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JULY 14, 1994
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS ....
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR JULY:
JULY 18 7:00 P.M.
JULY 25 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
2. 26TH AVENUE IMPROVEMENT - PUBLIC INFORMATION MEETING --
TUESDAY, JULY 19, 7:00 P.M., CITY CENTER LUNCH ROOM. Meeting notice
attached. (M-2)
3. PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT -- WEDNESDAY, JULY 20,
7:00 P.M., COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM.
4. HRA -- THURSDAY, JULY 21, 7:00 P.M., COUNCIL CHAMBERS. Agenda attached.
(M-4)
5. METRO MEETINGS -- The weekly calendar of meetings for the Metropolitan Council
and its advisory commission is attached. (M-5)
6. MEETING CALENDARS - City Council and City Center calendars are attached. (M-6)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO `
July 14, 1994
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1. MINUTES & AGENDAS:
a. Plymouth Human Rights Commission, July 6, 1994. (I -la)
b. School District 284, July 11, 1994 Board of Education agenda. (I -lb)
c. School District 279, Board of Education; June 21, 1994. (I -lc)
d. Planning Commission, June 22, 1994. (I-ld)
2. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
a. Fire Department Activity Reports, 6/17 - 6/23, and 6/24 - 6/30. (I -2a)
b. Project Status Report. (I -2b)
c. Weekly Building Permit Report for Commercial/Industrial/Public and Use Types. (I -
2c)
3. NEWSLETTERS, PUBLICATIONS, ETC.:
a. Update, Metropolitan Council Regional Blueprint report, July, 1994. (I -3a)
b. City news release on National Night Out activities. (I -3b)
4. BASSETT CREEK WATER MANAGEMENT COMMISSION -- Attached is the
introductory section of the Commission's 1993 Annual Report. The full report is
available for review in the Manager's office. (M-4)
5. MEMOS & CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter from Carol Girtz, 2735 Nathan Lane, with regard to traffic concerns at 28th
and Nathan Lane. Responses to Mrs. Girtz from Councilmember Granath and Craig
Gerdes are attached. (I -5a)
b. Letter from Katherine A Mattes, to Mayor Tierney, regarding weed and grass cutting
maintenance of city -owned properties. (I -5b)
c. Letter from Steven Chase, 11901 23rd Avenue North, to Mayor Tierney, regarding
concerns with the proposed West Medicine Lake Park. A response to Mr. Chase
from Eric Blank is also attached. (I -5c)
d. Letter from Teresa Boser with regard to a parking ticket violation at Parkers Lake
Park. A response to Ms. Boser from Craig Gerdes is also attached. (I -5d)
e Letter from Annamarie Lee, 1105 West Medicine Lake Drive, regarding the
proposed reguiding of 14.1 acres on West Medicine Lake Drive from LA -3 to LA -4
(Burgundy Village). (I -5e)
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f. Letter from Marilyn Carlson Nelson, Carlson Companies, inviting Mayor Tierney to
a luncheon on July 7 in honor of Curt Carlson's 80th Birthday. A letter to Mr.
Carlson from Mayor Tierney is also attached. (I -5f)
g. News release from Northwest Community Television on the changes to community
cable channels effective July 11. (I -5g)
h. Memo from Bob Pemberton regarding Mr. Frank Manaro's complaint on the City's
process of awarding the Towing and Impounding contract. (I -5h)
Dwight Johnson
City Manager
June 30, 1994CITY OF
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SUBJECT: PROPOSED PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
26TH AVENUE FROM KI"MER LANE TO MEDICINE RIDGE ROAD
CITY PROJECT NO. 601
Dear Property Owner:
The Plymouth City Council held a public hearing along with two additional information meetings on
Proposed improvement to 26th Avenue from Kilmer Lane to Medicine Ridge Road in 1993. The
City Council has not made a decision on whether to proceed with the construction of improvements
to the roadway or drop consideration to any improvements.
Included with this letter is a notice of a new public hearing that the City Council has established for
July 25 at 7:00 p.m. to consider the project. The public hearing will be held at a special Council
meeting which begins at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at the City Center Building, 3400
Plymouth Boulevard. This public hearing is required by law since benefited properties are proposed
to be assessed for a portion of the cost to improve the street. Prior to the official public hearing,
you are invited to an informational meeting which will be conducted by City staff on the proposed
project. This informational meeting will be held on July 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Center
Building. A few days prior to the meeting on July 19 we will be having the consulting engineer
place stakes along the street to show the proposed location of the improved road and also the
pedestrian sidewalk/trail. In addition to the property owners along the street, City Councilmembers
are being invited to the July 19th meeting.
The project as proposed at this time is as follows:
1. The street width would be 32 foot wide with concrete curb and gutter.
2. A trail/sidewalk eight foot wide would be constructed along the south
boulevard.
3. A standard 90 degree intersection would be, used for the intersection of
Medicine Ridge Road.
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4. Special assessments for the project would be in accordance with the City's
street reconstruction policy. Properties that receive driveway access to 26th
Avenue would have an estimated assessment at a rate of $45.64 per foot of
frontage along the street. Properties that do not use the street for access would
have an estimated assessment for concrete curb and gutter of $7.76 per front
foot.
If you have any questions previous to the information meeting on July 19 or Ire unable to attend
either meeting,. please do not hesitate to contact Dan Faulkner, City Engineer (550-5071) or myself
(550-5080). Also, please feel free to submit written comments to me previous to either meeting.
All written comments received by July 20 will be included in the staff report to the City Council for
the public hearing.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
enclosure
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON IMPROVEMENT
26TH AVENUE IMPROVEMENTS
CITY PROJECT NO, 601
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN:
Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota will meet in the
City Council Chambers, Plymouth City Center, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, at 7:00 p.m.,
Monday, July 25, 1994 to consider the improvement of 26th Avenue from State Highways 169 to
Medicine Ridge Road by the installation of a 32 foot wide bituminous street with concrete curb
and gutter, storm sewer, 8 foot wide bituminous trail and all necessary appurtenances pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes, Section 429.011 to 429.111 (Laws 1953, Chapter 398, as amended).
The area proposed to be assessed for such improvement is the following:
PLAT NAME
Medicine Lake Park
Third Division
Klausman's Addition
Medicine Lake Park
Third Division
Rearrangement in Medicine
Lake Park Third Division
SEC TWP RNG Q Q SUFFIX
24 118 22 43 0036 thru 0039,
0047 thru 0053
24 118 22 44 0029, 0030, 0032
thru 0036
25 118 22 11 0018
25 118 22 11 0053
25 118 22 12 0006, 0007, 0016
and 0017
The estimated cost of such improvement is $416,631. Such persons as desire to be heard with
reference to the above proposed improvement will be heard at this meeting.
L
Laurie Ahrens
City Clerk
DATED: June 23, 1994
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of June 16, 1994 Minutes
3. Public Meeting to Discuss Housing Programs for Low/Very Low Income
Households
4. Senior Housing Project Update
a. Construction
b. Lease -up
C. Payments in Lieu of Taxes
5. Information Items
a. Letter from HUD on Expenditure of CDBG Funds
b. Letter from former Section 8 client
6. Other Business
7. Adjournment
(hra0721)
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METRO MEETINGS
A weekly calendar of meetings and agenda items for the Metropolitan Council, its advisory and
standing committees, and four regional commissions: Metropolitan Airports Commission,
Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission, Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission, and
Regional Transit Board. Meeting times and agendas are occasionally changed. Questions about
meetings should be directed to the appropriate organization.
DATE. July 8, 1994
WEEK OF: July 11 - July 15, 1994
METROPOLITAN COUNCEL
Community Development Committee - Monday, July 11, 12 Noon, Room 1A. The committee will
consider: the Minnesota Housing Finance Agency Deferred Loan Program request for additional
funding; a change in the Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission meeting dates; 1994-95
Regional Parks CIP and Work Program for the Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources;
memorandum of agreement with the University of Minnesota: Twin Cities Industry Cluster
Project; an overview of public Regional Blueprint comments and proposed responses; first phase
Geographic Information System proposal, including approach to land availability questions;
information on the committee's Blueprint work sessions and special meetings; and other business.
Housing and Redevelopment Authority Advisory Committee - Wednesday, July 13, 930 a.m.,
Room 1A. After an introduction to the new Regional Administrator, Jim Solem, the committee
will consider: homeownership counseling; the housing policy work; Section 8 housing voucher
program payment standards; the Mental Health Resources, Inc. Shelter Plau Care Program; the
Gautreaux Assisted Housing Program; and a chair's report on housing quality standards.
Transportation Committee - Wednesday, July 13, 4 p.m.; Room 2A. The committee will
consider final right-of-way acquisition loan fund application from Chaska regarding protective buy
of Chaska Investment Limited Partnership property; the 1994 FAA grant acceptance; and other
business. The committee will also receive information on the: Metro Mobility progress report, the
opt -out systems presentation; the Travel Behavior Inventory report; and transportation mega
projects.
PUBLIC HEARING: On Proposed Changes to the Aviation Chapter of the Metropolitan
Development Guide as part of the Transportation Committee meeting: Wednesday, July 13, 430
p.m., Room 2A.
Environment Committee - Wednesday, July 13, 4 p.m., Chambers. The committee will consider
the capital improvement program -alternative scenarios and other business.
Special Community Development Blueprint Work Session and Meeting - Thursday, July 14, 12
noon, Room 1A.
Metropolitan Council - Thursday, July 14, 4 p.m., Chambers. The council will consider: a
consultation with Eden Prairie regarding natural areas acquisition of 226 acres; Inver Grove
Heights plan amendments for Aspen Properties MUSA expansion and land -use change and Kurtz
(Boulder Crest) MUSA expansion and land -use change; the Twin Cities Water Quality Initiative
grant application review process; the Twin Cities Water Quality Initiative eligibility of
M-5
Metropolitan Waste Control Commission -sponsored project; the pre-treatment involvement by the
Metropolitan Council in a United States/Russia Federation partnership; 1995 Federal Aviation
Administration planning grant application; consultant contract approvals for 1994 airport planning
activities; a 1994 Federal Aviation Administration planning grant acceptance; additional
appointments to standing committees and other business.
TENTATIVE MEETINGS THE WEEK OF JULY 18 - JULY 22, 1994
Chair's Informal Breakfast Meeting with Council Members - Tuesday, July 19, 8 am., location to
be determined.
Special Community Development Blueprint Work Session and Meeting -,Tuesday, July 19, 12:00
(noon), Room 1A.
Minority Issues Advisory Committee - Tuesday, July 19, 4 p.m., Chambers.
Chair's Small Group Meeting With Council Members - 730 a.m., Sheraton Park Place, Dover
Restaurant, 1500 Park Place Blvd., St. Louis Park.
Transportation Advisory Board - Wednesday, July 20, 3 p.m., Chambers.
Public Hearing: To Hear Public Comments on the "Draft" 1995-97 Transportation Improvement
Program - Wednesday, July 20, 4 p.m., Chambers.
Environment Committee - Wednesday, July 20, 4 p.m., Room 1A.
Finance Committee - Thursday, July 21, time and location to be determined.
Chair's Small Group Meeting With Council Members - Friday, July 22, 730 am., Sheraton
Minneapolis Metrodome, 1330 Industrial Blvd. at 35W North, Minneapolis.
The Metropolitan Council is located at Mears Park Centre, 230 E. Fifth St., St. Paul. Meeting
times and agenda are subject to change. For more information or confirmation of meetings, call
291-6447, (TDD 291-0904).
METROPOLITAN PARKS AND OPEN SPACE CONBUSSION
Commission Meeting and Parks Tour - Tuesday, July 12, Meeting 4 p.m., Council Chambers;
Parks Tour, 4:15 p.m., Mears Park Centre, 5th and Wacouta. The commission will consider the
$200,000 North Mississippi Regional Park acquisition grant to the Suburban Hennepin Regional
Park District and other business. Tour participants including Parks Commission members,
Metropolitan Council members, state legislators, and park agency staff will tour the following
parks: Minnehaha Regional Park in Minneapolis; Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park in
Minneapolis; North Mississippi Regional Park in Minneapolis and Brooklyn Center (Hennepin
Parks) and Fridley (Anoka County); Anoka County Riverfront Regional Park in Fridley (Anoka
County) and Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park in Coon Rapids (Anoka County).
Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission offices are located at Mears Park Centre, 230
E. Fifth St., St. Paul, MN 55101. Meeting times and agenda must occasionally be changed. To
verify meeting schedules or agenda items, call 291-6602.
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PROPOSED 1995-97 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
FOR THE TWIN CITIES METROPOLITAN AREA
PUBLIC HEARING INFORMATION:
When: Med., July 20, 1994, 4 p.m,
Where: Metropolitan Council Chambers
Mears Park Centre
230 E. Fifth St.
St. Paul
How to Participate: You may attend the hearing and offer comments. (Upon
request, we will provide reasonable accommodations to
people with disabilities.) To register in advance to speak,
please call 291-6308 or 291-0904 (TDD).
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How to Participate You may send a letter with comments, which must be
(continued): received by 5 p.m., Wed., Aug. 3, to:
Emil Brandt
Transportation Advisory Board
Metropolitan Council
Mears Park Centre
230 E. Fifth St.
St. Paul, MN 55101
Questions: Call Carl Ohm (291-6507), Emil Brandt (291-6347)
or 291-0904 (TDD).
Nit:! METRO DIGE I
A digest of the activities of the Metropolitan Council, Metropolitan Airports CoR01
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Parks and Open Space Commission, Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission,poCommission, Metropolitan Waste Control Commission, and Regional Transit Bor the
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June. Call the appropriate commission with any inquiries.
July 8, 1994
The Metropolitan Council is located at Mears Park Centre, 230 Z Fifth St., St. Paul, Mk `:,
55101. For more information about Council items, call 291-6359 (TDD: 291-0904). Also,
call the Metro Information Line at 229-3780 for regional updates.
Metropolitan Council
Council activities in June:
Council merges with Metropolitan
Wastewater Control and Metropolitan
Transit Commissions
As June ended, a new regional organization
was born. Legislation passed this year and
signed by Governor Carlson, created a new
Metropolitan Council that would operate
two major regional systems in addition to
serving as the regional long-range planning
agency. The most noticeable result is the
abolition of the governing boards of the
wastewater and transit operations. The duties
of another regional agency, the Regional
Transit Board, will be merged with the
Council October 1.
In place of the two commissions and one
board is a Metropolitan Council with four
divisions: transportation, environment,
community development and administration.
New Metropolitan Council gets a new
regional administrator
The Council appointed Jim Solem to be the
Council's first regional administrator. The
position was created as part of recent
legislation merging four regional agencies
into one. Solem has served as Minnesota
Housing Finance Commissioner since 1978
and is nationally recognized for his
achievements as a public administrator. The
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Council also appointed current executive
director Richard Johnson to the new post of
associate regional administrator.
Other new positions are: division director
(for transportation, environment, community
development and administration), office
manager I (wastewater services and transit
services) and office manager II (positions not
yet identified). The Council set the regional
administrator's salary at $103,600.
Regional parks receive $2.2 million
from Council for operations and
maintenance
The Council announced that $2,238,000 of
state funds will be distributed to ten regional
park agencies by August 1 in the following
amounts:
Anoka County $185,559; Carver County
$23,767; Dakota County $122,417; Ramsey
County $156,615; Washington County $52,
541; Bloomington $28,958; Minneapolis
$578,412; St. Paul $455,806; Suburban
Hennepin County $572,592; Scott County
$61,329.
The distribution is based on three factors:
cost of operations and maintenance, number
of park visits and total park acreage.
This year's appropriation from the
Legislature amounts to six percent of the
operations and maintenance cost of the
regional parks system, far short of the 40
percent called for in the legislation that
created the funding program and the smallest
percentage in the ten years of funding. The
Metropolitan Parks and Open Space
Commission plans to seek an increase in
funding to 10 percent in the next legislative
session.
Progress made, but more remains to
be done in the region's battle against
increasing amounts of solid waste
The Council released its final report on the
progress of the region's solid waste system.
Management of solid waste has been
transferred to the new state Office of
Environmental Assistance (OEA). This
change reflects a growing concern about
waste leaving the region for disposal
elsewhere in the state.
The report shows that the share of waste
being recycled, or burned for energy, has
grown only slightly over the past two years.
The 1993 recycling rate was 40 percent. That
slowdown increases the challenge to meet a
state -mandated goal to recycle 45 percent of
the region's waste by 1996. The share of
waste processed at five regional energy -
recovery facilities was about 42 percent.
About one-third of the processed waste that
remained as ash, or rejected materials that
could not be processed, was landfilled.
Another ten percent of regional solid waste
also was landfilled, mostly from the three
counties without energy -recovery facilities --
Carver, Dakota and Scott.
A reminder: news of Council actions
is now only a phone call away: the
Metro Information Line
Regional citizens can now obtain Council
news, meeting highlights, a list of new
publications, and subsidized housing data by
dialing 229-3780.
In other actions, the Council:
• Recommended withholding approval of
the Chaska Creek Watershed Management
plan until deficiencies have been addressed
A new plan should include:
- additional physical and hydrologic
information
- a strategy to improve water quality
especially in areas outside the city of Chaska
- criteria for detention basin construction
- an active role for the Watershed
Commission
- provisions for pre -settling of runoff before
discharging it into detention wetlands
- a schedule for amending local
comprehensive plans.
The Council also recommended that the
Watershed Commission devise a detailed
water monitoring program. The comments
were forwarded to the Minnesota Board of
Water and Soil Resources.
• Approved amendments to the 1994
operating budget to reflect changes in
revenues and expenditures of the Aging
program.
• Delegated the lead role for adoption of
the Regional Blueprint to the Council's
Community Development Committee. The
Council discussed the possibility of holding
another public hearing before final adoption
of the Blueprint.
• Approved an application for up to 150
housing units under the Minnesota Housing
Finance Agency's rental assistance for family
stabilization program.
• Approved a Chanhassen comprehensive
plan amendment on water supply and
distribution. The plan was given high marks
by the Council. The Council, however, called
for improvements in the plan by adjusting
water demand projections to reflect water
conservation practices. It is the first
municipal water supply plan prepared under
legislation passed in 1993. The law adds
water supplies to a city's comprehensive plan
under the public facilities section.
• Approved a modification to the Lake
Elmo comprehensive plan as part of the
request to add 120 acres to the metropolitan
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urban service area (MUSA).
• Approved the master plan amendment for
trail development at the Central Mississippi
Riverfront Park and authorized a grant
agreement with the Minneapolis Park and
Recreation Board for $356,270 financed in
1993 by a Legislative Commission on
Minnesota Resources.
• Approved a solid waste permit for Keith
Krupenny and Son Disposal Service to
operate a solid waste transfer and recycling
facility subject to the following conditions:
- annually certify to the county where the
waste originates that any waste transferred to
a landfill is unprocessible
- comply with county solid waste
requirements
• Authorized the closing of the parks
defeasance debt service fund and transferring
the balance to the parks defeasance capital
projects fund.
• Approved a contract with Ronald
Vegemast Engineering Inc. to prepare a
design for a regional public safety radio
system for such services as police, fire
fighters, emergency medical, transit, public
works and school buses. Agencies within the
seven counties will share new 800 megahertz
radio channels authorized by the federal
government. The design is to be completed
by the end of this year and cost about
$500,000, with the Council providing
$250,000.
• Asked Farmington to conduct a study of
pollution from residential septic tanks in the
Pine Knoll area of the city. The Council
request follows a city decision to change Pine
Knoll's designation from rural to residential
by extending central sewers into the area,
contrary to the city's comprehensive plan.
• Approved a loan to Eden Prairie of $1.6
million for purchase of the 12.4 acre Ray
Welter, Jr. commercial property in that city.
The loan will be made from the Right-of-way
Acquisition Loan Fund (RALF). The
property is a proposed site of a transit
station near the intersection of Highways
494, 212, 5 and Prairie Center Road.
• Approved a solid waste permit for a 63 -
acre expansion of the Burnsville Landfill by
Ed Kraemer and Sons, Inc. Council approval
called for 2:1 replacement ratio for wetland
loss.
• Approved a grant of $99,900 with Sure
Green, Inc. for analyses of the recycled -
materials -market for cardboard, kraft paper,
food waste, wood waste and plastic film.
• Approved a grant of $189,233 for cross-
cultural education about solid waste with six
community organizations.
• Approved a request -for -proposal for
technical services for a traffic congestion
management system in the Twin Cities
metropolitan area.
Public Meetings and Hearings
Proposed changes in Aviation Chapter of the
Metropolitan Development Guide
• Wednesday, July 13 at 4:30 p.m. in Council
Chambers. Copies of the draft Aviation
Chapter are available from the Data Center
at 291-8140. Proposed changes incorporate
new forecasts of aircraft and passenger
growth and recent decisions made in the
"dual track" planning process.
Meetingon Transportation Improvement
Program for the Metro Area
The Transportation Advisory Board of the
Metropolitan Council will hold a public
meeting on the Transportation Improvement
Program for 1995-1997. The meeting will be:
• Wednesday, July 20 at 4:00 p.m. in Council
Chambers. This is a public hearing to take
public comments on the draft TIP.
New Publications
Council publications are available from the
Council's Data Center. For a free and
complete list of publications, write the
Metropolitan Council Data Center, 230 E.
Fifth St., St. Paul, MN 55101, or call 291-
8140. There is a charge for some publi-
cations. These publications can also be read
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at major public libraries in the Metro Area.
A list of recent Council publications is
available in the Metro Voice. If you wish to
receive a monthly copy of the Metro Voice,
you can be placed on the mailing list by
calling Carol Berens at 291-6447. The Voice
provides background articles and columns on
regional issues and Council programs.
Metropolitan Commission
Activities
Metropolitan Parks and Open Space
Commission
The Commission:
• Approved a change in meeting dates to
the second and fourth Tuesday and
forwarded the action for approval to the
Metropolitan Council.
• Recommended Council approval of the
1994-95 capital improvement plan for
regional parks after hearing presentations
from park agencies; the plan includes:
- $6.6 million of Council general obligation
bonds for regional parks
- $10 million in state bonds
• Made four recommendations on the
proposal to add 226 acres to the natural
areas of Eden Prairie:
- increase the prairie land east of the 56 -
acre Charlson Prairie in order to earn the
most funding from the Reinvest -in -
Minnesota project
- use city bond funds to acquire 40 acres of
the Riley Creek Big Woods and the balance
of the Charlson Prairie
- seek the addition of the Peterson tract to
the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife
Refuge
- Eden Prairie Land Trust should seek an
investment loan from a local foundation.
• Recommended the Council redirect the
$225,000 set aside for acquisition of the
Wallo parcel on Bush Lake to acquisition of
the Mosman parcels which would be used for
beach improvements on the lake.
The Parks and Open Space Commission
offices are located at Mears Park Centre,
230 E. Fifth St., St. Paul, 55101. For more
information, call 291-6602.
Regional Transit Board
The Board.
• Authorized an extension of the contract
with the Mediation Center to provide
ombudsman services for the Metro Mobility
program through December 31, 1994 for
$59,704.
• Authorized an agreement with ATE Inc.
for $1.6 million for operating expenses for
the period from October 2, 1993 through
July 4, 1994 and $592,000 for capital assets.
• Authorized a contract with Ecosometrics,
Inc. for $41,211 to provide consulting
services on the restructuring of Metro
Mobility.
The RTB is located on the seventh floor of
the Mears Park Centre, 230 E. Fifth St., St.
Paul, MN 55101. For more information, call
292-8789.
Metropolitan Sports Facilities
Commission (MSFC)
The Commission:
• Selected SIT Investments as the
investment advisor for the Commission.
• Cancelled the 1994 annual public officials
event in compliance with the new state law
on ethics in government.
• Approved a contract with Design
Company, a targeted group business, for
production of the 1993 annual report.
The Metropolitan Sports Facilities
Commission office is located at 900 South
5th St., Minneapolis, MN 55415. For more
information, call 332-0386.
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Metropolitan Airports Commission
(MAC)
The Commission.
• Approved a $14 million Sun Country
Hangar project at Minneapolis -St. Paul
International (MSP). It is part of the
Commission's 1994 Capital Improvement
Projects.
• Was given results of a survey of
homeowners participating in the Sound
Insulation project. Results showed that of
the 382 homes insulated, 91 percent believed
the insulation was effective in reducing
aircraft noise inside their home. And, 95
percent indicated they would recommend the
program to their neighbors.
• Approved the addition of six temporary
Community Service Officers to work in the
taxi starter service at MSP for the balance of
1994. Future operation of the service will be
reviewed by a MAC committee in November.
• Heard an overview from staff of the
activities planned for Airport Days on
August 20 and 21 at the Naval Base at MSP.
MAC and Wold -Chamberlain Field tenants
will promote their services in exhibit tents.
Metropolitan Airports Commission offices
are located at 6040 28th Av. S., Minneapolis,
MN 55450. For more information, call Lynn
Sorensen at 726-8186.
Metropolitan Waste Control
Commission (MWCC)
The Commission:
• Approved the 1995 annual budget of
$158.8 million and forwarded it to the
Metropolitan Council.
• Approved an increase in service availability
charge rates for 1995. On January 1, 1995
the charge for new connections to the
wastewater system will increase to $850 per
unit in communities with interceptors and
$755 per unit for communities without
interceptors.
• Adopted a mercury restriction policy
directing wastewater system users to
implement mercury reduction measures.
• Authorized staff to secure services for
excavation and grading work at the Cottage
Grove plant in preparation for the
construction of additional clarifier capacity.
• Authorized settlement of a claim by M. A.
Mortenson Co. regarding construction work
at the Seneca wastewater treatment plant.
The settlement includes a contribution by
the design engineer on the project.
These were the final actions of the
Metropolitan Waste Control Commission; it
has been merged with the Metropolitan
Council. The new name will be Metropolitan
Council --Wastewater Services.
Wastewater Services offices are located at
Mears Park Centre, 230 E. Fifth St., St. Paul,
MN 55101. For more information call 222-
8423.
Metropolitan Transit Commission
(MTC)
The Commission:
• Requested the Regional Transit Board to
sell $31 million of general obligation bonds.
• Authorized the sale of surplus buses.
• Authorized contracts for.
- improvements in the transit station at the
Mall of America;
- design and construction of a busway and
transit station at Lake St. and Nicollet Av.;
- design and construction of the second
phase of the Hillcrest Center transit hub;
- design and construction of a display wall at
the Mall of America.
• Authorized amendments to contracts for:
- manufacture and delivery of 25 new buses
from the New Flyer Company of Winnipeg.
- design of the transit police facility at 24th
and Minnehaha Avenue in Minneapolis.
- construction of transit stations in
downtown St. Paul.
• Adopted a resolution for prohibition of
METRODIGEST
biking on the Nicollet Mall.
These were the final actions of the
Metropolitan Transit Commission (MTC); it
has been merged with the Metropolitan
Council. The new name will be
Metropolitan Council --Transit Operations.
Transit Operations offices are located at 560
Sixth Av. N., Minneapolis, MN 55411. For
more information call 349-7400.
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Plymouth Human Rights Commission
July 6, 1994
Minutes
Present: Earl Peterson, John Kane, Harvey Guttmann, Claudelle Carruthers, Laurie
Levi, Saundra Spigner, Rebecca Ribbich, Laura Booth, Jackie Fraedrich,
Kathy Lueckert
Excused: Bill Dix, Lisa Membrr, Sheryl Morrison
Subcommittees (Needs Assessment/Long Term Education) and By -Laws met at 7 PM.
Ms. Lueckert called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM. There were no corrections to the
minutes of the May meeting.
Ms. Lueckert introduced Plymouth Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes and City
Prosecutor John Boyle.
Mr. Gerdes spoke about hate and bias crimes, and outlined the laws which guide the
actions of the Police Department. In 1993, there were two reports of bias crimes; in 1994
there have been five reports of bias crimes. However, three of the 1994 reports involve
the same incident at Armstrong High. The reports generally indicate verbal or physical
confrontation. These reported bias crimes have involved juveniles. Mr. Gerdes was quick
to point out that this does not mean that juveniles are the only perpetrators of bias crimes.
Mr. Boyle stated that the City has one African American prosecutor. Mr. Boyle has a
concern about the incidence of hate and bias crimes among juveniles, although he does not
see or prosecute these cases. He has not prosecuted a hate/bias crime during his tenure
with the City. A conviction on a hate/bias charge is treated as a gross misdemeanor. A
second offense is treated as a felony. However, it is difficult to ascertain whether or not a
crime was hate or bias motivated. Mr. Boyle cited the 1992 alleged cross burning case in
Plymouth. Investigation did not show any evidence of actual burning; the cross was part
of the support structure of a campaign sign.
Mr. Gerdes used this case as an example of the emphasis that the state law places on the
perception of the victim. In this case, the victim perceived the incident as a cross burning
and the incident was extremely upsetting. Mr. Gerdes stated that it is important to realize
what the true impact of an incident is to the victim.
Mr. Gerdes talked about training and recruitment issues in the Plymouth Police
Department, and the difficulty the department has in attracting minorities. He described
the Cadet program, which pairs minority high school students with police officers in a
mentoring program. He mentioned that the City is involved in a federal civil rights suit,
but declined to talk about the case because it is in litigation.
Mr. Gerdes asked that the Human Rights Commission serve as a resource for victims of
hate and bias crimes, to be a visible presence stating that this type of behavior is not
tolerated in Plymouth. He also suggested that the Human Rights Commission get
involved with Neighborhood Watches, since these are widespread throughout the City.
He has a great concern that bias crimes are not being reported. Citizens may feel more
comfortable speaking with a Human Rights Commission member than with a police
officer.
The Commission had numerous questions for both guests, and a lively discussion
followed. These questions focused on crisis intervention, the impact of immigrants,
potential and perceived harassment of Plymouth residents of color by police officers, and a
discussion of the way suspects are described in police reports.
Mr. Boyle described some of the efforts of the Richfield Human Rights Commission, of
which he has been a member for several years. He said that while the Commission no
longer does many no-fault grievances, it is involved in informal mediation of disputes., He
stated that when an incident occurs, the City Manager and Police Chief automatically
make contact with the Commission chairman, so that the Commission can become
immediately involved with the victim.
Mr. Gerdes and Mr. Boyle left the meeting at 9:20, after the Commission thanked them
for attending and sharing their thoughts and experiences.
Mr. Peterson passed out a draft of a paper on establishing a Crisis Intervention team. The
Commission was asked to review the draft and come prepared to discuss it at the August
meeting.
Ms. Lueckert passed out the report from the Department of Human Rights on the
complaints they had received in Plymouth. She asked that the Commission treat this
information as confidential.
The Needs Assessment sub -committee will meet at 6:30 PM on August 4. The
regular Human Rights Commission meeting will begin at 7:30 PM.
The meeting adjourned at 9:30 PM.
B. Academic Services
1. Staff Development Plan for 1994-1995
2. ECFE Census Recertification
* 3. Declaration of Intent to Participate in Chapter I
* 4. Declaration of Intent to Participate in Block Grant
* 5. Nonresident Pupil Attendance Agreements
* 6. Student Teaching Agreement with St. Cloud State University
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C. Finance and Business Services
1. Finance and Business Recommendations
2. Monthly Financial Report
3. Set Public Hearing Dates for Proposed Property Taxes Payable 1994
4. Bid Awards
5. Resolution to Issue and Sell $10,130,000 General Obligation School Building Bonds,
Series 1994B, and to Utilize State of Minnesota Credit Enhancement Program
* 6. Resolution for Machine -Signed Signatures
D. Human Resource Services
1. Human Resource Recommendations
2. Schedule Closed Meeting for.July 14, 1994, to Conduct Superintendent Candidate Interviews
* 3. Tax Sheltered Annuities Contract 112odifications Authorization
VII. Other Board Action \
A. Resolution Establishing Dates for Filing Affidavits bf Candidacy for
November School Board Election
B. Board Appointments
* C. Board of Education Meeting Schedule for 1994-1995 School Year
* D. School Board Standard Operating Procedures for 1994-1995 School Year
* E. Compensation for School Board Members for 1994-1995 School Year
* F. Official Designations
* G. Membership in Professional Organizations for 1994-1995 School Year
* H. Resolution Approving Participation in Minnesota State High School League
VIII. Board Reports
IX. New Business
X. A iourn
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Regular Meeting - July 11, 1994 - 7:30 p.m.
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AGENDA
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Approval of Minutes
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Superintendent's RWrts and Recommendations
A. Superintendent
1. Proposed Amended Policy ACA "Offensive Behavior/Sexual Harassment and
Sexual Violence" — Second Reading/Adoption
B. Academic Services
1. Staff Development Plan for 1994-1995
2. ECFE Census Recertification
* 3. Declaration of Intent to Participate in Chapter I
* 4. Declaration of Intent to Participate in Block Grant
* 5. Nonresident Pupil Attendance Agreements
* 6. Student Teaching Agreement with St. Cloud State University
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C. Finance and Business Services
1. Finance and Business Recommendations
2. Monthly Financial Report
3. Set Public Hearing Dates for Proposed Property Taxes Payable 1994
4. Bid Awards
5. Resolution to Issue and Sell $10,130,000 General Obligation School Building Bonds,
Series 1994B, and to Utilize State of Minnesota Credit Enhancement Program
* 6. Resolution for Machine -Signed Signatures
D. Human Resource Services
1. Human Resource Recommendations
2. Schedule Closed Meeting for.July 14, 1994, to Conduct Superintendent Candidate Interviews
* 3. Tax Sheltered Annuities Contract 112odifications Authorization
VII. Other Board Action \
A. Resolution Establishing Dates for Filing Affidavits bf Candidacy for
November School Board Election
B. Board Appointments
* C. Board of Education Meeting Schedule for 1994-1995 School Year
* D. School Board Standard Operating Procedures for 1994-1995 School Year
* E. Compensation for School Board Members for 1994-1995 School Year
* F. Official Designations
* G. Membership in Professional Organizations for 1994-1995 School Year
* H. Resolution Approving Participation in Minnesota State High School League
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Minutes of the Regular Meeting
Board of Education, Independent School District 279
Maple Grove, Minnesota
June 21, 1994
CALL TO ORDER A regular meeting of the Board of Education was held on Tuesday,
June 21 in the Board Room of the Educational Service Center. The
meeting was called to order at 7:31 p.m. by Chairperson Clair Coughlin.
ROLL CALL The following were present at roll call: Board members Clair Coughlin,
Lynda Forbes, Russ Funk, Patience Gall, and the Superintendent of
Schools, Marl Ramsey. Rich Krambeer and Ron Christensen were
absent at roll call, but arrived at 7:33 p.m. and 7:35 p.m. respectively.
PLEDGE OF The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
ALLEGIANCE
ACCEPTANCE
Motion by Mrs. Gall, seconded by Mrs. Forbes, to accept the printed
OF AGENDA
agenda. The motion carried unanimously.
ADDITIONS
Chairperson Coughlin added an item to the agenda relative to a joint
TO AGENDA
meeting with the Maple Grove City Council.
OPEN FORUM
Scott Iannazzo, representing boys' hockey parents, expressed concern
over the recent decision to eliminate assistant hockey coaches for the
boys' hockey program. Chairperson Coughlin provided the history of
the parents' request for women's ice hockey, that the district was not in
compliance with gender equity statutes, and ultimately the decision
was made to work within the existing budget at each high school to
fund women's hockey. This caused reductions in coaches for several
sports at each school.
Several other parents also addressed the Board on the issue. Following
discussion and further clarification, it was suggested that a possible
solution would be for the booster clubs to raise more money to fund the
salary for additional boys' hockey coaches.
CONSENT
Motion by Mrs. Forbes, seconded by Mr. Krambeer, to approve items in
CALENDAR
the Consent Calendar as follows:
Minutes of the regular meeting of June 7, 1994.
Minutes of the special negotiations meeting of June 14, 1994.
Minutes of the public hearing of June 14, 1994.
Electronic Wire Transfers (including Investments, Debt Service and
Minnesota Payroll Withholding) for the month of May, 1994.
Verified Accounts Payable dated June 21, 1994.
Ratification of Payment of Bills including Payroll, for May, 1994.
Minutes of the regular meeting, June 21, 1994 (page two)
CONSENT Licensed Personnel: To acknowledge with appreciation the long-term
CALENDAR service of Lilly Jane Erager, and now to accept her resignation, effective
6/13/94; to grant child care leave to Karin Dulka, effective 9/12/94; to
grant leaves of absence to Jacinta Kuhar, career exploration for .5,
effective 94-95 school year; Sheri Peterson, effective 94-95 school year,
further education; Monica Schnobrich, effective 94-95 school year,
further education; and Elaine Skrentner, effective 94-95 school year,
career exploration.
To acknowledge change of status for Karen Skinner, effective 8/29/94,
and Cindy Wheeler, effective 8/29/94; and to acknowledge as returning
from leave Kathleen Kunzman, effective 8/29/94.
To employ Wendy Augustin, Susan Bart, Marlene Barton, Dawn Caven,
Jacqueline Cross, Tina Edgar, Grant Felton, Michael Finneseth,
Kathleen Hoeschen, Beth Johns, Sara Johnson, Russell Langer, Nathan
Monseth, Linda Piersdorf, Kathy Reppen, Carol Rowan, Lisa Schrupp,
Karin Sherling, Rachel Shoger, Susan Spangenberg, Amy Surges,
Margaret Vickerman, Lee Wertheimer (temporary), Lee Wertheimer
(regular) and Nancy Ziemer --all effective 8/29/94.
Nonlicensed Personnel: To acknowledge with appreciation the long-
term service of Eloise Gross, and Virginia Palmer, and now to accept
their requests for retirement, both effective 6/9/94.
To accept the resignations of Janice Althoff, effective 6/9/94, Glenda
Baker, effective 6/8/94, Tammy Drobnick, effective 6/9/94, Irwin Dulan,
effective 6/30/94, Rhonda Gazdik, effective 6/9/94, Rachel Johnson,
effective 6/9/94, and Kathleen Levenson, effective 6/10/94.
To grant leaves of absence to Randi S. Holtz, effective 9/1/94,
educational purposes, Jean Lindquist, effective 5/23/94, medical to
protect PERA rights, and Denise Paul, effective 6/9/94.
Contract for Services by and between Independent School District
No. 279 and Family and Children's Service for students and family
members targeted for the S.A.F.E. (Student And Family Enrichment)
program --consultant to be paid $6,900 for services from January
through September 1994.
Contract for Services by and between Independent School District
No. 279 and Maple Grove Early Learning Center for services from
9/12/94 through 6/08/95; total cost of contract not to exceed $5,470.
Nonresident Student Attendance Agreements
SecondaryOutgoing 94-95: Two resident students to finish senior high
school and one due to extenuating circumstances.
Secondary Incoming 94-95: Three nonresident students to finish senior
high school.
Elementary Outgoing 93-94: Six resident students to finish the school
year.
Elementary Outgoing 94-95: One resident student to complete an
elementary grade and two due to extenuating circumstances.
Elementary Incoming 93-94: Six nonresident students to finish the
school year.
Elementary Incoming 94-95: Four nonresident students to complete an
elementary grade in combination with child care circumstance.
Minutes of the regular meeting, June 21, 1994 (page three)
CONSENT Student Trip for Maple Grove Junior High to Split Ridge Campground,
CALENDAR September 29 -October 1.
Convention. Conference and Workshop attendance for Pat Larson, Lee
Skavanger, Deb Deer and Joyce Schultenover - Building Healthy
Communities, Brainerd, June 19-21; Sara Dexter - Institute for
Intelligent Behavior, Tahoe City, California, June 29 -July 1; Carl
Skordahl - Strategies Curriculum, Kansas University, Kansas, July 7-9;
Jane Throndson - Center for Innovation in Education, Elk River,
July 11-15; June Gross - Minnesota Educational Media Organization,
Riverwood Conference Center, July 28-30; George Rabehl - Graduation
Rule, St. Cloud, September 27; Beverly Hansen - Minnesota
Educational Media Organization, Rochester, October 6-8.
.warding of contract for piping revisions at the Brooklyn Junio:
wimming_nool to Gorham Oien Mechanical, Inc. in the amount
144,700.
Awardine of i• Parking lot overlays.i to Midwest Asphalt
Corporation, with a low base bid of $128,300.
modificationsf r the pressx at Carl A nn Field to Morcon
Construction Company in the amount of 26,333.00, and rejecting
Alternate No. 1.
A roval: Student Tpachinz Contract with University of Minnesota-
Morris,effective h 1
Approval: n Teaching r h Concordia College,
effective 1994-95 school year.
Awarding of bid for classroom furniture, per written recommendation of
the supervisor of purchasing.
Adoption of resolution requesting the state demographer to certify the
school district enumeration of 107,379 as of June 21, 1994, as a special
census and that said figures be considered the official census of persons
residing in the school district.
The motion to approve the above items in the Consent Calendar carried
unanimously.
FINANCIAL Motion by Mr. Christensen, seconded by Mrs. Gall, to approve the
REPORTS following financial reports for May, 1994: a) Fund Balance Report,
b) Statement of Revenue, c) Statement of Expenditures, d) Current
Investments on Hand, and e) Building Construction Fund Report. The
motion carried unanimously.
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Minutesof the regular meeting, June 21, 1994 (page four)
OPERATING Rick Oxenford, director of administration, presented the
BUDGET proposed Operating Budget for the 1994-95 fiscal year. He
1994-95 reviewed revenue by source for all funds: namely, 59.6% from state
aids; 33.5% from local taxes; 1% from federal aids; and 5.9% from
various local fees and income. There is a 8.5% increase in estimated
1994-95 revenue over estimated actual 1993-94 revenue.
Mr. Oxenford then summarized expenditures by fund, totaling
$131,702,440 --for a 6.68% increase over the 1993-94 budget. There is
$1 million set aside for the opening of Maple Grove Senior High School
and $1.35 million in flow-through funding for Intermediate District
287.
Following discussion, motion by Mrs. Forbes, seconded by Mr.
Christensen, to approve the following Operating Budget for the 1994-95
fiscal year:
General Fund $100,214,115
Food Service Fund 4,476,494
Transportation Fund 6,204,100
Community Service Fund 4,090,306
Capital Expenditure Fund 5,963,956
Debt Service Fund 10.753.469
TOTAL $131,702,440
The motion carried unanimously.
LETTER OF Rick Oxenford, director of administration, reviewed the history since
INTENT WITH 1974 relative to sites for a future third senior high school. That school
THE ROUSE is currently under construction on the "Dale Properties," on the east
COMPANY side of Fernbrook Lane.
The district was approached by the Rouse Company to sell 100 acres of
the 160 acres of land at 101st and Ranchview owned by the district.
Mr. Oxenford stated their offer is $87,000 an acre, so would be a future
sale of $8.7-9.0 million. The intent of the Rouse Company is to build a
regional mall on the property.
Maple Grove residents Kathleen Georgalas and Mary Anne Thiesen
addressed the school board regarding their concerns about a large mall
being built on that property. Al Madsen, with the City of Maple Grove,
also addressed the Board.
Motion by Mr. Christensen, seconded by Mr. Funk, to adopt the
following resolution:
BE IT RESOLVED that Richard Oxenford, Director of Administration,
is hereby authorized to execute the nonbinding Letter of Intent with
Rouse -Maple Grove, Inc. dated June 10, 1994 and presented to the
school board on June 21, 1994, to sell approximately 100 acres of real
estate as identified in the Letter of Intent, at a purchase price of
$87,000 per acre.
Minutes of the regular meeting, June 21, 1994 (page five)
LETTER IF BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Richard Oxenford, Director of
INTENT WITH Administration, and Attorney James Steilen be authorized to finalize
THE ROUSE the terms and conditions of the Purchase and Sale Agreement, which is
COMPANY consistent with the Letter of Intent, and to present such finalized
Purchase and Sale Agreement for school board action.
Upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Christensen, Coughlin, Forbes, Funk, Gall, and Krambeer; and the
following voted against the same: No One;
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted,
SUPPLEMENT Member Patience Gall introduced the following resolution and moved
TO its adoption:
RESOLUTION
SUPPLEMENT TO RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES BY EMINENT DOMAIN
WHEREAS, Independent School District No. 279 ("School District") is
charged with the responsibility of providing educational facilities to
serve the needs of the citizens within its boundaries; and
WHEREAS, the School District has determined that a new elementary
school is required to serve the educational needs of the citizens within
its boundaries and has invested significant time, effort and funds to
plan such a facility; and
WHEREAS, the School District has acquired a new site for the
elementary school facility, which site has direct access to a public right
of way, but needs to acquire an interest in an adjacent site in order to
have an access to the site to accommodate the needs of the planned
elementary school facility; and
WHEREAS, on May 17, 1994, the School District passed a resolution
authorizing and directing the attorneys for the School District to
commence quick -take eminent domain proceedings pursuant to
Minnesota Statute Chapters 117 and 123 to acquire all rights, title and
interest in the easements legally described on Exhibit A ("Subject
Property"); and
WHEREAS, the School District has since determined that maintaining
on the Subject Property -an entrance monument sign bearing the name
of the new elementary school and possibly other relevant information
would further promote general safety and public welfare;
Minutes of the regular meeting, June 21, 1994 (page six)
SUPPLEMENT NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by Independent School
TO RESOLUTION District No. 279:
1. That the recitals set forth above are found to be true and
incorporated in the body of this resolution as if fully set forth
herein.
2. That the School District finds that it is necessary to expand the
scope of the permitted use in the easement acquired in the Subject
Property to permit the School District to construct and maintain an
entrance monument sign on the Subject Property.
3. That in consultation with School District staff, the attorneys for the
School District are directed to modify the presently pending quick -
take eminent domain proceedings pursuant to Minnesota Statute
Chapters 117 and 123 to expand the rights, title and and interest
acquired in the Subject Property to permit the School District to
construct and maintain an entrance monument sign on the Subject
Property.
4. That staff and the attorneys for the School District are authorized
to continue to negotiate the acquisition of the Subject Property
throughout the eminent domain proceeding.
Adopted by the School Board this 21st day of June, 1994.
Superintendent
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly
seconded by Member Rich Krambeer; and upon vote being taken
thereon, the following voted in favor thereof. Ron Christensen, Clair
Coughlin, Lynda Forbes, Russ Funk, Patience Gall, and Rich Krambeer;
and the following voted against the same: No one; whereupon such
resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
BLOCK Carl Skordahl reviewed the 11 block grant proposals being
GRANTS recommended for implementation. He stated the district will receive
1994-95 $99,447.81 in block grant funds.
Motion by Mrs. Gall, seconded by Mrs. Forbes, to approve the priority
ranking of block grant proposals for fiscal year 1994-95 as presented,
and to authorize the administration to make application for the school
district entitlement portion of funds specified by Chapter 2, Title 1 of
ESEA, Public Law 100-297 (Block Grant Program) for the fiscal year
1994-95. The motion carried unanimously.
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Minutes of the regular meeting, June 21, 1994 (page seven)
GIFTS TO THE Motion by Mrs. Forbes, seconded by Mr. Christensen, to accept
DISTRICT with great appreciation the following gifts to the district: From Birch
Grove PTO - $824, field trips, incentives and laminating; Crest View
PTO - $3,350, cross-country ski sets; Fair Oaks PTO - $171, calculators,
paper and copying expenses; Fernbrook PTO - $4,046.25, SEM,
behavior awards assemblies, and sixth grade commemoration supplies;
Palmer Lake PTA - $163.05, accelerated reader incentive; Park Brook
PTO - $6,026, media computers and equipment, $350, mother board for
updating computer, and $100, rewards for good behavior program.
Also,. from Weaver Lake PTO - $3,817.91, playground equipment, and
$10,000, technology equipment and accessories; Winnetka PTO - $120,
70 Big Bare Books, and $193.20, laminating film; Osseo Elementary
parents and staff - $321.95, enrichment activities and materials;
Barnett Music Productions - compact discs containing the symphony
composed by fifth graders at Fernbrook in 1992-93, valued at $169;
Fernbrook PTO - 19 additional compact discs of symphony; Parents of
Winnetka students - $20, birthday books; North View Junior High
Student Council - $260, SEM activities; Osseo Junior High Student
Council - $387, emergency items for evacuation of pool.
Lynda Forbes, Clerk
Also, from Maple Grove Lions Club - $1,000, Odyssey of the Mind trip
for Maple Grove Junior High and $500, Odyssey of the Mind trip for
Weaver Lake Elementary; North Suburban School Food Service
Association - $300, scholarship for an Osseo Senior High student; and
the City of Maple Grove - Computers to be used to establish a computer
and typing lab, approximate value of $4,000.
The motion carried unanimously.
DISTRICT
Motion by Mr. Krambeer, seconded by Mr. Funk, to approve the district
THEME &
theme "Every Child A Promise..." and the proclamation
PROCLAMATION
for 1994-95 as presented. The motion carried unanimously.
1994-95
Motion by Mr. Funk, seconded by Mr. Christensen, to accept the
SCHOOL BOARD
1994-95 School Board Agenda Planning Calendar as presented. The
PLANNING
motion carried unanimously.
CALENDAR
ANNOUNCE-.
a. Special meeting for negotiations strategy, Tuesday, July 12,
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5:00 p.m., ESC
b. Organizational meeting and regular meeting of the School Board,
Tuesday, July 12, 7.30 p.m., ESC
JOINT
Chairperson Coughlin announced there would be aJoint work session
MEETING
school board and the Maple Grove city council members on Monday,
July 11 at 7:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
At 10:50 p.m., motion by Mr. Krambeer, seconded by Mr. Christensen,
to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried unanimously.
Lynda Forbes, Clerk
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JUNE 22, 1994
The regular meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was called to order at 7:00
p.m. by Acting Chairman Barb Stimson.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Commissioners Barb Stimson, Ed Albro, Jack Hill,
Virginia Black, Linda Oja and Allen Ribbe.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Chairman Mike Stulberg
STAFF PRESENT: Director Anne Hurlburt, City Engineer Dan Faulkner,
Planning Supervisor Barbara Senness, Associate Planner
John Keho, and Planning Secretary Jackie Watson
MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Hill to approve the
agenda.
Vote. 6 Ayes. Motion carried.
MINUTES:
MOTION by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioner Hill to approve the
May 25, 1994 Planning Commission minutes, with a change on page 97, paragraph 8,
changing Stimson to Senness.
Vote. 6 Ayes. Motion carried.
MOTION by Commissioner Hill, seconded by Commissioner Black to approve the
June 8, 1994 Planning Commission minutes.
Vote. 6 Ayes. Motion carried.
ORRIN THOMPSON HOMES (94046)
Acting Chairman Stimson introduced the request by Orrin Thompson Homes for a
PUD Preliminary Plan Amendment, Conditional Use Permit and Variance for property
located east of Dunkirk Lane at 40th Avenue North.
Associate Planner Keho reviewed the June 15, 1994 staff report.
Commissioner Albro asked where the affected lots would be relocated.
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Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 1994
Page 112
Associate Planner Keho explained the plan and said that some lots were eliminated
from the plan.
Commissioner Hill asked how the 500 -foot maximum length for a cul-de-sac was
arrived at in the Zoning Ordinance.
Associate Planner Keho responded that he was not sure, but it was probably for safety
and fire related issues, and the length was arbitrary.
Acting Chairman Stimson introduced Mr. Bill Pritchard, representing the petitioner.
Mr. Pritchard explained that the Yuma Lane area is conceptual and would be part of
the Sugar Hills development. He said that the wetlands are more pronounced in this
area and that they will remain as a wetland area. He said they are reducing the number
of proposed lots and creating more wetland. In most cases the homes around the
wetland will be set -back 20 feet except for Lot 14 which will be 5 feet. Due to an ash
tree in middle of a lot, he was asking for a 10 -foot rear yard setback to preserve the
tree.
Acting Chairman Stimson opened and closed the Public Hearing as there was no one
present to speak on the subject.
MOTION by Commissioner Albro, seconded by Commission Oja to recommend
approval of the request by Orrin Thompson Homes for a PUD Preliminary Plan
Amendment, Conditional Use Permit and Variance for property located east of Dunkirk
Lane at 40th Avenue North, subject to the conditions listed in the June 15, 1994 staff
report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes.
VOLP MANAGING (94052)
Acting Chairman Stimson introduced the request by Volp Managing for a Site Plan
Amendment, Conditional Use Permit and Variance for expansion of the outside storage
area at 14100 and 14025 23rd Avenue North.
Associate Planner Keho reviewed the June 15, 1994 staff report.
Acting Chairman Stimson introduced Mr. Jim Volp, representing the petitioner.
Mr. Volp explained the reason for the request.
Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 1994
Page 113
Acting Chairman Stimson opened and closed the Public Hearing as there was no one
present to speak on the request.
MOTION by Acting Chairman Stimson, seconded by Commissioner Black to
recommend approval of the request by Volp Managing for a Site Plan Amendment,
Conditional Use Permit and Variance for expansion of the outside storage area at 14100
and 14025 23rd Avenue North.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. Motion carried on a unanimous vote.
CIMARRON EAST HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (94064)
Acting Chairman Stimson introduced the request by the Cimarron East Homeowners
Association for an Amended PUD Plan and Conditional Use Permit to allow
homeowners to construct 3 -season porches onto their homes.
Associate Planner Keho reviewed the June 14, 1994 staff report.
Acting Chairman Stimson introduced Mr. Earl Peterson representing the Homeowners
Association.
Mr. Peterson stated that he agreed with the staff report and conditions in the resolution.
Acting Chairman Stimson opened and closed the Public Hearing as there was no one
present to speak on the request.
MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe to recommend
approval of the request by the Cimarron East Homeowners Association for an Amended
PUD Plan and Conditional Use Permit to allow homeowners to construct 3 -season
porches onto their homes, subject to the conditions listed in the June 14, 1994 staff
report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. Motion carried on a unanimous vote.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH. AMENDMENTS TO ZONING ORDINANCE
REGARDING SHORELAND MANAGEMENT REGULATIONS (94059)
Director Hurlburt reviewed the June 17, 1994 staff report. She introduced Mr. Blair
Tremere, the City's Consultant, and Ms. Ceil Strauss from the Department of Natural
Resources as being available for questions.
Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 1994
Page 114
Mr. Tremere stated the changes are responsive to State Law. He said that tables will
be included in the new ordinance to simplify the information for users, and the map is
now officially referenced in the ordinance. He explained the two requests for
flexibility regarding allowing the maximum height to remain at 35 feet versus the DNR
requirement of 25 feet. He said that any provisions to exceed this height would require
a Conditional Use Permit. He said the other request for flexibility was in regard to
Planned Unit Developments in that some of the State's PUD requirements conflicted
with the City's and the City's requirements are more stringent than the State'S.
Commissioner Albro said that there seemed to be a word missing at the top of Page 17.
He said he did not see any buffer zone requirements.
Mr. Tremere responded that the setback requirements for the setback of structures has
the buffer built in, and in the shoreland structures are meant to be setback further than
normal zoning.
Ms. Strauss explained the shore impact zone. She said it is half the structure setback;
where if the structure setback is 50 feet then the shore impact zone would be half or 25
feet. She said that no removal of vegetation is allowed in the shore impact zone and it
should be left in a more natural state.
Commissioner Albro said he thought No. 9.a.(1), did not prohibit much in the shore
and bluff impact zones.
Ms. Strauss stated that there are other regulations in the Zoning Ordinance that restrict
structures in this area.
Mr. Tremere stated that the shoreland regulations prohibits clearcutting "except where
plans are approved by the City". He said that persons living in other parts of the City
do not need permission to clearcut on their own land.
Ms. Strauss stated that a possible reason -the City would approve clearing would be to
allow a view of a lake.
Commissioner Black asked why page 8 did not include a definition of bluff and
shoreland impact zone.
Mr. Tremere responded that those definitions are in the current zoning ordinance.
Commissioner Black asked why on page 9 f.(1) the words ponds and flowages were
struck.
Mr. Tremere responded that those words were struck and then added in No. 2.
Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 1994
Page 115
Commissioner Albro asked if public waters would be included in the definition of
wetlands.
Mr. Tremere explained that there are public protected waters and wetlands and you
could also have shoreland which are not wetlands.
Director Hurlburt asked if all public waters were also wetlands.
Ms. Strauss responded that they are wetlands in the fact that they are protected by the
DNR.
Director Hurlburt asked if tributary streams were considered wetlands.
Ms. Strauss responded that all protected waters are wetlands.
Commissioner Albro stated that this does not prevent the City from adding buffer zones
and non -conforming uses to the ordinance.
Mr. Tremere stated that page 18 defines non -conforming uses. He said that most
undeveloped land left is in the northwest portion of the City and the remainder is
already developed so that there will be no hardship on the existing developments.
Commissioner Albro asked if a parcel that was a non conforming use would be allowed
to increase size of an existing home.
Mr. Tremere responded that the language regarding this is already in the ordinance.
Director Hurlburt stated that if house burned down on a non -conforming parcel the
owners would have to apply for a Variance.
Commissioner Albro asked if the wetland ordinance were to address non -conforming
structures would the City be able to be less restrictive than the Shoreland Ordinance.
Director Hurlburt responded that the City must adhere to the Shoreland regulations.
Acting Chairman Stimson opened the Public Hearing.
Acting Chairman Stimson introduced Mr. Marc Anderson of 420 Merrimac Lane.
Mr. Anderson stated that he did not have any questions.
Acting Chairman Stimson closed the Public Hearing.
Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 1994
Page 116
MOTION by Commissioner Albro, seconded by Commissioner Black to recommend
approval the Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance regarding Shoreland Management
Regulations.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. Motion carried on a unanimous vote.
BRIEFING ON WETLAND INVENTORY AND ORDINANCE WORK
Planning Supervisor Senness introduced John Shardlow of Dahlgren, Shardlow, and
Uban, Inc.
Mr. John Shardlow introduced Ms. Lynn Rabuse who will be doing the analysis work
and Mr. Ron Peterson of Peterson Environmental Consulting, Inc. who will be doing
the mapping and inventory work.
Mr. Shardlow reviewed the plan for developing the wetland ordinance. He said their
role will be that of facilitators to provide information and implications and that the
decisions will be made by the City Council.
Ms. Rabuse described the work program as three phases which include research,
refinement and finalizing the ordinance. She said they will use a data base and plan to
have several workshops with the public and the Planning Commission.
Commissioner Albro stated that he thought stage 105 regarding a public meeting might
be premature and that buffer zones should be defined before that meeting.
Ms. Rabuse stated that different scenarios will be looked at as options as well as what
other communities are doing. This public meeting will help answer questions raised at
earlier meetings.
Commissioner Albro asked how the different scenarios would be expressed. He asked
if lost developable lots would be discussed. He said this should be done at the meeting.
Ms. Rabuse stated that they will display graphic examples of different scenarios. The
subject of lost lots will be discussed at a later meeting.
Commissioner Ribbe asked what the time line would be for Phase 1.
Ms. Rabuse responded that Phase I would be ongoing throughout the project. She
stated that information will be forwarded to staff as it is completed.
Commissioner Ribbe asked when first public meeting would be held.
Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 1994
Page 117
Ms. Rabuse stated that they will be meeting with staff tomorrow to discuss dates for
meetings.
Commissioner Black stated she was concerned about expressing changes in zoning as
losses and said this should be expressed in a way which incorporates the values of
preserving wetlands.
Mr. Peterson explained wetland mapping and inventory. He said that an inventory
would be done first, then field reviewing and then input on ordinance as to being
consistent with regulations. He said they will field review all wetlands in the
undeveloped portion of the City, plus 50 wetlands in the developed portion of the City.
He said that approximately 212 wetlands will get this intensive treatment.
Commissioner Ribbe asked if this review would start with existing photography.
Mr. Peterson responded that this would be the start, part of the data can be developed
in the office, and the information will be digitized onto the maps as it is developed.
Commissioner Albro asked Mr. Peterson to explain function and values.
Mr. Peterson stated that values were what they apply to wetlands as humans, also
values are a function of a wetland for habitat and other things. He said they would use
four different categories.
Commissioner Albro stated that his major concern is water quality and lakes should be
considered as a part of the inventory for wetlands.
Mr. Peterson said the lakes would be mapped. He said they will try to find all
wetlands regardless of time, but will focus on the northwest quadrant.
Commissioner Hill asked if the function or value assigned would be subjective or
would it be digitized.
Mr. Peterson stated they will be as objective as possible.
Commissioner Black asked for a discussion regarding the Wisconsin methodology and
stated she wanted copies of the assessment sheets. She asked the consultants to discuss
their background as consultants.
Each consultant discussed their credentials.
Mr. Shardlow stated they will give the Planning Commission many options to consider.
Planning Commission Minutes
June 22, 1994
Page 118
Director Hurlburt discussed the process used to determine which consultants the City
would hire.
Commissioner Albro stated that it took the City of Chanhassen 2 1/2 years to do their
wetland study and asked if something would be lost in doing this project in such a short
time since we have twice as many wetlands.
Planning Supervisor Senness stated that Chanhassen also did a surface water plan, and
comprehensive plan along with the wetlands study which took a longer time.
Director Hurlburt stated that eventually there will still be a surface water plan to do
once the wetland study is complete.
Commissioner Stimson stated that she liked the plan presented by the consultants.
Planning Supervisor Senness stated that staff will communicate the schedule to the
Commission as it evolves.
Director Hurlburt stated that this study will involve additional meetings on Wednesdays
for the Planning Commission. She said that staff would also involve the Water Quality
Board and the City Council in the meetings.
Commissioner Oja gave a report on her attendance at the Park and Recreation Advisory
Commission meeting. She discussed the new City park called Heather Run, open
space, available land the City would like to purchase for parks, and problems of tot
lots.
Discussion ensued on tot lots/open space.
MOTION by Commission Hill, seconded by Acting Chairman Stimson to adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
PLYMOUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT
ACTIVITY REPORT
06/17/94 THROUGH 06/23/94
DATE
06/17/94
TE%IE
6:27 a.m.
LOCATION
Lancaster Village
SITUATION FOUND
Fire Alarm - False
3640 Lancaster Lane
06/17/94
1:31 p.m.
Circuit City
Fire Alarm -False
2870 Vicksburg Lane
06/17/94
8:46 p.m.
Zachary Park
Fire in Trash Container
4355 Zachary
06/17/94
10:46 p.m.
City of Plymouth
Fire Alarm - False
18th & Evergreen Lane
06/18/94
2:28 p.m.
Sagamore Condominiums
Fire Alarm - Malfunction
10540 43rd Avenue
06/21/94
11:13 a.m.
Four Seasons Estates
Fire Alarm - False
9710 37th Avenue North
06/19/94
10:33 p.m.
South Shore Apartments
Fire Alarm - False
10890 South Shore Drive
06/20/94
7:23 a.m.
Single Family Dwelling
Power Line Down
2600 Block of Nathan Lane
06/20/94
3:55 p.m.
Single Family Dwelling
Odor in House
11700 Block of 54th Avenue North
06/21/94
11:07 a.m.
Welsh Company
Electrical call due to
2400 Xenium Lane
Workmen on site
06/21/94
10:19 p.m.
Armstrong High School
Refuse Fire
10635 36th Avenue North
06/21/94
10:46 p.m.
Single Family Dwelling
Recreational Fire
1700 Block of Magnolia Lane
06/22/94
1:10 a.m.
Lancaster Village Apartments
Fire Alarm - False
3610 Lancaster Lane
06/22/94
6:21 a.m.
Public Roadway
Bale of hay on fire
25th Avenue & Vicksburg Lane
06/22/94
2:59 p.m.
Single Family Dwelling
4600 Block of Forestview Lane
06/22/94
3:59 p.m.
Lancaster Village
3630 Lancaster Lane
06/22/94
4:18 p.m.
Open Land
17730 County Road 24
06/22/94
5:38 p.m.
Open Land
4141 Shoreline Drive
06/22/94
10:59 p.m.
Single Family Dwelling
11600 Block of Sunset Trail
06/23/94
9:26 a.m.
Mission Lodge Detox
3409 E. Medicine Lake Blvd.
Grass Fire
Fire Alarm - False
Grass Fire
Aid given on spill/leak
Report of Smoke
Electrical Failure
PLYMOUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT
ACTIVITY REPORT
06/24/94 THROUGH 06/30/94
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
SITUATION FOUND
06/24/94
7:26 a.m.
Open Land
Problem with NSP under -
36th Avenue Evergreen
ground lines
06/24/94
5:24 p.m.
Single Family Dwelling
Fire Alarm - Malfunction
4420 Harbor Lane
06/25/94
12:28 a.m.
Open Land
Report of Smoke
Highway 55/West Medicine Lk Rd
06/25/94
2:36 a.m.
Industries Satellite
Fire Alarm - False
2530 Xenium Lane
06/25/94
10:21 a.m.
Roadway
Vehicle Fire
2700 Block of Annapolis
06/25/94
10:59 p.m.
Single Family Dwelling
Fire Alarm -False
12800 Block of 46th Avenue
06/26/94
5:08 p.m.
Harbor Lane Apartments
Fire Alarm - Malfunction
3145 Harbor Lane
06/26/94
7:09 p.m.
Single Family Dwelling
Burned Food
4700 Block of Balsam Lane
06/27/94
4:44 p.m.
Parkers Lake Apartment
Fire Alarm - Malfunction
15290 18th Avenue
06/28/94
5:01 p.m.
Open Land
Report of Smoke
5353 Nathan Lane
06/28/94
5:19 p.m.
Willow Creek Theater
Fire Alarm - False
9900 Shelard Parkway
06/28/94
6:38 p.m.
Olympic Steel
Assist Police
625 Xenium Lane
06/29/94
6:48 p.m.
Single Family Dwelling
Element in Dishwasher
12800 Block of 56th Avenue North
06/30/94
10:29 a.m.
Single Family Dwelling
Fire Alarm - Malfunction
12400 Block of Ravenwood Road
06/30/94
11:47 a.m.
Parking Lot
1405 Xenium Lane
Vehicle Fire
06/30/94 12:04 p.m. Single Family -Dwelling Fire Alarm = Malfunction
12400 Block of Ravenwood Road
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DATE: July 12, 1994 for the City Council Meeting of July 18, 1994
TO: Dwight Johnson, City Manager through
Fred G. Moore, P.E. , Director of Public Works
FROM: Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E. City Engineer
SUBJECT: PROJECT STATUS REPORT
BACKGROUND: Enclosed are the status reports provided by various consultants
performing engineering services in the City. Also attached is the monthly Erosion
Control Report for all active developments in Plymouth. Following is a summary of
the project status reports received from the four consultants who have active projects
with the City of Plymouth.
1. STRGAR-ROSCOE-FAUSCH, INC.:
City Project No. 106 - Northwest Boulevard (54th Avenue to 56th Avenue)
is complete except for the final punch list items.
(See Map - B)
City Project No. 011 - Northwest Boulevard (45th Avenue to Schmidt Lake
Road) and Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to Pineview Lane) was
opened to traffic on September 1, 1993. The contractor, Shaffer Construction,
has been slow returning to the project site to complete an extensive punch list as
well as the placement of the bituminous wearing course. We are attempting to
have this work completed prior to August 1 when the northerly section of
Northwest Boulevard should be completed and open to traffic. In addition, a
left turn lane at the intersection of 42nd Place and Northwest Boulevard will be
constructed this month as part of the requirement of the Swan Lake South
development for their access.
(See Map - C)
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SUBJECT: Project Status Report
July 13, 1994
Page No. 2
City Project No. 205 - Northwest Boulevard (Schmidt Lake Road to 54th
Avenue) is proceeding and the bridge deck work has been completed. The
guard rails, fences, and the wearing course of the deck will be completed this
month. The roadway, including the church turn lane, is completed through the
gravel base and curb and gutter. Paving of the roadway is scheduled for the
week of July 11, 1994. It is anticipated that the project will be completed and
open to traffic by August 1, 1994.
(See Map - D)
City Project No. 031 - County Road 24 and Medina Road is completed through
the Phase I portion except for punch list work. The contract for Phase 11
construction is scheduled for award at the July 11 City Council meeting to the
low bidder, C.S. McCrossan. Construction should start approximately ten days
after the award.
(See Map - E)
City Project No. 213 - Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to Fernbrook
Lane is proceeding with the installation of the utilities west of I-494. The
grading and utility installation east of I-494 is essentially completed.
(See Map - F)
City Project No. 037 - Fernbrook Lane (27th Avenue to 34th Avenue) has had
the draft Preliminary Engineering report completed and submitted for staff
review and comment. In addition, draft Signal Justification reports for
proposed signals at Harbor Lane and 27th Avenue have also been submitted.
(See Map - G1)
City Project No. 309 - 36th Avenue/Lancaster Lane Traffic Signal has had the
draft Signal Justification Report completed and submitted to staff for review.
(See Map - G2)
City Project No. 310 - New County Road 9 (Trunk Highway 55 to Vicksburg
Lane) has been reviewed by MnDOT and Hennepin County and final revisions
have been made. The final plans will now be submitted to Hennepin County
and MnDOT State Aid for final approval within one week. City staff is
finalizing right-of-way acquisition and it is anticipated that this project will be
bid toward the end of August.
(See Map - G3)
SUBJECT: Project Status Report
July 13, 1994
Page No. 3
City Project No. 316 - Schmidt Lake Road EAW/Alignment Study (Vicksburg
Lane to Peony Lane) has been discussed with City staff and changes made to the
proposed concept layout and resubmitted to City staff along with a cost estimate
for review.
(See Map G4)
City Project No. 406 - Trunk Highway 55 North Frontage Road and South
Shore Drive has had final construction plans completed and will be submitted to
City the City Council at their July 11 meeting for approval and the setting of a
bid date for August 3, 1994. The required permit from MnDOT is expected
within two weeks for the work within the trunk Highway 55 right of way. The
award of contract is anticipated to be made at the August 15 City Council
meeting. The site work to be completed by Holiday Companies is scheduled to
begin this month in order to have the site available for the road construction
after the City Contract has been awarded.
(See Map - G5)
City Project No. 310 - New Traffic Signal at New Count Road 9/Relocated
County Road 24/Trunk Highway 55 has had final plans submitted to MnDOT
and Hennepin County for review. MnDOT has indicated they will initiate the
agreement process necessary to use the funds set aside for this signal
installation.
(See Map -G3)
City Project No. 214 - Xenium Lane Traffic Study has been completed and
submitted to staff.
(See Map N)
City Project No. 333 - County Road 6, Xenium Lane to Fernbrook Lane Traffic
Study has been completed and a final report submitted to staff.
(See Map G6)
City Project No. 419 - Vicksburg Lane/22nd Avenue Traffic Study is underway
to analyze the future warrants for a traffic signal at this intersection based on a
concept plan for the commercial site at the southeast quadrant of this
intersection. A draft report was submitted to City staff on July 12, 1994.
Subsequently, the developer has requested termination of this study as they are
no longer interested in this site.
City Project No. 415 - Westbranch 3rd Addition (east of Dunkirk Lane and
north of proposed County Road 9 has commenced with a project initiation
meeting held with City staff on June 29, 1994.
(See Map N-1)
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SUBJECT: Project Status Report
July 12, 1994
Page No. 4
City Project No. - 1994 Trail Improvements has commenced with a
project initiation meeting held with Park and Recreation staff on June 29, 1994.
Field work is scheduled for the week of July 11 and a draft preliminary
engineering report will be submitted to staff by August 15, 1994.
2. BONESTROO, ROSENE ANDERLIK AND ASSOCIATES, INC.:
City Project No. 906 - Medina Road Trunk Watermain Improvements (between
Vicksburg Lane and Dunkirk Lane) is currently on hold pending a determination
on the location of Medina Road in this area. The plans and specifications are
approximately 80% complete.
(See Map - L)
City Project No. 907 - Vicksburg Lane, Schmidt Lake Road and Fernbrook
Lane Street and Utility Improvements is substantially complete, including all
pavement marking and signing. The remaining finish grading and restoration
will be completed in the next week. The bituminous wearing course will be
completed in 1995. Phase II of this project which extends Schmidt Lake Road
westerly from Fernbrook Lane to Vicksburg Lane has had a draft preliminary
report prepared and submitted to staff for review.
(See Map - M)
City Project No. 909 - Well No. 11 Pump House South of County Road 9 and
east of Zachary Lane) is nearly complete and painting will be done next week.
The telemetry and instrumentation will be delayed until the watermain work
along County Road 9 is completed by Annandale Contracting. After the
watermain is completed, the pump house work will be completed in two to three
weeks.
(See Map - M-1)
City Proiect No. 214 - Xenium Lane Street and Utilitv Imvrovements (Xenium
Lane to Northwest Boulevard south of County Road 9) has included staff efforts
to obtain the necessary right-of-way for this project with limited success.
Currently the City's traffic consultant, SRF is analyzing the need for this project
to move ahead based on traffic needs.
(See Map - N)
City Proiect No. 308 - Dunkirk Lane Street and Utilitv Imvrovements (Old
Rockford Road to New County Road 9) is substantially complete, including the
bituminous paving which was done on July 9. The wear course will be
completed in 1995. The restoration, pavement marking and signing will be
completed later this month.
(See Map - 02)
SUBJECT: Project Status Report
July 13, 1994
Page No. 5
City Project No. 311 - Fernbrook Lane Watermain Improvements (County Road
6 to Luce Line Trail), Lake Camelot (County Road 47 to Maple Grove city
limits). County Road 9 - Raw waterline (Well No. 11 to Zachary Water
Treatment Plant is completed except for the raw watermain under Zachary Lane
near County Road 9. The jacking subcontractor has started this work with the
installation of a second casing. This work will be completed the week of July
11. Annandale Contracting will complete the watermain installation under
Zachary Lane the following week. It is anticipated that a berm will then be
constructed along County Road 9 from Zachary Lane easterly approximately
500 feet after the watermain work has been completed.
(See Map - 03)
City Project No. 601 - 26th Avenue Street Improvements (Kilmer Lane to
Medicine Ridge Road) will soon be reconsidered at a public meeting scheduled
for July 19 followed by a public hearing at the July 25 City Council meeting.
(See Map - 04)
City Project No. 212 - 3 Million Gallon Hollydale Water Tower (Schmidt Lake
Road and Vicksburg Lane) had the Preliminary Report accepted at the
September 20 City Council meeting and the Council directed staff to set up a
public meeting on this project. (See Map - 05)
3. RUST ENVIRONMENT AND INFRASTRUCTURE:
City Project No. 206 - Bridlewood Farm 2nd Addition Street and Utility
Improvements (south of Medina Road between Yellowstone and Urbandale
Lanes) is substantially complete and a final inspection was conducted on June 22
with the City's inspector, the contractor's superintendent, and Rust Environment
and Infrastructure's project manager. Punch list items were found to be
satisfactorily completed and following receipt of the contractor's necessary
documentation, final payment willbe requested.
(See Map - Q)
City Project No. 304 - Bridlewood Farm 3rd Addition. Street and Utility
Improvements (south of Medina Road along Yellowstone Lane and 37th
Avenue) is nearing completion except for the wear course which the developer
has requested be delayed until September 1994 so that residential construction
and landscaping can be completed without disrupting the finished street. On
June 23, 1994 the street was excavated near the intersection of 37th Avenue and
Yellowstone Lane to examine the 18 inch high density polyethylene storm sewer
that had sustained damage. The pipe had been totally deflected and/or crushed
by heavy loading. The pipe was substantially repaired and excavation was
SUBJECT: Project Status Report
July 13, 1994
Page No. 6
backfilled. On June 27 the City's inspector, the contractor's superintendent and
Rust Environment and Infrastructure's project manager inspected utility access
structures and the project in general and subsequently a punch list was prepared.
Curb inspection will be done prior to the wear course paving.
(See Map - Q1)
4. SHORT-ELLIOTT-HENDRICKSON, INC.:
City Proiect No. 040 - NW -17 Trunk Sanitarv_Sewer (north of Countv Road 9
west of Xene Lane
) has been completed and final payment has been made. The
original portion of this project is in the process of resolution with Ryan
Contracting and a payment was approved for the materials used on that project.
(See Map - U)
City Project No. 301 - 1993 Street Reconstruction Program is being prepared
for final payment as nearly all punchlist items have been completed.
(See Map - V)
City Project No. 401 - 1994 Street Reconstruction Program has been divided
between the City Engineering Design Team and SEH's Design Team to be
called Part I (City Design Team) and Part H (SEH Design Team) to be called
Part I (City Design Team). The Part I portion of this program was bid on July
6 and a recommendation for award to C.S. McCrossan will be made at the July
18 City Council meeting. Part II of this program includes Vicksburg Lane from
Schmidt'Lake Road to County Road 47 and the plans and specifications will be
requested for approval at the July 11 City Council meeting with the bid date
scheduled for August 5, 1994.
(See Map - W)
5. THE APPROVED PAYMENTS LISTING is attached as Report No. 107 for
your information.
6. THE MONTHLY EROSION CONTROL STATUS REPORT is attached for
your information.
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CONSULTING ENGINEERS & PLANNERS
TRANSPORTATION ■ CIVIL ■ STRUCTURAL ■ ENVIRONMENTAL ■ PARKING
MEMORANDUM
TO: Fred G. Moore, P.E.
City of Plymouth
FROM: Jim Dvorak, P.E.
Tim Phenow, P.E.
DATE: July 8, 1994
SUBJECT: PROJECT STATUS REPORT
REC�EIIVEO
JUL 1 1 1994
The following are brief descriptions of the status of active projects assigned to us:
Northwest Boulevard (45th Avenue to Schmidt Lake Road)
Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to Pineview Lane)
City Project No. 011
SRF No. 0901340
The roadway was opened to traffic on September 1, 1993. The project will be completed
this summer with the placement of the bituminous wearing course.
Northwest Boulevard (54th Avenue to 56th Avenue)
City Project No. 106
SRF No. 0911519
Construction is complete except for punch list work.
Northwest Boulevard (Schmidt Lake Road to 54th Avenue)
City Project No. 205
SRF No. 0921637
The bridge deck has been completed. The guardrails, fences and the wearing course of
the deck will be completed this month. The roadway, including the church turn lane, is
completed through the gravel base and curb and gutter. Paving of the roadway is
scheduled for the week of July 11, 1994.
Suite 150, One Carlson Parkway North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55447-4443
(612) 475-0010 FAX (612) 475-2429
Fred G. Moore, P.E. - 2 - July 8, 1994
County Road 24 and Medina Road
City Project No. 031
SRF No. 0921643
Phase I construction is complete except for punch list work.
The contract for Phase II construction is anticipated to be awarded at the -July 11 Council
meeting. Construction should start approximately 10 days after the award.
Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to Fernbr_ook Lane)
City Project No. 213
SRF No. 0921675
The Contractor is working on the utilities and has essentially completed grading east of
1-494. Grading and sanitary sewer construction west of 1-494 is continuing.
Fernbrook Lane (27th Avenue to 34th Avenue)
City Project No. 037
SRF No. 0921718
This project is on hold pending further staff direction.
36th Avenue/Lancaster Lane Traffic Signal
City Project No. 309
SRF No. 0921779
This project is on hold pending further staff direction.
New County Road 9 between T.H. 55 and Vicksburg Lane
City Project No. 310
SRF No. 0931781
Comments on the plans have been received from Mn/DOT and Hennepin County and final
revisions have been made. We anticipate submitting the plans to Hennepin County and
Mn/DOT State -Aid for final approval within one week.
City staff is currently working on right-of-way acquisition for the project.
Fred G. Moore, P.E. -3-
Schmidt
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Schmidt Lake Road/Peony Lane
SRF No. 0931865
This project is on hold pending further staff direction.
T.H. 55 North Frontage Road and South Shore Drive
City Project No. 406
SRF No. 0941991
July 8, 1994
We anticipate receiving the required permit from Mn/DOT for work within the T.H. 55 right-
of-way in two weeks. The plans are proposed to be approved at the Jury 11 Council
meeting and a bid date established for August 3, 1994. Award of a contract could then be
made at the August 15 meeting.
Xenium Lane Extension Traffic Study
SRF No. 0942025 i'c4v
A final report was submitted to staff and the project is complete.
County Road 9/County Road 24/T.H. 55 Signal
SRF No. 0942029
Plans for the signal have been submitted to Mn/DOT and Hennepin County for review.
Mn/DOT has indicated they will initiate the agreement process necessary to use the funds
Mn/DOT has set aside for this signal.
SRF No. 0942056 fi-r
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A final report was submitted to staff and the project is complete.
Vicksburg Lane/22nd Avenue Traffic Study
SRF No. 0942072
A draft report will be submitted to City staff by July 15, 1994.
Fred G. Moore, P.E. - 4 - July 8, 1994
West Branch 3rd Addition
City Project No.
SRF No. 0942078
A project initiation meeting was held with staff on June 29, 1994.
1994 Trail Improvements
City Project No.
SRF No. 0942080
A project initiation meeting was held with staff on June 29, 1994. Field work is scheduled
for the week of July 11 and a draft preliminary engineering report will be submitted to staff
by August 15, 1994.
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cc: Dan Faulkner, City of Plymouth
Dan Campbell, City of Plymouth
141 Bonestroo
Rosene
® Anderlik &
Associates
Engineers & Architects
July 8, 1994
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Attn: Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner
Re: Project Status Report
File No. 70
Dear Dan:
Otto G. 8onestroo. P.E.
Howard A. Sanford. P.E.
Agnes M. Ring, A.I.C.P.
L. Phillip Gravel. P.E.
Robert W. Rosen. PE'
Keith A. Gordon. P.E.
Thomas W. Peterson. P.E.
Karen L. Wiemeri. P.E.
Joseph C. Andedik P.E.
Robert R. Pfefrerle. P.E.
Michael C. Lynch, P.E.
Gary D. Kristofrm P.E.
Marvin L. Sorvala. P.E.
Richard W. Foster, P.E.
James R. Maland. P.E.
F. Todd Foster, P.E.
Richard E. Turner. P.E.
David O. Loskota. RE.
Jerry D. Pertzsch, P.E.
Keith R. Yapp, P.E.
Glenn R. Cook P.E.
Robert C. Russek A.I.A.
Scott J. Argank. P.E.
Douglas J. Benoit P.E.
Thomas E. Noyes. P.E.
Jerry A. Bourdon, P.E.
Kenneth P. Anderson, P.E.
Shawn D. Gustafson, P.E.
Robert G. Schunicht P.E.
Mark A. Hanson, P.E.
Mark R. Rolfs, P.E.
Cecilio Olivier, P.E.
Susan M. Eberlin, C.P.A.
Michael T. Rautrnann. P.E.
Mark A. Seip, P.E.
Paul G. Heuer, P.E.
*Senior Consultant
Ted K. Field. P.E.
Gary W. Morien, P.E.
John P. Gorder, P.E.
Thomas R. Anderson. A.I.A.
Paul J. Gannon. A.I.A.
Charles A. Erickson
Donald C. Burgardt P.E.
Daniel J. Edgerton, P.E.
Leo M. Pawelsky
Thomas A. Syfka P.E.
A. Rick Schmidt P.E.
Harlan M. Olson
Frederic J. Stenborg. P.E.
Philip J. Caswell, P.E.
James F. Engelhardt
Ismael Martinez P.E.
Mark D. Wallis. P.E.
Michael P. Rau. P.E.
Miles 8. Jensen. P.E.
The following status report has been prepared for all current BRA/City of Plymouth
projects.
PRELIMINARY REPORTS
Project 214 - Xenium Lane Street and Utility Improvements:
The City Council has accepted the Preliminary Report for this project and directed the City
Staff to proceed with right-of-way acquisition for the roadway.
Project 601 - 26th Avenue Street Improvements:
The City Council has discussed the project in a November 15, 1993 study session. We are
awaiting notice on how to proceed with the project.
Project 212 - 3 Million Gallon Hollydale Water Tower:
The City Council accepted the Preliminary Report at its September 20, 1993 meeting and
directed Staff to set up a public meeting on the project. The public meeting has not yet
been scheduled.
Project 907 - Vicksburg Lane, Schmidt Lake Road and Fernbrook Lane Street and Utility
Improvements, Phase 2:
This project has been split into two phases. Phase 1 is under construction and includes the
improvements on Fernbrook Lane from 45th Avenue to Schmidt Lake Road.: A draft
Preliminary Report for the entire project has been submitted to the City. Following City
Staff review, we will finalize the Preliminary Report for Phase 2 of the project.
2335 West Highway 36 9 St. Paul, MN 55113 9 612-636-4600
City of Plymouth July 8, 1994
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner
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PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Medina Road Trunk Water Main Improvements:
The plans and specifications for this project are partially complete. The project is currently
on hold, pending receipt of all the necessary easements and rights-of-way.
ACTIVE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Project 308 - Dunkirk Lane Street and Utility Improvements - S.M. Hentges: -
The utilities and curb & gutter installation have been completed. The remaining aggregate
base work will be completed this week. The paving will be done next week. The remaining
work which includes restoration, pavement marking and signing will be completed later this
month. The schedule for the project is as follows:
Project completion (exc. wear) July 1, 1994
Complete wear course July 1, 1995
Project 907, Phase 1 - Fernbrook Lane Street and Utility Improvements - Ryan
Contracting:
All of the pavement marking and signing has been completed. The remaining finish grading
and restoration will be completed in the next week. The bituminous wearing course will be
done in 1995. The schedule for Phase 1 of the project is as follows:
Project completion (exc. wear) July 1, 1994
Complete wear course July 1, 1995
Water Main Improvements: Project 311 - Fernbrook Lane, Project 110 - Maple Grove
Connection, Project 909 - Well No. 11 - Annandale Contracting.
All of the water main installation has been completed, except for the raw water main under
Zachary Lane. Near the intersection of Zachary Lane and CSAH No. 9, the jacking
subcontractor has started jacking the second casing this week. This work will be completed
next week. Annandale Contracting will complete the water main installation under Zachary
Lane the following week. The first casing will be filled with concrete. The original schedule
for this project was as follows:
Project completion (exc. restor.) June 1, 1994
Complete restoration July 1, 1994
City of Plymouth July 8, 1994
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner
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Project 909 - Well No. 11 Pumping Facility - Municipal Builders, Inc.:
The sodding, bituminous, controls, plumbing, start-up and wall panels have been completed.
The painting will be done next week. The telemetry and instrumentation will be delayed
until the water main is completed by Annandale Contracting. After the -water main is
completed, this work will be completed in two to three weeks. The schedule for this project
is as follows:
Project completion July 1, 1994
Sincerely,
BONESTROO, ROSENE, ANDERLIK & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Shawn D. Gustafson, P.E.
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INFRASTRUCTURE
Formerly SEC Donohue
July 6, 1994
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447-1482
Re: Bridlewood Farm 2nd Addition Improvements
City Project No. 206
Status Report No. 25
Dear Mr. Faulkner:
RUST Environment & Infrastructure Inc.
3033 Campus Drive, Suite 175
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Tel. (612) 551-1001 • FAX (612) 551-2499
The following activities have transpired on City Project No. 206 since June 9, 1994.
Corrective work on the bituminous wearing course was completed the week of June 6, 1994.
Repairs on the concrete curb and gutter were performed the following week, as were other
miscellaneous punchlist items.
On June 22nd, the City's inspector, the contractor's superintendent, and RUST E&I met at the
project site for the purpose of doing a final inspection. Punchlist items were found to be
satisfactorily completed, and the entire project completed in substantial compliance with the
specifications.
We have communicated with the contractor regarding documentation that must be submitted
before consideration can be given to signing the request for final payment. In the forthcoming
month, we hope to receive the required information. It may then be possible to close out the
project.
If there are any questions or comments regarding this status report, please call me at 551-2427.
Sincerely,
!Eu�gee derson, P.E.
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July 6, 1994 Formerly sECDnunhue
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447-1482
Re: Bridlewood Farm 3rd Addition Improvements
City Project No. 304
Status Report No. 17
Dear Mr. Faulkner:
Since June 9, 1994, the status of the referenced project is as follows.
N 0 MORE
RUST Environment & Infrastruaure Inc.
3033 Campus Drive, Suite 175
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Tel. (612) 551-1001 • FAX (612) 551-2499
At the intersection of 37th Avenue North with Yellowstone Lane North/Zircon Lane North, it was
discovered that the 18 -inch high density polyethylene storm sewer that was installed on the
project, and which drains the easterly side of the intersection, had sustained damage. The pipe
was excavated on June 23, 1994, to determine the extent of the damage, possible cause, and to
make repairs. While the cause is subject to conjecture, it was evident that the pipe had been
totally deflected, crushed, by a heavy loading. The pipe was suitably repaired and the excavation
was backfilled.
On June 27th, the City's inspector, the contractor's superintendent, and RUST E&I inspected
utility access structures and the project in general. A punchlist was prepared and forwarded to
the contractor. Extensive inspection of the concrete curb and gutter was not done because
portions of the curb were inaccessible due to adjacent development. Curb inspection will be done
later prior to wear course paving.
In the upcoming month, the contractor may proceed with punchlist work. When completed, the
items will be inspected for final acceptance. Similarly, if conditions allow the concrete curb and
gutter could be checked for possible damage; settlement, and needed repairs. Construction of
wearing course paving is not anticipated due to ongoing construction activities on lots abutting
streets on the project.
If there are any questions or comments regarding the above, please call me at 551-2427.
Sincerely,
"Eugen L. Anderson, P.E.
File: 42611.330
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>'JST. PAUL, MN ❑ MINNEAPOLIS, MN ❑ ST. CLOUD, MN ❑ CHIPPEWA FALLS. WI
TO: Dan Faulkner, City Engineer
FROM: Sue Mason
DATE: July 11, 1994
RE: Plymouth, Minnesota
Project Status Report
SEH No.: A-PLYMO1091.01, A-PLYM02053.00, A-PLYM03085.01
A-PLYM09401.01
1991 Street Reconstruction Program - Phase 2 - City Project No. 102
❑ MADISON, WI
SEH is coordinating with City staff to schedule a final warranty period review of the project.
1992 Street Reconstruction Program - City Project No. 201
SEH is coordinating with City staff to schedule a final warranty review for the project.
1993 Street Reconstruction Program - City Project No. 301
This project is being coordinated to ready for final payment.
1994 Street Reconstruction Program - Part 2, Vicksburg Lane - City Proiect No. 401
The plans and specs are going to the Council for approval at the July 11, 1994 Council
meeting.
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APPROVE PAYMENTS
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
FROM 06/20/94 TO 07/18/94
REPORT NO. 107
Fernbrook Lane, Maple Grove
Annandale Contracting, Inc.
311, 110,
06/08/94
06/13/94
$48,920.25
Connection, Well No. 11
909
Northwest Boulevard
Edward Kraemer & Sons, Inc.
205
06/13/94
06/14/94
30,758.04
Schmidt Lake Road
C.S. McCrossan Const., Inc.
213
06/13/94
06/14/94
155,409.13
Deep Well No. 11 - Pumping
Municipal Builders, Inc.
909
06/14/94
06/15/94
66,565.55
Fac.
DATE: July 12, 1994
TO: Daniel L. Faulkner, City Engineer
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FROM: Darrell Johnson, Sr. Engineering Technician - Drainage
SUBJECT: ' EROSION CONTROL STATUS REPORT
Erosion control efforts have continued this past month with six additional warning letters and
four $100 penalties that were sent to developers for dirty streets. Attached is the updated
street cleaning status report dated July 12, 1994.
The Bassett Creek Watershed conducted their inspections on June 15, 1994. Of the 53 active
construction sites they visited, 26 were found to be in compliance with erosion control
practices and 27 sites were found to be in violation. All violators have been notified to correct
the existing problem and have been given a five day time frame in which corrective actions
must be completed. It is my understanding that all commercial/industrial sites will be
inspected for erosion control by the Building Division.
attachment
cc: Fred G. Moore
1994 STREET CLEANING PENALTIES Revised:7/12/94
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WARNING
SUBDIVISION
CONTACT PERSON
LETTER
$100
$100
$200
$300.
$300'
Autumn Hills
Dave Henners
473-1231 x 69
BassLake Terrace 2nd & 3rd Add.
Vern Reynolds
May, 3
425-6442
Bay Pointe on Mooney Lake
Dave Henners
473-1231 x 69
Bitoerin
Chris Censki
April, 14
476-1925
Boulder Crest
Dane Swenson or Fritz
473-8511
Boulder Ridge 2nd & 3rd
Betsy Krutzig
June, 24
559-3271
Bridlewood Farm
Jeff Franc 478-9848
March, 30
Bill Pritchard 544-7333
Churchill Farms
Dave Henners
473-1231 x 69
Courtyards of French Creek
David Newman
757-2926
Curtis Lake
John Lino
882-1112
Eaglewood
Dale Runkel
June, 17
454-4663
Fawn Creek Addition
Dr. Dennis Arne
W: 473-4241
Forster Preserve
Tom Graham or Jake Enebak
April, 1
May, 26
546-8216
Golfview Estates
Bernie Barr
March, 30
July, 11
559-0085
Greenwood Ponds
Earl Fischer
June, 29
473-0706
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1994 STREET CLEANING PENALTIES Revised:7/12/94
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WARNING
SUBDIVISION
CONTACT PERSON
LETTER
$100
$100
$200
$300
$300
Harbor Woods
Dave Henners
473-1231 x 69
Heather Run
Dave Henners
473-1231 x 69
Heritage Woods Estates 2nd Add.
Robert Enebak
333-1307
Holly Creek 1st & 2nd
Craig Scherber
June, 14
June, 16
428-8400
Ironhorse Estates
Fred Smith 541-1451
Cindy Elcher 420-2746
Kimberly Woods
Tim Rachel
553-1824
Kingsview Heights 3rd
Paul or Keith Harstad
636-3751
Lancaster Park Apartments
Ken Isaacson 926-9467
H 926-9408
North Fork
Jack Swedlund
557-0662
Parker's Lake North 8th,9th,&10th
Dave Hansing or Sandy
trailer # 473-1406
Parker's Woods
Woody Perl
June, 27
938-6727
Pine Creek
Vicky Siskin
May, 26
546-3592
Pintail Villas
Don Jensen 638-0534
Doug Fiala 452-1329
Plymouth Green Villas
John DeVries
April, 20
June, 27
550-1346
Plymouth Oaks
Terry Dahlstrom 557-4571
May, 6
May, 26
Chuck Dillerud 550-7633
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1994 STREET CLEANING PENALTIES Revisedo7/12/94
WARNING
SUBDIVISION
CONTACT PERSON
LETTER
$100
$100
$200
$300
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Plymouth Pointe
John Peterson 755-9793
April, 1
April, 6
June, 16
Good Value Homes
Ponderosa Woods 3rd
A.J. Poppelaars
925-2761
Quail Hollow
Homer Thompkins or
Pam Backer 627-0823
Rebecca Woods
Craig Anderson
473-3976
Rockford Estates
Pat Goff
482-0767
Seven Ponds 5th,6th,&7th Add.
Ted Hagen
572-9455
Sugar Hills 1st & 2nd Add.
Mark Reichel 636-9991
June, 16
Marty Harstad
Sunset Valley Homes 2nd
Russ Bendickson 545-3132
May, 20
May, 26
Chuck Dillerud 550-7633
Swan Lake South
Tom Graham or Jake Enebak
April, 1
May, 20
546-8216
Trenton Ponds
Jim Zachman
470-4544
Westbranch
Bill Pritchard
(plymouth creek heights)
544-7333
Wild Wings Dev.
John DeVries
550-8411
DATE: JULY 14, 1994
TO: DWIGHT J SON, CITY MANAGER
FROM: TAMMY W , DATA INSPECTION/CONTROL CLERK
SUBJECT: BUILDING PERMIT ISSUED REPORT FOR
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL/PUBLIC & CHURCH USE
TYPES
WEEK OF: JULY 6 - JULY 13, 1994
There were no building permits for commercial/industrial/public or church for new
construction, or additions over $50,000 for this time period.
The July Monthly Building Permit will show that there have been several permits
issued under "Commercial -Other", and the valuation will probably be quite substantial.
This is due to each tenant within the West Suburban Health Campus (2855 Campus
Drive) taking out a separate permit to complete the interior finish.
Please see me if you have any questions. Thank you!
REGIONAL BLUEPRINT
BLUEPRINT
DIRECTIONS AFFIRMED
BUT SOME CHANGES
NEEDED
A competitive regional economy,
revitalized neighborhoods, well-
planned growth and a healthy
environment — all key directions of
the Metropolitan Council's proposed
Regional Blueprint — received
broad support from groups and
individuals who commented on the
draft action plan in April and May.
The BI eprint is an action plan for
shapja the future economic growth
anCWlopraenW theA region.
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Six open houses cosponsored
the Council and 23 other organiza-
tions, and a two-day public hearing,
brought together Council policy-
makers and staff, local government
officials, business people, the public
and others to discuss the Blueprint.
The Council's Community
Development Committee will begin
discussing the comments July 11
(see calendar). Council action on a
final version of the Blueprint is
expected August 25.
Most people commenting on the
draft acknowledged that achieving
the Blueprint's goals is necessary
for the region to remain strong and
healthy. Many urged refinements to
the strategies, while others took
issue with specific action steps.
QUALITY OF LIFE AND
SENSE OF COMMUNITY
UNDERSCORED
The Blueprint should put the "public"
back in "public policy," some people
recommended. The Blueprint should
emphasize meeting people's needs
and developing their capabilities.
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N STRONG SUPPORT FOR
A COMPETITIVE
ECONOMY
People commenting on the Blueprint
strongly supported its strategies to
strengthen the region's economy by:
• Ensuring high-quality, cost-
effective metropolitan systems, like
highways, airports and sewers;
• Bolstering education and job
training; and
• Working for a stronger business
acclimate.
Man ry underscored the importance
of improving the skills of the
region's Ttibor force and supporting
the efforts % existing economic
development organizations. Some
questioned what `role the Council
should play in draining and
education. 4$
Otherssaid the Blueprin%should
emphasize "quality" emplogment,
with decent wages and benefits5 and
it should put a priority on growing, or
expanding existing businesses
before attracting new ones. %
Several people urged the Council t
address the role of future airpol
development to support the region's
economic growth.
REVITALIZING
DETERIORATED AREAS:
HOW BEST TO DO IT?
Many comments offered differing
views on revitalization strategies,
even though most people agreedd
that maintaining a strong, vital cor�
is essential to the region.
July 1994
• Lowering barriers to economic
growth, like cleaning up polluted
sites;
• Using redevelopment tools more
effectively, like tax -increment
financing, industrial revenue bonds,
rezoning and eminent domain;
• oExpl
property
• Poss
0100=40eopllita�
• Exp
options I
with lob;
Some peopl 0,encburaged the
Council to.=,giVe thee region`s-urban
core they=��hlghest„>' priority for
economic development. - Others
urged balancing the needs of central
cities and suburbs.
Some supported limiting tax -
increment financing to older areas,
but others suggested using the
program in suburban areas as well.
Many people favored not only
providing housing assistance in
older areas but also using public
funds to ensure affordable housing
opportunities region -wide.
The need to clean up polluted sites
for future redevelopment was also
strongly supported.
N GOOD PLANNING
FAVORED, BUT HOW
MUCH IS ENOUGH?
Comments on the Blueprint split
over how carefully to plan new
growth.
The Blueprint's goal is to meet
residents' changing needs and
provide urban services while
containing infrastructure costs by:
• Encouraging development to
occur within an urban service area
Other people suggested that the The Blueprint proposes Oto while discouraging urban
development in the rural area;
Blueprint build a stronger sense of strengthen the employment I -se
community locally and region -wide and livability of target ateas by,
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• Encouraging communities to
plan together in "clusters" to solve
common problems;
• Fostering a range of housing
types throughout the region to meet
people's life -cycle needs and
incomes; and
• Keeping regional system costs
and debt within bounds to preserve
the region's triple-A bond rating.
Some people argued for limiting
expansion of the urban service area,
while others said the urban service
boundary should be more flexible to
accommodate growth.
Many suggested that the Council
improve its methods for calculating
the amount of land available for
development within the urban
service area.
Others said the urban service area
should not be expanded piece -meal;
it should be determined by looking
further into the future, perhaps to
the years 2010 or 2020.
The Council should manage
development and regional
infrastructure investments to better
support transit development, higher
densities and energy conservation,
according to some comments.
Support was vocal for giving older
areas higher funding priorities for
regional infrastructure, and for a
more balappgV development pattern
around tFie :region.
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Several people said the B016pnnP
should incorporate the principles of
sustainable development, to meet
present needs without sacrificing the
ability of future generations to meet
theirs.
Interest was strong in clarifying how
cluster planning would work. Some
suggested that old and new
communities could join in solving
problems. It's clear that
communities are already planning
jointly, and that the process should
be cooperative, voluntary and based
on partnerships.
Many people called for greater
coordination with adjacent counties
to control leapfrog development.
Strong support was offered for
measures to control large -lot
residential development in rural
areas, and to protect agriculture as
a legitimate long-term land use.
Concerns were expressed that
increasing the diversity of housing
might rely on penalties rather than
incentives, while others favored
requirements that housing strategies
be included in local comprehensive
plans.
BALANCE SOUGHT IN
ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION
The draft Blueprint calls for
protecting the environment to
enhance the region's economic
vitality and livability, by:
• Developing a regional water
management plan;
• Incorporating environmental
protections in local comprehensive
plans; and
0 Coordinating the management
of the region's major rivers — the
Mississippi, Minnesota and St.
Croix.
Many people supported strong
environmental protection as part of
the Blueprint's regional economic
and development strategies.
Some suggested that development
plans be assessed to determine
their "environmental suitability" and
that the land's ability to support
development be carefully observed
to prevent environmental damage.
But a significant number urged the
Council to avoid duplicating the
work of other agencies and to weigh
the needs for protection against the
costs, especially the broad goal of
"no adverse impact" on the regitiFt's
waters. 40
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Also questio d 4s the feasibility
of coorflinat the management of
no thWoregion's three major rivers.
N OTHER TOOLS TO
IMPLEMENT THE
BLUEPRINT
Many thoughtful suggestions were
offered for clarifying the Council's
authority and role in regional
housing issues. The Blueprint
proposes designating housing as a
regional "system." Such a
designation would enable the
Council to require changes in local
comprehensive plans to meet
regional housing and development
objectives.
Others, however, disagreed. Some
argued for a regional housing policy,
but did not support a system
designation. Others called for more
clarity in describing what it would
mean to make the Blueprint itself a
..system."
The proposed comprehensive
planning requirements in the
Blueprint also drew comments.
Some people said there's a need for
greater "teeth" in the Council's
authority to ensure good local
planning. Others questioned this
0
approach, saying that many
communlVes do not follow their own
comprehensive plans.
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MEETING CILENDAR
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The Council will consider the
comments receive on the Blueprint
and final Blueprint revisions at the
meetings listed be9w.
All meetings will le held at the
Council offices. Mg�eting times and
agendas are occasionally changed,
so please call tQ confirm (291-
6312). 9
July 11 — Community
Development Committee, noon,
Conference Roofn 1-A: Overview
of public comlents.
July 14 — �pmmunity
DevelopmenTTCommittee, noon -
4 pm, Co9prence Room 1-A:
Work session to consider revisions
on the $c,'llowing topics:
erview, Goals, Mission
egional Economic Strategy
Regional Reinvestment
® Strategy
Possible new policy on sense
of community
July 19 — Community
Development Committee, noon -
4 pm, Conference Room 1-A:
Work session to consider revisions
on the following topics:
- Regional Strategy for Guiding
Growth r`ZT "I' m�r�a
- Regional Environmeptalm- , Strategy
- Implementing the lua ri t. ,
August 8 — Co icy
final Bluep
August 9 Community
Development Committee; -n" 'don,
Conference Room 1-A: Review of
final draft.
August 22 — Community
Development Committee, noon,
Conference Room 1-A: Action on
final draft.
August 25 — Metropolitan
Council, 4 p.m., Chambers:
Adoption of final draft.
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CITY'-
CI1Y OF
PLYMOUTFF
For Immediate Release For more information or for a list of
participating groups, call Sara Cwayna,
550-5198
Plymouth to Have Biggest National Night Out Yet
People living in Plymouth are on track to organize the City's largest National
Night Out (NNO) yet when they mark the annual crime prevention event on Tues., Aug.
2, 6 - 9 p.m. Forty-five neighborhood groups are planning events to celebrate NNO,
according to Public Safety Education Specialist Sara Cwayna.
"We've had a great response. The apartment community is putting in a
tremendous effort to organize the rental community this year," Cwayna said. In addition
to more groups planning events, they are planning larger events. NNO events in
Plymouth include pool parties, bands, deejays, pig roasts, pizza parties and neighborhood
potlucks.
"We're very excited about the growth we've seen in National Night Out," Cwayna
said. Local businesses have been helpful in promoting the event. Some, like Domino's
Pizza, are offering National Night Out specials, according to Cwayna.
This is Plymouth's third year celebrating National Night Out, a national crime
prevention event, in which all households are encouraged to turn on their outdoor lights
and organize neighborhood gatherings. The event is aimed at helping people meet their
neighbors, heightening crime prevention awareness, building community spirit and
sending a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized. In Plymouth,
McGruff, Police Officers, Firefighters and other city officials will visit neighborhoods
that have registered their events with the Police Department.
For more information on NNO, call Sara Cwayna at 550-5198.
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We Listen • We Solve • We Care
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
Barr
Engineering Company
8300 Norman Center Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55437-1026
Phone: (612) 832-2600
Fax: (612) 832-2601
July 6, 1994
Mr. Dwight Johnson
City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Road
Plymouth, MN 55447
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RE: Bassett Creek Water Management Commission, 1993 Annual Report
Dear Mr. Johnson:
In accordance with the Minnesota Rules Chapter 8410, "Metropolitan Area
Local Water Management," Water Management Organizations are required to submit
an annual report to the Board of Water and Soil Resources. The 1993 Annual
Report was approved by the Commission at its May 19, 1994 meeting.
The Minnesota Rules require that each WMO provide communication to inform
the public of its activities. The 1993 Annual Report identifies the
Commission's representative from each city; and discusses the goals and
policies of the organization, the 1993 work plan summary, the 1994 project work
plan, and other information relative to the Commission's activities.
Enclosed for the City's use, and for review by interested citizens, is a
copy of the Bassett Creek Water Management Commission's 1993 Annual Report.
Additional copies of the report will be sent to the public libraries within the
Bassett Creek Watershed.
Sincerely,
J es P. Herbert, P.E.
Engineer for the Bassett Creek Water
Management Commission
JPH/cnl
Enclosure
c: Mr. Fred Moore
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I. Annual Activity Report
A. 1993 Commissioners
Municipality
Commissioners
Alternates
Term Expires
Crystal
William Monk
David Anderson
February 1, 1994
4141 Douglas Dr.
2949 Hampshire Ave.
Crystal, MN 55422
Crystal, MN 55427
531-1000
297-3010
Golden Valley
Edward Silberman
Dean Chenoweth
February 1, 1994
Treasurer
2235 Vale Crest Rd.
2325 Brookridge Ave.
Golden Valley 55422
Golden Valley 55422
938-6800
544-6488
Medicine Lake
John O'Toole
Neal Sorensen
February 1, 1994
181 Peninsula Rd.
132 Peninsula Rd.
Minneapolis 55441
Minneapolis 55441
540-2422
645-0751
Minneapolis
Marvin Hoshaw
R. Kannankutty
February 1, 1995
203 City Hall
309 Second Ave S
Minneapolis 55415
Minneapolis 55401
(Retired February 1993)
673-2456
R. Kannankutty
Jodi Polzin
309 Second Ave S
309 Second Ave S
Minneapolis 55401
Minneapolis 55401
673-2456
673-3626
(Effective March 1993)
(Effective March 1993)
Minnetonka
David Sonnenberg
Michael Johnson
February 1, 1995
Secretary (Effective March 1993)
14600 Minnetonka Blvd
14600 Minnetonka Blvd
Minnetonka 55435
Minnetonka 55435
939-8200
939-8200
New Hope
W. Peter Erick
Dan Donahue
February 1, 1995
Chairman
4401 Xylon Ave N
9000 47 % Ave N
New Hope 55428
New Hope 55428
531-5100
541-8210
Plymouth
Fred Moore
John Sweeney
February 1, 1996
Vice Chairman
3400 Plymouth Blvd
3400 Plymouth Blvd
Plymouth 55447
Plymouth 55447
550-5082
550-5080
Robbinsdale
Jerry Ruffenach
William Deblon
February 1, 1996
4015 42nd Ave N
4221 Lake Rd
Robbinsdale 55422
Robbinsdale 55422
537-2758
537-4534
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Municipality
Commissioners
Alternates
Term Exp'res
St. Louis Park
Don Rye
James Grube
February 1, 1996
Secretary
5005 Minnetonka Blvd
5005 Minnetonka Blvd
St. Louis Park 55416
St. Louis Park 55416
924-2551
(Retired April 1993)
James Grube
Mel Davis
5005 Minnetonka Blvd
2627 Zarthan Ave
St. Louis Park 55416
St. Louis Park 55416
924-2551
920-6795
(Effective May 1993)
(Effective May 1993)
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B. Commission Staff and Consultants
Commission Attorney
Curt Pearson
Wurst Pearson et al.
One Financial Plaza
120 South Sixth St. Ste. 1100
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1803
338-4200
Deputy Treasurer
Donald Taylor
City of Golden Valley
7800 Golden Valley Road
Golden Valley, MN 55427
593-8012
Corps of Engineers Representative
Commission Engineer
Leonard J. Kremer
Barr Engineering Co.
8300 Norman Center Drive .
Bloomington, MN 55437-1026
832-2781
Recorder
Elaine Anderson
Anderson Office Services
3200 Cavell Lane
Minneapolis, MN 55426
(Retired April 1993)
Pat Schutrop
Barr Engineering
8300 Norman Center Drive
Bloomington, MN 55437-1026
(Effective May 1993)
William W. Spychalla
St. Paul District, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Army Corps of Engineers Centre
190 Fifth Street East
St. Paul, MN 55101-1638
290-5727
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A- C. Commission Goals and 1993 Work Plan Summary
The primary goals of the Commission are to:
1. Reduce flooding along the Bassett Creek trunk system, which is defined as
a. The main channel from Medicine Lake to the Mississippi River.
b. The north branch from upstream of County Road 9 to its junctions with the
Main Stem near T.H. 100.
C. The Sweeney Lake branch, from its source in Section 5, T29N, R21 W to its
junction with the main stem downstream of Sweeney Lake.
d. Plymouth Creek, from the point where it intersects with Highway 55 in
Section 17, T228N, R22W to Medicine Lake, including the lake.
e. The designated water quantity and water quality storage facilities.
f. All other drains designated as trunks by the Commission.
2. Maintain and enhance the quality of the groundwater and surface -water resources in the
watershed. Manage land development and water resource development of the watershed
so that the beneficial uses of lakes and streams are available for maximum desired use by
the community and to minimize the pollution of lakes, water bodies and streams.
3. Minimize the effects of the selected plan on the existing aesthetic environmental quality
of the creek, by using a combination of structural and nonstructural alternatives. Where
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possible, the plan should enhance the existing environmental and aesthetic qualities.
Following is a summary of work performed during 1993. Work associated with review of
development proposals is listed in Paragraph E.
■ Bassett Creek Park/City of Crystal A conceptual design and analysis of proposed water
quality and flood control improvements in Bassett Creek Park was prepared. Bassett
Creek Park is located upstream of Highway 100 in the City of Crystal. The report "Water
Quality Treatment Facilities & Flood Control Improvements at Bassett Creek Park" was
prepared. A cooperative effort between the Bassett Creek Water Management
Commission, the Corps of Engineers, and the Minnesota Department of Transportation
will enable construction to be coordinated with the Highway 100 reconstruction and the
Bassett Creek Flood Control Project. The project includes diverting highway corridor and
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residential runoff, that now directly enters Bassett Creek downstream of Highway 100, to
a treatment pond. The proposed plan will improve the quality of stormwater runoff
entering Bassett Creek and provide substantial flood mitigation for areas downstream of
Highway 100.
■ Joint Powers Agreement The Minnesota legislature has over the years adopted many
new laws mandating the WMO's to perform additional duties and to be responsible for
public concerns relating to surface and groundwater and in 1990 adopted major changes
in legislation known as the "Metropolitan Surface Water Management Act," renumbered
state statutes, and directed the Board of Water and Soil Resources to promulgate new rules
regarding water management organization. The new rules became effective August 1,
1992 and directed all joint powers water management organizations to amend their joint
powers agreements to be consistent with the new state laws and BWSR rules. The amended
joint powers agreement for the Bassett Creek Water Management Commission was
approved by the Commission at its May 20, 1993 meeting. A copy of the joint power
agreement is appended.
■ Hennepin County Groundwater Plan The Commission actively participated in the
review of the proposed groundwater plan. The Commission provided comments to the
Hennepin Conservation District and worked with the District to draft revisions to the plan.
■ Water Quality Policy The Commission has recognized a need to assure adequate water
quality in the water bodies in its jurisdiction, and has taken steps to protect these
resources. During 1992, the Commission completed a report "Draft Water Quality
Management Plan". The report addressed the Commission's first water quality objectives
for the Bassett Creek Watershed. Objectives identified in the 1992 report include:
` ! classify water bodies according to use,
• set water quality goals for each water body, and
• develop an overall water quality plan.
During 1993, the Commission prepared a draft Water Quality Management Policy for the
Bassett Creek Watershed. The water quality management policy was written in accordance
with the objectives identified. The policy consists of two parts. Part 1 of the document
explains the rational and strategy of the Bassett Creek Water Management Commission in
establishing its Water Quality Management Policy. Specifically:
• Commission is mandated to manage water resources so beneficial uses remain
available to community.
i Commission recognizes public need for water quality protection.
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• Commission accepts water quality management as its highest priority.
Part 2 describes the Commission's review process and its specific requirements for
construction activities within the watershed. The document sets forth the water quality
management policy of the Commission and provides a common water quality policy for
Jthe entire Bassett Creek Watershed.
■ Penn Avenue Culvert Removal The City of Minneapolis reviewed.the costs associated
1 with the relocation of a water main required as part of the old Penn Avenue culvert
removal. It was determined that the cost of the water main relocation does not exceed the
project benefits of removing the culvert. Removal of the Penn Avenue Culvert was
deleted from the flood control project.
■ Northwood Lake Study The area surrounding Northwood Lake in the City of New Hope
has been subject to flood damage during severe storms and during frequent storms which
cause the overbank to be inundated for long periods of time. The Commission performed
a study to review land use and topographic information and to analyze hydrologic and
hydraulic conditions at the Northwood Lake drainage system. A report was prepared to
identify flooding problems and describe proposed improved conditions.
■ Golden Valley Country Club Control Structure Construction of the control structure
located along Bassett Creek began during 1993. The structure will reduce flooding along
the main stem of Bassett Creek. Plans and specifications were developed by the Corps of
Engineers.
■ Bassett Creek Stage 2B, Fruen Mill The Corps of Engineers let a contract for
preparation of plans and specifications of Stage 2B of the Bassett Creek Flood Control
Project. The project will reduce flood elevations along Bassett Creek in the vicinity of
Fruen Mill and The Glenwood Inglewood Company.
■ Water Quality The Commission prepared Watershed and Lake Management Plans for
Parkers Lake in Plymouth and Sweeney Lake in Golden Valley; identified water quality
goals and objectives; and performed detailed lake monitoring of Crane Lake, Lost Lake
and Westwood Lake. Water quality tasks are more thoroughly identified in Paragraph F.
■ Water Quantity The Commission continued its lake- and stream -gauging program. The
lake -gauging program consisted of collecting monthly lake -level readings at Medicine
Lake, Sweeney Lake, Parkers Lake, Westwood Lake, Crane Lake (Ridgedale Pond) and
Northwood Lake. Lake levels were measured twice per month between April and
September. The stream -gauging program consisted of inspecting the creek during periods
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of high flow. Graphs of lake levels for Medicine Lake, Sweeney Lake, Westwood Lake
and Northwood Lake are included in the appendix.
Watershed Inspection The Commission performed monthly erosion control inspections
of construction sites within the watershed. Following each inspection, a letter was prepared
and sent to the applicable municipality listing construction projects and the improvement
needed for effective erosion control.
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D. 1994 Projected Work Plan
IFollowing is a list of tasks to be completed during 1994:
■ Water Quality Management Policy The Commission will revise the draft plan prepared
during 1993. The Commission's goal is to adopt a common water quality policy for the
entire Bassett Creek Watershed during 1994. A discussion of the policy is provided in
] Section C.
■ Bassett Creek Stage 2B, Fruen Mill The Corps of Engineers will construct Stage 2B of
the Bassett Creek Flood Control Project. The project will reduce flood elevations along
Bassett Creek in the vicinity of Fruen Mill and The Glenwood Inglewood Company.
■ Golden Valley Country Club Control Structure The control structure located along
Bassett Creek will be complete during 1994. The structure will reduce flooding along the
main stem of Bassett Creek. Plans and specifications were developed by the Corps of
Engineers.
■ Professional Services Proposals The Commission will solicit proposals for legal and
engineering technical consulting services during March 1994.
■ Water Quantity The Commission will continue its lake- and stream -gauging program.
The lake -gauging program will encompass Medicine Lake, Sweeney Lake, Parkers Lake,
Westwood Lake, Crane Lake (Ridgedale Pond), and Northwood Lake. The stream -
gauging program will consist of periodically surveying stages or inspecting the creek if
-� periods of high flow exist.
_ ■ Watershed Inspection The Commission will continue its watershed construction- site
inspection program. The inspections have proved valuable in correcting erosion- and
sediment -control practices that are not in conformance with Commission policies.
■ Water Quality Proposed water quality tasks for 1994 include performance of the
l following tasks:
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1. Detailed monitoring of Sunset Hill Pond (Cavanaugh Lake) in the City of Plymouth,
Rice Lake in the City of Robbinsdale/Golden Valley, and Medicine Lake in the City
of Plymouth.
2. Preparation of 1993 lake monitoring report for Crane Lake, Lost Lake and
Westwood Lake.
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3. Turtle Lake Watershed and Lake Management Plan. The study will include
evaluating the existing watershed and lake condition. Proposed best management
practices (BMPs) will be identified in the watershed to improve water quality. A
computer model will be utilized to evaluate the effect of each proposed BMP. A
report will be prepared with recommendations.
4. Westwood Lake Watershed and Lake Management Plan. The study will include
evaluating the existing watershed and lake condition. Proposed best management
Jpractices (BMPs) will be identified in the watershed to improve water quality. A
computer model will be utilized to evaluate the effect of each proposed BMP. A
report will be prepared with recommendations.
E. Project Reviews
The following two tables list construction projects and other plans that were reviewed by the
Commission and/or its technical consultant. The first table, "Plans Presented for Commission
Review and Comment," is a list of projects that were discussed during Commission meetings.
The second table, "Plans Presented for Administrative Review and Comment," is a list of
projects that were reviewed by the Commission's technical engineering consultant in accordance
with policies of the Commission.
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Date of
Date
Commission
Project Name
Submitted
City
Comments
Review
Forster Preserve
2/05/93
Plymouth
Conditional approval, residential
2/18/93
development
Eaglewood
2/08/93
Plymouth
Conditional approval, residential
2/18/93
development
North Memorial Medical
2/01/93
Robbinsdale
Engineer directed to work with
2/18/93
Center Expansion
hospital and city to investigate
off-site water quality
improvements
Holly Creek 2nd Addition
3/08/93
Plymouth
Conditional approval, residential
3/18/93
development
General Mills
4/93
Golden Valley
Approve preliminary wetland
4/15/93
excavation plan
Plymouth Creek Heights5/10/93
Plymouth
Conditional approval, residential
5/20/93
development
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Date of
Date
Commission
Project Name
Submitted
City
Comments
Review
Parkers Lake North 9th
6/01/93
Plymouth
Conditional approval, residential
6/17/93
Addition
development
Mr. Steak/Lupient Site
5/13/93
Golden Valley
Tabled, Commission requested
6/17/93
staff to collect additional
information and report at July
meeting
North Memorial Medical
2/01/93
Robbinsdale
Conditional approval of
6/17/93
Center Expansion
skimming structure at Rice Lake
Theodore Wirth Golf Course
7/01/93
Golden Valley
Conditional approval, wetland
7/15/93
Improvements
investigation and mitigation
T.H. 100, Draft
7/93
Crystal/Golden
Discussion
7/15/93
Environmental Impact
Valley
Statement
Mr. Steak/Lupient Site
5/13/93
Golden Valley
Commission required that a
7/15/93
wetland mitigation plan be
submitted to replace wetland
Plymouth Oaks
9/21/92
Plymouth
Conditional approval of site
9/02/93
grading, residential development
Sugar Hills Second Addition
7/07/93
Plymouth
Conditional approval, 8.5 acre
9/02/93
watershed diversion, residential
development
Super America Service
10/04/93
Crystal
Conditional approval
10/21/93
Station
Dunkirk Lane North
9/13/93
Plymouth
Conditional approval, Plymouth
10/21/93
Creek crossing
NSP: DNR Permit Application
10/93
Plymouth
Approval, permit to jack cable
10/21/93
beneath wetland
Creekside Estates
11/02193
Plymouth
Conditional approval, multiple
11/18/93
residential development
Crystal Wetland, Brunswick
11/03/93
Crystal
Tabled
11/18/93
Avenue and 32nd Avenue
North
Metroquip Light Equipment
11/10/93
Plymouth
Conditional approval, facility
11/18/93
Rental Facility
expansion
Theodore Wirth Golf Club
11/04/93
Golden Valley
Approval
11118/93
Crystal Wetland, Brunswick
11/03/93
Crystal
Conditional approval, wetland
12/16/93
Avenue and 32nd Avenue
mitigation plan
North
Sharing and Caring Hands
1/94
Minneapolis
Conditional approval, multiple
1/20/94
Apartment
residential development
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Date
Project Nam
Submitted
City
Comments
Banner Engineering Corporation
12/16/93
Plymouth
Approve, commercial
building
Bridlewood Farms 3rd Addition
3/11/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Cavan Meadows
7/09/93
Plymouth
Conditional approve,
residential development
Cheshire Business Centre East
6/01/93
Plymouth
Approve, commercial
building
Churchill Farms, 5th Addition
2/19/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Courtyard of French Creek
4/05/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
CSAH 24/Medina Road
2/09/93
Plymouth
Approve
General Mills Drainage
5/13/93
Golden Valley
Approve
Gethsemane Cemetery
9/09/93
New Hope
Approve
Goodyear Tire Store
7/21/93
Plymouth
Approve, commercial
building
Heather Run
9/16/92
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Kimberly Woods
5/05/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Kingsview Heights - 3rd Addition
11/26/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Parkers Lake North (10th Addition)
8/11/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Pennsylvania Avenue North - 3335 (Robbinsdale
3/93
Crystal
Preliminary review
Garden)
Pintail Villas
8/12/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Plymouth Green Villas
10/04/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Plymouth Presbyterian Church
1/10/94
Plymouth
Approve
Plymouth Senior Housing Project
8/06/93
Plymouth
Approve, multiple residential
development
Plymouth Service Center
9/28/93
Plymouth
Approve, commercial
building
Rockford Estates
6/24/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
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Date
Project Name
Submitted
City
Comments
Shelard Parkway/Ford Road
4/26/93
St. Louis Park/
Approve
Plymouth
Shenandoah Lane Trunk Facilities
6/01/93
Plymouth
Approve
Swan Lake South
4/06/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
T.C.F. Ridgedale
5/04/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Thirty-sixth Avenue Road Improvement
3/24/93
Crystal/
Approve
Robbinsdale
Trenton Ponds
10/05/93
Plymouth
Approve, residential
development
Vicksburg Office Center Berm
7/19/93
Plymouth
Approve
Wendy's International, Inc.
5/26/93
Plymouth
Approve, commercial
building
Approve, multiple residential
West Suburban Health Campus
8/09/93
Plymouth
development
Winnetka Avenue Parking Lot Improvement
10/01/93
Golden Valley
Approve
Winnetka Avenue Reconstruction
1/14/94
Golden Valley
Approve
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IF. Water Quality Monitoring Data
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The following water quality monitoring and water quality studies were performed:
■ Monitoring was performed at Crane Lake in the City of Minnetonka, Lost Lake in the City
of Plymouth and Westwood Lake in the City of St. Louis Park for selected parameters.
Selected parameters include total phosphorus, soluble reactive phosphorus, total nitrogen,
pH, chlorophyll a, phytoplankton and zooplankton. An aquatic survey was performed on
two occasions,
■ Parkers Lake Watershed and Lake Management Plan: The study included evaluating the
existing watershed and lake condition. Proposed best management practices (BMPs) were
identified in the watershed to improve water quality. A computer model (P8) was utilized
to evaluate the effect of each proposed BMP. A report was prepared with
recommendations. A copy of the executive summary is appended.
■ Sweeney Lake Watershed and Lake Management Plan: The study included evaluating the
existing watershed and lake condition. Proposed best management practices (BMPs) were
identified in the watershed to improve water quality. A computer model (P8) was utilized
to evaluate the effect of each proposed BMP. A report was prepared with
recommendations. A copy of the executive summary is appended.
■ Metropolitan Council Lake Monitoring Program: The Commission participated with the
Metropolitan Council in its citizen volunteer lake monitoring program. Volunteers were
organized to assist with the sampling of Crane Lake in the City of Minnetonka, Lost Lake
in the City of Plymouth and Westwood Lake in the City of St. Louis Park. A copy of the
results is appended.
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G. Local Plan Adoption
The following table shows the status of the stormwater management plan preparation for each
municipality.
Municipality
Local Plan Status
Comments
Crystal
Not started
Prepared during 1995.
Golden Valley
Preliminary planning started
Final planning will begin during 1994.
Medicine Lake
Not started
Plan will not be prepared. Medicine Lake will adopt
Plymouth local plan after completion.
Minneapolis
Not started
Planning will begin at end of 1994.
Minnetonka
Plan currently being prepared
Local plan should be completed during 1995.
New Hope
Plan currently being prepared
Local plan should be completed during 1994.
Plymouth
Not started
Final planning will begin during 1994. Local plan should
be completed during 1995.
Robbinsdale
Plan currently being prepared
Local plan should be completed during 1994.
St. Louis Park
Not started
Final planning will begin during 1994. Local plan should
be completed during 1995.
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l H. Watershed Communication
In accordance with Minnesota Rules, Chapter 8410, Subpart 4, the Commission utilized the
following information sources for providing information to the general public:
■ Newspaper An article regarding the Parkers Lake Watershed and Lake Management Plan
was published in the Plymouth Sun -Sailor on November 24, 1993.
■ Public Meeting A public meeting was held on April 18, 1994 at the City of Plymouth
regarding Parkers Lake.
■ Meeting The draft report "Parkers Lake Watershed and Lake Management Plan" was
presented to the East Parkers Lake Improvement Association at its October 17, 1993
meeting.
A copy of the written communication is appended.
I. Professional Services Proposal
In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, Section 103B.227, Subdivision 5, the Commission
solicited proposals for legal and engineering technical consulting services for fiscal year 1992 and
1993. The Commission formed two committees, one for legal and one for engineering, to review
the proposals. During its November 21, 1991 meeting, the Commission elected to retain Curt
Pearson for legal services and Barr Engineering Company for engineering technical services.
J. Assessment of Changes in Fund Balance
A discussion of the fund balance is included in the Audit Report and the Treasurer's Report.
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Wetland Conservation Act/Wetland Banking Program
1991 Wetland Conservation Act The interim program of the 1991 Wetland Conservation Act
was effective through December 31, 1993. On January 1, 1994 the permanent program of the
1991 Wetland Conservation Act became effective. Each municipality was required to designate
the local government unit (LGU) responsible for administrating the interim program and the
permanent program of the 1991 Wetland, Conservation Act. The following table indicates the
local governmental unit for each municipality.
Municipality
Local Government Unit (LGU)
Interim Program Through
12/31/93
Permanent Program
Effective 1/1/94
Crystal
BCWMC
Crystal
Golden Valley
BCWMC
Golden Valley
Medicine Lake
BCWMC
BCWMC
Minneapolis
BCWMC
Minneapolis
Minnetonka
Minnetonka
Minnetonka
New Hope
BCWMC
New Hope
Plymouth
Plymouth
Plymouth
Robbinsdale
BCWMC
BCWMC
St. Louis Park
BCWMC
BCWMC
BCWMC = Bassett Creek Water Management Commission
Wetland Mitigation Policy The Commission's wetland mitigation policy specifies that filling
or developing existing lakes and wetlands require an evaluation of the benefits of the wetland for
stormwater storage, water quality enhancement;and wildlife habitat, as well as the development
of a plan to mitigate the loss of those benefits somewhere in the affected municipality.
Wetland Banldng Program Currently the Commission has not adopted a wetland banking
program.
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Monday, July 11, 1994
Carol & Herb Girtz
2735 Nathan Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Subject: Traffic Problems on 28th & Nathan
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Girtz,
v C
I have received your letter of 1 July. (I'm sorry to take so long to get back to you,
however the mail we on the Council receive is first routed through City Hall so it takes a little
longer.)
I am very sympathetic to your plight, as my wife and I have a similar concern near our
home. Also, it has become very clear to me since taking office last January that speeding and
high volume traffic is foremost on the minds of Plymouth residents. The good news is that we
on the Council all agree we have a growing problem and are looking at different options.
Being honest, I must tell you that the bad news is there is no obvious solution to the car
problem.
In an effort to help in your particular case, I have forwarded your letter to the director
of public safety (i.e. police chief) of Plymouth and asked that increased patrolling at 28th and
NathaII start up. I am particularly concerned that children waiting for the bus are exposed to
these bad drivers.
If you want to do more, I urge you to contact the police directly at 550-5177, or
consider rallying those neighbors of yours that share your concern in order to press for more
attention. You should know that at every regular meeting of the City Council, the first 15
minutes are set aside for any citizen to discuss any concern. Not many take advantage of this
but it is an opportunity to address the entire city government at one time. As I say, right now
options do appear limited but it seems clear to me that we will have to consider more drastic
means to limit traffic in the city of Plymouth.
Please don't hesitate to call me at 550-5092
Sincerely
Plymouth City Council
Nicholas P. Granath
Ward 3, Council Member
cc:
Director of Public Safety, Mr. Craig Gerdes
Honorable Mayor, City Council Members
CITY OF
PLYMOUTFF
July 14, 1994
Mr & Mrs Herb Girtz
2735 Nathan Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
RE: Traffic Problems on 28th & Nathan Lane
Dear Mr & Mrs Girtz:
I have received a copy of your letter expressing your concerns about traffic problems in
the area of 28th and Nathan Lane. I have also been contacted by several Councilmembers
expressing a concern in this area.
As traffic concerns, especially in residential areas, is a special target of the police
department this year, we have added this location to the list of areas for officers to target.
We have also posted a copy of your letter so that officers will better understand the
problem.
If you have any questions or I can be of any further assistance, please feel free to give me
a call at 550-5161. Thank you for taking the time to let of know of your concerns.
Sincerely,
1 ;G-
iLl
raig . Gerdes
Director of Public Safety
PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT
We Listen v We Solve o We Care
g400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
THE ESTATE OFJAMES CAMPBELL
June 30, 1994
Ms. Joy Tierney, Mayor
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Ms. Tierney:
I received a letter from Mr. Glen Upton, Weed Inspector, requesting that we cut down some tall
grass and weeds surrounding property that we own at 13700 First Avenue North. I have
forwarded this request to our local property manager and want to assure you that the work will
be completed as requested.
While I agree that property owners should maintain their properties in the manner suggested by
your notice, I was in Plymouth last week and noticed that the City of Plymouth does not seem
to maintain the same standard for its own property. As I exited 494 North onto Carlson
Parkway, there was an extraordinary amount of weeds growing up through the cracks of the
street and the medians. This is not the first time that I have noticed this problem; in fact, I have
noticed it continually over the four years we have owned our investments in the City of
Plymouth.
As a Plymouth taxpayer, I am disappointed at the level at which Plymouth maintains its
properties and am writing to request that our tax dollars be used to maintain property in the
same manner in which you expect each individual property owner to do.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
�ivy
Katherine A. Mattes, CPM®
Senior Asset Manager
Writer's Direct Line (415) 291-5706
cc: Theresa Elveru, Welsh Companies
jem:A1O771OO\K10033
425 California Street, Suite 1000, San Francisco, California 94104 (415) 397-4000 FAX (415) 291-5720
June 28, 1994
Mayor Joy Tierney
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55441,
Honorable Mayor Tierney:
During the last election we supported you and the 3rd Ward Alderman Nicholas
Granath for the positions that you hold in hope of a more responsive
representation. As of this date we are surprised at the lack of response we have
received from the City of Plymouth on our issues. We have written directly to
Alderman Granath and verbally left messages on his answering machine at the
City Center and have never received as much as a courtesy return call. We
have a neigborhood-signed letter on the proposed West Medicine Lake Park
that was presented to you at a City Council meeting on June 20, 1994, and as of
this date have never received a response. We have verbalized our concerns at
scheduled meetings and our requests have fallen on deaf ears. We have
repeatedly made our requests known to representatives in City government and
have received no response!!!!
The area residents of the proposed West Medicine Lake Park have raised a lot
of questions and concerns and no one is responding. Some of you have listened
to us as we made these concerns known, but we receive no reaction, solutions,
or compromises.
Our main area of concern is why you want to put a tennis and basketball court in
the location proposed on the park plan. We question the following:
A. Will this be the safest place for youth to play tennis and basketball right
next to a very busy roadway? (What about stray balls entering the
street?)
B. Can you quarantee our children will be safe with a play area right next
to a dark woods? (What type of security is proposed?)
C. Is the tennis/basketball court going to be lighted up at night? (The
adjacent homes will be directly affected by any bright lights.)
D. Where is the allocated parking for these courts? (Do you propose the
players park on the other side of the road or in front of the resident's
homes adjacent to the park?)
E. Where do we raise concerns when someone is on the court at 6 a.m.
or midnight and we are unable to sleep due to the noise? (Do we call you
or do we call the police department?)
F. Do you realize by filling in portions of the present flood plane for the
tennis and basketball courts you will be increasing the danger of
flooding area properties.? (Our homes were here before your presently
approved park plan.)
G. Would you like to have a tennis or basketball court within a few feet of
your house? (All of the adjacent residents on 23rd Avenue and Medicine
Lake Drive do not approve of this location for the tennis courts and that is
why we are now addressing you in writing.)
We have attended the public development meetings and your council meetings
from the onset of the proposed park plan. Our concerns have never been
addressed. Our phone calls have not been returned. Our letters have not been
answered.
We live adjacent to the West Medicine Lake Park and feel as the ones affected
the most we should have a voice in this matter. We will be anticipating your
reply to our enclosed questions and comments.
Respectfully,
"Steven H. Chase et al
11901 23rd Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55441
July 13, 1994
Steven Chase
11901 23rd Avenue N
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Mr. Chase:
CITY OF
PLYMOUTFF
Mayor Tierney has forwarded your letter of June 28 to me for review and comment. As you
are aware, during the last nine months the comprehensive planning for West Medicine Lake
Park has proceeded on a step by step basis. The development of an overall master plan for
any park facility requires a considerable amount of input from residents who live throughout
the entire City as well as those who live adjacent to the site. This park has had seven review
meetings and a public hearing before the City Council. The staff and the Park Commission
have listened to the concerns of the residents throughout the planning process and have made
numerous changes to the plan based on input received at those planning meetings. Some items
that you may not be aware of are:
• The residents on 18th Avenue indicated they did not want additional traffic on their
street, therefore, a design was chosen that minimized traffic on 18th Avenue.
• Based on concerns about parking at the site, the master plan deleted over 100
parking stalls because of citizen input.
• Security for park users was an issue, therefore, we have planned for the addition of
security lighting in the parking lot and other appropriate areas to help with the
security issue.
• The idea of a marina was totally dropped from consideration.
• The seven member focus group specifically asked that tennis and basketball be
included because they felt these features would be well used.
As you know, on June 20, the City Council held a public hearing and approved the park
master plan as presented and recommended by the citizens' focus group and the Park and
Recreation Advisory Commission. The plan as approved does show a basketball and tennis
court in the north portion of the park just west of Medicine Lake Drive. Because of the
concerns you have raised, we are going to be thoroughly evaluating whether this is the most
appropriate location for the tennis courts. In the next few months, as the consultant gets into
the detailed design and is able to pinpoint the exact location of these tennis courts, I will be
meeting with you and your neighbors to provide you with more information regarding the
design of the courts.
We Listen • We Solve a We Care
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
In direct response to the questions in your June 28 letter:
• Tennis is a game that is contained in a totally fenced area and therefore, we do not
believe there is any inherent danger with it being near West Medicine Lake Drive.
• There is never any guarantee that children will be safe in a park, or for that matter,
at any other location. We design all of our parks to be as safe as possible, but that
does not alleviate the responsibility of a child's parents to supervise their children in
an appropriate manner.
• The tennis courts will not be lit, therefore, the game cannot be played after dusk.
• Associated parking will be just south of the tennis courts but on the west side of the
street. A trail leading from the parking lot to the tennis courts will be installed. If,
in the future, it is necessary to put up a fence between your homes and the park, we
would consider that based on evidence provided.
• Whenever anyone is inappropriately using a park, the proper response is to call the
police at 911 and ask for assistance. We have tennis courts at eight other locations
throughout the community, and we have not had any problems with the operation of
those facilities. At our other tennis facilities, we have between three and five tennis
courts and basketball. This location will be limited to only two courts, therefore,
the usage should be quite low with generally no more than four people at one time.
• We are just beginning the detail work on all of the grading and how it will affect
flood plains and other drainage patterns in this area. Our consultant is well aware
of these issues and will be taking into consideration your concerns with regard to
filling flood plains.
• As we proceed into the more detailed design work in the coming months, I would
be very happy to meet with you and residents of your neighborhood to discuss in
more detail exactly how the tennis courts may fit in this area. At that time we
would also discuss the idea to landscape the area in such a way to create a greater
buffer between the homes and the tennis facility.
If you have additional questions, please feel free to call me at 550-5131.
Sincerely,
Eric J. Blank, Director
Parks and Recreation
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cc: Mayor and City Council
City Manager
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Barry Warner
400 Sd,X11.> (0gamL E(ft3ne 1�qolrfh
P1-yXRa®1At h9 Ml`�q 55441
(612) 544-1248
June 27, 1994
Hennepin County District Court
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Room 201
Minneapolis, MN 55472-0072
To whom it may concern,
Enclosed please find my check to pay for the parking ticket I received. I am writing not to contest the
violation, rather to express my disappointment at how the situation was handled. I live and work in
Plymouth so I believe my concern is valid as to how my tax dollars are spent.
Since the time the snow melted this spring, about once a week my co-workers and I have eaten our lunches
at Parkers Lake Park. We spend about 1/2 hour at the picnic tables located near the water and near the lot
where the violation occurred. In the four months that we parked in the BOAT TRAILERS ONLY lot we
saw many other "business lunchers" but never a car with a boat trailer. Perhaps we were there such a short
time or that nobody boats over the lunch hour of a business day. Regardless, there were always parking
spots available in the lot should any boaters come during our lunch time. Since the situation was not a
critical one (because of previous explanation), I believe a warning vs. a ticket would have been more
appropriate, especially since the two ofcers were unable to handle the situatior, a dequate.h.
There were several other people having lunch the day we received our violation. When everyone saw the
two police cars pull into the lotto write tickets, they all got into their cars and left. The two police officers
let them go but stopped my co-worker and I. We felt a bias that the other 8 cars left without tickets and we
were stopped. Since there were two officers (and two cars), they could have parked at either entrance so
that all violators would have been given tickets for their violations (which would bring in more money for
the city.)
I t�, iv.O..Ude `ht..t -ff7eQ; • .-;Ite f. e- tirkirt uaC :ery n10fP I know police officers have
a difficult job and perhaps he had a bad day, but. we -pay for him to have his job; his duty is to serve the
public. This policeman could have given us the tickets and answered any questions we had without being a
jerk! He responded to my questions with animosity without provocation from me. I hope as a Plymouth
resident that the police officer I encountered is the exception and not the rule.
Thanks for the consideration on these continents.
Teresa Boser
cc: Joy Tierney
July 13, 1994
Teresa M. Boser
400 Saratoga Lane North
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Subject: Citizen complaint concerning the actions of a Plymouth Police
Officer
Dear Ms. Boser:
This is to verify that we have received a written complaint from you
concerning the actions of Plymouth Police Officer. An investigation into
this matter has been initiated.
The Plymouth Police Department, in order to maintain its current high
standards of service and positive relations with the community it serves,
invites constructive criticism of its programs, personnel and service.
All citizen complaints alleging misconduct by a member of the Police
Department are investigated by Supervisory Officers. During the
investigation, the complainant, officers, and others pertinent to the
investigation are interviewed and/or asked to submit written statements.
At the conclusion of the investigation the investigating Supervisor will
submit the findings to the Director of Public Safety. When an investigation
discloses misconduct on the part of a member of the Department, the
complainant is advised that disciplinary action will be taken.
You will be contacted by Lieutenant Tom Saba, the Supervisor who will be
investigating your complaint, in the near future.
We Listen . We Solve • We Care
I— 1 P1nIII r%f Art l 01 V�Ar)I I -rt -1 nAin i n i GcnTA FGA117 . TPI PPI4nNF (819) 550-5000
Ms. Teresa M. Roser
July 13, 1994
Page Two
If you should have -any questions concerning this investigation, please do
not hesitate to contact me directly at 550-5170.
Sincerely,
Dennis Paulson, Captain
Commander of Professional Standards
PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT
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CC: Craig Gerdes, Director of Public Safety
Lieutenant Tom Saba
July 1, 1994
Joy Tierney, Mayor
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Mayor Tierney:
We are writing to you with regard to the petition under File #93122
to re -guide 14.1 acres of land on West Medicine Lake Drive from an
LA -3 (High -Medium Density) to LA -4 (High Density Residential). A
group of concerned citizens attended the Public Hearing on June 8th
to express our concern over this proposed re -guiding. Both the
City of Plymouth Staff and the Planning Commission determined that
this area did not need to be re -guided for a variety of reasons,
most importantly that the area can be sufficiently developed as it
is currently zoned. All of us who spoke at this Public Hearing
want you to know that we want you to accept the recommendation NOT
to re -zone this area.
Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, only
residents within 500 feet of the proposed site needed to be
notified, and I believe a representative from all of these homes
was present at the Public Hearing. In an effort to expand the area
of citizens that would be affected by such a re -guiding, we handed
out a petition speaking out against the proposal. I am enclosing
copies of this petition. Weare confident that if a broader
survey were done we would have many more people in opposition to
this proposed development. Please review the minutes of the Public
Hearing and the attached petition and vote down this development.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Concerned Citizens of West Medicine Lake Drive
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON' S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
Name: 1 k r I 4 Ar na i' aj-i {c f-
Signature: /JU7C, ( °r✓
Return To:
R06ut &AmuwWrIeLee
1105W-Me4uiniLk,Drc* ,
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WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON' S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
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Name: . 111 \ O k Mme,
Address: W3 5-3
Signature: -
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1105 `W. Mediicine Lk Drim
P�rnoutk, MN55441
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WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON' S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City C-)unc-.l still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
Name:
Address: �qo [ Lk% ��CatCtvl.L
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Signature: J
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WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON' S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
Name :
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Address:
Signature:
Return To:
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WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON' S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
Name: — Daniel & Donna Moltzen
Address 1400 West Medicine Lake Dr
Plymouth, MN 55441
Signature: ,��,'' '•
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Return To:
Robert cy�InrtamurrcLee ;.
1105 W. Medicine Lk, Drim
Plynmuth, MN55441
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON' S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
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Name: R( l r i 1 t�Atw C9a"L'-L
Address: (q I') 1=y���1r-z�'
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Plymouth, M` 55441
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON' S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
Name:ZGJ'Gf1�G�'��i
.Address:
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Signature:C�,s,�st�,c�
Return To : 3
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P[yrrwutfi, MN55441
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON' S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
Name : le'r i b-�q /�
Address : ��DZ 'lct`YLC-
Signatu re: /
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1105`W. MeduineLk Drive
Plyravut% MN55441
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
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LARSON' S AUTO
I would like to propose that we fight the development of the
wetlands area on a number.of points.
I. Preservation of the wetlands for the wildlife in
the area - as well as the endangered ecosystem.
II. Probable devaluation of single family homes in
the area due to the const -ruction of high density
residential building.
Increase i:. ..r a_ E i.. (vehicular/pedestrian)
Medicine Lake Drive which is already too narrow and
too heavily traveled" 1
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I plan to attend the City Council meeting and present these
arguments. If you cannot attend the meeting and oppose the
proposed development, please sign this statement with your complete
name and address and I will bring it with me. If you have any
other issues you would like to address include the with your
signed petition. ,
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WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON'S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
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r -Robert cy9lmramarrelee
1105'W. Medicine Lk, Drize
Plymouth, MN55441
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LARSON°S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite -to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we have substantial support for our position.
Name: LCren JCkn-e i`d,z_�
Address: EVEr"qr n (rl
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WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE RESIDENTS
PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT OF THE WETLANDS AREA BEHIND
LAR SON'S AUTO
The City of Plymouth Planning Commission met on June 8th to vote on
re -zoning the area highlighted below. Both the staff and the
Planning Commission determined that the current zoning should be
retained. But, the City Council still has the authority to
overturn that decision. It is imperative that we as residents of
this area unite to insure that the re -zoning does not take place.
The current zoning would allow for the development of apartments
that could be no higher than 3 stories tall. If the re -zoning is
approved we could be faced with a 12 story apartment complex with
some 200-400 residents. We feel that a development of this type
does not belong here.
There are a number of issues to support our position. The first
step in this process is to insure that the requested re -zoning is
not permitted. If you support this position, we are requesting
that you sign this petition so we can bring it to the City Council
to show them that we ::ave substantial support for our position.
Name:.,,_J iyn c`- J -AL, zar Free, 11
Address: In 3s-
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Signature.
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Carlson
Colnpanfes
Inc,
June 30, 1994
The Honorable Joy Tierney
City of Plymouth
17915 - 20th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Tierney:
On Thursday, July 7 the Carlson Companies World Headquarters Building will be bustling
with activities! Please mark your calendar to join me at Curt Carlson's 80th Birthday
`Blow -Out."
You are invited to a luncheon in our Executive Retreat beginning at 11:30 a.m. You will
be joined by our executive staff as well as our new Wagonlit travel partners from Paris for
the official signing of the contract that creates our worldwide partnership, Carlson
Wagonlit Travel -- the largest business travel agency operation in the world.
Following lunch there will be a gala in our outdoor amphitheater celebrating both Curt's
birthday and the Wagonlit contract signing. Portions of the hour-long celebration will be
broadcast live to Scandinavia. We are inviting all our local employees so Curt can
personally thank them for their part in making his 80 years so rewarding. Birthday cake
and refreshments will also be served.
We will publicly recognize you at the ceremonies; however, due to the pacing of the live
program, there is no need to prepare a speech. I do hope you will be able to join us for a
momentous moment for both our company and for my dad; it would mean alot to him to
have you here. Please contact my office with your response.
Thank you. I look forward to seeing you on Thursday, July 7 at 11:30 a.m.
Sincerely,
Marilyn Carlson Nelson
Vice Chair
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CARLSON COMPANIES
PRIVATE COMPANIES WITH A PUBLIC CONSCIENCE
CARLSON PARKWAY - P.O. BOX 59159 - MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55459-8215
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CITY OF
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Mr. Curt Carlson
Carlson Companies, Inc.
Carlson Parkway
Post Office Box 59159
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55459
Dear Mr. Carlson,
July 12, 1994
The Plymouth City Council joins me in extending best wishes to you on the
occasion of your 80th birthday. I'm sure that the party given in your honor was a fitting
tribute to your leadership and vision. Carlson Companies have been a part of the
Plymouth community for many years, and we look forward to a continuing relationship.
Again, Happy Birthday!
Sincerely,
Joy Tierney
Mayor
cc: Marilyn Carlson Nelson
Plymouth City Council
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COMMUNITY CABLE CHANNELS CHANGE ON MONDAY, JULY 11TH
Northwest Community Television, formerly Channels 32 through 37,
will program a new set of channels starting on Monday, July 11th.
The switch coincides with a realignment of the cable services
offered to subscribers in the nine northwest suburbs by King
Videocable Company.
"News 35 Northwest" and "Northwest Cities" will move to channel
12 and combine with locally based sports and entertainment
programming on a new service called "Cable 12.". The programming
presented on "Cable 12" will be produced by Northwest Community
Television staff.
Community volunteers and area cities will program channels 34
through 37. Channel 34 will become the new electronic program
guide. Channel 35 and Channel 36 are allocated as community
access channels. Channel 37 is the city government channel.
The changes were adopted as part of an agreement reached between
the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communications Commission and King
Videocable on March 31, 1994.
Along with changes in the Northwest Community Television line-up,
the channels coordinated by the area educational institutions
Tei 11 also be changing.. The Hennepin. Co�lrty Library, HennepI111
Technical'College, and North Hennepin Community College will
occupy channel 38. Robbinsdale School District.#281 and Wayzata
School District #284 will share channel 39. The Osseo School
District #279 will program Channel 40.
Northwest Community Television is an independent, non-profit
organization which manages public access and local origination
operations in the northwest suburbs of Minneapolis. The service
area includes 52,000 homes in Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park,
Corcoran, Crystal, Golden Valley, Hassan, Maple Grove, medicine
Lake, New Hope, Osseo, Plymouth, Robbinsdale and Rogers.
Brooklyn Center . Brooklyn Park 9 Crystal • Golden Valley . Maple Grove • New Hope . Osseo • Plymouth . Robbinsdale
DATE: July 13, 1994
TO: Dale E. Hahn, Director of Finance
FROM: Bob Pemberton, Risk Management Coordinator
SUBJECT: July 11, 1994 Complaint by Frankie's Towing
I reviewed the complaint made before the Plymouth City Council on July 11, 1994 by
Frank A. Manaro of Frankie's Towing Co. regarding the process of awarding the City
Towing and Impounding Contract.
I first spoke with Mr. Manaro or one of his representatives in January 1994 and at no
time did I neglect to return his calls. He was interested in submitting a proposal to tow
and impound vehicles for the City upon expiration of the current contract on July 31,
1994. I informed him that both myself and the Police were pleased with the
performance with the current Towing Contractor and would probably recommend that
Council extend the current contract. However, if he would send me his name and
address I would forward him the specifications should we request proposals. At no
time did he mention any time need so that he might apply for a Conditional Use Permit
from the City of Plymouth.
The previous Council in awarding the Towing Contract to Plymouth Village
Automotive was interested in keeping the contract within the City for the convenience
of Plymouth Residents. The Police also had the same concerns because a local
contractor reduces the time demands on their officers.
A Legal Opinion issued by the City Attorney on the awarding of the Cleaning Contract
convinced us that we would also have to issue a Request for Proposal for the Towing
and Impounding of Vehicles. A legal notice was placed in the June 29, 1994 Edition of
the Plymouth Sun Sailor and a copy of the specifications were sent to Frankie's Towing
and Plymouth Village Automotive on June 30, 1994.
The specifications on the previous contract required that the Towing Contractor store
the impounded vehicles within five miles of the Plymouth City Limits. However, as a
convenience to the residents of Plymouth and for Police considerations I reduced the
distance to two miles. I checked the map prior to revising the specifications to ensure
that I wasn't excluding either Frankie's or Kelly's Towing from consideration.
Plymouth Village Automotive has located their Impound Lot and Office at the
intersection of Old County Road 15 and County Road 73. They are a non -conforming
land user but are Grandfathered into their present location. They have explored the use
of other locations but have been unable to overcome Plymouth Zoning restrictions
I haven't treated Frankie's Towing any differently than any other potential Contractor
and the Contract will be awarded by Council on the merits of the proposers and what is
in the best interests of the City of Plymouth.