HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 09-11-2018Adopted Minutes
Regular City Council Meeting
September 11, 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 September 11, 2018. Fire Chief
Coppa led the Pledge of Allegiance in respect of September 11, 2001.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Willis, Carroll, Johnson, Wosje, Davis,
Prom.
COUNCIL ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Callister, Administrative Services Director Hokkanen,
Community Development Director Juetten, Economic Development Manager Landhauser,
Finance Manager Bursheim, Water Resources Manager Asche, Fire Chief Coppa, Public Works
Director Thompson, Captain Reed, Recreation Supervisor Pearson, Parks and Forestry Manager
Brunelle, City Attorney Knutson, and City Clerk Engdahl.
Plymouth Forum
Karen Melvin, 4680 Inland Court North, resident of Wyndemere Farms, voiced her opposition to
a proposed development on an 18 -acre parcel of land adjacent to their development. She stated
the drainage in the area would worsen with development of that land. Therefore, she requested
the City purchase the property and designate it as a wildlife preserve and park.
Gary Ringus, 4677 Inland Court North, resident of Wyndemere Farms, also spoke of the
drainage problem in their development and agreed with Ms. Melvin that the City should
purchase the property.
Mayor Slavik thanked Ms. Melvin and Mr. Ringus for providing information to the Council and
those materials will be included with the development application for that property.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
(4.01) Announcement of Plymouth on Parade on September 22
Recreation Supervisor Pearson announced Plymouth on Parade on September 22 and the family
activities following the parade. He noted that Mayor Slavik will be the grand marshal of this
year's parade.
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(4.02) Recognition of Water Resources Manager Derek Asche on 16 Years of Service to the
City of Plymouth
Public Works Director Thompson and the Council recognized Water Resources Manager Ashe
on his 16 years of service to the City.
Mayor Slavik read a proclamation declaring September 14 as "Derek Asche Day."
Approval of Menda
Motion was made by Councilmember Wosje, and seconded by Councilmember Prom, to approve
the agenda. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Consent Aeenda
Motion was made by Councilmember Prom, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to adopt
the Consent Agenda that included the followingitems:
(6.01) Council Meeting minutes from Special and Regular Meetings of August 21 and August
28.
(6.02) Resolution Approving Disbursements ending September 1, 2018 (Res2018-305).
(6.03) Resolution Approving Tobacco License Application for Hy -Vee, Inc. d/b/a Hy -Vee,
16705 County Road 24 (Res2018-306).
(6.04) Resolution Approving Temporary On -Sale Liquor License Application of the West
Medicine Lake Community Club (Res2018-307).
(6.05) Resolution Approving Public Works Joint Powers Mutual Aid Agreement (Res2018-
308).
(6.06) Approve submission of CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance Report and Evaluation
Report (CAPER).
(6.07) Resolution Approving the purchase of a Polar 75 Water Rescue Device (Res2018-309).
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Public Hearings
(7.01) Public Hearing on Wine and On -Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor License Applications
of Hy -Vee, Inc. d/b/a Hy -Vee Market Grille, at 16705 County Road 24
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City Clerk Engdahl presented the applications for liquor license to the Council.
Mayor Slavik opened the public hearing.
Mayor Slavik closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Willis, and seconded by Councilmember Wosje, to adopt a
Resolution Approving Wine and On -Sale 3.2 Percent Malt Liquor License Applications of Hy -
Vee, Inc. d/b/a Hy -Vee Market Grille, 16705 County Road 24 (Res2018-310). With all members
voting in favor, the motion carried.
The manager of Hy -Vee provided a brief update on the remodel of the site, and he will continue
to post on their social media platforms as to the progress and grand opening date.
(7.02) Public Hearing the Vacation of a Watermain, Well and Pumping Equipment
Easement within Birchwood Estates Addition
Public Works Director Thompson reported on the proposed vacation.
Mayor Slavik opened the public hearing.
Mayor Slavik closed the public hearing.
Motion was made by Councilmember Prom, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to adopt
a Resolution Approving the Vacation of Watermain, Well and Pumping Equipment Easement
within Lot 3, Block 5, Birchwood Estates Addition (Res2018-311). With all members voting in
favor, the motion carried.
General Business
(8.01) City Manager's 2018 Financial Overview
City Manager Callister presented a 2018 financial overview regarding the financial condition of
the City including trends, budgeting and long-term planning.
(8.02) Adoption of 2019 Proposed Budget, Preliminary General Property Tax Levy, HRA
Levy and Setting Budget Public Hearing Date
Finance Manager Bursheim presented this item to the Council and provided a brief recap of the
2019 proposed budget. She noted as requested by the Council, staff has presented to the Council
a proposed budget with a 4.9% levy increase. She noted the public hearing on the budget would
be held at the December 11 Council meeting.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Wosje, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to
adopt a Resolution Authorizing the 2019 HRA Levy (Res2018-313), Resolution Approving the
2019 Preliminary_Budgets (Res2018-312), and a Resolution Adopting Preliminary Tax Levies
for Taxes Payable 2019 (Res2018-314). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Reports and Staff Recommendations
There were no reports and staff recommendations.
Adjournment
Mayor Slavik adjourned the regular meeting at 8:17 p.m. and then conducted a closed session for
the City Manager's performance evaluation in the Parkers Lake Conference Room. The closed
session was called to order by Mayor Slavik at 8:30 p.m. with Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers
Johnson, Prom, Willis, Carroll, Wosje, Davis, and Human Resources Manager Kone present.
Mayor Slavik declared the meeting adjourned at appAandra'R.YEngdahl,
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