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Adopted Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
October 10, 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 October 10, 2023.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Wosje, Councilmembers Willis, McGregor, Davis, Pointner, Gregor and
Peterson. (Councilmember Peterson participated via interactive technology per State Statute 13D.02.)
COUNCIL ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Callister, Public Safety Director Fadden, Fire Chief Coppa, Director of
Public Works Thompson, Community and Economic Development Director Fernelius, Park and
Recreation Director Tomlinson, Human Resources Director Timpone, Finance Director Rich, Planning and
Development Manager McGuire, Recreation Manager Hemp, Community Center Manager Riley,
Recreation Supervisor Pearson, Recreation Supervisor Koch, Recreation Coordinator Swenson,
Management Intern Nwachi, City Attorney Mattick, and City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator Gallup.
Plymouth Forum
There were no comments at the forum.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
(4.1) Recognize and present State Farm Kyle Vitense Agency and Plymouth Lions with a plaque for
2023 Sponsorship for Parks and Recreation (Recreation Supervisors Paul Pearson and Jessie Koch)
Recreation Supervisors Koch and Pearson presented the silver platinum award to State Farm Kyle
Vitense Agency and Plymouth Lions Club. Mayor Wosje expressed his appreciation to both award
winners.
(4.2) Receive Hennepin County's Step to It Challenge Winner for most active community
Recreation Coordinator Swenson accepted the award on behalf of the City of Plymouth. Mr. Swenson
provided details of the contest and expressed his gratitude toward the residents of Plymouth. Mayor
Wosje expressed his thanks and appreciation.
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(4.3) Recognize Parks and Recreation for receiving Minnesota Recreation and Park Association
(MRPA) Award of Excellence for the Plymouth Community Center and Sensory Santa Visits (Deb
Weinreis from MRPA)
Minnesota Recreation and Park Association representative Deb Weinreis presented the two awards to
the Parks and Recreation Department relating to the Plymouth Community Center. Mayor Wosje
expressed his appreciation for everyone who worked on this.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Pointner, and seconded by Councilmember Willis, to approve the
agenda. With all members voting in favor by roll call vote, the motion carried.
Consent Agenda
Councilmember Gregor requested Item No. 6.5 be removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under
General Business as Item No. 8.4.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Gregor, to adopt the
Consent Agenda that included the following items:
(6.1) Council minutes from special meeting and regular meeting of September 26, 2023.
(6.2) Resolution approving disbursements ending September 29, 2023 (Res2023-258).
(6.3) Resolution to enter into a cooperative agreement with the Bassett Creek Watershed
Management Commission for the Ponderosa Woods Stream Restoration Project (WR210003) (Res2023-
259).
(6.4) Resolution approving purchase of wheel loader with snow equipment (Res2023-260).
(6.5) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item
No. 8.4).
With all members voting in favor by roll call vote, the motion carried.
Public Hearings
There were no public hearings scheduled.
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General Business
(8.1) Deny variance request for increased impervious surface coverage at 9600 17th Avenue N
(202306 - Tom Li)
Planning and Development Manager McGuire presented this item. She provided a brief overview of the
proposal, history of the property, state statutes and city codes, and information regarding a 2023
complaint. She noted staff and the Planning Commission both recommended denial of the variance.
Tom Li, 9600 17th Avenue N., thanked the City Council, provided plans and renovations to help with this
issue, and described examples of similar properties that were granted variances.
In response to questions from the City Council, Planning and Development Manager McGuire provided
the following information:
• Other solutions have been provided to the property owner
• Variances do not set precedents and are provided on a case-by-case basis
• Clarified the new home build process with regard to impervious surfaces
Motion was made by Councilmember Gregor, and seconded by Councilmember Pointner, to adopt
Resolution denying a variance to the impervious surface coverage requirements at 9600 17th Avenue
North (2023056) (Res2023-261). With all members voting in favor by roll call vote, the motion carried.
(8.2) Approve site plan and variances to construct Spire Credit Union with drive-through and
associated site changes located at 10000 Rockford Road (HTG Architects - 2023051)
Planning and Development Manager McGuire presented this item. She provided a brief overview of the
site plan and the two requested variances. Staff, the Planning Commission, and the Fire Department
recommended approval.
Josh Longo, 1010 Main Street, Hopkins, and Pat McCann, 2025 Larpenteur Avenue W., Falcon Heights,
expressed their desire to bring banking to residents of Plymouth. Mayor Wosje thanked and welcomed
them into the community of Plymouth.
Planning and Development Manager McGuire clarified the purpose of the bypass lane, provided the
location and accessibility of the ATM, and noted the use of an electronic message board on the outside
of the building.
Motion was made by Councilmember Pointner, and seconded by Councilmember Willis, to adopt
Resolution approving a site plan amendment and variances for HTG Architects for property located at
10000 Rockford Road (2023051) (Res2023-262). With all members voting in favor by roll call vote, the
motion carried.
(8.3) Approve proposal for senior condominium building at 18035 Old Rockford R oad (2023042 -
DJR Architecture)
Planning and Development Manager McGuire presented this item and noted it previously came forward
as a sketch plan for an informal site plan. She provided additional information on the building plans,
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variances for wetlands, pickleball court location, and a conditional use permit for building height. Staff
recommended approval.
In response to questions from City Council, Planning and Development Manager McGuire provided the
following information:
• Condos would require at least one occupant to be 55 years or older
• Residents within 750 feet have been notified and included a notice of the pickleball court
• There is currently no connection to trails and no plans for a walking path
• The site does not require park dedication fees because there is no subdivision of land
• Clarified that 80% have to be owned by anyone 55 years or older
Mark Olson, 7867 Eastwood Road, Mounds View, and David Hitchcock, 15660 N. Diamond Lake Road,
Dayton, stated their excitement about the project and their plan to use high-quality products. They
stated the units would be individually owned and operated and noise and lighting concerns would be
addressed. Mr. Olson added each condo would be priced at approximately $600,000-$700,000.
Planning and Development Manager McGuire clarified a condo could be purchased and rented out, if
desired. She stated the condo documents need to be approved by staff and rezoning this area to O
(office) requires the 55 years or older rule.
City Attorney Mattick added if City Council wants to look at this further, he would provide more
information at that time.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember McGregor, to adopt
Resolution approving a site plan, rezoning, variances and conditional use permit, DJR Architecture. Inc.,
to allow for the construction of a 3-story, 21-unit, senior condominium building with underground
parking and an outdoor pickleball court at 18035 Old Rockford Road (2023042) (Res2023-263). With all
members voting in favor by roll call vote, the motion carried.
(8.4) Adopt ordinance amending Section 1016 of the City Code and approve amendments to park
facilities policies (previously item No. 6.5)
Councilmember Gregor requested this item be pulled in order to discuss how the fees and rates would
affect lower income residents.
Park and Recreation Director Tomlinson reviewed the rate and fee updates. She addressed the cost
difference between resident and non-resident rates and earlier registration by residents only. Park and
Recreation Director Tomlinson stated most communities cost difference is between 5-10%. Another
policy highlight was the use of a police officer at any event containing alcohol and any event over 150
attendees. She also discussed the assistance program for residents who meet the income eligibility
requirements allowing them $250 per calendar year to assist in programming costs.
Motion made by Councilmember Gregor, and seconded by Councilmember McGregor, to adopt
Ordinance amending rates and fees with an amendment by charging at least a 10% higher rental fee for
non-residents (Ord2023-16), Resolution approving summary publication of Ordinance No. 2023-16
(Res2023-264), and Resolution approving amendments to ice arena rates and priority use, park facilities
rental, Plymouth Community Center, tobacco, and electronic cigarettes policies including a policy
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change for non-residents to only be able to book 18 months in advance (Res2023-265). With all
members voting in favor by roll call vote, the motion carried.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
City Manager Callister highlighted the City Manager’s update and noted he spoke at the community
center conference regarding the construction and financing part of this project. He expressed his
excitement to see over 400 people there and thanked the Park and Recreation staff for the excellent
conference.
Adjournment
Mayor Wosje adjourned the regular meeting at 8:33 p.m.
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Jodi Gallup, City Clerk/Administrative Coordinator