Liberty, Township of

The meeting included updates on paid leave requirements and the township website, as well as obtaining file cabinet keys. The treasurer's report was presented and accepted. The board discussed road conditions and approved a resolution to accept an amendment for billing. Quotes for grading, plowing, truck services, blower services, mowing, and brush mowing were reviewed, and a contract was awarded. The board also approved and paid bills and discussed upcoming meetings and notifications, including boundary changes and information on assistance from the Small Business Administration due to storm damage.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. The board reviewed and approved minutes from the previous meeting, addressed paid leave and family leave requirements for township employees, and initiated a website transition to a .gov domain. They also discussed file cabinet keys and approved the Treasurer's report. Updates were provided on partnership work and road conditions. The board finalized the timeline, services, and equipment requirements for request for quotes. Additionally, they approved and paid bills, and discussed upcoming meetings, including the Liberty Township Regular Monthly Meeting and the MAT Annual Conference.

The meeting covered topics such as the clerk's report on poll pads, the treasurer's report, partnership work with Schultz invoice follow-up, BRFA meeting updates on emergency response from the 6/21/25 storm, and BATO meeting updates. The board discussed road conditions, gravel application delays on Werner, winter maintenance contract timeline, and Xavier Road entrance issues. Additionally, the board received an estimate of Liberty Twp population status, the appraisal value of the Town Hall, and MAT dues notice.

The board discussed autopay options for monthly bills and decided to set up autopay for Beltrami Electric and electronic pay for PERA. The treasurer presented the report, including the receipt of approximately $93K from Beltrami County for the 1st half taxes. The board also discussed partnership work, the Werner Road easement, road conditions, the winter maintenance contract timeline, damage assessment from the June storm, and mowing. The board approved and paid bills.

The meeting included discussions on Northern Township's intent to incorporate and their request for support from other townships, including issues with annexation from the city of Bemidji and updates on their sewer/water project. The board discussed the treasurer appointment, partnership work, BATO meeting highlights, and Werner Road updates from Turtle River Township. Quotes were reviewed for gravel, grading, mowing, brush cutting, and general maintenance services. The board also discussed the Bemidji Rural Fire Association and the potential impact if Northern Township becomes a city. Additionally, the board approved and paid bills and reviewed upcoming meetings and mail.