MINUTES & AGENDAS
July, 2010
Commissioner Proceedings
July 13, 2010
The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, July 13, 2010, in the Commissioners’ Room at the Government Center.
Call to Order
Chairman Arnesen called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners Patty Beckel, Todd Beckel, Hanson, Moorman and Arnesen. Also present were: County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid; Deputy Auditor Janet Rudd; Penny Mio Hirst and John Oren.
Approval of Agenda
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to approve the agenda with the following additions:
Travel for Rita Krause, MN Department of Revenue- Grand Theater, Beltrami County Letter, and James Herzog Conditional Use Permit and remove County Assessor from the Agenda. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Patty Beckel to approve the consent agenda as follows: Josh Stromlund to St. Paul on June 29&30, 2010 for LCCMR Hearing; Phil Johnson to Duluth on September 29 & 30, 2010 for Mental Health Conference and Rita Krause to St. Cloud on September 19 & 20, 2010 for Annual Child Support Conference. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Hanson and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Approval of Minutes
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Hanson to approve the minutes of June 22, 2010 regular meeting with changes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR
Claims
Social Services Director, Nancy Wendler met with the board requesting approval of claims.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Patty Beckel to approve the following claims against the county:
Commissioners’ Warrants $19,341.13
Commissioners’ Warrants $ 9,356.45
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Todd Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Step Increase
Social Service Director, Nancy Wendler met with the board to discuss a step increase for Cassondra Brune for completion of her probationary period.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Moorman to approve a one step merit adjustment for completion of probation for Social Service Financial Worker, Cassondra Brune effective July 25, 2010. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
COUNTY AUDITOR
Claims
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid met with the board for approval of claims:
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Moorman to approve the claims as follows:
Revenue $70,345.72
Road & Bridge $42,558.47
Social Service $ 3,276.80
Solid Waste $28,069.93
WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION
WARRANTS APPROVED ON 7/13/2010 FOR PAYMENT 7/16/2010
AMOUNT VENDOR NAME AMOUNT VENDOR NAME
480.83 AUTO VALUE BAUDETTE 300.00 BAUDETTE LOW CHAMBER OF COMMER
462.99 BEMIDJI STEEL COMPANY, INC 2185.00 BERGLUND HEATING SHEETMETAL&RO
660.00 BLUE MAXX RECYCLING 2450.00 BORDUN TRUCKING, LTD
384.10 TERRY BROWN 342.99 CANON FINANCIAL SERVICES INC
6861.61 CENEX CO-OP SERVICES, INC. 1368.00 CENTRAL STATES WIRE PRODUCTS,
5204.82 ELECTION SYSTEMS & SOFTWARE, I 1709.91 FAIR HILLS
573.88 RICHARD GOODERUM 600.00 LEE HANCOCK
1806.38 HOLTE IMPLEMENT, INC 10014.95 HOTSY EQUIPMENT OF MINNESOTA
883.38 INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR 1090.83 LAKES GAS CO.
420.00 LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING SERVI 1371.74 LOCATORS SUPPLIES INC
833.91 LOW FOODS 4765.41 LOW HIGHWAY DEPT
300.00 LOW ROD & GUN CLUB 330.00 LOW SOLID WASTE
12725.55 MAR-KIT LANDFILL 1309.02 MN COUNTIES COMPUTER CO-OP
375.00 MN OFFICE OF ENTERPRISE TECHNO 2136.55 MONITOR TIRE DISPOSAL, INC
5305.00 LAW MOREN 886.60 MSOP-MN SEX OFFENDER PRGRM-462
1085.53 NOBLE THRIFTY WHITE 1091.00 NORTH EAST TECHNICAL SERVICE,I
691.83 NW MN HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS 5000.00 DAVID OLSON
740.50 PITNEY BOWES INC. 853.76 PITT & QUARRY SUPPLIES, INC
437.48 RODERICK RONE JR 357.48 ROSEAU ACE HARDWARE
1677.34 ROSEAU COUNTY COOPERATIVE ASSN 1851.83 STRATA CORP, INC
1251.83 SYNERGY GRAPHICS, INC 1490.05 TRANE US INC
491.10 TRUE VALUE 2549.79 TRUEMAN WELTERS
16225.02 UNIVERSITY OF MN 19802.84 VOYAGEURS COMMUNICATIONS, INC
2640.00 VOYAGEURS COMTRONICS, INC 3910.13 WIDSETH SMITH NOLTING&ASST INC
7962.75 WOODY’S SERVICE
46 PAYMENTS LESS THAN $300 6,002.21
**** FINAL TOTAL……. $144,250.92 ****
Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants:
June 22, 2010 $ 1,816.71
June 30, 2010 $ 25,824.13
June 30, 2010 $ 512,308.86
July 8, 2010 $ 7,493.82
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Ducks Unlimited Gambling Permit
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid met with the board and requested approval for a Lawful Gambling Permit for Lake of the Woods Ducks Unlimited to conduct a raffle on September 11, 2010 at Sportsman’s Lodge.
Resolution
The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Todd Beckel and moved for adoption:
RESOLUTION APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION FOR LAWFUL GAMBLING
Resolution No. 10-07-01
WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods Ducks Unlimited Chapter has submitted an application for exemption for a Minnesota Lawful Gambling permit for a raffle to be conducted on September 11, 2010 at Sportsman’s Lodge, located in an unorganized township of Wheeler in Lake of the Woods County;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners hereby approves said application for submission to the Minnesota Gambling Control Board and authorize County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid to sign.
The resolution was seconded by Commissioner Hanson and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Safety Camp
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid presented a letter of request for funding for the 2010 Safety Camp that will be held on July 28, 2010 at the Timber Mill Park for children going into the 4th, 5th, and 6th grade.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Arnesen to contribute $500.00 for the 2010 Safety Camp with the funding from the Cultural and Recreational Fund. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Todd Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Canvassing Board Appointments
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid met with the board and requested the board to appoint two Commissioners to the 2010 Canvassing Board for the primary and general election.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to appoint Commissioner’s Patty Beckel and Hanson to the 2010 canvassing board for the primary and general election and authorize County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid to appoint an alternate if needed. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
DNR Lease Renewal
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid met with the board and informed the board that the DNR had contacted him on the lease that is up for renewal on a parcel of land the county has been leasing this for the OAR’s phone that is located at the Northwest Angle, known has “Jim’s Corner”. The consensus of the board was to have County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid move forward with the process of renewing the lease.
2010 Summer Conference
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid gave a brief update on the 2010 Auditor/Treasures Conference that he attended. He informed the board of some changes that will take place with GASB 54 (county government); Secretary of State review of absentee voting; and State Auditor’s presentation of Internal Controls.
Beltrami County Letter
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid referenced the letter that the board received from Beltrami County Commissioner Joe Vene informing them of his decision to declare himself as a candidate for Second Vice-President of the Association of Minnesota Counties.
Resolution
The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Todd Beckel and moved for adoption:
RECOMMENDING AND SUPPORTING COMMISSIONER JOE VENE
FOR THE POSITION OF SECOND VICE PRESIDENT
OF THE ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA COUNTIES
RESOLUTION NO. 10-07-02
WHEREAS, the Association of Minnesota Counties will be electing officers to serve in statewide capacities in December 2010; and
WHEREAS, Nominations for officers of the Association of Minnesota Counties are to be solicited from elected officials of member counties; and
WHERES, Beltrami County Commissioner Joe Vene has a long history of public service including his current service as County Commissioner and prior service as Superintendent of the Northwestern Minnesota Juvenile Center, operated under a Joint Powers Agreement of Eight Member Counties, Chair of the City of Bemidji Planning Commission, and is a United States Army Veteran. Commissioner Vene currently serves on state and local committees and is the Association of Minnesota Counties Director for District 2; and
WHEREAS, Due to his extensive experience in and commitment to public service and government experience, Commissioner Joe Vene is an excellent candidate for Second Vice President of the Association of Minnesota Counties;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners hereby supports the candidacy of Commissioner Joe Vene for Second Vice President of the Association
of Minnesota Counties, and requests that his name be presented on the slate of nominees for this position.
The resolution was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
RECESS
The meeting was called to recess at 9:50 a.m. and reconvened at 9:55 a.m. as follows
UPDATE ON NWA ISLAND LAND OWNERS
Land Owner, Jerry Hennum
Jerry Hennum met with the board to discuss the Oak Island Land Owners Associations Petition and handed out letters of concern of the requests of the Association. Jerry Hennum stated that many landowners have concern on how the survey was done. Dick Gross commented that he felt that there is some conflict of interest with County Board Members on this issue. Commissioner Arnesen went on record and stated that he is an elected official of the district, and that he is in business as a land developer.
The board discussed the 5 acre request that was in the original petition. Deb Kellerman informed the board that the Oak Island Land Owners Association does not know if the residents want 5 acres, but knows that they are not happy with the current regulations.
Appointment of Members to the NWA Islands Zoning
The board discussed the appointments of Members to the NWA Islands Zoning Committee.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to appoint Land and Water Planning Director, Josh Stromlund, Commissioners Arnesen and Hanson to the NWA Islands Zoning Committee. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
EMERGENCY MANAGER DIRECTOR
2013 HAZARD MITIGATIO PLAN
Emergency Manager Director, Holly House met with the board requesting approval of the Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to authorize Chairman Arnesen to sign the Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Updates
Emergency Manager Director, Holly House updated the board on the following:
- Mobile home parks, evacuation plans
- Emergency Operation Plan is up for review and it is the county’s turn to sign off on for it rotates every four years
- Incident Command Workshop System will be held on July 21, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. to review the results of the exercise.
COUNTY SHERIFF
Joint Powers Agreement
County Sheriff, Dallas Block met with the board to discuss the Law Enforcement Communications Joint Powers Agreement that Roseau, Kittson, Marshall and Lake of the Woods County entered into back in 1973. Dallas informed the board that he is in the process of dissolving the agreement for the counties no longer needs this service.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Temporary Seasonal Heavy Equipment Operator
Acting Public Works Director, Bill Sindelir and Maintenance Supervisor, Jeff Pelland met with the board requesting authorization to hire a seasonal heavy equipment operator. Bill informed the board that this is in his 2010 budget and that the personnel policy authorizes department heads to hire temporary and seasonal employees throughout the year.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Moorman to authorize the Acting Public Works Director to hire a seasonal part time heavy equipment operator at grade 7, step 9. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
GCN Concrete Work
Acting Public Works Director, Bill Sindelir, met with the board and presented two quotes that were received for concrete work at the GCN building.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to authorize the Maintenance Department to accept the low quote for replacement of the east parking lot at the Government Center North building from Mark Chapman Construction in the amount of $19,891.00 with the funding from the building fund. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hanson and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Recycling Trailer
Acting Public Works Director, Bill Sindelir requested that the Recycling Trailer that is behind the Government Center North Building be re-located to the old recycling building at the Industrial Park. The consensus of the board was that they approved of re-locating the trailer.
Committee Reports
Commissioner Hanson reported on:
SWCD Road Tour- Rip-Rap projects, Frohreich ditch erosion, Morris Point and the Bernard Property
Commissioner Patty Beckel reported on:
EDA meeting is set for July 21, 2010 at 6:00 p.m.
Commissioner Todd Beckel reported on:
Water Management Summit
Northern County Land Use- invasive species; clean water
OLD/NEW BUSINESS
There were no new updates on:
Red Lake Tribe
Township Road Inventory
There were updates on:
ANI- remove from old/new business
Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund- packets were handed out
County T.V.-Meeting on July 29th
Land Acquisition- Bernard’s Property
Team Building- Sometime in September, will check with Extension to get date
Grand Theater- letter from Minnesota Department of Revenue
Line Workers School- July 15, 2010 ground breaking
Inventory- Liaisons will speak again to department heads that still have not turned in their office inventory
Zoning/Conditional Use Parameters- working on
Correspondence:
The following correspondence was acknowledged:
DNR letter, Federal Pilt Payments, Wetland Conservation Act, Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council and MN Department of Revenue- Grand Theater exemption.
PLANNING COMMISSION
Motion was made by Commissioner Moorman to close the regular meeting at 1:01 p.m. and open the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
LAKE OF THE WOODS COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
There will be a Lake of the Woods County Planning Commission hearing Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at 1:00 p.m. in the Commissioners Room of the County Government Center in Baudette, Minnesota . The Board will consider the following requests:
Kevin Olson A 5.00 acre tract in Govt. Lot 4 A Conditional Use Permit as
that is 330’ N & S x660’ E&W required by the Lake of the
in Section 5, T-161N, R-34W Woods County Zoning
Parcel # 21.05.22.020 Ordinance, to allow a commercial business consisting of a wholesale
Bait company with on-site minnow tanks in a Natural
Environment District.
James Herzog Lot 8, Block 3, Winter-Sett A Conditional Use Permit as
Winter-Sett Resort Estates – Section 9, T-162N, required by the Lake of the
R-33W (Zippel Township) Woods County Zoning
Parcel # 18.51.03.080 Ordinance, to allow a commercial
business consisting of a single unit resort with lodging in a Residential Development District.
Kevin Olson- Conditional Use Permit
Land and Water Planning Director, Josh Stromlund presented Kevin Olson’s Conditional Use Permit to allow a commercial business consisting of a wholesale bait company with on-site minnow tanks in a Natural Environment District. No comments or letters were received.
James Herzog- Conditional Use Permit
Land and Water Planning Director, Josh Stromlund presented James Herzog’s application that was tabled from the June 8, 2010 Planning Commission requesting a Conditional Use Permit to allow a commercial business consisting of a single unit resort with lodging in a Residential Development District. Josh reviewed a letter from James Herzog answering the Planning Commissions questions from the previous planning commission meeting. A letter was acknowledged from Nick and Deanna Painovich.
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to close the Planning Commission and open the regular meeting at 1:53 p.m. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
RECESS
With no further business before the board, Chairman Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 1:53 p.m.
Attest: Approved: July 27, 2010
____________________________ __________________________________
John W. Hoscheid County Auditor Edward Arnesen, Chairman of the Board
Commissioner Proceedings
Special County Board Meeting
July 14, 2010
The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners met in special session on Wednesday, July 14, 2010, in the Commissioners’ Room of the Lake of the Woods County Government Center.
Call to Order
Chair Arnesen called the meeting to order at 1:00 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners: Arnesen, Patty Beckel, Hanson and Moorman. Absent was Commissioner Todd Beckel. Also present were: County Auditor John W Hoscheid, County Land & Water Planning Director Josh Stromlund, HRDC Representatives: Cliff Tweedale and Tim Flathers, and area citizens: Richard Gross and Greg Hennum.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Moorman to approve the agenda for the special meeting today. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Headwaters Regional Development Commission (HRDC)
Representatives from HRDC, Cliff Tweedale and Tim Flathers met with the County Board to discuss the zone modifications on the Northwest Angle Islands, Oak Island Zoning Petition. Questions from all in attendance were asked and discussed. It was the consensus of the County Board to:
- Create a Task Force Committee,
- Have Cliff Tweedale and Josh Stromlund get together to discuss details,
- Have Cliff Tweedale submit a workable agreement including estimated cost and assistance,
- Have this all ready for and presented at the next regular county board meeting, July 27, 2010
Recess
There being no further business before the County Board, Chair Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 2:05 p.m.
Attest: Approved: July 27, 2010
______________________________ ___________________________________
John W Hoscheid Edward Arnesen
County Auditor County Board Chair
Commissioner Proceedings
Special County Board Meeting
July 20, 2010
The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners met in special session on Tuesday, July 20, 2010, in the Commissioners’ Room of the Lake of the Woods County Government Center.
Call to Order
Chair Arnesen called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners Arnesen, Todd Beckel, Patty Beckel, Hanson and Moorman. Also present was County Auditor John W Hoscheid.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to approve the agenda for the special meeting today with the addition of NWA Oak Island Petition discussion. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Bid Opening – Line Workers Facility
Chair Arnesen called for the bid opening at 11:00 a.m. as advertised for the Line Workers Facility.
Acting Public Works Director, Bill Sindelir opened the sealed bids for the Line Workers Facility as follows:
Adam Norling Construction $495,600.00
Add Alternate # 1 $ 5,500.00
Add Alternate # 2 $ 2,200.00
Add Alternate # 3 N/A
It was the consensus of the County Board to contact Lucachick Architecture Inc. and arrange a meeting with the apparent low bidder before awarding the bid for the Line Workers Facility. The official awarding of the bid for the Line Workers Facility will be at the next regular scheduled meeting on Tuesday, July 27, 2010.
NWA – Oak Island Petition
The County Board discussed the Northwest Angle – Oak Island Petition and various options. No action was taken.
Recess
There being no further business before the County Board, Chair Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 12:10 p.m.
Attest: Approved: July 27, 2010
______________________________ ___________________________________
John W Hoscheid Edward Arnesen
County Auditor County Board Chair
Commissioner Proceedings
Commissioner Proceedings
Special County Board Meeting
July 23, 2010
The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners met in special session on Friday, July 23, 2010, in the Jury Room of the Lake of the Woods County Government Center.
Call to Order
Chair Arnesen called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners Arnesen, Todd Beckel, Patty Beckel and Moorman. Absent was Commissioner Hanson. Also present was County Auditor John W Hoscheid. Chair Arnesen laid the ground rules for the upcoming budget; these meetings are to be informational and no board action will be taken until all budgets are presented.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to approve the agenda for the special meeting today with changes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Review of Budgets
The County Board reviewed the budget reports for 2011.
County Treasurer
The County Treasurer met with the County Board to review the Treasurer’s Budget for 2011.
County Assessor
The County Assessor met with the County Board to review the Assessor’s Budget for 2011.
County MIS
The County MIS Director was unable to meet with the County Board to review the MIS Budget. This budget review will be re-scheduled for a later date.
County Recorder
The County Recorder met with the County Board to review the Recorder’s Budget for 2011.
County Maintenance/GCN/Safety/County Parks
The Acting Public Works Director met with the County Board to review the Maintenance, Government Center North, Safety and County Parks Budgets for 2011.
County Veteran’s Service
The County Veteran’s Service Officer was unable to meet with the County Board to review the Veteran’s Service Budget for 2011. This budget review will be re-scheduled for a later date.
County Land & Water Planning Director
The County Land & Water Planning Director met with the County Board to review the Land & Water Planning Budget for 2011.
County Auditor
The County Auditor met with the County Board to review the Auditor’s Budget for 2011.
Other Misc Departments
The County Board reviewed and discussed the budgets within the Revenue Fund.
Next Budget Meeting
The next budget meeting will be on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at 6:30 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room of the Government Center.
Recess
There being no further business before the County Board, Chair Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 12:00 p.m.
Attest: Approved: August 9, 2010
______________________________ ___________________________________
John W Hoscheid Edward Arnesen
County Auditor County Board Chair
Commissioner Proceedings
Special County Board Meeting
July 27, 2010
The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners met in special session on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, in the Commissioners’ Room of the Lake of the Woods County Government Center.
Call to Order
Chair Arnesen called the meeting to order at 6:30 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners Arnesen, Todd Beckel, Patty Beckel, Hanson and Moorman. Also present was County Auditor John W Hoscheid. Chair Arnesen laid the ground rules for the upcoming budget; these meetings are to be informational and no board action will be taken until all budgets are presented.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to approve the agenda for the special meeting today with changes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hanson and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Review of Budgets
The County Board reviewed the budget reports for 2011.
County Emergency Management
The County Emergency Management Director met with the County Board to review the Emergency Management’s Budget for 2011.
County Sheriff
The County Sheriff and Chief Deputy Sheriff met with the County Board to review the Sheriff’s Budgets for 2011.
County Veteran’s Service
The County Veteran’s Service Officer met with the County Board to review the Veteran’s Service Budget for 2011.
Line Workers Facility
The County Board discussed the Line Workers Facility construction contract and other related information regarding the building.
Next Budget Meeting
The next budget meeting will be on Friday, July 30, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room of the Government Center.
Recess
There being no further business before the County Board, Chair Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 8:45 a.m.
Attest: Approved: August 9, 2010
______________________________ ___________________________________
John W Hoscheid Edward Arnesen
County Auditor County Board Chair
Commissioner Proceedings
July 27, 2010
The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, July 27, 2010, in the Commissioners’ Room at the Government Center.
Call to Order
Chairman Arnesen called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners Patty Beckel, Todd Beckel, Hanson, Moorman and Arnesen. Also present were: County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid; Deputy Auditor Janet Rudd; Penny Mio Hirst and John Oren.
Approval of Agenda
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to approve the agenda with the following additions:
Travel for Amy Ballard, HRDC letter, Bernard Property, July 20, special board minutes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Approval of Consent Agenda
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Moorman to approve the consent agenda as follows: Walt Scribnerto Fergus Falls on September 15, 2010, for MCIT Safety Training; Holly House to Breezy Point on September 18-22 for AMEM Conference; Amy Ballard to Arden Hills on August 15-17 for Suicide Risk Assessment and Jodi Ferrier to Duluth on October 4-5 for Health and Human Service Conference. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Approval of Minutes
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Patty Beckel to approve the minutes of July 13, 2010 regular meeting, July 14, 2010 special meeting and July 20, 2010 special meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR
Claims
Social Services Director, Nancy Wendler met with the board requesting approval of claims.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Hanson to approve the following claims against the county:
Commissioners’ Warrants $ $7,186.83
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Todd Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
COUNTY AUDITOR
Claims
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid met with the board for approval of claims:
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Patty Beckel to approve the claims as follows:
Revenue $10,033.92
Road & Bridge $32,394.45
Co. Develop. $ 5,000.00
Solid Waste $ 3,829.11
WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION
WARRANTS APPROVED ON 7/27/2010 FOR PAYMENT 7/30/2010
AMOUNT VENDOR NAME AMOUNT VENDOR NAME
1233.45 BAUDETTE REGION 640.00 BELTRAMI COUNTY HIGHWAY DEPT
699.60 BROCK WHITE 918.80 TERRY BROWN
305.80 CUSTOM AUTOBODY AND REPAIR 4892.50 EARTHWORKS CONTRACTING INC
447.89 FARMERS UNION OIL CO. 515.14 GCR TIRE CENTER
400.00 LEE HANCOCK 1284.45 INSIGHT PUBLIC SECTOR
500.00 LAKEWOOD NURSING SERVICE 2380.00 LAVALLA SAND & GRAVEL INC
500.00 LOW SCHOOL DISTRICT–390 841.79 MINNESOTA UI
858.00 MSOP-MN SEX OFFENDER PRGRM-462 352.69 NORTHERN ENGRAVING AND TROPHIE
5780.00 GEORGE OLSON 477.50 PB DISTRIBUTING INC
4209.81 PIT & QUARRY SUPPLIES, INC 3080.58 R & Q TRUCKING, INC
317.04 T R JOBBING 608.92 WEST GROUP
5000.00 CITY WILLIAMS 11211.99 ZIEGLER, INC
35 PAYMENTS LESS THAN $300 3,801.53
**** FINAL TOTAL……. $51,257.48 ****
Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants:
July 13, 2010 $ 63,374.15
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hanson and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Lost Warrant
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid met with the board and requested approval for a lost warrant.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to approve the application and affidavit for lost warrant for Rachel Raschke dated April 9, 2010 for $47.20 without furnishing indemnifying bond. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
BAUDETTE /LAKE OF THE WOODS AIRPORT
Commissioner Patty Beckel informed the board that the committee is still working on the Joint Powers Agreement, the question on the insurance was taken care of and they are moving forward with the Manager’s contract.
Commissioner Patty Beckel requested that the county release the $7,750 from the airport budget. The board requested that County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid issue the check.
GRAND THEATER
Chairman Arnesen informed the board about the letter the county received from the Minnesota Department of Revenue, Property Tax Division regarding property tax exemption of the Baudette Community Foundation/Grand Theater property. The letter informed the county that after the review from the department of property tax division, the Grand Theater property owned by the Baudette Community Foundation, Inc. should be exempt from property taxes.
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid discussed the 2009 second half property tax and the current 2010 taxes due from the Grand Theater.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to pay the 2009 second half property tax due from the Grand Theater property , waive the penalty and interest that is due and pay the 2010 property taxes; with the funding from the Economic Development fund. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hanson and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
EDA COMMITTEE
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid informed the board of the July 22, 2010 EDA committee meeting. The committee will meet one more time and Commissioner Moorman will contact Dave Hengel from HRDC to meet with them.
BERNARD PROPERTY
Commissioner Todd Beckel informed the board of the progress of the purchase of the Bernard property. He requested from the board, authorization to release the $75,000 that is due on the purchase, contingent approval from Interim County Attorney, Michelle Moren.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to authorize payment of $75,000 for the purchase of the Bernard property, to the escrow account at Mahnomen State Bank, contingent upon the approval of Interim County Attorney when the title is clear. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hanson and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
RECESS
The meeting was called to recess at 9:45 a.m. and reconvened at 9:50 a.m. as follows
OLD/NEW BUSINESS
There were no new updates on:
Township Road Inventory
There were updates on:
Lessard-Sams Outdoor Heritage Council/Outdoor Heritage Fund- information to be sent for meeting dates
County T.V.-meeting was cancelled on July 29th
Team Building- September 22, 2010
Red Lake Tribe- information will be forthcoming
Grand Theater- remove from Old/New Business
Inventory- still waiting for several departments
Zoning/Conditional Use Parameters- new permit applications are in place
Boundary Commission- judgment in and filed, plat needs to be signed off and assessment needs to be done
SWCD
MN Clean Water Partnership
Land and Water Planning Director, Josh Stromlund met with the board to discuss the pre-application for a partnership grant for the Bostic and Zippel Watershed Assessment Project.
The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Todd Beckel and moved for adoption:
Bostic and Zippel Watershed Assessment Project
RESOLUTION NO. 10-07-03
WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners submit a proposal with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) to conduct the following Project: Bostic and Zippel Watershed Assessment Project,
WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners authorizes Josh Stromlund to submit the proposal for the above-mentioned Project and have the authority to represent this body in all matters that do not specifically require the action of this body,
WHEREAS, the submittal of a proposal does not obligate this body to accept a grant and/or a loan if so offered,
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the above resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the County Board of Commissioners this 27th day of July, 2010 and shall authorize County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid and Chairman Arnesen to sign.
The resolution was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Correspondence:
The following correspondence was acknowledged: U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Committee Reports
Commissioner Todd Beckel reported on:
AMC meeting and how to fund local government with the possibility of local sales tax;
AMC meeting on Lexi Pool was discussed;
Radio Board meeting discussed that the State is not funding our region;
ICS training;
PILT meeting they discussed why they pay higher than other lands;
MRCC Annual Conference will be in Alexandria MN on October 4, 2010;
Commissioner Moorman reported on:
Joint Powers Natural Resource meeting on 2009 meeting and Senator Saxhaug will be meeting with them in October, 2010;
Williams City Council meeting discussed the Williams Sewer;
SOLID WASTE
Concrete Slab
Acting Public Works Director, Bill Sindelir and Solid Waste Supervisor Ed Spires met with the board requesting authorization to accept the lowest bid of four (4 )to Mollberg Masonry, Inc. in the amount of $11,200 for concrete work at the Graceton Facility.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to authorize Solid Waste Department to accept the low quote of Mollberg Masonry, Inc. in the amount of $11,700 for concrete work at the Graceton facility. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Demo Equipment
Acting Public Works Director, Bill Sindelir and Solid Waste Supervisor Ed Spires met with the board requesting permission to shop and solicit for demo equipment for the Graceton facility. The consensus of the board was to authorize them to move forward.
RECESS
The meeting was called to recess at 10:50 a.m. and reconvened at 11:00 a.m. as follows:
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Chairman Arnesen at 11:00 a.m., as advertised, called for the opening of the bids for the following: projects: S.P.39-090-02 and S.P. 39-090-03
Bowman Asphalt Products, Inc. $393,867.00
R&Q Trucking Inc, $453,838.00
Knife River Materials $496,346.50
Acting Public Works Director, Bill Sindelir stated that the company that is awarded the bid has for the above-mentioned federally funded projects must first be approved by the Mn/DOT Office of Civil Rights.
RECESS
The meeting was called to recess at 11:06 a.m. and reconvened at 11:15 a.m. as follows
OAK ISLAND SURVEY
Deb Kellerman representing the Oak Island Association met with the board to discuss a “mailer” that the Association will be sending out. She informed the board that in the “mailer” she will be sending the following:
- Results of the survey
- Barge run date
- Handout from County Sheriff, Dallas Block on the  reverse 911 system
- Informing them that the County Board has formed a committee of the NW Islands Zoning
- That the name of the “Oak Island Land Owners Association” will be changed to “All Island Land Owners”
HRDC
The board reviewed and discussed the proposal for the zone modification on the Northwest Angle Islands, Oak Island Zoning Petition from HRDC. No action was taken at this time.
CLOSED SESSION
Attorney Client MN Stat. § 13d.05
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to close the regular meeting at 12:10 p.m. pursuant MN. Stat. § 13d.05 Attorney Client privilege with the following members present: Commissioners Todd Beckel, Patty Beckel, Hanson, Moorman and Arnesen, also present were County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid and Land and Water Planning Director, Josh Stromlund. Present on conference call was Attorney Jay Squires from Ratwick, Roszak and Maloney PA. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to open the closed meeting at 12:38 p.m. and reconvene the regular meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Hanson and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Patty Beckel not to appeal the judge’s order dated July 6, 2010, in regards to the Baldwin Point, LLC, matter. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
RECESS
The meeting was called to recess at 12:38 p.m. and reconvened at 1:30 p.m. as follows
LAND AND WATER PLANNING
Consideration of Conditional Use for Kevin Olson
Land and Water Planning Director, Josh Stromlund met with the board to present the Findings of Facts and decision of the conditional use permit for Kevin Olson
Motion
A motion was made by Commissioner Moorman to approve the following: Findings of Fact and Decision for Kevin Olson.
Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners
Findings of Fact and Decision
Name of Applicant: Kevin Olson Date: July 27, 2010
Location/Legal Description: A 5.00 acre tract in Govt. Lot 4 that is 330’ North and South x 660’ East and West in section 5, T. 161N, R. 34W, Parcel #21.05.22.020.
Project Proposal: Applicant is requesting a commercial business consisting of a wholesale bait company with on-site minnow tanks in a Natural Environment District.
- Is the requested use consistent with maintaining the public health, safety, and welfare?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? The use will not generate additional traffic to the area. It will be contained in the existing garage. Applicant will adhere to current regulations as to not spread the spiny water flea. A MNDNR water appropriation permit is not required.
2. Is the requested use consistent with the goal of preventing and controlling water pollution, including sedimentation and nutrient loading? Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â YES (X) NO (Â Â )Â Â N/A (Â Â )
Why or why not? There are no construction related activities associated with this request as to expose bare soil.
3. Will the requested use not adversely affect the site’s existing topography, drainage features, and vegetative cover?                                          YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )
Why or why not? There are no construction related activities associated with this request as to alter the existing topography, drainage features and vegetative cover.
4. Is the requested use’s site location reasonable in relation to any floodplain and/or floodway of rivers or tributaries?                                             YES (  ) NO (  )  N/A (X)
Why or why not? The requested use is not located in a floodplain and/or floodway of a river or tributary.
5. Has the erosion potential of the site based upon the degree and direction of slope, soil type, and existing vegetative cover been adequately addressed for the requested use?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? There are no construction related activities associated with this request as alter the existing topography and vegetation.
6. Is the site in harmony with existing and proposed access roads? Â Â Â Â
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? The site is currently accessible from 94th Avenue Northwest.
7. Is the requested use compatible with adjacent land uses?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? The use will not generate glare, noise, additional traffic as to alter the characteristics of the general area. No opposition was received from the adjacent landowners.
8. Does the requested use have a reasonable need to be in a shoreland location?
YES ( ) NO ( ) N/A (X)
Why or why not? The use is not located in a shoreland area.
9. Is the amount of liquid waste to be generated reasonable and the proposed sewage disposal system adequate to accommodate such?                          YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )
Why or why not? Excess water from the minnow tanks will be discharged from the existing garage into a drainage ditch which will not affect adjacent landowners.
10. Will the visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed from public waters comply with Section 901 of the Zoning Ordinance or Section 5.3 of the Rainy/Rapid Rivers Shoreland Ordinance? Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â YES (Â Â )Â NO (Â Â )Â Â N/A (X)
Why or why not? The use is not located in a shoreland area. The existing vegetative buffer from 94th Avenue Northwest is to remain undisturbed.
11. Is the site adequate for water supply and on-site sewage treatment systems?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? A private well and septic system currently service the parcel of property.
12. Are the affected public waters suited to and able to safely accommodate the types, uses, and numbers of watercraft that the use will generate?            YES (  ) NO (  )  N/A (X)
Why or why not? The use will not generate additional watercraft usage.
If all answers to the Findings of Fact-Criteria are either “Yes” or are “Not Applicable” to the request, the criteria for granting the conditional use permit have been met. The conditional use permit will maintain the goals of safety, health, and general welfare of the public.
The specific conditions of approval are as follows: None
Approved (X) Denied ( )
____________________________
Edward Arnesen
Chair, County Board
This is in accordance with Section 1104 of the Lake of the Woods Zoning Ordinance or Section 3.4 of the Rainy/Rapid Rivers Shoreland Ordinance.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Todd Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Consideration of Conditional Use for James Herzog
Land and Water Planning Director, Josh Stromlund met with the board to present the Findings of Facts and decision of the conditional use permit for James Herzog .
Motion
A motion was made by Commissioner Hanson to approve the following: Findings of Fact and Decision for James Herzog.
Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners
Findings of Fact and Decision
Name of Applicant: James Herzog Date: July 27, 2010
Location/Legal Description: Lot 8, Block 3, Winter-Sett Estates, Section 9, T. 162N, R. 33W, (Zippel Township), Parcel #18.51.03.080
Project Proposal: Applicant is requesting a commercial business consisting of a single unit resort with lodging in a Residential Development District.
- Is the requested use consistent with maintaining the public health, safety, and welfare?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? The current septic system will be upgraded to meet current regulations. Additional traffic will be keep to a minimum as only single parties, up to a maximum of 14 people, will be allowed to occupy the structure at any given time. The fuel service tank will meet current specifications. A no wake sign or buoy is to be placed near the end of the dock.
2. Is the requested use consistent with the goal of preventing and controlling water pollution, including sedimentation and nutrient loading? Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â YES (X) NO (Â Â )Â Â N/A (Â Â )
Why or why not? There will be no construction related activities that would expose bare soil and the septic system will be upgraded to meet current regulations.
3. Will the requested use not adversely affect the site’s existing topography, drainage features, and vegetative cover?                                          YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )
Why or why not? There will be no construction related activities that will alter the existing topography other than upgrading the septic system.
4. Is the requested use’s site location reasonable in relation to any floodplain and/or floodway of rivers or tributaries?                                             YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )
Why or why not? The land is within the floodplain of Lake of the Woods; however, fill has been placed on the property to elevate the current structure.
11) Has the erosion potential of the site based upon the degree and direction of slope, soil type, and existing vegetative cover been adequately addressed for the requested use?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? There will be no construction related activities that will expose bare soil.
5. Is the site in harmony with existing and proposed access roads? Â Â Â Â
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? No new access roads are proposed. Currently, access can be obtained from Winter-Sett Trail NW or Walleye Lane NW.
6. Â Is the requested use compatible with adjacent land uses?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? By placing the specific conditions as indicated below, the requested use is compatible with adjacent land uses. Also, no opposition was received that specifically discussed the requested use.
7. Does the requested use have a reasonable need to be in a shoreland location?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? Typically, a use of this nature is located within a shoreland area.
8. Is the amount of liquid waste to be generated reasonable and the proposed sewage disposal system adequate to accommodate such?                          YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )
Why or why not? The septic system is to be upgraded to meet current regulations.
9. Will the visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed from public waters comply with Section 901 of the Zoning Ordinance or Section 5.3 of the Rainy/Rapid Rivers Shoreland Ordinance? Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â YES (X)Â NO (Â Â )Â Â N/A (Â Â )
Why or why not? The structure has been on the property since the mid 90’s and no additional vegetation is proposed to be altered as per the request.
10. Â Is the site adequate for water supply and on-site sewage treatment systems?
YES (X) NO ( ) N/A ( )
Why or why not? The current structure is serviced by a private well and a new septic system is to be constructed.
11. Are the affected public waters suited to and able to safely accommodate the types, uses, and numbers of watercraft that the use will generate?            YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  )
Why or why not? Lake of the Woods is approximately 300,000 acres in size within the boundary of Lake of the Woods County.
If all answers to the Findings of Fact-Criteria are either “Yes” or are “Not Applicable” to the request, the criteria for granting the conditional use permit have been met. The conditional use permit will maintain the goals of safety, health, and general welfare of the public.
The specific conditions of approval are as follows: The applicant will be limited to 16 rental ice houses, 16 dock slips which can be rented seasonally, the installation of the new septic system is to be completed by September 30, 2011, one double faced 4’x8’ sign is allowed, a buoy or sign indicating a “No Wake Zone” is to be placed near the end of the dock, and a “winter access fee” can’t be charged for road access to Lake of the Woods.
Approved (X) Denied ( )
____________________________
Edward Arnesen
Chair, County Board
This is in accordance with Section 1104 of the Lake of the Woods Zoning Ordinance or Section 3.4 of the Rainy/Rapid Rivers Shoreland Ordinance.
The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
County Auditor, John W. Hoscheid informed the board that the Acting Public Works Director, Bill Sindelir informed him that the board can award the bid for S.P. 39-090-02 & S.P. 39-090-03, MN Project to the apparent low bidder pending approval from the Mn/DOT Office of Civil Rights.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to award the bid for S.P. 39-090-02 & S.P. 39-090-03, MN Project No. TEAX 3910(213), to the apparent low bidder pending approval from the Mn/DOT Office of Civil Rights. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
COUNTY SHERIFF
Stonegarden Grant
County Sheriff Dallas Block and Interim County Attorney Michelle Moren met with the board to discuss amending the Sheriff’s Salary under the Stonegarden grant and increasing his salary contingent upon that the Operation Stonegarden 2009 grant funding is available; and, that the sheriff works, in addition to his regular duties, eight (8) hours per week of said Operation Stonegarden 2009 grant. No county tax levy money would be used for the increase. They presented a modified resolution.
Resolution
The following resolution was offered by Commissioner Moorman and moved for adoption:
Amend County Sheriff Salary
Resolution No. 10-07-04
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 2009” grant; and,
WHEREAS, the Lake of the Woods County Sheriff’s Office is a successful recipient of an Operation Stonegarden 2009 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 sheriff’s 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 2009 grant given to assist the Lake of the Woods County Sheriff’s Office in its efforts to secure the border includes the sum of $99,840.00 overtime and $12,480.00 fringe benefits; and,
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 2009 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 22, 2009 was $66,880.06 and fringe benefits were $9,430.09, be amended so that the sheriff’s salary is increased by the sum of $9,100.00 and fringe benefits are increased by $1,283.10 commencing July 1, 2010 through December 31, 2010 with the increase funding from the Operation Stonegarden 2009 grant contingent upon the following:
- That the Operation Stonegarden 2009 grant funding be available; and,
- That the sheriff works, in addition to his regular duties, eight (8) hours per week of said Operation Stonegarden 2009 grant.
At such time that the Operation Stonegarden 2009 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 2009 grant work, then the sheriff’s salary shall return to the salary as originally set by this board on December 22, 2009.
The resolution was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the vote carried as follows: Voting for: Commissioners Moorman, Patty Beckel and Arnesen. Voting against: Commissioners Todd Beckel and Hanson.
LINE WORKERS SCHOOL
Award Bid
The board discussed the Line Workers School bid and contract. The board placed the Line Workers School contract on July 30, 2010 agenda.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to award the bid for the Line Workers School to the low bidder Adam Norling Contracting in the amount of $ 495,600, add Alternate #1 $5,500 add Alternate #2 $2,200 with a total bid of $503,300, contingent upon the approval from Interim County Attorney, Michelle Moren on the contract with Adam Norling Contracting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
RECESS
With no further business before the board, Chairman Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 2:40 p.m.
Attest: Approved: August 9, 2010
____________________________ __________________________________
John W. Hoscheid County Auditor Edward Arnesen, Chairman of the Board
Commissioner Proceedings
Special County Board Meeting
July 30, 2010
The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners met in special session on Friday, July 30, 2010, in the Commissioners’ Room of the Lake of the Woods County Government Center.
Call to Order
Chair Arnesen called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners Arnesen, Todd Beckel, Patty Beckel, Hanson and Moorman. Also present was County Auditor John W Hoscheid. Chair Arnesen laid the ground rules for the upcoming budget; these meetings are to be informational and no board action will be taken until all budgets are presented.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Todd Beckel to approve the agenda for the special meeting today with changes. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Moorman and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Boundary Commission Plat 2 (Clementson)
County Recorder Sue Ney met with the County Board regarding the final plat of Boundary Commission Plat 2.
Motion
Motion was made by Commissioner Hanson to authorize County Board Chair, Ed Arnesen and County Auditor John W Hoscheid to sign the final plat of Boundary Commission Plat No 2. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Patty Beckel and the same being put to a vote, was unanimously carried.
Line Workers Facility
The County Board discussed the Line Workers Facility and a temporary building inspector position. No action was taken.
Public Works / Solid Waste
The Acting Public Works Director, Maintenance Supervisor and Officer Manager met with the County Board to review the Public Works and Solid Waste Budgets for 2011.
Social Services
The County Social Services Director and the Fiscal Officer met with the County Board to review the Social Services Budget for 2011.
Other
The County Board discussed the County 2011 Budget.
Correspondence
Correspondence was discussed from the Northwest Angle.
Next Budget Meeting
The next budget meeting will be on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Room of the Government Center.
Recess
There being no further business before the County Board, Chair Arnesen called the meeting to recess at 12:25 p.m.
Attest: Approved: August 9, 2010
______________________________ ___________________________________
John W Hoscheid Edward Arnesen
County Auditor County Board Chair