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CITY OF
PUMOUTR
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
July 16, 1987
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.....
1. PARKERS LAKE PARK GRAND OPENING -- Sunday, July 19, 1:00 -
p.m. Grand opening activities start at 1:00 p.m. with a
concert by the Medicine Show Music Company and a water carnival at
the beach area from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. The official ribbon cutting
ceremony will begin at 2:30 p.m.
2. PLYMOUTH FORUM -- Monday, July 20, 7:00 p.m. Plymouth Forum in the
City ounce conference room.
3. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, July 20, 7:30 p.m. Regular City
Council meeting in the City Council Chambers.
4. PLANNING COMMISSION -- Wednesday, July 22, 7:30 p.m. The Plymouth
Planning Commission will meet in the City Council Chambers. Agenda
attached. (M-4)
5. PLYMOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL -- Wednesday, July 22. The Plymouth
Development Council will meet at 7:30 A.M. in the City Council
conference room. The meeting notice/agenda is attached. (M-5)
6. JULY & AUGUST CALENDARS -- Meeting calendars for July and August are
attached. M-6
FOR YOUR INFORMATION......
1. BUILDING BLOCK DAY CARE CENTER - Representatives of Building Block
Day Care enter have contacted us indicating they do not wish to
proceed with the August 3 public hearing on their request for
Industrial Development Revenue Bond Financing for their project.
They have not indicated whether they will continue to proceed with
the project on the basis of private financing.
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL HENORANDUN
July 16, 1987
Page two
2. NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL - MINUTES - Attached are
copies of the June 17 Executive Board Minutes and the June 18
Advisory Commission Minutes of the Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council. Councilmember Zitur thought these minutes might provide
the Council with a picture of some of the work efforts being under-
taken at the current time by the Northwest Hennepin Human Services
Council. (I-2)
3. MIELKE FIELD TASK FORCE - Wednesday morning I attended the first
meeting of the Mielke Field Task Force. The purpose of the task
force is to prepare one or more recommendations to the School Board
on the question of whether or not Mielke Field should be relocated
from Crystal to some other site. Dr. Carroll Vomhoff, Director of
Community Education Facilities, indicated that the School District
is not prepared to expend its funds for such relocation. John
Olson, Assistant City Manager of Crystal, indicated that the propos-
ed developer of the area which abuts the school field has indicated
that it must be included within the proposed Redevelopment Tax Incr-
ement Financing District in order for the project to be viable, or
in the alternative, Crystal would have to come up with $1.8
million. Dan Donahue, City Manager of New Hope, and I both
expressed the basic concerns of locating such a facility at the
respective high schools which are in residential districts. These
concerns are: (1) traffic and parking, (2) noise, (3) lights. The
District would be looking to having a new facility of approximately
8,000 seats. Based upon the City zoning criteria, this would
require 2,000 parking spaces. The Task Force requested additional
information from the City of Crystal with regard to its proposed
project. When that information is available, the Task Force will
again meet.
4. NORTHWEST SUBURBS CABLE COMMUNICATION COMMISSION - The Negotiating
Committee of the Northwest Suburbs Cable Communication Commission
has been meeting with representatives of Suburban Cablevision
regarding the Company's desire to realign certain channels.
Essentially, the Company, along with other cable companies in the
Twin City Metropolitan Area, are seeking to develop uniformity with
respect to the first 31 cable channels. In order to accomplish this
not only in the northwest suburbs, but throughout the metropolitan
area, the various companies have been meeting with respective
franchising authorities. The Negotiating Committee of the Northwest
Suburbs Cable Communication Commission has now reached a tentative
understanding with the Company by the terms of which the channel
lineups would be revised, along with the Company being able to use 5
additional access channels until they are required by the
Commission. The major impact of this proposed change would be to
move the current access channels, including the City's channel 7.
The local government access channel would become channel 37. All
other access channels would similarly be relocated. These changes,
if approved by the full Commission and the Company, would become
effective September 1. The Commission will be meeting next Thursday
to review and vote upon this matter.
UIY CUUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
July 16, 1987
Page three
5. JIM SENTMAN LETTER REGARDING 13522 SUNSET TRAIL -- The attached
letter from Jim SeRman expresses concern that Itle City failed to
assure that a water well pit and cesspool on a property adjacent to
his, was not properly abandoned and sealed to prohibit future
contamination. Building Official Joe Ryan has investigated Mr.
Sentman's concerns and a copy of his findings is attached. (I-5)
6. FOX FARM -- The City Attorney has informed Mr. Virginia of the
City's position with regard to the July 6 letter from Mr. Bill
Ruff. As the Council recalls, Mr. Ruff's letter states that he is
no longer associated with the Virginia operation, and therefore does
not consider himself bound by the agreement with the City. The City
Attorney's letter (copy attached) advises Mr. Virginia that "Mr.
Ruff is still bound by the May 1, 1987 agreement because his obli-
gations under that agreement are joint obligations" along with Mr.
and Mrs. Virginia. In addition, Mr. Virginia is informed that City
representatives will be inspecting the farm to confirm that the
number of adult fox have been reduced by one-half as indicated in
Mr. Ruff's letter. (I-6)
7. REQUEST FOR STOP SIGNS - COTTONWOOD LANE & 47TH AVENUE -- Council -
member Zitur was recently contacted by Mr. Harold Lederman, 11420 -
47th Avenue North, asking that the City investigate having stop
signs installed at 47th and Cottonwood Lane. Fred Moore's response
to his request is attached. (I-7)
8. MINUTES -- The following minutes are attached:
a. Plymouth Safety Committee, July 8, 1987 (I-8)
9. DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS -- The following departmental reports for the
month of June are attached:
a. Police Department (I-9)
10. PIT BULLS -- The attached article on pit bulls appeared in the July
12 issue of the New York Times. (I-10)
11. INVESTING IN AFFORDABLE HOUSING -- To encourage the production of
low-income housing, Congress incorporated a Low -Income Housing Tax
Credit Program as part of the Tax Reform Act. The program allows
real estate investment firms to create limited partnerships to
permit investors to make use of tax credits. The attached article
from the Financial Services Times reports on the Century Pacific
Housing Fund offering.(1-113
12. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Hennepin County Library Director, Robert Rohlf, from
City Manager, requesting a meeting to review any concerns the
County has with the siting of a library in Plymouth. The letter
also requests a copy of the Library Board's long-term site
criteria. (I -12a)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
July 16, 1987
Page four
b. Letter of appreciation from Dr. Dames McDonough, Chairperson of '
the West Hennepin Human Services Planning Board, for the use of
the Plymouth City Center as an intake site for processing Energy
Assistance applications. (I -12b)
c. The attached letters are from individuals attending the duly 8
Music In Plymouth concert. (I -12c)
d. Letter responding to Mr. Daniel Wuollet, 4949 Holly Lane, from
Public Safety Director, concerning the speed limit and traffic
enforcement on Holly Lane. Also attached is a letter received
from the Minnesota Department of Transportation acknowledging
the City's request for a speed zone study for Holly Lane.
(I -12d)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 1987
WHERE: Plymouth City Center
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the Planning
Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or petitioner so requests, in which event
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on
the agenda.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3.* APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
7:30 P.M.
Planning Commission Minutes, July 7, 1987
A. Kathleen P. Strnad. Home Occupation Conditional Use Permit to operate a word
processing service at 1750 Ranier Lane north. (87072)
B. Ryan Construction Company, AmeriData Systems, Inc. Conditional Use Permit to
operate a daycare facility within the AmeriData building located at 10200 51st
Avenue North for employees of AmeriData Systems, Inc. and employees of the
industrial park. (87055)
C. Kenneth Ester, Wagner Spray Tech. Rezoning and Preliminary Plat application
to rezone approximately 2.5 acres from FRD to I-1 District and to plat
approximately 24.09 acres into three industrial parcels for property located
northwest of County Road 6 and I-494. (87030)
D. Peace Lutheran Church. Site Plan, Rezoning, Conditional Use Permit and
Variance for expansion to the existing church facility at 3695 Highway 101
(87061)
E. Midwest Brick and Supply Co. Preliminary Plat, Site Plan and Conditional Use
Permit to use an existing 97,000 sq. ft. building at 5205 County Road 18.
(87064)
5. OTHER BUSINESS
None
6. ADJOURNMENT 10:00 P.M.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH .
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: July 6, 1987
TO: Plymouth Development Council Members
FROM: Bob Burger, President
SUBJECT JULY 22 MEETING
The next meeting of the Plymouth Development Council will be held on
Wednesday morning, July 22, at 7:30 a.m. in the Plymouth City Center
Council Conference Room. The following items are scheduled for
discussion. You may wish to bring up other items as well:
I. Report on residential building inspection concerns - Bob Burger
II. Erosion control, sedimentation and street cleaninq - Fred Moore
III. Status and content of Zoning Ordinance amendments - Blair
Tremere
IV. 1988 Budget and 1988-1992 Capital Improvement Program hearings
- Fred Moore
V. Discussion on residential sprinkler ordinance and licensing of
fire suppression system installers - Dick Carlquist
VI. Appointment of Architectual Review Committee members - Jim
Willis
VII. Other Business
I hope to see you at the meeting.
cc: James G. Willis, City Manager
Blair Tremere, Director of Planning & Community Development
Fred Moore, Director of Public Works
Ray Anderson, Community Development Coordinator
Joe Ryan, Building Official
Dick Carlquist, Public Safety Director
Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager
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NORTHWEST HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES
THORSON_ CENTER ----------------------- 7_00_P_M_
MEMBERS PRESENT:
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John Casey
Marjorie Thurber
Mary Kay Horwath
Steve Lundell
Linda O'Brian
Elsa Skogerboe
Paul Schulte
Syrile Ellison
Sally Strand
Dorothy Clarke
Linda Dieleman
Bob Ansel, Hennepin
David Wagner, Staff
Mary Cayan, Staff
MEMBERS EXCUSED:
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Chris Bates
Richard Drinkwine
Fran Gunberg
County
MEMBERS _ABSENT:
Eydie Kargas
Mercedes Kirk
_CALL TO ORDER: The June 18, 1987 Advisory Commission meeting wa
called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Linda O'Brian, Chairperson.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
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MOTION: Motion made by Elsa Skogerboe , seconded by Linda Dieleman
to approve the May 21, 1987 Advisory Commission minutes.
Motion carried.
ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA:
1. A handout on an upcoming fundraising event by the PRISM
foodshelf.
2. An updated Table of Contents and County Commissioner and Staff
listing to be placed in the Policy and Procedures manual.
3. Tapes from the Council's cable television program are availobl_
from the office. Contact staff if you would like to check out a
copy.
PRESENTATION ON THE MISSION CARE DETOX CENTER BY PAT MURPHY AND
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JUDY RETTERATH•
The speakers emphasized the activities and need for the detox
center for northwest and west suburban residents. Other Mission
Care programs discussed included the HomeFree Shelter for Battered
Women with its Domestic Assault Intervention Proqram. Mission Care
Center has been in existence since the 1930'x. The detox center
serves many clients from the northwest suburbs, in part, because
of its location. The other County detox centers are located in
Minneapolis and Eden Prairie. Client stays range from 1 - 3 days.
The majority of the clients cierved are first-time clients which
differentiates this program from the Minneapolis program. For
several years, the detox center has had annual financial losses of
approximately $100,000.00. The detox center is in need of support
from Hennepin County and area municipalities. A detox service is
often not recognized by communities when it is available, but the
speakers stated, an absence of detox services does become
recognizable in communities and requested Advisory CommisSLon
consideration in its CSSA priority -setting process.
NORTHWEST HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES PAGE 2___
Several questions were asked of the speakers:
1. What is the drug most abused by detox clients? Alcohol,
marijuana, with an increase in "crack" being noticed.
2. Are adolescents and adults kept in separate quarters? No.
Adults and adolescents are together and this seems to be effective
since older clients can share stories and show young people where
and how they might end up if they continue to abuse.
3. What security measures are there? The center is a hospital -
setting with close monitoring by staff. Staff numbers over 20 and
has 24 hour nursing. Capacity of the center is 22 beds, average
use is 10 - 12 beds, although beds are filled on the weekends.
4. What is the release policy? Adolescents are released to the
appropriate adult guardian, and each client receives an exit
interview providing referrals and soliciting feedback on the detox
program.
S. What gaps in chemical health services do you see in the
northwest area? Senior citizen chemical health programs, a lack
of half -way houses, and the problem of clients unable to pay for
needed chemical health services due to inadequate health insurance
coverage.
6. What is the Mission Care Detox Center's current County budget
request? Same as last year, with a standard increase only.
_EXE_C_U_T_IV_E_ B_0_A_RD REPORT:
Linda O'Brian reported that Executive Board minutes will be
available for the July Advisory Commission mailing. Jack Irving,
Crystal City Manager, was presented with a resolution and gift
certificate commemorating his retirement from the City of Crystal
and in appreciation of his long-time participation on the
Council's Executive Board. Jack Irving served as a member of the
original Board of Directors in 1976. He has served continuously
since that time. Linda O'Brian reported on a recent CASH Board
meeting she attended and stated that several Board members will'be
meeting to discuss CASH activities.
HENNEPIN COUNTY REPORT:
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Bob Ansel reported that Grant Hallberg has resigned as Division
Manager of Services to the Handicapped and his replacement is Al
Kohls, currently Division Manager of Management and Planning. Mr.
Kohls is familiar with the NWHHSC and been a speaker at several
human service council meetings. Bob Ansel reported that the County
is requesting additional information from the Councils regarding
their CSSA and Coordinating Council activities. Bob will look into
the availability of the Community Services Department newsletter
for the Advisory Commission.
NORTHWEST HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTEPAGE 3_
POLICY AND PROCEDURES MANUAL:
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Commissioners agreed that the manual is working well for them. It
was suggested that CSSA materials be kept in the manual for easy
reference and that these materials be labeled as read and file
materials.
CSSA BUDGET AND LOBBYING PROCESS/SUMMER MONTH OFF:
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Commissioners were referred to the materials in the packet that
described the CSSA process and schedule. Elsa Skogerboe commended
David Wagner for his work in gathering, preparing, and
disseminating the CSSA materials the Advisory Commission has
received. It was re-emphasized the importance of each Commissioner
reviewing and understanding these materials as the time for
priority -setting approaches. Linda O'Brian, according to last
month's motion, informed the Advisory Commission that given the
opportunity presented by this year's schedule, July will be the
Advisory Commissions summer month off. However, committees will
met as scheduled.
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
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Long_Range _Pla_nni_ng C_o_mmitt_e_e:
Paul Schulte referred to the June 18, 1987 Staff Report. The
Committee has met with 3 consultants who will assist at various
points in the process as part of a joint planning process between
the 3 suburban councils.
Public Communication Committee:
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Steve Lundell reported that the media letters will be going out to
area media contacts within the next week. Work on a sign for
resource fairs was postponed to later date. The Committee will
review the Advisory Commissioner brochure developed by the
Membership Committee.
CSSA Committee:
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The Advisory Committee reviewed the CSSA materials related to the
Council survey of Energy Assistance Program users and the Hennepin
County Community Services Department program data.
LIAISON REPORTS:
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Coordinating Council:
Syrile Ellison and Steve Lundell reported that a representative
for the Association for Retarded Citizens (ARC) gave a
presentation at their last meeting. Coordination of recommendation
and advocacy activities was discussed and every effort will be
made to accomplish this. Meeting dates have been changed from the
third Tuesday to the second Tuesday of each month. There will be
a Coordinating Council meeting on July 14, 1987. The Coordinating
Council will be putting together a Nominating Committee to
recommend two new Co -Chairs. Linda Dieleman suggested that the
Coordinating Council look at staggering the City and Suburban Co -
Chair terms to eliminate the placement of two "freshman" Co -Chairs
each nominating period.
NORTHWEST HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES PAGE 4
Northwest Child Abuse Network:
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John Casey reported on the June 2, 1987 meeting featuring a panel
discussion with three area legislators, Senator Ember Reichgott,
Representative Ann Rest, and Representative Dale Clausnitzer. Much
of the legislation passed last session were refinements of
existing legislation such as the Child Abuse Reporting Act rather
than sweeping changes.
MONITOR REPORTS:
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_ Tra_nsportatio_n:
None.
Health_ Care:
None.
Housing_
Sally Strand reported on two articles in the Minneapolis State and
Tribune discussing the national shortage of low-income housing and
the work of the Greater Minneapolis Metropolitan Housing
Corporation (GMMHC). In the past GMMHC has helped non-profit
developers write proposals and erect apartments and townhouses.
The GMMHC will implement a two-year pilot project to test low-
income ownership and management of these developments. This
project may involve the sale of tax -revenue bonds, the acquisition
of refurbishable housing, the use of new limited tax credits, the
development of new partnerships with public agencies and private
developers, and the ownership and management of properties.
_STA_F_F_ REPORT:
ommissi
Coners were referred to their packet.
VOLUNTEER HOURS WORKSHEET:
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Worksheets were turned into staff.
OTHER_ BUSINESS:
The Edina Rotary Club is looking into developing a resource card
similar to the NWHHSC's card for their area.
ADJOURNMENT:
MOTION: Motion to adjourn made by Elsa Skogerboe. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:32 p.m. by Linda O'Brian.
Respectfully submitted by:
6(�',
Sally Strand, Vice -Chair
NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL EXECUTIVE BOARD MINUTES
June 17, 1987 Thorson Center 9:00 a.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Dan Donahue
Mary Anderson
Geralyn Barone
Ryan Schroeder
Linda O'Brian
Jack Irving
Lee Mehrkens
Shirley Slater
Bob Zitur
Joan Molenaar
NOT PRESENT•
Marge Wiley
Bill Dix
STAFF PRESENT:
Mary Cayan
Vangie Gramstad
CALL TO ORDER: The June 179 1987 meeting of the Executive Board of the
NWHHSC was called to order at 9:OB a.m. by Chairperson Donahue.
CONSENT AGENDA: Mary Cayan stated that discussion of the 1986-1987
TEFAP contract with C.A.S.H. should be added to the agenda. MOTION: by
Mary Anderson, second by Geralyn Barone, to approve the consent agenda
as amended. Motion carried.
SEARCH COMMITTEE REPORT: Search Committee Chair Dan Donahue stated
that the Committee met on May 28, 1987 and decided to use the same
process to replace the director as was used to hire her. He stated
that initial interviews should take place the week of July 27, 1987.
The full Executive Board will interview the finalists in August.
Mary Cayan stated that approximately sixty applications have been
received to date. Four hundred and twenty ($420) dollars have been
spent to advertise the position in the regional edition of the June 6,
1987 Star and Tribune and in three minority newspapers. The position
opening has been posted at the State Jobs and Training offices, the
University of Minnesota School of Management and Career Development
Offices and has been sent to 250 service providers and to the
membership of the Minnesota Social Service Association.
UNDESIGNATED FUND BALANCE POLICY: MOTION: by Mary Anderson, second by
Jack Irving, to adopt the undesignated fund balance policy as
presented. Motion carried.
TEMPORARY EMERGENCY FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAM CONTRACT(TEFAP):
Mary Cayan stated that Community Action for Suburban Hennepin
County (C.A.S.H.) has prepared and forwarded the contract documents for
the delivery of TEFAP for the current program year, October 1, 1986 to
September 30, 1987. The NWHHSC has been operating the program since
October 1, 1986 without a formal agreement with C.A.S.H. for delivery
of the program. C.A.S.H. should be sending the 1987-1988 contract
documents to the sub -contractees such as the NWHHSC in a more timely
manner.
NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL EXECUTIVE BOARD MINUTES
June 17, 1987 Thorson Community Center page 2
MOTION: by Joan Molenaar, second by Mary Anderson, to contract with
Community Action for Suburban Hennepin to deliver TEFAP in the
northwest area for the 1986-1987 program year for the amount of
$7,415.00. Motion carried.
CHILD ABUSE NETWORK UPDATE: Mary Cayan stated that in response to the
request of the Board, a City -by -City listing of participants in the
Child Abuse Network was prepared for their review and comment. Board
members suggested changes to the lists as needed.
CSSA UPDATE: Linda O'Brian stated that the listing of CSSA priorities
for the years 1984-1987 was prepared by staff at the request of the
Advisory Commission to assist them in evaluating new data. The
Commission suggested that the list be shared with the Executive Board.
1987 MUNICIPAL CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE NWHHSC: Mary Cayan explained that
the Executive Board requested two separate authorizations for 1987
municipal contributions to the NWHHSC. Based upon current expenditures
to date, staff is requesting authorization to invoice the cities in
full for the second 1987 payment. MOTION: by Mary Anderson, second
by Jack Irving, to authorize staff to invoice the municipalities for
the remainder of the 1987 contributions to the NWHHSC.
Staff was directed to prepare a draft of the 1988 NWHHSC budget
using updated population figures to determine municipal contribution
amounts and to hold the overall contribution rate increase to 0%.
ADVISORY COMMISSION REPORT: Linda O'Brian stated that 82 hours were
contributed to the NWHHSC by Advisory Commissioners in May.
Linda explained that she attended a meeting of the Board of
Directors of CASH to listen to their decision regarding the request of
the Human Services Councils for funding for the 1987-1988 Energy
Assistance Program. As stated in the staff report, CASH funded the full
request of $779200.00, but it was a highly contested decision.
Linda stated that she is very concerned about where CASH is going
with its use of service dollars. She was under the impression that
CASH was established to channel dollars into the community to assist
low-income persons. She feels that too many dollars are being spent on
activities that duplicate the work of the human services councils and
that the administrative costs of CASH are very high relative to those
of other non -profits. CASH funds do not appear to be going to services
that assist low-income people, but rather to "systems" changes attempts
that seem academic.
Several board members stated that they are willing to meet to
discuss this situation and directed staff to arrange the meeting.
RECOGNITION OF JACK IRVING: Dan Donahue presented the following
resolution to Jack Irving commerating his retirement from the City of
Crystal and from the Executive Board of the NWHHSC:
NORTHWEST HENNEPIN ^� HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL.
-T-- C -D-
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS Jack Irving has served as a member of the
Executive Board of the Northwest Hennepin Human
Services Council as a representative of the City
of Crystal from 1976 to 1987; and
WHEREAS Jack Irving has served as a member of the
original Board of Directors of the North-
west Hennepin Human Services Council; and
WHEREAS Jack Irving has provided leadership to the
Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council by
serving in a variety of capacities as an officer
and as a member of committees throughout his
tenure on the Executive Board;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Jack Irving is acknowledged
with deep appreciation as one of the founding
forces and contributors to the successful
establishment and growth of the Northwest
Hennepin Human Services Council.
Daniel J. D nahue� Chair June 17, 1987
Date
BROOKLYN CENTER CORCORAN GOLDEN VALLEY MAPLE GROVE PLYMOUTH
BROOKLYN PARK CRYSTAL HANOVER NEW HOPE ROBBINSDALE
CHAMPLIN DAYTON HASSAN OSSEO ROGERS
7323 - 58th Avenue N. • Crystal, MN 55428
(612) 536.0327
NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES COUNCIL EXECUTIVE BOARD MINUTES
June 17, 1987 Thorson Community Center page A
Dan Donahue stated that the Council will also present Jack with a
$100.00 certificate to the hotel or resort of his choice in
appreciation for his years of dedicated service as one of the founding
board members of the Council.
Mary Anderson stated that Jack is one of many appointed officials
she has worked with over the years, and has always found him to be
candid and on target - one of the best.
Jack expressed appreciation for the work of the Council and stated
it has come a long way from the days of the meetings at North Memorial
when a local legislator advised avoiding working with cities since
"they would ruin it"! Jack stated that his association with the
Council has been a pleasurable one, and that organizations like ours
made his job such a great one over the years.
MOTION: by Geralyn Barone, second by Joan Molenaar, to adopt the
resolution of appreciation to Jack Irving for his years of service to
the NWHHSC. Motion carried.
OTHER BUSINESS: Mary Cayan recommended that the board forego a speaker
at their July meeting because of a heavy agenda which will include
reviewing the 1986 audit, a draft of a new affirmative action plan
required by Hennepin County, and a draft of a 1980 budget.
ADJOURNMENT: MOTION: by Joan Molenaar, second by Ryan Schroeder, to
adjourn the June 17, 1987 meeting of the NWHHSC Executive Board at 9:55
a.m. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted by:
Mary E.�Cayan, Staff
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN. 55447
Mayor Virgil Schneider
City Councilmembers
City Manager James Willis
Gentlemen:
James Sentman
13510 Sunset Trail
Plymouth, MN. 55441
July 6, 1987
This spring Equinox Inc, purchased the property adjacent to me at
13522 Sunset Trail. I personally informed the owner, City Building
Inspector, and City Engineer, that a water well pit existed on this
property and that it required decommissioning by a well driller
per Minnesota State Law. In addition the existing cesspool
enclosure had not previously been taken care of when city water
and sewer service was provided for this residence. Certainly I
would hope the wastes would be pumped out and properly filled,
as well as the city water and sewer connections be taken care of
s a part of abandonment procedures.
,Since this time, the contractor has completely razed the building
sand detached concrete well pit. No well driller documentation
has been filed with the state health department certifying the
decommissioning of this well. The city manager now informs me that
a well driller has been retained to do this for the contractor.
I have a hard time understanding why a demolition permit was issued
before these items were taken care of. My neighbor at 13508 still
uses well water as their only source of drinking water, and my well
is used for occasional external watering. The intent of the State
laws are to prevent contamination of the ground water supply completely
not just slow it down for future times. The city ordinances should
re-examined so that these procedural problems do not occur in
\the future. The city staff should be able to ensure that these basic
requirements are met, and offer more than lip service to environmental
protection items.
I would like a reasonable explaination as to why these negiligent
practices are allowed to occur, and what actions will be taken to
prevent them in the future.
S ce a Yours,
mes Sentman
CC: Jim Nye (Minnesota Health Department)
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
July 16, 1987 MEMO
DATE:
Blair Tremere, Director of Community Development
TO:
FROM: Joe Ryan, Building Official
ABANDONED WELL LOCATED AT 13522 SUNSET TRAIL NORTH
SUBJECT
Referenceed below are the steps, to date, which have been taken with respect to the
matter referenced above.
- On July 9 or 10th, I contacted Mr. Edward Septen who is the owner of the subject
property, to properly grout the abandoned well. Mr. Septen informed me that he had
spoken with a well contractor who informed him that the required work would
commence on July 13, 1987.
- On July 14, 1987, I contacted Mr. Septen and informed him that no well permit had
been submitted to our office, and questioned as to what was the status of the
matter. Mr. Septen informed me that the well contractor was not able to perform the
work, and recommended he contact R.E. Stodola Well Company. Mr. Septen implied that
he had contacted Robert Stodola who would inspect the property on July 15 with
hopes to commence with the work on this date.
- On July 15, 1987, I received a telephone call from Mr. Stodola who indicated that
he was unable to locate the well. I informed him that I would contact Mr. Septen
and return a call in the evening. I called him and had a three-way conversation
with him and Mr. Stodola. Mr. Septen informed Mr. Stodola that the well had not
been buried, and that the well pit was located just to the east side of the
detached garage. Mr. Stodola indicated he would return to the site that evening to
determine what equipment would be necessary to begin the work. Mr. Stodola informed
me that he would begin the work on the morning of July 16, 1987.
- Earlier today, I met Mr. Stodola at the site. He had uncovered the well pit and
discovered that there were two abandoned wells on the property. Later, Mr. Stodola
came in and obtained the required Well Permit. At the time of his visit, he
informed me that he would contact me later in the day once the grouting of both
wells had been completed.
- At the time of my inspection, I also spoke with Mr. James Sentman regarding the
work which had been undertaken. I informed Mr. Sentman that I had an opportunity to
review his letter, and that from a policy standpoint, our office would take steps
to require the grouting of wells prior to the issuance of any demolition permit. I
also requested that Mr. Sentman contact me directly if he were to encounter further
concerns regarding the demolition and clean up of the property.
- Later today a letter will be sent to Mr. Septen requiring that all on-site and
public utilities be properly capped and sealed by July 23, 1987.
1; IK 560RAU111M
TO: Assistant City Manager Frank Boyles (�
FROM: Community Development Director Blair Tremere \� ��-
DATE: July 16, 1987
SUBJECT: Letter from James Sentman
I referred this matter to Building Official Joe Ryan who
personally investigated the matter and who visited the site.
The onsite utilities will be properly capped and sealed; this
work was undertaken after the structure was demolished. There are
municipal utility lines which also need to be properly
disconnected; this also will be done. Joe has ordered the owner
to have this all completed by July 23.
Joe is preparing a memorandum on this.
He had an opportunity to meet Mr. Sentman and Joe agrees that
utility disconnection, capping, and sealing should occur prior to
or concurrently with the actual demolition.
I do not find any negligence in this case; the site was inspected
and Joe was aware of the delay of the utility work. No adverse
impact on neighboring wells was observed or reported.
I understand Joe will inform Mr. Sentman when the work is
finished and when the final inspection has been performed.
2000 First Bank Place West
Minneapolis
Minnesota 55402
Telephone (612) 333-0543
Telecopier (612) 333-0540
Clayton L. LeFevere
Herbert P. Lefler
J. Dennis O'Brien
John E. Drawz
David J. Kennedy
Joseph E. Hamilton
John B. Dean
Glenn E. Purdue
Richard J. Schieffer
Charles L. LeFevere
Herbert P. Lefler III
James J. Thomson, Jr.
Thomas R. Galt
Dayle Nolan
Brian F. Rice
John G. Kressel
James M. Strommen
Ronald H. Batty
William P. Jordan
Kurt J. Erickson
William R. Skallerud
Rodney D. Anderson
Corrine A. Heine
David D. Beaudoin
Paul E. Rasmussen
Steven M. Tallen
Mary F. Skala
Christopher J. Harristhal
Timothy J. Pawlenty
Rolf A. Sponheim
LeFevere
Lefler
Kenne(h,
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a Professional
Association
July 10, 1987
Mr. Sam Virginia
16810 County Road 47
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mr. Virginia:
The City of Plymouth has received the enclosed letter
from Mr. Ruff in which he indicates that he is no longer
involved in the fox operation and therefore he feels that
he is no longer bound by the May 1, 1987 agreement.
It is my opinion that Mr. Ruff is still bound by the May
1, 1987 agreement because his obligations under that
agreement are joint obligations along with you and your
wife. Mr. Ruff's letter did not indicate an address at
which we could respond to him. I am therefore sending
this letter to you in the hopes that you can forward it
to Mr. Ruff so that he fully understands the City's
position in this regard.
The City will be conducting an inspection shortly to
confirm the facts contained in Mr. Ruff's letter and also
to ensure that the provisions of the May 1, 1987
agreement are being met.
Sincerely,
LeFEVERE, LEFLER, KENNEDY,
O'BRIEN & DRAWZ
fmes J. Thomson, Jr.
JJT/kjj
cc: Frank Boyles
Enclosure
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The City of Plymouth has received the enclosed letter
from Mr. Ruff in which he indicates that he is no longer
involved in the fox operation and therefore he feels that
he is no longer bound by the May 1, 1987 agreement.
It is my opinion that Mr. Ruff is still bound by the May
1, 1987 agreement because his obligations under that
agreement are joint obligations along with you and your
wife. Mr. Ruff's letter did not indicate an address at
which we could respond to him. I am therefore sending
this letter to you in the hopes that you can forward it
to Mr. Ruff so that he fully understands the City's
position in this regard.
The City will be conducting an inspection shortly to
confirm the facts contained in Mr. Ruff's letter and also
to ensure that the provisions of the May 1, 1987
agreement are being met.
Sincerely,
LeFEVERE, LEFLER, KENNEDY,
O'BRIEN & DRAWZ
fmes J. Thomson, Jr.
JJT/kjj
cc: Frank Boyles
Enclosure
CITY
OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: July 13, 1987
TO: James G. Willis_, City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore4irector of Public Workb
SUBJECT: Request for Stop Signs
Harold Lederman
11420 47th Avenue North
I have reviewed the concerns expressed by Mr. Harold Lederman to
Councilmember Bob Zitur with regard to the need for stop signs at the
intersection of Cottonwood Lane and 47th Avenue. Attached is a map of
the area showing the street system. I have indicated on this map the
current existing stop signs and the intersection at which stop signs
are requested.
The "Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices", which governs the
installation of all traffic signs, lists the following warrants for th_
installation of stop signs:
1. Intersection of a less important road at a main road
where the application of the normal right-of-way rule is
unduly hazardous.
2. Street entering a through highway or street.
3. Unsignalized intersection in a signalized area.
4. Other intersections where a combination of high speed,
restricted view, and serious accident record indicates
the need for control by the "Stop" sign.
Prior to the application of these warrants, consideration
should be given to less restrictive measures, such as the
"Yield" sign where a full stop is not necessary at all
times.
I reviewed this intersection and the only warrant which would apply is
Number 1. This warrant does not apply since there is no question of
the normal right-of-way rule. Minnesota traffic laws define the
right-of-way at a "T" intersection. All the Northbound traffic on
Cottonwood Lane is required to yield to any traffic on 47th Avenue.
This area is a single family residential area comprising of
approximately 60 lots and has access from two residential streets,
Cottonwood Lane and Balsam Lane. Based upon traffic projections, when
the area is completely developed, we would expect approximately 200
vehicles per day using Cottonwood Lane at its intersection with 47th
Avenue.
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Memo: James G. Willis
July 13, 1987
Page Two
At the present time traffic may be greater than that projected because
of all the construction activity. This activity is generating traffic
from construction workers and delivery of material. It appears that
the area should be fully developed within approximately one year. At
this time, I would expect the traffic to be in accordance with our
projections.
Based upon existing and future traffic conditions, there is not a need
for additional stop signs at this intersection. For this reason, I
cannot recommend the installation of the stop signs. Please let me
know if you would like me to contact Mr. Lederman on this matter.
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PLYMOUTH SAFETY COMMITTEE
July 8, 1987
PRESENT: Gary Smith, John Wenner, Steve Herwig, John Sweeney, Tim Oie,
Russ Elzy, Lyle Robinson, Mark Peterson, Frank Boyles
ABSENT: John Ward
ALSO PRESENT: Dave Drugg, North Star Risk Services; Dave Volker, Employee
Benefit Administration Co.; Bobbi Leitner, Judy McMillin
I. OLD BUSINESS
A. APPROVAL OF JUNE MEETING MINUTES
The June 10 meeting minutes were approved as submitted.
B. REPORT ON SAFETY ACTIVITIES
1. Respirator Program - Implementation & Training Status -- Frank
Boyles reported on difficulties in identifyinq77TT specific work
situations and the hazardous chemicals used in those situations
which require the use of a respirator. As an example, he
explained that a chemical may not be considered hazardous if
used in a field situation; however, if that same chemical is
used in a confined work space situation, it would be considered
hazardous and therefore require respirator usage. Frank
indicated he had contacted OSHA for assistance in this regard,
and they responded that the City should make a "good faith
effort" in meeting respirator requirements.
Dave Volker indicated that in those situations where work
conditions vary, and if there are no specific guidelines avail-
able, the supervisor and employee should be able to make a
determination on respirator usage if they have received proper
training on respirator requirements and also utilize information
contained on the employee right -to -know chemical sheets. Frank
Boyles stated that the High Risk Occupational Disease Notifi-
cation and Prevention Act currently under consideration by
Congress, would make an employer liable for any on -the -Job
injury/disease to an employee caused by a hazardous substance.
He would, therefore, prefer that all respirator requirements be
in writing for employees to follow if at all possible.
Dave Volker recommended that in order to reduce the City's
liability and limit employee exposure to hazardous chemicals,
that the following alternatives be considered: 1) the use of
less toxic chemicals and/or elimination of certain chemical
usage; 2) contracting out work involving hazardous chemical
usage; and 3) identifying all areas where respirator usage by
employees is absolutely necessary.
Frank indicated he would schedule a meeting with Dave Volker and
maintenance supervisors to discuss the alternatives and report
back to the Safety Committee at the August meeting.
rLTMUUIM JNtLIT LUMM11ILL
July 8, 1987
Page two
2. Apron for Grinder -- Frank advised that the safety apron for use by
employees when operating the grinder had been received. Employees
are required to use it. John Wenner inquiried if safety aprons
would be a requirement for the patching crew. Frank stated that he
had requested Jim Kolstad to prepare a list of all other work appli-
cations requiring the apron's use. Frank asked John Wenner to check
with Jim Kolstad to see if he had included the patching crew. Frank
noted that revisions to the Personnel Protection Equipment checklist
reflecting safety apron usage would be reviewed at the August meet-
ing.
3. Skid -Steer Loader & Trailer -- Frank reported he had not received a
response from Jim Kolstad on his memorandum regarding Safety
Committee questions involving the skid steer loader and trailer. In
another matter involving City trailers, Frank stated he would also
ask Jim Kolstad to initiate a system for regularly checking that the
surge brakes on all City trailers are functional. Frank indicated
he would ask Jim Kolstad to the attend the August Safety Committee
meeting if a report is not forthcoming before that time.
4. Archery Standard Fire -- The committee reviewed the report from Bob
asc ing on the use of the sewer jet to extinguish a fire involving
an archery standard. The committee concluded that from a liability
perspective, a professional approach to fire suppression should be
followed in all instances, and employees should be directed to
immediately call the Fire Department for any firefighting
assistance. Frank stated he would distribute a policy memorandum to
City supervisors.
5. Unreported Accidents -- A memorandum from Jim Kolstad addressing
the alleged accidents reported at the June 10 meeting was reviewed.
The following items require additional follow-up:
(a) Green trailer -- Employees report that the trailer axle is too
short, and the wheels have been reversed. In addition, because
the ramps are too narrow there is difficulty in loading the
Toro's.
(b) Wheel falling off mechanics truck -- The cause of this accident
was due to a faulty impact wrench. Steps should be taken to
test this equipment on a weekly basis.
(c) Clutch out on Turf Tractor -- Because the tractor had only 160+
hours on it when the clutch went out, supervisors are to provide
appropriate training to part time employees designated to use
the tractor. In addition, employees are reminded to use the red
tag system for reporting repairs and inoperable equipment.
Frank Boyles will see that an additional supply of red tags is
received at the Public Works garage.
FL- Irwuln Ot%rCI / %_Vr11'1111LL
Duly 8, 1987
Page three
6. Vehicle Safety Checklist Program -- Frank Boyles advised that a
Vehicle Safety Checklist Program had been initiated. The committee
reviewed the checklist form which will be completed by the mechanics
during regular vehicle maintenance checks and also after a vehicle
has been involved in an accident.
H. NEW BUSINESS
A. Review of Personal Injury/Vehicular Accidents -- The Committee
reviewed four personal injury accidents, two vehicular accidents,
and one incident involving windshield damage to a city vehicle. The
Committee determined the two vehicular accidents to be preventable.
Memorandums will be sent to appropriate supervisors on the
Committee's findings and recommendations.
Committee review of the above accidents resulted in the following
recommendations or items for follow-up:
1. Air -operated post pounder:
(a) A guard should be placed over the control valve to eliminate
the possibility of the equipment starting up by either an
employee stepping on the hose or by the weight and placement
of the hose on the ground.
(b) The controllers on all post pounders should be examined for
the problem of self -actuating.
(c) Written procedures should be established for employees to
follow when installing signs.
2. Driver's Training -- Frank Boyles and Dave Volker will develop a
Defensive DriveFTs training session consisting of fours hours of
classroom instruction, supplemented with practice training on
backing vehicles.
3. Vehicle # 17 - 1984 Ford Van -- To provide for a broader vision
of the rear area around the van, a "fresno" screen should be
installed in the back window of the van.
4. Spraying of Poison Ivy -- Employees who are non -sensitive to
poison ivy should be assigned to this activity if possible.
B. Proposed Revisions to Personal Injury/ Vehicular Accident Review
Guidelines -- Committee members suggested that a definition of
"equipment failure" and "maintenance items" be included in the
guidelines to assist the Committee in distinguishing between
vehicular accidents and vehicular incidents. Frank indicated he
would prepare draft revisions for the committee's consideration.
C. Profit in Safety Belt Conference -- This item was deferred to the
August meeting.
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July 8, 1987
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Page four
III. OTHER BUSINESS
Dave Volker advised he had recently visited a work site in the City for
the purpose of video taping the paving crew. He reported that as he
approached the site, he noted that the blue strobe light on City vehicle
#258 was not on. When he inquired as to why the strobe was not operat-
ing, he was told that the light was wired not to operate if the engine
was not running because it would drain the battery. For safety and
liability purposes, Dave recommended that strobe lights be operational
both when vehicles are running and when they are not. Frank Boyles
stated he would investigate and report back to the committee.
The meeting adjourned at 10:10 a.m.
The next meeting of the Safety Committee is scheduled for Wednesday, August
12, 7:30 a.m. in the City Council conference room.
PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
CLASS I
MURDER I
CSC
I ROBBERY
I ASSAULT]
BURGLARY
I THEFT I
AUTO THEFT I
ARSON I
1986 I 0 I
0
I 1
I 20
I 19
I 81 I
10 I
0 I
1987 I 28 I 175 1112 I 7 I
133
( 53 I 24 I 212
I 8 I 117 I 8 I 25 I 229 I 131
1987 I 0 I
1
I 0
I 20
I 23
I 89 I
9 I
2 I
TOTALS 1986
1987
CLASS II
131
144 +10%
MONTH JUNE 1987
\ - 7 l
FORGERY EMBEZZEL STOLEN WEAP PROSTI SEX GAMB OFFENSES LIQ. DISORDERLY
COUNTERFEIT IFRAUDI MENT IPROPERTYIVANDALISMIOFF ITUTIONIOFF.INARCILINGIFAM/CHILDID.W.I.ILAW I CONDUCT I OTHER I
1986 I 2 16 I 0 I 1 I 87 11 I 0 I 2 I 1 I 0 I 0 I 34 117 I 10 45 I
1987 I 2 16 I 0 0 I 51 10 I 0 I 1 I 7 I 0 I 2 I 27 110 I 4 I 54
TOTALS 1986 206
1987 164 -20%
CLASS III
FATAL PERSONAL PROPERTY SNOWMOBILE MEDICAL SUICIDE NATURAL ANIMAL
ACCIDENT I INJURY I DAMAGE I ACCIDENT I DROWNING I EMERGENCY I SUICIDE I ATTEMPTS I DEATH I BITESI FIRESI
1986 I 0 I 16 I 61 I 0 I 0 I 59 I 0 I 3 I 1 I 6 I 25
1987 I 0 I 20 I 70 I 0 I 0 I 74 I 0 I 3 I 0 I 2 I 28 I
TOTALS 1986 171
1987 197 +15%
:LASS IV
TOTALS 1986 1,086
1987 1,262 +16%
HAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1986 436
NONHAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1986 442
CRIMINAL OFFENSES CLEARED 1986 31%
1987 40%
1987 581 +33% TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS 1986 1,594
1987 577 +31% 1987 1,767 +11%
ASSIST
ANIMAL FALSE
LOCK
OTHER WARRANT TRAFFIC
FIREARM SUSPICION MISSING LOST PUBLIC
IDOMESTICIDETAILIALARMSIPROWLERI
OUTS
IAGENCYISERVED IDETAIL
IVIOLATIONIINFORMATIONIPERSON IFOUNDINUISANCEI MISC.
1986 I 29 I 141 I 96 I 7 I
134
I 40 I 21 I 172
I 6 I 111 I 3 I 26 I 211 I 89
1987 I 28 I 175 1112 I 7 I
133
( 53 I 24 I 212
I 8 I 117 I 8 I 25 I 229 I 131
TOTALS 1986 1,086
1987 1,262 +16%
HAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1986 436
NONHAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1986 442
CRIMINAL OFFENSES CLEARED 1986 31%
1987 40%
1987 581 +33% TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS 1986 1,594
1987 577 +31% 1987 1,767 +11%
PLYMOUTH POLICE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
CLASS I
JANUARY THROUGH JUNE
MONTH 1987
TOTALS 1986 717
1987 889 +248
CLASS II
FORGERY
MURDER I
CSC
I ROBBERY
I ASSAULT I
BURGLARY
I THEFT
I AUTO THEFT
I ARSON I
19861
0 1
4
1 4
I 96 1
114
I 451
I 45
I 3 I
19871
0 1
12
1 4
1 102 1
146
I 542
1 70
1 13 1
TOTALS 1986 717
1987 889 +248
CLASS II
FORGERY
EMBEZZEL
STOLEN WEAP PROSTI
SEX GAMB OFFENSES
LIQ.
DISORDERLY
I COUNTERFEITIFRAUDI
MENT IPROPERTYIVANDALISMIOFF.ITUTIONI
OFF.INARCILINGIFAM/CHILDID.W.I.1
LAW
I CONDUCT I OTHER
19861 14 1 55
1 3
I 2 I 270 1 2 1 0 1
14 1 61 1 0 1 6 1 219 I
52
1 32 1 213 1
19871 33 1 61
1 1
1 10 1 386 1 4 1 0 1
16 1 68 1 0 1 17 1201 I
46
1 14 1 270 1
TOTALS 1986 943
1987 1,127 +20%
CLASS III
FATAL PERSONAL PROPERTY SNOWMOBILE MEDICAL SUICIDE NATURAL ANIMAL
1 ACCIDENT I INJURY I DAMAGE I ACCIDENT I DROWNING I EMERGENCY I SUICIDE I ATTEMPTS I DEATH I BITES I FIRE 1
19861 2 1 77 1 397 1 0 1 0 1 347 1 2 1 18 1 8 1 28 I 136 1
19871 0 1 90 1 405 1 0 1 0 1 378 I 3 1 9 I 8 1 19 1 180 1
TOTALS 1986 1,015
1987 1,092 +8%
CLASS IV
ASSIST
ANIMAL FALSE LOCK OTHER WARRANT TRAFFIC FIREARM SUSPICION MISSING LOST PUBLIC
IDOMESTICIDETAILIALARMSIPROWLERIOUTS IAGENCYISERVED IDETAIL IVIOLATIONIINFORMATIONIPERSON IFOUNDINUISANCEI MISC. 1
19861 120 1720 1 506 1 25 1 748 1 206 1 199 1 1020 1 12 1 580 1 8 1 88 1 696 1 565 1
19871 161 1843 1 622 1 37 1 781 1 221 1 168 1 1052 1 41 1 703 1 49 1 107 1 701 1 754 1
TOTALS 1986 5,493
1987 6,240 +14%
CRIMINAL OFFENSES CLEARED 1986 34%
1987 31%
HAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1986 2,541 1987 2,861 +13%
TOTAL NUMBER OF INCIDENTS 1986 8,168
NONHAZARDOUS VIOLATIONS 1986 3,102 1987 2,448 -21%
1987 9,348 +14%
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credit to offset income from
any source.
investing in affordable housing'
Investors can earn tax-sheltered income, while helping solve � problems—homde==
by David C. Isgur
Special to FST
While the Tax Reform Act
eliminated a great many shel-
tered investment opportunities.
Congress did create one loophole
that will allow investors major
Lax breaks in return for finan-
cing something that is despar-
ately needed in this coun-
try—low-income housing.
This tax credit will allow in-
vestors to do well, while doing
something good for society.
noted Irwin J. Deutch, chairman
of the Los Angeles -based Cen-
tury Pacific investment Corp.
and one of the prime movers be-
hind the creation of this tax
credit.
When the momentum for tax
reform first began picking up
steam. "there was a very real
possibility that low-income hous-
ing incentives—incentives man-
dated by previous Congress-
es—might be swept away by tax
reform." he said. Because he had
been involved in the low-income
housing industry for more than
20 years. Deutch felt compelled
to speak out about this concern.
So in January 1986 during a
speech to the Federal Bar Assn.
in Washington. D.C.. which was
attended by the counsels for the
House Ways and Means Com-
mittee and the Senate Finance
Committee. he strongly argued
The new tax credit can be
used to shelter an investor's
income, whether it comes from
salary, dividends or other
investment income.
for the preservation of low-in-
come housing tax credits. His
speech was so persuasive that he
was Invited to submit a proposal
to the Senate Finance "Committee.
"My suggestions.. and thoee of
others in the low-income, hous=
.Ing industry. influenced , legisla-
tors to make'key exceptions for
low-income housing :under the
transition rules' and to Incorpor-
ate the -Low-Income Housing
-Tax. Credit into the :Tax'Refor
Act." Deutch said in"a`recent
newsletter to 'Century °Pacific
' clients.
Not only did Deutch play an
Congress, though, was very
important role in the creation of
clear in prohibiting this from be -
the , Low -Income Housing Tax
Ing a tax break for the very rich.
Credit.,his'6m-.- Century Pacific.
The credits are reduced for pe -o-
h as )become `•the firsf'in the na
pie with adjusted groes Incomes
tlon�to'create a' limited .pairtner-
of between $200.000 . and
shipto allow investors to make
$250,000 and eliminated,entire-
use of the: tax credit., Century Pa-
ly for investors with , incomes
'ciflchas Just bcguna $50 million
above that range.
piibhc':offering,. Century Pacific
The low-income housing tax
Housing Fund -I, which -will in-
credit is not without its
.vest In properties that qualify for
downside—For instance, an In -
the new Low -Income Housing
vestment must be held for 15
Tax Credit! -.
years to. qualify for the tax
Because of the importance of
credits taken during the first 10
encouragfrig low-income hous-
years. If a low-income apartment
ing: produ'dion—the 'growing
complex falls out of compliance
homeless populaUon ih •America
with government rules before
attests to the'rited for this hoes-
the 15 years are completed, the
ing—the new tax credit can be
internal Revenue Service can
used to shelter an inJestor's in-
revoke part of an investor's tax
come, whether it comes from sal-
credits from prior years.
ary, dividends or other invest-
The tax credit can be used
ment income. (Income or losses
most advantageously by In -
from other real estate limited
vestors in the lower tax brackets.
partnerships can only be used to
agrees Deutch. -The average
offset passive losses or passive
person has lost tax credits for
income.)
For Investors who earn be-
IRAs. Keough plans and 401(k)
tween $50.000 and $200.000
Plans. This is one of the few in -
per year, the Low -Income Hous-
vestments left where a person
ing Tax Credit can be used to off-
can save taxes on his salary in-
set up to $9.625 in 1987 and
come.
And once investors become
aware of this tax -saving oppor-
Ctunity
(raRgleSS, though, wILS ve ry
they will flock to pro-
grams like Century Pacific Hous -
clear in prohibiting lhisfrom
ing Fund 1. Deutch believes. it
becoming a tax break for the
will be an educational process for
very rich.
Investors, making them under-
stand what the tax -credit is and
how they can use, and then de -
$7.000 in taxes in each year
termining whether they will qua -
through 1997, Deutch said. A
Ilfy for the credit, he said, al -
taxpayer could save as much as
though he believes there is a
$72,625 in taxes over 10 years
large pool of investors who can.
by using this new tax credit to of
and will want to.lfa a advantage
fset income from any source.
of these tax -credited limited part -
The new tax credit offers de-
nerships.
velopers a credit of nine percent
"People will realize that they
of the cost of a building for 10
can be real estate Investors. that
years when they construct or re-
this opportunity is no longer lim-
habilitate it and rent units in it to
ited to the wealthy." he said,
low-income residents. If a devel-
adding that the tax savings
oper merely acquires a building
make this fund a good replace -
and rents it.: to.- low-income
ment for IRA funds that are no
residents. he can receive an an-
longer fully deductible.
nual four percent tax credit for
While some investors may shy
10 years. If all tenants in the
away from these partnerships
building do not meet the low -in-
because they are financing low -
come requirements, the credit is
income housing. Deutch notes i
prorated according to the portion
that "low-income housing Is just
of those tenants who do meet the
like any other kind of housing.
guidelines..
It's not public housing." The ex -
Developers pass on the tax
isting apartment complexes that
credits to investors in the part-
Century Pacific Housing Fund I
nership. Because a partnership
will Invest in will have only a cer-
may borrow -to fund a purchase,
tarn percentage of their units set
investors may get annual credits
aside for low-income residents"
well in excess of four or nine per-
The complexes in the fund, he
cent of their investment. But the
added, will be geographically Bi-
yearly credit for each investor is
verse.
limited to the amount of tax paid
on $25.000.
Wtten Interviewed. Ucutch
that due diligence
Some investors
notcet was still
are concerned that what Congress has given, it
being performed on the Rind.
the
may also lake away. But Deutch and others knowled eable about
g
with undo. writing scheduled
to begin Soon — so the pool of
the workings of Congress insist that the credit will not be
properties that will comprise the
tampered with, particularly as the na(10-1 :,' situation
fund was still unspccificcl. The
.homeless
worsens.
S50 million is expected to fi-
nance: the acquisition of between
I invcstors to "go to 3o�mconc Nh� I
10 and 20 properties.
las the expertise with this kind
Deutch added that Century
of housing."
Pacific has the option of increas-
Because of the mass of red
ing the fund to SI00 million. He
tape regarding which properties
hopes that this will become ne-
qualify for this program, which
cessary as interest in this invest-
investors qualify for the credit.
ment vehicle grows. i
"1'm
and certifying this every year for
rather excited about
10 years. some real estate syn -
this." Deutch said. noting that
I
I dicators will find that this pro -
brokerage houses are anxiously
gram is not for them. Deutch
awaiting the finished product.
said. adding that there arc also
Deutch will also be travelling
per capita, per state limitations
around the country to speak
on the utilization of the credit.
before ilriancial planners. invest-
Some Investors and advisors
mcnt advisors and meelintis of
are concerned that what Con -
national real estate trade,gmups
I gross has given. It may also take
to discuss the concept of -the low-
away. Deutch and others
income housing tax credit and
I knowledgeable about the work -
of Congress insist that the
how
j how Century Pacific is pulling it
tax credit will not be tampered
to use.
No matter how advantageous
j with. particularly as the nation's
homeless
an investment vehicle seems. it
situtaUon worsens.
"Low -Income housing has
still requires a knowledgeable
firm to make it work. Dcutch
always been a protected, tax.
warned. "We are a company
advantaged investment."
Deutch said. "It's not
that was designed specifically to
a
gimmick."
deal with these kinds of pro-
It is also not a short-term in-
grains, and it's something we
feel very comfortable about." he
vestment. It is not for en -
said, noting that not all real
trepreneuts whose Incomes fluc-
tulatc widely, but It is a "fine
estate Investment firm s could
yuppie investment." Deutch
successfully finance low-income
said. because people In their 30s
housing properties and get the
and 40s generally have little
full tax credits for their investors.
reason to shy away from the
Programs like the $50 million
15 -year holding period_
Century Pacific Housing Fund 1.
"This is something really
the $35 million public offering
worth considering,** he said.
recently filed by Boston Finan-
because an Investor "will be get-
clal Group and the 12 private
ting back more In tax savings.
and two public ofiMngs being
than {he isl investing." And he .
planned by Shelter Resources
gels to help solve one of the
lnc. of Newport Beach. Calif.
country's most pressing prob- '
represent "the cutting' edge" of
lens at the same time. C�
this new investment opportuni-
ty. Deutch said It li Important fur
Once investors become aware of this tax saving opportunity,
they will flock to programs like Century Pacific Housing Fund -1,
Deutch believes. It will, though, be an educational process for
investors, making them understand what the credit is and how
they can use it.
July 13, 1987
Mr. Robert H. Rohlf, Director PUMOUTR
Hennepin County Library
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, Minnesota 55343
Dear Mr. Rohlf:
I have read a copy of your Duly 9 letter addressed to Mayor Schneider. In
that letter you state, "the Library has had a great deal of difficulty in
attempting to find a mutually agreeable site in the City of Plymouth." I am
puzzled by that comment.
I have been with the City of Plymouth since 1971. During that period of
time, there have been very few meetings between representatives of the
Library and the City. It has been generally agreed, I believe, that a
library site would be better situated in the area we refer to as Downtown
Plymouth. We have suggested one or more sites adjacent to the City Center,
and you have indicated concern about visibility from Highway 55. I do not
recall your having proposed a specific site with Highway 55 frontage in the
downtown Plymouth area. In any event, I would like to meet with you to
review the matter in hopes that any concerns you have with respect to our
cooperating with you and the Library Board can be eliminated.
You letter also refers to "long-term library site criteria adopted by the
Library Board and the County Board of Commissioners." I would appreciate
receiving a copy of these criteria and any other explanatory information
which may be needed to appropriately interpret them. It would be helpful if
I could receive these prior to the duly 23 meeting of the Library Board.
Thank you for your attention to this request.
Yours truly,
mes G. Willis
Ci y Manager
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cc: Hennepin County Commissioners
Dale A. Ackmann, County Administrator
Library Board
Mayor and City Council
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Virgil Schneider, Mayor
City of Plymouth
C/o Plymouth City Hall
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Schneider:
On behalf of the West Hennepin Human Services Planning Board, I
would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the support of
your community in the implementation of the Energy Assistance Pro-
gram for 1986-1987.
Without the use of your facility for an intake site used for the
processing of applications, we would not have been able to serve the
west suburban population as.efficiently.
The West Suburban Energy Assistance program for 1986-1987 was able
to provide Energy Assistance to 1125 households with an average
grant size of $428.84.
The West Hennepin Energy Assistance Volunteers, which totaled 27
this year, all from the Western Suburbs, volunteered 900 hours for
processing applications and doing information and referral.
Thank you once again for your continuing support and hopefully we
will be able to continue working with you and your site for the
coming heating season.
If you have any questions or need special arrangements made for use
of your site for the 1987-1988 season, please contact Anita Vogel,
Energy Assistance Coordinator or Bruce Larson, Assistant Director,
West Hennepin Human Services Planning Board at 920-5533.
Sincerely,
Dr.ames McDonough, Chairperson
Board of Directors
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Daniel Wuollet
4949 Holly Lane
Plymouth, MN. 55446
June 24, 1987
To: Mayor, Virgil Schnieder
Council Member Zitur
Council Member Crain
Council Member Sisk
Council Member Vasilou
City Manager Willis
Subject: Traffic Law Enforcement on Holly Lane
Holly Lane north of County Road 9 is a dead end road. Holly
is paved up to Hollydale golf course (about one half mile)
and is gravel beyond. There are no speed limit signs on
this segment of Holly Lane. I have lived at 4949 Holly Lane
for almost 11 years.
On the afternoon of June 17, I was driving north on Holly to
my home when I was stopped by an unmarked (no lights on top
of the car, no signage on the side of the car) police car and
issued a speeding ticket for driving 46 miles per hour in a
30 miles per hour zone. The car was not visible until I
passed over a slight rise in the road. The officer said he
clocked me with radar at 46.
I understand from visiting with my neighbors, that I was not
alone in my brush with the speed laws. Several other people
that live on the road were similarly cited.
There are two things about this incident which concern me
greatly. The first is the assumed speed limit on Holly and
the second is the way in which the laws are enforced.
First, the speed limit. Holly is paved north of County 9.
County Road 9 is paved and has a posted speed limit of 50.
The next road northbound road east of Holly is Vicksburg
which has a posted limit of 50. Peony Lane and Dunkirk Lane
are the closest roads parallel to Holly. They are both
gravel and have posted limits of 40. Further to the east,
West Medicine Lake Road is also a paved road heading north
from County 9. It also has a posted limit of 50. There are
large corn fields on both sides of Holly, suggesting that
this is more like a rural road than a residential street. In
spite of my living on Holly for more than 10 years and in
view of the above statements of its context, I was amazed to
be informed by the officer that the speed limit on Holly Lane
is 30 miles per hour.
Second, the law enforcement. I speculate that the police
officer was there because someone in the area complained
about traffic, perhaps traffic to and from the golf course.
I recognize that the police have many duties and that they
cannot possibly please all residents at all times. However,
I question the good that can come from trying to entrap
drivers with radar in an unposted speed zone. Surely if the
intent is to slow down traffic on this road, the simple
posting of a speed limit sign would be a far superior first
step than setting a speed trap. Let us assume that most of
the citizens of our community want to obey the laws. This
incident has all the trappings of the old comic book gags
with the motorcycle cop hiding behind a billboard tagging
unsuspecting speeders.
I am proud to live in Plymouth. I have enjoyed my years here
and have never had reason to complain about the city or the
services provided. In this particular case, however, I feel
that I (and some of my neighbors) was treated most unfairly.
Thank you for your consideration of this matter.
Sincerely,
41� i .
July 10. 1987
Mr. Daniel Wuollet
4949 Holly Lane
Plymouth. Minnesota 55446
Re: Traffic Law Enforcement on Holly Lane
Dear Mr. Wuollet:
I was given a coov of your letter concerning the above subiect matter by City
Manaa_er Jim Willis. He requested that I respond to you. I believe that you may
have a legitimate concern relative to the speed limit on Holly Lane. However. I
do not agree with your assessment of the way we enforce the laws!
Since the date that you received your citation for speeding. the City Council has
requested that an enaineerina and traffic investigation be conducted by reoresen-
tatives of the Commissioner of Transportation. The reason for this request is
because we cannot at this time document whether Holly Lane was ever desianated a
30 MPH speed limit because of it being defined within an "urban district". The
key to this problem is the statutory definition of "urban districts". Therefore,
it is our desire to have this section of roadway studied to obtain the approori-
ate speed limit.
In general. speed limits on residential streets throughout Minnesota are 30 MPH
unless signed otherwise. When drivina in absence of signing in residential
areas. the presumption for drivers is that the speed limit is 30 MPH.
Because there appears to be a technicality attached to the citation that you and
several of your neighbors received. I am willing to write a letter to the court
explainina the situation and reauestina that your driver's record be cleared of
the speeding charge. Therefore, if you and any of your neighbors believe that
the street .you were driving on was one not covered by a 30 MPH speed limit,
Please communicate your concerns as soon as possible to me.
If fines have been paid. you should also indicate the amount of the fines and
request reimbursement. I will personally see that the City Clerk is copied on
all correspondence.
The reason that we were running radar on Holly Lane was simply because a resident
had requested that we do so. It was my understanding that the resident thouaht
the speed limit was 30 MPH, the same as I did. The reason that we frequently use
unmarked vehicles in radar enforcement is simply because we do not wish to pre -
warn drivers of our presence. If we did. we would be even more effective if we
out a sia_n on the road prior to enterina our radar area "speed trap ahead --
watch for police in unmarked vehicles". What we wanted to do on Holly Lane, as
well as what we do in other areas of the City, is to aet an honest. true aoorai-
sal of traffic violations.
CITY OF
-PLYMOUTR
Re: Traffic Law Enforcement on Holly Lane
Dear Mr. Wuollet:
I was given a coov of your letter concerning the above subiect matter by City
Manaa_er Jim Willis. He requested that I respond to you. I believe that you may
have a legitimate concern relative to the speed limit on Holly Lane. However. I
do not agree with your assessment of the way we enforce the laws!
Since the date that you received your citation for speeding. the City Council has
requested that an enaineerina and traffic investigation be conducted by reoresen-
tatives of the Commissioner of Transportation. The reason for this request is
because we cannot at this time document whether Holly Lane was ever desianated a
30 MPH speed limit because of it being defined within an "urban district". The
key to this problem is the statutory definition of "urban districts". Therefore,
it is our desire to have this section of roadway studied to obtain the approori-
ate speed limit.
In general. speed limits on residential streets throughout Minnesota are 30 MPH
unless signed otherwise. When drivina in absence of signing in residential
areas. the presumption for drivers is that the speed limit is 30 MPH.
Because there appears to be a technicality attached to the citation that you and
several of your neighbors received. I am willing to write a letter to the court
explainina the situation and reauestina that your driver's record be cleared of
the speeding charge. Therefore, if you and any of your neighbors believe that
the street .you were driving on was one not covered by a 30 MPH speed limit,
Please communicate your concerns as soon as possible to me.
If fines have been paid. you should also indicate the amount of the fines and
request reimbursement. I will personally see that the City Clerk is copied on
all correspondence.
The reason that we were running radar on Holly Lane was simply because a resident
had requested that we do so. It was my understanding that the resident thouaht
the speed limit was 30 MPH, the same as I did. The reason that we frequently use
unmarked vehicles in radar enforcement is simply because we do not wish to pre -
warn drivers of our presence. If we did. we would be even more effective if we
out a sia_n on the road prior to enterina our radar area "speed trap ahead --
watch for police in unmarked vehicles". What we wanted to do on Holly Lane, as
well as what we do in other areas of the City, is to aet an honest. true aoorai-
sal of traffic violations.
Mr. Daniel Wuollet
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July 10. 1981
Traffic enforcement is not a came. It was never intended that the cops versus
the speeders be a sporting event. However. I recognize the myth of a contest
exists today when I reflect on the large number of radar detectors in use.
In closing. I am glad that You took the time to write so that it allows me the
opportunity to correct a problem for you. And, it is much easier for me to
respond to criticisms for enforcing the law too aggressively than to criticisms
to "why are you guvs not doing Your Job?"
When the speed study has been completed, speed limit signs will be installed.
Sincerely.
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Richard J G'Carlauit
Public Safety Director
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Department of Transportation
District 5
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Golden Valley, Minnesota 55422
July 8, 1987
Fred G. Moore, Public Works Director
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Re: Speed Zoning - Holly Lane
City of Plymouth
Dear Mr. Moore:
(612) 593- 8544
Your June 25 letter to Bill Crawford and a copy of Plymouth Resolu-
tion 87-436 have been forwarded to our traffic engineering office.
The requested speed zoning study for Holly Lane between County State
Aid Highway 9 and the Soo Line Railroad has been placed on our agenda.
As soon as the necessary data has been collected and evaluated, we
will contact you to discuss possible speed zoning alternatives. In
the meantime, please contact Ed Brown at this office (593-8549) if
you have any questions or additional information pertaining to the
study.
Sincerely,
J. S. Katz,
District Traffic Engineer
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
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