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Regular Council Meeting
February 11, 2014
Mayor Slavik 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 February 11, 2014.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Johnson, Wosje, Willis, Bildsoe, Stein,
and Prom.
ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Callister, City Attorney Knutson, Public Works Director Cote,
Community Development Director Juetten, Parks and Recreation Director Evans, Police Chief
Goldstein, Deputy Fire Chief Springer, Administrative Services Director Fischer, Housing
Program Manager Barnes, Communications Manager LaFave, Communications Coordinator
Kastner, and City Clerk Engdahl.
Plymouth Forum
There was no one present to address the Council.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
4.01) Presentation from the Zakkary Johnson Memorial Fund
Gary Emfield, representative and grandfather of Zakkary Johnson Foundation spoke of their
desire to collaborate with the parks department in redeveloping Zachary Park into a universal
design park with a higher level of playground equipment. The funding would come from the
Zakkary Johnson Memorial Fund in honor of Zakkary Johnson, his grandson.
Parks and Recreation Director Evans stated park equipment usually has a life span of about 15-17
years and the Zachary Park equipment was installed in 2000, so it will be scheduled for
replacement in the next few years.
Mayor Slavik thanked Mr. Emfield and stated the City would be willing to work with their
foundation for this wonderful tribute.
Scott McBride, representative from MN/DOT, gave an overview on MN/DOT's reconsideration
for a general purpose lane on I-494 versus a dynamic shoulder lane. MN/DOT would like to
delay the proposed dynamic shoulder temporarily to reassess the cost differential between that
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plan and a general purpose lane. There would be some work done this summer to prep the
highway for reconstruction work. The goal would be to complete the general purpose lane by
2016. He stated the general purpose lane would cost an additional $25 million, and MN/DOT is
seeking funding sources. The bridges on I-494 that go over roadways and railways would have to
be rebuilt which is part of the increased cost. There shouldn't be a need to acquire additional
land for the new lane. MN/DOT will be seeking a transportation policy amendment through the
Metropolitan Council in order to proceed with this project.
The Council thanked MN/DOT for their consideration and support of the general purpose lane.
Katie Rodriguez, representative from Metropolitan Council stated there is great support from the
legislature for the general purpose lane. The Metropolitan Council's only concern is that there is
enough right-of-way for a future fourth lane if needed.
Mayor Slavik read the proclamation declaring "Stanislaw Skrowaczeski Appreciation Month."
Approval of Astenda
Mayor Slavik stated following the regular meeting, the Council would receive the quarterly
update from the City Manager.
Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Wosje, to
approve thea egnda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Consent Aeenda
Mayor Slavik noted that amended materials have been provided to the Council for item No's.
6.03, 6.14, and 6.19.
Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to
adopt the Consent Agenda that included the following items with amended resolutions for item
numbers 6.14 and 6.19:
6.01) City Council Minutes for Special Meetings of January 21 and February 4 and Regular
Meeting of January 28, 2014.
6.02) Resolution Approving disbursements ending February 1, 2014 (Res2014-042).
6.03) Resolution Approving the Filling of Wetlands and Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the
Wetland Credit Purchase Agreements for the Wetland Replacement Plan Application for Peony
Lane North of Schmidt Lake Road (10015-Res2014-043).
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6.04) Resolution Approving Request for Payment No. 2 and Final for Nature Canyon Erosion
Repair Project (11023-Res2014-044).
6.05) Resolution Approving Request for Payment No. 6 and Final for 2012 Street
Reconstruction Project (12001—Res2014-045).
6.06) Resolution Approving the Filling of Wetlands and Authorizing the Mayor to Execute the
Wetland Credit Purchase Agreements for the Wetland Replacement Plan Application for Dunkirk
Lane Street and Utility Improvements (13015-Res2014-046).
6.07) Resolution Approving Request for Payment No. 2 and Final for Churchill Farms Edge
Mill and Overlay Project (13021—Res2014-047).
6.08) Resolution Approving the Distribution of Trunk Sanitary Sewer and Watermain
Assessments within the Trillium Woods Addition Development (Res2014-048).
6.09) Resolution Accepting Streets for Continual Maintenance for Steeple Hill (2010098—
Res2014-049).
6.10) Resolution Approving 2014 City of Plymouth Engineering Guidelines and Standard
Detail Specifications (Res2014-050).
6.11) Resolution Approving the Revised Title VI Compliance and Implementation Plan and the
Limited English Proficiency Plan (Res2014-051).
6.12) Resolution Approving the Purchase of Seven Police Patrol Vehicles (Res2014-052).
6.13) Resolution Approving the Cooperative Purchase of the Oshkosh TPV Armored Vehicle
with the City of Maple Grove through the Houston -Galveston Area Council (HGAC) Purchasing
Consortium (Res2014-053).
6.14) Ordinance Amending Chapter 11 of the Plymouth City Code Concerning Tobacco and
Related Products (Ord2014-09).
6.15) Resolution Approving Amendment to the Tobacco -Free Policy to Add Electronic
Cigarettes (Res2014-054).
6.16) Resolution Approving a Tobacco License for E CIG POD USA LLC; d/b/a E Cig Pod,
5465 Orchid Lane North (Res2014-055).
6.17) Resolution Appointing Hennepin County, Minnesota as Agent with Respect to a Public
Hearing Regarding Developments and the Issuance of Revenue Obligations for the Benefit
Homeward Bound, Inc. (Res2014-056).
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6.18) Ordinance Amending Chapter 10 and 12 of the Plymouth City Code Concerning On -Sale
Liquor Licenses for Culinary Classes (Ord2014-10).
6.19) Resolution Approving Automatic Mutual Aid Response Agreement with the City of
Brooklyn Park Fire Department (Res2014-057).
6.20) Resolution Approving Application of the Wayzata Youth Hockey Association for a Raffle
on March 7-9 at the Plymouth Ice Center (Res2014-058).
Councilmember Prom registered a no vote for item number 6.11.
Councilmember Willis registered a no vote for item number 6.13.
With all members voting in favor, with the exception of Councilmember Prom who voted no on
item No. 6.11 and Councilmember Willis who voted no on item No. 6.13, the motion carried.
Public Hearings
There were no Public Hearings.
General Business
8.01) Consider a Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, and Conditional Use Permit for "Hidden
Meadows at Curtis Lake" for Property Located Southwest of 47th Avenue and Underwood
Lane (2013112)
Community Development Director Juetten explained the rezoning, preliminary plat and
conditional use permit application for "Hidden Meadows at Curtis Lake" for property located
southwest of 47th Avenue and Underwood Lane. He stated the applicant is requesting approval
for seven dwelling units (three two -unit townhomes and one single-family detached townhome.
He stated on January 15, 2014, the Planning Commission conducted the public hearing and
subsequently voted unanimously to recommend approval. Three residents spoke at the hearing.
Their primary concerns were the protection of the trees on the adjacent property as related to the
installation of a proposed retaining wall and drainage issues. He noted a revised grading and
utility plan eliminating the need for a retaining wall was submitted to the City by the developer
on January 31, 2014. He stated the plans also provide for a segment of drain pipe with an inlet
near the low spot on the Johnson property that would capture trapped runoff and pipe it into the
existing public storm sewer via a connection to a catch basin located in the street. Staff reviewed
the revisions and noted that the proposed swale in lieu of the retaining wall would serve to lessen
potential impacts on the trees, and that the proposed drain pipe would provide positive flow from
the low spot on the Johnson property to the storm sewer system. Staff is recommending approval
of the application.
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Councilmembers Prom and Willis stated they wouldn't support the rezoning as they prefer
single-family homes.
John McCullough, 4650 Underwood Lane, spoke about his concerns with the trees. He believes
six units would be better suited to the neighborhood and the property with less impact on the
trees.
Kendra Lindahl, representative from Landform Development, addressed the Council on behalf of
SVK Development. She stated the proposed development is the last piece of the "Hidden
Meadows" development. She stated their company did host an open house and invited property
owners within 750' to the meeting. They had overwhelming positive response to the proposed
plat with the exception of the neighboring property owner. She continued to say that their
company has worked hard to preserve existing trees and they have exceeded the setback
requirements in the City Code. They are willing to work with the City to find a solution for the
catch basin which would eliminate the retaining wall. She stated she is confident that the revised
plan will preserve the neighbor's trees. Lastly, in doing a market analysis, they believe this
revised plat with seven townhome units versus single-family homes will support the market
demand and will blend with the existing neighborhood and townhome units.
Councilmember Stein asked if a silt fence could be used during construction to maintain the 8'
setback from the tree line. Ms. Lindahl replied yes. She also stated that at the end of the project,
dirt would actually be used to fill in the area to make the swale.
Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to
gpprove the Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 (Zoning Ordinance) of the City Code to Classify
Certain Land located at the Southwest Corner of 47th Avenue and Underwood Lane (2013112—
Ord2014-11 the Resolution ApprovingFindingsindings of Fact for the Rezoning of Land located at the
Southwest Corner of 47th Avenue and Underwood Lane (2013112—Res2014-059), a Resolution
Approving a Preliminary Plat for Landform Professional Services for "Hidden Meadows at
Curtis Lake" for Property located at the southwest corner of 47th Avenue and Underwood Lane
2013112—Res2014-060), and a Resolution Approving a Conditional Use Permit for Landform
Professional Services for "Hidden Meadows at Curtis Lake" for Property located at the
Southwest Corner of 47th Avenue and Underwood Lane (2013112—Res2014-061).
Motion was made by Councilmember Stein, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to amend
the main motion to add a condition that a silt fence be constructed eight feet from the east
property line until final grade (this would be part of the conditional use permit and preliminary
plat resolutions). With Johnson, Wosje, Stein, and Bildsoe voting yes, and Prom, Willis, and
Slavik voting no, the motion carried.
The Council voted on the amended main motion and with Johnson, Wosje, Stein and Bildsoe
voting yes, and Prom, Willis and Slavik voting no, the motion carried.
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Reports and Staff Recommendations
There were no Reports or Staff Recommendations.
Adjournment
Mayor Slavik adjourned the meeting at 8:35 p.m.
Following adjournment, the Council conducted a quarterly update with the City Manager in the
Parkers Lake Conference Room. This meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
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