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Adopted Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
January 24, 2023
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 January 24, 2023.
ROLL CALL
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Wosje, Councilmembers Willis, McGregor, Peterson, Pointner, and Gregor.
COUNCIL ABSENT: Councilmember Davis.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Callister, Public Safety Director Fadden, Fire Chief Coppa, Public Works
Director Thompson, Park and Recreation Director Tomlinson, Human Resources Director Timpone,
Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer LaBounty, Planning and Development Manager McGuire,
City Attorney Mattick, and City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator Gallup.
Plymouth Forum
There were no comments.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
(4.1) Receive Updates on Legislative Priorities from State Legislators, Metropolitan Council
Member, and County Commissioners, 2023 Representatives, 2023 Legislative Priorities
State Senator 42 Bonnie Westlin provided a legislative update outlining her priorities for the 2023
legislative year. Mayor Wosje expressed his appreciation for her work for the City of Plymouth.
State Senator 43 Ann Rest provided a legislative update outlining her priorities for the 2023 legislative
year. Mayor Wosje complimented her on her work with the tax committee.
State Representative 42B Ginny Klevorn welcomed the new councilmembers and updated City Council
on her priorities for the 2023 legislative year. She also congratulated the Plymouth Police Department
for their efforts regarding catalytic converter thefts. Mayor Wosje expressed his appreciation for her
work on behalf of the City of Plymouth.
State Representative 43B Mike Freiberg discussed his priorities for the 2023 legislative year. Mayor
Wosje thanked him for serving part of Plymouth.
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State Representative 42A Ned Carroll explained what committees he is serving on and noted he is
heading up the Chankahda Trail Project. Mayor Wosje expressed his appreciation for his past work on
the City Council and now in the State Legislature.
County Commissioner 2 Irene Fernando and County Commissioner 7 Kevin Anderson discussed their
priorities which include mental health, disparity reduction, criminal justice reform, child protection,
transportation, and zero waste policy.
Metropolitan Councilor Judy Johnson discussed her priorities for the upcoming year. Mayor Wosje
thanked her for her work on behalf of the City of Plymouth.
City Manager Callister noted you can sign up for updates from each of the Representatives on their
initiatives and that the City will provide any updates to the Council as it fits with the City’s priorities.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Pointner to approve the
agenda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Consent Agenda
Mayor Wosje requested Item No. 6.3, 6.4 and 6.8 removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under
General Business as No. 8.3, 8.4 and 8.5, respectively.
Motion was made by Councilmember Gregor, and seconded by Councilmember Peterson, to adopt the
Consent Agenda that included the following items:
(6.1) Council Minutes from Special Meeting and Regular Meeting of January 10, 2023.
(6.2) Resolution Approving Disbursements ending January 13, 2023 (Res2023‐021).
(6.3) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item
No. 8.3).
(6.4) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item
No. 8.4).
(6.5) Resolution Approving the 2022‐2023 Labor Agreement Between the City of Plymouth and Law
Enforcement Labor Services (LELS Local 521)‐Captains (Res2023‐022).
(6.6) Resolution Approving Termination of a Conditional Use Permit for a Monopole Cell Tower That
Was Removed (96160) (Res2023‐ 023).
(6.7) Resolution Approving Temporary Liquor License Application of Providence Academy (Res2023‐
024).
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(6.8) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item
No. 8.5).
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Public Hearings
There were no public hearings scheduled.
General Business
(8.1) Order and Receive Preliminary Engineering Report, Order and Approve Plans and
Specifications, Call for a Public Hearing, Order Advertisement for Bids, Declare Costs to be Assessed,
Order Preparation of Proposed Assessments, Set Public Improvement and Assessment Hearings, and
Authorize "No Parking" for the 2023 Gleason Lake Drive Improvements Project (ST239001)
Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer LaBounty presented this item and explained the
reconstruction details. He also mentioned public meetings have been held, mailings have been sent out
and if approved, bidding process will begin with work to take approximately 18 months.
In response to questions from the Council, Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer LaBounty
provided the following information:
Clarified differences between sidewalks and trails.
Identified parcels that will receive assessments.
Resident meetings yielded concerns about the intersection, speed and crossing safety.
Defined the Pacer Rating measurement system.
Clarification on semi‐truck traffic through round about and potential cost if more land
acquisition is needed.
The Council expressed concerns regarding water main replacement within a few years of this
reconstruction, pedestrian crosswalk visibility, and resident assessment cost. Deputy Public Works
Director/City Engineer LaBounty stated rectangular rapid flashing beacons will be installed to create
more visibility and affected residents will be charged 40% of the City’s project cost.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Peterson, to adopt
Resolution Ordering Preliminary Engineering Report for the 2023 Gleason Lake Drive Improvements
Project (ST239001) (Res2023‐025), Receiving Preliminary Engineering Report, Ordering Preparation of
Plans and Specifications, and Calling for a Public Hearing for the 2023 Gleason Lake Drive Improvements
Project (ST239001) (Res2023‐026), Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications, and Ordering
Advertisement for Bids for the 2023 Gleason Lake Drive Improvements Project (ST239001) (Res2023‐
027), Resolution Declaring Cost to be Assessed, and Ordering Preparation of Proposed Assessment for
the 2023 Gleason Lake Drive Improvements Project (ST239001) (Res2023‐028), Resolution for Hearing
on Proposed Assessment for the 2023 Gleason Lake Drive Improvements Project (ST239001)(Res2023‐
029), Resolution to Authorize “No Parking” for the 2023 Gleason Lake Drive Improvements Project
(ST239001) (Res2023‐030). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
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(8.2) Approve Cooperative Agreement for the CR 9 at TH 169 Bridge Replacement (ST200002)
Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer LaBounty presented this item and stated MnDOT is asking
the City of Plymouth to enter into a cooperative agreement and to authorize Deputy Public Works
Director/City Engineer LaBounty to proceed with final negotiations. This will reduce maintenance long
term. He also noted the bridge will be closed during the coming summer months.
Motion was made by Councilmember Peterson, and seconded by Councilmember Willis to adopt
Resolution Approving Cooperative Agreement for the CR 9 at TH 169 Bridge Replacement (ST200002)
and Authorizing Deputy Public Works Director to Make Final Agreement (Res2023‐031). With all
members voting in favor, the motion carried.
(8.3) Order and Receive Preliminary Engineering Report, Order and Approve Plans and
Specifications, Call for a Public Hearing, Order Advertisement for Bids, Declare Costs to
be Assessed, Order Preparation of Proposed Assessments, and Set Public Improvement
and Assessment Hearings for the 2023 City Center Pavement Rehabilitation Project
(ST230001) (previously Item No. 6.3)
City Engineer/Deputy Public Works Director LaBounty presented this item and stated this would follow a
similar time schedule as the previous improvements.
In response to questions from the Council, Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer LaBounty
provided the following information:
36th and 34th would be improved by a mill and overlay.
Notifications and assessment policies are the same as previous improvements.
Water and electrical connections will be installed in all the islands.
Bump outs could be a good way to slow traffic and may be considered in future projects.
If approved, completion date of September 2023.
Motion was made by Councilmember Gregor, and seconded by Councilmember Pointner, to adopt
Resolution Ordering Preliminary Engineering Report for the 2023 City Center Pavement Rehabilitation
Project (ST230001) (Res2023‐032), Resolution Receiving Preliminary Engineering Report, Ordering
Preparation of Plans and Specifications, and Calling for a Public Hearing for the 2023 City Center
Pavement Rehabilitation Project (ST230001) (Res2023‐033), Resolution Approving Plans and
Specifications, and Ordering Advertisement for Bids for the 2023 City Center Pavement Rehabilitation
Project (ST230001) (Res2023‐034), Resolution Declaring Cost to Be Assessed, and Ordering Preparation
of Proposed Assessment for the 2023 City Center Pavement Rehabilitation Project (ST230001) (Res2023‐
035), Resolution For Hearing on Proposed Assessment for the 2023 City Center Pavement Rehabilitation
Project (ST230001) (Res2023‐036). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
(8.4) Order and Receive Preliminary Engineering Report, Order and Approve Plans and
Specifications, Call for a Public Hearing, Order Advertisement for Bids, Declare Costs to
be Assessed, Order Preparation of Proposed Assessments, and Set Public Improvement
and Assessment Hearings for the 2023 Rehabilitation Project (ST239005) (previously Item No. 6.4)
City Engineer/Deputy Public Works LaBounty presented this item.
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In response to questions from the Council, Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer LaBounty
provided the following information:
Public engagement and notification same as previous projects.
Cost of moving the Hennepin County traffic light would be approximately $100,000.00.
Explained the reasoning behind grouping projects together and leaving others separate.
Motion was made by Councilmember Peterson, and seconded by Councilmember Willis, to adopt
Resolution Ordering Preliminary Engineering Report for the 2023 Street Rehabilitation Project
(ST239005) (Res2023‐037), Resolution Receiving Preliminary Engineering Report, Ordering Preparation
of Plans and Specifications, and Calling for a Public Hearing for the 2023 Street Rehabilitation Project
(ST239005) (Res2023‐038), Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications, and Ordering Advertisement
for Bids for the 2023 Street Rehabilitation Project (ST239005) (Res2023‐039), Resolution Declaring Cost
to Be Assessed, and Ordering Preparation of Proposed Assessment for the 2023 Street Rehabilitation
Project (ST239005) (Res2023‐040), Resolution for Hearing on Proposed Assessment for the 2023 Street
Rehabilitation Project (ST239005) (Res2023‐041). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
(8.5) Authorize Design and Advertisement for Bids for the Zachary Playfield Pickleball Courts
Construction (PR229005) and Bass Lake Playfield Courts & Parking Lot Reconstruction Project
(PRN23001) (previously item No. 6.8)
Parks and Recreation Director Tomlinson presented this item and clarified no additional infrastructure
will be needed, courts will be lit until 10:30 p.m. and could include a sound dampening net to reduce
noise to residents.
Motion was made by Councilmember Pointner, and seconded by Councilmember Peterson, to adopt
Resolution Authorizing Design and Advertisement for Bids for the Zachary Playfield Pickleball Courts
Construction (PR229005) and Bass Lake Playfield Courts & Parking Lot Reconstruction Project
(PRN23001) (Res2023‐042). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
City Manager Callister stated the potential fire truck donation to Ukraine discussion will take place at the
February 28th City Council meeting.
Adjournment
Mayor Wosje adjourned the regular meeting at 8:59 p.m.
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Jodi Gallup, City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator