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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 12-20-1991CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM DECEMBER 20, 1991 UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.... 1. CITY OFFICES CLOSED -- Wednesday, December 25, and Wednesday, January 1. 2. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR JANUARY: JANUARY 6 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers ------------------------------------------------------- JANUARY 27 6:30 P.M. PLYMOUTH FORUM City Council Chambers 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING City Council Chambers 3. MEETING CALENDARS -- City Center and City Council calendars for January are attached. (M-3) 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM December 20, 1991 Page 2 FOR YOUR INFORMATION..... 1. LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES INSURANCE TRUST (LMCIT) PROPERTY/CASUALTY INSURANCE DIVIDEND -- We have just received a check in the amount of $42,457 from the LMCIT representing the City's 1991 dividend. This is the fifth consecutive dividend which the LMCIT has distributed to its members. Distributions are made based upon the individual member city's gross premiums with the LMCIT, losses of that city, resulting in a distribution formula which rewards lower loss claims. 2. PLYMOUTH SUN -SAILOR ARTICLE CONCERNING SENIOR HOUSING OF DECEMBER 18, 1991 -- Attached is a memorandum from Chuck Dillerud concerning the December 18 article appearing in the Sun -Sailor on the Plymouth Senior Housing. A misquote appears in the article of significant impact. Chuck's memo provides an explanation of the error. The paper will print a correction in its next newspaper. (I- 2) 3. NEW POST OFFICE MEETING -- Thursday morning, Councilmember Vasiliou and I, along with about a dozen other business persons met with postal representatives to discuss the services to be provided at the new Lost Lake Postal Station. The meeting was convened by Larry Dowell, President of the TwinWest Chamber. Representing the Post Office were William Brown, Field Division General Manager; Lee Bullock, Director of City Operations; and Larry Cruse, Manager of Support Services. The meeting was a follow-up due to earlier concerns with regard to the lack of window service at the new postal facility. Mr. Brown and his associates indicated some willingness to compromise on the question of services to be provided, at least to business customers. While no service window is proposed, they did indicate a willingness to accept various types of business mail, including presorted registered and COD, as well as add postage to postage meters. They will also provide to those attending a list of services which would not be provided at this station, as well as agreed to conduct a meeting in the future prior to the opening of the facility with the station manager. The Lost Lake Station, currently under construction, is expected to open in late July or August next year. CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM December 20, 1991 Page 3 4. APPOINTMENT OF ACTING FIRE CHIEF -- I have appointed Assistant Fire Chief David Burke to serve as Acting Fire Chief effective January 1, 1992. Dave serves as the Assistant Fire Chief at Station II, a position he has held since February 1990. He is also a Captain on the Fire Department at the Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport. 5. DALE HAHN RECEIVES AWARD OF FINANCIAL REPORTING ACHIEVEMENT -- We have received word from the Government Financial Officers Association that Dale Hahn has again qualified for the Award of Financial Reporting Achievement based upon the City's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the fiscal year ending December 31, 1990. This is the tenth consecutive year that Plymouth has been a recipient of this prestigious award. 6. COUNCIL POLICY MANUAL -- Joy Tierney and Jon Edson have requested they receive a copy of the Council Policy Manual. The manuals have been assembled and distributed. If any other Councilmember desires a manual, please contact Laurie. 7. DISTRICT 284: FINANCIAL PLAN TO COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION -- A copy of the report is attached. (I-7) 8. MINUTES• a. Plymouth Forum, December 16, 1991. (I -8a) b. Charter Commission, November 18 and December 9, 1991. (I -8b) c. Park and Recreation Advisory Commission, December 12, 1991. (I -8c) d. Bassett Creek Water Management Commission, November 21, 1991. (I -8d) 9. DEPARTMENT REPORTS -- Monthly activity reports for November are attached for: a. Police Department b. Fire Department c. Planning Department 10. RIDERSHIP STATISTICS -- November ridership statistics for the Plymouth Metrolink and Dial -A -Ride transit systems are attached. (I-10) 11. CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE -- Information on calls received on the customer service line is attached. (I-11) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM December 20, 1991 Page 4 12. BZ CORRESPONDENCE -- I have received the following correspondence on Plymouth employees: a. Letter from Mr. and Mrs. Ted Dickmann, commending Officers John Stirratt and Dave Thompson. (I-12) 13. CORRESPONDENCE: a. Letter from Bob Rohlf, Hennepin County Library, providing an excerpt from the Hennepin County Library Board meeting of October 24, 1991 relating to the proposed Plymouth Library. (I -13a) b. Letter from Ivadell Farrell, 1155 Kingsview Lane, to Mayor Bergman, giving input on the new Seniors Housing. (I -13b) c. Letter to Plymouth athletic associations from Mayor Bergman, on the nonresident fee and facility rental rates. (I -13c) d. Memo from Scott Hovet on a residential homestead classification for Harold L. Winterhalter, 18620 Medina Road. (I -13d) e. Letter to William Brown, U.S. Postal Service, from Mayor Bergman, urging the consideration of adding direct customer service at the new Plymouth postal facility. (I -13e) f. Letter of appreciation to Frank Freels, from City Manager, for his service on the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission. (I -13f) g. Letter to panel participants on the January 13 Charter Commmission Forum from Joy Tierney, Charter Commission Chair. (I -13g) h. Letter to Plymouth Historical Society, from Frank Boyles, concerning 1992 funding from the City. (I - 13h) i. Letter from Arif Altaf, 5715 Sycamore Lane, to Mayor Bergman, concerning damage to his mailbox as a result of snowplowing operations. A memo from Bob Pemberton responding to Mr. Altaf's letter, and letter to Mr. Altaf from the City Manager is also attached. (I -13i) j. Letter from Ed Albro, to Mayor Bergman, in response to the Trash Screening Task Force Report. (I -13j) k. Letter to John Linc Stine, DNR, from City Manager, on the DNR's issuance of the permit application for Northwest Boulevard and Schmidt Lake Road construction. (I -13k) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM December 20, 1991 Page 5 1. Letter from Patrick O'Connor, Director, Hennepin County Property Tax and Public Records, advising of county redistricting policies and services offered to municipalities. (I-131) James G. Willis City Manager COUNCIL CALENDAR: DECEMBER 23 - JAN. 5 December 1991 -January 1992 December 23 December 24 December 26 December 27 *Revised Meeting/Event **New Meeting/Event I w Year's five December 301 December 311 January 2 January 3 1 uanuary December M M T W T F S S 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 *Revised Meeting/Event **New Meeting/Event I w Year's five December 301 December 311 January 2 January 3 1 uanuary i yyc M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 CIM DLL 20'91 27 28 29 30 31 12/20/1991 COUNCIL CALENDAR: JANUARY January 1992 6- 19 January 6 QNDAY January 13 7 00pm'COUNCIL MEETING CHARTER COMMISSION -Annual Mtg - 7 p.m.; Public Forum - 7:30 p.m. January 7 »;TUESDAY>> January 14 7:00pm BOARD OF ZONING January 8 VVEDN SDAYI January 15 7:00pm PLANNING COMMISSION 7:00pm Ply. Advisory Comm. on Transit January 9 THURSDAY' January 16 7:00pm HRA 7:00pm PRAC January 10 FRIDAY ; . January 17 January 11 SATURDAY January 18 January I2 SUNDAY January 1' January M T W T F S S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 *Revised Meeting/Event **New Meeting/Event February M T W T F11516 3 4 5 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 CIM DEC 2 0'91 24 25 26 27 28 29 12/20/1991 Q C) Q LL IO M T a 0 z h T LT. 0 A N IM N M �io Q Q N N V:OwgOU M N `o N I ^CO to N N LL r .� N N N m F- N N r a3 to N O N F- a N LL Ico N to W N �� �-1ULZI Q O cn _ N A D OaW ori 00 C'Mx�¢ri z � p° z a o r U N O) r' r--� hw z z UcWi N ^ Q o NU) LU *ir O Lij~ ¢ V) 0. 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Jay Maxwell of the Sun -Sailor called me yesterday (before we had received this week's addition of the paper) to inform me that there was a typographical error in the article that I should be aware of since it significantly changes the meaning of the sentence in which the error is located. The specific error is in the second to the last paragraph of the article on page 6A of the December 18, 1991 Sun -Sailor. I am quoted as saying "if there is anything we want to stress is that it is a done deal,". There are really two words missing from that sentence. The key word is "not", which should appear between the words "is" and "a". I think also the word "it" should be between the words "stress" and "is". Jay clearly recognized the typographical mistake of not including the word "not" in the proper location prior to the papers even hitting the "street". He has apologized to me for the error and has indicated that a correction will appear in next week's newspapers. 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Bergman Mayory City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard__ Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 Dear Mayor Bergman: �' •T� y/ We are pleased to notify you that your comprehensive annual finan- cial report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1990 qualifies for a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. When a Certificate of Achievement is awarded to a government, an Award of Financial Reporting Achievement is also presented to the individual designated by the government as primarily responsible for its having earned the certificate. Enclosed is an Award of Financial Reporting Achievement for: Dale E. Hahn, Finance Director. The Certificate of Achievement plaque will be shipped under sepa- rate cover in about eight weeks. We hope that you will arrange for a formal presentation of the Certificate and Award of Financial Reporting Achievement, and that appropriate publicity will be given to this notable achievement. To assist with this, a sample news release and the 1990 Certificate Program results are enclosed. We hope that your example will encourage other cials in their efforts to achieve and maintain standard of excellence in financial reporting. Sincerely, GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION Frederick G. Lantz Assistant Director/Technical Services Center FGL/kas Enclosures WASHINGTON OFFICE 1750 K Street, N.W., Suite 200, Washington, D.C. 20006 202/466-2750 • Fax: 202/429-2755 government offi- an appropriate CIM DEC VISA O cC O U ct 0 � au U U 7� M w � o� c� IC.I N o .!n F-4 z w w w M� x u 1 V z MM4 W O a w 1�1 U z z 0-4W4 W4 O A C4 0 CIM ULA 20'91 �Q d drz y Ol a N -K E Q r -I al ('7 S H 14 U Q •d d C w U d Sl �. •cs Q u p� Q O ao.�o�� �a d xx� Q CIM ULA 20'91 GOVERNMENT FINANCE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION 180 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 800, Chicago, Illinois 60601 312/977-9700 • Fax: 312/977-4806 December 13, 1991 NEWS RELEASE For information contact: Fred Lantz (312) 977-9700 (Chicago) --The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Finan- cial Reporting has been awarded to: CITY OF PLYMOUTH by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and finan- cial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management. An Award of Financial Reporting Achievement has been awarded to the individual designated as primarily responsible for preparing the award-winning CAFR. This has been presented to: DALE E. HAHN, FINANCE DIRECTOR The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program including demonstrating a construc- tive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the CAFR. The GFOA is a nonprofit professional association serving 12,300 government finance professionals with offices in Chicago, Illinois, and Washington, D.C. - 30 - WASHINGTON OFFICE 1750 K Street, N.W., Suite 200, Washington, D.C. 20006 202/466-2750 • Fax: 202/429-2755 CIM ULL 20'91 INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DIS'T'RICT 284 WAYZATA, MMNFSOTA ADOPTED: NOVE MER 25, 1991 BOARD OF EDUCATION John C. Dettloff, Chair Paul L. Landry, Vice Chair Maritu Theodore, Clerk Howard B. Casmey, Treasurer Sylvia I. Carlson, Director Kenneth R. Hopkins, Director Mary H. Smith, Director SUP ENT OF SCHOOLS David R. Landswerk XMVE DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND BUSINESS SERVICES Jerry Vogt CIM UES 20'91 INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 284 WAYZATA, MINNESOTA _FINANCIAL PLAN TO COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION NOVEMBER 29, 1991 INTRODUCTION This report is intended to discuss the financial condition of Independent School District 284, Wayzata, Minnesota, with special focus on the operating funds deficit, the background leading to the deficit, and the plan to remedy the deficit and restore the operating funds to an annual balance and a solvent condition. This report consists of three sections: Section I: Background Section II: Causes of Financial Decline Section III: The Recovery Plan Upon formal adoption by the School Board this report will be submitted to the State Commissioner of Education in compliance with Minnesota Statutes. The adopted report will also be distributed as all other School District public documents are, on request, or will be directed as deemed appropriate and in the best interest of the School District. SECTION I: BACKGROUND School District 284, Wayzata, ended the 1989-90 fiscal year with three of the four operating funds in deficit condition. The general fund had a $1.4 million deficit, food service fund a $59,848 deficit, transportation fund a $283,490 deficit and the community service fund had a 5284,410 positive balance. The four operating funds combined showed an overall deficit of $1.5 million on June 30, 1990. The District had estimated a larger deficit for the close of 1990-91 in both the general fund and the transportation fund, but the food service fund was expected to end 1990-91 with a restored positive balance. The following display covers a tracking of the operating funds financial activities and conditions for the period 1987-88 through 1990-91. 1987-88 1988-89 1989-90 1990-91 GENERAL FUND Beginning Balance 1,891,545 1,957,665 590,879 <1,427,308> Revenue 26,647,856 26,781,109 29,774,771 32,108,466 Transfer In 200,000 200,000 -0- -0- Expenditures 26,385,851 28,360,045 31,780,667 35,824,669 Transfer Out -0- -0- 25,000' -0- Change In Appropriated Balance 395,885 <12,150> <12.709> <140,361> Ending Balance 1,957,665 590,879 <1,427,308> <5,003,150> Annual Change In Fund Condition 66,120 <1,366,786> <2,018,187> <3,575,842> CIM utu 20,91 FINANCIAL PLAN TO COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION NO V EMM ER 29, 1991 PAGE 2 TRANSPORTATION Beginning Balance 1987-88 1988-89 1989-90 1990-91 FOOD SERVICE FUND 1,613,165 1,860,797 1,777,319 1,641,134 Beginning Balance 31,262 47,922 <31,294> <59,848> Revenue 988,469 1,031,548 1,124,226 1,318,944 Transfer In -0- -0- 25,000 -0- Expenditures 971,809 1,078,618 1,177,780 1,198,764 Transfer Out -0- -0- -0- -0- Audit Adjustment -0- <32,146> -0- -0- Ending Balance 47,922 <31,294> <59,848> 60,332 Annual Change In Beginning Balance 74,892 106,288 179,960 Fund Condition 16,660 <79,216> <28,554> 120,180 TRANSPORTATION Beginning Balance 116,377 62,543 <6,154> <283,490> Revenue 1,613,165 1,860,797 1,777,319 1,641,134 Transfer In -0- -0- -0- -0- Expenditures 1,466,999 1,729,474 2,054,655 2,603,789 Transfer Out 200,000 200,000 -0- -0- Ending Balance 62,543 <6,154> <283,490> <1,246,145> Annual Change In Fund Condition <53,834> <68,697> <277,336> <962,655> COMMUNITY SERVICE FUND Beginning Balance 74,892 106,288 179,960 284,410 Revenue 909,709 1,095,783 1,300,949 1,509,481 Expenditures 878,313 1,022,111 1,146,499 11507,108 Ending Balance 106,288 179,960 284,410 286,883 Annual Change in Fund Condition 31,396 73,672 104,450 2,473 ALL OPERATING FUNDS CONSOLIDATED Beginning Balance 2,114,076 2,174,418 733,391 <1,486,236> Revenue 30,159,199 30,769,237 33,977,205 36,578,125 Transfer In 200,000 200,000 25,000 -0- Expenditures 29,702,972 32,190,268 36,209,601 41,134,330 Transfer Out 200,000 200,000 25,000 -0- Changes In Appropriated Balance 395,885 <12,150> <12,700> <140,361> Audit Adjustment -0- <32,146> -0- -0- Ending Balance 2,174,418 733,391 <1,486,295> <5,902,080> Annual Change In Fund Condition 60,342 <1,441,027> <2,219,686> <4,415,844> CIM aL 20'91 - FINANCIAL REPORT TO CONS %IONER OF EDUCATION NOVE MER 29, 1991 PAGE 3 SECTION II• CAUSES OF FINANCIAL DECLINE The operating funds tracking display in the preceding section shows a dramatic fund condition decline of about $8 million over a four-year period 1987-88 through 1990-91. That decline represents about 22% of the actual revenue level for 1990-91. It is fair to say that there have been numerous contributing causes which led to this extremely adverse financial condition. The major causes were: GENERAL FUND (1) Financial management, including forecasting and budget monitoring were inadequate (2) An extra tax levy authority approved by voters in 1987 proved to be inadequate given the program and service levels offered (3) Operating costs for three new elementary school buildings were underestimated (4) Revenue yield increases on the 1987 extra levy - because of anticipated property tax capacity growth - were overestimated (5) over S3/4 million in property tax delinquencies were incurred in 1989-90 and delinquencies have become a growing and cumulative revenue problem since the 1988-89 fiscal year TRANSPORTATION FUND {1) A change from four tier to three tier bus scheduling in 1989-90 resulted in adding buses to the regular transportation contract and significantly increasing costs (2) Senior high school zero hour program transportation services were added (3) The regular transportation contract rates were increased by 18% in 1988-89 (4) Employees were hired as assistants to serve as disciplinarians on 17 selected bus routes (5) Increased levels of service including more frequent bus stops and added routes were implemented in response to parental requests (6) Fund equity transfers of $200,000 were made to the general fund in each 1988-89 and 1989-90 SECTION III• THE RECOVERY PLAN Since this report is being prepared after the close of fiscal year 1990-91, the recovery plan is based on a fund condition tracking which includes actual financial data as of July 1, 1991. However, for purposes of continuity from Section I of this report the fund tracking will start with the actual fund conditions as of July 1, 1990. As shown in the tracking display below the general fund condition has declined from $1,427,308 deficit to $5,003,149 deficit during the 1990-91 fiscal year. The food service fund has recovered from a deficit balance of $59,848 to a positive balance of $60,332 during 1990-91. The transportation fund has declined from $283,490 deficit to $1,246,145 deficit during 1990-91. CIM Dt� 2u y1 FINANCIAL PLAN TO CONUMaSSIONER OF EDUCATION NOVEMMER 29, 1991 PAGE 4 SECTION III: THE RECOVERY PLAN - continued Further, the tracking display shows the general fund declining even further in 1991-92 to a low point of about $8.4 million even though an expenditure cut of $1.8 million has been implemented on July 1, 1991. The transportation fund will decline to about $1.5 million deficit in 1991-92 even though the expenditure budget has been cut by over $400,000 from 1990-91. Clearly, the financial condition decline of both the general and transportation finds ^as been severe and extremely difficult to slow and correct in the short term. Programming of services has been very aggressive compared with funding ability. This aggressiveness cn the expenditure side of the budget has been fostered by inadequate estimating which resulted in grossly understated budgeting and optimistic fund condition. Recovery of the general fund condition will be accomplished by new revenue approved in the November 5, 1991, levy referendum election and by expenditure cuts of $3 million in the 1992-93 and additional $1/2 million in 1993-94. The combination of $2 1/2 million in new revenue and $3 1!2 million in additional expenditure cuts will restore a positive fund balance by July 1, 1996. Recovery of the transportation fund condition will be accomplished by a transfer of property sale proceeds equity from the capital fund on June 30, 1992, and by negotiat-ng a new contract for 1992-93 on a more cost effective service plan design. GENERAL FUND CONDITION TRACIONNG Ending Balance < 5,003,150 > < 8,414,435 > < 7,164,723 > < 4,749,178 > < 2,305,163 > 725,580 Basis of Forecast Revenue (1) Basic funding formula of $3050 and all other revenue categories remain constant for 1991-92 and 1992-93 (2) Funding formula and other revenues increased by 4% each year 1993-94 through 1995-96 (3) Extra levy approved November 5, 1991, collected first time 1992-93 at state controlled amount and each year thereafter 1993-94 through 1995-96 at "capped" amount per pupil unit ciM ULL 20'91 1990-91 1991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-% Actual Est. Est. Est. Est. Est. Becinnin_c Balance <1,427,368> <5,003,150> <8,414,435> <7,164,723> <4,749,178> <2.305,163> Revenue 32,108,466 33,060,535 37,522.684 40,688,701 44,019,547 47,116,350 Expenditures 35,824,669 36,471.820 36,272,972 38,273.156 41,575.531 44,085,607 Annual Balance <3,716,203> <3,411,285> 1,249,712 2,415,545 2,444,016 3,030,743 Ending Balance < 5,003,150 > < 8,414,435 > < 7,164,723 > < 4,749,178 > < 2,305,163 > 725,580 Basis of Forecast Revenue (1) Basic funding formula of $3050 and all other revenue categories remain constant for 1991-92 and 1992-93 (2) Funding formula and other revenues increased by 4% each year 1993-94 through 1995-96 (3) Extra levy approved November 5, 1991, collected first time 1992-93 at state controlled amount and each year thereafter 1993-94 through 1995-96 at "capped" amount per pupil unit ciM ULL 20'91 =- FINANCIAL REPORT TO COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION NOVE MER 29, 1991 PAGE 5 Basis of forecast - continued Expenditures (1) Expenditures increased by 4% each year 1992-93 through 1995-96 (2) Expenditure cuts of $3 million implemented 1992-93 and $1/2 million 1993-94 Maior Effects of Expenditure Cuts (A) 12 to 14% reduction in staffing (B) Up to 20% reduction in discretionary non -employment budget categories (C) Pupil -teacher ratio of 28 in primary grades (K-3), 30 in upper elementary and junior high, and 31 in senior high classrooms BeQimn_e Balance Revenue Transfer In E xpendi tures Annual Balance Ending Balance TRANSPORTATION FUND TRACKING 1990-91 1991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-% Actual Est. Est. Est. Est. Est. <283,490> <1,246,145> <456.860> <236.860> <7,860> 141,140 1,641,134 1.986,999 2,320,000 2.415,000 2,509,000 2,660,000 -0- 1,000.000 -0- -0- -0- -0- ').603.789 2.197,714 2,100.000 2,186,000 2.360,000 2.600,000 < 962,655 > 789,285 220,000 229,000 149,000 60,000 < 1,246,145 > < 456,860 > < 236,860 > < 7,860 > 141,140 201,140 Basis of Forecast Revenue (1) $1 million transfer from sale of property 1991-92 (2) 1992-93 based on levy certification (3) 1993-94 through 1995-96 revenue based on enrollment increases with a 2% funding formula increase Expenditures (1). 1992-93 based on service design with improved efficiencies (2) 1993-94 based on 2% increase in contract and allowance for enrollment increase (3) 1994-95 and 1995-96 based on 4% increase in contract each year plus allowance for enrollment increases in each year JV/nv/lmb CtM DE1.20'91 PLYMOUTH FORUM DECEMBER 16, 1991 Bob Hammond, 14432 15th Avenue North, addressed the Council regarding two utility bills he receives for 14430 and 14432 15th Avenue North. He realized this year that only one meter services the duplex. He has now installed a second meter to allow separate billings. Mr. Hammond stated he has received an explanation of the situation from the City Manager and Finance Department; however, he asked that the Council consider reimbursement from 1972 when he purchased the property since only one meter was installed. Councilmember Helliwell asked for a clarification of the bills. Mr. Hammond stated he pays for actual water use and the duplex renter pays an average bill each month. Councilmember Ricker stated every duplex owner received written notice from the City giving the option of staying with one meter or installing a second meter. He cautioned the Council that there are other meters in the City in the same situation, as well as many that have converted from one to two meters over the last twenty years. In some cases the option to install a second meter was expensive and owners chose to stay with a single meter. Most owners installed the second meter. Mayor Bergman stated the Council will consider this matter and advise Mr. Hammond of their decision. CIM Uti 2u "y� Z R� Unapproved CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA CHARTER Commission SPECIAL MEETING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1991 I. Call to Order. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a special meeting of the Plymouth Charter Commission was held on Monday, November 18, 1991 in the conference room of the Plymouth City Center, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, Plymouth, Minnesota. The meeting was called to order by the Chair at 7:05 p.m. II. Roll Call. Upon roll call, the following members were present: Tierney, Bobra, Pribble, Speck, Singer, Crain, Ford, Schneider, Duntley, Patterson, Peterson, Bujold and Wirth. The following member was absent: Foley. Also present was Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager. The Chair announced that the Commission attorney would be arriving at approximately 7:45. Moved by Tierney, seconded by Patterson that Singer be directed to record the meeting. Motion carried. III. Approval of Minutes. Moved by Duntley, seconded by Schneider, that the minutes of the September 23, 1991 special meeting of the Commission be approved as presented. Motion carried. IV. Continued Discussion of Identified Issues. a. Odd -even year election. There was a brief discussion of the pros and cons of even and odd year municipal elections with particular reference to voter turnout. The Chair raised a question about the procedure for changing election date with or without a charter. It was agreed by consensus to refer the matter to the attorney. b. Initiative, referendum and recall (IRR). Schneider pointed out that the Commission had not yet fully discussed this matter or taken a straw vote on it. An extended discussion ensued covering the following points: the relative ease or difficulty in getting matters on a ballot under IR; the relationship of odd or even year elections to the need for IR; the desirable number of votes needed to require submission of a measure to IR; pPL OO -112 1 CIM DEL 2 U 'y 1 the need to confine IR to broad city-wide issues of substantial importance; - the effect of the accountability of IR or the responsiveness and responsibility of members of the elective body; the desirability of allowing fundamental financial decisions (i.e., budget) to be subject to IR; the consistency of the concept of IR with the notion of representative government. Moved by Schneider, seconded by Crain, that IR (excluding the recall for the moment) be considered favorably by the Commission on the assumption that the concept is not compelling enough to be the sole reason for recommending adoption of a charter. Motion carried without dissent. (Mr. Kennedy arrived at 7:40 p.m.) A discussion then ensued abut the recall. Kennedy explained the status of the recall in light_ of the case of Jacobson v. Nagel holding that recall was only available in the case of malfeasance or misfeasance in office, and thus has lost its intended value as a political device. Pribble stated that the charter could specify conduct that would be the subject of recall. Kennedy pointed out that those grounds could be specified as reasons for the creation of a vacancy or removal from office, and that the recall petition and election would not then be necessary. The discussion of IR continued, focusing generally on the scope of IR. Kennedy pointed out that regardless of what a charter might say, the courts have ruled that only legislative matters (i.e., general laws (ordinances) affecting public activity) are subject to IR, and that administrative matters are not. Duntley pointed out that because of this, IR is rather limited in scope. Others pointed out that it may not be good public policy to have matters such as e.g., budgets, taxation, land use regulations subject to being overturned by a vocal minority and that the normal elective process gives citizens an adequate voice in such matters. C. Strong -mayor form of government. The Chair pointed out that this discussion item has been raised by Foley and that it should be dealt with. The discussion that followed developed into a general discussion of forms_ of municipal government, i.e., strong mayor and weak mayor council, council manager, city administrator forms and the pros and cons of each. DJlC26255 c'm utC 20'91 PL100-112 2 _L F_ � Moved by Bujold, seconded by Peterson that the Commission favor the weak -mayor council form of government. After some discussion, Bujold modified the motion to provide that the Commission favor the council-manager form of government, seconded again by Peterson. Moved by Werth, seconded by Bobra that the Bujold motion be amended to provide for a mayor who is elected by the council from the members of the council. After discussion, the motion to amend was defeated with one vote in favor. Discussion of the main motion continued focussing on the historical progression of municipalities from incorporated towns to statutory cities to charter cities. Several members pointed out that the change in form appeared to be directly related to population: other pointed out that there have been few new charters adopted in the past 30 years even though the population of many suburban statutory cities has grown substantially. There was general agreement that whether or not a charter was adopted, the council-manager form of government seemed best suited for Plymouth. The vote on the main Bujold motion recurred, and the motion was passed with one opposed. A general discussion on the pros and cons of charter adoption followed. VII. Other Business. a. Target date. The Chair asked the Commission to focus on a target date for a "go -no go" decision on remanding a charter pointing out the previous recommendation for a February target date. Some members expressed doubt that the Commission would have adequate information at that point. Others viewed the suggested target date as a deadline and expressed dissatisfaction with working under a deadline. Others felt that it was not possible, if a charter is recommended, to have it ready for the November, 1992 election. Kennedy pointed out that as a practical matter, a completed draft charter would have to be ready by the end of July to meet the November, 1992 date. Motion by Duntley, seconded by Singer, that the regular meeting in February be the target date for making a recommendation on whether or not to recommend adopting a charter. After a general discussion and consensus that the February and November, 1992 dates were goals only and that the Commission would make its recommendation only when fully prepared to do so, the motion carried without dissent. DJX26255 PL100-112 3 CIM ULL 2U,91 �Vb b. Form of public meeting. A discussion ensued about the format, participants and content of the public informational meeting tentatively scheduled for January, 1992. Moved by Patterson, seconded by Pribble that the panel for the January meeting and the public be invited. Carried without dissent. c. City council liaison. A discussion ensued about the need for a representative of the city (council or staff) to act as liaison with the Commission. Moved by Schneider, seconded by Duntley, that the city manager be asked to act as liaison between the city council and the Commission. Motion carried. d. Budget and staffing. The Chair reported that the city council's question about the Commission's budget request had apparently been answered and that the request will be contained in the city budget when adopted. Moved by Tierney, seconded by Bujold that the budget for 1991 and 1992, as prepared and submitted to the city by the city manager, be adopted by the Commission. Motion carried without dissent. There being no other business to come before the Commission, the Commission adjourned at 9:42 p.m. Respectfully submitted David J. Kennedy Acting Secretary Note: These minutes were prepared from notes taken by Ellie Singer at the meeting. pP 00-112 4 CIM DEL 20,91 Z 1�lb Unapproved CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA CHARTER COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 1991 I. Call to Order. Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Charter Commission of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota, was held on Monday, December 9, 1991 in the conference room of the Plymouth City Center, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, Plymouth, Minnesota. The meeting was called to order by the temporary Chair at 7:00 p.m. II. Roll Call. Upon roll call, the following members were present: Singer, Ford, Tierney, Milner, Duntley, Speck, Werth, Foley, Peterson and Schneider. The following were absent: Bobra, Crain, Patterson, Pribble and Bujold. The Chair announced that member Crain had called in advance about the absence. (Member Bobra announced at 7:10 p.m. Member Pribble announced at 7:13 p.m.) III. Discussion of January 13, 1992 Public Meeting. The Chair reported that preliminary contacts had been made with Stanley Peskar of the League of Cities, Desyl Peterson, Minnetonka city attorney, and Larry Bakken, Mayor of Golden Valley, to appear at the public meeting and that each had agreed to do SO. There was general agreement that these three persons would be suitable presenters. A discussion ensued about possible additional presenters. Werth stated the need for persons with practical experience, preferably from cities that had recently adopted new charters, and moved that additional persons be sought for the panel with those qualifications. Seconded by Foley. Carried, with Duntley voting no. A discussion of other persons then ensued. Names mentioned were: Floyd Olson, Minneapolis City Attorney's office; Curtis Pearson, Brooklyn Park City Attorney; Jack Irving, Councilmember Crystal; John Elam, City Administrator, Maple Grove. There were also suggestions that persons from Richfield and Coon Rapids be contacted. Schneider moved, seconded by Foley, that a fourth name from the persons named from Crystal, Maple Grove and Brooklyn Park be asked. Motion carried. Moved by Schneider, seconded by Foley that the named persons be contacted in the following order: Irving, Elam, Perkins. Carried. Moved by Schneider, seconded by Foley, that the Chair could, in the Chair's discretion, select Pion -112 1 CIM Ute 20'91 additional persons to participate if the program would be enhanced thereby. Motion carried. The discussion then shifted to the meeting format. The following points were agreed to by concensus: - Formal presentations should be limited to five minutes. - The Commission attorney should make a brief presentation on terminology, forms of government, charter v. statutory, etc. to lay groundwork for the discussion. - Presentations should not be theoretical but practical, based on experience. - Stan Peskar should be asked to specifically address (i) why so few charters adopted recently; (ii) what charters have been adopted in response to single issues; (iii) how the state legislature views the home rule process. The invitation to presenters should describe where the Commission is in the decision making process (i.e., "charter or no charter") and discuss briefly the Commission's tentative decisions thus far. All members should be prepared to ask questions to stimulate discussion. Members of the public should be discouraged from questioning Commission members on their positions. The meeting should be presided over by the Chair. (On that points moved by Foley, seconded by Bobra, that Tierney preside whether or not she held office of Chair. Motion carried.) The whole affair should be as informal as possible to stimulate the free flow of ideas. The Chair pointed out that the city staff had arranged for publicity of the meeting on cablecast, city newsletter and elsewhere. V. Continued Discussion of Issues. No discussion. VI. Annual Meeting. The attorney pointed out that the by-laws set the annual meeting for January and that the only item of business was election of officers. The Chair announced that the annual meeting would immediately precede the public meeting and urged members to come prepared to nominate candidates. VII. Other Business. The attorney pointed out that the statutes requires an annual report of the Commission must be submitted DJX26213 PL100-112 2 PJM DEC 20'91 0 2; ��- --) to the chief judge of the District Court by December 31. The attorney and Chair were directed to prepare and submit the report. There being no further business to come before the Commission, the Commission adjourned at 8:50 p.m. DJK26213 PL100-112 3 Respectfully submitted, David J. Kennedy Acting Secretary CIM DEL 20'91 Minutes of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting December 12, 1991 Page 41 Present: Chair Freels, Commissioners Anderson, Gutzke, Johnson, Waage, Wahl, Watson; staff Bisek, Blank and Pederson; Jeff Bednar of Strgar- Roscoe-Fausch, and Joy Tierney 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Freels called the December meeting to order at 7 p.m. in the Council Conference Room. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Wahl and seconded by Commissioner Waage to approve the minutes of the October meeting as presented. The motion carried with all ayes. 3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS a. Athletic Associations. b. Staff. Mary Bisek discussed the MRPA Annual Conference held in November. The theme this year was customer service. As a result of the conference, the park and recreation staff has been having discussions on how to improve our customer service, including things such as implementing a program satisfaction guarantee. Programs for the spring brochure are being planned. Mary invited the commissioners to contact her with any suggestions they might have. The 1992 Fire and Ice Festival is Saturday, February 1. Mary told the Commission she would have a bonfire sign-up sheet available at the January meeting. She informed the new members that traditionally, the Park Commission has been in charge of the bonfire and handing out the fixings for s'mores. 4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION a. The City Council adopted the 1992 budget with an overall increase of three percent. They allowed for one new park maintenance employee, after further council approval. b. The Council rescinded the $5 non-resident fee charged to youth athletic associations effective January 1, 1992, and they agreed to maintain the fees charged for tournament rental at the same rate as 1991. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business to discuss. 6. NEW BUSINESS a. Review draft of sidewalk and trail plan. Director Blank briefly described that this issue came up as a result of a letter Chair Freels wrote to the City Council regarding the unsafe conditions along Plymouth Boulevard for pedestrians and bikers. Chair Freels felt that some type of sidewalk or trail was necessary from Highway 55 to County Ulm uta 20.91 December 1991 PRAC Minutes Page 42 Road 9, because of the many curves and blind spots along Plymouth Boulevard. The Council referred the issue back to PRAC, who recommended that some type of study be done. The firm of Strgar- Roscoe-Fausch was hired to conduct that study. Their representative, Jeff Bednar, was present to share Strgar's preliminary findings with the Commission. Mr. Bednar displayed several maps and explained what each one depicted. Map 1 showed the locations of all Plymouth's current parks and trails, natural areas, schools, commercial and retail development, which are known to be traffic generators, or places where people will walk or bike. Map 2 showed where all known pedestrian/bicycle accidents have occurred throughout the city since July 1990, along with the type of traffic control (lights, stop signs, marked crosswalks, etc.) used at those locations. Map 3 was the current sidewalk/trail system plan, map 4 showed the existing pedestrian/bicycle trails, and map 5 was a pedestrian/bicycle trails priority/needs assessment based on areas where there is high traffic volume and high use by pedestrians and bicyclists. Commissioners Johnson and Wahl pointed out two additional places they feel are very dangerous and should be included in the needs assessment. One is 26th Avenue west of Medicine Lake over to Northwest Boulevard/County Road 61, and the other is County Road 10/47 east and west of I-494. Mr. Bednar commented that traffic counts in these areas might be appropriate. Other issues which need to be addressed include where pedestrian crosswalks might be needed, what areas would best be served by sidewalks instead of trails, if there are places where sidewalks should be on both sides of the street and which, if any, locations would be eligible for state aid funds. Mr. Bednar indicated there are publications available through the Minnesota Dept. of Transportation such as a bikeway design manual and a guideline for determining where crosswalks should be marked and/or signaled. He also indicated there might be bikeway grants available through MNDot. Commissioner Johnson asked if trail proposed in the area of the new 10th Avenue park would be eligible for CDBG funds. Director Blank said he didn't know if trails qualified, but he would check into it. The trail/sidewalk plan will continue to be discussed at future meetings. Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch has a contract for 250 hours to complete Phase I. Phase II includes researching sources of funding . 7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION Chairman Freels announced that he was resigning from the Commission effective December 31, because he and his wife have built a home in Ft. Myers, Florida, where they will be residing six months out of the year. He thanked staff and the other commissioners for all their help and hard work since he became a member of the Commission and indicated he would be happy to help in any way during the months that he lives in Plymouth. CIM OEC 2U,yI December 1991 PRAC Minutes Page 43 8. STAFF COMMUNICATION The two large snow storms in November greatly affected the construction of the new playfields. The Bass Lake shelter building is 85-90% completed and the Parkers Lake building is 65-70% finished. The Parkers Lake picnic shelter is about 80-85% done. The trails, tennis courts and playgrounds at both facilities should be ready for use in the spring. Five of the six trail segments have been finished. The two new bridges at Fazendin and Four Seasons parks will be completed in the spring. The irrigation system at Ridgemount was underway, but will have to wait now until spring. The lights at the Parkers Lake skating rink are installed, but actual work on the rink itself is being delayed until the ice is thicker. Other skating rinks are scheduled to open Saturday, December 21. Director Blank indicated that he would not be available for the January 9 PRAC meeting and asked if it could be postponed until January 16. That date was agreed upon unanimously. 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m. BASSETT CREEK WATER MANAGEMENT COMMISSION Minutes of the Meeting of November 21, 1991 Call to Order: The Bassett Creek Water Management Commission was called to order by Chairman Peter Enck at the Minneapolis Golf Club at 11:35 A.M., Thursday, November 21, 1991. Roll Call: Crystal: Commissioner Bill Monk Engineer: Len Kremer Golden Valley: Commissioner Ed Silberman Counsel: Curt Pearson Medicine Lake: Commissioner John OToole Corps of Engineers: Minneapolis: Alt. Commissioner R. Kannankutty William Spychalla Minnetonka: Alt. Commissioner Michael Johnson Recorder: New Hope: Commissioner Peter Enck Elaine Anderson Plymouth: Commissioner Fred Moore General Mills: Robbinsdale: Not represented John Schevenius St. Louis Park: Commissioner Don Rye Approval or Correction of Minutes: With some corrections of typing errors, it was moved by Mr. Rye and seconded by Mr. Johnson that the minutes of the September 19 meeting be approved. Carried unanimously. It was moved by Mr. Silberman and seconded by Mr. O'Toole that the October 17 minutes be approved. Carried unanimously. Financial Statements: Mr. Silberman presented the Treasurer's Report as of November 21, 1991, showing a checking account balance of $15,431.01, an investment balance of $302,529.90, and a construction account balance of $1,634,201.78 plus the $5,000.00 which is earmarked for Medicine Lake. The construction escrow account balance held by Minneapolis totaled $563,679.88 as of October 1, 1991. The treasurer's report was filed for audit. Presentationof Invoices for Payment: Mr. Silberman presented an invoice from Barr Engineering Co. for expenses and services for the period September 29 through November 2 for $10,580.65 subject to arithmetical verification. Seconded by Mr. Johnson and carried unanimously. Communications: Chairman: 1. Chairman Enck presented a copy of a letter to Mr. Scott Thompson of the Minnesota PCA from Mr. Sonnenberg of the City of Minnetonka regarding proposed rule amendments governing water quality permit fees. 2. Chairman Enck presented the article in the Golden Valley Sun Post recognizing Mr. Silberman as an honorary member of the American Society of Civil Engineers. It shows appreciation and recognition of his eminence in the field of water resources. elm Utc 20'91. -T 9 ,,� 2 Counsel: 1. Mr. Pearson referred to a meeting with Mr. Joynes and Mr. Odland of the City of Golden Valley on October 21 regarding the Golden Valley Golf Club and Westbrooke Road. Mr. Kremer and Mr. Odland will be getting together regarding securing the right-of-way. The City of Golden Valley has to decide if it is reasonable to pay for all or a portion of the riprapping if the Golf Club will dedicate the right-of-way. Mr. Kremer said he concurred that there is enough meandering and depositing of sediment to justify the riprapping. There is only an insignificant area that doesn't need it. The City of Golden Valley has the responsibility to proceed with obtaining right-of-way. Mr. Spychalla had provided them with the areas that need to be acquired. The City of Golden Valley is to meet with the Golf Club regarding the Golf Club dedicating the permanent right-of-way. 2. Mr. Pearson referred to the Resolution he had sent to the cities authorizing the Bassett Creek Water Management Commission to contract with the cities of Golden Valley, Minneapolis, and Plymouth to construct certain relocation projects. The City of Minnetonka had a couple of questions regarding the resolution before presenting it to its Council. The City of New Hope has approved the Resolution authorizing Bassett Creek to proceed. Commissioners Mr. Rye reported on the Hennepin County Groundwater Plan. It is now available in draft form. He had given a copy to Mr. Kremer. The document is an institutional arrangement which would involve Hennepin County in land use in the municipalities. The committee will meet about the middle of December. He asked anyone interested to look at the draft plan and give him the comments before the Committee goes to the County Board with the plan. It is important that comments be given to him anytime before the 17th of December. A long discussion followed. This groundwater approach could have a great impact on water quality for us as well as land use. It was questioned whether we were interested in presenting an alternative. Corps of Engineers 1. Mr. Spychalla had prepared a memo regarding project costs, our cash contribution for credits for lands, rights-of-way and relocations, and showing various scenarios for Bassett Creek. Scenario #10 was the worst scenario shown; but, even in that case, no additional funds would be required. Everything depends on the Wirth Park/Soo Line credits for right-of-way. 2. Mr. Spychalla stated an information meeting had been held regarding Fruen Mill. Basically the plan was well received. They would like to see the Penn Avenue Culvert stay in place. The Park Board has indicated concern about flooding of the golf course. 3. Mr. Spychalla said the St. Paul office has sent in the request for extension of the project to 1995. The Division office will have to endorse the request and then it will have to be approved in Washington. Miscellaneous Mr. Erick extended a welcome to Mr. Schevenius who was able to attend the meeting. Since the last one he attended, he has been in Africa on one of his volunteer projects. Engineer 1. Mr. Kremer had been contacted by property owners in the vicinity of the conduit entrance. They are awaiting modification of the flood plain elevation. The revision to the Flood Insurance Study will be delayed until the Corps has done the technical support work. They would like modifications of the plan made as soon as possible. The Commission will have to go through an amendment process regarding modifications to the management envelope in the Water Management Plan. Mr. Kremer said we need to consider the process of these changes. The Staff will check into what has to be amended and the process for amending the management plan. Mr. Kremer said he could have recommendations about what has to be done by the December meeting. Mr. Moore said that in any minor amendments needed by the city, about 45 days are required. The cities will have to modify their ordinances. CIM Utc 20'91 S 3 Mr. Silberman questioned if anyone in Minneapolis has been concerned about the closure of the old creek. Mr. Kremer said he had had several calls. Requests will be coming in for the Commission to investigate options to maintain flow in the old conduit. Mr. Monk said that the need for plan changes will need to. be outlined for the city. It -was asked if there were other places along the creek where there will be envelope changes. It would be wise to know about them as soon as possible as the member cities will want to know what changes they are expected to make. 3. Mr. Kremer said he had submitted, in conjunction with the Corps of Engineers, the Bassett Creek Project to the Minnesota Society of Professional Engineers. He was notified that it was the top project and it will receive an award on February 21. It will be submitted to the National Society of Professional Engineers. We should know how well it does there by the end of December. Appreciation was expressed to the Corps of Engineers but Mr. Spychalla said the submittal was done by Mr. Kremer of Barr Engineering and that he deserves credit for a job well done. New Business: 1. Harbor Woods Development, City of Plymouth. (Mr. Mike Pflaun of Lundgren Brothers and Mr. Richard Sathre of Sathre Bergquist were in attendance). This project is a single family residential development west of Highway 494 and north of Carlson Parkway. It is a 25 acre site on which they proposed to build 30 homes. There are several wetlands on the site. Two of them are Type III DNR protected wetlands. There also is a small unprotected wetland subject to the jurisdiction of the Corps of Engineers. They propose to construct two ponding areas to mitigate filling of about one/half acre of wetland. Mr. Kremer expressed concern about the tributary area. It is in accordance with Commission policies now but will not be after January 1. Mr. Kremer recommended approval subject to his written engineering report. Moved by Mr. Johnson, seconded by Mr. Rye, and carried unanimously. 2. Mr. Kremer, in his memorandum to the Commissioners for the November 21 meeting, had attached a document prepared by BWSR which explains the process for the Interim Program for the Minnesota Wetland Conservation Act of 1991. He indicated that the Commission should discuss which local government unit will administer the interim provisions of the Act. He touched briefly on the additional responsibilities that the communities and the Commission would have. The Commission has to consider who is going to be the local governing unit (LGU) and which city or WMO will be reviewing any wetland encroachment. Mr. Monk cautioned that there are some downsides in our assuming the responsibility. It was suggested that the Cities could be the LGU's. Mr. Enck indicated that he would like this left to the cities in the interim period. Mr. Moore said it was critical that we take action because unless we make a designation before January 1, 1992, property owners will be left without an agency to consider any request for a modification of a wetland_ Mr. Kremer and Mr. Pearson had discussed and had considered recommending that the Commission be the LGU. It would be in the best interests of the Commission to have consistent management of wetlands. Mr. Kremer and Mr. Pearson said that they understand that some cities may want to act as the LGU. Mr. Moore says that this is an all or nothing deal but that in the interim it could be both. Mr. Monk recommended that the watershed should formally send a letter to each city regarding whether they are interested in the watershed assuming the responsibilities. Mr. Moore said the Commission should be taking on the responsibility as the LGU unless the councils adopt a resolution by the 1st of the year. Mr. Silberman questioned whether the commission could be the technical representative as the LGU, if the Commission could assign responsibilities to the individual cities for certain actions, and if the WMO had the authority to issue permits. Mr. Pearson said he would have to check into the administrative procedure but that he believed that the law would allow the WMO to handle the matter for the cities. At the December meeting the Commission will have to act on whether or not they want to be the LGU. CIM ULt 20'91 SC�l 4 After further discussion, Mr. Moore moved that the Commission take on the responsibility as the LGU for administration of the Interim Wetland Program Regulation unless an individual city takes on that responsibility by Resolution of their City Council before January 1, 1992. Seconded by Mr. O'Toole for purposes of discussion. Mr. Pearson stated he would check with BWSR to see if it can be done in this manner. It was asked what the economic consequences would be if the Commission assumes this responsibility for the entire watershed It was stated that there is from $15,000 to $20,000 in the Commission budget for administration and that individual cities could also be billed. The Commission will have to work out a program for the payment of the costs if we take on the responsibility for administering the program. The motion passed unanimously. Old Business 1 Retention of Legal and Engineering Services. Discussion followed during which Mr. Pearson, and Mr. Kremer left the meeting while the Commissioners discussed professional services. ENGINEERING SERVICES Committee: R. Kannankutty, E. Silberman, D. Sonnenberg The committee had studied proposals from: Barr Engineering Company, Bay West, Inc., Midwest Engineering, Inc., Orr-Schelen-Mayeron & Associates, Inc., Short -Elliott - Hendrickson, Inc., and Westwood Professional Services, Inc. They determined the top three firms to be Barr, OSM, and SEH in that order. They all would be qualified to handle the work but that Barr Engineering's history of service with the Bassett Creek WMO, its familiarity with the watershed, and its knowledge of our procedures provides sufficient distinction to allow us to recommend their selection. Had one of the other two been better qualified, the issue of "familiarity" would not have been utilized as a factor in making this decision. LEGAL SERVICES Committee: J. OToole, Peter Enck Mr. OToole reported that they he and Mr. Enck had evaluated the two proposals carefully, that of Curt Pearson and Bay West. The recommendation was that we continue to retain Curt Pearson. His work is excellent as well as reasonable and he has a wealth of experience in dealing with the Commission since its inception. Chairman Enck commended the two committees for their careful consideration of the proposals. It was moved by Mr. Silberman and seconded by Mr. Rye that Mr. Pearson and Barr Engineering Company be retained for the next two years at which time further study will have to be made to fulfill the legal requirements. Carried unanimously. Mr. Silberman moved that the Babcock firm be authorized to do the necessary auditing. Seconded by Mr. OToole and carried unanimously. ciM DEC 20'91 5 2. Mr. Kremer referred to the Medina situation discussed last month. He said the natural boundary for the land in question is in Bassett Creek but the legal boundary of the land is in the Minnehaha Creek Watershed. He has reviewed the drainage plan and had sent the comments on to the City of Plymouth and to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed. It was asked whether we would have to change the legal boundary. It was suggested that we share comments with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed and that this be a cooperative effort between the watersheds. We have by practice worked cooperatively with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed in handling these boundary problems and concerns administratively. A question was raised about a formal written contract between the two watersheds. Mr. Moore suggested that we leave well enough alone and not prepare an agreement but to continue to handle such matters administratively. 4. Mr. Schevenius explained that General Mills would like to see the $5,000 dedicated to the Commission for Medicine Lake spent. It was suggested that it be used towards modifying the outlet from Fernbrook Wetland area. A weir needs to be installed which could detain water for a longer period of time during frequent events. It was moved by Mr. Moore and seconded by Mr. Silberman that the engineer prepare a feasibility report. It was questioned whether this would be allowable by Hennepin County. Mr. Kremer will check this out before preparing the abovementioned feasibility report. This was agreeable to both Mr. Moore and Mr. Silberman. Adjournment Since time did not permit taking up any further business, it was moved by Mr. Silberman and seconded by Mr. Rye that the meeting adjourn. Chairman Enck adjourned the meeting at 2:05 PM. W. Peter Enck, Chairman Donald Rye, Secretary Elaine Anderson, Recorder Date: ,,, DEC 20V 90 91 90 91 90 91 CA PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT MONTH January -November 1991 CLASS MURDER CSC ROBBERY ASSAULT BURGLARY THEFT AUTO THEFT ARSON 1 26 3 296 333 1096 106 28 0 28 4 354 1 320 1 1077 1 116 1 13 TOTALS 1990 1889 1991 1912 1% CLASS II FORGERY COUNTERFEIT FRAUD HAR. COMM. STOLEN PROPERTY VANDALISM SEX OFF. NARC. OFFENSES FAM/CHILD D.W.I. LIQ. LAW DISORDERLY CONDUCT OTHER 32 111 339 5 691 24 74 43 365 125 50 394 31 1 164 440 15 591 25 80 45 394 84 43 408 TOTALS 1990 2253 1991 2320 32 CLASS III FATAL ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE SNOWMOBILE ACCIDENT DROWNING MEDICAL EMERGENCY SUICIDE SUICIDE ATTEMPTS NATURAL DEATH ANIMAL BITES FIRE 0 149 779 0 0 979 2 24 29 53 297 3 1 126 857 0 1 0 1 975 1 4 1 21 1 30 1 51 254 TOTALS 1990 2 312 1991 2321 - CLASS Iv TOTALS 1990 13,918 1991 13,738 -12 HAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1990 4275 19 91 3755 -12 2 NONHAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1990 4821 19 91 4964 3 2 CRIMINAL OFFENSES CLEARED 1990 19% 1991 TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS 1990 20,372 1991 20,291 - CIM uEc Z0,91 ASSIST ANIMAL FALSE LOCK OTHER WARRANT TRAFFIC SUSPICION MISSING LOST PUBLIC DOMESTIC DETAIL ALARMS OUTS AGENCY SERVED DETAIL INFORMATION PERSON FOUND NUISANCE MISC. 343 1430 1533 1696 554 413 1501 2158 81 342 1457 2410 327 1471 1556 1789 504 453 1457 2029 48 254 1464 2386 TOTALS 1990 13,918 1991 13,738 -12 HAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1990 4275 19 91 3755 -12 2 NONHAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1990 4821 19 91 4964 3 2 CRIMINAL OFFENSES CLEARED 1990 19% 1991 TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS 1990 20,372 1991 20,291 - CIM uEc Z0,91 90 91 90 91 90 91 90 91 PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT MONTH November 1991 A�� MURDER CSC ROBBERY ASSAULT BURGLARY THEFT AUTO THEFT ARSON 0 2 0 17 16 100 8 2 0 3 0 41 21 88 1 6 1 0 TOTALS 1990 145 1991 159 CLASS n 102 FORGERY COUNTERFEIT FRAUD HAR. COMM. STOLEN PROPERTY VANDALISM SEX OFF. NARC. OFFENSES FAM/CHILD D.W.I. LIO. LAW DISORDERLY CONDUCT OTHER 8 7 54 0 45 4 7 7 33 10 4 44 1 11 36 1 37 3 3 1 24 1 3 1 5 1 24 TOTALS 1990 223 1991 149 -332 CLASS III FATAL ACCIDENT PERSONAL INJURY PROPERTY DAMAGE SNOWMOBILE ACCIDENT DROWNING MEDICAL EMERGENCY SUICIDE SUICIDE ATTEMPTS NATURAL DEATH ANIMAL BITES FIRE 0 12 100 0 0 91 1 1 2 5 30 0 1 6 110 0 0 1 94 0 5 1 2 1 1 1 29 TOTALS 1990 242 1991 247 CLASS IV 22 TOTALS 1990 1087 1991 1217 122 HAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1990 392 19 91 143 -632 NONHAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1990 424 19 91 438 3% CRIMINAL OFFENSES CLEARED 1990 20% 1991 TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS 1990 1697 1991 1772 42 elm DEC 2 0 '91 ASSIST ANIMAL FALSE LOCK OTHER WARRANT TRAFFIC SUSPICION MISSING LOST PUBLIC DOMESTIC DETAIL ALARMS OUTS AGENCY SERVED DETAIL INFORMATION PERSON FOUND NUISANCE MISC. 32 93 120 152 54 20 133 172 11 21 105 174 33 97 132 201 50 37 204 151 5 19 101 187 TOTALS 1990 1087 1991 1217 122 HAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1990 392 19 91 143 -632 NONHAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1990 424 19 91 438 3% CRIMINAL OFFENSES CLEARED 1990 20% 1991 TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS 1990 1697 1991 1772 42 elm DEC 2 0 '91 NOVEMBER 1991 MONTH 1990 95 1991 111 CHANGE +16.8 % FIRE 1990 FALSE ALARMS 36 1991 32 CHANGE -12.5 % PERMITS 44 48 +9 % PERMITS 15 13 -15 % ciM DEC 20'91 0 0 0 CD o n o s W Ln o 0 0 11 Ln M Ln O o u %D N r- n vt n r - C) N H to H E to v)- 11 v} En O a N wa a H OEE-+L1 M II C, aHw n °; W U) wwH if ri O ri -W N M Ln .-i* ri %D ri Ln r♦ N r-1 t0 O 0 z H •• - to M to ri eM to ri ri 11 N if [x-+ t/) H II M z n r H Q o lw to N qw H ri %0 ri II M 11 M t!) 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Appr.) 0 2 0 4 Site Plan Amendment (Council) 0 9 0 7 Site Plan Amendment (Adm. Appr.) 0 12 0 1 Sketch Plan 0 0 0 0 Preliminary Plat 0 12 2 21 Final Plat 1 18 0 17 PUD Concept Plan 1 1 0 6 PUD Preliminary Plan & Amendments 1 8 0 7 PUD Final Plan & Amendments 1 20 0 13 Variance 1 20 2 30 Land Use Guide Plan Amendment 1 4 0 3 Comprehensive Plan Amendment 0 0 0 1 Other 2 29 0 10 TOTAL 14 8 230 234 ciM DEC 20'91 PLANNING DIVISION APPLICATIONS 1989 0 TOTAL APPLICATIONS 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5 0 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC MONTHS PLANTOT CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING DIVISION APPLICATIONS TOTAL APPLICATIONS MONTHS 1989 1990 1991 JAN 4 16 15 FEB 21 20 16 MAR 18 19 18 APR 17 41 31 MAY 21 27 15 JUN 22 27 32 JUL 30 14 19 AUG 17 30 26 SEP 16 19 26 OCT 15 9 22 NOV 15 8 14 DEC 14 8 TOTALS 210 238 234 PLANTOT PLYMOUTH METROLINK SOUTHWEST DAILY RIDERSHIP BY SERVICE TYPE NOVEMBER 1991 COMMUTER REVERSE COMMUTER TOTAL SYSTEM WEER OF: 11/01 87 14 101 11/04 - 11/08 1755 425 2180 11/11 - 11/15 1512 536 2048 11/18 - 11/22 1435 575 2010 11/24 - 11/29 924 327 1251 TOTAL: 5713 1877 7590 DAILY AVERAGE RIDERSHIP 286 94 380 YEAR TO DATE AVERAGE 305 64 369 ciM DEC 20'91 METROLINK SOUTHWEST DAILY RIDERSHIP AVERAGES BY MONTH FOR CALENDAR YEARS 1984-1991 COMMUTER/ REVERSE COMMUTER MONTH: 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 467 January 330 307 351 429 433 February 310 292 350 394 426 March 307 311 338 397 418 April 301 295 354 365 408 May 295 298 332 350 392 June 276 314 349 358 409 July 277 297 328 345 361 August 266 292 328 345 377 September 275 322 354 348 396 October 276 312 384 365 430 November 271 311 396 398 437+ December 265 320 412 391 409 YEAR LONG AVERAGE 287 306 356 374 408 \0 496 427 432 461 420 404 467 417 377 405 364 381 388 367 361 362 372 343 356 360 330 376 352 328 383 407 355 441 398 371 433 389 380 398 352 414 373 369 * Effective April 1, 1990 Plymouth Metrolink providers changed from Medicine Lake Lines to Metropolitan Transit Commission. The passenger numbers for Medicine Lake Lines for the period 1984 - 1989 do not reflect transfers, while the 1990 Medicine Lake Lines figures includes transfers. Metropolitan Transit Commission figures reflect all fares whether cash or convenience. CIM DEC 20'91 DAILY AVERAGE RIDERSHIP YEAR TO DATE AVERAGE PLYMOUTH METROLINK NORTHEAST DAILY RIDERSHIP NOVEMBER 1991 WEEK OF: 11/01 --- 77 11/04 - 11/08 1707 11/11 - 11/15 1590 11/18 - 11/22 1633 11/25 - 11/29 983 TOTAL: 6020 304 309 DAILY RIDERSHIP AVERAGES BY MONTH MONTH: 1990 January --- February --- March --- April --- May --- June 243 July 263 August 284 September 266 October 294 November 301 December ------------------- 278 YEAR LONG AVERAGE: 276 1991 331 318 297 318 307 310 303 295 316 304 301 309 CIM DtL 20'yI PLYMOUTH TRANSIT DIAL -A -RIDE DATA SUMMARY - MONTH OF Seete;Gter, 199£+ c1M ULU 20'91 Cash Received ------- Non -Cask, Fares -------- ------- Rides -------- Card Cards Bill Under No Senior! Date ----- -- Rte --- Fares -------------- Sales Recvd Transf. Later 6 Canc Shod Reauir Student Chldrn TOTAL Miles Hours 09/30/91 -------- 70 --- 20.50 --------------- 20.00 ------------------------------- 6.0A - - - - - - - - 4,00 - - - - - - - - 0.00 - 2.00 --------- 745 ----------------------------- 0 0 45,^� --------------- 2'C 11.x. Monday -------- --- 20.50 --------------- 20.00 6.00 ------------------------------- 4.00 - - - - - - - 0.00 - - - - - - - 2.C' --------- --------- S ----------------------------- 45 ----------------------------- 0 0 45 --------------- 130 --------------- 12.15 11/04/91_ 70 30.00 0.00 4.00 5.00 0.00 2.002 14 34 0 0 34 209 13.25 11/04191 1! 17.00 20.00 25.00 0.00 0.0£1 1,00 5 4 41 0 0 41 204 13.25 1!/t�4191 72 21.50 10.00 11.0; 0.00 0.0£+ 0.00 9 2 31 U 0 31 214 13.0•• -------- 73 --- 4.00 --------------- 0.££ .:1!i¢4191 £ ££ 0.00 A.00 1 { v 7 4.00 Fonda; -------- --- 72.5(1 --------------- 310.00 ------------------------------- 42.00 ------------------------------- 5,00 0.0£1 3.00 --------- 17 --------- 20 ----------------------------- 113 ----------------------------- 0 0 113 --------------- 741 --------------- 43.5:+ 11!0:191 70 41.00 0.00 5.00 5,£;0 0.00 0.06 ; 6 46 0 46 232 13.2` 11/05/91 11 16.50 40.00 15.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 64-, £+ 0 42 198 12.00 11.+'05/91 72 27.00 10.00 9.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 14 4 26 0 0 26 234 !1/05/91 -------- 73 --- 9.00 --------------- 0.00 2.£10 0.011 0.00 0.00 3 2 11 0 0 11 108 6.50 Tuesday -------- --- 93.50 --------------- 50,00 ------------------------------ 41.00 ------------------------------- 6.00 0.00 0.00 --------- 40 --------- 14 ----------------------------- 125 ----------------------------- 0 0 125 --------------- 772 --------------- 44.00 1!106191 70 56.50 10.00 4.00 4,00 0.00 0.00 11 9 58 0 0 58 271 13.25 11106/91 71 14.00 30.00 28.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 8 1 42 0 0 42 180 12.50 !1!06!91 72 21.00 20.00 18.00 0.00 0.00 0.0£+ 5 4 39 0 0 39 117 12.15 !1/06191 -------- 73 --- 7.50 --------------- 0,00 2.00 ------------------------------- 0.00 0.00 0.00 1 4 9 0 0 9 125 6.75 Wednesday -------- --- 99.00 --------------- 60.00 51.00 ------------------------------- 4.00 0.00 1.00 --------- 25 --------- 18 ----------------------------- 148 ----------------------------- 0 0 148 --------------- 693 --------------- 45.25 11107/91 70 41.00 0.00 3.00 8.00 0.00 3.00 8 6 50 0 0 50 284 12.25 11/01/91 71 25.50 10.00 24.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5 0 49 0 0 49 232 12.50 '1107191 72 17.50 0.00 20.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9 2 37 0 0 37 212 12.00 it/07/91 -------- 73 --- 6.00 --------------- 0.00 2.00 ------------------------------ 0.00 0.00 0.00 3 2 9 0 0 9 102 5.50 Thursday -------- --- 90.00 --------------- 10.00 49.00 ------------------------------- 8.00 0.00 3.00 --------- 25 -------- 10 ----------------------------- 145 ----------------------------- 0 0 145 --------------- 830 --------------- 41.25 .1/08191 70 31.00 0.00 4.00 10.00 0.00 0.00 12 4 42 0 0 42 271 12.25 1/08/91 71 19.50 20.00 25.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 11 11 45 0 0 45 221 12.00 1/08/91 72 24.00 50.00 17.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 10 2 41 0 0 41 222 12.00 '.1!08/91 ------- 73 --- 6.00 --------------- 1£!.00 3.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2 9 0 0 9 126 6.50 Friday ------- --- 80.50 --------------- ------------------------------- 80.00 ------------------------------- 49.00 10.0£' 0.00 3.00 --------- 36 --------- 19 ----------------------------- 131 ----------------------------- 0 0 137 --------------- 840 --------------- 42.75 1!09191 70 25.00 0.00 1.00 4.00 0.00 6. 00 c 1 35 0 ,1 35 190 8.00 c1M ULU 20'91 \o am X 2U 'iI PLYMOUTH TRANSIT DIAL -A-RIDE DATA SUMMARY - MONTH OF Noveit+er. 1990 Cash Received ------- Nan -Cash Fares -------- ------- Rides -------- Card Cards Bill Under No Senior! Date Rte -------- --- Fares --------------- Sales Recvd ------------------------------- Transf. Later 6 Canc Shaw --------- Reouir ----------------------------- Student Chldrn TOTAL Miles --------------- Hours -------- --- Saturday -------- --- --------------- 25.00 --------------- 0.00 ------------------------------- 1.00 -----------=------------------ 4.00 0.00 6.00 -------- 9 --------- 2 ----------------------------- 35 ----------------------------- 0 0 35 ------- 190 --------------- ------ 6.00 :I/ll/91 70 31.00 20.00 6.00 8.00 0.00 1.00 5 6 39 0 0 39 223 12.25 :1!11!91 71 24.50 30.00 28.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 6 2 56 0 56 239 12.30 :1!11/91 72 20.00 20.00 21.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 6 2 42 i• 0 42 233 :1!11/91 12.25 7. 7.00 0.00 4.00 0.00 0.00 0100 0 1 11 ----------------------------- 0 0 12 90 --------------- 4.00 -------- --- Monday -------- --- --------------- 82.50 --------------- 70.00 ------------------------------- 59.00 ------------------------------- 8.00 0.00 2.00 --------- 17 --------- 11 149 ----------------------------- 0 0 149 785 --------------- --------------/12/91 40.80 111 2 19 1 70 42.00 10.00 5.0I'D 9.00 0.00 0.00 7 8 04 6 25 1.:.: J, ° "5 11/12191 7i 15.00 30.00 27.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 4 2 43 0 43 226 12.25 ill12/91 72 20.50 10.00 23.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5 1 43 t'+ 0 43 217 12.00 11/12/91 73 11.50 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 11 i2 ----------------------------- 0 0 12 138 --------------- 6.00 -------- --- Tuesday -------- --- --------------- 89.00 --------------- 50.00 ------------------------------ 56.00 ------------------------------ 9.00 0.00 1.00 --------- 17 --------- 12 147 ------------ 0 ---------------- 0 147 837 -------------- 42.50 11113/91 70 43.50 0.00 6.00 10.00 0.00 0+.00 7 6 55 ;t 0 cc 280 12.50 11!13;91 71 39.50 30.00 27.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 10 3 68 0 0 66 237 12.25 11113191 72 17.00 0.00 21.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5 3 36 0 0 3a 224 12.00 11113!91 73 7.00 0.00 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 1 11 ----------------------------- 0 0 11 98 --------------- 4.00 -------- --- Wednesday -------- --- --------------- 107.00 --------------- 30.00 ------------------------------- 58.00 ------------------------------- 10.00 0.00 2.00 --------- 22 --------- 13 112 ----------------------------- 0 0 172 B39 --------------- 40.75 11/14/91 70 39.50 0.00 5.00 5.00 0.00 2.00 7 4 45 0 0 45 264 12.25 11/14/91 71 22.50 10.00 26.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 7 2 47 0 0 47 213 12.00 11/14/91 72 21.50 10.00 20.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 8 1 40 0 0 40 230 12.00 11/14/91 73 7.00 0.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1 0 6 0 0 8 85 4.00 Thursday -------- --- 90.50 --------------- 20.00 52.00 ------------------------------- 5.00 0.00 3.00 23 --------- 7 140 ----------------------------- 0. 0 140 792 -------------- 40.25 11/15/91 70 53.50 20.00 6.00 9.00 0.00 0.00 11 3 65 0 0 65 281 12.50 11/15/91 71 15.50 0.00 29.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 8 9 44 0 0 44 197 12.25 11/15/91 72 23.00 0.00 18.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 8 1 40 0 0 40 220 12.00 11/15/91 73 14.00 30.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1 0 16 0 0 16 148 6.25 -------- Friday -------- --- --- --------------- 106.00 --------------- 50.00 ------=------------------------ 51.00 ------------------------------- 9.00 0.00 3.00 --------- 28 --------- 13 ----------------------------- 165 ----------------------------- 0 0 165 --------------- B46 --------------- 43.00 11116;91 75 27.50 0.00 8.00 1.00 0.00 2.00 3 5 36 0 0 36 196 8.50 am X 2U 'iI c,M DEC 20'91 PLYMOUTH TRANSIT DIAL -A -RIDE DATA SUMMARY - MONTH OF Nevebher, 1990 Cash Received ------- Ron -Cash Fares -------- ------- Rides -------- Card Cards Bill cinder No Senior/ Date Rte -------- --- Fares -------------- Sales Recvd Transf. --------- --------------- Later 6 ------- Canc Show -------- Reoulr Student --------------------------- Chldrn TOTAL Miles ----------- Hours -------- --- Saturday -------------- 12 - .50 0.00 ------1----------------- 8.00 1.00 0.00 ^ 2 .00 3 5 '6 0 0 36 1% 8.50 !1/18/91 70 40.50 20.00 6.00 5.00 0.00 2.00 4 2 44 0 0 44 197 12.50 1111B/91 71 27.00 30.00 25.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3 1 50 0 0 50 232 12.00 !1118191 72 22.50 20.00 18.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 5 4 40 0 0 40 221 12.00 1!!18/91 73 9.00 0.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1 0 11 ----------------------------- 0 0 11 91 ------------- 4.75 -------- --- Monday -------- --- --------------- 99.00 --------------- 70.00 ------------------------------- 51.00 ------------------------------- 5.00 0.00 2.00 --------- 13 --------- 7 145 ---------------------------- 0 0 145 741 -------- 41.25 :1119/91 70 38.50 0. AO 5.00 6.00 0.00 0.00 7 9 46 ii 46 238 12.50 !!!19/91 71 16.50 10.00 27.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 10 0 44 0 0 44 2!5 12.25 !1/19/91 72 25.50 0.00 19.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 7 4 43 0 0 43 232 12.00 !1/19/91 73 3.00 0.00 10.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2 0 13 --- ------------------------- 0 0 I3 125 ------------- 5.25 -------- --- Tuesday ------ ----- --------------- 83.50 -------------- 10.00 ------------------------------- 61.00 ------------------------------- 6.00 0.00 1.00 -------- 26 -------- 13 146 ----------------------------- 0 0 146 810 --------------- 42.00 11/20/91 70 47.00 0.00 3.00 9.00 0.00 0.00 IO 10 56 0 0 56 243 12.75 11/20/91 71 19.00 20.00 29.00 0.00 0.00 5.00 5 2 52 0 0 52 252 12.25 11/20/91 72 25.00 0.00 20.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 4 0 44 0 0 44 230 12.00 11120/91 73 6.50 0.00 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1 3 11 ----------------------------- 0 0 13 115 --------- 6.00 -------- --- Wednesday ---- --- --- --------------- 97.50 --------------- 20.00 ------------------------------- 59.00 ------------------------------- 9.00 0.00 5.00 --------- 20 --------- 15 165 --------------------------- 0 0 165 840 ------------ 43.00 11/21/91 70 33.00 0.00 2.00 9.00 0.00 0.00 14 6 40 0 0 • 40 247 12.25 11/21/91 71 25.00 50.00 27.00 0.00 0.00 1.00 7 1 50 0 _ 0 50 229 12.25 11/21/91 72 25.00 0.00 22.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 4 0 48 0 0 48 239 12.25 11/21/91 73 4.00 0.00 8.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2 1 12 0 0 12 128 6.00 -------- Thursday --- -------------- 87.00 50.00 -------- 49.00 -------------------- 10.00 0.00 1.00 27 8 150 0 0 150 843 42.75 11/22/91 70 36.00 20.00 4.00 6.00 0.00 1.00 8 5 43 0 0 43 290 12.50 11122/91 71 19.50 0.00 30.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 7 9 50 0 0 50 229 12.25 11/22/91 72 26.00 20.00 14.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 6 5 40 0 0 40 205 12.00 11122/91 73 3.50 0.00 10.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1 -------- 0 13 ---------------------------- 0 0 13 119 - 6.00 -------- Friday -------- --- --- --------------- 85.00 --------------- 40.00 ------------------------------- 58.00 ------------------------------- 6.00 0.00 3.00 22 --------- 19 146 --------------- 0 0 ------------- 146 843 - 42.75 11123/91 75 18.00 0.00 1.00 3.00 0.00 2.00 5 8 22 0 0 22 158 6.25 c,M DEC 20'91 Z` \ O PLYMOUTH TRANSIT DIAL -A -RIDE DATA SUMMARY - MONTH OF Noveeher. 1990 ciM DEC 20'91 Cash Received ------- Non -Cash Fares -------- ------- Rides -------- Card Cards Bill Under No Seniorl Date -------- Rte --- Fares --------------- Sales Recvd ------------------------------- Transf. Later 6 Canc --------- Show Reoulr --------------------------- Student Chldrn TOTAL Miles ------------ Hours -- -------- Saturday -------- --- --- --------------- 18.00 --------------- 0.00 ------------------------------ 1.00 ------------------------------- 3.00 0.00 2.00 --------- 5 --------- 8 ----------------------------- 22 ----------------------------- 0 0 22 -------------- 158 --------------- 8.15 11/25/91 70 54.0(, 0.00 5.00 8.00 0.00 1.00 6 11 53 0 0 53 250 12.25 11/15/91 71 19.00 0.00 9.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9 1 26 0 0 26 213 12.25 11/25/91 72 27.00 0.00 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 1 1 29 0 0 29 228 12.25 11/25/91 73 4.00 0.00 7.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 3 0 11 0 0 li 130 -------------- 5.00 -------- Monday -------- --- --- --------------- 104.00 --------------- 0.00 ------------------------------- 25.00 ------------------------------- 8.00 0.00 1.00 --------- 19 -------- 14 ----------------------------- 119 ----------------------------- 0 0 119 821 --------------- 41.75 11/26191 70 40.5: 0.00 4.110 4.00 0.00 0.00 4 10 44 0 0 44 257 12.25 11/26/91 71 10.00 0.00 12.00 0.00 0.00 7.00 4 1 38 0 0 38 243 12.75 11126/91 72 33.50 0.00 5.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 5 3 34 0 0 34 226 12.00 11/26/91 73 8.00 0.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 2 3 10 0 0 10 100 5.50 -------- Tuesday -------- --- --- --------------- 102.00 --------------- 0.00 ------------------------------ 2:.00 ------------------------------ 5.00 0.00 7.00 --------- 15 -------- 17 ------ 126 ---------------------- ------------------------ 0 0 ------ 126 -------------- 826 ---------- 42.50 ---- 11/27191 70 62.00 0.00 4.00 10.00 0.00 1.00 10 3 70 0 0 70 272 11.75 11/27/91 71 15.00 0.00 4.00 0.00 0.00 2.00 12 3 20 0 0 20 175 12.00 11/17/91 72 21.00 0.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 8 4 23 0 0 23 172 12.00 11/17/91 73 5.00 0.00 4.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 2 9 ------ 0 ---------------------- 0 9 89 -------------- 4.00 -------- Wednesday -------- --- --- --------------- 103.00 --------------- 0.00 ------------------------------- 14.00 ----------------------------- 10.00 0.00 4.00 --------- 30 --------- 11 122 ----------------------------- 0 0 112 706 --------------- 40.75 11/29/91 70 62.00 0.00 1.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 11 7 52 0 0 52 167 13.75 11/29/91 71 23.50 1.00 1.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 23 0 20 0 - 0 20 178 12.25 11/29/91 72 17.00 0.00 3.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 9 4 17 0 0 17 156 11.00 11/29/91 73 0.00 0.00 2.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 6 1 2 0 0 2 61 3.50 Friday -------- -- 102.50 --------------- 1.00 7.00 ----------------------------- 2.00 0.00 0.00 49 ----- 12 -- 91 ----------------------------- 0 0 91 662 --------------- 40.50 ciM DEC 20'91 PLYMOUTH TRANSIT DIAL -A -RIDE DATA SUMMARY - MONTH 09 November. 1990 Cash Received ------- Non -Cash Fares -------- Card Cards Fill Under Date Rte Fares Sales Recvd Trans#. Later 6 ------- ------------------------------------------------- ------- Rides -------- No Senior/ Canc Show Reoulr Student Chldrn TOIAL Miles Hours --------- ---------------------- ------ ---------- ---- TOTALS 1865.00 661.00 888.00 147.00 6.00 57.44 491 274 2789 0 0 2789 15849 8:9.30 PLYMOUTH TRANSIT Total days in month = 23 Total Passengers on 20 weekdays 2696. or 135 oer day Total Passengers on 3 weekend days 93. or 31 per day 2789 Total Passenc ers per Hour 3.3 Total Miles per Passenger 5.7 C!(Nt uru 2J'91 0 PLYMOUTH DIAL -A -RIDE -------------------- 1991 MONTHLY COST SUMMARY ------- Less Revenue --------- Cash Coupons Value of Equals Subsidy/ Recovry Total Rides/ Service Miles/ Miles/ Total Cost Fares SubsittedTransfrs TOTAL Deficit Passenger Pass. Ratio Hours Hour Miles Hour Pass. ---------- ---------------------------------------------- Jan-91 18086.13 2135.65 354.00 114.00 2603.65 -15482.48 2.288 $6.77 14.4% 882.25 2.6 17.321 19.63 7.57 Feb -91 16400.00 1777.00 366.00 66.00 2209.00 -14191.00 1.985 $7.15 13.51 600.00 2.5 14.948 18.69 7.53 Mar -91 17245.63 1927.75 358.00 79.00 2364.75 -14880.68 2.125 $7.00 13.7% 841.25 2.5 15.241 18.12 7.17 Apr -91 17763.25 2028.05 449.00 61.00 2538.05 -15225.20 2.319 $6.57 14.3% 666.50 2.7 16.057 1B.53 6.92 May -91 17184.13 1966.55 523.00 92.00 2581.55 -14602.58 2.406 $6.07 15.0% 838.25 1.9 15.845 18.90 6.59 Jun -91 15103.37 1911.80 279.00 55.00 1245.60 -12857.57 2.057 $6.25 14.91 736.75 2.6 13.871 18.83 6.74 Jul -91 17066.25 2275.85 278.00 72.00 2625.85 -14440.40 2.192 $6.59 15.4% 832.50 2.6 15.596 18.73 7.11 Aua-91 11140.50 2039.45 222.00 79.00 1340.45 -14900.05 2.146 $6.94 13.6% 641.00 2.6 15,537 18.47 7.24 Sep -91 15692.75 1682.76 906.00 83.00 2671.76 -13020.99 2,61B $4.97 17.0% 765.50 3.4 15.053 19.66 5.75 Oct -91 19811.20 2691.60 1009.00 165.00 3865.60 -15945.60 3.464 $4.60 19.5% 966.40 3.6 19.701 20.39 5.69 Nov -91 17205.65 1665.00 888.00 147.00 1900.00 -14305.65 2,789 $5.13 16.91 839.30 3.3 15.849 18.BB 5.68 --------------------------------------------------------------- ------ ------- --------------- -------------------- Accusulated Totals 188798.85 22301.46 5632.00 1013.00 28946.46 -159852.39 26,389 $6.06 15.31 9,209.70 2.9 175,019 19.00 6.63 CIM ULL 2 0'91 MEMO CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 DATE: December 17, 1991 TO: Lt. Dennis Paulson - Acting Chief of Police FROM: Sergeant Joel Franz SUBJECT: CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE CALL FROM DALE HAUGLAND I stopped in and spoke to Mr. Haugland at approximately 12:20 this date. Mr. Haugland stated that he parks his van, which is unmarked, in the fire lane to unload the clothing from the cleaning shop. Mr. Haugland stated that he normally only parks in the fire lane for approximately five minutes, and then he moves on. He went on to state that numerous trucks and vehicles are parking in the fire lane, some for long periods of time. Mr. Haugland wanted to know why we were not tagging these other vehicles, and also was wondering if it would be possible to change the fire lane to five minute parking. Mr. Haugland was advised that there would be no way to enforce the five minute parking and that the Fire Department would be unwilling to change a posted fire lane and allow parking, but that we as officers do use discretion in tagging vehicles parked in fire lanes. It was explained that we would basically allow him to stop in the fire lane and to unload the clothing, and that if we saw him going in and out to the vehicle we would not tag him, but when he finished unloading he would, at that time, be required to park his vehicle in the lot and then go back and sort, or put away, the clothing. Mr. Haugland felt that that is what he had done on the 9th. I advised him that I would speak with the officer that had written the tag and get back to him. I spoke with Officer Thompson, who had written the tag. Officer Thompson stated that he had parked in front of Mr. Haugland's vehicle and had waited for over five minutes before he had issued the citation. He stated at that time he could not see anyone inside the business. Officer Thompson informed me that he had warned Mr. Haugland previously about leaving his car in the fire lane when he was not unloading. I have tried to get ahold of Mr. Haugland this afternoon, but was unable to do so. I will call him back and advise him of my findings. I did inform Mr. Haugland that we would try to monitor other parking problems in the fire lane at this location. Mr. Haugland was very appreciative of the fact that we had gotten back to him on his complaint. CIM SEC 20,91 k - MEMO CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 DATE: December 17, 1991 TO: Lt. Dennis Paulson - Acting Chief of Police FROM: Sergeant Joel Franz SUBJECT: CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE CALL FROM DALE HAUGLAND I stopped in and spoke to Mr. Haugland at approximately 12:20 this date. Mr. Haugland stated that he parks his van, which is unmarked, in the fire lane to unload the clothing from the cleaning shop. Mr. Haugland stated that he normally only parks in the fire lane for approximately five minutes, and then he moves on. He went on to state that numerous trucks and vehicles are parking in the fire lane, some for long periods of time. Mr. Haugland wanted to know why we were not tagging these other vehicles, and also was wondering if it would be possible to change the fire lane to five minute parking. Mr. Haugland was advised that there would be no way to enforce the five minute parking and that the Fire Department would be unwilling to change a posted fire lane and allow parking, but that we as officers do use discretion in tagging vehicles parked in fire lanes. It was explained that we would basically allow him to stop in the fire lane and to unload the clothing, and that if we saw him going in and out to the vehicle we would not tag him, but when he finished unloading he would, at that time, be required to park his vehicle in the lot and then go back and sort, or put away, the clothing. Mr. Haugland felt 'that that is what he had done on the 9th. I advised him that I would speak with the officer that had written the tag and get back to him. I spoke with Officer Thompson, who had written the tag. Officer Thompson stated that he had parked in front of Mr. Haugland's vehicle and had waited for over five minutes before he had issued the citation. He stated at that time he could not see anyone inside the business. Officer Thompson informed me that he had warned Mr. Haugland previously about leaving his car in the fire lane when he was not unloading. I have tried to get ahold of Mr. Haugland this afternoon, but was unable to do so. I will call him back and advise him of my findings. I did inform Mr. Haugland that we would try to monitor other parking problems in the fire lane at this location. Mr. Haugland was very appreciative of the fact that we had gotten back to him on his complaint. ciM DEL 20'91 CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE December 16, 1991 TERRY KELLY, 2735 JEWEL LANE, 475-2058 PROBLEM: The caller reported an apparent watermain break in the street in front of his house. SOLUTION: The call was referred to the Sewer and Water Department. They will check it out this morning and repair it. ear,; ki 2 �; 191 2754 Thomas Avenue North Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411 November 22, 1991 f Plymouth Police Department 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 Chief Richard Carlquist: We are writing this as we would like you to relay to Officers John Skirrott and Dave Thompson that on October 31, 1991 we were involved in a serious car accident and upon the arrival of the officers they managed to put our mind some what at ease in what was a very traumatic situation for us. We believe they went way beyond what is required of an officer. We hold the action of these officers in the highest regard and will never forget that they were there in our time of need. Please thank them for us. Sincerely, <I -ed' -/- Mr. & Mrs. Ted Dickmann am Utl. 2U'91 a2 \ �C� HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES RIDGEDALE DRIVE AT PLYMOUTH ROAD HENNEPIN 12601 Ridgedale Drive Minnetonka, Minnesota 55343-5648 LIU (612) 541-8530 a X391. December 13, 1991 Jim Willis Plymouth City Manager y 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Jim, In response to your correspondence to me dated October 23, 1991, the excerpt below is taken from the Hennepin County Library Board Meeting Minutes of October 24, 1991 which were approved at the Library Board meeting on Thursday, December 12, 1991. PLYMOUTH R. Rohlf updated the Board on current status of the project and reported on his meeting with Commissioners Makowske and Jude. Quick -take order has been approved and signed; questions remain in the land acquisition and transfer of deed. The County has not started the designer selection process so an architect has not been selected. G. Wunderlich is currently developing the building program. As requested, we will continue to forward any items appearing in our Minutes relating to the proposed Plymouth Library. Sincerely, Bob Rohlf, Director D� �j I �Lf JXJ HENNEPIN COUNTY an equal opportunity employer CIM ac 20'91 IvwdrffFOMTs 1155 �n,,��svitty Lt N nlreapuks SLLN55447 December 12, 1991 Mayor Kim Bergman: You asked for input on the new Seniors Housing. I am an article I cut from the Minneapolis Star Paper.which very good suggestions. \3 �. enc bsing gives some When I was young (am now 71 years old) I dreamed some day I would be whealthy, and my one ambition was to build a complex for the Siniors. Wouldn't it be beautiful to have some little houses economically build so that singles and couples could live in a home where they could bhve a dog, a garden, and somewhere they could have things as they had them in their own homes. For those who couldn't take care of themselves; a building such a dormatory for them to stay in. Also, have places like a barber shop, grocery, shops close by or incorporated in the Dor;m Building. Also a place to congregate dine if it was possible, and a place to go to to play cards or have parties. I could elaborate on this dream, but I won't take up more of your time. I would enjoy coming to meetings you have 'but most of them are held at evening hours. I don't like to travel at night alone, so I stay home, but I am most interested in Plymouth. I have lived at the above address since 1950. Sincerely, yours, Ivadell Farrells CIM ot1 2U,91 :+wG;dit;ltE�i3 Design/ Easy changes let senior live independently Continued from page 1R For older homes, one solution — and it's costly — is to make architectural changes. This can involve knocking out walls to create more space, in- stalling lifts and elevators, leveling floors, lowering kitchen and bath- room cabinets and shelves, widening doorways, installing ramps and add- ing bathrooms on the first floor. Many people on a fixed income can't afford to make sweeping changes. They can, however, make many easy and fairly inexpensive improve- ments. Some changes benefit every- one, such as installing lever handles or doorknob adapters. "The day they created the lever han- dle they should never have made another doorknob," says barrier -free design architect Don Liss of WellBe Design in Mount Lebanon, Pa. "You have your arms full of groceries, there's no way you can use a door- knob, but you can turn a lever with an elbow or hip." There are other home features to consider. ■ Lighting should be strong and well- balanced. By age 70, a person re- quires three to six times as much light to see as the average 30 -year- old. Several lower -wattage light sources are better than a single large - wattage light source in a room. The new, energy-saving fluorescent bulbs are easier on eyes. In the kitchen, under -counter task lighting can illu- minate the sink, counters and stove. ■ Changing color schemes can also help. Experts advise contrasting col- ors because they're easier to see than monochromatic or neutral schemes. The elderly see oranges and reds most easily, Wright says. To make them stand out, try colorful contrasts for sofa pillows, tablecloths, dishes and even door frames. For stairs, you can use white tape on the top and bottom steps to mark the change in elevation. Stenciling is an- other option for marking areas. ■ For furnishings, place the most sta- ble pieces near doorways. Free-stand- ing items such as floor lamps or tall plant stands are a threat to people who use walkers or canes, and should be in the feast -traveled areas. Uphol- stered furniture should not be too low or deep. hooks, lamps and bookshelves to make sure they're within easy reach. If not, lower them. The same goes for shelves and tabletops where a person keeps frequently used items such as handbags, telephone books and cook- ware. ■ Install grab rails in key areas such as hallways, bathrooms and along stairs. If you don't need a door, re- move it or install a light, hollow -core door. Another option: swing -clear hinges that enlarge door openings. ■ Wax or grease drawers so they slide in and out easily. ■ Replace hazardous throw rugs and mats. Carpeting should be taut, densely woven and secure. ■ Use night lights in hallways, bath- rooms and bedrooms. ■ Fit stove controls with covers hav- ing larger numerals. ■ Install revolving round trays in cabinets to keep frequently used items, such as seasonings, within easy reach. ■ Lower kitchen cabinets to 15 inch - 0 Survey the light switches, coat es above the counter instead of the standard 18 to 24 inches to put mor. shelves within easy reach. Improvements should emphasiz ease of function and safety. , Sanford E. Blatt, a barrier -free desig, consultant and president of PHI Technologies of Squirrel Hill, Pa recommends installing sensors fo gas -leakage and special ground-fau' electrical outlets, which have quicl acting circuit breakers that prever. shocks. Basically, you want to arrange th home so its resident can keep doin things he or she has been doing. "It's the psychology of being ind( pendent," says Blatt. People wh have taken care of themselves a their lives have difficulty acceptin that they can't do things. "These (in provements) mean they can live wit individual dignity and indepet dence." CIM 0 20,91- December 16, 1991 Doug Schon Plymouth/Wayzata Soccer 6055 Kirkwood Ln Plymouth, MN 55442 Dear Mr. Schon: CIN OF PLYM0UTR On December 10, the City Council approved the 1992 City budget and tax levy. During our review of the 1992 budget, we discussed two items which are of prime interest to the athletic associations. The first dealt with the $5 non- resident fee that was implemented at our request in 1991, and the second dealt with our facility rental rates. Based on our review of the revenue raised by the $5 non-resident fee, the Council has decided to drop this fee effective January 1, 1992. On the second issue, it was the unanimous feeling of the present Council and the newly elected councilmembers that the City should continue with its tournament facility rental policy, charging the same rates in 1992 as the policy called for in 1991. This means there will be no increase of the rate in 1992, but it also means there will not be any reductions to our policy at this time. I hope that our early communication of these decisions to you will help you in planning your fee structure for the 1992 athletic prgrams. On behalf of all the service you provide assistance to you in 550-5065. Sincerely, Kim M. Bergman Mayor Councilmembers, to the youth of any way, please KMB/np cc: City Council Park Commission Park and Recreation Director I wish to thank you for the outstanding the City of Plymouth. If I can be of do not hesitate to give me a call at CIM UtL 20,91 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 DATE: December 16, 1991 TO: Steve Deuth, Engineering Aide FROM: Scott Hovet, City Assessor SUBJECT: RESIDENTIAL HOMESTEAD CLASSIFICATION HAROLD L. WINTERHALTER 18260 MEDINA ROAD, PLYMOUTH, 55446 18-118-22-42-0004 Mr. Winterhalter has requested in writing that we reclassify the three adjoining parcels from agricultural non -homestead to residential homestead classification. This will confirm that the four following property identification numbers are classified as residential full homestead for the January 2, 1992 assessment. 18-118-22-42-0003 18-118-22-42-0004* 18-118-22-42-0005 18-118-22-42-0006 *This PID is where the residence is located. By reclassifying these above described properties as residential homestead, all four PID's will qualify for the three year deferral per City Council direction. cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dale Hahn, Finance Director H. L. Winterhalter, Property Owner CiM DLL 2 0 ''91 December 17, 1991 CITY OF William J. Brown PLYMOUTF�F Field Division General Manager United States Postal Service 100 So. 1st Street Minneapolis, MN 55401-9998 Dear Mr. Brown: I appreciate your willingness to meet with a group of Plymouth business leaders Thursday morning, December 19. Due to previous business commitments I will be unable to join you. I want to share with you the essence of a number of comments which have been made to me during the past several weeks by various parties within our community. These comments come from not only persons affiliated with business, but also many citizens. The essence of the comments is that they are disappointed that the new postal station in eastern Plymouth will not offer the traditional hands-on services they have come to expect and rely upon. These folks appreciate the service they have received from your employees at the current Plymouth Post Office, as well as postal facilities in other jurisdictions. They have the perception that the full range of services they have come to enjoy are not going to be fully available at the new station and think they will be obligated to transact some of their postal business at a facility other than the new one being built near their homes and/or businesses. From previous conversations I have had with you, I understand you are sensitive to customer service. I also recognize that the new facility being constructed will have the flexibility to offer direct customer service if and when that decision is made. The purpose of this letter is urge you to give that additional consideration at this time. Yours truly, Kim M. Bergman Mayor KMB:kec CIM UtU 2 Q '9 1 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 Mr. Frank H. Freels Chair Park and Recreation Advisory Commission 14264 23rd Avenue North Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Frank: I am sorry to learn of your resignation as Chair and a member of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission effective at the end of the year. You will be missed. You have provide PRAC with a great deal of invigoration and leadership over the past several years. Without your leadership it is likely that we would not have been able to have made the strides we have with respect to building new and improved parks for the citizens of Plymouth. Thanks Frank for your interest and support over the years. I wish you all the best in the years ahead. Best regards, 4es G. Willis Manager JW:kec CIM UtC 20'91 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 yE�J Distinction in Design, Inc. 14264 23rd Avenue North, Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 . 612/550-1138 - FAX 612/550-1348 December 3, 1991 Mayor Kim Bergman City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth MN 55447 Dear Mayor Bergman, It has been a great experience for me serving on the PRAC advisory commission. I have learned a great deal about city government and also the contributions made by many voluntary citizens groups in making Plymouth a Star City. In my three years as a commissioner, 1 have seen Parker's Lake expansion, the development of Bass Lake Park, Swan Park, Shiloh, Greenlock, 10th Avenue Park, improvements in our trail system and other park improvements completed or being completed in 1992. It is with regret that I resign from PRAC as chairperson effective December 31, 1991. The Freels' have built a new home in Florida and we plan to spend several months each year there. I would be unable to perform the duties as required for such an important position. I want to thank Mr. Eric Blank and his staff for the wonderful help and support they have given me and the other PRAC commissioners. My thanks to all PRAC Commissioners, and my best regards to you and the City Council members. Sincerely, ---, �/`� 17,1-11ZZC� - Frank H. Freels Chairperson PRAC FHF/jj cc: Mr. Eric Blank \ f \-7�- ; CIM UtC 2 0 191 December 17, 1991 Larry Bakken Mayor City of Golden Valley 7800 Golden Valley Road Golden Valley, MN 55427 SUBJECT: JANUARY 13 FORUM Dear Mr. Bakken: This is just a reminder that the forum sponsored by the Plymouth Charter Commission is scheduled for Monday, January 13 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Plymouth City Center, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. We appreciate your taking time from your busy schedule to be a member of the panel. Plymouth's Charter Commission has met on five occasions. We have been supplied with a wide variety of reading materials from the League of Minnesota Cities and have received presentations from Dave Kennedy, Attorney - Holmes and Graven, Plymouth City staff members, and have viewed the April 1991 League of Women Voters forum. The purpose of this forum is to discuss the benefits of statutory versus charter city designation. Because of the complexity and number of issues involved, we hope the forum will challenge us to consider both the obvious and subtle implications of establishing a charter. We encourage complete examination of all sides of each issue. There are six specific issues which the Charter Commission has discussed. We hope that collectively you will address each: 1. Advantages and disadvantages of establishing election days other than the first Tuesday after the first Monday of November, and even versus odd years. 2. Benefits and disadvantages of having a Council size of five, seven, nine, or some other number. 3. Advantages and disadvantages associated with wards, elections at -large, or combinations of the two. CIM JtL 2 0'91 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 Mr. Larry Bakken December 17, 1991 Page 2 4. Benefits of having four-year council staggered terms and a two-year mayoral term. The advantages of a longer mayoral term should be addressed as well. 5. The potential advantages or disadvantages of forms of government other than council/manager including a strong mayor forum. 6. The benefits of, disadvantages associated with, and usage of initiative referendum and recall provisions in charters. The format for the forum will involve a brief introduction of each of the four panel members by myself. For your information, the four panelists are: Larry Bakken - Mayor of Golden Valley, Desyl Peterson - City Attorney for the City of Minnetonka, Stan Peskar - Legal Council for the League of Minnesota Cities, Jon Elam - City Administrator of Maple Grove. Following the introduction, each of the panelists will be given five minutes to make general comments. Next, questions will be asked of the panel by Charter Commission members or the audience. For your information, I have attached a roster of our Charter Commission members. The forum will be televised on Plymouth Local Government Access Channel 37 and will be rebroadcast after the initial live airing. If you have any questions about the forum, feel free to contact Frank Boyles at 550-5013. Sincerel , erney Plymouth Charter Commission Chairperson JT:kec cc: Mayor & City Council C'm JtC 20'91 Larry Bakken Mayor City of Golden Valley 7800 Golden Valley Road Golden Valley, MN 55427 Desyl Peterson City Attorney City of Minnetonka 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Minnetonka, MN 55345 Jon Elam City of Maple Grove 9401 Fernbrook Lane Maple Grove, MN 55369 Stan Peskar League of Minnesota Cities 183 University Avenue East St. Paul, MN 55101 CIM UEC 20'91 MEMO CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 DATE: December 18, 1991 TO: Stan Peskar / FROM: Joy Tierney SUBJECT: FORUM Could you be sure to focus on these questions at our forum? 1. Why haven't communities adopted charters in the last few years? 2. What are the predominant issues that motivated the adoption of charters, if any? 3. What specific municipal powers are best controlled by charter as opposed to statutes? 4. Address recent legislative actions to "fine tune" statutory city authority? Do you see additional fine tuning by the Legislature in the next few years dealing with some of the issues identified in my letter? Thank you. JT:kec S.F. 1/13/92 ciM UEC 2U'91 X13 December 17, 1991 Gary Schiebe Plymouth Historical 2035 Vagabond Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 CITY OF Society PUMOUTR SUBJECT: 1992 FUNDING FROM THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH Dear Mr. Schiebe: The City Council has adopted the 1992 City Budget. Following consideration of the materials you submitted, the City Council determined to provide support to the Plymouth Historical Society in the amount of $5,600. This represents an allocation of up to $4,725 to cover the utility costs associated with the Historical Society building as contained in your budget request of July 28, 1991. The remainder, $875, is one-half of the total anticipated expense of $1,750 to redo your display room separator walls and wallpaper in the museum. I believe that all utility costs are billed directly to the City. Capital outlay work should be invoiced to the City once the work has been completed. In accordance with Council policy, we will pay up to $875 of any approved work completed. Prior to finalizing your specifications, you should be in contact with Jack Tabery, 550-5112 in order that he is aware of and can approve your planned improvements. Let me know if you have any questions. Sincerely, Frank Boyles Assistant City Manager FB:kec cc: Jack Tabery, Property Management Coordinator Dale Hahn, Finance Director Mayor & City Council CIM DEC 20'91 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 HENNEPIN COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER Family Practice Department Faculty Stuart V. Thorson, M.D.. Chief Robert J. Johnson. M.D. Eugene C. Ott, M.D. Jerome F. Potts. M.D. Harley J. Racer, M.D. Daniel N. Riley, M.D. Peter A. Setness, M.D. Family Medical Center Five West Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-827-9777 Fax: 612-827-9734 C EE� N y i Los .11 An equal opporffinify employer DEL 2 0'11 Faculty Stuart V. Thorson, M.D., Chief Robert J. Johnson, M.D. Eugene C. Ott, M.D. Jerome F. Potts, M.D. Harley J. Racer, M.D. Daniel N. Riley, M.D. Peter A. Setness, M.D. HENNEPIN COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER Family Practice Department Family Medical Center Five West Lake Street Minneapolis, MN 55408 612-827-9777 Fax: 612-827-9734 _r o m u"<r 2 u91 An equal opportunity employer MEMO CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 DATE: December 13, 1991 TO: Dale Hahn, Director of Finance FROM: Bob Pemberton, Risk Management Coordinator SUBJECT: ARIF ALTAF 5715 SYCAMORE LANE PLYMOUTH, MN 55442 On December 6, 1991 Tom Vetsch and I inspected mailboxes reportedly hit and damaged by the City snowplows as the result of the November 30, 1991 storm. We inspected the mailbox and support at 5715 Sycamore Lane and found no marks that would indicate snowplow contact. The horizontal support for the mailbox was a 4" X 4" beam that was notched to the point that a sliver of wood measuring 1" X 3/4" was the sole structural strength for the beam. We concluded that the design was defective and the force of the snow coming off the plow blade caused the horizontal support to fail. That afternoon Mr. Altaf spoke with Tom Vetsch and was informed that the snow plow hadn't struck the mailbox and the design of the post was substandard or defective. He wasn't satisfied with Tom's response and was given my telephone number. Sharon Mohr also called me with his telephone number and after several attempts I was able to reach him at home. I spoke with Mr Altaf and tried to explain our snow plowing policy and the necessity of storing snow on the City owned right of way adjacent to the curb line. He was insistent that the snowplow hit his mailbox and the City was responsible. I explained that our crews don't intentionally damage property, but sometimes it occurs because the snow has to go somewhere. However, that doesn't mean we were negligent or responsible for the damage. He was insistent that we repair his mailbox and I informed him that under our current policy we would only respond if we made direct contact with the mailbox. He replied that the snow coming off the plow blade constituted direct contact and we were going to repair his mailbox. I again repeated our position and also informed him that the most likely cause of the entire problem was the severe notching of the horizontal support which robbed it of its structural strength. I told him that in effect it was a poor CIM Ute 20,91 memo Arif Altaf Page 2 design and it was a matter of time before the beam failed. I applied the same policy to Mr. Altaf's claim that I have used with all the other claims being presented against the City of Plymouth. BP/cr CI r 20st December 19, 1991 Arif Altaf 5715 Sycamore Lane Plymouth, MN 55442 Dear Mr. Altaf: Mayor Bergman has forwarded your letter of December 11 to me for response. First, let me apologize if you felt that the service you received from any one of our employees was less than satisfactory, or that you were treated in other than a courteous fashion. It is our endeavor to treat all our residents with courtesy and respect in their dealings with us. Mr. Bob Pemberton, the City's Risk Management Coordinator and Mr. Tom Vetsch, our Street Maintenance Superintendent, have reviewed each of the complaints we have received from citizens regarding damage caused by snowplows. Most of the complaints surround damage to mailboxes. The practice in the City has been to assume responsibility for damage to mailboxes only in those instances where it can be clearly demonstrated that the mailbox was struck by the plow itself and not by the snow coming off of the plow. From the inspection conducted by both Mr. Vetsch and Mr. Pemberton, it appears that the damage to your mailbox was as a result of snow and not being struck by the plow. We obviously regret that your mailbox was damaged as a result of snowplowing operations. We cannot however, assume responsibility for repairing or replacing your mailbox as our investigation indicates that it was not physically struck by a plow. If you wish to discuss this matter with me further, please feel free to contact me at 550-5011. Yours truly, es G. Willis Cit Manager . ec cc: Mayor & City Council ciM DEC 20'91 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 12/17/91 Mayor Kim Bergman City Center Plymouth, MN Ref: TRASH SCREENING TASK FORCE REPORT Mr. Mayor, Having sat through the City Council Meeting last night, it did not seem clear what recommendations were being made and why. It was a long evening, with time at a premium. I take this opportunity to make my perceptions of the task force's actions known. We felt that undue burdens should not be placed on business in order that they continue to participate in recycling activities. They should not have to build new enclosures just to accommodate recycling containers. However,...new construction or expansions of current business operations, should have to provide adequate space and screening for both trash and recycling. We felt it was important for the City to be pro -recycling,.. as well as anti -clutter. 11 Current ordinances (written in the "70s) dealt with screening and enclosures for trash only. It was not foreseen at that time that environmentally necessary recycling activities would progress to current levels, and necessitate multiple containers. There are two general problems. Trash and recycling materials at current business operations are not meeting the ordinances that have been in place for many years. Secondly, how do we interact with developers in providing for adequate space in future projects. In recommending that recycling containers be a legal non- conformance at existing business locations we accomplish three things. a- We are pro -recycling. b- A great deal of the enforcement problem disappears. c- Business is not financially burdened ONLY because they want to participate in recycling. Trash containment (as opposed to recycling) is also a problem in out City. This is a separate issue from recycling, and we tried to provide a means for business to justify correcting the problem where it exists. ciM DEC 20'91 page 2: All business ventures in the City have a site plan that provided for trash screening. Where the containers no longer fit the enclosures, it is generally for economical/finacial reasons. There are economies of scale that affect or have changed how business deals with trash removal. It is less expensive for business to have a larger container removed on a less frequent -basis. In many instances this has caused management to opt for containers larger than their original site plan would accommodate,... in order to realize the savings provided by less frequent pick-up schedules. Where this has occurred, business has already been saving considerable money, or has avoided paying increased trash hauling fees. Jur recommendation was to enforce the original site plan at offending locations. If the business can or wants to go back to smaller containers, then the problem is solved. If the business opts to redesign their trash area (in -order to accommodate the larger, less expensive containers) they must meet current ordinances which provide screening for both trash and recycling materials. Business should be able to justify additional resources based on savings realized through less frequent trash hauler schedules. Regarding developers of new construction projects: We spent the greater part of three meetings trying to develop a standard (percent of building or site square footage) that could reasonably be incorporated into new construction design. To require a minimum sized trash/recycling area seemed possible, and we settled on providing room enough for two 4 yard containers. What proved to be very problematical was to provide a design standard to which developers could design their buildings. There are ,lust to many variables and future unknown building use possibilities. We felt City Planning Staff should be given the flexibility to interact with builders based on planned usage at each project. This would not place an unnecessary burden on developers, causing them to design oversize areas, and increase costs. Where agreement could not be reached at the Staff level, appeals to City Council would be appropriate. We felt that developers should be encouraged to provide adequate recycling space on their own. One way to do this was to recommend that they not be penalized by having to provide parking for building square footage dedicated to trash/recycling areas. In other words, deduct the trash/recycling square footage from the building square footage before the parking formula is applied. CIM DtL z U 'V J page 3: An additional recommendation was made to upgrade those businesses currently electing to use a legally non -conforming recycling container. We recommended that whenever there is a substantial or material change -at an ongoing business where a new site plan is required,...the new site plan will meet current ordinances that provide screening for both trash and recycling materials. This recommendation was meant to apply to expansion of operations only. Minor changes (signage, curbing, etc.) would be exempt from having to meet the new ordinances. realize that this subject is probably not high on your list of City priorities, but you may need to field questions on the intent of our recommendations. if you have further questions please give me a call. Ed Albro (012 ) 553-2540 ars JEC 2 0'91 December 19, 1991 Mr. John Linc Stine Regional Hydrologist Department of Natural Metro Waters - 1200 Warner Road St. Paul, MN 55106 rPCITVCOF PLYMOUTH+ Resources SUBJECT: PERMIT NO. 91-6185, NORTHWEST BOULEVARD AND SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD CONSTRUCTION, WETLANDS 27-59OW AND 27-591W, CITY OF PLYMOUTH, HENNEPIN COUNTY Dear Mr. Stine: Thank you for your letter of December 16 conveying the subject permit for the construction of Northwest Boulevard and Schmidt Lake Road. We appreciate the efforts you and your staff devoted to the process of determining the appropriate alignment for this project. Yours was not an easy decision, given the divergent views which were presented to you on behalf of some of the area residents, as well as the City and its consultants. We believe that you have, through the granting of your permit, concluded that the alignment proposed as preferred by the City is indeed the most appropriate, all factors considered. We believe that having gone through this process, the additional comments and information shared at the numerous meetings will result in a project which is environmentally sensitive, as well as environmentally sound. We pledge to work with you and your associates to incorporate the mitigation measures you have suggested as we develop plans for the project. The City's consultants and staff will work cooperatively with your staff to ensure that the understandings reached between your agency and the City are not only carried out in the planning process, but throughout the construction of the project. Thank you again for the cooperation we have received from your agency and its personnel. Yours truly, 4Jes G. Willis Manager JW:kec cc: Mayor & City Council Fred Moore, Public Works Director CIM uF120'91 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 STATE OF /� H CilM S O UZ% DEPARTMENT OF METRO WATERS, 1200 WARNER PHONE NO. 772-7910 December 16, 1991- Mr. 991 Mr. James Willis City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 NATURAL RESOURCES RD., ST. PAUL, MN 55106 FILE NO. 0i RE: PERMIT #91-6185, NORTHWEST BOULEVARD AND SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD CONSTRUCTION, WETLANDS 27-59OW AND 27-591W, CITY OF PLYMOUTH, HENNEPIN COUNTY Dear Mr. Willis: The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has determined that permit application #91-6185, for the placement of fill and structures in state protected waters and wetlands, will be issued for the modified "AD" alignment summarized in the Department's November 20, 1991 draft decision document. The main modifications of the city's original proposal include: 1. the bridge over the Soo Line Railroad would be approximately doubled in length (approximately 250 feet versus the 125 foot bridge proposed); 2. a portion of the wooded area to the east of wetland 27- 590W and south of 27-589W would be preserved by appropriate legal methods to provide continuity of the existing ecosystem; and 3. the portion of existing West Medicine Lake Road within and immediately adjacent to Curtis Lake (27-593W) would be included in a mitigation plan designed by a qualified biologist. Because the proposal is still in the preliminary design stage, the DNR permit will not specify the details of the work authorized. The permit will include requirements to submit detailed construction and mitigation plans, in appropriate phases, for DNR approval. CIM DEL 20'91 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER James Willis December 16, 1991 Page (2) The Department appreciates the cooperation and participation of all parties in the review/input process surrounding the DNR's draft decision. This process provided an opportunity to consider the spectrum of environmental and other public concerns. Because of the input received, the Department was able to clarify and understand the most suitable road design, construction, and wetland mitigation features so that environmental impacts can be minimized. Sincerely, hn Linc Stine Regional Hydrologist JLS0012/CL cc: Tim Phenow, Strgar-Roscoe-Fauch Tim Fell, USCOE Dale Claridge, Shingle Creek Water Management Commission John Stemper, Bass Lake Heights 4th Bryan Sykora, Meadows of Bass Lake Sue Coyne, Bass Lake Woods Wayne Barstad, DNR Ecological Services Tim Wallace, DNR Wildlife Dave Zappetillo, DNR Fisheries Ron Anderson, DNR Waters Charlotte Cohn, DNR Office of Planning Gregg Downing, EQB Pat Murphy, Hennepin County Dept. of Transportation Doug Bryant, Hennepin County Parks Rich Cool, MN Pollution Control Agency C►m &-c 20'91 FTDEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY TAX AND PUBLIC RECORDS A607 Government Center HENNEPIN Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487-0067 Crossroads To Service December 17, 1991 Laurie Rauenhorst, Clerk City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 Dear Ms. Rauenhorst: Within the next several months, local government redistricting will move into high gear with more stringent time constraints than ever before. This will require cities and counties to complete their redistricting activities quickly and accurately and will necessitate frequent, effective communications among jurisdictions in order to notify the state and voters of district boundary and precinct changes prior to candidate filing deadlines and the 1992 primary and general elections. The purpose of this letter is to advise you of county redistricting policies and the services that are being offered to municipalities to support redistricting and facilitate the incorporation of municipal plans into the county redistricting plan. POLICIES AND SERVICES 1. The Hennepin County Board exercised, on behalf of the county and its municipalities, the special redistricting levy authority granted by the 1991 Legislature. This levy provides for funding in the amount of $.25 per capita for cities having populations of 30,000 or more. The County Board has extended funding to all municipalities that are required to redistrict regardless of population. Redistricting payments to municipalities will be payable upon receipt of their redistricting plans by the county, subsequent to the finalization of state legislative districts. 2. The county will provide redistricting software (PaperTiger by GeoSpan Corporation) and necessary census data to municipalities without charge in exchange for a copy of the municipal redistricting plan in this format. 3. The county will generate reports on municipal population, voting age . population, and other data to confirm municipal precinct reports. 4. Upon request, the county will prepare official ward/precinct maps, as required by statute, on a cost basis. HENNEPIN COUNTY an equal opportunity employerr%�+ 20'g� Laurie Rauenhorst, Clerk December 17, 1991 page 2 In addition to the redistricting policies and services described above, the county would also like to invite representatives of each municipality within Hennepin County to attend a redistricting meeting at the Minnetonka City Hall Council Chambers, on Wednesday, January 8, at 9:30 a.m. The agenda for this meeting will include: * Review of county and municipal redistricting responsibilities and timelines. * Receive an update on pending state and federal court cases and legislative initiatives dealing with redistricting and their implications for cities and counties. * Review county policies and services being offered to support municipal redistricting including: - Distribution of special redistricting levy - Redistricting software - Mapping services * Demonstration of redistricting software that is being made available to municipalities. * Open discussion of redistricting/voter registration issues. If you have any questions or comments or wish further information, please contact me at 348-4084, or Marge Christianson at 348-5103. Sincere , ,�� tel° Patrick H. O'Connor, irec" tiff Property Tax and Public Records PHO:sw c: Mayor Kim M. Bergman CIM Dec 2Q11