Martin County Public Notices
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICEPublished in the Fairmont Photo Press - 05/06/2020
The Martin County Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment will be conducting a public hearing on May 26, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Martin County Commissioners Room, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue – Fairmont, MN. The following items will be on the agenda:
Variance Request from Elmer & Shirley Juhl within Section 31 of Fox Lake Township. The Juhls are proposing to build a three-stall garage to be attached onto an existing structure encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the East sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District on Fox Lake. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 30 feet from a sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District.
Variance Request from Jeremiah & Alycia Johnson within Section 13 of Center Creek Township. The Johnsons are proposing to build a garage to be attached onto an existing house encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request (After-the-Fact) from Todd Thedens within Section 28 of East Chain Township. Mr. Thedens constructed a grain bin which is encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request from Todd Thedens within Section 28 of East Chain Township. Mr. Thedens is proposing to construct a grain bin encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request from Dianne Bettin within Section 5 of Waverly Township. Ms. Bettin is proposing to construct an addition onto an existing house encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request from Kevin Brockmann within Section 30 of Center Creek Township. Mr. Brockmann is proposing to build a hoop shed encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the Ordinary High Water Level from Center Creek in an “SL-1” Shoreland Special Protection District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 200 feet from a lake/protected water in an “SL-1” Shoreland Special Protection District.
Variance Request from Richard & Betty Wiederhoeft within Section 34 of Fox Lake Township. The Wiederhoefts are proposing to build a shed encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the South sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District on Fox Lake. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 30 feet from a sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District.
Any persons interested in this public hearing are urged to attend the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment meeting.
Pamela A. Flitter
Martin County Zoning Administrator
The Martin County Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment will be conducting a public hearing on May 26, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Martin County Commissioners Room, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue – Fairmont, MN. The following items will be on the agenda:
Variance Request from Elmer & Shirley Juhl within Section 31 of Fox Lake Township. The Juhls are proposing to build a three-stall garage to be attached onto an existing structure encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the East sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District on Fox Lake. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 30 feet from a sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District.
Variance Request from Jeremiah & Alycia Johnson within Section 13 of Center Creek Township. The Johnsons are proposing to build a garage to be attached onto an existing house encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request (After-the-Fact) from Todd Thedens within Section 28 of East Chain Township. Mr. Thedens constructed a grain bin which is encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request from Todd Thedens within Section 28 of East Chain Township. Mr. Thedens is proposing to construct a grain bin encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request from Dianne Bettin within Section 5 of Waverly Township. Ms. Bettin is proposing to construct an addition onto an existing house encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request from Kevin Brockmann within Section 30 of Center Creek Township. Mr. Brockmann is proposing to build a hoop shed encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the Ordinary High Water Level from Center Creek in an “SL-1” Shoreland Special Protection District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 200 feet from a lake/protected water in an “SL-1” Shoreland Special Protection District.
Variance Request from Richard & Betty Wiederhoeft within Section 34 of Fox Lake Township. The Wiederhoefts are proposing to build a shed encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the South sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District on Fox Lake. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 30 feet from a sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District.
Any persons interested in this public hearing are urged to attend the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment meeting.
Pamela A. Flitter
Martin County Zoning Administrator
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
March 20, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 25, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, March 3, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Elliot Belgard, Kathy Smith, Richard Koons, and Steve Flohrs. Commissioner Mahoney was absent. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the agenda for the March 3, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the minutes of the February 18, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the hire of Amanda Heinrichs-Milburn, new Assistant County Attorney, effective March 16, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to accept the resignation of Sue Koons, part time Administrative Assistant for the Martin County Victim Witness Office, effective March 31, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution in support of a 17.4 acre land acquisition in Section 15 of Fox Lake Township. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution in support of 19 acre land acquisition in Section 16 of Waverly Township. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the purchase of a budgeted 2020 Freightliner 114SD Tandem Axle Dump Truck from Harrison Truck Centers of Mankato, Minnesota, at the state contract price of $115,394.00; and approve and authorize the purchase of a truck box, plow and attachments for the new dump truck from TBEI, Inc., in Lake Crystal, Minnesota, at the state contract price of $108,870.00. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the purchase of a 2020 Road Groom 11 foot Unit at the state contract price of $15,400.00 from Road Groom Manufacturing in Grundy Center, Iowa. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the hire of James Kain as Highway Maintenance Specialist/Parks Coordinator, effective March 9, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize the hire of Derek Laven as Highway Maintenance Specialist, effective on or around March 23, 2020, and is contingent upon required pre-employment drug test; and approve the hire of Tyler Laue as Highway Maintenance Specialist, effective on or around March 23, 2020, and is contingent upon required pre-employment drug test. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize the hire of Mercedes Johnson and Lindsey Weber as full time Corrections Officers, effective March 15, 2020; approve and authorize the hire of Maxime Rainville as part time Corrections Officer, effective March 15, 2020; and approve and authorize the hire of Renae Wallace as Transport Officer, effective March 15, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize funding of $102,784.84 as a loan to the Faribault-Martin County Joint Transit Board for payment of the new Elkart Coach Vehicles purchased by the Faribault-Martin County Joint Transit Board; and that 80% of the loaned funds will be reimbursed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, acting as the Drainage Authority for Martin County, set a Public Hearing date of March 17, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. at Hamilton Hall in Blue Earth, Minnesota, for the Proposed Repair on JD #2 M&F. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, acting as the Drainage Authority for Martin County, set a Public Hearing date of April 7, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room – Martin County Courthouse, for the Proposed Improvement on JD #414 M&F. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on March 3, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills as presented. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to adjourn the meeting at 10:30 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
March 20, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 25, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, March 3, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Elliot Belgard, Kathy Smith, Richard Koons, and Steve Flohrs. Commissioner Mahoney was absent. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the agenda for the March 3, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the minutes of the February 18, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the hire of Amanda Heinrichs-Milburn, new Assistant County Attorney, effective March 16, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to accept the resignation of Sue Koons, part time Administrative Assistant for the Martin County Victim Witness Office, effective March 31, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution in support of a 17.4 acre land acquisition in Section 15 of Fox Lake Township. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution in support of 19 acre land acquisition in Section 16 of Waverly Township. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the purchase of a budgeted 2020 Freightliner 114SD Tandem Axle Dump Truck from Harrison Truck Centers of Mankato, Minnesota, at the state contract price of $115,394.00; and approve and authorize the purchase of a truck box, plow and attachments for the new dump truck from TBEI, Inc., in Lake Crystal, Minnesota, at the state contract price of $108,870.00. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the purchase of a 2020 Road Groom 11 foot Unit at the state contract price of $15,400.00 from Road Groom Manufacturing in Grundy Center, Iowa. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the hire of James Kain as Highway Maintenance Specialist/Parks Coordinator, effective March 9, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize the hire of Derek Laven as Highway Maintenance Specialist, effective on or around March 23, 2020, and is contingent upon required pre-employment drug test; and approve the hire of Tyler Laue as Highway Maintenance Specialist, effective on or around March 23, 2020, and is contingent upon required pre-employment drug test. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize the hire of Mercedes Johnson and Lindsey Weber as full time Corrections Officers, effective March 15, 2020; approve and authorize the hire of Maxime Rainville as part time Corrections Officer, effective March 15, 2020; and approve and authorize the hire of Renae Wallace as Transport Officer, effective March 15, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize funding of $102,784.84 as a loan to the Faribault-Martin County Joint Transit Board for payment of the new Elkart Coach Vehicles purchased by the Faribault-Martin County Joint Transit Board; and that 80% of the loaned funds will be reimbursed by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, acting as the Drainage Authority for Martin County, set a Public Hearing date of March 17, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. at Hamilton Hall in Blue Earth, Minnesota, for the Proposed Repair on JD #2 M&F. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, acting as the Drainage Authority for Martin County, set a Public Hearing date of April 7, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. in the Commissioners Meeting Room – Martin County Courthouse, for the Proposed Improvement on JD #414 M&F. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on March 3, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills as presented. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to adjourn the meeting at 10:30 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
March3, 2020 This ad is subject to change between these two run dates.
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 18, 2020 & April 1, 2020
March3, 2020 This ad is subject to change between these two run dates.
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 18, 2020 & April 1, 2020
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
March 9, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 11, 2020
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Martin County Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment will be conducting a public hearing on March 24, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Martin County Commissioners Room, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue – Fairmont, MN. The following items will be on the agenda:
Variance Request from Elmer & Shirley Juhl within Section 31 of Fox Lake Township. The Juhls are proposing to build a three-stall garage to be attached onto an existing structure encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the East sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District on Fox Lake. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 30 feet from a sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District.
Variance Request from Jeremiah & Alycia Johnson within Section 13 of Center Creek Township. The Johnsons are proposing to build a garage to be attached onto an existing house encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Any persons interested in this public hearing are urged to attend the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment meeting.
Pamela A. Flitter
Martin County Zoning Administrator
March 9, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 11, 2020
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Martin County Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment will be conducting a public hearing on March 24, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Martin County Commissioners Room, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue – Fairmont, MN. The following items will be on the agenda:
Variance Request from Elmer & Shirley Juhl within Section 31 of Fox Lake Township. The Juhls are proposing to build a three-stall garage to be attached onto an existing structure encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the East sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District on Fox Lake. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 30 feet from a sideyard setback in an “SL-2” Shoreland Residential Recreational District.
Variance Request from Jeremiah & Alycia Johnson within Section 13 of Center Creek Township. The Johnsons are proposing to build a garage to be attached onto an existing house encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Any persons interested in this public hearing are urged to attend the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment meeting.
Pamela A. Flitter
Martin County Zoning Administrator
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
March 5, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 11, 18, 25 2020
MARTIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
COUNTY PROJECT
CLOSING DATE: April 3, 2020
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids for the following projects will be received until 10:00 a.m., April 3, 2020, at the office of the Martin County Engineer located at 1200 Marcus Street, Fairmont, Minnesota, at which time they will be read out loud. The contract will be awarded at the April 21, 2020 Martin County Commissioner meeting.
SAP 046-743-001 C.S.A.H. 143
Bituminous Wear, NonWear, Cold Inplace Recycling and Aggregate Surfacing
Major quantities for SAP 046-743-001 are:
Salvage Aggregate (C.V.) 244 C.Y.
Aggregate Surfacing, Class 5 276 Ton
Mill Bituminous Surface (2.0”) 96 S.Y.
Milled Rumble Strips 1,167 L.F.
Bituminous Material for Fog Seal 562 Gallons
Bituminous Material for Tack Coat 25 Gallons
Type SP 9.5, Wear Course Mixture 3,C 633 Ton
Type SP 12.5 NonWear Course Mixture 3,C 1,252 Ton
Cold Inplace Recycling-Bituminous 4,325 S.Y.
Traffic Control 1 L.S.
6” Broken Line Paint 354 L.F.
6” Solid Line Paint 6,800 L.F.
Proposals and specifications may be reviewed or obtained at the Martin County Highway Department, 1200 Marcus Street; Fairmont, Minnesota 56031. Price of the plan and proposal is $40.00 picked up or $50.00 mailed (8 1/2” x 11” plan size). Prices include sales tax. No refunds. You may also email your request for the plans and proposal to jill.redenius@co.martin.mn.us
Bids must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond made payable to the Treasurer of Martin County for at least five (5) percent of the amount bid.
The right is reserved to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive informalities therein.
Planholder’s list and bid results for this project will be available for viewing at:
http://www.co.martin.mn.us/index.php/government/highway-department
then click on “Link to eGram-Construction Data”
Kevin Peyman, P.E.
County Engineer er
March 5, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 11, 18, 25 2020
MARTIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
COUNTY PROJECT
CLOSING DATE: April 3, 2020
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids for the following projects will be received until 10:00 a.m., April 3, 2020, at the office of the Martin County Engineer located at 1200 Marcus Street, Fairmont, Minnesota, at which time they will be read out loud. The contract will be awarded at the April 21, 2020 Martin County Commissioner meeting.
SAP 046-743-001 C.S.A.H. 143
Bituminous Wear, NonWear, Cold Inplace Recycling and Aggregate Surfacing
Major quantities for SAP 046-743-001 are:
Salvage Aggregate (C.V.) 244 C.Y.
Aggregate Surfacing, Class 5 276 Ton
Mill Bituminous Surface (2.0”) 96 S.Y.
Milled Rumble Strips 1,167 L.F.
Bituminous Material for Fog Seal 562 Gallons
Bituminous Material for Tack Coat 25 Gallons
Type SP 9.5, Wear Course Mixture 3,C 633 Ton
Type SP 12.5 NonWear Course Mixture 3,C 1,252 Ton
Cold Inplace Recycling-Bituminous 4,325 S.Y.
Traffic Control 1 L.S.
6” Broken Line Paint 354 L.F.
6” Solid Line Paint 6,800 L.F.
Proposals and specifications may be reviewed or obtained at the Martin County Highway Department, 1200 Marcus Street; Fairmont, Minnesota 56031. Price of the plan and proposal is $40.00 picked up or $50.00 mailed (8 1/2” x 11” plan size). Prices include sales tax. No refunds. You may also email your request for the plans and proposal to jill.redenius@co.martin.mn.us
Bids must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond made payable to the Treasurer of Martin County for at least five (5) percent of the amount bid.
The right is reserved to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive informalities therein.
Planholder’s list and bid results for this project will be available for viewing at:
http://www.co.martin.mn.us/index.php/government/highway-department
then click on “Link to eGram-Construction Data”
Kevin Peyman, P.E.
County Engineer er
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
March 6, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 11, 2020
A PORTION OF PROCEEDINGS
OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS PERTAINING TO
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COMPENSATION, PER DIEM & EXPENSES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2019 @ 9:00 A.M
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by vice Chair Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Steve Flohrs, Richard Koons, and Elliot Belgard. Commissioners Kathy Smith and Tom Mahoney were absent. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following action was taken:
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Flohrs, to approve and authorize resolution Establishing the CY2020 County Commissioner Compensation, Per Diems, and Expenses. Roll call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Flohrs, and Belgard. Commissioners Smith and Mahoney were absent. NAYS: None.
R-#55/’19
R E S O L U T I O N
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COMPENSATION, PER DIEM & EXPENSES
WHEREAS, Chapter 301 of the Session Laws 1975 provides a method for determining County Commissioners’ compensation, per diem pay, and expense allowances, and
WHEREAS, resolution of the County Board establishing the salary, schedule of per diem payments, and expense allowance must be made before January first of each year so as to become effective January first of the next year, and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Martin County after due deliberation and discussion, have determined the annual salary, schedule of per diem payments, and expense allowances that will be effective January 1, 2020, and thereafter, until changed by resolution of the Board in a manner provided by law.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of County Commissioners of Martin County as follows:
1. That the annual salary of each County Commissioner of Martin County shall be the sum of $25,819.75 plus an additional $1,000 per year for the Chairman; and $500 per year for Vice Chair and/or Commissioners appointed to the Personnel Committee with the exception of the Board Chair, payable bi-weekly, less such deductions as are authorized or required by law, and shall be paid to such Commissioner during such interval as he or she is qualified by law to hold such office.
2. That each individual County Commissioner shall be paid one per diem of $75.00 each day spent in performing the official duties connected with the office. The per diem pay may be paid to any individual County Commissioner making application therefore, who, by proper designation or authorization, has served or is an alternate on any board, committee, or commission of County government, including committees of the Board or for the performance of service for any of the following work, service or activity
Region Nine Delegate South Central Workforce Council
F/M Human Services Board County Water Plan Committee
Prairieland Joint Powers Board GBERBA Board
Delegate to M.V.A.C. AMC Delegate
Building Committee County Park/Trails Board
Personnel Committee Community Corrections
MN Extension Service Committee Law Library Board
Region Nine E.M.S. Safety Committee
County Highway Liaison State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP)
South Central HRA Board Economic Development Board
County Insurance Committee County GASB Committee
Transit Advisory Comm. (TAC) Soil & Water Conservation Dist. Liaison
Jail/Justice Center Committee Library Board
Planning and Zoning Commission Liaison Public Relations Campaign Comm.
Investment in Current/Future Emp. County Solid Waste Committee
MCIT Delegate Highway 15 Coalition
Labor Management Committee Drainage/ Joint Drainage Authority
GIS Committee County Strategic Planning Committees
Library Board Alternate Broadband Steering Committee
Drug Court Representative Rural Minnesota Energy Board (RMEB)
Bureau 14 (Chamber of Commerce) South Central Minnesota/Regional Radio Board
Community Center Feasibility Committee Fairmont Convention & Visitors Bureau
MC Substance Abuse Prevention Faribault-Martin Transit Board JPB
Aquatic Invasive Species Committee (AIS) Kinship Board
Traverse de Sioux Library Board SBDC Partnership Board
Compensation Advisory Committee (CAC) Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
Activities relating to Ditches under the Jurisdiction of the County Board, or under Jurisdiction of a Joint County Ditch Authority.
For such committee, board, or commissioner work or meetings which may be required by law or which is authorized by the Board of County Commissioners, providing that such work, service or activity is authorized by Board action prior to the performance of such work, service or activity.
3. No Commissioner may receive an amount greater than one full per diem payment on any one day. A Commissioner may accept or claim less than the full per diem. If a per diem is paid by another entity or authority for work, service, or activity permitted by this resolution, Martin County shall not pay a per diem for the same work, service or activity.
4. That in addition to the salary and per diems set forth herein, each individual County Commissioner may be paid his or her actual and necessary expenses and the County mileage allowance, according to County Policy when traveling on official business authorized by Board action.
Motion was made by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Flohrs, and unanimously carried, for the adoption of said resolution.
Dated this 17th day of December, 2019.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 10:36 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
March 6, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 11, 2020
A PORTION OF PROCEEDINGS
OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS PERTAINING TO
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COMPENSATION, PER DIEM & EXPENSES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2019 @ 9:00 A.M
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by vice Chair Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Steve Flohrs, Richard Koons, and Elliot Belgard. Commissioners Kathy Smith and Tom Mahoney were absent. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following action was taken:
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Flohrs, to approve and authorize resolution Establishing the CY2020 County Commissioner Compensation, Per Diems, and Expenses. Roll call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Flohrs, and Belgard. Commissioners Smith and Mahoney were absent. NAYS: None.
R-#55/’19
R E S O L U T I O N
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COMPENSATION, PER DIEM & EXPENSES
WHEREAS, Chapter 301 of the Session Laws 1975 provides a method for determining County Commissioners’ compensation, per diem pay, and expense allowances, and
WHEREAS, resolution of the County Board establishing the salary, schedule of per diem payments, and expense allowance must be made before January first of each year so as to become effective January first of the next year, and
WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners of Martin County after due deliberation and discussion, have determined the annual salary, schedule of per diem payments, and expense allowances that will be effective January 1, 2020, and thereafter, until changed by resolution of the Board in a manner provided by law.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of County Commissioners of Martin County as follows:
1. That the annual salary of each County Commissioner of Martin County shall be the sum of $25,819.75 plus an additional $1,000 per year for the Chairman; and $500 per year for Vice Chair and/or Commissioners appointed to the Personnel Committee with the exception of the Board Chair, payable bi-weekly, less such deductions as are authorized or required by law, and shall be paid to such Commissioner during such interval as he or she is qualified by law to hold such office.
2. That each individual County Commissioner shall be paid one per diem of $75.00 each day spent in performing the official duties connected with the office. The per diem pay may be paid to any individual County Commissioner making application therefore, who, by proper designation or authorization, has served or is an alternate on any board, committee, or commission of County government, including committees of the Board or for the performance of service for any of the following work, service or activity
Region Nine Delegate South Central Workforce Council
F/M Human Services Board County Water Plan Committee
Prairieland Joint Powers Board GBERBA Board
Delegate to M.V.A.C. AMC Delegate
Building Committee County Park/Trails Board
Personnel Committee Community Corrections
MN Extension Service Committee Law Library Board
Region Nine E.M.S. Safety Committee
County Highway Liaison State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP)
South Central HRA Board Economic Development Board
County Insurance Committee County GASB Committee
Transit Advisory Comm. (TAC) Soil & Water Conservation Dist. Liaison
Jail/Justice Center Committee Library Board
Planning and Zoning Commission Liaison Public Relations Campaign Comm.
Investment in Current/Future Emp. County Solid Waste Committee
MCIT Delegate Highway 15 Coalition
Labor Management Committee Drainage/ Joint Drainage Authority
GIS Committee County Strategic Planning Committees
Library Board Alternate Broadband Steering Committee
Drug Court Representative Rural Minnesota Energy Board (RMEB)
Bureau 14 (Chamber of Commerce) South Central Minnesota/Regional Radio Board
Community Center Feasibility Committee Fairmont Convention & Visitors Bureau
MC Substance Abuse Prevention Faribault-Martin Transit Board JPB
Aquatic Invasive Species Committee (AIS) Kinship Board
Traverse de Sioux Library Board SBDC Partnership Board
Compensation Advisory Committee (CAC) Beyond the Yellow Ribbon
Activities relating to Ditches under the Jurisdiction of the County Board, or under Jurisdiction of a Joint County Ditch Authority.
For such committee, board, or commissioner work or meetings which may be required by law or which is authorized by the Board of County Commissioners, providing that such work, service or activity is authorized by Board action prior to the performance of such work, service or activity.
3. No Commissioner may receive an amount greater than one full per diem payment on any one day. A Commissioner may accept or claim less than the full per diem. If a per diem is paid by another entity or authority for work, service, or activity permitted by this resolution, Martin County shall not pay a per diem for the same work, service or activity.
4. That in addition to the salary and per diems set forth herein, each individual County Commissioner may be paid his or her actual and necessary expenses and the County mileage allowance, according to County Policy when traveling on official business authorized by Board action.
Motion was made by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Flohrs, and unanimously carried, for the adoption of said resolution.
Dated this 17th day of December, 2019.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 10:36 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
March 6, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 11, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Steve Flohrs, Elliot Belgard, Kathy Smith, Richard Koons, and Tom Mahoney. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the agenda for the February 18, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Mahoney, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the minutes of the February 4, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair and Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, to sign the Solid Waste Collection and Transportation licenses for the year 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Mahoney, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the renewal of Liquor, Wine, Club, or 3.2% license with Sunday sales license beginning at 10:00 a.m. for Rose Lake Golf Club, effective April 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign the Administrative Agreement in the amount of $55,000.00 with Minnesota Valley Action Council to participate in the 2020 Martin County Summer Youth Internship Program. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign the 2019 Natural Resources Block Grant year-end financial reports in the amount of $44,099.00 in expenditures. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Mahoney, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to ratify the out of state travel request for Deputy Cory Ballard’s attendance at Active Shooter Threat Instructor Training held during September 2019 in the state of Wyoming. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve compensation placement in Martin County’s pay schedule for Chief Communications Officer and Jail Administrator Positions, effective February 16, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution supporting telecommuting opportunities and Telecommuter Forward! Certification for Martin County. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Mahoney, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on February 18, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills presented. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to receive and file the Martin County Courthouse Dome: Copper Roof Replacement Project Construction Plans; and authorize moving forward with Advertisement for Bids; and that the prebid meeting/walk-through on February 28, 2020 will not be a mandatory meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Legislative Representation by Larkin Hoffman for Martin County’s State Bonding request for the proposed Martin County Justice Center; and that costs for representation are estimated at $5,000 per month from February 2020 through May 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution to proceed with preliminary discussion with an interested party in the purchase of the Gaylord Mobile Home Park. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Mahoney, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, acting as the Drainage Authority for Martin County, to approve the Impoundment, Rerouting and Diverting of Drainage System Waters for JD #97. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to adjourn the meeting at 12:22 p.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
March 6, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - March 11, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Steve Flohrs, Elliot Belgard, Kathy Smith, Richard Koons, and Tom Mahoney. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the agenda for the February 18, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Mahoney, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the minutes of the February 4, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair and Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, to sign the Solid Waste Collection and Transportation licenses for the year 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Mahoney, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the renewal of Liquor, Wine, Club, or 3.2% license with Sunday sales license beginning at 10:00 a.m. for Rose Lake Golf Club, effective April 1, 2020 through March 31, 2021. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign the Administrative Agreement in the amount of $55,000.00 with Minnesota Valley Action Council to participate in the 2020 Martin County Summer Youth Internship Program. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign the 2019 Natural Resources Block Grant year-end financial reports in the amount of $44,099.00 in expenditures. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Mahoney, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to ratify the out of state travel request for Deputy Cory Ballard’s attendance at Active Shooter Threat Instructor Training held during September 2019 in the state of Wyoming. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve compensation placement in Martin County’s pay schedule for Chief Communications Officer and Jail Administrator Positions, effective February 16, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution supporting telecommuting opportunities and Telecommuter Forward! Certification for Martin County. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Mahoney, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on February 18, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills presented. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to receive and file the Martin County Courthouse Dome: Copper Roof Replacement Project Construction Plans; and authorize moving forward with Advertisement for Bids; and that the prebid meeting/walk-through on February 28, 2020 will not be a mandatory meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Legislative Representation by Larkin Hoffman for Martin County’s State Bonding request for the proposed Martin County Justice Center; and that costs for representation are estimated at $5,000 per month from February 2020 through May 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution to proceed with preliminary discussion with an interested party in the purchase of the Gaylord Mobile Home Park. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Mahoney, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, acting as the Drainage Authority for Martin County, to approve the Impoundment, Rerouting and Diverting of Drainage System Waters for JD #97. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to adjourn the meeting at 12:22 p.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
February 28, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020 - March 11, 2020
Important Information Regarding Assessment and Classification of Property This may affect your 2021 property tax payments. Following is a schedule of the 2020 Boards of Appeal and Equalization or Open Book Meetings for jurisdictions in Martin County. The purpose of these meetings is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, you or your agent should contact the assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before local board of appeal and equalization. The board will review your assessment and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization. If your jurisdiction holds an open book meeting all residents automatically qualify to appear before the County Board of Appeal and Equalization.
February 28, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020 - March 11, 2020
Important Information Regarding Assessment and Classification of Property This may affect your 2021 property tax payments. Following is a schedule of the 2020 Boards of Appeal and Equalization or Open Book Meetings for jurisdictions in Martin County. The purpose of these meetings is to determine whether property in the jurisdiction has been properly valued and classified. If you believe the value or classification of your property is incorrect, you or your agent should contact the assessor’s office to discuss your concerns. If you disagree with the valuation or classification after discussing it with your assessor, you may appear before local board of appeal and equalization. The board will review your assessment and may make corrections as needed. Generally, you must appeal to the local board before appealing to the county board of appeal and equalization. If your jurisdiction holds an open book meeting all residents automatically qualify to appear before the County Board of Appeal and Equalization.
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
February 24, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020 - March 4 & 11, 2020
MARTIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
COUNTY PROJECT
CLOSING DATE: April 3, 2020
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids for the following projects will be received until 10:00 a.m., April 3, 2020, at the office of the Martin County Engineer located at 1200 Marcus Street, Fairmont, Minnesota, at which time they will be read out loud. The contract will be awarded at the April 21, 2020 Martin County Commissioner meeting.
SAP 046-652-012 C.S.A.H. 52
Bituminous Wear, NonWear, Cold Inplace Recycling and Aggregate Surfacing
Major quantities for SAP 046-652-012 are:
Salvage Aggregate (C.V.) 600 C.Y.
Aggregate Surfacing, Class 5 3,500 Ton
Mill Bituminous Surface (1.5”) 25,645 S.Y.
Mill Bituminous Surface (2.0”) 10,900 S.Y.
Milled Rumble Strips 8,240 L.F.
Bituminous Material for Fog Seal 3,200 Gallons
Bituminous Material for Tack Coat 15,250 Gallons
Type SP 9.5, Wear Course Mixture 3,C 5,400 Ton
Type SP 12.5 NonWear Course Mixture 3,B 6,554 Ton
Cold Inplace Recycling-Bituminous 10,986 S.Y.
Traffic Control 1 L.S.
Common Topsoil Borrow (L.V.) 3,500 C.Y.
Hydraulic Mulch Matrix 120,000 Pounds
6” Broken Line Paint 1,200 L.F.
6” Solid Line Paint 2,400 L.F.
Proposals and specifications may be reviewed or obtained at the Martin County Highway Department, 1200 Marcus Street; Fairmont, Minnesota 56031. Price of the plan and proposal is $40.00 picked up or $50.00 mailed (11” x 17” plan size). Prices include sales tax. No refunds. You may also email your request for the plans and proposal to jill.redenius@co.martin.mn.us
Bids must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond made payable to the Treasurer of Martin County for at least five (5) percent of the amount bid.
The right is reserved to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive informalities therein.
Planholder’s list and bid results for this project will be available for viewing at:
http://www.co.martin.mn.us/index.php/government/highway-department
then click on “Link to eGram-Construction Data”
Kevin Peyman, P.E.
County Engineer
February 24, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020 - March 4 & 11, 2020
MARTIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
COUNTY PROJECT
CLOSING DATE: April 3, 2020
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids for the following projects will be received until 10:00 a.m., April 3, 2020, at the office of the Martin County Engineer located at 1200 Marcus Street, Fairmont, Minnesota, at which time they will be read out loud. The contract will be awarded at the April 21, 2020 Martin County Commissioner meeting.
SAP 046-652-012 C.S.A.H. 52
Bituminous Wear, NonWear, Cold Inplace Recycling and Aggregate Surfacing
Major quantities for SAP 046-652-012 are:
Salvage Aggregate (C.V.) 600 C.Y.
Aggregate Surfacing, Class 5 3,500 Ton
Mill Bituminous Surface (1.5”) 25,645 S.Y.
Mill Bituminous Surface (2.0”) 10,900 S.Y.
Milled Rumble Strips 8,240 L.F.
Bituminous Material for Fog Seal 3,200 Gallons
Bituminous Material for Tack Coat 15,250 Gallons
Type SP 9.5, Wear Course Mixture 3,C 5,400 Ton
Type SP 12.5 NonWear Course Mixture 3,B 6,554 Ton
Cold Inplace Recycling-Bituminous 10,986 S.Y.
Traffic Control 1 L.S.
Common Topsoil Borrow (L.V.) 3,500 C.Y.
Hydraulic Mulch Matrix 120,000 Pounds
6” Broken Line Paint 1,200 L.F.
6” Solid Line Paint 2,400 L.F.
Proposals and specifications may be reviewed or obtained at the Martin County Highway Department, 1200 Marcus Street; Fairmont, Minnesota 56031. Price of the plan and proposal is $40.00 picked up or $50.00 mailed (11” x 17” plan size). Prices include sales tax. No refunds. You may also email your request for the plans and proposal to jill.redenius@co.martin.mn.us
Bids must be accompanied by a certified check or bid bond made payable to the Treasurer of Martin County for at least five (5) percent of the amount bid.
The right is reserved to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive informalities therein.
Planholder’s list and bid results for this project will be available for viewing at:
http://www.co.martin.mn.us/index.php/government/highway-department
then click on “Link to eGram-Construction Data”
Kevin Peyman, P.E.
County Engineer
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
February 24, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020 - March 4 & 11, 2020
MARTIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
COLD INPLACE RECYCLING & BITUMINOUS OVERLAYS
SP 046-652-011 Minn. Proj. STPF 4620 (153)
CLOSING DATE: April 3, 2020
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids will be received by the County Engineer of Martin County on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners until 10:00 a.m., April 3, 2020, at the County Engineer’s Office, 1200 Marcus Street, Fairmont, MN. Any bid(s) received after said hour will be returned to the bidder unopened. Any bid(s) received without a certified check or bid bond will be returned to the bidder without being read or considered. Bids will be opened and read aloud by the County Engineer in the presence of the County Auditor immediately after the time set for receiving bids for the following. The lowest responsible bidder will be awarded the contract at a Board of Commissioners meeting to follow the April 21, 2020 bid opening.
SP 046-652-011
The major quantities are as follows: Salvaged Aggregate (C.V.) 2,900 Cubic Yards, Aggregate Surfacing Class 5 7,465 Tons, Mill Bituminous Surface (2.0”) 133,827 Square Yards, Mill Rumble Strips 82,102 L.F., Bituminous Material for Fog Seal 16,510 Gal., Bituminous Material for Tack 31,112 Gal., Type SP 9.5 Wearing Course Mixture (3,C) 32,510 Tons, Type SP 12.5 Nonwearing Course Mixture 3,B) 39,650 Tons, CIR Bituminous 127,027 Square Yards, Traffic Control Supervisor 1 Lump Sum, Traffic Control 1 Lump Sum, Soil Bed Preparation 17.5 Acres, Common Topsoil Borrow (L.V.) 13,800 Cubic Yards, Seeding 17.5 Acres, Hydraulic Mulch Matrix 43,750 Pounds, 6” Solid Line Paint 100,244 L.F., 6” Broken Line Paint 9,545 L.F.
Minimum wage rates to be paid by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87-581 and implementing regulations.
READ CAREFULLY THE WAGE SCALES AND DIVISION A OF THE SPECIAL
PROVISIONS AS THEY AFFECT THIS PROJECT
The Minnesota Department of Transportation hereby notifies all bidders: in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Act), as amended and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation, it will affirmatively assure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded maximum opportunity to participate and/or to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin in consideration for an award;
in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230 Subpart A-Equal Employment Opportunity on Federal-Aid Construction Contracts (including supportive services), it will affirmatively assure increased participation of minority groups and disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry, and that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be provided to all persons without regard to their race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin;
in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.08 Unfair discriminatory Practices, it will affirmatively assure that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be offered to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission disability, sexual orientation, or age;
in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statue 363A.36 Certificates of Compliance for Public Contracts, and 363A.37 Rules for Certificates of Compliance, it will assure that appropriate parties to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement possess valid Certificates of Compliance.
If you are not a current holder of a compliance certificate issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and intend to bid on any job in this advertisement you must contact the Department of Human Rights immediately for assistance in obtaining a certificate.
The following notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights applies to all contractors:
“It is hereby agreed between the parties that Minnesota Status, section 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 are incorporated into any contract between these parties based on this specification or any modification of it. A copy of Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, part 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 is available upon request from the contracting agency.”
“It is hereby agreed between the parties that this agency will require affirmative action requirements be met by contractors in relation to Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules 5000.3600. Failure by a contractor to implement an affirmative action plan or make a good faith effort shall result in revocation of its certificate or revocation of the contract (Minnesota Statute 363A.36, Subd. 2 and 3).”
A minimum goal of 3.70 % Good Faith Effort to be subcontracted to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises.
Suppliers may obtain an abbreviated Proposal and Plan Set from our County Website as mentioned below at no cost.
Plans and specifications, proposal forms, and all contract documents may be examined at the office of the County Engineer (11” x 17” plan size). Copies may be secured at the counter of the Martin County Highway Department at a cost of $80.00. If mailed, a cost of $100.00. Prices are non-refundable and include sales tax. You may also order a bid packet via email to jill.redenius@co.martin.mn.us or by calling 507-235-3347.
Bids must be accompanied by a certified check, or bid bond, payable to the Martin County Treasurer in the amount of at least 5% of the bid.
The County Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, portions, thereof, and to waive informalities therein, and further reserves the right to award the bids in the best interest of the County.
The planholders’ list and bid results will be available for viewing at:
http://www.co.martin.mn.us/index.php/government/highway-department
Kevin Peyman, P.E.
County Engineer
February 24, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020 - March 4 & 11, 2020
MARTIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
COLD INPLACE RECYCLING & BITUMINOUS OVERLAYS
SP 046-652-011 Minn. Proj. STPF 4620 (153)
CLOSING DATE: April 3, 2020
NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS
Sealed bids will be received by the County Engineer of Martin County on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners until 10:00 a.m., April 3, 2020, at the County Engineer’s Office, 1200 Marcus Street, Fairmont, MN. Any bid(s) received after said hour will be returned to the bidder unopened. Any bid(s) received without a certified check or bid bond will be returned to the bidder without being read or considered. Bids will be opened and read aloud by the County Engineer in the presence of the County Auditor immediately after the time set for receiving bids for the following. The lowest responsible bidder will be awarded the contract at a Board of Commissioners meeting to follow the April 21, 2020 bid opening.
SP 046-652-011
The major quantities are as follows: Salvaged Aggregate (C.V.) 2,900 Cubic Yards, Aggregate Surfacing Class 5 7,465 Tons, Mill Bituminous Surface (2.0”) 133,827 Square Yards, Mill Rumble Strips 82,102 L.F., Bituminous Material for Fog Seal 16,510 Gal., Bituminous Material for Tack 31,112 Gal., Type SP 9.5 Wearing Course Mixture (3,C) 32,510 Tons, Type SP 12.5 Nonwearing Course Mixture 3,B) 39,650 Tons, CIR Bituminous 127,027 Square Yards, Traffic Control Supervisor 1 Lump Sum, Traffic Control 1 Lump Sum, Soil Bed Preparation 17.5 Acres, Common Topsoil Borrow (L.V.) 13,800 Cubic Yards, Seeding 17.5 Acres, Hydraulic Mulch Matrix 43,750 Pounds, 6” Solid Line Paint 100,244 L.F., 6” Broken Line Paint 9,545 L.F.
Minimum wage rates to be paid by the Contractors have been predetermined and are subject to the Work Hours Act of 1962, P.L. 87-581 and implementing regulations.
READ CAREFULLY THE WAGE SCALES AND DIVISION A OF THE SPECIAL
PROVISIONS AS THEY AFFECT THIS PROJECT
The Minnesota Department of Transportation hereby notifies all bidders: in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Act), as amended and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Subtitle A Part 21, Non-discrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation, it will affirmatively assure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded maximum opportunity to participate and/or to submit bids in response to this invitation, and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin in consideration for an award;
in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, and Title 23, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 230 Subpart A-Equal Employment Opportunity on Federal-Aid Construction Contracts (including supportive services), it will affirmatively assure increased participation of minority groups and disadvantaged persons and women in all phases of the highway construction industry, and that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be provided to all persons without regard to their race, color, disability, age, religion, sex or national origin;
in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statute 363A.08 Unfair discriminatory Practices, it will affirmatively assure that on any project constructed pursuant to this advertisement equal employment opportunity will be offered to all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission disability, sexual orientation, or age;
in accordance with the Minnesota Human Rights Act, Minnesota Statue 363A.36 Certificates of Compliance for Public Contracts, and 363A.37 Rules for Certificates of Compliance, it will assure that appropriate parties to any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement possess valid Certificates of Compliance.
If you are not a current holder of a compliance certificate issued by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights and intend to bid on any job in this advertisement you must contact the Department of Human Rights immediately for assistance in obtaining a certificate.
The following notice from the Minnesota Department of Human Rights applies to all contractors:
“It is hereby agreed between the parties that Minnesota Status, section 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, parts 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 are incorporated into any contract between these parties based on this specification or any modification of it. A copy of Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules, part 5000.3400 to 5000.3600 is available upon request from the contracting agency.”
“It is hereby agreed between the parties that this agency will require affirmative action requirements be met by contractors in relation to Minnesota Statute 363A.36 and Minnesota Rules 5000.3600. Failure by a contractor to implement an affirmative action plan or make a good faith effort shall result in revocation of its certificate or revocation of the contract (Minnesota Statute 363A.36, Subd. 2 and 3).”
A minimum goal of 3.70 % Good Faith Effort to be subcontracted to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises.
Suppliers may obtain an abbreviated Proposal and Plan Set from our County Website as mentioned below at no cost.
Plans and specifications, proposal forms, and all contract documents may be examined at the office of the County Engineer (11” x 17” plan size). Copies may be secured at the counter of the Martin County Highway Department at a cost of $80.00. If mailed, a cost of $100.00. Prices are non-refundable and include sales tax. You may also order a bid packet via email to jill.redenius@co.martin.mn.us or by calling 507-235-3347.
Bids must be accompanied by a certified check, or bid bond, payable to the Martin County Treasurer in the amount of at least 5% of the bid.
The County Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, portions, thereof, and to waive informalities therein, and further reserves the right to award the bids in the best interest of the County.
The planholders’ list and bid results will be available for viewing at:
http://www.co.martin.mn.us/index.php/government/highway-department
Kevin Peyman, P.E.
County Engineer
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
February 21, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020 - March 4, 2020
SECTION 00 1113
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
MARTIN COUNTY COURTHOUSE DOME
COPPER ROOF REPLACEMENT
FAIRMONT, MINNESOTA
ISG NO. 19-22326
Sealed Prime General Contract bids for Martin County Courthouse Dome Copper Roof Replacement will be received by Scott Higgins at the Martin County Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue, Fairmont, Minnesota by mail or personal delivery until Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at which date and time the bids will be opened and read aloud.
A prebid conference will be held Friday, February 28, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. at the location of the Work.
Project Scope: Selective demolition and construction restoration and copper roof replacement of the Courthouse Dome and other Work indicated in the drawings and specifications.
MARTIN COUNTY expects to award this project to the best valued Respondent (“Contractor”) based on the requirements in this solicitation. The Respondent selected for award will be the Respondent whose proposal is responsive, responsible, and is the most advantageous to MARTIN COUNTY , as determined by MARTIN COUNTY in its sole discretion. The awarded Respondent is expected to complete this project without any delays or cost increases, and meet the quality expectations of MARTIN COUNTY. Proposal shall be filled in clearly and correctly with ink or other permanent format. Proposal shall be signed in ink by the individual, members of the partnership, or by one or more officers of the corporation making the proposal.
Bidding Documents may be obtained from the office of ISG at 115 East Hickory Street, Suite 300, Mankato, Minnesota 56001 for a non-refundable fee of $100.00 each. For Documents that must be mailed, the total plan fee will be $115.00 each, shipping and handling included. When requesting mailed documents, please include your address, phone number, fax number, and e-mail address. Make checks payable to ISG.
Drawings, specifications, and other Bidding Documents may also be obtained online at www.questcdn.com. If you do not already have a free membership, you may sign up for one to gain access to the documents. The QuestCDN eBidDoc number is 6670889. There will be a $25.00 non-refundable downloading fee to access a pdf copy of the documents online.
Documents are viewable at both www.questcdn.com and www.is-grp.com free of charge.
All bids shall be sealed in an opaque envelope upon which shall be plainly marked “BID ON MARTIN COUNTY COURTHOUSE DOME RESKIN – FAIRMONT, MINNESOTA” and the name of the bidder. If a bid is to be mailed, the bid envelope shall be sealed in a regular mailing envelope. FAX and E-mail Bids will not be accepted. The Owner reserves the right to hold and consider the bids for 30 days after the date of the bid opening. Bids shall be accompanied by a cashiers check, bidder’s bond, or certified check payable to MARTIN COUNTY for not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid including add-alternates. A bidder’s bond shall include certified copy of the power of attorney.
The right to waive any informality in any bid and reject any or all bids is reserved to the Owner.
Dated the 20th day of February, 2020.
By Order of the Martin County Board of Commissioners
Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator
February 21, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020 - March 4, 2020
SECTION 00 1113
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
MARTIN COUNTY COURTHOUSE DOME
COPPER ROOF REPLACEMENT
FAIRMONT, MINNESOTA
ISG NO. 19-22326
Sealed Prime General Contract bids for Martin County Courthouse Dome Copper Roof Replacement will be received by Scott Higgins at the Martin County Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue, Fairmont, Minnesota by mail or personal delivery until Thursday, March 12, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at which date and time the bids will be opened and read aloud.
A prebid conference will be held Friday, February 28, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. at the location of the Work.
Project Scope: Selective demolition and construction restoration and copper roof replacement of the Courthouse Dome and other Work indicated in the drawings and specifications.
MARTIN COUNTY expects to award this project to the best valued Respondent (“Contractor”) based on the requirements in this solicitation. The Respondent selected for award will be the Respondent whose proposal is responsive, responsible, and is the most advantageous to MARTIN COUNTY , as determined by MARTIN COUNTY in its sole discretion. The awarded Respondent is expected to complete this project without any delays or cost increases, and meet the quality expectations of MARTIN COUNTY. Proposal shall be filled in clearly and correctly with ink or other permanent format. Proposal shall be signed in ink by the individual, members of the partnership, or by one or more officers of the corporation making the proposal.
Bidding Documents may be obtained from the office of ISG at 115 East Hickory Street, Suite 300, Mankato, Minnesota 56001 for a non-refundable fee of $100.00 each. For Documents that must be mailed, the total plan fee will be $115.00 each, shipping and handling included. When requesting mailed documents, please include your address, phone number, fax number, and e-mail address. Make checks payable to ISG.
Drawings, specifications, and other Bidding Documents may also be obtained online at www.questcdn.com. If you do not already have a free membership, you may sign up for one to gain access to the documents. The QuestCDN eBidDoc number is 6670889. There will be a $25.00 non-refundable downloading fee to access a pdf copy of the documents online.
Documents are viewable at both www.questcdn.com and www.is-grp.com free of charge.
All bids shall be sealed in an opaque envelope upon which shall be plainly marked “BID ON MARTIN COUNTY COURTHOUSE DOME RESKIN – FAIRMONT, MINNESOTA” and the name of the bidder. If a bid is to be mailed, the bid envelope shall be sealed in a regular mailing envelope. FAX and E-mail Bids will not be accepted. The Owner reserves the right to hold and consider the bids for 30 days after the date of the bid opening. Bids shall be accompanied by a cashiers check, bidder’s bond, or certified check payable to MARTIN COUNTY for not less than five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid including add-alternates. A bidder’s bond shall include certified copy of the power of attorney.
The right to waive any informality in any bid and reject any or all bids is reserved to the Owner.
Dated the 20th day of February, 2020.
By Order of the Martin County Board of Commissioners
Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
February 18, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Tom Mahoney, Steve Flohrs, Elliot Belgard, Kathy Smith, and Richard Koons. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the minutes of the January 21, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the minutes of the January 21, 2020, special Board meeting with Martin Soil and Water Conservation District. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to grant an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Ghost Town Tavern, LLC, integrated with their present On-Sale Liquor License fee schedule ($575); and that any new fee will be readdressed at license renewal. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution authorizing tobacco licenses for: Casey’s Retail Company General Store #3003 located at 10 Broadway Street in Trimont, MN; and Casey’s Retail Company General Store #3005 located at 112 2nd Street in Welcome, MN effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Belgard, Mahoney, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit received from Mike Bettin within Section 32 of Rutland Township. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, Mahoney, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit received from Darin and Val Pesta within Section 3 of Nashville Township. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Mahoney, Belgard, Smith, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to table consideration of Martin County Revolving Loan Forgiveness in the amount of $12,752.00 until additional information is received. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and name the Parks Caretaker Position as Highway Maintenance Specialist/Parks Coordinator and rate this job at a Grade 11 on the County’s new pay plan; and approve job description with supervisory and confidential job duties for Martin County’s Jail Administrator Position and rate this job at a Grade 16 on the County’s new pay plan. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution authorizing execution of the FY2019 Emergency Management Performance Grant in the amount of $21,633.00, effective January 1, 2019 through January 1, 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Mahoney, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to set the meeting date of June 16, 2020, beginning at 6:30 p.m. for the County Board of Equalization to be held at the Martin County Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue, Fairmont, MN, First Floor – Commissioners Meeting Room, with the County Board of Commissioners serving as the Board of Equalization, along with the appointment of Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to receive and file the 2018 Clerical Error Abatement Audit Report. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign the contract for Tyler Technologies iasWorld TAX/CAMA and Tyler Cashiering Software. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize proceeding with Priority #1 Building Improvement Items in an estimated amount of $191,700.00 as recommended by Wold Architects and Engineers. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize proceeding with add-on design and spec with ISG for accent lighting to the courthouse dome in the amount of $5,000.00. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize shared cost with the City of Fairmont for promotion of the 2020 Census in an amount not to exceed $3,750. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and ratify the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Grant Contract in the amount of $291,000.00 for FY20-21 between DEED and the Martin County Economic Development Authority on behalf of the Regional Center for Entrepreneurial Facilitation. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the Board Chair, Auditor/Treasurer, and Coordinator to sign the Letter of Understanding of Services Agreement for audit services by the State of Minnesota Office of the State Auditor for the year ending December 31, 2019. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and appoint Commissioner Mahoney and Commissioner Smith to serve on and work with the Fairmont HRA on housing needs in Martin County; and approve and authorize per diems and expenses to attend the meetings. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to set the date of February 25, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. to tour the LeSueur County Justice Center in LeCenter, Minnesota. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Mahoney, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on February 4, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills as presented. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to adjourn the meeting at 10:26 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
February 18, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Tom Mahoney, Steve Flohrs, Elliot Belgard, Kathy Smith, and Richard Koons. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the minutes of the January 21, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the minutes of the January 21, 2020, special Board meeting with Martin Soil and Water Conservation District. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to grant an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Ghost Town Tavern, LLC, integrated with their present On-Sale Liquor License fee schedule ($575); and that any new fee will be readdressed at license renewal. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution authorizing tobacco licenses for: Casey’s Retail Company General Store #3003 located at 10 Broadway Street in Trimont, MN; and Casey’s Retail Company General Store #3005 located at 112 2nd Street in Welcome, MN effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Belgard, Mahoney, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit received from Mike Bettin within Section 32 of Rutland Township. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, Mahoney, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving a Conditional Use Permit received from Darin and Val Pesta within Section 3 of Nashville Township. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Mahoney, Belgard, Smith, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to table consideration of Martin County Revolving Loan Forgiveness in the amount of $12,752.00 until additional information is received. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and name the Parks Caretaker Position as Highway Maintenance Specialist/Parks Coordinator and rate this job at a Grade 11 on the County’s new pay plan; and approve job description with supervisory and confidential job duties for Martin County’s Jail Administrator Position and rate this job at a Grade 16 on the County’s new pay plan. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution authorizing execution of the FY2019 Emergency Management Performance Grant in the amount of $21,633.00, effective January 1, 2019 through January 1, 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Mahoney, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to set the meeting date of June 16, 2020, beginning at 6:30 p.m. for the County Board of Equalization to be held at the Martin County Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue, Fairmont, MN, First Floor – Commissioners Meeting Room, with the County Board of Commissioners serving as the Board of Equalization, along with the appointment of Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to receive and file the 2018 Clerical Error Abatement Audit Report. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign the contract for Tyler Technologies iasWorld TAX/CAMA and Tyler Cashiering Software. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize proceeding with Priority #1 Building Improvement Items in an estimated amount of $191,700.00 as recommended by Wold Architects and Engineers. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to approve and authorize proceeding with add-on design and spec with ISG for accent lighting to the courthouse dome in the amount of $5,000.00. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize shared cost with the City of Fairmont for promotion of the 2020 Census in an amount not to exceed $3,750. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and ratify the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) Grant Contract in the amount of $291,000.00 for FY20-21 between DEED and the Martin County Economic Development Authority on behalf of the Regional Center for Entrepreneurial Facilitation. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the Board Chair, Auditor/Treasurer, and Coordinator to sign the Letter of Understanding of Services Agreement for audit services by the State of Minnesota Office of the State Auditor for the year ending December 31, 2019. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and appoint Commissioner Mahoney and Commissioner Smith to serve on and work with the Fairmont HRA on housing needs in Martin County; and approve and authorize per diems and expenses to attend the meetings. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to set the date of February 25, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. to tour the LeSueur County Justice Center in LeCenter, Minnesota. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Mahoney, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on February 4, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills as presented. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Mahoney, to adjourn the meeting at 10:26 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
January 10, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020
January 10, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 26, 2020
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MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE OFFICAL PUBLICATION
February 11, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 19, 2020
A Public Accuracy Test for the purpose of demonstration for the accuracy of the computer election equipment to be used by Martin County in the Presidential Nomination Primary Election on March 3, 2020, will be held in the Commissioner’s Room in the Martin County Courthouse by the Martin County Auditor/Treasurer at 10:30 a. m. on Tuesday, February 25th, 2020.
Jessica Korte
Martin County Auditor/Treasurer
February 11, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 19, 2020
A Public Accuracy Test for the purpose of demonstration for the accuracy of the computer election equipment to be used by Martin County in the Presidential Nomination Primary Election on March 3, 2020, will be held in the Commissioner’s Room in the Martin County Courthouse by the Martin County Auditor/Treasurer at 10:30 a. m. on Tuesday, February 25th, 2020.
Jessica Korte
Martin County Auditor/Treasurer
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
February 11, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 19, 2020
February 11, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 19, 2020
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
February 11, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 19, 2020
Below are the polling places and hours for the various townships and cities in Martin County for the Presidential Nomination Primary, Tuesday, March 3, 2020.
February 11, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 19, 2020
Below are the polling places and hours for the various townships and cities in Martin County for the Presidential Nomination Primary, Tuesday, March 3, 2020.
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION NOTICE OF EXTENDED HOURS FOR ABSENTEE VOTING
February 11, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 19, 2020
The Martin County Auditor/Treasurer’s Office will be open from 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 29th, 2020 for the purpose of allowing individuals unable to vote at their designated precincts on March 3rd, 2020 to cast absentee ballots for the Presidential Nomination Primary election to be held on March 3rd, 2020.
Jessica Korte
Martin County Auditor/Treasurer
OFFICIAL PUBLICATION NOTICE OF EXTENDED HOURS FOR ABSENTEE VOTING
February 11, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 19, 2020
The Martin County Auditor/Treasurer’s Office will be open from 10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 29th, 2020 for the purpose of allowing individuals unable to vote at their designated precincts on March 3rd, 2020 to cast absentee ballots for the Presidential Nomination Primary election to be held on March 3rd, 2020.
Jessica Korte
Martin County Auditor/Treasurer
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020
February 4, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 12, 2020
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Richard Koons, Steve Flohrs, Elliot Belgard, and Kathy Smith. Commissioner Mahoney was absent. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the agenda for the January 21, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting with the following: Delete 8.1 Consider Consent to Initial Refugee Resettlement. Those voting in favor: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. Those voting against: Commissioner Smith. Commissioner Mahoney was absent. Motion carries.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the minutes of the January 7, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting; and approve the minutes of the January 14, 2020, special Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve correction to the Malliet Property parcel number and appraised value as transcribed in the minutes from the December 3, 2019, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to receive and file the Department of Corrections Sentencing to Service Work Service Report for Fourth Quarter 2019. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the Prosecution Contract as proposed with the City of Dunnell for one year commencing January 1, 2020, in the amount of $150/hour for attorney time spent in furnishing services per the Contract, as well as reimburse the County Attorney’s Office for out of pocket expenses. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize recruitment of an additional attorney for the Martin County Attorney’s Office. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution to acquire nonconservation tax forfeited property to be used for public purpose as a site location for the proposed Martin County Justice Center. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign agreements with MRCI for janitorial services for the Martin County Courthouse/Security Building/Law Enforcement Center and the Human Resource Center, effective February 1, 2020 through January 31, 2021; and reflects a per hour wage rate increase from $9.65 per hour to $10.00 per hour. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution for an Aggregate Resource Mapping Study through the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to help find gravel deposits around Martin County. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Belgard, Smith, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve new Park Caretaker/Highway Maintenance Specialist job description for the Martin County Highway Department to be rated and classified by David Drown and Associates. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize recruitment and posting of the new Park Caretaker/Highway Maintenance Specialist position. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the re-appointment of Bruce Goraczkowski and Hugh Fraser to the Martin County Parks/Trail Committee for an additional two years expiring December 31, 2022. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the hire of Madison Geerdes as part time Administrative Secretary II for the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, effective January 27, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the hire/promotion of Tanya Rathman as Jail Administrator for the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, effective January 21, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to receive and file the Martin County Recorder’s Office Compliance Fund and 2019 Vital Records report. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize the Board Chair and other required County staff to sign the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Grant Agreement for the Feedlot Program in the amount of $141,816.00, effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the out of state travel request for Mike Sheplee, County Assessor, to attend the Eagleview FutureView 2020 GIS Conference to be held March 9-12, 2020, in Phoenix, Arizona. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to table consideration of Martin County Revolving Loan Forgiveness until the next regular Board of Commissioners meeting to be held on February 4, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and appoint Commissioner Koons and Commissioner Mahoney to the 2020 Martin County Canvassing Board for the General Election and regular August Primary; and to approve and appoint Commissioner Belgard and Commissioner Flohrs to the 2020 Martin County Canvassing Board for the Presidential Primary in March. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to receive and file the CY2018 State Audit Report. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on January 21, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills as presented. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to adjourn the meeting at 10:47 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2020
February 4, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 12, 2020
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Steve Flohrs. Commissioners present were Richard Koons, Steve Flohrs, Elliot Belgard, and Kathy Smith. Commissioner Mahoney was absent. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the agenda for the January 21, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting with the following: Delete 8.1 Consider Consent to Initial Refugee Resettlement. Those voting in favor: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. Those voting against: Commissioner Smith. Commissioner Mahoney was absent. Motion carries.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the minutes of the January 7, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting; and approve the minutes of the January 14, 2020, special Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve correction to the Malliet Property parcel number and appraised value as transcribed in the minutes from the December 3, 2019, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to receive and file the Department of Corrections Sentencing to Service Work Service Report for Fourth Quarter 2019. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the Prosecution Contract as proposed with the City of Dunnell for one year commencing January 1, 2020, in the amount of $150/hour for attorney time spent in furnishing services per the Contract, as well as reimburse the County Attorney’s Office for out of pocket expenses. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize recruitment of an additional attorney for the Martin County Attorney’s Office. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution to acquire nonconservation tax forfeited property to be used for public purpose as a site location for the proposed Martin County Justice Center. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign agreements with MRCI for janitorial services for the Martin County Courthouse/Security Building/Law Enforcement Center and the Human Resource Center, effective February 1, 2020 through January 31, 2021; and reflects a per hour wage rate increase from $9.65 per hour to $10.00 per hour. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution for an Aggregate Resource Mapping Study through the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to help find gravel deposits around Martin County. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Belgard, Smith, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve new Park Caretaker/Highway Maintenance Specialist job description for the Martin County Highway Department to be rated and classified by David Drown and Associates. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize recruitment and posting of the new Park Caretaker/Highway Maintenance Specialist position. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the re-appointment of Bruce Goraczkowski and Hugh Fraser to the Martin County Parks/Trail Committee for an additional two years expiring December 31, 2022. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the hire of Madison Geerdes as part time Administrative Secretary II for the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, effective January 27, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the hire/promotion of Tanya Rathman as Jail Administrator for the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, effective January 21, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to receive and file the Martin County Recorder’s Office Compliance Fund and 2019 Vital Records report. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize the Board Chair and other required County staff to sign the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Grant Agreement for the Feedlot Program in the amount of $141,816.00, effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize the out of state travel request for Mike Sheplee, County Assessor, to attend the Eagleview FutureView 2020 GIS Conference to be held March 9-12, 2020, in Phoenix, Arizona. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to table consideration of Martin County Revolving Loan Forgiveness until the next regular Board of Commissioners meeting to be held on February 4, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and appoint Commissioner Koons and Commissioner Mahoney to the 2020 Martin County Canvassing Board for the General Election and regular August Primary; and to approve and appoint Commissioner Belgard and Commissioner Flohrs to the 2020 Martin County Canvassing Board for the Presidential Primary in March. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to receive and file the CY2018 State Audit Report. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on January 21, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills as presented. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to adjourn the meeting at 10:47 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
February 7, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 12, 2020
The Martin County Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment will be conducting a public hearing on February 25, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Martin County Commissioners Room, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue – Fairmont, MN. The following items will be on the agenda:
Variance Request from Jayden Garlick within Section 18 of Pleasant Prairie Township. Mr. Garlick is proposing to build a grain bin encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the Ordinary High Water Level on South Creek and closer than the required setback to the rearyard setback in an “SL-1” Shoreland Special Protection District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 200 feet from a lake/protected water and 75 feet from the rearyard setback in an “SL-1” Shoreland Special Protection District.
Variance Request from Eldon Potthoff within Section 18 of Lake Fremont Township. Mr. Potthoff is proposing to build two grain bins encroaching closer than the required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request from Cody & Angie Toothaker within Section 5 of East Chain Township. The Toothakers would like to construct a dwelling closer than the required setback from a feedlot facility in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Feedlot Ordinance requires a minimum of 1,320 feet from a feedlot facility to a dwelling other than the operator’s in an “A” Agricultural District.
Any persons interested in this public hearing are urged to attend the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment meeting.
Pamela A. Flitter
Martin County Zoning Administrator
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
February 7, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 12, 2020
The Martin County Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment will be conducting a public hearing on February 25, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Martin County Commissioners Room, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue – Fairmont, MN. The following items will be on the agenda:
Variance Request from Jayden Garlick within Section 18 of Pleasant Prairie Township. Mr. Garlick is proposing to build a grain bin encroaching closer than the minimum required setback from the Ordinary High Water Level on South Creek and closer than the required setback to the rearyard setback in an “SL-1” Shoreland Special Protection District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a minimum setback of 200 feet from a lake/protected water and 75 feet from the rearyard setback in an “SL-1” Shoreland Special Protection District.
Variance Request from Eldon Potthoff within Section 18 of Lake Fremont Township. Mr. Potthoff is proposing to build two grain bins encroaching closer than the required setback from the centerline of the public right-of-way in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a 200 foot setback from the centerline of any public right-of-way for a new building site effective February 17, 2004 and one hundred and thirty (130) feet from the centerline of any public right-of-way for existing building sites constructed before February 17, 2004. Existing building sites cannot further encroach closer than the nearest present building from the centerline of the road provided greater than 130 feet from the centerline in an “A” Agricultural District.
Variance Request from Cody & Angie Toothaker within Section 5 of East Chain Township. The Toothakers would like to construct a dwelling closer than the required setback from a feedlot facility in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Feedlot Ordinance requires a minimum of 1,320 feet from a feedlot facility to a dwelling other than the operator’s in an “A” Agricultural District.
Any persons interested in this public hearing are urged to attend the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment meeting.
Pamela A. Flitter
Martin County Zoning Administrator
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2020
January 27, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 5, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2020 @ 9:00 A.M.
The special meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Flohrs. Commissioners present were Richard Koons, Steve Flohrs, Elliot Belgard, and Kathy Smith. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the agenda for the January 14, 2020, special Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Senator Rosen was present to review and discuss the upcoming legislative session.
With no further business to wit, Board Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:26 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE, ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
PROCEEDINGS OF THE SPECIAL MEETING OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2020
January 27, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 5, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2020 @ 9:00 A.M.
The special meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairman Flohrs. Commissioners present were Richard Koons, Steve Flohrs, Elliot Belgard, and Kathy Smith. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken:
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the agenda for the January 14, 2020, special Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Senator Rosen was present to review and discuss the upcoming legislative session.
With no further business to wit, Board Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:26 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE, ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2020
January 27, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 5, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairwoman Kathy Smith. Commissioners present were Steve Flohrs, Richard Koons, Elliot Belgard, and Kathy Smith. Commissioner Mahoney was absent. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to nominate and to cast a unanimous ballot for Steve Flohrs as Chair for 2020. All voting in favor. Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to nominate and to cast a unanimous ballot for Elliot Belgard as Vice Chair for 2020. All voting in favor. Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the agenda for the January 7, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting with the following: Delete 5.2 Legislative Update – Representative Robert Gunther. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the minutes of the December 3, 2019, regular Board of Commissioners meeting; and approve the minutes of the December 17, 2019, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to rescind the Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Ghost Town Tavern, LLC located at 1203 260th Avenue, Granada, Minnesota due to the need for a public hearing. Carried unanimously
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to set a public hearing date of Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at 9:05 a.m. to hold a public hearing in consideration of an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Ghost Town Tavern, LLC located at 1203 260th Avenue, Granada, Minnesota. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve Life-Size Veterans Memorial Sculpture Commission Agreement in the amount of $123,000 with Brodin Studios in Kimball, Minnesota to design and construct an original bronze work of art to be installed and displayed at the Martin County Veterans Memorial Site; and approve and authorize the county to issue a $20,000 down payment to commission the artist and that the Martin County Veterans Memorial Committee will reimburse Martin County for the commission down payment; and authorize Martin County Veterans Memorial Committee’s designated representative to sign the Commission Agreement. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the final contract payment for SAP 046-599-077 Grading & Bridge Replacement Project in Waverly Township with Mathiowetz Construction of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota in the amount of $306,963.10. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and accept the resignation of Jim Plumhoff, Highway Maintenance Specialist for the Martin County Highway Department, effective January 31, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize recruitment to fill the Highway Maintenance Specialist vacancy. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the purchase of a budgeted tar kettle at the state contract price of $52,969.00 from Stepp Manufacturing in North Branch, Minnesota. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution accepting the State of Minnesota Snowmobile Safety Enforcement Grant Contract for FY2020/2021 in the amount of $4,138.00 annually, effective July 1, 2019 and expires June 30, 2021. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the Martin County Highway Supervisors Union Tentative Agreement and Contract effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2022; and to authorize Board Chair to sign the respective Union Contract for the Highway Supervisors Association Union; and is contingent upon final review and mutual agreement of language revisions by the County Coordinator. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the Martin County Library AFSCME Local 1204C Tentative Agreement and Contract effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2022; and authorize Board Chair to sign the respective Union Contract for the Martin County Library AFSCME Local 1204C Union; and is contingent upon final review and mutual agreement of language revisions by the County Coordinator. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to enter into a Respectful Workplace training agreement with tHRive Law & Consulting to schedule mandatory Respectful Workplace training for all Martin County employees and staff. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to accept the 2019-2020 FMW SHIP Wellness Mini-Grant Award in the amount of $1,090. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Martin County’s application for funding from the Voting Equipment Grant. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to set the date of Tuesday, January 21, 2020, for a special joint meeting with Martin SWCD, beginning at 7:00 a.m. at the Ranch Restaurant in Fairmont, Minnesota. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Machine Signed Signatures and Depository Designations. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Employee Expenses for CY2020, effective January 1, 2020. Roll Call Ayes: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Hand Labor Hourly Rate for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Pocket Gopher Bounty for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Belgard, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Designation of Public Notice Posting & Facility for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Belgard, Smith, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution authorizing the Auditor Treasurer’s Office to make Electronic Funds Transfers for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Auditor Warrant Policy for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Belgard, Koons, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the regularly scheduled Martin County meeting dates, times, and locations for 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the Fairmont Photo Press as Official County Newspaper for 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Belgard, Smith, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution for Out-of-State Travel for applicable Elected Officials, effective January 1, 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Belgard, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution appointing Commissioners and other County Officials to Boards and Committees for the year 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution authorizing execution of Grant Agreement from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for Martin County’s Youth Intervention Program effective January 1, 2020 through December 31 2021, in the amount of $90,000. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners, Smith, Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and accept donations of $300.00 for Martin County Victim Witness Program, and $4,950.00 for Martin County Veterans Service Office received in 2019. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to ratify Memorandum of Understanding between Martin County EDA and the Regional Center for Entrepreneurial Facilitation (RCEF) in the amount of $150,000 per year for two years beginning July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2021; and that Martin County EDA serve as Host and fiscal agent for DEED grant funds. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to table Action on Executive Order 13888, “Enhancing State and Local Involvement in Refugee Resettlement” until the January 21, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on January 7, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills as presented; and ratify payment of additional billing cycle auditor Warrant and EFT Transactions for December 31, 2019. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Board Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:24 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS - TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2020
January 27, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - February 5, 2020
PROCEEDINGS OF THE MARTIN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2020 at 9:00 a.m.
The regular meeting of the Martin County Board of Commissioners was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Chairwoman Kathy Smith. Commissioners present were Steve Flohrs, Richard Koons, Elliot Belgard, and Kathy Smith. Commissioner Mahoney was absent. Also present were Scott Higgins, Martin County Coordinator, Jessica Korte, Martin County Auditor/Treasurer, Terry Viesselman, County Attorney, Rod Halvorsen, City of Lakes Media, Jason Sorensen, Sentinel Newspaper, Julie Walters, Administrative Assistant, and members of staff and public.
On Motions duly made and adopted the following actions were taken.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to nominate and to cast a unanimous ballot for Steve Flohrs as Chair for 2020. All voting in favor. Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to nominate and to cast a unanimous ballot for Elliot Belgard as Vice Chair for 2020. All voting in favor. Motion carried.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the agenda for the January 7, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting with the following: Delete 5.2 Legislative Update – Representative Robert Gunther. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the minutes of the December 3, 2019, regular Board of Commissioners meeting; and approve the minutes of the December 17, 2019, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to rescind the Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Ghost Town Tavern, LLC located at 1203 260th Avenue, Granada, Minnesota due to the need for a public hearing. Carried unanimously
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to set a public hearing date of Tuesday, February 4, 2020, at 9:05 a.m. to hold a public hearing in consideration of an Off-Sale Intoxicating Liquor License for Ghost Town Tavern, LLC located at 1203 260th Avenue, Granada, Minnesota. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve Life-Size Veterans Memorial Sculpture Commission Agreement in the amount of $123,000 with Brodin Studios in Kimball, Minnesota to design and construct an original bronze work of art to be installed and displayed at the Martin County Veterans Memorial Site; and approve and authorize the county to issue a $20,000 down payment to commission the artist and that the Martin County Veterans Memorial Committee will reimburse Martin County for the commission down payment; and authorize Martin County Veterans Memorial Committee’s designated representative to sign the Commission Agreement. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the final contract payment for SAP 046-599-077 Grading & Bridge Replacement Project in Waverly Township with Mathiowetz Construction of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota in the amount of $306,963.10. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and accept the resignation of Jim Plumhoff, Highway Maintenance Specialist for the Martin County Highway Department, effective January 31, 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize recruitment to fill the Highway Maintenance Specialist vacancy. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the purchase of a budgeted tar kettle at the state contract price of $52,969.00 from Stepp Manufacturing in North Branch, Minnesota. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution accepting the State of Minnesota Snowmobile Safety Enforcement Grant Contract for FY2020/2021 in the amount of $4,138.00 annually, effective July 1, 2019 and expires June 30, 2021. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve the Martin County Highway Supervisors Union Tentative Agreement and Contract effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2022; and to authorize Board Chair to sign the respective Union Contract for the Highway Supervisors Association Union; and is contingent upon final review and mutual agreement of language revisions by the County Coordinator. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the Martin County Library AFSCME Local 1204C Tentative Agreement and Contract effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2022; and authorize Board Chair to sign the respective Union Contract for the Martin County Library AFSCME Local 1204C Union; and is contingent upon final review and mutual agreement of language revisions by the County Coordinator. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to enter into a Respectful Workplace training agreement with tHRive Law & Consulting to schedule mandatory Respectful Workplace training for all Martin County employees and staff. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to accept the 2019-2020 FMW SHIP Wellness Mini-Grant Award in the amount of $1,090. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Martin County’s application for funding from the Voting Equipment Grant. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to set the date of Tuesday, January 21, 2020, for a special joint meeting with Martin SWCD, beginning at 7:00 a.m. at the Ranch Restaurant in Fairmont, Minnesota. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Machine Signed Signatures and Depository Designations. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Employee Expenses for CY2020, effective January 1, 2020. Roll Call Ayes: Commissioners Koons, Belgard, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Hand Labor Hourly Rate for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Pocket Gopher Bounty for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Belgard, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Designation of Public Notice Posting & Facility for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Belgard, Smith, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution authorizing the Auditor Treasurer’s Office to make Electronic Funds Transfers for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution approving Auditor Warrant Policy for CY2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Belgard, Koons, Smith, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve the regularly scheduled Martin County meeting dates, times, and locations for 2020. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve the Fairmont Photo Press as Official County Newspaper for 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Belgard, Smith, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution for Out-of-State Travel for applicable Elected Officials, effective January 1, 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Belgard, Koons, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution appointing Commissioners and other County Officials to Boards and Committees for the year 2020. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Koons, Smith, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to approve and authorize Board Chair to sign resolution authorizing execution of Grant Agreement from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety for Martin County’s Youth Intervention Program effective January 1, 2020 through December 31 2021, in the amount of $90,000. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners, Smith, Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to approve and accept donations of $300.00 for Martin County Victim Witness Program, and $4,950.00 for Martin County Veterans Service Office received in 2019. Roll Call AYES: Commissioners Smith, Koons, Belgard, and Flohrs. NAYS: None. Commissioner Mahoney was absent.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Koons, to ratify Memorandum of Understanding between Martin County EDA and the Regional Center for Entrepreneurial Facilitation (RCEF) in the amount of $150,000 per year for two years beginning July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2021; and that Martin County EDA serve as Host and fiscal agent for DEED grant funds. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Belgard, seconded by Commissioner Smith, to table Action on Executive Order 13888, “Enhancing State and Local Involvement in Refugee Resettlement” until the January 21, 2020, regular Board of Commissioners meeting. Carried unanimously.
Motion by Commissioner Koons, seconded by Commissioner Belgard, to approve Warrants, Auditor Warrants, and EFT Transactions to be paid on January 7, 2020, and includes the Martin County Highway Department and Drainage bills as presented; and ratify payment of additional billing cycle auditor Warrant and EFT Transactions for December 31, 2019. Carried unanimously.
With no further business to wit, Board Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:24 a.m.
BOARD OF COMMISIONERS
MARTIN COUNTY, MN
THE COMPLETE MINUTES OF THESE PROCEEDINGS ARE ON FILE IN THE COUNTY COORDINATOR’S OFFICE, 201 LAKE AVENUE,
ROOM 100, FAIRMONT, MN AND MAY ALSO BE VIEWED ON THE MARTIN COUNTY WEBSITE AT: www.co.martin.mn.us
SCOTT HIGGINS
MARTIN COUNTY COORDINATOR
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR ISSUANCE OF AN OFF-SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE
January 10, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - January 15, 22 and 29, 2020
The Martin County Board will hold a Public Hearing on February 4, 2020 at 9:05 a.m. in the County Commissioner’s Room located in the Courthouse. The purpose of this hearing will be to consider the issuance of an off-sale intoxicating liquor license to Ghost Town Tavern located at 1203 260th Ave, Granada MN 56039.
Interested parties are encouraged to attend.
By Order of the Martin County Board of Commissioners.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING FOR ISSUANCE OF AN OFF-SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE
January 10, 2020
Published in the Fairmont Photo Press - January 15, 22 and 29, 2020
The Martin County Board will hold a Public Hearing on February 4, 2020 at 9:05 a.m. in the County Commissioner’s Room located in the Courthouse. The purpose of this hearing will be to consider the issuance of an off-sale intoxicating liquor license to Ghost Town Tavern located at 1203 260th Ave, Granada MN 56039.
Interested parties are encouraged to attend.
By Order of the Martin County Board of Commissioners.
MARTIN COUNTY PUBLIC NOTICE
Conditional Use of Permit
January 8, 2020
To be published in the Fairmont Photo Press - January 15, 2020
The Martin County Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment will be conducting a public hearing on January 28, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Martin County Commissioners Room, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue – Fairmont, MN. The following items will be on the agenda:
Conditional Use Permit from Mike Bettin, applicant, and Buffalo Lake Leasing, property owner within Section 32 of Rutland Township. Mr. Bettin is proposing to operate a concrete ready-mix plant to be located in an “I” Industrial Zoning District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a conditional use permit for any concrete plant or any ready-mix plant in an “I” Industrial District.
Conditional Use Permit from Darin & Val Pesta, applicants and property owners, within Section 3 of Nashville Township. The Pestas are proposing to operate a business on an existing building site located in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Ordinance requires a Conditional Use Permit in an “A” Agricultural District for any non-agricultural related retailers and/or businesses on existing farmsteads.
Any persons interested in this public hearing are urged to attend the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment meeting.
Pamela A. Flitter
Martin County Zoning Administrator
Conditional Use of Permit
January 8, 2020
To be published in the Fairmont Photo Press - January 15, 2020
The Martin County Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment will be conducting a public hearing on January 28, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The hearing will be held in the Martin County Commissioners Room, located on the first floor of the Courthouse, 201 Lake Avenue – Fairmont, MN. The following items will be on the agenda:
Conditional Use Permit from Mike Bettin, applicant, and Buffalo Lake Leasing, property owner within Section 32 of Rutland Township. Mr. Bettin is proposing to operate a concrete ready-mix plant to be located in an “I” Industrial Zoning District. The Martin County Zoning Ordinance requires a conditional use permit for any concrete plant or any ready-mix plant in an “I” Industrial District.
Conditional Use Permit from Darin & Val Pesta, applicants and property owners, within Section 3 of Nashville Township. The Pestas are proposing to operate a business on an existing building site located in an “A” Agricultural District. The Martin County Ordinance requires a Conditional Use Permit in an “A” Agricultural District for any non-agricultural related retailers and/or businesses on existing farmsteads.
Any persons interested in this public hearing are urged to attend the Planning Commission/Board of Adjustment meeting.
Pamela A. Flitter
Martin County Zoning Administrator
