ITEM 3.2B 11.13.2017 MinutesITEM 3.213
OTSEGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OTSEGO PRAIRIE CENTER
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
7:00 PM
Call to Order.
Mayor Stockamp called the meeting to order at 7:24 PM. Mayor Stockamp apologized for the late start to
the meeting, stating that the meeting beforehand had run over.
Roll Call:
Mayor Jessica Stockamp; Councilmembers: Vern Heidner, Corey Tanner, Jason Warehime and Tom
Darkenwald. Staff: Adam Flaherty, City Administrator/Finance Director; Daniel Licht, City Planner; Ron
Wagner, City Engineer; Andy MacArthur, City Attorney and Tami Loff, City Clerk.
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Stockamp led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Open Forum.
Special Presentation: Thank you certificates to the Boy Scouts for the Otsego pkin Patch Event.
The City Council and Parks & Recreation Director Ross Demant presented certificates of appreciation to
the Boy Scouts for their help with the Otsego Pumpkin Patch event.
2. Consider Agenda Approval.
CM Heidner motioned to approve as written. Seconded by CM Tanner. All in favor. Motion
carried.
3. Consent Agenda. (Non -controversial items).
3.1 Approve Claims List.
3.2 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes.
A. October 23, 2017 Meeting,
B. October 23, 2017 Special Meeting.
C. October 30, 2017 Special Meeting.
3.3 Approve City Council Special Pay for October, 2017.
3.4 Approve Pay Estimate #1 for Lefebvre Creek Project.
3.5 Adopt Resolution 2017-88 Designating Polling Places within the City of Otsego for 2018 Elections.
3.6 Statutory Tort Liability Limits.
3.7 Adopt Resolution 2017-89 Modifications to Previously Adopted Special Assessments for Quaday
Avenue.
3.8 Adopt Resolution 2017-90 Approving ROW Plat for 85th/MacIver Avenue.
3.9 Approve Hire of Accountant.
3.10 Approve Hire of Winter Seasonal Position.
3.11 Approve Ordinance 2017-14 Amending the Zoning Ordinance Regulating Motor Fuel and Related
Uses.
CM Heidner motioned to approve as written. Seconded by CM Warehime. All in favor. Motion
carried.
4. Community Development:
4.1 John F. Lenz Revocable Trust:
A. PUD -CUP Amendment Regarding Accessory Buildings.
City Planner Licht presented the staff report.
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CM Darkenwald motioned to approve a PUD -CUP amendment for Lot 2, Block 5, Davis
Mississippi Cove subject to the four conditions listed in the Findings of Fact and Decision as
presented. Seconded by CM Warehime. All in favor. Motion carried.
4.2 Raspberry Hills:
A. Zoning Map Amendment Rezoning to R-3 District.
B. PUD-CUP/Preliminary Plat for 10 Single Family Lots.
C. Final Plat.
D. Resolution 2017-91 Approving a Development Agreement.
City Planner Licht presented the staff report.
CM Heidner motioned to adopt Ordinance 2017-15 amending the Zoning Map, approve a
PUD-CUP/Preliminary Plat, and Final Plat for Raspberry Hills subject to the conditions
outlined in the Findings of Fact and Decision dated November 7, 2017, and adopt Resolution
2017-91 approving a development agreement. Seconded by CM Tanner. All in favor. Motion
carried.
4.3 Martin Farms 5th Addition:
A. Final Plat.
B. Resolution 2017-92 Approving a Development Agreement.
City Planner Licht presented the staff report. CM Warehime asked on what the planned amenities were
for Outlot B. Applicant Doran Cote, 16305 26th Avenue, Suite 600, Plymouth, said they have not made a
final determination on the amenities. CM Warehime asked whether there would be a crosswalk across
Maciver Avenue. City Engineer Wagner said correct we will put in signs and curb cuts for pedestrian
crossings; however no painting will occur at this time, as ideally the City would minimize painting on
collector streets.
CM Warehime motioned to approve the Final Plat of Martin Farms 5th Addition subject to the
conditions as outlined in the Findings of Fact and Decision as presented and adopt
Resolution 2017-92 approving a development agreement. Seconded by CM Heidner. All in
favor. Motion carried.
4.4 Highlands of Riverpointe 2nd Addition:
A. Final Plat.
B. Resolution 2017-93 Approving a Development Agreement.
City Planner Licht presented the staff report. CM Heidner asked if Outlot A is the floodplain portion. City
Planner Licht said yes. CM Tanner said in the past a crossing was discussed on County Road 36 to get
those residents across the road safely to the park. Mayor Stockamp said that is her concern as well and
asked if there is even a temporary fix. City Planner Licht said that the City could require the developer to
put in a flashing crosswalk similar to the one added to Odean; until the County reconstructs the road in
the future, when a tunnel under the road could be considered.
CM Heidner motioned to approve the Highlands of River Pointe 2"d Addition Final Plat
subject to the conditions as outlined in the Findings of Fact and Decision dated November 2,
2017 and adopt Resolution 2017-93 approving a development agreement. Seconded by CM
Tanner. All in favor. Motion carried.
5. Public Works:
5.1 Resolution 2017-94 for State Aid Advancement for 85th_Street/MacIver Avenue.
City Engineer Wagner presented. He stated municipalities are allowed to advance state aid funds up to
five times their annual construction allotment. CM Warehime asked if this will impede any of our future
projects. City Engineer Wagner said no; he said the more you use your funds the better. CM Darkenwald
asked if we keep the zero balance we wouldn't be penalized or if we maintained a negative balance we
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wouldn't be penalized. City Engineer Wagner said correct. He said many cities are advancing
continuously.
CM Heidner motioned to approve Resolution 2017-94 requesting Municipal State Aid Street
Funds Advancement. Seconded by Mayor Stockamp. All in favor. Motioned carried.
6. City Council Reports and Updates.
CM Heidner asked if we have heard back from the DNR on the 70th Street pipe/Pond. City Engineer
Wagner said yes the City is waiting on the easements to be signed and once they are signed the DNR is
expected to sign off on the permit. He said the project is out for quotes right now and that City staff
should have the recommendation at the next meeting.
5. Staff Reports and Updates.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty stated he was looking for direction on the Strategic Planning
worksession. Majority of the City Council concurred with February 9 and 10th. CM Heidner will get back
to the City Administrator once he checks his schedule. City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty said
this will be finalized and brought back to the City Council for approval.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty spoke on a request from Guardian Angels to refinance some
of their existing bonds; the bonds are for projects in Albertville and Elk River. If the City Council
approves, a public hearing would be added to the December 11 City Council meeting. There was
discussion on requiring an issuer's fee. The City Administrator to explore.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty said there are now extra copies of the current Star News at
City Hall for residents who do not receive the paper. He will work with Star News for additional
placement and distribution.
City Attorney MacArthur said there will be a closed session at the next meeting for the 85th Street and
Maciver Avenue right-of-way and easements.
City Planner Licht said there is a Public Hearing next Monday to consider Emerson Pointe and City
Engineer Wagner gave project updates.
6. Adjourn.
CM Darkenwald motioned to adjourn. Seconded by CM Warehime. All in favor. Motion
carried. Adjourned at 8:28 PM.
ATTEST:
Tami Loff, City Clerk
11/13/17
Mayor Jessica Stockamp
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