. 4, with the above-referenced individuals present. Q
The Highway Engineer and Todd Smedstad, Design Engineer, pointed out the right-of-way stakes
and explained where the road is proposed to be moved. Lengthy discussion followed. Mr. West
stated that the fair market value of the right-of-way acquisition for parcel no. 24 is $686.31. He
explained the process of obtaining a second appraisal to procedurally appeal the value if the
owners believe the price is too low. Chair Partmann stated that a decision would be made at the
next regular board meeting after all comments have been considered.
Adjournment
At 3:10 p.m., upon arrival back at the courthouse in Fergus Falls, Chair Partmann declared the
meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners adjourned until 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday,
May 2, 2000.
Dated: __ )',\o,L....>0 .. ,'10~~ ............ a. ... a~OO~----OARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Attest: ~· ~
Larryl<rorr, Crk
1a Partmann, County Board Chair
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