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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 10-03-1988CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORAN" November 3, 1988 RECYCLING CASH DRAWING November 3: NO WINNER Next Week: $500 Cash Award UPCOMING NEETINGS AND EVENTS ..... 1. COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, November 7, 7:30 p.m. Regular -City Council meeting in City Council chambers. 2. GENERAL ELECTION -- Tuesday, November 8. Polls open at 7:00 a.m. and close at 8:00 p.m. - Election results will be available on channel 37. 3. ABSENTEE VOTING HOURS -- The City information counter will be open -on Saturday, November 5, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., and Monday evening, November 7, until 7:00 p.m. to accommodate individuals voting absentee. 4. PLANNING COMMISSION -- Wednesday, November 9. Planning Commission Forum at 7:15 p.m., with regular Planning Commission meeting following at 7:30 p.m. Agenda attached. (M-4) 5. PRAC -- Thursdayq November 10, 7:30 p.m. The Park and Recreation gd—visory Commission will meet in the City Council chambers. Agenda attached. (M-5) 6. CITY OFFICES CLOSED --Friday, November 11. Veterans Day. 7. LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE -- Wednesday, November 16, Hotel Sofitel, Bloomington. Attached is a.copy of the agenda and meeting rules for the LMC legislative conference. (M-7) 8. MEETING CALENDARS -- November and December meeting calendars are attached. (M-8) 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM November 3, 1988 Page 2 FOR YOUR INFORMATION.... 1. COUNTY ROAD 9/FERNBROOK SIGNAL -- The contractor, Electric Service Company, advises that work on the temporary signals will begin on Friday, November 4. The signal installation should be completed within two to three weeks, assuming favorable weather conditions. 2. EMPLOYEE SAFETY LUNCHEON -- On Monday, October 31, we conducted our 11th annual Employee Safety Luncheon at the Plymouth Place Hotel. A total of 115 City employees participated in the two luncheons held. Employees who achieved a 10 -year safe driver award (14 employees) received a $100 savings bond. Employees who had attained a 5 -year award (4 employees) received a $50 savings bond. Attached are statistics for vehicular and personal injury accidents in which -City employees have been involved in the last year. Overall, from an accident prevention standpoint, employees are to be congratulated for another excellent year of safe working and driving. (1-2) Also as a separate attachment to this information memo, Is the Plymouth Employee Safety Manual. The manual contains all -safety policies and procedures established over the past eleven years of the Safety Program. 3. MINUTES: a. Planning Commission, October 26, 1988. (1-3) 4. BOND NEWSLETTER -- The Ehlers & Associates monthly newsletter is attached. (1-4) 5. REVISED MAYOR'S AGENDA LETTER - The City Council has revised its practice of allowing ten minutes to hear each side of the Issue. Accordingly, we have revised the Mayor's agenda letter to reflect the fact that the Council is desirous of receiving all public input about each issue during the meeting but asks that each, speaker remain succinct in his/her comments. (1-5) 6. OSSEO SCHOOL DISTRICT OPEN HOUSE -- On Sunday, November 6 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. the Osseo School District will be showing the two new elementary school buildings and additions to Osseo Senior High and North View Junior High. The elementary buildings include Edinbrook Elementary in Brooklyn Park and Fernbrook Elementary In Maple Grove. A copy of the invitation is attached. (1-6) 7. SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES - OPEN HOUSE -- The Senior Community Services have planned an open house for their new offices at the Eisenhower Community Center. A copy of th-e invitation is attached. (1-7) CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION& MEMORANDUM November 3, 1988 Page 3 8. MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION & MAINTENANCE -- Attached is a public information brochure published by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency on the State's new motor vehicle inspection and maintenance program affecting vehicle owners living in the seven -county metropolitan area. Although actual vehicle emission testing will not take place until late 1990 or early 1991, the MPCA is making the public aware about the plans for the program now because of the way the law affects situations in which someone has tampered with the pollution control equipment on cars and trucks. (I- ) 9. CORRESPONDENCE: a. Letters from Bradley Barrman, William and Harriet Ennis, and Bill Kratoska, to Peggy Nestor, Administrator, Wayzata Free Evangelical Free Church, responding to the Church's request for comments on its proposed expansion of parking facilities. (I -9a) b. Letter from Dave Carland, CSM Corporation, to Mayor and City Council, informing that CSM intends to begin transplanting trees within the townhome section of the proposed Bass Lake Hills RPUD prior to final*approval by the City Council. (I -9b) c. Letter to Tad Jude and Dale Clausnitzer from Frank Boyles, regarding a Hennepin County Library for Plymouth. (I -9c) d. Letter to Greg Begin, Cotton Club, Inc., from Laurie Rauenhorst, advising of remaining items to be completed prior to the issuance of an amusement center license. (I -9d) e. Memorandums from Bob Zitur concerning basketball hoops and poles in city right-of-ways, and on his attendance at a Metropolitan Council meeting on changing demographics. (I -9e) f. Letter of recognition to Detective Michael Ridgley friom Dick Calrquist for his professional police work on a criminal sexual conduct investigation. (I -9f) James G. Willis City Manager JGW: jm PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1988 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. 'PUBLIC FORU 7:15 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL 3.* CONSENT AGEND 4.* APPROVAL OF MINUTES October 26, 1988 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Request of Alan Munla for a Final Plat, Conditional Use Permit; and Site Plan with Variances to construct a building of 5,000 square feet for the operation of a Day Care Center located at the southwest corner of Merrimac Lane and Highway 101 (88121) 6. NEW BUSINESS A. Comprehensive Plan 7. OLD BUSINESS NONE 8. ADJOURNMENT 10:00 P.M. Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission November 10, 1988, 7:30 p.m. AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes 3. Visitor Presentations a. Athletic Associations. b. Staff. c. Others. 4. Report on Past Council Action a. Park Name b. Parkers Lake Rental Policy 5. Unfinished Business a. Community Center Study Update b. Parkers Lake Update c. St. Mary's Neighborhood Park Update d. Plymouth Creek Park 1) Master Plan 2) Parking Lot Expansion e. West Medicine Lake Drive Trail f. 6. New Business a. New Plats b. Update of Master Park/Trail Plans - Timeline/Procedures C. d. 7. Commission Presentation 8. Staff Communication 9. Adjournment Next Regular PRAC Meeting Dec. 8 �A-s Discuss the issues... Find out the views of state lawmakers... Adopt legislative policies for cities... at the irc ij q League of Minnesota Cities Policy Adoptio . n Meeting Wednesday, November 16, 1988 Hotel SoriteI9 Minneapolis 8:00 a.m. Registration 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. Tax Increment Financing: Will the Legislature Further Restrict this Critical Development Tool? Senator Ember Reichgott, Member, Senate Taxes and Tax Laws Committee Representative Ann Rest, Vice Chair, House Taxes Committee 10:15 - 10:30 a.m. Break 10:30 - 11:45 a.m. 12:00 - 1:45 p.m. p.m. Property Tax Issues Senator Steve Novak, Chair, Property Taxes and Local Government Aids Division, Senate Taxes and Tax Laws Committee Representative Gordon Voss, Chair, House Taxes Committee Lunch The governor's legislative program for 1989 Governor Rudy Perpich (invited) Tom Triplett, Commissioner of Finance Policy Adoption I � 11 League of Minnesota Cities November 1, 1988 183 University Ave. East St. Paul, MN 55101-2526 (612) 227-5600 (FAX: 221-0986) TO: Mayors, Managers, and Clerks FROM: Donald A. Slater, Executive "c )Q\_1 Nov 3, 1.9 as Oily EFFL YJ"-16YT[J RE: IMC Policy Adoption Meeting -- Rules Governing the Adoption of Policies Attached are the proposed rules for the League of Minnesota Cities, Policy Adoption Meeting on Wednesday, November 16 at the Hotel Sofitel in Bloomington. These rules have governed policy adoption meetings at past Legislative Conferences and Policy Adoption Meetings. The rules will be proposed for adoption as the first order of business during the policy adoption session. Please carefully review Section 5. Special Consideration and Section 8. Number of "All Priorities. Below is a brief summary of these sections. How to Introduce Additional Legislative Policies (Section 5) To introduce a new legislative policy for consideration which has not been recommended by the Legislative Committee or policy committees, two-thirds of the delegates present and voting must approve the addition of the policy to the agenda. If approved, the new policy must be submitted in writing and distributed to the delegates for their consideration. To change a proposed policy's language or to take a position which the appropriate policy committee chair or representative states was considered by the committee, may be placed on the agenda by a vote of the majority of the delegates (see Rule #3 regarding Committee Reports). Substitute policy language must be submitted in writing to the chair prior to debate. Changes in Policy Priorities (Section 8) As in the past, the recommendations from the Legislative Committee include established priorities for each Policy. A city official may propose a change in any priority assigned to a Policy. The rules governing this procedure (Section 8) establish that if a policy is elevated to an "All priority, another policy within that same section must be reduced in priority. This issue has arisen when city officials have desired to create additional "All priorities. The rules attempt to see that only a limited number of "All priorities are ultimately approved simply because the League does not have the resources to work on an unlimited number of "All priorities. �A_-1 Lq10 League of Minnesota Cities 183 University Ave. East St. Paul, MN 55101-2526 (612) 227-5600 (FAX: 221-0986) LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES POLICY ADOPTION MEETING RULES I. Registration. Registration shall remain open from the previously announced opening of conference registration until completion of policy adoption. 2.Voting Privileges Only one delegate per city shall be permitted to vote on policy proposals, priorities, or motions. Each current LMC member city. shall designate one official as delegate (and may select another city official as an alternate) for voting purposes. Only those officials with voting cards for their cities shall be eligible to vote. Possessioh of the voting card of the city and the signed voting card register shall be evidence that the holder of the voting card is the city's delegate for purposes of voting. 3. Committee Reports The chair or vice chair of each committee shall present the committee report and move adoption of the policy statements. Any delegate proposing a change in language or priority shall be allowed two minutes or less to explain the reason for objecting to the policy as presented. If ten or more eligible voting delegates so request, the consideration of a specific policy or priority shall be set aside until after all other committee reports have been presenlEed. (See Section 5 Special Consideration.) Following the adoption of all other committee reports, policies previously set aside for further consideration shall be presented in the order in which they were originally reported. 4. Disputes Disputes regarding eligibility to vote shall be referred to the LMC General Counsel and may be appealed to the conference. Such reports or appeals shall be a special order of business and may be taken up at any time a new question (main motion) is in order. 5. Special Consideration A legislative policy not studied by a Policy committee or referred to the conference by the Legislative Committee shall require a two-thirds vote of delegates present and voting to be placed upon the agenda. If the two-thirds vote is achieved, the policy shall be considered after any policies set aside for further consideration. i Policy Adoption Meeting Rules (cont1d) 5. Special Consideration To change a proposed po * licy's language or to take a Position which the appropriate policy committee chair or representative states was considered by the committee, may be.placed on the agenda by a vote of the majority of the delegates (see Section 3. Committee Reports). The text of non -procedural motions and amendments, other than changes in policy priorities, must be submitted in writing to the chair prior to debate. 6. Limits on Debate Each speaker shall be limited to three minutes on any debatable question. In the case of items delayed for debate, speakers on the same"side shall determine a division of speaking responsibilities and available time,, not to exceed three speakers and nine total minutes of debate per side. The chair may announce an extended debate limit to reasonably hear the issue if numerous delegates request to be heard on the issue. The chair may reduce the time allotted for such debate in order to complete policy adoption, but in no case shall the length of time reduced to less than three minutes per side. 7. Parliamentary Procedure Precedence. The Policy adoption process shall be governed by the LMC Constitution, these rules, and Roberts Rules of Order, Revised. The conference shall be its own judge of these rules and Roberts Rules of Order. Appeal of the Chair. Debate of the motion "appeal of the ruling of the chWl;r", -rule #6 notwithstanding, shall be limited to two minutes by the appealer and two minutes by the chair. Either may designate another eligible voting delegate (or LMC officer or board member) to speak in his/her place. I i", Changes. Motions to "rescind" and "reconsider" shall require a two-thirds vote of delegates present and voting. 8. Number of "All Priorities A motion to change a proposed policys priority to an "All priority must also propose another "All proposed policy, within that same section, to be reduced below an "All priority. The final number of "All priority policies shall not exceed the number proposed to the conference by the Legislative Committee. a co Cl) cis Nt W 00 CN > I cz cz p 2 U c. 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T--( r-.( rq rn PQ z H CIN E-4 PL4 �F— L) C) cl) C p,: 1-4 7: z 0 z z C Z C2 0 ri, pL4 u z C) z CY) p C) C:) P4 P. C) C) u 0 U cn I �o >4 E-4 F-4 L) ON THE JOB ACCIDENT PROFILE 1988 SAFETY PROGRAM July 1, 1987 - June 30, 1988 1988 1987 ACCIDENTS REVIEWED BY SAFETY COMMITTEE: 39 36 Accidents Determined Non -preventable 35 Accidents Determined Preventable 4 TOTAL EMPLOYEE INJURY CLAIMS: 40 41 1. In 1988 there were 40 on-the-job personal injuries, of which 11 were OSHA recordable injuriei.'—(1987 - 36 injuries; 12 recordable injurl—es') 2. The 11 OSHA recordable injuries resulted in 38 lost work days and 25 work rest7ricted activity days. (1987 - 33 lost work days; 23 work restricted -days) 3. Lost time accidents involved: Street - 4; Fire - 2; Police - 1: Sewer & Water - 1; Park Maintenance - 1; Building - 1; Administration - 1 4. Five lost time accidents were the result of shoulder/back-related Injuries. (19-8-7 - 4) 5. One preventable accident resulted in lost work time. 6. Of the four preventable accidents; two occurred when employees failed to use personal protective equipment provided; and two occurred because employees failed to follow proper instruction on how to do the job safely. 7. Medical expenses for on-the-job injuries totalled $2,301 in 1988. (1987 - 8857) 8. Areas of the body injured most often were shoulder/back (8), face/head (8), finger/hand (7), leg/knee (6), and foot (3). 9. Work activities recording more than one injury include: Lifting - 3; Subduing/arresting suspects - 3; fire suppression - 2: aiding accident victims - 2; pruning/trimming activities - 2 10. Work activities involving two or more employees working together recorded three injuries. (1987 - 3) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ACCIDENTS BY DIVISION PUBLIC SAFETY: Full Time Temp._/Seasonal/Voluntary Police 11 Fire 3 PUBLIC WORKS: Streets 7 1 Sewer & Water 3 4 Equipment Center 1 PARK & RECREATION: -Park Maintenance 1 6 Recreation 1 ADMINISTRATION 1 BUILDING 1 I 1988 SAFE DRIVER AWARD PROCRAM VEHICLE ACCIDENT PROFILE =_ Q, 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 TOTAL VEHICULAR ACCIDENTS REVIEWED BY SAFETY COMMITTEE: 21 32 17 19 22 Total Accidents Determined Preventable: 12 10 4 9 12 Total Accidents Determined Non -Preventable: 9 18 13 9 10 Total Accidents Undeterminable: 0 4 0 1 0 -1. Three accidents occurred while backing a city vehicle. All three accidents were determined preventable because vehicle operators failed to take all -possible and appropriate precautionary actions either before or after backing. (1987-6) 1 2. Ten accidents involved collisions with other vehicles. (1987 12) Four of these accidents were considered preventable. (1987 2) 3. Seyen accidents occurred off a designated roadway/highway. Three of which occurred on City park property and two at the Public Works garage. 4. Snow and ice were contributing factors in four accidents. (1987 - 6) 5. Eleven preventable accidents occurred during the day time hours. (1987 - 8) 6. One preventable accident occurred during the evening hours. (1987 - 2) 7. Two accidents involved a police squad protecting an accident scene. (1987 - 1) 8. Six city vehicles were involved while accomplishing Public Safety objectives ('responding to medical emergency, vehicle pursuit, roadblock). (1987 - 4) 9. Preventable accidents involved the following employees: Police -,5: Park Maintenance - 2; Street - 1; Fire - 1; and 3 temporary Recreation 'and Park Maintenance employees. 10. Full time employees in Sewer & Water, Equipment Center, Community Development, Finance, Engineering, and Administration had a record of ZERO preventable accidents. 11. Vehicular accidents resulted in an estimated $8,420 damage to City vehicles. (1987 - $6,166) K Year PS POL Riske, Michael 1 PS POL Oly, Gregory 1 PR EW Kissinger, Donald 1 PS FIFE Robinson, Lyle 1 ADM ADM LaFave, Helen 1 9 FIN ASG Toy, H. Richard 1 CD ELD Mealhouse, Kevin 1 PS POL Sigfrinius, 3ohn 1 PS POL Streachek, Scott 1 PW SO Ficek, Timothy 2 PW SO Herwig, Steve 2 PS POL PhiLl ips, David 2 5 PS FIW HeI)ert, Bill 2 CD ELD KulCzyk, Michael 2 PS FFE Elliott, Dwan 3 CD ELD Kilian, Don 3 PS FRE Sheldon, Rick 3 6 CD ELD Rasmusson, Arnold 3 PS FIFE Scofield, Stan 3 PW STR Koncar, Michael 3 PW ENG Campbell, Ban 4 CD ELD Ryan, 3oe 4 PS POL Bevins, Mark 4 5 PS POL Lindman, Craig 4 PS POL %Wson, David 4 PR RIT King, Bruce 5 PS POL Lazffm, 3ane 5 4 PR PAF?K Patterson, Mary 5 PS POL Oie, Timothy 5 PS POL Herman, Richard 6 PR PMT Wmveer, John 6 PW SO MDrris, Alex 6 6 PW STR Smith, Gary 6 PS POL Wrcnski, Marynia. 6 PW STR Pbuti, Gary 6 CD PLAN CDttir#M, Al 7 PW SO Konop, Gil 7 PW SO Ritter, James 7 PW STR Schmitz, Kenneth 7 7 FIN ACC Hahn, Dale 7 FIN ACC Sulander, Daryl 7 PW STR %nner, Roger 7 SAFE DRIVER AWARD - 1988 Year PR PAFX aLgch, Rick 8 PW ENG 3ohnson, Darrell 8 FIN ASG E�e, Nancy 8 PW BC 3ohnson, Robert 8 9 PR PARI( Blank, Eric 8 PS POL Forslund, Karen 8 PS POL Larson, Theodore 8 PW STR Eccles, 3on 8 PS POL Djerksen, Dale 8 PW BC Pouliot, Dick 9 PW EQC Elzy, Russell 9 FIN ASG Mauderer, Sasan 9 PW SO Cook, Bruce 9 PW EQC Nelson, Thanas 9 PW STR 3hison, David 9 PS POL Carlquist, Richard 9 14 FIN ACC Tufte, John 9 PS POL Larson, John 9 PS POL Ward, John 9 PW STR Hebzynski, Robert 9 PW ENG Sweeney, 3ohn 9 FIN ASG Fbvet, Scott 9 CD PLAN Tremere, Blair 9 PW EQC Kolstad, 3ames 10 PW STR Elan, Alan 10 PS POL Nesbitt, Robert 10 PS POL Anderson, Darrell 10 PS POL Twaddle, Daniel 10 PW ENG Moore, Fred 10 PR RIT Simons, Gordy 10 14 PS PCL Levens, Robert 10 PS POL Stirratt, 3ohn 10 PS PCL Nielsen, Niel 10 PW BC Weidner, Gary 10 AEM ADM Willis, 3ames 10 PS POL Ridgley, Michael 10 PW SO MacDonald, Michael 10 PW SO Willey, Glen 11 PR FMT Ertz, Greg 11 PR EW Peterson, Mark 11 FIN ASG Carroll, Michael 11 PS POL Paulson, Dennis 11 PW EQC Fasching, Robert 11 PS PCL Fblzerland, Larry 11 ADI AD4 Boyles, Frank 11 PS POL Hanvik, William 11 19 PS PCL Foreman, Ronald 11 PW EQC I+yovalti, Rmon 11 CD PLAN Dale, Milt 11 PW ENG Johnson, Ken 11 PW SO Cook, Greg 11 PR PMT 3ewett, Richard 11 PS PCL Dahl, Thomas 11 PS POL Rogers, Lawrence 11 FS FIX Yebaghpanwas 11 TOTAL EMFLOYEES: 1 YEAR 9 2 YEARS 5 3 YEARS 6 4 YEARS 5 5 YEARS 4 6 YEARS 6 7 YEARS 7 8 YEARS 9 9 YEARS 14 10 YEARS 14 11 YEARS 19 TOTAL EMR-OVEES FECOGN= 98 BIPLOYEES IN11IGIELE: Preventable Accidents 7 New Enployees 14 TOTAL FROMM PARTICIPATION 119 1 �14 r M I I, (continued next page) YEAR PR BW Kissinger, Donald 1 PS POL Sykes, Phillip 1 ADI ADM LdFave, Helen 1 PS PCL Sigfrinius, 3ohn 1 —9 PS POL Oly, Gregory 1 PS PCL Stread-�eek, Soott 1 CD ELD Mealhouse, Kevin 1 FIN ASG Toy, Richard 1 PR PMT Suhr, David 1 FIN ACC Ecker, Connie 2 PW SO Fioek, Timothy 2 CD OLD KLdczyk, Michael 2 PS POL Phillips, David 2 —8 FIN ACC Luesse, Debra 2 PS POL Swanson, ONen 2 PR PMT Luetgers, Eric 2 PW ENG MDhr, Sharon 2 PS POL Paulson, Dennis 3 PS POL Larson, John 3 PR PAW Patterson, Mary 3 PS POL Levens, Robert 3 PW EQC Racine, Carolyn 3 PW STR Lehtola, Randolph 3 PR PAW Pederson, Nancy 3 PW SO KonW, Gil 3 CD BLD Rasmusson, Arnold 3 PS POL Larson, Theodore 3 PR EW Peterson, Mark 3 PS POL Oie, Timothy 3 PW ENG Pouliot, Dick 3 ADI ADM Krisko, Valetta 3 PS POL Rogers, Lawrence 3 PW SO MacDonald, Michael 3 CD ELD Ryan, Joe 3 PS POL Laurence, 3ane 3 PS POL Saba, P=ms 3 FIN ASG Kauderer, Susan 3 PW ENG Sweeney, John 3 ADM AM McMillin, a* 3 PS FIFE SDofield, Leland 3 PW ENG Moore, Fred 3 PW STR Schnitz, Kenneth 3 FIN ACC Leitner, Bfti 3 PR RIT Simons, Gordy 3 PR PMT Morris, Alex 3 PS FIRE Robinson, Lyle 3 PS POL *.sbitt, Robert 3 PW STR Pbuti, Cary 3 PS POL Nelson, Mary 3 PW S&W Ritter, 3ames 3 FIN ACC Nelson, Cynthia 3 (continued next page) S*E VUER AWARD - 1988 Page 2 Year POL Stirratt, John 3 EQC Nelson, - RMIS 3 AD4 Reisinger, Sharon 3 POL Lindman, Craig 3 ACC Sulander, Daryl 3 POL Nielsen, Niel 3 PARK Blank, Eric 3 POL, Ridgley, Michael 3 EQC Elzy, Rj-ss 3 PARI( Risch, Rick 3 mr Ertz, Greg 3 PCL Bevins, Mark 3 AOC Evenson, Jan 3 POL Anderson, Darrell 3 POL Forew, Ronald 3 ADM Boyles, Frank 3 POL Franz, Joel 3 SO Cook, Greg 3 EQC Fasching, Robert 3 POL Riske, Michael 3 POL Hanvik, Willian 3 POL Digatono, David 3 ACC Hahn, Bale 3 STR Elan, Alan 3 STR HebzyTiski, Robert 3 ELD Anderson, Patricia 3 STR Johnson, David 3 ASG Carroll, Michael 3 POL Forslund, Karen 3 POL CarlWist, Richard 3 PMT Heitke, Ban 3 SO G)ok, Bn" 3 EQC Kolstad, Janes 3 ENG CaTpbell, Dan 3 SO Viemig, Steve 3 RA Cottimfian, Al 3 POL Holzerland, Larry 3 STR Eccles, Jon 3 ENG Holm, Karen 3 PLM Bale, Milt 3 EQC Hyovalti, Ranm 3 POL Dahl, Mxmw 3 ASG Fbvet, Scott 3 ASG Eye, Nancy 3 ENG Johnson, Darrell 3 POL- Djerksen, Dale 3 POL Rmpson, David 3 PMT 3e%ett, Richard 3 PLM Tremre, Blair 3 POL Heman, Richard 3 POL Ward, John 3 STR Kbncar, Michael 3 EQC Vetsch, Rmias 3 (contbxjed next page) SAFE WOR1ER AWAR[) - 1988 Page 3 Year Pw ENG 36�nson, Robert 3 FIN ACC Tufte, 3ohn 3 PW ENG 3ot�nson, Ken 3 CD ELD Ward, Tarny 3 CD ELD Kilian, Don 3 PW ENG Weidner, Cary 3 PR PMT "I Bhm 3 PS POL Twaddle, Daniel 3 PR R4T ftmr, 3ohn 3 FIN ACC Wendand, 3an 3 PW S&V Willey, Glen 3 PW STR Wffmr, Roger 3 PS POL Way, Robin Luke 3 AEM ADM Willis, 3anes 3 PS POL Wronsid, Marynia 3 TOTAL BIPLOYEES ONE YEAR 9 TOTAL EMPLOYEES T%O YEARS = 8 TOTAL EMPLOYEES THREE YEARS = 101 TOTAL HIPLOYEES RECOGNI� 118 EMPLOYEES DELIGBI-E: Preventable Accidents 2 New Enployees 20 TOTAL PROGRAM PARTICIPATION: 140 CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES OCTOBER 26, 1988 The Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was called to order at 7:30 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Pauba, Commissioners Marofsky, Wire, Stulberg, Zylla, Plufka, and Tierney MEMBERS ABSENT: None STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Coordinator Chuck Dillerud, City Engineer Chet Harrison, and Planning Secretary Jackie Watson *MINUTES MOTION by Chairman Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Plufka, to approve the Minutes for October 12, 1988, Planning Commission Meeting with the following changes and corrections: On Page 250, Paragraph 2, Commissioner Marofsky said he voted in favor of the motion and to add his comments that "the new lot will exceed the size of the old platted lot prior to vacation of the old roadway; will give access where there was not access before for the second lot; and it was an older area with smaller lots and it was not practical to bring the lot up to the R-1 standard. On Page 248, Paragraph 3, Item 3, Commissioner Zylla stated that reference to brick material should be deleted. Vote. 7 Ayes. MOTION carried Chairman Pauba introduced the request of Graham Development/CSM Corporation for a RPUD Preliminary Plat, Rezoning and Conditional Use Permit,"Bass Lake Hills" located southeast of I- 494 and County Road 47 (88060). MOTION TO \ -3 APPROVE VOTE - MOTION CARRIED BASS LAKE HILLS (88060) -T�-3 Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 252 Coordinator Dillerud presented the Staff Report indicating that there would be 18 less Units than previously approved, with the reduction in the townhouse area. On Page 2 of the Staf f Report some changes have been made. Change the date of the petitioners letter to August 10, 1988. The Pineview Lane realignment is done, and the Bonus Points should be 3 in paragraph b. Coordinator Dillerud suggested change in Condition #13, The phrase "occupancy permits" should replace "building permits." Commissioner Marofsky questioned the private open spaces being called out -lots. He also asked whether the townhouse plan will be reviewed by the Planning Commission. Coordinator Dillerud said the Preliminary Plan would be presented tonight, and will appear later in more detail with the Final Plan. Commissioner Zylla questioned the private open space and townhouse area. Coordinator Dillerud said access is a concern but not the size of the area. Chairman Pauba introduced Mike Gair, 2021 East Hennepin, Minneapolis, representing Bass Lake Hills. He presented the plan for the developer using board drawings and slides. He showed similar sites done by Graham/CSM where care was taken to protect the environment. Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing. Tina Heikkinen, 5520 Sycamore Lane, Plymouth, questioned the price of homes in the development, and who is responsible for the landscaping on County Road 61. Her concern is that the homes are of equal value to existing homes. She had missed the earlier discussion. Commissioner Plufka said that the Tree Preservation Ordinance would be adhered to. Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 253 Commissioner Plufka mentioned that the plans are preliminary. Chet Harrison, City Engineer, said that once the plans are approved for County Road 61 work would proceed under City contract. Nancy Stevens, 5725 Rosewood Lane, Plymouth, questioned when the west side of County Road 61 would be developed and the zoning. Chairman Pauba stated that the zoning will remain as originally zoned. Commissioner Plufka explained zoning is consistent with land use. Nancy Stevens questioned if the planned road allowed space for a bike trail on the east side of County Road 61. Mike Gair said there would be a trail. Stevens also expressed her opinion on the worthlessness of existing open space in Bass Lake Heights. It is not useable or functional. Chairman Pauba expressed his feelings that he is not proud of the open space in the Bass Lake Heights area. He also stated that undeveloped open space is important, can be passive, and allows more privacy rather than looking out into your neighbor's yard. Ms. Stevens was concerned about the size of the 2.1 acres of open space in the development. Mr. Gair stated that City staff has directed him to find a means to move people to the open area. Steve McNattin, 12625 -58th Ave. N.., Plymouth, questioned the completion date of the three areas. Mr. Gair stated the order would be 1) Pineview Lane, single family development, as soon as possible, 2) Townhomes off County Road 47 next, estimated completion -May 1989, 3) Southern portion depending on the County Road 61 construction schedule. Mr. McNattin also was concerned about the water pressure in the area, and the traffic that will be directed onto County Roads 10, 47 and Pineview Lane. He also stated that the multi- family homes were too close together and that he didn't feel it was good to have single family Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 254 and multi -family units felt good because the retail shopping center. together. He did say he development was not a Chairman Pauba mentioned that the multi -family development is less dense than allowable under the Guide Plan. McNattin stated he disliked the design of the transition area but the reduced density looks better. Commissioner Plufka suggested the petitioner rethink the buffer area. City Engineer Chet Harrison discussed the water pressure problems and the rerouting of traffic during development. Ron McClurg, 5615 Sycamore Lane, Plymouth, questioned the timing of the development until roads are improved along the southern part. City Engineer Chet Harrison discussed road completion. Mike Gair said traffic will not be through Bass Lake Heights. Coordinator Dillerud stated that if the application was approved tonight it would go to the City Council on November 7. Chairman Pauba closed the Public Hearing. MOTION to approve by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Stulberg after noting correction in Condition #13 from "building permits" to "occupancy permits." Mike Gair requested a clarification on Item #12 regarding the 15 foot setback. MOTION TO APPROVE MOTION by Commissioner Marofsky, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND Chairman Pauba to add the following language to Condition #12: "except along Pineview, County Road 47 and County Road 61 where setback shall be 50 feet." Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 255 MOTION by Commissioner Marofsky, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND Commissioner Plufka to add the Words "or bonded" to Condition #13 after the sentence "The approved improvements and equipment shall be installed prior to issuance of occupancy permits for homes on the adjacent lots." Vote. 2 ayes. Commissioners Stulberg, Tierney, VOTE - MOTION FAILED Plufka, Zylla and Chairman Pauba nays. MOTION failed. MOTION by Commissioner Marofsky, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND Commissioner Plufka for Condition #16 to read "Lots to be held for private or public open space shall be designated as outlots. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED MOTION by Commissioner Marofsky, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND Commissioner Plufka for Condition #17 that "Access to lots 1, 2 and 3 Block 6 shall be by a single driveway and appropriate easement documents shall be approved by the City Attorney and filed. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED MOTION by Commissioner Marofsky, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND Commissioner Plufka that plans provide for the construction of a 5 foot concrete walkway adjacent to all public interior streets, as proposed by the developer as Amendment #18. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION carried. 140TION by Commissioner Marofsky for Condition #19 that No approval shall be implied with respect to the layout of the townhouse site at this point in time. No second. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED MOTION TO AMEND MOTION DIES FOR LACK OF A SECOND ---7- -,`� Planning Commission Meeting October 26, 1988 Page 256 MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND Commissioner Zylla to amend condition #12 to read "side yard setback should be a total of at least 15 feet; 10 on the living side and 5 feet on the garage side. Vote. 6 ayes. Commissioner Marofsky nay. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED MOTION carried. MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND Commissioner Stulberg to add Condition #19 to double the transition to the site to the south with trees to 15 feet on center with the Final Plat. Vote. 6 ayes. Commissioner Marofsky abstained. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Roll Call Vote on Main Motion as amended. MOTION TO APPROVE Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED A 5 minute recess was declared by Chairman Pauba. Chairman Pauba introduced the request of David PLYMOUTH MEADOWS (88112) Dahl, Preliminary Plat, Rezoning, Variance and Conditional Use Permit for "Plymouth Meadows" at 16925 County. Road 24 (88112). An overview of the staff report of October 19, 1988, was presented by Coordinator Chuck Dillerud. Chairman Pauba introduced David Dahl, 4255 Kingsview Lane, Plymouth who discussed the problem of wet basements and improved drainage. Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing. John Weyland, 17000 - 32nd Avenue North, Plymouth suggested the homes would have to be split levels because of the elevation. He questioned the design for drainage. Discussion followed concerning drainage. Planning Committee Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 257 Lucille Wilmot, 3165 Fountain Lane, Plymouth lives down wind from the location and expressed her opposition to animals on the property. She did not approve of their freedom to wander on the property. She also expressed her concern over the drainage in the area and the hope that the run-off would not be increased. Jim Meckey, 17020 - 32nd Ave. N., Plymouth expressed his concern that the pond to be filled is on his property, he doesn't want a crater left in his yard or additional water problems. Discussion followed concerning drainage. William Brecht, 17040 - 32nd Ave. N., Plymouth, expressed his desire to see the pond dried up. Jim Kane, 3315 Fountain Lane, Plymouth, expressed his concern on the current drainage, gutters, maintenance of the road, and the landscaping of the boulevard on proposed Garland Lane. Public hearing closed by Chairman Pauba. MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by MOTION TO APPROVE Commissioner Plufka to approve the Preliminary Plat, Rezoning, and Subdivision Design Variance subject to the conditions of the Staff Report. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION CARRIED. VOTE MOTION CARRIED MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by MOTION TO APPROVE Commissioner Plufka to approve the Conditional Use Permit to allow the keeping of animals subject to the conditions of the Staff Report. Vote. 6 ayes. Commissioner Marofsky nay. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED MOTION carried. Commissioner Marofsky questioned whether the animals would be fenced. MOTION by Marofsky that animals be fenced. No MOTION DIES FOR LACK OF second. A SECOND 7=- �� Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 258 Chairman Pauba introduced the request of Michael MICHAEL & CYNTHIA and Cynthia Amundson for a Conditional Use AMUNDSON (88122) Permit to Amend the RPUD of "Bass Lake Heights" for Deck Set Back at 5630 Sycamore Lane (88122). The Staff Report was waived by Chairman Pauba and he called upon Michael Amundson for any comments. Michael Amundson discussed the proposal to build a deck to be used to exit from existing patio doors. He discussed the different options he has. The Public Hearing was opened by Chairman Pauba. There was no one present to speak on this item. Chairman Pauba closed the Public Hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by MOTION TO APPROVE Commissioner Wire to approve the Conditional Use Permit upon the conditions of the Staff Report. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION CARRIED. VOTE MOTION CARRIED Chairman Pauba introduced the request of James JAMES PARKER (88123) Parker for a Preliminary Plat with variances for the 2 Lot "Lehn Addition" located at 4945 Zachary Lane (88123). James Parker was not present but was represented by Mr. Johnston. The Public Hearing was opened by Chairman Pauba. There was no one present to speak on this item. The Public Hearing was closed by Chairman Pauba. City Engineer Chet Harrison described the location of the driveway to Zachary Lane for the new home. MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by MOTION TO APPROVE Commissioner Stulberg that the request of James Parker for a Preliminary Plat with variances for the 2 Lot "Lehn Addition" be approved. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION CARRIED. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 259 Chairman Pauba introduced the request of Hillsborough Manor Inc. for a revised RPUD Preliminary Plat/Plan and Conditional Use Permit - for "Boulder Ridge" located at the southeast corner of County Road 10 and Zachary Lane (88124). Reading of the Staff Report was waived by Chairman Pauba. Coordinator Dillerud mentioned that the plan as depicted does not depict the wetland trail system and this would have to be included to be consistent with the overall plan. Chairman Pauba introduced Mr. Greg Frank. Mr. Frank indicated that Mr. Krudzik and Mr. Peterson were also present. Mr. Frank described the overaTl project. Two exceptions to the Staff Report were addressed: 1.) The developer required the set -back variance from 35 feet to 20 feet in interior streets, 2.) the developer felt that proposed private recreation amenities were suficient. Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing. There was no one to speak on this item. Chairman Pauba closed the Public Hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Wire to approve the request subject to the 22 conditions, making a change in Condition #9 to, show the setback on the internal streets to be 20 feet rather than 35 feet; BOULDER RIDGE (88124) MOTION TO APPROVE MOTION by Commisioner Stulberg, seconded by MOTION TO AMEND Commissioner Marofsky to add a Condition 23 providing for the continuation of the Trail system around the wetland area, consistent with the original Harrison Hills plan. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION approved. MOTION BY Commissioner Marofsky to amend Condition #9 to 25 feet. No second. VOTE - MOTION APPROVED MOTION TO AMEND - DIES FOR LACK OF SECOND Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 260 Roll Call vote on Main Motion as amended. 7 ayes. MOTION CARRIED. Chairman Pauba introduced the request of Donald and Sarah Colpitts for a Conditional Use Permit for Beauty Salon Home Occupation at 2255 North Highway 101 (88125). Chairman Pauba waived the Staff Report. Donald Colpitts discussed his plan with photos showing visibility to the highway from the driveway . Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing. There was no one to speak on this item. Chairman Pauba closed the Public Hearing. MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Tierney to recommend approval of the request with the conditions of the Staff Report. Vote to approve. 7 ayes. MOTION Carried. Chairman Pauba introduced the request of David Parker for a Conditional Use Permit to amend the RPUD Plan of "Steeplechase" for Deck Set Back at 2115 Archer Lane (88126). Chairman Pauba waived reading of the Staff Report. Mr. Parker noted two corrections in the Staff Report: 1.) the deck was to be 8 feet wide, not 10 feet, 2.) the adjoining garage is to the south, not north. Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing. There was no one to speak on the item. Chairman Pauba closed the Public Hearing. MOTION made by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Plufka to recommend approval of the setback change for the deck subject to the conditions of the Staff Report and the changes noted. MOTION CARRIED DONALD & SARAH COLPITTS (88125) MOTION TO APPROVE VOTE - MOTION CARRIED STEEPLECHASE (88126) MOTION TO APPROVE Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 261 Vote. 4 ayes. Chairman Pauba, Commissioners Stulberg, Marofsky voted nay. MOTION carried. Wi - VOTE - MOTION CARRiED"' Chairman Pauba introduced the request of Gary GARY & DENISE SOLARZ and Denise Solarz for a Conditional Use Permit (88129) to amend the RPUD Plan of "Zachary Hills" for chimney construction at 4880 Cottonwood Lane (88129). Reading of the Staff Report was waived by Chairman Pauba. Chairman Pauba asked Gary Solarz if he had anything to say. Mr. Solarz stated this was the only wall for the chimney, it would be made of brick; and would enhance the property and neighborhood. Chairman Pauba opened the Public Hearing. There was no one to speak on the item. The Public Hearing was closed. MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Wire to recommend approval of the application to construct the fireplace with encroachment of 22 inches into the 10 foot sideyard setback subject to the conditions of the Staff Report. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION carried. Chairman Pauba introduced the request by Superior Ford, Inc./Ben Stroh for a Conditional Use Permit and Site Plan to Enlarge and Redesign Vehicle Parking and Storage Areas - No New Structures Proposed (88130). Chairman Pauba waived reading of the Staff Report. Chairman Pauba introduced Ken Nordby. Mr. Nordby stated that he agreed with the Staff Report. Chairman Pauba made the comment that he wished the garage doors did not face County Road 10. MOTION TO APPROVE VOTE - MOTION CARRIED SUPERIOR FORD (88130) Planning Commission Minutes October 26, 1988 Page 262 MOTION made by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded MOTION TO APPROVE by Commissioner Wire to recommend approval of the application for the Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for increased car storage. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION carried. New Business Chairman Pauba introduced the request by Trammel Crow for Site Plan for office/warehouse building at the end of 10th Avenue North east of Xenium Lane (88131). Chairman Pauba waived reading of the Staff Report. Chairman Pauba introduced John Griffith and Linda Fisher of Trammel Crow. Linda Fisher requested one correction to the Staff Report on Page 2, Item #4. The height of the building should be 29 feet not 24 feet. They stated that they concur with the Staff Report. John Griffith discussed the proposed plan. MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Chairman Pauba to recommend approval of the Site Plan subject to the conditions of the Staff Report. Vote. 7 ayes. MOTION carried. The Coordinator stated that materials were ready for a meeting of thLs Church Sub -committee. He also indicated that review of the Comprehensive Plan would begin at the November 9 meeting. Meeting adjourned at 11:45 p.m. -7 7-3 VOTE - MOTION CARRIED TRAMMEL CROW (88131) MOTION TO APPROVE VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Men And ftsociates, Inc. LEADERS IN PUBLIC FINANCE OFFICES IN MIN� . EAPOLIS:�A-N.D',WAUK . 1. -;- NOV 2 November, 1988 INTEREST RATE UPDATE =\- L4 ki Y I __ �141i&l .4il A I N T H L Y A - 507 Marquette Avenue - Minneapolis, MN 55402-1255 - 612-339-8291 VOLUME 33, NUMBER 5 FILE: Financial Specialists: Ehlers and Associates, Inc. Please distribute to governing body members Tax-exempt interest rates (BBI) have not come down significantly, but have improved greatly compared to taxable rates. The October 7th BBI was at 7.53% compared with 20 -year U.S. Government obligation yields of 9.18%, or the BBI was 82.0% of U.S. Government Obligations. At the end of May, the comparison was 7.96% versus 9.35%, or the BBI was 84.8% of U.S. obligations. Tax-exempt bonds are becoming more efficient. EFFICIENCY OF TAX-EXEMPT BONDS Credit Markets, a trade paper, published my essay arguing for increasing the efficiency (lowering interest rates) of tax-exempt bonds by limiting their use and by clarifying the tax laws. In response a top researcher of a large bond underwriting firm argued that tax exemption is not an efficient "subsidy". Now we find in September the same firm described how the reduced volume of municipal bonds has dramatically increased the efficiency of tax exemption. Recently I spent a week in Tokyo which I last visited in 1945-46 when the City was ashes. Today it is mile on mile of office buildings. factories and 12.5 million people. Japanese corporations can borrow money at 6%. while the government sells at 5%. They truly have done an amazing job. Robert L. Ehlers BUILDING BETTER COMMUNITIES With the drought. you might think rural communities would hesitate to take on school bond issues. In mid-October several of Ehlers and Associates' clients had substantial school bond issues up for election. These times require local communities to compete in the local, state and world economies. It makes sense to undertake building programs in slower times. Prices are lower; quality is better; interest rates are lower; and local employment and the local economy receive a boost at a critical time. Repayment occurs later when, hopefully, conditions will have improved. FISCAL CONSULTING -- SALES VS. SERVICE A consulting firm cannot afford to support both a large sales force and provide superior service after being hired. Ehlers and Associates, Inc. does not maintain an expensive sales force, therefore, you may not see much of us before you interview fiscal consultants. But you see us when it counts -- in planning and helping you present the financing to constituents. Our clients tell us that it is reassuring to work with the account executive that they interviewed for the project. Carolyn Drude �=-L� OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOW INCOME HOUSING Federal support for low income housing has been reduced, but the Tax Reform Act of 1986 provided an innovative and seemingly generous three-year program of tax credits for owners and investors. In 1987 the credit was 4% for acquisition; 9% for rehabilitation and new construction, but only 4% if a project used other federal subsidies or tax-exempt financing. Credits in 198B and 1989 are based on a monthly prevailing interest rate formula that calculates present value credits of either 30% or 70% of qualified development costs over ten years. Low income families and the community benefit when the owners, whether profit or non-profit, sell tax credits to limited partners who contribute equity, which reduces the amount of other financing, adds to the income stream, reduces the rent, and makes local projects feasible. Twenty percent of a project's units must be occupied by households with incomes under 50% of area median income, or 40% of the units must be occupied by households with incomes under 60% of area median income. The gross rent including utilities must not exceed 30% of the maximum income level for the particular size of household. If you have any questions on how this may work in your community, please give us a call. Michael Grossman 3654g LA S U M M A R Y 0 F A R E A 8 0 N D S A L E S BGnd�� Net .Buyer , Municipality Date Type of Bonds Amount Maturity Rate -Index,� Iowa West Des Moines 08/01/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 2,OOOM 1989-2000 6.16% 1.17% Aa Coon Rapids 08/15/88 Electric Revenue Bonds 1,125M 1989-1999 7.35T ':7.83% Baal Red Oak 06/15/88 G.O. Bonds 600M 1990-1998 7.00% 7.83% MR Red Oak 08/15/88 Sewer Revenue Bonds 310M 1989-1"9 7.24% 7.83% NR Black Hawk County 06/16/88 G.O. Purpose Bonds 3,865M 1990-1999 7.03% 7.83% Al Des Moines Community 06/16/88 New Job Training Certificates 2,640M 1990-1998 7.36% -7.83% Aa College Elkader 08/22/88 G.O. Purpose Bonds 450M 1990-2004 1.38% 1.85% NR Clive 08/25/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 1,850M 1990-1999 6.90% 7.85% Al Des Moines 09/07/88 Water Revenue Bonds 11,100M 1990-2006 7.23% 7.16% Aa/M Waverly 09/19/88 Water Revenue Bonds I.00OM 1990-2006 7.54% 7.59% A Cedar Falls 09/26/88 Sewer Revenue Bonds 1,300M 1989-2002 7.09% 7.62% A Waterloo 09/28/88 Sewer Revenue Bonds, A 2,245M 1992-20013 7.46% 1.62% Baal Waterloo 09/28/8B Sewer Revenue Bonds, B 1,180M 1990-2000 7.28% 7.62% Baal Minnesota Plymouth 08/01/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 3,950M 1991-1995 6.43% 7.76% Aa Plymouth 08/01/88 G.O. Tax Increment Bonds 1.025M 1991-1996 6.50% 7.76% Aa Austin 08/01/88 Taxable G.O. Tax Increment Bonds 995M 1991-2008 9.81% 1.76% Al Austin 08/01/88 Taxable G.O. Development Bonds 1,100M 1"1-2007 9.81% 7.76% Al North Mankato O6/Ol/8B G.0 Tax Increment Bonds 855M 1991-1998 6.73% 7.16% A Golden Valley 08/02/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 610M 1990-1999 6.64% 7.76% Aa Golden Valley 08/02/88 G.O. Equip. Certs. of Indebt. 330M 1990-1992 6.19% 7.76% Aa Detroit Lakes 08/02/88 Taxable G.O. Tax Increment Bonds 560M 1991-2004 9.74% 1.16% A Warroad 06/03/88 Electric Revenue Bonds 400M 1992-1996 7.14% 1.76% MR Lexington 08/04/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 260M 1990-1999 7.00% 7.76% Baa Lake County 08/04/88 G.O. Revenue Environmental 1,130M 1991-2009 1.65% 7.1% Baal Learning Center Bonds Maplewood 06/04/8B G.O. Improvement Bonds 4,160M 1989-2008 1.12% 7.16% A]/M- I.S.D. #204 08/08/88 G.O. School Building Bonds 3,870M 1992-2009 1.56% 7.69% Baal (Kasson-Mantorville) I.S.D. #511 06/08/88 G.O. Aid Antic. Certs. 325M 1989 6.16% 1.69% NR (Adrian) I.S.O. #51 (Foley) 08/09/88 G.O. School Building Bonds 4.985M 1992-2010 7.47% 7.69% Baal Morris 08/09/88 G:O. Improvement Bonds 250M 1990-2001 7.12% 1.69% Baal Woodbury 08/10/88 G.O. Municipal Building Bonds 2,915M 1991-2004 7.20% 7.69% A Woodbury 08/10/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 4,300M 1990--1997 6.55% 7.69% A Marshall 08/15/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 405M 1990-1997 6.67% 7.83% A St. Cloud 08/15/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 125M 1990-1999 6.85% 7.83% A] St. Cloud 08/15/88 laxable G.O. Tax Increment Bonds 1,420M 1990-2006 10.11% 1.83% A] St. Cloud 08/15/88 G.O. Tax Increment Bonds 1,445M 1"1-1999 6.85% 7.83% A] St. Cloud 08/15/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 1,615M 1991-2010 7.29% 1.83% Al Belle Plaine 08/15/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 305M 1990-2004 7.38% 7.83% Baa Shakopee 08/16/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 1,100M 1990-2000 6.89% 1.83% A Lindstrom 06/18/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 305M 1990-1999 1.04% 1.83% Baal Hugo 08/22/68 G.O. Improvement Bonds 1,055M 1991-2005 7.40% 7.85% Baal Chisago County 06/23/88 G.O. Grant Anticipation Bonds 300M 1990 6.53% 1.85% NR St. Charles 08/23/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 255M 1990-1999 7.01% 7.85% Baal Pine Island 08123/88 Taxable G.O. Tax Increment Bonds 220M 1992-2005 10.46% 7.85% Baal Kenyon 08/29/88 G.O. Bonds 160M 1990-19" 7.10% 1.80% NR Olivia 08/29/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 1,025M 1990-2004 7.27% 7.80% Baal Cottage Grove 08/30/88 G.O. Iffprovement Bonds 2,125M 1991-1994 6.45% 7.80% A North Dakota Mi not 08/01/8 8 G.O. Highway Construction Bonds 1,910M 1989-2008 7.48% Bond S/D # I (Grand Forks) ' 08/16/88 G.O. School Building Bonds 4,725M 1989-2006 7.39% Net Buyer 09/06/88 Municipality Date Type of Bond2 Amount Maturill Rate Index RAIIER Nisswa 08/31/88 G.O. Wastewater Treatment Bonds 3,355M 1991 6.74% 1.80% NR Walker 09/06/88 Loan Anticipation Notes 1,390M 1990 6.45% 7.76% NR Litchfield 09/06/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 500M 1990-1999 6.18% 1.76% A Litchfield 09/06/88 G.O. Disposal System 350M 1990-1999 6.82% 1.16% A Mountain Iron 09/06/88 G.O. Refunding Improvement Bonds 400M 1992-1998 7.29% 7.76% NR Sauk Centre 09/07/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 460M 1990-1999 6.92% 1.76% Baa Carver 09/12/88 G.O. Grant Anticipation Bonds 235M 1989 6.12% 7.61% NR Carver 09/12/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 425M 1990-2009 7.54% 7.61% NR Little Falls 09/12/88 G.O. Refunding Bonds 2,810M 1990-2004 7.11% 7.67% Baa I.S.O. #544 09/12/88 G.O. Aid Antic. School Certificates 1,150M 1989 6.18% 7.67% NR (Fergus Falls) Richfield 09/12/88 G.O. Ref. Redevelopment Bonds 3,215M 1994-1999 6.75% 7.61% Aa Richfield 09/12/88 G.O. Ref. Improvement Bonds 4,465M 1993-2004 6.91% 7.67% Aa Faeibault 09/13/88 G.O. Sewer Revenue Bonds 1,645M 1991-2002 7.37% 7.67% A Faribault County 09/13/88 G.O. Grant Anticipation Bonds 1,215M 1990 6.38% 7.67% MR T.S.O. #682 (Roseau) 09/13/88 G.O. Aid Anticipation Certificates 1,215M 1989 6.37% 7.67% NR Wadena & Ottertail Co. 09/13/88 Taxable G.O. Development Bonds 270M 1990-1999 9.56% 7.67% Baa Brainerd 09/14/88 G.O. Equipment Certs. of Indebt. 285m 1990-1993 6.35% 7.61% A Forest Lake 09/14/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 550M 1989-1998 6.85% 7.67% NR Madison 09/14/88 G.O. Sewer Revenue Bonds 400M 1990-2004 1.18% 7.67% Baal Chanhassen 09/15/BB Taxable G.O. Tix Increment Bonds 1,115m 1991-2000 9.45% 7.61% Aaa/AAA Chanhassen 09/15/88 G.O. Bonds 1,200M 1989-2003 7.05% 1.67% Aaa/AAA Eagan 09/19/88 G.O. ImprovEmnt Bonds 13,400M 1990-2004 6.88% 7.59% A]/A+ Eagan 09/19/88 G.O. Fire Facilities Bonds 1,850M 1990-2004 1.08% 7.59% A I /A* Ely 09/20/88 G.O. Tax Increment 225m 1991-2005 7.96% 1.59% NR Becker 09/20/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 300M 1990-1998 6.77% 1.59% A Rosemount 09/20/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 2,150M 1990-1999 6.11% 7.59% A West St. Paul 09/26/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 2,485M 1990-2006 7.03% 7.62% Al Wyoming - 09/26/88 G. 0. Imorovement Bonds 275M 1991-2010 7.51% 7.62% Baa Sauk Rapids 09/26/88 ' GO. improvement Bonds 385M 1990-1999 6.15% 1.62% A Dakota County 09/27/88 G.O. Capital Notes 1,500M 1989 6.06% 7.62% A]/SPI+. White Bear Lake 09/27/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 1,650M 1990-2000 6.77% 7.62% A Staples 09/27/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 110M 1990-1999 6.93% 7.62% NR Wisconsin Eau Cldire County 08/01/88 G.O. Promissory Notes 3,120M 1990-1995 6.82% 1.16% Aa Eau Claire County 08/01/88 G.O. Promissory Notes 1,680 1990-1998 6.90% 7.76% Aa Outagamie County 08/09/88 G.O. Improvement Bonds 18,000M 1990-2007 7.23% 7.69% A] Ashland 08/09/88 G.O. Refunding Bonds 2,150M 1989-1999 6.89% 1.697, A Ashland 08/09/88 G.O. Refunding Bonds 1,600M 1989-2001 7.11% 7.69% A Shell Lake WED) 08/15/88 Tax Anticipation Promissory Notes 1,245M 1989 6.47% 7.83% NR Beloit 08/15/88 G.O. Promissory Notes 1,250M 1989-1998 6.88% 7.83% A LaCrosse (VIAE) 06/16/88 G.O. Promissory Notes 1,100M 1989-1998 6. 88% 7.83% Aa Lodi 08/22/88 G.O. Refunding Bonds 660M 1989-2003 7.71% 1.85% NR Pewaukee 08/30/88 G.O. Promissory Notes 415M 1989-1998 7.03% 1.80% NR South Milwaukee 09/06/88 G.O. Promissory Notes 2,750M 1989-1998 6.85% 7.76% A New Berlin S/D 09/26/8B Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes 7,400M 1988 6.258% 7.16% NR Madison 09/27/88 G.O. Promissory Notes 5,500M 1989-1998 6.58% 1.62% Aaa Weston 09/28/88 G.0 Promissory Notes 1,300m 1989-1998 6.99% 7.62% Baal Weston 09/28/88 Water Utility Revenue Bonds 4,475 1990-2008 7.74% 7.62% NR Onalaska 09/29/88 G.O. Refunding Bonds 3,135M 1989-2003 7.06% 7.62% Aaa/AAA Onalaska 09/29/88 G.O. Library Bonds 1,050M 1989-2008 7.57% 7.62% aaa North Dakota Mi not 08/01/8 8 G.O. Highway Construction Bonds 1,910M 1989-2008 7.48% 7.76% NR S/D # I (Grand Forks) ' 08/16/88 G.O. School Building Bonds 4,725M 1989-2006 7.39% 7.83% Aa Minot 09/06/88 Water & Sewerage Utility Rev. Bonds 1,360M 1989-2008 7.48% 7.16% A Dickinson PSD #1 09/20/88 G.O. Refunding Bonds 1,100m 1991-1997 6.99% 7.59% Baa CITY CO� PLYMOUTR Dear Fellow Citizens: The City Council and staff extend to you a warm welcome to tonight's meeting. We sincerely hope that we perform the work before us in a manner that Is in the best interest of n -Ur- entire community and in a manner that you approve. Your Councilmembers have received a packet of data related to tonight's agenda and have prepared themselves for tonight's decision-making process through hours of: study. Our agenda packets contain the minutes of the public hearing or public informational meetings which have taken place on Council agenda issues, as well as staff reports and submittals by petitioners and other interested parties. Public hearings, whether held by the Councifor City Commissions, provide the opportunity for any resident to fully present his or her Posit -ion -on the -issue. When the Council considers issues which have been the subject of previous public hearings, it does not conduct another public hearing. We thoroughly review the public hearing record prior to our meeting. We welcome your comments on matters that have been the subject of previous public hearings in order that all relevant material can be considered by the City Council in - the decision making process. We ask, however, that when you make your comments you keep in mind that a full public hearing has already been conducted and that your comments be as succinct as possible. Persons wishing to be heard on items related to tonight's agenda should:fi-ll out a blue agenda.card and forward it to the Mayor to be rec64hIz_ed' at such time as that item is introduced. Please step forward to the microphone when you -are introduced. May we wish you a pleasant and informative meeting. Sincerely, Virgil A. Schneider Mayor PLYMOUTH FORUM - At 7:00 p.m. on the third Monday of each month the Plymouth City Council holds the Plymouth Forum. This Informal Forum is for citizens to share with the Coun . cil on any subject of concern. Plan to attend! 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 District dm� �Elys OSSEO A October 27, 1988 = (.0 DR. MARL Telephone:, (6�12)4�1"_�_ OCT Oki. V 7 Dear Friend -.6f District -279: un-'da-y--';--'No'�v-e--'mbe,-'r." 6 1988' from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p; m. S. -.2 c e 79--l-iAll e.showing the newly constru ted lementa�ty _ns to Osseo Senior High and North iah'0-0*1"--6ui-1-6i-'ngs,,.'iirid Additio .----View*-Junior-High School.- Our purpose is to'let the citizens of .,-'bistrict 279 --see the fruition of several bond issues held in 1985 The buildings open for review on November 6 are: Edinbrook Elementary School 8925 Zane Avenue North Brooklyn Park, MN 55443 Osseo Senior High School 317 Second Avenue N.W. Osseo, MN 55369 (media center/library) Fernbrook Elementary School 9661 Fernbrook Lane Maple Grove, MN 55369 North View Junior High School 5869 69th Avenue North Brooklyn Park, MN 55369 (gymnasium) There will also be a short dedication ceremony and program at the two elementary schools: Fernbrook - 2:00.p.m. Edinbrook - 3:00 p.m. We are enclosing an invitation for one of the several buildings and events for that afternoon. As a friend of District 279, we would like to extend a special ' invita ' t - ion to you to.st p.in and see the new school construction'and additions. Sincerely, Yp ;, 2 Bill Dix, Coordinator V School/Communitv Relations BD: sa INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 279 Educational Service Center, 11200 93rd Avenue North P.O.. Box 327, Maple Grove, MN 55369 ' 6.4- StAff, and -Stuidents-a't Edinbr Schoo Elementa I ook ry invite you" our -to,t "during bur, ._...,DEDlCA'TlON,An4, OPEN t_c 2:00 4:00*p.m. y .Novespber.,6*4981 :.-Sunda' 7., r X ­ Dedication Program begins'it 3:00 p.m.. Ed 8925 Zane Avenue North::: -'.- in the gyxn. pr Park, MN 55443, "r ! �M w 2 -------- --- Highway 100 Cty. Road 18 EISENHOWER COMUNIn CENTER �12th Ave.-� —12 7-- I% 494 -L 7 We are the or aff main office f throughout. suburban Hennepin County.; -Ml Z7117 e help us -celebrate .,our New Offices .--Wednesday, November.9th 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. A 'Sery -ommunity Senior C ices -EiMinhower Community Center ntyhway 7 Room 151 -A flopkins, Minnesota MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE What You Need to Know. Now YOU HAVE HEARD... ... that the Minnesota Legislature passed a law requiring inspections of cars and trucks to be sure their pollution control equipment is working properly ... that some people may have to have their vehicles repaired so that they can pass the emissions testing AND IT , S TRUE. . . ... but what does it mean to you? 4r. 0 What is I/M? I/M is short for Motor Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance, a program to inspect cars and trucks and make sure they are not dumping excessive polluting gases into the air. That is the inspection part (in Minnesota, it will not include safety inspections). The maintenance part refers to the requirement that vehicles that cannot pass the test be repaired and retested. But don't worry — properly tuned and maintained vehicles with pollution control equipment in good working order will pass the test! Are you affected? Yes, if you live in the seven -county Twin Cities metropolitan area and own a 1976 or later model automobile, station wagon or pickup truck or van weighing less than 3/4 ton. Classic, pioneer, collector and street rod vehicles are exempt. Counties included are Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott and Washington. The law affects the vehicle you drive and the air you brepthe. Printed on recycled paper ,,, I ,,- 1. When will it begin? Not until late 1990 or early 199 1. Before it can begin, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) must establish I/M rules. Cars and trucks of different ages, sizes and types will hot be expected to meet the same standards, so the MPCA must set rules for how much pollution will be allowed and how the program will operate. The standards will be somewhat less stringent than those the vehicles met when they were new. Then, because the testing program will be conducted by a private company working for the State of Minnesota, the MPCA must advertise for bids and select a company to do the testing. That company will build special test stations throughout the area so that it will be as convenient as possible for people to take their vehicles in to be tested. Why s�hould you care now? One reason you should know about the plans for the program now is because of the way t t the law affects situations in which someone has tampered with the pollution control equipment on cars and trucks. The Legislature established limits on the cost of repairs that will be required for vehicles that fail the'testing. BUT THERE IS AN EXCEPTION. IF YOUR VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAMPERED WITH, YOU WILL BE EXPECTED TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED TO MEET THE ESTABLISHED STANDARD FOR THAT VEHICLE, REGARDLESS OF THE COST. This is important to remember when buying a used car. Be sure the poillition control equipment is in place and in working condition. Except for tampered vehicles, waivers will be given for vehicles manufactured before 1981 if the cost of repairs would be more than $75, and for vehicles manufactured in 1981 or later if the repairs would cost more than $200. (However, if the repairs are covered by a warranty, then no waiver will be granted.) Tampering with a motor vehicle's pollution control equipment is against state and federal laws. So is selling a car or truck that has been tampered. I How will I/M work? The vehicle's pollution control systems will be checked visually, but, more important will be a tailpipe check for pollutants in the exhaust. If your car or truck fails the inspection, you will be expected to take it to your favorite garage or service station, have it repaired — or repair it yourself — and return for a recheck. In most cases, the vehicle's engine will need only a minor adjustment. And vehicle warranties will frequently cover the repair costs. However, if repair costs would exceed the waiver limits mentioned above, you would return to the testing site with that information and receive a waiver. Want more information? If you want more information now, you can get it from the MPCA:s Public Information Office at 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155, or call 296-7769. If the law affects you, you will receive more information by mail, television.and radio in time for you to know what to do to have your car inspected. E;&*,A A 44 91 MOTOR VEHICLE INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE What You Need to Know. Now YOU HAVE HEARD... that the Minnesota Legislature. passed a law requiring inspections of cars and trucks to be sure their pollution control equipment is working properly ... that some people may have to have their vehicles repaired so that they can pass the emissions testing AND IT'S TRUE... ... but what does it me'an to you? 4-1) .c-' D Z go 009k . no, ok oil How will I/M work? The vehicle's pollution control systems will be checked visually, but, more important will be a tailpipe check for pollutants in the exhaust. If your car or truck fails the inspection, you will be expected to take it to your favorite garage or service station, have it repaired — or repair it yourself — and return for a recheck. In most cases, the vehicle's engine will need only a minor adjustment. And vehicle warranties will frequently cover the repair costs. However, if repair costs would exceed the waiver limits mentioned above, you would return to the testing site with that information and receive a waiver. Want more information? If you want more information now, you can get it from the MPCNs Public Information Office at 520 Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155, or call 296-7769. If the law affects you, you will receive more information by mail, television and radio in time for you to know what to do to have your car inspected I BRADLEY C. BORRMAN 17815 SIXTH AVENUE NORTH PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 Ms. Peggy Nestor Administrator Wayzata Evangelical Free Church 705 Highway 101 North Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 Dear Ms. Nestor: 'M - �,,, ,Y. �," !-s �- C1% October 2?, 1988 NOV C111V f i� .1 A v It was very nice to meet you on the night of September 13, 1788. As you requested, I am expressing my impressions and suggestions to Wayzata Evangelical Free Church's (WEFC) proposed expansion of its parking facilities. On October 28, 1987, Mr. Fadden (representing WEFC) stated the church's parking lot is at capacity on Sundays. I, as well as several other members of the adjoining neighborhoods, have been monitoring the parking needs of WEFC this past summer and fall. We have statistics that undeniably show that, in fact, there is no need for.additional parking. For example, this past Sunday, October 23, approximately ten minutes after the start of WEFC's first and second services, there were 84 and 102 parking spaces available, respectively, in the WEFC lot and the Wayzata School Administration lot. The expansion of WEFC's current parking facilities would be devastating to the property VaIU2S of 6th Avenue North, and detrimental to the overall property value of Hawthorne Ponds, 8th Avenue North, and the proposed development that is being planned around the WEFC expansion. In fact, Commissioner Plufka, with Commissioner Marofsky concurring, expressed it best at the October 28, 1987, Planning Commission meeting when he Stated that he "shared the homeowners' concerns" and that "the intrusion of the parking lot between residential homes would be an eyesore and would not be good planning. Not only would property values be at risk, but drainage prablems would persist and get worse, and security of the adjoining neighborhoods would become an eOen greater issue. It seems that the church may have to look at alternatives such as Multiple Services, or at other property around the church if possiblo". Commissioner Plufka brings up an excellent option that I, and my neighbors, feel is the optimal solution - Additional services. This is an option exercised by many churches in similar situations, such as St. Phillip the Deacon Lutheran Church located a few blocks from WEFC. They ran out of parking space due to growth of the church and added two services, bringing their total to four. This solution was not in any way damaging to the naighborhood property values. �:�- q Ck-., Page- 2 My Suggestion to WEFC is to not build the proposed parking lot-.-. i: (and not pursue any -future parking expansion) and use all parking--. space currently available. By next fall, when the new elementary school adjacent to the Wayzata School Administration building is completed, there will be even more parking available at a distance that rivals the proposed WEFC parking lot expansion. If WEFC fills every parking space available, then add another service or two. These various steps would not only save WEFC an enormous amount of money, but reduce the stress and anxiety this issue has caused and prevent the 8th Avenue North, Hawthorne Ponds, and proposed neighborhood from being consumed by a sea of asphalt. Thank you for Your time and consideration in this most important matter. Sincerely yours, Bradley C. Borrman cc: Mr. Jerry Fadden - Wayzata Evangelical Free Church Mr. Stuart Turnbull Wayzata Evangelical Free Church Pastor John Vawter Wayzata Evangelical Free Church Mr. Blair Tremere Director, Plymouth Community Development Plymouth Planning Commission - Chairman Pauba; Commissioners Wire, StUlberg, Zylla, Marofsky, Tierney, Plufka Plymouth City Council - Mayor Virgil Schneider COUncilmember Lloyd Ricker Councilmember Jerry Sisk COUncilmember Maria VaSiliOU Councilmen.ber Bob ZitUr Mr. James G. Willis - City Manager I WILLIAM G. ENNIS HARRIET A. ENNIS 17800 6TH AVENUE NORTH PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 October 25, 1988 Ms. Peggy Nestor Administrator Wayzata Evangelical Free Church 705 Highway 101 North Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 Dear Ms. Nestor: This letter is in response to your letter of October 12, 1988, requesting our comments on the church's proposed expansion of its parking facilities. As a neighbor, with property abutting the unimproved area the church recently acquired, we naturally have a vital concern in how this property is developed. At the September 13, 1988 City Council meeting you, or others representing the church, advised the Council that a letter had been sent by the church to all of the surrounding neighbors concerning our problems caused by the church property. However, we and others in the area failed to receive such a letter. Also, at that same Council meeting, you and the Reverend Vawter made a point of stressing all of the various activities in which your church participated and the many ways your facility was utilized by various community groups. You are to be commended for these activities. However, they are no different from those our church or other churches in the community provide. Your October 12 letter seems to take the position that the parking expansion is inevitable and, therefore, the neighbors should help the church design a plan to our satisfaction. The City Planning Commission has rejected the church's propo- sal on at least two occasions, stating that the plans do not meet the criteria for a conditional use permit. In view of this, we do not feel that we should devise a plan which your outside land planners could not create, nor do we feel we are professionally qualified to do so. After all, we do not think that the church's ownership of this residential property gives them tacit permission to build a parking lot. Previous church expansion has had a negative impact on the neighborhood, i.e., increasing noise pollution problems at night, increasing personal and household security risks, causing drainage problems for residents, and creating a situation where individual members of the church congregation disregard the property rights of adjacent residential property owners. OCT �L's criy of MAN I Hl'7 This letter is in response to your letter of October 12, 1988, requesting our comments on the church's proposed expansion of its parking facilities. As a neighbor, with property abutting the unimproved area the church recently acquired, we naturally have a vital concern in how this property is developed. At the September 13, 1988 City Council meeting you, or others representing the church, advised the Council that a letter had been sent by the church to all of the surrounding neighbors concerning our problems caused by the church property. However, we and others in the area failed to receive such a letter. Also, at that same Council meeting, you and the Reverend Vawter made a point of stressing all of the various activities in which your church participated and the many ways your facility was utilized by various community groups. You are to be commended for these activities. However, they are no different from those our church or other churches in the community provide. Your October 12 letter seems to take the position that the parking expansion is inevitable and, therefore, the neighbors should help the church design a plan to our satisfaction. The City Planning Commission has rejected the church's propo- sal on at least two occasions, stating that the plans do not meet the criteria for a conditional use permit. In view of this, we do not feel that we should devise a plan which your outside land planners could not create, nor do we feel we are professionally qualified to do so. After all, we do not think that the church's ownership of this residential property gives them tacit permission to build a parking lot. Previous church expansion has had a negative impact on the neighborhood, i.e., increasing noise pollution problems at night, increasing personal and household security risks, causing drainage problems for residents, and creating a situation where individual members of the church congregation disregard the property rights of adjacent residential property owners. CA., Ms. Peggy Nestor October 25, 1988 Page Two The previous church plan, introduced in 1987, would have destroyed substantiar- natural environment and created a hazard for safe access to a city -developed recreational park area, as well as reducing residential property values. The present plan disregards the adjacent residential property owners' concerns for reduced property values, security and safety, and results in imposing a semi- commercial appearance on a totally residential area. The new plan introduces and imposes a 168 -hour -per -week eyesore and increased security problems into an environmentally unique residential area, in an effort to solve a two-hour weekly problem for wh*ich the church has failed to factually substantiate the need. Our neighbors and we have observed numerous empty parking spaces at both the church and the school administration lots during both church services, which suggests that the parking problem may be one of percep- tion rather than reality. in approaching this situation the church has disregarded the simple solution of adding a third service to their schedule, or expanding the time between ser- vices, both of which would alleviate the suggested problem. We do believe it would be in the best interest of all concerned if the church would work with a neighborhood committee to study the problem and devise alter- nate solutions. Very truly yours, William \Ennis 1:_� Harriet A. Ennis WGE/eb CC: Mr. Jerry Fadden - Wayzata Evangelical Free Church Mr. Stuart Turnbull - Wayzata Evangelical Free Church Pastor John Vawter Wayzata Evangelical Free Church Mr. Blair Tremere Director, Plymouth Community Development Plymouth Planning Commission - Chairman Pauba; Commissioners Wire, Stulberg, Zylla, Marofsky, Tierney, Plufka Plymouth City Council - Mayor Virgil Schneider Councilmember Lloyd Ricker Councilmember Jerry Sisk Councilmember Maria Vasiliou Councilmember Bob Zitur Mr. James G. Willis - City Manager BE881025-1/2. Uctober 29, 190JB Bill Kratoska 615 Narcissus Lane ?lymouth, Mn 55447 Peggy L. Nestor Administrator Wayzata Evangelical Free Church 705 Hwy. 101 North Plymouth, VLN 55447 Dear Ns. Nestor; I would like to respond to your letters of October 12 and October 20, and then I would like to comment on several related issues. First I would like to list several items on your past proposals which I have not found favorable. You may consider this my input towards future proposals. 1) In a 1986 proposal for approximately 270 parking spaces you went to some trouble to leave undisturbed a drainage holding pond northwest of my property. The two proposals since then suggest paving over part of it, and presumably thereby moving it onto my property. I consider this unacceptable. 2) All three proposals have not addressed drainage problems. You claim that city guidelines allowed you to build a facility that is too large for your parking and that therefore the city (and by default, our neighborhood bear a part of the responsibility for your problem. I say that city guidelines allowed you to build a drainage problem, that you are proposing to make that problem worse, and before you ask the city or neighborhood to help you with your problem, you should help us with ours. Keep in mind that both your problem, and our drainage problem, are of your making. 3) All three proposals have been security nightmares. You should place two gates to close your existing main lot at night, after church activities are over. This would still leave dozens of spots east of your facility always open. If a new lot is ever built, a third gate should block access to it, except for a few Sunday hours. Another rrason that past proposals have been bad for security is that they have gone out of their way to put the proposed parking lot in existing and future back yards. 4) All three proposals have been attacks on neiGhborhood property values. To minimlze tne impact on property values, any future (2) lot should: a) i3order on very few properties— border on streets and"your own lot instead. b) .4here you must border on someone's property, you have =.a - posed paving to within a couple of" giant steps from the lot line. I would suggest a much more generous buffer. c) Address security, drainage, traffic, and other concerns described in this letter. 5) None of your three pror-isals have addressed traffic control or congestion on highway 101. 6) Two of your three proposals have sug%ested innappropriate traffic uses of 6th, Narcissus, and/or 8th Avenues. 7) Your proposals would ha:ve damaged the usefulness of the remaining land to a developer. We do not want property values of the existing neighborhood attacked by poor development of that parcel. I would now like to comment on some related issues: In a few meetings before Planning Commission and the City Council, you have maintained that our parking lot is often full (7 -To' of Sundays is one fiGure I reriember�. We, on the other hand, have maintained that 40 - 100 empty spots are com;non. I have to admit that I have seen your lot full, but I have seen more than that— I have seen that due to the sceduling of your services, one large contingent arrives just before another leaves. Therefore, for 5 - 15 minutes on some, but not all, Sundays, your lot is full. If I were you, and I wanted more parking, I would do just what you are doing and count empty spaces during this brief moment, because this data would justify your argument. However, the neighborhood looks at your lot during your services and Sunday ochool, and sees large numbers of open spaces. It seems to me and my neighbors that a little rescheduling could solve most or all of your problems. In your letter of October 12, you state that at the November 3 meeting we "may desire to select and form a committee of neighbors to... work with the church" and "(the church) will have... additional meetings with you." I hope to be part of that committee, and hopefully in those additional meetings we can further define whatever problems the church faces and propose some solutions to those problems. Lastly, I would just like to remind you that there are numerous Droblems with your existing lot. Many have been brouk;ht out at Planning Commission and City Council meetings. As far as I know, the two res-ponses from the church have been: 1) That's not a real problem, or 2) We'll solve that problem once we build thn new lot. (3) Pardon me for being skepticalm but if you consider our present problems to not be valid or not worth a6dressing until your new lot is built, I can see no reason why you will address these problems, or new ones, later. I know we have our differences. But 1 still believe the neighborhood and church can work together to solve the problems of the existing parking lot, and to define and solve any problems you are experiencin6 now. 6incerely, Bill Kratoska I CORRORATION 680 Kasota Avenue, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414 Telecopier (612) 623-0615 (612) 623-3311 ! October, 31,..1988 -cov... NOV 1. 1988 Honorable Mayor and City Council "-dity � of... Plymouth- * ---James --Willis 300_*Y�ymouth- Blvd. Plymouth,,MN 55447 Re:' P'�'op'osed -'Bass Lake Hills Residential Planned "Unit Development 'b"e"ar,,-Mr.--Mayor.and.,:Council members: This letter is to inform you that CSM Corp6'kation -intends'to begin transplanting trees within the townhome section -of the proposed Bass Lake Hills Residential Planned Unit Development prior to final approval by the City Council. The transplanting will take place during the last two weeks of November and will involve lesser caliber oak trees that are not included in our tree preservation plan. We are undertaking the work at our own risk in advance of final appk6Vals-beiciaiuse fall transplanting greatly increases the survival rate.of oaks. It is our understanding that no'City apptovals-are req . uired-- f or this work. We did however, want. everyone informed' of this situation to minimize any confusion that might occur when "our equipment arrives at the property. Very truly, Dave Carland DC/vb R %'I it so 4 -7 CITV Co� November 2, 1988 PLYMOUTR Tad Jude 235 State Capitol St. Paul, MN 55155 SUBJECT: HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY FOR PLYMOUTH Dear Mr Because you are seeking election to the Hennepin County Board, I would like to waste no time in making you aware of an important Issue regarding the Hennepin County Library system. In 1988 the Hennepin County Library Board recommended to the Capital Budgeting Task Force that a library site be identified in Plymouth for 1989 with construction for 1990/1991. Because of funding shortfalls, the Capital Budgeting Task Force delayed the site acquisition for Plymouth to 1992 and construction to 1993. As with most capital improvement programs, the later year projects are normally much more tentative than the first or second year projects. You are probably aware that Plymouth is the only major developing community in the County without a library. Our residents contribute about $1.3 million in property. taxes to the Hennepin County Library System each year. To the Library Board's credit, it both proposed a Plymouth Librar"in 1989 y and In the interim has been providing the City with bookmobile service. - The point is that the Plymouth Library shom1d be scheduled as soon as possible. From an equity perspective, it seems odd that the St. Bonifacius Library, which has the lowest circulation of the system at 20,000 books, three times less than the next lowest, is still in operation. We understand that the Library Board could save as much as $35,000 annually if the library was closed and service replaced with the Bookmobile. In contrast to Plymouth, St. Bonifacius taxpayers contribute only $16,000 annually to support the Library System. Moreover, I understand that library services are 'readily available to St.-Bonifacius residents from three different libraries within 15 minute driving time. 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 Tad Jude November 2, 1988 Page 2 We hope that you will strongly support our efforts to secure a Hennepin County Library in Plymouth at the earliest opportunity while concurrently emphasizing efficient library service delivery system, including bookmobile service for smaller urban populations which cannot possibly justify a full-scale library. -facility. Sincere, Frank Sey'les ' Assistant City Manager FB: kec cc: John Derus, Hennepin County Board Chair Sam Savanich, Chair - Ways & Means Committee Mayor & City Council November 2, 1988' Dale Clausnitzer 523 State Office Building St.*Paul, MN 55155 (CITY CO� PLYMOUTR SU6jECT: HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY FOR PLYMOUTH Dear Mr Because you are seeking election to the Hennepin County Board, I would like to waste - no time in making you aware of an important issue regarding the Hennepin County Library system. - In 1988 the Hennepin County Library Board recommended to the Capital Budgetin.g Task Force that a library site be identified in Plymouth for 1989 with construction for 199011991. Because of funding shortfalls, the Capital Budgeting Task Force delayed the site acquisition for Plymouth to 1992 and construction to -1993. As with most capital improvement programs, the later year projects are normally much more tentative than the first or second-yea.r projects. You are probably aware that Plymouth is the only major developing community in the County without a library. Oyr residents contribute about $1.3 million in"property taxes to the Hennepin County Library System each year. To the Library Board's credit, it both proposed a Plymouth Library in 1989 and in the Interim has been providing the City with- bookmobile service. The point is that the Plymouth Library should be scheduled as soon as possible. From an equity perspective, it seems odd that the St. Bonifacius Library, which has the lowest circulation of'the system at 20,000 books, three times less than the next lowest, is still in operation. We understand that the Library Board could save as much as $35,000 annually If the library was closed and service,replaced with the Bookmobile. In contrast to Plymouth, St. Bonifacius taxpayers contribute only $16,000 annually, to support the Library System. Moreover, I understand that library services are readily available to St. Bonifaclus residents from three different libraries within 15 minute driving time. 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 Dale Clausnitzer November 2, 1988 Page 2 We hope that you will strongly support our efforts to secure a Hennepin County Library in Plymouth at the earliest opportunity while concurrently emphasizing efficient library service delivery system, including bookmobile service for smaller urban -populations which cannot possibly justify a full-scale libr3try facility. Franai_Wylei Assistant City Manager FB: kec cc: John Derus, Hennepin County Board Chair Sam Savanich, Chair - Ways & Means Committee Mayor & City Council -October 31, 1988 Mr. Greg Begin Cotton Club Inc. 3900 Vinewood Lane, Unit 10 Plymouth, MN 55441 ,Dear Mr. Begin: Enclosed is a copy of the resolution adopted by the Plymouth City -Council -on October 24 approving the Amusement Center -License for Cotton Club, Inc. The resolution specifies that �no transfer of corporate ownership -or—control can occur without express City approval. It appears there are two items yet to be accomplished to allow issuance of your licens'e: 1. A police inspection of your facility. Please contact Police Sergeant John Ward to schedule this required Inspection. The iAspection should be completed by November 28, 1988. 2. Posting of house rules and hours of operation In one inch high letters within the facility. This will be checked during the police inspection. I have submitted your request for refund of a portion of your lidbnse fet to Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager. You originally paid $1,214.55 for a five-month license period (August 1 through December 31). However, as you indicated, you could not install the additional licensed machines until Council approval. We will let you know as soon as a determination is made. If you have any questions regarding these items, please contact me. Sincerely, Laurie Rauenhorst City Clerk cc: City Council Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager John Ward, Police Sergeant 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 I CITY OF PLYMOUTH Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a special meeting of the City Council of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota, was held on tFe- 24th day of October , 19 88 . The following members were present: Schneider, Sisk, Zitur, Ricilie—r, Vasiliou The following members were absent: None Councilmember Sisk introduced the following Resolution and moved its adoption: RESOLUTION NO. 88-739 APPROVING AN AMUSEMENT CENTER LICENSE FOR COTTON CLUB INC. WHEREAS, Plymouth City Code Section 1103 sets forth standards for issuance of amusement center licensure; and WHEREAS, an application has been.received from Cotton Club Inc.; and WHEREAS, the Police Department has conducted a check of the applicants and does not find a basis for license denial. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that it should, and hereby does, approve an amusement center license for Cotton Club, Inc., from August 1, 1988 - December 31, 1988 subject to the following conditions: 1. The license is approved contingent upon the Conditional Use Permit and conformance with the conditions contained therein. 2. That the Cotton Club hire and maintain a uniformed security officer in addition to the attendant(s) at such time as required by the Plymouth City Council at the Council's sole discretion either at the time of initial license issuance, during the license year or upon license renewal. 3. That the Cotton Club consistently and continuously comply with: a All health, City Code, zoning regulations and building code requirements. b. The Cotton Club Management Plan dated October 17, 1988. C. City Code curfew enforcement regulations, including carding and taking appropriate actions for patrons not in conformance with City curfew laws. d. Prohibition of school age children from usage of the facility during normal school days and hours. I RESOLUTION NO. 88-739 APPROVING AMUSEMENT CENTER LICENSE FOR COTTON CLUB INC. Page 2 4. All forms of gambling are prohibited. 5. No intoxicating liquor, beer, wine or any drugs/ controlled substa-neesi:. are permitted on the site. 6. Licensee shall ensure that patrons do not loiter about the premises or Cottonwood Plaza parking lot area. 7. Prior to hiring or assigning an attendant to the facility, licensee shall obtain approval from the City Public Safety Director. No person who has been convicted of a felony, an offense related to alcoholic beverages or controlled substances, or relating to licensed businesses within the last five (5) years shall be assigned the duties of attendant. 8. Subject to police inspection and approval of facility within 30 days of this resolution. 9. Posting of house rules and hours of operation permanently in one inch high letters within the facility within 30 days of this resolution. 10. No transfer of corporate ownership without express City approval. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing Resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember Ricker , and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: Schneider, Sisk, Zitur, Ricker, Vasiliou . The following voted against or abstained: None Whereupon the Resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. \ q 1�>, CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 MEMO DATE: November 1, 1988 TO: James G. Willis, City Manager FROM: Bob Zitur SUBJECT It has been called to my attention that there is a hoop and pole (half - bubble type) on 49th and Oakview North. The house has been sold and my caller wanted to know if this would be left or removed. What would you tell the caller? Please go for a ride in this area. As you will recall, during the summer of 1987, two doors away from this location, a gentlemen on a very hot night was enraged with the speeding on Oakview and the half -bubble. This gentlemen has since moved. I cancelled a meeting and went over there. A policeman later came and we discussed the problem. Later Sergeant Paulson arranged for a speed trap in the area which involved a lot of police time. While doorknocking in the election, I received complaints about the speeding, and I tried to tell the residents to keep their children out of the streets. I recall you called it to my attention that I had more reauests of this type than other council members. Frankly, I can't help it that I live in a developing area where there are many new residents and concerns for safety. This would have been a good focus for my safety committee idea, but no one bought into it. This weekend I received very positive feedback on my safety concerns in cul -des -sacs and streets, i.e. kids playing in the street under basketball hoops, snowplowing - what If the snowplow hits the pole, where to put the snow, cars backing out of driveways into a pole, and aesthetics in general. One caller wanted to know if hoops were permitted in townhouse complexes? Do you know? By the way, one of my callers from the past who received a letter on a hoop and pole, said he would be happy to take it down if the rest went down. Anothe r caller this weekend suggested that maybe a millon dollar coverage requirement on a homeowner policy would be necessary if the poles were left to stand and also signatures from people living 500 ft. from where a pole was erected. Jim, we need some type of policy on this matter. November 1, 1988 Page 2 I am looking forward to some type of resolution to the problem rather than the way it has been handled by various departments in the past. Resident& need to know what they can erect and what they can't erect. My concernois,.­ that if this continues, we can have poles erected on any street, or .' , cul-de-sac. And as a realtor from south Plymouth stated, how would that t look and what are the hoops doing in the streets in the first place. Lastly, I know you have been busy with so much going go, but I do hope that you or your designee will find the time to go for those rides that you used to and see my conberns and the concerns of the constitutents. BZ: jm cc: Mayor & Council 4 CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 MEMO DATE: November 2, 1988 TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Bob Zitur, Councilmember SUBJECT MEETING ON CHANGING DEMOGRAPHICS AND EFFECT ON HOUSING MARKET Last week I attended the Metropolitan Council's meeting on the effect of changing demographics on the Twin City area housing market. My large booklet on the subject will be on file in the Manager's office for one month. I want it back after that time. It was certainly a most interesting discussion by various panel members. Our neighboring communities' were well represented and it is always a good opportunity to touch base with these people at this type of meeting. CITY O� PLYMOUTR October 18, 1988 :Detective Michael T. Ridgley Plymouth Police Department LETTER OF RECOGNITION Dear Mike: This letter of recognition is being awarded to you for exemplary performance that is far beyond the requirements of normal responsibilities. Your leadership and outstanding police work has been recognized by law enforcement colleagues across the state. Just this week, you received a letter from a Hennepin County Attorney commending your professional police work on a very difficult criminal sexual conduct investigation. It is well known that you are an accomplished instructor and speaker in this complex specialty field of law enforcement. In addition to your work that has brought special credit to the department, you are always involved in routine activities that result in improved operations. Recently, you drafted a "Notification to Schools - Interview Form" under MS 626.556 for the investigation of alleged child abuse cases. Besides the specific noteworthy contributions, the responsible manner in which you log in, log out, and carry a pager has provided a high professional standard for the delivery of effective police services. Mike, this letter also reflects my sincere appreciation for the many times that you supervised the investigation division in my absence. Your dedication and commitment to duty has earned my confidence and the respect of'your fellow officers. 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 ri Page 2 Letter of Recognition Michael T. Ridgley This award reflects the Department's sincere appreciation for outstanding service to the community and your contribution to law enforcement. It is certainly appropriate that you receive recognition in this formal manner. Thank you for doing such a fine job! Sincerely, Richard J. Carlquist Director of Public Safety 1-7� 4-- , "Z� Thomas C. Saba Lieutenant Plymouth Police Department TCS/bd cc: Personnel File THOMAS L. JOHNSON %'N , 0 COUNTY A1"i0RSFV IV 1E So OFFICE OFTHEHENNEPIN COUNTY ATTORNEY 2000 GovERNMENT CENTER MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55487 October 13, 1988 (612) 348-3091 Richard Carlquist Director of Public Safety 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 RE: Investigator Michael Ridgley Dear Director Carlquist: I am writing to commend the professional police work performed by Investigator Ridgley in a difficult criminal sexual conduct trial that I just concluded. His outstanding efforts were a major reason for the successful trial. You are fortunate to have such a skilled peace officer in your department. I am, Sincerely, Z! Clifford B. Wardlaw Assistant County Attorney CBW/cf cc: Ridgley HENNEPIN COUNTY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER