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Regular Council Meeting
February 24, 2009
Mayor Slavik 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 February 24, 2009.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Johnson, Murdock, Black, Willis, and
Bildsoe.
ABSENT: Councilmember Stein.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Ahrens, City Attorney Representative, Police Chief
Goldstein, Public Works Director Cote, Fire Chief Kline, Community Development Director
Juetten, Housing Manager Barnes, Human Resources Manager Sobania, and Deputy City Clerk
Olson.
Plymouth Forum
Betty Oberg, 400 Juneau Lane North, requested the Council to reconsider the street
reconstruction project for the Kingsview Heights and Circle Park areas (910 1) due to the state of
the economy. She stated she is retired and on a fixed income.
Mayor Slavik briefly spoke about the deferral program for seniors and directed staff to mail her
materials on the program.
Janice Jordan, 450 Niagara Lane North, also addressed the Council regarding the street
reconstruction project. She acknowledged that the project is needed, but the timing isn't right.
The residents were notified that the project hearing will be held on April 14, 2009.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
There were no presentations or announcements.
Approval of Agenda
The Council added legislative update and an update on the Metropolitan Council's TAB under
Reports and Staff Recommendations as item No's. 9.3 and 9.4 respectively.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis and seconded by Councilmember Black, to approve
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the amended a enda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Consent Agenda
Item No. 6.12 was from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as Item No. 8.1.
Motion was made by Councilmember Black, and seconded by Councilmember Willis, to adopt
the amended Consent Agenda that included the followingitems:
6.01) Minutes from Special Council Meeting of February 3 and the Regular Council Meeting of
February 10.
6.02) Resolution Approving Disbursements for Period ending February 14, 2009 (Res2009-
045).
6.03) Approve 2008 Annual Report and 2009 Parks Recreation Advisory Commission Work
Plan.
6.04) Approve the submission of comments to Hennepin County on their 2030 Transportation
Systems Plan.
6.05) Resolution Approving Change Order No.'s 1 and 2 for Deep Well No. 16 (7114
Res2009-046).
6.06), Resolution Approving Agreement for Legal Services provided by Campbell Knutson
Professional Association (Res2009-047).
6.07) Resolution Calling for a Public Hearing for the 2009 Street Reconstruction Project (9 101
Res2009-048).
6.08) Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for Bids for
the 2009 Sanitary Sewer Lining Project (9101 — Res2009-049).
6.09) Resolution Approving the Labor Agreement and Associated Letters of Agreement with
the Clerical, Technical, and Professional Employees represented by AFSCME, Council 5 for the
Calendar Years 2009 and 2010 (Res2009-050).
6.10) Resolution Accepting Utilities for Continual Maintenance for Spring.Arbor (Res2009-
051).
6.11) Resolution Amending Section 3 of the City Personnel Policy (Res2009-052).
6.12) This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as
Item 8.1.
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Motion carried to approve the Consent Agenda.
Public Hearings
7.1) Plymouth Revolving Loan Fund Application from Elliot Ventures (dba Seacole-CRC,
Inc.) (Res2009-053)
Housing Manager Barnes reported on the proposed application.
The suggestion was, made to add an additional interest rate of 200 basis points below that of
primary financing with a term of 20 years.
Mayor Slavik opened the public hearing.
Gregg Elliott, applicant, stated they support the recommended change in the interest rate and
term of the loan.
Mayor Slavik adjourned the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to adopt a
Resolution Approving the Issuance of a Loan to Elliot Ventures, LLC and Seacole-CRC, Inc.
through the Plymouth Economic Development Revolving Loan Fund with the amended interest
rate of 200 base points below that of primary financing with a term of 20 years (Res2009-053).
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
General Business
8.1) Ordinance Amending Section 1105 of the Plymouth City Code concerning Lawful
Gambling
The Council discussed the proposed ordinance that would change the distance requirement of
650 feet to 500 feet from residential dwellings, places of worship, and schools for lawful
gambling establishments.
Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to adopt
the ordinance.
Motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to table
this item to the March 10 meeting. With all members voting in favor but Bildsoe, the motion
carried.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
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9.1) Highway 169 Corridor Membership
Council discussed the coalition and the support of other municipalities to join the coalition.
Because of the budget, Councilmember Black made it clear that Plymouth could only contribute
1000 rather than the $3000 as requested by the coalition.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, seconded by Councilmember Black, to participate
in the coalition for one year at a cost of $1000. With Black, Willis, and Murdock voting yes, and
Bildsoe, Johnson, and Slavik voting no, the motion failed.
Councilmember Johnson requested that the Council set a future Study Session to discuss this
item further.
9.2) Future Study Sessions
The Council set the following study sessions:
1. March 10 at 5:00 p.m. - discuss I-494 third lane
2. April 7 at 5:30 p.m. - discuss Highway 169 Coalition
3. April 7 after Board of Equalization - update with City Manager
4. April 28 at 5:30 p.m. - discuss Homeowners Associations
5. May 12 at 5:30 p.m. - review Dial -a -Ride
6. May 26 at 6:00 p.m. - discuss subdivision of lots
9.3) Legislative Update
Councilmember Black reported on legislation that would not penalize elected officials who
choose not to accept their salaries.
Mayor Slavik reported that on February 26 at 7:00 p.m., a legislative meeting/public hearing
would be held in the Council Chambers where residents could address legislators on the
Governor's proposed budget.
9.4) Met Council TAB Update
Councilmember Johnson reported on a recent TAB meeting that she attended, and she stated they
are currently reviewing "shovel ready" projects that may qualify for federal stimulus funds.
Adjournment
Mayor Slavik adjourned the meeting at approximately 8:16 p.m.
Kimberly Olson, Deputy City Clerk
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