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OTTERTAIL
COUNTY -MINNESOTA
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
April 28, 2026
OTTER TAIL COUNTY -MINNESOTA
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS' MINUTES
Government Services Center, Commissioners' Room & Via Livestream
515 West Fir Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN
April 28, 2026 I 8:30 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners convened at 8:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 28, 2026 , at the
Government Services Center in Fergus Falls, MN. Commissioners Robert Lahman, Chair; Dan Bucholz, Vice
Chair; Wayne Johnson, Kurt Mortenson and Sean Sullivan were present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chair Lahman called for approval of the Board Agenda. Motion by Sullivan, second by Mortenson and
unanimously carried to approve the Board of Commissioners' Agenda of April 28, 2026 , with the following
additions:
Snowmobile Club Sponsorship Resolution & Chris Tungseth Day
Administration/Operations Committee: Chris Tungseth Event
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Johnson, second by Bucholz and unanimously carried to approve the consent agenda items as
presented :
1. April 14, 2026, Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
2. Warrants/Bills for April 28, 2026 (Exhibit A)
3. Amazon Warrants/Bills for April 28, 2026 (Exhibit A)
4. Human Services and Public Health Warrants/Bills for April 28, 2026 (Exhibit A)
5. Warrants/Bills, as Approved for Payment by the County Auditor-Treasurer, for April 10 & 17, 2026
6. Human Services Contract
7. LPHE Registration -Zorbaz Otter Tail
8. Approval of an On/Off Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor Application for Vacationland Resort LLC dba
Vacationland Resort for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027
9. Approval of an On Sale Wine License for Vacationland Resort LLC dba Vacationland Resort for
the period of May 1, 2026 , through June 30, 2027
10. Approval of an On/Off Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor Application for Cozy Cove Resort LLC dba Cozy Cove
Resort for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027
11 . Approval of an On Sale Wine License for Cozy Cove Resort LLC dba Cozy Cove Resort for the
period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027
12. Approval of an On Sale Liquor License for Countryside Barn LLC, for the period of July 1, 2026,
through June 30 , 2027
13 . Approval of a Consumption and Display Permit for Sunset Hill LLC for the period of April 1, 2026,
through March 31, 2027
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14. Approval of a New application for a Tobacco License for Larry's Supermarket under new
ownership for the period of May 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026
15. Approval of an On/Off Sale 3.2 Malt Liquor Application for Madsen's Resort Inc dba Madsen's
Resort for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027
MAY 8, 2026 15 CHILD CARE PROVIDER APPRECIATION DAY PROCLAMATION
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2026-37
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County has 121 licensed family childcare providers licensed on behalf of the Minnesota
Department of Children, Youth & Families by Otter Tail County Human Services; and
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County family childcare providers serve approximately 1,300 children and their families;
and
WHEREAS, children are Otter Tail County's most valuable asset and resource; and
WHEREAS, the care and education of Otter Tail County's children provided by licensed family childcare givers
is an invaluable occupation ; and
WHEREAS, many Otter Tail County families choose childcare outside their own home; and
WHEREAS, licensed family childcare providers are highly competent, dedicated, caring, and concerned
professionals; who teach, love and keep our children safe while providing a calm, empathetic presence and
predictable routine which children need; and
WHEREAS, licensed family childcare providers are an invaluable resource for families, children and the
community; and
WHEREAS, childcare providers meet a critical workforce need, supporting employers and allowing their
employees to fully participate in the labor force.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners hereby proclaim
May 8, 2026 as Licensed Family Child Care Provider Day in Otter Tail County, in honor of its many licensed
family child care providers, and asks the community to join in recognizing the valuable contributions these
family child care providers make to our community.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Bucholz, duly
seconded by Commissioner Johnson and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 28th day of April 2026.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: May 12, 2026
By:~-
Robert Lahman, Board of Commissioners Chair
Attest:\_ 1 (i,ak_,/}U/) ,o'-----
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
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MAY 2026 IS FOSTER CARE MONTH
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2026-38
WHEREAS, the family, serving as the primary source of love, identity, self-esteem and support, is the very
foundation of our communities, our state, and our Country; and
WHEREAS, family foster care provides a safe, secure and stable home for children and adults in a
compassionate and nurturing family setting; and
WHEREAS, in 2026 to date, Otter Tail County Human Services has 23 licensed foster families who play a
vital role helping children and families heal, reconnect, and launch children into successful adulthood; and
WHEREAS, in 2026 to date, there are 44 licensed family adult foster care providers, who have opened their
homes to provide a family environment to people with developmental disabilities, mental illness or who are
elderly; and
WHEREAS, there are many individuals, public and private organizations who work to increase public
awareness of the needs of children and adults in foster care as well as the enduring and valuable contribution
of foster care providers.
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners, do hereby proclaim May as FOSTER
CARE MONTH in Otter Tail County and urge all citizens to volunteer their talents and energies on behalf of
children/adults who live with foster families, the foster care providers, and the professional staff working with
them during this month and throughout the year.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Mortenson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Sullivan and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 28th day of April 2026.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
By: ~a ............... ~=------.4 ~--~~---
Robert Lahman, Board of Commissioners Chair
Dated: May 12, 2026
Attest:~' ~al~
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2026-39
WHEREAS, Mental health is a key component of overall health that encompasses emotional, psychological,
and social well-being; and
WHEREAS, One in five adults in Minnesota experience mental illness; and
WHEREAS, Mental health is influenced by numerous external factors including access to quality employment,
housing, education, social connection, physical and emotional safety, and preventative care; and
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WHEREAS, Mental health impacts the well-being of individuals, families, and communities across every age
group, racial and ethnic identity, nationality, and personal background; and
WHEREAS, Mental health awareness is vital to supporting and promoting the well-being of our families,
schools, businesses, and communities as a whole; and
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County has a variety of essential community resources that promote mental health and
well-being to meet the unique mental health needs of groups and individuals; and
WHEREAS, Otter Tail County has growing mental health networks who seek to educate community members
through trainings, build partnerships with local organizations to build community capacity, and promote local
and national resources like the 988 Suicide and Crisis lifeline; and
WHEREAS, Promoting health, wellness, resilience, and connectedness in our communities is vital to Otter
Tail County's vision to have an engaged community that actively supports mental health.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT WE, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners, do hereby
proclaim the month of May 2026, as Mental Health Awareness Month and strongly urge the people,
organizations, and communities of Otter Tail County to observe Mental Health Awareness Month by sharing
there is hope, that help is available, and by promoting resources and providing safe spaces for all.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Johnson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Sullivan and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon, passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 28th day of April 2026.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
By: --,......,.£------=-:fhZ____._,..___.._-_,---~-1-t~~"t~~--
Robert Lahman, Board of Commissioners Chair
Dated: May 12, 2026
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Attest: ~ (! fJu,,, .Lf:0:J-9.(__./
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
ADULT MENTAL HEAL TH LOCAL ADVISORY COUNCIL ANNUAL REPORT
Social Services Supervisor Megan Adams, along with the Local Advisory Council (LAC) Co-Chairs Fonda
Knudson and Somjai Miller, presented the 2025 Adult Mental Health Local Advisory Council report. Miller
reviewed their mission in advocating for services for residents with mental illness and mental health needs.
Knudson and Adams highlighted 2025 activities and outreach efforts, noted key priority areas, and offered
recommendations for continued community support.
NATIONAL SMALL BUSINESS WEEK, MAY 3-9, 2026, PROCLAMATION
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2026-40
WHEREAS, small businesses are the backbone of Otter Tail County's economy, driving innovation, sustaining
families, and building strong communities throughout our region; and
WHEREAS, the U.S . Small Business Administration has designated May 3-9, 2026, as National Small
Business Week, recognizing the contributions of entrepreneurs and small business owners across the country;
and
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WHEREAS, Otter Tail County, Minnesota, is home to over 1,800 business establishments that contribute
meaningfully to our local character and economy; and
WHEREAS, nearly 30% of the approximately 31,000 individuals employed in Otter Tail County work in small
businesses, underscoring the vital role these enterprises play in supporting livelihoods and opportunities for
our residents; and
WHEREAS, small businesses in Otter Tail County contribute significantly to the county's economic success,
generating a combined Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of approximately $3.28 billion in 2024; and
WHEREAS, supporting small businesses not only fosters entrepreneurship and innovation but also enhances
the prosperity, sustainability, and resilience of our communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, we, the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners, do hereby proclaim the week of May
3-9, 2029, as National Small Business Week in Otter Tail County, Minnesota, and encourage all residents to
recognize, support, and celebrate the vital role that small businesses play in building a thriving local economy.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Johnson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Sullivan and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon , passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 28th day of April 2026.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: May 12, 2026
ANNUAL WELLPATH JAIL MEDICAL CONTRACT
Motion by Johnson, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to authorize appropriate County Officials'
signatures to renew an agreement between Otter Tail County and Wellpath LLC for inmate Health Care
Services for the Otter Tail County Jail, effective August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027.
AXON Al ERA AGREEMENT
Motion by Sullivan, second by Bucholz and unanimously carried to authorize appropriate County Officials'
signatures to execute a contract between the Otter Tail County Sheriff's Office and Axon Enterprise, Inc. for
Axon Al Era, an enhancement technology for the Dispatch Center, funded through the 911 Account.
RECESS & RECONVENE
At 9:15 a.m., Chair Lahman declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recessed
for a short break. The Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at 9:20 a.m.
OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL
Motion by Johnson, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to approve out-of-state travel for County
Recorder Lynn Larson to travel to Rock Island, IL from May 18-20, 2026 to attend the Fidlar Symposium, a
conference for County Recorders who utilize the Fidlar Software System. Fidlar will provide for lodging and a
portion of the travel expenses.
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LG214 PREMISE PERMIT APPLICATION
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2026-41
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, Erhard 4th of July, will be submitting to the Gambling Control Board an LG214 Premise Permit
Application for Gambling at Ye Olde Schoolhouse, which is located at 24028 Emery Drive , Friberg Township,
Otter Tail County; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota Statute 349.213 provides that the Gambling Control Board may not issue an initial
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 Erhard 4th of July at Ye Olde Schoolhouse, which is located at 24028 Emery Drive, Friberg
Township, Otter Tail County.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners hereby approves
the conduct of lawful gambling by Erhard 4th of July at the Ye Olde Schoolhouse, which is located at 24028
Emery Drive, Friberg Township, 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 Pine Lake by sending them a copy of this resolution.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was introduced by Commissioner Johnson, duly
seconded by Commissioner Sullivan and, after discussion thereof and upon vote being taken thereon , passed
unanimously.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN th is 28th day of April 2026.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: May 12 , 2026
Rob~:::oners Chair
By : Attest~ ·&J~
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
2025 HAZARD MITIGATION PROJECT ASSISTANCE GRANT AGREEMENTS
Motion by Mortenson, second by Johnson and unanimously carried to authorize appropriate County Officials'
signatures on three (3) Hazard Mitigation Project Assistance Program Grant Agreements between Otter Tail
County and the City of Battle Lake , the City of Underwood , and the City of Ottertail for grant funding to support
the installation of a generator in Battle Lake and support outdoor warning siren projects in Underwood and
Ottertail.
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FERGUS FALLS GARAGE MOU
Motion by Sullivan, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to authorize appropriate County Officials'
signatures to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Otter Tail County and the City of
Fergus Falls to allow the Fergus Falls Fire Department to utilize the County's Highway Garage in Fergus Falls
during a severe storm event or weather-related emergency.
OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL
Motion by Johnson, second by Bucholz and unanimously carried to approve out-of-state travel for the County
Engineer to travel to Washington, DC from May 18-21, 2026 to represent the National Association of County
Engineers (NACE) at the 2026 National Association of Counties (NACo) Infrastructure Week Fly In, and to
travel to New Orleans, LA from July 15-19, 2026 to attend NACE meetings and the NACo Transportation
Policy Steering Committee meeting as part of the NACo Annual Conference. All travel costs are covered by
NACE.
CSAH 1 BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN AGREEMENT
Motion by Sullivan, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to authorize appropriate County Officials'
signatures to execute a professional services agreement between Otter Tail County and Houston Engineering,
Inc. for design engineering services, in an amount not to exceed $117,391.00, for County State Aid Highway
(CSAH) 1 Bridge Replacement.
RECESS & RECONVENE
At 9:37 a.m ., Chair Lahman declared the meeting of the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners recessed
for a short break. The Board of Commissioners meeting was reconvened at 9:41 a.m.
RECYCLING CART PURCHASE -NE QUADRANT
Motion by Bucholz, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to authorize the purchase of 6,192 single
sort recycling carts from Rehrig Pacific Company for residents in the Northeast Quadrant of Otter Tail County,
at the quoted price of $405,323.04, as described by Assistant Solid Waste Director Scott Bjerke. Grant funds
will cover 75% of the costs with a local match of 25%.
OTTER COUNTRY TRAIL ASSOCIATION SPONSORSHIP RESOLUTION
OTTER TAIL COUNTY RESOLUTION NO. 2026-42
WHEREAS, the Otter Country Trail Association maintains and manages 364 miles Grant-In-Aid snowmobile
trails in Otter Tail County and formally requested Otter Tail County for sponsorship for the 2026-2027 season
on March 27, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Henning Sno Cruisers maintains and manages 45 miles of Grant-In-Aid snowmobile trails in
Otter Tail County and formally requested Otter Tail County for sponsorship for the 2026-2027 season on April
6,2026;and
WHEREAS, the Otter Trail Riders maintains and manages 141 miles of Grant-In-Aid snowmobile trails in Otter
Tail County and formally requested Otter Tail County for sponsorship for the 2026-2027 season on April 23,
2026;and
WHEREAS, the Prairie Snow Drifters maintains and manages 34 miles of Grant-In-Aid snowmobile trails in
Otter Tail County and formally requested Otter Tail County for sponsorship for the 2026-2027 season on April
13,2026;and
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WHEREAS, the Otter Country Trail Association, the Henning Sno Cruisers, the Otter Trail Riders, and the
Prairie Snow Drifters each receives grant money from the Mn Department of Natural Resources through Otter
Tail County to maintain snowmobile trails; and
WHEREAS, the Otter Country Trail Association, the Henning Sno Cruisers, the Otter Trail Riders, and the
Prairie Snow Drifters must have a local unit of government sponsor said system by receiving grant dollars
from the State of Minnesota and transferring said funds to the Association.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT, Otter Tail County by this resolution will act as a sponsor of the
Otter Country Trail Association, the Henning Sno Cruisers, the Otter Trail Riders, and the Prairie Snow Drifters
for the 2026-2027 season.
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 with Commissioner Lahman abstaining.
Adopted at Fergus Falls, MN this 28th day of April 2026.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
By:_{2,J~··vclt-~F /.~da<=...:c.-v~--'---
Robert Lahman;Board of Commissioners Chair
Dated : May 12, 2026
Attest ~· ev Id} Wl 4-'-'.
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
DHS COMMISSIONER GANDHI LETTER
The commIssIoners received a letter of commendation from Commissioner Gandhi of the Minnesota
Department of Human Services recognizing the Otter Tail County Human Services finance team on their
accomplishment in submitting required 2025 financial reports in perfect order. Otter Tail County Human
Services staff, in accounting in particular, were applauded for their excellent performance.
CHRIS TUNG SETH DAY
Commissioner Sullivan noted that May 6, 2026 may be declared Chris Tungseth Day in Fergus Falls. Local
musician Chris Tungseth is a contestant on American Idol and if he makes Top 3 on the show, the city will
host a parade and concert for him on May 6th.
ADJOURNMENT
At 9:53 a.m., Chair Lahman declared the Otter Tail County Board of Commissioners meeting adjourned. The
next regular Board meeting is scheduled at 8:30 a.m . on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at the Government Services
Center in Fergus Falls and via livestream.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: May 12, 2026
By: ~r?t+f----+--1>-~~a -71_-t.-b/~_:.-----_· _
Robert Lahman, Board of Commissioners Chair
AttestLt. t{)l.,LfW)(L.,
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
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Vendor Name
210 TIRES & TO'vVING LLC
ACORNS-OAK CO SUL Tl G INC
AMERICA SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS
ANDERSENiBROOKS
ARNOT/SCO T
ASSOC IA ION OF r 1 COUNTIES
AVT FERGUS FALLS
B.ARR ENGINEERING CO
BAYCOM INC
BECKER CO ENVIRONME TAL SERVICES
BEN HOLZER U .LIMITED ATER LLC
BERG'S \/VELDING & REPAIR LLC
BEYER BODY S. OP INC
BJERKE/SCOTT
BRAU VENDI GI C
BREEZY POI T RESORT
BUY-MOR PARTS & SERVICE LC
CARLSON DIRTWORX LLC
CAROLINA SOFT I/ARE INC
CHARM-TEX INC
CITIZEN'S ,ADVOCATE
CLAY CO SHERIFF
CLEA SWEEP COMMERCIAL SERVICES
CODE 4 SERVICES INC
COLE PAPERS INC
COLLINS/CHERI
COLUMN SOFTVVARE PBC
COMPASS MINERALS .A.MERICA INC
CONCEPT CATERING
COOPER'S OFFICE SUPPLY INC
CRAFCO INC
CULLIGAN OF ELBOW LAKE
O.A.HLSAD/CHRISTOPHER
DEL TA PLASTICS OF THE SOUTH LLC
DEM-CON MATERIALS RECOVERY LLC
DICK'S STANDARD
EAST SIDE OIL COMPANIES
EMERALD lNATERS DE VELOPMENT & CO
EVCO PETROLEUM PRODUCTS INC
EVOLUTION WHEEL
F-M FORKLIFT SALES & SERVICE INC
FARMERS CO-OP OIL
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
April 12, 2026 (Exhibit A)
Amount
70 .10
1 500 .00
15,935.12
24.22
10,605.00
500.00
536.50
4,489.00
5,198.00
676.00
52.50
1,069.02
500.00
696.50
58.00
2,905.96
2,405.$1
2,100.00
2,500 .00
67 .81
24 .00
94 .11
1,050 .00
1,246 .03
2,968 .97
118.19
57 .36
137,613.41
625.00
10,513.55
319 .80
44 .00
16.25
54 ,000.00
2,522.02
253.43
180.00
15,680.00
2,812.27
4,400.00
430.98
1,222.88
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Vendor Nnme
FAS ENAL COMPANY
FELLBAUM/KEVIN
FERGUS FALLS DAILY JOUR AL
FERGUS FALLS/CITY OF
FERGUS PO ' ER PUMP INC
FERGUS IRE GEN ER INC
FIDLAR TEC OLOGIES INC
FIETZEK/MICHELLE
FORurv COMMUNICATIO s COMPANY
FORUM COMMUNICATIO S COMPANY
FORUM COMMUNICATIO SPRINTING
FRAZEE-VERGAS FORUM
FRONTIER PRECIS ION INC
GALLS LLC
GRAI GER INC
GRENEJTUCKER
HASTINGS/ALEX
HEALTHCARE EN IR O MENTAL SERVIC!
HENNING HARDWARE
HILLYARD -HUTCH! SO
HOUSTON ENGINEERING INC
IMAGING SPECTRUM INC
JAKE'S JOHNS LLC
JOHNSO CONTROLS FIRE PROTECTIO"
JORGE SON/KUR
LAKE REGION HEALTHCARE
LAKELAND AUTO REPAIR LLC
LANGUAGE LI E SER 1IC ES INC
LARKIN HO FFMAN PUBLIC AFFAIRS I C
LARRY OTT INC
LOCATORS & SUPPLIES INC
M-R SIGN CO INC
MARCO TECH OLOGIES LLC
MARCO TECHNOLOGIES LLC
MCM
MCIT
MINNESOTA MOTOR COMPANY
M DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES
M DEPT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
MNCCC LOCKBOX
MOORE ENGINEERING INC
NAPA CE TRAL
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
April 12, 2026 (Exhibit A)
Amount
15 .04
64 .53
836 .15
4,200 .00
15,6-4.38
726.23
11,028 .64
151 .50
208 .80
267.50
4,213 .57
16.00
94 722 .00
3 274.40
833.36
16.25
77.42
463.27
2,639.74
466.47
7,038.75
292.48
340.00
9:7.70
28.99
1,146.50
57.49
67.50
5,000.00
3,900.00
241 .60
464.40
536.00
975.22
5.98
10,195.00
325.34
93.4.96
25.00
4,315 .00
10,171.75
113.16
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Vendor Nome
NE YORK MILLS DISPATCH
NORTH CENTRAL I C
NORTHWEST TIRE I C
OFFICE OF MNIT SERVICES
OLSEN C AIN & CABLE CO I C
OLSO FU ERAL HOME
OLSON TIRE & OIL
OLSO /RYA
OLYMPIC SALE S INC
OTTER TAIL CO REASURER
OUTDOOR RENOVATIONS LANDSCAPE &
PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES INC
P,<\RKERS PRAIRIE/Cl Y OF
PAW PUBLICATIO 'S LLC
PDCM/SCSU-RA GE
PEAK PERFORMANCE ROOFING & EX EF
PEBBLE LAKE AUTO
PEOPLEFACTS LLC
PHILLIPPI/DR JAY
PHOENIX SUPPLY
PIEPER/JORDAN
PLUNKETT'S VARMENT GUARD
PRAIRI E ROBOTICS INC
PR ECISE MRM LLC
PRIMADATA LLC
PRODUCTIVE AL TERNA lVES INC
PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES OF THE BIG
PU BLIC GROUP LLCfTHE
OUADIE T Fl ANCE USA I C
OUICK'S NAPA AUTO PAR S
RDO EQUIPMENT CO
ROO TRUCK CENTERS LLC
REUSE MINNES OTA
SERVICE FOOD SUPER VALU
SIGNS PLUS
SILENT LAKE BUILDERS
SNAP-ON INDUSTRIAL
SRF CONSUL TING GROUP I C
STACHfTRENT
STANTEC CONSUL TING SERVIC ES INC
STEINS INC
STEVE'S SANITATIO INC
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
April 12, 2026 (Exhibit A)
Amount
36,672.33
9.021 .-94
959.86
1,603.35
170.50
1,000.00
150.00
174 .99
446.62
2,373 .88
6.470 .00
12,451.50
130 .00
360 .19
655 .00
10,000 .00
83.27
17 .28
475.00
1,592 .75
16.25
232 .96
32 ,045 .00
2,480.00
1.225.83
62.42
1,691 .25
3,666.91
343.21
14.34
453.64
6,435.21
200.00
48.70
790.00
7,849.12
1.431 .02
18,699.21
16.25
45.627.45
101 .28
17,080.00
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Vendor Nnme
STO EBROOKE ENGINEER! G INC
STREIC ERS
sur MIT FOOD SERVICE LLC
SUMMIT-LR
SUPER SEP IC INC
EiC .!JODI
HOMSO REU ER S -EST
TK ELEVATOR CORP
TRANSPOR A TIO COLLABORATIVE &
TSCHIDA/CRAIG
YSOAULEROY
UMLA.UF/JESS ICA
US POSTAL SERVICE
VERGAS AUTO REPAIR LLC
VESTIS
VISUAL GOV SOLUTIONS LLC
EST CE TRAL MN SBDC
M CORPORA E SERVICES INC
SB & AS SOCIA TES I C
ZIEGLER INC
Final Total:
Vendor Nmne
AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES I C
Final Total:
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
April 12, 2026 (Exhibit A)
Amount
95,757.55
B79.00
11 ,368 .11
3,000 .00
99 .00
358 .67
6,293 .31
1,019 .50
1,078 .1$
105 85
300 .00
10 .55
20,000.00
81 .93
275 .43
616.03
1/i00.00
20 ,626.45
26 ,053 .50
1,700.82
892.172.12
Amount
3,473.12
3.473 .12
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Vendor Name
ASSOC IATION OF M COUNTIES
HEGLUND/EMILY
JASO ANDERSON CONSUL Tl G LLC
KLOE /ASHLEY
~ AHIJBE-OTWA CAP I C
ID IEST MONITORING & SURVElLANCE
r~ IN KOTA ENVIRO SERVICES I C
OLSO /ALIXANDRA
OTTER TAIL CO ATTORNEY'S OFFIC E
OTTER TAIL CO RECORD ER
OTTERTAIL CO S ERIFF
OTTER All Ml -DAKOT.A. COACHES INC
PE KE VALD ES/LYNN E
PETERSO !TIM
PREMI ER BIOTECH INC
PREMI ER BIOTECH LA BS LLC
SCHOOL DIST 547 -PARKE RS PRAIRI E
v ENZE L/ERICA
Vendor Name
GOOS/KRISTI
Final Total:
ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS LLC
VICTOR LUNDEEN COMPANY
Final Total:
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
April 12, 2026 (Exhibit A)
Amount
5,:-64.00
19 .88
3,500.00
51 .31
28,907.22
1.219.00
156.00
13.14
8,527.25
26 .00
95.90
1.243.80
777.40
16.39
1,915.00
2,221 .95
4,133.76
15.00
58.403.00
Amount
253 .90
64 .14
445.75
763.79
OTTERTAIL
COUNTY -MINNESOTA
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
April 28, 2026
OTTER TAIL COUNTY -MINNESOTA
DRAINAGE AUTHORITY MINUTES
Government Services Center, Commissioners' Room & Via Livestream
515 West Fir Avenue, Fergus Falls, MN
April 28, 2026110:01 a.m.
CALL TO ORDER
The Otter Tail County Drainage Authority convened at 10:01 a.m. Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Government
Services Center in Fergus Falls, MN . Commissioners Robert Lahman, Chair; Dan Bucholz, Vice Chair; Kurt
Mortenson , Wayne Johnson, and Sean Sullivan were present.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA & CONSENT AGENDA
Chair Lahman called for joint approval of the Drainage Authority Agenda and Consent Agenda. Motion by
Johnson, second by Bucholz and unanimously carried to approve the Drainage Authority Agenda of April 28,
2026 and the Consent Agenda of April 28 , 2026 as follows:
1. April 14, 2026 , Drainage Authority Meeting Minutes
2. Warrants/Bills for April 28, 2026 (Exhibit A)
DITCH 52 -BEAVER DAM
Motion by Johnson, second by Mortenson and unanimously carried to approve an after-the-fact authorization
for Christensen Construction and Mike Nelson, to work in County Ditch 52, at the request of property owner
Paul Moe, for beaver dam removal and trapping, as presented by Parks & Trails Director Kevin Fellbaum.
ADJOURNMENT
At 10 :04 a.m., Chair Lahman declared the Otter Tail County Drainage Authority meeting adjourned. The next
Drainage Authority meeting will immediately follow the next regular Board meeting on Tuesday, May 12, 2026,
at the Government Services Center in Fergus Falls and via livestream.
OTTER TAIL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dated: May 12, 2026
!lf!, 7;t: f) / By : ~·-_v;/J ~~
Robert Lahma~~d of Commissioners Chair
Attests/ /J O l,,1./-W,,a,t,...-,
Nicole Hansen, Clerk
Page 1 of 2
Page 2 of 2
Vendor Nmne
FRIEDSAM/KEITH
NELSON!.11KE
Final Total:
Board of Commissioners' Meeting Minutes
April 28, 2026 (Exhibit A)
Amount
1,845.10
350.00
2.195.10