HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 05-10-2005Adopted Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
May 10, 2005
Deputy Mayor Bildsoe 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 10,
2005.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Deputy Mayor Bildsoe, Councilmembers Willis, Hewitt, Slavik,
Black, and Stein.
ABSENT: Mayor Johnson.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Ahrens, Fire Chief Kline, Community Development
Director Hurlburt, Finance Director Hahn, Housing Manager Barnes, Public Works
Director Cote, Recreation Supervisor Greupner, Police Chief Goldstein, City Attorney
Knutson, and City Clerk Paulson.
Plymouth Forum
Susan Olson, 864 Trenton Lane North, Cynthia Schuster, 860 Trenton Lane North, and
Peter Tulisaari, 862 Trenton Lane North, addressed the Council regarding the Revier
Lane project, from Highway 55 to 12th Avenue, which they learned of 1.5 weeks ago.
They stated that when they inquired with the City a few years ago if there would be a
road project in their area, staff informed that there wouldn't be due to excessive costs and
the need to clean up an area that contains debris and asbestos. They stated the proposed
plans are to extend the roadway with new lanes each way along with a passing lane in the
middle. They questioned whether there have been any traffic studies to determine
whether this is commuter traffic or commercial traffic. No privacy walls are proposed
which would block the noise from the commercial traffic. They questioned why this
roadway would need to be extended which would be due to the commercial development.
Public Works Director Cote explained that this project has been in the City's plans for 20
years. Staff would be reviewing previous traffic studies in this area. Community
Development Director Hurlburt briefly discussed the situation regarding debris that
contains asbestos, which would need to be removed.
Deputy Mayor Bildsoe stated that staff would contact them to discuss their concerns. He
noted that there would be a hearing on this project at the May 24 meeting.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
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4.01) Announcement of "Kids Day Plymouth" on May 21
Taylor Hieb reported on "Kids Day Plymouth" on May 21 and their event to be held on
that day at Four Seasons Chiropractic from 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. She thanked the
Council for their support.
4.02) Report on Primavera
Recreation Supervisor Greupner provided a "wrap up " of this year's Primavera event.
4.03) Announcement of Emergency Training Exercise at Armstrong High School
police ("k;Af Goldstein reported on the Emergency Training Exercise on May 13, from
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Armstrong High School. He stated the school exercise has been
schedule for November 10 at Wayzata High School.
4.04) Metropolitan Council, Roger Scherer
Roger Scherer, 12001 Bass Lake Road, who serves as the City's representative on the
Metropolitan Council, discussed with the Council their concerns on the proposed
reductions to funding for the Metro Mobility bus service. He reported that due to
reducing their operating costs, it currently appears that they would be able to save this
transit service. However, the rates would still increase. They are hopeful that they would
be able to obtain additional funding from the Legislature.
Councilmembers Black and Hewitt shared their concern that the Plymouth area isn't even
included on all of the transportation maps/plans that the Metropolitan Council uses for
planning purposes. There needs to be more cooperation with government entities. They
also mentioned the "grid lock" that occurs daily on Highway 169 south of I-394, and they
noted that this area isn't even on the Minnesota Department of Transportation's plans.
They asked if the Metropolitan Council is lobbying for this area as well as the section of
I-494 from I-394 to I-94. They voiced their frustration that the Metropolitan Council
would force the City to develop the remainder of Plymouth in the City's Comprehensive
Plan update, but the roads and transit opportunities aren't there to address the added
population. Councilmember Black commented that there are also water quality issues.
Mr. Scherer stated that he hasn't been that involved with the transportation planning,
other than labor negotiations, as the district that he represents. has all opt out transit
systems.
Councilmember Hewitt requested that if the Metro Mobility bus service would'be
reinstated, that it includes the Plymouth area other than just to the letter of the law;
otherwise, the City wouldn't be included. She also stated that the planning for the
Northwest Plymouth area doesn't just involve the Elm Creek interceptor but transit and
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road issues.
Mr. Scherer stated that there aren't funds available to build the major roads, as the tax
system doesn't provide for that. He stated the Metropolitan Council lobbies the
Legislature, but the tax bills originate with the Legislature.
Councilmember Willis stated the Metropolitan Council is only a planning agency, and
they establish system plans. They can establish priorities where bonding funds could be
allocated. He stated there are no new roadways proposed for the City, and he stated there
is a need to upgrade I-494 and Highway 169. The City should continue to work with the
Metropolitan Council to lobby for funding for these projects.
Deputy Mayor Biidsoe thanked Mr. Scherer for addressing the Council, and he stated the
Council would continue further discussions with him.
4.05) Announcement of Donation from the Plymouth Crime and Fire Prevention
Fund
Deputy Mayor Bildsoe thanked the Plymouth Crime and Fire Prevention Fund for their
recent donation of approximately $36,000 to the Police Department.
4.06) Announcement of Special Recycling Day on May 21
Councilmember Black announced this year's Special Recycling Day would be held on
May 21 from 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. at the Maintenance Facility.
Approval of Agenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Slavik, and seconded byCouncilmemberBlack, to
approve the agenda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Consent Agenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Black, and seconded by Councilmember Slavik, to
aVprove the Consent Agenda, which included the followingitems:
6.01) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 26 and Special Meetings of May 2 and
May 3.
6.02) Resolution Approving Disbursements for the Period Ending April 29, 2005
Res2005-173).
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6.03) Resolution Approving Site Plan Amendment and Variance for the City of
Plymouth to allow Reconstruction of the Bass Lake Lift Station (Sanitary Sewer Lift
Station No. 5), located at 12001 54th Avenue North (2005022 — Res2005-174).
6.04) Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications and Ordering Advertisement for
Bids for Bass Lake Lift Station Upgrade Improvements (4116 — Res2005-175).
6.05) Resolution Approving Findings of Fact for a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to
Repeal the Current Lighting Zone Map and adopt a New Lighting Zone Map (2005-021 —
Res2005-176) and an Ordinance amending Chapter 21 of the City Code relating to the
Lighting Zone Map (2005021— Ord2005-07).
6.06) Approval of request to defer consideration of rezoning of property from FRD to
RMF -1, and for a Preliminary Plat, Site Plan, and Conditional Use Permit to allow a
residential development containing 43 townhome units on 11.25 acres located at 3735
and 3855 County Road 101 (2005001).
6.07) Resolution Approving Execution of a New Hennepin Housing Consortium Joint
Cooperation Agreement with Hennepin County and the Cities of Bloomington, Eden
Prairie, and Minnetonka (Res2005-177).
6.08) Resolution Approving Renewal of Lawful Gambling License of Plymouth Lions
Club, Inc. (Res2005-172).
6.09) Resolution Approving 2005 Amusement License for Gopher State Expositions,
Inc. (Res2005-178).
6.10) Resolution Awarding Bid for Neighborhood Flood Control Project (3126 —
Res2005-179).
6.11.1) Resolution Approving Change Orders for the Plymouth Ice Center (Res2005-
180).
6.11.2) Resolution Approving Final Payment for Ice Center Contractors (Res2005-181).
6.12) Resolution Receiving Preliminary Engineering Report for South Shore Drive
Bridge Replacement Project (4145 - Res2005-182) and a Resolution Establishing a
Prioritized City Bridge Replacement List (Res2005-183).
6.13) Resolution Approving Traffic Signal Agreement for CSAH 61 42nd Place, C.S.A.
P. 27-661-041, MSAP 155-020-014 (5103 - Res2005-184).
6.14) Resolution Receiving Preliminary Engineering Report and Ordering Plans and
Specifications for Vicksburg Lane/25d` Avenue/Shenandoah Lane Traffic Signal
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Improvements (5105 — Res2005-185).
6.15) Resolution Approving Final Release of Financial Guarantee for Gramercy Park
Northwest Cooperative (20137 — Res2005-186).
6.16) Resolution Approving Master Agreement for Professional Engineering Services
Res2005-187).
6.17) Resolution Approving Property and Liability Insurance with the League of
Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust (Res2005-188).
6.18) Resolution Approving LSA Design, Inc. Amendment for Additional Structural
Design of the City of Plymouth's Park and Ride Transit Facility (3125 — Res2005-189).
6.19) Resolution Appointing Youth Members to the Advisory Board and Commissions
Res2005-190).
6.20) Ordinance Amending the Text of Chapter 21 of the Plymouth City Code to
Amend Allowable Use in :the C-1, C-2, and C-4 Districts (2004057 — Ord2005-08),
Resolution Approving Findings of Fact for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendments to the
Cl, C-2, and C-4 District to revise the Permitted and,Conditional Uses and Reduce the
Minimum District Size for the C-2 District (2004057) An Ordinance Amending the Text
of Chapter 21 of the Plymouth City Code, Entitled the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance
2004057 — Res2005-191), and a Resolution Approving Summary of Ordinance No.
2005-08, Chapter 21 of the Plymouth City Code (Res2005-192).
Councilmember Black asked when the projects would start for item No. 6.10. Public
Works Director replied they are proposed to begin in June.
Councilmember Hewitt presented correspondence that she received for item No. 6.06,
and she requested this be added to the permanent record.
Motion carried to approve the amended Consent Agenda.
City Manager Ahrens announced the youth who were appointed to various boards and
commissions (Res2005-190).
Public Hearings
7.1) Transfer of Plymouth Towne Square Deed
Jim Barnes reported on the request to transfer the deed of the Plymouth Towne Square
property from the City to the Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA). He stated
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the City acquired the site in August 1982 for this development, but the deed was never
transferred to the HRA.
Deputy Mayor Bildsoe opened the public hearing for testimony.
There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Deputy
Mayor Bildsoe declared the public hearing closed.
Motion was made by Councilmember Black and seconded by Councilmember Black, to
adopt a Resolution Dispensing with Statutory Requirements for Review by Planning
Commission of Disposal of Property (Res2005-193). With all members voting in favor,
the motion carried.
General Business
There were no General Business items).
Reports and Staff Recommendations
9.1) Legislative Update
City Manager Ahrens updated the Council on the property tax legislation and the
approval of the zero depth pool legislation:
Adi ournment
Deputy Mayor Bildsoe declared the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:10 p.m.
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andra R. Paulson, City Clerk