HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 09-14-1995SEPTEMBER 14, 1995
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS ....
1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR SEPTEMBER:
SEPTEMBER 19 7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
City Council Chambers
2. SUCCESS BY 6 NORTHWEST -- TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 3:00 p.m. Tour
and presentation of the first northwest Hennepin suburban Head Start in Brooklyn Park.
Please call Laurie before the end of the day, Friday, September 15, if interested in
attending. (M-2)
3. AUTUMN ARTS FAIR -- SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.,
Parkers Lake Park. (M-3)
4. PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY LIBRARY -- SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1:00 p.m.
- 4:00 p.m. Grand Opening and Dedication, 15700 36th Ave. N.
5. PACT --WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20,7:00 p.m., Public Safety Library.
6. HRA -- THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers.
7. PLYMOUTH HISTORY FEST 1995 -- SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, Noon - 4:30
p.m., Plymouth Creek Park. (M-7)
8. PLANNING COMMISSION -- WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 7:00 p.m.,
Council Chambers.
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO
September 14, 1995
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9. STATE BOARD OF GOVERNMENT INNOVATION AND COOPERATION --
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 7:00 p.m., Minnetonka City Hall Council
Chambers. This is a public forum to bring together all elected and senior
administrative officials from the county, city, and school district levels to meet with
area legislators and the public. Attached is a schedule of the evenings proceedings.
(M-9)
10. BOARD OF ZONING -- THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 7:00 p.m., Council
Chambers.
11. COUNCIL CANDIDATE INFORMATION SESSION, THURSDAY SEPTEMBER
28, 7:00 p.m., Public Safety Training Room.
12. LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES -- Attached is a map to the September 28
Regional LMC Meeting to be held in Anoka, as well as the list of September and
October Regional Meeting Schedule locations for the League meetings. Please call
Laurie if interested in attending. (M-12)
13. NORTHWEST HENNEPIN TRANSPORTATION SUMMIT ---- Discussion of
current transit issues, subtitled "Let's Talk Transit, The Front Seat Perspective". To be
held Wednesday, October 11, 7:30 a.m. - noon, Crystal Community Center. Please
call Laurie if interested in attending. (M-13)
14. METRO MEETINGS -- The weekly calendar of meetings for the Metropolitan
Council and its advisory commissions is attached. (M-14)
15. MEETING CALENDARS -- September and October meeting calendars are attached.
(M-15)
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1. CITY COUNCIL FILINGS
The following filings have been received for Plymouth City Council:
Ward 2: Eydie Kargas
Tim H. Wold
Ward 4: Ginny Black
John DeHaven
Douglas Nelson
At -Large: Carole J. Helliwell
Christian A. Preus
Attached is a list with their addresses. (I-1)
2. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
a. Weekly Building Permit Report for Commercial/Industrial/Public and Use Types.
(I -2a)
b. Project Status Report. (I -2b)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO
September 14, 1995.
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3. TRAFFIC SIGNAL STUDY: NORTHWEST BOULEVARD (COUNTY ROAD 61)
AND WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE - CITY PROTECT NO. 519 -- Report
from Public Works Director Fred Moore. (I-3)
4. TRAFFIC SIGNAL STUDY/FOUR WAY STOP - COUNTY ROAD 101 AND
MEDINA ROAD -- Report from Public Works Director Fred Moore. (I-4)
5. REPORT ON MAINTENANCE OF MEDIAN - 36TH AVENUE WEST OF
VICKSBURG LANE - SUGAR HILLS ADDITION -- Report from Public Works
Director Fred Moore. (I-5)
6. DRAFT PLAN FOR TRANSIT SERVICES IN PLYMOUTH IN THE EVENT OF A
STRIKE
7. MINUTES
a. Planning Commission Minutes, July 12 (I -7a)
b. Planning Commission Minutes, July 26 (I -7b)
C. Planning Commission Minutes, August 9 (I -7C)
d. Human Rights Commission Minutes, September 7 (I -7d)
8. NEWS ARTICLES. RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS. ETC
a. News In Between, September '95 newsletter from the Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities. (I -8a)
b. Check It Out, September '95 newsletter from the Plymouth Community Library. (I -
8b)
9. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY - CORRESPONDENCE
a. Response to Patrick McDonald, 18625 33rd Place N., from Eric Blank commenting
on plans for a playground in the western neighborhoods of Plymouth. (I -9a)
A status report on all correspondence is also attached.
10. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter to Mayor Tierney from Maria Vasilou, Immediate Past Chair of the
Wayzata/Plymouth Area Chemical Health Commission praising the contributions of
Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes to the organization. (I -10a)
b. Notice to Plymouth residents from Senior Engineering Technician Dan Campbell of
an informational meeting on Monday, September 18, to discuss trail improvement
projects in the City. (I -10b)
c. Letter to the City Council from School District 284 Superintendent Paul Beilfuss
expressing interest in a collaborative effort in developing a public swimming facility.
This item will be placed on the October 3 Council meeting agenda for referral to the
Park and Recreation Department. (I -10c)
Dwight Johnson
City Manager
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To: City Council members and City Managers
City of Brooklyn Center City of Maple Grove
City of Brooklyn Park City of New Hope
City of Champlin City of Osseo
City of Crystal City of Plymouth
City of Golden Valley City of Robbinsdale
From: Elizabeth Gardner and Patty Wilder, NWHHSC
Date: September 7, 1995
Re: Town Hall Early Childhood Development Center Tour on September 19
8500 Zane Avenue North, Brooklyn Park
Success By 60 Northwest and the northwest Hennepin municipalities have had a long
interest in Head Start and the services it offers to support families and children. We
cordially invite you to attend a tour and presentation at the first northwest Hennepin
suburban Head Start on Tuesday, September 19 at 3:00 PM.
John Sugimura, PICA'S Director of Public Relations, will give a presentation at 3:00 PM in
the lower level conference room at the Center. A tour will be given after his presentation
by Brenda Stone, the Center Director. The Success By 60 Northwest Early Childhood
Development Committee sent Mr. Sugimura the following questions to address in his
presentation:
1.) How many children attend the Town Hall Head Start school?
2.) What cities are these children from?
3.) How is the building used in the summer time?
4.) Does Town Hall collaborate with other agencies? If yes, how so?
5.) Is there a waiting list for the Town Hall Center?
6.) Please describe program services at the Town Hall Center.
7.) What are PICA's plans for expansion in Hennepin County, specifically the northwest
Hennepin area?
Without the support of the northwest Hennepin municipalities, this Head Start center would
not have become a reality. We hope that you will be able to participate in this tour. If
you're interested in attending, please RSVP to Elizabeth Gardner by Friday, September 15.
Thank you.
Brooklyn Center
7601 Kentucky Ave. N.
Golden Valley
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
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To: City Council members and City Managers
City of Brooklyn Center City of Maple Grove
City of Brooklyn Park City of New Hope
City of Champlin City of Osseo
City of Crystal City of Plymouth
City of Golden Valley City of Robbinsdale
From: Elizabeth Gardner and Patty Wilder, NWHHSC
Date: September 7, 1995
Re: Town Hall Early Childhood Development Center Tour on September 19
8500 Zane Avenue North, Brooklyn Park
Success By 60 Northwest and the northwest Hennepin municipalities have had a long
interest in Head Start and the services it offers to support families and children. We
cordially invite you to attend a tour and presentation at the first northwest Hennepin
suburban Head Start on Tuesday, September 19 at 3:00 PM.
John Sugimura, PICA'S Director of Public Relations, will give a presentation at 3:00 PM in
the lower level conference room at the Center. A tour will be given after his presentation
by Brenda Stone, the Center Director. The Success By 60 Northwest Early Childhood
Development Committee sent Mr. Sugimura the following questions to address in his
presentation:
1.) How many children attend the Town Hall Head Start school?
2.) What cities are these children from?
3.) How is the building used in the summer time?
4.) Does Town Hall collaborate with other agencies? If yes, how so?
5.) Is there a waiting list for the Town Hall Center?
6.) Please describe program services at the Town Hall Center.
7.) What are PICA's plans for expansion in Hennepin County, specifically the northwest
Hennepin area?
Without the support of the northwest Hennepin municipalities, this Head Start center would
not have become a reality. We hope that you will be able to participate in this tour. If
you're interested in attending, please RSVP to Elizabeth Gardner by Friday, September 15.
Thank you.
Brooklyn Center
Corcoran
Golden Valley
Maple Grove
Plymouth
Brooklyn Park
Crystal
Hanover
New Hope
Robbinsdale
Champlin
Dayton
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PLYMOUTH
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Saturday, September 23, 1995, Noon to 4:30 p.m.
Plymouth Creek Park, 3 625 Fernbrook Ln.
Featuring Olde Fashioned,, Pami,P, nn -
Fiddle Contest with Cash Prizes
Jam Session Tent
Story Telling
Entertainment
Antique Cars from 1890 to 1931
Demos of Olde Tyme Crafts & Skills
Historical Society Tours
Refreshments
Admission: $2.00, Children 12 and under FREE!
For more information, or to participate, call 509-5200.
Event will be held rain or shine
Presented by:
Plymouth Historical Society
and Plymouth Park & Recreation
Bring a blanket or lawn chair
Sponsors: Walser Chevrolet; Superior Ford,
Premier Lincoln -Murcury•Merkur,
Sharon Anderson, Realtor, RE/MAX Results,
Herb's Servicenter, Inc., Plymouth Tire
& Auto, Twin Cities Music LArts Consulting
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state of Minnesota I
Board of Government Inno_ vatio and Cooperation
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August 28, 1995�-
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Dear local government officials: V--`;\ /-C')
As state legislators, we recognize your respon i�itie -bav'be e increasingly difficult in recent
years. While strong public sentiment has preclu .an ocal officials from approving tax
increases, the demand for high quality public services continues to grow. In an effort to discuss
opportunities for addressing the fiscal challenges we face, we would like to invite you and your
colleagues to a public forum or: W. ed-zesday, September 27, 1995. The public forum. 0111 be held
from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the Minnetonka City Hall Council Chambers. The Minnetonka City
Hall is located at 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. in Minnetonka.
The purpose of our regional forum is to bring together all elected and senior administrative officials
from our counties, cities, and school districts to discuss our common goals. A portion of the public
forum will focus on opportunities for intergovernmental cooperation and collaboration as a means of
improving the efficiency of our public services. This forum will also give local officials an
opportunity to let us know what the state can do to assist you in your effort to improve the
quality and efficiency of the services you deliver.
The public forum will be facilitated by Jim Gelbmann, Executive Director of the Board of
Government Innovation and Cooperation. This state Board was created by the 1993 Legislature to
promote intergovernmental cooperation and innovation in the delivery of public services. Jim will be
on hand to inform local officials about the various programs of the Board.
The programs of the Board of Government Innovation and Cooperation are designed to empower
local officials to develop more efficient and effective ways to achieve desired public policy outcomes.
For example, the Board has a relatively simple process for waiving state administrative rules and
procedural laws that may impair the ability of local officials to administer their programs in the most
effective and efficient manner possible. Jim will share with us the results of several of the projects
the Board has sponsored in other areas of the state. If you have question about the forum, please feel
free to contact Jim at (612) 282-2390.
We have enclosed an agenda for your review. Please feel free to extend an invitation to all senior
administrative officials from your jurisdiction. We look forward to seeing you on September 27th.
Sincerely,
Martha R. Robertson Peggy Leppik
State Senator State Representative
Gen Olson Edward C. Oliver Barbara Sykora
State Senator State Senator State Representative
Ron Abrams
State Representative
H. Todd Van Dellen
State Representative
State of Minnesota M-1
Board of Government Innovation and Cooperation
309 Administration Building • 50 Sherburne Avenue • Saint Paul. Minnesota 55165 • 612/282-2380 • Fax 612/282-5333
LOCAL GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS' REGIONAL FORUM
Minnetonka City Hall Council Chambers
Wednesday, September 27, 1995
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
6:30 P.M. Introduction Of Legislators
6:40 P.M. Overview Of The Evening's Activities - Jim Gelbmann
6:45 P.M. The Board of Government Innovation and Cooperation: A Resource For Local Officials
Identification and Discussion Of Several Pilot Projects and Waivers
Identify and discuss Legislative Auditor's Best Practices Project
7:05 P.M. Panel Discussion Of Local Officials - one representative of each of the following
levels of government: Couuty, City, and School District
"What is the current status of intergovernmental cooperation and innovation
within the region?"
Are there any intergovernmental forums for discussing expanded opportunities for intergovernmental
cooperation and innovation? Identify specific intergovernmental initiatives that are currently in
progress. What other activities have been tried? Have there been any notable successes? Have there
been any initiatives that did not meet expectations? How do citizens react to intergovernmental
cooperation and other innovative initiatives? Is there interest in pursuing consolidations of one or more
local governments within the region? What are some of the barriers to intergovernmental cooperation
and innovation? How can those barriers be eliminated or minimized? Can you identify specific
opportunities for future intergovernmental cooperation and innovation relative to the delivery of local
government services? Are there examples of duplication of effort that results in inefficient or
ineffective local government service delivery?
7:45 P.1bI. Break
7:55 P.M. What role can the State play in assisting local officials?
Participants will be asked to identify and discuss state policies that may impair
the ability of local officials to effectively and efficiently deliver essential public
services.
8:15 P.M. Small Group Discussions
"What opportunities may exist for increasing intergovernmental cooperation
within the region?" Identify specific actions that need to be taken to take
advantage of these opportunities.
8:45 P.M. Summary Of Small Group Discussions
9:05 P.M. Where do we go from here? How do we assure that there will be follow up to the day's
discussions.
League of Minnesota Cities
August 14, 1995
3490 Lexington Avenue North
St. Paul, MN 55126-8044
TO: Mayors, Managers, Administrators, Clerks
Councilmembers c/o City Clerk
FROM: James F. Miller, Executive Director
uuJ: League of iviir1►1e5ota Cities 19195 Regional ivieetings
Again this year the League of Minnesota Cities will hold twelve regional meetings to
bring city officials together from throughout Minnesota. At these meetings current policy
issues will be considered, as well as practical questions concerning the problems you
face. We cordially invite you to attend a regional meeting and to join in our discussions.
This year, the League's regional meetings are scheduled in Ely, Aitkin, Anoka,
Greent.ush, McIntosh, Henning, Stewartville, Owatonna, Winthrop, Fairmont, Willmar,
and, P pestone. You may receive an invitation from more than one host city, depending
upon your location. Please feel free to choose the one which best fits your schedule.
The afternoon program will begin at 2:00 p.m. and cover important topics such as
liability issues involving contracts, tobacco and smoke free communities for children,
legislative issues and LMC's information system.
The social hour is scheduled to begin at 5:00 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:00 p.m. The
evening program will include a presentation the League's Strategic Plan, and a video
presentation dealing with difficult personnel situations. A round table discussion and a
question and answer period on personnel issues will follow.
I hope you will be able to join us at one of our regional meetings. If you plan to attend,
please RSVP the city contact person identified on the attached regional meeting
schedule to make your reservations. Come for the afternoon, the evening, or both. I
look forward to meeting you there.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
(612)490-5600 1-800-925-1122 TDD(612)490-9038 Fax(612)490-00'12
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League of Minnesota Cities
3490 Lexington Avenue North
St. Paul, MN 55126-8044
1995 REGIONAL MEETING PROGRAM
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AFTERNOON PROGRAM
2:00-2:30 p.m. LMC Information Systems Update/Telecommunications
Barb Gallo, LMC's Director of Technology Services
2:30-3:00 p.m. Liability Issues Involving Contracts
LMCIT Staff
3:00-3:15 p.m. Break
3:15- 3:35 p.m. Legislative Issues at the Upcoming Session
IGR Staff
3:35-4:00 p.m. Tobacco and Smoke Free Communities for Children
Minnesota Department of Health Staff
4:00-5:00 p.m. Discussion by cities attending of City Achievements
Moderator: Tom Thelen, LMC Field Representative
5:00-6:00 p.m. Social Hour
6:00-7:00 p.m. Dinner
EVENING PROGRAM
7:00-7:15 p.m. Introduction by Jim Miller, LMC Executive Director
Welcome by Host City Mayor
7:15-7:30 p.m. Presentation of LMC's Strategic Plan
(LMC 2000: Service and Leadership)
Karen Anderson, Mayor, Minnetonka
President, League of Minnesota Cities
7:30-7:45 p.m. A video dealing with difficult personnel situations
7:45-8:30 p.m. Roundtable discussions of difficult personnel situations
8:30-9:00 p.m. Response to roundtable discussions questions
9:00 P.M. Adjourn
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
(612)490.5600 1.800-925-1122 TDD(612)490-9038
Fax(612)4904
3490 Lexington Avenue North
-eague of Minnesota Cities St. Paul, MN 55126-8044
1995 REGIONAL MEETING SCHEDULE
DATE CITY LOCATIONICONTACT PERSON
September 26 ELY Kennedy Cafeteria Facilities
600 E Harvey Street
Ely, MN 55731
Patricia Wellvang
218/365-3224
September 27 AITKIN American Legion Club
20 First Avenue NW
Aitkin, MN 56431
Ross Wagner
218/927-2527
September 28 ANOKA Greenhaven Country Club
2800 Greenhaven Drive
Anoka, MN 55303
Mark Nagel
612/421-6630
October 3 GREENBUSH Greenbush Community Center
244 Main Street North
Box 98
Greenbush, MN 56726
WyAnn Janousek
218/782-2570
October 4 MC INTOSH Centennial Community Center
115 Broadway NW
McIntosh, MN 56556
Ann Lohse
218/563-3043
October 5 HENNING Henning Public School/Community Room
Henning Community Center/Evening
607 2nd Street
Henning, MN 56551
Wilma Morse/Sarah Ebeling
218/583-2402
(OVER)
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
'+490-5600 1-800-925.1122 TDDf612)490.9038 Fax(612)490-00.?
1995 REGIONAL MEETING SCHEDULE
DATE
CITY
L CATIO /CON CTER SAN
October 17
STEWARTVILLE
Stewartville Civic Center
Intersections of Highway 63 & Highway 30
Stewartville, MN 55976
Cheryl Roeder
507/533-4745
October 18
OWATONNA
Ramada Inn
1212 North Interstate 35
Owatonna, MN 55060
Jim Moeckly
507/451-4540
October 19
WINTHROP
Community Center
305 North Main Street
Winthrop, MN 55396
Samuel Shult
507/647-5306
October 24
FAIRMONT
Holiday Inn -Fairmont
Junction 1-90 & Highway 15
Fairmont, MN 56031
David Schornack
507/238-9461
October 25
WILLMAR
Holiday Inn
2104 E Highway 12
Willmar, MN 56201
Kevin Halliday
612/235-4913
October 26
PIPESTONE
Pipestone Country Club
1003 8th Avenue SE
Pipestone, MN 56164
Joan Lange
507/825-3324
Greenhaven
Country Club
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We will have city officials attending the regional meeting in Anoka and we agree to
pay for these meals unless the City of Anoka is notified of any changes by Monday, September
25, 1995.
NAMES/TITLES OF PERSONS ATTENDING:
(Please furnish names of people
attending so that name tags
can be prepared)
PERSON MAKING RESERVATION(S):
CITY:
* Number of attendees
Number of attendees
PHONE: (
x $10.00 registration fee
x $15.00 dinner
TOTAL PAYMENT ENCLOSED $
Please make checks payable to CITY OF ANOKA and return with registration form to:
Deb Young
CITY OF ANOKA
2015 First Avenue
Anoka, MN 55303
* $10.00 registration fee applies only to the first ten registrants. There is no charge for more than
ten registrations from one city.
WANT TO GOLF NINE HOLES BEFORE THE DAY BEGINS? ...
Call Jon Bendix, 427-3180, at the Greenhaven Golf Course if you are interested. Let him, or anyone
on his staff, know you're with the LMC group so they can set you up with other LMC players.
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sponsors:
Camden AdVANtage
Community Action for Suburban Hennepin
Five Cities Transportation
Metropolitan Council Transit Operations
North Memorial Health Care
Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council
CO-OP Northwest
Family Services Collaborative
Success By 60 Northwest
Northwest Community Job Bank
Project/HIRED
PRISM
Tots to Teens Taxi
University of Minnesota, Design Center
West Metro Coordinated Transportation/
Senior Resources
Registration Form
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The Crystal Community Center is served by
MCTO's Minneapolis bus routes 14, 19, and
85. For more details on trip times, please call
373-3333.
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Northwest Hennepin
Transportation Summit
LET'S TALK TRANSIT
THE FRONT SEAT
PERSPECTIVE
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Wednesday, October 11, 1995
7:30 AM to Noon
Crystal Community Center
4800 Douglas Drive North
Crystal, Minnesota
Let's Talk Transit:
The Front Seat Perspective
Transportation affects most people
living or working in the northwest Hennepin
area. Buses, cars, vans, and other vehicles
travel daily within the 200 -mile region for
hundreds of different reasons. Where are
they going? Where aren't they going? Where
could they go? And what can be done in a
time of shrinking resources to provide the
most efficient and effective services?
Come to the Summit to:
♦ Learn about the transportation issues
facing older adults, families, employers and
employees, local municipalities and providers
♦Dialogue with others regarding new
collaborations
♦Develop strategies for maximizing
resources
This event is free and open to the public.
Community members, transit providers and
planners, city staff, policy makers, business
owners, human resource managers, social
service providers, and school representatives
are encouraged to attend.
Throughout the morning, transportation
experts will address several issues such as
the MCTO's transit re -design process, the
transportation services operating in this area,
and the status of transit funding.
Event Schedule
7:30 AM Registration and Rolls
8:00 AM Summit Begins
Welcome and Introductions
Mary Anderson, United Way's
Success By 60 Northwest
Management Committee, Moderator
Featured Speakers Include:
Tammy Anderson, Tots to Teens Taxi
Frank Boyles, City, of Prior Lake
Natalio Diaz, Metropolitan Council
Carolyn Hawkins, West Metro
Coordinated Transportation
Brian Lamb, Metropolitan Council
Transit Operations (MCTO)
Mary Negri, Robbinsdale Area
School District #281
Rosie Smith-Pilgram, Success By 69
Northwest Transportation
Committee Chair
Hans Widmer, The Prudential
11:15 AM Shifting Gears:
What's the Next Step?
Noon Adjourn
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Northwest Hennepin
Transportation Summit
Registration Form
The Summit is free, but space is limited and
advanced registrations are needed to assist
with planning. Please complete and return
this form by October 2nd.
Name
Org./Company
Address
Phone
Number Attending
Check if appropriate:
I need child care
I have special needs that require
assistance (i.e. interpreter,
accessibility, etc.)
I need a ride to the event
I could provide a ride for someone
I can't attend, but I would like
to say the following about transit:
I can't attend, but keep me informed
of future meetings
Mail or fax registrations to:
Northwest Hennepin Human
Services Council
7601 Kentucky Avenue North
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Facsimile#: 493-2713
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METRO MEETINGS
A weekly calendar of meetings and agenda items for the Metropolitan Council, its advisory and standing committees, and three
regional commissions: Metropolitan Airports Commission, Metropolitan Packs 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: September 8,1995
WEEK OF: September 11 - September 15, 1995
METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Workshop on Polluted Sites Grants Program - Monday, September 11, 1 p.m., Golden Valley City
Council Chambers, 7800 Golden Valley Rd., Golden Valley.
Sewer Rates/Cost Allocation Task Force - Tuesday, Sept. 12, 7:30 a.m., Room 2A. The task force will
consider: Technical Advisory Committee Status Report; timelines; recommendations on sewer access charges
and cost allocation; and other business.
Community Development Committee - Tuesday, September 12, Noon, Room IA. The committee will
consider: St. Louis Park comprehensive plan amendment for 41 -acre Honeywell property; city of Savage
comprehensive plan amendment for West Summit Oaks --Oak Island; the agency unified capital budget
process; and other business.
Environment Committee - Tuesday, September 12, 4 p.m., Chambers. The committee will consider: city of
Loretto comprehensive plan amendment water supply plan; city of Forest Lake comprehensive plan
amendment water supply and distribution plan; authorization to execute amendment Number 1 to
professional services; authorization for sole source procurement of variable frequency drives for Hasting
Wastewater Treatment Plant; 1994 AMSA awards; Water Resources Policy Plan; report on proposed 1996-
2000 Capital Improvements Program and 1996 Capital Budget continued; and other business.
Housing and Redevelopment Authority Advisory Committee - Wednesday, September 13, 8:30 a.m.,
Room IA. The committee will consider: a briefing on community action for suburban Hennepin (CASH);
reports, Diminished Choices: The Shrinking Market for Section 8 in Suburban Hennepin County, Hennepin
County Office of Planning and Development, Housing and Hennepin County:Policy and Strategy Options;
and other business.
Development Scenario Tour of Northern Metro and Adjacent Counties (for Council members and
local officials) - Wednesday, September 13, 2 p.m., tour departs from Majestic Oaks, 701 Bunker Lake
Blvd., Ham Lake.
Northern Metro and Adjacent Counties Community Meeting - Wednesday, September 13, 6:30 p.m.,
Majestic Oaks, South Cedar Room, 701 Bunker Lake Blvd., Ham Lake.
Executive Committee - Thursday, September 14, 8 a.m., Nicollet Island Inn, 95 Merriam St., Minneapolis.
Providers Advisory Committee - Thursday, September 14,10:30 a.m., Room IA. The committee will
consider: proposed fare increases; transit system redesign; proposed transit capital funding process; and other
business.
Metropolitan Council - Thursday, September 14, 4 p.m., Chambers. The council will consider: Maple
Grove comprehensive plan amendment for extension of sewer service to four lots; Roseville Area Circulator
contract amendment and contract extension; BE -Line contract extension; Vadnais Lake Area WMO Water
Management Plan; St. Louis Park comprehensive plan amendment for 41 -acre Honeywell property; city of
Carver planning assistance loan application; Shakopee comprehensive plan amendment for Tier 1
comprehensive sewer plan --private wastewater treatment system policies; Elm Creek quarterly progress
report; authorization of public sale of general obligation bonds, Series 1995B, park bonds and Series 1995C,
transit bonds: authorization to issue and sell general obligation bonds for a current refunding of the
Metropolitan Council's 1987B sanitary sewer bonds, Series 1995D; extension/amendment to Option C of the
Voluntary Separation Program; appointment to Investment Review Committee; authorization to finalize
settlement in Ronald J. Theisen v. Metropolitan Council; authorization to finalize settlement in Thomas
Atkinson v. Metropolitan Council; authorization to finalize settlement in re Jody Daher v. Metropolitan
Waste Control Commission; final report of the St. Paul/East Metro Reverse Commute Study; city of Savage,
West Summit Oaks/Oak Island comprehensive plan amendment; Transportation Display, Inc. advertising -
contract extension and amendment; 1996 Unified Planning Work Program and authorization to file a grant
application; certification of tax capacity rate reduction for 1995 transit taxes for specified cities and towns in
the transit taxing district; authorization to establish payment plan for the city of Farmington to assist with
their 1995 sewer charge increase; confirmation of liaison assignment to the Transportation Advisory Board;
confirmation of council member appointments to the State Advisory Council on Metropolitan Airport
Planning; and other business.
Committee of the Whole - Thursday, September 14, immediately following the Council meeting, Room IA.
The committee will discuss dual track airport planning and evaluation criteria for Alternative Development
Scenarios.
TENTATIVE MEETINGS THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 18 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 22, 1995
Tranportation Committee - Monday, September 18, 4 p.m., Chambers.
Chair's Informal Breakfast Meeting with Council Members - Wednesday, September 20, 8 a.m.,
Sheraton -Midway, Bigelow's Restaurant, I-94 at Hamlin, St. Paul.
Transportation Advisory Board - Wednesday, September 20, 2 p.m., Chambers.
Finance Committee - Thursday, September 21, 4 p.m., Room 2A.
Tour of Redevelopment/Reinvestment Sites --Downtown St. Paul, and Arden Hills (for Council
members and local officials) - Friday, September 22, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
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.
METROPOLITAN SPORTS FACILITIES COMMISSION
Advisory Task Force on Professional Sports in Minnesota - Monday, September 11, 2 p.m., Metrodome
Arena. The task force will consider a presentation by the Minnesota Twins and case studies on four
stadiums.
Capital Improvements Committee - Thursday, September 14, 10 am., Commission Conference Room.
The committee will consider: contract bids for 1995 sound system replacement project; Plaza Project update;
other 1996 projects; 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 Judy Somers,
335-3310.
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Eydie Kargas
17615 25th Ave. N.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Tim H. Wold
1803 Hwy. 101 N. #313
Plymouth, MN 55447
Ginny Black
11410 49th Place N.
Plymouth, MN 55442
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Plymouth, NN 55442
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Plymouth, MN 55442
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DATE: SEPTEMBER 14, 1995
TO: DWIGHT JOHNSON, CITY MANAGER
FROM: CARLYS SCHANSBERG, DATA CONTROL/INSPECTION
CLERK
SUBJECT: BUILDING PERMIT ISSUED REPORT FOR
COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL/PUBLIC & CHURCH USE TYPES
SEPTEMBER 7, 1995 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 13, 1995
Permit #68250 was issued to New Image Construction Inc. for a tenant finish The
Dance Shoppe at 2800 Fernbrook Lane North, valuation $194,000.00.
Permit #68979 was issued to Plymouth Ponds Development for new construction (shell
only) at 3555 Holly Lane North, valuation $1,350,000.00.
PERMITLIST LIST OF PERMITS ISSUED PAGE 1
09/14/95 AGING DAYS
FROM 09/07/95 TO 09/13/95
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
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21 118 22 41 0014
RESOURCE HANDLING INC
14650 28TH AVE N
O1 118 22 42 0012
PRIME BLDRS
5560 NATHAN LA N
0001046
05 118 22 42 0003
ROBERT & SUSAN MCCLOUGHAN
5700 DUNKIRK LA N
0001046
22 118 22 33 0001
NEW IMAGE CONSTR INC
2800 FERNBROOK LA N
0012405
21 118 22 33 0366
DONNAY HOMES
2775 RANCHVIEW LA N
00002176
23 118 22 11 0003
SUSSELL CORP
11505 36TH AVE N
0001934
21 118 22 43 0016
PINNACLE CONST INC
2600 NIAGARA LA N
0004246
ALTERATION 09/11/95 67405
LOT BLK COMMERCIAL BUILDING
6 1 CIRCLE STAR BUS CTR 3RD
$50,000.00 $1,123.42
NEW CONST 09/07/95 67750
LOT BLK MULTI -FAMILY BUILDING
1 2 HICKORY HILLS VILLAS
$480,000.00 $14,589.67
ALTERATION 09/07/95 67849
LOT BLK SFD BUILDING
LLS05QQ420003
$800.00 $35.05
ALTERATION 09/13/95 68250
LOT BLK COMMERCIAL BUILDING
1 1 IND PK 494
$194,000.00 $1,695.02
NEW CONST 09/12/95 68264
LOT BLK MULTI -FAMILY BUILDING
3 1 WELLINGTON PARK
$555,000.00 $26,114.92
ADDITION 09/08/95 68312
LOT BLK COMMERCIAL BUILDING
LLS23QQ110003
$13,800.00 $259.35
REPAIR 09/13/95 68478
LOT BLK COMMERCIAL BUILDING
LLS21QQ430016
$97,000.00 $674.50
PERMITLIST LIST OF PERMITS ISSUED
09/14/95 AGING DAYS
FROM 09/07/95 TO 09/13/95
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BART ROEGLIN
18200 CO RD NO 6
0005385
32 118 22 11 0032
NEISEN CONSTR. INC.
1155 XENE LA N
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32 118 22 11 0031
NEISEN CONSTR. INC.
1151 XENE LA N
3161
PLYMOUTH PONDS DEVELOPMENT
3555 HOLLY LA N
3161
03 118 22 41 0022
JOHN J & RUTH A O'TOOLE
12825 56TH AVE N
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SWENSON, COURTLAND
129 UNION TER LA N
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WOO, WILLIAM
2645 KIRKWOOD LA N
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ADDITION 09/13/95 68954
LOT BLK SFD BUILDING
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REPAIR 09/11/95 68962
LOT BLK SFA BUILDING
28 2 CIMARRON PONDS
$2,000.00 $46.00
REPAIR 09/11/95 68963
LOT BLK SFA BUILDING
27 2 CIMARRON PONDS
$2,000.00 $46.00
NEW CONST 09/11/95 68979
LOT BLK COMMERCIAL BUILDING
1 1 PLYMOUTH PONDS BUS PK
$1,350,000.00 $55,316.17
ADDITION 09/11/95 68988
LOT BLK SFD BUILDING
10 2 BASS LK HGTS
$500.00 $15.25
REPAIR 09/11/95 68991
LOT BLK SFD BUILDING
14 4 IVANHOE WOODS
$1,000.00 $25.50
REPAIR 09/11/95 68994
LOT BLK SFD BUILDING
12 3 ELMHURST LAKEVIEW
$400.00 $15.20
DATE: September 14, 1995
TO: Dwight Johnson, City Manager through
Fred G. Moore, P.E. , Director of Public Works
FROM: Kaniel 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.
118 is also enclosed. The following is a summary of the consultants' Project Status
Reports. The Erosion Control Status Report is also included for your information.
1. STRGAR-ROSCOE-FAUSCH, INC.:
City Project No. 011 - Northwest Boulevard (45th Avenue to Schmidt Lake
Road) and Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to Pineview -lanel is
complete and payment is being processed.
(See Map - C)
City Project No. 031 - County Road 24 and Medina Road is complete through
the Phase I portion. Phase II construction is complete except for minor
punchlist work.
(See Map - E)
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Page No. 2
City Project No. 213 - Schmidt Lake Road (Northwest Boulevard to Fernbrook
Lane is complete except for minor punchlist work.
(See Map - F)
City Project No. 310 - New County Road 9 (Trunk Highway 55 to Vicksburg
Lane) is proceeding and the bituminous base and binder course of pavement
have been completed. The contractor is currently working on Dunkirk Court
which was added by Change Order.
(See Map - G3)
City Project No. 406 - Trunk Highway 55 North Frontage Road and South
Shore Drive is complete except for minor punchlist work
(See Map - G5)
City Project No. 310 - New Traffic Signal at New County Road 9/Relocated
County Road 24/Trunk Highway 55 is complete except for minor punchlist
work.
(See Map -G3)
City Project No. 415 - Westbranch 3rd Addition (east of Dunkirk Lane and
north of proposed County Road 91 is proceeding and the contractor, Nodland
Construction Company, has completed the utility construction. Work is
scheduled to begin on roadway construction within the next week. A Change
Order will be presented at the September 13 City Council meeting to add
sanitary sewer service through the preliminary platted Westbranch 4th Addition
to serve the Sugar Hills Development south of new County Road 9.
(See Map N-1)
City Project No. 417 - 1995 Trail Improvements is proceeding and bids were
received on September 12, 1995 and Council approval will be requested at the
September 19 meeting. This work is scheduled to be completed this fall..
(See Map N-2)
City Project No. 502 - Peony Lane (T.H. 55 to County Road 47) is proceeding.
The grading contract for the bridge embankment is out for bids, with bids to be
received on September 17, 1995. Fill material for the embankment is currently
being stockpiled on the south end of the Wayzata High School site. Work is
continuing on the final design of the bridge and roadway improvements.
(See Map - B)
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Page No. 3
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City Project No. 402 - CSAH 9 (!-494 to Polaris Lane) was shared with the
public at a public informational meeting on July 18, 1995 and the City Council
approved the plans for County Road 9 improvements and the landscape plan at
the July 18 Council meeting. The City Council has subsequently met with
members of the Hennepin County Board to discuss the funding issue and use of
tax increment financing. The City has been requested to provide additional
information on TIF projects for the County's review prior to making a
determination on allowing TIF financing for the County Road 9 Project.
(See Map - B-1)
The Plymouth MSA traffic counts for 1995 have been completed. The final
traffic analysis report commenting on the downtown concept plan has been
submitted to staff for review. A noise monitoring study has been completed at
25th Avenue and Olive Lane and a final report submitted to City staff. The
Northwest Boulevard pedestrian signal design is proceeding and it is anticipated
that a signal justification report and plans will be completed within three weeks.
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 has been completed through the Phase I
portion which includes Fernbrook Lane from 45th Avenue to Schmidt Lake
Road. A final pay request will be submitted to City staff soon following a final
inspection prior to Phase I project close-out. Phase II of this project, which
extends Schmidt Lake Road westerly from Fernbrook Lane to Vicksburg Lane
has had a 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 9) is being prepared as a
State Aid project by the developer of the French Ridge development with the
City's portion to be reimbursed according to the Assessment Policy. The draft
plans have been prepared and are currently being reviewed by the State -aid
office.
(See Map - N)
PROJSfATMOC
SUBJECT: Project Status Report
Page No. 4
City Project No. 308 - Dunkirk Lane Street and Utility Improvements (Old
Rockford Road to New County Road 9) has been completed and a final pay
request will be submitted to City staff for review following a final inspection
with City staff prior to project close-out..
(See Map - 02)
City Project No. 601 - 26th Avenue Street Improvements (Kilmer Lane to
Medicine Ridge Road) is nearly complete except for miscellaneous items and the
final wearing course and striping which will be completed this month.
(See Map - 04)
City Project No. 212 - 3 Million Gallon Hollydale Water Tower (Schmidt Lake
Road and VicksburgLane) 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) was revisited by the
contractor during the week of August 28. Additional excavation was completed
although there is minor excavation still required as well as bank shaping and
seeding. The spoil piles from the excavation have been .stock piled and will be
removed next winter when the ground is frozen.
City Project No. 523 - 12th Avenue North (extending east of Ferndale and
ending in a cul-de-sac) is proceeding and the preliminary report was received by
the City Council on September 5, 1995. A public information meeting is
scheduled for Wednesday September 20 at 7:00 p.m. and the public
improvement hearing would follow at the October 3 City Council meeting. If
the project is ordered, plans and specifications would be completed this year but
construction would not begin until spring 1996.
(See Map - D)
3. SHORT-ELLIOTT-HENDRICKSON, INC.:
City Project No. 503 - NW -19 Trunk Sanitary Sewer (Kimberly Lane
Elementary west to Peony Lane, north to proposed Wayzata High School) was
awarded to C.S. McCrossan at the August 15 City Council meeting. The
project commenced the week of September 11 and the jacking under County
Road north of Kimberly Lane School is proceeding along with subcutting along
the upstream alignment.
(See Map - V)
PROMATMOC
SUBJECT: Project Status Report
Page No. 5
The Water Resource Management Plan is proceeding and Project Manager Mark
Lobermeyer and Senior Scientist-Limnologist Joel Schilling held their second
meeting with the City's Environmental Quality Committee on September 12 to
discuss the Mission Statement for the plan.
4. CITY DESIGN TEAM:
City Project No. 501 - 1995 Street Reconstruction Program is proceeding and
work has been nearly completed on Ranchview Lane. Area No. 2 west of
Larch Lane and south of Schmidt Lake Road is nearing completion and work is
proceeding on the remaining portions, i.e., the residential area south of County
Road 9 and east of Fernbrook Lane as well as 36th Avenue and Plymouth
Boulevard. These streets are scheduled for paving on September 15 or early the
week of September 18, 1995.
(See Map - P)
5. THE APPROVED PAYMENTS LISTING is attached as Report No. 118 for
your information.
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Approved Payments Listing
Map
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Fred G. Moore, P.E.
City of Plymouth
FROM: Jim Dvorak, P.E.
Tim Phenow, P.E.
DATE: September 7, 1995
SUBJECT: PROJECT S TATUS 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
The project is complete and final payment is being processed.
County Road 24 and Medina Road
City Project No. 031
SRF No. 0921643
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City Project No. 213 `t�;�=i"fir'=
SRF No. 0921675
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Minor punch list work remains to finish the project.
New County Road 9 between TH 55 and Vicksburg Lan_ e_
City Project No. 310 R
SRF No. 0931781
The bituminous base and binder are complete. The Contractor is working on Dunkirk
Court, which was added to the project by change order.
Suite 150, One Carlson Parkway North, Minneapolis, Minnesota 554474443
(612) 475-0010 FAX (612) 475-2429
Fred G. Moore, P.E. - 2 - September 7, 1995
TH 55 North Frontage Road and South Shore Drive
City Project No. 406
SRF No. 0941991
Minor punch list work remains to finalize this project.
County Road 9/County Road 24/TH 55 Signal
SRF No. 0942029
Minor punch list work remains to finish the project.
West Branch 3rd Addition
City Project No. 415
SRF No. 0942078
Utility construction is complete and work is scheduled to begin on roadway construction
within a week.
Park Bond Trail Improvements
City Project No. 417
SRF No. 0942080
The first phase of construction scheduled to be completed in 1995, is out for bids. Bids
are scheduled to be received September 12, 1995. Work is proceeding on the
preliminary engineering report for the second phase.
Peony Lane (TH 55 to County Road 47)
City Project No. 502
SRF No. 0952227
The grading contract for the bridge embankment is out for bids. Bids are scheduled to
be received September 27, 1995. Work is continuing on the final design of the bridge
and roadway improvements.
CSAH 9 Landscape Design
City Project No. 402
SRF No. 0952203
A final plan was submitted to City staff for approval.
Fred G. Moore, P.E. - 3 - September 7, 1995
1995 Plymouth MSA Traffic Counts
SRF No. 0952231
The traffic counts are finished and the project is complete.
Plymouth Downtown Concepts Study
SRF No. 0952275
The final traffic analysis report commenting on the downtown concept pian has been
submitted to staff for review.
Noise Monitoring --25th Avenue and Olive Lane
SRF No. 0952292
Noise monitoring has been completed and the final report has been submitted to City
staff.
Northwest Boulevard Pedestrian Signal
SRF No. 0952294
Design is proceeding and we anticipate the Signal Justification Report and plans will be
complete within three weeks.
JRD/TDP/jal
cc: Dan Faulkner, City of Plymouth
Dan Campbell, City of Plymouth
The following status report has been prepared for all current BRA/City of Plymouth projects.
PRELIMINARY REPORTS
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 523 - 12th Avenue North:
The Preliminary Report has been completed and the following schedule has been set for the
improvements:
Receive Preliminary Report,
Order Public Improvement Hearing .............. September 5, 1995
Public Improvement Hearing, Order Project, October i QS
Authorize Plans and Specifications ................. October _„ Q
Complete Plans and Specifications ................ October 31, 1995
Acquire Easements ........................... December 1, 1995
Approve Plans and Specifications,
Authorize Advertisement for Bids ................ December 5, 1995
Award Contract ................................ January 2, 1996
Begin Construction ................................ Spring 1996
Complete Bituminous Base and Restoration ............. July 1, 1996
Complete Final Street Surfacing ...................... Spring 1997
Project 907 - Vicksburg Lane, Schmidt Lake Road and Fernbrook Lane Street and Utility
Improvements, Phase 2:
2335 West Highway 36 ■ St. Paul, MN 55113 in 612-636-4600
Bonestroo. Rosene. Anderlik and Associates, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Bonestroo
Otto G. Bonestroo. PE
Howard A Sanford, PE
Michael C. Lynch, PE.
Brian K. Gage, PE
Rosene
Robert W Rosene, PE
Keith A Gordon, PE
James R Maland, PE
Keith R. Yapp, PE.
Joseph C. Anderlik, PE.
Robert R. Pfefferle, PE.
Jerry D. Pertzsch, PE
Douglas J. Benoit, PE.
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Marvin L. Sorvala, PE,
Richard E Turner, PE.
Richard W Foster, PE
David O. Loskora, PE.
Scott J. Arganek. PE. Shawn D. Gustafson, PE.
Kenneth P Anderson, PE Cecilio Olivier, PE.
Glenn R. Cook, PE.
Robert C. Russek, A.LA.
Mark R. Rolfs, PE.
Paul G. Heuer, PE.
Associates
Thomas E Noyes, PE
Jerry A. Bourdon, PE
Mark A. Seip, PE
John P Corder, PE.
Robert G. Schunicht. PE.
Mark A. Hanson, PE.
Gary W. Morien, PE
Dan D. Boyum, PE.
Susan M. Eberlin. C.PA.
Michael T. Rautmann, PE.
Paul J. Gannon, A.I.A.
Jeffrey J. Ehleringer, PE.
Engineers & Architects
Senior Consultant
Ted K Field, PE
Thomas R. Anderson, A.LA.
Daniel J Edgerton, PE
A. Rick Schmidt, PE.
Joseph R. Rhein, PE.
Lee M. Mann, PE. t
Donald C Burgardt, PE.
Philip J. Caswell. PE.
Charles A. Erickson Y
Thomas A. Syfko. PE.
Mark D. Wallis, PE.
Leo M. Pawelsky
September 11, 1995
Frederic J. Stenborg, PE.
Miles B. Jensen, RE.
Harlan M. Olson
Ismael Martinez, PE.
L Phillip Gravel, PE.
Agnes M. Ring
Michael P Rau. PE
Karen L. Wiemeri, PE.
James F Engelhardt
Thomas W Peterson, PE.
Gary D. Kristofitz, PE.
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City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth MN 55447
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Attn: Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner
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Re: Project Status Report
File No. 70
Dear Dan:
The following status report has been prepared for all current BRA/City of Plymouth projects.
PRELIMINARY REPORTS
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 523 - 12th Avenue North:
The Preliminary Report has been completed and the following schedule has been set for the
improvements:
Receive Preliminary Report,
Order Public Improvement Hearing .............. September 5, 1995
Public Improvement Hearing, Order Project, October i QS
Authorize Plans and Specifications ................. October _„ Q
Complete Plans and Specifications ................ October 31, 1995
Acquire Easements ........................... December 1, 1995
Approve Plans and Specifications,
Authorize Advertisement for Bids ................ December 5, 1995
Award Contract ................................ January 2, 1996
Begin Construction ................................ Spring 1996
Complete Bituminous Base and Restoration ............. July 1, 1996
Complete Final Street Surfacing ...................... Spring 1997
Project 907 - Vicksburg Lane, Schmidt Lake Road and Fernbrook Lane Street and Utility
Improvements, Phase 2:
2335 West Highway 36 ■ St. Paul, MN 55113 in 612-636-4600
City of Plymouth
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner
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September 11, 1995
This project has been split into two phases. Phase 1 has been completed 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 project is currently on hold, pending receipt of all necessary easements and right-of-way.
ACTIVE CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Project 601 - 26th Avenue Street Improvements:
The final course of pavement, striping and punchlist items will be completed this month.
Project 509 - Plymouth Creek Channel Improvements - Neumann Enterprise:
The remaining excavation and tree grubbing was attempted during the week of August 28th. We
have not yet surveyed the work to determine whether additional excavation will be necessary later
this winter to complete the channel. The spoils from the excavation have been stockpiled for
removal next winter when the ground is frozen.
Project 308 - Dunkirk Lane Street and Utility Improvements - S.M. Hentges:
All of the work has been completed and the final pay request will be submitted to the City soon.
A final inspection with the City should be done prior to closing out the project.
Project 907, Phase 1 - Fernbrook Lane Street and Utility Improvements - Ryan Contracting:
All of the work has been completed and the final pay request will be submitted to the City soon.
A final inspection with the City should be done prior to closing out the project.
Sincerely,
BONESTROO, ROSENE, ANDERLIK & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Shawn D. Gustafson, P.E.
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Schmidt Lake Road
C.S. McCrossan Const., Inc.
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Dunkirk Lane - Utility & Street
S. M. Hentges & Sons, Inc.
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1995 Street Recon. Proj.
NW Asphalt
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CSAH 24/Medina Road - Phase II
C. S. McCrossan Const., Inc.
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Master Asphalt Company
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8/16/95
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8/21/95
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DATE: September 14, 1995
TO: Daniel L. Faulkner, City Engineer
FROM: Darrell Johnson, Sr. Engineering Technician - Drainage
SUBJECT: EROSION CONTROL STATUS REPORT
To date, there have been eleven $200 fines collected by the City for noncompliance
with the Erosion Control Policy. The fines collected are for both street sweeping
penalties as well as required silt fence installation. The recent period of dry weather
has reduced erosion control violations significantly. The ongoing Parade of Homes has
additionally given developers and home builders an added incentive for keeping the city
streets clean. However, we continue to make daily inspections and have sent out
numerous 48 hour warning letters to developers regarding erosion control violations.
We have recently lost one of the two erosion control interns for the duration of the
summer. The remaining intern on staff will be available for inspections until
December.
As of this writing, I have not seen the erosion control inspections performed by the
Bassett Creek Watershed. Once that becomes available, we will initiate corrective
measures immediately.
cc: Fred G. Moore
Shane Missaghi
11. : WK NX0
1995 STREET CLEANING PENALTIES Revised:9/13/95
Autumn Hills 2nd Add.
Dave Henners
7/10/95
473-1231 x 69
BassLake Terrace 3rd Add.
Vern Reynolds
425-6442
Bitoerin
Chris Censki
498-7915
Boulder Crest
Dane Swenson or Fritz
473-8511
Boulder Ridge 2nd & 3rd
Betsy Krutzig
559-3271
Bridlewood Farm
Jeff Franc 478-9848
Bill Pritchard 544-7333
Camelot Overlook
Jack Menkveld or
Ken Gust 786-6000
Cavan Meadows
Chuck Dillerud/Tony Eiden
550-7633
Courtyards of French Creek
David Newman
757-2926
882-1112
454-4663 ext. 121
884-1926
Forster Preserve Tom Graham or Jake Enebak
546-8216
Forster Preserve II Tom Graham or Jake Enebak 6/9/95
546-8216 S
Golfview Estates Bernie Barr 9/11/95
1559-0085 is
1995 STREET CLEANING PENALTIES Revised:9/13/95
2
Harrison Place
Dan Hunt
8/21/95
Holly Creek 3rd
822-4042
Fence
Heather Run
Dave Henners
Hunters Bluff
473-1231x69
8/25/95
Hickory Hills
John DeVries
7/28/95 S
Kimberly Woods
550-1346
Holly Creek 1st
Craig Scherber
Kingsview Heights 3rd
428-8400
Holly Creek 2nd
jCraig Scherber
4/26/95
j 6/29/95
428-8400
Holly Creek 3rd
Craig Scherber
428-8400
Hunters Bluff
Steve Bohl
8/25/95
720-6505
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Kimberly Woods
Tim Rachel
553-1824
Kingsview Heights 3rd
Paul or Keith Harstad
636-3751
Lancaster Park Apartments
Ken Isaacson 926-9467
H 926-9408
North Fork
Jack Swedlund
557-0662
Parker's Lake North 8th,9th,&10th
Sandy Williams
trailer # 473-1406
Parker's Woods
Woody Perl
938-6727
Pine Creek
Vicky Siskin
546-3592
Pintail Villas
Don Jensen 638-0534
Doug Fiala 452-1329
1995 STREET CLEANING PENALTIES Revised:9/13/95
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Plymouth Green Villas
John DeVries
Savannah
550-1346
Plymouth Oaks
Terry Dahlstrom 557-4571
Sugar Hills 1st & 2nd Add.
Chuck Dillerud 550-7633
Plymouth Pointe
John Peterson 755-9793
Swan Lake South
Good Value Homes
Ponderosa Woods 3rd
A.J. Poppelaars
The Ponds at Bass Creek
925-2761
7/28/95
8/21/95
8/25/95
Quail Hollow
Homer Thompkins or
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Fence
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Trenton Ponds
Pam Backer 627-0823
Rebecca Woods
Craig Anderson
Westbranch
473-3976
482-0767
Savannah
Dave Henners
473-1231 x69
Sugar Hills 1st & 2nd Add.
Mark Reichel 636-9991
Marty Harstad
Swan Lake South
Tom Graham or Jake Enebak
546-8216
The Ponds at Bass Creek
Dan Hunt
7/28/95
8/21/95
8/25/95
822-4042
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Fence
S
Trenton Ponds
Jim Zachman
544-8172
Westbranch
Bill Pritchard
(plymouth creek heights)
544-7333
DATE: September 12, 1995
TO: Dwight Johnson, City Manager
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FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC SIGNAL STUDY
NORTHWEST BOULEVARD (COUNTY ROAD 61) AND
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE
CITY PROJECT NO. 519
Iri May 1995 the City Council received a petition from area residents for the installation
of a traffic signal at Northwest Boulevard (County Road 61) and West Medicine Lake
Drive. Since this intersection is under the jurisdiction of the Hennepin County
Department of Transportation, the City Council adopted a resolution requesting that
they study this intersection for the need of a traffic signal. The County has completed
their study and attached is a letter dated August 8, 1995 giving their response.
The intersection does meet the warrant for a traffic signal when analyzed in accordance
with the "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices". There are many intersections
throughout the County which meet the criteria for traffic signals but the County does
not have adequate funding to install the signal systems. For this reason, the County has
established a priority rating which reflects traffic volumes and accident susceptibility
and severity. This intersection has a ranking of 27 in accordance with their criteria.
As a general policy, the County will not install traffic signals with a ranking of less
than 30. The overall ranking system goes from a low of 0 to a high of 100. Currently
this location does not meet the County criteria for a signal installation.
It is our recommendation that the City not pursue the installation of a traffic signal at
this intersection until it meets the minimum ranking criteria established by the County.
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DATE: September 8, 1995
TO: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
FROM: Kaniel L. Faulkner, City Engineer
SUBJECT: COUNTY RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR
TRAFFIC SIGNAL WARRANT STUDY AT
COUNTY ROAD 61 (NORTHWEST BOULEVARD) AND
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE
CITY PROJECT NO. 519
I have recently received a response to my formal request to Hennepin County Department of
Public Works to examine the traffic signal warrants at the intersection of West Medicine Lake
Drive and Northwest Boulevard per City Council resolution 95-284 adopted at the May 16, 1995
City Council meeting. In the response from Tom Johnson, Transportation Planning Engineer
with Hennepin County, he references the previous traffic study completed by the County on
September 29, 1994 of this same intersection. Both the previous study and the study completed
in August of 1995 indicate traffic signal warrants are met. Mr. Johnson further indicates that
while signal warrants are met, the Hennepin County traffic signal ranking system which reflects
traffic volumes, accident susceptibility and severity shows an increase from the previous study of
26 to the current County ranking of 27. The County will not normally install or allow to be
installed traffic signals at intersections with a priority factor of less than 30.
Since the study indicates a priority less than the minimum required in the County's ranking
system, Mr. Johnson did not respond to the question of funding for a possible installation in
accordance with County funding policy. If we feel that the City would like to pursue a signal
installation at this intersection, I will contact Mr. Johnson to determine an estimated City cost for
a signal installation. Please let me know how I should proceed.
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Hennepin County
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Re: CSAH 61 at West Medicine Lake Drive
Dear Mr. Faulkner:
As per your request of May 23, 1995, we have reviewed the traffic and the
signal ranking priority factor at the referenced intersection.
A review of our previous traffic study of September 29, 1994, indicated
that any increase in warrant values would be dependent on West Medicine
Lake Drive traffic. Therefore, in lieu of conducting a complete new study
at this time, we took a meter approach count for West Medicine Lake Drive
on June 28, 1995. The results of the count showed no significant change
in the volume of traffic on West Medicine Lake Drive since our previous
study.
Copies of the previous 16 hour traffic movement study, the signal warrant
review and recent meter count are enclosed. The results of our
investigation indicate that Warrant No. 2. Interruption of Continuous
Traffic, Warrant No. 9, Four Hour Volumes, and Warrant No. 11, Peak Hour
Volume, are met.
Our investigation also included a review of the accident history at this
intersection for the period 1990 through 1994. There have been a total of
five motor vehicle accidents during this period. The average accident
rate for this period is 0.26 accidents per million vehicles entering the
intersection. This is below the county average accident rate of 0.49
ACC/MV for a tee intersection.
Department of Public Works
320 Washington Avenue South Recycled Paper
Hopkins, Minnesota 55343-8468
(612)930-2500 FAX:(612)930-2513
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
August 8, 1995
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In accordance with Hennepin County's recently updated Traffic Signal
Ranking System, which reflects traffic volumes and accident susceptibility
and severity, the priority factor for this intersection has increased from
26 to 27. As a general policy, the County will not normally install, or
allow 7o be installed, traffic signals at intersections with a priority
factor of less than 30. This location does not currently meet our
criteria for signal installations.
If you have any questions please call me at 930-2680.
Sincerely,
Thomas D. ohnson, P.E.
Transportation Planning Engineer
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Hennepj*nCounty
Equal Opportunity Employer
June 5, 1995
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Re: CSAH 61 at West Medicine Lake Drive
Dear Mr. Faulkner:
In -response to your letter of May 23, 1995, about a signal at the intersection
captioned above, we will be conducting a hose count to update our September
1994 16 hour turning movement study.
We will advise you of the results of the hose count and the impact on the
analysis contained in my October 12, 1994, letter to you (copy enclosed for
reference).
Sincerely,
Thomas D. Johnson, P.E.
Transportation Planning Engineer
TDJ/DAL/jh
cc: Don Lundstrom
Enclosure
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Department of Public Works
320 Washington Avenue South Recycled Paper
Hopkins, Minnesota 55343-8468
(612) 930-2670 FAX: (612) 930-2513 TDD: (612) 930-2696
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Thomas D. Johnson, P.E.
Transportation Planning Engineer
HENN COUNTY DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS.
320 Washington Ave. South
Hopkins, MN 55343-8468
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL WARRANT STUDY AT
COUNTY ROAD 61 (NORTHWEST BOULEVARD AND
WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE)
CITY PROJECT NO. 519
Dear Mr. Johnson:
At their May 16, 1995 meeting, the Plymouth City Council passed a resolution
requesting Hennepin County Department of Transportation to conduct a Traffic Signal
Study at the above noted intersection. If a traffic signal is warranted, the Council
would also like a determination on the funding for its installation in accordance with
County policy.
Please consider this letter as the City's formal request to conduct a Traffic Signal Study
as your time and priorities allow. For your information, I am attaching a copy of the
approved resolution as well as the petitions recently received from adjacent
neighborhoods.
Thank you for your consideration of this request and if you have any questions, please
contact me at 550-5071.
Sincerely,
Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
RESOLUTION NO. 95 - 284
REQUESTING HENNEPIN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
TO CONDUCT TRAFFIC SIGNAL STUDY
COUNTY ROAD 61 AND WEST MEDICINE LAKE DRIVE
CITY PROJECT NO. 519
WHEREAS, a petition from area residents has been received by the City requesting a
traffic signal be installed at County Road 61 and West Medicine Lake Drive; and
WHEREAS, in order to determine if a traffic signal is warranted, a study must be
undertaken.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA: That the Hennepin County Department of
Transportation is requested to undertake a traffic signal study for the intersection of
County Road 61 and West Medicine Lake Drive.
FURTHER, that if a traffic signal is warranted, a determination be made on funding for
its installation in accordance with County Policy.
Adopted by the City Council on May 16, 1995.
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DATE: September 12, 1995
TO: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore-, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC SIGNAL/FOUR WAY STOP
COUNTY ROAD 101 AND MEDINA ROAD
In June 1995, the City requested that the County conduct a study of the intersection of
County Road 101 and Medina Road to determine if there were warrants for a traffic
signal or a four-way stop. This study was requested because of increased traffic in the
area resulting from recent developments on either side of County Road 101.
The County, has completed their study and attached is a letter dated August 1, 1995
giving their results of the study. At the present time this intersection does not meet
warrants as established in the "Uniform Manual of Traffic Control Devices" for the
installation of a traffic signal or a multi -way stop. This study gives baseline data at this
intersection which can be used to monitor this intersection in the future for changing
traffic conditions.
No further action is recommended at this time.
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DATE: September 8, 1995
TO: red G. Moore, Director of Public Works
FROM: 4-aniel L. Faulkner, City Engineer
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC SIGNAL WARRANT STUDY AT
COUNTY ROAD 101 AND MEDINA ROAD
Per Resolution No. 95-353 adopted by the City Council on June 20, 1995, I
subsequently sent a letter to Tom Johnson requesting Hennepin County to conduct a
study of the County Road 101/Medina Road intersection to determine if a traffic signal
or a four-way stop was warranted.
I have recently received the results of their traffic investigation which indicate that none
of the warrants for the installation of a traffic signal or multi -way stop are met. A
study of the accident history at that intersection for the five year period from 1990
through 1994 indicated a total of one reported motor vehicle accident at the intersection
of CSAH 101 and Medina Road. A copy of the County's report and correspondence is
attached for your information. Please let me know if additional information or follow-
up is necessary.
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Mr. Daniel L. Faulk
City Engineer
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Faulkner:
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As per your request of June 22, 1995, our section has recently conducted a
traffic investigation to determine whether traffic signal or multiway stop
warrants are met at the referenced intersection.
Copies of the 16 hour turning movement study, and the signal warrant review
are enclosed. The results of our investigation indicate that none of the
warrants for the installation of a traffic signal or multiway stop are met.
Our investigation also included a review of the accident history at this
intersection for the five year period 1990 through 1994. There has been a
total of one motor vehicle accident during this period. The average
accident rate for this period is 0.09 accidents per million vehicles
entering the intersection. This is below the county average accident rate
of 0.68 Acc/MV for a two-way stop intersection.
If you have any questions please call me at 930-2680.
Sincerely,
Thomas D. Johnson, P.E.
Transportation Planning Engineer
TDJ/DAL/jh
Enclosures
cc: Jim Grube
Department of Public Works
320 Washington Avenue South Recycled Paper
Hopkins, Minnesota 55343-8468
(612)930-2500 FAX:(612)930-2513
ennepin
An Equal (
June 27, 1995
Mr. Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
RE: CSAH 101 at Medina Road
Dear Mr. Faulkner:
As per your request, a traffic study at the intersection of
CSAH 101 and Medina Road has been placed on our agenda and will
be completed as scheduling permits.
As soon as the necessary data has been collected and evaluated,
I will inform you of the results.
Sincerely,
Thomas D. Johnson, P.E.
Transportation Planning Engineer
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Transportation Planning
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Department of Public Works
320 Washington Avenue South
Hopkins, Minnesota 55343-8468
(612)930-2500 FAX:(612)930-2513
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CIN OF
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Thomas D. Johnson, P.E.
Transportation Planning Engineer
HENN COUNTY DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS
320 Washington Ave. South
Hopkins, MN 55343-8468
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL WARRANT STUDY
COUNTY ROAD 101/MMINA ROAD
Dear Mr. Johnson:
I am enclosing a copy of a. City Council resolution passed on June 20, 1995 requesting
your department to conduct a study of the County Road 101/Medina Road intersection
to determine if a traffic signal or a four-way stop is warranted. With the additional
development in the surrounding area, much concern has been expressed from Plymouth
residents with the difficulty in accessing County Road -101 from Medina Road.
Thank you for consideration of this request and I would appreciate hearing when you
feel this study could be scheduled.
Sincerely,
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Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
RESOLUTION NO. 95 -353
REQUESTING HENNEPIN COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS TO
CONDUCT A TRAFFIC STUDY OF
COUNTY ROAD 1011 IEDINA ROAD INTERSECTION FOR
TRAFFIC SIGNAL OR FOUR-WAY STOP WARRANTS
WHEREAS, County Road 101 is designated as a minor arterial road and Medina Road is
designated as a major collector road in the City's Thoroughfare Guide Plan; and
WHEREAS, significant development has occurred near the intersection of County Road
101 and Medina Road causing an increase in traffic; and
WHEREAS, the speed limit along County Road 101 south of Highway 55 is 50 m.p.h.
making it more difficult to access County Road 101 from Medina Road.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA: That a traffic study be conducted by the
Hennepin County Public Works Department to determine if a traffic signal or four-way
stop warrant is met at the intersection of County Road 101 and Medina Road.
Adopted by the City Council on June 20, 1995.
DATE: September 13, 1995
TO: Dwight D. Johnson,City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: MAINTENANCE OF MEDIAN
36TH AVENUE WEST OF VICKSBURG LANE
SUGAR HILLS ADDITION
At the Plymouth forum on August 1, 1995 Joy Rude, 16035 36th Place addressed the City
Council concerning maintenance of the median island on 36th Avenue which is behind her
property. The City Council directed staff to verify the ownership of the median and report to
the Council on maintenance responsibilities. Attached is a copy of the minutes from the
August 1 Plymouth Forum and a diagram showing the median.
The median is located within the dedicated public right-of-way for 36th Avenue. In
accordance with City ordinance the adjacent property owner is responsible to maintain the
boulevard area between their property and the improved roadway. This section of the code
does not address medians within the improved roadway. In areas where either grass or
landscaped medians have been permitted, the City has required that the maintenance
responsibility be covered in the owners documents for the development. The property owners
in the development are responsible for the maintenance. Examples of this are medians in the
Parkers Lake North Development, the median in Northwest Boulevard within the Prudential
Northwest Business Campus, or the median on Carlson Parkway within the Carlson Center
Development. With the phase of the Sugar Hills Development that constructed the median,
there is no homeowner's association, and therefore, no responsibility for the maintenance of
the median was included.
In reviewing the preliminary landscaping plan which was received by the City associated with
the approval of the general development plan, landscaping was indicated in this median area.
36th Avenue is part of a larger planned unit development which includes single family homes,
townhomes, and an office park. The office park is located immediately southerly of 36th
Avenue and the preliminary plan indicated access to the area at the west end of the median.
Additional landscaping was also indicated on the plan in the office park development. It was
necessary to construct the median with the initial construction of 36th Avenue in order that the
traffic lanes would align on either side of Vicksburg Lane.
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SUBJECT: MAINTENANCE OF MEDIAN �.
36TH AVENUE WEST OF VICKSBURG LANE
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The City currently maintains the existing median areas on 36th Avenue east of Vicksburg Lane
and the medians along Plymouth Boulevard. I have requested that the Park Maintenance
Division add the maintenance of this island west of Vicksburg Lane to the contract. We would
maintain the grass on this island until a development is proposed in the office area of the PUD.
I would then propose that they would be responsible for the maintenance of the median and its
additional landscaping as indicated on the preliminary general development plan.
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MINUTES
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 1, 1995
A regular meeting of the Plymouth City Council was called to order by Mayor Tierney at
8:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Center, 3400 Plymouth Blvd., on August 1,
1995.
COUNCEL PRESENT: Mayor Tierney; Councilmembers Lymangood, Helliwell, Granath,
Edson. Councilmember Wold arrived at 8:15 p.m.
ABSENT: Councilmember Anderson.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Johnson, Assistant Manager Lueckert, Community
Development Director Hurlburt, Public Works Director Moore, Public Safety Director
Gerdes, City Attorney Knutson, and City Clerk Ahrens.
ITEM 3 PLYMOUTH FORUM
Joy Rude, 16035 36th Place North, stated she is the President of the Sugar Hills
Garden Club. She stated that the median on 36th Place has high weeds and is not
being maintained. The Sugar Hills residents would like the median maintained.
She stated the median is not owned by the Sugar Hills development and no
homeowner association was established because there was no common area to
maintain.
Public Works Director Moore stated this median is similar to street boulevards
throughout the City. The median is located in the dedicated street right-of-way
and maintenance is the responsibility of adjacent property owners. In most
situations, a homeowner association would maintain it.
Staff was directed to verify the ownership of the median and report to the Council
on maintenance responsibilities.
ITEM 4 PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Tierney announced that 63 neighborhoods participated in National Night
Out this evening.
Councilmember Edson thanked neighborhood organizers and the Public Safety
Department for the great turnout.
Public Safety Director Gerdes thanked the City Council and Public Safety staff for
their support of the event.
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DATE: September 13, 1995
TO: Mark Peterson, Superintendent of Parks
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FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: MAINTENANCE OF MEDIAN
36TH AVENUE WEST OF VICKSBURG LANE
SUGAR HILLS ADDITION
A median was constructed on 36th Avenue west of Vicksburg Lane a few years ago.
This median has a grass surface. Currently you administer the contract to provide the
maintenance of the similar type medians on 36th Avenue and Plymouth Boulevard
within the downtown area. Please add this additional median to that contract and
provide a similar type maintenance.
At the time the office development is considered for approval at the southwest comer of
36th Avenue and Vicksburg Lane, we will recommend that that development be
responsible for the maintenance of this median.
Please let me know if there are any questions.
cc: Eric Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation
✓bwight Johnson, City Manager
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September 13, 1995
CITY OF
Joy Rude PLYMOUTR
16035 - 36th Place North
Plymouth, MN 55447
SUBJECT: MEDIAN ISLAND
36TH AVENUE WEST OF VICKSBURG LANE
Dear Joy:
As we discussed on the telephone, the median island on 36th Avenue adjacent to your
property is within the City street right-of-way. Since there was no owner's association
with the Sugar Hills Development, the maintenance of this island was not included as part
of the typical developer's documents. In reviewing the preliminary development plan it
appears that the maintenance of this median island will be the responsibility of the office
development south of 36th Avenue. Since the office development has not taken place,
they have not been given the responsibility for the maintenance of the median.
I have requested that the Park Maintenance Division provide the same type of maintenance
on this median that is provided to the median immediately east of Vicksburg Lane.
I wish to thank you for calling this matter to the City's attention. If there are any
questions, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
cc: �'6wight D. Johnson, City Manager
Eric Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation
Anne Hurlburt, Director of Community Development
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TO: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager through
Fred G. Moore, P.E. , Director of Public Works
FROM: John R. Sweeney, Transit Administrator
SUBJECT: DRAFT PLAN FOR TRANSIT SERVICES IN PLYMOUTH
IN THE EVENT OF A STRIKE
It appears that negotiations between the Metropolitan Council Transit Operations (MCTO) and
the amalgamated transit workers, the MCTO drivers union have apparently reached an impasse
and the possibility for a transit workers strike seems to be increasing daily. The union, by an
overwhelming majority, voted on September 9, 1995 to authorize a strike. The vote was
certified to the Met Council on September 11, 1995 thereby triggering a ten day cooling off
period.
The earliest the strike can commence is 12:01 a.m. Friday September 22, 1995. After that,
any time during the next 30 calendar days from September 22, 1995 the transit workers can
walk off the job. If it goes beyond the 30 day period, then the membership is required to take
another vote to again authorize a strike. The best information available at this point is that a
strike is not likely to occur before October 9, 1995.
The purpose of this memo is to outline a service plan for Plymouth Metrolink in the event of a
strike, including rider notification, a centralized park and ride facility, a revised service
schedule, and proposed operational strike supervision.
We have had discussions with other service providers to see if we could contract with them for
service during the strike. It appears that it will de difficult, if not impossible, to contract with
any other providers because of the unknown duration of any strike. Providers are unwilling to
make the commitment of vehicles and drivers for an undetermined period of time.
Additionally, now that school is back in session, there are not a lot of extra vehicles available.
Companies that have extra vehicles, do not have drivers and they do not feel they can make a
commitment to additional drivers because no one has any idea how long a strike could last.
SUBJECT: DRAFT PLAN FOR TRANSIT SERVICES IN THE EVENT OF A STRIKE
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It is also important to note that funding will be available for our contingency plan because we
will not be paying the MCTO for service while they are on strike. In fact they will be
reimbursing us $500 per day per vehicle for the duration of the strike in accordance with the
terms of our contract with them. In our case that means $4,000 a day based on 8 vehicles
times $500 per day. This, of course, will give us additional funds for our contingency service.
STRIKE PLAN:
Park and ride facilities:
After making a windshield survey of the entire City, it was determined that the
most appropriate park-and-ride facility to use for our contingency service plan is
the Waterford Park Plaza Shopping Center on the north side of Highway 55
near Highway 169. This site was selected primarily because of its location and
ease of access to the I-394 HOV lane. Vehicles will be able to leave the
Waterford Park Plaza site, travel easterly on Highway 55 to General Mills
Boulevard, then southerly down to the access point for car pools and buses
providing ease of access to the I-394 HOV lane. Other sites that were looked at
in Plymouth did not provide the type of access needed to expedite the vehicles
getting to the HOV lane as quickly as possible to ensure several trips being
made in the morning.
Another reason that this particular site was chosen, rather than utilizing existing
Park -and -Ride facilities was to try and limit our contingency service to
Plymouth residents. It was feared if we tried to utilize Park -And -Ride facilities
on the I-394 Corridor, we would attract riders from any other communities.
I have been working with the owners/managers of Waterford Park Plaza to
negotiate an agreement to use their parking lot as a Park -And -Ride facility for
our contingency service. It is proposed that this lot would be the collection
point for all transit riders in and out of Plymouth.
The park and ride lots at Four Seasons Mall, as well as County Road 73 and
Trunk Highway 55 would be temporarily converted to car pool lots for riders
choosing not to take the bus.
With this configuration a simplified transit schedule can be developed with one
pickup and drop-off point in Plymouth, thus maximizing the effectiveness of the
existing transit vehicles.
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SUBJECT: DRAFT PLAN FOR TRANSIT SERVICES IN THE EVENT OF A STRIKE
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Service Plan:
It should be kept in mind that the large buses provided to our system by MCTO
will not be available for service in the event of a strike. MCTO has
approximately 840 buses and only 220 management personnel so they will not
make any effort to put buses on the road, in fact, the buses will all be confined
to storage facilities for the duration of the strike.
National School Bus Service, Inc. (NSB) is currently providing us with nine
Metrolink vehicles with capacities of 25 passengers each. The average monthly
ridership on Metrolink averages about 17,000. This converts to approximately
400 a.m. passenger trips and 400 p.m. passenger trips per day and includes
ridership figures from our Reverse Commute Route. This number of passenger
trips appears to be within the capacity of the NSB vehicles operating on a loop
from downtown Minneapolis to Waterford Park Plaza.
Details are being finalized, but initially it appears that the service plan would
include pick-ups in the a.m., starting at 5:30 a.m. downtown and 6:00 a.m. at
the park and ride lot in Plymouth with headers every 10 to 15 minutes. The
buses from Plymouth would travel down to the I-394 HOV entrance ramp at
General Mills Boulevard and proceed to the downtown area. Once downtown
they would make a limited number of stops (locations to be determined) and
immediately return to Waterford Park Plaza for another run. The schedule
would continue until 8:30 or 9:00 a.m.
Concurrently, service would begin downtown at approximately 5:30 a.m. and
would take employees directly to their employment sites as no other means of
transportation is available to them, and when empty the vehicle would then
return to Waterford Park Plaza to make another run downtown.
In the p.m., passenger pick-ups would begin at 3:30 p.m. downtown and at
employment sites in Plymouth and would be followed by pick-ups every 10 to
15 minutes until 6:30 p.m. The pick-up points would be the same as the drop-
off points were in the a.m.; buses would again travel down I-394 using the
HOV lane and would end up at Waterford Park Plaza. When empty, they
would make as many runs as necessary to the employment sites and then
continue downtown for other pickups.
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SUBJECT: DRAFT PLAN FOR TRANSIT SERVICES IN THE EVENT OF A STRIKE
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Passenger Notification.
A notice to passengers was prepared and distributed on September 8, 1995
explaining the current situation and advising them that there will be an
alternative transit service plan in the event a strike takes place. They have also
been told that the detail of this plan would be made available when a strike
appears eminent.
A second notice will be prepared as soon as the specifics of the strike service
are available. Included should be a route and schedule information that will be
prepared internally and held in City Hall until a strike is eminent and would
then be distributed on the NSB vehicles in the morning and afternoon. The
notice would also encourage people to consider ride sharing and to use the ride
share lots wherever possible.
The media will also be alerted and provided with route and schedule
information, including key radio stations, televisions stations, and the
Minneapolis Star Tribune. Contact will also be made with the local weekly
papers, however, that is probably more from an overall PR standpoint than
effectiveness because of the time lag in publication deadlines.
I will be working with Helen LaFave to prepare a news release for media
notification as well as a list of media outlets.
Discussion:
Assistance will be sought from management officials of MCTO in helping to
determine routes as well as header times and in identifying the most convenient
drop-off/pick-up points in downtown Minneapolis to assure rider proximity to
their destinations and yet allow for rapid exodus from the downtown area.
MCTO has indicated that they will also provide assistance and supervision on
both ends of the route, at least during the first few days of the strike.
NSB is willing to work with Plymouth Metrolink in devising the best level of
service possible. They can possibly obtain more vehicles, but they do need lead
time to hire additional drivers and depending on the timing of the strike, that
could be very difficult when school is again in session. There would also be
some additional charges if they do add drivers, so in the short term we will
probably just work with the nine vehicles that are presently in our fleet.
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SUBJECT: DRAFT PLAN FOR TRANSIT SERVICES IN THE EVENT OF A STRIKE
Page 5
It is also possible that after a few days of limited strike service some
neighborhood service could be resumed based upon the level of ridership
actually experienced and the availability of vehicles to provide such service.
Additional thought will need to be given to where this potential neighborhood
service could best be implemented to maximize efficiencies in ridership.
None of the NSB vehicles currently are equipped with fare boxes so some sort
of fare box mechanism will have to be devised. This will be the responsibility
of NSB and we will work with them in trying to resolve this problem.
Provisions also have to be made to accept monthly passes as many riders
purchase these in advance and often they are in the form of payroll deduction so
they cannot postpone the purchase.
We do expect ridership will fall off somewhat with this strike plan, but think it
is a viable plan that provides a relatively high level of service to the City with
very limited resources. As a ridership incentive, rides could be provided for
free for the first day or two just to get people to try the alternative service and
its possible that we could arrange for a coffee and doughnut truck to be placed
at Waterford Park Plaza in the morning.
Ultimately if it appears that the strike will be fairly lengthy, we will also
explore the possibility of borrowing one or two excess MCTO bus shelters to
move on site until the strike ends. Additionally, bicycle racks will be provided
at the lot for those that may not have other means of transportation to get to this
facility.
This is a contingency plan and hopefully we will never have to implement it. However, if it is
implemented, we think it will work and will continue to review additional options in the event
of a lengthy strike.
I did present this plan to the Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit at their meeting August
16, 1995 and they concurred that it appeared to be a workable plan in light of a difficult
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cc: Daniel L. Faulkner
Helen LaFave
Kathy Lueckert
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JULY 12, 1995
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Mike Stulberg, Commissioners Barb Stimson,
Virginia Black, Christian Preus, Allen Ribbe, Linda Oja
and Saundra Spigner
STAFF PRESENT: Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning Supervisor Barbara
Senness, Planner Shawn Drill, and Planning Secretary
Susan Vasquez
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Stulberg called the meeting to order at 7:14
p.m.
MINUTES: - Minutes of the June 28, 1995 were not presented.
STAFF REPORTS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. ROWLAND COMPANY (95061)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Rottland Company to amend the Zoning
Ordinance text regarding parking requirements for multi -family dwellings, reducing,
under specific circumstances, the total number required per unit.
Planner Drill gave an overview of the June 30, 1995 staff report.
Commissioner Ribbe asked how the 0.5 parking space is applied in multiple family
developments under the current Zoning Ordinance.
Planner Drill stated that the 0.5 parking space per unit is for guest parking. He noted,
as an example, that for every ten units the developer would need to provide five guest
parking spaces.
Commissioner Black asked why this matter was being brought before the Commission
now, when it would appear more logical to present it simultaneously with staff
recommendations regarding street width and design, a matter currently under study.
Planner Drill stated that it is Staff's duty to respond promptly to all individuals and
entities that present a formal petition regarding any matter, regardless of the priority
which staff may have assigned to that particular matter. In this case, Staff concurs
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Page 147
with the petitioner's announced goals of reducing both the percentage of impervious
surface and the overall costs of building in the City.
Director Hurlburt confirmed Planner Drill's remarks, emphasizing that Staff would
eventually have proposed this --or a very similar --amendment, and stating that by
attending this petition at this time the Commission is in no way compromising itself nor
limiting its options with regard to any matters to be considered at a later date such as
street width or design.
Commissioner Stimson asked whether the City had approved any complexes for which
land had been set aside for future construction of additional parking spaces if needed,
but the actual parking spaces had not been built.
Planner Drill replied that several developments had been approved on that basis in the
past.
Chairman Stulberg added that during his years of participation on the Planning
Commission, and to the best of his recollection, the City has never had to request any
of those builders to construct the additional parking spaces at a later date.
Chairman Stulberg introduced the Petitioner, Mr. Donald Jensen of Rottland Company,
Inc.
Mr. Jensen stated that the idea of amending the zoning ordinance stemmed out of his
firm's efforts to reduce building costs for future subdivisions ..in Plymouth. His firm
considers that one way of reducing construction costs would be to eliminate the
requirement for an additional parking area in each development. That could reduce
the amount of land required for a development, thus reducing costs of building; leave
a larger extension of land free for landscaping and recreational use; or a combination
of the two.
Commissioner Oja inquired about the current cost of building a parking space.
Mr. Jensen stated that he believed it to be between $300 and $500 per parking space,
plus the cost of the land, depending on its size and on the kind of impervious surface
applied.
Commissioner Spigner inquired whether the proximity of parking spaces to the
corresponding townhomes would be considered should the amendment be passed.
Mr. Jensen explained that builders, as well as Staff, always contemplate the proximity
of visitor parking to the dwelling deemed its user. Rottland, Inc. plans parking spaces
so that 0.5 are within 200 feet of the entrance of each townhome, which is about half of
the distance normally planned by grocery or discount stores for their customer parking.
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Page 148
Planning Supervisor Senness replied that the factor of proximity is always taken into
account by the Planning Department in evaluating building plans.
Commissioner Oja expressed her concern that under the revised Ordinance builders
would make provision for fewer parking spaces because they would no longer be
required to build, those spaces nor to provide proof of parking space availability for
future expansion.
Both Mr. Jensen and Planning Supervisor Senness responded that the amended
Ordinance did not necessarily mean that fewer parking spaces would be provided in
new multiple family developments. The amendment simply allows the Planning
Department, under clearly defined circumstances, to count potential parking spaces on
garage aprons when determining compliance with the parking ordinance.
Commissioner Stimson inquired whether the private driveways considered fire lanes are
labeled "no parking".
Director Hurlburt responded affirmatively.
Commission Stimson asked if, in this particular case, cars could be parked on the
private street which passes through the development, and, if so, would those parking
spaces on the private street be counted toward the total in determining whether the
builder has complied with the, parking requirement under the current Zoning
Ordinance.
Director Hurlburt responded that on -street parking is never contemplated for that
purpose.
Commissioner Spigner asked whether fire ordinances had been consulted in proposing
parking in driveways.
Planner Drill responded that the proposed amendment was reviewed by the City Fire
Inspector.
Commissioner Black noted her preoccupation with the insufficiency of parking in
many existing townhome complexes, stating that she feared the new Ordinance would
impact negatively on that problem.
Planner Drill emphasized that the sufficiency of parking in both multi -family complexes
and in private homes continues to be a matter closely, examined by the Planning
Department in approving any project.
Commissioner Black, after reconfirming with Mr. Jensen that the actual cost of parking
space construction would be between $300 and $500 per space, noted that the savings
per townhome would be a maximum of $1,200.
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July 12, 1995
Page 149
Commissioner Oja concurred with Commissioner Black's concerns, adding that she
was reluctant to approve the amended Ordinance unless it were considered
simultaneously with any proposals that Staff may have regarding street design changes.
Director Hurlburt commented that the original intent of the Zoning Ordinance was to
avoid parking in front of garages for common use at apartment complexes. It was not
intended to affect townhomes, and only does so because of its ambiguous wording.
That ambiguity has, unfortunately, not been dealt with over the years. Staff considers
the amendment both logical and timely, and recommends that it be approved.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Stinson, seconded by Commissioner Preus, to approve the
proposed Amendment to the Text of the Parking Ordinance for Multiple Family
Dwellings under the specific circumstances defined therein.
MOTION by Commissioner Black to table the measure until such time as Staff can
present it in conjunction with street design and width proposals currently under study.
MOTION FAILED due to lack of a second.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the MAIN motion. 4 Ayes (Stimson, Preus, Ribbe, Stulberg)
and 3 Nays (Black, Spigner and Oja). The MOTION PASSED, and will be considered
by the City Council in their regular meeting of August 1, 1995.
B. U.S. HOME CORPORATION (95063)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by U.S. Home Corporation for a Conditional
Use Permit to allow the temporary stockpiling of dirt on the North side of future
County Road 9 between Vicksburg Lane and Dunkirk Lane.
Planner Drill gave an overview of the revised staff report of July 10, 1995, noting that,
contrary to the original report of July 5, and on the basis of clarifications made by the
Petitioner, Staff now recommends approval providing that the Petitioner complies with
ten specific conditions. The Petitioner has clarified that the dirt to be stockpiled would
all originate over the next few months as West Branch Second and Third Additions are
excavated. It would eventually be used in the development and grading of the West
Branch Fourth Addition.
Chairman Stulberg asked whether the builder was already excavating at West Branch
Second and Third Additions, and needed a place to stockpile the dirt almost
immediately.
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Page 150
Planner Drill responded affirmatively.
Commissioner Ribbe asked whether the primary reason for Staff changing its
recommendation was due to the fact that the Petitioner reduced the period of
stockpiling required from two years to one.
Planner Drill responded that while timing was an important consideration, the
clarification that the dirt was both to originate in and be destined for final use in the
area was the predominant factor in deciding to revise Staff's recommendation.
Chairman Stulberg introduced the Petitioner, Mr. Bill Pritchard of Orrin Thompson
Homes.
Mr. Pritchard apologized for any misunderstanding caused by the lack of a more
thorough initial explanation to Staff on the builder's part. Nevertheless, he noted,
those matters have now been cleared up. He explained that Orrin Thompson had
originally discussed obtaining the CUP for one year, but in view of a slowdown in the
housing market, they had modified that request to two years. Now, however, their
company is willing to return to the original time limit, and has so manifested to Staff.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Spigner, to approve the
Conditional Use Permit, under the ten special conditions recommended by Staff.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the motion. 7 Ayes. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY
and will be considered by the City Council in their regular meeting of August 1, 1995.
C. OPUS CORPORATION (95064)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Opus Corporation for a PUD Preliminary
Plan Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, and Final Site Plan to allow construction of
a 98,577 square foot multi -tenant office/warehouse building in the Bass Creek Business
Park, on the Northwest .corner of Bass Lake Road and Trenton Lane North.
Planner Drill gave an overview of the staff report of July 5, 1995. The project's
positive characteristics include a small modification in landscaping so as to allow the
seeding of prairie grass on the western portion of the lot bordering on the wetland, so
as to create a more natural environment, and the planting of a several bushes and trees
along the side where the loading deck will be located so as to create a natural barrier
which will reduce the visual impact of the complex on neighboring dwellings.
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July 12, 1995
Page 151
Commissioner Preus requested an explanation of the results of the noise study for this
project.
Planner Drill stated that study results confirmed an existing level of noise in the area,
particularly from traffic on Bass Lake Road, which is so high that the additional sound
from the new complex will be virtually imperceptible.
Given that 68% of the total lot for this complex will be covered with an impervious
surface, Commissioner Stimpson asked whether other complexes in the area also have
percentages of impervious surface so far above the 25 % norm established for shoreland
areas.
Planner Drill stated that the neighboring lots have similar percentages of impervious
surface.
Director Hurlburt noted that the new' ordinance to promote wetland conservation has
impacted this project, nevertheless Staff has made a careful evaluation of the drainage
of the complex and confirms that the environmental impact of this project will be
minimal.
Planner Drill added that water from the complex would drain to the North, toward Pike
Lake.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Michele Foster, Senior Director of Real Estate for the
Petitioner, the Opus Corporation.
Ms. Foster noted that her firm concurs heartily with the Staff's recommendation for
approval. Opus Corporation has had great success with a similar complex which they
are currently finishing in another area of Plymouth. That facility is already 100%
leased, even though construction is not yet finished. With regard to the complex
currently under construction, Ms. Foster confirmed that the entire park is well drained
into ponds with no adverse environmental impact. The same will be the case for the
new project once it is approved, and every care has been taken in the architectural
design and plans for landscaping to assure that the complex be aesthetically pleasing
and make a positive contribution to the area.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Oja, seconded by Commissioner Black, to approve the
PUD Preliminary Plan Amendment, Conditional Use Permit, and Final Site Plan
subject to the conditions recommended by Staff.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the motion. 7 Ayes. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY
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and will be considered by the City Council in their regular meeting of August 1, 1995.
NEW BUSINESS
A. DRAFT TREE PRESERVATION ORDINANCE
Director Hurlburt gave a brief explanation of the issues involved in tree preservation,
noting that the City's current policy is set forth in a City Council Resolution.
Nevertheless, Staff feels that at this time it is prudent to make that policy clearer and
more easily enforced. To that end, Staff is recommending that the current policy be
repealed and replaced with a Tree Preservation Ordinance, which would be included as
a section of the Zoning Ordinance. Director Hurlburt then presented a brief
comparison of the current policy and the proposed Tree Preservation Ordinance.
Under the Tree Preservation Ordinance, any new development would be required to
present a formal Tree Preservation Proposal. The current preservation policy requires
only that builders indicate significant trees on the grading plan, but there is no
requirement that they actually preserve them.
The Tree Preservation Ordinance clarifies the definition of a "significant tree";
establishes that the removal of more than a certain percentage of them will result in the
requirement to reforest on a 1.25 for 1 per diameter -inch of excess removal, or to pay
restitution to a special reforestation fund administered by the City; and provides a clear
standard for evaluating whether a significant tree has actually been preserved (i.e.,
when at least 75 % of its root system has been conserved). The Ordinance also adds the
requirement of a bond or compliance guaranty to assure that either the approved
reforestation plan is carried out or the corresponding fines are paid.
Director Hurlburt added that a draft of the proposed Tree Preservation Ordinance was
reviewed with a number of Developers who work in Plymouth. They had several
positive comments in this regard, indicating that it is clearly in their best interest to
conserve trees as a means of conserving housing values in the area. Nevertheless, the
developers are concerned about having clear, concise definitions of terms, as well as
absolute clarity in the wording of the Ordinance. Builders also ask that the multiple
variables of City regulations affecting developers be considered simultaneously, so that
builders are not punished excessively. Further concerns of builders include that
responsibilities for compliance and enforcement be clearly defined, and that some kind
of flexibility be incorporated into the Ordinance.
Commissioner Preus asked why Staff recommends that in any reforestation project only
a maximum of 1/4 of the trees may be of a single variety. He also inquired as to why
the reforestation should not be done with an identical number of trees of the same
variety as those removed during the construction.
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Director Hurlburt replied that reforestation programs using at least four different
varieties of trees are intended to avoid the possibility of all the trees being
simultaneously destroyed by a single disease or insect infestation. With regard to
simply replacing all trees with others of the same variety, it is important to bear in
mind that the development of a lot changes the entire ecosystem. The resulting
ecosystem may no longer be the most appropriate for a particular variety of tree that
monopolized the site previously. The new trees to be planted must deal with housing
and other human disturbances.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Paul Buck, the City Forester, who stated that the new
ordinance would allow a reasonable administration of trees on new properties just being
developed.
Commissioner Oja inquired whether the City has a list of acceptable trees for
reforestation in the area.
City Forester Buck replied that no such list has been established because each area is
too different to say that you can only plant certain kinds of trees. The proposed
Ordinance would limit the trees to any of those which are capable of growing in the
area.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Karen Christofferson, Public Policy Director of the
Builder's Association of the Twin Cities. Ms. Christofferson confirmed that
developers and builders are uniformly interested in tree preservation, since the trees
hold great value for them as an attraction for potential clients.
One concern that builders have is that of assuring tree preservation once a development
is sold. To that end, they have wondered if it would not be possible to put in a
covenant in their contracts so that home buyers would be obligated to protect trees.
One possibility they have considered would be to obligate home buyers to plant a
certain number and/or kind(s) of trees during the first certain number of months of
occupancy.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mark Anderson from Lundgren Brothers.
Mr. Anderson stated that the proposed Ordinance is well drafted and staff has done a
good job, but he has some minor comments. He considers it vital that there be some
flexibility so that developers and builders can do what they have to do. He also is
concerned with the absolute clarity of terms in which the Ordinance is drafted,
especially with regard to where the Ordinance would apply. These matters are key to
making this a good Ordinance for all interested parties.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Bill Pritchard of the Orrin Thompson Homes.
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Mr. Pritchard stated that their firm agrees with the Ordinance as it is proposed but
wants some allowance made for trees which are removed in compliance with Federal,
State, County or Municipal Regulations controlling wetlands, etc.
Commissioner Preus noted that the developers that appear at Commission meetings are
reasonable people who have shown an interest in the preservation of trees.
Nevertheless, he asked, what about the developers that have shown virtually no interest
in preservation? Can we build safeguards into the Ordinance so that they aren't free to
destroy all of the trees.
Director Hurlburt noted that Staff will present a preliminary report to the Commission
before the public hearing.
B. PRESENTATION ON STREET DESIGN
Director Hurlburt announced that at the next meeting of the Planning Commission there
will be a presentation about street design. A special schedule may be necessary to
accommodate that presentation.
MOTION by Commissioner Preus, seconded by Commissioner Black, to adjourn.
Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED unanimously.
MEETING ADJOURNED at 9:07 p.m.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
July 26, 1995
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Mike Stulberg, Commissioners Virginia Black,
Christian Preus, Allen Ribbe, Linda Oja and Saundra
Spigner
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Barb Stimson
STAFF PRESENT: Director Anne Hurlburt, Planning Supervisor Barbara
Senness, Senior Planner John Keho, Planner Shawn Drill,
and Planning Secretary Susan Vasquez
1. CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Stulberg called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
2. PUBLIC FORUM: None.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Chairman Stulberg proposed modifying the order of the Agenda to accommodate the
guest speaker, Mr. Walter Kulash, who gave a presentation on Street Design (item 7-A).
The Agenda was so modified, allowing Mr. Kulash to speak prior to presentation of the
staff reports and discussion corresponding to items 6-C and 7-B.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
MOTION by Commissioner Preus, seconded by Commissioner Black, to approve the
Minutes of the June 28, 1995 with the following corrections: On page 142, in the third
paragraph from bottom of the page, the phrase "...and movement of trees", should read
"...and movement of buildings". MOTION CARRIED unanimously.
5. _CONSENT AGENDA: No items presented.
6. STAFF REPORTS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. SHANNON AND LINDA TERRY (95070):
Chairman Stulberg introduced a request from Shannon and Linda Terry for a PUD Plan
Amendment for property located at 4210 Xenium Lane North to allow construction of a
deck which would exceed five percent lot coverage.
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Planner Drill gave an overview of the July 17, 1995 Staff report.
Commissioner Oja, inquired about the minimum lot size for this zoning area, and the age
of the dwelling.
Planner Drill responded that the PUD is guided LA3, which is not typically for single
family dwellings. The density allowed in this classification would be from 5 to 8 units
per acre. Nevertheless, this particular area was developed at much less than the permitted
density. The lot has a total area of about 12,500 square feet, and the home was built in
1993.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Shannon Terry, the Petitioner, who briefly described
his petition.
Commissioner Oja asked if the Terry's would be doing additional landscaping.
Mr. Terry responded affirmatively.
MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Spigner, to approve the
PUD Plan Amendment for the property located at 4210 Xenium Lane North to allow
construction of a deck which will exceed five percent lot coverage, subject to the
conditions recommended by Staff.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the motion. 6 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED unanimously, and
will be considered at the August 15, 1995 meeting of the City Council.
B. CHRISTOPHER SWANSON (95071):
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request of Christopher Swanson for approval of an
Amended PUD Plan and Conditional Use Permit to allow construction of a deck at
15110 -42nd Avenue North, which would extend 5.3 feet into the required side yard.
Planner Drill gave an overview of the Staff report dated July 17, 1995.
Commissioner Oja asked about the size of the lot, and the year of construction of the
dwelling.
Director Hurlburt stated that the lot appears to be about 12,000 to 13,000 square feet.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Christopher Swanson, the Petitioner.
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In response to Commissioner Oja's questions, Mr. Swanson said that the area of his lot is
just under 13,000 square feet, and that the house was built in 1987. Mr. Swanson added
that he purchased the home in 1992.
Mr. Swanson noted that the survey of his property on record at City Hall, copy of which
he obtained prior to designing the project, was not correct. He had a surveyor prepare an
"as -built" survey, on which he based his design and petition.
Chairman Stulberg recognized Mr. Peter Trettel of 15120 -42nd Avenue North, neighbor
immediately to the west of the Swanson property. Mr. Trettel expressed concern for the
negative impact which the proximity of Mr. Swanson's new deck and patio would have
on the resale value and marketability of his home. He requested the Planning
Commission to deny Mr. Swanson's application on that basis, and inquired whether or not
Mr. Swanson had considered the alternative of building the deck on the opposite side of
his house, where he has greater yard space available.
Chairman Stulberg responded that the Planning Commission does not concern itself with
housing value nor with marketability of homes. With regard to Mr. Swanson's having
considered an alternate location for his deck, Chairman Stulberg deferred to the
Petitioner.
Mr. Swanson noted that he had considered alternatives for his deck project design, but
that placing the deck on the other side of the house was not a feasible option due to the
floor plan of his home. With regard to the proximity of his new deck and patio to his
neighbor's existing deck, Mr. Swanson noted that his deck would be at least fifteen feet
away.
Staff noted that Mr. Trettel's primary objections were to the Swanson patio (designed for
the rear yard of the Swanson home), the construction of which does not require an
amendment of the PUD.
Commissioner Oja asked Mr. Swanson whether the landscaping, shown on the drawing
as being close to the new deck currently existed, or would it be added on as part of the
project.
Mr. Swanson clarified that many of the trees shown in the back yard were planted some
time ago, but some other features, such as lilac bushes along the side of the deck, would
be added as a part of the current deck construction project.
MOTION by Commissioner Oja, seconded by Commissioner Preus, to approve the
Amended PUD Plan and Conditional Use Permit to allow the construction of a deck that
would extend 5.3 feet into the required side yard, subject to the conditions as outlined in
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the Resolution.
Chairman Stulberg called for discussion on the motion.
Commissioner Oja commented that with the new smaller lot sizes being allowed in many
new developments, and given the tendency to build houses larger so that they fill a
greater percentage of the total lot, in the near future the Commission might find itself
being presented with an increasing number of requests to build decks which are too large
given the percentage of the total lot which remains without constructions.
Director Hurlburt stated that only a very small percentage of the deck permits issued by
the City annually involve some variance. Furthermore, the vast majority of the variances
are so minor that they can be handled under the Administrative Procedure established for
that purpose. Very few cases actually reach the Planning Commission for consideration.
Chairman Stulberg added that since this case involves a PUD, it must be considered by
the Commission. The modification in procedures made about two years ago relieves the
Commission of dealing with so many cases. The majority of cases can now be handled
by Staff under approved Administrative Procedures, or require a review by the Board of
Zoning.
Chairman Stulberg closed discussion.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the motion. 6 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED unanimously, and
will be considered at the August 15, 1995 meeting of the City Council.
7. NEW BUSINESS:
A. PRESENTATION ON STREET DESIGN
(1) INTRODUCTION OF SPEAKER
Chairman Stulberg introduced Senior Planner Keho. Senior Planner Keho stated that
several months ago the City Council directed Staff to study possible alternatives to the
current designs of City streets with an eye toward increasing the City's "livability" factor.
The invitation to the guest speaker, Mr. Walter Kulash, reflects the Staffs interest in
learning more about his innovative proposals regarding street design. Mr. Kulash is in
the Twin Cities area to address the Sensible Land Use Coalition precisely on the
important subject of "Livable Streets".
Mr. Walter Kulash, continued Senior Planner Keho, is a licensed professional engineer,
and Principal Senior Transportation Planner with Glatting, Jackson, Kercher, Anglin,
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L6pez & Rinehart, an Orlando based community planning firm. Mr. Kulash's twenty
years of engineering experience have been in traffic planning for new private
developments, planning public street systems, and developing public transit in numerous
different cities throughout the U.S.
(2) PRESENTATION ON STREET DESIGN
Mr. Walter Kulash stated that the mainstay of his work is to design streets from a
different perspective. The traditional American street is 24 -feet wide, however most
engineering efforts in recent decades have been dedicated to building ever wider streets,
with an increasingly high speed design. Mr. Kulash does not approach street design from
a traffic point of view, but from a "livability" perspective. Some key assumptions on
which his work is based contradict the engineering "truisms" of modern street design.
Despite the generally accepted ideas among traffic engineers, Mr. Kulash stated that:
Bigger streets are NOT necessarily better ones.
There is no economy of scale in building wider, flatter, bigger streets for heavy traffic
flow at high design speeds.
A dense network of smaller, narrower streets designed for lower speeds can carry just
as much traffic as a larger one, but with -a much more pleasant atmosphere, and much
less stress on the driver.
The main idea is to seize back from automobiles some of the concessions that we have
made to it over the years. This means making smaller streets, narrower, with trees along
side and on -street parking.
Today, even though many cities find the idea attractive, the necessary modifications in
street design go against traditional zoning codes and ordinances. Therefore, cities find
that they must rethink their zoning codes, promoting diversity of development (in the
case of cities which do not already have it), to promote their vitality and assure continued
growth and continued attractiveness of the cities to all parties concerned.
Boulder, Colorado and Portland, Oregon are two forerunners in the development of
revised street standards which will serve as a model for other cities. Liability and public
safety objections are being met and dealt with, just as they can be in other locations.
A goal of rethinking the design of streets, according to Mr. Kulash, is that within the
individual citizen's driving range (i.e., the local streets on which he or she drives to make
six of eight to ten car trips made by car from their house on a given day) be as restful,
attractive, and "livable" as possible, allowing the citizen to avoid arterial streets except on
occasions when he or she is going a great distance.
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To achieve this, some cities --like Olympia, Washington --have decided to open access to
formerly "closed" neighborhoods by building additional connecting streets. These cities
are rediscovering what they want, and what they should write into the codes to obtain that
goal. They are paying a great deal of attention to tree cover and other landscaping
matters. Their motto as they proceed with this plan: "Trip quality is better on narrower
but more attractive streets."
To assure the support of the public for these changes, cities have found that informational
campaigns are essential. Cities must remember:
Tell me, I'll forget.
Show me, I'll remember.
Involve me, I'll understand.
The close involvement of the citizens in the program to radically change street design will
assure their cooperation.
For the City of Plymouth, Mr. Kulash recommended setting a long-term goal of
conserving that slightly rural atmosphere that still exists in most areas. To achieve that,
the City should decide exactly what appearance it wants to attain, then update its
ordinances accordingly. A number of acceptable street designs should be designated, as
well as acceptable standards of signage, speed bumps, "round -abouts", etc., to reduce the
speed of traffic while making the drive a more pleasant one.
Chairman Stulberg thanked Mr. Kulash, and declared a ten minute break in the meeting.
Chairman Stulberg called the meeting to order again at 10:15 p.m.
6. STAFF REPORTS AND PUBLIC HEARINGS (continued):
C. CITY OF PLYMOUTH/ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT FOR TREE
PRESERVATION (95058):
Chairman Stulberg introduced a request from the City of Plymouth for a Zoning
Ordinance Text Amendment to add provisions for tree preservation.
Director Hurlburt gave an overview of the staff report, focusing on some questions and
recommendations which arose from informal hearings with developers, and in previous
discussions with the Planning Commission. She also presented Chairman Stulberg and
the members of the Planning Commission with a letter from Ms. Karen Christofferson in
representation of the Builders Association of the Twin Cities.
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After doing further research on the matter of tree preservation, Staff now suggests several
changes in the Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment as it was initially discussed with the
Planning Commission. The suggested changes include:
1. The tree preservation threshold for non-residential areas should be reduced from
33% to 25% to be more realistic.
2. Requirements for replacing/reimbursing trees removed should not include trees
removed because of City requirements for storm water treatment ponds, public
trails or sidewalks, and right-of-way for streets classified as major collectors or as
minor or major arterials.
3. Reforestation off site, but within the City of Plymouth, should be allowed.
4. The Ordinance would not apply to lots of record, to projects with approval within
the last two years, to applications submitted to the City, or to sites that have
undergone substantial improvements, prior to the date of adoption. Similar
language was employed successfully in the Wetland Preservation Ordinance.
5. Procedures for amending tree preservation plans should be added. Staff would
have some leeway to approve minor changes in reforestation plans once they have
been approved. This flexibility would facilitate enforcement of the Ordinance.
6. A change concerning financial guarantees would require a guarantee only for
reforestation plans or, if needed, to assure preservation of trees needed to meet
the thresholds specified in the Ordinance.
If the Planning Commission is in agreement with these, and other minor proposed
modifications to the draft Tree Preservation Ordinance, Staff would present the matter to
the City Council during their next regular meeting on August 15, 1995.
Congratulating Staff for having done an excellent job in putting together the draft Tree
Preservation Ordinance and these final recommended modifications, Chairman Stulberg
opened the floor for questions and discussion.
Commissioner Preus requested Director Hurlburt to further explain the reason for
reducing the tree preservation threshold from 33% to 25% for non-residential
developments.
Director Hurlburt stated that an examination of existing conditions in non-residential
developments in the City revealed that, in most cases, 75% of the land is already
occupied with the buildings, parking lots and other structures. Considering that fact,
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perhaps even the 25% threshold will turn out to be overly optimistic.
Commissioner Preus further asked whether the phrase "if no appropriate space found for
reforesting..." refers to on the lot itself.
Director Hurlburt responded affirmatively.
Commissioner Black inquired how many trees would' be affected by removing the
requirement to replace trees which are removed due to city requirements, such as for bike
paths, etc.
Director Hurlburt responded that she believed there would not be many.
Commissioner Oja inquired whether it would not be preferable to remove NURP ponds
from the exception to having to replace trees.
Director Hurlburt expressed her disagreement, manifesting that Staff had studied the
matter carefully.
Planning Supervisor Senness added that because of the restrictions placed on developer
by nature itself, developers have little discretion regarding the placement of NURP ponds.
Staff considers that developers should not be punished for things outside of their control.
Commissioner Oja stated that excepting NURP ponds would lead to the destruction of
more trees. How, she asked, would the City deal with that?
Director Hurlburt stated that not all sites will be equally impacted. Furthermore, she
added, the City could --now or at a later date --decide to reduce the percentage of trees
which can be destroyed before developer is required to reforest.
Chairman Stulberg opened the Public Hearing, recognizing Mr. Mark Anderson of
Lundgren Brothers.
Mr. Anderson stated that he was pleased to see Staff had made some modifications in
Tree Preservation Ordinance Amendment in line with builders' recommendations.
Nevertheless, he stated, builders still have issues, such as the correct threshold for
determining a tree to be "important", and the ratio of reforestation.
Mr. Anderson inquired whether, if the preliminary PUD plan would only be good for 2
years, and the builder were unable to finish the final plat within that period, if the final
plat would then be obligated to comply with new rules.
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Director Hurlburt noted that, as with the Wetlands Ordinance, if a significant portion of
the project had already been.completed, the project would be exempted from the new
requirements.
Chairman Stulberg recognized Ms. Karen Christofferson, representative of the Builders
Association of the Twin Cities (BATC).
Ms. Christofferson congratulated Staff on their excellent work in developing the Tree
Preservation Ordinance. She emphasized that the BATC greatly appreciates Staffs
efforts in developing a close rapport with builders which led to a constructive interchange
of ideas, assuring understanding and compromise on both sides. Nevertheless, the
builders urge that the City exclude NURP ponds, trails, etc. from the reforestation
requirement because they are beyond the control of builders. They also suggest that
builders complying with the new Ordinance may find themselves over -reforesting
because of the 1:1.25 ratio of replacement. Therefore, the BATC suggests that the ratio
be changed to 1:1.
Chairman Stulberg asked Staff why the ratio of 1:1.25 was being recommended.
City Forester Paul Buck responded that the ratio is a compromise, and would put the City
in the middle range of requirements made by other cities.
Commissioner Oja inquired where trees would be reforested.
Commissioner Preus added his query regarding the definition of"an appropriate location"
for reforesting.
City Forester Buck replied that the matter must be determined on a case-by-case basis,
since the reply is not always obvious.
Commissioner Preus asked for Staffs comments regarding the flexibility that builders
have in locating NURP ponds in their developments.
Director Hurlburt stated that the choice is not always flexible, but rather based on
topography and engineering standards.
Commissioner Preus asked why there would be no distinction between hardwoods and
softwoods.
City Forester Buck stated that it was hard to justify a differentiation between hard and
softwood for purposes of tree preservation.
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Commissioner Black queried whether NURP ponds could be deeper rather than cover a
larger area and still meet City requirements.
Director Hurlburt responded that it is sometimes possible, but that depends on the pond's
capacity to treat water.
Chairman Stulberg closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Spigner, seconded by Commissioner Preus, to approve the
Amendment to Chapter 5 of the City Code and the City's Zoning Ordinance to promote
tree preservation, subject to the changes proposed by Staff as discussed in the Staff
Report of July 20, 1995.
Chairman Stulberg opened the floor to discussion.
MOTION by Commissioner Oja, seconded by Commissioner Black, to remove the
NURP ponds from the exception recommended by Staff in item number 4 in the staff
report, which reads: "All significant trees on the development site shall be included in
the above calculations, except trees to be removed from the following areas: storm water
treatment ponds, public trails or sidewalks, and right-of-way for streets classified major
collectors or as minor or major arterials."
Commissioner Preus stated that it would be unfair to make builders pay for reforesting an
area that they must, through no fault of their own, dedicate as a NURP pond.
Commissioner Ribbe added that to do so would create a double jeopardy situation which
would be unfair.
Commissioner Oja insisted that builders should take into account the need to build NURP
ponds just as they do other legal requirements for their projects. If they have to remove
trees to make that pond, they should be responsible for reforestation the same as they
would be with trees removed to construct other aspects of the project.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the motion. 2 Ayes (Black, Oja), 4 Nays (Preus, Spigner, Ribbe,
Stulberg). MOTION FAILED 2 votes to 4.
MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Oja, to modify the ratio
of reforestation from 1:1.25 to 1:0.5 in the case of trees removed for NURP ponds.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the motion. 2 Ayes (Black, Oja), 4 Nays (Preus, Spigner, Ribbe,
Stulberg). MOTION FAILED 2 votes to 4.
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Commissioner Oja noted for the record that she opposes excepting NURP ponds from the
reforestation requirement.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the MAIN MOTION. 6 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED
unanimously, and will be considered at the August 15, 1995 meeting of the City Council.
7. NEW BUSINESS (continued):
B. TAX INCREMENT FINANCING FOR TIF (REDEVELOPMENT) DISTRICT
NO. 7-4, PLYMOUTH TECHNOLOGY PARK PROJECT
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request of the Community Development Department to
create a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district for the Plymouth Technology Park project
located on the northwest corner of Schmidt Lake Road & Highway 494.
Director Hurlburt presented the Staff report of July 24, 1995, summarizing the
background of this project and the justifications for proposing TIF assistance to carry it
out.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the PUBLIC HEARING since there was no one
present to speak on the matter.
MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Spigner, that the TIF
Plan for Tax Increment Financing Redevelopment District 7-4 (Plymouth Technology
Park Project) is found to be in conformance with the general plan for the development
and redevelopment of the City of Plymouth as a whole.
ROLL CALL VOTE on the motion. 6 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED unanimously, and
will be considered at the August 15, 1995 meeting of the City Council.
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MOTION by Commissioner Spigner, seconded by Commissioner Black, to adjourn.
Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED unanimously.
MEETING ADJOURNED at 11:10 p.m.
. CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
August 9, 1995
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Mike Stulberg, Commissioners Barb Stimson,
Virginia Black, Allen Ribbe, Linda Oja and Saundra
Spigner
MEMBERS ABSENT: Christian Preus.
STAFF PRESENT: Planning Supervisor Barbara Senness, Planner Shawn
Drill, Planning Secretary Susan Vasquez
1. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m.
2. Public Forum: None.
3. Approval of -Agenda: Approved unanimously.
MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe, to approve the
Minutes of the July 12, 1995 meeting with the following correction: Commissioner
Stimson requested that paragraph 4, page 148, be verified against the tape of the
Planning Commission meeting of that date and corrected if so indicated.
5. Consent Agenda: None.
Chairman Stulberg presented the request of Forward Technology Industries, Inc., for a
Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Amendment to allow the installation of a safety
storage building at 13500 County Road 6.
Planner Drill gave an overview of the July 28, 1995 staff report, in which Staff
recommends approval of the request subject to the six conditions detailed in the draft
Resolution.
Commissioner Ribbe inquired whether the Fire Department had expressed a concept on
the petition, and exactly what kind of solvents which would be stored at the facility.
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Planner Drill deferred to the petitioner's respresentative with to regard to the kinds of
solvents which will be kept in the safety storage building. With respect to the
involvement of the Fire Department in reviewing the petitioner's plans, Planner Drill
confirmed that they had made a preliminary review of the plans. Furthermore, he
added, when Forward Technologies presents an application for a building permit, the
Fire Department will do a much more thorough evaluation.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Haden Shipman, representing Forward Technology
Industries, Inc.
Mr. Shipman stated that he personally heads up the project for setting up an outside
safety storage facility for Forward Technology. In that capacity, he and other Forward
Technology personnel, have done a great deal of research about the specifications, and
possible safety measures.
In response to Commissioner Ribbe's question, Mr. Shipman stated that solvents to be
stored in the outside safety storage facility are mainly class one solvents, including
alcohol, mineral spirits, and some cleaning fluids.
Chairman Stulberg asked whether the petitioner would require permission from other
governmental agencies, such as the EPA, etc., to store chemicals outside.
Mr. Shipman responded that to the best of his knowledge no such permission was
required.
Planner Drill added that if there were such a requirement it would have to be
contemplated in the State Codes.
Mr. Shipman added that the main concern in the case of any chemical storage is that of
containment. The building that Forward Technologies proposes installing has been
ordered with a much larger than standard containment pan.
Chairman Stulberg inquired whether the pallets for drum storage would also have some
form of containment.
Mr. Shipman replied that the pallets do not require such containment because the
building itself is designed to be fully self-contained.
Commission Spigner noted that the petitioner's design included a variety of options for
fire control and safety. Which of these options will actually be employed in the final
project?
Mr. Shipman stated that Forward Technologies plans to incorporate fire alarms as well
as a dual fire suppression system (involving the use of a dry chemical system backed up
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by a sprinkler system) in the building. Nevertheless, any final decision on this matter
would clearly be influenced by any input from the Fire Marshall during the period of
permit approval.
Commissioner Oja inquired whether the building would have a special ventilating
system.
The building, stated Mr. Shipman, is self -ventilated. Nevertheless, Forward
Technologies will be adding a heating system since one of the solvents to be stored
freezes at 42 degrees Fahrenheit. It will also have air-conditioning.
Commissioner Ribbe noted that the storage of some chemicals on hot summer days
could represent a far greater potential risk than the chemical which freezes at 42
degrees. What kind of control will the air-conditioning system offer for the storage
building?
Mr. Shipman stated that the system would be similar to the furnace/central air
conditioner combination found in many homes. It will allow Forward Technologies to
maintain a fairly constant temperature, within a safe range, throughout the year.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public Hearing since no members of the
public requested to speak.
MOTION by Commissioner Black, seconded by Commissioner Spigner, to approve the
petition for Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan Amendment to install a safety storage
building on the property located at 13500 County Road 6, subject to the conditions
recommended by Staff and detailed in the draft resolution.
Planning Supervisor noted that many of the concerns expressed by members of the
Commission will be addressed by the Fire Code, and resolved when building permits
are applied for.
Chairman Stulberg added that if there were any doubt about the safety of the storage
facility at any time, the City could revoke the Conditional Use Permit.
ROLL CALL VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED unanimously, and will pass to
the City Council for consideration in the meeting of September 5, 1995.
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Chairman Stulberg presented the petition of Puddle Jumpers Child Care Center for a
Conditional Use Permit to allow a child care center at Plymouth Covenant Church.
Planner Drill presented an overview of the July 28, 1995 staff report, which
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recommends approval of the petition subject to ten conditions detailed in the
Resolution.
Chairman Stulberg introduced the Petitioner, Rhonda Doyle.
Ms. Doyle briefly described the project, emphasizing that during the first year Puddle
Jumpers Child Care Center will function exclusively as an infant care center, with
approximately 14 toddlers. Depending on their initial success, she and her associate,
co -petitioner Melanie Welton, will increase the number of toddlers and phase in a
latch -key program during the second year of functioning.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Co -petitioner Melanie Welton, asking her if she wished
to contribute any additional information.
Ms. Welton declined.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public Hearing since no members of the
public requested to speak.
MOTION by Commissioner Spigner, seconded by Commissioner Black, to approve the
Conditional Use Permit for the functioning of a Child Care Center in Plymouth
Covenant Church, subject to the ten conditions recommended by Staff and detailed in
the draft Resolution.
Commissioner Oja requested a clarification of the term "required yard" in the fifth
condition recommended by Staff.
Planner Drill stated that the term refers to the required set -backs.
ROLL CALL VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED unanimously, and will pass to
the City Council for consideration on August 15, 1995.
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Planning Supervisor Senness announced that Staff may present some initial findings
from their study on street design may be presented as a main discussion item at the next
meeting.
In that regard, Commissioner Oja stated that the presentation on street design by Mr.
Walter Kulash at the Planning Commission meeting of July 26, 1995 was excellent.
She hopes to see several of his ideas incorporated into the final proposals that Staff will
eventually present.
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B. Possibility of Obtaining State Grant for Ice Arena Construction:
Commissioner Ribbe stated that he hoped the City was pursuing the possibility of
obtaining a grant to assist with the construction of an ice arena. These grants, he
noted, were authorized under the "Mighty Ducks Amendment" to State Law. To the
best of his knowledge, Commissioner Ribbe added, . the neighboring city of Maple
Grove already has such an arena project.
7. Old Business: None.
8. Adjournment:
MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Black, to close the
meeting.
VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION CARRIED unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.
Plymouth Human Rights Commission ��qj
September 7 19
p 95
Minutes
Present: Gary Anderson, Ginny Clark, Jackie Fraedrich, Earl Peterson, Mitzi Heath
Laurie Levi, Harvey Guttmann, Claudelle Carruthers, Assistant City
Manager Kathy Lueckert
Excused: Rebecca Ribich, Bill Dix
Absent: Lisa Memberr
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:35 PM by Ms. Lueckert.
Introductions
Gary Anderson, Ward 2 representative, and Mitzi Heath, Ward 3 representative
introduced themselves and told about their interests in the Human Rights Commission.
The other members of the Commission also introduced themselves.
Approval of Minutes
The minutes of the August meeting were approved as presented.
Old Business
A. Autumn Arts Festival. Ms. Lueckert distributed a sign up list for staffing the
HRC table at the Autumn Arts Festival on September 16. Harvey Guttmann will pick up
the supply box on Friday September 15. SHARC will also have information, and Fred
Tenfingers of SHARC will display his crafts.
Claudelle Carruthers arrived at 7:50 PM.
B. 1995 Work Plan Review. Laurie Levi distributed some written thoughts on the
work plan, which are attached to the minutes. Laurie discussed her ideas on what areas
the HRC should focus. Ms. Levi stated that she felt that the Commission must make a
decision on whether or not it will provide mediation services. She stated that although she
has received mediation training, she would be uncomfortable in a mediation situation right
now because she has had no opportunity to use the skills.
Jackie Fraedrich stated that she feels that the HRC must be in a position to
respond to incidents of discrimination, and this may necessarily include providing
mediation. She feels this is a core function of the Commission. Mitzi Heath stated that
without publicity, the Commission will not receive any requests for mediation, but if the
Commission is not prepared to provide mediation then publicity might not be a good idea.
Earl Peterson talked about the more formal requirements for mediation, and that
mediation should be the final step in conflict resolution prior to the legal system.
Claudelle Carruthers stated that she has spent some time researching human rights issues
in Plymouth which have appeared in the Star Tribune over the years. She stated that she
has found much information, and that once the Commission publicizes the availability of
mediation services that folks will request it.
Gary Anderson shared a brochure from his work which explains steps to resolve
problems and issues. He suggested that the Commission might want to investigate doing
something similar, given that mediation is near the end of the problem resolution process.
The Commission had general discussion about the steps leading to mediation, and that the
Commission may have a role in helping to resolve problems or to point folks in the right
direction. Ms. Lueckert indicated that many of the problems which come to the attention
of city staff have their origins in the reluctance of people to talk to their neighbors about
issues that concern them. People tend to make an official complaint and get the city
involved rather than try to resolve the problem themselves. She stated that the
Commission could have a positive impact in focusing on problem resolution skills.
Claudelle Carruthers stated that providing mediation could be a springboard for other
education efforts, but that the Commission needs to make a decision on mediation.
Gary Anderson moved, seconded by Claudelle Carruthers, that the Plymouth
Human Rights Commission offer mediation services. The motion carried.
Ginny Clark moved, seconded by Claudelle Carruthers, that the Human
Rights Commission develop and implement a public information strategy which
emphasizes problem solving, conflict resolution, and mediation services, and use a
variety of media to communicate this message. The motion carried.
Claudelle Carruthers asked that Commission members divide into two groups.
The first group (Gary Anderson, Mitzi Heath, Earl Peterson, and Jackie Fraedrich) will
focus on the problem resolution process prior to mediation. The second group (Harvey
Guttmann, Laurie Levi, and Ginny Clark) will focus on the communications strategy.
Claudelle asked that members submit their input to her, Rebecca Ribich, or Kathy
Lueckert prior to the next meeting. Claudelle will make available to all members her
research on issues in Plymouth.
For Information
Claudelle Carruthers briefly discussed the information items. Mitzi Heath and
Claudelle Carruthers will attend the League of Minnesota Human Rights Commissions
state conference on September 23.
Earl Peterson expressed thanks to Laurie Levi for her written work on the work
plan. The other HRC members also thanked Laurie for her work.
The meeting adjourned at 9:10 PM.
T, -?d
TO: HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION
FROM: LAURIE LEVI
CORE MISSION & FUNCTION:
Mediation: We either need to provide mediation as a commission or make this decision to refer cases
out to a mediation center. If we want to provide mediation ourselves, our commissioners need to be
trained and need to participate in continuing education. I went through the training in November 1994,
and I'm not sure how comfortable I would feel trying to mediate a case nine months after the training.
If we decide to go ahead and provide mediation and keep our training current, I would be happy to be a
mediator for the commission.
Question: Is mediation an important core function of the commission? This is a very concrete function
and one of the original City Council `charges' for the Commission. It is also a function that could be
easily referred to an outside mediation service. The state has also implemented a fee, $25 year, for
individuals and organizations to be on the statewide ADR roster.
Crisis Intervention: We need to go ahead and approve a plan - even if it is just the steps to be taken in
case a crisis arises. It doesn't need to be perfect or to reflect all possible contingencies - but I think we
need to have this.
INTERNAL COMMUNICATION & EDUCATION:
Speaker's Bureau: Identify what we want, whom we want, where they'd potentially speak. I would
help recruit volunteers and set this up; hopefully through the City of Plymouth Volunteer Department. I
think a Speaker's Bureau would provide an important education and awareness function.
Needs assessment: This is something we could use but it goes beyond our capabilities right now.
Long -Range Planning: Let's focus on short-range planning now.
EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION & EDUCATION:
Develop Public Information: Our only public information piece is the brochure. Other pieces to
consider might be developing fact sheets and arranging for an article in the Plymouth News or the
Plymouth Sun -Sailor. I would work on this.
Develop and implement a public information dissemination strategy: What information do we
want to present to the public and how do we want to get it there? We need to answer these questions as
a commission.
Develop a business outreach plan: We had discussed planning an event for the business community in
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honor of Martin Luther King Day. I still think this is a good idea but I also think it will be a lot of
work. This would be the kind of event we might want to see if we can cosponsor with a group like
Twin West. I could help with a project like this but I couldn't be the person in charge.
Implement a business outreach program: This should be a goal for 1996.
Develop a Human Rights Calendar for 1996: I'm not sure what we meant by this. Did we mean a
literal calendar or just the listing of projects for 1996?
Prepare 1995 Annual Report: These are the things I think should wind up being on our list of
accomplishments for 1995:
• Mediation Plan
• Crisis Intervention Plan
• Human Rights Commission Brochure
• League of Women Voters Forum
• Music in Plymouth
• Arts in the Park
• Gun Play Co -Sponsor
COMMUNITY PROJECTS & ACTIVITIES
Participate in League of Women Voters forum - Completed.
Monitor legislation on school desegregation and develop response, as needed - I don't know what
is going on in this area.
Tie in with existing community events to distribute information: I think this is what we have tried
to do to some extent. It would be helpful if we could learn about other community events where we
could distribute our brochures and any other literature we might produce. It would be an easy way to
make information available to the public.
Work with Student Human Rights groups in the four school districts: I think we need to establish
relationships with the school districts first. We might want to focus on one district and see if we can
develop a relationship and recruit students as volunteers to help with projects like a Martin Luther King
Day business breakfast or as speaker's within their schools.
Tap into school activities: This is an area where our school district representatives could keep us
informed.
Begin planning for Community Roundtables: I would like to see this, or an off shoot of this idea, as
a 1996 project. We could work with existing small groups within the community like the neighborhood
watch groups to facilitate a project in conjunction with either National Night Out or Turn Off the
Violence Day.
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Cftb�`fftu'st fill out service
delivery surve byN
ov y
ities with a population of effective and efficient cities
more than 5,000 will provide services with measur-
soon have to fill out a legislative able results.
service delivery survey. Legislators hope to provide a
Mayors can expect the sur- data base which justifies the
vey, mandated by the Subcom- continued need for LGA/HACA
mittee on Local Government and to prove a need for pos-
Aid and Service Delivery, by k sible increases in the future.
.mid-September.,:.,,,.t ': They are also looking for"spe-
The subcommit cial needs" to justify
teewasformedto higher levels of aid
track what com- to various cities.
munities are do-
FLegislation dealing
ing with their Lo- with aid distribution
cal Government or combining LGA
Aid (LGA) and
Homestead and
Agricultural
and HACA will most
likely result from the
study.
Credit Aid The committee
(HACA).
The questionnaire will require
an in-depth discussion of po-
lice and street services plus
one other service from a list of
five. There is significant effort
to determine if there is or has
been an attempt to consolidate
or cooperate with other entities
to provide these services.
In addition, the questions will
attempt to determine how cost
consists of five senators and
five representatives, with Rep.
.Andy Dawkins, DFL -St. Paul,
and Sen. John Hottinger, DFL -
Mankato, serving as co-chairs.
Mayors must complete the the
service delivery surveys by Nov.
1. The committee will then re-
view the data and make recom-
mendations to the legislature
by Feb. 1, 1996. p
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t publication time,
the AMM and LMC
are scheduled to move to
the new building at the
corner of Rice and Uni-
versity Friday, Oct. 13.
However, since the
building will not be com-
pletely finished, AMM will
temporarily be housed on
the fourth floor until
completion of our first -
floor space in November.
Stay tuned for member
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tion Grant ProgramContam�na revised
$14.3 million avallable to cities for polluted land clean-up
The 1995 Legislature forthe biennium.
um ed more money Into (2) Grant cycles will be run
P P Y
the Contamination Clean-up semi-annually. Previously,
Grant Program and slightly grantcycles occurred annually.
amended some of its provi- (3) "Clean-up costs" are ex-
sions. -tended to cover the cost of de -
This is good news for metro veloping and implementing a
cities, because now with the response plan. Previously,
additional availability of $6.5 "clean-up cost" only included
million per year beginning in the cost of implementing the
1996 under the Livable Com- response plan.
munities Act, cities can realisti- (4) Response Action Plan
cally obtain the fundsthey need implementation costs incurred
to clean up polluted land in before the grant award can now
their communities. be reimbursed as long as the
Changes made to the Con- grant application was submit-
tamination Grant Clean-up Pro- ted within 180 days of the re -
gram are: sponse action plan being ap-
(1) $7.8 million approppatsd proved by.the Minnesota Pollu-
tion Control Agency (MPCA).
(5) The municipality has to
pay for at least one-half of the
project costs as a local match
under this program.
(6) Applicants from the metro
area must participate in the
Local Housing Incentives Pro-
gram under the Metropolitan
Livable Communities Act to be
eligible for a Contamination
Clean-up Grant.
For more information about
changes to the Contamination
Clean-up Grant Program, con-
tact Meredith Udoibok with the
Department of Trade and Eco-
nomic Development at
297-4132.
AMM standing committees wrapping up debate
With the Policy Adop-
tion Meeting less
than two months away,
AMM's four standing
committees are winding
down and finalizing poli-
cies.
Each committee will meet
once more to make finish-
ing touches to the 1996
policies. The board will
review them before the
membership vote is taken
Nov. 2.
The Revenue
Committee's major discus-
sion has centered around
property tax reform issues.
The Transportation and
General Government Com-
mittee has discussed ways to
influence the legislature to
fund metropolitan transit and
is exploring different funding
mechanisms for policy rec-
ommendation.
Last year, the state funding
level was less than the
amount needed to stay even
and this coupled with federal
cuts is forcing an overall
decrease of 10-15 percent for
regular route transit and
Metro Mobility.
The Housing and Eco-
nomic Development Com-
mittee is attempting to deal
with housing affordability
issues and tools for eco-
nomic development, includ-
ing TIF, while the Metro-
politan Agencies Commit-
tee is focusing its discus-
sion on growth in and
surrounding the metro
area.
O
Transit hearings continue
As reported in the last.
News in Between, a
joint subcommittee of the
House Local and Metropoli-
tan Government and Trans-
portation committees is hold-
ing a series of transit meet-
ings throughout the metro
area.
The subcommittee is seek-
ing testimony concerning
roads, transit and transporta-
tion funding from local offi-
cials, the business community
and the general public within
each subregion of the metro
area.
The first meeting was held
in Minneapolis and concen-
trated on transit in the down-
town area.
A second meeting will be
held at the School District 833
Service Center (School Board
room) in Cottage Grove,' -'
Monday, September 25 from "
6:30-8:30 p.m The commit-
tee would like testimony to
concentrate on the need for
road improvements or transit
in the area.
Additional hearings are,
tentatively scheduled for the
following Mondays:
• Oct. 2 (Coon Rapids)
• Oct. 16 (Hopkins)
• Oct. 30 (Burnsville)
• Nov. 6 (St. Paul) "
Reps. Steve Kelley, DFL -
Hopkins, and Sharon Marko,
DFL -Newport, co-chair the
joint subcommittee. -•Ll
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Dispute resolution
seminars offered
The Minn. Office of
Dispute Resolution
will offerits Effective Nego-
tiation Seminar Sept. 20-
21 and Nov. 8-9.
The two-day seminar is
open to public employees,
elected officials and school
personnel who want to im-
prove their negotiating skills
with colleagues, employ-
ers and the general public.
Class size is limited to 16
and registration is $200.
The seminars will be held
at the New Brighton Family
Service Center. For more
information call Roger Wil-
liams at 296-2633. p
Gov. Carlson unveils report which outlines
newJ oals for sustainable .development
The governor has re-
leased a draft report
which redefines how we
protect the environment and
encourages economic devel-
opment in Minnesota.
The report, "Challenges for
a Sustainable Minnesota,"
draws from the work of the
Minnesota Sustainable De-
velopment Initiative's citizen
teams.
It offers six strategic direc-
tions for achieving the goals
of sustaining Minnesota's
economy, ecosystems and
communities, educating
citizens and organizing insti-
tutions for sustainable devel-
opment. They are:
(1) Aligning Minnesota's
economic incentives and
goals; (2) Understanding what
is environmentally sustain-
able; (3) Integrating natural
resources management; (4)
Advancing sustainable land
use and community develop-
ment policies; (5) Asking
government to take the first
steps; (6) Focusing research
on sustainable development
issues.
Both the AMM Housing and
Met Agencies committees
plan to discuss the sustain-
able development issue.
If you would like a copy of
the report, contact John
Wells, Initiative coordinator at
the Minnesota Environmental
Quality Board, 658 Cedar
Street, St. Paul, MN 55155.
You may also email him at
wells@1 mic.state.mn.us.
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A CLEAN FUELS MINNESOTA CONFERENCE will be
held Tuesday, Oct. 17 at the Earle Brown Heritage Center
in Brooklyn Center. At the day -long conference, partici-
pants will learn about potential benefits of alternative
fuels, hear what groups across the state can do to
advance alternative fuels and be asked to participate in a
working partnership committee of the Clean Fuels Minne-
sota program. For more information, call Lou Clark of the
Department of Public Service at 296-7606.
An ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS FOR MINNESOTA
COMMUNITIES CONFERENCE will be held Thursday,
Nov. 9 from 9:30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m., at the Earle Brown
Continuing Education Center in St. Paul. Sponsored by
the Minnesota Office of Environmental Assistance and
AMM, the conference will showcase cost-effective envi-
ronmental alternatives. For more Information call Paul
Moss at 296-3417 or 1-800-675-3843.
Please reserve Thursday, Nov. 2 for the AMM POLICY
ADOPTION MEETING. it will be held at the Sheraton
Metrodome in Minneapolis. More details will be mailed
closer to the meeting date.
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Thursday of the month at 7p.m.
President:
Joan, Campbell
Vice President.-
Tom
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Past President:
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Legislative Director:
Roger Peterson
Communications Director.,
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-I--P, lyr 6 residents are invited topics from book reviewing to
_ .X01' __in Celebrating the Spirit of wildlife.
Community as the Plymouth Romantics and writers can
Community Library formally discuss the romance novel genre
opens its doors to the public on with several authors including
p 13 Sunday, September 17 from 1 pm Kathleen Eagle, a Plymouth
to 4 pm. resident. Heroes nd Hannv
Studs Terkel will be the Endingshas been set for
featured speaker at the ribbon Monday, September- 18 at 7 pm.
cutting and dedication program... Tales to entertain adults as
_ Books authored by the Pulitzer well as childrenwill be spun by
Prize winner may be purchased at 'Mattie Clark as she talks about
the grand opening. her heritage as an African-
•Refreshment's and a program American. From Af ica to -
C� ❑ designed for children will also be Mississinni toMinnesota: Spell
available. Binding Stories will be presented
Other programs that have Saturday, September 23 at 1.0:30 .
been scheduled for the opening am.'
week offer a wide range of (Please turn to Page 2.)
KIDS
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R Ali Turner will head
N the children's section of
E of the new library in
R Plymouth Plymouth where
a wide variety of printed,
listening and video
materials can be found.
The Easy Bin section
for younger readers -bas books placed
:within easy: grasp of eager fingers.
The children can choose from a wide
variety of materials including
wordless books, fiction books, in
tapes, foreign language. tapes and
videos. A special holiday section will
provide books and.tapes.
Teens will be able to browse, _
through magazines, videos and books =
in their own section:
A CD -ROM -Computer will be
available -for use in the children's
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12pm - 5 pm
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area. Patrons can sign on for 1/2
hour segments. Computer software`
will be available at the reference
desk.
Materials including additional
teen magazines and puppets for the
children are still being sought
through donations and funds offered
by the Friends of the Library.
Computer, literate volunteers are
also needed assistwith compilation
of book lists and other clerical:tasks
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Other programs have been
scheduled throughout the week" and
into October. A complete'list with
brief descriptions of each event as
well as the date and time will be
available at the new Plymouth
Community Library at 15700 36th ,
Avenue` in Plymouth:
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RENOVATIONS FOSTER COLLABORATION
Renovations at the Maple Grove
advised
Community'Library will Create 'an
:Registration well begin Monday,
:exceptionally abundant F&IM
September 18 at the Plymouth .
Stnrvtime Schedule
Community Lt>iraty.
Library staffs'at both Maple_:
Grove and Plymouth Community.. `
FRIENDS UPDATE ..
Iibraries wilCoombirie their efforts to .,
SUMMER CONTESTS -
;,provide patrons with a sufficient
number of sessions for this popular
Winners of the 'doouprizes at the
activity
Fnends 'of the Library booksale are
Sessions -nll be categorized as
"Toddler Storytime," for children • `;'he donated flower arrangement
between 2 and 312'yea-rs old,` =
with vase from Lewis Floral to `
"Preschool Stoiytime," .for children 3
1Viary Alice Reynolds
1/2 to kindergarten age'ana "Bedtime:
: The Green`Mill'certificate to
Storytime,".:for both children and
-Audrey Burmeister
their: facmlies
• .:The Blockbuster Video certificate
The latter session does not require
to Dave Wollan
registration but it is _mandatory' for
bofh`the toddlers and the
The winner of Name That,
preschoolers to be registered to
' , was Jane Barochoff. She .
attendthe session: Attendance is
will receive a library bookbag,
limited so early registration is -,
September 14, 1995
Patrick McDonald
18625 33rd Place N
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. McDonald:
CIN OF
PLYMOUTR
Mayor Tierney has forwarded your letter of September 4 to me for review and comment. As
you are aware, based on the meeting we held at Greenwood Elementary School, the City of
Plymouth is in the process of developing a joint program for the upgrade of the outdoor
facilities and playground there. I recently informed Virginia Clark, the principal at
Greenwood, that the draft capital improvements program (CIP) for the City of Plymouth has
allocated $55,000 for 1996 for this project. The CIP is undergoing its normal review, along
with the development of the City's operating budget for 1996. The Park and Recreation
Advisory Commission has reviewed this subject, and I am quite confident that they will be
recommending this allocation for the Greenwood project in their final draft of the parks CIP.
It is my understanding that the Greenwood PTO will now begin fund raising matching dollars
for this project. Over the winter months, the plans and details of the project will be worked
out, and the work itself will take place at the conclusion of the school year next spring.
Thank you for your time and interest in this matter. If you wish to discuss it further with me,
please do not hesitate to call. I look forward to working with you, other residents of the area,
members of the PTO and the school district on this joint venture.
Sincerely,
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Eric Blank, Director
Parks and Recreation
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Kerry Anderson
Recreation Center/Community Pool
4/26/95
4/26/95
5/2/95
5/4/95
21
Moore
Bradley Kalin
Schmidt Lake Road
5/5/95
5/8/95
5/15/95
5/23/95
22
Moore
Julie Hoyme
Watering restrictions
5/8/95
5/15/95
5/25/95
5/23/95
23
Blank
George Wilson
Fertilizer - Parkers Lake
5/15/95
5/15/95
5/22/95
5/17/95
24
Hurlburt
H.B. Hayden
Letter of Credit requirements
5/15/95
5/15/95
5/25/95
5/23/95
25
Hahn
Mary Jo Asmus
Property Market Value Review
5/18/95
5/19/95
5/30/95
5/23/95
26
Blank
Steven Bernhardt
Ice Arena
5/24/95
5/25/95
6/2/95
5/26/95
27
Moore
Harry Stark
1994 Street Reconstruction Program
5/29/95
6/2/95
6/12/95
6/6/95
28
Moore
Carl Hedberg
Opening of Xenium Lane
5/5/95
6/6/95
6/16/95
7/3/95
29
Hahn
Robert Peterson
Sump pump ordinance
5/29/95
6/6/95
6/16/95
6/8/95
30
Gerdes
Andrew Mackenzie
Speeding violation
7/6/95
7/15/95
7/24/95
7/17/95
31
Blank
George Wilson
Sidewalk/Trail - Carlson Parkway
8/2/95
8/3/95
8/14/95
8/15/95
32
Moore
Kerry Anderson
Highway 55 access
8/8/95
8/8/95
8/18/85
9/6/95
33
Moore
Robert S. Peterson
Sealcoating of Streets in Kingswood
8/14/95
8/14/95
8/24/95
9/6/95
34
Moore
Wayne Fadden
Traffic Signal at Co. Rd 6 & Hwy 101
8/18/95
8/21/95
9/1/95
8/21/95
35
Moore
Althea Blommel
French Drain on 44th Avenue N.
8/30/95
8/30/95
9/13/95
36
Blank
Patrick McDonald
Amberwoods Park
9/6/95
9/6/95
9/20/95
9/14/95
37
Hurlburt
Daryl Tesch
South Shore Drive Trailer Park
9/6/95
9/6/95
9/20/95
38
Moore
Ellen Feuling
Drainage Problems on Weston La.
8/23/95
8/24/95
9/1/95
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WAYZATA/PLYMOUTH AREA CHEMICAL HEALTH COMMISSION
600 RICE STREET • WAYZATA, MINN
September 6, 1995 g,:
Mayor Joy Tierney
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, lMi11 55447
Dear Mayor Tierney:
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The Wayzata -Plymouth Area Chemical Health Commission would like to let you know
what outstanding contributions Public Safety Director Craig Gerdes makes to our
organization. His level of involvement the past three years has had a tremendous impact
on the very successful programs the Commission has undertaken.
We appreciate the importance the City of Plymouth places on working together to ensure
a chemical -free environment for its youngest citizens. Craig's ongoing involvement is an
important key to our continued success.
Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Au�
Maria Vasiliou
Immediate Past Chairperson
cc: Councilmembers
City Manager Dwight Johnson
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SUBJECT: 1995 PARK BOND TRAILS
CITY PROJECT NO. 417
Dear Resident:
The recently approved bond referendum called for the development of 19 segments of
trails throughout the community. Seven of these segments are proposed for
construction in 1995 (see map on back).
In order for inform property owners adjacent to the trail improvements, an information
meeting is being held on Monday, September 18, 1995 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council
Chambers of the Plymouth City Center, 3400 Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth, MN 55447.
If you are unable to attend the information meeting and wish to learn more about the
project, please contact Dan Campbell in the Plymouth Engineering Department at 509-
5522.
Sincerely,
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Daniel K. Campbell
Sr. Engineering Technician
cc: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
Daniel L. Faulkner, City Engineer
Eric Blank, Park and Recreation Director
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Mayor and City Council
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
340v Plyrnouen Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor and Councilmembers:
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Paul R. Beilfuss
Superintendent of Schools
(612) 476-3101
In Fall 1994, District 284, Wayzata Public Schools, initiated a swimming facility research and
study committee to explore the most efficient and effective use of categorical funds to be
allocated from the successful June 1994 bond election. The study committee is composed
of District 284 citizens, administrators, and Mr. Eric Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation,
representing the City of Plymouth. After several meetings, the Committee recommended to
the School Board its interest in pursuing a collaborative effort to fund a swimming facility that
would satisfy school district needs and community interests.
During its regular meeting on September 11, 1995, the School Board directed its Chair and
Superintendent to send you a letter indicating the Board's interest in exploring a collaborative
effort to potentially fund, construct, and operate a public swimming facility which would
respond to our constituents' needs. It is our understanding that the Plymouth City staff will
analyze and respond to this request as soon as feasible. We have enjoyed the spirit of
cooperation you have offered us as we pursue the joint venture of the construction of a new
high school and City of Plymouth Playfield Number 9. We look forward to continuing the
positive collaboration on behalf of all community members.
Yours truly, .
Debra L. Jamro ° cz
Chair, Board of Education
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c: Dwight Johnson, Plymouth City Manager
Eric Blank, Plymouth Parks and Recreation Director
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Paul R. Beilfuss
Superintendent of Schools
District Administrative Offices 210 County Road 101 North P.O. Box 660 Wayzata, MN 55391-9990 FAX 476-3214