2023-01-03 City Council Agenda PacketCity of Albertville Council Agenda
Tuesday, January 3, 2023
City Council Chambers
7 pm
PUBLIC COMMENTS -The City of Albertville welcomes and encourages public input on issues listed on the agenda or of general community
interest. Citizens wishing to address the Council regarding specific agenda items, other than public hearings, are invited to do so under Public Forum
and are asked to fill out a “Request to Speak Card”. Presentations are limited to five (5) minutes.
Oath of Office
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor Term Expires - December 31, 2024
Rob Olson, Councilmember Term Expires - December 31, 2026
Bob Zagorski, Councilmember Term Expires - December 31, 2026
1.Call to Order
2.Pledge of Allegiance – Roll Call Pages
3.Recognitions – Presentations - Introductions
4.Public Forum – (time reserved 5 minutes)
5.Amendments to the Agenda
6.Consent Agenda
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City staff and will be
enacted by one motion. In the event an item is pulled, it will be discussed in the order it is listed
on the Consent Agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items. Items pulled
will be approved by a separate motion.
A.Approve the December 5, 2022, Truth-in-Taxation Meeting minutes as presented.3
B.Approve the December 5, 2022, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented.4-8
C.Authorize the Tuesday, January 3, 2023, payment of claims as presented, except bills
specifically pulled which are passed by separate motion. The claims listing has been
provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view at City
Hall upon request.
9
D.Adopt Resolution No. 2023-01 designating official Newspaper, Officials, Consulting
Firms and Depositories for 2023.
10-12
E.Approve an On-Sale Temporary Liquor License for the Church of St. Albert’s Dinner
event on February 18, 2023, to be located at St. Albert Parish Center, 11458 57th Street NE.
13
F.Adopt Resolution No. 2023-02 accepting a Donation from the STMA Rotary Club for the
Sunshade for Central Park.
14-15
G.Reduce Letter of Credit No. 1053431344, held as security for The Preserve at Albertville,
to no less than $123,335 conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City being
paid in full.
16
H.Reduce Letter of Credit No. 6330559, held as security for the Towne Lakes 7th Addition, to
no less than $122,275 conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City being paid
in full.
17
I.Reduce Letter of Credit No. 162, held as security for the Hunters Lake development, to no
less than $37,080 conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City being paid in
full.
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7. Public Hearing – None
8. Wright County Sheriff’s Office – Updates, reports, etc.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
1. Committee Updates (STMA Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC, etc.)
2. Approve 2023 Board and Committee Appointments 19-22
(Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2023-03 appointing City Councilmembers to various
boards and committees for 2023.)
3 Discussion of Options for City Council Vacancy
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk – None
D. Finance – None
E. Fire – None
F. Planning and Zoning – None
G. Public Works/Engineering – None
H. Legal
1. Update on Maeyaert Property
I. Administration
1. City Administrator’s Update 23
10. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
January 9 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
January 10 Planning Commission, 7 pm
January 16 City Offices are closed in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 17 City Council, 7 pm (Tuesday)
January 23 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
January 30 Joint Governance Meeting, 6 pm
February 6 City Council, 7 pm
11. Adjournment
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
TRUTH-IN TAXATION HEARING MINUTES December 5, 2022 – 6:15 pm
Council Chambers
Albertville City Hall
1.Call to Order
Acting Mayor Olson called the meeting to order at 6:15 pm.
2.Pledge of Allegiance – Roll Call
Present: Acting Mayor Olson, Councilmembers Cocking and Zagorski
Mayor Hendrickson arrived at 6:47 pm
Absent: Councilmember Hudson
Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad and City Clerk Luedke
3.Truth-In Taxation Hearing
City Administrator Nafstad provided an overview of how the property taxes are calculated and
how the budget process works. He presented the historical levy data and explained the changes
and break down to the revenue and expenditures for 2023.
City Administrator reported in September 2022, the preliminary budget was approved with a
7.54% levy increase, but per Council’s direction City staff has reduced the levy to 4.99% by
using the 2022 General Fund Reserves. He provided background information on the items that
had changed since September. He said the 2023 budget included increases to the Wright County
Sheriff’s Department contract, fire operations, general operations, employee cost of living and
rate adjustments, insurance, and capital.
He reviewed the 2023 Budget and Levy summary and stated the proposed levy increase of
4.99% equals an increase of $226,174. He said no one was present for comments and answered
questions from Council regarding the proposed budget.
There was Council discussion regarding the proposed 2023 budget revenue and expenses, the fire
service contract and the general operations.
4.Adjournment
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, second by Councilmember Zagorski to adjourn the
meeting at 6:54 pm. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent:
Hudson. The motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
_____________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 3
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
DRAFT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES December 5, 2022 – 7 pm
Council Chambers
Albertville City Hall
1. Call to Order
Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7 pm.
2. Pledge of Allegiance – Roll Call
Present: Mayor Hendrickson, Councilmembers Cocking, Olson and Zagorski
Absent: Councilmember Hudson
Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad, City Attorney Couri, City Planner Brixius and City
Clerk Luedke.
3. Recognitions – Presentations – Introductions – None
4. Public Forum
There was no one present for the public form.
5. Amendments to the Agenda
City Administrator Nafstad added an item under 9E1 Fire entitled Authorize Fire Department Board
of Officers Promotion.
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, seconded by Councilmember Cocking to approve the
December 5, 2022, agenda as amended. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays:
None. Absent: Hudson. The motion carried.
6. Consent Agenda
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered to be routine by the City staff and will be
enacted by one motion. In the event an item is pulled, it will be discussed in the order it is listed on
the Consent Agenda following the approval of the remaining Consent items. Items pulled will be
approved by a separate motion.
A. Approve the November 21, 2022, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented.
B. Authorize the Monday, December 5, 2022, payment of claims as presented, except bills
specifically pulled which are passed by separate motion. The claims listing has been
provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view at City
Hall upon request.
C. Authorize the payment of all claims received by December 31, 2022, which would be
the year-out closeout of payment claims.
D. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-46 establishing 2023 City observed Holidays.
E. Adopt Resolution No. 2022-47 establishing 2023 City Council Regular Meeting Dates.
F. Authorize the purchase of a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) Air
Compressor/Cascade/Containment Fill Station for the Fire Department.
Agenda Page 4
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 2
Regular Meeting of December 5, 2022
G. Reduce Letter of Credit No. 555, held as security for Advanced Volumetric Alliance,
LLC, to no less than $186,635, conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the
City being paid in full.
City Attorney Couri answered questions from Council regarding the draft 2023 Council meeting
schedule. City Clerk Luedke answered questions from Council regarding the 2023 City Observed
Holidays.
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, seconded by Councilmember Cocking to approve the
December 5, 2022, Consent Agenda as presented. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and
Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Hudson. The motion carried.
7. Public Hearing – None
8. Wright County Sheriff’s Office – Updates, reports, etc.
There were no updates from the Wright County Sheriff’s Office.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
1. Committee Updates (STMA Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC)
Councilmember Olson provided an update from the Parks Committee meeting which included a
discussion regarding possibly establishing a naming rights program for Albertville parks. There was
Council discussion regarding establishing a naming rights policy and the consensus was to have
City staff look at neighboring city examples. City Administrator Nafstad answered questions from
Council and provided details as to what the City had done in the past at Central Park.
2. Reappointment of Planning Commissioners
City Administrator Nafstad introduced the item and answered questions from Council. The Council
thanked Ms. Smith for her service to the City.
MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Cocking to adopt
Resolution No. 2022-48 reappointing Planning Commissioner Stacee Smith through December 31,
2026. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Hudson. The motion
carried.
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk
1. Amend Title 4, Chapter 2 of the Albertville City Code by deleting Sections
Governing Coin Operated Amusement Devices
City Clerk Luedke presented the staff report which included the background information on
licensing of coin operated amusement devices and answered questions from Council.
City Administrator Nafstad answered questions from Council.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to adopt
Ordinance No. 2022-18, amending Title 4, Chapter 2, of the Albertville City Code relating to Coin
Operated Amusement Devices. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None.
Absent: Hudson. The motion carried.
Agenda Page 5
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 3
Regular Meeting of December 5, 2022
2. Adopt 2023 Fee Schedule Ordinance
City Clerk Luedke presented the staff report and said the majority of the City’s fees would remain
the same for 2023. She provided information on the proposed fee increases and said if approved, the
fee schedule would become effective on January 1, 2023. She answered questions from Council
regarding the proposed fees.
City Ad ministrator Nafstad provided additional information the proposed increases to the water
meter fees and special assessment searches. He answered questions from Council regarding the
proposed fees increase of 2% to the water fees.
There was Council discussion regarding the proposed 2023 fee changes, looking at the water fees
throughout the year and license fees for certain items.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Olson to adopt
Ordinance No. 2022-17, amending Title 3, Chapter 1, Section 3-1-3 (City Fees, Fines and Rates
Schedule in the Albertville Municipal Code) and approving the summary Ordinance for Publication.
Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Hudson. The motion
carried.
D. Finance
1. Adopt 2023 Property Tax Levy and Final Budget
City Administrator presented the staff report and said in September 2022, the preliminary budget
was approved with a 7.54% levy increase, but per Council’s direction City staff has reduced the
levy to 4.99% by using the 2022 General Fund Reserves. He provided details on the 2023 budget
increases and said the City had not received any calls regarding their property taxes this year.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to adopt
Resolution No. 2022-49 adopting the 2023 Property Tax Levy. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson
and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Hudson. The motion carried.
MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Olson to adopt
Resolution No. 2022-50 adopting the 2023 Final Budget. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and
Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Hudson. The motion carried.
City Administrator Nafstad recognized Mr. Felix Langford who just arrived and said the public
forum section of the meeting agenda was at the beginning of the Council meeting. Administrator
Nafstad said there had been no changes to the THC moratorium since the November 21 Council
meeting. He said the City was monitoring neighboring cities and answered questions from Council
and Mr. Langford.
City Attorney Couri said he was drafting an ordinance for licensing THC products in the City which
may be available for presentation in January for Council review. He said there may also be a zoning
component for THC products.
There was Council discussion regarding the current THC moratorium and what may be included in
the draft ordinance. The Council also discussed possibly waiting until the State passed further
regulations on THC products but said they may be interested in reviewing a draft licensing
ordinance next month.
Agenda Page 6
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 4
Regular Meeting of December 5, 2022
E. Fire
1. Authorize Fire Department Board of Officers Promotion
City Administrator Nafstad presented the staff report.
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, seconded by Councilmember Cocking to authorize the
promotion of Captain Kyle Gammell to the position of Deputy Fire Chief. Ayes: Cocking,
Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Hudson. The motion carried.
F. Planning and Zoning
1. Albertville Zoning Amendment – Outdoor Storage Ratio
City Planner Brixius presented the staff report and provided background information on the outdoor
storage ratio amendment. He said the Planning Commission held a public hearing and
recommended the Council approve the zoning text amendment limiting the size of outdoor storage
using a ratio related to the building structure and to count the excess parking above the Code
requirements against the outdoor storage area. He said any existing industrial or commercial
businesses would be grandfathered in. Planner Brixius answered questions from Council.
City Administrator Nafstad answered questions from Council regarding the existing industrial
businesses and the properties still available to be developed in the City.
City Attorney Couri answered questions from Council proposed outdoor storage ratio.
There was Council discussion regarding proposed requirements, the properties still available to be
developed and the consensus was to move forward with the proposed 3:1 ratio.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Olson to adopt
Ordinance No. 2022-16 amending Appendix A Albertville Zoning Code, Chapter 1000, Section
100.15 establishing a limit on the size of outdoor storage areas for commercial and industrial land
uses and approve summary Ordinance for publication. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and
Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Hudson. The motion carried.
G. Public Works/Engineering – None
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. Planning Commissioner Compensation Review
City Administrator Nafstad presented the staff report and said City staff had reviewed neighboring
cities’ Planning Commissioner wages.
There was Council discussion regarding neighboring cities’ Planning Commissioner wages and the
consensus was to increase the Planning Commissioner’s wages to $75 for each meeting attended.
MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Olson to increase the
Planning Commissioner’s wage to $75 per meeting attended beginning January 1, 2023. Ayes:
Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Hudson. The motion carried.
Agenda Page 7
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 5
Regular Meeting of December 5, 2022
City Administrator Nafstad provided information on the upcoming Board and Commission
Appreciation event on December 19, 2022. He said the event would take the place of the regular
City Council meeting. He said the City would like to recognize Councilmember Hudson who has
been elected as a State Representative. He said the City has received interest in Councilmember
Hudson vacate seat. City Attorney Couri answered questions regarding the Council quorum
requirements. City Administrator Nafstad and City Clerk Luedke answered questions regarding the
appointment process for the vacant Councilmember seat.
Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
December 12 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
December 13 Planning Commission, 7 pm
December 19 Board and Commission Appreciation Event, 6:30 pm
December 26 City Offices closed in observance of Christmas
December 27 Joint Powers Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7pm
January 2, 2023 City Offices closed in observance of New Years
January 3 City Council, 7 pm - Tuesday
10. Adjournment
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, second by Councilmember Zagorski to adjourn the
meeting at 8:10 pm. Ayes: Cocking, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent:
Hudson. The motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
_____________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 8
Mayor and Council Request for Action
January 3, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – FINANCE – PAYMENT OF BILLS
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Authorize the Tuesday, January 3, 2023, payment of the claims as presented
except the bills specifically pulled, which are passed by separate motion. The claims listing has
been provided to Council as a separate document. The claims listing is available for public
viewing at City Hall upon request.
BACKGROUND: The City processes claims on a semi-monthly basis. The bills are approved
through their respective departments and administration and passed onto the City Council for
approval.
KEY ISSUES:
• Account codes starting with 810 are STMA Arena Expenses/Vendors (bolded) and
key issues will be presented in the claims listing document.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City’s policy to review and approve
payables on a semi-monthly basis.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: City staff has reviewed and recommends approval of
payments presented.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve all bills
pursuant to Minnesota State Law, which requires all bills to be paid in a timely manner,
generally within 30 days unless one party determines to dispute the billing.
Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
• List of Claims (under separate cover)
Agenda Page 9
Mayor and Council Request for Action
January 3, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CITY CLERK – 2023 OFFICIAL DESIGNATION AND
APPOINTMENTS
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-01 designating 2023 officials, consulting firms and
depositories.
BACKGROUND: Each year, the City Council must designate City officials, the official
newspaper for City legal publications, official depositories, and consultants for the City. These
designations will be effective January 3, 2023.
KEY ISSUES:
• An Acting Mayor must be appointed in case of absence of the Mayor to conduct a City
Council meeting.
• All consultants have expressed interest to continue their service.
• Staff recommends the depositories stay the same as the previous year and would include:
Dain Rauscher
Financial Security Bank
LMC 4M Fund
Northland Securities, Inc.
Premier Bank
UBS Financial Services, Inc.
Wachovia Securities/Wells Fargo
LEGAL ISSUES: The Mayor and City Council have the authority to review and approve
designations.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• Resolution No. 2023-01
Agenda Page 10
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-01
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER, OFFICIAL
DEPOSITORIES, AND CITY CONSULTANTS FOR 2023
WHEREAS, it has been the policy of the Albertville City Council to make annual
designations and appointments at the beginning of each year, and;
WHEREAS, the City Council of Albertville, Minnesota, establishes the following are
appointed and designated for the year 2023:
Acting Mayor: Rob Olson
Animal Control: Monticello Animal Control
Weed Inspector: Public Works Supervisor, Tim Guimont
Bond Counsel: Taft Stettinius & Hollister (formerly Briggs &
Morgan)
Building Official Paul Heins, City of St. Michael
City Attorney: Couri & Ruppe, P.L.L.P.
City Engineer: Adam Nafstad, P.E.
City Planner: Alan Brixius, consulting planner
Consulting Engineer: Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Financial Advisor: Northland Securities
Springsted, Inc.
Official Newspaper: North Crow River News (Sun Media)
Official Depositories: Dain Rauscher
Financial Security Bank
LMC 4M Fund
Northland Securities, Inc.
Premier Bank
UBS Financial Services, Inc.
Wachovia Securities/Wells Fargo
Tax Increment Consultants: Taft Stettinius & Hollister (formerly Briggs &
Morgan
Agenda Page 11
City of Albertville
Resolution No. 2023-01
Meeting of January 3, 2023
Page 2
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that such appointments and designations
shall take effect as of January 1, 2023 and shall continue for the remainder of the year or until
such time as a successor is appointed by the City Council.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 3rd day of January 2023.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 12
Mayor and Council Request for Action
January 3, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CITY CLERK – CHURCH OF ST. ALBERT’S TEMPORARY
LIQUOR LICENSE APPROVAL
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following:
MOTION TO: Approve an On-Sale Temporary Liquor License application for the Church of St.
Albert’s Dinner Event to be located at the St. Albert Parish Center, 11458 57th Street NE on
February 18, 2023.
BACKGROUND: The Church of St. Albert has applied for a temporary liquor license for their
Cana Dinner event to be located at the St. Albert Parish Center, 11458 57th Street NE, Albertville
on February 18, 2023.
KEY ISSUES:
• The Church of St. Albert has applied for an on-sale temporary liquor license.
• The organization is requesting to provided alcohol during their Cana Dinner on February
18, 2023, from 5 pm to 11 pm. This is a special event celebrating marriage and will
include a catered meal with wine and beer service.
• The Church has provided the appropriate liquor liability coverage and temporary liquor
license fee.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There is minimal financial revenue collected from the
applicant for the liquor licensing.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the authority to review and
approve or deny any liquor license.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
On File:
• Temporary Liquor License application
Agenda Page 13
Mayor and Council Request for Action
January 3, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CITY CLERK – STMA ROTARY CLUB DONATION FOR
CENTRAL PARK
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: adopt Resolution No. 2023-02 accepting a donation in the amount of $5,000
from the STMA Rotary Club for the purchase and install of a sunshade for Central Park.
BACKGROUND: At the November 7, 2022, City staff received approval to purchase a
sunshade to be placed over the patio area adjacent to the skate park. The amount of the purchase
was $13,279.64 which would be financed with Park Dedications funds. The STMA Rotary Club
has offered donate $10,000 towards the purchase and installation of the sunshade over a two year
period.
KEY ISSUES:
•At the November 7, City Council meeting, a quote from Midwest Playscapes for the
purchase and installation of a sun shade at Central Park was approved.
•The STMA Rotary Club has generously offered to pay $10,000 over a two year period for
the sunshade. The $5,000 is the first year donation.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The remainder of the cost for the purchase and installation
of the sunshade will be financed with Park Dedication funds.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council are required by Minnesota State
Stature to acknowledge and accept all donations by Resolution.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
•Resolution No. 2023-02
Agenda Page 14
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-02
RESOLUTION ACCEPTING A DONATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,000 FROM
THE STMA ROTARY CLUB FOR THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF A
SUNSHADE FOR CENTRAL PARK
WHEREAS, the City of Albertville is authorized to accept contributions of real and
personal people pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 465.03 for the benefit of its citizens; and
WHEREAS, the STMA Rotary Clubs has offered to donate $10,000 towards the
purchase and installation of the sunshade over a two year period; and
WHEREAS, the City of Albertville has received a donation in the amount of $5,000
from the STMA Rotary Club for the purchase and installation of the sunshade which will be
placed over the patio area adjacent to the skate park in Central Park; and
WHEREAS, the City Council would like to thank the STMA Rotary Club and commend
them for their support of the Albertville Parks.
NOW, THERFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Albertville, Minnesota, that the donation be accepted and acknowledged with gratitude.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said funds shall be deposited to the appropriate
fund and used for the sun shade at Central Park for the Albertville Parks Department.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 3rd day of January 2023.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 15
Mayor and Council Request for Action
January 3, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – THE PRESERVE AT ALBERTVILLE – LETTER OF CREDIT
REDUCTION NO 2
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider
approval of the following motion:
MOTION TO: Reduce Letter of Credit No. 1053431344, held as security for The Preserve at
Albertville, to no less than $123,335 conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City
being paid in full.
BACKGROUND: The Developer has requested a reduction to the Letter of Credit held for The
Preserve At Albertville. The Letter of Credit is held as performance and warranty security for the
site improvements and is currently in the amount of $211,435.
Assuming the developer is current with all fees owed to the City and based on work completed to
date, it is recommended that Letter of Credit No.1053431344 be reduced to no less than
$123,335. The reduced balance is believed to be sufficient surety and is consistent with the
development agreement.
KEY ISSUES:
• This reduction does not constitute acceptance of improvements.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is City policy to have all Letter of Credit reductions
approved by the City Council.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There are no financial implications for this request.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City has the legal authority under the development
agreement to reduce the Letter of Credit upon completion of the required improvements or deny
requests for reduction if the required improvements are found unacceptable.
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
On File:
• LOC Reduction History
Agenda Page 16
Mayor and Council Request for Action
January 3, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – TOWNE LAKES 7TH ADDITION – LETTER OF CREDIT
REDUCTION NO. 2
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider
approval of the following motion:
MOTION TO: Reduce Letter of Credit No. 6330559, held as security for the Towne Lakes 7th
Addition, to no less than $122,275 conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City
being paid in full.
BACKGROUND: The Developer has requested a reduction to the Letter of Credit held for the
Towne Lakes Addition. The Letter of Credit is held as performance and warranty security for the
site improvements and is currently in the amount of $330,500.
Assuming the developer is current with all fees owed to the City and based on work completed to
date, it is recommended that Letter of Credit No. 6330559 be reduced to no less than $122,275.
The reduced balance is believed to be sufficient surety and is consistent with the development
agreement.
KEY ISSUES:
•All required municipal improvements have been completed and the remaining LOC is
held to ensure any required correction or repair work is completed during the 2-year
warranty period.
•The remaining LOC is also held as warranty security for required landscaping and to
ensure compliance with HOA landscaping requirements for individual lots.
•The LOC will be eligible for further reduction in November of 2023, after 1-year of the
warranty period.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is City policy to have all Letter of Credit reductions
approved by the City Council
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There are no financial implications for this request
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City has the legal authority under the development
agreement to reduce the Letter of Credit upon completion of the required improvements or deny
requests for reduction if the required improvements are found unacceptable.
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
On File: LOC Reduction History
Agenda Page 17
Mayor and Council Request for Action
January 3, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – HUNTERS LAKES – LETTER OF CREDIT REDUCTION
NO. 3
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider
approval of the following motion:
MOTION TO: Reduce Letter of Credit No. 162, held as security for the Hunters Lake
development, to no less than $37,080 conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City
being paid in full.
BACKGROUND: The Developer has requested a reduction to the Letter of Credit held for the
Hunters Lake Addition. The Letter of Credit is held as performance and warranty security for the
site improvements and is currently in the amount of $90,400.
Assuming the developer is current with all fees owed to the City and based on work completed to
date, it is recommended that Letter of Credit No. 162 be reduced to no less than $37,080. The
reduced balance is believed to be sufficient surety and is consistent with the development
agreement.
KEY ISSUES:
• All required municipal improvements are complete and the bituminous wear course was
placed this past fall. The remaining LOC will ensure any required corrections or repairs are
completed during the 2-year warranty period.
• The LOC will be eligible for reduction after the 1st year of warranty and eligible for release
in the fall of 2024.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is City policy to have all Letter of Credit reductions
approved by the City Council.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There are no financial implications for this request
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City has the legal authority under the development
agreement to reduce the Letter of Credit upon completion of the required improvements or deny
requests for reduction if the required improvements are found unacceptable.
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
On File:
• LOC Reduction History
Agenda Page 18
Mayor and Council Request for Action
January 3, 2023
SUBJECT: CITY COUNCIL – 2023 APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND
COMMITTEES
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council review and
make any desired adjustments to the listed appointments and committee assignments, and then
consider the following:
MOTION TO: Adopt Resolution No. 2023-03, appointing City Council Members to various
boards and committees for 2023.
BACKGROUND: Each year, the City Council must make appointments to the City’s various
boards and committees.
KEY ISSUES:
•Alternates are appointed to the boards and committees to serve in the case of absence of the
appointed Council member.
•Staff appointments are also made to the boards and committees.
•Below is the historical frequency, day, and time the boards and committees generally meet
(subject to change):
Board/Committee Frequency Day/Week Time
Cable TV Board As needed
Emergency Management Director As needed
Economic Development Authority (EDA) As needed
Fire Department Annually Business Meeting Annually 1st Thursday, January 8 pm
FYCC Quarterly 2nd Monday 3 pm
Joint Powers Water Board 1x/month 4th Monday 6 pm
Library As needed
Otsego Creek Authority As needed
Parks Committee 1x/month 4th Monday 7 pm
Personnel Committee 4x/year
Planning Commission 1x/month 2nd Tuesday 7 pm
Emergency Management Committee As needed
Public Works Committee 2x/year
STMA Ice Arena Board 1x/month 2nd Monday 6 pm
I-94 West Corridor Coalition 1x/month 2nd Thursday 1 pm
Agenda Page 19
Mayor and Council Request for Action – January 3, 2023
Council – 2023 Appointments to Boards and Committees Page 2 of 2
LEGAL ISSUES: The Mayor and City Council have the authority to review and approve
appointments to boards and committees of the City.
Submitted by: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
•Resolution No. 2023-03
Agenda Page 20
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 2023-03
RESOLUTION APPOINTING CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS TO
BOARDS AND COMMITTEES FOR 2023
WHEREAS, it has been the policy of the Albertville City Council to make annual
appointments of City Council members to its various boards and committees at the beginning of
each year; and
WHEREAS, the City Council establishes the following are appointed for the year 2023:
Cable TV Board Jillian Hendrickson
Director of Emergency Management Fire Chief
Economic Development Authority (EDA) Mayor and all Council members
Emergency Management Committee Aaron Cocking
Rob Olson
Fire Chief
Alternate – Bob Zagorski
Fire Advisory Committee – Albertville & Otsego Aaron Cocking
Rob Olson
Fire Chief
Finance Director
City Administrator
Fire Relief Association Representatives Fire Chief
Aaron Cocking
City Administrator
FYCC Rob Olson
Alternate – Jillian Hendrickson
Joint Powers Water Board Jillian Hendrickson
Rob Olson
Alternate – Bob Zagorski
Library Jillian Hendrickson
Otsego Creek Authority Rob Olson
Planning Commission Rep
Parks Commission Rob Olson
Alternate – Jillian Hendrickson
Public Works Supervisor
Agenda Page 21
City of Albertville
Resolution No. 2023-03
Meeting of January 3, 2023
Page 2
Personnel Committee
Jillian Hendrickson
Rob Olson
Planning Commission Bob Zagorski
Alternate – TBD
Public Works Committee Aaron Cocking
Rob Olson
Water/Wastewater Supervisor
Public Works Supervisor
City Administrator
STMA Ice Arena Board Aaron Cocking
TBD
Alternate – Bob Zagorski
Arena Manager
City Administrator
Finance Director
STMA Finance Advisory Committee
I-94 West Corridor Coalition
Bob Zagorski
City Administrator
Rob Olson
Jillian Hendrickson
City Administrator
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that such appointments shall take effect on
the date January 3, 2023, and shall continue for the remainder of the year or until such time as a
successor is appointed by the City Council.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 3rd day of January 2023.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 22
City Administrator’s Update
December 29, 2022
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
I-94 West Chamber State of the Cities Luncheon: The event will be held on Tuesday, January
25, 2023, from 11 am to 1 pm at Rush Creek Golf Club. Please let me know if you would like to
attend.
I-94 Corridor Coalition 2023 Legislative Preview: This year’s event will be held on Friday,
January 6, 2023, from 7:30 am to 9 am at the Rogers Event Center. Please let me know if you
would like to attend.
CenterPoint Gas Franchise Fee: Effective January 1, 2023, the CenterPoint Energy franchise fee
will be implemented.
Joint Governance Meeting: The Joint Governance meeting with the City of St. Michael and the
STMA School Board is scheduled for January 30, 2023, at 6 pm at STMA.
Parks Committee Opening: The City has posted the Parks Committee Member opening on the
City’s website and included it in the Fall newsletter. As of today, the City has not received any
applications or inquires.
ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
Lift Station Upgrades: Public Works is working on 4 lift station upgrades. Generally, upgrades
are related to control panels and electrical components. Eligible expenses can be paid with
ARPA funds otherwise are paid with enterprise capital reserves.
WWTP Reed Bed Elimination: We are scheduled to present final plans and bid the project in
February and are working with Northland Securities on an estimated debit schedule.
2023 Street Improvements: Design of the 2023 Street Improvement project is underway and
will be bid mid to late winter. Staff is reviewing options to include a trail along 62nd Street into
Towne Lakes.
I-94 Gap Project: MnDOT is anticipating 2024 construction and has consultant working on final
design. We have a question into MnDOT as to whether a ped bridge at CR 37 can be included in
the project.
County Road 137: The County will be reconstructing 137 in 2024. Unless desired otherwise,
staff will be working with the county on options for a trail along 137 and crossing provisions at
the 62nd Street intersection.
Agenda Page 23