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F- APRIL 27, 1995
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS ....
1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR MAY:
MAY 1 7:00 P.M. BOARD OF REVIEW (Reconvened)
City Council Chambers
MAY 2 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING
City Council Chambers
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MAY 8 7:00 P.M. GENERAL COMMUNITY MEETING
Topic: Open Space/Trails Referendum and
other City Projects and Programs -
(Draft agenda. attached)
City Council Chambers
Following WARD MEETINGS
Public Info Mtg . Room locations for Ward Meetings will be posted
in City Center foyer
MAY 16 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING
City Council Chambers
2. HRA STRATEGIC PLANNING SESSION -- SATURDAY, APRIL 29, 8:30 A.M.,
Plymouth Town Square.
3. SPECIAL RECYCLING DROP-OFF DAY & PHOSPHORUS -FREE FERTILIZER
SALE -- SATURDAY, APRIL 29, Public Works Facility, 9 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.
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4. DOWNTOWN PLYMOUTH WORKSHOP MEETING -- WEDNESDAY, MAY 3,
7:00 P.M., City Council Chambers.
5. HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION -- THURSDAY, MAY 4, 7:30 P.M., Public Safety
Training Room. (M-5)
6. WEST SUBURBAN MEDIATION - ANNUAL MEETING -- THURSDAY, MAY 18, 6
P.M., Eden Prairie City Center. Meeting notice attached. Please RSVP to Laurie if you
will be attending. (M-6)
7. "PLANTING OPPORTUNITIES" -- City -sponsored events for May include: Greening
Plymouth's Entryways, Saturday, May 6; Perennial Pursuit of Fabulous Flowers, Saturday,
May 13; and Arbor Day '95, Wednesday, May 17. Information on each is attached. (M-
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8. METRO MEETINGS ---- The weekly calendar of meetings for the Metropolitan Council
and its advisory commissions is attached. (M-8)
9. MEETING CALENDAR - The May meeting calendar is attached. (M-9)
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1. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
a. Weekly Building Permit Report for Commercial/Industrial/Public and Use Types.
(I-1)
2. NEWS ARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS ETC
a. City news release on the new sidewalk ordinance. (I -2a)
b. City news release on possible changes to City Charter. (I -2b)
c. City news release on Human Rights Commission vacancies. (I -2c)
d. Hennepin County and City news release promoting phosphorus -free fertilizer usage.
(I -2d)
3. MINUTES & AGENDAS:
a. Wayzata -Plymouth Area Chemical Health Commission, March 10, 1995. (I -3a)
4. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY - CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter to R. D. Taylor, 4640 Fernbrook Lane, regarding a Green Acres classification
for his property. (I -4a)
b. Letter to Steve Meyer, property owner of 1935 Kilmer Lane concerning a tree
removal assessment. (I -4b)
c. Letter to Stan Stevens, 12335 53rd Avenue North, regarding train whistle complaints.
(I -4c)
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d. Letter from Kerry Anderson, 2016 Oakview Lane, regarding the status of a recreation
center or community pool. (I -4d)
A status report on all correspondence and inquiries is also attached.
5. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter from Representative Richard Stanek, stating interest in attending a future work
session with the Council. (I -5a)
b. Letters from Senator Martha Robertson and Representative Todd Van Dellen to Kathy
Lueckert regarding S.F. 371, I-394 expansion at Penn Avenue. (I -5b)
c. Letter from Robert Peterson, President, Kingswood Homeowners Association, to
Helen LaFave, on the association's use of phosphorus -free fertilizer. (I -5c)
d. Copy of a "vote no" handout being distributed to residents on the May 23 special
election. (I -5d)
e. Letter from Mary Mahone, 3420 Jewel Lane, in opposition to the distribution center
planned for the corner of Medina Road and County Road 24 (Moen, Leuer
Construction Inc. application). (I -5e)
f. Letter from Terry Forbord, Lundgren Bros. Construction, regarding disclosure
information utilized with each purchase agreement in the Heather Run development.
(I -5f)
g. Letter from Allen Maijala, 6220 Deerwood Circle, to Fred Moore regarding
restoration work adjacent to Pike Lake. (I -5g)
h. Letter from MNDOT Metro Division Engineer Charles Siggerud to Dwight Johnson,
responding to queries about access points to TH 55 between CSAH 101 and CSAH
24. (I -5h)
Dwight Johnson
City Manager
May 8 Community Meeting
7 -9 PM
I. Welcome and Introductions
Mayor
H. Current Issues in Plymouth City Staff
A.
Open Space/Trails Referendum
Eric Blank
B.
Wayzata High School/Schmidt Lake Rd .
Eric Blank
C.
Downtown Plymouth --mini survey
Anne Hurlburt
D.
Traffic Enforcement Activities
Craig Gerdes
E.
Green Lawns, Blue Water Video/Sump Pumps
Dale Hahn
F.
Preliminary Citizen Survey results (if available)
Kathy Lueckert
M. Questions and Answers
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5 Minutes
Time Alloted
20-25 min
5 minutes
5 minutes
5 minutes
5 minutes
5 minutes
Dwight Johnson 25 minutes
Adjourn to Ward Break-out Sessions
IV. Ward Break-out Sessions
Construction Updates Fred Moore
Rooms: Chambers
Public Safety Training Room
Council Conference Room
Lower Atrium or Large Conference Room
40 minutes
Staff members will rotate between ward sessions to answer any specific questions.
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DATE: April 20, 1995
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Anne Hurlburt, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Downtown Plymouth Workshop Meetings
As a part of our efforts to develop a concept plan and design guidelines for Downtown
Plymouth, two workshop meetings have been scheduled:
Wednesday, May 3, 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 31, 7:00 p.m.
Both meetings will be held in the City Council Chambers and will be facilitated by our
consultants, the Hoisington Koegler Group. The first meeting will focus on developing
a vision statement and guiding principles for Downtown Plymouth, and the second will
be to discuss alternative development concepts. We will be inviting land owners,
business owners and residents of the Downtown and surrounding area, as well as City
Council, Planning Commission, HRA members and staff. The meetings will be
properly noticed public meetings so all Council and Commission members should feel
free to participate.
You will be receiving a separate invitation to the workshops, with an RSVP requested.
We hope you will put these meetings on your calendar. Please call me at 550-5059 if
you have any questions.
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Plymouth Human Rights Commission
May 4, 1995 7:30 PM
Agenda
I. Call to Order
H. Approval of Minutes
M. Old Business
A. Approve revisions to ByLaws
B. Grievance Mediation Services Report
C. Human Rights Commission Brochure
D. Special Events Planning
1. Music in Plymouth (July 6)
2. Fall Crafts Fair
IV. New Business
V. For Information
VI. Adjournment
WEST SUBURBAN MEDIATION CENTER
ANNUAL MEETING
Thursday, May 18th, 1995
6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M.
The Garden Room at
Eden Prairie City Center
8080 Mitchell Road
Eden Prairie. MN *
Menu Selection:
-Beef Burgundy
-Chicken Veronica
-Vegetarian
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Please RSVP dinner ..selection by May 11th to 933-0005.
Marianne Kocher Award
Featured speaker Desyl L. Peterson, Minnetonka City Attorney
"Where Have All Your Children Gone? --
The Offspring of Mediation in the Public Sector"
* Directions: From I-494, exit at Hwy 5 ,vest. West on Hwy 5 to Mitchell Road south.
Left turn (south) on Mitchell Road. through Technology Drive intersection, then right
into entry for City Hall, labeled "Eden Prairie City Center."
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Planting Opportunities
Spend some time improving your community!
Arbor Day '95
Date: Wednesday, May 17 Time: 9:30 - 1:30
Place: Plymouth Creek Elementary school
Student inspired stewardship project of planting trees, shrubs, & flowers for nature
classroom. Emphasis on native plant communities, wildlife habitat, & windbreaks.
Lunch will be provided. One hundred plus volunteers needed.
Greening Plymouth's Entryways II
Date: Saturday, May 6 Time: 8:00 - 12:00
Place: Carlson Parkway & Highway 494
Beautification project of planting trees, shrubs, & flowers on highway ROW. Emphasis
on native plant communities, wildlife habitat, roadside beautification, and decreased
maintenance. Light breakfast will be provided. Sixty plus volunteers needed.
In cooperation with:
• Mn Dept. of Transportation . Log House Foods
• City of Plymouth • Kate Lo, Inc.
• Zero Max • Cub Foods
Perennial Pursuit of Fabulous Flowers
Date: Saturday, May 13 Time: 9:00 - 1:00
Place: Parkers Lake Park
Planting of demonstration perennial shade garden in conjunction with other
environmentally -conscious efforts. Lunch will be provided. Twenty volunteers needed.
Please contact Paul Buck (550-7462) or Lara Gens (550-7465) for more information and
to sign up for any and all events.
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METRO MEETINGS
A weekly calendar of meetings and agenda items for the Metropolitan Council, its advisory and standing committees, and
three regional commissions: Metropolitan Airports Commission, Metropolitan Parks and Open, Space Commission, and
Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission. Meeting times and agendas are occasionally changed:"Questions about meetings
should be directed to the appropriate organization. Meeting information is also available on.the Metro Information Line at
229-3780 and by computer modem, through the Twin Cities Computer Network at 337-5400, Z
DATE: April 21, 1995
WEEK OF: April 24 - April 28, 1995'.
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Community Development Committee - Monday, April 24, Noon, Room IA. The committee will consider:
City of Plymouth comprehensive plan amendment for Wayzata High School MUSA expansion and land use
change; Parks Capital Improvements Program public hearing; Nininger Township comprehensive plan and
Mississippi River critical area plan amendments; Apple Valley major sewer comprehensive plan amendment
for central trunk in Lakeville; public input opportunities related to Elm Creek cluster planning project; an
update on rehabilitation and redevelopment study; Blueprint progress report; and other business.
Public Hearing On Regional Recreation Open Space Capital Improvement Program for Calendar Years
1996-2005 - Monday, April 24, Noon, Room IA.
Blueprint Blue Ribbon Task Force -Monday, April 24, 2 p.m., Room IA. The task force will consider: an
update on Housing Review Guidelines working group progress; a report and discussion on Metropolitan
Council process for reviewing local comprehensive plans; a report and discussion on Assessing the Region's
Growth: forecast data; and other business.
Environment Committee -Tuesday, April 25, 4 p.m., Room 2A. The committee will consider: funding for
contracted project, "Development of Advanced Eutrophication Model of the Upper Mississippi River";
approval of proposed cost sharing guidelines for Elm Creek interceptor; authorization to enter into special
agreement with Mn/DOT for construction of Chaska interceptor, phase H; city of Apple Valley
comprehensive sewer plan amendment; privatization process/update report; and other business.
Housing and Redevelopment Authority Advisory Committee - Wednesday, April 26, 9:30 a.m., Room
1A. The committee will consider: Housing Assistance Loan Program - New Hope Low -Income Home Buyer
Program; Housing Assistance Loan Program - New Hope Handicapped Accessible Twin Home Program;
Section I applications; Blueprint implementation; Hollman update; Metro HRA assisted housing programs;
and other business.
Executive Committee - Thursday, April 27, 8 a.m., Benjamin's Restaurant, Kelly Inn, I-94 and Marion, St,
Paul.
Metropolitan Council - Thursday, April 27, 4 p.m., Chambers. The council will consider: City of Fridley
comprehensive plan amendment for update of Sewer and Water Chapter; settlement of Blaine interceptor
condemnation proceeding; Ramsey County supportive housing program contract amendment; bid acceptance
for air handling and roof top cooling units at Martin J. Ruter garage; amendment to Transportation
Accessibility Advisory Committee bylaws; delegation of authority and conferring authority on the regional
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administrator to settle litigation and claims involving the council; authorization to purchase replacement
vehicles utilizing state or county contracts; delegation of authority and authorization for the regional
administrator to perform duties previously delegated by the former Metropolitan Waste Control Commission
and former Metropolitan Transit Commission; city of Plymouth comprehensive plan amendment for Wayzata
High School MUSA expansion and land use change; delegation of settlement authority and authorizing
council staff who are not attorneys to represent the council in conciliation and small -claims courts; Section 8
applications; Eden Prairie Housing -Opportunities -Partnerships -Employment (HOPE) demonstration
program; Nininger Township comprehensive planned and Mississippi River critical area plan amendment;
authorization to enter into contract with Carus Chemical Co. for potassium permanganate; authorization to
execute a professional services amendment to MCWS contract No. C-2994 for system -wide evaluation of air
emission points and completion of the permit application; authorization to enter into a special agreement with
Mn/DOT for construction of Chaska Interceptor Phase H; Maple Grove transit capital request; request for
setting of public hearing dates for Metro Mobility service reductions, fare increases and regular -route social
fare adjustments; request for setting public hearing dates on Metropolitan Council Transit Operations
(MCTO) service reduction; Flying Cloud Airport expansion; authorization of the competitive negotiated sale
of $20,000,000 of general obligation sewer bonds, Series 1995A; approval of labor agreement between
MCTO and Law Enforcement Labor Services; approval of Appointments Committee membership, set public
meeting date for Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission applicants and set Appointrnents
Committee meeting date for developing final report to the council; and other business.
Committee of the Whole - Thursday, April 27, immediately following the Council meeting, Room IA. The
committee will consider alternative future land use and housing scenarios.
(TENTATIVE)
Legislative Coordinating Committee - Friday, April 28, Noon, Room IA.
TENTATIVE MEETINGS THE WEEK OF MAY 1 THROUGH MAY 5, 1995
Transportation Committee - Monday, May 1, 4 p.m., Chambers.
Finance Committee - Thursday, May 4, 4 p.m., Room 2A.
Legislative Coordinating Committee (TENTATIVE) - Friday, May 5, Noon, Room IA.
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). Call the Metro Information Line at 229-3780 for news of Council actions and coming meetings.
OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS
May 1995
Sunday
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PLANT PLYMOUTH ENTRANCE
NAYS -1-494 & Carlson Parkway
7.00 PM BOARD OF
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7:30 PM HUMAN RIGHTS
COMMISSION - Pub. Safety
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PLANT SALE - Parkers Lake
Park, 9 a.m. - 6 p. m.
PUBLIC INFO. MEETING ON
OPEN SPACE/TRAILS
REFERENDUM - 7:00 P.M.,
Council Chambers; WARD
MEETINGS follow
7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY COMMITTEE - Pub.
Safety Trng Room
7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION
- Council Chambers
7:00 PM PRAC -Council
Chambers
7:00 PM PUBLIC MTG ON CHAR
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Chambers
CHARTER COMMISSION following
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7:00 AM PLYMOUTH HOUSING
ALLIANCE - Council Cont Ras
7:00 PM HRA - Council
Chambers
1: 00 PMARBOR DAY -
Plymouth Creek School
7:00 PM PACT - Pub. Safety
Library
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7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION
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7:00 PM BOARD OF ZONING -
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CIty Offices Closed
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For Immediate Release
April 25, 1995
For More Information:
Fred Moore, 550-5080
Pedestrian safety: Plymouth adopts sidewalk ordinance
Improved pedestrian safety is the goal of a new City of Plymouth sidewalk
ordinance. It gives Plymouth the authority to require that developers install public
sidewalks as a condition of subdivision approval. The ordinance also sets maintenance
standards.
If the City requires a developer to install sidewalks, they will be required on only
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one side of the street. The property owner or occupants adjacent to the sidewalk will be
responsible for keeping the sidewalk in good repair and removing snow and ice from the
sidewalk within 48 hours of it being deposited. The City will continue to maintain the
walkways listed on the city sidewalk/trail plan. The penalty for violating the maintenance
requirements is $100.
Before the new ordinance, the City could require that developers install
sidewalks only if they were shown on the official sidewaWtrail plan. With the sidewalk
ordinance, the City can require sidewalks along streets that are expected to carry higher
levels of traffic.
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We Listen • We Solve • We Care
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
For Immediate Release For More Information:
April 25, 1995 Kathy Lueckert, 550-5013
Possible City Charter changes to be outlined
While the November election is months away, the Plymouth Charter Commission
wants to make sure it has plenty of time to share information on three possible Charter
amendments that may be on the ballot. Citizens are encouraged to attend a public
information meeting on Tues., May 9, 7 p.m., at the City Center, 3400 Plymouth Blvd.,
to learn more about the amendments and offer comment.
The changes being discussed are:
An amendment that would apply statutory or general law to issues that the City
Charter does not specifically address.
A modification that would require candidates running for a ward City Council seat to
reside in the ward for at least 30 days before the election. This would bring the City
Charter in line with the State Constitution.
Additional language detailing how vacancies on the City Council will be filled. If the
City Council did not appoint someone to a vacant seat within 60 days of it being
declared vacant, the Mayor would appoint a person to fill the seat.
A majority of voters must approve any changes to the City Charter.
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We Listen • We Solve • We Care
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
CIN OF
PLYMOUTH
For Immediate Release For More Information:
April 25, 1995 Kathy Lueckert, 550-5013
Plymouth Seeks Applicants for Human Rights Commission
The City is seeking applicants from Wards 2 and 3 to serve on the Human Rights
Commission. Applications are due Tues., May 23. Ward 3 is in the southeast area of the
city around Medicine Lake. Ward 2 covers the southwest area of Plymouth. The
Commission typically meets on the first Thursday of the month at 7:30 p.m.
5014.
For more information or an application, call City Clerk Laurie Ahrens at 550-
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We Listen • We Solve • We Care
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
Issued by Hennepin Parks and the City of Plymouth (464
For Immediate Release For More Information:
April 24, 1995 John Barten, 476-4663
Phosphorus -Free May Be the Best Choice for Those Who Fertilize
Even though the vast majority of area lawns don't need it, many people
apply an ingredient to their lawns that can harm water quality. Phosphorus, one of
the three main ingredients in lawn fertilizer, promotes weed and algae growth in
lakes, streams and wetlands.
The problem with phosphorus is that it runs off lawns, enters the storm
sewer system and ends up in area lakes, wetlands and creeks. There it serves as a
nutrient that promotes algae growth. One pound of phosphorus entering the storm
sewer system can yield 500 pounds of algae, according to Hennepin Parks Water
Quality Manager John Barten. "Basically, too much algae in a lake causes the lake
to turn green," Barten said.
In a 1994 study conducted by Hennepin Parks, the soils in western
Hennepin County were tested for the amount of phosphorus available to plants
such as turf grass. Soil samples were gathered from 181 lawns and analyzed at the
University of Minnesota Soil Testing Laboratory. None of the lawns tested had low
levels of phosphorus, only five had medium levels, and the rest (more than 97
percent) had high or very high levels of phosphorus. "In general, Minnesota has
soils that are naturally rich in phosphorus and most don't need additional
phosphorus," Barten said.
"Phosphorus is a major contributor to algae growth in lakes and wetlands,
blocking sunlight from important aquatic plants. Because 15 to 30 percent of the
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phosphorus in urban runoff comes from lawns, reducing the phosphorus added to
area lawns can be significant in improving the water quality in regional lakes and
wetlands," Barten said.
Together Hennepin Parks and the City of Plymouth have been promoting
earth -friendly lawn care practices for those people who choose to fertilize. They
offer the following tips for people who choose to fertilize their lawns.
When buying fertilizer, know what the numbers on the fertilizer bag mean. The
bag will show three numbers separated by dashes. They indicate the percent of
nitrogen, phosphorus and potash, in their respective order. Look for a middle
number of 0. This means the fertilizer is phosphorus free. ,
Wait until the ground thaws. Do not fertilize before May 15.
Never fertilize before a heavy rain.
• Fill fertilizer spreaders on hard surfaces where spills can be cleaned up. Never
wash fertilizer spills into the street where it can enter storm sewers and,
ultimately, surface water.
• Close the gate on the spreader when crossing hard surfaces.
• Drop spreaders are more precise, but slower than rotary spreaders. Near
shorelines, use a drop spreader.
• Avoid getting fertilizer into natural drainage areas or pathways where it can be
carried into surface water.
• Near shorelines, Leave a buffer of natural vegetation to prevent erosion and
retain nutrients.
Phosphorus -Free Fertilizer Sale in Plymouth
The City of Plymouth will sell 40 pound bags of HOWE Maxi -Green NK
Special 25-0-15 no phosphorus fertilizer for $12 each on two days this spring.
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Fertilizer will be sold on:
Sat., April 29, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at the Plymouth Maintenance Facility, 14900 -
23rd Ave. N.; and
Sat., May 13, 9 a.m. - noon, at Parkers Lake Park, Co. Rd. 6 and Niagara Ln.
Proceeds will benefit the Communities in Collaboration Council. Residents
may also purchase phosphorus -free fertilizer at a local garden stores. Several area
stores carry it.
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Wayzata -Plymouth Arca Chemical Health Commission Meeting
March 10th, 1995
Members Present: Maria Vasiliou, Craig Gerdes, Barbara Hickok, Tim McCarthy,
Bill Nelson, Gary Swedberg, Patty George, Miles Thompson, Dave Hadden, Mandy
Little, Martha Anderson, Carry Lee Starry, Greg Rye, Bill Albertson, and pat Boris.
Meeting Convened: 7:35 a.m.
Introductions: No new members
Minutes : Approved..
Treasury Report: Approved as follows.
* A $100.00 check was received from Kimberly Lane Elementary PTA and Maria
has sent a thank you letter from the Commission.
* The commission will designate a special project to which youth basketball monies
will be applied, (Dick Williams Wayzata Basketball). This effort will enhance
cooperative efforts between the Atliletic council and the Commission..
Total balance approximately $3,925.40
Major Crime/Drug Intiave: Craig Gerdes updated the Commission on progress made
by the City of Plymouth. Craig discussed the efforts of the partners in the Northwestern
Task Force. Most noteworthy were the recent efforts of the Plymouth Police
Department in issuing a citation for marijuana possession to the provider of
unlicensed day care. These actions sent a strong message, to the general public,
parents of young children, and providers of licensed and unlicensed day care. Such
efforts are respectful to the needs of our young children and families while
addressing child protection needs. Parents across the cities were impacted by this
efforts and news coverage. BRAVO!!!! In addition to this, the letters circulated
February 10th has been sent to all liquor stores (and MCDA/MAARCH school
section).
Minor consumption issues and strategies:
A article appeared in the school newspaper discussion merchants who give easy
access to alcohol for minors. Group members will locate the article and follow up at the
next meeting.
Community Prevention Activities:
* Doris Rowe and Carry Lee Starry will coordinate tuxedo cards this year.
* The Commission approved "Bills idea" to have the Lions send $100.00 to the
Senior Party in which the Lions will share credit with the Commission of the
donation.
* The commission approved ten one hundred dollar scholarships for the after prom
Party. Gary will prepare the letter to the student population which includes the
fonnat for application.
* The mailing list will be circulated at the nest meeting to identify members
who wish to be placed on the Hennepin County Prevention Center mailing list.
The list will then be sent to Gretchen Griffin at the prevention center.
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Town Forum Community Partnership Update: April 30th, 6:30-9:00 P.M.
Newspaper Column: Tim McCarthy reported nothing new, Maria will visit with the
Editor.
Agenda Items, April 14th, 1995 7:30 a.m. in the Wayzata Schools, District Office
Conference Room.
A.
Introductions/membership
B.
Review Agenda
C.
Review and approve minutes, secretary report
D
Treasurer Report
E.
Crime drug initiatives update, Craig Gerdes
F.
Minor consumption issues and strategies.
Over the counter medication follow-up (vivarin/getting hyper)
Barb Hickok discussed chemical health issues of college
students.
G.
Community Prevention Activities
Mailing list for Henn. County Prevention Center
Tuxedo cards
After prom parties
Senior party
H.
Town Forum Community Partnership Update
I.
Newspaper column update/scheduling
J.
Binders and materials for new members.
ADJOURN
Marie Vasiliou Fax 473-2316
Attachments:
Kenn. County PX Center
Ann Landers
Illusion Theater
Drinking habits of college students disturb parent
Dear Ann: When our daughter won
a scholarship to a very fine universi-
ty in the East last year, we were
thrilled and proud of her.
"Mary" does not drink or smoke
and has high moral standards. We
were not the least bit uneasy about
her moving so far from home to go
to school, and wedidn't worry about
peer pressure.
Mary's letters, however, are de-
pressing. She says so many people
who live in her dorm (it's mixed,
men and women) get drunk atleast
four nights a week, and they make
so much noise she can't study. She
also has spent several nights taking
care of sick, hung-over friends. Her
roommate, she says, often stays out
until 3 or 4 in the morning, comes in
dead d runk and throws up. Mary re-
sents having to clean up after her,
but she has no choice.
We did not anticipate this sort of
thing when we sent our daughter
away to college. We asked Mary if
she would consider changing
schools (we would bewil€ing to for-
go the scholarship and pay her tu-
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Ann Landers
ition). She said, "No, an Ivy League
school has always been my dream,
and these problems exist all over."
We find this shocking as well as de-
pressing. What on earth is going
on? Can you tell us?
— Parents In Davenport, Iowa
Ann says: You ask, "What's going
on?" You just described it, accord-
ing to the information I receive regu-
larly from the National Clearing-
house for Alcohol and Drug Informa-
tion. College students spend $5,5
billion a year on alcohol. Harvard
School of Public Heafth researchers
have reported that excessive use of
alcohol on college campuses may
be hazardous not only to the health
of drinkers, but to nondrinkers as
well. They suffer from loss of steep
and study time, vandalism, physical
assault, unwanted sexual advances
and rape.
Dr. Henry Wechsler, Director of Col-
lege Alcohol Studies at the Harvard
School of Public Health, was the
lead author of a report that studied
the drinking habits of 17,592 stu-
dents from 140 colleges. The study
found that alcohol on college cam-
puses poses a serious hazard to the
physical health and emotional well-
being of students. One student said
she was fed upwith people urinat-
ing in the elevators, vomiting in the
hails, wrecking the bathroom and
pounding holes in the walls.
Wechsler's research revealed that
nearly half the college students are
binge drinkers who cause most of
the trouble by depriving others of
study time and sleep and physically
attacking classmates. College secu
city officers and administrators re-
port that alcohol is involved in the
majority of rapes and al most all vio-
lent incidents on campus.
Wechsler urges students who do
not drink to speak up and demand
their rights. Time magazine quoted
Wechsler as saying, *if your room-
mate gets d runk every night, either
insist on a new roomrn ate or de-
mand that you be moved ' He urges
people who are bothered by exces-
sive drinking to complain. He said,
"I want students to complain, I want
parents to complain. That's the only
way we will get change."
Although Wechsler do as not beat
the drum for total absti pence (he
says it is not "realistic'), I disagree.
If you don't drink at all, you wi Il n ev-
er have to worry about how much is
too much.
Ann Landers Is a columnist for
Creators Syndicate; her column
appears every day. Letters should
be addressed to Ann Landers,
P.O. Bax 11562, Chicago, IL
60611-0562. For a personal reply,
enclose a self-addressed,
stamped envelope.
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FAMILY...A production designed to strengthen families. FAMILY is a mixture of
scenes, slides, songs, and dialogue that explore family emoitions, open lines of
communication, and help prevent violence. The play is designed for the entire
family: children, teens, and adults are encouraged to attend.
A free will donation will be taken to help families in need
This production is sponsored by Samaritan Center for pastoral Counseling
and the Communities in Collaboration Council.
For additional Information, call the Samaritan Center at 473-2984Vol
April 25, 1995
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Taylor
4640 Fernbrook Lane North
Plymouth, MN 55446
CIN OF
PLYMOUTFF
Re: INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF 1995 "GREEN ACRES" APPLICATION
PID #10-118-22-33-0003
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Taylor:
Enclosed is your application for classification under the Minnesota Agricultural Property Tax Law. Please
complete the form, have it notarized and return to our office by May 1. 1995 All owners listed on the
application must sign
To avoid the most common errors found in filling out the form:
- Please identify both TOTAL ACRES and the number of TILLABLE ACRES.
- Under questions #3c, unless you are a family farm corporation, the answer will be
NO. This has no bearing on your eligibility to qualify.
As a new applicant you must provide proof of ownership in the form of a deed or contract for deed plus
verification of yourqualifying income (receipts canceledchecks etc 1
After processing your application you will receive notification from our office that your property has been
either approved or disapproved for the "Green Acres" classification.
If you have any questions completing the application or if I can be of any further assistance, please feel free to
contact me at 550-5024.
Sincerely,
Joan M rmick, CMA
Appraiser
Assessing Division
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Enclosure
We Listen • We Solve • We Care
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
a:Lyck.
APPLICATION FOR VALUATION AND TAR DEFERMENT OF AGRICULTURAL LAND
PROVIDED BY MINNESOTA AGRICULTURAL PROPERTY TAX LAW
Minnesota Statutes, Section 273.111
This application must be filed by May 1st of the year prior to the year in which the taxes
become payable.
To Nancy Bye Assessor, County of Hennepin, State of Minnesota.
Robert & Paula Taylor , being first duly sworn, deposes and says the t hey
is/are the owner__$_of the following described real estate situated in the city/township
of Plymouth in said County of Hennepin, State of Minnesota.
P.I.D. or Legal Description 0-118-22-33-0003
Photocopy of deed must be attached.
Address: 4640 Fernbrook Lane North Phone: Home
Plymouth, MN 55446 work
Affiant hereby requests that the aforesaid real estate be valued in assessment and taxes
deferred under the provisions of Minnesota Statutes, Section 273.111, as amended. In
support of this request, affiant gives the following answers relative to the use of the
property,
of which acres was used as tillable land during the preceding year.
1. The above described real property comprisingacres (do not submit for less than
ten acres) was actively and exclusively devoted to agricultural use during the year
preceding the assessment date; that is, devoted to the production for sale of live-
stock, dairy animals, dairy products, poultry and poultry products, fur bearing
animals, horticultural and nursery stock which is under section 18.44 to 18.61,
fruit of all kinds, vegetables, forage, grains, bees and apiary products by the
owner, or is slough, wasteland and woodland contiguous to or surrounded by land
described in (3) below and is under the same ownership or management.
Yes No
2. Gross income derived from such agricultural use of the real estate described herein
constituted not less than one-third of the total family income for the year preceding
the date for which application is made, or totaled not less than $300.00 plus $10.00
per tillable acre.
Yes No
LIST INCOME AND SOURCE (prior year) AMOUNT
Total Family Wages Received ..................................... $
Other Income -Exclusive of Above Property ......................... $
Agricultural Income (Specify) - Copies of Receipts Must be Attached
Rents Received - Above Property............ $
Crops ...................................... $
Livestock.................................. $
Poultry.................................... $
Total Agricultural Income ........................................ $
Total Family Income .............................................. $
DATE: April 25, 1995
TO: Nancy Bye, City Assessor
FROM: Joan McCormick, Appraiser "!
SUBJECT: LETTER OF INQUIRY FROM ROBERT TAYLOR
PID #10-118-22-33-0003
Robert Taylor's letter to Mayor Tierney regarding his property, located at 4640
Fernbrook Lane, in part, addressed the possibility of a Green Acres Classification.
In response to this request, a phone message was left for him and an application form
with a cover letter and an "Open Immediately" message on the envelope, was mailed to
him 4/25/95
cc: -/Kathy Lueckert, Assistant City Manager
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Meyer Investment Inc.
Attn. Steve Meyer
7841 Wayzata Blvd. Suite 102
Mpls. , MN 55426
Dear Steve Meyer:
Here's the scenario for the trees that were removed on the property at 1935 Kilmer La.
Plymouth, MN.;
Two of these trees were marked for removal by John Payne, Forestry Aide, August 26,
1992. Certified letters were sent to Stephan Walker on August 26 and October 6, 1992
with no response. On October 6, an informational letter was also sent to Tim La Perre.
On October 13, a letter was sent regular mail to Bryan Reitzner. No response was ever
heard from any of the parties and no action was taken that season.
On August 4, 1993 Lara Carlson, Forestry Aide remarked the trees and also marked an
additional diseased tree with the numbers 321-323A. Lara Carlson posted the property
August 5, 1993 due to the previous lack of response. Tim La Perre called in response
to the posting and said that if he could get an extension, the trees would be removed by
October 1st. On October 4, the trees were still standing and no further response had
been heard. A force cut was issued to the City contractors, the Coolen Brothers Tree
Service. The Coolens removed the trees for $1,331.25 on October 13, 1993. The City
administrative fee (25 %) was added for a total of $1,664.06.
An invoice from the Finance department was sent to Tim La Perre of 18000 18th Ave.
N. Plymouth, MN 55447 for this amount. Fail►►re to receive payment lead to an
assessment notice from the Finance department being sent to Stephan Walker to appear
before the council on May 2, 1994 for dispute of this assessment. Upon hearing no
objection or new information at the public hearii;g, ti C Council adopted the assessment
roie #2.
"n April 7th, 1995 the Forestry division received your fax letter disputing the
removals. Upon further research and measurement, I determined that tree #323A was
within the boulevard and incorrectly assessed to your property. The remaining two tree
stumps were behind the 29' boulevard, north of the removed garage. I would guess
that the inspectors who marked the trees were measuring the boulevard from the middle
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of Kilmer La. n m 'i'. '
common to most street and we were unaware of the 29 boulevard
from the curb until we received your survey dated November 9, 1993. At any time
during the process had we known this information and/or had been contacted we could
have resolved this matter sooner.
To resolve the assessment matter, you will -have to talk=with Dale Hahn, Finance
Director to arrange for the reduction of $599.06 (removal cost of tree #323A) from the
original assessment of $1,664.06. Dale's phone number is 550-5101.
If you have any further questions or concerns about the trees in question, please feel
free to call me at 550-7462 between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Sincerely,
Paul Buck
Forester
cc: Dale Hahn, Finance Director
Mark Peterson, Superintendent of Parks
NOTE TO FILE ON STEVE MEYER
APRIL 18, 1995
I spoke to Steve Meyer today about the City removing the cost of one of his tree
assessments. Paul Buck has agreed to make the reduction. I told Mr. Meyer that I
would issue a refund to him of $599.06 plus the associated interest on this portion of
the assessment after he provides me with a copy of a paid receipt for the first half of
the 1995 taxes. He was in full agreement with this settlement.
His daytime phone number is 545-7520.
April 11, 1995
Honorable Joy Tierney
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Your Honor:
MEYER INVESTMENT INC.
7841 WAYZATA BOULEVARD, SUITE 102
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55426
612-545-7520
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I am the unrecorded owner of a vacant lot at 1935 Kilmer Lane in Plymouth. I own a home and another
rental property in the City of Plymouth.
I recently received a tax statement for my vacant lot on Kilmer Lane and noticed that I am being charged a
special assessment in the amount of $1,664.06. I found out the assessment is for cutting down one or two
trees on the boulevard that fronts my lot.
I am very disturbed at the fact the job was not put up for bid by several contractors and that the City while
not looking out for the owner by getting it done at a fair price, charged a 25% Administrative Fee.
The charge for cutting down the tree by Coolen Bros. is $1,331.25, the Cities fee is $332.81 and the special
assessment with interest comes to $1,904.00.
I understand the Cities frustration in not getting a hold of a non -recorded owner and having to order the job
done, but I do not feel the City protected the owner from getting ripped off by the tree company. This size
tree can be removed for under $300.00, and then you charge a $332 Administrative Fee!
Something must be done about how this was handled! If there is anything I can do to reduce this cost,
please let me know.
Sincerely,
Steve ever
INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE, CONTRACT FOR DEED INVESTMENT, MANAGEMENT
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MEYER INVESTMENT INC.
7841 WAYZATA BOULEVARD, SUITE 102
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55426
612-545-7520
DATE: April 7, 1995
TO: Lara Carlson
612-550-7480 (fax)
FROM: Steve Meyer
612-545-7520
RE: Tree removal at
1935 Kilmer Lane
Lara, I believe that the Forestry Department made a mistake by:
1. Handling the job the way they did. They did not get bids and they let the contractor charge
whatever he wanted.
2. Billing the parcel for the cost of removing the tree. As you will see on the Survey I have
attached, the trees are on the 29' boulevard that is either owned by the City or the Highway
Department.
I do not believe the tree removal should have been billed to this parcel. There was a house and garage on
the property at the time, but they were behind the trees and there was no fence. Have you been able to find
the invoice?
I am sure the trees were within the 29' boulevard! Can you please check with Forestry to find out who pays
for the removal of boulevard trees and then let me know when we can get a copy of the bill.
Sincerely,
Steve Meyer
INVESTMENT REAL ESTATE, CONTRACT FOR DEED INVESTMENT, MANAGEMENT
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Proposed building Information must be checked with approved building
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD..
PLYMOUTH, MN 55447
INVOICE NO:
7477
DATE:
22/ 93
CHARGE FOR FORCE TRETE REMOVAL AT 1935 KILMER LA N 10/04/93.
ADMINISTRATIUE FEE
1664.06
TOTAL INVOICE DUE IN 30 DAYS.
THANK YOU!
SECOND NOTICE -PAST DUE
TOTAL
AMOUNT DUE ,
1331.25
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PAYABLE TOS THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH
IF QUESTIONS CALL: 550-5100
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SECOND NOTICE -PAST DUE
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PAYABLE TOS THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH
IF QUESTIONS CALL: 550-5100
Tim La Perre
18000 18th Avenue North
Plymouth, Mn. 55447
FORCE CUT -TIM LA PERRE
Property I. D.
25-118-22-14-0037
1935 Kilmer Lane North
Plymouth, MN.
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On August 4, 1993 Lara Carlson, Forestry Aide, marked a diseased elm tree
(#321-323A).
Two of these trees were marked for removal by John Payne, Forestry Aide,
August 26, 1992. Certified letters were sent to Stephan Walker on August 26
and October 6, with no response. On October 6, an informational letter was
also sent to Tim La Perre. On October 13th a letter was sent regular mail to
Bryan'Reitzner. No response was ever heard from any of the parties and no
action was taken.
Lara Carlson posted the property August 5, 1993. Tim La Perre called in
response to the posting and said that if he could get an extension, the trees
would be removed by October 1st.
On October 4, the tree was still standing and no response had been heard. A
force cut was issued to the City contractors, the Coolen Brothers Tree
Service. The Coolen's removed the tree for $1,331.25. The City
Administrative Fee (25%) of $332.81 was added for a total of $1,664.06.
04-05-1995 17:51
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
To: Scott Meyer
Company:
Phone: 545-6179
Fax: 545-7520
From: Lara Carlson
Company: City of Plymouth
Phone: 550-7465
Fax: 550-7480
Date: 04/05/95
Pages Including this
cover page: 3
comments: I have not been able to find the original invoice
In Paul Suck, the Foresters files. I spoke with the contractor,
Joe Coolen. Joe Coolen also told me that he did not keep old
Invoices on file. Joe relayed that there were two garages,
overhead wires, and a fence that would Increase the cost of
removal. I am sending the memo and billing statement that was
submited to the Finance Department. I will ask Paul Buck
tomorrow If he can find a copy of the invoice, and will send
results. If you have further questions, give me a call.
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Mr. Stan Stevens
12335 53rd Avenue North
Plymouth, Minnesota 55442
Dear Mr. Stevens,
Thank you for your letter regarding the train whistles. I do appreciate learning
from you that we continue to have problems with train whistles. It is clear that we still
have some work to do with the railroads to minimize this problem.
The crossing arms finally are in place at Pineview (as of March 1995), and that
crossing now falls under the City's ordinance. However, it may take some time before all
of the railroad engineers understand that whistles are not necessary as long there is no
clear and present endangerment of life, or property (Plymouth City Code 1165.01) The
Trainmaster, Mr. Huettl, has informed us that he has observed several cars going around
the lowered crossing arms. In such instances, the engineers might be justified in sounding
the whistle. We are in contact with Mr. Huettl, and will continue to work with him on the
whistles.
Plymouth is not the only community which has problems with train whistles. Two
cases are pending in the court system from other cities seeking to press charges against
railroads for whistles. The railroads contend that cities have no authority to regulate train
whistles, because railroads are regulated by the federal government. In one case, the court
ruled in favor of the city, in the other, in favor of the railroads. Both cases have been
appealed. Until we know the final disposition of these cases, our attorneys have advised
us not to pursue charges against the railroad, so that the city can avoid potentially costly
litigation. We are following these cases closely, and will take action when it is
appropriate.
We Listen • We Solve • We Care
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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Thank you again for your letter. I can assure you that we will continue to work
with the railroad to alleviate the whistle problem. Please give me a call on 550-5013
should you have questions.
Sincerely,
Kathy Lueckert
Assistant City Manager
cc: Mayor and City Council
City Attorney
Public Safety Director
`
Ms Kathy Lueckert
Assistant City Manager
3409 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, Mn 55447
Dear Ms. Lueckert,
This letter is in regard to your comments in the Star -Tribune
Saturday, April 15, 1995, regarding the train noise story in Coon Rapids.
The trains still blow their whistle between the hours of 1000 P.M.
and 7:00 A.M. in Plymouth, but I finally stopped calling to complain.
(The last incident was 3:30 A.M. on March 22nd.) It became obvious
to me, and probably other citjzens, that Barb Cox and the city attorney
were unwilling to tackle the Soo Line for breaking the law. How muci-:
in fines has the city collected? .
When the hearings were conducted regarding the train noise in
Plymouth, it was my understanding the city was goinU to find money
to put crossing arms at the Pineview Lane crossing. 4oparently
since the "complaints have all but ceased, the city has chosen to
ignore that commitment that was made to the residents.
Stan Stevens
12335 53rd Ave N.
cc: Mayor Joy Tierney
Kerry Anderson
2016 Oakview Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Ms. Anderson,
Thank you for your recent letter concerning the status of a recreation center and/or a
community pool in Plymouth. Mayor Tierney has asked Eric Blank, Director of Parks
and Recreation, to respond to your letter. You can expect a response from Mr. Blank
by May 2.
Thanks again for your letter. Please give me a call on 550-5013 if you have not
received a response by May 2.
Sincerely,
&/44wt4�
Kathy Lueckert
Assistant City Manager
cc: Eric Blank, Director of Parks & Recreation
C/R file
We Listen • We Solve • We Care
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
April 26, 1995
To whom it may concern:
I am a Plymouth resident who moved here 5 years ago. I have recently found out that once upon
a time, there were proposals for a recreation center here in Plymouth. I am wondering what
happened to those plans, if we can re -open the issue.
I am appalled at the process in Wayzata for swimming lessons. There is INCREDIBLE DEMAND,
and no-one seems to build another pool to meet these demands!!! People stand in line to fight
for lessons at 4 am!!!!! Many don't even get lessons! This is a basic skill that children need
We are not a poor suburb, lets get a pool!!!
Please let me know what I can do to help get one going here in Plymouth!
Thank/you,
Kerry Anderson
2016 Oakview La.
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Richard W. Stanek
State Representative
District 33B
Hennepin County
April 18, 1995
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Minnesota
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COMMITTEES: JUDICIARY; EDUCATION; U OF M FINANCE
Dwight Johnson, City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447-1482
Dear Dwight:
I would like to join you and the Plymouth City Council at one of your work sessions. As
you know, my schedule at the Capitol is rather hectic right now. Let's see how my calendar
looks when you set your next work session date. If all else fails, let's plan on getting
together after session adjourns.
I look forward to visiting with you and the other council members. Please give me a call
at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Richard W. Stanek C
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Senator, District 45
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St. Paul. Minnesota 55155
(612) 296-4314
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Minnetonka, Minnesota 55305
April 18, 1995
Kathy Lueckert, Assistant City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Kathy,
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Thank you for contacting me and sharing with me the support of the Plymouth City
Council moving the paint line to create a third lane on Highway 394 at Penn Avenue to
reduce the bottleneck effect.
I am a co-author on this legislation, and I am hopeful we will be successful this year
with the passage of this legislation. As I'm sure you are aware, there have been several
attempts in the past which were defeated on the Senate floor.
As of this writing, Senate File 371 has passed out of. the Senate Transportation
Committee and is on the Senate General Orders. It will be taken up for a full vote in
the near future. You can count on my support.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any further comments or questions. Again,
thank you.
Sincerely,
WA�
Martha Robertson
State Senator
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April 20, 1995
Kathy Lueckert, Asst. City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Re: Senate File 371, I-394 expansion at Penn Avenue
Dear Kathy:
Thank you for your April 6th letter to me regarding the above. I,
of course, fully support Senate File 371 and any other legislation
that would speed the expansion to three lanes of I-394 at Penn
Avenue. I have, in fact, been negotiating recently with
Representative Dee Long, who represents the primary opponent of the
expansion. I believe that we are making progress toward
alleviating her opposition to this important change for Plymouth
residents.
Thanks again for contacting me. If you have further questions or
concerns throughout the legislative session, please do not hesitate
to contact me again.
Sincerely,
Todd Van Dellen
State Representative
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Ms. Joy Tierney
Mayor, City of Plymouth
17915 - 20th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Ms. Tierney:
As residents of the Seven Ponds neighborhood, we are adamantly opposed to the
distribution center planned for the corner of M odina Road and County Road 24. Since our
home is only 2 houses away from this site - attr lives will be unavoidably affected by this
development. Specifically:
- The Potentially high volume of seal -truck traffic this would bring in. With
incre d truck traffic comes: increased noise, reduced air quality, and the obvious
safetysues. Allowing semi -track traff, , c in a residential area with an abundance of
small ildren is an accident waiting t) happen - it's just a matter of time. Why
would a City of Plymouth intentionally plan for such a thing?
- Withe volume of semi -truck traffic this development could produce, why would
the 9of Plymouth plan for only 1 c atrance and exit - directly across the street
from a school bus stop?
- Bec use this is a distribution center, trucks could be coming and going at all hours
of the day and night. The thought of Living to listen to trucks rolling in and out, 24
hours a day, some parked with their c ngines running until the distribution center
opens,in the morning is beyond comps ehension. Would you like to live and raise
yourte
ly at a truck stop?
Aside frombvious detrimental affects to i he aesthetics of the area - not to mention its
impact on th wetlands and wildlife - this is a i� ery dangerous development. I know this was
not what we� ad in mind when we decided tc build/live in this part of Plymouth.
Sincerely,
. Mahon
3420 Jewel )ane North
Plymouth, D4N 55447
LunDGREn
BROS. April 26, 1996
CONSTRUCTION
INC Mike Stulberg, Chairman
and Members of the Planning Commission
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
RE: Plymouth Planning Commission Agenda
Item 6B. April 26, 1995
935 E. Wayzata Blvd. Applicant: Moer, Leuer Construction, Inc.
Wayzata Dear Mr. Stulberg:
Minnesota 55391 It has been brought to my attention that the Planning Commission will be reviewing the above
(612)473-1231 referenced matter at its scheduled meeting on April 26, 1995.
Apparently, residents of the Seven Ponds neighborhood and possibly some residents from Heather Run
have expressed opinions regarding this application. As you know, Lundgren Bros. has a long tradition
of disclosing to its homebuyers, many potential issues that may affect them including, potential
impacts to surrounding land uses. Heather Run is no exception.
The purpose of this letter is to share with you copies of disclosures utilized with each Purchase
Agreement at Heather Run. Please note those sections dealing specifically with "Future Development'
and "Improvements Outside Heather Run". In the event anyone at the meeting from Heather Run
suggests they were not informed, I wanted you to know exactly what our disclosures were. Enclosed
are copies of relevant disclosures. If necessary, please feel free to enter this letter into the record.
Thank you very much for this consideration.
Sincerely,
Terry Forbor,-
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Vice President
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cc: Dwight Johnson, City Manager
Ann Hurlburt, Community Development Director
Joy Tienney, Mayor
Brian Gilgosch, LBC C .
Kim Holmberg, LBC
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EXHIBIT H
LVnDGREn
13P% NSTRUCTION
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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR
PURCHASERS OF NEW HOMES
Lundgren Bros. Construction, Inc. ("Lundgren") designs and builds homes and
subdivisions of the highest q-,.lality and it siands behind its work. However, there are a number of
factors beyond our control that may have an impact upon your decision to buy a home from us.
Those factors include the following:
Schools. Your Lundgren salesperson can identify the public, private and parochial
schools that serve children in your area; but no one at Lundgren can advise you on the quality of
schools. You should investigate the schools by talking to school administrators, teachers and
parents.
Transportation. Lundgren can not advise you on present and future road construction,
traffic conditions, driving times, mass transit services, airline services, airport alterations and
expansions, airplane noise, motor vehicle noise and similar matters. For information about roads
and highways, you should contact the city's director of public works. For information about
airports, you should contact the Metropolitan Airports Commission at 726-8100, or the planning
director of the city in which the airport is located.
Future Development. If you are buying a home in a Lundgren subdivision which is part
of a project being developed in phases, your Lundgren salesperson will provide you with a map
showing the proposed future phases of the project; but Lundgren's plans are subject to change.
Lundgren cannot advise you about the possible future development of any property it does not
own. For information about future public improvements and private developments near your
subdivision, you should contact the city planners of the relevant cities.
Parks and Playgrounds. Some Lundgren subdivisions contain recreational facilities and
common open spaces which Lundgren will develop. Your Lundgren salesperson can answer
your questions about these facilities. Lundgren cannot advise you about city, county or regional
parks. For information about city parks, you should call the city parks department. For
information about a county or a regional park, you should contact the parks department of the
county in which the park is located.
Taxes. When a new home is built, the full value of the home will not be reflected in the
real estate taxes until the sec•:,nd calendar year after construction has been completed. Lundgren
cannot predict what your taxes will be. If you have any questions, you should contact the city's
tax assessor.
Medical Services. Lundgren salespeople can identify for you the locations of hospitals
and clinics serving your subdivision, but you must investigate the quality yourself.
Environment. Lundgren cannot advise you about environmental conditions, such as air
quality, noise and weather.
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Subdivision Improvements. When Lundgren develops a subdivision, Lundgren
constructs the streets, curbs, sanitary sewers, storm sewers and water lines within the
subdivision. When Lundgren builds a home in a subdivision that has been developed by some
one else, Lundgren is not responsible for any subdivision improvements. The developer of a
subdivision (Lundgren or someone else) is responsible for the maintenance and repair of
subdivision improvements only until the municipality accepts responsibility for maintenance and
repair. Lundgren cannot predict the level of maintenance and repair to be provided by the city.
If you have any questions you should contact the public works director of the city.
Utilities. Your Lundgren salesperson can identify the utility companies providing
telephone, electricity, natural gas and cable television (if available) to your subdivision. If you
have questions about utility rates, services; safety or anything to do with overhead or
underground transmission lines, you should contact the utilities directly.
Independent Salespersons. While Lundgren has its owns sales staff, it encourages real
estate brokers and agents to direct customers to Lundgren. Lundgren is not responsible for any
statements made by persons who are not direct employees of Lundgren.
Wetlands. Most Lundgren subdivisions contain wetlands. The State of Minnesota
prohibits the alteration of wetlands of any size without municipal approval. For information on
what constitutes a wetland and what may he done within one, you should contact the planning
director of the city in which the subdivision is located.
Ponds. Most Lundgren subdivisions contain ponds which are part of the subdivision
design and were created when Lundgren developed the subdivision. Lundgren does not
guarantee that the water in these ponds will be clear or that the ponds will be weed free. Such
things as water depth, water clarity and the types and abundance of vegetation -in ponds are
determined by many factors which Lundgren does not control. If you have questions about what
a pond will look like when the subdivision is completed, you should ask your Lundgren
salesperson for a list of subdivisions with ponds which you may inspect.
Easements. Easements for drainage and for utility construction are reserved along the
perimeter of all of the lots in every subdivision. The dimensions of these easements are shown
on the plat for the subdivision and on the Certificate of Survey for each lot. The city and private
utility companies may use a utility easement for the instillation of utilities. The drainage
easement is to provide a safe passage for storm water and may not be obstructed.
Stormwater Ponding Easements. Stormwater ponding easements are shown on the plat
and on the Setback and Easement Survey for each lot. Stormwater ponding easements are
created to provide temporary storage for the stormwater run-off from streets and a member of
lots. Placement of fill in stormwater ponding easements is not permitted.
LUNDGREN BROS. CONSTRUCTION, INC.
By Date:
Peter Pftaum, Presideut
RECEIVED BY PURCHASER.
Buyer: Date:
Buyer: Date:
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Exhibit J
INFORMATION ABOUT HEATHER RUN (ALL PHASES)
Public Parks and Trails
A neighborhood public park will be developed by the City of Plymouth in Outlot B, HEATHER
RUN and adjoining land in SEVEN PONDS FOURTH ADDITION. The location of the park
relative to the homes in all phases of HEATHER RUN is shown on Exhibit G to each purchase
agreement. Attached hereto is the City's most recent plan for the park, showing the general
location of the park facilities to be built. This plan includes only seven parking stalls in the
parking lot off Lawndale Lane, rather than twelve parking stalls in prior plans. The City expects
to start construction about August 15, 1994, to complete construction about December 1, 1994,
and to complete the park about March 1, 1995. This schedule can change and Lundgren Bros.
has no control over this schedule.
There will be public pedestrian trails in the following locations: in Outlot F, HEATHER RUN,
which is along County Road 101; in Outlots A and B, HEATHER RUN, which are along the
eastern border of HEATHER RUN between the neighborhood park and County Road 24; and in
Outlot B, HEATHER RUN 2ND ADDITION between Olive Lane North and County Road 101.
For more information about public parks and trails, call Eric Blank, Parks Director, City of
Plymouth at (612) 550-5131.
Protected Wetlands
All wetland areas in all phases of HEATHER RUN are protected by Minnesota's Wetland
Conservation Act of 1993 and other statutes and regulations, including municipal ordinances
which prohibit filling or obstructing drainage easements. Article III, Section 6 of the
Declaration of Covenants for Heather Run imposes additional restrictions over the rear portions
of certain lots. The Buyers of those lots will receive Protected Wetland Supplements to their
purchase agreements. For more information about the Wetlands Conservation Act of 1993, call
Fred Moore, Director of Public Works, City of Plymouth at (612) 550-5000. For information on
private restrictions pertaining to the wetlands, refer to Article III, Section 6 of the Declaration of
Covenants for Heather Run, as amended.
Improvements Outside of Heather Run
County Road 101 is classified by the City of Plymouth as a "minor arterial". This highway is
scheduled for improvement by Hennepin County in 1997 in accordance with the County's five
year Capital Improvement Plan approved December 8, 1992. It is likely that the improvements
will include widening of County Road 101 to four lanes past Outlot F, HEATHER RUN, which
is a trailway owned by the City. For more information, call Steve Theis, Department of Public
Works, Hennepin County at (612) 930-2528.
County Road 24 is classified by the City of Plymouth as a "minor arterial". It is likely to be
widened to four lanes adjacent to Heather Run running from Highway 55 to County Road 101.
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A timetable for this improvement has not been set by either the County or the City. County
Road 24 is in the process of being upgraded to four lane status at the present time from Highway
55 to 32nd Avenue North, a project which should be completed in 1994. For more information,
call Dan Faulkner, City Engineer, City of Plymouth at (612) 550-5071.
County Road 24 and County Road 101 Intersection. This intersection is scheduled to have a
traffic light installed in accordance with the City of Plymouth's Capital Improvement Plan
approved December 21, 1992. This project is likely to occur in 1994. For more information call
Dan Faulkner, City Engineer, City of Plymouth at (612) 550-5071.
Undeveloped Land North of Medina Road
The undeveloped land lying directly north of HEATHER RUN across Medina Road has a
designation of "Planned Industrial" on the City of Plymouth's Land Use Guide Plan. However,
designated uses under the Land Use Guide Plan are subject to change, depending on City
Council action on specific development proposals. For more information on the allowable uses
in industrial districts and any other questions concerning this land, call Anne Hurlburt, Director
of Community. Development, City of Plymouth at (612) 550-5059.
Light from Greenhouses
Northwest of HEATHER RUN, at 4045 County Road 101, there are a number of commercial
greenhouses owned and operated by Len Busch Roses, Inc. From mid-September to mid-April
every night for varying periods between 9:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m., Len Busch Roses, Inc.
illuminates most of the greenhouses to accelerate the growth of roses and other plants. The
lamps emit an amber -colored light, which escapes from the greenhouses horizontally and
vertically and sometimes illuminates low clouds overhead. For more information on the
greenhouse illumination, call Anne Hurlburt, Director of Community Development, City of
Plymouth at (612) 550-5059 or Len Busch Roses, Inc. at (612) 478-6077.
New Home Offerings
At this time, Lundgren Bros. intends to offer homes in both its TRADITIONS and AMERICAN
CLASSICS collections at Heather Run. TRADITIONS Homes are currently base priced in the
range of approximately $140,000 to $245,000 including lots. AMERICAN CLASSICS Homes
are currently base priced in the range of approximately $200,000 to $400,000 including lots.
The TRADITIONS Homes generally will be located on the lots backing up to County Road 101
and Medina Road, but may be offered on other lots in the neighborhood. These product
offerings and prices can change without notice and will change from time to time. For more
information on new homes, call a Lundgren Bros. sales representative who is selling in the area.
The Heather Run model home phone number is (612) 476-7359, and the Lundgren Bros. general
office number is (612) 473-1231.
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Exhibit J
Easements on House Lots
Each house lot in the subdivision has utility and drainage easements, 6 to 10 feet wide, on the
perimeter of the lot. Some lots may also have a utility easement which crosses a portion of the
lot. Lots which abut wetlands or ponds may have more extensive drainage easements. Nothing
can be done in these easement areas to impair drainage or interfere with utility lines.
Some lots are also subject to special easements for subdivision entrance improvements, pond
equipment and perimeter landscaping. The lots affected by special easements are identified on
the easement plat, which is an exhibit to each purchase agreement.
The developer and the homeowners association have the right, but not the obligation, to plant
trees in the boulevard of the street which adjoins each lot and in the portion of the lot which is
within 15 feet of the boulevard. The owner of the lot is responsible for maintaining the trees and
replacing any such trees that die. The respective rights and obligations of the lot owners, the
developer and the homeowners association with respect to special easements are set forth in
Article III of the declaration of covenants for the subdivision.
Common Areas
Heather Run Homeowners Association, Inc. will own and maintain the common areas reserved
for it in the Declaration of Covenants as amended. These common areas include the following:
• A private park, which Lundgren Bros. has built on part of Outlot C, HEATHER RUN.
• Wetlands or marsh areas in Outlots C, D, E, and H, HEATHER RUN.
• Entrance improvements in Outlots D and E, HEATHER RUN, at the County Road 24
entrance to the neighborhood.
• Subdivision monuments at the corner of Highway 101 and County Road 24 and to be
built at the corner of Highway 101 and Medina Road.
The homeowners association also maintains the kiosk in the median of the southern entrance to
the neighborhood and landscaping islands in the center of certain cul-de-sacs, all of which are in
public road rights-of-way. For more information about common areas, read Article III of the
Declaration of Covenants.
Homeowners Association
Heather Run Homeowners Association, Inc. is a non-profit corporation organized under the laws
of the State of Minnesota. Each lot owner automatically becomes a member of the Association.
The Association has two classes of members. Class A members are the purchasers of lots, and
each lot has one vote in the Association. The Developer is the Class B member, and it has three
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Exhibit J
votes for each lot it owns. On the earlier of the date on which 75% of all lots have been sold, or
December 31, 2001, the Developer's voting rights will be reduced to one vote per lot.
An annual general assessment will be charged each homeowner for the Association's
maintenance activities described above. In addition to the general assessment, the Association
also has the right to levy special assessments for maintenance, repair or capital improvements to
the common areas. The Association has the authority to charge 8% per annum interest on any
assessment not paid within 15 days after the due date. The Association also has the authority to
foreclose the lien against the property on which an assessment has been unpaid. The annual
general assessment for each homeowner's lot for 1994 is $300.00.
The Association is not responsible for any repairs and maintenance of homes or lots, except for
portions of certain lots in the Declaration upon which entrance monuments, berms, or fences are
constructed.
No improvements shall be commenced upon any lot, nor shall the exterior color, style, and
materials of an approved structure on a lot be altered, without the prior written approval of the
Architectural -Control Committee appointed by the Board of Directors of the Association. The
developer is exempt from this requirement.
For details about Heather Run Homeowners Association, Inc., please read the Articles of
Incorporation and the Bylaws of the Association and the Declaration of Covenants for Heather
Run.
LUNDGREN BROS. CONSTRUCTION, INC.
By:
Peter Pflaum, President
Date:
The undersigned Buyer hereby acknowledges that Buyer has read and understands this
Information about Heather Run.
BUYER:
Date:
Date:
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MR. AND MRS. Al LEN J. MAIJALA
6220 D:em,wd Circle
Pivmouth, t. N 55442
(612)55'-7270
April 2. , 1995
Mr. Fred G. Moore, P.E
Director of Public Works VIA FEDERAL EXPRESS
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 5 5447
Re; DNR Permit No. 94-6139
Restoration Work Adjacent to Pik. Lake
Dear Fred:
It has �een a month (March 24th) since I telephoned you and left a voice mail message telling
you of our eo cern with the project that was compl-ted on March 15th. In that message, I informed
you that the ater was undermining the berm in the same location as it had prior to the excavated
channel b78Tpened. I asked that you return my {gall in order for us to discuss or meet to view the
potential problem. To date, I have had no response from yoF or the City of Plymouth.
Myer passed away the night of March Mth and I have been in Colorado the majority of
the past mon taking care of family matters. Thus, the reason for not following-up my telephone call
to you durin a day on March 24th.
Therere some issues that I would like to outline in the job itself:
• Waiting until March 10th to start the project with a March 15th deadline proved to
be disastrous. The weather we ha j throughout January and February was ideal for
[such ajob.
• The contractor performed above and beyond considering the time frame and weather
conditions he had to complete the joh. Six inches of new snow on March 8th did not
help matters and the 50 degree temperatures that resulted in the creek turning from
a "trickle" into an overflowing spri !lg runoff completely made matters worse.
• Today, the berm has completely sf,ttled where the previous excavated channel was
Iocated.
• The berm/pond area was not seale t properly with the black filter fabric prior to the
riprap being installed.
• The contractor was not able to comb llete proper digging on the south end because of
the water that filled the pond and r o frost left in the ground.
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Mr. Fred G. Moore
City of Plymouth
April 25, 1995
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The extensive damage that resulted to our driveway, sprinkler system, shrubs and
lawn was not necessary had the job been completed in January or February when the
frost was well below ground level.
Please refer to page 3 of 3, attach-nent A, Limited Permit #94-6139, paragraph 11.
The disturbed areas shall be monitored long enough to ensure that these areas are
stabilized and necessary maintenanc- related to stabilizing the disturbed areas shall be
performed.
I will be available Friday afternoon, App .1 28th to meet with you, Cecil Strauss and the
contractor to discuss the job and concerns we hay :.
We entered into arrangements with the City of Plymouth in good faith to accommodate what
was required by the DNR. By allowing the City of Plymouth to cross our yard, it was with the intent
to save the City from additional expense and try t ) bring closure to this project, Obviously, a key
part is the retaining pond above the newly created pond which was not cleaned out as earlier agreed
to by all parties.
Our agreement with the City ensured that F I I restoration to our yard would be completed by
May 1. We need to discuss this job completion e n Friday afternoon as well. Our sprinkler system
was damaged in many areas and this must be addressed prior to any fill and sod being installed. Also,
with 3 sections of the drive way cracked, I would expect the City to have at least two independent
bids for this project to be completed.
In summary, the project needs to be ad dressed for additional maintenance relating to
stabilizing the worked areas and our yard needs to be repaired to its previous condition per our
agreement dated March 9, 1995 (copy attached).
PIease call me at 612-559-7270 or 1-800 ?21-4053 so we can determine a time to meet on
Friday, April 28th.
AJNMp
Sincerely, ,\\
Allen J. Maijala
cc: Cecil Strauss, Department of Natural Resc l.uces
Dwisg4 Johnson, City of Plymouth
Joy Tirey, Mayor, City of Plymouth
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MK AND MRS. A 1 LEN J. MAIJALA
6724 I7ar ;vW Cftik
Plymouth, -N N 55442
(612)5";;-7270
March -",1995
Mr. Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 5-W7
Re: DNR Permit No. 94.6139
Restoration work Adjacent to N' c Lake
Dear Frcd7
P.04/05
P.02/03
Pursuant to our telephone converw4ons and your letter dazed March 7, 1995, we propose
the following in order to get this project started r nd completed by March 15, 1995.
Inprdcr for the City of Plymouth to access the work site to complete this project, the City
of Plymouth hereby agrees to the following:
1) The crossing of the property at ( 20 Deerwood Circle will iztclude the necessary
equipman and material required to complete the restvrxtion plan snd Umhed Penret
NO -94-6139. The crossing shall °: ake place on the southerly side of the house. All
work is to be completeod by Mare1!: 15, 1995, except for the necessary plantiugs and
stabilization wWch misst be compl,Ied by June 15. 1995.
2) For the necessary planting and stabPdzadon de=led above, a uUy to sueh job site will
be via the creek channel for any equipment other than a whedb=w. Any crossing
of the property aftef the yard rests ration in item 3 below shall not damage the yard,
3) The City of Plymouth will repak the Maijalas yard crossing area to the present
condition, including but not limite i to, sod, shrubs, sprinkler system, and driveway.
Any repair for damage must be co mpleted by May 1, 1995.
4) The City of Plymouth agrees to II rovide good suitable .fill material to the selected
contractor at no cost to the MaijEIas for whatever fill is necessary to complete this
project.
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Mr. Fred G. Moore
City ofPlymouth
March 9, 1995
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5} As stated in pwSr* 6 ONM, AUXJ snent A to the Limited Permit desesibed above:
"The !lope oil the lake side of the portion fad (m accordance with
item #4) shad be scoped in a manna similar to the existing wen side
of the detention bash Filter fibtic and riprap simaw to that =Tandy
on the scope pe (;' diameter average), or larger, kail bo
placed on the new western sl ape.
In order for tm City ofphTWA to access the work site to complete this Pm the
eby agree to the foDowing:
I) lfsuY' th6 M41183 will matte arr,Lngeme= with rho City of I?lymouth's selected
con actorto haul good wit4bie fill MWcrW to the project site and spread in the pond
area. This expcase will be paid by tV Maijalas directly to the sleeted contractor.
2) If necessary, the hauling of the fill ivaterW shall run conawrent with the work
regtured by Limited Pw* No. 94-6139.
3) 'X he Maijalae wiu be responsr'bte for th a vegetation of the fitted porld area,
If you bAve ary questions, plus give me a c It.
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Mr. Fred G- �rc,
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ONE -1.0T4 Minnesota Department of Transportation
Metropolitan Division
►a- Waters Edge Building
Fti 1500 West County Road B2
rOF Roseville, Minnesota 55113
April 25, 1995
Mr. Dwight D. Johnson
City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth E;,ulevard
Plymouth MN 55447-1482
Dear Mr. Johnson:
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This letter is in response to your letter of April 24, 1995 regarding the development proposal
adjacent to Trunk Highway (TH) 55 in Plymouth. The Minnesota Department of
Transportation (MNDOT) would not allow access to TH 55 at this location due to mobility
and safety concerns.
TH 55 has been classified as an A minor arterial in the regional highway system through the
Metropolitan Council's planning process. This means that its primary function is to provide
mobility rather than direct land access, with appropriate connections being to principal
arterials, other minor arterials and collectors, and some local streets. The development
occurring in this area should be served through the existing minor arterials that connect to
TH 55 --County Road 101 and County Road 24. Our long term goal for a highway like
TH 55 would be to manage access to continue to provide adequate mobility to serve its
intended purpose. As part of this goal, we will try to eliminate access between CSAH 101
and CSAH 24, not add access points.
An access at this location, generating an estimated 2000 trips per day including
approximately 8% trucks, is also a safety concern. Each access location creates a point of
conflict between through vehicles and vehicles entering and leaving the highway. The
number and nature of these conflicts would increase with the speed and volume that occurs
on TH 55. An access here would also create conflicts with vehicles that are slowing or
accelerating because of the CSAH 24 traffic signal. For these reasons, it would be safer for
traffic using this development to access TH 55 by using Medina Road to get to CSAH 24 or
CSAH 101.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Mr. Dwight D. Johnson
April 25, 1995
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MNDOT's focus on TH 55 is to provide a safe and efficient corridor that will serve it's
users now and into the future. Restricting access to only appropriate connections is the best
way to manage TH 55 to provide that service.
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this proposal, and we appreciate the City of
Plymouth's willingness to work with MNDOT to provide for a safe and efficient regional
transportation system. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Charles A. Siggerud, P.E.
Metro Division Engineer
c: Jim Grube, Hennepin County
Roger Knutson, City Attorney