February 24, 2026

The Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 24, 2026

in the ITV room at the Lake of the Woods School.

High School Social Studies teacher, Mr. Sam Longseth

Mr. Sam Longseth thanked the Commissioners for meeting at the School so his students could attend and participate in the meeting.

Call To Order

Chair Joe Grund called the meeting to order at 8:15 a.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited with the following members present: Commissioners: Jon Waibel, and Joe Grund. Joining by Teams: Ed Arnesen Key Largo, Florida. Also present was County Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson and Deputy Auditor-Treasurer Anna Sanchez. Absent: Commissioners: Cody Hasbargen, and Buck Nordlof. The Board introduced themselves to the students and which districts they represented.

Approval of Agenda

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the agenda with the following changes: Add: Medical Examiner Contract, City Law Enforcement Contract. Remove: Work Session moved to March 10, 2026 following the regular board meeting.

Approval of Minutes

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the minutes of February 10, 2026. 

Extension (4-H)

Northwest Regional Director Lisa Loegering and LOTW Extension Educator Emma Torgerson introduced themselves and reviewed programs available through Extension and 4-H.

Boat & Water Update

Sergeant Ben Duick gave a boat & water update and gave examples of times when a safe boat would be used on Lake of the Woods. Mr. Duick also gave an overview of his position working with the sheriff’s department.

Lake of the Woods Treatment Court

Treatment Court Coordinator Twyla Sondreal and Probation Supervisor Keegan Foss presented on the process and the purpose of the Lake of the Woods Treatment Court. They reviewed how the treatment courts can help lead people living with substance use out of the justice system and into lives of recovery and stability and discussed their experiences working with the program.

Arrowhead Library Systems

Mollie Stanford, Kelly Pelland, and Deb Perala reviewed programs available through Arrowhead Library Systems and events that will take place over the summer.

Historical Society

Historical Society Executive Director Sam Clement reviewed the progress of the museum renovation and new exhibits.

Public Works

Add to Agenda

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to add the following to the agenda: SAP 039-599-009 Bid Approval, Equipment Purchase, Culverts Purchase.

SAP 039-599-009 Bid Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the bid from KGM for SAP 039-599-009 in the amount of $777,821.43.

Equipment Purchase

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the purchase of an aluminum utility trailer in the amount of $3799.00.

Culverts Purchase

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the purchase of three culverts in the amount of $109,585.81.

Toward Zero Death

TZD Coordinator Sue Johnson, State Aid Engineer Brian Ketring, County Engineer Anthony Pirkl and Trooper Dan Berggren, met with the board and discussed the importance of safe driving and reviewed responsibilities of their positions.

Social Services

Jodi Ferrier introduced herself and gave an overview of the Social Services department.

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call  to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $1,960.76; Commissioners Warrants $2,207.04; Commissioners Warrants $7,211.40.

Auditor/Treasurer

County Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson introduced herself to the students and gave an overview of the Auditor/Treasurer department and services.

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $72,931.35; Road & Bridge $20,030.08; County Development $200.00; Natl Enhancement $30.50 Solid Waste $12,518.58.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION 

Warrants Approved On 2/24/2026 For Payment 2/27/2026

Vendor Name Amount

Bert’s Truck Equipment of Moorhead Inc 2,224.00 

CARRIFF Engineered Fabrics Corporation 2,315.14 

Clay County Sheriff 3,129.07 

Counties Providing Technology 4,583.00 

Larkin Hoffman Attorneys 16,340.00 

Marco Technologies LLC 2,560.69 

Motorola Solutions, Inc 13,614.91 

Northdale Oil Inc. 14,354.20 

Roseau Police Dept 5,000.00 

Rotochopper Inc. 2,041.72 

Trane US Inc 10,828.00 

U.S. Bank Equipment Finance 6,268.50 

William Alexander Johnson 3,421.98 

41 Payments less than 2000             19,029.30 

Final Total:             105,710.51 

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: February 11, 2026 for $7,472.39; February 18, 2026 for $179,845.74, February 20, 2026 ($2,862.75), February 20,2026 for $487,185.03.

Land & Water

Land & Water Director Josh Stromlund introduced himself to the students and gave an overview of the Land & Water department and services

Cooperative Agreement for SSTS Upgrade

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to authorize the Chairmen to sign the cooperative agreements for the utilization of the Lake of the Woods and Rainy Rapid Watersheds implementation funds to upgrade noncompliant septic systems.

Sheriff

Sheriff Gary Fish introduced himself to the students and gave an overview of the Sheriff’s department.

Joint Powers Agreement-Pine to Prairie

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the Pine to Prairie Joint Powers Agreement as presented and for Chair Joe Grund, Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson, and County Attorney Michelle Moren to sign the same.

Set Work Session

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously by roll call to set a work session for the Sheriff for March 10, 2026 following the regular board meeting.

Medical Examiner Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously by roll call to approve the medical examiner contract between Anoka County and Lake of the Woods County effective January 1, 2026 in the amount of $10,406.00

City of Baudette Law Enforcement Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the City of Baudette Law Enforcement contract effective January 1, 2026.

Pine to Prairie Task Force

Deputy Sheriff/Investigator Craig Severs provided a presentation on the Pine to Prairie Drug Task Force, which works with eight different counties, local law enforcement, conservation officers, the Paul Bunyan Task Force and others.

Prevention Coalition

Sandy Peterson and Doris Knutson gave a powerpoint presentation about the prevention program and the different groups of students they work with. They also answered questions from the students about different opioids and the use of Narcan.

Department of Corrections

District Supervisor Janelle Cheney, Probation Supervisor Jessica Sender, and Probation Supervisor Keegan Foss discussed different programs for rehabilitations through the Department of Corrections and the schooling required for a career path in this field. 

Recess

Chair Joe Grund called the meeting to recess and to reconvene March 10, 2026.

Attest: March 10, 2026

______________________________ _________________________________

County Auditor/Treasurer, Lorene Hanson Chair Joe Grund

February 10, 2026

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 10,2026 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

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

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the agenda with the following changes: Add: Fast Expert Witness Contract, Letter of Resignation, 2025 Employee Recognition, and Rex Hotel. Remove: Attorney 2026 Contract.

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 January 27,2026.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $7,934.79; Commissioners Warrants $2,100.95; Commissioners Warrants $19,831.98.

Child Support Cooperative Agreement

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the State of Minnesota-County Child Support Cooperative 2 year agreement effective January 1, 2026 and for Social Services Director Amy Ballard, Sheriff Gary Fish, and County Attorney Michelle Moren to sign the same.

Tri-Valley Rural Transportation Services Agreement

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof  and carried unanimously to approve the Tri-Vally Rural Transportation Services Agreement effective January 1, 2026 and for Social Services Director Amy Ballard to sign the same.

Letter of Resignation

Human Resources Director Savanna Slick informed the board that Christine Hultman has given a letter of resignation effective July 31, 2026.

Land & Water

Consideration of Interim Use Permit #26-011IU by Woodsmen Properties, LLC

Lot 5, Block 1, East Pine Creek, Section Twenty-nine (29), Township One hundred Sixty-eight (168) North, Range Thirty-four (34) West-Parcel ID# 02.51.01.050. Applicant is requesting an Interim Use Permit as required by Section 1106 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to operate a Short-Term Vacation Rental in a Residential Development (R1) Zoning District.

Motion 

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to approve the following IUP/Findings of Fact #26-011IU by Woodsmen Properties, LLC to operate a Short-Term Vacation Rental in a Residential Development (R1) Zoning District with the following conditions:

1. The interim use permit terminate five (5) years from the date of approval or upon sale or transfer of the property, whichever occurs first.
2. The maximum occupancy is limited to eight (8) individuals.
3. The established quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 a.m.
4. A valid Certificate of Compliance for the septic system is required.
5. No on-street parking is allowed.
6. If applicable, the applicant must meet the Minnesota Department of Health requirements.
7. As per the Winter Agreement, the septic system must receive Certificate of Compliance by July 31,2026.

WCA Letter

Land & Water Director Josh Stromlund reviewed a letter to counties named in legislation for the proposed changes to wetland rules regarding the 8 out 10 rule. It was the consensus of the board to move forward with sending the letter requesting support from these counties.

Topics for Work Session

Land & Water Director Josh Stromlund reviewed topics for the upcoming work session on March 24, 2026 with the DNR.

Informational Item-2025 Zoning Activities

Land & Water Director Josh Stromlund reviewed and informational item regarding 2025 Zoning Activities.

2025 Employee Recognition

Chair Joe Grund presented the 2025 Steven R. Sindelir Memorial Award for Excellence to Keith Grund.

Rex Hotel

Mayor Dylan Hancharyk, Elyce Jensen, and Shawn Ryan discussed the future of the Rex Hotel and requested a work session with County Commissioners. 

Set Work Session

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to appoint Commissioners Cody Hasbargen, and Buck Nordlof to have a work session with the City of Baudette regarding the Rex Hotel.

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 $45,850.84; Road & Bridge $30,389.21; Joint Ditch  $4,897.50; Solid Waste $36,266.17; EDA $1,564.28.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION 

Warrants Approved On 2/10/2026 For Payment 2/13/2026

Vendor Name Amount
Bolton & Menk, Inc 12,390.00 

Braun Intertec Corporation 12,058.40 

Farmers Union Oil company 3,029.17 

Integris LLC 4,480.14 

Law Offices of Patrick D. Moren 12,014.66 

Mar-Kit Landfill 17,499.60 

Mn Dept Of Transportation 10,228.48 

Northdale Oil Inc. 5,605.96 

Northern Light Region 6,596.61 

NW Mn Household Hazardous 6,272.00 

R & Q Trucking, Inc 4,176.00 

Verus LLC   2,388.00 

44 Payments less than 2000 22,228.98 

Final Total: 118,968.00 

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: January 28, 2026 for $125,611.94; February 4, 2026 for $77,594.87.

Fast Expert Witness Contract

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the Fast Expert Witness Contract as presented and for County Attorney Michelle Moren to sign the same.

Fair Board- JP Sweet

JP Sweet gave an update regarding the 2026 County Fair and requested approval for a fishing derby and raffle.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the request for the Fair Board to host a Fishing Derby and Raffle.

Public Works

Updates

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

Equipment Purchases

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to approve the following equipment purchases:

1. Bobcat $64,786.17
2. Titan Mower $34,000.00
3. ¾ Ton Ford Pickup $51,671.09

CDL Training

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl informed the board that Northwest Angle Heavy Equipment Operator Rick McKeever would like to obtain his CDL License for equipment operation and confirmed that CDL training is available for highway employees as approved previously.

Adjourn

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at  10:05 a.m.

Attest: February 27, 2026

________________________________             _________________________________

Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson Chair Joe Grund

February 11, 2025

The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Lake of the Woods County Government Center in the Commissioners’ Room.

CALL TO ORDER

Chair Jon Waibel 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 Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the agenda with changes: Add: Northwest Community Action.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of January 28, 2025.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $8,576.79; Commissioners Warrants $3,333.89; Commissioners Warrants $26,182.02.

Purchase of Service Agreement-Stellher Human Services, Inc.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the purchase of services agreement between Stellher Human Services, Inc. and Lake of the Woods County Social Services for child crisis response services.

Northwest Community Action-Headstart Discussion

Northwest Community Action Executive Director Sharon Millner discussed the decision to close the Headstart program in Lake of the Woods County. She explained that it is to adhere to federal grant guidelines and answered questions from the board. 

Land & Water

Consideration of Interim Use Permit #25-01IU by Andrew and Rachel Lundbohm 

Lot Two (2), Block Two (2) of Angle Outpost Acres in Section Twenty-six (26), Township One Hundred Sixty-eight (168) North, Range Thirty-four (34) West (Angle) – Parcel ID# 02.57.02.020. Applicant is requesting an Interim Use Permit as required by Section 1106 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to operate a short-term vacation rental in a Rural Residential Development Zoning District (R2). Lake of the Woods is a General Development Lake.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the following IUP/Findings of fact #25-01IU by Andrew and Rachel Lundbohm to operate a short-term vacation rental in a Rural Residential Development Zoning District (R2). Lake of the Woods is a General Development Lake.

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners

Short-Term Vacation Rental Findings of Fact and Decision

Name of Applicant:  Andrew & Rachel Lundbohm Date:  February 11, 2025

Location/Legal Description:  Lot Two (2), Block Two (2), Angle Outpost Acres Parcel Number:  02.57.02.020

Project Proposal:  Applicant is requesting an Interim Use Permit, as required by Section 401.B of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance, to operate a short-term vacation rental in a Residential Zoning District (R1).

1. Is the project proposal consistent with the Lake of the Woods County Comprehensive Land Use Plan? YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  Resort and recreational destination.
2. Is the project proposal consistent with maintaining the public health, safety, and welfare? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  Applicant has met the criteria based upon the submitted application.

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

4. Is the site in harmony with existing and proposed access to the property?     YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  Public road, Dawson Road.

5. Has the applicant adequately demonstrated how the traffic and parking are to be addressed? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  No change with traffic and parking will be on-site.

6. Has the applicant provided a map adequately depicting locations of property lines, well and septic system locations, accessory structures, parking areas, and shore recreational facilities? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  As per the submitted application.

7. Does the water test meet the Minnesota Department of Health drinking water standards? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  The water test results are part of the submitted application.

8. Has the applicant identified the maximum number of occupants? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  The application states a maximum of four (4) people. 

9. Is the current SSTS compliant by evidence of a Certificate of Compliance and is the SSTS adequate to accommodate the identified maximum occupancy? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  The septic system has a valid Certificate of Compliance and is sized for a 2-bedroom dwelling.

10. Has the applicant established quiet hours? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  The established quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

11. Has the applicant provided a floor plan which includes the number of bedrooms and all other sleeping accommodations? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  See submitted application.

12. Has the applicant provided an evacuation plan/fire safety protocol and have identified the locations of smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms and fire extinguishers? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  See submitted application.

13. Has the applicant identified a local person and their contact information? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  See submitted application.

14. If signage is associated with the project proposal, has the applicant demonstrated the need for the number and size requested, and minimized the visual appearance as viewed from adjacent properties to the extent possible?   YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Explain?  No signage has been requested.

15. Is fencing and/or screening needed to buffer the project proposal from adjacent properties? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Explain?  No need for fencing and/or screening.

The answers to the questions above, together with the facts supporting the answers and those other facts that exist in the record, are hereby certified to be the Findings of the County Board of Commissioners.

The specific reasons for denial or conditions of approval are as follows:

1. The interim use permit terminates five (5) years from the date of approval or upon sale or transfer of the property, whichever occurs first.
2. The maximum occupancy is limited to four (4) individuals.
3. The established quiet hours are from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am.
4. A valid Certificate of Compliance for the septic system is required.
5. No on-street parking is allowed.
6. If applicable, the applicant must meet the Minnesota Department of Health requirements.

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

February 11, 2025 _____________________________________

Date Jon Waibel Chair, County Board

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

Consideration of Conditional Use Permit Application #25-01CU by Rob Kasella (Brent Fredrickson Agent)

A tract in Government Lot Three (3), Section Seventeen (17), Township One Hundred Sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West – Parcel ID# 19.17.24.030 (For Reference Only). Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by Section 401.B of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to allow a commercial use consisting of a private winter ice fishing access road to Lake of the Woods in a Residential Development Zoning District (R1). Lake of the Woods is a General Development Lake.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the following CUP/Findings of Fact #25-01CU by Rob Kasella (Brent Fredrickson Agent) to allow a commercial use consisting of a private winter ice fishing access road to Lake of the Woods in a Residential Development Zoning District (R1). Lake of the Woods is a General Development Lake.

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners

Findings of Fact and Decision

Name of Applicant:  Robert Kasella Date:  February 11, 2025

Location/Legal Description:  A tract in Government Lot Three (3), Section Seventeen (17), Township One Hundred Sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West – Parcel ID# 19.17.24.030 (For Reference Only).

Project Proposal:  Applicant is requesting a Conditional Use Permit as required by Section 401.B of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to allow a commercial use consisting of a private winter ice fishing access road to Lake of the Woods in a Residential Development Zoning District (R1).

1. Is the project proposal consistent with the Lake of the Woods County Comprehensive Land Use Plan? YES (X) NO (  )  N/A (  ) Why or why not?  Lake access.
2. Is the project proposal consistent with maintaining the public health, safety, and welfare? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
3. Is the project proposal consistent with the goal of preventing and controlling water pollution, including sedimentation and nutrient loading?                        YES (  ) NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
4. Will the project proposal not adversely affect the site’s existing topography, drainage features, and vegetative cover?                                            YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Why or why not?  No change.
5. Is the project proposal’s site location reasonable in relation to any floodplain and/or floodway of rivers or tributaries? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
6. Has the erosion potential of the site based upon the degree and direction of slope, soil type and existing vegetative cover been adequately addressed for the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
7. Is the site in harmony with existing and proposed access roads?     YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Why or why not?  Graceton Beach Road.
8. Is the project proposal compatible with adjacent land uses? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Why or why not?  Lake access.
9. Does the project proposal have a reasonable need to be in a shoreland location? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  ) Why or why not?  Lake access.
10. Is the amount of liquid waste to be generated reasonable and the proposed sewage disposal system adequate to accommodate the project proposal? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
11. Will the visibility of structures and other facilities as viewed from public waters comply with Section 901 of the Zoning Ordinance?         YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
12. Is the site adequate for water supply and on-site sewage treatment systems? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
13. Are the affected public waters suited to and able to safely accommodate the types, uses, and numbers of watercraft that the project proposal will generate? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
14. If the project proposal includes above ground or below ground storage tanks for petroleum or other hazardous material that is subject to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requirements, has a permit been sought? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
15. Will there be fencing and/or other screening provided to buffer the project proposal from adjacent properties? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
16. If signage is associated with the project proposal, has the applicant demonstrated the need for the number and size requested, and minimized the visual appearance as viewed from adjacent properties to the extent possible?  YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________
17. If the project proposal will generate additional traffic to or from the site, has the applicant adequately demonstrated how the additional traffic and parking is to be addressed? YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X) Why or why not? ___________________________________________________________________________

The answers to the questions above, together with the facts supporting the answers and those other facts that exist in the record, are hereby certified to be the Findings of the County Board of Commissioners.

The specific reasons for denial or conditions of approval are as follows: 

1. The Conditional Use Permit expires upon sale or transfer of the property, except if sold or transferred to the designated agent, as identified in application #25-01CU.
2. No parking or storage of vehicles, ice fishing equipment, or any other related items pertaining to the project proposal shall occur on the property.
3. A single four (4) foot x eight (8) foot sign is allowed, and it must state that this is a private road only. It is not for public access. The sign shall be seasonal and is allowed to be placed on the property from December 1 – April 30.
4. No parking or storage is allowed on County Road 4.
5. Must be in compliance with the Lake of the Woods County Solid Waste Ordinance.

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

    February 11, 2025 _____________________________________

Date Jon Waibel Chair, County Board

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

Department of Natural Resources

Peatland Project Director Meredith Cornett reviewed the winter road peatland scientific and natural areas. 

Public Works

LCCMR Letter of Support

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the letter of support for the DNR and the LCCMR Lake of the Woods Southern Shore Barrier Island Erosion Investigation Phase II Grant.

Credit Card Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve a credit card for Corey Olson in the amount of $1500.00, the standard amount for Lake of the Woods County.

Semi-Truck Purchase Approval

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the purchase of a 2018 Freightliner Semi-truck in the amount of $55,000.00.

Updates

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl gave an update on various projects.

Legislative Update

Commissioner Ed Arnesen gave a legislative update regarding the Williams school building and discussion with lobbyists.

NWA Edgeriders Trails

Commissioner Ed Arnesen discussed the NWA Edgeriders Trails and possible timber sales with the DNR.

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 $97,662.35; Road & Bridge $20,772.46; Joint Ditch $465.00; Solid Waste $34,128.30.

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 2/11/2025 For Payment 2/14/2025

Vendor Name Amount

Auto Value Baudette 4,238.94 

Co-Op Services, Inc. 12,188.82 

Farmers Union Oil company 2,552.14 

Law Offices Of Patrick D. Moren 12,338.66 

LOW Highway Dept 2,230.00 

LOW Soil & Water Cons. Dist. 71,369.00 

Northdale Oil Inc. 11,947.68 

Nw Mn Household Hazardous   6,978.50 

R & Q Trucking, Inc 4,872.00 

47 Payments less than 2000 24,312.37

Final Total: 153,028.11

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: February 5,2025 for $69,186.78.

Gambling Permit

Resolution

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

RESOLUTION APPROVING 

LAWFUL GAMBLING ACTIVITY AND PREMISES PERMIT APPLICATION RESOLUTION NO. 25-02-01

WHEREAS; the Baudette Fire Department Relief Association 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:

Bugsy’s on Bostic 3984 County Road 8 NW Baudette, MN 56623

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.

Adjourn

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 10:45 a.m.

Attest: February 25, 2025

________________________________             _________________________________

Auditor/Treasurer Lorene Hanson Chair Jon Waibel

February 13, 2024

 The Lake of The Woods County Board of Commissioners met in regular session on Tuesday, February 13, 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: Ed Arnesen, Cody Hasbargen, Jon Waibel, Buck Nordlof, and Joe Grund. Also Present was Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson. 

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously approve the agenda with the following changes: Add: Splashpad, Purchase of PUP trailers, replacement of furnaces in highway shop, Crack Seal Agreement, and Transfer of Green Tahoe. Remove: JDAI

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the official minutes of January 23, 2024.

SOCIAL SERVICES

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the following claims: Commissioners Warrants $1,905.75; Commissioners Warrants $23,002.68; Commissioners Warrants $43,659.53.

Add to Agenda

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to add Daycare Fire Alarms at Lake of the Woods School to the agenda.

Daycare Fire Alarms at Lake of the Woods School

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to assist in the purchase of a new fire alarm system in the daycare at Lake of the Woods School up to the amount of the remaining balance.

Approval of Phone Stipend

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve a cell phone stipend for Aspen Thompson in the amount of $60.00 effective March 2024.

Auditor/Treasurer

Claims

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the claims against the County as follows: Revenue $299,484.23; Road & Bridge $203,320.60; County Development $1,000.00; Joint Ditch $12,030.00; Solid Waste $63,482.41; EDA $1,282.50. 

WARRANTS FOR PUBLICATION

Warrants Approved On 2/13/2024 For Payment 2/16/2024

Vendor Name Amount

Acme Tools 2,933.86

American Solutions For Business 2,073.78

Arnesen/Ed 2,941.83

Bert’s Truck Equipment Of Moorhead Inc 141,953.00

Cenex Co-Op Services, Inc. 20,986.47

Clay County Sheriff 4,973.62

Compass Minerals America 10,017.20

Counties Providing Technology 4,327.00

Deputy Registrar No. 75 8,355.64

Election Systems & Software, Inc 5,746.81

Farmers Union Oil company 2,432.37

Freeberg & Grund, Inc 5,646.63

Howard’s Oil Company 5,857.48

Information Systems Corporation 10,935.00

Integris LLC 2,403.26

Interstate Billing Service Inc 12,558.69

Larkin Hoffman Attorneys 11,042.50

LOW Highway Dept 18,376.19

LOW Soil & Water Cons. Dist. 124,661.00

Mar-Kit Landfill 13,574.00

Moren/Law Offices Of Patrick D 9,065.73

Nw Mn Household Hazardous 5,311.00

Pennington County Sheriff Office 17,034.56

Pomp’s Tire Service, Inc. 11,547.44

Roseau Police Dept 5,000.00

Sandpieper Design Inc. 2,920.00

Schneider Geospatial, LLC 11,700.00

SeaChange Print Innovations 12,908.79

SHI International Corp 45,391.06

Verus Corporation 2,375.00

Ziegler, Inc 5,657.05

74 Payments less than 2000 39,892.78

Final Total: 580,599.74

Further moved to authorize the payment of the following auditor warrants: January 24, 2024 for $140,114.12; January 31, 2024 for $50,785.45; January 31, 2024 $333.36; February 7, 2024 for $80,055.61; February 6, 2024 for $262,280.59; February 6, 2024 for ($34.00).

Transfer of Funds

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the temporary transfer of funds from general revenue to CARA grant funds to offset a negative balance.

Approval of Voyageurs Quote

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the quote from Voyageurs Comtronics Corporation in the amount of $74,450.00 for County TV transmitters to be paid for out of ARPA funds.

Appointment of 2024 Election Judges, UOCAVA & Absentee Ballot Boards and Hourly Pay

County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson met with the County Board to approve election judges, to set up UOCAVA and Absentee Ballot Boards, for the appointment of the Canvassing Board and to request a pay increase for the election judges; all for the 2024 primary and general elections.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously  to approve the following election judges for the 2024 Presidential Primary (March 5, 2024), State Primary (August 13, 2024) and the General (November 5, 2024) Elections:  Christie Russell, Sandy Peterson, Judy Johnson, Shelley Pepera, Rita Krause, Margie Sporlein, Dale Boretski, Dawn Christianson, John Carroll, Dena Pieper, Alisa Jacobsen, Heather Larson, Barb Larson, Beverly Becklund, Jo Aery, Roy Sandstrom, Mary Jo Otten, Jaime Boretski-LaValla, Mike Rasmussen, Marti Carlson, Jon Hanson, Lester Boomgaarden, Connie Nesmith, Anna Sanchez, Chelsea Anderson, Rita Hasbargen, Erik Tange and Lorene Hanson.  

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to approve the hourly pay for election judges as follows:  head election judges at $21.00 per hour and election judges at $20.00 per hour, effective with the 2024 elections.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to appoint the following Election Judges to the UOCAVA Board for the 2024 Presidential Primary, State Primary and General Elections:  Christie Russell, Rita Hasbargen, Anna Sanchez, Connie Nesmith, Chelsea Anderson, Erik Tange and Lorene Hanson.    

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to appoint the following Election Judges to the Absentee Ballot Board for the 2024 Presidential Primary, State Primary and General Elections:  Christie Russell, Lester Boomgaarden, Dale Boretski, Rita Hasbargen, Anna Sanchez, Connie Nesmith, Chelsea Anderson, Erik Tange and Lorene Hanson.    

Appointment to Canvassing Board

County Auditor-Treasurer Lorene Hanson met with the County Board to request approval to appoint two Commissioners to the 2024 Canvassing Board.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to appoint Commissioners Joe Grund and Buck Nordlof to the Canvassing Board for the 2024 Presidential Primary, State Primary and General Elections. 

Lake of the Woods Prevention Coalition

Letter of Support

Sandy Peterson and Doris Knutson came to the board to request a letter of support for the Strategic Prevention Framework Partnerships for Success (SPFPFS) Grant to continue the work they do by adding in mental health support.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to draft a letter in support of the SPFPFS grant and for Chair Cody Hasbargen to sign the same.

Human Resources

Permission to Hire Part-time Dispatch

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the request to hire Harley Poppitz as part-time dispatch at grade 11, step 1, $22.89 per hour at 253 points effective February 12, 2024.

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 maintenance on March 12, 2024 following the regular board meeting.

Public Works

Approval of SAP 039-599-004

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to accept the bid for project SAP 039-599-004 from Korby Construction in the amount of $513,253.65.

Resolution to Accept Bridge Funds

Resolution

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

RESOLUTION

For Agreement to State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant Agreement Grant Terms and Conditions SAP 039-599-004

Resolution No. 2024-02-01

WHEREAS, Lake of the Woods County has applied to the Commissioner of Transportation for a grant from the Minnesota State Transportation Fund related to Bridge No. 39530; and

WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Transportation has given notice that funding for this project is available; and

WHEREAS, the amount of the grant has been determined to be $187,175.36 by reason of the lowest responsible bid;

NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that Lake of the Woods County does hereby agree to the terms and conditions of the grant consistent with Minnesota Statutes, section 174.50, and will pay any additional amount by which the cost exceeds the estimate, and will return to the Minnesota State Transportation Fund any amount appropriated for the project but not required. The proper county officers are authorized to execute a grant agreement and any amendments thereto with the Commissioner of Transportation concerning the above-referenced grant.

Approval of SAP 039-559-005

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to accept the bid for project SAP 039-559-005 from Korby Construction in the amount of $515,915.41.

Resolution to Accept Bridge Funds

Resolution

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

RESOLUTION

For Agreement to State Transportation Fund Local Bridge Replacement Program Grant Agreement Grant Terms and Conditions SAP 039-599-005

Resolution No. 2024-02-02

WHEREAS, Lake of the Woods County has applied to the Commissioner of Transportation for a grant from the Minnesota State Transportation Fund related to Bridge No. 39531; and

WHEREAS, the Commissioner of Transportation has given notice that funding for this project is available; and

WHEREAS, the amount of the grant has been determined to be $505,915.41 by reason of the lowest responsible bid;

NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that Lake of the Woods County does hereby agree to the terms and conditions of the grant consistent with Minnesota Statutes, section 174.50, and will pay any additional amount by which the cost exceeds the estimate, and will return to the Minnesota State Transportation Fund any amount appropriated for the project but not required. The proper county officers are authorized to execute a grant agreement and any amendments thereto with the Commissioner of Transportation concerning the above-referenced grant.

Approval of Bid SAP 039-598-072

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to accept the bid from Olson Construction from Thief River Falls, MN in the amount of 156,045.00

Extended Warranty on 210 G Excavator

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the purchase of an extended warranty for a 210 G Excavator up to 4,000 hours or the year 2028 in the amount of $5,194.80.

Purchase of Aluminum Box Culverts for Bridge Replacements

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the purchase of two aluminum box culverts in the total amount of $30,000.00 with $14,000.00 to be paid out of JD 24 funds.

Purchase of Belly Dump and PUP trailers

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the purchase of belly dump in the amount of $46,500.00 and two PUP trailers in the amount of $21,700.00.

Replacement of Furnaces in Highway Shop

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the purchase of three furnances from Rainy River Refrigeration in the amount of $18,990.00

Crack Sealing Agreement

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to approve the crack sealing project in the amount of $66,963.00.

Transfer of Green Tahoe

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to move the Green Tahoe from the Assessor’s office to the Landfill.

Updates

County Engineer Anthony Pirkl gave an update on the NWA post office and discussed options for land recently purchased and a possible gravel pit location south of Williams.

Sheriff

Boat & Water Grant

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to approve the 2024 Federal Boating Safety Supplemental Equipment Grant in the amount of $3,950.00.

Land & Water

Consideration of Interim Use Permit #24-02IU by Walleye Empire, LLC

A parcel of land lying in the Southwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter (SW1/4SW1/4), Section Twenty-five (25), Township One-hundred Sixty-two (162) North, Range Thirty-two (32) West – Parcel ID#19.25.33.022. Applicant is requesting an Interim Use Permit as required by Section 1106 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance to operate a short-term vacation rental in a Residential Development Zoning District (R1).

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Ed Arnesen and carried unanimously to approve the following Interim Use Permit/Findings of Fact #24-02IU by Walleye Emipre, LLC to operate a short-term vacation rental in a Residential Development Zoning District (R1) with the following Conditions:

1. The interim use permit terminates five (5) years from the date of approval or upon sale or transfer of the property, whichever occurs first.
2. As per the Winter Agreement, a septic system design or a compliance inspection of the existing system is to be submitted to the Land & Water Planning Office by July 31, 2024.
3. The maximum occupancy is limited to three (3) individuals as per the submitted application and then may be increased to nine (9) individuals upon completion of one of the following actions:

1. A certificate of Compliance is issued for a new SSTS. The SSTS design will determine the maximum occupancy allowed.
2. The dwelling is connected to the Wheeler’s Point Sanitary District,
3. The current septic system is to be abandoned and replaced with a or b above, by December 31,2025.

4. The established quiet hours are from 10:30p.m. to 6:30a.m. as per the submitted application.
5. Parking along State Highway 172 Northwest is prohibited.
6. If applicable, the applicant must meet the Minnesota Department of Health requirements.

Lake of the Woods County Board of Commissioners

Short-Term Vacation Rental Findings of Fact and Decision

Name of Applicant:  Walleye Empire, LLC Date:  February 13, 2024

Location/Legal Description:  See Attached Parcel Number:  19.25.33.022

Project Proposal:  Applicant is requesting an Interim Use Permit, as required by Section 1106 of the Lake of the Woods County Zoning Ordinance, to operate a short-term vacation rental in a Residential (R1) Zoning District.

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

Explain?  The project is located within the Growth Corridor, which is between Highway 172 and the Rainy River.

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

YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain?  Applicant has met the criteria based upon the submitted application and the septic system will be addressed when conditions allow. 

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

Explain?  This type of use is allowable, with appropriate conditions, in a Residential Zoning District (R1).

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

Explain?  The property has a private driveway which is accessed from State Highway 172 Northwest.

5. Has the applicant adequately demonstrated how the traffic and parking are to be addressed? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain?  Applicant indicates parking on site as per the submitted application. No on street parking is to be allowed.

6. Has the applicant provided a map adequately depicting locations of property lines, well and septic system locations, accessory structures, parking areas, and shore recreational facilities?

YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain?  As per the submitted application.

7. Does the water test meet the Minnesota Department of Health drinking water standards? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain?  The water test results are part of the submitted application.

8. Has the applicant identified the maximum number of occupants? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain?  The application states a maximum of three (3) people. However, the applicant verbally indicated a maximum of nine (9) during the Planning Commission meeting. The maximum number of occupants is to be addressed in the conditions below.

9. Is the current SSTS compliant by evidence of a Certificate of Compliance and is the SSTS adequate to accommodate the identified maximum occupancy? YES (  )  NO (X)  N/A (  )

Explain?  Due to the time of year, the applicant has signed a Winter Agreement. The status of the current septic system is to be determined by July 31, 2024, as per the Winter Agreement. The septic system is to be addressed in the conditions below.

10. Has the applicant established quiet hours? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain? As per the submitted application, the quiet hours to be from 10:30 pm to 6:30 am.

11. Has the applicant provided a floor plan which includes the number of bedrooms and all other sleeping accommodations? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain?  See submitted application.

12. Has the applicant provided an evacuation plan/fire safety protocol and have identified the locations of smoke and Carbon Monoxide alarms and fire extinguishers? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain?  See submitted application.

13. Has the applicant identified a local person and their contact information? YES (X)  NO (  )  N/A (  )

Explain?  See submitted application.

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

YES (  )  NO (  )  N/A (X)

Explain?  No signage is proposed as per the submitted application.

15. Is fencing and/or screening needed to buffer the project proposal from adjacent properties?

YES (  )  NO (X)  N/A (  )

Explain?  An adequate vegetative buffer already exists.

The answers to the questions above, together with the facts supporting the answers and those other facts that exist in the record, are hereby certified to be the Findings of the County Board of Commissioners.

The specific reasons for denial or conditions of approval are as follows:

1. The interim use permit terminates five (5) years from the date of approval or upon sale or transfer of the property, whichever occurs first.

2. As per the Winter Agreement, a septic system design or a compliance inspection of the existing system is to be submitted to the Land and Water Planning Office by July 31, 2024.

3. The maximum occupancy is limited to three (3) individuals as per the submitted application and then may be increased to nine (9) individuals upon completion of one the following actions:
   1. A Certificate of Compliance is issued for a new SSTS. The SSTS design will determine the maximum occupancy allowed.
   2. The dwelling is connected to the Wheeler’s Point Sanitary District.
   3. The current septic system is to be abandoned and replaced with a or b above, by December 31, 2025.

4. The established quiet hours are from 10:30 pm to 6:30 am as per the submitted application.

5. Parking along State Highway 172 Northwest is prohibited.

6. If applicable, the applicant must meet the Minnesota Department of Health requirements.

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

February 13, 2024 _____________________________________

Date Cody Hasbargen

        Chair, County Board

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

FY2024 State of Minnesota Board of Water and Soil Resources Watershed Based Implementation Funding Grant Agreement

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Joe Grund, seconded by Commissioner Jon Waibel and carried unanimously to agree to implement the Grant Agreement in accordance with the BWSR policy.

Splashpad

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Cody Hasbargen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to conditionally give $35,000.00 to the splashpad committee pending DNR Grant approval.

CLOSED SESSION

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Ed Arnesen, seconded by Commissioner Buck Nordlof and carried unanimously to close the regular meeting and open the closed session for Union Negotiation pursuant to MN Statute 13D.03, Sub 1(b).

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.

Union Negotiations

The board discussed the matter of a holiday pay grievance.

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Jon Waibel, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to move forward with the mediation process over the request of holiday pay by the non-licensed LELS.

Adjourn

Motion

Motion was made by Commissioner Buck Nordlof, seconded by Commissioner Joe Grund and carried unanimously to adjourn the meeting at 11:15 a.m.

Attest: February 27, 2024

______________________________ _________________________________

County Auditor/Treasurer, Lorene Hanson Chair Cody Hasbargen

AGENDA

Tuesday, February 13, 2024

TIME TAB

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

Approval of Agenda

Approve Minutes of January 23, 2024

9:05 a.m. #2 Social Services

• Claims
• Cell Phone Stipend

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

• Claims
• Transfer of Funds
• Approval of Voyageurs Quote
• Motion to Appoint Election Judges & Wages

9:15 a.m. #4 LOTW Prevention Coalition

• Letter of Support

9:25 a.m. #6 Human Resources

• Permission to Hire PT Dispatch
• Set Work Session

9:30 a.m. #7 Public Works

• Updates
• Approval of Bid SAP 039-599-004
• Approval of Bid SAP 039-599-005
• Resolution to Accept Bridge Funds
• Approval of Bid SAP 039-598-072
• Resolution to Accept Bridge Funds
• Permission to Bid SAP 039-635-012
• Extended Warranty on 210 G Excavator
• Purchase of Aluminum Box Culverts for Bridge Replacements
• Purchase of Belly Dump

9:45 a.m. #8 Boat & Water Grant

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

• IUP #21-02IU-Walleye Empire, LLC
• FY2024 State of MN. Board of Water & Soil Resources Watershed Based Implementation Funding Grant Agreement

10:10 a.m. #10 Juvenile Detention Alternatives Initiative (JDAI)

10:30 a.m. #11 Closed Session

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

11:00 a.m. #12 Adjourn

Old/New Business

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

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