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October 10, 2023
OTTER TAIL COUNTY -MINNESOTA
BOARD OF CO MM ISSIONERS' MINUTES
Government Services Center, Commissioners' Room & Via Livestream
515 West Fir Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN
October 10, 2023 18:30 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners convened at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at the
Government Services Center in Fergus Falls, MN. Commissioners Wayne Johnson, Chair; Kurt Mortenson,
Vice Chair; Dan Bucholz, Lee Rogness and Bob Lahman were present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chair Johnson called for approval of the Board Agenda. Motion by Rogness, second by Mortenson and
unanimously carried to approve the Board of Commissioners' agenda of October 10, 2023, with the following
additions and changes:
Health & Wellness Committee: FPL Fee Schedule
Economic Growth & Community Investment: Road Projects
General Discussion: Mediation Training
Consent Agenda: Remove a $250 MACPZA Registration Fee from Warrants/Bills
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Lahman, second by Bucholz and unanimously carried to approve the consent agenda items as
amended:
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1. September 26, 2023, Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
2. Warrants/Bills for October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
3. Human Services Warrants/Bills for October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
4. Approval of the issuance of a 2024 Tobacco License to Trevor Schlosser dba JC's
General Store.
5. Approval of the issuance of a 2024 Tobacco License to Steve Olson dba Elizabeth
General Store.
6. Approval of the issuance of a 2024 Tobacco License to Steve Olson dba Undermart.
7. Approval of the issuance of a 2024 Tobacco License to Patrick J Hofer dba Big Chief
Inc.
8. Approval of the issuance of a 2024 Tobacco License to Steve Olson dba Wagon Wheel.
9. Approval of the issuance of a 2024 Tobacco License to Bobby J Schempp Jr dba
Lakeland General Store.
10. Approval of the issuance of a 2024 Tobacco License to Valerie Martin dba Battle Lake
Municipal Liquor Store.
11. Approval of the LG220 Application for Exempt Permit as submitted by the Perham Ducks
Unlimited for an event scheduled for Friday, December 1, 2023, at Big Pine Lodge,
which is located at 43606 Mosquito Heights Road in Pine Lake Township.
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Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023
12. Approval of the Application and Permit for a 1 Day to 4 Day Temporary On-Sale
Liquor/Wine License as submitted Outstate Brewing Company for an event scheduled
for Saturday, October 14, 2023, at Mother, Goose & Beans which is located at 16607
340th St. in Erhards Grove Township.
13. Approval of the Application and Permit for a 1 Day to 4 Day Temporary On-Sale
Liquor/Wine License as submitted Outstate Brewing Company for an event scheduled
for Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Mother, Goose & Beans which is located at 16607
340th St. in Erhards Grove Township.
14. Final Payment for SP 056-090-013 to Central Specialties, Inc., Alexandria, MN.
15. Final Payment for CP 4069-304 Battle Lake Garage Access Road to Joe Riley
Construction, Inc., Morris, MN.
RESOLUTION CALLING FOR A PUBLIC HEARING ON
A FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND AUTHORIZING
THE PUBLICATION OF THE NOTICE OF INTENTION TO ISSUE
GENERAL OBLIGATION TRANSPORTATION SALES TAX REVENUE BONDS
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2023-69
BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of County Commissioners of Otter Tail County, Minnesota (the County), as
follows:
1. Approval of the Five Year Capital Improvement Plan. The County intends to approve its Capital
Improvement Plan [2023-2027] (the "CIP") pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 373.40.
2. Approval of the Issuance of General Obligation Transportation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds. The County
intends to issue its General Obligation Transportation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds (the "Bonds") to finance
various highway resurfacing and reconstruction and bridge projects and construction of a new public works
garage facility, as further described in the CIP, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section 297 A.993 and 373.40.
3. Public Hearing. A public hearing is hereby scheduled to be held on the approval of the CIP and the
issuance of the Bonds at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at the Otter Tail County Government
Services Center, in Fergus Falls, Minnesota. The Auditor-Treasurer is hereby authorized and directed to cause
notice of such public hearing, substantially in the form of the notice attached hereto as Exhibit B, to be
published in the official newspaper of the County in not less than fourteen (14) days nor more than twenty-
eight (28) days prior to the date of the hearing.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Mortenson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Lahman and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 10th day of October 2023.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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Dated: October 24, 2023
Attes0v i C-0LuLI-V-!Ji4-L.--c
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023
DISPOSITION/SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY
Motion by Rogness, second by Lahman and unanimously carried to authorize the use of an auction service
or online auction service, after proper notice has been given, for the disposition/sale of personal property on
abandoned tax forfeited property as recommended by County Auditor-Treasurer Wayne Stein.
ROAD AND BRIDGE CAPITAL EXPENDITURE REIMBURSEMENT
Motion by Mortenson, second by Lahman and unanimously carried to authorize the transfer of $126,965.08
from the Capital Improvement Fund to the Road and Bridge Fund for, previously approved, capital
expenditures for the purchase of two (2) 2023 Bobcat T 76 T4 Compact Track Loaders.
RECESS & RECONVENE
At 8:46 a.m., Chair Johnson declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recessed
for a short break. The Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at 8:54 a.m.
SUPPORTING OPERATION GREEN LIGHT FOR VETERANS
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2023-70
WHEREAS, the residents of Otter Tail County have great respect, admiration, and the utmost gratitude for all
the men and women who have selflessly served our country and this community in the Armed Forces; and
WHEREAS, the contributions and sacrifices of those 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 individuals who have made countless sacrifices 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,
religious groups, civil service, and by functioning as County Veterans 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
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 States military personnel and
believes specific recognition should be granted.
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Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, with designation as a Green Light for Veterans County, Otter Tail County
hereby declares from November 6 through Veterans Day, November 11 th 2023 a time to salute and honor the
service and sacrifices 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 green lights in a window of their place of
business or residence from November 6th through the 12th, 2023.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Rogness, duly
seconded by Commissioner Bucholz and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 10th day of October 2023.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: October 24, 2023
Attest:~ \. Ll)l.LJ..lcti,p--
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS -ADELMAN FIRST SUBDIVISION
Motion by Mortenson, second by Rogness and motion carried with Johnson abstaining to approve a
Preliminary Plat titled "Adelman First Subdivision", owned by Scott Adelman, consisting of 20 Single Family
Non-Riparian Lots, 1 Block and Outlot A, located on the West side of Poss Beach Road, Section 31 of Dunn
Township, Lizzie Lake (56-760) RD, with the conditions that a dedicated road right of way be extended from
the cul-de-sac to the west boundary line between lots 9 and 10, that Outlet A can never be developed, and to
include a parcel no. correction on the Preliminary Plat for the property being developed as Parcel No.
17000310370036.
Motion by Lahman, second by Bucholz and motion carried with Johnson abstaining to approve a Conditional
Use Permit for Shoreland Alteration to excavate and fill 5,950 cubic yards to construct the road for the
Preliminary Plat of "Adelman First Subdivision" with the conditions that a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan
(SWPPP) be submitted to Land & Resource Management prior to issuing the Conditional Use Permit, that a
silk fence be added to all wetland areas and for the septic areas to be snow fenced.
FINAL PLAT -THE RIVER AT DUNVILLA
Motion by Mortenson, second by Bucholz and motion carried with Johson abstaining to approve the Final Plat
known as "The River at Dunvilla", which is a plat consisting of 39 Lots, 4 Blocks (13 Single Family Residential
Riparian Lots and 25 Single Family Residential Non-Riparian Lots and 1 Non-Residential Lot to be
permanently attached to a Residential Non-Riparian Lot), located at Lot 1 of Dunn Acres located off South
Pelican Drive, Pelican Rapids, MN, Section 20 of Dunn Township; Non-Shoreland & Pelican River (56-PR)
AG.
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Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023
NATURAL RESOURCES BLOCK GRANT SIGNATURE AUTHORIZATION
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2023-71
WHEREAS, the Board of Water and Soil Resources disburses funds annually through the Natural Resources
Block Grant (NRBG) to Otter Tail County; and
WHEREAS, the NRBG grant supports various natural resource protection programs administered by the Land
and Resource Management office, such as regulatory activities related to the Wetland Conservation Act,
shoreland development, septic system regulation and local water management planning; and
WHEREAS, the NRBG grant provides financial assistance to low-income residents to replace noncompliant
septic systems; and
WHEREAS, a grant agreement must be signed electronically every year.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Land and Resource Director is hereby authorized to sign
the Natural Resource Block Grant on behalf of Otter Tail County.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Rogness, duly
seconded by Commissioner Lahman and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 10th day of October 2023.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: October 24, 2023
Attes& \. b\J.,t .LJl0-Q_
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
MINNESOTA CLEAN WATER PARTNERSHIP (CWP) PROPOSAL RESOLUTION
SSTS LOAN PROGRAM
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2023-72
BE IT RESOLVED by Otter Tail County to submit a proposal with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
(MPCA) to conduct the following Project: SSTS Loan Program; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, Chris LeClair be authorized to submit the proposal for the above-
mentioned Project and shall have the authority to represent this body in all matters that do not specifically
require the action of this body; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT, submittal of a proposal does not obligate this body to accept a grant
and/or a loan if so offered.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Lahman, duly
seconded by Commissioner Rogness and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
with Commissioner Johnson abstaining from discussion and the vote.
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Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 10th day of October 2023.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023
Dated: October 24, 2023
Attest: &1 C,ol,, J.lCviA-G
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
SALE OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
Motion by Rogness, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to approve the Highway Department to
proceed with the sale of surplus equipment consisting of a John Deer R240 3-point Disc Mower in the amount
of $9,5000 to Girard Township as presented by County Engineer Krysten Foster.
COMMUTING WITH COUNTY VEHICLES
Motion by Bucholz, second by Lahman and unanimously carried to authorize Highway Department employees,
as specified, to use county vehicles for commuting during the winter months for checking road conditions.
Commuting is beneficial to the County and the employee to save time by heading directly to the areas where
attention is needed. Heading to the shop or office first to get a county vehicle can add another 1-2 hours to
the employee's day which can lead to 18-hour days, raising a safety concern for adequate rest and time at
home.
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY LOCATION
COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY NO.1
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2023-73
WHEREAS, it appears to the County Board of Commissioner of the County of Otter Tail that the highway right
of way required for County State Aid Highway No. 1 from County State Aid Highway No. 2 to Interstate 94
under County Project No. S.A.P. 056-601-067 should be accurately described and located by a highway right
of way plat.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Board of County Commissioners for the County of Otter
Tail is hereby designating the definite location of County State Aid Highway No. 1 in Sections 8 & 9, Township
132 North, Range 43 West, in the 5th Principal Meridian as shown on the single page of the Replat of Otter
Tail County Highway Right of Way Plat No. 34, Sheet 4.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Mortenson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Lahman and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 10th day of October 2023.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
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Dated: October 24, 2023
Attes1S-1 • C,Qlv ~
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023
AMENDMENT TO MNDOT GRANT AGREEMENT
Motion by Bucholz, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to authorize appropriate County Officials'
signatures on Amendment #1 to MnDOT Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) Grant Agreement No.
1035269 for the Reconstruction of CSAH 34, SAP 056-634-011 as presented by County Engineer Krysten
Foster.
HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT UPDATE
County Engineer Krysten Foster provided a brief Highway Department update. Among the highlights Foster
noted:
CSAH 51 North of Perham resurfacing is underway as is the Pelican Rapids Garage access road. > CSAH 45 Bridge deck has been poured and expected to reopen to traffic near the end of October.
) CSAH 35 aggregate placement was delayed a few days following the September 23rd rain event; an
updated completion date will be provided at a later date.
) Apex Engineering received the railroad permit to complete paving for CSAH 67 in Henning
MEDIATION TRAINING
Commissioner Mortenson gave a brief update to the Board regarding the Association of Minnesota Counties
(AMC) Civil Mediation Skills Training he attended from October 3-6, 2023 in St. Paul, MN.
RECESS & RECONVENE
At 9:27 a.m., Chair Johnson declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recessed
for a short break. The Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at 10:00 a.m.
PUBLIC HEARING
At 10:01 a.m. Chair Johnson opened the Public Hearing regarding Property Tax Abatements Related to the
Single-Family Tax Rebate Program. Chair Johnson asked for comments from the public and no comments
were received.
The Public Hearing was closed at 10:02.
PROPOSAL FOR ENGINEERING SERVICES
Motion by Mortenson, second by Rogness and unanimously carried to approve the proposal from Houston
Engineering, Inc. for Engineering Services to design a 2.3-mile segment of the Glacial Edge Trail (Maplewood
Segment) along County State Aid Highway 3 as recommended by Parks & Trails Director Kevin Fellbaum.
PELICAN RAPIDS TRAILHEAD
Parks & Trails Director Kevin Fellbaum provided the Board with an update on the trailhead for the Pelican
Rapids segment of the Heart of the Lakes Trail. Otter Tail County has entered into a partnership with the
Pelican Rapids School District and the City of Pelican Rapids for usage of the bathroom facilities at the newly
constructed bathroom/concession/warming house facility being built at the Pelican Rapids Football Field. A
Trailhead will be a part of this facility with bike racks, bike fix it station and a wayfinding kiosk along with the
ability for trail users to utilize the bathrooms within the new building. Fellbaum will work with the School District
and the City to establish a Memorandum of Understanding regarding future maintenance and upkeep of the
facilities.
Motion by Rogness, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to authorize payment of the invoice for
the County's contribution of $50,000 as presented by the Parks & Trails Director.
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October 10, 2023
OTTER TAIL COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2023-74
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Otter Tail County Sheriffs Office enter into a grant agreement with the Minnesota
Department of Public Safety, for traffic safety enforcement projects during the period from October 1, 2023
through September 30, 2024.
The Otter Tail County Sheriffs Office is hereby authorized to execute such agreements and amendments as
are necessary to implement the project on behalf of the Otter Tail County Sheriffs Office and to be the fiscal
agent and administer the grant.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Bucholz, duly
seconded by Commissioner Lahman and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 10th day of October 2023.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: October 24, 2023
Attest: J 1' l,vv..., ~
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
RECESS & RECONVENE
At 10:14 a.m., Chair Johnson declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recessed
for a short break. The Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at 10:29 a.m.
PUBLIC HEARING
Public Health Director Jody Lien and Heath Educator Emily Frustol reviewed the proposed Ordinance
Regulating the Use of Cannabis and Cannabis Derived Products in Public Places. The ordinance would
prohibit and regulate the public use of cannabis, define a public space to protect the public from exposure to
cannabis smoke, aerosol or vapor, prohibit smoking/vaping of cannabis outdoors at establishments unless
licensed for onsite consumption, and establish a petty misdemeanor charge for violations. Otter Tail County
recognizes the risks that unintended access and use of cannabis products present to the health, welfare, and
safety of youth in Otter Tail County.
At 10:36 a.m. Chair Johnson opened the Public Hearing regarding the Ordinance Regulating the Use of
Cannabis and Cannabis Derived Products in Public Places. Chair Johnson asked for comments from the
public and no comments were received.
The Public Hearing was closed at 10:37 a.m.
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:38 a.m., Chair Johnson declared the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners meeting adjourned with
a closed session to follow. The next regular Board meeting is scheduled at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October
24, 2023, at the Government Services Center in Fergus Falls and via livestream.
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CLOSED SESSION
At 10:43 a.m. Chair Johnson declared the Board of Commissioners meeting closed to the public. The closed
session is authorized under Minnesota Statute §13D.05, Subd. 3(c)(1) to discuss the Sale of Property at 914
E. Channing Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN 56537, Parcel No. 71001990859000. Present in the room were
Commissioners Wayne Johnson, Lee Rogness, Dan Bucholz, Kurt Mortenson, and Bob Lahman, County
Administrator Nicole Hansen, County Attorney Michelle Eldien, Deputy Administrator Nicholas Leonard,
County Auditor-Treasurer Wayne Stein, Physical Plant Manager Terry Hoff, Operations Supervisor Douglas
Cannell, and Board Secretary Hannah Anderson.
The closed session concluded at 11 :10 a.m.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: October 24, 2023
Attest: & I. UiL ~
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
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Vendor Name
A-1 LOCK & KEY
MA RECYCLING LLC
ACMIETOOLS
ACTIVE.911 INC
ADVANCED CORRECTIONAL HEAL THCN
ADVANCED STRIPING & SEALCOATING
Al.EX RUBBISH & RECYCLING INC
ALEXANDRIA TECH & COMM COLLEGE
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC
AMERICAN WELDING & GAS INC
ANDERSEN/BROOKS
APEX ENGINEERING GROUP INC
ARAMARK
ASSOCIATION OF MN COUNTIES
AUTO FIX -OTTERTAIL
AUTO VALUE FERGUS FALLS
BEN HOLZER UNLIMITED WATER LLC
BETTY'S PANTRY
BEYER BODY SHOP INC
BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC
BRANBYISTEVE
BRASEURYAN
BRAUN INTERTEC CORPORATION
BRAUN VENDING INC
BRIAN'S REPAIR INC
BUY-MOR PARTS & SERVICE LLC
CARDINAL CONSULTING SOlUTIONS
CARR'S TREE SERVICE INC
CERTIFIED AUTO REPAIR
CHRlSTENSENJMARK
CLAY CO AUDITOR-TREASURER
CLEAN SWEEP COMMERCIAL SERVICES
CODE 4 SERVICES INC
COLLEGE WAY AUTO
COMMISSIONER OF TRANSPORTATION
COOPER'S OFFICE SUPPLY INC
CULLIGAN OF WADENA
DACOTAH PAPER CO
DAKOTA lNHOLESALE TIRE INC
DEERE & COMPANY
DEN BOER/NANCY
DIAMOND DRUGS INC
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
Amount
240.32
870.00
1,499.96
8,160.00
23,33325
75.00
606.50
96-6.00
6,101.41
38.1:8
114.63
1,263.00
245.94
2,200.00
339.41
1,038.72
88.00
328.84
11,364.57
319.84
30525
36.58
18,208.50
ROO
188.82
TI3.31
7,277.65
52,501.75
520.00
1,000.00
2,m.12
575.00
4,583.56
823.60
5,019.61.
14,451.65
85.85
546.19
639.12
66,669.68
164.27
9827
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Vendor Name
DICK'S STANDARD TIRE & AUTO SERVICE
DOUBLE A CATERING
DOUGLAS CO SHERIFPS OFFICE
EAST SIDE OIL COMPANIES
EGGE CONSTRUCTION INC
EHLERS & ASSOCIATES INC
ELDIEN/MICHEUE
ELECTION SYSTEriAS & SOFlWARE LILC
ENVIRONMENTAL SENTRY PROTECTION
ESTEP-LARS0"1/SARAH
EXTREME MARINE LLC
FARGO GLASS & PAINT CO INC
FASTENAL COMPANY
FERGUS FALLS/CITY OF
FERGUS FALLS/CITY Of
FERGUS HOME & HARDWARE INC
FERGUS POWER PUMP INC
FERGUS TIRE CENTER INC
FIDlAR TECHNOLOGIES INC
FORCE AMERICA DISTRIBUTING LLC
FOSTER/KRYSTEN
FRANK'S AUTO BODY OF PERHAM INC
FRANZ REPROGRAPHICS INC
GALLSLLC
GILBERTSON/JACE
GREFSRUDIKARL
HAUKOS SALES LLC
HEALTHCARE ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICI
HENNINGfCITY OF
HOUSTON ENGINEERING INC
INTERSTATE ENGINEERING INC
J.P. COOKE CO
JENSEN/MATT
JOHNSON/DENA
JORGENSON/MICHELLE
KELSVENfRICK
KOVAR/JUNE
LAKE REGION ELECTRIC COOP
LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE
LAKELAND AUTO REPAIR LLC
LAKES AREA DRAIN
LARRY OTT INC
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
Amount
156.95
204.00
55.00
180.00
1,000.00
125.00
235.80
4,635a87
14,640.00
121.84
576.63
1;22.8.72
174.76
744:00
410.00
5.98
18,950.00
47.00
4,400.00
523.34
187.40
6,241.35
41:93
1,650.09
241.86
179.43
39.95
209.64
121,010.74
111,953.33
3,851.92
48.05
1,050.87
90.00
93.50
185.00
500.00
390.00
52.00
1,083.59
260.00
5,850.00
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Vendor Name
LAWSON PRODUCTS INC
LECTAIRlCHRISTOPHER
LEIGHTON BROADCASTING-DETROIT LJ
LEIGHTON BROADCASTING-FERGUS F.G
LIBER1Y TIRE RECYCLING LLC
LIEN/ERIC
LOCATORS & SUPPLIES INC
M-R SIGN CO tNC
MACPZA
MARCO TECHNOLOGIES LLC
MARK SAND & GRAVEL CO
MARTINNALERIE
MCCONN/CHRISTOPHER
MCGINNIS/MICHAEL
MCKESSON MEDICAL-SURGICAL INC
MINNESOTA MOTOR COMPANY
MINNKOTA ENVIRO SERVICES INC
MN DEPT OF PUBUC SAFETY
MN POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY
MN STATE AUDITOR
MOREHEADIM[CHAB..
MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS CONNECTIVITY
NAPA CENTRAL
NAPA CENTRAL MN
NARDINI FIRE EQUIPr\1ENT
NATIONAL PELRA
NELSON AUTO CENTER INC
NEW YORK MILLS DISPATCH
NEWMAN PAINTING INC
NF FIELD ABSTRACT CO U .. C
NOR-TECH
NORTHERN PLUMBING SUPPLY
NORTHtAND BUSINESS SYSTEMS INC
NORTHVvEST IRON FIREMAN INC
NORTHWEST TIRE INC
OTTERTAIL CO HRA
OUTDOOR RENOVATIONS LANDSCAPE &
PACE ANAL YTlCAL SERVICES INC
PARKERS PRAIRIE!CllY Of
PAW PUBLICATIONS LLC BATTLE LAKER
PEMBERTON LAW PLLP
PERHAM HEAL TH
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
Amount
1,109.95
250.87
137.50
1,707.50
2,787.64
20.74
99.92
t,122c88
250.00
3,899.33
11,911.30
116.20
201B5
9123
271.46
235.48
105.02
25.00
15.00
2,400.00
102.16
3,100.00
39.47
570.19
1,155.00
150.00
33824
81.00
1,800.00
75.00
4,605.00
1,425.92
139.00
63.96
796.44
411.28
100.00
366.00
130.00
444.30
3,222.00
85,000.00
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Vendor Name
PETERSJHEATHER
POPE DOUGLAS SOLID WASTE MAN.AGEi
POWERPLAN O1B
PRO AG FARMERS CO OP
ROO EQUIPMENT CO
RED DOT PEST CONTROL
REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MN
RENTAL STOREfTHE
RESTAD/AMANDA
RINKE NOONAN LAW FIRM
RIPLEY/DAVID
RODER/BETSY
SANITATION PRODUCTS INC
SCHORNACK/DAVID
SCHWARTZ/STEVEN
SCOTT CO TREASURER
SECRETARY OF STATE
SHERWIN WIL1-IAMS
SIMENGAARD/PAUL
STAPLES BUSINESS CREDIT
STEINS INC
STEVE'S SANITATION INC
STOCK/JUSTIN
STOLL/TIMOTHY
STONEBROOKE ENGINEERING INC
STRAND ACE HARDWARE
SUMMERVILLE ELECTRIC INC
SUMMIT FIRE PROTECTION
SUMMIT FOOD SERVICE L1-C
SUPERDROID ROBOTS INC
SWEDBERG NURSERY
T-MOBILE USA INC
TAFT STETTINIUS & HOLLISTER LLP
TB INDUSTRIES INC
TERMINIX COMMERCIAL-ST CLOUD
THIS WEEKS SHOPPING NEWS
THOMPSON/DARIN & WANDA
THOMSON REUTERS-WEST
TNT REPAJR INC
TYLER TECHNOLOGIES INC
UNITED STA TES TREASURY
UNIVERSAL TRUCK EQUIPMENT INC
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
Amount
6,812.50
760.00
541.59
210.94
211.06
540.00
90,71523
325.00
15.00
357.50
232.40
90.00
1,2TI.98
232.40
119.48
570.00
240.00
5527
187.81
197.95
1,169.84
159.51
250.00
750.00
12,036.69
88.46
750.00
2,045.00
11,934.14
2,405.83
93.75
25.00
375.00
370.60
270.00
221.76
1,000.00
253.29
598.52
7,099.41
630.00
94.25
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Vendor Name
UNLIMITED AUTOGlASS INC
UPS
US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE
USPCAINC
VALLEY VET CLINIC
VICTOR LUNDEEN COMPANY
VIKING COCA-COLA
VIKING GARAGE DOOR COMPANY INC
WADENA ASPHALT INC
WADENA CO SHERIFF
WALVATN8DOUGLAS
WARNER GARAGE DOOR INC
WEST FARGO POLICE DEPT
WICKER/JASON
WIDSETH SMITH NOL TING & ASSOC
WM CORPORATE SERVICES INC
WSB & ASSOCIATES INC
ZIEGLER INC
Final Total:
Vendor Name
A P1.ACE TO BELONG
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES INC
BAUMGART/USA
COLON/NICOLE
HAUGRUD/REED
INDEPENDENT CONTRACT SERVICES OF
LAKELAND AUTO REPAIR LLC
LAKES COUNTRY SERVICE COOPERATIV
LARSON/NICHOLAS
MCCLAFLIN/DANA
MIDWEST MONITORING & SURVEILANCE
MN DEPT Of HUMAN SERVICES
OTTER TAIL CO RECORDER
OTTER TAIL CO SHERIFF
PREMIER BIOTECH INC
QUALITY TOYOTA
REHM/BAILEY
SHIRKEY/KELSEY
ULSCHMID/LIZA
VERIZON W1RELESS
VICTOR LUNDEEN COMPANY
Anat Total:
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
Amount
501.22
23.16
1,533.26
50.00
29.91
828.20
1,025.00
507.79
72,646.00
75.00
2,287.50
180.54
500.00
260.00
15,360.00
27,848.92
2,630.71
56,878.56
1,000,390.25
Amount
155.00
388.35
111.36
73.58
67.18
600.33
601.61
26,847.92
68.64
24.67
856.00
1,865.00
50,00
85.50
4,657.50
812.64
6.35
29.78
32.30
1,404.66
298.70
39,037.07
EXHIBIT B
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023 (Exhibit B)
OTTER TAIL COUNTY, MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON APPROVAL OF THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
AND THE ISSUANCE OF GENERAL OBLIGATION TRANSPORTATION SALES TAX
REVENUE BONDS TO FINANCE CERTAIN PROJECTS INCLUDED IN THE DISTRICT'S
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of County Commissioners of Otter Tail County, Minnesota (the
"County"), will meet at 10 o'clock a.m. on Tuesday, November 14, 2023, at the Government Services Center,
500 Fir Avenue, in the City of Fergus Falls to conduct a public hearing to obtain public comment on the
County's intention to approve the County's five year Capital Improvement Plan ("GIP"), pursuant to Minnesota
Statutes, Section 373.40, and issue General Obligation Transportation Sales Tax Revenue Bonds (the
"Bonds") in the principal amount of approximately $11,725,000, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, Section
297A.993. The proceeds of the Bonds will be used to fund the costs of highway improvements and facility
projects in Otter Tail County, as included in the District's GIP and related financing costs (the "Project").
Information relating to the project is on file and available for public inspection at the offices of the County
Administrator and County Auditor-Treasurer. All interested parties are invited to attend the public hearing or
to provide written comments to the undersigned, which written comments will be considered at the hearing.
Dated: October 10, 2023
BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Isl Wayne Stein, Otter Tail County Auditor-Treasure
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Drainage Authority Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023
OTTER TAIL COUNTY -MINNESOTA
DRAI NAGE AUTHORITY MINUTES
Government Services Center, Commissioners' Room & Via Livestream
515 West Fir Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN
October 10, 2023111:20 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Otter Tail County Drainage Authority convened at 11 :20 a.m. Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at the
Government Services Center in Fergus Falls, MN. Commissioners Wayne Johnson, Chair; Kurt Mortenson,
Vice Chair; Dan Bucholz, Lee Rogness and Bob Lahman were present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA & CONSENT AGENDA
Chair Johnson called for joint approval of the Drainage Authority Agenda and Consent Agenda. Motion by
Rogness, second by Lahman and unanimously carried to approve the Drainage Authority Agenda of October
10, 2023 as presented and the Consent Agenda of October 10, 2023 as follows:
1. September 26, 2023, Drainage Authority Meeting Minutes
2. Warrants/Bills for October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
DITCH 64 REDETERMINATION OF BENEFITS ORDER
Drainage Inspector Colby Palmersheim presented the final Findings and Order Approving the Redetermination
of Benefits for Ditch 64. Palmersheim reported the final Ditch 64 benefit amount as $899,984.65 with an area
of 2,550 acres after the secondary reviews were applied.
Motion by Rogness, second by Mortenson to adopt the final Findings and Order Approving the
Redetermination of Benefits for Ditch 64. After discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, the
motion passed on a roll call vote as follows:
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS YEA NAY ABSENT ABSTAIN
Bob Lahman X
Kurt Mortenson X
Dan Bucholz X
Lee Rogness X
Wayne Johnson X
ADJOURNMENT
At 11 :27 a.m., Chair Johnson declared the Otter Tail County Drainage Authority meeting adjourned. The next
Drainage Authority meeting will immediately follow the next regular Board meeting on Tuesday, October 24,
2023, at the Government Services Center in Fergus Falls and via livestream.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
By: _fLLa_.,.~:L_L~~~~~~~"--,L.-:____
Wayne
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Dated: October 24, 2023
Attestl X:: 1' ~ Ok.., ~AW
Nicole Hansen, Clerk 91 ~!lE~N!~~~
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Vendor Name
NELSON/MIKE
OTTERTAIL CO TREASURER
OTTERTAIL CO TREASURER
RINKE NOONAN LAW FfRM
Final Total:
Drainage Authority Meeting Minutes
October 10, 2023 (Exhibit A)
Amount
1,800.00
56,048.35
9,837.16
19,218.00
86,903.51