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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 10-24-2000Adopted Minutes Regular Council Meeting October 24, 2000 A Regular Meeting of the Plymouth City Council was called to order by Mayor Tierney at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Center, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, on October 24, 2000. COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Tierney, Councilmembers Brown, Black, Bildsoe, Slavik, Johnson, and Harstad. ABSENT: None. STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Johnson, Assistant City Manager Ahrens, Public Safety Director Gerdes, Park and Recreation Director Blank, Finance Manager Jacobson, Community Development Director Hurlburt, Public Works Director Moore, City Attorney Knutson, and City Clerk Paulson. Plymouth Forum Ann Srseu, 2060 Shenandoah Court, voiced a number of issues and concerns that she has experienced at her residence for the past nine years. These issues include warnings at her doorstep, people entering her home, and problems with her utilities and plumbing. Public Safety Director Gerdes then met with Ms. Srseu following her testimony to discuss her concerns. Presentations and Public Information Announcements 4.1) Proclamation of "Housing Week" (Interfaith Outreach) Mayor Tierney read a proclamation declaring November 11-18 as "Housing Week" in the City of Plymouth. She also reported on the request to co-sponsor the "Housing Week" kick-off on November 11. The request includes waiving the rental fee for the City's bandshell. Motion was made by Councilmember Brown, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to adopt the proclamation and co-sponsor the "Housing Week" kick-off event. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Councilmember Johnson requested a letter be sent to Ann Dohrweiler, congratulating her on being appointed to the Affordable Housing Group from Hennepin County. Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 2 of 15 4.2) Announcement of "Rec-Connect" Park and Recreation Director Blank and Information Technology Manager Hohenstein informed the Council that the City is now on-line for park and recreation programs. This new service is in addition to the touch-tone reservation method. They stated that during the month of November, they would be mailing out a series of number to City residents for registration purposes on the Internet. They concluded by stating that the City was selected as a test site for the software company. The Council thanked staff for all their hard work, and stated they are very excited to be implementing this new technology for City residents. Mayor Tierney informed the Council that the Plymouth Rockers are celebrating their 10th year. She requested the Council send them a letter congratulating them on their accomplishment. Motion was made by Councilmember Black, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to send a letter to the Plymouth Rockers on behalf of the Council. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Approval of Agenda Mayor Tierney requested to add the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities (AMM) and League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) policy meetings as item No. 9.2. Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Slavik, to approve the amended agenda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Consent Agenda Mayor Tierney asked if there were any additions, corrections, or deletions to be made to the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Harstad requested to remove item No. 6.08 and place it under General Business as item No. 8.4. Mayor Tierney requested to remove item No. 6.02 and place it under General Business as item No. 8.5. Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 3 of 15 Motion was made by Councilmember Black, and seconded by Councilmember Harstad, to approve the amended Consent Agenda which included the following items: 6.01) Resolution Approving Disbursements for the Period ending October 13, 2000 (Res2000- 516). 6.02) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed as item No. No. 8.5 under General Business). 6.03) Resolution Awarding the Contract for the Police Ordered Towing and Impoundment of Vehicles (Res2000-517). 6.04) Resolution Approving Audit Services for 2000, 2001, and 2002 (Res2000-518). 6.05) Resolution Approving a Variance to allow an Accessory Structure in the Front Yard for Scott L. Johnson for Property located at 330 Merrimac Lane North (20135 — Res2000-519). 6.06) Resolution Approving Final Plat and Development Contract for Paragon Designers and Builders Corporation for "Wayzata Farms" located at 540 Queensland Lane North (20100-17- Res2000-520). 6.07) Resolution finding no objection to Lawful Gambling Exemption for Sunset Hill PTA Res2000-521). 6.08) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed as item No. 8.4 under General Business). 6.09) Resolution Approving Request for Payment No. 2 and Final 2000 Seal Coat Program Res2000-522). 6.10) Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for Bids for Holly Lane Street, Trail and Utility Improvements (9024 — Res2000-523). 6.11) Resolution Appointing City of Plymouth Representative to the Bassett Creek Water Management Commission Policy Advisory Group, Second Generation surface Water Management Plan (Res2000-524). 6.12) Resolution Clarifying Acceptance of Proposal for One Current Model 100 ft. Aerial Platform/Pumper Truck (Res2000-525). Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 4 of 15 Councilmember Bildsoe stated that Councilmember Black would be a very good representative on the Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission Policy Advisory Group (item No. 6.11). There being no further discussion and with all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Public Hearings 7.1) Assessment Hearing for 2000 Removal and Destruction of Diseased Trees (Roll 1) Finance Manager Jacobson reported during each summer, the Forestry Division marks diseased trees located throughout the City for removal. Property owners are notified and given 20 days to remove the diseased trees. If the diseased trees are not removed within the required timeline, the City has contractual crews carry out the removal process. He stated there are two affected property owners who were billed for the costs associated with removal and destruction of their trees, and they were provided with at least 30 days to pay the costs. Therefore, staff is recommending adopting the resolution. Mayor Tierney opened the public hearing for testimony. Sidney Brennan, 1013 Ford Road, Minnetonka, stated he filed with City Forester Buck an objection along with a letter. However, he did not receive a response from City Forester Buck. He stated that the tree in question was a damaged tree, not a diseased tree. He intended to remove the tree himself. He started the process of removing the tree, but his neighbor posed a problem in the effort as he was denied access to his neighbor's property. He stated it was impossible to remove the tree without it falling onto the neighbor's yard due to the location of the tree. He started to remove the tree on June 27 and had half of it removed. He then received a notice from his neighbor. He faxed a letter to City Forester Buck on June 29. On July 17 the tree was removed by the City and hauled away. He stated he never received a breakdown on the cost of cutting the tree and removing the wood. He objects to the proposed assessment based on the fact that there was a controversy. He notified the City that there was a delay in removing the tree. Mayor stated the Council has been provided with considerable amount of correspondence on what has occurred. City Forester Buck stated Mr. Brennan's contention that either one half or one third of the tree had been removed is incorrect. One large branch had been partially cut, but had gotten stuck in another tree and was left hanging still slightly attached to the tree. This was creating an even more hazardous situation than the tree itself. When this branch fell due to wind and fiu-ther Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 5 of 15 damaging the neighbor's fence, he felt the City had no choice but to alleviate the hazardous condition. After he communicated this concern to Mr. Brennan, he stated that he was going to work on removing the tree. He stated there were a series of telephone messages back and forth between himself and Mr. Brennan, and action by the City continued to be postponed as Mr. Brennan always said the tree would be removed. In his opinion, three months was adequate time to remove the tree. Councilmember Harstad asked if it is correct that the City's policy is that property owners have 20 days to remove the trees and/or work with the City once they are marked. City Forester Buck stated that is correct. Mayor Tierney asked City Forester Buck if he had any contact with the neighbor who refused to allow Mr. Brennan to park his equipment in his yard. City Forester Buck replied there was probably a dispute between the two neighbors, but he didn't get involved. He stated the neighbor , allowed the City to access their property. He also stated that Mr. Brennan had 86 days to remove the tree. Mr. Brennan stated he cut down 2/3 of the tree on June 27. He stated there would be a chance that some of the branches would fall on the neighbor's yard; however, they wouldn't damage anything. He explained he had a bucket parked directly under the tree, and he was cutting the tree himself. He stated part of the problem was that the neighbor had parked his camper under the tree. He reiterated that the City is unfairly assessing him. He requested the breakdown of costs on removing the tree. City Forester Buck stated the cost is a straight price that is based on the size of the tree and its location. The Council discussed upholding the proposed assessment or just assessing the cost for removing the tree. Councilmember Bildsoe commented that if the Council were to change the amount that would be assessed, the City's policy needs to be reviewed. There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Tierney declared the public hearing closed. Motion was made by Councilmember Harstad, and seconded by Mayor Tierney, to adopt a Resolution Adopting Assessments for 2000 Removal and Destruction of Diseased Trees, Roll 1, but with an amendment to assess Mr. Brennan $500 plus 6.5% sales tax and 25% administration fee, not to exceed $100. Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 6 of 15 Councilmember Johnson stated the Council shouldn't be disputing what the contractor charged the City for removing the tree. There is no relation between this cost and the issue that Mr. Brennan presented at the public hearing. Councilmember Harstad stated he doesn't feel the $950 removal price is exactly fair as the fence between the neighbors was defined as a permanent structure. Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Harstad, to call the question. With all members voting against the motion but Harstad and Bildsoe, the motion failed. Mayor Tierney agreed with Councilmember Harstad that the $950 removal fee seems extraordinarily high. She would be willing to support the main motion based upon the circumstances. Councilmember Johnson feels this was a neighborhood dispute where the deadline expired, and the City had to take action. The question is whether Mr. Brennan was under circumstances outside of his control. Councilmember Black asked if the tree removal fee has been reduced for other homeowners. Park and Recreation Director Blank stated yes, about four years ago, an adjustment was made for undue circumstances. Councilmember Brown asked if there was another option for Mr. Brennan since he was denied access to his neighbor's property. City Forester Buck stated yes, he could have cut the tree down in smaller chunks and kept it on his side of the property. Park and Recreation Director Blank stated staff doesn't want to be cutting down trees on private property. Mr. Brennan had the option to hire a contractor, but he chose to do the work himself. Mayor Tierney asked with this type of situation, does the City have the option of working with the neighbor so the property owner could retain the wood. City Forester Buck replied yes, if that would've been earlier on in the process. He stated he tried to work with Mr. Brennan in granting extensions over the three-month period of time. He reiterated that the City's policy states that property owners have 20 days to remove the trees after due notice has been provided. There being no further discussion, the Council voted on the main motion. With Harstad, Johnson, and Tierney voting yes, and Brown, Black, Bildsoe, and Slavik voting no, the motion failed. Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 7 of 15 Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to adopt a Resolution Adopting Assessments for 2000 Removal and Destruction of Diseased Trees, Roll 1 Res2000-526). With all members voting in favor but Harstad, Johnson, and Tierney, the motion carried. 7.2) Assessment Hearing for 2000 Weed Eradication and Destruction (Roll 1) Finance Manager Jacobson reported during each summer, the City investigates complaints and other obvious noxious weed problems. The City notifies the property owners and provides them 15 days to remove the weeds. If the weeds are not removed within the required timeline, the City has contractual crews carry out the removal process. Affected property owners were billed for the costs associated with eradication and destruction and given at least 30 days to pay the costs. Mayor Tierney opened the public hearing for testimony. There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Tierney declared the public hearing closed. Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Harstad, to adopt a Resolution Adopting Assessments for 2000 Weed Eradication and Destruction, Roll 1 Res2000-527). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. General Business 8.1) Approve Rezoning from RSF-2 to RSF-4 and Preliminary Plat Approval for "Sunrise Park" located south of 34`b Avenue and east of Pilgrim Lane (20114) Community Development Director Hurlburt reported on the request to approve the rezoning from RSF-2 to RSF-4 and a Preliminary Plat for 14 twinhome units and 19 detached single- family homes to be known as "Sunrise Park" located south of 34`h Avenue and east of Pilgrim Lane. She illustrated the proposed development on the 18.65 acre site. She stated a new public street would be extended south on 34d' Avenue, and the majority of the development would be clustered on the cul-de-sac. She stated one major difference between this plan and the previous plan, is that the City adopted the Comprehensive Plan which lowered the allowable number of units on this site. She explained the developer has eliminated the dwellings on Kilmer Lane near Highway 169. The previous proposal contained 40% tree removal while this plan contains 46% tree removal. The developer would need to provide a wetland mitigation plan for the seven acres of wetland contained on this site. The current plan seems to have a little more impact on the Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 8 of 15 wetland. She stated the applicant requested that all of the property be rezoned to RSF-4, but the Planning Commission requests that the five units located on 31St Avenue not be included in the rezoning as that is not necessary. She stated staff provided a revised resolution to the Council which includes condition No. 14. She also stated that the Council has been provided with copies of written objections to this development. If the Council would deny the rezoning this evening, staff recommends that the Council direct staff to prepare a resolution for findings of fact for a future Council meeting. Councilmember Johnson mentioned the private drive between Sunpoint Road and 31St Avenue. Community Development Director Hurlburt stated that would be a 15 foot trail that could be used for emergency traffic. Councilmember Brown asked if there would be a barrier at the 31St Avenue cul-de-sac. Community Development Director Hurlburt stated it would be marked for no vehicle access. Councilmember Brown asked what the checkpoint is for the landscaping plan and the conditions for the Preliminary Plat approval. Community Development Director Hurlburt replied the majority of the conditions would need to be addressed before final plat approval. Derrick Passe, from Passe Engineering, stated he worked on the design of this site. He stated previously, there had been a lot of complaints about the twinhomes backing into adjacent single- family housing. Therefore, they configured the development so there are single-family homes abutting the adjacent single-family homes with the twinhomes being located on the other end of the development. In addition, they developed a road through the development so that 90 percent of the development would exit onto 34th Avenue. He stated regarding the question of not rezoning a portion of the site to RSF-4, their only question would the overall density of the site, as they would utilize the entire site. Councilmember Brown asked how the single-family homes differ from the twinhomes. Mr. Passe replied they are half the size of the twin homes with the option for a third car garage on a portion of them. Councilmember Johnson asked if there is an option to remove the twinhomes located near the wetland that appear to be separated from the development. Mr. Passe stated those homes provide a buffer by closing up the private drive so that there is less sight to the apartment complex. Councilmember Johnson stated regarding tree preservation efforts, she asked whether some of the single-family homes could be moved in closer within the development to increase tree buffer and make a better road/trail alignment through the property. Mr. Passe stated this change would seriously impact the project by four units. Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 9 of 15 Councilmember Harstad asked what would occur if there was a catastrophic rainfall. Mr. Passe stated the units wouldn't be under water. There would be a connection to the two basins with an overland overflow which would be two feet below any of the ground floor levels. He stated the basements are at least two feet above any 100 -year flood level. Councilmember Black asked what the setback would be of the two twinhomes set apart near the wetland basin. Mr. Passe replied those units would have a 20 foot backyard. Councilmember Black asked how much space would the City need for a drainage easement that would encroach into those backyards for overland flow. Public Works Director Moore replied the overland flow is away from the units on the easterly side of the pond. John Baranauskas, 3250 Pilgrim Lane, stated originally, the watershed was the main issue for him. He mentioned the Environmental Assessment Worksheet for the Reserve Development, but he understands that this project isn't the magnitude of that project. He discussed the Medicine Lake Watershed and Lake Management Plan completed by Barr Engineering. According to their report, Medicine Lake would continue to be affected by the problems that occur when a lake's watershed areas urbanize. The increased volume and pollutant levels of storm water runoff from the watershed deteriorate the water quality of the lake. He mentioned the high phosphorus level of the lake. As one increases the flow and urbanization, the phosphorus level of the lake is also increased. He stated nothing has been done in their areas to mitigate the watershed. He would like to see that in order to avoid the wetland, the two twinhomes near the wetland and the two units to the west of those units be removed in order to provide a natural vegetative buffer which would allow drainage through the north of the property. John Bolen, 3260 Pilgrim Lane, spoke in opposition to the proposed project. He stated that the developer believes that multi -family housing provides the best type of housing due to the adjacent single-family and apartment uses. He illustrated what the development would look like after the trees are removed and the homes are added. He stated there would be 248 trees removed. He requested the Council to listen to the residents' concerns this evening. They are willing to work with the developer. Jay Duggan, 3320 Pilgrim Lane, stated there would be less impact if this development contained all single-family homes. He is concerned that the new road through this development would be within 20 feet of his back yard. He acknowledged that this is a hard site to develop, but he requested the wetlands and trees be addressed. Kathy Pederson, 9885 31St Avenue North, stated she agrees with the comments above. She stated with the departure of trees, the noise level would increase from Highway 169. She asked whether the City or the developer constructs retaining walls as she could hear noise from Highway Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page10 of 15 169. Does the City or the developer build retaining walls. She stated she currently hears noise from Highway 169. She also asked if there is any stipulation that there be a buffer between her home and the proposed adjacent home. Lastly, she asked if the drainage pipe from the north to the south would be monitored. Community Development Director Hurlburt stated regarding the noise from Highway 169, the City's ordinance does not apply to City streets or state highways. She stated as proposed, the zoning would not change between Ms. Pederson's home and the proposed adjacent home. Therefore, there is no requirement for landscaping and buffering between two single-family homes. Public Works Director Moore stated regarding the pipe from the north and south wetlands, the City would review the work to make sure it meets City standards. Judy Paidar, 9890 31St Avenue North, stated that this land is not an ideal piece of property to construct these homes. She appreciates the changes that have been made by the developer, and she appreciates the cul-de-sac on 31 St Avenue. She stated the area surrounding their homes were for single-family homes. All the proposed homes would look identical. She stated originally, this development was geared towards "empty nesters" with no additional traffic. Now, the developer is proposing single-family homes with three stall garages. She also stated there is no need for the two twinhome developments near the wetland. She requested the Council deny the rezoning. Councilmember Black asked if the removal of the ditch is an improvement to the wetlands. Public Works Director Moore stated the ditch has been excavated, and the northern wetland area does drain. The southern wetland is controlled by a structure that the City constructed many years ago which would allow for the removal of the ditch. All the hard surface drainage would empty into the NURP ponds, and then that would drain into the wetland for additional treatment. Motion was made by Councilmember Harstad, and seconded by Mayor Tierney, to approve the rezoning as presented in staff's report. Councilmember Johnson stated there are still some problems associated with the middle part of the site. It is somewhat ackward to have two twinhomes in the middle and the type of transition to detached single-family homes. She would prefer that the single-family homes on the south part of the development be moved closer to the middle in order to retain more trees as a buffer. She doesn't believe the developer has met the standards for rezoning (buffer, and road alignment issues). Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 11 of 15 Councilmember Brown stated the developer has addressed some of the original problems. He likes that 31 st Avenue has been blocked off, and he still supports the twinhomes along 34th Avenue. However, he is concerned how the road infringes on the wetlands. Councilmember Black stated the majority of the issues that have been discussed relate to the platting and not the rezoning. This particular design does negatively impact the environment more than the first plan. She would support the rezoning of the northern part, but she would not support the preliminary plat as proposed. Councilmember Bildsoe suggested instead of rejecting the rezoning this evening, the Council could offer comments and suggestions to the developer. Councilmember Johnson stated she is concerned about approving the rezoning, as the Council's discretion is less with the platting process. Councilmember Black stated in the previous plan, she believes that the developer did avoid the wetlands. Councilmember Johnson stated she is concerned that if the Council approved the rezoning, the developer could present a different plan which would have all the traffic being rerouted back to 31" Avenue. If the developer presented the first plan, the City's discretion would be lessened. Councilmember Black stated there would be additional traffic with single-family housing. Therefore, there is a trade off between the twinhomes and the single-family homes. Arnie Zachman, developer, stated with the first plat presented there were three major issues which were the traffic, single-family homes on 31" Avenue, and the bike path on the westerly side. He stated this development is targeting "empty nesters." The third garage stall just provides additional space to store extra items, i.e. a boat. They tried to have the single-family housing be adjacent to single-family housing. The twinhomes provide a buffer to the apartment complexes. He stated regarding the tree loss, the homes would block more noise than trees would. However, there would be a lot of tree replacement within the development. Councilmember Harstad stated the Council already asked the developer to meet with the neighbors to discuss their concerns as well as the Council's. He stated the revised plan is an improvement over the first plan. He stated there is less density with the new plan. Therefore, he supports the ordinance rezoning this property. Councilmember Johnson stated she appreciates what the developer has prepared for the second plan. However, she feels there is poor planning in the middle of the plat. She prefers that trees be utilized as buffers rather than those two twinhomes in the middle of the development. She Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 12 of 15 spoke of the Pilgrim Lane properties that would virtually have a street in front and a street in the rear of their properties. Councilmember Slavik echoed Councilmember Johnson's comments. Community Development Director Hurlburt stated the revised plan maximizes the number of units that could be constructed on this site. If the rezoning would be denied, there would still be a possibility of constructing 22 units on this site which would be two units per acre. Mr. Zachman, asked if the layout could be modified if the rezoning would be approved (i.e. taking the twinhomes and making them single-family detached). Community Development Director Hurlburt stated the rezoning is needed for the twinhomes and the lot layout. Once the rezoning is approved, the Council could make a conditional approval of the preliminary plat to modify some of the lots. There being no further discussion, the Council voted on the main motion. With Brown, Black, Harstad, and Tierney voting yes, and Johnson, Bildsoe, and Slavik voting no, the motion failed. City Attorney Knutson recommended findings of fact be prepared for the next meeting. Motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, and seconded by Councilmember Black, that findings of fact for the denial of the rezoning be prepared for the November 14 Council meeting. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Motion was made by Mayor Tierney, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to table action on the preliminary plat to the November 14 Council meeting. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. The Council took a five-minute recess from 10:00 p.m. -10:05 p.m. 8.2) Approve Amendment to the Plymouth Ponds PUD, 17300 Medina Road (20140) Community Development Director Hurlburt illustrated the development. She explained the proposed plan amendment would alter the language concerning the types of uses that would be allowed in the development, specifically for building seven, which is the closest building to Highway 55. The amendment would allow warehouses with limited distribution center characteristics in this building. She stated the tenant, Fiskars, has a very limited amount of truck traffic to this development. Fiskars would be relocating from building one to building seven. Currently their truck traffic consists of two to four semi truck trailers everyday. Staff is recommending setting a limit of 10 semi truck trips per day to building seven as a way to assure Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page13 of 15 that this building wouldn't be a true distribution center in the future. The recommended restriction does not differentiate between Monday through Friday and the weekends. Tim Walsh, 8800 Ranier Lane, representing Fiskars, stated they want to expand in the community, and they are in need of approximately 70,000 square feet of retail space. They only have one to two semi trucks per day that unload, and then trucks are loaded to ship out the product. They would be complying with the 10 semi truck trips per day as recommended by staff. He stated the majority of the traffic is between 8:00 a.m. and 5:0 p.m., Monday through Friday. Councilmember Johnson asked if the restriction were placed on the weekends, would that impact their business. Mr. Walsh stated at this point, it wouldn't be an issue. He can only recall one instance where there was a truck that unloaded over the weekend. Councilmember Black stated that she wouldn't be supporting this amendment due to the previous concerns of the neighborhood. Councilmember Johnson stated Fiskars is a good fit in this development, and she would like to retain them as a tenant in this development. Councilmember Bildsoe stated this site would be protected due to the 10 trips per day, and if or when another company would request more trips per day. Motion was made by Councilmember Harstad, and seconded by Councilmember Bildsoe, to adopt a Resolution Approving PUD General Plan Amendment for Moen Leuer Construction, Inc. to allow Warehouses with Limited Distribution Center Characteristics as Permitted Uses in Building 7, Plymouth Ponds PUD, located at 17300 Medina Road (20140 — Res2000-528), Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to amend Section 21655.25 for Plymouth Ponds, Buildings 5-8 PUD for Lot 3, Block 1 (Building 7) located at 17300 Medina Road (10 trips per day) (Ord2000-33), and a Resolution Approving Findings of Fact for Amending the Zoning Ordinance Text for the Plymouth Ponds Business Park PUD, located South of Highway 55, North of Medina Road (20140 — Res2000-529). Councilmember Black stated even though Fiskars is a good tenant, she would not support the motion. Councilmember Slavik agreed and stated she wouldn't support a distribution center so close to a single-family neighborhood. Community Development Director Hurlburt stated notice was sent to all property owners within 750 feet of the property, and no one attended the Planning Commission's hearing. Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 14 of 15 Councilmember Brown stated Fiskars is trying to grow in the City and expand the tax base. He views their request as a small accommodation which is really protecting the property. Mr. Walsh stated they would be utilizing approximately two-thirds of the building. Motion was made by Councilmember Harstad, and seconded by Councilmember Bildsoe, to call the question. With all members voting in favor but Black, the motion carried. The Council then voted on the main motion and with all members voting in favor but Black and Slavik, the motion carried. 8.3) Receive 1999 Financial Trend Report Finance Manager Jacobson provided a brief summary of the report. Councilmember Harstad stated he was pleasantly surprised that health care costs haven't increased like other companies. Finance Manager Jacobson stated the City's cost would remain relatively fixed as it relates to the union contracts. The employees would absorb a larger percentage of the increase in health care costs. The Council discussed how the City ranks for the number of City employees based on population. Some of the Councilmembers stressed that the City needs to have adequate staffing for the residents rather than staying at the lower end of the scale. Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to accept the report. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. 8.4) Approve Recommendation to Discontinue Metrolink Commute West Job Fair Councilmember Harstad voiced his concerns about discontinuing the Metrolink Commute West Job Fair. He stated there are many benefactors of the job fair, and the City enjoys a low unemployment rate. He suggested that the job fair be conducted at the Plymouth Creek Center rather than the Radisson which could help to reduce some of the costs. Councilmember Bildsoe stated he appreciates Councilmember Harstad's comments. However, the participation and level of interest by businesses and other groups has been lower at the last two job fairs. He suggested the Council discuss this is at a study session. Councilmember Brown agreed with Councilmember Bildsoe and stated perhaps there needs to be more of a tailored approach with businesses. Adopted City Council Minutes Regular Meeting of October 24, 2000 Page 15 of 15 Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Slavik, to not take any action at this time. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. 8.5) Set Special Meeting to Canvass Local Election Results Motion was made by Mayor Tierney, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to schedule the canvassing of the local election results on November 9 at 6:30 p.m. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Reports and Recommendations 9.1) Association of Metropolitan Municipalities 2001 Legislative Policies Mayor Tierney requested the Council submit their requested legislative policy lists to Assistant City Manager Ahrens within one week. 9.2) Association of Metropolitan Municipalities (AMM) and League of Minnesota Cities LMC) Policy Meetings Mayor Tierney reported AMM's policy meeting is on November 9, and the LMC policy adoption meeting is on the November 17. Mayor Tierney and Councilmember Black would be attending AMM's meeting. Mayor Tierney and Councilmembers Johnson and Black would be attending the LMC's meeting. Mayor Tierney stated the National League of Cities Conference would be held the first week of December in Boston, which she would be attending. Adjournment Motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to adjourn the meeting at 10:55 p.m. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. 1 andra R. Paulson, City Clerk