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Regular Council Meeting
October 10, 2000
A Regular Meeting of the Plymouth City Council was called to order by Mayor Tierney at 7:00
p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Center, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, on October 10,
2000.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Tierney, Councilmembers Brown, Black, Bildsoe, Slavik,
Johnson, and Harstad.
ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Johnson, Assistant City Manager Ahrens, Public Safety
Director Gerdes, Assistant Finance Director Jacobson, Community Development Director
Hurlburt, Public Works Director Moore, City Attorney Knutson, and City Clerk Paulson.
Plymouth Forum
Steven Gardner, 10717 10`x' Avenue North, expressed his concern regarding the number of
mature trees that would be removed from Rottlund's proposed development (The Reserve). He
requested that the trees be preserved. He stated there would also be more congestion and
vehicles in this area. He mentioned other projects in the community i.e., the Parkers Lake project
and the development on Pilgrim Lane and 34th Avenue where trees were not saved. He has
contacted City Forester Paul Buck to offer his assistance in planting trees and bulbs in the City.
Lastly, he is concerned that taxpayers would be paying for the new bridge over Cheshire Lane
which he feels is directly related to The Reserve development, and the cost of that new bridge
should be covered by the developer.
Mayor Tierney thanked Mr. Gardner for his comments, and she stated the Council strives to
protect trees whenever possible. She mentioned the City's efforts in acquiring open spaces to
preserve open areas. She stated the construction of the bridge over Cheshire Lane and the
extension of the roadway is not just for Rottlund's development, and it has been included in the
City's Capital Improvement Plan.
Councilmember Black stated she would convey Mr. Gardner's comments to the Environmental
Quality Committee.
City Manager Johnson commented the development plans for this project would be considered
by the Planning Commission at their October 18 meeting.
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Andrea Schoenrock, 2320 Kirkwood Lane North, stated they recently purchased their home, and
they received a building permit to construct an addition. She stated when they started
construction, they decided to add a garage as well. They applied for another building permit;
however, staff informed her that their initial building permit for the addition was on hold due to
the addition being 1,000 feet from Medicine Lake. She explained the necessity to continue with
their addition as all the footings are in place. She requested the City to release the first building
permit for the addition. Community Development Director Hurlburt met with Ms. Schoenrock
after her testimony to discuss the situation.
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
4.1) Presentation of National Life Safety Achievement Award to the Fire Department
District Chief Dave Elliot presented to the Council the 1999 Life Safety Achievement Award for
the Fire Department's public education and prevention efforts and for recording no loss of life
due to fire in 1999. He also mentioned the Fire Department's open house on October 14 at Fire
Station No. 3.
Mayor Tierney thanked District Chief Elliot, and she mentioned other City activities that have
recently occurred, i.e. chocolate sampler, tribute to Patsy Kline, and the Plymouth on Parade.
She requested letters be sent to all staff members who contributed to these events as well as to
the members of the Fire Department for receiving the National Life Safety Achievement Award.
Approval of Agenda
Councilmember Harstad requested to add the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities' 2001
legislative policies as item No. 9.3.
Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Slavik, to
approve the amended agenda.
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Consent Agenda
Mayor Tierney asked if there were any additions, corrections, or deletions to be made to the
Consent Agenda.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to
approve the Consent Agenda which included the following items:
6.01) Approve Regular City Council Meeting minutes of August 22, 2000, Regular City
Council Meeting minutes of September 5, 2000, and Special City Council Meeting minutes of
September 26, 2000.
6.02) Resolution Approving Disbursements for the Period ending September 29, 2000
Res2000-479).
6.03) Resolution Approving Lease Agreement with Scott and Mary Rollins for Outlot A, wild
Wings 3`d Addition (Res2000-480).
6.04) Resolution Appointing Election Judges for the General Election (Res2000-481).
6.05.1) Resolution Finding No Objection to Lawful Gambling Exemption for Minnesota
Chapter #18 Telephone Pioneers (Res2000-482).
6.05.2) Resolution Finding No Objection to Lawful Gambling Exemption for Plymouth Creek
Elementary School PTA (Res2000-483).
6.06) Resolution Approving 2000-2001 Membership Dues in League of Minnesota Cities
Res2000-484).
6.07) Resolution Approving Conditional Use Permit Amendment for Carlson and Harrington
Representing Sprint PCS to Allow the Placement of Roof -Mounted Antennas and Related
Ground Equipment at the Wellington Apartments, 17210 County Road 6 (20127 — Res2000-
485).
6.08) Resolution Approving a Lot Division and Lot Consolidation for Quest Development, Inc.
for Two Properties located Northwest of 36th Avenue and Plymouth Boulevard (20145 —
Res2000-486).
6.09) Resolution Electing to Continue Participation in the Local Housing Incentives Account
Program under the Metropolitan Livable Communities Act for Calendar Year 2001 (Res2000-
487).
6.10) Resolution Authorizing Application for the Livable Communities Demonstration
Program (Res2000-488).
6.11) Resolution Appointing Data Practices Compliance Official (Res2000-489).
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6.12) Ordinance Amending Section 1325 of the Plymouth City Code regulating Snowmobiles
Ord2000-32).
6.13) Resolution Authorizing Execution of Agreement (Res2000-490).
6.14.1) Resolution Declaring Adequacy of Petition and Ordering Preparation of Report for
Street Lighting in Bridgid Glenn Addition (Res2000-491), and Resolution Receiving Report and
Calling for Hearing on Street Lighting Improvements for Bridgid Glenn Addition (Res2000-
492).
6.14.2) Resolution Declaring Ade racy of Petition and Ordering Preparation of Report for
Street Lighting in Plum Tree East 4 and Plum Tree East 5h Additions (Res2000-493), and a
Resolution Receiving Report and Ordering Project for Street Lighting in Plum Tree East 4t' and
Plum Tree East 5t' Additions (Res2000-494).
6.15) Resolution Adopting Assessments for City Proect No. 9927, Watermain Curb Stop
Repair for Lot 2, Block 1 of Meadow Lawn Estates 3'J Addition (Res2000-495).
6.16) Resolution Ordering Public Hearing on the Vacation of Part of the Drainage and Utility
Easements within Lots 2 and 3, Block 1 of Keyway First Addition (Res2000-496).
6.17.1) Resolution Authorizing the Installation of "No Parking" signs on County Road 101
between 30t' Avenue and State Highway 55 (9005 — Res2000-497).
6.17.2) Resolution Authorizing the Installation of "No Parking" Signs on Northwest Boulevard
between Bass Lake Road and North City Limits (9004 — Res2000-498).
6.17.3) Resolution Authorizing the Installation of "No Parking" Signs on the North Side of 34`h
Avenue on each Side of City Center Driveway (Res2000-499).
6.18) Resolution Awarding Bid for Traffic Control Signal Systems for Carlson Parkway at
Gleason Lake Drive (9910) and Northwest Boulevard at West Medicine Lake Drive (5019 —
Res2000-500).
6.19) Resolution Approving the purchase of One Current Model 100 ft. Aerial
Platform/Pumper Fire Truck (Res2000-501).
6.20) Resolution Awarding Bid for Maintenance Building Expansion (8018 — Res2000-502).
6.21) Resolution Amending Approval of Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for Peony
Promenade Resolution No. 2000-421 ( Res2000-503).
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6.22) Resolution Authorizing Preliminary Engineering Report for Magnolia Lane Street
Reconstruction North of Sunset Trail (Res2000-504).
6.23) Resolution Approving request for Payment No. 4 and Final Kingsview Lane
Improvement Project (9002 — Res2000-505).
6.24.1) Resolution Reducing Financial Guarantee for Parkers Lake North 11th Addition (94032
Res2000-506).
6.24.2) Resolution Reducing Financial Guarantee for Parkers Lake North 12th Addition (96065
Res2000-507).
6.24.3) Resolution Reducing Required Financial Guarantee for the Village at Bassett Creek
97080 — Res2000-508).
6.25) Resolution Approving Installation of Stop Signs at Various Locations (Res2000-509).
Councilmember Black indicated her support for utilizing alternative landscaping methods as
contained in item No. 6.03.
Councilmember Harstad commented he would be voting in favor of item No. 6.22 even though
he would be directly affected by this project.
Councilmember Johnson thanked individuals who would be serving as election judges for the
November 7 General Election.
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Public Hearings
7.1) Approve On-Sale/Sunday Intoxicating Liquor License for Savon Krouch, d/b/a
Hunan Buffet Restaurant, 10820 Highway 55
Assistant City Manager Ahrens reported on the request of Savan Krouch for an on -sale 3.2 malt
liquor and wine license for Hunan Buffet Restaurant, 10820 Highway 55.
Mayor Tierney opened the public hearing for testimony.
There being no one wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Tierney
declared the public hearing closed.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Black, and seconded by Councilmember Bildsoe, to adopt
a Resolution Approving On -Sale Wine and 3.2 Malt Liquor License for Hunan Buffet, Inc
Res2000-510). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
7.2) Approve the Establishment of Tax Increment Financing (Redevelopment) District 7-6
and Approving and Adopting a Tax Increment Financing Plan for Continental Property
Group at 2300 Berkshire Lane
Community Development Director Hurlburt reported on the request to create a tax increment
financing redevelopment district and approve a tax increment financing plan for the Continental
Property Group (CPG) project at 2300 Berkshire Lane. She stated CPG would be renovating and
upgrading the existing, vacant 240,000 square foot structure to lease the property to a tenant yet
to be determined. CPG would be investing $10,650,000 into the building and site improvements.
Currently, the property has a current taxable market value of $4,209,000, but after the
improvement, the estimated market value would be $12,095,000. CPG is in negotiations with a
prospective tenant. She noted that a major obstacle of this project has been the ownership of one
of the three parcels that the building sits on. CPG would like to acquire all the parcels but
requests assistance from the City. She explained the tax increment financing plan provides for
assistance to the project of $900,000. With interest and expenses, the total amount of tax
increment financing payments to the developer are estimated at $1,440,000. Payments would
begin in 2002 with the first collection of increment and continue for six years. The City would
enter into a separate agreement with CPG and execute a note at 8-'/z percent interest. Assistance
would be on a pay -as -you -basis. She added that the tax increment financing plan provides that
450,000 would be transferred to a City fund for affordable housing. -The parameters for use of
these funds would be developed later and would be reviewed and approved by the Council.
Councilmember Harstad asked if the $450,000 allocated to affordable housing would be under
the control of the Housing and Redevelopment Authority. She stated the program and fund
guidelines would need to be developed, but the funds would be in the City's control.
Councilmember Johnson asked if water quality treatment would need to be provided on the site
since the property would be redeveloped. Community Development Director replied this is not
necessary since there would be no expansion of the existing facility.
Mayor Tierney opened the public hearing for testimony.
There being no one wishing to appear before the Council, Mayor Tierney declared the public
hearing closed.
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Motion was made by Bildsoe, and seconded by Brown to adopt a Resolution Approving
Establishment of Tax Increment Financing (Redevelopment) District No. 7-6 and Approving and
Adopting a Tax Increment Financing Plan Relating Thereto (Res2000-511). With all members
voting in favor, the motion carried.
Councilmember Brown requested that staff present a proposal on the guidelines and
requirements for funds in the City's two tax increment financing redevelopment districts. This
could be discussed at a future Study Session.
7.3) Assessment Hearing on 1999 Street Reconstruction Program (9001)
Public Works Director Moore illustrated the streets where the reconstruction occurred. He
explained the assessment rates for this project were based on the City's street reconstruction
assessment policy. The average assessment for a typical single-family home would be
approximately $3,500. He stated the project is basically completed except for minor grading and
replacement of sod.
Mayor Tierney opened the public hearing for testimony.
Melvin Boettcher, 11616 Ridgemount Avenue, complimented staff on how the project was
handled.
There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Tierney
declared the public hearing closed.
Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Slavik, to adopt
a Resolution Adopting Assessments for City Project No. 9001, 1999 Street Reconstruction —
Trunk Storm Sewer Only (Res2000-512), and a Resolution Adopting Assessments for City
Project No. 9001, 1999 Street Reconstruction — All Other Properties (Res2000-513).
Councilmember Harstad stated he would be abstaining from voting on this project due to his
assessment on this project. Motion carried to adopt the Resolutions.
7.4) Assessment Hearing on 2000 Street Reconstruction Program (9901)
Public Works Director Moore illustrated the streets that were reconstructed. This project already
had storm sewer systems and concrete curb and gutter systems in place; however, the curb and
gutter systems needed to be repaired. The proposed assessments are only for the street
reconstruction on a per unit basis, which is $1,056 per unit. All assessments would be assessed
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over a five-year period with the exception of commercial properties, which would be over a 10 -
year period.
Mayor Tierney opened the public hearing for testimony.
Jeff Siewert and Eric Bartsch, representing the Ascension Lutheran Church, voiced their
objection to their proposed assessment of approximately $9,000. They explained since the
church is non-profit and is exempt from property taxes, their assessment should be exempted
since they view this is as a property tax. In addition, they also object to the fairness of
calculating the assessment. The church is unfairly penalized for their lot fronting more on
Vicksburg Lane. They only utilize approximately one-quarter of that lot size area.
City Attorney Knutson stated even though churches are exempt from real estate taxes, they are
not exempt from special assessments, as special assessments are a direct benefit to their property.
Public Works Director Moore added street reconstruction projects provide a better access to
properties which increase the value of those properties. He stated that only 14 percent of the
reconstruction costs are directly assessed to the properties.
Mr. Bartsch stated they disagree with the City Attorney's opinion on how the church should be
assessed for this project. He reiterated that only one-quarter of the parcel is improved. He stated
they would file a written objection with the City. It is their opinion that there is an arbitrary
element due to the manner in how the assessment, and the especially the lot footage, should be
calculated.
Councilmember Johnson asked if the church has the option of deferring their assessment. City
Attorney Knutson replied no.
Mr. Barstch then presented a written objection to the Council.
There being no one else wishing to appear before the Council to give testimony, Mayor Tierney
declared the public hearing closed.
Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to adopt
a Resolution Adopting Assessments for City Project No. 9901, 2000 Street Reconstruction —
Commercial/Industrial Parcel Only (Res2000-514), and a Resolution Adopting Assessments for
City Project No. 9901, 2000 Street Reconstruction — All Single and Multi -Family Parcels
Res2000-515). With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
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General Business
8.1) Consider Request for Street Lighting at Trenton Lane and County Road 10
Public Works Director Moore reported on a petitioned request for the City to install a street light
at the intersection of Trenton Lane and Bass Lake Road at City expense. He stated staff is
recommending denying the request, as it does not conform to the City's street lighting policy.
He explained the City's development criteria do not require the installation of streetlights within
any developments of the City. Prior to 1965, the City established a policy that if streetlights
were installed, their installation cost and annual operating cost would be paid for by the
benefiting properties within the area served by the streetlights. In accordance with the City
ordinance and code, the current properties benefiting from the installation of streetlights receive
an operating charge along with their sewer, water, and recycling bill from the City. Therefore,
staff recommends the petitioners be responsible for the cost unless the Council amended the
policy.
Councilmember Black asked if there would be any new street lighting with the County Road 101
project. Public Works Director Moore replied there would be no new street lighting — only
signalized intersections at County Road 24 and Medina Road.
Councilmember Black mentioned the street lighting at all the intersections on Schmidt Lake
Road. Public Works Director Moore stated all the lights were installed by the developer.
However, the City installed the lights at the County Road 61 and Schmidt Lake Road
intersection.
Councilmember Black stated that she supports the request of the petitioners, as this is a very dark
intersection.
Mayor Tierney echoed Councilmember Black's comments.
Councilmember Johnson stated she would like the opportunity to discuss the City's street light
policy.
City Manager Johnson stated staff is currently reviewing the policy in conjunction with updating
the subdivision regulations.
Mayor Tierney questioned who pays for the signalized intersections on County Roads. Public
Works Director Moore replied the City pays the operational costs as well as the installation costs
for all traffic signals within the City. However, if it is a County intersection, the County pays
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75% of those costs, and if it is a State intersection, the costs are evenly split between the State
and the City.
Jerry Unger, 10607 57th Place North, stated he supports a street light for Trenton Lane and Bass
Lake Road. He stressed that this is not a street light within the development, and it is a very
important issue for safety. He stated this intersection is a 50 mph intersection that is not well lit.
He stated the petition contained 67 signatures, and no one refused to sign the petition. There are
no trails on either side of Trenton Lane, and there is a natural deer crossing in this area. He
explained that recently an emergency vehicle missed the turn due to the intersection not being
well lit. He stated they currently pay for streetlights located within their development. Their
only contention is the installation cost of the street light; otherwise, they are not disputing the
operating costs of the light.
Larry Miciek, 10775 57th Avenue North, stated there is also a petition signed by residents of
Harrison Place on Bass Creek. He stated that this light is for all residents located along Trenton
Lane not just this one specific neighborhood.
Motion was made by Councilmember Black, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to
approve the request to install a street light at the County Road 10 and Trenton Lane intersection
at the City's expense, but the operation of that light might need to be billed beyond the residents
of Harrison Place as is serves a much broader area.
Councilmember Bildsoe stated he doesn't support the motion, as he would prefer something
more definitive as to what specific neighborhoods should pay for the operational costs of the
light. He suggested that the Council approves installing the light at the City's expense this
evening and determines the billing for the operational costs at a future meeting.
Councilmember Harstad stated the City has a street lighting policy in place, and he does not
support deviating from the policy, as it would establish precedence for previous and future
requests.
Councilmember Johnson stressed the need for the Council to review the City's street lighting
policy. She also mentioned the impact on the City's budget for installing streetlights that deviate
from this policy.
Councilmember Slavik stated she would not support the motion, as she prefers to have a policy
in place that has been recently reviewed by the Council before establishing precedence. She
would also like to consider that a portion of the installation cost be paid by the residents.
Motion was made by Councilmember Brown, and seconded by Councilmember Slavik, to call
the question. With all members voting in favor but Black and Johnson, the motion carried.
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The Council voted on the main motion, and with all members voting against the motion but
Black, the motion failed.
Motion was made by Councilmember Slavik, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to
review other options and policies and bring back to the Council within 30 days.
Councilmember Slavik commented that she specifically would like to review having the
neighborhood paying a portion of the installation costs with the remainder to future
developments.
City Manager Johnson stated he would prefer the motion state 60 days rather than 30 days as
staff would need to review the whole City and the subdivision regulations.
Councilmember Johnson stated the Council needs to review a street lighting policy for City-wide
issues.
Councilmember Black stated this request involves a County road that is not exclusively utilized
by the residents which would set it apart from other requests. However, she acknowledged that
there needs to be a policy for the broader issue.
Councilmember Bildsoe reiterated the suggestion to approve the installation of this light this
evening but address the policy at a future date.
Hearing these comments, Councilmember Slavik withdrew her motion.
Motion was made by Councilmember Slavik, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to
install the street light and assess 50% of the cost to the neighborhood and 50% to be determined.
City Attorney Knutson stated it would be possible to divide the costs. The operating costs could
be reviewed at a later date. He would need to review the legality of charging future
developments for an existing street light.
Mr. Unger reiterated that the residents do not feel they should be paying the installation cost of
this light. However, they would support paying the operational costs.
Motion was made by Councilmember Harstad, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to call
the question. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
The Council then voted on the main motion and with all members voting against the motion but
Slavik, the motion failed.
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Motion was made by Councilmember Harstad, and seconded by Councilmember Brown, to order
a public hearing for the installation of the street light, and staff is to determine the benefiting
property owners who would pay for the installation and operational costs of the light.
Councilmember Johnson stated the motion is simply clarifying the City's current street lighting
policy.
Public Works Director Moore stated staff would be notifying a large enough area which would
include the undeveloped property.
Councilmember Black questioned if it wouldn't be easier for the Council to review the street
lighting policy. She stated the new subdivision regulations only address new developments
which wouldn't work for this particular situation. She feels that it is improper to assess only the
neighborhood, as more people would be benefiting from this light.
Councilmember Johnson stated she wouldn't support the motion as she doesn't support the
City's current street lighting policy. She would prefer there be an improved policy in place
without delaying the installation of this street light.
Motion was made by Councilmember Harstad to call the question. This motion failedfor lack of
a second.
City Attorney Knutson explained the requirement to conduct a public improvement hearing
before this light could be installed. Public Works Director Moore stated the earliest date thatt-a
public hearing could be scheduled would be November 14. The question of when the light
would be installed would be determined by the utility company's construction schedule.
The Council then voted on the main motion. With all members voting against the motion but
Brown, and Harstad, the motion failed.
Motion was made by Councilmember Black, and seconded by Councilmember Slavik, to install
the light at the City's expense this year. Councilmember Harstad provided a point of order as
this motion was made previously.
Motion was then made by Councilmember Johnson, and seconded by Mayor Tierney to
reconsider the previous motion made by Councilmembers Black and Johnson to install the street
light at City's expense and review the areas that should pay for the operational costs of that light.
With all members voting in favor except Harstad and Bildsoe, the motion carried.
The Council then voted on the reconsidered motion. With Black, Johnson, Bildsoe, and Tierney
voting yes, and Slavik, Brown, and Harstad voting no, the motion carried.
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8.2) Approve Solutions Identified for Traffic Concerns on 8th
Avenue, West of County
Road 101
Public Safety Director Gerdes stated at the July 25 Council meeting a group of residents from the
area approached the Council with concerns about the speeding problem through their residential
neighborhood. There was also discussion about installing speed humps. The Council deferred
action until meetings could be held with the neighborhood to discuss the issues and possible
solutions. He stated a meeting was conducted on September 11 with the neighborhood, and staff
is recommending the Council approve the implementation of the following items recommended
by the neighborhood:
1. Advisory sign for park for eastbound traffic.
2. Neighborhood education program.
3. Business and neighborhood pledge.
4. Speed enforcement.
5. Speed trailer.
6. Outside communications.
He stated the above items involve direct activity with the Public Safety Department, and this
would be the first phase. Suggestions have been made for the second phase, but staff would
prefer to have further discussion and review those items.
Russ Norha, 605 Queensland Lane, stated that he is one of the five volunteers that have been
meeting with staff. He indicated that the process is working, and he noted there is an excellent
facilitator from the Police Department.
Charlie McCarty, 17830 8th Avenue North, stated he is also involved with the meetings. He
thought there would more signage installed in the first phase. He stated there is a very close sign
on 8 Avenue and County Road 101. He thought this sign would be moved down 50-75 yards,
and there would be additional 30 mph signs. He indicated his support for the additional park
signage.
Tom Laitala, 18315 8th Avenue North, stated one of the factors which contribute to the speed on
8th Avenue is the speed of the vehicles on County Road 101. When motorists are travelling
approximately 60 mph on County Road 101, and they turn onto 8th Avenue and have to lower
their speed to 30 mph, it's very difficult.
Mayor Tierney commented the speed limit on County Road 101 is determined by the State, not
by the City.
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Public Works Director Moore stated it is not beneficial to install more signs whether it is for the
park area or the speed limit, as drivers tend to ignore more signs. He stated the current speed
limit sign has only been in place for two months, and it takes time to educate the drivers.
Motion was made by Councilmember Slavik, and seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to
implement the Phase One recommendations and order that a speed study be completed in May
2001 to determine the effectiveness of the program with a report made to the Council and a copy
being provided to the residents.
Councilmember Slavik recommended that staff consider installing a larger sign with the same
design near the neighborhood park.
Public Safety Director Gerdes noted that the City's speed trailer is being repaired. The City
could purchase an additional one to two speed trailers but they would need to be budgeted.
The Councilmembers thanked the residents in attendance for their participation in this process.
There being no further discussion and with all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
Reports and Recommendations
9.1) Sanitary Sewer Lift Station No. 2 Renovation Project at 34th Avenue and East
Medicine Lake Boulevard
Public Works Director Moore provided an update on the sanitary sewer lift station No. 2 at 34th
Avenue and East Medicine Lake Boulevard. He stated this project has necessitated the closing
of East Medicine Lake Boulevard at the construction site. This would be closed until November
17. A mailing would be provided to the neighborhood to keep them up-to-date.
Councilmember Brown stated there are some specific problems associated with this project
which includes how staff notifies residents and keeping them informed of the project, residents
receiving inaccurate information from the contractor, and residents being concerned with
emergency vehicle access. He requested to review the long-term notification to residents and
how those projects are managed by updating the residents.
Public Works Director Moore acknowledged that this has been a very difficult project, but staff
would provide another mailing to the residents.
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Councilmember Johnson stated she also received many calls from residents on this project. She
stated lack of information and wrong information is not conducive. She suggested that staff
identifies current projects in the City's newsletter, and she asked if there could be information on
the City's website and/or hotline number residents could utilize.
City Manager Johnson stated that staff concurs that Public Work's notifications need to be
reviewed. He stated there is a possibility a new policy could be enacted in the next few months.
Councilmember Black mentioned the amount of debris contained in the NURP pond on the east
end of Medicine Lake Boulevard. She requested staff to clean up that debris.
9.2) Consider Request of Cable Subscriber regarding Advertising on Channel 7 Program
Guide
Councilmember Slavik stated she received a complaint from a resident relating to the advertising
that was considered family appropriate on Channel 7. She requested the City send a letter to the
cable company to review their advertising to determine if it's family appropriate.
Motion was made by Councilmember Slavik, and seconded by Councilmember Brown, for the
City to send a letter to the cable company with a carbon copy to Northwest Cable Television.
With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
9.3) Association of Metropolitan Municipalities 2001 Legislative Policies
Councilmember Harstad requested this item be discussed at the October 24 Council meeting.
Adjournment
Motion was made by Councilmember Harstad, and seconded by Councilmember Black, to
adjourn the meeting at 10:47 p.m. With all members voting in favor, the motion carried.
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