2026.03.23 City Council Meeting MinutesOTSEGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAy, MARCH 23, 2026
7:00 PM
OTSEGO PRAIRIE CENTER
Call to Order:
Mayor Stockamp called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
RoII Call:
Mayor Jessica Stockamp and Councilmembers: Ryan Dunlap, Tina Goede, Michelle Lund, and
Corey Tanner. City Staff: City Administrator/Finance Director Adam Flaherty, Assistant City
Administrator/Human Resources Sabrina Hille, Parks and Recreation Director Nick Jacobs, IT
Manager Ben Boyd, City Planner Dan Licht, City Engineer Ron Wagner, Assistant City Attorney
Richard Hansen, and City Clerk Audra Etzel.
Pledge of Allegiance:
Mayor Stockamp led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Open Forum:
Mayor Stockamp opened the Open Forum at 7:01 PM.
Kathy Coles, 15613 90th Street NE provided an updated photo of Coborn's showing they have
not completed the screening. City Planner Licht will reach out to Coborns to expedite the
installation.
Wright County Commissioner Jeanie Holland provided updates on local zoning preemption bills
at the capitol, land purchase for a future satellite County building, and summer road projects.
Gabe Davis asked when the Fire Chief will be hired. Assistant City Administrator/Human
Resources Hille said the City Council will consider the appointment at the April 13th meeting,
noting there were 18 applications reviewed, eight were given speed interviews, five were
interviewed in person, and two finalists will be interviewed by the City Council on Wednesday.
Mayor Stockamp closed the Open Forum at 7:15 PM.
2. Consider Agenda Approval:
CM Dunlap asked to add Item 6.1 Otsego Condo Suites and have item 3.3 removed from the
consent agenda for discussion, adding item 6.2.
CM Dunlap motioned to approve the agenda as amended, seconded by CM Tanner. All in
favor. Motion carried 5-0.
3. Consent Agenda:
3.1 Approve Claims List.
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3.2 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes.
A. March 9, 2026. Meeting.
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3.4 Accept Resignation from a City Emalovee —Street Oaerations Manaeer0
3.5 Accept Resignation from an Advisory Commissioner —Heritage Preservation Committee.
3.6 Adopt a Proclamation Recognizing the Month of May as Public Safety Month.
3.7Approve Hiring for the Human Resources/Payroll Coordinator Position.
3.8 Approve Hiring for the Utility Seasonal Maintenance Position,
3.9 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize the Bid Process — Wellhouse 3 Water
Treatment Plant.
3.10 Adopt Resolution 2026-24 Authorizing a Drinl<ine Water Revolving Fund Loan
Application.
3.11 Approve a Job Description and Authorize Recruitment — Information Technology
Support Specialist.
3.12 Approve Hiring for the Utility Foreperson - WCD Position.
CM Dunlap motioned to approve the consent agenda as amended, seconded by CM Goede.
All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.
4. Parks and Recreation:
4.1 Lily Pond Park Renovation Protect,
A. Presentation by Parks and Recreation Director.
B. Consider Adopting Resolution 2026-25 Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract.
C. Consider Accepting a Quote and Authorize Procurement of Zip -Line Equipment.
Parks and Recreation Director Jacobs reviewed the staff report and presentation.
CM Goede motioned to adopt Resolution 2026-25 Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract to
Matt Bullock Contraction Co., Inc. for the Lily Pond Park Improvement Project in the amount
of $250,143.17, seconded by CM Dunlap. All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.
CM Goede motioned to accept the quote from Midwest Playscapes and to authorize the
purchase and installation of the zipline equipment for Lilly Pond Park in the amount of
$45,802.80, seconded by CM Dunlap. All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.
Jacobs thanked the City Council and reminded everyone of the Egg Hunt this Saturday.
5. City Council Reports and Updates:
A. Heritage Preservation Commission CM Tanner said the Commission met this
month to discuss annual business, goals, Fire Station project, and noted City Planner Licht
attended.
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B. Parks and Recreation Commission Liaison CM Lund said the Commission has
been busy with the Master Plan noting the City Council reviewed on March 9th, next
commission meeting is April 211t, and the Egg Hunt is this Saturday, March 28th 10am-noon.
C. Planning Commission Liaison CM Dunlap said the Commission did not meet.
D. Public Safety Commission Liaison Mayor Stockamp the Commission received a
Fire Station update, meetings with Northstar staff, the Elk River and Albertville Fire Chiefs are
retiring this year, safety training, and annual appointments.
6.
Staff
Reports
and Updates:
6.1
Condo
Suites
Otsego
Common Interest Communi
A. Presentation by City Planner Licht
B. Consider Adopting Resolution 2026-26 Approving CIC Plat Number 171 Condo
Suites Otsego Trades.
C. Consider Adopting Resolution 2026-27 Approving CIC Plat Number 172 Condo
Suites Classics.
City Planner Licht reviewed the staff report and presentation.
Mayor Stockamp asked why this was not setup earlier. City Planner Licht said the Common
Interest Community can be requested after the plat.
CM Dunlap asked about the Homeowners Association process. City Planner Licht said this is
different because of how the property is owned.
CM Tanner asked about the effect on taxes. City Planner Licht said this would be a question for
the County Assessor.
CM Dunlap motioned to adopt Resolution 2026-26 approving the CIC Plat Number 171 Condo
Suites Otsego Trades and adopt Resolution 2026-27 approving CIC Plat Number 172 Condo
Suites Otsego Classics as presented, seconded by CM Goede. All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.
6.2 Approve Pay Application #15 for the Fire &Emergency Services Facility Project.
CM Dunlap opposes this action because the City receives services from the existing contract
providers at a price point that is cost-effective for the taxpayers, noting the cost to date.
CM Tanner motioned to approve Pay Application HI in the amount of $667,470.12 for work
completed on the Fire Station project, seconded by CM Goede. Voting in favor: Stockamp,
Goede, Lund, and Tanner. Voting against: Dunlap. Motion carried 44.
Hille provided updates on current recruitments.
Flaherty said property valuation statements have been mailed, Local Board of Appeal is April
22nd at 6 p.m., thanked the representatives that attended the I-94 Coalition last week, Fire Chief
interviews, compost site opening, and upcoming office hours.
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City Planner said there will be a Planning Commission meeting April 6th to review applications.
Sergeant Jason On anns, Wright County Sheriff's Office expressed the importance of regional
partnerships and noted the call volumes increased with the nice weather; reminder to lock up
your property.
7. Adjourn.
CM Goede motioned to adjourn at 7*36 PM, seconded by CM Lund. All in favor. Motion
carried 5-0.
Minutes prepared by Audra Etzel, City Clerk.
City of Otsego:
JeMica Stockamp, Mayor
ATTEST,
Audra Etzel, City cIerk