10-09-1995 City Council MinutesCITY OF OTSEGO
WRIGHT COUNTY, MINNESOTA
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
6:30 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
OTSEGO CITY HALL
OCTOBER 9, 1995
1. Mayor call the meeting ro order_
Mayor Freske called the meeting to order at 6:33 PM.
Roll Call: Mayor Norman F. Freske; Councilmembers: Suzanne Ackerman, Ron Black,
Larry Fournier, Vern Heidner.
Staff: Andy MacArthur, City Attorney; Larry Koshak, City Engineer; Elaine Beatty,
Clerk/Zoning Administrator; Phyllis Boedigheimer, Director of Business and Finance; Judy
Hudson, Deputy Clerk; Carol Olson, Secretary.
2. Consider Agenda
Mayor Freske requested the addition of: 9.5.2. Vision Meeting
9.5.3. Letter from the Office of Legislature,
Auditor
CM Black requested the addition of: 6.1. To direct the Planning Commission to
re -look at the Comprehensive Land Use
Plan for the SW Corner of Otsego
9.5.1. Set a Special City Council Meeting
CM Fournier motioned to approve the October 9, 1995 City Council Agenda as
amended. Seconded by CM Heidner. All in favor. Motion carried.
CM Fournier motioned to approve the September 25, 1995 City Council Minutes as
written. Seconded by CM Ackerman. All in favor. Motion carried.
Roger Anderson, Engineer for Long Haul Trucking.
Mr. Anderson is here tonight regarding the issue of soils for the Otsego Industrial Park.
Larry Koshak said he will be asking the Council to give authorization to the City Engineer
and City Clerk to make any necessary changes in the Developers Agreement as a result of
poor soil conditions on this site. Because of poor soil conditions, changes may have to be
made to the drainage plans and a change to a section of the street.
Otsego City Council Meeting of October 9, 1995, cont'd. Page 2.
CM Black motioned to authorize the City Engineer with concernance of the City
Attorney, to make any necessary changes to the Developers Agreement with Long
Haul Trucking. Seconded by CM Fournier. All in favor. Motion carried.
Discussion: Mr. Anderson noted this will involve moving the pond, and to use better soils
for the road embankment.
5 1 Consider Duane Fiedler's request for Leave of Absence without pay.
5.2. Consider Recycling bins for Otsego School.
CM Black motioned the adoption of the Consent Agenda. Seconded by CM
Heidner. All in favor. Motion carried.
6_ Bob l irmis
Mr. Kirmis did not attend the meeting.
CM Black brought up that the Comprehensive Land Use Plan was basic planning, started
6 or 7 years ago. In the last 2 years, Otsego has experienced significant requests for land
uses in the Southwest part of the City.
CM Black motioned to direct the Planning Commission to update the
Comprehensive Land Use Plan, Planning Districts 8 and 9, under the direction of
David Licht and Bob Kirmis of NAC, with the assumption that Sewer and Water
will be available and to keep land available for Sewer and Water also with
cnsideration to the city of Albertville's plans. Seconded by CM Fournier. All in
favor. Motion carried.
Discussion: The Council would like to see some guidelines by the first of the year.
7 Andy MacArthur. City Attorney
7.l Discussion and review of other Cities Ord re- Street Parking
(Cont from September 25, 1995 Council Agendal
Mr. MacArthur has reviewed ordinances, prohibiting parking in residential areas, from St.
Michael, Albertville and Robinsdale.
Mr. MacArthur said he can put together a short form ordinance for Otsego. A problem
would be with the definition of a residential street.
Mr. Koshak explained that the majority of the streets in Otsego are 24 feet wide, which is
too narrow for parking. He said the Council can eliminate parking on streets by
resolution.
Mr. MacArthur said that if its the City's attempt to prohibit parking on all City Streets, this
can be done, then the bike trails should be designated. He also suggested to review other
vehicles besides the semi -trucks. Mr. MacArthur suggested drafting an ordinance and
have the Sheriff review.
Otsego City Council Meeting of October 9, 1995, cont'd. Page 3.
CM Fournier motioned to have the City Attorney in coordination with the City
Engineer, draft an Ordinance for Prohibiting Street Parking for Vehicles over a
certain weight and to designate bike paths, fitting the needs of Otsego. Seconded by
CM Ackerman. All in favor. Motion carried.
Discussion: CM Black asked if it is the intent to prohibit parking on all City Streets. CM
Heidner pointed out there is parking on streets at times of the larger parties.
Mr. Koshak suggested to restrict the no parking at all times during the winter months,
because of snowplowing, and for the rest of the year make a restricted temporary parking.
None
Mr. Koshak reported that this project is substantially complete except for a few checklist
items. He will be meeting with the landowners to conclude the agreements with them and
get the release forms. There will be some cash settlements, which he will bring to the
Council. They were not able to determine the damages until the project was completed.
Mayor Freske requested Larry Koshak to call the Kolles to let them know this is being
worked on. Mr. Koshak said the Kolles have a drainage issue. We reduced their drainage
area by 50%, which the Kolles are not satisfied with and Larry Koshak will talk to them.
B Consider Recommendation to ADnrove Supplemental Agreement #1_
(see attached report)
Mr. Koshak reported that a drainage pond is proposed to be constructed east of the
project site. Mr. Koshak recommended approval of Supplemental Agreement #1.
Approval of Agreement will be based on the contingency that we receive an easement
from Lin -Bar. Lin -Bar might not go ahead with their development if either of the
following issues are negative: 1. County may require a by-pass and turn lane (Mr.
Koshak feels this would be excessive for only 5 lots being developed. 2. Pending City
Council Action for the Lef-Co Project.
CM Black motioned to approve Supplemental Agreement #1, contingent upon the
City obtaining the easement, as outlined by City Engineer. Seconded by CM
Fournier. All in favor. Motion carried.
Otsego City Council Meeting of October 9, 1995, contd. Page 4.
CM Fournier motioned the approval of Resolution #95-36, A Resolution Approving
Final Pay Request for Fehn Excavating, Inc., (Project 95-1 Otsego Prairie Park
Improvements) for $10,619.00. Seconded by CM Black. All in favor. Motion
carried.
Discussion: CM Heidner was concerned with the fact that the seeding and mulching have
not been done and it is getting late in the season. Mr. Koshak said they plan on using soil
from the CSAR 37 & Odean Project for the City Park top soil. He agreed that it is getting
late for seeding and he will check this out.
Mayor Freske inquired about the service roads along 101. Mr. Koshak responded that
Quale Avenue was previously discussed, and per Council direction a letter was written in
July telling the District to drop the Quale Avenue issue. Regarding the extension from
Frankfort to 62nd Street, Mr. Koshak hasn't seen the plans nor has he heard from
MnDOT. Once the plans are received, Mr. Koshak will bring them to the Council.
CM Black asked Mr. Koshak if he had responded to Dr. Flannery's Letter. Mr. Koshak
said he will check on this. He also discussed with the Council that his Finn has been
spending a lot of time and money on the Well issues. Mr. Koshak has directed Kevin
Kielb to cease attending meetings etc., unless there is direct request from City Council or
Staff.
CM Black's perspective is to give the City Engineer authorization to attend meetings if he
thought they would be productive.
9. Council Items
9-1 Discussion of Monticello Animal Control
Elaine Beatty and the Council discussed this proposal. The Council directed Elaine to
contact the cities and townships Patty Salzwedel works for and get the following
information from them:
1. Costs.
2. Insurance issues
3. Quality of Work that is performed
4. How many dogs picked up in the last 2 or 3 years are dogs without
owners.
Also to contact the City of Monticello and get their costs, their clarification and if they
agree contracting the use of their facilities.
Otsego City Council Meeting of October 9, 1995, cont'd. Page 5.
Phyllis noted that the animal control budget item was removed for 1996.
Mayor Freske requested Elaine to check with the MN League of Cities regarding cost of
insurance.
9.2. Discussion of NAC Fee Change for 1996
The increase is only for staff attendance at meetings, per person, per meeting with a
different rate for support staff and for associates and principals.
Mayor Freske noted the fees have never changed since Otsego hired NAC.
CM Black said his preference is for a flat rate to be the same no matter who is in
attendance. The reason being then there is no finanical pressure dictating who would be
attending.
The Council directed Elaine Beatty to discuss this further with Mr. Licht.
9 Consider Membership to the Economic Development Partnership of
Wright C_ o
Phyllis Boedigheimer went over her attached memo. Phyllis believes this will be a viable
group in 1996 and recommends joining. The cost is $50. for the reamainder of 1995.
The 1996 proposed budget includes the $1,000.00 membership fee to Wright County
Partnership. She also requested Council's support in her membership to the board, should
she be voted by the board for that position.
CM Fournier motioned to accept the Director of Finance and Business
recommendation to join the Economic Development Partnership of Wright County,
for $50 for 1995 and $1,000 for 1996. Seconded by CM Black. All in favor. Motion
carried.
Discussion: The Council also supports Phyllis' appointment to the Board, if she is asked
to fill the current vacancy.
9-4- Discussion of Curfew - Suzanne Ackerman
CM Ackerman reported she had sent out letters to the surrounding communities regarding
this curfew issue and received no response. She has received a few calls showing an
interest in forming a citizens committee to review and discuss the Curfew Ordinance.
CM Black motioned that a citizens committee be established for the purpose of
reviewing the issues of establishing a Curfew Ordinance for the City of Otsego.
Seconded by CM Heidner. All in favor. Motion carried.
Discussion: CM Black noted the Mayor will make the appointments with CM Ackerman's
recommendation. The Advertisement should specifically have language to include some
High School Students.
Otsego City Council Meeting of October 9, 1995, cont'd. Page 6.
h Discuss public cervices in the Albertville/Otsego Border
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These items were discussed under Item 6.1.
9.5.2. Visioning Meeting
Mayor Freske brought up for discussion that maybe some local business owners and
representatives from organizations should be invited to attend.
After discussion the Council felt they should keep with the original intent and that for the
first meeting leave as is, but this could be considered for other meetings.
9-5-3. Letter from the Legislature, Auditor's Office.
Mayor Freske received this letter and a survey on our Board of Review Meetings, which
needs to be filled out by October 16th. CM Black volunteered to complete the survey.
CM Black motioned to set October 12, 1995, 6:30 PM for a Special City Council
Meeting regarding the Albertville Annexation. Seconded by CM Ackerman. All in
favor. Motion carried.
Elaine Beatty reported she received a letter from the MN Pollution Control Agency stating
there might be some funding available for Otsego's Sewer Study.
Phyllis Boedigheimer gave an update on the Well Insurance, stating our Insurance Carrier
denied coverage, but we were covered under the agent's Errors and Omissions Policy and
will be receiving a check for the motor pump, less the $500. deductible.
CM Fournier reported he will be taking a look at a feedlot and asked if anyone wanted to
go along. CM Ackerman said she will.
Mayor Freske said Duane Fiedler will be attending a MN Rural Water Meeting on
October 24th. It was suggested that a member of the Public Works Committee also
attend.
Otsego City Council Meeting of October 9, 1995, cont'd. Page 7.
9.6. Consider Claims List forpan rT oval
CM Black motioned to approve the Claims List as presented. Seconded by CM
Heidner. All in favor. Motion carried.
Discussion: CM Fournier noted that the Claims List doesn't show a print out of salaries.
After discussion, the Council agreed the Monthly Budget Report includes this information
and is adequate.
9.7_ Adjourn by 10 PM
CM Fournier motioned to adjourn the October 9, 1995 City Council Meeting.
Seconded by CM Black. All in favor. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at
7:40 PM.
Ma r Norman F. Fresk
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A est: Elaine Beatty, City Clerk/ ring Administrator
Record,,
ecord d y: J Hudson, Deputy Clerk