09-27-21 City Council MinutesOTSEGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2021
7:00 PM
OTSEGO PRAIRIE CENTER
Call to Order.
Mayor Stockamp called the meeting to order at 7:08 PM.
Roll Call:
Mayor Jessica Stockamp; Councilmembers: Jeff Dahl, Tina Goede, and Tom Darkenwald. Absent;
Councilmember Brittany Moores. Present City Staff: City Administrator/Finance Director Adam Flaherty;
City Attorney Dave Kendall; City Planner Daniel Licht; City Engineer Ron Wagner; and Deputy City Clerk
Bethany Benting.
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Stockamp led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Open Forum:
Mayor Stockamp opened the Open Forum at 7:09 PM.
No Public comments.
Mayor Stockamp closed the Open Forum at 7:10 PM
2. Consider Agenda Approval.
CM Dahl motioned to approve as presented, seconded by CM Darkenwald. All in favor.
Motion carried 4-0.
3. Consent Agenda.
3.1 Approve Claims List.
3.2 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes.
A. September 13, 2021 Meeting.
B. September 13, 2021 Special Meeting.
3.3 Adopt Resolution 2021-71 Accepting the Community Safety Grant Donation — CenterPoint Energy.
3.4 Accept Quotes and Authorize Biosolids Hauling, Land Application and Storage Tank Cleaning.
3.5 Approve OpWorks Software Contract.
3.6 Approve Resolution 2021-72 and 2021-73 Adopting a Preliminary Property Tax Levy —Payable 2022.
3.7 Adopt a Proclamation Recognizing Infant Loss Remembrance Day.
3.8 Adopt Ordinance 2021-16 Amending the City Code Regulating Lawful Gambling.
3.9 Approve Pay Estimate #4 (Final) for the Lift Station #7 Project.
3.10 Approve Pay Estimate #3 (Final) for the 70' Street Trunk Watermain Project.
3.11 Approve Pay Estimate #6 for the Water Tower #4 Project.
3.12 Approve Administrative Intern Job Description.
3.13 Adopt Resolution 2021-78 and Ordinance 2021-17 — Park Memorial Donations.
3.14 Adopt Resolution 2021-74 Accepting Sponsorship Donations for the Otsego Prairie Festival.
CM Darkenwald motioned to approve the consent agenda as written, seconded by CM Dahl.
All in favor. Motion carried 4-0.
4. Planning•
4.1 Ashwood Third Addition.
A. Presentation by City Planner Licht.
B. Consider Approval of a Final Plat.
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C. Consider Resolution 2021-75 Approving a Development Contract.
City Planner Licht presented the staff report.
Applicant, Jeff Benzinger with Ashwood Development LLC., was present via zoom and agreed with the
staff report.
CM Darkenwald asked Mr. Benzinger to state his name and address for the record.
Mayor Stockamp wanted clarification on the type of houses that will be built and what the price range
will be. Mr. Benzinger explained the price will be a little higher ranging from $450,000-550,000.
CM Darkenwald asked Mr. Licht to show the map again showing the development on the big screen for
all to see. City Engineer Wagner commented that at the end of 75th street the City Street department
will place in a type 3 barricade instead of a cul-de-sac. This will keep traffic from driving down there.
CM Goede asked for clarification on where Outlot B was and asked if that's where 75th Street was
located. City Planner Licht reviewed the final plat showing the location of Outlot B.
CM Dahl praised the developer for thinking ahead with the roads.
CM Darkenwald asked Mr. Benzinger how it has gone working with City staff. Mr. Benzinger commented
that everyone is putting in extra efforts knowing that there is a lot going on and is very busy. He is
pleased to work with the City of Otsego. Mr. Benzinger said he plans to put shovels in the ground within
2-3 weeks, and pipes in the ground next spring.
CM Darkenwald motioned to approve the final plat of Ashwood 3rd Addition subject to the
conditions as outlined in the Findings of Fact and Decision as presented and adopt
Resolution 2021-75 approving a Development Contract, seconded by CM Goede. All in
favor. Motion carried 4-0.
4.2 Northwater.
A. Presentation by City Planner Licht.
B. Consider Approval of a Final Plat.
C. Consider Resolution 2021-76 Approving a Development Contract.
D. Consider Resolution 2021-77 Approving a Construction & Maintenance
Agreement.
City Planner Licht presented the staff report.
Applicant Dan Willenbring with Tamarack Land Development LLC, was present and agreed with staff
report. He hopes they will be installing pipe by next Monday.
CM Darkenwald asked if the intersection of 70th street and Marlowe is covered in the agreement. Mr.
Willenbring confirmed yes.
CM Goede asked about if there would be any signage on CSAH 38 and Maciver. Mr. Willenbring said just
temporary construction signage, but no monuments for there will not be a HOA.
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Mayor Stockamp commented she appreciated that Tamarack Land Development LLC worked well with
the County knowing it was important to Otsego residents in adding a turn lane.
CM Dahl also commented a lot of residents had concerns about a cross walk and if that would be added.
City Planner Licht said the crosswalk is already located in the roundabout by Maciver and 70th Street.
CM Darkenwald asked about the drainage to the north. Mr. Wagner explained it's always been in the
plans. It will go through the storm water drainage and actually help with the drainage. In addition, CM
Darkenwald asked Mr. Willenbring how it has been working with City staff. Mr. Willenbring said he has
been approved for four projects through the City of Otsego which has been a lot of work but couldn't ask
for better turnaround.
CM Darkenwald motioned to approve the final plat for Northwater subject to the conditions
stated by the Findings of Fact and Decision as presented; adopt Resolution 2021-76
approving a Development Contract; and adopt Resolution 2021-77 approving an agreement
with Wright County related to CSAH 38, seconded by CM Goede. All in favor. Motion carried
4-0.
S. Public Hearing:
5.1 Liauor License Application for JCGH LLC (dba: Napa Valley Liquors).
A. Presentation by City Administrator/ Finance Director Adam Flaherty.
B. Public Hearing,
C. Consider Approval of an Off -Sale Intoxicatinq Liquor License.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty presented the staff report.
Mayor Stockamp opened the Public Hearing at 7:35 PM.
No comments were made.
Mayor Stockamp closed the Public Hearing at 7:35 PM
CM Dahl wanted clarification on why it was sent to the gambling enforcement. Mr. Flaherty stated this is
that State's entity that covers multiple topics including liquor licensing.
CM Darkenwald was confused if Napa Valley didn't have a current license. Mr. Flaherty said they do
have a current one, but it was an ownership change therefore needing to apply for a license with a new
owner.
CM Darkenwald motioned to approve an off -sale intoxicating liquor license for JCGH LLC
(dba: Napa Valley Liquors at 15850 87th Street NE, Suite 111), for the license period
September 27, 2021 to June 30, 2022, seconded by Mayor Stockamp. All in favor. Motion
caried 4-0.
6. City Council Reports and Updates.
6.1 Commission Liaison Updates:
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A. Heritage Preservation Commission Liaison CM Moores. CM Moores was not present at
tonight's meeting but Mayor Stockamp noted that Commissioners participated in the Prairie Festival
booth.
B. Parks and Recreation Commission Liaison Mayor Stockamp noted they have been talking
about the Ballfield Improvement Plan. Commissioners have been getting ready for the festival and
preparing for the upcoming Pumpkin Patch event.
C. Planning Commission Liaison CM Darkenwald said he had no updates.
D. Public Safety Commission Liaison CM Goede was not present at the meeting so Mayor
Stockamp updated that the commission mainly prepared for the Prairie Festival Public Safety booth.
7. Staff Reports and Updates.
City Administrator/Finance Director Adam Flaherty was not in attendance for the Prairie Festival but
heard it was the biggest one yet. Mayor Stockamp said the estimated attendance was 8,000 people and
things went well. The fireworks were great and there was a lot of positive feedback from the vendors,
volunteers and residents. City Administrator/Finance Director Adam Flaherty also reported that new City
staff Max who will be the Mechanic started today. Mr. Flaherty also updated the Council that he will be
attending a government finance conference in Alexandria for the next couple days.
City Engineer Ron Wagner updated the Council on how the grass seed is starting to grow in Heritage
Hills and that the trails on 70th Street are nearing completion.
City Planner Licht said no Planning commission next Monday October 4th, but 2 applications came in for
the next meeting set for October 18.
Sergeant Oltmanns commented about Prairie Festival going well with no major issues. They had a Sheriff
stationed on site starting at 5 PM. He also commented next year they will have someone on site
through that 12 -hour span. On a different note, with the beginning of schools, they have been slammed
with a lot more threats. It has been very busy and a lot of follow up. It is County wide, but it has been
busy for the Sheriff department in putting in a lot of hours into the schools.
8. Adjourn.
CM Darkenwald motioned to adjourn at 7:48 PM, seconded by CM Goede. All in favor.
Motion carried 4-0.
yor Jessica Stockamp
ATTEST:
Bethany Ben ' , Deputy i Clerk
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