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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
April 16, 1987
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.....
1. PLYMOUTH FORUM -- Monday, April 20, 7:00 p.m. Plymouth Forum in
City Council conference room.
2. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, April 20, 7:30 p.m. Regular
City Council meeting in ity Council Chambers.
3. PLANNING COMMISSION -- Wednesday, April 22, 7:30 p.m. The Planninq
ommission will meet in the City Council Chambers. Agenda
attached. (M-3)
4. N.W. SUBURBS LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST MEETING -- Friday, April 24, 7:00
a.m., Brooklyn Center Civic Center. Local officials from Brooklyn
Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, New Hope,
Robbinsdale and Plymouth will meet with their state legislators. A
copy of the meeting notice and agenda is attached. (M-4)
5. FIRE STATION III REFERENDUM -- Tuesday, April 28.
6. RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES TASK FORCE -- Thursday, April 23, 5:00 p.m.
The Residential Facilities Task Force will hold a dinner/study
meeting in the City Council conference room.
7. PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY AWARDS -- The 14th annual Plymouth Community
Awards will be held at the Radisson Inn Plymouth on Tuesday, April
21 beginning at 7:00 p.m. Tickets for the event are available at
the City Center information counter for $5.00.
8. POLICE AUCTION -- The Police Department auction will be held on
Saturday, April 25 at the City Center. Items will be on display at
9:00 a.m., with the auction beginning at 10:00 a.m. In case of
rain, the auction will be held at the Public Works garage.
9. APRIL & MAY CALENDARS -- April and May meeting calendars are
attached. M-9
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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
April 16, 1987
Page Two
FOR YOUR INFORMATION....
1. ADVERTISEMENT DISTRIBUTION SERVICE (ADS) -- This firm is in the
business of advertising materials throughout residential areas in
Plymouth. The company relies heavily upon the use of black plastic
"tubes" which are affixed to mailbox posts. When the company
initiated doing business in the community, they informed us that it
was their practice to contact property owners prior to the
installation of such tubes. Last week Councilmember Crain passed on
to me a complaint he had received from a resident who had one of
these tubes attached to their mailbox without permission. The
company took the tube down following the resident's complaint. I've
contacted the representative of ADS, Mr. Peter Gromli, (477-3431),
who confirmed that the present practice of the company is to affix
the tube to mailboxes without gaining the prior permission or
approval from the resident. They do include within the tube a note
that the tube will be removed if the resident desires. I indicated
to him that I thought this was a little aggressive and that the
former practice was preferable. He indicated to me they would
reexamine their practice and would be back in touch with me.
2. MINUTES:
a. Park and Recreation Advisory Commission, April 9, 1987 (I -2a)
3. TOWN MEETING -- The tentative agenda for the May 11, 1987 Town
Meeting or Area 6 is attached for City Council review. If the
Council has recommendations for the agenda, please let Laurie know
by April 21 in order that we can complete the invitations for the
meeting. (I-3)
4. AREA 5 TOWN MEETING - RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORMS -- Attached are copies
of the resident feedback forms received at the April 13 Town Meeting
for Area 5 residents. The Council will be provided with copies of
staff responses as they are completed. (I-4)
5. HENNEPIN COUNTY WOMEN'S FACILITY -- As reported in the Wednesday,
April 15, Minneapolils Star and ribune, the County Board on Tuesday
approved funding for a 48 -bed women's section project at the
workhouse. The new section is proposed to be attached to the work
release building. Attached for Council information, is the section
from the County's Conceptual Long Range Master Plan and a graphic
layout on the women's facility. The Conceptual Plan calls for an
expansion and remodeling of the existing women's residence. (I-5)
6. MIS CONVERSION -- A status report from Dale Hahn on the MIS
Conversion ss attached for the Council's information. (I-6)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
April 16, 1987
Page Three
7. COUNCIL FOLLOW UPS:
a. Traffic Enforcement Assignment -- In response to concerns raised
by Mr. William Morkrid, President, Ferndale North Homeowner's
Association, with regard to the speed of traffic on North
Ferndale Road, the Police Department conducted three radar
patrols in this area from April 6 - 8. A total of 1,458
vehicles were clocked, resulting in 7 tags and 5 warning tickets
being issued. Approximately 71% or 1,030 vehicles were
travelling within the posted speed limit of 40 mph, with 384
vehicles travelling between 41-45 mph. Attached is a summary
report from Sgt. Dennis Paulson. (I -7a)
b. Trya's Country Store -- On April 9, Councilmember Sisk called to
express concern about an 18 -wheel tractor -trailer being used at
Trya's Country Store as a sign to advertise a special produce
sale. On Friday, April 10, Al Cottingham visited the Trya's
Country Store and also the Newmarket Store and advised both
managements of ordinance requirements. Vehicles on both sites
were removed during the weekend.
8. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter responding to Ms. Sandy Lester, 10805 - 49th Avenue No.,
from Councilmember Crain, with regard to her concerns regard-
ing her private driveway easement and City maintenance of access
to her property. (I -8a)
b. Letter from Marcy Shapiro, Executive Director, West Hennepin
Human Services Planning Board, to Mayor Schneider, recommending
the City Council consider the appointment of Gary Swedberg, 1850
Comstock Lane, as Plymouth's representative to the WHHSP Board
of Directors. (I -8b)
c. Letter from Mickey Wilson, Vice President, Shenandoah Homeowners
Association, to City Manager, advising of the Association's
decision to decline the offer of Timberton developers for ,joint
usage/maintenance of Timberton recreational facilities. (I -8c)
d. Letter sent to County Road 61 area residents regarding the
selection of play equipment for the County Road 61 neighborhood
park. (I -8d)
e. Letter to Plymouth Lions Club from Eric Blank, advising of the
City's project to install additional equipment at Lions Park and
soliciting interest from the Lions Club for a contribution to
the project. (I -8e)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
April 16, 1987
Page four
f. Correspondence from Jim Brandl, Director, Community Education
Services, Wayzata Schools, regarding the appointment of a City
representative to the Community Education Advisory Council.
Because Eric Blank has served as the City's representative to
the Advisory Council for two consecutive terms, he is ineligible
for reappointment. The Advisory Council's bylaws set the length
of service as no more than two consecutive terms. Eric has
recommended the appointment of Mary Patterson as the city
representative. (I -8f)
g. Letter of recognition to Officer Bob Nesbitt from Public Safety
Director for outstanding police work performed in connection
with thefts from vehicles. (I -8g)
h. Letter to Elliott Perovich, Chair, Regional Transit Board, from
Stephen King, City of Burnsville, urging the RTB to withdraw
it's proposed legislation that would sunset the opt out statute
provisions. (I -8h)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 1987
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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, April 8, 1987
A. Superior Ford Inc. Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, Variance and General Develop-
ment Plan Amendment to divide approximately 24 acres into four commercial lots
for property southwest of County Road 18 and County Road 10. (87015)
B. Mary Anderson Construction Company, "Fernbrook Woods". Rezoning, Preliminary
Plat and Variances to rezone and divide 68.8 acres northwest of 47th Avenue
and Fernbrook Lane for 106 single family residential lots. (87018,)
C. Edina Realty Inc. Lot Consolidation, Lot Division, Site Plan and Conditional
Use Permit to construct a 23,380 sq. ft. office building on property northwest
of County Road 9 and County Road 18. (87023)
5. NEW BUSINESS
* A. Erin Properties. Site Plan for the construction of an approximate 24,130 sq.
ft. office/warehouse west of Highway 55, south of 16th Avenue. (87024).
6. OTHER BUSINESS
None
7. ADJOURNMENT 9:30 P.M.
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City of Golden Valley
April 15, 1987
Mr. Jim Willis, City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Jim:
A second city official/legislator breakfast meeting has been scheduled for
Friday, April 24th at 7:00 AM in the Brooklyn Center Civic Center. I am sending
notification to the Mayors and Managers of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park,
Crystal, Maple Grove, Minnetonka, New Nope, Plymouth and Robbinsdale as well as
to all the legislators representing that area. We realize it is a busy time at
the legislature and appreciate the legislators taking time to meet with us.
I am suggesting two main issues on the agenda, with others to be brought up at
the meeting.
1. Property tax, homestead credit, LGA -- Representative Schreiber
2. Fiscal Disparities -- Representative Rest
3. Other
Brooklyn Park will bring the rolls, Maple Grove the orange juice and Brooklyn
Center will provide the coffee. I hope you can all attend. I look forward to
seeing you at 7:00 AM, Friday, April 24th at the Brooklyn Center Civic Center,
6301 Shingle Creek Parkway.
Sizerely,
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Mary E. �derson
Mayor
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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation
Advisory Commission
April 9, 1 98 7
Page 11
Present: Chair Edwards, Commissioners LaTour, Reed, Rosen,
Bauman (Anderson and Beach arrived late); staff
Blank, Brown, Patterson and Pederson; Paul Fjare
of Brauer and Associates; Del Erickson of Del
Erickson Architects; Bruce Palmer and Bob Losinger
representing the Plymouth/Wayzata Baseball/Softball
Association
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Edwards called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m. in the
Council Conference Room.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Rosen and seconded by
Commissioner LaTour to approve the minutes of the March
meeting as presented. The motion carried with all ayes.
3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
a. Athletic Associations. Bruce Palmer and Bob Losinger,
representing the Plymouth --Wayzata Softball/Baseball
Association, were present at the meeting to request the
financial assistance of the City in the installation of
electricity for two pitching machines at LaCompte
Playfield for their C -ball program which is for 9-10 year
old boys. The program has expanded to the point that one
pitching machine is not enough. Their Association cannot
afford to pay for the installation as well as the
purchase of the extra pitching machine. After some
di4cussion, it was agreed that the Baseball -Softball
Association would pay the City back, over a three-year
period, the estimated $1,900 cost to install underground
electricity to two mounds at LaCompte Playfield. The
Association was also willing to allow the City use of the
pitching machines in exchange for reducing the amount of
money the Association has to pay back. A MOTION WAS MADE
BY COMMISSIONER LATOUR AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER REED
TO LOAN THE PLYMOUTH-WAYZATA BASEBALL/SOFTBALL
ASSOCIATION $1,900 UP FRONT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF
UNDERGROUND ELECTRICITY AT LACOMPTE PLAYFIELD, WITH THE
UNDERSTANDING THAT IT WOULD BE PAID BACK IN $633
INCREMENTS OVER A THREE YEAR PERIOD, WITH THE FIRST
PAYMENT BEING MADE IN 1988, OR SOONER, IF POSSIBLE. The
motion carried with four ayes. Commissioner Reed voted
nay. (Commissioners Beach and Anderson were not present
at this time.)
b. Staff. Ruth Brown was present to discuss the Wayzata
summer swimming program, which is being administered
again by Plymouth Park and Recreation. She indicated
that we have expanded and changed the program to be more
in line with the swimming program we run at Wayzata East
Jr. High. We also will be offering beach swimming
lessons this year at Parkers Lake beach and the Wayzata
Reach. Other changes include our mobile PITS program
which will have fewer stops this year, due to the fact
that we have added a new program called PIT STOP, which
is a stationary Playground in the Streets Program that
will take place at four of our park shelters this summer.
The same activities will take place at PIT -STOP, but
leaders will be at these locations for three hours on
their assigned days, rather than two hours, which is the
length of time the mobile PITS wagons are at their
designated sites. Another new program being offered this
summer is "Making Tracks," a full day -long daycamp
program that will be held at Zachary Park, Monday through
Friday, for eight weeks. Each week starts a new program
with a new theme. The camp hours will be 9:00 a.m. to
5:00 p.m., with extended hours of 7:00 to 6:00, for those
desiring that kind of schedule. There will be an extra
$10 per week charge for the extended program. This day
camp is being offered as an alternative to North Star Day
Camp which is no longer available. Rutin also discussed
the program "Gym, Swim & Movie Days" which were held at
Wayzata Fast Jr. High on April i and 2 for children 3 to
15. Last year this program attracted only a few
children. This year, more than 100 kids attended both
days. Ruth will be offering this activity at Plymouth
Jr. High on April 17 and is expecting even more
attendance since both District 281 and 284 schools will
be out that day. Ruth stated that Plymouth Park and
Recreation has become an affiliate of the National Youth
Soccer Coaches Association (NYSCA) and that we would be
holding our first clinic for youth coaches next week.
Mary Patterson was present at the meeting and
indicated that she had just completed her second year of
revenue management school and is now a graduate of that
program. She stated that the arts program co-sponsored
by Plymouth, the Art Center of Minnesota, and Wayzata
Community Education was a big disappointment this winter,
when very low attendance turned out for the Metropolitan
Boys choir concert at Wayzata Senior High. Other jointly
sponsored arts programs in the past have been very
successful, so she wasn't sure why this particular event
failed. Mary indicated that many new programs.are being
offered this summer, and the summer brochure will be
going to the post office on or about April 24,
4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION
a. Approved Final Plans and Specifications -Parkers Lake.
Final plans and specifications were approved for Parkers
Lake by the City Council, and bids are scheduled to be
opened on April 14 at 10 a.m. Both the fountain and the
fishing pier are on order.
b. Three Neighborhood Parks Update. Council approved the
plans and specifications for the three neighborhood parks
with the condition that staff would notify the residents
of the County Road 61 park that a cable ride is being
considered for their park. This same issue was discussed
by PRAC members. It was their unanimous suggestion that
staff contact residents through the homeowners
association prior to ordering the cable ride.
C. Plymouth Creek Park Master Plan - Brauer and Assoc.
Paul Fjare shared plans with the Commission showing four
possible sites for the proposed community center. During
his presentation, Director Blank simultaneously showed
the commissioners video tape of each site. A chart
showing the weights and values of each site was also
explained and discussed. Following a lengthy discussion
on the pro's and con's of all four sites, a secret ballot
was taken by members of PRAC, ranking the sites.
Clearly, site #3 was their first preference, and site #4
was their last choice. Based on the results of the
balloting, it was suggested that staff research site #3
to determine if it can be rezoned and what it will cost
to purchase the property. A MOTION WAS MADE BY
COMMISSIONER ROSEN AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER BEACH TO
RECOMMEND A WORKING SESSION BETWEEN FRAC, BRAUER AND THE
CITY COUNCIL, AT WHICH TIME PAUL FJARE WOULD MAKE THE
SAME PRESENTATION TO THE COUNCIL THAT HE HAD MADE TO PRAC
THAT EVENING. The motion carried with all ayes.
Director Blank pointed out that the Council probably
would not want to hold such a session until after the
April 28 fire station referendum.
d. 1987 Trail Construction Update. Director Blank had no
news to report on this item.
e. Parkers Lake Bathhouse -Del Erickson Architects. Del
Erickson displayed three schemes for a proposed bathhouse
at Parkers Lake and explained the differences. One
scheme shows a one level bathhouse, the second scheme
shows a two level, and the third scheme shows a split
level bathhouse. All schemes show a wooden deck
extending out over the water's edge along the beach,
which was a concern to Chair Edwards. Director Blank
cautioned against getting too involved at this stage in
any particular features, since there will be many more
opportunities to review plans and make suggestions for
changes. Del Erickson then explained the costs
associated with the three schemes, and stated that to
build phase 11 at a later date would increase the costs
by 20-25%. The cost to build a phase I basic bathhouse
would be approximately $16b,300. Add to that one large
and one small picnic shelter and the cost becomes
approximately $218,300. Director Blank indicated that
based on these cost estimates, he would be comfortable
building a phase 1 bathhouse at this time. A MOTION WAS
MADE BY COMMISSIONER REED AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
BAUMAN TO RECOMMEND BUILDING A PHASE I BAT "fOUSE AND TWO
PICNIC SHELTERS. The motion carried with all ayes.
Commissioner Rosen pointed out that the shelters should
be functional, not extravagant, and stay with the theme
of turn of the century buildings.
f. Purchase of Land on Plymouth Creek Update. Director
Blank stated that the property owner has been offered
$5,000 for her property by the City, but that she has
realtors looking at it as well.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. New Plats. There were no new plats.
b. Park Tour. The annual parks tour has been set for
Thursday, May 7, with the bus leaving the City Center
parking lot at 5:15 p.m. There will be a box supper
served on the bus. The tour should take approximately
three hours.
c_ 1988 LCMR/LAWCON Grant Application. Director Blank
stated that a 1988 LCMR/LAWCON grant is going to be
written to purchase a house located within the proposed
West Medicine Lake City Park. Writing a grant
application to purchase a house involves more red tape,
because homeowner must be relocated and the costs
associated with this must come from the grant as well.
If we don't submit a grant application this year, we will
have to wait until 1989 for another chance at West
Medicine Lake City Park. Commissioners agreed that this
was the best way to go with the 1988 grant application.
d. Lions Park Play Equipment. Residents have been calling
regarding the possibility of adding more play equipment
to Lions Park this year. Director Blank reminded
commissioners that they approved an expenditure of
$10,000 in 1987 for additional equipment at this park.
It was suggested by the Commission that staff write to
the residents in the area of Lions Park inviting their
input on what types of play equipment they would like to
have installed and to report back the results at the May
meeting.
e. Imperial Hills Park Bicycle Path. Several residents
living along Troy Lane have indicated to staff they do
not wish to have a proposed bicycle path constructed
along their street leading to Imperial Hills Park. Troy
Lane is a private street maintained by the residents, and
they do not wish to encourage extra traffic caused by
visitors to and from the park. A MOTION WAS MADE BY
COMMISSIONER ROSF.N AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER ANDERSON
RECOMMENDING THAT STAFF DELAY INDEFINITELY THE
CONSTRUCTION Or A BICYCLE PATH FROM TROY LANE LEADING TO
IMPERIAL HILLS PARK. The motion carried with all ayes.
7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION
Commissioner LaTour reminded members of the Community Awards
Banquet coming up on April 21.
Chair Edwards asked staff to check into the possibility of
cleaning up the creek that runs from Lancaster Lane to Pil-
grim Lane in the Four Seasons park. She stated that it was
full of debris and very unsightly.
8. STAFF COMMUNICATION
None.
9. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
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TONIN MEETING AGENDA
AREA SIX
May 11, 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. PARKS
A. Park and Trail Comprehensive Plan
B. Pike -Eagle Lake Regional Park
C. Future Playfield - Neighborhood Park - west side of Pineview Lane
D. Trails
I. HOUSING & DEVELOPMENT
A. Staged Development Plan
B. Pike Lake Interceptor
C. Housing developments
V. PUBLIC SAFETY
A. Police/Fire Report
B. Neighborhood Watch Program
V. OTHER ITEMS
A. Public Transportation feedback
B. City wells 8 and 9 and new water treatment plant
C. Solid waste recycling program
D. City Council meetings on cable television channel 7
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April 27, 1987
Dear Plymouth Resident:
SUBJECT: TOWN MEETING, MAY 11, 1987
Because Plymouth is a developing community, there are many actions underway
or in the planning stage which may impact upon you. In order to maintain
open communication channels with residents of the community, the City
Council has scheduled a Town Meeting for Monday, May 11, 1987 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
especially for residents living north of the Sault St. Marie railroad
tracks, east of I-494, south of the City's northern boundary, and west of
County Road 18.
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 them also.
I encourage you to Join Councilmembers Crain, Zitur, Sisk, Vasiliou and
myself at 7:30 p.m., Monday, May 11 at the Plymouth City Center. We are
anxious to meet you and look forward to this opportunity 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,
Virgil Schneider
Mayor
A G E N D A
PLYMOUTH TOWN MEETING
AREA )<5
April 13, 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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A G E N D A
PLYMOUTH TOWN MEETING
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April 13, 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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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
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IV. CLOSING COMMENTS - Mayor Virgil Schneider
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C. Women's Facility
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facilities `- °"ic': b c tL. an; reeled into education, counseling,
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: April 15, 1987
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Dale E. Hahn, Finance Director bw--
SUBJECT STATUS CF NUS AVERS ICN
The City of Plymouth received eight (8) bids to convert the present
computerized system, software and data file, to a MIS system. These proposals
were received on March 20, 1987 and have been preliminarily reviewed by
McGladrey, Hendrickson & Pullen. Based on their review, it appears that there
are only two (2) vendors (Unisys & McDonnell Douglas) proposing to meet the
requirements as specified in the City's request for proposal. Arrangements
are being made to have these two vendors provide demonstrations here at the
City Center. Tentatively, Unisys Corporation will be giving their
demonstration on May 6th and 7th. McDonnell Douglas will be giving their
demonstration on May 13th, 14th and 15th. A detailed listing of demonstration
times will be provided so that only those departments affected will need to be
present for specific demonstrations. The vendors will bring in users frau
various installations throughout the country for additional support of their
systems.
While I expect these demonstrations to be comprehensive, they will not be
providing a demonstration with the hardware as proposed in their bids. It may
be necessary to visit actual sites to see first hand operation of the proposed
software on the proposed hardware. I will keep you informed of any changes or
updates.
cc Lloyd J. Ricker
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: April 1, 1987
TO: Director Carlquist
FROM: D. Paulson
SUBJECT Selective Traffic Enforcement
(87-05) North Ferndale Road, area of 11th Avenue
(40 MPH Zone)
Three stationary radar assignments have been completed in response to the
speeding complaint in this area. The assignments were made on three
different days and the results are as follows:
MPH 20/Less 20/25 26/30 31/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
04/06/87 -1500-1800
Cars/Misc.
21
75
211
162
08 05
Trucks/Buses
11
07
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04/07/87 -1500-1800
Cars/Misc.
11
96
203
80
07
Trucks/Buses
04/08/87 -1500-1800
ars isc.
04 25
118
229
127
22 01
Trucks/Buses
02
02
04
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Summary: 20/Less 20/25 26/30 31/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
Cars/Misc. 00 04 57 289 643 369 37 06 1405
Trucks/Buses 00 00 13 09 15 15 01 00 0053
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20/Less 20/25 26/30 31/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
.00% -.01% .05% .20% .45% .26% .03% -.01%
Time Expenditure (Hours): 09
Tags Issued: 07
Warnings: 05
March 13, 1987
CITY OF
PLYMOUTFF
Mr. William Morkrid
President
Ferndale North Homeowner's Association
1110 N. Ferndale Road
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Morkrid:
Thank you for your March 10,
Ferndale Road. I have referred
Moore and Public Safety Director
have asked them to share their
Council as well.
Yours truly,
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Virgil Schneider
Mayor
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1987 letter expressing concern about North
your letter to Public Works Director Fred
Dick Carlquist for review and response. I
responses to you with myself and the City
cc: Dick Carlquist, Public Safety Director
Fred Moore, Public Works Director
S/F 3/20
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 5592800
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March 19. 1987
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PLYMOUTH
Mr. William Morkrid, President
Ferndale North Homeowners Association
1110 North Ferndale Road
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mr. Morkrid:
I have received a copy of a letter sent to you by Mayor Schneider which expresses
your concern for pedestrians on North Ferndale Road. Specifically, you address
the need for reducing the speed limit to 35 MPH and indicate that the current 40
MPH speed is not enforced.
You will be receiving a follow up letter from Public Works Director Fred Moore
relative to how speed limits are set, and some of your other requests, including
paving the shoulder and marking the center and sides lines of the road in
question. Therefore, I will not deal with those particular items.
I will see that special radar enforcement is conducted on Ferndale Road in the
near future. We definitely share your concern for the safety of pedestrians
using this roadway. I hope that we are able to make a significant impact on
those persons speeding on Ferndale Road.
Thank You for taking the time to write. If you should
regarding police services, please do not hesitate to
2800, extension 350.
Sincerely,
Richard J. arlqu st
Public Safety Director
RJC:gs
cc: James G. Willis - City Manager
Fred Moore - Public Works Director
Virgil Schneider - Mayor
Sergeant Dennis Paulson
have any further questions
call me directly at 559 -
?c00 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEP-ONE (612) 5592200
HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
March 10, 1987
Mr. Virgil Schneider
Mayor, City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, ren. 551x1:7
Dear Mr. Schneider:
As president of the Ferndale North Homeowner's Association,
I would like to recuest your help in the following matter.
Our homeowner's nssociatien is becoming increasingly con-
cerned about the danger to bicyclists ane neriestrians on
North Ferndale Road. I feel vre share this concern with
other residents of North Ferndale.
I am aware of a variety of plans that have been proposed
to you regarding North Ferndale Road. ry request, I hope,
will be lees complex. Our homeowner's association recuests
that North Ferndale be regarded as a residential street and
have an enforced speed limit of 35 YPH. At this time North
Ferndale is posted at LO i77H which is not enforced. Paving
the shoulder and clearly marking the center and side lines
of the road is also part of our recuest.
I hope you will give our ideas serious consideration. Thank
you for your attention to our concerns.
Sincerely,
,: * l/rn �-Jo
William (Bill) Morkrid
President, Ferndale North
Homeowner's Association
1110 N. Ferndale Rd.
Plymouth, ?n. 55417
W - 475-4580
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CITY OF
PLYMOUTFF
April 14, 1987
Ms. Sandy Lester
10805 49th Ave. N.
Plymouth, MN 55442
Dear Sandy:
Attached is a copy of the memo from Fred Moore that I mentioned last evening.
Along with it are two maps and a copy of the driveway easement across part of
the Wild Wings Addition. As noted in the memo, the easement was filed with
Hennepin County October 2, 1986.
The easement in conjunction with the dedicated street right-of-way in front of
Your home would appear to provide complete and permanent access. As Fred
mentions, there is the possibility of access from the north when that property
develops. As was mentioned during the town meeting last night, Centex Homes
is considering development of that property but has not made a formal
application. Centex developed the Jamestown development south of Schmidt Lake
Road and west of Zachary Lane.
Sandy, I realize you are very upset with the City for ceasing to maintain the
access to your property; I would also be angry. However, I am not aware of
N%, any situation where the City maintains undeveloped right-of-way even when it
Is dedicated to the City or of private access. Jim Willis has stated he would
be available to talk about this with you either at City Hall or at your home.
He may be reached at 559-2800. I would also be available if I can be of any
assistance.
Sinc ely yours,
7Ci-11.
H. David Crain
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Attachment
cc: J. Willis
Mayor & Council
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: March 30, 1987
TO: Fred Moore, Director of Public Works
FROM: Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT CONCERN RELATED BY COUNCILMEMBER CRAIN
Dave Crain contacted me on Friday, March 27, about a problem referred
to him by Sandy Lester, 10805 - 49th Avenue North. According to Ms.
Lester, as part of the DeFreeze development next to her home, an
access was to be provided to her parcel from 49th Avenue as a private
drive. She had her attorney, Mr. Peter Ruffenach, III, (559-5113)
research the matter. He finds that the property has changed hand
through quit claim deed at least three times, and most important, that
01 the easement has not been filed in accordance with the requirements of
the developer's agreement. The first question, then, is to verify:
1) the terms of the development agreement; and 2) whether the terms of
the agreement have been executed through the filing of an easement.
Ms. Lester's second concern is that the City has historically
maintained the access to her property. She indicates that Tom Vetsch
has advised her that the access to her property will no lonqer be
maintained by the City as it is essentially a driveway and not a
public road. She argues that the City has historically maintained the
roadway both for snow and ice control, as well as for shaping and
grading in the summer. Would you please respond to me by memorandum
on this issue as well as the two outlined above. I will share your
findings with Councilmember Crain and Ms. Lester.
FB:jm
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: April 3, 1987
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Sandy Lester Property
10805 49th Avenue
Concern Related by Councilmember Crain
I have also talked with Sandy Lester and her Attorney_, Peter Ruffenach.
Our discussions were about the private driveway which serves the existing
Lester Home.
Councilmember Crain requested answers to two questions:
1. The first question was with regard to the private driveway
easement which was to be granted to the Lester property from
the Wild Wings Addition. This was a condition of approval
of the Final Plat by the Citv Council. This easement has
been granted and attached herewith is a copy of that
document. This easement was recorded on October 2, 1986.
It is recorded as Document No. 1760565 in the Hennepin
County Department of Property Records, and also recorded in
Volume 2304, Page 686711 in the Office of Registrar of
Titles.
2. The second question deals with the maintenance of this
private driveway. There has never been an improved public
street immediately adjacent to the Lester property. A half
right-of-way for 49th Avenue exists adjacent to this
property, but it has never been improved. Because of the
existing topography of the land, 49th Avenue, as platted,
could never be improved because of the very steep hill.
Although there was no public street serving this property,
at some point in time a private driveway was constructed
from the end of 48th Avenue Easterly, Northerlv and Westerlv
to the Lester property. We have no records and cannot
determine why the City was plowing snow on this private
driveway and doing very minimal maintenance during the
summer. Attached is a drawing showing the private driveway
as it existed before the Wild Wings Addition was developed.
The City of Plymouth had no public easements over this
private driveway.
Memo: James G. Willis $ CJS y
April 3, 1987
Page Two
With the development of the Wild Wings Addition, Vallev
Forge Lane was extended Northerly. The new street replaced
all but approximately 120 feet of the old private driveway.
As part of the development, the Developer was required to
construct a new private driveway along the Northerly side of
Lot 1 within the Addition. Attached is a drawing showing
the location of the new private driveway after the
development of Wild Wings This private drivewav has been
constructed by the Developer.
Both Tom Vetsch and I have talked with Sandy Lester
concerning the maintenance of this private driveway. I have
also spoken with her Attorney. We informed them that
although the City did maintenance in the past, this was by
error for which we could not determine why it originally
started. With the redevelopment of the Area and the
changing of the private drivewav, we informed them that the
City would no longer continue this error, and the
maintenance of the private drivewav was their
responsibility.
The Lester home was allowed to be constructed over 20 years ago based
upon the fact that it is adjacent to a dedicated public street
right-of-way. Although this is a dedicated right-of-way, it has never
been constructed as a street, and as I previouslv mentioned because of
existing conditions of the very steep hill, it can never be constructed
as a public street. With the development of the Wild Wings Addition, the
City made provisions for a private access to this property.
At the present time the property North of the Lester home is currentiv
undeveloped. At the time this property develops, it would be possible
for the City to require a street be constructed which would provide
direct public access immediately to the Lester property. If this were
the case, their property would receive direct benefit from the public
street construction and be required to share in the cost of the street.
The Lester property has never been assessed benefit for a public street.
At the time the property to the North develops the Lesters, or the
current property owner at that time, will receive a notice of the
proposed Preliminary Plat, They can then address their concerns to the
City at the public hearing whether they want to keep their private
driveway or have a public street constructed for which thev would share
in the cost.
If you need any additional information, please contact me,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
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April 14, 7'
Mayor Virgil Schneider
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mayor Schneider:
Tom Sweeney's resignation from our boated of directors has
created a vacancy that we would like to fill with another
Plymouth resident. The agency's annual meeting is May 12
and this is the ideal time to seat new board members. I
hope this fits with the city's timetable as well.
If I may, I would like to suggest that Gary Swedberg, 1850
Comstock Lane, be the new Plymouth representative. Mr.
Swedberg is the chemical health coordinator for Wayzata Public
Schools and serves on the Wayzata -Plymouth Area Chemical
Health Commission. He has worked with our staff and community
committees on youth issues and has clearly demonstrated leader-
ship, creativity and commitment to human services in our area.
His familiarity to our mission and his knowledge of issues af-
fecting Plymouth will maximize the relationship for West
Hennepin Human Services, Plymouth and himself.
Mr. Swedberg has expressed interest in being appointed to our
board. He has been sent the information provided by your office
regarding citizen task forces and commissions. You should be
hearing from him shortly.
Sincerely, t
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Marc� Sha iro
Executive Director
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Homeowner's Association
2800 Terraceview Court
Plymouth MN 55447
April 13, 1987
James Willis
City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Mn. 55447
RE: Shenandoah/Timberton Recreational Facilities
As you recall, there are funds being held by the City of Plymouth, in an
escrow account, for recreational facilities for the Shenandoah Townhouse
Development. And to be eligible to receive these funds, the Timberton
developers were required to build recreational facilities and offer
joint use to Shenandoah.
Timberton has completed the facilities and has come to us with documents
to form a joint association for the purpose of maintaining these
facilities.
The Shenandoah Homeowners Association has decided not to participate in
the shared amemities for several reasons.
1. The facilities are not what we had understood them to be nor are
they adequate for the number of people which would be using them.
2. If Shenandoah did join with Timberton for shared amenities it
may well complicate Shenandoah's qualification for certain types of
financing.
Hence our decision to decline Timberton's offer.
Should you have any questions please contact me at 475-6691.
Sincerel ,
Mickey Wilso4
Vice President
Shenandoah Homeowners Association
cc: Jeff Fazendan
Timberton
15705 26th Ave
Plymouth, Mn. 554
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April 15, 1987 PLYMOUTR
Re: County Road 61 Neighborhood Park Play Equipment
Dear Residents:
The final plans and specifications for County Road 61 park are now being
completed. Selection of playground equipment for this park has been an
integral part of our planning in recent weeks. The City Council and Park and
Recreation Advisory Commission want to let you know about the selection of
the play equipment. We have selected three pieces uianufactured by the BigToy
Playground Company from Tacoma, Washington. One piece of equipment, labeled
"PS -16," is designed for pre-school children. A picture of this is attached.
A second piece is a "PR -38," which has been modified by adding a slide to
the structure. This is a good piece of climbing apparatus for elementary
age children. We have used this in three other neighborhood parks. The
third piece is a cable ride which has enjoyed much success at two other
locations in our parks. Currently we have cable rides installed at the
Zachary Lane Playfield (picture attached) and at Circle Park, which is
located two blocks north of County Road 15 on Lanewood Lane. This is a
very low-keyed cable ride, which is enjoyable for children down to
approximately age 4. The play area will also have a swing set and small
spring animal rides. If you have any questions or suggestions about these
pieces of equipment, please give me a call at 559-2800 x 265.
Sincerely,
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April 13, 1987
Plymouth Lions Club
c/o John Reed
1751 W Medicine Lake Dr
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear John:
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In 1986, residents living near the Lions neighborhood park requested that
the City consider adding more play equipment to Lions Park. With this in
mind, the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission approved a capital improve-
ments program, which included $10,000 for the installation of additional
equipment at Lions Park in 1987. Recently, the Commission authorized staff
to proceed with implementing the requested playground improvements. This
letter is intended as notification to the Lions Club that we are considering
such improvements at this time, and further, soliciting any interest from
the Lions Club with regard to further contributions to the upgrading of
Lions Park.
At this time, I expect the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission will be
taking formal action on this project at their May 14 meeting. If possible,
it would be helpful if the Lions Club could give some indication to us,
prior to that time, of any interest they may have in contributing to this
project.
Please thank the Lions Club for all of their past contributions to City of
Plymouth parks. We look forward to working with them in the future.
Sincerely,
Eric J. Blank, Director
Parks and Recreation
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PRAC
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800
Wayzata
PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Independent School District 284
Community Education Services 210 State Hwy. 101 North, P.O. Box 660, Wayzata, MN 55391-9990 (612) 475-4550
April 10, 1987
Eric Blank
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Eric,
During the past six years, I have come to appreciate the dedicated
service of a number of Wayzata - Plymouth - Minnetonka residents.
Your service, Eric has been more than exceptional. Many of your
voluntary efforts have gone unlauded. I wish to express my personal
appreciation for providing me with encouragement when the odds were
against us!
I regret that you are unable to be reappointed to a third term on the
Advisory Council. The council bylaws set the length of any council
members' service at two consecutive terms. However, you would be
able to apply again in 1988 if you wish.
On behalf of my staff and the Advisory Council thank you for your
countless number of volunteer hours spent in the service of our
district citizens. Your efforts have paid off in so many different
ways as is evident by the quality of programs now in existence.
Sincer ,
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Community Education Services 210 State Hwy. 101 North, P.O. Box 660, Wayzata, MN 55391-9990 (612) 475-4550
April 14, 1987
The Honorable Virg Schneider
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Virg,
I wish to express my gratitude to you and the Plymouth City Council
for your continuing support of Community Education in the Wayzata
School District. Eric Blank has served admirably on the council in
representing the City of Plymouth. Eric is inelegible to be
reappointed since our by laws dictate that no member will serve more
than two consecutive terms. I have asked Eric to recommend people
interested in serving on the council for your consideration. He
suggested that Mary Patterson be appointed as an appropriate city and
park department representative.
In order to properly inservice all new members on the council, I
would appreciate your action in appointing the new member at your May
meeting. This would enable us to invite the new city appointees to
our June 10, 1987 general Advisory Council meeting. Your prompt
action in this matter is greatly appreciated. Awaiting your
decision, I am,
Sincerely,
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April 9. 1987
Officer Robert Nesbitt
Plymouth Police Department
L E T T E R O F R E C O G N I T I O N
Dear Bob:
This letter of recognition is being awarded to you for your recent outstanding
police work performed in connection with thefts from vehicles. During the past
year, our police statistics have nearly doubled in the theft category. This
problem has been as a direct result of young persons breaking into cars to obtain
items of value, such as radar detectors.
It is my understanding that you coordinated the patrol efforts and record keeping
functions to aid in crime prevention and apprehension of suspects. As a direct
result of your efforts, over 27 Plymouth theft cases were cleared and approxi-
mately nine suspects in three different theft rings were charged. Your identifi-
cation of suspects in all of the theft rings that you uncovered were found to be
responsible for as many as 300 thefts, ranging from the City of Bloomington to
the City of Plymouth. Ultimately you were responsible for identifying a major
fence who dealt in radar detection stolen property.
Your tenacious pursuit of the project you were coordinating was an example of
outstanding police work. Your dedication and commitment to duty has brought
great credit to you and this department.
Thank you for doing such a fine job!
Sincerely,
:Richard J. arlquis
Public Safety Director
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cc: James G. Willis - City Manager
Personnel file
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
1313 East Highway 13, Burnsville, Minnesota 55337 612/890-4100
April 13, 1987
Mr. Elliott Perovich, Chair
Regional Transit Board
270 Metro Square Building
St. Paul, MN 55101
Dear Mr. Perovich:
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BURNSVILLE
Linda Barton, City Manager of Burnsville, has asked me to respond
to your recent letter informing us that the RTB "has proposed
legislation that would sunset the opt -out opportunity on
January 1, 1988". Please be advised that the City of Burnsville
strongly opposes this proposal.
It is our position that the opt -out capability serves as a checks
and balances mechanism to properly allocate authority and responsi-
bility between local governments, and the regional planning and opera-
tional entities in the Twin Cities area. The procedural strings and
substantive consequences attached to the exercise of the opt -out
mechanism have helped ensure that local governments do not abuse
this tool. Similarly, the existence of the opt -out provision helped
keep the RTB attentive to the needs and interests of the various
local governments within the metropolitan region. We do not see
that it is necessary to "bring some closure to that option program".
The City Council and Staff of the City of Burnsville have long been
committed to long-range planning processes. We therefore support and
encourage those types of activities when practiced by other agencies
like the Regional Transit Board. However, the City of Burnsville is
never eager to relinquish local options, authority, or flexibility.
With regard to the opt -out legislation, no clear and demonstrable
basis has been established for its elimination. We therefore urge
you to withdraw your proposed legislation.
Sincerely,
CITY OF BURNSVILLE
Stephen P. King
Assistant to the City Manager
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CC: Chanhassen Plymouth
Chaska Shakopee
Eden Prairie