Item 3.9 Hiring Approval of Recreation Leader
Request for
City Council Action
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT REQUESTOR: MEETING DATE:
Parks and Recreation Recreation Supervisor Schwecke October 27, 2025
PRESENTER(s) REVIEWED BY: ITEM #:
Consent Parks and Recreation Director Jacobs
Assistant City Administrator/Human Resources Hille
3.9 – Hiring Approval
STRATEGIC VISION
MEETS: THE CITY OF OTSEGO:
Is a strong organization that is committed to leading the community through innovative communication.
Has proactively expanded infrastructure to responsibly provide core services.
Is committed to delivery of quality emergency service responsive to community needs and expectations in a
cost-effective manner.
X Is a social community with diverse housing, service options, and employment opportunities.
Is a distinctive, connected community known for its beauty and natural surroundings.
AGENDA ITEM DETAILS
RECOMMENDATION:
City staff recommend the City Council approve the hiring of a Recreation Leader.
ARE YOU SEEKING APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT? IS A PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED?
No No
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
To support the Parks and Recreation Department responsibilities in Recreation, staff are recommending the hiring of
Madison Schweninger for the budgeted position of Recreation Leader. If approved, Madison would assist with
building supervision and recreation programs as needed. Madison has undergone an interview, reference inquiry, and
successfully passed a background check.
The Seasonal, Temporary & Part-Time Pay Plan outlines a range of $15.00- $22.00 per hour for the Seasonal
Recreation Leader position.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
• None
POSSIBLE MOTION
PLEASE WORD MOTION AS YOU WOULD LIKE IT TO APPEAR IN THE MINUTES:
Motion to approve the hiring of Madison Schweninger for Recreation Leader at the pay rate of $16.00 per hour.
BUDGET INFORMATION
FUNDING: BUDGETED:
General Fund – Recreation (45250)
Yes