2023-07-17 City Council Agenda Packet
City of Albertville Council Agenda
Monday, July 17, 2023
City Council Chambers
7 pm
6:15 pm – Council Workshop for 2024 Preliminary Budget – Council Chambers
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.
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 June 20, 2023, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. 3-5
B. Authorize the Monday, July 17, 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.
6
C. Accept Account Receivable Report 7-9
D. 2nd Quarter Budget to Actual Report 10-12
E. Approve a Special Event Permit for Family Youth Community Connections for their 9th
Annual Open Streets event on September 9, 2023, from 11 am to 1 pm.
13-15
F. Approve a revision to the Department Meeting and Training Attendance section of the Fire
Department’s Standard Operating Policies and Procedures.
16-17
G. Approve purchase of a BC 1174 Bobcat Brush Cutter in the amount of $6,900. 18-19
H. Approve Payment Application No. 3 to Gridor Construction in the amount of $374,157
for Wastewater System Improvements.
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. Planning Commission Vacancy Discussion
City of Albertville City Council Agenda
Monday, July 17, 2023 Page 2 of 2
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk
1. City Code Amendment - Expiration and Renewal Date for Rental Licenses 20-21
(Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2023-07 amending the Albertville City Code Rental
Licensing Requirements relating to the expiration and renewal date for rental licenses
within the City.)
D. Finance
1. Tort Liability Insurance Renewal 22-23
(Motion to not waive the City’s monetary limits on tort liability established by
Minnesota Statues, Section 466.04.)
E. Fire – None
F. Planning and Zoning
1. Zoning Amendment - Temporary Storage Containers and Dumpster Bags 24-28
(Motion to adopt Ordinance No. 2023-08 amending Section 200.2 Definitions and
1000.15.A Outdoor Storage establishing regulations pertaining to the temporary
outdoor storage of storage containers and dumpster bags in residential zoning
districts.)
2. Driveway and Curb Cut Widths Discussion 29-34
G. Public Works/Engineering
1. Compost Site Discussion
2. County Road 137 Concept Discussion
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. City Administrator’s Update 35-36
10. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
July 24 Joint Power Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
August 7 Council Budget Workshop, 6:15 pm
August 7 City Council, 7 pm
August 8 Planning Commission, 7 pm
August 14 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
August 21 Council Budget Workshop, 6:15 pm
August 21 City Council, 7 pm
11. Adjournment
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
DRAFT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES June 20, 2023 – 7 pm
Council Chambers
Albertville City Hall
1.Call to Order
Mayor Hendrickson called the meeting to order at 7:01 pm.
2.Pledge of Allegiance – Roll Call
Present: Mayor Hendrickson, Councilmembers Hayden and Zagorski.
Absent: Councilmembers Cocking and Olson.
Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad and City Clerk Luedke.
3. Recognitions – Presentations – Introductions – None
4.Public Forum
Mr. Felix Langstad, 10253 78th Street NE, Otsego asked if the Council had a time frame as to
when the THC moratorium would be discussed because he was still very interested in opening
his business. He answered questions from Council regarding the proposed legislative changes.
City Administrator Nafstad said the City has been waiting for the League of Minnesota Cities to
provide governance guidance. He answered questions from Council and said City staff would
provide an update at the next City Council meeting.
5.Amendments to the Agenda
MOTION made by Councilmember Hayden, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve
the June 20, 2023, agenda as submitted. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hayden and Zagorski. Nays: None.
Absent: Cocking and Olson. 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 June 5, 2023, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented.
B.Authorize the Tuesday, June 20, 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.
C.Approve a Special Event Permit including a Temporary Liquor License for the
Church of St. Albert’s Annual Parish Festival on September 17, 2023, to be located at
St. Albert Parish Center.
Agenda Page 3
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 2
Regular Meeting of June 20, 2023
D. Approve a Lawful Gambling Exempt Permit Application for the Church of St.
Albert’s Annual Parish Festival on September 17, 2023, to be located at St. Albert
Parish Center.
E. Release Letter of Credit No. 163992542, held as security for The Fehn Industrial
Park, conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City being paid in full.
MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to approve
the June 20, 2023, Consent Agenda as submitted. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hayden and Zagorski.
Nays: None. Absent: Cocking and Olson. 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 Department.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
1. Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board,
FYCC, etc.)
Councilmember Zagorski provided an update from the STMA Arena Board meeting which
included a discussion on the general financial reports and he answered questions from the other
Councilmembers.
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk – None
D. Finance – None
E. Fire – None
F. Planning and Zoning
1. Approve Bravera Bank Expansion
City Administrator Nafstad presented the staff report which included background information on
the expansion the bank had requested to complete injunction with their interior remodeling
project. He said the Planning Commission reviewed the site and building plans and
recommended approval of the plans. Administrator Nafstad answered questions from Council.
Mr. Austen Adam, with the Bank project, provided an estimated timeframe for the expansion
reporting the outside work would be completed this year and the inside remodel next year.
MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to adopt
Resolution No, 2023-28 approving the site and building plan for the expansion of Bravera Bank
at 11102 57th Street. Ayes: Hendrickson, Hayden and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking
and Olson. The motion carried.
G. Public Works/Engineering – None
Agenda Page 4
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 3
Regular Meeting of June 20, 2023
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. 50th Street Retaining Walls Discussion and Optional Memo of Understanding
City Administrator Nafstad reported in the agenda packet was a draft Memo of Understanding
(MOU) with Wright County for the construction of a retaining wall on 50th Street. He said the
retaining wall was originally built by the City but was now on a County easement and was in
need of repair or replacement. Administrator Nafstad said the retaining wall was necessary to
support the sidewalk and the resident next to it has requested it be replaced due to the poor
condition of it. He agreed the wall was in need of replacement and said the cost could be
upwards of $75,000 which would be split with the County under the County’s Cost Participation
Policy. He said no formal action was needed at this time and that he wanted to see if the Council
had objections to City staff obtaining quotes for the wall replacement. Mr. Nafstad reported once
the quotes were received, City staff would present the quotes to Council for review and
consideration. He added he would work with the County on item 6 of the MOU regarding the
City being the sole owner of the wall and responsible for future repairs.
There was Council discussion regarding the retaining wall replacement and the consensus was
for City staff to solicit project quotes and bring them back to a future meeting for Council’s
review and consideration.
2. City Administrator’s Update
City Administrator Nafstad reviewed the City Administrator’s Update and the upcoming City
events. He reported the Wright County Sheriff’s Department drafted a new contract for 2024
with includes a sufficient price increase which would be discussed at the first budget workshop.
City Administrator Nafstad said he planned to post the job ad for the Building Official position
this week and was in the process of drafting the job description.
Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
June 26 Joint Powers Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
July 4 City Offices closed in observance of the 4th of July
July 10 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
July 11 Planning Commission, 7 pm
July 17 Council Budget Workshop, 6;15 pm
July 17 City Council, 7 pm
10. Adjournment
MOTION made by Councilmember Hayden, second by Councilmember Zagorski to adjourn the
meeting at 7:35 pm. Ayes: Hayden, Hendrickson and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent: Cocking
and Olson. The motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
_____________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 5
Mayor and Council Request for Action
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – FINANCE – PAYMENT OF BILLS
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Authorize the Monday, July 17, 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 6
Mayor and Council Communication
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT - FINANCE – ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE REPORT
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE: Total accounts receivable outstanding through June 28, 2023, is
$64,660.39.
The percentage of the total due based on the aging report is as follows:
0-30 days outstanding $45,506.08 70.38%
30-60 days outstanding $ 2,597.15 4.02%
60-90 days outstanding $ 2,412.45 3.73%
Over 90 days outstanding $14,144.71 21.88%
PRACTICES/POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council review quarterly
financial reports.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There are no financial considerations at this time.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to review and direct
staff regarding all financial matters.
Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
• Accounts Receivable Report
Agenda Page 7
Mayor and Council Communication – July 17, 2023
Finance – Accounts Receivable Report Page 2 of 3
Vendor Amount
Due
0-30 Days 30-60 days 60-90 days 90 days &
Over
Albertville Body Shop $355.84 $2.92 $2.92 $350.00
Albertville Leased HS Assc III $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
Albertville Phase II, LLC $805.32 $805.32
Albertville Phase III, LLC $268.44 $268.44
Albertville Townhomes LP $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
Bistodeau, Tony $4.21 $0.03 $0.03 $0.03 $4.12
Black Gold Properties LLC $142.34 $1.17 $1.17 $140.00
Com-Nine LLC $268.44 $268.44
Darkenwald Corporation $368.05 $3.05 $365.00
DSR Investments $268.44 $268.44
Hamilton, Luke $316.41 $2.54 $2.54 $2.54 $308.79
Herbst, Clint $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
Hockey Finder $2,040.15 $2,040.13 $0.02
IH3 Property Minnesota LP $603.63 $157.46 $151.17 $155.00 $140.00
Jelinek, Joseph $603.63 $157.46 $151.17 $155.00 $140.00
Kalahar, Karl $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
Kent, Jacob $200.00 $200.00
KMC Dance $355.84 $2.92 $2.92 $350.00
Lakes Area Training $3,178.47 $3,178.47
Landform Professional $1,680.00 $1,680.00
Lil Explorers Properties $110.32 $3.01 $3.01 $3.01 $101.29
Liu, Andy $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
Maeyaert, Chuck $7,888.75 $107.50 $322.50 $7,458.75
Mega Goaltending $14,237.93 $14,237.93
Moen, Kris $601.29 $156.29 $150.00 $295.00
NJ Properties $972.56 $6.89 $126.89 $6.89 $831.89
Nystrom, Joel $603.63 $157.46 $151.17 $155.00 $140.00
OJH Properties $603.63 $157.46 $151.17 $155.00 $140.00
Red and Black League $1,916.65 $1,916.65
River Hawks Summer Training $4,380.90 $4,380.90
Rooker, Chris $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
SFR Acquisitions 2 LLC $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
Simon Property Group, Inc $211.69 $1.67 $1.67 $1.67 $206.68
Skinner, Christopher $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
State of MN - Tax Forfeit $1,153.23 $256.68 $6.68 $6.68 $883.19
STP (Jake Hindermann) $13,110.49 $13,110.49
Team MN 2012 $547.61 $547.61
Tessendorf Properties LLC $762.50 $158.75 $152.46 $156.29 $295.00
Agenda Page 8
Mayor and Council Communication – July 17, 2023
Finance – Accounts Receivable Report Page 3 of 3
Total $64,660.39 $45,506.08 $2,597.15 $2,412.45 $14,144.71
Current 0-30 days $45,506.08 70.38%
30-60 days $2,597.15 4.02%
60-90 days $2,412.45 3.73%
over 90 day $14,144.71 21.88%
Agenda Page 9
Mayor and Council Communication
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT - FINANCE – 2ND QUARTER BUDGET TO ACTUAL REPORT – UN-AUDITED
2nd QUARTER BUDGET TO ACTUAL: Attached are the 2nd Quarter 2023 un-audited
General Fund summaries of revenues and expenditures. Revenues are expected to be at 50%.
Expenses are expected to be at 50%.
This summary shows operating revenues are at 50.91% and operating expenses are at 47.83%.
VARIANCES:
Revenue:
• Police aid – Not received until October
• Fire aid – Not received until October
• Interest earnings – GASB requires investments be recorded monthly at market value
• Administrative fee – AVA Administrative fees for development
Expenses:
• Assessor services completed April 2023
Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
• 2023 Budget to Actual
Agenda Page 10
Mayor and Council Communication – July 17, 2023
Finance – 2nd Quarter Report Page 2 of 3
2023 Council Update
General Fund Operations
General Fund Revenue:
2023
Budget
2023
Actual
06/30/23
Ytd %
Budget
31010 Current Ad Valorem Taxes 2,519,337 1,380,176 54.78%
32000 Licenses & Permits 30,500 9,500 31.15%
32110 Liquor Licenses 30,000 27,024 90.08%
32150 Sign Permits 2,500 175 7.00%
32210 Building Permits 200,000 99,382 49.69%
33401 LGA Revenue expected 50,391 0 0.00%
33405 Police Aid 45,000 0 0.00%
33406 Fire Aid 100,000 0 0.00%
33422 Other State Aid Grants 700 0 0.00%
33423 Municipal Maintence 11,000 5,768 52.43%
34000 Charges for Services 20,000 2,913 14.56%
34001 Administrative Fee 1,500 11,169 744.60%
34005 Engineering As Built Fee 3,000 0 0.00%
34101 Leases - City Property 31,000 14,100 45.48%
34103 Zoning & Subdivision Fees 2,500 850 34.00%
34104 Plan Check Fee 80,000 21,988 27.48%
34107 Title Searches 2,500 1,670 66.80%
34112 Electric Franchise Fee 128,000 33,693 26.32%
34113 Franchise Fee - Cable 60,000 30,704 51.17%
34202 Fire Protection Contract Charges 520,602 377,491 72.51%
34780 Rental Fees 15,000 8,064 53.76%
34950 Other Revenues 15,000 13,829 92.19%
34110 Arena 14,654 7,327 50.00%
36210 Interest Earnings 10,000 -2,699 -26.99%
General Fund Reserves 120,250 0.00%
Total Revenues 4,013,434 2,043,122 50.91%
Agenda Page 11
Mayor and Council Communication – July 17, 2023
Finance – 2nd Quarter Report Page 3 of 3
General Fund Department
Expenditures:
2023
Budget
2023
Actual
06/30/23
Ytd %
Budget
41000 General Government 65,000 37,701 58.00%
41100 Council 57,428 28,442 49.53%
41300
Combined
Administrator/Engineer 190,554 86,164 45.22%
41400 City Clerk 153,061 66,763 43.62%
41410 Elections 27,000 1,244 4.61%
41500 Finance 133,361 61,645 46.22%
41550 City Assessor 48,000 50,055 104.28%
41600 City Attorney 30,000 15,726 52.42%
41700 City Engineer 35,000 13,082 37.38%
41800 Economic Development 25,000 1,964 7.86%
41910 Planning & Zoning 56,507 27,239 48.20%
41940 City Hall 166,354 69,970 42.06%
42000 Fire Department 720,524 337,292 46.81%
42110 Police 949,913 474,956 50.00%
42400 Building Inspection 294,595 127,490 43.28%
42700 Animal Control 12,000 3,594 29.95%
43100 Public Works - Streets 423,700 225,081 53.12%
43160 Electric street lights 101,200 46,370 45.82%
45000 Culture & Recreation 88,346 48,774 55.21%
45100 Parks & Recreation 435,891 196,243 45.02%
Total Expenditures 4,013,434 1,919,795 47.83%
2023 Council Update
Capital Fund
Capital Reserve Fund Revenue:
2023
Budget
2023
Actual
06/30/23
Ytd %
Budget
102-
31010 Capital Levy 1,601,861 800,931 50.00%
Total Revenues 1,601,861 800,931 50.00%
2023 Council Update
Capital Fund
Capital Reserve Fund Expenditures:
2023
Budget
2023
Actual
06/30/23
Ytd %
Budget
102 Capital Expenditures 1,601,861 697,701 43.56%
Total Expenditures 1,601,861 697,701 43.56%
Agenda Page 12
Mayor and Council Request for Action
______________________________________________________________________________
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CLERK – FAMILY YOUTH COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
OPEN STREET EVENT
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following:
MOTION TO: Approve a Special Event Permit for Family Youth Community Connections
(FYCC) for their 9th Annual Open Streets event on September 9, 2023, from 11 am to 1 pm.
BACKGROUND: FYCC submitted a special event permit application for their 9th Annual
Open Streets event to be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023. The Open Streets event is a
national initiative to temporarily close streets to automobile traffic and promote healthy living
and physical activity. There will be local vendors at the event as well as free family activities.
KEY ISSUES:
• The event will take place on the streets, which include Main Ave NE from 60th and Main
to 58th and Main, and include all of 58th Street NE extending to Lander and ending at the
Berning’s residence. FYCC is requesting to close these streets during the event.
• The Open Street is an annual event that has been held on the same streets since 2014.
• The estimate attendance including staff and entertainment will be between 2,500 and
6,000 people.
• FYCC has contacted the Wright County Sheriff’s Office for security and traffic control.
• FYCC has submitted a letter to the Albertville Fire Chief detailing their event plan.
• FYCC will be renting port-a-potties for the event.
• FYCC has provided the City with a certificate of liability insurance for the event.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the authority
to approve or deny requests for street closure requests within the City. The City Council has
approved the request as presented in the past.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• FYCC Narrative
Agenda Page 13
Agenda Page 14
Agenda Page 15
Mayor and Council Request for Council Action
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – FIRE – STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE UPDATE
RECOMMENDATION: Staff respectfully requests Council consideration regarding a proposed
revision to the Department Meeting and Training Attendance Policy of the Fire Department’s
Standard Operating Policies and Procedures.
MOTION TO: Approve a revision to the Department Meeting and Training Attendance section
of the Fire Department’s Standard Operating Policies and Procedures.
BACKGROUND: The Fire Department is currently operating under Standard Operating
Policies and Procedures (SOP’s) that were authorized, as a whole, by City Council in April 2021.
The current Department Meeting and Training Attendance Policy needs some minor updates.
The Board of Officers has discussed the proposed changes and is in support of the revisions.
If approved by Council, the updated SOP will be discussed and implemented at the next Fire
Department training night on Thursday, July 27, 2023.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City’s policy for Council to review and
approve policies as they deem necessary.
Responsible Person: Eric Bullen, Fire Chief
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• Section 7.1.4 Department Meeting and Training Attendance SOP
Agenda Page 16
Albertville Fire Department
Standard Operating Policies and Procedures
Policy Title: Department Meeting and Training Attendance
Chapter: 7.0 Personnel Requirements
Section: 7.1 Attendance
Sub-Section: 7.1.4 Department Meeting and Training Attendance
Date: 04/20/2021 Updated: 07/17/2023
Page: 1 of 1
Page 1 of 1
7.1 Attendance
7.1.4 Department Meeting and Training Attendance
AFD Meetings and/or Training sessions shall be held every other Thursday evening, at 1900 hours
at the AFD, unless otherwise indicated.
A. Department Meeting and Training Attendance
1. Meetings = Attendance shall be taken by an Officer, or the Relief Association
President, or Vice-President, or Secretary at the beginning of each AFD meeting.
2. Firefighters shall notify their Company Officers, and/or Training Captain of
absences, prior to AFD meetings, and/or training sessions in order to be excused.
3. All meeting attendance records shall be maintained by the Fire Department.
4. Any Firefighter that misses, without an excused absence, or is habitually late, for
any scheduled AFD meeting may be subject to discipline as outlined in Section 4.2
(Discipline Policy) of the AFD Standard Operating Policies and Procedures.
B. Department Meeting and Training Attendance
1. Training = It is the individual Firefighters responsibility to keep track of document
their attendance at training, and they shall sign-in on all required training
paperwork.
2. Firefighters shall notify their Company Officers, and/or the Training Captain of
absences, prior to AFD meetings and/or training sessions, in order to be excused.
3. Firefighters attending off-site training shall be responsible for completing and
signing an AFD training sheet. Firefighters shall also write their name on the white
board over the call box, or fill out a separate call sign-in sheet, in order to receive
credit for any calls occurring during off-site training hours.
4. All training attendance records shall be maintained by the Training Captain.
5. Any Firefighter that misses, without an excused absence, or is habitually late, for
any scheduled meeting and/or AFD training session may be subject to discipline
as outlined in Section 4.2 (Discipline Policy) of the AFD Standard Operating Policies
and Procedures.
Agenda Page 17
Mayor and Council Request for Action
______________________________________________________________________________
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – PUBLIC WORKS – APPROVE PURCHASE OF BC 1174
BOBCAT BRUSH CUTTER
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following motion:
MOTION TO: Approve purchase of a BC 1174 Bobcat Brush Cutter in the amount of $ 6,900.
BACKGROUND: The Public Works Department would like to purchase a brush cutter to be
used with the S66 T4 Bobcat. The quote from RTL Equipment includes a credit of $571.52 to be
used towards the new brush cutter.
KEY ISSUES:
• The amount quoted for the brush cutter is based on MN State Bid pricing.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the authority
to approve equipment purchases.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Bobcat Brush Cutter will be funded through public
works capital reserve funds designated for equipment. The price includes credits from previous
trade-in.
Responsible Person: Tim Guimont, Public Works Supervisor
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
• Bobcat Brush Cutter quote
Agenda Page 18
GENERATED 6/08/2023 AT 8:54:14 AM BY Max Ditty | CREATED 06/07/2023 1 of 1
14833 164th Ave
Big Lake, MN 55309
(763) 263-0505
Quote 41409
VALID UNTIL 07/07/2023
SALESPERSON Max Ditty
max@thecoinc.com
SHIP TO
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
11822 63RD STREET NE
ALBERTVILLE, MN 55301
(763) 497-3384
BILL TO (#636930) () AUTO-SEND)
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
11822 63RD STREET NE
ALBERTVILLE, MN 55301
(763) 497-3384
CUST PO CONTACT Tim Guimont (763) 497-3384
SHIP OUT Will Call DROP SHIP No
#PART DESCRIPTION QTY RATE EXT
1 BobMS (RTL) BC 1174 - Bobcat BRUSH CUTTER SN:AYVY08137 72" BRUSHCAT ROTARY CUTTER, 3"
CAPACITY, STD-FLOW
1.00 7,471.52 7,471.52
2 Bobcat Credits (RTL) Bobcat Credits 1.00 -571.52 -571.52
PAYMENT DETAILS AMT
COMMENTS SUBTOTAL 6,900.00
TOTAL 6,900.00
PAYMENTS 0.00
BALANCE DUE 6,900.00
ACCEPTANCE:DATE:
Items returned within 30 days of purchase with original invoice are subject to a 30% restocking fee. Special order items are only returnable with factory "ok", plus a 30% restocking fee and
return freight. Special order items not picked up after 30 days will be placed back in inventory, a 30% restocking fee and inbound shipping are charged. No returns on electrical parts.
Agenda Page 19
Mayor and Council Request for Action
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: CLERK – CITY CODE AMENDMENT – EXPIRATION AND RENEWAL
DATE FOR RENTAL LICENSES
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Adopt Ordinance No. 2023-07 amending Title 10, Chapter 4 of the Albertville
City Code relating to the expiration and renewal date for rental licenses within the City.
BACKGROUND: At the February 21, 2023, Council meeting, City staff presented information
on the City’s Rental License Program which included the license renewal process, frequency and
timeline for the inspections and the issues with non-compliant properties. It was discussed that
many rental owners were not scheduling their rental inspection in a timely manner or completing
any necessary repairs found during the inspection. City staff discussed potentially changing the
licensing period dates from calendar year to beginning on April 1 to allow more inspection times
for the landlords, during the spring, to complete the inspections and any necessary repairs. This
date amendment would also work better with the building department schedules.
After discussing the item, Council directed City staff to amend the rental licensing period from
calendar year to start May 1 and expire on April 30 to give the property owners more time,
during the spring, for the initial inspections and to repair any issues found during the inspection.
KEY ISSUES:
Title 10, Chapter 4 outlines the regulation pertaining to the Rental Licensing requirements. The
proposed Code amendment responses to the following issue.
• Amends the expiration and renewal date for the renewal licenses from beginning
January 1 through December 31 to May 1 through April 30.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There are no financial implications for this request.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with Council procedures, the Mayor and City
Council has the authority to amend the Rental License Code.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk.
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• Ordinance No. 2023-07
Agenda Page 20
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-07
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY CODE, TITLE 10 BUILDING
MAINTENANCE AND OCCUPANCY, CHAPTER 4 RENTAL UNIT OWNERS;
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS MODIFYING THE EXPIRATION AND RENEWAL
DATE FOR RENTAL LICENSES IN THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
The City Council of the City of Albertville, Minnesota hereby ordains:
Section 1. Title 10, Chapter 4 Section B of the Albertville City Code is hereby amended
to read as follows:
10-4-10: RENTAL UNIT OWNERS; LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:
B. Expiration And Renewal Of License: Each such operating license shall be issued annually
and shall expire on April 30 December 31. License renewals shall be filed at least ninety
(90) days prior to license expiration date.
Section 2. This Ordinance shall be effective upon its passage and publication.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 17th day of July 2023.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 21
Mayor and Council Request for Action
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: FINANCE – TORT LIABILITY INSURANCE RENEWAL
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Not waive the City’s monetary limits on tort liability established by Minnesota
Statues, Section 466.04.
BACKGROUND: Waiving the monetary limits increases exposure and raises the premium on
an average of 3%. The League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) requires “Cities
obtaining liability coverage from the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust must decide
whether or not to waive the statutory tort limits to the extent of the coverage purchased. This
decision must be made by the City Council. Cities purchasing coverage must complete and
return this form to LMCIT before the effective date of the coverage.”
The City Council must decide to waive or not waive the statutory limits prior to the October 1,
2023, expiration/renewal date per LMCIT requirements in order for coverage to continue beyond
that date. Upon submission of this "signed and dated" Waiver Form, the LMCIT will issue an
Extension of Coverage Binder effective with an October 1, 2023, effective date.
It usually takes more than thirty (30) days for the LMCIT to process a renewal application. The
Extension of Coverage Binder assures the City of coverage beyond the October 1, 2023, renewal
date.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City’s policy to review and approve
tort liability options annually.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: City staff has reviewed and recommends not waiving the
tort liability.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to contract for
insurance coverage including waiving the statutory tort liability limit.
Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
• Liability Coverage – Waiver Form
Agenda Page 22
League of Minnesota Cities 3/2/2023
Liability Coverage Waiver Form Page 1
LIABILITY COVERAGE WAIVER FORM
Members who obtain liability coverage from LMCIT must decide whether to waive the statutory tort liability limits to
the extent of the coverage purchased. The decision to waive or not waive the statutory tort limits must be made
annually by the member’s governing body, in consultation with its attorney if necessary. The decision has the
following effects:
•If the member does not waive the statutory tort limits, an individual claimant could recover no more than $500,000 on
any claim to which the statutory tort limits apply. The total all claimants could recover for a single occurrence to
which the statutory tort limits apply would be limited to $1,500,000. These statutory tort limits would apply
regardless of whether the member purchases the optional LMCIT excess liability coverage.
•If the member waives the statutory tort limits and does not purchase excess liability coverage, a single claimant could
recover up to $2,000,000 for a single occurrence (under the waive option, the tort cap liability limits are only waived
to the extent of the member’s liability coverage limits, and the LMCIT per occurrence limit is $2,000,000). The total
all claimants could recover for a single occurrence to which the statutory tort limits apply would also be limited to
$2,000,000, regardless of the number of claimants.
•If the member waives the statutory tort limits and purchases excess liability coverage, a single claimant could
potentially recover an amount up to the limit of the coverage purchased. The total all claimants could recover for a
single occurrence to which the statutory tort limits apply would also be limited to the amount of coverage purchased,
regardless of the number of claimants.
Claims to which the statutory municipal tort limits do not apply are not affected by this decision.
LMCIT Member Name: __________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Check one:
☐The member DOES NOT WAIVE the monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by Minn. Stat. §
466.04.
☐The member WAIVES the monetary limits on municipal tort liability established by Minn. Stat. § 466.04, to the
extent of the limits of the liability coverage obtained from LMCIT.
Date of member’s governing body meeting:___________________________________________________________
Signature: _____________________________________________________________________________________
Position: _______________________________________________________________________________________
Members who obtain liability coverage through the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust
(LMCIT) must complete and return this form to LMCIT before their effective date of coverage.
Email completed form to your city’s underwriter, to pstech@lmc.org, or fax to 651.281.1298.
Agenda Page 23
Mayor and Council Request for Action
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: PLANNING – ZONING AMENDMENT – TEMPORARY STORAGE
CONTAINERS AND DUMPSTER BAGS
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following motion:
MOTION TO: Adopt Ordinance No. 2023-08 amending Section 200.2 Definitions and
1000.15.A Outdoor Storage establishing regulations pertaining to the temporary outdoor storage
of storage containers and dumpster bags in residential zoning districts.
BACKGROUND: Currently, the City has no regulation for temporary storage of PODS, storage
containers, dumpsters, and dumpster bags. The City has received complaints from residents
regarding properties using these temporary storage units for long durations. The complaints
center around the appearance of the units, location in the front yard and the duration of the use
detracting from the neighborhood.
KEY ISSUES: The draft zoning code amendment addresses the use of the temporary storage
unit, their location and duration.
• Definitions are offered to describe the units being regulated by this code amendment.
• The storage container/dumpster bags must be secure to avoid theft or litter from dumpster
bags.
• The duration for these temporary storage units is 30 days, unless tied to an active building
permit.
• The City will not require a permit for these temporary uses. The City enforcement
pertaining to these temporary uses will be on a complaint basis. Enforcement shall have
the City contact the property owner having the storage unit and establish a deadline for its
removal.
• The code will require that these temporary storage units to be located on the paved
driveway and outside the street boulevard. These standards are established to place them
on a durable surface and to keep them away from the street.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with State Law, public notice was published,
and a public hearing held by the Planning Commission on July 11, 2023, for the Albertville
Zoning Code amendment. The Commission recommended the City Council approve the zoning
text amendment.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: There are no significant financial issues related to the
zoning text amendment. The City shall be responsible for all costs associated with any
enforcement related to the zoning text amendment.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with Council procedures, the Mayor and Council
have the authority to amend the City Zoning Code, which requires a majority vote of the City
Council and becomes effective upon publication.
Agenda Page 24
Mayor and Council Request for Action – July 17, 2023
Planning - Zoning Amendment Temporary Storage Containers Page 2 of 2
Responsible Person: Alan Brixius, City Planner
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
•Planning Report dated June 5, 2023
•Ordinance No. 2023-08
Agenda Page 25
Abcities LLc
PLANNING REPORT
TO: Adam Nafstad
FROM: Alan Brixius
DATE: June 5, 2023
RE: Albertville Zoning Code Amendment -Temporary Storage
Containers.
FILE NO: 163.05 23.02
PID: City Wide
BACKGROUND
The City of Albertville has received complaints regarding the placement and duration of
temporary storage Container (PODs), construction dumpsters and dumpster bags in
residential neighborhoods. It is understood that these items may be needed at times
when households are moving in or moving out of the house. Or needed in relation to a
construction or remodeling project. However, in some cases the duration of these
temporary use has become a nuisance for adjoining property owners.
Currently, the City has no code addressing the use of these temporary uses. Staff is
recommending the attached zoning code amendment that defines the uses and
identifies the location and duration that these units may be allowed. The City would
enforce only on a complaint basis and will not have a record for the start date on the
use of the items, as such through enforcement the property owner will have to produce
a contract or receipt demonstrating that they are not in violation of the code’s limited
duration.
The Planning Commission is requested to review and discuss the code elements and
provide a recommendation to the City Council on this issue. Staff will take any
suggested edits or modifications recommended by the Planning Commission.
Cc. Maeghan Becker
Kris Luedke
Mike Couri
16405 78th Avenue n. MApLe Grove
teL: 763-242-6955
eMAiL ALbrixius@GMAiL.coM
Agenda Page 26
CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
COUNTY OF WRIGHT
STATE OF MINNESOTA
ORDINANCE NO. 2023-08
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING APPENDIX A, SECTION 1000.15 A OUTSIDE
STORAGE ACCESSORY TO RESIDENTIAL USES, OF THE ALBERTVILLE
MUNICIPAL CITY CODE, ESTABLISHING REGULATION FOR THE USE AND
TERMS FOR TEMPORARY STORAGE CONTAINERS AND RESIDENTIAL
DUMPSTER BAGS
The City Council of the City of Albertville, Minnesota hereby ordains as follows:
Section 1. Section 200.2, Definitions is amended to include the following:
Residential dumpster bag: a storage bag temporarily placed on a property for use in storing
materials for household relocation or improvement projects.
Temporary storage container: an enclosed freestanding container temporarily placed on a
property for use in storing materials for household relocation or
improvement projects.
Section 2. Section 1000.15 A. of the Albertville zoning code is amended as follows:
7. Temporary storage containers including, but not limited to, cargo containers, portable on
demand storage units, and dumpsters, are not allowed as permanent storage structures.
Temporary storage containers being used for household relocation and improvement projects
are permitted subject to the following conditions:
a. The temporary storage container is enclosed and secure.
b. The temporary storage container is located on a property for no more than 30
consecutive days in one calendar year, unless there is an active building permit in place for the
property, in which case the temporary storage container may be located on the property for no
more than 90 consecutive days.
c. The temporary storage container is located on a driveway or hard surface area in the
front yard, must be setback a minimum of 15 feet from the public street curb and five feet from
a private street curb, and five feet from side property lines, and may not intrude on sidewalks.
d. No permit is required for the temporary storage container. The City may require
information appertaining to the dates upon which the temporary storage container was placed on
a property and when it will be removed if concerns are raised over the duration of time during
which the storage container is located on the property.
Agenda Page 27
City of Albertville
Ordinance No. 2023-08
Meeting of July 17, 2023
Page 2
8. Residential dumpster bags being used for household relocation and improvement projects are
permitted subject to the following conditions:
a.The residential dumpster bag is located on a property for no more than 30 consecutive
days in one calendar year, unless there is an active building permit in place for the property, in
which case the residential dumpster bag may be located on the property for no more than 90
consecutive days.
b. The residential dumpster bag must be setback a minimum of 15 feet from the public
street curb and five feet from a private street curb, and five feet from side property lines, and may
not intrude on sidewalks.
c.No permit is required for the residential dumpster bag. The City may require
information pertaining to the dates upon which the residential dumpster bag was placed on a
property and when it will be removed if concerns are raised over the duration of time during
which the residential dumpster bag is located on the property.
Section 3. This Amendment shall be in full force and effective immediately following its
passage and publication.
Approved by the City Council of the City of Albertville this 17th day of July 2023.
Jillian Hendrickson, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 28
Mayor and Council Request for Action
July 17, 2023
SUBJECT: PLANNING - DRIVEWAY AND CURB CUT WIDTHS DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council provide
direction to City Staff on the regulation and enforcement pertaining to residential curb cut widths
BACKGROUND: The Albertville zoning code restricts residential curb cut widths to 24 feet.
The City has experienced a number of violations with property owners widening their driveways
beyond the City curb cut width standard. City staff wish to discuss these violations and
determine if the City should adjust the City’s curb cut width standard or if enforcement is
appropriate.
KEY ISSUES: The curb cut widths are regulated with the following considerations:
• Establish a uniform curb cut standards for all residential lots.
• Provide adequate width for access and parking for single family homes having a two or
three car garage.
• Accommodate on-street parking spaces.
• Accommodate boulevard snow storage.
• Protect boulevard utilities.
• The City undertakes driveway improvements along with street reconstruction; the City
will not replace oversized driveways.
• The City restricts the curb cut width at the curb line to 24 feet and allows the driveway to
be expanded at a 45 degree angle through the boulevard to the property line.
• Driveways are required to be setback 5 feet from the side lot line.
• The code allows for a side yard storage /parking pad along the garage with a 2 foot side
yard setback.
• The 24 foot residential curb cut width has been a long standing zoning requirement, the
current wider curb cuts and driveways (photos will be provided at the meeting) have been
constructed illegally.
• The City has started to require right-of-way permits for any private improvements in the
street or boulevard to avoid future violations.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: Any change in policy and or code is a determination of the
City Council. The Planning Commission discussed this issue at their July 11, 2023, meeting. The
Commission recommended the following actions.
• No change in the current code.
• Require the Right-of-way permits address this issue prior to driveway construction.
• Notify contractors working in the city of the code rules and the need for a right-of-way
permit.
• Enforce the code on current violations.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City shall be responsible for all costs associated with
any enforcement related to the zoning code regulations.
Agenda Page 29
Mayor and Council Request for Action – July 17, 2023
Planning - Residential Curb Cut Discussion Page 2 of 2
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: In accordance with Council procedures, the Mayor and Council
have the authority to enforce the current City Zoning Code or amend the code if they deem a
wider curb cut is appropriate.
Responsible Person: Alan Brixius, City Planner
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• Planning Report dated July 5, 2023
• Curb Cut Exhibits
• Photos will be presented at the meeting
Agenda Page 30
Abcities LLc
PLANNING REPORT
TO: Adam Nafstad
FROM: Alan Brixius
DATE: July 5, 2023
RE: Residential Curb Cuts / Driveways
FILE NO: 163.05 23.03
PID: City Wide
BACKGROUND
The Albertville zoning code restricts residential curb cut widths to 24 feet. The City has
experienced a number of violations with property owners widening their driveways
beyond the City curb cut width standard. City staff wish to discuss these violations and
determine if the city should adjust it curb cut width standard or if enforcement is
appropriate.
ANALYSIS
The curb cut widths are regulated with the following considerations:
1. Establish a uniform standard for all residential lots.
2. Provide adequate width for access and parking for single family homes having a
two or three car garage.
3. Accommodate on-street parking spaces.
4. Accommodate boulevard snow storage.
5. Boulevard utilities.
6. The city undertakes driveway improvements along with street reconstruction; the
city will not replace oversized driveways.
Attached are diagrams showing the application of the curb cut widths on R-1A and R-1
lots. The city requires a 24-foot curb cut at the curb line and allows the driveway to
expand at a 45 degree angle through the boulevard into the lot.
Property owners have extended their driveway through the boulevard resulting in curb
cuts having 30-foot widths.
16405 78th Avenue n. MApLe Grove
teL: 763-242-6955
eMAiL ALbrixius@GMAiL.coM
Agenda Page 31
CONCLUSION
The Planning Commission is asked to review the curb cut issue and offer
recommendation per the following options.
1. No change in the curb cut width and the City’s practice for expanding the
driveway from the street curb.
2. No change in the curb cut width standard, require the drive expansion to begin at
the street right-of-way line (outside the boulevard).
3. Consider changing the driveway width standard, to allow for wider curb cuts up to
30 feet.
cc. Maeghan Becker
Kris Luedke
Agenda Page 32
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Agenda Page 34
City Administrator’s Update
July 13, 2023
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
2024 Preliminary Budget Workshops: The 2024 Budget Workshops are set for July 17, August 7
and August 21 (if needed) at 6:15 pm before the regularly scheduled City Council meetings.
Law Enforcement Contract: Wright County cities were invited to meet with Sheriff Deringer
and the County Commissioners last week. At the meeting, we learned of significant price
increases for 2024 contract services, as well as, an added fee for 2023 services. Additionally, the
Sheriff’s Department has drafted a new contract for 2024, which I have asked the City Attorney
to review.
Watershed District: The County would like to explore the option of creating a watershed taxing
district and have invited staff to attend a meeting on August 14 to discuss. I do not believe
Albertville benefits from a separate watershed taxing district for many reasons and would like
to briefly discuss this with Council at the meeting.
City Hall Card Access System: At the March 20 Council meeting, the purchase of additional
equipment for the City Hall card access system was approved. After beginning the project,
Schindler discovered the elevator was short a travel wire which is required to lock the second
floor. Schindler returned two quotes. The first quote was to add a physical key lock to the
elevator at a cost of $4,427 and the second was to finish the key card with the travel cable for
$5,710. Staff recommends finishing the project with the key card access system.
Building Inspection Services: Staff completed the job description and posted the position for
the building official on the League’s website. Applications are due July 31. We will be
developing a transition plan with the City of St. Michael and are tentatively planning to have the
position filled early September.
Parks Committee Vacancy: The City received a resignation notice from Parks member, Larry
Boller, effective June 27 so there will be an opening on the Parks Committee.
Planning Commission Vacancy: Since the last Council meeting, staff has drafted a Planning
Commission application which includes additional information regarding the applicant’s
interests, experience and availability. The City has received two applications for the open seat.
Code/Zoning Enforcement: The code enforcement regrading illegal land use on Potter’s
property located at the southwest corner of 60th Street NE and Mackenzie Avenue has been
turned over to the City Attorney.
Agenda Page 35
City Administrator’s Update Page 2 of 2 July 13, 2023
Compost Facility: Annually, we have a company grind and haul away the brush pile at the
compost facility. Historically, this was a free service as the woodchips were used by power
companies. Last year, the fee to have the brush pile chipped was $10,000 and was split equally
with Otsego. Estimates for this year’s pile are upwards of $40,000, which was not expected. At
the meeting, we would like to talk about this cost and begin the discussion on the future of the
compost facility. Currently, we allow Otsego residents to use the facility at no charge.
Additionally, we have very little control over illegal dumping as the facility is not fenced.
ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
2023 Street Overlay: Milling operations are underway and street patching and curb repair will
begin next week. Paving is scheduled to begin the first week of August.
Depot Parking Lot: The parking lot is complete and will be open for use next week. Public
Works will be completing the final grading and seeding.
WWTF Improvements: Footing work is progressing well and precast panels are scheduled for
mid-August. The Contractor is working to have the building fully enclosed by winter.
50th Street Retaining Walls: We are working on a retaining wall design and will be getting
quotes for the work.
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.
I-94 Gap Project: The Gap project received $78 million from the 2024 Corridors of Commerce
solicitation. I am not aware of the construction schedule but believe MnDOT is anticipating
2024 construction and currently has a consultant working on the final design.
County Road 137: Staff recently met with the City of Otsego and the County Highway
Department to review a concept for Cr137. I will have a copy of the concept at the meeting for
discussion.
Agenda Page 36