HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 09-12-2023Adopted Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
September 12, 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 September 12, 2023.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Wosje, Councilmembers Willis, McGregor, Davis, Peterson, Pointner and
Gregor.
COUNCIL ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT:City Manager Callister, Public Safety Director Fadden, Fire Chief Coppa, Director of
Public Works Thompson, Deputy Public Works Director/City Engineer LaBounty,Community and
Economic Development Director Fernelius, Park and Recreation Director Tomlinson, Human Resources
Director Timpone, Finance Director Rich, Planning and Development Manager McGuire,Senior Planner
Sommers, Facilities Manager Hanson,Organizational Development and Equity Partner Johnson,
Management Intern Nwachi,City Attorney Mattick,and Office Support Lead/Deputy City Clerk
Gottschalk.
Plymouth Forum
Donglin Liang, 5112 Merrimac Lane N., discussed the loss of the school resource officer.
Audrey Britton, 12500 53rd Avenue N.,expressed her concern on the school resource officer walkout
and encouraged transparency within the police department on these types of issues.
Tara Miller-Hochhalter, 5320 Ranchview Lane N.,discussed her disappointment,frustration,and
concern regarding the lack of communication on the restriping of Vicksburg Lane.
Sara Hlusak, 15435 59th Avenue N.,expressed her concern for safety along Vicksburg Lane.
Mike Deselich, 15490 59th Avenue N.,thanked Councilmembers Peterson and Gregor for their prompt
email responses and encouraged the City Council to lower the speed and address safety concerns.
Tom Cleland, 10840 Rockford Road,#214, recommended hand counting election ballots instead of using
an electronic machine.
Heather Rivera, 18200 31st Avenue N., expressed her disappointment with how the school resource
officer situation was handled.
Paul Hintermeyer, 3035 Rosewood Lane, expressed his concern regarding the trustworthiness of the
electronic ballot counting machine and recommended a plan for 2024.
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Mayor Wosje noted staff will be available in the hall to discuss the concerns regarding Vicksburg Lane.
Public Safety Director Fadden stated the school resource officers were assigned to patrol,are stopping
at the school periodically, completing walk throughs, and remaining visible. He continues to work with
state legislators to come up with a better solution.
Mayor Wosje noted City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator Gallup will follow up with concerns and
questions regarding electronic ballot counting.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
4.1) Swearing in of career and pt/oc firefighters Alec Waidlich, Deniss Pulemjotov,Joel Friese,
Ryan Williams,Amber Hawks,Kent Anglin,Jennifer Murphy,and Derek Day
Fire Chief Coppa provided a brief bio on each of the fire fighters. Deputy City Clerk Gottschalk presented
the oath of office to the career, part-time and on-call firefighters.
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.
Consent Agenda
Councilmember Davis requested item no.6.11 and 6.14 be removed from the Consent Agenda.These
items were placed under General Business as No. 8.4 and 8.5, respectively.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Davis,to adopt the
Consent Agenda that included the following items:
6.1) Council minutes from special meeting and regular minutes of August 22, 2023.
6.2) Resolution approving disbursements ending September 1, 2023 (Res2023-223).
6.3) Resolution designating consulting engineer for the Station 73 Transit and Regional Improvement
Project final design and bidding services(ST230003) (Res2023-224).
6.4) Resolution approving purchase of four light duty pick-up trucks(Res2023-225).
6.5) Resolution approving a variance to the bluff setback to allow a deck addition for property
located at 2105 Xanthus North (2023048) (Res2023-226).
6.6) Resolution approving the submission of the fiscal year 2022 Consolidated Annual Performance
and Evaluation Report(CAPER) (Res2023-227).
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6.7) Resolution approving an updated Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Plymouth and
the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office (Res2023-228).
6.8) Resolution authorizing the call of the Outstanding General Obligation Open Space Bonds,series
2015A(Res2023-229).
6.9) Resolution approving temporary liquor license application of St. Barnabas Lutheran Church
Res2023-230).
6.10) Resolution approving the Hennepin County Youth Sports Grant Facility application for the
Meadows Playfield (PR240001) (Res2023-231).
6.11) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item
No.8.4).
6.12) Resolution approving the donation of surplus fire equipment(Res2023-232).
6.13) Resolution approving tobacco license application for Jerry's Enterprises, Inc.d/b/a Cub Foods,
10200 6th Avenue North (Res2023-233).
6.14) (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) Approve comprehensive plan text amendments, rezoning,and zoning text amendment for
City Center(City of Plymouth-2023045)
Senior Planner Sommers presented this item and noted staff are looking to approve the comprehensive
plan text amendment regarding density and design standards and update the zoning code amendment.
The Planning Commission recommended the changes to the comprehensive plan text amendment.
The City Council discussed the topics of setbacks,types of entertainment center that include a small
bowling alley,fireworks removal, and centering around a family atmosphere.
In response to questions from the City Council,Senior Planner Sommers provided the following
information:
An added 5-foot buffer could push the setback farther to allow for a balanced entryway
between the setback and the design standards
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Sidewalks would be allowed up to the building
Discussed language regarding bowling as a part of the entertainment center
If code was changed,firework sales would only be allowed inside a business and would require a
permit to sell them on the exterior.
George Stoller, 15145 38th Avenue N., expressed his concern about increased population and
subsequent resident safety and encouraged City Council to keep a watchful eye on the developers.
Mandy Rhead, 14915 32nd Avenue N., expressed her concern regarding density height, parking spaces,
transportation, lack of mass transit, and possible higher crime with increased student population.
Mayor Wosje noted this has been an on-going process and the City Council will continue to seek
feedback from residents.
In response to additional questions from the City Council, Senior Planner Sommers provided the
following information:
Parking requirements for businesses will revert to original requirements
Plymouth's parking standards are derived from the ITE parking standards and the National
Parking Association
Plan will continue to be monitored and changes can be made along the way
Language in the code regarding non-conforming businesses will be allowed to stay and will have
a one-time permit to either expand or modify existing structures
Motion was made by Councilmember Pointner,and seconded by Councilmember Willis,to adopt
Resolution approving a comprehensive plan text amendment to CC guiding for City Center(2023045)
Res2023-234), Resolution approving findings of fact for a zoning ordinance text amendment to sections
21475 of the zoning ordinance(2023045) (Res2023-235),Ordinance amending Chapter 21 zoning
ordinance of the city code to classify certain land located in City Center(2023045) (Ord2023-10),
Ordinance amending chapter 21 of the Plymouth city code,entitled the Plymouth zoning ordinance
2023045) (Ord2023-11).With all members voting in favor,the motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis,and seconded by Councilmember Peterson,to adopt
Resolution approving summary publication of Ordinance No. 2023-10 and Ordinance No. 2023-11
Res2023-236).With all members voting in favor,the motion carried.
8.2) Approve purchase of fire engine
Facilities Manager Hanson presented this item.Staff researched this item and provided a work history of
the fire engine.She also noted response calls are trending higher and have doubled since last year,
explaining the need for a new truck.
The council discussed funding and noted this purchase is not included in the current budget.
In response to funding discussion from the City Council, Facilities Manager Hanson provided the
following information:
The truck was originally assigned for replacement in 2030
Moved up the replacement date to 2022 due to updated staffing model
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Funding will come from the central equipment reserve and, if needed, public safety
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis,and seconded by Councilmember Peterson,to adopt
Resolution approving purchase of fire engine to support fire services (Res2023-237). With all members
voting in favor,the motion carried.
8.3) Adopt ordinance amending chapter XXI of the city code, regarding accessory dwelling units,
resolution approving findings of fact for said ordinance,and resolution approving summary
publication
Planning and Development Manager McGuire presented this item.She stated she met with City
Attorney Mattick and discussed the comments made by City Council at their last meeting and how to
best implement them. She reviewed the rules and regulations for attached and detached accessory
dwelling units.
The City Council and Planning and Development Manager McGuire discussed the short-term rental
ordinance as it related to accessory dwelling units.
Motion was made by Councilmember Gregor, and seconded by Councilmember Willis,to adopt
Resolution approving findings of fact for a zoning ordinance text amendment to sections 21005 and
21190 of the zoning ordinance to amend accessory dwelling unit regulations(2023030) (Res2023-238),
Ordinance amending chapter XXI of the Plymouth City Code,entitled the Plymouth zoning ordinance
2023030) (Ord2023-12),and Resolution approving summary publication of Ordinance No. 2023-12
Res2023-239).With all members voting in favor,the motion carried.
8.4) Approve application for Standalone Noise Barrier and cost sharing with MnDOT(Previously
item No. 6.11)
Councilmember Davis pulled this item to receive clarification on location of the wall. Public Works
Director Thompson stated the wall will be offset between the frontage road and the highway.
Motion was made by Councilmember Davis, and seconded by Councilmember Gregor,to adopt
Resolution approving application for standalone noise barrier program and cost sharing with the
Minnesota Department of Transportation (Res2023-240).With all members voting in favor,the motion
carried.
8.5) Approve contract with Flock Group Inc.for automatic license plate reader technology
Previously item No. 6.14)
Councilmember Davis requested clarification on the use of this technology. Public Safety Director
Fadden explained it was approved at the October 25, 2023 City Council meeting but the company had
difficulty producing the new model.The city received a full refund and now plans to purchase a new one
through another company, Flock Group, Inc. He stated the readers would be permanently placed in high
traffic areas and the license reader data can be saved for approximately 30-60 days. Public Safety
Director Fadden also noted the police department has produced a draft policy that will be reviewed by
City Attorney Mattick's office.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Davis, and seconded by Councilmember Peterson,to adopt
Resolution approving contract with Flock Group, Inc.for automatic license plate reader technology
Res2023-241).With all members voting in favor,the motion carried.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
There were no reports or staff recommendations.
Adjournment
Mayor Wosje adjourned the regular meeting at 8:33 p.m.
Amy K. ttschalk, Office Support Lead/Deputy City Clerk
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