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OTSEGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26, 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, City Planner Dan
Licht, City Engineer Ron Wagner, City Attorney Dave Kendall, and City Clerk Audra Etzel.
Pledge of Allegiance:
Mayor Stockamp led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
Special Recognition: 2026 Photo Contest Winners.
The City held its 10th annual photo contest. There were 13 participants that submitted a total
of 21 photos, with 556 votes cast on-line and 278 during the Prairie Festival. The viewer’s
choice winner for the on-line voting was Kelly Leer who submitted the photo Strike A Pose. And
the viewer’s choice winner at the Prairie Festival was Phyliss Lehrke who submitted the photo
Colorful Sunset. Mayor Stockamp and the City Council thanked all the participants and
congratulated both winners. Each winner received a certificate, prize, and a framed print of
their photo.
1.Open Forum:
Mayor Stockamp opened the Open Forum at 7:04 PM.
Wright County Commissioner Jeanne Holland provided updates regarding recent demographics
data showing Wright County is the fastest growing county in the State, early voting, and
reviewed her involvement in her Board role.
Tim Peterson, 7376 Palmgren Ave NE received a public hearing notice. City Planner Licht said
the public hearing was for an EAW that the Planning Commission recommended approving,
noting no development has been considered at this time.
Mayor Stockamp closed the Open Forum at 7:13 PM.
2.Consider Agenda Approval:
CM Dunlap asked to have item 3.3 removed from the consent agenda for discussion, adding
item 4.1.
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.
Item 3.2.A.
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3.2 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes.
A. October 12, 2026, Meeting.
3.3 Approve Pay Application #22 for the Fire Station Facility Project. Moved to item 4.1
3.4 Approve Pay Application #1 (Final) for the Microsurfacing and Striping Project.
3.5 Adopt Resolution 2026-99 Accepting Public Improvement – IOS Otsego.
3.6 Approve Pay Application #3 for the Martin Farms Lift Station No. 4 Improvements
Project.
3.7 Approve Change Order Proposal for Well 15 – South-Central Wellfield Development
Phase 1A.
3.8 Approve Change Order Proposals – Wellhouse 3 Water Treatment Project.
3.9 Adopt Resolution 2026-100 Authorizing Release of Development Contracts – Otsego
Waterfront 4th Addition.
CM Dunlap motioned to approve the consent agenda as amended, seconded by CM Lund.
All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.
4. City Council Reports and Updates:
4.1 Approve Pay Application #22 for the Fire Station 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 #22 in the amount of $157,429.59 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 4 -1.
A. Heritage Preservation Commission CM Tanner said the Commission is hosting a
Cemetery Tour this Thursday at 6:30 PM and adding historic photos at Prairie Center.
B. Parks and Recreation Commission Liaison CM Lund said the October meeting had
been canceled.
C. Planning Commission Liaison CM Dunlap said the Commission met last week to
review the EAW; next meeting is November 2nd.
D. Public Safety Commission Liaison Mayor Stockamp said the Commission
discussed Allina staffing and their participation at the open house, Wright County Deputies now
officing out of the Fire Station, NorthStar Regional clients trespassing, and Fire Department
hires; next meeting is November 10th.
City Council asked staff to invite Interim Fire Chief Scott to a future meeting for recognition.
5. Staff Reports and Updates:
Flaherty provided updates regarding the Assistant Finance Director interviews and
groundbreaking for the South-Central Water Treatment Plant.
Etzel said Early Voting is available at City Hall until Monday and on Election Day voters need to
vote at their precinct.
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City Engineer Wagner said the Meadows of Otsego trail is paved and the three wetland bridges
have been completed and the trails and should be open at the end of November.
Sergeant Jason Oltmanns, Wright County Sheriff’s Office provided updates regarding Deputy
assignments, recent activity, and squad car locations.
6. Adjourn.
CM Goede motioned to adjourn at 7:29 PM, seconded by CM Lund. All in favor. Motion
carried 5-0.
Minutes prepared by Audra Etzel, City Clerk.
City of Otsego:
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Jessica Stockamp, Mayor
ATTEST: ___________________________
Audra Etzel, City Clerk