2023.03.13 City Council MinutesOTSEGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 13, 2023
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: Brittany Moores, Tina Goede, Jeff Dahl, and
Ryan Dunlap. City Staff: City Administrator/Finance Director Adam Flaherty, City Engineer Ron
Wagner, City Planner Daniel Licht, City Attorney Dave Kendall, and City Clerk Audra Etzel.
Pledge of Allegiance:
Mayor Stockamp led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Open Forum:
Mayor Stockamp opened the Open Forum at 7:01 PM. No one from the public spoke.
Mayor Stockamp closed the Open Forum at 7:01 PM.
2. Consider Agenda Approval:
CM Moores motioned to approve the agenda as written, seconded by CM Dahl. All in favor.
Motion carried 5-0.
3. Consent Agenda.
3.1 Approve Claims List.
3.2 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes.
A. February 27, 2023 Meeting.
B. February 27, 2023 Special Meeting.
3.3 Approve City Council Special Compensation for February 2023.
3.4 Adopt Resolution 2023-16 Accepting Public Improvements–Ashwood Addition.
3.5 Adopt Resolution 2023-17 Establishing Municipal State Aid Streets.
3.6 Approve the Hiring for the Park Maintenance I Position.
CM Moores motioned to approve the consent agenda as written, seconded by CM Goede.
All in favor. Motion carried 5-0.
4. Planning:
4.1 Mississippi Landing:
A. Presentation by City Planner.
B. Consider Ordinance 2023-03 Establishing a Planned Unit Development .
C. Consider a PUD Development Stage Plan and Preliminary Plat.
D. Consider Resolution 2023-18 Vacating Existiniz Easement.
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City Planner Licht reviewed the staff report.
The applicant Jesse Hartung, 11837 Ogden Street NW Elk River with Modern Construction of
Minnesota was present to answer questions. Mr. Hartung said he has completed the due
diligence for Phase 1. The area in the floodway presents a challenge for development, they
have hired Stantec for the engineering and are working with FEMA. It is probable the model will
get Outlot B out of the floodway. Additionally, they are working with MnDOT on a ditch that
has had some issues. The plans have been updated to meet the City's requirements. Mr.
Hartung feels the parking with mixed uses is excessive and he would like to address. Mr.
Hartung noted the building height will blend at the location, making the building a focal point.
Their rooftops will include green space. The building is designed to have a main -street -high-
end feel.
CM Dahl asked why the one Planning Commissioner voted no to the project. City Planner Licht
noted they thought it was too intense and concerned the project would not be completed. CM
Dahl asked about the parking for Phase 1. Mr. Hartung said based on the floodway mitigation,
additional phases will include a parking ramp. Mr. Hartung feels the parking lot requirements
would never be at full compacity. He would like the parking needs to be reviewed as the
phases progress; anticipates the restaurant will be frequented by the residents and employees
within the complex, requiring less space.
CM Moores would rather plan for the parking, not knowing if the floodway will be removed.
Mr. Hartung said they are willing to provide all the required parking for Phase 1.
CM Moores is concerned about safety with the height of the building and the large occupancy.
Mr. Hartung said once a building goes over four stories, additional safety features are required
per building code making the building more robust. CM Moores asked about evacuating a
building with this height? Mr. Hartung said there are additional stairs due to the roof top
restaurant, making the building safer. CM Moores asked about the management after the
building is built. Mr. Hartung said a property management company will oversee the day-to-
day activities. CM Moores hesitation is if nothing happens after Phase 1. Mr. Hartung said they
have done due diligence for the whole project. They have included an option for future
parking. Today, they are presenting Phase 1.
Mayor Stockamp is concerned with the project meeting the parking requirements and building
height. The location is unique, and the proposed building appears to be massive, she is unable
to find other apartment buildings of this size within other cities. The Parks Master Plan includes
Outlot A and she feels this needs to be dedicated to the City. He noted Outlot A is private land
and he argues this will be an amazing park with the City having access. Their company wants to
maintain and be able to offer Outlot A for events. City Planner Licht said the best way to
protect the land is to dedicate the land to the City for public use with private leasing. Mr.
Hartung noted about 20% of the park use would be private events and he is willing to work with
the City to allow the City access through a developer's agreement. Mr. Hartung said he doesn't
see issues with the height, the hotel on the other side of Highway 101 is four stories and a roof.
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CM Goede likes the look of the complex and does not mind the height with the Highway 101
height. She does have concerns regarding access routes for fire trucks and ambulances. City
Planner Licht said the building does have access on all four sides and the fire codes will address
the height. Mayor Stockamp asked about access to the stairs in the event of an emergency.
Mr. Hartung explained the fire locks on the doors.
There was discussion on parking not being allowed on Quantrelle at this time, this could be
reconstructed to allow for on -street parking. City Planner Licht said a parking study could
dictate the parking requirements; the current zoning should be met until a study is available for
review. CM Moores asked about hours for the private park. City Planner Licht said the City
Council could establish hours for the private park.
CM Goede is worried about vacancies with the economy, what other businesses are proposed?
Mr. Hartung said he does have colleagues that are interested, and letters of intent would be
available as the project moves forward.
CM Goede would like to work out an arrangement for the park property. City Planner Licht said
the dedication of the park land would not be required until after Phase 1.
Mr. Hartung is willing to provide a parking study to address the parking requirements.
CM Moores asked what will happen if the floodway is not mitigated? City Planner noted future
phases would require public hearing and reviews just like the Phase 1 process and the floodway
would be addressed.
CM Dunlap agrees with Mr. Hartung that the parking requirements seem high. He noted the
project also has multiple variances being requested. City Planner Licht commented on the
Phase 1 conditions stated in the PUD.
CM Moores asked about future phases. City Planner Licht said tonight only Phase 1 is being
approved. The parking is required unless something changes in the future and Outlot A would
be dedicated with a future phase. CM Moores asked how the evacuation and safety would be
met? City Planner Licht said the State Building Code would dictate the building requirements.
Mr. Hartung would like to work with the City and provide a unique building with amenities.
CM Dahl motioned adopt Ordinance 2023-03 and approve a PUD Development State Plan and
preliminary plat for Mississippi Landing subject to the conditions as stated with the findings
of Fact and Decision, as presented, and adopt Resolution 2023-18 vacating existing
easements, seconded by CM Goede. Voting in favor: Dahl, Goede and Moores. Opposed:
Stockamp and Dunlap. Motion carried 3-2.
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5. Engineering:
5.1 Street Maintenance Proiect:
A. Presentation by City Engineer
B. Consider Resolution 2023-19 Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract.
City Engineer Wagner reviewed the power point presentation.
CM Dunlap asked if both Street Projects were over budget and asked if the projects can be
scaled to be within budget? City Engineer Wagner confirmed both projects are over budget.
City Engineer Wagner said the projects could be modified, but he is concerned about the
quantity of streets that will need attention in the coming years and the pricing to complete the
work will not be any cheaper next year; there are a lot of streets that are aging.
CM Dahl motioned to adopt Resolution 2023-19 accepting bids and awarding contract for the
2023 Street Maintenance Project, City Project No. 23-01 to Pearson Bros, Inc. of Hanover, MN
in the amount of $207,238.76, seconded by CM Goede. Voting in favor: Stockamp, Dahl,
Goede and Moores. Opposed: Dunlap. Motion carried 4-1.
2 Street Micro -Surface Proiect:
A. Presentation by City Engineer
B. Consider Resolution 2023-20 Accepting Bids and Awarding Contract.
City Engineer Wagner reviewed the power point presentation.
CM Dunlap asked about the micro -surfacing process. City Engineer Wagner said this process
extends the life of the streets for less funds compared to an overlay.
CM Dahl motioned to adopt Resolution 2023-20 accepting bids and awarding contract for the
2023 Street Micro -Surfacing Project, City Project No. 23-02 to Asphalt Surface Technologies
Corporation of St. Cloud, MN in the amount of $753,810.82, seconded by CM Goede. Voting
in favor: Stockamp, Dahl, Goede and Moores. Opposed: Dunlap. Motion carried 4-1.
6. City Council Reports and Updates:
Mayor Stockamp noted staff and City Council will conduct City Hall tours this coming
Wednesday; Mayor Stockamp, CM Moores and CM Dunlap will be attending.
7. Staff Reports and Updates:
7.1 Schedule Special Meeting for Capital Improvement Plan Bond Discussion
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty said staff is looking to schedule Northland
Securities to discuss financing the City Campus Projects. The City Council agreed with this being
an item of discussion. The Council concurred with rescheduling the discussion of Pavement
Management Funding from March 27 to April 10
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Mayor Stockamp motioned to call for Special City Council Meetings on March 27, 2023 at
5:3013M, and on April 10, 2023 at 5:30PM, seconded by CM Dunlap. All in favor. Motion
carried 5-0.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty said the City received grant funds of $210,000 for
Otsego Creek, reminded of the upcoming city hall tours and special meetings. Staff is in the
process of screening the Emergency Services Director candidates and the Street Maintenance
recruitment will start tomorrow.
City Planner Licht said the next meeting will be a public hearing for a coffee shop at the Bank of
Elk River property and a special joint meeting following the regular meeting with City Council
and Planning Commission to discuss the Comprehensive Plan.
City Engineer said the I<adler Avenue section that did not get paved last fall is getting more
difficult to keep the road open. A detour will be set-up Wednesday and will last until mid-May.
Jason Oltmanns, Wright County Sheriff's Office said there were several accidents with the
recent weather, noting there were no serious injuries reported.
8.. Adjourn.
CM Goede motioned to adjourn at 8:58 PM, seconded by CM Dahl. All in favor. Motion
carried 5-0.
ATTEST:
Audra Etzel, City Clerk
fir_ l 61- AtT ��I v
JEU.,ca Stockamp, Mayor
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