--- ## author: Susan Nache date: D:20260501131624-05'00' --- ## Becker City Council Meeting ## Becker City Hall May 5, 2026 5:00 1. Call to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Changes to Agenda ## 4. Approval of City Council Agenda ## 5. Guests and Open Forum (Up to 5 speakers allowed for up to 3 minutes each – no Council response or action is given to open forum comments other than possible referral to City Staff or a City Board / Commission) ## 6. Committee Reports, Presentations and Awards ## A. 2025 Audit Presentation – Justin Nilson B. Committee Reports – Personnel Committee, Budget & Finance Committee, Planning ## Commission, Golf Committee, Joint Planning Board ## 7. Board, Committee, and Consultant Reports ## A. RFP for Compensation Study – Shannon Mortenson • Resolution 26-32 B. Supplemental Letter Agreement with SEH for the 2026 Street Improvements – Construction ## Phase Services – Phil Knutson • Resolution 26-31 C. Supplemental Letter Agreement with SEH for Road and Utility Improvements for LuAnn ## Drive – Phil Knutson • Resolution 26-38 D. Cart Path Replacement for Hole 10/11 at Pebble Creek Golf Club – Phil Knutson • Resolution 26-35 E. PUD Conditional Use Permit, Preliminary Plat, and Final Plat for Fossum Fields Third ## Addition – Austin Petersen • Resolutions 26-36, 26-37, 26-40 F. Residential Density Amendments to Becker’s Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development ## Ordinance – Jacob Sanders • Resolution 26-41 • Ordinance 302, 2 nd ## Series ## 8. Administrator and Staff Reports ## A. Becker Community Center Aquatics Project – Brandii Thomas • Resolution 26-42 ## 9. Consent Agenda ## A. Hiring Termination Report ## B. Payment of the Bills ## C. Authorize Electronic Transactions ## D. Minutes – April 21, 2026, Regular Council Meeting ## E. Minutes – April 21, 2026, Executive Session ## F. 2027 Budget Calendar • Resolution 26-34 ## G. New Cannabis Microbusiness License Registration ## H. Agreement with MPCA for Well Monitoring • Resolution 26-39 ## I. Acceptance of 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Audit • Resolution 26-33 ## 10. Anniversary Announcements – Mayor Kolbinger 11. Closed Session – Pursuant to Minn. Statute §13.05, Subd. 3a, for the purpose of conducting the City Administrator’s performance review. 12. ## Adjourn ## SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS, CANCELLATIONS, OFFICE CLOSINGS AND ## SPECIAL EVENTS All Meetings are held at Becker City Hall unless otherwise noted. ## Becker City Hall ## 12060 Sherburne Ave SE ## Becker MN 55308 ## 5:00 PM Tuesday, May 5, 2026 City Council Meeting 6:00 PM (APPROXIMATE TIME) Tuesday, May 5, 2026 City Council Executive Session ## 9:00 AM Friday, May 8, 2026 Personnel Committee ## 5:30 PM Monday, May 11, 2026 EDA 8:30 AM Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Public Works Committee @ Public Works ## 7:00 AM Friday, May 15, 2026 Police Management Committee 12:00 PM Friday, May 15, 2026 Xcel Advisory Board @ Pebble Creek 5:00 PM Monday, May 18, 2026 Parks & Rec Committee @ BCC ## 5:30 PM Monday, May 18, 2026 Fire Board ## 6:00 PM Monday, May 18, 2026 Planning Commission ## 5:00 PM Tuesday, May 19, 2026 City Council Meeting 6:00 PM (APPROXIMATE TIME) Tuesday, May 19, 2026 City Council Executive Session ## 5:00 PM Thursday, May 21, 2026 Budget & Finance Committee ## MONDAY, MAY 25, 2026 – CITY OFFICES CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY 3:30 PM Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Golf Committee @ Pebble Creek 7:00 PM Tuesday, May 26, 2026 Joint Planning Board @ Township Hall ## 5:00 PM Tuesday, June 2, 2026 City Council Meeting 6:00 PM (APPROXIMATE TIME) Tuesday, June 2, 2026 City Council Executive Session ## 9:00 AM Friday, June 5, 2026 Personnel Committee ## 5:30 PM Monday, June 8, 2026 EDA 8:30 AM Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Public Works Committee @ Public Works 5:00 PM Monday, June 15, 2026 Parks & Rec Committee @ BCC ## 5:30 PM Monday, June 15, 2026 Fire Board ## 5:00 PM Tuesday, June 16, 2026 City Council Meeting 6:00 PM (APPROXIMATE TIME) Tuesday, June 16, 2026 City Council Executive Session ## City of Becker 2 0 2 5 F i n a n c i a l S t a t e m e n t A u d i t 2 abdosolutions.com 2 ## Introduction •Audit Opinion and Responsibility ## •General Fund Results ## •Other Governmental Funds •Enterprise Funds 3 ## Audit Results ## Unmodified opinion under ## GAAP One instance of noncompliance M i n n e s o t a L e g a l C o m p l i a n c e ## Auditor’s Opinion 4 abdosolutions.com ## A U D I T R E S U L T S •Contracting and Bidding ## •Legal Compliance Finding ## Fiscal Year 2025 Findings 5 abdosolutions.com ## General Fund Reserves to Budget 63.0% 60.3% 65.5% 60.6% 63.5% $4,652,940 $5,085,031 $5,893,076 $7,443,561 $7,577,881 40% 40% 40% 60% 60% $- $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000 $6,000,000 $7,000,000 $8,000,000 $9,000,000 202120222023202420252026 ## Unrestricted Fund Balance Budget Fund Balance Policy 6 abdosolutions.com ## General Fund Budget to Actual ## Final BudgetActualVariance with ## AmountsAmountsFinal Budget Revenues7,443,561$ 8,361,067$ 917,506$ Expenditures7,443,561 6,816,165 627,396 Excess (Deficiency) of Revenues Over (Under) Expenditures- 1,544,902 1,544,902 ## Other Financing Sources (Uses) Transfers out- (1,250,000) (1,250,000) Net Change in Fund Balances- 294,902 294,902 Fund Balances, January 14,559,085 4,559,085 - Fund Balances, December 314,559,085$ 4,853,987$ 294,902$ 7 abdosolutions.com ## General Fund Revenues and ## Expenditures/Transfers Out by Type $0 $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000 $6,000,000 $7,000,000 ## Taxes Intergovernme ntal Licenses and ## Permits ## Other ## General Fund Revenues 2023 2024 2025 $0 $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 ## General ## Government ## Public ## Safety ## Public works Culture and recreation ## Transfers ## Out ## Capital ## Outlay ## General Fund Expenditures and Transfers 2023 2024 2025 8 abdosolutions.com ## Special Revenue Fund Balance $- $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,200,000 $1,400,000 ## Restricted Nonspendable Assigned Committed 202320242025 ## Increase 20252024(Decrease) ## Major Golf Course504,525$ 366,828$ 137,697$ ## Nonmajor State Qualified Loans100,000 100,000 - Economic Development1,046,366 889,112 157,254 Total1,650,891$ 1,355,940$ 294,951$ ## Fund Balances ## Fund 9 abdosolutions.com ## Golf Course Budget to Actual ## Final BudgetActualVariance with ## AmountsAmountsFinal Budget ## Revenues Charges for services3,175,829$ 3,406,199$ 230,370$ Interest on investments5,000 32,396 27,396 Total Revenues3,180,829 3,438,595 257,766 ## Expenditures Current2,979,535 3,111,189 (131,654) Debt service196,294 189,709 6,585 Total Expenditures3,175,829 3,300,898 (125,069) Net Change in Fund Balances5,000 137,697 132,697 Fund Balances, January 1366,828 366,828 - Fund Balances, December 31371,828$ 504,525$ 132,697$ 10 abdosolutions.com ## Capital Project Fund Balance ## Increase 2025 2024 (Decrease) ## Major ## Revolving Capital 11,558,933 $ 10,409,507 $ 1,149,426 $ ## City Hall Building Improvements 125,577 3,467,719 (3,342,142) ## Trunk Facilities 12,884,077 11,840,774 1,043,303 ## Nonmajor ## Fossum Fields Road Pedestrian Path 100,415 82,496 17,919 ## Total 24,669,002 $ 25,800,496 $ (1,131,494) $ ## Fund Balances ## Fund $(5,000,000) $- $5,000,000 $10,000,000 $15,000,000 $20,000,000 $25,000,000 $30,000,000 ## Restricted Unassigned Assigned 202320242025 11 abdosolutions.com ## Debt Service Fund ## Cash ## Total ## Bonds Year of ## Balance ## Assets ## Outstanding ## Maturity ## G.O. Street Reconstruction Bonds, Series 2021A 1,087,385 $ 1,087,385 $ 5,705,000 $ 02/01/32 ## EDA Lease Revenue Bonds, Series 2024A 384,322 384,322 5,760,000 02/01/40 ## Total 1,471,707 $ 1,471,707 $ 11,465,000 $ ## Total Remaining Interest Payments 2,458,050 $ ## Debt Description $- $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,200,000 $1,400,000 $1,600,000 2026202720282029203020312032203320342035 ## PrincipalInterest 12 abdosolutions.com ## Water Fund ## Cash Flows from Operations and ## Cash Balances $- $100,000 $200,000 $300,000 $400,000 $500,000 $600,000 $700,000 $800,000 $900,000 ## Operating Receipts ## Operating Costs ## Debt Payments $1,221,101 $2,081,274 $1,395,000 $1,720,000 $3,337,970 $3,764,191 $4,048,443 $4,067,892 $- $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 $4,000,000 $4,500,000 $5,000,000 2022202320242025 ## UnrestrictedCity Target Balance 13 abdosolutions.com ## Sewer Fund ## Cash Flows from Operations and ## Cash Balances ## Sewer Fund Presentation ## Includes Both Domestic and ## Industrial $- $500,000 $1,000,000 $1,500,000 $2,000,000 $2,500,000 $3,000,000 $3,500,000 $4,000,000 ## Operating Re ceipts ## LPI Reimbursements ## Operating Costs ## Debt Payments $2,718,785 $2,958,360 $3,466,106 $3,566,160 $4,983,765 $5,193,037 $6,156,948 $5,542,962 $- $1,000,000 $2,000,000 $3,000,000 $4,000,000 $5,000,000 $6,000,000 $7,000,000 2022202320242025 ## UnrestrictedRestricted for Debt Se rviceCity Target Balance 14 abdosolutions.com ## Cash and Investments Balances $28,968,688 $43,338,267 $41,766,965 $0 $5,000,000 $10,000,000 $15,000,000 $20,000,000 $25,000,000 $30,000,000 $35,000,000 $40,000,000 $45,000,000 $50,000,000 2023 2024 2025 ## General Fund ## Capital Projects Funds ## Special Revenue Funds ## Debt Service Funds ## Enterprise Funds ## EDA (CU) 15 abdosolutions.com ## B E R G ## Andy ## CPA - Partner ## N I L S O N ## CPA - Partner ## S T A C H E L ## Supervisor ## JustinJohn ## Your Abdo Team ## S M I T H ## Robbie ## Senior Associate ## P U D A S ## Associate ## H I N T G E N ## Intern ## ErikaJoseph ## Agenda Item Description: ## RFP for Compensation Study ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Administration / Shannon Mortenson / smortenson@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4247 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: ## 1. Breakdown of Proposals Received 2. RFP from Flaherty & Hood, P.A. 3. Agreement with Flaherty & Hood, P.A. 4. Resolution 26-32 ## Consent Agenda: Yes No X ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: The city of Becker completed a comprehensive overhaul of the compensation schedule and job descriptions in 2022 with the work being completed by Gallagher. This included implementing the Decision Band Method of job evaluation with a corresponding step schedule. It was concluded in 2022 that a compensation study should be conducted in 2026 to assure the step schedule is still competitive. Cost of living adjustments (COLA) have been implemented annually on the step schedule. An RFP was released March 24, 2026 with a response deadline of April 20, 2026. The goal is to have the data available for 2027 budgeting purposes. Twelve proposals were received. The range of costs was $8,500-$48,500. The median average is $23,000. The lowest priced proposal that met all the requirements was Flaherty & Hood at $8,500. David Drown Associates submitted $13,800 and Gallagher submitted a total of $17,575. Flaherty & Hood is a reputable firm and can complete the study in the timeline expected. ## Board Commission / Committee Action: The Personnel Committee reviewed the proposal and are recommending entering into an agreement with Flaherty & Hood, P.A. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: The compensation study was budgeted in the 2026 CIP Budget for $25,000. The amount bid is well below the budgeted amount. ## Action(s) Requested: 1. A motion and a second to adopt Resolution 26-32 entering into an agreement with Flaherty & Hood, PA will be appreciated. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Greg Lerud Date: April 27, 2026 ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## RFP COMPENSATION STUDY APRIL 2026 ## COMPANYCOST PROPOSALTIMELINE ## David Drown Associates13,800.00$ 4-6 weeks A. Davis Consulting48,000.00$ 12/1/2026 Precision Consulting48,500.00$ 10-12 weeks ## HR Data Labs LLC29,778.13$ 4 months Paypoint HR, LLC22,500.00$ 16-20 weeks Baker Tilly25,300.00$ 5 months ## Evergreen Solutions21,500.00$ 4 months MGT20,250.00$ 4 months McGrath Human Resources Group25,750.00$ 4 months Gallagher17,575.00$ 3 months Abdo19,300.00$ 3-4 months ## Flaherty & Hood8,500.00$ 12-14 weeks ## CONTACT NAMEDATE RECEIVED ## NOTES ## Tessia Melvin3/29/2026 Will work with current system Alissa Davis3/30/2026Creates a new compensation design Charlotte Chabot4/10/2026Restructuring using job description ## David Turetsky4/13/2026 ## Benefits Analysis-not in RFP Karin Campbell4/14/2026Updates job descriptions/new classes ## Jada Kent4/15/2026 Creates a new compensation design ## Jeff Ling4/17/2026 104 page proposal ## Rachel Skaggs4/17/2026Benefits Analysis-not in RFP ## Victoria McGrath4/18/2026 ## Benefits Analysis-not in RFP Erik Smetana4/18/2026Work completed in 2022 Leah Davis4/20/2026Appears to create new compensation system Ethan Rundquist4/20/2026Appears to be good value ## Contact Information: ## Ethan T. Rundquist, Compensation and HR Analyst ## Brandon M. Fitzsimmons, Shareholder Attorney ## 525 Park Street, Suite 470 ## Saint Paul, MN 55103 Phone: (651) 225-8840 Email: etrundquist@flaherty-hood.com April 20, 2026 Website: www.flaherty-hood.com ## Proposal to The City of Becker for ## Compensation Study ii April 20, 2026 ## Shannon Mortenson VIA ELECTRONIC ## City Clerk ## City of Becker smortenson@ci.becker.mn.us ## Re: City of Becker’s Request for Proposal for Compensation Study ## Dear Shannon: Providing legal, analytical, and lobbying services, such as job classification and compensation services, to Minnesota government entities has been Flaherty & Hood, P.A.’s primary focus since the firm’s inception over 30 years ago. We are, therefore, pleased to submit this proposal to The City of Becker for the Compensation Study. Why Should the City Hire Flaherty & Hood? There are many reasons why the City of Becker (City) should hire Flaherty & Hood, P.A. (Flaherty & Hood or firm), including: 1. Customized. Flaherty & Hood will not view The City of Becker as just another client among many; instead, the City’s survey will be tailored to your organization’s circumstances, given high priority, and the timing of the survey will be discussed early in order to meet deadlines set by the City. 2. Comprehensive. No other firm offers the same comprehensive services that Flaherty & Hood provides—including labor relations and human resources services. For example, Flaherty & Hood developed and utilizes the Flaherty & Hood Job Evaluation System for classification and compensation purposes and Cluster Analysis to identify comparable entities for public sector entities. In addition, Flaherty & Hood advises and represents public sector entities in complying with or claims made by employees under discrimination, disability, and wage and hour laws and labor contract negotiations and grievances, which is valuable knowledge and experience in implementing classification and compensation changes. 3. Comprehendible. Flaherty & Hood strongly believes that the advice and work product it provides to clients must be comprehendible. The firm has a proven record of communicating advice and recommendations on complex legal, human resources, and job classification and compensation issues in a manner its clients understand. Flaherty & Hood provides user-friendly electronic documents for public sector entities to review and update job analyses, job descriptions, job evaluation ratings, and the base pay structure. 4. Cost-Effective. Because Flaherty & Hood has dedicated its practice to serving the needs of public entities, we can provide significantly reduced public rates to our clients, while maintaining the highest quality services. iii Enclosed is Flaherty & Hood’s proposal to conduct a Compensation Study for The City of Becker. The proposal includes the information requested in the Request for Proposal for Compensation Study. Flaherty & Hood will comply with all the conditions stated in the RFP. This proposal will be valid for 90 days from the above date. We are confident that Flaherty & Hood will provide the highest quality classification and compensation services to The City. Should you desire to discuss our services in more detail or need additional information, please contact us. Thank you for your consideration, and we look forward to hearing from you soon. Very truly yours, ## FLAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. ## /s/ Ethan T. Rundquist ## Ethan T. Rundquist ## Compensation and HR Analyst ## /s/ Brandon M. Fitzsimmons ## Brandon M. Fitzsimmons ## Shareholder Attorney iv ## TABLE OF CONTENTS STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS .................................................................................... 1 REFERENCES ................................................................................................................................. 7 PROJECT PLAN .............................................................................................................................. 8 PROPOSED TIMELINE ................................................................................................................ 10 OPTIONAL SERVICES ................................................................................................................. 12 COST PROPOSAL ....................................................................................................................... 14 1 ## STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS ## Description of Firm Through serving Minnesota local government entities since its establishment in 1992, Flaherty & Hood, P.A. understands public sector’s unique job classification, evaluation, compensation, and organizational needs. Over the years, we have provided labor relations, employment law, and human resource services to numerous public entities serving populations from 1,000 to 300,000. Flaherty & Hood, P.A. is a unique law firm that effectively integrates the disciplines of law, government relations, fiscal and human resources analysis, and communications to provide high- quality, timely and cost-effective services to our clients. We are committed to modeling diversity and inclusion and maintaining an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all. Flaherty & Hood, P.A. has 19 attorneys, 3 analysts, and 13 other professional staff who primarily provide legal, analytical, and legislative advocacy services for local governments. The firm’s labor, employment, and human resources practice area provides related legal, analytical, and representation services. Flaherty & Hood, P.A. is, therefore, uniquely positioned and has the comprehensive knowledge, experience, and tools to provide full service job classification and compensation analysis and implementation strategies for its clients. ## Job Classification and Compensation System Services With over 30 years in serving governments, Flaherty & Hood, P.A. understands public sector entities’ unique job classification and compensation needs and provides the following services: ## Job Analysis • Review job classification systems • Conduct incumbent and supervisor interviews • Prepare and analyze job questionnaires • Observe jobs • Draft and update job descriptions and determine FLSA status and ADA requirements ## Job Evaluation • Prepare comparisons of jobs to determine job worth using internal and external methods ## Compensation • Identify market entities and sources utilizing statistical analysis • Conduct market surveys and analyze market data • Draft classification and compensation systems • Establish pay structures and compensation packages • Provide training and user-friendly electronic tools to implement job classification systems ## Pay Equity • Review, analyze, and recommend changes to ensure legal compliance • Prepare any required pay equity report for the state and/or federal government ## • A dvise and provide representation in any contested matter involving legal compliance 2 ## Labor, Employment Law, and Human Resources Services Flaherty & Hood, P.A. also provides the following related labor, employment law, and human resources services to dozens of public entities: ## • Labor Law o Contract negotiations o Grievances o Mediations o Arbitrations o Unfair labor practices o Strikes o Labor agency proceedings ## • Employment Law o Representation and advocacy in state and federal courts, administrative, civil service, mediation, arbitration, and unemployment insurance hearings o Advice on hiring, performance improvement, legal claims, disciplinary matters, and reorganizing o Training seminars for supervisors and employees o Investigations o Legal compliance ## • Human Resources o Personnel policies and practices o Hiring and disciplinary processes o Performance appraisal systems o Organizational reviews addressing direction and alignment of an organization as a whole, individual departments, employees and the services they provide; workflow processes and organizational structure; workforce staffing, productivity, and retention; workplace environment; and communication, innovation, and collaboration. 3 ## CLIENT LIST Job Classification, Compensation, and Organizational Clients Flaherty & Hood, P.A. has performed, or is currently performing, classification, compensation, and organizational services for public entities that follow (in alphabetical order): ## • City of Albert Lea • City of Alexandria • City of Austin ## • Austin Utilities • City of Bagley • City of Barnesville ## • City of Blue Earth • City of Brainerd • City of Cloquet ## • Cook County (IL) State’s Attorney ## Office ## • City of Detroit Lakes • City of Dilworth • City of Goodview • City of Hibbing • City of Hudson ## • City of International Falls ## • City of La Crescent ## • City of Lake Elmo • City of Lewiston ## • City of Little Falls ## • Village of Los Lunas • City of Mapleton ## • Marshall Municipal Utilities • City of Melrose ## • Minnesota Valley Transit ## Authority • City of Moorhead ## • Moorhead Public Service ## • Mower County ## • City of New Hope ## • City of New Ulm • City of Oakdale • City of Oronoco ## • City of Park Rapids ## • City of Pelican Rapids • City of Perham • City of Plainview • City of Princeton • City of Pueblo ## • City of St. Charles ## • St. Cloud Area Planning Organization ## • City of St. Joseph • City of Stillwater ## • City of Two Harbors • City of Virginia • City of Wadena • City of Waseca ## • Washington County Development Agency • City of Wells • City of Windom • City of Winona • City of Winsted • City of Worthington 4 ## KEY PERSONNEL The following qualified and experienced Flaherty & Hood, P.A. personnel would provide classification and compensation services to the City of Becker who will be fully available, continuously working for the firm, and accessible promptly for the City within the timeline designated in the RFP. Ethan T. Rundquist is a Compensation and HR Analyst with the law firm of FLAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. Ethan compiles, analyzes, and communicates data for job analysis, job evaluation, market surveys, compensation, pay equity, and organizational structures. Ethan has a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Finance and Management from The College of Saint Scholastica. He is a member of Society ## for Human Resources Management, Twin Cities Compensation Network, and World at Work Compensation Institute. ## Work Experience ## F ## LAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. St. Paul, Minnesota ## Compensation and HR Analyst Compiles, analyzes, and communicates data for job analysis, job evaluation, market surveys, compensation, pay equity, and organizational structures. ## F ## RANDSEN BANK AND TRUST Arden Hills, Minnesota ## Records Management Specialist Entered data and prepared documents, spreadsheets, reports, and other materials; updated indexes and file data for legal and official documents; set up, optimized, and enforced consistent document management policies; maintained files and retrieved information from computer and manual filing systems; and filled out and stored transmittal logs for permanent records. ## T ## HE COLLEGE OF ST. SCHOLASTICA Duluth, Minnesota ## REIF Economic Research Project Collected information from business confidence surveys of businesses in the Duluth community; compiled data in Excel for REIF/regional economic forum; and presented via PowerPoint presentation. ## Education ## The College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, Minnesota ## Bachelor of Arts Degree in Finance and Management ## Certifications ## Google Data Analytics ## Microsoft Excel Training ## Professional Associations ## Twin Cities Compensation Network ## World at Work Compensation Institute Minnesota ## Society for Human Resources Management 5 Brandon M. Fitzsimmons is a shareholder attorney and head of the labor, employment law, and human resources practice of the law firm of F ## LAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. Brandon provides legal advice and representation services for public entities in labor relations, employment law, and human resources matters. Brandon has his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science with Distinction, cum laude, from Creighton University and his Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) from William Mitchell College of Law. Brandon is a member of the National and Minnesota Public Employer Labor Relations Associations, SHRM, and MSBA–Labor and Employment Law Section. ## Work Experience ## F ## LAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. St. Paul, Minnesota ## Shareholder and Associate and Senior Attorney Responsibilities include providing consultation, legal representation, and administrative agency representation for municipal clients before the District Court and state agencies, including the Minnesota Bureau of Mediation Services and Office of Administrative Hearings. ## H ## ONORABLE RENEE L. WORKE Waseca, Minnesota ## Judicial Clerk Researched, consulted, and wrote orders and memorandums for Chief Judge and other Third Judicial District judges in south central Minnesota. Ran conciliation court settlement conference hearings and facilitated settlement agreements. ## Education ## William Mitchell College of Law St. Paul, Minnesota ## Juris Doctor ## Creighton University Omaha, Nebraska ## B.A., Political Science with Distinction, cum laude ## Bar Admissions ## Minnesota ## Honors and Awards 2013 and 2014 Super Lawyers-Rising Stars ## Professional Associations ## National and Minnesota Public Employer Labor Relations Associations ## Society for Human Resources Management Labor and Employment Law, Public Law and Administrative Law Sections of the Minnesota ## State Bar Association 6 Cassandra Stein is a Data Analyst with the law firm Flaherty & Hood, P.A. Cassandra compiles, analyzes, and communicates data for job analysis, job evaluation, market surveys, compensation, pay equity, and organizational structures. Cassandra has an Associates of Applied Science degree in Paralegal Studies. ## Work Experience ## F ## LAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. St. Paul, Minnesota ## Data Analyst Compiles, analyzes, and communicates data for job analysis, job evaluation, market surveys, compensation, pay equity, and organizational structures. ## K ## OCH LOGISTICS St. Paul, Minnesota ## Billing Administrator Streamlined small package order entry and billing; audited and billed small package shipments and airfreight; wrote the Standard Operating Procedures for auditors and assisted other departments in developing their own. ## Education ## National American University Rapid City, South Dakota ## Associates of Applied Science Degree in Paralegal Studies ## National American University Burnsville, Minnesota ## Family Law Mediation Training ## Certification ## Microsoft Excel Training ## Professional Association ## Notary of Public ## Society for Human Resources Management ## Honors ## Graduated Summa Cum Laude 7 ## REFERENCES Flaherty & Hood, P.A. encourages you to contact the following local government officials that have implemented and are currently utilizing the compensation system being proposed or a similar system designed, developed, and implemented by Flaherty & Hood, P.A. ## Entity Services Performed Reference ## City of Princeton ## 705 N Second Street ## Princeton, MN 55371 ## Dates: Study in 2022 Update in 2026 ## Market Compensation Update, including: (1) position analysis and review of job descriptions; (2) position classification and job evaluation; (3) conducting salary survey; (4) compensation system/structure development; (5) compensation system testing for pay equity compliance; (6) preparation and presentation of final results and report; and (7) system implementation. ## Michele McPherson ## City Administrator 763-389-2040 mmcpherson@princetonmn.org ## City of Two Harbors ## 522 First Avenue ## Two Harbors, MN 55616 ## Date: Study in 2023 ## Job Classification and Compensation Study, including: (1) position analysis and review of job descriptions; (2) drafting of updated and new job descriptions; (3) position classification and job evaluation; (4) conducting salary survey; (5) compensation system/structure development; (6) compensation system testing for pay equity compliance; (7) preparation and presentation of final results and report; (8) system implementation; and (9) training on system maintenance and updating. ## Patty Nordean ## City Administrator 218-834-8806 pnordean@twoharborsmn.gov ## City of Goodview ## 4140 Fifth Street ## Goodview, MN 55987 ## Dates: Study in 2022 Update in 2025 ## Classification and Compensation Study, including: (1) position analysis and review of job descriptions; (2) position classification and job evaluation; (3) conducting salary survey; (4) compensation system/structure development; (5) compensation system testing for pay equity compliance; (6) preparation and presentation of final results and report; and (7) system implementation. ## Dan Matejka ## City Administrator 507-452-1630 dmatejka@goodviewmn.com 8 ## PROJECT PLAN ## Compensation Systems Flaherty & Hood fully understands the complexities public sector entities need to be aware of and address in their classification and compensation program. Flaherty & Hood, P.A. approaches related studies in an objective, methodical, and customized manner. ## Background An employer’s success depends on its employees’ performance. To recruit and retain a productive and reliable workforce, public sector entities need to sufficiently compensate employees. In establishing employee compensation, public sector entities must ensure that each job in the organization interrelate to each other so that the entity can: optimize achievement of the organization’s mission, goals, and objectives; determine the relative worth and appropriate pay rate, other pay, and benefits for jobs; and comply with pay equity laws. In order to achieve these objectives, employers need to establish job classification and compensation systems that appropriately value jobs within the organization. ## Job Classification Job classification involves the systematic study of jobs to determine which activities and responsibilities they include, the personal qualifications necessary for performance of the jobs, the conditions under which the work is performed, and each job’s relative importance and worth to other jobs internally and externally. Though Flaherty & Hood has developed and utilizes its own Flaherty & Hood Job Evaluation System for job classification purposes which consistently and equitably measure the skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions required of each job class, we are also able to utilize other systems that are in place if the organization has enough access to the system to fully evaluate a position. Flaherty & Hood, P.A. has reviewed, analyzed, and made recommendations related to the following job evaluation systems: Hay, Modified Princeton Evaluation System, MRA System, Springsted’s Systematic Analysis and Factor Evaluation (SAFE) System, State Job Match, and Decision Band Method (DBM). If The City of Becker decides to maintain their current job factor evaluation system, Flaherty & Hood, P.A. will be able to work with the City to evaluate its positions systematically and effectively. ## Compensation Compensation includes the wages and salary paid by employers to employees in exchange for work (a.k.a. base pay); variable pay in the form of short- and long-term incentives, such as promotions and pay increases; other pay, such as premium pay above regular wages and salary for doing additional work or working additional hours; and the monetary value of benefits. Compensation establishes the standard of living for employees and is the primary indication of the value the organization places on a position within the organization. A compensation system involves establishing how the organization manages compensating employees. In addition, employers must consider its total rewards. World at Work defines total rewards as: “All of the tools available to the employer that may be used to attract, motivate, and retain employees. Total rewards include everything the employee perceives to be of value resulting from the employment relationship.” These tools include work-life effectiveness, recognition, performance management, and talent development. Flaherty & Hood, P.A. facilitates an employer’s development of its total rewards through developing a policy, plan, and strategy for e stablishing and modifying, communicating, and implementing such rewards. 9 Flaherty & Hood, P.A. ensures that each organization’s classification and compensation system is: • Internally equitable among all classifications • Compatible with market conditions • Affordable and cost-effective • Legal, defensible, and compliant with pay equity • Understandable • Flexible • Appropriate for the employer • A tool for employee development ## Market Analysis Flaherty & Hood conducts market surveys to effectively collect and evaluate data from comparable market entities and sources. We developed and utilize a Cluster Analysis to identify comparable entities for public sector entities. The market survey includes determining factors for each benchmarked position. The data collected is reviewed and organized in a user-friendly spreadsheet. Job classifications with usable market pay rates are utilized in the regression analysis (i.e., statistical approach to show the relationship between two variables, in this case the market pay and job evaluation points). ## Communication Given our extensive experience with serving local government entities, we understand the importance of open and honest communication with management and staff regarding classification and compensation issues and will maintain the highest degree of professionalism while working with these groups. Flaherty & Hood will continually consult with management for the entire study. We encourage management to give input and ask questions throughout the process. At each step of the process, we will provide The City of Becker with draft documents, recommendations, and alternative actions to address the respective step, considering feedback from the City and best practices. After each step of the process is completed, management will be asked to approve the step before moving to the next step. We find this leads to a better incorporation of the organization’s classification and compensation philosophy. Flaherty & Hood will work with management to ensure that all classification and compensation system projects are completed at the highest quality and in a timely and cost-effective manner. 10 ## PROPOSED TIMELINE Flaherty & Hood, P.A.’s Compensation Study for The City of Becker will include the following services that include the necessary and reasonable discussions between the firm and the City to execute the services. Text in bold are deliverables. ## Base Services ## PROJECT PHASES ## Phase Description ## Timeline ## After Start ## A. ## Introduction and Project Orientation • Review the City’s current classification and compensation system, which includes: o Classification and compensation-related policies and plans and employment contracts o Job descriptions o Job evaluation system and ratings o Organizational chart o Compensation and structure o Pay equity-related reports • Meet with employees and leadership in-person for perspective on sustainable compensation program for the future • Draft communications to employees describing the study 0-2 ## Weeks ## B. ## Labor Market Criteria and Selection • Establish market entities and sources based on statistical analysis and Market Selection Questionnaire submitted to the City • Determine benchmark jobs to compare 2-4 ## Weeks ## C. ## Market Compensation Analysis • If surveying other entities, draft market survey for entities to complete and submit • Compile, review and analyze market compensation data for benchmarked job classifications from market survey sources, such as League of Minnesota Cities salary survey, including: o Wages: base pay, pay structure, longevity pay o Health insurance: employer contributions o Additional wage or benefit items for additional cost • Draft market comparison data spreadsheets in Excel and discuss with the City’s management 4-12 ## Weeks 11 ## PROJECT PHASES ## Phase Description ## Timeline ## After Start ## D. ## Compensation System Structure ## • Utilizing statistical analysis and Base Pay Development Questionnaire submitted to and completed by the City, analyze job evaluation ratings/points compared to external market survey data to develop basis on which to update or build pay structure, including addressing pay compression • Draft proposed modifications to pay structure and schedule that include pay ranges and movement within ranges, provide for meaningful compensation growth, and address compression • Draft other proposed Total Rewards and Compensation • Draft analysis of City-wide cost and individual employee wage impact of the proposed pay structure in Excel • Analyze any equity issues 10-12 ## Weeks ## E. ## System Implementation • Draft outline summarizing the best possible approach to coordinating the recommended pay plan with current plans, including timelines for implementation, and communicating it with employees and soliciting comments from project team 10-12 ## Weeks ## F. Final Report • Prepare an executive summary and final report describing the study results and implementation recommendations and provide to employees • Present findings and recommendations, including written and/or oral reports to the City Council and any designated employees, such as supervisors • Draft o Recommended revisions to policies, including updated or new policy to address modifications to or addition of job classifications o Compensation plan to clearly, effectively, consistently and efficiently manage compensation o Performance evaluation process, program, and form o How-to and execution guides and usable electronic spreadsheets for updating classification and compensation components 12-14 ## Weeks ## G. ## Pay Equity Compliance Testing • Prepare and provide to the City a complete pay equity report on proposed job points and pay to ensure pay equity compliance • Provide any submit required communications and reports to MMB 12-14 ## Weeks ## H. ## Training on System Maintenance and Updating • Conduct training for the City’s management on maintaining and updating job descriptions and adjusting the pay structure by utilizing the compensation plan, job evaluation and compensation how-to guides and electronic spreadsheets • Respond to inquiries by phone on maintenance and updating ## Post- Study 12 ## OPTIONAL SERVICES ## Additional Services for Study ## Service Total Cost ## Job Analysis • Distribute job analysis questionnaires to designated incumbent employees addressing the skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions of their position • Management reviews and comments on completed questionnaires • Review and analyze completed questionnaires and management comments $3,000 ## Interviews or Observation • Interview or observe employees in-field using position questionnaires for incumbent employees addressing the skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions of their position ## Billed Hourly or ## Discounted ## Lump Sum if ## Multiple ## Interviews ## Job Classification Evaluation • General o Using the City’s current or Flaherty & Hood’s Job Evaluation System, which is summarized in the Project Approach section of this proposal:  Define uniform compensable factors and subfactors  Establish points for factors and subfactors  Draft internal outline and external summary for the City on communicating and/or presenting in person proposed job evaluation system with/to employees and union(s) • Job specific o Establish and draft spreadsheet that systematically and objectively assigns points for each job using factors and subfactors o Management reviews, comments, and makes any necessary changes on job evaluation system and job specific points • Determine Fair Labor Standards Act exempt status of jobs $3,000 ## General Updates to Job Descriptions • Evaluate existing job descriptions to ensure they are current, accurate, and complete and provide written evaluation to management • Draft a uniform job description template and Job Description Drafting ## Guide • Analyze current job descriptions to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations pertaining to compensation standards, including but not limited to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and determine FLSA exempt status $1,000 13 ## Service Total Cost ## New Job Descriptions • Draft new job descriptions for all positions in new format $3,000 for all jobs or $200 per Job Description if not all jobs ## Job Classification Appeals • Draft process, forms, execution guide, and template responses for job classification reviews requested by employees • Provide verbal or written advice on individual appeal • Assist with drafting written response $1,500 ## Additional Market Data • Compile, review, and analyze organizational or market compensation data other than wages and health insurance $750 per category ## Variable Pay System • Establish supplemental variable pay system, such as performance pay, merit pay, and/or skills or competency pay $3,500 14 ## COST PROPOSAL ## Base Services The total costs for Base Services will be $8,500. Flaherty and Hood, P.A. proposes to bill the City of Becker 1/3 of the total cost for Base Services plus Optional Services at the start of the study, 1/3 after 8 weeks, and 1/3 upon completion of Phase G of Base Services. If the City approves this proposal, Flaherty and Hood, P.A. will submit a proposed contract for professional services to the City consistent with this proposal if desired by the City. Because Flaherty & Hood has dedicated its firm’s practice to serving the needs of cities throughout Minnesota, almost exclusively, we do not have conflicts of interest in providing these services to our municipal clients ## Additional Job Classifications or Same Job Classifications after Study is ## Complete ## Service Total Cost ## System Maintenance and Updating • Conduct market update and job evaluation for current or new job classifications through 2 years after Base Services completed (up to 30 job classifications) $4,000 ## Job Classification, Job Description, and Job Evaluation • Draft, review, and analyze position questionnaires for incumbent employee, if any, and management addressing the skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions of the position; draft new or updated job description; and establish internal rating after initial job classification rated and appropriate pay range $800 ## Job Evaluation • Establish points and provide analysis for job classification $350 ## Job Pay Analysis • Compile, review, and analyze internal and market compensation data, including wages and wage structure, for individual job classification and recommend appropriate pay $1,000 ## Additional Market Data • Compile, review, and analyze market compensation data other than wages, wage structure, and health insurance contributions $650 per category 15 ## Other Services Items in addition to those above or other labor relations, employment law, and human resources services are available to the City and will be billed at the reduced Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) hourly rates as follows billed in quarter-hour increments: ## First 25 Hours Over 25 Hours Attorney: $170 per hour $195 per hour Analyst: $145 per hour $155 per hour Legal Administrative: $95 per hour $105 per hour Law Clerk: $85 per hour $95 per hour Reasonable expenses incurred by Flaherty & Hood, P.A. in providing such services to the City of Becker will be billed as incurred on a monthly basis, including but not limited to, mileage and ½ of the hourly rates for travel. ## AGREEMENT FOR ## COMPENSATION STUDY SERVICES THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered by and between CITY OF BECKER, MINNESOTA, a municipal corporation (hereinafter “CITY”), and FLAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. (hereinafter “FIRM”). ## Recitals WHEREAS, CITY has a need for Compensation Study services; WHEREAS, FIRM submitted a quote to provide Compensation Study services to CITY; and WHEREAS, at a meeting of the CITY COUNCIL, the CITY COUNCIL determined that FIRM be engaged to perform Compensation Study services and directed that an agreement for such services be executed between FIRM and CITY. ## Terms NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants contained herein, the parties agree as follows: 1. APPOINTMENT: CITY appoints FIRM to perform Compensation Study services. 2. AUTHORIZED CITY CONTACT PERSONS: The City Administrator and/or their designee(s) shall be the primary contact person between CITY and FIRM to request Compensation Study services from FIRM. 3. COMPENSATION STUDY SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED. FIRM will provide Compensation Study services to CITY upon request of the City Administrator and as described in number 4 of this Agreement. ## 4. COMPENSATION, BILLING, AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES: 4.1. Rates. 4.1.1. Base Services. FIRM will bill and CITY will pay a total cost of $8,500 for Compensation Study services summarized as follows and detailed in FIRM’s proposal to CITY of April 20, 2026, which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety: ## Introduction and Project Orientation ## Market Compensation Analysis, including: ## • Base Wages ## • Health Insurance ## Agreement for Compensation Study Services Page 2 of 8 4.1.2 Add Additional Services for Study. FIRM can provide the following additional services city-wide if requested by CITY: ## Service Cost ## Job Analysis • Distribute job analysis questionnaires to designated incumbent employees addressing the skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions of their position • Management reviews and comments on completed questionnaires • Review and analyze completed questionnaires and management comments $3,000 ## Interviews or Observation • Interview or observe employees in-field using position questionnaires for incumbent employees addressing the skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions of their position ## Billed Hourly or ## Discounted ## Lump Sum if ## Multiple ## Interviews ## Job Classification Evaluation • General job evaluation process • Job specific classification process ## • Determine Fair Labor Standards Act exempt status of jobs $3,000 ## General Updates to Job Descriptions • Evaluate existing job descriptions • Draft a uniform job description template and Job ## Description Drafting Guide • Analyze current job descriptions to ensure compliance with Federal and State regulations $1,000 ## New Job Descriptions • Draft new job descriptions for all positions in new format $3,000 for all jobs or $200/description if not all jobs ## Compensation System Structure ## Final Report and Implementation ## Pay Equity Compliance Testing ## Training on System Maintenance and Updating ## Agreement for Compensation Study Services Page 3 of 8 ## Service Cost ## Job Classification Appeals • Draft a process, forms, execution guide, and template responses for job classification reviews requested by employees • Provide verbal or written advice on individual appeal • Assist with drafting written response $1,500 ## Additional Market Data • Compile, review, and analyze organizational or market compensation data other than wages and health insurance $750 per category ## Variable Pay System • Establish supplemental variable pay system, such as performance pay, merit pay, and/or skills or competency pay $3,500 4.1.3. Additional Job Classifications or Same Job Classifications after Study is Complete. FIRM can provide the following services after the study is complete if requested by City: ## Service ## Cost ## System Maintenance and Updating • Conduct market update and job evaluation for current or new job classifications through 2 years after Base Services completed (up to 30 job classifications) $4,000 ## Job Classification, Job Description, and Job Evaluation • Draft, review, and analyze position questionnaires for incumbent employee, if any, and management addressing the skill, effort, responsibility, and working conditions of the position; draft new or updated job description; and establish internal rating after initial job classification rated and appropriate pay range $800 ## Job Evaluation • Establish points and provide analysis for job classification $350 ## Agreement for Compensation Study Services Page 4 of 8 ## Service ## Cost ## Job Pay Analysis • Compile, review, and analyze internal and market compensation data, including wages and wage structure, for individual job classification and recommend appropriate pay $1,000 ## Additional Market Survey • Compile, review, and analyze market compensation data other than wages, wage structure, and health insurance contributions $650 per category 4.1.4. Other Services. Items in addition to those above or other labor relations, employment law, and human resources services are available to the CITY and will be billed at the reduced Coalition of Greater Minnesota Cities (CGMC) hourly rates as follows billed in quarter-hour increments: ## First 25 Hours Over 25 Hours Attorney: $170 per hour $195 per hour Analyst: $145 per hour $155 per hour Legal Administrative $95 per hour $105 per hour Law Clerk $85 per hour $95 per hour Reasonable expenses incurred by Flaherty & Hood, P.A. in providing such services to the City of Becker will be billed as incurred on a monthly basis, including but not limited to, mileage and ½ of the hourly rates for travel. 4.2. Billing Procedure. CITY shall pay FIRM for the services rendered by FIRM to CITY as follows: 1. For Base Services, Flaherty & Hood, P.A. will bill the CITY for one-third of the base services of the lump sum cost up-front, one-third 8 weeks after start of study based on satisfactory progress, and one-third upon completion of pay equity compliance testing. 2. For Additional Services For Study as part of the study following FIRM submitting bill. 3. For Additional Job Classifications or Same Job Classifications after Study is Complete or Other Services after completion of respective service following FIRM submitting bill CITY will pay the bill of FIRM within thirty (30) days or less of its receipt by CITY. ## Agreement for Compensation Study Services Page 5 of 8 4.3. Disputes. In the event that CITY disputes any aspect of FIRM’s bill, the CITY Administrator shall contact Brandon M. Fitzsimmons at FIRM stating the nature of the dispute. The parties pledge their mutual good faith in resolving any disputes. 4.4. Interest. Because CITY will be paying FIRM’s bills within thirty (30) days from their receipt, no interest will be charged. If CITY determines that it will be necessary to deviate from that payment schedule, then CITY will notify FIRM thereof. An interest rate of eight (8) percent per annum will be charged to CITY if CITY does not pay any bill of FIRM within thirty (30) days or less of its receipt by CITY with such arrangement subject to change as may be mutually agreed between the parties. 5. TERM AND TERMINATION: This Agreement shall commence following execution of the parties and shall continue in effect until such time as either party terminates this Agreement. This Agreement may be terminated by CITY at any time or by FIRM upon 60 days written notice. CITY shall pay FIRM for the work performed prior to the effective date of termination based upon the payment terms of this Agreement. 6. NOTICE: Any notices required under the provisions of this Agreement shall be in writing and sufficiently given if delivered in person or sent by U.S. mail, postage prepaid, as follows: 6.1. Notice to CITY shall be mailed or delivered to Greg Lerud, City ## Administrator, City of Becker, 12060 Sherburne Avenue, Becker, MN 55308. 6.2. Notice to FIRM shall be delivered to Brandon M. Fitzsimmons, Flaherty & Hood, P.A., 525 Park Street, Suite 470, St. Paul, MN 55103. 7. STATUS OF FIRM AS INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: FIRM shall be an independent contractor for all purposes and shall be entitled to no compensation other than the compensation provided for in this Agreement. No statement contained in this Agreement shall be construed so as to find FIRM to be an employee of CITY. FIRM shall not be entitled to any of the rights, privileges, or benefits of employees of CITY, including but not limited to, workers’ compensation, health/death benefits and indemnification for third-party personal injury/property damage claims. FIRM acknowledges and agrees that no withholding or deduction for state or federal income taxes, FICA, FUTA, or otherwise, will be made from the payments due FIRM and that it is FIRM’s sole obligation to comply with the applicable provisions of all federal and state tax laws. FIRM shall at all times be free to exercise initiative, judgment and discretion as to how to best perform or provide services identified herein. FIRM is responsible for hiring sufficient workers to perform the services/duties required by this Agreement, withholding their taxes, and paying all other employment tax obligations on their behalf. ## Agreement for Compensation Study Services Page 6 of 8 8. DATA PRACTICES: All data collected, created, received, maintained or disseminated for any purposes by the activities of FIRM because of this Agreement is governed by the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minnesota Statutes, Chapter 13, as amended, the Minnesota Rules implementing such act now in force or as adopted, as well as federal regulations on data privacy. This paragraph does not create a duty or any obligation on the part of FIRM to provide access to public data to the public for inspection or otherwise if the public data are available from CITY. 9. AUDITS: Pursuant to Minn. Stat. §§ 6.551 and 16C.05, subd. 5, FIRM agrees that CITY, the State Auditor, or any of their duly authorized representatives, may examine any books, records, documents and the accounting practices and procedures of FIRM. If either CITY or FIRM requests that the State Auditor conduct such an examination, then the requesting party is liable for the costs of the examination. 10. INDEMNIFICATION AND INSURANCE: FIRM agrees it will defend, indemnify and hold harmless CITY, its officers and employees against any and all liability, loss, costs, damages and expenses which CITY, its officers or employees may hereafter sustain, incur, or be required to pay arising out of FIRM’s negligence related to performance of this Agreement. FIRM further agrees that in order to protect itself as well as CITY under the indemnity provision set forth above, it will at all times during the term of this Agreement keep in force lawyers professional liability insurance with a coverage amount of not less than $1,000,000 per claim. CITY agrees it will defend, indemnify and hold harmless FIRM, its officers and employees against any and all liability, loss, costs, damages and expenses which FIRM, its officers or employees may hereafter sustain, incur, or be required to pay arising out of CITY’s negligence related to performance of this Agreement. Nothing herein shall be deemed a waiver by CITY of the limitations on liability set forth in Minnesota Statutes, Section 466.04, as amended from time to time, and CITY’s obligation to indemnify, hold harmless and defend FIRM shall be limited by the limitations on liability set forth in Minnesota Statutes, Section 466.04. FIRM and CITY specifically agree and acknowledge that the above described indemnification and hold harmless provisions shall survive the termination of this agreement. 11. USE OF ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATION DEVICES: FIRM is authorized to utilize email without encryption to transmit and receive confidential client information and to use cellular telephones and other wireless devices for the same purposes. CITY specifically acknowledges that it understands the confidentiality risks associated with inadvertent interception. 12. FORCE MAJEURE: Each party shall be excused from any breach of this Agreement which is proximately caused by war, strike, act of God or other similar circumstance normally deemed outside the control of well-managed businesses. 13. GOVERNING LAW: This Agreement is made pursuant to, and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. ## Agreement for Compensation Study Services Page 7 of 8 14. HEADINGS AND CAPTIONS: Headings and captions contained in this Agreement are for convenience only and are not intended to alter any of the provisions of this Agreement. 15. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement contains the entire Agreement for Compensation Study services between the parties hereto. No other agreement, statement, or promise made on or before the effective date of this Agreement will be binding on the parties. 16. MODIFICATION: Any modification of the provisions of this Agreement shall be reduced to writing and signed by the parties hereto. 17. SEVERABILITY IN EVENT OF PARTIAL INVALIDITY: If any provision of this Agreement is held in whole or in part to be unenforceable for any reason, the remainder of that provision and of the entire Agreement will be severable and remain in effect. 18. CITY APPROVAL: The City COUNCIL has approved FIRM’s fees and expenses to provide Compensation Study services for CITY during the term of this Agreement. The signing of this Agreement will be ministerial, and the FIRM is authorized to commence performing services following execution of this Agreement. 19. AGREEMENT NOT ASSIGNABLE. Except relating to conflicts of interest, the rights and obligations created by this Agreement may not be assigned by either party. 20. COUNTERPARTS. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts. Facsimile, photocopied or scanned signatures shall be considered as valid signatures as of the date thereof, although the original signature pages shall thereafter be appended to this Agreement. 21. WORK PRODUCTS. All records, information, materials and other work products prepared and developed in connection with the provision of services pursuant to this Agreement shall become the property of the CITY. ## Agreement for Compensation Study Services Page 8 of 8 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, CITY and FIRM have executed this Agreement and it is effective on the latest date affixed to the signatures hereto. ## CITY OF BECKER FLAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. ## By: By: ## Its Mayor Brandon M. Fitzsimmons ## Its Director ## By: ## Its City Administrator ## Date: Date: ## RESOLUTION 26-32 ## A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT ## FOR A COMPENSATION STUDY WITH FLAHERTY & HOOD, P.A. WHEREAS, the city conducted a comprehensive overhaul of the compensation system in 2022; and WHEREAS, a market analysis compensation study was to be conducted in 2026 to ensure the step system was still competitive; and WHEREAS, a Request for Proposals was issued via email and the League of Minnesota Cities website on March 24 to solicit proposals to conduct a compensation study; and WHEREAS, the city received twelve proposals by the deadline of April 20, 2026 and WHEREAS, the Personnel Committee recommended selection of Flaherty & Hood, PA and City Council approved of their selection; and NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Becker City Council hereby approves the agreement attached in the May 5, 2026 City Council meeting packet and authorizes the Mayor and City Administrator to sign said agreement with Flaherty & Hood, PA for the purpose of completing a compensation study. ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. _____________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk Resolution 26 -32 Page 2 Drafted by: ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk 12060 Sherburne Ave. ## Becker, MN 55308 ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of _______________, 2026 by ______________________________________________. ______________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement ## Agenda Item Description: Approving a Supplemental Letter Agreement (SLA) with SEH for the 2026 Street Improvements – Construction Phase Services. ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Public Services / Phil Knutson / pknutson@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4245 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: 1. Copy of the SLA 2. Resolution 26-31 ## Consent Agenda: Yes No X ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: ## On April 21 st , the Council awarded the bid for the 2026 Street Improvement Project. With the award, the project is moving toward startup later this month. While construction is in progress, the city typically contract with SEH for the construction phase engineering services for the project. These services include, but are not limited to construction administrative services, field representation and review, and staking/survey work as needed in the field. In essence, they provide assurance to the city that the contractors are working to the standards and guidelines as set forth in the contract. They are making sure we get what we pay for, and that the quality of work supports the investment. Since this work is outside of the master agreement in place with SEH, a supplemental letter agreement is used for the services. ## Board Commission / Committee Action: The overall project has been reviewed and supported by the PWC and the full council, this agreement specifically has not been reviewed by the committee. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: The total cost for the SLA is not to exceed $96,900, which is identified in our 2026 Streets CIP. ## Action(s) Requested: 1. A motion and second to adopt Resolution 26-31, a Resolution approving a Supplemental Letter Agreement with SEH for the 2026 Street Improvement Project – Construction Phase Services would be appreciated. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Greg Lerud Date: April 27, 2026 ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 1 City of Becker ## Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer (Rev. 05.29.25) ## Supplemental Letter Agreement In accordance with the Master Agreement for Professional Services between City of Becker (“Client”), and Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (“Consultant”), effective January 1, 2016, this Supplemental Letter Agreement dated April 14, 2026 authorizes and describes the scope, schedule, and payment conditions for Consultant’s work on the Project described as: 2026 Street Improvements – Construction Services. ## Client’s Authorized Representative: ## Phil Knutson ## Address: ## 12060 Sherburne Ave, Becker, Minnesota 55308 ## Telephone: 763.200.4245 ## Email: pknutson@ci.becker.mn.us ## Project Manager: ## Bryce Johnson ## Address: ## 2351 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 300, Sartell, Minnesota 56377 ## Telephone: 320.229.4381 ## Email: bnjohnson@sehinc.com Scope: The Services to be provided by Consultant: Our services will consist of providing Construction Services including Construction Administration, Resident Project Representative (RPR) services, and Construction Staking services for street and parking lot resurfacing, reconstruction, and new street construction improvements at the following locations and as outlined below: • Resurfacing parts of Evergreen Forest 2 nd and 3 rd ## Addition: ## o Martin Drive ## o Carol Drive (from Laura Circle to Abby Avenue) ## o Abby Avenue ## o Twyla Avenue ## • Surfacing parts of Avalon Estates Addition: ## o Birdie Lane ## o Fairway Lane ## • Resurfacing public Works Street Shop: ## o Parking Lot ## • Resurfacing parts of Rivers Edge Addition: ## o Pineview Drive (from Rolling Ridge Road to River Street) ## o Hillcrest Road ## • New Street Construction on parts of River Bend Addition: o New Construction to connect Jade Road and 35 th ## Avenue ## Task 1: Construction Administration Services • Assist Client in preparing construction agreement. • Conduct pre-construction conference at City Hall. • Prepare for the Client periodic project newsletters for Client’s distribution to property owners (up to 3). • Review Contractor shop drawing submittals (one time). • Make periodic site visits to observe the progress and quality of the executed work of the Contractor(s) and to determine, in general, if such work is proceeding in accordance with the Contract Documents (up to site visits estimated). • Prepare and review Contractor applications for payment (up to 4 payment applications estimated). • Prepare punch list at Substantial Completion. • Assemble record drawings based on the Contractor-collected field measurements. • Review and recommend contract closeout procedures. Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 2 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) ## Task 2: Resident Project Representative (RPR) Services • Provide full-time construction observation by a Resident Project Representative or Graduate Engineer for construction (324 hours included in budget). • RPR services will be provided in accordance with attached Exhibit B. ## Task 3: Construction Staking Services • Provide one set of finished aggregate base blue tops on 50-foot intervals. • Provide one set of pedestrian ramp finished grade cut/fill stakes at each location. • Provide one set of curb and gutter finished grade cut/fill stakes. • Provide one set of storm sewer offset cut/fill stakes. ## Assumptions: The following assumptions were made in preparing this proposal: • MnDOT or Sherburne County will not have permit authority or jurisdiction over the work. • The Contractor will field-establish a new street profile (centerline crown) following pavement reclaiming operations by utilizing the existing curb and gutter elevations. • Client will not be levying special assessments for the improvements (Chapter 429). • Contract administration and RPR services have been budgeted assuming the construction contract duration for construction operations does not exceed 50 Working Days. ## Additional Services: • Construction Administration and Resident Project Representative services beyond the project duration or labor hours budgeted above. • Preparation of GIS data and mapping services. ## Schedule: We will start our services promptly after receipt of your authorization. We estimate our services will be completed after 8 months. If there are delays in the Project beyond our control, the Client agrees to grant additional time to complete the services. ## Payment: The estimated fee is subject to a not-to-exceed amount of $96,900 including an estimated $6,156 for reimbursable expenses and equipment. The payment method, basis, frequency, and other special conditions are set forth in Exhibit A-1. Additional work, if required shall be compensated in accordance with the expenses and equipment rate schedule in effect at the time the Work is performed. Other Terms and Conditions: Other or additional terms contrary to the Master Agreement for Professional Services that apply solely to this project as specifically agreed to by signature of the Parties and set forth herein: None. ## Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. City of Becker By: [[DocuSignSignature_1]] By: [[DocuSignSignature_2]] ## Full Name: Randy Sabart Full Name: [[DocuSignFullName_2]] ## Title: Principal Title: [[DocuSignText_Signer2_Text1]] Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 3 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) ## Exhibit A-1 Payments to Consultant for Services and Expenses Using the Hourly Basis Option The Agreement for Professional Services is amended and supplemented to include the following agreement of the parties: ## A. Hourly Basis Option The Client and Consultant select the hourly basis for payment for services provided by Consultant. Consultant shall be compensated monthly. Monthly charges for services shall be based on Consultant’s current billing rates for applicable employees plus charges for expenses and equipment. Consultant will provide an estimate of the costs for services in this Agreement. It is agreed that after 90% of the estimated compensation has been earned and if it appears that completion of the services cannot be accomplished within the remaining 10% of the estimated compensation, Consultant will notify the Client and confer with representatives of the Client to determine the basis for completing the work. Compensation to Consultant based on the rates is conditioned on completion of the work within the effective period of the rates. Should the time required to complete the work be extended beyond this period, the rates shall be appropriately adjusted. ## B. Expenses The following items involve expenditures made by Consultant employees or professional consultants on behalf of the Client. Their costs are not included in the hourly charges made for services but instead are reimbursable expenses required in addition to hourly charges for services and shall be paid for as described in this Agreement: 1. Transportation and travel expenses. 2. Long distance services, dedicated data and communication services, teleconferences, Project Web sites, and extranets. 3. Lodging and meal expense connected with the Project. 4. Fees paid, in the name of the Client, for securing approval of authorities having jurisdiction over the Project. 5. Plots, Reports, plan and specification reproduction expenses. 6. Postage, handling and delivery. 7. Expense of overtime work requiring higher than regular rates, if authorized in advance by the Client. 8. Renderings, models, mock-ups, professional photography, and presentation materials requested by the Client. 9. All taxes levied on professional services and on reimbursable expenses. 10. Other special expenses required in connection with the Project. 11. The cost of special consultants or technical services as required. The cost of subconsultant services shall include actual expenditure plus 10% markup for the cost of administration and insurance. Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 4 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) The Client shall pay Consultant monthly for expenses. ## C. Equipment Utilization The utilization of specialized equipment, including automation equipment, is recognized as benefiting the Client. The Client, therefore, agrees to pay the cost for the use of such specialized equipment on the project. Consultant invoices to the Client will contain detailed information regarding the use of specialized equipment on the project and charges will be based on the standard rates for the equipment published by Consultant. The Client shall pay Consultant monthly for equipment utilization. Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 5 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) ## Exhibit B-1 A Listing of the Duties, Responsibilities and Limitations of Authority of the Resident Project ## Representative Through more extensive on site observations of the construction work in progress and field checks of materials and equipment by the Resident Project Representative (RPR), Consultant shall endeavor to provide further protection for Client against defects and deficiencies in the work of contractor (Work); but, the furnishing of such services will not make Consultant responsible for or give Consultant control over construction means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures or for safety precautions or programs, or responsibility for contractor’s failure to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. Contract Documents are the documents that govern or are pertinent to contractor’s Work including but not limited to the agreement between Client and contractor, the contractor’s bid, the bonds, construction plans, standard specifications, special provisions, field design changes, permits, manuals, addenda, clarifications, interpretations, change orders, and reviewed shop drawings. The duties and responsibilities of the RPR are further defined as follows: ## A. General RPR is an agent of the Consultant at the site, will act as directed by and under the supervision of Consultant, and will confer with Consultant’s project engineer regarding RPR’s actions. RPR’s dealings in matters pertaining to the on-site work shall in general be with Consultant’s project engineer and contractor assisting with keeping the Client informed as necessary. RPR’s dealings with subcontractors shall only be through or with the full knowledge and approval of contractor. RPR shall generally communicate with Client with the knowledge of and under the direction of Consultant’s project engineer. ## B. Duties and Responsibilities of RPR 1. Schedules: Review the proposed construction schedule, schedule of shop drawing submittals and schedule of values prepared by contractor; and consult with Consultant’s project engineer concerning acceptability. 2. Conferences and Meetings: Attend meetings with contractor, such as preconstruction conferences, progress meetings, project conferences and other project-related meetings, and prepare and circulate copies of minutes thereof. 3. Liaison: (a) Serve as Consultant’s liaison with contractor, working principally through contractor’s superintendent, and assist with understanding / communicating the intent of the Contract Documents; and assist in serving as Client’s liaison with contractor when contractor’s operations affect Client’s on site operations. (b) Assist in obtaining from Client additional information, when required for proper execution of the Work. ## 4. Shop Drawings and Samples: (a) Record date of receipt of shop drawings and submittals provided by the contractor and coordinate that review has been completed by appropriate team members. (b) Receive samples furnished at the site by contractor, and notify Consultant’s project engineer and Client of availability of samples to review. (c) Notify Consultant’s project engineer and contractor of the commencement of any Work requiring a shop drawing or sample if the submittal has not been reviewed for general conformance by Consultant. ## 5. Review of Work, Observations and Tests: Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 6 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) (a) Conduct on site observations of the Work in progress to determine if the Work is in general proceeding in accordance with the Contract Documents. (b) Regularly update the Consultant’s project engineer to keep them informed of issues and progress of the Work. (c) Notify the Consultant’s project engineer immediately of any unanticipated project conditions, any Work believed to be unsatisfactory or defective and does not conform to the Contract Documents, any unauthorized Work, or any non-conforming materials that are subject to rejection. (d) Coordinate with the project materials tester and/or testing consultant to schedule testing. Confirm compliance with project requirements and the project Schedule of Materials Controls. RPR shall confirm that test report records or certificates of compliance have been received prior to the incorporation of materials in the Work. (e) Review and monitor the contractor’s schedule for construction. (f) Confirm that the contractor is performing daily reviews of construction signing, detour signing, completing traffic control maintenance and is taking corrective actions in accordance with the Contract Documents. (g) Conduct or coordinate with others the completion of wage interviews in the field with individual contractor/subcontractor employees and properly file documentation in accordance with project requirements. (h) Perform reviews of temporary and permanent erosion control measures on the project and verify contractor is maintaining compliance with applicable permits and Contract Documents. (i) Determine if tests, equipment and systems start ups and operating and maintenance training are conducted in the presence of appropriate personnel, and that contractor maintains adequate records thereof; and observe, record and report to Consultant appropriate details relative to the test procedures and start ups. (j) Accompany visiting inspectors representing public or other agencies having jurisdiction over the Project, record the results of these inspections and report to Consultant’s project engineer. (k) If unsafe conditions are observed, notify the contractor immediately, and if unresolved, notify the Consultant’s project engineer and Client for determination of possible suspension of Work. 6. Interpretation of Contract Documents: Report to Consultant’s project engineer when clarifications, interpretations, and requests for information regarding the Contract Documents are requested by contractor and transmit to contractor clarifications and interpretations as issued by Consultant’s project engineer. 7. Modifications: (a) Convey contractor’s suggestions for modifications in construction plans and specifications to Consultant’s project engineer and assist with evaluation. Transmit to contractor decisions as issued by Consultant. (b) Assist with evaluation of proposed change orders and obtain change justification from contractor. Provide assistance with preparation of final documentation of change orders and field design changes. 8. Records / Reporting: (a) Measure and document project field quantities, maintain an up to date item record account, and enter quantities into the Project filing system in a timely manner. (b) Maintain orderly files of correspondence, reports of project conferences, shop drawings and samples, reproductions of original Contract Documents including all addenda, change orders, field design changes, Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 7 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) additional drawings issued subsequent to the execution of the construction contract, Consultant’s clarifications and interpretations of the Contract Documents, progress reports, and other related documents. (c) Keep a diary, recording contractor hours on the job site, weather conditions, data relative to questions of change orders, or changed conditions, list of job site visitors, daily activities, decisions, photos, observations in general, and specific observations in more detail as in the case of observing test procedures; and send copies to Consultant’s project engineer. (d) Document changes in the plans and field conditions for record plan preparation. (e) Record names, addresses and telephone numbers of all contractors, subcontractors and major suppliers of materials and equipment. (f) Furnish Consultant’s project engineer periodic reports of progress of the Work and of contractor’s compliance with the proposed construction schedule. (g) Prepare appropriate lists of observed items requiring completion or correction by the contractor. (h) Notify Consultant’s project engineer and Client immediately upon the occurrence of any accident. 9. Payment Requests: Review applications for payment for compliance with the established procedure for their submission and forward with recommendations to Consultant’s project engineer, noting particularly the relationship of the payment requested to the schedule of values, Work completed and specific pay requests for materials and equipment delivered to the site but not incorporated in the Work. 10. Certificates, Maintenance and Operation Manuals: During the course of the Work, verify that certificates, maintenance and operation manuals and other data required to be assembled and furnished by contractor are applicable to the items actually installed and in accordance with the Contract Documents, and have this material delivered to Consultant for review and forwarding to Client prior to final payment for the Work. 11. Completion: (a) Prepare final documentation of construction pay items, quantities, material certification and other requirements as per the plans, specifications, and special provisions. (b) Conduct final inspection in the company of Consultant’s project engineer, Client, and contractor and assist with preparation of a final list of items to be completed or corrected. (c) Observe that all items on final list have been completed or corrected and make recommendations to Consultant’s project engineer concerning acceptance. (d) Assist Consultant’s project engineer with preparation of record plans and documentation. ## C. Limitations of Authority ## Resident Project Representative: 1. Shall not authorize any deviation from the Contract Documents or substitution of materials or equipment, unless authorized by Client. 2. Shall not provide direction, superintendence, or guidance to the contractor, their crews, their subcontractors, or their suppliers on means and methods to accomplish the Work. Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 8 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) 3. Shall not suspend any portion of the Work without explicit Client authorization. 4. Shall not exceed limitations of Consultant’s authority as set forth in the Agreement for Professional Services. 5. Shall not undertake any of the responsibilities of contractor, subcontractors or contractor’s superintendent. 6. Shall not advise on, issue directions regarding or assume control over safety precautions and programs in connection with the Work. 7. Shall not accept shop drawing or sample submittals from anyone other than contractor. 8. Shall not authorize Client to occupy the Project in whole or in part. 9. Shall not participate in specialized tests or inspections conducted by others except as specifically authorized by Client. ## RESOLUTION 26-31 ## A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL LETTER AGREEMENT WITH ## SEH FOR THE 2026 STREET IMPROVEMENTS – CONSTRUCTION SERVICES WHEREAS, the City of Becker owns and maintains the roadways within the community; and WHEREAS, the City has made systematic improvements to the streets needed through its capital improvements plans; and WHEREAS, the Becker City Council approved the bid award for the 2026 Street Improvements and authorized the work for 2026; and WHEREAS, to ensure the contractors perform to the standards as identified in the contract, the city has their engineering firm provide construction phase services for the project; and WHEREAS, the scope of the work is outside of the Master Agreement for Professional Services currently in place between the City of Becker and SEH, requiring the need for the Supplemental Letter Agreement (SLA) for these services; and WHEREAS, the cost of the SLA is covered within the Streets CIP budget for 2026 improvements; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Becker City Council hereby authorizes staff to accept and execute the SLA with SEH for the 2026 Street Improvements – Construction Services in the amount not to exceed $96,900. ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. ________________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger Resolution 26-31 Page 2 of 2 ## Attest: _______________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of ______________, 2026 by _________________________________________. _____________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Drafted by: ## Phil Knutson, Public Services Director ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 ## Agenda Item Description: Approving a Supplemental Letter Agreement (SLA) with SEH for Road and Utility Improvements for ## LuAnn Drive ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Public Services / Phil Knutson / pknutson@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4245 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: 1. Copy of the SLA 2. Resolution 26-38 ## Consent Agenda: Yes No ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: In June of 2025, the city council authorized staff to apply for a Greater Minnesota Housing Infrastructure Grant for the purpose of extending LuAnn Drive from its current termination and connecting it to Edgewood Street. In October of 2025, the city was notified that they were awarded the grant, and council accepted the grant at their November 4 th , 2025, meeting. We are now looking to enter into an agreement with SEH to start the design work for the project. Conceptual designs have been put in place, but the SLA will take the project through final design to bid advertisement. With the interest of developing the surrounding properties, the SLA will take into account the concepts of the area impacts and build it into the final phase of LuAnn Drive. Since this work falls outside of the Master Agreement currently in place with SEH, the SLA is used. ## Board Commission / Committee Action: This has been reviewed and discussed at several council meetings and work sessions to get us to this point, with support given to continue to move the project forward. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: The grant covers 50% of the build, the cost of the design and engineering will come from future improvements and has been planned and socialized with the council and vetted through the Budget & Finance Committee. The SLA is proposed at cost not to exceed $68,000. ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Action(s) Requested: 1. A motion and second adopting Resolution 26-38, a Resolution approving a Supplemental Letter Agreement with SEH for the LuAnn Drive Improvements would be appreciated. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Greg Lerud Date: April 30, 2026 Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 1 City of Becker ## Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer (Rev. 05.29.25) ## Supplemental Letter Agreement In accordance with the Master Agreement for Professional Services between City of Becker (“Client”), and Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (“Consultant”), effective January 1, 2016, this Supplemental Letter Agreement dated April 16, 2026 authorizes and describes the scope, schedule, and payment conditions for Consultant’s work on the Project described as: 2026 LuAnn Drive Improvements. ## Client’s Authorized Representative: ## Phil Knutson ## Address: ## 12060 Sherburne Avenue, Becker, Minnesota 55308 ## Telephone: 763.200.4245 ## Email: pknutson@ci.becker.mn.us ## Project Manager: ## Bryce Johnson ## Address: ## 2351 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 300, Sartell, Minnesota 56377 ## Telephone: 320.229.4381 ## Email: bnjohnson@sehinc.com Scope: The Services to be provided by Consultant: Our services will consist of providing Final Design services including topographic survey, final design drawings and project manual, and bidding services for new street and municipal utility construction improvements at the following locations and as outlined below: • LuAnn Drive from Edgewood Street to the existing western limits of LuAnn Drive. ## Task 1: Topographic Survey • Establish a survey control network (vertical and horizontal) and/or utilize private development control. • Place a Gopher State One-Call utility locate request, and meet on-site as may be required, with the private utility locators. • Survey location of field-identified private and public utilities within the project corridor. • Survey ground surface and above-ground features within the corridor to create a design-accurate ground surface model suitable for creating 2-foot contours. ## Task 2: Final Design • Conduct preliminary utility coordination meeting with private utility owners. • Prepare construction drawings for construction of new municipal utilities and urban street for LuAnn Dr. • Construction drawings will include: o Cover sheet, standard construction details, typical street section sheet details, plan and profile sheets for sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer improvements(including drainage area and water quality calculations, stormwater basin sizing), cross section sheets for streets improvements, signage plans, ADA-compliant pedestrian ramp improvements where necessary, and erosion control and turf establishment requirements. o Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). • Prepare project manual with technical specification requirements for the design. • Prepare final Engineer’s Opinion of Probable Construction Cost. • Provide assistance with preparing and submitting regulatory agency permit applications. o Anticipated permits: MPCA NPDES permit, MDH Water Main Extension, MPCA Sanitary Sewer Extension. • Review Bidding Documents with Client staff. • Deliverables: Two paper copies of 11” x 17” drawings and project manual. Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 2 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) ## Task 3: Bidding Services • Prepare proposal form and notice to bidders. • Distribute plans via electronic and paper means to prospective bidders. • Answer pre-bid questions from bidders. • Attend bid opening at the City of Becker or conduct a virtual bid opening. • Review and tabulate bids received by the Client. ## Assumptions: The following assumptions were made in preparing this proposal: • Client will provide Consultant with any other studies, reports, plans, plats, electronic CAD files, or other data that may be of assistance. • Developer will provide a suitable geotechnical investigation. • Preparation of environmental documents (wetland delineation, reporting, mitigation plans/permits) will not be required. • Client will not be levying special assessments for the improvements (MN Chapter 429). • Client will be responsible for bid advertising costs and permit fees. ## Additional Services: • Preparation of legal descriptions and exhibits for land acquisition or easements. • Construction Phase services. ## Schedule: We will start our services promptly after receipt of your authorization. We estimate our services will be completed after 4 months. If there are delays in the Projects beyond our control, Client agrees to grant additional time to complete the services. ## Payment: The Final Design Services lump sum fee is $66,000 excluding expenses and equipment. Expenses and equipment charges are currently estimated at $1,867. The payment method, basis, frequency and other special conditions are set forth in attached Exhibit A-3. Additional work, if required, shall be compensated in accordance with the equipment and expenses rate schedule in effect at the time the Work is performed. Other Terms and Conditions: Other or additional terms contrary to the Master Agreement for Professional Services that apply solely to this project as specifically agreed to by signature of the Parties and set forth herein: None. ## Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. City of Becker By: [[DocuSignSignature_1]] By: [[DocuSignSignature_2]] Full Name: Randy Sabart Full Name: [[DocuSignFullName_2]] ## Title: Principal Title: [[DocuSignText_Signer2_Text1]] Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Letter Agreement - 3 City of Becker (Rev. 05.29.25) ## Exhibit A-3 Payments to Consultant for Services Using the Lump Sum Plus Expenses Option The Agreement for Professional Services is amended and supplemented to include the following agreement of the parties: ## A. Lump Sum Plus Expenses Option The Client and Consultant may select Lump Sum Plus Expenses for payment for services provided by Consultant. During the course of providing its services, Consultant shall be paid monthly based on Consultant’s estimate of the percentage of the work completed. The Lump Sum amount includes compensation for Consultant’s services and the services of Consultant’s Consultants, if any, for the agreed upon Scope of Work. Appropriate amounts have been incorporated in the initial Lump Sum to account for labor, overhead, and profit, The Client agrees to pay for other additional services, equipment, and expenses that may become necessary to complete Consultant’s services at their standard rates. ## B. Expenses The following items involve expenditures made by Consultant employees or professional consultants on behalf of the Client and shall be paid for as described in the Agreement and this Exhibit. 1. Transportation and travel expenses. 2. Long distance services, dedicated data and communication services, teleconferences, Project Web sites, and extranets. 3. Lodging and meal expense connected with the Project. 4. Fees paid, in the name of the Client, for securing approval of authorities having jurisdiction over the Project. 5. Plots, Reports, plan and specification reproduction expenses. 6. Postage, handling and delivery. 7. Expense of overtime work requiring higher than regular rates, if authorized in advance by the Client. 8. Renderings, models, mock-ups, professional photography, and presentation materials requested by the Client. 9. All taxes levied on professional services and on reimbursable expenses. 10. Other special expenses required in connection with the Project. 11. The cost of special consultants or technical services as required. The cost of subconsultant services shall include actual expenditure plus 10% markup for the cost of administration and insurance. ## C. Equipment Utilization The utilization of specialized equipment, including automation equipment, is recognized as benefiting the Client. The Client, therefore, agrees to pay the reasonable cost for the use of such specialized equipment on the project. Consultant invoices will contain detailed information regarding the use of specialized equipment on the project when it is to be reimbursed by the Client. Charges will be based on the standard rates for the equipment published by Consultant. ## RESOLUTION 26-38 ## A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL LETTER AGREEMENT WITH ## SEH FOR THE LUANN DRIVE INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS WHEREAS, the City of Becker owns and maintains the roadways within the community; and WHEREAS, the City has made systematic improvements and upgrades to the street system as needed; and WHEREAS, the Becker City Council was awarded and accepted a Greater Minnesota Housing Infrastructure Grant for the LuAnn Drive infrastructure extension; and WHEREAS, to get the project ready for bid status, SEH will provide engineer design services as described in the SLA; and WHEREAS, the scope of the work is outside of the Master Agreement for Professional Services currently in place between the City of Becker and SEH, requiring the need for the Supplemental Letter Agreement (SLA) for these services; and WHEREAS, the cost of the SLA is covered within the future improvement fund; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Becker City Council hereby authorizes staff to accept and execute the SLA with SEH for the LuAnn Drive Improvements in the amount not to exceed $68,000. ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. ________________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _______________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk Resolution 26-38 Page 2 of 2 ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of ______________, 2026 by ___________________________________________. _____________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Drafted by: ## Phil Knutson, Public Services Director ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 ## Agenda Item Description: Cart path replacement for Hole 10/11 at Pebble Creek Golf Club ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Public Services / Phil Knutson / pknutson@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4245 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: ## 1. Quote from Hansen Paving 2. Photo of road improvements and cart path location 3. Resolution 26-35 ## Consent Agenda: Yes No X ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: With the construction taking place on CSAH 23 and the improvements being made to the intersection of CSAH 23 and Edgewood Street, there is a need for the county to widen the road to make room for the additional lane extended further north. With the new shared use path being installed on the west side of 23, we have been working through the design with the county to move the roadway to the east. To allow for this and keep our patrons in a better position on the course, we are proposing to re-route the cart path that leads from #10 green to the tee boxes on #11. We are proposing to reclaim the full section of trail from the tee box on #11 south towards the parking lot so we can use the reclaim material as the base material for the new cart path. Reclaiming the existing trail will also get any of the existing pavement out of the construction limits for the county project. We would look to repave the remainder of the cart path next year when we finish up the overall cart path work on the Local 9. Hansen Paving has been the low bidder for three consecutive years for the course path improvements with several contractors declining to bid. Staff met with Hansen Paving, and they offered the quote supplied here and would do the work with the rest of the path work that has already been approved for this year. The supplied quote is in line with their previous bid for linear footage cost, slightly higher because of the increase in dirt and base prep work for the new path. This quote is good as long as the work is done while they are doing the other cart path improvements. It saves them on mobilization costs. ## Board Commission / Committee Action: This was reviewed and discussed at the April 28 th Golf Committee with support given to bring it to full council for consideration. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: The cost of the proposed work is $10,200. Because we are moving the cart path to accommodate the road improvements, I propose we use funds from Streets CIP. We do have funds in the Golf CIP that would cover this cost as well, if you looked to go that route. ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Action(s) Requested: 1. A motion and second adopting Resolution 26-35, a Resolution authorizing staff to contract with Hansen Paving for the new cart path on Holes 10/11 at Pebble Creek Golf Club would be appreciated. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Greg Lerud Date: April 30, 2026 ## Quote ## Date 4/20/2026 Estimate # 18297 ## Pebble Creek Golf Course ## 14000 Clubhouse Lane ## Becker, MN 55308 ## Customer Phone 507-430-3556 ## HANSON PAVING ## 3636 QUAIL RD NE ## SAUK RAPIDS, MN 56379 (320) 259-7874 ## Member Since 2007 By signing this quote you are accepting the payment terms (including any accrued finance charges) and agreeing to be personally liable for the obligations __________________________________________Signature & Date If you have any questions please contact Noah at 320-428-6195 ## **OWNER RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL SPRINKLER HEADS AND PRIVATE UTILITIES ## **NO BLACK DIRT, SEED, OR SOD INCLUDED ## **SOME JOBS MAY REQUIRE DRAINAGE CORRECTION INTO GRASS/LAWN AREA ## **CANNOT GUARANTEE COMPLETE DRAINAGE WITHOUT A 2% SLOPE ## **PERMITS NOT INCLUDED ## **NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE TO EXISTING ASPHALT/CONCRETE THAT WE MAY HAVE TO CROSS Quote good for 30 days ## HANSON PAVING ASPHALT WARRANTY 5 year warranty on major deterioration of asphalt 1 year warranty on spider cracking Within the first year it is possible for the asphalt to get relief cracks - these are not warrantied. Relief cracks may occur due to freezing during winter. Seal coat applications are not warrantied. **It can take up to 2 years for asphalt to fully cure hard **New asphalt may be parked on after 14 days but be careful on sunny days as the asphalt when curing will get soft . **Do NOT put tables and chairs on newly laid asphalt. **New asphalt may be driven ACROSS after 2 to 3 days but not parked on. ** After Seal Coat application wait 2 full days before using the driveway Cash, check, credit card accepted. Please note a 2% processing fee will be applied to any credit card transactions. ## DescriptionQtyCostTotal Approximately 1,018 linear feet Reclaim and grade 2,000.002,000.00 ## 10g/11t Cart Path 365' x 8.5' area Dig out sod and black dirt Move reclaim from other trail to use as base Pave 2" compacted new asphalt 8,200.008,200.00 ## RESOLUTION 26-35 ## A RESOLUTION ALLOWING STAFF TO CONTRACT WITH HANSEN PAVING ## FOR A NEW CART PATH ON HOLES 10&11 AT PEBBLE CREEK GOLF ## CLUB WHEREAS, the City of Becker owns and operates Pebble Creek Golf Club; and WHEREAS, the golf course has been improving the cart paths on the property; and WHEREAS, with the scheduled roadway improvements for Edgewood Street and CSAH 23, relocating a cart path will be needed and provide a safer route for its patrons; and WHEREAS, Hansen Paving was the lowest bidder for the approved cart path work for the course this year and provided a quote for this work in line with their existing bid; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Becker City Council hereby authorizes staff to contract with Hansen Paving for the new cart path on Hole 10&11 at Pebble Creek Golf Club for the quoted price of $10,200. ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. _____________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _____________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk Resolution 26-35 Page 2 ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of ______________, 2026 by __________________________________________. _____________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Drafted by: ## Phil Knutson, Public Services Director ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 ## Agenda Item Description: PUD Conditional Use Permit, Preliminary Plat, and Final Plat for Fossum Fields Third Addition ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Community Development / Austin Petersen / apetersen@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4260 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: ## 1. Exhibit A – Preliminary Plat ## 2. Exhibit B – Final Plat ## 3. Exhibit C - Civil Engineering Plans (Click here) 4. Resolutions 26- 36, 26-37, 26-40 ## Consent Agenda: Yes No X ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: The City of Becker received complete applications from Sherburne Land Company, LLC, the fee owner of the subject property, for a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Conditional Use Permit, Preliminary Plat, and concurrent Final Plat for a multi-phased, 52-lot single-family detached residential subdivision to be known as Fossum Fields Third Addition (see Exhibit A-C for submitted plat and civil drawings). The application was received on April 3, 2026 and deemed complete on April 7, 2026. The subject property consists of approximately 16.52 acres located at 153rd Avenue SE and 127th Street SE, legally described as Outlot A, Fossum Fields Second Addition, and Outlots C, D, F, and G of Fossum Fields, according to the recorded plats thereof, Sherburne County, Minnesota (PIDs: 60-00476-0030, 60-00476-0040, 60-00476- 0060, 60-00476-0070, 60-00489-0010). ## Figure 1.1 Location Map ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Development History The original Fossum Fields subdivision was approved by the Becker City Council under Resolution 2004- 94. Initial site grading, some storm ponding, and some underground utilities (sanitary sewer, water main, storm sewer) were constructed on the Fossum Fields Third properties in approximately 2005 in association with the first phases of the Fossum Fields development. The first and second additions to Fossum Fields were platted and developed, but the outlots that make up the Third Addition were never developed and the land has remained vacant. On March 1, 2022, the Becker City Council approved City Council Resolutions 22-11 and 22-12, granting preliminary and final plat approval for Fossum Fields Third Addition. That approval was for a 44-lot development processed under straight SFD zoning, without a PUD Conditional Use Permit. No Development Agreement was executed and the final plat was never recorded with Sherburne County within the required timeframe. The 2022 approvals have accordingly lapsed and are no longer in effect. The current 2026 application is a new, independent application subject to all City ordinances, standards, and fee schedules currently in effect. The prior approval history is provided for reference only. ## Key Issues • The 2026 applications propose 52 total lots, an increase of 8 lots over the lapsed 2022 approval of 44 lots. This increase is enabled in part by the PUD dimensional deviations requested, including reduced minimum lot width (65 ft. vs. 80 ft.) and smaller minimum lot area (7,800 sq. ft. vs. 10,890 sq. ft.). • The 2026 applications include a PUD Conditional Use Permit, which was not part of the 2022 approval. The PUD is required to accommodate the proposed dimensional deviations. The requested PUD standards are summarized in the table below. • The City Engineer has completed a preliminary review of the civil plans from Widseth and has noted concerns similar to those identified in the prior 2022 submittal. Written comments from the City Engineer will be provided to the applicant and must be addressed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Conditions have been added to the resolutions regarding required review and amendments of the plat and civil plan drawings. • Park dedication fees and any other applicable fees are subject to the current City fee schedule in effect at the time of final plat recording. A development agreement will be required to be executed with the city and all fees required under said agreement must be paid before any construction begins. The agreement will come before council at a later date for consideration. • The development is proposed in two phases. Phase 1 (2026) consists of 31 lots along 42nd Avenue SE on the west and south sides of the development. Phase 2 consists of the remaining 21 lots, estimated to follow two to five years after Phase 1. • Outlot A, as shown on the Plat, shall be dedicated to the City of Becker for drainage and stormwater management purposes. • Existing infrastructure from the original 2005 construction, including sanitary sewer stubs and water stubs, will need to be inspected and verified prior to new construction. Conditions have been added to ensure all existing utilities are identified and inspected. ## PUD Minimum Standards Proposed for Fossum Fields Third Addition: ## Zoning Standard SFD Standard PUD Proposed Lot Width (minimum) 80 feet 65 feet Lot Depth (minimum) 136 feet 120 feet Lot Area (min / max) 10,890 – 43,560 sq. ft. 7,800 – 19,000 sq. ft. Front Yard Setback 30 feet 30 feet Side Yard Setback 10 feet 10 ft. (home) / 5 ft. (garage) Side Yard – Corner 30 feet 30 feet Rear Yard Setback 30 feet 30 feet Figure 1.2 PUD Minimum Standards Proposed for Fossum Fields Third Addition ## Board Commission / Committee Action: At the April 27, 2026 Planning Commission meeting, a public hearing was held on all three applications. No public comments were received at the hearings. The Planning Commission recommended approval of: • Resolution PC 26-02 — PUD Conditional Use Permit for Fossum Fields Third Addition • Resolution PC 26-03 — Preliminary Plat for Fossum Fields Third Addition • Resolution PC 26-04 — Final Plat for Fossum Fields Third Addition ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: ## None ## Action(s) Requested: 1. Motion and a second approving Resolution 26-36 approving the PUD Conditional Use Permit for Fossum Fields Third Addition subject to the conditions of approval stated in the resolution text. 2. Motion and a second approving Resolution 26-37 approving the Preliminary Plat for Fossum Fields Third Addition subject to the conditions of approval stated in the resolution text. 3. Motion and a second approving Resolution 26-40 approving the Final Plat for Fossum Fields Third Addition subject to the conditions of approval stated in the resolution text. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Approved by: Jacob Sanders Date: 4/30/2026 ## OPAL STREET S.E. ## 42ND AVENUE S.E. ## 44TH AVENUE S.E. ## OAKLEY ## STREET S.E. 1028 1028 1028 1028 1028 1028 ## 258B ## 258B ## 258B ## D62A ## D62A 1223 1223 1223 1223 1223 ## 153RD AVENUE S.E. ## 127TH STREET S.E. ∆ ∆ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 2 3 ## Outlot A ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ## VICINITY MAP 239 32 ## SITE ## Exhibit A ## OPAL STREET S.E. ## 42ND AVENUE S.E. ## 44TH AVENUE S.E. ## OAKLEY ## STREET S.E. ## 153RD AVENUE S.E. ## 127TH STREET S.E. 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 1 2 ## Outlot A ## Outlot B ## Outlot C 12 ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ ∆ 13 ## VICINITY MAP 32 ## SITE ## Exhibit ## B ## RESOLUTION 26-36 ## A RESOLUTION APPROVING A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT ## CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR FOSSUM FIELDS THIRD ADDITION WHEREAS, Sherburne Land Company, LLC ("Applicant") has submitted a complete application for a Planned Unit Development Conditional Use Permit (PUD CUP) for property to be platted as Fossum Fields Third Addition, City of Becker, Sherburne County, Minnesota; and, WHEREAS, the subject property is legally described as: Outlot A, Fossum Fields Second Addition; and Outlots C, D, F, and G, Fossum Fields, according to the recorded plats thereof, Sherburne County, Minnesota (PIDs: 60-00476-0030,60-00476-0040, 60-00476-0060, 60- 00476-0070, 60-00489-0010); and, WHEREAS, on March 1, 2022 the Becker City Council approved Resolutions 22-11 and 22-12 granting preliminary and final plat approval for Fossum Fields Third Addition; however, those approvals have lapsed due to the failure to record the final plat within the required timeframe and are no longer in effect; and, WHEREAS, the 2026 application is a new, independent application subject to all City ordinances and standards currently in effect, and the prior 2022 approvals do not confer any vested rights upon the applicant; and, WHEREAS, in accordance with the Planned Unit Development (PUD) procedure requirements in the Unified Development Ordinance, rezoning of the property to a PUD is required to be completed simultaneously with the approval of the PUD. Code requires that district designation be “PUD” followed by the alphanumeric designation of the underlying zoning district. With SFD as the underlying zoning district, the development will be designated PUD – SFD; and, WHEREAS, the Applicant has submitted a PUD Narrative dated April 3, 2026, identifying requested deviations from standard SFD dimensional requirements; and, WHEREAS, the Applicant proposes a 52-lot single-family detached residential subdivision on approximately 16.52 acres, to be developed in two phases, with Phase 1 consisting of 31 lots and Phase 2 consisting of 21 lots; and, Resolution 26 -36 Page 2 WHEREAS, the proposed PUD deviations, including reduced minimum lot width, reduced minimum lot depth, and reduced minimum lot area, are what enable the proposed 52-lot count, representing an increase of 8 lots over the lapsed 2022 approval; and, WHEREAS, a public hearing was duly held on April 27, 2026 in the City Council Chambers, Becker City Hall, 12060 Sherburne Ave, Becker, MN 55308, at which time all parties were given the opportunity to be heard; and, WHEREAS, notice of the time, date, place, and purpose of the aforementioned hearing was duly given as required by statute; and, WHEREAS, the Becker Planning Commission recommended approval of the PUD CUP via Resolution PC 26-02 on April 27, 2026; and, WHEREAS, the Becker City Council finds that the proposed PUD is consistent with the City of Becker Comprehensive Plan, is compatible with surrounding land uses, and that the requested dimensional deviations are reasonable and consistent with comparable residential PUD approvals previously granted by the City; In considering this application, the Becker City Council makes the following findings of fact pursuant to Article I, Sec. 1.13 of the City of Becker Unified Development Ordinance: (A) Relationship to the City's Comprehensive Plan. The proposed PUD is consistent with the City of Becker's Comprehensive Plan, which designates this area for low-density residential development. (B) The geographical area involved. The proposed PUD is appropriate for the geographical area, which consists of existing residential development on three sides with unplatted agricultural land to the east that is also zoned Single-Family Detached (SFD). (C) The character of the surrounding area. The proposed single-family detached residential PUD will not alter the character of the surrounding area, which is residential in nature. (D) The availability and design capacities of existing or proposed utilities. The subject property will be served by municipal water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater systems as conditions, reviewed, and approved by the City Engineer and City Staff. (E) Whether the request will tend to or actually depreciate the surrounding area. The proposed PUD will not depreciate surrounding area values. Single-family detached residential development is consistent with and complementary to the surrounding neighborhood. (F) Whether the request will place an undue financial burden on the City. The City and Developer will enter into a Development Agreement to ensure the City will not face undue financial burden. This agreement will be required to be approved by City Council. (G) Whether the request will impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property. The proposed single-family residential PUD will not impair adequate supplies of light and air to adjacent properties. Setback requirements are maintained at SFD standards on all but side yards. Resolution 26 -36 Page 3 (H) Whether the request will unreasonably increase the congestion in the public right-of- way. Traffic generated will be consistent with single-family residential development. Access is provided via multiple existing public streets. (I) Whether the request will increase the danger of fire or endanger the public safety. The development will be served by municipal water and fire hydrants as required by the City Engineer and Public Works. As conditioned, the PUD will not increase the danger of fire or endanger public safety. (J) Whether the request is consistent with the spirit and intent of this Article. The proposed PUD is consistent with the spirit and intent of the City of Becker Unified Development Ordinance, providing flexible residential development standards while maintaining the residential character of the area. The Becker City Council further makes the following findings pursuant to the Standards for Findings for Conditional Use Permits required under Subsec. 1.11.5(I)(d) of the City of Becker ## Unified Development Ordinance: (1) That the conditional use will not be injurious to the use and enjoyment of other property in the immediate vicinity for the purposes already permitted. The proposed single-family detached residential PUD is consistent with the existing residential character of the surrounding Fossum Fields development and will not be injurious to adjacent properties. (2) That the establishment of the conditional use will not impede the normal and orderly development and improvement of surrounding vacant property for predominant uses in the area. The proposed PUD continues the established residential development pattern in this area and will not impede orderly development of surrounding properties. (3) That adequate utilities, access roads, drainage, and other necessary facilities have been or are being provided. Municipal water, sanitary sewer, public streets, and stormwater management facilities are provided as shown on the approved civil plans and stormwater management report. Conditions added to the PUD and the plat resolutions ensure that submitted civil plans are reviewed and approved by the City Engineer and City Staff and that any necessary revisions requested to said plans will be incorporated prior to construction. (4) That adequate measures have been or will be taken to provide sufficient off-street parking and loading space to serve the proposed use. Each single-family residential lot will provide off-street parking via individual driveways and garages in conformance with City Code. (5) That adequate measures have been or will be taken to prevent or control offensive odor, fumes, dust, noise, and vibration, so that none of these will constitute a nuisance, and to control lighted signs and other lights in a manner that no disturbance to neighboring properties will result. The proposed single-family residential use does not generate offensive odors, fumes, dust, noise, or vibration beyond that typical of residential development. Street lighting will be fully shielded to minimize light pollution. (6) That proper facilities are provided which would eliminate any traffic congestion or traffic hazard that may result from the proposed use. Access is provided via 42nd Avenue SE, 44th Avenue SE, 153rd Avenue SE, and 127th Street SE. Traffic generated is consistent with single-family residential development and will not create congestion or traffic hazards. Resolution 26 -36 Page 4 (7) The demonstrated need for the proposed use. The City of Becker has identified a need for additional single-family detached housing inventory. The PUD provides 52 new single- family lots to address this need consistent with the City's housing goals. (8) The proposed use is in compliance with the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan adopted by the City Council. The Future Land Use designation for this area is low-density residential. The proposed single-family detached PUD is consistent with this designation. (9) The use does not result in adverse effects on public health, safety, and welfare nor does it create additional pollution potential for ground and surface waters. The development includes a stormwater management system designed to manage surface water runoff. No adverse effects on public health, safety, welfare, or water quality are anticipated. The Becker City Council further makes the following findings pursuant to the PUD Review and Evaluation criteria required under Subsec. 1.11.5(D)(4) of the City of Becker Unified ## Development Ordinance: (1) The interior circulation plan, including access from and onto public rights-of-way, does not create congestion and is adequate for the safety of the residents and the public. The proposed street layout provides adequate internal circulation with multiple access points onto existing public streets. (2) A sufficient amount of parkland is publicly dedicated, or appropriate fee in-lieu in accordance with Article III, Sec. 3.3 is submitted. Park dedication will be satisfied pursuant to the City of Becker fee schedule in effect at the time of final plat recording, as required by the Development Agreement. (3) Sufficient usable open space is provided for residents. Stormwater outlots and drainage areas within the development provide open space for residents consistent with the requirements of this section. (4) The arrangement of buildings, structures, and accessory uses does not unreasonably disturb the privacy of the surrounding area. Individual single-family lots with standard setbacks will not unreasonably disturb the privacy of surrounding properties. (5) The architectural design of the project is generally compatible with the surrounding area. The proposed single-family homes will be constructed to the same standards and materials as homes in previous phases of Fossum Fields and adjacent developments, as represented in the PUD Narrative dated April 3, 2026. (6) The drainage and utility system plans are sufficient to provide adequate services to properties in the development and meet relevant standards as determined by review and approval of said plans by the City Engineer and Public Works Department. The development shall be constructed in conformance with the Fossum Fields Civil Set and Stormwater Management Report. The City Engineer has completed a preliminary review and has noted concerns similar to those identified in the prior 2022 submittal. Written comments from the City Engineer and City Staff will be provided to the applicant and must be addressed to the satisfaction of the City Staff and City Engineer prior to recording. (7) The development schedule ensures development of the site will protect the public interest. The two-phase development schedule, with Phase 1 consisting of 31 lots and Phase 2 Resolution 26 -36 Page 5 consisting of 21 lots, is clearly identified in the PUD Narrative and on the preliminary plat, and is structured to protect the public interest. (8) Principal and accessory uses and requirements are in compliance with the regulations in this section and other applicable zoning district provisions in which the development is intended. The proposed single-family detached residential use is a permitted use in the SFD underlying zoning district and complies with all applicable regulations except as expressly modified by this PUD. (9) The Becker City Council finds that the design of the PUD and the proposed structures can meet all required findings and will not be detrimental to the City in any way. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that based on the findings of fact required in the City of Becker Unified Development Ordinance, as detailed above, the Becker City Council hereby approves Planned Unit Development Conditional Use Permit for Fossum Fields Third Addition, with the PUD Minimum Standards, set forth below, pursuant to Article III, Sec. 3.9, and the following conditions: ## PUD Minimum Standards for Fossum Fields Third Addition: The following dimensional deviations from SFD zoning standards are hereby approved for Fossum Fields Third Addition pursuant to Article III, Sec. 3.9 of the City of Becker Unified ## Development Ordinance: 1. Minimum lot width: 65 feet (SFD standard: 80 feet) 2. Minimum lot depth: 120 feet (SFD standard: 136 feet) 3. Minimum lot area: 7,800 sq. ft.; maximum lot area: 19,000 sq. ft. (SFD standard: 10,890 – 43,560 sq. ft.) 4. Side yard setback: 10 feet for the principal structure, 5 feet for an attached or detached garage (SFD standard: 10 feet) 5. Front yard setback: 30 feet (no deviation from SFD standard) 6. Corner side yard setback (adjacent to street): 30 feet (no deviation from SFD standard) 7. Rear yard setback: 30 feet (no deviation from SFD standard) 1. Future projects in the plat must be developed in accordance with all applicable and required state laws, uniform building codes, fire codes, and City codes. 2. The PUD must be developed in accordance with all zoning, development, and design requirements of the City of Becker Unified Development Ordinance, except as expressly modified by this PUD. 3. No work shall commence on properties within the PUD boundaries until all necessary City, State, and Federal permits and approvals are obtained, development agreements executed, and the final plat(s) are recorded. 4. Civil engineering plans, including grading plans, for any future project on the site must be submitted to, reviewed by, and approved by City Staff and the City Engineer before any building permits are issued. Any necessary revisions requested to said plans must be incorporated and approved by the City Engineer and City Staff prior to construction. Resolution 26 -36 Page 6 5. The development shall be constructed in conformance with the Fossum Fields Third Addition Civil Set and Stormwater Management Report as reviewed and approved by City Staff and the City Engineer. 6. All lots shall be served by municipal water and sanitary sewer. No on-site septic or private well systems are permitted. 7. Nothing shall be constructed on the PUD site except in conformance with this PUD, approved plans and plats, and the City of Becker Unified Development Ordinance. 8. The City Attorney may make any adjustments to said resolution as to form. 9. The Official Zoning Map of the City of Becker shall be amended to label the zoning district for parcels within the PUD as PUD-SFD. ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. _____________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _____________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of _______________, 2026 by _____________________________________________________. ______________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Resolution 26 -36 Page 7 Drafted by: ## Austin Petersen, Associate Planner ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 ## RESOLUTION 26- 37 ## A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE PRELIMINARY PLAT ## FOR FOSSUM FIELDS THIRD ADDITION WHEREAS, Sherburne Land Company, LLC ("Applicant"), the fee owner of the subject property, has made application for a preliminary plat for a subdivision to be known as Fossum ## Fields Third Addition; and, WHEREAS, the subject property is legally described as: Outlot A, Fossum Fields Second Addition; and Outlots C, D, F, and G, Fossum Fields, according to the recorded plats thereof, ## Sherburne County, Minnesota WHEREAS, the subject Property is currently zoned Single-Family Detached (SFD) and guided for low-density residential development under the City of Becker Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, on March 1, 2022 the Becker City Council approved Resolutions 22-11 and 22-12 granting preliminary and final plat approval for Fossum Fields Third Addition; however, those approvals have lapsed due to the failure to record the final plat within the required timeframe and are no longer in effect; and, WHEREAS, the current application is a new, independent application subject to all City ordinances and standards currently in effect; and, WHEREAS, the Applicant has submitted all application materials in accordance with all requirements under the City of Becker Unified Development Ordinance and Minnesota Statutes 462; and, WHEREAS, the Preliminary Plat of Fossum Fields Third Addition, proposes 52 single-family detached lots on approximately 16.52 acres, together with public streets, drainage and utility easements, and stormwater outlots; and, Resolution 26 -37 Page 2 WHEREAS, the proposed 52-lot count represents an increase of 8 lots over the lapsed 2022 approval, enabled by the PUD dimensional deviations recommended for approval under Resolution PC 26-02; and, WHEREAS, a public hearing was duly held on April 27, 2026 in the City Council Chambers, Becker City Hall, 12060 Sherburne Ave, Becker, MN 55308, at which time all parties were given the opportunity to be heard; and, WHEREAS, notice of the time, date, place, and purpose of the aforementioned hearing was duly given as required by statute; and, WHEREAS, the Becker City Council has reviewed the preliminary plat request; and, WHEREAS, the City of Becker City Council finds that the Plat and resulting lots, as conditioned herein, are in accordance with established findings in Article I Zoning, Section 1.13 of the Unified Development Ordinance which findings are that the Plat: ● Is consistent with the City of Becker Comprehensive Plan. The subject property is guided for low-density residential development. The proposed 52-lot single-family detached subdivision is consistent with this designation. ● Is compatible with the geographical area involved. The subject property is surrounded by existing residential development on three sides with unplatted agricultural land to the east. The proposed subdivision is appropriate for this geographical area. ● Is compatible with the character of the surrounding area. As conditioned, the proposed single-family detached residential subdivision will not alter the character of the surrounding area, which is residential in nature. ● Provides adequate access to existing or proposed municipal utilities with sufficient capacity for the intended use. The subject property will be served by municipal water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater systems as reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. ● Will not tend to or actually depreciate the surrounding area. This is a single-family development that is similar to the existing development to the north of the site. It is not anticipated that the development will depreciate the surrounding area. ● Will not impose an undue financial burden on the City of Becker. The City and Developer will enter into a Development Agreement to ensure the City will not face undue financial burden. All utilities, parkland dedication fees, public utilities, road construction, private utility stubs, driveway aprons, sidewalks, ten (10’) foot bituminous trail, lighting, mailboxes, site grading and erosion control, and SAC/WAC fees are all being paid for by the developer. All fees paid will ensure that that City is able to maintain it’s sewer, water and utility infrastructure now and in the future. The road, curb and gutter, and other improvement installations must be approved by the City Engineer, per the Development Agreement, prior to said improvements being dedicated to the City. ● Will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property. The proposed single-family residential subdivision will not impair adequate supplies of light and air to adjacent properties. Resolution 26 -37 Page 3 ● Will not unreasonably increase the congestion in the public right-of-way. Traffic generated will be consistent with single-family residential development. Access is provided via multiple existing public streets. The City Engineer noted that there would only be room enough for one-sided street parking. ● Will not increase the danger of fire or endanger the public safety. As conditioned, the development will be served by municipal water and fire hydrants as required. ● The request is consistent with the spirit and intent of Article I. The proposed subdivision meets the intent of the Unified Development Ordinance by meeting all applicable standards and complying with land use zoning, except as expressly modified by the PUD approved in Resolution 26-36. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Becker City Council hereby adopts the following Findings of Fact, as required by UDO Article I Zoning, Section 1.13: ● The Plat, as conditioned herein, is consistent with the construction standards, design standards, and other requirements set forth by the City's Unified Development Ordinance. ● The physical characteristics of the site, and area surrounding the site, including but not limited to topography, erosion, flooding potential, soil limitations, and overall suitability for the type of development or use proposed. A soil investigation completed in December 2021 confirmed the soils are suitable for residential development. The site is not within a shoreland district or flood plain district. As conditioned, the Plat will meet this finding. ● The proposed development is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The Future Land Use designation for this area is low-density residential. The proposed 52-lot single-family detached subdivision is consistent with this designation. ● The City will not face unnecessary interrupted use of public roadways, facilities, or property for an unspecified amount of time due to development the City is not ready for. Any interruption to roadways or facilities will be handled through proper channels including right-of-way permits and building permits, as conditioned in this resolution. The Development Agreement will include requirements for traffic control to ensure that any interruptions in public roadways are mitigated appropriately and safely. ● The subdivision will not prohibit the orderly growth of the surrounding areas or the City as a whole. The property is currently undeveloped and this proposal will promote orderly growth of a planned residential area anticipated since the original Fossum Fields plat. ● The Plat will be developed per the construction and development standards that have been set within the City. As conditioned, all plans are required to be reviewed and approved by City Staff and the City Engineer to ensure that development standards are being met prior to recording of the final plat. ● The subdivision will not create a negative fiscal or environmental impact upon the City. The proposed subdivision will not create a negative fiscal or environmental impact upon the City. ● The City will not face undue financial hardship due to the development in question. The proposed subdivision will not create a negative fiscal impact upon the City. Resolution 26 -37 Page 4 NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Becker City Council, based on the findings put forth in this resolution, hereby recommends approval of the preliminary plat request for Fossum Fields Third Addition subject to the following conditions: 1. No work shall commence on properties within the Plat until all necessary City, State, and Federal permits and approvals are obtained. 2. To ensure safe access to and throughout the preliminary plat, including parking and circulation, any required improvements as requested by City Staff, including the City Engineer, must be completed. 3. All comments and conditions of the City Engineer must be addressed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer prior to recording of the final plat. 4. All required easements and rights-of-way shall be dedicated as shown on the Plat. 5. The final plat must be recorded within one (1) year of the date of its approval by City Council. If the final plat is not recorded within one (1) year of the date of its approval, a new preliminary and final plat shall be required. 6. Sanitary sewer stubs must be exposed and caps on the unused stubs must be inspected and replaced, if necessary. Indication of all existing utilities, sewer and water stubs, within the development, must be indicated on a Civil Plan Set submitted by a currently licensed Engineer within the State of Minnesota. 7. Six (6) foot sidewalk must be installed along one side of all streets running throughout the development. 8. Based on the original submitted preliminary plat, submitted and approved under Resolution 2004-94, a ten (10’) foot bituminous trail must be installed by the Developer around the perimeter of the development adjacent to 153 rd Ave SE and 127 th ## Street SE on the western and southern boundaries of the plat. Said trail must be installed during the first phase of the development. A portion of said trail will be required to be installed across Outlot E of Fossum Fields when either of the following occur: ○ Development to the east of Fossum Fields Third, and subsequent phases, occurs. ○ When the City determines a turn lane is necessary on 127 th Street SE. 9. All drainage systems that will adequately take care of the surface water runoff within the preliminary plat boundaries must be provided including storm sewers, drain inlets, manholes, culverts, and other structures and easements, as recommended and approved by the City Engineer. 10. Any required changes as noted by City Staff and the City Engineer must be incorporated into the preliminary plat drawings prior to recording of the final plat at Sherburne County. 11. To ensure adequate road facilities for the residents within the development, the developer is required to construct to urban standards all roads within Rights of Way as indicated on the preliminary plat and Civil Plan Sets as revised and approved by the Zoning Administrator and Engineer. Timing of installation of the roads must be addressed in the required Development Agreement. Resolution 26 -37 Page 5 12. Civil engineering plans, including site plans / grading plans, and any changes requested by City Staff and the City Engineer to said plans, for any future project occurring within the preliminary plat boundaries must be submitted to, reviewed and approved by City Staff and City Engineer before any building permits are issued. 13. The developer of the plat must sign a Development Agreement with the City and remit all securities required by said agreement and law. The Development Agreement must be executed prior to the beginning of construction and recording of the final plat. Development Agreement approval is contingent on final review and approval by the Zoning Administrator, City Engineer, and City Attorney. 14. Park dedication fees and any other applicable fees shall be calculated pursuant to the City of Becker fee schedule in effect at the time of final plat recording. These must be paid at time of Development Agreement execution and before recording of the final plat. 15. A vegetated buffer must be installed along the perimeter of the development adjacent to the 127th Street SE Right of Way. Said buffer must be approved by the Zoning Administrator and City Engineer prior to installation. Maintenance of said buffer shall be the responsibility of each property owner that abuts the Right of Way where said buffer is installed. All planting material must be maintained in its natural and proper state according to accepted landscaping and horticultural practices. Determination that the buffer is not being maintained is at the discretion of the City. If the City finds that maintenance is not occurring or that accepted landscaping and horticultural practices are not being properly followed the City shall notify the property owner of their responsibilities to maintain said buffer. In the same event, the City will fix any issues, including but not limited to pruning, replacement, and removal of debris, that arise from lack of maintenance and adherence to accepted landscaping and horticultural practices and will bill all costs back to said property owners. If payment is not made to the City for all costs incurred by the City within sixty (60) days of the date of the invoice, the amount will be assessed against the property and said assessment will be recorded against title at Sherburne County. The Developer must provide the buyers of Lot 12, Lot 13, Lot 14, Lot 15, Lot 16, Lot 17, and Lot 18, of Block 2 of Fossum Fields Third Addition a copy of Resolution 26-37, Resolution 26-40 and the executed Development Agreement highlighting said buyer’s responsibilities of maintaining said vegetated buffer. 16. A street lighting and mailbox plan must be submitted to the City and approved by the Zoning Administrator and City Engineer. 17. All street lighting must be fully shielded to minimize light pollution. 18. All mailbox locations must be installed to required local, state, and federal regulations and must be approved by the local Postmaster and City of Becker Public Works Department. 19. All homes to be built must be of varied styles including, but not limited to, split-level homes. All homes to be built must include architectural features, including, but not limited to, porches and varied exterior materials, including, but not limited to, stone, brick, and shakes. 20. All final building garage elevations must be at least 18 inches above the finished street grades in front of each lot unless the lot elevation is significantly lower than the street Resolution 26 -37 Page 6 grade AND drainage for the lot can be accomplished in another fashion which is acceptable to the City Engineer and the building official. 21. Low maintenance monument signage must be installed at the main entrance to the subdivision on 153 rd Avenue SE. The sign and landscaping must be approved by the Zoning Administrator and City Engineer. Maintenance of said monument signage is responsibility of the property owner of Lot 1, Block 2 of Fossum Fields Third Addition. Said sign must be maintained in good repair in perpetuity. Determination that the sign is not being maintained is at the discretion of the City. If the City finds that maintenance is not occurring the City shall notify the property owner of their responsibilities to maintain said signage. In the same event, the City will fix any issues, including but not limited to replacement or materials, and removal of debris, that arise from lack of maintenance and will bill all costs back to said property owner. If payment is not made to the City for all costs incurred by the City within sixty (60) days of the date of the invoice, the amount will be assessed against the property and said assessment will be recorded against title at Sherburne County. The Developer must provide the buyer of Lot 1, Block 2 of Fossum Fields Third Addition a copy of Resolution 26-37, Resolution 26-40, and the executed Development Agreement highlighting responsibilities of maintaining said signage. 22. All signs must meet the current city code and go through the sign permitting process. 23. Positive drainage, directing stormwater away from all structures and away from neighboring properties, must be provided for and maintained on all lots within the Development during all phases. Additionally, grading must direct runoff to retention basins withing the Development during all phases. 24. Since this is a multi-phased plat, final plat application(s) for any subsequent phases must be submitted within two (2) years after approval of the previous phase final plat or the preliminary plat shall be considered void. Prior to the expiration of the final plat deadline, the Planning Commission may extend the approval for an additional (2) years. The extension request shall be in writing specifically designating the expiration date. Only one (1) extension may be granted per phase of the preliminary plat. If the preliminary plat is denied the subdivider or owner will be notified and informed of the reason(s) for denial. 25. Outlot A, as shown on the Plat, shall be dedicated to the City of Becker for drainage and stormwater management purposes. 26. Any topsoil and vegetation distributed or destroyed during or after any future construction must be replaced or replanted to minimize soil erosion. 27. Fences constructed on Lots 12 through Lot 18, of Block 2 of Fossum Fields Third Addition must remain outside of the drainage and utilities easements for the infiltration basin adjacent to 153 rd Ave Se and 127 th Street SE unless authorized by City Staff and the City Council. 28. Any reclamation or filling must be approved by the Zoning Administrator. 29. The City Attorney may make any necessary changes to this resolution as to form. Resolution 26 -37 Page 7 ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. _____________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _____________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of _______________, 2026 by _____________________________________________________. ______________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Drafted by: ## Austin Petersen, Associate Planner ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 ## RESOLUTION 26- 40 ## A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE FINAL PLAT ## FOR FOSSUM FIELDS THIRD ADDITION WHEREAS, Sherburne Land Company, LLC (“Applicant”), the fee owner of the subject property, has made application for a final plat for a subdivision to be known as Fossum Fields Third Addition ("Plat"); and, WHEREAS, the subject property is legally described as: Outlot A, Fossum Fields Second Addition; and Outlots C, D, F, and G, Fossum Fields, according to the recorded plats thereof, ## Sherburne County, Minnesota WHEREAS, the subject Property is currently zoned Single-Family Detached (SFD) and guided for low-density residential development under the City of Becker Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, on March 1, 2022 the Becker City Council approved Resolution 22-12 granting final plat approval for Fossum Fields Third Addition; however, that approval has lapsed due to the failure to record the final plat within the required timeframe and is no longer in effect; and, WHEREAS, the current application is a new, independent application subject to all City ordinances and standards currently in effect; and, WHEREAS, the Applicant has submitted all application materials in accordance with all requirements under the City of Becker Unified Development Ordinance and Minnesota Statutes 462; and, WHEREAS, the Final Plat of Fossum Fields Third Addition has been submitted simultaneously with the Preliminary Plat, in accordance with City procedure, and is substantially consistent with the Preliminary Plat and, Resolution 26-40 Page 2 WHEREAS, a public hearing on the related Preliminary Plat was duly held on April 27, 2026 in the City Council Chambers, Becker City Hall, 12060 Sherburne Ave, Becker, MN 55308, at which time all parties were given the opportunity to be heard; and, WHEREAS, notice of the time, date, place, and purpose of the aforementioned hearing was duly given as required by statute; and, WHEREAS, the Becker Planning Commission reviewed the final plat request and recommended approval via Resolution PC 26-04 on April 27, 2026; and, WHEREAS, this Final Plat approval is contingent upon City Council approval of Resolution PC 26-02 (PUD Conditional Use Permit) and PC 26-03 (Preliminary Plat); and, WHEREAS, the Becker City Council has reviewed the final plat request; and, WHEREAS, the City of Becker City Council finds that the Final Plat and resulting lots, as conditioned herein, are in accordance with established findings in Article I, Zoning, Section 1.13 of the Unified Development Ordinance which findings are that the Plat: ● Is consistent with the City of Becker Comprehensive Plan. The subject property is guided for low-density residential development. The proposed 52-lot single-family detached subdivision is consistent with this designation. ● Is compatible with the geographical area involved. The subject property is surrounded by existing residential development on three sides with unplatted agricultural land to the east. The proposed subdivision is appropriate for this geographical area. ● Is compatible with the character of the surrounding area. As conditioned, the proposed single-family detached residential subdivision will not alter the character of the surrounding area, which is residential in nature. ● Provides adequate access to existing or proposed municipal utilities with sufficient capacity for the intended use. The subject property will be served by municipal water, sanitary sewer, and stormwater systems as reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. ● Will not tend to or actually depreciate the surrounding area. This is a single-family development that is similar to the existing development to the north of the site. It is not anticipated that the development will depreciate the surrounding area. ● Will not impose an undue financial burden on the City of Becker. The City and Developer will enter into a Development Agreement to ensure the City will not face undue financial burden. All utilities, parkland dedication fees, public utilities, road construction, private utility stubs, driveway aprons, sidewalks, ten (10’) foot bituminous trail, lighting, mailboxes, site grading and erosion control, and SAC/WAC fees are all being paid for by the developer. All fees paid will ensure that that City is able to maintain it’s sewer, water and utility infrastructure now and in the future. The road, curb and gutter, and other improvement installations must be approved by the City Engineer, per the Development Agreement, prior to said improvements being dedicated to the City Resolution 26-40 Page 3 ● Will not impair an adequate supply of light and air to adjacent property. The proposed single-family residential subdivision will not impair adequate supplies of light and air to adjacent properties. ● Will not unreasonably increase the congestion in the public right-of-way. Traffic generated will be consistent with single-family residential development. Access is provided via multiple existing public streets. The City Engineer noted that there would only be room enough for one-sided street parking. ● Will not increase the danger of fire or endanger the public safety. As conditioned, the development will be served by municipal water and fire hydrants as required. ● The request is consistent with the spirit and intent of Article I. The proposed subdivision meets the intent of the Unified Development Ordinance by meeting all applicable standards and complying with land use zoning, except as expressly modified by the PUD approved in Resolution 26-36. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Becker City Council hereby adopts the following Findings of Fact, as required by UDO Article I Zoning, Section 1.13: ● The Plat, as conditioned herein, is consistent with the construction standards, design standards, and other requirements set forth by the City's Unified Development Ordinance. ● The physical characteristics of the site, and area surrounding the site, including but not limited to topography, erosion, flooding potential, soil limitations, and overall suitability for the type of development or use proposed. A soil investigation completed in December 2021 confirmed the soils are suitable for residential development. The site is not within a shoreland district or flood plain district. As conditioned, the Plat will meet this finding. ● The proposed development is consistent with the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan. The Future Land Use designation for this area is low-density residential. The proposed 52-lot single-family detached subdivision is consistent with this designation. ● The City will not face unnecessary interrupted use of public roadways, facilities, or property for an unspecified amount of time due to development the City is not ready for. Any interruption to roadways or facilities will be handled through proper channels including right-of-way permits and building permits, as conditioned in this resolution. The Development Agreement will include requirements for traffic control to ensure that any interruptions in public roadways are mitigated appropriately and safely. ● The subdivision will not prohibit the orderly growth of the surrounding areas or the City as a whole. The property is currently undeveloped and this proposal will promote orderly growth of a planned residential area anticipated since the original Fossum Fields plat. ● The Plat will be developed per the construction and development standards that have been set within the City. As conditioned, all plans are required to be reviewed and approved by City Staff and the City Engineer to ensure that development standards are being met prior to recording of the final plat. ● The subdivision will not create a negative fiscal or environmental impact upon the City. The proposed subdivision will not create a negative fiscal or environmental impact upon the City. Resolution 26-40 Page 4 ● The City will not face undue financial hardship due to the development in question. The proposed subdivision will not create a negative financial impact upon the City. NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Becker City Council, based on the findings put forth in this resolution, hereby recommends approval of the final plat request for Fossum Fields Third Addition subject to the following conditions: 1. No work shall commence on properties within the Final Plat until all necessary City, State, and Federal permits and approvals are obtained. 2. To ensure safe access to and throughout the final plat, including parking and circulation, any required improvements as requested by City Staff, including the City Engineer, must be completed. 3. All comments and conditions of the City Engineer must be addressed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer prior to recording of the final plat. 4. All required easements and rights-of-way shall be dedicated as shown on the final plat. 5. The final plat must be recorded within one (1) year of the date of its approval by City Council. If the final plat is not recorded within one (1) year of the date of its approval, a new preliminary and final plat shall be required. 6. Sanitary sewer stubs must be exposed and caps on the unused stubs must be inspected and replaced, if necessary. Indication of all existing utilities, sewer and water stubs, within the development, must be indicated on a Civil Plan Set submitted by a currently licensed Engineer within the State of Minnesota. 7. Six (6) foot sidewalk must be installed along one side of all streets running throughout the development. 8. Based on the original submitted preliminary plat, submitted and approved under Resolution 2004-94, a ten (10’) foot bituminous trail must be installed by the Developer around the perimeter of the development adjacent to 153 rd Ave SE and 127 th ## Street SE on the western and southern boundaries of the plat. Said trail must be installed during the first phase of the development. A portion of said trail will be required to be installed across Outlot E of Fossum Fields when either of the following occur: o Development to the east of Fossum Fields Third, and subsequent phases, occurs. o When the City determines a turn lane is necessary on 127 th Street SE. 9. All drainage systems that will adequately take care of the surface water runoff within the final plat boundaries must be provided including storm sewers, drain inlets, manholes, culverts, and other structures and easements, as recommended and approved by the City Engineer. 10. Any required changes as noted by City Staff and the City Engineer must be incorporated into the final plat drawings prior to recording of the final plat at Sherburne County. 11. To ensure adequate road facilities for the residents within the development, the developer is required to construct to urban standards all roads within Rights of Way as indicated on the preliminary plat and Civil Plan Sets as revised and approved by the Zoning Administrator and Engineer. Timing of installation of the roads must be addressed in the required Development Agreement. Resolution 26-40 Page 5 12. Civil engineering plans, including site plans / grading plans, and any changes requested by City Staff and the City Engineer to said plans, for any future project occurring within the final plat boundaries must be submitted to, reviewed and approved by City Staff and City Engineer before any building permits are issued. 13. The developer of the plat must sign a Development Agreement with the City and remit all securities required by said agreement and law. The Development Agreement must be executed prior to the beginning of construction and recording of the final plat. Development Agreement approval is contingent on final review and approval by the Zoning Administrator, City Engineer, and City Attorney. 14. Park dedication fees and any other applicable fees shall be calculated pursuant to the City of Becker fee schedule in effect at the time of final plat recording. These must be paid at time of Development Agreement execution and before recording of the final plat. 15. A vegetated buffer must be installed along the perimeter of the development adjacent to the 127th Street SE Right of Way. Said buffer must be approved by the Zoning Administrator and City Engineer prior to installation. Maintenance of said buffer shall be the responsibility of each property owner that abuts the Right of Way where said buffer is installed. All planting material must be maintained in its natural and proper state according to accepted landscaping and horticultural practices. Determination that the buffer is not being maintained is at the discretion of the City. If the City finds that maintenance is not occurring or that accepted landscaping and horticultural practices are not being properly followed the City shall notify the property owner of their responsibilities to maintain said buffer. In the same event, the City will fix any issues, including but not limited to pruning, replacement, and removal of debris, that arise from lack of maintenance and adherence to accepted landscaping and horticultural practices and will bill all costs back to said property owners. If payment is not made to the City for all costs incurred by the City within sixty (60) days of the date of the invoice, the amount will be assessed against the property and said assessment will be recorded against title at Sherburne County. The Developer must provide the buyers of Lot 12, Lot 13, Lot 14, Lot 15, Lot 16, Lot 17, and Lot 18, of Block 2 of Fossum Fields Third Addition a copy of Resolution 26-37, Resolution 26-40 and the executed Development Agreement highlighting said buyer’s responsibilities of maintaining said vegetated buffer. 16. A street lighting and mailbox plan must be submitted to the City and approved by the Zoning Administrator and City Engineer. 17. All street lighting must be fully shielded to minimize light pollution. 18. All mailbox locations must be installed to required local, state, and federal regulations and must be approved by the local Postmaster and City of Becker Public Works Department. 19. All homes to be built must be of varied styles including, but not limited to, split-level homes. All homes to be built must include architectural features, including, but not limited to, porches and varied exterior materials, including, but not limited to, stone, brick, and shakes. 20. All final building garage elevations must be at least 18 inches above the finished street grades in front of each lot unless the lot elevation is significantly lower than the street Resolution 26-40 Page 6 grade AND drainage for the lot can be accomplished in another fashion which is acceptable to the City Engineer and the building official. 21. Low maintenance monument signage must be installed at the main entrance to the subdivision on 153 rd Avenue SE. The sign and landscaping must be approved by the Zoning Administrator and City Engineer. Maintenance of said monument signage is responsibility of the property owner of Lot 1, Block 2 of Fossum Fields Third Addition. Said sign must be maintained in good repair in perpetuity. Determination that the sign is not being maintained is at the discretion of the City. If the City finds that maintenance is not occurring the City shall notify the property owner of their responsibilities to maintain said signage. In the same event, the City will fix any issues, including but not limited to replacement or materials, and removal of debris, that arise from lack of maintenance and will bill all costs back to said property owner. If payment is not made to the City for all costs incurred by the City within sixty (60) days of the date of the invoice, the amount will be assessed against the property and said assessment will be recorded against title at Sherburne County. The Developer must provide the buyer of Lot 1, Block 2 of Fossum Fields Third Addition a copy of Resolution 26-37, Resolution 26-40, and the executed Development Agreement highlighting responsibilities of maintaining said signage. 22. All signs must meet the current city code and go through the sign permitting process. 23. Positive drainage, directing stormwater away from all structures and away from neighboring properties, must be provided for and maintained on all lots within the Development during all phases. Additionally, grading must direct runoff to retention basins withing the Development during all phases. 24. Since this is a multi-phased plat, final plat application(s) for any subsequent phases must be submitted within two (2) years after approval of the previous phase final plat or the preliminary plat shall be considered void. Prior to the expiration of the final plat deadline, the Planning Commission may extend the approval for an additional (2) years. The extension request shall be in writing specifically designating the expiration date. Only one (1) extension may be granted per phase of the preliminary plat. If the preliminary plat is denied the subdivider or owner will be notified and informed of the reason(s) for denial. 25. Outlot A, as shown on the Plat, shall be dedicated to the City of Becker for drainage and stormwater management purposes. 26. Any topsoil and vegetation distributed or destroyed during or after any future construction must be replaced or replanted to minimize soil erosion. 27. Fences constructed on Lots 12 through Lot 18, of Block 2 of Fossum Fields Third Addition must remain outside of the drainage and utilities easements for the infiltration basin adjacent to 153 rd Ave Se and 127 th Street SE unless authorized by City Staff and the City Council. 28. Any reclamation or filling must be approved by the Zoning Administrator. 29. The City Attorney may make any necessary changes to this resolution as to form. Resolution 26-40 Page 7 ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. _____________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _____________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of _______________, 2026 by _____________________________________________________. ______________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Drafted by: ## Austin Petersen, Associate Planner ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 ## Agenda Item Description: Residential Density Amendments to Becker’s Comprehensive Plan and Unified Development Ordinance ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Community Development / Jacob Sanders / jsanders@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4242 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: 1. Applicant narrative and submitted exhibits 2. Resolution 26-41 3. Ordinance 302 2 nd ## Series ## Consent Agenda: Yes No X ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: Staff received complete applications from Scott Thompson (True Blue Construction Services LLC) and Todd Olin (Land & Resource Consulting, Inc.) requesting a reduction in the density per acre for high density residential development. The request comes as part of a potential high-density, mixed residential development the applicants are working on, south of Edgewood Blvd SE and LuAnn Drive SE. The Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan currently identifies Medium Density Residential as allowing 6-12 units per acre and High Density Residential as allowing more than 12 units per acre. Based on the applicant’s narrative (attached), the proposed development would include 210 residential units, resulting in a calculated density of 10.9 units per acre. Although the applicant is requesting a minimum density reduction to accommodate a specific project, any change to the city’s residential density standards would apply not only to the subject parcels but to all properties designated in Becker’s 2040 Comprehensive Plan / Article I Zoning of the Unified Development Ordinance as High Density Residential / Multi-Family High (MFH) and Medium Density Residential / Multi-Family Low (MFL) throughout the city. Among similarly sized communities in Minnesota (approximately 5,000 residents), high-density residential ranges vary widely but commonly fall between 10 and 30+ units per acre. After evaluating the broader implications of lowering the minimum density citywide, staff conclude that the request satisfies the required findings outlined in the Unified Development Ordinance (see findings in RES 26-41). Staff therefore support the following amendments: ## Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan Medium Density Residential: 6 to 10 units per acre High Density Residential: greater than 10 units per acre ## Article I Zoning - Unified Development Ordinance Multi-Family Low (MFL) – 6 to 10 units per acre Multi-Family High (MFH) – greater than 10 units per acre ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Board Commission / Committee Action: Duly noticed public hearings on the proposed Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan text amendments and the Article I Zoning Unified Development Ordinance amendments were held at the Planning Commission meeting on April 27, 2026. No public comments were received. The Planning Commission recommended approval of the Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan text amendments through Resolution PC 26-05 and recommended approval of the Article I Zoning Unified Development Ordinance amendments through Resolution PC 26-06. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: ## None ## Action(s) Requested: 1. Motion and second approving Resolution 26-41, a resolution amending the Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan unit densities in the Medium and High Density residential land use categories. 2. Motion and second approving Ordinance 302 2 nd Series, an Ordinance amending Sec. 1.3., Subsec. 1.3.4.(A)(1) and Subsec. 1.3.5.(A)(1) of Article I Zoning of the City of Becker Unified Development Ordinance, adjusting the unit per acre density for the Multi-Family Low (MFL) and Multi-Family High (MFH) Zoning Districts. This ordinance will become effective upon passage and publication. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Date: April 3, 2026 14260 23 rd ## Avenue N. • Plymouth, Minnesota • 55447 Ph. 763.340.0699 • Email toddo@landandresource.com ## Austn Peterson, Associate Planner ## City of Becker ## 12060 Sherburne Avenue ## Becker, MN 55308 RE: Request for Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Zoning Text Amendment associated with the Edgewood Village Mixed-Use Residential Development on Lu Ann Drive in the City of Becker ## Austin, We are writing on behalf of Scott Thompson, VP of True Blue Construction to submit a request to Amend the Comprehensive Plan and to Amend portions of the City of Becker Unified Zoning Code. These requests are part of the Edgewood Village Mixed-Use Residential Development planned on property on the south side of Edgewood Blvd. within the City of Becker. We prepared applications for both requests and offer this narrative to provide additional information to assist in the review of the requested amendments. Please note we attached the current preliminary site plan and the boundary survey as a reference for these requests. ## Proposed Project Characteristics: The project includes a range of residential units that includes 152 apartment units in 4 38-unit buildings, 20 homes in 5 4- unit buildings, 24 homes in 3 8-unit buildings and 14 homes in 7 2-unit buildings. All homes are planned to be owner occupied with the exception of the apartments, which will be for rent. The total number of residential units is 210, which results in a density of 10.9 units per acre. In addition to the buildings, we illustrate sidewalk pedestrian connections, an outdoor play area on the apartment property, parking areas and carports. The mixture of unit types and the configuration creates an attractive neighborhood and also serves as a transition between the existing commercial uses along the service drive for US 10 and the existing homes to the east of the proposed development. ## Comprehensive Plan Amendment: The Comprehensive plan currently refers to mid-density as 6-12 units per acre and high-density as more than 12 units per acre and there appears to be an inconsistency that needs to be amended to allow this development, at 10.9 units per acre in the high-density district, while still meeting the needs in the community for higher density developments. ## Unified Code Amendment: This request includes city review and amendment of the density standards in the Unified Code to align district standards with the Comprehensive Plan. We believe Sections 1.3.4 MFL, 1.3.5 MFH districts need to be amended but there may be additional districts that need to be amended to eliminate inconsistencies. In addition, Section the 1.3.13 PUD Planned Unit Development district standards allows the city the flexibility to increase the density associated with specific projects but it does not allow the city to consider reductions to the minimum density for developments. 2 ## Edgewood Village Mixed-Use Residential Development Comp Plan and Ord. Amendment, City of Becker, Sherburne County, Minnesota ## Summary: We request your review and consideration to amend the Unified City Code and the Comprehensive Plan to allow the upcoming applications for the Edgewood Village and Edgewood Village Apartment project. The proposed mixture of home types addresses a significant need in the community for additional rental and owner-occupied home alternatives. In addition, the housing alternatives allow and encourages families to remain in the neighborhood as the family dynamics change. Family dynamics and associated family needs change dramatically as families expand to grow their family and then home needs change dramatically as children go off to school or take on their profession to start a families of their own. Please review the information included with these requests. We look forward to working with you through the process of review, entitlement and design of the proposed development and believe this will become a significant asset to the neighborhood and community as a whole. ## Sincerely, Land & Resource Consulting, Inc. ## Todd J. Olin, President ## LU ANN Drive ## EDGEWOOD STREET SE ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBLSBLSBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBLSBLSBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## PLAY ## AREA ## APARTMENT BUILDING ## 38 UNITS ## (3 STORIES) ## APARTMENT BUILDING ## 38 UNITS ## (3 STORIES) ## APARTMENT BUILDING ## 38 UNITS ## (3 STORIES) ## APARTMENT BUILDING ## 38 UNITS ## (3 STORIES) 8 12 11 18 4 9 23 11 15 13 12 12 11 11 9 16 4 12 14 9 10 10 9 9 ## STORM ## BASIN ## REFUSE ## ENCLOSURE ## REFUSEENCLOSURE 8 10 ## DOG ## PARK 1 2 2 ## PROPOSED LU ANN EXTENSION ## (BY OTHERS) ## STORM ## BASIN ## REFUSE ## ENCLOSURE 1 2 3 3 ## BLOCK 2BLOCK 2 ## BLOCK 1 ## BLOCK 1 ## Ex. 10' ASPHALT TRAIL 66.0' ## 6' CONCRETE ## SIDEWALK (TYP.) ## 18'X10' ## PARKING ## STALL ## (TYP.) 22.7' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' 44.0' ## 2' CONCRETE ## APRON (TYP.) 22.7' 44.0' ## 18'X10' ## PARKING ## STALL ## (TYP.) ## 18'X10' ## PARKING ## STALL ## (TYP.) ## 18'X10' ## PARKING ## STALL ## (TYP.) 62.7' 46.0' 44.0' 28.0' 44.0' 66.0' 22.7' 66.0' ## R10.0' ## R10.0' ## R70.0' ## R3.0' ## R10.0' ## R10.0' ## R10.0' ## R3.0' 26.0' 26.0' ## R10.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' 46.0' 24.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R10.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R10.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## R10.0' 26.0' ## B612 CURB & GUTTER (TYP.) ## B612 CURB & GUTTER (TYP.) ## B612 CURB & GUTTER (TYP.) ## LIMITS OF CITY PROJECT ## BY OTHERS TO INCLUDEENTRANCES (TYP.) ## 2' CONCRETE ## APRON (TYP.) ## 2' CONCRETE ## APRON (TYP.) ## 6' CONCRETE ## SIDEWALK (TYP.) ## 6' CONCRETE ## SIDEWALK (TYP.) ## B612 CURB & GUTTER (TYP.) ## R10.0' ## R3.0' ## R3.0' ## CARPORT ## (TYP.) ## CARPORT ## (TYP.) ## CARPORT ## (TYP.) ## CARPORT ## (TYP.) ## B-B ## B-B ## B-B ## B-B ## B-B ## B-B ## B-B ## B-B 46.0' ## Site Plan ## C2.0 ## General Site Notes 1. For surveying and construction staking, contact Land & Resource Consulting 763.340.0699. 2. Dimensions are to outside foundation wall, back of curb or edge of bituminous pavement unless noted otherwise on the drawings. 3. The building and structure location and orientation is shown on the plans in relation to the property boundary and right-of-way. 4. Erosion control and sedimentation control measures shall be installed and inspected prior to the start of construction. 5. City infrastructure shall be built in accordance with Becker material and construction methods. In the event of a discrepancy, the City Standards shall govern. ## Zoning & Setback Summary ## Existing Zoning Designation: PUD ## Legend ## Building Setback Line ## Easement Line ## Sign ## SBL Know what's below. ## Call before you dig. ## PUD Standards ## Proposed Bituminous ## Concrete ## DATE ## ISSUE / REVISION ## Brainerd, MN 56401 Phone: 218-829-0707 Review By: XXProject # : 25021 ## Submittal Date: XX-XX-XX ## Submittal Phase: XXX ## Copyright Land & Resource Consulting Kuepers, Inc. ## EDGEWOOD VILLAGE ## PLAT ## Becker, MN ## MN. Lic. No. 19576Date: ## Randall C. Hedlund I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly ## Licensed Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. ## PRELIMINARY ## NOT FOR ## CONSTRUCTION 14260 23rd Ave N ## Plymouth, MN Phone: 763-340-0699 ## DRAWINGS BY ## DRAWINGS FOR ## PROJECT ## CERTIFICATION ## ISSUED FOR ## SUBMITTAL INFO ## SHEET TITLE ## SHEET NUMBER 0 50 100 ## N 50 scale ## Notable Requirements: Required maximum length dead-end street: 700'Parking for multi-family = 1.5 stalls / unit ## Min. Lot Area (Twins): ## Front Setback: ## Side Setback:Corner Setback: ## Rear Setback:ROW Width: 7,300 sf (one unit) 30', except 20' around middle cul-de-sac 10' varies ## 30'66' Lu Ann Extension60' Internal Road ## CONTINUED ON SHEET C2.1 ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## Note: Driveway location to be located in relation to the Garage. ## Main Street 5 ## Typical Lot Detail ## Denotes Drainage & Utility ## Easement ## Denotes Building Setbacks ## Denotes Lot # ## Denotes Building Pad ## Lot Area Table ## Lot Number ## Square ## Feet ## Acres ## Lot Number ## Square Feet ## Acres Block 1 Block 2 1 198,175 4.55 1 78,465 1.80 2 90,056 2.07 2 57,549 1.32 ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## APARTMENT BUILDING ## 38 UNITS ## (3 STORIES) ## APARTMENT BUILDING ## 38 UNITS ## (3 STORIES) 11 16 4 12 14 9 9 2 2 ## PROPOSED LU ANN EXTENSION ## (BY OTHERS) ## STORM ## BASIN ## STORM ## BASIN ## REFUSE ## ENCLOSURE 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 3 ## BLOCK 2 ## BLOCK 1 ## BLOCK 1 ## BLOCK 1 ## GRE Easement per ## Document No. T63360 ## Transmission Line Easement per ## Document No. 116159 ## LU ANN Drive ## R17.0' ## R17.0' ## R15.0' ## R20.0' ## R60.0' ## R45.0' ## R60.0' ## R45.0' ## R20.0' ## R20.0' 28.0' 60.0' 24.0' ## R20.0' ## R20.0' 60.0' 28.0' 24.0' 28.0' 24.0' 60.0' ## B-B ## B-B ## B-B ## Site Plan ## C2.1 ## General Site Notes 1. For surveying and construction staking, contact Land & Resource Consulting 763.340.0699. 2. Refer to sheet C2.0 for Site Notes and Zoning Summary ## Legend ## Building Setback Line ## Easement Line ## Sign ## SBL Know what's below. ## Call before you dig. ## Bituminous ## Concrete ## DATE ## ISSUE / REVISION ## Brainerd, MN 56401 Phone: 218-829-0707 Review By: XXProject # : 25021 ## Submittal Date: XX-XX-XX ## Submittal Phase: XXX ## Copyright Land & Resource Consulting Kuepers, Inc. ## EDGEWOOD VILLAGE ## PLAT ## Becker, MN ## MN. Lic. No. 19576Date: ## Randall C. Hedlund I hereby certify that this plan, specification, or report was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly ## Licensed Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota. ## PRELIMINARY ## NOT FOR ## CONSTRUCTION 14260 23rd Ave N ## Plymouth, MN Phone: 763-340-0699 ## DRAWINGS BY ## DRAWINGS FOR ## PROJECT ## CERTIFICATION ## ISSUED FOR ## SUBMITTAL INFO ## SHEET TITLE ## SHEET NUMBER 0 50 100 ## N 50 scale ## CONTINUED ON SHEET C2.0 ## CONTINUED ON SHEET C2.0 ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## SBL ## Note: Driveway location to be located in relation to the Garage. ## Main Street 5 ## Typical Lot Detail ## Denotes Drainage & Utility ## Easement ## Denotes Building Setbacks ## Denotes Lot # ## Denotes Building Pad ## Lot Area Table ## Lot Number ## Square ## Feet ## Acres Block 1 3 155,213 3.56 4 8,311 0.19 5 8,728 0.20 6 8,061 0.19 7 8,733 0.20 8 8,832 0.20 9 12,894 0.30 10 9,429 0.22 11 9,344 0.21 12 9,956 0.23 13 11,586 0.27 14 9,478 0.22 15 9,459 0.22 16 9,489 0.22 17 9,734 0.22 330.00 330.00 NE'ly line of Right-of-way of U.S. Highway's 10 and 25 75 75 North line of NE 1 4 of the SW 1 4 of Sec. 25, T. 34, R. 29 West line of NE 1 4 of the SW 1 4 of Sec. 25, T. 34, R. 29 East line of NE 1 4 of the SW 1 4 of Sec. 25, T. 34, R. 29 50 50 ## GRE Easement per ## Document No. T63360 ## Transmission Line Easement per ## Document No. 116159 South line of NE 14 of the SW 14 of Sec. 25, T. 34, R. 29 ## S48°07'01"E 1444.49' ## S0°25'52"E 247.43' ## L = 2 6 6 . 1 9 , ## R = 7 1 3 . 9 3 ## D = 2 1 ° 2 1 ' 4 6 " ## S0°03'59"W 17.00' ## N89°56'01"W 310.00' ## N89°56'10"W 66.00' ## N89°56'01"W 313.19' ## N0°31'29"W 581.76' ## N42°02'47"E 66.00' ## N47°57'13"W 240.07' ## L = 3 4 8 . 8 3 , ## R = 4 7 5 . 8 7 ## D = 4 2 ° 0 0 ' 0 0 " ## N0°22'12"E 363.00' ## S89°57'05"E 327.42' 150 150 ## LU ANN Drive ## EDGEWOOD STREET SE ## N47°57'13"W 304.09' ## L = 2 3 5 . 7 6 , ## R = 2 8 1 . 3 0 ## D = 4 8 ° 0 1 ' 0 9 " ## N0°03'59"E 169.22' ## S0°03'59"W 169.22' ## L = 2 9 1 .0 7 , ## R = 3 4 7 . 2 9 ## D = 4 8 ° 0 1 ' 1 5 " ## S47°57'13"E 304.09' ## SHEET ## JOB NUMBER ## DATE: ## DRAWN BY: ## FILE: ## DESCRIPTION ## DATE ## BY ## REV. 0 Gorman Surveying, Inc. ## HORIZONTAL SCALE IN FEET ## OF ## CHECKED BY: ## DATE: ## G ## S ## I ## 8640 HARRIET AVE. SO. SUITE 102 ## BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA 55420 ## (952)346-8300 FAX (952)346-9110 26-037 ## C.F.W. 03-23-2026 75 ## BECKER, SHERBURNE COUNTY, MINNESOTA ## PROPERTY SURVEY 1 1 0 150 ## PROPERTY SURVEY ## LEGAL DESCRIPTION ## Lot 4, Block 3, Evergreen Park North All minerals and mineral rights reserved for the State of Minnesota in trust for the taxing districts concerned, pursuant to the Conveyance of Tax Forfeited Lands dated February 14, 1951 and filed with the Sherburne County Recorder on August 24, 1951, in Book 78 of Deeds, Page 603 (as to the SE 1/4, and the NW 1/4 of the SE 1/4, all in Section 25, Township 34, Range 29). That the boundaries are registered and Judicial Monuments set per the survey filed in the office of the Registrar of Titles, and with the District Court. (Certificate Number: 8470 Torrens) ## AND Lot 5, Block 2, except the East 150 feet thereof, Lot 6, Block 2, except theEast 150 feet thereof; Lot 5, Block 3; Lot 7, Block 3; Lot 8, Block 3 and Lot 9 Block 3; all in Evergreen Park North, Sherburne County, Minnesota (Abstract) ## AND Lot Six (6), Block Three (3) in Evergreen Park North, Sherburne County,Minnesota (Abstract) ## Abstract/Torrens Property SITE NOTEBearings are based on the North line of Lot 5, Block 2, Evergreen ParkNorth having assumed bearing of N89 o ## 56'01"W ## RESOLUTION 26-41 ## A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE BECKER 2040 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UNIT ## DENSITIES IN THE MEDIUM AND HIGH DENSITY RESIDENTIAL LAND USE ## CATEGORIES WHEREAS, the City of Becker (“City”) received a complete application from Scott Thompson (True Blue Construction Services LLC) and Todd Olin (Land & Resource Consulting, Inc.) requesting amendments to the residential density per acre in the ## Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan; and, WHEREAS, the current densities identified in the Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan’s Future Land Use Category descriptions define the density for Medium Density Residential land use as 6 to 12 units / acre and High Density Residential land use as greater than 12 units / acre; and, WHEREAS, the requested amendment would impact all High Density Residential and Medium Density Residential land identified in the future land use map of the Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan as such; and, WHEREAS, a public hearing was duly held by the Planning Commission on April 27, 2026 at which time all persons desiring to be heard were given the opportunity to speak; and, WHEREAS, notice of the time, date, place and purpose of the aforementioned hearing was duly given as required by statute. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Becker hereby amends the Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan High Density Residential land use category minimum density to be greater than 10 units per acre and the Medium Density Residential land use category minimum density to be 6 to 10 units per acre based on the findings below: a) The proposed amendment corrects an error or addresses the need resulting from some changing condition, trend, or fact arising since the adoption of the ## Comprehensive Plan; a. Housing needs are constantly shifting, and the amendments are supportive of changing trends that have arisen since the adoption of the Becker 2040 Comprehensive Plan. b) The proposed amendment is consistent with the guiding principles of the ## Comprehensive Plan; a. The proposed amendment aligns with the Comprehensive Plan’s guiding principles, particularly its land use and housing goals, by supporting smart Resolution 26-41 Page 2 growth, fostering a strong sense of place, and encouraging a diverse mix of housing types. It does so while maintaining Becker’s small-town character and ensuring that density classifications remain clearly defined. c) The proposed amendment addresses a demonstrated community need; a. The city’s ongoing need for a diverse and robust housing stock underscores the value of these amendments, which would enhance its competitiveness for future development while maintaining clear and intentional land-use distinctions. d) The proposed amendment will protect the health, safety, morals, and general welfare of the public; a. The density adjustments recognize the city’s size and small town feel and would not negatively impact the health, safety, morals, or general welfare of the public. e) The impacts on the natural and built environments, including air, water, noise, stormwater management, wildlife habitat, water quality, vegetation, drainage, streets, and other engineering design or environmental factors; a. The density adjustments will not negatively impact the natural and built environments, air, water, noise, stormwater management, wildlife habitat, water quality, vegetation, drainage, streets, and other engineering design or environmental factors. f) The proposed amendment is compatible with existing and proposed uses surrounding the subject property; whether the proposed design and land uses are appropriate for the land; and whether the proposed amendment will maintain or improve compatibility among uses and ensure efficient development within the city. a. The density adjustments are not targeted to a single property; they apply to all parcels in the city designated as High Density Residential or Medium Density Residential. These changes will maintain consistency across land-use categories and support efficient development throughout the city. g) The proposed amendment will result in a logical, orderly and predictable development pattern; and a. The density adjustments will continue to maintain continuity between separate land uses and support logical, orderly and predictable development patterns. h) Whether the proposed amendment is consistent with the purpose of the Unified Development Code. a. The density adjustments are consistent with the purposes of the Unified Development Code including the objectives identified in Sec. 1.1. of Article I Zoning of said code. Resolution 26-41 Page 3 ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becker Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. ______________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _______________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk Drafted by: ## Jacob Sanders, Community Development Director ## 12060 Sherburne Ave SE ## Becker, MN 55308 ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of ______________, 2026 by ____________________________________________. ______________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgment ## ORDINANCE # 302, 2 nd ## Series ## AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SEC. 1.3., SUBSEC. 1.3.4. (A)(1) AND SUBSEC. 1.3.5. ## (A)(1) OF ARTICLE I ZONING OF THE CITY OF BECKER UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT ## ORDINANCE, ADJUSTING THE UNIT PER ACRE DENSITY FOR THE MULTI-FAMILY ## LOW (MFL) AND MULTI-FAMILY HIGH (MFH) ZONING DISTRICTS ## IT IS HEREBY ORDAINED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BECKER MINNESOTA: Article I Zoning of the Unified Development Ordinance, Sec. 1.3., Subsec. 1.3.4. MFL Multi-Family Low District. (A)(1) and Subsec. 1.3.5. MFH Multi-Family High District. (A)(1) are hereby amended to read as follows: Subsec. 1.3.4. MFL Multi-Family Low District. ## (A) Purpose. This district is intended to: (1) Reserve areas located for low-density multi-family living at reasonable population densities (six (6) to twelve ten (102) units per acre); Subsec. 1.3.5. MFH Multi-Family High District. ## (A) Purpose. This district is intended to: (1) Reserve areas located for high-density multi-family living at reasonable population densities (greater than tentwelve (102) units per acre); This ordinance becomes effective upon its passage and publication. Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. _______________________________________ ## Mark Kolbinger, Mayor ## Attest: __________________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk ## Agenda Item Description: Approval from council allowing staff to proceed with aquatics improvements at the Becker Community ## Center ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Recreation & Leisure Services / Brandii Thomas / bthomas@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-400-4721 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: 1. Bids for Filters, & Water Feature Install ## 2. Bids for Pool Plaster & Suction Grates ## 3. Bids for Pool Deck Flooring 4. Bids for Paint ## 5. Bid for Water Slide Repair ## 6. Bid for Mechanical Room Reorganization ## 7. Water Feature Details ## 8. Aquatics Rendering ## 9. Heat Exchange Pump and Valve Photo 10. Resolution 26-42 ## Consent Agenda: Yes No X ## Board Commission / Committee Action: The Becker Community Center, built in 1994, is now 32 years old and has served as a cornerstone of the community for decades. The facility supports more than 2,000 members and welcomes thousands of users each month. At the heart of the center is its aquatic facility, featuring a pool, hot tub, and sauna— amenities that provide both recreation and wellness opportunities for all ages. Young children build confidence and learn to swim in the zero-depth entry area, while adults take advantage of lap swimming and water exercise. Despite its longstanding importance to the community, many of the pool’s core elements—including critical mechanical systems—have seen minimal updates over the years. As part of the 2026 Capital Improvement Project, the Becker Community Center aims to modernize these essential components to extend the lifespan of the facility, enhance safety, and create a refreshed, inviting environment for all users. This project has been discussed at great length over the last year between multiple departments. ## Mechanical Room Upgrades This project will include relocating and replacing the existing heat exchanger, moving it from the upstairs building mechanical room to the pool mechanical room. This change will allow for the removal of two outdated pumps—one of which is nearing failure—as well as the replacement of old, rusted valves that have become inefficient and pose potential operating concerns. By modernizing these critical components and optimizing their location, the new heat exchanger system will improve overall efficiency, reliability, and safety within the aquatic facility. McDowell Companies was selected due to our existing service contract for our boiler systems, and their familiarity with our facility. ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Sand Filter Replacements The project will also include replacing the sand filters in both the spa and pool systems, with each requiring two filters. One of the existing spa filters is currently cracked and in need of immediate replacement. Given the unknown age of the remaining spa filter, it is most practical and cost-effective to replace both at the same time to avoid staggered failures. The pool filters are at least 16 years old, and both the tanks and internal components are now obsolete, making repairs or part replacements no longer feasible. In the event of a failure, lead times for new filters could result in an unexpected pool closure of 5–7 months. While replacing the pool filters now represents a higher upfront investment, it provides critical reliability and mitigates the risk of extended downtime due to aging infrastructure. We solicited quotes from Horizon Commercial Pools and Aqua Logic. We are recommending using Horizon Commercial Pools. ## Pool Surface Replacement, and Suction Grates This project will include replastering the pool, which is completed on an as-needed basis and is now necessary due to several visible and structural concerns. The pool basin is showing signs of aging, including hairline cracks along the bottom, surface staining, and deteriorating plaster that is beginning to expose rebar, which has started to rust. There is no record of the pool being replastered in its 30-year lifespan; while it was sanded and cleaned in 2019, the underlying plaster was not replaced. In addition to the plaster work, the existing tile will be replaced due to ongoing staining and wear. The project will also address compliance requirements by replacing the drain covers, which are set to expire under code in 2028. Because drain cover replacement requires the pool to be fully drained, it is both efficient and cost-effective to complete this work concurrently with the replastering. Together, these improvements will restore the pool’s structural integrity, enhance its appearance, and ensure continued compliance and safety for users. We received quotes from Senior Pools, and Horizon Commercial Pools on this project. We are recommending working with Horizon Commercial Pools. ## Pool Deck Flooring The current pool deck consists of an epoxied surface covered with non-slip mats that have become both unsightly and problematic. The mats frequently bunch up, creating potential trip hazards, and make it difficult to maintain a clean and sanitary environment. After touring facilities such as Shoreview and Maple Grove Community Centers, staff explored modern alternatives and identified Aqua Tile as a similar surface to what other area community centers have. We explored flooring options from Horizon, Fischer Brothers, and Aqua Tile by Safety Flooring Solutions. We are recommending Aqua Tile by Safety Flooring Solutions. Aqua Tile provides a safe, durable, and low-maintenance flooring option designed specifically for aquatic environments. Its slip-resistant surface improves traction when wet, while the material resists damage from pool chemicals and maintains its appearance over time. The modular design allows for efficient installation and easy replacement, and the foam-based structure adds comfort for lifeguards and cushioning to help reduce injuries from slips and falls. This flooring will cover the entire pool deck, except under the water slide, which will be completed in 2029 when the waterslide is replaced. ## Water Feature Replacement The existing yellow mushroom water feature is original to the building and has become less effective over time. Due to its high water volume and noise level, we have seen a decline in engagement, particularly among younger children. While the zero-depth entry area remains a popular space for preschool and elementary-aged users, this feature no longer aligns with the needs and preferences of the community. We are proposing an upgraded water feature that is more visually appealing, aligns with the overall theme of the space, and is designed to be interactive and engaging for children. This improvement will better support play, creativity, and a positive user experience in the aquatic area. This water feature will also require an updated pump adjusted to the appropriate flow rate for the features needs. We explored play features from multiple vendors including Vortex, Aquatix, and Water Odyssey. The feature that was selected is from Water Odyssey by way of Horizon Commercial Pools. ## Structural Paint The pool area features large metal structural beams along the southern wall that support the window system. The existing paint on these beams is chipping, chalky, and no longer aligns with the current color scheme of the space. As part of this project, the beams will be repainted to create a cohesive, refreshed appearance within the aquatic area. The epoxy flooring in the observation deck area located in the northeast corner of the pool will remain uncovered by Aqua Tile. To ensure visual consistency, this surface will be recoated with a similar epoxy finish in a color that complements the new Aqua Tile flooring. Additionally, we are proposing to repaint the lower perimeter of the walls below the mural in a warmer tone that better complements the updated color scheme of the space. This improvement will not only enhance the overall aesthetic, but also refresh areas currently affected by chipping paint and staining, creating a cleaner and more cohesive appearance throughout the aquatic facility. We contacted 3 commercial painting companies. Fransen Decorating, JP Coatings, and High Performance Coatings. We are recommending going with High Performance Coatings. ## Sauna Refurbishment & Heating Element The current heating element for the sauna has reached the end of its expected service life and is in need of replacement. The proposed solution is to install a new heating element that is compatible with the existing structure and electrical wiring, minimizing disruption while restoring safe and reliable operation. In addition, the interior cedar boards of the sauna are showing significant signs of aging, including separation and wear. This deterioration not only impacts the overall appearance but also creates conditions where moisture could become trapped, increasing the potential for mold growth behind the panels. Replacing the interior cedar will improve aesthetics, address potential maintenance concerns, and extend the overall lifespan of the sauna. This project will be done with in house. Materials have been priced out. ## Water Slide Repair Small sections of the paint on the inside of the water slide is chipping. For safety, this needs to be sanded down and resealed. Fixing this will also extend the life of the slide until we can replace the whole structure in a future CIP cycle. In Lieu of multiple bids on this project we are working with the company that did the most recent waterslide refurbishment in 2019. ## Timeline These projects are expected to be completed in a 6-week time period beginning in August 2026. If granted approval for the above project items, we will move forward with scheduling work to be completed. A large portion of the work will be completed by Horizon Commercial Pools, which allows for easier scheduling, and ensuring the timeline is compatible. Our priority is optimizing the time that the pool is shut down by scheduling projects concurrently wherever possible. During the time that the pool area is shut down, BCC members will have the option to utilize the Monticello Community Center aquatic facility at no additional cost. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: $529,000 has been budgeted in the 2026 CIP for this project. In total, the above items will cost $513,293.45. There is a variance of $15,716.55 for any unexpected costs. This project is not to exceed the allocated amount of $529,000. Overall, there are areas where we found a need for improvements that were more costly than budgeted such as the pool filter replacement cost. We were also able to find savings in other areas while still choosing high quality, and effective options for our facility. ## Pool Project Breakdown ## BUDGET COST VARIANCE Water Feature 65000 66926.83 -1926.83 Spa Filters 20000 28745.55 -8745.55 Pool Filters 30000 64500.07 -34500.07 ## Mechanical Room ## Upgrades 30000 22620 7380 Pool Plaster 115000 110291 4709 Suction Grates 14000 15900 -1900 Pool Deck 225000 169740 47000 Pool Structural Paint 10000 9080 920 Sauna Refurbishment 10000 3500 6500 Sauna Heating Element 10000 5500 4500 Water Slide Repairs 0 5000 -5000 Interior Paint 0 11480 -11480 ## TOTAL BUDGET TOTAL COST ## VARIANCE 529000 513293.45 15716.55 ## Action(s) Requested: 1. Motion and second to adopt Resolution 26- 42 allowing The Becker Community Center staff to proceed with aquatics improvements as presented. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Josh Kuha Date: 4/30/26 ## Becker Community Center Pool ## Heat Exchanger Replace and ## relocate to Pool Mech Room ## Proposal ## PRESENTED BY:Terry Bottema, An Integrated Solutions Provider ## PRESENTED TO:Becker Community Center DELIVERED ON:January 26, 2026 ## Project Agreement ## Proposal DateProposal NumberAgreement ## PPTb26-168 ## BY AND BETWEEN: ## McDowall Company ## 1431 Prosper Drive ## Waite Park MN 56387 hereinafter CONTRACTOR ## AND ## Becker Community Center ## 11500 Sherburne Ave ## Becker,MN55308 hereinafter CUSTOMER ## SERVICES WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE FOLLOWING LOCATION(S): McDowall Company proposes the replacement and relocating of the pool water heat exchanger.This would include the following: •Provide new heat exchanger and install in new location in pool mechanical room where pumps are presently located •New heat exchanger would be supported from a fabricated stand by McDowall Shop •Removal and disposal of the (2) pool water pumps that would no longer be utilized •Remove electrical back to existing conduit start box for pumps no longer existing •Provide and install new piping from the pool water and boiler water system to the new heat exchanger •Existing 2" copper piping from Pool Mech Room to Boiler room would be utilized for boiler hot water circulation •Remove existing heat exchanger from boiler room and re-pipe directly to hot water flow from boiler room to pool mechanical room. •Provide and install new hot water pump to accommodate for longer run to pool mechanical room. •Includes installing control wiring from pool mechanical room to boiler room and relocating the existing temperature controller to pool mech room for control of heating system and pump. •Start up, water balance and check out of system control The price for this aforementioned project is $22,620.00. The project would be performed during summer pool shutdown. Thank you, ## Terry Bottema As a condition of performance, payments are to be made on a progress basis. Thirty percent of the Agreement price shall be invoiced upon execution for project development and mobilization with the balance invoices monthly based on the percentage of work completed each month. Invoice payment must be made within (30) days of receipt. Any alteration or deviation from the above proposal involving extra cost of material or labor will become an extra charge over the sum stated above. This proposal will become a binding Agreement only after acceptance by Customer and approved by an officer of Contractor as evidenced by their signatures below. This agreement sets forth all of the terms and conditions binding upon the parties hereto; and no person has authority to make any claim, representation, promise or condition on behalf of Contractor which is not expressed herein. ## CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY | 2 ## Sales RepCustomerManager \s1\\s2\\s3\ ## SignatureSignaturesSignature \n1\\n2\\n3\ ## Name (Terry Bottema)NameName \t1\\t2\\t3\ ## TitleTitleTitle \d1\\d2\\d3\ ## DateDateDate ## TO ORDER SERVICES UNDER THIS AGREEMENT WITH A PURCHASE ORDER, PLEASE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING: ## PO Number:\po_2_num\Date of Issue:\d2\Customer Signature:\s2\ NOTE:When issuing a purchase order for this Agreement, the services, responsibilities, terms and conditions for both parties remain as detailed in this Agreement. ## CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY | 3 ## Statement of Confidentiality and Clarifications This proposal contains proprietary and confidential information.Becker Community Centeragrees not to use or disclose any information contained herein except in the context of its business dealings withMcDowall Company. Becker Community Centeragrees to inform present and future employees who view or have access to this proposal content of its confidential nature.Becker Community Centeragrees to instruct each employee not to disclose any information concerning this proposal to others and also agrees not to distribute or permit others to duplicate or distribute any material contained herein without the express written consent ofMcDowall Company.McDowall Companyretains all title, ownership and rights to the material contained herein. By acceptance of this proposal Becker Community Centeragrees to be bound by this statement of confidentiality. ## Clarifications and Exclusions: •◦Work to be performed during normal business hours. ◦Mechanical drawings are not included in this scope of work. ◦"Premium Time" or Price Contingency is not included in this scope of work. ◦Roofing, structural work or roof screening are not included in this scope of work. ◦McDowall Company will not perform any work if working conditions could endanger or put at risk the safety of our employees or subcontractors. ◦Asbestos or hazardous material abatement removal (if any) shall be performed by customer. ◦No structural, general carpentry work or architectural work is included as part of this scope of work. ◦Excludes Fire Protections work if required. ◦Excludes plumbing or sprinkler piping work. ◦Temporary HVAC if required not included. ◦McDowall Company is not responsible for any pre-existing conditions to the existing mechanical systems or piping. ◦Excludes any other items not identified or listed in the proposal details. ## ESCALATION CLAUSE In the event of significant delay or price increase of material occurring during the performance of the contract through no fault of the contractor, the contract sum, time of performance, and requirements shall be equitably adjusted by change order in accordance with the procedures of the contract documents.A change in price of an item of material shall be considered significant when the price of an item increases 10% between the date of this contract and the date of installation. This proposal is valid for 15 days from the date submitted. ## Received By: ________________________ ## Date Received:_______________________ ## Registered Proposal Number:PPTb26-168 ## CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY | 4 ## Project Agreement Terms and Conditions 1.Customer shall permit Contractor free and timely access to areas and equipment, and allow Contractor to start and stop the equipment as necessary to perform required services. All planned work under this Agreement will be performed during the Contractor's normal working hours. 2.Contractor warrants that the workmanship hereunder shall be free from defects for thirty (30) days from date of performance. If any replacement part or item of equipment proves defective, Contractor will extend to Customer the benefits of any warranty, that the Contractor has received from the manufacturer. Removal and reinstallation of any equipment or materials repaired or replaced under a manufacturer's warranty will be at Customer's expense and at the contractor's rates in effect. 3.Customer will promptly pay invoices within thirty (30) days of receipt. Should a payment become thirty (30) days or more delinquent, Contractor may stop all work under this Agreement without notice and/or cancel this Agreement, and the entire balance of the Agreement price shall become due and payable immediately upon demand. All past due amounts shall accrue interest at the maximum rate permitted by applicable law. 4.Customer shall be responsible for all taxes applicable to the services and/or materials hereunder. 5.If there is any alteration to, or deviation from, this Agreement involving extra work, the cost of materials and/or labor will become an extra charge (fixed price amount to be negotiated or on a time and material basis at Contractor's rates then in effect) over the price stated in this Agreement. 6.In the event Contractor must commence legal action in order to recover any amount payable or owed to Contractor under this Agreement, Customer shall pay Contractor all expenses, costs, and attorneys' fees incurred by Contractor. 7.Any legal action against the Contractor relating to this Agreement, or the breach thereof, shall be commenced within one (1) year from the date of performance of the work. 8.Contractor shall not be liable for any delay, loss, damage or detention caused by unavailability of machinery, equipment or materials, delay of carriers, strikes,( including those by Contractor's employees), lockouts, civil or military authority, priority regulations, insurrection or riot, action of the elements, forces of nature, or by any cause beyond its control. 9.To the fullest extent permitted by law, Customer shall indemnify and hold harmless Contractor, its affiliates, agents, and employees from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses (including but not limited to attorneys' fees) arising out of or resulting from the performance of work hereunder, provided that such claim, damage, loss or expense is caused in whole or in part by an active or passive act or omission of Customer, anyone directly or indirectly employed by Customer, or anyone for whose acts Customer may be liable, regardless of whether it is caused in party by the negligence of Contractor. 10.Customer shall make available to Contractor's personnel all pertinent Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) pursuant to OSHA'S Hazard Communication Standard Regulations. 11.Contractor's obligations under this Agreement and any subsequent agreements do not include the identification, abatement or removal of asbestos or any other toxic or hazardous substances, hazardous wastes or hazardous materials. In the event such substances, wastes and materials are encountered, Contractor's sole obligation will be to notify the Customer of their existence. Contractor shall have the right thereafter to suspend its work until such substances, wastes or materials and the resultant hazards are removed. The time for completion of the work under this Agreement shall be extended to the extent caused by the suspension and the Agreement price equitably adjusted. ## CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY | 5 12.Contractor expressly disclaims any and all responsibility and liability for the indoor air quality of the Customer's facility, including without limitation, injury or illness to occupants of the facility or third parties, or any damage to the Customer's facility, arising out of or in connection with the Contractor's work under this Agreement, including without limitation any illness, injury, or damage resulting in any manner from any fungus(es) or spore(s), any substance, vapor or gas produced by or arising out of any fungus(es) or spore(s), or any material, product, building component or structure that contains, harbors, nurtures or acts as a medium for any fungus(es) or spore(s). ## 13.UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES, WHETHER ARISING IN CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), EQUITY OR ## OTHERWISE, WILL CONTRACTOR BE RESPONSIBLE FOR LOSS OF USE, LOSS OF PROFIT, INCREASED OPERATING ## OR MAINTENANCE EXPENSES, CLAIMS OF CUSTOMER'S TENANTS OR CLIENTS, OR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR ## CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. ## CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY | 6 512.392.1155 | www.waterodyssey.com ## Creating Compelling Aquatic Play Experiences ## Honey Bear Buckets ™ The Honey Bear Buckets is a nature themed twist on the interactive Spin N’ Spill ™ . By moving the side handles, children maneuver and align the buckets to a fill position to control their dumping rate. This unit has a 3.5 GPD (gallons per dump) rating. ## FEATURES & BENEFITSACTIVITYMODEL: W347 ## 15-30 GPM/57-114 LPM ## Height: 13'-5"/409 CM • Stainless steel construction • Low profile rounded flanges are easy on the feet and reduce toe-stubbing • Coated with Aqua Armor - the most durable Chlorine, UV and vandal resistant coating in the industry • Can enhance your facility’s theme • ADA and ASTM compliant ## Themed Essentials ™ ## A CANVAS OF COLORS, SHAPES, TEXTURES & LIGHT ## RESOLUTION 26-42 ## A RESOLUTION ALLOWING STAFF TO PROCEED WITH AQUATICS ## IMPROVEMENTS AT THE BECKER COMMUNITY CENTER WHEREAS, The City of Becker owns and operates the Becker Community Center WHEREAS, The Becker Community Center features an aquatic center. WHEREAS, The aquatics center includes a spa, sauna, pool, waterslide, water feature, and various mechanical equipment to support it. WHEREAS, Much of that infrastructure and equipment is aging and need of updates and repairs. WHEREAS, When budgeting for 2026 capital improvements were identified to restore and update this space. WHEREAS, Staff engaged multiple vendors within multiple scopes to give recommendations and complete projects during the 2026 year. NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Becker City Council hereby authorizes The Becker Community Center staff to proceed with aquatics improvements as shown in the attached request for council action (RCA). ## Mark Kolbinger ___________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann ___________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid ___________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. ______________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _____________________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk Resolution 26 -42 Page 2 ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of ______________, 2026 by _________________________________________. _______________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Drafted by: ## Brandii Thomas, Recreation and Leisure Services Manager ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 ## Agenda Item Description: Approval from council allowing staff to proceed with aquatics improvements at the Becker Community ## Center ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Recreation & Leisure Services / Brandii Thomas / bthomas@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-400-4721 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: 1. Bids for Filters, & Water Feature Install ## 2. Bids for Pool Plaster & Suction Grates ## 3. Bids for Pool Deck Flooring 4. Bids for Paint ## 5. Bid for Water Slide Repair ## 6. Bid for Mechanical Room Reorganization ## 7. Water Feature Details ## 8. Aquatics Rendering ## 9. Heat Exchange Pump and Valve Photo 10. Resolution 26-42 ## Consent Agenda: Yes No X ## Board Commission / Committee Action: The Becker Community Center, built in 1994, is now 32 years old and has served as a cornerstone of the community for decades. The facility supports more than 2,000 members and welcomes thousands of users each month. At the heart of the center is its aquatic facility, featuring a pool, hot tub, and sauna— amenities that provide both recreation and wellness opportunities for all ages. Young children build confidence and learn to swim in the zero-depth entry area, while adults take advantage of lap swimming and water exercise. Despite its longstanding importance to the community, many of the pool’s core elements—including critical mechanical systems—have seen minimal updates over the years. As part of the 2026 Capital Improvement Project, the Becker Community Center aims to modernize these essential components to extend the lifespan of the facility, enhance safety, and create a refreshed, inviting environment for all users. This project has been discussed at great length over the last year between multiple departments. ## Mechanical Room Upgrades This project will include relocating and replacing the existing heat exchanger, moving it from the upstairs building mechanical room to the pool mechanical room. This change will allow for the removal of two outdated pumps—one of which is nearing failure—as well as the replacement of old, rusted valves that have become inefficient and pose potential operating concerns. By modernizing these critical components and optimizing their location, the new heat exchanger system will improve overall efficiency, reliability, and safety within the aquatic facility. McDowell Companies was selected due to our existing service contract for our boiler systems, and their familiarity with our facility. ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Sand Filter Replacements The project will also include replacing the sand filters in both the spa and pool systems, with each requiring two filters. One of the existing spa filters is currently cracked and in need of immediate replacement. Given the unknown age of the remaining spa filter, it is most practical and cost-effective to replace both at the same time to avoid staggered failures. The pool filters are at least 16 years old, and both the tanks and internal components are now obsolete, making repairs or part replacements no longer feasible. In the event of a failure, lead times for new filters could result in an unexpected pool closure of 5–7 months. While replacing the pool filters now represents a higher upfront investment, it provides critical reliability and mitigates the risk of extended downtime due to aging infrastructure. We solicited quotes from Horizon Commercial Pools and Aqua Logic. We are recommending using Horizon Commercial Pools. ## Pool Surface Replacement, and Suction Grates This project will include replastering the pool, which is completed on an as-needed basis and is now necessary due to several visible and structural concerns. The pool basin is showing signs of aging, including hairline cracks along the bottom, surface staining, and deteriorating plaster that is beginning to expose rebar, which has started to rust. There is no record of the pool being replastered in its 30-year lifespan; while it was sanded and cleaned in 2019, the underlying plaster was not replaced. In addition to the plaster work, the existing tile will be replaced due to ongoing staining and wear. The project will also address compliance requirements by replacing the drain covers, which are set to expire under code in 2028. Because drain cover replacement requires the pool to be fully drained, it is both efficient and cost-effective to complete this work concurrently with the replastering. Together, these improvements will restore the pool’s structural integrity, enhance its appearance, and ensure continued compliance and safety for users. We received quotes from Senior Pools, and Horizon Commercial Pools on this project. We are recommending working with Horizon Commercial Pools. ## Pool Deck Flooring The current pool deck consists of an epoxied surface covered with non-slip mats that have become both unsightly and problematic. The mats frequently bunch up, creating potential trip hazards, and make it difficult to maintain a clean and sanitary environment. After touring facilities such as Shoreview and Maple Grove Community Centers, staff explored modern alternatives and identified Aqua Tile as a similar surface to what other area community centers have. We explored flooring options from Horizon, Fischer Brothers, and Aqua Tile by Safety Flooring Solutions. We are recommending Aqua Tile by Safety Flooring Solutions. Aqua Tile provides a safe, durable, and low-maintenance flooring option designed specifically for aquatic environments. Its slip-resistant surface improves traction when wet, while the material resists damage from pool chemicals and maintains its appearance over time. The modular design allows for efficient installation and easy replacement, and the foam-based structure adds comfort for lifeguards and cushioning to help reduce injuries from slips and falls. This flooring will cover the entire pool deck, except under the water slide, which will be completed in 2029 when the waterslide is replaced. ## Water Feature Replacement The existing yellow mushroom water feature is original to the building and has become less effective over time. Due to its high water volume and noise level, we have seen a decline in engagement, particularly among younger children. While the zero-depth entry area remains a popular space for preschool and elementary-aged users, this feature no longer aligns with the needs and preferences of the community. We are proposing an upgraded water feature that is more visually appealing, aligns with the overall theme of the space, and is designed to be interactive and engaging for children. This improvement will better support play, creativity, and a positive user experience in the aquatic area. This water feature will also require an updated pump adjusted to the appropriate flow rate for the features needs. We explored play features from multiple vendors including Vortex, Aquatix, and Water Odyssey. The feature that was selected is from Water Odyssey by way of Horizon Commercial Pools. ## Structural Paint The pool area features large metal structural beams along the southern wall that support the window system. The existing paint on these beams is chipping, chalky, and no longer aligns with the current color scheme of the space. As part of this project, the beams will be repainted to create a cohesive, refreshed appearance within the aquatic area. The epoxy flooring in the observation deck area located in the northeast corner of the pool will remain uncovered by Aqua Tile. To ensure visual consistency, this surface will be recoated with a similar epoxy finish in a color that complements the new Aqua Tile flooring. Additionally, we are proposing to repaint the lower perimeter of the walls below the mural in a warmer tone that better complements the updated color scheme of the space. This improvement will not only enhance the overall aesthetic, but also refresh areas currently affected by chipping paint and staining, creating a cleaner and more cohesive appearance throughout the aquatic facility. We contacted 3 commercial painting companies. Fransen Decorating, JP Coatings, and High Performance Coatings. We are recommending going with High Performance Coatings. ## Sauna Refurbishment & Heating Element The current heating element for the sauna has reached the end of its expected service life and is in need of replacement. The proposed solution is to install a new heating element that is compatible with the existing structure and electrical wiring, minimizing disruption while restoring safe and reliable operation. In addition, the interior cedar boards of the sauna are showing significant signs of aging, including separation and wear. This deterioration not only impacts the overall appearance but also creates conditions where moisture could become trapped, increasing the potential for mold growth behind the panels. Replacing the interior cedar will improve aesthetics, address potential maintenance concerns, and extend the overall lifespan of the sauna. This project will be done with in house. Materials have been priced out. ## Water Slide Repair Small sections of the paint on the inside of the water slide is chipping. For safety, this needs to be sanded down and resealed. Fixing this will also extend the life of the slide until we can replace the whole structure in a future CIP cycle. In Lieu of multiple bids on this project we are working with the company that did the most recent waterslide refurbishment in 2019. ## Timeline These projects are expected to be completed in a 6-week time period beginning in August 2026. If granted approval for the above project items, we will move forward with scheduling work to be completed. A large portion of the work will be completed by Horizon Commercial Pools, which allows for easier scheduling, and ensuring the timeline is compatible. Our priority is optimizing the time that the pool is shut down by scheduling projects concurrently wherever possible. During the time that the pool area is shut down, BCC members will have the option to utilize the Monticello Community Center aquatic facility at no additional cost. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: $529,000 has been budgeted in the 2026 CIP for this project. In total, the above items will cost $513,293.45. There is a variance of $15,716.55 for any unexpected costs. This project is not to exceed the allocated amount of $529,000. Overall, there are areas where we found a need for improvements that were more costly than budgeted such as the pool filter replacement cost. We were also able to find savings in other areas while still choosing high quality, and effective options for our facility. ## Pool Project Breakdown ## BUDGET COST VARIANCE Water Feature 65000 66926.83 -1926.83 Spa Filters 20000 28745.55 -8745.55 Pool Filters 30000 64500.07 -34500.07 ## Mechanical Room ## Upgrades 30000 22620 7380 Pool Plaster 115000 110291 4709 Suction Grates 14000 15900 -1900 Pool Deck 225000 169740 47000 Pool Structural Paint 10000 9080 920 Sauna Refurbishment 10000 3500 6500 Sauna Heating Element 10000 5500 4500 Water Slide Repairs 0 5000 -5000 Interior Paint 0 11480 -11480 ## TOTAL BUDGET TOTAL COST ## VARIANCE 529000 513293.45 15716.55 ## Action(s) Requested: 1. Motion and second to adopt Resolution 26- 42 allowing The Becker Community Center staff to proceed with aquatics improvements as presented. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Josh Kuha Date: 4/30/26 ## ***REVISED*** ## Consent Agenda: May 5, 2026 All items listed under the consent agenda are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be enacted by one motion and one vote by a majority of the members present. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a City Council member so requests. Any Consent Agenda item may be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate subject of discussion by the City Council. ## A. Hiring and Termination Report B. Authorize the Tuesday, May 5, 2026, payment of claims as presented. The claims listing has been provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view at City Hall upon request. Total claims: $559,657.25. C. Authorize electronic transactions as presented in the 3/31/2026 Journal. The Journal has been provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view at City Hall upon request. ## D. Council Meeting Minutes from April 21, 2026 ## E. Executive Meeting Minutes from April 21, 2026 ## F. 2027 Budget Calendar • Resolution 26-34 ## G. New Cannabis Microbusiness License Registration ## H. Agreement with MPCA for Well Monitoring • Resolution 26-39 ## I. Acceptance of 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Audit • Resolution 26-33 ## CITY OF BECKER ## PERSONNEL HIRING/TERMINATION REPORT ## FIRST NAMELAST NAMEDEPARTMENTJOB TITLESTART DATESTATUS ## Lewis ## H. ## Golf OpsStarter/Ranger5/6/2026Seasonal ## Brenda ## S. ## Golf OpsBeverage Cart5/6/2026Seasonal ## Mason ## T. ## BCCRec. Att.5/6/2026Part-Time ## Ben ## R. ## BCC ## Rec. Att.5/6/2026Part-Time ## FIRST NAMELAST NAMEDEPARTMENTJOB TITLEEND DATESTATUS ## AudrinaB.BCCAZ Assistant 4/18/2026Part-Time ## Danyell ## F. ## BCCRec. Att. - BCC4/28/2026Part-Time ## PiperD.BCCAZ Assistant4/28/2026 ## Part-Time ## THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE NEED CITY COUNCIL APPROVAL TO BE HIRED ## THE FOLLOWING PEOPLE HAVE TERMINATED EMPLOYMENT ## PLEASE NOTE THESE MINUTES ARE IN DRAFT FORM AND ARE NOT TO BE PUBLISHED IN ANY MANNER UNTIL ## THE CITY COUNCIL HAS REVIEWED AND APPROVED THEM FOR PUBLICATION ## City of Becker City Council Meeting April 21, 2026 Page 1 of 3 ## City of Becker ## City Council Regular Meeting of April 21, 2026 The Becker City Council met in regular session at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21 , 2026, at 12060 Sherburne Avenue, Becker. Present-Councilmembers: Mayor Mark Kolbinger, Rick Hendrickson, Robin Dingmann, Becky Olmscheid. Absent: Mike Doering. Guests were in attendance. 1. Mayor Kolbinger called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. 2. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3. Changes to agenda: The Consent Agenda has been revised. 4. Motion by Hendrickson, second by Olmscheid to approve the agenda for April 21, 2026, as revised. All in favor, motion carried. 5. Guests and Open Forum: Hilary Dawson, Library Services Coordinator, for the Becker Public Library gave a presentation on the services the library provides. She provided statistics on the borrowers and the materials circulated. She provided a list of new activities presented in 2025 and thanked all the partnerships for their contribution to a successful library. ## 6. Committee Reports, Presentation, Awards ## A. Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting-Sarah ## Rathlisberger representing the MN Government Finance Officers Association explained the process to apply for the recognition. This distinction shows the city goes beyond the basics for financial reporting. There is a list of over 600 items that need to be completed as part of the application. This certificate is for fiscal year 2024. This is the third year the city has received the achievement. The reporting shows transparency and helps in receiving higher bond ratings. Job well done. ## B. The EDA met on April 13. The reserve funds and ideas to use them were discussed. Nothing was decided. They received planning updates on Luann Drive. The ## Fire Board met last night. The audit will be presented in June. Calls to date are similar to 2025. The grass rig is being rebuilt, and a new computer needs to be purchased. 7. Public Hearings-Mayor Kolbinger opened the public hearing at 5:14 PM. Jacob Sanders explained the change to the Building Permit Fee Schedule. Rum River goes by the State Building Code Fee Schedule; Becker goes by the 1997 schedule. The new schedule is more transparent on how some fees are calculated. Public were invited to participate and no one did. Motion by Hendrickson, second by Dingmann to close the public hearing at 5:16 pm. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Dingmann, second by Olmscheid to adopt Ordinance #301, 2 nd Series and Ordinance #301, 2 nd ## Series, Exhibit A. All in favor, motion carried. Motion by Dingmann, second by Olmscheid to approve Ordinance #301, 2 nd Series and Ordinance #301, 2 nd Series, Exhibit A Summary for publishing. All in favor, motion carried. ## 8. Board, Committee and Consultant Reports A. Pond Lining-Hole #10 at Pebble Creek – Phil Knutson provided the context of the need to complete this project as it ties into the County Road 23/Edgewood projects this ## PLEASE NOTE THESE MINUTES ARE IN DRAFT FORM AND ARE NOT TO BE PUBLISHED IN ANY MANNER UNTIL ## THE CITY COUNCIL HAS REVIEWED AND APPROVED THEM FOR PUBLICATION ## City of Becker City Council Meeting April 21, 2026 Page 2 of 3 summer. Pond #10 will provide drainage collection for the streets when they are improved. This is the most cost-effective way to route runoff. G&M will also connect Pond #10 to Pond #4 with underground piping to help with water from the streets. The project bid is $115,389 and will be paid for with streets funds from Edgewood. Motion by Hendrickson, second by Olmscheid to adopt Resolution 26-29 allowing staff to enter into a contract with G&M Companies for the pond liner project on Hole 10 at Pebble Creek Golf Course. All in favor, motion carried. B. 2026 Street Improvements Bid Award – Phil Knutson presented the lowest bid received for this season’s street improvements. There were two base bids and one alternate bid. The lowest bid was from Capital Paving for $1,337,622.38 which includes the alternate. The engineers estimate was $1,750,566.62 so bids received were very favorable. The projects will be paid thru various CIP funds and a developer. Motion by Olmscheid, second by Henrickson to adopt Resolution 26-30 awarding a contract for the 2026 Street Improvement Project. All in favor, motion carried. C. 2026 Street Life Extension-Micro surfacing – Chris Lisson explained the process of micro surfacing to extend the life of pavement. This application can extend the life of the street by 6-10 years. The streets have been identified and bids were advertised. A portion of the funds will come from the MSAS for general street maintenance and Streets CIP. Motion by Dingmann, second by Hendrickson to adopt Resolution 26-26 authorizing staff to contract with Astech to complete micro surfacing work as described for a price not to exceed $128,600. All in favor, motion carried. ## 9. Administrator and Staff Reports A. Building Official Professional Services Agreement – At the last executive session, Rum River presented their proposal for fee schedule and a draft services agreement. Jacob Sanders provided the new contract which was reviewed by the city attorney. The current contract with Rum River is for $95/hour which will be cost-prohibitive. Motion by Hendrickson, second by Olmscheid to adopt Resolution 26-27 approving the professional services agreement with Rum River Consultants for designated building official services. All in favor, motion carried. ## B. Northland Securities TIF Assistance Professional Services Agreement-The city has received TIF applications for two potential districts as part of the LuAnn Drive SE housing development. Jacob Sanders had engaged with Northland Securities as they serve as the city’s public finance consultant. Since there is not existing contract, Northland presented an agreement to analyze the TIF proposals. Motion by Olmscheid, second by Dingmann to adopt Resolution 26-28 approving the professional services agreement with Northland Securities, Inc. for TIF analysis assistance. All in favor, motion carried. C. Proposed Change to Section 6.27 of City Code, Hours of Operation for Massage Establishments-Greg Lerud updated the language in the code to allow the current 6 AM – 9 PM hours to expand thru the weekend. This request was presented at the last council meeting. Motion by Hendrickson, second by Olmscheid to approve Ordinance 300, 2 nd Series, revising Section 6.27, Subdivision 11, Paragraph 10 of the Becker City Code, changing hours of operation for licensed Massage establishments. The ordinance will become effective upon passage and publication. All in favor, motion carried. ## PLEASE NOTE THESE MINUTES ARE IN DRAFT FORM AND ARE NOT TO BE PUBLISHED IN ANY MANNER UNTIL ## THE CITY COUNCIL HAS REVIEWED AND APPROVED THEM FOR PUBLICATION ## City of Becker City Council Meeting April 21, 2026 Page 3 of 3 D. Insurance Agent Request for Proposals-Greg Lerud provided the background on the insurance. The coverage is from the League of MN Cities and the agent is Corporate Four. They have been the agent for many years, and the city has been satisfied. Two local agents have approached the city. It is a good time to publish an RFP to review options. Motion by Dingmann, second by Hendrickson to approve the RFP and authorize publication. All in favor, motion carried. 10. Consent Agenda: Greg Lerud presented the following revised consent agenda: ## a. Hiring Termination Report b. Payment of the Bills - Authorize the Tuesday, April 21, 2026 payment of claims as presented. The claims listing has been provided to the city council as a separate document and is available upon request for public view at city hall. The total claims are $334,242.68. c. Authorize Electronic Transactions as presented in the 2/28/2026 Journal. The Journal has been provided to City Council as a separate document and is available for public view at City Hall upon request. ## d. Minutes – April 7, 2026 City Council Meeting e. Minutes – April 7, 2026 Executive Session f. Minutes - April 9, 2026 Local Board of Appeal & Equalization ## g. Axon Fleet System Addition ## h. Farm Lease Agreement – Kasowski Group Motion by Hendrickson, second by Olmscheid to approve the revised consent agenda as presented. All in favor, motion carried. 11. Motion by Hendrickson, second by Dingmann to adjourn the meeting at 5:48 p.m. All in favor, motion carried. ___________________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk ## PLEASE NOTE THESE MINUTES ARE IN DRAFT FORM AND ARE NOT TO BE PUBLISHED IN ANY MANNER ## UNTIL THE CITY COUNCIL HAS REVIEWED AND APPROVED THEM FOR PUBLICATION ## Executive Session Minutes April 21, 2026 Page 1 of 1 ## Executive Session April 21, 2026 Attendance: Mayor Mark Kolbinger, Councilmembers Rick Hendrickson, Robin Dingmann and Becky Olmscheid . City Administrator Greg Lerud, Public Services Director Phil Knutson, Police Chief Chris Lindbloom, Public Works & Parks Assistant Director Chris Lisson, Finance Director ## Mark Ebensteiner, Community Development Director Jacob Sanders, Financial Analyst Lorrie Franz, City Clerk Shannon Mortenson and Deputy Clerk Susan Nache. The Executive Session was called to order at 5:50 p.m. In January, there was a discussion at executive session on solid waste. The current code on solid waste is very brief. Lerud drafted a more extensive ordinance to open discussion. There was discussion on hours of service, days, how many providers are allowed, mandatory recycling. Lerud was directed to provide a list of current providers and what is required by State law for recycling. This topic will be at a future executive session. The Mayor provided a USPS update. They are negotiating on a piece of property in Becker. When they purchase, it still takes a number of months to obtain funding from the Federal government to build a facility. The subject of data centers came up. Area communities are grappling with the topic. Becker has been dealing with data centers for a decade. When the Realtor’s Round Table was held the biggest concern was replacing the tax base with the closing of Sherco and solar farms. The executive session finished at 6:34 p.m. ___________________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk ## Agenda Item Description: ## 2027 Budget Calendar ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Finance / Mark Ebensteiner/ mebensteiner@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4250 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: 1. 2027 Budget Calendar 2. Resolution 26-34 ## Consent Agenda: Yes X No ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issue: As the 2027 budget process is starting up, finance staff wanted to propose a detailed budget schedule. This will assist budget contributors with sticking to established deadlines and set formal dates for both staff meetings and formal council presentations. The intent is also to provide transparency to the public regarding budget preparation. Included in this calendar is a Special Meeting / Council Executive session on July 14, 2026, from 5:00- 7:00 PM. This meeting will be a preliminary budget workshop focused on capital projects. ## Board Commission / Committee Action: ## None ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: ## None ## Action(s) Requested: 1. A motion and second adopting the Consent Agenda is sufficient to approve the budget calendar including adopting Resolution 26-34; a resolution scheduling a special meeting/executive session for 2027 budget workshop. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Pull for Further Discussion ## 2. Do Not Adopt ## 3. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Mark Ebensteiner Date: 4/28/2026 ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Joint Meeting ## Budget Regular Meeting ## DescriptionStart Submission DatesReview MeetingExec Session ## Preliminary Budget Development/PlanningMonday, May 11, 2026 Preparation of CIP budget spreadsheetsMonday, May 11, 2026Monday, June 8, 2026n/a ## Establish Budget Assumptions (Review with B/F Committee and Leadership) Monday, May 11, 2026Tuesday, May 19, 2026Thursday, May 21, 2026 2027 Salary SpreadsheetMonday, May 11, 2026Thursday, May 28, 2026n/a Distribution of budget worksheets (via miViewpoint) to departments. Thursday, June 11, 2026 These will include preliminary assumptions for 2027 wage actions, health insurance costs, worker’s compensation rates and other employee benefit costs. LPI Collaboration meeting - CapitalMonday, June 15, 2026 LPI Collaboration meeting - OperationsThursday, October 15, 2026 ## Consideration of Becker Joint Fire Department BudgetJuly 20, 2026 (joint meeting with township hosted by Fire Board) Capital Projects - Budget PreparationMonday, June 8, 2026July 14, 2026 AdministrationMonday, July 6, 2026Thursday, July 9, 2026(Special Session) PoliceMonday, July 6, 2026Thursday, July 9, 20265PM -7PM ## Economic Development AuthorityMonday, July 6, 2026Thursday, July 9, 2026 Public WorksMonday, July 6, 2026Thursday, July 9, 2026 ParksMonday, July 6, 2026Thursday, July 9, 2026 Community CenterFriday, August 7, 2026Thursday, August 13, 2026August 18, 2026 ## Pebble Creek Golf CourseFriday, August 7, 2026Thursday, August 13, 2026 StreetsFriday, August 7, 2026Thursday, August 13, 2026 Governmental Funds Preliminary Budget WorkshopThursday, June 11, 2026Thursday, July 9, 2026July 21, 2026 ## General Fund RevenuesTuesday, July 14, 2026 AdministrationTuesday, July 14, 2026 PoliceTuesday, July 14, 2026 ## Public WorksTuesday, July 14, 2026 ParksTuesday, July 14, 2026 ## Community CenterTuesday, July 14, 2026 ## Economic DevelopmentThursday, July 16, 2026 ## Pebble Creek Golf CourseThursday, July 16, 2026 ## Debt ServiceThursday, July 16, 2026 Overflow items not covered on 7/21/2026August 5, 2026 Preliminary Budget and Levy ApprovalTuesday, July 21, 2026Friday, August 14, 2026September 1, 2026 ## Budget and Finance Check-In MeetingThursday, August 20, 2026 City Manager and Finance to review and make final adjustmentsTuesday, August 25, 2026 September 1 council packet submission deadlineThursday, August 27, 2026 ## Backup Meeting - Preliminary Budget and Levy ApprovalSeptember 15, 2026 TBD if additional review/considerations necessary Certification of Preliminary Levy - Sherburne County and State of MNMonday, September 28, 2026 expected date Utility/Enterprise Funds Budget Preparation (Including CIP)Thursday, October 1, 2026Thursday, October 22, 2026November 4, 2026 ## Water UtilityThursday, October 29, 2026 ## Domestic Sanitary Sewer UtilityThursday, October 29, 2026 ## Industrial Sanitary Sewer UtilityThursday, October 29, 2026 ## Truth in Taxation Hearing/Budget PresentationDecember 1, 2026 2027 Budget/Levy approval ## 2027 Final Budget/Levy Approval Backup December 15, 2026 TBD if additional review/considerations necessary Certification of tax levy and other required formsMonday, December 28, 2026 expected date ## Budget Book Finalized, Printed and on City Website. February 2027 Summary budget form due to OSA by Jan. 31, 2027 Note: Internal budget review meeting date subject to change based on availability of staff. ## 2027 Budget Calendar ## RESOLUTION 26-34 ## A RESOLUTION SCHEDULING A SPECIAL MEETING/EXECUTIVE SESSION ## FOR 2027 BUDGET WORKSHOP WHEREAS, the City establishes a meeting calendar each year; and WHEREAS, the City begins working on the 2027 Budget in May 2026 and WHEREAS, a meeting was not established on the annual meeting calendar to conduct a 2027 Budget Workshop, NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Becker City Council approves the scheduling of the 2027 Budget Workshop on July 14, 2026 from 5:00 PM – ## 7:00 PM. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the meeting date will be added to all meeting calendars and posted accordingly. ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May, 2026. _____________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _____________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk Drafted by: ## Mark Ebensteiner, Finance Director ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 Resolution 26-34 Page 2 ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of ______________, 2026 by __________________________________________. _____________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement ## Agenda Item Description: ## New Cannabis Microbusiness License Registration ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Administration / Susan Nache / snache@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4248 Community Development / Austin Petersen / apetersen@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4260 ## Attachments: ## Yes No X ## Attachments Included: ## Consent Agenda: Yes X No ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: In 2023, the Minnesota Legislature adopted Minnesota Statutes Chapter 342, establishing a new statewide framework for the regulation of cannabis and hemp-derived products and creating the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) as the state agency responsible for licensing and oversight. Pursuant to City Code, the city is authorized to issue a maximum of two cannabis retail business registrations, separate from lower potency hemp edible registrations. Retail registrations are issued on a first-complete basis to the first two applicants that submit the required local registration fee, provide proof of a valid state cannabis retail license, and satisfy all applicable city requirements. This application represents the first cannabis retail registration submitted to the city meeting those criteria. The city has received a complete application for a new Cannabis Microbusiness License Registration from Great Cannabis LLC, to be located at 14275 Bank Street, Becker, MN 55308. ## Key Application Details • License Type: A Cannabis Microbusiness license issued by the State of Minnesota allows limited cannabis business activities as authorized under Minnesota Statutes Chapter 342. This application is specifically for the retail location only within the city. • Registration Fees: The registration fee is locally established by the city in accordance with Minnesota Statutes Chapter 342, which authorizes a maximum fee of $500 for initial registration and $1,000 for annual renewal per location. The applicant has submitted the required $500 initial registration fee. • Term of Registration: Cannabis retailer registrations do not follow the city’s standard calendar- year licensing cycle. Instead, each registration is valid from its approval date through the expiration date of the retailer’s annual state license. Cannabis registrations must be renewed annually by their expiration date. ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Staff Review & Recommendation Staff have verified that there are no delinquent taxes or utility charges associated with the property, and that the business entity is active and in good standing with the Minnesota Secretary of State. Based on staff review, the application meets the administrative requirements for issuance of a new Cannabis Microbusiness License Registration, and staff recommends approval. ## Board Commission / Committee Action: ## None ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: ## None ## Action(s) Requested: 1. Motion and second to approve the Consent Agenda is sufficient to approve the new Cannabis Microbusiness License Registration for Great Cannabis LLC. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Pull for Further Discussion ## 2. Do Not Adopt ## 3. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Shannon Mortenson Date: April 28, 2026 ## Agenda Item Description: Authorizing a test well agreement with the MPCA for well monitoring – Well #6 ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Public Services / Phil Knutson / pknutson@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4245 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: 1. Copy of proposed agreement 2. Resolution 26-39 ## Consent Agenda: Yes X No ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: Becker has been part of the PFAS study for several years now, looking at both our water supply and the wastewater process. Well #6 has tested near the recommended level for municipal water supplies, with a couple of the quarterly samples exceeding the recommended limit but the rolling 12-month average below the recommended levels. Because of this, the MPCA has requested to work with the city to site three monitoring wells within the city to see if they can identify the source of the potential PFAS. These two sites are in the industrial park; a third site is at the fire department with the Joint Powers Fire Board approving an agreement for that site already. Since the original identification of the PFAS, city staff have been working with the MPCA on monitoring and testing, this is the next step in that process. ## Board Commission / Committee Action: This was first received and discussed on April 17 th , with full details given last week. Because of the timing, it was not discussed at the PWC or council level. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: There is no cost to the process, everything is covered by the MPCA. We will have some staff hours involved, but all hours will be within the normal work week and flow. ## Action(s) Requested: 1. Approval of the Consent Agenda is sufficient to move the agreement forward. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Greg Lerud Date: April 30, 2026 ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled https://www.pca.state.mn.us • 651-296-6300 • 800-657-3864 • Use your preferred relay service • Available in alternative formats c-s2-01 • 8/26/20 Page 1 of 2 ## Access Agreement ## Between Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and City of Becker ## Superfund and Site Assessment Programs ## Doc Type: Access Agreement ## Background The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is investigating and/or remediating a release or threatened release of hazardous substances and pollutants or contaminants in and around properties owned by the City of Becker, identified as Sherburne County Parcels 60-00490-0205, 60-001415-001, and 60-00131-1005 in addition to 107 th ## Street Southeast and Industrial Boulevard right of way, as depicted on figures in Attachment 1, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference (the “Property”). The MPCA is authorized to enter the Property to take these actions under Minn. Stat. § 115B.17, subd. 4 and § 115.04, subd. 3. ## Agreement 1. Parties. The Parties to this Agreement are: ## A. Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA); and B. City of Becker (“Property Owner”). 2. Access. The Property Owner hereby consents and provides authorization to the MPCA, its employees, agents, and contractors to enter the Property for the following purposes: A. To investigate and/or take such response actions as the MPCA deems necessary to respond to the release or threatened release of hazardous substances and pollutants or contaminants at the Property, including collecting analytical soil, groundwater, and surface water samples as depicted in Attachment 1. To facilitate groundwater sampling, MPCA contractors will advance temporary borings and stage investigation- derived-waste as depicted in Attachment 1. The precise location of the groundwater boring will be determined in the field following subgrade utility locating including positive identification via a vacuum truck (‘potholing’). 3. MPCA obligations. The MPCA will notify the Property Owner at least 48 hours before entering the Property. Work will be conducted during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., unless the MPCA receives permission to conduct work during different hours. 4. MPCA and Property Owner precautions regarding work. A. The MPCA will conduct its activities to avoid unreasonable interference with the use of the Property. If the MPCA must disturb any portion of the Property, the MPCA will restore the property as close to its original condition as is reasonably possible under the circumstances. B. The Property Owner will take reasonable precautions to ensure that the equipment of MPCA and its contractors on the property is not damaged, and that the work being conducted by MPCA, its employees, agents and contractors is not disrupted. 5. Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Permits and well sealing. The MPCA will obtain all necessary MDH permits for installation and maintenance of any borings, monitoring wells, remediation wells, and/or water wells installed by MPCA or its contractors, should they be necessary. All borings, monitoring wells, remediation wells and/or water wells will be installed, and upon completion of all necessary sampling or remediation, will be sealed in accordance with state law and MDH rules. 6. Notification. Unless otherwise specified, written requests or other documents sent to the Property Owner shall be addressed to: Chris Lisson – Public Works and Parks Assistant Director, City of Becker ## 14398 Central Avenue, Becker, MN 55308 Direct: 763-200-4259 Cell: 612-619-5655 clisson@ci.becker.mn.us All reports or other documents sent to the MPCA shall be addressed to: ## Lindsay Brown ## 520 Lafayette Road North, Saint Paul, MN 55155 https://www.pca.state.mn.us • 651-296-6300 • 800-657-3864 • Use your preferred relay service • Available in alternative formats c-s2-01 • 8/26/20 Page 2 of 2 Office: 651-757-2347 ## Lindsay.Brown@state.mn.us 7. MPCA Liability. The MPCA shall be liable for injury to or loss of property, or personal injury or death, caused by an act or omission of any employee of the State in the performance of the work described above, under the circumstances where the State, if a private person, would be liable to the claimant, in accordance with Minn. Stat. § 3.736. 8. Effective date. This Agreement shall be effective upon the date it is signed by the MPCA. 9. Termination. This Access Agreement shall terminate six months from the Effective Date above unless extended by written mutual agreement of the MPCA and Property Owner or terminate fifteen (15) days after notification by either party to terminate the Access Agreement at an earlier date. 10. Rights of MPCA reserved. Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to limit or diminish the right of the MPCA to take any action authorized by Minnesota Environmental Response and Liability Act (MERLA) or other law with respect to any release or threatened release of a hazardous substance or pollutant or contaminant. ## Certification By signing my name below, I certify the above statements to be true and correct, to the best of my knowledge, and that this information can be used for the purpose of processing this form. ## MPCA Authorized Representative Property Owner Print name: Print name: ## Title: ## Title: Date (mm/dd/yyyy): Date (mm/dd/yyyy): ## Signature: ## Signature: – Check if electronically signing and type name in Signature field. I certify that I have electronically signed this document. – Check if electronically signing and type name in Signature field. I certify that I have electronically signed this document. Attachment 1 ## RESOLUTION 26-39 ## A RESOLUTION ALLOWING STAFF TO CONTRACT WITH THE MPCA ON ## MONITORING WELLS FOR WELL #6 WHEREAS, the City of Becker owns and maintains municipal wells and water supply infrastructure; and WHEREAS, the city works with MDH and MPCA to meet and exceed all testing standards; and WHEREAS, with the recent inclusion of PFAS testing, the city continues to work with both parties to regarding parameters for initial testing limits; and WHEREAS, Well #6 has tested positive for PFAS, with an average below the initial parameters; and WHEREAS, the city and the MPCA are working to try and identify a ground source causing the issue; and WHEREAS, the proposed agreement has the MPCA covering all costs associated with the prosed work; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Becker City Council hereby authorizes staff to contract with the MPCA for monitoring ground and surface water as described in the attached agreement. ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson __________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Adopted this 5 th day of May 2026. _____________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _____________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk Resolution 26-39 Page 2 ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this ____ day of ______________, 2026 by __________________________________________. _____________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Drafted by: ## Phil Knutson, Public Services Director ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308 ## Agenda Item Description: ## 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Audit ## Originating Department / Preparer / Email / Phone: Finance / Mark Ebensteiner / mebensteiner@ci.becker.mn.us / 763-200-4250 ## Attachments: ## Yes X No ## Attachments Included: 1. 2025 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (click here to access) 2. 2025 Executive Governance Summary (click here to access) 3. 2025 Other Required Reports (click here to access) 4. Resolution 26-33 ## Consent Agenda: Yes X No ## Introduction / Background / Justification / Key / Legal Issues: The City prepares an Annual Financial Report. In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, the financial statements within the City’s Report must be audited on an annual basis. In addition, the city has elected to complete an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, which meets and exceeds these requirements. The audit has been completed by Abdo, who will present at the May 5, 2026, council meeting to review the results of the audit with the City Council. A short summary of each of the three documents attached is below: ## The Annual Comprehensive Financial Report This is a document regarding the finances of the City of Becker and is prepared by the City. The Report includes narrative discussion, financial statements, note disclosures, statistical information, and much more. Maybe the most important aspect of the Report is the Independent Auditor’s Report which is issued by our external, independent audit firm, Abdo. The audit report outlines that the City has received an unmodified opinion, also known as a clean opinion, and is the best opinion that can be given. This is the fourth year the city has gone beyond the minimum requirements of generally accepted accounting principles and prepared an annual comprehensive financial report (ACFR) that demonstrates a spirit of transparency and full disclosure. The City submitted for and was awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the 2024 ACFR which was the third consecutive receipt of the award. The City will submit the 2025 report for consideration of the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting (COA) program for the fourth year. The goal of the program is not to assess the financial health of participating governments, but rather to ensure that users of their financial statements have the information they need to do so themselves. ## Executive Governance Summary This document is prepared by Abdo and is a required communications related to the audit. ## REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION ## MEETING DATE: May 5, 2026 ## CITY COUNCIL ACTION  Approved  Denied  Amended  Tabled ## Other Required Reports This document is prepared by Abdo and includes the Independent Auditor’s Report on MN Legal Compliance and a Report on Internal Controls over Financial Reporting. ## Board Commission / Committee Action: Budget and Finance Committee received a presentation from Abdo and reviewed information on 4/23/2026 and suggested approval. ## Budgetary / Fiscal Impact: ## N/A ## Action(s) Requested: 1. Motion and second to accept the Consent Agenda is sufficient to adopt Resolution 26-33 adopting the annual comprehensive financial report and audit results for the year ended December 31, 2025. ## Alternatives: ## 1. Do Not Adopt ## 2. Table for More Information ## Reviewed by: Lorrie Franz Date: 04/28/2026 ## RESOLUTION 26-33 ## ADOPTING THE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE ## YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2025 WHEREAS, the City prepares an Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (the Report); and WHEREAS, the Report contains the financial statements for the City of Becker which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP), as applied to governmental units by the ## Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB); and WHEREAS, the Report also contains the financial statements and required information for the City of Becker in accordance with the requirements of the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting program, as established by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States of America; and WHEREAS, the financial statements have been subjected to a statutorily required audit, which has been conducted by Abdo, an independent CPA firm; and WHEREAS, Abdo opined that the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the respective financial position of the City of Becker for the year ended December 31, 2025; and WHEREAS, said Report and the documents summarizing the audit process have been distributed to and discussed with the City Council on May 5, 2026. ## NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the City of Becker for the year ended December 31, 2025, and all supporting documentation, is hereby adopted as the official financial record for said fiscal year. ## Mark Kolbinger __________ Rick Hendrickson__________ ## Robin Dingmann __________ Mike Doering __________ ## Becky Olmscheid __________ Resolution 26-33 Page 2 Adopted this 5th day of May 2026. ________________________________ ## Mayor Mark Kolbinger ## Attest: _______________________________ ## Shannon Mortenson, City Clerk ## STATE OF MINNESOTA } ## COUNTY OF SHERBURNE } SS. The foregoing instrument was acknowledged before me this _____ day of _______________, 2026 by _______________________________________________. _____________________________________ Signature of person taking acknowledgement Drafted by: ## Mark Ebensteiner, Finance Director ## 12060 Sherburne Ave ## Becker, MN 55308