08-28-17 City Council MinutesOTSEGO CITY COUNCIL MEETING
OTSEGO PRAIRIE CENTER
AUGUST 28, 2017
7:00 PM
Call to Order.
Mayor Stockamp called the meeting to order at 7:06 PM.
Roll Call:
Mayor Jessica Stockamp; Councilmembers: Vern Heidner, Jason Warehime and Corey Tanner.
Councilmember Tom Darkenwald arrived at 7:07 PM. 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.
Wright County Deputy Rob Mossman said he was approached by a resident regarding goose hunting
on the Lahn property. He said with the recently approved no discharge map it looks as though it
would not be allowed. He further asked if there was a possible variance for a section of that property.
Mr. Mossman was directed to have the resident contact the City Planner and he will update that
section of the map this week.
2. Consider Agenda Approval.
Mayor Stockamp asked that Item 3.313 roll call be updated to include CM Heidner who was in
attendance.
CM Heidner motioned to approve with amendment. 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. August 14, 2017 6 PM Special Meeting,
B. August 14, 2017 Meeting.
C. August 14, 2017 Special Meeting.
3.3 Received Advisory Commission Minutes.
A. Heritage Preservation Commission June 13, 2017.
B. Public Safety Commission July 11, 2017.
C. Parks & Recreation Commission July 18, 2017.
3.4 Adopt Resolution 2017-72 Approving a Revised Purchasing Policy.
3.5 Pay Estimates/Requests:
A. Final Pay Request to Osseo Construction Co. LLC for the Water Tower #1
Rehabilitation Project.
B. Final Payment to North Valley, Inc. for Wokson Hills/Autumn Woods Street Renewal
Project.
C. Final Pavment to Fehn Companies for the 70th Street/CSAR 37 Improvement Proiect.
3.6 Approve Norin Landing Archeological Study Survey Agreement.
3.7 Approve quote for Biosolids Application.
3.8 Approve Sport Court Maintenance Agreement.
CM Heidner motioned with amendment to Item 3.31B. Seconded by CM Tanner. All in
favor. Motion carried.
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4. Community Development:
4.1 Consider Resolution 2017-73 Establishing No Parking Zones on Park Avenue and Parkington
Circle
City Planner Licht presented the staff report. The city received complaints from residents as well as
concerns from the Wright County Sheriff's office regarding on -street parking along Park Avenue west
of Parrish Avenue. The on -street parking is being generated by Boondox Bar & Grille during evening
outdoor events. City staff is recommending sending notice to the residential properties affected
asking for their input.
Mayor Stockamp stated her concern with the outdoor/indoor capacity at Boondox. She said she feels
there is a safety issue here. She further stated Boondox patrons are playing volleyball past their
allowed 10 PM cut off. CM Warehime said he agrees with Mayor Stockamp. He said something needs
to be done that is enforceable by the Wright County Sheriff. He said he likes the idea of reaching out
to the residents in that area. He also stated that the Public Safety Commission can talk to the Sheriff's
department at a future meeting to get input from them.
A parking permit for the residents in that area was discussed. CM Heidner stated he thought that
would be the way to go.
CM Darkenwald asked the City Planner if this is something that would need to go in front of the
Planning Commission. City Planner Licht said no; but if it was something to do with Boondox CUP -
PUD, that yes that would be required, but not for a parking item.
CM Warehime said in the past we have talked on holding the business accountable and there has
been no response.
City staff is recommending tabling this item to wait for public input after the notice is sent out.
CM Heidner motioned to table this to the September 11, 2017 meeting. Seconded by CM
Tanner. All in favor. Motion carried.
5 City Council Reports and Updates.
5.1 Commission Liaison Updates.
A Heritage Preservation Commission Liaison Mayor Stockamp.
Mayor Stockamp said the Commissioners are continuing their work on the booth for the Otsego
Prairie Festival. She also stated that the Commissioners cannot attend the SHPO Conference this year
due to it being the same weekend as the Festival.
B Parks & Recreation Commission Liaison Mayor Stockamp.
Mayor Stockamp said the last meeting was held at Frankfort Park. The Commissioners decided they
would like to continue the off-site meetings at the park facilities again next summer.
C Planning Commission Liaison CM Heidner.
CM Heidner said there were no meetings.
D Public Safely Commission Liaison CM Warehime.
CM Warehime said the Commissioners are moving forward with the CERT program.
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6. Staff Reports and Updates.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty said he is looking for direction on Strategic Planning
dates. The City Council concurred to check dates in February or March.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty reminded the City Council of the Prairie View Elementary
and Middle School Grand Opening on September 7 at 5:30 PM that is open to the public.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty provided a short update regarding a meeting with ISD
728 Superintendent Dan Bittman, City Planner Licht and himself. He noted that Dr. Bittman was open
to having a joint meeting between the City Council, Superintendent and the ISD 728 School Board.
The City Council concurred to have the City Administrator set up a worksession.
City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty said that he spoke with the ER Fire Chief and the
consultant is not able to make the October 9 meeting. The City Council concurred to have City
Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty check if October 30th would work.
City Clerk Loff said the city photo contest closed today and we had over 50 entries. She reminded the
City Council these photos will judged at the Otsego Prairie Festival and the winner will be invited to a
future City Council meeting to be recognized by the City Council.
City Planner Licht gave a Planning Commission meeting update and City Engineer Wagner gave
project updates.
7. Adjourn.
CM Darkenwald motioned to adjourn. Seconded by CM Warehime. All in favor. Motion
carried. Adjourned at 7:41 PM.
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