HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 06-22-2021Adopted Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
June 22, 2021
Mayor Wosje called a Regular Meeting of the Plymouth City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, on June 22, 2021.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Wosje, Councilmembers Carroll, McGregor, Roehl, Davis, Willis, and Prom.
Councilmember McGregor participated remotely.
COUNCIL ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Callister,Community Development Director Juetten, Public Safety
Director Fadden, Economic Development Manager Parr, Fire Chief Coppa,Senior Planner Drill, Parks and
Recreation Director Evans, Recreation Manager Kemp, City Engineer LaBounty, City Attorney Mattick,
and City Clerk Engdahl.
Plymouth Forum
There was no one present to address the Council.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
There were no presentations or Public Information Announcements.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Carroll, and seconded by Councilmember Prom,to approve the
agenda. With all members voting in favor,the motion carried.
Consent Agenda
Item No. 6.5 was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item No. 8.3.
Item No. 6.10 was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item No.
8.4.
Motion was made by Councilmember Prom, and seconded by Councilmember Willis,to adopt the
Consent Agenda that included the following items:
6.1) Council Meeting Minutes from Special and Regular Meetings of June 8, 2021.
Adopted Minutes Page 1 of 8 Regular Meeting of June 22, 2021
6.2) Resolution Approving Disbursements ending June 11, 2021 (Res2021-157).
6.3) Resolution Approving Payment No. 5 and Final for the Dunkirk Lane Street and Utility
Improvements (13015- Res2021-172).
6.4) Resolution Approving Renewed Lease Agreement with T-Mobile Central LLC, a Delaware Limited
Liability Company for Water Tower located at 4425 Zachary Lane (Res2021-173) and Resolution
Approving Lease Renewal Agreement with T-Mobile Central LLC, Delaware Limited Liability Company for
Water Tower located at 4000 County Road 101 (Res2021-174).
6.5) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item
No. 8.3).
6.6) Resolution Granting Approval for Hennepin County Housing and Redevelopment Authority to
Provide Financial Assistance to an Affordable Housing Project Located in the City of Plymouth Under
Minnesota Housing and Redevelopment Authorities Act and Minnesota Statutes,Section 3836.77
Res2021-176).
6.7) Resolution Approving Encroachment Agreement for Retaining Walls, Deck, and Stairs on
Property located at 4930 Valley Forge Lane North (Res2021-177).
6.8) Resolution Approving Encroachment Agreement for a Digital Monument Sign on Property
located at 1605 County Road 101 North (Res2021-178).
6.9) Resolution Approving Payment No. 3 and Final for the 2020 Mill and Overlay Preventative
Maintenance-Water Main Project(ST209002- Res2021-179).
6.10) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item
No. 8.4).
6.11) Resolution Approving Temporary On-Sale Liquor License Application of Providence Academy
Res2021-182).
6.12) Ordinance Amending Section 1135 of the City Code Concerning Therapeutic Massage (Ord2021-
14)and Resolution Approving Summary Publication of Ordinance (Res2021-183).
6.13) Resolution Authorizing Certification Process to Accept the Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery
Fund Established Under the American Rescue Plan Act(Res2021-184).
6.14) Resolution Authorizing Consulting Contract with Hoisington Koegler Group Inc.for the
Completion of the County Road 73 Small Area Plan (Res2021-185).
6.15) Resolution Accepting Donations and Sponsorships for City of Plymouth (Res2021-186).
6.16) Resolution Awarding Contract for 2021-2022 Property and Casualty Insurance to the League of
Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust(Res2021-187).
Adopted Minutes Page 2 of 8 Regular Meeting of June 22, 2021
6.17) Resolution Authorizing Possession, Sale, and Consumption of Intoxicating Liquor Beverages at
the Hilde Performance Center(Res2021-188) and Resolution Approving Temporary Liquor License
Application of the Plymouth Civic League (Res2021-189).
Councilmember Prom recused himself from Item No. 6.11.
Motion carried.
Public Hearings
There were no public hearings.
General Business
8.1) Reguiding, Rezoning, Preliminary Plat,and Variance for Single-Family Development of the
former Hollydale Golf Course Site,4710 Holly Lane(Hollydale GC Development, Inc. -2021028)
Senior Planner Drill presented this item.
City Engineer LaBounty provided additional details on the updated traffic study,traffic study
recommendations, needed safety improvements, and drainage patterns.
The Council discussed the application.
Jake Walesch, applicant, provided additional detail related to the proposed density, corrected
comments made by the Save Hollydale group, and voiced concern related to vandalism incidents. He
proposed changing 17--65-foot lots with 12--92-foot lots, resulting in a slight reduction in unit count and
density.
In response to questions from the Council, Mr.Walesch provided the following information:
Request changed from PUD to RSF-3 to create more flexibility.
Proposed reduction of five perimeter lots that back onto Courts of Nanterre.
Area of reduction abuts homes,and similar lot types remain contiguous.
Nine outlots to the south comprised of upland will be within a conservation easement and
deeded,without purchase,to respective homeowners on adjacent lots.
Noted other projects in the city with 66-foot lots, back-to-back homes, and similar loop
roadways.
Public Safety Director Fadden commented there are no concerns from a policing perspective related to
the arrangement of the lots.
Fire Chief Coppa noted the Building Code dictates distance between the buildings, and he has seen
similar distances across newer developments.
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Don Hoffert, 16809 49th Place North, stated why he supported the Planning Commission's
recommendation for denial as nothing has changed in the 2040 Comprehensive Plan.
Patricia Haertel, 17455 46th Avenue North,voiced concerns with additional traffic and students and
implored the Council to stay the course and deny.
Alison Barrick,4525 Merrimac Lane North, presented the Change.org, Save Hollydale petition to deny
this request.
Grant Barrick,4525 Merrimac Lane North,took exception to the personal comments from Mr.Walesch
and stated why he believes this development should be denied by the Council.
John Fischer, 15235 49th Place North, summarized 2020 Comprehensive Plan language, why the prior
application was denied by Council, and that the property not suitable for residential development.
Resident John Gray requested the Council deny this request.
Linda Herman, 17400 46th Avenue North, urged the City to use this land for greenspace and park
activities.
Norston Fontaine, 14900 43rd Place North,felt the property owner of Hollydale should've informed the
City his intent to sell this property to a developer for redevelopment.
Heather Hosfield,4725 Yuma Lane,commented on the need for outdoor amenities. She noted the only
park within walking distance is Schmidt Lake Road which is very busy.
Bob Stearn,4700 Yuma Lane North, stated he took offense with some of the developer's comments.
Mr.Stearn read prepared statement excerpts from Mark Cramer,4715 Yuma Lane North, explaining
why he opposes the proposal and whether residents need to file a lawsuit, such as the applicant, in
order to have an interactive discussion with the Council.
Mandi Nieland, 4520 Holly Lane North, requested that those Councilmembers who voted against this
project previously stay true to their principles in the decision this evening.
Paul Hillen, 16130 48th Avenue North, commented on previous denials,the lawsuit, and development
history of this property. He noted there is an offer to operate it as a golf course and urged the Council to
not approve the development.
Marshall Walzer,4950 Comstock Lane North, stated it feels like the developer has a weak lawsuit. He
stated he's concerned with increased traffic,years of disruption,and finds it to be highly unacceptable.
Sandra Sorenson,4485 Fountain Lane North, described the difficulty of crossing at the four-way stop at
Dunkirk Lane and Old Rockford Road and noted there is no park in this area residents can walk to.
Marty McCarthy, 1455 Shadyview Lane North, stated acquiring and renovating Hollydale will cost
millions of dollars.Therefore, he doesn't not want his property taxes to increase.The application before
the Council is progress as a golf course is no longer viable.
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Adam Huhta,4745 Yuma Lane North,explained why both the facts and law are on the City's side in
denying this request, and it is not an unconstitutional taking of the property.
Terri Hyduke, 16917 49th Place North, refuted the claim about increased property taxes.There would be
a lack of access to natural amenities in this quadrant.
Ann Marie Catapano, 4405 Jewel Court North, expressed concern with increased traffic, environmental
and safety concerns, and urged the Council to not be swayed by the lawsuit.
Kent Johnson, 16717 49th Place North, submitted a recusal request petition for the Mayor, and he took
issue with staff indicating the intersection of Comstock and Schmidt Lake Road is a problem.
Tim Schneeweis, 16907 49th Place North, requested the Council deny this application. He voiced
concern there would be a 10-20%decrease in his property value.
Shellie Bechtold,4684 Inland Court North, referenced Councilmember Prom's comments supporting
regulation and encouraged the Council to vote as they had previously.
Shelly Book,4400 Holly Lane, stated they purchased the lot across the street from their home because
they wanted green space and could not trust the City's position.She asked the Council to deny the
application.
Steve Jennings,4405 Jewel Court, reviewed traffic volumes on Holly Lane in the morning hours, and due
to that volume, he doesn't believe the neighborhood needs another 200 plus homes.
Lori Schneiderhan, 5108 Yuma Lane North,felt there was resentment against residents who live in the
area. People most affected are to be the voices that carry the most weight.
The Council took a five-minute break.
City Attorney Mattick addressed comments relating to the Comprehensive Plan,traffic study findings,
density, and consistency with surrounding uses.
The Council discussed their views on the proposed development and thanked staff for their work on this
application.
Community Development Director Juetten addressed comments relating to the Comprehensive Plan,
which is mandated by State law to be updated every 10 years, noting a process is in place for
amendments.
Motion was made by Councilmember Carroll, and seconded by Councilmember Roehl,to adopt
Resolution Approving Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Reguide Roughly 156.8 Acres from P-I To LA-1
2021028- Res2021-190).
The Council referenced prior discussion at three closed sessions about the purchase of Hollydale,which
was prohibitive at$30 million and though the lawsuit was suspended, it has not ended. It was noted
there is over 600 acres of open space in the northwest quadrant of Plymouth.
Adopted Minutes Page 5 of 8 Regular Meeting of June 22, 2021
The Council shared their thoughts on the lawsuit, application, and resident input. City Manager Callister
indicated the City has a $50,000 insurance deductible and spent$70,000 to date on legal fees.
With Willis, Carroll, Roehl, Davis, and Wosje voting yes, and Prom and McGregor voting no,the motion
carried.
Motion was made by Councilmember Carroll, and seconded by Councilmember Willis, to adopt an
Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to Reclassify Certain Land located at 4600,4640,and
4710 Holly Lane (2021028-Ord2021-15), Resolution Approving Findings of Fact for Rezoning of Land
located at 4600,4640,and 4710 Holly Lane (2021028-Res2021-191), and Resolution Approving a
Preliminary Plat and Subdivision Code Variance for Roughly 159.5 Acres Located at 4600,4640, and 4710
Holly Lane (2021028- Res2021-192).With Willis, Carroll, Roehl, Davis, and Wosje voting yes, and Prom
and McGregor voting no,the motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilmember Carroll, and seconded by Councilmember Prom,to adopt
Resolution Approving Summary Publication of Ordinance No. 2021-15 (Res2021-193). With all members
voting in favor,the motion carried.
8.2) Wetland Replacement Plan Application for Single-Family Development of the former Hollydale
Golf Course Site,4710 Holly Lane(Hollydale GC Development, Inc.)
City Engineer LaBounty presented this item.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis,and seconded by Councilmember Carroll,to adopt
Resolution Approving the Filling of Wetlands and the Wetland Replacement Plan Application for the
Single-Family Development of the Former Hollydale Golf Course Site located at 4710 Holly Lane SW 1/4
Section 8,T118N, R22W(Res2021-194). With all members voting in favor,the motion carried.
8.3) Approve Vehicle Lease Program for Public Safety Department(previously Item No. 6.5)
Public Safety Director Fadden presented this item and provided additional details on staff's research and
recommendation for an open-end lease program through Enterprise Leasing rather than purchasing
outright.
Wong Nystrom,with Enterprise Leasing, described government entities utilizing the fleet leasing
program. He stated conservatively estimating, Plymouth will see a savings of$479,000 over the next five
years or about 2%.
In response to questions from the Council, Public Safety Director Fadden provided the following
information:
The City will not own the vehicles.
An open-ended lease allows extension of the lease term and once paid off,the City would own
vehicles outright.
An independent financial review concluded there definitely would be cost savings.
A lease program would provide more options and a safer fleet.
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Fleet and Facility Manager Hanson explained that reoccurring maintenance will continue. It's anticipated
there would be a decrease in expenses, and vehicles kept over five years will result in substantial fuel
and maintenance savings.
Motion was made by Councilmember Carroll, and seconded by Councilmember Davis, to adopt
Resolution Approving Vehicle Lease Program for the Public Safety Department(Res2021-175).With all
members voting in favor, the motion carried.
8.4) Ordinance Amending Section 1016 of the City Code and Amendments to Park Facilities Policies
previously item No. 6.10)
Councilmember Roehl suggested policy edits to remove outdated references to firearms and weapons
to comply with Minnesota law.
Recreation Manager Evans stated the terminology can be removed, if Council so directs.
Motion was made by Councilmember Carroll to table the policies to allow time for discussion.This
motion died for lack of a second.
Motion was made by Councilmember Roehl, and seconded by Councilmember Prom, to adopt
Ordinance Amending Section 1016 of the City Code Concerning Park Facilities Fees (Ord2021-13) and
Resolution Approving Amendments to Park Facilities Policy, Plymouth Community Center Policy,
Plymouth Community Center Zero Tolerance Program, and Millennium Garden Policy(Res2021-181)
with removal of language as proposed by Councilmember Roehl. With all members voting in favor but
Carroll,the motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilmember Roehl, and seconded by Councilmember Prom,to adopt
Resolution Approving Summary Publication of Ordinance No. 2021-13 (Res2021-180). With all members
voting in favor,the motion carried.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
City Manager Callister noted it is the Council's tradition to cancel one meeting in July, which would be
the July 13 Regular meeting.
Motion was made by Councilmember Prom, and seconded by Councilmember Willis,to cancel the
July 13 Regular Council Meeting. With all members voting in favor,the motion carried.
City Clerk Engdahl announced her retirement on July 30 after serving as City Clerk for 37 years with 22 of
those years in Plymouth. She thanked the Council for the opportunity.
The Council expressed their deep appreciation for Ms. Engdahl's dedication and wished her the best in
retirement.
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Adjournment
Mayor Wosje adjourned the regular meeting at 10:2 p.m.
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