Overview: During a recent Otsego City Council meeting, a major focus was the potential establishment of a city-owned fire department, estimated to cost over $21 million. This proposal sparked debate among council members, with one expressing firm opposition due to the city’s current efficient service via contracted providers, which costs less. The council member emphasized that the funds required to establish a city-owned department could instead support 15 years of current contract services. Despite these concerns, a motion related to payment for ongoing fire station project work was passed, highlighting the council’s continued . . .