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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 06-15-1995JUNE 15, 1995 UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS .... 1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FORTUNE JUNE 19 7:00 P.M. (Note meeting room change) SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers TOPICS: Meet with Planning Commission to discuss Downtown Plymouth planning efforts City Computer System Private Streets JUNE 20 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers 2. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR JULY JULY 11 (tentative) 6:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Council Conference Room TOPIC: City Transit Issues REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers JULY 18 (tentative) 6:00 P.M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING Council Conference Room TOPIC: City Attorney Evaluation 7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO June 15, 1995 Page 2 3. PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT -- WEDNESDAY, JUNE 21, 7:00 P.M., Public Safety Library. 4. BOARD OF ZONING -- THURSDAY, JUNE 22, 7:00 P.M., Council Chambers. 5. 'HOME ALONE" COMMUNITY MEETING -- Communities In Collaboration Council is sponsoring a "Home Alone" community meeting on Monday, June 19, in the Wayzata Community Church Community Room from 7 - 9 p.m. Notice attached. (M-5) 6. METRO MEETINGS ---- The weekly calendar of meetings for the Metropolitan Council and its advisory commissions is attached. (M-6) 7. MEETING CALENDAR -- June and July meeting calendars are attached. (M-7) 1. DEPARTMENT REPORTS a. Weekly Building Permit Report for Commercial/Industrial/Public and Use Types. (I -la) b. Project Status Report. (I -lb) 2. MINUTES & AGENDAS: a. Planning Commission, May 24, 1995. (I -2a) b. Board of Education, School District 284, June 12, 1995 meeting agenda. (I -2b) 3. NEWS ARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS. ETC. a. Reprint of June 9 Star Tribune article on proposed bus service cuts. (I -3a) b. Project Update, City road construction update to residents. (I -3b) c. City news release on changeover to bimonthly sewer and water billing. (I -3c) 4. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY - CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter to Mr. Robert Peterson, President, Kingswood Homeowners Association, from Dale Hahn, in response to inquiry on the City's sump pump program. (I -4a) A status report on all correspondence is also attached. 5. CORRESPONDENCE a. Letter from Cheryl Morency, representing Shenandoah Townhome Association, requesting a meeting with the City to discuss financial assistance issues. (I -5a) b. Copy of letter sent to Plymouth Open Space Committee members thanking them for their efforts and contributions. (I -5b) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO June 15, 1995 Page 3 c. Letter from Marilyn Remer, Minnesota Guidestar, Mn/DOT Metro Traffic, advising communities on the implementation of the "Travlink" project for buses using the I- 394 corridor. (I -5c) d. Letter from Robert Owens, Chair, Metropolitan Council Transit Advisory Board, on 1997-99 Transportation Improvement Program projects. The City's project, I- 494/County Road 9 Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge, has been recommended for federal funding by the Transit Advisory Board. (I -5d) Dwight Johnson City Manager rID powF PLYMOUTI+ MEETING NOTICE DOWNTOWN PLYMOUTH A special meeting of the Plymouth City Council and the Plymouth Planning Commission has been scheduled for: Monday, June 19, 1995 7:00 p.m. Plymouth City Center - Council Chambers The City's consultants will present draft design guidelines and a concept plan based on the input received at previous meetings. Please call the Community Development Department at 550-5050 if you have any questions. We Listen • We Solve • We Care 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 —S— Concerned about Home Alone Kids? .11 IIIIIIN Want to be part solution? of the Join with others in our community to create safe, workable and affordable solutions for young teens who go home to an empty house after school. More than 60% of the youth in 6 - 8th grade spend more than two hours per day "home alone." "Home Alone" Community Meeting Monday, June 19, 1995 7-9p.m. Wayzata Community Church, Community Room Wayzata Boulevard and Ferndale in Wayzata Call Linda Lemke at 475-0891 or Polly Sonifer at 476-3243 for more info. This is a task force of Communities In Collaboration Council r METRO MEETINGS A weekly calendar of meetings and agenda items for the Metropolitan Council, its advisory and standing.rs�es, 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. DATE: June 9, 1995 WEEK OF: June 12 - June 16, 1995 METROPOLITAN COUNCIL Community Development Committee - Monday, June 12, Noon, Room IA. The committee will consider: fiscal year 1996 regional park operations and maintenance grants; public hearing findings and recommendations to adopt Regional Recreation Open Space Capital Improvement Program 1996-2005; commitment to issue $2.35 million of council bonds in 1996-97 and authorizing regional park capital improvement subgrants financed with Environmental Trust funds and Metropolitan Council bonds; final draft of the Rehabilitation and Redevelopment Study; Family Housing Program; 1995-96 Community Development work program and budget; and other business. Polluted Sites Working Group - Monday, June 12, 5 p.m., Rooms 1B and 1C. The group will discuss recommendations to go to the Metropolitan Council. Public Hearing for Metropolitan Council Transit Operations Service Reductions for Routes S29 and S7 - Monday, June 12, 6:30 p.m., Dakota County Library, 119 Wentworth Ave. E., West St. Paul. Public Hearing -Informational Presentation for Metropolitan Council Transit Operations Service Reductions for Routes M14, M7/11 and M5 - Monday, June 12, 7 p.m., Robbinsdale City Hall, Council Chambers, 4221 Lake Rd., Robbinsdale. 1995 Rates/Cost Allocation Task Force - Tuesday, June 13, 7:30 a.m., Room 2A. The task force will consider. new internal structure of Metropolitan Council Environmental Services; discussion of If I Were Sovereign; update from Technical Advisory Committee; tour information for June 27; and other business. Environment Committee - Tuesday, June 13, 4 p.m., Chambers. The committee will consider: Ramsey County Water Quality Protection Plan; City of Lakeville Water Supply and Distribution Plan; authorization to award and execute a contract for South St. Paul forcemain inspection and improvements; authorization to request vendor qualifications for Blue Lake Plant and Seneca Plant solids handling services; Minnesota Association of Government Communicators award for MCES's Business -School Partnership with Dayton Bluff Elementary School; Report on AMSA annual meeting; Seneca centrifuge procurement report; Program Management Project Advisory Committee/Re-Engineering; and other business. Public Hearing: For Metropolitan Council Transit Operations Service Reductions for Routes S94MY and S94W - Tuesday, June 13, 7 p.m., Woodbury City Hall, Room B, 8301 Valley Creek Rd., Woodbury. Chair's Informal Breakfast Meeting with Council Members - Wednesday, June 14, 8 a.m., Sheraton Midway, I-94 at Hamlin, St. Paul. Appointments Committee for Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission Appointments - Thursday, June 15, 3 p.m., Room 2A. Finance Committee - Thursday, June 15, 4 p.m., Room 2A. At 4:05 p.m., the meeting will be closed to the public pursuant to MN Statutes Section 471.705 for labor negotiations issues. At 4:10 p.m., the meeting will re -open for the committee to consider: commitment to issue $2.35 million of Council bonds in 1996-97 and authorizing regional park capital improvements subgrants financed with Environmental Trust funds and Metropolitan Council bonds; 1996 budget discussion including recommended financial policies for the agency and projected property tax levies for 1996. At 5 p.m., the meeting will be closed to the public pursuant to MN Statutes Section 471.705 for discussion of labor negotiations issues. TENTATIVE MEETINGS THE WEEK OF JUNE 19 THROUGH JUNE 23, 1995 Transportation Committee - Monday, June 19, 4 p.m., Chambers. Development Scenario Tour for the Phalen Corridor - Tuesday, June 20, 9 a.m. Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission Tour of Regional Parks - Tuesday, June 20, 4 p.m. Special Joint Meeting: Environment and the Community Development Committees - Tuesday, June 20, 3 p.m., Chambers. Transportation Advisory Board - Wednesday, June 21, 3 p.m., Chambers. Public Hearing: To Hear Public Comments on the "Draft" 1996-98 Transportation Improvement Program - Wednesday, June 21, 4 p.m., Chambers. Executive Committee - Thursday, June 22, 7:30 a.m., Kelly Inn, Benjamin's Restaurant, I-94 at Marion, St. Paul. Special Meeting: Providers Advisory Committee - Thursday, June 22, 10:30 a.m., Chambers. Metropolitan Council - Thursday, June 22, 4 p.m., Chambers. Committee of the Whole - Thursday, June 22, immediately following the Council meeting, room to be determined- Chair's eterminedChair's Informal Breakfast Meeting with Council Members - Friday, June 23, 7:30 a.m., Sheraton Midway, Bigelow's,1-94 at Hamline, St. Paul. Lower Minnesota River Technical Advisory Group - Friday, June 23, 9:30 a.m., Carver County Social Services Building, Commissioner Meeting Room, Second Floor, 600 4th St. E., Chaska. 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. 11-A I l METROPOLITAN SPORTS FACILITIES COMMISSION Intergovernmental Regulations Committee - Monday, June 12, 8 a.m., Sheraton Midway Hotel, 400 N. Hamlin Ave., St. Paul. The committee will consider legislative issues and other business. Concessions/Marketing Committee - Friday, June 16, 9 a.m., Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission office, 900 S. 5th St., Minneapolis. The committee will consider: foundation/fan development; marketing plan; astroturf, 1995 plaza publicity; and other business. The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission office is located at 900 South 5th St., Minneapolis, MN 55415. All meetings are held in the Commission office conference room, unless noted otherwise. Meeting times and agendas occasionally may be changed To verify meeting information, please call Lori Peltier, 335- 3310. �"`OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS �2 9)June 1995 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday May July S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 3 6 1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 2 3 4 3 6 7 8 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 9 10 11 12 13 14 13 21 22 23 24 23 26 27 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 26 27 28 29 28 29 30 31 30 31 Thursday Friday Saturday 1 7:00 PM PRAC - Council Chambers 7:30 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMLSSION - Pub. Safety Training Room 2 3 7 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 0► 11 12 13 14 1.5 16 17 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL7:00 QUALITY COMMITTEE -Pub. Safety Trng Room PM PLANNING COMMISSION Council Chambers 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 7 d X ' a f IRsi(a _ 7:00 PM PACT - Pub. Safety Library Library 7:00 PM BOARD OF ZONING- ONING- Council Chambers 25 26 27 28 29 30 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION - Council Chambers Rev. 6/15/95 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS � July 1995 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 S 6 7 8 Independence DayCity MUSIC IN t; Offices Closed ' PLYMOUTH ...: 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 6:00 PMSPECIAE COUNCIL ,_ :'= ,: 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION ,• 7:00 PM PRAC - Council `'= � ' ` - Council Chambers 7:00 rM COIUNCIG MEETING Chambers 7:30 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION -Pub. Safety Training Room 7:00 PM ENV020NME AL QUALITY c0NM4 r-Pub.S.fety71egRoom 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 6.00 PM SPECIAL CQUNCI4";�" �4MXCTING:C 111ChZrn 7:00 PM PACT - Pub. Safety Library 7:00 PM HRA - Council Chambers 71-, 00 YM COUNCI MEETING ;Council Chatnben ; . 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION 7:00 PM BOARD OF ZONING - ' - Council Chambers Council Chambers 30 31 June August SMT W T F S SMT W T F S 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 13 l4 15 16 17 18 19 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 25 26 27 28 29 30 27 28 29 30 31 Rev. 6/15/95 __j DATE: JUNE 15, 1995 TO: DWIGHT JOHNSON, CITY MANAGER Q) FROM: CARLYS SCHANSBERG, DATA CONTROL/INSPECTION CLERK SUBJECT: BUILDING PERMIT ISSUED REPORT FOR COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL/PUBLIC & CHURCH USE TYPES JUNE 8, 1995 THROUGH JUNE 14, 1995 Permit #67160 was issued to AWR Inc. for reroofing of a building at 13120 County Rd 6, valuation $503,861.00. Permit #67119 was issued to Dalco Roofing for reroofing of a building at 800 Berkshire Lane North, valuation $82,000.00. PERMITLIST LIST OF PERMITS ISSUED PAGE 1 06/15/95 AGING DAYS FROM 06/08/95 TO 06/14/95 PIN NUMBER CLASS OF WORK DATE PERMIT # APPLICANT NAME LEGAL USE TYPE ISSUED ERMT.TYPE SITE ADDRESS DESCRIPTION OUTLOT/TRACT UNIT# STATE LICENSE # VALUATION TOTAL FEE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 27 118 22 42 0001 REPAIR 06/14/95 67160 AWR INC LOT BLK INDUSTRIAL BUILDING 13120 CO RD NO 6 LLS27QQ420001 0000000 $503,861.00 $2,303.43 28 118 22 44 0025 OTHER 06/14/95 67166 DEAN'S TANK & OIL LOT BLK SFD BUILDING 14500 14TH AVE N 6 2 SUNSET ACRES 0000475 $50.48 26 118 22 21 0023 DEAN & KATHLEEN THOMPSON 2446 HEMLOCK LA N 0000475 13 118 22 43 0070 A LINE CONST 3750 NATHAN LA N 20032753 REPAIR 06/14/95 67178 LOT BLK SFD BUILDING LLS26QQ210023 $500.00 $25.00 REPAIR 06/14/95 67182 LOT BLK SFD BUILDING 14 5 PLYMOUTH PLAZA 3RD $2,500.00 $55.25 12 118 22 21 0020 ALTERATION 06/09/95 66433 CHARLES W & SANDRA L STEINER LOT BLK SFD BUILDING 5160 TRENTON LA N 9 2 WILD WINGS 4TH 20032753 $12,800.00 $244.00 18 118 22 33 0047 DECKS ETC 3720 YELLOWSTONE LA N 0007180 14 118 22 14 0065 J C PETERSON & ASSOC 4280 COTTONWOOD LA N 0003579 ADDITION 06/12/95 66666 LOT BLK SFD BUILDING 3 12 BRIDLEWOOD FARM 3RD $4,200.00 $120.90 NEW CONST 06/09/95 66695 LOT BLK SFD BUILDING 8 3 FORSTER PRESERVE PLAT 2 $230,000.00 $3,770.92 PERMITLIST LIST OF PERMITS ISSUED PAGE 9 06/15/95 AGING DAYS FROM 06/08/95 TO 06/14/95 PIN NUMBER CLASS OF WORK DATE PERMIT # APPLICANT NAME LEGAL USE TYPE ISSUED ERMT.TYPE SITE ADDRESS DESCRIPTION OUTLOT/TRACT UNIT# STATE LICENSE # VALUATION TOTAL FEE -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 34 118 22 21 0007 DALCO ROOFING 800 BERKSHIRE LA N 11 118 22 21 0009 JAMES & ROSEMARY HAUSCHILD 11910 53RD AVE N NUMBER OF RECORDS 58 REPAIR 06/13/95 67119 LOT BLK COMMERCIAL BUILDING LLS34QQ210007 $82,000.00 $599.50 REPAIR 06/13/95 67135 LOT BLK SFD BUILDING 2 1 LARCH HGTS LAGOON 2ND $3,250.00 $64.63 DATE: June 15, 1995 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 the consultants performing engineering services in the City. The Approve Payments List, Report No. 115 is also enclosed. The following is a summary of the consultants' Project Status Reports. 1. STRGAR-ROSCOE-FAUSCH, INC.: City Project No 011 - Northwest Boulevard (45th Avenue to Schmidt Lake Road) and Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to PineviewLane) is complete except for some minor punchlist work. (See Map - C) City Project No 205 - Northwest Boulevard (Schmidt Lake Road to 54th Avenue) is complete except for minor punchlist work. (See Map - D) City Project No. 031 - County Road 24 and Medina Road is complete through the Phase I portion. Phase II construction is nearly complete as the wearing course was recently placed as was the required sodding. Final pavement striping and minor miscellaneous items remain to be completed. (See Map - E) PROBTAT.DOC SUBJECT: Project Status Report Page No. 2 t City Project No. 213 - Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to Fernbrook Lane) is nearing completion. The bituminous wearing course was placed this week and final striping and cleanup should be completed within the next month. (See Map - F) City Project No. 310 - New County Road 9 (Trunk Highway 55 to Vicksburg Lane) is proceeding and the contractor is currently working on the grading portion of the project. (See Map - G3) City Project No. 316 - Schmidt Lake Road EAW/Alignment Study (Vicksburg Lane to Peony Lane) has been completed, including the 30 day comment period with the record of decision being distributed. (See Map G4) City Project No. 406 - Trunk Highway 55 North Frontage Road and South Shore Drive is complete except for clean-up which should be completed during the next month. (See Map - G5) Citv Proiect No. 310 - New Traffic SiL-nal at New Countv Road 9/Relocated County Road 24/Trunk Highway 55 is proceeding and the underground portion of the construction is complete. Work has recently begun on the signal pole and mast arm installation. (See Map -G3) City Project No. 415 - Westbranch 3rd Addition (east of Dunkirk Lane and north of proposed County Road 91 is proceeding with the final design phase as authorized by the City Council on October 17, 1994. (See Map N-1) City Project No. 417 - 1995 Trail Improvements is on hold pending further staff direction. (See Map N-2) City Project No. 502 - Peony Lane (,T.H. 55 to County Road 47) has had the Preliminary Engineering Report prepared and this will be submitted to the City Council on June 20, 1995 for their approval. (See Map - B) PROJSPAT.DOC SUBJECT: Project Status Report Page No. 3 City Project No. 402 - CSAH 9 (1-494 to Polaris Lane) has had a landscape plan prepared and presented to City and County staff on April 4, 1995. This plan will be shared with residents at a public meeting yet to be scheduled. (See Map - B-1) The Plymouth MSA traffic counts for 1995 are continuing and are approximately 18 % complete. 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 complete except for punch list items which the contractor began repairing this week. The final wearing course for the roadway and trail, pavement marking and miscellaneous work should be done prior to the completion date which is July 1, 1995. Phase II of this project, which extends Schmidt Lake westerly from Fernbrook Lane to Vicksburg Lane, has had a draft Preliminary Report prepared and submitted to staff for review in August, 1992. (See Map - M) City Project No 214 - Xenium Lane Street and Utility Improvements (Xenium Lane to Northwest Boulevard south of County Road 91 had a Preliminary Report prepared for this project last year. A development has subsequently been approved, French Ridge, and the developer will now construct Xenium Lane as a State Aid project and be reimbursed by the City according to the established Assessment Policy. (See Map - N) City Project No 308 - Dunkirk Lane Street and Utility Improvements (Old Rockford Road to New County Road 9) is scheduled for completion by July 1, 1995. Work has not yet commenced this year and the remaining work includes paving of the final wearing course and pavement markings. (See Map - 02) PROMATMOC SUBJECT: Project Status Report Page No. 4 City Project No. 601 - 26th Avenue Street Improvements (Kilmer Lane to Medicine Ridge Road) is nearing completion except for miscellaneous items in the final wearing course. Due to additional excavation required to lower water services, the contractor has been requested to delay the final wear course until late summer or next spring to allow utility trench consolidation. (See Map - 04) Citv Proiect No: 212 - 3 Million Gallon Hollvdale Water Tower (Schmidt Lake Road and Vicksburg_ Lane) had the Preliminary Report accepted at the September 20, 1993 City Council meeting and the Council directed staff to set up a public meeting on this project. (See Map - 05) City Project No. 509 - Plymouth Creek Channel Improvements (Vicksburg Lane adjacent to Plymouth Creek Elementary School) commenced during the month of March, but due to an early warming trend the project was not completed during the winter as planned. A portion of the channel has been excavated and all necessary trees have been cleared. The remaining excavation and tree grubbing will be attempted in July. The spoils from the excavation will be either hauled from the site or stockpiled for removal next winter when the ground is frozen. SHORT-ELLIOTT-HENDRICKSON, INC.: City Project No. 401 - 1994 Street Reconstruction Program is complete except for minor punch list items which will be completed by June 15. The record plans have been submitted. (See Map - W) Citv Proiect No. 503 - NW -19 Trunk Sanitary Sewer (Kimberly Lane Elementary west to Peony Lane, north to proposed Wayzata High School) was authorized for construction and plans and specifications are currently being prepared. The project is expected to be let in early August with construction to begin in late August. (See Map - V) 4. CITY DESIGN TEAM: City Project No. 501 - 1995 Street Reconstruction Program was awarded to Northwest Asphalt at the June 6 City Council meeting. The preconstruction meeting was held on June 13 and the contractor is anticipating to begin construction the week of June 19. (See Map - P) PROJSTAT.DOC SUBJECT: Project Status Report Page No. 5 5. THE APPROVED PAYMENTS LISTING is attached as Report No. 115 for your information. Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E. attachments: Status Reports Approved Payments Listing Map PROMATMOC N W P E 7CITY OF SCALE OF MILES PLYMOUTH- - ' MMT[ PWOwO' s t t 1 1. �58, t 8 Yds = x a Yfl'gsglgag>:gg:gggg�H lad€=H 01 u ng> 88egg.g� sog ..�gegg:sggggg"gg: zgdgg�g.�gggg: $5 8 � s8 8E88 8 8 : S.7iR :SFB � 8 � 88� % 8 18 1111 j8 88 8g 88 Q6$88V8a6RS:tA LAKE AO BA55 w' T LAAE LARE NO Gov, f L 1 STREET MAP SRFSTRGAR-ROSCOE-FAUSCH, INC. 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: June 12, 1995 SUBJECT: PROJECT STATUS REPORT 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 Minor punch list work remains to finish the project. Northwest Boulevard (Schmidt Lake Road to 54th Avenue) City Project No. 205 SRF No. 0921637 Construction is complete except for minor punch list work. E. County Road 24 and Medina Road City Project No. 031 SRF No. 0921643 Phase I construction is complete. JUN 1 3 1995 v The bituminous wearing course, bituminous walk, concrete median and turf establishment are mostly complete for Phase II construction. Final pavement striping and minor miscellaneous items remain to be completed. Suite 150, One Carlson Parkway North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55447-4443 (612) 475-0010 FAX (612) 475-2429 A `� .y := \ \ Fred G. Moore, P.E. - 2 - June 12, 1995 Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to Fernbrook Lane) City Project No. 213 SRF No. 0921675 The bituminous wearing course is being placed this week. Final striping and clean-up should be completed within the month. New County Road 9 between T.H. 55 and Vicksburg Lane City Project No. 310 SRF No. 0931781 The contractor is working on the grading portion of the project. Schmidt Lake Road/Peony Lane Alignment Study SRF No. 0931865 The Record of Decision has been distributed and the project is complete. T.H. 55 North Frontage Road and South Shore Drive City Project No. 406 SRF No. 0941991 The wearing course has been completed. Clean-up will be completed during the next month. County Road 9/County Road 24/T.H. 55 Signal SRF No. 0942029 Work started as scheduled during the week of April 10, 1995. The underground portion of the construction is complete and the work will be completed when the signal poles and mast arms are received from the manufacturer. West Branch 3rd Addition City Project No. 415 SRF No. 0942078 Final design has been authorized by the City and work is proceeding. -' 1�3 Fred G. Moore, P.E. - 3 - June 12, 1995 1994 Trail Improvements City Project No. 417 SRF No. 0942080 The project is on hold pending further staff direction. Peony Lane (T.H. 55 to County Road 47) City Project No. 502 SRF No. 0952227 '2d The Preliminary Engineering Report was submitted to the Council on June, 1995. C.S.A.H. 9 Landscape Design City Project No. 402 SRF No. 0952203 A concept landscape plan was presented to City and County staff on April 4, 1995. Based on comments received from that meeting, revisions were made and the plan was resubmitted to the City and the County. Medina Road/Holly Lane Review SRF No. 0952223 All information requested to date by staff has been submitted. 1995 Plymouth MSA Traffic Counts SRF No. 0952231 The traffic counts are proceeding and are approximately 18 percent complete. JRD/TDP/jal cc: Dan Faulkner, City of Plymouth Dan Campbell, City of Plymouth JABonestroo Rosene Anderlik & Associates Engineers & Architects June 9, 1995 City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 Attn: Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner Re: Project Status Report File No. 70 Dear Dan: Vb Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and A.ssoo?:es, Inc is an -native Actio =qual Opportunity Empldyer Otto G. Bonestroo. PE. Robert W. Rosene. PE.' Joseph C. Anderlik. PE. Marvin L. Sorvala. PE. Richard E. Turner, PE. Glenn R. Cook, PE. Tnomas E. Noye, PE. Robert G. Schun,cht. RE. Susan M. Eberlin, CPA. Senior ConsuG ant Howard A I?nlord, PE. Keith A. G_';;n., P.C. Robert R. P. c rle, P.E. Richard W. Fester, RE. David O. Lc:,3ta. PE. Robert C F.:::ck, A.I.A. Jerry A. Bo..' -on. RE. Mark A. 1­1a":]n, PE Michael T ' e�imann, RE. Ted K. Fielc. -E. Thomas R i- Berson. A.I.A Donald C. 2i.•oardt, PE. Thomas A. S. °:o, RE. Frederic J Stenborcl, PE. Ismael Marcnez, PE. Michael P Rau. PE. Thomas W Pe:ersotb RE. cnael C. Lyne ❑es R. Malan. :]It J. Argane. ; .eth P Ancc-:: RE. R. Rolls. P= -"% A. Seip. F ='r W Mor i e'. c J. Gannon _ . ^.gel J. Edger.:- 2E. =.ck Schmid:. ip T K D. Brian K. Gage, PE. Keith R. Yapp, PE, Douglas 1. Benoit. PE. Shawn D. Gustafson. P.E. Cedlio Olivier, PE. Paul G. Heuer, RE. John P Gorder. PE. Dan D. Boyum. PE. Jeffrey J. Ehlennger, PE. Josepn P. Rhein, P.E. Lee M. Mann, RE. 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 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 which 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 in August 1992. Following City review, we will finalize the Preliminary Report for Phase 2 of the project. PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS Medina Road Trunk Water Main Improvements: The plans and specifications for this project are partially completed. The project is currently on hold, pending receipt of all necessary easements and right-of-way. ACTIVE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Project 601 - 26th Avenue Street Improvements: In the past month the contractor has completed the grading, gravel base, storm sewer, concrete curb 2335 West Highway 36 ■ St. Paul, MN 55113 ■ 612-636-4600 City of Plymouth Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner Page -2- June 9, 1995 and gutter, retaining walls, driveways and the first two courses of pavement. Hydrants were extended and hydrant markers were added. A gate valve was repaired. Several existing water services were lowered to maintain proper depth. Due to the excavation required to lower these water services, we recommend that the final course of pavement be delayed until September or next spring, to allow consolidation of the utility trenches. Utility poles on the west side of Pilgrim Lane and east side of Nathan Lane will be relocated along the north side of 26th Avenue. As soon as the site dries up a little the sodding will be done. Project 509 - Plymouth Creek Channel Improvements - Neumann Enterprise: The remaining excavation and tree grubbing will be attempted in July or August. School nature camps are scheduled at the creek on the following mornings: June 29th & 30; July 20th, 21st, 26th, 27th, and 28th. We will schedule the construction to avoid disruption of these classes. The spoils from the excavation will either be hauled from the site or stockpiled for removal next winter when the ground is frozen. Project 308 - Dunkirk Lane Street and Utility Improvements - S.M. Hentges: We have asked the contractor to delay the remaining work until the church has repaired their concrete driveway apron. The final wearing course, pavement marking and miscellaneous work should be done prior to the completion date which is July 1, 1995. Project 907, Phase 1 - Fernbrook Lane Street and Utility Improvements - Ryan Contracting: The contractor will begin to fix the punchlist items next week. The final wearing course for the roadway and trail, pavement marking and miscellaneous work should be done prior to the completion date which is July 1, 1995. Sincerely, BONESTROO, ROSENE, ANDERLIK & ASSOCIATES, INC. Shawn D. Gustafson, P.E. cc: OGB MLS GRC RGS JKI DJE APPROVE PAYMENTS PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS FROM 5116195 TO 6/20/95 REPORT NO. 115 3 Proposed C.R. 9/Rockford Road C.S. McCrossan Const., Inc. 310 4/14/95 4/24/95 $28,572.58 1 Plymouth Creek Channel Cleaning Neumann's Enterprise 509 5/3/95 5/6/95 4,023.25 Revised 6 CSAH 24/Medina Road - Phase II C.S. McCrossan Const., Inc. 031 5/5/95 5/9/95 29,035.55 10 Schmidt Lake Road C.S. McCrossan Const., Inc. 213 5/9/95 5/10/95 18,460.58 4 Proposed C.R. 9/Rockford Road C.S. McCrossan Const., Inc. 310 6/6/95 6/9/95 25,502.18 11 Schmidt Lake Road C.S. McCrossan Const., Inc. 213 6/7/95 6/9/95 31,711.27 7 CSAH 24/Medina Road - Phase II C.S. McCrossan Const., Inc. 031 6/8/95 6/12/95 22,509.64 6 T.H. 55 North Frontage, Road/ Hardrives, Inc. 406 6/12/95 6/13/95 20,868.12 South Shore Drive 1 T.H. 55 & CSAH 24 Signal Design Electric, Inc. 310 6/13/95 6/13/95 41,643.25 System CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES MAY 24, 1995 A regular meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Chairman Mike Stulberg. MEMEER.S PRESENT: Chairman Mike Stulberg, Commissioners Saundra Spigner, Linda Oja, Virginia Black, Allen Ribbe, Christian Preus and Barb Stimson MEMBERS ABSENT: STAFF PRESENT: Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning Supervisor Barbara Senness, Senior Planner John Keho, Planner Shawn Drill, City Engineer Dan Faulkner and Planning Secretary Denise Hutt MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe to approve the May 10, 1995 Minutes. Vote. 6 Ayes. (Commissioner Stimson abstained.) LUTZ CONSTRUCTION (95042) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Lutz Construction for a Preliminary Plat and Lot Width Variance for the creation of three lots for single family homes located at 15 Niagara Lane North. Planner Drill gave an overview of the May 12, 1995 staff report. Commissioner Ribbe asked if it would save trees if the sewer and water services were brought up the along the driveway. City Engineer Faulkner responded that typically it is not advisable to bring the sewer and water services up the driveway. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Jim Lutz, the petitioner. Mr. Lutz stated that he concurs with the staff report and it is his intent to save as many trees as possible. He stated that on Lot 3, the sewer and water services are going up at an angle near a Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 101 manhole, as suggested by staff. He added that he would not have a problem changing it, if recommended by staff. Chairman Stulberg wanted to know how many trees could be saved by running the sewer and water services up the driveway. Mr. Lutz responded that he did not know how many trees could be saved and that the individual homeowner of each lot would have to decide how many trees need to be taken to construct the homes. Chairman Stulberg asked Mr. Lutz if he was aware of Condition #5 of the approving resolution requiring a tree preservation plan to be submitted with the Final Plat application which indicates which trees are to be preserved. Mr. Lutz answered that he is aware of the condition and will comply. City Engineer Faulkner stated that the survey plan indicates services will be hooked up at the end of an existing sewer line in which the road would be torn up. The petitioner would be responsible for replacing the road in a reasonable condition. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced letters dated May 24, 1995 received from Thomas F. Walsh of 75 Kingsview Lane and Harold D. Lemke of 100 Parkers Lake Road. Mr. Walsh's letter stated that by bringing the services up the proposed driveways, the tree removal could be kept to a minimum. He wanted to know if the connection of these services will damage Niagara Lane further and if the developer would be responsible for restoration. He was concerned with the sight distance of this portion of Niagara Lane. He asked if the project will affect the existing intersection with Kingsview Lane and if the builder will be putting curb and gutter on both sides of Niagara. Mr. Lemke's letter .stated that he was opposed to the project as he did not feel that it meets the Plymouth Subdivision and Zoning Ordinance since two of the lots do not have the minimum frontage requirements on a public street. He added that the property could be subdivided into two lots and no variances would be required if the developer chose to adhere to the requirements. Mr. Lemke's letter also stated concerns of drainage and sight distance. Chairman Stulberg introduced Harold Lemke of 100 Parkers Lake Road, Wayzata. Mr. Lemke stated that he is aware of other neighbors that are concerned with this project and would like more time to obtain a petition from them stating their concerns. Mr. Lemke did not feel that this proposal meets the Subdivision and Zoning Ordinance because a variance is requested for the lots. Mr. Lemke was concerned with drainage as the property drops six to nine feet from the proposed lots to his lot and water could be a problem. He stated that if the Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 102 driveway is placed as proposed, it is at a crest of a hill and could be dangerous. Mr. Lemke stated that there are not any lots on Niagara Lane or Parkers Lake Road that do not meet the Subdivision and Zoning Ordinance standards. Chairman Stulberg indicated that the staff report contains seven letters from neighbors in support of the proposal. Chairman Stulberg introduced Mark Kipp of 13435 70th Place North, Maple Grove. Mr. Kipp stated that if the proposal is approved, he will become the owner of Lot 1. He indicated that he has been in contact with US West and NSP and they have visited the site and stated there should not be any problem incurred placing the services between the two driveways on Lot 1 and Lot 2. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. City Engineer Faulkner addressed the issues regarding Niagara Lane stating the petitioner would be responsible for restoration of Niagara Lane after placement of services and would be required to put up cash or a Letter of Credit to cover one-half of the street improvements including installation of curb and gutter. City Engineer Faulkner agreed that the sight distance is not ideal, but thought the road as proposed is the best solution. Senior Planner Keho stated that except for lot width, the applicant meets the requirements of the City Code Chapter 5, Section 500 for property in the R-lA zoning classification and is not out of character with the neighborhood. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Spigner to recommend approval of the request by Lutz Construction for a Preliminary Plat and Lot Width Variances for the creation of three lots for single family homes located at 15 Niagara Lane North, subject to all conditions listed in the May 12, 1995. staff report. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. CELLULAR ONE/WEST HEALTH (95046) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Cellular One/West Health for a PUD Plan Amendment and Conditional Use Permit for the construction of a 125 foot cellular antenna to be located in the Northeast comer of Highway 55 and I-494 on the West Suburban Health Campus. Planner Drill gave an overview of the May 15, 1995 staff report. Commissioner Oja questioned why a payment in lieu of dedication fees was not required. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 103 Planner Drill responded that the fees have been paid already from construction of the West Health Campus building. Senior Planner Keho replied that park dedication fees are required and paid at the time of construction of the principal building. Chairman,Stulberg introduced Ted Olson, the petitioner. Mr. Olson stated this site was chosen over other quadrants because of less interference with traffic competing with the antenna. Commissioner Oja asked if the petitioner would be required to improve the road. Mr. Olson replied that the road was abandoned many years ago and no improvements are planned, as they intend to secure an easement from Prudential to gain access to the equipment building and antenna structure. The abandoned road surface was targeted so that no trees would need to be removed. Commissioner Oja asked if trees would be trimmed now and in the future. Mr. Olson replied that trees will not be trimmed now, but the possibility exists for the future. Commissioner Oja wanted to know if the tower falls over in a storm, would it cause any damage. Mr. Olson stated that in the ten years that this type of pole has been manufactured, no failures have been reported. He explained that the pole has sections in which the bottom sections slide into the top sections and is bolted in place. If it would fail for some reason, it is designed to collapse on itself. Chairman Stulberg commented that an ordinance is in place that it could not fall off of their property line. Commissioner Black asked what area would be served by the tower. Mr. Olson replied that this tower will add capacity to relieve sites in Ridgedale and Brooklyn Park to enable handling more phone calls in this particular area. Commissioner Black wanted to know how much one tower could handle before they would have to expand. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 104 Mr. Olson responded that it is too hard to predict the trends of usage, but they prefer to increase the number of antennas on a given site, rather than securing new locations. He stated that there it is typically only one site per city. Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue. MOTION by Commissioner Preus, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe to recommend approval of the request by Cellular One/West Health for a PUD Plan Amendment and Conditional Use Permit for the construction of a 125 foot cellular antenna to be located in the Northeast corner of Highway 55 and I-494 on the West Suburban Health Campus, subject to the conditions listed in the May 12, 1995 staff report. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. CITY OF PLYMOUTH (95053) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by the City of Plymouth to'Rezone eight properties from FRD (Future Restricted Development) to R -1A (Low Density Single Family Residential). The properties are located at 4795, 4805, 4815 and 4825 Quinwood Lane North, and 12905, 12925, 13025 and 13030 -47th Avenue North. Planner Drill gave an overview of the May 12, 1995 staff report. Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue. MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Spigner recommending approval of the request by the City of Plymouth to Rezone eight properties from FRD (Future Restricted Development) to R lA (Low Density Single Family Residential). The properties are located at 4795, 4805, 4815 and 4825 Quinwood Lane North, and 12905, 12925, 13025 and 13030 -47th Avenue North. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. CITY OF PLYMOUTH (95054) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by the City of Plymouth for a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to amend Section 7 concerning Adult Correctional Facilities and Section 12 concerning Non -Conforming uses. Senior Planner Keho gave an overview of the May 15, 1995 staff report. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 105 Chairman Stulberg wanted to know why staff is presenting an Ordinance Amending Section 7, Subdivision C of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance if the City is the petitioner. Senior Planner Keho replied that staff prepared the amendment as an option for the Planning Commission. Commissioner Preus asked why the Adult Correctional Facility was deleted from the Zoning Ordinance in 1992. Senior Planner Keho responded that there had been numerous changes at the Adult Correctional Facility and the City has more control with a non -conforming use. Commissioner Preus asked why the Adult Correctional Facility was added back into the Zoning Ordinance in 1990. Senior Planner Keho replied that state regulations changed in 1989 and the City changed the Zoning Ordinance to comply with the regulations and the Adult Correctional Facility was inadvertently left out. Commissioner Preus questioned if the second condition, pertaining to expansion of not more than 50%, assumes from the original time of non-conformance. Senior Planner Keho stated that it would be the square footage from the original time of non- conformance. Commissioner Preus asked what was meant by condition #1 "discontinued for more than a year Senior Planner Keho explained that if there was only one building, and use had been discontinued for more than one year, it .. may not be resumed, but if there are multiple buildings, and the use in only one building had been discontinued for more than one year, it may be resumed. Commissioner Preus wanted to know if condition #1 dealt strictly with the Adult Correctional Facility. Senior Planner Keho stated it was not intended solely for the Adult Correctional Facility, but also Union City Mission and any others that may arise. Commissioner Spigner questioned if the amendment was approved, how would condition #1 affect the Adult Correctional Facility if they wanted to use the old Women's Facility. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 106 Senior Planner Keho explained that the old Women's Facility could be used as they have multiple buildings on the site. Planning Supervisor Senness commented that all buildings on the site would have to cease use in order for condition #1 to affect the Adult Correctional Facility. Commissioner Black asked if the same would apply to a building that experienced a fire. Senior Planner Keho replied that there are other sections of the Zoning Ordinance covering buildings that are damaged by fire. Commissioner Preus wanted to know where the 50% came from that staff is recommending for condition #2. Planning Supervisor Senness replied that it is consistent with other parts of the zoning ordinance dealing with non -conforming structures damaged by fire, etc. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced Bruce Johnson of 820 Shenandoah Lane. Mr. Johnson stated his concern and the need to control the expansion of the Adult Correctional Facility. He added that the plan in 1992 was for the Adult Correctional Facility to be a non- conforming use to have more control over expansion. Chairman Stulberg introduced Greg Bohnert of 845 Ranchview Lane. Mr. Bohnert stated that in 1990 the Adult Correctional Facility was inadvertently left out of the zoning ordinance and at that point added back in along with public safety buildings. He stated his concern for the size and expansion of the Adult Correctional Facility, type and number of inmates and the aesthetic appearance. He urged that the Adult Correctional Facility needs to continue as a non -conforming use to allow some control over it. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioner Oja to recommend approval of the request by the City of Plymouth for an Ordinance Amending Section 12 of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance concerning Non -conforming uses, subject to the. conditions listed in the May 15, 1995 staff report. Commissioner Preus wondered if stating 50 % in condition #2 gives up too much control by the City if they should encounter other projects in the future. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 107 Senior Planner Keho replied that an applicant would also have to comply with the other standards of a Conditional Use Permit that provide additional grounds for possible denial. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe to recommend denial of the request by the City of Plymouth for an Ordinance Amending Section 7, Subdivision C of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance concerning Adult Correctional Facilities. Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. Chairman Stulberg called a recess at 8:19 p.m. and the meeting was reconvened at 8:32 p.m. HENNEPIN COUNTY (95024) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Hennepin County for a Conditional Use Permit, Amendment to the Master Site Plan and Site Plan for an expansion of two buildings at the Hennepin County Adult Correctional Complex. Commissioner Spigner disclosed that she works for Hennepin County Bureau of Community Corrections but did not feel that this proposal would create a conflict. Consensus of the Planning Commissioners that a conflict did not exist. Senior Planner Keho gave an overview of the May 12, 1995 staff report. Commissioner Oja questioned where the loading docks are to be located. Senior Planner Keho pointed out that there are two loading docks proposed for the south side of new industry addition building. The applicant is proposing a new berm. and evergreen trees placed to screen the loading docks. Chairman Stulberg introduced Sig Fine, representing the Adult Correctional Facility. Mr. Fine explained that the purpose for the request is to upgrade services, electronic security, and expand industry space to allow mor& residents of the facility to help defray the cost of their incarceration. If approved, this would allow an additional 75-80 inmates to work. The proposal does not add any resident beds to the facility. Chairman Stulberg asked if the loading docks are an upgrade. Mr. Fine responded that there are existing docks on the site and there are two new docks being proposed. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 108 Chairman Stulberg asked if the petitioner would accept a condition added to control the usage of the old Women's Facility as it was originally supposed to be demolished. Mr. Fine responded that he would accept a condition limiting the usage of the old Women's Facility or designate a portion of the building for other uses. Commissioner Spigner asked if the old segretation cell unit would be torn down. Mr. Fine replied that it would be torn down to allow the program services in its place. Chairman Stulberg introduced Clifford Buikema, architect. Mr. Buikema indicated that there are currently four outside overhead doors on the south side of the industry building and the proposal is to close three and add two enclosed loading docks. Commissioner Spigner asked if there was another loading dock on the other side of the building. Mr. Buikema replied affirmatively and it would continued to be used. Commissioner Ribbe wanted to know what type of work is done in the industry building. Mr. Fine replied that the Adult Correctional Facility has received legislative authority for a manufacturing plant for sub -assembly work. There are also inmates working outside the facility and some telemarketing in the Women's Facility. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg introduced Greg Bohnert of 845 Ranchview Lane. Mr. Bohnert commended Hennepin County for their willingness to inform the residents of proposals and inviting them to informational meetings. He stated that from a conceptual stand point he understands what the petitioner is trying to accomplish. Mr. Bohnert asked if the population in the industry building will come from outside the facility or on-site. Mr. Bohnert stated that he assumes the industry building will be for light manufacturing. Mr. Bohnert commented that he is concerned with not only expansion out, but up also. Mr. Bohnert asked what the truck patterns would be for the new building. Chairman Stulberg introduced Bruce Johnson of 820 Shenandoah Lane. Mr. Johnson asked if the industry building would operate during weekend hours and how heavy the truck traffic would be. "---T-- ' ._c Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 109 Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. Mr. Fine stated that the workers in the industry building would consists of inmates currently on-site. The work would consist of light manufacturing only and go on mainly five days per week. Chairman Stulberg introduced Robert Martinson, project manager for Hennepin County. Mr. Martinson stated that currently truck traffic consists of 4.5 small semi -trucks per day and estimates it will increase to 5.25 trucks per day. Senior Planner Keho indicated that the normal traffic pattern would be to exit on Shenandoah Lane and go north to County Road 6 and east to I-494. Mr. Fine commented that if the hours and truck traffic becomes an issue, Hennepin County can control it. Chairman Stulberg asked if the hours would be expanded to the weekends. Chairman Stulberg introduced John Skavnak of 1145 Shenandoah Lane. Mr. Skavnak, manager of the Men's Section replied that there has been some overtime work on Saturday, depending on the need. He added that funding has been secured for upgrading security for electronic locks and gates, television cameras, sally ports, blocks and cells. Commissioner Oja asked how many escapes has the facility had in the last five years. Mr. Fine replied one in the last five years, and eight in the last fifteen years (seven at one time). Commissioner Oja asked how many trees will be planted along the berm as the pages submitted were conflicting. Chairman Stulberg introduced P.J. Anderson. Mr. Anderson stated the revised plan shows 84 four foot evergreen trees. Commissioner Oja wondered if they would consider putting in taller evergreen trees. Mr. Anderson replied that if taller trees were requested, the number of trees would be to be reduced. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 110 Commissioner Oja commented that larger trees would screen the whole building. Mr. Anderson responded that the primary concern is to screen the loading dock and that four foot trees will accomplish that and also screen trucks coming in and out of the site. Commissioner Black asked how high the berm is. Mr. Anderson replied that the berm is three feet high and adding the four foot evergreens would make a total of seven feet. MOTION by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioner Black to recommend approval of the request by Hennepin County for a Conditional Use Permit, Amendment to the Master Site Plan and Site Plan for an expansion of two buildings at the Hennepin County Adult Correctional Complex, subject to the conditions listed in the Mary 12, 1995 staff report. Commissioner Spigner asked if approving the request limits the applicant from moving the number of beds between buildings. Chairman Stulberg stated the applicant can move the number of beds between buildings, except for the old Women's Building as long as it does not exceed 601 beds. MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Preus to amend Condition ##3 adding that a covenant shall be placed on the old Women's Building that it will never be used for beds. Vote on MOTION to Amend. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. Vote on Main MOTION. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. RYAN CONSTRUCTION CO. (95045) Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Ryan Construction Co. for a PUD Preliminary Plan Amendment, Final Plan, Lot division and Conditional Use Permit for a TCF Bank to be located west of Vinewood Lane in Rockford Road Plaza. Senior Planner Keho gave an overview of the May 15, 1995 staff report. Chairman Stulberg asked if this proposal is affected by the amended the Zoning Ordinance to add specific regulations for drive through facilities that are adjacent to residential neighborhoods. Senior Planner Keho responded affirmatively. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 111 Chairman Stulberg asked for clarification that the proposal does not comply with the Uniform Building Code (UBC). Senior Planner Keho replied that Chairman Stulberg was correct. Commissioner Oja wanted to know if the applicant is proposing to create a separate lot. Senior Planner Keho responded affirmatively. Commissioner Preus questioned if the amended Zoning Ordinance for drive through facilities includes the parking area as part of the area that must be at least 300 feet from residential uses. Senior Planner Keho responded affirmatively. Commissioner Preus asked if staff is including the six stacking spaces in their measurement of the 300 foot requirement. Senior Planner Keho replied affirmatively. Chairman Stulberg introduced Peter Coyle with Larkin, Hoffman, Daly, Lindgren, LTD., representing the petitioner. Mr. Coyle stated the fundamental design and usage has not changed since the last time the Planning Commission considered and approved the proposal. Mr. Coyle gave an overview of the proposal stating the planning and zoning is guided for neighborhood commercial, and was given MPUD approval for a 401,088 square foot shopping retail center. A bank is a permitted use and the site was approved for 15,123 square foot of retail and the correspondent allocation of traffic. The residential area surrounding the site is guided high -medium density; and was rezoned from FRD to R-3. People were aware of the commerciallretail development when they purchased their homes. Mr. Coyle stated that the PUD that was approved sought flexibility and was allowed that flexibility. In 1992, the applicant was seeking every density opportunity they could get and the City Council found that the commercial use was compatible. In 1994, the TCF submittal was supported by City staff and the Planning Commission. The neighbors opposed the proposal because of traffic, noise, and lighting issues. With the 1994 submittal, there was no mention that the Target Greadand building would no longer be in compliance with the UBC. The residential property to the north was initially guided for multi -family and then was changed to single family dwellings; multi -family was the natural buffer for the commercial area. Chairman Stulberg introduced Greg Madsen, representing Ryan Companies. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 112 Mr. Madsen reviewed the site improvements for the proposal indicating the TCF building would be 4,400 square feet with five drive-through lanes and is basically similar to their previous submission. The drive-through lanes were moved further from the neighborhood, the lighting for the monument sign was deleted and the sign moved north to guide traffic into the site. A six-foot high 180 -foot screen wall has been added along with additional landscaping on the north side including eight -foot high evergreen trees. The only lighting added would be on the building itself. Mr. Madsen stated that City building inspectors did approve their plans in previous meetings and no issue was raised in regards to compliance with the UBC. He explained Ryan Companies gained approval for a similar project with Drug Emporium and TJ Maxx at Rockford Road Plaza. The building would have a separation wall and should be acceptable to City staff. Mr. Madsen stated that there are three other users in Rockford Road Plaza that do not have a 200 -foot lot depth (Blockbuster Video, Bakers Square and Texaco). Mr. Madsen stated that there is no required dimension listed in the Zoning Ordinance for automobile stacking and felt this proposal was adequate. Mr. Madsen presented a video using computer imaging illustrating how traffic would flow through the site. The video indicated that the light generated from traffic would not affect the neighborhood. Mr. Coyle continued his presentation of the proposal pointing out that a bank use is not like retail use, as a bank has shorter hours of operation and would not be open on Sundays. The traffic studies done indicate there would be no negative impact. The average daily trips anticipated from the City consultant were 1,200 compared to actual daily traffic generated from similar TCF facilities in Ridgedale (709), Woodbury (472) and Plymouth (340 estimate). Mr. Coyle stated that the lighting/noise studies indicated there would be no impact. A letter was sent to City staff requesting installation of different traffic signage, � but no response has been received. Mr. Coyle argued that a MPUD encourages design and development flexibility and is not restricted by straight zoning. It is for more efficient and effective land use. The PUD to the north got flexibility and the TCF proposal should also be entitled to flexibility. Mr. Coyle stated that the Conditional Use Permit amendment standards are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and promote health, safety, morals, comfort; and are compatible with adjacent uses. It does not impede surrounding developments and conforms to zoning regulations. Mr. Coyle reminded the Commission that they approved this proposal last fall and that it is a PUD and flexibility is allowed. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 113 Mr. Coyle stated that for a moratorium there needs to be a planning process a City is trying to protect. He alleged staff could not identify another project that was being planned. Mr. Coyle stated that a City may not arbitrarily adopt an interim moratorium ordinance to delay or prevent a project. Neighborhood opposition is not a basis for denial. Mr. Coyle indicated that the Drive Through Standard consists of "All portions of businesses with drive through facilities..., including but not limited to the building in which they are located, service windows and queuing spaces, ... shall be set back at least 300 feet from residentially zoned or guided property." The standard does not say anything about parking. He added that the TCF proposal satisfies the Drive Through Standard as the drive through service use is 300 feet from the residential lot line. Mr. Coyle stated that setback requirements are grandfathered by the PUD. The 22 -foot car queuing standard is not in code and can not be applied to the project. According to Mr. Coyle, staff indicated that their plan was acceptable. Mr. Coyle stated that there would be no economic impact on the surrounding residences. The neighbors bought with knowledge that this was zoned for commercial use. Commissioner Preus stated that staff is recommending a 22 -foot car queuing standard and wondered how the petitioner can request an 18 -foot standard now. Mr. Coyle replied that staff previously approved an 18 -foot standard last fall and up until two weeks ago staff indicated no problems with that. Mr. Madsen added that car queuing spaces normally range from 15 -feet on up. Ryan Companies typically use an 18 -foot standard throughout the Twin Cities area. Director Hurlburt stated that earlier reviews of length_ of queuing spaces were not an issue because the City did not have a setback requirement. Staff looked for authoritative sources for what an appropriate length of queuing space would be, and located the study from ITE which was attached to the staff report. Staff did make the architect for the proposal aware of the ITE study. Commissioner Ribbe commented that a key issue is if this proposal complies with the UBC. Mr. Madsen explained that when a building reaches 72,000 square feet and it is sprinkled you have to have 60 feet around that structure. Intermediate property lines mean zero lot lines and that is the way it was done previously at Rockford Road Plaza, and you consider it one building. TCF should be considered as one building with Target. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 114 Chairman Stulberg pointed out if TCF was considered one building with Target, then you would have to measure the 300 foot setback from the back of the Target building. Mr. Madsen replied the 300 -foot setback requirement of the ordinance is ambiguous. Mr. Coyle stated that Target does not have a drive through as part of their use and should be grandfathered in. Chairman Stulberg asked that if TCF is considered part of Target to satisfy compliance with the UBC, then where does the measurement start for the setback requirement. Mr. Madsen stated if a separation wall is required, then it would be two separate buildings. Mr. Madsen stated it can be done either way. Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg received three letters from the petitioner; Vincent Driessen dated May 22, 1995, Dennis Crowe dated May 19, 1995, and Jeffrey Skold dated May 23, 1995 all in support of the project. Chairman Stulberg also received a letter dated May 22, 1995 from nine families (Pat & Sue Henkemeyer, Melony & Jeff Micheals, Kim & John Donoghue, Amy & Jim Arnast, Bev & David Wedel, Heather & Bill Froelich, Mac & Holly McDonnell, Steve & May Fox-Stromen, Jane & Dennis Murschel) opposing the project. Chairman Stulberg introduced Pat Henkemeyer of 4205 Wedgewood Lane North. Mr. Henkemeyer stated that his property would be the most affected by the light generated from the proposed project, but the video of computer imaging answered his concerns. He indicated that there is a drop on the embankment and wondered if the wall would be high enough to shield the light. He understood the property could be used for an extension of Target Greatland, but not a parking lot. Chairman Stulberg introduced Bev Wedel of 4225 Wedgewood Lane. Ms. Wedel stated that the nine families that signed the letter were in attendance and would like the Planning Commission to deny the proposal. Ms. Wedel presented photographs of the residential neighborhood indicating that even the homes furthest away on Wedgewood Lane can see the development. She stated that she was aware that the property was zoned for commercial use when she purchased her property, but was concerned with the proposal as TCF has the most progressive hours in the Twin Cities. Ms. Wedel stated that the proposed wall would be invasive to their development and that the traffic would create a fish bowl effect on the neighborhood. Ms. Wedel commented that eight 8 -foot trees would not camouflage the wall enough. Ms. Wedel stated that traffic is already treacherous at the Vinewood Lane and Northwest Boulevard intersection during peak hours. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 115 Chairman Stulberg introduced Jeff Micheals of 4200 Wedgewood Lane. Mr. Michaels stated that the road behind Target is less than 150 feet to his property line. He stated he was concerned that his property would decrease in value if the proposal was approved. Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing. Chairman Stulberg asked if the petitioner took into account the decline in the embankment when they did the computer imaging. Mr. Madsen replied that they used the correct dimensions for the computer imaging and it is an accurate reflection of how traffic and light would flow through TCF. Mr. Madsen stated that lights will not shine up to a second story and the wall at its closest point is 80 feet away from Target property. He added that vegetation, landscaping, and wall options are open for discussion. Chairman Stulberg stated that the Planning Commission does not get involved in property values and can not comment on the issue. Mr. Coyle stated the neighbors understood a retail use of the property, what they don't like is a TCF bank use. The ditch area is currently Target property and not intended for pedestrian access, and is a risk that those parents are taking already. Commissioner Preus wanted to know staff's version as to their position stating that the applicant's proposal does not comply with the UBC. Senior Planner Keho replied that staff is only addressing the application on hand. Commissioner Preus asked if the applicant's previous application complied with the UBC. Senior Planner Keho responded that at the time the previous application was submitted, the Zoning Ordinance did not require the 300 foot setback. If the applicant states that TCF is combined with the Target building to meet the UBC then they have to have an alternative to meet the 300 foot setback as required by the drive through standard. The requested Lot Division makes the Target facility violate the UBC and if you combine the two buildings, then the 300 -foot setback requirement is not met. Commissioner Preus questioned when the Ordinance was adopted. Senior Planner Keho replied that the Planning Commission approved the amended Zoning Ordinance on February 22 and it was adopted by the City Council on March 7, 1995. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 116 MOTION by Commissioner Spigner, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe to table the proposal for 90 -days in which the petitioner and staff could work together on amendments. Roll Call Vote. 3 Ayes. MOTION failed on a 3-4 Vote. (Commissioners Stimson, Preus, Oja and Chairman Stulberg voted Nay.) MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Black to recommend denial of the request by Ryan Construction Co. for a PUD Preliminary Plan Amendment, Final Plan, Lot division and Conditional Use Permit for a TCF Bank to be located west of Vinewood Lane in Rockford Road Plaza. Commissioner Oja asked why Target was not requesting the building expansion if this was to be a single building. She stated that she views TCF as a separate building from Target. She commented that the parking area is so far back you have to walk through the drive through lanes to get to the bank. Commissioner Preus commented that the petitioner has done a good job at making every effort they could to satisfy staff and the neighbors, and agrees with the majority of what was presented by the petitioner, but it still comes down to the 300 -foot setback for the drive through. Commissioner Preus believed the City did not have this proposal in mind when the moratorium was adopted, it was the intent to have an Ordinance that satisfies the City as a whole and the issue had been on the back burner for some time. Commissioner Preus stated that he understands the frustration of the petitioner, but it still does not comply with the Ordinance. Commissioner Preus said that he interprets the Ordinance to include the entire area of the business including the parking spaces. Commissioner Ribbe commented that he was troubled by the timing of the moratorium and the amended Zoning Ordinance. He stated that the petitioner has done an exemplary job trying to address all concerns. Commissioner Spigner stated that the petitioner has put forth a good solid plan and she supports it. Chairman Stulberg stated that the role of the Planning Commission is to support and administer the ordinances of the City no 'matter if it is a good plan, or that the petitioner works with the residents. Chairman Stulberg stated that he voted in favor of the project last fall, but has to vote against it now because of the amended Zoning Ordinance. Commissioner Spigner stated that the petitioner claims to meet the standards of the new ordinance. Planning Commission Minutes May 24, 1995 Page 117 Chairman Stulberg stated that the proposal does not meet the 300 foot setback, if they are considered one building, then the 300 foot setback applies to the building; in either case it does not meet the ordinance standard. Commissioner Black agreed that the issue for denial is the 300 -foot setback requirement. Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-2 Vote. (Commissioners Spigner and Ribbe voted nay.) NEW BUSINESS Commissioner Oja stated that any changes recommended after Planning Commission approval should come back to the Planning Commission for consideration. Items that she would like to see come back to the Planning Commission include movement of a NURP pond, building outside the perimeter, trees removed, and relocation of buildings. She commented that the removal of the trees at Armstrong could have been eliminated if the changes had been brought back to the Planning Commission. Director Hurlburt commented that if there are only minor changes, it would be unreasonable for the applicant to have to come back to the Planning Commission for approval.. She stated that there was a slight change in the NURP pond for the Armstrong site, but that was the only change and staff considered it minor. She added that there was a lot of misunderstanding as to what was actually approved for that site plan. Chairman Stulberg stated that if Commissioner Oja wants to see certain issues come back to Planning Commission for approval, then a motion should be made and staff would have to come back with an ordinance amendment. Director Hurlburt suggested this issue should be tabled and staff would review the ordinance pertaining to administrative approvals and prepare for this to be reviewed at the next meeting. Motion by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Chairman Stulberg to adjourn. Vote. 7 Ayes. Meeting adjourned at 11:29 p.m. INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 284 Wayzata, Minnesota BOARD OF EDUCATION Regular Meeting - June 12, 1995 - 7:30 p.m. Administration Building - Board Room AGENDA I. Call to Order Il. Approval of Minutes III. Approval of Agenda IV. Recoenitions A. Employee of the Month B. Robert D. Snyder Scholarship Awards C. G.E.D. Graduates V. Audience Opportunity to Address School Board A. Student Councils B. Parent-Teacher Groups 1. Fine Arts Council 2. Masonic and Chamber Foundation C. Others VI. Superintendent's Reports and Recommendations A. Superintendent 1. Board Policy Regulations a. KG -R "Community Use of School Facilities (Including Equipment)" b. IGDE-R "Student Activities Fees" B. Academic Services 1. Education Report: Summary of District 284 Testing and Assessment Program 2. Recertification of District Census 3. Special Education Early Childhood Contract with Wayzata Community Church C. Finance and Business Services 1. Resolution to Issue and Sell $30,400,000 General Obligation School Building Bonds, Series 1995B, and to Utilize State of Minnesota Credit Enhancement Program 2. Finance and Business Recommendations 3. Monthly Financial Reports 4. Preliminary Budget for 1995-1996 5. Workers Compensation Insurance Contract 6. Resolution Designating Official Depositories for 1995-1996 7. Establish Reserves for Community Education and Early Childhood Family Education 8. Bid Awards 9. Capital Revenue Fund Transfers - Facilities to Equipment D. Human Resource Services 1. Human Resource Recommendations 2. Compensation Guidelines for Unaffiliated Personnel - 1995-1996 VII. Other Board Action A. Summary of Superintendent Performance Review B. Appointment of Board Representative to District 287/Hennepin Technical College Board C. Board Meeting Schedule for 1995-1996 School Year VIII. Board Reports IX. New Business X. Adiourn LMB/ 1 -POSTED: 6/7/95 NOTE: This meeting will be preceded at 7:00 p.m. by a public hearing on the District's rive Year Facilities Plan. b 1. Board Policy Regulations a. KG -R "Community Use of School Facilities (Including Equipment)" b. IGDE-R "Student Activities Fees" B. Academic Services 1. Education Report: Summary of District 284 Testing and Assessment Program 2. Recertification of District Census 3. Special Education Early Childhood Contract with Wayzata Community Church C. Finance and Business Services 1. Resolution to Issue and Sell $30,400,000 General Obligation School Building Bonds, Series 1995B, and to Utilize State of Minnesota Credit Enhancement Program 2. Finance and Business Recommendations 3. Monthly Financial Reports 4. Preliminary Budget for 1995-1996 5. Workers Compensation Insurance Contract 6. Resolution Designating Official Depositories for 1995-1996 7. Establish Reserves for Community Education and Early Childhood Family Education 8. Bid Awards 9. Capital Revenue Fund Transfers - Facilities to Equipment D. Human Resource Services 1. Human Resource Recommendations 2. Compensation Guidelines for Unaffiliated Personnel - 1995-1996 VII. Other Board Action A. Summary of Superintendent Performance Review B. Appointment of Board Representative to District 287/Hennepin Technical College Board C. Board Meeting Schedule for 1995-1996 School Year VIII. Board Reports IX. New Business X. Adiourn LMB/ 1 -POSTED: 6/7/95 NOTE: This meeting will be preceded at 7:00 p.m. by a public hearing on the District's rive Year Facilities Plan. r��li#ttiitEt#r��t? Bus fares, may rise, as,.,.routes ares . 1 MC To";WOU `lose 200-300 workers By Warren Wolfe Staff Writer Twin Cities bus fares would rise and service would be cut this year — first for people with disabilities, then for most other riders. under proposals - to cope with a projected $17 million transit shortfall over the next two years. Total route mileage may be reduce=d: by 15 percent by the end of 1996, anti. 200 to 300 transit employees would, be laid off or not :replaced _by, early' next year, Bob. Gibbons,: spokesmaia;, for Metropolitan Council Transif Operations, said Thursday "We don't like ni n,, g these nd`'o]' changes," he 'said. "But when -the' Legislature cut $6 million r[fcom• the transit request of $93 million] and Congress is cutting all . $7.;.million, what used to be reasonable isn't :so ;ea'sonable anymore.", t. r .. One result:. Regular.:,bus,service pas- senger rides, which fell by: 10 million in the, past decade, tareezpectedi_fo fall another.,;1Q„million-in .<:the -next . decade, down to about sS5 million trips, Gibbons said , Rides continued on page.10A r { , Friday/June 9/1995/Star Tribune Proposed bus service cuts Twin Cities bus fares will increase and service will be cut this year to cope with a projected $17 million budget shortfall over the `next two years. The Metropolitan Council will -decide next month how much to change fares and service for people with disabilities. In August, the council will consider'cuts in the rest of the system. The fare increases likely will take effect in November. METRO MOBILITY 0 Fares/ ;Metro Mobility fares would rise from $2.20 to $2.50 per ride during peak •hours of 6-9 a.m. and 3:30-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Other ntimes, fares would rise from $1.70 to $2. Projected saving: $417,000, because users would take 63,000 fewer rides. .■ Cities eliminated/ Maple Grove, Osseo, Plymouth, Shorewood, Tonka Bay, Vadnais Heights, White Bear Township. N Cities with reduced service/ No service from 5 to 6 a.m., and 11 p.m. to 1 a.m.: Anoka, Bloomington, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids, Crystal, Eden Prairie, Edina, Falcon Heights, Fridley, olden Valley, G Hopkins, Inver Grove Heights, Lauderdale, Maplewood, Minnetonka, Mound, North St. Paul, Orono, Richfield, Roseville, Spring Lake Park, Spring Park, St. Anthony and Wayzata. No service from 5 to 6 a.m. and 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.: Arden Hills, Champlin, Deephaven, Eagan, Excelsior, Landfall, Little Canada, Long Lake, Mahtomedi, Mendota Heights, Minnetrista, Mounds View, New Brighton, New Hope, North Oaks, Oakdale, Shoreview, White Bear ;Lake, Woodbury. REGULAR BUS SERVICE i Off-peak "social fares” for seniors, youths and people with limited mobility would rise from 25 cents to 50 cents. Peak fares for people with limited mobility would fall to 50 cents from =current costs of $1 to $1.75. However, that should provide only minimal :savings because few passengers fall in that category. Additional fare increases and cuts in service probably will be approved in August. Total service may be reduced by 15 percent by the end of ' 1996. ,The 2,500 -person work force will be reduced by 200 to 300 through layoffs, attrition and early retirement by early next year. NO xartan ttrt�t r . Star Tribune Graphic titst�tlti#ht�'�t#2#rtsx$+#ii?#fit?ih3;s:o�r;iksshr siusir#�#3yftt#H�{ti}tN#�iHt Rides/ Higher fares, would probably' take effect in November Continued from page lA Another: The lives of some riders with disabilities will be disrupted as Metro Mobility fares rise to the max-' imum allowed under the federal Americans With Disabilities Act and as the service area is cut to the mini- mum demanded by the law. The Metropolitan Council an- nounced a proposed $2.2 million in savings this week through changes in Metro Mobility. They include elimi- nating service in seven cities, cutting. back on hours in 45 other cities and raising fares by 30 cents, to $2.50 per ride at peak hours and $2 for off-peak hours. The system delivered about 1.1 mil- lion rides in the past 12 months. Officials said that the fare increases would discourage riders next year from making about 63,000 trips, that cutting out the seven cities would reduce demand by 49,000 trips and that cutting back on hours in the 45 cities would eliminate 7,400 trips. "I'm outraged," said Maggie Wille, of Plymouth, one of 657 people regis- tered for Metro Mobility rides in the seven cities that no longer would receive the service. "I waited three years to get an acces- sible apartment. Now I'm in voca- tional rehabilitation services. I'm self-sufficient with my Social Securi- ty. This will stop all that, stop my social life, stop my. volunteering," she said at a Metropolitan Council hearing in Minneapolis Thursday. More efficient operations, including smaller vehicles, would be a better way to save money, said John Walsh, executive director of the Metropoli- tan Center for Independent Living in St. Paul. "In one word, our reaction to the proposed cuts and fare increases [is] 'hogwash,"' he said.- "The council has .blinders on. Because you are fo- cusing so much on reducing costs ... other options than cuts and reduc- tions of service have never been in the equation. Officials are trying to figure out ways to minimize the disruption, but "you cannot make the kinds of cuts we have to make without hurting peo- ple," said Mark Fehrmann, a trans- portation systems evaluation manag- er at the Met Council who answered questions at the hearing. needed and $4.6 million from the operating deficit over the past bienni- um," he said. "Now we have to get out of this hole." The Metro Mobility system collapsed when it was switched to a centralized system in October 1993, and the Na- tional Guard was called into drive vans and keep the service going. Su- pervision was transferred from the Regional Transit :Board .to the Met Council. The council will decide in July exact- ly how much to cut service and raise rates for Metro Mobility._ Decisions about regular_ bus fares and service will be made -a short time later, Gib- bons said. Fare increases probably will take effect in November. The only specific proposal for chang- ing regular bus fares, is to raise the 25- cent off-peak "social fare" paid by seniors, young People and people with limited mobility to 50 cents. That would save an estimated $1.7 million. • Peak -hour fares for people with limited mobility would fall sharply, from between $1 and $1.75 to 50 cents. However, few passengers are expected to use that provision, so there would be minimal added cost. Other fare changes probably will not be made across the board but there is more likely to be "some tinkering with the discounts passengers get for buying monthly passes and 10 -ride cards. We just don't know what the fare increases will look like yet," Gib- bons said. Met Council hearings .on the pro- posed Metro Mobility :changes ended Thursday night. Wntten comments may be sent until 'June 22 to Mark Fehrmann, Transportation Systems Evaluation Manager, Metropolitan Council, Mears Park Centre, 230 E. 5th St., St. Paul, .MN 55151. Riders also may leave comments on the Metro Mobility hot line at 221-0302. Z1,W6..v nli#€�,#sn�htl#��ii?1 Project Update A Road Construction Update from the City of Plymouth, June 14, 1995 Street Reconstruction The 1995 street reconstruction project includes: • Ranchview Ln. from Gleason Lake Rd. to 7th Ave. N.; • The area southwest of the intersection of Larch Ln. and Schmidt Lake Rd.; • The area southwest of the intersection of Fern - brook Ln. and Co. Rd. 9; • Plymouth Blvd. from Hwy. 55 to 36th Ave.; and • The segment of 36th Ave. between Plymouth Blvd. and Vicksburg Ln. Work should begin on Ranchview Ln. the week of June 19. Work will progress in the order shown above. The contract for this project has been awarded to Northwest Asphalt Inc., of Shakopee. Weekly con- struction meetings will be held at which property and business owners can meet with the contractor and the City's field representatives to learn more about this project and have questions answered. Please call Design Engineer Ron Quanbeck at 550- 7474 for the location, time and day of meetings. Work planned Street reconstruction of the the commercial/indus- trial and residential areas of the project will con- sist of the following types of improvements. Partial reconstruction Crews remove all the bituminous surface between existing concrete curbs. The granular base and V/2 feet of subgrade material is removed. and a geotex- tile fabric is placed. Drain tile is installed along with a sand layer. Then the crushed rock is re- placed along with two layers of bituminous surfac- ing. Resurfacing In some cases, only resurfacing may be required. For resurfacing, V/2 inches of bituminous are milled off and all cracks and deteriorated sections of bituminous are repaired. A new layer of bitumi- nous is then installed over the entire road surface. Curb and gutter, storm sewer repair All existing curb and gutter that has deteriorated or fails to carry drainage will be replaced or raised. Also, any storm sewer in need of repair will be taken care of at this time. Ranchview Ln. from Gleason Lake Rd. to 7th Ave. will be reconstructed to the current city standard of 33 feet wide with concrete curb and gutter. In addition, storm sewer will be installed to facilitate drainage. Boulevard and driveway restoration All boulevard grass and driveways that are dis- turbed will be restored to their existing condition. Over ice. �.� � i � ►� ��.. � � ����� Completion All major work should be finished by Sept. 15, 1995. Ranchview should be completed by Aug. 15, 1995. Crews cannot begin work on Plymouth Blvd. and 36th Ave. until after July 10. Driveway/road access Access to driveways will generally be maintained. However, when concrete curb and gutter is in- stalled past your driveway entrance, a minimum of three days is required for the concrete to hard- en before light traffic can use it. You will be noti- fied at least 24 hours prior to this work. Yard drains The installation of drain tile gives us an opportu- nity to provide yard drain boxes in certain areas. The plastic box is installed one foot inside the right -of --way line. It provides a location for resi- dents to discharge a sump pump or foundation drain to the storm sewer system. Such discharges are prohibited from the sanitary sewer system (e.g. basement floor drain or laundry tub) by ordi- nance. If you would like a yard drain installed, call Ron Quanbeck at 550-7474 or Dan Campbell at 550-5073. Street reconstruction The Street Reconstruction Project is undertaken annually in areas of Plymouth which are identi- fied through a city-wide street evaluation survey. Reconstruction extends the life of streets by repair- ing minor defects before they become major. In some cases, the street may be rebuilt. In other cases, the street may be resurfaced. Funding The City plans to pay for 70% of the total Street Reconstruction Program. The City's funding comes from property taxes levied city-wide. Benefit- ing property owners will be assessed the remaining 30%. During any given year, the actual percentage may vary because the 30% assessment rate is based on the overall city-wide reconstruction program. Property owners on Ranchview Ln. will also be as- sessed for the actual cost of new concrete curb and gutter installation, street widening and storm sewer installation. Caution Due to construction, we ask that you drive with caution. Heavy equipment will be operated in the area and crews will be working with hot bitumi- nous at various times. Bituminous may be driven on one hour after being laid. Please do not allow children to play on or around construction equip- ment or excavations. For more information If you have questions, please call Design Engineer Ron Quanbeck at 550-7474 or Senior Engineering Technician Dan Campbell at 550-5073. Thank you for your cooperation and patience! For Immediate Release C(M For More Information: Larry Jacobson, 550-5119 Plymouth Sewer and Water Bills Go Bimonthly As of mid-June, City of Plymouth residential sewer and water customers will begin receiving bills every other month. The switch from monthly to bimonthly bills will save nearly $72,000 annually. It will also address customer suggestions that the City bill less frequently, allow more time to pay bills and base bills on actual meter readings. With the new system, all residential bills will be based on actual readings. This will ensure that all bills are as accurate as possible. Residential customer payments will always be due on the 20th of each month. Customers will have an average of 30 days to pay their bill instead of 20. Customers can also expect their bills to look different soon. In response to requests that the City revise the size and format of utility bills, the City will change to a more convenient, traditional style of invoice early this summer. On the Horizon Once the utility bill format and frequency changes are in place, city staff will turn its attention to developing an automatic payment option for customers who prefer to pay city utility bills with automatic deductions from their checking accounts. The completion date for this automatic payment plan has not yet been set. -30- We Listen • We Solve • We Care 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 June 8, 1995 Robert S. Peterson, President Kingswood Homeowners Association 226 Holly Lane North Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mr. Peterson: I am responding to your letter regarding the City's efforts to prohibit the illegal discharge of sump water and other storm water into the City's sanitary sewer system. At the June 6th City Council meeting, the Council adopted a resolution directing staff to begin a sump pump inspection program. The first phase of the inspection program will involve the inspection of approximately 1,000 homes that we believe are the major contributors of sump water into the City's sanitary sewer system. We will then be working with the home owners to get the sump pumps properly plumbed outside the home to the City's storm sewer system. We believe there are large quantities of ground water currently going into the City sanitary sewer system that should be properly plumbed to the outside. We will be performing an analysis of sewer lift station volumes before inspecting these homes and comparing it to volumes after proper plumbing has been completed. This will form the basis for whether or not we continue the inspection program throughout the balance of the City. I believe the program will be handled very professionally and hope that home owners are cooperative in this effort to keep the City's sanitary sewer bills under control. I appreciate your concerns on this matter, and please feel free to call me at 550-5101 if you wish to discuss this further. Sincerely, 0&"1/1 Dale E. Hahn Finance Director cc: Mayor and City Council v Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager DEH: jk We Listen • We Solve • We Care 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 8-B 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Blank Gerdes Moore Blank Moore Blank Hurlburt Moore Moore Hurlburt Johnson City Attorney Moore Moore Moore Moore Hahn Blank Lueckert Blank Moore Moore Blank Hurlburt Hahn Blank Moore M oore Hahn Darren A. DeMatthew Darren A. DeMatthew Darren A. DeMatthew Gordon Hanson Dr. Robert May Vivian Starr Mark Denis/DennisHolmquist Randy Meyer Randy Meyer Nancy Cree Larry Dowell, TwinWest Chamber Brian Knox Steven Chase Peter Flint/Janice Symchych William Rademacher R. D. Taylor R. D. Taylor Steve Meyer Stan Stevens Kerry Anderson Bradley Kalin Julie Hoyme George Wilson H.B. Hayden Mary Jo Asmus Steven Bernhardt Harry Stark Carl Hedberg Robert Peterson 95REQ.XLS CITIZEN REQUEST TRACKING Civic Center/Ice Arena Pub. 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J Dear Ms Tierney and City Officials; '•'Y I would like to arrange a meeting with you regarding the future of the Shenandoah Townhome Association in Plymouth. As a citizen of the City of Plymouth, a homeowner at Shenandoah Townhome Association and a member of the Plymouth Housing Alliance I have some concerns of our community to address. Being a Realtor by profession and getting to know our special needs at Shenandoah has motivated me to come for financial assistance to the City of Plymouth. Shenandoah is a community of homeowners that were attracted to the location by the mature trees but mostly by the affordability of the purchase prices (60,000-85,000) and the low monthly association dues (65.75). Most of us are earning below the median income for citizens of Plymouth. After a closer look, one realizes the association dues have not gone up over the years to cover inflation, to cover repairs or to provide a reserve account for large replacement/repair items. Our board is made up of volunteer homeowners and our current board has inherited the problems created by previous boards. in addition to our lack of reserve funds we face the following challenges; 1) FHA recertification guidelines are requiring our dues to go up to $134.00 per unit or each homeowner assessed an assessment of $5,000. 2) After speaking to many of the homeowners, this large increase in our monthly dues or a large lump sum would create a financial hardship for many at Shenandoah. . 3) A siding project was started by a previous board which may remain unfinished without the funds to complete the project. 4 ) A law suit we were involved with a former landscaping company was recently ruled in the favor of the landscapers to the amount of $70,000. 5) We are in dire need of our by-laws being re -written but funds are not available to record them individually with the city for each homeowner as required. 6) Our streets and retaining walls are in dire need of replacement, but once again our funds are not sufficient to meet this need. ® • aEWO ` "A Family Tradition Since 1955"" At present some of our buildings are looking rough. We are planning (when funds are available) to hire a professional management company (which also could result in higher monthly dues) . We are a concerned community hoping there is some financial help from the City of Plymouth. We could face forclosures if we have special assessments that owners cannot pay and in turn would make the townhomes impossible to sell. We would like the overall appearance of our community to be up to the current obvious standards of Plymouth, but we do not have the funds available. I would like to arrange a meeting with a couple of Shenandoah board members and the appropriate concerned city officials to clarify our total picture and to get direction to obtain our goal of financial stability. Please call at your earliest convenience to discuss a date and time for a meeting Sincerely, V Cheryl Morency Please send all corresponence to Shenandoah Townhome Association 2800 Terraceview Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 �c a CIN OF PLYMOUTFF June 13, 1995 Tom Johnson 2345W. Medicine Lake Drive Plymouth, Mn 55441 Dear Tom, The Plymouth City Council joins me in expressing thanks to you for your contributions to the Open Space Committee. You and the other committee members worked very hard to identify and prioritize Plymouth's open spaces, and to make recommendations to the City Council on those spaces worthy of preservation. Plymouth's overwhelmingly positive response on the Open Space/Trails Referendum last month affirms that you made excellent recommendations. Again, thank you for volunteering your time and energy to the Open Space Committee and to the City of Plymouth. We appreciate very much your efforts and commitment to keeping Plymouth a beautiful place to live. Sincerely, 0-117y, i e m e y Mayor of Plymouth We Listen • We Solve • We Care 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 r-A,nesota Department of Transportation 117 University Avenue - Ford Building Mailstop 320 St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 (612) 296-6567 FAX (612) 296-6599 June 6, 1995 City of Bloomington City of Minneapolis City of Plymouth City of St. Louis Park Hennepin County Dear Sir or Madam: Minnesota Guidestar shaping totnorrows transportation systems today. Ford Building', Room 235 (612) 282-2469 t_. City of Golden Valley City of Minnetonka City of Richfield City of St. Paul Ramsey County I am writing to inform you that Opticom equipment which is being used for "Travlink", an Intelligent Transportation Systems project which is tracking the location of 80 Metropolitan Council Transit Operations (MCTO) buses in the I-394 corridor, is going to be operational this month. On June 10, 1995 several of the buses will begin operating the low priority Opticom equipment. By June 30, 1995 all of the 80 buses will have low priority Opticom operational. List November when the buses were first equipped with low priority Opticom, we experienced a problem with low prority Opticom changing the signals for buses traveling along several routes. That problem has been resolved by replacement of components and adjustment of Opticom equipment in the controllers, so that they can now recognize priority levels of the Opticom signal. Therefore, they will not be tripped by the low priority signal from the buses. Travlink is using Opticom.to allow the buses to function as probe vehicles along the I-394 corridor. It will determine speeds in the high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes which can then be used to estimate travel time. Another project utilizing Opticom will be testing its effectiveness for preempting signals near the Louisiana Transit Center to improve the performance of transit. This project will be directed by Marthand Nookala of the Mn/DOT Metro Traffic Office. If you have any questions about the projects, please call. Sincerely, Marilyn Remer Travlink Project Manager Minnesota Guidestar �NNESOrq a Recycled Paper Metropolitan Council Working for the Region, Planning for the Future s - TRANSPORTATION ADVISORY BOARD June 8, 1995 The Honorable Joy Tierney Mayor City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mayor Tierney: The Transportation Advisory Board has completed its review of the project applications submitted for federal funding for federal fiscal years 1998 and 1999 for the Transportation Enhancements Program (TIP). Recommended projects for the 1998 program year are included in the 1996-98 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) while projects in the 1999 program will be included in the 1997-99 TIP. Attached is a summary of the projects selected for funding. A total of 59 projects were submitted. All projects were reviewed to determine if the qualifying criteria were met. A few projects were rejected for failing to meet these criteria. The remainder were reviewed and scored by a subcommittee of the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). Scored projects were prioritized. There were seven projects submitted in the Scenic Category; eleven projects submitted in the Historic Category; and 44 projects submitted in the Bike/Ped Category. Two of the proposers submitted their project in more than one category. The project(s) you submitted was approved for funding in this solicitation. Listed below are the approved projects and funding year. If other projects that you may have submitted are not listed below, they have not been approved and the proposer of the project will be notified in a separate letter of that fact. Proiect Description Year I-494/County Road 9 Pedestrian/Bicycle Bridge 1999 This is a preliminary notice of approval. Funds cannot be obligated until the 1996-98 TIP is approved through the regional, state, and federal anproval process. A project must be in this pmgramn hPfbrP ;t car receive federal funds. We will be informing you once the State TIP has received final federal approval, which normally does not occur before November or December. In the meantime, there are things you could be doing with your project. In this regard, you should contact the Mn/DOT Metropolitan Division, Office of State Aid, Mr. Robert Brown, Division State Aid Engineer at 582-1351. His office will assist you throughout the project development process. The next regional solicitation for several transportation project categories will occur this Fall. Specific dates have not yet been determined. 230 East Fifth Street St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-1634 (612) 291-6359 Fax 291-6550 TDD/TTY 291-0904 Metro Info Line 229-3780 An Equal Opportunity Employer June 8,1995 Page Two If you have questions, please contact Emil Brandt (229-2721), Transportation Coordinator for the Transportation Advisory Board. Sincerely, Robert D. Owens, Chair Transportation Advisory Board Attachment cc: Fred Moore, Director of Public Works SCENIC/ENVIRONMENTAL ENHANCEMENTS (EN) PROJECTS Tablev4.SEN March 30, 1995 State or Local $ Project Description Proposer Proposal Proposal Proposal . Sunset Federal $ TIP Route Proposal Total $ Federal $ Year Number State Category Score Rank Date Cost Cap Bond $ 99S-5 $600,000 $480,000 $120,000 Hastings Multi -Modal Hastings EN 670 1 $480,000 Transportation Center '98 S-7 $634,000 $500,000 $134,000 West River Road Corridor Brooklyn EN 660 2 $500,000 Enhancements Park '98 S-4 $110,000 $88,000 $22,000 Minn. State Entryways Mn/DOT EN 630 3 $88,000 Beautification 99 S-6 $400,000 $320,000 $80,000 Cloquet Island Scenic Hennepin EN 600 4 $320,000 Overlook Tablev4.SEN March 30, 1995 HISTORIC ENHANCEMENTS (EN) PROJECTS TIP Route Proposal Total $ Federal $ State or Local $ Project Description Proposer Proposal Proposal Proposal Sunset Federal $ Year Number State Category Score Rank Date Cost Cap Bond $ 99 11-12 $600,000 $480,000 $120,000 Hastings Multi -Modal Hastings EN 725 1 $480,000 Transportation Center 99 1-1-4 $265,000 $212,000 $53,000 Jackson Street Roundhouse Ramsey EN 690 2 $212,000 Utility Components County '98 H-6 $680,000 $500,000 $180,000 Como Park Streetcar Station St. Paul EN 665 3 $500,000 Renovation '98 H-2 $250,000 $200,000 $50,000 Sibley Historic Site Building Minn. EN 630 4 $200,000 Rehabilitation and Historic Archaeological Work Society 99 H-10 $102,000 $81,600 $20,000 Marine Mills Trails and Ruin Minn. EN 615 5 $81,600 Stablization Historic Society 9I Ii -10 $240,000 1 $192,000 $48,000 Rail Passenger Car Restoration Mn/DOT EN 615 5 $192,000 TABLEV.111S 6/9/95 PEDESTRIAN/BIKE ENHANCEMENTS (EN) PROJECTS T ABLEv.1Tt> March 28, 1995 Slate or Local $ Project Description Proposer Proposal Proposal Proposal Sunset Federal $ TIP Route Proposal Total $ Federal $ Year Number State Category Score Rank Date Cost Cap Bond $ 99 P-25 $620,000 $496,000 $124,000 Como Avenue Bikeway St. Paul EN 765 1 $496,000 System '98 P-5 $625,000 $500,000 $125,000 Southwest Regional Trail St. Louis Park EN 745 2 $500,000 198 P-31 $493,000 $394,000 $99,000 Gateway Trail Phase II Minn. DNR EN 675 3 $394,000 Extension 99 P-45 $600,000 $480,000 $120,000 Hastings Multi -Modal Hastings EN 671 4 $480,000 Transportation Center 198 P-26 $420,000 $336,000 $84,000 Mississippi River Trail, St. Paul EN 643 5 $336,000 Warner Road Segment 9g P-7 $450,000 $360,000 $90,000 Burlington Northern Ramsey Cty. EN 630 6 $360,000 Regional Trail '98 P-28 $400,000 $320,000 $80,000 Centerville Road Trail Vadnais Heights EN 624 7 $320,000 199 P-12 $500,000 $400,000 $100,000 Bike Trails, Hadley Av., Oakdale EN 620 8 $400,000 10th St., 50th St., Stillwater Blvd. 99 P-2 $332,900 $266,320 $66,580 TH 49 Trail Shoreview EN 618 9 $266,320 99 P-42 $493,075 $394,460 $98,615 Burnsville Transit Bikeway MVTA, EN 618 9 $394,460 Burnsville, Dakota Cty. 99 P-19 $359,000 $269,250 $89,750 I-494/CR 9 Ped./Bike Plymouth EN 611 11 $269,250 Bridge T ABLEv.1Tt> March 28, 1995