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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
July 20, 1989
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UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.....
1. COUNCIL STUDY SESSION -- Monday, July 24, 5:00 p.m., dinner
meeting. Council study session to discuss Comprehensive Plan
amendments in the City Council conference room.
2. PLYMOUTH FORUM -- Monday, July 24, 7:00 p.m. Plymouth Forum in City
Council conference room. Bonnie Kirschke representing the
Assoc-ldtion of Medicine Lake Area Citizens (AMLAC) and Hennepin
County Parks representatives plan to attend the Forum to talk with
the Council regarding the Eurasian Water Milfoil and its potential
Impact on Medicine Lake. Attached is a report from Eric Blank on a
workshop he attended at the Gray Freshwater Biological Institute on
the Eurasian Water Milfoil problem. (M-2)
3. COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, July 24, 7:30 p.m. Regular City Council
meeting in City Council chambers.
4. PLANNING COMMISSION -- Wednesday, July 26, 7:30 p.m. The Planning
Commission will meet in the City Council chambers. Agenda
attached. (M-4)
5. JULY & AUGUST CALENDARS-- Meeting calendars for July and August are
attached. The July calendar has been revised to reflect the July 24
and July 31 Council study sessions. (M-5)
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
July 20, 1989
Page 2
FOR YOUR INFORMATION....
1. PLYMOUTH METROLINK - MAY & JUNE REPORTS -- Shown below are a tables
for May and June 1989 displaying our average daily ridership for the
commuter/reverse commuter, internal circulator and total system for
each week. Tables are also included on year to date averages in
each service area compared with the target to be achieved.
The "Total System" column includes transfer passengers. To compare
with previous years, the column "Without Transfers" should be used.
Actual ridership is reflected under the "With Transfers" column.
MONTHLY
PLYMOUTH METROLINK
DAILY RIDERSHIP AVERAGES BY WEEK BY SERVICE TYPE
MAY 1989
YEAR TO DATE
RIDERSHIP AVERAGE
SERVICE TYPE
564
TAROT
413
% OVER/(UNDER)
TARGET
Total S stem
36.5%
Reverse
Without
With
Commuter
Commuter
Transfers
Transfers
Transfers
WEEK OF:
5/1 - 5/5
335
52
166
387
546
5/8 - 5/12
334
49
186
383
569
5/15 - 5/19
348
62
165
410
575
5/22 - 5/26
329
52
177
381
559
5/30 - 5/31
336
42
192
378
572
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MONTH LONG
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AVERAGE
336
51
177
386
564
YEAR TO DATE (May)
Item
Without
Transfers
With
Transfers
YEAR TO DATE
RIDERSHIP AVERAGE
443
564
TAROT
413
% OVER/(UNDER)
TARGET
7.3%
36.5%
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
July 20, 1989
Page 3
MONTHLY
PLYMOUTH METROLINK
DAILY RIDERSHIP AVERAGES BY MEEK BY SERVICE TYPE
JUNE 1989
YEAR TO DATE
RIDERSHIP AVERAGE
SERVICE TYPE
545
TARGET
413
% OVER/(UNDER)
TARGET
Total System___
32'%
Reverse
Without
With
Commuter
Commuter
Transfers
Transfers
Transfers
WEEK OF:
6/1 - 6/2
322
37
166
359
525
6/5 - 6/9
327
36
158
363
521
6/12 - 6/16
333
35
167
368
535
6/19 - 6/23
306
30
163
356
517
6/26 - 6/30
334
31
161
365
525
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MONTH LONG
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AVERAGE
324
34
163
362
525
YEAR TO DATE (June)
Item
Without
Transfers
With
Transfers
YEAR TO DATE
RIDERSHIP AVERAGE
429
545
TARGET
413
% OVER/(UNDER)
TARGET
3.9%
32'%
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
July 20, 1989
Page 4
2. MINUTES
a. Plymouth Safety Committee, July 19, 1989 (I-2)
3. ZIP CODE CHANGE -- The Post Office has informed us that there is a
small area of the City shown on our maps with an incorrect zip
code. The area highlighted on the attached map was previously shown
in the 55446 zip code district; it should be in the 55447 district.
(I-3)
4. CDBG PROGRAM APPLICATION -- Attached is a memorandum from Blair
Tremere on the status of the City's application for Hennepin County
Community Development Block Grant Program discretionary funds. As
the Council recalls, the City's application was for funding in the
amount of $260,000 to acquire and prepare for development the Beacon
Heights School site. According to Blair, at a July 18 Citizens
Advisory Committee, the City's application was not included with
their recommendation for funding. We are still awaiting
notification to that effect. (I-4)
5. HENNEPIN COUNTY FUNDING POLICY - A memorandum from Dick Pouliot on
the Recycling TaskForce's recommendations to the County on recycling
funding through 1990 is attached. (I-5)
DAILY RIDERSHIP AVERAGES BY MONTH
FOR CALENDAR YEARS 1984 - 1989
Commuter/
Commuter/
Reverse
Commuter
Reverse Commuter
(Without
Transfers)
(With Transfers)
MONTH:
1984
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1989
January
330
307
351
429
433
496
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February
310
292
350
394
426
461
---
March
307
311
338
397
418
467
---
April
301
295
354
365
408
405
---
May
295
298
332
350
392
388
564
June
276
314
349
358
409
362
525
July
277
297
328
345
361
August
266
292
328
345
377
September
275
322
354
348
396
October
276
312
384
365
430
November
271
311
396
398
437
December
265
320
412
391
409
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YEAR LONG
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AVERAGE
287
306
356
374
408
429
545
2. MINUTES
a. Plymouth Safety Committee, July 19, 1989 (I-2)
3. ZIP CODE CHANGE -- The Post Office has informed us that there is a
small area of the City shown on our maps with an incorrect zip
code. The area highlighted on the attached map was previously shown
in the 55446 zip code district; it should be in the 55447 district.
(I-3)
4. CDBG PROGRAM APPLICATION -- Attached is a memorandum from Blair
Tremere on the status of the City's application for Hennepin County
Community Development Block Grant Program discretionary funds. As
the Council recalls, the City's application was for funding in the
amount of $260,000 to acquire and prepare for development the Beacon
Heights School site. According to Blair, at a July 18 Citizens
Advisory Committee, the City's application was not included with
their recommendation for funding. We are still awaiting
notification to that effect. (I-4)
5. HENNEPIN COUNTY FUNDING POLICY - A memorandum from Dick Pouliot on
the Recycling TaskForce's recommendations to the County on recycling
funding through 1990 is attached. (I-5)
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
July 20, 1989
Page 5
6. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Kenneth Youngberg, Kenney's Inc., from Laurie
Rauenhorst, advising of Council action and conditions adopted
concerning his liquor license. (I -6a)
b. Letter form Greta Fossum-Johnsen, Secretary, Tiburon Homeowners
Association, to Eric Blank, concerning noise and trespass
problems associated with the Plymouth community playfield. Also
included is a response to Ms. Fossum-Johnsen from Fred Moore
addressing their request for parking restrictions. (I -6b)
c. Letter responding to Bill Duenow, 18 Forestview Lane, from Mayor
Schneider, regarding the community center. (I -6c)
d. Letter to Plymouth Post Editor, from Mayor Schneider, on Music
In Plymouth. (I -6d)
e. Letter to Jim Thomson from Blair Tremere on the Council's
request for opinion for procedural guide/legal reference during
its consideration of amendments to the Land Use Guide Plan Map.
(I -6e)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: July 18, 1989
TO: James G. Wills, City Manager R
FROM: Eric J. Blank, Director of Parks & Recreations
SUBJECT: Eurasian Water Milfoil
On Saturday, July 8, I attended a workshop at the Gray Freshwater Biological
Institute in an effort to educate myself further with regards to the Eurasian
Water Milfoil problem. I have attached for your information and the Council's
a document entitled Eurasian Water Milfoil, a Freshwater Foundation Report,
May 1989. I believe this will succinctly help bring the Council up to date on
this subject at this time. Based on the information that we have available at
this time, we do not have the milfoil problem in Medicine Lake or Parkers
Lake. Because of this looming potential problem, I intend in the near future
to call a special meeting of the Medicine Lake Task Force in an effort to make
sure that all of the interested parties with regards to Medicine Lake are up
to date on this subject. As you will recall, the Task Force is made up of
representatives of the City of Medicine Lake, Hennepin Parks, AMLAC, Mayor
Schneider, John Mullin, and myself as chair.
We have also started to receive numerous sightings of purple loostrife
throughout the city. Some specific areas are around Medicine Lake on private
property, road right of way, and West Medicine Lake Park. Mark Peterson is
taking the appropriate actions to have these weeds on our park property
sprayed as quickly as possible. I will keep you and the Council informed on
these matters as further information becomes available.
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Date: Saturday, July 8, 1989 Cost: $25/person (Freshwater Foundation members FREE)
Membership information below.
Place: Gray Freshwater Biological Institute on Lake Minnetonka
9:00 - 9:30 A.M. Registration (Coffee and donuts provided.)
9:30 - 12:00 NOON
WHAT IS IT? Learn about the history of Eurasian water milfoil.
HOW WILL IT AFFECT MY LAKE? Jack Skrypek, Chief of Ecological Services for the
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, will tell how Eurasian water milfoil can
affect recreational activities and lake water quality.
HOW HAS THE LAKE MINNETONKA CONSERVATION DISTRICT RESPONDED?
Up to 30% of the littoral acreage (less than 15 feet deep) of Lake Minnetonka is now
experiencing Eurasian water milfoil growth. Gene Strommen, Executive Director of
LMCD, will speak about their efforts in dealing with this weed.
WHAT IS CURRENTLY HAPPENING IN MINNESOTA?
• A task force consisting of government agencies, private industry, and the Freshwater
Foundation has been formed.
• The 1989 Minnesota Legislature provided funding for Eurasian water milfoil control.
The bill's author, Senator Gen Olson, will provide information on its purpose.
WHAT CAN YOU DO? Gene Geller, a member of the Lake Waconia Lake Association,
will tell what their lake association is doing to try to keep milfoil out of their lake.
12 NOON - 3 PM.
Exhibits, demonstrations and information sharing by experts in chemical, mechanical,
aeration, and other methods to control Eurasian water milfoil. (Also open to people
not attending the seminar.)
DIRECTIONS TO FRESHWATER FOUNDATION &
GRAY FRESHWATER BIOLOGICAL INSTITUTE
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Join now for as little as $50 and receive
additional member benefits and discounts
throughout the year, including the
monthly water newspaper, U.S. Water
News, and other membership
publications.
PLEASE DETACH AND RETURN BY JULY 3
EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL
A FRESHWATER FOUNDATION
REPORT
MAY 1989
Freshwater
Foundation
2500 Shadywood Road
P.O. Box 90
Navarre, MN 55392-0090
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EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL: THE EXOTIC AQUATIC INVASION
A Freshwater Foundation Report
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EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL: White Bear Lake, Lake of the Isles,
THE EXOTIC AQUATIC INVASION Lake Virginia, Libbs Lake, Lake
George and Lac Lavon.
A Freshwater Foundation Report
Aquatic plants are important
elements in the ecology of lakes
and streams. They provide food and
habitat for many organisms. They
also help to stabilize the bottom
and aerate the water. A population
of plants, even a large one, does
not necessarily constitute a
problem.
A problem arises when aquatic weeds
are too abundant. Then they can
upset the natural ecology of a lake
and interfere with our aesthetic
and recreational enjoyment of
lakes. Problem plants are usually
the result of over -fertilization by
nutrients provided naturally or by
human activities in the watershed.
Exotic weeds (those not native)
can be particularly troublesome
because they have no natural
enemies that limit their growth.
The presence of Eurasian water
milfoil in the United States was
first recorded in the District of
Columbia in 1942, even earlier by
some estimates. Authorities
attribute its introduction to
everything from cargo ships to
dumped aquariums to deliberate
planting by an agency of the
federal government. Whether it
came as a result of carelessness or
misplaced good intentions, the
rapid spread of Eurasian water
milfoil leaves little doubt that
its introduction was a mistake.
In 1987 Minnesota became one of at
least 36 states where the weed has
been officially identified. First
identified in Lake Minnetonka, it
has been documented by the
Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) to be in at least
seven lakes: Lake Minnetonka,
Exotic plants have no natural
enemies in a new habitat, so they
flourish. With their competitive
advantage, these plants can
completely dominate a lake within a
couple of years of introduction.
Eurasian water milfoil can shade
out beneficial plants, creating a
monoculture of one species in the
lake. In an aquatic system
dominated by native plants, a wide
variety of organisms evolves over
time to live on the plants. When
an exotic plant like Eurasian water
milfoil takes over, these organisms
are eliminated because they are not
adapted to live on the new weed.
The elimination of native plants
and other organisms creates an
ecological wasteland.
IDENTIFICATION OF
EURASIAN WATER KILFOIL
Eurasian water milfoil
(Mvriophvllum spicatum L.) is a
rooted perennial with finely
dissected, feather -like leaves.
Leaves usually grow in whorls of
four leaves each, though they can
number anywhere from two to five.
Usually, each leaf has 10-16
leaflet pairs. Stems are long and
flexible. Lateral branching occurs
near the water's surface, resulting
in a dense mat or canopy when the
plants reach the surface. Eurasian
water milfoil plants, which grow in
water from 1 to 15 feet deep, vary
in color from lime green to dark
green. Flower spikes, usually pink
or red, form on the tips of the
stems and stick out of the water.
The weed's extensive roots account
for as much as 20 percent of the
plant's total mass.
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Because there are many other
varieties of water milfoil,
including at least one variety that
is an abundant, native aquatic
plant in Minnesota, Eurasian water
milfoil is difficult to
differentiate. Suspected specimens
can be wrapped in paper toweling,
placed in a ziplock bag and mailed
to the DNR for identification.
Northern water milfoil (left)
Eurasian water milfoil (right)
GROWTH OF EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL
Detailed observations of the
seasonal growth of Eurasian water
milfoil in British Columbia were
made by the province's Ministry of
the Environment and Parks, Littoral
Studies Section. These
observations showed a typical
pattern of seasonal growth:
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"During the winter, plant
populations are reduced in
biomass as a result of
fragmentation and decay. Early
in the spring, new growth
arises from old root crowns and
rooting fragments. New stems
increase in density and grow
rapidly toward the surface
between late May and early
July. Some new stems also are
produced as lateral branches
from remnant stems (which
survived the winter) in late
April to early June. There is
rapid development of lateral
branches on new stems between
mid-June and mid-July, about
the same time as the most rapid
stem growth. Stems may reach
the surface by late May or
June, depending on local
conditions."
These patterns of growth probably
occur slightly later in Minnesota.
It is said that Eurasian water
milfoil can grow as much as 2
inches per day during prime growing
conditions.
REPRODUCTION OF
EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL
Eurasian water milfoil propagates
by asexual vegetative fragmentation
and by sexual seed production. Any
fragment that has a node can become
a new plant. Fragments usually
float around the lake and then sink
and take root in the sediment.
Propagation also occurs when plant
shoots fall over and root. Sexual
reproduction takes place when
flower spikes develop above the
water surface. The wind helps to
pollinate these flowers, but self-
pollination can also occur. Seeds
are produced one month later.
Studies show that these seeds are
not affected by freezing
temperatures. Reproduction from
seeds is a relatively infrequent
means of spreading Eurasian water
milfoil.
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CHARACTERISTICS AND EFFECTS OF
EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL
Eurasian water milfoil is
characterized by rapid, dense
growth that often forms mats at the
surface that shade out other
species of plants. Stands of the
weed become so dense (as many as
900 per square meter) that the
tangle of branches near the surface
can support the weight of frogs and
wading birds. These thick stands
of weeds make many recreational
activities difficult or even
impossible, change the pattern of
fish and wildlife, create ideal
nesting sites for insects, support
algae blooms and clog water supply
systems. Beach quality is degraded
by piles of decaying vegetation,
adding to the cost of beach
maintenance.
What -percentage of a particular
lake will be infested with Eurasian
water milfoil depends on the size,
depth and shoreline configuration
of a lake.
NUTRIENTS AND EURASIAN WATER
MILFOIL
Eurasian water milfoil gets its
food from lake sediment, which is
an important source of nutrients
such as nitrogen and phosphorus,
and from the water on which it
depends for inorganic carbon and
oxygen. Since Eurasian water
milfoil, like other aquatic plants,
needs nutrients, it follows that
controlling the amount of available
nutrients controls the plant
population.
But where do these nutrients come
from? Some occur naturally. For
example, when an aquatic plant dies
and settles to the bottom of the
lake, it provides nutrients for new
plants. But nutrients also enter
the water as a direct result of
human activities on land, such as
fertilizing yards, urban runoff,
erosion and inadequate sewage
disposal. These nutrients enter a
lake or stream through the water
that flows into it from the
surrounding land surface. Too much
nutrient means too much plant
growth.
Too much plant growth, Eurasian
water milfoil or any other variety,
will accelerate the natural aging
process, or eutrophication, of a
lake. It takes nature thousands of
years to complete the process by
which lakes form, evolve and
disappear. With the help of human
activities, however, the
"disappearing" part of that process
can be shortened to decades.
Lakeshore property owners can do
many things to help decrease the
nutrients that enter a lake and, in
the long term, slow the aging
process of the lake. Suggested
preventive efforts include the
following:
o Maintain on-site septic
systems properly and convert
to municipal systems wherever
possible.
o Limit the use of lawn
fertilizers. Use only
products recommended for use
near water and follow label
directions.
o Maintain buffer strips of
natural vegetation along the
shoreline and in other areas
such as steep slopes that are
vulnerable to erosion. These
buffer strips slow runoff and
actually filter out nutrients
and other pollutants before
they can reach the lake.
o Keep bare areas to a minimum
during construction and use
runoff controls where
necessary. Maintain adequate
groundcover both during and
after construction.
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o Stabilize shorelines to
prevent erosion, following
regulations established for
such projects by the DNR.
o Design driveways, sidewalks
and stairways in such a way
that rainwater cannot flow
directly into the lake.
SPREAD OF EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL
Eurasian water milfoil is spread
from one lake to another, or from
one area of a lake to another area
in the same lake, in a number of
ways. Boats and boating equipment
(both power and sail boats) are
often the means of transport. The
weed can also be spread by
waterfowl, by hitch -hiking on other
harmless plants that are
transplanted and by plant control
equipment that is not thoroughly
cleaned before being moved from one
lake to another.
CONTROLLING AQUATIC WEEDS
Environmentally sound management of
aquatic plants is tailored to
specific plants and the specific
body of water where they are
causing a problem. Characteristics
of the lake's environment dictate
both the type of control that can
be used and the degree of success
that can be expected.
Environmentally safe control
requires knowledge of the lake --its
physical and chemical
characteristics as well as the way
it is used. Safe, legal, cost-
effective weed management also
requires knowledge of the options
available for control and the
effects that each method will have
on the ecology of the lake. Too
often, public demand for relief
from a weed problem does not
consider all of these factors. In
Minnesota, the DNR regulates the
control of aquatic vegetation and
should be contacted before
undertaking a control project.
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CONTROL METHODS FOR
EURASIAN WATER MILFOIL
Mechanical. Mechanical methods of
aquatic weed control include
harvesting, roto -tilling of the
sediment, bottom barriers (illegal
in Minnesota), and manual methods
like hand -cutting, pulling and
raking. Mechanical methods are
generally more ecologically safe
than chemical application. After
weeds have been removed, it is
essential that they be disposed of
properly. Eurasian water milfoil
makes excellent mulch.
Chemical. Herbicides are used to
combat Eurasian water milfoil and
other aquatic plants in areas that
cannot be reached with harvesting
equipment or where an intense
"zapping" is the only answer.
Chemicals used should be selective,
attacking only the target nuisance
plant. A chemical that kills all
plants would leave the lake
sterile. Safer, more target -
specific chemicals are being
developed. Only chemicals approved
for use on aquatic plants and
registered by federal and state
agencies can be used,, and treated
areas must be posted. Container
label directions must be carefully
followed. Chemicals applied in
lakes eventually either break down
into simpler substances, are
absorbed by plants or are tied up
in bottom soils. Little is known
about the long-term effect of some
of these chemicals in the sediment.
Biological. Biological controls are
natural organisms that rely on a
specific plant to complete their
life cycle and in so doing destroy
the plant (for example, a bug that
prefers to eat a particular plant --
and only that plant). As in the
case of chemicals, it is essential
that these organisms be targeted at
a specific plant. Biological
control is an option that has the
greatest promise as a long-term
control for Eurasian water milfoil.
Alhough a biological control for
Eurasian water milfoil has not yet
been approved for use, several
organisms are being tested.
Possibilities include a moth and a
fungus. Biological controls do not
work immediately. Their effect is
often not apparent for months or
even years. Extreme care must be
taken that we do not compound our
nuisance problems by introducing an
organism that would, in turn,
become a problem.
MANAGING EURASIAN HATER MILFOIL
An integrated control plan is
likely to be needed for lakes where
Eurasian water milfoil is well
established. Generally, non -
chemical control is recommended
with de -rooting favored in small
areas. Harvesting is needed in
areas of wide, heavy infestation
and biological control has
potential as a lona-term solution.
You can help by:
1. Stopping the spread of
Eurasian water milfoil. This
can be done by keeping
fragments of the weed from
moving from one lake to
another. Early detection in a
lake is also important --it may
allow eradication before the
weed is well established.
2. Harvesting and de -root
These are often necessary to
keep the lake usable for
recreation. These are
maintenance programs similar
to cutting grass and weed
control in your yard. They
need to be repeated as the
weed grows back. Proper
disposal of the weed is
essential.
3. Chemical application. Limited
use of chemicals may be
required depending on lake
conditions, extent of
infestation and other factors.
It is essential that this be
done under carefully
controlled conditions --or one
risks the substitution of one
problem (weeds) for another
(residual chemical
contamination).
PERMITS FOR WEED CONTROL
The Minnesota Legislature has made
plants growing in public waters
legally the property of the state.
As such, the plants are protected
by regulations administered by the
DNR.
Permits are issued by the DNR for
controlling nuisance aquatic weeds.
Lakeshore property owners can pull
or otherwise non -chemically remove
weeds in small areas without a
permit. Removal of weeds in a
large area or any use of aquatic
herbicides requires a permit.
The DNR does not automatically
grant all requested permits.
Reasons for denial include
proximity of the control area to
valuable fish and wildlife habitat,
protection of human health,
objections of other lakeshore
property owners or lake users, or
protection of valuable natural
areas.
Once the proper permit has been
obtained, a state -licensed
commercial harvester or chemical
applicator may be hired. Lists of
these licensed companies are
available from the DNR. In the
case of chemical application, the
permit holder is required to report
to the DNR the actual size of the
treated area and the specific
chemicals used. These reports make
it possible for the DNR to monitor
total chemicals applied in a
particular lake and in all state
lakes.
The DNR limits the percentage of a
lake's area that can be treated.
Consequently, in cases of severe
infestations, a community approach
such as a lake association,
conservation district, watershed
district or local government is
often the best approach.
The costs of aquatic nuisance
control are the responsibility of
the benefited property owners.
However, Minnesota statute
authorizes cities, villages,
boroughs and towns to levy taxes
for this purpose.
IN CONCLUSION
Lakes are essential elements of
Minnesota's identity, its image and
its lifestyle. Everyone who lives
on, plays on or in, makes decisions
about, teaches about, manages,
invests in, or just plain loves
lakes should be concerned about
this threat to the beauty and
usefulness of our lakes. Once
established, Eurasian water milfoil
is nearly impossible to eradicate,
but it can be managed and its
spread to other lakes can be slowed
if we all act responsibly and work
together.
Prepared by:
Freshwater Foundation
P.O. Box 90
Navarre, MN 55392
(612) 471-8407
In cooperation with:
Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources
Ecological Services Section
500 Lafayette Road
P.O. Box 25
St. Paul, MN 55155-4025
(612) 296-0782
Hennepin Parks
Natural Resources Department
P.O. Box 41320
Plymouth, MN 55441
(612) 559-9000
Lake Minnetonka Conservation
District
402 East Lake Street
Wayzata, MN 55391
(612) 473-7033
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers
Planning Division
St. Paul District
1421 U.S. Post Office
St. Paul, MN 55101-1479
(612) 220-0403
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, July 26, 1989
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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.
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2. ROLL CALL
3.* CONSENT AGENDA
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A. Land Use Guide Plan Map Amendments - Areas 31, 32, 34, and 39
B. Zoning Ordinance Textual Amendments
A. OPUS Corporation/Metacom, Inc. Lot Consolidation/Site
Plan/Variances located southwest of Nathan Lane and 54th Ave. No.
(89024)
A. Welsh Companies. Conditional Use Permit for Retail Services in the
I-1 Zone located at 9600 West 54th Avenue (89053)
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PLYMOUTH SAFETY COMMITTEE
July 19, 1989
PRESENT: Bob Fasching, Gary Pouti, Tom Nelson, Craig Bechthold,
Joel Franz, Eric Leutgers, John Ward, Dan Campbell
Frank Boyles
ALSO PRESENT: Bobbi Leitner, Judy McMillin
I. OLD BUSINESS
A. APPROVAL OF JUNE 28, 1989 MEETING MINUTES
The Committee approved the June 28, 1989 meeting minutes.
B. REPORT ON SAFETY ACTIVITIES
I. Seat belt/harness system for fire engines -- Frank Boyles
reported that because vendors have refused to install seat
belt/harness systems in fire vehicles, the City will proceed to
have the equipment maintenance division install the seat belts/
harnesses in fire vehicles which are to be retained. Frank
stated that vehicle equipment manufacturers will be contacted
and installation started hopefully within a month. A status
report will be provided at the August meeting.
2. Maintenance Equipment Storage Master Planning -- Frank Boyles
reported that the maintenance and storage facility planning
project is on schedule according to Jim Kolstad and Mark
Peterson. Since the June 28 meeting, Steps II and III have been
completed. The steps involved a written projection of equipment
and personnel to be added over the next ten years due to service
additions, revisions and modifications, and an evaluation of
what other communities are doing or have done with respect to
storage and maintenance facility master planning. The next step
will be to begin to draw up a ten-year storage facility master
plan. Progress reports will continue to be provided to the
committee for informational purposes.
3. Accident Reporting/Employee Right to Know Training -- Frank
advised that Taud Hoopingarner had conducted training sessions
with Public Works maintenance employees covering both "Employee
Right to Know" responsibilities and accident reporting
procedures. Training sessions for general City employees are to
be scheduled. Frank stated that a 10 -minute video training tape
for Public Safety employees is being considered.
PLYMOUTH SAFETY COMMITTEE
July 19, 1989
Page 2
4. Prefabricated Trailer for Sign Hauling -- Frank reviewed a
memorandum to Mark Peterson with respect to procedures for
utilization of a prefabricated oversized trailer containing
a display sign. Tom Nelson stated that the other trailers
which had been in storage are to be flunked.
5. Use of Headphones in City Equipment -- Frank advised that a
memorandum had been sent to Public Works supervisors asking
that they remind employees that it is illegal to wear head-
phones while operating city equipment.
6. Use of new City Backhoe -- Frank reviewed the memorandum to
Public Works supervisors on revised operating procedures for
the new Caterpillar backhoe. Frank informed the committee
that a letter had been sent to Caterpillar Tractor informing
the company of the problem with the backhoe's bucket coming
in contact with the retracted outrigger when the vehicle is
being readied to move. Tom Nelson advised that a represen-
tative from Caterpillar had visited the Public Works garage
to evaluate the backhoe. Tom stated he believed that
Caterpillar would be making a modification to the backhoe.
Frank asked Tom to keep him advised of any modification
recommended by Caterpillar.
7. Fire Extinguisher Annual Check and Recharge -- Frank
advised that Taud Hoopingarner has arranged with a
contractor to conduct the annual hydrostatic testing and
recharging of fire extinguishers. The contractor will be
contacting the designated department contacts to arrange for
the inspection.
II. NEW BUSINESS
A. Review of Vehicular Accident -- The committee reviewed one vehicular
accident, determining the accident to be preventable. A report and
recommendation will be forwarded to the City Manager.
B. PFD'S at City Beaches -- The committee reviewed a memorandum from
Taud Hoopingarner concerning the use of personal flotation devices
(PFD's) and supervision of children at city beaches. Frank stated
the City will follow other public agency regulations and ban PFD's
at city beaches. Further, the City will post signs stating
"parental supervision of children required."
The committee inquired if there is a regulation regarding the number
of lifeguards needed per number of swimmers. Frank advised he would
investigate and report back to the committee.
C. Inspection of Water Treatment Plant #2 -- Frank reported that the
three recommendations from the June 15, 1989 loss control survey of
water treatment plant 2 had been completed.
PLYMOUTH SAFETY COMMITTEE
July 19, 1989
Page 3
III. OTHER BUSINESS
Joel Franz inquired about medical coverage for the Hepatitis B
vaccination series, indicating that Med Center would not sign for his
vaccination, rather that it is the City's responsibility for payment
because it is work related. Frank advised he would investigate.
The annual Safety luncheon will be held September 11, 1989.
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 a.m.
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: July 14, 1989
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Blair Tremere, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: APPLICATION FOR HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG) PROGRAM DISCRETIONARY FUNDS
The City Council on June 19, adopted a resolution directing that we apply for
$260,000 that could be used to acquire and clear the Beacon Heights School
site for purposes of developing the land with single family homes for low -to -
moderate income families.
Housing Specialist Milt Dale and I appeared before the Citizens' Advisory
Committee on July 11, 1989 to present the proposal, along with seven other
municipalities and Hennepin County (Housing Rehabilitation Program) who also
were seeking some or all of the currently available $289,844 in the
discretionary account.
We answered some basic questions about the property that had been
preidentified by county staff; we showed slides of the Beacon Heights site as
well as slides of the Glacier Meadows project which we developed with three
homes several years ago.
We fielded several questions from members of the Citizens' Advisory Committee
at the conclusion of the presentation which took approximately 20 minutes.
I was asked by a committee member what supportive financing mechanisms the
City might provide in addition to the Community Development Block Grant funds;
I indicated that if the funds were available to acquire and clear the site, we
(staff) would consider a recommendation for tax increment financing for such
things as the utilities and infrastructure improvements (the theory being that
the land has "0" assessed value at this time, and would be just coming onto
the tax roles). 1 did not commit the City to that but indicated it was a
possible supportive financing mechanism.
James G. Willis
July 14, 1989
Page Two
We were also asked about the use of CDBG
Senior Housing site. I explained that the
developments that had just been proposed.
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funds realized from the sale of the
Council was investigating possible
The county process schedule indicates that the advisory committee would meet
on July 18, to develop a recommendation for the county board which tentatively
is scheduled to hear the funding recommendation on August 3. The county
schedule indicates that possibly by August 8, we would know whether our
request was successful.
Our liaison, Mark Hendrickson, called Milt Dale the next day and told him the
Committee stayed "late" and developed the recommendations to the County Board.
Our request is not included. We should be receiving a letter in that regard
shortly.
I will keep you informed as we receive information from the county regarding
this request.
cc: Milt Dale
HRA Chairman & Commissioners
(pl/bt/jw-7-14:jw)
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: July 19, 1989
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager through Fred G. Moore, Director of
Public Works
FROM: Richard J. Pouliot, Project Coordinator
SUBJECT: HENNEPIN COUNTY FUNDING POLICY
The Recycling Task Force for the Hennepin County Board met for the last time
of this current session on July 17, 1989. At that meeting it was decided to
recommend to the County Board that they continue the current funding policy
through the end of 1989 and for the year 1990. In addition, they recommended
the cities be encouraged to begin collection of plastics at the curb and that
funding for this collection would be able to be included in the eligible funds
for County cost sharing. I will attempt to monitor the County's agenda and if
possible get a copy of the proposed resolution and the date on which the board
will be voting on it.
It was also recommended that the Task Force continue additional meetings in
September and that Recycling Coordinators continue with subcommittee meetings
in order to solidify the long range funding eligibility items as well as to
project a long range funding policy recommendation.
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July 14, 1989
Mr. Kenneth Youngberg
Kenny's Inc.
12 Nathan Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
Dear Mr. Youngberg:
CITY OF
PLYMOUTFF
Enclosed is a copy of Resolution No. 89-349 adopted by the Plymouth City
Council on duly 10. This resolution was adopted following a public hearing to
consider revocation or suspension of your liquor license due to an incident
which occurred at your establishment on dune 6, 1989, relating to the sale of
alcohol to a minor. This was the second liquor law violation to occur at your
establishment.
Please note the three conditions stated in the resolution:
I. That you have no further liquor law violations during the next 12
months; and
2. That you submit a check in the amount of $2,000 payable to the City of
Plymouth by August 10, 1989. The City will then issue checks, each in
the amount of $500, to the four school districts serving Plymouth to
be used in their chemical abuse programs, and
3. That you immediately initiate a written, aggressive identification
carding program shared with your clerks including disciplinary action
for clerk failure to card customers. The written program is to be
submitted to me by August 10, 1989 and will be reviewed by the City
Council.
If these conditions are not met by the dates specified, you will be subject to
a $3,000 penalty and a seven day suspension of your liquor license.
Please call me at 559-2800 extension 204 if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
4LarIe Rauenhorst
City Clerk
cc: Public Safety Director Carlquist
Sergeant Ward
City Council
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the City Council of
the City of Plymouth, Minnesota, was held on the 10th day of July , 1989.
The following members were present: Schneider, Sisk, Vasiliou, Zitur, Ricker
The following members were absent: None
Mayor Schneider introduced the following Resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION 89-349
IMPOSING PENALTY FOR LIQUOR LAW VIOLATION
AGAINST KENNY'S INC.
WHEREAS, the Plymouth City Code provides that any liquor license issued by the City may
be denied, suspended or revoked by the Council for any violation pertaining to the
activity of the license held, and
WHEREAS, Plymouth City Code Section 1005.23 provides that no license may be suspended
or revoked until after a hearing is held; and
WHEREAS, a liquor law violation relating to the sale of liquor to a minor occurred at
Kenny's Inc. on June 6, 1989; and
WHEREAS, this liquor law violation is the second offense at this location, and
WHEREAS, a hearing was held on July 10, 1989, to determine whether the license should
be suspended or revoked.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA,
that a $3,000 penalty is hereby imposed against Kenny's Inc., and that the license is
suspended for seven days. The penalty and suspension are stayed on the following
conditions:
1. That the licensee have no liquor law violations during the next 12 months, and
2. That a check in the amount of $2,000 payable to the City of Plymouth be
received by the City Clerk within 30 days of the passage of this resolution,
which will be donated equally to the four school districts serving Plymouth
to be used for the purpose of chemical abuse prevention, and
3. That Kenny's Inc. immediately initiate a written, aggressive identification
carding program shared with their clerks including disciplinary action for
clerk failure to card customers. The written program is to be submitted to the
City Clerk within 30 days of passage of this resolution for City Council
review.
The motion for adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by
Councilmember Zitur , and upon vote being taken thereon, the
following vote in favor thereof: Schneider, Sisk Ricker, Zitur
The following voted against or abstained: Vasiliou
Whereupon the Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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July 17, 1989
City of Plymouth
ATTN: Eric Blanc
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
HOMEOWNERS' ASSOCIATION INC.
3399 PILGRIM LANE PLYMOUTH, MINN. 55441
SUBJECT: Tiburon Property at
3404 Pilgrim Lane
Ms. Sandi Moscoe, Homeowner
Gentlemen:
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It has been brought to our attention that a severe problem exists regarding noise, trespassing and parking
at the subject property. The Board was apprised of this at our last meeting in June, following which, the
Board investigated the allegations of Ms. Moscoe and agree that a problem, indeed, does exist.
On the evening of June 27 at approximately 9:30 PM the Board observed people leaving the adjacent ball
park. With all manner of gear in hand (chairs, pillows, blankets, coolers, equipment) people, and ball
players with cleated shoes, trespassed across the property, generally high spirited and noisy. People were
observed entering autos parked all along the south side of 34th, as well as the east side of Pilgrim Lane at
least a city block in either direction from 34th.
The Board was informed by Ms. Moscoe that the noise and lights from the ball park area during games is
almost debilitating. This, however, was not observed by the Board since the game was finished.
It is the Board's understanding that the City of Plymouth is committed to providing noise abatement along
the fence of the ball park in the form of bushes with thick foliage. An attempt was evidently made by the
City to accomplish this, but seems to have failed in that what is presently there, are some tired, sad looking,
scrawny Russian Olive trees (I believe that's what they are). Regardless, these are not conducive to
providing the necessary light/noise abatement.
The Board is requesting that measures be taken to provide thicker foliage along the fence of the subject
property.
To alleviate and hopefully prohibit trespassing on the lawn area, the Board is requesting that the City extend
the fencing all the way to the street, thereby trespassers would find themselves in the street anderQ haps
would not then return to the lawn. We also realize that this may not fully stop the trespassing.
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It has been brought to our attention that a severe problem exists regarding noise, trespassing and parking
at the subject property. The Board was apprised of this at our last meeting in June, following which, the
Board investigated the allegations of Ms. Moscoe and agree that a problem, indeed, does exist.
On the evening of June 27 at approximately 9:30 PM the Board observed people leaving the adjacent ball
park. With all manner of gear in hand (chairs, pillows, blankets, coolers, equipment) people, and ball
players with cleated shoes, trespassed across the property, generally high spirited and noisy. People were
observed entering autos parked all along the south side of 34th, as well as the east side of Pilgrim Lane at
least a city block in either direction from 34th.
The Board was informed by Ms. Moscoe that the noise and lights from the ball park area during games is
almost debilitating. This, however, was not observed by the Board since the game was finished.
It is the Board's understanding that the City of Plymouth is committed to providing noise abatement along
the fence of the ball park in the form of bushes with thick foliage. An attempt was evidently made by the
City to accomplish this, but seems to have failed in that what is presently there, are some tired, sad looking,
scrawny Russian Olive trees (I believe that's what they are). Regardless, these are not conducive to
providing the necessary light/noise abatement.
The Board is requesting that measures be taken to provide thicker foliage along the fence of the subject
property.
To alleviate and hopefully prohibit trespassing on the lawn area, the Board is requesting that the City extend
the fencing all the way to the street, thereby trespassers would find themselves in the street anderQ haps
would not then return to the lawn. We also realize that this may not fully stop the trespassing.
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City of Plymouth
July 17, 1989
Page 2
In conjunction with extending the fence, we are requesting that both sides of 34th Avenue be posted with
permanent signs indicating that "parking is for Tiburon residents and guest only - all others will be towed.'
The residents in that particular cluster do not have a parking area and they and/or their guests do have to
park on 34th.
If this were a once -in -a -while problem, it could be tolerated but it is something that happens nightly from
early spring to late fall.
The Board of the Tiburon Homeowners Association respectfully requests your investigation into this
problem. We further request a written response from the City of Plymouth as to progress being made in
alleviating this problem(s).
Thank you.
Sincerely,
TIBURON HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Greta A. Fossum-Johnsen
Secretary
CC: Charles Doll, President
Ms. Sandi Moscoe
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City of Plymouth
July 17, 1989
Page 2
In conjunction with extending the fence, we are requesting that both sides of 34th Avenue be posted with
permanent signs indicating that "parking is for Tiburon residents and guest only - all others will be towed."
The residents in that particular duster do not have a parking area and they and/or their guests do have to
park on 34th.
If this were a once -in -a -while problem, it could be tolerated but it is something that happens nightly from
early spring to late fall.
The Board of the Tiburon Homeowners Association respectfully requests your investigation into this
problem. We further request a written response from the City of Plymouth as to progress being made in
alleviating this problem(s).
Thank you.
Sincerely,
TIBURON HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Greta A. Fossurn- Johnsen
Secretary
CC: Charles Doll, President
Ms. Sandi Moscoe
CITY OF
July 19, 1989 PLYMOUTH+
Ms. Greta A. Fossum-Johnsen
Secretary
Tiburon Homeowners Association
3399 Pilgrim Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Greta:
Eric Blank, Park and Recreation Director, has referred a copy of your
July 17, 1989 letter to me for a response with regard to parking on
public streets. Your letter addressed concerns which the Tiburon
Homeowner's Association has with regard to the activity at the Plymouth
Playfield and as it affects your residents.
In your letter you were requesting that the City post both sides of 34th
Avenue with permanent signs indicating "Parking Is For Tiburon Residents
And Guests Only - All Others Will Be Towed." 34th Avenue and Pilgrim
Lane within this area are public streets. The City cannot designate
that parking on a public street is for only the residents living along
the street. Parking restrictions have to apply to all.motorists.
It would be possible for the City to post these streets with certain
parking restrictions during the evening hours. If these streets were
posted, it would affect all motorists, including those which have a
destination in the Tiburon area. You should discuss this with the Board
and please let me know if you would like the City to consider parking
restrictions within the area which would apply to everyone.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
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cc: Eric Blank, Park and Recreation Director
James G. Willis, City Manager
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
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July 17, 1989 PLYMOUTH+
Bill Duenow
18 Forestview Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
SUBJECT: YOUR LETTER ABOUT THE COMMUNITY CENTER
Dear Mr. Duenow:
Your recent letter expresses two concerns about the community center. In
the first place, it states that the center is unneeded and would needlessly
compete with various sports and health clubs already in the area. Your
second concern was the origin of the funding for the community center.
The purpose of the community center is not to compete with private sports
and health facilities. Those facilities concentrate primarily upon
individuals who are regularly involved in sports or fitness activities. The
Plymouth Community Center, while containing some of the facilities which may
be used by the same individuals, concentrates on a much broader range of
clientele.
The non -competitor will be the common customer at the Plymouth Community
Center. For example, the skating rink, gymnasium and pool are designed for
competition and for those individuals who wish to skate for pleasure, those
who want to participate in a pickup basketball game, and those who swim for
enjoyment. It is intended to be a family and neighborhood oriented place
where residents of our community can gather for a wide variety of reasons
whether athletic, social or ceremonial.
Unlike sport and fitness facilities, it will contain a senior citizen area
so that our seniors might have a place to regularly meet. Congregate dining
will be included. The center will also contain rooms which are badly needed
In Plymouth for recreational programs, craft activities and non-profit
meetings.
You state that Plymouth residents do not want the community center. I am
not sure of the source of your data, but in a scientifically conducted
residental survey in December 1987, over 50 percent of the respondents
stated they favored a community center.
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
Mr. Bill Duenow
July 17, 1989
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Your second question was about the source of funds for the community
center. To respond to that question, I have attached a copy of my Mayor's
Message from the July/August 1989 edition of Plymouth on Parade. I believe
that this article will clarify for you the source of funding.
I, and members of the City Council, continue to believe that the investment
of these funds in a community center, public safety building and in the
reconstruction of infrastructure in our community is a sound financial
Investment in the future of Plymouth. An investment from which existing and
future citizens will benefit. In our mind, this is far more appropriate
than using the funding for a one-time property tax writedown which has no
lasting value.
I hope that I have provided you with a better understanding of the rationale
which the City Council has used in approaching the community center issue.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.
Sincerel ,
4V1r--gil Schneider
Mayor
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Mayor Virgil Schneider
11520 54 th Ave No
Plymouth MN 55447
Dear Mayor Schneider ;
PLYMOUTH RECREATIONAL FACILITY IS NOT A NECESSITY
The looic of benefit for the Plymouth Recreational Facility
is totally i 1 l ogi cal . There are several assumptions made by the
Plymouth Council that are irrational and do not express the
desires of the Plymouth voters.
1. The proposed facility does not fulfill an unmet demand fron
the residents. of Plymouth. There are several very excellent
recreational racquet and swim clubs in Plymouth and in the
immediate surrounding areas. I personally have been a member in
one of the Minnesota's finest clubs for over 15 years. I have no
intention of joining or using a municipal facility which cannot
equate to the level of excellence provided by private sports
clubs. In a world where supply and demand dictate the
construction of facilities, the demand for sports and
recreational facilities_. in Plymouth is not existant. The planned
un -demanded facility is not responsive to the recreational
needs of the citizens of Plymouth.
2. The funds to build the Plymouth facility are promoted as
°free" money --- the taxpayers didn't contribute a penny to the
fund. Only the cost of operation will paid for by the citizens of
Plymouth. This statement by the government of Plymouth should be
re-examined. If the statement is true please inform the
federal government of the United States so they may also have the
benefit of receiving money without levying taxes.
Sincerely.
Bill Duenow
1S Forestview Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
July 17, 1989
Dear Editor:
CITY OF
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FAXED TO POST 7/17/89
Plymouth's 17th annual Music In Plymouth on duly 12 was a picture of
perfection! An estimated 7,000 persons enjoyed this year's festivities.
As always, the credit goes directly to the many contributors, without whom
the program would not take place. Some provided financial support including
many of Plymouth's finest firms. Others provided services such as printing
at little or no cost.
Still others provided their time and expertise. Most notable is the team of
Plymouth Civic League expert volunteers who coordinated all aspects of the
event. The Mosquito Control District did a laudable job at keeping the
critters at bay. Many service organizations assisted in arranging for
entertainment and refreshments.
Mother nature was terrific and the many entertainers performed marvelously.
The fireworks display was a perfect end to the evening. Mike Fairbourne did
a super job at emceeing the event. Last, but not least, Plymouth volunteer
firefighters, police reserves, police officers and maintenance employees did
a fine job of security, traffic control and site preparation and clean up.
Space does not permit proper
Music In Plymouth perfect, I
behalf of the City Council.
Virgil Schneider
Mayor
City of Plymouth
recognition, but to all of you who made this
wish you a heartfelt thanks from myself and on
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
SENT VIA FAX & U.S. MAIL
July 19, 1989
Mr. James Thomson, Attorney
LeFevere, Lefler, O'Brien, Kennedy & Drawz
2000 First Bank Place West
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Dear Jim:
The City Council has requested an opinion from you which can be used as a
procedural guide/legal reference as the Council considers possible amendments
to the Land Use Guide Plan Map.
The role and powers of the City Council with respect to adopting and amending
the Land Use Guide Plan Map should be addressed. Also, the Council has asked
that you advise them on any legal constraints relative to changing the guiding
classification of land, particularly where the owner may not agree with the
recommended change.
One example of concern is where an owner or prospective developer contends a
"loss of value" if the guide plan classification were changed. A related
issue is whether persons, such as prospective developers, who are not fee
owners, have legal standing.
Finally, the Mayor has asked that you address the constraints the Council has
relative to taking further public input at the Council level. The Council
understands that the Public Hearing process prescribed by state law for
Comprehensive Plan adoption and amendment has been satisfied by the Planning
Commission. The Council anticipates that there may be property owners or
interested citizens who wish to speak to the City Council before it takes
action on proposed amendments.
The Council indicated concern with the following: must unlimited time be
allowed to anyone Council agrees to hear at this stage, and if the Council
agrees to hear any one party, are they obligated to hear any and all other
parties on the same or separate issues relative to changes to the Land Use
Guide Plan Map?
The City Council intends to continue its review of the changes recommended by
the Planning Commission at 5:00 p.m. on July 24, prior to the regular Council
meeting. They have planned another meeting, on July 31, at 1:00 p.m. to
continue the review, culminating in a joint session with the Planning
Commission on the evening of July 31.
The Council may have established the date at which they intend to take action
on the changes by then.
I understand that the Council would like to have your advice on the matters
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
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James Thomson
July 19, 1989
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described as soon as possible, so that they can take that information into
account as they plan for the eventual formal action meeting.
Let me know if you have any questions regarding this.
Sincerely,
Blair Tremere
Community Development Director
cc: City Manager James G. Willis
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