County also seeking Callaway cabin removal bids

Photo by Robert Williams
Bids are open for the long-awaited renovations to the Maple Avenue Apartments and garage building.

By Robert Williams

Editor

The Becker County Economic Development Authority (EDA) is accepting bids until Friday, March 6, to its Request for Proposals (RFP) for the renovation of the exterior of a 12-unit apartment complex, including a separate 13-unit garage structure located 401 Maple Ave West, Frazee.

Summary of Project:

Map courtesy of Becker County
Circled on the map are the high-priority intersections that were illuminated as part of the project.

The goal of this request for proposal is to select a qualified contractor to complete necessary improvements to the exterior of the property to protect the integrity of the buildings and improve the aesthetic appeal of the property.

The property was built in 1997, and the exterior is showing signs of wear. The two buildings on the property have recently had both the roofs replaced and other required repairs. This request for proposals is intended to solicit contractors and obtain proposals to complete the project’s scope of work as written below.

The selected responsible contractor will provide a proposal and project plan for the following scope of work including but not limited to: Framing, insulation, sealant, sheathing, siding, doors, windows, trim, and misc. hardware. The scope of work is intended to encompass the desired repairs deemed necessary but may not include all required work. The applicant may choose to offer limited recommendations or alterations to the scope of work and provide alternative material options for each of the following in supplement to their base bid.

For more information visit: www.co.becker.mn.us

Contributed photo
Bids are open for the purchase and removal of a kit-built log cabin in rural Callaway near the Little Sugar Bush public landing.

Cabin removal

The county is also requesting bids to remove a kit-built log cabin located at 28992 County Highway 34, in Callaway. The log cabin is approximately 1,414 square feet, built in 1994.

All building materials and debris, excluding the concrete foundation, must be removed from site before project completion on Friday, Oct. 16, unless authorized by the project manager. 

Bid preference will be given to bidders who can complete the project before the October deadline.

Full payment must be received at time of bid award/acceptance and before any project work has starts. This cabin is for sale; Becker County will not accept any bids at the Counties’ expense.

All bidders will be required to provide Becker County with liability insurance form to the satisfaction of Becker County when submitting bids. Quotes must be sealed by mail or sealed when delivered.

Electronic proposals/bids are not acceptable, except through Public Surplus website, and County Commissioners can reject any or all bids.

More information regarding the building can be found at: https://gis-server.co.becker.mn.us/www/parcel_info.aspx?PARCEL=320250000

Sealed bids due on or before March 13, 2026 – 12 p.m.

Mitch Lundeen

Becker County Highway Dept.

1771 North Tower Road

Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

Auditor-Treasurer

Gambling Permit

1. Resolution # 02-26-2A – Carsonville Fire Fighters Relief Association at Carsonville Fire & Rescue – Station 2 in Carsonville Township on October 17, 2026.

Tobacco License – Renewal

1. Two Inlets Country Store – Robert Peterson – Two Inlets Twp

Seasonal On-Sale w/Sundays – New Owner

2. Green Valley Golf Course – John Levin – Cormorant Twp

Combination On/Off Sale w/Sundays – Renewal

1. Ice Cracking Lodge – Tandra Parsons – Round Lake Twp

On Sale w/Sundays – Renewal

1. Bleachers Bar & Grill – Tim Coyne – Lake View Twp

Wine/Strong Beer w/Sundays – Renewal

1. Jolly Fisherman Resort – Anne Buelow – Round Lake Twp

2. Cedar Crest Resort – Brian Schneck – Maple Grove Twp

3.2 Off Sale – Renewal

1. Jolly Fisherman Resort – Anne Buelow – Round Lake Twp

2. County 6 Gas & Bait – Tyler Kalberer

3.2 Combination – Renewal

1. Cedar Crest Resort – Brian Schneck – Maple Grove Twp

Highway

Becker County Commissioners approved the final payment for lit intersections around the county at the latest meeting of the board Tuesday, Feb 17. 

The third and final construction portion of the project brings the total number of illuminated rural crossways to 31, according to Commissioner Phil Hansen.

“It’s a really good thing for our residents,” said Hansen.

A federal grant provided funding for preliminary engineering work on the project. The county was responsible for a 10 percent match and other grant funding from the COVID time period was utilized.

Fees to fund the lighting monthly are $31-$60 to keep the intersections illuminated.

Five intersections were completed in 2012; 13 were done in 2018 and 11 were finished in 2025.

Snowmobiling

The Becker County Board of County Commissioners will act as the legal sponsor the Wood and Wheels ATV Club through the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) Trails Assistance Program and approve applications to the MN DNR OHV Trails Assistance Program. The resolution represents Becker County’s continual/ongoing support for the sponsorship agreement until revoked by County Board Resolution.

Becker County appoints the Land Commissioner as the fiscal agent on behalf of the local unit of government.