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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
FEBRUARY 21,1992
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS....
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR FEBRUARY:
FEBRUARY 22 8:00 A.M.
FEBRUARY 24 6:30 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
Discuss Financial Task
Force Report
City Council Chambers
PLYMOUTH FORUM
City Council Chambers
COUNCIL MEETING
City Council Chambers
2. CHARTER COMMISSION SUBCOMMITTEE MEETINGS:
1) Tuesday, February 25, 7:30 a.m. - Transition and
Miscellaneous Issues Subcommittee, Council Conference
Room.
2) Wednesday, February 26, 7:00 p.m. - Form and
Structure Subcommittee, Large Office Area Conference
Room.
3) Wednesday, February 26, 7:00 p.m. - Finance and
Administration, Council Conference Room.
4) Monday, March 9, 5:30 p.m. - Initiative and
Referendum, Large Office Area Conference Room.
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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3. PLANNING COMMISSION -- Wednesday, February 26. Planning
Commission Forum - 6:45 p.m. Planning Commission
meeting - 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers. Agenda attached.
(M-3)
4. HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY BOARD -- Thursday, February 27,
4:00 p.m. The Library Board will meet at the St. Louis
Park Community Library. A copy of the meeting notice is
attached. (M-4)
5. PRECINCT CAUCUSES - Tuesday, March 3. All precinct
caucuses will be convened at 7:30 p.m. Attached is a
listing of caucus locations for Plymouth precincts. (M-
5)
6. P.U.P.S. OPEN HOUSE -- Thursday, March 5. An open house
of the new P.U.P.S animal containment facility in Maple
Grove will be held from 3 - 7 p.m. A copy of the
invitation is attached. Please contact Laurie is you
will be attending.. (M-6)
7. MEETING CALENDARS -- City Center and City Council
calendars for February and March are attached. (M-7)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. ASSOCIATION OF METROPOLITAN MUNICIPALITIES (AMM)
REPRESENTATION ON LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES (LMC)
BOARD -- For many years the AMM has been represented on
the Board of the LMC. Last year, representatives of the
Coalition of Outstate Cities, the lobbying group for
outstate cities, were successful in having the League
Board vote to exclude the AMM representation on the Board
for one year. A study is ongoing as to whether or not it
would be appropriate to have an AMM member of the Board
to the exclusion of a member of a city from "Greater"
Minnesota. Attached is a memo from Bob Long, President
of the AMM and St. Paul City Councilmember. His memo
provides'some background on this issue and also provides
you the framework in which the matter is being discussed.
The LMC Futures Committee will be making its
recommendation to the LMC Board which, in turn, is likely
to make a recommendation to the annual meeting to be held
in June. Because this matter involves an amendment to
the League's Constitution, final action will be up to the
membership. (I-1)
2. TAX MORE, SPEND LESS, OR? -- Attached is a letter from
Governor Arne Carlson to Mayor Bergman in which the
Governor is soliciting suggestions on means by which the
state spending can be reduced or taxes increased. He is
looking for feedback by March 4. If Councilmembers have
suggestions, we will be pleased to put them in a letter
to the Governor from Mayor Bergman. (I-2)
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3. RECYCLED PAPER AND INK FOR PLYMOUTH NEWS -- Recently
Mayor Bergman contacted Helen LaFave regarding inquiries
he had received from a resident regarding his view that
the City should use recycled paper, as well as soy -based
ink for the Plymouth News. Attached is a memo from Helen
LaFave on this topic. Based on the modest additional
cost required for soy -based ink, I, have instructed Helen
to have future issues of Plymouth News printed with soy -
based ink, We currently use recycled paper for the
newsletter. (I-3)
4. STATUS OF REDISTRICTING -- The attached newspaper article
from the February 20 Star Tribune describes the status of
the redistricting process. A panel of federal judges
declared that the redistricting plan drawn by the
legislature protects white incumbents and violates
minority voters' interests in Minneapolis. The panel
designated a substitute plan. DFL legislators have
indicated that the decision will be challenged to the
U.S. Supreme Court.
Our local redistricting efforts are "on hold" until a
final legislative plan is adopted. Final legislative
lines must be drawn before the Council can adopt a
precinct plan. (I-4)
5.- SNOW REMOVAL PRACTICES - REPORT FROM FRED MOORE --
Attached is a memo from Fred Moore incorporating
additional information from Jim Kolstad and Tom Vetsch
with respect to our snow removal practices. This
information had been requested by the City Council at
your January 6 meeting (Council Directive 92-4). If you
would like additional information with respect to this
topic or to have it placed on a City Council agenda,
please let me know. (I-5)
6. WESTON LANE DRAINAGE PROBLEMS -- Last evening the
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District reviewed Plymouth's
plans for correcting certain storm drainage problems in
the Weston Lane area. Attached is a memo from Fred Moore
updating the Council on this topic. He will be meeting
with the residents of Weston Lane as soon as a meeting
can be scheduled. (I-6)
7. NEW PARK MAINTENANCE POSITION -- The 1992 City Budget
provides funding for the hiring of a new park maintenance
person. During the budget review process, we indicated
to the Council that we would defer filling this position
until such time as the Park and Recreation Director
indicated that he needed the position. I have received a
memo from Eric which indicates they need the position
filled by early April. In order to accommodate that
timetable, we anticipate commencing hiring process around
the first of March.
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8. SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS - VICKSBURG LANE TO
FERNBROOK LANE -- Fred Moore has provided me a memo
(attached) briefly reporting on his meetings with Gary
Laurent and his consultant regarding the alignment of
Alternate 2 for the Schmidt Lake Road construction
through their property. Fred and Dan Faulkner have been
meeting with Mr. Laurent in order to facilitate the
orderly development of the Laurent parcel as it relates
to the Alternate 2 alignment. It is likely that the
Laurent development will require a slight amendment to
the Metropolitan Urban Service Area (MUSA) line. I will
keep the Council informed as to the status of our staff
meetings with the Laurent's. (I-8)
9. CENTENNIAL LAKES PROJECT - EDINA -- Following the City
Council/Planning Commission study meeting the other
evening, I contacted Gordon Hughes, Assistant City
Manager of Edina, regarding the project. He has provided
me with some written information which is attached for
your review.
Essentially, the project involves about 95 acres which
had previously been used as a sand and gravel pit owned
by the Hedberg family. Because of its size and location,
it was obviously attractive for a unified development.
United Properties was selected as the developer and they
developed a close working relationship with the Edina
HRA. BRW was hired to be the site planners for both the
HRA and the developer. Approximately 204 acres of the
site is reserved for city park purposes. This portion of
the site was acquired by the HRA as part of the
development process and park development costs are paid
for by the City. A Redevelopment Tax Increment District
was established for the project area. Monies from the
district are paying a good portion of the HRA's
expenditures. The operation and maintenance for the park
is being recovered in part by a $15 per month per
dwelling unit charge for the residential units within the
development, as well as an annual charge of 100 per
square foot on commercial properties. (I-9)
10. MEETING WITH REPRESENTATIVE PEGGY LEPPIK -- Mayor Bergman
has asked that I provide the Council with brief comments
on the meeting we had with Representative Peggy Leppik on
January 30. Representative Leppik had contacted me
earlier, indicating' she would like the opportunity of
coming out and meeting city department heads. We held
the meeting, lasting approximately 1-1/2 hours. During
the meeting we discussed various matters, such as opt out
transit funding, aspects of proposed legislation dealing
with amendments to the Metropolitan Planning Act, and of
course, matters related to state fiscal policies,
specifically levy limitations due to sunset at the end of
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1992 and tax classification rates for single family
homes. Representative Leppik indicated she felt the
meeting was useful. to_,her, particularly being able to
place names with faces of some of the key city staff.
11. BOWHUNTER SAFETY CLASS -- Attached is the registration
sheet for the Bowhunter Safety class being held through
the Plymouth Park and Recreation. (I-11)
12. MINUTES
a. Joint City Council and Planning Commission Meeting
notes, February 17, 1992. (I -12a)
b. Park & Recreation Advisory Commission, January 16 and
February 13, 1992. (I -12b)
c. Bassett Creek Water Management Commission, January 16,
1992. (I -12c)
13. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
a. Public Safety Department - Alarm Report for January.
(I-13)
14. 'NORTH CONNECTION' -- A newsletter for community leaders
published by North Memorial Medical Center is attached.
(I-14)
15. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Bryan Sykora, President, Meadows of Bass
Lake Homeowners Association, from Dan Faulkner,
advising that the request for cul-de-sac at Rosewood
Lane and proposed Schmidt Lake Road will *be scheduled
for the March 2 Council meeting. (I -15a)
b. Letter advising of the Metropolitan Council's waiver
of review and comment on the City's Park and Trail
Element of the Comprehensive Plan Amendment. The
amendment takes effect immediately. (I -15b)
c. Letter to Steve Quade, Commercial Air Conditioning,
Inc., 2200 Niagara Lane, from Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency, on the file closure status concerning
the cleanup of a petroleum tank release at the
company's site. (I -15c)
d. Letter of appreciation from the Armstrong Parents
Association for the City's support of the Police
Liaison Program. (I -15d)
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e. Letter from Representative Peggy Leppik requesting
feedback on proposed beverage deposit legislation
recently introduced• in the House. A copy of my
response is also attached. (I -15e)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 1992
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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WHERE: Plymouth City Center
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the
Planning Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or
petitioner so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the
consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
PUBLIC FORUM 6:45 P.M.
1.- CALL TO ORDER 7:00 P.M.
2.* CONSENT AGENDA
3.* APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Maas Motors, Inc. Conditional Use Permit and Variance .for outside
storage of automobiles located at 14105 State Highway 55 (91046)
B. Auto Glass Service, Inc. Conditional Use Permit for an automobile
repair business at 11050 Highway 55 (92003)
C. Capital Improvement Program for 1992-1996
D. Flood Plain Ordinance Amendments to the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance
E. Zoning Ordinance Amendments Regarding Trash Enclosure, Adult
Correction Facilities and Outdoor Advertising
5. OLD BUSINESS - DISCUSSION ITEMS:
A. Shopping Center Signage
B. Plymouth Hills Planned Unit Development
6. ADJOURNMENT
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HENNEPIN COUNTY LIBRARY
The Library Board will hold its monthly meeting on
Thursday, February 2 7, 1992 at 4:00 p.m.
at the St. Louis Park Community Library,
3240 Library Lane
St. Louis Park
Gordon Tulberg,
Secretary
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PRECINCT CAUCUS LOCATIONS
Tuesday, March 3,1992
7:30 P.M.
STATE DISTRICT
Democratic—Farmer—Labcr Party
45A
Gleason Lake Elementary
(Plymouth precincts
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 )
310 County Road 101
45B
Pilgrim Lane Elementary
(Plymouth precincts
3725 Pilgrim Lane
9, 10, 13, 14)
48A Plymouth Middle School
(Plymouth precincts 10011 — 36th Avenue No.
1,2,11,12,15,16)
For additional information about the political parties contact:
Democratic—Farmer—Labor Party
525 Park Street, Suite 100
St. Paul, MN 55103-9939
612-293-1200
Independent—Republicans of Minnesota
8030 Cedar Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
612-854-1446
Wayzata Senior High
305 Vicksburg Lane
Armstrong Senior High
10635 — 36th Avenue No.
Wayzata Senior High
305 Vicksburg Lane
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P.U.P.S. is a joint powers
Pets Under Police Security
organization of Seven
cordially invite you to join them
communities which houses and
in touring their new
cares for impounded animals.
animal containment facility
located at 11350 89th Ave. N.
This new and modern facility
in Maple Grove
incorporates the latest in kennel
on Thursday, March 5, 1992
design and techniques in the care
from 3-7 p.m.
of animals, a model for all future
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R. S. V.P. 424-5257
by Friday, February 28th
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TO: AMM Mayprs And
FROM: Bob -AMM
Managers/Administrators
President
RE: AUTOMATIC AMM REPRESENTATION ON LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES
(IMC) BOARD OF DIRECTORS
BACKGROUND:
At the suggestion of several outstate LMC officials, the LMC Board
about one year ago began questioning whether the AMM President should
continue to be an automatic member of the LMC Board of Directors. In
a spirit of cooperation, the AMM Board agreed to suspend the
automatic board seat for a period to allow for a thoughtful and full
discussion of this issue. The LMC membership then adopted a
constitutional amendment at the June LMC convention, supported by the
AMM board to put a moratorium on the automatic Board seat for one
year.
The LMC Board then formed a `futures' committee to study the overall
LMC operations and assigned the `Board representative' issue to the
committee for further examination. The committee was also directed to
look at a broader overall LMC Board representational issue based on
demographics and population shifts. However, the broader issue of
proportional representation has received very little attention.
HISTORIC PERSPECTIVE:
The President of the AMM (and its predessor metro association formed
in 1967) has been an automatic LMC Board member since that point in
time. This arrangement was encouraged by many outstate LMC members
back then since they felt it unfair to spend LMC staff and committee
time dealing with the many issues and new state laws that resulted
from the newly created Metropolitan Council by the Legislature in
1967. As a consequence, a new metro city association (it was
reorganized and became the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities
in 1974) under the auspices of the LMC but with a separate Board
of Directors and additional dues structure was formed to lobby the
`metro agenda and to enable the cost for these additional efforts
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to be borne solely by cities in the 7 -County metro area'.
There were a number of valid reasons for establishing the metro
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association (now the AMM) and putting its president on the LMC
Board in 1967 and they still exist today, including:
1. There are over 60 metro cities (LMC members) who pay no AMM dues
but benefit greatly by the AMM efforts on behalf of all metro
area cities.
2. The LMC staff and committees do not have to spend any time or
efforts on the large spectrum of issues, laws, proposed laws,
etc. which effect only metro cities. Therefore, they have more
time to work on statewide issues and some, such as annexation
and waste water treatment issues including funding, which mainly
benefit greater Minnesota Cities.
3. All AMM member cities are required to be members of the LMC
which is a benefit to the LMC. Other city groups do not have
that same requirement.
4. In discussions thus far there has been no evidence or
suggestions that having the AMM President on the LMC Board has
negatively impacted the League Board's decision making ability or
negatively affected outstate cities.
5. The Metropolitan Area has grown to the size that the LMC
population represented is two thirds metro and one third greater
Minnesota but the decision making process remains heavily
weighted to the outstate one third.
In conclusion, it would seem that continuing to have the AMM
president serve on the LMC Board would be much less -divisive or
cause much less internal upheaval than trying to fairly solve the
imbalances noted above by a more democratically representative
change.
AMM BOARD OF DIRECTORS POSITION ON THIS ISSUE:
The AMM Board believes that the rationale and justification for
including the AMM president as an automatic LMC Board member are
just as valid today as they were 25 years ago. This `interlocking'
facilitates good communication and promotes close working
relationships between the two organization which is a benefit to all
cities including cities in greater Minnesota.
The Board intends to pursue this position through the LMC process
starting with the LMC Futures Committee and would appreciate your
support. Most importantly, the Board wants to make sure you are
kept up to date on this important issue.
Please do not hesitate to call me or other AMM Board members or our
Executive Director, Vern Peterson should you have questions.
Thank you. Futures Committee Roster enclosed for your information.
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FUTURES COMMITTEE
JERRY DULGAR, CITY MANAGER, CRYSTAL 612-537-8421
DANIEL VOGT, ADM. CLERK-TREAS, BRAINERD 218-828-2307
LARRY JOHNSON, CITY ADMIN., MT. IRON 218-735-8267
LIZ WITT, DEP. CLERK, EAGAN 612-454-8100
LARRY BUBOLTZ, MAYOR DETROIT LAKES 218-847-9205
TIM MADIGAN, CITY ADMIN., FARIBAULT 507-334-2222
LARRY BAKKEN, MAYOR, GOLDEN VALLEY 612-641-2013
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LANELLE OLSEN, COUNCILMEMBER, NORTHFIELD 507-645-8832
MARV ANDERSON, MAYOR, BRECKENRIDGE FAX 218-643-5854
JOY ROBB, MAYOR, ROBBINSDALE 588-1232
MILLIE MAC LEOD, COUNCILMEMBER, MOORHEAD 218-299-5301
CAROL JOHNSON, COUNCILMEMBER, MPLS., 612-673-2213
BOB LONG, COUNCILMEMBER, ST. PAUL, 612-298-4474
KEVIN FRAZELL, CITY ADMINISTRATOR, COTTAGE GROVE 612-458-2800
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ARNE H. CARLSON
GOVERNOR
February 14, 1992
STATE OF MINNESOTA
OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR
130 STATE CAPITOL
SAINT PAUL 55155
The Honorable Kim M. Bergman
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd
Plymouth, MN 55447-1482
Dear Mayor Bergman:
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During the next several weeks, my administration will prepare a budget proposal to present to
the legislature in March. I would like your help.
Typically, the state's budget would not be a major topic in a non -budget year. Last year,
however, individuals and businesses across Minnesota did not earn what they anticipated
earning, leaving the state with a revenue shortfall of more than $340 million for the current
biennium. The February 27 revenue forecast will more closely identify the size of this gap,
and we believe it has probably grown.
Last year, in our effort to close a $2 billion budget gap, the legislature and I held the growth
in government spending to the lowest level in 20 years - 8.6 percent over two years. In the
process, members of the legislature had to make some tough choices and I had to cast some
unpopular vetoes. Unfortunately, we are faced with more painful choices again this year.
Our options are limited. We can tax more. We can spend less, or we can do some of both.
While I oppose a general tax increase, I am open to your suggestions. As Mayor, you have an
understanding of Minnesota's tax and spending systems, and I value your ideas. If you would
like to see a tax increase, I would be interested to know what kind of taxes you propose. If
you propose spending cuts, I would like to know specifically where you think we can cut
without compromising our quality of life in Minnesota.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER CIM FEB 21 '92
40 PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER
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February 14, 1992
Page 2
Please mail your suggestions directly to me by March 4. This need not be more than a hand
written note telling us what to tax or where to cut. I have enclosed some general information
about the state's budget which you may find interesting and helpful.
It is my responsibility to work with the legislature to balance the state's budget. I hope we can
arrive at a solution, early in the 1992 legislative session so that we can spend our time
productively on workers' compensation reform, health care reform, education and public
safety.
Thank you for your help.
Warmest regards,
� , S o�,a
ARNE H. CARLSON
Governor
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: February 14, 1992
TO: James G. Willli✓s, City Manager
FROM: Helen LaFave,''Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: MAYOR'S REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON RECYCLED PAPER
Mayor Bergman called me this week to relay a comment he had
received from a resident regarding the paper used in the Plymouth
News. The resident commented that the paper used in the City
newsletter was not recycled and that it was bleached. Mayor
Bergman asked me to obtain information on this and also on using
soy -based ink.
The paper we currently use is definitely recycled. It is a 50%
recycled stock with 10% being post -consumer waste. The remaining
40% is recycled scrap paper. This is the case with most recycled
papers. The stock we use is also one of the most economical
recycled papers.
Perhaps the resident believed that because the paper is not
speckled it is not recycled. Mark Tremmel from Butler Paper
informed me that speckles in paper does not necessarily indicate
that it is recycled. In fact, some stocks are not recycled at
all and still contain speckles. Nor does the fact that the paper
contains speckles indicate that more post -consumer waste has been
used.
The speckle toned papers are more expensive than the stock we
currently use. For example, the least expensive speckle tone,
50% recycled paper with 10% post -consumer waste (the same ratio
as we currently use) would increase our cost per issue of the
4 -page Plymouth News by $324 and by $2,224 per recreation
booklet/4-page issue. This amounts to an annual increased cost
of $15,288. By changing to a speckle tone paper, we would not be
using a paper that is any more recycled than what we are using
now. If we were to change to a recycled paper with more
post -consumer waste, the price would increase even more.
CIM FEB 21'92
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MAYOR'S REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON RECYCLED PAPER
February 14, 1992
Page 2
The citizen who spoke to Mayor Bergman also expressed concern
about the fact that our paper is bleached. Mark Tremmel informs
me that nearly all recycled papers are bleached as part of the
de -inking process. Our printer did share a paper sample with me
that is made from 100% post -consumer waste and which is not
de -inked. However, the cost of this paper is about twice the
cost of what we are currently using in our newsletter.
At this point, I feel as though we are using.a paper which
represents a compromise of aesthetics, cost, and environmentally
sound printing. I do not recommend changing it.
Mayor Bergman also requested information about using soy -based
inks. I have checked into this. The printer informs me that
using a soy -based ink is possible and it should not change the
appearance of the newsletter. The total annual cost to switch to
a soy -based ink for both the Plymouth News and the recreation
booklet would be $864 (or about an additional $24 per four-page
issue and an additional $120 per recreation booklet/newsletter).
Soy -based ink makes the de -inking process easier when the paper
is recycled.
I believe switching to soy -based ink for printing the City
newsletter would demonstrate leadership on the City's part, at a
relatively economical cost. The increased cost for using
soy -based ink could be offset with a portion of the advertising
revenue generated by the newsletter/ recreation booklet. Please
advise me as to whether or not I should direct our printer to
begin using soy -based ink.
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cc: Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: February 21, 1992
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: SNOW REMOVAL PRACTICES
COUNCIL DIRECTIVE NO. 92-4
At the January 6, 1992 Council meeting the City Council gave the following
directive:
"Superintendent Kolstad to report to Council on equipment/manpower
needs, as well as contingency plans for snow removal during major
snow storms (report to address cul-de-sacs)."
In response to this directive, the following material is attached:
- February.6, 1992 memo from me on snowplowing practices.
- Snow Removal and Ice Control Policy: 1991 - 1992
January 29, 1992 memo from Jim Kolstad, Public Works
Superintendent and Tom Vetsch, Street Supervisor on Snow
Removal Contingency Plan.
Since the two heavy snowfalls this season, Halloween storm and Thanksgiving
storm, we have revised and made changes to our Contingency Snowplowing Plan.
These are explained in the memorandum from Jim Kolstad and Tom Vetsch.
Although a lot of citizens view both snow storms as equal, they were
completely different from a snow removal operation. During the Halloween
snow storm we received approximately 27 inches of snow, but it was over a
continuous three day period. Because of the light intensity rate of this
storm, we were able to keep abreast of the snowfall and completely plowed
the City, including all cul-de-sacs, three times during the snowfall.
During the Thanksgiving snowfall we received approximately 18 inches of snow
in a 12 hour period. Although we did keep our major roadways open to
traffic during the heavy snowfall, we were unable to start work on the
residential streets or cul-de-sacs until the snow ended at approximately
4:00 a.m. Saturday morning.
By 5:00 p.m. Saturday evening all of the areas, including cul-de-sacs,
assigned to City employees had been plowed and opened to traffic. We did
learn of a few misses or exceptions to this the next day. Our problems
occurred in the north central part of the city which is assigned to a
contract snow plower.
ciM FEB 21'92
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SUBJECT: SNOW REMOVAL PRACTICES
February 21, 1992
Page Two
In the -contract plow area, the contractor had one major piece of equipment
break down which caused some delays until they could place another piece of
equipment in operation. Also, the contractor was opening all of the streets
curb to curb including the total cul-de-sacs during their first pass into an
area. This caused them to go much slower through the area and they did not
complete their operation until 8:00 or 9:00 Saturday evening. Within the
city plowing area we had not completed the plowing curb to curb and the
complete removal of snow from the cul-de-sacs, all people were able to get
in and out of their driveways (assuming they had shoveled the snow from
their driveway) within a much shorter time -frame. As stated in Jim and
Tom's memo, we have instructed the contractor to modify his operation in
heavy snowfalls to conform with our practice in order that all citizens can
have access much sooner.
The City's current snowplowing policy is designed to have all streets opened
to traffic, including all cul-de-sacs, within 12 hours of the end of a
normal snow storm. This policy applies to what we consider a normal snow
storm, that of a snowfall between 2'k inches and 8 inches. Since each snow
storm is different, we complete our operations in approximately six hours on
some storms and it takes up to 12 hours on others. As can be seen by the
attached survey taken by Minneapolis after the Halloween snow storm, no
other community surveyed provides a better service. The survey was based on
a 4 inch to 5 inch snowfall.
Minneapolis was taking the survey because of the complaints which they were
receiving on the amount of time to open all of their streets. By the
survey, you can see that most of the suburban cities have a policy to
complete their operation within 8 to 12 hours. The Minneapolis policy is 36
hours. It is also interesting to note that Plymouth has more cul-de-sacs
(525) than any other community included in the survey.
As a result of the two major snow storms this season, I believe we have
refined and revised our Contingency Plan to provide more prompt service to
all citizens of the community in the event of a major snowfall. Jim
Kolstad, Tom Vetsch, and I are not recommending the need for any additional
equipment or personnel for major snowfall events unless the City Council
directs revision to our existing policy regarding our snow removal operation
for a normal snow storm (6 - 12 hours).
Jim, Tom, and I are prepared to discuss our operation in more detail and
answer questions which you and the City Council may have.
FGM:kh
attachments
CC: Jim Kolstad
Tom Vetsch
CIM FEB 21 '92
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH -
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: February 6, 1992
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director ,of Public Works
SUBJECT: SNOW PLOWING PRACTICES
For informational- purposes, attached is a copy of the City's Snow Removal
and Ice Control Policy. There are fifteen snow plow routes which are City
employee responsibility and three contract plow areas in the city. In
addition to these eighteen areas�i•there�- are two city trucks plowing
additional areas which include the three fire stations, City Center parking.
lots; Park -and -Ride lot, Parkers Lake North Subdivision, and "Tangletown".
Also, there are two contractors plowing cul-de-sacs. It is the general
intent of our policy that upon receiving a snowfall of between two and one-
half inches and eight inches to accomplish the following:
1. Have all major streets opened (plowed one path each direction
within four hours).
2. Have all streets opened (plowed one path each direction) within
eight hours after the end of a storm.
3. Have all streets plowed to the curb lines and the snow removed
from cul-de-sacs within 12 hours of the end of a storm.
4. To perform ice control operations (sand and salt) during the
initial part of a storm on major arterial and other streets and
intersections after the initial plowing operation is completed.
As is: in the past, we are using contractors to plow a portion of the City.
The contractors and their areas are as follows:
1. Driveway Design - The Industrial Park area south of Highway 55,
north of County Road 6, and east of Vicksburg Lane.
2. Leuer Farms - All streets north of County Road 9 and west of
Larch Lane; the area between County Road 9, Vicksburg Lane,
Medina Road, and Brockton Lane; and the area east of Larch
Lane, north of Bass Lake and west of Zachary lane. .
CIM FEB 21 '92
SUBJECT: SNOW PLOWING PRACTICES
February 6, 1992
In addition to these streets, Leuers clean the cul-de-sac south
of County Road 9 west of Northwest Boulevard, and east of 1-
494, and both sides of West Medicine Lake Drive northeast of
Highway 55. Also cul-de-sacs north of County Road 6, east of
County Road 101, west of Vicksburg Lane, south of County Road
24.
3. Greenway Lawn Maintenance - To plow all streets within the
Kingswood Farm Addition, including 14 cul-de-sacs.
4. Berthiaume Commercial Lawn and Snow, Inc. (105), Driveway
Design (75), and Leuer Farm (229) to plow cul-de-sacs in areas
through the city. The City does 103 cul-de-sacs.
We have made several minor modifications in our plowing routes for this
winter season. During snow removal operations, when we have received more
than two and one-half inches of snow, there will be thirty-eight pieces of
equipment (public and private) used in the snow removal operation. This
equipment will plow over 200 miles of city streets.
If there are any questions with regard to the policy or our operations,
please let me know and we can discuss then in further detail.
FGM:kh
attachment: Policy
cc: Jim Kolstad
Tom Vetsch
ciM FEB 21'92
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
SNOW REMOVAL AND ICE CONTROL POLICY
1991 — 1992
Plymouth, as part of the fabled Minnesota winter wonderland, frequently receives
generous amounts of snowfall. While these snow falls may excite young children
and outdoor sports enthusiasts, they represent a serious obstacle to many of our
residents as they seek to use the City's streets. During the winter months, the
prime responsibility of the City's Street Division of the Public Works
Department, is to engage in snowplowing and sanding operations. It is the
practice of the City to initiate plowing as soon as possible after a 2 1/2 inch
snowfall in order that streets may be opened to normal traffic. If a substantial
snowfall (five inches or more) is anticipated, the crews.will be out plowing
during the snowfall on major.thoroughfares and collector streets.
Citizens can assist us in meeting our snow removal responsibilities by being
aware of and observing the following City ordinance. "After a snowfall of at
least 2 1/2 inches in the City, parking is prohibited on any public street or
alley until and after that particular street or alley has been plowed and the
snow removed to the curb line. It is unlawful to deposit snow or ice, plowed or
removed from private property, onto the traveled portion of a street, alley, or
public way."
Unlike many cities, Plymouth contracts with independent private contractors for
snow removal for a part of the community. Experience has demonstrated that
private contracting, when coupled with "in-house" crews, yields the best mix of
efficiency and economy in snow and ice control. Private contractors have been
assigned responsibility for snowplowing generally the area north of County Road
9, which is east of Larch Lane, and also within the Industrial Park area on both
sides of I-494. The balance of the City has been divided into fifteen districts
and assigned to specific employees of the City's Street, Sewer and Water, and
Parks Division.
It is the practice of the City to commence sanding operations during all
snowfalls, and snowplowing operations after a snowfall of 2 1/2 inches or more.
City thoroughfares and other major streets will be plowed by 6:30 a.m. on normal
working days. All City streets will be plowed one path in each direction within
eight hours of the end of the snow storm. Cul-de-sacs will be cleaned after the
street is plowed. It is anticipated that the total snowplowing operation will
require between 10 and 12 hours, depending upon the amount and ending time of the
snowfall. Crews will also use sand and salt, in a ration of one part sand to one
part salt, while conducting initial snowplowing operations at railroad crossings
and intersections with traffic signals. Other streets and intersections will
receive salt and sand after the initial plowing operations have been completed.
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SNOW REMOVAL AND ICE CONTROL POLICY
Page' Two
Employees of the City of Plymouth and private contractors working on the City's
behalf will strive to provide prompt and effective snow removal for all City
residents. We recognize, however, that the most efficient service can be
rendered to our citizens if we establish a systematic approach to the plowing in
each district. Accordingly, the Public Works superintendent and operators will
establish snowplowing routes in each of the plowing districts in order to
complete the snowplowing within the district in a most efficient fashion. These
routes will be laid out to facilitate most effective use of our time, fuel, and
equipment.
The City, in its plowing operations, seeks to avoid any damage to private
property. Given the difficult circumstances frequently encountered during the
snowplowing operations, we do occasionally damage private property. One of the
most frequent complaints is damage to mailboxes or sod. In those cases where it
can be clearly demonstrated that the i...o iplow actually struck a mailbox or its
support or dug up sod, the City :or contract plowing firm will assume
responsibility for the damage. It has been our experience that most mailboxes
damaged during snowplowing operations are damaged as a result of snow coming off
snowplows as opposed to the plow actually striking the mailbox or its supports.
In such cases, the City will not repair or replace the mailbox.
The following equipment will be used, by City crews for snowplowing and ice
control during 1991-92:
12 - Trucks equipped with plows, wings, and sanders
1 - Motor grader
2 - Front end loaders with plows
2 - 1 ton type trucks
The private contractors will us'e a combination of equipment, including trucks,
motor graders and loaders to complete their snow and ice control
responsibilities in.the city.
Plymouth residents can be assured that the City will do the best job possible of
keeping streets clear of snow and ice. Plymouth residents can help, however, by
being sure to remove all vehicles from the street.
If you have any questions or desire further information, please call 550-5090.
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: January 29, 1992.
TO: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
FROM: Jim Kolstad, Public Works Superintendent and Tom Vetsch, Street
Supervisor
SUBJECT: SNOW REMOVAL CONTINGENCY PLAN
The Plymouth City Council has asked the Public Works Management to report on
equipment and manpower needs and a contingency plan for snow removal during
major snow storms, particularly addressing cul-de-sac situations.
Presently there are 35 maintenance people. This includes Street Division,
Sewer and Water Division, Parks Division and Mechanics. We have 25 pieces of
equipment that could be used for snow removal. The snow removal pieces of
equipment include 13 dump trucks, two motor graders, two front-end loaders
equipped with plows, seven one ton type vehicles, and an MT snow blower. Of
the 25 pieces of equipment available to us, 17 of them are used for the
typical (4" to 8") snow removal operation. A typical snow removal operation
is one that we can complete in eight to nine hours. The remaining pieces of
equipment (8), are being utilized for other work during the typical snow
removal operation. The extra front-end loader (backhoe) is loading sand, the
five one ton vehicles are either clearing rinks, or working on the hike/bike
trails, including the snow blower working on the bike trails. There is also
two pieces of equipment that are used as standby.
The snow removal operation plan currently being used for the typical snow plow
operation has all Street personnel, five persons borrowed from Sewer and Water
Division, and one from the Parks Division. The Parks Division has enough
employees to work on the rinks and trails while the Street Division is
clearing the streets and walks. The Sewer and Water Division is cut a little
thinner, but still has enough people to check lift stations, operate the
plants, repair a watermain break, and perform other work that comes up.
The acquisition of a new piece of equipment would also require additional
personnel. This is because we now have an equal match for personnel available
to operate the existing equipment, plus operate the treatment plants, and have
mechanics available to be working on equipment as problems arise. If the City
were to acquire more equipment and personnel to handle the large snow storms
more quickly, we would incorporate them into existing routes with the end
result being a quicker snow removal operation in the City during these times
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January 29, 1992
Page Two
of heavy snow. The effect of that, during normal snow falls, would be that we
would have the capability of plowing out the City in some time less than eight
hours. From surveys that have been conducted, eight to twelve hours is the
target time that most municipalities plan for. If we would set up our snow
removal plan to have everybody plowed out in -less than eight hours on the
typical snow fall they would be getting superb snow plowing service.
In the past when additional equipment was purchased we took over plowing areas
done under contract, decreasing contract plowing costs. With the high cost of
this equipment we must utilize it. Additional equipment would not help during
a heavy snowfall unless we plan to down size existing routes.
If the Council wishes to have the City plowed out in a set number of hours
during a major snow fall we would need to know what that number is, so we can
plan accordingly. Bear in mind that if the City were to plowed out in
eight hours after a substantial snowfall, a 3" to 4" snowfall could probably
be done in four hours or less.
The quickest way to improve snow removal of heavy storms is to look at how the
existing equipment, manpower, and contract snow removal people are doing the
work now. Looking at the City equipment and forces first, we would propose to
use every piece of equipment available of the 25 mentioned earlier, on street
snow removal. We would use an additional person from the Sewer and Water
Division, six additional people from the Parks Division and one mechanic for
snow removal. This would mean no snow removal would be done on rinks and
trails for one or two days after the snow has stopped. The Sewer and Water
Division would be left with limited personnel. One mechanic would be utilized
to plow.
The Parks Division Personnel, with one ton vehicles, would start immediately
on cul-de-sacs. They would be working with the cul-de-sac contract snow
plowers. The plan also has four employees for an emergency night shift to
respond to police calls and to keep our arterial open. This would be three
employees from Sewer and Water, one person from Parks and one mechanic. Every
available person at Public Works would be accountable to snow removal with the
exception,of the two Water Treatment Plant operators. This plan assumes that
no one is sick or on vacation. All of these snow plowers would work
continuously until everyone in Plymouth is mobile.
Leuer Bros. plows the portion of the City north of County Rd. 9 and west of
Larch Lane and the Pike Lake areas. After the Thanksgiving storm, meetings
were held to discuss the snow removal operation for that storm and means of
improvement. There were suggestions that would be very beneficial to
implement. Customarily Leuer Bros. would not leave a subdivision until it was
complete. This operation was done during the Thanksgiving Snow Storm. In the
future, not every snow fall will not be done in this manner. The difference
will be that instead of cleaning the entire cul-de-sac they will make one
circle on the outside perimeter of the cul-de-sac to enable people to get to a
plowed road. They will continue this way until their area is complete. When
this is completed, they will then go back and clean out the center of the cul-
de-sacs.
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January 29, 1992
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The residents will no doubt notice the change, generating many phone calls
saying their cul-de-sac was not plowed. They need to be patient because the
contractors will be back to remove the snow out of the center of the cul-de-
sac.
We also discussed a mode of operation whereby they would open up the center of
the road. This again would speed up the operation considerably. The down
side of this is that residents may have to clean the end of their driveway
more than one time. We recognize that this is an inconvenience but this
method will get streets open much quicker and is clearly better for all.
Leuer Bros. uses five pieces of equipment to plow their assigned area and they
have.informed me that they do have a backup piece of equipment. Leuer Bros.
have been instructed to inform us immediately of any breakdowns they
experience or any other reasons they have for being delayed in snow plowing.
If they are falling behind, City snow plows as they become available, would-be
dispatched to the contract area to help them out in opening up the streets.
We are now also able to communicate with them through mobile telephones. The
changes in method of snow plowing (not cleaning the center of cul-de-sacs
first time through) should cut their time down for opening up streets
considerably. Also City crews will be ready to.move in and help out as they
are available.
Berthiaume, Commercial Lawn and Snow is responsible for clearing the snow out
of 170 of our 512 cul-de-sacs. Discussions have taken place with the owners
of Berthiaume Snow Removal Company to improve snow removal in a quicker and
more timely fashion. They have made commitments to the City that they would
have front end loaders available to plow cul-de-sacs. Also they will plan
their work to be able go get to the cul-de-sacs quicker than they have in the
past. This is the area that the Parks personnel with their one tons, would be
dispatched to during major snow storm. They would be clearing cul-de-sacs,
instead of working on rinks and one sidewalks. The combination of these
efforts should allow us to have the people plowed out sooner.
In addition to this, the City snow plow operator will be instructed to start
clearing cul-de-sacs as soon as the streets are opened. There would be no
widening of streets until cul-de-sacs are opened.
With the understanding that all personnel are utilized for snow removal on
streets during major snow falls, and with discussions and changes with the
contractors, I feel improvements' will be made without additional costs
incurred to the City. It would be easier to plan for major storm snow removal
time if we knew what is an acceptable time. We can gear up and have equipment
in place either by acquisition of additional equipment or contract help to
complete the job in any number of hours selected. Keep in mind, however, that
if we do not have major snow storms, we would have significant investments
that may not have an opportunity to be exercised very often.
Each snow storm, although they seem similar, are very much different. Either
in starting and ending times, wind conditions, texture of snow, duration of
storm etc. etc.
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Snow Removal Contingency Plan
January 29, 1992
Page Four
To have all streets opened (not completed) in 12-15 hours after a major snow
fall is on par or exceeds other municipalities. Attached you will find a snow
equipment survey conducted by the City of Minneapolis after the October snow
storm. You will note that the sixteen communities surveyed plan the snow
removal operation to take from eight hours on up for a four to six inch snow
fall. No question that they experience the same delays during heavy snow
falls that we do.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: February 21, 1992
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore'' Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: CHELSEA WOODS AREA (WESTON LANE)
STORM DRAINAGE STUDY
CITY PROJECT NO. 130
At the December 2, 1991 Council meeting a report was presented to the
City Council on six alternatives to correct a drainage problem on Weston
Lane immediately east of the Chelsea Woods area. The City Council
stated a preference for Alternative 3 listed in the study which would
increase two existing storm sewers in the Chelsea Woods area to provide
a larger outlet for Weston Lane. The City Council also directed that
the staff work with the two property owners and other affected property
owners in the area to implement the plan.
Any storm drainage construction within this area requires the approval
of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.
The consulting engineer and I tried to arrange a meeting with the staff
of the Watershed District but were unable to establish a meeting until
after the first of the year. The Watershed District had expended all of
their funds for 1991 and the engineering staff had been directed not to
work on any applications or plans until 1992. Because of the backlog of
work at the first of the year, we were unable to meet until January 27.
On January 13, the consulting engineer forwarded data to the Watershed
District in order that they would have it reviewed for our meeting.
At the meeting the engineer stated that in his opinion the alternate
that was proposed could be undertaken but it would require specific
approval of the Watershed District Board of Managers since it involved
variances to their adopted policies and rules. He gave us more
information on technical data which he would need to evaluate the
proposal against their rules.
This data, along with an application for concept plan approval, was
submitted to the Watershed District on February 10. The application was
considered by the Watershed District at their meeting on February 20.
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SUBJECT: CHELSEA WOODS AREA (WESTON LANE)
STORM DRAINAGE STUDY
February 21, 1992
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Attached is a copy of the report presented by the engineer to the
Watershed District for approval of the concept plan. The Board of
Managers did approve the plan last evening 'subject to the six
recommendations contained within the Engineer's report. Conditions 5
and 6 (adding a skimmer to the outlet and constructing a two stage
control structure) will add some cost to the project, but it will not be
substantial.
Now that we have approval from the Watershed District, we will be
meeting with the affected residents (two property owners on Weston Lane
and the property manager of the Chelsea Woods Association).
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WATERSHED DISTRICT
P.O. Box 387, Wayzata, Minnesota 55391
BOARD OF MANAGERS: James R. Spensley, Pres. • John E. Thomas • Richard R. Miller
Robert D. Erickson • C. Woodrow Love • Clarkson Lindley • Thomas Maple, Jr.
Permit Application No. 92-25: February 14, 1992
Applicant: City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Location: City of Plymouth, Sec. 29DB
:?urpose: Stormwater management plan for replacement of culverts in the "Chelsea Woods"
subdivision northwest of the intersection of Dunkirk Lane and County Road 6.
Enclosed please find the Engineer's report and recommendation for your permit application. The
permit will be reviewed by the Board of Managers on February 20, 1992. The meeting will be
held at the Wayzata City Hall and begin at 7:30 PM.
If you have any questions concerning this report or recommendation, please call Ron Quanbeck at
473-4224.
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Permit Application No. 92-25: February 14, 1992
Applicant: City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd
Plymouth, MN 55447
Location: City of Plymouth, Sec. 29DB
Purpose: Stormwater management plan for replacement of culverts in the "Chelsea Woods"
subdivision northwest of the intersection of Dunldrk Lane and County Road 6.
Applicable Rules: Rule B - Stormwater Management Plan for Individual Projects
Exhibits Reviewed:
1. Permit Application 92-25 received February 10, 1992.
2 Plymouth Storm Drainage Plan dated November 1980.
3. Letter from the applicant to the District dated February 10, 1992.
4. Letter from the applicant's engineer to the applicant dated January 13, 1992.
5. Hydrologic calculations dated February 9, 1992.
Staff Review Summar:
The project involves modifications to the stormwater system in the "Chelsea Woods" subdivision .
located north of County Rd. 6 between Dunkirk Lane and Vicksburg Lane in the City of Plymouth.
The outlet of Plymouth Stormwater Management Plan Pond GL -P17 in the center of the
subdivision is proposed to be 36 -inch diameter culvert replacing the existing 27 -inch diameter
culvert. In addition, a small pond, GL -P19 immediately upstream from GL -P17 would have a 36 -
inch diameter culvert installed replacing an existing 18 -inch diameter culvert. These modifications
are intended to relieve flooding problems of 2 houses east of Weston Lane upstream of GL -P19
caused by high water levels in the 2 stormwater management ponds during extreme storm events.
In addition, a berm at the north end of the subdivision is to be raised 0.5 feet to provide greater
storage volume in upstream ponds.
The GL -P17 Pond discharges west into a small pond which flows south to a drainageway crossing
beneath County Rd. 6 which then discharges into the north end of Gleason Lake. Modification to
this drainage system was reviewed and approved under MCWD Permit No. 84-97. A detailed
computer simulation model was used at that time to determine the effect of high flows on the
drainageways downstream of County Rd. 6. The City of Plymouth Storm Drainage Study which
was approved by the Board specifies a 30 -inch diameter outlet for Pond GL -P17. Replacement of
the existing 27 -inch diameter pipe with a 30 -inch diameter pipe would result in flood elevations at
Weston Lane approximately equal to the low house elevation.
This project, as proposed, will require a variance to District rate control rules. Flows discharged
through the new culvert from Pond GL -P17 will increase. Hydrologic modelling associated with
MCWD Permit No. 84-97 indicates that the drainageway downstream from County Rd. 6 is
adequate to handle the projected flows. As proposed, the project will provide 0.7 feet of freeboard
above the projected 100 -year frequency flood elevation for the low house east of Weston Lane
which would flood under existing conditions. In addition, increasing the berm height at the north
end of the project will raise pond elevations to the north in the subdivisions of the Vicksburg West
area. Existing conditions provide 2 feet of freeboard. The proposed conditions will provide 1.5
feet of freeboard. In the past the District has recommended a minimum of 2 feet of freeboard
above the projected 100 -year frequency flood elevation. In addition, proper rights must be
obtained for the
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increased flood elevations in the Vicksburg West area. The applicant requests concept approval of
the plan following which detailed construction plans will be prepared. These plans would require
further review and approval by the Board of Managers. Staff recommends that the applicant
endeavor to maximize the stormwater storage volume in the stormwater management ponds during
preparation of construction plans.
Approval of the plan concept and table the permit application pending receipt of:
1. Construction plans conforming with District standards for a project of this type.
2. Proper rights for increased flood elevations caused by this project in the Vicksburg West
area.
3. Erosion control plan showing proposed methods for retaining waterbome sediments on site
during the period of construction and how the site will be restored, covered, or revegetated
after construction.
4_ Correctly completed and signed permit application.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: February 20, 1992
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD IMPROVEMENTS
VICKSBURG LANE TO FERNBROOK LANE
CITY PROJECT NO. 907
On February 3 the City Council approved the Negative Declaration (no
need for an Environmental Impact Statement) on the proposed Schmidt Lake
Road from Vicksburg Lane to I-494. The Council also adopted a
resolution stating that the preferred alignment was Alternate No. 2.
This alignment is approximately 300 feet northerly of the existing
platted right-of-way adjacent to the Silverthorne/Tyrell Additions.
The alternate alignment is in the property owned by Laurent Builders and
included in the previously approved preliminary plat for the
Silverthorne Addition. I had previously met several times with Gary
Laurent to discuss the alternate alignment and the impact it may have on
their property.
On February 14, Dan Faulkner and I met with Gary Laurent and Roger
Anderson, the consulting engineer for Laurent Builders. The purpose of
the meeting was to discuss the alternate alignment and how the proposed
development could be modified to include the new alignment for Schmidt
Lake Road. Also, we discussed the property which the City has purchased
immediately east of the Laurent property. A majority of the City
property is wetland, but there are small ,portions which should be
incorporated within any plat for the Silverthorne Addition.
At the conclusion of our meeting, Gary Laurent instructed his consulting
engineer to prepare concept plans for a revised preliminary plat with
the alternate alignment for Schmidt Lake Road. These are expected to be
completed by March 6.
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SITE
CENTENNIAL LAKES PRESENTATION
SEPTEMBER 11, 1989
PROJECT AREA: 90+ ACRES
84 ACRES OWNED BY HEDBERG
3 ACRES IN BLOOMINGTON
7 ACRES BY DECOURCY
SAND AND GRAVEL MINING OPERATION
RUN BY HEDBERG AND SONS SINCE THE LATE 40'S
PROPERTY EXTENDS FROM FRANCE ON WEST TO EDINBOROUGH ON EAST
DAYTON'S HOME STORE ON NORTH TO BLOOMINGTON'BOUNDARY ON SOUTH
DEVELOPERS
TWO FINANCIAL DEVELOPMENT ENTITIES ARE UNITED PROPERTIES AND EDINA
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
SUBDEVELOPERS
LAUKKA DEVELOPMENT GABBERT & BECK
EAGLE ENTERPRISES GABBERT & BECK AND GENERAL CINEMA
PRINCIPALS OF MOST ARE EDINA RESIDENTS
DEVELOPMENT
MULTI -PHASE PROJECT
OVERALL PROJECT
ALMOST 2.9 MILLION SQUARE FEET OF PRIVATE DEVELOPMENT
OFFICE 1,250,000
RETAIL 202,000
THEATRE 39,000 (2,644 SEATS)
HOUSING 44-, &Off DWELLING UNITS
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FRANCE AVENUE - HOTEL (BLOOMINGTON) 250 (I) ROOMS
NON-RESIDENTIAL
NORTH TO SOUTH
THEATRE - 2644 SEATS
8 SCREENS
NEW SOUTHDALE THEATRE
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MEDICAL OFFICE - EAGLE ENTERPRISES
6 STORIES
106,000 SQUARE FEET
CENTENNIAL LAKES PLAZA - GABBERT & BECK
202,000 SQUARE FEET RETAIL
TENANTS:
ODEGAARD BOOKS
KIDS R US
HIGHLANDS SUPERSTORE
OFFICE WORLD
F & M DRUGS/BEAUTY
MULTI -TENANT OFFICE - UNITED PROPERTIES
1,150,000 SQUARE FEET
11 - 13 -STORIES
EAST SIDE RESIDENTIAL - LAUKKA DEVELOPMENT -
PARCEL A (NORTH OF PARKLAWN)
400 DWELLING UNITS
PARCEL C (BETWEEN PARKLAWN AND WEST 76TH)
260 DWELLING UNITS (CONDOMINIUMS)
PARCEL E (SOUTH OF WEST 76TH STREET)
400 DWELLING UNITS
PUBLIC PARK
SEPARATES RESIDENTIAL FROM NON-RESIDENTIAL
SIZE: 24+ ACRES
ABOUT 10 ACRES OF WATER
STORM SEWER PONDING NEEDS HAVE DICTATED PARK DESIGN
AREA HAS NEED FOR 34 ACTUAL FEET OF STORM WATER STORAGE
PONDING SYSTEM DESIGNED TO ACCOMMODATE STORM WATER PONDING NEEDS YET
PROVIDE AMENITIES
PARK FEATURES
6,000 SQUARE FOOT PARK BUILDING
MEETING ROOMS
CONCESSION STAND
REST ROOMS
EQUIPMENT RENTAL
COURT GAMES - LAWN BOWLING - CROQUET
ENVIRONMENTAL GOLF COURSE
AMPHITHEATRE
WALKWAYS, PLAZAS, ETC.
TRANSIT SYSTEM
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- WILL CONNECT EDINBOROUGH ON SOUTH AND EAST AND SOUTHDALE FAIRVIEW ON
NORTH THROUGH GALLERIA, SOUTHDALE
- SPECIAL LEGISLATION
- RUBBER TIRED VEHICLE
PHASE I
MEDICAL OFFICE
THEATRE
RETAIL
PARCEL C HOUSING
PHASE 1 OFFICE
CENTRAL PARK AND NORTH PARK POND PARK IMPROVEMENTS ALONG WEST SIDE OF
-� CENTRAL PARK AND SAME AGREEMENT ON NORTH PARK
CITY/HRA INVOLVEMENT
PROPkRTY IN T.I.F. DISTRICT
HRA AS ACQUIRED CENTRAL'AIVD NORTH PARK AND WILL FINANCE DEVELOPMENT
HRA INVOLVED IN HOUSING PROJECT IN ORDER TO PROVIDE HOUSING FOR
MODERATE INCOME HOME BUYERS, GENERALLY FIRST TIME BUYERS
- PROVIDE BETTER DEMOGRAPHIC MIX IN CITY
- HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO EMPLOYMENT
- PROVIDE REVOLVING FUND WHEREBY FIRST PURCHASE OF UNIT DOES NOT
POCKET THE PUBLIC ASSISTANCE
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FACT SHEET
Location
Centennial Lakes is located in south Edina, between Dayton's Home
Store on the north and I-494 on the south. The 100 acre site
encompassing Centennial Lakes has excellent access to the
Minneapolis/St. Paul Airport and the regional highway
transportation system. The property lies northeast of the
intersection of France Avenue and I-494 and within one mile of
two other major north/south thoroughfars,35and
three-quarters
Highway 100. The wester:: edge of the property has
of a mile of frontage on rance Avenue, one of the most
prestigious retail and commercial addresses in the Twin Cities.
The name Centennial Lakes was chosen in part to commemorate the
100th Anniversary of the City of Edina, which was celebrated by
Edina in 1988, the year the project commenced development.
The Developers
Centennial Lakes is being developed by a unique public/private
partnership which includes a consortium of developers along with
the City of Edina. In addition to the City's involvement through
its Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA), there are four
private sector developers, each of whom is responsible for a
portion of the project. The overall lead developer for the
project is United Properties Development Company, one of the
oldest and largest commercial real estate developers in the
region. At the project's inception, United selected other
co -developers for the team including Gabbert s Beck (retail),
L.A. Laukka Development Company (condominium housing), and Eagle
Enterprises (medical lce). This years beforeonsortium Centennialnd the HLakes became worked
as a team forrnearlY two
reality.
master Plannin
To tie the entire development together and to provide a plan for
the public areas, United Properties engaged BRW, a nationally
recognized planning, architectural, and engineering firm. BRW is
well known for its work on the Edinborough project in Edina, the
Nicollet Mall, and several other Twin Cities projects.- one of
the key challenges of the project was to convert the "problem" of
unusual storm water retention requirements for the site into a
major benefit in the form of a lake amenity.
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Timeline/Cost
United Properties and the HRA finalized the acquisition of the
land for Centennial Lakes in October 1988. centennial Lakes will
be developed over a period of between 10 and 12 years and could
ultimately cost as much as $300-emillion to complete. The Phase I
portion of the development was completed during the first half of.
1991 and includes a major portion of the public park amenity, a
retail shopping center, eight screen movie theater, 176
residential condominium units, and a medical office building,
together representing nearly $100 million of investment. Future
phases of the master planned development will add more
residential units, several office buildings, and a hotel.
Groundbreaking for the Centennial Lakes project took place in
February 1989 with the commencement of the first residential
condominiums. Groundbreaking on the retail, theater, and medical
office portion of the development occurred in the spring, 1989
with completions in early 1990. office development will commence
on the south portion of the site once a major tenant is secured.
Overall Development: United Properties Development Compare
United Properties was responsible for arranging the acquisition
of the 100 acre site and completing the redevelopment agreement
with the Edina HAA. United has directed the master planning and
has "hand picked" the co -developers for Centennial Lakes.
Through various joint ventures or partnerships, United maintains
ownership interests in portions of the Phase I development. Once
a major anchor tenant is secured, phase I of the office portion
of Centennial Lakes will commence construction. The property is
zoned for up to 1.2 million square feet of office space, mostly
planned to be, built around the southern extension of Centennial
Lake adjacent to the public park amenity. The designated
architect for the office space is the highly acclaimed firm of
Smallwood, Reynolds, Stewart, Stewart and Associates of Atlanta,
Georgia.
Resi
ntial Development: L.A. Laukka Development Company/United
r ti—es
The Village Homes at Centennial Lakes will ultimately include 268
condominium units on the six acre parcel across the lake from the
Centrum Park Building. As of June 1991, 176 housing units have
been completed. Up to 1,100 housing units are planned at
Centennial Lakes, most of which will be built along the eastern
edge of the Centennial Lake and Park. The village Homes at
Centennial Lakes are being constructed with assistance from the
City of Edina under a program geared to attract moderate income
home buyers. Patterned after the highly successful Edinborough
Condominium Development, the village Homes at Centennial Lakes
have experienced a rapid pace of sales and have been particularly
attractive to first time home buyers. The architect for the
Village Homes project is the firm of Architectural Forum, Inc.
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Retail Development: Gabbert & Beck, Inc.
The 200,000 square foot Centennial Lakes Plaza was completed in
the spring of 1990 by Gabbert & Beck, one of Edina's most active
retail developers. Gabbert & Beck also developed and own the
successful Galleria shopping center in Edina. The Centennial
Lakes Plaza is now 99% leased and occupied by tenants such as
Kids -R -Us, Office Max, F&M Drug, Austad's Golf, odegard Books,
MCDonalds Restaurant, 0 -Cucumbers Restaurant, and Two Guys from
Italy Restaurant. The site is planned so that parking for the
public park and access to the Centrum Building are all integrated
within the retail project.
Centennial Lakes Theater: Gabbert & Beck/United Properties
A 39,000 square foot, 2,600 seat movie theater has been completed
by Gabbert & Beck and United Properties for lease to General
Cinema. The theater complex features eight screens with theaters
ranging in size from 200 to 500 seats. The theater building has
over 250 dedicated parking spaces, but also utilizes a creative
shared parking arrangement with the adjacent medical office
building. This shared parking arrangement takes advantage of the
differing peak parking needs of the two fac'.1ities and eliminates
the construction of unnecessary parking ar. ; thereby reserving
more public park and open green space.
Medical office Building: Ea le Enterprises
Eagle Enterprises has completed a six -story, 106,000 square foot
medical office building which is now 99% occupied. The building
features an Urgent Care Center, Rossini's acestaurant, and many
well known medical and dental practices. The architect for the
medical building is the firm of BRW, Inc. Eagle Enterprises is
currently working with United Properties in the planning of a
second medical office building on one of the south parcels of
Centennial Lakes.
Public Park: city of Edina
The Centennial Lakes Park is being planned by the firm of BRW, in
cooperation with Edina park officials, and promises to be one of
the most distinctive public areas in the Twin Cities. Totaling
25 acres, the outdoor urban park will feature a 10 -acre manmade
lake which also serves as a major storm water retention basin for
the southeast Edina area. The park contains walking and biking
paths, an amphitheater, playground area, and extensive
landscaping resembling an urban arboretum. Provisions have been
made for a right of way for a public transit vehicle (jitney)
which is to run from the Edinborough Park project through
Centennial Lakes down to the Galleria and the Southdale Shopping
Center. The 7,000 square foot Centrum Building is the focal
point of the public park and features a concession stand, skating
rentals, and large meeting rooms. As the public park is enhanced
and expanded in the years ahead, additional amenities are planned
such as an environmental golf putting course,.additional picnic
areas and plaza areas, and an extension of the Centennial Lake to
the now vacant south section of the property. The Centennial
Lakes Park is a unique amenity programmed and operated by the
City of Edina along with its highly acclaimed Edinborough Park
(an indoor public park) which was completed in 1987.
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Contact: -Arijs Pakalns
BRW, Inc. (612) 370-0700
FOR NEWS RELEASE
R 4'June 13, 1991
CENTENNIAL LAKES PARK
at Centennial Lakes
Edina, Minnesota -- Centennial Lakes i"s an extensive, 100 -acre,
multi -use development located in the City of Edina, a first-tier
B RW INC. suburb southwest of Minneapolis. The Centennial Lakes project was
developed under a unique public/private partnership involving four
different developers and the City. The Phase I development
includes an eight -screen movie theater, a 120.,000 -square -foot
medical office building, a two-level, 220,000 -square -foot retail
center, and a 270 -unit residential complex. Future developments
will add 1,000 housing units and 1,200,000 square feet of office
space. In addition to the private *developments, Centennial Lakes
also contains a 10 -acre pond surrounded by „the 16 acre multifac-
eted Centennial Lakes Park. R
Flanning
Tiampnrtatiun
Engintering
Urban Design
Thresher Square
700 Third Street So.
Minneapolis,
MN 55415
6121370-0700
Fax 612/370-1378
Minneapolis
Phoenix
Deriver
St. Petenburq
San Dlspa
Seattle
Donald W. Ringrose
Richard P. Wolsfckl
Peter E. Jarvis
Thomas F. Carroll
Crate A. Amundsen
Donald E. Hunt
John H. McNaaara
Richard D. Pilgrim
Dale N. Becktrunn
Jeffrey L. &Tion
Ralph C. Blum
Gary 1. Erickson
John C. Lynch
Faul N. ling
The implementation of the project required a comprehensive multi-
disciplinary design approach. BRW, Inc., a Minneapolis-based
multidisciplinary design firm, was selected to develop the overall
master. plan for the project as well as.the detailed designs,
prepare construction documents, and perform construction observa-
tion for all private development site work, all public streets,
utilities, and roadway bridges, and the Centennial Lakes Park. BRW
also was responsible for designing the medical office building,
the retail center, and the park headquarters building. The
Centennial Lakes project was conceived to respond to and resolve a
number of issues and goals established by the developers and the
City. The project represents a world-class development that
organizes a number of different land uses around a one -of -a -kind
public open space. It creates a vital round-the-clock environment
in which people can live., work, shop, and pursue their recreation-
al needs within the boundaries of the development. The project
also incorporates a transitway which will link it to all the other
uses in the Southeast Edina sector, it transforms a storm water
problem into a public amenity, and it incorporates a unique public
park which consists of a necklace of varied spaces which serve
different recreation needs.
The Centennial Lakes Park is designed for year-round
activities ranging from leisurely walking and sitting
formal garden or on the swinging benches, to watching
civic performances and events in the central plaza or
1,000 -seat amphitheater, to ice-skating in winter on
cally-cleaned and lighted paths on the pond. Future
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activity.areas include field -games and an adventure playground,
lawn bowling and croquet courts, and an environmental golf putting
course. The pond; besides accommodating storm water runoff, also
serves recreational boaters and as a place to hold radio -con-
trolled boat competitions. In addition, the park headquarters
building offers space for meetings and special events, and it
serves as thq social center and control point for the Park.
The Park design incorporates a number of special features. which
give the Park its unique character and image. The three main
design features are the distinct spatial arrangement, the strong,
coordinated design theme, and the intense landscaping treatments.
Because of the extremely complex and constrained nature of the
site, the Park was designed as a sequence of distinct spaces
strung like a necklace around the pond. Each space serves a
different activity or function and each has its own unique fea-
tures and appearance. The spatial quality varies from the rela-
tively -formal treatment of the central plaza with the large,
interactive play fountain at the headquarters building to the more
"natural" and informal spaces which will be developed on the east
side of the pond such as the "north woods" area which will be very
densely landscaped like a northern forest to provide contrast and
variety. Other special spaces include: the formal garden; the
large seating/observation steps; the "balcony," with the large
outdoor fireplace, on the east side of the headquarters building
which will serve as an outdoor gathering area in the summer as
well as for skaters in winter; the swinging bench promenade; the
meadow with large boulders and specimen pine trees; and the
"cloistered" gravel walk.
Since the Park is located in a densely urbanized area, intertwined
among- commercial. and residential developments, it was essential to
give the Park a strong and distinct design theme which would
provide it with its own identity and image. The special palette
of materials which was selected for the Park includes: buff/pink
integrally -colored concrete walks with special accent concrete
pavers and bands; custom-designed light fixtures, bollards,
railings,:and specialty -items painted the distinct Centennial
Lakes Park -maroon color; custom-designed pedestrian bridges with
built-in ornamental lighting which will let skaters pass under-
neath in winter; a selection -of varied styles of teak wood furni-
ture including the swinging benches; large granite stone boulders
arranged in groups, inset in the concrete walks, or as an edge
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treatment for the pond; and granite sculptural blocks around the
central plaza fountain. The design theme is also expressed in the
West 76th Street. bridge, with its integrally -colored concrete
treatments and theme railings and lights, and in the inset diamond
pavement pattern in the access street sidewalks throughout the
project area which "lead" visitors to the Park. -
In order to create a park feeling and to screen critical areas
along the Park periphery, a very intensive and directed landscap-
ing program was creatid for the- Park.. Unique groupings and
combinations of landscaping material are used to identify the
individual spaces, to frame views, and to define the boundaries of
the Park. Rows and clusters of trees line pedestrian walks., dense
clustering of evergreens create unique settings, and extensive os:
of flowering shrubs as well as annual and perennial flowers color
the Park. A sound system for public events and festivals is
incorporated as part of the landscaping, and the landscaping
treatments are highlighted at night by special lighting.
CENTENNIAL LAKES PARK DESIGN TEAM
Master Planning and Design:
BRW, Inc.
Principal-In-Charge'.-
Project
rincipal-In-Charge'Project Lead Designer:
Design Team:
Civil Engineering:
BRW, Inc.
Electrical Engineering:
Dunham Associates
Sound Systems:
MTS •Sound, Inc.
Peter Jarvis, AICD
Arijs Pakalns, AIA, AICP
Tom Harrington, ASLA
Christine McGinnis, ASLA
Michael•Schroeder, ASLA
CENTENNIAL LAKES PARK HEADQUARTERS BUILDING
Architect:
BRW Architects
Project Architect Dennis Sutliff, AIA
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MINNESOTA BOWHUNTER EDUCATION SEMINAR
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Enforcement Division
TOPICS:
* Bowhunter Responsibilities
* Proper Equipment Safety i Game Laws
* Bow Hunting Techniques
* Game Recovery b Care of Game
* Wildlife Conservation
* Survival i First Aid
Participants must be 12 years or older.
12-17 year olds must have Firearm Safety Certificate.
(Bring certificate number.)
SATURDAY, JUNE 13; 1992
Plymouth City Center Lunchroom
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Bring a bag lunch.)
If you have questions on the class, call Howard or
Dottie Bork at 522-4903.
Class limited to the first 25 registered.
COST: $6:00 (includes a $1 donation to cover the
cost of registration and administration)
Participants receive an I.D. card, arm badge, and
Informative reference materials.
Register with Plymouth Parks i Recreation,
3400 Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth 55447, 550-5130
PARTICIPANT: PHONE. (home)
ADDRESS: C17Y:
C n SEX: M_F AGE GRADE:
F o CLASS NO: 192-1
CLASS NAME: Bowhunter Safety
DATE(S): 6/13/92
4 � p "' DAY(S): M Tu W Th F Sa Su
TIME: 8 a ID t
` LOCATION: Plymouth City Center
PICK-UP POINT:
CamTEAM NAME:
SPECIAL NEEDS/DISABILITIES:
(work)
STATE: ZIP.
WAIVER FOR PARTICIPANT
In consideration of your accepting this entry, I hereby, for
myself and my heirs, waiver any and all rights and claims for
damages I may have against the City of Plymouth, and its
representatives for any and all injuries from whatever cause
suffered by the above participant in the indicated activity.
SIGNATURE:
OFFICE USE ONLY CIM FEB 21 '92
FEEPAID $6.00 DATE
RECEIVED BY:
NOTES
JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 17r 1992
1. Jim Willis is to check with Peter Jarvis regarding the
Centennial Lakes Development in Edina. What was the public
contribution to this project? How was it structured? What
made it possible for them to establish an integrated
commercial retail area?
2. Staff is to prepare a letter for the Mayor for review by the
Planning Commission. The letter would invite downtown
Plymouth land owners and potential developers of the area to
participate in a forum conducted by the Planning Commission.
The purpose of the forum is to ascertain what steps are
necessary to encourage timely development of the area known
as downtown Plymouth.
3. The City Attorney should advise the City Council with
respect to the "drop dead date" provision for land use guide
plan amendments.
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January 16, 1992
Page 1
Present: Commissioners Anderson, Gutzke, Johnson, Waage, Wahl and Watson;
staff Bisek, Blank and Pederson, Councilman Edson
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7 p.m. in the council conference room.
Director Blank recommended that a Chair and a Vice Chair needed to be
appointed by the members of PRAC. Commissioner Waage nominated Don
Anderson to be Chair. No other nominations were made. Commissioners
voted unanimously to appoint Anderson as the new Chair of PRAC. Tom
Johnson and Mark Wahl nominated Marlene Waage to be Vice Chair. No other
nominations were made. Commissioners then voted. unanimously to appoint
Waage as Vice Chair.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made and seconded to approve the minutes of the December
meeting as presented. The motion carried with all ayes.
3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
a. Athletic Associations. None were present.
b. Staff. Mary announced that the employee of the month for December is
Bonnie Dow, one of our fitness instructors. Bonnie teaches three
different types of fitness classes, body conditioning workout, which
focuses on toning and strengthening the body without aerobics, yoga,
and a back -in -shape class, especially for people experiencing back
problems. The employee of the month for January is Joanne Shore, who
teaches art workshops for adults and children. Joanne started as a
participant in one of our classes and later became an instructor.
Mary stated that 202 students from Plymouth Middle School have
enrolled in the Plymouth Middle School Ski Club which is sponsored
cooperatively by the school and our department. Members of the club
can go on ski trips Fridays after school to various locations such as
Afton Alps, Trollhaugen, and Welch Village.
-Mary mentioned the Fire and Ice Festival coming up on February 1, and
that she needed volunteers from the Commission in two-hour shifts to
supervise the bonfire. A sign-up sheet was distributed.
Another special event coming up is the International Folk Arts
Celebration, which will feature ethnic folk artists displaying and
selling their crafts, ethnic food and entertainment. The event will
be held in March at the Wayzata East Junior High School. Staff member
Karol Greupner applied for and received a $1,200 grant from the State
Arts Board to help fund this project.
4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION
There was no past.Council action to report.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
There was no unfinished business.
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'6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Review 1992 Park Facility Rental Policy and Parkers Rental Policy.
Mary stated that the Parkers Pavilion fee schedule is proposed to be
raised by three percent, with the school district group rate going
from $7.25 per hour to $7.50, non-profit Plymouth group rate going
from $16.50 to $17 per hour, and all other groups going from $27 to
$28 per hour. The hourly rate includes a building attendant who is
always present during a rental. Building attendant duties include
opening and closing the building, setting up tables and chairs if
needed, and general clean-up following an event. Commissioners asked
who typically rents the pavilion and for what purposes. Mary reponded
that the school district uses it for meetings, workshops and small
banquets, and other groups use it for the same purpose as well as baby
showers, birthday parties, graduation parties, wedding receptions,
wedding rehearsal dinners, and even weddings themselves. Kitchen
facilities are not available, so groups wanting food must either have
it catered or do potluck. Occasionally groups will -decline to rent
when they learn there is a "no alcohol" policy. All group rentals -are
scheduled around the park and recreation department's use of the
pavilion. Many classes are held there throughout the year, and in the
winter, it is used as a warming house for about six to eight weeks.
A MOTION MADE BY COMMISSIONER WATSON AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
WAAGE TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE 1992 PARKERS LAKE PAVILION RENTAL
POLICY AND FEE SCHEDULE. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
Commissioner Watson asked if the new open air picnic shelter on the
north side of County Road 6 would be available for groups to rent.
Staff responded that the City Council had discussed that possibility,
but that for now, it should be available on a first-come, first-served
basis. Several commissioners stated they felt it was the ideal
facility for company picnics and family reunions, and that groups like
that would typically want to be able to make a reservation. Without
that option available, the commissioners believed the new shelter
would not be used to its fullest potential.
With the 1992 Park Facility Rental Policy and Fee Schedule, Mary
pointed out that fees had not been raised, and that the $5 non-
resident fee charged to youth athletic associations was being dropped.
The other changes in the policy included requiring a 14 -day advance
request instead of a 7 -day advance, and the loss of a group's damage
deposit if they cancel an event with less than a 30 day notice.
(Deposits are required only on rentals of $200 or more.)
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WAHL AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
GUTZKE TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THE 1992 PARK FACILITY RENTAL POLICY
AND FEE SCHEDULE. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
b. Review 1991 Annual Report Draft. Director Blank explained that by
City code, the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission must do an
annual report of its activities for presentation to the City Council.
He explained that several years ago, the annual reports were much
lengthier, and that it was decided the same information could be
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conveyed in a more concise manner with the use of graphs and charts
and less written text. Director Blank then reviewed the annual
report, section. by section, and asked the commissioners to note the
section on Goals and Objectives. He noted that this section had also
at one time been much longer, with 20 or more goals, but had since
been reduced to these twelve. He invited the commissioners to review
this draft of the annual report and to feel free to make suggestions
for additional goals, to change any goals if they felt it was
necessary, or to change any other part of the annual report, since
this was a draft copy.
7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION
Commissioner Waage asked if there
Council. Director Blank said he
interest in having such a meeting.
would be a joint meeting with the new
believed the Council had indicated an
Commissioner Johnson' asked Director Blank if there was any long term
vision of park and recreation's role in Plymouth. Director Blank .
respundsd that there is a goals and objectives section dealing with park
and recreation in the City's Comprehensive Plan. This portion of the
Comprehensive Plan will be copied and made available at the next PRAC
meeting.
Commissioner Johnson also stated that several members of the Plymouth
Speed Skating Club would be attending the council meeting on January 27 to
request that the maintenance of Parkers Lake speed skating rink be moved
to a higher position on the priority list. At the present time, winter
maintenance of trails is number one, hockey rinks follow in the number two
position and the speed skating oval is number three, with neighborhood
pleasure rinks being the fourth priority.
8. STAFF COMMUNICATION
Director Blank announced that the American Disabilities Act could have an
impact on public playgrounds constructed or remodeled in the future. This
act may require that all new playgrounds be accessible by the handicapped.
At the present time, only the new 10th Avenue Park will have a structure
designed with handicapped accessible features.
Director Blank encouraged commissioners to think about items of discussion
for future meetings, and after a comment was made that 7 p.m. is too early
for PRAC meetings to begin, he said that the meeting time could be changed
back to 7:30 if that would be better for everyone.
The Wayzata School District recently informed the City that we would be
charged $750 per pool this summer when we offer our swimming lesson
program. Director Blank stated that the district is experiencing some
financial difficulties, and that we might face similar charges in the
future for the use of school district facilities to run our programs.
9. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 8:34 p.m.
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Present: Chair Anderson, Commissioners Waage, Watson, Wahl, Gutzke; staff
Bisek, Blank, Kissinger and Pederson
Absent: Commissioner Johnson
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Anderson called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in the Council
conference room.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Waage and seconded by Commissioner
Gutzke to approve the minutes of the January meeting as presented. The
motion carried with all ayes.
3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
a. Athletic Associations. None were present at this meeting.
b. Staff. Mary thanked the park commissioners for assisting with the
bonfire at the Fire and Ice Festival. She explained that the employee
of the month for February would be presented in March, so that Rick
Busch could make the presentation, since the employee is someone that
he supervises.
C. Others. Residents living north of Plymouth Creek Park in the Parkview
Ridge development were present at the meeting, because they recently
learned of a 12 -car parking lot proposed for the northern boundary of
Plymouth Creek Park to be located south of 38th Avenue at Minnesota
Lane. The residents claim there is too much traffic in this area now,
and they fear that a parking lot will only increase the amount of
traffic. They would prefer to have this area left natural, or to have
some sort of playground installed here. Although they recognize the
need for a parking lot at some point in the future, they would prefer
that it be located farther west on 38th Avenue closer to Plymouth
Boulevard. They stated that their development is fairly new, and they
plan to form a homeowners' association. Once that is done, they would
like to meet with PRAC again to help plan something for this area.
Director Blank explained to the residents that the plan for the future
expansion of Plymouth Creek Park is only a concept plan at this time
and has been in existence since 1982. There are no current plans to
go ahead with the parking lot, and it would only be constructed if the
need is eventually demonstrated. Chair Anderson stated that residents
are notified in advance when park development is scheduled in order
for the city to receive their input.
4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION
Council approved the park facilities fee and rental policy as recommended
by PRAC and the rental policy for Parkers Lake Pavilion.
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5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Adopt annual reuort. A draft copy of the annual 'report was
distributed to each commissioner at the January meeting for their
review and comment. Commissioners were invited to make suggestions
for additions or corrections prior to the February meeting, so that
approval of the annual report could take place at that meeting. A
MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WAHL AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
WAAGE TO APPROVE THE 1991 ANNUAL REPORT AND FORWARD IT TO THE CITY
COUNCIL. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Review 1992 recreation fund budget. Mary distributed copies of the
recreation fund budget to the commissioners and gave them a brief
overview of the tax supported and fee supported programs. She also
explained the kinds of items charged off against each of our programs
such as salaries, materials and supplies, uniforms, rental of private
equipment and/or propp:..;, telephones, etc. She indicated that 72% to
81% of the recreation .1get goes to pay the salaries of the part-time
employees needed to run the programs. She explained that
approximately 25% of 'the recreation budget comes from the general
fund, but that the remaining 75% is generated by fees. Commissioners
commented that adult 'softball appears to bring in more revenue than
any other program. Mary stated that it's been somewhat of a dilemna
trying to decide if its fair to permit adult programs to subsidize
children's programs, and right now the softball program's revenues are
used in this way. Mary explained that although the softball program
does produce high revenue, it could be offset somewhat by field
maintenance being charged against it, which currently isn't being
done. Mary went on to explain how we got involved in offering
recreation programs to the citizens of Wayzata and that Wayzata's city
manager has not yet indicated if they want us to continue this
practice in 1992. In -past years, we have contracted with the City of
Wayzata to offer summer swimming lessons, tennis lessons, and to
provide guards for their city beach. In exchange for this service,
they have paid us an administrative fee.
Mary also stated that this year, for the first time, the Wayzata
Community. Education Department will be charging us a rental fee of
$750 per pool to run our summer swimming program. This additional
cost will have to be recovered by charging higher fees for swimming
lessons.
b. Review city forestry program. Don Kissinger gave a short slide
presentation to the commissioners on identifying Dutch elm disease,
the beetles that carry it, and on the city's reforestation program.
He explained that our city crews do two types of plantings throughout
Plymouth, bare root stock and balled/bur lapped. He stated that his
division is responsible for the care and maintenance of the trees,
shrubs, and other plantings located on all city property, including
the parks and trails. He explained that he works with developers in
designing a landscaping plan, and if any of the trees/shrubbery in
that plan fail to grow, the developer must replace them. The forestry
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division will plant several coniferous and deciduous trees in Parkers
Lake Park this spring, which will be located mainly around the
entrance to the tunnel and the fountain area. This is being done as a
way to direct people to the tunnel and away from crossing County Road
6. There are plans also to plant about 70 coniferous trees south of
the Zachary Playfield along County Road 9, which will act as a noise
and sight barrier from the traffic on the road. The forestry division
also includes a weed inspector who inspects about 500 properties per
year, looking for and eliminating noxious weeds. The forestry crew
marked approximately 831 trees this past year suffering from Dutch elm
disease and oak wilt. That number is down from past years. Don feels
this is due in part to there being fewer elm trees, and there was more
plentiful rainfall this year, preventing elm trees from going into a
stressful state, something which the elm beetle can sense.
c. Review goals and obiectives from the Comprehensive Plan. This section
of the Comprehensive Plan was sent to the commissioners in their
packet as an information item. Directly Blank did a brief overview of
the goals and objectives section and explained that the entire
Comprehensive Plan was last updated in 1990.
d. Review park and trail comprehensive plans. Director Blank displayed a
map of the park system plan explaining which parks resulted due to
park dedication and which were purchased by the city. The plan showed
existing parks and future parks. Most of the future parks are in the
northwest corner.of the city, outside the boundaries of the MUSA line.
Director Blank explained that development in this area will be limited
until sewer is extended. He indicated that the city hopes to purchase
14 acres west of the Zachary Playfield and that once this property is
acquired, park development east of I-494 will be completed as proposed
in the parks portion of the Comprehensive Plan, with the exception of
some homes within the boundaries of West Medicine Lake city park. He
explained that except for a park proposed at the corner of Highway 101
and County Road 24, all of southwest Plymouth is completed too. The
second map on display indicated what the trail system will look like
when it is completed, and the third map was a current rendition of the
parks and trails in place as of February, 1992.
e. Review proposal for city acceptance of Deerwood Glen Outlot A.
Director Blank explained that the city has a public trail easement
over this outlot at this time and we are currently maintaining it.
The outlot abuts Rolling Hills Park and was specified in the Deerwood
Glen development contract to be owned and maintained by the Deerwood
Glen homeowners' association. However, ownership was never legally
transferred to the homeowners' association, and they now think it
makes more sense for the city to own the outlot and to make it an
extension of Rolling Hills Park. Director Blank stated that he
supports this view. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER WAAGE AND
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER WAHL TO RECOMMEND THAT COUNCIL ACCEPT TITLE
TO OUTLOT A OF DEERWOOD GLEN FOR INCLUSION IN ROLLING HILLS PARK. THE
MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES.
7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION
Commissioner Watson asked about the possibility of having a canoe rack
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available at Parkers Lake for residents to rent. Director Blank indicated
that we _currently have two racks at Medicine Lake and could probably
relocate one of them to Parkers. This item will be on the March agenda.
8. STAFF COMMUNICATION
Director Blank announced that a commissioners workshop was scheduled
Saturday, February 15,- at the Crystal Community Center, and all
commissioners were invited.
9. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
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BASSETT CREEK WATER MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Minutes of the Meeting of January 16, 1992
Call to Order:
The Bassett Creek Water Management Commission was called to order at 11:40 AM, Thursday,
January 16, 1992, at the Minneapolis Golf Club by Mr. Peter Enck, Chairman.
Roll Call:
Crystal:
Commissioner Bill Monk
Engineer: Len Kremer
Golden Valley:
Alt. Commissioner Dean Chenoweth
Recorder.
Medicine Lake:
Commissioner John OToole
Elaine Anderson
Minneapolis:
Not represented
Corps of Engineers:
Minnetonka:
Not represented
Bill Spychalla
New Hope:
Commissioner Peter Enck
Plymouth:
Alt. Commissioner John Sweeney
Robbinsdale:
Commissioner Jerome Ruffenach
St. Louis Park:
Commissioner Donald Rye
Approval or Correction of Minutes:
It was moved by Mr. Monk and seconded by Mr. Enck that the minutes of the December 19 meeting be
approved. Carried unanimously.
Financial Statements:
Mr. Chenoweth presented the Treasurer's Report as of January 16, 1992, showing a checking account
balance of $6,862.22, an investment balance of $304,882.59, a construction account balance of
$30,120.74 plus the $5,000.00 which is earmarked for Medicine Lake, and a construction escrow
account balance held by Minneapolis totaling $571,251.98 (as of January 2, 1992). The treasurer's
report was filed for audit.
Presentation of Invoices for Payment:
1. It was moved by Mr. Chenoweth and seconded by Mr. Sweeney that the Elaine Anderson's annual
statement of services and expenses, for fiscal year 1991 totaling $3500 for services and $1357 for
expenses be approved for payment. Carried unanimously.
2. It was moved by Mr. Chenoweth and seconded by Mr. Rye that Curt Pearson's annual statement
for services and expenses for fiscal year 1991 totaling $21,855.54 for General Matters and
$22,150.00 for Credits Matters be approved for payment. Carried unanimously.
Communications:
Chairman:
1. Mr. Silberman had communicated with Mr. Enck regarding a change in wording to reflect
"Minneapolis golf courses" in Mr. Pearson's statement. Mr. Pearson's secretary, Ms. Lucy
Hadler, had sent a corrected page to be inserted in the original statement.
2. A thank you had been received for a plant sent to Elaine Anderson at the time of her recent
hospitalization.
3. Mr. Enck had received a communication from the CAD Mapping Department of US Gas which he
had passed on to Mr. Kremer.
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4. The City of Golden Valley had sent a copy of their official resolution regarding the construction of
relocation projects.
5. Robbinsdale has approved the abovementioned resolution and will be sending an official copy to
Elaine Anderson for the official files.
6. Mr. Enck had had a communication from William Peterson and Associaates to the effect they would
like to be considered as Commission Counsel. A letter was sent to thank him for his interest but to
tell him that we had already gone through the review process and done the awarding for the next
two-year period.
7. Mr. Erick had received a communication from the Bureau of Water and Soil Resources.
Engineer
1. Mr. Kremer indicated that resolutions had not been received from Minneapolis and Medicine Lake.
2. Mr. Kremer had had a letter from the Metropolitan Council asking for information they will use as
part of some studies they are doing on water quality in the metropolitan area. It consisted of a 4 -
page form which Mr. Kremer will prepare and return.
3. A request had been received from MnDOT for comments on their proposed EIS for the
improvement of Highway 12 west of Highway 101 which is outside of the watershed and therefore
does not affect the Commission.
4. Mr. Kremer had met with a resident whose property adjoins the existing control structure near
Medicine Lake. He wants the new structure further from his property. There are some problems
locating it in an area where it will satisfy the residents. Mr. Kremer said he will discuss the matter
with DNR representatives.
5. Mr. Kremer had met with representatives of the Golden Valley Golf Club and the City of Golden
Valley regarding right-of-way for the control structure. The Corps of Engineers does not want to
proceed with final engineering work until they have assurances that the right-of-way will be
provided. They have had difficulty getting a permit from the DNR and they are concerned about
getting a permit for the riprapping. They want the two projects tied together (the riprapping and the
control structure). It would add some additional work obtaining the permit. Chairman Erick
suggested that we meet with the DNR to explain what needs to be done and get their verbal
approval for the project which will be submitted in the future. Mr. Kremer said that timing is a
problem. He indicated we should express our concern to the DNR and tell them the Commission
supports both the control structure and the erosion control project but that we need to know what
the DNR concerns are now.
Corps of Engineers:
1. Mr. Spychalla stated that the two year extension to the project request has been sent to Chicago and
Washington. Verbal approval has been received and written approval will likely be received soon.
2. Double box culvert. Notices have been sent out that the preliminary final inspection will be made
next week. The diversion of Bassett Creek could occur within days after that. A press release will
be issued. Chairman Erick asked Mr. Spychalla to see if anyone wants to attend and that they be
notified. The Corps will work with Mr. Kremer on publicity.
3. Evaluation of Wirth Park appraisal has not been received.
4. General Patton, Division Engineer of the Corps, will retire and head the Louisiana Department of
Transportation.
5. The St. Paul District will be staying in St. Paul for several years. They were not included in the
DOD Base Closing bill.
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Commissioners:
Mr. Rye briefed the Commission on the Groundwater Committee: The last meeting had been attended
only by municipal representatives who expressed strong reservations -about the implemental structure of
the draft report. Mr. Rye said that they want to have a meeting of municipality representatives and
county representatives to see what can be done. They want to rework the document and explore the
input with cities etc.
New Business:
1. A request was received for review of the Bridlewood Farm plan to divert drainage from 40 acres of
land in the Minnehaha Creek watershed east into the Bassett Creek watershed. The proposed
diversion was presented at the May 16, 1991, Commission meeting. The request for diversion was
tabled at that meeting because of insufficient information to demonstrate the need for a diversion to
Bassett Creek watershed and because it was not adequately demonstrated that water"quality in the
Bassett Creek Watershed would be unaffected. Based on our October 28, 1991, letter to the City of
Plymouth, the developer has proposed to provide six (6) acre-feet of additional storage at the
Jordan site located downstream of Bridlewood Farms
Mr. Bill Pritchard of Orrin Thompson Homes and Mr. Greg Frank of McCombs Frank Roos
Associates were in attendance and were introduced to the Commission by Mr. Kremer.
Mr. Kremer's recommendation: The proposed water quality mitigation appears to be adequate, the
developer has submitted additional information to support the need for the diversion. The
additional information will be presented at the meeting. The diversion is minor in terms of total
acreage, approximately 40 acres, and the quantity and quality has been proposed to be mitigated.
Discussion:
As stated above the developer has proposed to mitigate by providing additional pond area so that
peak discharge would not be any greater than it was without the drainage area. In addition, the
developer will provide dead storage so that there would not be any water quality impact on
Medicine Lake.
Mr. Kremer has had calls from property owners downstream of this area in Medina. They are
concerned about the development if it would drain their way. Mr. Kremer said the best option
would be to divert the 40 acres to Bassett Creek. Forty percent of the site drains to the west. The
site is in three watersheds.
Mr. Pritchard has talked to a Mr. Cook of Medina. Medina does not have a comprehensive
stormwater plan providing for drainage to the west. They want it diverted to the east.
If a permit would be granted for these acres, it would be agreeable to have an annual review of the
effectiveness of the water quality features.
Mr. Kremer said that Mr. Moore had suggested than an agreement be made between Medina and
Bassett Creek to work cooperatively on these issues.
It was questioned whether we should amend our boundaries. This would consist of having a legal
boundary drafted, publicizing the change, and having a hearing. Minnehaha Creek Watershed
would have to have a hearing to change their boundaries.
IIt was questioned whether we should get help from the developer with costs for acquiring the legal
description, doing the publicizing, going through the BWSR, and for staff time involved
coordinating with the Minnehaha Creek watershed
The Commission has a policy on diversions which was reviewed.
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Mr. Monk expressed discomfort with the 40 acre diversion. He questioned whether there was
enough ponding. Mr. Kremer replied that according to the City of Plymouth the diversion would
not increase discharge. A condition of approval is that the diversion be constructed upstream of
Medicine Lake for water quality enhancement. The dead storage ponds will be on the land which
Thompson Homes owns.
Discussion followed as to whether or not the effect would be less than negligible.
Mr. Rye questioned whether or not the property where the water quality storage will be built is to
be held as private property or if there will be a restrictive covenant that would be registered.
Mr. O'Toole asked when the easements would be obtained. Mr. Pritchard of Orrin Thompson
homes said they would build when needed but that they require the easement now. They would
provide an easement when a plat is prepared for the property.
There must be a proviso that the dead storage has to be provided in a recordable covenant.
Mr. Kremer asked what the schedule is for the development plans for the property. They hope to
start planning in June but it is possible this could be delayed until Fall.
It was asked whether Plymouth could insure that the water quality storage is built. Plymouth could
do it through a developer's agreement.
Both Mr. Ruffenach and Mr. O"Toole expressed that they liked the covenant idea.
Mr. Monk stated that if we approve it does it include a certain amount of dead storage within this
certain size diversion. Will this be provided at the initial stage of construction?
It was stated that this would be at the second stage of construction.
Tabling was suggested and Mr. Pritchard was again questioned regarding a time frame. He replied
that grading should be done this Spring, utilities this summer, and construction this Fall but that it
could be tabled for a month.
Mr. Monk said he considered the dead storage critical. He said he didn't object to the diversion but
that he would like to have the storage in place.
It was emphasized that before the actual physical construction takes place that the dead storage
should be in place.
Mr. Rye indicated that he shared Mr. Monk's concern that we not have one without the other. He
asked if a time could be provided for the dead storage area.
Mr. Enck expressed that there were legal concerns to take into account and he would like for Mr.
Pearson and Mr. Kremer to discuss this.
It was moved by Mr. Rye that action be tabled until the next meeting so that legal counsel could
develop a proposal that would be acceptable to the Commission and that would insure the timely
and permanent construction of the required water quality storage.
2. New sanitary sewer crossing in Golden Valley. They propose to jack a 16" casing over the creek
and place a sanitary sewer in the casing. Mr. Kremer recommended that they install a silt fence on
the creek beds near the jacks and excavate pits to eliminate erosion. Chairman Enck asked if we
needed a hold harmless agreement. Mr. Kremer said in this case that's the contractor's liability.
The contracting agency with Golden Valley will be their contractor. It was recommended that a
condition be that the abandoned line be removed or filled. No action was taken.
3. A brief discussion followed regarding setting up a special meeting to discuss water quality. After
checking calendars, it was decided to hold the meeting at Barr Engineering Co. on February 12.
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Old Business
1. At the November Bassett Creek meeting, areas were pointed out where the management envelope
should be modified. Inquiries from people had been received who want to build additions to their
property. Mr. Kremer listed the locations as follows:
a Conduit Entrance - Minneapolis: management envelope will be lowered from Elevation 812 to
807.5.
b. Irving Avenue - Minneapolis: management envelope will be lowered from Elevation 813 to
808.
c. Cedar Lake Road - Minneapolis: management envelope will be lowered from Elevation 814 to
812.
d. Penn Avenue - Minneapolis: management envelope will be lowered from Elevation 817 to 814.
e. Wisconsin Avenue - Golden Valley: management envelope will be lowered from Elevation 889
to 888 upstream of the Wisconsin Avenue control structure to the downstream side of County
Road 18.
The cities will revise their flood insurance studies which will recognize the drop in flood levels.
Information will have to be submitted to the Corps of Engineers.
It was asked whether this will take a public hearing. Mr. Kremer said that minor amendments of
this type may not require a hearing. It was moved by Mr. Monk. and seconded by Mr. Moore that
a resolution be prepared. In the discussion that followed, Mr. Moore cautioned that he wants to be
sure everything is included. There are some changes in the capital improvement plan and that we
might need a hearing. Mr. Kremer said he will look into the issue further. The motion was not
carried and the issue will be taken up at the February meeting.
2. Mr. Kr -,mer distributed a memo re the Central Park Pond Control Structure located along Plymouth
Creek upstream of Fembrook Avenue. It was recommended that Central Park Pond/Fernbrook
Lane Wetland's phosphorus removal efficiency be improved. The proposed plan includes
modifying the existing outlet to increase the hydraulic detention time of stormwater runoff and, due
to cost restraints, limited dredging to increase the dead storage capacity of the wetland. The normal
elevation of the wetland would be increased from 947 to 948. It is proposed to provide 125 feet of
additional dead storage. In the future the City of Plymouth has proposed an excavation of a lake
here.
Mr. Kremer reminded the Commission that there is some funding available - $50,000 from
Hennepin County and $5,000 from General Mills. Mr. Kremer indicated that the total estimated
cost for modifying the existing outlet structure at Central Park Pond and dredging to provide
approximately 18 AF of dead storage for water quality improvement would be $62,000. Additional
dead storage will be constructed at this site in the future to meet the ultimate dead storage objectives
for water quality enhancememJt is recommended that plans, bid documents and permit application
be prepared for the project and that a contract be let for construction of the control structure and
dredging of the open water at Central Park. Additional investigation needs to be completed to
determine if help can be obtained from the National Guard to do the pond excavation.
Adjournment
It was moved by Mr. Rye and seconded by Mr. Monk that the meeting adjourn. Chairman Enck
adjourned the meeting at 1:50 PM.
W. Peter Enck, Chairman
Donald Rye, Secretary
Elaine Anderson, Recorder
Date:
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MONTH
POLICE FALSE ALARMS
1991 86
1992 85
CHANGE -1 %
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1992 34
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Community Leadership
Luncheon Update
The second CommunityLeadershipLuncheon
:., was held at North Memorial on November
25, for leaders from the North Minneapolis
community. Scott R. Anderson, North Me-
morial President, and other medical center
representatives, discussed issues and came
up with several suggestions to enhance the
relationship between the medical center and
*the community. The next Leadership Lun-
cheon will soon be scheduled for leaders in
the Crystal, New Hope . and Golden Valley
communities.
Time to Share
North Memorial's first Time to Share Day was
held for medical center employees on Janu-
ary 22, 1992. ,. The topic of volunteering' at-
tracted 260 employees who viewed .displays
on community volunteerism'and heard pre-
sentations by Nora Davis of the Minneapolis
Area United Way on the reasons for volun-
teering and how to find a suitable volunteer
opportunity. North Memorial's United Way
Campaign Committee chairs were present to
formally thank employees for their generous
support in the most recent campaign. Time
to Share Day marked the formal beginning of
North's corporate volunteerism program.
1992 Dinner Dance
will Provide Funds for a
Community Mobile Health
Screening Program
On April 25,1992, North Memorial will host
its Fourth Annual Benefit Dinner Dance at
the Marriott City Center, downtown Minne-
apolis. Proceeds from the event will fund a
Community Mobile Health Screening Pro-
gram to provide meaningful health screen-
ing and education to people in our commu=
nity, including those who are socially, finan-
cially, or physically disadvantaged. The in-
tent of the program is to improve community
health through. education, prevention and
early access to the health care delivery sys-
tem. The program will also address. other
E
community health needs such as • occupa-
tionalhealthscre'ening.Individ6l tests such
as bloodpressure measurement, cholesterol
screening, vision and hearing checks; and
diabetes testing will be among those offered
by the program•: at low„ or. no cost to the
-participant. The Community4obile Health
Screening Program should provide-.a:valu-
able overall health assessment as well as a
convenient resource for additional -health
education materials. For more information
about the dinner dance or the mobile health
screening program, contact Joe Boston, Di-
rector of Corporate Development; at 520-
5292.
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Published for'Community
Volume 2, Number 1
Leaders•.by North -Memorial-Medica er`
February 1992
Community Leadership
Luncheon Update
The second CommunityLeadershipLuncheon
:., was held at North Memorial on November
25, for leaders from the North Minneapolis
community. Scott R. Anderson, North Me-
morial President, and other medical center
representatives, discussed issues and came
up with several suggestions to enhance the
relationship between the medical center and
*the community. The next Leadership Lun-
cheon will soon be scheduled for leaders in
the Crystal, New Hope . and Golden Valley
communities.
Time to Share
North Memorial's first Time to Share Day was
held for medical center employees on Janu-
ary 22, 1992. ,. The topic of volunteering' at-
tracted 260 employees who viewed .displays
on community volunteerism'and heard pre-
sentations by Nora Davis of the Minneapolis
Area United Way on the reasons for volun-
teering and how to find a suitable volunteer
opportunity. North Memorial's United Way
Campaign Committee chairs were present to
formally thank employees for their generous
support in the most recent campaign. Time
to Share Day marked the formal beginning of
North's corporate volunteerism program.
1992 Dinner Dance
will Provide Funds for a
Community Mobile Health
Screening Program
On April 25,1992, North Memorial will host
its Fourth Annual Benefit Dinner Dance at
the Marriott City Center, downtown Minne-
apolis. Proceeds from the event will fund a
Community Mobile Health Screening Pro-
gram to provide meaningful health screen-
ing and education to people in our commu=
nity, including those who are socially, finan-
cially, or physically disadvantaged. The in-
tent of the program is to improve community
health through. education, prevention and
early access to the health care delivery sys-
tem. The program will also address. other
E
community health needs such as • occupa-
tionalhealthscre'ening.Individ6l tests such
as bloodpressure measurement, cholesterol
screening, vision and hearing checks; and
diabetes testing will be among those offered
by the program•: at low„ or. no cost to the
-participant. The Community4obile Health
Screening Program should provide-.a:valu-
able overall health assessment as well as a
convenient resource for additional -health
education materials. For more information
about the dinner dance or the mobile health
screening program, contact Joe Boston, Di-
rector of Corporate Development; at 520-
5292.
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Inventory of - North Receives .
Community Services, , K�: .....Award & Recognition
North Memorial's Community Benefits
Committee recently conducted an inventory
of community services provided by the medi-,
cal center, and is now in the process of tabu
lating and summarizing the results. In ad-
dition to documenting North's community
service activities, the committee will be initi-:
ating a community needs assessment this
spring and will provide overall monitoring
forthe NorthMemorial community relations
program.
Concert was a Success
One hundred eightZr-six neighbors and friends
of North Memorial Medical Center enjoyed a
holiday concert on December 15, 1991, in the
Vance C. DeMong Auditorium at North
Memorial. The concert was performed by the
Treble Tones. In lieu of an admission charge,
attendees brought non-perishable food items
to donate to a local food shelf.
Spring Health Fairs
North Memorial is gearing up to participate
in the Health Fairs sponsored by KARE-TV.
Look for us at Northridge Care Center on
April 1, Brookdale Shopping Center on April
3, Ridgehaven Mall on April 4 & 5, Medina
on'April 7 and Rogers'(Elem6ntary School)
on April 8.
Adopt -A -Park
North Memorial Medical Center has agreed
to participate in the Adopt -A -Park program
in Robbinsdale. This will entail a clean-up of
Manor Park near the medical center twice a
year by North Memorial employees. North
currently is working together with the
Robbinsdale Jaycees three times a year on
the Adopt -A -Highway program.
In December, the Robbinsdale Chamber of
Commerce presented North Memorial Medi-
cal Center with a plaque "in recognition of
your exceptional„ business leadership and
dedicated service to the Robbinsdale com-
munity." The City Council had also recog-
nized North Memorial with a proclamation
in recognition of its support of Robbinsdale's
Equipment Donation, Adopt -A -Park and
Adopt -A -Highway programs.
Careers Day
Since 1978, North Memorial has been work-
ing with Independent School District 281
and the Hennepin Technical College (Inde-
pendent District 287) to provide health ca-
reer education for junior high and high school
students. On February 7, over 300 students
from Robbinsdale, Osseo, Wayzata, Orono,
and several private and alternative learning
schools attended the ' 1992 event at North.
Memorial, where they heard health care pro-
fessionals discuss 17 different health careers.
Feedback on the evaluation forms was ex-
tremely positive.
Recycling Efforts
The Recycling Committee has been active at
-North Memorial for the past several years,
and has instituted successful paper, can,
'glass,"and cardboard recycling programs. In
addition, the committee sponsors environ-
mental awareness and educational -events
for. employees throughout the year. The
committee is now researching a Styrofoam
recycling program for the medical center.
Published by Community Relations Task Team
520-5292
North Memorial
Medical Center®
3= North Oakdale-
Robbinsdale, Minnesota 55422
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February 19, 1992 CATV OF
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Mr. Bryan Sykora, President
THE MEADOWS OF BASS LAKE
HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION
4970 Quinwood Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR CUL-DE-SAC AT ROSEWOOD LANE AND
PROPOSED SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD
CITY PROJECT NO. 011
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Dear Mr. Sykora:
As you requested, the Rosewood Lane cul-de-sac issue will be scheduled
for the City Council's March 2 meeting rather than the February 24
meeting as was originally proposed. You have indicated that the
homeowner's association has not had the opportunity to discuss the four
alternatives as indicated in my February 4, 1992 letter to you.
As you are aware, the City would like to get the cul-de-sac issue
resolved soon in order for our engineers to properly design the
improvement which will be incorporated in the Schmidt Lake Road/Northwest
Boulevard plans, City Project No. 011. A decision by the City Council at
their March 2 meeting would be sufficient time to accomplish the design
in a timely manner. Once again, if you would like to include any
information from your homeowner's association with my Council agenda
item, I would need this information no later than Wednesday, February 26.
Whether or not you get anything to me prior to the March 2 Council
meeting, you would have the opportunity to address the 'City Council
directly at their meeting.
If you have any questions or additional comments, please contact me at
550-5071.
Sincerely,
4�2zc�
Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
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enclosures
cc: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
James G. Willis City Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
-JAMETROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Mears Park Centre, 230 Fast Fifth Street, St. Paul, MN 55101-1634
=-\-7-sby
612 291-6359 FAX 612 291-6550 77Y 612 291-0904
February 13, 1992 - J
Mr. Charles E. Dillerud
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
RE: City of Plymouth Comprehensive Plan Amendment
Park and Trail Element
Metropolitan Council District 9
Metropolitan Council Referral Filt. . 3249-6
Dear Mr. Dillerud:
FEB la 4-992
C.? -"y.:., PLYMOUTH
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ii 'i DEVFLOPMENT DEPT.
The Metropolitan Council staff has reviewed the comprehensive plan amendment received by the
Council on February 5, 1992. We have determined that the proposed amendment has no
potential impact upon any of the metropolitan system plans. Therefore, the city may place the
amendment into effect immediately.
Because the proposed amendment appears unlikely to affect policies and plans in other chapters
of the Metropolitan Development Guide, the Council will waive further review and comment on
the amendment.
The amendment, explanatory materials supplied and the information submission form will be
appended to the city's plan in the Council's files.
This concludes the Council's review.
Sincerely
Mary E. Anderson
Chair
MEA:kp
cc: Kenneth Kunzman, Metropolitan Council District 9
Lynda Voge, Metropolitan Council Staff
Tori Flood, Metropolitan Council Staff
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Minnesota Pollution Control Agency
520 Lafayette Road, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55155-3898
Telephone (612) 296-6300
Mr. Steve Quade
Commercial Air Conditioning, Inc.
2200 Niagara Lane
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mr. Quade:
February 19, 1992
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RE: Petroleum Tank Release File Closure
Site: Commercial Air Conditioning, Inc., 2200 Niagara Lane, Plymouth
Site ID#: LEAK#00004200
Property Transfer ID#: TS-PT#0060
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) Tanks and Spills Property
Transfer Technical Assistance staff has reviewed the report titled "Remedial'
Investigation Report" dated December 19, 1991. The reports were received by
the MCPA staff on December 26, 1991. Based upon the information obtained
during the investigation, the file regIrding the identified petroleum
contamination at the site will be closed. This closure letter applies only to
the petroleum release at the site.
On July 1, 1991, a petroleum tank release was reported to the MPCA after
discovering petroleum contaminated soil during a pre -purchase envrionmental
assessment. Since then, the following corrective actions have been taken in
response to the release:
1. On September 17, 1991, a 900 -gallon underground gasoline storage tank was
excavated and removed from the site. The tank was observed to have been in
very good condition as documented in the report titled "Excavation Report
for Petroleum Release Sites" dated December 3, 1991. The apparent source
of the release was a 50 -gallon product overfill event.
2. Approximately 102 cubic yards of contaminated soils were excavated and
stockpiled at the site and later removed and thermally treated at
C.S. McCrossan, Inc. on October 21, 1991. A total of 2 soil samples were
collected from the bottom of the excavation. Using an HNu photoionization
detector (PID), the soil samples were screened for organic vapprs and were
not detected. Also, the samples were chemically analyzed for benzene,
ethyl benzene, toluene and xylenes (BETX), methyl tertiarybutyl ether
(MTBE) and total hydrocarbons (THC) as gasoline. None of these compounds
were detected during the laboratory analysis.
3. One soil boring was advanced around the former tank basin. Monitoring with
a PID for organic vapors detected no evidence of petroleum contamination.
Also, three monitoring wells were installed at the site. The soil
collected during the drilling operations were monitored for the presence of
organic vapors with a PID. The maximum organic vapor reading observed was
1.8 parts per million above background which was detected in monitoring
well, MW -3, at 8 feet below land surface.
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4. One round of ground water samples were collected and chemically analyzed
for volatile organic compounds, MTBE and THC as gasoline. The samples
collected from MW -1 and MW -3 were apparently not contaminated. The sample
from MW -2 was found to be contaminated with MTBE, THC as gasoline, 1,2
dichloroethane and acetone which were detected well below the Minnesota
Department of Health recommended allowable limits for safe drinking water.
Based on the available information, we concur with the conclusions of Twin City
Testing Corporation that no further work is required for the above -referenced
site. Therefore, MPCA staff does not intend to require any more investigation
or cleanup work in response to the petroleum release. Even though closure
status has been assigned to the petroleum release, the MPCA staff reserves the
right to reopen this file and require additional work if in the future more
work is determined necessary to address the petroleum contami^;ation at the
site. This letter does not release any .party from liabilit; ..)r the petroleum
contamination under Minn. Stat. 115C., or.any other applicable state or federal
law.
Because you performed the requested work, the state may reimburse you for a
major portion of your costs. The Petroleum Tank Release Cleanup Act
establishes a fund which in certain circumstances provides partial
reimbursement for petroleum tank release cleanup costs. This fund is
administered by the Petro Board. More specific eligibility rules are available
from the Petro Board and can be reached at 612/297-1119 or 612/297-4203.
Since you requested assistance from the MPCA Tanks and Spills Section Property
Transfer Program staff, you will be billed for the time spent by staff to
review this project. This is in accordance with Minn. Stat. § 115C.03, subd. 9
(1990) in which the person requesting assistance from the MPCA shall pay the
agency under this program. Reimbursements collected will be deposited in the
Minnesota Environmental Fund.
If you have any questions regarding this letter, please feel free to contact me
at 612/297-8579 or David Tetley, MPCA staff hydrogeologist, at 6124297-8597:
Sincerely,. `l
Kathryn Serier
Pollution Control Specialist Senior
Tanks and Spills Section
Hazardous Waste Division
cc: Mr. Daniel Pauley, Twin City Testing Corporation, St. Paul
Ms. Laurie Rauenhorst, City Clerk, Plymouth
Mr. Lyle Robinson, Fire Chief, Plymouth
Mr. Bob Thomas, Division Manager, Minneapolis
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Robbinsdale Armstrong Senior High School
10635 -36th Avenue North
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On behalf of the parents
of all students attending
Robbinsdale-Armstrong High School
--now and in the future --
we wish to express our sincerest
gratitude for your support of the
Police Liaison Program concept
at our school.
Without your commitment and
understanding, this opportunity would
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COMMITTEES: ENERGY; GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS; HOUSING; LOCAL & METRO AFFAIRS
February 10, 1992
Mr. James G. Willis
City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Jim:
I recently received some information from the Minnesota Soft Drink Association
regarding beverage deposit legislation which has been introduced in the House. This
association, along with the Minnesota Grocers' Association, has vigorously opposed this
legislation and are claiming that many local governments oppose it as well.
I am interested in increasing our rate of reuse and recycling statewide. I have received
quite a lot of conflicting information on the effect of deposit legislation on communities
with successful recycling programs in place. I would welcome your comments on this
issue. In case you are not familiar with the arguments being employed by the Soft Drink
Association, I am enclosing a copy of the position paper they are distributing.
I don't know if the bill will be heard this session, but I want to be prepared if it is.
would appreciate whatever feedback you can give me. Thank you.
Sincer ,
Peg n irk
State Representative
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State Office Building, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155 (612) 296-7803
Minnesota Soft Drink
Minnesota Soft Drink Association
Beverage Container Deposit Legislation
Position
The Minnesota Soft Drink Association -opposes beverage container
forced deposits, and supports comprehensive recycling programs for all
recyclable materials. Beverage container deposit legislation was first
introduced in Minnesota in 1970, but defeated almost annually through the
early 1980's. Nationally, forced deposit laws have been enacted in nine
states, and rejected by legislators and voters more than 2000 times in the
last 15 years.
Soft drink containers are recycled more than any other food product.
Minnesota soft drink companies package a large percentage of their
rnrod1.ir+c in pithnr nlurninurn cans or pro. -rd rbc+ miY both
having very high recycling rates. With increased curbside and drop off
collection, both glass and plastic recycling rates are increasing
dramatically. Comprehensive recycling programs can recycle five times
the amount of material that a bottle bill is capable of recycling, and can
do it much more efficiently.
The introduction of a beverage container deposit would damage
Minnesota's comprehensive recycling programs. It would provide an
incentive for Minnesotans not to place their beverage containers into
curbside collection or drop off programs, and return them instead to retail
grocery stores. As an example, many recycling programs would lose more
than 70% of their revenue if all beverage containers were removed from
the recyclables processed. Even though beverage containers constitute
less than 20% of the recyclables by weight, they represent over 70% of the
revenue. The revenue is used to help defer the cost of curbside material
collection and processing.* Currently, soft drink containers are recycled at
more than a 50% rate nationally, and considerably more than the national
rate in Minnesota because of Minnesota's aggressive comprehensive
recycling programs.
Beverage containers have become a much smaller percentage of litter
in Minnesota as the number of recycling programs have grown. In the last
litter survey performed for the Minnesota Department of Transportation,
beverage container litter was approximately 5% of all litter found along
roads. As recycling programs continue to grow, we believe the percentage
of litter.will continue to decrease.
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The Minnesota Soft Drink Association does not believe that retail
grocery stores should become areas for unloading and storing recyclables.
Grocery stores are responsible for providing clean and sanitary conditions
for the retailing of food. Bringing back containers which have been
exposed to uncontrolled conditions and substances is not good public
policy. Further, having to provide expensive floor space and a separate
reverse distribution system to transport the containers is not only
discriminatory, but not cost effective.
Beverage container deposits cost the consumer more money at the
initial purchase because of the deposit, cost the consumer convenience,
and cost the consumer more money to pay for the actual product. Because
soft drink companies must label the containers, collect the containers
from the retailer and provide administration of the deposit program,
beverage container deposits increase the cost of soft drinks to the
consumer.
As a means of reducing solid waste, the Minnesota Soft Drink
Association formed Recycle Minnesota Resources in 1980 to promote the
reCYC11;,-.y uf beverage cucaia;ners and curnprehensive recyciing. Currently,
RMR is one of the larger processors and marketers of recyclable material
in Minnesota. It actively works with cities and counties in providing the
planning and operational management for recycling programs, at the same
time providing economic development. The Association is proud to have
played a part in helping to make Minnesota a national leader in
comprehensive recycling of solid waste.
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Peggy Leppik, State Representative
State Office Building
St. Paul, MN 55155
SUBJECT: BEVERAGE CONTAINER DEPOSIT LEGISLATION
Dear Rep 1_1 `.-eppik:
Thank you for your letter of February 10 seeking our comments on the
beverage container deposit legislation which has been introduced in the
House.
As you know, Plymouth was among the first communities to establish a
recycling program. We continue a firm commitment to waste reduction and
recycling. However, there are major policy questions surrounding the
enactment of container deposit legislation.
Some of our concerns are:
1. Would the residents of Plymouth have to make up the
estimated $63,000 lost in revenues our hauler would
experience with the exclusion of aluminum and glass
containers from the curbside route?
2. Would the program, added to our current comprehensive
recycling program, be more expensive, and would the added
costs be offset in light of the high recovery level of
these materials we are already achieving through recycling
3. Would a -number of current or potential recyclers decide
that returning their beverage containers for deposit was
fulfilling their civic responsibility to recycle, and
dispose the bulk of their recyclables into the trash?
The containers covered under the proposed legislation make up between
1OZ and 15Z of Plymouth's current recycling tonnage. Any legislation
that would jeopardize the recovery of the remaining 85Z to 90Z of the
City's recyclable materials would be a step backward in our work to
responsibly manage our waste. This would not be a sound policy.
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Peggy Leppik, State
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There are two important issues this legislation does address: 1)
Reducing litter and 2) making distributors of products in single use
packaging responsible for the recovery, of their packaging. As you
pointed out in your letter, this is an issue surrounded by conflicting
information. The effects on recycling in Minnesota with passage of the
container deposit legislation cannot, of course, be known until after
the fact, but the risks can be weighed against the benefits. Based upon
these considerations, we have concluded that the proposed legislation
should not be enacted.
Thank you again for seeking our views with respect to this legislation.
Please do not hesitate to contact me again if I can be of further
assistance to you.
Sincerely,
am s G. Willis
City Manager
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