2026-04-20 City Council MinutesALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES April 20, 2026 – 7 pm
Council Chambers
Albertville City Hall
1. Call to Order
Acting Mayor Olson called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm.
2. Pledge of Allegiance – Roll Call
Present: Acting Mayor Olson, Councilmembers Cocking, Hayden and Zagorski.
Absent: Mayor Hendrickson.
Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad, Fire Chief Bullen, City Attorney Couri, Finance
Director Lannes and City Clerk Luedke.
3. Recognitions – Presentations – Introductions – None
A. 2025 Wright County Sheriff’s Office Annual Activity Report
Lieutenant McMackins presented the 2025 Annual Activity Report, including an overview of the
new initiatives, a five-year historical crime summary by call type, a breakdown of traffic
incidents, and the number of cases handled by the Criminal Investigations Division; he also
responded to questions from Council.
The City Council thanked the Wright County Sheriff’s Department for their service to the
Albertville Community.
Wright County Commissioner Holland reported that Wright County will receive $1.5 million in
funding for improvements to County Road 18. She discussed issues with the current roadway,
the need for a traffic study and the proposed improvements. Commissioner Holland responded to
questions from the Council.
City Administrator Nafstad provided additional information on the proposed road improvements
project.
B. 2025 Financial Statement Audit Presentation
Mr. Tyler See, ABDO, presented the draft 2025 Audit report, including the auditor’s opinion,
fund results and the key performance indicators. He noted the City received a clean opinion with
any compliance issues. He stated the only minor concern was regarding the limited segregation
of duties, but that this has been a regular finding due to the size of the City. Mr. See provided an
overview of the City’s capital, water, sewer, storm water, and recycling funds and responded to
questions from Council.
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Regular Meeting of April 20, 2026
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to adopt the
draft 2025 Audit Report as presented. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Olson, and Zagorski. Nays:
None. Absent: Hendrickson. The motion carried.
4. Public Forum
There was no one present for the public forum.
5. Amendments to the Agenda
There were no amendments to the agenda.
MOTION made by Councilmember Hayden, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve
the April 20, 2026, agenda as submitted. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Olson, and Zagorski. Nays:
None. Absent: Hendrickson. 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 April 6, 2026, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented.
B.Authorize the Monday, April 20, 2026, 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.Accounts Receivable Report.
D.1st Quarter Budget to Actual.
E.10% Annual Gambling Contributions.
F.Adopt Resolution No. 2026-10 authorizing and documenting Inter-Fund Loans to
Fund Negative Fund Balances.
G.Adopt Resolution No. 2026-11 authorizing the Transfer of Funds.
H.Approve street closures as requested for Albertville Friendly City Days and extended
hours for Central Park for June 10 through June 14, 2026..
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve
the April 20, 2026, consent agenda as submitted. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Olson, and Zagorski.
Nays: None. Absent: Hendrickson. The motion carried.
7. Public Hearing – None
8. Wright County Sheriff’s Office – Updates, reports, etc.
The Wright County Sheriff Deputy who was present provided an update on events happening
within the City.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
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Regular Meeting of April 20, 2026
1. Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board,
FYCC, etc.)
Councilmember Zagorski provided an update from the Planning Commission meeting, which
included the review of a site plan for St. Albert’s Church that proposes an building addition and
parking lot expansion.
City Administrator Nafstad provided additional information on the proposed building
improvements and parking expansion. He responded to questions from Council.
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk – None
D. Finance – None
E. Fire
1. Shared Fire Service Update
City Administrator Nafstad reported that eight proposals were received for the 2026 Shared Fire
Service Feasibility Study, and the cities of Albertville, St. Michael and Hanover narrowed the
selection to two highly qualified consultant firms experienced in shared service studies. He said
that following the interviews, staff recommended awarding the contract to Fitch and Associates,
noting that their proposal of approximately $135,000 was in the mid-range of costs and best met
the RFP requirements. City Administrator Nafstad added that the firm was well-suited to conduct
the study and was proposing to complete the study by this fall. He also responded to questions
from Council.
Fire Chief Bullen responded to Council questions about the proposals and provided additional
information on why Fitch and Associates was selected for the study. He noted that the firm has
extensive experience in Minnesota and access to local resources, while many of the other
consulting firms primarily used personnel based out of state.
There was Council discussion regarding the proposed Shared Fire Service Feasibility study.
F. Planning and Zoning – None
G. Public Works/Engineering – None
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. City Administrator’s Update
City Administrator Nafstad presented the City Administrator’s Update, noting a high level of
activity in the City. He provided information on upcoming road construction projects. He also
discussed the upcoming Central Park playground closure for concrete repairs and final punch list
work. Administrator Nafstad shared information regarding recent power outages in the City.
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Regular Meeting of April 20, 2026
Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
April 27 Joint Power Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
May 4 City Council, 7 pm
May 11 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
May 12 Planning Commission, 7 pm
May 18 City Council, 7 pm
10.Adjournment
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, second by Councilmember Hayden to adjourn the
meeting at 8:08 pm. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Olson, and Zagorski. Nays: None. Absent:
Hendrickson. The motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk