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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. Adopted Minutes Page 3 of 8 Regular Meeting of June 22, 2021 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. Adopted Minutes Page 4 of 8 Regular Meeting of June 22, 2021 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. Adopted Minutes Page 6 of 8 Regular Meeting of June 22, 2021 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. Adopted Minutes Page 7 of 8 Regular Meeting of June 22, 2021 Adjournment Mayor Wosje adjourned the regular meeting at 10:2 p.m. i 1 </ / S ndra R. Engdahl, City Cl-s Adopted Minutes Page 8 of 8 Regular Meeting of June 22, 2021