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Home My WebLink AboutBoard of Commissioners - Minutes - 01/22/2002Q 0 MINUTES OF THE OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Otter Tail County Courthouse Commissioners' Room, Floor 1-B Tuesday, January 22, 2002 9:30 a.m. Call to Order The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners convened Tuesday, January 22, 2002, at 9:31 a.m. at the Otter Tail County Courthouse with Dennis Mosher, Chair; Bob Block, Vice-Chair; Syd Nelson, Malcolm Lee, and Roger Froemming present. Approval of Agenda Motion by Lee, second by Froemming, and unanimously carried to approve the County Board agenda of January 22, 2002, as mailed. Approval of Minutes Motion by Nelson, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to approve the County Board minutes of January 15, 2002 as mailed. Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Discussion Chair Mosher opened discussion regarding the CRP program administered by the WOT County Farm Service Agency. David Wass, from the farm agency contacted Chair Mosher regarding the letter received from the Water Plan Committee and endorsed by the County Commissioners. Mr. Wass provided a copy of a USDA Farm Service Agency newsletter promoting the program and expressed his opinion that the FSA is working to promote the program as well as many other programs they administer. Tobacco License Applications Motion by Lee, second by Froemming, and unanimously carried to approve the following applications for license: Raymond D. Rogers Tobacco Big Chief Inc. 22518 Big Chief Rd Fergus Falls, MN 56537 City of Erhard Erhard Municipal Liquor Store US Highway 59 and County Road 24 PO Box 14 Erhard, MN 56534 Cylde D. Schlepp Interstate Fuel & Food Inc. 25947 County Highway 88 Fergus Falls, MN 56537 Robin Johnson Lakeland General Store, Inc. Junction of Highways 34 and 59 22438 Old 59 Road Pelican Rapids, MN 56572 Tobacco Tobacco Tobacco OTCo. Board of Commissioners' Minutes January 22, 2002 Page 2 Application for Exempt Permit 0 The Pelican Rapids Jaycees have submitted an application for an exempt permit for an event scheduled for February 10, 2002 on Lake Lida. Motion by Lee, second by Block, and unanimously carried to waive the 30 day waiting period and to allow the Gambling Control Board to issue an exempt permit to the Pelican Rapids Jaycees before expiration of the waiting period. Credit Card Application Motion by Nelson, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to approve the following credit card application: Darren Kunz, Sheriffs Department -$500 limit Procedure for Purchase of Fixed Assets including Vehicle(s) County Auditor, Wayne Stein, presented a document entitled "Procedure for Purchase of Fixed Assets including Vehicle(s)". Discussion followed. Commissioners expressed appreciation for the procedures and requested time to review the policy before action is taken. Request for Forgiveness of Penalty and Interest The County Auditor presented a request for forgiveness of penalty and interest in the amount of $184.49. The individual handling the estates was unable to pay the penalty amount after Magnar Tenold's death because she did not have the legal authority until very recently. Discussion followed. Motion by Mosher, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to forgive the penalty and interest accrued after Magnar Tenold's death because of the legal issue; however, the penalty amount before Mr. Tenold's death is not abated. Premise Permit -Fergus Falls Hockey Association Otter Tail County Resolution No, 2002 -03 Commissioner Mosher offered the following and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, the responsibility for the regulation of lawful gambling and the issuance of licenses and permits for the conduct of lawful gambling lies with the Minnesota Gambling Control Board; and WHEREAS, the Fergus Falls Hockey Association, Fergus Falls, MN, has made an application to the Gambling Control Board for a premise permit to conduct lawful gambling at the Graystone on Ottertail, Inc, in Everts 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 approving the application for a permit; and WHEREAS, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners is aware of no reason to oppose the conduct of lawful gambling by the Fergus Falls Hockey Association, Fergus Falls, MN, at the Graystone on Ottertail Inc., in Everts Township of Otter Tail County. 0 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners hereby approves the conduct of lawful gambling by Fergus Fall Hockey Association, Fergus Falls, MN, at the Graystone on Ottertail Inc., in Everts Township of Otter Tail County, provided the 0 applicant meets all the necessary criteria for the licenses and permits as required by the Gambling Control Board. 0 OTCo. Board of Commissioners' Minutes January 22, 2002 Page 3 IT IS FURTHER RESOLVED, that notice of this application and approval shall be provided to the Township of Everts by sending them a copy of this resolution. Commissioner Froemming seconded the motion, and upon being put to vote, was unanimously carried. Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 22nd day of January, 2002. Attest: ~~ ;{L_ Larry KrohnTrk' :7~,Z:OF COMMISSIONERS Dennis Mosher, County Board Chair : Auditor's Department Reorganization County Auditor, Wayne Stein, presented a new flow chart for the Auditor's office delineating .different functions within his department including finance, licensing, voting/election, and land/title :,transfers. He reported that Maximus has reviewed job descriptions and the proposed structure. iDiscussion followed. By general consensus, the Commissioners requested that Mr. Stein bring this proposal to the Personnel Committee. Recess & Reconvene At 10:48 a.m., Chair Mosher. declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recessed for a short break. The meeting was reconvened at 11 :00 a.m. Ordinance Discussion Land & Resource Director, Bill Kalar, presented ordinance discussion items from the Planning Commission meeting held January 16, 2002. The Planning Commission reviewed the Becker County Tubing Ordinance, then identified other concerns that started with lot size, lake classifications, and proposed plats by emergent aquatic vegetation. DNR Hydrologist, Terry Lejcher, spoke regarding lot sizes and potential to change lake classifications to protect the smaller lakes in Otter Tail County. He suggested establishment of special protection districts by looking at soils, adequate separation, elevation, aquatic vegetation at the site, etc. The Fisheries Department has agreed to provide information to identify aquatic vegetation sensitive to development that could be entered into the County's GIS system. This information could be used as a planning tool and to give the Planning Commission stricter guidelines when making decisions. Commissioner Lee suggested using information on loon habitats and spawning areas as well. Surface water use was discussed. Mr. Lejcher expressed concern with the amount of impervious area around the lakes. People are building larger homes on lots, which can cause run-off problems with the property. Lake-scaping is one solution to provide a buffer on the land. Commissioners requested the Land & Resource Director to return to the County Board February 5, 2002, to continue discussion regarding protection of water in the County and potential ordinance changes. Resolution Authorizing Signature of Board of Water Resources Natural Resources Block Grant Documents Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2002 -04 Commissioner Nelson offered the following and moved its adoption: OTCo. Board of Commissioners' Minutes January 22, 2002 Page4 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED: THAT THE Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners approves of Otter Tail County entering into a Grant Agreement with the State of Minnesota to receive State funds for the implementation of its Comprehensive Local Water Plan, the administration of the Wetland Conservation Act, administration of the DNR Shoreland Program, and MPCA ISTS Program, under the terms of the Grant Agreement and all statutory requirements; and THAT THE Otter Tail County Board -of Commissioners requests the 2002 expenditure of $77,306 cash and authorizes $68,306 in-kind contributions, from Otter Tail County and East & West Soil and Water Conservation District, to match the Natural Resources Block Grant and the Grant Agreement. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, THAT THE Chairperson of the County Board of Commissioners and the County Auditor or County Administrator are authorized to execute the Grant Agreement together with all related documents. Commissioner Froemming seconded the motion, and upon being put to vote, was unanimously carried. Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 22nd day of January, 2002. L COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Atlest ~ 6)1_ Larry Kfohn,lerk North Star Corridor Commuter Train Otter Tail County Resolution No. 2002 -05 Commissioner Lee offered the following and moved its adoption: WHEREAS, railroad tracks exist in the corridor between St. Cloud and the Twin Cities that could be used for commuter rail service; and WHEREAS, commuter rail service can be a cost effective and efficient means of transporting commuters and other passengers; and WHEREAS, although the proposed North Star Corridor does not reach into Otter Tail County, the system could be used by county residences for part of their trip to the Twin Cities, and a successful commuter train service in the North Star Corridor could lead to passenger service reaching into or through Otter Tail County in the future. 0 0 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners is in 0 support of the proposed North Star Corridor commuter rail service currently being proposed. Commissioner Nelson seconded the motion, and upon being put to vote, was unanimously carried. OTCo. Board of Commissioners' Minutes January 22, 2002 Page 5 Q Adopted this 22nd day of January, 2002. 0 (J Dated: / -.2, '1 -:2.0o ?--' Attest: ~ ¢ Larry i<rofu;: Cler :~~OF COMMISSIONERS Dennis Mosher, County Board Chair Adjournment At 12:15 p.m., Chair Mosher declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners adjourned until Tuesday, January 22, 2002. Dated: I -d-9 -d. {)() ?--, A ... , &1 ¢ Larry°Kroh~ Cler ~y~~_z: OF COMMISSIONERS Dennis Mosher, County Board Chair 0 Otter Tail County Warrants January 22, 2002 Attachment A, Page 1 1/23/2002 9:22:01 OTTER TAIL COUNTY AUDITOR PANELSON RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS SYSTEM WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION WARRANTS APPROVED ON 1/22/2002 FOR PAYMENT VENDOR NAME AQUA LAWN ASSOCIATION OF MN COUNTIES ATSSA AUTO GLASS SPECIALISTS INC. BEST INC. BLIZZARD BLADE BOB BARKER COMPANY INC. BRAD BOTNER EXCAVATING BRANDON COMMUNICATIONS INC CO-OP SERVICES INC COMMISSIONER OF TRANSPORTATION COOPER'S TECHNOLOGY GROUP CORPORATE EXPRESS CORPORATE TECHNOLOGIES CULLIGAN CUTLER MAGNER COMPANY DACOTAH PAPER COMPANY THE DAILY JOURNAL DALTON LUMBER CO DENNY'S ENTERPRISES INC DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY DOCUTECH CONSULTING INC. EAST OTTER TAIL CO EXTENSION ECONO SALES AND SERVICE FARNAM'S GENUINE PARTS, INC FERGUS FALLS POLICE DEPARTMENT CITY FERGUS FALLS FERGUS SURPLUS GE CAPITAL GOODIN COMPANY GR GRAPHICS INC HALL GMC INC. HENNING ADVOCATE HINTGEN-KARST & ASSOC. INC. SHELDON HOLM HONEYWELL IBM CORPORATION INNOVATIVE OFFICE SOLUTIONS INTERTECHNOLOGIES GROUP K-MART KELLY SERVICES INC. LINDA KESKITALO KOEP'S CLITHERALL CORNER LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE LAKEWAY MARKET LARRY OTT INC. TRUCK SERVICE LIBERTY BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC LOCATORS & SUPPLIES INC. M-R SIGN CO. AMOUNT 221.13 300.00 380.00 190.96 3,496.05 187.00 142.14 41.25 691,81 102.60 73 o . 31 75.76 595.87 40.00 42.05 5,438.93 32.75 213. 17 27.26 49,01 510.00 4,352.50 68.00 140.09 68.93 3,081.90 4,147.03 89.28 233.65 90.85 1,084.81 1,499.27 61.94 225.25 69.18 1,382.25 41.50 1,972.10 17.05 15.96 296. 00 100.96 111.00 400.00 135.52 1,175.00 5.00 150.55 827.25 IFD66 COUNTY 56 PAGE 1 1/22/2002 Otter Tail County Warrants January 22, 2002 Attachment A, Page 2 l/23/2002 9:22:0l OTTER TAIL COUNTY AUDITOR PANELSON RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS SYSTEM WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION IFD66 COUNTY 56 PAGE 2 WARRANTS APPROVED ON l/22/2002 FOR PAYMENT l/22/2002 VENDOR NAME MAEE MAIN STREET EXPRESS MARKHURD CORPORATION .STEWART MENSING MID-CENTRAL EQUIPMENT INC. MILLER & HOLMES INC. MN CO ATTORNEY'S ASSOCIATION MN SHERIFFS' ASSOCIATION N.F. FIELD ABSTRACT CO INC NARDINI FIRE EQUIPMENT NELSON FORD GARY.NELSON SYDNEY NELSON . NICE THREADS INC NORTH UNION TEXACO NORTHERN IRRIGATION OFFICE DEPOT OLSON OIL CO. OTTER TAIL CO AUDITOR OTTER TAIL CO RECYCLING OTTER TAIL CO.TREASURER OTTER TAIL TELCOM OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY OVERLAND MECHANICAL SERVICES PAMIDA INC. PAMIDA PHARMACY PERHAM CO-OP CREAMERY PERHAM CONOCO PERHAM PRINTING CITY PERHAM THE PIERCE CO. PRO AG FARMERS COOPERATIVE PRODUCTIVE ALTERNATIVES INC, REVIEW ENTERPRISES INC. RINGDAHL AMBULANCE SERVICE ROCHE DIAGNOSTICS CORPORATION ROCHFORD & HUTMACHER PROP LLC ROYAL TIRE SHERWIN WILLIAMS SHULTZ TORGERSON ARCHITECTS, L SIEGEL DISPLAY PRODUCTS SOUTHTOWN C-STORE STEIN'S INC. STUNTEBECK FORD, INC TRI-STATE TIRE UNIFORMS UNLIMITED UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE UNIV OF MINNESOTA-PRINTING SER UNIVERSITY OF MN-EXTENSION SER AMOUNT 670.00 334.48 9,750.00 25l.43 90.42 537.99 421.00 2,124.00 1,500.00 914.75 2 83 . 01 l0.50 149.65 333.00 135.37 26.58 69.24 355.89 28.50 195.46 302,00 590.58 180,00 132.16 42,47 2,384.41 88.00 371.75 38.76 6,926.15 117.27 978.39 143, 92 38.00 52.00 532.50 172. 3 6 538.89 105.71 1,125.00 13.33 230.01 606.62 495.00 590.26 229.88 20,000.00 184.45 70.55 . 0 . 0 0 '• . 0 1/23/2002 9:22:01 **** Otter Tail County Warrants January 22, 2002 Attachment A, Page 3 OTTER TAIL COUNTY AUDITOR PANELSON RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS SYSTEM WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION IFD66 COUNTY 56 PAGE 3 WARRANTS APPROVED ON 1/22/2002 FOR PAYMENT 1/22/2002 VENDOR NAME VALLEY SOFT WATER VARITECH INDUSTRIES VAUGHN CHEVROLET CO VICTOR LUNDEEN COMPANY VOSS LIGHTING WASTE MANAGEMENT WASTE MANAGEMENT OF NO MINNESO RANDY WASVICK WELDING SUPPLIES & FIRE WEST GROUP PAYMENT CTR. ,/IDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOC. ZEE SERVICE COMPANY 210 LUBE EXPRESS FINAL TOTAL ...... . AMOUNT 35.56 26 .13 27.62 47.31 230.25 14,270.89 55.74 188.93 11.50 6,133.75 131.00 66,93 24.90 $112,063.07 ****