HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 02-09-2016Adopted Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
February 9, 2016
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 9, 2016.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Johnson, Beard, Willis, Carroll, and
Prom.
ABSENT: None.
Staff Present: City Manager Callister, Administrative Services Director Fischer, Community
Development Director Juetten, Public Works Director Cote, Park and Recreation Director Evans,
Public Safety Director Goldstein, Fire Chief Coppa, Water Resources Manager Asche, City
Attorney Knutson, and City Clerk Engdahl.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
4.01) Recognize Board and Commission Members
Mayor Slavik presented certificates of appreciation to outgoing board and commission members,
Terry Cheng from the Charter Commission; Kristian Stoeckel from the Environmental Quality
Committee; and Councilmember Jim Willis from the Housing and Redevelopment Authority.
4.02) Hennepin County Update
Hennepin County Commissioner Jeff Johnson provided an update regarding Hennepin County's
2016 budget and property tax increase, 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and changes needed in the
child protection areas.
Mayor Slavik commented on the importance of addressing the Rockford Road bridge, repair of
retaining walls along County Road 6, and County Road 24 pedestrian trail. She expressed the
City's appreciation to Hennepin County for funding miracle playfield and Commissioner
Johnson's partnership with the City.
Plymouth Forum
Mike Keegan, 16605 53rd Avenue North, voiced his concerns relating to the unintentional
flooding of an area in The Reserve at Spring Meadows, Kirkwood Addition, and his hope that
viable trees can be saved in this area. He provided the Council with photographs and explained
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that by summer of 2014, this area was partially flooded. At that time, only several homes had
been constructed so he believed that irrigation systems would not have caused the flooding.
Mr. Keegan stated in April 2015, he noticed the trees were not blooming so he contacted Water
Resources Manager Asche who did a site inspection and Lennar regarding the problem. He
described the location of pond overflow drains and stated his belief that drainage which used to
flow over Dunkirk Lane before it was paved is now becoming trapped in this area, resulting in
the trees dying.
By mid-July of 2015, many residents contacted the City and developer. In the fall, the City
evaluated the trees and decided many were no longer viable and should be removed. Because
the site was saturated, it was decided to perform work when the ground was frozen. With the
City's permission, the developer brought in heavy equipment and graded the area to the west of
the holding pond and constructed a surrounding berm. Before the developer removed the
flooded trees, neighboring residents interceded to ask the City to delay that action pending their
discussions with the Lennar to find a better solution.
Mr. Keegan stated the neighboring residents and one perspective buyer met with Lennar and
asked them to increase the number of trees to be planted, remove what the City deemed as a
hazard to the sidewalk or street, correct the faulty overflow drain under Dunkirk Lane, and
assume all financial responsibility including trees that need to be removed in the future. He
explained that while Lennar agreed to all of these points, they have indicated the City will not
allow them to drain the wetland. He stated he takes issue because the request is to restore the
area to what existed two years ago, which was not a wetland, and preserve viable trees as they
provide an invaluable noise and screening barrier. He noted their property values are suffering
and he believes the City has discretion to make adjustments to the overflow drain so it can
perform as designed. He requested the City to act expeditiously to engage whatever resources
are required to allow Lennar to proceed with the drainage correction before the spring thaw.
Mayor Slavik stated she and Councilmember Johnson would be happy to meet with the
neighbors and developer to discuss this issue. She requested Mr. Keegan to provide a list of
dates to staff that would work for the neighbors to meet.
Approval of Agenda
Item No. 6.06 was removed due to change in selection of dates for the events, item No. 6.01
included a correction on a page of meeting minutes and, item No. 8.02 included aa amended list
of Study Sessions topics to be scheduled.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Prom, to approve
the agenda as amended. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
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Consent Agenda
By request of Councilmember Prom, item No. 6.07 was removed from the Consent Agenda and
placed under General Business as item No. 8.03.
Motion was made by Councilmember Prom, and seconded by Councilmember Willis, to adopt
the amended Consent Agenda that included the following items:
6.01) Special and Regular Council Meeting Minutes of January 26, 2016.
6.02) Resolution Approving Disbursements ending January 30, 2016 (Res2016-032).
6.03) Resolution Accepting Utilities for Continual Maintenance for Brynwood 2nd Addition
2015027 - Res2016-033), Resolution Accepting Streets for Continual Maintenance for Trillium
Woods Addition (2008085—Res2016-034), Resolution Accepting Streets for Continual
Maintenance for Hampton Hills 5th Addition (2012102—Res2016-035), and Resolution
Accepting Streets for Continual Maintenance for Creek Ridge of Plymouth Addition (2013018 —
Res2016-036).
6.04) Resolution Approving an Encroachment Agreement for Retaining Walls on Lots 8 and
10, Block 1, Enclave on Greenway(Res2016-037).
6.05) Resolution Approving Request for Payment No. 3 and Final for 2015 Sanitary Sewer
Lining Project(15018 - Res2016-038).
6.06) (This item was removed from the agenda).
6.07) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as
item No. 8.03).
6.08) Resolution Approving Change Orders No. 2, 3, and 4 for Peony Lane North of Schmidt
Lake Road (10015 - Res2016-039).
6.09) Resolution Approving Expenditure from the DWI Resource Fund for installation of
Garage Door Opener at County Road 101 Water Tower(Res2016-040).
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Public Hearings
There were no public hearings.
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General Business
8.01) Resolution Approving Concurrent Detachment and Annexation of Land for the Just
for Kix property(2015102) (Tabled from January 26, 2016)
Community Development Director Juetten stated at the January 26, 2016 Council meeting, staff
was directed to draft a resolution for concurrent detachment and annexation of the subject land to
the City of Medina. He reported that the City of Medina is considering a similar resolution on
February 16, 2015. If both resolutions are approved, the City of Medina will submit them to the
Chief Administrative Law Judge to finalize the process for detachment and annexation.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Prom, to adopt a
Resolution for Concurrent Detachment and Annexation of Land from the City of Plymouth to the
City of Medina(Res2016-041). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
8.02) Set Future Study Sessions
The Council scheduled or amended the following study sessions:
February 16 Study Session agenda: Added 2016 Council goals and legislative priorities
and departmental work plans.
March 8 at 5:30 p.m.: Group home licensure.
March 22 at 5:30 p.m.: Review of appeal process for massage licenses and Ordinance
Amending Section 2.07 of the City Charter concerning Council vacancies.
April 12: Quarterly update with City Manager following regular Council meeting.
April 19 at 6 p.m.: EDA organizational meeting.
April 26 at 5:30 p.m.: Medical cannabis ordinance.
May 3 at 5:30 p.m.: Comprehensive Plan, draft vision, goals, and policies
May 17 at 6 p.m.: Public Safety update e
8.03) Agreement with the City of Maple Grove for the Pike Creek Gabion Repair and
Drainage Improvement Project (previously item No 6.07)
At the request of Councilmember Prom, Water Resources Manager Asche described the Pike
Creek Gabion repair to a failed gabion (dam-like structure comprised of rock) so the rate and
flow of Pike Creek can again be controlled and sediment captured.
Motion was made by Councilmember Prom, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to adopt
a Resolution Approving an Agreement with the City of Maple Grove for the Pike Creek Gabion
Repair and Drainage Improvement Project(15010 - Res2016-042). With all members voting in
favor, the motion carried.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
There were no reports and staff recommendations.
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Adjournment
Mayor Slavik adjourned the regular meeting at 7:40 p.m.
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