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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
October 25, 1991
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS....
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR NOVEMBER:
NOVEMBER 4 7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
City Council Chambers
NOVEMBER 18 6:30 P.M. PLYMOUTH FORUM
City Council Chambers
7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
City Council Chambers
NOVEMBER 20 11:00 A.M. BUDGET STUDY SESSION
Council Conference Room
NOVEMBER 26 7:00 P.M. BUDGET STUDY SESSION
Council Conference Room
2. SPECIAL ONE -DAY RECYCLING COLLECTION -- Saturday, October
26. A special, one -day collection of appliances,
household items, clothing, tires, magazines and scrap
material will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in
the City Center upper parking lot. Residents have been
informed of the recycling collection through an article
in the Plymouth News (attached). (M-2)
3. AMM POLICY ADOPTION MEETING -- Thursday, November 7. The
AMM policy adoption meeting will be at the Northland Inn
in Brooklyn Park. (Social 5:30 p.m., dinner 6:30 p.m.,
business meeting at 7:30 p.m.) Attached is a copy of the
meeting notice. If any member of the Council plans to
attend the meeting, please contact Laurie so that a
reservation may be made for you. (M-3)
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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October 25, 1991
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4. METROPOLITAN WASTE CONTROL COMMISSION MEETING TO DISCUSS
PHOSPHOROUS REMOVAL-- Thursday, November 7, 7:30 A.M.,
Kopper Kettle Restaurant, Osseo. Attached is a letter
from Charles Weaver, Chair of the Metropolitan Waste
Control Commission. If you would like to attend this
meeting, or one of the others listed, please let Laurie
know and we will have reservations made for you. (M-4)
5. LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA MUNICIPALITIES ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE
POLICIES ADOPTION MEETING -- Thursday, November 21.
We have received a copy of the proposed 1992 legislative
policies and priorities of the League of Minnesota Cities
(LMC). The League annually has a general meeting of its
membership to review and vote upon these policies and
priorities. This year the meeting will be held on
Thursday, November 21 at the Registry Hotel in
Bloomington. The meoi-Ang will commence at 9 a.m. with
the discussion of various topics of interest to League
members. The actual consideration of the proposed
policies will commence at 1:30 p.m. A copy of the
meeting notice is attached. If you desire to attend,
please contact Laurie Rauenhorst by November 4. A copy
of the proposed 1992 policies and priorities is on file
in my office for your information and review. (M-5)
6. MEETING CALENDARS -- City Council calendars for October
and November are attached. Also attached are City Center
calendars for October - December. (M-6)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. NOVEMBER 5 ELECTIONS:
a. The attached letter has been sent to Precinct 6
registered voters advising of the change in polling
location for the November 5 election.
b. Attached is an information brochure being distributed
by School District 284 on their $2.54 million levy
referendum.
c. A memorandum from Laurie Rauenhorst explaining for
election results will be made available to the public
on November 5. ( I-1)
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October 25, 1991
Page 3
2. ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR THE PLANNING COMMISSION AND
BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS -- Both the Planning
Commission and Board of Zoning have elected officers to
serve for a one year term.
Planning Commission
Chair - Michael Stulberg
Vice Chair - Dennis Zylla
Board of Zonina Ad-iustments and AAneals
Chair - Chuck Ulmer
Vice Chair - Fred Lips
A revised Planning Commission roster is also attached for
the Council's information. (I-2)
3. PUBLIC WORKS MAINTENANCE BUILDING PROJECT - LETTER FROM
BRW -- The attached letter from BRW reviews the matter of
extra work being encountered at the project area as a
result of unforeseen conditions. The items fall into
three essential categories: 1) remove contaminated soil
resulting from leaking used oil storage and a drain waste
trap; 2) corrective work involving removal of unsuitable
soils at various points on the site under the building
foundation; and 3) corrective work to support an existing
sanitary sewer in the area which was immediately under
foundation footings. The cost of these additional items
amount to $62,531. We anticipate having a change order
on the Council agenda on November 4. (I-3)
4. NORTHWEST BOULEVARD - LETTER FROM ADJACENT RESIDENTS TO
CEIL STRAUSS, AREA HYDROLOGIST - DNR -- The attached
letter dated October 14 has been sent to Ceil Strauss of
the DNR regarding the City's most recent submittal with
respect to the proposed alignments for Northwest
Boulevard. We have not yet heard from the DNR on the
status of our submittal, nor when they plan to hold their
public meeting. As soon as that information is
available, I will share it with the Council. (I-4)
5. DEVELOPMENT SIGNAGE -- On Friday, November 1, development
signs will be installed at the following locations:
a. 1770 Fernbrook Lane North (91091). Wagner Spray Tech
is requesting approval of a Site Plan Amendment to
demolish an existing building, a Conditional Use
Permit for the outside storage of trucks and trailers,
a Final Plat to consolidate Lot 1 and Outlot A into
one lot, and Variances related to parking
requirements.
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October 25, 1991
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b. 4190 Vinewood Land (Rockford Road Plaza) (91092).
Margaret Liao is requesting approval of a Conditional
Use Permit for a Class II restaurant to be located
within the Rockford Road Shopping Center.
c. 2705 Annapolis Lane (91095). Kelly inn Ltd. is
requesting approval of a Site Plan Amendment and
Conditional Use Permit to allow a new roof cupola to
exceed the 45 foot height limit by 13 feet and to add
a portecochere onto the east side of the building.
These requests will be heard by the Planning Commission
at their Wednesday, November 13 meeting.
6. EMPLOYEE SAFETY LUNCHEON -- On Tuesday, October 21, the
14th annual Employee Safety Luncheon was held. A total
of 153 employees participated in the two luncheons.
Employees who achieved a 10 year safe driver award
received a $100 savings bonds. Employees who had
attained a 5 year award received a $50 savings bond.
Attached are statistics for vehicular and personal injury
accidents in which City employees have been involved in
the last year. Overall, from an accident prevention
standpoint, employees are to be congratulated for another
good year of safe working and driving. (I-6)
7. MINUTES•
a. Planning Commission, October 9, 1991. (I -7a)
b. Suburban Rate Authority, October 16, 1991 (I -7b)
c. Municipal Legislative Commission, Board of Directors
meeting, July 31, 1991. (I -7c)
8. ACCEPTANCE OF FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND SINGLE
AUDIT REPORTS FOR THE HRA BY HUD FOR THE YEAR ENDING
12/31/91 -- HRA Chair David Crain has received a letter
from Mr. Thomas Feeney of the local HUD office, informing
us that they, "found that it (the audit) complies with
the instructions of the Department of Housing and Urban
Development." His letter also notes that the HRA's
responses to four recommendations in the audit findings
were acceptable to HUD. A copy of the letter and the
audit report, previously furnished to the Council, are on
file for your review.
9. CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE -- Information on a call received
on the customer service line is attached. (I-9)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM
October 25, 1991
Page 5
a. New Employees:
Tina McNamara has been hired effective October 28 as a
Community Service Officer to replace John Sigfrinius.
Tina has been working part-time as an intern in the
Dakota County Sheriff's Department, as well as working
as a Recreation Supervisor for the City of Lakeville.
She graduated in June 1991 from Mankato State with a
degree in Law Enforcement/Corrections.
Judy Gooden has been hired effective October 28 as a
Senior Clerk Typist in the Police Department. She
replaces Phyllis Baker. Judy was working part-time
for the Columbia Heights Police Department before
coming to Plymouth.
b. Promotion:
John Sigfrinius has
to the position of
Herman. John has
Officer for the past
been promoted effective October 26
Police Officer.
served as a
4-1/2 years.
He replaces Rick
Community Service
1) Letter of appreciation from Plymouth resident to
Police Department employees. (I-10)
11. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter from William Brown, General Manager/Postmaster,
U.S. Postal Service, to Mayor Bergman regarding the
proposed name for the new postal facility. (I-lla)
b. Letter from James Strommen, Attorney for Suburban Rate
Authority, to members cities, concerning the tier rate
review issue. Also attached are letters sent to
Larry Down, TwinWest Chamber President, and to the
Human Services Agencies serving Plymouth residents on
the tier rate review issue.(I-llb)
c. Letter to Robert Rohlf, Hennepin County Library, from
City Manager, regarding the County's schedule for
developing a site plan for the library, and the
appropriate agreement for the City to transfer the
site to the Library Board. (I-llc)
d. Letter responding to Marlys Jacobs, from City Manager,
on the selling of pumpkins at the intersection of
County Roads 6 and 101. (I -11d)
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October 25, 1991
Page 6
e. Letter responding to John Anderson, from City Manager,
with regard to a weed eradication assessment. (I-lle)
f. Letter responding to Tom VonderBrink, from City
Manager, concerning consideration of the usage fee
matter. (I-llf)
g. Letter from Will Hartfeldt, Attorney for Elm Creek
Watershed Management Commission, to Howard Hunt, on
its investigation of stream blockage reported by Mr.
Hunt. (I-llg)
h. Letter from Grace Norris, Community Liaison, Greater
Minneapolis Day Care Association, to City manager,
thanking the City for its continued support of child
care subsidy program. (I-llh)
i. Letter of appreciation to Eric Blank, from Rich Kenny,
Oakland, California, for donation of a flag to Mr.
Kenny's flag collection. (I-lli)
j. Letter received by Police Department from two Plymouth
"brothers" apologizing for calling 911. (I -11j)
James G. Willis
City Manager
Collection will recycle appliances, clothes and more
In October, the City will help residents
expand their recycling efforts with a spe-
cial, one -day collection of appliances,
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household items, clothing, tires, magazines
and scrap metal.
The collection will be Sat., Oct. 26 from 9
a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the upper parking lot
of the City Center, 3400 Plymouth Blvd.
There will be a charge for some items. To
ensure that the collection goes smoothly,
please review the following categories of
items that may be dropped off.
Magazines - All glossy magazines and cat-
alogues will be accepted. No Readers' Di-
gest covers, phone books, non -glossy
magazines, catalogues or TV Guides will be
accepted.
Tires - Passenger car tires and light truck
tires will be accepted with or without rims.
The cost will be $1.25 for each passenger
car tire and $2 for each light truck tire.
Charges for larger tires will be based on size
and weight.
Appliances - Household appliances such as
refrigerators, stoves and washers/dryers will
be accepted for a $5 charge per unit. No
plastic water softeners will be accepted.
Goodwill/Easter Seal - Goodwill no longer
repairs donations so only bring usable
items. Those items may include: clothing;
household items; small, working appli-
ances; small electronics; games; toys; bicy-
cles; hardware and tools; purses; shoes;
belts; hats; books; kitchen utensils; knick-
knacks; and small furniture.
Goodwill does not accept: used carpet;
mattresses or box springs; large or non-
working appliances; furniture needing re-
pair; paint; storm doors; windows; or
screens.
Scrap Metal - You may drop off scrap metal
such as swing sets, lawn furniture, grills,
bicycles, auto parts, springs, pipes, window
frames and machinery.
The collection site will be set up so that \
items are collected in the following order:
1) magazines; 2) tires; 3) appliances; 4)
Goodwill items; 5) scrap metal. By loading
your car, truck or trailer in reverse order you
will make unloading at the collection eas-
ier. Load your scrap metal first, next the
Goodwill items, then appliances. Load tires
and magazines last. This way those things
that you will be dropping off first will be�
most accessible. i
For more information, call 550-5085.
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Station on hold
Hennepin County is reevaluating solid
waste flow and volume as it relates to a
need for a County -proposed waste transfer
station at the northeast corner of Co. Rd. 6
and 1-494.
As previously reported in the Plymouth
News, the City Council voted in July to table
the County's request until January 1992.
The County requested the deferral to allow
time for the reevaluation.The City has re-
ceived no new requests or revisions to the
County's proposal request since the item
was deferred.
Polling locations
Precinct
Location
1
Plymouth City Center
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
2
Peace Lutheran Church
3695 Highway 101
3
Oakwood Elementary School
17340 County Road 6
4
Parker's Lake Baptist Church
14720 County Road 6
5
Messiah Methodist Church
17805 County Road 6
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Gleason Lake Elem. School
(*This is a new location)
310 Hwy. 101
7
Birchview Elementary School
425 Ranchview Lane
8
Christ Memorial Church
13501 Sunset Trail
9 Armstrong High School
10635 36th Avenue
10 Mt. Olivet Church
12235 Old Rockford Road
11 Pilgrim Lane School
3725 Pilgrim Lane
12 Pilgrim United Methodist
Church
4325 Zachary Lane
13 Vision of Glory Church
13200 Highway 55
14 Apostolic Lutheran Church
11015 County Road 15
15 Mpls. Laestadian Churchp•a�'!
13030 47th Avenue
16 Zachary Lane SchoddYY
4350 Zachary Lar e
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AMM Legislative Policy Adoption Meeting
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Thursday, November 7, 1991 REFI`
Northland Inn orf t99t
7101 Northland Circle N.
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
(One block north of 1-94/694 and Boone A e e)
Spouses, significant others and guests wel
Social hour £
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Cask bar
Buffet style dinner
6:30 p.m.
!?pasted Chicken
Smoked Pork,Loin
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Mouth-watering selection of safaris, vegetables and desserts
Business meeting
1:30 p.m.
Agenda on reverse side
Dinner reservations ($25 per person) to Carol Williams (227-4008) no later than
noon, Nov. 4. (Please channel ALL reservations through your office of City Man-
ager/Administrator.)
Want the low down on what the Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Rela-
tions (ACIR) plans to do with local government aid (LGA/HACA) and the Local
Government Trust Fund? Minnetonka City Manager Jim Miller, a member of ACIR,
will discuss the commission's action to date.
Will the AMM and the Metropolitan Council be in sync on legislative proposals at
the Legislature in 1992 or...? Chair Mary Anderson, a former AMM President, will
briefly outline the key legislative goals for the Council and its Agencies.
Tours of the new Brooklyn Park City Hall complex will be conducted from 4:30 p.m.
to 6 p.m. See enclosed letter of welcome from Mayor Jesse Ventura for details.
Reservations are not needed, nor is there a fee charged, for attending
only the business meeting at 7:30 p.m.
Distribution Note: This notice has been mailed directly to all member
Mayors, Council members, and City Managers/Administrators.
See map and agenda on back
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Business agenda
1. Call to order.
2. Welcome. Mayor Jesse Ventura, Brooklyn Park.
3. Advisory Commission on intergovernmental Relations (ACIR) update. Jim
Miller, Minnetonka Manager and a city representative on ACIR.
4. Key 1992 legislative thrusts of the Metropolitan Council and other Metropolitan
Agencies. Mary Anderson, Chair, Metropolitan Council.
5. Consideration and adoption of 1992 Legislative Policy Program. Copies were
previously mailed to City Managers/Administrators.
6. Input on establishing the 1992 AMM legislative priorities.
7. Other business.
8. Adjournment.
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To: Elected City Officials
Metropolitan Waste Control Commission
Mears Park Centre, 230 East Fifth Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
612 222-8423
As leaders of an environmental agency; I am eager to exchange ideas
with you, the leaders of the cities in or mear our service area.
How will we approach new challenges together? What issues are most
important to you? What could we be doing better?
One issueholds particular mutual interest for the MWCC and cities.
You may know that the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the
federal Environmental Protection Agency are currently studying the
possibility of requiring our agency to remove phosphorus from
wastewater before it is discharged. Paying for this new
requirement could force us to raise the rates we charge cities by
as much as 40%. We would like to discuss this and other issues
with you.
The focus of these meetings is more general than the budget
breakfasts we host each spring. They are an opportunity for you to
meet MWCC's policy makers, and our senior staff, and a chance for
us to gauge the pulse of the city's policy makers.
Please join us on one of the dates listed on the reverse side of
this letter. We look forward to seeing you there.
All meetings begin at 7:30 AM. Please RSVP to Sarah Kline at the
MWCC Office of Communications, 229-2129, at least three working
days before the meeting you plan to attend.
Sincerely,
Charles Weaver, Chair
Metropolitan Waste Control Commission
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BREAKFAST MEETINGS
FOR ELECTED CITY OFFICIALS
ALL MEETINGS ARE AT 7:30 'AM
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21
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CANTERBURY INN
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October 28
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5:30pm AMM Membership Meeting - Edinburgh Golf Club
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October 23, 1991 PUMOUTR
Dear Registered Voters:
Your polling location for the November 5, 1991, election has been
changed to Gleason Lake Elementary School, 310 Highway 101. The
school is located on the east side of Highway 101, directly south
of the Luce Line Trail.
The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. They are
located in the lobby at the main entrance to the school.
This change was necessary due to the reconstruction of your usual
polling place - St. Phillip the Deacon Church. We hope that St.
Phillip's will again be available as your polling location for
future elections. You will be notified of your poll location, if
it changes from Gleason Lake School, prior to the next election.
If you have any questions, please call me at 550-5014.
Sincerely,
44
Laurie Rauenhorst
City Clerk
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 284
WAYZATA, MINNESOTA
NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 284
WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
WAYZATA, MINNESOTA
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a special election has been called and will be held in
and for Independent School District No. 284 (Wayzata Public Schools), State of Minnesota,
on Tuesday, the 5th day of November, 1991, for the purpose of voting on the following
question:
THE BOARD OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 284 (WAYZATA), HAS PROPOSED TO INCREASE ITS
GENERAL EDUCATION REVENUE BY $303.07 PER ACTUAL PUPIL UNIT FOR TAXES PAYABLE IN 1992 AND
BY $357.89 PER ACTUAL PUPIL UNIT FOR TAXES PAYABLE IN 1993 TO 1996. THE ADDITIONAL REVENUE
FOR THE YEARS SPECIFIED WILL BE USED TO FINANCE SCHOOL OPERATIONS AND THE PROPERTY TAX
PORTION THEREOF WILL REQUIRE AN ESTIMATED NET TAX CAPACITY RATE OF APPROXIMATELY 4.14% FOR
TAXES PAYABLE IN 1992 AND OF APPROXIMATELY 4.89% FOR TAXES PAYABLE IN 1993. THE REFERENDUM
REVENUE AUTHORIZATION WOULD BE APPLICABLE FOR FIVE YEARS (TAXES PAYABLE IN 1992 TO 1996)
UNLESS OTHERWISE REVOKED OR REDUCED AS PROVIDED BY LAW.
YES
SHALL THE INCREASE IN THE REVENUE PROPOSED BY THE BOARD OF INDEPENDENT
SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 284 BE APPROVED?
1-1
NO
BY VOTING "YES" ON THIS BALLOT QUESTION, YOU ARE VOTING FOR A PROPERTY TAX
INCREASE.
Passage of this referendum will result in an increase in your property taxes.
*House, Garage and 1 Acre Plus 20 Acres 0 $2000 am OCT 25'91
The anticipated annual dollar
and annual percentage tax increases for typical classes
of
property
within the district are
as follows:
1992
1992
1993-96
1993-96
Dollar
Percentage
Dollar
Percentage
Market Value
Class
Increase
Increase
Increase
Increase
$
50,000
Residential Homestead
$
21
4.14%
$
24
4.89%
$
72,000
Residential Homestead
$
30
4.14%
$
35
4.89%
$
100,000
Residential Homestead
$
53
4.14%
$
63
4.89%
$
115,000
Residential Homestead
$
65
4.14%
$
77
4.89%
$
140,000
Residential Homestead
$
91
4.14%
$
102
4.89%
$
200,000
Residential Homestead
$
153
4.14%
$
160
4.89%
$
300,000
Residential Homestead
$
257
4.14%
$
258
4.89%
$
140,000
Agricultural Homestead*
$
60
4.14%
$
71
4.89%
$
240,000
Agricultural Homestead*
$
161
4.14%
$
169
4.89%
$
140,000
Agricultural Nonhomestead*
$
142
4.14%
$
168
4.89%
$
240,000
Agricultural Nonhomestead*
$
258
4.14%
$
305
4.89%
$
100,000
Apartments (1-3 Units)
$
116
4.14%
$
122
4.89%
$
200,000
Apartments (1-3 Units)
$
232
4.14%
$
245
4.89%
$
300,000
Apartments (1-3 Units)
$
348
4.14%
$
367
4.89%
$
100,000
Apartments (4 or more units)
$
145
4.14%
$
166
4.89%
$
200,000
Apartments (4 or more units)
$
290
4.14%
$
333
4.89%
$
300,000
Apartments (4 or more units)
$
435
4.14%
$
499
4.89%
$
400,000
Apartments (4 or more units)
$
580
4.14%
$
665
4.89%
*House, Garage and 1 Acre Plus 20 Acres 0 $2000 am OCT 25'91
WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOLS - NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION
PAGE 2
Any eligible voter residing in the School District may vote at said election at the polling place designated for the precinct
in which he or she resides. The polls for said election will be opened at 7:00 o'clock a.m. and will close at 8:00 o'clock p.m. on
the date of said election.
A voter must be registered to vote to be eligible to vote in this election. An unregistered individual may register to vote
at the polling place on election day.
Dated this 6th day of October, 1991.
Marilu Theodore, School District Clerk
Independent School District 284
WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
P.O. Box 660
Wayzata, MN 55391
BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD
Mariu Theodore, School District Clerk
Independent School District No. 284
Wayzata Public Schools
State of Minnesota
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1992
1992
1993-96
1993-96
Dollar
Percentage
Dollar
Percentage
Market Value
Class
Increase
Increase
Increase
Increase
$ 100,000
Commercial -Industrial
$ 133
4.14%
$ 156
4.89%
$ 500,000
Commercial -Industrial
$ 919
4.14%
$1,076
4.89%
$1,000,000
Commercial -Industrial
$1,903
4.14%
$2,225
4.89%
Any eligible voter residing in the School District may vote at said election at the polling place designated for the precinct
in which he or she resides. The polls for said election will be opened at 7:00 o'clock a.m. and will close at 8:00 o'clock p.m. on
the date of said election.
A voter must be registered to vote to be eligible to vote in this election. An unregistered individual may register to vote
at the polling place on election day.
Dated this 6th day of October, 1991.
Marilu Theodore, School District Clerk
Independent School District 284
WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
P.O. Box 660
Wayzata, MN 55391
BY ORDER OF THE SCHOOL BOARD
Mariu Theodore, School District Clerk
Independent School District No. 284
Wayzata Public Schools
State of Minnesota
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: October 25, 1991
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Laurie Rauenhorst, City Clerk
SUBJECT: ELECTION RESULTS
So that everyone can get election results as quickly as possible on
November 5, they will be available as follows:
1. While Polls are Open (7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.I
After 1:00 p.m., and 6:00 p.m., candidates may call 550-5000
to receive the total number of voters by precinct. Vote
totals by candidate will not be available.
2. After Polls Close (after 8:00 p.m.)
A. Results for each candidate will be posted in the City
Council Chambers by precinct after they have been verified.
We ask that anyone waiting for vote totals at the City
Center to do so in the council chambers or in the upper
lobby level. Candidates should convey this to their
representatives who will be at the City Center election
evening. Coffee and snacks will be available for those
waiting for results. Telephones in the lobby and lower
level lunchroom have been designated for the public's use.
B. Results will be posted on Channel 37 by total votes per
candidate with the number of precincts reporting (Not by
precinct). A T.V. monitor is in the upper level lobby.
C. Results will be available on Channel 35. Northwest
Community T.V. will cablecast a combination of results for
various cities and live reports.
D. Results by precinct and candidate will be available by
calling the City Center, 550-5000. The switchboard will
remain open one-half hour after the last precinct has
reported.
I have asked judges not to call candidates from the polls.
All of these results will be unofficial. Election results do not
become official until the City Council, sitting as the Canvassing
Board, certifies them following the election.
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Plymouth, MN 55446
Joan M. Graffius At Large R. 475-2051 10/21/91 1/31/92
1800 Comstock Lane
Plymouth, MN 55447
Chuck Dillerud, Community Development Coordinator
Maria Vasiliou, Council Coordinating Representative
Meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Center. A Public Forum
is held the first meeting of the month at 6:45 p.m. Members are
appointed for three-year terms expiring January 31st of that year.
The Chair and Vice Chair shall be appointed by the Commission and
confirmed by the Mayor from among the members of the Commission and
shall serve for a term of one year.
CSM OCA 25'91
10/22/91
PLANNING COMMISSION
- CITY OF
PLYMOUTH
Initially
Term
Name and District
Telephone
No.
Appointed
Expires
Michael Stulberg
Chair
R.
478-6831
2/11/81
1/31/92
6010 Troy Lane
Dist.
#1
O.
546-8395
Plymouth, MN 55446
Dennis Zylla
Vice
Chair
R.
473-4601
2/2/87
1/31/92
3125 Holly Lane N.
Dist.
#2
0.
332-4649
Plymouth, MN 55447
Michael Wigley
Dist.
#3
R.
557-9835
6/4/91
1/31/93
13110 35th Ave. N.
O.
639-5740
Plymouth, MN 55441
Roger Scherer
Dist.
#4
R.
557-9749
10/21/91
1/31/94
12001 Bass Lake Rd.
O.
627-0810
Plymouth, MN 55447
Scott Syverson
At Large
R.
559-4578
6/4/91
1/31/94
15820 48th Ave. N.
Plymouth, MN 55446
Barb Stimson
At Large
R.
557-9655
6/4/91
1/31/93
13820 60th Pl. N.
O.
449-4169
Plymouth, MN 55446
Joan M. Graffius At Large R. 475-2051 10/21/91 1/31/92
1800 Comstock Lane
Plymouth, MN 55447
Chuck Dillerud, Community Development Coordinator
Maria Vasiliou, Council Coordinating Representative
Meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month at
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Center. A Public Forum
is held the first meeting of the month at 6:45 p.m. Members are
appointed for three-year terms expiring January 31st of that year.
The Chair and Vice Chair shall be appointed by the Commission and
confirmed by the Mayor from among the members of the Commission and
shall serve for a term of one year.
CSM OCA 25'91
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THRESHER SQUARE
DAVID J. BENNETT
700 THIRD STREET SOUTHMARK
G. SWENSON
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55415 >l'
DENNISJ.SUTLIFF
PHONE 16121370-0700
DAVID L GRAHAM
FAX 16121370 1378s
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Bob Zitur
City Manager:
DONALD WE RINGROSE
B• R• W• A R C H I T E C T S• INC
October 18, 1991
Mayor Kim Bergman
City Councilmembers:
Carole Helliwell
Lloyd Ricker
Marisa Vasiliou
Bob Zitur
City Manager:
Jim Willis
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
RE: Plymouth Maintenance Project
City #009
BRW #83-9012
Mayor and City Councilmembers:
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To date, the maintenance facility is approximately 20% complete. While the building portion
of the project is "on course" with few problems, the site conditions have contained a variety
of serious problems that are, for all intents and purposes, legitimate adds to the construction
contract. It has and always will be our intent to keep you posted of this project, and by
means of this letter I wish to advise you of the reasons behind the forthcoming change order,
the means of resolving the issues and the verifications of the costs involved.
This summary is divided into a brief explanation of site conditions, resolutions and review of
costs.
Site Conditions
Prior to bidding and start of the work, several soil borings were authorized throughout the
building area. Late winter readings showed the soils were quite variable with mixed clays
and a water table of 5 to 8 to 12 feet below grade. (In all, the site did not hold ideal
conditions, but we had no idea how poor things were until we started digging.) Given this
scenario, we specified additional soil correction techniques including subcutting, drain tile
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AN AFFILIATE OF THE BENNETT RINGROSE, WOLSFELD JARVIS GARDNER. INC.. GROUP
ARCHITECTURE URBAN DESIGN PLAN N ING. TRANSPORTATION. ENGINEERING
MINNEAPOLIS - DENVER • PHOENIX • TUCSON • ST PETERSBURG
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Mayor, City Councilmembers and City Manager
October 18, 1991
Page 2
work, special pavement design and fabric work. As you may recall, the budget was increased
quite a while back in part to cover the additional work necessary. We had a fair share of
special conditions allowed for.
In reality, once excavation began in early summer, we discovered the soils were incredibly
unstable and variable, with pockets of organic material and ground water showing at 2 to 4
feet below grade in many areas. The extreme summer rains and clay soils compounded
problems. In fact, to date, ground water shows up regularly (even daily) in the newly
trenched areas.
Perhaps the worst unknown site condition of all was the discovery of two unrelated areas of
soil contamination from motor oil: one around the buried waste oil tank and another at the
base of a trap. To exacerbate problems, the leaking waste oil followed drain tiles and gravel
to contaminate what was then an unknown spread of soil. Trapped by the clay layers the oil
spread through the course and loose layers of rock and fill.
In all, over 400 yards of contaminated fill was uncovered and removed. Additional material
had to be excavated, reviewed and tested to assure M.P.C.A. and the City that the problems
were correctly and completely resolved.
In the process, several buried sewer lines, previously unrecorded, were discovered, in some
cases lying just below our new footing locations.
Resolutions
There are generally four types of corrective techniques/work that were required. The primary
category of extra work required included the identification, separation, removal and storage of
contaminated soil. The work performed by the contractor was done in conjunction with GME
consultants. In addition to the soil removal, concrete blocks had to be drained and removed.
The oil tank removal, a portion of the consultant costs and some contaminated soil was
included in the base bid, but this allotment was grossly inadequate.
A second category of extra work related to the additional fill requirements at the drain trap
area, along with correction work related to the previously unknown, buried sewer lines.
Underpinning was required at the existing building walls in order to remove the contaminated
materials.
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Mayor, City Councilmembers and City Manager
October 18, 1991
Page 3
Third, the vehicle storage building footings were located in areas where ground water would
flood the trenches within 2 to 4 feet from grade. It was imperative that we place a lean
concrete mixture within the trenches to secure the walls and provide a firm base for the
footings. The ground water was so high that the concrete had to be placed simultaneous with
a backhoe pulling the soil away.
Finally, an area of organic material was discovered at the northwest corner of the vehicle
storage area, which was replaced with sand.
Costs
On October 1, 1991, I requested a meeting with Fred Moore, Adolfson and Peterson ( general
contractor) and the excavation subcontractor, to review in detail the costs submitted for the
additional work.
We reviewed labor, material costs, unit costs, overhead, profit, and scope for each of the
items discussed above. In general, the costs for each item was in line with market prices for
today, given the site location and conditions, in my opinion. A record of my meeting notes,
daily records of the contractor, invoices and time cards are available for review if you so
request.
The final breakdown of extra costs are as follows:
1. Contaminated soil, removal, block removal, replacement $21,752.00
2. Corrective work at sewer lines, underpinning, additional
rock fill and corrective work at contaminated area/
front of building' $13,724.00
3. Corrective work at vehicle storage including special
cutting, leancrete and fill at the high water table area $17,095.00
4. Removal of organic material and replacement with
sand fill at vehicle storage slab $9,960.00
TOTAL $62,531.00
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Mayor, City Councilmembers and City Manager
October 18, 1991
Page 4
Conclusion
The soil conditions and corrective measures, I believe, were unusual and unknown. Special
provisions were specified and required as a part of the base bid, but these were not enough to
cover the additional surprises.
The total change orders requested by the Contractor, in my opinion, are fair and justified.
Most important, I have strived, along with the others on our project team (Fred Moore, Jim
Kolsted, GME and A&P) to ensure that the site will serve the Public Works Department over
the long term.
Incidentally, to date, there is no net cost difference in all other portions of the work.
Finally, I remain dedicated to this project. My phone line is open to all your inquiries and
hope to escort you through the project some day.
Sincerely,
BRW ARCHITECTS, INC.
r�ice,
Jeffre Oertel, AIA, CS
ssociate
JO/sr
cc: Fred Moore
Jim Kolsted
File: 83-9012
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"Total Construction Services"
6701 West 23rd Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55426
(612)544-1561
BRW Architects
700 3rd Street South
Minneapolis, MN 5541,5
Attention: Jeff Oertel
September 24, 1991
RE: Plymouth Maintenance Building Expansion
Plymouth, Minnesota
BRW Project ##83-9012
City of Plymouth Project ##009
Construction Change Directive ##5
Dear Jeff:
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9377
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55440
FAX (612) 525-2333
FAX (612) 525-2334
Enclosed is the signed Construction Change Directive ##5 revised with attached
addendum. The cost breakdown is as follows:
Doty and Sons
Tank excavation/contaminated soil $ 7,402.00
Soil contamination under new office $ 9,813.00
A&P labor 80 hours $ 2,560.00
Cost $19,775.00
A&P 10% $ 1,977.00
Total $21,752.00
This proposal does not include disposal of contaminated material.
If you have any questions please call me at 525-2303.
Sincerely,
ADOLFSON & PETERS C.
T/TW. Stutz
Project Manager
TWS/eeh
cc: Ken Seppelt
file 3039
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"Total Construction Services"
6701 West 23rd Street Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9377
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55426 September,_ 24, 1991 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55440
(612) 544-1561 k FAX (612) 525-2333
"f FAX (612) 525-2334
BRW Architects
700 3rd Street South t.. 'C�
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Attention: Jeff Oertel
RE: Plymouth Maintenance.,Building Expansion
Plymouth, Minnesota
BRW Project #83-9012
City.of Plymouth Project #009
Construction Change Directive #4
Dear Jeff:
Enclosed is the signed Construction Change Directive #4. The cost breakdown is as
follows:
Doty and Sons $ 6,634.00
A&P labor 120 hours $ 3,557.00
A&P material 20 YDS underpinning
50 YDS leancrete $ 2,285.00
Cost $12,476.00
A&P 10% $ 1,248.00
Total $13,724.00
In addition, Adolfson & Peterson, Inc. is requesting three (3) additional contract
days.
If you have any questions please call me at 525-2303.
Sincerely,
ADOLFSON & PETE , NC.
Tr Stutz
oject Manager
TWS/eeh
cc: Ken Seppelt
file 3039
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Pet Inc,
"Total Construction Services"
6701 West 23rd Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55426
(612)544-1561
BRW Architects
700 3rd Street South
Minneapolis, MN 55415
Attention: Jeff Oertel
September 23, 1991
RE: Plymouth Maintenance Building Expansion
Plymouth, Minnesota
BRW Project #83-9012
City of Plymouth Project #009
Construction Change Directive #3
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Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9377
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55440
FAX (612) 525-2333
FAX (612) 525-2334
Dear Jeff:
7,
Enclosed is the signed Construction Change Directive #.A. The breakdown is as
follows:
Doty and Sons
8-28-91 - 8-30-91 $ 4,564.00
9-4-91 - 9-11-91 $ 4,028.00
A&P Labor 128 hours $ 3,648.00
A&P Material 117 YDS $ 3,647.00
Cost $15,887.00
A&P 10% $ 1,589.00
Subtotal $17,476.00
Spancrete Credit ($ 353.00)
A&P 8% ($ 28.00)
Total $17,095.00
If you have any questions please call me at 525-2303.
Sincerely,
ADOLFSON & PETERS /
7y W. Stutz
roject Manager
TWS/eeh
cc: Ken Seppelt
file 3039
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6701 West 23rd Street Mailing Address: P.O. Box 9377
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55426 September 24, 1991 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55440
(612) 544-1561 FAX (612) 525-2333
FAX (612) 525-2334
BRW Architects
700 3rd Street South
Minneapolis, MN 55415"
Attention: Jeff Oertel
RE: Plymouth Maintenance Building Expansion
Plymouth, Minnesota
BRW Project #83-9012
City of Plymouth Project #009
Soil Correction NE Corner
Maintenance Building
Dear Jeff:
The cost for subcutting unsuitable material and importing sand cushion at the
northeast corner of the Maintenance Building is as follows:
Doty and Sons $9,055.00
A&P 10% $ 905.00
$9,960.00
This work was performed under the direction of GME Consultants.
If you have any questions please call me at 525-2303.
Sincerely,
ADOLFSON & PETER NC.,
y W. Stutz
5Treoject
Manager
TWS/eeh
cc: Ken Seppelt
file 3039
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14 October 1991
Ms. Ceil Strauss
Area Hydrologist
Department of Natural Resources
1200 Warner Road
St. Paul, Minnesota 55106
RE: Northwest Boulevard / Schmidt Lake Road
Plymouth City Project #011 and #106
DNR Permit Application #91-6185
Dear Ms. Strauss,
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We, as concerned citizens of Plymouth, are in receipt of the
supplemental information provided to the Department of Natural Resources
(DNR) from the City of Plymouth dated Spetember 25, 1991.
After review of this information, as well as previous information, we
continue to believe that Alignment AE or a modification thereof, has the
least total impact to the wetland and upland habitat environment. The
City of Plymouth has approved the AD Alignment prior to any
environmental assessments, and is now attempting to find support for
their decision. In addition, the City of Plymouth has attempted to
utilize a "crystal ball" to show the future development of this area.
The future development is an unknown, even to the City of Plymouth. We
believe that it is imperative that this project be evaluated based upon
the current environment and the changes that will occur in the immediate
future. Attempting to predict any future changes beyond the immediate
future is just that, a prediction.
The City has taken actions and made statements either in support of
their previously chosen Alignment AD or against Alignment AE. We will
attempt to address these in the most concise and systematic manner.
* The AD Alignment (or a slight modification) was selected prior to any
environmental assessment.
May 8, 1990. Study conducted by Strgar Roscoe Fausch (SRF)
recommending Alignment AB. The study did not include a
"Western Alignment," rather only slight modifications to a
single alignment (AC, AD).
June 4, 1990. City Council approves AD Alignment prior to
an Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) being completed.
August 6, 1990. City Council approves preliminary plat for
Bass Lake Terrace (northern development), in effect,
eliminating a western alignment (AE).
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January 28, 1991. City council approves preliminary plat
for Curtis Lake (southern development) also eliminating
a western alignment (AE).
To the citizens it appears that the City's actions including the EAW
conducted in December of 1990, are to support their decision rather than
to assist in making the best decision. As a result, further analysis on
the part of the City and its consulting engineer has lacked objectivity
and been incomplete.
* The City shows undeveloped areas that are zoned for residential use
but have no specific development proposals pending.
The City is attempting to predict the future development of this area in
such a manner as to further support its preferred alignment. In
addition, the City has portrayed any buildable area as fully developed.
Attached you will find a letter from Ms. Ruth Rosendahl, a citizen of
Plymouth. As Ms. Rosendahl outlines in her letter, she has no
intentions of developing the property she owns and on which she lives .
The City of Plymouth on the other hand, has depicted her property to be
void of upland habitat and has put 14+ homesites on the map.
The City is purely "guessing and speculating" on the future development,
but in such a manner as to build support for the Eastern Alignment (AD).
The Biologist's report, which accompanies the City's memo, utilizes this
"speculation" as the very basis of predicting the impact to the upland,
wildlife and wetland habitat.
We believe it is important that the current environment be considered
when assessing the impact of such a project, not the "speculated"
environment. Attached is the definition of environment as it is defined
in the Envrionmental Review Program.
* The City states Alignment AD has the least impact on the wetlands and
the wildlife habitat.
Enclosure #8 of the City of Plymouth's memo dated 9/25/91 to the DNR is
an analysis conducted by Ronald Peterson, Wildlife Biologist. Mr.
Peterson makes the following statements in his analysis, as they relate
to the current environment:
"The Eastern Alignment (AD) combined with Schmidt Lake Road (SLR) would
introduce two new roadway corridors in an area which presently has no
such corridors. This type of segmentation is not so apparent on the
Western Alignment (AE) due to the presence of I-494 and existing
residential developments on both the north and south ends of the
corridor. The primary wildlife species that would be affected by such
barriers are those which are highly mobile and require several different
habitat types with their home ranges..... severing such upland habitat
ciM OCT 2591
Page --3 Stemper, Sykora, Coyne.
area from adjacent wetlands tends to separate nesting and brood rearing
areas."
'The'Eastern Alignment (AD) lies mainly on presently undeveloped upland
and would pass among a complex of six wetland basins.'
'Virtually all of the uplands along the Western Alignment (AE) have
already been developed or have preliminary plat approval.'
"There will be little future change in overall habitat values along the
Western Alignment (AE), except for the completion of residential areas
already approved or under construction.'
".....The area through which the Eastern Alignment (AD) passes has a
more diverse complex of upland and wetland habitat than that affected by
the Western Alignment(AE)."
These findings support the Western Alignment (AE) as the least impactful
alignment when considering all of the environmental factors.
* Based upon the potential residential development in the area, more
than twice as many homes would be subject to increased noise if the AE
Alignment (western) was selected.
Future homesites which may or may not be developed have the opportunity
to mitigate any increased noise levels through the use of berming,
landscaping and noise barriers. Additionally, the AE Alignment
(western) positions a significant portion of this road adjacent to I-494
rather than significantly closer to residences.
The City has failed to include noise level information from the EAW
conducted in December 1990. This EAW states that the predicted noise
levels will generally exceed daytime and nighttime noise levels in 1994
and 2003. The EAW goes on to state that the AE Alignment would not have
as much impact from noise.
* The City states the AE Alignment would result in an inefficient
transportation system which would increase fuel use and air pollution.
This statement lacks substantiation as well as any level of
significance. The June 21, 1991 memo from SRF to the City of Plymouth
fails to reveal any base level of fuel use or air pollution. Hence, the
conclusion drawn is that if a difference exists between alignments, it
is insignificant.
* The City states that the proximity of the AE Alignment to I-494 would
almost certainly preclude an interchange from being built at SLR if such
an interchage were needed in the future.
As stated in the City of Plymouth Resolution 91-444 denying petition for
EAW.
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Page --4 Stemper, Sykora, Coyne.
Item 12
"The future Interstate 494 / Schmidt Lake Road (SLR) Interchange,
although ultimately planned as a part of the City's Thoroughfare
Guide Plan, is not included in the City's Five Year Capital
Improvement Program. In addition, the interchange has not been
programmed for construction by the Minnesota Department of
Transportation'(MnDOT) or Hennepin County.
Item 15
"There is no proposed or pending application to construct the
SLR / I-494 Interchange."
Additonally, John Herman, attorney with Leonard Street and Deinard,
representing the City of Plymouth at the July 18, 1991 Environmental
Quality Board meeting, stated that the above interchange is not even on
MnDOT's twenty year plan. This statement was confirmed prior to this
meeting, in Greg Downing's July 11, 1991 memo to the EQB members.
Again, we believe the City of Plymouth is attempting to portray this
area as fully developed to support its previously approved alignment and
is now contradicting itself, particularly with the SLR / I-494
interchange.
* The City maximizes wetland impact by supporting a grade -separation of
the Soo Line Railroad that has not been factually supported.
The City of Plymouth has stated that a separation of grade is required
for safety reasons and hence, wetland habitat issues will be secondary.
However, County Road 102 in Crystal, which crosses these same tracks
at -grade, has a 1990 traffic count of 11,600 vehicles per day (vpd) with
no train / vehicle accidents on record.
Additionally, County Road 156 in New Hope which also crosses these
tracks at -grade with a 1990 traffic count of 14,200 vpd has one recorded
car accident between 1985-90. This accident was the result of the
disregard for signals by the driver.
Two heavily traveled, minor arterials with four lane construction
utilizing at -grade crossings have reported extremely safe conditions.
Again, we believe the City of Plymouth has cited safety as a concern,
with no substantiation of proof and significant harm to the environment.
The City in its major concern for safety has failed to address the
safety of this "mini interstate" as it relates to cutting through and
positioning itself adjacent to existing residential development with
projected traffic counts of 15,000-20,000 vpd, safety to existing
residents, children, pedestrians, park traffic, etc. If the City is so
concerned about safety, why is is not considering all of the aspects as
they relate to the project rather than those that "appear" to support
their position.
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Page --5 Stemper, Sykora, Coyne.
* The City has not explored all available means to minimize wetland
impact regarding road design for the Western Alignment (AE).
The City has failed to include necessary details for the AE Alignment as
they relate to side slopes or the use of guard rails to minimize the
wetland impact. These details are an important facet to evaluating the
design specifications utilized and to insure that a particular alignment
does not exaggerate the impact to the environment:
In addition, the City has cited design specifications regarding speed
limits for the road as a reason for the resulting impact to the wetlands
and upland habitat area. We continue to believe the City has been
inconsistent with its specifications.
The future interchange of Northwest Boulevard, County Road 47
and County Road 10 will connect at an angle significantly less
than 90 degrees.
County Road 61 north of County Road 10 separates two existing
schools. Speed limits in these areas regardless of design
will need to be reduced significantly for the safety of
students.
County Road 61 between I-394 and Highway 55 cuts through a
high density industrial park with significant stop signs,
stoplights and a railroad crossing. Again speeds in this
area are significantly reduced for safety reasons, regardless
of design.
* Modify 'AE', as requested by the DNR, to more closely follow an
existing roadbed and to minimize the impact to the environment.
We are concerned over the level of objectivity and thoroughness
demonstrated by the City's consulting engineer who is retained, paid and
works under the direction of the City of Plymouth. The City's letter
lacks the level of detail and substantiation to demonstrate a good faith
effort. Rather, it is vague and incomplete in its 'modification.' The
City has previously fully developed an Eastern Alignment (AD) and
several modifications. We believe the City has not and does not want to
develop feasible and prudent alternatives to the Western Alignment (AE)
because it will indeed be a better alternative, but may not allow for a
potential future interchange 20+ years from now.
* Wetland creation and restoration opportunities are distorted to
support the Eastern Alignment chosen by the City.
The Biologist's report, based upon the City's speculation of the future,
states that Site A would be unavailable / significantly reduced in size
if the Western Ailgnment (AE) were chosen versus the Eastern Alignment
(AD). (See figures 4 and 5 of the Biologist's report.)
This assumption, development of Site A, is up to the DNR to determine.
CIM OCT 25'91
Page --6 Stemper, Sykora, Coyne.
The Western Alignment (AE) depicts Site A developed while the Eastern
Alignment (AD) does not. Since this area is currently undeveloped,
its future use can be determined by the DNR as a part of the permitting
process.
Again, we believe this to be an example of how the City is attempting to
distort the future development of this area to support its previously
made decision.
* The City states 'alignment AE would preclude a joint effort by
Hennepin Parks and the City for wetland enhancement as part of the
development of the regional trail.
David Barstad, from our group, met with Mr. Delbert Miller, Land
Aquisition Manager, Hennepin Parks, on October 11, 1991.
Mr. Miller has met with City of Plymouth officials on the future
alignment of Northwest Boulevard. Mr. Miller is unaware of any
discussions regarding (precluding) wetland enhancement as it relates to
the two parties.
We encourage the DNR to speak with Mr. Miller personally for
clarification on this issue.
Concluding, we believe that a modified AE Aligment has a significantly
reduced impact to the total environment than Alignment AD.
• The Biologist's report supports the Western Alignment as
having less impact on area -wide habitat.
• The Western Alignment would be positioned in an area that
already has experienced significant development and
destruction to the environment. Interstate 494, developments
on both the north and south ends of the proposed roadway
and the existing Medicine Lake Road are all currently in
this area.
• The Western Alignment has the opportunity to follow an
existing roadbed for a significant portion of the project,
Medicine Lake Road.
• The Western Alignment has at leas -t an equal opportunity
for wetland mitigation, as does the other alignment.
• The Western Alignment skirts existing wetlands and upland
habitat areas versus severing the middle of these areas.
This bordering allows for continued movement and migration
of the wildlife as well as maintains the integrity of a
larger continuous area.
The Western Alignment is a safer alignment when evaluating
all the aspects of safety and its positioning adjacent to
I-494.
C►M cc, 25'g�
Page --7 Stemper, Sykora, Coyne.
We would be available to meet with the DNR and EQB to elaborate on the
above issues or to clarify and support them.
Sincerely,
John A. Stemper
12925 54th Avenue N.
Plymouth, MN 55442
Bass Lake Heights 4th
Edition
Brya Sykora
4970 Quinwood Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
Meadows of Bass Lake
cc: Greg Downing, Environmental Quality Board.
Kim Bergman, Mayor, City of Plymouth, MN.
Jim Willis, City Manager, City of Plymouth.
Sue Coyne
5515 Sycamore Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
Bass Lake Woods
CIM OCT 25'91
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1) Traffic Counts.
2) Petition to Department of Natural Resources.
3) City of Plymouth Resolution #91-444.
4) Environmental Quality Board Definition.
5) Letter, Ruth Rosendahl, Resident, City of Plymouth.
6) Letter, Jesse Hubbell, Resident, City of Plymouth.
7) Environmental Asessment Worksheet - Noise Levels.
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These traffic counts are for the same Coo Line Railroad tracks in tivo
other suburbs. information gathered from each City Hal? on 6-4-91.
Crystal, Minnesota -County Road #102 !Douglas Drive? near 51st.
Type of Road - Four lane minor arterial with "at grade" crossing.
1990 Traffic Count - 11,600 cars / day.
opeed Limit - 35 m.p.h.
No car accidents with trains recorded in any cite records.
New Hope, Minnesota -County Road #156 W innetka? near Angeline.
Type of Road - Four lane minor arterial with "at grade" crossing.
1990 Traffic Count - 14,200 ca- day.
Spec -d Limit - 2,5 m.p.h.
One recorded car acc i de-�t in time frame of 1985 to 1990. Driver
disregarded controls ,resulting in personal inJury and no loss of life.
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To: Robert Dunn,, Chair, Environmental Quality Board (EQB).
Rodney Sando, Commissioner, Department of Natural Resouces (Dt4R).
From: 195 Concerned Citizens of Plymouth.
Date: July 20, 1991.
R_: Al ir4nment selection for Northwest Boulevard.
Thank you for the opportunity to present our issues before the
Environmental Quality Board. We appreciate the actions the Board and
the DNR have taken to insure the best environmental solution is chosen
when Northwest Boulevard is constructed between County Road 9 and
Hemlock Lane.
Like the City of Plymouth, we, the citizens of Plymouth, also have {
preferred alignment for Northl,,aest Blud. Our alignment choice is AE or _a
modi4ic-tion of AE . Ae beliet)r- the AE Alignment is less harmful to the
current environment and residents of the area for the following reasons:
w The AE Alic;nment most closely parallel: I-494, and would
minimize any further environmental damage to the wetlands arid
wildlife areas.
4 The Alignment AD cuts through several wetlands, wildlife and
upland habitat areas, dividing a very large ecosystem into
several smaller portions.
An existing roadbed, known as West Medicine Lake Road already
exists along a significant portion of the AE alignment. The AD
Alignment would pass through the wetlands where there is no
existing roadbed.
Air pollution resulting from this road would ve put
in closer proximity to 1-494 if alignment AE is chosen.
{ Alignment AE would meet noise standards for existing homes
and future homesites in the platted areas could be aligned to
comply with current noise standards.
j With minor design modifications, Alignment AE can further reduce
the area of wetlands which requires fill. Additionally, any
mitigation would replace peripher_ai wetland areas, not .area=_
takers from the heart of a 4-Jetland.
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Page 2
Alignment AE has the ability to be a safer alignment by
positioning the road further from existinq residential
properties as well as structuring future residential projects
to address such a major road.
Chairman Dunn and Commissioner Sando, we believe that our environmental
concerns are real and that the City of Plymouth has not objectively
evaluated feasible and prudent alignment alternatives for Northwest
Boulevard. Additionally, we believe that Alignment AE is the most
"people friendly" alignment, a very important aspect of our total
environment.
We sincerely appreciate your involvement in this process and look
forward to participating in further discussions and hearings with your
organizations.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of
the City of Plymouth, Minnesota was held on the Sth day of August
1991. The following members were present: Mayor Bergman, Councilmembers Helliwell
Ricker, Vasiliou, Zitur.
The following members were absent: None
Councilmember Ricker
adoption:
introduced the following Resolution and moved its
RESOLUTION NO. 91-444
DENYING PETITION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT WORKSHEET
WHEREEec, the Frl Board ("EQB") has received a petition reouesting
that an environmental assessment worksheet ("EAW") be prepared; and
WHEREAS, the EQB has designated the City of Plymouth as the responsible governmental
unit to decide whether an EAW should be prepared; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the petition and the background information
pertaining to this matter and makes the following:
FINDINGS OF FACT
1. There is a discrepancy concerning the project for which an EAW is requested
between the project described in the petition and the project described in
the cover letter by which the petition was submitted to the EQB. The
petition, which is signed by 38 individuals, describes the project for
which an EAW is requested as "the proposed Schmidt Lake Road/Interstate 494
Interchange." ("Interchange Project") The June 17, 1991 cover letter by
which the petition was submitted to the EQB describes the project as:
"Continuation of Northwest Boulevard, from 56th Avenue North to 45th Avenue
North and Schmidt Lake Road from Pineview Lane to Interstate 494, including
proposed Schmidt Lake Road/494 Interchange." ("Northwest Boulevard/Schmidt
Lake Road Project").
2. The description of the project in the signed petition prevails over the
description of the project in the June 17, 1991 cover letter.
Nevertheless, for the sake of fully addressing all issues, the City Council
has considered both projects in determining whether an EAW should be
prepared.
3. In the cover letter and attached petition, the petitioners have requested
that an EAW be prepared so that residents can be assured that the City
continues to evaluate the most feasible and prudent alignment for the
continuation of Northwest Boulevard and to conduct an assessment of the
impact on wildlife and wetland areas:
elm OCT 25'91
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Resolution 91- 444
Page Two
4. A portion of Northwest Boulevard near 55th Avenue North was graded in 1985
in connection with the Bass Lake Woods plat. Another portion of Northwest
Boulevard near 54th Avenue North was graded in 1987 in connection with the
Bass Lake Heights 4th Addition plat. The DNR issued a permit for that
grading work. Another portion of Northwest Boulevard between 56th Avenue
North and 54th Avenue North was graded in 1990 as part of the Bass Lake
Terrace plat.
5. The petition recommends the consideration of Alignment AE, rather than the
AD alignment now under consideration by the City.
6. The City has previously prepared an EAW dated January 14, 1991, for the
construction of Schmidt Lake Road from Pineview Lane to I-494 and Northwest
Boulevard from 45th Avenue North to 54th Avenue worth.
7. The Northwest Boulevard/Schmidt Lake Road Project as described in the cover
letter includes all of the area that was the subject of the January 14,
1991 EAW. In addition, the Northwest Boulevard/Schmidt Lake Road Project
includes Northwest Boulevard from 56th Avenue North to 54th Avenue North
and includes the future Schmidt Lake Road/I-494 Interchange. Northwest
Boulevard from 56th Avenue North to 54th Avenue North was not included as
part of the project for the January 14, 1991 EAW because there are no
wetlands in that area other than those for which the DNR permit was issued.
The future Schmidt Lake Road/I-494 Interchange was not considered as part
of the project because there is no pending or proposed application to
construct the interchange.
8. In the January 14, 1991 EAW, the City considered all of the environmental
effects pertaining to that portion of the Northwest Boulevard/Schmidt Lake
Road Project which overlaps with the project that was the subject of the
EAW, including the wetlands issues upon which the petitioners' request for
an EAW is based.
9. In the January 14, 1991 EAW the City considered the environmental effects
of several alternative alignments for Schmidt Lake Road and Northwest
Boulevard, including the AE and AD alignments. The City concluded in the
EAW that the AD' alignment had the least impact on the wetland areas and
therefore was the preferred alternative.
10. By Resolutions No. 91-141 and 91-142 adopted on March 4, 1991, the City
Council concluded that no environmental impact statement ("EIS") was
required for the project described in the January 14, 1991 EAW.
11. The record of decision on the January 14, 1991 EAW was prepared and
published in the EQB Monitor on March 18, 1991. There has been no
challenge to the EAW.
GIM OCT 25'91
Resolution 91-444
Page Three
12. The future Interstate 494/Schmidt Lake Road Interchange, although
ultimately planned as part of the City's Thoroughfare Guide Plan, is not
included in the City's Five -Year Capital Improvement Program. In addition,
the interchange has not been programmed for construction by the Minnesota
Department of Transportation or Hennepin County.
13. The portion of Northwest Boulevard from 56th Avenue North to 54th Avenue
North contains no wetlands area (other than those for which the DNR permit
was issued in 1987) or any other environmentally sensitive area. The
remaining work to be done on Northwest Boulevard between 56th Avenue North
and 54th Avenue North will not affect any wetlands beyond what was
authorized by the DNR permit.
14. The City has applied for a permit from the Department of Natural Resources
(DNR) to construct Northwest Boulevard between 54th Avenue North and 45th
Avenue North and to construct Schmidt Lake Road between Pineview and I-494.
15. There is no proposed or pending application to construct the Schmidt Lake
Road/I-494 Interchange.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH,
MINNESOTA, AND BASED ON THE ABOVE FINDINGS:
1. The petition for an EAW for the Interchange Project, as described in the
petition, is denied for the following reasons:
a. The Interchange Project as described in the petition does not exist because
there is no proposed project to construct the Schmidt Lake Road/I-494
Interchange.
b. There is no proposed project for the Schmidt Lake Road/I-494 Interchange,
therefore it is impossible to consider the environmental effects of any
such project.
c. The City cannot act on the petition as it pertains to the Interchange
Project because no permit application has been filed for that project. The
City will keep the petition on file for one year from the date on which it
was filed with the EQB.
2. In addition to the above reasons, the petition for an EAW for the Northwest
Boulevard/ Schmidt Lake Road project as described in the June 17, 1991 cover
letter, is denied for the following reasons.
a. The City has already prepared an EAW dated January 14, 1991 that addressed
the environmental effects of the project described in the petition, except
for Northwest Boulevard between 56th.Avenue North and 54th Avenue North.
b. There is no potential for significant environmental effects from the
construction of Northwest Boulevard between 56th Avenue North and 54th
Avenue North.
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Page Four
c. The environmental effects of the AD and AE alternative alignments for
Northwest Boulevard will be addressed as part of the DNR permitting
process.
d. A negative declaration has previously been issued regarding the January 14,
1991 EAW and there has been no substantial change in the project that would
affect the potential for significant environmental effects.
e. The petitioners have failed to present sufficient evidence to demonstrate
that the proposed project that they described would have the potential for
any significant environmental affects which have not already been
considered in the January 14, 1991 EAW.
f. The environmental effects of the project described in the petition as
described in the cover letter were addressed in the January 14, 1991 EAW
and no challenge has been made to that EAW.
g. Because all of the potential environmental effects set forth in the
petition were addressed and fully considered in the January 14, 1991 EAW,
it would be a unreasonable expenditure of public funds and resources to
prepare another EAW to address the same issues, especially when those
issues will be reviewed as part of the DNR permitting process.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by
Councilmember Zitur , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted
in favor thereof: He liwe
The following voted against or abstained: Vasiliou.
Whereupon the Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. ***
ciM OCT 25'91
STATE OF MINNESOTA)
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN) SS.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH )
I, the undersigned, being the duly qualified and appointed City
Clerk of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota, hereby certify that I
have carefully compared the foregoing resolution adopted at a
meeting of the City Council of said City held on Asst 5, 1991,
the original thereof on file in my office, and the same is a
full, true, and complete transcription thereof.
WITNESS my hand officially as such City Clerk and the corporate
seal of the City this 7th day of Aug2ast , 1991.
L urie Raue horst
City Clerk
GiM OCT Z5'91
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C:haoter 4410 Environmental Quality Board.
Environmental Review Program.
4410.0200 De4initions and Abbreviations..
Subpart 23 Envnionment.
"Environment" means physical conditions existing in the area that mai`
be a44ected by a proposed protect. :t includes land, air, water,
minerals, Tlora, fauna, ambient noise , enerr4y resw =es and Titan—made
objects or natural 4eatures of historic, geologic or ae=__thet.=
significance.
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5205 Pineview Lane N
Plymouth, MN 55442
October 11, 1991
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Re: Northwest Blvd.
45th Ave. N. to 54th Ave. N.
Gentlemen:
I am writing you concerning the route of Northwest Blvd. I
understand the City of Plymouth still prefers the "AD" route and
your consultants have drawn at least two maps of the area with the
11 acres that I own shown as platted into lots and a street running
through my home. I have no plans to plat this property and have
never given permission to anyone to do so. On Thursday, October 10,
I stopped at City Hall to investigate this, but they were unable to
find the map so I'm enclosing a copy of one of these maps. I want
all of the maps removed from circulation. This property is my home
where I have lived since 1953 and I plan on staying here.
At a spring meeting I spoke to the council stating I did not want
the highway to go through my property and have no intentions of
selling to the City. No one from the City has ever talked to me
about this project and therefore I must rely on information that
comes from neighbors.
Many communities and agencies recognize the fact that senior
citizens are still very productive and try to let them live in their
own homes as long as possible. I would hope that City of Plymouth
would do likewise.
I realize I sound like I am falling into the "not in my backyard"
syndrome, but in this case it is truly and literally in my back
yard. It appears to me that the route marked "AE" would be a far
more sensible alternative. It looks like it would follow a similar
route as the existing gravel road and would therefore cause less
disturbance to the environment and neighborhoods.
I would appreciate a response from the City involving this matter.
RR/ae
sincerely,
d-etij
Ruth Rosendahl
ciM OCT 25'91
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Dear DNR,
My name is Jesse Hubbell and I live
right next to the proposed
i
r. Northwest Boulevard. When I first moved
to Minnesota in 1989, I
liked the house we now live in best because it had a woods and lots
of animals I had never seen live before.
Here is a list of some of
the wildlife I have observed in the past
three years:
Bluebirds
Raccoon
Bluejays
Deer
Cardinals
Red Fox
Orioles
Woodchucks
Yellow Finches
Muskrats
Pileated Woodpecker
Rabbits
Hummingbirds
Red and Grey Squirrels
Pheasants
Chipmunks
Wood Ducks
Least Weasel
Mallard Ducks
Mice
Geese
Moles
Great Blue Heron
Shrews
Red-tailed Hawk
Bats
Killdeer
Frogs
Great Horned Owls
Toads
Many more small birds
Garter Snakes
Peepers
Spotted Salamanders
Snapping Turtles
Painted Turtles
Screech Owls (until they started
the grading for the
road, coincidence???)
Most of these animals I have also seen walking or flying across
the area where Northwest Boulevard is supposed to go. If Northwest
Boulevard went through by our house and the woods, many of these
animals would be in danger of being hit by traffic and many trees
would be chopped down while others would die of cut roots.
i
Many of you, I hope, have heard of Clinton Hill and his project
RIDS FOR SAVING EARTH.I live close to where he lived and went to his
school. He set a very good example for all of us and I like to think
I've followed in his footsteps. That's why I have written two other
letters concerning the environment ii my neighborhood. One I wrote
to the Mayor of the city of Plymouth and the other to you at the DNR.
So please accept the alternate proposal that the people in my
neighborhood recommend. Remember, you're not only doing it for us,
but for the animals and the surrounding environment!
Thank you very much for taking the time to read my letter and
for addressing my concern over this problem.
Sincerely yours,
Jesse A. Hubbell
12935 54th Ave.N.
Plymouth, Minnesota 55442
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24. STATIONARY SOURCE AIR EMISSIONS: WILL THE PROJECT INVOLVE ANY
STATIONARY SOURCES OF AIR EMISSIONS (SUCH AS BOILERS OR EXHAUST
STACKS)? X NO YES
IF YES, DESCRIBE THE SOURCES, QUANTITIES, AND COMPOSITION OF
THE.EMISSIONS; THE PROPOSED AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DEVICES; THE
QUANTITIES AND COMPOSITION OF THE EMISSIONS AFTER TREATMENT;
AND THE EFFECTS ON AIR QUALITY.
25. WILL THE PROJECT GENERATE DUST, ODORS, OR NOISE DURING
CONSTRUCTION AND/OR OPERATION? NO X YES
IF YES, DESCRIBE THE SOURCE, CHARACTERISTICS, DURATION, AND
QUANTITIES OR INTENSITY, AND ANY PROPOSED MEASURES TO MITIGATE
ADVERSE IMPACTS. ALSO IDENTIFY THE LOCATIONS OF SENSITIVE
RECEPTORS IN THE VICINITY AND ESTIMATE THE IMPACTS ON THESE
RECEPTORS.
Dust: Dust and noise normal to routine street construction
would occur. Dust would be cont- filled by watering and
construction noise would be limited to daytime hours. After
construction is complete, dust levels would be expected to
return to near existing conditions.
Odors: N/A
Noise: The predicted noise levels -`will generally exceed
daytime and nighttime noise levels in both 1994 and 2003.
The difference in noise levels is perceptible at only two
receptors with Schmidt Lake Road Alternative 2 in
combination with Northwest Boulevard Alternatives AC and AD
resulting in the lowest noise levels. See attached Noise
Study.
26. ARE ANY OF THE FOLLOWING RESOURCES ON OR IN PROXIMITY TO THE
SITE:
a. Archaeological, historical,
or architectural resources?
b. Prime or unique farmlands?
X NO YES
_ X NO YES
C. Designated parks, recreation areas, NO X YES
or trails?
d. Scenic views and vistas?
e. Other unique resources?
X NO YES
X NO YES
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1991 SAFE DRIVER AWARD PROGRAM
VEHICULAR ACCIDENT PROFILE
TOTAL VEHICULAR ACCIDENTS REVIEWED BY
SAFETY COMMITTEE:
Total Accidents Determined Preventable:
Total Accidents Determined Non -Preventable:
Total Accidents Undeterminable:
1991
1990
1989
1988
1987
1986
31
19
27
21
32
17
14
13
19
12
10
4
17
6
7
9
18
13
0
0
1
0
4
0
1. Three accidents occurred while backing a city vehicle. The accidents were determined
preventable because vehicle operators failed to take all possible and appropriate
precautionary actions either before or after backing. (1990-2)
2. Fourteen accidents involved collisions with other vehicles. (1990-7)
Six of these accidents were considered preventable. (1990-3)
3. Nine accidents occurred off a designated roadway/highway. Bight of the accidents
occurred on City property, including three on City park property, one at the Public
Works site, two at city Center and two at Fire Stations.
4. Thirteen windshield claims: Six vehicles hit while parked: Two vehicles vandalized:
One Car -deer accident.
5. Snow and ice were contributing factors in one accident. (1990-3)
6. Two city vehicles were involved while accomplishing Public Safety objectives
(responding to medical emergency, vehicle pursuit, etc.). (1990-5)
7. Nine accidents involved vehicles hitting objects/obstructions.
8. City divisions recording preventable accidents include: Police - 5; Park
Maintenance - 4; Streets - 2; Fire - l; Recreation - 1; Sewer & Water - 1.
9. Full time employees in Assessing, Engineering, Finance, Administration, Building
Inspections, Planning, and the Equipment Center had a record of ZERO preventable
accidents.
10. Vehicular accidents resulted in an estimated $7,484 damage to City vehicles. (1990 -
$7,387).
11. Vehicular accidents resulted in an estimated $6,007 damages to property and vehicles
of others.
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ON THE JOB ACCIDENT PROFILE
Work
Temp.
1990 SAFETY PROGRAM
Full
Days
July 1, 1990 - June 30, 1991
Days
Time
1991
1990
1989
1988
ACCIDENTS REVIEWED BY SAFETY COMMITTEE: 47
32
21
39
Accidents Determined Non -Preventable- 38
23
16
35
Accidents Determined Preventable - 9
9
5
4
TOTAL EMPLOYEE INJURY CLAIMS: 52
62
42
40
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1. In 1991 there were 52 on-the-job personal injuries, of which 10 were OSHA recordable
injuries. (1990 - 62 injuries; 9 recordable injuries)
2. The 10 OSHA recordable injuries resulted in 241 lost work days and 35 work restricted
activity days. (1990 L 69 lost work days; 17 work restricted days)
3. Three lost time accidents were the result of a back -related injury. (1990 - 3)
4. Two preventable accidents resulted in 8 lost work days. (1990 - 4)
5. Of the nine preventable accidents; four occurred because an employee failed to follow
proper instruction on how to do the job safely; and one occurred when an employee
failed to use personal protective equipment provided.
6. Lost wage reimbursement to date for on-the-job injuries have totaled $26,555 (1990 -
$2,925).
7. Medical expenses to date for on-the-job injuries have totalled $34,929. (1990 -
$5,000)
S. Areas of the body injured were: arm/shoulder - 10; hand - 6; back - 12; eye -5;
leg/knee - 4; head - 4; foot - 4; groin - 2; hip - 3; chest - 2;
9. Work activities recording more than one injury include: lifting/strains - 12;
falls - 11; striking against - 6; debris in eye - 5; repetative motion - 2; vehicle
accidents - 2; collapse - 4; cuts - 2; stepping on nails - 2; poison ivy - 2.
10. Work activities involving two or more employees working together recorded five
injuries. (1990 - 2)
ACCIDENTS BY DIVISION
Gini OCT 25'91
1
Work
Temp.
Work
Full
Days
Seasonal
Days
Time
Lost
Voluntary
Lost
PUBLIC SAFETY:
Police
6
8
0
0
Fire
0
0
12
29
PUBLIC WORKS:
Equipment Center
4
0
0
0
Sewer G Water
6
34
0
0
Streets
6
84
0
0
PARK 4 RECREATION
Park Maintenance
5
85
5
1
Recreation
0
0
1
0
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT:
Building Inspection
2
0
0
0
Planning
0
0
0
0
FINANCE:
Assessing
0
0
0
0
Risk Management
O
0
0
0
Other
3
0
0
0
TOTAL
34
211
18
30
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' a
SAFE DRIVER PROGRAM
1991
TOTAL PARTICIPATING: 139 EMPLOYEES
1 YEAR AWARD
= 19
2 YEAR AWARD
= 11
3 YEAR AWARD
= 10
4 YEAR AWARD
= 6
5 YEAR AWARD
= 2
6 YEAR AWARD
= 5
7 YEAR AWARD
= 5
8 YEAR AWARD
= 4
9 YEAR AWARD
= 4
10 YEAR AWARD
= 10
11 YEAR AWARD
= 7
12 YEAR AWARD
= 9
13 YEAR AWARD
= 13
14 YEAR AWARD
= 16
TOTAL = 121
Employees NOT eligible: 18
- New Employees = 7
- Preventable Accidents = 11
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I YEAR AWARD
11:15 LUNCH
Henry Ahrens
Nancy Bye
Karol Greupner
Don Munson
Jan Olsson
Bob Pemberton
Dave Sheppard
2 YEAR AWARD:
11:15 LUNCH
Dan Faulkner
Jim Grant
Karleen Lutter
Bill Tonn
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1991 SAFE DRIVER AWARD PROGRAM
TOTAL: 19
( 7 ) 12:45 LUNCH ( 8 ) NOT ATTENDING ( 4 )
PS/FIRE
Jens Ahrens
FIN/FIN
Marc Bruning - PS/POL
FIN/ASG
Carolyn Carlson
FIN/FIN
Mike Goldstein PS/POL
PR/REC
Paul Johnson
PS/POL
Joan McCormick FIN/ASG
CD/BLD
Scott Kleist
PS/POL
Dave Suhr - PR/PMT
FIN/ASG
Levin Leuer
PS/FIRE
FIN/FIN
Alan Mitchell
CD/BLD
PW/STR
Jack Tabery
FIN/FIN
Scott Webb
PS/POL
TOTAL: 11
(4 ) 12:45 LUNCH ( 4 )
PW/ENG
Steve Correll
PS/POL
PR/PMT
Steve Deuther
PW/ENG
CD/BLD
Phil Sykes
PS/POL
CD/BLD
Tim Hoover
PS/FIRE
3 YEAR AWARD:
11:15 LUNCH ( 4 )
Cindy Anderson PR/REC
Craig Bechtold PW/S&W
Andy Jordan PW/S&W
Laurie Rauenhorst ADM
4 YEAR AWARD:
11:15 LUNCH (3),
Don Kissinger PR/ENV
Lyle Robinson PS/FIRE
Scott Streachek PS/POL
TOTAL: 10
12.45 LUNCH (5)
Brian Beniek
PS/POL
Chuck Dillerud
CD/PLAN
Jeff Hohenstein
FIN/FIN
Warren Kules
PS/POL
Jim Nolting
PS/FIRE
TOTAL: 6
12.45 LUNCH (2)
Mike Buske PS/POL
Helen LaFave ADM
5 YEAR AWARD: ($50 Savings Bond) TOTAL: 2
11:15 LUNCH (1) 12:45 LUNCH ( 0 )
Steve Herwig PW/S&W
6 YEAR AWARD: TOTAL: 5
NOT ATTENDING (3)
Susan Gottwald PS/POL
Chris Wagner PS/POL
Myra Wicklacz CD/PLAN
NOT ATTENDING (1)
Kevin Pregler PS/POL
NOT ATTENDING (1)
John Sigfrinius PS/POL
NOT ATTENDING (1)
Rick Sheldon PS/FIRE
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11.15 LUNCH ( 3 )
Don Kilian CD/BLDG
Mike Koncar PW/STR
Stan Scofield PS/FIRE
7 YEAR AWARD:
11.15 LUNCH ( 0 )
8 YEAR AWARD:
11.15 LUNCH ( 3 )
Bruce King PR/PMT
Alex Morris PW/S&W
John Wenner PR/PMT
4 YEAR AWARD:
11.15 LUNCH (2)
Gil Konop PW/S&W
Gary Pouti PW/STR
12.45 LUNCH (2)
Arnie Rasmusson CD/BLDG
Joe Ryan CD/BLDG
TOTAL: 5
:45 LUNCH (5 )
Mark Bevins
PS/POL
Dan Campbell
PW/ENG
Craig Lindman
PS/POL
Tim Oie
PS/POL
Dave Thompson
PS/POL
TOTAL: 4
12:45 LUNCH (1)
Mary Bisek PR/REC
TOTAL: 4
12.45 LUNCH (1)
Nia Wronski PS/POL
10 YEAR AWARD: ($100 Savings Bond)
11:15 LUNCH (6) 12:45 LUNCH
Jon Eccles PW/STR Dale Hahn
Jim Ritter PW/S&W
Ken Schmitz PW/STR
Daryl Sulander FIN/FIN
Luke Way PS/POL
Roger Wenner PW/STR
11 YEAR AWARD:
11.15 LUNCH (3)
Karen Forslund PS/POL
Darrell Johnson PW/ENG
Tom Nelson PW/EQC
.l
NOT ATTENDING ( 0 )
NOT ATTENDING ( 0 )
NOT ATTENDING ( 0 )
NOT ATTENDING (1)
Mary Nelson PS/POL
TOTAL: DO
(1) NOT ATTENDING (3)
FIN/FIN Dale Duerksen PS/POL
Joel Franz PS/POL
Ted Larson PS/POL
TOTAL: 7
12:45 LUNCH ( 4 )
Eric Blank
PR/REC
Dick Carlquist
PS/POL
Bob Johnson
PW/ENG
John Larson
PS/POL
NOT ATTENDING ( 0 )
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12 YEAR AWARD:
11:15 LUNCH
( 4 )
Bruce Cook
PW/S&W
Bob Hebzynski
PW/STR
Dave Johnson
PW/STR
John Sweeney
PW/ENG
13 YEAR AWARD:
11.15 LUNCH
(7)
Al Elam
PW/STR
Rick Jewett
PR/PMT
Bob Levens
PS/POL
Mike MacDonald
PW/S&W
Niel Nielsen
PS/POL
John Stirratt
PS/POL
James Willis
ADM
14 YEAR AWARD:
11:15 LUNCH
( 7 )
Frank Boyles
ADM
Mike Carroll
FIN/ASG
Greg Cook
PW/S&W
Bob Fasching
PW/EQC
Ron Foreman
PS/POL
Ray Hyovalti
PW/EQC
Glen Willey
PW/S&W
TOTAL: 9
12:45 LUNCH ( 4 )
Russ
Elzy
PW/EQC
Dick
Pouliot
PW/ENG
John
Tufte
FIN/FIN
John
Ward
PS/POL
TOTAL: 13
2.45 LUNCH (5)
Darrell Anderson PS/POL
Jim Kolstad
PW/EQC
Fred Moore
PW/ENG
Bob Nesbitt
PS/POL
Dan Twaddle
PS/POL
S 1p
NOT ATTENDING (1)
Scott Hovet FIN/ASG
NOT ATTENDING (1)
Larry Rogers PS/POL
TOTAL: 16
12:45 LUNCH (7) NOT ATTENDING (2)
Milt Dale CD/PLAN Tom Dahl PS/POL
Bill Hanvik PS/POL Dennis Paulson PS/POL
Larry Holzerland PS/POL
Ken Johnson PW/ENG
Mark Peterson PR/ENV
Tom Saba PS/POL
Tom Vetsch PW/EQC
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SAFE WORKER PROGRAM
1991
Tr)TAL PARTICIPATING: 168 EMPLOYEES
1 YEAR AWARD
= 24
2 YEAR AWARD
= 15
3 YEAR AWARD
= 18
4 YEAR AWARD
= 7
5 YEAR AWARD
= 7
6 YEAR AWARD
= 82
TOTAL
= 153
Employees NOT eligible: 15
- New Employees = 10
- Preventable Accidents = 5
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1991 SAFE WORKER PROGRAM
1 YEAR AWARD TOTAL: 24
11:15 LUNCH (10 ) 12:45 LUNCH (10 ) NOT ATTENDING ( 4 )
Nancy Bye
FIN/ASG
Jens Ahrens
FIN/FIN
Karol Greupner
PR/REC
Carolyn Carlson
FIN/FIN
Andy Jordan
PW/SW
Diane Fournier
PS/FIRE
Glen McLearen
CD/BLD
Paul Johnson
PS/POL
Don Munson
CD/BLD
Scott Kleist
PS/POL
Dianna Olson
PW/ENG
Lori Kraemer
FIN/FIN
Caryls Schansberg
CD/BLD
Alan Mitchell
CD/BLD
Dave Sheppard
PW/STR
Kelly Pudlick
FIN/FIN
Gladys Kazimer
FIN/FIN
Jeanette Sobania
ADM
Bob Pemberton
FIN/FIN
Jack Tabery
FIN/FIN
2 YEAR AWARD:
TOTAL: 15
11:15 LUNCH ( 7 )
12:45 L(.q ( 4 )
Steve Baloun - PS/POL
Mike Goldstein PS/POL
Joan McCormick-FIN/ASG
Barry Sullivan PW/ENG
NOT ATTENDING (4)
Sue Bast
PS/POL
Steve Correll
PS/POL
Marc Bruning - PS/POL
Jim Grant
PR/PMT
Steve Deuther
PW/ENG
Susan Gottwald PS/POL
Karleen Lutter
CD/BLD
Colleen Ledin
FIN/FIN
Denise Lanthier PS/POL
Donna Sankey
PR/REC
Scott Webb
PS/POL
Chris Wagner/PS/POL
Bill Tonn
CD/BLDG
PS/POL
Warren Kulesa
Jackie Watson
CD/PLAN
Kevin
Leuer
PS/FIRE
Dan Faulkner
PW/ENG
PS/FIRE
3 YEAR AWARD: TOTAL: 18
11.15 LUNCH (6)
Cindy Anderson
Gail Bangle
Craig Bechtold
Jan Olsson
Laurie Rauenhorst
Gary Smith
4 YEAR AWARD:
12.45 LUNCH (9)
PR/REC
Kathy
Beck
PS/POL
FIN/ACC
Brian
Beniek
PS/POL
PW/S&W
Karen
Cheesbrough ADM
FIN/ASG
Chuck
Dillerud
CD/PLAN
ADM
Jeff
Hohenstein
FIN/FIN
PW/STR
Joyce
Johnson
PS/POL
Warren Kulesa
PS/POL
Kevin
Leuer
PS/FIRE
Lee Vachusak
PS/FIRE
11.15 LUNCH (2)
Don Kissinger PW/ENV
Scott Streachek PS/POL
TOTAL: 7
12:45 LUNCH (2)
Helen LaFave ADM
Phil Sykes PS/POL
NOT ATTENDING ( 3 )
Dan Plekkenpol PS/POL
Kevin Pregler PS/POL
Myra Wiclacz - CD/PLAN
NOT ATTENDING (3)
Greg Oly - PS/POL
John Sigfrinius PS/POL
David Suhr - PR/PMT
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1991 SAFE WORKER AWARD PROGRAM
5 YEAR AWARD:
11:15 LUNCH ( 4 )
Connie Ecker
FIN/FIN
Eric Luetgers
PR/PMT
Deb Luesse
FIN/FIN
Gordy Simons
PR/PMT
6 YEAR AWARD:
TOTAL: 7
12:45 LUNCH (1)
Sharon Mohr PW/EQC
TOTAL: 82
NOT ATTENDING (2)
Dave Digatono - PS/POL
Larry Rogers - PS/POL
11:15 LUNCH
(40)
12:45 LUNCH
(34)
NOT ATTENDING (8)
Frank Boyles
ADM
Darrell Anderson
PS/POL
Rick Busch - PR/REC
Mike Carroll
FIN/ASG
Mark Bevins
PS/PO1
Tom Dahl - PS/POL
Bruce Cook
PW/S&W
Mike Buske
PS/POL
Dale Duerksen - PS/POL
Greg Cook
PW/S&W
Dan Campbell
PW/ENG
Scott Hovet - FIN/ASG
Jon Eccles
PW/STR
Dick Carlquist
PS/POL
Ted Larson - PS/POL
Al Elam
PW/STR
Milt Dale
CD/PLAN
Mary Nelson - PS/POL
Greg Ertz
PR/PMT
Russ Elzy
PS/EQC
Dennis Paulson PS/POL
Bob Fasching
PW/S&W
Dale Hahn
FIN/FIN
Joel Franz - PS/POL
Ron Foreman
PS/POL
Bill Hanvik
PS/POL
Karen Forslund
PS/POL
Karen Holm
PW/ENG
Bob Hebyznski
PW/STR
Larry Hol.zerland
PS/POL
Dan Heitke
PR/PMT
Ken Johnson
PW/ENG
Steve Herwig
PW/S&W
Bob Johnson
PW/ENG
Ray Hyovalti
PW/EQC
Val Krisko
ADM
Rick Jewett
PW/PMT
John Larson
PS/POL
Darrell Johnson
PW/ENG
Craig Lindman
PS/POL
Dave Johnson
PW/STR
Fred Moore
PW/ENG
Don Kilian
CD/BLD
Bob Nesbitt
PS/POL
Bruce King
PR/PMT
Tim Oie
PS/POL
Mike Koncar
PW/STR
Nancy Pederson
PR/REC
Gil Konop
PW/S&W
Mark Peterson
PR/ENV
Bobbi Leitner
FIN/FIN
Dick Pouliot
PW/ENG
Bob Levins
PS/POL
Arnie Rasmusson
CD/BLD
Mike MacDonald
PW/S&W
Joe Ryan
CD/BLD
Judy McMillin
ADM
Tom Saba
PS/POL
Niel Nielsen
PS/POL
Dave Thompson
PS/POL
Gary Pouti
PW/STR
John Tufte
FIN/FIN
Jim Ritter
PW/S&W
Dan Twaddle
PS/POL
Lyle Robinson
PS/FIRE
Tom Vetsch
PW/EQC
Ken Schmitz
PW/STR
John Ward
PS/POL
Stan Scofield
PS/POL
Tammy Ward
CD/BLD
John Stirratt
PS/POL
Nia Wronski
PS/POL
Daryl Sulander
FIN/FIN
Mary Bisek
PR/REC
John Sweeney
PW/ENG
Luke Way
PS/POL
Jan Wendland
FIN/FIN
John Wenner
PR/PMT
Roger Wenner
PW/S&W
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Glen Willey
PW/S&W
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James Willis
ADM
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
October 9, 1991
The Regular Meeting of the City of Plymouth Planning
Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Acting Chairman Michael Stulberg, Scott
Syverson, Dennis Zylla, and Michael
Wigley, and Barb Stimson (arrived at
7:09 p.m.).
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT: Coordinator Charles Dillerud, City
Engineer Dan Faulkner, and Sr.
Clerk/Typist Denise Hutt
*MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Zylla, second by Commissioner
MOTION TO APPROVE
Syverson to approve the Planning Commission Minutes of
September 25, 1991.
Vote. 3 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 3-0-1 Vote.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Commissioner Wigley abstained.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Carlson
CARLSON REAL ESTATE
Real Estate Company for a Preliminary Plat and General
(90093)
Development Plan for a 30 lot and 1 outlot conventional
residential subdivision; Rezoning of a portion of the site
from the FRD (Future Restricted Development) District to
R-2 (Low Density Multiple Residence) and to R-4 (High
Density Multiple Residence) District; and from R -1A (Low
Density Single Family Residential) District to R-2 (Low
Density Multiple Residence) District; and, Variances from
the Subdivision Ordinance for lot width at the rear lot
line and minimum lot width at the building setback line
located at the northwest corner of Carlson Parkway and I-
494.
Coordinator Dillerud reviewed the September 26, 1991 Staff
Report.
Commissioner Zylla asked who the owner of Outlot A would
be.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that he did not know who
the owner of Outlot A would be, but stated that the Park
and Recreation Director prefers the City not be.
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Commissioner Stulberg asked whether the proposed zoning
followed the Land Use Guide Plan.
Coordinator Dillerud stated that it is consistent with the
reguiding that the City Council recently approved for this
area.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Rick Sathre
representing the petitioner.
Mr. Sathre stated that the proposed development is
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan, and the only issue
remaining is if Fernbrook Lane is to be extended across
the Luce Line Trail. Mr. Sathre stated that the
petitioner would rather Fernbrook Lane not be extended.
Mr. Sathre stated Outlot A is about 10 acres, but Carlson
Real Estate has not yet found a nonprofit or public owner
for that land. He also stated that the petitioner plans
to give it to a nonprofit organization, and they have no
intent to develop the Outlot.
Acting Chairman Stulberg opened the Public Hearing.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Jeremy Wilson-Dando of
14400 4th Avenue North.
Mr. Wilson-Dando stated he resides south of the Harbor
Woods development, and felt he would be affected by the
proposed development and Fernbrook Lane. Mr. Wilson-Dando
stated he is opposed to Fernbrook Lane crossing the Luce
Line Corridor, as it would affect the trail users (bikers,
joggers, walkers). Mr. Wilson-Dando stated he felt there
would be increased noise, and personal injury risk because
of higher traffic if Fernbrook were to go through. Mr.
Wilson-Dando also stated that the crossing of Luce Line
would only reduce response time for emergency vehicles a
small amount.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Ken Gardner of 1240
Harbor Lane North.
Mr. Gardner stated he is opposed to Fernbrook Lane going
through, and commended the Commissioners for recommending
that previously to the City Council.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Bob Gersbach of 10211
Cedar Lake #202.
Mr. Gersbach stated he owns 2 acres of land south of the
proposed project. Mr. Gersbach stated that the ponding
area east of h i s parcel has been used as a drainage pond
from Harbor Place, and the water level has been so high
that trees have been under water. Mr. Gersbach asked
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whether Hans Hagen was responsible for constructing a
holding pond. Mr. Gersbach also asked whether the
developer will be improving or extending Harbor Lane north
to the Luce Line.
City Engineer Faulkner stated that Harbor Lane is to be
improved to the north end of the proposed platted
property.
Mr. Gersbach asked what the setbacks are on the east part
of the project; value of homes proposed; and, what the
proposed lot sizes are.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that the front setbacks are
35 feet, and the rear yard setbacks are 25 feet.
Coordinator Dillerud stated that the lot sizes range from
15,000 square feet to 35,000 square feet.
Acting Chairman Stulberg asked if Hans Hagen is working on
the ponding area.
City Engineer Faulkner replied that Mr. Hagen has not yet
fulfilled his obligations, but that the City will continue
to monitor the progress.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced John Grams of 1230
Harbor Lane North.
Mr. Grams stated he is opposed to Fernbrook Lane crossing
the Luce Line Trail. Mr. Grams stated that he felt it
would be a potential traffic hazard and risk to
pedestrians.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Susan Green of 700
Harbor Lane North.
Ms. Green stated she is opposed to access across the Luce
Line. Ms. Green asked how Outlot A size was determined,
and will the outlot be rezoned in the future. Ms. Green
also stated she was concerned with what will happen with
the wildlife in the area.
Acting Chairman Stulberg stated there would be a covenant
on Outlot A so that it can not be rezoned or developed.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Jim Hartmann of 1140
Harbor Lane North.
Mr. Hartmann stated he is concerned about Fernbrook Lane
crossing the Luce Line.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced David Leschak of CIM
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October 9, 1991
Page 182
Mr. Leschak stated he would like to see a temporary
emergency access road north of the proposed project
instead of Fernbrook Lane crossing the Luce Line.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Steve Offerman of 1135
Fernbrook Lane North.
Mr. Offerman stated he is opposed to the completion of
Fernbrook Lane across the Luce Line, and felt increased
traffic would be a risk.'
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced John Richter of 1205
Fernbrook Lane North.
Mr. Richter asked if there would be a Public Hearing if
they proposed Fernbrook Lane to go across the Luce Line.
Acting Chairman Stulberg stated there will be public
meetings to discuss the project, but no formal public
hearings are required.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Terry Rosen of 425
Harbor Lane North.
Ms. Rosen stated she was concerned with the health and
safety of the neighborhood if Fernbrook Lane is extended
across the Luce Line.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Richard Schmidt of
14310 13th Avenue North.
Mr. Schmidt stated he does not want Fernbrook Lane to go
across the Luce Line, and that traffic is already heavy
enough in that area.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Alice Williams of
14325 12th Avenue North.
Ms. Williams stated she also does not want to see
Fernbrook Lane go across the Luce Line. Ms. Williams
stated that the City would be trading one hazard for
another. Ms. Williams asked why fire safety concerns.are
greater than traffic safety concerns.
Mr. Gardner questioned whether the concerns of the
residents attending the meeting are brought to the City
Council's attention.
Acting Chairman Stulberg stated that the minutes of this
meeting go to the City Council.
Mr. Sathre responded to several questions that were
raised. Mr. Sathre stated that Outlot A area is 432,000
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Page 183
Mr. Sathre stated that some wildlife may be displaced, but
most will stay. Mr. Sathre stated that home values will
range from $130,000 and up, which are comparable to other
homes in the surrounding area.
Acting Chairman Stulberg closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Wigley asked City Engineer Faulkner about
looking at an emergency access along the Luce .Line.
City Engineer Faulkner stated that a collector street
needs to go through, as he recommends.
MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Stimson to recommend approval for a Preliminary Plat and
General Development Plan for a 30 lot and 1 outlot
conventional residential subdivision; and Variances from
the Subdivision Ordinance for rear yard width at the lot
line, and minimum lot width at the building setback line,
subject to the conditions listed in the September 26, 1991
staff report.
MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO AMEND
Stimson to add a Condition #11 to provide emergency access
across the Luce Line trail.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION to Amend carried on a 5-0 VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Vote.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO AMEND
Wigley to amend Condition #10 to state "The Final Plat
shall include a perpetual conservation easement/covenant
for Outlot A and for ownership and responsibility for
Outlot A acceptable to the City".
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION to Amend carried on a 5-0
Vote.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner
Wigley to amend Condition #4 to recommend a waiver of the
payment of park dedication fees -in -lieu because of the
conservation easement in Outlot A.
Acting Chairman Stulberg stated that they should not do
this as an amendment to a condition and should not
interfere with park dedication fees.
Commissioner Zylla stated this is a fairness issue because
of the dedication of Outlot A, and he does not want a
financial burden placed on the developer.
VOTE- MOTION CARRIED
MOTION TO AMEND
Acting Chairman Stulberg stated the petitioner may request
a waiver at the City Council meeting. '91
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October 9, 1991
Page 184
Roll Call Vote. 2 Ayes. (Commissioners Syverson, Wigley
and Stulberg voted Nay) Motion failed on a 2-3 Vote.
Roll Call Vote on main motion. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on
a 5-0 Vote.
MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Acting Chairman
Stulberg to recommend approval of the Rezoning of a
portion of the site from the FRD (Future Restricted
Development) District to R-2 (Low Density Multiple
Residence) and to R-4 (High Density Multiple Residence)
District; and from R -1A (Low Density Single Family
Residential) District to R-2 (Low Density Multiple
Residence) District, and the resolution Setting conditions
to be met prior to the publication of the ordinance
rezoning land.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-0 Vote.
VOTE - MOTION FAILED
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION TO APPROVE
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner RECOMMENDATION TO CITY
Syverson to recommend 4th Avenue be vacated relative to COUNCIL
the road easement, not the utility easement; and that the
roadway be removed and returned to a pre -roadway condition
subject to the preservation of the trail easement to
Outlot A.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-0 Vote. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded Commissioner Wigley RECOMMENDATION TO CITY
to recommend that the Prelminary Plat and Final Plat be COUNCIL
amended to show a permanent cul-de-sac at Fernbrook and
the Luce Line Trail, and that Harbor Lane/Fernbrook be
removed as collector streets as part of the Thoroughfare
Guide Plan.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-0 Vote.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Richard
Koepp for a Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for U -
Haul Rental and outside storage of rental trailers and
trucks located at 9605 36th Avenue North.
Acting Chairman Stulberg waived the overview of September
26, 1991 staff report.
Coordinator Dillerud stated that the petitioner has been
in violation at this location for a number of years.
Coordinator Dillerud stated that the use itself, if
properly controlled, is responsive to the Conditional Use
Permit standards, but suggested to the Commission that
there should be some screening of this use.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
RICHARD KOEPP (91011)
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Rick Koepp and Bud CIM QST Z5,91
Koepp representing the petitioner.
Planning Commission Minutes
October 9, 1991
Page 185
Mr. Rick Koepp stated that he never knew they were in
violation. He also stated he should not be required to
screen the use, as it looks better than most businesses
around him.
Mr. Bud Koepp stated he did not know he needed a
Conditional Use Permit.
Mr. Rick Koepp questioned why he had to spend $1250 for a
survey.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that the ordinance states
you have to submit a recent survey to establish current
site conditions.
Acting Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public
Hearing as there was no one present to speak on the issue.
Acting Chairman Stulberg read a letter sent in by Harvey
Schmidt of 9625 36th Avenue North indicating his support
for the application.
MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner
MOTION TO APPROVE
Stimson to recommend approval of a Site Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for U -Haul Rental and outside
storage of rental trailers and trucks located at 9605 36th
Avenue North, subject to the conditions listed in the
September 26, 1991 staff report.
MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner
MOTION TO AMEND
Zylla to amend condition #5 to state "All required
screening is hereby waived".
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-0 Vote.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Roll Call Vote on main motion. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
a 5-0 Vote.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Daniel DANIEL AND PATRICIA
and Patricia Callahan for an amendment to a Residential CALLAHAN (91082)
Planned Unit Development Preliminary Plan and Conditional
Use Permit to allow a porch and deck addition encroaching
into the rear setback to an existing home located at 15025
48th Avenue North.
Coordinator Dillerud reviewed the September 26, 1991 staff
report.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Dan and Patricia
Callahan representing the petitioner.
Mrs. Callahan stated that she did not think this should be
an amendment to the PUD.
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October 9, 1991
Page 186
Mr. Callahan stated the encroachment is only a few square
feet total. Mr. Callahan stated that their lot is unique
and has a very shallow rear yard and will need the
amendment for them to get a 12 foot by 12 foot porch.
Acting Chairman Stulberg opened the Public Hearing.
Acting Chairman Stulberg read a letter from Phil and Deby
Samson of 15005 48th Avenue North in support of the
application.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Jim Martin of 15035
48th Avenue North.
Mr. Martin stated that he was in agreement with the
proposed request for an amendment to the PUD.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Gary Plummer of 15010
48th Avenue North.
Mr. Plummer stated he felt the request should be approved.
Acting Chairman Stulberg closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Stimson to recommend approval of the Amendment to a
Residential Planned Unit Development Preliminary Plan and
Conditional use Permit to allow a porch and deck addition
encroaching into the rear setback to an existing home
subject to all conditions listed in the September 26, 1991
staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-0 Vote. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced the Zoning Ordinance ZONING ORDINANCE
Amendments regarding Grand Opening and Promotional Events. AMENDMENTS
Coordinator Dillerud reviewed the proposed amendment.
Commissioner Zylla stated that this only gives the Zoning
Administrator the authority to license promotional events
and does not address the grand opening issues.
Acting Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public
Hearing as there was no one present to speak.
Acting Chairman Stulberg stated the definition should be
changed to include grand opening/promotional events.
MOTION by Acting Chairman Stulberg, seconded by MOTION TO APPROVE
Commissioner Zylla to recommend approval of the proposed
amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, and to include grand
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Paragraph 4 (i).
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-0 Vote. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
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October 9, 1991
Page 187
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Baton BATON CORPORATION
Corporation for Residential Planned Unit Development Final (91087)
Site Plan Amendment for 23 parking stalls located at the
southwest corner of Old Rockford Road and 41st Avenue
North.
Acting Chairman Stulberg waived the overview of the
September 26, 1991 staff report.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced Randy Zejdlik,
representing the petitioner.
Mr. Zejdlik stated the staff report should be amended to
reflect 21 parking stalls instead of 23 based on a revised
plan he has just submitted.
MOTION by Commissioner Stimson, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Wigley to recommend approval of the request for
Residential Planned Unit Development Final Site Plan
Amendment for 21 parking stalls, subject to all conditions
listed in the September 26, 1991 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried on a 5-0 Vote.
Acting Chairman Stulberg introduced the matter of election
of officers.
MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner
Stimson to nominate Commissioner Stulberg for Chairman and
Commissioner Zylla for Vice -Chairman; and, that a
unanimous vote be cast for their election.
Vote. 3 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously on a 3-0-2
Vote. (Commissioners Stulberg and Zylla abstained)
Acting Chairman Stulberg appointed Commissioner Stimson as
liason to the Park and Recreation Board.
Commissioner Zylla stated he would like to have at least
11 inch x 17 inch size plans for the developments. All
Commissioners were in agreement. .
Commissioner Zylla stated he would like to set a meeting
to discuss PUD's.
Dillerud stated Terry Forbord of Lundgren Brothers
Construction has offered a presentation on PUD's.
Commissioner Stulberg stated he would like a memo of
"bullet points" concerning the PUD subject.
Commissioner Wigley stated he would be interested in
presentation on PUD's by Terry Forbord.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
ELECTION OF CHAIR AND
VICE -CHAIR
MOTION TO APPROVE
VOTE - UNANIMOUS
APPOINTMENT
PLAN SIZES
PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENTS
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October 9, 1991
Page 188
Coordinator Dillerud stated he would get information
together and let everyone know at the meeting on October
23, 1991.
PUD's will be discussed at the November 13, 1991 Planning
Commission meeting.
Joe Domagala stated outgoing commissioners should pass on
as much information as possible to'new commission members.
He stated he is interested in PUD concepts, and felt they
do need to be changed.
Commissioner Zylla stated PUD's will be discussed at the
meeting on November 14, 1991.
Commissioner Stulberg stated that the new commissioners
are doing a good job.
Meeting adjourned at 9:55
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MINIITES OF CCr�"I�j�Q
THE QUARTERLY 14EETING OF
THE SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY �'fyolp/�3�99i
October 16, 1991
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, the
meeting of the Suburban Rate Authority was held at Leon's Supper
Club in the City of Hilltop, Minnesota, on Wednesday, October 16,
1991, commencing at 6:30 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER:
Chair, Gloria Vierling.
2. ROLL CALL:
Bloomington
Columbia Heights
Deephaven
Edina
Fridley
Hopkins
Maplewood
Minnetonka
Roseville
St. Louis Park
Shakopee
West St. Paul
The meeting was called to order by the
Mark Bernhardson
Bruce Nawrocki
Bill Schoell
John Wallin
John Flora
James Cessele
Dan Faust
Robert DeGhetto
Steve Gatlin
Don Rambow
Gloria Vierling
Bill Craig
Also present was legal counsel James Strommen of Holmes & Graven.
It was determined that a quorum of the votes of the Suburban Rate
Authority was represented at the meeting.
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Mr. Schoell moved to approve the
minutes from the July 17, 1991 quarterly meeting. Mr. Gatlin
seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
4. OFFICERS' REPORTS: Mr. Wallin presented the Treasur-
er's report, a copy of which is attached to these minutes.
Mr. DeGhetto moved to accept the Treasurer's report. Mr. Faust
seconded the motion which carried unanimously.
5. COMMUNICATIONS: Mr. Strommen reported that the SRA is
now covered under a policy through the League of Minnesota
Cities' Insurance Trust, effective August 7, 1991. At the July
meeting, the Board voted to obtain separate coverage for the SRA
as a joint powers agreement. The Trust informed the SRA that it
was not covered through member city policies. Mr. Strommen also
reported that the City of Woodland had chosen to withdraw from
the SRA effective January 1, 1992, citing budget considerations.
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6. NSP RATE CASE: Mr. Strommen reported that Mr. Purdue
and his associate from Messerli & Kramer, David Roland, are both
now in the employ of Braun Intertec, an engineering firm. They
have been handling the NSP rate case presently before the
Commission on behalf of SRA. Mr. Purdue and Mr. Roland have
agreed to continue monitoring the NSP rate case until its
conclusion in November of this year, despite their new positions
outside of private practice. The administrative law judge has
now made recommendations in the case. They are not inconsistent
with the positions of the SRA. Mr. Purdue does not recommend
taking an active position at this point.
Among other things, the ALJ recommends the privatization of
street lighting repair and three rather than two time of day
rates for municipal pumping. The ALJ recommends granting NSP an
overall rate of return of 9.94 percent, totalling $59,634,000 in
additional annual revenue. NSP requested $98,198,000, a 10.35
percent overall rate of return. The ALJ recommended that NSP
conduct a cost allocation study before its next rate filing.
Such a study, if required by the Commission, would carry with it
the potential for significant rate design issues of interest to
the SRA. NSP has informed the Commission that it intends to file
another general rate case later this year or in early 1992. The
firm of Holmes & Graven will be handling all future electric rate
matters.
7. TIER SYSTEM REVIEW/EAS UPDATE: Mr. Strommen reported
that the Commission has scheduled a hearing on November 5, 1991
for the Tier System review issue. As reported at the July
meeting, US West admitted that no distance -cost correlation
exists any longer in telephone calls made throughout the Tier
System. US West now maintains, however, that non -traffic sensi-
tive costs (access costs) justify tier rate differentials. At
the November 5 hearing the Commission must address the issue of
such a cost basis, if it is found to exist, and other non -cost
policy considerations surrounding the Tier System.
A related issue involves the extended area service (EAS)
petitioning exchanges joining the Metro calling area. On
Tuesday, October 15, the Commission accepted new rates for four
of the new EAS exchanges to be included in the local metro
calling area: Belle Plain, Waconia, New Prague and Cologne. Mr.
Strommen reported that twelve additional petitioning exchanges
will join the metro area after cost studies are completed. The
four referenced exchanges will pay rates approximately double
those paid by adjoining existing local metro exchanges. As per
the EAS legislation, SRA communities (existing metro calling
areas) share a small percentage of the cost of local access.
US West exchanges will be charged an additional one cent per
month for single party flat rate service and approximately three
cents per month for basic business service. Metro customers
served by United Telephone in the Victoria and Chaska areas will
see a more significant monthly increase. Because of the formula
under which United calculates the cost sharing of new EAS
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exchanges, residents served in the Victoria and Chaska areas will
see increases of sixteen and thirty-five cents per month, respec-
tively. Business services in those areas will see rate increases
of thirty-two and seventy cents per month, respectively.
The substantially higher rates paid by new EAS exchanges
will have a significant effect on the Commission's willingness to
further flatten tier rates. It is possible that the Commission
will adopt non -cost policy reasons for maintaining the basic Tier
structure of rates.
8. MWCC MATTERS: Mr. Strommen referenced the memorandum
prepared by Mr. Kennedy of Holmes & Graven regarding the MWCC
budget. (attached) Mr. Schoell related the recommendation of the
Executive Committee that the SRA work jointly with the AMM and
League of Minnesota Cities in establishing a policy statement
regarding pending EPA requirements for phosphorus removal. Mr.
Schoell moved and Mr. Flora seconded the motion that the SRA join
in a policy statement. The Board authorized counsel to pursue
that issue. It was suggested that the SRA contact peopli at the
federal level regarding EPA District 5 requirements. The Board
also raised concerns about annual increases imposed by the MWCC
attributed to among other factors, labor costs. Concern was
expressed that more specific justification be given for
increases. Ms. Vierling suggested that a representative of the
MWCC meet with concerned city representatives to explain specific
aspects of the budget of concern. Mr. Flora also raised the
issue of SAC charges as to the fairness and uniformity of their
application and definition.
9. LEGISLATIVE MONITORING/LOBBYING: Mr. Nawrocki express-
ed the recommendation of the Executive Committee that the Board
authorize counsel to monitor pre -1992 legislative session
activity regarding bills to be introduced involving utility
matters that may affect SRA communities. The Executive Committee
further recommended that a committee of SRA representatives be
established to work with legal counsel in monitoring legislative
activity and in contacting key legislators if necessary. The
goal is to establish a network before and during legislative
sessions which will enable the SRA to react to bills before they
become laws. Mr. Strommen also reported that he had spoken with
Robert Renner of Messerli & Kramer regarding the bonding bill
that will be considered at the 1992 legislative session. Mr.
Renner expects that combined sewer overflow issues will be
raised once again in the context of the bonding bill. Mr. Renner
will be evaluating the issues between now and the January SRA
meeting. He will be contacting Mr. Strommen regarding a
recommendation for the SRA.
Mr. Nawrocki moved that the Board authorize Holmes & Graven
to monitor pertinent legislative activity until the January
meeting on an hourly rate basis not to exceed $2,500, and that
the SRA Board chair appoint a committee of SRA delegates to
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assist in that process. Mr. Nawrocki offered his services for
that purpose. No commitment would be made regarding lobbying for
a specific issue until identified. Mr. Craig seconded the motion
which passed unanimously.
10. ANNUAL MEETING, GUEST, LOCATION: Ms. Vierling raised
the issue of whether the SRA should invite a guest to speak at
the SRA annual meeting in January. The Board agreed that a guest
should be invited, as has been done in the past. Senators
Durenberger and Wellstone and the chair of the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency were identified as persons able to
address the issue of EPA water purification requirements. State
legislators involved with utility legislation were also
suggested. It was noted that January 15 may be difficult for
state legislators to accept an invitation. The Board authorized
counsel to contact the referenced potential guests for the
purpose of extending an invitation to attend the SRA annual
meeting.
The Board then discussed the issue of annual meeting
location and whether meeting locations should remain the same or
rotate. The Board agreed to rotate board meetings clockwise each
quarter. Mr. Faust suggested the Days Inn in Maplewood as the
site for the annual meeting in January. The Board so agreed.
The consensus of the Board was to continue the rotation for the
spring quarterly meeting to a southern SRA suburb. Until the
Board decides otherwise, SRA quarterly meeting locations will
rotate in that fashion each quarter.
11. CLAIMS: Holmes & Graven presented a bill in the amount
of $7,264.12 for legal services. The expert consultants,
Chesapeake Regulatory Consultants, submitted a bill for
$3,422.92. Mr. Faust moved to accept the claims and Mr. Craig
seconded the motion which passed unanimously.
12. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business,
Mr. Flora moved to adjourn the meeting. Mr. Bernhardson seconded
the motion and the meeting adjourned.
Attest:
Secretary
Attachments:
Treasurer's Report
Dave Kennedy's Memorandum
Chairman
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MEMORANDL
TO: Suburban Rate Authority Boi
FROM: Dave Kennedy
SUBJECT: Metropolitan Waste Control
DATE: October 1, 1991
ird of Directors
Commission Budget
At the July 17, 1991 SRA Bard meeting the staff was
instructed to examine the MWCC 199 Budget and to report in a
preliminary way on the general aspects of the budget and any
aspects of it of particular concern to members. The action was
the first step in the SRA's taking a more active role in
monitoring the Commission's activities and perhaps playing a more
active role in the development of that budget.
General Comments
First it should be pointed out that the schedule for the
preparation and adoption of the Commission's Capital and
Operating Budgets was completed on July 16, 1991 when the MWCC
Board gave final approval to the budgets. The approval process
begins in January of each year and consists of initial
preparation and Board review, a publ c hearing and final adoption
prior to August 1. Perhaps SRA Bard members participated in
some of the pre -budget hearings and meetings. The SRA Board may
wish to consider a procedure for monitoring and reporting on
those pre -budget hearings since they generally follow a cycle
similar to that of the SRA Board's q arterly meeting schedule.
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Second, the magnitude of the financial obligations of the
Commission as set out in the budget documents make it difficult
to express their implications in simple terms. The budget
message from the Chief Administrator covering the budget is an
excellent summary and is attached for your review. The
Commission is also preparing a "Budget Summary" which should be
available soon and will be circulated to SRA members.
Third, the budget represents the Commission's attempt to
finance obligations imposed on it by forces largely beyond its
control, primarily state and federal effluent and water
standards, increasing demand by users whom it must serve, and the
gradual expansion of its service areas which is ultimately
controlled by Metropolitan Council policy decisions.
Fourth, the Commission must finance its operations and
capital expenditures almost completely from user charges and
borrowing since federal funding is virtually non-existent. Low
interest loans from the Minnesota Public Facilities Authority
help somewhat.
Given these considerations I think a fair reading of the
budget documents indicates a rather conservative and financially
sound approach to the Commission's responsibilities. This
approach is reflected in the Triple A rating carried by bonds
issued by the Metro Council to finance the Commission's capital
projects.
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Budget Numbers
The MWCC Budget is a formidable document and no attempt will
be made here to discuss its details. I think it fair to say,
however, that the 1992 operating budget reflects an approximate
allocation of resources of 1/3 to labor cost, 1/3 to capital
costs and 1/3 to purchased service costs. This allocation is
quite different from the typical municipal budget which often
allocates as much as 70-80% to labor costs. The large allocation
to capital costs is not surprising given the substantial capital
investment in plant and equipment. The 1/3 for purchased
services is apparently the result of the Commission's high demand
for and use of electricity to operate its various pumps and
treatment works.
A review of the budget alone gives no sense of whether the
labor costs and administrative costs are in the ballpark, but one
does get the sense from reading the document together with the
Commission's long range implementation plan that the Commission
staff expends a good deal of effort in long range planning as
well as developing cost containment strategies.
I understand, too, that the Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities (AMM) studied the budget at some length and was
unable to identify any areas where significant cost savings could
be achieved.
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'.. Problem Areas
The budget documents rather clearly identify two issues that
the Commission and SRA members should focus on relatively soon.
The first is the phosphorus issue which is laid out clearly
in Gordy Voss's budget letter attached on page 2. If a .4 mg/l
standard should be required you'll note that the present
estimates are that $273 million in capital outlay and $36 million
in annual operating costs would be required. The impact on user
rates such a program would be staggering. The results of the
Commission's pilot program to evaluate removal won't be ready for
a few years, but it does not seem to early to begin alerting the
EPA to the cost implications of whatever standard, if any, is
adopted. I understand that the AMM and the League of Cities are
preparing a policy statement on this issue and perhaps the SRA
may want to join them.
The second issue (not specifically mentioned in the budget
but discussed in the Commission's implementation plan) is the
level of SAC charges in the near and long term. In simplest
terms the SAC charges are imposed to provide debt service
reserves for future extensions and replacements of plant (and to
a basic degree, to recoup the original debt service costs of the
acquisition of the interceptors incurred when the MWCC took over
municipal and district owned facilities). But as SAC units
decrease as growth slows the existing plant ages and replacement
costs grow. The present SAC charge is scheduled to rise to
$1,170 in 1998 and $3,579 in 2010, but there is no certainty at
this time that the figure will be adequate. Dramatic increases
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' in SAC charges could have significant impacts on growth and
development, rentals, home prices and virtually all 'aspects of
the metro economy.
The Commission is continually reviewing this problem. Its
1992 SAC study will soon be completed. Perhaps the SRA should
become involved since its interest in utility rates in general
may enable it to make a contribution to the rather intricate
technical and financial analysis required to come up with a
reasonable and workable solution.
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Mbe Honorable Charles Weaver. Acting Chair
Members of the Board of Commissioners
Metropolitan Waste Coatrol Cammi"We
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230 East Fitts Street
St. Peal Minaesod 55101
Dar Chair Waver and Commissioners:
Mie Operating Budget proposed for 1992 Is substantially lower that ProkXtioas. A yeas ata prrliainary
projections showed expaditues iscreasing 143 patent from 1991 b 1992,1argely doe to increasing debt service
payments. L contrast, Propose expenditures is this badges Increase S.24 y fife average wholesale
sewerage rate 10 a rawcatw customer increases 6 percent.
Cutting the we of growth in expenditures — in a year when major rgioaal plant expansions are cm of line
and we are meeting even more stringent emuent permit regtinemeats — is sotewortby. It is a angible result of the
eooccpr of taking a comprehensive approach to agency operations, anticipating cats and benefits and responding
with beneficial initiatives in a cost-effective way. ?fere are domes of Le=e sad small cmmpks of this approach
mghoot the agency, but the two major examples in this budget are debt service and labor elSeiesclea.
'Ilse S46 million debt service badgered W 1992 was oritissDy projected at S53 mulice 71hat is ac las debt to
pay, but psyments io the Metropolitan Coaaal wee restroeutod to be more eva. Additionally, is 1990 *e MWCC
1 -mined spending duvegbowt the agency and received some uabadgeted reverie so that we were able to prepay
to the Metropolitan Camcil more than SS million in debt service. These initiatives brought down the rate of increase
in debt service 6m 25 percent b 11 pa=L Farther, wWlc debt service will continue grow at about twice the
not of ia6atim Se resuscuffing will prevent sharp. single year increases for the mz few years.
Labor elks d=W be sea inthe oaatMofrg3oaal plant c ansioa. The hydraulle capacity of fourrgional
pmts is bests etpaaded 40 percent, sad mast of that capacity will be on line by the end of 1992 The complexity
aad sophistication of the plants is also iscreasiat, both to facilitate more eMckat long -tam operation and to meet
more stringent permit requirements. For example, at the Blue Lake plant, there will be 25 timer move equipment
when the expansion is completed. At the Seam plant, aompwtrrized process control is be masing. Programmable
eontrollea will increase from oak to 11; sensors from 30 In 107; inpatkwtpat stations in control circuits from 29
to 1,067.
Of course move staff as well as equipment and supplies are seeded to operate the expanded plants. It is estimated
that ill operating costs directly caused by plM expansions will be $0.6 million in 1992 However, these
additional costs could have been $1 million higher in 1992 algae, Anticipating expansion and working with labor
waioos, as initiative to reallocate staff to higher value jobs isduding regional plant jobs was begun. This w M help
provide the be trained suff the expansions require, more effectively than all am hires.
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Mile the 1992 budget is a success awy is terms of cost eoutaisacet,1993 will preaeat new ehalkagea. CkW
among thea Is the pbospborm Issue. Before *cuing pborpboras limits. the Metro plait permit issued in 1990
rapires evaluation of the effect of eMww phorpborus and of the coat to naive it Consistent w kb the permit,
we will proceed with a pkat -scale pilot testing program. Moordiag b a draftstudy, the Inst-cw altunadw under
study requires Slal.a million is capital outlay and n rascal operating coat of $8.6 mMkm That wrodd achieve
a 1.0 mgA pbospborus limit in the emueat. A highercost alternative, b schieve an 0.1 nV pbospborus limit,
requires SM aaIDion is capital outlay and S36 mWioa k annual operating oat.
At current prices, the aheraadm would increase the budget by 19 percent and 66 percent rapect5ively, adding
operating coats sad debt service. Will tie decease is phospbo rua lead to any measurable improvement in water
quality? WM oammuaitiea and bdworks pay far such measures? We are worldog feu develop s edid pevcodare
and pian to resolve these gaestions with agreement and support fiv n A 6e. parties, blot wee won't know say answers
caul 1993, when various studies are acbeduM for completion.
'Phis 1992 budget message highliou the following topic:
• --Spending and Sewer Rates;
• —Capital Budget;
• —Debt Service;
• —Continuing Operations, and
• —Focus Arcs.
Additional budget analysis will be avabble in our 1992 Summary Budget, a policy -Oriented companion to this
document.
Spending swd Sewer Aetea
The proposed 1992 Operating Bodgd totals $339.1 wMion. Its effects on spending and ratepayers an as follows:
Espam itmu SIW MUMIoa 51391 xMioa L2 %
Net sewer service
charges to •
communities 51023 mmioa 5113.9 million 11.4 %
Wholesale rate
to average
residence SWI $9396 62%
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st, propowA expenditures would increase 8-2 percent. indadiat a 545 mBlisa ioaease is debt service aad the
,*vasal plant expaosioos. Second, before oar 105 astomer communities receive their brill, they arc ar4led with
any payments for local government debt servia or csrreat valve credit tat metropolitan treatment of iateseepuw
faeaicies„ or for credits (or debits) from their estimated bill two years earlier. Also, Other revenue we wO collect
is 1942 is deducted from the gross. For 1992, these credits will reduce the communities' billings to $113.7 mMkm
;a 1992, coma asky billings Sam tae MWOC aria be4m a amts rate per gallon; the five-year trasakkm to a
uaifoem rate structure, berm by state law in 1978, will be complete. For 1992. wW credits to reduce Srots aewa
service dWga, are somewhat lava that sormal. Ills malts foam tie derision to the czaesa revenue and wisp
frog underspending to pre pay debt savicr- Fwally, the average resideatial CEO ome:'a bili is moderated by tae
fact that there will be marc cummers to share the cost We estimate the wbolesak'sate to tae svernge residence
will iseeam 62 percPat.
T1e MWCC is a wholesale: of Sewerage services. Eark comma eommuaity may add its caws tees for 1=1
sewerage services sad, on the average, the local Lee is 30 petvcat of the wbolesak. Because of diQetesees is set
billiogs among communities and ditfemot community rate practices, the red8 rate will vary among t0mmuaitiea.
(Exhibit 1, following ibis letter, abows the calculation of set sewer servim Barges 10 eomMuaities for 1992, based
os budgeted revenues and expenditures. Fjd&it 2 shows the calculation of the whoksale rate to the avenge
mswcamv
C&piW Budget
"se 1992 Capital Budget authorizes SMI.6 mMion for capital project:. There are 43 major projects in the Capital
Adger Projects are authorized by phase (cc step' a a armulstive basis. Funds authariud for projects is Step
II indude Steps I and II; for projects in Step M. aw'Awriatiom include all three atepa-
Aw"riad" by Project Stsp
S of Total
Step I Facility piaaaiag 528.8111mioa as
Step II Design 34.6 million 9%
Step M Construction 314.4 xMica a2�
Otaa (Related Costs) 32 midis 19L
5381.6 million
The capital budget includes funding for the pertinent steps of all open capital project;. 'Opca' MOM ate those
sstaarized but sot completed. In the 1992 QpJW Budget, the authorizations include SIW.7 minion expended
before 1991.
Capital Expenditures by Year
Pro -1991
Projected 1991
Projected 1992
Nojected 1993 and Beyond
5160.7 minion
832 millica
685 mMion
692 million
$381.6 million
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Projects aWwrized in the capital budget must
be is the MWCC's 'Wastes sta Treatment
and Handling Implementation Picea,' ap-
proved by the Metropolitan Counal. Further,
projects are strongly influenced by
NPDESJSDS permits, the Mk-wota Pollu-
tiaa Control Agency, the U.S. Psivironmeatd
ProteWm Agency sad the rate of grow1b is
our tautomer communities.
Dept Servlet
Each year the capital budget is revised to add
sew► projects, b re.0ea &Ugea is project
oasts and to ddew completed projects, 7U
result is an aathaeindon for expenditures by
vjca While the budgeting process ooears
once a year, the expenditures in the apical
budget span over several years.
Since the termination of the federal gnats program, most capital costs are Gaanced by debt: Tle Commis ioa's
debt is long term; debt is repaid ova 20 years.
The aec+ompanyiag graph mustrates bow capital doss: aQea debt service,
• 1»1 and prior. Debt service for debt issued in 1992 and debt outstaadiog 6+om prior yeah
• 1fl2 eap�ital baelget: Debt savioe fa debt issued as a nsultme 1992 a bad d ilia iodusda all
debt issued to Gaanoe aVmdimres i■ 1992,1993.1994 card 1995" appeaved this budget doarmnt
• I Plea debt; Mw, Impkaaeaosdm Plan is a gaaang docunacut cant emess 20 years. This layer o
pays for project apeaditmes fa+eeast is We lmpieneatare not tioa Plan that aYO put of the capital budgeL
In 1992, debt service w M equal seady S46 wil1ioa, ar oae-Wird of the Operating Bodges. Tle Casamission's
excelkat 0aascoa1 condition Wps carry Wigs amosat of debt service. Ort bonds are rated AAA by Moody's and
Standard and Poar's, the major rating saviecs, and so debt insunsce is seeded b pin this rating. Ali debt is
undertaiea Wroath the Metropolitan Couacii, backed by Commission revenue and the Couacil's levy autImity.
The levy las neva been spread.
OpawdR9 Budget; C 4d usixg Open ant, lllsjor Chester and FaacsArms
In 1992, program budgets for continuing operations will unease 4S pe, t, or a total of 5879 mMion.
'Continuing Operations' means the same level of savior as the prior year, and represents only prise changes.
Major clanger of SL7 million w M add another 2 percent to the program budgets. 'Major Changes' an all changes
in people, pdocrss or outputs. For example, the east of staQmg sad running the expanded regional plants are
budgeted as major changes is 1942. In subsequent yam, they wffl be continuing operations.
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al, the 1992 program budgets are 589.6 Million, a 6S percent increase aver 1991. However, 6e cost of
insurance is going up 2S percent of 50.6 MiUioa, with the Majofity of that costs in w crkeu' compea"*m
iasunace. Debt service, despite our excellent credit rating and restrncarring work. will increase I I percent or $4.5
Million.
OpemUng Budget
(MMWW of dolun)
sAraes
During 1992, we will eantinae to spend the pmpoadmuce of oar resources on the fundamental task of odlecling
NW treating wastewater in eamphana with crAronmeatsl standards. In 1990, MWCC treatment plants achieved
a record high of 99.4 percent oam-
plianee with their disebuge permits.
Tk Minnesota pollution Control
Ageacy and the Association ofMet-
MpoUtnSCw=p Ag=Ck2 tom'
aized the superior effort with
Multiple awards at certificates.
Apia is 1992, we will go beyond
these band -mentals to Move toward
addressingan expanded anissioa. Is
Exhibit 3, the 1992 Focus Areas are
shown, totaling $133 Million of 10
percent of the total budget 'These
are area: when the 1992 operating
budget places special. emphasis.
Activities in the focus arcs are ex-
plained
xplained in detail in the 1992 Sam -
nary Budget
• 9xUruM Rmkll. - $uit
. adownt Ybmd M"MW W -
rsum 1. ..1
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1211
12i�
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program Budtest.
Continuing Operations
5973
45%
Major Changes
1.7
2A%
Teta) lroW-ausn Budgets
184.1
S89A
6.5%
Insurance
25
3.1
25.M
Rese^WcontingenC7
0s
05
Debt Service
41.4
459
1 LO%
Teta) Operating Budget
11285
1139.1
8.26
sAraes
During 1992, we will eantinae to spend the pmpoadmuce of oar resources on the fundamental task of odlecling
NW treating wastewater in eamphana with crAronmeatsl standards. In 1990, MWCC treatment plants achieved
a record high of 99.4 percent oam-
plianee with their disebuge permits.
Tk Minnesota pollution Control
Ageacy and the Association ofMet-
MpoUtnSCw=p Ag=Ck2 tom'
aized the superior effort with
Multiple awards at certificates.
Apia is 1992, we will go beyond
these band -mentals to Move toward
addressingan expanded anissioa. Is
Exhibit 3, the 1992 Focus Areas are
shown, totaling $133 Million of 10
percent of the total budget 'These
are area: when the 1992 operating
budget places special. emphasis.
Activities in the focus arcs are ex-
plained
xplained in detail in the 1992 Sam -
nary Budget
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rsum 1. ..1
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In preparing the 1992 budpu, our major objectivc wrat to provide You writs mkvast isfocrostioa so that you could
make informed policy decisimm The many wffw►bo contributed to preparation of the budget descrvc tecopItion
for tbeir belp. Fvrtber, as you ester the final phases of your deliberatioaa, we WIF you to all anus for say &nista=
you may see&
Sbw rely,
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Chief Administrator
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SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY CT 231991
ANALYSISOF
OLOUISCHANGE
PARK, MINNESOTA 'y BALANCECif ymo ,
Y of P/ t,, h
FOR THE NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 1991
Balance at January 1 1991 $ 85
Additions
Interest income $ 3,046.19
Reimbursement A 25.40
Special Assessments - 1991 - See Schedule
attached for details 56,250.00
59,321.59
$141,287.14
Deductions:
Accounts payable:
Messerli and Kramer $ 11,610.37
Holmes & Graven 29,029.95
LMCIT - insurance 947.00
Dinner - guests 25.40 41,612.72
Balance at September 30, 1991
Note A:
The breakdown of legal costs are as follows:
General
Northwestern Bell EAS
U S West
NSP - 1989
NSP - 1991
Uniform Electric Franchise
Intervenor Compensation
Combined Sewer
MWCC - Budget
MWCC - EPA
MWCC - Orono
$ 14,608.59
11,578.76
38.75
370.80
6,022.02
79.05
835.20
5,138.50
932.20
144.00
892.45
$ 40,640.32
$ 99,674.42
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SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY
STATUS OF ASSESSMENTS RECEIVABLE
SAINT LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA
As of September 30, 1991
BALANCE
VOTES ASSESSMENT PAID DUE
Bloomington
17
$ 6375.00
$ 6375.00
$ 0.00
Brooklyn Park
9
3375.00
3375.00
0.00
Burnsville
8
3000.00
3000.00
0.00
Champlin
2
750.00
750.00
0.00
Circle Pines
1
375.00
375.00
0.00
Columbia Heights
5
1875.00
1687.50
187.50
Deephaven
1
375.00
375.00
0.00
Eden Prairie
4
1500.00
1500.00
0.00
Edina
10
3750.00
3750.00
0.00
Fridley
7
2625.00
2625.00
0.00
Greenwood
1
375.00
187.50
187.50
Hastings
3
1125.00
1125.00
0.00
Hopkins
4
1500.00
1500.00
0.00
Lauderdale
1
375.00
375.00
0.00
Maple Plain
1
375.00
375.00
0.00
Maplewood
6
2250.00
2250.00
0.00
Minnetonka
8
3000.00
3000.00
0.00
Minnetrista
1
375.00
375.00
0.00
New Brighton
5
1875.00
1875.00
0.00
North St. Paul
3
1125.00
1125.00
0.00
Orono
2
750.00
750.00
0.00
Osseo
1
375.00
375.00
0.00
Plymouth
7
2625.00
2625.00
0.00
Richfield
8
3000.00
3000.00
0.00
Robbinsdale
3
1125.00
1125.00
0.00
Roseville
8
3000.00
3000.00
0.00
Shakopee
2
750.00
750.00
0.00
Shoreview
4
1500.00
750.00
750.00
Shorewood
1
375.00
0.00
375.00
Savage
2
750.00
750.00
0.00
Spring Park
1
375.00
375.00
0.00
St. Louis Park
9
3375.00
33.75.00
0.00
Wayzata
1
375.00
375.00
0.00
West St. Paul
4
1500.00
1500.00
0.00
Woodbury
3
1125.00
1312.50
-187.50
Woodland
1
375.00
187.50
187.50
154 $ 57750.00 $ 56250.00 $ 1500.00
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ML'r MllNICIPAL
LEGISLATNE
COMMISSION
=- —7 C.r
150o Northland Plaza
3800 West 80th Street
Bloomington, Minnesota 55431
(612) 893-6650
THIRTY-FIFTH MLC BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
Wednesday, July 31,1991
5:04 p.m.
Decathlon Athletic Club
Bloomington, Minnesota
MINUTES
The Thirty -Fifth MLC Board of Directors meeting was called to order by Barry Johnson, Vice -
Chairman.
Members present: Mark Bernhardsen, Bloomington; Greg Konat, Burnsville; Mayor Tom Egan and
Tom Hedges, Eagan; Carl Jullie, Eden Prairie; Ken Rosland, Edina; Mike McGuire, Maplewood; Mayor
Tim Bergstedt, and Jim Miller, Minnetonka; Councilmember Carol Helliwell and James Willis,
Plymouth; Councilmember Vern Johnson and Steve Sarkozy, Roseville; Councilmember Ben Withhart
and Dwight Johnson, Shoreview; Mark Sather, White Bear Lake; Barry Johnson, Woodbury.
Also present: Councilmember Joe Zappa, Maplewood; Robert Renner, Jr., and Heather Florine,
Messerli & Kramer.
Members Absent: Mayor Neil Peterson, Bloomington; Mayor Jesse Ventura and Craig Rapp, Brooklyn
Park; Mayor Daniel McElroy, Burnsville; Mayor Doug Tenpas, Eden Prairie; Mayor Frederick Richards,
Edina; Mayor Rosemary Piekarski-Krech and Robert Schaefer, Inver Grove Heights; Mayor Gary
Bastian, Maplewood; Mayor Ken Mahle, Woodbury; Mayor Harry Mares, White Bear Lake.
A motion was made by Willis, seconded by Rosland to approve the Minutes from the April 17, 1991,
Board of Directors Meeting. The motion passed.
Jullie presented the Treasurer's report.
A motion was made by V. Johnson, seconded by Egan, to approve the Treasurer's Report. The motion
passed.
Member Cities: Bloomington. Brooklyn Park. Burnsville. Eagan. CIM OCT 25� 91
Eden Prairie. Edina, Inver Grove Heights, Maplewood. Minnetonka,
Plymouth. Roseville. Shoreview, White Bear Lake. Woodbury
Jullie then distributed, and the Board of Directors reviewed, the 1990 audit report produced by Fox
McCue. A motion was made by D. Johnson, seconded by Miller, to accept the final report of the 1990
audit.
Renner then reported on the status of the Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations. To
date, Governor Carlson has not yet made any appointments to the Commission; however, certain names
have been circulating around the Capitol and a final selection should be announced soon. Once these
appointments are made, the Commission is expected to produce a new local government aid distribution
formula for consideration by the 1992 legislature, which is scheduled to convene in February of 1992.
Renner explained to the Board that the recommendations from the ACIR will have a major impact on the
MLC's legislative program. The MLC can support, oppose or attempt to modify the final
recommendations of the Advisory Commission.
After further discussion, it was decided that the MLC, at its October Board of Directors Meeting, will
formulate its legislative program and policy statement prior to the regional legislative breakfast
meetings. Possible issues the MLC's 1992 legislative program may include are:
(a) Assuring that the top tax rate on residential homesteads does, in fact, drop to 2.0% in 1993
as enacted as part of the 1991 omnibus tax bill;
(b) Assuring that levy limits are repealed in 1993;
(c) Possible constitutional dedication of the $.02 local option sales tax; and
(d) Support/opposition/revision of the ACIR's recommendation on a new local government aid
distribution formula.
After further discussion, Renner informed the Board that the House of Representatives has formed a
committee to examine the trends in the fiscal disparities program and to offer recommendations to the
1992 Legislature regarding the future of the program. Although the MLC has historically remained
neutral on this issue, Renner will be monitoring the meetings and reporting back to the Board of
Directors.
At this time, Zappa expressed concerns regarding the organization and membership of the MLC. Zappa
asked the Board to clarify if Renner is available to lobby for member cities on issues other than those
related to property taxes, or if the sole purpose of the MLC's existence is to lobby property tax issues.
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Withhart explained that he believes the MLC is the most effective of all the local government lobbying
groups for his city because the MLC is a unique coalition of second-tier suburbs. Although the other
groups such as the AMM and LMC are effective on some issues, Withhart believes the MLC most
uniquely and effectively lobbies for local government tax and spending issues at the Capitol.
D. Johnson explained that the most important part of getting these issues in the proper policymaking
discussion is education. Johnson believes the MLC has been most effective in educating suburban
residents and legislators on the key points and problems regarding the property tax and local government
aid system.
Mayor Egan stated that the MLC is always the group to which his city looks for commonality and
consensus on tax issues unique to the member cities. Egan expressed that he believes the MLC has been
very effective on these issues and has done so by remaining focused on specific issues in the property
tax system.
Renner explained that the Board of Directors can always change the legislative agenda and the direction
in which the MLC wants to work in influencing state policymaking.
After further discussion, the Board considered membership issues and possible options for setting the
1992 dues structure. Renner explained that the Operating Committee recommended the Board freeze the
dues structure at the 1991 level of $.30 per capita with a $12,000 cap. The Operating Committee also
recommends that the same population levels used in setting the 1991 dues structure be used in setting the
1992 dues structure.
The Board also reviewed Messerli & Kramer's proposal for professional services in 1992. Renner
explained that because it will be a short legislative session in 1992, the retainer for Messerli & Kramer
will be lowered from $127,000 (including costs) to $117,000 (including costs) for 1992.
After further discussion, a motion was made by Willis, seconded by Helliwell to freeze the 1991 budget
structure, using the same population figures, and apply the 1991 structure at $.30 per capita, $12,000
cap, to the 1992 dues structure.
The motion passed
After discussing a tentative budget, the Board agreed final approval of the 1992 budget will take place at
the October Board of Directors Meeting. The Board will also formally approve renewal of Messerli &
Kramer's contract at the October meeting.
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B. Johnson then reported the Operating Committee's recommendation to place the following names for
nomination for 1992 MLC Officers:
Neil Peterson - Chair
Carl Jullie - Vice -Chair
Steve Sarkozy - Secretary -Treasurer
B. Johnson asked for other nominations.
There being no further nominations, a motion was made by D. Johnson, seconded by Withhart to close
nominations for MLC 1992 Officers. The motion passed.
A motion was made by Willis, seconded by Bernhardsen, to elect the above nominees to their respective
positions as 1992 Officers. The motion passed.
The Board then discussed the upcoming regional legislative breakfast meetings to be held this fall. After
further discussion, the Board agreed that the MLC should continue to host these regional breakfasts, and
a tentative program will be put together by the Operating Committee.
The next regular Board of Directors meeting will be held 5:00 Wednesday, October 23, 1991, at
the Shoreview Community Center. There will also be an Operating Committee meeting at 3:00
that same day.
A motion was made by Zappa, seconded by C. Jullie to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed
unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE
October 21, 1991
LARRY CLARK, 3720 WELLINGTON COURT
PROBLEM: Mr. Clark received a billing for the street
reconstruction project. He states that the letter is
confusing and that while it mentions interest rates,
there is no indication of what the payment terms are.
He would like to know the duration of the loan. He
said this should be treated the same as a credit card
and that residents should understand the interest
rate, terms, penalties, and total amount due.
SOLUTION: 1. Mr. Clark requested a prompt response, either a
phone call or letter, regarding the duration of
terms if he elects to have the bill added to his
property taxes.
2. He recommended that the City readdress this issue
to all property owners so that everyone
understands the payment terms.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: October 21, 1991
TO: Dan Campbell,, Senior Engineering Technician
FROM: Helen LaFave,``Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: CALL ON 24-HOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE
Larry Clark, 3720 Wellington Court, called the Customer Service
Line on Saturday. He requested a prompt response regarding the
recent street reconstruction billing notice which was mailed to
affected residents. Mr. Clark said that the letter is confusing.
He noted that there was no indication of payment terms, i.e.,
duration of the loan. He asked that this be treated the same as
a credit card in that residents understand interest rates, terms,
penalties, and total amount due.
He requested two things.
1. A specific response to him regarding the duration of
terms if he elects to have the bill added to the property
tax.
2. This issue be readdressed to all property owners so that
each one understands the terms of the billing.
Please handle this by Friday, October 25 and advise me of action
which has been taken so I may note it in the customer service
log.
HL:kec
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Plymouth, MN 55446
October 19, 1991
Dear Plymouth Police Department:
I would like to thank your department and more specifically two people
for the way they dealt with a recent situation. Without being too specific
I will say that I called your department to seek advice about some
concerns I had. I first spoke with Detective Tim Oie, who was very helpful
and supportive. I was worried when placing the call that my concerns
would seem trivial and I would be made to feel foolish for calling. That
was not the case at all, however. Mr. Oie showed concern, but objectively
presented my options to me. I cannot tell you how much I appreciated that
conversation.
One suggestion he made was to file an official report later. I did call
later that night and talked with Officer Gottwald. She then came over to
pick up some items that related to this case. Again, I felt very supported
by Officer Gottwald. I felt that her professionalism and sensitivity in
dealing with the situation were excellent. She was helpful in giving me
appropri ate i of ormati on and encouraged me to cal her shoul d I ever need
her help again.
I am glad that I did contact your deparment. it helped alleviate my
concerns about the situation I was in, gave me relevant information about
how to deal with the concerns for the future, and strengthened my trust in
the law enforcement of the city of Plymouth. Thank you so much!! I
applaud all of you for your hard work!
Sincerely,
CIM OCT 25'91
UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICE
TWIN CITIES DIVISION
MINNEAPOLIS MN
= FAX (612) 349.6377
October 17, 1991
The Honorable Kim M. Bergman
Mayor of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447-1448
Dear Mr. Bergman,
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The purpose of this letter is to thank you for your) time" and
willingness to meet with me, as well as to confirm our discussion
of October 9, 1991 regarding the proposed name for the new postal
facility under construction in Plymouth, Minnesota.
It is my understanding that you and your staff will approach the
Plymouth Historical Society for assistance in developing possible
names for the facility that will meet the needs of both the United
States Postal Service and the City of Plymouth. Your concerns were
that the original proposal of "Medicine Lake Branch" would cause
confusion with the City of Medicine Lake, while the USPS prefers a
name that avoids the use of directional adjectives, e.g. "East
Plymouth Branch".
Please let us know the results of your discussions with the
historical society as soon as possible.
Again, thank you for your time and cooperation. I am looking
forward to working with you to resolve this issue to our mutual
satisfaction. Please call me if you have any questions or need
assistance in this matter.
C►M OCT 25,91
William
Brown
General
Manager/Postmaster
Twin Cities Division
C►M OCT 25,91
RE: Tier Rate Review Issue
Enclosed are two letters sent to the Public Utilities Commission which I received along
with the enclosed Notice of Hearing for November 5, 1991. One letter is from the St.
Paul Area Chamber of Commerce and the other is from the Minneapolis Urban League.
Both organizations oppose the changing of US West tier rates to benefit outer tier
customers, using business cost and poverty level justifications. As I have noted in earlier
memos to the Board, the Commission is very sensitive to the political ramifications of any
decision that may change tier rates. Thus these letters are likely to affect the
Commission.
I have spoken with the Executive Committee regarding these letters. The Committee and
I believe that the SRA members, and other non-member suburbs, should respond. The
most objectionable letter is that from the Urban League. The implication is that little or
no poverty exists in the Twin Cities suburban areas and that persons living in the suburban
areas have consciously chosen to bear additional costs of living. I think it is clear that
low income people can be found in most every suburban community. Telephone rates that
are unjustifiably (without cost basis) high constitute an even greater burden on low income
persons living in the suburban areas because the rates are higher than those charged in
tier one. As you know, the cost basis underlying the Tier System no longer exists. Re-
garding the St. Paul area Chamber letter, the suggestion is that suburban businesses
should continue to pay artifically higher rates when no proven cost justification exists for
them.
I am including the mayors of the member cities in this mailing. Please bring these letters
to the attention of other officials in your city who may be interested in this matter. The
hearing regarding the tier issue is scheduled for November 5. Any written response from
your city, or a neighboring non -SRA member city, should be prepared prior to Novem-
ber 5. I ask that you contact me prior to submittin¢ anv letter directly to the Commis -
cion. It is important for the SRA and non-member suburban municipalities to
communicate with the Commission that artificially high telephone rates constitute an
unfair burden on suburban residents and businesses.
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Enclosures
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HOLMES & GRAVEN
CHARTERED
Attomeys at Law
470 Pillsbury Center. Minneapolis Minnesota 55402
JOHN M. LEFEVRE,JR.
ROBERT J. LINDALL
ROBERT A. ALSOP
(612) 337-9300
LAURA K. MOLLET
DANIEL R. NELSON
RONALD H. BATTY
Facsimile (612) 337-9310
BARBARA L. PORTNOOD
J. BUBUL
STEPHEN J
JAMES M. STROMMEN
ROBERT CARLSON
STEVEN M. TALLEN
CHRISTINE M. CHALE
JAMESRRV
JOHN B. DEAN
. WERTHEIM
LARRY M. WILKINS M
MARY G. DOBBINS
BONNIE L. YY'l1.KIN5
STEFANIE N. GALEY
WRITER'S DIRECT DIAL
CORRINE A. HEINE
JAMES S. HOI.VIES
337-9233
DAVIDL.GRAVEN11929-1991)
DAVID J. KENNEDI
OF COUNSEI.
JOHN R. LARSON
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JOkfNG. HOESCHLER
CHARLES L. LEFEVERE
MEMORANDUM
TO: SRA Board of Directors, Alternates,
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FROM: James Stromme
DATE: October 23, 1991
RE: Tier Rate Review Issue
Enclosed are two letters sent to the Public Utilities Commission which I received along
with the enclosed Notice of Hearing for November 5, 1991. One letter is from the St.
Paul Area Chamber of Commerce and the other is from the Minneapolis Urban League.
Both organizations oppose the changing of US West tier rates to benefit outer tier
customers, using business cost and poverty level justifications. As I have noted in earlier
memos to the Board, the Commission is very sensitive to the political ramifications of any
decision that may change tier rates. Thus these letters are likely to affect the
Commission.
I have spoken with the Executive Committee regarding these letters. The Committee and
I believe that the SRA members, and other non-member suburbs, should respond. The
most objectionable letter is that from the Urban League. The implication is that little or
no poverty exists in the Twin Cities suburban areas and that persons living in the suburban
areas have consciously chosen to bear additional costs of living. I think it is clear that
low income people can be found in most every suburban community. Telephone rates that
are unjustifiably (without cost basis) high constitute an even greater burden on low income
persons living in the suburban areas because the rates are higher than those charged in
tier one. As you know, the cost basis underlying the Tier System no longer exists. Re-
garding the St. Paul area Chamber letter, the suggestion is that suburban businesses
should continue to pay artifically higher rates when no proven cost justification exists for
them.
I am including the mayors of the member cities in this mailing. Please bring these letters
to the attention of other officials in your city who may be interested in this matter. The
hearing regarding the tier issue is scheduled for November 5. Any written response from
your city, or a neighboring non -SRA member city, should be prepared prior to Novem-
ber 5. I ask that you contact me prior to submittin¢ anv letter directly to the Commis -
cion. It is important for the SRA and non-member suburban municipalities to
communicate with the Commission that artificially high telephone rates constitute an
unfair burden on suburban residents and businesses.
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October 21, 1991
To: All Parties
Metro EAS Case, Tier Rate Issue
Docket No. P-421, et. al./CI-87-76
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From: Richard R. Lanca to
Executive Secretary
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Subject: Notice Of Commission Meeting Regarding Metropolitan
Tier Rate Design
BACKGROUND
On June 18, 1991, the Commission issued its ORDER REQUIRING
•CERTAIN
PARTIES TO FILE INFORMATION CONCERNING THE NEED FOR
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FURTHER PROCEEDINGS ON THE METROPOLITAN TIER RATE DESIGN OF
U S WEST COMMUNICATIONS, INC. U S WEST Communications, Inc.
(USWC), the Suburban Rate Authority, the Office of the
Attorney General, and the Department of Public Service
submitted written comments in response to the Order.
Subsequently, the St. Paul Area Chamber of Commerce and the
Minneapolis Urban League submitted the attached letters
regarding the metropolitan tier rate design. Finally, USWC
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submitted reply comments as corrected.
NOTICE OF COMMISSION MEETING
All parties are notified that the Commission will meet at 9:30
a.m., Tuesday, November 5, 1991 to consider all issues
regarding USWC's metropolitan tier rate design. The meeting
will be held in the Commission's Small Hearing Room, Room 780,
American Center Building, 150 E. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, Mn.
In addition, all parties are notified that the Commission will
allow each party 10 minutes to make oral comments and that the
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Commission may ask parties to answer questions at the November
5th meeting. Parties wishing to make oral comments are
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requested to notify Mark Oberlander of the Commission staff at
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(612) 296-1335 no later than 4:30 p.m., Monday, November 4,
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Saint Paul
Area Chamber
....J of Commerce
July 24, 1991
Mr. Darrel Peterson, Chair
Minnesota Public UtlIIt,les Commission
780 American Center Building
160 East Kellogg Blvd.
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101
Dear Mr. Peterson:
RECEIVED
JUL 2 1391
I am writing In regard to an order currently being reviewed by the
Minnesota Public UtIIItIes CcnmIssIon, concerning the tier rate structure
for determining local service telephone rates for U.S. West
Camxin]cat Ion's customers (Docket No. P-421, et. al./CI-87-76). It is my
understanding that this order would attempt to eliminate the existing tier
rate structure, causing business and reslderce telephone rates to Increase
In the Saint Paul central area.
Changing the existing rate structure, in the Chamber's opinion, would
unduly put additional rate burden on Saint Paul's Tier 1 customers. This
change would specifically Impact business, since the greatest
concentration of Saint Paul businesses are located In the Tier 1 rate
structure. We are concerned that changing the tier rate structure would
also unfairly impact low-Inccme residential custcmers who are concentrated
In the Saint Paul central area or Tier 1.
it appears that the proposed changes would be done ultimately for those
customers who have chosen to Iive further out. The current structure
appears to be more fair to all customers.
We request your consideration to the above concerns in making your
decIsIon on this issue. Please call me at 223-5000 1f you have any
questions.
Sincerely,
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Richard G. Hadley
President
cc: Mr. Richard R. Lancaster, Executive Secretary
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission
101 Norwest Center
55 East Fifth Street
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101-1713 CIM OCi 25,91
612/223-5000
Fax: 612/297-6879
Telex: 7401653 SPAC UC
An Affiliate of the
National Urban League
Gleason Glover
-si0ent i Chief Executive officer
Gary Sudduth
vice Preai0M1
30ARD OF DIRECTORS
Charles F. Nichols
Chair
Thaddeus Wilderson
Vice Chair
William McMoore
Secretary
Leonard Levy
Treasurer
MEMBERS AT -LARGE
Jack Burkhalter
Sue Hancock
Sheldon Reid
Essie Bronson
Wendell Butler
James H. Clarke, Jr.
Charles Crowley
Joy Davis
Ray Waldron
Joya Favors
Gwen Green
Sue Hancock
Peter Heegaard
William E. Hogan, PhD
Ella Gates -Mahmoud
Alan Page
August Rivera, PhD
Richard Robinson
Richard Saliterman
Lynette Rhodes -Shire
Rev. William Smith
Loren Taylor
Vern S. Thomas
Shirli Vioni, PhD
Gerrit Williams
Della Wilkins
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Administration
2000 Plymouth Ave. No.
Minneapolis. MN 55411
521.1099
FAX: 521.1444
Street Academy
1911 Nicolle) Ave. So.
Minneapolis. MN 55403
874 9667
(LEA.P.) Labor Education
Advancement Program
2000 Plymouth Ave No.
Minneapolis. MN 55411
521-0399
%dull Placement 1 On The Job
paining Program
2000 Plymouth Ave. No.
Minneapolis. MN 55411
521-0342
Seniors in Community
Service Program
2929 41h Ave. So.
Minneapolis. MN 55408
8226505
Community Outreach b
Advocacy Programs
411 E. 38th Sl.
Minneapolis, MN 55409
827.5673
FAX: 827-8104
JuvenileAdvocate Program
1911 N"'ollet Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
8727411
Early Childhood Family
Education Program
407 E. 381n St
Minneapolis, MN 55409
8235818
Education Department
1911 Nicolle% Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403
8701611
After Today Group Home
1120 Morgan Ave. No.
KA—P-1w MN 55411
Minneapolis Urban League
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August 5,1991
Mr. Darrel Peterson, Chair
Minnesota Public Utilities Commission
780 American Center Building
160 East Kellogg Blvd.
St. Paul, MN 55101
Dear Mr. Peterson:
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This letter is written in reference to a pending rate issue
at the Commission, intended to change the local service
telephone rates now charged by U S WEST Communications. It
is my understanding that Docket No. P-421,et al./CI-87-86,
is an order designed to remove the current tier rate
structure for determining local telephone service rates in
the metropolitan area. I further understand that this
proposed order would totally eliminate the Tier I - IV rate
structure, causing residential rates to go up in the more
heavily concentrated areas of the Twin Cities.
On behalf of the Minneapolis Urban League and the
neighborhood clients that we serve, it seems that the
proposed changes would cause inner city residence rates to
go up, while rates in the outlying suburban areas would go
down. A greater concern is how this change might unfairly
burden low-income people with telephone service, who tend to
be concentrated in the central areas of the Twin Cities.
Therefore, we believe that the proposed tier rate structure
would unfairly impact people in the core city, while
ultimately benefiting those people who have chosen to live
further out. Those residents who have chosen to live
further out generally recognized that there are additional
costs considerations and requirements with this choice.
If you have any questions, please
Thank you for your consideration
Sincerely,
leason Glover
GG/ts
Equal Opportunity Employer
call me at 521-1099.
to these concerns.
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October 24, 1991
Mr. Larry Dow CITY O�
President PLYMOUTI+
TwinWest Chamber of Commerce
10550 Wayzata Boulevard
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Dear Larry:
I am enclosing a copy of a letter which we received from
Mr. James Strommen, who serves as the attorney for the Suburban
Rate Authority (SRA). The Suburban Rate Authority represents
most communities in the twin city metropolitan area in matters
relating to regulating utilities.
You are aware that suburban telephone users, both commercial and
residential, pay higher rates than those who reside in the core
city. A number of years ago, the State Public Utilities
Commission developed a tier rate structure which, in effect,
transfers costs for telephone service to outlying businesses and
residents, as compared to those in the central cities. This has
been accomplished through four tiers which generally ring the
central cities. Many communities have been upset with this
process in that it does not relate directly to the cost of
providing service, but rather seeks to address social interests.
The SRA is continuing in its efforts to have the Public Utilities
Commission revisit this matter. Mr. Strommen's letter addresses
that issue in some detail.
I believe the TwinWest Chamber might wish to become interested in
this matter. Many of your members have businesses, as well as
residences in areas which pay higher tier rates for telephone
service than do many of their competitors. I invite you and/or a
committee of the Chamber to look into this matter. Please feel
free to contact Mr. Strommen directly if you desire more
information on the subject.
Yours truly,
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Cit Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
Mr. James Strommen
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
October 24, 1991
Ms. Marcy Shapiro
Director
West Hennepin Human
Planning Board
4100 Vernon Avenue
St. Louis Park, MN
Dear Ms . - Shairo
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55416
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I am enclosing a copy of a letter which we received from Mr.
James Strommen, who serves as the attorney for the Suburban Rate
Authority (SRA). The Suburban Rate Authority represents most
communities in the twin city metropolitan area in matters
relating to regulated utilities.
You may be aware that suburban telephone users pay higher rates
than those in the core city. A number of years ago, the State
Public Utilities Commission developed a tier rate structure
which, in effect, transfers costs for telephone service to
outlying residents as compared to those in the central city.
This has been accomplished through four tiers which generally
ring the central cities. Many communities have been upset with
this process in that it does not relate directly to the cost of
providing service, but rather seeks to address social issues.
The SRA is continuing in its efforts to have the Public Utilities
Commission revisit this matter. Mr. Strommen's letter addresses
that issue in some detail.
We believe that the issue of poor and low income persons is not
simply a matter of the central city, but affects many residents
in the balance of Hennepin County as well. I invite you to
become acquainted with this issue and write to the Public
Utilities Commission if you believe poor and low income persons
residing within :your area are adversely affected. If you do
write the Commission, I suggest that you also copy Mr. Strommen
with your correspondence.
Yours truly,
Jame G. Willis
Pity -)Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
October 24, 1991
Ms. Patty Wilder
Director
Northwest Hennepin Human
Services Planning Board
7601 Kentucky Avenue North
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
Dear Ms=:-' Wi er:
CITY of
PLYMOUTFF
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I am enclosing a copy of a letter which we received from Mr.
James Strommen, who serves as the attorney for the Suburban Rate
Authority (SRA). The Suburban Rate Authority represents most
communities in the twin city metropolitan area in matters
relating to regulated utilities.
You may be aware that suburban telephone users pay higher rates
than those in the core city. A number of years ago, the State
Public Utilities Commission developed a tier rate structure
which, in effect, transfers costs for telephone service to
outlying residents as compared to those in the central city.
This has been accomplished through four tiers which generally
ring the central cities. Many communities have been upset with
this process in that it does not relate directly to the cost of
providing service, but rather seeks to address social issues.
The SRA is continuing in its efforts to have the Public Utilities
Commission revisit this matter. Mr. Strommen's letter addresses
that issue in some detail.
We believe that the issue of poor and low income persons is not
simply a matter of the central city, but affects many residents
in the balance of Hennepin County as well. I invite you to
become acquainted with this issue and write to the Public
Utilities Commission if you believe poor and low income persons
residing within .your area are adversely affected. If you do
write the Commission, I suggest that you also copy Mr. Strommen
with your correspondence.
Yours truly,
ZaMe
s G. Willis
Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
Mr. James Strommen CIM
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
October 24, 1991
Ron Bloch CITY O�
Program Administrator PLYMOUT�t
Senior Community Services
1600 South 2nd Street
Hopkins, MN 55343
Dear Mr. Bloch:
I am enclosing a copy of a letter which we received from Mr.
James Strommen, who serves as the attorney for the Suburban Rate
Authority (SRA). The Suburban Rate Authority represents most
communities in the twin city metropolitan area in matters
relating to regulated utilities.
You may be aware that suburban telephone users pay higher rates
than those .in the core city. A number of years ago, the State
Public Utilities Commission developed a tier rate structure
which, in effect, transfers costs for telephone service to
outlying residents as compared to those in the central city.
This has been accomplished through four tiers which generally
ring the central cities. Many communities have been upset with
this process in that it does not relate directly to the cost of
providing service, but rather seeks to address social issues.
The SRA is continuing in its efforts to have the Public Utilities
Commission revisit this matter. Mr. Strommen's letter addresses
that issue in some detail.
We believe that the issue of poor and low income persons is not
simply a matter of the central city, but affects many residents
in the balance of Hennepin County as well. I invite you to
become acquainted with this issue and write to the Public
Utilities Commission if you believe poor and low income persons
residing within your area are adversely affected. If you do
write the Commission, I suggest that you also copy Mr. Strommen
with your correspondence.
Yours truly,
nJ es G. Willis
Cit
Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
Mr. James Strommen
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
October 23, 1991
Mr. Robert Rohlf
Hennepin County Library
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Dear Mr. Rohlf:
As you are now aware, the City has taken possession of the
Cavanaugh property at the intersection of Highway 55 and
Vicksburg Lane. This action will assure you and your board that
a site has been acquired for the library and that you may
undertake your site planning for the facility.
The City Council has asked that I inquire of you and your Board
as to the schedule for developing a site plan for the library,
awarding contracts, and anticipating completion of the project.
I understand that your Board has continued to include the library
project in its Capital Budget and we fully anticipate that
Hennepin County will do likewise.
The Council has also requested that we be placed on the mailing
list of your board agenda, as well as the official minutes. The
Council makes this request due to their keen interest in this
project and their desire to ensure that all parties remain fully
informed of the progress of the project.
The Council has also requested that I develop the appropriate
agreement to transfer to the Library Board the 3.8 acre site for
the facility. I am currently in consultation with our City
Attorney on how this might best be accomplished, particularly
since we do not have an approved site plan for the facility. I
expect that the City Attorney or I will be in touch with you
regarding this matter within the next couple weeks.
Yours truly,
CCaures G. Willis
it) Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
Library File
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October 24, 1991 PLYMOUTR
Ms. Marlys Jacobs
6367 Lawndale Lane
Maple Grove, MN 55369
Dear Ms. Jacobs:
Thank you for your letter advising us of the group selling
pumpkins at the intersect,- i of County Roads 6 and 101 on
October 19. The individuals selling pumpkins did not have a
license issued by the City of Plymouth.
In the future, if you see similar types of sales being conducted
you may wish to contact the City Clerk's office or the Police
Department in order that it can be followed up on immediately. I
am sorry we were not aware of this particular violation.
I am passing your letter on to the City Council in order that
they may be informed of your continuing concerns regarding the
sale of agricultural products.
Yours truly,
,James G. Willis
f11 City Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
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October 23, 1991
Mr. John H. Anderson
7300 Ridgeway Road
Golden Valley, MN 55427
Dear Mr. Anderson:
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This shall acknowledge receipt of your letter of October 21,
objecting to the weed eradication assessment with respect to your
parcel identified as 14-118-22-21-0019.
The City Council received your written objection at the public
hearing on this assessment roll last evening. Your rights with
respect to perfecting an appeal on the assessment has been
preserved.
The City Council did confirm the special assessment roll,
providing for the assessment of $225 against your parcel. This
amount reflects 4.5 hours of mowing time on your property at $50
per hour. In 1990, your property was assessed $112.50 for three
hours of mowing. I am informed that the grass this year was much
heavier, requiring additional time to mow it in 1990. In
addition, the hourly rates charged for mowing were increased
substantially in 1991.
I regret that it was necessary for the City to
in 1990 and again in 1991. I would hope that
possible to mow the property hereafter so as
having to undertake that work.
Yours truly,
J es G. Willis
Cit Manager
JW:kec
cc: Dale Hahn, Finance Director
mow your property
you would find it
to avoid the City
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FRU -1 . F"abi HC01ES PHONE 140. . 423 3181 f Ff12
Oct. 21, 1991
city of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, Minn. 55447
RFi Rrnrin0 nn propoBed assessment 1991 wood oradicaLion and
df-st.rurt.i nn, Rn11 1 Pin # 14-118-22-21-0019
Dna r C:nunri 1 Mrmhrrq,
Purnurnt. Lr. Lhe noLicw of 1swarirug, 1 (ae owner of Pin #
14-118-22-21-0019) hereby appeal the amount of the aseccsmept
Lh=L hn.s lot -«-ii dtJJit,ried to this property. 5peciricalsy, i am
qucotioning the dollar amount of $225.00 Cor Lhe mowing of
the Aprnx- 1 k n�, r'r�. of property In the two previous years,
t.hP AGsPssment for this same work was $112.50. I do not
understand why the cost would have doubled . Also, I have
perp:onAlly mowed approx. 30% of the property with a 19 inch
wide pirsh lawnmower which took me 2h hours. Extrapolating, I
find it. hnrd to 1:•:_lirvc L1AaL it wvuld take 4h hours with
professional t.rart.nrs to mnw the property. Based on the
city's stated rate of $50.00 per hour.
I rr�svectfully request Lhat. Lhr r"r,un,'; 1 o•crm-;;(7.-r
rpdur_in0 the amount of the assessment based on the above
information.
alncerely yours,
John H. Anderson
7300 Ridgeway Road
Golden Valley, Minn.
Phone : 937-9777
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Administrator Jim Willes
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth,Mn.55447
October 18,1991.
Dear Mr. Willes;
I really appreciate Plymouth's continued support of the
child care subsidy program. Your Community Development
Block Grant money is empowering Plymouth families in
their efforts to become self-sufficient.
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I looked through the information we have on the 13
Plymouth families using your funds from 7-1-190 to
6-30-191. All the families are white. Eight are single
parents,4 divorced,l married,and 1 married but separated.
5 families have 2 children each in child care,the other 8
have 1 child each in child care.
Thank you again for your past and current support.It is
always enjoyable to come to your meetings -where you are so
positive about helping your citizens. Please let me know if
I can get further information for you.
Sincerely,
Grace Norris,Community Liaison
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Cooperating Fund Drive
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October 23, 1991
Mr. Tom VonderBrink
1740 Revere Lane
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. VonderBrink:
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Mayor Bergman has asked that I respond to your faxed letter which
he received Monday evening prior to the City Council meeting.
Copies of your letter were shared with all members of the City
Council.
The Mayor & Council have deferred further consideration of the
usage fee matter until such time as they have completed their
budgetary review. The Council has scheduled public hearings on
the proposed 1992 city budgets for Monday, November 25 and
Tuesday, December 10. It is anticipated that the budgets will be
adopted at the December 10 meeting.
Mr. Blank and I will be reviewing the joint
with respect to the fee issue as you have
information will be made available to the City
their completing their budget study work.
Yours truly,
/ J es G. Willis
Ci Manager
JW:kec
cc: Mayor & City Council
Eric Blank, Park and Recreation Director
PRAC
powers agreements
requested. That
Council prior to
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Will Ilat•tfeldt
Altorney :u Law
3355 Iliawatha Ave. Suite 222
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55406
(612) 724-7102 FAX 724-1642
October 18, 1991
Mr. Howard Hunt
17205-D County Road 47
Plymouth, MN 5.5446
Dear Mr. IIunt:
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RECEIVED
OCT 221991 �-
t;i,y of P!ymou:h L
In response to your request for site evaluation on September
24, 1991, the staff serving Elm Creek Watershed Management
Commission investigated the site of the debris on Elm Creek.
The Staff located the debris, which has accumulated upstream
of a fallen tree, about 200 meters downstream of Elm Road and
photographed it. Interference with navaigation was noted.
The Commission heard the Staff report, which included a
review of flood elevations in that reach of the Creek and
viewed the photographs of the claimed stream blockage during
their regular monthly meeting on October 9th.
Based upon the Staff's report and photos, the Commission
determined that the debris does not increase hazards to the
administered Elm Creek flood plain or adjacent property. The
Commission believes that the accumulation of debris is
temporary and has good potential for floating apart during the
next heavy rainfall event.
Sincerely yours,
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Will IIartfeldt, Counsel to the Commission
c.
cc: Fred Moore, City of Plymouth
Judie Anderson, Executive Secretary, ECWMC
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Flag Collector
Member
Nath America Vexillolosical Association
Eric Blank. Director
Park & Recreation Dept.
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN. 55447
Dear Mr. Blank:
FLAGS FOR FUN
October 15, 1991
RICH KENNY
4412 Masterson St.
Oakland. Calif.
94619
Thank you very much for the generous contribution of your
Flag to my display collection of United States City Flags. Your
Flag is registered number 390 in my collection of U.S. City Flags
and the 16th addition to the Minnesota City_ section of the
collection.
Your contribution will help make this display one of the
most memorable events in the life of the City of Minneapolis.
You will also be pleased to know that you are contributing to the
preservation of an aspect of history that has here -to -fore gone
virtually unrecorded.
After the display in Minneapolis. 11 -13 October, you will
receive pictures of the display and your flag as displayed with
the other City flags of Minnesota.
Again many many THANKS ! !
Vexi lologically,
Rich Kenny
U.S.City Flag
Researcher/Collector
P.S.: Total count for the display was 22 MN City Flags.
cc Mayor Kim Bergman
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