Item 3.13 Prairie Pointe Wetland Bridge Preparation of Plans and Specifications
Request for
City Council Action
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT REQUESTOR: MEETING DATE:
Public Works City Engineer Wagner March 9, 2026
PRESENTER(s) REVIEWED BY: ITEM #:
Consent City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty 3.13 – Wetland Bridge
STRATEGIC VISION
MEETS: THE CITY OF OTSEGO:
Is a strong organization that is committed to leading the community through innovative communication.
X 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.
Is a social community with diverse housing, service options, and employment opportunities.
X Is a distinctive, connected community known for its beauty and natural surroundings.
AGENDA ITEM DETAILS
RECOMMENDATION:
City staff recommends the City Council order preparation of plans and specifications for a wetland bridge project.
ARE YOU SEEKING APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT? IS A PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED?
No No
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
The City of Otsego has a comprehensive Trail Plan to allow residents to safely walk, run, or bike around the City. This
section of trail is part of the Otsego Creek Greenway portion of the overall City Trail Plan. In order to complete this
portion, a wetland bridge and short connection sections are required.
Preliminary design construction estimates are $168,050 and were included in the Capital Improvement Plan.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
• Project Map
POSSIBLE MOTION
PLEASE WORD MOTION AS YOU WOULD LIKE IT TO APPEAR IN THE MINUTES:
Motion to approve ordering preparation of plans and specifications for the Prairie Pointe Wetland Bridge.
BUDGET INFORMATION
FUNDING: BUDGETED:
Fund 203 – Park Development
Yes