2023-10-02 City Council Agenda Packet
City of Albertville Council Agenda
Monday, October 2, 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.
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 September 18, 2023, City Council Workshop minutes as presented. 3
B. Approve the September 18, 2023, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. 4-7
C. Authorize the Monday, October 2, 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.
8
D. Accounts Receivable Report. 9-10
E. 3rd Quarter Budget to Actual Report. 11-13
F. Approve a THC License application for Coborn’s Liquor located at 5600 LaCentre Avenue
NE, Suite 114 through December 31, 2023.
14
G. Approve a THC License application for One Stop Smoke Shop located at 11850 62nd
Street NE through December 31, 2023, contingent upon a successful background check.
15
H. Approve an On-Sale Intoxicating with Sunday Sales Liquor License for The Hen & The
Hog located at 5262 Kyler Avenue NE through March, 31, 2024.
16
I. Authorize the purchase and installation of a replacement Boiler from Weidner’s Plumbing
and Heating for the Albertville City Hall for an amount not-to-exceed $16,922.
17-19
J. Approve Payment Application No. 6 to Gridor Construction in the amount of $740,078
for Wastewater System Improvements.
7. Public Hearing – None
8. Wright County Sheriff’s Office – Updates, reports, etc.
A. Wright County Law Enforcement Contract 20-26
(Motion to approve the Law Enforcement Services Contract with the Wright County
Sheriff’s Office for the 2024 calendar year.)
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Monday, October 2, 2023 Page 2 of 2
9.Department Business
A.City Council
1.Committee Updates (STMA Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC, etc.)
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 – None
I.Administration
1.City Administrator’s Update 27-28
10.Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
October 9 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
October10 Planning Commission, 7 pm
October 16 City Council, 7 pm
October 23 Joint Power Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
October 30 Joint Governance Meeting, 6 pm
November 6 City Council, 7 pm
11.Adjournment
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
DRAFT MINUTES September 18, 2023 – 6:15 pm
Council Chambers
Albertville City Hall
1. Call to Order
Acting Mayor Olson called the workshop to order at 6:15 pm.
Present: Acting Mayor Olson, Councilmembers Cocking, Hayden and Zagorski.
Mayor Hendrickson arrived at 6:52 pm.
Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad, Finance Director Lannes and City Clerk Luedke.
2. Continued 2024 Preliminary Budget Presentation and Budget Review
Finance Director Lannes reviewed the 2024 Preliminary budget and the amendments made since
the previous workshop which included the addition of the required earned sick and safe time for
temporary employees, a full time Public Works employee and the Building Official position. She
reported that the City’s tax capacity for payable 2024 has increased and explained, if a home
value were to stay the same, even with a proposed 7% levy increase, that property would see a
property tax decrease in 2024. She answered questions from Council the preliminary budget.
City Administrator Nafstad provided additional information on the preliminary budget and tax
levy amount. He answered questions from Council regarding the County’s special assessment for
law enforcement services and the Fire Service Contract Albertville has with the City of Otsego.
There was much Council discussion regarding the 2024 Preliminary Budget, the Wright County
law enforcement contract and the one-time Public Safety funds. They discussed the proposed tax
levy amount and future Capital expenses that will impact the City. The Council also reviewed
options to address future decreases in revenue associated with the Otsego fire contract. Finance
Director Lannes stated that if home values did not change, and given the 2024 tax capacity, a
levy increase of 16% would keep City taxes the same in 2024. Planning for future expenses, and
acknowledging that the final amount can still be lowered, the Council consensus was to amend
the proposed preliminary Tax Levy to 16%. City Administrator Nafstad added that staff would
review the levy together with proposed assessed value increases and report back to the Council.
3. Adjournment
MOTION made by Mayor Hendrickson, second by Councilmember Zagorski to adjourn the
meeting at 7 pm. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The
motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
_____________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 3
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
DRAFT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES September 18, 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 Cocking, Hayden, Olson and Zagorski.
Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad, City Planner Brixius, Finance Director Lannes,
Building Official Benshoof and City Clerk Luedke.
3. Recognitions – Presentations – Introductions
City Administrator Nafstad introduced Mr. Kevin Benshoof, the City’s new Building Official.
The Council welcomed Kevin to the City of Albertville.
City Administrator Nafstad said, at the last meeting, Council approved the purchase of a Ford
Maverick for the Building Department. He said the vehicle purchased needed to be modified to
include items not listed in the orginial quote but added the vehicle cost did not increase much.
4. Public Forum – None
5. Amendments to the Agenda
Mayor Hendrickson requested to add an item under 9I2. Administration entitled “Stellis Health
Clinic update”.
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve
the September 18, 2023, agenda as amended. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and
Zagorski. Nays: None. 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 September 5, 2023, City Council Workshop minutes as presented.
B. Approve the September 5, 2023, City Council Meeting minutes as presented.
C. Authorize the Monday, September 18, 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.
D. Adopt Resolution No. 2023-32 accepting a donation in the amount of $30,000 from
the Albertville Lions Club to be used for future City projects.
Agenda Page 4
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 2
Regular Meeting of September 18, 2023
E. Approve a Major Temporary Outdoor Music permit for the 152 Club located at 5794
Main Avenue NE for their annual Oktoberfest event on September 23, 2023.
F. Reduce Letter of Credit No. 750127757, held as security for Kingston Crossings to no
less than $484,780, conditioned on any outstanding balances owed to the City being
paid in full.
G. Approve Payment Application No. 5 to Gridor Construction in the amount of
$1,661,686 for Wastewater System Improvements.
The Council thanked the Albertville Lions Club for their generous donation to the City of
Albertville.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to approve
the September 18, 2023, Consent Agenda as amended. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson,
Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried.
7. Public Hearing – None
8. Wright County Sheriff’s Office – Updates, reports, etc.
Wright County Sergeant Oltmanns provided information on school safety issues now that school
was in session. He also provided an update on current criminal activity in Wright County
regarding charitable gambling in local establishments and answered questions from Council.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
1. Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board,
FYCC, etc.)
Councilmember Zagorski said a meeting was held with the entities of the STMA Arena Board to
discuss a report received by the School District regarding the School’s financial analysis of the
STMA Arena. Councilmember Cocking provided information on the STMA Arena Board.
City Administrator Nafstad provided additional report and answered questions from Council.
B. Building
1. Approve New City Building Official Designation
City Clerk Luedke presented the staff report and answered questions from Council.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to adopt
Resolution No. 2023-33 approving new City Building Official Designation effective September
18, 2023. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion
carried.
C. City Clerk – None
D. Finance
1. 2024 Preliminary Budget and Property Tax Levy
Finance Director Lannes said the proposed budget amount included in the agenda packet was
drafted before the Council Budget workshop which was held before tonight’s meeting. She said
Agenda Page 5
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 3
Regular Meeting of September 18, 2023
if Council decided to amend the budget as per their workshop discussion, the total levy amount
would be $5,522,071. Director Lannes said once the preliminary budget was approved, the final
budget can be lowered but it could not be increased. She answered questions from Council.
There was Council discussion regarding the Preliminary Tax Levy amount and the consensus
was to amend the amount to $5,522,071 as discussed at the budget workshop.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Olson to adopt
Resolution No. 2023-34 adopting the 2023 Preliminary Tax Levy collectable in 2024 as
amended. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion
carried.
MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Cocking to adopt
Resolution No. 2023-35 adopting the 2024 Preliminary Budget. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden,
Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried.
E. Fire – None
F. Planning and Zoning
1. Parkside Commercial – PUD Amendment
City Planner Brixius presented the staff report which included background information on the
orginial conditional use permit and the amendments being proposed. He said the majority owner
of the Parkside Commercial Center CIC expressed concerns regarding the new office building
owners not being a part of the Common Area Expense Allocation Agreement for maintenance of
the site. Planner Brixius provided information on the agreement, the building design and said the
Planning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval with the conditions
listed on the Resolution which included the new owner entering into the agreement. He answered
questions from Council.
Rylan Rosenlund, Axys Construction, said the owner was planning to join the Common Area
Expense Allocation Agreement and reported they hoped to break ground this fall and open the
new building next spring.
MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to adopt
Resolution No. 2023-36 addressing the following development applications from Axys
Construction to allow for the construction of a 7,000 square foot professional office building at
within the Parkside Commercial Planned Unit Development in the City of Albertville. Ayes:
Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried.
G. Public Works/Engineering
1. 50th Street Retaining Wall
City Administrator Nafstad presented the staff report and said the City solicited quotes for the
new retaining wall and received 3 bids with Fehn Companies submitting the low quote. He
explained the material to be used in the construct of the wall and the fence needed along the top.
He said the approval should be conditioned upon Wright County agreeing to pay 50% of the
project.
Agenda Page 6
City Council Meeting Draft Minutes Page 4
Regular Meeting of September 18, 2023
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to approve
quote in the amount of $133,639.50 from Fehn Companies to replace the retaining wall located
at 11580 50th Street NE, conditioned on a 50% cost share agreement with the County. Ayes:
Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried.
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. City Administrator’s Update
City Administrator Nafstad reviewed the City Administrator’s Update with included the
upcoming the Joint Governance meeting scheduled for October 30.
2. Stellis Health Clinic Update
Mayor Hendrickson provided information on Stellis Health Clinic and said the Clinic’s CEO
called her and said they planned to close the Albertville site and move it to Buffalo due to
storage of support staff. She provided information on the building’s owner, staffing information
and answered questions from the other Councilmembers.
City Administrator Nafstad provided information on the Clinic’s building design and answered
questions from Council.
Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
September 25 Joint Powers Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
October 2 City Council, 7 pm
October 9 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
October 10 Planning Commission, 7 pm
October 16 City Council, 7 pm
October 23 Joint Powers Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
October 30 Joint Governance Meeting, 6 pm
10. Adjournment
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, second by Councilmember Cocking to adjourn the
meeting at 7:57 pm. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson and Zagorski. Nays: None.
The motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
_____________________________
Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
Agenda Page 7
Mayor and Council Request for Action
October 2, 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, October 2, 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 8
Mayor and Council Communication
October 2, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – FINANCE – ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE REPORT
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE: Total accounts receivable outstanding through September 27,
2023, is $64,654.12.
The percentage of the total due based on the aging report is as follows:
0-30 days outstanding $44,131.83 68.26%
30-60 days outstanding $ 7,460.39 11.54%
60-90 days outstanding $ 488.19 0.76%
Over 90 days outstanding $12,573.71 19.45%
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 to take action regarding all financial matters. Receivables 60 days or more will be
considered for assessment in November.
Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
• Accounts Receivable Report
Agenda Page 9
Mayor and Council Communication – October 2, 2023
Consent – Finance – Accounts Receivable Report Page 2 of 2
Vendor Amount Due 0-30 Days 30-60 days 60-90 days90 days & Over
Carrol Goalie School $1,481.78 $1,481.78
City of St. Michael $4,802.94 $4,802.94
D-5 Officials $350.00 $350.00
Hamilton, Luke $324.03 $2.54 $1.29 $1.29 $318.91
Hockey Finder $1,632.10 $1,632.10
HS Blue Line Club $8,280.00 $8,280.00
ISD #885 $5,290.00 $5,290.00
Kent, Jacob $203.34 $1.67 $1.67 $200.00
KMC Dance $364.60 $2.92 $2.92 $2.92 $355.84
Lakes Area Training $5,905.63 $5,905.63
Landform Professional $1,708.06 $14.03 $14.03 $1,680.00
Maeyaert, Chuck $16,608.75 $1,451.25 $7,268.75 $7,888.75
Midwest Hockey Program $14,742.59 $14,742.59
Rooker, Chris $1,241.33 $161.25 $161.29 $155.00 $763.79
Simon Property Group, Inc $216.70 $1.67 $1.67 $1.67 $211.69
State of MN-Tax Forfeit $1,502.27 $11.46 $8.77 $327.31 $1,154.73
Total $64,654.12 $44,131.83 $7,460.39 $488.19 $12,573.71
Current 0-30 days $44,131.83 68.26%
30-60 days $7,460.39 11.54%
60-90 days $488.19 0.76%
over 90 day $12,573.71 19.45%
Agenda Page 10
Mayor and Council Communication
October 2, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – FINANCE – 3RD QUARTER BUDGET TO ACTUAL REPORT –
UN-AUDITED
3rd QUARTER BUDGET TO ACTUAL: Attached are the 3rd Quarter 2023 un-audited
General Fund summaries of revenues and expenditures. Revenues are expected to be at 66%.
Expenses are expected to be at 72%. This summary shows operating revenues are at 61.74% and
operating expenses are at 71.69%.
VARIANCES:
Revenue:
• Police aid – Not received until October
• Fire aid – Not received until October
• Administrative Fee – AVA Plat fee
• Other Revenue – MN fire training reimbursements
Expenses:
• General Government – increased cost of subscriptions for software and change to
Microsoft subscription basis 365
• City Engineer – Retaining wall, Central Park along with increased general engineering
• Assessor completed work for the year in April 2023
Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachment:
• 2023 Budget to Actual
Agenda Page 11
Mayor and Council Communication – October 2, 2023
Consent – Finance – 3rd Quarter Report Page 2 of 3
2023 Council Update
General Fund Operations
General Fund Revenue: 2023 Budget
2023 Actual
09/27/23 Ytd % Budget
31010 Current Ad Valorem Taxes 2,519,337 1,380,176 54.78%
32000 Licenses & Permits 30,500 15,118 49.57%
32110 Liquor Licenses 30,000 28,666 95.55%
32150 Sign Permits 2,500 245 9.80%
32210 Building Permits 200,000 148,820 74.41%
33401 LGA Revenue expected 50,391 24,582 48.78%
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 Maintenance 11,000 11,535 104.86%
34000 Charges for Services 20,000 7,563 37.81%
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 24,667 79.57%
34103 Zoning & Subdivision Fees 2,500 1,450 58.00%
34104 Plan Check Fee 80,000 33,770 42.21%
34107 Title Searches 2,500 2,670 106.80%
34112 Franchise Fee - Electric 128,000 67,177 52.48%
34113 Franchise Fee - Cable 60,000 30,704 51.17%
34114 Franchise Fee - Gas 0 118,648
34202 Fire Protection Contract Charges 520,602 520,602 100.00%
34780 Rental Fees 15,000 12,061 80.41%
34950 Other Revenues 15,000 25,442 169.61%
34110 Arena 14,654 10,990 75.00%
36210 Interest Earnings 10,000 2,085 20.85%
General Fund Reserves 120,250 0.00%
Total Revenues 4,013,434 2,478,139 61.74%
Agenda Page 12
Mayor and Council Communication – October 2, 2023
Consent – Finance – 3rd Quarter Report Page 3 of 3
General Fund Department Expenditures: 2023 Budget
2023 Actual
09/27/23 Ytd % Budget
41000 General Government 65,000 65,415 100.64%
41100 Council 57,428 35,751 62.25%
41300 Combined Administrator/Engineer 190,554 127,531 66.93%
41400 City Clerk 153,061 101,797 66.51%
41410 Elections 27,000 1,244 4.61%
41500 Finance 133,361 93,232 69.91%
41550 City Assessor 48,000 50,055 104.28%
41600 City Attorney 30,000 25,381 84.60%
41700 City Engineer 35,000 43,255 123.59%
41800 Economic Development 25,000 1,538 6.15%
41910 Planning & Zoning 56,507 42,562 75.32%
41940 City Hall 166,354 119,490 71.83%
42000 Fire Department 720,524 481,472 66.82%
42110 Police 949,913 712,434 75.00%
42400 Building Inspection 294,595 188,396 63.95%
42700 Animal Control 12,000 4,998 41.65%
43100 Public Works - Streets 423,700 325,318 76.78%
43160 Electric street lights 101,200 70,151 69.32%
45000 Culture & Recreation 88,346 68,012 76.98%
45100 Parks & Recreation 435,891 319,382 73.27%
Total Expenditures 4,013,434 2,877,414 71.69%
2023 Council Update
Capital Fund
Capital Reserve Fund Revenue: 2023 Budget
2023 Actual
09/27/23 Ytd % Budget
102-
31010 Capital Levy 1,601,861 1,402,381 87.55%
Total Revenues 1,601,861 1,402,381 87.55%
2023 Council Update
Capital Fund
Capital Reserve Fund Expenditures: 2023 Budget
2023 Actual
09/27/23 Ytd % Budget
102 Capital Expenditures 1,601,861 1,160,459 72.44%
Total Expenditures 1,601,861 1,160,459 72.44%
Agenda Page 13
Mayor and Council Request for Action
October 2, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CLERK – APPROVE NEW THC LICENSE APPLICATION FOR
COBORN’S LIQUOR LOCATED AT 5600 LACENTRE AVENUE
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Approve a Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) License application for Coborn’s
Liquor Store located at 5600 LaCentre Avenue NE, Suite 114 through December 31, 2023.
BACKGROUND: At the August 7 City Council meeting, an ordinance was approved amending
the City Code to allow for the regulation of THC products. The City received a new THC license
application from Coborn’s Liquor located at 5600 LaCentre Avenue NE, Suite F. The applicant,
Coborn’s Incorporated has completed the appropriate forms for a new THC license.
KEY ISSUES:
• The business meets the eligibility standards set by City Code section 4-10-4 because it is
an exclusive liquor store as defined in Minn. Stat. § 340A.101, subd. 10, and the THC
products will be sold within the same premises licensed for liquor sales.
• The license period for all THC licenses runs January 1 through December 31.
• The applicant has provided the THC license fee.
• There are no outstanding building or fire code violations at the property.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the authority
to either approve or deny a THC license application.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Per the ordinance, the fee for this license can be pro-rated
due to a partial year license.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• The THC license application is on file in the Clerk’s Office and is available upon request.
Agenda Page 14
Mayor and Council Request for Action
October 2, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CLERK – APPROVE NEW THC LICENSE FOR ONE STOP
SMOKE SHOP LOCATED AT 11850 62nd STREET NE
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Approve a Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) License application for One Stop
Smoke Shop located at 11850 62nd Street NE through December 31, 2023, contingent upon a
successful background check.
BACKGROUND: At the August 7 City Council meeting, an ordinance was approved amending
the City Code to allow for the regulation of THC products. The City received a new THC license
application from One Stop Smoke Shop located at 11850 62nd Street NE. The applicant, Mr.
Husein has completed the appropriate forms for a new THC license.
KEY ISSUES:
• The City will to conduct a background investigation on the applicant.
• The new business meets the eligibility standards set by City Code section 4-10-4 because
the applicant primarily sells tobacco or tobacco related products and has a current
tobacco license through Wright County.
• The license period for all THC licenses runs January 1 through December 31.
• The applicant has provided the THC license fee.
• There are no outstanding building or fire code violations at the property.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the authority
to either approve or deny a THC license application.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Per the ordinance, the fee for this license can be pro-rated
due to a partial year license.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• The THC license application is on file in the Clerk’s Office and is available upon request
Agenda Page 15
Mayor and Council Request for Action
October 2, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – CLERK – NEW ON-SALE LIQUOR LICENSE WITH SUNDAY
SALES FOR THE HEN & THE HOG LOCATED AT 5262 KYLER AVE NE
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Approve an On-Sale Intoxicating with Sunday Sales Liquor License for The Hen
& The Hog located at 5262 Kyler Avenue NE through March, 31, 2024.
BACKGROUND: The City received a new liquor license application for an on-sale intoxicating
liquor license with Sunday sales from The Hen & The Hog located at 5262 Kyler Avenue NE.
The applicants, Mr. Matt Taus and Ms. Rebecca Taus are requesting to change their current on-
sale wine and 3.2 malt liquor license to a full on-sale liquor license with Sunday Sales and have
submitted the appropriate application for the new license.
KEY ISSUES:
• The owners of The Hen & The Hog are requesting to change their current on-sale wine
and 3.2 malt liquor license to a full on-sale liquor license with Sunday Sales.
• The applicants have completed the appropriate MN Alcohol and Gambling Enforcement
Department form (AGED). Upon Council approval, the license application will be
submitted to the AGED for their approved.
• The applicants have provided the license fee and proof of liquor liability insurance.
• There are no outstanding building or fire code violations at the property.
POLICY/PRACTICES CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and City Council have the authority
to either approve or deny a liquor license application.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The fee for this liquor license can be pro-rated due to a
partial year license.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• The liquor license application is on file in the City Clerk’s Office and is available upon
request
Agenda Page 16
Mayor and Council Request for Action
_____________________________________________________________________________
October 2, 2023
SUBJECT: CONSENT – FINANCE – PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF BOILER
FOR THE CITY HALL BUILDING
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following:
MOTION TO: Authorize the purchase and installation of a replacement Boiler from Weidner’s
Plumbing and Heating for the Albertville City Hall for an amount not-to-exceed $16,922.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The Albertville City Hall was constructed in 2007 and at
that time, three boilers were installed. Since April, the City has had several service calls and
needed repairs to the boilers. The estimated life of the boilers is 20 years. The City has been
budgeting for the replace and the funds are available through the capital fund. Weidner has been
the vendor used for the HVAC since installation and the City has maintained a maintenance
agreement with them since 2007. All of the HVAC services, additions, repairs and replacement
have been with the original vendor, Weidner. When replacing parts of the HVAC system, it is
important that the new equipment is compatible with the remaining system and the software that
runs it.
KEY ISSUES:
• The existing boiler at the City Hall Building is over 16-years old. Normal life for the boilers
is estimated 15-20 years.
• The City has been budgeting for the boiler replacement.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is City policy for the Council to review and approve all
capital purchases and investments.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The replacement boiler purchase and installation will be
funded through capital fund.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City has the authority to purchase equipment under the
State of Minnesota contract or by quotes.
Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Supplemental Information:
• Quote for purchase and installation for the new boiler
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
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October 2, 2023
SUBJECT: ADMINISTRATION – WRIGHT COUNTY LAW ENFORCEMENT
CONTRACT
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and City Council consider
the following:
MOTION TO: Approve the Law Enforcement Services Contract with the Wright County
Sheriff’s Office for the 2024 calendar year.
BACKGROUND: The Wright County Sheriff’s Office has provided contracted law
enforcement services to the City of Albertville for many years. Albertville contracts for 30 hours
per day coverage. The new contract includes a law enforcement assessment of $63,346.15 for
law enforcement service and retention during the 2024 calendar year
Wright County Sheriff Deringer attended the September 5, 2023, Council Workshop and
provided background information on staffing changes, the department’s recruitment efforts and
the formula used to establish the law enforcement assessment amount.
KEY ISSUES:
• The contract is for services for 2024 and includes 30-hour per day coverage beginning
January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024.
• The 2023 hourly rate was $86.75 for law enforcement services. The new contract rate is
$105 per hour of services for the 2024 calendar year.
• The new contract includes a law enforcement assessment of $63,346.15 for law
enforcement service and retention and to be paid 2024.
• The contract provides 24-hour call and general service.
• The number of hours of service to be provided in 2024 will be 10,950 annually.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is the City’s policy to evaluate and consider contracts on a
case by case basis.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The contract cost for law enforcement in 2023 was
$949,913 for 30 hours per week. The contract cost for 2024, which includes leap year hours, will
be $1,152,900 which is included in the 2024 preliminary budget.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve and
amend agreements that the City enters into pursuant to Minnesota State Law.
Responsible Person: Kris Luedke, City Clerk
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• 2024 Wright County Law Enforcement Contract
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City Administrator’s Update
September 28, 2023
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
Joint Governance Meeting: The next Joint Governance meeting is scheduled for October 30,
2023, at 6 pm at STMA Middle School West in the media center.
Liquor Compliance Checks: The alcohol compliance checks were conducted by Wright County
at all of the City’s liquor license establishments. I am happy to report all of the establishments
passed the compliance checks.
Parks Committee Vacancy: The Parks Committee has received two letters of interest for the
vacancy. The Committee has invited both interested parties to attend the October 23 Parks
Committee meeting to interview with the Committee members.
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.
Compost Facility: Otsego has agreed to pay 2/3 of the cost associated with the 2023 chipping
and screening operations. The Otsego Administrator and I will be working on a more formal
understanding of facility use and cost sharing for future years. This is a topic I will bring back to
the Council for more discussion in the near future.
ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
Karmen Avenue NE: The portion of Karmen Ave NE constructed as part of the AVA project
needs warranty repair. AVA’s contractor does not agree with the City’s required corrections and
staff will be working with AVA to address the issues.
2023 Street Overlay: With the exception of a few restoration items, the project is generally
complete.
53rd Street and CSAH 19 Signal: A pre-construction meeting is scheduled for Monday and site
work will begin shortly thereafter. Due to material delays, signal heads and will be install mid-
December.
WWTF Improvements: The precast walls are standing and the Contractor is working on the
roof, interior walls, and floors. The Contractor is working to have the building fully enclosed by
winter.
50th Street Retaining Walls: We are working with the County to amend the cost participation
agreement. Additionally, we are working on more feasible options for fencing along the top of
the wall.
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City Administrator’s Update Page 2 of 2 September 28, 2023
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.
2024 Street and Trail Improvements: Staff is working is working to identified street and trail
segments to be included in the 2024 overlay project.
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