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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
October 29, 1987
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.....
1. COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, November 2, 7:30 p.m. Regular City
Council meeting in City Council Chambers.
2. CITY GENERAL ELECTION -- Tuesday, November 3. Polls open from 7:00
a.m. - 8:00 P.M. esults of the November 3 election will be shown
live on channel 37. Coverage will begin at 8:00 p.m when polls
close and continue until the results are tabulated. Overall vote
totals as well as precinct results will be listed.
3. CANVASS ELECTION RESULTS -- Wednesday, November 4, 1987. The
Council will canvass city election results at 5:00 p.m.
4. TOWN MEETING -- Monday, November 9, 7:00 p.m. Town Meeting for Area
8 residents will be held in the City Council chambers.
5. NOVEMBER & DECEMBER CALENDARS -- Meeting calendars for November and
December are attached. -
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. LEGISLATIVE POLICY ADOPTION MEETINGS:
a. League of Minnesota Cities -- Wednesday, November 18. The
League's annual policy adoption meeting will be held at the
Sheraton -Midway, St. Paul beginning at 9:00 a.m. Again, League
policy statements and legislative proposals are on file in my
office for Council review. Member cities will be voting at the
conference to accept, or propose changes to the 1988 legislative
policies. A copy of the meeting notice is attached. (I -1a)
b. Association of Metropolitan Municipalities -- Due to a conflict
with another major conference for local officials, the AMM has
rescheduled its 1988 Policy Adoption meeting from Wednesday,
December 2 to Thursday, December 3. AMM officials have not
finalized specific arrangements for the meeting other than the
location, fax Restaurant in Minneapolis. A meeting notice will
be sent to AMM members in mid-November. Attached is a bulletin
on the meeting date change and other items of interest to AMM
members. (I -1b)
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
October 29, 1987
Page two
2. DEVELOPMENT SIGN -- On Friday, October 30 a City development sign
will be installed northwest of 54th Avenue and Nathan Lane.
Northwood Homes is requesting approval of a conditional use permit
and site plan. The site plan and conditional use permit is for 124
multifamily units in 16 buildings. These buildings are proposed to
be condominium buildings. This request will be heard by the
Planning Commission at their November 10, 1987 meeting.
3. MINUTES:
a. Planning Commission, October 14, 1987 (I -3a)
b. Plymouth Development Council, October 28, 1987 (I -3b)
4. SPEED ZONE STUDY - DUNKIRK LANE -- Attached is a letter from MnDOT
concerning the speed zone study on Dunkirk Lane, south of County
Road 47. The Commissioner will be issuing an order establishing a
30 mph speed limit for this portion of Dunkirk Lane. Appropriate
signage will be installed immediately south of County Road 47.
(I-4)
5. PARK COMMISSION RESIGNATION -- Park Commissioner Bruce Bauman has
submitted his resignation from the Park and Recreation Commission.
Bruce has accepted a position with a company located in the
Seattle/Tacoma area. A copy of his resignation addressed to Mayor
Schneider is attached. (I-5)
6. CONFERENCE/SEMINAR REPORT -- Dale Hahn attended the Minnesota
Finance fficers ssociation annual conference from October 14-16.
A copy of Dale's report is attached for the Council's information.
(I-6)
7. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMUNITY RELATIONS REPORT -- Third quarter
statistics for Public Safety community relations activities is
attached. Also included is a "Crime Alert" bulletin distributed to
residents of the Tyrell and Amhurst Additions on home break-ins.
(I-7)
8. PLYMOUTH EMPLOYEES -- I have received the following correspondence
on City employees:
a. Letter from Warren Isman, President, International Association
of Fire Chiefs, thanking Lyle Robinson for his contribution
to the passage of an amendment to the Uniform Building Code
requiring the sprinkling of certain apartment and hotel
properties. (I -8a)
b. Letter of appreciation from motorcylist to Police Officer Karen
Forslund for assistance provided. (I -8b)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL NENORANDUM
October 29, 1987
Page three
9. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Mr. Ben Stroh, President, Superior Ford, Inc., from
Fred Moore confirming discussions held on October 16 and 21
regarding the staging of the improvement projects for Nathan
Lane and 56th Avenue. Mr. Stroh's letter of October 9 in which
he requests a meeting with the City to discuss concerns with the
utility projects is also attached. (I -9a)
b. Letter from Steve Keefe, Metropolitan Council Chair, in response
to City Manager's letter of October 16 commenting on the Solid
Waste Policy Plan. (I -9b)
c. Letter from Chuck Smalley, Administrator, Wayzata Evangelical
Free Church, which conveys a letter the church mailed to
adjacent neighbors. The Church invited adjacent property owners
to an October 27 informational meeting on their proposed parking
lot addition and land development project. (I -9c)
d. Letter to Allen J. Perlman, Jr., from Mayor Schneider,
addressing Mr. Perlman's concern with an open storm sewer
culvert adjacent to his home. Mr. Perlman is advised that by
November 16 the City will install a barrier grate on both ends
of the storm sewer pipe. (I -9d)
e. Letter from ferry Behme, 5600 Vagabond Lane, to Al Cottingham,
requesting rescheduling of his Board of Zoning appeal to
December 7, 1987. At the October 19 Council meeting, Mr. Behme
had requested deferral until the November 2 meeting. (I -9e)
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Lm"C Policy Adoption Meeting
Have your say in city legislative
policies
The League of Minnesota Cities will adopt legislative
policies relating to cities on November 18, 1987.
Adopting policies in November will give League members
and lobbyists an opportunity to contact legislators and draft
legislation concerning policies before the Session begins.
The Policy Adoption Meeting will be at the Sheraton
Midway -St. Paul, off of Highway 94 (400 North Hamline
Avenue), on Wednesday, November 18, 1987, beginning at
9:00 a.m.
All member cities should make an effort to attend. Each
city has one vote.
There is no fee for this meeting.
The League will continue to hold the Legislative Confer-
ence at the beginning of each legislative session, to discuss
current issues and give city officials a chance to meet with
their legislators.
City:
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Agenda
9-10 a.m.
Registration (coffee and rolls)
9:15-9:45 a.m.
Pre -conference policy briefing
10 a.m.
Policy adoption
... lunch on your own ...
There is no fee for this meeting.
LMC Legislative Policy Adoption Meeting
Wednesday, Noornber 18, 1987
Sheraton Midway St. Paul
Contact Person:
Telephone d:
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Send registration to Gayle Brodt, League of Minnesota Cities, 183 University Ave. East, St. Paul,
MN 55101
Sheraton Midway- St. Paul
400 North Hamline, St. Paul, MN 55104
(612) 642-1234
Name
Representing
Address
City
League of Minnesota Cities
Policy Adoption Meeting
Novanber 18, 1987
To insure space/rate availability,
please respond prior to November 1, 1987.
Please Specify:
$56.00 + Tax Single (one Person)
State Zip
$56.00 +Tax Double (Two People)
I will arrive after 4:00 P.M. Please guarantee
the reservation with:
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Telephone #
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11Y league of minnesota cities
October 20, 1987
TO: Mayors, Manag and Clerks
FROM: Donald A. S1 Executive Director
RE: Regional Meeting Legislative Issues Voting Card Results
Over 1,300 city officials attended the League's 1987 regional meetings.
Meetings where held in Nashwauk, Menahga, Little Falls, Red Wing,
Preston, Owatonna, Marshall, Sleepy Eye, Glenwood/Starbuck, Mora,
Albertville, Red Lake Falls, and Moorhead.
At each regional meeting, city officials were requested to complete a
legislative issues voting card. The voting card asked 23 policy
position questions concerning the subjects discussed in several
issue papers prepared by League staff. The issue papers and voting
cards were mailed to all mayors, managers, and clerks prior to the
regional meetings. Several cities, unable to attend a regional
meetings, mailed in their city's voting card.
After tabulating the voting cards, a report on the results was prepared
for each LMC legislative policy committees. Enclosed is a copy of the
voting results for your review. The committees took these results into
consideration when drafting the 1988 Proposed City Policies and
Priorities. Your position on these issues was of vital importance to
each policy committee wrestling with tough policy questions.
However, your opportunity to participate in the development of the
League's 1988 Policies and Priorities for Legislative Action is not
over. The League's Policy Adoption Conference is scheduled for
November 18 at the Sheraton Midway Hotel in St. Paul. At the Policy
Adoption Conference, member cities will vote to accept, or propose
changes, to the 1988 legislative policies.
I hope you will attend the Policy Adoption Conference and bring your
city's perspective to the conference. If you plan to attend, please
return the enclosed registration form to Gayle Brodt at the League
office. There is no registration fee for the conference.
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LMC LEGISLATIVE ISSUES VOTING CARD RESULTS
Tax Increment Financing (TIF)
a51 Yes 1-69 No
Voting Equipment
33 Yes No
Local
Government
Election
Da
Transportation
Yes
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No
Land Use Legislation
-19 Support Oppose
Support T Oppose
L4 Support k!5 6 Oppose
55 Support 411 Oppose
11 Support Iy0 Oppose
1—� Support 19 E) Oppose
13,%
Support
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Oppose
Transportation
Funding
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Support
,ag
Oppose
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Support
Oppose
Support
11 D
Oppose
to
Support
Oppose
Support
115(a_
Oppose
Should the League introduce tax
increment finance legislation
Should the League oppose legis -
tion that would make current
voting equipment obsolete
Should the League oppose
legislation mandating a local
government election day
1. Separate Board of Adjustment
2. Change definition of undue
hardship
3. Requirement for comprehensive
plan
4. Prohibit conditional zoning
5. Zoning controls consistent
with comprehensive plan
6. Change the ability of cities
to extend subdivision
regulations
7. Fringe Area Growth Proposal
1. Metro Sales Tax
2. Gas Tax Increase
3. MVET Transfer/Dedication
4. Jurisdictional Reassignment
5. Changing the 62/29/9
allocation forumla
LMC LEGISLATIVE ISSUE VOTING CARD RESULTS (cont'd)
Homestead Credit Program
:11 Support Oppose
Levy Limit Legislation
a(0 1 Yes No
Changes to or new homestead
credit program
Should the League make the
removal of levy limits an
"AN priority
City Service Charges for Tax -Exempt Property
ay4 Yes No Should cities be able to
voluntarily impose service
charges on tax-exempt property
Relative Tax Burdens for Certain Types of Property
Residential Homestead taxes are:
- 4CI_ Too High a 11,0 About,Right L4 : Too Low
`Residential Nonhomestead/Apartment taxes are:
14 Too High ►a5 About Right _ax�>_ Too Low
Agricultural Homestead taxes are:
4 Too High 15Q About Right qL+ Too Low
Commercial/Industrial taxes are:
Too High qj F5 About Right jI _ Too Low
Local Option Taxes
_ Yes LI No Should the League support
local option taxes?
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association of
metropolitan
municipalities
October 23, 1987
TO: AMM Member Cities
FROM: Vern Peterson, Executive Director
Roger Peterson, Director of Legislative Affairs
RE: AMM Policy Adoption Meeting and Other Items
1. AMM POLICY ADOPTION MEETING DATE CHANGED TO DECEMBER 3RD:
The day and date for the 1987 AMM Policy Adoption Meeting has been
changed from Wednesday evening, December 2nd, to Thursday evening,
December 3rd. (The change is being made so as not to conflict with
a major conference on Natural Resources scheduled for December 2nd
at which Local Officials are the primary target audience.) The AMM
Policy Adoption Meeting is probably the most important annual event
for the AMM and we want to maximize attendance of our member city
officials. Many of the specific details for our meeting have not
been finalized as yet but it will be a dinner meeting at Jax
Restaurant in Minneapolis. In addition to adopting the 1988
Legislative Policy; Steve Keefe, Metropolitan Council Chair, will
be speaking (one of his famous 30 -minute speeches which he delivers
in only 10 minutes!) and we expect other noteables to attend as
well. We apologize for any inconvenience the change in dates may
cause but felt that it was best to do so under the before noted
circumstances and we hope you will mark your calendar for Thursday
evening, December 3rd. A meeting notice detailing the final
arrangements will be made in mid-November.
2. LOBBYING AND LEGISLATIVE ACCOUNTABILITY:
As was noted in our Bulletin of August 14th, the Board of Directors
established a special committee on legislative accountability to
grapple with the problem of legislative responsiveness (or lack
thereof) to the concerns of city officials and the AMM's
legislative program. Originally, the concept was seen as a kind of
a scorecard or tracking system of how Legislators voted on certain
bills and then relaying this information back to their city
officials. The special committee, chaired by Hamline Law Professor
and Golden Valley Councilmember Larry Bakken, has come to the
conclusion that what is really needed to improve "accountability"
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is a better internal and external communications system plus alot
more direct involvement of city officials in the AMM's lobbying
efforts. The Board of Directors will be addressing this issue and
committee recommendations at the Board meeting on November 5th.
More information will be forthcoming after that meeting and we do
hope that many of you will be willing to play a more active role in
AMM Lobbying efforts.
3. GROUP HOME SITING -PEER CONSULTATION SYSTEM-HENNEPIN COUNTY:
As was noted in the special bulletin to Hennepin County AMM member
cities of September 23rd, the AMM at the request of Hennepin County
is helping to set up a volunteer Peer Consultation System. It was
felt that cities dealing with the siting of a group home might feel
more comfortable accepting consultation on practical issues from
another city which had already experienced the process. The AMM's
role in this process was to solicit the "'experienced volunteer
consultants"' and make their names available to other cities and to
the Community Services Department of Hennepin County. A number of
cities and/or individuals responded to our request and the names of
individuals who have volunteered (or were volunteered?) are as
follows:
Mary Anderson
Mayor - Golden Valley
Phone # 588-8578
Craig Larsen
Planning Director - Edina
Phone # 927-8861
Ann Perry
Planning Director -Minnetonka
Phone # 933-2511
Mark Grimes
Director of Planning & Development
Phone # 593-8000
Lorinda Pearson
Human Services Manager -Bloomington
Phone # 881-5811 ext. 315
Liz Van Zomeren
Planner -Minneapolis City Hall
Phone # 348-6837
Blair Tremere
Director of Community Development -Plymouth
Phone # 559-2800
We sincerely thank the above individuals and their cities for
volunteering to help with this sensitive but important matter.
4. AMM OFFICE TO HAVE SEPARATE TELEPHONE NUMBER:
The AMM, after about 14 years of operation, will soon have its own
telephone number separate from the League of Minnesota Cities
(LMC). Our office will continue to be located on the 1st floor of
the LMC Building on University Ave. in St. Paul. Even though we
will have our telephone number, we will still be interconnected
through the LMC switchboard so calls can be transferred between the
two organizations for the convenience of member cities. The new
number is 227-4008 and should be operative prior to November 1st.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
OCTOBER 14, 1987
The Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was
called to order at 7:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Vice Chairman Pauba, Commissioners
Wire, Stulberg, Zylla and Marofsky
MEMBERS ABSENT: Chairman Steigerwald and Commissioner
Plufka
STAFF PRESENT: Planning Director Blair Tremere
Community Development Coordinator
Ray Anderson
Assistant City Engineer Sohn Sweeney
Planning Secretary Grace Wineman
*MINUTES
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner Wire MOTION TO APPROVE
to approve the September 22, 1987 Planning Commission
Minutes as submitted.
VOTE 5 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
*CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner Wire MOTION TO APPROVE
to approve the Consent Agenda, Item 7-C. Site Plan for
Michael McNeely, Pheasant Trail Townhouses for 24 multi-
family units, subject to the conditions listed in the Octo-
ber 7, 1987 staff report.
VOTE 5 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Coordinator Anderson explained that Mr. and Mrs. Robert
McAuliffe, have again requested deferral of their request to
the meeting of October 28, 1987. A letter confirming their
request is on file.
He also explained that a Public Hearing Notice was published
in the legal newspaper for Northwood Homes, for considera-
tion of a Conditional Use Permit by the Planning Commission
on October 14, 1987. The application was temporarily with-
drawn by Gair & Associates, the petitioner's consultants, in
their October 8, 1987 letter.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Vice Chairman Pauba introduced the request and an overview MARY SCHLENZ
of the October 7, 1987 staff report was presented by Co- CONDITIONAL USE
ordinator Anderson. PERMIT FOR A
CLASS II RESTAURANT
Vice Chairman Pauba called on the petitioner, she was not (87104)
present.
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Page 234
Planning Commission Minutes
October 14, 1987
Vice Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing, as there was
no one present to speak on the item, the Public Hearing was
closed.
It was the consensus of the Commission to take action on the
request.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner Wire MOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval for the Conditional Use Permit for
Mary Schlenz, to operate a Class II Restaurant in the B-3
Zoning District, located in the Cottonwood Plaza at the
southeast corner of County Road 9 and Vinewood Lane North,
subject to the conditions listed in the October 7, 1987
staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. Commissioner Marofsky, abstained. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION carried.
Vice Chairman Pauba introduced the request and an overview JOHN STENCEL
of the October 7, 1987 staff report was presented by Co- MUTUAL INVESTMENT
ordinator Anderson. PROPERTIES
SITE PLAN AND
Vice Chairman Pauba introduced fir. John Stencel, Mutual CONDITIONAL USE
Investment Properties, who had no questions or comments and PERMIT (87103)
stated he would answer any questions from the Commission.
Commissioner Wire inquired about the screening of the stor-
age area and the fence construction.
Mr. Stencel stated the fence would be an alternating board
fence, which meets the requirement for 90% opacity. He
noted that the storage will not exceed 6 ft. in height.
Commissioner Marofsky inquired if the fence will be at the
974 elevation and he confirmed that they would grade to the
silt fence in the northeast corner (the low, wet area) up to
the fence.
Vice Chairman Pauba read the letter submitted by Louis 0.
Werneke, Louis 0. Werneke Company, who is opposed to the
outside storage proposed for this site.
Commissioner Zylla inquired about the location of Mr.
Werneke's business relative to the proposed site. Coordina-
tor Anderson stated Mr. Werneke's business is on Lot 6, west
of the proposed site.
Commissioner Wire inquired about the building materials and
the painted accent colors. Mr. Stencel stated the perimeter
strip would be a natural tone; the building will be a
natural concrete color; and, anodized bronze will be used at
the entrance.
Page 235
Planning Commission Minutes
October 14, 1987
Commissioner Zylla inquired about the decision to leave the
building unpainted. Mr. Stencel stated this was an archi-
tectural decision; the owner had been given other alterna-
tives. He stated that this building will be similar to the
"Jude Candy" building at Highway 55 and Niagara Lane.
Commissioner Zylla stated his concern regarding an unpainted
building where adjacent buildings are painted and finished.
He could not support a proposal with an unfinished, un-
painted building which would not be compatible with other
buildings in the area. He suggested a brick front. He
noted that paint is a minimal expense and painting the
building would be in keeping with the neighboring
facilities.
Vice Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing.
Gary Henriksen, Lakeville, MN, owner of "3 -Mark", across
from the proposed site, emphasized the importance of paint-
ing the building. He inquired about the type of rooftop
equipment proposed. Coordinator Anderson explained this
would be air conditioning for the building.
Vice Chairman Pauba closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Zylla, MOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval for the Site Plan and Conditional Use
Permit for Mutual Investment Properties, subject to the
conditions listed in the October 7, 1987 staff report, add-
ing Condition No. 15., The building shall be painted and
finished to be compatible with buildings in the area.
MOTION by Commissioner Marofsky, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO AMEND
Wire to amend the Motion to add Condition No. 16., The fence
shall be placed at an elevation of 984 to provide adequate
screening for the west side of the site.
Roll Call Vote on Amendment. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - AMENDMENT
MOTION CARRIED
Commissioner Stulberg recommended a textual edit for
Condition No. 14., as follows: "The rooftop equipment shall
be visually screened with a wooden fence to be painted to
match the building, per Ordinance . . . ."
MOTION by Commissioner Marofsky, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO AMEND
Stulberg, to add Condition No. 17., The developer shall
maintain a 25 ft. area around the High Water Elevation on
the northeast corner of the site to provide additional
screening from the east and northeast; and, the silt fence
shall be moved beyond that area.
Page 236
Planning Commission Minutes
October 14, 1987
Mr. Stencel confirmed that the area for outside storage will
be reduced in size; and, the trees will be retained.
Roll Call Vote on second Amendment. 5 Ayes. MOTION
carried.
Roll Call Vote on Main Motion as twice Amended. 5 Ayes.
MOTION carried.
Vice Chairman Pauba introduced the request and an overview
of the October 7, 1987 staff report was presented by Co-
ordinator Anderson.
Commissioner Zylla inquired about the location of the 10 -
ft. setback for the free standing sign. Coordinator
Anderson explained the signage proposal.
Commissioner Marofsky stated he represents persons with
interests in surrounding property, and if the Commissioners
or the petitioners determine this could be a conflict, he
would step down. He was not asked to step down by either
the Commissioners or the petitioner's representative.
Commissioner Marofsky inquired about the temporary holding
pond that appears on the plans but is not referenced in the
Engineer's Memorandum.
Coordinator Anderson stated that, per the Director of Public
Works, it may not be necessary to provide the temporary pond
on this site.
Assistant City Engineer Sweeney stated that a permanent pond
is proposed for the Cottonwood Plaza site so that the tempo-
rary pond on this site would not be necessary.
Commissioner Marofsky noted that this pond is proposed, but
not approved, nor, according to what he understands, has it
been acquired. If the ponding area is not acquired by the
time this site is ready for development, would it not be
necessary to provide the temporary pond?
Engineer Sweeney stated that negotiations are taking place
and an agreement has been reached on a number of the
conditions. The owner is in the process of providing the
required area for ponding and has applied for the liability
insurance policy.
Sherman Goldberg, consultant for the developer of Cottonwood
Plaza, stated that the City Council will be addressing this
at their meeting on October 19, 1987.
VOTE - AMENDMENT
MOTION CARRIED
VOTE ON MAIN MOTION
AS AMENDED - MOTION
CARRIED
AMOCO OIL COMPANY
REZONING, GENERAL
DEVELOPMENT PLAN
PRELIMINARY PLAT
FINAL PLAT
CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT, SITE PLAN
AND VARIANCES (87062)
Page 237
Planning Commission Minutes
October 14, 1987
Vice Chairman Pauba stated that Commissioner Marofsky's
concern is well taken and is relevant to the Commission's
review of this proposal.
Vice Chairman Pauba introduced Mr. dim Filippi, North Star
Engineering, representing the petitioner. Mr. Filippi
explained that in 1967, Amoco Oil Company purchased the
61,000 sq. ft. property. Development of the property was
not possible through the next twenty years as utilities were
unavailable to the property. He explained the "acquisition
and taking" of right-of-way over the years reduced the area
by approximately 30%. He suggested this was significant to
the variance requests.
Mr. Filippi explained the site plan and pump island layout.
He stated that the store is not of the magnitude of a Holi-
day station or Super America. He explained the layout for
the carwash facility. The site is designed for convenience.
With regard to the Variance requests, the proposed pump
island design with a 22 ft. drive aisle is necessary to ac-
commodate the standard canopy used at other Amoco stations.
The canopy columns are set for the 22 ft. drive aisle, not
the 24 minimum required by Ordinance. There should be no
problem with vehicle access to the pumps.
The sign variance for a 10 ft. setback from the property
line versus 20 ft. required by Ordinance is needed because
of property "taken" for the trail easement.
He further explained the parking and drive layout.
Mr. Filippi stated the ponding can be handled; they will
leave that to be decided by the City.
He presented the building and signage plan. He noted the
proposed sign meets the maximum surface area of 96 sq. ft.
allowed by Ordinance and is also the size of signs at their
other stations in Plymouth.
Coordinator Anderson noted that the computations arrived at
by the City and the petitioner do not match. The City's
computations indicate that 140 sq. ft. of surface area is
proposed for the free standing sign. He reviewed the fig-
ures used for the surface area of the proposed sign. Mr.
Filippi explained their interpretation of the Zoning Ordin-
ance requirements for maximum signage.
Mr. Filippi stated that the stacking plan showing six cars
per lane would mean that a person could wait up to 30
minutes to use a pump; people won't wait that long; and,
the plan provides for more cars than studies show will leave
the site during the afternoon peak hours. He stated that
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October 14, 1987
the Ordinance applies to banking facilities where people are
committed to that facility; whereas, gasoline is a
convenience market.
Coordinator Anderson pointed out that the issue is not
whether the required vehicle stacking is reasonable for gas
stations; but whether they can met the Ordinance variance
standards. If the standards are in question, the Ordinance
should be amended.
Mr. Filippi stated they are taking this approach to show
these conflicts; if it were not for the 20 ft. trail ease-
ment, they would not have these problems. This is a unique
situation because 30% of this property has been taken for
right-of-way and by easement; so, in effect, the hardship
imposed is justification for granting the variances.
Vice Chairman Pauba stated that because Amoco held this
property for so many years, it would be reasonable for them
to assume there would be right-of-way required for streets
and roads needed to get customers to the station, especially
near a freeway.
Mr. Filippi stated that road right-of-way was expected, but
this site is being penalized more than the Cottonwood Plaza
site, and the amount taken is not warranted. He pointed out
the areas in question.
Vice Chairman Pauba inquired about other stations with simi-
lar site layouts, as this site plan seems very confined.
Mr. Filippi offered that similar site layouts can be found
at 54th and Lyndale, 3rd St. and Franklin Ave., Bellaire
Ave. in White Bear Lake, 85th and Xylon in Brooklyn Park,
and many other similar sites.
Commissioner Zylla stated that this proposal contains the
most variance requests he has seen. He can understand the
concern regarding the loss of land area to acquisition, how-
ever, he questions the lack of acceptance of alternatives,
especially since they have the land.
Mr. Filippi stated it may be possible to meet the 10 ft.
setbacks required for building to parking and building to
drive aisles; they disagree with the figures used by staff
to measure surface area for the free standing sign and
believe the sign does comply with the Ordinance standards;
they could consider eliminating one canopy sign; and, this
could eliminate four of the variance requests. He stated
that moving the service center would gain them nothing
because of the narrow property; and, re -orienting the gas
pumps would affect other requirements.
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October 14, 1987
Commissioner Zylla stated he has seen many cases where crea-
tive people can and do solve these problems. He believes
that redesign will allow this development to happen.
Mr. Filippi stated if they were allowed the drive from Vine -
wood Lane, they could turn the pumps; however, the location
of the drive makes this impossible. The traffic report
recommends against locating drive access from Vinewood Lane.
Engineer Sweeney confirmed that Vinewood Lane is a minor
collector on the Thoroughfare Guide Plan and will carry a
substantial amount of traffic.
Director Tremere stated that the City must look at more than
just this site when taking into consideration the other uses
in the area. The distance of the curb cut from County Road
9 was a problem in the traffic study.
Mr. Filippi confirmed for Commissioner Stulberg that eight
vehicles can access the gas pumps at any one time.
Commissioner Wire inquired if there is adequate parking for
the service center? Mr. Filippi confirmed they exceed the
number of parking spaces required.
Commissioner Marofsky inquired about building materials,
colors, and finish. Mr. Filippi stated the building would
be glazed brick and black fascia for signage. He confirmed
they will meet the Ordinance requirements for the trash
enclosure.
Commissioner Wire inquired how transport trucks will be
handled. Mr. Filippi stated that transport trucks, as seen
on other Amoco sites, can maneuver on the site with no prob-
lem. They will only be on site during evening or off-peak
hours.
Commissioner Wire stated that gas storage in the traffic
areas would be a concern.
Vice Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing, as there was
no one to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was closed.
Commissioner Marofsky noted that the plat graphics were not
provided to the Commission. Coordinator Anderson confirmed
that graphics submitted to the Commission were those pro-
vided by the petitioner; the plat graphics were not
included.
Mr. Filippi stated that copies of an earlier preliminary and
final plat were submitted to the City some time ago; they
did not feel it necessary to re -submit them.
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October 14, 1987
Coordinator Anderson confirmed there had been changes to the
plat and plans concerning right-of-way since the original
submittal.
Director Tremere stated that the preliminary plat, rezoning,
and final plat were reviewed by the planning staff and mem-
bers of the Deelopment Review Committee and there are no
variances involved with these items; however, in light of
the concerns regarding right-of-way which is part of the
plat, the Commission may wish to defer their recommendations
and review the requests as total package. He further stated
there would be no undue delay for the platting actions, as
the issuance of building permits are tied to the site plan
approval.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner
Wire to recommend denial of the Variance requests and direc-
tion for redesign for Amoco Oil Company, based on the
reasons stated in the October 7, 1987 staff report.
Commissioner Stulberg stated he could support variances for
the 22 ft. drive aisle; the 3 ft. setback for building to
parking; and, could consider two canopy signs. He noted
that the free standing sign, because of the nature of its
design, may prove to have less surface area. He cannot sup-
port the vehicle stacking plan as submitted by the petition-
er. He expressed concern regarding traffic circulation for
the overall site.
Commissioner Marofsky concurred with the exception that, he
does not believe the variance should be granted for the
second canopy sign.
Commissioner Wire stated he could not support the variance
for the 22 ft. drive aisle. He agrees there should be only
one canopy sign; and, he is concerned with the circulation
pattern on this site. He asked if the pylon sign was a
"stock" sign.
Mr. Filippi stated that the sign was stock, and it is the
smallest. He said the Commission is looking at the "worst
possible scenario" concerning the stacking plan. He stated
common sense should be used, as customers will make the
decision to enter the site; and, they will pass by if they
feel they would be inconvenienced by having to wait for
service.
Commissioner Zylla stated he supports the Motion to deny the
Variance requests. He would not support the 22 ft. drive
between the gas pump islands; the 3 ft. setback for building
to parking; nor, the 5 ft. setback between the building and
the drive aisle. He could support the variance for two
canopy signs. He cannot support the vehicle stacking plan
as proposed by the petitioner.
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October 14, 1987
Vice Chairman Pauba stated he could support the 22 ft. drive
aisle and the setback variances. He concurs with Commis-
sioner Stulberg regarding the design of the free standing
sign and calculation of surface area; however, he cannot
support a variance for two canopy signs and does not support
the stacking plan submitted by the petitioner.
Director Tremere stated concern regarding the need for fact-
ual information concerning statements made about public
agencies "taking" land from this site. He noted that the
public buys land and compensates the property owner; the
public condemns land and an award is made; or, the property
owners grant land of their own free will.
The circumstances of the acquisition of land from this site
will be checked before the application goes forward to City
Council.
Director Tremere stated that approval for signage should not
be based on approvals given other facilities under previous
Zoning Ordinance regulations. He asked for clarification
regarding the sign area calculation, noting that if there is
no variance granted by the Council with the Site Plan appro-
val, the Building Official calculates the square footage
using Ordinance standards; if there is a dispute on the
calculations, the Board of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals
would handle that appeal. The square footage as allowed by
granting a variance should be made clear for the Building
Official.
Commissioner Stulberg stated no variances are implied as
approved.
Director Tremere stated that the trail easement and right-
of-way requirements are based on the Subdivision Code and
are not unreasonable requirements. The petitioner's concern
regarding ponding, and equity because of other developmental
impacts, may be valid. The City Council should address
these matters.
Director Tremere explained that the stacking requirement is
a separate function from the traffic study and the Ordinance
requirements are founded on past experience with gasoline
station sites.
Mr. Filippi stated that deferral is requested to allow them
to meet with staff to work on the issues, given the Commis-
sion position on the Site Plan.
MOTION by Commissioner Marofsky, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO TABLE
Stulberg to table further consideration of this application
for two weeks.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - NOTION CARRIED
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October 14, 1987
Commissioner Zylla suggested the petitioner discuss their
plans for a glazed brick building with neighboring property
owners to ascertain if the building will be compatible with
other buildings in the area.
Vice Chairman Pauba called a 5 minute Recess at 9:25 P.M. RECESS
NEW BUSINESS
Vice Chairman Pauba introduced the request and an overview BOULDER PROPERTIES
of the October 7, 1987 staff report was provided by Coordin- INC./SITE PLAN AND
ator Anderson. VARIANCE (87100)
Vice Chairman Pauba introduced Mr. George Daniels, Boulder
Properties, Inc., who had no questions or comments.
NOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Vice Chairman MOTION TO APPROVE
Pauba to recommend approval for the Site Plan and Variance
for the bank facility to be located at the southeast corner
of County Road 9 and Vinewood Lane, subject to the condi-
tions listed in the October 7, 1987 staff report.
Vote. 4 Ayes. Commissioner Marofsky, abstained.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner Wire
to recommend approval of the Site Plan, subject to the
conditions listed in the October 7, 1987 staff report.
There was no one present to represent this consent agenda
item.
Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Oirector Tremere showed slides of real estate signs seen
throughout the City, some of which were in the public right-
of-way. Director Tremere noted that an informational letter
was sent to area realtors on September 1, 1987, explaining
the use and placement of temporary real estate signs. He
stated that most of the realtors who called understand
problems arise with signs placed in the public right -of -
say. Many voiced a need to erect signage to direct the home
buyers to their product off the site of the house for sale.
He related the problems of City manpower to fully enforce
these sign regulations; and, that no permit is required for
temporary real estate signs. The City Council has directed
that the issue of off-site real estate signage be dealt with
and that a Public Hearing be held so that realtors and other
interested parties are allowed to speak on this item.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
*MICHAEL McNEELY
PHEASANT TRAIL
TOWNHOMES/SITE PLAN
(87017)
MOTION TO APPROVE
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
REVIEW OF TEMPORARY
REAL ESTATE SIGNS
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October 14, 1987
Director Tremere stated that many "Parade of Homes" signs
were taken down this year. Perhaps the industry can regu-
late itself and the Ordinance is too restrictive.
Commissioner Wire stated he can see where these signs could
be possible safety hazards and nuisances; and, if they are a
safety hazard, the police or Community Service Officers
could remove them. To place signs off site, the realtor
must secure the permission of the property owners, and after
an established period of time, the property owner should
remove the sign if the reactor fails to do so. He does not
believe a Public Hearing is warranted; the Ordinance is
clear in its requirements, and those signs which would be
Judged to be safety hazards because of being placed in the
public right-of-way should be removed.
Commissioner Stulberg believes the City can enforce the
regulations set forth in the present Ordinance, as needed.
Commissioner Marofsky stated that the property owner would
be held responsible for signage placed on his property with
his permission. Taking away any regulations will cause more
problems.
Director Tremere stated that the City's potential liability
problem is when drivers and pedestrians can't safely proceed
through an intersection because signage is hampering their
visibility, and the City has an Ordinance prohibiting such
signs which is not enforced.
Vice Chairman Pauba stated that there is no problem with
signs on private property with the owner's permission; and,
this is allowed for in the Ordinance. Realtors who wrote to
express their concern regarding Ordinance regulation, could,
in -lieu of a Public Hearing, be asked to list what they
believe to be their needs.
Discussion ensued regarding publishing a proposed amendment
for review. Director Tremere reiterated the Council's
desire that staff and the Planning Commission address this
issue with an appropriate Ordinance Amendment.
It was the consensus of the Commission that the Ordinance
language provides for that signage deemed necessary for the
sale of homes and property; those signs that constitute
safety hazards would be removed by City personnel.
Commissioner Stulberg recommended that the Ordinance not be
amended; he would vote "no" on a recommendation to amend the
Ordinance regarding temporary real estate signs. However,
the direction is for staff to draft an amendment and subject
it to Public Hearing.
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October 14, 1987
Director Tremere stated this would be done soon.
PUBLIC HEARING
Vice Chairman Pauba introduced the Zoning Ordinance Amend -
went regarding Waste Facilities.
Commissioner Marofsky inquired about the definition for
"Hazardous" Waste. Director Tremere stated the definition
would remain as written.
Director Tremere reviewed the added definitions for garbage,
rubbish, solid waste, and the additional language to "waste
facility".
Vice Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing, and upon
determining that no one was present to speak on this item,
he closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Marofsky inquired about "liquid" waste. Direc-
tor Tremere noted that "liquid" is included in the defini-
tion for Rubbish/Waste Products and under hazardous waste,
but of itself is not defined.
Commissioner Wire inquired about the control of odors.
Director Tremere stated that odor control is addressed by
the Zoning Ordinance and in the City Code.
Commissioner Marofsky stated that the definition for rubbish
seems to be the same as that for garbage. Director Tremere
explained that the language is based on the need for regula-
tion of process facilities and by progression of the defini-
tions. He stated that the key language is in the definition
for "solid waste".
Commissioner Marofsky stated concern that notification
should be made to property owners who are more than 1,000
ft. from a proposed facility. Director Tremere stated that
1,000 ft. exceeds the State requirement by three times.
Commissioner Marofsky recommended that the those properties
within a quarter mile minimum should be notified.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner
Stulberg to recommend approval of the Amendments to the
Zoning Ordinance concerning waste, and waste facilities;
and, in Section 9, Subdivision D., 2., d., change 1,000
ft., to 1,320 ft.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. MOTION carried.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:20 P.M.
ZONING ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT REGARDING
WASTE FACILITIES
MINUTES
PLYMOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
October 28, 1987
PRESENT: Peter Pflaum, Lundgren Brothers Construction Company; Greg Frank,
McCombs -Knutson; Marlin Grant, Marvin Anderson Construction Co.;
Fred Haas, Marvin Anderson Construction Co.; Sherm Goldberg,
consulting engineer; Don Myron, Don Myron Realty; Bob Burger,
Burger Development Group; Fran Hagen, Westwood Planning &
Engineering; and City Staff Members, Blair Tremere,
John Sweeney, Ray Anderson, and Scott McLellan
I. FOLLOW UP ON ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENTS -- Blair Tremere explained the
recent building ordinance amendments regarding waste facilities which are
now classified as a conditional use in the Planned Industrial Zoning
District. He said there were some additional future items identified by the
City Council and Planning Commission which were largely housekeeping items
and the Development Council would be kept informed as those were considered
at a public hearing. He reviewed the ordinance amendments approved earlier
this year which provide for a limited amount of administrative approval of
certain non-residential development plans. Bob Burger suggested that
interested parties should become familiar with the ordinance requirements so
that they can take advantage of this streamlined review process.
II. ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW TASK FORCE REPORT -- Bob Burger reported that the task
force appointed by the City Counch had completed its work, and had
communicated its findings to the Planning Commission. He distributed the
October 22, 1987 transmittal letter. Blair Tremere reviewed the letter and
the findings of the task force. He said the Planning Commission will be
considering it at their October 28 meeting and will then determine whether
to have a public hearing or whether to Just discuss it at a future study
meeting.
Bob Burger stated that he and two other developers had been involved with
the task force and he asked that the Development Council take action to
endorse the process as completed so far. There was a MOTION by Peter
Pflaum, seconded by Don Myron, to endorse the report as contained in the
October 22, 1987 transmittal letter regarding the findings of the Building
Aesthetic Task Force. The motion passed unanimously.
III. STATUS REPORT ON BUILDING INSPECTION AND PERMIT ISSUANCE TURN AROUND TIME --
Bob Burger reiterated that the building plan review time had been cut
substantially, and that the Building Inspection Department had additional
manpower to facilitate the response time for inspections. Assistant Build-
ing Official Scott McLellan explained the procedure and lists now used for
both plan checking and for determining when work is ready for inspection.
He said the plan check time, particularly for residential plans, had been
substantially reduced and rarely took longer than five days. He described
the process including the screening of those applications which are not in
order. Priority is given to those plans which are in order.
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October 28, 1987
Page two
He explained that the new field inspector had reduced the response time
substantially since now there are two field inspectors whose primary respon-
sibility is residential inspection, while another is primarily responsible
for non-residential work. Coverage of the city is much improved.
Fred Haas stated that there were some instances with their firm, where they
had to wait for footing inspections sometimes up to two days. Scott
McLellan stated that Fred should let him or Joe Ryan know when that occurs
since the response time generally has been much shorter. Blair Tremere
advised that the builders can help at that stage by calling the city before
the concrete for the footings is scheduled. The city standard has been and
now is, a twenty-four hour response time for virtually all inspections.
IV. PROPOSED CHANGES TO ENGINEERING GUIDELINES FOR STREET CONSTRUCTION
REQUIREMENTS -- b Burger referred to the materials attached to the agenda,
namely the October 12, 1987 memorandum from Public Works Director Fred
Moore. The sheet, "Recommended changes to present City Engineering Guide-
lines" dated October 9, 1987 was reviewed in detail. John Sweeney explained
that the City had hired a consultant who had recently completed a pavement
management study relative to the City streets. He reviewed the findings of
the study which served as a basis for the recommendations for changing the
engineering guidelines.
Extensive discussion ensued. Bob Burger expressed concern that the changes
would result in additional expenses. Sherm Goldberg stated that the first
recommendation regarding tests should not be a problem since that normally
is done now and does not represent a major additional expense.
Greg Frank stated, however, that his concern is with the proposal for addi-
tional three feet granular material and the requirement that provisions be
made so that house drainage systems tie into the street drainaqe system. He
said that that would be very expensive and could be problematical later on.
Sherm Goldberg said that he considered the granular fill requirement to
exceed normal requirements including those of MnDOT.
Further discussion ensued, particularly regarding the recommendations on
storm drainage. Fran Hagen expressed concern with long term and
indiscriminate use of the policy particularly as to requirements for
granular materials.
John Sweeney clarified the difference between the findings of the
consultant's report and the engineer's recommendations.
Greg Frank reiterated his concerns about the three foot granular material
standard.
Peter Pflaum said that more time was needed for the Development Council to
review this and that the City Council should be asked to table the item.
PLYMOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
October 28, 1987
Page three
Bob Burger stated that someone should represent the Development Council at
the City Council meeting on Monday, November 2.
Peter Pflaum said that there are some evidence of substantial cost impacts
with this policy and that the city should also be concerned about possible
liability problem with houses tied into the system and there are back ups in
the storm sewer system.
Fran Hagen inquired whether the City realizes the potential costs which
might be involved with city projects.
Bob Burger commented that there might be long term maintenance problems,
especially with the drainage system and tie-in's to homes. Fran Hagen
agreed and said that there might even be long term concerns about rodents
who could nest in a storm drainage system.
Marlin Grant asked whether this policy format had been adopted in other
communities; Sherm Goldberg stated that most cities have a policy with such
standards that can be implemented where they are necessary, i.e., the
standards are not adopted across the board.
Greg Frank inquired whether the study included age of street, and Sohn
Sweeney acknowledged that it did. Greg Frank stated that it is important to
account for the expected life of street. Sherm Goldberg explained the back-
ground which lead to the report.
Bob Burger concluded that while the recommendation regarding testing is not
a major concern, there are concerns with the other three items.
MOTION by Bob Burger, seconded by Marlin Grant, to recommend to the City
Council that action on the recommended changes to the Engineering Guidelines
be deferred, because of the broad implications of the policy and the
potential economic affect; the purpose of the deferral is so that the
Development Council can review the report and present a formal response at a
later date. The Development Council concludes that full analysis of the
proposed changes is extremely important to the orderly development of the
city.
The motion passed unanimously.
Bob Burger appointed a subcommittee consisting
Sherm Goldberg, and himself, to coordinate the
changes. He said the purpose of the review
problem really is and how it can be effectively
V. OTHER BUSINESS
of Fran Hagen, Greg Frank,
review of the recommended
is to determine where the
solved.
Bob Burger stated that he continues to have concerns with the city lot
coverage requirement of 20% maximum for all structures including decks.
Marlin Grant commented that 20% seems too little. Bob Burger agreed, but
stated the City had thoroughly reviewed this on several occasions and had
PLYMOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL
October 28, 1987
Page four
concluded that the 20% was an appropriate standard. Variances, however,
have not been granted regularly and adjustments to Planned Unit Development
Plan are not easy. He said that the standard tends to conflict with market
conditions where people do seek to have larger homes. He recounted the
history of the standard, noting that it was based upon the city's typical
minimum lot size of 18,500 sq. ft. (still the city conventional standard).
This preceded planned unit developments with smaller lots.
Fran Hagen recalled, however, that the City at one time had political
problems in allowing lots significantly smaller than 18,500 sq. ft. and that
today, one can find lots which are smaller. He suggested that the 20%
standard played a part in developing community acceptance of the smaller
lots.
Bob Burger stated that the real problem is including decks and covered
patios. He suggested that the Development Council pursue this again with
the City.
Blair Tremere responsed to a question from Bob Burger, stating that the
Development Council should draft its concern citing specific instances and
providing research so that the Planning Commission and Council can see what
alternatives there might be. He said that it's conceivable that one option
would be no standard, but that is not likely. While the 20% figure might
seem arbitrary, it does represent the standard that is reflected in the
physical layout of the residential neighborhoods. Bob Burger commented that
ordinances and requirements from other cities would be helpful and Blair
Tremere responded that perhaps developers who work in other cities could qet
a copy of those requirements so they could be analyzed.
Blair Tremere also recalled that the City Council had been firm in its find-
ing the last time this was discussed, and that a sound case needs to be
developed before concerns are identified as a major issue which does not
have a solution.
Bob Burger said that he may appoint a subcommittee to coordinate this and it
would be helpful for city staff to identify the number of times residents
come back to get permits for decks or patios after the home is built.
Marlin Grant indicated that the Minnesota Homebuilders are reviewing
ordinances of a number of communities and that this could be one of the
items they would check for.
In other business, Bob Burger stated that the Development Council committee
is still talking to the City Public Safety Department staff about fire
sprinkler ordinance changes. He said that Marlin Grant had provided some
additional information which was being reviewed. There will be another
meeting with the City on this matter and that he will keep Development
Council members informed.
Bob Burger stated that the next meeting will be in late Oanuary.
The meeting adjourned at 9:12 a.m.
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October 19, 1987
Fred G. Moore, Public Works Director
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Re: Speed Zoning - Dunkirk Lane
City of Plymouth
Dear Mr. Moore:
The traffic engineering study on Dunkirk Lane, which was requested
in your September 23 letter to Bill Crawford, has been completed.
Based on the study results, we have recommended authorization of a
30 mph speed limit for Dunkirk Lane from County Road 47 to a point
approximately one mile south of County Road 47.
This recommendation will be reviewed by the state traffic engineer
who will then issue a formal speed limit authorization to Plymouth.
Please contact Ed Brown (593-8549) at this office if there are any
questions concerning either the study or our recommendation.
Sincerely,
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Dear Mayor Schneider,
I regret to inform you that I will be unable to complete my term as commissioner
on the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission. I have accepted a position
with a new company that will necessitate relocating to the Seattle/Tacoma area
in Washington. I would like to thank you for the opportunity to serve on PRAC.
I found it very rewarding to be a part of the park development effort in Plymouth
and to work with such a fine parks and recreation staff.
Sincerely,
Bruce D. Bauman
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TOTAL COST: $284.40
PURPOSE/THEME OF CONFERENCE: Minnesota Finance Officers Association Annual
Conference. There were numerous sessions running concurrently throughout the
three days. Of the sessions I attended, the ones I found of primary interest
were on special assessment funds reporting, governmental accounting standards
board update, and safekeeping and trust services.
The special assessment fund reporting session dealt primarily with the
elimination and reclassification of all the city's special assessment funds.
These funds, which today are known as special assessment funds, under future
reporting guidelines would be split and reclassified part to debt service
funds and part to construction funds. It will be necessary for the City to
perform this reclassification if we wish to continue to conform to the Annual
Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting. I have
received various materials and guidelines from the session which will aid me
in making this adjustment.
The governmental accounting boards update focused primarily on issues
affecting cities such as reporting for changes in risk retention levels and
other self insurance pools. As the city moves into increased retention
levels, different reporting standards will have to be met to disclose the full
exposure to the city.
The safekeeping and trust session focused primarily on the city designating a
particular trust for holding or safekeeping its various investments. To be in
conformance with the guidelines established by the Governmental Accounting
Standards Board, it will be necessary for the City to establish such a trust.
The establishment of this trust will provide the City additional security as
well as expediting various fund transfers for purchases and sales.
DESCRIBE BENEFIT TO EMPLOYEE/CITY: It is necessary for the City to be current
on the various financial reporting requirements I have outlined above. These
changes in financial reporting are mandated by the Government Finance Officers
Association which insists on uniform financial reporting throughout the United
States and Canada. This uniformity is very important for proper credit
analysis by Standard and Poors and Moody's Investors Service. In addition to
the valuable information received from the various sessions, of equal
importance, is the interaction between fellow finance officers. This
interaction involves sharing of ideas in areas such as risk management,
computer usage, investment procedures, financial reporting, and numerous other
exchanges which I believe are valuable to assure that the City of Plymouth
remains in a very positive and forward position.
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October 8, 1967
Mr. Lyle Robinson
8056 Xenia Avenue
Brooklyn Park, MN 55433
Dear Mr. Robinson:
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Along with "Congratulations on a job well done" I would like to express
my sincere thanks for your personal contribution to the successful passage
of the recent Uniform Building Code Amendment requiring the sprinkling of
certain apartment and hotel properties.
The active participation of people like yourself in coordination with the
excellent planning accomplished by the Fire Safety Codes and Standards
Committee and the Operation Life Safety team proves once again that the
International Association of Fire Chief can effect major life safety
changes by directing its resources in a team effort.
You should feel personally proud of your contribution to this effort!
Hopefully the future will bring additional opportunities for us to work as
effectively together.
Sincerely,
Chief Warren E. Isman
President
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October 22, 1987
Mr. Ben Stroh, President
Superior Ford, Inc.
9700 56th Avenue North
Plymouth, Minnesota 55442
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Subject: Nathan Lane/56th Avenue Improvements
MG Astleford Company
Dear Ben:
This letter will confirm our meeting of Friday, October 16 and of Wednesday,
October 21 concerning the improvement project which is underway adjacent to your
Ford Car Dealership at the intersection of County Road 18 and Bass Lake Road.
These improvements are being constructed by the Developer, MG Astleford, in
accordance with a Development Contract between the City and Mr. Astleford. These
improvements could not be undertaken until recently when sanitary sewer was made
available, although the land was platted over ten years ago. Also in attendance
at our meeting yesterday was a representative from the contractor and the
engineer for the Developer on the project.
As you are aware, the City has requested that the contractor cooperate as much as
possible in order that acceptable access can be maintained to yours and the
Walser Chevrolet Car Dealership. As a result of your October 9 letter, the
contractor has revised their phasing of the project in order to accommodate
better access and maintain access from County Road 10 as long as possible. As we
agreed to yesterday, the portion of Nathan Lane going Southerly from County Road
10 will not be disturbed unless the contractor has guaranteed that they will have
the portion of 56th Avenue re -paved this construction season. If the weather has
not been satisfactory to do the street construction immediately following the
utility construction, they will not begin work on the portion of Nathan Lane.
The contractor is also maintaining a temporary access road along a portion of
56th Avenue to provide access from Bass Lake Road during the first phases of the
construction.
If at any time you feel the contractor is not communicating properly with you, or
the City can be of further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
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cc: V�ames G. Willis, City Manager
Peter Bishop - Hill and Associates
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
Phone (612) 559-9111
Superior Ford, Inc.
9700 - 56th Avenue North
County Road 18 & Bass Lake Road
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55442
October 9, 1987
Mr. Fred Moore
Director of Public Works
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd
Plymouth, Mn 55447
Dear Mr. Moore,
When I came to work today there was a sign on the corner of 56th Ave and
Nathan Lane that said."Road would be closed October 13th". Needless to say
employees have asked numerous questions and customers have called as to how
they will be able to get to us. I believe that this type of sign should
not be put up without instructions as to how access will be made available
to businesses. Furthermore, I don't believe the sign should have been put up
without affected businesses being notified. I specifically requested this
in my letter to you of October 5th.
I have been told by Al Johnson of M.G. Astleford that the sign was put up in
error and in the wrong location. I met with Al Johnson late this morning
regarding the improvements that are being constructed along 56th Ave No and
Nathan Lane this fall. As you are aware from my letter of October 5th, we
have a large concern that access must be provided at all time for our busi-
ness and the other businesses in this area. Additionally we are concerned
that, because the construction is being started in the fall, a permanent
access road is necessary before this winter for us and the other businesses
in the area to maintain our operations.
This project will require proper signing and coordination to insure adequate
access and detouring. Mr. Johnson was very cooperative and understanding of
our concerns. I offered a number of suggestions which he indicated he would
review. I also indicated to Mr. Johnson that I would review all the infor-
mation with Greg Frank of McCombs -Knutson and put in writing our understand-
ings and concerns. I met with Greg Frank early afternoon and this letter
is the result of our meeting.
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The following is our understanding of the construction schedule including
our suggestions. We have indicated the construction in stages with indi-
cated time tables and have also attached a separate schedule of suggested
signs by stage of construction.
Stage One - Approximately 2 Weeks
Utility construction along 56th Ave N from the Service Road (on the
east side of Superior Ford's site below the hill) to the western
side of Superior Ford western access driveway (Superior Ford's back
driveway). Superior Ford and Walser Chevrolet access for Stage One
will be from County Road 10 via Nathan Lane and 56th Ave N west of
Superior Ford's back driveway. The Contractor will provide a tem-
porary gravel driveway (with dirt control measures) from 56th Ave N
to our back driveway and also the back driveway of Walser Chevrolet.
Stage Two - Approimately I Week
Utility construction from Superior Ford's back driveway to the inter-
section of Nathan Lane and 56th Ave N. This stage will not be
initiated until a gravel surface (with dirt control measures) is
constructed over the Stage One from the frontage road through eastern
driveway (Superior Ford & Walser Chevrolet front driveways), so that
our access will then be from County Road 18 to 49th Ave N and then
the frontage road.
Stage Three - Approximately 1 Week
This will include street construction (curbs, gravel, and blacktop)
over the Stage One and Stage Two areas. This must be completed this
fall so that we will have reasonable access for the winter and spring.
Before this stage is started, a temporary gravel access will be con-
structed from the intersection of Nathan Lane and 56th Ave N to the
back driveways of Superior Ford and Walser Chevrolet in the boulevard
areas of 56th Ave N.
Stage Four - Approximately 2 Weeks
Stage Four is the utility construction on Nathan Lane. During this
stage access for Superior Ford and Walser Chevrolet will be from the
frontage road (via 49th Ave N). During Stage Four, we understand
the possibility of Astleford Company moving dirt across 56th Ave N
as part of the grading for the area between our site and Nathan Lane.
Stage Five - Approximately 1 week
Stage Five will include the street construction along Nathan Lane.
This must be done this fall so that we would have both of our en-
trances open at the time that Stage Three is completed. If weather
conditions are such that there is frost in the ground, and it appears
that Stage Five will not be able to be completed this fall, then we
suggest that Stages Four and Five be postponed until next summer.
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The approximate estimate of the five stages is seven weeks. Mr. Al Johnson
indicated that construction is expected to start October 13th and ends seven
weeks later which would be December 1st.
Mr. Johnson indicated that they would be having as many men as possible work
on the project. He also indicated that at times access to Superior Ford and
Walser Chevrolet can be cut off totally from either direction as the stages
indicate and that if a limited number of temporary roads need be constructed
that the project would take less time. I strongly urge that every effort be
put forth to speed the construction as quickly as possible and our interest
is to cooperate in any way possible. Our concerns again are that we are
communicated with and made aware what is happening and our greatest concern
is that blacktopping and curbing not be able to be completed this fall and
gravel road being the access for the six to seven months of winter and spring.
Since the majority of the traffic coming to the Dealerships comes from High-
way 10 down Nathan Lane we recommend that this roadway be closed as little
as possible.
This information has not been discussed by me with anyone from Walser Chevro-
let although I understand Al Johnson was trying to reach someone there on
Friday, October 9th.
I believe most of this information was reviewed by me with Al Johnson verbally
the morning of October 9th and I hope to review this written correspondence
with him Monday morning, October 12th. I believe that the time that has gone
into this correspondence should indicate the concern we have about this
construction project and the possible effect on our business, our customers
and employees. I would appreciate hearing from anyone at the City with any
questions they may have.
The following items are enclosed:
1. Copy of M.G. Astleford Co notice given to me October 9th.
2. Sheet of suggested signage during construction.
3. Questions pertaining to the City of Plymouth that we would like
a meeting on as soon as possible.
Sincerely,
Ben Stroh
President
Enclosures
cc: Mr. Dan Campbell, City of Plymouth
Mr. Frank Boyles, City of Plymouth
Mr. Bob Zitur, Councilmember
Mr. Al Johnson, M.G. Astleford Co. Inc.
Mr. Henry Lind, M.G. Astleford Co. Inc.
Mr. Bob Lindell, Twin City Manufacturing
Mr. Greg Frank, McCombs & Knutson Assoc.
Mr. John Oliva, Walser Chevrolet
M. -G.- -Astleford Company, Inc.
CONTRACTORS
1200 West Highway 13
890-6300
Burnsville, Minnesota 55337
BASS LAKE PLAZA IS GETTING A NEW STREET
It will take about six weeks to build the new street and we
will be starting on October 12, 1987 - completion date for
Thanksgiving - weather permitting.
Inconvenience to traffic is inevitable - but we will do our
best to keep it to a minimum.
We have a deep utility installation on 56th Avenue and Nathan
Lane. It will be necessary to close the street to traffic
when this work is going on. We will do one street at a time
so access can always be maintained - either to the North or
to the South. '
In Stage #1 we will close 56th Avenue North - from the South
on October 13th. REMEMBER you will be able to come in from
the North during this closure.
Should you have any questions - call the office 890-6300
and there will be someone there to answer your questions.
Martin J. Timmons
Engineer
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ATTACHMENT SUGGESTED SIGNAGE DURING CONSTRUCTION
As part of the construction, we believe signage will be very important and
we request that the following minimum signage should be provided. Stage 1:
Signs on 49th Ave N stating "Access to Superior Ford and Walser Chevrolet.
available north on County 18 and west on County Road 10". A second sign
on County Road 10 at the entrance of Nathan Lane "Access to Superior Ford
and Walser Chevrolet only. Other businesses, access south on County 113
to 49th Ave N". Stage 2: Signs on County Road 10 and Nathan Lane N sLatino
"Access to Superior or and Walser Chevrolet available from 49th Ave N,
exit off County Road 18 South", and a sign at 49th Ave N and the frontage
road stating "Access available to Superior Ford and Walser Chevrolet - no
through traffic to County Road 10". Stage 3: Signs are same as for Stage
1. Stages4 and 5: Signs are same as for Stage 2.
We request these signs be of a substantial size and very readable. This
is very important because of the limited daytime hours and normal heavy
evening sales traffic to our showfloor. The proper necessary signs should
also be placed on County Road 18.
REQUEST MEETING WITH THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH AS SOON AS POSSIBLE
ON THE FOLLOWING ITEMS
We understand that the City will be awarding bids, on approximately
November 16, 1987, for a lift station, the frontage road utilities
and streets, and the utilities in the Dudley Parcel immediately
south of County Road 10. We request that the City first construct
the sewer through the Dudley Parcel so that the hookup for Superior
Ford and Walser Chevrolet can be completed this fall. We request
that the City meet with us as soon as possible to review the City's
construction schedule and your provisions for site access to the
businesses located in the area that will be impacted. Our concerns
relate to the lift station's location and construction schedule,
the utility construction along the frontage road (whether it will
be in the street or boulevard and schedule), and the sewer line
from the lift station to the sewer being constructed by Astleford
(location, schedule, and site access).
Finally we request that we be contacted relative to our hookups for
sewer and water (scheduling and specific locations). We prefer to
hookup to the sewer main in the back (along our west property line),
and we prefer that our water hookup be from 56th Ave N following an
alignment in the grass area between our front entrance and our
parking lot. These alignments will result in the least amount of
parking area being disturbed and present blacktop areas being tore
up.
October 23, 1987
Mr. James G. Willis,
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Willis:
City Manager
Metropolitan Council
300 Metro Square Building
Seventh and Robert Streets
St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
Telephone (612) 291-6359
Thank you for your letter of October 16, 1987, which included comments on
the Solid Waste Policy Plan revision and specifically on the Metropolitan
Council's recycling and landfill abatement policy.
I commend Plymouth's efforts to promote and fund recycling, including weekly
collection, yardwaste collection and commerical/industrial program
participation.
The issue you raise regarding solid waste recycling goals, and specifically
source separation as it relates to the Council's Development Schedule for Waste
Reduction and Resource Recovery, has been brought to our attention by several
counties and a number of local municipalities. Please be assured that this
issue will be explored as part of the Policy Plan revision process.
Work on the policy plan revision is just now getting started. Discussions of
staff background reports and informal policy debate will commence next
Spring (1988) at meetings of the Council's Environmental Resources Committee.
Public input is welcome, both at that time and at subsequent public hearings.
I appreciate your interest. Should you want to discuss the topic further,
please contact Bob Davis of our Solid Waste staff at 291-6317.
Sincerely,
Steve Keefe
Chair
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Council Member, District 13 ;�'•-
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October 16, 1987
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Mr. Steve Keefe, Chair
Metropolitan Council
300 Metro Square Building
7th and Robert Streets
St. Paul, MN 55101
Dear Mr. Keefe:
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Unfortunately, we did not respond to your predrafting notice for revision of
the solid waste management policy plan of the Metropolitan Development Guide
earlier this year. Because the ultimate contents of this guide will
significantly effect each member of the metropolitan area population and
each municipality, I want to share our thoughts with you.
Prior to doing so, let me provide you with a background of Plymouth's
efforts with respect to solid waste recycling. For the last two years,
Plymouth has had in operation a voluntary solid waste recycling program.
The program to date has featured twice a month pickups, coupled with a
central drop-off station for recycled materials. On duly 20 the City
Council conducted a public hearing to determine whether it would be
appropriate to require mandatory recycling and organized collection.
Following a 3-1/2 hour hearing, the Council directed that a promotional plan
be developed which will aggressively promote a voluntary recycling program
with the understanding that mandatory recycling and organized collection are
tools of last resort In the event that the public fails to respond to our
aggressive promotional efforts supporting the voluntary program. I am
attaching a copy of our promotional plan which we are in the process of
implementing which includes weekly collection, yard waste collection and
commercial/industrial program participation. To support the plan, the City
Council has authorized an expenditure of $87,400 from the City's general
fund budget during calendar year 1988. I am reciting this information so
that you know Plymouth is a socially responsible community which recognizes
that recycling is essential to meet our mutual objective of reducing the
solid waste stream.
The present Metropolitan Council Solid Waste Management Policy Plan does
pose a major problem for Plymouth in achieving our solid waste recycling
goals. The plan precludes all efforts, except source separation, as
eligible recycling. The assumption by the Metropolitan Council is that
mandatory recycling at the source will sensitize the consumer to the problem
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
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October 16, 1987
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and in itself, reduce the volume of solid waste. Marketing and advertising
are potent forces in our society and economy. People are used to product
packaging and indeed, many purchases are made on the basis of the package.
This powerful force will more likely than not, mitigate against solid waste
source separation efforts.
More important, the assumption that source separation is the only effective
means of assuring solid waste recovery is flawed. Our mutual objective is
to reduce to the extent possible, solid waste going to landfills and to
maximize recycling of materials. Any alternative within reason which
achieves this objective deserves consideration. To do otherwise reduces the
arsenel of tools at our disposal to accomplish our mutual objectives. A
mechanical separation process (such as Reuter) operation should not be
precluded from eligibility as an enhancement to city source separation
recycling efforts. The current Solid Waste Management Policy Plan precludes
this alternative.
We believe that this portion of the plan must be revised. A means would
naturally have to be found to assure that the County flow controls are not
substantially undermined by such efforts. We are confident, however, that
the County's flow control objectives can be harmoniously blended with the
inclusion of a mechanical separation alternative to enhance our collective
effectiveness in solid waste recycling and diversion from landfills.
We are interested in discussing this matter further with appropriate members
of the Metropolitan Council.
Yours truly,
mes G. Willis
<7—)-3ity Manager
cc: Jo Nunn
Robert Davis
Vern Peterson
Mayor and City Council
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Evangelical Free Church
705 Highway 101 North, Minneapolis, MN 55447 (612) 9VM0�Q
October 21, 1987
Mr. Jim Willis, City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Willis:
Enclosed is a copy of a letter sent to all neighbors within 100 feet of our
property. Grace Wineman, Community Development Secretary, supplied these names
to us.
In 1983 Mayor David Davenport suggested we have an informational meeting with our
neighbors -before our proposal for a new sanctuary was discussed by the planning
commission. The meeting was successful in that questions were answered relative
to our project and how it would impact our neighbors. We are having a similar
meeting on Tuesday, October 27 in regard to our proposed parking lot addition and
land development.
The purpose of this correspondence is to inform you of the meeting.
Sincerely,
G1,A-Z J;,
Chuck Smalley
Administrator
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Enclosure
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Evangelical Free Church
705 Highway 101 North, Minneapolis, MN 55447 (612) 473-9463
October 19, 1987
Dear Neighbor:
By now you have been notified by the city of Plymouth regarding our
request to develop the property immediately west of our parking lot
into eight home sites and additional parking space. We purchased the
property from Mr. and Mrs. Jim Mandy.
You are invited to an informational meeting at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday,
October 27, at the church. At this time we will show the plan site
drawings and answer any questions you might have.
The meeting will be held in the Blue Room (B-202). Please enter by
the main entrance facing Highway 101. The Blue Room is straight
ahead; you will notice it as the room with glass doors. It will be
marked for your convenience.
Sincerely,
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Chuck Smallay
Church Administrator
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October 26, 1987
Mr. Allen J. Perlman, Jr.
2820 Medicine Ridge Road
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Mr. Perlman:
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CITY OF
PUMOUTR
Thank you for your telephone call the other day regarding your continuing
concern with respect to the open storm sewer culvert adjacent to your home.
The existing concrete storm sewer culvert which crosses a portion of your
property, and empties out on the south side of Medicine Ridge Road, is
opened at both ends. Your have expressed concern that children may be
injured if they were to "explore" the pipe. You have suggested that the
City take some steps to ensure that access to the pipes is restricted.
The City Manager informs me that the Director of Public Works plans to
fabricate and install a barrier grate on both ends of the storm sewer pipe.
This grate system will be affixed to the pipe in such a fashion that young
children should not be able to enter the pipe. These grates will be
installed by November 16.
Thank you for bringing this matter to our concern.
Yours truly,
V rgil Schneider
Mayor
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James G. Willis
Fred Moore
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Regular Council Meeting
October 19, 1987
Page 311
MOTION was made by Councilmember Sisk, seconded by Councilmem- RESOLUTION NO. 87-668
ber Zitur, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 87-668 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT ORDERING PROJECT
AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, WOOD CREEK ADDITION WOODCREEK ADDITION
AREA, STORM SEWER IMPROVEMENTS, PROJECT NO. 660. DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT 660
Director Moore stated this is winter work and probably will be Item 7-B
done in January or February.
Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded by Councilmem- RESOLUTION NO. 87-669
ber Sisk, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 87-669 APPROVING AMENDMENT TO AMENDMENT TO STAGED
STAGED GROWTH ELEMENT OF THE CITY'S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR CRAIG GROWTH ELEMENT, CITY'S
SCHERBER (87059). COMPREHENSIVE PLAN FOR
CRAIG SCHERBER (87059)
Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, five ayes. Item 8-A*
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded by Councilmem- RESOLUTION NO. 87-670
ber Sisk, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 87-670 APPROVING PRELIMINARY PRELIMINARY PLAT
PLAT FOR CRAIG SCHERBER FOR "MEADOWS OF BASS LAKE" (87059). MEADOWS OF BASS LAKE
CRAIG SCHERBER (87059)
Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, five ayes. Item 8-A*
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded by Councilmem- RESOLUTION NO. 87-671
ber Sisk, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 87-671 SETTING CONDITION TO BE SETTING CONDITION
MET PRIOR TO PUBLICATION OF ORDINANCE REZONING LAND LOCATED AT REZONING LAND PINEVIEW
THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF PINEVIEW LANE AND SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD LANE & SCHMIDT LAKE RD
(87059). (87059)
Item 8-A*
Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded by Councilmem- ORDINANCE NO. 87-28
ber Sisk, to adopt ORDINANCE NO. 87-28 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDI- AMENDING ZONING CODE
NANCE TO CLASSIFY CERTAIN LANDS LOCATED IN THE NORTHWEST CORNER PINEVIEW LANE &
OF PINEVIEW LANE AND SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD TO R -1B (LOW DENSITY RES- SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD
IDENTIAL) DISTRICT. Item 8-A*
Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded by Councilmem- RESOLUTION NO. 87-672
ber Sisk, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 87-672 APPROVING SITE PLAN AND SITE PLAN & VARIANCE
VARIANCE FOR BEGIN DEVELOPMENT FOR BERKSHIRE OFFICE PARK BEGIN DEV., BERKSHIRE
(87098). OFFICE PARK (87098)
Item 8-B*
Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, five ayes. "A
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Manager Willis stated the petitioner, Jerry Behme, 5700 Vagabond
Lane, has requested this appeal from the Board of Zoning ruling
be deferred until the November 2, 1987 regular meeting.
BOARD OF ZONING APPEAL
JERRY BERME
Item 8-C
Bill Pribble, 17330 19th Ave., stated, Mr. Myron, owner of the JOANN PRIBBLE PETITION
property to the south, is placing him in a position of having to (84097)
develop his property to maximize its value and get the road. Item 8-D
They do not wish to develop the property, but are aware of the