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CITY OF
PIYMOUTR
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
June 27, 1991
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS....
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR JULY:
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JULY 1
5:00 P.M.
COUNTY STUDY SESSION
City Council Conf. Room -
Financial Consultant
Interviews
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JULY 1
7:00 P.M.
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
City Council Chambers
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JULY S
6:30 P.M.
COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
City Council Conf. Room -
Agenda Attached
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JULY 15
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
City Council Conf. Room -
Auditor Interviews
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JULY 22
6:30 P.M.
PLYMOUTH FORUM
City Council Chambers
7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
City Council Chambers
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JULY 29 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
City Council Conf. Room -
Agenda Attached
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMO
June 27, 1991
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2. MUSIC IN PLYMOUTH -- Tuesday, July 2, City Center
grounds. Entertainment begins at 5:45 p.m. The
Minnesota Orchestra is scheduled to begin at 8:20 p.m.
3. INTERFAITH OUTREACH -- Interfaith Outreach has scheduled
a number of breakfast meetings to meet with businesses
and municipalities in their service area. The meeting
for the Plymouth and Wayzata City Councils is scheduled
for 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9 at Interfaith Outreach
offices, 110 Grand Avenue in Wayzata (near the Wayzata
Bay Shopping Center at the intersection of Grand and Rice
Streets). Councilmembers who wish to attend should
contact Laurie by July 3 in order that reservations can
be made.
4. CITY OFFICES CLOSED -- Thursday, July 4.
5. MEETING CALENDARS -- City Center and Council calendars
for July are attached. (M-5)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS ROSTER -- Attached is the
current City Council Appointment list. The roster was
updated to reflect the appointments of Christina Stomberg
and Mary Dolan to the Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council. (I-1)
2. MAIL BALLOT ELECTION - Attached is a letter from Hennepin
County, granting authority to the City to conduct an
election by mail on September 3, 1991. (I-2)
3. VICKSBURG/COUNTY ROAD 6 CLOSING PUBLICITY -- The latest
word from the County is that the closing of the County
Road 6/Vicksburg intersection will occur the week of July
22. As a result, publicity will go out the 2nd week of
July rather than the 1st week. Publicity includes
Construction Updates, notice on cable TV, and a News
Release mailing. An article will also be included in the
July Plymouth News.
4. EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL - STATUS REPORT -- Attached is a
status report on Eurasian Water Milfoil in Plymouth lakes
prepared by Eric Blank, Director of Park and Recreation.
(I-4)
5. DEVELOPMENT SIGNAGE -- On Friday, June 28, 1991, a
development sign will be placed at the following
location:
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMO
June 27, 1991
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Northeast corner of 34th Avenue North and Fernbrook
Lane. (90063) Trammel Crow Company is requesting
approval of a Conditional Use Permit for filling and
excavation in the Plymouth Creek floodway and a PUD
Final Plat for the Plymouth Business Center 5th
Addition.
These requests will be heard by the Planning Commission
at their Wednesday, July 10, 1991 meeting.
6. REGIONAL TRANSIT BOARD NEWSLETTER -- Attached is the
Regional Transit Board Newsletter, "RTB Chair's
Advisory," dated June 24, 1991. The newsletter deals
with funding cuts affecting Metro Mobility, the
paratransit program that provides transportation to
persons with disabilities and mobility limitations.
(I-6)
7. TWIN CITIES TREE TRUST -- Attached is a letter from Twin
Cities Tree Trust. Area youth will be participating in
the Summer Youth Employment and Training Program and will
be working on various projects the Plymouth area. (I-7)
8. MINUTES -- Planning Commission, June 12, 1991. (I-8)
9. HUMAN SERVICES --
a. Letter from Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council
concerning services. (I -9a)
b. Report from West Hennepin Human Services Planning
Board concerning poll conducted of Hennepin County
residents' opinions on taxes and spending. (I -9b)
c. Attached is the first annual report of "Just For
Kids." (I -9c)
10. CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE -- Documentation on calls received
on the Customer Service Line is attached. (I-10)
11. PLYMOUTH EMPLOYEES:
a. Letter received from resident thanking Rick Busch for
his assistance with Region 6AA tournament. (I-lla)
b. Customer Comment Card received concerning prompt and
courteous service from Glen McLearen. (I-llb)
c. Letter from Douglas Harrison thanking Officer Baloun
for his assistance with a stalled vehicle. (I-llc)
d. Letter from Robert J. Shellum, Captain, Golden Valley
Public Safety Department, congratulating Dan Twaddle
on his promotion to Sergeant. (I-lld)
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June 27, 1991
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12. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Mayor Bergman from Ivadell Farrells, 1155
Kingsview Lane N., concerning roadways in her
neighborhood. (I -12a)
b. Letter from Frank Boyles responding to request from
David Briggs, 5260 Yorktown Lane, to be kept up-to-
date on improvements contemplated to Zachary Lane.
(I -12b)
c. Article published in June 13, 1991 Wall Street Journal
concerning elderly housing. (I -12c)
d. Letter to Carol Williams, Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities, concerning staff and councilmembers
who would like to apply for AMM committees. (I -12d)
e. Letter from Kenneth J. Gallus, Administrator, St.
Therese Home, Inc., and response concerning opening a
bingo hall. (I -12e)
f. Letter from Marsha and Robert Videen, 1151 Kingsview
Lane No. concerning Hennepin County Waste Transfer
Station, and the proposed amendments to the Land Use
Guide Plan and Thoroughfare Guide Plan as they relate
to the extension of Fernbrook Lane and Carlson
Company's housing plat. (I -12f)
g. Letter from Randolph Zejdlik, Baton Corporation, and
response concerning application submitted to the
Planning Commission. (I -12g)
h. Letter responding to John Ehlen concerning Police
responsiveness to neighborhood burglaries. (I -12h)
i. Letter to Eric Blank, Director of Park and Recreation,
from William E. Goins, President of the Schmidt Lake
Improvement Association concerning Eurasian Milfoil.
(I -12i)
j. Letter from Daniel Donahue, City Manager of New Home,
concerning free distribution of Post News. (I -12j)
k. Letter from Robert Rohlf, Director of Hennepin County
Library Board, concerning Library Board meeting to be
held Thursday, August 1, 4:00 p.m. at the Edina
Community Library, 4701 West 50th Street, Edina.
(I -12k)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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6/18/91
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSIONS
DATE TIME SUBJECT
6/24 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Special Assessments for 25th
Avenue North, Project 025
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Northwest Boulevard Alternate
Alignment AD vs. AE
9:00 - 10:00 P.M. Schmidt Lake Road Alignment
west of I-494
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7/8 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. Short and long range fiscal
implications of the proposed
senior citizen housing
project. (Joint meeting with
HRA)
8:00 - 8:30 p.m. 1991 Street Reconstruction
Program proposed special
assessments and 1992 Street
Reconstruction Marketing Plan.
8:30 - 9:00 p.m. Discuss a proposed charge,
composition and recruitment
for a proposed water quality
commission.
9:00 - 10:00 P.M. Review 1991-1995 Capital
Improvement Plan.
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7/29 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
8:00 - 8:15 P.M.
8:15 - 9:15 p.m.
9:15 - 10:00 p.m.
Meet with representative of
Ethical Practices Board
regarding implementation of
the Elections and Ethics
Reform Act of 1990.
Discuss policy on the
appointment/reappointment of
members of boards and
commissions.
Review proposed Uniform
Consulting Agreement for
Professional Engineering
Services.
Review method of selecting
consulting engineers for
consideration for various
public projects.
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CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
June 24, 1991
6:30 p.m.
PRESENT: Mayor Bergman; Councilmembers Vasiliou, Zitur, Ricker,
and Helliwell; James G. Willis, City Manager; Frank
Boyles, Assistant City Manager; Fred Moore, Public
Works Director; Strgar Roscoe Fausch and Bonestroo
Consultants.
1. 25TH AVENUE NORTH ASSESSMENTS - James G. Willis introduced.
Stated that quantities and prices of two different aspects
of the project resulted in final cost per property of $847
more than the original $2,200 estimated assessment.
Recommended $2,500 to split the cost increases between the
City and property owners.
Four or five neighbors present. Since they did not favor
roadway, they want to pay nothing. A majority of
Councilmembers favored retaining the original assessment of
$2,200. This item will be one the July 1 agenda.
2. NORTHWEST BOULEVARD ALIGNMENT - James G. Willis introduced.
Fred Moore provided background. SRF reviewed their letter
evaluating AE 45 and 35 and AD 45. Tried to respond to
issues set forth in property owners letters. Among the
concerns stated by residents were:
1. Cost of alignments
2. Noise
3. Environmental destruction
4. Depreciation of home values
5. At grade or elevated crossing of railroad
6. Schmidt Lake Road/I-494 interchange and alignment
7. Speed and volume of traffic
8. Validity of transportation plan
9. Preliminary plans changeability
10. Lack of city planning
11. Adequacy of EAW
12. Desire for EIS
13. Metropolitan Council assessment of city transportation
plans
14. Shifting the problem to future residents
15. Traffic signals
16. Use of Northwest Boulevard in lieu of I-494
17. DNR permits
18. Lack of solid cost figures
19. Adequacy of consultant's analysis
20. Third alignment on long bridge elevation
21. City hasn't responded to all fifteen written resident
concerns.
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June 24, 1991
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Item scheduled for July 1 City Council meeting.
3. Schmidt Lake Road alignment west of I-494 - Fred Moore
introduced Bonestroo Consultant. Two alignments reviewed -
originally platted (Alternate 1), second alignment
(Alternate 2) proposed by residents goes farther north -
pushing street away from their yards.
Alternate 1
Alternate 2
Takes more trees (3.5 acres) 2.5 acres for Alternate 2
Takes less wetland (.4 acres) Takes more wetland (.8 acres)
More impact - noise,
activities
1.5 acres undevelopable
Most ROW acquired
Retaining wall
Construction Cost -
Better intersection design
Neighbor Concerns
Has less
3.5 undeveloped acres
Most unacquired
No retaining wall
Construction Cost - $50,000 -
$100,000 more
ROW acquisition $100,000
1. Safety concerns - assumes Minnesota Lane continues to
Schmidt Lake Road. Minnesota Lane contemplated that it
would go through in platting.
2. Study is general at best - no field studies. Cost
estimates only thumbnail.
3. Alternate 1 - would remove buffer (trees) between
houses and proposed road.
4. Alternate 2 - less horizontal curve.
5. Probably more cost with Alternate 2, but hope city sees
benefits. No opposition by developers.
6. Tax impacts - Alternate 2 may allow more houses to be
built.
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7. Why put road in now - transportation plan and construct
before development.
8. Why not cul-de-sac Orchid Lane or Minnesota Lane?
9. Possibility of developing some land north of Schmidt
Lane Road.
10. Necessity of getting Metro Sewer Permit for development
of area north of Schmidt Lake Road.
11. Three way stop for Schmidt Lake Road and
Orchid/Minnesota Lanes.
12. Site distances at Orchid and Schmidt Lake Road.
13. Major versus minor streets to access to Schmidt Lake
Road.
14. Minnesota Lane - no through street or dead end sign.
15. Budget for project.
16. Bromans concerned about receiving undevelopable land
back unless it's developable. (north of Tyrell 8th and
9th) .
Staff could discuss with Laurent Development the area that
can be served by gravity sewer. Would require
reconstruction of part of Schmidt Lake Road. The neighbors
asked to be involved in all public meetings. City staff
will give status reports to neighbors periodically as
negotiations with developers continue.
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COUNCIL CALENDAR: JUNE 24 -JULY 7
June -July 1991
June 24
MONDAY
July 1
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7:30am METRO COUNCIL BREAKFAST MTG - Days
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COUNCIL CALENDAR: JULY 8 - JULY 21
July 1991
July 8
MONDAY
July 15
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7:00pm COUNCIL STUDY MEETING**
July 9
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July 16
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MEETING**
7:00pm BOARD OF ZONING
July 10
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July 17
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A, EMPLOYEE PICIVIC - French Regional Park
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CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMZNTS
COUNCIL COORDINATING REPRESENTATIVES
1. Independent School District No. 279
Carole Helliwell Annual
2. Independent School District No. 281
Bob Zitur Annual
3. Independent School Districts 270 and 284
Lloyd Ricker Annual
4. Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
Lloyd Ricker Annual
5. Planning Commission
Maria�Vasiliou Annual
6. Board of Zoning Adjustments and ApReals
Kim M. Bergman Annual
AGENCIES AND BOARDS
1. Special Assessment Committee
Carole Helliwell James G. Willis Annual
Bob Zitur Fred Moore
(Entire Council for remainder of 1991.)
2. West Hennepin Human Services Planning Board
(2 yr. terms)
Anita Vogel 1/93
Joy Tierney 1/92
3. Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council
(2 yr. terms)
Christina Stomberg - Executive Committee (6/91)12/31/91
Linda Dieleman - Advisory Committee 12/31/92
Mary C. Dolan - Advisory Committee (6/91) 12/31/91
4. Sewer Service Area #1 Advisory Board
Fred Moore Ongoing
5. Northwest Suburbs Cable Communication Comm.
Kim M. Bergman (Council representative) Ongoing
James G. Willis (Staff representative)
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6. Northwest Suburbs Community Access Corp.
(2 yr. terms)
James G. Willis 2/93
Helen LaFave 2/92
7. Minneapolis Police Recruitment System
Dick Carlquist (Director) Ongoing
Dennis Paulson (Alternate)
8. Suburban Rate Authority (1 yr. terms)
Fred Moore (Director) 12/31/91
Kim M. Bergman (Alternate) 12/31/91
9. Bassett Creek Water Management Commission
(3 yr. terms)
Fred Moore (Director) 1/31/93
John Sweeney (Alternate)
10. Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission
(1 yr. terms)
Fred Moore (Director) 1/31/92
Vern Peterson (Alternate)
11. Elm Creek Technical Advisory Commission
Fred Moore Ongoing
12. Elm Creek Task For
Kim M. Bergman Ongoing
13. Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission
(3 yr. terms)
Fred Moore (Director) 1/31/93
John Sweeney (Alternate)
14. ,School District 284 Community Education Advisory Council
(2 yr. terms)
Lynes Getten 7/1/91
Mary Patterson Bisek 7/1/92
15. School District 281 Joint Powers Agreement
Eric Blank Ongoing
16. School District 284 Joint Powers Agreement
Lloyd Ricker Ongoing
Eric Blank
17. Lake Rection Mutual Aid Association
Lyle Robinson Ongoing
18. North Suburban Mutual Aid Association
Lyle Robinson Ongoing
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19. Fire Training Center Joint Powers Agreement
Lyle Robinson Ongoing
20. League of Minnesota Cities Study Committees
Public Safety and Personnel - Frank Boyles Ongoing
Land Use, Energy, Environment and
Transportation - Blair Tremere
Revenue Sources - James G. Willis
21. Municipal Legislative Commission (1 yr. terms)
Carole Helliwell 12/31/91
James G. Willis 12/31/91
22. Association of Metropolitan Municipalities
Study Committees Ongoing
General Legislation - Frank Boyles
Transportation - Frank Boyles
Housing - Blair Tremere
Municipal Revenue - James G. Willis
Solid Waste (with LMC) - Dick Pouliot
23. Association of Metropolitan Municipalities
Legislative Contact
Kim M. Bergman Ongoing
Bob Zitur
24. Citizens Advisory Committee, French Reg, Park
Bob Zitur Ongoing
25. Wayzata/Plymouth Area Chemical Health Commission
Maria Vasiliou Ongoing
26. Staff/Council Recycling Committee
Bob Zitur Dick Pouliot Ongoing
Helen LaFave Fred Moore
Maria Vasiliou Frank Boyles
27. West Suburban Mediation Center Board
Paul J. Wirtz (6/91), Representative
Helen LaFave (6/91), Alternate
28. Environmental Cities Coalition
Carole Helliwell
29. Plymouth Civic Leag ire
Kim M. Bergman
Ongoing
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PLYMOUTH CHARTER COMMISSION
Plymouth, MN 55442
Ellie Singer (H) 593-0138 6-20-91 6-19-95
10115 29th Ave. N.
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Term
Name and Address
Telephone
Appointed
Expires
Kapila J. Bobra
(H)
559-1061
6-20-91
6-19-95
2600 Pineview Lane
(0)
348-6774
Plymouth, MN 55441
Tyrone P. Bujold
(H)
476-4435
6-20-91
6-19-95
615 Holly Lane
(0)
349-8755
Plymouth, MN 55447
H. David Crain
(H)
559-1642
6-20-91
6-19-95
13200 38th Ave. N.
(0)
540-4105
Plymouth, MN 55441
John M. Duntley
(H)
544-1620
6-20-91
6-19-95
1015 Pineview Lane N.
(0)
544-5469
Plymouth, MN 55441
Patrick J. Foley
(H)
542-9005
6-20-91
6-19-95
35 Nathan Lane, No. 223
(0)
339-4511
Plymouth, MN 55441
Gerard A. Ford
(H)
557-7137
6-20-91
6-19-95
15815 47th Ave. N.
(0)
228-2500
Plymouth, MN 55446
Pauline V. Milner
(H)
559-2779
6-20-91
6-19-95
2355 Jonquil Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Sandy Patterson
(H)
553-0278
6-20-91
6-19-95
12915 46th Ave. N.
(0)
546-5588
Plymouth, MN 55442
Timothy J. Peterson
(H)
541-1125
6-20-91
6-19-95
3235 Wellington Lane N.
(0)
546-2211
Plymouth, MN 55441
William C. Pribble
(H)
473-8120
6-20-91
6-19-95
17330 19th Ave. N.
(0)
593-0041
Plymouth, MN 55447
Virgil A. Schneider
(H)
559-1111
6-20-91
6-19-95
11520 54th Ave. N.
(0)
377-0083
Plymouth, MN 55442
Ellie Singer (H) 593-0138 6-20-91 6-19-95
10115 29th Ave. N.
Plymouth, MN 55441
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PLYMOUTH CHARTER COMMISSION - continued
Jon A. Speck
(H)
473-4116
6-20-91
6-19-95
835 Vicksburg Lane
(0)
853-3014
Plymouth, MN 55447
Joy Tierney
(H)
473-1681
6-20-91
6-19-95
17915 20th Ave. N.
(0)
780-8551
Plymouth, MN 55447
Todd S. Wirth
(H)
553-9802
6-20-91
6-19-95
10755 54th Ave. N.
(0)
925-2535
Plymouth, MN 55442
Appointments were made
by Hennepin County
Chief Judge Roberta K. Levy
on 6-20-91. All appointees
are
eligible
to serve a second
four-year
term.
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PLYMOUTH CHARTER COMMISSION
Plymouth, MN 55442
Ellie Singer (H) 593-0138 6-20-91 6-19-95
10115 29th Ave. N.
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Term
Name and Address
Telephone
Appointed
Expires
Kapila J. Bobra
(H)
559-1061
6-20-91
6-19-95
2600 Pineview Lane
(0)
348-6774
Plymouth, MN 55441
Tyrone P. Bujold
(H)
476-4435
6-20-91
6-19-95
615 Holly Lane
(0)
349-8755
Plymouth, MN 55447
H. David Crain
(H)
559-1642
6-20-91
6-19-95
13200 38th Ave. N.
(0)
540-4105
Plymouth, MN 55441
John M. Duntley
(H)
544-1620
6-20-91
6-19-95
1015 Pineview Lane N.
(0)
544-5469
Plymouth, MN 55441
Patrick J. Foley
(H)
542-9005
6-20-91
6-19-95
35 Nathan Lane, No. 223
(0)
339-4511
Plymouth, MN 55441
Gerard A. Ford
(H)
557-7137
6-20-91
6-19-95
15815 47th Ave. N.
(0)
228-2500
Plymouth, MN 55446
Pauline V. Milner
(H)
559-2779
6-20-91
6-19-95
2355 Jonquil Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Sandy Patterson
(H)
553-0278
6-20-91
6-19-95
12915 46th Ave. N.
(0)
546-5588
Plymouth, MN 55442
Timothy J. Peterson
(H)
541-1125
6-20-91
6-19-95
3235 Wellington Lane N.
(0)
546-2211
Plymouth, MN 55441
William C. Pribble
(H)
473-8120
6-20-91
6-19-95
17330 19th Ave. N.
(0)
593-0041
Plymouth, MN 55447
Virgil A. Schneider
(H)
559-1111
6-20-91
6-19-95
11520 54th Ave. N.
(0)
377-0083
Plymouth, MN 55442
Ellie Singer (H) 593-0138 6-20-91 6-19-95
10115 29th Ave. N.
Plymouth, MN 55441
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PLYMOUTH CHARTER COMMISSION - continued
Jon A. Speck
(H)
473-4116
6-20-91
6-19-95
835 Vicksburg
Lane
(0)
853-3014
Plymouth, MN
55447
Joy Tierney
(H)
473-1681
6-20-91
6-19-95
17915 20th Ave. N.
(0)
780-8551
Plymouth, MN
55447
Todd S. Wirth
(H)
553-9802
6-20-91
6-19-95
10755 54th Ave. N.
(0)
925-2535
Plymouth, MN
55442
Appointments
were made
by Hennepin County
Chief Judge Roberta K. Levy
on 6-20-91.
All appointees
are
eligible
to serve a second
four-year
term.
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DEPARTMENT OF PROPERTY TAX AND PUBLIC RECORDS
A607 Government Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55487-0067
Crossroads To Service
June 24, 1991
Ms. Laurie Rauenhorst, City Clerk
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Ms. Rauenhorst:
In accordance with the provisions of Minnesota Statutes Section 204B.46,
approval is hereby granted to the City of Plymouth for the conduct of an
election by mail on September 3, 1991. It is our understanding that the
City of Plymouth will establish a single polling location in the office
of the City Clerk for this special election.
We would be very interested in any analyses, evaluations, or reports your
office may prepare on the mail ballot election process. We would also be
interested in your opinion regarding the over-all benefits this new con-
cept provides to the voting public.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact either myself or
any member of my staff.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Patrick H. O'Connor
County Auditor
PHO:mc
HENNEPIN COUNTY
an equal opportunity employer
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: June 27, 1991, for City Council Meeting of July 1
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Eric J. Blank, Director of Parks & Recreation
SUBJECT: EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL - STATUS REPORT
1. Medicine Lake - Spraying for Eurasian Water Milfoil on Medicine Lake was
scheduled for Wednesday, June 26th. This was called off by the DNR due to
the high winds. They generally do not treat lakes on Thursdays and
Fridays because of the pending weekends. It will be rescheduled, and I
will keep you informed of that date and time. As of right now, it is
anticipated that we will be cost sharing with the City of Medicine Lake,
the DNR, and Hennepin Parks on Medicine Lake treatment. The City's cost
is estimated to be $1,250.
2. Schmidt Lake - The DNR has been working on a cost sharing agreement with
the homeowners association and us. Schmidt Lake is tentatively scheduled
for spraying the week after July 4, with the City's share estimated to be
$2,233.
3. Parkers Lake - On Tuesday morning, June 25, a representative of the DNR
and Hennepin Parks Biological Staff toured Parkers Lake. This inspection
identified Eurasian Water Milfoil ringing the entire outer circle of the
lake to a depth of about 10 ft. The DNR has temporarily cancelled any
spraying on Parkers Lake to evaluate the best treatment method for this
particular lake. The current DNR policy is that weeds can only be sprayed
on between 15-20% of any lake, which means that if they continue with this
policy, a number of acres on Parkers Lake will have to remain untreated.
Originally, we had worked out cost sharing on a 50/50 basis with the DNR
for Parkers Lake with the City's estimated cost to be approximately
$1,600.
The total cost that we have been considering for this first treatment of
Milfoil will run approximately $5,000. This will be earmarked out of the
$6,000 which is set aside in the Park Maintenance budget for milfoil and
purple loosestrife treatment. This, in essence, would deplete our funding for
the year, and should it be necessary for further treatments on these or
additional lakes, I anticipate returning to the City Council for direction on
such a situation.
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REGIONAL TRANSIT BOARD
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MICHAEL J. EHRLICHMANN June 24, 1991
Chair
Metro Mobility Squeezed by Funding Shortage
Regional transit services weathered the legislative session. Metro Mobility, the paratransit
program that provides transportation to persons with disabilities and mobility limitations,
was hit hard with funding cuts that will seriously impair the delivery of this service.
The Legislature specifically stated that only $25.3 million could be spent on Metro Mobility
in the next two years. This is $4 million short of what is needed. In the past, the RTB has
been able to access funds from property taxes or other programs to transfer to the Metro
Mobility program. This biennium, the Legislature stipulated that no funds may be
transferred from any other transit programs. We are faced with trying to fit a $29 million
foot into a $25 million shoe.
Even before the Legislature imposed limits on the program, the RTB was working to bring
the costs of Metro Mobility down. In partnership with the Department of Human Services
(DHS), we recovered federal medical assistance dollars from people being transported to
day training and habilitation centers. We have provided bus passes to developmentally
disabled people taking and completing travel shills training courses, enabling them to use
MTC buses instead of Metro Mobility. In fact, this session, we requested less for Metro
Mobility than in the previous biennium.
Demand for these services continues to grow. From 1989 to 1990, 38 percent more
passengers were certified while 14 percent more rides were provided. Unless Metro
Mobility changes radically, ridership projections for the next five years show continual
program growth.
This session, at the RTB's request, the Legislature created a paratransit task force to study
the possible consolidation and coordination of Metro Mobility trips provided by the RTB
and Medical Assistance trips funded by DHS. Last year the RTB spent $14 million to
provide 1.6 million Metro Mobility trips and DHS spent nearly $9 million to provide
350,000 Medical Assistance trips in the metro area. The task force must submit a report to
the Legislature by January 1, 1992.
Representatives from the RTB, DHS, Mn/DOT, MTC, State Council on Disability, non-
profit and for-profit transit providers, the senior community, the metropolitan area and
users of both services will serve on this task force.
This study may point to ways to provide both Metro Mobility and Medical Assistance
services more cost-effectively. If we are able to coordinate and consolidate we may be able
to continue to provide services for people who have no other transportation alternatives.
Until then we must make drastic measures and raise fares. As of July 1, Metro Mobility
fares will increase to $2.00 for rides up to 8 miles and $3.50 for rides eight miles and
longer. Escorts will have to pay for their rides and over -eight mile ride coupons will be
eliminated. There will be an annual fee for standing orders in addition to the set-up charge.
We invite your suggestions as to how to deal with the serious funding shortage we are
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TWIN ItCITIES 7-7
TREE TRUST
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June 21, 1991:
Mr. James Willis
City Manager
Plymouth City Offices
3100 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Willis,
We are interested in informing you, the Mayor and the City Council
about the park projects that area youth will be working on in Plymouth
this summer. They are participating in the Summer Youth Employment
and Training Program directed by Twin Cities Tree Trust. I am
enclosing a list of the projects and the approximate dates when they
will be in Plymouth along with a letter to your Mayor and Council. I
would appreciate your seeing that copies of the letter and the project
list are distributed to the Mayor and members of the City Council.
In addition, if you would like to visit a worksite, please contact us
so we can confirm the schedule and exact location of the work crew on
the day you wish to visit. We would also be happy to meet you at the
site to answer your questions.
We appreciate the commitment Plymouth has made to our program.
Sincerely,
TWIN CITIES TRUST
irr M. own
President
Enclosures
PLYMOUTH Richard Meaux
Zachary Playfield (6/17 — 7/19)
— Construct Keystone retaining wall with benches
— Construct Keystone planter box
City Open space ((7/22 — 8/2)
— Construct timber staircase
Parkers Lake Park (8/5 — 8/16)
— Construct handicapped deck and walkway area
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TWIN CITIES 1-7
TREE TRUST
June 21, 1991
Mr. Kim M. Bergman, Mayor
Members of the City Council
Plymouth City Offices
3100 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Bergman and Members of the City Council:
We will have youths from Plymouth and neighboring communities working
on park projects in Plymouth this summer. They are participating in
the Summer Youth Employment and Training Program directed by Twin
Cities Tree Trust. I am enclosing a list of the projects and the
approximate dates when they will be in Plymouth.
The youths are very proud of their work and the contribution they are
able to make to their community. A visit by you would help reinforce
the importance of their accomplishments. If you would like to visit a
worksite, please contact me or Barbara Hise, Tree Trust's Community
Relations Coordinator, prior to your visit. We can then give you the
exact schedule and location of the crew and meet you at the site to
answer questions, if you wish.
We appreciate the commitment Plymouth has made to our program. We
hope you will take a few minutes to see the quality projects the
youths are completing in Plymouth this summer.
Sincerely,
TWIN,CITIES TTRUST
irk M. rown
President
Enclosures
EMPLOYMENT TRAINING/URBAN CONSERVATION
4100 VERNON AVENUE SOUTH, ST. LOUIS PARK, MN 55416-3199 612/920-9326
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER GIM jU tY 27 '91
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JUNE 12, 1991
The Regular Meeting of the City of Plymouth Planning
Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Plufka, Commissioners Robert
Beckers, Barb Stimson, Michael Stulberg,
Scott Syverson, Michael Wigley, and
Dennis Zylla.
MEMBERS ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: Coordinator Charles Dillerud, Director
Blair Tremere, City Engineer Dan
Faulkner, and Planning Secretary Jackie
Watson.
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MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Chairman
MOTION TO APPROVE
Plufka to approve the May 22, 1991 Planning Commission
Minutes.
Vote. 3 Ayes. Commissioners Beckers, Stimson, Syverson,
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
and Wigley abstained. MOTION carried.
Chairman Plufka introduced the request by Baton
BATON CORPORATION
Corporation for an Amended PUD Preliminary Plat/Plan and
(89103)
Conditional Use Permit for the Mission PUD to allow a
rearrangement of density and a change in unit types on the
remaining Mission PUD property south of Old Rockford Road
and Larch Lane.
Coordinator Dillerud reviewed the May 17, 1991 Staff
Report.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Richard Zejdlik and Mr.
Randy Zejdlik.
Richard Zejdlik distributed a handout to the Commissioners
responding to the staff report. He explained the 20 year
history of this site and how changes in development
surrounding the site have affected the proposed
completion. He stated that the current market conditions
do not support condominiums as previously proposed. Mr.
Zejdlik stated that there are no low and moderate income
programs at the current time for the construction of this
type of housing.
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Planning Commission Minutes
June 12, 1991
Page 94
Mr. Randy Zejdlik reviewed the items in the staff report
that were discussed in the handout where Baton Corporation
had issues.
Commissioner Wigley questioned why the developer was not
willing to stay with the original plan for the
construction of condominiums.
Randy Zejdlik stated that the banks were not willing to
finance condominiums because of the market conditions for
this type of housing.
Commissioner Beckers asked the developers how many
meetings they have had with the Mission Hills Homeowners
Association.
Randy Zejdlik responded that they had met at least three
times with the Association. He stated that a tree survey
was delayed until last winter because of the high cost of
doing it during the summer months.
Chairman Plufka asked what the developer intended to do
with the low to moderate income parcel at the northeast
corner of the site.
Randy Zejdlik stated that the developer's intent is to mix
the low to moderate income housing within the other
parcels of the site.
Coordinator Dillerud showed the Commissions a transparency
of the approved 1976 Plan for this site.
Chairman Plufka opened the Public Hearing.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Bob Donley of 11740 -38th
Avenue North.
Mr. Donley stated that he represented the Mission Ridge
Homeowners Association. He said that there has not been
any recent contact made by the developer with the
Association and they would like to meet with the
developer.
Mr. Donley stated that the Homeowner's Association
recommends denying the current application by Baton
Corporation for the following reasons: objection to the
loss of the natural site features; objection to the
influence of economics driving the elimination of the
condominiums; more buffer area is being removed between
the single family development moving the townhomes
proposed closer the them; and, not enough screening of the
area on the northeast.
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June 12, 1991
Page 95
Mr. Donley stated that the approved 1976 plan used the
topography of the land and minimized the impact on the
vegetation and wildlife on the site. He said the
condominiums were to be luxurious and extensive
landscaping was approved. He stated that the proposed
plan would eliminate 19 more trees and the townhomes would
be placed within the woodline. He said he would like to
see a setback of 100 feet for the townhomes from the
existing single family development of Mission Ridge.
Mr. Donley stated that the site north of 41st Street
proposed a larger number of apartment units and this could
create parking problems. He said he objected to the
failure to resolve the disposition of Outlot A; the impact
the project would have on French Park; lack of additional
walkway and street lights on 41st Street and Old Rockford
Road; and, the loss of more open space.
Mr. Donley stated that the neighbors would like to see a
park in the area of the manor homes and the trail moved
closer to the open space which could require the developer
to give up a number of housing units.
Chairman Plufka questioned whether the natural drainage on
the site would be relocated or disturbed.
Coordinator Dillerud stated that when the public street is
constructed as a southerly extension of Jonquil Lane, a
pipe would be placed under the street across the "draw"
for drainage, and a portion of the "draw" would be graded.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. John Barnes of 10230 -38th
Court North.
Mr. Barnes stated that he was interested in purchasing a
townhouse such as those proposed and he was in favor of
the proposed development.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Steve Burk of 11775 -40th
Place North.
Mr. Burk stated that two issues that have not been
resolved in the Mission Hills development are some
additional parking spaces (25), and Outlot A (5.7 acres
which was to be deeded to the Homeowner's Association).
He said that the Homeowner's Association wished to have
the land deeded to the individual property owners.
Mr. Burk stated that he wanted the 16 unit structure moved
back away from the trail which would reduce the amount of
traffic near the single family homes; and, reverse the
position of and reduce the apartment unit structure to 3
stories. He said that the previously approved plan for
the condominiums saved more trees.
Planning Commission Minutes
June 12, 1991
Page 96
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr.
Goldenrod Lane.
Hugh Norsted of 4075
Mr. Norsted stated that the developer has not met with the
present homeowners in the area. He said that he thought
the site now proposed for townhomes was previously said to
be nonbuildable.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Ery Prom of 11790 -40th
Place North.
Mr. Prom stated that he opposed an 8 -story apartment
building because it would be level with the roofs of the
single family dwellings and would block the sunlight for
the existing homes. He also questioned the safety of such
a building as far as fire protection.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Marlyn Sjaarda of 11720-
38th Avenue North.
Mr. Sjaarda stated that the change in setbacks from 20 to
25 feet suggested now by the developer would result in
structures encroaching more into the tree line. He said
he would like to see the proposed townhouses moved further
to the west on the site.
Chairman Plufka closed the Public Hearing.
Coordinator Dillerud responded to the Outlot A issue
stating that the 5.03 acres was to be deeded to the
Homeowner's Association for the area now proposed for twin
homes. He said the trail change was recommended by the
Park Department.
Commissioner Stulberg questioned the drainage issue for
the site.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that the details of
drainage for the site would be resolved on the Site Plan
and that a holding pond would be required to ensure that
sediment does not flow to the natural pond and wetland.
City Engineer Faulkner concurred with Coordinator Dillerud
stating that a holding pond would be required.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner
Zylla to recommend denial of the request by Baton
Corporation for an Amended PUD Preliminary Plat/Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for the Mission PUD to allow a
rearrangement of density and a change in unit types on the
remaining Mission PUD property south of Old Rockford Road
and Larch Lane based on the findings recommended by staff
in its report of May 17, 1991.
MOTION TO DENY
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June 12, 1991
Page 97
Chairman Plufka stated that the developer must live with
the footprint and the constraint of the wood line for the
area south of 41st Avenue North. He said that he could
accept the multiple unit development north of 41st Avenue
North but did not approve of an 8 -story building. He
stated that access could be gained to the site from Old
County Road 9 thus making the low/moderate income housing
possible.
Commissioner Zylla explained that developers are not
required to meet with neighbors on a proposed development,
although he said that some problems could be solved if
they did.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION to deny approved. VOTE - MOTION APPROVED
Chairman Plufka called a recess at 9:10 p.m. The meeting
reconvened at 9:20 p.m.
Chairman Plufka introduced the request by the Association ASSOCIATION OF FREE
of Free Lutheran Congregations for a Site Plan for an LUTHERAN CONGREGATIONS
Administration Building, Conditional Use Permit Amendment (91020)
to amend the Master Plan, and a Variance to allow more
than one building on a single lot at 3110 East Medicine
Lake Boulevard.
Coordinator Dillerud reviewed the May 23, 1991 Staff
Report.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Jack Ovick, architect, and
Mr. Lloyd Carlson representing the petitioner.
Mr. Carlson stated the expansion is needed for the current
operations, and will not increase traffic to and from the
site. He explained that the relocation of the
Administration Building closer to the entrance was for the
convenience of visitors to the site. He said the building
would look like a one-story building to the north because
the lower level would be built into the ground. He said
the parking lot connection was for the convenience of fire
truck access to both buildings.
Chairman Plufka opened the Public Hearing.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Jack Foster of 10625 -32nd
Avenue North.
Mr. Foster stated that he objected to the new building
being placed on this part of the site because of the
increase in hard surface needed for parking, and because
of the potential drainage problems that could result. He
said that the 6 -foot high wall proposed on top of the
existing 4 -foot berm would be an eyesore.
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Planning Commission Minutes
June 12, 1991
Page 98
Mr. Foster objected to the holding pond because it would
be hazardous to children who live in the area. He stated
that he did not want to see the Association have an option
to lease out any space in the proposed building as he felt
that would impair property values to homes in the area.
Commissioner Wigley asked Mr. Foster if he preferred no
fence be constructed along the north property line.
Mr. Foster responded that his preference was to have trees
and bushes placed on the berm for privacy.
Coordinator Dillerud explained that a holding pond is
required and will be regardless of whether this building
is for administration or for senior housing. He stated
that the number of parking spaces would also be more than
the 8 shown on the 1973 Master Plan if this was a senior
housing site responding to current Zoning Ordinance
parking standards of 1 space for every unit.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. LaDonna Landry of 10490-
29th Avenue North.
Ms. Landry stated that she objected to the commercial
aspects of this site, and to the increases that would
result in traffic and pollution.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Florence Larson of 2930
Medicine Ridge Road.
Ms. Larson stated that she thought this was a residential
neighborhood when she purchased her home. She said that
she objects to the truck traffic going to this site; the
proposed increase in size of the parking lot; and, the
potential for higher burglary in the area.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Richard Martin of 2650 East
Medicine Lake Boulevard.
Mr. Martin question whether part of the proposed
administration building would be rented to outside
parties. He said that the traffic to the site is
currently heavy and additional traffic would be
objectionable. He asked whether this is a tax exempt
parcel.
Mr. Carlson responded that the administration building
would only be used by the Association, which is crowded in
the present building, and this is a tax exempt parcel.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Ana Moreen of 10713 -32nd
Avenue North.
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Planning Commission Minutes
June 12, 1991
Page 99
Ms. Moreen stated her concerns were the loss of the open
fields and trees; the increase of 63 parking spaces; the
holding pond, which she would like to see fenced; and, the
proposed wall to screen the site from the neighbors.
Ms. Moreen suggested that a senior citizen housing
building would create less traffic to the site.
Mr. Carlson responded that the future senior citizen
housing building would be the same size as the proposed
administration building and would require more than 8
parking spaces as per the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance.
Chairman Plufka responded that this site is in the Bassett
Creek Watershed District and requirements include a
holding pond for silt to settle.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Donald Smith of 10215 -31st
Avenue North.
Mr. Smith questioned why the building was proposed so
close to the roadway, and whether the Association could
lease out office space. He stated he thought the senior
citizen housing would create a more even flow of traffic
dispersed throughout the day.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Betty Raabe of 10935 -34th
Avenue North.
Ms. Raabe stated that there is already too much traffic
near her home resulting from the Hazeldon and Mission
Farms sites and she would like to see this development
changed.
Chairman Plufka stated that the use of the site was
approved in 1973, and the only change requested is the
exchange of the location of the administration building
for the senior housing building.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Donna Landry of 10490 -29th
Avenue North.
Ms. Landry asked if the 63 space parking lot was on the
1973 plan. She said she objected to the loss of trees on
this site.
Chairman Plufka stated that the number of parking spaces
is determined by the size of the building as per the
Plymouth Zoning Ordinance at the time the building is
constructed.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Cheryl Tryon of 2710
Medicine Lake Road.
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June 12, 1991
Page 100
Ms. Tryon stated that her concern was the traffic in this
area.
Chairman Plufka closed the Public Hearing.
Chairman Plufka asked Mr. Ovick if the parking area could
be relocated.
Mr. Ovick responded that the people coming to the site
come to the area proposed for parking first. He said this
parking area also is convenient for those moving between
the existing building and the proposed new building. He
stated that the proposed building design was done to try
to make the site look more like a residential area.
Commissioner Zylla questioned why the 18 current employees
need the proposed building and the number of parking
spaces requested. He asked if the total count of parking
spaces included those currently used for the church.
Mr. Carlson responded that he did not know the number of
parking spaces located at the north and east sides of the
church. He said that students that use the church park
somewhere else on the site. He stated that the proposed
building will be used for current staff to expand the
crowded conditions in the existing building, for storage,
and for meeting rooms.
Commissioner Zylla asked if proof -of -parking was
considered by the applicant? He also said he would like
to know if the berm is 4 feet high.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that the applicant proposed
the number of parking spaces as per the Plymouth Zoning
Ordinance and that it is the petitioner's responsibility
to propose proof -of -parking, if desired. No proof -of -
parking has been proposed by this application. All
required parking is proposed to be constructed. He said
that the berm is not consistently the same height but
ranges from 2-4 feet along the site.
Commissioner Stimson questioned whether there were trees
and shrubs on the existing berm.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that there were trees and
shrubs on the berm. A neighbors fence also exists along
the north property line of the site.
Mr. Carlson stated that the berm and fence are a
requirement of the Zoning Ordinance and were therefore
designed to screen the site from surrounding residential
property. He said that the connection of the two parking
lots was designed because the Fire Department had a
concern regarding access to both sites.
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Planning Commission Minutes
June 12, 1991
Page 101
Chairman Plufka asked Mr. Carlson if he was aware that
proof -of -parking was available?
Mr. Carlson responded that he was not aware of the proof -
of -parking option.
Commissioner Wigley asked if the existing parking lot had
a screen fence.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that the existing parking
lot was screened by a neighbor's fence and a utility
building.
Commissioner Zylla asked if screening is required.
Coordinator Dillerud stated that screening is required to
be the height of vehicle headlights; the most effective
means is to use a berm or fencing. He said that in this
case there would be a double fence because the neighbor's
fence cannot count as the screen required by the Zoning
Ordinance.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Beckers to recommend approval of the request by the
Association of Free Lutheran Congregations for a Site Plan
for a new Administration Building, Conditional Use Permit
Amendment to amend the Master Plan, and a Variance to
allow more than one building on a single lot at 3110 East
Medicine Lake Boulevard, subject to the conditions listed
in the May 23, 1991 Staff Report.
MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND
Commissioner Wigley to recommend a proof -of -parking plan
be approved to not construct the parking spaces facing
north on the north side of the proposed structure, and to
eliminate the fence in this area.
Chairman Plufka asked Mr. Carlson if he had any objections
to the proposed amendment.
Mr. Carlson responded that he did not.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND
Commissioner Stulberg to delete condition 11 and maintain
the connection between the two parking lots.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Zylla, second by MOTION TO AMEND
Commissioner Beckers to remove the condition requiring
fencing of the parking area and substitute the fence with
landscaping.
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Page 102
Commissioner Stulberg stated that it is difficult to
achieve the required 90 percent opacity required by the
Zoning Ordinance.
Chairman Plufka questioned whether the existing berm would
achieve the barrier needed.
Coordinator Dillerud stated that it looked as though about
half of the existing berm is high enough to provide the
screen barrier, but the berm could be constructed higher
with the lateral distance that would result from not
constructing the north facing parking.
Mr. Ovick stated that he thought they could eliminate the
fence and use conifers to produce the screening needed.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes, Commissioner Stulberg voted Nay. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION carried on a 6-1 vote.
MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND
Commissioner Zylla to add a condition stating that the
Association will not be allowed to lease any space in the
new administration building; that the building is strictly
for the use of the Association.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Roll Call Vote on Main Motion as amended four times. 7 VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Plufka introduced the request by the R.L. Johnson R.L. JOHNSON INVEST -
Investment Company, Inc. for a Conditional Use Permit for MENT, INC. (91024)
a counseling clinic in the I-1 District at 1695 Highway
169.
Chairman Plufka waived the review of the May 20, 1991
Staff Report.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Chuck Youngquist
representing the petitioner.
Mr. Youngquist stated that this site is unique and he
thought the counseling clinic would provide a good buffer
between the other properties in the area and the
residential neighborhood.
Commissioner Stulberg asked what type of counseling would
be done by the petitioner.
Mr. Youngquist stated that counseling would be for
individuals and groups of up to 10 people.
Chairman Plufka opened the Public Hearing. Chairman
Plufka closed the Public Hearing as there was no one
present to speak on the issue.
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Page 103
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Stimson to recommend approval of the request by the R.L.
Johnson Investment Company, Inc. for a Conditional Use
Permit for a counseling clinic in the I-1 District at 1695
Highway 169.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Coordinator Dillerud announced that Item 5.D. on the
agenda had been withdrawn at the request of the
petitioner, Fireside Corner.
Chairman Plufka introduced the request by Mr. Don Hunger DON HUNGER (91027)
for a PUD Conditional Use Permit Amendment for
encroachment into side yard setback for a garage addition
at 10625 -48th Avenue North.
Chairman Plufka waived the review of the May 7, 1991 Staff
Report.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Don Hunger.
Mr. Hunger stated that the original survey of the property
was incorrect, and that the setback encroachment would
only be .8 feet. He said the proposed garage addition
would be less of an eyesore than a car which was parked
outside and that the three neighbors that would be most
affected have signed a letter stating that they do not
object to the proposed addition.
Commissioner Beckers asked how close the existing fence
was to the bike path and how far the proposed garage would
be from the path.
Mr. Hunger responded that the fence was approximately 3 to
4 feet from the bike path and the proposed garage would be
7 feet from the bike path.
Commissioner Beckers asked when the fence was erected.
Mr. Hunger stated that the fence was erected in 1983 or
1984.
Chairman Plufka opened and closed the Public Hearing as
there was no one present to speak on the issue.
Commissioner Stulberg asked if the Park Department has
made any comments about the existing fence.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that they had not.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO DENY
Stulberg to deny the request by Mr. Don Hunger for a PUD
Conditional Use Permit Amendment for encroachment into
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Page 104
side yard setback for a garage addition at 10625 -48th
Avenue North.
Commissioner Stulberg stated that the PUD approval did not
approve setback variances for this site and approval of
this request would set a precedent.
Commissioner Beckers stated that this is a difficult
decision because he thinks the proposed garage will look
better than the existing fence.
Commissioner Zylla stated that approval of this request
would dilute the ordinance.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. Commissioner Wigley voted Nay. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION carried on a 6-1 vote.
Chairman Plufka called a recess at 11:05 p.m. The meeting
reconvened at 11:15 p.m.
Chairman Plufka introduced the request by Quantum QUANTUM DEVELOPMENT
Development, Inc. for Family Child Development Center for INC. (91032)
a Site Plan Amendment and Variance for drive aisle
setback; and Conditional Use Permits for a nursery school
facility and a day care facility at 12325 South Highway
55.
Coordinator Dillerud reviewed the Staff Report of May 23,
1991.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Clint Carlson, Mr. Jack
Ovick and Ms. Gay Touhy, representing the petitioner.
Ms. Touhy stated that the intent of this request is to
continue an existing school use which would be relocating
from another Plymouth site.
Commissioner Wigley asked if the move was requested so
that growth would be possible.
Ms. Touhy responded that the center now has 250 students
and the move is only because of the need to find a new
site.
Commissioner Stulberg asked why the school was moving from
its current site at St. Mary's.
Ms. Touhy stated that the school had outgrown the present
facility and that since they are not a mission of the
church, were requested to find another site.
Chairman Plufka opened the Public Hearing.
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Page 105
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Dale Pederson of 3703
Westmark Circle.
Mr. Pederson introduced a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Van
Cardashian of 1015 Ives Lane which stated that they were
unable to attend the meeting, and were in favor of this
request.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Wesley Leggitt of 17015-
11th Avenue North.
Mr. Leggitt stated that he would defer his comments until
a later time.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Janet Peterson of 1220
Pineview Lane.
Ms. Peterson stated that her concern was the increase in
traffic on Pineview Lane.
Mr. Leggitt stated that he supported the proposed use on
this site. He stated that he currently uses Pineview Lane
to get to the present site of this daycare center. He
said that if the move is approved, he would be using
Highway 55 as his access to this site.
Chairman Plufka closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Wigley asked what would need to be done if
the number of students were to increase.
Chairman Plufka stated that the Conditional Use Permit
would have to be amended and a Public Hearing would have
to be held before the Planning Commission. The City
Council would then have to consider the request.
Chairman Plufka stated that the building was previously
used by the Wayzata Schools. He asked how many students
occupied the building when used by Wayzata Schools.
Mr. Ovick responded that there was a maximum of 500
children in the building when used by Wayzata Schools.
Commissioner Beckers asked if the center had children
there for the entire day or half days (mornings for some
and afternoons for others), and whether they encouraged
car pooling.
Ms. Touhy stated that the nursery school was half days;
one class in the morning and another in the afternoon.
She said that they do encourage car pooling.
Commissioner Wigley asked if staff thought the 250 number
of children for this request was realistic.
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Page 106
Coordinator Dillerud stated that the condition use will be
reviewed annually and that 250 children is probably the
maximum for this portion of the site.
MOTION by Chairman Plufka, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Beckers to recommend approval of the request by Quantum
Development, Inc. for Family Child Development Center for
a Conditional Use Permit for a nursery school facility at
12325 South Highway 55, subject to conditions listed in
the May 23, 1991 Staff Report.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION by Chairman Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Zylla MOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval of the request by Quantum
Development, Inc. for a day care facility, Site Plan and
Variance for Family Child Development Center, subject to
conditions listed in the May 23, 1991 Staff Report.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes, MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION by Commissioner Wigley, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Beckers to recommend approval of a Lot Consolidation for
Quantum Development, Inc. to create a single tax parcel
for the former Beacon Heights School site.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Plufka introduced the request by Ryan RYAN CONSTRUCTION
Construction Company for a Land Use Guide Plan Amendment COMPANY (91038)
to reguide from CL to CS and rezoning from B-1 to B-3; and
a PUD Conditional Use Permit Amendment to substitute a
Class II restaurant for a bank use at the northeast corner
of Highway 55 and Revere Lane.
Chairman Plufka waived the review of the May 23, 1991
Staff Report.
Coordinator Dillerud explained the original guiding for
this site.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Bill McHale who represented
the petitioner.
Mr. McHale explained that the previous application for
this site was in the Tax Increment Financing Zone and the
new application is not. He distributed pictures of the
proposed building; stating the colors would tie in with
the rest of the center. He said that the size of the site
would not support a Class I restaurant and that the office
complex on the site has asked for a Class II restaurant.
Mr. McHale stated that the proposed landscape plan for
this site is above the Zoning Ordinance standards and will
be attractive.
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Page 107
Mr. McHale stated that the Arby's Restaurants are a blend
somewhere between a Class I and Class II restaurant. He
showed the Commissioner a picture of the proposed pylon
sign.
Chairman Plufka stated that he did not think a pylon sign
was even necessary but if it was he would like to see the
developer come to the City Council with a design that
would enhance a restaurant such as this at the gateway to
the City.
Mr. McHale introduced Mr. Doug Kennedy representing
Arby's.
Mr. Kennedy stated that he would be willing to redesign a
pylon sign to be looked at by the City Council.
Commissioner Stulberg asked what the vote was on this
request previously when it was before the Planning
Commission.
Coordinator Dillerud stated that the previous Planning
Commission vote on this item was in favor by a vote of 6-
1, with Former Commissioner Marofsky voting Nay.
Chairman Plufka opened and closed the Public Hearing as
there was no one present to speak on the issue.
Commissioner Wigley asked if the parcel across the street
from this parcel had been proposed to be reguided and
rezoned.
Coordinator Dillerud responded that it had been also
proposed to be reguided and rezoned in an identical
manner.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Wigley to recommend approval of the request by Ryan
Construction Company for a Land Use Guide Plan Amendment
to reguide from CL to CS and rezone from B-1 to B-3; and a
PUD Conditional Use Permit Amendment to substitute a Class
II restaurant for a bank use at the northeast corner of
Highway 55 and Revere Lane.
Commissioner Stulberg stated that he would like to
recommend to the City Council that they look at a
different approach to a pylon sign for this site. He
stated that he did not want this recommendation tied to
the approving resolutions.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION by Chairman Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Zylla MOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend that the developer work with staff to design
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Page 108
an alternative pylon sign which is more in keeping with
the gateway image of the City of Plymouth which could be
displayed at the City Council Meeting.
Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Plufka introduced the request by the City of
Plymouth for continued consideration of the Thoroughfare
Guide Plan for the area generally bounded by I-494, Harbor
Lane (extended), Gleason Lake Road and County Road 6.
Coordinator Dillerud reviewed the May 23, 1991 Staff
Report.
Chairman Plufka opened the Public Hearing.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Rick Sathre, speaking on
behalf of the Carlson Real Estate Company.
Mr. Sathre presented the Commissioners with an alternative
plan for the site differing from the plan that had
previously been before Public Hearing at the Planning
Commission. He discussed the plan stating that Carlson
Companies would be donating the easterly protion of the
parcel guided as LA -4 in the future to either the City or
another party with the condition that it be held as a
natural preserve.
Mr. Sathre requested that the guiding of this site remain
as LA -4 until after Carlson Real Estate has donated the
property. He said this is necessary for tax benefit to
the company.
Chairman Plufka asked if the reguiding of this parcel
could be revisited in recognition of the alternate
proposal discussed this evening with Mr. Sathre,
representing Carlson Real Estate.
Director Tremere stated that it could be revisited.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Pat Murray of 504 Kingsview
Lane.
Mr. Murray stated that he is the spokesman representing 34
homes located on Kingsview Lane who are against the
connection of 10th Avenue North. He said that the steep
grade and the curve of the road would need to be corrected
if 10th Avenue North were connected.
Mr. Murray stated that the homeowners objected to the
connection. He said that the cul-de-sac was created from
land dedicated from the surrounding property owners and
they keep this area open so that an emergency vehicle
could enter this area.
1-8
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
THOROUGHFARE GUIDE
PLAN (91036)
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Page 109
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Roy Obermiller of 920
Kingsview Lane North.
Mr. Obermi l ler stated that he keeps the grass cut in the
10th Avenue North area. He said he can see no benefit to
Fernbrook Lane crossing the Luce Line or the connection of
10th Avenue North.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Jan Anderson of 910
Kingsview Lane.
Ms. Anderson stated that no one on Kingsview Lane was in
favor of the 10th Avenue connection. She said all the
property owners expressed concern over the safety hazard
that would result from increasing traffic if 10th Avenue
were connected.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Ron Anderson of 915
Kingsview Lane North.
Mr. Anderson voiced his objection to the connection of
10th Avenue North. He said he and the neighbors enjoy the
dead end cul-de-sac on Kingsview Lane North.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Jim Hartman of 1140 Harbor
Lane.
Mr. Hartman stated that none of the residents on Harbor
Lane want Fernbrook Lane connected nor do they want to see
Fernbrook Lane extended across the Luce Line. He said
that he is also against the connection of 10th Avenue
North, but, if the connection of 10th Avenue North would
prevent the extension of Fernbrook Lane, he would be in
favor of it.
Mr. Hartman stated that he was happy with the alternative
proposed plan discussed by Mr. Sathre for Carlson Real
Estate Company and said that the extension of Fernbrook
Lane would not be necessary if this plan is approved. He
said that he prefers to live without the Fernbrook Lane
connection and that any danger from lack of emergency
access is unlikely.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. David Miller of 925
Kingsview Lane.
Mr. Miller stated that he is against the connection of
10th Avenue North. He said he was concerned about the
safety issue and wanted to see the integrity of the
neighborhood preserved.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Craig Rodamaker of 613
Kingsview Lane.
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June 12, 1991
Page 109
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Roy Obermiller of 920
Kingsview Lane North.
Mr. Obermiller stated that he keeps the grass cut in the
10th Avenue North area. He said he can see no benefit to
Fernbrook Lane crossing the Luce Line or the connection of
10th Avenue North.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Jan Anderson of 910
Kingsview Lane.
Ms. Anderson stated that no one on Kingsview Lane was in
favor of the 10th Avenue connection. She said all the
property owners expressed concern over the safety hazard
that would result from increasing traffic if 10th Avenue
were connected.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Ron Anderson of 915
Kingsview Lane North.
Mr. Anderson voiced his objection to the connection of
10th Avenue North. He said he and the neighbors enjoy the
dead end cul-de-sac on Kingsview Lane North.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Jim Hartman of 1140 Harbor
Lane.
Mr. Hartman stated that none of the residents on Harbor
Lane want Fernbrook Lane connected nor do they want to see
Fernbrook Lane extended across the Luce Line. He said
that he is also against the connection of 10th Avenue
North, but, if the connection of 10th Avenue North would
prevent the extension of Fernbrook Lane, he would be in
favor of it.
Mr. Hartman stated that he was happy with the alternative
proposed plan discussed by Mr. Sathre for Carlson Real
Estate Company and said that the extension of Fernbrook
Lane would not be necessary if this plan is approved. He
said that he prefers to live without the Fernbrook Lane
connection and that any danger from lack of emergency
access is unlikely.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. David Miller of 925
Kingsview Lane.
Mr. Miller stated that he is against the connection of
10th Avenue North. He said he was concerned about the
safety issue and wanted to see the integrity of the
neighborhood preserved.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Craig Rodamaker of 613
Kingsview Lane.
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Page 110
Mr. Rodamaker stated that he was against the connection of
10th Avenue North and said he could see no sense in a road
which was so close to the Luce Line Trail.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Richard Schmidt of 14310-
13th Avenue North.
Mr. Schmidt stated he was against the connection of
Fernbrook Lane across the Luce Line Trail because of the
concern for the safety of the neighborhood resulting from
increased traffic. He said that he favored the alternate
plan proposed by the Carlson Real Estate Company, and that
the lower density of this development would not need the
Fernbrook Lane connection..
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Kurt Schwarz of 925 Ithaca
Lane.
Mr. Schwarz voiced his objection to the connection of 10th
Avenue North.
Chairman Plufka introduced Ms. Alice Williams of 14325-
12th Avenue North.
Ms. Williams stated that there are 3 neighborhoods that
are currently happy with the way the streets are.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Jeremy Wilson-Dando of
14400 -4th Avenue North.
Mr. Wilson-Dando stated that he represented the Harbor
Place Homeowner's Association and they oppose the
connection of Fernbrook Lane and 10th Avenue North. He
said that he favors the alternate proposal by Carlson Real
Estate Company, and the reduced density of this project
eliminates the need for any street connections in the
area. He presented a petition dated May 14, 1991 in
opposition to the connection of 10th Avenue North.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Harold Bakke of 815
Kingsview Lane.
Mr. Bakke stated he opposed the connection of 10th Avenue
North. He said that the School Board had asked for the
connection in approximately 1961 and it was denied.
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Robert C. Anderson of 604
Kingsview Lane North.
Mr. Anderson stated that another street parallel to the
Luce Line Trail was unnecessary and would destroy many
nice trees.
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Page 111
Chairman Plufka introduced Mr. Skip Rosen of 425 Harbor
Lane.
Mr. Rosen stated that he opposed the connection of 10th
Avenue North. He said that he did not object to the
Fernbrook Lane crossing the Luce Line Trail as long as the
traffic did not come down Harbor Lane.
Chairman Plufka closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Stulberg stated that memorandums from the
Fire Chief and Fire Inspector relay the message that the
connection of Fernbrook Lane is needed for emergency
access into the area.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Chairman MOTION TO RECONSIDER
Plufka to reconsider the guiding of the Carlson Real
Estate parcel.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Substitute MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by SUBSTITUTE MOTION TO
Chairman Plufka to recommend reguiding the areas in the APPROVE
Carlson Real Estate parcel as follows: reguide the center
of the parcel to LA -2; reguide west side of the parcel to
LA -1; and leave the east portion of the parcel as LA -4,
dependent on a plan from Carlson Real Estate Company to be
submitted and approved by the Planning Commission and City
Council.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Wigley to recommend that the Minor Collector
classification for Fernbrook Lane be deleted; that there
be no connection of 10th Avenue North; and, that the
connection of Fernbrook Lane across the Luce Line be
deleted; contingent on the approval of the alternate
proposal to be forthcoming to the Planning Commission and
City Council by Carlson Real Estate Company.
Commissioner Beckers stated that he supports the proposal
to not connect 10th Avenue North, but he said that an
emergency in the future could impact the need for that
connection and the City could be exposed to liability for
not providing adequate secondary access.
Roll Call Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Commissioner Wigley recommended that 10th Avenue North be
eliminated as a paper street on the Thoroughfare Guide
Plan.
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June 12, 1991
Page 112
Director
Tremere stated that the process necessary to
do
there was
this was
for the abutting property owners to petition
the
MOTION TO DEFER
City for
the vacation of this property.
Roll Call
Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman
Plufka introduced the request by the City
of
ZONING ORDINANCE
Plymouth
regarding the Zoning Ordinance Amendment
for
AMENDMENT REGARDING
retail uses as a conditional use in the I-1 District.
BOZA TERMS
RETAIL USE IN I-1
Plufka opened and closed the Public Hearing as
there was
DISTRICT
Chairman
Plufka opened and closed the Public Hearing as
there was
no one present to speak on the issue.
MOTION by Chairman Plufka, seconded by Commissioner
MOTION TO DEFER
Stulberg to defer this item.
Roll Call
Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman
Plufka introduced the request by the City of
ZONING ORDINANCE
Plymouth
to consider the revision of membership terms for
AMENDMENT REGARDING
the Board
of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals.
BOZA TERMS
Chairman
Plufka opened and closed the Public Hearing as
there was
no one present to speak on the issue.
MOTION by
Chairman Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Wigley
MOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval of the Zoning Ordinance Amendment
regarding
the revision of membership terms for the Board
of Zoning
Adjustments and Appeals.
Roll Call
Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Meeting Adjourned at 1:35 p.m.
NORTHWEST HENNEPIN
June 19, 1991
James Willis
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN. 55447
Dear James Willis:
HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL
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Since 1972, the Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council has been
the human services planning, research and coordinating agency serving
the fifteen municipalities of Northwest Hennepin County. Combining
resources for planning human services has proven to be a cost-
effective approach and a good example of collaboration among the
municipalities.
The Council is involved with a broad array of human services. Human
services is an issue that affects each and every citizen's quality of
life. Current Council projects include studying linkages between
housing and human services, developing resource grids to simplify
accessing needed programs and services, programming for runaway
youth, community leadership development, and planning forumson
renters/landlords rights and responsibilities. As a community, we
all benefit directly or indirectly from human services. Planning and
coordination of these services is as vital to the quality of life of
residents as the planning for streets, sewers, and other city
infrastructure concerns, because these concerns address the citizens
of our area as wholistic people.
The Council assists funders as well as agencies, cities as well as
citizens, providers as well as clients, because good information
ultimately helps everyone. If an agency needs technical assistance
in developing a program, this help is a benefit to the funders,
agencies, and clients. If a business wants to recruit diversified
employee groups, the employer, employee, and community all benefit.
Planning is a vital component to making good decisions. Time and
money spent up front prevents bad decisions that later waste time and
money.
It has been fun to see the many successes of the past years. The
development of new services and programs; the improvement and
refinement of existing services; the public/private initiatives.
In 1990, the Council's successes included:
o chosen as the first replication of United Way's Success by
six effort. Barriers our children face in reaching success
by six and strategies to overcome those barriers were
identified in 1990 with implementation efforts launched in
1991. _
BROOKLYN CENTER CORCORAN GOLDEN VALLEY MAPLE GROVE PLYMOUTH
BROOKLYN PARK CRYSTAL HANOVER NEW HOPE ROBBINSDALE
CHAMPLIN DAYTON HASSAN OSSEO ROGERS
7601 Kentucky Avenue N. • Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
(612) 493-2802
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o initiated a senior leadership committee to encourage and
support senior citizen participation in -local decision
making. This committee was presented with an award during
its first year as a model project.
o completed a community wide needs assessment to over 848
which sought citizen's view on human needs and city
services. The survey, conducted once every three years,
provided statistical significant information for each city
on the citizens views.
o Secured over $90,000 and 17 family placement sites for the
runaway youth program (the POINT NW) to begin serving our
kids at risk 1991.
These are but a few examples. In 1990, we have continued with our
active role in the community through our networks, technical
assistance and consultation, through lobbying efforts and through
research and planning as well as through providing emergency loans
and distributing surplus commodities.
These are among the service your contribution helps to support. As
you may recall, we conducted a market value study of our services and
programs in 1998 which showed our overall net worth at ten times our
operating budget. The average investment return for member cities
was $37.00 for each $1.00 contributed.
We look forward to working with you in 1991 and hope you will call us
with your specific human services planning, research, coordinating,
and program development needs. We welcome your requests for
assistance, your suggestions and input.
The 1992 per capita request is at the same level as the 1991 per
capita request. Vbe amount requested from'Plymouth for 199E is
tf8,397.00.
Thanks for your past, present, and future support.
T
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Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council
Bob Burlingame, Ch i
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council
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west hennepin human services planning board
4100 vemon avenue south, st. louts parse, minnesota 55416
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HENNEPIN COUNTY -'RESIDENTS DIVIDED
ON TAXES AND SPENDING
ST. LOUIS PARK, MN --Hennepin County residents are evenly split on the
question of increasing taxes to maintain county services versus reducing spending by
providing fewer services, according to a new poll released today by the sponsor of an
upcoming Citizens Jury on Hennepin County budget priorities.
Hennepin County, which includes the city of Minneapolis, is Minnesota's largest
county and has a $ 1. 1 billion budget for 1 991. The county is currently considering
whether to make permanent a half -cent increase in the state's sales tax to be dedicated to
funding county services.
The poll was conducted by the West Hennepin Human Services Planning Board,
an independent planning and coordinating agency formed by area municipalities and
sponsor of the Hennepin County Budget Priorities Citizens Jury. Telephone interviews
were conducted between May 8 and May 31 with 600 county residents selected at
random. The survey is considered to be accurate within plus or minus five percent.
We're eager to have the Citizens Jury panel provide a fresh perspective on
county spending," said Lois Gunderson, director of the budget priorities project and a
community planner with the West Hennepin board. "An independent evaluation of
the county's mission and program effectiveness is especially important when residents
are divided over turning to fewer services or increased taxes."
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The survey also showed that county residents hold their park and library
services in high regard, while giving the lowest marks to county roads and the court
system. When asked how they would reorder county spending, residents showed a strong
preference for more money for public health and human services and less money for
maintaining public records and funding jails and detention services.
The survey will be provided to the Budget Priorities Citizens Jury to aid
the panel is developing its agenda for hearings. The Citizens Jury panel will have a
randomly -chosen group of 24 Hennepin County residents review and recommend
spending priorities for the county. The Citizens Jury panel will hold its introductory
session on July 20, conduct hearings on Sept. 6, 13 and 20, and make its
recommendations on Sept. 27.
The Hennepin County Citizens Jury project is led by a steering committee
comprised of County Commissioners Mark Andrew and Tad Jude; West Hennepin Planning
Board members Pat Meyer Levy and Dale Woodbeck; Peter Hutchinson, an independent
consultant working on a Minneapolis Foundation study of the county's budget; and
Gunderson.
The Citizens Jury process was developed by the Minneapolis-based Jefferson
Center, a political research and reform organization, to allow representative groups of
randomly selected citizens to evaluate issues and candidates.
In the last year, Citizens Jury panels have been sponsored by the League of
Women Voters of Minnesota to examine candidates in the state's 1990 gubernatorial
campaign; by the Rochester, Minn., Post -Bulletin newspaper to recommend
improvements in low income housing programs; and by the Rochester, Minn., School
District to set priorities for arts education funding.
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Here are the survey results:
1) The first questions I have for
you are on your feelings
about how Hennepin
County spends the tax dollars
it collects.
I'm going to read
you some of the
services the county provides.
I want you
to tell me if your impression is that
the service appears to you to
be of high quality, average quality or low quality.
2) Now I'm going to go over the same list of services and I
want you to tell me
if you
are inclined to want to spend
more money,
the same amount,
or less money
on
each of them.
Question
1
Question 2
Quality
Spend
Parks
High
68%
More
20%
Average
27.5
Same
68
Low
1
Less
10
Don't Know
3.5
Don't Know
2
Libraries
High
62%
More
33%
Average
30
Same
61
Low
2
Less
5
Don't know
6
Don't Know
1
Human Services
High
28%
More
48%
( prompt -social services that
Average
46
Same
35
would be provided to the poor
Low
14
Less
13
elderly, mentally ill, abused
Don't Know
13
Don't Know
4
children and other vulnerable
people)
Jails and Detention Facilities
High
12%
More
30%
(prompt -like the workhouse
Average
44
Same
45
the downtown j ail , and juvenile
Low
13
Less
14
detention)
Don't Know
32
Don't Know
11
Court System
High
16 %
More
27%
( prompt -judges, county
Average
52
Same
52
attorneys, and public defenders)
Low
18
Less
14
Don't Know
14
Don't Know
6
Public Health
High
41 %
More
59%
(prompt -community clinics,
Average
38
Same
34
Hennepin County Medical Center,
Low
14
Less
7
AIDS prevention)
Don't Know
7
Don't Know
2
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Question 3
Question 4
Highest Support
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Parks
15%
9%
Libraries
7
Question 1
Human Services
Question 2
9
Jails and Detention
Quality
15
Spend
2
County Roads
High
23%
More
35%
( prompt -county roads and
Average
55
Same
53
bridges)
Low
19
Less
9
6
Don't Know
3
Don't Know
2
Garbage Handling
High
33%
More
21 %
(prompt -garbage burner
Average
45
Same
62
recycling, and landfills)
Low
15
Less
13
Don't Know
8
Don't Know
4
Maintaining Public Records
High
31 %
More
5%
(prompt -tax information,
Average
48
Same
73
birth certificates)
Low
4
Less
14
Don't Know
18
Don't Know
8
3) If you were to choose one service as the one that has your highest support for use
of your property taxes, which one would it be?
4) Which service do you support the least for the use of your property tax dollars?
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Question 3
Question 4
Highest Support
Least Support
Parks
15%
9%
Libraries
7
4
Human Services
32
9
Jails and Detention
5
15
Court System
2
9
Public Health
24
3
County Roads
7
10
Garbage Handling
7
8
Maintaining Public Records
1
28
Other
2
6
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5) Some people think Hennepin County should provide fewer services in order to
reduce spending. Others feel it is important to provide these services even if it
means an increase in taxes.
If you have to choose one of these statements, which one would you agree with
most?
Fewer Services 46%
Increased Taxes 48
Refused 3
Don't Know 3
6) Do you usually think of yourself as closer to the Republicans or Democrats?
Republican 39%
Democrat 44
Neither 17
7) Would you please tell me in what age category you fall?
18 to 44 54%
45 and Over 46
8) What is the highest level school you have completed?
Less than High School 5%
High School Graduate 21
Some College/Vo-Tech 34
College Graduate/Plus 40
9) Are you a person of color?
No 94%
Yes 6
Refused 1
1 0) Gender
Male 44%
Female 56
For additional information, please contact Lois Gunderson at the West Hennepin
Human Services Planning Board, 612-920-5533.
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and the witnesses it will ask to testify.
3. Budget Priority Hearings. The jurors will conduct -
three days of hearings; one day a week for three con- V
secutive weeks. Expert witnesses will be called to Introduct
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address key budget areas. Residents will be invited to r
speak on spending questions. Visits will be made to
sites of service programs. Jurors will work with com-
puter models to evaluate various spending alternatives. Budget PrioA
All of the Citizens Jury panel sessions will be open to the SEPTEMBER 6, 7
public, except for the final deliberations. -
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4. Budget Priorities Recommendations. Following a
day of final deliberations, the panel will issue recom-
mendations on budget priorities for Hennepin County.
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1. Hennepin County Opinion Survey. 600 eligible voters in Hennepin County have
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daily stipend to make it possible for the broadest spectrum of people to take part.
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and the witnesses it will ask to testify.
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three days of hearings; one day a week for three con- V
secutive weeks. Expert witnesses will be called to Introduct
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address key budget areas. Residents will be invited to r
speak on spending questions. Visits will be made to
sites of service programs. Jurors will work with com-
puter models to evaluate various spending alternatives. Budget PrioA
All of the Citizens Jury panel sessions will be open to the SEPTEMBER 6, 7
public, except for the final deliberations. -
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4. Budget Priorities Recommendations. Following a
day of final deliberations, the panel will issue recom-
mendations on budget priorities for Hennepin County.
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Budget
Priorities
Citizens Jury"
Process
The first Budget Priorities
Citizens Jury will have a
randomly- chosen represen-
tativegroupof citizensreview
and recommend spending
priorities for Hennepin
County of Minnesota. The
Citizens Jury will meet later
this year to provide Hennepin
County residents and officials
with an independent per-
spective on the county's bud-
get for 1992. Hennepin is
Minnesota's largest county
Charge to the Jury
and has a 1991 budget of $1.1
billion. The county includes
Minneapolis, Minnesota's
largest city.
The panel is being conducted
by the West Hennepin Hu-
man Services Planning Board,
withcounsel fromthe)efferson
Center of Minneapolis. The
project is led by a steering
committee comprised of
County Commissioners Mark
Andrew and Tad Jude, West
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members Pat Meyer Levy and
Dale Woodbeck, community
planner Lois Gunderson, and
independent consultant Peter
Hutchinson. The process is
funded jointly by West
Hennepin Human Services
and a private foundation.
Similar Citizens Jury panels
have been used in Minnesota
to evaluate low-income hous-
ing, agricul tural water quality,
and organ transplant policies.
Here is the charge that will be given to the Citizens jury panel:
Hennepin County has set its Levy limit at X%. (This amount will be set later this
year prior to the Citizens Jury hearings).
Within this fiscal constraint, the jurors are to decide which functions, services, and
other programs are to be funded.
The jury must first define the results it wants the county to achieve. Then it
should designate dollar amounts sufficient to obtain those results.
Benefits to Hennepin County
1. A fresh perspective on county spending, independent from the normal
pressures of special interests and past practice.
2. A focus on what the county's essential mission and responsibilities are in a
time of fiscal constraints.
3. A citizens evaluation of the effectiveness of county services, with the
opportunity for public testimony.
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CITIZENS JURY UPDATE / JUNE 1991
,JUST FOR KIDS
June 13, 1991
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We are delighted to share with you the first annual report of "Just For Kids." We hope that
you will find it interesting and informative. Please feel free to pass it along to someone else
when you are finished with it.
As you may know, Just For Kids is a community collaboration to broaden our awareness of
lids' needs and to give our young people further access to community resources through
cooperation and collaboration. That's the long was of saying we're trying to make things
better — Just For Kids!
We started with our summer school program. The report statistics show it's growing and
reaching more kids this year. Now we're working on parent involvement, at -risk issues and
after-school activities. Of course, there's a finance subcommittee, too.
As you can see, there's plenty of room for more participants. If you'd like to join us, or
know someone who would, please call Linda Kemper (Independent School District 281
Community Education, 535-1790, extension 204).
Each member of our subcommittee brings to the task a deep interest in making things better
for kids in our community. We know you could make an important contribution, too.
Have a wonderful summer. We'll keep you posted on ourprogress — Just For Kids!
Sincerely,
, �,
Joy Robb
Co-chair
Just For Kids Committee
Merrilee Riley '
Co-chair
Just For Kids Committee
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JUST FOR KIDS
A Community Collaboration
1990-91 Annual Report
MISSION
To broaden awareness of kids' needs through youth -serving
agencies and the general public, and to further access the broad
range of community resources in the general vicinity of the
northwest community.
Co -chairpersons
Merrilee Riley and Joy Robb
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JUST FOP. KIDS
HISTORY— The Just For Kids Committee was formed in January 1990 as a result of an
interest expressed by community leaders. The short-term goal of the com-
mittee was to implement a collaborative effort to provide 1990 summer
activities for youth in District 281. The long-term goal was to promote
efficient management of existing community resources by coordinating
service delivery for youth.
1990-91— During the 1990-91 school year, four new subcommittees emerged from the
Just For Kids Committee. The subcommittees have individually defined
their missions, plus long- and short-range goals. Each subcommittee is re-
sponsible for implementing at least one collaborative project during the
1991-92 school year.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT SUBCOMMITTEE
MISSIO —
Develop and promote a sense of community
MEMBERSHIP
through advocacy, outreach, education, coop-
Jan Ficken
eration and service delivery in northwest
Martin H Brooklyn Park
wk
Hennepin county.
NW Hennepin Human Services
Council
Melissa Johnson
GOAL 1 —
Assess current parent/family outreach efforts,
ISD 281
Linda Kem r'perreC7ub
determine needs and action based upon results.
ISD 281, Community Education
Linda Kleese
CEPAC/N'VTH Parent Rep.
Pat Nelson
GOAL 2 —
Study the potential for a parent -to -parent home
BISD
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visitation program providing one-to-one support
ISD 281
Vida Peskay
and information to families with children in
ISD 281, Plymouth Middle School
grades K-12.
Merrilee Riley
ISD 281, School Board
Greg Sicheneder
Big Brothers/Big Sisters
GOAL 3 —
Determine the feasibility of implementing a
• Facilitator
parent advocate project.
GOAL 4 —
Produce a parent newsletter designed to inform
and educate parents.
GOAL 5 —
Identify existing parent support groups, deter-
mine existing needs and, if necessary, supple-
ment groups.
GOAL 6 —
Assess existing resources for parent/family edu-
cation. Use the parent newsletter to publicize
existing offerings and, if necessary, work col-
laboratively to complement those offerings.
GOAL 7 —
Provide ongoing opportunities for service pro-
viders and other interested parties to network,
cooperate and collaborate.
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MEMBERSHIP
Jeanne Bair
Adventure Club/Unity Christ Church
Vern EY
ISD 281, Community Education
Tent' Frovik
Ftnt Lutheran Church
Mary Goodman
St. James Lutheran Church
Camille Green
Greater Minneapolis Girl Scout Council
Christine Roath Hams
Annex Teen Clinic
Bill Hawes
Brooklyn Peace Maker
Greg Hering•
Northwest YMCA
Elena Hilding
First Lutheran Church
Daniel Johnson
Kinship of Greater Minneapolis
Jim Kyle
ISD 281, Technology Learning Campus
Lori Lenz
ISD 281, Adventure Club
John Lloyd
ISD 287, Hennepin Technical College
June Long
ISD 279, Vocational Education
Lynette Maas
ISD 279, Park Center High School
Mike Melstad
Northwest YMCA
Sandra St. Germain
ISD 281, Community Education
Bonnie Schonk
CEAP
Lee Skavanger
ISD 279, Community Education
Mary Steiner Whelan
IN 281, Adventure Club
Barbara Winikoff
ISD 281, Volunteers In Action
Chris Zirker
St. Raphael's Catholic Church
• Facilitator
MEMBERSHIP
AT RISK SUBCOMMITTEE
Coordinate community resources to improve
access to existing/developing services for
youth in stressed communities in the north-
west Hennepin area.
Encourage churches and current recreational
venues to become more open to accommodat-
ing at -risk populations.
Commission local businesses to become more
active in "sponsoring" or committing funds
and/or time to at -risk program development
and implementation.
Investigate other agency involvement with at -
risk apartment service movement to ensure we
are not duplicating service.
SUMMER ACTIVITIES SUBCOMMITTEE
Rick Bimo
Golden Valley Park & Recreation
Vern Ege•
ISD 281, Community Education
Shari French
New Hope Park & Recreation
Karol Greupner
Plymouth Park & Recreation
Gene Hackett
Crystal Park & Recreation
Carolyn Hadlick
Northwest YMCA
Jim Jackson
Tree House
Christina Purington
Greater Minneapolis Girl Scout Council
Pam Schmitz
Robbinsdale Park & Recreation
Barb Whitmore
Minneapolis Camp Fire
• Facilitator
Summer Activities is a joint effort of child -
serving agencies from the greater District 281
community providing fun, affordable summer
enrichment activities for school-age children
grades K --eight.
Increase overall enrollment in grades K five. '
Outcome: Overall increase in participation was 45%
(1990 = 634 registrations, 1991 = 994 registrations).
Outcome: Specific increase in five targeted schools is as
follows: Forest (I I %), Lakeview (61 %), Lincoln (440%),
Meadow Lake (77%), Northport (70%).
Develop a viable middle school component.
Outcome: Overall increase in participation was 176%
(1990 = 59 registrations, 1991 = 163 registrations).
Ensure that scholarship and sliding -fee arrange-
ments are more available.
Outcome: Increase in number of individuals participating
was 167%.
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— MISSION
— GOAL 1
— GOAL 2
— GOAL 3
— MISSION
— GOAL I
— GOAL 2
— GOAL 3
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AFTER-SCHOOL SUBCOM?11ITTEE
MISSION — To collaborate as a community to create
and implement an overall program for all
youth designed to provide productive
leisure time opportunities so youth may
develop to their full potential.
GOAL 1 —
GOAL 2 —
GOAL 3 —
GOAL 4 —
GOAL 5 —
MISSION —
Collaborate to develop and market quality
non school/after-school programming for all
youth in the community.
Develop a mechanism for youth and parent in-
volvement in quality program planning and
implementation.
Ensure programs are inclusive — multicultural,
gender -neutral, special needs, income levels.
Identify and explore community resource
availability.
Provide programs in a safe environment that
will include opportunities to develop healthy
relationships with peers and caring adults.
FINANCE SUBCOMMITTEE
Identify potential funding resources to be
used for collaborative projects.
,JUST FOR KIDS
PUTS IDEAS INTO ACTION
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MEMBERSHIP
Roz Anderson
ISD 281, Adventure Club
Steve Berman
ISD 281, Adventure Club
Rick Bimo
Golden Valley Park & Recreation
Susan Debner
Cross of Glory Lutheran Church
JoAnn Colleen
Red Cross - NW Branch
Shari French
New Hope Park & Recreation
Karol Greupner
Plymouth Park & Recreation
Gene Hackett
Crystal Park & Recreation
Renee Hainlin
ISD 281, Community Education
Wendy Konop
ISD 281, Olson Early Childhood Center
Deborah Liangs
Greater Minneapolis Gid Scout Council
Jay Lotthammer
Brooklyn Park Recreation
Paula Musel
ISD 281, Community Education
Mark Saari
Maple Grove Park & Recreation
Pam Schmitz'
Robbinsdale Park & Recreation
Barb Whitmore
Minneapolis Camp Fire
Facilitator
MEMBERSHIP
Greg Herzog
Northwest YMCA
Linda Kemper
ISD 281, Community Education
Pat Nelson
ISD 279, Community Education
Merrilee Riley
ISD 281 School Board
Joy Robb
City of Robbinsdale
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: June 14, 1991
TO: Blair Tremere, Director of Planning & Community
Development
FROM: Helen LaFave, Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE CALL
We received an anonymous call on the 24 -Hour Customer Service
Line on June 11. While the call was anonymous, the caller points
out several public safety items which merit investigation. The
caller claims that IN , renovated
the northeast office complex without the involvement of any
building inspectors. He cites several examples to back up his
claim. He said that the renovation does not have sprinklers or
heat detectors. He also said that they used 1/2" plywood sheet
rock, rather than 5/8" and that 2x4" studs were used, rather than
aluminum studs.
I would like to discuss how to handle this call, given the fact
that it is anonymous, but also concerns some potential public
safety problems and liability to the city.
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: June 27, 1991
TO: Blair Tremere, Community Development Director
FROM: Joe Ryan, Building Official•
SUBJECT: Investigation of Anonymous Complaint at
As per your memo of June 17, 1991, Building Inspector Alan Mitchell conducted
a site inspection of the property today and verified that work was done
without issuance of a required building permit by our office. The work in
question involved the construction of two partition walls which form a
separation between two office spaces.
Alan spoke with the plant manager, provided him with a correction notice and
advised him of the need to make application for a building permit. Alan was
not able to confirm the type of materials which were used as part of the wall
assembly, as the construction has been completed.
On June 26, 1991 submitted a building permit application to our
office. Upon issuance of the permit we will conduct the proper inspections to
insure compliance with the building code.
I will continue the follow-up on this matter and will keep you up to date as
to our progress.
Please see me should you have any further questions.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE
June 20, 1991
PROBLEM: Vacant lot at bottom of hill just north of Turtle Lake
Park has high weeds.
SOLUTION: Wants weeds cut.
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: June 21, 1991
TO: Glen Upton, Weed Inspector
FROM: Helen LaFave \`Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE CALL
I received a call from on
the 24 -Hour Customer Service Line on June 20 concerning high
weeds on the vacant lot at the bottom of the hill, just north of
Turtle Lake Park. He would like these weeds cut. Please
investigate this matter and advise me of action taken on this by
Monday, June 28 so that I may note it in my customer service line
log.
Thanks.
HL:kec
cc: James G. Willis, City Manager, G
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June 24, 1991
ANONYMOUS
PROBLEM: Property at is a health
hazard. The owners have trash, debris, and lumber
with nails stored in the back of the property. The
caller notes that children live at the property and he
is concerned that one of them may be hurt. He also
points out that the debris and lumber, etc., is not
visible from the street, but only if one gets into the
back of the property. The property has been this way
for a couple of years.
SOLUTION: Have a CSO inspect the property and take appropriate
action.
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: June 24, 1991
TO: Steve Correll, Support Services Supervisor
FROM: Helen LaFave, Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE CALL
I received an anonymous call on the 24 -Hour Customer Service Line
on June 24 concerning a health hazard at
The owners reportedly have trash, debris, and lumber with nails
stored in the back of the property. Caller notes that children
live at the property and he is concerned that one of them may be
hurt. He also pointed out that the debris and lumber, etc., is
not visible from the street, but only if one gets into the back
of the property. He noted the property has been this way for a
couple of years.
Would you please have the Community Service Officers inspect the
property and take appropriate action.
Please advise me of action taken on this matter by July 1, 1991.
Thanks.
HL:kec
cc: James G. Willis, City Manager
S.F. 7/1/91
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: June 26, 1991
TO: Joe Ryan, Building Official
FROM: Helen LaFavek�Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: CUSTOMER COMMENT CARD
We received the attached customer comment card at the front
counter. The customer reports that he was very pleased with
service provided by Plans Examiner Glenn McLearen. Please share
this card with Glenn.
Thanks.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PUBLIC SERVICE COUNTERS CUSTOMER COMMENT CARD
We value your opinion about the service you receive at the Public Service
Counters! Please complete this card and drop it in a Customer Comment Box.
Date }��� Time.
With which department(s) did you deal �jUI Id ) p\f
Name of person you saw () j
Did you have an appointment? Yes No Ll
Was service prompt? YesAZ No Was service courteous? Yes, No
Is there information you still require? / v d PL
How could we serve you better?
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Your name would be appreciated; however, if you should prefer to remain
anonymous, we still value your observations.
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UN 91
Address_ k Phone,` '—��
Douglas G. Harrison
4315 Goldenrod Lane North
Plymouth, MN 55442-2764
Fax: (612) 550-0728
June 24, 1991
Chief of Police
Plymouth Police Department
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Chief of Police,
On the night of June 23, 1991 at approximately 2245 hours,
Officer Baloun assisted me in moving my stalled vehicle (a white
Chevrolet Cavalier, license number 920 FIN) from County Road 9
into a nearby parking lot. His assistance was very much appreci-
ated since I have a knee injury which made pushing my car out of
the heavy traffic a most painful and slow process. I wish to
thank Officer Baloun for his assistance in my time of need.
I would also like to express my appreciation for the out-
standing job the department is doing in patrolling County Road 9
and city streets throughout Plymouth. I know you are especially
alert to speeders and intoxicated drivers, as evidenced by the
frequent pull -overs. Thanks for helping to keep our streets safe.
Sincerely,
Douglas/'G. Harrison
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City of Golden Valley
June 25, 1991
Richard Carlquist, Chief
Plymouth Police Department
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Chief Carlquist:
Over the course of the last several months, I have had the
opportunity to work with Dan Twaddle on the Northwest Metro
Drug Task Force. I congratulate him on his promotion to
Sergeant, but I am sorry to see him leave the task force.
His work as a narcotics officer has been outstanding. He
has developed good cases, his reports have been thorough and
timely, and he has shown good judgement in arrests and
seizures.
More importantly, however, has been his work within the
unit. He has often taken a leadership role in the
operation. His contribution to group decisions, his desire
to develop unity and team spirit, and his ability to
coordinate and manage operations have contributed more to
productivity than any of the cases. One example of this was
a case earlier this spring when he coordinated three
simultaneous search warrants involving over twenty officers
from six departments. He scheduled all of the personnel,
handled all of the briefings, and managed the entire
operaton safely and efficiently. When we spoke about this
case later, he told me that he felt that the involvement and
enthusiasm of so many officers from so many departments was
as important as the cases themselves. This is one of the
primary goals of the task force, and I was impressed by his
insights and priorities. Many of the qualities I have
mentioned here have obviously been noted by you, as
evidenced by Dan's promotion.
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Government Center, 7800 Golden Valley Road, Golden Valley, Minnesota 55427
(612) 593-8000 Fax (612) 593-8109
June 25, 1991
Richard Carlquist, Chief
Plymouth Police Department
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
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Please convey my appreciation to Dan for his wo
performed in an outstanding manner, and he has
his department well. He is to be commended for
Sincerely,
Rob J. Shellum, Captain
Police Administrative Division
Department of Public Safety
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rk. He has
represented
his work.
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June 21, 1991
Mr. Kim Bergman
Mayor of Pippouth
?400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, Mn. 55447
Dear Mr. Bergman:
1—lots.
It was brought to my attention, by Mr. Jim Hartmann, that the
Coiincil is still working on the property owned by the Carlson
Company. I think it would be unwise to make a race track our
of a road going through a residential area.
The areas that provide closed roadway are so many.in Plymouth.
They do present problems as well a provide protection to the
people and children in these areas. It must cost Plymouth more
to shovel snow in the winter. It presents problems to delivery
vehicles. Most of all, it must present a large problem to the
police anC fire men who have to taste time getting to the addresses
they are called to.
It is sad that Plymouth mushroomed up, and the people who knew
the Past history of the community wasn't allowed to lay out roads
and �Dlot the area to a greater advantage. I live a few blocks
away from the area in cuestion at the pres ent time; but feel
what the persons living in the immediate area feel . One day you
have a peaceful place to live and the next thing you know you are
living next to a highway. There will be many trucks using this
pass along with a lot of persons out on shopping trips or going to
work. I am sending my comments for what it is worth to the
council and yourself.
Y o qzc tr� 1
Ivadell Farr'211s
Ivadell Farrells
1155 Kingsview Ln. N.
Minneapolis, HA. 55x47
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June 21, 1991
Mr. David Briggs
5260 Yorktown Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
SUBJECT: ZACHARY LANE IMPROVEMENTS
Dear Mr. Briggs:
It was nice to meet you at the City Council meeting. At the
meeting you asked to be kept up-to-date on any improvement
contemplated to Zachary Lane. Zachary Lane will ultimately be a
four -lane roadway. The project is presently scheduled for 1993.
It is possible that that schedule could change based upon future
City Council action.
Your best bet for staying up-to-date with this project is by
monitoring the monthly Plymouth News and reading the Plymouth
Sailor newspaper. Cable television and attendance of local town
meetings are other means of staying up-to-date with local
government activities.
The City Council will be discussing the 1991-1995 Capital
Improvement Program (CIP) on July 8. Since the Zachary Lane
project is part of the CIP you may wish to attend. Final action
on the Capital Improvement Plan would be expected later this
year.
As a final effort to keep you informed, I am conveying a copy of
this letter to the Engineering Division with the request that a
note be placed in the file. To be certain, however, I recommend
that you use the methods I have recommended above. Please
contact me at/550-5013 if you have any questions.
Since 1 ,
I
Frank B y e
Assist City Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
WALL STREET JOURNAL
JUNE 13, 1991
Elderly Are Loath to Sell the Family Homestead
As families grow older, they often find
that their wealth consists mainly of their
house. Some of the elderly find this a sim-
ple problem: They sell the house and move
into an apartment or otherwise cut down
their investment in housing. They wind up
with money that they can invest in the
market or simply the cash to enjoy their
fives.
But there are problems. Many people
have grown accustomed to their houses,
their friends, their old neighborhoods.
They don't want to move.
A couple of decades ago, some social
scientists decided that there was a solution
to such problems—so-called reverse mort-
gages. The elderly could go down to their
local banks and arrange to, in effect, draw
out part of their housing equity to finance
a trip to Europe, to buy a new Porsche or,
more prosaically, to send a grandson to
college. And they could go on living right
where they were the rest of their lives.
The trouble is that, so far, the elderly
aren't interested.
Some researchers decided that the trou-
ble might be that the process really wasn't
simple. A great deal of paper work was in-
volved, and there were tax considerations
to figure out. But Gary Burtless of the
Brookings Institution, who has studied the
matter, says experiments were run to cut
down the complications and, up to now, the
elderly haven't wanted to have anything to
do with such things.
But the Federal Housing Administration
isn't giving up. It is expanding a pilot pro-
gram that will allow homeowners aged 62
or older to convert the equity in their
homes into either cash or monthly pay-
ments. The loans don't have to be repaid
during the lifetime of the homeowner, un-
less the property is no longer occupied as a
primary residence.
Perhaps this plan will prove popular.
But Steven F. Venti of Dartmouth and Da-
vid A. Wise of the Kennedy School of Gov-
ernment at Harvard in a study (National
Bureau of Economic Research Reprint No.
1474) conclude that the elderly for the most
part are fairly happy with their finances.
"Were all the elderly to choose optimal
housing equity, given their existing cir-
cumstances, there would be little change in
housing wealth on average," they write.
That conclusion is based on data from
the Retirement History Survey, a venture
organized by the Social Security Adminis-
tration and conducted by the Bureau of the
Census. The survey covered families
headed by people between the ages of 58
and 63 in 1969. The families were inter-
viewed every two years between 1969 and
1979. Then the survey was dropped, appar-
ently partly because of concerns about pri-
vacy, concerns that hadn't been so com-
mon in 1969.
Why do the elderly like things just the
way they are?
One problem is that older homeowners
may want to keep the home in the family.
Their heirs may be expecting to inherit
the place—if not to live in, at least as part
of their parents' estate. But the elderly
using a reverse mortgage may have used
Speaking of Business
By Lindley H. Clark Jr.
up all or most of the equity before their
deaths. Their heirs can still keep the
house, but only by paying off the mort-
gage.
The elderly, of course, are diverse.
Some of them do sell their houses to cash
in their equity, but the Venti-Wise study
suggests that such homeowners are rela-
tively few. About 8% of the Retirement
History Survey families moved in a two-
year period. The percentage can rise
sharply, to about 15%, if there are shocks,
such as retirement or a change in marital
status.
Tax considerations can keep an older
family from selling. If an elderly family
has lived in a house for 30 or 40 years, the
capital gains tax can be very large. Our
friendly federal government has provided
a one-time exemption of $125,000 of gain
for homeowners 55 years old or older.
Even in the troubled housing market of the
past year or so, $125,000 doesn't buy a lot
of house in many areas. And even if the
exemption is adequate, the homeowner
must remember that this is a one-time af-
fair. If the move turns out to be a mistake,
the next time there will be no exemp-
tion.
There are other reasons why most el-
derly homeowners have no interest in with-
drawing the equity in their homes, either
by getting a reverse mortgage or by sell-
ing the house.
The Venti-Wise study notes that most of
the elderly simply have no great need for
liquidity: Their incomes generally are
higher than those of older homeowners in
earlier decades, and their needs have di-
minished.
There are, of course, some elderly
homeowners with low incomes and high
housing equity. These are the families that
can see an advantage in selling their
houses or arranging reverse mortgages.
But there also are households with high in-
comes and low housing equity. These are
the families that buy second homes or
build larger ones.
Surprisingly enough, even the low-in-
come, high -equity families, when they
choose to adjust, make only modest reduc-
tions in housing equity. And these reduc-
tions are more than offset by the increases
in housing equity arranged by other fami-
lies, particularly those with high incomes
and low housing wealth.
There is an option for homeowners who
don't like the changes involved in selling a
house or arranging a reverse mortgages—
but do need some extra cash. They can in
effect use their housing equity as security
for a "home equity loan," something that
used to be called a second mortgage.
Lenders love them, particularly after
all the troubles they've had with regular
mortgages in recent years. They are, how-
ever, being careful. The house is security
for the loan, but lenders don't want to ab-
sorb any more real estate than they al-
ready have.
But elderly borrowers will be careful,
too. After all, the attraction of a home eq-
uity loan is it allows them to keep their
houses. As Mr. Burtless of Brookings put
it, "They want to die in place."
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June 21, 1991
CITU OF
Carol Williams PLYMOUTH+
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities
183 University Avenue East
St. Paul, MN 55101
Dear Carol:
The following Council and staff members from the City of Plymouth
would like to apply for the AMM Committees indicated:
Metropolitan Agencies Committee Carole J. Helliwell (557-1530)
Councilmember
Metro Goverance Study Task Force Blair Tremere, (550-5054)
Director of Community
Development
Municipal Revenues Committee
Housing and Economic Development
Transportation Committee
General Legislation Committee
James G. Willis (550-5011)
City Manager
Blair Tremere, (550-5054)
Director of Community
Development
Frank Boyles, (550-5013)
Assistant City Manager
Frank Boyles, (550-5013)
Assistant City Manager
I have indicated phone numbers after each name. All individuals
receive mail at: 3400 Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth, MN 55447. If
you have any questions, please call me at 550-5014.
Thank you,
Laurie Rauenhorst
City Clerk
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Saint Therese Home, Inc.
Care Center - Residence
8000-8008 Bass Lake Road, Minneapolis, MN 55428
(612) 537-4503 FAX (612) 537-2054
June 11, 1991
Mr. Blair Tremere
Development Director
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55497
Dear Mr. Tremere:
JUN 17 1991
ITNEW HOPE
Mr. John Duffy from Duffy Development Company has asked that I send you a letter stating what
we are proposing for the eastern 12,400 sq. ft. of the Schiebe's Shopping Center.
First I would like to tell you who St. Therese Home, Inc., is. St. Therese Home, Inc. is a 302 bed
non-profit Catholic Nursing Home with 220 attached apartment units. We have approximately 550
elderly residents living on our campus, which is located at 8000 Bass Lake Road in New Hope,
Minnesota. Our primary service area is the northern part of Hennepin County. Residents also
come from other parts of the Metropolitan area, the State as well as other States within the U.S.
We employee over 500 part-time and full-time employees.
The Minnesota Department of Human Services has the total responsibility of determining rates for
our Nursing Home. They also determine what cost they will reimburse the Nursing Home for.
The State of Minnesota also has been suffering from cash short falls thereby, putting pressure on
the State Department to reduce expenditures. Given these constraints St. Therese became well
aware that we must raise funds from other sources to make the necessary improvements to
continue providing the quality care expected from us. One area that is available to us is Lawful
Gambling. St. Therese Home and St. Benedict's Center, a nursing home from St. Cloud,
Minnesota, opened a bingo hall in February, 1988 located in Brooklyn Park. The hall became an
immediate success. We currently have another partner, St. Gerard's Church located in Brooklyn
Park, who along with the two nursing homes operates Carousel Bingo holding 13 bingo sessions
per week. We also sell pull tabs and provide an opportunity to purchase pop, hot dogs, etc. from
our concession area. If you wish to contact the City of Brooklyn Park in regards to our
relationship with them, you may contact Al Erickson at 424-8000.
"Dedicated to the Care of the Aging"
A Voluntary, Non -Profit, Gift Supported Corporation ►�
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Mr. Blair Tremere
June 11, 1991
Page 2.
Our proposal for the Schiebe's Shopping Center is to duplicate the bingo hall we help operate in
Brooklyn Park. The eastern 12,400 square ft. would be renovated to provide a seating capacity of
approximately 500 bingo players. We would sell pull tabs along with providing concessions for
our customers. There would be no alcohol served at the site. We anticipate to employ
approximately 75 concession sales, callers, and other various personnel. The hours of operation
will consist of normal daily retail hours with the potential of later evening operations (11:00 p.m.
to 1:00 am.) on designated weekends and specific holidays. The site plans to attract an average of
approximately 200 patrons each session, which is expected to enhance the commerce of the
adjacent business.
It is anticipated that the following improvements will be made to the site:
A) The location will be the eastern 12,400 sq. ft. of the center.
B) Slightly less than half the parking lot would be resurfaced and re -stripped.
C) Some improvements would be made to the pylon sign and a small amount of landscaping
would be used to dress -up a new entry way.
D) Some roofing repair is expected.
E) Inside, the former grocery store space would be fitted with new ceiling tiles, new flooring
and wall covering, and painting, where applicable.
F) A new mechanical system is anticipated.
G) The floor plan would be slightly modified to include storage rooms, adequate restroom
facility, office space and a concession area.
It is anticipated that these improvements will greatly enhance the aesthetics of the center as well as
improving its' financial picture.
We look forward to a discussion of these improvements at your earliest convenience.
Should you have questions, please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
1enneth J. Gallus
Administrator
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June 20, 1991
Mr. Kenneth J. Gallus
Administrator
St. Therese Home, Inc.
8000-8008 Bass Lake Rd.
New Hope, MN 55428
CIN OF
PLYMOUTFF
Dear Mr. Gallus:
I have reviewed your letter of June 11, 1991 which you submitted in response
to my direction to Mr. John Duffy. I asked for information that would assist
us in determining whether your proposed use of a bingo hall is allowed by the
Plymouth Zoning Ordinance. The proposal is to locate a bingo hall in the east
portion of the Plymouth (Schiebe's) Shopping Center.
I have included a number of materials from the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance for
your review and for your information relative to the findings I have been able
to make at this point:
1. The Zoning Ordinance provides for "commercial recreation" in the B-2
Zoning District which includes this property. It is not clear from the
ordinance that "commercial recreation" would include a bingo hall.
The Zoning Ordinance provides for the determination of substantially
similar uses whereby any landowner may request that the City Council
determine that a use not included by the ordinance is substantially
similar to a use that is classified as permitted, conditional or accessory
in the district in which the property is located.
2. The property owner, or an agent designated in writing by the owner, should
therefore consider an application for a determination of substantially
similar use to those contemplated by the ordinance as "commercial
recreation" as conditional uses in the B-2 Zoning District. The ordinance
requires that the item be considered by the Planning Commission which is
advisory to the City Council.
The ordinance provides that, if the City Council so determines, the
ordinance is modified to reflect the use.
3. You may subsequently apply, with the written consent of the owner, for a
Conditional Use Permit if the City Council does determine that a bingo
hall is a substantially similar use.
4. A Conditional Use Permit application must include a Site Plan that
indicates existing conditions and any proposed new conditions. This
property has been the subject of some redevelopment considerations in the
last couple of years and I recall that the owner has obtained surveys and
other plan materials reflecting the current conditions of the site. Thus,
it would be appropriate to consult with the owner about the preparation of
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUI H. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
the necessary Site Plan required by the ordinance. Again, this is not
necessary until such time that the City Council has determined that a
bingo hall is in fact a substantially similar use to those listed as
"commercial recreation" by the ordinance.
5. The information in your letter indicates that, based upon your proposed
seating, substantial parking dedicated to this use will be required. The
Zoning Ordinance parking standards do not specifically contemplate bingo
halls. I will require that research regarding the parking requirements
for bingo halls simultaneously with the review of the request to establish
substantially similar use status. I do not conclude that ordinance
standards for retail space would apply to a bingo hall where the key
character of the use is seating. It is possible that a bingo hall can be
demonstrated to require special parking because of its unique nature.
Information you may have regarding bingo hall parking requirements as
enforced by other cities would be helpful.
The parking capacity of this particular center, within current ordinance
standards, will also be reviewed and the owner must also account for all
the other space in the shopping center as well as the propiosed bingo hall.
We recognize that there is substantial property available but much of it
is not improved for parking and circulation at this time. The degree to
which such improvements would be necessary would be a function of the Site
Plan review.
Thus, if you wish to pursue this at this location, an application, supported
by a appropriate data describing the facility and the prescribed fee for a
Zoning Ordinance Textual Amendment (currently $130.00) should be submitted.
We will review that data with you and submit it to the Planning Commission for
their consideration before a recommendation is sent to the City Council.
Thank you for your letter.
Sincerely,
,___
Blair Tremere
Community Development Director
Enclosures
cc: James G. Willis, City Manager
Chuck Dillerud, Community Development Coordinator
(pl/bt/gallus:jw)
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Marsha and Robert Videen
1151 Kingsview Lane No.
Plymouth, MN 55447
June 25, 1991
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Plymouth City Council
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Councilmember:
Re: Planning Commission recommendations regarding 1) the County
Waste Transfer Station and 2)a: the completion of Fernbrook
over the Luce Line and, b: the Carlson property reguiding.
We understand the Council will be voting at the July 1st meeting on
the above recommendations from the Planning Commission that are of
interest to us. We support the Planning Commission's anticipated
recommendation to deny the conditional use permit for the Waste
Transfer Station, to reguide Fernbrook to not cross the Luce Line
and to allow the plan for 30 single family homes on the Carlson
property.
The County Waste Transfer Station is not an appropriate facility so
close to residential property. Neither the existing Brooklyn Park
facility nor the original Hopkins site has residential
neighborhoods in such close proximity. The use of the County
Road 6 site violates the Plymouth conditional use permit standards
that require that such conditional use permit not be injurious to
other property in the area or diminish/impair property values and
not be detrimental to public. . .comfort. We don't think the
county can say with certainty that property values will not be
adversely affected, given that the facility and garbage truck
traffic will be visible from many residences and to many more like
us every time we and our guests come and go from our homes. We
know our comfort will be affected. If you have any doubts, imagine
your home with a window on the area.
The County estimates one-way trips to the site by waste collection
vehicles and transfer trailers at 100-175 per day, or 200-350
including return from site. That is the equivalent of one trip
every 2-4 minutes by a garbage truck all day long over the 14 hours
the facility would be open. Not appropriate so near residential
property! The County needs to find a site in a more appropriate
heavy industry or undeveloped area. We think it is not reasonable
for Hennepin County to expect Plymouth to approve this facility
because they bowed to special interest groups near the more logical
site in Hopkins.
continued. . .
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With regard to the proposals to reguide the Carlson Property and
not connect Fernbrook across the Luce Line, we support the Planning
Caar-imission's anticipated recommendation for these changes. The
proposal approved at the June 12th planning meeting for reguiding
the Carlson property to include 30 single-family homes and a strip
of land for visual easement along the freeway is appropriate for
the existing neighborhood.
Changing the City's guideplan to not complete Fernbrook across the
Luce Line is also appropriate. The destruction of the existing
natural areas would be unforunate environmentally and the work
would also be disproportionately expensive. Also, most residents
of the neighborhoods that would be connected prefer not to have the
high traffic levels that would result from putting Fernbrook
through._
Thank you for considering this as you prepare to vote on these
issues.
Sincerely,
Marsha and Robert Videen
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MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55401
(612) 341-2886
June 27, 1991
Charles E. Dillerud
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Dillerud,
I am writing to request that we be sent back to the Planning
Commission. or that our appearance before the City Council
scheduled on July 1, 1991 be tabled until the next meeting.
Our intention would be to take the direction of the Planning
Commission and meet with the Neighborhood Group to see if we
could work something out that is acceptable to them and the
city and then bring the amended solution to the Planning
Commission.
Please review and advise.
Si cere1y,
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Baton Corporation
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Mr. Randolph M. Zejdlik
Baton Corporation
331 - 2nd Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Dear Mr. Zejdlik:
I am responding to your letter of June 27 addressed to
Mr. Dillerud regarding your request that your application be sent
back to the Planning Commission, or that your appearance before
the City Council scheduled on July 1 be tabled.
As I indicated to you in my telephone conversation of June 26,
this matter is scheduled for the City Council meetimg on July I.
Your application has been pending for a long period of time. The
Planning Commission has recently considered the application and
has made its recommendations. It believe it is appropriate for
the City Council to act upon your application and the
recommendations of the Planning Commission. You could request
that the Council refer your application back to the Planning
Commission, although that will not be the recommendation of the
city staff.
If you are interested in working with the neighborhood to develop
a plan that is acceptable to them, it would be my suggestion that
your current application be withdrawn. That action would "clear
the decks" and provide all parties with a fresh slate upon which
to build a new plan.
Yours truly,
J es G. Willis
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cc: Chuck Dillerud, Community Development Coordinator
Blair Tremere, Director of Planning & Community Development
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
June 26, 1991
John Ehlen
3255 Rosewood Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
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PLYMOUTR
SUBJECT: LACK OF POLICE RESPONSIVENESS TO NEIGHBORHOOD BURGLARIES
Dear Mr. Ehlen:
Community Relations Officer Darrel Anderson spoke with me this
morning concerning the neighborhood meeting he held last night in
Heritage Ridge.
I am now more fully aware of the feelings of you and your
neighbors. Recently, I did have one of my staff look into a
complaint by Mr. Braufman. Darrel Anderson stated that he found
out more about that this complaint at your meeting, as well as
another complaint about lack of police responsiveness to yet
another burglary. We are investigating this latest complaint.
I am not going to make any excuses for unsatisfactory performance
by members of our Department. Even though there is something
called "police cynicism" that develops during an officers career,
we are fully aware of its implications. Thus, we can and should
be on guard against this form of negativism!
Whether the perceptions of you and any of your neighbors are
correct is irrelevant at this point. I am from the school that
teaches perception is reality!
Numerous police studies have been done concerning police
attitudes toward communication situations. Those situations that
are rated the most difficult by police officers are, in order of
ranking: 1) calming an unruly crowd; 2) talking to an angry
motorist who is receiving a citation; and, 3) questioning a
victim. I am not sure why questioning a victim is perceived with
such difficulty in the national police surveys that I have read.
Your guess is as good as mine. Whatever the case, we do focus
some of our training dollars on police/citizen interactions.
I had previously scheduled an update on interviewing for our
officers this fall. One of the primary objectives for this
training was sensitivity recognition when dealing with the
general public. The constructive criticism offered by your group
will be helpful to us in tailoring our training in a more
specific way, i.e. the victim of a crime.
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Mr. John Ehlen
June 26, 1991
Page 2
Please take the liberty of sharing this letter with others in
your neighborhood. Thank you for providing the forum for us to
address your individual and collective needs. Criticism of our
services is encouraged - painful, but a source of growth for our
commitment to excellence.
Please accept my apology for the less than normal service. I
sincerely hope that any future contact that you have with the
Plymouth Police Department will be in a much better vein!
Sincerely,/
Richard J. Carl uist
Public Safety Director
Plymouth Police Department
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cc: James G. Willis - City Manager
Lt. Dennis Paulson
Darrel Anderson - Community Relations Officer
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Schmidt Lake Improvement Association
c/o William E. Goins, President
4635 Hemlock Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
612-559-9613
June 25, 1991
Eric Blank
Director of Parks & Recreation
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Eric,
As we have discussed, the Schmidt Lake Improvement Association has been
researching the subject of Eurasian Milfoil with the help of the DNR and Lake
Restoration. As shown on the attached map, we are infested along the entire
shoreline and throughout the north bay of the lake.
Our plan includes immediate action under the professional direction of Lake
Restoration as they treat the lake with Sonar (technical product fluridone). The
treatment will control Eurasian Milfoil at a total cost of $6,790.00. Our plan
is to share costs with the city of Plymouth, state of Minnesota (DNR) and Schmidt
Lake Improvement Association.
As we discussed, we would like the city to share costs in the 33 - 40% range of
the total cost. This request is made on the basis of city shoreline (Larch Lane
and Schmidt Lake Park), the potential impact on Bass Lake if Milfoil is allowed
to flow through the outlet and the potential impact on the city tax base if this
problem is not controlled immediately.
Please let me know if additional information is required and I appreciate your
concern regarding this matter.
Sincerely,
William E. Goins
President
Schmidt Lake Improvement Association
Encl.
CC: Kim M. Bergman, Mayor
Carole Helliwell, City Council
Lloyd Ricker, City Council
Maria Vasiliou, City Council
Bob Zitur, City Council
Jim Willis, City Manager
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June 26, 1991
4401 Xylon Avenue North New Hope, Minnesota 55428 Phone: 533-1521
Lee Canning
Vice President
Minnesota Suburban Publications
8801 Bass Lake Road
New Hope, MN 55428
Re: Free Distribution of Post News
Dear Mr. Canning:
I just received your letter of June 24, 1991 announcing the free
distribution of the Post News to our communities. I have also had
conversations with a staff person from your company and was
informed that the free distribution only pertains to single family
homes. The point of my letter is to protest your company's
decision to not distribute the Post News to City residents who live
in multi -family housing.
The City of New Hope has over 8,000 household units in the City.
34% of those households are located in multi -family buildings.
Over one-third of the households in the City are being denied free
access to the Post News.
I personally feel that your policy is very discriminatory and is a
policy based purely on economics. I also believe your policy
borders on discrimination based on age, race, and sex. Most of the
people living in those multi -family housing have population
characteristics that are much different than the population living
in single family homes. I am surmising that the demographics of the
apartment dwellers in the northwest area does not meet your
economic profile to attract the necessary advertisers. I am also
surmising that your decision is a strictly business one and has
nothing to do with meeting the needs of the community, its
residents, or the people in general. That being the case, let's
not kid ourselves, do away with the banner "Post News". It is an
advertising circular and little else.
My personal recommendation is to leave the Post News circulation
policy as it is or provide distribution to all residents in our
northwest area. If your policy is to proceed with the targeted
free distribution then I will recommend to my City Council and City
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June 26, 1991
residents that they actively work against the implementation of
this program. Also, the City of New Hope spends a significant
amount of money every year in legal ads. If you persist with the
targeted distribution, I will have no choice but to seek
alternatives for the "official" newspaper for the City of New Hope.
As you can see, I am very upset and do not plan to leave this issue
alone. I would like to recommend that you or the appropriate
people in your company meet with community leaders and city
officials to discuss your plan and seek alternatives to this
discriminatory practice your are about to commence.
Sincerely,
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Daniel Donahue
City Manager
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Crystal
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HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
RIDGEDALE DRIVE AT PLYMOUTH ROAD
HENNEPIN 12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, Minnesota 55343-5648
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June 27, 1991
Jim Willis
Plymouth City Manager
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Willis,
Council members Carole Helliwell and Lloyd Ricker asked to be informed of the next
Library Board meeting date and location; the Library Board selected Thursday, August 1 at
4:00 p.m. at the Edina Community Library, 4701 West 50th Street, Edina.
Sincerely,
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Oobe'rt H. Rohlf,
Director
HENNEPIN COUNTY
an equal opportunity employer
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