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*** CANCELED–> ITASCA COUNTY LAND USE ZONING SANITATION PERMITS REQUIRED LEGAL NOTICE

Itasca County Planning Commission meeting on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 has been cancelled.  The variance will be processed by Wabana Township Planning Commission.  The date of the meeting is TBD, when a date is determined, notices will be posted and sent out as required.

Pursuant to the provisions of the Minnesota Statutes, Sections 375.51, 394.26 and the Itasca County Zoning Ordinance, the Itasca County Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment will view the following sites and then hold a public hearing in the County Board Room, Courthouse, in the City of Grand Rapids, MN on WEDNESDAY, May 15, 2024, between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 P.M. or until the following applications have been addressed. For more information contact the Itasca County Environmental Services Department, Court- house, Grand Rapids MN 55744. PHONE: 218/327-2857; TDD: 218/327-2896.

NOTE: The Planning Commission may impose such conditions or restrictions as it deems necessary to protect the public interest and the Board of Adjustment may reverse or affirm wholly or partly or may modify the order, requirement, decision or determination appealed from and to that end shall have all the powers of the officer from whom the appeal was taken and may direct the issuance of a permit.

INTERESTED PERSONS MAY CONTACT THE ZONING DEPARTMENT 5 DAYS PRIOR TO THE HEARING, TO OBTAIN A COPY OF THE STAFF REPORT ON THE FOLLOWING APPLICATIONS:

*** SPECIAL MEETING ***

NOT A PUBLIC HEARING- Minor Subdivision entitled Cedar Wild-Part of Govt. Lot 1, Section 29, Unorganized Township 57-26 (Little Moose, Recreational Development 2 Class) grant a one-year ex- tension to record this previously approved plat (Stephen & Paulette Kutschat)

Variance from Section 3.8.1C.3 of the Zoning Ordinance for construction of a 36’x56′ garage which does not meet the required setback from the centerline of Ladyslipper Lane E 300′ of W 950′ Lyg S of RD Less S 200′, Section 19, Wabana Township 57-25 (Pickerel Lake, Natural Environmental 2 Class) Thomas & Lori Moore

*The Planning Commission/ BOA will view the site (Moore property only) on the same day prior to the hearing and return to the Courthouse and hold the public hearing which will begin at 2:00 p.m.

Dated this 25th day of April 2024 at Grand Rapids, MN 55744
Katie Benes, Environmental Services Director

HR May 1, 2024………… 162920

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Wabana Cemetary Notice

Those of you who have loved ones buried at the Wabana cemetery may have noticed that several grave decorations were taken down after October 1st last year.

They were all put in a tote and stored in the Wabana Garage for the winter.

From May 1st – 31st, the tote with the decorations in it will be by the flag pole at the cemetery.  If you want to re-use your decorations, please get them, and place them during this time.  After May 31st the left overs will be disposed of.

Just a reminder:      CARE OF GRAVESITES

  1. Artificial or live flowers and decorative items must not be placed directly on the ground but should be elevated by some device to simplify mowing and upkeep of the cemetery.
  2. When flowers or decorative items become unsightly, they may be removed by the Wabana Township’s authorized representative at their discretion.  However, it is the responsibility of those who placed the flowers or decorative items to properly care for them.
  3. Flowers and decorative items must be removed from gravesites by September 30th.  Christmas / holiday items must be removed by March 1st.
  4. The planting of trees, shrubs or flowers on gravesites is prohibited.

Also, I would like to plant some different perennials this year in the cemetery gardens.  If you are thinning out your perennial bed this spring and want to donate them, please contact me.

The north garden is more of a shade-type garden while the center garden is full sun.  Just give me a call and I will come get your pretty left-overs.

Thanks,
Kim Oja/ Wabana Cemetery Sexton
218-256-2661

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Itasca Coalition of Lake Associations Loon Seminar April 4, 2024

Itasca Waters “Practical Water Wisdom” for April

Would you like to leave a legacy of clean water for future generations? If so, then Itasca Waters has the series for you. The “Practical Water Wisdom: A Virtual Learning Series” runs for an hour beginning at noon on the first Thursday of each month (except July when it is on the second Thursday). It is FREE, online, open to all, and includes an interactive Q&A session.

The April 4 program will be “Loon Restoration in Minnesota” presented by Jayden Jech, a Loon Specialist with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Nongame Wildlife Program. Jayden works to promote the conservation and restoration of loons in Minnesota by conducting surveys, developing management plans, and supporting stewardship through public outreach as part of the Minnesota Loon Restoration Project. Jayden connues to be amazed by loons’ charismatic calls, unique life history, and ability to inspire and unite people in his role. You won’t want to miss his insightful experiences!

Join us as we dive into learning about the restoration and conservation of Minnesota’s state bird, the common loon. Together we will explore loon biology, threats facing loons, and ways you can support the conservation of the species. We will share information about the Minnesota Loon Restoration Project and opportunities to participate in ongoing community scientific reports with the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Nongame Wildlife Program.

We hope through our Water Wisdom series you will be inspired each month to think about water in a new way. Please join us online April 4 for this enlightening talk about conservation, restoration, and all things loon by registering at: https://itascawaters.org/water-wisdom-2024.

You will receive a Zoom invite by email, with periodic reminders, to join the program. For more information contact Info@itascawaters.org .