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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 05-22-2018Adopted Minutes Regular City Council Meeting May 22, 2018 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 May 22, 2018. COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Willis, Carroll, Wosje, Davis, and Prom. COUNCIL ABSENT: Councilmember Johnson. STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Callister, Administrative Services Director Hokkanen, Community Development Director Juetten, Economic Development Manager Landhauser, Park and Recreation Director Evans, Public Works Director Thompson, Public Safety Director Goldstein, Senior Planner Sommers, City Forester Buck, Assistant City Engineer Payne, City Attorney Knutson, and City Clerk Engdahl. Plymouth Forum Judy Luedke, 17910 County Road 47, expressed frustrations with lack of protocol followed by past development and concerns for future development in her area of the City. She encouraged the Councilmembers to watch these things closely. Mayor Slavik thanked Ms. Luedke for her comments and clarified that Ms. Luedke had been compensated by the developer for the impact left on her land. She noted the City was not party to the agreement regarding the compensation. Mayor Slavik stated staff will make sure the City is following up if there are any regulations not being properly followed. Presentations and Public Information Announcements (4.01) Proclaim June 2 as "Arbor Day" City Forester Paul Buck presented information regarding Plymouth's Arbor Day tree planting on June 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Lake Camelot Park. Planting of 40 trees and placing an informational plaque will be done in partnership with the Rotary Club. Mayor Slavik proclaimed June 2 as "Arbor Day." (4.02) Proclaim May 20-26 as "Public Works Week" Adopted Minutes Page 1 of 7 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2018 Public Works Director Michael Thompson highlighted the work of the Public Works Department. Mayor Slavik proclaimed May 20-26 as "Public Works Week." Mayor Slavik noted on May 24 at 11:00 a.m. there will be a Memorial Day event at the Veterans Memorial hosted by Plymouth's Beyond the Yellow Ribbon organization. Approval of Agenda Motion was made by Councilmember Wosje, and seconded by Councilmember Carroll, to approve the agenda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Consent Agenda Motion was made by Councilmember Wosje, and seconded by Councilmember Davis, to adopt the Consent Agenda that included the following items: (6.01) Council meeting minutes from Special and Regular Meetings of May 8, 2018. (6.02) Resolution Approving Disbursements ending May 12, 2018 (Res2018-193). (6.03) Resolution Approving Collateral Assignment of Development Agreement and Tax Increment Financing Note, Subordination Agreement and First Amendment to Promissory Note Related to 169/55, LLC Housing Project (Axis Apartments) (Res2018-194). (6.04) Resolution Approving Wetland Replacement Plan for the Troy Lane Reconstruction Project (17014 — Res2018-195). (6.05) Resolution Approving Exception from Section 2005.13 of the City Code Allowing Liquor Consumption at the Hilde Performance Center on August 30, 2018 (Res2018-196). (6.06) Resolution Approving the Purchase of a New Wheel Loader with Plow (Res2018-197). (6.07) Resolution Approving Final Plat for the "Summers Edge South 2nd Addition (2017107F — Res2018-198) and Resolution Adopting Assessments for Water and Sanitary Sewer for Summers Edge South 2nd Addition (2017107F — Res2018-199). (6.08) Resolution Approving Site Plan Amendment Mister Car Wash located at 11318 Highway 55 (2018026 — Res2018-200). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Adopted Minutes Page 2 of 7 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2018 Public Hearings (7.01) Public Improvement and Special Assessment Hearing, Award Contract, and Designate Engineer for the State Highway 55 Frontage Road Construction Project and Assessment Hearing for the State Highway 55 Frontage Road Construction Project (13002) Assistant City Engineer Payne presented this project and illustrated the existing conditions of this road, noting that it is currently rated three out of ten. He listed the proposed improvements for street reconstruction and utilities and reported that this project will realign the frontage road with West Medicine Lake Drive. He noted the proposed project schedule. In response to questions from the Council, Assistant City Engineer Payne and Public Works Director Thompson provided the following information: The water main is located in the ditch of Highway 55 and is proposed to be moved into the roadway so it is better able to be serviced. Staff will provide a report back to Council if abandoned utilities are marked. Mayor Slavik opened the public hearing. Steve Kleinman, owner of business located at 11140 Highway 55, expressed his support for this project but is concerned that the landscaping on his property would be removed and not replaced. He believes the landscaping is in the right-of-way. He inquired if he could receive bids for the portion of the work being done to his curb work to assure it is done to the quality he would prefer, and that the City would cover the remainder and replace what is removed during the project. Mayor Slavik closed the public hearing. Public Works Thompson stated that the City doesn't typically replace landscaping in the right- of-way. He stated that planting in the right-of-way is done at the owner's risk. Assistant City Engineer Payne concurred and stated that the staff is willing to work with property owners where needed. Regarding the replacement of curb at Mr. Kleineman's expense, Public Works Director Thompson stated that the City would not assume that cost, but there could be some flexibility and a reimbursement agreement that would be reviewed by the City Attorney in order that it follows policy. Motion was made by Councilmember Davis, and seconded by Councilmember Wosje, to adopt Resolution Ordering Improvement for the State Highway 55 Frontage Road Reconstruction Project ,13002 — Res2018-201), Resolution Adopting Assessments for the State Highway 55 Frontage Road Reconstruction Project 13002 — Res2018-202), and Resolution Awarding the Contract and Designate to Engineer for the State Highway 55 Frontage Road Reconstruction Project (13002 — Res2018-203). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Adopted Minutes Page 3 of 7 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2018 General Business (8.01) Rezoning and Preliminary Plat for Property located at 18550 County Road 47 (McConn Parcel — 2018014) Senior Planner Sommers presented the details of the proposed project to the Council. She stated the rezoning request meets the requirements of the Zoning Ordinance. Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Carroll, to adopt an Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to Classify Certain Land located at 18550 County Road 47 (2018014 — Ord2018-13), Resolution ApprovingFindings indings of Fact for the Rezoning of Land located at 18550 County Road 47 (2018014 — Res2018-204), Resolution Approving a Preliminary Plat for "McConn Parcel" for Property located at 18550 County Road 47 (2018014 - Res2018-205), and Resolution Approving Summary Publication of Ordinance No. 2018-13 Ordinance Amending Chapter 21 of the City Code to Classify Certain Land Located at 18550 County Road 47 (2017110 - Res2018-206). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. (8.02) Reguiding and Sketch Plan for `Greenway North" on Property located at 18405, 18515 and 18535 County Road 47, 6035 Troy Lane, and 5945 Troy Lane (Pulte Homes of Minnesota — 2018022) Senior Planner Sommers introduced the project which is reguiding the site from LA -R2, which allows 2-4 dwelling units/acre, to LA -2, which allows 3-6 dwelling units/acre. She stated that the reguiding request is consistent with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan and essentially moves up the timing for the reguiding as the City is scheduled to adopt the 2040 Comprehensive Plan later this summer. She stated that the applicant is also requesting a sketch plan review to gather general comments from the Council regarding the plan itself. She discussed access points from the east and north and that a full intersection from County Road 47 will be required. An access to the west is being discussed with the developer. She stated that the Planning Commission recommended approval at their May 2, 2018 meeting and a letter from residents to the north detailing their concern for the project was distributed to the Council. She stated staff recommends approval of the reguiding for the proposed project. In response to questions from the Council, Senior Planner Sommers and Community Development Director Juetten provided the following information: The single-family lot in the north of the project is proposed to remain zoned as single- family but staff will let the developer comment on that. The action item being discussed tonight is just the reguiding. This is being discussed tonight because the developer has requested reguiding to occur earlier due to a deadline with the Metropolitan Council regarding Comprehensive Plan amendment dates. The developer is following up with rezoning and preliminary plat for this project at a later date. Adopted Minutes Page 4 of 7 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2018 • If the Council approves the request for reguiding tonight, the Council still has discretion on future zoning decisions for this site. The Council is just providing informal feedback regarding townhomes and the remainder of the proposed development. • If the Council were to approve the reguiding tonight and the applicant comes forward with a plan for townhomes that the Council did not support, the size of the lots for single- family homes would likely be 65-75 foot wide lots. • This will not be workforce type housing due to the land costs. Paul Heuer with Pulte Homes, representing the applicant, described the details of the proposed site plan. He discussed the current topography and vegetation of the site and commented that the proposed Greenway North site would have access to the features of Greenway West. He stated that the single-family homes in the southwest area are a continuation of the lots in Greenway West. The northern section of the site is proposed for townhomes due to the high-density guiding to the west and the busy roadway to the north. He described there would be two levels of homeowners association, one for the single family and one for the townhome portion. He summarized Pulte Group's perception of the benefits and amenities of the proposed land use. In response to questions from the Council, Mr. Heuer provided the following information: • There will be two HOAs under the umbrella of another association. The townhomes have the exterior of the buildings as part of their maintenance, which is part of the increased cost. • These townhomes are the same units as those by Camelot and could also be called rowhouses. • Pulte Group's perspective is when cities put together future land -use maps, typically they place the higher density residential housing in the areas of higher traffic streets, industrial uses, and commercial uses. The roads in front of the proposed development will be minor local collective streets, not County Road 47. Community Development Director Juetten added these townhomes would be similar to the Taryn Hills project and stated that Taryn Hills is guided LA -2. Some Councilmembers voiced their concerns with townhomes occupying a portion of this development. Larry Lawrence, realtor for the property owner of 6015 Troy Lane, stated that his client has been requested to sell his property to the developer to complete the project. Mr. Lawrence's client has not been able to come to an agreement with the developer on a price for his home and developable land. His client is now proposing to leave the single-family home on his property and eliminate the proposed Lots 6 and 7. The easement to Troy Lane on his client's property would need to be dealt with to construct the road to the far east of the property. His client would then like to see a drive constructed to the west of his property line, which will likely push the road to the west. Mr. Lawrence illustrated the lot in question which is approximately five acres with some wetland. Adopted Minutes Page 5 of 7 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2018 Motion was made by Councilmember Wosje, and seconded by Councilmember Davis, to adopt Resolution Approving a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Reguide Roughly 24 Acres from LA -R2 to LA -2 for "Greenway North" (2018022). Motion failed with Prom, Willis, and Slavik voting no, and Carroll, Wosje, and Davis voting yes. Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Prom to direct City Attorney to prppare findings of fact for denial. Motion carried. Troy Reding, 18535 County Road 47, stated changes and rezoning have occurred in this area, but now this rezoning has failed. He expressed frustration with Council's concern regarding townhomes. He stated the action item tonight was to rezone the site from LA-RA2 to LA -2 which will be done in September as part of the Comprehensive Plan. In response to Mr. Reding, a couple comments were made: • Concern of placing a higher density use closer to County Road 47 which is a very busy roadway. • Reguiding the property to LA -2 would give the developer too much leeway in what would be brought back before the Council. Community Development Director Juetten stated if seeing a more concrete plan would assist the Council prior to reguiding approval, he suggested the option of continuing this tonight and requiring the developer to come back with a plat which they are currently working on. This timeline would work for the developer to meet the deadline with the Metropolitan Council. Motion was made by Mayor Slavik, and seconded by Councilmember Carroll, to reconsider. With Carroll, Wosje, Davis, and Slavik voting yes, and Willis and Prom voting no, the motion carried. Motion was made by Mayor Slavik, and seconded by Councilmember Carroll, to table this item to the June 26, 2018 meeting. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Reports and Staff Recommendations City Manager Callister provided a brief legislative update. Adiournment Mayor Slavik adjourned the meeting at 8:28 p.m. Adopted Minutes Page 6 of 7 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2018 The Council then conducted a quarterly City Manager's update that Mayor Slavik called to order at 8:35 p.m. in the Parkers Lake Conference Room. Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Prom, Willis, Carroll, Wosje, and Davis, City Manager Callister, and Administrative Services Director Hokkanen were in attendance. This meeting adjourned at approximately 9:30 p.m. Adopted Minutes Page 7 of 7 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2018