2- WoldCITY HALL AND PUBLIC WORKS SPACE PLANNING
COUNCIL WORKSHOP
JUNE 14, 2021
CITY OF OTSEGO
Agenda
CITY OF OTSEGO
1. Review Guiding Principles
2. Discuss Space Program & Staffing Projections
3. Review Facility Tours
4. Discuss Recommended Solutions & Phasing
1. Create phased solutions that anticipate the needs for the next
twenty years, but are adaptable and allow flexibility in future
programming. Solutions should also embody the overall vision for the
City Campus.
2. Provide safe and effective spaces that protect both city staff and
property but still creates an open and engaging climate to serve
the public.
3. Organize departments and workspaces in a logical manner to
encourage flexibility, efficiency, and collaboration.
4. Integrate technology and sustainability practices that enhance
workflows and building functionality.
5. Develop solutions that foster Otsego’s identity and promote
professionalism and continual development.
Guiding Principles
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Space Standards:
The following are suggested Space Standards based on job classification:
Administrator Office 225 sq. ft. to 250 sq. ft. (20’ x 12’)
Department Head Office 150 sq. ft. to180 sq. ft. (15’ x 12’)
Supervisor Office 120 sq. ft. (12’ x 10’)
Regular Administrative 7’x6’ work station
Technical/ Engineering 8’x6’ work station
Flexible/ Intern/ Seasonal 6’x6’ work station
Small Meeting Room 150 sq. ft. (3-4 people)
Medium Meeting Room 250 sq. ft. (5-8 people)
Large Meeting Room 500 sq. ft. (10-15 people)
Training Room 1,500 sq. ft. to 2,000 sq. ft. (50-90 people)
Storage and Work Areas Sized as needed
Space Standards
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Space Program –
Department Summaries
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The following improvements are incorporated into the new space program:
- Improved public-facing facilities in City Hall with expanded reception and service counter spaces, in addition
to the consolidation of the Council Chambers with City Hall departments.
- Expanded office and staff support spaces in all departments to accommodate future growth with drop-in
stations and multi-use meeting spaces to promote collaboration and flexibility.
- Expansion of storage spaces across all departments for current and future property: elections equipment,
vehicle and equipment storage, recreation equipment.
- Increased maintenance space and associated support spaces to accommodate future equipment acquisitions
and department functions (wash bay, brine mixing, woodshop).
Existing Utilization Proposed Need
(2030 Program)
Proposed Need
(2040 Program)
Department Staff Program Staff Program Staff Program
City Hall 15 19,578 s.f. 27 20,557 s.f. 35 24,264 s.f.
Public Works 8 33,732 s.f. 14 55,717 s.f. 18 58,982 s.f.
Parks & Recreation 5 13,039 s.f. 9 21,974 s.f. 13 25,041 s.f.
Space Program – Staffing Projections
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MODEL 1 – SURVEYS
2010 Current (2020) 2030 2040 Annual Growth %
City Hall 11.5 15 27 35
Public Works 7 8 14 18
Parks & Recreation 0 5 9 13
Total 18.5 28 50 66 8.5%
MODEL 2 – POPULATION ALIGNMENT
2010 Current (2020) 2030 2040 Annual Growth %
City of Otsego 13,571 19,040 28,000 38,000 6%
City Hall 11 15 24 33
Public Works 7 8 13 18
Parks & Recreation 0 5 8 11
Total 18.5 28 45 62
Facility Tours
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NEW HOPE CITY HALL CARVER CITY HALL SHAKOPEE PUBLIC WORKS
WOODBURY PUBLIC WORKS BROOKLYN PARK PUBLIC WORKS FRIDLEY PUBLIC WORKS
FRIDLEY CITY HALL SHAKOPEE CITY HALL WOODBURY CITY HALL
Facility Tours Takeaways
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•Campus setting integrating existing Prairie Park
facilities and that maintains a reasonable
separation between community-accessible spaces
and internal, public works vehicles and
operations.
•Security measures implemented throughout
the campus in terms of site and staff spaces.
•Prioritization of customer ser vice with easily
accessible reception counters and conference
rooms located just off the lobby.
•Staff spaces that promote collaboration and
integrate daylighting techniques .
•Formal council chambers that facilitate public
participation and viewing while still providing
adequate dais space with security measures
for council members and staff.
•Vehicle and equipment storage spaces that
allow for optimal circulation patterns and
efficiently utilize wall space for storage.
•Mechanics spaces that provide adequate working
space and accommodate future fleet
acquisitions .
Recommended Priorities &
Phasing
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CITY HALL
New Construction
•Enhances safety and security
immediately through separation
of public and private functions.
•Establishes clear identity and
culture for the community and
city operations through
development of civic campus;
promotes strong customer
service focus.
•Consolidates City Hall functions
to one location for better
efficiency.
•Long-term solution that aids
growth of both City Hall &
Public Works.
PUBLIC WORKS
Addition & Renovation
•Vehicle storage & workshop
expansion allows for protection
of city assets and expands
services with wash bay, brine
mixing, and woodshop spaces.
•Staff support spaces renovation
expands offices, locker rooms,
and crew room spaces to fit
Public Works’ needs.
•Mechanics space expansion
accommodates future fleet
acquisitions and equipment
upgrades.
•Addresses deferred maintenance
and site security concerns.
PARKS & RECREATION
Prairie Center Renovation
•Staff support spaces renovation
expands offices, locker rooms,
and crew room spaces to fit
Parks & Recreation’s needs.
•Addresses deferred
maintenance concerns.
•Parks spaces are addressed
through the Public Works
addition spaces.
Schedule & Next Steps
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Next Steps:
•Planning Concepts: May-June 2021
•Council Feedback: June 14, 2021
•Revise and Update Concepts: June-July 2021
•Core Planning Group Recommendation with
Financial Plan: July 2021
Space Program – City Hall
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Space Program
Staff Program Staff Program Staff Program
Department Summary City Hall
1.100 Lobby & Other 4,098 s.f. 5,687 s.f. 6,387 s.f.
1.200 Administration 4 778 s.f. 5 1,109 s.f. 5 1,109 s.f.
1.300 Finance 4 354 s.f. 8 1,039 s.f. 10 1,098 s.f.
1.400 Community Development & Building Inspections 7 684 s.f. 14 2,094 s.f. 20 2,752 s.f.
1.500 Shared Space 4,405 s.f. 6,202 s.f. 6,874 s.f.
1.600 Garage 200 s.f. 1,000 s.f. 2,000 s.f.
Total City Hall Usable Square Footage 10,519 s.f. 17,131 s.f. 20,220 s.f.
Usable to Gross Factor x 1.9 x 1.2 x 1.2
Total City Hall Gross Square Footage 15 19,578 s.f.27 20,557 s.f.35 24,264 s.f.
(2040 Program)
Proposed
Need
Existing
Utilization
Proposed
Need
(2030 Program)
The following space deficiencies are addressed in the new space program:
- Designated public waiting space with properly sized service counters.
- Expanded office spaces (private offices and cubicles) with drop-in stations to accommodate future growth in a
flexible manner.
- Variety of conferencing/meeting spaces with flexible uses.
- Incorporation of Council Chambers in City Hall space.
- Storage space designated for the storage and testing of elections equipment.
Space Program – Public Works
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Space Program
Staff Program Staff Program Staff Program
(2040 Program)
Proposed
Need
Existing
Utilization
Proposed
Need
(2030 Program)
Department Summary Public Works
2.100 Public Spaces 621 s.f. 1 995 s.f. 1 995 s.f.
2.200 Staff Spaces 1 3,024 s.f. 11 3,901 s.f. 14 4,674 s.f.
2.300 Support 5 2,900 s.f. 5,754 s.f. 5,754 s.f.
2.400 Mechanics Suite 2 6,912 s.f. 2 15,752 s.f. 3 16,676 s.f.
2.500 Cold Storage 4,600 s.f. 8,008 s.f. 8,008 s.f.
2.600 Heated Storage 15,675 s.f. 21,308 s.f. 22,876 s.f.
Total Public Works Gross Square Footage 8 33,732 s.f.14 55,717 s.f.18 58,982 s.f.
The following space deficiencies are addressed in the new space program:
- Expanded offices and staff support spaces (locker rooms, crew room) to accommodate future department
growth.
- Expansion of maintenance space to accommodate future equipment and increased capacity of parts storage.
- Separation of Wash Bay and Brine Mixing functions into individualized spaces.
- Expansion of the heated vehicle and cold storage spaces to accommodate existing and planned equipment.
Space Program – Parks & Recreation
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Space Program
Staff Program Staff Program Staff Program
(2040 Program)
Proposed
Need
Existing
Utilization
Proposed
Need
(2030 Program)
Department Summary Parks & Recreation
3.100 Public Spaces 3,382 s.f. 2,268 s.f. 2,268 s.f.
3.200 Staff Spaces 5 1,732 s.f. 9 3,730 s.f. 13 4,388 s.f.
3.300 Support 1,206 s.f. 3,360 s.f. 5,040 s.f.
3.400 Workshop 500 s.f. 2,016 s.f. 2,016 s.f.
3.500 Cold Storage 2,300 s.f. 3,013 s.f. 3,013 s.f.
3.600 Heated Storage 3,919 s.f. 7,588 s.f. 8,316 s.f.
Total Parks & Rec Gross Square Footage 5 13,039 s.f.9 21,974 s.f.13 25,041 s.f.
The following space deficiencies are addressed in the new space program:
- Expanded offices and staff support spaces (locker rooms, crew room) to accommodate future department
growth.
- Creation of a designated workshop space.
- Expansion of the heated vehicle and cold storage spaces to accommodate existing and planned equipment.