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Council Information Memorandum 03-21-2008
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS Youth Advisory Council Agenda 03/24/08 ........ .............................................................. ..................... Page 1 Third Congressional District Spring Town Meeting 04/07/08 ......................... ............................... .....Page 2 I-94 West Chamber/Northwest Suburban Chamber "Get Acquainted Event" 04/08/08 ....................... Page 4 State of the County Address 04/10/08 ................................................................. ....... Page 5.......................... March, April, May. 2008 Official City Meeting Calendars.................................................................. Page 7 Tentative List of Agenda Items for Future City Council Meetings .................................................... Page 13 INFORMATION News Articles, Releases, Publications, Etc ... More and More Immigrants Finding that Suburbia Offers Best Place to Live; ................................. .Page 14 Article, Star & Trib Eagan Voters to Decide Whether to Buy Carriage Hills Golf Course; Article, Star & Trib ...............Page 16 Foreclosure Scourge Hitting the Suburbs; Article, Star & Trib .......................................................... 17 City of Plymouth Water Crews to Flush Water Mains, News Release ................................................ Page 20 MEETING MINUTES PACT Minutes 01/23/08.................................. ........................................... ..........Page 21 HRA Minutes 02/28/08...........:. ......................................................................................................... Page 28 Planning Commission Minutes 03/05/08............................................................................................Page 37 CORRESPONDENCE Letter to Hennepin County Board of Commissioners, RE: Traffic Signal Request .......................... Page 41 Letter from MPCA, RE: Petroleum Tank Release Site File Closure (LEAK00016675)....................Page 42 Letter to Property Owners, RE: Preliminary Plat, Rottlund Company (2008003) ............................. 44 Letter to Property Owners, RE: Amendment to Site Plan, Providence Academy (2008011) .............Pa e 45 Letter to Property Owners, RE: Amendment to Site Plan, Rollin B. Child, Inc. (2008012) Page 46 Letter to State Senators & Representatives, RE: Closure of Satellite Courts .....................................Page 47 Letter from Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission, RE: Plan Amendment ......................Page 49 Memo from Calvin Pornter, Admin. Services Director, RE: Status of the ERP .................................. 68 Financial System Conversion LEGISLATIVE ITEMS Friday Fax 03/20/08 ............... ....... .......................................................................... ........................... Page 70 The Transportation Alliance Bill: HF2088/Chapter 152.....................................................................Page 74 YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL March 24, 2008 6:00 PM Council Chambers 1'. Call to Order Z. Approvals: a) Agenda b) January 14 Meeting Minutes 3. Discussion Items a) Human Rights Awareness Contest ® Select top entries ® Set prize amounts ® Other Details for Event Time Allotment 6:00 PM 6:00 — 6:05 PM 6:05 PM Please come to the meeting with your toga five entries selected. Thank you! b) Work Plan • Youth Leadership Conference — Speakers/Other Details c) Set Future Meetings 4. Adjournment 5. Additional Materials: a) April, May, and June 2008 Official City Meeting Calendars b) Roster Pagel JIM RAMSTAD THIRD DISTRICT, MINNESOTA WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE RANKING MEMBER, OVERSIGHT SUBCOMMITTEE HEALTH SUBCOMMITTEE March 14, 2008 Congregg of the aniteb &tateg wouge of 341114m;entatibeg Wa0ittgton, ;DC 20515-2303 Laurie Ahrens City Manager City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 Dear Laurie: WASHINGTON OFFICE: 103 CANNON HOUSE OFFICE BUILDING WASHINGTON, DC 20515 (202)225-2871 (202)225-6351 (FAx) DISTRICT OFFICE: 1809 PLYMOUTH ROAD SOUTH, #300 MINNETONKA, MN 55305 (952)738-8200 (952)738-9362(FAx) mn03@mail.house.gov www.house.gov/ramstad As a community leader, I wanted to let you know I will soon be holding a series of town meetings in the Third Congressional District. I would like to personally invite you to join me at any of these town meetings to express your concerns and ideas and hear what's on the minds of our mutual constituents. Enclosed you will find a list of my town meetings. As you will notice, one of the town meetings is in your area. If your schedule permits, I sincerely hope you'll attend and let me know your questions and concerns. Let's keep in touch! Si cerely, J RAMSTAD Member of Congress JR:hr PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Page 2 NEWS FROM J lRamstad Minnesota's 3rd District Spring -2008 Town. Meetings Friday, April 4 BloominEton City Hall Council Chambers 1800 West Old Shakopee Road Noon — 1:00 p.m. Monday, April 7 Brooklyn Park City. Hall Council Chambers 5200 85th Avenue North Noon —.1:00 p.m. Monday, April 7 Plymouth City Hall Council Chambers 3400 Plymouth Boulevard 7:00 — 8:00 p.m. - - - -- ---- For more -information, please contact my office: 1809 Plymouth Road South, Suite #300 Minnetonka, MN 55305 952-738-8200 Page 3 1-94 West Chamber/Northwest Suburban Chamber `Get. Acquainted' Event April 8, 2008 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Location: The Reserve 3155 Empire Lane, Plymouth Join us for this annual member appreciation event as we welcome our newest members to the I-94 West Chamber. This will be a great opportunity for members of both the 1-94 West Chamber and NWS Chamber to network and learn more about the many new businesses that are now part of the combined Chambers. Event Sponsors Axel's Tavern Broadway Bar & Pizza Caribou Coffee Company Cold Stone Creamery Complete Eye Care of Medina, Dr. Gina Wesley Cornerstone Cafe & Catering Co Crostini Grille Davanni's Pizza and Hot Hoagies Excel Promotions Medina Entertainment Center Red Apron Catering River Inn - Hanover Sam's Club -- -- - - -Space Aliens Grill & Bar ------ Food Food provided by our event sponsors. Cash bar will be available. RSVP Sharon at 763.428.2921 orserickson@i94westchamber.org Page 4 The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners cordially invites you to the State ®f the County Address Presented by Randy Johnson, Chair Thursday, April 10 3 p.m. Reception follows address. a' ovO•o•aoaO• ®•°• O LL Dti)VO 0 kk;o • 'o • 0 0 • — • f 4 • _ -`G O Best Buy Corporate Campus Theater 7601 Penn Ave., S. Richfield, Minnesota 55423-3645 Directions and parking -see back cover. --- The address will be broadcast Friday, April 11, at 8 p.m. on Metro Cable Network / Channel 6. Page 5 r im'`wnwl a 'G. N'�N'wiY"S'ix3,�5 „s ' ENTRANCE ���� ��� q m� 011 n 3 q ,gyp+ssn4, r'5 w1�i r yiih Ewr�`�.'�+.w.:�.;y„ s�'K,«w° ,„an-iGawx �E ofio `,� oo �Y. u , x ,n, �f k� sr � . �' �, t+• 1 � � _ `'r� �P x. f 1 t ,ic GA� € 4o ^b x g !v°� $� w "�' o :'Ear Cia t 4 1 ir: �PV.w� �- ,a`�'.�''£ x+ C Py r.r 4 � � Directions and parking: www.hennepin.us/soc Hennepin County Public Affairs • 612-348-3848 s Page 6 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS March 2008 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Apr 2008 1 Feb 2008 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 24 25 26 27 28 29 27 28 29 30 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, Council Chambers 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 6:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING, Meeting With Auditors, Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EQC), Medicine Lake Rooms A & B 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 7:00 P.M. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION -Essay 17:00 PM HRA MEETING Medicine Lake Room GOOD FRIDAY Scoring, Parkers Lake Room 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, Council Chambers Environmental Fair 6:00 - 6:00 Pm Sunset Hill Elem. School 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 EASTER SUNDAY 5:00 P.M. YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL- Review Contest Entries Council Chambers- 700 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACs , Medicine Lake Room A 30 31 modified on 3/21/2008 Page 7 � Page OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS April 2008 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, Council Chambers YARD AND GARDEN EXPO, Plymouth Creek Center 6:00-8:00 pm Fieldhouse YARD AND GARDEN EXPO Pymouth Creek Center 9:00 am -1:00 pm Fieldhouse 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 6:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING, Discuss Lake Setback Ordinance, Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EQC), Medicine Lake Rooms A & B 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 6:30 P.M. HUMAN RIGHTS AWARD CEREMONY City Han Lobby and Council ChambersCOUNCIL 6:00 PM UPDATE WITH CITY MANAGER 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, Council Chambers PRIMAVERA PLYMOUTH ARTS SHOW, Plymouth Creek Center PRIMAVERA PLYMOUTH ARTS COUNCIL SHOW, Plymouth Creek Center 700 PM BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 PRIMAVERA PLYMOUTH ARTS COUNCIL SHOW, Plymouth Creek Center PRIMAVERA PLYMOUTH ARTS COUNCIL SHOW, Plymouth Creek Center —S— 30 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING, Discuss Senmidt Lake Setliment Deln, Medicine Leke Rcom 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) , Medicine Lake Room A 7:00 PM HRA MEETING Medicine Lake Room 9:00 AM -12:00 PM PLYMOUTH CITY SAMPLER, Plymouth City Hall , 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING• Council Chambers PRIMAVERA PLYMOUTH ARTS COUNCIL SHOW, Plymouth Creek Center 27 28 29 30 8:30 P.M. YOUTH LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE, Plyumuuth Creek Center BOARD OF EQUALIZATION 7:00 PM Mar 2008 S M T W T F S May 2008 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 30 31 modified on 3/21/2008 Page 9 Page 10 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS May 2008 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Jun 2008 1 2 ? J Apr 2008 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 1 2' 3 4 5 6 7 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 27 28 29 30 29 30 4 5 6 7 .8 9 10 • 7:00 PM PLANNING - COMMISSION MEETING, Council Chambers 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 700 PM REGULAR 000NCILMEETING, Coundl chambers 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE Medicine Lake Rooms A & B - 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, Council Chambers ' 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 MEMORIAL DAY (Observed) - City Offices Closed 700 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Coundl Chambers 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEEON TRANSIT Medicine Lake Room A 6:00 PM HRA MEETING Medicine Lake Room modified on 3/21/2008 Page 11 Page 12 Tentative Schedule for City Council Agenda Items April 8, Special, 6:00 p.m., Medicine Lake Room • Discuss lake setback ordinance April 8, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Approve North Suburban Emergency Operation Planning Group Emergency Operations Plan • Proclamation declaringApril 19-26 as the "Great Shingle Creek Cleanup III" • Approve RFP for recycling services • Consider agreement with Plymouth -New Hope Little League for a building at Zachary playfield • Receive report on Park and Ride Lot at 45th Avenue and Nathan Lane (8122) April 15, 6:00 p.m., Medicine Lake Room • Quarterly Update with City Manager April 22, Special, 5:30 p.m., Medicine Lake Room • Discuss Schmidt Lake Sediment Delta April 22, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers P • Approve designation of 2007 funds for 2007 Capital Improvement Program projects to be completed in 2008 April 26, Open House/Town Meeting, 9:00 a.m.-Noon, City Hall May 13, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers May 27, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers June 10, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers June 24, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers Note: Special Meeting topics have been set by Council; all other topics are tentative. Page 13 More and more immigrants finding that suburbia offers best place to live http://www.startribune.com/templates/Print This_Story?sid=16769956 1 of 2 aiit'i une.com I E\TNEAPOIJS -,,ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA More and more immigrants finding that suburbia offers best place to live By CONRAD WILSON and KEVIN DIAZ, Star Tribune March 17, 2008 These aren't your grandparents' immigrants. Once associated with teeming inner-city tenements, immigrants are now increasingly a suburban phenomenon in the Twin Cities and eight other so-called "gateway cities" identified Monday in a national report. The seven -county metro area has also emerged as one of the nation's fastest-growing immigrant gateways. Between 1980 and 2005, the region's immigrant population swelled from 72,000 to 267,000, an increase of about 270 percent. The Brookings Institution report, which carries implications for schools and employers across the area, shows that today's immigrants are chasing jobs and opportunities where they are more likely to be found: in the suburbs. "There's still a television sitcom image of the suburbs as lily-white, prosperous places with tidy lawns and families with two cars. That's certainly not accurate," said Katherine Fennelly, a professor at the University of Minnesota's Hubert Humphrey School of Public Affairs and co-author of the report's Twin Cities section. Nationwide, more immigrants in actual numbers came to the United States during the 1990s than in any other decade, especially in places outside traditional magnets like New York and Los Angeles. Drawn by jobs, housing and schools, one in five immigrants today lives in one of the nation's nine new gateway communities, including the Twin Cities. "There's a new geography of immigration and it's here to stay," said Audrey Singer, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution and co-editor of the study, "Twenty -First Century Gateways." "Most of the integration that we're talking about ... happens at the local level." In 2005 there were more than 172,000 foreign -born residents living in the Twin Cities suburbs, almost double the number living in the central cities of Minneapolis or St. Paul, according to the report. "You find concentrations of immigrants in particular areas where they are able to find housing and where they are able to get to jobs," Fennelly said. In the Twin Cities, the immigrant population is also fueled by the resettlement of refugee populations from places like Liberia, Somalia and Laos, often with the help of churches and faith -based organizations. But where so many first found a home in the central city, more are now apt to be found .in Page 14 3/18/2008 2:13 PM More and more immigrants finding that suburbia offers best place to live http://www.startribune.com/templates/Print This_Story?sid=16769956 suburban cul-de-sacs. The authors say it portends what the metro area may look like in the future. "What it reflects is perhaps what the state will look like tomorrow ... meaning in the next 10 or 20 years," Fennelly said. In many ways this migration from city to suburbs mirrors a well -trodden path for previous waves of immigrants. "I think that's expected," said Barbara Ronningen, a demographer in the Minnesota State Demographic Center. "This has happened forever." Drawn to the suburbs Kerper Dwanyen, president of the Organization of Liberians in Minnesota, exemplifies the pattern. The 48 -year-old Brooklyn Center resident came to the Minnesota suburbs years ago by way of Detroit. "When I came to this country 30 years ago, probably 99 percent of the Liberians I knew lived in the inner city," said Dwanyen, who works in the mortgage business. "The cities provided jobs, they provided housing, they provided transportation. So it was more accommodating." Today, most of Dwanyen's Liberian friends and acquaintances live in Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Maple Grove and Plymouth -- not in Minneapolis and St. Paul. "That's partially because their economic status has been upgraded, and partly because of job migration to. the suburbs. People are basically following the jobs," he said. But one new trend, the study found, is that future immigrants may bypass the cities. With so many immigrant families now residing in the suburbs, that is where future immigrants are likely to land as well. "New immigrants tend to come to someone," Dwanyen said. Others say they are motivated by the same impulses that drive native-born Minnesotans to the suburbs. "We decided the suburbs had better schools than the cities," said Rosemount resident Richard Baquero, who immigrated from Colombia in 1981 and now helps run his wife's immigration law firm in Richfield. The Baqueros have put three children through college, moving between Miami and Minneapolis, and finally to the Twin Cities suburbs. Among their South American acquaintances, particularly those who found good jobs or careers, most live outside the central cities. ciwilsonastartribune.com • 202-408-2723 kdiaz(a�startribune.com • 202-408-2753 © 2008 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. Page 15 2 of 2 3/18/2008 2:13 PM Eagan voters to decide whether to buy Carriage Hills Golf Course Page 1 of 1 StarTribU G..CoiYt'; I HTNEA.PQL1$ -ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA Eagan voters to decide whether to buy Carriage Hills Golf Course By SARAH LEMAGIE, Star Tribune March 18, 2008 Eagan voters will decide whether to pay $10.25 million to buy the former Carriage Hills Golf Course at a referendum in November. The golf course has been the subject of a lengthy court case filed in 2004 by developer Wensmann Realty, which wants to build houses on the land, against the city, which has fought to preserve the course as green space. In a unanimous vote Tuesday night, the Eagan City Council approved a contingent settlement that will allow voters to choose between buying the land to preserve it and letting the land be developed. If Eagan residents vote to maintain the land as open space, the city will pay $10 million for the 120 -acre site, plus about $250,000 in bond fees and other expenses. But even before the November election, the city will start the review process and hold public hearings this summer on a Wensmann proposal for homes that could be built if voters nix the offer. Wensmann has until April 16 to submit a formal development application, but the settlement outlines: • A mix of 450 to 480 single-family homes, row houses and senior housing on 90 acres of the golf course. • 30 acres of green space throughout the development, with buffers between nearby neighborhoods. • An east -west street connection between Wescott Woodlands and Duckwood Drive, rather than a north -south connection to the Greensboro or Wescott Hills neighborhoods. The city still has the right to approve or deny Wensmann's proposal, but if voters approve the referendum, development plans would not proceed. If the referendum fails and the city blocks development, the case probably will go back to court. The case, which went all the way to the Minnesota Supreme Court, had been sent back to district court last year and was scheduled for trial in June before the parties hashed out the agreement last week. Sarah Lemagie • 952-882-9016 © 2008 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. Page 16 http://www.startribune.com/templates/Print This_Story?sid=16804536 . 3/19/2008 Foreclosure scourge hitting the suburbs /, '; Foreclosure scourge hitting the suburbs By MARY JANE SMETANKA, Star Tribune March 20, 2008 Foreclosure, often seen as an inner-city problem, is creeping into Hennepin County's middle-class suburbs. In four of the last five months, the suburbs have seen more foreclosure auctions than Minneapolis. That's a change from the previous year, when Minneapolis dominated foreclosures in all but two months. In February, more than 57 percent of county foreclosures were in the suburbs, the highest suburban share in at least the last 19 months. Page 1 of') "It's truly a phenomenon that's not class specific," said Daryl Coppoletti, who as regional planning coordinator for the Hennepin South Services Cooperative analyzes the county sheriffs data for cities like Bloomington, Richfield and Eden Prairie. In the last year, Brooklyn Park has seen almost 700 foreclosures, more than any other Hennepin County suburb. It is followed by Brooklyn Center, Bloomington, Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, Crystal, Richfield and Plymouth, Champlin and Minnetonka. The list is striking because it includes newer communities like Maple Grove and Eden Prairie, upscale suburbs like Minnetonka and post -World War II rambler cities like Richfield and Crystal. No one is sure why this is occurring. Experts in housing and finance say that if the increasing number of foreclosures in suburbs is truly a trend, it may be linked to the maturation of so-called "near -prime" loans that are one step above the subprime loans that hit north Minneapolis so hard. Near -prime loans generally are aimed at people with mediocre but not poor credit histories and at people who are perhaps buying more home than they can afford. The Federal Reserve Board estimates that in Hennepin County, homeowners have taken out roughly 13,000 subprime mortgages and about 9,800 near -prime mortgages. Pick a payment Some near -prime loans require no proof of the borrower's income. Others allow interest - Page 17 http://www.startribune.com/templates/Print This_Story?sid=16881311 3/21/2008 Foreclosure scourge hitting the suburbs Page 2 of 3 only payments for a period of time, or let customers "pick a payment" from a list of amounts that can vary by hundreds of dollars. Such loans often adjust after a couple of years, bouncing borrowers up to monthly payments that are hundreds or even thousands of dollars higher than what they initially paid. Homeowners who have been paying only interest or picking their payment may find that in a time of declining home values, they owe more on their mortgage than their house is worth. "You saw a lot of these mortgages used in suburban and exurban areas and in new subdivisions," said Mark Ireland, an attorney who works on foreclosure prevention for the Foreclosure Relief Law Project in St. Paul. While in 2002 just 5 percent of home loans nationally fell into this near -prime category, by 2006 they made up about 20 percent of home loans, according to a 2007 Credit Suisse report. "Some people would say these are people who willfully bit off more than they could afford," Ireland. said. "But there are also a lot of people who were looking at homes [when values were escalating] who thought, if I don't buy a house now, I'll never own a home so I need to take a chance." Jeff Crump, a University of Minnesota housing studies professor, said the economy may be pushing suburban foreclosure rates. "Up until now, foreclosures have been driven mainly by irresponsible lending," he said. "But now, if we go into a recession -- and it looks like we're going to go into one -- people could be losing their homes because they're losing their jobs. "People were sold these with the idea that the finances don't matter, because eventually you'll refinance anyway. Now, with falling house values, you can't refinance because you might owe more than the home is worth." A neighborhood cancer For cities, foreclosures can mean vacant, boarded -up buildings that become targets for squatters or vandals. They can turn into scars on a street, eroding the confidence of other homeowners in a neighborhood. In Brooklyn Park, where in the last 19 months foreclosure has hit more than 4 percent of the city's homes, the city has tried to be proactive. Mailings on avoiding foreclosure have gone out to residents. One day a week, loan counselors sit in a City Hall office, ready to talk to people who need help. A few people come in, but more should, said city Community Development Director Bob Schreier. "People don't want to admit this is happening to them," he said. "If they'd come in and Page 18 http://www.startribune.com/templates/Print—This—Story?sid=l 6881311 3/21/ Foreclosure scourge hitting the suburbs Page 3 of 3 talk to loan counselors, there's a chance that this can be fixed." The city gets lists of foreclosed properties from the county, sends police and public health officials out to check on homes and sets up files on each property, Schreier said. Houses are discreetly tagged, disconnected from utilities and boarded up if necessary. Schreier thinks the high foreclosure rates in his city are partly linked to investors scooping up as many as 1,500 houses when housing prices were rising. The city is working with Realtors to try to get foreclosed homes back on the market. In April, the City Council will consider a program to offer improvement loans at below-market rates for buyers willing to rehab foreclosed homes. Bloomington's problem is much smaller than Brooklyn Park's, with 220 foreclosed properties in the past year. The city's emphasis has been on watching properties to make sure they don't fall into disrepair or become health nuisances, said Larry Lee, director of community.development. Only about 5 percent of foreclosed properties present problems, about the same as other properties in Bloomington, he said. "We've been watching it very closely, and it doesn't seem to be a threat to our neighborhoods yet," Lee said. Richfield also is keeping a close eye on foreclosures, which totalled 124 in the past year. The problem, said John Stark, interim director of community development, is that by the time the city finds out about a foreclosure, it's usually too late to help. "This problem is bigger than any one city," he said. "I talk with my peers in other communities and in the housing world, [and] this is the No. 1 problem. We're just waiting to see where the numbers go." Mary Jane Smetanka • 612-673-7380 © 2008 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. http://www.startribune.com/templates/Print This_Story?sid=16881311 3/21/ Page 19 City of Plymouth News Release For Immediate Release Contact: March 18, 2008 Greg Cook, 763-509-5997 Scott Newberger, 763-50975999 City of Plymouth Water Crews to Flush Water Mains City of Plymouth workers will flush water mains in April and May on the following schedule: • Industrial areas, both sides of I-494, south of Hwy. 55: April 7 - 9; • Residential areas, west of I-494, except Camelot: April 8 - 25; and. • Residential areas, east of I-494, and Camelot: April 28 — May 9. Your water could be discolored throughout this time, but it is more likely on the day crews flush your area. Please avoid doing laundry on that day. If you have discolored water, let your outdoor water faucet run until the water is clear. To find out which day your area will be flushed, call 763-509-5950 after March 28 or check the City web site at www.ci.plymouth.mn.us. Page 20 MINUTES PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT City Council Chambers Wednesday, January 23, 2008 7:00 p.m. Chair Person Terry Cheng called the meeting of the Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit (PACT) to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, on January 23, 2008. Commissioners Present: Chair Person Terry Cheng; Commissioners Vivian Honer, Carmen Pehler, Sylvia Gustafson, Mary Paprocki, Terry Bliss, Council Member Sandy Hewitt Absent: Commissioner Patty Doten Staff Present: Laurie Ahrens, City Manager; Sarah Hellekson Transit/Solid Waste Manager; Bernie Maciej, Transit Coordinator; Diane Tiegs, Committee Reporter Others: Jim Baldwin,, Laidlaw Transit Services, Inc Chair Person Cheng introduced the new Transit/Solid Waste Manager, Sarah Hellekson. Manager Hellekson will be the staff liaison for the PACT Committee. Approval of Agenda Motion was made by Commissioner Paprocki and seconded by Commissioner Honer to approve the agenda. With all Commissioners voting in favor, the motion carried. Public Hearing City Manager Ahrens relayed the events over the past 6 months regarding the loss of the Four Seasons Park Et Ride location. Negotiations with the owner, Mr. Rappaport, resulted in termination of the City's lease due to the fee increase from $25,000 to $180,000 annually. Negotiations were conducted with two alternate locations,. a church parking lot but the church declined and a temporary site at Zachary Playfields. The Zachary location could only be used for 2-3 months. Community Development Director, Steve Juetten, has been negotiating with the Cub Foods property owner of the location at 4445 Nathan Lane. The owner is willing to negotiate a lease with an entrance off of 45th Avenue just west of Nathan Lane. Lease negotiations will include 120 parking spaces. There is room for additional spaces to increase for future growth. Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit January 2P"0 — Page 21 Proposed Route Change To accommodate the change in park and ride location, the City of .Plymouth is proposing an adjustment to Route 793 that would eliminate a six block stretch of Route 793 on Nathan Lane from Schmidt Lake Road to 45th Avenue N. This would affect two morning and two afternoon trips that serve that segment. Instead, Route 793 would start on 45th Avenue just west of Nathan Lane at the new park and ride location.. Passengers would board the bus on 45th Avenue N., eliminating safety and accessibility concerns with having passengers board on the highly -traveled Nathan Lane. Commissioner's Discussion The map traced the proposed changes for route 793. The Commissioners discussed the direction the bus route travels and safety concerns. There was discussion regarding the new lease cost, maintenance and the City's responsibility, and when improvements, if needed, would take place. Preliminary negotiations with the owner of the Cub property tentatively set the cost of the new lease at $33,000 annually. However, if improvements are needed to the property the annual lease amount could be less and the City is still negotiating. The City will be responsible for snow removal, surface improvements, striping, lighting, handicapped accessibility, and moving a shelter to the Cub location. A traffic flow study was done and determined that there is less traffic on the proposed pick-up at 45th than Nathan.. The upgrade estimate is projected to cost $100,000 to $200,000. The 793 bus will continue to stop at the Four Seasons location to pick-up the walkers and riders from shuttle Routes 791 and 792. The only change for the park and ride will change where they park their vehicles. Commissioner Pehler inquired whether an assessment on growth had been done. Coordinator Maceij stated the Cub location would accommodate growth for the next 4-6 years. Commissioner Bliss stated concerns regarding the visibility of the location and how to best advertise the park and ride. Commissioner Gustafson and Commissioner Paprocki asked if there were provisions to allow a sign at the new location or advertising in the Cub store. Manager Hellekson said these issues are to be worked out in the lease agreement. There are provisions to terminate the contract if, at some time, we need to. Also, there is a provision if a developer.. decides to do something different and that a year's notice would be served to cancel the lease. Commissioner Gustafson inquired about riders who continue to park at the Four Seasons location if cars would be towed? There is a concern to assure timely notice to riders of the park and ride changes. Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit January""" --- Page 22 Chair Person Cheng opened discussion to public The following residents brought forth concerns regarding the proposed 793 route change: Melanie Onstad, 3745 Arrowood Lane N, Mary Lelivelt, 4825 Saratoga Lane Rich Willy, 10120 48th Avenue N Patty Flekke, 3495 Pilgrim Lane Pam Erickson, 4300 Trenton Lane Darelyn Payes, 39th Avenue N Bonnie Wittenburg 12300 43rd Avenue N Alicia Johnson, 8800 New Hope Kim Vandenburg, 39th Avenue N The residents stated the security behind Cub is poor due to inadequate lighting. Currently there is no handicapped accessibility. Residents requested that the City not advertise the park and ride unless there will be an increase in parking spots. 'The proposed 120 parking spots are under -estimated as currently there is parking over- flow on a daily basis. Riders are using other areas as overflow. Resident Willy stated an alternative would be to keep route 793 in place and have the 790 bus follow. The new park and ride proposed location is a better alternative than not having. one at all. Safety needs to be addressed for a landing on both sides of the streets. It is steep and dark so during winter some residents will not walk for safety reasons. The City will need to build stairs. Resident Lelivelt inquired how revenues are collected if fare boxes/scanners never work. Currently her pass is payroll deducted but there are a number of riders who ride free. The fare box equipment is not City property; they are controlled by the MET Council. Council Member Hewitt relayed that the fare box issue is with the region and, as part of her involvement with MET Council, this is an issue that is being worked on. The cost to repair is expensive and MET Council does not have the funds because the transportation bill did not pass last session. The same issue regarding new buses is lack of funding. Resident Lelivelt stated that Laidlaw is atrocious as the buses are dirty, late, and drivers present a cavalier attitude. An example of this behavior happened when the she pointed out the front headlight on the bus she was riding did .not work; the driver exited the bus, kicked the headlight, and said now - it -does. Resident Lelivelt also stated that the schedule seems to be a guideline, not a schedule, as.buses are late daily and weekly on a monthly basis. Commissioner Gustafson reminded residents in attendance to use fact base information when submitting transit complaints. All Commissioners stated to please make written complaints with date/facts. Transit/Solid Waste Manager Hellekson will be addressing the performance standards. Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit January 27 '_—_ -_ '_-- – Page 23 Council Member Hewitt addressed Laidlaw Representative Mr. Baldwin and stated that clean buses, timely schedules, and courteous drivers are manageable issues and should be addressed. Resident Vandenburg stated a red Ford van has been parked in the Four Seasons lot for at least a month using a Park 8t Ride spot. A resident called Plymouth Police about the vehicle and it belongs to a Coon Rapids resident. Commissioner Bliss will attend to that issue. Residents felt there was not enough communication regarding the proposed route change because some riders were unaware of the Public Hearing. Chair Person Cheng stated that the Four Seasons Park Ft Ride has been in discussion for years. All PACT meeting minutes are posted on the City of Plymouth website. A Rider Alert was also distributed on the bus routes to notify riders of the Public Hearing. City Manager Ahrens addressed the residents concerns. The snow will be cleaned out of the Cub park and ride area however; it is not possible to install lights until spring. The improvements are in the planning stages. Transit Coordinator Maciej will re- examine the location for suitability and lot condition along with snow removal. Repairs will be done in the spring. Transit Coordinator Maciej stated security issues were relayed to the City of Plymouth Police and the Police Department has said it is a safe area with little trouble.and few complaints. .Transit Coordinator Maciej stated overflow parking is available. There are 120 spaces available now with the potential of 200... The plan is to lease 120 parking spots on. the west side of the Cub Store. Chair Person Cheng closed Public hearing at 8:22 pm Post Hearing Discussion Chair Person Cheng opened PACT discussion stating safety, lighting, accessibility, overflow parking, and the steep road are key elements of concern by residents. Commissioner Gustafson asked Laidlaw Representative Baldwin how the Rider Alert was distributed. Representative Baldwin stated the Rider Alert was placed on all buses January 12th or 13th until the Public Hearing date. Commissioner Gustafson would like to see route 793 stay with route 790 following. This was a good suggestion from residents and should at least be tried. Council Member Hewitt agreed the focus should be on the suggestion received. Commissioner Bliss and Commissioner Paprocki concurred and stated this should be the recommendation given to the City Council. Commissioner Pehler expressed concern with rushing, as improvements cannot be made until spring. Commissioner Pehler wanted to explore other options or a temporary park and ride location until improvements could be made at the Cub Location. City.Manager stated other alternatives have been researched and were either declined or not suitable. The lease for the current park and ride has been cancelled and the alternative would be to eliminate the park and ride. Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit January ?"112 I' Page 24 Commissioner Bliss made a motion to keep route 793 and have it run before the 790 and eliminate the proposed trip into the park and ride. Commissioner Paprocki seconded the motion. Commissioners Bliss, Paprocki, Honer, Gustafson, Cheng were in favor of the motion and Commissioner Pehler voted no. The motion passed. Commissioner Honer stated the Rider Alert communication must be done before the next council meeting. Approval of Minutes A motion was made by Commissioner Honer and seconded by Commissioner Paprocki to approve the meeting minutes of November 28, 2007. All Commissioners were in favor and motion passed. Election. of Officers Chair Person Cheng said Commissioners Gustafson, Pehler, and Paprocki have been re- appointed to the PACT Committee. Chair Person Cheng stated he is not seeking re- election and opened the floor to nominations. Commissioner Honer nominated Commissioner Bliss. Commissioner Bliss declined.. Commissioner Bliss nominated Commissioner Gustafson. There were no other . . nominations. All Commissioners were in agreement and Commissioner Gustafson is the new Chair Person for the PACT Committee. Commissioner Gustafson nominated Commissioner Pehler as Vice -Chair. No other nominations were made. All Commissioners were in agreement and Commissioner Pehler is the Vice Chair for the PACT Committee. Council Member Hewitt congratulated Chair Person Cheng on a great job over the past years as Chair Person. The PACT Committee has become a valuable asset for the City and much of that is due to his dedication and hard work along with the rest of the Commissioners. A motion, was made by Commissioner Gustafson and seconded by Commissioner Paprocki to table the Dial -A -Ride Brainstorming until the February meeting. All Commissioners were in agreement and the motion passed. Ridership 8t Financial Update and Report on 500, 000th Rider Transit Coordinator Maceij November Year to Date Dial -A -Ride 5,015 60,482 Metrolink 39,640 446,974 System Total 44,655 507,456 Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit January?' Page 25 Transit Coordinator Maceij also included the Financials requested in the Commissioners packet for review. Comments from PACT Members Commissioner Bliss: Thanked Transit Coordinator and staff for the work done on the Four Seasons changes. He also commented on the Public Works snow removal and great job they do for the City. Commissioner Bliss invites citizens to.talk with him about transit problems. Commissioner Gustafson: Thanked Transit Coordinator Maceij for repairing the lights at Methodist Church bus stop. Commissioner Gustafson would like Representative Baldwin, Transit/Solid Waste Manager Hellekson, and Transit Coordinator Maceij to address the heat and cleanliness in the buses. Commissioner Pehler: Stated it is clear from tonight's meeting and the transit complaint log that the list is too long and large. There must be a consistent way to make sure issues are addressed. Commissioner Pehler requested Laidlaw Representative Baldwin to review the stop at Schmidt Lake Road and Terraceview. The bus is very snug at the intersection and traffic is not easy to see. Could the bus pull into the parking area? Representative Baldwin stated the route cannot change but the stop could be backed up to better accommodate. Commissioner.Paprocki: The complaint log is -way too long and indicates the drivers need courtesy training. Commissioner Honer: The Laidlaw driver attitudes, bus cleanliness, and timeliness of the 772/777 are still issues. The 772 waits until 777 shows up which causes a late start for 777. Bus maintenance is a real issue. Jim commented that breakdowns are due to the 12 year old buses from Metro Transit. Laidlaw has been struggling to obtain parts and currently are working to locate surplus parts and buses that are not as old. There has been a high driver turnover for route 790. The current driver has been removed. Council Member Black inquired about what type of courtesy training the drivers received. Representative Baldwin stated classroom training and a video were part of their training sessions. Council Member Black stated that based on experience the drivers need more training. Council Member Black inquired about the bus cleaning schedule and requested Laidlaw to make a better effort as this is manageable. Representative Baldwin said the buses are cleaned three times a week and the maintenance manager is responsible for inspecting the cleaning. Chair Person Cheng: Requested the performance measures standard be placed on the March meeting agenda. Chair Person Cheng inquired about the PACT Work Plan 2008. City Manager Ahrens stated the 2008 Work Plans will be reviewed by the City Council and presented at the next PACT meeting. Council may have concerns or issues they want commissions to work on. City Manager Ahrens thanked the group for their Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit January i I' Page 26 dedication and hard work. She will no longer be the staff liaison. Transit/Solid Waste Manager Hellekson will now be the lead staff liaison. She complimented the group saying what a functional and stay -on task group they are. The group has made good improvements, long-term planning, and progress towards performance standards. It's been a pleasure working with the PACT Committee. Adjournment Motion made by Commissioner Gustafson and seconded by Commissioner Honer to adjourn the meeting. All Commissioners were in favor and meeting adjourned at 9:23 p.m. Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit January Page 27 MINUTES PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY February 28, 2008 PRESENT: Chairman Steve Ludovissie, Commissioners Jeff Kulaszewicz, Penny Hatcher, Paul Caryotakis, and Councilmember Bob Stein STAFF PRESENT: Housing Program Manager Jim Barnes, Housing Specialist Patty Schaffer, and Office Support Representatives Janice Bergstrom and Chele Kovacevick 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Ludovissie called the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. Chairman Ludovissie welcomed the new HRA Commissioners. Housing Manager Barnes said an item regarding a waiver request for the Rehab Grant Program has been added New Business. 2. CONSENT AGENDA A. Approve HRA Meeting Minutes from January 28, 2008. B. Plymouth Towne Square. Accept monthly housing reports. C. Vicksburg Crossing. Accept monthly housing reports. Councilmember Stein noted that the City website does not indicate that Vicksburg Crossing is owned by the City and said it is important to add that information. MOTION by Commissioner Kulaszewicz, seconded by Commissioner Hatcher, to approve the consent agenda. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 3. PUBLIC HEARING A. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). Consider 2008 Action Plan. Housing Specialist Schaffer gave an overview of the February 5, 2008 staff report. Chairman Ludovissie opened the public hearing. Chairman Ludovissie introduced Beth Kodluby, Executive Director for Home Line. Ms. Kodluby said Home Line is a tenant advocacy hotline which has served Plymouth residents since 1992 by giving needed information to tenants to solve their own rental problems and advise them of their legal rights. Ms. Kodluby said calls have increased four years in a row and said the Page 28 Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority February 28, 2008 Page 2 housing foreclosure issue is impacting renters. She said this is serious because tenants get notice from the sheriff that they are losing their housing which they have been paying rent for, and have no idea the landlord is behind in payments. Ms. Kodluby said Home Line operates a housing program to educate renters before they hit the rental market; she said 60 classes have been conducted. Chairman Ludovissie asked about the profile of Home Line's clientele who would be primarily serviced. Ms. Kodluby said most callers meet HUD guidelines of low or low income, although there are no income guidelines for callers. She said the questions are related to 1) repairs, 2) evictions and 3) security deposit issues. Councilmember Stein asked how many callers were serviced last year. Ms. Kodluby responded that in 2006, 200 households were served and there were 120 . households served in the first half of 2007. Over the last three years, HOME Line's tenant hotline has averaged 211 Plymouth callers per year. In 2007 HOME Line expects to assist at least 215 Plymouth hotline callers, prevent at least 10 evictions in Plymouth; and speak to 5 high school classes. Commissioner Caryotakis asked which communities are served by Home Line. Ms. Kodluby said Home Line serves the entire state with the majority of calls from Minneapolis' suburbs. Chairman Ludovissie introduced Ben Bevis, 4203 Boone Avenue N., New Hope MN, Regional Director for Tree House which serves at risk youth between grades 6 —12 who are struggling with social, educational, emotional and family issues. Mr. Bevis said they are currently meeting at Peace Lutheran Church (C. R. 101 and State Highway 55), and in the last two years have served 71 teens from the Plymouth area by providing a safe place for them. Mr. Bevis reviewed the trips, activities and service projects provided by Tree House and said the cost is $1,800 for a teen to complete the Tree House program. Commissioner Hatcher asked if these services include life skills and maintaining a house. Mr. Bevis responded that Tree House staff teaches emphasize character skills, responsibility, and integrity. He said kids are given the opportunity to participate and plan events, i.e. trips. Commissioner Hatcher asked if staff works with youth to keep them in school or at their jobs. Mr. Bevis said their goal is to have these youth be plugged into other organizations, not to be Tree House dependent. Chairman Ludovissie introduced Sue Wallace, Grants Coordinator for JVS, a Jewish family and children service in Minneapolis founded in 1910. Ms. Wallace said services include family and senior counseling, vocational direction, career development, career counseling services and a new program for child care assistance. She said the Hennepin County funding is for low to Page 29 Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority February 28, 2008 Page 3 moderate income persons who need assistance with educational planning and career counseling to get off public assistance. Commissioner Kulaszewicz asked if the requested funds are specific for career counseling. Ms. Wallace answered affirmatively. Commissioner Caryotakis asked where the service locations are focused. Ms. Wallace said the two main locations are Minnetonka and downtown Minneapolis, but JVS also serves the greater Twin Cities Commissioner Caryotakis how participants are identified for this program. Ms. Wallace said persons who are receiving funding through Hennepin County's sliding fee program are selected. She added that in January there are 102 families in Plymouth using that program. Councilmember Stein asked if this is the only service agency providing this service for this targeted group. Ms. Wallace responded yes. Chairman Ludovissie introduced Marcy Harris, representing CAPSH, which serves low to moderate income persons for the First Time Homebuyer Program, foreclosure prevention, rehab and reverse mortgages. She said the biggest area of growth has been with foreclosure and they have added 4 staff. Ms. Harris said HUD reported 300 counseling calls for the year, with 380 for the first quarter? She said medical emergencies are a main reason people lose housing. Reverse mortgage requests have been decreasing while FTHB have increased. She said potential first time homebuyers attend the all day classes and eligibility requirements are stringent. Chairman Ludovissie asked about potential clients, and if Plymouth would be as likely to use the programs as inner ring suburbs. Ms Harris said Plymouth residents could benefit from such programs as mortgage re -negotiations and the opportunity to work with counsel, such as for budgeting. Commissioner Kulaszewicz asked about statistics and record keeping. Ms. Harris said statistics help identify where problems are and statistics are also required by the City. Housing Specialist Schaffer added that agencies submit quarterly reports, which the City submits to HUD to determine where residents are being served and are they meeting goals. Commissioner Caryotakis asked if financial institutions have been forthcoming in offering foreclosure assistance. Page 30 Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority February 28, 2008 Page 4 Ms. Harris said most notably Bremer Bank has been a good community partner, and some larger banks are becoming more helpful. Chairman Ludovissie introduced Elizabeth Johnson, representing PRISM a social service agency serving Plymouth since 1970. Ms. Johnson said they want to expand the PRISM Express, a senior ride program to work with low income families also. Ms. Johnson said it is difficult to run transportation programs due to insurance, liability, gas and increasing demand. She said there were almost 1,200 rides for Plymouth residents. Ms. Johnson said there were 15,000 medical rides many coming to West Health Councilmember Stein asked if there is a charge for the transportation service. Ms. Johnson said the suggested donation is $5 per ride, and the average donation is $3.50. Councilmember Stein asked if this service duplicates Dial A Ride. Housing Manager Barnes responded that the service is the same, and but the need exceeds what . Dial A Ride can handle. Chairman Ludovissie asked if the ridership in Plymouth is primarily elderly. Ms. Johnson said the majority are seniors, and there are some low income riders also. Councilmember Stein asked about the service area and types of services riders use. Ms. Johnson said Brooklyn Center, Crystal, Robbinsdale, New Hope, Golden Valley and Plymouth have residents using the service for medical, bank, personal trips, and the beauty shop with an increasing number of spouse visiting a spouse in a nursing home or hospital. She said there are calls from children of the aging who have difficulty transporting parents as they have full time jobs. Chairman Ludovissie introduced Larry Nelson and Kim O'Grady, YMCA Point Northwest. Mr. Nelson said they provide services, shelter and housing for runaway youth or youth who might be homeless or at risk. He said services include 24-hour crisis line, street outreach, short term shelter, and shelter for older youth who may not be able to go back home. Mr. Nelson said they work closely with schools and police departments. Chairman Ludovissie asked about projections for the coming year. Mr. Nelson said 75-100 is a reasonable estimate. He said the economy is playing a role and that renters getting displaced causes stress and strain for their kids. Commissioner Kulaszewicz questioned a previous issue in having a goal and not having statistics to support. Housing Specialist Schaffer stated that the YMCA has had a restructuring and now submit phenomenal records,' adding they have already met their goal for 2007. Councilmember Stein asked where homeless youths are housed. Page 31 Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority February 28, 2008 Page 5 Mr. Nelson said licensed, volunteer host homes provide short term housing. A transitional living program is provided for older kids to get into an apartment where they pay part of the rent and help to develop independent living skills. Chairman Ludovissie introduced James Landt, Hammer Residences. Mr. Landt said Hammer has 31 homes in western suburbs, with 15 located in Plymouth. Mr. Landt said the principle request is to install a sprinkler system in a house. Commissioner Kulaszewicz asked if these homes quality as low income housing. Mr. Landt stated that 98% of Hammer residents are in the low income category. Chairman Ludovissie closed the public hearing. Chairman Ludovissie acknowledged that funding has declined over years. He said the HRA staff works closely with the agencies and he defers a lot of decision making to them. Commissioner Caryotakis said it is time consuming for recipients and staff.to track performance and assess needs of all the programs. Councilmember Stein asked why Interfaith Outreach was not funded. _• Housing Manager Barnes responded that IFOP did not submit an application. He said they are funded though the Housing Link 2000 and also receive funding though the City's social service allocation. Councilmember Stein said he concurred with Chairman Ludovissie that there is a huge need for these services and the need is probably going to get worse; he said he assumes staff knows better how to distribute the funds. Commissioner Kulaszewicz reiterated staff has done a great job. He said these programs meet a great need metro wide, and it is important residents of Plymouth are being served. MOTION by Chairman Ludovissie, seconded by Commissioner Kulaszewicz to approve the CDBG 2008 action plan. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 4. NEW BUSINESS A. Vicksburg Crossing. Marketing Update. Housing Manager Barnes reviewed the February 21, 2008 staff report. He said 4 or 5 leases have been signed, and interest is picking up. Housing Program Manager Barnes said the model unit would be staged with purchased furniture. Commissioner Caryotakis asked what is projected for lease up time. Page 32 Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority February 28, 2008 Page 6 Housing Manager Barnes said 18 months is projected, and clarified that they did not understand the impact the for -sale housing market would have on the market rate units. He said recent seminars have confirined that the seniors are independent and do not have a need to leave their single family house. They are not ready to make a reduction in sales prices, have good health and can wait for the market to rebound. He said 18-24 month stabilization; meaning 95% occupancy, is now a 3-4 year stabilization period. Housing Program Manager Barnes said if the current market is still struggling in 2009 they will need to find ways to react and address the debt service for 2009. Commissioner Hatcher suggested marketing to parishes with aging populations at churches with kiosks. Housing Manager Jim Barnes responded that could be considered. Commissioner Caryotakis remarked that seniors are reluctant to sell in this market even though the challenges of home ownership can be burdensome. Commissioner Hatcher speculated that if a mortgage payment is low or non-existent, some seniors can afford to let their house sit longer in this slow market. Chairman Ludovissie said education for seniors discussing selling their home for less in order to live in an apartment with no home ownership responsibilities and burdens may have some appeal to seniors. Housing Manager Barnes said a $15,000 —20,000 reduction in sale proceeds is an important portion of their means of supporting themselves in their retirement years; this could be a one year of income. Commissioner Caryotakis asked for an estimate on how long it may take to reach stabilization. Commissioner Kulaszewicz said we are encouraging Grace Management to be aggressive in their marketing efforts. Commissioner Caryotakis remarked that to currently allow more affordable housing it would reduce the amount of rent collected over the long term, but would cut some immediate losses. Housing Manager Barnes responded that once units are dedicated to affordable status, it can be very difficult to return them to market rate. Commissioner Caryotakis speculated that a heavier concentration of affordable units may affect overall quality of life and general building culture. Commissioner Kulaszewicz inquired about another open house, as the last one appeared to be productive. Housing Manager Barnes said Open Houses are scheduled for April and May, in addition to an information table at the Yard & Garden Expo. Councilmember Stein asked if the monument sign indicated that the building was owned by the Plymouth HRA. I page 33 Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority February 28, 2008 Page 7 Housing Manager Barnes responded no. Councilmember Stein suggested that this was a good marketing strategy and would not give the perception of a Public Housing facility. Housing Manager Barnes said he will research this topic. He said Grace Management thought it might be perceived as a detriment to be owned by a city, however, the focus groups they conducted indicated City ownership as a positive with reasonable rents and a higher standard of property maintenance. Chairman Ludovissie agreed with Councilmember Stein to identify that Vicksburg Crossing is City owned and operated. B. HRA Strategic Plan. Discuss update process. Commissioner Caryotakis found the information interesting and said it would be worthwhile to review past priorities, the current economic situation, and short term priorities. Chairman Ludovissie said the citizen interest portion of the survey was helpful, and said he would support discussion of what would be achievable goals for the HRA Board during the coming year. Housing Manager Barnes said the City Manager has asked for an HRA report for City Council, outlining responsibilities and clarification of how the City and HRA work together. Discussion followed regarding goals, timing, etc. and it was agreed that the May 29, 2008 and June 26, 2008 meetings would commence at 6:00 p.m., to allow extra time for discussion of the HRA Strategic Plan. C. Future HRA Meeting Dates. Motion by Chairman Ludovissie, seconded by Commissioner Hatcher, to approve the proposed HRA meeting dates. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. D. Election of Chair, Vice -Chair and Secretary for 2008. Councilmember Stein nominated Chairman Ludovissie as chairman and Commissioner Kulaszewicz as vice-chairman. Chairman Ludovissie nominated Councilmember Stein as secretary. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. E. Waiver of Rehab Guidelines Housing Manager Jim Barnes presented a request of waiver for a Rehab guidelines for a mobile homeowner whose main water line froze, rendering their bathroom unfit for human occupancy. Page 34 Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority February 28, 2008 Page 8 The family income of $27,000 for a family of four exceeded the State guidelines by $3,000. City of Plymouth rehab guidelines serve households taxed as real property. Housing Program Manager Barnes said an inspection revealed a well -kept unit that needs a bathroom, water, heater, floors, and windows. He said Interfaith Outreach may participate financially and with some labor, but the family needs funds for the whole project. Housing Program Manager Barnes asked if the HRA would waive requirements for this property and said the loan would be filed as a lien against the mobile home. Commissioner Kulaszewicz said that there are few qualified rehab applicants applying for the rehab funds the HRA has available. Chairman Ludovissie asked the age of the mobile home. Housing Manager Barnes said it is a 1970 model, under $10,000 in value typically half of the average value. Councilmember Stein asked the cost of a new mobile unit. Housing Program Manager Barnes stated a used mobile home would be $15 — 20,000, new $45,000. Commissioner Hatcher said she is concerned about setting precedence within the mobile home park. Housing Manager Barnes, explained that these people are homeless now and this would be a one time only waiver because of this crisis. Councilmember Stein said he supports waiving the requirement as this is the type of situation rehab dollars are meant to be used for; however, he questioned the security of the lien since it would be on a mobile home which could potentially leave one night. Housing Manager Barnes said such loans are booked as a loss the year. they are issued. He said these owners have been there 11 years, are stable in the community, and one has a mother living in Plymouth. Chairman Ludovissie asked if approval could be structured on a special hardship only to make it clear that this is a one-time exception. Commissioner Hatcher concurred with this approach. Housing Manager Barnes said this is the only request which would be considered since the home is rendered unlivable. If another request comes in we would make it clear that the only reason a waiver was granted was because the unit had become unlivable. Councilmember Stein addressed the window upgrade and consequences since the windows are not required to make it habitable. Chairman Ludovissie remarked that the intent is good but is concerned about setting a precedent. Unlivable is a good point but others might be determined to be same/similar condition. Page 35 Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority February 28, 2008 Page 9 Commissioner Hatcher remarked that this is a disaster situation when it affects a basic utility, but she said the windows might not qualify. Commissioner Kulaszewicz reviewed that we have a rehab program that is funded, and there are not enough qualified applicants for the fiends, if other folks in the mobile home park are qualified, do we care? Councilmember Stein restated the fact that it is a mobile piece of equipment and the only tax base is the park paying real estate taxes. Housing Manager Barnes added that the mobile home park is an important part of the affordable home stock. Commissioner Caryotakis asked if the income limits have been changed to accommodate the surplus of funds. Housing Manager Barnes said that could be considered if rehab or first time home buyer applications continue to languish. Motion by Chairman Ludovissie, seconded by Commissioner Kulaszewicz. to approve the waiver of rehab guidelines for a mobile home located at (location). Chairman Ludovissie restated that this is clearly an identified need that it is a hardship. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. 5. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Chairman Ludovissie, seconded by Councilmember Stein, to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned at 9:12 P.M. Page 36 Approved Minutes City of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting March 5, 2008 MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair James Holmes, Commissioners Terry Jaffoni, Karl Neset, Frank Weir, and James Davis MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners Erik Aamoth and John Cooney STAFF PRESENT: Planning Manager Barbara Senness, Senior Planner Marie Darling, and Office Support Representative Janice Bergstrom 1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PUBLIC FORUM 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to approve the March 5, 2008 Planning Commission Agenda. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved. 5. CONSENT AGENDA A. APPROVAL OF THE FEBRUARY 20, 2008 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to approve the February 20, 2008 Plaiuzing Commission Minutes. Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved. 6. PUBLIC HEARING A. W. B. GYMS, LLC (2008007) Chair Holmes introduced the request by W. B. Gyms, LLC for a rezoning and PUD General Plan for "Gold's Gym", a fitness club on property located at 1605 County Road 101. .Senior Planner Darling gave an overview of the February 26, 2008 staff report. Senior Planner Darling said a letter from John and Ann Ryan, 1605 Merrimac Lane has been added to the public record. She said the authors were concerned about the location and Page 37 l Approved Planning Commission Minutes March 5, 2008 Page 2 increase of air conditioning units, additional traffic between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. and trash. Commissioner Davis asked why there is a gap in the tree layout even with the placement of the additional 19 trees. Senior Plamier Darling explained that there are currently deciduous trees in those locations and the addition of the conifers would fill in those gaps. Commissioner Jaffoni asked if the trees would be adult spruce. Senior Planner Darling said the spruce trees would be 6 feet in height. Commissioner Jaffoni asked if lights on the north and west side of the building could be turned off as there would be only 6-7 people using the parking lot at night. She expressed concern that the proposed lighting could be disruptive to townhome neighbors and asked how the lights would be angled. Senior Planner Darling said the lights on the south side of the parking lot closer to the building were not proposed to be shut off during business hours for safety and security. Senior Plamler . Darling said the parking lot lights are able to be turned off and on separately. Senior Plamler Darling said the lighting ordinance requires that new lighting is directed downward, but the applicant has proposed no changes to the existing lighting. Commissioner Jaffoni asked if there are concerns about the 1.4 -foot setback on the southeast corner from the right-of-way. Senior Planner Darling said this would not be encouraged with new development, but the road is creeping up on the building not the other way around. Chair Holmes asked how the current lighting plan relates to the City's lighting ordinance. He said the back side of this building and parking lot has bright lights, and asked if the applicant could add shields to existing fixtures to help with glare on the west side. Chair Holmes introduced the applicant, Mike Finkelstein, 3033 Excelsior Boulevard, Minneapolis MN 55416. Mr. Finkelstein said he is not familiar with the lighting and could not address impact. He said he would have some concern for lighting as it relates to the entrance for purposes of security especially during winter months. Commissioner Jaffoni asked if the trash containment is locked and if it would be enclosed to keep kids away. Page 38 Approved Planning Commission Minutes March 5, 2008 Page 3 Mr. Finkelstein said he thought the trash receptacle does have one or two enclosures. He said the containment is locked when not. in use. Mr. Finkelstein said trash removal would occur 3 times per week. Commissioner Weir asked if the applicant would be willing to change lighting if it doesn't meet with current standards. Mr. Finkelstein answered affirmatively. Commissioner Davis asked about the location and sound from new rooftop units. Mr. Finkelstein said the likely placement for the pool would be in the southeast portion of the building with some equipment placed over the pool area. He said additional ventilation on the roof would be required as current capacity does not meet their needs. Mr. Finkelstein said they will work with staff on the screening and noise reduction for the 8=10 units. Senior Planner Darling said that as part of the final PUD a sound source control plan can be required to review noise impacts from the proposed HVAC equipment to ensure the proposed HVAC equipment meets the City's noise requirements. Commissioner Davis supported that suggestion. Chair Holmes opened and closed the public hearing as no one requested to speak on the -item. " Commissioner Davis said. the questions regarding landscaping and the sound source control plan address concerns raised, and he said he thinks this is a plan we should approve. Chair Holmes said the issues brought up in the Ryan communication outline issues around the use as a grocery store. Chair Holmes said when rehab on a building such as this occurs, equipment is upgraded and the new equipment must meet requirements. He said the applicant has the opportunity to make changes and address all issues in the letter, and said he will support the request. MOTION by Commissioner Weir, seconded by Commissioner Davis, to approve the request by W. B. Gyms, LLC for rezoning and PUD General Plan for "Gold's Gym", a fitness club on property located at 1605 County Road 101 and add conditions requiring a sound source control plan and improvements to the lighting as necessary. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION approved unanimously. Page 39 Approved Planning Commission Minutes March 5, 2008 Page 4 7. NEW BUSINESS 8. . ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Chair Holmes, without objection, to adjourn the meeting at 7:27 p.m. Page 40 March 17, 2008 Commissioner Mark Stenglein Commissioner Penny Steele . Hennepin County Board of Commissioners A2400 Government Center Minneapolis, MN 55487-0240 SUBJECT: TRAFFIC SIGNAL REQUEST COUNTY ROAD 47 AT VICKSBURG LANE CITY PROJECT NO. 4128 Dear Commissioners Stenglein and Steele: As you may know, the City has been actively pursuing the installation of a traffic signal at the above referenced intersection. Most recently, Councilmember Hewitt approached Commissioner Stenglein and Jim Grube, Director of Transportation and County Engineer, seeking concurrence on this matter. On behalf of the City Council, I respectfully request that you give this matter strong consideration and allow a traffic signal to be constructed at this location. It is my understanding that Hennepin County and City staff continue to discuss the jurisdiction of County Road 47. My hope is that this matter can be addressed without compromising those discussions and that we may proceed without undue delay. If you have any questions or comments, you may contact me at 763-509-5007 or email -at kslavik@ci.plymouth.mn.us. Sincerely, C G� Mayor Kelli Slavik cc: Plymouth City Council Doran Cote, Director of Public Works Jim Grube Director of Transportation and County Engineer Hennepin County Transportation Dept. 1600 Prairie Drive Medina, MN 55340-5421 3400 Plymouth Blvd o Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • Tel: 763-509-5000 e www.ci.plymouth.mn.us hA-r Page 41 0:\Engincering\PR0]ECTS\-1000- 2009\4128\Ltrs\S1avik_1 ,oCtyCommissioners_Clt47Signal_4128A Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 520 Lafayette Road North St. Paul, MN 55155-4194 651-296-6300 1-800-657-3864 651-282-5332 TTY www.pca.state.mn.us March 11, 2008 �� R �b + Mr. Dwight Thomas 2795 Shady View Lane North Plymouth, MN 55447 RE: Petroleum Tank Release Site File Closure Site: Thomas Residence, 2795 Shady View Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55447 .Site ID#: LEAK00016675 Dear Mr. Thomas: We are pleased to let you know that the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) staff has determined that your investigation and/or cleanup has adequately addressed the petroleum tank release at the site listed above. Based on the information provided, the MPCA staff has closed the release site file. Closure of the file means that the MPCA staff does not require any additional investigation and/or cleanup work at this time or in the foreseeable future. Please be aware that file closure does not necessarily mean that all petroleum contamination has been removed from this site. However, the MPCA staff has concluded that any remaining contamination, if present, does not appear to pose a threat to public health or the environment under current conditions: The MPCA reserves the right to reopen this file and to require additional investigation and/or cleanup work if new information, changing regulatory requirements or changed land use make additional work necessary. If you or other parties discover additional contamination (either petroleum or nonpetroleum) that was not'previously reported to the MPCA, Minnesota law requires that the MPCA be immediately notified. You should understand that this letter does not release any party from liability for the petroleum contamination under Minn. Stat. ch. 115C or any other applicable state or federal law. In addition, this letter does not release any party from liability for nonpetroleum contamination, if present, under Minn. Stat. ch. 11513, the Minnesota Superfund Law. Please note that as a result of performing the requested work you may be eligible to apply to the Petroleum Tank Release Compensation Fund (Petrofund) for partial reimbursement of the costs you have incurred in investigating and cleaning up this petroleum tank release. The Petrofund is administered by the Petroleum Tank Release Compensation Board (Petro Board) and the Minnesota Department of Commerce. To learn more about who is eligible for reimbursement, the type of work that is eligible for reimbursement, and the amount of reimbursement available, please contact Petrofund staff at 651-297-1119 or 1-800-638-0418. St. Paul I Brainerd I Detroit Lakes I Duluth I Mankato Marshall I Rochester I Willmar I Printed on 100% post -consumer recycled paper - Page 42 Mr. Dwight Thomas Page 2 March 11, 2008 If future development of this property or the surrounding area is planned, it should be assumed that petroleum contamination may still be present. If petroleum contamination is encountered during future development work, the MPCA staff should be notified immediately. For specific information regarding petroleum contamination that may remain at this leak site, please call the Petroleum Remediation Program File Request Program at 651-297-8499. The MPCA fact sheet Request to Bill for Services Performed must be completed prior to arranging a time for file review. Thank you for your response to this petroleum tank release and for your cooperation with the MPCA to protect public health, and the environment. If you have any questions regarding this letter, please call me at 651-297-8598. If you are calling long distance, you may reach the MPCA by calling 800-657-3864. Sincerely, C" � J4, P- 7, Gary Zarling Project Manager Petroleum and Closed Landfill Section Remediation Division GZ/j mp cc: Sandy Engdahl, Clerk, City of Plymouth Mike Goldstein, Fire Chief, City of Plymouth Dave Jaeger, Hennepin County Solid Waste Officer Jeffery Neisse, ProSource Technologies, Inc., Coon Rapids Minnesota Department of Commerce Petrofund Staff Page 43 CityPlymouth Adding Quality to Life March 21, 2008 SUBJECT: PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT . AND PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR THE ROTTLUND COMPANY, INC. (2008003) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this letter is to inform you of a request by The Rottlund Company, Inc., under File Number 2008003, for approval of a planned unit development amendment and a preliminary plat to create 20 single family lots and one outlot from one existing outlot for property located west of Cheshire Parkway and north of 55h Avenue North. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 750 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of, and cordially invited to attend a Public Hearing to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, in the Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The public will be invited to offer questions and comments concerning this application at that time, or feel free to call the City Planning Department at (763) 509-5450 for more information. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter (lower level), on Mondays and Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except holidays. Sincerely, Wm "-jVV,4-o Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2008003propnotice 3400 Plymouth Blvd • Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • Tel: 763-509-5000 • www.ci.plymouth.mn.us. r I Page 44 Adding Quality to Life March 21, 2008 SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO SITE PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR PROVIDENCE ACADEMY (2008011) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this letter is to inform you of a request by Providence Academy, under File No. 2008011, for an amendment to the site plan and conditional use permit to allow building expansion and site improvements for property located at 15100 Schmidt Lake Road. To date, 217,229 square feet of floor area has been constructed on this 41 -acre site. The. current development approvals allow 280,000 square feet of floor area on the site. The reqested amendment would increase the allowable floor area to 313,000 square feet. The amendment would also allow several future site modifications including 1) relocation of the football field/track and tennis courts, 2) installation of a synthetic turf football field, and 3) installation of a seasonal dome to cover the two eastern most tennis courts. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 500 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of, and cordially invited to attend a Public Hearing to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, April 2, 2008, in the Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The public will be invited to offer questions and comments concerning this application at that time, or feel free to call the City Planning Department'at (763) 509-5450 for more information. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter (lower level), on Mondays and Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except holidays. Sincerely, Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 200801 1propnotice 3400 Plymouth Blvd •Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • Tel: 763-509-5000 • www.ci.plymouth.mn.us Page 45 City Of t� Plymouth Adding Quality to Life March 21, 2008 SUBJECT: SITE PLAN AMENDMENT. AND VARIANCE FOR ROLLIN B CHILD, INC. (2008012) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this letter is to inform you of a request by Rollin B. Child, Inc., under File No. 2008012, for a site plan amendment for an 18,945 square foot warehouse addition and variance for front yard parking setback for RBC Tile and Stone located at 1820 Berkshire Lane North. While a formal Public Hearing is not required, it is the City's policy to inform adjacent property owners/occupants of such applications. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 200 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of and cordially invited to attend a meeting to be held by -the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 2, 2008 in the Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter, at Plymouth City Hall on Mondays and Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except holidays. If you have any questions about the specifics of this proposal, please contact the Community Development Department at (763) 509-5400. Sincerely, wir- Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2008012propnotice 3400 Plymouth Blvd • Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • Tel: 763-509-5000 • www.ci.plymouth:mn.us Page 46 rp) Piyriiouth Adding Quality to Life March 14, 2008 Police Department Tel: 763-509-5160 • Fax: 763-509-5167 This letter was sent to: State Senator Ann Rest, State Senator Terri Bonoff, State Senator Gen Olson, State Representative Sarah Anderson, State Representative Steve Smith, State Representative John Benson, and State Representative Sandra Peterson On behalf of the City of Plymouth and the Plymouth Police Department, I respectfully request your consideration and understanding of the following matter. As you might know, the Fourth District Court has been asked by Governor Pawlenty to reduce its current operating budget by just over four percent. As a result of this request, core services will be significantly altered, which in turn will create an additional unfunded burden onto our community and organization. The Honorable Lucy A. Wieland, Chief Judge of the Fourth District Court, has explained that the satellite courts at both Ridgedale and Southdale will be closed in order to meet the Governor's budget reduction. As a result, suburban police agencies along with a whole host of social service organizations will be forced to conduct their daily business'at either Brookdale (the only remaining satellite court) or at the Government Center downtown. This action, along with the myriad of other cuts in court services, will have a significantly negative impact on our community. The existing court calendar backlog will not be eased by this action — in fact it will be enhanced. Here, all court -related activities will unfortunately be concentrated in two locations that have limited space and accessibility. As a result, defendants, citizens, prosecutors, police officers, and others will contend with grossly inefficient means to have their cases heard, to be served, or to conduct their work. The additional costs for prosecution, overtime wages, parking, etc., are incalculable. We, too, have a budget that was appropriately adopted, which is based on long-standing and well -thought-out business practices. To close the satellite courts either now, during our current fiscal year, or in the future, is short-sighted and will cause great uncertainty in our budgetary planning process. The closures will also cause a great and difficult inconvenience to everyone involved. 3400 Plymouth Blvd o Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 • wvAnuci.plymouth.mn.us l Page 47 March 14, 2008 Page 2 While I understand the state's current financial situation, it is my sincere hope that another plan to recover from the forecasted shortfalls can be created by both the House and the Senate; whereby, the Fourth District Court, which has already endured other cuts, can remain whole under its current budget. In order to serve the public expeditiously and with fiscal prudence, it is necessary to keep the satellite courts open where the services guaranteed to our constituents, under both the Constitution and state law, are amply provided. Your thoughtful consideration on this matter is greatly appreciated. Sincerely, 1 Michael S. Goldstein Chief of Police cc: Chief Judge Lucy A. Wieland Hennepin Chiefs County Chiefs Laurie Ahrens, City Manager Plymouth City Council Members Elliott Knetsch, City Attorney Roger Knutson, City Attorney Page 48 elm creek Watershed Manaaement Commission MAR 1 ' 2008 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE TECHNICAL OFFICE 3235 Fernbrook Lane Hennepin County DES Plymouth, MN 55447 417 North 5th Street PH: 763.553.1144 Minneapolis, MN 55401-1397 FAX: 763.553.9326 PH: 612.596.1171 e-mail: judie@jass.biz FAX: 612.348.8532 e-mail: Ali.Durgunoglu@co.hennepin.mn.us March 14, 2008 City/Town Managers City/Town Engineers Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission Hennepin County, MN Re: Minor Plan Amendment Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan Ladies and Gentlemen: Enclosed please find the final, approved Minor Plan Amendment to the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission's Second Generation Watershed Management Plan. In accordance with MN State Statutes, a 45 -day legal notice of a public meeting to explain the proposed minor plan amendment was published and the proposed amendment was transmitted to member communities, Hennepin County, Metropolitan Council, and state review agencies for review and comment. The proposed amendment would revise the Commission's existing Water Quantity Standards to provide for more stable conditions for Elm Creek, including Rush Creek, North Fork Rush Creek and Diamond Creek as the watershed continues to be impaired by land development. The public meeting was held on February 13, 2008. The amendment was adopted by the Commission at its March 12, 2008 meeting and became effective on that date. Member communities should amend their local water plans and official controls to incorporate this new standard. Projects submitted to the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission on March 12, 2008 or thereafter are subject to the new Water Quantity standards. Attached to this letter is a copy of Appendix F containing the revised Water Quantity Standards (Section II). The revised language is found in new paragraph 11. (Former paragraph 11. was redundant and has been deleted.) Also attached is a copy of Resolution 2008-01 Amending the Watershed Management Plan. A copy is also available on the Commission's website (www.elmcreekwatershed.org). Questions may be directed to Ali Durgunoglu c/o the technical office address above. Sincerely, Judie A. Anderson Administrator JAA:tim Encls Z:\Elm Creek\Minor Plan Amendment\i._Cifies_Transmitting Approved Amendmentmpd Cc w/enclosures: Commissioners Commission Staff John Barten, Three Rivers Park District Joel Settles, Hennepin County Brad Wozney, BWSR Judy Sventek, Metropolitan Council Kim Boyce, Hennepin Conservation Dist. Charlotte Cohn, DNR John Hensel, MPCA Becky Balk, Dept. of Agriculture Terry Bovee, Dept. of Health Beth Neuendorf, MnDOT CHAMPLIN • CORCORAN - DAYTON • HASSAN • MAPLE GROVE • MEDINA • PLYMOUTH • ROGERS Page 49 STANDARDS STANDARDS OF THE ELM CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION The standards outlined below have been developed based on the goals and policies of the Commission provided in Section III. The policies that led to the standards are also listed in the boxes for reference purposes. The member communities will need to adopt the applicable standards within this section. A. WATER QUANTITY Policies A1. The Commission adopts the current FEMA study as part of the Elm Creek floodplain for parts of Hassan and Dayton that drain to the Crow and Mississippi Rivers. This study is available in the Water Resource Library. A2. The Commission adopts the Elm Creek Watershed Study and its associated flood elevations. This study is available in the Water Resource Library. A3. The Commission shall establish floodplain management standards. A4. The Commission shall establish water quantity management standards. A5. The Commission shall develop standards to reduce the severity and frequency of flooding and high water by preventing the loss of floodplain storage below the established 100 -year flood elevation. A6. The Commission shall develop standards to manage the change in conveyance and the timing of flood waters. AT The Commission shall develop standards to reduce the severity and frequency of flooding and high water by avoiding the loss of wetland storage. A8. The Commission shall develop standards to reduce the severity and frequency of flooding and high water by minimizing development in 100 -year floodplain. A9. Costs associated with floodplain management studies or projects shall be borne by all communities in the watershed in an equitable manner, as determined by the Commission and Joint Powers Agreement. A10. The Commission prefers that stormwater rate control is provided through the use of regional stormwater retention systems when it is reasonable and practical to do so. The Commission also supports site -by -site retention systems when regional systems are not reasonable and practical. All. The Commission shall promote infiltration of precipitation and runoff. Al2. The Commission shall establish a water quantity monitoring plan. A13. The local communities shall be responsible for removing deadfall in creek channels as appropriate provided that the deadfall is no longer attached to the land. For deadfall that remains attached to the land, it is the responsibility of the landowner to remove the deadfall. The Commission shall mediate deadfall removal issues as requested by the member communities. I. Floodplain 1. The Commission requires a plan review to be completed by the local permitting authority for development or redevelopment if any part of the development is within a Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 Appendix F— Page 1 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Page 50 STANDARDS 100 -year floodplain or upland flood storage area and/or the project changes the timing, storage, or carrying capacity of any tributaries of the 100 -year floodplain. The 100 -year floodplain is defined as that area associated with a storm event that has a 1 percent chance of being equaled or exceeded any year as stated in Appendix C. 2. All member communities shall restrict or prohibit uses within the floodplain that are dangerous to health, safety, or property in times of flood or which cause increase in flood elevations or velocities. 3. The Commission shall encourage the removal of existing structures from the 100 - year floodplain. 4. The Commission and member communities shall encourage the use of mitigating measures such as flood proofing to existing structures and dwellings in the 100 -year floodplain which are subject to dangers to health, safety, or property during the 100 - year flood if they cannot be removed from the floodplain. 5. Local communities, or property owners, as determined on a site -by -site case, shall be financially responsible for funding the removal or implementation of mitigating measures to protect structures or property from the 100 -year flood. The Commission may assist in securing grant monies to the extent reasonable. 6. Wetlands, lakes, and other water bodes shall be maintained and utilized to store and retard flood waters to be consistent with the local Stormwater Management Plan. 7. The Commission prohibits activities that impact the storage volume within the 100 - year floodplain unless compensatory floodplain mitigation is provided at a 1:1 ratio by volume and it is demonstrated that the 100 -year floodplain will not be impacted. In addition, no filling within the designated floodway shall be allowed. Suitable . calculations must be submitted and approved demonstrating that filling in the flood fringe will not impact the 100 -year flood profile. The 100 -year floodplain is defined as that area associated with a storm event that has a 1 percent chance of being equaled or exceeded any year as stated in Appendix C. 8. Structural flood control projects in the main tributaries of the Elm Creek Watershed . drainage system shall be considered only if other measures are not feasible. 9. The lowest floor elevation of new structures must be a minimum of 2 -feet above the 100 -year high water elevation. Runoff from back-to-back 100 -year critical events will be used to analyze the storage capacity and freeboard for landlocked areas 10. Member communities within the Commission shall adopt a floodplain management ordinance in conformance with the Commission's policies and standards. II. Water Quantity 1. For areas where the Commission is the local permitting authority, the fee schedule in Appendix B shall apply. 2. A development plan review by the local permitting authority is required for the following projects: Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 Appendix F —Page 2 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Page 51 STANDARDS a. Residential development or redevelopment on sites 8 acres or more, or b. Residential development or redevelopment on sites 5 acres or more with a density of more than 2 units per acre, or c. Commercial and industrial development or redevelopment on sites of one acre or more, or d. Road projects that result in a net increase in impervious surface area of one acre or more. 3. A plan review by the Commission is required for projects that transcend the boundaries of an adjoining community and will affect the communities' approved stormwater management. plan. 4. Changes in the local communities' water quantity policies require review and approval of the Commission 5. Plans must be submitted to the local permitting authority for any proposed alteration of waterways, culvert or bridge installations or replacements in waterways. Plans must show the location of installation, diameter, length and type of culverts, proposed invert elevations, bridge details, etc. along with pertinent hydrologic computations. 6. The Commission promotes infiltration practices of the 2 -year rainfall event for new development and redevelopment wherever it is practical and reasonable to do so, provided that past and existing land use practices do not have a significant potential to contaminate the stormwater runoff, the infiltration will not contaminate groundwater, the infiltration will have a regional benefit, and the soil characteristics are suitable for infiltration. 7. Landlocked depressions that presently do not have a defined outlet and do not typically overflow may be allowed a positive outlet provided the downstream impacts are addressed and the plan is approved by the local permitting authority. The project proposer shall provide this information. 8. The Commission recognizes that areas other than ponds, streams, wetlands, and lakes may be subject to storing stormwater runoff. These areas include acceptable levels of flooding within general depressions, low points, and street where structures and/or property are not damaged and any inundation that occurs is temporary in nature. 9._ Unless regional storm water management facilities are available to accommodate the development, future discharge rates from new development and redevelopment shall not exceed the existing discharge rates during 2-, 10-, and 100 -year storm events. 10. Flow rates in Elm, Diamond, and Rush Creek stream channels are to be maintained at pre -development flow rates for the 2-, 10-, and 100 -year rainfall events by limiting the discharge rates from new development and redevelopment to equal to or less than the existing discharge rates. 11. Projects requiring review as defined in paragraphs 2., 3., and 4. above -shall provide extended detention and/or runoff volume reduction to protect stream Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 Appendix F — Page 3 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Page 52 STANDARDS channels in the watershed. a. The minimum runoff volume to be controlled shall be the channel protection volume (Vcp) in acre-feet, obtained from Table 11.1 (below) by using the following methods: Area of Site/Project X Value of R from in acres Table 11. 1, in inches VCP = 12 inches/foot = Volume in acre-feet i. Determine Vcp for the new site/project with the existing impervious ratio. ii. Determine Vcp for the new site/project with the improved impervious ratio iii. Use the difference between the two Vcp values to determine the runoff volume to be controlled. Table 11.1 Inches of Runoff to be used in Determining Vcp Impervious Ratio A Soils B Soils C Soils D Soils 0.00 0.03 0.18 0.22 0.17 0.05 0.07 0.23 0.28 0.22 0.10 0.11 0.29 0.34 0.28 0.15 0.16 0.36 0.40 0.33 0.20 0.21 0.43 0.47 0.39 0.25 0.28 0.50 0.54 0.45 0.30 0.35 0.58 0.61 0.51 0.35 0.43 0.67 0.68 0.58 0.40 0.53 0.76 0.76 0.65 0.45 0.63 0.85 0.84 0.71 0.50 0.74 0.96 0.93 0.79 0.55 0.86 1.07 1.02 0.86 0.60 0.99 1.18 1.11 0.93 0.65 1.13 1.30 1.20 1.01 0.70 1.29 1.44 1.30 1.09 0.75 1.46 1.58 1.41 1.17 0.80 1.64 1.72 1.52 1.26 0.85 1.84 1.88 1.63 1.35 0.90 2.06 2.05 1.75 1.44 0.95 2.30 2.23 1.87 1.54 1.00 2.57 2.42 2.00 1.63 b. Extended detention storage time is defined as the time between the center of mass of the inflow and outflow hydrographs. The minimum storage time shall be obtained from Table 11.2 (below). Table 11.2 Required Storage Time Site Area acres Extended Detention Storage Time hrs Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSS Project No. 1334-00 Appendix F -Page 4 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Page 53 STANDARDS 0 to 1 not required 1 to 30 24 30 to 40 36 40+ 48 c. The minimum recommended outflow orifice diameter is 3". (Alternative equivalent outflow such as V -notch weir can be used.) Lower release rates will require infiltration, filtration or alternative practices to provide control of the channel protection volume Vcp. d. Infiltration, permanent storage or other volume reduction methods are encouraged and may be applied to reduce or eliminate the volume needed for extended detention storage. e. Current Elm Creek standards (no. 10, above) require control of 2 -year peak flows. This standard will result in 2 -year peak discharges that are far less than existing conditions; therefore, sites meeting the proposed standard will not be required to demonstrate compliance with the current 2 -year peak control standard. f. Sidewalks and trails that do not exceed twelve feet (12'0") in width, are not constructed with other improvements, and have a minimum of five feet (60") of vegetated buffer on both sides are exempt from the channel protection volume reduction requirement. Road and driveway crossings do not disqualify the exemption. 12. The design of all major stormwater storage facilities shall attempt to accommodate the 100 -year critical duration event. 13. Stormwater rate control structures and drainageways shall be placed within a drainage, utility, or flowage easement. 14. All new outlet structures must have outlet erosion control devices. 15. All submitted development plans must be in conformance with the approved local stormwater management plans B. WATER QUALITY Policies B1. The Commission encourages the adoption of the DNR's model shoreland ordinance. B2. The Commission adopts the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's Best Management Practices and Metropolitan Council's Minnesota Urban Small Site BMP Manual by reference. B3. The Commission shall establish standards for stormwater treatment practices to prevent further degradation of lakes, streams, and wetlands. B4. The Commission will establish a comprehensive water quality monitoring plan for area lakes and streams. B5. The Commission will establish water quality goals for judging the adequacy of its water Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F— Page 5 Page 54 STANDARDS B6. The Commission shall promote the management of stormwater runoff quality on a regional basis in areas where it is reasonable and practical to do so. The Commission shall also manage stormwater runoff quality on a site -by -site basis when regional methods are not feasible. B7. The Commission will coordinate with other agencies' efforts in monitoring, maintaining, and improving surface water quality within the watershed. B8. The Commission shall provide services to assist the member communities in obtaining National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Phase 11 permits once this program is implemented by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, if requested by the local community. B9. The Commission shall establish manure management standards. B10. The Commission shall develop standards and/or a model ordinance related to manure management, feedlots, and fencing/setback standards for livestock near water bodies. B11. The Commission shall review progress and policies relating to Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDL's) as they become available. 1. The Commission shall require conformance with the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's Best Management Practices and the Metropolitan Council's Minnesota Urban Small Site BMP Manual. 2. The Commission shall require member communities to adopt the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency's Best Management Practices and the Metropolitan Council's Minnesota Urban Small Site BMP Manual as part of local surface water management plan development or implementation. 3. A plan review by the local permitting authority is required for the following projects: a. Residential development or redevelopment on sites 8 acres or more, or b. Residential development or redevelopment on sites 5 acres or more with a density of more than 2 units per acre, or c. Commercial and industrial development or redevelopment on sites of one acre or more, or d. Road projects that result in a net increase in impervious surface area of one acre or more. 4. The Commission encourages member communities to adopt a shoreland ordinance in conformance with the Department of Natural Resources. If the community does not have a shoreland ordinance, the Commission shall enforce the DNR sample shoreland ordinance. A sample ordinance is included in Appendix H. 5. The Commission encourages the member communities to work with Hennepin County to develop a program to ensure that solid or liquid waste such as hazardous household waste is disposed of properly. Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F — Page 6 Page 55 STANDARDS 6. The Commission shall require member communities to develop a stormwater system maintenance plan that addresses public and private stormwater pond clean-out, public sump catch basin/manhole clean-out, and street sweeping of curb -and -gutter streets to the extent feasible and practical. A sample maintenance plan is contained in Appendix I. 7. The Commission shall require member communities to sweep City -owned paved streets at least once annually on rural section roads and twice annually on urban section roads. 8. The Commission encourages each member community to establish the street width for all public roads undergoing development or redevelopment in conformance with City Code. The Commission recognizes that narrow streets reduce pollutants loads, decrease runoff volumes, and increase infiltration. The municipality should give these factors consideration in concert with consideration for parking, public safety, and maintenance needs. 9. Phosphorus loadings from new or redeveloped sites shall not exceed predevelopment phosphorus levels. The following phosphorus export coefficients shall be used to calculate predevelopment and post -development land use phosphorus loadings: Pre -developed land use Woodland or wetlands: 0.1 pounds/acre/year Grasslands, meadows, open space: 0.4 pounds/acre/year Cropland: 1.0 pound/acre/year Pasture: 2.0 pounds/acre/year Urban (applicable for redevelopment): See Post -development land use Post -development land use (to be used with runoff volumes) Industrial/Commercial: 600 parts per billion Single-family residential: 450 parts per billion Multi -family residential: 500 parts per billion This standard can be achieved through the use of ponding, Low Impact Development techniques, reduction in impervious surfaces, or other Best Management Practices deemed reasonable by the Commission. The local permitting authority shall consider a variance or flexibility to this standard if impacts to other natural resources are demonstrated. The local permitting authority can consider the implementation of this standard on regional/drainage area basis if this standard is deemed impractical on a site -by -site basis. 10. The Commission requires the pretreatment of stormwater runoff that conforms to Nationwide Urban Runoff Program (NURP) recommendations be provided for new or modifications to the stormwater conveyance system prior to discharge to wetlands, streams, and lakes. a. A permanent pool ("dead storage") volume below the principal spillway (normal outlet) which shall be greater than or equal to the runoff from a 2.5 inch storm over the entire contributing drainage area assuming full development. Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F —Page 7 Page 56 STANDARDS b. A permanent pool average depth (basin volume/basin area) which shall be > 4 feet, with a maximum depth of < 10 feet. c. An emergency overflow (emergency outlet) adequate to control the one percent frequency/critical duration 'rainfall event. d. Basin side slopes above the normal water level should be no steeper than 3:1, and preferably flatter. A basin shelf with a minimum width of 10 feet and one foot deep below the normal water level is recommended to enhance wildlife habitat, reduce potential safety hazards, and improve access for long-term maintenance. e. To prevent short-circuiting, the distance between major inlets and the normal . outlet shall be maximized. f. A flood pool ("live storage") volume above the principal spillway shall be adequate so that the peak discharge rates from 99%, 10%, and 1 % chance critical duration storms are no greater than pre -development basin watershed conditions. g. Retardance of peak.discharges for the more frequent storms can be achieved through a principal spillway design that may include a perforated vertical riser, small orifice retention outlet, or compound weir. 11. The Commission shall require a 60% phosphorus removal efficiency for stormwater pretreatment systems. The PondNet model (Walker, 1987) or model approved by the local permitting authority as equally applicable shall be used to determine the removal efficiency of the stormwater treatment system based on a 2.5 -inch rainfall. This standard can be achieved through the use of ponding, Low Impact Development techniques, reduction in impervious surfaces, or other Best Management Practices deemed reasonable by the local permitting authority. The local permitting authority shall consider a variance or flexibility to this standard if impacts to other natural resources are demonstrated. The local permitting authority can consider the implementation of this standard on regional/ drainage area basis if this standard is deemed impractical on a site -by -site basis. 12. The Commission will review the use of other Best Management Practices or innovative stormwater management practices that can be practically implemented for water quality treatment on a case-by-case basis. 13. Buffer width standards for water quality ponds shall be at the discretion of the member community. 14. In areas where NURP treatment basins are not feasible to construct, the MPCA Guidelines for Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas or other methods may be substituted. 15.. The Commission requires treatment pond outlets to remove floating debris for a 2- year event. 16. The Commission shall develop water quality goals for specific water bodies within the watershed that transcend municipal boundaries. Development and redevelopment Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F—Page 8 Page 57 STANDARDS plans within the waterbodies' subwatershed shall include provisions to assist the Commission in meeting these water quality goals. 17. The local communities shall develop water quality goals for specific water bodies that are located entirely within their municipal boundaries. Assistance from the Commission for this task will be provided, if requested. 18. The following water quality goals have been established by a local community or organization for the following water bodies: Plymouth Water Quality Goals Elm Creek TP: 250mg/I TSS: 25 mg/I TN: 3 mg/I COD: 100 m /I See local plan for more details Maple Grove Classification Rice Lake Class II — Indirect contact Weaver Lake Class I — Direct contact Fish Lake Class I — Direct contact Cook Lake Class I — Direct contact Three Rivers Park District Classification Fish Lake Class I — Direct contact Elm Creek Pond Class I — Direct contact Lemans Lake Class III —Wild I ife/I nterpretation Elm Creek Class III —Wild I ife/I nte rretation Mud Lake Class III — Wildlife/Interpretation Rush Creek Class III — Wildlife/Inter retation Diamond Creek Class III — Wildlife/Interpretation Metropolitan Council Classification Fish Lake Priority Water Body Weaver Lake Priority Water Body 19. The Commission shall promote and encourage all property owners adjacent to lakes, streams, and wetlands to have an established native vegetative buffer strip of at least 20 feet. This standard shall be promoted through education efforts. 20. The Commission shall implement a water quality monitoring program for area lakes and streams. More information about this program is included in Appendix J. 21. The Commission encourages member cities to develop and implement a water quality monitoring program for those lakes and streams not being monitored by the Commission. 22. The Commission encourages local cities to maintain an inventory of wetland and public water bodies to assist in the management of these resources. Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F— Page 9 Page 58 STANDARDS 23. The Commission shall develop manure management and feedlot standards and/or model ordinances C. RECREATION, FISH, AND WILDLIFE Policies C1. The Commission encourages fish and wildlife habitat protection and enhancement opportunities as part of surface and groundwater management practices. C2. The Commission shall establish standards for the protection of water based recreational activities. C3. The Commission will work with and support to the maximum extent practical the efforts of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the US Corps of Engineers, the US Environmental Protection Agency, the US Fish and Wildlife Service, the Hennepin Conservation District, and Three Rivers Park District and other appropriate agencies in promoting public enjoyment and protecting fish, wildlife, and recreational resource values in the watershed. 1. The Commission shall encourage landowners to maintain wetlands and open space areas for the benefit of wildlife. This standard shall be promoted through education efforts. 2. The Commission shall require a 50 -foot native vegetation buffer from Elm Creek, Rush Creek, North Fork Rush Creek, and Diamond Creek for any new development. 3. The Commission shall require member communities to develop buffer width policies for development around wetlands. Information about buffers is included in Appendix K. 4. The Commission shall promote and encourage property owners adjacent to lakes, streams, and wetlands to establish a buffer around the water resources of at least 20 feet. This standard shall be promoted through education efforts. 5. The Commission shall encourage the maintenance of existing water based recreational resources. 6. The Commission shall encourage member communities to address control of exotic plant species such as purple loosestrife at construction sites and elsewhere. Information on Best Management Practices for control of exotic species in available from the Department of Natural Resources. 7. Member communities are encouraged to utilize Minnesota Land Cover Classification System (MLCCS) data, where available, or other inventory methods to identify existing habitat patches and wildlife corridors and develop land use policies and strategies to protect these resources. Assistance for this task is available from the DNR. 8. The Commission will continue to work cooperatively with the local communities and Three Rivers Park District to ensure protection and proper management of local and regional parks within the watershed. Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F — Page 10 Page 59 STANDARDS D. ENHANCEMENT OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION, INFORMATION, AND EDUCATION Policies D1. The Commission shall establish a public education program regarding watershed management practices. Information about this program can be found in Appendix G. D2. The Commission encourages member cities to develop coordinated water resource public education programs to avoid duplication of effort and cost. D3. The Commission will work with and support to the extent deemed necessary the efforts of the Hennepin Conservation District, Department of Natural Resources and others to develop and enhance public education programs. 1. The Commission shall promote responsible watershed management practices through a public education program in conformance with the NPDES Phase II program (see Appendix G). This program shall include, but not be limited to: a. Publication of a newsletter twice annually. The newsletter shall be distributed to member communities and area libraries for distribution. The newsletter shall contain information on pertinent water resource issues such as lawn care and fertilizer use, Commission activities, and feedlot management. b. Annual educational programs, classes, and/or workshops such as Project NEMO for member communities' elected officials and staff regarding watershed management practices. c. A public input meeting and/or water resource survey every other year to obtain information related to the concerns of the general public within the watershed and determine the effectiveness of the Commission's implementation of the Watershed Management Plan. d. Establishment of an internet web -site to promote the goals and policies of the Commission. 2. The Commission shall actively pursue grant funding to assist in public and member community education efforts related to watershed management. This assistance could be used to assist local communities with public education efforts such as catch basin stenciling programs, clean water festivals, and local newsletter and outreach efforts. 3. The Commission shall encourage member communities to include regular articles in city newsletters and/or on city web sites on pertinent water management issues. 4. The Commission shall work with area Lake Associations to the greatest extent practical and feasible to implement responsible watershed management practices around area lakes, streams, and wetlands. 5. The Commission will consider ways to assist the member communities as future implementation of NPDES Phase II. E. PUBLIC DITCH SYSTEMS Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F — Page 11 Page 60 STANDARDS Policies E9. The public ditch systems within the Commission will be managed by Hennepin County, which is the public ditch authority. E2. The Commission shall work with Hennepin County in resolving any issues associated with management of the public ditch systems in the watershed. 1. The Commission shall defer all public ditch authority to Hennepin County. F. GROUNDWATER Policies F9. The Commission shall develop standards to improve and protect the groundwater within the watershed. F2. The Commission will promote and coordinate with other agencies the continuation of existing groundwater monitoring, inventories, and/or permitting programs. F3. The Commission will encourage member cities to develop and implement wellhead protection plans. F4. The Commission will assist member communities or other governmental agencies in resolving groundwater quality problems. F5. The Commission shall promote groundwater infiltration and recharge. 1. The Commission supports efforts to gather information on the hydrogeology of the region and identify potential sources of groundwater pollution. 2. The Commission shall encourage efforts to delineate and protect groundwater recharge areas. 3. The Commission shall encourage infiltration of the 2 -year event for new and redevelopment wherever it is practical and reasonable to do so, provided that past and existing land use practices do not have a significant potential to contaminate.the stormwater runoff, the infiltration will have a regional benefit, will not contaminate groundwater, and the soil characteristics are suitable for infiltration. 4. The Commission shall encourage member communities to develop spill prevention, control, and counter measure plans that are consistent with state and/or federal regulations. 5. The Commission requires that member communities cooperate with the Department of Health to ensure that all unsealed or improperly abandoned wells within the watershed are properly sealed in accordance with state regulations. 6. The Commission will work towards educating the Commission members and member community officials about stormwater and groundwater interactions, especially those entirely within the Commission's boundaries. Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F— Page 12 Page 61 STANDARDS 7. The Commission will review the local wellhead protection plans as part of the local storm water management plan review or when available. 8. The Commission will work to coordinate efforts to include review of the local wellhead protection plan as part of the development plan review process. 9. The local communities shall forward their local wellhead protection plans to the Commission upon completion. 10. The Commission shall develop and maintain a map showing the wellhead protection zones within its boundaries upon completion of a local wellhead protection plan. G. WETLANDS Policies G1. The Commission shall act as the Wetland Conservation Act's Local Government Unit (LGU) for those communities that choose to utilize this service. G2. The Commission will protect and manage wetlands in conformance with the State Wetland Conservation Act (WCA). G3. The Commission will support the local cities' efforts to become qualified to assume the LGU role to manage wetlands. G4. The Commission shall promote and facilitate the creation of new wetland bankings within the watershed. G5. The order of descending priority for the location of replacement wetlands, including the use of wetland bank credits, is as follows: a. On-site; b. With in the same subwatershed; c. Within the Elm Creek Watershed; and d. Outside the Elm Creek Watershed within major Watershed No. 20 only under extreme and unusual circumstances. 1. The Commission or designated Local Government Unit (LGU) shall protect and manage wetlands in conformance with the Wetland Conservation Act. A copy of Minnesota Rules 8410 is contained within the Water Resource Library. 2. The Commission or designated Local Government Unit (LGU) requires the developers to complete a wetland delineation by a trained wetland professional to identify the location and extent of any wetlands present within the development site. 3. For areas where the Commission is the local permitting authority, the fee schedule in Appendix B shall apply. 4. The Commission shall review wetland delineations as part of the development plan review for all new developments and redevelopments for those communities where the Commission is the LGU. Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 Appendix F— Page 13 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Page 62 STANDARDS 5. The Commission shall require a wetland inventory, functions and values assessment, and wetland management plan be completed by each community as part of development or implementation of a local water resource management plan. This Plan can be in conformance with Minnesota Rules 8420 or can be developed in another acceptable manner agreed upon by the community and Commission. The Commission shall assist in approving the wetland evaluation method. 6. The Commission shall support local city efforts to manage wetlands for habitat diversity, water quality, and stormwater management. These efforts may include dredging of sediments to the extent allowed by the Wetland Conservation Act or construction of treatment basins. These activities will be supported provided that it can be demonstrated that the project will result in no net loss of wetland area. 7. The Commission encourages member communities to adopt a Shoreland Ordinance, as required by the timeline set forth by the DNR, as part of the development or implementation of a local water resource management plan. If the community does not have a shoreland ordinance, the Commission shall enforce the DNR sample shoreland ordinance. A sample ordinance is included in Appendix H. 8. The Commission shall require a 50 foot native vegetation buffer from Elm Creek, Rush Creek, North Fork Rush Creek, and Diamond Creek for any new or redevelopment. 9. The Commission shall encourage all property owners adjacent to lakes, streams, and wetlands to have a buffer of at least 20 feet. This standard will be promoted through public education efforts. H. EROSION Policies H1. The Commission shall develop standards to minimize erosion due to development activities. H2. The Commission will coordinate, where appropriate, with other agencies' efforts to implement Best Management Practice regarding erosion and sedimentation control. H3. The Commission will identify locations for erosion control improvement projects. H4. The Commission encourages the adoption of NRCS standards for cropland erosion control. H5. The Commission shall coordinate with the Hennepin Conservation District and the Natural Resource Conservation Service to provide technical assistance and cost share programs regarding erosion control for farmers. 1. The local permitting authority shall review plans for conformance with Best Management Practices for the following developments: • Residential development or redevelopment greater than 1 acre in size, or • Commercial/industrial development or redevelopment, or Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F — Page 14 Page 63 STANDARDS • Any road, street, or highway project that results in a net increase in impervious surface. 2. Sediment and erosion control plans shall conform to the general criteria set forth by the most recent versions of the Minnesota Construction Site Erosion Control Handbook, practices outlined in the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency "Protecting Water Quality in Urban Areas", the local erosion control ordinance, the Metropolitan Council's Minnesota Urban Small Sites BMP Manual, and/or the NPDES Construction site permit. 3. The Commission shall require member communities to adopt erosion control ordinances in conformance with the Commission policies and standards as part of development or implementation of the local water resource management plan. Appendix H contains a sample erosion control ordinance. 4. The Commission shall support the efforts of the Natural Resource Conservation Service, the Hennepin Conservation District, and the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency to the extent reasonable and practical in addressing soil stabilization within the watershed. 5. The Commission shall identify locations for erosion control improvement projects. 6. The Commission shall provide technical assistance to farmers who wish to evaluate the erosion potential on cropland fields and for the installation of soil conservation practices when requested as funding becomes available. Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan WSB Project No. 1334-00 April 2003 Amended March 12, 2008 Appendix F — Page 15 Page 64 ELM CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION RESOLUTION NO. 2008-01 Amending the Watershed Management Plan WHEREAS, the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission ("Commission") is required by state law (Chapter 103B) to adopt a watershed management plan ("Plan"); and WHEREAS, the Commission's current Plan, adopted in 2004, outlines goals, policies and priorities within the watershed, and establishes water management standards for adoption by its member communities as part of their official controls regulating land use and development; and WHEREAS, the Plan identifies channel stability and land erosion as high priority concerns, and WHEREAS, the Commission has completed an Elm Creek Channel Study (Bonestroo, September 2007) ("Study") that identifies and recommends revisions to the Plan, including specifically: Development and redevelopment projects shall provide extended detention and/or runoff volume reduction to protect stream channels in the watershed. Infiltration, permanent storage or other volume reduction methods are encouraged and may be applied to reduce or eliminate the need for extended duration storage; and WHEREAS, the Commission has determined that it is in the public interest to preserve and promote water quality by the adoption of additional best management practices and water quality control standards for site development plans within the Elm Creek Watershed as identified in the Study; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission hereby adopts the following amendments to the watershed management plan. The Elm Creek Watershed Management Plan, Appendix F, STANDARDS, II. Water Quantity, is amended by adding new paragraph 11 as follows: 11. Projects requiring review as defined in paragraphs 2., 3., and 4 above shall provide extended detention and/or runoff volume reduction to protect stream channels in the watershed. a. The minimum runoff volume to be controlled shall be the channel protection volume (Vcp) in acre-feet, obtained from Table 11.1 below by using the following methods: Area of Site/Project X Value of R from in acres Table 11.1 in inches VCP = 12 inches/foot = Volume in acre-feet i. Determine Vcp for the new site/project with the existing impervious ratio. ii. Determine Vcp for the new site/project with the improved impervious ratio. iii. Use the difference between the two Vcp values to determine the runoff volume to be controlled. RESOLUTION 2008-01 ZAEIm Creek\Resolutions\2008-0I Minor Plan Amendmentdoc :Page 65 Table 11.1 Inches of Runoff to be used in Determining Vcp Impervious Ratio A Soils B Soils C Soils D Soils 0.00 0.03 0.18 0.22 0.17 0.05 0.07 0.23 0.28 0.22 0.10 0.11 0.29 0.34 0.28 0.15 0.16 0.36 0.40 0.33 0.20 0.21 0.43 0.47 0.39 0.25 0.28 0.50 0.54 0.45 0.30 0.35 0.58 0.61 0.51 0.35 0.43 0.67 0.68 0.58 0.40 0.53 0.76 0.76 0.65 0.45 0.63 0.85 0.84 0.71 0.50 0.74 0.96 0.93 0.79 0.55 0.86 1.07 1.02 0.86 0.60 0.99 1.18 1.11 0.93 0.65 1.13 1.30 1.20 1.01 0.70 1.29 1.44 1.30 1.09 0.75 1.46 1.58 1.41 1.17 0.80 1.64 1.72 1.52 1.26 0.85 1.84 1.88 1.63 1.35 0.90 2.06 2.05 1.75 1.44 0.95 2.30 2.23 1.87 1.54 1.00 2.57 2.42 2.00 1.63 b. Extended detention storage time is defined as the timd between the center. of mass of the inflow and outflow hydrographs. The minimum storage time shall be obtained from Table 11.2 below. Table 11.2 Required Storage Time Site Area (acres) Extended Detention Storage Time (hrs) 0 to 1 not required 1 to 30 24 30 to 40 36 40+ 48 C. The minimum recommended outflow orifice diameter is 3". (Alternative equivalent outflow such as V -notch weir can be used.) Lower release rates will require infiltration, filtration or alternative practices to provide control of the channel protection volume Vcp. d. Infiltration, permanent storage or other volume reduction methods are encouraged and may be applied to reduce or eliminate the volume needed for extended detention storage. e. Current Elm Creek standards (no. 10., above) require control of 2 -year peak flows. This standard will result in 2 -year peak discharges that are far less than existing conditions; therefore sites meeting the proposed standard will not RESOLUTION 2008-01 ZAElm Creek\Resoludons12008-01 Minor Plan Amendmentdoc 'Page 66 be required to demonstrate compliance with the current 2 -year peak control standard. f. Sidewalks and trails that do not exceed twelve feet (12'0") in width, are not constructed with other improvements, and have a minimum of five feet (5'0") of vegetated buffer on both sides are exempt from the channel protection volume reduction requirement. Road and driveway crossings do not disqualify the exemption. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that in Appendix F, STANDARDS , H. Water Quantity, former paragraph 11 is deleted. The effective date of this amendment is the date of adoption of this resolution. This resolution was declared duly passed and adopted by the Board of Commissioners of the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission this 12th day of March, 2008. �: o Chair ATTEST: J-.,,C�- A40-� &-�� Recording Secretary RESOLUTION 2008-01 Z:Elm Creek%esolutions\2008-01 Minor Plan Amendmentdoc Page 67 CITY OF PLYMOUTH ripTO: Laurie Ahrens, City Manager FROM: Calvin Portner, Adm Svcs Dir DATE: March 20, 2008 SUBJECT: ERP --New World Systems Update Following is an update on the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software migration to New World Systems Logos .net software. Mr. Karl Kramer of New World visited the week of March 10-14 for the first Financial Management Trip (FM -1). The goal of FM -1 was to set up the City's Chart of Accounts in the live system, create the General Ledger, import bank information, set up City operational locations, set up user -based security and organize the functional departments. The following staff team participated in the training and setup: Calvin Portner — Admin Svcs Dir. (project manager) Jodi Bursheim — Finance Manager Bobbi Leitner — Payroll/Risk Manager Paula Mastey —Accounting Supervisor Scott Anderson — Applications Manager Kristen Chong — IT Systems Analyst The Week In Review FM -1 began with training on the software functionality and operations. The team opened the week with a reserved excitement to begin the massive process of re- creating our financial system in a new user-friendly environment with improved audit controls and more efficient finished work products. By day two, the team soon realized we had more questions than answers and the sooner we began the laborious task of data entry, the more time we'd have to address our "real" work that was piling up on our desks, voicemail and email. Fortunately, pre - trip prep work eased the design of the Chart of Accounts and by day three we were delighted to see live data in the operational system. Attached is a checklist of completed tasks from FM -1. The goal was to have about 30% of the work completed during the visit. The team was able to complete approximately 75% of the work with the consultant on site. I am also happy to report that the conversion of existing data is ahead of schedule. IT was .able to utilize the services of a volunteer to clean up our vendor lists, saving about 30 hours of staff time. Further, the consultant was able to work with staff to develop the conversion tables to move our financial history to Logos. 'Page 68 Homework We will work to finish the organizational sets and General Ledger accounts over the next few weeks. Most of the team has spent the past week catching up on our regular work post visit. Finance will need to continue preparations for the annual audit and the CAFR. Much of the GL information will be completed during the week of April 8 when the auditors are in the office, as staff will have some free time. Our deadline to complete General Ledger and Chart of Accounts is May 19. Our deadline to have data ready for transfer is May 30. Next Visit FM -2 was scheduled for the week of April 21. Because of the audit and the orientation of new finance department personnel, we have postponed FM -2 until the week of May.. 19. We are currently ahead of schedule and the postponement should have minimal impact on our"FM Go Live" date of October 1, 2008. - Human Resources/Payroll Trip 1 (HR -1) is scheduled for the week of May 5. HR -1 will be heavy on payroll system setup, but will likely include a lot of personnel information data entry. Milestones Logos .net Immersion . FM -1 Homework completion Data conversion prep HR -1 FM -2 FM -3 FM -4 FM Testing FM -5 HR -2 FM Go Live HR Go Live Utility Billing (UB) 2/19/08 3/10/08 5/16/08 5/30/08 5/5/08 5/19/08 6/9/08 7/14/08 8/5/08 8/11/08 8/25/08 10/1/08 12/31/08 1/09 Page 69 FRIDAY FAX 03/20/08 From: Peterson, Lynn [mailto:lpeterson@lmc.org] Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2008 4:24 PM To: General legislative Subject: [legislative] March 20, 2008 FridayFax Senate tax bill roll-out next week Now that the first and second committee deadlines have passed, the Legislature will turn its attention to tax and budget issues. During Wednesday morning's Senate Tax Committee, chair Sen. Torn Bakk (DFL -Cook) announced his intention to unveil his initial draft of the second omnibus tax bill sometime next week, likely on Wednesday March 26. This timeline should leave sufficient room for the Senate Tax Committee to debate and mark- up the bill and also for the inevitable conference committee activity that will occur before the end of the session as the Senate and House try to reconcile their differences. In the House Tax Committee, Rep. Paul Marquart (DFL -Dilworth) who is chair of the Property Tax Division, indicated to League staff that he intends to release the initial draft of his property tax article in the near future, which would be processed and sent to the full Tax Committee in early April. While the Senate Tax Committee has been holding regular hearings since the start of session, the House has yielded much of their committee time to the other policy committees whose work needed to be completed by the first two committee deadlines. In both the House and Senate, much of the Tax Committee time has been spent on local bills, many for tax increment finance projects and needed changes. Next Wednesday, March 26, the House Property Tax Division will consider a number of LGA -related bills including bills for the cities of Lilydale, HF 2852, (Hansen, DFL -South St. Paul) and Mendota, HF 2854, (Hansen -South St. Paul); a bill that would modify the need measure used in the local government aid formula, HF 2567, (Scalze-DFL-Little Canada); a bill to change. the small city definition for aid purposes, HF 3510 (Peppin, R -Rogers); the interim LGA reform proposal developed by the city organizations, :HF 3756, (.Marquart, DFL -Dilworth) and a yet -to -be introduced bill to modify the LGA formula developed by the city of Fridley, HFXXXX, (Tillberry, DFL -Fridley). Questions? Contact Jennifer O'Rourke at 651.281.1261 or'ori ourke@lmc. org; or Gary Carlson at 651.281.1255 or gcar1son@1mc.org. House considers bill to reduce tax expenditures In Wednesday morning's House Tax Committee, chair Rep. Ann .Lenczewski. (DFL - Bloomington) presented a recently introduced bill, HF 4103, a bill that contains a number of revenue -raising provisions—not by increasing tax rates but by eliminating tax expenditures. 'Page 70 Tax expenditures are essentially features of the state's tax system that provides preferential tax treatment for certain types of taxpayers or activities. The bill is essentially a strategy to address at least a portion of the state's projected $935 million budget deficit. The proposal would raise an estimated $171 million in revenue in the current biennium by repealing many preferential corporate tax expenditures. Specifically, the proposal would eliminate the state's foreign operating corporation (FOC) tax treatment, repeals tax incentives for research and development work and would discontinue the JOBZ program. Although the bill is designed to increase state revenues, it would also lower the state's corporate tax rate from 9.8% to 8.8%, and eliminates the corporate alternative minimum tax. Chair Lenczewski noted that the bill would level the playing field for businesses by eliminating preferential tax provisions that currently only benefit some businesses and then would also give something back to all businesses by reducing their general corporate tax liability. The Department of Revenue estimates that the bill would generate $171 million for the current biennium and $288 million in the FY 2010-2011 biennium. Questions? Contact Jennifer O'Rourke at 651.281.1261 or jorourke@lmc.org. Business subsidy bill moving forward HF 3602 (Dill, DFL -Crane Lake)/SF 3169 (Bakk, DFL -Cook) is legislation that changes some of the definitions for the business subsidy act in Minn Stat. 1161993-.994. It increases the amount of grant that is not considered a subsidy from state or local government from $25,000 to $200,000, and increases the amount of a loan that is not considered a business subsidy from $75,000_to $200,000. The city's business subsidy policy would still have to cover wages at the $25,000 level, though. The House file passed the House Higher .Education and Workforce Development Committee a few weeks back and awaits action on the House floor. The Senate version passed the Business, Industry and Jobs Committee Thursday and goes to the Tax Committee where it could be included in the omnibus bill that will be put together next week. The bill is brought forward by EDAM (Economic Development Association of Minnesota) and is supported by the League of Minnesota Cities. Questions? Contact Jennifer O'Rourke at 651.281.1261 or /orourke(c Imc.org. LMC Legislative Conference just three weeks away Register today for "Strengthening the Partnership: Legislative Conference for Cities, Counties, Schools, and Townships" to be held April 9-10 in St. Paul. This event is being hosted by the League of Minnesota Cities in conjunction with the Minnesota Association of Townships, the Association of Minnesota Counties, and the Minnesota School Boards Association. Once you have registered, make sure to contact your area school board members, township officials, and county commissioners to encourage their attendance. Effective advocates will prepare a shared set of local priorities and make travel arrangements !Page 71 to carpool to and from St. Paul. To learn more and register, go to www.Imc.org/conf/legconf2008.ct'm. The conference agenda is online at wNvw.Imc.org/pdfs/Conferences/Le ConfO8.pdf Foreclosure impact on Minnesota cities The League recently sent out a request for information on how foreclosures have affected cities and counties. We received more than two dozen responses from cities throughout the state regarding the affects of foreclosures, what cities are currently doing to address foreclosure problems and suggestions for legislative solutions. It appears that regardless of the size or location, cities reported similar concerns and demand on city services. Cities indicated that they are dedicating resources to address issues relating to foreclosures while seeing revenues decline due to delinquent utility payments, property tax payments and declining home values. With the increase in vacant and abandoned properties as a result of mortgage foreclosures, cities are now committing a considerable amount of time monitoring and addressing foreclosed homes. Public works staff are spending more time mowing lawns, shoveling snow and picking up garbage while calls for police and fire service have increased. The purchase and conversion of single family homes into rental properties was also mentioned. These rental properties are frequently not well maintained and the landlords are often difficult to locate. A more detailed article will be included in next week's Bulletin containing the responses the League has received from cities regarding best practices and ongoing concerns regarding foreclosures. Questions? Contact Hue Nguyen at 651.281.1260 or hn ugyeta(1inc. o�° . EMAC clarification bill progresses League -sponsored legislation to protect from liability local government employees who are deployed to an emergency in another state was approved twice in the Senate Judiciaiv Committee on Monday. The Judiciary Committee agenda was packed and it appeared that the bill, SF 3119 authored by Sen. Rick Olseen (DFL -Harris), might not be considered before the second committee deadline. As a result, League staff worked with Sen.Linda Higg,i.ns (DFL -Minneapolis) to successfully amend the language of SF 3119 into a similar bill she was carrying to address the treatment of medical volunteers in interstate emergencies. Later in the committee hearing, Sen. Don Betzold (DFL -Fridley) who has supported the League's legislation, asked the committee chair to bring up the standalone Olseen bill, and the committee promptly approved the bill. The House companion bill, HF 3 156 authored by Rep. Ken Tsclnimper (DFL -La Crescent) is already on the floor for final consideration. Page 72 Questions? Contact Gary Carlson at 651.281.1255 or gearlson@lmc.or . Wine in grocery stores -not on the table The perennial wine in grocery stores legislation (HF 997/SF 889) has not moved at all this legislative session, so the bill is technically dead for the biennium. The idea stalled in the House Commerce Committee in 2007; and the Senate companion committee opted to not hear the bill. There is an omnibus liquor bill, HF 3829(Atkins, DFL -Inver Grove Heights)/SF 3672 (Skogen, DFL -Hewitt) that was put together last week, which will eventually go to the floor for debate, where a wine in grocery stores -type amendment could come. up. Over the years, the League has opposed the idea of expanding sales of wine to grocery stores based on the youth access issue. Additionally, many communities rely on their municipal liquor store revenues to fund important community projects. Questions? Contact Jennifer O'Rourke at 651.281.1261 or iorourke@Vinc. org. Lynn Peterson I Intergovernmental Relations Assistant Tel: (651) 281.1254 1 (800) 925-1122 1 Fax: (651) 215.4113 Ipeterson@lmc.org I www.lmc.org League of Minnesota Cities 145 University Ave. West I St. Paul, MN 55103 Connecting & Innovating since 9993 'Page 73 THE RAN�SPORTAT Highways -Transit -Rail -Waterways •Air HF2800/Chapter 152 ; Funding elements of the bill: • 5 cent increase in gas tax - 2 cents April 1,'2008 - 3 cents on October 1, 2008 3.5 cent surcharge on gas tax for trunk highway bond debt Surcharge rate schedule FY2009 .5 cents FY2010 2.1 cents FY2011 2.5 cents FY2012 3.0 cents FY2013 3.5 cents • $1.8B in trunk highway bonds over 10 years FY2009-FY2018 - $600M ($300M in FY09 and $300M in FY2010) of trunk highway bonds dedicated to new Bridge Account for repair and improvements of state Bridges - $100M in FY2011-2018 - $40M in FY09 for trunk highway interchanges — 50% metro, 50% Greater MN - $4,3M Greater River Road - $24.7M UPA grant match - $23.9M Mankato District Headquarters - $8.6M Chaska Truck Station $2M Maple Grove and Rochester truck station design - $18.1M MnDOT Bldg. • $50M in GO bonds for local bridges and $10M in GO bonds for local roads • Eliminating caps on license tab fees and changing the depreciation schedule. For any vehicle previously registered in Minnesota, the fee does not increase. Dedicating sales tax on leased vehicles to Greater MN transit and local roads starting in FY2010 and fully phased -in by FY2012 50% to Greater MN transit 50% to CSAH fund — to counties in the metropolitan area, excluding the counties of Hennepin and Ramsey so that each county shall receive the percentage that its population bears to the total population. • Providing a $25 tax credit for low-income residents r !Page 74 Authorizing metropolitan area counties to impose a'/4 percent sales tax for transit - Eligible counties include: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott and Washington - Counties whose proportional annual sales tax revenue is less than or equal to 3% are guaranteed to receive at least as much back as the revenue they generated. - Before imposing the tax, an eligible county must declare by resolution of its board to be part of the metropolitan transportation area and enter into a joint powers agreement. - Funding can be used for: capital improvements to transitways, capital costs for park-and-ride facilities, feasibility studies, property acquisition and construction of transitways, and operating assistance for transitways. - A Grant Evaluation and Ranking System (GEARS) Committee shall be formed to provide grants for eligible expenditures • Authorizing counties in Greater MN to levy a sales tax of up to %2 percent for transportation purposes • Increased authorization for MnDOT to spend trunk highway funds in FY08 and FY09 to reflect federal emergency funding related to the 1-3 5W bridge project. • CSAH formula change — new money generated by increased gas tax, license tab fees and increased motor vehicle sales tax distributed under formula based 60% on needs and 40% vehicle registrations. • Prohibits any road authority from charging tolls on existing general purpose lanes. The prohibition does not apply to any toll facility or HOV lane constructed prior to Sept. 1, 2007 or an additional lane including dynamic -priced shoulder lane, or HOT lane added to a highway after Sept. 1, 2007. • Change in the Flexible Highway Account funded with the 5% that comes off the top prior to the 62/29/9 distribution to trunk highway fund, CSAH and MSA. - In FY09 and FY10, 100% of the excess sum from the flexible account shall be spent among counties In the metropolitan area, except cities of the first class. After FY11, 50% of the excess sum will be spent for this purpose. Remaining funds will be used for turnbacks, safety improvements on county highways, municipal highways, streets or town roads and routes of regional significance. • A county regional rail authority may not contribute more than 10% of the capital costs of alight rail transit or commuter rail project and may not contribute any funds to pay the operating and maintenance costs of an LRT or commuter rail project. If a county is contributing to a project on the date of enactment, it may continue to contribute funds. A Transportation Strategic Management and Operations Advisory Task Force is created to advise the governor and legislature on management and operations strategies that will improve efficiency in transportation. The task force shall submit a report by Dec. 15, 2008 to the governor and chairs of the committees with jurisdiction over transportation. ,Page 75 The attached information regarding transportation was provided by Council Member Hewitt. i �HNESp�gyO ry�OF TpPa� Statewide Transportation Plan Update Setting the Context 1-35 W Transportation solutions Alliance March 13, 2008 1!11NNEsor' OverviewR M "e TPP OF ❑ Why Update the Plan? ❑ Setting the Context ■ Highlights: socio-economic, transportation trends ■ Highlights: revenue and cost outlook ■ New Directions: Legislative Audit, HF 2800 ❑ Implications for Plan Direction 42 1 `}µllEyp 9 yD�Q 1L Why update date the Plan? ❑ State statute- requires update every 6 years e Statewide Transportation Plan- completed 2003 ® District Investment Plans- completed 2005 ❑ Federal requirements- content, process to maintain federal funding eligibility ■ Metro Council- requires update every 4 years ❑ New issues & opportunities ® Experience with performance based planning • Stakeholder issues, system "gaps" • Revenue & cost trends is Critical importance of system preservation Schedule & Approach ❑ Stay flexible to accommodate emerging directions ■ March -April 2007 Initial Statewide Outreach- identify issues o June, 2007- Steering Committee met; reconvened Jan, 08 ® Jan -April, 08 : Review key issues, policy options • May -June: Public Outreach ❑ This is what we know ❑ Policy Directions/Options under consideration • July -Nov: Refine Policy Direction ❑ Draft Policy Plan ❑ District Investment Plans ■ Dec -Feb, 09: ❑ Public Outreach ❑ Formal Public Hearings ■ March, 09: Review comments, revisions, recommend Plan J 2 23,000 2% 62,000 6% Minnesota is growing 1% Economic Regions Metroplex North Central Northeast West L__ Central -Southeast 0,000 = Forecasted Population Increase 2005-2030 0%= Perecent of Minnesota's population growth forecasted in Region State Population 2005 5.2 M 2030 6.3 M OOE$o F "OF OF TRPS 4-G 3 L �NNESOJg10 Traffic is Growin�, GF TPP 5 Minnesota Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) Trend and Projections 100 -- - - - - - 90 80 - - —20 year linear trendline - - -� —10 year logarithmic trendline 70 o 60 c 50 40 - 30 - — - - --- 20 — -- ----- — — -- -- — 10 — - -- --- - -- - -- - 0 O Year Source: Minnesota Department of Transportation TDA and ON 4-7 ANN ESOP n S ' C ff [ l f�Pts Increased Construction Costs OAcwal Annual Con.pounOaO Ram .6 �% F—,astetl SFY 2009-2018 95 300 —®fa ecastan Annual G�onn Ram = I%� 1. --se = F �etl Annual G�ovAM1 Rada = 5% fo�ecas[otl Annual GIOVAII Haia � a k —6aa_a, Iz000i 250 1 x d 9 � Actual Sfl' 2000-2008 N Increase = fifl O 200 U � O V i 150 N O � U I _______-_.—_—_—__-. __— __ 50 2000 2001 -2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2006 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 51am Fiscal Y—ISFYI 4-8 Is Challenge: Aging Bridges `NNESOT 90 O 18 Fair 6 Poor Condition Target - 16% b IFS RIP -1 16 O TPP 14 — 20 FT AND OVER 12 2007 11.1% Soo 10 z 8 co = 6 W 600 F 4 -- — --- — 3.1% 2 STATEWIDE 0 Poor Condition Target - 2% Trunk Highway 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Principal Arterial Bridges 65 (Over 20') Structural Condition F 60 N LL Performance Target (Percentage by Area) 75 55.2% +� Good Condition Target - 55% _.-- �' 50 Principal Arterial = 85% 300 1997 199E 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 of TH Bridge Area January 2008 4-9 Challenge: Aging Bridges `NNESOT 90 231 129 Y03 NT e OF TN>� AGE PROFILE TRUNK HIGHWAYS ONLY 20 FT AND OVER 2007 Soo 800 700 co W 600 F 481 599 D K E- 400 N LL 0 300 W m 200 7 Z 100 0 < 1907 1907- 1917- 1927- 1937- 1947- 1957- 1967- 1977- 1987- 1997- 1916 1926 1936 1946 1956 1966 1976 1986 1996 2006 DECADE 4-10 751 711 3,585 STRUCTURES 495 231 129 Y03 2 1 13 5 A �NNESp9y0 a° Challenqe: Maintaininq Pavements 3F�a�PNS� "Good" Ride Quality Index (miles with a RQI greater than 3.0) Statewide Data OTon-Phncipol Ail. 65.8%65.8"30.7^..70.3^ r4.8:. 55.3 �5 Y':,, 60.1 611%59.1 .: 5 4.54.5 547%%54.39. Principal Arterial Target - 70 percent or more Non -Principal Arterial Target = 65 percent or more Challenae: Maintainina Pavements "Poor" Ride Quality Index (miles with a RQI of 2.0 or less) Statewide Data 148. - 13T. Predicted Condition _ v, - - based on the S_+ 12^,,,_ .--.... _....... ._.--... •------ --- ----- --- 2008-2011 STIP --- - i r S • 7. s 6% 1 3" y 2"^ ? I". - fi 4 d- .11 1 i 1998 199) (N10 2W1 200 2M3 ( 0W 2005 0116 2007 20M 2001 010 2011 111, ol.,l An I.Y.1.3" 07 L5 20" 2.6%I27' 2.6% 2.3%.2.6% 3.9-,._.5.0% 6.5:_730". � Nr-Pnncged An 3.5�. 3.5" 2.1)"'. 21 .4% 4.3 . 14) . 4.ri 5.2% 65%- 7.2% 8.3'. 79•: 11.4% Principal Arterial Targel = 'P percent or less Non -Principal Arterial Target = 0 percent or less JJ 1`NiIE$O bef yy0 3_ D� �a�OF THr`NZQ 10 909. Predkl.d Condition based on the 2008-2011 STIP w 7rr,•:. .01". f . .�. 51W... - x 4 41V i T , MY,' - c G z h 2ur,. � � y Z ll R 1Y It D. IIW.m - if OYP 1999 mk9 2n60 200 zao zmw zoos zax 2on7 2058 2609 znloeo ■Pn-plArt 761 76.1'-18U5.763 72,0% 63.6 63.4%.66.8 68.9%.66.3 654 65.7 65.2%-n 6178: OTon-Phncipol Ail. 65.8%65.8"30.7^..70.3^ r4.8:. 55.3 �5 Y':,, 60.1 611%59.1 .: 5 4.54.5 547%%54.39. Principal Arterial Target - 70 percent or more Non -Principal Arterial Target = 65 percent or more Challenae: Maintainina Pavements "Poor" Ride Quality Index (miles with a RQI of 2.0 or less) Statewide Data 148. - 13T. Predicted Condition _ v, - - based on the S_+ 12^,,,_ .--.... _....... ._.--... •------ --- ----- --- 2008-2011 STIP --- - i r S • 7. s 6% 1 3" y 2"^ ? I". - fi 4 d- .11 1 i 1998 199) (N10 2W1 200 2M3 ( 0W 2005 0116 2007 20M 2001 010 2011 111, ol.,l An I.Y.1.3" 07 L5 20" 2.6%I27' 2.6% 2.3%.2.6% 3.9-,._.5.0% 6.5:_730". � Nr-Pnncged An 3.5�. 3.5" 2.1)"'. 21 .4% 4.3 . 14) . 4.ri 5.2% 65%- 7.2% 8.3'. 79•: 11.4% Principal Arterial Targel = 'P percent or less Non -Principal Arterial Target = 0 percent or less JJ 1`NiIE$O bef yy0 3_ D� �a�OF THr`NZQ 10 NN ESpt 9y Challenge: Maintaining Mobility on IRCs Q", 2005 - 2016 Comparison Year 2005 IRC System Speed Performance Year 2016 IRC System Speed Performance Prolecl types 1-610-. C—PI—e .12005 or 2006 cwren0r un0er Con—t- In•d pte02007-2008 STIP An11GP-d through 2016 N N rr rti � rr o Snww% r ♦ � IRC P.nwnsYw .r — M%) 0 IN%) Tow if•I pe•xl � �% �"!� iql lwl p0%1 Vx% >yrn.m.dlne MC MWuiry _. 01 SCP, t.13 Challenge: Metro Congestion % of Miles of Twin City Urban Freeway System Congested 50ti, — - - - Projected Funding 41.5% 40% Scenario w d m c 30'/. V Duhry Metes SllultW%:: - _ED 20Ai: ...-.-. 22 Ye. 23.6% 214% �NNESpT Or.gA� 4-14 N 21.6% 21 io p C 7206%/ � 9" Aggressive Target O U 149% I0.6% • q e 14.094 13 S • m G u 121% Historical Data' ^ e - a` N • O O O T Os O O •- r N N N O N N N :tou2e- 0.e¢rnai isanspartalm kana;egent Lellb �NNESpT Or.gA� 4-14 N Challenge: Reducing Fatalities Challenge: Reducing CO2 Emission Sources of Carbon Dioxide (2004) Source MPCA. 2007 Report to the Legislature ulture IM i TRANSPORTATION FUNDING SOURCES STATE FEDERAL Motor Fuel Motor Vehicle Formula High Priority Tax Vehicle IRegistratio Funtls Projects) Sales Tax Fees Discretionary MNDOT Area IN Local Highway User Tax Admin Setesld Transportation projects Projects Distribution Fund and Dist. C Partnership (5% Flexible Fund) MnIDOT •Transit Capllal Munldpal projects •Enhancements State -Aid .Local Road 8 Britlge 9% State Trunk County Hf hwa Fund State -Aid Operation, 29% Maintenance, State Read Public Safety, Construction 62% Debt Service 18 NESpq Highway Funding Trend Factors y 24 1990-2007 ❑ 1990-2000, High growth in Revenues o High employment levels, high incomes ■ Booming housing economy, easy credit ® Low fuel prices (0.5% growth per year) ■ Increased population (1.2% per year) m Increased VMT (2.7% per year) ❑ 2000-2007: Low Growth in Revenues ® Change in Tab Fee Tax structure m Less stable economy m Increasing fuel prices e Unstable housing market ® Slower population growth rate (0.8% per year) • Slower growth in VMT (1.6%) L ir so State Revenue Outlook 2009-28 for Long Range a Planning Purposes (prior to new legislation) ❑ Gas Tax Forecast: 2009-2028 (1.6% pa); Modest G rowth r 1990-2000 (2.9% pa); High Growth s 2000-2007 (0.9% pa); Low to Negative Growth ❑ MVST Revenue Forecast: 2009-2028 (1.6% pa) Low G rowth a 1990-2000: (6.8% pa); Very High Growth a 2000-2007: (-0.2%); Little to Negative Growth in Revenues ❑ TAB Fee Revenues Forecast: 2009-2028 (1.6% pa) Low Growth ■ 1990-2000 Very High Growth (5.4% pa 0 2000-2007 (1.6% pa) Low to Negative growth in Revenues 10 ,NNESOS "(0, Federal Funding Outlook 0FTR History: 1990-2007: Growth in Federal Funding (4.6% pa) ■ Increased Funding levels for last three Federal Transportation Bills ■ FY05, Federal Highway Trust Fund (FHTF) had a surplus of $10.6 billion ■ Significant increase in funding levels under SAFETEA-LU, running down the FHTF Forecast: 2009-2028 Formula funding continues at current level, modest growth 2016 onward (1.6% pa) ■ FY09, FHTF is expected to be at -$4.3 billion ■ Options available to fund the shortfall temporarily ❑ Federal Gas Tax or General Fund contribution ❑ Reductions in discretionary programs ■ Assume that the formula funding program will continue to be funded at current levels until 2015; then growth based equivalent to the growth in gas tax revenues ®NNESpTgy Challenge: Rising Construction CostsFr.P Mn/DOT Construction Cost Index: 1990-2028 —MN Construction Cost Index, Historical, 500 1 1990=100 450 • Mn/DOT Construction Cost Inflation Index Forecast: 1990=100 400- 00350300 350- 300 x. 250 1990-2008: Total 117%, Annual .S 4.41%, Forecasted 200 1 2009-2028: Total 97%, Annual 3.6% 150 ; .1990-2000 Total 29%, Annual2.6% 2000-2008: 1001 Total 68%, Annu.7% al al 6. 50 , - — ,T- 1 -r- ,-,--,- -,--•- 1990 1993 1996 1999 2002 2005 2008 2011 --,--r-rT,T-----T—T 2014 2017 2020 2023 2026 11 P ESo11 Minnesota Highway User Distribution Fund and Highway Federal Aid,; "s and the Impact of Construction Cost Increases 300000 Aclual Revenue Projected Revenue Data 2500.00 1 2000.00 Federal Aid o 150000 MVST g ZOOM Tab Fee 1 50000 =, Total Revenue Adjusted for Inflation, 1990=100 a Gas Tax 000 Stale Fiscal Year c• � ry �, N n N N N N N -23 January Outlook: State Road Construction Anticipated Annual Funding Planning Period 2012-18 2019-28 State TH Fund $871-966 M $982 -1139 M 36% to SRC 297-346 352- 408 Federal Aid 68% to Mn/DOT 339-355 361 - 416 Total Annual SRC (approx) $635-700 M $715 - 825 M 12 Setting the Context New Directions: Legislative Audit HF 2800 Funding January Outlook: System Preservation Preliminary Annual Investment Requirements Planning Period 2012-18 2019-28 Pavement 400-450 600-650 Bridge 120-135 190-205 Bridge- Major River Crossings 112 52 Other Infrastructure 35-55 45-75 (signs, signals, drainage, etc) Total $667-752 $897-982 Projected Annual SRC Revenues $635-700 $715-825 (Millions, Year of Construction $) aJ 13 11 E Legislative Auditor: SOF TPP TH Preservation Needs ❑ To meet its "preservation first" commitment, virtually all trunk highway construction funds will need to be directed to preservation projects ❑ Mn/DOT should present to the Legislature the implications of current financial projections ® Feb 4,7 Legislative staff, Senate Transp Comm ® Feb 19, 22 Legislative Auditor presented L - F Legislative Auditor: oFT�aB Investment Management ❑ Weaknesses to be addressed ■ Spending not aligned with "preservation first" ® Process ❑ Poor scoping and cost estimating ❑ Spending not aligned with "preservation first" ❑ Committing to more projects than can be realistically delivered ❑ Recommendations r Ensure that projects slated for the trunk highway construction program (1) align with the department's priorities and (2) can realistically be delivered within project funding ■ Adopt financial management policies on use of debt financing Ell a ,N"Eso1 HF 2800 TH Construction�(� Funding "0 Paz $1.7 B TH Bonds $.05 Gas Tax Increase; $.035 Gas Tax surcharge; TAB Fee Increases FY 09 $417 M Bonds 300- Bridges (Tier program- Fracture Critical, Structurally Deficient Bridges- rehab or replace all by 2018) 40- Interchanges (50/50 Metro/GM) 77- other (up to $71 M program delivery) FY 10 $500 M Bonds 300- Bridges (Tier program) 200- Other (up to $85 M program delivery) FY 11-18 $100 M Bonds- unrestricted (up to $17 M program delivery) Advantages for Transit- $50M- any years D7 IRC- TBD Note: FY 09/10 Bonds may be encumbered through FY 13/14 Update: Preservation Needs Revenue Outlook & mp�°N"E�rgyQ ¢ prelimina 3/5/08 ry `�F TPP��� subject to change ❑ Preservation Needs: 2012-18 ■ Pavement $3.080 B ■ Bridge .875 ■ Major River Crossings .838 ■ Other Infrastructure .280 Total Preservation Needs $ 5.073 B ❑ Total Available SRC Revenues: 2012-18 ■ Revised Base Forecast (.6% annual growth) $4.6 ■ Bonds (-$100M proj del) 1.6 ■ Available New Revenues (after debt service) (50% to SRC) 0.24 Total Revenues $ 6.44 B ❑ Available for Non -Preservation Needs ■ 2012-18 $ 1.37 B ■ Annual (7 Years) $200 Million per year 4-30 1 15 D �,�NNESO�92g0 OF mPN Implications for Plan Direction ^`NNESGI What is the Vision for Transportation in Minnesota? 16 Option 1: Maintain current Vision, Investment Priorities ❑ Vision- Meet Performance Targets $3713 (2008-2030) ■ Preserve the Pavement, Bridges ■ Reduce Fatalities ■ Reduce Congestion ■ Improve IRC's ❑ Fiscally Constrained Plan 14.5 ❑ Funding Gap ■ #1 B/year 23 4-33 NNESO �q. yyVO O Option 2: Expand the Vision OFTPP� ❑ Address all Stakeholder identified multi -modal "needs" ❑ Highways- some examples ■ Upgrade IRC's to freeways, 4 lane expressways ■ Significantly expand Metro Freeways, Principal Arterials to handle future SOV traffic ■ Expand the 10 ton road system (primarily local roads ■ Add capacity, access to support local development ■ Add capacity, revise geometrics for trucks ❑ Transit ■ Significantly expand Metro and GR MN Transit with commuter rail, LRT ❑ Freight ■ Develop plans for state support of upgraded ports, railroads, and inter -modal facilities 17 n a�r�nEso gryo Option 3: Strategically Realign nF� the Vision �roF.wPa� ❑ Principles s Focus on multi -modal investments that preserve the existing system, improve safety and optimize use of existing capacity. ■ Stretch every available $ to maximize, accelerate, distribute benefits to people and freight throughout state and metro areas ❑ Investment Priorities and Strategies for Available Funding 1 Infrastructure preservation (bridges, pavement, storm sewers, signs, etc) 2. Efficient, effective operations (snow & ice, signal re -timing, ITS, etc) s. Low cost, system wide improvements for safety t-ua ba, -s —'bil stops, pave—'! markings, etc) a. Low cost, system wide capacity optimization improvements for mobility (lane adds within existing dwshoulder conversions. HUT lanes etc) 5. Selective capacity expansions in all modes where strategic, cost effective & low cost alternative not available (LRT/Express Bus highway expansion Shon fine rail upgrades., etc) - 6 Partnership investments to support access for local community development pnterchanges, intersection improvements) a µNE5p79y0 Other States Facing Same(Pe Trends, Issues, Challenges ❑ Ohio "construction costs up 41 % over 4 years, revenues flat..." ❑ Colorado "need to make tough choices; stretch every dollar..." ❑ Alaska "funding streams aren't flowing like they once did and a dollar can't buy what it used to ... time for some creative planning and well -considered changes..." ❑ Alabama "challenge is how to ... balance ever changing needs in an environment of perpetually scarce funding..." ❑ Washington "Even after the recent significant (revenue increases) this plan projects an estimated $38 B shortfall in meeting the identified $67 B need (2005 dollars) "The core principle of the investment guidelines is that the existing system cannot be allowed to deteriorate.... Next Steps ❑ Steering Committee reviewing trends, issues, options in each policy area ❑ Factor in new direction from Administration, Legislature ❑ May/June- Share trends and outlooks with key stakeholders, policy makers, legislature ❑ Move towards draft plan end of 2008 µNESOT OF TPPµ 4-99 W For additional information, contact Peggy Reichert Director, Statewide Planning Office of Investment Management Mn/DOT 651-366-3778 peggy.reichert@dot.state.mn.us 20 Results Against Goals in 2007 Work Plan t'AM l '1' Goal As of December 31, 2007 Employers/Multi-Tenant Properties Commuter fairs with employers and multi- 140 225 tenant properties Bike -to -work clinics 10 10 Companies with preferential pool parking na 13 Free bike rack program for employers na 8 installed Companies promoting Commuter Challenge 135 148 Commuter surveys na 5 (ResDirect, Fargo Electronics/Welsh Companies, United Properties/C.H. Robinson Worldwide, OttoBock Healthcare, Nonnandale Community College) TDM plans na 5 (Productivity Inc., United Health Group, McGough, Trillium Woods, Select Comfort) Employer seminars 4 13 Commute Benefit Coordinators at large 160 349 companies Companies with Best Workplace for na 4 (Best Buy, Quality Bicycle Products, Commuters designation Starkey, Ceridian) New employers enrolled in Transitworks! na 3 (IKEA, SRF Consulting, Classics Market) discounted transit pass sales to employees Displays with bus schedules, rideshare and na 59 bicycle commuting information to employers Commuter Ridematches 1,000 1,432 Rideshare to work week participants na 273 New van oolers 25 40 New carpoolers 225 850 (188 NuRide, 354 registered carpools, 212 Commuter Challenge, 96 non -Challenge) New bus riders 250 445 (27 HealthPartners, 147 Normandale Community College, 50 Best Buy, 2 Minnesota School of Business, 99 Commuter Challenge, 120 non -Commuter Challenge) New bicycle commuters 500 973 (593 from Commuter Challenge, 293 Bike2Benefits, 87 non -Commuter Challenge) Commuter Challenge pledges 2000 2695 Total Single Occupant Vehicle conversions 1,000 1,843 (904 from Commuter Challenge, 1,364 non -Challenge — 425 as each carpool reduces one vehicle) 15.9 million vehicle miles NOT driven in 2007 due to 494 Commuter Services outreach and results Regional Commuter Choice Award na 17 nominations, 6 winners Nominations/Winners Mailings to employers na 1,500 after 1-35W bridge collapse 1,000 Commuter Challenge campaign 293 Crosstown/I-35W reconstruction L 00 cn v O •� L Q. 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Board Why PA study was needed • Study commitment made in 2030 TPP (adop(ed2004) — Identify highway system needs based on 2030 growth — Functional classification change requests • Input for TPP 2008 update • Input for MnDOT's Statewide and Metro Plan Updates Focus of theme analysis Analyzed impacts on: • Location and extent of congestion • System -wide speed • Safety • Cost How PA work was done • Joint MnDOT/Metropolitan Council study • Metropolitan Council and MnDOT staff • Consultants help to define low cost / high benefit projects • TAB appointed Policy Task Force • TAC appointed Technical Task Force representatives Analyzed Twelve "Themes" • Themes included broad types of highway system investments, i.e. converting all expressways to freeways, adding a lane on all congested highways, etc.. • Themes applied to specific geographic areas, i.e. adding capacity only outside 1-694/494 ring • Regional travel forecast model used extensively Theme analysis conclusions • There is no silver bullet • Some themes did exhibit more positive performance than others • Effecting system -wide performance, requires investments that greatly exceed projected budget 1 Narrowed to four approaches 1. Adopted 2030 TPP highway projects 2. Low cost/high benefit projects 3. System of priced lanes 4. Highway investments to "fix" congestion Comparison of approaches Approach 2: Low-Cost/High-Benefit Low cost / Priced TPP projects high benefit system Fix congestion Specific large Widely disbursed. Select lanes Region -wide distribution projects low cost projects provide of major investments hours of flow congest on free lin mlttton:j delay alternative period speeds Geographically Assumed/requins Concentrated Significant benefit to Focused due to design exceptions investments Minor Arterial System limited resources 40 mph in AM create a system due to shift of traffic responding to TH 100 _congestion 1,063,500 14,450 45 mph in AM Significant Design assumes No lane 'lake Environmental and a congestion fix avrays' Cultural Impacts $208 $1.7 B $8.0 B $43.0 B "W Approach 3: Priced system °rw Approach 2: Low-Cost/High-Benefit Project examples Daily peak Reduction period in annual vehicle Project cost hours of flow Increase in peak lin mlttton:j delay increase period speeds I-394 $2.6 87,000 4,650 30 mph in PM I-94' $10.5 139,500 3,200 40 mph in AM 25 mph in PM TH 100 $7.1 1,063,500 14,450 45 mph in AM 30 mph in PM "W Approach 3: Priced system °rw Daily peak Reduction period in annual vehicle Project cost hours of flow Increase in peak lin mlttton:j delay increase period speeds I-394 $2.6 87,000 4,650 30 mph in PM I-94' $10.5 139,500 3,200 40 mph in AM 25 mph in PM TH 100 $7.1 1,063,500 14,450 45 mph in AM 30 mph in PM "W Approach 3: Priced system °rw Conclusions • Benefits concentrated in a few locations • Building general purpose lanes does not change travel behavior • Difficult to control scope or cost on large projects — buying municipal consent is expensive • Providing alternatives to congestion may be affordable Proposed system options • Option 1: Fiscally Constrained Plan • Option 2: Alternatives to Congestion — Limited Additional Resources • Option 3: Alternatives to Congestion — Enhanced Additional Resources Conclusions • Cannot afford traditional major highway projects to fix region wide congestion • 2004 TPP had $2 B+ for expansion; cost to "fix" congestion would be 20 times this amount • No money left for other good, smaller projects MnDOT Fiscal Analysis • Preservation needs have increased • Preservation and expansion project costs have increased • Revenues have not kept pace with inflation • TPP is no longer in fiscal balance Option 1: is Fiscally Constrained Plan • Live within our Major expansion means: existing and projects put on hold; reasonably expected rescoped to identify resources low-cost/high-benefit • Focus on preservation preservation and safety needs requirements "Extra" revenue • Safety projects dedicated to low cost/high benefit are maintained projects 'C] n 2: Alternatives to Limited Additional Resources • Assume fiscally constrained investments are made • Dynamically priced, multi -modal shoulders with increased bus service • Bus only shoulders with increased bus service Option 3: Alternatives to Low cost / high benefit projects aimed at congestion mitigation and safety • Low cost / high benefit projects to address expansion corridor needs Y.� 11r:�nyollun C.aui�cll Enhanced resources • Assume fiscally Low cost/high benefit constrained projects aimed at investements are congestion mitigation and made safety • New multi -modal, Low cost/high benefit priced lanes with transit facilities projects to address and BRT service expansion corridor needs • Select priced -lane Select major highway to priced -lane projects to 'optimize" interchanges system performance ;y BIetropo3IM CiO 01lAl �t 4 Principal Arterial Study: Highway System Options Option 2 cont: Alternatives to »- Congestion r Limited Additional Resources • Assumed additional resources beyond preservation : $2.0 B, 2009 to 2030; • Assumed resources allocation to system operations: $700 M • Raising Limited Additional Resources would require: — Fifteen cent gas tax (current metro share at 43%) or, — Nine cent gas tax with vehicle registration tax change (as proposed previously) Option 3 cont: Enhanced Additional Resources • Assumed additional resources beyond preservation: $4.0 B 2009 to 2030 • Assumes resources allocated to system operations: $1.0 B • Raising Enhanced Additional Resources would require.- - equire:— 28 cent gas tax (current metro share at 43%) or, — 22 cent gas tax with vehicle registration tax change (as previously proposed) El THE Z RANSPORTATION ALLIANCE Highways -Transit Rail -Waterways -Air HF2800/Chapter 152 Funding elements of the bill: • 5 cent increase in gas tax - 2 cents April 1, 2008 - 3 cents on October 1, 2008 3.5 cent surcharge on gas tax for trunk highway bond debt Surcharge rate schedule FY2009 .5 cents FY2010 2.1 cents FY2011 2.5 cents FY2012 3.0 cents FY2013 3.5 cents $1.8B in trunk highway bonds over 10 years FY2009-FY2018 - $604M ($300M in FY09 and $300M in FY2010) of trunk highway bonds dedicated to new Bridge Account for repair and improvements of state Bridges - $ l OOM in FY2011-2018 - $40M in FY09 for trunk highway interchanges — 50% metro, 50% Greater MN - $4,3M Greater River Road - $24.7M UPA grant match - $23.9M Mankato District Headquarters - $8.6M Chaska Truck Station - $2M Maple Grove and Rochester truck station design - $18.1M MnDOT Bldg. • $50M in GO bonds for local bridges and $10M in GO bonds for local roads • Eliminating caps on license tab fees and changing the depreciation schedule. For any vehicle previously registered in Mimiesota, the fee does not increase. Dedicating sales tax on leased vehicles to Greater MN transit and local roads starting in FY2010 and fully phased -in by FY2012 50% to Greater MN transit 50% to CSAH fund — to counties in the metropolitan area, excluding the counties of Hennepin and Ramsey so that each county shall receive the percentage that its population bears to the total population. 0 Providing a $25 tax credit for low-income residents • Authorizing metropolitan area counties to impose a '/4 percent sales tax for transit - Eligible counties include: Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott and Washington - Counties whose proportional annual sales tax revenue is less than or equal to 3% are guaranteed to receive at least as much back as the revenue they generated. - Before imposing the tax, an eligible county must declare by resolution of its board to be part of the metropolitan transportation area and enter into a joint powers agreement. - Funding can be used for: capital improvements to transitways, capital costs for park-and-ride facilities, feasibility studies, property acquisition and construction of transitways, and operating assistance for transitways. - A Grant Evaluation and Ranking System (GEARS) Committee shall be formed to provide grants for eligible expenditures • Authorizing counties in Greater MN to levy a sales tax of up to 1/2 percent for transportation purposes • Increased authorization for MnDOT to spend trunk highway funds in FY08 and FY09 to reflect federal emergency funding related to the I -35W bridge project. • CSAH formula change — new money generated by increased gas tax, license tab fees and increased motor vehicle sales tax distributed under formula based 60% on needs and 40% vehicle registrations. • Prohibits any road authority from charging tolls on existing general purpose lanes. The prohibition does not apply to any toll facility or HOV lane constructed prior to Sept. 1, 2007 or an additional lane including dynamic -priced shoulder lane, or HOT lane added to a highway after Sept. 1, 2007. • Change in the Flexible Highway Account funded with the 5% that comes off the top prior to the 62/29/9 distribution to trunk highway fund, CSAR and MSA. - In FY09 and FYI 0, 100% of the excess sum from the flexible account shall be spent among counties In the metropolitan area, except cities of the first class. After FYI 1, 50% of the excess sum will be spent for this purpose. Remaining funds will be used for turnbacks, safety improvements on county highways, municipal highways, streets or town roads and routes of regional significance. • A county regional rail authority may not contribute more than 10% of the capital costs of a light rail transit or commuter rail project and may not contribute any funds to pay the operating and maintenance costs of an LRT or commuter rail project. If a county is contributing to a project on the date of enactment, it may continue to contribute funds. • A Transportation Strategic Management and Operations Advisory Task Force is created to advise the governor and legislature on management and operations strategies that will improve efficiency in transportation. The task force shall submit a report by Dec. 15, 2008 to the governor and chairs of the committees with jurisdiction over transportation. O N O O O -0�0-- O O O o C0 o r-+ N rN-� L� Ln m r -a rn N N l� H X fL$ fLi O 0 0 O O O O rl :)� 00 m N ri m M CD 00 di 00 O cC O W r- m r a� o� 00 \ ,-i N Lr al� 00 N 00 (7� L17 r- r-� N N LI) r1 N 00 4.1 H O 4� 0 v +� v •� o O v O U O V m U +� bJD O W TIMELINE: 0.25% METRO SALES TAX IMPLEMENTATION O tion 1: Action: Date: JPB Formation 4/1/08 (At latest) Collection of tax begins 7/1/08 First reporting to DOR 8/20/08 First payment to counties 9/10/08 Option 2: Action: Date: JPB Formation 7/1/08 (At latest) Collection of tax begins 10/1/08 First reporting to DOR 11/20/08 First payment to counties 12/10/08 NOTE on reporting requirements and DOR remittal: Filers with liabilities less than $1,500 per quarter can file quarterly; all other filers are required to file monthly sales tax returns. Therefore, the vast majority of sales tax proceeds will be reported and remitted monthly. This reporting will take place on the 20th of the next calendar month following the imposition of the tax. For example, if the tax is imposed effective October 1, 2008, most businesses will first report these receipts on November 20, 2008. The Department of Revenue estimates that remittal of the tax proceeds will be paid out on the 10th of the month following reporting. SCRFA March 3, 2008 POSSIBLE SCENARIOS: 0.25% Metro Sales Tax Implementation Revenue Estimates, February 2008 Forecast County Share FY 2009' FY 2010 FY 2011 Anoka 8.05% Carver 1.61% Dakota 12.25% Hennepin 52.57% Ramsey 17.37% Scott 2.93% Washington 5.22% TOTAL (all counties) 100.00% 63,963 112,400 116,000 FY 2009 reflects seven months of tax revenue to counties Scenario 1: Anoka, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington - all in JPB by July 1, 2008. County FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 Anoka 5,149 9,048 9,338 Dakota 7,835 13,769 14,210 Hennepin 33,625 59,089 60,981 Ramsey 11,110 19,524 20,149 Washington 3,339 5,867 6,055 TOTAL 61,059 107,297 110,734 Scenario 2: Hennepin & Ramsey in by 7/1/08; Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Scott & Washington in by 1/1/09. County FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 Anoka 1,471 9,048 9,338 Carver 294 1,810 1,868 Dakota 2,239 13,769 14,210 Hennepin 33,625 59,089 60,981 Ramsey 11,110 19,524 20,149 Scott 535 3,293 3,399 Washington 954 5,867 6,055 TOTAL 50,229 112,400 116,000 SCRFA March 3, 2008