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Adopted Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
March 14, 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 March 14, 2023.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Wosje, Councilmembers Willis, McGregor, Davis, Peterson, Pointner, and
Gregor.
COUNCIL ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Callister, Deputy City Manager Solano, Public Safety Director Fadden, Fire
Chief Coppa, Public Works Director Thompson, Finance Director Rich, Human Resources Director
Timpone, Community and Economic Development Director Fernelius, Park and Recreation Director
Tomlinson, Planning and Development Manager McGuire, Senior Planner Drill, Building Official Jenkins,
City Attorney Mattick, and City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator Gallup.
Plymouth Forum
Steve Japps, 4570 Weston Lane N., provided an update on climate change for February 2023.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
There were no presentations or public information announcements.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Gregor, and seconded by Councilmember Peterson, to approve
the agenda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Consent Agenda
Item No. 6.12 was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under Public Hearings as No. 7.2.
Motion was made by Councilmember Pointner, and seconded by Councilmember Davis, to adopt the
Consent Agenda that included the following items:
(6.1) Adopt council minutes from regular meeting of February 28, 2023.
(6.2) Resolution approving disbursements ending March 3, 2023 (Res2023‐067).
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(6.3) Accept 2023 Work Plan for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.
(6.4) Resolution approving the filling of wetlands and the wetland replacement plan application for
the Chankahda Trail Reconstruction Project – Phase 2 (ST230002) (Res2023‐068).
(6.5) Resolution approving temporary easement for the Hwy 169/36th Avenue Bridge Replacement
Project (Res2023‐069).
(6.6) Resolution approving the bid and authorizing construction for the Zachary Playfield Pickleball
Courts Construction (PR229005) and Bass Lake Playfield Courts and Parking Lot Reconstruction Project
(PRN23001) (Res2023‐ 070).
(6.7) Resolution approving concurrence with proposed watershed boundary changes (Res2023‐071).
(6.8) Resolution designating consulting engineer for the 36th Avenue Rehabilitation (ST260002)
(Res2023‐072).
(6.9) Resolution to award the contract for 2023‐2024 property and casualty insurance to the League
of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (LMCIT) (Res2023‐073); Resolution establishing limited clean‐up and
property damage protection for sewer back‐ups and water main breaks for water and sewer customers
(Res2023‐074).
(6.10) Resolution approving updates to Title VI program and language assistance plan for Plymouth
Metrolink (Res2023‐075).
(6.11) Resolution approving engineering guidelines and standard detail specifications dated March
2023 (Res2023‐076).
(6.12) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under Public Hearings as item No. 7.2).
(6.13) Resolution authorizing an expenditure from the DWI Resource Planning Fund for technology
upgrade (Res2023‐077).
(6.14) Resolution approving encroachment agreement for a shed on property located at 16100 5th
Avenue North (Res2023‐078).
(6.15) Resolution authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Plymouth and the
National Insurance Crime Bureau (Res2023‐079).
(6.16) Resolution approving the purchase of a replacement body worn camera system (Res2023‐080).
(6.17) Resolution authorizing Plymouth city staff to execute all necessary documents to ensure
Plymouth city participation in the multistate settlements relating to opioid supply chain participants,
and in the Minnesota Opioids State‐Subdivision Memorandum of Agreement (Res2023‐081).
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
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Public Hearings
(7.1) Public hearing (continued from February 28) on partial easement vacation of Lot 13 Block 1,
Mission Ponds
Public Works Director Thompson stated the public hearing was continued from the February 28 City
Council meeting to resolve a private utility conflict and added that staff has no concerns. Public Works
Director Thompson also noted if approved, the vacation on the partial easement will create usable lots.
Mayor Wosje closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and Seconded by Councilmember McGregor, to adopt
Resolution Approving the Vacation of a Portion of Drainage and Utility Easement of Lot 13, Mission
Ponds (Res2023‐082). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
(7.2) Consider approving a Final Plat for Mission Ponds Homeowners Association for “Mission
Ponds 3rd Addition” for property located at the northwest corner of Zachary Lane and 36th Avenue ‐
PID No. 14‐118‐22‐44‐0137 (2023007) (previously item No. 6.12)
City Council pulled this item from the consent agenda to create a proper sequence of events. It was
noted that no public hearing is required for this item.
Motion was made by Councilmember Peterson, and Seconded by Councilmember Pointner, to adopt
Resolution approving a final plat for Mission Ponds Homeowners Association for “Mission Ponds 3rd
Addition” for property located at the northwest corner of Zachary Lane and 36th Avenue – PID No. 14‐
118‐22‐44‐0137 (2023007) (Res2023‐083). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
General Business
(8.1) Order preparation of an Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) for the former Prudential
Insurance office campus site located at 13001 County Road 10 (2022083)
Senior Planner Drill presented this item and explained the definition and requirements behind the
AUAR, briefly discussed scenarios and provided a rough timeline of events moving forward.
In response to questions from the Council, Senior Planner Drill provided the following information:
Review is completed by the developer’s consultant, and the city will also have a consultant
review it.
The study investigates a multitude of potential issues.
The AUAR is necessary due to the size and scope of the project, can analyze both scenarios, is
required by the state and contains a 5‐year review.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Davis, to adopt
Resolution ordering preparation of an Alternative Urban Areawide Review (AUAR) for the former
Prudential Insurance office campus site, 13001 County Road 10 (2022083) (Res2023‐084). With all
members voting in favor, the motion carried.
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(8.2) Discuss Short‐Term Rental Dwelling Policy
Mayor Wosje recognized and expressed his appreciation for the way law enforcement handled the fatal
shooting incident that occurred on March 4.
Community and Economic Development Director Fernelius presented this item. He stated there is
limited information on the owner but noted the owner does have a rental license that was issued last
fall. He explained the suspension and revocation process and noted there have not been any nuisance
violations or complaints at this address or by the license holder prior to the March 4 incident.
Per request of the Council, City Attorney Mattick explained this incident would typically be considered
one violation.
Traci Ohlenkamp, 5825 Oakview Lane North, expressed her concern with the safety of her neighborhood
and suggested tougher rental laws.
Amber Wychor, 5930 Oakview Lane North, is in favor of adopting restrictions that would put limitations
on short‐term rentals.
Mollie Munz, 5935 Norwood Lane North, recommended a license suspension for this property and a
review of the city’s current code.
Bonnie Sheridan, 12520 58th Avenue N., requested the removal of short‐term rentals and a residential
notification when rental properties are approved.
Michael Sheridan, 12520 58th Avenue N., echoed the previous comments and suggested looking at long‐
term regulations in the future.
Matt Walzer, 5910 Oakview Lane N., expressed his frustration with the timing of any process or
procedure to remove this license temporarily.
City Attorney Mattick clarified the ordinance does require progressive discipline and there needs to be a
number of violations in order to proceed with a suspension. He also recommended making sure that due
process is followed.
City Council discussed the ordinance in detail, provided a variety of suggestions, and recommended
moving as swiftly as possible.
In response to further questions from the Council, Community and Economic Development Director
Fernelius and City Attorney Mattick provided the following information:
City staff will continue to work on reviewing licensing regulations.
Explained the appeal process for the property owner.
Believed the house has been taken off‐line from being rented.
Law enforcement has been in contact with the property owner.
Explained the difference between a residential and a commercial rental license.
Notice will go out to property owner this week.
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Public Safety Director Fadden stated plain clothes officers are walking the neighborhood and he does
not believe the residence is occupied. He added that a suspect has been formally charged.
City Council agreed to put this item on the agenda for further direction and discussion at the next
regular City Council meeting and requested staff revisit the licensing code and how the city can improve
the safety of its residents.
Mayor Wosje noted the next City Council meeting will be held on March 30th at 5:30 p.m. due to
quorum issues.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
There were no Reports and Staff Recommendations.
Adjournment
Mayor Wosje adjourned the regular meeting at 8:41 p.m. and the council went into the city manager’s
quarterly update in the Mooney Lake Room, which adjourned at 10 p.m.
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Jodi Gallup, City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator