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Adopted Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
May 9, 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 May 9, 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, Community and Economic Development Director
Fernelius, Park and Recreation Director Tomlinson, Human Resources Director Timpone, Building Official
Jenkins, City Attorney Mattick, and City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator Gallup.
Plymouth Forum
There were no comments at the public forum.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
(4.1) Oath of Office for Officers Trevor Weinmann, Hanna Olson, and Dalton Yagow (City
Clerk/Administrative Coordinator Gallup)
Public Safety Director Fadden introduced the newest members of the Plymouth Police Department and
City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator Gallup administered the oath of office. City Council welcomed and
congratulated the new officers.
(4.2) Recognize City Manager Dave Callister for Receiving the Dr. Robert A. Barrett Award for
Management Excellence
Mayor Wosje congratulated City Manager Callister for this prestigious award and commented on his
dedication to local government, mentorship, relationships and empowerment within city staff. A short
video was played showcasing his work for the City of Plymouth.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Pointner, and seconded by Councilmember Peterson, to approve
the agenda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
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Consent Agenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Pointner, 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 April 25, 2023.
(6.2) Resolution approving disbursements ending April 28, 2023 (Res2023‐130).
(6.3) Resolution supporting agreement between Hennepin County and City of Plymouth for
participation in Elevate Hennepin program (Res2023‐131).
(6.4) Resolution approving amendment to site plan and conditional use permit for MACO Properties,
LLC to allow expansion of Parks’ Place Memory Care, 18040 Medina Road (2023010) (Res2023‐132).
(6.5) Resolution appointing vacant term on Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Res2023‐133).
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Public Hearings
There were no public hearings scheduled.
General Business
(8.1) Present Draft Short‐Term Rental Ordinance
Community Development Director Fernelius presented this item and provided possible requirements,
regulations and details on the newly drafted short‐term rental ordinance.
In response to questions from the Council, Community Development Director Fernelius provided the
following information:
Violations for renting without a license is located under a separate ordinance.
Staff would rely on a complaint‐based system to pursue enforcement.
Not all violations would cause immediate revocation.
Condos and townhomes as short‐term rentals would fall under this ordinance.
Ordinance would allow for some staff discretion regarding violations and fines.
The City Council discussed various changes to the proposed ordinance including violation costs, resident
notification, notification via various mediums, defined and consistent notification distance that complies
with planning and zoning regulations, guidelines for staff to follow, and minimum stay requirements.
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Community Development Director Fernelius stated the next steps will be to bring this ordinance for
consideration at the June 13, 2023 City Council meeting. This will provide current rental license holders
and others a chance to provide their feedback.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
City Manager Callister discussed the future meeting schedule.
The following changes were made to future meetings and study sessions:
Schedule discussion on Therapeutic Massage ordinance at the June 13 regular meeting.
Move beekeeping regulations discussion to May 23 study session.
Move Plymouth Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) and Four Seasons Mall discussions
to June 13 study session.
Cancel the July 11 City Council meeting.
Schedule Boards/Commissions workplans and youth membership discussion in September or
October.
City Manager Callister noted that May 22 is the last day of the legislative session and he is optimistic
about funding for the City of Plymouth.
Adjournment
Mayor Wosje adjourned the regular meeting at 8:06 p.m.
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Jodi Gallup, City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator