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Call to Order
The Otter Tail County Human Services Board convened Tuesday, July 22, 1997 at 9:30 a.m. at
the Otter Tail County Courthouse_ with Commissioners Bill Stone, Chairman; Syd Nelson,
Malcolm Lee, Andy Lindquist, and Virginia Portmann present.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Lindquist, second by Portmann, and unanimously carried to approve the Human
Services agenda of July 22, 1997 as presented.
Approval .of Minutes
Motion by Lindquist, second by Nelson, and unanimously carried to approve the Human Services
minutes of July 8, 1997 as presented.
Juvenile Restitution Grant
The Court Services Director provided a copy, for the record, of the Juvenile Restitution Grant
Program for fiscal year 1998 from the Minnesota Department of Corrections which provides $2,000
for Otter Tail County's restitution program.
Family Services Collaborative
Public Health Director Diane Thorson, reported that she has received official notice of receiving
$23,000 from the McKnight Foundation for "Welfare to Work" planning through the Family Services
Collaborative.
PMAP vs Countywide Purchasing
Diane Thorson reported that a survey regarding PMAP vs countywide purchasing has been sent to
all providers located in Otter Tail County including primary clinics, mental health providers,
hospitals, chiropractors, dentists, and vision care providers. Ms. Thorson reviewed the questions
on the survey. She stated that they have not received back enough of the surveys, at this time, to
determine the feelings of the majority of providers. These providers have been invited to a
meeting with county officials on August 5, 1997 at 7:00 p.m. in the County Commissioners' Room.·
Provider input will be considered for a recommendation and decision at the August 12th Human
Services meeting. Additionally, Ms. Thorson reviewed questions regarding PMAP .and countywide
purchasing for MA and GAMC clients submitted to her from the Fergus Falls Medical Group. She
reviewed responses to these questions. Discussion followed.
County Attorney present at 9:53 a.m.
Otter Tail Community Health Board and Mid-State Community Health Board
Joint Agreement
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 97-37
Upon a motion by Lindquist, second by Portmann, and unanimously carried, the Otter.Tail County
Board of Commissioners adopts the following resolution:
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WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute 145.04, Subd. 5 provides the authority for two Community Health
Boards to contract with each other; and
WHEREAS, Mid-State and Otter Tail County Health Boards desire to obtain funding for Family
Planning Special Project Grants and believe it would be mutually beneficial to apply to the
Minnesota Department of Health jointly for such funding;
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration the parties agree as follows:
1. Mid-State and Otter Tail Community Health Boards shall jointly apply for Family Planning
Special Project grants from the Minnesota Department of Health.
2. The local agency and fiscal agent shall be Mid-State Community Health Board.
3. To cooperate in preparing and filling the joint application for grant funding, perform the
services, and divide the funds in the manner specified in the joint application.
4. To the assurances and agreements submitted as part of the joint application.
5. Should the Minnesota Department of Health approve and fund the application, to comply
with and be bound by the provisions of the grants contract executed between the
Department and Mid-State, acting as the lead agency.
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6. The duration of this agreement shall be from January 1, 1998 through December 31, 1999 Q
or until all such obligations of the contract .are fulfilled. This agreement shall terminate in
the event the Family Planning Special Project grant monies are not awarded pursuant to
the parties' joint application.
· Adopted this 22nd day of July, 1997.
UMAN SERVICES
By··~;~
Diane Thorson, Director
Department of Public Health
Approval of WIC Contract
Motion by Nelson, second by Lindquist, and unanimously carried to approve the WIG Program
Contract effective October 1, 1997 through September 30, 1998, and to authorize the CHS
Administrator to sign the contract on behalf of the County Board.
Bills & Claims
Motion by Lindquist, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to approve the Human Services bills
and claims as presented.
Minnesota Grown Supplemental Food Program 0
Social Services Director, Tom Fawcett, requested authorization to send a letter of interest to the
MDA for the "Minnesota Grown" program. The program is for recipients losing food stamps due to
the new citizenship requirements.
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Motion by Partmann; second by Lee, and carried with Stone opposed, to proceed with an interest
to participate.in the Minnesota Grown program as described by the Social Services Director.
Child Care Fund
Mr. Fawcett provided 1997 Child Care Fund information for January through June of '97.
Discussion followed regarding increased need for child care and a change in licensing laws.
Long Term Care Rates
A summary of long term care rate changes was-presented. All providers instituted rate changes
effective July 1, 1997.
Contract Approval -"A Place to Belong"
Because this pilot project is under the CSSA plan, a motion was offered by Partmann, seconded
. by Lee; and unanimously carried to authorize the appropriate officials' signatures to execute a
contract between Otter Tail County and "A Place to Belong" subject to the approval of the County
Attorney. The contract provides for the operation of the club as an Adult Mental Health service.
By~'()~· Dated ,A,'?3«c±i lrl, J9o/7
Kathy ~mholt, Recording Secretary
Call to Order
The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners convened Tuesday, July 22, 1997 at 1 :06 p.m. at
the Otter Tail County Courthouse with Commissioners Andy Lindquist, Chair; Syd Nelson,
. Malcolm Lee; Bill Stone, and Virginia Portmann present.
Approval of Agenda
Motion by Nelson, second by Portmann, and unanimously carried to approve the County Board
agenda of July 22, 1997 as presented with the following addition:
' Approval to Pay Bills at 1 :25 p.m.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Stone, second by Lee, ·and unanimously carried to approve the Otter Tail County Board
of Commissioners minutes of July 15, 1997 as presented.
County Attorney present at 1 :09 p.m. ·
MN Department of Revenue Meeting Update
Auditor, Wayne Stein, reported on a July 9th Department of Revenue meeting concerning property
tax law changes. The Auditor presented several budget and property tax informational handouts.
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Radio Communications Update
Chief Deputy, Mark Morris, briefed the board regarding the upcoming radio communication update.
The console and handsets will be replaced as the system is over ten years old. Further discussion
will take place at the next regular board meeting with the consulting engineer, John DuBois. Q
Resolution Authorizing Execution of the
West Central Minnesota Task Force Grant·
Otter Tail County Resolution No. 97-38
Upon a motion by Stone, second by Nelson, and unanimously carried, the Otter Tail County Board
of Commissioners adopts the following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that the Otter Tail County Sheriff's Department enter into a cooperative
agreement with the Office of Drug Policy and Violence Prevention in the Minnesota Department of
Children, Families, and Learning for the project entitled West Central Minnesota (WCM) Narcotics
Task Force Grant during the period from January 1, 1998 through December 31, 1998.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that Gary A. Nelson, Sheriff of Otter Tail County, is hereby
authorized to execute such agreements and amendments as necessary to implement the project
on behalf of the Otter Tail County Sheriff's Department.
Adopted this 22 nd day of July, 1997.
Dated: .n"J,.c.,,ct-; S:, /99'7
Attest:~~~~ i;Krohn,ci1<
Approval. to Pay Bills
Motion by Stone, second by Nelson, and unanimously carried to approve the bills per Attachment
A of these minutes.
Stipulation for Entry of Judgment
Motion by Partmann, second by Lee, and unanimously carried to authorize the Chair's signature to
execute a revised Stipulation for Entry of Judgment in a tax appeal matter between Nutrico, Inc.,
owner of Ponderosa Restaurant, and Otter Tail County.
Discussion -Turkey Feedlot-Near Maplewood
Commissioner Partmann requested continued discussion regarding the MPCA and their
impending decision relative to the proposed Turkey Feedlot near Maplewood State Park.
Commissioner Partmann spoke in favor of land use regulation and putting this decision on the
ballot. Additionally, Ms. Partmann suggested a moratorium on feedlots so the county has time to
plan.
Commissioner Lindquist reported .that he spoke with MPCA Commissioner, Pedar Larson, and Q
requested that the MPCA table a decision on the feedlot to allow examination of the water and
manure management plans and a chance to offer opponents of the feedlot an opportunity to
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purchase this property. Commissioner Lindquist stated that land use regulation could go on the
general election ballot in 1998.
Commissioner Lee reported that he has received many calls on this issue; both for the proposed
feedlot and against the proposal. He suggested that a commission be requested to research the
issue and provide their ideas.
Commissioner Nelson stated that land use is an issue that needs to be dealt with and is important
to some people. He is comfortable now with the decision being made in the ballot box.
Commissioner Stone was in agreement.
Budget Committee
At Commissioner Lee's request, Commissioner Nelson will serve on the Budget Committee
effective Thursday, July 24, 1997.
Recessed and Closed to the Public
At 1 :56 p.m., Chair Lindquist recessed the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of
Commissioners until 2:00 p.m. At 2:00 p.m., a motion was offered by Partmann, seconded by
Lee, and unanimously carried to reconvene the meeting closed to the public for the purpose of
evaluating the performance of Rick Sytsma, Building Maintenance Supervisor, pursuant to M.S.
471.705 Subd. 1d (d). A summary report of performance conclusions will be provided at the next
regular board meeting.
Adjournment
Upon conclusion of the closed session at 2: 15 p.m., Chairman Lindquist declared the meeting of
the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners adjourned until Tuesday, August 5, 1997 at
9:30 a.m.
Dated: ·~"ID-£ /997
By
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Attest: ~ cf)~ oflyj ~4.::i
Lar Krohn, Clerif
Attachment ·
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BI/HSJOLIE
OTTER TAIL COUNTY.AUDITOR
RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS SYSTEM
WARRANTS FORTPUBLICATION
WARRANTS APPROVED ON 7/22/97 FOR PAYMENT
VENDOR NAME
AL'S STOP & SHOP INC.
BATTLE LAKE AUTO PARTS
BATTLE LAKE FARMERS UNION OIL
BATTLE "LAKE STANDARD
BEST INC.
BRAD BOTNER EXCAVATING
C & C ELECTRONIC CENTER
CARQUEST AUTO PARTS CHAPIN CONST. BULLETIN INC.
CO-OP SERVICES INC.
COAST TO COAST-P
COMMUNICATION BRIEFINGS
CONTECH CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS
COOPER'S OFFICE SUPPLY INC.
COPY EQUIPMENT INC.
CULLIGAN D-A LUBRICANT CO.
THE DAILY JOURNAL
DAN'S EXHAUST PROS
DELZER CONSTRUCTION
DENNY'S CONOCO
DENZEL'S REGION WASTE SRV INC.
DICK'S STANDARD GAPPA OIL CO.
DOYLE INCORPORATED
ERHARD GAS & GROCERY
EVENSON ELECTRIC
EVERTS LUMBER CO.
FARGO FREIGHTLINER
FARM & HOME OIL CO. INC.
FARNAM'S GENUINE PARTS INC.
FERGUS FALLS MEDICAL GROUP
CITY OF FERGUS FALLS
FERGUS GLASS
FERGUS INTERNATIONAL INC.
FERGUS TIRE CENTER GERALD N. EVENSON INC.
GILSON COMPANY INC.
DAVE GRAHAM
HALL GMC INC.
HARVEST STATES AG CENTER
HEDAHLS INC. OF FERGUS FALLS
HEISLER'S COUNTRY STORE
HENNING TRUSTWORTHY HARDWARE
CITY OF HENNING
HINTGEN-KARST & ASSOC. INC.
HOMESTEAD BUILDING SUPPLIES
HOMESTEAD BUILDING SUPPLIES
THE INDEPENDENT
INTERSTATE ENGINEERING INC.
INTERSTATE INC.
AMOUNT
99.29
312.38
114.94
26.10
14.00
260.00
4.00
44.45
886.20
420.46
73.56
79.00
5,212.49
22,372.16
41. 96
18.62 328.35
654.48
99.45
495.00
45.80
218.88
316.86
560.63
143.97
595.95
44.61
45.05
649.56
357.56
87.50
4,488.54 71.89
51.17 293.79
745.71
33.02 50.00
524.15
10.03
1.47
398.67
64.01
900.00
128.33
28.67
314.52
53.77 16,206.00
1,037.13
July 22, 1997
Page 1, Attachment A
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COUNTY 56
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Otter Tail County Warrants
July 15, 1997
Page 2, Attachment A
7/23/97
13:21:52
OTTER TAIL COUNTY AUDITOR
BI/HSJOLIE RECEIPTS AND DISBURSEMENTS SYSTEM
WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION
IRD440
COUNTY 56 PAGE 2
WARRANTS APPROVED ON 7/22/97 FOR PAYMENT 7/22/97
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VENDOR NAME
JIM'S SERVICE
CARL JOHNSON
ORLIN JOHNSON KOCH MATERIALS COMPANY
L & L SERVICE
LAWSON PRODUCTS INC. LOCATORS & SUPPLIES INC.
M-R SIGN CO. MARK SAND & GRAVEL ·
MERICKEL'S LUMBER & ACE HDWE.
MILLER & HOLMES INC.
MINN BLUE DIGITAL-A
MN MOTOR COMPANY NAPA AUTO PARTS·
NATIONAL BUSHING & PARTS CO.
NORTH UNION TEXACO NORTHERN STATES SUPPLY INC.
NORTHLAND APPRAISAL SERVICE OLSON AUTO ELECTRIC
OTTERTAIL HOME CENTER & OVERHEAD DOOR COMPANY
PARK REGION CO-OP OIL CO.
PERHAM CO-OP CREAMERY
PERHAM ENTERPRISE BULLETIN
THE PHOTO CENTER
PIONEER RIM & WHEEL CO.
PRAIRIE AUTO SERVICE -NAPA
QUADRANT COMPANY RDO EQUIPMENT COMPANY
REEDSBURG HARDWARE CO.
RELIABLE
RICHARD RORVIG
ROYAL TIRE
SAFETY KLEEN CORP.
SIGELMAN STEEL & SALVAGE
STANDARD PARTS OF WADENA
STRAND ACE HARDWARE TERRA INTERNATIONAL INC.
VALLEY TRUCK
VERGAS ACE HARDWARE
VICTOR LUNDEEN COMPANY
WADENA ASPHALT COMPANY WARNING LITES OF MN
WELDING SUPPLIES & FIRE
ZEE SERVICE COMPANY
ZIEGLER INC.
FINAL TOTAL ...... .
AMOUNT
381.87 63.00
57.00
7,360.40
728.49~
128.14 679.01
1,430.91
48,918.87 51.76
766.65
755.78
4,960.66
171.84
128.59
351.08
181.17
200.00
74.63 71. 44
224.10
84.30
3,319.17
139.13 21.82
276.30 17.97
42.00
7,357.60
340.80
200.28
133.13 2,991.76
116.09
51. 30
50.23
197.80
17,749.76
316.19
187.72
305.10
28,424.85
3,767.60
331.77 182.91
2,959.64
$197,274.74 ****
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