2026.07.13 City Council Meeting MinutesOTSEGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, JULY 13, 2026
7:00 PM
OTSEGO PRAIRIE CENTER
Call to Order:
Mayor Stockamp called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
Roll 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, Fire Chief Jim McCoy, City Planner Dan Licht, City
Engineer Ron Wagner, City Attorney Dave Kendall (*), and City Clerk Audra Etzel.
Attended via video conference (*).
Pledge of Allegiance:
Mayor Stockamp led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Presentations:
1.1 Oath of Office — Firefighter Aaron Ende.
1.2 Oath of Office — Firefighter Grant Carlson,
Mayor Stockamp performed the duty of swearing in of Fire Captain Aaron Ende and Firefighter
Grant Carlson. Their family's had the honor of the badge pinning. The City Council welcomed
and congratulated the new Firefighters.
2. Open Forum:
Mayor Stockamp opened the Open Forum at 7:06 PM.
Wright County Commissioner Jeanie Holland provided updates regarding the Sheriff's contract
and the 2027 budget.
Charles Heidger followed up on a previously reported code violations at 9502 Parkington
Avenue NE.
Gabe Davis followed up on a previous complaint regarding weeds and questioned Council
Member Goede about her appointment as a Cadet to the Otsego Fire Department.
(sable Grimm had concerns regarding Firefighter Goede and the City's spending.
David Swaab appreciates the City investing in the community and supporting the Fire
Department
Mayor Stockamp closed the Open Forum at 7:26 PM.
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3. Consider Agenda Approval:
CM Dunlap motioned to approve the agenda as written, seconded by CM Tanner. All in favor.
Motion carried S-0.
4. Consent Agenda:
4.1 Approve Claims List.
4.2 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes.
A. June 22, 2026, Meeting.
Be June 22, 2026, Special Meeting.
4.3 Approve City Council Special Compensation for June 2026.
4.4 Adopt Resolution 2026-52 Accepting a Donation from Girl Scout Troop #18170.
4.5 Accept Quotes and Authorize the 2026 Trail Maintenance Project.
4.6 Approve Hirings for the Parks Supervisor and Park Maintenance I Positions.
4.7 Approve Pay Application #4 (Final) for the 80th Street Trail Improvements Project.
4.8 Approve an Election Equipment Lease Agreement — Wright County.
4.9 Approve an Off -Sale Liquor License.
4.10 South Central Water Treatment Plant:
A. Adopt Ordinance 2026-10 Amending the Zoning Map.
B. Adopt Resolution 2026-53 Approving Findings of Fact and a Conditional Use
Permit.
CM Dunlap motioned to approve the consent agenda as written, seconded by CM Tanner.
All in favor. Motion carried S-0.
5. City Council Reports and Updates.
CM Goede read a statement regarding her appointment as a Cadet to the Otsego Fire
Department,
CM Dunlap stated a rebuttal to CM Goede's statement.
CM Lund asked if there is a conflict of interest with a councilmember applying to be on the Fire
Department. City Attorney Kendall said there has not been a conflict of interest, CM Goede
would only need to recuse herself if there is a financial benefit.
CM Tanner noted councilmembers in the past have recused themselves if there is a conflict.
CM Dunlap quoted a statute regarding a conflict of interest, applying the statute to CM Goede
being appointed to the Otsego Fire Department. City Attorney Kendall provided his opinion
that CM Goede did not have a conflict of interest. CM Dunlap said the City Attorney represents
the City of Otsego to ensure the City is not exposed to liability. Hille noted the hiring was an
open recruitment and the City cannot exclude a councilmember if they meet the requirements,
and that city employment is not considered a contract. Flaherty said staff have not been
provided with the documents being referenced and noted part-time employment of
councilmembers is not prohibited.
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6. Staff Reports and Updates:
6.1 Consider Scheduling a Special City Council Meeting at TBD on August 11, 2026.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty is looking to schedule a Special City Council
meeting to review the draft 2027 budget.
Mayor Stockamp motioned to schedule a Special City Council meeting for August 11, 2026, at
5:00 AM, seconded by CM Goede. All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.
Hille provided a recruitment update.
Flaherty provided an update on the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources $500,000
grant awarded to the Prairie Park Phase 1 project, Foss Swim School groundbreaking, school
district referendum, and youth organizations.
Etzel provided election updates.
City Planner Licht said there is a Planning Commission Meeting on July 20tn
Fire Chief McCoy provided updates regarding Fire Marshal Smith, fire equipment, equipment
purchases, firefighter training, and thanked the City Council for swearing in the newest
members.
Sergeant Oltmanns, Wright County Sheriff's Office provided updates on new hires, increased
call volume due to weather, community events, traffic complaints, and recent accidents.
7. Adl'ourn:
CM Goede motioned to adjourn at B:01 PM, seconded by CM Tanner. All in favor. Motion
carried 5-0.
Minutes prepared by Audra Etzel, City Cleric.
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