OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
MARSHALL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
December 18, 2012, 9:00 A.M.
Marshall County Boardroom
The Pledge of Allegiance was given.
Chairman Carlson called the meeting to order with the following present: Commissioners Sharon Bring, Curtis Carlson, Gary Kiesow, Kenneth Borowicz, Curtis Carlson, LeRoy Vonasek, Auditor-Treasurer Scott Peters, and Recording Secretary Domita Taus.
Cam Fanfulik and Troy Schroeder from the Northwest Regional Development Commission addressed the Board for Open Forum. Mr. Fanfulik presented the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Resolution for Board approval.
RESOLUTION 12-18-01
WHEREAS, The seven counties of Northwest Regional Development Commission have been designated as an Economic Development by the Federal Economic Development Administration; and
WHEREAS, Marshall County has actively participated in that Economic Development District; and
WHEREAS, It is a requirement of the Economic Development Administration that the counties in the District approve the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) each year in order for the Region to retain this status and the benefits which are available to a district as a result of this statue.
WHEREAS, Marshall County Commissioners have reviewed the 2013 Update of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and agree with the development strategies set forth in that Program.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, That Marshall County adopt the 2013 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) as an expression of the preferred approach to economic development in the district.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That Marshall County will continue to participate in the ongoing planning and development process represented by the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS). M/S/C – Kiesow, Bring
County Recorder Beverly Lydeen addressed the Board to discuss costs to charge on a large request for recording information on mortgages from 2000 to the present. Ms. Lydeen has researched what other counties are doing and their fees. It was decided to keep the rate the same at $1.00 per page. Ms. Lydeen also reported on the robust year for land sales and how that has affected her office for work load and increased income.
The December 18, 2012 meeting agenda was approved with additions. M/S/C – Borowicz, Vonasek
The Board approved the Minutes from the December 6, 2012 meeting and the Truth In Taxation meeting with corrections. M/S/C – Borowicz, Vonasek
Social Services Director Chris Kujava addressed the Board on the following areas.
General Business
Mr. Kujava reviewed the County Human Service Cost Report for 2011.
Policy
The Board reviewed the Social Services Internet and Email Policy.
Licensing and Contracts
Approval was given to the DEED Joint Powers Contract. M/S/C – Kiesow, Vonasek
The Health Care Access Plan received Board approval. M/S/C – Vonasek, Bring
Board approval was given to the Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. – Senior Companion and Valley Housekeeping. M/S/C – Borowicz, Kiesow
The Tri-Valley Opportunity Council, Inc. – Rural Transportation Collaborative received Board approval. M/S/C – Bring, Kiesow
Authorizations
Case Activity, Bills, and Director Actions received Board Approval. M/S/C – Bring, Borowicz
JD 25-1 Landowners Loren Zutz, Rick Bergeron, Larry Rud, Wally Deidrich, and Jim Stengrim, addressed the Board to discuss issues regarding the recent redetermination of benefits process, cooperation and willingness to work with JD-25-1 Landowners. The Board is going to ask the MST Watershed to come to the next meeting to discuss this issue.
County Highway Engineer Lon Aune addressed the Board.
Mr. Aune updated the Board on the CR #5 pipe project, City of Argyle projects, and Engineer vacation.
RESOLUTION 12-18-02
WHEREAS, Department Administrators within the County Government of Marshall County have presented proposed budgets to the County Board for 2013, and
WHEREAS, said proposed budgets have been reviewed by the County Board and amended to a final budget amount for the following funds:
Revenue $5,508,336
Road & Bridge $9,824,315
Social Services $3,513,568
TOTAL $18,846,219
This provides for a Tax Levy for taxes to be collected in 2013 in the amount of $5,001,009.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the budget for 2013 is hereby approved for the tax levy amounts as follows:
Revenue Fund $3,316,926
Road & Bridge Fund $975,000
Social Services Fund $1,265,789
TOTAL $5,557,715
Less State Paid Aids $306,656
NET LEVY $5,251,059
M/S/C – Bring, Kiesow
RESOLUTION 12-18-03
BE IT RESOLVED, that after review of the following bills, authorization for payment of the same in the following total amounts, are hereby approved, with a detailed listing kept on file at the Auditor’s office.
Auditor bills:
November 27, 2012 $38,341.85
November 27, 2012 $2,340,859.59
November 30, 2012 $85,363.14
December 6, 2012 $43,706.46
December 13, 2012 $38,145.49
December 14, 2012 $82,197.55
Total $2,628,614.08
Commissioner bills: $132,290.65
M/S/C – Borowicz, Bring
RESOLUTION 12-18-04 Approval of Per Diems
PER DIEMS
Sharon Bring $120.00
Kenneth Borowicz $240.00
Curtis Carlson $120.00
Gary Kiesow $240.00
LeRoy Vonasek $240.00
Domita Taus $60.00
TOTALS $1020.00
M/S/C – Bring, Borowicz
The Board authorized the Auditor-Treasurer to advertise for the vacant West Marshall County Veteran Service Position. M/S/C – Borowicz, Bring
Commissioner Meeting/Report
Bring Transportation Advisory, MarKit, Wright Township, Prairie Grains
Carlson MarKit, Northwest Mental Health Center
Kiesow Joint Powers Natural Resources, Grygla City Council
Vonasek Northwest Mental Health Center, MST Watershed, MarKit, Tri-Valley Opportunity Council
The Board approved the following year-end appropriations as follows:
Spruce Valley Community Center $500.00
Viking Fire Department $2,000.00
Gatzke Senior Citizens $500.00
Grygla Senior Citizens $750.00
Warren Fire Department $1,500.00
Marshall Mounted County Posse $2,500.00
Argyle Area Food Shelf $750.00
M/S/C – Bring, Kiesow
Auditor-Treasurer Scott Peters provided the following items for his report:
1. Veteran Service Grant Consideration
2. Heartland Tourism Annual Report
3. Financial Report
4. MCIT Board opening
5. Enbridge update
6. Delinquent Mobile Home Personal Property Year-end update
7. Emergency Management update
RESOLUTION 12-18-05
BE IT RESOLVED by Marshall County, that the County enter into the attached Grant Contract with the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs (MDVA) to conduct the following Program: County Veterans Community Outreach Grant Program. This grant must be used for community outreach as defined in Minn. Stat. §197.608 and should not be used to supplant or replace other funding.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by Marshall County that Wayne Kilen, the Marshall County Veterans Service Officer, be authorized to execute the attached Grant Contract for the above-mentioned Program on behalf of the County.
WHEREUPON the above resolution was adopted at a regular meeting of the Marshall County Board this 18th day of December, 2012. M/S/C – Borowicz, Vonasek
The Board and Auditor-Treasurer thanked Commissioner Carlson for his years of service as Marshall County Commissioner
The meeting was adjourned at 1:00 p.m. by Chairperson Carlson.
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CHAIRPERSON,
MARSHALL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST: ______
MARSHALL COUNTY AUDITOR-TREASURER
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
MARSHALL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Truth in Taxation
December 6, 2012 6:00 P.M.
Marshall County Boardroom
Commissioner Carlson called the meeting to order with Commissioners Sharon Bring, Gary Kiesow, Curtis Carlson, LeRoy Vonasek, Commissioner-elect Rolland Miller, Auditor-Treasurer Scott Peters, County Assessor Russ Steer, County Engineer Lon Aune, and Recording Secretary Domita Taus present.
Mr. Peters explained the budget and levy process and provided various documents for review.
Peggy Omdahl from West Valley Township addressed the Board regarding the increase in her taxes in Section 25 of Comstock Township. Ms. Omdahl stated that the land is classified as ag land but it is CRP and restored wetland. Mr. Steer responded that they will research this property.
The Board adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
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CHAIRPERSON,
MARSHALL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST: ______
MARSHALL COUNTY AUDITOR-TREASURER
OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS
MARSHALL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
December 6, 2012 9:00 A.M.
Marshall County Boardroom
Commissioner Carlson called the meeting to order with Commissioners Sharon Bring, Ken Borowicz, Gary Kiesow, Curtis Carlson, LeRoy Vonasek, Commissioner-elect Rolland Miller, Auditor-Treasurer Scott Peters and Recording Secretary Domita Taus present.
The Board approved the December 6, 2012 meeting agenda with additions. M/S/C – Kiesow, Borowicz
The Board approved the November 20, 2012 regular meeting minutes with corrections. M/S/C – Vonasek, Bring
The following Commissioner/Committee reports were shared.
Commissioner Meeting/Report
Bring MRCC, Extension, AMC, AMC Extension
Borowicz AMC, Water Resource Advisory Committee, Extension
Carlson Emergency Management/Solid Waste Interview
Kiesow Water Resource Advisory Committee, Joint Powers Natural Resource, NWRDC, MRCC, AMC
Vonasek Emergency Management/Solid Waste Interview
RESOLUTION 12-06-01
BE IT RESOLVED, the Marshall County Board of Commissioners have hereby set the salary for Commissioners for 2013 to be $ 22,765.00 and per diems at $60.00 per meeting. M/S/C – Borowicz, Kiesow
Public Health Director Gail Larson addressed the Board to provide a bimonthly update. Ms. Larson introduced Ashley King, the CEO of North Valley Health to the Board. Topics discussed included the Community Assessment Survey and Process, Back Pack Program, Protection against Infectious Diseases and Environmental Hazards, and Assuring the Quality and Accessibility of Health Services.
Maria Pahlen, DWI Court Coordinator from the 9th District Court, addressed the Board to discuss the formation of a DWI Court in Marshall County. Those present for this discussion included Terry Bayne, DWI Probation Agent and Marshall County Sheriff John Novacek.
RESOLUTION 12-06-02
BE IT RESOLVED That the Marshall County Board of Commissioners hereby approve Marshall County offering a DWI Court for individuals who meet the eligibility requirements. M/S/C – Borowicz, Bring
The Board discussed the Emergency Management/Solid Waste Position. The Board approved offering the position of Emergency Manager to Josh Johnston at C43, Step 8 and to allow accrual of vacation at 5 hours per pay period. Duties of the position will include Solid Waste and the County Safety Program. M/S/C – Borowicz, Vonasek
Highway Engineer Lon Aune addressed the Board.
Mr. Aune discussed several repair projects.
The Board authorized the Highway Department to repair a timber bridge over County Ditch 20 on County Road 155 in section 25 of Espelie Township. M/S/C – Kiesow, Vonasek
RESOLUTION 12-06-03
WHEREAS, the following quotes were received for the purchase of one (1) Chevrolet Equinox from Dahlstrom Motors:
2013 Chevrolet Equinox...... $24,645.00
AND WHEREAS, the quote of Dahlstrom Motors for $24,645.00 has been determined to be the best quote.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that the quote of Dahlstrom Motors be accepted for furnishing one (1) 2013 Chevrolet Equinox and the County Highway Engineer be authorized to purchase one (1)2013 Chevrolet Equinox for $24,645.00. M/S/C – Vonasek, Borowicz
Mr. Aune discussed a beaver issue on County Ditch #22, County Road Safety plans, and a tour of damaged roads.
Auditor-Treasurer Peters presented the following in his report:
1. Ditch Report through November
2. Set County Board 2013 Salary/Per Diems
3. TNT Discussion
4. The Mail System Contract from Pitney Bowes was approved for 5 years. M/S/C – Kiesow, Bring
5. Marshall Polk Water System Board Appointment
6. 2013 Salary Charts
7. Review Out-of-State Travel Policy
8. AMC Conference information
The Board reappointed Roger Hille to a three year term on the Marshall County Board of Adjustment. M/S/C – Borowicz, Vonasek
RESOLUTION 12-06-04
BE IT RESOLVED, Marshall County officials are directed to cancel a lost warrant #226414 dated September 21, 2012 issued to MN County Recorders Association, in the amount of $50.00.
The Board approved to waive the furnishing of a bond and authorizes said office to reissue a new warrant in the above amount using a new warrant number. M/S/C – Borowicz, Kiesow
The Board re-appointed Lawrence LaBine to the Marshall Polk Rural Water Board. M/S/C – Vonasek, Bring
The Board reviewed the Marshall County Out-of-State Travel Policy and approved it as the same. M/S/C – Vonasek, Kiesow
The Board meeting was adjourned at 12:35 p.m. M/S/C – Vonasek, Kiesow
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CHAIRPERSON,
MARSHALL COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
ATTEST: ______
MARSHALL COUNTY AUDITOR-TREASURER