ITEM 3.2B 5.8.2017 MinutesITEM 3.213
OTSEGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OTSEGO PRAIRIE CENTER
MAY 8, 2017
7:00 PM
Call to Order.
Mayor Stockamp called the meeting to order at 7:03 PM.
Roll Call:
Mayor Jessica Stockamp; Councilmembers: Vern Heidner, Jason Warehime and Corey Tanner.
Absent: Councilmember Tom Darkenwald. Staff: Adam Flaherty, City Administrator/Finance Director;
Daniel Licht, City Planner; Ron Wagner, City Engineer; Andy MacArthur, City Attorney; and Tami Loff,
City Clerk.
Pledge of Allegiance: Mayor Stockamp led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
1. Open Forum.
Special Presentation: Certificates of Appreciation presented to the Boy Scouts for their help with the
Otsego Egg Hunt Event.
The City Council and Park & Recreation Director Demant presented certificates of appreciation to the
Boy Scouts for their volunteer work with the Otsego Egg Hunt Event.
2. Consider Agenda Approval.
CM Heidner motioned to approve as written. Seconded by CM Tanner. All in favor. Motion
carried.
3. Consent Agenda. (Non -controversial items).
3.1 Approve Claims List.
3.2 Approve City Council Meeting Minutes.
A. April 24, 2017 Board of Review.
B. April 24, 2017 Meeting.
C. April 24, 2017 Special Meeting.
3.3 Approve City Council Special Pay for April 2017.
3.4 Approve Streets Department Seasonal Staff.
3.5 Adopt Resolution 2017-40 Accepting Donation from Summit Real Estate for the Easter
Event.
3.6 Approve Purchase of a Submersible Pump for the Main Lift Station.
3.7 Approve Minnesota Department of Health Memorandum of Agreement.
3.8 Received Advisory Commission Minutes.
A. April 17, 2017 Planning Commission.
3.9 Approve Nextera Lease Agreement.
3.10 Approve Pay Request #1 to Osseo Construction Co. LLC for the Water Tower #1
Rehabilitation Project.
CM Heidner motioned to approve. Seconded by CM Tanner. All in favor. Motion carried.
4. Public Hearing:
4.1 EAW 851h Street and MacIver Avenue.
A. Presentation by City Engineer.
B. Mayor to Open the Public Hearing.
C. Close the Public Hearing.
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City Planner Licht explained the process and purpose of this meeting and further reviewed the
project. He also stated that the City is using State funding for this project so MnDot reviews the
construction plan for the project and then allocates funds.
Mayor Stockamp opened the Public Hearing at 7:21 PM.
Dennis McAlpine, 8507 Nashua Avenue NE, stated this project doesn't sit very well with him; he feels
there are other ways to get the road access to the school. Mr. McAlpine distributed pictures for review
of his property taken by a drone. He feels the road is too close to his property line and he questioned
if the road could be moved north or centered more. He also stated concern with access to the road
during the construction project as he has a permitted home business.
City Engineer Wagner said six different iterations of locations where reviewed during the discussion
process of this project; he said it's a balancing act between different parcels and the City picked the
one that has the least impact overall. He said moving it to the north would have more impact to the
properties further to the east along 85th Street.
City Engineer Wagner said related to access to the road during construction; the plan would be to talk
to the property owner to the north to get a temporary easement on the driveway and also the
contractor will be required to maintain everyone's driveway to keep access to all residents. City
Planner Licht added City staff did meet with Mr. McAlpine last Thursday and reviewed his concerns.
Jennifer Geraghty, 8511 Nashua Avenue NE, stated safety concern with her kids and access to the
bike path and the 55 MPH speed limit. She questioned why the road cannot move further north. She
also stated concern with her property value.
City Engineer Wagner said that roundabouts are considered safer for pedestrians and bikers because
they have the one direction travel and a shorter crossing. He further stated that the intersections
around the roundabout are only 15 MPH speed limit. As far as the additional driveways; he stated if
we move them further to the north the connection pointe for 85th Street moves further east and that
affects driveways to the east. With this plan it only affects three driveways if we move further to the
north we would have to purchase more property and sever more property. He also addressed the
reconstruction of the portion of 85th Street east of Nashua; the existing grade and how it will be
advised as part of the construction plan. City Planner Licht also stated the design speed of the road
outside of the roundabout is a 55 MPH roadway that is established by state law based on the number
of homes that would be located along the roadway.
Julie Abel, 13786 85th Street NE, asked if the existing section of 85th will stay the same speed limit.
City Planner Licht said yes 40 MPH; the new section going west of Nashua will be 55 MPH speed limit.
Ms. Abel asked about assessments. City Planner Licht stated that the current plan is that the project
is funded entirely by state aid funds. Ms. Abel also commented that she agrees that this will affect the
value of their homes.
Greg Swanson, 13580 85th Street NE, stated concern with the wild life in the area and concern with
losing his berm on his property. He said he would like to be assured that there will be some blockage
of noise and lights. Mr. Swanson stated concern that Hakanson Anderson Engineering was on his
property without notice. City Engineer Wagner said letters were mailed out about a week prior and he
was not sure why Mr. Swanson didn't receive one.
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City Attorney MacArthur explained that if the project goes forward we will have an appraiser that will
look at each one of the properties regarding valuation. He said those items can then be addressed
with the appraiser when he contacts each property owner.
Tom Skoog, 13640 85th Street NE, said his property will not be affected but he is surprised on the
road jagging so much. City Engineer Wagner explained again the reasoning behind the design.
Dennis McAlpine, 8507 Nashua Avenue NE, said he was told it would cost more to put the walkway on
the north side of the road. City Engineer said the bike path is planned for the south side. Mr.
McAlpine expressed concern with liability of the path so close to his property especially with his home
business.
Jennifer Geraghty, 8511 Nashua Avenue NE, asked again why the road can't be moved slightly to the
north. City Engineer Wagner explained again the reasoning behind the design.
Keith Knutson, 6630 Odean Avenue NE, stated this project doesn't affect him; he commented why the
city wouldn't just contact the residents beforehand. City Engineer Wagner explained that the City has
been in contact with the residents in the area and have held a number of meetings and also held an
open house regarding the project.
Greg Swanson, 13580 85th Street NE, questioned the road angle.
Dennis McAlpine, 8507 Nashua Avenue NE, stated again his request to move the street to the north
giving him more room.
City staff explained the timeline. This item will be on the June 26, 2017 City Council meeting for
consideration.
CM Warehime motioned to close the Public Hearing at 8:25 PM. Seconded by CM Tanner.
All in favor. Motion carried.
5. Community Development:
5.1 Martin Farms 4 -Phase 2.
A. Prelimina!y Plat/PUD-CUP for 38 Single Family Lots.
City Planner Licht presented the staff report. The Developer Paul Tabone, Lennar, was present and
reviewed the project and thanked the City Council for their support.
CM Heidner motioned to approve a Preliminary Plat and PUD -CUP for Martin Farms 4tn
Addition Phase 2 subject to the conditions listed in the findings of fact and decision dated
May 2, 2017. Seconded by CM Warehime. All in favor. Motion carried.
6. Public Works:
6.1 Consider Resolution 2017-41 Accepting Plans and Specifications for the Kadler Avenue
Watermain Extension and Authorize Advertisement for Bids.
City Engineer Wagner presented the staff report. CM Warehime asked if the pipe going north of the
development have the capacity for development along Kadler. City Engineer Wagner said yes. CM
Warehime further asked if this connection will allow for the local Fire Departments to use the fire
hydrants. City Engineer Wagner said yes. CM Heidner asked how this will affect the cash fund for the
sewer. City Administrator/ Finance Director Flaherty said it is budgeted in the Water Utility Operating
Fund.
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CM Warehime motioned to approve Resolution 2017-41 Accepting Plans and
Specifications for the Kadler Avenue Watermain Extension and Authorize Advertisement
for bids. Seconded by CM Heidner. All in favor. Motion carried.
7. Administration:
7.1 Strategic Planning_
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty reviewed the proposal from Huel-ife to facilitate a
strategic planning process for the city. The City Council concurred to proceed with the process
sometime in the fall.
8. City Council Reports and Updates.
CM Heidner noted for the record Item 3.7 Minnesota Department of Health Memorandum of
Agreement; he said a few months ago we had a resident in that lived on the West side who was
concerned with Radium in her water. It was suggested at that meeting that she contact City staff with
the information she presented and she has not done that.
9. Staff Reports and Updates.
Wright County Commissioner Mark Daleiden was present and spoke on the local option sales tax.
He said he is looking for feedback on what people are thinking on this. Mayor Stockamp said one item
brought up was what Sherburne County is doing; would we lose business because they would then go
to Elk River and also the comment is if the larger cities are creating more money than they want to
see more improvements.
Other:
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty said Denny's in Otsego will be holding a Grand Re -
Opening and Anniversary this Thursday, May 11 at 9 AM. He said the WCAT meeting is scheduled
for May 16 at 2 PM and also reminded the City Council of the Northwood Park Grand Opening on May
18 at 6 PM and the P & F Grand Opening on May 19 at 12 PM.
10 Adjourn.
CM Warehime motioned to adjourn. Seconded by CM Tanner. All in favor. Motion carried.
Adjourned at 9:07 PM.
ATTEST:
Tami Loff, City Clerk
5/8/17
Mayor Jessica Stockamp
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