October 10, 2023

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

TIME TAB

9:00 a.m. #1 Pledge to the Flag                                      

Approve Agenda

Approve Minutes of September 26, 2023

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

  • Claims
  • Approval of MFIP Biennial Plan

9:10 a.m. #3 Public Works

  • Updates
  • Frontier Precision Purchase
  • Pine Island Barrier Study
  • Auction Items

9:25 a.m. #4 Auditor/Treasurer

  • Claims
  • Set Work Session
  • Purchase Approval

9:30 a.m. #5 Human Resources

  • Advertise/Interview/Hire
  • Motion to Approve Flu Shots

9:35 a.m. #6 HRA

9:45 a.m. #7 Land & Water

  • CUP #23-15CU-Braaten & Frohreich
  • CUP #23-16CU-Brateng
  • CUP #23-17CU-Schwandt

10:00 a.m. #8 Closed Session

  • Resolution Open/Close
  • Union Negotiation-MN Statute 13D.03, Sub 1(b)
  • Motion Open/Close

11:00 a.m. #9 Recess

11:05 a.m. #10 Work Session

  • Tourism/Lodging Tax

Correspondence:

Old/New Business

  • Lessard –Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
  • Land Trade
  • Township Road Inventory
  • Home Health Care Task Force
  • Law Enforcement Center

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September 26, 2023

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

TIME TAB

9:00 a.m. #1 Pledge to the Flag                                      

Approve Agenda

Approve Minutes of September 12, 2023

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

  • Claims
  • Cell Phone Authorization

9:15 a.m. #3 County Road Access Discussion

9:45 a.m. #4 Public Works Hwy/Solid Waste

  • Updates
  • SAP 039-630-001 Final Payment

9:55 a.m. #5 Human Resources

  • Environmental Specialist II-Scott Head

10:00 a.m. #6 Kay Schell

  • Lakewood Nursing Service Contract
  • Opioid Treatment Plan

10:15 a.m. #7 Auditor/Treasurer

  • Claims
  • Set Road Tour/Joint Ditch Meeting Date
  • Set Work Session
  • Set Closed Session
  • Health Insurance

Correspondence: 

Old/New Business

  • Lessard –Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
  • Land Trade
  • Township Road Inventory
  • Home Health Care Task Force
  • Law Enforcement Center

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September 26, 2023

September 26, 2023

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on September 26, 2023 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

Vice-Chair Cody Hasbargen called the meeting to order at 9:00a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners: Cody Hasbargen, Jon Waibel, Buck Nordlof and Joe Grund. Also Present was Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. Absent: Commissioner Ed Arnesen.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the agenda.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of September 12, 2023.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $4,718.89; Commissioners Warrants $4,764.26; Commissioners Warrants $9,767.26.

Approval of Cell Phone Stipend

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve Social Worker Whitney Nelson for a cell phone stipend in the amount of $60.00 effective October 2023.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $66,573.11; Road & Bridge $57,402.19; County Development $200.00; Natl Resc Enhance $3,357.50; Joint Ditch $7,309.50; Solid Waste $9,520.15; EDA $37,237.09.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 9/26/2023 For Payment 9/29/2023

Vendor Name Amount

Accurate HD Ltd. 35,772.00

Alpha Training &Tactics LLC 8,078.30

Contech Engineered Solutions LLC 4,129.20

E. Brookmyer, Inc. 4,536.25

Geofoam America LLC 7,309.50

Headwaters Regional Development Commiss 36,000.00

Hoffman, Philipp & Martell, PLLC 5,850.00

John Deere Financial 3,831.73

Lake Area Construction Inc 15,915.00

Larkin Hoffman Attorneys 20,925.00

North East Technical Service,Inc 2,855.00

Quadient Finance USA Inc. 2,000.00

Rinke-Noonan 3,557.50

Titan Machinery – Roseau 4,501.03

U.S. Bank Equipment Finance 6,268.50

38 Payments less than 2000 20,070.53

Final Total: 181,599.54          

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: September 20,2023 for $257,073.74; September 20, 2023 for $1,450.10; September 13, 2023 for $83,559.13.

Set Road Tour/Joint Ditch Meeting Date

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to set the county road tour/Joint ditch meeting date for October 18, 2023. The road tour will begin at 12:00p.m. with the Joint ditch meeting to follow at 6:00p.m. at Arnesen’s Rock Harbor Lodge.

Set Closed Session/Work Session

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to set a closed session for Union Negotiations pursuant to MN Statute 13D.03, Sub 1(b) for October 4, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. in the Lake of the Woods County Government Center Commissioners Room with a work session for Tourism/Lodging Tax to follow.

Health Insurance

Lake of the Woods County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson gave the board information about Health Insurance renewal changes to review for a later meeting date.

County Road Access Discussion

Concerned Citizens Frank Sindelir, Michael Silontyev, and Mr. Silontyev’s son came to the board to discuss issues they have been having with an access road to their property. They would like to come to an agreement on the access and use of this road to access their properties peacefully or find a different solution. The County has done maintenance to this access in the past and views it as the access road to other properties in the area.  No action was taken by the board at this time. 

Recess

A brief recess took place at 9:47a.m. and reconvened at 9:52a.m. 

Public Works

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl gave an update on various road & bridge projects. 

Amendment to the Roseau County Interim County Engineer Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the amended contract between Lake of the Woods County and Roseau County for Lake of the Woods County Engineer to act as Interim County Engineer in Roseau County, from $10,000 per month to $5,000 per month until the new Roseau County Engineer completes and receives their certification. 

SAP 039-630-001 Final Payment

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the final payment of SAP 039-630-001 for Davidson Ready-Mix & Construction, Inc. of Newfolden, MN in the total amount of $878,069.50 and hereby authorize final payment of $55,083.55

Human Resources

Approve Grade Increase-Environmental Specialist II Scott Head

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the grade increase for Environmental Specialist II Scott Head from Grade 10, Step 11, $25.60 per hour at 232 points to Grade 11, Step 11, $26,98 per hour at 253 points effective next full pay period.

Lakewood Health-Kay Schell

Lakewood Nursing Service Contract Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously approve the renewal of the Purchase of Service agreement for Community Health Services between Lake of the Woods County and Lakewood Health Center.

Opioid Treatment Plan-Bylaws

Kay Schell reviewed the Opioid Treatment Plan Bylaws with the board. The Interim County Attorney Michelle Moren will review the document and bring back to the board for approval at a later date. No action was taken at this time.

Recess

A brief recess took place at 10:10 a.m. and reconvened at 10:18 a.m.

Rescind Prior Motion and Change Date for Closed Session/Work Session

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to rescind the prior motion to set a date for the closed session/work session meeting and to change the Closed session pursuant to MN Statute 13D.03, Sub 1(b) and the work session for Lodging Tax/Tourism from October 4, 2023 to October 10, 2023 with the closed session beginning at 10:00 a.m. 

Recess

With no further business before the Board, Vice-Chair Cody Hasbargen called the meeting to recess at 10:20a.m.

Attest: September 26, 2023

______________________________ _________________________________

County Auditor/Treasurer, Lorene Hanson Vice-Chair Cody Hasbargen

September 12, 2023

Tuesday, September 12, 2023

TIME TAB

9:00 a.m. #1 Pledge to the Flag                                      

Approve Agenda

Approve Minutes of August 22, 2023

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

  • Claims
  • Purchase Approval
  • Chairs

9:10 a.m. #3 Auditor/Treasurer

  • Claims
  • Alternate Appointment
  • North Country Community Health Board
  • North Country Community Health Services Advisory Committee
  • Attorney Contract
  • Approve Proposed 2024 Levy

9:20 a.m. #4 Public Works Hwy/Solid Waste

  • Updates
  • Approval of Agreement #1054497

9:30 a.m. #5 Land & Water 

  • CUP #23-13CU-Wang
  • CUP #23-14CU-Houser

9:45 a.m. #6 Human Resources

  • Personnel Committee Recommendation
  • Legal Secretary
  • Uniform Allowance

10:00 a.m. #7 RECESS

Old/New Business

  • Lessard –Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
  • Land Trade
  • Township Road Inventory
  • Home Health Care Task Force
  • Law Enforcement Center

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September 12, 2023

September 12, 2023

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on September 12, 2023 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

Chair Ed Arnesen called the meeting to order at 9:00a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners: Ed Arnesen, Jon Waibel, Buck Nordlof and Joe Grund. Also Present was Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. Absent: Commissioner Cody Hasbargen.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the agenda.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of August 22, 2023.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $14,054.74; Commissioners Warrants $4,915.97; Commissioners Warrants $16,577.78.

Approval of Purchase-Plastic Chairs

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the purchase of 35 chairs at $68.00 per chair to be paid for out of the Social Services fund.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously with Commissioner Buck Nordlof abstaining to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $82,787.73; Road & Bridge $121,386.99; County Development $1,675.00; Joint Ditch $91,670.54; Solid Waste $59,782.85.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 9/12/2023 For Payment 9/15/2023

Vendor Name Amount

Andy’s Garage, Inc. 2,819.05

ByteSpeed, LLC 5,538.00

Cdw Government, Inc 2,590.13

Cenex Co-Op Services, Inc. 17,939.38

Contech Engineered Solutions LLC 70,779.40

Counties Providing Technology 4,204.00

Dentons Dirt Worx, LLC 90,365.54

Election Systems & Software, Inc 3,675.00

Erickson Engineering Company, LLC 3,885.00

Farmers Union Oil company 2,214.38

Gilson Co, Inc. 2,598.04

Howard’s Oil Company 16,532.87

Integris LLC 5,812.98

Joy Brandt Painting 4,250.00

Larkin Hoffman Attorneys 8,837.50

Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC 5,341.20

LOW Highway Dept 15,443.96

Mar-Kit Landfill 15,048.00

Moren/Law Offices Of Patrick D 4,401.80

National Business Furniture, LLC 2,069.60

North East Technical Service,Inc 17,461.20

North Leaf Auto Body 4,741.65

R & Q Trucking, Inc 6,110.00

Verus Corporation 3,300.00

Voice Products 2,639.10

WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOC., INC. 2,850.00

59 Payments less than 2000 35,855.33

Final Total: 357,303.11

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: August 23,2023 for $14,178.79; August 29,2023 for $7,751.86; September 6, 2023 for $55,098.47

Alternate Appointments

Appointment of Alternate Member for the North Country Community Health Board

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to appoint Commissioner Cody Hasbargen as an alternate member of the North Country Community Health Board.

Appointment of Alternate Member for the North Country Community Health Services Advisory Committee

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to appoint Commissioner Cody Hasbargen as an alternate member of the North Country Community Health Services Advisory Committee. 

Attorney Contract Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the Professional Services Contract between Lake of the Woods County and Michelle E. Moren, Attorney at Law as interim County Attorney.

Approval of Proposed 2024 Levy

Resolution

Resolution Adopting

Proposed 2024 Budget and Tax Levy

Resolution   2023-09-01

The following Resolution was proposed and moved for adoption by Commissioner Buck Nordlof:

WHEREAS, the Proposed County Budget for the year 2024 has been reviewed by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners; and 

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following Proposed Budget and Tax Levy is hereby adopted for the Lake of the Woods County for 2024:

Revenue Fund $ 2,116,712

Road & Bridge Fund $500,000

Social Services Fund         $603,935

Economic Development Authority Fund   $60,000

2024 Proposed Budget and Tax Levy        $3,280,647

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following amounts be levied against the unorganized townships of Lake of the Woods County for 2024:

Twp Road & Bridge $476,470*

Twp Fire – Baudette $26,750

 Twp Fire – Williams $17,101

Twp Fire – NW Angle $6,500

Total $526,821

2024

* $476,470 for Township Road & Bridge, includes $5,000 Blue Blades and $12,765 Admin of Township Roads (458,705+5,000+12,765=476,470)  

A public meeting to discuss the 2024 Proposed Budget and Tax Levy will be held on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the Lake of the Woods County Commissioners’ Room. 

The motion was seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund, and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried. 

Public Works

Updates

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl gave an update of various projects that included: Reclaiming Birch Beach/Sandy Shores roads, Bridge Inspections, and Erosion project.

Approval of Agreement-MNDOT

Resolution

The following Resolution was offered by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the following:

MNDOT AGREEMENT NO. 1054497

RESOLUTION NO. 23-09-02

WHEREAS, Lake of the Woods County and the State of Minnesota Department of Transportation enter into MNDOT Agreement No. 1054497 for the following purposes:

To provide payment by the County to the State of the County’s share of the costs of the grading, bituminous surfacing, ADA improvements, and lighting construction and other associated construction to be performed upon, along, and adjacent to Trunk Highway No. 72 from 475 feet north of Trunk Highway 11 to 729 feet north of Third Street NE under State Aid Project 039-626-005 and State Project No. 3905-10 (TH 72=325).

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lake of the Woods County Board Chair and the Lake of the Woods County Engineer are authorized to execute the Agreement and any amendments to the Agreement.

Land & Water

Consideration of Conditional Use Permit Application #23-13CU by Dale Wang, et.al

A tract in Government Lot 4, Section Seventeen (17), Township One Hundred Sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West (Wheeler)- Parcel ID# 19.17.23.050. Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by the Section of 902 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to move more than ten (10) cubic yards of material within the shore impact zone of Lake of the Woods to repair shoreline damage. Lake of the Woods is a General Development lake.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the following Conditional Use Permit/Findings of Fact #23-13CU by Dale Wange,et.al to move more than ten (10) cubic yards of material within the shore impact zone of the Lake of the Woods to repair shoreline damage.

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners

Findings of Fact and Decision

Name of Applicant:  Dale Wang Date:  September 12, 2023

Location/Legal Description:  Tract in Government Lot 4, Section Seventeen (17), Township One Hundred Sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West (Wheeler) – Parcel ID# 19.17.23.050.

Project Proposal:  Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by Section 902 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to move more than ten (10) cubic yards of material within the shore impact zone of Lake of the Woods to repair shoreline damage.

1)  Is the project proposal consistent with the Lake of the Woods County Comprehensive Land Use Plan? YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not? Shoreline restoration.

2)  Is the project proposal consistent with maintaining the public health, safety, and welfare?

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the project proposal consistent with the goal of preventing and controlling water pollution, including sedimentation and nutrient loading?                        YES (  ) NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. Will the project proposal not adversely affect the site’s existing topography, drainage features, and vegetative cover?                                            YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the project proposal’s site location reasonable in relation to any floodplain and/or floodway of rivers or tributaries? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not? Lake of the Woods shoreline.

  1. Has the erosion potential of the site based upon the degree and direction of slope, soil type and existing vegetative cover been adequately addressed for the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the site in harmony with existing and proposed access roads?     YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the project proposal compatible with adjacent land uses? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not? Shoreline.

9)  Does the project proposal have a reasonable need to be in a shoreland location?

YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not? Lake of the Woods Shoreline.

  1. Is the amount of liquid waste to be generated reasonable and the proposed sewage disposal system adequate to accommodate the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? _________________________________________________________________

  1. Will the visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed from public waters comply with Section 901 of the Zoning Ordinance?         YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? _________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the site adequate for water supply and on-site sewage treatment systems? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. Are the affected public waters suited to and able to safely accommodate the types, uses, and numbers of watercraft that the project proposal will generate? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. If the project proposal includes above ground or below ground storage tanks for petroleum or other hazardous material that is subject to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requirements, has a permit been sought? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. Will there be fencing and/or other screening provided to buffer the project proposal from adjacent properties?

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

  1. If signage is associated with the project proposal, has the applicant demonstrated the need for the number and size requested, and minimized the visual appearance as viewed from adjacent properties to the extent possible? 

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________

  1. If the project proposal will generate additional traffic to or from the site, has the applicant adequately demonstrated how the additional traffic and parking is to be addressed? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

If all answers to the Findings of Fact-Criteria are either “Yes” or are “Not Applicable” to the request, the criteria for granting the conditional use permit have been met. The conditional use permit will maintain the goals of safety, health, and general welfare of the public.  

The specific conditions of approval are as follows: None

Approved  as Presented  (X) Approved with Conditions  (  ) Denied  (  )

September 12, 2023 _____________________________________

Date Ed Arnesen

Chair, County Board

This is in accordance with Section 1105 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance.

Consideration of Conditional Use Permit Application #23-14CU by Katherine Houser

A tract in Government Lot 4, Section Seventeen (17), Township One Hundred Sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West (Wheeler) – Parcel ID# 19.17.23.030. Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by Section 902 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to move more than ten (10) cubic yards of material within the shore impact zone of Lake of the Woods to repair shoreline damage. Lake of the Woods is a General Development lake.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the follow Conditional Use Permit/Findings of Fact #23-14CU by Katherine Houser to move more than ten (10) cubic yards of material within the shore impact zone of Lake of the Woods to repair shoreline damage. Lake of the Woods is a General Development lake.

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners

Findings of Fact and Decision

Name of Applicant:  Katherine Houser Date:  September 12, 2023

Location/Legal Description:  Tract in Government Lot 4, Section Seventeen (17), Township One Hundred Sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West (Wheeler) – Parcel ID# 19.17.23.030.

Project Proposal:  Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by Section 902 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to move more than ten (10) cubic yards of material within the shore impact zone of Lake of the Woods to repair shoreline damage.

1)  Is the project proposal consistent with the Lake of the Woods County Comprehensive Land Use Plan? YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not? Shoreline restoration.

2)  Is the project proposal consistent with maintaining the public health, safety, and welfare?

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

3. Is the project proposal consistent with the goal of preventing and controlling water pollution, including sedimentation and nutrient loading?                        YES (  ) NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

4. Will the project proposal not adversely affect the site’s existing topography, drainage features, and vegetative cover?                                            YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

5. Is the project proposal’s site location reasonable in relation to any floodplain and/or floodway of rivers or tributaries? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not? Lake of the Woods shoreline.

6. Has the erosion potential of the site based upon the degree and direction of slope, soil type and existing vegetative cover been adequately addressed for the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

7. Is the site in harmony with existing and proposed access roads?     YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

8. Is the project proposal compatible with adjacent land uses? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not? Shoreline.

9)  Does the project proposal have a reasonable need to be in a shoreland location?

YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not? Lake of the Woods Shoreline.

10. Is the amount of liquid waste to be generated reasonable and the proposed sewage disposal system adequate to accommodate the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? _________________________________________________________________

11. Will the visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed from public waters comply with Section 901 of the Zoning Ordinance?         YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? _________________________________________________________________

12. Is the site adequate for water supply and on-site sewage treatment systems? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

13. Are the affected public waters suited to and able to safely accommodate the types, uses, and numbers of watercraft that the project proposal will generate? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

14. If the project proposal includes above ground or below ground storage tanks for petroleum or other hazardous material that is subject to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requirements, has a permit been sought? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

15. Will there be fencing and/or other screening provided to buffer the project proposal from adjacent properties?

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

16. If signage is associated with the project proposal, has the applicant demonstrated the need for the number and size requested, and minimized the visual appearance as viewed from adjacent properties to the extent possible? 

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________

17. If the project proposal will generate additional traffic to or from the site, has the applicant adequately demonstrated how the additional traffic and parking is to be addressed? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not? ____________________________________________________________________

If all answers to the Findings of Fact-Criteria are either “Yes” or are “Not Applicable” to the request, the criteria for granting the conditional use permit have been met. The conditional use permit will maintain the goals of safety, health, and general welfare of the public.  

The specific conditions of approval are as follows: None

Approved  as Presented  (X) Approved with Conditions  (  ) Denied  (  )

September 12, 2023 _____________________________________

Date Ed Arnesen

Chair, County Board

This is in accordance with Section 1105 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance.

Human Resources

Approval of New Job Description- Office Manager, Paralegal, Victim Witness Coordinator

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the updated job description for Office Manager, Paralegal, Victim Witness Coordinator Dena Pieper. 

Approval of Grade increase

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve a grade increase for Office Manager, Paralegal, Victim Witness Coordinator Dena Pieper from Grade 11, Step 14, $28.39 at 261 points to Grade 13, Step 10, $29.52 per hour at 301 points.

Uniform Allowance

Human Resources Director Savanna Slick and Sheriff Gary Fish came to the board to ask for approval to increase the uniform allowance amount for Emergency Management Director Jill Olson from $400.00 for two part-time positions to $600.00. No action was taken by the board.

Recess

With no further business before the Board, Chair Ed Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 9:55 a.m.

Attest: September 12, 2023

______________________________ _________________________________County Auditor/Treasurer, Lorene Hanson Chairman Ed Arnesen

August 22, 2023

Tuesday, August 22, 2023

TIME TAB

9:00 a.m. #1 Pledge to the Flag                                      

Approve Agenda

Approve Minutes of August 8, 2023

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

  • Claims

9:10 a.m. #3 Auditor/Treasurer

  • Claims

9:15 a.m. #4 Cody Underdahl

  • DOC Update

9:35 a.m. #5 Public Works Hwy/Solid Waste

  • Updates

9:50 a.m. #6 Sheriff

  • Purchase of Service Agreement

9:55 a.m. #7 Land & Water

  • Adoption of Rainy Rapid Workplan

10:10 a.m. #8 RECESS

10:15 a.m. #9 Work Session

  • Budget Meeting

Correspondence: Attorney General

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  • Township Road Inventory
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  • Law Enforcement Center
  • Tourism/Lodging Tax 
  • Centennial

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August 22, 2023

August 22, 2023

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on August 22, 2023 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

Chair Ed Arnesen called the meeting to order at 9:00a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners: Ed Arnesen, Jon Waibel, Cody Hasbargen and Joe Grund. Also Present was Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. Absent: Commissioner Buck Nordlof.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the agenda with the following changes: Add: Approval of Quotes for Painting.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of August 8, 2023.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $7,227.47; Commissioners Warrants $1,758.25; Commissioners Warrants $6,696.54.

Minnesota Department of Corrections

District Supervisor Cody Underdahl gave an update that included: Legislative changes, staffing changes, Borderland Substance Abuse Court, supervised probation, and the cognitive behavior program.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $277,332.64; Road & Bridge $40,348.19; County Development $350.00; Joint Ditch $97,362.60; Solid Waste $17,361.52; EDA $1,296.60.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 8/22/2023 For Payment 8/25/2023

Vendor Name Amount

ByteSpeed, LLC 4,400.00

Cenex Co-Op Services, Inc. 15,944.90

Counties Providing Technology 4,284.00

Dentons Dirt Worx, LLC 97,362.60

Erickson Engineering Company, LLC 7,528.50

Farmers Union Oil Co. 2,960.46

Lake Area Construction Inc 14,700.00

Lavalla Sand & Gravel Inc 76,353.84

Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC 10,266.35

North Central Insulation 162,912.00

Pomp’s Tire-Thief River Falls 3,345.46

Quadient Finance USA Inc. 2,000.00

Roseau County Highway Dept 3,305.02

Stonebrooke Engineering, Inc. 4,148.93

U.S. Bank Equipment Finance 6,268.50

Wex Bank 2,102.78

30 Payments less than 2000 16,168.21

Final Total: 434,051.55

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: August 9, 2023 for $105,137.32; August 16, 2023 for $167,739.06.

Roof Repair Final Payment

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the final payment for the Government Center building roof repair in the amount of $162,912.00 to be paid for out of the building fund.

Approval of Bid

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to approve the bid from Joy Brandt Painting in the amount of $4,250.00 to paint the Government Center Court Room to be paid for out of the insurance claim for water damage.

Public Works

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl discussed project SAP 039-026-005 300ft of road between Willie Walleye, the VFW, and the Grand Theater that will begin work in summer of 2024. 

Add to Agenda

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to add Permission to advertise for bids for SAP 039-026-005.

Permission to advertise for bids

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the request to advertise for bids for project SAP 039-026-005.

Updates

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl discussed the reclaiming on County Road 8 and informed the board that the project will continue after Labor Day. Mr. Pirkl also informed the board that a water line was installed at the landfill to help with the grinding of shingles.

Sheriff

Pennington County Purchase of Service Agreement

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the renewal of the Purchase of Service agreement between Pennington County, Thief River Falls, and Lake of the Woods County Sheriff’s Office and for Chair Ed Arnesen and Sheriff Gary Fish to sign the same.

Land & Water

Adoption of Rainy-Rapid Work Plan

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the Rainy-Rapid work plan for Watershed based implementation funding and allow the implantation committee to certify any final changes required for approval by the Board of Water and Soil Resources.

Recess

With no further business before the Board, Chair Ed Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 9:45 a.m.

Attest: September 12, 2023

______________________________ _________________________________

County Auditor/Treasurer, Lorene Hanson Chairman Ed Arnesen

August 8th, 2023

August 8, 2023

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on August 8, 2023 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

Chair Ed Arnesen called the meeting to order at 9:00a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners: Ed Arnesen, Buck Nordlof, Jon Waibel, Cody Hasbargen and Joe Grund. Also Present was Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. 

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to approve the agenda with the following changes: Add: Cliffs Discussion, Northerly Park Legacy Grant, Letter of Support MNDOT, Approval of Shoreline Erosion FEMA quotes. 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of July 25, 2023.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $27,249.65; Commissioners Warrants $2,838.53; Commissioners Warrants $6,294.36.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner  Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $113,923.42; Road & Bridge $34,198.19; County Development $1,600.00; Joint Ditch $2,600.00; Solid Waste $44,861.48.

  WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 8/08/2023 For Payment 8/11/2023

Vendor Name Amount

Business Essentials 3,109.00

CARRIFF Engineered Fabrics Corporation 2,932.53

Cenex Co-Op Services, Inc. 3,402.63

DLT Solutions, LLC 3,074.60

Farmers Union Oil company 2,265.71

Howard’s Oil Company 9,747.06

Integris LLC 4,651.69

Interstate Billing Service Inc 3,990.48

LOW Highway Dept 11,679.15

LOW School District–390 3,000.00

LOW Soil & Water Cons. Dist. 29,235.00

Mar-Kit Landfill 16,065.75

Marco Technologies LLC 5,890.00

North Country Chevrolet 39,747.48

R & Q Trucking, Inc 6,721.00

Rainy Lake Oil, Inc 2,549.15

Roseau & Lakeof theWoods Sportsmans Club 5,000.00

Strata Corp, Inc 7,522.88

WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING & ASSOC., INC. 5,900.00

56 Payments less than 2000 30,698.98

Final Total: 197,183.09

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: July 26,2023 for $35,310.55; August 2,2023 for $25,466.55; August 3, 2023 for $250,563.39.

Permission to Hire Environmental Specialist

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the request to hire Eric Best as Environmental Specialist at Grade 10, Step 1, $21.16 per hour at 245 points.

Public Works

Updates

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl gave an update that included various projects around County Road 8.

Letter of Support MNDOT

Resolution

The following Resolution was offered by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the following:

LETTER of SUPPORT MNDOT

RESOLUTION NO. 23-08-01

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners supports The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MNDOT) application for funding through the United States Department of Transportation’s (USDOT) Promotion Resilient Operation for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-Saving Transportation (PROTECT) grant.  

WHEREAS, The PROTECT funding will facilitate the realignment of Highway 11 between Baudette and International Falls, MN, to remove the highway from two critical slope failures.

WHEREAS, the project will enhance the resilience of the transportation system in an area with very limited access to integral services, products, and employment.

WHEREAS, the Highway 11 Rainy River Slide Realignment and Resiliency Project aligns with the goals of the PROTECT program, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and the USDOT.

WHEREAS, the completion of the Highway 11 Rainy River Slide Realignment and Resiliency Project will strengthen our transportation system and contribute to growth in our region. 

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners offers their support for the Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MNDOT) application to receive funding from the PROTECT grant for the completion of the Highway 11 Rainy River Slide Realignment and Resiliency Project. 

Approve Shoreline Erosion Quotes

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to approve the quote from Denton DirtWorks in the amount of $43,769.16 for work on Public Access Roads, and to include Birch Beach and Rocky point to be paid for by FEMA funds. 

Salary Increase

Motion 

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve a salary increase for County Engineer Anthony Pirkl from $110,115 to $140,000 per year with an annual increase of 2.5% over the next three years effective next full pay period.

Land & Water

Approval of Grade Increase

Motion 

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve a Grade increase for Environmental Specialist Scott Head from Grade 9, Step 11 to Grade 10, Step 11, $25.60 per hour effective next full pay period.

Consideration of Conditional Use Permit Application #23-11CU by Jesse Mayfield and Steve Asplin

That portion of Government Lot 9, Section Six (6), Township One Hundred Sixty (160) North, Range Thirty (30) West (Gudrid)- Parcel ID# 31.06.44.020. Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by Section 401 B of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to allow a commercial activity consisting of a storage building in a non-shoreland Residential Development Zoning District (R1).

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the following CUP #23-11CU/Findings of Fact by Jesse Mayfield and Steve Asplin to allow a commercial activity consisting of a storage building in a non-shoreland Residential Development Zoning District (R1) with the following conditions:

  1. The conditional use permit is specific to the submitted application and sketch only.
  2. No habitation of the structure or on the property.

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners

Findings of Fact and Decision

Name of Applicant:  Jesse Mayfield and Steve Asplin Date: August 8, 2023

Location/Legal Description:  That portion of Gov. Lot 9 lying South and West of State Highway #11 and lying South and East of County Road #35 in Section Six (6), Township One-hundred sixty (160) North, Range Thirty (30) West – Parcel ID# 31.06.44.020.

Project Proposal:  Allow commercial activity consisting of a storage building in a non-shoreland Residential Development Zoning District (R1).

1. Is the project proposal consistent with the Lake of the Woods County Comprehensive Land Use Plan? YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not?  Other commercial uses in the general vicinity include a resort and agricultural activities.

2. Is the project proposal consistent with maintaining the public health, safety, and welfare?

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the project proposal consistent with the goal of preventing and controlling water pollution, including sedimentation and nutrient loading?                        YES (  ) NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. Will the project proposal not adversely affect the site’s existing topography, drainage features, and vegetative cover?                                            YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the project proposal’s site location reasonable in relation to any floodplain and/or floodway of rivers or tributaries? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  Not located in a floodplain area.

  1. Has the erosion potential of the site based upon the degree and direction of slope, soil type and existing vegetative cover been adequately addressed for the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the site in harmony with existing and proposed access roads?     YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  Access is off of County Road 35 and the existing approach off of 7th Street SE.

  1. Is the project proposal compatible with adjacent land uses? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not?  Other commercial uses in the general vicinity include a resort and agricultural activities.

9. Does the project proposal have a reasonable need to be in a shoreland location?

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  Project proposal is not located in a shoreland location.

  1. Is the amount of liquid waste to be generated reasonable and the proposed sewage disposal system adequate to accommodate the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. Will the visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed from public waters comply with Section 901 of the Zoning Ordinance?         YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. Is the site adequate for water supply and on-site sewage treatment systems? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. Are the affected public waters suited to and able to safely accommodate the types, uses, and numbers of watercraft that the project proposal will generate? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. If the project proposal includes above ground or below ground storage tanks for petroleum or other hazardous material that is subject to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requirements, has a permit been sought?

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. Will there be fencing and/or other screening provided to buffer the project proposal from adjacent properties?

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. If signage is associated with the project proposal, has the applicant demonstrated the need for the number and size requested, and minimized the visual appearance as viewed from adjacent properties to the extent possible? 

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

  1. If the project proposal will generate additional traffic to or from the site, has the applicant adequately demonstrated how the additional traffic and parking is to be addressed? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not?  Property is approximately 5 acres and has adequate onsite parking.

If all answers to the Findings of Fact-Criteria are either “Yes” or are “Not Applicable” to the request, the criteria for granting the conditional use permit have been met. The conditional use permit will maintain the goals of safety, health, and general welfare of the public.  

The specific conditions of approval are as follows:

  1. The conditional use permit is specific to the submitted application and sketch only.
  2. No habitation of the structure or on the property.

Approved  as Presented  (   ) Approved with Conditions  (X) Denied  (  )

August 8, 2023 _____________________________________

Date Ed Arnesen

Chair, County Board

This is in accordance with Section 1105 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance.

Consideration of Conditional Use Permit Application #23-12CU by Christopher and Dawn Eklund

A tract of land located in the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4SW1/4)  Section Twenty-one (21), Township One Hundred Sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West (Wheeler)- Parcel ID# 19.21.34.040. Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by Section 6.3 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Floodplain Ordinance to allow an alternative elevation method of the existing structure. This portion of Bostic Creek is considered Lake of the Woods, a General Development Lake.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to approve the following CUP #23-12CU/Findings of Fact by Christopher and Dawn Eklund to allow an alternative elevation method of the existing structure with the following conditions:

  1. Upgrading of well and septic system to be completed one year from approval.
  2. Lowest portion of the building must be at 1066.2 or higher.
  3. Meet all other applicable requirements per Lake of the Woods County Floodplain Ordinance.

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners

Findings of Fact and Decision

Name of Applicant:  Christopher and Dawn Eklund Date: August 8, 2023

Location/Legal Description:  A tract of land located in the Southeast Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SE1/4SW1/4) Section Twenty-one (21), Township One-hundred sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West – Parcel ID# 19.21.34.040.

Project Proposal:  Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by Section 6.3 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Floodplain Ordinance to allow an alternative elevation method of the existing structure.

1)  Is the project proposal consistent with the Lake of the Woods County Comprehensive Land Use Plan? YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not?  Recreational and residential.

2)  Is the project proposal consistent with maintaining the public health, safety, and welfare?

YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not?  Structure stabilization, new well, new septic system.

3. Is the project proposal consistent with the goal of preventing and controlling water pollution, including sedimentation and nutrient loading?                        YES (  ) NO (  )  N/A (X)

4. Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

5. Will the project proposal not adversely affect the site’s existing topography, drainage features, and vegetative cover?                                            YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

6. Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

7. Is the project proposal’s site location reasonable in relation to any floodplain and/or floodway of rivers or tributaries? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

8. Why or why not?  Bostic Bay waterfront.

9. Has the erosion potential of the site based upon the degree and direction of slope, soil type and existing vegetative cover been adequately addressed for the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

10. Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

11. Is the site in harmony with existing and proposed access roads?     YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

12. Why or why not?  No change.

13. Is the project proposal compatible with adjacent land uses? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

  1. Why or why not?  Residential and commercial.
  2. 15. Does the project proposal have a reasonable need to be in a shoreland location?

YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Why or why not?  Existing recreational cabin.

16. Is the amount of liquid waste to be generated reasonable and the proposed sewage disposal system adequate to accommodate the project proposal? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

17. Why or why not?  New sewer system to be installed.

18. Will the visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed from public waters comply with Section 901 of the Zoning Ordinance?         YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

19. Why or why not?  No change.

20. Is the site adequate for water supply and on-site sewage treatment systems? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

21. Why or why not?  New well and sewer system.

22. Are the affected public waters suited to and able to safely accommodate the types, uses, and numbers of watercraft that the project proposal will generate? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

23. Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

24. If the project proposal includes above ground or below ground storage tanks for petroleum or other hazardous material that is subject to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requirements, has a permit been sought?

25. YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

    Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

    26. Will there be fencing and/or other screening provided to buffer the project proposal from adjacent properties?

    27. YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

      Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

      28. If signage is associated with the project proposal, has the applicant demonstrated the need for the number and size requested, and minimized the visual appearance as viewed from adjacent properties to the extent possible? 

      29. YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

      Why or why not?  ___________________________________________________________________

      30. If the project proposal will generate additional traffic to or from the site, has the applicant adequately demonstrated how the additional traffic and parking is to be addressed? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

      31. Why or why not?  Private driveway off of Cyrus Road NW.

      If all answers to the Findings of Fact-Criteria are either “Yes” or are “Not Applicable” to the request, the criteria for granting the conditional use permit have been met. The conditional use permit will maintain the goals of safety, health, and general welfare of the public.  

      The specific conditions of approval are as follows: 

      1. Upgrading of well and septic system to be completed one year from date of approval.
      2. Lowest portion of the building (floor joists) must be at 1066.2 elevation (88 datum) or higher.
      3. Meet all other applicable requirements per Lake of the Woods County Floodplain Ordinance.

      Approved  as Presented  (   ) Approved with Conditions  (X) Denied  (  )

      August 8, 2023 _____________________________________

      Date Ed Arnesen

      Chair, County Board

      This is in accordance with Section 1105 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance.

      Cliffs Natural Resources Discussion

      The board reviewed information from Cliffs Natural Resources

      Set Work Session

      Motion

      Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to set a work session regarding Cliffs Natural Resources proposal for September 12, 2023 at 1:00p.m.

      IT- Eagleview Flyover

      Motion

      Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve a full county 6 inch resolution imagery flyover by Eagleview in spring of 2024 in the amount of $114,060.00 to be paid in three annual installment amounts of $38,020.00.

      County Surveyor

      County Surveyor Chad Conner discussed the land leased by Mr. Brian Powers with legal description and surveyed boundaries. He alsogave an update on funds approved in legislation that will become available to apply for in the fall that would benefit project efforts in surveying areas of the county.

      Motion

      Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the land lease with Mr. Brian Powers for one year until December 31, 2024. 

      County Attorney

      County Attorney James Austad gave a formal resignation and will supply a letter of resignation at a later date. Michelle Moren joined by phone and discussed terms for being an interim County Attorney to complete the remaining 3-year term of James Austad.

      Motion

      Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to accept the resignation from County Attorney James Austad with a projected last day of September 1, 2023.

      Motion

      Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to appoint Michelle Moren as interim County Attorney to complete the 3-year term of County Attorney James Austad effective August 16, 2023 at $100,000 per year plus mileage.

      Northerly Park Legacy Grant Approval

      Motion

      Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the Northerly Park Legacy Grant in the amount of $70,000.

      Set Meeting Date-Commissioner/Senate Bonding Committee 

      Motion

      Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to set a meeting date with the Senate Bonding Committee for August 16, 2023 at 7:00p.m. with a viewing of the Williams School and Law Enforcement Center to follow. 

      Correspondence

      The board reviewed correspondence for the upcoming the International Rainy-Lake of the Woods Watershed Board Public Information Session August 16,2023.

      Recess

      With no further business before the Board, Chair Ed Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 11:00 a.m.

      Attest: August 22, 2023

      ______________________________ _________________________________

      County Auditor/Treasurer, Lorene Hanson Chairman Ed Arnesen

      August 8th, 2023

      Tuesday, August 8, 2023

      TIME TAB

      9:00 a.m. #1 Pledge to the Flag                                      

      Approve Agenda

      Approve Minutes of July 25, 2023

      9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

      • Claims

      9:10 a.m. #3 Auditor/Treasurer

      • Claims
      • Set Work Session-Commissioners
      • Permission to Hire Environmental Specialist

      9:15 a.m. #4 Public Works: Highway/Solid Waste

      • Updates
      • Salary

      9:30 a.m. #5 Land & Water

      • Scott Head-Grade 
      • CUP #23-11CU Mayfield
      • CUP #23-12CU Eklund

      9:45 a.m. #6 IT

      • Eagleview Flyover

      10:00 a.m. #7 County Surveyor

      10:15 a.m. #8 Attorney

      11:00 a.m. #9 RECESS

      Correspondence: Public Information Session-Watershed

      Old/New Business

      • Lessard –Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
      • Land Trade
      • Township Road Inventory
      • Home Health Care Task Force
      • Law Enforcement Center

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      July 25, 2023

      Tuesday, July 25, 2023

      TIME TAB

      9:00 a.m. #1 Pledge to the Flag                                      

      Approve Agenda

      Approve Minutes of July 11, 2023

      9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

      • Claims
      • Region 2 M.O.U.

      9:10 a.m. #3 MCIT-Tom Suppes

      • 2023 MCIT Report

      9:30 a.m. #4 Auditor/Treasurer

      • Claims
      • Gambling Application
      • Credit Card Approval

      9:35 a.m. #5 CT Marhula

      9:55 a.m. #6 Miles Hogenson

      10:15 a.m. #7 Public Works: Highway/Solid Waste

      • Updates
      • Bridge Replacement Resolution
      • Approval of Soil Borings-Braun Intersec

      10:30 a.m. #8 Emergency Management

      • Williams Outdoor Warning Siren
      • 2022 EMPG Grant Signatures

      10:40 a.m. #9 Land & Water

      • CUP #23-08CU- Hokanson
      • CUP #23-09CU- Yon
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