> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://plymouthmn.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Plaza Redevelopment, Ice Center Votes, and New City Leadership - URL: https://plymouthmn.com/plaza-redevelopment-ice-center-votes-and-new-city-leadership/ - Published: 2026-02-26T03:03:24.000Z - Updated: 2026-06-12T07:27:18.000Z - Author: The Newsroom at PlymouthMN - Tags: News & Insights ## The Plymouth Weekly Brief: Stay informed on the biggest stories shaping Plymouth this week. From major housing developments to local legislative pushes, here is what you need to know. ### 🏗️ $62M Plymouth Plaza Redevelopment Gets Green Light The Plymouth City Council has [officially approved](https://www.plymouthmn.gov/departments/community-economic-development/planning/plymouth-plaza?ref=plymouthmn.com) a $4.76 million Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan to kickstart the redevelopment of **Plymouth Plaza**. This project is set to transform the aging retail site into a modern residential hub featuring **195 apartment units**. This move is part of the city's broader effort to increase housing density near transit and commercial corridors. --- ### 📈 Market Intelligence With the approval of new housing density, the West Metro real estate market remains a primary topic of conversation. For a deeper dive into how these developments affect property values and local growth, visit our Real Estate Intelligence section. [West Metro Real Estate Intelligence: 2026 Market Outlook.The Brief: The West Metro is entering a “Thoughtful Market” phase. We have moved past the era of blind bidding wars into a landscape defined by intentionality and due diligence. While the extreme sellers’ advantage of the early 2020s has stabilized, high-demand pockets in the Wayzata School District continue to![](https://plymouthmn.com/content/images/icon/favicon-20.ico)PlymouthMN.comPlymouth Editorial![](https://plymouthmn.com/content/images/thumbnail/wayzata-aerial-view-4.jpg)](https://plymouthmn.com/west-metro-real-estate-intelligence-2026-market-outlook/) --- ### ⛸️ Funding Push for Plymouth Ice Center State Senator Bonnie Westlin is championing a new bill at the State Capitol to allow Plymouth to implement a local option sales tax. The goal? To fund much-needed renovations for the **Plymouth Ice Center**. Additionally, local sports fans can celebrate as the [Plymouth Ice Center and Life Time](https://www.plymouthmn.gov/?ref=plymouthmn.com) have fully reopened following a brief closure due to a coolant leak. --- ### 🤝 New Leadership at City Hall The city has welcomed **Amanda Kaufman** as the new Deputy City Manager. Kaufman joins the administration at a pivotal time as Plymouth rolls out its new [Hello! Plymouth](https://www.plymouthmn.gov/?ref=plymouthmn.com) tourism and branding initiative, aimed at highlighting the city as a premier destination for business and leisure in the West Metro. --- ### 👮 Public Safety Update The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is continuing its investigation into an officer-involved shooting that occurred earlier this month on the **6100 block of Quinnwood Lane**. The incident involved an armed suspect during a domestic disturbance call; the suspect remains in stable condition. --- ### 🏢 Business of the Week: *Spotlight Opportunity* (Mid-March 2026) We are launching a new "Business of the Week" feature to highlight the entrepreneurs and service providers who make Plymouth thrive. - **Are you a local business owner?** We are looking for profiles of leaders and organizations that are making an impact. This is a great way to introduce your services to the community and offer exclusive insights or "insider" tips. --- ### 🤝 Become a Community Contributor Are you a local expert, a business leader, or a professional with educational insights to share? We invite you to contribute to **PlymouthMN.com**. We provide a platform for thoughtful commentary on living, working, and raising a family in Plymouth. [Write for PlymouthMN.comFar away from fleeting social media feeds, PlymouthMN.com exists as hyperlocal publication designed to highlight life in Plymouth and the surrounding west metro - through the eyes of the people who live, work, and serve here. Contributors are vital to our model, ranging from professional journalists to community members,![](https://plymouthmn.com/content/images/icon/favicon-19.ico)PlymouthMN.comPlymouth Editorial![](https://plymouthmn.com/content/images/thumbnail/medicine_lake-2-3.jpg)](https://plymouthmn.com/write-for-plymouthmn/) *Want more local insights? Check out our* [*West Metro Guide*](https://plymouthmn.com/tag/west-metro/) *or join the conversation in* [***Community Voices***](https://plymouthmn.com/tag/community-voices/)*.*