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Special Council Meeting
April 30, 2002
A Special Meeting of the Plymouth City Council was called to order by Mayor Tierney at
8:15 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, on April 30, 2002.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Deputy Mayor Johnson, Councilmembers Hewitt, Harstad,
Slavik, Black, and Stein.
ABSENT: Mayor Tierney.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Johnson, Assistant City Manager Ahrens, Finance
Director Hahn, Public Works Director Faulkner, Fire Chief_ Kline, and City Clerk
Paulson.
The Council unanimously agreed to move item No. 3 up on the agenda.
Consideration of Office to Purchase City Owned Property at 17825 County Road 24
Councilmember Johnson reported that the City has received a purchase agreement from
Family Hope Services to purchase City owned property at 17825 County Road 24 for
135,000.
Public Works Director Faulkner added that Family Hope Services contacted the City
approximately one month ago, and they have toured the property. He noted that the City
has received another purchase offer for this property.
Fred Peterson, representing Family Hope Services, stated the purpose of their
organization is to give hope to youth who are experiencing life transforming choices. He
provided packets of materials for each of the Councilmembers that explained their
organization. He illustrated two other facilities in Brooklyn Park and New Hope and
showed a video. He explained that the youth are bussed to and from their facility. The
facility would be in operation Monday through Friday nights. There is one group night,
and the remainder of the nights is for individual counseling. He stated that youth are
referred to their facility by schools and clergy. He stated this location best fits their needs
due to the close proximity to the Wayzata Schools. He stated as part of the $135,000
purchase offer, it would include the subject property at 17825 County Road 24 as well as
the north 40 feet of the lot to the south (3030 County Road 101). He explained by
acquiring the additional 40 feet, they could construct an addition onto the home.
Community Development Director Hurlburt illustrated photographs of the subject
properties as well as the adjacent neighborhoods. She explained Family Hope Services
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offer of $135,000 consists of $125,000 for the home and $10,000 for the additional 40
feet from the adjacent lot. There would be two accesses to the property. One access
would be on County Road 101 and the other access would be on County Road 24. She
mentioned the properties that the City also owns adjacent to the City water tower. Mr.
Peterson has reviewed these properties, but they are two story homes that could have
access issues.
Councilmember Harstad asked who would pay for the street assessment for the County
Road 101 improvement project for the subject property. Public Works Director Faulkner
replied there are no assessments for the improvement project.
Community Development Director Hurlburt stated the subject property would require the
public institutional zoning in order to allow the type of use that Family Hope Services is
requesting as well as a lot division to purchase 40 feet of the adjacent lot. The purchase
offer would also be contingent upon the rezoning of the property.
Councilmember Harstad asked if there have been any offers for City owned property at
3030 County Road 10. Public Works Director Faulkner replied no.
Public Works Director Faulkner explained the City purchased the subject property for
180,000, and the City's realtor has suggested an "as is" price of $134,900 which
wouldn't include the additional 40 feet from the adjacent lot. He stated the subject
property would require significant repairs that could total approximately $35,000.
Mr. Peterson illustrated the proposed addition to the home. He stressed that they could
add this addition onto the other side of the home without acquiring 40 feet from the
adjacent lot, but many of the mature trees would need to be removed from the property.
Community Development Director Hurlburt stated the Council would also need to
consider a Site Plan for the property.
Councilmember Black stated she could support this type of project, but she is concerned
with the additional 40 feet that would be acquired from the adjacent lot as well as how
that would affect the marketability of that property.
Councilmember Stein stated at this time, he is very neutral on the offer and proposed
project. However, he supported a hearing in order to receive comments from the
neighborhood.
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Councilmember Slavik agreed with Councilmember Stein. She stated Family Hope
Services is a valued organization, but it is very important that the neighborhood is
notified. She is concerned of losing the residential feel of this property with the proposed
use. In addition, she questions if the City would be compensated adequately for the
additional 40 feet from the adjacent lot.
Councilmember Hewitt stated the proposed project is a great idea, but the location could
be difficult if there are concerns from the neighborhood. She is also concerned about the
amount of the purchase price and acquiring 40 feet from the adjacent lot. She asked why
the properties near the water tower weren't selected. Mr. Peterson stated both of the
homes would need to be demolished, as they wouldn't be conducive for a group setting.
Councilmember Johnson stated she is concerned about the proposed use's affect on the
house to the south and west of the property that the City recently sold. There could be a
different perception especially with the rezoning of the subject property. She suggested
that the water tower sites be reviewed again, as the properties are already zoned public
institutional.
Councilmember Stein stated he is concerned about the City being the applicant for the
rezoning of the subject property. Therefore, he asked if Family Hope Services could be
the petitioner. Community Development Director Hurlburt replied the owner of the
property needs to sign the petition, and the City owns the property.
Councilmember Harstad agreed with Councilmember Johnson that the properties
adjacent to the water tower site should be reviewed again. He is concerned about the
public process necessary in order to develop the subject property. Therefore, he feels the
subject property isn't the best property for the proposed purpose.
Mr. Peterson stated they would need to acquire both properties near the water tower due
to the access of 40th Avenue.
Councilmember Johnson stated perhaps there could be some type of public/private
partnership with Family Hope Services for acquisition of the properties near the water
tower.
Mr. Peterson stated they are open to alternatives, and they appreciate the City trying to
work with them. He stated based on the comments heard this evening, they would
withdraw their purchase offer. He stated it appears that the Council is trying to work
with them on the lots near the water tower. However, they would reserve their right to
resubmit the purchase offer for 17825 County Road 24 if the sites adjacent to the water
tower aren't feasible.
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Presentation on Water Issues
Representatives of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates provided a thorough
presentation on the City's water supply and distribution. This presentation included
information on the City's aquifer, the entire water system, future treatment needs,
potential well sites in the Zachary plant area, softening of the City's water, combining the
City's water distribution system with Maple Grove's, taste of the City's water, and a
ground storage facility.
Schedule Future Study Sessions
Motion was made by Councilmember Slavik, and seconded by Councilmember Stein, to
schedule a Special Meeting on June 25 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss the Traffic Calming
Program. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Community Development Director Hurlburt requested direction for the Special Meeting
on May 21 where a group of residents from Northwest Plymouth have requested to meet
with the Council. The Council requested that notice be provided to those residents on the
list provided by Leonard Luedke. The Council also requested that this item be limited to
one hour that evening.
Adi ournment
Motion was made by Councilmember Stein, and seconded by Councilmember Hewitt, to
adjourn the meeting at 11:05 p.m. With all memb s voting in favor e motion carried.
t andra R. Paulson, City Clerk