December 27, 2024

AGENDA

Friday, December 27, 2024

TIME TAB

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

Approval of Agenda

Approve Minutes of December 17, 2024 

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

  • Claims
  • Purchase of Service Agreement 2025-Meridian Services, Inc.
  • Rural Transportation Collaborative Contract 

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

  • Claims
  • Motion to Pay YE Bills
  • IRS Mileage Rates
  • Resolution for YE Commitments
  • Resolution EDA Board Member Appointment
  • Motion Wheelers Sanitation Board Member Appointment
  • Transfer of Funds
  • DNR Lease Agreement

9:20 a.m. #4 Public Works

  • Updates
  • Landfill Cap Bid Approval

9:30 a.m. #5 Adjourn

Correspondence: 

Old/New Business

  • Lessard –Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
  • Land Trade
  • Township Road Inventory
  • Law Enforcement Center
  • Unused Wells
  • County Life Flight/Ambulance

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December 27th, 2024

December 27, 2024

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Friday, December 27, 2024 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

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, Joe Grund, Jon Waibel, and Buck Nordlof. Joining by Teams Meeting: Commissioner Ed Arnesen. Also present was County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. 

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the agenda with changes: Add: IT Update, Cannabis Ordinance Resolution, Resignation/Permission to Advertise, Interview, & Hire. Remove: Public Works

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the official minutes of December 17, 2024 with the following changes: Correct the 2025 board meeting dates to change November 11th to November 12th due to a holiday, Update the Cannabis Ordinance motion to reflect recommendations.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $4,870.09; Commissioners Warrants $2,228.13; Commissioners Warrants $46,772.50.

2025 Purchase of Service Agreement -Meridian Services, Inc.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the 2025 Purchase of Service Agreement with Meridian Services,Inc. effective January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025.

Rural Transportation Collaborative Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the Rural Transportation Collaborative contract for Volunteer Driver Services effective January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025.

Permission to Advertise, Interview, & Hire

Social Services Director Amy Ballard informed the board that she had received a resignation from Eligibility Worker Cassie Brune and requested permission to advertise, interview, and hire.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the request to advertise, interview, and hire an Eligibility Worker at Grade 11, Step 1, 262 points at $24.89 per hour.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $37,742.14; Road & Bridge $27,110.65; County Development $200.00; Joint Ditch $4,291.88; Solid Waste $9,690.11.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 12/27/2024 For Payment 12/30/2024

American Solutions For Business 2,138.34 

Clay County Sheriff 2,473.02 

Compass Minerals America           11,962.46 

Computer Integration Technologies 2,624.00 

Interstate Engineering Inc           11,263.87 

KC TECH LLC 2,925.00 

Larkin Hoffman Attorneys 8,602.50 

Northdale Oil Inc. 3,460.50 

Outdoors Again 3,978.84 

Peppermint Creek Services,LLC 2,200.00 

Roseau County Treasurer 4,291.88 

U.S. Bank Equipment Finance 6,268.50 

38  Payments less than  2000    16,845.87

Final Total: 79,034.78

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: December 18, 2024 for $432,889.08; December 23,2024 for $12,246.36.

Motion to Pay Year End Bills

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the payment of year end bills on the Auditors list on December 31, 2024.

IRS Mileage Rate

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the 2025 Standard IRS Mileage rate for business miles at .70 cents per mile.

Resolution for Year End Commitments

Resolution

The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the following:

RESOLUTION

YEAR END COMMITMENT OF FUNDS

RESOLUTION NO. 24-12-04

WHEREAS, per Lake of the Woods County Fund Balance Policy, the County Board will annually or as deemed necessary commit specific revenue sources for specified purposed by resolution;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, the Lake of the Woods County hereby commits the following reserves with the amounts to be determined at a later date: Building; Community Health; Elections; Health/Medical; Housing Rehabilitation; Land & Building Acquisitions; Sheriff’s Posse; Sheriff’s Vending Commission; Technology; Transit; Drainage Maintenance; Economic Development; Prepaid Fiber; SANE; Snowmobile Trails; Future Equipment, and Future Budget Expenditures; Borderland DUI Drug Court; Wetland Banks; Opioid Funds; USDA Funds; Day Care-Deed; Sewer.

EDA Board Member Appointment

Resolution

The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to adopt the following resolution:

Re-Appointment of Terms of the economic development authority

Resolution 24-12-05

Whereas Lake of the Woods County Board, pursuant to MN Statute §469.093, Subd.1 has provided a public notice and conducted a public hearing on September 14, 2010 to consider the creation of an Economic Development Authority and adopted the Enabling Resolution creating the same; and

Whereas the County Board of Commissioners of the County of Lake of the Woods adopted the following:

The EDA shall consist of a governing body of nine (9) members, as per the adopted Enabling Resolution, of which: Five (5) Sitting Commissioners, Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners

Four (4) Members shall be nominated by the following organizations and appointed by the County Board:

Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) to recommend appointment

Chamber of Commerce to recommend appointment

Lake of the Woods Tourism to recommend appointment

City of Baudette to recommend appointment

The Board Members and 6-year terms are established as follows:

Board Member Term Expires Representing

Steve Theis Jr. 12/31/2029 City of Baudette

James “Buck” Nordlof 12/31/2029 County Board District 1

Jeff Bauers 12/31/2024 IDC

Paul Johnson 12/31/2024 Tourism Board

Ed Arnesen 12/31/2025 County Board District 5

Jon Waibel 12/31/2025 County Board District 4

Brittney Peterson 12/31/2026 Chamber of Commerce

Cody Hasbargen 12/31/2027 County Board District 2 

Joe Grund 12/31/2028 County Board District 3

Whereas the City of Baudette member is to be replaced;

Now, therefore, be it resolved that the County Board of Commissioners of the County of Lake of the Woods hereby rappoints the following board members for a 6-year term;

Board Member              Term Expires Representing

Jeff Bauers.             12/31/2030 IDC

Paul Johnson                     12/31/2030 Tourism Board 

Wheelers Sanitation Board Member Appointment

Wheelers Point Sewer Board Members and Terms

Alan Thompson       Three Year Term     21 Thru 01/02/2027

Marshall Monk        Three Year Term     21 Thru 01/02/2027

Brian Ney                Three Year Term     23 Thru 01/02/2026

Paul Johnson           Three Year Term     23 Thru 01/02/2026

Justin Ferguson       Three Year Term     19 Thru 01/02/2025

Motion

Motion was made by Buck Nordlof, seconded by Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to appoint Justin Ferguson to the Wheeler’s Point Sanitary District Board for a three year term beginning January 2, 2025 thru January 2, 2028. 

Transfer of Funds to Ditch Funds

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to authorize a temporary loan to Ditch Fund 22; to mitigate a temporary negative cash balance.

DNR Lease Agreement

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the DNR lease agreement for part of Government Lot 4, Section 12, Township 162 North, Range 33 West, 1.15 acres in Region 1-Zipple Bay State Park.

Cannabis Ordinance

Resolution

RESOLUTION NO. 24-12-06

OF THE LAKE OF THE WOODS BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AUTHORIZING SUMMARY PUBLICATION OF AN ORDINANCE.

At a regular meeting of the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners, held on Friday, December 27, 2024, following discussion, a Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and the same being put to a vote was unanimously carried by roll call with Commissioner Ed Arnesen abstaining, for passage of the following Resolution:

THE LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY, MINNESOTA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

WHEREAS, On December 17, 2024, following discussion, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance number 24-12-06, “An Ordinance of Lake of the Woods County to Regulate Cannabis Businesses” (“Ordinance”), which Ordinance is effective upon publication. 

WHEREAS, The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners has determined the publication of the title and a summary is prudent due to the lengthy nature of “An Ordinance of Lake of the Woods County to Regulate Cannabis Businesses”

WHEREAS, Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §§ 375.51 and M.S. 331A.01, Subd. 10, summary publication of a lengthy ordinance is authorized and the County Board may direct that only the title of the Ordinance and a summary be published with notice that a printed copy of the Ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours at the County Offices; and 

WHEREAS, Prior to the publication of the title and summary, the County has read and approved the text of the summary and determined that it clearly informs the public of the intent and effect of the Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, The County Board finds that the text of the Summary Publication of Ordinance Number 24-12-06 attached clearly informs the public of the nature and intent of the proposed Ordinance.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS resolves that summary publication of Ordinance Number 24-12-06  “An Ordinance of Lake of the Woods County to Regulate Cannabis Businesses”  is prudent due to its length . 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: the publication shall read as follows: 

SUMMARY PUBLICATION FOR LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY

ORDINANCE NUMBER 24-12-06

“ORDINANCE NUMBER 24-12-06 AN ORDINANCE LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY TO REGULATE CANNABIS BUSINESSES”

Summary: Ordinance Number 24-12-06 was adopted by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners on December 17, 2024 following public hearing and upon the recommendation of the Lake of the Woods County Planning Commission:

The purpose of this Ordinance is to regulate the use of cannabis businesses located in Lake of the Woods County, including registration requirements, and registration fees, and setting forth requirements for the time, place, and manner of the operation of retail cannabis businesses located in Lake of the Woods County. The Ordinance further prohibits the use of cannabis products in public places. The Ordinance further provides for civil penalties and suspension of registrations for non-compliance. This summary is adopted pursuant to Minn. Stat. §§ 331A.01 and 375.51. A printed copy of the entire Ordinance is available for inspection and copying at the Lake of the Woods County Courthouse, 206 8th Ave SE, Suite 290, Baudette, Minnesota 56623, or by standard or electronic mail. 

ORDINANCE ADOPTED by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners on December 17, 2024 and Summary Publication approved on December 27, 2024 

Zoning Ordinance Amendment

Resolution

RESOLUTION NO. 24-12-07

THE LAKE OF THE WOODS BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AUTHORIZING SUMMARY PUBLICATION OF AN ORDINANCE.

At a regular meeting of the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners, held on Friday, December 27, 2024, following discussion, a Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and the same being put to a vote was unanimously carried by roll call with Commissioner Ed Arnesen abstaining, for passage of the following Resolution:

THE LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY, MINNESOTA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

WHEREAS, On December 17, 2024, following discussion, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance number 24-12-07, “An Ordinance of Lake of the Woods County to Regulate Zoning” (“Ordinance”), which Ordinance is effective upon publication. 

WHEREAS, The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners has determined the publication of the title and a summary is prudent due to the lengthy nature of “An Ordinance of Lake of the Woods County to Regulate Zoning”

WHEREAS, Pursuant to Minnesota Statutes §§ 375.51 and M.S. 331A.01, Subd. 10, summary publication of a lengthy ordinance is authorized and the County Board may direct that only the title of the Ordinance and a summary be published with notice that a printed copy of the Ordinance is available for inspection by any person during regular office hours at the County Offices; and 

WHEREAS, Prior to the publication of the title and summary, the County has read and approved the text of the summary and determined that it clearly informs the public of the intent and effect of the Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, The County Board finds that the text of the Summary Publication of Ordinance Number 24-12-07 attached clearly informs the public of the nature and intent of the proposed Ordinance.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS resolves that summary publication of Ordinance Number 24-12-07 “An Ordinance of Lake of the Woods County to Regulate Zoning”  is prudent due to its length . 

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED: the publication shall read as follows: 

SUMMARY PUBLICATION FOR LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY

ORDINANCE NUMBER 24-12-07

“ORDINANCE NUMBER 24-12-07 AN ORDINANCE LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY TO REGULATE ZONING”

Summary: Ordinance Number 24-12-07 was adopted by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners on December 17, 2024 following public hearing and upon the recommendation of the Lake of the Woods County Planning Commission:

The purpose of this Ordinance amendment is to comply with Minnesota Statute 342, and Resolution 24-12-06, which allows Lake of the Woods County to regulate the use of cannabis businesses located in Lake of the Woods County, including registration requirements, and registration fees, and setting forth requirements for the time, place, and manner of the operation of retail cannabis businesses located in Lake of the Woods County. The Ordinance further prohibits the use of cannabis products in public places. This summary is adopted pursuant to Minn. Stat. §§ 331A.01 and 375.51. A printed copy of the entire Ordinance is available for inspection and copying at the Lake of the Woods County Courthouse, 206 8th Ave SE, Suite 290, Baudette, Minnesota 56623, or by standard or electronic mail. 

ORDINANCE ADOPTED by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners on December 17, 2024 and Summary Publication approved on December 27, 2024 

Set Work Session

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to set a work session for budget review on January 7, 2025 following the regular board meeting.

Old/New Business

The board reviewed old/new business items and Assistant Engineer Boyd Johnson gave an update on the town road inventory. It was the consensus of the board to leave the following items on the list: Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund, Land Trade, Township Road Inventory, Law Enforcement Center, Unused Wells, and County Life Flight/Ambulance.

IT Updates

MIS Director Peder Hovland gave an update on cyber security and reporting.

Adjourn

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously by roll call to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 a.m.

Attest: January 14, 2025

________________________________             _________________________________

Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson Commissioner Cody Hasbargen

December 17, 2024

December 17, 2024

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

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, Joe Grund, Jon Waibel, Ed Arnesen, and Buck Nordlof. Also present was County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. 

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the agenda with additions: Approval of Union Contracts, Approval of Gambling Permit, FY25 Snowmobile Grant in Aid Agreement, FY23 Stonegarden Grant, Correspondence MCIT.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of November 26, 2024.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnsen and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $11,082.24; Commissioners Warrants $5,924.89; Commissioners Warrants $66,451.14.

Sanford Crisis Contract Addendum Renewal

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the Sanford Crisis Contract Addendum to amend the dates of the original contract.

Purchase of Services Agreement-Psychiatric Medication Management Services

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the Purchase of Services Agreement with Schackman, Kramer & Associates for Psychiatric Medication Management Services effective January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2026.

Human Services

Solid Waste Final Union Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the Union Contract for the Solid Waste Department and for Chair Cody Hasbargen and Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson to sign the same.

Highway Final Union Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the Union Contract for the Highway Department and for Chair Cody Hasbargen and Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson to sign the same.

Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Licensed Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the LELS Licensed Contract and for Chair Cody Hasbargen and Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson to sign the same.

Law Enforcement Labor Services (LELS) Non-Licensed Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the LELS Non-Licensed Contract and for Chair Cody Hasbargen and Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson to sign the same.

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 $149,523.20; Road & Bridge $48,165.81; County Development $200.00; Natl Resc Enhanc $3,544.00; Joint Ditch $44.70; Solid Waste $35,377.22; EDA $1,097.92.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 12/17/2024 For Payment 12/20/2024

ARRO of the North, LLC – 5,800.00 

Auto Value Baudette – 2,971.12 

Clay County Sheriff – 2,523.32 

Co-Op Services, Inc – 4,215.62 

Counties Providing Technology – 9,554.00 

Forum Communications Printing – 2,418.49 

Houston Engineering Inc – 8,976.00 

Integris LLC  – 5,465.61 

Koochiching Co Treasurer – 2,500.00 

Lakewood Health Center – 31,250.00 

Larkin Hoffman Attorneys – 6,410.00 

Law Offices Of Patrick D. Moren – 9,387.33 

Mar-Kit Landfill – 10,468.75 

Marco Technologies LLC – 2,389.20 

Motorola Solutions, Inc – 11,112.50 

Northdale Oil Inc. –  8,366.69 

Pennington County Sheriff Office – 13,559.77 

Pro Mac Equipment Ltd. –  2,165.71 

R & Q Trucking, Inc – 4,176.00 

Rainy Lake Oil, Inc – 3,295.28 

Rinke-Noonan – 2,144.00 

Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc  – 9,119.33 

Titan Energy Systems, Inc – 3,001.50 

University Of Mn – 15,121.50 

WIDSETH  INC. – 2,850.00 

Ziegler, Inc – 19,680.34 

76 Payments less than 2000 39,030.79

Final Total:  237,952.85

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: November 27, 2024 for $559,651.55; December 4, 2024 for $10,392.15; December 4, 2024 for $360,091.52; December 11, 2024 for $415,659.44.

Lodging Tax Agreement-Department of Revenue

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the Lodging Tax Agreement between Lake of the Woods County and Minnesota Department of Revenue and for Chair Cody Hasbargen and Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson to sign the same.

Salaries

2025 Elected Officials & Non-Elected Department Heads Salaries

Motion 

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen to adopt the following County Commissioners salaries schedule and County Board Chair salary schedule for the year 2025; and to adopt a committee meeting per diem of $125.00 for the year 2025.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.

Elected Officials – Commissioners:

Commissioners                 $ 25,000.00                      

Board Chair                      $ 26,000.00       

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof to adopt a Technology Fee of $50.00 per month for County Commissioners for the year 2025. (Technology fee reimbursement for county related phone, internet, computer and copy expenses.)  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and unanimously carried to approve the 2025 Salary Grade Table, with an increase of $2.00 to the 2024 Salary Grade Table. This table is to be used by all employees excluding employees under the Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc Unions – Licensed and Non-Licensed.

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and unanimously carried to approve the 2025 Salary Grade Table, with an increase of 3% to the 2024 Salary Grade Table. This table is to be used by all employees under the Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc Unions – Licensed and Non-Licensed.

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and unanimously carried to adopt the following Elected Officials salary schedule for the year 2025.  

Elected Officials – Department Heads:

Interim County Attorney      $ 140,000.00       (plus mileage)

County Recorder                  $   95,066.64

County Sheriff                      $ 109,306.80

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen to adopt the following Non-Elected Department Heads salary schedule for the year 2025.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.  

Non-Elected – Department Heads:

Assessor                              Alisa Jacobsen            $   86,610.24    

Aud/Treas                        Lorene Hanson       $ 115,696.08

Land/Water                         Josh Stromlund           $ 103,919.76

MIS Director                       Peder Hovland            $ 102,082.32

Public Works                      Anthony Pirkl                 $ 143,500.00    

Social Service                     Amy Ballard              $ 103,898.88

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund to adopt the following Non-Elected Department Heads salary schedule for the year 2025.  The motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.  

Non-Elected – Department Heads:

Human Resources           Savanna Slick                  $   40,684.68          

Veterans Service             Rick Rone                        $   30,975.48

Salary Adjustment, as agreed upon per Union Contract

Motion- Highway Union

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen to adjust all full time Highway Union employees’ salary by a $2.00 general adjustment and by 1 merit step, if applicable (not maxed), effective January 1, 2025.  Motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.

Salary Adjustment, as agreed upon per Union Contract

Motion- Solid Waste Union

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund to adjust all full time Solid Waste Union employees’ salary by a $2.00 general adjustment and by 1 merit step, if applicable (not maxed), effective January 1, 2025.  Motion was seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.

Salary Adjustment, as agreed upon per Union Contract

Motion- Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc Union

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel to adjust all Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc Union (Licensed and Non-Licensed) employees’ salary by 3% general adjustment and by 1 merit step, if applicable (not maxed), effective January 1, 2025.  Motion was seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.

All County Employees (Full time/Permanent Part Time/Part Time/Seasonal Employees) Salary Adjustment (Excluding Elected and Non-Elected Department Heads, International Union of Operating Engineers Union Employees and Licensed and Non-Licensed Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc Union Employees) 

Motion- Non-Union

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund to adjust all non-union employees: full time, permanent part time, part time and seasonal (excluding elected and non-elected department heads) salaries by a $2.00 general adjustment and by 1 merit step, if applicable (not maxed), effective January 1, 2025.  Motion was seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.

Health Insurance/Health Care Savings Plan

Motion (motion made 10/22/2024)

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to set the 2025 county contribution for family health insurance up to $1470 per month and single health insurance up to $1120 per month.  The Public Employees Insurance Program “Advantage Plan” consists of “High” and “HSA” plans.  For the HSA plans only, any excess county contribution will be deposited directly into the employee’s health savings account, up to the IRS caps.  

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to set the 2025 county contribution for family health insurance up to $1470 per month for all Highway Union and Solid Waste Union employees.  The International Union of Operating Engineers Local No 49 AFL-CIO health insurance consists of family coverage only.

Motion 

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the renewal and amended Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP), (as presented) that all PERA eligible Lake of the Woods County employees contribute two percent (2%) of their regular pay (no overtime) into their Health Care Savings Plan (HCSP); in addition, Lake of the Woods County, as employer, will contribute two percent (2%) of the employee’s regular pay (no overtime) to the same all PERA eligible Lake of the Woods County employees, effective January 1, 2025.

2025 Board Meeting Dates

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the following board meeting dates for 2025:

2025 LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY BOARD MEETING DATES

January

Tuesday, January 7 (Organizational Meeting)             9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, January 14 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, January 28 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

February

Tuesday, February 11 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, February 25 8:15 a.m. Lake Of The Woods School (TBD)

March

Tuesday, March 11 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, March 25 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

April

Tuesday, April 8 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, April 22               9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

May

Tuesday, May 13 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, May 27 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

June

Tuesday, June 10 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room     

Tuesday, June 17 10:00 a.m. NWA

Monday, June 23               6:00 p.m. Board Of Equalization

Tuesday, June 24 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

July

Tuesday, July 8 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, July 22 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

August

Tuesday, August 12                                           9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, August 26 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

September

Tuesday, September 9 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, September 23 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

October

Tuesday, October 14 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, October 28 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

November

Wednesday, November 12                                            9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, November 25       9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

December

Tuesday, December 16 9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

Tuesday, December 16 6:00 p.m. TNT MEETING

Tuesday, December 30       9:00 a.m. Government Center, Commissioners Room

LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MAY BE ATTENDING THE FOLLOWING:

AMC JOINT LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE: February 26-27 in St. Paul

AMC LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE: March 26-28 in Nisswa

AMC DISTRICT 2 MEETING: UNKNOWN DATE May or June

AMC POLICY COMMITTEE: September 10-12 in Alexandria

AMC ANNUAL CONFERENCE: December 8-10 in Bloomington

LAKE OF THE WOODS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETINGS

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners will be attending these meetings on the 3rd 

Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Room at the Government Center

Set Work Session

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to set a work session for January 14, 2025 following the regular board meeting.

Permission to bid for Legal Publishing Bids

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the request to advertise for Legal Publishing Bids.

Gambling Permit Approval

Resolution

The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously with Commissioner Ed Arnesen abstaining to approve the following:

RESOLUTION APPROVING 

LAWFUL GAMBLING ACTIVITY AND PREMISES PERMIT APPLICATION 

RESOLUTION NO. 24-12-01

WHEREAS; the Lake of the Woods Drifters has submitted a lease for lawful gambling activity and a premises permit application for Minnesota Lawful Gambling to be conducted at the following establishment, which is located in Lake of the Woods County:

Rock Harbor Lodge, 6760 Rocky Point RD NW Roosevelt, MN 56673

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners hereby approves said application for submission to the Minnesota Gambling Control Board.

Correspondence

The board reviewed correspondence from MCIT

Approval of Snowmobile Grant-in-Aid 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the FY 2025 Snowmobile Grant-in-Aid for LOW Drifters/Big Traverse and NW Angle EdgeRiders in the amount of $163,359.40 and for County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson to sign the same.

Sheriff

Stonegarden Sheriff Salary

Resolution

The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the following:

AMEND COUNTY SHERIFF SALARY

Resolution No. 24-12-02

WHEREAS, the United States Department of Homeland Security has asked local law enforcement agencies along our Nation’s border to step up border monitoring, pursue joint objectives, and enhance their capabilities for providing border security; and,

WHEREAS, in an effort to assist local governments in fulfilling this request, the Department of Homeland Security through the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, Homeland Security and Emergency Management Division, offered “Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant; and,

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Sheriff’s Office is a successful recipient of an Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant; and,

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Sheriff has undertaken, as additional duties, the responsibility to avail himself and his officers for additional training, or to provide such training for his officers’ himself, for border protection and border security, and the additional duties of improving the distinct capability of the sheriffs’ office as a whole with regard to border security and border patrol as part of a joint mission; and in addition, as and for additional duties, the sheriff will necessarily devote more of his own time to border patrol and border enforcement; and,

WHEREAS, the Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant given to assist the Lake of the Woods County Sheriff’s Office in its efforts to secure the border includes the sum of $118,503.00 and $94,250.00 of this grant is for salaries.

WHEREAS, it is estimated that these additional border security duties will necessitate that the Sheriff expend on average another eight (8) hours per week; and,

WHEREAS, through the Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant, all of the additional overtime worked by officers devoted to border security issues is fully reimbursable under the grant, including the cost of officer overtime pay, PERA, Medicare and worker’s compensation, so that the net cost of the additional homeland security duties to Lake of the Woods County is fully reimbursed by the grant.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the resolution setting the sheriff’s salary, as originally set by this board on December 28, 2023 was $103,710.08 and fringe benefits were $19,860.48, be amended so that the sheriff’s salary is increased by the sum up to $20,583.68 and fringe benefits are increased up to $3,941.57 commencing January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2024, with the increase funding from the Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant contingent upon the following:

1.  That the Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant funding be available; and

2. That the Sheriff works, in addition to his regular duties, eight (8) hours per week of said Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant.

At such time that the Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant funding is no longer available and/or if the Sheriff is unable to complete the additional eight (8) hours per week of Operation Stonegarden 2022 grant work, the Sheriff’s salary shall return to the original balance set by the board on December 28, 2023 in addition to the accumulated Stonegarden wages earned based on Stonegarden funding available and actual hours worked.

FY2023 Operation Stonegarden Grant

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the FY2023 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $123,750.00.

Public Works

Updates

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl gave an update on various Highway and Solid Waste projects.

Warroad Watershed Draft Letter Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the draft letter to Warroad Watershed with proposed verbiage and for Chair Cody Hasbargen to sign the same.

Final Payment SAP 039-635-012 Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the final payment of SAP 039-635-012 for Mark Sand & Gravel Co. of Fergus Falls, MN in the total amount of $3,448,910.24 and hereby authorize final payment of $403,736.14.

County Surveyor RFP Recommendation Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the recommendation to accept the County Surveyor RFP from Bolton & Menk for the year 2025.

Department of Natural Resources (DNR)

Ben Bergey, Cheryl Kelley-Dobie, Kerry Ross, and Adam Munstenteiger gave an update regarding land sales and answered questions from the board.

Tourism Update

Joe Henry gave an update regarding tourism in Lake of the Woods County and reviewed changes to the budget and bylaws.

Motion 

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the Tourism Bureau budget as presented.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve a change to the bylaws recommending quorum requirements go from 5 members to 3 members present.

Lakewood Health Contract Renewal

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the Lakewood Health Contract as presented for the year 2025 and for Chair Cody Hasbargen, and Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson to sign the same.

Opioid Advisory Council Recommendation

Lakewood Public Health Nurse Kay Schell gave an update on the opioid settlement funds and recommended the approval of up to $40,000.00 for a saferoom at Lakewood Health Center.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the request for up to $40,000.00 for a safe room at Lakewood Health Center to be paid for out of the opioid settlement fund.

Attorney/Planning Commission

Cannabis Ordinance

County Attorney Michelle Moren, Land & Water Director Josh Stromlund and members of the Planning Commission discussed the draft cannabis ordinance and gave recommendations.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried as follows: Voting Yes: Commissioners: Cody Hasbargen, Joe Grund, Jon Waibel, Buck Nordlof. Voting Present: Commissioner Ed Arnesen. Voting Against: None; to approve the cannabis ordinance with the recommendations of the Planning Commission, and County Attorney Michelle Moren’s recommendation that the zoning setbacks be in accordance with Minnesota law.

JP Sweet-County Fair Update

JP Sweet gave an update about the county fair and the cost of carnivals for 2025. 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to increase the amount for the fairboard from $25,000 to $31,500 out of Con-Con funds for the 2025 County Fair.

RECESS
A brief recess took place at 12:15p.m. and reconvened at 6:00p.m.

Truth In Taxation Meeting

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to close the regular meeting and open the Public Hearing for Truth In Taxation meeting at 6:00p.m. Members present, Commissioners Cody Hasbargen, Joe Grund, Buck Nordlof, Jon Waibel, and Ed Arnesen. Others present, County Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson, County Engineer Anthony Pirkl, and Shane Lundsten.

County Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson reviewed the 2025 Proposed County Budget & Levy at the Truth In Taxation Public Hearing. 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to close the public hearing and open the regular meeting at 6:25 p.m.

Resolution

Resolution Adopting

Certified 2025 Budget and Tax Levy

Resolution   2024-12-03

The following Resolution was proposed and moved for adoption by Commissioner Ed Arnesen:

WHEREAS, the Proposed County Budget for the year 2025 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 Lake of the Woods County for 2025:

Revenue Fund $ 2,254,700

Road & Bridge Fund $    520,000

Social Services Fund         $    620,000

Economic Development Authority Fund   $      50,000

2025 Proposed Budget and Tax Levy        $ 3,444,700

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following amounts be levied against the unorganized townships of Lake of the Woods County for 2025:

Twp Road & Bridge $   526,470*

Twp Fire – Baudette $     28,750

Twp Fire – Williams $     20,921

Twp Fire – NW Angle $       6,500

Total $   582,641

2025

* $526,470 for Township Road & Bridge, includes $5,000 Blue Blades and $12,765 Admin of Township Roads (508,705+5,000+12,765=526,470)  

A public meeting to discuss the 2025 Proposed Budget and Tax Levy was held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Lake of the Woods County Commissioners’ Room. 

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

Adjourn

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 6:30 p.m.

Attest: December 27, 2024

________________________________             _________________________________

Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson Chair Cody Hasbargen

December 17, 2024

AGENDA

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

TIME TAB

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

Approval of Agenda

Approve Minutes of November 26, 2024 

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

  • Claims
  • Sanford Crisis Addendum Renewal 25
  • Purchase of Service Agreement-Psychiatric Medication Management Services

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

  • Claims
  • Lodging Tax Agreement-DOR
  • Salaries Motions
  • 2025 Board Meeting Dates
  • Set Work Session-Wage Study
  • RFP for Newspaper Bids

9:15 a.m. #4 Sheriff

  • Stonegarden Resolution

9:20 a.m. #5 Public Works 

  • Updates
  • Warroad Watershed Draft Letter Approval
  • SAP 039-635-012 Final Payment
  • County Surveyor RFP Recommendation

9:30 a.m. #6 DNR

  • Land Sales Update

10:00 a.m. #7 Joe Henry

  • Tourism

 10:15 a.m. #8 Lakewood Public Health/Opioid Advisory Council

  • Contract Renewal
  • Opioid Update

10:30 a.m. #9 Attorney/Planning Commission 

A Quorum Of The Planning Commission May Be Present & Action May Be Taken

  • Cannabis Ordinance

11:00 a.m. #10 JP Sweet

11:10 a.m. #11 RECESS

11:15 a.m. #11 Work Session

  • Revenue & Expenditures Guidelines

6:00 p.m. #12 Reconvene

Public Hearing

  • Close Regular Meeting/Open Public Hearing
  • TNT Meeting
  • Close Public Hearing/Open Regular Meeting

6:30 p.m. #13 Resolution to Adopt Certified 2025 Budget/Tax Levy

6:35 p.m. #14 Adjourn

Correspondence: 

Old/New Business

  • Lessard –Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
  • Land Trade
  • Township Road Inventory
  • Law Enforcement Center
  • Unused Wells
  • County Life Flight/Ambulance

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November 26, 2024

AGENDA

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

TIME TAB

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

Approval of Agenda

Approve Minutes of November 12, 2024 

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

  • Claims
  • CSP Grant Contract

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

  • Claims
  • Doctor Retention
  • AirMed Agreement
  • Set Special Meeting 

9:15 a.m. #4 Emergency Management /Sheriff

  • FY22 Operation Stonegarden Grant
  • LEAST Contract

9:20 a.m. #5 Jake’s Sawmill

  • Letter of Support

9:30 a.m. #6 Human Resources

  • Environmental Specialist I to II

9:35 a.m. #7 Public Works

  • Updates
  • Warroad Watershed District Update
  • Semi-truck Purchase Update
  • Approval of the Northerly Park Master Plan

 9:50 a.m. #8 Attorney

  • Large Event Ordinance Resolution
  • Lodging Tax Resolution

10:05 a.m. #9 Con-Con Funds

10:30 a.m. #10 Adjourn

Correspondence: 

Old/NewBusiness

  • Lessard – Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
  • Land Trade
  • Township Road Inventory
  • Law Enforcement Center
  • Unused Wells
  • County Life Flight/Ambulance

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November 26, 2024

November 26, 2024

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

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, Joe Grund. By Phone from Florida: Commissioner Jon Waibel. Also present was County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. Absent: Commissioners: Ed Arnesen, Buck Nordlof.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the agenda with additions: Permission to Hire Heavy Equipment Officer.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the official minutes of November 12, 2024.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $11,986.68; Commissioners Warrants $3,209.59; Commissioners Warrants $40,356.18.

Adult Mental Health Community Support Program Grant Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the Adult Mental Health Community Support Program Grant between Minnesota State Department of Human Services, Behavioral Health Administration and Lake of the Woods County effective January 1, 2025.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $22,370.71; Road & Bridge $52,881.60; County Development $375.00; Natl Resc Enhanc $1,170.00; Solid Waste $82,136.70; EDA $1,649.16.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 11/26/2024 For Payment 11/27/2024

Vendor Name Amount

Baudette/City Of 6,000.00 

Co-Op Services, Inc.           10,231.24 

Compass Minerals America 6,009.26 

John Deere Financial 6,159.76 

KnowBe4, Inc 3,307.50 

Lavalla Sand & Gravel Inc 6,300.00 

Mar-Kit Landfill           13,285.00 

McDaniels/Tim           38,000.00 

North East Technical Service,Inc           18,574.45 

North Leaf Auto Body 8,732.35 

Northern Light Region 3,195.00 

Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc 5,130.58 

U.S. Bank Equipment Finance 6,268.50 

44 Payments less than 2000 29,389.53

Final Total: 160,583.17

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: November 13, 2024 for $55,838.46; November 21, 2024 for $44,695.40; November 21, 2024 for $407,817.46; November 21, 2024 for ($165.99)

Doctor Retention

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve, the Dr. Retention Agreement between Lake of the Woods County and Lakewood Health Center effective October 1, 2024, for three years, unless earlier terminated by written notice by the County, for employed Physicians in the amount of $10,000 per year and $5,000 per year per employed advanced practice clinician, not to exceed $45,000 per year; and to authorize County Board Chair, Cody Hasbargen, County Auditor/Treasurer, Lorene Hanson and County Attorney, Michelle Moren to sign the same.

AirMed Contract Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the contract agreement between AirMedCare Network and Lake of the Woods County.

Set Special Meeting

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to set a special meeting with Representative Elect Duran, and Senator Green for December 9, 2024 at 4:00p.m.

Set Work Session

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to set a work session to discuss Lake of the Woods County legislative actions for 2025 for December 9, 2024 at 3:00p.m.

Emergency Management

FY2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the FY2022 Operation Stonegarden Grant in the amount of $153,694.00 and for Chair Cody Hasbargen to sign the same.

LEAST Contract

Emergency Management Director Jill Hasbargen-Olson discussed the LEAST Counselling Services contract. No action was taken at this time.

Human Resources

Environmental Specialist I to II 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve moving Eric Best from Environmental Specialist I to Environmental Specialist II Grade 11, Step 2, $23.37 per hour at 253 points effective next full pay period.

Permission to Hire Heavy Equipment Operator

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the hiring of Heavy Equipment Operator Ed Humeniuk at Grade 12, Step 6, $26.69 per hour at 274 points effective November 18, 2024.

Public Works

Semi-truck Purchase Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the purchase of a semi-truck for $38,000.00 and the additional wet kit between $6,000.00-$7,000.00 that was approved in a previous meeting up to $50,000.00.

Warroad Watershed District Discussion

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl discussed possible amendments the Warroad Watershed District has proposed. It was the consensus of the board to have Mr. Pirkl draft a letter in response to this proposal to be presented at the next regular board meeting.

Approval of the Northerly Park Master Plan

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the Northerly Park Master Plan as presented by County Engineer Anthony Pirkl.

Jake’s Sawmill-Letter of Support

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve signing a letter of support for Jake’s Sawmill to apply for a grant for a biochar production facility. 

County Attorney 

LEAST Contract

County Attorney Michelle Moren discussed her recommendations for the LEAST Services contract.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the LEAST Services contract contingent upon the addition of indemnification and the insurance cap as presented per County Attorney recommendation.

Large Event Ordinance Resolution

Resolution

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

Resolution No. 24-11-04

RESOLUTION OF LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ADOPTING  THE LARGE EVENT ORDINANCE

WHEREAS, the assembly within unincorporated areas of Lake of the Woods County of  a large number of people for extended periods of time creates special problems in maintaining order, the enforcement of law, and the protection of public health, safety and welfare; and

WHEREAS, these problems place extraordinary burdens upon the emergency management, fire, law enforcement, transportation, and utility services provided in the ordinary and usual course of events; and

WHEREAS, it is necessary that provisions made for the regulation, control and planning of such assemblies; and

WHEREAS, public hearing was held on June 27th, 2023 to consider adoption of a Large Event Ordinance; and

WHEREAS, following said public hearing, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners, approved by motion the  adoption of a Large Event Ordinance; and 

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners desire to confirm the adoption of said  Large Event Ordinance by Resolution.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the County Board of Lake of the Woods County hereby ordains:

There is hereby created Lake of the Woods County Ordinance No. 23-06-02, which shall be included as follows:

LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY: LARGE EVENT ORDINANCE

  1. No person, firms or corporation shall conduct, maintain, operate, promote, organize, manage, or advertise, nor sell or give tickets of admission to, a show, exhibition, event or assembly of any nature for which it is planned or may reasonable be expected that 500 or more persons attending the assembly may remain, or may be permitted to remain, upon the site, lot, field, lake, or tract of land (hereinafter called premises) upon which the exhibition, show, or assembly is conducted excluding events permitted by the Sheriff pursuant to Minnesota Statute 86B.121, unless specifically excepted by this Ordinance.
  1. The applicant for permit shall make application in writing, verified under oath by the applicant or, if a corporation is applicant, by its president and secretary, filed with the County Auditor not less than sixty (60) days prior to the proposed beginning date of the assembly, and at least ninety (90) in advance if the assembly will involve one thousand (1000) or more participants, and shall set forth:
  1. The full name, age, residence, and mailing address of the applicant, or names and addresses of the partners if applicant is a partnership, or the names and addresses of the officers and all persons owning more than ten percent (10%) of the stock of the corporation if the applicant is a corporation.
  2. A legal description of the premises upon which it is proposed to conduct the assembly, with the names and addresses of all persons owning an interest in the premises, stating the nature of the interest.
  3. The nature and purpose of the assembly, the proposed beginning date and the period during which the assembly will be conducted, and a detailed statement of the manner in which it will be conducted.
  4. The maximum number of persons which the applicant will permit to assemble on the premises at any time during the assembly, which number shall be stated as a condition of any permit which may be issued.
  5. The plans of the applicant to limit and control admission to the premises to the maximum number of persons stated in the permit and for controlling and parking vehicles of persons assembling on the premises.
  6. Description of existing facilities, and plans for proposed construction and alteration of, sewage, garbage and waste disposal systems, toilets, urinals, sinks, wash basins, drains; the source of water supply and plans for water distribution on the premises and methods of fire protection to be used during such assembly.
  7. The proposed method of lighting the structures and premises during the assembly.
  8. The number,  location, and power  of amplifiers  and speakers,  and the plans for sound control during the assembly, if applicable. No event shall utilize amplified sound between the hours of 1:00 AM and 8:00 AM. No event shall utilize fireworks between the hours of 12:01 AM and 8:00 AM.

i.) Plans for maintenance of security and order on the premises, including the proposed number,   deployment, and hours of availability of security guards upon the premises prior to, during, and immediately after the close of the assembly.

j) Plans for the preparation and distribution of food and refreshments upon the premises.

k.)Plans for providing a map of the premises showing evacuation routes reasonably available to    persons assembling and the law enforcement agents and county officers and employees.

l.) Plans for medical services, including buildings therefore, the names and hours of availability of  physicians and nurses, and provisions for ambulance and other emergency services.

  1. The application shall be accompanied by permit fee in the amount of $500.00, together with a Certificate of Liability Insurance naming Lake of the Woods County as an additional insured for the term of the event in the amount of $500,000 each occurrence and $1,500,000 aggregate for both bodily injury and property damage liability to cover any claims that may result from the assembly and be approved by the County of Lake of the Woods conditioned that the permittee:

a.) carries out all of the plans and keeps and performs all of the conditions of the application and permit 

b.) maintain order on the premises,

c.)leave the premises in neat and respectable condition,

d.)pay, when due, to the person or persons entitled thereto, all debts and obligations incurred in promoting, advertising, and conducting and operating the assembly, and

e.)indemnify and hold harmless the County of Lake of the Woods, its officers, agents,  and employees, from any liability or causes of action arising in any way from the conduct of the assembly, evidenced by a certificate of insurance in the minimum amounts of municipal tort limits and a named additional insured.

f.) the bond shall provide that any person damaged by the breach of any condition of the bond may maintain an action within ninety (90) days after the event concludes in his own name to recover his damage, after first giving written notice to the County of Lake of the Woods, or the County of Lake of the Woods may maintain an action in its own name for the benefit of the persons damaged. In the event that approval of the application shall be denied by the County Board of Commissioners, the fee shall be returned.

g.)if no action has been filed, the bond shall be released ninety (90) days after the event concludes.

  1. Within ten days of filing of application, the county shall consider the application:
  1. If the application is denied the County shall inform the applicant in writing of the reasons for denying the applications; if the objection can be corrected, the applicant may amend the application and resubmit it for approval.
  2. If the application is approved, the applicant shall be given an approval report which shall permit the applicant to proceed according to the plans stated in the application, provided, however, that such approval shall not relieve the applicant from compliance with all applicable statutes, ordinances, and regulations.
  3. Plans and statements submitted in an approved application shall be deemed a condition of the approval report and of any permit issued pursuant thereto, whether or not stated in the report or permit.
  1. Not less than ten days prior to the start of the assembly the applicant shall file with the County Sheriff.
  1. The names and addresses and credentials of all security guards to be employed during the assembly.
  2. The names and addresses of all food and service concessionaires who would be permitted to operate on the premises, with the permit or permit number of each.
  3. A report showing completion of all construction and installation necessary to comply with the application for permit, or in the event that such remain incomplete, evidence satisfactory to the County that completion will be had prior to the scheduled commencement of the assembly. Upon receipt of such report and after making such investigation and inspection of the premises as it may deem proper, and finding that all plans and requirement stated in the application have been or will be complied with, the County shall issue a permit. The permit shall at all times permit law enforcement officers and agents and officers of the County to enter upon the premises upon which the assembly is to be, or is being, conducted.
  1. No permittee shall sell tickets to, nor permit to assemble, more than the number of persons stated in the permit.
  1. The permit may be revoked at any time if any of the conditions of the approval report or permit are not performed or complied with, or cease to be performed or complied with. The county shall forthwith upon revocation serve upon the permittee has failed to comply; upon satisfactory proof of compliance, the County Board, may, in its discretion, reinstate said permit.
  1. If the permit shall be denied or revoked, the applicant and all persons under the applicant’s direction and control shall forthwith cease and desist from all acts for the promotion, advertisement, organization, and operation of the assembly, and shall do all things necessary to advise persons who may intend to assemble of the refusal or revocation of permit, and shall do all things necessary to disperse persons who may have assembled upon the premises
  1. In considering applications for permit, the county board shall consider the character of the applicant, the nature of the assembly, the place thereof, the length of time during which it is to be conducted, and the adequacy of facilities for the protection of the public peace, health, safety, and welfare to be provided on the premises and in the area of the assembly, and plans to secure compliance with the conditions of the permit.
  1. This ordinance shall not require a permit for assembly at an established and permanent stadium, auditorium, arena or place of worship where the reasonably anticipated assembly does not exceed the maximum seating capacity of the structure by more than 250 persons. The County Board of Commissioners may waive any of the requirements of subdivision 3 of this ordinance for applications from a City proposing to conduct a community festival.
  1. Any person, firm, corporation or association violating or failing to comply with the provisions of this ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. The County Attorney may institute in the name of the county any appropriate actions or proceedings for the enforcement of this ordinance and the conditions of permits issued pursuant to it. The promotion, conduct, operation or maintenance of an assembly in violation of this ordinance or any permit issued pursuant to it is hereby declared a public nuisance.
  1. If any section or part of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions.
  1. This ordinance shall become effective upon its adoption and publication according to law.

THIS ORDINANCE IS HEREBY ADOPTED BY THE BOARD OF COMMISIONERS OF THE LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY THIS 26th  DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2024.

Lodging Tax Resolution

Resolution

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

Resolution No. 24-11-05

RESOLUTION OF THE LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ADOPTING  AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 20-10-04 ADOPTED ON THE 13TH DAY OF 2020, AND TITLED “AN ORDINANCE IMPOSING A TAX ON LODGING AND REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY ORDINANCE NO. 06-03-03”

WHEREAS, The Minnesota Senate approved Finance HF Bill 1938 (“Special Law”) authorizing a special Lake of the Woods County lodging tax. On May 24rd, 2023, Governor Walz approved the Special Law and it was filed with the Minnesota Secretary of State on May 24, 2023. The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners by Resolution dated October 24, 2023 approved and accepted said Special Law; and

WHEREAS, Notwithstanding Minnesota Statutes, section 477A.016, or any other provision of law, ordinance, or city charter, and subject to the limitation in paragraph (b),  the Special Law authorizes the Board of Commissioners of Lake of the Woods County to impose, by ordinance, a tax of up to 3% on gross receipts in Lake of the Woods County subject to the lodging tax provisions under Minnesota Statutes Section 469.190; and

WHEREAS, public hearing was held on October 22, 2024 to consider an amendment to the existing Lake of Woods County Lodging Tax; and

WHEREAS, following said public hearing, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners, approved by motion the amendment to the Lodging Tax Ordinance; and 

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners desire to confirm the adoption of said Amended Lodging Tax Ordinance by Resolution.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the County Board of Lake of the Woods County hereby ordains:

There is hereby created Lake of the Woods County Ordinance No. 24-10-09, which shall be included as follows:

AN ORDINANCE AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 20-10-04 ADOPTED ON THE 13TH  DAY OF 2020, AND TITLED “AN ORDINANCE IMPOSING A TAX ON LODGING AND REPEALING IN ITS ENTIRETY ORDINANCE NO. 06-03-03” 

This amended ordinance becomes effective from and after its passage and publication. The Board of Commissioners of the County of Lake of the Woods, ordains: 

That the following sections are hereby amended:

Section 1 Authority and Purpose

Subd 1.  Authority. 

  1. The Minnesota Senate approved Finance HF Bill 1938 (“Special Law”) authorizing a special Lake of the Woods County lodging tax. On May 24rd, 2023, Governor Walz approved the Special Law and it was filed with the Minnesota Secretary of State on May 24, 2023. The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners by Resolution dated October 24, 2023 approved and accepted said Special Law. Notwithstanding Minnesota Statutes, section 477A.016, or any other provision of law, ordinance, or city charter, and subject to the limitation in paragraph (b),  the Special Law authorizes the Board of Commissioners of Lake of the Woods County to impose, by ordinance, a tax of up to 3% on gross receipts in Lake of the Woods County subject to the lodging tax provisions under Minnesota Statutes Section 469.190.
  1. The provisions of paragraph (a) do not apply to any statutory or home rule city or town located in Lake of the Woods County that imposes a lodging tax under Minnesota Statutes Section 469.109, or the City of Baudette. The total tax imposed under Minnesota Statutes Section 469.190 and this section must not exceed 3%.
  1.  To the extent not inconsistent with Minnesota Statutes Section 469.190, this section is governed by Minnesota Statutes Section 469.190.

Section 2 Definitions

Subd. 4. State sales and use tax laws and rules.  “State sales and use tax laws and rules” means those provisions of the state revenue laws applicable to state sales and use tax imposition, administration, collection, and enforcement, including Minnesota Statutes, chapters 270C, 289A, 297A, 469A, and Minnesota Rules, chapter 8130, as amended from time to time and Special Law (“HF 1938).

Section. 3.  Local lodging tax imposed; amount of tax; coordination with state sales and use tax laws and rules.  A local lodging tax is imposed in the amount of  up to three percent (3%) on the gross receipts from sales of lodging and related services, as defined in section 2, subdivision 3 of this Ordinance, sourced within County limits, excluding any statutory or home rule city or town located in Lake of the Woods County that imposes a lodging tax under Minnesota Statutes section 469.190, or the City of Baudette,  which are taxable under the state sales and use tax laws and rules.  All of the provisions of the state sales and use tax laws and rules apply to the local lodging tax imposed by this Ordinance.  The local lodging tax imposed by this Ordinance shall be collected and remitted to the Commissioner by the accommodations intermediary and the accommodations provider on any sale when the state sales tax must be collected and remitted to the Commissioner under the state sales and use tax laws and rules and in the same manner, and is in addition to the state sales and use tax.  

Section 5. Use of proceeds.  

Subd. 1. All of the revenues, interest, and penalties derived from the lodging tax imposed by this Ordinance collected by the Commissioner and remitted to the County shall be deposited by the County Auditor in the County treasury and must be used to fund a new Lake of the Woods County Event and Visitors Bureau, as established by the Board of Commissioners of Lake of the Woods County. The Board of Commissioners must annually review the budget of the Event and Visitors Bureau. The Event and Visitors Bureau may receive revenues raised from the taxes imposed under the section only upon annual approval by the Board of Commissioners of the Event and Visitors Bureau.      

Subd. 2. In accordance with Minnesota Statutes section 469.190, subdivision 3, After the amount charged by the State for collection of the tax, ninety-five percent (95%) of the gross proceeds, derived from the lodging tax imposed by this Ordinance collected by the Commissioner and remitted to the County shall be deposited by the County Auditor in the County treasury and shall be credited to the fund established to pay the costs of collecting the lodging tax imposed by this Ordinance and to fund   the Event and Visitors Bureau as set forth in Subd. 1 of this section.

Section 8. Amendment.  All portions of  Ordinance No. 20-10-04 of the County of Lake of the Woods duly enacted on October 13, 2024 inconsistent with this Ordinance are hereby repealed.  

Section 9. Full Force and Effect:  All other provisions of Ordinance No. 20-10-04 not amended shall remain in full force and effect.

Section  10. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect on the first day of publication after adoption and the tax imposed hereunder shall be effective as of the date of the enactment of the Special Law.

Con-Con Fund Application Review

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, Seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to make allocations to the following organizations from the Con-Con funds, Payable 2025:

Lake of the Woods County Development Year 2025

Baudette Arena Assoc-$7,500.00; Williams Arena Assoc-$7,000.00; Baudette Community Foundation-Grand Theater-$10,000.00; Friends Against Abuse-$2,500.00; LOW Historical Society-$4,500.00; LOW Humane Society-$7,500.00; Williams Sr Center-$4,000.00; Williams Potato Day-$1,000.00; Joint Powers Natural Resources Board-$1,000.00; LOW School Trap Team-$3,000.00; LOW Sr Fishing-$1,500.00; Take A Kid Fishing-$2,000.00; Remonumentation-$16,000.00; Auditing Fees-$1,000.00; Rinke Noonan/Drainage-$2,400.00; Scouting America Troop 62-$1,000.00; Scouting America Pack 4062-$1,000.00; Lake of the Woods Senior Citizens Council-$5,000.00.

Adjourn

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to adjourn the meeting at 10:40 a.m.

Attest: December 17, 2024

________________________________             _________________________________

Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson Chair Cody Hasbargen

November 12, 2024

AGENDA

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

TIME TAB

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

Approval of Agenda

Approve Minutes of October 22, 2024 

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

  • Claims
  • PRTF Resolution
  • Cell Phone Stipend Approval

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

  • Claims
  • Health Insurance Caps
  • Cigarette License-Northdale Oil, Inc
  • Set Work Session
  • Rinke Noonan Hourly Rates

9:20 a.m. #4 Human Resources/Sheriff

  • Heavy Equipment Operator-Counter Offer
  • Permission to Hire Heavy Equipment Operator-NW Angle

9:25 a.m. #5 Public Works

  • Updates
  • Solid Waste Assessments 2025
  • Retirement-Mike Graves
  • Permission to Bid Out Landfill Cap
  • Capping of Well at Williams School

9:35 a.m. #6 County Attorney 

  • Letter of Acceptance

9:45 a.m. #7 DOC-Janelle Cheney

  • CY25 Proposed Probation Budget

 10:00 a.m. #8 Closed Session-Union Negotiations

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

  10:30 a.m. #9 Adjourn

Old/New Business

  • Lessard –Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
  • Land Trade
  • Township Road Inventory
  • Law Enforcement Center
  • Unused Wells
  • County Life Flight/Ambulance

November 12, 2024

November 12, 2024

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

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 County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. Absent: Commissioner Ed Arnesen.

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 Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of October 22, 2024.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $16,470.74; Commissioners Warrants $5,209.89; Commissioners Warrants $20,796.70.

PRTF Resolution

Resolution

The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner  Jon Waibel and the same being put to a vote was unanimously carried. 

Resolution in support of a psychiatric residential 

treatment facility in clay county

Resolution No. 2024-11-01

WHEREAS, there is inadequate capacity across Minnesota’s continuum of care to support children with high-acuity, complex, and/or co-occurring conditions, including violent or sexually inappropriate behavior and significant physical health challenges; and

WHEREAS, Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facilities (PRTF) play a critical role in serving children and youth under the age of 21 with severe mental health needs and aggression, as part of this continuum; and

WHEREAS, currently only four PRTF facilities are operational in Minnesota, offering a total of 166 beds, which is insufficient to meet the growing needs of children with serious and complex mental health conditions; and

WHEREAS, the demand for additional PRTF beds across Minnesota is urgent to ensure children receive timely and appropriate care; and

WHEREAS, equitable distribution of PRTF beds throughout the state is essential to provide children with proximity to their home communities, families, and local service providers; and

WHEREAS, Clay County is committed to addressing this critical gap in mental health services by establishing a PRTF in partnership with a qualified service provider for the delivery of these essential services; and

WHEREAS, Clay County seeks bond proceeds funds from the commissioner of human services for a grant to Clay County to predesign, design, and remodel of the West Central Regional Juvenile Center non-secure unit into an 18-bed psychiatric residential treatment facility and address the predesign, design, construct, furnish, and equip of a non-secure unit within Clay County to replace the existing facility that will become a psychiatric residential treatment facility.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners via this Resolution, supports Clay County to request Minnesota state funds for infrastructure development for a Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility in Clay County, ensuring access to specialized care for children with complex mental health needs across the region.

Cell Phone Stipend Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve a cell phone stipend for Office Support Specialist Val Canfield in the amount of $60.00 per month effective December 1, 2024.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $81,434.51; Road & Bridge $18,166.40; County Development $200.00; Natl Resc Enhanc $2,352.00; Joint Ditch $600.00; Solid Waste $16,033.29.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 11/12/2024 For Payment 11/15/2024

Vendor Name Amount

Co-Op Services, Inc. 3,592.84 

Farmers Union Oil Co. 2,665.65 

Hoffman, Philipp & Martell, PLLC 2,825.00 

Howard’s Oil Company 4,673.23

Larkin Hoffman Attorneys           16,390.00 

Law Offices Of Patrick D. Moren 9,146.13 

Marco Technologies LLC 4,933.44 

Olson Construction Bdt LLC 21,720.00 

Pomp’s Tire-Thief River Falls 4,638.14 

Quadient Finance USA Inc. 2,000.00 

R & Q Trucking, Inc 6,264.00 

WIDSETH & ASSOC., INC. 4,537.50 

83 Payments less than 2000 35,400.27

Final Total: 118,786.20

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: October 23, 2024 for $360,380.64; October 30, 2024 for $13,441.20; November 1, 2024 for $361,439.08; November 6, 2024 for $13,647.88.

Approval of Insurance Rates

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve a $75.00 health insurance single and family cap increase for 2025.

Cigarette License Application Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the cigarette license application for Northdale Oil, Inc.

Set Work Session

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to set a work session to review revenue and expenditure guidelines for December 17, 2024 following the regular board meeting.

Rinke Noonan Hourly Rates

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the 2025 hourly rates for Rinke Noonan.

Human Resources

HEO Counteroffer

Human Resources Director Savanna Slick informed the board that they had offered the Heavy Equipment Operator position to an applicant and received a counteroffer of Grade 12, Step 9. 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to counteroffer with Grade 12, Step 6, at 26.69 per hour.

Permission to Hire-Heavy Equipment Operator NWA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to hire Richard McKeever as Heavy Equipment Operator at the Northwest Angle at Grade 12, Step 1, 274 points at $24.12 per hour effective November 18, 2024.

County Attorney

Letter of Acceptance

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve a formal letter of acceptance for the City of Baudette’s withdrawal from the Tourism Bureau and for Chair Cody Hasbargen to sign the same.

Department of Corrections 

CY25 Proposed Probation Budget

District Supervisor Janelle Cheney reviewed the CY25 Proposed Budget and the Department of Corrections Comprehensive plan.

Motion

Motion was made by Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the CY25 Proposed Probation Budget.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the Department of Corrections Comprehensive Plan effective July 2024.

Public Works

Updates

Assistant Engineer Boyd Johnson gave an update on various projects.

Solid Waste Assessment Fee Increase 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof to approve the increase of solid waste fees from $130.00 to $150.00 per unit for taxes payable 2025 with the exception of railroads and utilities which will remain at $130.00.

Permission to Bid-Landfill Cap

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the request to bid for the landfill cap.

Capping Williams School Well

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the request to cap the well at the Williams school.

Recognition of Years of Service

Resolution

The following resolution was offered by Chairman Cody Hasbargen and moved for adoption:

Recognition of years of service

Michael Graves

Resolution No. 2024-11-03

WHEREAS: Michael Graves has served Lake of the Woods County as the Northwest Angle Heavy Equipment Operator since October 30, 2017;

WHEREAS: Michael will retire from Lake of the Woods County effective November 15, 2024 with seven years of service;

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:  That Lake of the Woods Board of County Commissioners extends its deepest appreciation to Michael for his dedicated service and wishes him well on his retirement.

The resolution was seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.

Closed Session

Resolution

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

Closed Session-Union Negotiation

RESOLUTION NO. 24-11-02

WHEREAS, the Minnesota Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stat. § 13D.03, subd. 1 states that:

 “The governing body of a public employer may by a majority vote in a public meeting decide to hold a closed meeting to consider strategy for labor negotiations, including negotiation strategies or developments or discussions and review of labor negotiation proposals, conducted pursuant to sections 179A.01 to 179A.25.”

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners shall hold a closed meeting on November 12th , 2024 at 9:55 a.m. to consider strategy for labor negotiations.  The closed session shall be held at the Lake of the Woods County Courthouse, Commissioners’ Room, 206 8th Ave. SE, Suite 234, Baudette Minnesota 56623; and

BE IT RESOLVED by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners as follows:

  1. The Board of Commissioners hereby closes this meeting pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.03, subd. 1 to consider strategy for labor negotiations including negotiation strategies or developments or discussion and review of Labor negotiation proposals, conducted pursuant to sections 179A.01 to 179A.25.
  1. This closed session shall be tape recorded at the expense of the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners and said recording shall be preserved for two years after the contract is signed and shall be made available to the public after all labor contracts are signed by the governing body for the current budget period.  

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to close the closed session and open the regular meeting.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the union contract with the Local 49ers for the years 2025,2026, and 2027 for the Highway and Solid Waste departments.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the licensed union contract with Law Enforcement Labor Services Inc for the years 2025,2026, and 2027.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the non-licensed union contract with Law Enforcement Labor Services Inc for the years 2025 and 2026.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to follow the Local 49ers salary compensation plan for non-union employees for the years 2025, 2026, and 2027.

Adjourn

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 10:50 a.m.

Attest: November 26, 2024

________________________________             _________________________________

Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson Chair Cody Hasbargen

October 22, 2024

COMMISSIONER PROCEEDINGS

October 22, 2024

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

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, Ed Arnesen, Buck Nordlof and Joe Grund. Also present was County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. 

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: County Surveyor Contract, and Closed Session.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of October 8, 2024.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $2,434.11; Commissioners Warrants $1,988.02; Commissioners Warrants $33,345.09.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $113,400.52; Road & Bridge $57,769.43; Joint Ditch $2,282.50; Solid Waste $15,496.20; EDA $1,339.41.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 10/22/2024 For Payment 10/25/2024

Vendor Name Amount

Co-Op Services, Inc. 10,114.02 

Counties Providing Technology   4,327.00 

Dentons Dirt Worx, LLC 19,586.79 

Election Systems & Software, Inc   4,167.03 

HDR Engineering Inc   2,282.50 

Houston Engineering Inc 14,224.00 

Integris LLC   4,111.28 

John Deere Financial   3,374.38 

Johnson Auto & Machine   2,085.60 

Liberty Tire Recycling, LLC     6,193.67 

M & J Construction Of Holt, Inc. 14,374.50 

North Country Chevrolet 50,896.28 

Pennington County Sheriff Office   2,497.07 

SeaChange Print Innovations   2,180.20 

Titan Machinery – Roseau   3,536.58 

U.S. Bank Equipment Finance   6,268.50 

University Of Mn 15,121.50 

45 Payments less than 2000 24,947.16

Final Total: 190,288.06

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: October 10, 2024 for $61,844.98; October 16, 2024 for $290,332.84.

Extension Committee Term Increase

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to increase the extension committee terms from two 3-year terms to unlimited terms.

Correspondence

The board reviewed Correspondence from AMC.

Human Resources

Permission to Advertise, Interview Full-Time Deputy Sheriff

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the request to advertise, interview, and hire a full-time deputy sheriff at Grade 15, 323 points.

Public Works

Updates

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl gave an update on various projects.

County Surveyor Contract Discussion

RFP County Surveyor

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve to go out for RFP for a County Surveyor for the year 2025.

RFP Committee

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to appoint Commissioners Joe Grund and Jon Waibel, County Engineer Anthony Pirkl, County Recorder Sue Ney, and Land & Water Director Josh Stromlund to the RFP Committee.

Guardian Flight

Manager of Strategic Partnerships Wes McAden gave an update to the board and answered questions regarding guardian flight services and costs.

Cleveland-Cliffs Natural Resources

Representatives from Cleveland Cliffs Natural Resources came to the board seeking approval of the settlement agreement on Williams Creek to present to the DNR. No action was taken at this time.

Public Hearing

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to close the regular meeting and open the public hearing.

Amendment to Lodging Tax Ordinance

County Attorney Michelle Moren explained that the ordinance had been amended to reflect recent law changes. No questions or comments were presented.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to close the public hearing and open the regular meeting.

Approval of Amendment to Lodging Tax Ordinance

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the amended lodging tax ordinance.

Recess

A brief recess took place at 10:05 a.m. and reconvened at 10:10 a.m.

Northwest Community Action-Grant Application Update

John Wynne and Diane Hayes came to the board to give an update on the application process for a small housing rehabilitation grant.

Cannabis Business Ordinance

County Attorney Michelle Moren, Land & Water Director Josh Stromlund and the Commissioners reviewed the Cannabis Business Ordinance. The Ordinance Committee will meet and review the draft to present to the board at a later date. No action was taken at this time.

Closed Session

Resolution

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

Resolution Closing Board Meeting

Resolution No. 2024-10-4

WHEREAS, the Minnesota Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, subd. 3(b) states that “meetings may be closed if the closure is expressly authorized by statute or permitted by the attorney-client privilege”; and

WHEREAS, Lake of the Woods County entered into a Settlement Agreement (“Agreement”) in the Matter of Hibbing Taconite Mine and Stockpile Progression and Williams Creek Project Specific Wetland Mitigation, which Agreement was dated October 6, 2015 (OAH Docket No. 11-2004-31655); and

WHEREAS, the Agreement resolved issues prior to litigation; and 

WHEREAS, parties to the Agreement, are seeking to modify certain terms and conditions of the Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board seeks to meet with its attorney, to discuss the modification of the agreement; and

WHEREAS, it would be detrimental to the interests of the Lake of the Woods County Board to hold a public discussion with its attorney regarding the strengths and weaknesses of its legal position(s), strategy, and potential settlement position regarding the requested modifications, where an opposing party or opposing attorney could listen to or be made aware of Lake of the Woods County’s positions; and

WHEREAS, there is an absolute need for the Lake of the Woods County Board to obtain confidential legal advice regarding the potential settlement modifications in order to maintain the attorney-client privilege.

BE IT RESOLVED by the Lake of the Woods County Board as follows:

  1. The Lake of the Woods County Board hereby closes this meeting based upon the attorney-client privilege pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, subd. 3(b); and
  1. The specific subjects to be discussed, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.01, subd. 3, are the legal strategy in the Office of Administrative Hearings matter as set forth in the recital above and any settlement proposals regarding the modifications to the Agreement requested by Cliffs, which may be made by or responded to by the Lake of the Woods County Board. 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to close the closed session and open the regular meeting.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the settlement agreement as presented and for chair Cody Hasbargen to sign the same with a recommendation for the SWCD to approve as well. It was also noted that Commissioner Ed Arnesen and Land & Water Director Josh Stromlund will meet and work with Cliffs and the DNR on this project. 

Closed Session

Resolution

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

Resolution Closing Board Meeting

Resolution No. 2024-10-5

WHEREAS, the Minnesota Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, subd. 3(b) states that “meetings may be closed if the closure is expressly authorized by statute or permitted by the attorney-client privilege”; and

WHEREAS, Lake of the Woods County was served on March 20, 2024 with a United States District Court Summons and Complaint dated March 14, 2024, signed by Gregory M. Erickson, attorney for  Plaintiffs Jennifer Audette and Robert Audette, alleging that Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners violated, inter alia, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and, requesting, inter alia, that the court require the County to remedy the alleged ADA violation and award damages; and   

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board seeks to meet with its attorney, to discuss the pending lawsuit; and

WHEREAS, it would be detrimental to the interests of the Lake of the Woods County Board to hold a public discussion with its attorney regarding the strengths and weaknesses of its legal position(s), strategy, and potential settlement position regarding the pending lawsuit where an opposing party or opposing attorney could listen to or be made aware of Lake of the Woods County’s positions; and

WHEREAS, there is an absolute need for the Lake of the Woods County Board to obtain confidential legal advice regarding the status of the litigation and strategies to maintain the attorney-client privilege.

BE IT RESOLVED by the Lake of the Woods County Board as follows:

  1. The Lake of the Woods County Board hereby closes this meeting based upon the attorney-client privilege pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, subd. 3(b); and
  1. The specific subjects to be discussed, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.01, subd. 3, are the legal strategies and potential settlement position regarding the pending United States District Court action. 

Adopted by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners, Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota this 22nd day of October, 2024. 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to close the closed session and open the regular meeting.

Closed Session

Resolution

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

Resolution Closing Board Meeting

Resolution No. 2024-10-6

WHEREAS, the Minnesota Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, subd. 3(b) states that “meetings may be closed if the closure is expressly authorized by statute or permitted by the attorney-client privilege”; and

WHEREAS, Lake of the Woods County received correspondence from Canadian National Railway Company dated October 18, 2024 threatening litigation regarding solid waste tax assessments; and   

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board seeks to meet with its attorney, to discuss the threatened litigation; and

WHEREAS, it would be detrimental to the interests of the Lake of the Woods County Board to hold a public discussion with its attorney regarding the strengths and weaknesses of its legal position(s), strategy, and potential settlement position regarding the threatened litigation where an opposing party or opposing attorney could listen to or be made aware of Lake of the Woods County’s positions; and

WHEREAS, there is an absolute need for the Lake of the Woods County Board to obtain confidential legal advice regarding the threatened litigation in order to maintain the attorney-client privilege.

BE IT RESOLVED by the Lake of the Woods County Board as follows:

  1. The Lake of the Woods County Board hereby closes this meeting based upon the attorney-client privilege pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.05, subd. 3(b); and
  1. The specific subjects to be discussed, pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.01, subd. 3, are the allegations and responses to the threatened litigation by Canadian National Railway Company. 

Adopted by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners, Lake of the Woods County, Minnesota this 22nd day of October, 2024. 

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to close the closed session and open the regular meeting.

Closed Session

Resolution

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

Closed Session-Union Negotiation

RESOLUTION NO. 24-10-7

WHEREAS, the Minnesota Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stat. § 13D.03, subd. 1 states that:

 “The governing body of a public employer may by a majority vote in a public meeting decide to hold a closed meeting to consider strategy for labor negotiations, including negotiation strategies or developments or discussions and review of labor negotiation proposals, conducted pursuant to sections 179A.01 to 179A.25.”

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners shall hold a closed meeting on October 22nd , 2024 at 12:00 PM to consider strategy for labor negotiations.  The closed session shall be held at the Lake of the Woods County Courthouse, Commissioners’ Room, 206 8th Ave. SE, Suite 234, Baudette Minnesota 56623; and

BE IT RESOLVED by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners as follows:

  1. The Board of Commissioners hereby closes this meeting pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.03, subd. 1 to consider strategy for labor negotiations including negotiation strategies or developments or discussion and review of Labor negotiation proposals, conducted pursuant to sections 179A.01 to 179A.25.
  1. This closed session shall be tape recorded at the expense of the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners and said recording shall be preserved for two years after the contract is signed and shall be made available to the public after all labor contracts are signed by the governing body for the current budget period.  

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to close the closed session and open the regular meeting.

Closed Session

Resolution

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

Closed Session-Union Negotiation

RESOLUTION NO. 24-10-8

WHEREAS, the Minnesota Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stat. § 13D.03, subd. 1 states that:

 “The governing body of a public employer may by a majority vote in a public meeting decide to hold a closed meeting to consider strategy for labor negotiations, including negotiation strategies or developments or discussions and review of labor negotiation proposals, conducted pursuant to sections 179A.01 to 179A.25.”

WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners shall hold a closed meeting on October 22nd , 2024 at 12:30 PM to consider strategy for labor negotiations.  The closed session shall be held at the Lake of the Woods County Courthouse, Commissioners’ Room, 206 8th Ave. SE, Suite 234, Baudette Minnesota 56623; and

BE IT RESOLVED by the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners as follows:

  1. The Board of Commissioners hereby closes this meeting pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13D.03, subd. 1 to consider strategy for labor negotiations including negotiation strategies or developments or discussion and review of Labor negotiation proposals, conducted pursuant to sections 179A.01 to 179A.25.
  2. This closed session shall be tape recorded at the expense of the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners and said recording shall be preserved for two years after the contract is signed and shall be made available to the public after all labor contracts are signed by the governing body for the current budget period.  

    Motion

    Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to close the closed session and open the regular meeting.

    Adjourn

    Motion

    Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 1:10 p.m. 

    Attest: November 12, 2024

    ________________________________             _________________________________

    Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson Chair Cody Hasbargen

    October 22, 2024

    AGENDA

    Tuesday, October 22, 2024

    TIME TAB

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

    Approval of Agenda

    Approve Minutes of October 8, 2024 

    9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

    • Claims

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

    • Claims
    • Extension Term Increase

    9:15 a.m. #4 Human Resources/Sheriff

    • Permission to Advertise, Interview & Hire Full-time Deputy Sheriff

    9:20 a.m. #5 Public Works

    • Updates

    9:30 a.m. #6 Guardian Flight-Wes McAden (Joining by Teams)

    10:00 a.m. #7 Public Hearing: Lodging Tax

    • Close Regular Meeting/Open Public Hearing
    • Proposed Amendment to Lodging Tax ordinance
    • Close Public Hearing/Open Regular Meeting

    10:30 a.m. #8 John Wynne

    • Grant Application

    10:45 a.m. #9 Cannabis Business Ordinance

    11:00 a.m. #10 Cliffs

    11:15 a.m. #11 Closed Session-Cliffs

    • Resolution Open/Close
    • Attorney Client Privilege-MN Statute 13D.05, Subd 3(b)
    • Motion Open/Close

    11:45 a.m. #12 Closed Session

    • Resolution Open/Close
    • Attorney Client Privilege-MN Statute 13D.05, Subd 3(b)
    • Motion Open/Close

    12:15 p.m. #13 Closed Session-Union Negotiations

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

    12:30 p.m. #14 Adjourn

    Correspondence: AMC

    Old/New Business

    • Lessard –Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund
    • Land Trade
    • Township Road Inventory
    • Law Enforcement Center
    • Unused Wells
    • County Life Flight/Ambulance