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Home My WebLink AboutCouncil Information Memorandum 06-28-2012CITY OF PLYMOUTH rp) COUNCIL INFO MEMO June 28, 2012 EVENTS / MEETINGS Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Meeting 06/28/12 (TONIGHT) ................................................ Page 2 Edward Silberman Memorial Dedication Ceremony 07/19/12............................................................ Page 4 July - September 2012 Official City Meeting Calendars.................................................................... Page 5 Tentative List of Agenda Items for Future City Council Meetings ..................................................... Page 8 CORRESPONDENCE Article on Drowning Prevention, Forest Lake Times........................................................................ Page 10 Letter to Property Owner, RE: Kingsview Heights Edge Mill and Overlay CP 12002 ...................... Page 11 Letter to Property Owner, RE: PUD Electronic Sign Co. Rd. 9 & Vinewood 2011037-PUDA ........ Page 15 Letter to Resident, RE: Rezoning & Prelim Plat for Dunkirk Lane 2012041 .................................... Page 16 Letter to Property Owner, RE: Plymouth Blvd Mill and Overlay Project CP 12006 ......................... Page 17 Panel struggles to limit door-to-door sales in Minneapolis, Minnpost.............................................. Page 20 MINUTES City Council Special 05/22/12.......................................................................................................... Page 22 City Council Regular 05/22/12.......................................................................................................... Page 25 11i INNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT QUALITY OF WATER QUALITY OF LIFE iiEll JUN 15 2012 PUBLIC NOTICE: The Minnehaha Creek MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT Watershed District is Minn. Stat. §103B.251 committed to a leadership June 14, 2012 role in protecting, Mr. Derek Asche improving and managing City of Plymouth the surface waters and 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 affiliated groundwater resources within the Dear Mr. Asche, District, including their On Thursday, lune 28, 2012, at 6:45 p.m., the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) Board of Managers will hold a public hearing concerning the purchase of relationships to the approximately 6.5 acres located at Outlot A, Katy Hills Second Addition, Victoria, MN ecosystems of which and the purchase of an easement approximately 2.5 acres in size located at 1405 7$tn Street West, Victoria, MN. The costs of the acquisitions are $54,100 and $15,000 they are an integral part, respectively, funded by the MCWD's ad valorem property tax levy. Approximately 4.19% We achieve our mission of the ad valorem costs will be allocated to Carver County and 95.81% of the ad valorem costs will be allocated to Hennepin County. This acquisition is part of the MCWD's through regulation, Capital Improvement Project Program, which undertakes projects pursuant to the capital projects, District's Water Resources Management Plan to improve and protect water quality and ecological resources within the MCWD. education, cooperative endeavors, and other The hearing will be held at the MCWD Lower Level Meeting Room, 18202 Minnetonka Boulevard, Deephaven, MN 55391. programs based on If you have any questions regarding this meeting, please call Renae Clark at sound silence, 952.641.4510. innovative thinking, an Sincerely, informed and engaged Renae Clark constituency, and the Projects, Operations and Maintenance Program Manager cost effective use of CC: Manager Laurie Ahrens public funds. , Mayor Kelli Slavik 18202 Minnetonka Boulevard, Deephaven, MN 55391 ® Office: (952) 471-0590 ® Fax: (952) 411-0682 + www.rninneh( ee2.org MINNEHAHA CREEK QUALITY OF WATER WATERSHED DISTRICT QUALITY OF LIFE Steiger Lake Wetland Restoration Project Overview In an effort to reduce nutrient content and improve water quality in Steiger Lake, the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District (MCWD) is planning to restore a partially drained wetland in Victoria. The wetland is located on the south side of Highway 5, between 80th Street and 78th Street West. The project will also expand a city -owned pond directly north of Highway 5 at Steiger Lake Lane. Once completed, the project will treat water from a 250 -acre drainage area that eventually ends up in Steiger Lake. Water currently flows through the wetland in a ditch and bypasses the city pond, which is designed to reduce nutrient loads before the water enters Steiger Lake. After the project is completed, the water will be spread throughout the wetland and stored in small ponds. Wetlands naturally function to store and filter polluted water. A weir will control water levels, so there will be no impact on the historic high water level of the wetland or pond. The project will coincide with a reconstruction of Highway 5, so itwill not impact motorists. Construction will be completed in mid-September, with ongoing vegetation establishment work for the first year. Affected Parcels The project will affect approximately 8 acres of wetlands located on two privately owned parcels. In order to construct the project, the MCWD is proposing an easement over the wetland area at 1405 78th Street West. The MCWD is also working to acquire the vacant outlot at 8000 !Narcissus Court. At a Glance: MCWD Program • Operations and Maintenance Construction Timeline (2012) • May 22 - Community Meeting • June 11 - City Council Meeting • June 14 - MCWD plan review • June 28 - MCWD public hearing to approve easement and land purchase • Late August - Construction begins, coinciding with Highway 5 reconstruction • Mid -September - Construction expected to finish Results • Expected reduction of 97.9 pounds of phosphorus per year • Increased capacity of city -owned stormwater pond • No impact on high water levels MCWD Contact • Renae Clark Project Manager rclark@minnehahacreek.org (952) 641-4510 Page 3 Celebrate a lcfe Oved in service to Gofden ?1adeiy and regions beyond. Thursday, July 19, 2012 2:30 pm Schaper Park 631 Ottawa Avenue N, Golden Valley, MN v`tOt nn'n of &enti Welcome Mayor of Golden Valley Guest Speakers Colleagues remember Edward Silberman Plaque Unveiling Silberman family and Bassett Creek Watershed Management Commission representative Closing Remarks Silberman family and Mayor of Golden Valley Ref eshments --�-A6out tchvard Sift;ertnan ]Edward Silbermans leadership and commitment to developing long- term storm water management solutions unified professionals and citizens alike in the metro ,- area. His legacy lives on as communities and organizations continue their quest for improved 1)1 �F-2011 flood control and water quality. golde''n ir VMeyJ Page 4 r�Plymouth Adding Quality to Life July 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 5:00 PM MUSIC IN INDEPENDENCE PLYMOUTH DAY Hilde Performance Center CITY OFFICES CLOSED CANCELLED PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 8 9 10 7:00 PM 11 12 13 14 REGULAR 7:00 PM COUNCIL MEETING ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE Council Chambers (EQC) MEETING Council Chambers 15 16 17 18 7:00 PM 19 20 21 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Council Chambers 22 23 24 7:00 PM 25 7:00 PM 26 7:00 PM 27 28 REGULAR PLYMOUTH HRA MEETING COUNCIL MEETING ADVISORY Medicine Lake Room Council Chambers COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) STUDY SESSION Medicine Lake Room 29 30 31 Modified on 06121112 Page 5 r�Plymouth Adding Quality to Life August 2012 Modified on 06121112 Page 6 1 2 3 4 7:00 PM 7:00 PM PLANNING HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION COMMITTEE MEETING MEETING Council Chambers Medicine Lake Room 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2:30-5:00 PM 7:00 PM NIGHT TO UNITE ENVIRONMENTAL KICKOFF QUALITY Plymouth Creek Center COMMITTEE (EQC) MEETING 6:30-9:30 PM Council Chambers NIGHT TO UNITE 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 7:00 PM PLANNING PRIMARY COMMISSION ELECTION DAY MEETING Council Chambers 8:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 19 20 21 6:00 PM 22 23 24 25 SPECIAL COUNCIL 7:00 PM 7:00 PM MEETING PLYMOUTH HRA MEETING Budget Study Session ADVISORY Medicine Lake Room Medicine Lake Room COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) MEETING Medicine Lake Room 26 27 28 29 30 31 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers Modified on 06121112 Page 6 r�Plymouth Adding Quality to Life September 2012 Modified on 06121112 Page 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION LABOR DAY L MEETING Council Chambers CITY OFFICES CLOSED 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL ENVIRONMENTAL PARK ft REC MEETING QUALITY ADVISORY Council Chambers COMMITTEE COMMISSION (EQC) MEETING (PRAC) MEETING Council Chambers Council Chambers 16 17 18 7:00 PM 19 7:00 PM 20 21 22 REGULAR COUNCIL PLANNING MEETING COMMISSION Council Chambers MEETING Council Chambers Rosh HoShanah Begins at Sunset 23 24 25 26 7:00 PM 27 7:00 PM 28 29 PLYMOUTH PLYMOUTH HRA MEETING FIREFIGHTERS 5K ADVISORY Medicine Lake Room Fire Station #2 COMMITTEE ON 11:30 AM TRANSIT (PACT) PLYMOUTH ON STUDY SESSION PARADE Medicine Lake Room CELEBRATION City Center Area Yom Kippur �:Z o Begins at Sunset Modified on 06121112 Page 7 Tentative Schedule for City Council Agenda Items July 10, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Appoint election judges for 2012 Elections • Announce "Night to Unite", August 7, Plymouth Creek Center • Public Improvement and Assessment Hearing for Kingsview Heights Edge Mill and Overlay Project (12002) • Accept and Recognize Donations and Support for the Parks and Recreation Department from Home Depot, Heritage Woods Estates Homeowners Association, and the Wayzata Youth Hockey Association • Public Hearing on the On -Sale Liquor & Sunday Liquor License applications from Norish Enterprises, LLC, D/B/A Grizzly's Wood Fired Grill, 220 Carlson Parkway N • Public Improvement and Assessment Hearing for Plymouth Boulevard Mill and Overlay Project (12006) • Approve Variance for construction of new homes at 12025 and 12015 28th Avenue (Michlitsch Builders — 2012031) • Declare Cost to be Assessed for Revere Lane/61h Avenue/Kilmer Lane (12005) • Approve preferred alignment (Alignment No. 3) and authorize distribution of Environmental Assessment Worksheet (E.A.W.), Peony Lane north of Schmidt Lake Road (10015) • Accept Streets for Continual Maintenance, Elm Creek Highlands 2nd Addition (2010013) July 24, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Project and Assessment Hearing for the Revere Lane/6th Avenue/Kilmer Lane Mill and Overlay Project (12005) • Oath of Office for Police Officer Drew Gilmore • Approve Street Light Rate Study • Present Environmental Champions • Discuss Watershed Dues • Approve the Submission of a Business Development Public Infrastructure grant application to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development and adopt a resolution approving a SAC Credit transfer between the City of Plymouth and the Mdwakenton Sioux Community on behalf of St. Jude Medical August 14, Regular, 8:00 p.m., Council Chambers August 21, Special, 6:00 p.m., Medicine Lake Room • Budget August 28, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers September 11, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Approve 2013 proposed budgets, preliminary tax levies and budget hearing date • Announce Plymouth Firefighters 5K, September 22, Fire Station #2 Note: Special Meeting topics have been set by Council; all other topics are tentative. September 25, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Announce Plymouth on Parade, September 29, City Center Area October 9, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Appoint additional election judges for the General Election • Announce Fire Dept. Open House, October 20, Fire Station #3 October 23, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Announce Halloween on the Creek, October 31, Plymouth Creek Center November 13, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Canvass 2012 General Election results • Announce Plymouth Arts Fair, November 17 & 18, Plymouth Creek Center November 27, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Announce Old Fashioned Christmas, December 2, Plymouth Historical Society Building December 11, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Recognize Police Citizen Academy Graduates • Announce New Year's Eve Event, December 31, Plymouth Ice Center Page 9 THE TIMES Data: Thursday. June 14. 2012 Location: FOREST LAKE, MN Circulalion (DMA) 13,448(15) Type (Frequency): Newspaper (W) Page: 4 Keyword: drowning in Minnesota Lakes Vigilance, education will help prevent +drownin s 1'lie recent drowning of a six-year- old at a supervised country club pool points out the need for more vigilance and knowledge on how to save a per- son from drowning. Last year there were 50 drowning deallis in Minnesota, 19 of them in Hen- nepin County. Six persons drown every clay in the United States. A third cif them are children under 14. Children from one to four years of age drown more in residential swim- ming pools. Oil Wednesday, .lune to there was an- other tragic example ill Soulb Chisagoi Lake Township of rural Chisago Coun- ty where a 11-montli-old infant girl drowned in the shallow end of an above ground pool. A recent study of Hennepin County drowning deatlis by a task force, re- vealed that last year the majority of drowning deaths happened in apart- ment complex pools. What's more, the study showed that many of the residents had no idea how to react to a drowning. Where isn't much time to save someone who becouites unconscious after being submerged in water for two minutes or less and brain damaged after being under water four to six minutes. A new Safety Coalition, the Twin Cit- ies Metro Water Safety Task Force, is so concerned about drowning deaths, it Inas conducted three classes oil water C 2012 Ki7REST4AKE TIMES All Rigl1W Re ..d. safety aitned at people who frequent private pools in apartment complexes, Sara Cwayna, a public safety edoca- tion specialist for the city of 11lyrnouth, noted that most people do not know [lie signs of someone drowning. Those people do not realize that drowning can be quick all(] silent, con- trary to the misconception of victims jumping up and screanl]iig for Velli. The first reaction of a bystander is to jump into the water incl try tci save the victim, who may climb on the rescuer's hack causing both to drown. The task force found there was safe- ty uquipinent at ilia pistils but no) rine knew flow to use the ecquipment. They should use the ring buoy or a Shep- herd's hook In serve the person. The task farce has pul together a Cid in rnglish anci Spanish cin ]low to pre- vent drowning deaths. It will be avall- able soon cin the a video -sharing web- site YouTube and on demand. A plastic poster in five languages that can be posted at swimming pools soon will be available at a crust of $65. For infonwition on the CD and poster, call LeeAnn Mortensen at North Memo- rial Hospital, Injury Prevention: 763- 520-4145. The task force is hoping, for dona- lio ns to buy posters that can be placed in pools throughout the area. This ef- fort deserves your support. — Doo Heinztnan Account: 19548 (5955) MN 114 FOO reprini6 of rilgh is, dross C Iau the publiahm Page 1 of 1 Page 10 r0 City of 9) Plymouth Adding Quality to Life June 22, 2012 SUBJECT: KINGSVIEW HEIGHTS EDGE MILL AND OVERLAY PROJECT CITY PROJECT NO. 12002 Dear Property Owner: Enclosed is the notice of public hearing for the above referenced project. In March, 2012, a notice was sent informing the area of the potential project. Since this time, the city has performed, or will perform shortly, repairs to the watermain, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, and subgrade. The remaining work, which the city has recently received bids for, includes an edge mill and overlay, and concrete curb and gutter replacement on the streets shown on the attached map. An edge mill and overlay involves removing (milling) an inch of pavement on the edges of the street, then applying 1.5 inches of new asphalt over the entire roadway. The concrete curb and gutter that will be replaced has already been marked by city staff. Any restoration to boulevards and driveways as a result of the curb and gutter replacement is also included with the project. If the project is approved by the City Council, it is estimated that construction would begin in late July or August and be completed within a month. A public hearing for this project is scheduled for the July 10, 2012 City Council meeting. At this meeting, the City Council will consider ordering the improvement, adopting the assessments, and awarding the contract for the work related to the milling, paving and concrete curb and gutter replacement. The City Council has adopted an assessment policy that assesses adjacent, benefitting property owners a portion of the cost of the improvement. Attached is the notice for the public hearing that includes information about the hearing, the recommended assessment and payment options. Assessments are recommended to be levied for a period not to exceed five (5) years for assessments of $5,000 or less. Following the public hearing, you will receive a letter notifying you if the project was approved, the final assessment amount and payment options. You may also find additional information regarding this project, including the previous notice, typical questions and answers, past projects before and after pictures, and project updates (including the contractor's schedule) at http://www.plymouthmn.gov/index.aspx?pagu=657. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me at 763-509-5541 or 'renneber a plymouthmn.gov. Sincerely, 5z;2 (4 --- James Renneberg, P.E. Assistant City Engineer enclosures Cc: Judy Johnson, Councihnember Ward 1 Doran Cote, P.E., Public Works Director 3400 Plymouth Blvd • Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • Tel 763-509-5000 • www.pLymouthmn.gov o:TrojectsTurrent Projects\2010-2019\120021EeK—Tmpertyowner Cover pagerin1 11002.doc NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AND ASSESSMENT HEARING ON KINGSVIEW HEIGHTS EDGE MILL AND OVERLAY PROJECT CITY PROJECT NO. 12002 PID» «Name 1» ((Name 2» «Address» «CSZ» To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Plymouth, Mimiesota will meet at the City Council Chambers, Plymouth City Center, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday July 10, 2012 to consider the improvement of streets located from Fernbrook Lane to and including Minnesota Lane from Schmidt Lake Road to Rockford Road, including 48"' Avenue, west of Minnesota Lane but excluding 44'x' Place west of Juneau Lane, and including the area of Polaris Lane to Minnesota Lane from 41" Avenue to 44th Avenue. The improvements include the resurfacing of bituminous streets, replacement of concrete curb and gutter, installing concrete pedestrian ramps, and constructing all necessary appurtenances pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, §§ 429.011 to 429.111. The purpose of the combined improvement and assessment hearing is to allow affected property owners to review and comment on the nature and merits of undertaking the improvement project, and the assessments proposed to be levied against then property. Adoption by the Council of the proposed assessment may be taken atthe hearing. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is: See Twn Rng Q/Q Suffix 09 118 22 41 0002-0044, 0049-0074, 0079-0083 09 118 22 42 0007-0010, 0013-0020, 0023, 0024, 0027-0047, 0050-0062, 0067, 0069-0080, 0083-0085, 0087, 0089-0093 09 118 22 43 0003, 0005-0014, 0017-0055, 0066-0087, 0090-0094, 0096-0108 09 118 22 44 0003-0033, 0036-0038, 0040-0081 16 118 22 11 0004-0010, 0012-0070, 0073-0085, 0095-0101 16 118 22 12 0002-0018, 0024-0043, 0045-0057 16 118 22 13 0002-0008, 0010-0078 16 118 22 14 0009, 0010, 0014-0033, 0043-0052, 0057-0066 16 118 22 21 0005-0028, 0032-0055 16 118 22 24 0011-0043, 0047-0075 The estimated cost of such improvement is $1,200,000. Such persons as desired to be heard with reference to the above proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting. Page 12 The proposed assessment is on file for public inspection at the office of the City CIerk. Written or oral objections will be considered at the hearing. The total amount of the proposed assessment is $678,563.64. The amount proposed to be assessed to individual properties and a description of the methodology for that assessment will be available at the hearing and the amount of the proposed assessment for individual properties will be mailed to owners of those particular lots, pieces or parcels of land prior to the hearing. Following the hearing, the Council will decide whether to undertake the project as proposed or modified, and whether any adjustments in the assessment roll are necessary and will, by resolution, order the improvement and adopt the roll. The first installment will appear on the 2013 property tax statement and shall include interest at the rate of 2.44% percent for a 5 year term or 3.37% for a 10 year term. A property owner may make a full or partial prepayment of the assessment within 3 0 days of the date of the resolution adopting the assessment roll. If a partial prepayment is made, the remaining unpaid balance shall be spread over the period of time established by the Council for the term of the assessment. If payment is made in full within 30 days of the date of the resolution adopting the roll, or August 8, 2012, no interest will be charged. If payment is made in full by November 15, 2012, interest due on that payment would be calculated from the date of the assessment adoption resolution to the date of payment. If the assessment is not paid by November - 15, 2012, the assessment balance including interest will be certified to the County for collection and will appear on your property tax statement. Partial prepayments are available per Ordinance No. 2005-06 and should be made at City Hall. You may appeal any assessment to the District Court pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the Mayor or the City Clerk within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment roll and filing such notice with the Clerk of District Court within ten (10) days after service upon the Mayor or City Clerk. No such appeal as to the amount of an assessment as to a specific parcel of land may be made unless the owner has either filed a signed written objection to that assessment with the City Clerk prior to the hearing or has presented the written objection to the presiding officer at the hearing. Under Minn. Stat. §§ 435.193 to 435.195, the Council may, in its discretion, defer the payment of this special assessment for any homestead property owned by a person 65 years of age or older for whom it would be a hardship to make the payments. When deferment of the special assessment has been granted and is terminated for any reason provided in that law, all amounts accumulated plus applicable interest become due. Any assessed property owner meeting the requirements of this law may, within 30 days of the confirmation of the assessment, apply to the City Clerk for the prescribed form for such deferral of payment of this special assessment on his property. DATED: June 22, 2012 Sandra Engdahl, City Clerk YOUR ESTIMATED ASSESSMENT IS: TOTAL: J <<Asmt» Page 13 Kingsview Heights Edge Mill & Overlay rp) Location Map City of CP 12002 Plymouth, Minnesota March 2012 Page 14 Plymouth1,2P Adding Quality to Life June 26, 2012 SUBJECT: PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT TO ALLOW AN ELECTRONIC SIGN AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF COUNTY ROAD 9 AND VINEWOOD LANE FOR CORNERSTONE AUTO RESOURCE, 3901 VINEWOOD LANE (2011037-PUDA) Dear Property Owner: The city recently received an application from Cornerstone Auto Resource, under File No. 2011037, requesting approval of a planned unit development amendment (PUDA) to allow installation of an electronic sign at the southwest corner of County Road 9 (Rockford Road) and Vinewood Lane for the auto sales business located at 3901 Vinewood Lane. A map showing the location of the subject property is provided below. This letter is being mailed to all landowners within 750 feet of the site in order to provide notice and information about the application — in advance of the official notice that will be sent out prior to the Planning Commission's public hearing on the matter. The city will send out another letter notifying you of the Planning Commission public heating date, not less than ten days prior to the hearing date. The purpose of the public hearing is to allow neighboring property owners to appear in front of the Planning Commission to ask questions and make comments relating to the application. You may also submit comments in writing. All written comments will become part of the public record. If you have any questions or comments concerning this application or the review procedures, please call Shawn Drill, Senior Planner, at (763) 509-5456. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the community development information counter (lower level of City Hall) on Mondays and Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 a,m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m, to 6:00 p.m., except holidays. Sincerely, N rZ Mm t/7, Barbara G. Thomson, AICP Planning Manager PIPlanning Applications/PC Noticeg2011/2011037-PUDA-dist-notice RO C D� 3400 Plymouth Blvd • Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • Tel: 763-509-5000 • www.plymouthmn.gov Page 15 Plymouth Adding Quality to Life June 25, 2012 SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR PROPERTIES LOCATED AT 5205, 5250, 5330 AND 5350 DUNKIRK LANE (2012041) Dear Resident/Land Owner: The city has recently received the subject application from US Homes Corporation dba Lennar, under file no. 2012041, requesting approval of the following items for a proposed plat to be called "KIRKWOOD" for the roughly 25 -acre site: 1) a rezoning from FRD (fixture restricted development) to RSF-3 (single family detached 3) and 2) a preliminary plat to create 47 single- family lots. The parcel recently purchased by the City of Plymouth for a neighborhood park is included in the proposed plat as the applicant would dedicate additional land for the park. A map showing the location of the subject property is provided below. This letter is being mailed to all landowners within 750 feet of the site in order to provide notice and information about the application — in advance of the official notice that will be sent out prior to the Planning Commission's public hearing on the matter. The city will send out another letter notii ,ing you of the Plamiing Commission public hearing date, not less than ten days prior to the hearing date. The purpose of the public hearing is to allow neighboring property owners to appear in fiont of the Planning Commission to ask questions and make comments relating to the application. You may also submit comments in writing. All written comments will become part of the public record. If you have any questions or comments concerning this application or the review procedures, please call Marie Darling, Senior Planner, at (763) 509-5457. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the community development information counter (lower level of City Hall), on Mondays and Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and on Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except holidays. Sincerely, Barbara G. Thomson, AICP Planning Manager 3400 Plymouth Blvd • Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • Tel: 763-509-5000 • www.plymouthrnn.gov Atr PAPI—d1bg APPfecA--WC N.fi- ]2U0120J1 f -t -n I ki ,dwx Jll Page 16 r0 City of 9) Plymouth Adding Quality to Life SUBJECT: PLYMOUTH BLVD MILL AND OVERLAY PROJECT CITY PROJECT NO 12006 Dear Property Owner: June 21, 2012 Plymouth Boulevard, between State Highway 55 and Rockford Road, has been identified in the 2012-2016 Capital Improvement Program for improvement. Improvements proposed with this project include edge milling the existing roadway to a depth of 1" and placing a 1.5" lift of asphalt over the entire roadway, as well as curb and gutter and sidewalk repairs. It is anticipated that Plymouth Boulevard will remain open during the proposed construction. The City Council has adopted an assessment policy that assesses adjacent, benefitting property owners a portion of the cost of the improvement. On July 10, 2012, a Public Improvement Hearing and Assessment Hearing are scheduled for the Plymouth Blvd. Mill and Overlay Project. Attached is a notice for the hearings that includes information about the hearing, and an estimated assessment. In addition, at the July 10, 2012, City Council meeting, the Council will consider ordering the improvement and awarding the contract for this project. If the project proceeds, it is estimated that the project would begin in mid July, 2012 and be completed in September, 2012. You will be notified prior to any work beginning and updates will be provided throughout construction. If you have any questions or wish to discuss the project, please contact me at 763-509- 5529. Sincerely, 5 Joe Paumen Construction Manager enclosure 3400 Plymouth Blvd • Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • Tel 763-509-5000 • www.pLymouthmn.gov llterralpwlProjeLRsCC6i'P�t1TPn�je4sQp7UZpi9CIZpp6 a eters uTi1�c ssessmen caring over, ac Page 17 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT AND ASSESSMENT HEARING ON PLYMOUTH BLVD MILL AND OVERLAY PROJECT CITY PROJECT NO. 12006 «PIN» OWNER_NAME» «ADDRESS» «UNIT_INFO» «CSZ» To Whom It May Concern: Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota, will meet at the City Council Chambers, Plymouth City Center, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday July 10, 2012, to consider the improvement of the Plymouth Blvd. Mill and Overlay Project, which includes Plymouth Blvd., from State Highway 55 to Rockford Road. The improvements include the mill and overlay of bituminous streets and repair of concrete curb and gutter and sidewalk and all necessary appurtenances pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, §§ 429.011 to 429.111. The purpose of the combined improvement and assessment hearing is to allow affected property owners to review and comment on the nature and merits of undertaking the improvement project, and the assessments proposed to be levied against their property. Adoption by the Council of the proposed assessment may be taken at the hearing. The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is: Sec Twp Rng �Q Suffix 16 118 22 31 0072-0076, 0078-0170, 0172-0224, 0314 16 118 22 32 0006, 0023, 0025, 16 118 22 33 0011-0012, 0014 16 118 22 34 0013-0014 21 118 22 21 0003-0004, 0007, 0011 21 118 22 22 0003, 0011, 0022-0055, 0058 21 118 22 2.4 0003, 0005, 0011 The estimated cost of such improvement is $467,376.92. Such persons as desired to be heard with reference to the above proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting. The proposed assessment is on file for public inspection at the office of the City Clerk. Written or oral objections will be considered at the hearing. The total amount of the proposed assessment is $164,784.76. The amount proposed to be assessed to individual properties and a description of the methodology for that assessment will be available at the hearing and the amount of the proposed assessment for individual properties will be mailed to owners of those particular lots, pieces or parcels of land prior to the hearing. Page 18 Following the hearing, the Council will decide whether to undertake the project as proposed or modified, and whether any adjustments in the assessment roll are necessary and will, by resolution, order the improvement and adopt the roll. The first installment will appear on the 2013 property tax statement and shall include interest at the rate of 2.44% percent for a 5 year term, 3.37% for a 10 year term, or 4.34% for a 15 year term. A property owner may make a full or partial prepayment of the assessment within 30 days of the date of the resolution adopting the assessment roll. If a partial prepayment is made, the remaining unpaid balance shall be spread over the period of time established by the Council for the term of the assessment. If payment is made in full within 30 days of the date of the resolution adopting the roll, or August 9, 2012, no interest will be charged. If payment is made in full by November 15, 2012, interest due on that payment would be calculated from the date of the assessment adoption resolution to the date of payment. If the assessment is not paid by November 15, 2012, the assessment balance including interest will be certified to the County for collection and will appear on your property tax statement. Partial prepayments are available per Ordinance No. 2005-06 and should be made at City Hall. You may appeal any assessment to the District Court pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section 429.081 by serving notice of the appeal upon the Mayor or the City Clerk within 30 days after the adoption of the assessment roll and filing such notice with the Clerk of District Court within ten (10) days after service upon the Mayor or City Clerk. No such appeal as to the amount of an assessment as to a specific parcel of land may be made unless the owner has either filed a signed written objection to that assessment with the City Clerk prior to the hearing or has presented the written objection to the presiding officer at the hearing. Under Minn. Stat. §§ 435.193 to 435.195, the Council may, in its discretion, defer the payment of this special assessment for any homestead property owned by a person 65 years of age or older for whom it would be a hardship to make the payments. When deferment of the special assessment has been granted and is terminated for any reason provided in that law, all amounts accumulated plus applicable interest become due. Any assessed property owner meeting the requirements of this law may, within 30 days of the confirmation of the assessment, apply to the City CIerk for the prescribed form for such deferral of payment of this special assessment on his property. DATED: June 22, 2012 Sandra Engdahl, City Clerk Your Estimated Assessment is: PIN: <<PIN» Total: «ASSESSMENT» Page 19 Panel struggles to limit door-to-door sales in Minneapolis By Karen Boros, MINNPOST I o6/19/12 In a move to discourage traveling magazine -sales groups, which sometimes prey on runaway teens, Minneapolis City Council members Gary Schiff and Sandy Colvin Roy were careful to make sure their proposed ordinance did not limit local teens from selling products to benefit local schools and youth organizations. But they might have inadvertently limited the hours for people seeking public office to go door to door campaigning. The proposal might also require candidates to register with the city and display a city -issued identification card. To make sure that is not part of the new ordinance, the City Council Regulatory, Energy and Environment Committee voted Monday to delay action on the proposal for two weeks. It was a confusing day at City Hall. Political candidates are defined in the proposed ordinance as non-commercial door-to- door advocates. That group includes those disseminating religious, political, social or ideological beliefs. Persons in this group are not required to register with the city or pay a license fee. At least that's what the ordinance says in Section 332.20. But in Section 332.8o, those non-commercial door-to-door advocates are lumped in with everyone on the hours they can do business and the need for registration and to display a city issued ID card. They are also not allowed to use bells or whistles to call attention to themselves. Council Member Cam Gordon asked Lead License Inspector Rich Tuffs "what if I have no peddlers or solicitors registration and I knock on a door?" "You would be in violation," said Tuffs. "I have often found that people didn't mind having a candidate talk to them," responded Gordon, who also asked if a 15 -year-old could go door-to-door seeking work shoveling snow. The answer is the 15 -year-old could do that but her 18 -year-old sibling would need to register with the city and display a city ID card before going door-to-door for the same shoveling work. It was all too much for Schiff. "It's not about politicians, it's about the exploitation of youth," Schiff said in defense of the proposed ordinance. Page 20 A few years ago Schiff read a New York Times story about the traveling magazine -sales industry that, Schiff says, is one of the "most dangerous and exploitative industries in the country." "They exploit youth by moving them across state lines in order to avoid child labor laws," said Schiff. Two years ago, one of those young people knocked on Schiff's door. Schiff asked him if he wanted a phone to call his parents and saw tears well up in the kid's eyes. "He explained to me he had spent yesterday in Missouri, he had spent all night in a van driving and then they were dumped into the Corcoran neighborhood," said Schiff. The crew leader was standing on the corner watching the kids go door-to- door. Schiff says the requirement that door-to-door solicitors be required to register with the city and display a city issued ID card should keep this type of exploitation out of Minneapolis. "These operators will not come to City Hall and register all of their youth," said Schiff, "They'll just skip the area." The tricky part of the ordinance is placing restrictions one group of youths without having every kid in Minneapolis who wants to sell a holiday wreath or chocolate bar for a club or school also trooping to City Hall. The ordinance allows persons under the age of 17 participating in a fundraising program for a school or children's organization to be registered as a group by the school or organization. The Minneapolis Public Schools, for example, could register a group of students and issue ID card to them without sending the kids downtown. Confused? So were the committee members. That's why they decided to delay action until early in July. Page 21 Adopted Minutes Special Council Meeting May 22, 2012 Mayor Slavik called a Special Meeting of the Plymouth City Council to order at 5:30 p.m. in the Medicine Lake Room, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, on May 22, 2012. COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Wosje, Willis, Bildsoe, Stein, and Black. ABSENT: Councilmember Johnson. STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Ahrens, Human Resources Manager Kone, Human Resources Coordinator Moreen, Finance Manager Bursheim, Administrative Services Director Callister, Fire Chief Kline, Community Development Director Juetten, Public Works Director Cote, Parks and Recreation Director Evans, Police Chief Goldstein, Deputy Police Chief Plekkenpol, and City Clerk Engdahl. 2011 General Fund Surplus Allocation Administrative Services Director Callister and Finance Manager Bursheim highlighted their report contained in the packet materials regarding the financial review for year ending December 31, 2011 and $2,545,763 available in surplus funds. They referenced two proposed resolutions. The first resolution would transfer $2,545,763 from the general fund to the street reconstruction fund, and the second resolution would transfer $10,000 from the park and recreation fund to resource planning for the Millennium Garden and $20,000 from the general fund to the resource planning for the comprehensive plan. By request of Mayor Slavik, Public Works Director Cote discussed what the current funding need is for the street reconstruction program. Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to adopt a Resolution Approving Transfer of $2,545,763 from the General Fund to the Street Reconstruction Fund (Res2012-159) and a Resolution Approving Transfers between Funds (Res2012-160. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Finance Manager Bursheim handed to the Council a budget schedule that proposes a Council budget study session on August 21 and a second one on August 28 if needed. Councilmember Willis stated that if staff is recommending changes to the preliminary adopted 2013 budget, that a narrative on what was changed and a rationale estimate on how the City will end the year be given. With those projections, the tax levy doesn't have to be quite so high. He stated he could support a 2% increase in the tax levy. Adopted Minutes 1 of 3 Special Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 22 Councilmember Wosje stated Council and staff should be conscientious that the economy could go back into a recession. Therefore, the City should continue to look at ways to cut expenditures and keep the tax base flat. Councilmember Black stated the Council has kept the tax levy at 0% for quite some time. She stated she's concerned about long term effects on staff, and the City really needs to take a look at staffing that the City hasn't had for a long time. She's mindful of a 2% tax levy, but one can only hold things at zero so long. Councilmember Bildsoe stated he agrees with all the comments. He stated he's optimistic that the City will be seeing more revenue from the development side. Mayor Slavik stated she could support a 2% tax levy, but she would like to see it a little lower. Administrative Services Director Callister stated that he's starting the process for a 10 -year rolling budget that will build in inflation, expenses, operating capital, and values of homes. This type of document would track what it means for levy increase. It also allows the Council and staff to plan for big projects now or even deficits with funds. Loss Control Program Human Resources Manager Kone and Human Resources Coordinator Moreen discussed with the Council the report in the packet materials that covered 2010-2012 claims for workers compensation, property, liability, and auto insurance coverage. A considerable amount of discussion was held relative to the number of workers compensation claims from the police department. Police Chief Goldstein stated the City's claims are fairly consistent with other cities. The majority of police injuries occur during required fitness training. Staff has been working with League of Minnesota Cities to mitigate those issues in order to reduce the number of claims. He stated currently, the police department has five employees who are out due to workers compensation claims. City Manager Ahrens commented that workers compensation claims have decreased in the public works and park maintenance departments. Monthly training is provided to those employees. A discussion was held on the lifting assistance calls that the police and fire departments respond to. Occasionally, there are workers compensation claims that result from these calls. The City utilizes a lifting device for obese individuals. Mayor Slavik stated she would interested in knowing what the amount of lost time versus medical costs is for workers compensation claims. Adopted Minutes 2 of 3 Special Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 23 Future Study Sessions The Council scheduled a budget study session on August 21 at 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Black stated she and City Manager Ahrens recently attended a Minnesota Department of Transportation corridor investment meeting in Maple Grove. She requested the Council schedule a study session in the future to discuss transportation improvements to primary corridors. This item was added to the study session list. Adjournment Mayor Slavik adjourned the meeting at 6:55 p.m. Sandra R. Engdahl, City Clerk Adopted Minutes 3 of 3 Special Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 24 Adopted Minutes Regular Council Meeting May 22, 2012 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, 2012. COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Slavik, Councilmembers Willis, Bildsoe, Stein, Black, and Wosje. ABSENT: Councilmember Johnson. STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Ahrens, City Attorney Knutson, Park and Recreation Director Evans, Public Works Director Cote, Community Development Director Juetten, Deputy Police Chief Plekkenpol, Fire Chief Kline, Administrative Services Director Callister, and City Clerk Engdahl. Plymouth Forum Bill Griffith, attorney representing Kurt and Julia Kvistberg who reside at 316 Lanewood Lane North, stated they surveyed the residents in connection with the ongoing improvement project on their street, and 30 of the 33 residents support speed humps around Circle Park, bike trails, and more traffic calming measures. Since the project is ongoing and the City did apparently request an alternate bid for traffic calming measures, he requested that the Council direct staff to review that alternate bid. Mayor Slavik stated part of the issue regarding the speed humps is that people have changed their minds throughout the process. The City conducted a speed study in this area which indicates that the majority of the traffic is traveling under the speed limit, and the number of trips per day in that neighborhood is less than what is allowed for the neighborhood. This information was taken into account during the design process of this project. Due to roadway widths and bike lanes, both sides of the street would need to be signed for no parking. Mr. Griffith stated he did prioritize the improvements that had the most support from the residents. The residents desire traffic calming around the park. Mayor Slavik commented that there is already traffic calming as a natural way going around the park. Mayor Slavik asked how far along this project is. Public Works Director Cote replied not too far, but staff needs clarification on the survey. There are 35 individual properties, and a number of the signatures on the petition are from the same property. Staff tries to reflect the number of properties, not the number of residents. He will provide that clarification to the Council when he reviews the survey. Adopted Minutes 1 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 25 Councilmember Wosje stated he chatted with half of the residents who are involved with this project, and he asked about speed humps, not about a bike path, to get a general consensus. Some residents wanted speed humps on Niagara Lane and some wanted them removed. He didn't see or sense a general consensus for speed humps. He noted that the park generally slows down the traffic. He stated there are issues with Lanewood Lane as the City wants that neighborhood to be safe, but getting to the right answer isn't as apparent as it might seem. Councilmember Bildsoe asked if the City has a moratorium on speed humps. Public Works Director Cote replied only on the installation of new speed humps. Don Moore, 205 Lanewood Lane, stated he chatted with a few people today who don't want speed humps as they'll ruin their cars. He stated if there are speed humps on Niagara Lane, there should be speed humps on the north and south ends of Circle Park. Motorists are taking a shortcut from Fourth Avenue over to Circle Park which he would like the police to monitor. Public Works Director Cote stated he will review the survey that was given to the City this evening. Larry Trocheil, 10810 50th Place North, stated he's representing 50th Place North cul-de-sac. He received correspondence from the City's housing inspector regarding a basketball hoop on their cul-de-sac as it's in violation of the City's ordinances. He stated 14 kids under the age of 15 use that basketball hoop, and 31 kids within one block of their house that use that basketball hoop and the playground. This basketball hoop has been at this location for eight years. He stated he has signed petitions from everyone in the neighborhood that support it; therefore, they are requesting a variance from the City Code to keep the hoop there. Mayor Slavik stated if they allow this exception, then the Council would have to do it for everyone else in the City. She stated structures in the right-of-way pose a public safety issue and encouraging youth to play in the street. The City has basketball hoops in 30-40 of the City parks. She understands why the residents put it in the street, but it's an issue for snowplow drivers and emergency vehicles. She also noted they have sprayed basketball court markings on the street. Mr. Trocheil stated they believe they received this correspondence because the housing inspector was in the area doing a remodel inspection. Mayor Slavik stated these types of situations are on a complaint basis. The Council requested a report from staff on this issue, and it be placed on the June 26 regular agenda. Presentations and Public Information Announcements (4.01) Announcement of Plant Swap on June 4 and Garden Pot Recycling Adopted Minutes 2 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 26 Council Member Black announced the plant swap on June 4 from 4:30 p.m. -6:30 p.m. and garden pot recycling. (4.02) Announcement of Arbor Day on May 22 Mayor Slavik read a proclamation declaring May 22 as "Arbor Day." Approval of Agenda Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to approve theagenda. With all members voting in favor the motion carried. Consent Agenda Item No. 6.09 was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item No. 8.02. Motion was made by Councilmember Wosje, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to adopt the Consent Agenda that included the followingitems: tems: (6.01) Regular Council Meeting minutes of May 8. (6.02) Resolution Approving Disbursements ending May 12, 2012 (Res2012-161). (6.03) Resolution Approving Change Order No. 1 for the M.I.P. Water Tower Rehabilitation (10021 - Res2012-162). (6.04) Resolution Ordering Preliminary Engineering Report for the Revere Lane/6th Avenue/Kilmer Lane Mill and Overlay Project (12005 — Res2012-163), Resolution Receiving Preliminary Engineering Report, Ordering Preparation of Plans and Specifications, and Calling for a Public Hearing for the Revere Lane/6th Avenue/Kilmer Lane Mill and Overlay Project (12005 — Res2012-164), Resolution Approving Plans and Specifications, and Ordering Advertisement or Bids for the Revere Lane/6th Avenue/Kilmer Lane Mill and Overlay Project (12005 — Res2012-165), Resolution Declaring Costs to be Assessed and Ordering Preparation of Proposed Assessment for Revere Lane/6th Avenue/Kilmer Lane Mill and Overlay Project (12005 — Res2012-166), and a Resolution Calling for Hearing on Proposed Assessment for the Revere Lane/6th Avenue/Kilmer Lane Mill and Overlay Project (12005 — Res2012-167) and a Resolution Authorizing the Installation of "No Parking" Signs on Revere Lane, 6th Avenue, and Kilmer Lane (12005 — Res2012-168). (6.05) Resolution Approving Change Order No. 2 for Well No. 17 (10024 Res2012-169). Adopted Minutes 3 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 27 (6.06) Resolution Approving Encroachment Agreement for a Retaining Wall within a Drainage and Utility Easement in Lot 28, Block 4, Spring Meadows Addition at 15985 55th Avenue North (Res2012-170). (6.07) Resolution Approving a Final Plat and Development Contract for GWS Land Development of Plymouth LLC for "Terra Vista" for Property located at the Southeast Corner of the Intersection of Dunkirk Lane and County Road 47 (2011095F — Res2012-171) and Resolution Adopting Assessments for Trunk Sanitary Sewer and Water Main for Terra Vista (2011095 — Res2012-172). (6.08) Resolution Approving an Amendment to the "Trillium Woods" Development Contract (200808517- Res2012-173). (6.09) (This item was removed from the Consent Agenda and placed under General Business as item No. 8.02). (6.10) Resolution Approving Temporary Liquor License for Music in Plymouth Endowment Fund (Res2012-174). (6.11) Resolution Awarding Bid for the Plymouth Creek Center Fieldhouse Turf Replacement (Res2012-175). (6.12) Resolution Approving Designation of Funding for Public Improvement Projects (Res2012-176). (6.13) Resolution Approving a Variance for David and Mary Schneider for Property located at 5870 Kirkwood Lane (2012027 — Res2012-177). (6.14) Resolution Approving Amendment to Purchase Agreement for Outlot E, Hampton Hills 3rd Addition (Res2012-178). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Public Hearings There were no public hearings scheduled. General Business (8.01) Sketch Review of Townhome Development at 10305 Bass Lake Road (Dominion, 2012020) Adopted Minutes 4 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 28 Community Development Director Juetten reported on the sketch review of a proposed 33 -unit townhome development on a four acre site excluding the wetland at 10305 Bass Lake Road. He stated on May 2, the Planning Commission reviewed the sketch and approved comments. He noted that residents addressed the Planning Commission regarding access to the development (only one access off Bass Lake Road), the width of the private roadway being too narrow, grading, elevation, and runoff of the site, where snow removal would go for this property, and density. Since the Planning Commission meeting, the applicant has submitted a revised sketch plan to address many of those concerns. This includes moving the playground from the north end to the south end of the development, constructing a hammerhead to allow access to the east when that property develops, adding seven guest parking stalls in the future if necessary, increasing the width of the private roadway to 26.67 feet, installing automatic sprinklers in all structures on the site, and identifying five areas for snow storage on site. Councilmember Black stated residents had raised questions regarding water issues, flooding, etc., but the City at this point in the process, isn't looking at that kind of detail. Public Works Director Cote replied that's correct, and if the development would proceed, it would need to follow the watershed district and City requirements for drainage. Councilmember Black mentioned the correspondence received from the Astleford Family for property adjacent to this site. Community Development Director Juetten stated the Astleford Family is looking for commercial opportunities to the north of the property as well as the east of Nathan Lane. They are hoping to discuss some ideas with staff the mid part of June. Councilmember Wosje asked the applicant if they have a policy of vehicles staying in the garages. Jeff Huggett, from Dominium (applicant), replied they don't have a policy that states cars can't park on the driveways. Councilmember Wosje asked if the City's overnight parking restrictions apply to private roadways. Community Development Director Juetten replied no. Councilmember Black referenced correspondence referenced in the May 2 Planning Commission meeting minutes regarding the wetland between Harrison Place and the property to the west. The claim was made that the City lowered the outlet of that wetland to eight feet which was incorrect. The outlet elevation can't be altered without the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) approval. The City reconfigured the dam outlet so the water was being draining out of the wetland faster. The water is at the same elevation as it's always been. Prior to introducing speakers on this item, Mayor Slavik requested comments be limited to the land use plan, not affordable housing. Chris Pierson, 2830 Kimberly Lane, stated this appears to be a fairly reasonable use of the property and he commended the developer for addressing many of the concerns expressed by residents. Adopted Minutes 5 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 29 Tom Burke, 4925 Weston Lane, stated Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners are in support of this project. Susan Gross, 5750 Trenton Lane North, stated this development is on the east side of Trenton Lane, so they overlook this property and the wetlands. One of their biggest concerns is to maintain the integrity of their neighborhood. She stated she's on a common drive which is unique. Snow removal is an issue even when snow plows are careful. There are huge piles of snow and the plows take half the landscaping with them. She stated in their development, the City required them put up no parking signs so she's unclear about why that's not needed with this development. They don't allow any parking on their common drive. They also have a hammerhead, and it does present itself as a wonderful place for kids to play. Residents in their development are concerned about piece meal developments and odd shaped parcels owned by a number of people. Their hope is that a developer will strive to maintain the integrity of the homes on Trenton Lane, and the City will support them. Jerry Unger, 10607 57th Place North, stated he's a Harrison Place resident which is just to the west of Bass Lake Villas on the west side of Trenton Lane. He stated they are concerned about wetland considerations and traffic safety. Trenton Lane and Bass Lake Road would be a dangerous intersection which is a recipe for disaster. What Dominion is proposing would exasperate the situation even more. In 2006 they were told that the City would never allow in outlet onto Bass Lake Road, which he mentioned at the Planning Commission meeting. He spoke of his concerns regarding the drainage of this site. He doesn't feel a pervious surface will function in this area. There is a tremendous amount of runoff from this property that drains at a fast pace to the wetland. He noted that at times, there is six feet of water standing at the power box in this development. He requested that the Council reject this sketch plan. Darrell Gauvitte, 5550 Nathan Lane, disagreed with Mr. Unger regarding six feet of water standing at the power box. The 2006 development for this site failed due to the recession and economic downturn. He stated Dominion is a good company with a lot of experience. If the City would require a public road for this development, it would kill the project. The property can't accommodate a public roadway with a 50' easement. He requested the Council to be flexible in allowing a project with a private street. Mary O'Connor, 5490 Balsam Lane, trusts that the DNR and staff will know how to manage this type of development. She stated high density housing is a good use for environmental impact. She supports this project. Candace Rowlette, 10805 57th Avenue North, received clarification on how many units are allowed per acre for this development (6-12 units, 9 are being proposed) and that the property has been rezoned for multifamily housing. Elizabeth Johnson, 730 Florida Avenue South, Executive Director of PRISM, stated they would be a partner with this project. They lend their support to this project because of the quality of Dominion. Dominion has a vested interest in putting forth a good project in Plymouth. Adopted Minutes 6 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 30 John Hasslen, 5704 Trenton Lane North, stated the access point doesn't alleviate the traffic that will be exiting onto Bass Lake Road. They widened the road which they appreciate, but they increased the amount of asphalt by 30%. The huge piles of snow and the drainage are going to affect the wetland. He presented 53 additional signatures from residents who are concerned about this project. Jill Elles, 5700 Trenton Lane North, stated she lives in the Bass Lake Villas. She's concerned about the integrity of the wetland, traffic safety, and the size of the development, as it seems too large for a four acre site. Chris Campbell, 5754 Trenton Lane North, stated the City needs to make sure they ask the right questions of Dominion as this land will eventually be developed. He stated it's a charge that this land is developed within the integrity of Plymouth, but this proposed development is inconsistent with that. Jim Lyvers, 11265 53rd, stated his largest concern is the traffic on Bass Lake Road. Having a U- turn scenario on Bass Lake Road is incomprehensible as well as traffic flows with the neighborhood. Mr. Huggett showed the proposed design of the townhomes. He stated regarding traffic concerns, the only way this property can be developed is with access to Bass Lake Road. They have tried to connect to the Astelford Family property to the east but at this time, they have no final plans for that property. He acknowledged the concerns about wetland and drainage, and they fully understand that they have to comply with the City's high standards and the watershed district's. Regarding the private road, this is the most reasonable way to develop this property. They increased the width of the road from 22' to 26.67'. There would be a public road access to Bass Lake Road. He showed a rendering of the cul-de-sac and the proposed snow storage areas. He noted the additional guest parking stalls penciled in if needed in the future. Public Works Director Cote addressed Ms. Gross who questioned why there would be no parking signs in this development such as what's in her development. He stated he's unsure of the width of the street in her development, but the width of the street in this development is wider and could accommodate parking on one side of the street. Mayor Slavik addressed the comment regarding piece meal developments, and she stated this occurs because there isn't just one property owner. The City can't require a property owner to wait for adjacent properties to develop. Regarding the comment about the property not accommodating a public road, she thinks it could, but it might not be the design that the developer favors. Public Works Director Cote addressed the comment regarding additional accesses on Bass Lake Road. He stated the property owner can't be denied access to the property by the County or City. This is an existing access, and the County determines the access. Adopted Minutes 7 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 31 Councilmember Stein asked about snow storage and runoff. Public Works Director Cote explained at this stage of the process, staff doesn't have enough data or information to determine if it improves or dangers the wetland. He pointed that it's not illegal to dump snow on wetlands or retaining ponds. If this project proceeds, the watershed will review it for consistency with their rules. Councilmember Stein asked if the private road is proposed to be pervious concrete. Public Works Director Cote replied staff also doesn't have sufficient information on this. Like any other best management practice and any other remedial measure for water quality, the developer will have to demonstrate that the design of the system will work. The developer will need to comply with requirements from the City and watershed district. Councilmember Willis stated the property owner has a right to use their land per rules and regulations of the community. The process before the Council this evening is providing comments of a sketch review. The City doesn't have all the information that is necessary for a thorough review of substantive land issues. The developer has the right to proceed based upon the comments contained in the resolution, and they should be given the opportunity to meet the test. Therefore, he supports proceeding with the project for further analysis. Councilmember Black asked if the intersection of Trenton Lane and Bass Lake Road warrant a stop light, and if staff has had any conversations with the County. Public Works Director Cote replied this intersection isn't on the County's "top 30" list for stop lights. Councilmember Black requested that staff check with the County regarding a stop light at that intersection if the developer proceeds to the next step. She stated she is concerned about the U- turns on Bass Lake Road, but when the property develops to the east of this property, that should alleviate that situation. She voiced her support in proceeding with the project for further analysis. Councilmember Stein stated he's also concerned about the access on Bass Lake Road and potential runoff from the site. These concerns could be studied further if the developer proceeds to the next step. Motion was made by Councilmember Black. and seconded by Councilmember Willis. to adopt a Resolution Providing Informal Comments on a Sketch By Dominium for a Townhome Development located at 10305 Bass Lake Road (2012020 — Res2012-178). Councilmembers Bildsoe and Wosje echoed the comments given above by fellow Councilmembers that the developer needs to work through the process if he wants to proceed which allows for more detailed review from the City and the watershed district. Mayor Slavik stated she isn't sure that the developer adequately addressed the snow storage issue. In addition, the proposed private road wouldn't meet any of the City's standards which is why she doesn't support private roads due to long term maintenance. She's also concerned with the property only having one access. Adopted Minutes 8 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 32 There being no further discussion and with all members voting in favor, the motion carried. (8.02) Approval of Public Improvement and Special Assessments Agreements for 11515 40th Avenue North and 4285 Larch Place North Mayor Slavik asked if the City has a policy to address similar situations as to what's before the Council this evening. Public Works Director Cote replied currently the City Code doesn't prohibit this in lieu of direct payment for these types of improvements. The only option, other than the proposed agreements, was to shut off their utilities. The City is able under State Statute to do these improvements and access the costs back to the properties. He stated staff could write this into the City Code or policy. Councilmember Bildsoe suggested there be a formalized policy for these situations. Councilmember Stein asked if the interest rate that the City charges is the same that is charged for street reconstruction projects. Public Works Director Cote replied yes. Councilmember Willis stated many of these situations require the best judgment from the Public Works Department as they aren't anticipated. Either the service needs to be repaired or the utilities are turned off. Mayor Slavik requested that the Council act on the emergency issues before them this evening, but at a future Council meeting, adopt a formal policy. Motion was made by Mayor Slavik, and seconded by Councilmember Stein, to adopt a Resolution Approving Public Improvement and Special Assessment Agreements for 11515 40th Avenue North and 4285 Larch Place North (Res2012-180) and to place this item on the pending study session list. Councilmember Stein asked if these situations could quality for existing loan programs through the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. Community Development Director Juetten stated that staff would look into it. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried. Reports and Staff Recommendations (9.01) Fire Department Annual Report Fire Chief Kline gave the Fire Department's annual report. Adjournment Adopted Minutes 9 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 3 3 Mayor Slavik adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. Sandra R. Engdahl, City Clerk Adopted Minutes 10 of 10 Regular Meeting of May 22, 2012 Page 34