2026-05-18 City Council Agenda Packet
City of Albertville Council Agenda
Monday, May 18, 2026
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 May 4, 2026, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. 3-7
B. Authorize the Monday, May 18, 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.
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7. Public Hearing – None
8. Wright County Sheriff’s Office – Updates, reports, etc.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
1. Committee Updates (STMA Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board, FYCC)
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk – None
D. Finance
1. Monitoring Systems to Wireless and Additional Security Camera 9-14
(Motion to approve the cost of upgrading the systems monitored from Plain Old
Telephone Service lines to wireless and add additional security cameras at an
estimated cost of $12,847.95.)
E. Fire – None
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F. Planning and Zoning – None
G. Public Works/Engineering – None
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. Full-Time Fire Chief/Fire Marshal/Director of Emergency Management
Position
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(Motion to hire Mr. Tate Mills for the full-time position of Fire Chief, Fire Marshal,
and Director of Emergency Management at a starting salary of 175,668.10 (step 4
of the position scale), conditioned on required background and medical testing.)
2. Wright County Funding Participation Agreement for County State Aid
Highway 18
16-21
(Motion to approve Funding Participation and Construction Agreement between the
County of Wright and the City of Albertville for Construction of Improvements for
County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 18 locally known as 50th Street NE.)
3. City Administrator’s Update 22-23
10. Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
May 25 City Offices closed in observance of Memorial Day
May 26 Parks Committee, 7 pm (Tuesday)
May 27 Joint Power Water Board, 6 pm (Wednesday)
June 1 City Council, 7 pm
June 8 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
June 9 Planning Commission, 7 pm
June 10-14 2026 Albertville Friendly City Days
June 15 City Council, 7 pm
11. Adjournment
ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL
DRAFT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES May 4, 2026 – 7 pm
Council Chambers
Albertville City Hall
1. Call to Order
Acting Mayor Olson called the meeting to order at 7 pm.
2. Pledge of Allegiance – Roll Call
Present: Acting Mayor Olson, Councilmembers Cocking, Hayden, and Zagorski.
Mayor Hendrickson arrived at 7:03 pm.
Staff Present: City Administrator Nafstad, Fire Chief Bullen, Planning Consultant Faulkner, City
Attorney Couri and City Clerk Luedke.
3. Recognitions – Presentations – Introductions
A. 2026-2027 Albertville Royalty Court
The 2026-2027 Royalty Court were present and listed some of their favorite activities they
participated in over the last year. The 2026-2027 Royalty candidates introduced themselves. The
Royalty Court thanked the Council for their continued support.
The City Council thanked the Royal Court for their service to the Albertville Community.
4. Public Forum
There was no one present for the public forum.
5. Amendments to the Agenda
City Administrator Nafstad requested to add an item under I2. Under Administration entitled “
Outdoor Hockey Shooting Pad” and I3. “CSAH 19 Banners”
MOTION made by Councilmember Olson, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve the
May 4, 2026, 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 April 20, 2026, Local Board of Appeals and Equalization minutes as presented.
B. Approve April 20, 2026, regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented.
C. Authorize the Monday, May 4, 2026, payment of claims as presented, except bills
specifically pulled which are passed by separate motion. The claims listing has been
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Regular Meeting of May 4, 2026
provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view at City
Hall upon request.
D. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-12 to tally write-in votes for individuals if the total number
of write-in votes for the office is equal to or greater than the lowest number received by
a ballot-listed candidate.
E. Approve quote from Omann Contracting Companies in the amount of $9,800 for repairs
to Karston Avenue Park Trail in Albertville.
F. Authorize a Services Agreement with Sports Lighting Authority in the amount of
$13,285 for Central Park Softball Field Lighting Needs.
G. Approve Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for Albertville Friendly City Days for June
10 through June 14, 2026, for the Annual Albertville Friendly City Days Festival
contingent upon receipt of liquor liability insurance certificate.
H. Approve a Temporary On-Sale Liquor License for the Albertville Lions for June 11
through June 14, 2026, for the 2026 Annual Albertville Friendly City Days Festival.
I. Authorize the hiring of Tyson Mosher and Antonia Sanchez for the position of Reserve
Firefighter with the Albertville Fire Department.
J. Authorize the promotion of Carter Pauly, Jon Pedagat and Derek Weber to the position
of Probationary Paid-On-Call Firefighter with the Albertville Fire Department.
K. Authorize the purchase of 3 sets of turnout gear for the Albertville Fire Department.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Hayden to approve the
May 4, 2026, consent agenda as submitted. 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.
There were no updates from Wright County Sheriff’s Office.
9. Department Business
A. City Council
1. Committee Updates (STMA Ice Arena, Planning, JPWB, Parks, Fire Board,
FYCC, etc.)
There were no Council Committee updates.
B. Building – None
C. City Clerk – None
D. Finance – None
E. Fire
1. Shared Fire Service Feasibility Study Contract for Service
Fire Chief Bullen presented the staff report and summarized the process used by the Cities of
Albertville, Hanover, and St. Michael to select Fitch and Associates for the study. He reported that
eight proposals were received and reviewed by representatives from the three cities, narrowing the
field to two finalists. He stated that following the interviews with the finalists, Fitch & Associates
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Regular Meeting of May 4, 2026
was selected. Chief Bullen noted that the cost of the study would be equally divided among the
three cities. He explained that the City of Albertville would be billed for the full amount and then
invoice the other two cities for their respective shares.
City Attorney Couri noted that Albertville would be responsible for the payment of the full bill and
would then collect reimbursement from the other cities. He asked whether the Council would like
him to draft a simple agreement outlining the payments responsibilities of the other cities.
City Administrator Nafstad provided additional information on the contract and noted that the other
cities wanted to pay their share for the study.
There was Council discussion regarding the Shared Fire Study contract, with the Council noting that
a payment agreement would not be necessary.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to approve
entering into a contract with Fitch and Associates, LLC to provide a Shared Fire Service Feasibility
Study at a not-to-exceed cost of $134,800. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson, and
Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried.
F. Planning and Zoning
1. St. Albert’s Church Site Plan Review
Planning Consultant Faulkner presented the staff report and noted that the property was zoned
Public/Institutional. She reviewed the key issues included in the site improvement plan and
provided details on the two parking options. Consultant Faulkner reported that the Planning
Commission recommended approval of the site plan and responded to questions from Council.
City Administrator Nafstad provided additional information on the two parking lot options and the
City’s plan to eventually extend the sidewalk and reconstruct the aprons in conjunction with the
sidewalk extension. He also discussed with the Church a potential option to share a portion of the
parking lot and responded to questions from Council regarding the concept of the proposed plan.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Zagorski to adopt
Resolution No. 2026-13 approving the site plan for St. Albert’s Church with conditions. Ayes:
Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson, and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried.
2. Amend Zoning Code Relating to Housekeeping Type Amendments
Planning Consultant Faulkner presented the staff report, providing a summary of the proposed
ordinance amendments, which included allowing solar panels on angled roofs, recognizing certain
building materials, updating outdated definitions, permitting outdoor dining in B-4 District, and
updating the City’s zoning map, among other changes. Faulkner also reported that any proposed
data center development would require the applicant to complete the code amendment process. In
addition, she noted a wording revision in Section 10 of the ordinance, changing the term “clerical”
to “clinical.” She also responded to questions from the Council regarding data centers and the
proposed amendments.
City Attorney Couri also responded to Council’s questions on the proposed amendments and data
centers.
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The Council discussed the proposed amendments related to the permitted building materials and
requested that daycare centers remain permitted in the P/I District in order to accommodate
churches that provide daycare facilities.
MOTION made by Councilmember Zagorski, seconded by Councilmember Cocking to adopt
Ordinance No. 2026-06 amending City Code Zoning Ordinance Relating to Housekeeping updates
and amendments as amended and Resolution No. 2026-14 allowing for summary publication for
the ordinance. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson, and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion
carried.
G. Public Works/Engineering
1. Upgrade of Two Lift Stations
Utilities Superintendent Middendorf presented the staff report, noting that the item was primarily
housekeeping to update the lift stations. He also responded to Council questions regarding the
project and provided an update on the operations of the new wastewater treatment plant.
City Administrator Nafstad responded to questions from Council regarding the budget source for
the lift station upgrades and potential future plans to decommission the ponds at the treatment plant,
noting that he would be seeking grant fund to assist in accomplishing the project.
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, seconded by Councilmember Olson to approve the
cost of replacing the Programable Logic Controllers and the Operator Interface Terminal with new
MicroLogix PLC 1400 series, PanelView Plus 7 series, accessories, and labor for a cost of $12,820
each for a total of $25,640. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson, and Zagorski. Nays:
None. The motion carried.
H. Legal – None
I. Administration
1. Albertville Fire Chief Position Update
City Administrator Nafstad reported that the hiring process for the new Fire Chief was moving
forward, with 10 strong applications received. He said the committee interviewed four candidates
and plans to bring a hiring recommendation to the next Council meeting.
2. Outdoor Hockey Shooting Pad
City Administrator Nafstad provided information from the Parks Committee meeting discussion
regarding the addition of a hockey shooting pad consisting of concrete with a backstop located near
the STMA Ice Arena. He noted that the shooting pad would be a City of Albertville project intended
to help promote and sell ice time at the arena. Administrator Nafstad also reported the quote for the
concreted pad was just under $28,000 and responded to Council questions regarding the proposal.
There was Council discussion regarding the outdoor hockey shooting pad, and the consensus of the
Council was to move forward with the project, noting it would be a beneficial addition to the park.
MOTION made by Councilmember Hayden, seconded by Councilmember Olson to approve a
quote not to exceed $28,000 for a concrete outdoor hockey shooting pad with backstop. Ayes:
Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson, and Zagorski. Nays: None. The motion carried.
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3. CSAH 19 Banners
City Administrator Nafstad reported it was time to update the street banners along County Road 19
and presented a concept design for the banners. He noted that the Albertville Lion offered to fund
the replacement banners, and that the City typically includes the Lion’s logo would when they fund
an item. Nafstad stated no action was needed at this time and that the item was provided for
information only.
The Council discussed the proposed concept for replacing the street banners and the placement of
the Albertville Lions logo on the design.
Announcements and/or Upcoming Meetings
May 11 STMA Arena Board, 6 pm
May 12 Planning Commission, 7 pm
May 18 City Council, 7 pm
May 25 City Hall closed in observance of Memorial Day
May 26 Joint Power Water Board, 6 pm
Parks Committee, 7 pm
June 1 City Council, 7 pm
10. Adjournment
MOTION made by Councilmember Cocking, second by Councilmember Hayden to adjourn the
meeting at 8:04 pm. Ayes: Cocking, Hayden, Hendrickson, Olson, and Zagorski. Nays: None. The
motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
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Kristine A. Luedke, City Clerk
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
May 18, 2026
SUBJECT: CONSENT – FINANCE – PAYMENT OF BILLS
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Authorize the Monday, May 18, 2026, 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 (highlighted)
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 have reviewed and recommend 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)
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
May 18, 2026
SUBJECT: FINANCE – MONITORING SYSTEMS TO WIRELESS AND ADDITIONAL
SECURITY CAMERAS
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following motion:
MOTION TO: Approve the cost of upgrading the systems monitored from Plain Old Telephone
Service lines to wireless and add additional security cameras at an estimated cost of $12,847.95.
BACKGROUND: The current monitored systems utilize Plain Old Telephone Service (POTS)
lines. In 2019, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued an order to deregulating
copper-based POTS infrastructure, and effective August 2, 2022, telecommunications providers
are no longer required to support these legacy lines. After the systems are converted to updated
communication methods, the City will discontinue the existing POTS service lines.
Recently, several incidents of graffiti-related property damage have occurred in the new Central
Park plaza area. Staff recommend installing security cameras at the depot to provide monitoring
coverage of the new plaza area.
POLICY CONSIDERATIONS: It is the Mayor and Council’s policy to review and approve the
purchase of the City.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The purchase of the upgrades will be paid for by the
general operating funds.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council have the authority to approve the
purchases for the City.
Responsible Person: Tina Lannes, Finance Director
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad. City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• Quote for City Hall elevator
• Quote for City Hall fire
• Quote for City Hall security system
• Quote for STMA arena elevator
• Quote for depot plaza cameras
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
May 18, 2026
SUBJECT: ADMINISTRATION – FULL-TIME FIRE CHIEF / FIRE MARSHAL /
DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT POSITION
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council accept the Fire
Chief Selection Committee’s recommendation and adopt the following:
MOTION TO: hire Mr. Tate Mills for the full-time position of Fire Chief, Fire Marshal, and
Director of Emergency Management at a starting salary of 175,668.10 (step 4 of the position
scale), conditioned on required background and medical testing.
BACKGROUND: The position was advertised and 10 applications were received and
reviewed by staff. A Fire Chief Selection Committee consisting of Council Members Olson
and Cocking, Deputy Chief Gammel and the City Administrator, interviewed 4 highly
qualified candidates.
Upon reviews of applications and interviews with select candidates, it is the recommendation
of the Fire Chief Selection Committee that the position be offered to Tate Mills.
Mr. Mills is currently the chief deputy state fire marshal overseeing the operations functions of the
State Fire Marshal division. Mills began his fire service career in 1997 with the Albertville Fire
Department. He worked his way through the ranks to the position of Assistant Fire Chief (2005-
2006) and in 2007 was named Fire Chief. During his eight years as Fire Chief, he helped
implement the City’s first fire inspection program, developed a program to recruit and retain
firefighters, and partnered with neighboring cities to implement a joint fire board. Mills also
helped lead the department through the transition to its first full-time career fire chief. After that
transition, he remained on the department for six years as assistant fire chief, leading day-to-day
operations and fire investigations, retiring from the department in 2021.
Before his work with the State Fire Marshal division in 2016, Mills worked for 15 years for a
defense contractor and was also a nine-year member of the Minnesota Army National Guard’s
34th Infantry Division.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The pay range for the position is $159,146.62 to
$180,059.80. It is proposed that the salary to be offered be $175,668.10, which is step 4 of
the scale.
LEGAL ISSUES: The City Council has the authority to hire personnel, and offer the Fire
Chief/Fire Marshal/Director of Emergency Management position to a qualified candidate.
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
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Mayor and Council Request for Action
May 18, 2026
SUBJECT: ADMINISTRATOR – WRIGHT COUNTY FUNDING PARTICIPATION
AGREEMENT FOR COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY 18
RECOMMENDATION: It is respectfully requested that the Mayor and Council consider the
following:
MOTION TO: Approve Funding Participation and Construction Agreement between the
County of Wright and the City of Albertville for Construction of Improvements for County State
Aid Highway (CSAH) 18 locally known as 50th Street NE.
BACKGROUND: The Wright County Highway Department has identified the segment of
CSAH 18 as a project on the County’s list of Local Option Sales Tax Projects. Increased
population in the area has resulted in higher traffic volumes along the CSAH 18 corridor that
requires addressing safety, access, and mobility needs of this corridor. The improvements to
CSAH 18 are centered on providing safety improvements while increasing the efficiency of the
traffic operation. The improvement project will include roadway, roundabout, bike trail,
walking pathway, drainage and other miscellaneous improvements along CSAH 18 within the
City limits.
KEY ISSUES:
• The total project cost is estimated to be approximately $2,432,000. Per the County’s
Cost Participation Policy, Albertville’s share is estimated to be approximately
$181,000, plus overhead per the funding agreement.
• The project will be designed, bid, and administrated by the County. The County plans
to bid the project in the winter to allow for a spring construction start.
• The project will consist of multiple stages. Certain stages will require complete closure
of the road segment in Albertville.
• This is Phase 1 of a 2 Phase project. Phase 2 includes the addition of a roundabout
intersection at CSAH 18 and 19. Phase 2 is projected to be a 2028 project.
FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS: The City’s share of the project is estimated to be
approximately $195,000 (construction and overhead) The City’s share will be paid using
transportation capital reserves.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: The Mayor and Council possess the authority to enter into
cooperative agreements to construct municipal improvements.
Submitted Through: Adam Nafstad, City Administrator-PWD
Attachments:
• Funding Participation and Construction Agreement
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March 12, 2026
AGREEMENT NO. 26-xx
WRIGHT COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF HIGHWAYS
FUNDING PARTICIPATION AND CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE COUNTY OF WRIGHT
and
THE CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
For
CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS FOR:
County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 18 – (locally known as 50 th St. NE)
CP 086-618-013
TWO LANE RECONSTRCTION PROJECT
GRADING & BASE, SURFACING, ROUNDABOUT,
& BIKE TRAIL/PATHWAY IMPROVEMENTS
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COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into by and between the County of Wright, Minnesota,
acting by and through its County Board of Commissioners hereinafter referred to as the "County" and the
City of Albertville, Minnesota, acting by and through its City Council, hereinafter referred to as the
"City".
RECITALS:
WHEREAS, plans and specifications will be prepared by the County for the improvement of
County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 18, known locally as 50th St. NE, from approximately 450 feet east of
CSAH 19 to Main Avenue NE, and said construction plans are designated as CSAH 18 Improvements,
and the length of the improvement is approximately 0.42 miles, and
WHEREAS, CSAH 18 provides east-west mobility and connectivity through the north-east part
of Wright County from CSAH 19 to Main Avenue NE in Albertville. Increased population has resulted
in higher traffic volumes along the CSAH 18 corridor that requires addressing safety, access, and mobility
needs of this corridor. The improvements to CSAH 18 are centered on providing safety improvements
while increasing the efficiency of the traffic operation, and
WHEREAS, the improvements are consistent with the projects identified on the County’s list of
Local Option Sales Tax Projects and the County’s current Highway Five Year Construction Plan. The
County’s Cost Participation Policy, revised September 20, 2022, will govern the cost participation
between the City and County for the project, and
WHEREAS, The proposed improvements indicated above will be included in one (1) contract to
be administered by the County and will consist of, but is not limited to, grading & base construction,
roundabout construction, bituminous pavement surfacing, bike trail/pathway construction, storm
sewer/drainage improvements, and other miscellaneous improvements within the corporate limits of
Albertville, and
NOW THEREFORE, IT IS MUTUALLY AGREED AND UNDERSTOOD THAT:
Article 1
The County shall construct or cause to be constructed an improvement project including,
roadway, roundabout, bike trail/pathway, drainage, and other miscellaneous improvements upon or along
CSAH 18 within the City limits in accordance with the approved plans and specifications as prepared by
the County, and on file at the office of the County Engineer. The plans will be prepared in accordance
with MnDOT State Aid standards.
Article 2
It is agreed that upon completion of and acceptance of the work as to quantity and quality by the
County, the County Engineer shall determine the actual amount that the County will invoice the City in
accordance with the following funding participation schedule:
1. CSAH 18 Construction Costs:
The cost participation is consistent with the Cost Participation Policy adopted by the County
Board on September 20, 2022 and shown in the Appendix of this Agreement. The County will acquire
necessary right-of-way for this project.
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2. Storm Sewer Costs:
It is agreed that upon completion of the project, the City will own/maintain the storm sewer
system and storm water ponds along CSAH 18 which includes meeting the MS4 requirements of MPCA.
This ownership/maintenance shall not commit the City to replacing or relocating any portion of said
storm sewer made necessary as a result of a future reconstruction of CSAH 18. Funding for the storm
sewer system & ponding will be split between the City and County by percentage of contributing flow, in
accordance with the County’s Cost Participation Policy, dated September 2022.
3. Bituminous Trail/Pedestrian Pathway:
The County will acquire the necessary right-of-way for the construction of this highway
improvement project, including any additional right-of-way for the City pedestrian trail, if needed. The
City will reimburse the County all right-of-way costs associated with the pedestrian trail. The costs
associated with the pedestrian trail includes, but are not limited to permanent easement, temporary
easement, damages due to loss of trees/shrubs, legal fees, costs, and expenses, pedestrian trail
construction expenses, pedestrian trail gravel base and bituminous paving. The City will own and
maintain the trail after it is constructed. The City will also be responsible for all vegetative maintenance
and snow clearing along the trail. The trail will be subject to the requirements in the County’s Right-of-
Way Ordinance for Management of the Public Right-of-Way Under the County’s jurisdiction, for
facilities located within the highway right-of-way. The City will maintain the pedestrian trail in good
working order and will resurface and preserve the trail as needed to maintain a safe traveling experience
for all users of the trail.
4. City Utilities/Landscaping/Other:
It is agreed that all City utilities (watermain, sanitary sewer, etc.) and all landscaping items
requested by the City and included in the project will be subject to the County’s Right-of-Way Ordinance
for such facilities.
5. Engineering Costs:
The County will provide engineering services (with staff and/or consultants) for design, construction
administration and inspection of this project. The County will not participate in any engineering costs
incurred by the City that are necessary for the City to assess their portion of the project costs (Feasibility
Studies, hearings, legal expenses, etc.). The City will reimburse the County for engineering services for
the City’s portion of the project based upon the city/county percent share of construction costs. The final
reimbursement will be computed using the appropriate percentage of the City’s portion only of the final
contract construction cost.
The County shall prepare a preliminary estimate of construction costs for the project. The
preliminary cost estimate shall identify both the City’s share and County’s share of cost for the project
based upon this funding agreement. This preliminary construction cost estimate shall be attached to this
funding agreement.
It is intended that the work outlined above in Article Two is to be done by a contractor on a unit
price basis through a contract duly let by the County. At such time as the County awards a contract, the
County will prepare a new estimate of the City’s share of the construction cost based on the unit prices
bid by the County's contractor. A copy of such revised cost estimate will be forwarded to the City.
Article 4
The County shall be responsible for all field inspection of construction (including required testing
at intervals outlined in the latest MnDOT State Aid for Local Transportation Materials Control Schedule,
which is included in the project proposal), quantities, and contractor performance for the road
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improvement project. Testing for highway construction items will be paid for by the County and testing
for all City items (all City utility, trail, City requested landscaping, etc.) will be paid for by the City.
Article 5
The County shall invoice the City for 95% of the City’s cost share after the construction contract
is awarded by the County. The remaining City share will be invoiced after the final completion construction.
The City shall reimburse the County within 45 days of receipt of the invoice from the County.
Upon awarding the construction contract by the County, a copy of the bid schedule breakdown of
the City’s portion of the project shall be forwarded to the City. Upon 100% completion of the work, the
County shall forward to the City a copy of a cost breakdown identifying the City’s cost participation,
based on this agreement.
Article 6
The City shall take ownership of the trail/bike path and be responsible for all associated
maintenance and future repairs of the trail/bikepath. The City is required to fill out a R/W Permit for the
trail/pathway within the CSAH 18 right-of-way. The County will waive the permit fee since the
construction will be in conjunction with this project.
Article 7
The City shall be responsible for providing an adequate electrical power supply to the service pad
for the street lighting of the roundabout. Upon completion of the construction of the roundabout, the City
shall provide, at its own cost and expense, the necessary electrical energy for the operation of the
intersection lighting and shall also be responsible to provide for the maintenance and relamping of the
luminaires.
The County shall, at its own cost and expense, provide for replacement of streetlight poles, service
cabinet, etc. – if they should become damaged through vehicle collisions, etc. (major maintenance).
Article 8
The City shall indemnify, save and hold harmless the County and all of its agents and employees
of any form against any and all claims, demands, actions or causes of action of whatever nature or
character arising out of or by reason of the execution or performance of the work provided for herein to
be performed by the City. The County shall indemnify, save and hold harmless the City and all of its
agents and employees of any form against any and all claims, demands, actions or causes of action of
whatever nature or character arising out of or by reason of the execution of performance of the work
provided for herein to be performed by the County.
Article 9
It is further agreed that any and all full-time employees of the County and all other employees of
the County engaged in the performance by any work or services required or provided for herein to be
performed by the County shall be considered employees of the County only and not of the City and that
any and all claims that may or might arise under Workmen's Compensation Act of the State of Minnesota
on behalf of said employees while so engaged and any and all claims made by any third parties as a
consequence of any act or omission on the part of said County employees while so engaged on any of the
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work or services provided to be rendered herein shall be the sole obligation and responsibility of the
County.
It is further agreed that any and all full-time employees of the City and all other employees of the
City engaged in the performance by any work or services required or provided for herein to be performed
by the City shall be considered employees of the City only and not of the County and that any and all
claims that may or might arise under Workmen's Compensation Act of the State of Minnesota on behalf
of said employees while so engaged and any and all claims made by any third parties as a consequence of
any act or omission on the part of said City employees which so engaged on any of the work or services
provided to be rendered herein shall be the sole obligation and responsibility of the City.
Article 10
Before this agreement shall become binding and effective it shall be approved by the City
Council of Albertville and it shall also be approved by the County Board and such other officers as law
may provide.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF the parties have duly executed this agreement by their duly
authorized officers and caused their respective seals to be hereunto affixed.
COUNTY OF WRIGHT CITY OF ALBERTVILLE
Recommended for Approval: Recommended for Approval:
County Engineer City Engineer
APPROVED: APPROVED:
Chair, County Board Mayor, City Council
County Administrator City Administrator
County Attorney City Attorney
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Date Date
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City Administrator’s Update
May 14, 2026
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
I-94 West Chamber of Commerce First Responders Luncheon: The 2026 First Responders
Luncheon is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, from 10:30 am to 1 pm at Clam Corporation
in Rogers. Please let me know if you would like to attend.
Albertville Fire Department: The Albertville Fire Department is planning an Open House o
Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 9 am to noon during this year’s Friendly City Day Festival.
Albertville Friendly City Days Social: In the past, the City held a social on the Thursday night of
Friendly City Days in the Beer gardens by the Main Stage. Thursday night is the Albertville
Firemen’s Relief Craft Beer night. This year, the event would be held on Thursday, June 11,
2026. Staff would like to know if the Council is interested in continuing to hold the social event
on the Thursday night, or another night?
Annual Recycling Rate Increase: In 2026, the City renegotiated a 5-year contract extension with
Republic Services. Resolution No. 2025-49 was approved on November 17, 2025, setting the
recycling fees for a five-year period. Beginning June 1, 2026, through May 31, 2027, the new
recycling rate will be $5.65.
Code/Zoning Enforcement: The City is working on several properties regarding zoning
ordinance and/or nuisance ordinance violations. Generally, the violations include outdoor
storage of vehicles, materials, and/or equipment, and typically include junk accumulation and
illegal structures.
ENGINEERING/PUBLIC WORKS
Java Properties: Site work is well underway and both the Mister and ALDI projects have begun.
CSAH 137: The road and bridge are closed for construction. A slip ramp off of 62nd Street onto
the WB CD road was installed and the 63rd Street is being used to supplement the detour. It is
anticipated the bridge and 137 will be substantially complete by mid-August.
CSAH 19: The County is reconstructing a number of ped ramps and adding pedestrian safety
features at several of the signals all along the CSAH 19 corridor.
Fiber: We have multiple fiber companies installing fiber at many different locations though out
town. These projects are typically approved by a R/W permit.
Main Avenue Reconstruction: Work on Phase 1 is ongoing. The archway is up and the lettering
should be going up in the next couple of weeks. Plantings on phase 1 in the plaza area in front
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of city hall should be complete this week. Wear course paving on phase 1 is scheduled for the
last week of May.
Central Park Playground and Plaza: With the exception of a few punchlist items, the park
project is complete.
Central Park: The hockey shooting pad was poured this week and Public Works will be installing
the fence next week.
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