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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
January 31, 1991
RECYCLING CASH DRAWING
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Next Week: $800
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS....
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR FEBRUARY:
FEBRUARY 4 5:30 P.M. Meeting with BRW
representatives. Council
will review revised public
works building estimates
which BRW has prepared with
staff input. City Council
conference room.
6:30 P.M. Council Executive Session.
Closed session to discuss
police officer labor
mediation. City Council
conference room.
7:00 P.M. Regular Council Meeting
City Council Chambers
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FEBRUARY 11 7:00 P.M. Town Meeting - Area 4
City Council Chambers
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FEBRUARY 25 6:30 P.M. Plymouth Forum
7:00 P.M. Special Council Meeting
City Council Chambers
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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2. FINANCIAL TASK FORCE -- Wednesday, February 6, 4:00 P.M.
The Financial Task Force will meet in the City Council
conference room.
3. PLYMOUTH FIRE & ICE FESTIVAL, -- Saturday, February 2,
Parkers Lake Park. A listing of scheduled and ongoing
events for the festival is attached. (M-3)
4. MEETING CALENDARS -- Meeting calendars for February and
March are attached. (M-4)
5. TARGET GREATLAND TOUR -- The Target Greatland tour has
been tentatively scheduled for 10 a.m., Tuesday, February
26. We can carpool from City Center if the Council would
like. Please let me know if this date and time are
convenient in order that I can confirm the tour with
Target representatives.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. CONTINGENCY CUTBACK PLAN -- At the February 25 meeting I
will be supplying the City Council with my
recommendations for responding to the cuts in HACA aid
which the Governor has heretofore announced.
2. WAYZATA SCHOOL DISTRICT - SECONDARY SCHOOL FACILITY TASK
FORCE -- Superintendent David Landswerk of the Wayzata
School District has informed me that the District has
established a task force to examine the need for
additional secondary school facilities. A previous
planning document prepared the District and shared with
the Council, has indicated that the District is going to
need an additional junior high school and/or senior high
school by mid -1990's. The task force has scheduled
meetings as follows:
1. Monday, February 4, 7 to 9 p.m., Wayzata Senior
High School.
2. Thursday, February 21, 7 to 9 p.m., Wayzata East
Junior High School.
3. Monday, March 4, 7 to 9 p.m., Wayzata West Junior
High School.
4. If needed, Monday, March 18, 7 to 9 p.m., a
location yet to be determined.
3. HENNEPIN COUNTY RESPONSE - SITE DONATION DATA -- Attached
is a letter from David Cramer, Hennepin County Library
offices, responding to our request for information on
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January 31, 1991
Page 3
library site donations by other Hennepin County
municipalities. (I-3)
4. LEAGUE OF PLYMOUTH VOTERS -- A copy of the League of
Plymouth Voters', "Suggested Guidelines for Distributing
the Petition" is attached. (I-4)
5. NORTHERN STATES POWER (NSP) COMPANY - REQUEST FOR RATE
INCREASE -- NSP has informed us that they have requested
the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission to authorize an
8.1% increase in electric rates for their retail electric
customers. The total increase would amount to $98.2
million. The Council will recall that a rate request a
year ago by NSP was denied by the PUC. The last increase
was in January 1988. A copy of their letter is attached
for your information. (I-5)
6. REGIONAL TRANSIT BOARD CUTBACKS -- Regional Transit Board
representatives have advised me that they are seeking to
cut $3,580,000 in expenses during calendar year 1991.
Attached for City Council information is a memorandum
supplied to the Regional Transit Board by their Executive
Director, Greg Andrews. The attachment to that
memorandum provides a summary of proposed 1991 budget
reductions.
The Board is seeking a total of $239,800 in expenditure
reductions from Opt Out communities. This constitutes
about four percent of the expenditures for all opt out
communities. By comparison, the MTC regular route
reductions will be $1.6 million of $64 million in total
expenditures or 2.5 percent. The Plymouth Metrolink
budget will be reduced by $24,556. This will require
that the City eliminate Saturday and Sunday Dial -A -Ride
service which, according to the RTB, has been the reason
that the Dial -A -Ride service has not met its farebox
recovery ratio of 15 percent for 1990. Our recovery
ratio has been 13.4 percent for 1990. In addition to
this service cutback, our marketing budget has been cut
by one-half.
Some Opt Out communities are contending that the RTB has
no legal basis for reducing opt out budgets. I have
asked to receive the legal opinion they have requested on
this issue. A meeting of Opt Out communities and RTB
officials is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Thursday, February
7 at the RTB offices. (I-6)
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7. BID OPENING - NORTHWEST TRUNK SANITARY SEWER PHASE II --
Attached is report from Dan Faulkner on the January 29
bid opening for the Phase II portion of the proposed
Northwest Trunk Sanitary Sewer project. Bids were
received from 16 contractors. The low bidder was
Northdale Construction at $507,627 which is substantially
below the revised engineer's estimate of $820,000. The
contract specifications for the project allow the City 50
days from the bid date before contract award must be
made. This would give the City until March 18, 1991 to
award this bid. (I-7)
8. LIQUOR LICENSE RENEWAL -- The City Council previously
renewed the off -sale intoxicating liquor license of Bass
Lake Bottle Shop, Inc., 11540 County Road 10, with the
condition that delinquent property taxes against the
parcel be paid by January 31, 1991. On January 28, the
City Clerk received proof of payment in full and the
license has been issued.
9. DEVELOPMENT SIGNAGE -- On Friday, February 1, a
development sign will be installed at the northeast
corner of 51st Avenue North and Highway 169. Greenland
Investment Company is requesting approval of a
Conditional Use Permit for wholesale showrooms in an
existing building. (91004) This request will be heard
by the Planning Commission at their February 13 meeting.
10. HRA YEAR-END REPORTS -- The following year-end status
reports are attached:
a. Section 8 Rent Assistance Program.
b. Housing Rehabilitation Program.
c. Senior Citizen Housing Site.
d. Child Care Subsidy Program.
e. Community Development Block Grant Program.
f. Runaway Youth Initiative Program.
(I-10)
11. MINUTES•
a. Plymouth Forum Notes, January 28, 1991. (I-lla)
b. Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit, January 14,
1991. (I -11b)
c. Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission, December
12, 1990. (I -11c)
d. District 281 Government Advisory Council, January 16,
1991. (I-lld)
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January 31, 1991
Page 5
12. APPOINTMENT ROSTER -- Attached is a revised City Council
appointment roster. Appointments to the Elm Creek
Technical Advisory Commission and Task Force have been
added. (I-12)
13. CITY ATTORNEY MONTHLY SUMMARY -- The December client
summary is attached. (I-13)
14. TOWN MEETING RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORMS -- Staff responses
to resident feedback forms from the January 22 Town
Meeting are attached. (I-14)
15. CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE -- Documentation on a call received
on the Customer Service Line is attached. (I-15)
16. WASTE TRANSFER STATION -- The status report on Hennepin
County's application for a Waste Transfer Station is
attached. (I-16)
17. BZ CORRESPONDENCE -- I have received the following
correspondence on Plymouth employees:
a. Letter of appreciation to Plymouth Police Department
from Jane Nadeau, 2925 Pilgrim Lane No. Police
Officers involved in assisting Ms. Nadeau include John
Sigfrinius and Paul Johnson. (I -17a)
b. Letter of appreciation to Plymouth Police Department
from Richard Reeves, 17035 13th Avenue No. Police
Officers assisting Mr. Reeves were Mary Nelson and
John Stirratt. (I -17b)
18. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Pat Murphy, Union City Mission, from Pat
Katzmarek, Mission Area Representative, requesting a
meeting with Union City Mission Board representatives,
Dick Carlquist, and the Mission Area representatives.
(I -18a)
b. Letter of appreciation from LaDonna Hoy, Interfaith
Outreach & Community Partners, for City's funding
support in the amount of $5,000. (I -18b)
c. Letter to Pam Brian, Y.E.S. Advisor, Wayzata Senior
High School, from Frank Boyles, advising of the
Council's approval of the "Clean and Restore Our
Environment" Program. (I -18c)
d. Letter of commendation to Plymouth resident from
Director of Public Safety, for assistance in reporting
a suspicious occurrence in an underground apartment
garage. ( I -18d)
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January 31, 1991
Page 6
e. Letters sent to firms submitting proposals
acquisition specialist advising of Council
complete an independent fee appraisal for
Plymouth library site. (I -18e)
James G. Willis
City Manager
for land
action to
the proposed
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Fire & Ice Festival
PARKERS LAKE PARK, CO. RD. 6 & NIAGARA LN.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2
SCHEDULED EVENTS:
ON-GOING EVENTS:
9:00 a.m.
Men's Softball Tournament
*
Ice Carving Demo
11:00
Registration for Novice Skating
*
Hayrides
Races
*
Bonfire
12:00
Novice Skating Races Begin
*
Concessions
2:15
Minnetonka Figure Skating Club
*
Ice Miniature Golf
Demonstrations
*
Hockey Goal Shooting
2:30
Ice Fishing Contest (until 4:30)
*
Dog Sled Demo
2:30
Wayzata East Jr. High Madrigal
Singers
3:00
Perfect Chaos Kite Show
3:30
String Band
3:30
Zuhrah Funsters (until 6:30)
4:30
Wayzata West Jr. High Madrigal
Singers
6:45 -**
Fireworks
This event is co-sponsored by: The Plymouth Civic League, Bill Schmitt -Counselor Realty, Everything
for the Office, First Bank Plymouth, Forster's Farm Meat Market, Foursome Clothing Stores, Minnetonka
Figure Skating Club, Minnetonka/Plymouth Rotary Club, Norwest Bank Plymouth, Plymouth Lions, Plymouth
Optimists, Plymouth Place Hotel, Plymouth Police, Plymouth Women of Today, PYA Monarch, Rainbow
Foods, Scanticon Executive Conference Center and Hotel, Switch -It Interchangeable Skate System,
Wayzata Senior High YES (Youth Extending Service) and Plymouth Parks and Recreation.
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL PLYMOUTH PARKS AND RECREATION, 550-5130•
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28 January 1991
HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
RIDGEDALE DRIVE AT PLYMOUTH ROAD
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, Minnesota 55343-5648
( 612) 541-8530
Mr, Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Frank:
This letter Is In response to your 24 January 1991 letter requesting Information on municipalities which
donated properly to, or worked with HCL in providing sites and/or facllilies. Some of the site specific
information you requested is not available. And while circumstances vary, I will summarize several areas of
cooperation.
The City of Crystal donated the site for the Rockford Road Library. It is a 3 acre site which has a 15,000
square foot library building on it.
The City of Champlin recently agreed to provide a new library site at a considerably reduced cost (waving
all past and future assessments, etc.) to accommodate the growth and changes taking place in Champlin.
The City owned the site, and HCL will pay them $7600 for a site valued at $186,000. It is a 1,5 acre site.
The Excelsior, Wayzata, and Osseo buildings share their premises with city offices. They were designed
to incorporate library facillties. In other instances of cooperation, we pay $1.001year rent at St. Bonifacius
and Osseo.
In a related situation Dayton's offered land to NCL free of charge, for a site for the Southdale t-ibrary.
However, it was subsequently decided that the site the offered would not suit library needs.
This inlormation should give you an idea of the level of cooperation which we have had with a number of
municipalities. We are looking forward to working with you on this project, and will be glad to answer
additional questions if necessary.
Sincerely,
David R. Cramer
Director, Administrative Services
HENNEPIN COUNTY
an equal opportunity employer
M.• A
LEAGUE OF PLYMOUTH VOTERS
Suggested Guidelines for Distributing the Petition:
1. Quickly and simply identify who you are and what the League
of Plymouth Voters is (i.e. the League is a non-partisan, broad-
based group of concerned Plymouth voters who are outraged at the
conduct of certain members of our city government).
MARE IT KNOWN AT THE OUTSET THAT YOU ARE NOT SEEKING MONEY.
2. Explain why you are there (i.e. that you would like this
person's assistance in simply signing a petition - nothing more).
3. Briefly explain in common sense terms what the petition is
(e.g. this is a petition which seeks to restore our right to vote
in the November 5, 1991 city election).
Main point• Make sure to explain that certain members of the
city council have taken it upon themselves to summarily extend
their terms of office without allowing the voters to have any say
on the issue.
4. If you meet with some resistance, provide the person with a
copy of recent newspaper articles documenting the irrational
conduct of certain city council members. (Note: it might be
helpful at this point to inform the person you are talking with
that it is the same three city council members (Zitur, Ricker,
and Helliwell) who are in favor of building the $12 million
community center and who have now voted to extend their terms of
office another year.]
MAKE IT VERY CLEAR THAT THIS CONDUCT IS AGAINST THE OVERWHELMING
WEIGHT OF OPINION OF PLYMOUTH TAXPAYERS/VOTERS AND THIS PETITION
IS THE FIRST STEP IN RESTORING OUR VOICE IN CITY GOVERNMENT.
5. If further resistance is met and/or the person indicates
he/she does not want to sign the petition, thank that person for
their time and leave promptly. Do not attempt to argue with the
person or make any other type of comment.
6. If the person wants to sign the petition, MAKE SURE TO
ASCERTAIN THAT THIS PERSON IS A REGISTERED VOTER IN THE CITY OF
PLYMOUTH (i.e. did this person vote in either the 1989 or 1990
elections). If so, have the person print their name, address and
phone number on the petition, followed by their signature.
Remember: only the individual voter can sign the petition,
husbands can't sign for their wives, vice versa, etc. However,
if both a husband and wife is home at the time the petition is
presented, then each person can sign their name to the petition
if a registered voter!
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7. If the person displays enthusiastic interest or support in
the petition or what the League of Plymouth Voters is doing,
provide them with a membership/mailing list application and
invite them to our next meeting.
IMPORTANT REMINDER: You are the official emissary of the League
of Plymouth Voters in your designated area and your conduct in
obtaining signatures will reflect upon the entire group. Make
sure that you display the highest level of civility and class in
dealing with the public.
January 29, 1991
Mr. James Willis, Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear James:
Northern States Power Company
Brooklyn Center Area
4501 68th Avenue North
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota 55429-1798
Telephone (612) 569-0200
JAN 34
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Not many businesses like informing customers of price increases
and Northern States Power Company is no different. We have
worked hard to avoid increasing the cost of providing you
service and reliability you know and deserve. But cost controls
and budget cutting can do only so much.
On January 28, 1991, NSP filed a request with the Minnesota
Public Utilities Commission for an 8.1 percent increase,or $98.2
million, in electric rates for our retail electric customers.
The proposed 8.1 percent increase compares favorably to an
overall inflation increase (Customer Price Index) of about 15
percent since our last authorized increase in January, 1988.
When inflation is considered, the "real" price of electricity
continues to fall.
We wouldn't be asking for an increase if we didn't believe
strongly that we need it to:
- Maintain safe, reliable service to our customers
- Continue environmental leadership
- Provide for future energy needs
- Cover increasing operating costs
- Maintain a fair return to shareholders
While we are never happy to raise prices to our customers, we
are fortunate that we could do so and still maintain prices that
are among the lowest in the region and around the nation.
Mr. Willis
Page Two
January 29, 1991
I am asking you to please relay this information to your City
staff, and to the City Council, so they will be informed in the
event they are questioned about this increase request.
If you would like additional information from NSP regarding this
rate increase, ways we can help you control energy costs, or any
other matter, please fill out and return the bottom portion of
this letter to me. I will contact you in the near future.
As always, I would appreciate hearing from you regarding this
matter.
Sincerely,
Larry Benson
Community Services Manager
NORTHERN STATES POWER COMPANY
Brooklyn Center Area Office
Name & Community:
Please contact me regarding:
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REGIONAL. TRANSIT BOARD
Mears Park Centre
230 East Rtth Street, St. Paul, Minnesota s5101
612/292-6789
DATE: January 25. 1997
TO: - Chairman and Members of the Regional Transit Board
FROM: Gregory L. Ad
Executive Di r
SUBJECT: Proposed 1997 Budget Reductions
The purpose of this memorandum Is to summarize a list of expense reductions to the
budget adopted by the Board On December 3. 1990. The recent state budget
balancing proposals earmarked by the Governor for the Rib demand that we look
closely at our work programs. The proposed reduction and the board action relating to
the 1991 MTC budget are listed below.
General Fund (State) $600=0 Z �0` n
HACA aid (State) $1A15=1'-
18
Board action (MTC Budget) $1,565= g D�o
$3,580A00
I have directed each manager to review their work program and propose expense
reductions aimed at minimizing impact on transit services. Since transit service
expenses represent 96; of RTB expenditures and the state reductions are directed
toward t hose programs, a significant portion of the reductions are in those funds.
Nevertheless, I feel it is important that the RM general fund should share in the reduction.
Therefore, I am proposing the attached reductions in 1991 work programs in
cccordance with the following general principles.-
Staffing
rinciples:
Staffing levels will be frozen at the 1990 level of 39 full-time employees.
• Consultant services will be closely reviewed for direct relation to improving the
cost effectiveness of existing programs.
• Travel will be significantly reduced to only those trips for purposes of obtaining
funding or fulfilling legal mandates.
• Regarding transit service programs. we are proposing that:
- No new services or expansions of existing service will be implemented
during 1991 with RT8 funding.
No increases in administrative staff complements Int 1991 wili be funded.
1991 Budget Reductions
January 25, 1991
Page 2
Reimbursement will be disallowed for administrative expenses that are not
directly related to service provision or may be dupiicative'of RTB activities.
Provider bonus Incentlye pgymentt, where npplirnbio, will b* d4continuod.
Plans for professional and technical services will not proceed without prior
review and approval by the RTB.
Non-essential marketing expenses will be cut.
- Immediate corrective action will be required for any fixed routes or general
public dial -a -ride services that do not meet RTB performance standards as
specified in the Rve-Year Transit Pion.
- Fore structure and pricing levels will be reviewed to evaluate polentiol
revenue trains In all programs.
The total of the expenditure reductions are attached to this memo. I view these
reductions as a direct response only to the 1991 budget. Any further adjustments will
very likely result after the Legislature sets funding levels for the 192-93 biennium,
We loom forward to discussing these proposals at the board retreat on January 25, 1991.
Regional Transit Board
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SUMMARY OF PROPOSED 1991 BUDGET REDUCTIONS
91-04 Tronsp, Ping, PrOCesS
91-10 E & D Transit
Plonning
91-11 RidJcshare &
TDM Ping
Interns
Travel
Interpr./Transt.
NO CHANGE PROPOSED
440 hours 0 hours
S 2000 $1X0
$15,CC70 $ 7,500
To to/ E & D Transit Ping
Interns 440 hours 0 hours
Travel S 3,000 $I=
Total R/S & TDM Ping.
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Pmoosed
Potential
Savings
Staffing Complement
New Positions
Planner 1
$31,653 s0
-$31,653
—Contracts Analyst
$30,858 s0
-S30,858
—Cleric Typist
521,712 SD
-$21,712
--Interns
$53.900 $0
-553.900
Total Staffing
$138,123
91-:"1 Policy Mgt.
Per Diems
$50,(.X10 540.000
-$10XW
Travel
$60= 540.000
-Smmo
Prof. & Tech.
$80= $60A00
.$20,=
TOtol Policy Mgt.
$50,000
91-02 Exec. Director
Travel
$13,000 $9=
-$4XM
Prof. & Tech,
$60= S50=
-$10.000
TOtol Exec. Director
$14,000
91-.03 Ping. & Pgms.
Clerk/Typist
558 hours 0 hours
-558 hrs.
Administration
Travel
$12,000 SSA00
.$7CX'lcl
Total P& P Admin.
$7;000
91-04 Tronsp, Ping, PrOCesS
91-10 E & D Transit
Plonning
91-11 RidJcshare &
TDM Ping
Interns
Travel
Interpr./Transt.
NO CHANGE PROPOSED
440 hours 0 hours
S 2000 $1X0
$15,CC70 $ 7,500
To to/ E & D Transit Ping
Interns 440 hours 0 hours
Travel S 3,000 $I=
Total R/S & TDM Ping.
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SUMMARY OF PROPOSED 1991 BUDGET REDUCnONS
--CONTINUED– '
Potential
91-13 Tronsit system
Improvement
Interns
Planner I
2080 hours
0 hours
-2,080 hrs.
Travel
2080 hours
0 Hours
-2A80 hrs.
Prof & Tech,
$1 1=
S 0
-$11.500
--Mkt. Research
$25,000
S25=0
_0
--Transit Hubs
$40,000
$0
.$q M0
--New Concepts
$25A00
S0�
Tota! Trans.
System Impr. $76,500
91-14 Transit Programs
Admin. & Eval.
Interns
Travel
960 hours
0 hours
-960 hrs.
Prof. & Tech,
$12M0
$ 0
-$12.500
--Program dev,/
tech, wkshps.
S25,000
S 5A00
-520,000
--Consumer Rsch.
$100,0
S0
-S10Q000
--Operations review/
perf, audits
$200,000
S 200,000
-0-
Printing & Publish.
S18,000
S 18=
-0-
Provider Expense
--Regular route
MTC
Ott)er
$63,796217
$62220217
-$1.576.000 -
--Rural
S2214,982
$1,114,132
S2,088,232
$1,107,132
-S 126,750
-S7=
–Small Urban
–Opt
$328.385
S32b.760
-$1,625
-Metro Mobility
16D14240
]5000
$5,774A40
-$239,800
--Rideshare
$5614.926
$518,928
-$2
Total Trans, Programs
$2,,849,675
91-15 Administration
Travel
VZW
-S 1'000
Prof. &Tech.
=
$ 0
-S2000
Occupancy
5226=
8203.2(6
-s23=
Miscellaneous
88,750
$1750
Total Administration
533000
91-16 Finonce
Contracts Analyst
2,080 hours
0 hours
-2.080 hrs.
Travel
Prof. & Tech.
85,500
$2200
$500
-S5,000
SO
-S22W
Total Fioonce
$72Q0
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SUMMARY OF PROPOSED 1991 BUDG9T REDUCnONS
--CONTINUED--
Lo
w ed li�m
Orin td Propmed
Potential
SQvlQUS
91-17
Personnel
Travel
$2,000 $0
-52,000
Miscellaneous
$23.000 S8AOp
-$15,000
Total Personnel
$17,000
91-19
Public Info.
Travel
$5,000 Si,20D
-S3=
Office
Prof. & Tech.
$148,000 $111,500
-$36.500
Printing & Publish.
$61,500 S37=
-523,700
Miscellaneous
$10A00 $7950
-$2.450
Total Public Info. Office
$66A50
91-20
Agency
Travel
S251000 $10,000
-S15
CapJtal
Total Agency Capital
$15,000
91-23
LRT Planning &
Interns
1,200 hours 0 hours
-1,200 hrs.
Coordination
Travel
$9,500 $4,500
-$5.000
Prof. & Tech.
--Pub. Info/
Relations
550 000 $25,000
-$25.000
--Other LRT
analysis
SIM= $25=
-V
Total LRT Ping. & Coord_
$105,000
91-26
New Services
Interns
240 hours 0 hours
-240 hrs.
Implementation
Prof. & Tech.
--Dev., Impl. &
Evol of New Svcs.
$40,000 $0
-S40,000
Printing & Publish.
$15,000 S15,000
-0-
Provider Expense
$1,242,771 $1,069,771
Total New Service Impl.
$263,000
GRAND TOTAL
$3,652,448
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: January 31, 1991
TO: 4aniel
red G. Moore, Director of Public Works
FROM: L. Faulkner, City Engineer
SUBJECT: BID OPENING
NORTHWEST TRUNK SANITARY SEWER PHASE II
CITY PROJECT NO. 014
On January 29, 1991, bids were received from 16 contractors for the Phase
II portion of the proposed Northwest Trunk Sanitary Sewer project. The
low bidder was Northdale Construction at $507,627 which is substantially
below the revised engineer's estimate of $820,000 for the Phase II portion
of this project.
The Feasibility Report prepared in May, 1990, estimated the total
construction cost for the entire Northwest Trunk Sanitary Sewer at
$1,557,600. In comparing this estimated cost to the Phase I bid awarded
January 28, of $287,319 plus the Phase II bid just received of $507,627,
the total cost is $794,946 which is 49`6 below the Feasibility Report
estimate. As you can see, both the Phase I and Phase II bids are very low
bids indicating the contractors are in need of work. Hopefully, we will
be able to take advantage of the very low Phase II bid. The contract
specifications for the Phase II work allow the City to have 50 days from
the bid date before contract award must be made. This would give the City
until March 18, 1991 to be able to award this bid. The low bidder,
Northdale Construction is currently doing work for the City under City
Project 948, Vinewood Lane/Northwest Boulevard and I would recommend
awarding this bid to them.
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cc: James G. Willis
DATE:
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
January 16, 1991 For HRA Meeting of January 28, 1991
James G. Willis, Executive Director
Milt Dale, Housing Specialist through Blair Tremere, Community
Development Director
YEAR-END STATUS REPORT ON THE SECTION 8 RENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Now in the 14th year of the Section 8 Rent Assistance Program, Plymouth is
able to provide rent subsidy money for a maximum of 87 certificate holders
under the present Annual Contributions Contract (ACC) with HUD. This ACC is
scheduled to terminate on June 30, 1992. (I will be contacting HUD in March
regarding a new ACC. Last year HUD contacted us several months late.)
Statistically, some of the program's 1990 accomplishments/occurrences are as
follows:
1. A total of 104 different household units have been assisted over the
past year. This is a decrease of 7 household units over 1989. This
indicates a more normal turnover of Section 8 certificates to new
persons during the past year.
2. A total of 15 householders left the Section 8 Program in 1990. This
compares with 24 who left in 1989. Reasons for leaving were as follows:
Failed to provide verification 1
Transferred to another HRA 1
Married 1
Voluntarily left 6
Income too high 2
Moved to other subsidized housing 2
Ineligible 1
Went to prison 1
3. In December 1989, the average rent subsidy payment made for each
household was $351 per month. In December 1990, the average rent
subsidy payment made by the Plymouth HRA was $367 per month. This is an
increase of $16 per month over a year's time. The year before the
increase was $4.
(see next page)
Year.-End Status Rep4rt,on the Section 8 Rent Assistance Program
Page Two
4. Section 8 renters are now renting in 13 of the 31 apartment/condominium
complexes in Plymouth. One Section 8 renter is in a private home, two
are in duplexes, and two are in rental condominiums.
I am continuing to draw on applications received last year, during June 1990
when we took approximately 85 two bedroom applications in one month.
I have been maintaining a log of persons calling, inquiring about our
Section 8 Program for several years. Each person receives a "packet" which
includes a form letter explaining Plymouth's Section 8 Program and waiting
period; a list of other subsidized housing in the Twin Cities Metropolitan
area; and a copy of a current Housing Newsletter (a monthly publication of
the Metropolitan HRA). I have received about 300 inquiries during the last
year.
Attached are two letters from a current Section 8 tenant who formerly
experienced domestic abuse. Unfortunately I don't hear often enough from
persons on the program who care to share what Section 8 assistance means in
providing them with a "head start."
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Letter to City of Plymouth (City Manager) Dated 12/26/90
2. Letter to Milt Dale Dated 12/26/90
3. Memorandum on Portability
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
January 23, 1991
Blair Tremere, Director of Planning
FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Specialist
SUBJECT: PORTABILITY OF SECTION 8 CERTIFICATES AND VOUCHERS IN THE TWIN
CITIES METRO AREA FOR SEVERAL PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES (FROM
JULY 1, 1990 THROUGH FEBRUARY 1, 1991 UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE)
Listed below are the Twin Cities Metro Area Housing Authorities involved with
Section 8 portability and number of Section 8 certificate/voucher holders who
have moved into or out of their jurisdiction:
MOVED IN MOVED OUT
1.
St. Paul PHA
92
40
2.
St. Louis Park NRA
22
3
3.
Plymouth HRA
2
4
4.
Bloomington HRA
13
3
5.
Scott County HRA
1
6
6.
So. St. Paul HRA
22
20
7.
Richfield HRA
15
15
(through 12/1/90)
8.
Metro HRA
96
132
9.
Minneapolis PHA
47
17
10.
Dakota County HRA
60
60
TOTOALS
370
300
Note: Some PHA's "absorb" a certificate or voucher transfer thereby not
counting it for portability purposes. This accounts partially for the
inequity between move -ins and move -outs.
I have also conferred with Jan Hogan, Section 8 Administrator for Metro HRA,
Beth Reeth with Dakota County, and with staff persons involved with Section 8
Certificate transfers for Bloomington, St. Louis Park and Scott County. All
agree there are many problems especially to do with billing to still work out.
There is some discussion at HUD's level that portability may next be
statewide. So far, Plymouth has not been greatly impacted one way or the
other.
(hra/bt/md.1-23:lr)
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: January 16, 1991 For HRA Meeting of January 28, 1991
TO: James G. Willis, Executive Director
FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Specialist through Blair Tremere, Community
Development Director
SUBJECT: YEAR-END STATUS REPORT ON THE HOUSING REHABILITATION PROGRAM
Along with the Section 8 Rent Assistance Program, the Housing Rehabilitation
Program has been one of the House Authority's and City's major efforts since
1976. Some of the statistics relating to this program are as follows:
1. A total of five homeowners applied for assistance and were assisted
during 1990. This is down four from 1989. (Often work for homeowners
started in one year lap over into the next, resulting now in 8 active
homeowner clients at this point in time.)
2. The major work projects performed during 1990 were as follows:
Work Project Number of Homes
a. Gutters and downspouts 2
b. Re -roofs 2
c. Furnaces 2
d. Door replacement 1
e. Flooring and carpeting 1
f. Window replacement 1
g. Insulation 1
h. Siding replacement 1
i. Tree removal 1
j. Interior painting 1
k. Exterior painting 1
1. Water pump replacement 1
m. Concrete work 1
n. Foundation wall repair 1
o. Electrical 1
p. Sewer hook-up 1
q. Furnaces 2
(see next page)
Z: %a
Year -End Status Report on the Housing Rehabilitation Program
Page-Two--
3.
age Two -.
3. Characteristics of the five homeowners are as follows:
a. Widow (living alone) 3
b. Single woman with children 2
This program has assisted approximately 125 homeowners over the past 14
years. There is every indication the demand and need for this program will
continue into the future, despite some recent slowdown. Within the last
month, I have received two new applications and two requests for
applications. Two of the new applicants are eligible, and work will likely
begin early this spring.
This is most often a very satisfying program to administer, and most
homeowners are very appreciative and express their thanks freely.
(hra/md/rehab.1-28:dl)
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: January 16, 1991 For HRA Meeting of January 28, 1991
TO: James G. Willis, Executive Director
FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Specialist through Blair Tremere, Community
Development Director
SUBJECT: YEAR-END STATUS REPORT ON THE SENIOR CITIZEN HOUSING SITE
Last year the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA) began the
process to initiate development of senior citizen housing on the City's
Downtown site. Some of the year's highlights were:
1. In April the Executive Director of the Dakota County HRA appraised
Commissioners of that County's development process and eventual
construction of a subsidized senior housing complex in Lakeville.
2. In the summer a financial feasibility study was done by Ehlers and
Associates.
3. On November 5, 1990 the Plymouth City Council passed Resolution No. 90-
747 authorizing the Mayor and City Manager to acquire the Downtown site.
This action paves the way to purchase the site, if necessary, thereby
lifting the federal grant constraints that have impeded the site's
development.
4. At its November 28 meeting Commissioners recommended that the City
Council approve a maximum levy of $347,000 to facilitate development of
senior citizen housing on the Downtown site.
5. The Plymouth City Council, at its budget hearing on December 11, 1990,
approved the HRA special levy of $347,000 as part of Resolution No. 90-
808.
The City Council has also approved funding for a senior citizen housing
needs survey. A request for proposal has been developed, and City staff is
anticipating proposals to be returned in February 1991.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. City Council Minutes of 11/5/90 Regarding Senior Citizen Housing Site
2. Resolution No. 90-808
(hra/md/sr.1-28:1 r)
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November 5, 1990
Page 456
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell,
seconded by Councilmember Zitur, to approve this
recommendation.
Motion carried, five ayes.
y
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded RESOLUTION 90-746
by Mayor Bergman, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 90-746 APPOINTMENT OF
APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR KIM M. BERGMAN TO PLYMOUTH MAYOR TO PLYMOUTH
CIVIC LEAGUE. CIVIC LEAGUE
Item *7-B
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Finance Director Hahn reported on the Third
Quarter Financial Statement. He stated that
permits for new construction are lower than last
year. He noted that permits for remodeling are
up and these type of permits can involve a
substantial amount of time to service.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Ricker, seconded
by Councilmember Zitur, to accept the report.
Motion carried, five ayes.
Manager Willis reported that the City had HRA - Senior
acquired a site for senior citizen housing Citizen Housing
through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Site and
funds. The agreement provided the City six years Development
in which to develop the site. Nothing has Item 7-D
occurred because federal funds have not been
available to assist in subsidizing the
construction and private sector development
proposals have not been able to adequately
finance construction in order that the rents can
meet federal guidelines.
Dave Crain, Chair of the Housing and
Redevelopment Authority (HRA) reviewed the staff
memorandum and stated that the HRA has concluded
it is appropriate to pursue affordable senior
citizen housing on the site and that financial
information has been developed through the City
and HRA which indicates that it is possible for
the City of Plymouth through the HRA to develop
the site. The City should purchase the site so
the federal grant constraints could be lifted and
so eventually the HRA could proceed at the
Council's direction toward senior citizen housing
development.
November 5, 1990
Page 457
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MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou, RESOLUTION 90-747
seconded by Councilmember Zitur, to adopt ACQUISITION OF
RESOLUTION NO. 90-747 AUTHORIZING MAYOR AND CITY OUTLOT A, PLYMOUTH
MANAGER TO ACQUIRE OUTLOT A, PLYMOUTH HILLS 4TH HILLS 4TH ADDITION
ADDITION. Item 7-D
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Public Safety Director Carlquist stated that the
Public Safety Building Committee is recommending
to the City Council that the architectural team
of Polson-Trossen-Wright be selected to design
the public safety building. The primary concern
which the Committee had was the "grossing factor"
used by Polson-Trossen-Wright. After additional
inquiry, they are now comfortable with the basis
for the factor used.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell,
seconded by Councilmember Zitur, to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 90-748 SELECTION OF PUBLIC SAFETY
BUILDING ARCHITECT AND CONTINUED ROLE OF PUBLIC
SAFETY COMMITTEE.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded
by Councilmember Ricker, to direct the City
Attorney to provide the Council with information
about the possibility of establishing a
moratorium on building permits in the area around
Len Busch Roses, Inc., until the lighting issue
is resolved.
Motion carried, five ayes.
Councilmember Zitur stated that County
Commissioner Tad Jude is looking for positive
support on the community library issue.
RESOLUTION 90-748
SELECTION OF
PUBLIC SAFETY
BUILDING ARCHITECT
Item 7-E
Request for
Opinion on Permit
Moratorium - Len
Busch area
Plymouth Library
Mayor Bergman stated he has asked the City List of Council
Manager for a list of City Council directions. Directives
He stated it would be helpful for the Council to
know the status of these projects underway so
they understand the load the staff is carrying.
Councilmember Vasiliou asked about the status of Storage Facilities
storage buildings at Oakwood Playfield. She at Oakwood School
'0
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a reca,lar meeting of the
City Council of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota, was held on the 10th day of
December, 1990. The following members were present: Mayor Berq=n^
OLIIG� �me_mbers He" -wel 1 . Ricker Vasi 1 i Q _ and 7,1tuS
The following members were absent: None
Councilmember Zitur introduced the following Resolution and
moved ita adoption:
RESOLUTION 90-804
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO NEGOTIATE THE PURCHASE OF A SINGLE FAMILY HOME
FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) YEAR XV SCATTERED HOUSING
SITE PROGRAM.
WHEREAS, the City Council has approved the expenditure of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds for Program Year XV to provide
homeownership assistance through the Scattered Site Housing Program; and,
WHEREAS, City staff has identified properties in the City appropriate to serve
as a resource for the Scattered Site Housing Program and recommends purchase
of one of those properties for rehabilitation and resale;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that is should and hereby does authorize the City Manager
to negotiate the purchase of a single family house for rehabilitation and for
resale to an eligible family to complete the Scattered Site Housing portion of
the Community Development Block Grant Year XV Program.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded
by Councilmember Vasiliou , and upon vote being taken thereon,
the following voted in favor thereof: .Mayor Ber;*nan Councilmembers
The following voted against or abstained None
Whereupon the Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
(res/hra/scat:jw)
r,Af �Ra. 31'91
Special Council meeLxng i.. w
December 10, 1990
,Page 508
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zi , seconded
Vaailiou, to ado ORDINANCE NO.
ORDINANCE 90-39
RELATING TO DUTIES
by Councilmember
90-39 RELATING TO PUBLIC SAFET PERTAINING TO
PUBLIC SAFETY
THE DUTIES OF PUBLIC SAFETY CTOR, AND
DIRECTOR
DI
*7-Y
AMENDING SUBSECTION 310. OF THE PLYMOUTH CITY
Item
CODE.
Motion carried a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded
RESOLUTION 90-804
by Councilmember Vasiliou, to adopt RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING
NO. 90-804 AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
A SINGLE FAMILY HOME
NEGOTIATE FOR
NEGOTIATE THE PURCHASE OF
FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
PURCHASE OF HOME
YEAR XV SCATTERED HOUSING SITE PROGRAM.
FOR CDBG SCATTERED
SITE PROGRAM
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Item *7-Z
Item 8-A was deferred for consideration to
Council Team
Building
December 17.
Item 8-A
The Council r ceived a report from the Committee Public Works
on Public Work Building Expansion. Building Expansion
Item 8-B
Councilmember Pi\he
ed it is difficult to
accept the cost of $4.8 million for the
project. He doeieve an effort has been
made to limit ththe project and to
address questionraised relating to the
growth predictioe space, and parking
formulas. He suinviting the cost of the
project to $3 mi
MOTION was made by Councilmr Ricker, seconded
e
by Councilmember Zitur, to 1 it the Public Works
building expansion project to 3 million.
Manager Willis stated concernab ut designing a
building solely by cost, rather t based on
needs.
Councilmember Ricker stated there was ome
question initially about the architect or the
project. He stated that if the architec chosen
can't do a project for $3 million; perhap the
Council should retain a new one to complete the
project at a lower cost.
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: January 16, 1991 For HRA Meeting of January 28, 1991
TO: James G. Willis, Executive Director
FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Specialist through Blair Tremere, Community
Development Director
SUBJECT: YEAR-END STATUS REPORT ON THE CHILD CARE SUBSIDY PROGRAM
The Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority (NRA) has sponsored this
program for seven years. All funds are expended for Plymouth residents
needing child care help to permit a single parent mother to attend school or
be employed. Funding over the past years has been as follows:
CDBG YEAR
FUNDING
X
7,000
XI
16,500
XII
20,000
XIII
23,674
XIV
25,000
XV
25,000
XVI
25,000
XVII
15,000
Year XVII funding of $15,000 accounts for a half year due to our new funding
year and the unspent balance anticipated from Year XVI. It is anticipated
that these funds should be utilized within the program year, as the Greater
Minneapolis Day Care Association has a waiting list of Plymouth applicants
for assistance.
Administration of this program has been handled by Hennepin County, who
processes all billing requests directly from the Greater Minneapolis Day
Care Association. We will be contacting the Greater Minneapolis Day Care
Association soon to establish service directly with us for Year XVII when
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding no longer involves the
County.
(hra/md/child.1-28:lr)
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: January 16, 1991 For HRA Meeting of January 28, 1991
TO: James G. Willis, Executive Director
FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Specialist through Blair Tremere, Community
Development Director
SUBJECT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FOR YEAR XVII, 1991
While we yet do not have the exact dollar amount for the upcoming Year XVII
CDBG Program, Cindy Behnke, our HUD field representative, has indicated that
we will be in receipt of a minimum of $175,000 about March 1 at the
earliest.
She stated our certifications, as required by HUD for a new entitlement
community, have been accepted but we will need to hold a public hearing
(probably at the February meeting) for an "Anti -Displacement Plan". This
plan basically states that the City and/or HRA will not develop housing
programs that will willfully displace persons currently living in Plymouth
but will instead make every effort to not displace people. Staff is
drafting a plan for HRA review and City Council action.
The Housing Assistance Plan was approved and details regarding transfer of
funds and program monitoring are being worked out.
(hra/md/cdbg.1-28:dl)
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: January 16, 1991 For HRA Meeting of January 28, 1991
TO: James G. Willis, Executive Director
FROM: Milt Dale, Housing Specialist through Blair Tremere, Community
Development Director
SUBJECT: YEAR-END STATUS REPORT ON RUNAWAY YOUTH INITIATIVE PROGRAM
In the spring of 1989, the Plymouth Housing and Redevelopment Authority
(HRA) recommended, and the City Council agreed, that $5,000 of Year XV
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds should be allocated to assist
in the "start-up" efforts of a Runaway Youth Initiative. This program is
being developed by Marty Hawk of Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council
(NWHHSC). Fund raising and informational meetings have been the major
thrust by NWHHSC recently.
A letter from Marty Hawk to the Plymouth City Council indicating his
appreciation of the Plymouth financial assistance is attached along with a
recent report.
All funds have been expended and the City has been fully reimbursed through
the CDBG program.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Letter from Marty Hawk Dated 12/28/90
2. Runaway Youth Initiative
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12/28/90
City Council of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Runaway Youth Initiative
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Dear Plymouth City Council Members,
Thank you for supporting the planning process of the Runaway
Youth Initiative.
Your assistance, in part, allowed for a complete and thorough
research and planning process. We have, as of today, over
$10,000 in operational funding and will be hiring staff to serve
your community within weeks.
Citizens and organizations within the city of Plymouth have been
extremely helpful. Several families from your community will be
trained and licensed for the temporary placement of youth who
need emergency short-term shelter. A number of churches are
involved with the Initiative in some capacity and we are
approaching ten of the larger businesses within Plymouth.
Presentations are being given to Plymouth public schools the week
of January 23, 1991. This grass roots support is greatly
appreciated and is critical to the effectiveness of the program.
The city and police representatives from Plymouth who have
participated in the program have been instrumental to the success
established thus far. We thank them for their input to the
process and ongoing commitment to youth.
We would like to present to the council following the
implementation of services. The committee anticipates serving
1,200 families and youth in the first year of the program. The
evaluation will be shared with the community.
Thank you for your consideration and time.
Sincerely,
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NORTHWEST HENNEPIN RUNAWAY
YOUTH INITIATIVE
General Information and Summary of Program Planning Process
1. Organization
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council
2. Project Name
RUNAWAY YOUTH INITIATIVE
3. Contact Person, address, phone number
Martin C. Hawk, Community Organizer
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Counc it
7601 Kentucky Avenue North
Brooklyn Park, MN 55428
493-2802
The following is summary of the planning process for the Runaway
Youth Initiative relative to the Plymouth CDBG funding utilized
between August 1, 1989 and May 17, 1990.
INTRODUCTION
In our community, their are increasingly fewer kids between the ages
of 16 and 24. The number of kids graduating from high school is
declining and so to are their basic academic and work skills. As the
number of high school graduates have decreased, the number of jobs
have increased. There are simply more jobs than there are employable
kids and studies indicate that this disparity is negatively impacting
all sectors in our community. Many of our youth are not setting or
reaching necessary academic goals and are therefore missing important
opportunities that could enhance their quality of life in the future.
Northwest Hennepin County currently has the highest number of
single -headed households in all of Hennepin County including
downtown Minneapolis. The fifteen cities that make our northwest
suburbs has the highest number of children between the ages of 0-14
and is the fastest growing portion of Hennepin County with nearly
300,000 which has grown 21% since 1980.
Trends and statistics such as those mentioned above are the types of
issues that put our youth at risk. The rapid growth in our area has
been accompanied by an increase in existing problems within our
schools, municipalities, and service providing agencies, and has
created an influx of unfamiliar and complex issues for our youth.
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We are working to address these and many other issues that relate to
kids who are "at risk" of slipping through the cracks and becoming a
burden on, as opposed to an asset to , our society and our northwest
communities. These youth deserve and must have alternatives when
crises occur. The Runaway Youth Initiative was developed to guide
kids and their families to effective options in an attempt to avoid
out -of- home placement.
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The Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council (NWHHSC) is a
non-profit research and planning organization that is serving as the
coordinating agency for a program called the Runaway Youth
Initiative. NWHHSC was established in 1972 to serve as the human
services planning and coordinating agency for the northwest Hennepin
County area. NWHHSC does not fund the planning process and will not
be administrating or funding the operation of the program. The
funding for planning and operation has come from the community.
The Runaway Youth Initiative is a public/private nonprofit
collaborative effort involving 53 representatives from each of the 15
cities in Northwest Hennepin County. The main purpose of the
initiative is to study issues relating to runaway youth in the
northwest suburbs and to create long-term preventive solutions to
this complex problem.
We are assisting those who, for whatever reason, most need help and
are least able to help themselves.
Runaway Youth Initiative's target
population:
-children/youth
-low income families
-minority groups
-any youth "at risk" of
becoming homeless
As a collaborative that utilizes all existing services in the area,
the Runaway Youth Initiative is an innovative and affective approach
to problem solving.
The Runaway Youth Initiative program will offer services to address
the many needs of this "at risk" population. Examples include:
-HEALTH
--Nutrition
--Chemical dependency and mental health
programs
-EDUCATION
--The Runaway Youth Initiative Staff will
have access to several programs that
address special needs, such as
"alternative schools" for disadvantaged
youth and English language classes for
minorities.
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-COMMUNITY SERVICE
--Social services to those in need of
assistance
--Crisis assistance - emergency safe
houses
--24 hour outreach counseling services,
in-home counseling
--Community development and enhancement
--Crime prevention
--Drug prevention and treatment service
and referral
The committee is now in search of operational dollars to meet a
projected budget of $185,468.
RUNAWAY YOUTH INITIATIVE
HISTORY AND GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION
Last year over 900 kids were reported as runaways in the northwest
area of Hennepin County. In the northwest suburbs, there is no
shelter or program that functions on a 24 hour basis and is designed
to serve the unique intervention needs of runaway youth and their
families.
Police, school and city officials, service providers,
and families representing the northwest cities have voiced
frustration in accessing services in downtown Minneapolis when
runaway youth and/or their families need guidance and support.
Programs in downtown Minneapolis that provide services to runaway
youth have voiced frustration in not having the resources, human or
otherwise, to effectively serve the entire 202 square mile area of
the northwest suburbs. Those in our area who have studied this
issue agree that there is a gap in services in northwest Hennepin
County.
For approximately a year, 53 representatives from all sectors and
all cities in the northwest suburbs have volunteered their time and
resources to studying issues related to runaway youth. That group
is the Runaway Youth Initiative Planning Committee.
With the assistance of the Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council, the committee secured $36,500 in planning dollars from the
community to study the problem of runaway youth in northwest
Hennepin County. The City Of Plymouth contributed $5,000 in
Community Development Block Grant funds to the planning process. The
balance of the planning process funds came from local churches,
service organizations, the State of Minnesota, and corporate sector.
The City of Plymouth funds were utilized beginning August 1, 1989
through May 17, 1990. These funds helped to support a full time
community organizer who coordinated and facilitated the Runaway Youth
Initiative Planning process via the Northwest Hennepin Human Service
Council.
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The planning process included the following main components:
A. Full planning and research committee meetings.
Full planning committee meetings were held each month with the
exception of June and July, 1989. Full planning committee meetings
focused on the discussion of area resources, national resources,
successful past service models, the needs of local police departments
and service providers, service delivery models (given target
population demographics, geographic target area, etc...), fund
raising for start up costs and ongoing operation, public awareness
and community involvement, and potential vendors for services. The
planning meetings included speakers who had expertise or experience
with respect to those topics that were covered.
B. Subcommittee meetings and focus groups.
Subcommittees were formed to address specific topics relating to fund
raising, community involvement, and the needs of each local
municipality. Subcommittees were comprised of representatives of
various sectors and interests who could assist in completing specific
objectives which included, for example, utilizing youth workers and
pastors from local churches to develop strategies for recruiting
temporary family placement homes from within the church community. A
similar approach was utilized in the development of a number of other
subcommittees such as the fund raising committee, in which business
leaders participated, and the committee that researched appropriate
sites for the program, which included several city officials and
members of services organizations.
C. Fund raising.
During the planning efforts relevant to this summary, the focus of
fund raising was on grass roots community support and local
foundations. Over $40,000 was raised for operation of the initiative
during this particular time period. There were also efforts to
secure funding on a Federal, State, County, and local Municipality
level. No Federal, State, or Municipality dollars were secured for
operation but after four interviews and meetings with the county, we
are optimistic that support is possible. The Federal Government
cited the fact that The Bridge For Runaway Youth receives the funds
allocated to Hennepin County for runaway youth. Although the
government understands the need for more services, additional funds
are not available to the area. The state is a potential source but
with the recent shifts in funds from adolescent services to early
childhood services, new dollars are not available.
Upon completion of our first year of service to the community, we
project that we will have sufficient evidence to prove that our
services help to treat youth in a holistic fashion and therefore
would fall into funding categories beyond outreach crises -
intervention counseling funds. Sources for funding such as the
United Way will be discussed later in the summary. We currently have
approximately $95,000 for operational purposes.
4. Public relations was a key component in our
planning during this period. Dozens of presentations were given to
local churches, municipalities, service organizations, service
providers, and school districts.
PLANNING PROCESS SUMMARY AND THE IMPLICATIONS
The full planning committee and various subcommittees interviewed
kids, families, and service providers to determine the underlying
causes of the problem.
In order to look realistically at the problem and to gather
background information on possible solutions, they studied the
infra -structure of successful runaway youth programs around the
metro area and the country. Following nearly a year of planning
meetings, subcommittees, focus groups, and community forums, the
Runaway Youth Initiative planning committee created a comprehensive,
detailed proposal for dealing with emergencies related to runaway
youth as well as a plan to offer support to "at risk" youth and
families prior to crisis as a preventive, long term approach.
The committee studied and debated views on methods of service
delivery at great length. The group listened to service providers,
police officers, school officials, county representatives, Taking
into consideration the fact that the northwest suburbs cover over 200
square miles, 285,000 people, 15 municipalities and offers an
extremely limited mass transit system; the need for, subtlties
related to, and effectiveness of immediate crisis intervention; the
average age and therefore vulnerability of the target population; and
the realities of available funds; the committee agreed that
counselors will work in the capacity of outreach crisis staff. An
outreach model was seen as the avenue of choice given the projected
need for in home counseling, the response time advantages, and the
potential for client 's needs with respect to transportation.
The studies also indicated that the best way to serve the youth is
through a 24 hour crisis intervention program in collaboration with
other youth services and a temporary family placement network.
Temporary placement families are and will continue to be recruited
from each of the fifteen cities in the northwest suburbs. During the
period relevant to this summary, approximately 15 homes were
recruited, three of which were from Plymouth. The temporary
placement sites will serve as a form of respite in some cases and a
safe house in others. The homes will also augment the 24 crises
shelter component and will allow youth, whenever possible or
appropriate, to stay in their community and in school. The program
will stress intervention, community awareness, education and when
possible and/or appropriate, family reunification. The program will
include three fulltime counselors, one part-time, a clinical
supervisor, and a program administrator.
The 24 hour hotline center will pick up the calls of youth and
families, determine the location of the crisis and dispatch a
counselor via pager and cellular phone to that location so an
assessment process can begin.
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The committee spent several months investigating potential vendors
for service delivery. A list was developed that included those
vendors that would fit the following guidelines:
-Services in some form to runaway/throwaway
or homeless youth.
-Infrastructure to absorb an outreach component
that has the potential to serve 1,200 to 1,500
families per year.
-A credible history of providing professional
family and youth counseling at a minimal cost in a
crisis intervention model format.
-Experience in providing outreach crisis services.
-Supported by the community and has a solid
funding base.
-Licensed rule #4 to provide rule #1 temporary
family placement training.
-Integrated with other similar or comparable
service providing agencies in northwest Hennepin
County.
-Provides, or has access to, emergency shelter 24
hours a day.
-Provides, or has access to, or experience managing,
a 24 hour hotline that is accessible to the northwest
suburbs.
The committee then interviewed several agencies who met the
guidelines and chose a vendor. During the period relevant to this
summary, a vendor was not chosen. In the ensuing months, it was
decided that the vendor for the Runaway Youth Initiative is the
Bridge for Runaway Youth located at 2200 Emerson Ave. S. Minneapolis,
MN. The Northwest YMCA and Northwest Family and Children's Services
are examples of other organizations who were considered.
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STAFF BACKGROUND AND EXPERIENCE
5.5 Staff - 40 plus a week
Program Administrator
Position: Administration Supervisor
Hours: 40 plus/week
Salary: $24,000-27,000
Qualifications: Bachelor of Arts degree in social work or
psychology. A minimum of a year experience in
business administration and fund raising required.
Counseling experience with youth and families
preferred. Previous staff supervision and good
organizational skills.
Job Summary: Responsible for facilitating ongoing collaborative
efforts related to the Runaway Youth Initiative program designed to
assist runaway/throwaway/homeless youth in northwest Hennepin
County. This position will staff the Runaway Youth Initiative
Advisory Committee as well as report to the NWHHSC Executive Board
and The Bridge for Runaway Youth Executive Board. The Administration
Supervisor will be responsible for sustaining the funding base for
the Runaway Youth Initiative and assuring a stable, broad, and
dynamic resource network both in terms of funding and intra -agency
collaboration within Hennepin County. The Administration Supervisor
will be responsible for all aspects of the implementation of the
program that relate to public relations, fund raisin, record
maintenance, and community collaborations.
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities: Coordinate all logistics
for Runaway Youth Initiative Advisory committee, subcommittee
meetings, community input forums, and community awareness/public
relations efforts. Collect data as needed to successfully and
efficiently complete all aspects of coordination. Give presentations
to community groups, businesses, and organizations as necessary.
Research and develop resources for accessing funds that are created
by the State and Federal government for runaway/ throwaway/homeless
youth and other related populations that may apply. Prepare and
submit proposals for obtaining available funds. Maintain and
coordinate the completion of all contractual agreement terms and
the necessary related records. Represent agency at related youth
issues meetings such as school district youth development meetings,
teen-age pregnancy task forces, chemical health school meetings,
ect... Perform related duties as required.
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1 Clinical Supervisor
Position: Runaway Youth Initiative Coordinator
Hours: 40 plus/week, 3-4 evenings per week, some weekends
Salary: $28,000
Qualifications: Master in Social Work with two years direct
counseling experience with youth and families.
Previous staff supervision and good organizational
skills.
3.5 Outreach Counselors
Position: Outreach Counselor
Hours: 40 plus/week, includes 3-4 evenings per week, weekends
and 24 hour on call.
Salary: $20,000
Qualifications: B.A. degree in social work or psychology. Two
years of counseling experience with youth and
families.
Research of programs with similar client populations and geographic
territories has directly influenced our personnel structure.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers will be utilized in the following activities:
-transportation to and from school, work,
and counseling
-training temporary placement families
-community awareness through presentations
and professional workshops (some of which
are currently underway)
-temporary family placement homes
We have and will continue to secure commitments from volunteers
through churches, corporate volunteerism programs, educational
institutions, police departments, service providers, and the United
Way.
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Approximately 1 to 2 Temporary family placement sites will be
utilized in each of the 15 suburbs. The church community has been
our major resource for potential families and we have developed a
list of nearly 40 homes to date. Several churches in Plymouth are
assisting us in recruiting homes. These homes will be licensed by
the coordinator (Masters in Social Work is required) according to
prescribed state and federal regulations. Temporary placement sites
will act as "safe houses" that can not only provide shelter, but a
stable environment that is conducive to continuing school, work, and
counseling. Family reunification is the goal of all programming but
given the high correlation between runaway/homeless youth and issues
such as abuse/neglect, immediate family reunification may not always
be appropriate or possible. The safety and all around well being of
the youth has and will continue to be the foundation of all program
development.
ADMINISTRATION
As mentioned, the Runaway Youth Initiative planning committee has
approved an agreement for the contract of numerous services with The
Bridge for Runaway Youth. The Bridge will handle the Runaway Youth
Initiative as a separate program. To insure appropriate and
effective representation in the northwest suburbs, a Runaway Youth
Initiative Advisory Committee has been developed. The Northwest
Hennepin Human Services Council will be the administrator and will
take responsibility for fiscal and legal issues, fund raising, public
relations, temporary family placement recruitment, facilitation of
the northwest Runaway Youth Initiative Advisory Committee, and
contract management. The Bridge will be responsible for the actual
programming. A local law firm has volunteered their services to
complete a contract between The Bridge and the Northwest Hennepin
Human Services Council which is now in final draft form. A
representative from the Runaway Youth Initiative Advisory Committee
will be a voting member on the Bridge Executive Board. As mentioned
in the staff responsibility outline, the Runaway Youth Initiative
will include a Program Administrator located at the Northwest
Hennepin Human Services Council who will complete the duties of the
Council according to the contract. The Clinical Supervisor will act
as an extension of the Bridge counseling team and will provide direct
service, temporary family placement home licensing, and direct the
outreach component of the Initiative.
The Bridge for Runaway Youth has established credibility as well as a
proven track record of helping thousands of youth and families. The
Runaway Youth Initiative will benefit from the Bridge's professional
infra -structure and years of experience.
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Although there will be unique and specific programming needs for the
northwest suburbs, we believe the collaboration with the Bridge is
in the best interest of the program and our communities.
Standard evaluation procedures for the Runaway Youth Initiative will
follow the exact guidelines set by The Bridge For Runaway Youth at
2200 Emerson Avenue South/Minneapolis, MN 55405/ 612-377-8800.
In addition to The Bridge's evaluation procedures, the Council will
conduct evaluations with respect to program effectiveness in the
northwest suburbs.
Examples of services to be supplied by The Bridge:
-Family Counseling
-Temporary Emergency Shelter
-Program Evaluation
-24 hour phone services/counselors
-Staff Training
-Temporary Family Placement and Training
and licensing.
-Outreach Counseling to the northwest suburbs
EXISTING SERVICES
In terms of related services that are already in existence, the
closest in northwest Hennepin County is the YMCA Detached Worker
Program. The YMCA detached worker program employees counselors who
office in district 281 schools. The four counselor's main purpose is
to provide on -sight counseling relating to issues such as self
esteem, sexuality, depression, chemical awareness, truancy, social
behavior, vocational training, and stress coping skills. Several
members of the detached worker program have been and are still
representatives on the Runaway Youth Initiative planning and
developing committee. In contrast to the detached worker program,
the Runaway Youth Initiative is designed specifically for runaway
youth and their families.
The initiative is also a 24 hour outreach service and incorporates
all other area youth and family service providers and a temporary
family placement netwoi-I... The Runaway Youth Initiative will target a
larger geographic area that includes 4.5 school districts. The YMCA
staff and the Runaway Youth Initiative planning committee believe
that the programs will compliment each other and that the
initiative will assist hundreds of kids who have no where to run.
The director for the detached worker program has been a member of the
Runaway Youth Initiative Planning Committee since its inception.
Our studies indicate that we will be serving approximately 1200 youth
and families a year.
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COLLABORATION
The Runaway Youth Initiative is collaborating with nearly every youth
and family service provider in the northwest suburbs as well as many
from outside our service area. Although our referral network is
quite extensive and therefore varies in the degree to which close
relationships exist from service to service, we are making every
effort to inform, research, and work with all local providers. We
believe such collaboration will maximize area resources, minimize
duplication, and more effectively serve youth and families. Within
this referral network there are services that deal with issues that
range from family counseling and chemical dependency, to eating
disorders and family violence. The services that we collaborate with
have a range of fees. Several are sliding scale fee services and are
able to meet the needs of a variety of socio-economic and cultural
backgrounds.
In terms of the barriers preventing young people from taking
advantage of opportunities, the Initiative is working to
incorporate an educational tracking system for runaway/homeless
youth, a network of services for medical and educational opportunity
related to sexuality issues, and a comprehensive referral
system for addressing chemical dependency issues. We work with
programs that not only provide emergency food and clothing but that
disseminate information to increase the accessibility of services to
the public and private sector.
The Initiative planning committee, and soon the initiative staff, are
working with programs such as Family Hope Services, NW Youth
Diversion, and Mercy Medical's "Youth at Risk" program, so that kids
who access our services receive practical learning experiences that
relate to relevant topics.
The Runaway Youth Initiative will offer free crisis counseling,
assessments, referral, follow-up, and ongoing counseling so as to
avoid the out -of -home placement of youth.
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TARGETED PROJECT DESIGN
Data was collected from police departments regarding the number of
runaways that were reported in the northwest area of Hennepin
County. That area includes the following: Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn
Park, Champlin, Corcoran, Crystal, Dayton, Golden Valley, Hanover,
Hassan, Maple Grove, New Hope, Osseo, Plymouth, Robbinsdale, and
Rogers.
The following numbers reflect data that was collected from 1987,
1988, and the first 6 months of 1989:
Year Total number of reported runaways
1987 823
1988 867
1989 931 (data covers first 6 months of 89)
Trends indicate a potential increase of 25% in 1990 reports.
Police departments, service providers, and school officials are quick
to point out that an unreported but significant number of kids are
throwaways.*
As mentioned, there are a number of excellent youth programs in the
northwest area of Hennepin County, none of them are designed
specifically for serving runaway youth and their families. Given the
magnitude of the problem, the unique intervention needs of kids on
the run and their families, the extensive follow up that must occur,
and the recent escalation of the problem, the community sees a need
for a program that can offer services to kids and families 24 hours a
day, seven days a week.
Police from northwest Hennepin County who are also members of the
Runaway Youth Initiative Planning Committee state they are too busy
and often not trained to assess a troubled youth's situation and
determine the next appropriate step.
* Throwaway kids are those who are not being provided food and
shelter by their parents or legal guardians.
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Legally, the police can only release runaways to parents or trained
counselors. Many parents cannot be reached and/or refuse to accept
responsibility for their kids. in addition, there is no place, with
the exception of the Bridge in downtown Minneapolis to take the kids
if shelter is needed. The Bridge is an excellent service and as
mentioned before, will be administrating the Runaway Youth
Initiative. The Bridge does serve the northwest suburbs but not in
the way of outreach services and, according to statistics, would
require the support of a program such as the Runaway Youth Initiative
in order to effectively serve the northwest suburbs. The problem is
the time needed for police to make the contact with the youth, assess
the situation as best they can, and drive the youth to the Bridge
which is over 20 miles away. Although The Bridge is an option for
police, it is most often unrealistic in terms of time and money. For
this reason, our collaboration with The Bridge is vital to all
concerned.
Representatives from our local police departments stated that they do
not have the time or the resources to effectively serve all of the
northwest suburbs. The geographic focus of the initiative
encompasses 202 square miles, 280,000 people, and, if current trends
continue, over 1000 runaway youth a year.
Some of our local school districts have a ratio of over 700 kids to
each counselor and must constantly operate by utilizing a triage
approach to helping kids. School officials expressed the need and
their support for a program that can send counselors, who are trained
in assessment, to classrooms, streets, and "hangouts" to work with
needs so valuable class time is not missed.
Members of all local police departments and school districts that
make up NW Hennepin county are involved and participate in the
Runaway Youth Initiative planning process. Although we may not have
the highest crime rate in Hennepin County, we indeed have highest
statistics in the majority of youth crimes documented in the youth
crime rate in suburban Hennepin County
A quote - f r..om Susan Carstens:,. a. h i gh.l y respected, Juven i 1 e . Special i st
from the Crystal Police Department. The concerns voiced by Ms.
Carstens point to one of the many issues that our communities are
facing with respect to Runaway/Throwaway Youth.
"There is no way to get concise statistics that will indicate the
percentage of crises relating to runaway /throwaway youth and their
families that involve chemical abuse and/or crime. Most cities in
the northwest are not equipped to access such details but the
problem is huge and the state and federal governments need to be
made aware of this suburban dilemma. I see kids all week long who
have committed crimes to further their drug or alcohol habits. We
can't enter this correlation into the computer but it occurs between
50% and 70% of all cases in which I am involved. Chemical abuse in
the family and crime and chemical abuse in our runaway/throwaway
population have a tremendous impact on this community. A program
such as the RUNAWAY YOUTH INITIATIVE would give us the ability to
divert these kids to a service that has professionally trained staff
who can deal with the entire family so that problems don't reoccur.
My job is diversion and I do what I can but the.runaway youth
problem is so difficult and complex that we are very limited. The
initiative is the kind of innovative approach that could stand as a
major foundation r,)r the face of our, as well as other
department's, diversion program. It is exactly what I need for so
many of these kids. Companionship, structure, goals, self esteem;
that is what these kids need and that is what the northwest suburbs
is missing. If the initiative can be integrated in our communities,
the chances of youth returning home after a diversion would increase
dramatically. Issues such as chemical dependency, staying off the
streets, and continuing school could be addressed as well. This
would obviously mean a great deal to our department."
The above sentiments are echoed by our local police officers, school
representatives, and service provides with whom we are working. We
have requested the presence of all the above representatives at the
Runaway Youth Initiative planning committee meetings but have also
requested the opportunity for committee members to be a part of, for
example, school district's youth development meetings, police
departments inservices, and tours of service providers facilities.
These efforts have been underway for a year and the initiative doors
have not even opened. We believe that an excellent grass roots,
community based awareness is now integrated in our cities. This
preparation will vital to the potential success of our efforts to
prevent youth crime and drug use and to return kids to the healthier
homes and lives.
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Legally,Ahe police can.only.release runaways to parents.�or trained
counselors. Many parents cannot be reached and/orrefuse to accept
responsibility for their kids. In addition, there is no place, with
the exception of the Bridge in downtown Minneapolis to take the kids
if shelter is needed. The Bridge is an excellent service and as
mentioned before, will be administrating the Runaway Youth
Initiative. The Bridge does serve the northwest suburbs but not in
the way of outreach services and, according to statistics, would
require the support of a program such as the Runaway Youth
Initiative in order to effectively serve the northwest suburbs. The
problem is the time needed for police to make the contact with.the
youth, assess the situation as best they can, and drive the youth to
the Bridge which is over 20 miles away. Although The Bridge is an
option for police, it is most often unrealistic in -terms of time and
money. For this reason, our collaboration with The Bridge is vital
to all concerned.
Representatives from our local police departments stated that they
do not have the time or the resources to effectively serve all of
the northwest suburbs. The geographic focus of the initiative
encompasses 202 square miles, 280,000 people, and, if current trends
continue, over 1000 runaway youth a year.
Some of our local school districts have a ratio of over 700 kids to
each counselor and must constantly operate by utilizing a triage
approach to helping kids. School officials expressed the need and
their support for a program that can send counselors, who are
trained in assessment, to classrooms, streets, and "hangouts" to
work with kids so valuable class time is not missed.
Members of all local police departments and school districts that
make up NW Hennepin county are involved and participate in the
Runaway Youth Initiative planning process. Although we may not have
the highest crime rate in Hennepin County, we indeed have highest
statistics in the majority of youth crimes documented in the youth
crime rate in suburban Hennepin County.
Maple Grove for instance is the fastest growing city in Hennepin
County and has the highest percentage of youth crime per capita in
Hennepin County. Approximately 1/12 of all juvenile probation cases
are in northwest Hennepin County. 40% percent of all crime, adult
and juvenile, is committed by juveniles in northwest Hennepin
County. That compares to 37% in downtown Minneapolis. (Above
statistics extracted from the 1988 Hennepin County Crime Analysis
Appendix).
It has been determined that nearly 9% of all youth between the ages
of 13-18 in northwest Hennepin County have been reported as runaway
youth. Duplication of statistics is o factor in this figure but
both Federal and local research and studies indicate that the number
of unreported throwaway youth not only negates duplication but most
likely makes current estimates low. Our committee has been told by
the service providers and police that unreported cases are more
prevelant in the suburbs due to the amount of denial that can occur
in the area.
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Reaching k.i.ds before they run will mean counseling avast and'- 'i .
diverse group of youth. Some may be convinced to draw their parents
into chemical dependency family counseling while others may wish to
get out of a small time prostitution ring. The scenarios are
numerous and in no way restricted to runaway youth.
We will incorporate aspects of youth diversion and chemical
dependency outreach services within the Runaway Youth Initiative.
The diversion concept is currently being used by probation officers
and youth specialists for other issues and is proven to be extremely
effective. The program will help to spare the valuable time of our
officers, costs from out of home placement, court procedures, and
damage to the community both in monetary and social terms.
The initiative is a 24 hour service and staff can work with youth,
families, and police during times in which such services are most
needed and least available. The late evening and early morning
hours will give way to many of the more urgent and demanding cases
such as youth who are intoxicated or high, those who are involved in
prostitution and crime, and those being physically and emotionally
abused. We collaborate with services downtown as well and hope to
be cooperating with the Minneapolis Police department as the program
develops.
The Runaway Youth Initiative will have an impact on both youth crime
and drug use. Many times The Bridge or another Minneapolis service
provider will call our office and tell us of a northwest suburban
teen who ran from a northwest city and ended up in prostitution,
hooked on drugs, or committing other crimes to survive. A program
that works with young prostitutes in down Minneapolis reportedly
came into contact with over 15 northwest suburban youth in one
month.
The Runaway Youth Initiative will be here for those kids before
their naivete' and vulnerability lead them to unfamiliar
surroundings and faces. our chances of losing youth double when
they leave their community and what little support systems they may
have.
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In each step
emphasized.
results.
. EVALUAT.ION/LONG .TERM RESULTS
of program operation, the element of collaboration is
This is vital to methods of evaluation and long term
Standardized methods for evaluation will be in place and utilized
throughout the operation of the program. Examples of methods for
evaluation include the following:
1. Procedures for tracking the progress of
clients will be conducted:
-via referral services, families, and
schools on a quarterly basis.
-following a referral a 15% random
sample survey will be conducted to
determine clients current status.
Evaluations of referrals will be
conducted in conjunction with area
service providers evaluation process.
2. Follow up with temporary placement
families will be conducted:
-upon removal of a client following
a placement.
-after 6 months and one year in the
form of a general report.
-in the form of yearly training classes.
3. Quarterly and yearly case management and
program evaluation will be conducted to
determine the long term impact of the
program on the community.
The majority of evaluation procedures will be prescribed and
conducted by the Bridge for Runaway Youth but a joint effort between
the human services and The Bridge is underway. There are specific
issues unique to the suburbs that will have to be monitored and
assessed so that service delivery is effective and appropriate.
The Runaway Youth Initiative has also developed a relationship with
the State Department of Education. The SDE will be assisting staff
in implementing an educational tracking system for throwaway/
homeless youth. The system is currently being developed by SDE in
collaboration with local school districts, service providers, and
surrounding state offices.
The long-term impact of the program will affect all sectors in our
communities. Parents, kids, school districts, the church and
business communities, and police departments will all benefit from
the service. In our studies we have found that services such as the
Runaway Youth Initiative can be a factor in the reduction of
property damage, theft, family violence, and youth gang activity.
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Intervention and education can also .have -.an impact. -o.n the size. and
potential employability of our future work force which can in turn
bolster the business sector. Studies from the Minneapolis Youth
Trust indicate that fewer kids graduate from high school each year.
By working with area school districts, we can intervene, offer
appropriate support, and encourage "at risk" students to complete
their high school education thereby increasing their chances for a
secure and productive future.
AMOUNT OF REQUEST, INCLUDING WHERE OTHER FUNDS ARE BEING SOUGHT
Several parishes, service organizations, and local businesses have
pledged future support pending monthly budget reviews and/or
executive board meetings. Included are:
St. Mary of the Lake Catholic
St. Walburga's Catholic
St. Margaret Mary Catholic
Cross of Glory Lutheran Church
St. James Lutheran Church
Family Chiropractic Health Services
Robbinsdale Lions
Northwest Kiwanis
Brooklyn Park Lions
Osseo Lions
Brookdale Covenant
Trinity Covenant
Advent Lutheran Chur-ch
(four) AAL branches $600 per branch
Redeemer Covenant
Due to United Way's recently implemented Success By Six program,
many services such as The Runaway Youth Initiative will not be a top
priority for yearly allocations. The United Way has two
representatives on the Runaway Youth Initiative planning committee
who have been providing input relating to avenues for receiving some
type of United Way support.
The most realistic possibility comes from the initiative's close
relationship with The Bridge fur- Rug..+•: , Y,--i`.'i, who will be
contracted to administrate our program. Representatives from the
United Way's allocations department have advised The Bridge and our
committee as to the most effective, appropriate, and timely approach
to securing substantial support from United Way in 1992. This
process will take a number of months but we are confident the result
will be some form of ongoing funding from the United Way.
Negotiations that were initiated by Hennepin County are underway
between the Council and the Community Services Department. The
county is interested in utilizing the Initiative model to reduce the
number and cost of out -of -home placements. After several meetings
with various representatives from the affected branches within
Hennepin County, we are very optimistic that substantial funding
beginning with the 1991 fiscal year is probable.
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:.The RYI planning committee .investigates.and.utilizes :various .
community fund raising events as well.
The Initiative recently grossed nearly $20,000 at a silent auction
and benefit concert.
--Members of the Timberwolves Basketball Team have voiced interest
in volunteering their time to local youth initiatives and programs.
We have contact with the team and are attempting to secure some form
of commitment.
--Members of the initiative were informed of an effort by the
Minnesota TWINS to offer support to programs such as the RYI.
(During TWIN's home games, members of different community based
programs and initiatives are allowed to staff a concession stand and
keep the proceeds). We have made the appropriate contacts and are
currently securing a date that works for our volunteers.
In addition to the aforementioned foundations/corporations, we have
applied to 6 Federal Agencies (Several of which offer more than one
RFP), 5 State agencies, 60 local churches, 25 service organizations,
and dozens of small area businesses.
We are also working with the local banks in an effort to develop a
"joint contribution package" that, ideally, will be agreed upon by
all area financial institutions. Representatives from these
institutions feel that this is the best approach in our attempts to
gain support from our area banks.
We have received five rejection letters since the fund raising
began. Three of these letters came from service organizations that
were negatively impacted by the new tax laws on charitable
gambling. The Office of Drug Policy (ODP) rejected our proposal for
a "Youth Crime Reduction Grant." Upon contacting our liaison in
ODP, we were informed that the process had been highly competitive
and that the five $25,000 grants went to some very specific crime
prevention programs within downtown Minneapolis. We were also told
that the program was supported by the review board and that members
from that board would consult our group in efforts to apply for
dollars that will be available this summer and fall through ODP.
The Federal Government also rejected a proposal for a Federal Basic
Center Grant due to the fact that a high percentage of the funds
that Minnesota programs are eligible have been allocated to the Twin
Cities area.
The following is a list of. contributors to date..
FUNDS RAISED TO DATE (May, 1990):
Planning Process Funds:
$5,000
$8,000
$2,000
$5,000
$5,686
$5,000
$2,000
$500
General Mills Foundation
St. Gerard's Church, Brooklyn
Youth 2,000 Planning Grant -
Robbinsdale Jaycees
Community Action for Suburban
City of Plymouth, CDBG funds
City of Champlin, CDBG funds
Park
State of MN
Hennepin County
The Parish Community of St. Joseph,
New Hope
Total: $33,186 total planning dollars
Funds raised for operation of program:
$15,000 The Bush Foundation
$10,160 Benefit Concert and Silent Auction
$6,000 Dayton Hudson Foundation
$5,000 Dayton's Department Store
$5,000 St. Gerard's Church, Maple Grove
$5,000 General Mills
$5,000 Robbinsdale Jaycees
$5,000 Damark International
$5,000 Pillsbury Foundation
$5,000 Emma B. Howe Foundation
$2,000 City of Champlin
$2,000 Northern States Power
$2,000 Calvary Lutheran Church
$2,000 Tennant Company
$2.000 Church of the Sacred Heart
$1,800 Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
$1,200 Brooklyn Park VFW
$1,200 Saint Raphael's Catholic Chuurch
$1,000 Honeywell Foundation
$1,000 Osseo Fire Relief Association (OFDRA)
$1,000 Elim Lutheran (1991 - on)
$1,000 Dayton Lions
$1,000 The Parish Community of St. Joseph's
New Hope
$1,500 St. Alphonsus Catholic Church
$600 Crystal Knights
$500 First Bank System Foundation
$500 Corcoran Jaycees
$500 Crystal Elks
$500 American Legion Robbinsdale
$500 Crystal Lions
$300 Crystal VFW
$300 United Telephone System
$300 Golden Valley VFW Post, Golden Valley
$200 St. Joseph Church of the Worker
$200 Corcoran Lions
$100 Church of the Epiphany
$150 Sacred Heart Women's Guild
$150 Individual Contributions
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DESCRIPTION OF HOW PROJECT WILL BE FUNDED ON AN ONGOING. BASIS
The Runaway Youth Initiative requests that all contributions are of
a minimum of 3 to 5 years. The committee makes this request in
hopes that a long term funding base will be developed.
Organizations currently supporting the Initiative have been
receptive to a long term commitment. We also assure contributors
that they will be updated monthly until the program is in place at
which time they will be updated as requested or as prescribed by
specific guidelines.
We encourage input from all contributors and ask that, if possible,
they assist in recruiting temporary family placement homes in their
community. Many have included a description of the program in their
business, organizational, or congregational newsletters as well.
The committee has involved contributors in every aspect of the
program thus far and that approach has helped to develop a sense of
community support for and involvement in the program. We believe
i , long ,
We met w i Ll, t' , '_ed Way at the end of Jun- ±.,., ;i-!' :-r-inine what wi 1 1 be
nece , <<-y '.,) , i v: 1.ho i t support i- ';•tv; representatives
from Un i Le< 'w'eiy' s allocations department on our development
committee who have been instrumental in developing a strategy
through which the Initiative may receive substantial funding in the
future. This potential commitment is seen as necessary for the
longevity of the program and is an important aspect of our future
plans.
The potential relationship with the county is seen as an avenue for
an ongoing base of funding. We are to be notified after to final
interviews to be held in mid December and January.
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Budget History
The Runaway Youth Initiative is not in operation at this time. The
planning committee has set a goal of the summer of 1990 to begin services
to our northwest communities.
Enclosed is proof of tax exempt status and a financial statement from the
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council. NWHHSC is administrating the
planning process and is an established 501 (C)(3).
Eligibility For Charitable Contributions
The Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council is supported in part by a
joint powers agreement between the 15 cities that make up northwest
Hennepin County and therefore eligible to receive charitable
contributions as a 509 (a)(1) and a 170(b)(1)(A)(VI). This provides us
with the same opportunities and obligations as a 501(c)(3), and is only a
technicle difference due to our relationship with the municipalities.
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NOTES OF PLYMOUTH FORUM
JANUARY 28, 1991, 6:30 P.M.
1. Megan Himan, 123 South Minnetonka Avenue, Wayzata; Rachel S.
Brass, 18330 5th Avenue North, Plymouth; and Jessica
Nicholson, 2105 Garland Lane, Plymouth; stated that Ferndale
Road from County Road 6 to Wayzata Blvd. poses a safety
threat to bikers, pedestrians, and motorists. They presented
the attached report and proposal, and indicated that they
will give the same presentation to the cities of Orono and
Wayzata.
Manager Willis stated there have been discussions with the
cities of Orono and Wayzata regarding this section of roadway
over the last few years. Because Wayzata does not qualify
for municipal state aid funds, the cost of the improvements
cannot be easily divided by the cities of Plymouth, Wayzata,
and Orono for funding through the M.S.A. program. The City
of Plymouth has discussed with the City of Wayzata the
possibility of allowing Plymouth to annex the roadway in
order to fund the needed improvements from municipal state
aids. He stated the City is interested in working with
Wayzata and Orono to get this project accomplished.
2. Philip Wencl, 3900 Glacier Place, stated he is disappointed
with the Council changing the local election from odd to even
years. He also objected to funds being budgeted for City
employee salary increases and to the $50 per month vehicle
allowance for Councilmembers.
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The length of Ferndale Road stretching from Counts- Road 6 to
Wayzata Boulevard poses a constant threat to the safety of the bikers,
pedestrians, and motorists who use the road. It requires immediate
attention.
DANGERS
1. Ferndale Road is narrow, therefore not providing a sufficient lane
for bikers and pedestrians.
2. Ferndale Road is hilly, therefore making it difficult for a motorist
to see a biker or pedestrian up ahead.
3. Ferndale Road has becaome a high traffic area. It is the only exit
out of many of the neighborhoods and is frequently travelled by
bikers, pedestrians, and motorists.
4. Ferndale Road is located in a residential area, near a school
(Wayzata West Junior High), and the Luce Line. The road is
constantly used by children and others, yet there is no bike lane to
ensure their safety.
5. Lack of a bike lane also increases the risk of an accident involving
a night biker or a speeding driver.
6. Ferndale Road is in a state of disrepair, therefore making driving
more difficult and increasing the risk for bikers or pedestrians
sharing the road.
HISTORY
1. On 'november 1. 1984, a letter was written to Mayor David J.
Davenport from the Ferndale forth Homeowners Association regarding
the hazard of Ferndale Road. The letter is attached. It was
stated. "the traffic volume has increased dramatically and the
condition of the road surface, lack of a pedestrian trail, the blind
hills and no shoulders require immediate attention." As of this
time. Ferndale Road still poses a safety hazard to all involved.
2. The attached page entitled "1990 Ferndale Road Information" obtained
from the Orono Police Department indicates that Ferndale Road is a
driving hazard, thereby posing a threat to bikers and pedestrians.
No reports could be gained from the Plymouth or Wayzata Police
Departments.
3. Ferndale Road from County Road 6 to Wayzata Boulevard has been
approved as part of Plymouth's Capital Improvements Program. A
copy is attached. Ferndale Road's improvement was originally
approved for 1991, but was postponed to 1992 due to funding
constraints. While its approval demonstrates the city's awareness
of the safety hazard posed by Ferndale Raod, there is no guarantee
that the project will not be postponed once again. The proposal
also only proposes the improvement of Ferndale Road to the southern
limits of Plymouth, thereby not providing for a safe lane all the
way to the Luce Line or Wayzata West Junior High.
4. The attached petition including 122 signatures indicates that the
public is concerned with the safety of bikers and pedestrians on
Ferndale Road.
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PROPOSAL
We propose that the cities of Plymouth, Orono, and Wayzata
undertake a joint project to install a. bike lane on Ferndale Road from
County Road 6 to Wayzata Boulevard. With a joint undertaking, the
cities could avoid the cost restraints by dividing the cost 3 ways. The
cities could follow through on Ferndale Road's improvement as planned in
the Capital Improvements Program, with the exception of the added
extension to Wayzata Boulevard. In doing so, the cities would remove
many of the hazards to bikers, pedestrians, and motorists on Ferndale
Road.
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MINUTES
PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT
JANUARY 14, 1990
PRESENT: Dale Knutson, Dennis Jacobson, Janice Wilson, Nancy
Holter, Barbara Roberts, Peter Tulkki, Joe Edwards,
Jane Shaffer; representing MTC, Steve Mahowald, Steve
Jaeger, Hugh Hudson, Bruce Bakke; representing Morley
Bus Company, John Matthews, Dennis Ridley; representing
RTB, Assita Brown, and Dan Murray; representing the
City of Plymouth, Frank Boyles
I. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER 14,L 1990 MINUTES
The Committee approved the minutes as submitted.
II. REVIEW OF RIDERSHIP STATISTICS
A. Dial -A -Ride - Year -End Report
The December Dial -A -Ride statistics were reviewed
together with the year end report. On a year long basis
the total cost of $201,574.47. Fares equalled
$26,933.20, for a deficit of $174,641.27. 24,503
passengers were carried, with an average subsidy per
passenger of $7.13. This provides a recovery ratio of
13.4 percent. The RTB standard is 15 percent. The total
service hours in 1990 were 9815.9 hours. The average
number of rides per hour is 2.5, and service miles for
the year were 189,026. The average mile per passenger
was 7.71 miles.
B. Northeast Plymouth Metrolink - Year -End Report
The December Plymouth Metrolink report was provided
together with the year end report for this service. From
June through December, an average of 276 trips were
provided each day. Since this is the first year that the
service has been part of the contract, there are no
previous ridership numbers to compare to.
C. Southwest Plymouth Metrolink - Year End report
The December Plymouth Southwest Metrolink report was
provided together with the annual report. Considering
the entire year of 1990, the average daily ridership on
Plymouth Metrolink was 373 passengers. These are less
riders than reported in 1989 by Medicine Lake Lines, but
this may be due to a difference in method of calculating
transfers between Medicine Lake Lines and the
Metropolitan Transit Commission.
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III.FnrrOW UP ITEMS FROM PREVIOUS MEETINGS
A. Route 93 Vehicle- Status of Repair of 1247 and 1244 -
Steve Jaeger reported that these vehicles were reviewed
on January 8. PACT members stated that vehicle 1276 and
1240 are missing a rear top seal. PACT members asked Mr.
Jaeger to look into this problem. They did state that
the lights which have previously been burnt out, had been
fixed two days ago.
B. Installation of Locos in Front and Back of Regular Spare
Buses - Hugh Hudson reported that this had been
completed. Passengers stated that this was a great
assistance in identifying the bus downtown.
C. Stets to Improve Driver Route Familiarity by Lamination
of Cross Streets within Buses - Steve Jaeger reported
that this alternative will not work to assist in route
familiarity. No further steps would be taken in this
area as driver familiarity seems to be good except for
substitute drivers.
D. Fernbrook Route 93 - Lateness in the Evening -- Steps
have been taken to reduce the delay on the Fernbrook 91C
route returning to the park and ride lot for 5:08
service. PACT members are to keep the City advised if
5 to 10 minute delays continue.
E. Bus Overload on 93A - 5:10 P.M. -- A bus is to be added
to the 5:10 p.m. outbound for 93A as soon as possible.
F. Park and Ride Lot Usage -- There was no report on this
item.
G. 93C Double Parking on Lancaster Lane -- This problem has
been resolved.
H. Passengers Waiting in Vehicles to Stay Warm -- PACT
members said that drivers are now allowing them to stay
in the vehicles if the connection is not made promptly.
I. Reconficruration of 93C for Safety -- There were no
reported problems with this reconfiguration.
J. Dial A Ride Experiment to Serve Ridgedale -- Dennis
Ridley reported that the experiment is working
successfully and will be continued.
K. Results of 6 P.M. to 10 P.M. Dial -A -Ride Service --
Dennis Ridley reported that between Thanksgiving and
December 30, Dial -A -Ride hours were extended from 6:00
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p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The totals
rides provided over the 18 day period was 177. This
amounted to about 9.8 rides per night or 2.45 rides per
hour. Of the rides provided, about 80 percent appeared
to be work-related, 15 percent social, and 5 percent
shopping. If funding continues to be available, this may
be an area to extend service.
L. December Promotion -- Frank Boyles stated that the
promotion had been a success.
IV. IDEi:TIFICATiON OF NEW AREAS OF CONCERN OR RECOMMENDATION
NONE.
V.OTHER BUSINESS
Frank Boyles stated that the Regional Transit Board and MTC
will be working with the City of Plymouth to improve route
92. The steps that are expected to be taken will be to
review the productivity of existing service including route
times, routing pickups and drop locations. The second step
will be to survey major employers in Plymouth including
their start and finish times, locations and willingness to
assist in reverse commuter marketing with their employees.
The third step will be to work with Assita Brown and the RTB
to see what marketing steps might be taken to assist
ridership in the service. The final step will be to receive
recommendations from the MTC with respect to which changes
would best serve Plymouth employers and improve service
productivity.
Frank Boyles stated that on March 1, 1991, bus fares will be
increased by 35� per ride for cash fares, and by 5� for
convenience fares. He suggested that riders may wish to
investigate convenience fares.
The meeting adjourned at 8:33 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
Jude Anderson
3030 Harbor Lane
Plymouth. MN 55447
Phone 612`553-1144
elm creek
Watershed Management Commission
TECHNICAL ADVISOR
Hennepin Conservation District
12450 Wayzata Boulevard
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Phone 612:544-8572
Minutes
December 12, 1990
Corrected
See IV.A.
I. The regular monthly meeting of the Elm Creek Watershed Management Com-
mission was called to order at 3:05 p.m., Wednesday, December 12, 1990, at
Plymouth City Hall, Plymouth, MN, by Chairman Fred Moore.
Those present were: Todd Tuominen, Champlin; Robert Derus, Corcoran; Ken
Ashfeld, Maple Grove; Larry Elwell, Medina; Fred Moore, Plymouth; Joel
Settles and Yvette Keegan, HCD; John Barten, Hennepin Parks; Will Hart-
feldt, attorney; and Judie Anderson, Executive Secretary.
II. Ashfeld moved and Derus seconded a motion to approve the minutes of the
November 14, 1990 meeting. Motion carried.
III. Derus moved and Tuominen seconded a motion to approve the Treasurer's
Report and pay the bills. Motion carried.
IV. Reports from the District Office.
A. The District Office has developed a policy for Critical Lake
Drainage Basin Water Treatment which states: All new residential development
having a density equal to or greater than one unit per acre within a critical
lake drainage basin will treat stormwater runoff to at least the National Ur-
ban Runoff Program design criteria for wet detention ponds. HCD will include
a statement for commercial and industrial development in the policy and bring
it to the January meeting.
B. HCD has received the stream gaging and water quality monitoring
contract from USGS. Derus moved and Elwell seconded a motion to approve the
contract for 1991 in an amount totaling $17,960.00. The Commission's share
will be half of that amount. Motion carried.
V. Stream Blockages.
In his letter of December 4, Hartfeldt discussed responsibility for
flooding in the Elm Creek watershed resulting from blockage of dead trees. It
was his opinion that the Commission has an obligation to notify property
owners where the trees are located if such blockages come to the attention of
the Commission and have the potential for causing flooding. Hartfeldt will
transmit a letter to the member cities advising them of this discussion.
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VI. Correspondence.
The Commissioners received a copy of the proposed rules by the Board of
Water and Soil Resources for Metropolitan Local Water Management. The Commis-
sioners are requested to review this transmittal and to direct their comments
to Fred Moore or Gerry Butcher.
VII. Management Plan.
HCD will require an inventory of current land use and land use projec-
tions to the year 1995. They will send to each community its land use map
with a request that they update the map in anticipation of the Commission re-
vising its Management Plan. Settles will determine from BWSR how to proceed
with the required Plan revisions. HCD will present a draft of the Annual Re-
port at the February meeting.
VIII. Project Reviews.
A. 86-037 Joe Raskob, Medina. No information. A letter was mailed
to the Mayor of Medina requesting the City to help resolve this matter and
setting March 13 as the deadline for presenting a plan for removal of
material in the floodplain, with a performance deadline of June 1, 1991.
B. 87-005 Lloyd Olsen, Plymouth. No information. A letter was
mailed to the Mayor of Plymouth requesting the City to help resolve this
matter and setting March 13 as the deadline for presenting a plan for removal
of material in the floodplain, with a performance deadline of June 1, 1991.
C. 87-016 Tom Dykhoff, Medina. No information.
D. 87-034 Shadow Creek 3rd Addition, Maple Grove. No information.
E. 88-017 Gerald Dykhoff, Medina. No information. A letter was
mailed to the Mayor of Medina requesting the City to help resolve this matter
and setting March 13 as the deadline for presenting a plan for removal of
material in the floodplain, with a performance deadline of June 1, 1991.
F. 89-021 Wetland 27-527W, Maple Grove. The DNR will continue to
request removal of this sand blanket.
G. 89-036 Chester Adams, Maple Grove. No information.
H. 90-009 Rogers Industrial Park. HCD met with Wilfred Dehn to
discuss his concerns re drainage from this project across his property. HCD
indicated to him that flow rates will remain the same while volumes increase.
I. 90-017 Fina Mart, Maple Grove. No information.
J. 90-020 DMJ Fill, Medina. A revised erosion and sediment control
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plan was submitted for review. Additional information has been requested.
K. 90-021 Shadow Creek 4th Addition, Maple Grove. No information.
L. 90-022 Shadow Creek 5th Addition, Maple Grove. No information.
M. 90-024 Mel Harris, Maple Grove. Mr. Harris along with represen-
tatives from the Commission, staff, and DNR met at his property to view the
area of fill. HCD will send a crew to survey the fill in order to determine a
more correct estimate of the volume of fill involved. The survey should be
completed by mid-December.
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was ad-
journed at 4:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Judie A. Anderson
Executive Secretary
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GOVERNMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL
January 16, 1991
7:30 a.m. - Cabinet Room.,
Minutes
Jerry Dulgar, Sandra St. Germain, Betty Herbes, s,
Linda Powell, Carroll Vomhof
Sandra St. Germain, youth development chemical
coordinator, gave an update on the plans for the
community -wide chemical free week, April 20-26,
1991. Dick Beardsley will give the keynote address
at the opening ceremony at RHS Resource Center.
She gave council members a tentative agenda for
the week and a sample draft of a press release for
the local city news letters. She stated that help
was needed in getting all the information out to
the community.
The superintendent stated that the district is
investigating an incident at Meadow Lake that
involves the principal, students and parents of
that elementary school. The principal has been
suspended with pay pending the outcome of the
investigation that should be completed by January
25. The school board met with the parents and
community advocates on January 10. The
superintendent stated that it is not a problem of
racism but of competence. One group of parents
wants the principal reinstated and another group
of parents does not want the principal to return
to the building. At the present time Donald
Wagner, director of elementary education, has
assumed the responsibility as principal of Meadow
Lake School.
Jerry Dulgar stated that the city of Crystal has
signed a development agreement with Super Valu.
They met with the highway department to talk about
the 36th Avenue interchange. Construction will
probably be completed by 1994 or 195; there will
be a full diamond interchange. Super Valu should
be contacting the school district about Mielke
Field.
Dulgar informed the superintendent that Dan
Donahue has scheduled a meeting with Ann Rest to
discuss the possibility of supporting a special
levy for education.
GAC minutes
January 16, 1991
Page 2
The next Government Advisory Council meeting will
be February 20, 1991, 7:30 a.m., in the cabinet
room of the Administration Building. Please call
Sue Laughrey at 533-2781, extension 220, if you
have an item you would like in the agenda. Also,
please call Sue if you are not able to attend the
meeting.
Chemical Free week
April 20-26,1991
Robbinsdale Area Schools and the community are sponsoring a Chemical Free Week, April 20-26,
1991. The celebration will include a variety of opportunities to become more aware of drug and
alcohol use and abuse and to participate in fun, chemical -free activities. All Chemical Free Week
events are free of charge and open to district staff, students and the community. Activities will include
a YMCA Health Fair, 5K Family Fun Run/Walk, Hopps and Barley play, evening speakers and a
community dance. Brochures will be available in early April. Please call Sandra St. Germain, Youth
Development/Chemical Coordinator, at 535-1790, extension 205 for further information or Betty
Simenson, at 522-3892, if you are interested in volunteering during Chemical Free Week.
om•%%d
ROBBINSDAL.E AREA COMMUNITY EDUCATION CEdTER
4139 Regent Avenue North
Robbbudale, Minnesota 55422
(612) 535-1790
Chemical Free Week Agenda
April 20-26, 1991
Saturday 420 YMCA Health Fair
• Information Booths
• Movies
Sunday 4/21 Family Fun Run[Walk (5K)
• T-shirts
• Prizes
YMCA Health Fair
• Skateboard jam
• Open gym and pool
• Movies
• Food
Keynote Address — Dick Beardsley
"Motivation and Overcoming Challenges"
Robbinsdale High School, 7 p.m.
Monday 4/22 Speaker — Barbara Rogers Simpson
"Chemical Abuse and Family Violence"
Meadow Lake Elementary, 7 p.m.
Tuesday 4/13 Student Panel
"Chemical Abuse Prevention and Intervention Efforts"
Armstrong High School, 7 p.m.
Wednesday 4/24 Hopps and Barley Play
"Life on the Rocks and How to Become a Freak Without Really Trying"
Crystal Community Center, 7 p.m.
Thursday 4/25 Speaker — David Larsen
"Families and Recovery"
Cooper High School, 7 p.m.
Friday 4/26 YMCA Teen Dance, 6-10 p.m.
Community Dance, 8-12 p.m.
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INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 281 q
RobbinsdaJe Area Sdaols
!earning for a lifenme of growing
Linda Pm,,,:
1991
CITY COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS
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 Appeals
Kim M. Bergman Annual
AGENCIES AND BOARDS
1.
Special Assessment
Committee
Carole Helliwell
James G. Willis
Annual
Bob Zitur
Fred Moore
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)
Vacant - Executive Committee
12/31/91
Linda Dieleman -
Advisory Committee
12/31/92
Vacant - Advisory Committee
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)
6. Northwest Suburbs Community Access Corp.
(2 yr. terms)
James G. Willis 2/93
Helen LaFave 2/92
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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 Force
Kim M. Bergman Ongoing
13. Shinale Creek Watershed Manaaement 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
Eric Blank
17. Lake Region Mutual Aid Association
Lyle Robinson
18. North Suburban Mutual Aid Association
Lyle Robinson
19. Fire Training Center Joint Powers Agreement
Lyle Robinson
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
Ongoing
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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 Recyclina Committee
Bob Zitur Dick Pouliot Ongoing
Helen LaFave Fred Moore
Maria Vasiliou Frank Boyles
27. West Suburban Mediation Center Board
Vacant
28. Environmental Cities Coalition
Carole Helliwell
29. Plymouth Civic League
Kim M. Bergman
Ongoing
1/92
1/92
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CITY OF
January 24, 1991 PUMOUTR
Aaron & Mona Crohn
10205 27th Ave N
Plymouth, MN 55441
I
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Crohn:
Mayor Bergman has forwarded your resident feedback form to me for review and
comment. I have discussed the situation with regard to the Medicine Lake Road
with Fred Moore, the Director of Public Works. Mr. Moore informs me that this
stretch of road is scheduled for widening and improvements within the next
year or two. At the time that this public improvement is done, the City would
look at the necessity of installing an on -road bike trail, or an off-road
sidewalk system with the construction of the road.
The current policy of the City is not to install sidewalks, other than by
request of either a developer or a residential area. Under this policy,
sidewalks are assessed back to the abutting property as a public improvement.
Past experience indicates that not many people are willing to pay for the
installation of sidewalk.
When the snow is gone next spring, Fred Moore and I will review this stretch
of road. At this time, I am not in a position to say if we will be able make
any temporary improvements prior to the road reconstruction project.
Thank you for calling this situation to our attention. If I may be of any
further assistance, please feel free to call me at 550-5131.
Sincerely,
Eric J. Blank
Director of Parks and Recreation
EJB/np
cc: City Manager
Director of Public Works
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
RES"K FORM
r�ESHU"E�iT FEEDBAG
Please use this form if you have a question or concern which does
not appear on the Town Meeting agenda to which you would like the
City to respond and/or investigate. if you provide your name,
address and phone number, we will advise you of our actions and
findings with respect to your concern.
NATURE OF CONCERN: r�
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January 24, 1991
Clayton L. Anderson
510 Sycamore Circle
Plymouth, MN 55441
TY OF
PLYMOUTR
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR SPEED ENFORCEMENT ON 6TH AVENUE NORTH
Dear Mr. Anderson:
I want to ensure you that your request for speed enforcement
action on 6th Avenue North will be addressed. I will assign an
officer on an overtime basis. The reason for handling this
assignment in this manner is to provide the appropriate
commitment that we normally cannot do with a district squad that
must respond to calls.
I have asked the supervisor in charge of our Patrol Division to
specifically deal with the problem of the squad being so
observable on 6th Avenue North. Hopefully, we will be able to
find a suitable location out of direct sight of the motoring
public on 6th Avenue North.
Thank you for attending the recent Town Meeting, and especially
for taking the time to write out your concern on the Resident
Feedback Form.
Sincerely,
6;�/o /lAr
Richard J. Carlquist
Public Safety Director
Plymouth Police Department
RJC/sb
cc: James G. Willis - City Manager
Sergeant Ron Foreman
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORM
Please use this form if you have a question or concern which does
not appear on the Town Meeting agenda to which you would like the
City to respond and/or investigate. if you provide your name,
address and phone number, we will advise you of our actions and
findings with respect to your concern.
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CIN OF
PLYMOUfFF
January 24, 1991
Aaron and Mona Crohn
10205 27th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Crohn:
I have spoken with Eric Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation, regarding
your interest in purchasing the land at 10877 Southshore Drive. Mr. Blank has
indicated to me that the City may be considering using this property for park
purposes and therefore, does not wish to sell it at this time.
If the City should decide to sell the property, we will contact you and let
you know the City's intentions. Please feel free to contact me at 550-5101 or
Eric Blank at 550-5131 if you wish to discuss this further.
Sincerely,
ovet,k¢a
Dale E. Hahn
Finance Director
DEH:gk
cc: Mayor and City Council
Eric Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORM
Please use this form if you have a question or concern which does
not appear on the Town Meeting agenda to which you would like the
City to respond and/or investigate. if you provide your name,
address and phone number, we will advise you of our actions and
findings with respect to your concern.
NATURE OF CONCERN: aAy-d) "& C'6�xw
ACTION YOU DESIRE THE CITY TO TAKE:
NAME:
ADDRESS:
(city)
PHONE NUMBER:
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January 25, 1991
Mr. Doug Godfrey
3770 Rosewood Lane North
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Mr. Godfrey:
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CIN OF
PLYMOUTR
Thank you for attending the Area Three Town Meeting of January 22, 1991. Your
concern regarding the required installation of anti -siphon valves on
residential faucets was forwarded to me for review and response.
The City of Plymouth is mandated by state law to adopt the Minnesota State
Building Code which includes the Minnesota State Plumbing Code.
The Minnesota State Plumbing Code requires that approved devices be installed
to protect against backflow and back -siphonage on any plumbing fixture or
equipment where backflow or back -siphonage may occur. In residential
construction, these plumbing fixtures include interior laundry trays and
exterior hose bibbs. The purpose of these approved devices are to protect the
potable water supply from any possible source of contamination.
There are exterior hose connection vacuum breaker devices which are frost -
proof and designed to permit manual draining for freezing conditions by simply
pushing up a valve ring which allows collected water to drain from the outlet
line during non-use freezing periods.
Enclosed is a handout which illustrates interior and exterior types of
backflow devices.
Questions you may have concerning these devices and/or their proper
maintenance can be directed to me at 550-5031 or Plumbing Inspector Don Kilian
at 550-5038.
Sincerely,
Joe Ry
Building Official
cc: James G. Willis, City Manager
File
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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N o . N F $ Std. 1011 and CSA Std. 864.2.
Hose Connection Vacuum Breaker
For Wall and Yard Hydrants
Subject to Freezing Conditions
Provides back -siphonage protection for
portable ,hoses connected to hose thread
faucets. Especially made for wall and
yard hydrants. Permits manual drain
ing for freezing conditions quickly
and simply by pushing up valve ring
which allows collected water to drain.
Watts No. NF8 is the same purpose and
basic construction device as Nos. 8 and 8A
for back -siphonage protection of portable
hoses connected to hose thread faucets or
hydrants; except it is designed to permit
manual draining for freezing conditions by
simply pushing up a valve ring which allows
collected water to drain from the outlet
line during non-use freezing periods. There-
fore, No. NF8 is specially made for such
applications where freezing conditions may
occur during any seasonal use of hose thread
faucets or frost -free hydrants.
Its installation requires no plumbing changes
as it is screwed directly to the hose thread of
the fixture. It is furnished with a "non -
removable" feature to prevent unauthorized
removal from the faucet or hydrant applica-
tion.
FOR OUTSIDE
USE
Inlet Connection: 3/4" standard female hose thread.
Outlet Connection: N" standard male hose thread.
No. NFBC — Same as above, but furnishedwith chrome finish body.
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Hose Connection Vacuum Breakers
For Back -Siphonage Protection
Watts Series 8 are brass bodied devices
which provide back -siphonage protection
for portable hoses connected to hose
thread faucets. Its purpose is to prevent
the reverse flow of contaminated water
back into the potable water supply. No.
8 is suitable for either inside or outside
use. Its most important feature is a
rubber to rubber seating design which
allows it to close absolutely tight under
pressure, against backflow conditions.
Max. Pressure 125 psi.
No. 8C — Same as above but with
chrome finish body.
Inlet Connection: Y." standard female
hose thread.
Outlet Connection: Y." standard male
hose thread.
No. 8A — Same operational construction
as No. 8 except furnished with an ex-
clusive patented "non -removable" feature
to prevent unauthorized removal from
sill -cock or hose hydrant.
Available with chrome finish, specify
No. BAC and SBC.
No. S8C - Specially made for tub and
shower hand spray sets.
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Pat. No. 3,171,423
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Pat. Nos. 3,459 443
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January 25, 1991
Mr. Norbert Herby
3430 East Medicine Lake Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55442
Dear Mr. Herby:
CIN OF
PLYMOUTFF
S'1A
Thank you for attending the Town Meeting on January 22nd, 1991. You have expressed
concern about the Conditional Use Permit approved for the Union City Mission and you have
asked that we examine the permit.
I have enclosed for your information a copy of resolution 90-776 which approved the
Conditional Use Permit Amendment for the Union City Mission. The approval includes the
condition that the Union City Mission shall submit a plan to the City Council within six
months for its review and approval, and shall address operational problems identified
during the hearing for the Planning Commission and City Council.
The approval also includes the condition that the permit shall be reviewed in one year to
determine whether the applicant has complied with the plan. No further amendments to the
Conditional Use Permit will be considered until the plan is approved and compliances
verified.
You also indicate that the facility should be in the R=4 Zoning District. Several years
ago, the City Council directed a study of the broad range of care and community based
facilities some of which are mandated by State law. The results of that study and
recommendations by a special task force of citizens resulted in amendments to the Zoning
Ordinance which now does provide that certain facilities can only be located in the R-4
zone.
We verified last summer that the Zoning Ordinance amendments had inadvertently classified
the Union City Mission facility a nonconforming use. The Planning Commission and City
Council reviewed the circumstances and concluded that the action creating the
nonconforming use status had been unintended. A key consideration was that the facility
had a master plan as a guide to be used in evaluating future needs.
The Zoning Ordinance was amended to clarify the status of the use independent of the more
recent Conditional Use Permit request by the Union City Mission.
You and several neighbors have expressed concern about the Union City Mission operations
and I encourage you to communicate those concerns to the officers of that organization.
The Union City Mission Board has expressed the intent to work with the neighborhood to
address the various concerns, and that is consistent with the City Council action.
Sincerel
Blair Tremere
Community Development Director
enclosure
cc: James G. Willis, City Manager
(bt/herby.1-25:lr)
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
r�EBiuENT FEEDBACK FORM
Please use this form if you have a question or concern which does
not appear on the Town Meeting agenda to which you would like the
City to respond and/or investigate. if you provide your name,
address and phone number, we will advise you of our actions and
findings with respect to your concern.
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CITY OF
January 28, 1991 PLYMOUTR
Erika Urban
1541 W Medicine Lake Drive
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Ms. Urban:
Mayor Bergman has forwarded your town meeting feedback form to me for review
and comment.
You have requested that we post "no motorized vehicles" signs on the new trail
along West Medicine Lake Drive. I have already given directions to our park
maintenance division to install such signs, and I hope that by the time you
receive this letter, the work will have been completed.
If I may be of further assistance to you in any way, please do not hesitate to
call me at 550-5131.
Sincerely,
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Eric J. Blank
Director of Parks and Recreation
EJB/np
cc: 'City Manager
Superintendent of Parks
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
r`ESiDENT FEEDBACK FORM s'%`k
Please -use this form if you have a question or concern which does
not appear on the Town Meeting agenda to which you would like the
City to respond and/or investigate`. "-If you provide your name, < ,
address and phone number, we will'advise you of our actions and
findings with respect to your concern.
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January 28, 1991
SELMA OLIJNEK - 4385 TRENTON LANE NORTH, *105, 55442 557-2822
PROBLEM: Caller reports problems with the City water in
Building 7 of Sycamore Condominiums. She reports that
the water leaves an oily residue on the top of coffee
and tea. She would like to have this investigated and
have somebody from the water department report back to
her.
SOLUTION: Bob Fasching called Ms. Olijnek on January 28. He
explained that the oily residue was the iron in the
water reacting with the coffee and tea. He said this
is a natural occurrance that cannot be helped.
However, just to be sure, he will have a water sample
taken at the Olijek household this week to confirm
that fact.
a: -%t, e
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: January 31, 1991
TO: James G. Willis, ty Manager
FROM: Charles E le d, Community Development Coordinator, through
Blair Treme ommunity Development Director
SUBJECT: HENNEPIN COUNTY WASTE TRANSFER STATION CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
APPLICATION (89057)
The City of Plymouth received 10 sets of plans on October 29, 1990, in
response to our letters of August 24, 1990, and August 31, 1990.
The Development Review Committee reviewed the revised plans on Wednesday,
November 7, 1990, but did not yet have the benefit of comments from the City's
engineering consultant. On November 13, 1990 the Development Review Committee
again considered the revised plans --with the engineering comments available.
On November 14, 1990 Hennepin County requested amendment to their Site Plan to
add a classroom facility.
A DRC Stage II letter has been sent to Hennepin County reviewing deficiencies
remaining and also requesting plan revisions reflecting the classroom
addition. There has been partial response to that letter of November 20,
1990, which was reviewed by the DRC December 14, 1990, and a letter was sent
to the County on December 20, 1990 with comments on these partial responses.
No additional County responses to our November 20, 1990 letter have been
received.
I advised Hennepin County in writing on January 31, 1991 that I must be
advised of their intentions regarding this application by February 15, 1991.
Attachments:
1. January 31, 1991 Letter
(cc/cd/89057:dl)
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January 31, 1991
Ms. Janet D. Leick
Department of Environmental
Hennepin County
822 So. 3rd Street Ste. 300
Minneapolis, MN 55415-1208
SUBJECT: SITE PLAN AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT - WASTE TRANSFER FACILITY
(89057)
Dear Ms. Lick:
This shall serve as a follow-up to my letter of December 20, 1990 addressed to
Mr. Luther Nelson, a copy of which was sent to you as well. As of this date
we have received no response to that letter, which itself referred to our
letter of November 20, 1990.
There remains a number of unresolved technical details in respect to your
plans - not the least of which is the consistency from plan sheet to plan
sheet of what is being proposed. In addition to the technical details that
have not as yet been addressed, we, in our letter of December 20 1990,
addressed a number of design related matters that have now become apparent
since you have changed your site plan to reflect the classroom facility and
additional parking on the site.
We continue to desire to be of service to you in processing your applications,
but we cannot do so until you have responded the request for technical
revisions and design modifications such as we have made to you in our previous
communications. If we have not heard from you regarding these matters by
Friday February 15, 1991 we will assume you do not desire to continue with
these applications and we will begin the process of withdrawing your
application and refunding a portion of your application fees.
If we can be of any further assistance in these matters please do not hesitate
to contact us.
Sincerely,
CUhlJ . 1 e`
Community Development Coordinator
(dre/cd/89057.3:lr)
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
2925 Pilgrim Lane North
Plymouth, MN
January 17, 1991
Pymouth Police Department
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
On December 24, 1990 at 6:30 am my dog was struck
and fatally injured by a snow plow. I was also
bitten and I had to seek medical attention at
North Memorial Medical Center. I was very
traumatized both physically and emotionally.
The police officer who came to my home right
after the incident was very kind and helpful.
The police called me several times during the day
and were kind and considerate.
I
I wanted to thank the Plymouth Police and the
officer's I spoke with for their sensitivity
and kindess. It was appreciated.
Sincerely,
Jane Nadeau
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January l4, 1_9_Dl
chief of Police
P1yr,outf, Pot ice Dept.
P.1yr,c,utt,, Mr3.
Dear Sir
M,' nanE i� Pacharcl (Dick] Reeves and I reside at 17035 13th Ave.
No. here in Plymouth.
On the Evening of Saturday, January ✓t},, I was having a severe
h,reathino problem. MI, wife and I were going t.o drive into Method-
ist Hcsmital Emeraency. At some time before we could le -ave, I
felt that I waa losing control and experienceina extrer,e c*.hc,rtr.,ess
of breath, such that I needed immediate help. I told my wife to
ca -11 "911". Within ninut.es a Plymouth Police Officer responded
with o_•.ygen. The officer administered the oxygen, calmed me cic.,wn,
and succeeded in slowing down the onset of the heart failure
(which I was. later told was occurring). I do not. know the nak,r of
the officer, but. I would like to exprea.s my aPF:reciatic,n and that
of my far,ily to him for his timely and professional life saving
het r,.
As it turnec' mit, I was having an acute attack of pulmonary
eciema. I spEnt a weer in the hospatal and was disc.haroed on
Saturday, 1/12/91 feeling much better.
?han,l s. a,ain, to all department r,ersc,nnel .
1TCE.TnE1)',
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Ric`,z-rr: R. Reeves.
P'lyz,cut:,, Y,n.
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Jan. 22, 1991 &41 C�
Pat Murphy, Executive Director
Union City Mission, Inc.
3401 E. Medicine Lk. Blvd.
Plymouth, MN. 55441
Dear Ms. Murphy:
Re: Union City Mission & Representatives of Union Mission Area
We received a letter from Patricia Neils, dated Jan. 14, 1991, in response
to our letter to you. (dated Jan 4, 1991).
ici our letter we stated that the Mission Area Representatives are most anxious to
begin discussions with Union City Mission as per the Conditional Use Permit which
was approved on 12/10/90.
Pat Neils related that the Board of Directors is organizing some type of plan
to meet with neighborhood groups. These are plans which can and should be
implemented.
However, Pat, a list of our Mission Area Representatives was given to you
and we once again request that this meeting should take place soon ---prior
to the larger neighborhood meetings being organized by Pat Neils. We intend
this meeting to be a "working session" ---something which is difficult with
large groups.
Public Safety Director, Richard Carlquist, who is also a member of your Board
of Directors personally expressed his desire to meet with the selected
Mission Area Representatives rather than a large neighborhood meeting. He also
feels that far more can be accomplished by working with the small group of
Mission Area Representatives rather than large groups.
Therefor, WE ONCE AGAIN REQUEST A MEETING with Pat Murphy, Pat Jewett,
Transitional Lodge personnel, Richard Carlquist & rep's. of Union City Mission.
Another item I've been asked to convey to you is our
desire to be notified of any
future neighborhood meetings. We feel very strongly
that for the sake of an
organized process that the Mission Area Representatives are notified of any
meetings with neighborhoods so we may also attend.
I will once again list those Representatives:
Norbert & Carol Herby ----3430 E. Med. Lk. Blvd.
546-3749
Dick & Pat Katzmarek 3520 E. Med. Lk. Bld.
544-4368
Walter & Shirley Shulz 3530 E. Med. Lk. Blvd.
545-1391
Sheila Goldstein 11515 37th Ave. No
559-8773
Barb Bartos 10720 36th P1. No.
544-9431
Janet Sullivan 11355 36th P1. No.
559-0767 ,9
cm,", JR�� d ►.
Sincerely,
CC: Mayor & City Council 4"'
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City Manager
Dir. of Community Dev.
Pat Katzmarek
Public Safety Dir.
Mission Area Representative
Pat Neils
UCM Board of Directors
January 23, 1991
Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Frank:
INTERFAITH OUTREACH
& COMMUNITY PARTNERS
"People Uniting to,Help People"
This will acknowledge receipt of a check in the amount of $5000 from the City of Plymouth dedicated to
the Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners general operating fund.
Needless to say we are extremely grateful for these funds and also for the vote of confidence they
represent. Please pass along our thanks to the Council and rest assured we will be in touch periodically
to give you an idea what these monies have helped accomplish.
Thanks too to you for your help in expediting all this. All God's best for a very happy and prosperous
New Year.
Cordially,
LaDonna Hoy
Executive Director
INTERFAITH OUTREACH & COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Ih/res
110 Grand Avenue South, Wayzata, Minnesota 55391-1872 473-2436
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January 30, 1991
Pam Brian
Y.E.S. Advisor
Wayzata Senior High School
305 Vicksburg Lane
Plymouth, MN 55447-3999
SUBJECT: ADOPT -A -HIGHWAY PROGRAM
Dear Ms. Brian:
On November 21 you wrote a letter to Fred Moore suggesting that
members of the Youth Extending Service (Y.E.S.) be allowed to
adopt a portion of Vicksburg Lane for maintenance purposes.
Subsequently, Fred submitted this request to the City Council.
The Council is delighted that the students of the Wayzata School
District and are interested in helping to maintain the Plymouth
community. Civic pride is an essential ingredient for a
successful community.
As you may know, the City has for some years sponsored a Spring
Clean-up Program involving homeowner associations. This year,
the Council would like to enhance that effort by also
administering a "Clean and Restore Our Environment" Program. The
purpose of this program would be similar to the MnDOT Adopt -a -
Highway Program. It would involve school students from the
Wayzata, Robbinsdale and Osseo Districts helping to clean public
rights-of-way during May or June this year.
Since this is the first time we have contemplated such a program,
I am hoping that you can assist me. I need to know the name of
the appropriate person to contact in your districtsto secure
school approval for student participation in this project.
I will be calling you in the next few days to further discuss
this matter./gain, thanks for your interest in Plymouth.
�ince,�e y, �I(�
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Fra B 1 s
Ass' ant City Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
S.F. ZAP{ S \
^-,40^) PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
CITY OF
January 28, 1991 PLYMOUTH+
15300 37th Avenue North
Apt.
Plymouth, MN 55447
SUBJECT: CITIZEN COMMENDATION
Dear Mr.
I read a criminal report from this past weekend in which your
name was given as the complainant/witness. I want to let you
know how helpful you have been.
Because of your alertness in reporting a suspicious occurrence in
the underground garage at Summer Place Apartments, we were able
to arrest two persons and recover hundreds of dollars worth of
property. We also found in their possession a map designating
six different apartment buildings from Bloomington through
Minnetonka to Plymouth. Apparently, these crooks were quite
active!
We have had numerous crimes occurring in our underground garages
in Plymouth. Most of time all we have are broken windows and
very upset victims. Because you were alert and called, two
thieves are in jail! Thanks for getting involved.
Sincerely,
Richard J.arlqu st
Public Safety Director
Plymouth Police Department
RJC/sb
cc: James G. Willis - City Manager
Cts° JAN
31400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
January 3b, 1991
CITY OF
Mr. Daniel H. Wilson Hymo TI+
President
Wilson Development Services
P.O. Box 204
Waconia, MN 55387
SUBJECT: COUNCIL SELECTION OF A LAND ACQUISITION SPECIALIST FOR
PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY LIBRARY SITE
Dear Mr. Wilson:
Thank you for submitting a proposal to assist the City in
acquiring a site for the future Plymouth Community Library. At
their January 28 meeting, the City Council considered your
proposal.
Because of concerns about land costs, the City Council has
elected to receive an independent fee appraisal on this property
prior to taking any further action with respect to the selection
of a land acquisition specialist.
Mr. Al Carufel, of BLC Appraisals, will be completing an
appraisal on this parcel. We expect to have the appraisal by
February 11, 1991. Assuming this time schedule, the City Council
would next consider this issue at their February 25 meeting. I
will contact you following that meeting on the outcome of the
Council's action. In the meantime, if you have any questions,
please contact mem at 550-5013.
Sincer.� V
Frank oyled
Assi nt City Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
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7,400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
January 30, 1991
N CITY OF
Mr.. Stuart Bud Storm PLYMOUTlF
President
Evergreen Land Services, Co.
6200 Shingle Creek Parkway
Suite 415
Brooklyn Center, MN 55430
SUBJECT: COUNCIL SELECTION OF A LAND ACQUISITION SPECIALIST FOR
PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY LIBRARY SITE
Dear Mr. Storm:
Thank you for submitting a proposal to assist the City in
acquiring a site for the future Plymouth Community Library. At
their January 28 meeting, the City Council considered your
proposal.
Because of concerns about land costs, the City Council has
elected to receive an independent fee appraisal on this property
prior to taking any further action with respect to the selection
of a land acquisition specialist.
Mr. Al Carufel, of BLC Appraisals, will be completing an
appraisal on this parcel. We expect to have the appraisal by
February 11, 1991. Assuming this time schedule, the City Council
would next consider this issue at their February 25 meeting. I
will contact you following that meeting on the outcome of the
Council's action In the meantime, if you have any questions,
please contact � at 550-5013.
i
Sincerel
Frank ogles
Assist -alit City Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
^41110 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
January 30, 1991
Mr. Steven L. Ericksson
The Chase Company
5353 Gamble Drive
Suite 310
Minneapolis, MN 55416
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SUBJECT: COUNCIL SELECTION OF A LAND ACQUISITION SPECIALIST FOR
PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY LIBRARY SITE
Dear Mr. Ericksson:
Thank you for submitting a proposal to assist the City in
acquiring a site for the future Plymouth Community Library. At
their January 28 meeting, the City Council considered your
proposal.
Because of concerns about land costs, the City Council has
elected to receive an independent fee appraisal on this property
prior to taking any further action with respect to the selection
of a land acquisition specialist.
Mr. Al Carufel, of BLC Appraisals, will be completing an
appraisal on this parcel. We expect to have the appraisal by
February 11, 1991. Assuming this time schedule, the City Council
would next consider this issue at their February 25 meeting. I
will contact you following that meeting on the outcome of the
Council's action. In the meantime, if you have any questions,
please contact me at 550-5013.
I ce y,
Fr n�oyles
Asstant City Manager
FB:kec
cc: Mayor & City Council
;400 PLYMOUTH ROULEVA.RD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612.) 550-5000