August 5, 2025
Notice is hereby given that a hearing has been set for August 22, 2025 at 9:03 a.m. in the meeting room at Polk County Environmental Services, 320 Ingersoll Ave, Crookston, Minnesota, to consider the application of Chad & Stacey Lian, 14707 Maple Inn Rd SE, Mentor, MN 56736 for a Conditional Use Permit for a septic system proposed to be hooked to an accessory structure on a parcel of land located at: 14707 Maple Inn Rd SE, Mentor, MN 56736 and described as: That part of Lot 3, Block 1, Foy’s Subdivision, according to the official plat on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for the County of Polk, State of Minnesota described as follows: Commencing at the northwest corner of Lot 1, Block 1, of said Foy’s Subdivision; thence South 17 degrees 43 minutes 32 seconds West, assumed bearing, along the westerly line of Lots 1 and 2, said Block 1, a distance of 376.95 feet, more or less, to the western most corner of said Lot 2, the same being the point of beginning; thence North 58 degrees 12 minutes 46 seconds West, a distance of 196.44 feet, more or less, to the southerly right of way of Polk County Road 231, as platted in Foy’s Subdivision; thence southwesterly along said road right of way on a non-tangential curve being concave to the northwest, having a radius of 254.00 feet, a central angle of 38 degrees 20 minutes 56 seconds, a Chord Bearing of South 14 degrees 40 minutes 15 seconds West, and having an arc length of 170.00 feet; thence along a non-tangential line South 55 degrees 33 minutes 17 seconds East, a distance of 339 feet, more or less, to the shoreline of Maple Lake; thence northeasterly along the shoreline of Maple Lake, a distance of 197 feet, more or less, to the southerly line of said Lot 2; thence North 62 degrees 53 minutes 36 seconds West, along the southerly line of said Lot 2, a distance of 228 feet, more or less, to the point of beginning. Said parcel contains 1.49 acres, more or less, and is subject to easements, restrictions, or reservations of record, if any. AND A 20.00 foot ingress egress easement over, under, and across that part of Lot 3 Block 1, Foy’s Subdivision, according to the official plat on file and of record in the office of the County Recorder in and for the County of Polk, State of Minnesota, the centerline is described as follows: Commencing at the Northwest corner of Lot 1, Block 1, of said Foy’s Subdivision; thence South 17 degrees 43 minutes 32 seconds West, assumed bearing, along the westerly line of Lots 1 and 2, said Block 1, a distance of 376.95 feet, more or less, to the western most corner of said Lot 2; thence North 58 degrees 12 minutes 46 seconds West 154.00 feet to the point of beginning; thence North 01 degree 03 minutes 32 seconds East 59.00 feet; thence North 29 degrees 05 minutes 04 seconds West, a distance of 95.00 feet, more or less, to the southerly right of way of Polk County Road 231, as platted in said Foy’s Subdivision, the same being the point of termination. The sidelines are prolonged or shortened to terminate on a line bearing North 58 degrees 12 minutes 46 seconds West at the point of beginning and the southerly right of way line of Polk County Road No. 231, as platted in said Foy’s Subdivision at the point of termination, parcel #74.00954.00. All property owners within ¼ mile of the proposed Conditional Use Permit are invited to appear at said hearing.
Dated: July 28, 2025
Jacob J. Snyder
Planning & Zoning Administrator
8/05, 2025
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July 22, 2025
REQUEST FOR BUS BID:
The board of Education of Independent School District No. 601 of Fosston, Minnesota requests sealed bids for 2014 International (A-14) 72 Passenger School Bus. It has a 466 Engine with an Allison automatic transmission. VIN #4DRBUAAP5EB778879. 128,195 miles on the engine. Bus will be sold as is.
Bids are opened by the Superintendent on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Superintendent’s Office. Award of Service will be acted upon at the regular school board meeting August 18, 2025. Submit all bids to Superintendent Todd Selk, 301 E 1st St, Fosston, Minnesota 56542.
The Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
Allison Marquis, Clerk
7/29-8/05, 2025
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July 22, 2025
REQUEST FOR BUS BID:
The board of Education of Independent School District No. 601 of Fosston, Minnesota requests sealed bids for 2014 International (B-14) 77 Passenger School Bus. It has a 466 Engine with an Allison automatic transmission. VIN #4DRBUAAP7EB778883. 174,183 miles on the engine. Bus will be sold as is.
Bids are opened by the Superintendent on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at the Superintendent’s Office. Award of Service will be acted upon at the regular school board meeting August 18, 2025. Submit all bids to Superintendent Todd Selk, 301 E 1st St, Fosston, Minnesota 56542.
The Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids.
Allison Marquis, Clerk
7/29-8/05, 2025
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JULY 22, 2025
REQUEST FOR BREAD BID:
The Board of Education of Independent School District No. 601 of Fosston, Minnesota is now accepting bread bids for the 2025-26 school year.
1. Bids to be opened Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Superintendent’s Office. Award of Service will be acted upon at the regular school board meeting on August 18, 2025.
2. Bids should be based on the fact that there are 580 students in the school district and approximately 75% of the students eat hot lunch. Lunch is served 171 days each year.
3. Submit bids in a sealed envelope marked “BREAD BID” to: Superintendent Todd Selk, Fosston High School, 301 E 1st St, Fosston, Minnesota 56542.
4. The Fosston Board of Education reserves the right to waive any irregularities and accept or reject any or all bids.
5. PLEASE USE OUR FORM
Allison Marquis, Clerk
7/29-8/05, 2025
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REQUEST FOR FUEL QUOTES:
The School Board of Independent School District No. 601 of Fosston, Minnesota requests sealed quotes for transportation fuel for the 2025-2026 school year.
1. The District does not have the capacity to store fuel, all prices need to be at your pump.
2. The District is exempt from paying State and Federal taxes.
3. Requesting the option to prepay for truckload quantities. Please include prepay bids for truckload quantities with storage and dispense at your facility.
4. Quotes are to be opened Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Superintendent’s Office at the Fosston High School. Award of Service will be acted upon at the regular school board meeting August 18, 2025.
5. Quote should be mailed or delivered to: Todd Selk, Superintendent, Fosston High School, 301 E First Street, Fosston, MN 56542. “Snow Removal Quote” must be indicated on the quoted document or envelope.
6. The Fosston Board of Education reserves the right to waive any irregularities and to reject any or all quotes.
Allison Marquis, Clerk
7/29-8/05, 2025
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July 17, 2025
REQUEST FOR DEMOLITION BID:
The School Board of Independent School District No. 601 of Fosston, Minnesota requests bids for demolition of Methodist Church and parsonage. Haul all debris away, backfill as needed, and the lot should be buildable upon completion.
1. The District is exempt from paying State and Federal taxes.
2. Quotes are to be opened August 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Superintendent’s Office at the Fosston High School. Award of Service will be acted upon at the regular school board meeting August 18, 2025.
3. Bids should be mailed or delivered to: Todd Selk, Superintendent, Fosston High School, 301 E First Street, Fosston, MN 56542.
4. The Fosston Board of Education reserves the right to waive any irregularities and to reject any or all quotes.
Allison Marquis, Clerk
7/22-8/05, 2025
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July 17, 2025
REQUEST FOR PARKING LOT BID:
The School Board of Independent School District No. 601 of Fosston, Minnesota requests bids for upgrading bus garage parking lot per specs provided by the school district.
1. The District is exempt from paying State and Federal taxes.
2. Quotes are to be opened August 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Superintendent’s Office at the Fosston High School. Award of Service will be acted upon at the regular school board meeting August 18, 2025.
3. Bids should be mailed or delivered to: Todd Selk, Superintendent, Fosston High School, 301 E First Street, Fosston, MN 56542.
4. The Fosston Board of Education reserves the right to waive any irregularities and to reject any or all quotes.
Allison Marquis, Clerk
7/22-8/05, 2025
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July 22, 2025
REQUEST FOR SNOW REMOVAL QUOTES:
The School Board of Independent School District No. 601 of Fosston, Minnesota requests sealed quotes for snow removal for the 2025-2026 school year.
1. Quotes are to be opened Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM in the Superintendent’s Office at the Fosston High School. Award of Service will be acted upon at the regular school board meeting August 18, 2025.
2. Quotes should reflect removal of snow from the Fosston High School, Magelssen Elementary School and Bus Garage areas. Initial snow removal must be completed on or before 6:00 AM. Removal of snow piles within 24 hours, with billing of services in a timely manner monthly.
3. Quote must state type of equipment to be used and an hourly rate.
4. Quote should be mailed or delivered to: Todd Selk, Superintendent, Fosston High School, 301 E First Street, Fosston, MN 56542. “Snow Removal Quote” must be indicated on the quoted document or envelope.
5. The Fosston Board of Education reserves the right to waive any irregularities and to reject any or all quotes.
Allison Marquis, Clerk
7/29-8/05, 2025
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JULY 22, 2025
REQUEST FOR MILK BID:
The Board of Education of Independent School District No. 601 of Fosston, Minnesota is now accepting milk bids for the 2025-26 school year.
1. Bids to be opened Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Superintendent’s Office. Award of Service will be acted upon at the regular school board meeting on August 18, 2025.
2. Approximately 8500 gallons of pasteurized skim, 1%, chocolate fat free, cream, ½ & 1/2, all in half-pints and 1% gallons delivered.
3. The bids must be based on the latest Federal Milk Order.
4. The formula used in determining the bid quotation must be included.
5. Milk bids need to include the use of an acceptable milk cooler which is provided by your company.
6. Submit bids in a sealed envelope marked “MILK BID” to: Superintendent Todd Selk, Fosston High School, 301 E 1st St, Fosston, Minnesota 56542.
7. The Fosston Board of Education reserves the right to waive any irregularities and accept or reject any or all bids.
8. PLEASE USE OUR FORM
Allison Marquis, Clerk
7/29-8/05, 2025
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NOTICE TO RESIDENTS OF HEIER TOWNSHIP
The regular monthly meeting of Heier Town Board will be held THURSDAY, August 14th at 7 pm at the Town Hall to pay bills.
Randy Winkler, Clerk
2434 150th St,
Fosston, MN 56542
7/29-8/05, 2025
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STATE OF MINNESOTA
COUNTY OF POLK
NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
DISTRICT COURT
PROBATE DIVISION
Estate of
Cathy Haugen, a/k/a Cathy L. Haugen, a/k/a Cathy Leigh Haugen,
Decedent
Court File No. 60-PR-25-1140
NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING ON PETITION FOR DESCENT OF PROPERTY
A Petition for Determination of Descent has been filed with this Court. The Petition represents that the Decedent died more than three years ago, leaving property in Minnesota and requests the probate of Decedent’s last Will (if any), and the descent of such property be determined and assigned by this Court to the persons entitled to the property.
Any objections to the Petition must be filed with the Court prior to or raised at the hearing. If proper, and no objections are filed or raised, the Petition may be granted.
1. IT IS ORDERED and Notice is further given, that the Petition will be heard on August 27, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., by this Court at 816 Marin Ave, Crookston, Minnesota. A hearing will be held via virtual meeting. To join the virtual meeting, any individuals will connect using the following: https://zoomgov.com/join or via telephone at 1-833-568-8864 using the Judge’s meeting ID which is: 160 472 6181 Passcode: 640613.
2. Notice shall be given to all interested persons (Minn. Stat. § 524.1-401) and persons who have filed a demand for notice pursuant to Minnesota Statutes section 524.3-204.
3. Notice shall be given by publishing this Notice and Order as provided by law and by: ? Mailing a copy of this Notice and Order at least 14 days prior to the hearing date.
BY THE COURT
Anne Rasmusson/cw
Judge of District Court
Dated: 7/21/2025
Kathy Narlock/cw
Court Administrator
Dated: 7/21/2025
Attorney for Petitioner
Daniel L. Rust
Fischer Rust Law Firm, PLLC
407 N. Broadway, P.O. Box 605
Crookston, MN, 56716
Attorney License No: 94560
Telephone: (218) 281-2400
FAX: (218) 281-5831
Email: [email protected]
7/29-8/05, 2025
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Notice is hereby given that a hearing has been set for August 22, 2025 at 9:25 a.m. in the meeting room at Polk County Environmental Services, 320 Ingersoll Ave, Crookston, Minnesota, to consider the PRELIMINARY/FINAL PLAT for Aaron Swenby, 10514 440th St SE, Fertile, MN 56540, who wishes to plat “Chalet Estates”, which would create 2 residential lots and private roadway, on a portion of one parcel of land described as: The Northwest Quarter of the Southwest Quarter of the Northeast Quarter (NW1/4SW1/4NW1/4) and Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of the Northwest Quarter (NE1/4SE1/4NW1/4), Section Twenty-nine (29), Township One Hundred Forty-seven (147) North of Range Forty-four (44) West of the Fifth Principal Meridian, parcel 28.00254.02. All property owners within 500 feet of the proposed plat are invited to the meeting.
Dated: July 28, 2025
Jacob J. Snyder
Planning & Zoning Administrator
8/05, 2025
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #601
FOSSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FOSSTON, MN 56542
BOARD WORK SESSION
FOSSTON HIGH SCHOOL ROOM 400
AUGUST 18, 2025 5:00 PM
MEETING AGENDA
District Mission Statement: The 601 public school community pledges to assist students in discovering that dreams, creative thinking, responsibility and respect inspire success.
*By strengthening and nurturing self-esteem, respect for oneself and others, and a strong sense of responsibility in each one of the students.
*By consistently serving as positive role models for the students, setting high standards for ourselves as well as for them, instilling a drive to always work to their highest potential.
*By working to impress in them a lifelong passion for learning, stimulating academic and social growth.
2025 Personnel/Negotiations Committee Members
Director Marquis -Spokesperson
Director Christen
Director Duppong
2025 Policy Committee Members
Director Christen -Spokesperson
Director Goetsch
Director Nelson
2025 Meet and Confer
Director Vossler -Spokesperson
Director Marquis
Director Nelson
2025 LTFM Committee
Director Duppong – Spokesperson
Director Goetsch
Director Munter
2025 Transportation Committee
Director Munter -Spokesperson
Director Christen
Director Vossler
2025 Board Representatives/Liaisons
MSHSL – Director Vossler
Pine to Prairie – Director Munter
Leadership – Director Marquis
Crisis Management Planning-Director Vossler
Community Ed Advisory-Director Goetsch
Employee Health & Safety-Director Munter
Technology – Director Duppong
AGENDA
1.0 Long Range Planning
8/05, 2025
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #601
FOSSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
FOSSTON, MN 56542
PERSONNEL/NEGOTIATIONS COMMITTEE MEETING
SUPERINTENDENTS OFFICE CONFERENCE ROOM
AUGUST 14, 2025 5:00 PM
MEETING AGENDA
District Mission Statement: The 601 public school community pledges to assist students in discovering that dreams, creative thinking, responsibility and respect inspire success.
*By strengthening and nurturing self-esteem, respect for oneself and others, and a strong sense of responsibility in each one of the students.
*By consistently serving as positive role models for the students, setting high standards for ourselves as well as for them, instilling a drive to always work to their highest potential.
*By working to impress in them a lifelong passion for learning, stimulating academic and social growth.
2025 Personnel/Negotiations Committee Members
Director Marquis -Spokesperson
Director Christen
Director Duppong
2025 Policy Committee Members
Director Christen -Spokesperson
Director Goetsch
Director Nelson
2025 Meet and Confer
Director Vossler -Spokesperson
Director Marquis
Director Nelson
2025 LTFM Committee
Director Duppong – Spokesperson
Director Goetsch
Director Munter
2025 Transportation Committee
Director Munter -Spokesperson
Director Christen
Director Vossler
2025 Board Representatives/Liaisons
MSHSL – Director Vossler
Pine to Prairie – Director Munter
Leadership – Director Marquis
Crisis Management Planning-Director Vossler
Community Ed Advisory-Director Goetsch
Employee Health & Safety-Director Munter
Technology – Director Duppong
AGENDA
1.0 Teacher Negotiations
8/05, 2025
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Notice to the residents of Island Lake Township.
The regular monthly meeting of the Island Lake Township Board will be held Tuesday, August 12th at 8:00 pm in the backroom of the Ruffed Grouse Roadhouse south of Lengby.
Any questions call Tracy Ware 701-261-6198
8/05, 2025