HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 01-19-2023CITY OF PLYMOUTH
COUNCIL INFO MEMO
January 19, 2023
EVENTS / MEETINGS
Official City Meeting Calendars .................................................................... Page 2
Tentative List of Agenda Items ..................................................................... Page 5
CORRESPONDENCE
City Seeks Applications for Charter Commission and HRA ..................................... Page 6
REPORTS & OTHER ARTICLES OF INTEREST
New Plymouth City Council Members Sworn In, Sun Sailor .................................... Page 7
League of Minnesota Cities 2023 Legislative Priorities ....................................... Page 10
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NEW YEAR’S DAY OBSERVED
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7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MEETING Medicine Lake Room
5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Prudential and Four Seasons Mall Update Medicine Lake Room
7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers
5:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Board Interviews and City Attorney Presentation Medicine Lake Room
7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers
DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR.DAY
CITY OFFICES CLOSED
8:00 AM COUNCIL STRATEGIC WORKSHOP
Plymouth Community Center Cedar Room
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Council Chambers
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City Center Update Medicine Lake Room
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Council Chambers
7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers
7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MEETING Medicine Lake Room
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7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers
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Note: Special Meeting topics have been set by Council; all other topics are tentative.
EDA refers to the Economic Development Authority
Tentative Schedule for
City Council Agenda Items
February 14, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers
•Approve plans and specifications and order advertisement for bids for the Chankahda Trail
Reconstruction Project - Phase 2 (ST230002)
•Approve Temporary Easement for MnDOT's Hwy 169/36th Avenue Bridge Replacement Project
February 28, Special 5:00 p.m., Medicine Lake Room
•Board and Commission Recognition Event
March 14, Special 5:00 p.m., Medicine Lake Room
•Council Strategic Workshop follow-up
March 28, Special 5:00 p.m., Medicine Lake Room
•City Center Update
March 28, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers
April 11, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers
•Public Hearing on 2023 City Center Pavement Rehabilitation Project
•Public Hearing on 2023 Street Rehabilitation Project
•Public Hearing on 2023 Gleason Lake Drive Improvements Project
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City of Plymouth
News Release
For Immediate Release
Jan. 13, 2023
Contact: Jodi Gallup
City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator
City of Plymouth
763-509-5080
jgallup@plymouthmn.gov
City of Plymouth seeks applications for Charter Commission and HRA
Plymouth, Minn. – The City of Plymouth is seeking applicants to fill seats on the Plymouth Charter Commission
and a seat on the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Seats for both boards will be open until
filled, but preference will be given to those who apply by Friday, Feb. 3.
To learn about the application process for either group, contact City Clerk Jodi Gallup at
jgallup@plymouthmn.gov or 763-509-5080. More information is also available at
plymouthmn.gov/commissions.
Charter Commission
The Charter Commission is an independent body that discusses topics related to the Plymouth City Charter,
which defines city government structure and operations. The commission meets annually on the second
Wednesday in December at 7 p.m., and may also meet periodically, as needed.
Housing and Redevelopment Authority
Plymouth has one opening on the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) for an at-large representative.
The HRA works with Plymouth’s housing and community development programs; administers federal, state
and local grants for housing programs; and manages city residential buildings. The group typically meets the
fourth Thursday of the month at 7 p.m.
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New Plymouth City Council members sworn in
By: Kaitlin McCoskey Jan 16, 2023
Pointner, Gregor, Peterson, and Wosje took the oath of office Jan. 10
The night of Jan. 10 was an important one for the Plymouth City Council, as four council
members were sworn into office. The new year begins with recently elected members Clark
Gregor, Julie Peterson, and Julie Pointner starting their terms, as well as re-elected Mayor Jeff
Wosje being sworn in to continue serving in another term.
Julie Pointner is sworn in as the Ward 4 council member.
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“I just want to say congratulations to all the council members that were sworn in tonight,”
Wosje said. “It’s a special time to be here, to run through an election and then be sworn into
office.
“I know all three council members ran very hard-fought races and campaigned, and you earned
this spot.”
Pointner was elected to the Ward 4 seat on the council with 42.80% of the vote against two
other candidates. Her key issues include providing housing for all, supporting local businesses,
and fostering community and public safety. She has stated, “I ran to make sure that Ward 4 had
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a council member that represented all its residents and listens to the many diverse needs of all
of Plymouth.”
Clark Gregor is sworn in as the At-Large council member.
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Gregor was elected to an At-Large seat receiving 42.22% of the vote against two challengers.
Gregor has stated his main priorities in office will include “an approach to redevelopment and
public safety that will ensure a welcoming community for residents and businesses”.
Maintaining infrastructure and “fiscal responsibility”, as well as environmental protection, have
also been key issues for him.
Julie Peterson is sworn in as the Ward 2 council member.
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Peterson had previously been sworn in to temporarily serve in the Ward 2 seat until the
beginning of this term, due to the absence of former Council Member Nick Roehl. She then took
the official oath of office for the entire next term at the Jan. 10 meeting. Peterson won 73.01%
of the vote against one opponent, and has said that her key issues will include non-partisan
support of redevelopment and the city’s future, protecting “green spaces”, and “fostering a
business-friendly community.”
Jeff Wosje is sworn in as Plymouth Mayor, with his hand on an antique family bible.
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Wosje ran unopposed for reelection. Among his main priorities are the financial and
infrastructural well-being of Plymouth, ensuring that the city remains viable for many years to
come. He has said his duty is to continue to provide “the things our residents need to have a
quality of life here in Plymouth”.
In addition to taking the oath of office, many council members were appointed to various
representative roles to other agencies throughout the city. Gregor was appointed as the
Environmental Quality Committee, School District 284, Suburban Transit Association
(alternate), and Elm Creek Watershed (alternate) representative. Pointner was appointed to the
roles of Planning Commission and School District 281 representative, and Peterson was
appointed as the Elected Suburban Transit Association representative. Wosje was appointed as
the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Elected Municipal Legislative Commission, and
Plymouth Civic League representative.
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