HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 09-20-1993MINUTES
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 20, 1993
The regular meeting of the Plymouth City Council was called to order by Mayor Bergman
at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Center, 3400 Plymouth Blvd., on
September 20, 1993.
PRESENT: Mayor Bergman, Councilmembers Helliwell, Tierney, and Vasiliou
ABSENT: Councilmember Edson
STAFF PRESENT: Assistant City Manager Lueckert, Public Works Director Moore,
Community Development Director Hurlburt, Public Safety Director
Gerdes, City Attorney Meller, and City Clerk Rauenhorst
ITEM 4-A PRESENTATION OF PLAQUES OF APPRECIATION
Mayor Bergman announced that plaques of appreciation will be mailed to Paul
Dolan for his service on the Board of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals, and to
Mary Dolan for service on the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council
Advisory Committee.
ITEM 4-B PROCLAMATION OF WASTE REDUCTION WEEK
Mayor Bergman proclaimed the week of September 27 through October 2 as
Waste Reduction Week.
ITEM 5 APPROVE AGENDA
MOTION was made by Councilmember Tierney, seconded by Councilmember
Helliwell, to approve the agenda.
Motion carried, four ayes.
ITEM 6 CONSENT AGENDA
Item 6-F was removed from the Consent Agenda. Councilmember Helliwell
requested that her no vote be reflected on Item 6-N-1.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to approve the Consent Agenda.
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Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-A APPROVE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to approve the City Council minutes of the August 30 study session, and
the September 9 study session.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-B APPROVE DISBURSEMENTS
MOTION was made by Counciimember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-548 APPROVING
DISBURSEMENTS FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 9, 1993.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-C YOUR MOVE PACK AND LOAD SERVICE - CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT (93085)
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-549 APPROVING CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR YOUR MOVE PACK AND LOAD SERVICE FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED NORTHEAST OF I-494 AND 24TH AVENUE
NORTH (93085)
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-D BAUER HOMES - AMENDED PUD PLAN AND CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT (93093)
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-550 APPROVING AMENDED
RESIDENTIAL PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PLAN AND
CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR BAUER HOMES, INC., FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4130 RANCHVIEW LANE NORTH (93093).
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
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ITEM 6-E COTTONWOOD PLAZA LEASING OFFICE - CUP (93097)
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-551 APPROVING CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR JEROME BEGIN - BARB DEMARS FOR OUTSIDE
STORAGE AND DISPLAY OF NEW AUTOMOBILES LOCATED AT
3900 VINEWOOD LANE NORTH (93097).
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-F HENNEPIN COUNTY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT - PUD
PRELIMINARY PLAN AMENDMENT AND MPUD FINAL SITE PLAN FOR
PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY LIBRARY (93076)
Joe Domagala, 17705 County Road 24, questioned Condition 13 of the proposed
approving resolution for PUD preliminary plan amendment and MPUD final site
plan for construction of the Plymouth Community Library. Mr. Domagala stated
that this condition would allow the use of a natural prairie seed mix on the site. He
questioned whether prairie grass is appropriate in this location. He also asked for
assurance that approval of the library on this site would not create restrictions for
future retail establishments in the PUD, which normally would be allowed in a B-2
district. He stated that discussions are being held with a lot of people interested in
development in the PUD, and he wanted assurance there would be no problem
with a use such as a restaurant holding a 3.2 liquor license or wine license given
the proximity of the library.
Councilmember Helliwell noted that there are retail establishments all around the
Maple Grove library. She believes the library fits well into a retail area. She
agreed that the prairie seed mix is not appropriate for this site and stated that the
landscaping should be uniform with surrounding sites.
Councilmember Vasiliou also expressed concern about the proposed prairie grass.
She stated that a governmental development should not be held to a different
standard than a private development.
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MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Councilmember
Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-552 APPROVING AMENDED
MIXED PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY PLAN AND
MIXED PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FINAL SITE PLAN FOR
HENNEPIN COUNTY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT FOR PROPERTY
LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF 36TH AVENUE NORTH
AND VICKSBURG LANE NORTH (93076), amending Condition No. 13 to
provide that the site must conform to the City landscape standard and the
use of natural prairie seed mix is not allowed for the site.
The Council discussed the use of natural prairie grass in the city. Councilmember
Helliwell noted that it may be appropriate to allow natural prairie grass in areas
that are difficult to sod and maintain.
Richard Strong, Hennepin County Property Management, explained that prairie
grass was proposed for the site because it would blend well with the building style.
He stated the prairie grass would be about 2' tall and would include a mix of wild
flowers. Prairie grass is used at the Eden Prairie library site.
Councilmember Helliwell asked if the Council could approve the plan and later
resolve the issue of landscaping.
Councilmember Vasiliou stated the Council has previously denied requests for
prairie grass. She believes it is an undesirable precedent to now allow it in a retail
area. She stated that natural prairie grass was allowed in a portion of the
Vicksburg Lane right-of-way. However, if the Council approves this request on
privately owned property, it would be very difficult to deny similar requests in the
future.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-G JGM AGENCY, INC. SITE PLAN AMENDMENT FOR PARKING
LOT EXPANSION (93090)
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-553 APPROVING SITE PLAN
AMENDMENT FOR JGM AGENCY, INC., FOR PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 9909 SOUTHSHORE DRIVE (93090)
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
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ITEM 6-H SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT FOR COUNTY ROAD 10
IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 812
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-554 REVISING CONSTRUCTION
COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT, SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT NO. 7,
COUNTY ROADS 10 AND 61, COUNTY PROJECT NO. 7408, CITY
PROJECT NO. 812.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-I PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REPORT ON HOLLYDALE
WATER TOWER, PROJECT NO. 212.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-555 RECEIVING PRELIMINARY
ENGINEERING REPORT, HOLLYDALE WATER TOWER, CITY
PROJECT NO. 212, AND DIRECTING STAFF TO CONDUCT PUBLIC
INFORMATION MEETINGS WITH AREA PROPERTY OWNERS ON
THE ALTERNATE LOCATION AND DESIGNS TO RECEIVE PUBLIC
COMMENT.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-J AGREEMENT WITH HENNEPIN COUNTY FOR USE OF
COMPUTER DATABASE
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-556 APPROVING CONDITIONAL
USE AGREEMENT, PROPRIETARY DATABASE, HENNEPIN COUNTY.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-K APPROVE EXEMPTION UNDER 1991 WETLAND ACT FOR WEST
SUBURBAN HEALTH CAMPUS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-557 APPROVING FINDINGS OF
FACT FORM AND CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTION WETLAND
CONSERVATION ACT 1991, WEST SUBURBAN HEALTH CAMPUS.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
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ITEM 6-L STREET LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS FOR FERNBROOK
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-558 DECLARING ADEQUACY OF
PETITION AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF REPORT, STREET
LIGHTING - FERNBROOK TOWNHOMES ADDITION.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-559 RECEIVING REPORT AND
ORDERING PROJECT - STREET LIGHTING, FERNBROOK
TOWNHOMES.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-M DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT BOND REDUCTIONS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-560 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT
BOND, WESTWOOD RIDGE 2ND ADDITION (85108)
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-561 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT
BOND, PARKERS LAKE NORTH 8TH ADDITION (92071)
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-562 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT
BOND, EAGLEWOOD ADDITION (92110)
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
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ITEM 6-N DECLARE COSTS TO BE ASSESSED AND SET ASSESSMENT
HEARINGS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-563 DECLARING COSTS TO BE
ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED
ASSESSMENTS, NORTHWEST BOULEVARD/SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD,
CITY PROJECT NO. 011
Motion carried on a roll call vote, three ayes, Helliwell nay.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-564 RESOLUTION FOR
HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, NORTHWEST
BOULEVARD/SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD, CITY PROJECT NO. 011
Motion carried on a roll call vote, three ayes, Helliwell nay.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-565 DECLARING COSTS TO BE
ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT, NORTHCENTRAL TRUNK SANITARY SEWER -
PHASE H, CITY PROJECT NO. 015
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-566 RESOLUTION FOR
HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, NORTHCENTRAL TRUNK
SANITARY SEWER - PHASE H, CITY PROJECT NO. 015
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-567 DECLARING COSTS TO BE
ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT, NORTHWEST -17 TRUNK SANITARY SEWER, CITY
PROJECT NO. 040
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
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MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-568 RESOLUTION FOR
HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, NORTHWEST -17 TRUNK
SANITARY SEWER, CITY PROJECT NO. 040
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-569 DECLARING COSTS TO BE
ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT, 1993 STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM, CITY
PROJECT NO. 301
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-570 RESOLUTION FOR
HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, 1993 STREET
RECONSTRUCTION PROGRAM, CITY PROJECT NO. 301
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-571 DECLARING COST TO BE
ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT FOR DEBRIS CLEANUP, 2870 EVERGREEN LANE
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-572 RESOLUTION FOR
HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, DEBRIS REMOVAL - 2870
EVERGREEN LANE
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-0 RECEIVE PLANS AND ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR DUNKIRK
LANE IMPROVEMENT, CITY PROJECT NO. 308
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-573 APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS AND ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS,
DUNKIRK LANE IMPROVEMENT, CITY PROJECT NO. 308
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Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-P APPROVE "NO PARKING" ON DUNKIRK LANE AND NEW
COUNTY ROAD 9
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-574 AUTHORIZING THE
INSTALLATION OF "NO PARKING" SIGNS ON DUNKIRK LANE
BETWEEN OLD ROCKFORD ROAD AND NEW COUNTY ROAD 9
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-575 AUTHORIZING THE
INSTALLATION OF "NO PARKING" SIGNS ON NEW COUNTY
ROAD 9 BETWEEN VICKSBURG LANE AND STATE HIGHWAY 55
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-0 AUTHORIZE STOP SIGNS AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-576 INSTALLATION OF STOP
SIGNS
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 6-R DECLARE COST TO BE ASSESSED AND SET PUBLIC HEARING
FOR DELINQUENT FIRE ALARM PERMIT FEES
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-577 DECLARING COST TO BE
ASSESSED AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF PROPOSED
ASSESSMENT FOR DELINQUENT FIRE ALARM FEES
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Tierney, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-578 CALLING FOR PUBLIC
HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, DELINQUENT FIRE ALARM
PERMIT FEES
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
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ITEM 7-A CONSIDERATION OF ORDERING 26TH AVENUE
IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO. 601
Public Works Director Moore stated that on June 21, the Council held a public
improvement hearing to consider the proposed improvement of 26th Avenue
between State Highway 169 and Medicine Ridge Road. At the conclusion of the
hearing, the Council directed that a meeting be held with staff, property owners,
and the Council to discuss concerns raised during the public hearing. That meeting
was held on August 16.
He stated that the project as originally proposed was for a 36' wide street with a
10' pedestrian trail along the north side of the road. This would permit parking on
one side of the street. He stated that 26th Avenue is part of the City's municipal
state aid system and its width and construction standard must meet requirements
set by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. A majority of the project cost
is proposed to be funded with Municipal State Aid funds. He stated that this
project was proposed by staff due to the condition of the roadway, and requires a
4/5 vote of the City Council in order to proceed.
He recommended that the Council order the project for construction with the
following conditions:
The street be constructed to a width of 32' wide, face to face of concrete
curb;
Concrete curb and gutter be installed on the roadway along with drainage
improvements for the street;
3. An 8' wide pedestrian trail/sidewalk be constructed immediately adjacent
to the curb on the southerly side of the roadway,
4. That the estimated assessments for the adjacent properties that receive
driveway access to 26th Avenue be established at $45.64 per foot of
frontage along the street; and
5. Properties that do not use the street for access would have an estimated
assessment for the concrete curb and gutter of $7.76 per front foot.
Mayor Bergman asked if the cost of the trail is proposed to be assessed to
benefiting property owners.
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Director Moore stated no special assessments are proposed for the trail
improvements. He stated the property owners want the trail eliminated; however,
projected traffic volumes predict the need for an off-road trail.
Councilmember Helliwell stated that it was her understanding that the Council was
going to consider this issue at a study session following the meeting with the
neighborhood.
Councilmember Vasiliou stated that was her understanding as well, and she
believes the Council should consider all scenarios and costs in detail. She stated
that at this point she will not support a trail.
Richard Fynn, 9930 26th Avenue North, submitted a letter from neighborhood
representatives on 26th Avenue, outlining their desires for the project. He stated
the residents are not clear as to what is proposed to be assessed and what portion
would be municipal state aid funding. He stated the street is in very bad repair and
requested that the City immediately do some minor repair to the street before
winter. He stated the current width of the roadway is still not established.
Linda Thompson, 9640 26th Avenue North, asked if the bus shelter on 26th
Avenue would be removed or relocated because it is in the location of the
proposed trail. She would like the trail eliminated, but if it is required, she would
support a 3-4' width, rather than an 8' trail. She asked about the interest rate on
the assessments and the length of time property owners would have to pay the
assessments.
Director Moore stated the City Council would establish the interest rate and length
of assessment at the assessment hearing.
Ruth Lueck, 9710 26th Avenue North, questioned the width of the roadway. She
stated concerns that the electric poles would have to be moved back onto
properties. She stated it is very important not to lose trees as a result of this
project, and stated concerns that properties would be devalued if trees are lost.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Mayor Bergman,
to defer consideration of 26th Avenue improvements, Project 601, until the
Council has considered the scenarios and costs for the improvement in a study
session.
Staff was directed to send a letter to 26th Avenue property owners responding to
questions raised at the August 16 and September 20 meetings.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
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MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Vasiliou, to
direct staff to prepare a proposed plan on how best to include citizens in the
process and receive citizen input on street reconstruction projects.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 7-B WALKER METHODIST. INC./PLYMOUTH SENIORS PUD FINAL
PLAN/PLAT FOR SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT (93089)
Associate Planner Keho recommended adoption of a resolution approving the
RPUD Final Plat/Final Site Plan for construction of a 99,000 square foot
affordable housing project for the Plymouth Housing Authority. He stated the
proposed Plymouth Towne Square project will be a 99 unit affordable housing
project for the special needs of seniors. The facility is being constructed by the
Plymouth HRA and will be managed by Walker, Inc.
He stated that the zoning ordinance parking requirements are reduced to one
parking space per unit if the project can either demonstrate that the full parking
requirements can be handled on-site, or that a covenant is filed on the property
indicating that the project will not be used for anything other than senior citizen
housing. The proposed site plan provides for 109 parking spaces, 69 of which are
in the interior garage and 40 of which are surface spaces. A proof of parking of 40
spaces has been provided on the surface which demonstrates that the site can
provide for 1.5 parking spaces per unit. A stipulation has been added to the
approving resolution indicating that a covenant shall be filed on the property
indicating that the project cannot be used for anything other than senior citizen
housing unless this site can meet the parking requirements for multi -family
housing.
Planner Keho stated the proposed site plan includes one deviation from the
landscaping policy. It includes the use of a natural seed mix in some areas of the
site. The City's landscaping policy requires that all disturbed areas be resodded to
provide for erosion control and for immediate landscaping on the site. The use of
natural seed mix is intended to help recapture the original character of the site and
tie the site to the surrounding park area to the southeast.
He stated the applicant has submitted a request for a variance from the fire lane
standards which require a fire lane within 50 feet of all exterior walls. Based on
the bids received for the project it is estimated that the fire lane and related
landscaping will increase the cost of the project by approximately $50,000. In
order to be consistent with previously approved multi -family projects, a fire lane
would be required. Staffs concern with a variance for the fire lane is increased at
the site since the project is designed specifically for senior citizens. He stated the
resolution as written requires construction of the fire lane.
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MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Mayor Bergman, to
adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-579 APPROVING RPUD FINAL SITE PLAN
FOR THE PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT
AUTHORITY FOR PLYMOUTH TOWNE SQUARE ADDITION
LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF 37TH AVENUE NORTH
AND PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD (93089) (RPUD 82-1), allowing the
deviation from the landscaping policy, and requiring construction of the fire lane.
Councilmember Vasiliou stated she would support the deviation from the
landscaping policy for use of the natural seed mix. This is consistent with other
requests the Council has approved in residential areas that abut a natural area or
park. She stated she does not support the fire lane variance, particularly since the
project will serve seniors.
Councilmember Tierney stated she also supports the use of natural seed mix on the
property because it abuts a wetland and natural area.
Mayor Bergman clarified that only some of the units will be subsidized; not all of
the units as recently reported in the newspaper.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Mayor Bergman, to
adopt RESOLUTION NO. 93-580 APPROVING RPUD FINAL PLAT FOR
PLYMOUTH HRA FOR PLYMOUTH TOWNE SQUARE FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF 37TH
AVENUE NORTH AND PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD (93089) (RPUD 82-1)
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 7-C VICKSBURG VILLAGE - REQUEST FOR VARIANCE TO
CONSTRUCT ADDITIONAL PARKING LOT
Mayor Bergman stated he had added this item to the agenda in response to a
telephone call received from Richard Morris, representing Metropolitan Life. Mr.
Morris had indicated that he had new information with respect to their request for
a variance to construct additional parking at Vicksburg Village Apartments.
Mayor Bergman suggested that the Council reconsider the issue on October 4,
which would provide an opportunity to notify interested parties.
Councilmember Tierney stated that she was not present at the meeting when the
issue was last considered. She stated the Vicksburg Village Apartments parking
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problems need the City's immediate attention, and she would support
reconsideration of the issue.
Councilmember Helliwell stated that she also believes the current parking problems
at Vicksburg Village are sufficient to consider construction of additional parking
areas. She stated there are safety concerns with respect to women walking two to
three blocks at night in order to go to their apartment from the parking lot. She
stated that Council previously voted to delay the issue for six months, and asked
whether it could be reconsidered.
Attorney Meller stated that the City Council can reconsider the issue. He
suggested that the Council adopt a motion to rescind the previous motion to delay
the request for a variance for six months. He stated the Council could then
reconsider the issue after proper notice is given to interested parties.
MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Tierney, to
rescind the Council's previous action which deferred the request for a variance to
construct additional parking at Vicksburg Village for a six month period.
Alex Novak, 15720 County Road 9, 4301, stated he lives at Vicksburg Village
Apartments. He stated that additional parking is needed and berming and
landscaping are proposed. He stated that late at night there are no legal spaces
available in which to park, and renters have to park illegally in the grass or in the
fire lanes.
Patrick Hallisey, 4065 Quantico Lane, stated the Plymouth Creek Homeowner's
Association has spent 2 1/2 years working with the management of the apartment
complex to address the parking problem. He stated the management has refused
to negotiate a comprehensive solution to the parking problem as previously
directed by the City Council. Mr. Hallisey stated he believes an adequate parking
plan can be developed, and there has been no attempt to determine how many
spaces are needed. He shares the concern about how far people have to walk to
get to their apartments and the related safety issues. Mr. Hallisey stated that the
apartment owner refused to agree to a deed restriction on the property that no
additional parking would be requested in the future. He recommended that the
City Council require the apartment owner to negotiate a solution with the
Plymouth Creek Homeowner's Association.
In response to questions from Councilmembers, Mr. Hallisey stated that the
lighting problem has not been corrected, and there are 104 units in the Plymouth
Creek Homeowner's Association.
Councilmember Vasiliou stated she was advised by a new Vicksburg Village
resident that a tenant could sell their underground parking place for $50.
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Mr. Morris responded that he is unaware that tenants could sell their underground
parking spaces. He stated that the underground parking spaces are assigned by
unit, and only the above -ground spaces are unassigned. Mr. Morris stated that the
parking situation at Vicksburg Village has been closely monitored over the last few
weeks. He stated that tenants have been parking in the fire lanes and in the lawn
areas, as well as at the Amoco Station and apartment complex across the street,
because there is inadequate parking. He requested an opportunity to have the
issue reconsidered by the City Council on October 4.
Mr. Morris stated he will ensure that the lighting problem is resolved prior to that
time.
Councilmember Helliwell asked Mr. Morris to respond to Mr. Hallisey's statement
that the Vicksburg Village management has refused to meet with the homeowner's
association to address the parking problem.
Mr. Morris stated they have met at least 13 times with Mr. Hallisey and the
Plymouth Creek Homeowner's Association. They have addressed a wide variety
of concerns at these meetings and many issues have been resolved. He stated that
one discussion area that has not gone well is the new parking management plan.
He cited as an example that the homeowner's association would like to see all
parking assigned. The apartment management philosophy is that there should not
be totally assigned parking. If a resident leaves for the weekend, their parking
space is available if it's unassigned. He stated that Metropolitan Life has no
intention of seeking additional parking if this request is granted.
Mayor Bergman stated he would like a report from staff on the reason the City's
parking requirement was amended from 1.5 to 2.5 spaces several years ago.
Councilmember Vasiliou stated that she had contacted several other managers of
apartment units built within the last five years. They indicated that they do not
have a parking problem. She stated she had previously voted against the variance
request because she believes the management plan should be enacted first.
Mr. Hallisey stated that the homeowner association and Vicksburg Village owners
have been working on this issue for two years. He stated that it is unlikely they
will negotiate a solution to the parking problem within the next two weeks.
Dee Block, 1035 Terraceview Lane, stated she does not feel the Vicksburg Village
representatives have negotiated in good faith. She asked that the Council not
discount all the work the homeowner association has put into negotiating a
resolution to the parking problem. She stated it will take longer than two weeks to
negotiate a resolution to the parking problem.
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Discussion was held on the available number of parking places and the number of
vehicles registered to residents. Mayor Bergman stated he would like staff to
confirm all of the numbers prior to reconsideration of this issue by the City
Council. He would also like to know if parking problems exist in similar
apartments.
Motion to rescind the Council's previous action carried on a roll call vote,
Helliwell, Tierney, and Bergman - ayes; Vasiliou - nay.
MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by Councilmember Tierney, to
reconsider the request of Vicksburg Village Apartments for a variance to construct
additional parking lot on October 4.
Mr. Hallisey stated that the City Council has rescinded a previous action that
required a public hearing. He asked if another public hearing will now be held.
Attorney Meller stated a public hearing has already been held on this issue, and
another full public hearing is not required. He stated that at the next Council
meeting residents will be given the opportunity to address the City Council on this
issue.
Motion to reconsider carried on a roll call vote, Helliwell, Tierney, and Bergman -
ayes; Vasiliou - nay.
ITEM 8-A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT AND PROJECT STATUS REPORTS
Public Works Director Moore presented the Capital Improvement and Project
Status Reports.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Mayor Bergman, to
accept the reports.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
ITEM 8-B COUNCIL REQUEST STATUS REPORT
Mayor Bergman asked for an update on Request No. 92-130 with respect to the
Kids for Saving Earth" participation in the park project.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, seconded by Councilmember
Helliwell, to accept the Council Request Status Report.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes.
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ITEM 8-C COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM
Mayor Bergman requested that staff prepare a report listing all outstanding bonds
and the respective call dates.
Councilmember Helliwell stated that Zachary Lane residents are concerned about
the potential widening of Zachary Lane.
Public Works Director Moore stated that staff will be meeting with affected
residents.
Mayor Bergman stated that the Zachary Lane residents need to be included in the
process after the Preliminary Engineering Report is completed.
Councilmember Helliwell suggested that the meeting be held prior to completion
of the report.
Director Moore stated staff can meet with the residents, but without a Preliminary
Engineering Report, staff will be unable to answer any specific questions on the
project.
In response to a question from Councilmember Tierney, Director Moore stated
that he had provided information on how to petition for an alley opening to
affected residents in the West Medicine Lake Drive area. He stated that if 100
percent of the affected residents want the alley opened, no public hearing would be
required.
Councilmember Vasiliou cited a letter received from Judy LaTour regarding the
Plymouth Sailor circulation. She requested that a response be requested from the
Sailor and shared with the City Council.
ITEM 8-D COUNCIL COORDINATING REPRESENTATIVE (CCR) REPORTS
Mayor Bergman reported that the Financial Advisory Committee is working on
developing a mission statement.
Mayor Bergman reported that a presentation on the Plymouth Housing Alliance
will be conducted at the neat Council meeting.
Councilmember Vasiliou requested that the Financial Advisory Committee provide
a year-end summary report as done in previous years.
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Councilmember Vasiliou and Public Safety Director Gerdes described the efforts
of the Wayzata/Plymouth Chemical Health Commission with respect to 'Red
Ribbon Week" which is planned November 12 through 19.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:14 p.m.
City Clerk