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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
May 29, 1987
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.....
1. COUNCIL/STAFF DINNER MEETING -- Monday, June 1, 6:00 p.m., City
Council conference room. The Council will meet with the City
Auditors to review the 1986 audited financial statement and their
management recommendations. Scott Hovet, City Assessor, will also
be present to review the responsibility of the Council members
serving as members of the Board of Review.
2. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, June 1, 7:30 p.m. Regular City
Council meeting in ity Council Chambers.
3. BOARD OF REVIEW -- Tuesday, June 2, 7:30 p.m. The Council will
convene as the City's Board of Review in the Council Chambers.
A copy of the 1987 Board of Review packet is being provided to the
Council under separate cover.
4. COUNCIL & HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS MEETING -- Monday, June 8,
5:30 p.m. The Council will meet with Hennepin County Commissioners
for the purpose of discussing the Hennepin County staff report on
alternative sites for solid waste transfer stations.
5. TOWN MEETING -- Monday, June 8, 7:30 p.m. Town Meeting for Area 7
residents. A copy of the letter/agenda notice is attached. (M-5)
6 ANNUAL MEETING LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES -- The 1987 LMC annual
conference will be held at the Mayor Civic enter in Rochester, from
June 9-12.
7. JUNE CALENDAR -- A revised June meeting calendar is attached. The
calendar includes a June 11 HRA meeting (M-7)
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
May 29, 1987
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. 1987 OMNIBUS TAX BILL - PROPERTY TAX IMPACTS -- The Minnesota House
Research Department has prepared add tions property tax simulation
models estimating 1988 payable taxes for Plymouth. These projec-
tions represent a composite of the four school districts in
Plymouth, and therefore are not precise. The simulation model uses
three homesteaded properties for comparitive purposes. The
" averagd' value home with a market value of $95,400 is projected to
experience an increase of $105 per year or 7.9 percent. A home with
a value one-third below the average value, $63,900, would experience
a tax increase of $26 or 4.8 percent. Finally, a home with an
average value one-third above the average home value, $126,800,
would experience an increase of $167 annually or 7.5 percent. These
are the three examples reported in the model. So much for state tax
to relief !
2. HARTY'S BOAT RENTAL -- Attached is an April 24, 1987, letter from
Park and -Recreation Director Eric Blank to Joe Hardy requesting that
any privately owned equipment be removed from City property at the
Harty's north boat rental location. Eric's letter provided thirty
days for removal of various building materials, shed and boat lifts
from public property. An initial inspection on May 26, and second
inspection on May 28, confirms that the Harty's have removed these
articles from the public property. (I-2)
3. DEDICATION PLAQUE PARKERS LAKE CITY PARK -- As part of the prepara-
tion for the July 19 Dedication CeremonT for Parkers Lake City Park,
a dedication plaque will be prepared. The plaque will be installed
in the peace flower garden area consistent with the Bicentennial
" Living Legacy' theme for the signing of the United States Consti-
tution. Attached is memorandum from Park and Recreation Director
Blank containing the language for the dedication plaque. If the
Council agrees with this language we will proceed to order the
plaque prepared so that it can be ready for the July 19 ceremonies.
(I-3)
4. COMMUNICATIONS PLAN -- Helen LaFave, Communications Coordinator, has
prepared the attached outline with target dates for the development
of the City's Communications Plan. The outline is a comprehensive
list of individuals/groups with whom she plans to meet and the areas
she will be discussing with each. To date, Helen has initiated
meetings with department heads and video producers to identify the
strengths and weaknesses of the City's communications efforts.
Additional meetings with homeowner associations, civic
organizations, etc., are also scheduled. The information gathered
from these meetings will allow her to determine the overall goals
and objectives of each audience group, and then develop specific
activities, i.e. publications, cable television, etc., that the City
may want to use to reach the audiences. A finalized Communications
Plan is targeted for submittal to the City Council for August 10.
(1-4)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
Nay 29, 1987
Page three
5. MINUTES:
a. Planning Commission, May 13, 1987. (I-5)
6. DEVELOPMENT IDENTIFICATION SIGN -- On Friday, May 29, a development
identification sign will be placed in the southeast quadrant of
I-494 and County Road 9 for a development proposed by Rich Brokker,
Power Industries, for Powell Lincoln Mercury. The proposal is to
rezone the property from FRO (future restricted development)
District to B-3 (service business) District; the preliminary plat is
for one commercial lot; and, a Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit
to allow automobile sales on the site located at Vinewood Lane North
and County Road 9. The variance requests include exceeding the
minimum square footage for signage and reduced setbacks for parking
and drive aisles. The Planning Commission will consider this
application at a Public Hearing scheduled for dune 10.
7. STAFF RESPONSES TO RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORMS -- Staff responses to
resident feedback forms submitted at the Area 6 Town Meeting are
attached. (I-7)
8. RESIGNATION -- Steve Cook, Forester, submitted his resignation
effective Friday, dune 5, 1987. After nearly four years with the
City, Steve has decided to pursue a career as a commercial airline
pilot. Steve has always had an interest in this area and the oppor-
tunity has presented itself for him to receive the necessary commer-
cial pilot training. Applications for the Forester position are
being solicited through the newspaper advertisement.
9. AIDS PREVENTION -- The Public Safety Director has been in contact
with the enter for Disease Control in Atlanta following recent
reports of hospital workers testing positive for the AIDS virus
following their becoming in contact with the blood of infected
persons. Because Public Safety personnel respond to medical and
personal injury accidents where bleeding is involved, the Public
Safety Director is issuing rubber gloves to the Officers to be worn
in bleeding situations. This step is being taken as a prudent and
protective measure so as to reduce the possibility of any of our
personnel becoming inadvertently infected with the virus.
10. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter of appreciation to Mayor Schneider, from Carol Brownell,
recipient of the Plymouth " Outstanding Citizen of the Year"
award. (I -10a)
b. Letter from Senator Rudy Boschwitz providing an update on the
status of S. 79, the High Risk Occupational Disease Notification
and Prevention Act. On April 24, letters were sent to U.S.
legislators representing Plymouth urging their opposition to
both S. 79 and H.R. 162. A copy of our April 24 letter is also
attached. (I -10b)
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c. Letter from Mary Johnston, WCCO Television, thanking the Police
Department for participating in Project Lifesaver. (I -10c)
d. Letter of appreciation to Blair Tremere, from Thomas Hayter,
Harrison Hills Homeowners Association, for his presentation at a
May 19 Homeowners Association meeting. (I -10d)
e. Letter from Anthony Eiden, Eiden Construction, Inc., to City
Council and City Manager, stating concerns with the City's
current schedule for building inspections. (I -10e)
f. Memorandum to City Manager from Frank Boyles in response
to concerns expressed by Mr. John Duffy relative to the
expansion of the Plymouth Park and Ride lot. A letter to Mr.
Duffy is also attached. (I -10f)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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May 19, 1987
CITY OF
PLYMOUTH+
Dear Plymouth Resident:
SUBJECT: TOWN MEETING, JUNE 8
Because Plymouth is a developing community, there are many actions underway
or In the planning stage which could impact upon you. In order to maintain
open communication channels with residents of the community, I have sche-
duled a Town Meeting for Monday, June 8 for residents of your area. In
order to keep the meetings on an Informal basis while dealing with specific
topics of interest to you, the Town Meeting will be for residents living
north of 36th Avenue, east of Brockton Lane, west of 494, and south of 62nd
Avenue, excluding the area east of Dunkirk Avenue from 36th Ave. to 45th
Ave. and the area east of Vicksburg from 45th Avenue to 36th Avenue.
The Town Meeting is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Plymouth City
Center. On the reverse side of this letter is a list of possible topics for
discussion at the Town Meeting. If you have other matters of interest we
will seek to address these also.
I encourage you to Join Councilmem bers Crain, Zitur, Sisk, Vasiliou and
myself at 7:30 p.m., Monday, June 8 at the Plymouth City Center. We are
anxious to meet you and look forward to this opportunity to meetinq
informally to discuss matters of mutual interest. If you have any questions
about the Town Meeting, please feel free to call your City Clerk, Ms. Laurie
Brandt at 559-2800, ext. 204.
Sincerely,
Vi gil A. Schneider
Mayor
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
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SIR
CITY OF
PLYMOUTH+
Dear Plymouth Resident:
SUBJECT: TOWN MEETING, JUNE 8
Because Plymouth is a developing community, there are many actions underway
or In the planning stage which could impact upon you. In order to maintain
open communication channels with residents of the community, I have sche-
duled a Town Meeting for Monday, June 8 for residents of your area. In
order to keep the meetings on an Informal basis while dealing with specific
topics of interest to you, the Town Meeting will be for residents living
north of 36th Avenue, east of Brockton Lane, west of 494, and south of 62nd
Avenue, excluding the area east of Dunkirk Avenue from 36th Ave. to 45th
Ave. and the area east of Vicksburg from 45th Avenue to 36th Avenue.
The Town Meeting is scheduled to begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Plymouth City
Center. On the reverse side of this letter is a list of possible topics for
discussion at the Town Meeting. If you have other matters of interest we
will seek to address these also.
I encourage you to Join Councilmem bers Crain, Zitur, Sisk, Vasiliou and
myself at 7:30 p.m., Monday, June 8 at the Plymouth City Center. We are
anxious to meet you and look forward to this opportunity to meetinq
informally to discuss matters of mutual interest. If you have any questions
about the Town Meeting, please feel free to call your City Clerk, Ms. Laurie
Brandt at 559-2800, ext. 204.
Sincerely,
Vi gil A. Schneider
Mayor
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
TOWN METING AGENDA
AREA SEVEN
June 8, 1987
7:30 p.m.
I. THOROUGHFARES
A. Thoroughfare Guide Plan
B. Capital Improvement Program
C. County Road 10 improvement between County Road 18 and I-494
I. PARK'S
A. Park and Trail System Comprehensive Plan
B. Neighborhood park - Lake Camelot Estates
I. HOUSING & DEVELOPMENT
A. Staged Development Plan/MUSA Boundary
B. Urban Development Policy/Subdivision Code Variances
C. Former North Central Aggregate Co. site and Fernbrook Woods
D. Camelot Estates RPUD
V. PUBLIC SAFETY
A. Police/Fire Report
B. Neighborhood Watch Program
V. OTHER ITEMS
A. Public Transportation feedback
B. Solid waste recycling
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April 24, 1987
Joe Harty
Harty Boat Rental
1920 E Medicine Lake Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Joe:
On Thursday, April 23, the City surveyed the park property that we currently
own adjacent to Harty's north boat rental location. Through this survey,
we discovered that numerous Harty's boat rental facilities are actually
located on City of Plymouth park property. For insurance and other reasons,
it is inappropriate for this private enterprise to continue operating using
City property. Therefore, this written communication is intended to give
you 30 days to remove all of your existing facilities, equipment, etc., from
public property. This should be completed no later than Monday, May 25, 1987.
It is the intention of the City to make an inspection of the property at
that time, and to take any necessary action to insure compliance with this
request.
If you have any questions, you can reach me at 559-2800 x 265.
Sincerely,
Eric J. Blank,
Director
Parks and
Recreation
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cc: (City Manager
Director of Planning
Director of Public Safety
Park and Environmental Supervisor
City Attorney
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
DATE: May 22, 1987 MEMO
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Eric J. Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation FS
SUBJECT: DEDICATION PLAQUE - PARKERS LAKE CITY PARK
In order to meet our deadline for the July 19 Dedication Ceremony at
Parkers Lake, it is necessary for us to place an order for the actual
dedication plaque. By way of refresher, the plaque will go into a
dedication area lying immediately west of the pond with the fountain,
which will be surrounded by flower gardens.
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In selecting this language, we have attempted to recognize those individuals
who have given their lives for their country and individuals who are currently
working to preserve peace. It would be most helpful if we could receive
authorization from the City Council to proceed with this language at their
earliest convenience.
PARKERS LAKE PARK
Dedicated to those who shared a vision of
freedom, justice and peace
for which they gave their lives,
and to those who work daily
to carry on this 'Legacy.
July 19, 1987
/np
PROJECTED TARGET
DATES
May 11 -June 11
May 13
May 11 -May 22
May 15
(DRAFT)
DEVELOPMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS PLAN
Step 1: Gather information and ideas to determine areas for improvement
and communications efforts which should be maintained.
1) Review MDA development survey results and survey of
Plymouth residents.
2) Meet with department heads and key staff members regarding:
a) Each department's target audiences - developers,
residents, homeowner associations, City council, State
agencies, etc.
b) All issues/policies that the departmental staff is
responsible for communicating.
c) Past communications efforts to reach each audience.
d) Current communications efforts to reach each audience.
e) Communcations efforts which have proven to be
effective.
f) What would they like to do if they had unlimited
resouces?
g) Issues/policies about which they feel residents/
developers are confused/uninformed.
h) City -administered programs which are underutilized.
I) Ideas for Communications Coordinator to follow up on
(e.g. brochures, cable television programs).
�) Key staff people who may be interested in working_ on
communcations -related projects (e.g. a person who may
have a flair for public relations and is willing to
give presentations, appear on cable television, etc.).
k) City sponsored projects for which they need to recruit
volunteers or enlist citizen support.
3) Meet with video producers regarding:
a) Past/present efforts to publicize Channel 7 programs to
residents, City Council members.
b) Suggestions they may have for establishing commun-
ications channels through which program ideas will be
generated.
c) Ways the production process would be expedited.
d) Subject areas where programming needs exist.
e) Ideas for creating amore consistent programminq
schedule.
f) Expanding the use of the character generator and keep-
ing it up to date.
g) Equipment needs which should be included in the 1988
budget.
COMMUNICATIONS PLAN �--_
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44ay 29 4) Meet with City Manager and Assistant City Manaqer to
discuss:
a) Specific areas in which the City Council has indicated
they would like changes.
b) Past and current communications efforts to keep
employees up-to-date on City Council actions, City
programs and policies, including the role of employee
newsletter.
c) Regular, written communications with the City Council.
d) Specific areas they feel need work (e.a. design of
publications, type of information which is commun-
icated, type and hours of programming on Channel 7.
e) The importance of specific audiences with which the
City staff and Council communicates.
June 1 - 5 5) Gather information over the telephone reqardinq the commun-
ications efforts of other cities, including sample commun-
ications plans, newsletters, brochures, cable television
program schedules.
June 11 6) Meet with homeowner association presidents and represen-
tatives of civic organizations regarding:
a) When and how often they have contact with City staff.
b) Typically, who initiates contact.
c) Determine if their association/group would be interest-
ed in presentations by City staff.
d) Specific areas in which they feel more information
regarding City policy/program should be made available
to associations or residents in general.
e) Specific projects, which are beneficial to the
community, which the association sponsors and the City
may want to consider promoting.
June 16- 26 Step 2: Develop an overall goal and mission for the communications
program.
June 16 - 26 Step 3: Develop incremental objectives to help achieve overall goals in
regard to speci is audiences.
June 16 - 26 Step 4: Keeping in mind the importance of each audience and the
communications areas .,which need to be maintained and/or
improved, develop a list of specific and appropriate
activities communications to achieve each ob'ective
July 3 Step 5: Develop approximate costs associated with the activities which
are not currently being undertaken.
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August 7
Step
6:
Submit a draft plan to the City Manaqer
and Assistant City
Manager for approval.
August 10
Step
7:
Make necessary changes and submit to
City Council for
approval.
August 14
Step
8:
Distribute finalized plan.
September 1
Step
9:
Reinitiate process by reviewing steps taken
to date and impact
of those steps on plan. Recommend plan revisions accordingly:
receive approval and redistribute.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
MAY 13, 1987
The Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was
called to order at 7:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Steigerwald. Commissioners
Wire, Stulberg, Zylla, Plufka and Pauba
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Associate Planner Al Cottingham
City Engineer Sherm Goldberg
Planning Director Blair Tremere
Planning Secretary Grace Wineman
*CONSENT AGENDA
Commissioner Zylla requested that Item No. 5-B be removed
from the Consent Agenda for discussion. Initially, Commis-
sioner Zylla offered to abstain from the vote on this item
so as not to delay the petitioner; however, he believes this
facility has an impact on the nearby residential neighbor-
hood and deserves some discussion.
MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Stulberg to adopt the Consent Agenda and recommend approval
for Items 5-C, and E. Item No. 5-B was removed from the
Consent Agenda for further discussion.
Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
*MINUTES
MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Stulberg to approve the April 22, 1987 Minutes as submitted.
5 Ayes. Commissioner Plufka abstained. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Commissioner Zylla indicated the Minutes of April 22, 1987,
page 82, seem not to reflect that Fred Haas, Mary Anderson
Construction Co., agreed to show prospective buyers the sur-
rounding conditions especially regarding roadway improve-
ments and extensions relative to the area in and around
"Fernbrook Woods".
Initial and subsequent discussions ensued regarding the re-
moval of items from the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Plufka
stated an item may be removed from the Consent Agenda with-
out a majority ruling of the Commission. Chairman
Steigerwald agreed, explaining that Commissioner Zylla's
concerns relate to architectural design, building materials,
and aesthetic compatibility, which are not specifically
regulated by the current Ordinance; and, that the Commission
and Council will need to discuss the merits of amending the
Zoning Ordinance. He stated that Commissioner Zylla should
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May 13, 1987
familiarize himself with the transition policy of the Ordin-
ance which regulates those commercial and industrial
developments adjacent to or which abut a residential
development.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the application by Kenneth
Streeter and requested an overview of the May 4, 1987 Staff
Report by Planner Cottingham.
Mr. Streeter provided background on the proposal. Chairman
Steigerwald noted that a developer who had proposed a retail
center on Highway 55, had explained that when looking at
property zoned for retail uses in and around the "Downtown
Plymouth" area, he was of the opinion there were not enough
"rooftops" to make a retail center a viable concern. Mr.
Streeter stated the property at 34th Avenue and Plymouth
Boulevard is an appropriate location for the size project
proposed. He does not believe this proposal is speculative,
they have studied the area for some time; and, even though
traffic counts in other areas appear to be more significant,
the services to be offered in this development are needed in
the area. He believes the number of households will support
these services.
Chairman Steigerwald inquired, if it turns out to not be
"good for tenants" what would the City be able to do about
empty storefronts? Mr. Streeter stated this would be his
problem, not the City's. The buildings will be solid brick,
compatible to the City Center building; and, could be used
for other purposes if that became necessary. He does not
believe this will be the case.
Commissioner Zylla inquired if the PUD is held by one indi-
vidual, and asked about the zoning in the area. Chairman
Steigerwald explained that an overall Planned Unit Develop-
ment Plan has been approved for the "Downtown" area. Com-
missioner Zylla inquired if the PUD Plan is a contractual
document between the owner and the City.
Director Tremere explained the PUD Plan was approved under a
unified ownership which has been dissolved financially. One
major land owner is Super Valu; and, much of the other land
has been held by 1st Bank Systems, who is selling land to
Mr. Streeter.
Commissioner Zylla inquired if this proposal is the first
deviation from the PUD Plan? Commissioner Plufka explained
there has been a number of amendments made to the original
PUD Plan as sites developed. Commissioner Zylla inquired if
the Commission will review the detailed plans for this
site. Director Tremere stated the applicant will be submit-
ting a subdivision plan and site plan to be reviewed by the
Commission.
KENNETH STREETER
PLYMOUTH HILLS SHOPS
PUD AMENDMENT
(87028)
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May 13, 1987
Discussion ensued about the importance of sequential
development within the MPUD. Mr. Streeter reiterated that
the services to be offered by this development are needed
and this development will complement further development in
the area.
Commissioner Plufka inquired if Mr. Streeter had spoken to
Super Valu; Mr. Streeter stated he was told this site was
not available. Commissioner Plufka inquired about compati-
bility with the PUD Plan; and, is the creation of additional
retail space needed? Mr. Streeter stated therewould be
space available for the "bigger user" would propose clothing
stores and sitdown restaurants; this development will have
some food service. He noted that the original PUD Plan
showed a number of sites available for banks and the bank
market has changed significantly since this plan was approv-
ed. Alos, it was not known at that time how popular video
stores and tanning salons would be for example.
Commissioner Plufka stated concern regarding diminishing the
visible sites for restaurants which could give them a more
substantial chance for success. Mr. Streeter stated that an
upscale restaurant would be visible from the area designated
for the "Theme Center", and that the existing topography
would be more desirable for that restaurant -type. He noted
that "fast-food" outlets won't sign without high traffic
counts, visibility, and they want to see that approvals for
their use has been granted.
Commissioner Pauba agreed, stating that locations in high
traffic and high visibility areas are important for fast
food; whereas a good sitdown restaurant will make a name for
itself. Mr. Streeter pointed out that fast food outlets in
Plymouth have developed where there is high visibility, but
the do not have convenient access.
Commissioner Zylla stated the applicant should recognize
this site is a focal point for the City and that development
must be high quality. Mr. Streeter stated this had been
made very clear during staff review of the proposal. Com-
missioner Plufka stated the development will have high visi-
bility and must have good aesthetic treatment on both sides
which will be visible within the development area; and,
Highway 55.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, as there was
no one present to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was
closed.
MOTION by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner NOTION TO APPROVE
Plufka to recommend approval for the Planned Unit Develop-
ment Amendment for Kenneth Streeter, Streeter Investments,
subject to the conditions as listed in the May 4, 1987 staff
report.
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May 13, 1987
Commissioner Plufka stated he finds the uses compatible with
the stated purpose and Planned Unit Development criteria.
He asked that the petitioner give special attention to the
parking and circulation on this site.
Commissioner Wire concurs; and, believes there were too many
restaurant sites on the original plan.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Holiday
Stationstores, Inc., and requested an overview by Planner
Cottingham of the April 28, 1987 staff report.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Jerry Jensen, Holiday
Stationstores, Inc. Mr. Jensen had no questions or
comments.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, as there was
no one present to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was
closed.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
HOLIDAY STATIONSTORES
SITE PLAN AND
CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT AMENDMENT
(87032)
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Stulberg to recommend approval of the Site Plan and Con-
ditional Use Permit Amendment for Holiday Stationstores,
Inc., subject to the conditions as listed in the April 28,
1987 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Laukka
Development. An overview of the May 4, 1987 staff report
was provided by Planner Cottingham.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Larry Laukka. Mr.
Laukka explained the land use which includes high density
residential, commercial, and industrial within this Mixed
Planned Unit Development. Their proposal is for the
development of "for sale" housing which provides the best of
both worlds in attached and detached homes. He has studied
the Twin City market and notes that land which is close to
the core of the metro area is scarce and expensive. He
believes their concept will work within this community; they
will offer three to four different housing types on this
large site.
Mr. Laukka introduced Peter Jarvis, Bob Kost, BRW; and, the
architects from Architectural Forum.
Mr. Jarvis explained that discussion would include the
City's issue regarding open space attributes. He contended
the entire site must be reviewed; and pointed out the open
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
LAUKKA DEVELOPMENT
REVISED RPUD PRELIM-
INARY PLAN/PLAT AND
CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FOR PARKERS
LAKE DEVELOPMENT
(87036)
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space for the detached housing which is adjacent to a 30 -
acre park, a generally dry pond with open area in the south-
west corner of the site; and, that the housing is across the
street from a park. He stated this brings about the analy-
zation of private yards. City staff is saying the plan does
not respond to the open space attributes; however, they are
not recognizing the "privacy" aspect.
Mr. Jarvis discussed the staff review of their initial plan
and explained the street design features which included a
1,400 ft. cul-de-sac and median concept. He stated that
during review, City staff had concern from a safety and
maintenance standpoint. He explained the landscaped medians
were designed much as those you see in the more "comfortable
residential neighborhoods" in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
He presented a graphic of the initial plan in addition to
the plans called "Alternate A" and "Alternate B".
Mr. Jarvis stated that other communities, such as Edina and
Bloomington, confirm that snow plowing and snow storage is
made easier by these street designs. This was to have been
a major design feature, but City staff asked them to remove
the islands and median and change the street widths. This
was done and two optional plans were submitted for formal
review.
He showed the Commission Alternatives A and B which were
reviewed by City staff, and addressed the staff report. He
asked that the Commission discuss the problems as perceived
by staff. He stated that snow plowing seems to be designing
every residential neighborhood in Plymouth. He noted that
this project could die if a number of lots are lost due to
street design; and, if Alternative A or B is approved, the
development won't have the positive design features of the
plan he originally submitted.
Mr. Jarvis stated concern about and disagreed with the
report submitted by Strgar-Roscoe relative to the traffic
analysis in that the report revealed no exhibit by the
consultant on which they based their judgments. He stated
the Strgar-Roscoe report reflected a trip rate of "10/per
unit/per day". The applicant's analysis show "8/per unit/
per day". He went on to say that if the street design modi-
fications as defined are required, this "project is dead".
Chairman Steigerwald stated that City Council Resolution
No. 87-176, Condition No. 22, requires "effective private
open space". Mr. Jarvis stated this has been suitably res-
ponded to in his opinion by the landscaped and courtyard
areas.
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He related that the typical buyer would be in the age group,
20-35 yrs; and single people would make up 25 to 30% of that
group. Chairman Steigerwald pointed out that many people in
this age group have young children; and, he would not want
to see them playing around the streets and boulevard/
medians. The safety factor is important for small children
crossing streets to access the parks. This development plan
limits the play area within the development.
Commissioner Plufka inquired about the average unit and lot
size? The architect stated the unit size would range from
950 sq. ft. to 1,250 sq. ft.; and, the lot sizes would be
4,200 to 4,500 sq. ft. The architect explained the typical
internal/ "zipper" lot would be 4,200 sq. ft.; and average
perimeter lot would go up to 5,500 sq. ft.
Chairman Steigerwald stated he is not adverse to this type
of housing and the design does seem to be for older
families, so-called "empty nesters", or couples with no
children. However, the development will draw young families
because of its convenient location, and this plan has no
focal point for young children irrespective of street widths
and medians. He inquired about the snow removal problems
per paragraph a) of the Strgar-Roscoe correspondence.
Engineer Goldberg explained the need to use a front end
loader wheree there are parking stalls.
Commissioner Wire inquired how the cul-de-sacs are plowed.
Engineer Goldberg stated they are plowed with a front end
loader, or small truck, and they are a problem for plowing.
Further discussion ensued regarding the storage and hauling
of snow. Commissioner Wire noted the problems with more
driveways and less frontage than the conventional
neighborhoods.
Mr. Jarvis stated they were told any plans which included
medians would receive a recommendation of denial by staff.
Engineer Goldberg confirmed that Engineering/Public Works is
concerned with the maintenance and snow removal for the
street design as proposed.
Mr. Jarvis passed out paper copies of the initial plan which
became known as "Alternate C".
Commissioner Plufka inquired about the traffic circulation,
noting that the street design would be appropriate for
California, but in Minnesota, snow storage is a reality; and
though medians can be beautiful, the vegetation can be
destroyed by the snow, salt, and chemicals, and they will
wind up as "little dirt circles."
Further discussion ensued about the merits of medians and
the fact that the Homeowner's Association would be respon-
sible for their maintenance.
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Chairman Steigerwald inquired why the medians were reject-
ed during the review process? Director Tremere reiterated
the Engineering concerns, especially as the medians/div-
isions would be within streets less than standard size. He
stated that no plans were rejected by staff. The petitioner
in fact submitted two alternatives, stating a preference for
one. Now, apparently, Mr. Jarvis is seeking to promote
another plan which was not formally submitted for detailed
review and analysis.
Mr. Larry Laukka stated this discussion does some injustice
to staff because, during the review process, they were
advised of the policy and the concern about the median/
islands within public streets. The staff report does not
deal with Alternate C as it was discussed in preliminary
meetings and was not submitted as part of the formal appli
cation. Nevertheless, his preference is for the design of
streets shown in Alternate C.
He explained that this housing is different, not as large,
and is aimed at the sophisticated home buyer, not the grow-
ing family. He noted that the "Baby Boomers" are in large
part made up of single people, and single parent families
who benefit from the attached and small lot detached hous-
ing. This architecture cannot separate the landscaping as
the housing goes together. Homeowners Associations are
responsible for maintenance and have proven they do the
work. This proposal reduces the maintenance load for the
home buyer and the Assocation and affords the homeowner
convenience and privacy which, he believes, will make this a
successful development.
Commissioner Plufka reiterated his concern regarding the
amount of open space available to all residents and inquired
about the dry pond area in the southwest corner and whether
a passive use would be appropriate? Mr. Laukka was uncertain
about this possibility. He has grave concern about the loss
of lot area for open space and required right-of-way, which
could calculate to a loss of as much as a third of this site
and could drastically change the design of the development.
Mr. Laukka introduced the architect, Mr. hack Buxell, who
explained the smaller homes and general layout. The
individual back yards for the detached homes will provide
open space and privacy for the individual home owner. Mr.
Buxell explained the "Zee" lots for rambler/splits; and, the
"Zipper" lots for two-story units.
Commissioner Wire inquired about physical separations of the
"back yards". Mr Buxell stated there will be fencing and
landscaping. Commissioner Wire inquired about the perimeter
homes. Mr. Buxell stated the "Zee" homes rear lots are not
fenced; berming will be installed and the Homeowner
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Association will provide maintenance. Mr. Laukka explained
further that the majority of homes will have a south/west
orientation having the back yards on the sunny side.
Commissioner Plufka stated as a resident of a townhouse he
sees no inherent problems with this lifestyle; and, this
project has merit by providing private yard space for
homeowners.
Director Tremere reiterated that "Alternate C" described by
Messrs. Jarvis and Laukka were not part of the staff re-
views, and the staff report is based on Alternates "A and
B". At the staff level discussion, the median/dividers were
of concern to the Engineering staff. Engineer Goldberg
stated the dividers are created for aesthetics and do not
provide the needed area for vehicle turning movements.
Commissioner Wire inquired about standard street width;
Engineer Goldberg stated the standard is 32 ft. wide (face
to face). Mr. Jarvis stated the proposal is for two/20's
with a 10 ft. median. Discussion ensued regarding setbacks
from the street, adequate snow storage, and utilities
location.
Commissioner Wire stated that perhaps a condition could be
added, that the Homeowner's Association would be responsible
for the replacement and overall maintenance of the vegeta-
tion within the islands/medians.
Commissioner Zylla stated that the issue of open space is
reflected in the Council Resolution as a requirement for
"effective open space"; however, a liberal interpretation
could be used. He inquired about the original dedications
and whether this is overreaching by the City Council, or is
this supplemental requirement based on past practice? Plan-
ner Cottingham explained the condition relates to each Resi-
dential Planned Unit Development Homeowner Association,
where the design elements of that PUD require the ownership
and maintenance of its own private, useable open space for
its residents so they are not dependent upon the City's park
system. Commissioner Zylla inquired whether the pond area
could be graded and sodded to comply? Planner Cottingham
stated the Commission could take this under advisement if
they feel it is adequate to the needs of the residents.
Further discussion ensued regarding PUD flexibility. Com-
missioner Zylla inquired about the number of unit models, or
whether every building will look the same? Mr. Jarvis
stated the basic plan is for 3 to 4 unit layouts and a mini-
mum of two architectural treatments for each home.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing.
Rosemary Hoekstra, 1540 Weston Lane North, stated the
development plan "stinks". She has major concerns regarding
the traffic this development will create. Their neighbor-
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hood now consists of "empty nesters" who want to retain the
quiet private nature of the neighborhood. She stated that
one home sold to a family of five, and with the extra
vehicles, she sometimes sits for 3 to 6 minutes before she
can get out of her drive. She stated that County 6 and
Vicksburg Lane is the "worst intersection in the City". She
noted the homeowners have "paid dearly" for culverts for
proper drainage of their property. With this much construc-
tion, they will face the same problems, only worse. Also,
the City improvements needed for the proposed project will
cover up all the work paid for by her neighborhood. She be-
lieves the approved density for the proposed development is
much too high. Ms. Hoekstra does not want to see "chicken
houses" built near her property.
Games Olsen, 1506 Weston Lane, agrees with Ms. Hoekstra. He
inquired about the number of units originally approved for
the City of Minneapolis property? Planner Cottingham stated
112 units were approved originally; an amendment was approv-
ed for 126 to 170 units; and this proposal is for 136
units. The Land Use Guiding for the MPUD was discussed.
Mr. Olsen stated he is also concerned about the quality of
the housing. He sees positive aspects to the plan, but
agrees with Ms. Hoekstra that they have spent considerable
money and time to improve the drainage for their property
and do not want to see this disturbed or changed for the
worse.
Engineer Goldberg explained the situation regarding storm
drainage, noting that the ditch system has been improved
throughout this area during the last two years. He stated
the pipes which are in place are sufficient to handle the
flow for the District; this development proposal will not
affect these property owners.
Chairman Steigerwald advised Mr. Olsen to discuss his speci-
fic problems with the Engineering Department at City Center.
Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Plufka MOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval for the Revised Planned Unit Develop-
ment Preliminary Plan/Plat and Conditional Use Permit for
Parkers Lake Development -Stage B for Laukka Development, Lot
1, Block 5 subject to the conditions as listed in the May 4,
1987 staff report with the following changes and additions:
To amend Condition No. '1 to provide for compliance with
the Engineer's Memorandum with the exception of Item
No. 24-d.
To amend Condition No. 8 to read: No future yard set-
back variances are granted or implied.
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To add Condition No. 13, to provide that the "green
colored area", as shown on Plans A and B be an outlot
to be maintained by the Homeowner's Association; that
an outlot be created in the southwest corner of the
site to include the ponding area. These outlots
including the landscaped berms along both County Road 6
and Vicksburg Lane shall be maintained by the Home-
owner's Association as provided by the approved
covenants and bylaws of that Association.
To add Condition No. 14, to provide for a more detailed
review of the Storm Drainage Plan at the time of Site
Plan review.
To add Condition No. 15, that the approved road system
and plan shall be that shown on Alternate Plan "C",
minus the islands in the cul-de-sac of the east/west
streets.
Add Condition No. 16, That the Homeowner's Association
shall be responsible for the maintenance and restora-
tion as needed, of the landscaping in the median
divider/island, and in the boulevard and/or casement
areas adjacent to the streets. This accounts in part,
for the reduced yard setback dimensions due to the
street width and the desired arrangements.
Extensive discussion ensued regarding the landscaping of the
perimeter areas. Mr. Jarvis stated the east area should not
be an outlot since it abuts a park. He said the Association
could maintain it.
Mr. Laukka stated he would like to explore effective legal
ways that proper maintenance can be assured.
MOTION by Commissioner Plufka to amend Condition No. 15 to
the road design reflecting "Alternate B". The Motion died
for lack of second.
Director Tremere reiterated that the Plan called "Alternate
C", submitted at the meeting had not been analyzed in the
staff report and that if that is the plan, the Commission is
going to recommend, the Commissioners should carefully re-
view the design features such as yard setbacks from the
public street.
Mr. Jarvis reviewed the setback distances and the widths of
the north/south street as shown on plan "Alternate B" and
plan "Alternate C".
Commissioner Plufka objected to acting on "Alternate C"
because it had just been submitted.
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Commissioner Plufka expressed concerns regarding "Alternate
C" which does not have sufficient area for snow storage and
there is insufficient space for vehicles making a left hand
turn from side streets. "Alternate B" has a better design.
MOTION by Chairman Steigerwald, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO AMEND
Stulberg to Amend Condition No. 15 to provide that the
approved road system shall be per the submitted plans with
the exceptions that the north/south street shall have a 60
ft. right-of-way with 15 ft. yard setbacks and a median, and
the islands in the cull -de -sac of the east/west streets
shall be deleted. The median shall be 10 ft. in width; and,
each boulevard area shall be 20 ft. wide which includes the
15 ft. yard setback.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Commissioner Plufka, Nay. MOTION VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
carried.
MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO AMEND
Pauba to Amend the Main Motion to add cul-de-sac islands to
the east/west streets.
Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. Chairman Steigerwald and Commis- VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
sioner Stulberg, Nay. MOTION carried.
Roll Call Vote on Main Motion as twice Amended. 6 Ayes. VOTE - MAIN MOTION
MOTION carried. MOTION CARRIED
Mr. Laukka stated that he would prefer to not have the
emergency access at the south end of the north/south street
if the City Council approves the recommended plan. After a
brief discussion, Chairman Steigerwald stated Mr. Laukka
should discuss that matter with the City Council; the width
of the path that would remain should be the same as that
shown for the emergency access.
A brief discussion ensued regarding the north portion of the
development on Lot 3, Block 4.
MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Chairman MOTION TO APPROVE
Steigerwald to approve the Revised RPUD Preliminary Plan/
Plat and Conditional Use Permit for Laukka Development for
Parkers Lake Development -Stage B, Lot 3, Block 4, subject to
the conditions as listed in the May 4, 1987 staff report
except for the recommendation in Special Condition 24-d. of
the Engineer's Memorandum regarding islands in the
culs-de-sac; and Condition No. 8 shall read No future yard
setback variances are granted or implied.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Steigerwald called a Recess at 10:40 P.M. RECESS
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Chairman Steigerwald introduced the applications by
Independent School District 284 that are to be reviewed
under Items 4-D, E, and F on the agenda. He requested an
overview of the applications by Planner Cottingham.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Stan Tikkanen represent-
ing the School District.
Mr. Tikkanen explained the need for relocatable classrooms
for the Greenwood Elementary, Birchview Elementary, and the
Wayzata Senior High School sites because of the increase in
the number of students emanating from the new housing
developments in Plymouth. The classrooms will be compatible
with the existing building and will have heated walkways
connecting them to the building. This temporary measure
will allow sufficient time to study the future needs of the
District. The portable classrooms meet the Uniform Building
Code and are being leased from Satellite Industries in
Plymouth.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, as no one
was present to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was
closed.
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
DISTRICT 284
REZONING, CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT AND SITE
PLAN AMENDMENT FOR
GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL (87038)
MOTION TO APPROVE
MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Wire MOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval for the Rezoning, Conditional Use
Permit, and Site Plan Amendment for Independent School
District 284 for Greenwood Elementary School, subject to the
conditions listed in the April 28, 1987 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Engineer Goldberg stated that in regard to Page 1, Item No. INDEPENDENT SCHOOL
6., of the Engineer's Memorandum, a lot consolidation is not DISTRICT 284
required. BIRCHVIEW ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL/CONDITIONAL
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, as no one USE PERMIT AND
was present to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was SITE PLAN AMENDMENT
closed. (87039)
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Chairman MOTION TO APPROVE
Steigerwald to recommend approval for the Conditional Use
Permit and Site Plan Amendment for Birchview Elementary
School, subject to the conditions listed in the April 28,
1987 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing. WAYZATA SENIOR HIGH
SCHOOL/CONDITIONAL
A resident of Plymouth inquired about the conditions of USE PERMIT AND
approval for portable classrooms for the high school. SITE PLAN AMENDMENT
Chairman Steigerwald reviewed these for him. The architect (87040)
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for the School District further explained the need for pos-
sible additional classrooms depending upon student enroll-
ments. The Commission confirmed that adding to the number
of relocatable classrooms approved with these applications
would require City approvals.
Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner
Zylla to recommend approval for the Conditional Use Permit
and Site Plan for Wayzata Senior High School, subject to the
conditions listed in the April 28, 1987 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request and an overview
of the May 8, 1987 staff report was provided by Planner
Cottingham.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Joe Spengler and Jo Magney,
14400 North 40th Place. Ms. Magney stated they are request-
ing the Ordinance change to allow them to apply for a
Conditional Use Permit to have three dogs at their home.
She emphasized that she is a responsible dog owner; and,
will abide by a 3 -dog limit imposed by Permit or licensing
procedures.
They live in a twin home, their yard is fenced, but the dogs
are inside the home when they are at work. The dogs are
groomed and clean and are obedience trained. Ms. Magney
stated their application is not to re -define the term "ken-
nel", they seek a "temporary" Conditional Use Permit to
allow them to have 3 dogs at their home.
Ms. Magney and Mr. Spengler explained that the application
originates from their being cited for having more than 2
adult dogs in this Zoning District.
Director Tremere explained the history of the Code provis-
ions wherein the City formulated the limitation on the num-
ber of dogs to be kept per household in the urban area,
restricting kennels (which house 3 dogs or more) to the
rural area.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing; as there was
no one present to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was
closed.
MOTION TO APPROVE
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
JOE SPENGLER AND
JO MAGNEY
ZONING ORDINANCE
TEXTUAL AMENDMENT
(86143)
MOTION by Chairman Steigerwald, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO DENY
Stulberg to recommend denial of the request that the NO BASIS TO AMEND
Plymouth Zoning Ordinance be amended; there is no basis for ZONING ORDINANCE
amending the Ordinance to allow kennel operations in zoning
districts other than FRD (future restricted development)
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District; or, to increase the number of dogs allowed before
it is defined as a kennel operation. The Commission also
bases their recommendation on findings that to amend the
Ordinance may be detrimental to the health, safety, and
welfare of the residents and place an unwarranted burden on
City resources and personnel.
Mr. Spengler stated they have had the dogs for four years
and there have been no complaints. They want to try to work
out something to keep their dogs. He asked what they could
do to solve the problem.
Chairman Steigerwald explained that Ordinance amendments
affect the entire City and specifically the zoning districts
where any amendments would allow kennels; and, without the
Zoning Ordinance amendment, a Conditional Use Permit is not
allowed. He stated that this application will go forward to
City Council for their review and final action.
Director Tremere explained that, if the City Council does
not amend the Zoning Ordinance, the petitioners must bring
the number of dogs at their present residence into compli-
ance with the codes.
Chairman Steigerwald stated he is sympathetic to the reason
for the application by these serious dog owners, but the
Commission must make their recommendations based on the
impact to the entire City.
Ms. Magney and Mr. Spengler inquired how long they would
have before they would need to find other quarters for one
of the dogs? Planner Cottingham stated that if the City
Council agrees with the Commission's recommendation there
would be a reasonable time period established for them to
comply with the Ordinance requirements. He reminded the
applicants they were cited for this violation in October,
1986 and no further action was taken pending the review of
this application.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
NEN BUSIIESS
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the application and con- OPUS CORPORATION
firmed no one was present to represent the petition. SIGN VARIANCE
AMENDMENT TO APPROVED
MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Wire SIGN (86128)
to recommend deferral of this item until the next regularly NOTION TO DEFER
scheduled Planning Commission meeting.
Vote. 5 Ayes. Chairman Steigerwald, Nay. MOTION carried. VOTE - NOTION CARRIED
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Chairman Steigerwald noted that this application was removed
from the consent agenda by Commissioner Zylla.
Commissioner Wire inquired about the color of the anodyzed
aluminum on the building? Tom Lundell, President of P.S.M.
Products, stated the color had not yet been selected, but
would be earth tone.
Commissioner Zylla stated he is concerned about the rela-
tionship of this building to the residential areas and
recommending approval without discussing the plans. He
asked for confirmation that there has been a conscious
effort to minimize the impact on the residential
neighborhood.
Chairman Steigerwald inquired if this application meets the
criteria for transition? Planner Cottingham answered
affirmatively, noting that trees are to be retained for
better screening; and, the building was shifted to the east
to save these trees.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissiwmr
Stulberg to recommend approval for the Site Plan for P.S.M.
Products, Inc., subject to the conditions listed in the
April 29, 1987 staff report.
Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner
Stulberg to recommend approval for the Site Plan for the
City of Plymouth MetroLink "Park & Ride" lot, subject to the
conditions listed in the April 29, 1987 staff report.
Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Robert
Gersbach and an overview of the April 29, 1987 staff report
was provided by Planner Cottingham.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced correspondence from Mr. and
Mrs. dames Krueger and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Knuesel and asked
the Planner to explain these concerns. Planner Cottingham
stated the correspondence relates to a private easement
between the homeowners which has been recorded at Hennepin
County. The City Attorney has reviewed the matter and con-
firmed the City is not involved with the easement, it is a
private matter between the parties.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Robert Gersbach, who
stated he is somewhat confused about the lot width variance
discussed in the staff report, as he does not believe a
variance is required. He discussed the history of the
P.S.M. PRODUCTS, INC.
SITE PLAN
(87011)
MOTION TO APPROVE
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
*CITY OF PLYMOUTH
METROLINK "PARK &
RIDE" LOT SITE PLA11
(87046)
MOTION TO APPROVE
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
ROBERT GERSBACH
LOT DIVISION AND
VARIANCE (87035)
7= s
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and his platting application in 1985. He explained that the
lot sizes proposed are comparable to surrounding properties.
Commissioner Plufka noted that the smaller lots in the area
are those which predate current Ordinance standards, whereas
Mr. Gersbach's application is for land which was platted
under the current Zoning standards and regulations. This
subsequent Lot Division must also meet those standards.
Director Tremere explained the Variance relating to lot
width requirements. In response to Mr. Gersbach's state-
ments regarding the original plan submitted as the "Lynette
Marie Addition", he confirmed there was more land involved
with this application, and the plat as submitted was never
filed with Hennepin County. A portion of this property was
then replatted by this petitioner. No precedent was set by
City approval of the unfiled "Lynette Marie Addition". (Mr.
Gersbach believes the 10 ft. variance was approved as part
of the original plat and should continue to have a bearing
on his present application.)
Mr. dames Krueger, 11805 26th Avenue North, stated he lives
in "Chippewa Trails", north of Mr. Gersbach's property. He
does not approve of this plan and agrees with the staff
recommendation. He stated that Mr. Gersbach discussed his
plat application with them in 1985; however, he has told
them nothing about this request. He stated the neighborhood
has spacious lots and large homes and he does not believe
this division should be allowed. He noted that Mr. Gersbach
had added a deck to his home which appears to encroach into
the setback required for this property. He explained that
he and Mr. Knuesel "paid dearly" for exclusive rights to the
easement; another residence would decrease the value of the
easement.
Mr. Thomas Knuesel, 11825 26th Avenue North, stated he is
the co -signator on the correspondence sent to the Commission
and concurs with Mr. Krueger's comments. They have paid a
large price for the exclusivity of the easement.
Mr. Gersbach stated the intent of the easement was for the
front lot only, the back lot would not use it and the agree-
ment is very specific on its use.
Chairman Steigerwald reminded the residents and Mr. Gersbach
that this is a private easement and the City has no
involvement.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Chairman NOTION TO DENY
Steigerwald to recommend denial of the Lot Division and
Variance for the reasons cited, deleting No. 3.
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MOTION by Commissioner Plufka to amend the Main Motion by
retaining No. 3 as a cited reason for denial. The Motion
failed for lack of second.
Mr. Gersbach questioned the denial of the Lot Division. He
reiterated that a similar variance was approved previously
by the City. He noted the option of installing a street
into the site. Chairman Steigerwald stated that the City
provided substantial assistance and guidance to Mr. Gersbach
during the approval of "Medicine Lakeshore Addition". He
platted the land as he wanted then and now should live with
his decisions.
Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner
Stulberg to recommend approval for the Lot Division and Site
Plans for G.A.S. VI, Inc., subject to the conditions listed
in the April 29, 1987 staff report.
Vote 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Trammell Crow
Company. Reading of the May 4, 1987 staff report was
waived.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Sohn Griffith, repre-
senting the petitioner. Mr. Griffith explained the request
is made to enhance traffic circulation by channeling the
traffic flow. He emphasized that the issue is not market-
ing, but signage which will improve the traffic flow neces-
sary for a quality development. Mr. Griffth stated the
example sign would read: "Plymouth Business Center", under
that would be the numbering, 3905 - 3955, followed by "And
All Other Traffic". They have downsized the request to a 37
ft. by 48 ft. sign. The three additional signs constitute a
variance request for the additional 15 square feet.
Commissioner Plufka inquired about the letter size? Mr.
Griffith stated they would be 3 -inch letters. Commissioner
Plufka inquired if the name, "Plymouth Business Center"
could be deleted and, would this be absolutely necessary to
locating a specific business address? Mr. Griffth stated it
is their opinion "Plymouth Business Center" should appear on
the signs for optimum identification; and that deleting
these words would afford them little savings on space.
Planner Cottingham stated that the plan given to the Commis-
sion this evening constitutes a reduction to the variance
request reviewed by staff which was the basis for the staff
report.
VOTE - NOTION CARRIED
*G.A.S. VI, INC.
LOT DIVISION AND
SITE PLAN (87025!
87026)
NOTION TO APPROVE
VOTE - NOTION CARRIED
TRAMMELL CROW CO.
PUD PLAN SIGN
VARIANCE (87034)
Page 105
Planning Commission Minutes
May 13, 1987
Commissioner Wire stated he believes the greatest problem
for traffic is turning off County Road 9, but once a vehicle
is inside the center, is the problem acute? Commissioner
Plufka stated he has visited a business at the center and
agrees that directional signs can be very helpful.
Director Tremere stated that too much weight is placed on
the applicant's definition of "Directional sign". These
signs seem to advertise the project rather than to give
direction to visitors, customers, and delivery vehicles.
Name Plate signs could be used; and, perhaps the applicant
should be re-examining the total sign program. Mr.
Griffith stated he appreciates the suggestion, but the sign-
age has been reviewed by their sign designer, and the empha-
sis was placed on signage to assist traffic circulation
throughout the site.
Mr. Griffith stated that Trammell Crow has been an outstand-
ing corporate neighbor who has tried to work out all situa-
tions with the City; they are asking for a variance of 15
sq. ft., and this square footage spread out over 44 acres is
a minute request.
Chairman Steigerwald stated the City's Sign Ordinance
addresses total sign programs which work with an overall
development plan. He inquired if wall signage had been
considered? Mr. Griffith stated they don't like wall sign-
age as it destroys the appearance of the building.
MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Pauba to recommend approval for the Planned Unit Development
Sign Plan Amendment and Variance as submitted subsequent to
that request reviewed in the Planning Staff Report dated May
4, 1987, subject to the conditions listed in that report.
Vote. 5 Ayes. Commissioner Stulberg, Nay. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
OTHER BUSIMESS
Commissioner Zylla stated that in his judgement, G.A.S. VI
is an example of buildings not compatible with the area.
The building adjacent and those on the other corners are
better quality construction. The proposed buildings could
compromise other buildings in the area and are examples of a
good reason for architectural review.
Chairman Steigerwald explained that the City Council has
directed that a task force be established which will include
a pro Planning Commissioner and a con Planning Commissioner.
Commissioner Stulberg stated he is not in favor of a task
force, nor in favor of architectural controls, but it is a
subject which should be discussed by both the Planning Com-
mission and City Council.
Page 106
Planning Commission Minutes
May 13, 1987
Commissioner Zylla stated that Commissioners should be able
to discuss these matters and this doesn't seem to be
approaching it in a proper way.
Commissioner Plufka stated if the task force is the only
avenue open, he would offer to serve and take part in those
discussions.
Chairman Steigerwald stated that a session he attended
during the American Planning Association concerned Planning
Commissions who are guilty of being more than a review and
advisory committee for the City Council; and, this
discussion emphasized the importance of dealing with only
those Ordinances on the books when reviewing development
proposals.
The consensus was to defer further discussion regarding the
task force and architectural controls until the next
meeting.
AD30URNPENT
The meeting adjourned at 12:37 A.M.
A G E N D A<``
PLYMOUTH TOWN MEETING ,,'; r;I T 1:1 r,-7
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May 11, 1987
I. INTRODUCTIONS - Mayor Virgil Schneider
II. STATUS REPORTS ON ISSUES OF INTEREST - City Department Heads
III. QUESTIONS FROM RESIDENTS IN ATTENDANCE
IV. CLOSING COMMENTS - Mayor Virgil Schneider
V. ADJOURN
RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORM
Please use this form if you have a question or concern which you would like
the City to investigate. If you provide your name, address and phone
number, we will advise you of our actions and findings with respect to your
concern.
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May 29, 1987 PLYMOUTR
Bryan Virgin
5560 Ximines Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
Dear Mr. Virgin:
Mayor Schneider has forwarded your Town Meeting feedback form to me for review
and comment. You have suggested two courses of action with regard to Timber
Shores Park. I have discussed the first item regarding parking with the City's
Public Works Director, Fred Moore. We have initiated a study to look at the
possibility of building a small parking lot in this area and/or zoning the
street "no parking" and/or zoning one side. of the street "no parking." once
we have reached a recommendation on the best course of action on this matter,
we will forward that recommendation to the City Council for their considera-
tion.
Your second matter dealt with noise coming from the park im the evening.
Currently, the City has ordinances ire place which deal with noise after
10 p.m. If you hear of noise or other problems in the park after that
hour, please dial 911 and ask a police officer to respond. This is the
best and quickest way, we have found, to alleviate such problems. If
you would like to discuss either of these matters with me, please feel
free to call me at 559-2800 x 265.
Thank you for your time and interest in this matter.
Sincerely,
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Parks and Recreation
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A G E N D A
PLYMOUTH TOWN MEETING
AREA 6
May 11, 1987
I. INTRODUCTIONS - Mayor Virgil Schneider
II. STATUS REPORTS ON ISSUES OF INTEREST - City Department Heads
III. QUESTIONS FROM RESIDENTS IN ATTENDANCE
IV. CLOSING COMMENTS - Mayor Virgil Schneider
V. ADJOURN
RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORM
Please use this form if you have a question or concern which you would like
the City to investigate. If you provide your name, address and phone
n,;,,ber, we aill advise you of our actions and findings with respect to your
concern.
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May 29, 1987 PLYMOUTR
Dianne Farrell
5530 Yorktown Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
Dear Ms. Farrell:
Mayor Schneider has forwarded your Town Meeting resident feedback form to me
for review and comment. The trail that you refer to in your correspondence
is a private trail which will be owned by the homeowners' association in your
neighborhood. Any concerns you have with regard to the trail should be directed
to the developer of your residential area. It's extremely disappointing to
hear that you bought your home and were not made aware by the builder that
a trail was going to be constructed behind your property. I am sorry that I
cannot be of more help in this matter, but my department has no jurisdiction
or authorization to intervene on a development taking place on private property.
If this was a public trail, owned and operated by the City of Plymouth,
we would certainly make very effort to resolve as many conflicting issues on
this matter as possible. If you would like further material with regard to the
overall subdivision and platting of your development, I would suggest you
contact the City's Planning Department at 559-2800 x 255.
Sincerely,
Eric J. Blank, Director
Parks and Recreation
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A G E N D A
PLYMOUTH TOWN MEETING
AREA 6
May 11, 1987
I. INTRODUCTIONS - Mayor Virgil Schneider
II. STATUS REPORTS ON ISSUES OF INTEREST - City Department Heads
III. QUESTIONS FROM RESIDENTS IN ATTENDANCE
IV. CLOSING COMMENTS - Mayor Virgil Schneider
V. ADJOURN
RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORM
Please use this form if you have a question or concern which you would like
the City to investigate. If you provide your name, address and phone
number, we will advise you of our actions and findings with respect to your
concern.
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May 29, 1987
Paul Franke
5525 Yorktown Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
Dear Mr. Franke:
Mayor Schneider has forwarded your resident feedback form to me for review and
comment. The north/south trail planned for the west side of Zachary Lane is an
metrical part of th(. City's overall comprehensive trail system program. This
particular trail will connect our residential areas with the Pike Lake Regional
Park, Timber Shores City Park, Schmidt Lake Neighborhood Park, the Zachary
Playfield, Zachary Elementary School, Mission Neighborhood Park, and eventually
Armstrong High School, French Regional Park, and Medicine Lake.
When Zachary Lane is upgraded to carry a larger amount of traffic with a rela-
tively high speed, it will be totally inappropriate to ask people to walk or bike
on the roadway surface. Therefore, in order to safely handle the walkers and
bikers, it is necessary that we proceed with our plans for the trail on the
west side of Zachary Lane.
The second issue you raised in your feedback form was that of the private
trail being developed in the Harrison Hills area. This trail is not part of the
City's public trail system. Therefore, the rules and regulations for this trail
will be under the jurisdiction of a homeowners association made up of you and
the rest of your neighbors in the Harrison Hills Addition. I believe your best
course of action with regard to this trail is to meet with your developer and
the other members of your homeowners association to determine appropriate rules
for the section of trail that is running through the Harrison Hills development.
You may wish to consider taking actions such as barricading portions of the
trail to prohibit motorized vehicles such as automobiles, snowmobiles, etc.,
from entering onto the trail's surface. You also may wish to consider signing
the trail for the hours of use on the pathway system itself. Before you take
any such action, I would advise you to have appropriate legal opinion with
regard to the legality and liability of such actions.
I'm sorry that the responses I have given you are not more in agreement with
the suggestions you have made. I do believe it is best you understand the
City's position with regard to our trail system now, rather than being surprised
by its development in three or four years. If you would like to discuss any
of these matters with me further, please feel free to contact me at 559-2800
ext. 265.
Sincerely,
Eric J. Blank, Director
Parks and Recreation
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447,. TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
Dave Crain
President
559-1642
Jim Sentman
Vice -President
544-0426
Jim Dunbar
Treasurer
559-0437
Bruce Banister
553-1457
Ben G. Broman
559-5721
Carol Brownell
559-4479
At Clausnitzer
545-0320
Karen Fox
475-1360
Peter Hill
553-1589
Nadine Hondl
559-3138
Ed Kerschke
559-4272
Donna Maus
559-9639
John E. Meegan
559-1119
Mike Paxton
559-0266
Walter Peterson
545-3483
Spencer Sanken
559-0075
Wendy Schugt
475-2799
Gay Varecka
559-2492
Community League for Environmentally
Acceptable Neighborhoods, Inc.
May 20, 1�
Mayor Virgil Schneider
Plymouth City Hall
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN. 55447
Dear Virgil:
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I intended to write to you sooner, but I just recently unpacked my typewriter
and paper supplies. Moving five children at the end of the school year has been
rather difficult and there is still a lot of chaos around here. However, I wanted
to officially thank you and the Plymouth Awards Committee for selecting me as
the "Outstanding Citizen of the Year". It was such an honor even to be nominated!
Thank you also for the congratulatory letter. This Award was a surprise --
but it is very special to me. The Plymouth Community has meant a lot to me in
the 52 years that I lived here. I am grateful that I could help to keep the inappro-
priate things out of Plymouth, but I did not expect any reward other than knowing
those things will not cause problems for the Plymouth citizens.
It has been a privilege for me to work with such fine, dedicated people --on
the Plymouth City Council, the Plymouth Planning Commission and the City staff;
the teachers and staff of the Wayzata School District; the area legislators; and
all the many volunteers who have spent numerous hours working on all these projects
with me. The City is fortunate to have such caring, helpful people. Our whole fam-
ily will miss the high quality of life we experienced in Plymouth. Keep up the good
work!
With all the chaos and stress I've experienced lately, this special Award and
the concerns and wishes of so many have helped make my leaving just a bit easier.
We will miss Plymouth and its wonderful people, parks, schools and neighborhoods --
but we will never forget them. Thanks again.
Sincerely yours,
Carol Brownell
2353 Hudson Drive
Lilburn, GA. 30247
404/972-3629
5020 Forestview Lane • Plymouth, MN 55442 • Phone 559-1642
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May 19, 1987 �..:�;;='
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Frank Boyles
,Assistant City Manager
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Frank:
Thank you for writing to me about high risk occupational
disease legislation. I appreciate the time you have taken to
share with me your thoughts about this important issue.
As you know, Senator Howard Metzenbaum (D -Ohio) has
introduced the "High Risk Occupational Disease Notification and
Prevention Act of 1987" (S. 79), which proposes to require
notification of workers who are at risk of occupational disease
in order to establish a system for identifying and preventing
those illnesses.
This measure has been referred to the Senate Labor and Human
Resources Committee. In the House of Representatives a similar
version of S. 79 was introduced by Representative Joseph Gaydos
(D -Pennsylvania) and has been referred to the House Education and
Labor Committee.
Proponents of S. 79 hope that passage of the bill will not
only alleviate anxiety among workers who handle toxic substances,
but also encourage them to protect themselves against unnecessary
toxic exposures. By making this information and testing
available, supporters believe that the probability of early
detection would increase and, consequently, the number of deaths
would decrease.
On the other side of the ledger are the opponents of this
bill who feel that testing and monitoring requirements to be
enforced by a new Board and employees of the Department of Health
and Human Services duplicate already existing Occupational Safety
and Health Agency (OSHA) standards. They also contend that
instead of relieving worker anxiety, informing workers that they
may incur disease through exposure will heighten anxiety
unnecessarily and could lead to class action law suits.
Furthermore, opponents claim the bills would worsen the liability
insurance crisis by inflating workers' compensation, health
insurance and legal costs for employers.
May 19, 1987
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I understand the specific ccerns you expre sed and will be
watching the movement of these bis with great terest. If and
when this legislation comes befothe full se�ee for a vote, IIwill keep your concerns in mind.
Again, thanks of contacting me to shard{ your thoughts.
SihcereLy',
R dy Boschwit
U ited States Senator
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April 24, 1987
CITY OF
The Honorable Rudy Boschwitz PLYMOUTH -
United States Senator
SH -506 Hart Senate Office Bldg.
Washington, D.C. 20515
SUBJECT: H.R. 162/S. 79
Dear Senator Boschwitz:
H.R. 162, the High. Risk Occupational Disease Notification and Prevention Act
of 1987, represents needless duplication and unlimited financial exposure to
state and local governments as employers. Under H.R. 162, and on a more
limited basis, under S. 79., the bills would:
1. Apply both to current city employees as well as former city
personnel. The city would be responsible for both.
2. Would deal with current hazardous exposures and previous hazardous
exposures. The city would be responsible for both.
3. Under the legislation, at the employee's request, the city must
provide any testing evaluation and medical monitoring related to the
employee's "hazardous occu ational exposure" including exposure
which -occurred during prey ous employment or pr vate as well as
public employers).
4. If any part of the exposure occurred during the employee's current
job tenure with the city, the city would be required to provide all
medical attention at no cost to the employee.
5. If the exposure occurred prior to the city hiring the employee, the
city would still have to pay for medical services.
6. If the employee's physician determines that the individual must
temporarily or permanently move to a less hazardous job, the cit
must provide for a change in employee status without re uc nq
salary, benefits, or seniority.
Minnesota is a leader with respect to occupational safety and health. But
even Minnesota uses the Federal Occupational Safety and Health
Administrative guidelines for its program. Under those guidelines, each
employer is required to establish an employee right -to -know program to
identify and reduce hazards to employees as a result of hazardous
substances. The law requires that the employer provide and require the
employee use the necessary personal protective equipment to reduce such
exposure. Moreover, the federal law requires that employers initiate
respirator training programs to teach employees when respirators must be
used, which respirators to use and how to use and maintain them. Other
portions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act define the type of
personnel protection equipment, including gloves, aprons, boots, etc. for
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employees to minimize exposure to hazardous substances. The employer is
required to pay all costs associated with supplying, maintaining, and
training employees on respirator and personnel protective equipment usage.
Employers are required to enforce these provisions.
Under current state statute, Minnesota Worker's Compensation law would
provide wage continuation benefits to an employee if a disability resulted
from exposure to hazardous materials on the job.
In short, while H.R. 162 and S. 79 are laudable in their objectives, they
are unnecessary because the objectives are met through present law.
Finally, both laws create new exposure to local governments by making them
responsible for any current or previous diseases contracted by current or
former employees, and any medical treatment associated therewith. We urge
you to oppose both pieces of legislation in their current form. If it is
not broken, please do not fix it.
Yours very truly,
Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager
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Mayor & City Council
League of Minnesota Cities
WCCO TELEVISION
11th on the Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 339-4444
May 21, 1987
Mr. Richard Carlquist
Chief of Police
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Chief Carlquist,
Our special thanks to you for counting seat belt usage at the
high schools last week. You went beyond the call of duty to do
this, and we want you to know that many of the schools called
in saying the officers counting gave a lot of hype to the
tournament.
As you no doubt know, we had eight winners last week in the
first round. They were: Borup, Raymond,Moorhead, Wykhoff,
Mound's Park Academy, So. St. Paul, Kimball & North High, Mpls.
In today's final round So. St. Paul tied with Mound's Park
Academy ( both had 100% belted drivers and passengers). A flip
of the coin made Mound's Park Academy the winner.
Judging from the high percentage of seat belts fastened, we feel
the tournament was very successful.
Once again thank you for all your help. We enjoyed working
with you on this project.
Cordially,
M ryJohnston
Project Lifesaver
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Mr. Blair Tremere
Director
Planning and Future Development
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Blair:
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5301 Yorktown Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
May 25, 1987
I want to thank you for your great presentation to the Harrison Hills Home-
owners Association on the 19th. I personally was very pleased with the
turnout and have had nothing but positive comments on the entire evening.
All of us in attendance, and the word has spread to other residents, feel
much better about our development, our own future and about city government
in general. Your clear, concise explanation of future plans, development
in the adjacent areas and your response to questions was outstanding. As
we discussed earlier, some of the questions could have been fairly sticky.
Both you and Bob handled them well and certainly pointed out that local go-
vernment can be responsive and does proceed in an orderly fashion.
Again, I want to thank you personally and for the Harrison Hills Homeowners
Board for an enjoyable and productive evening. You taking your free time
to come and talk to us was greatly appreciated. Thank You.
Sin rely,
Thomas C. Hayter
cc: Virgil Schneider, Mayor
Bob Zitur, Councilmember
James Willis, City Manager
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2290 ABINGDON WAY LONG LAKE, MINNESOTA 55356
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May 28, 1987
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55441
To: City Council and City Manager:
I understand that your schedule is very busy this year with all
the new growth Plymouth is experiencing.
This letter is to bring to your attention my concerns as a builder
in regards to getting my homes inspected, without undue delay in
the construction process. At the present time, it is taking
between 4-5 days for an inspection. In instances of re -inspection,
we can lose 2 weeks time.
A primary concern of mine is to continue our excellent relationship
with the City of Plymouth. Therefore, if there is something the
City of Plymouth or Eiden Construction, Inc. can do to reduce the
time span for inspections, please contact me.
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Anthony Eidg f,
Eiden Co-gJ1ft-auction, Inc.
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3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
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DATE: May 29, 1987
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager ��\
FROM: Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manages'`
SUBJECT PARK AND RIDE LOT EXPANSION
I received a telephone call this morning from Mr. John Duffy who has
interest in the new office building lying just adjacent to the
Plymouth Park and Ride Lot. You recall that some months back, Mr.
Duffy expressed a concern about expansion of the lot. At his request,
you, I, and Fred Moore met with Mr. Duffy at the site to respond to
his concerns of drainage, tree loss, and general layout of the site.
As a result of our meeting, I forwarded a letter to Mr. Duffy confirm-
ing his suggestion that the Park and Ride Lot will be considered and
likely implemented once the parking lot expansion takes place. The
tree loss and drainage questions will be dealt with as part of the
approval process.
On the basis of my letter, I thought that Mr. Duffy had been satis-
fied. Mr. Duffy called this morning expressing concern about expan-
sion of the Park and Ride Lot. He was chagrined that the Planning
Commission and City Council had already approved the project, although
I assured him that Engineering and Planning had reviewed the plans
for, among other things, his concerns. I supplied him with a copy
of the Minnesota Department of Transportation Project Narative Includ-
ing a sketch of the proposed expansion and the name and telephone
number for Carl Hoffstead, District 5, Minnesota Department of Trans-
portaton. I spoke with Carl this afternoon. He advises me that a
project manager will be selected on June 26, 1987, which is the date
for letting the project. I have forwarded a letter to Mr. Duffy
(attached), advising him of this fact and stating that I will try to
arrange a meeting with Mr. Duffy, the project manager, and myself to
assure that actual construction is as responsive to Mr. Duffy's
concerns about drainage and tree loss as possible. My letter
(attached) indicates that to respond to the drainage issue requires
filling adjacent to the Park and Ride lot expansion and consequently,
removal of the trees located between Duffy's parking lot and the Park
and Ride lot expansion.
May 28, 1987
Mr. John Duffy
Duffy Development Company
10850 County Road 15
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Mr. Duffy:
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Following your telephone call, I spoke with Carl Haffstead, District 5,
Minnesota Department of Transportation. Carl advised me that the Park and
Ride lot expansion is scheduled for bid letting on June 26, 1987. He stated
that at that time, a project manager would be named. I, asked Carl to give
me a call once this has taken place.
You have expressed concern both about the drainage measures to be taken and
the trees lying between the proposed expansion and your lot. To properly
direct drainage on the MnDOT parcel to the east, filling will take place
between the proposed expansion area and your lot. While this filling will
resolve the drainage issue, it will result in the removal of the trees
currently lying in this area. My intent is to arrange a meeting between the
project manager, you and me at the site in late June to further discuss your
concerns with MnDOT representatives.
Your very truly
Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager
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Following your telephone call, I spoke with Carl Haffstead, District 5,
Minnesota Department of Transportation. Carl advised me that the Park and
Ride lot expansion is scheduled for bid letting on June 26, 1987. He stated
that at that time, a project manager would be named. I, asked Carl to give
me a call once this has taken place.
You have expressed concern both about the drainage measures to be taken and
the trees lying between the proposed expansion and your lot. To properly
direct drainage on the MnDOT parcel to the east, filling will take place
between the proposed expansion area and your lot. While this filling will
resolve the drainage issue, it will result in the removal of the trees
currently lying in this area. My intent is to arrange a meeting between the
project manager, you and me at the site in late June to further discuss your
concerns with MnDOT representatives.
Your very truly
Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager
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S/F 6/26
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800