Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Ottertail Fire and Rescue.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
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Ottertail
County
The county where this buyer is located.
Otter Tail
Phone Number
Contact phone number for this buyer.
218-367-2250
Zip Code
Postal code for this buyer's location.
56571
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
AI Adoption Score
How likely this buyer is to adopt new AI technologies.
Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Ottertail Fire and Rescue
The session included a public hearing to review Ordinance 2025-03 concerning the amendment to the Farm Animal Ordinance, which was subsequently passed to set a maximum of six hens. During the regular meeting, the amended ordinance was formally accepted. The consent agenda, which included approving prior minutes, certifying delinquent utilities, and approving a Special Event Permit Application for Snowmobile Races scheduled for January 2026, was passed. Fire Department reports detailed 2025 call statistics and the purchase of new wildland gear with donation funds. The OTCEPAC report highlighted the importance of maintaining an AI policy, evacuation plans, and funding concerns for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Engineer agenda items involved reviewing the preliminary report for Ottertail Avenue & China Street improvements, leading to the adoption of a resolution calling for a hearing on these improvements. In Old Business, the Council directed staff to proceed with the bonding option for the Fire Hall Expansion project planning. New Business included accepting donations and authorizing the terms of engagement with the CPA firm for the 2025 Audit.
The public hearing addressed taxation matters for the upcoming year. Key discussion points included the agreement on the total levy amount at $823,111.00, which represents a 5.6% increase from the previous year and incorporates $56,244.00 for a 2017 GO Bond. Financial summaries for the General Fund ($960,185.00 balanced revenues and disbursements) and the Fire Department (Revenues: $85,955.00 and Disbursements: $158,180.00) were noted. The council unanimously approved Resolution 2025-49 setting the 2026 Operational Budget and Resolution 2025-50 Certifying the Final Levy of $823,111.00.
The council reviewed the proposed 2026 budget, discussing updates for the upcoming year. Road repairs and upgrades were examined, with a focus on China St and Ottertail Dr, and potential solutions for Lueders from 108 to tracks. Water rates were discussed, considering a 3% increase with 1% allocated to the water fund for future needs, including aging water meter replacements. Updates to the Lions Shelter were proposed, including repairs to swings, monkey bars, and playground surfacing. The need for repairs and maintenance to the city hall parking lot and sign was noted. Employee compensation was reviewed, including potential increases in medical insurance premiums, a 5% COLA adjustment, increased HSA contributions, and contributions to family health insurance plans. The MN Paid Family & Medical Leave program was presented, with the possibility of exploring private insurance carriers.
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