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Spring I Farewell to dedicated Otsego employee s ` It is with great fondness and appreciation that the city of Otsego says goodbye to our city clerk, Judy Hudson. NOTES Judy has been employed with the city for over 20 years and is woven into from the the history of Otsego. She was hired in 1989 to work part time as the mAYOR secretary for Otsego Township. In 1995, Judy became the deputy clerk and in 2001 was promoted to Otsego City Clerk/Zoning Administrator. Judy's duties iiimmismimmismi for the city meant lots of contact with residents and businesses and she always had a smile for everyone and helped make the city what it is today. The by Mayor Jessica Stockamp Otsego City Council members all thank Judy for her service to the community _ and wish her good health and happiness in the future. She will be missed! • City Clerk Judy Hudson retires City Clerk/Zoning Administrator Judy Hudson has retired after serving Otsego afr for � �a ' a Judy startednearly20years.king worq ... .,..<... for Otsego Township z in 1989 as a part-time ` secretary, going to full time in January 1990 y 4-- au when Otsego became a city. She became Deputy Clerk in 1995 T .y . , and then City _ *,.. to e,*. Clerk/Zoning . ' �� Administrator in 2001us when Elaine Beatty " retired from that position. March 23, 2009 was her last day. Hudson recalled the _ a . , .: -j , ,,„ t '. I 'z :many changes Otsego _ ' has been through sincei � _'_ t,,,,Aukit,,,, she first started working in a one-room 'o school house for a township of 5 thousand Otsego City Clerk/Zoning Administrator Judy Hudson has retired after 20 years. residents to now in a city of 13,950. She and Beatty did everything in the beginning from scrubbing toilets, taking minutes, working into the wee hours of the morning and hand counting election votes. Hudson calls her experience"a most unique opportunity to be a part of the city of Otsego."She fondly recalls working with all three city mayors and 14 different City Council members who have all been very supportive. She describes the past 20 years as "extremely busy and very interesting to work with residents, staff and developers. It's been wonderful." Hudson says she will particularly miss all of the city staff. "We've been through great times, good and sad times. It has been very memorable. The city will be in good hands." It sounds like Hudson will still be a busy person with many things planned for the future. She will be moving to Meeker County with husband Jerry who is already retired. They look forward to being closer to family and living a more relaxed lifestyle. Elections have been one of Hudson's responsibilities including this past fall when they processed 6,500 voters. Said Hudson "I can't wait to just sit at home and watch the election results on TV." . .... .... .... .. Hospital District formed in is. ...orical earlier time • s ::: ` . : :; R:: IltS ByquieognI1 Monticello-Big Lake CommunityHospital District was formed in 1961 as the result work by community members then hold a special election if so petitioned by their . who were concerned about the future of health care in the constituents. Monticello area. In 1961, the population of Otsego Monticello-Big Lake Community Hospital District asked. Townshipwas only 1,080 residents and most of the city voters to approve a general obligation.bond that would be and county roads were dirt. used to acquire hospital facilities and provide adequate Dr. William E. Hart and his wife Mildred, a registered working capital. Construction of the new hospital building nurse, saw patients at their Monticello office in 1929. Dr. began in March of 1964 and the new hospital was opened Hart ended up housing two men in 1936 who were in a car for patient care on July 1, 1965. accident and unable to be transported. In 1941, the Hart Since the hospital district was formed, Otsego has grown Hospital was expanded to 15 licensed beds. to a population 14 times the size it was in 1961. It is a The hospital was privately owned and according to state community of many commuters who travel towards the law, once Dr. Hart discontinued his practice, the hospital Twin Cities or St. Cloud. Surveys have shown that most could not be relicensed, as private hospitals were no longer residents look toward the metropolitan areas for their permitted in Minnesota. health care needs rather than Monticello as there are no With Dr.Hart's retirement close at hand, a committee of associated health care services in Otsego. "A' area residents organized to investigate the formation of a hospital district for the Monticello area in 1960. The Monticello-Big lake Hospital District was formed in Ni,,s r , 114 -.: ;- 1961 and included the Villages of Monticello and Big Lake ii,1,i,,--,: and the Townships of Becker, Big Lake, Monticello and Silver Creek. The Township of Otsego was officially Inlinall = 0,03640001$1. . annexed into the district in 1962. To become a member of ,4 the district, each village or township board had to pass a ` resolution proclaiming their intent to join the district and Royalty applicants 0 Address numbers sought must be displayed The Otsego Festival committee is All houses and principal buildings searching for new entries for the Building permits in the City of Otsego shall display Otsego Festival Royalty that will their assigned address number in serve in 2009-2010 They will required represent the City of Otsego in the The Otsego Department of Building numerals at least four inches high in community and in parades. The ages Safety oversees all building permits contrasting color to the background and clearly visible from the street. for the candidates are: issued while adhering to and In cases where the principal building • Little Miss age 6-8 enforcing the MN State Building is obscured from view from the street, • Little Mister age 7-10 Codes.The department works with the numbers shall be displayed on the • Junior Miss age 9-12 homeowners to ensure everyone's g mail box in numerals not less than two Anyone interested can contact Rose safety as well. inches high,of a light reflective Cassady at 441-8769 or e-mail at Inspection scheduler Barb Williams material,and of contrasting color to the <ROSDAY@msn.com>. They will says that homeowners are often background....... be crowned at the 2009 Festival Sept unaware that permits are required for 19th. ..... sheds, decks, fences, swimmingpools, ools, N roofing and siding. She also asks that 1 homeowners check if they have any �� 4l 2 3 Ca before you dig. permits out that haven't yet had their s the Law final inspection. If unsure, call 441- t; -,-,...,.__ \ 1 ' Gopher State One Cal1 will notify 2593 to ask. all utilities to mark you roperty Inspection hours are Monday to Numbers in contrasting color to house. There is no fee. '',4;;;;N," Thursday 8:30-4:30 and Friday 8:30- f' 11:30...,.x. Enjoy Otsego's parks and trails as weather warms Otsego has six city parks and one county park as well as many bike trails for residents to experience. Neighborhood parks include playground equipment, benches, sport courts, trails and :. .--;" picnic areas.The city's large regional park, Otsego Prairie Park, also includes a skate park and ball fields. Wright County Otsego Park is located on the Mississippi River offering many ` amenities and paths with beautiful views of the river. . , The park shelter in Prairie Park can be reserved through City Hall. Forms are on the city website. A gazebo and two shelters in Otsego County Park can be reserved online through Wright ".`."-". County<http://www.co.wright.mn.us/department/parks>or 763-682-7693. Information on city park facilities, reservation forms and the ball field schedule can be found on the city website on the Parks and Recreation Commission page. Information on an Adopt-a-Park program will be coming out soon. The Public Works Department can work with groups on specific projects tailored for large and small groups, different ages and abilities. Contact City Hall for a form. The District 728 Recreation offerings will be included in the spring Community Education and Recreation bulletin that was delivered in the Star News delivery area at the end of March. Offerings and registration 1 ,� can be found on the website<www.728communityed.com.> Otsego residents, whether they ``. are in School District 728 or not, are entitled to discount registration fees because of the city's partnership with Community Recreation. A Leash & scoop in parks Easter Event -ti, , . : +� Pet owners are reminded that dogs must be leashed Saturday,Apr.4 '° 14;. in our parks and waste disposed of properly. 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