HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 03-27-1992CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
MARCH 27, 1992
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS....
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR MARCS:
MARCH 30 5:20 P.M. FINANCIAL ADVISORY
COMMITTEE INTERVIEWS
Council Conference Room
7:00 P.M. TOWN MEETING - AREA 2
City Council Chambers
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2. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR APRIL:
APRIL 6 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
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APRIL 13 7:00 P.M. BOARD OF REVIEW
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APRIL 20 6:30 P.M. PLYMOUTH FORUM
Council Chambers
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COUNCIL MEETING
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APRIL 27 7:00 P.M. TOWN MEETING - AREA 1
Council Chambers
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMORANDUM
March 27, 1992
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3. NORTHWEST HENNEPIN HUMAN SERVICES - ANNUAL MEETING --
Thursday, April 16. The Northwest Hennepin Human
Services Council's annual dinner meeting will be held at
the Northwest Inn, Brooklyn Park. A copy of the
announcement is attached. Please contact - Laurie to
register for meeting. (M-3)
4. WATER QUALITY MEETING -- In the last Council Information
Memo, it was reported that the Water Quality Committee
would be inviting Councilmembers to an April 23 meeting
for discussion on a possible ordinance regulating
fertilizer use. The April 23 date is incorrect. The
Water Quality Committee meeting is Tuesday, April 21.
5. "SLICING THE SHRINKING PIE, OR, THE CITY BUDGET PROCESS
AND HOW THE PROCESS REFLECTS COMMUNITY NEEDS" -- Mayor
Bergman will be participating in a panel dealing with
this topic. The meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m.,
Tuesday, March 31 at the Minnetonka City Council
Chambers, 14600 Minnetonka Boulevard. Also participating
in the program will be Minnetonka City Manager Jim
Miller; Bob Thistle of Springsted, Inc.; Gene Harris,
Councilmember - Eden Prairie; Barbara Peterson, Mayor of
Orono; Tim *Bergstedt, Mayor of Minnetonka; and Steve
Mielke, City Manager of Hopkins.
6. MEETING CALENDARS -- City Center and City Council
calendars for APRIL and MAY are attached. (M-5)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. PROPOSED PLYMOUTH COMMUNITY LIBRARY COMMISSIONER'S
HEARING -- The three Condemnation Commissioners appointed
to determine the value of .the Cavanaugh parcel for the
proposed Plymouth Community Library are scheduled to meet
commencing April 6. The Commissioners will be receiving
information from the City, as well as Mr. Cavanaugh, as
to their respective views of the value of the taking. We
have previously deposited with the Court, $600,000,
representing our appraised value of the five acre parcel.
At the hearings, the Commissioners will hear updated
appraised information from not only the City, but
presumably receive an appraisal from Mr. Cavanaugh's
attorney. It is my understanding that Mr. Cavanaugh will
be represented by Mr. Josiah Brill, Jr. The City will be
represented by Mr. Robert Lindall.
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March 27, 1992
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2. TAXES - TAXES - TAXES -- Bob Renner has provided members
of the MLC Operating Committee with information on the
House Omnibus tax bill. This bill is the beginning of
the process which ultimately results in a Conference
Committee tax bill which is likely to occur on the last
day of the legislative session.
As with most bills, there are "winners and losers." In
the case of Plymouth, a cursory view of portions of the
212 page bill indicate that it is proposed that the
Secretary of State will reimburse municipalities for most
of the expenses incurred in the preparation and
conducting of the presidential primary.. The present
Homestead and Agricultural Credit Aid (HACA) program is
continued. You will recall this matter was the subject
the Governor's veto earlier. The bill also goes on to
provide that there will be no cuts in HACA or LGA. The
Local Government Trust Fund is likewise continued through
fiscal years 1994 and 1995. There are some changes in
the Truth in Taxation Notice, as well as the hearing
process. Most notably, the House bill provides that
Truth in Taxation hearings for cities will be held on the
first Wednesday in December with the hearings for the
counties on the first Tuesday and school boards on the
first Thursday. Continued hearings will have to be held
on the same day, either seven or fourteen days after the
first hearing. Levy limits are also repealed.
The chief impact of the House bill would be the
imposition of 6.5 percent sales tax on local governmental
purchases. The exemption currently afforded
municipalities will be removed, although will not be
removed for school districts. It is projected that this
6.5 percent sales tax will generate approximately
$45,000,000 from July 1, 1992 through June 30, 1993.
Dale Hahn has estimated that this would cost Plymouth
approximately $122,000, based on our 1991 operating
budget: The revenues derived from the sales tax would be
used to. offset the costs incurred by the state in
continuing LGA for those cities which currently receive
it. The state budget (rainy day) reserve would be
reduced from $400 million to $135 million. Governor
Carlson has recommended a $260 million reserve.
According to Bob Renner, if the bill in its present form
were to be adopted by the Legislature, the Governor would
veto it.
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March 27, 1992
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3. STATE WATER INSPECTION FEES -- Senator Traub has informed
me that the Senate Committee hearing for the State Health
Department bill proposing to establish a $5 per customer
per year fee for testing of water, has been reported out
of committee. According to Senator Traub, the Committee
was not able to develop another means to fund the new
costs to be incurred by the state which would be more
equitable. The federal mandates for testing of the water
do not, of course, provide funding. If the Legislature
ultimately establishes the $5 fee for this new service, I
will return to the Council proposing that we add this fee
to the city's utility bill as a distinct item in order
that our customers will know that it is for the testing
of the water as mandated by state and federal law.
4. OXYGENATED FUELS -- Attached is a letter from Mr. David
Shea and responses from our staff with respect to the use
of oxygenated fuels. As noted in the information, the
federal government is requiring the use of oxygenated
fuels commencing November 1 through February 1, 1993 and
thereafter effective October 1 through February 1 of
subsequent years. Our new Public Works maintenance
facility will have facilities for handling this
responsibility. Our gas supplier, Don Myron, Inc., along
with Jim Kolstad and Fred Moore will be further analyzing
this issue in order that we can meet the requirements of
the federal government in a responsible fashion.
Oxygenated fuels are not solely limited to those
containing ethanol. It is likely that the proponents of
varying types of oxygenated fuels will be seeking to
influence public opinion with respect to the advantages
of their product as compared to those of their
competitors. It is for that reason that I am not
prepared to jump to any conclusions with respect to what
type of oxygenated fuel may be best for Plymouth. (I-4)
5. DEVELOPMENT SIGNAGE -- On Friday, March 27, two
development signs will be placed at the following
locations:
The west side of Xenium Lane and 37th Avenue North.
(92012) Goff Homes, Inc. is requesting approval of a
rezoning from the FRD District to the R-4 District of
a 16.11 acre site, a Site Plan for 14 12 -unit
condominium buildings with a total of 168 units, and a
Conditional Use Permit for attached housing.
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March 27, 1992
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13200 Highway 55. (92013) Independent School
District 284 (Wayzata) is requesting approval of a
Conditional Use Permit to locate Adult Literacy
Programs within the Vision of Glory Church.
These requests will be. heard by the Planning Commission
at their Wednesday, April 8, 1992 meeting.
6. CITY ATTORNEY BILLING -- Summaries of February billings
are attached. (I-6)
7. MINUTES
a. Charter Commission, February 10 and March 9, 1992.
(I -7a)
b. Planning Commission, March 11, 1992. (I -7b)
C. Notes from Developer Meeting II, March 20, 1992.
(I -7c)
8. RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORMS -- Attached are copies of the
resident feedback forms turned in at the March 23 Town
Meeting for Area 4. The Council will be provided with
city staff responses to each as they are completed.
(I-8)
9. SPRING WATERMAIN FLUSHING SCHEDULE -- April 1 - May 1. A
copy of the schedule is attached. (I-9)
10. CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE -- Information and follow-ups to
calls received on the Customer Service Line are attached.
(I-10)
11. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Steven Christen, Operations Manager, Waste
Management - Blaine, from Laurie Rauenhorst,
concerning the renewal of the company's garbage hauler
license. (I -11a)
b. Letter responding to Michael Dwyer, attorney
representing Alan Hubbell, from Dick Pouliot,
concerning the right of entry for the 54th Avenue road
connection. (I-llb)
c. Letter from Gail Parker, 15615 Gleason Lake Drive, to
Mayor Bergman, asking the City consider a stop
light/sign at the Vicksburg lane and Gleason Lake
Drive intersection. (I-llc)
d. Letter from Lisa. Moe, Senior Property Manager,
Vicksburg Village Apartments, to Mayor Bergman,
concerning the vandalism of automobiles at the
apartment facility. (I -Mid)
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March 27, 1992
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e. Letter from Mark Sheffert, Chairman and CEO, National
Designware, announcing the closing of its facility at
1005 Berkshire Lane. (I-lle)
f. Memo from Chuck Dillerud, summarizing March 10 meeting
of Downtown Plymouth Property Owners. (I -11f)
g. Letter to Loretha Suggs, 1805 Highway 101, from Frank
Boyles, from Frank Boyles, providing a transit
questionnaire for her to distribute to persons signing
the petition for all day bus service to downtown
Wayzata. (I -11g)
h. Letter from Mark Peterson to volunteers thanking them
for their participation in the Adopt a Park or Trail
Program during the 1992 season. (I-llh)
i. Memo from Acting Public Safety Director Paulson
regarding comments concerning crime within specific
areas of the city. (I -11i)
j. Letter from Chuck Dillerud for Metro Council Chair
Mary Anderson regarding their view of removing
Fernbrook Lane as a minor collector between Gleason
Lake Road and County Road 6. (I-llj)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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CITY OF
PLYMOUTR
March 27, 1992
Mr. David Shea
14610 13th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Shea:
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Enclosed is information which I have received from my staff with
respect to your March 16 letter.
As noted in the memorandum from -Fred Moore, we plan to review
this matter toward fall. Depending on information which we
expect to be made available to us, we will make a determination
as to which oxygenated fuel will most appropriately meet our
needs while complying with the intent of the Clean Air Act
amendments.
I appreciate your continuing concern with respect to our keep
pace with emerging environmental issues.
Yours truly,
James G. Willis
City Manager
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: March 25, 1992
TO: Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: LETTER FROM DAVID SHEA
OXYGENATED FUELS
Attached is a March 24 memorandum from Jim Kolstad and also information
provided from our fuel supplier, Don Mayer, Inc. This information is to
respond to the letter addressed to Jim Willis from David Shea dated
March 16, 1992.
In Mr. Shea's letter he stated that the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro area
must be using oxygenated fuel -in November under provisions of the Clean
Air Act. As can be seen in the letter from Don Mayer, Inc., this
requirement is only necessary between November 1, 1992 through February
1, 1993 and then starting again October 1, 1993 and ending February 1,
1994.
At the present time, the City's fueling system cannot use oxygenated
fuel because of the type of the storage tanks. As part of our Public
Works Building Expansion Project, we are replacing the entire fueling
system. The new system will be installed by mid June. As Jim Kolstad
states in his memo, we will begin using oxygenated fuels once they are
available from our supplier in late summer.
I believe the letter from Don Mayer, Inc. provides some insight into the
other issues concerning ethanol. Also enclosed is a brochure from
Mobile Oil Company on "Protecting the Environment." As can be seen by
the material both supplied by Mr. Shea and from our fuel distributor,
there are no clear-cut black and white answers to this issue.
The City is using a high performance, environmentally sound and fiscally
responsible product at the present time. In accordance with the
mandated requirements of the Clean Air Act, when the time comes this
fall to switch to an oxygenated fuel, we' will explore all our options
and make the decision based on performance, price, and environmental
impact. We will need to find a blend that will perform in a wide
variety of engines (all City vehicles from fire trucks to squad cars to
dump trucks to snow blowers) fuel at our fueling facility.
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: March 24, 1992
TO: Fred Moore, Director of Public Works
FROM: Jim Kolstad, Superintendent of Public Works
SUBJECT: OXYGENATED FUELS
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In the past weeks I have had numerous discussions with our fuel supplier about
the Clean Air Act requirements to reduce carbon monoxide emissions as outlined
in Mr. Shea's letter.
Our supplier informed me that the Mobil Oil Company will have oxygenated fuel
available for distribution late this summer for the City of Plymouth. Once
our new fuel tanks are installed I plan to phase into the oxygenated fuel.
The Clean Air Act amendments passed by congress in 1990 require that all
gasoline be reformulated to cut vehicle emissions by 15% by 1995. Mobil Oil
has developed oxygenated additives such as methyl tertiary butyler ether
(MTBE) to meet the Clean Air Act requirements. They are also working on a
ethanol blend at this time.
I can assure you that the City of Plymouth will be using oxygenated fuel by
late summer and in compliance with the new regulations. We will use a
vegetable based full service oil in our new hydraulic hoist and are using a
synthetic oil in our new compressors. All oil is biodegradable virtually
nontoxic and provides outstanding performance. Again, fuels we will be using
will meet 1990 standards.
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Don Mayer Inc. PHONE
Mobil Randy Mayer, President (612) 478-6041
762 HWY. #55, P.O: BOX 205
MEDINA, MINNESOTA 55340
March 20, 1992
Jim Kolstad
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Jim:
As you are aware Federal EPA Laws will make it necessary to
use oxygenated fuels starting November 1st, 1992 through
February 1st, 1993 and then starting again October 1st, 1993
and ending February 1st, 1994. This is in the ten county
metro area and St. Louis County.
There are several ways to oxygenate fuels, each claiming to
be the best, most affordable, and most environmentally sound.
With strong special interest groups on all sides and big
money at stake it is very hard to get unbiased information
and find what is best for the city. As a life long resident
of the city and needless to say taxpayer, it is in my best
interest to provide you with an environmentally safe,
fiscally responsible, high performance product that will fit
all your needs.
You asked some specific questions on ethanol. It is highly
lobbied and promoted in this area by the Corn Growers
Association. and the Farm Lobby. It's limited in supply and
suppliers, making availability and price possible problems.
Archer Daniels controls this market. Of course farmers would
like you to think it takes zero energy to produce and that
the fertilizers they use don't pollute the environment and
water table. While ethanol fuels produce less carbon
monoxide than gas, scientists are worried about its long term
effect on the ozone layer. Perhaps that is one of the
reasons it is only mandated for use three months out of the
year. It is also a very water sensitive and corrosive
product not recommended in alot of marine outboards, older
cars or older small engines. Ethanol blend gasoline is
usually blended with a sub generic product, with the ethanol
used as an octane booster. This leaves the question of, is
it really as clean burning and environmentally sound as it's
proponents would have you believe. I don't know.
CIM MAR 27'92
The city currently uses Mobil special nolead gasoline. It is
a high detergent EPA approved 89 octane gasoline. This
commercial fleet gasoline keeps fuel systems and injectors
clean. It also provides superior performance and gas mileage
in high performance engines. It works well with small
engines and marine uses. It i's made with Canadian crude and
refined in our home state of Minnesota. I think the city can
be proud of the fact that they maintain their vehicles well,
which again helps the environment, fuel economy, as well as
performance. I am proud to represent Mobil products because
Mobil is an environmentally progressive•company. They are
researching all different oxygenates to determine which will
be the best in price, performance and environmentally sound.
This information will be available later this summer. I will
pass it on as soon as I get it.
I have access to ethanol blends. I will also have access to
the other oxygenates as they become available. It is my
opinion that if it isn't broken don't fix it. The city is
using a high performance, environmentally sound, fiscally
responsible product. When the time comes this fall to switch
to an oxygenated fuel we should explore all our options and
make the decision based on performance, price, and
environmental impact. This will allow you to make an
informed decision, not one based on political correctness or
environmental hysteria. We should find a blend that performs
well in the wide variety of engines the city uses, also one
that we can use long term. Before converting to an ethanol
blend I would like to see if a better product is on.the
horizon for November.
Sincerely,
Randy ayer
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March 16, 1992
Mr. Jim Willis
City of Plymouth -
iyL
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Jim,
This is a followup to my letter of January 5. 1992, regarding energy and environmeirta=-�
policies/practices for the City of Plymouth. Your response of January 16, 1992, was
acknowledged and further suggestions provided on use of soy inks. I am very pleased that
Plymouth will be using soy inks. It is a positive environmental step and benefits Minnesota's
farm economy.
Your concerns about ethanol are no longer problematic as explained in the accompanying
information. The Minneapolis -St: Paul metro area must begin using oxygenated fuels in
November under provisions of the Clean Air Act. Plymouth should begin using ethanol -
blends earlier than mandated and continue to use them after the initial period. I informed the
Minnesota Ethanol Commission that this recommendation is being sent to you. If you need
technical assistance related to ethanol, Mr. Larry Johnson, "The Ethanol Answer Man", will be
very happy to help you and the City in any way he can. You may contact him at 1-466-3363
or leave word with the Minnesota Ethanol Commission at 297-4654. A copy of his brochure
Q & A - Answers to Minnesota's Most Asked Questions About Ethanol is enclosed plus
general information and a detailed brochure for mechanics.
There is a price difference for ethanol -blend fuel but it is a higher octane, cleaner -burning fuel
vitally important to decreasing auto emissions, a major cause of air pollution and resulting
health problems. Ethanol -blended fuels emit 10 to 30% less carbon monoxide, remove and
prevent buildup of dirt and other deposits in fuel tanks and lines, are produced from a
renewable domestic resource that decreases our foreign oil dependence and increases economic
growth in the United States, and are approved by all major auto manufacturers. I look forward
to Plymouth adopting a fuel policy that is wiser environmentally and economically.
Sincerely yours,
David Shea
14610 13th Ave. North
Plymouth, MN 55447
476-1077
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Service Station Conversion
Checklist for Ethanol Blends
Prior to Conversion Checklist
TW4 -
MINNESOTA
ETHANOL
COMMISSION
MN Dept. of Agriculture
90 West Plato Boulevard
St. Paul, MN 55107
Ph 612/297-4654
Fx 612/296-6890
Determine if tank has been lined with an epoxy or polyester base material. These
materials, prior to February 1980, are not suitable for ethanol blends. Contact the
contractor that lined the tank if there is a question about the materials.
Determine if tank is made of fiberglass. Generally, fiberglass tanks are compatible
with ethanol blends, but it is advisable to contact the tank manufacturer before
conversion if in doubt.
Do not consider conversion of a -tank that has a history of water contamination, unless
the problem can be determined and corrected.
FlOrder the Sargel water finder paste. This paste is not blinded by the ethanol blend.
Order final filters to assure quality control. Several manufacturers offer a canister
screw -on type paper cartridge filter that attaches to the hose outside the pump
housing.
Conversion Checklist
F1Allow present inventory to be reduced to minimum quantity.
Pump out tank bottoms to assure complete water removal, and dispose the bottoms in
a manner consistent with state and federal guidelines.
aIntroduce the 90% gasoline and 10% ethanol blend into tank immediately after
removal of the bottoms. This initial fill should be done slowly in order to not agitate
any residual silt. Also, the initial fill should fill tank to 90% of capacity to safeguard
against phase separation from trace water inadvertently left in the tank.
Purge all lines to each island dispenser until the 90% gasoline and 10% ethanol blend
is dispensed from nozzle "clear and bright." Return purged product to tank.
Recheck tank for any water bottoms after purge and within 24 hours after co. versio
with'the Sargel paste.
CIM i`IAR 27W
Promoting: Clean Air • Quality Fuel • Renewable Resources • Energy Independence • Economic Growth
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FEDERAL I.D. NUMBER 41.0150277
BEST & FLANAGAN.�'♦
ATTORNEYS AT LAW
3500 IDS CENTER
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55402
(612)339-7121
Client
9300
City of
Plymouth
March 24,
1992
3400 Plymouth Blvd. Invoice No.
181341-181348
Plymouth, MN 55447
MATTER SUMMARY
Matter
Services
Disb.
Total
920180
Prosecution Office Time $9,512.00
$814.96
$10,326.96
920181
Prosecution Court Time 3,966.25
52.78
4,019.03
920182
Prosecution Complaint Draft 800.00
.00
800.00
920188
Plat Opinions 285.00
90.10
375.10
920191
General - Administration 21217.00
4.40
2,221.40
920192
General - Community Develop 1,990.25
5.20
1,995.45
920194
General - Public Safety 304.00
.00
304.00
920195
General - Public Works 555.75
.00
555.75
TOTAL $19,630.25
$967.44
$20,597.69
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CHARTERED
470 Pillsbury Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
Telephone 612/337.9300
C L I E N T S U M M A R Y
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3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plyn,outrl, MN 55447
Matter
JI Prosecution Office Time
12 Prosecution Court Time
29 HRA
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* 32F General - Finance
*32F'S General - Public. Safety
*32PW General - Public Works
37 County Road 6 Eminent Domain
Project 250
42 Codification
45 v Begin (Cottonwood Plaza)
51 v Larry Begin
53 Cartway Land Registration
S5 Com
Plaint Draft
71 Schmidt Lake Road Eminent Durnain
Project 705
95 v. r;a, cus Real Estate De"Jelopment
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2, 952. 50
1, 597. 5o
1l7. 7 5
5, 975, 00
215. 25
20. 00
65.00
1,383.50
299.75
78.00
100. 00
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126.00
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$6, 081. 25
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$1,403. 10
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Telephone 012/337-9300
CL IENT SUMMARY
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3+00 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, Mtn! 55447
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FED. i . D.
41-1225694
98
Northwest Truck Sewer Condemnation
653.50
2.98
s656.48
(Project 014)
107
Lihrarg Acquisition Project 103
50.00
0.00
x50.00
109
Ci.tU : J Begin (Drainage Pcnd)
1:050.00
47.15
$1,097.15
112
Charter Commission
560.00
34.44
6894.44
118
Stebbins Appeal
c4%. 00
235.58
$475.5e
120
Hayes Appeal
1,177.50
602.56
s1,790.06
122
Thompson versus City of Plymouth
1,293.00
17.38
$0:310.38
123
Beachem Appeal
847.50
;34.63
s982.13
125
Ella Appeal
915.00
3.60
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10,10.
Approved
CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA
CHARTER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 1992
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the
Plymouth Charter Commission was held in the Plymouth City Center on
Monday, February 10, 1992.
I. Call to Order. The meeting was called to order by the Chair
at 7:00 p.m. The Commission was assembled in the City Council
chambers.
II. Roll Call. Upon roll call, the following members were
present: Bobra, Bujold, Crain, Duntley, Foley, Milner,
Patterson, Peterson, Pribble, Schneider, Singer, Speck,
Tierney and Wirth. Ford was absent. The Chair stated that
Ford had called prior to the meeting indicating his inability
to attend. Also present were Attorney Kennedy, City Manager
Willis and Assistant City Manager Boyles.
III. Approval of Minutes. Motion by Foley, seconded by Singer,
that the minutes of the January 13, 1992 meeting of the
Commission be approved. Motion carried.
IV. Public Forum. The Chair announced that the Commission would
hear testimony from persons in the audience. The Chair
pointed out that written comments and voice mail messages had
been received. Summaries and copies of those comments were
placed on file. The following persons appeared before the
Commission.
Mr. Milner. Favored the adoption of a charter; the use
of initiative and referendum (IRR); any devices to let
the people.participate; should use the Minnetonka charter
as a model.
Mr. Anderson. Urged adoption of a charter with IRR with
substantial percentage of voters at the last general
election required to sign the IRR petition; IRR needed
for the major issues that can divide a city. A
discussion ensued about what subjects should be subject
to referendum, e.g., budget? Kennedy pointed out the
court limiting IRR to legislative ,rather than
administrative matters.
Mr. Wenzel. Asked whether a charter like Minnetonka
would have helped in the City's community center dispute.
A discussion ensued about advisory elections. Schneider
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pointed out that advisory elections are not possible
under the Minnetonka city charter. Kennedy pointed out
that advisory elections are authorized for statutory
cities only on one specific subject and not in any
charter that he is aware of.
Mr. Zylla. Indicated that he had served as a city
administrator and city manager in Plan A and Plan B
cities; urged retention of council-manager plan; felt
that statutory Plan B form worked well for cities of any
size; stated that IRR .was unnecessary and that the
elective process was the ultimate referendum. In
response to a question, he stated that he saw no
geographic or demographic reason for Plymouth to adopt a
charter.
Mrs. McGraten. Stated that a five -member council was to
small for Plymouth and that IRR was necessary.
Mrs. Speck. Urged the adoption of a charter containing
a ward system, IRR and even -year elections.
Mrs. Johnson. Urged adoption of a charter with IRR.
Mr. Dietz. Stated that IRR should be adopted with
limitation as to amount of money involved (e.g., any
expenditure over $X); urged recall as a method of
removing Councilmembers. Kennedy discussed limitations
of recall to misfeasance and malfeasance and its limited
usefulness for its intended purpose.
At 8:30 p.m., the Chair announced that no other persons wished
to appear and that the public forum portion of the meeting was
completed. The Commission recessed. The Commission
reconvened at 8:45 p.m.
V. Discussion of Charter Recommendation. The Chair suggested
that the Commission focus on those issues listed in the agenda
that would require adoption of a charter (i.e., ward systems,
IRR, Council other than seven members) so that the decision
about recommending a charter can be expedited.
IRR. After a brief discussion abut election dates, the
Commission discussed IRR. Foley opposed on grounds that it
inhibits the decision-making responsibility the City Council;
makes for single -issue type elections. Bobra favors because
it can be used as an ultimate weapon to compel a recalcitrant
Council to act. Crain supports because with proper procedural
safeguards, it is used only in extreme cases and is an
appropriate outlet for voter dissatisfaction. Bujold asked
for clarification about the application of IRR. Kennedy
reviewed the distinction between administrative and.
legislative matters, indicating that adoption of a dog leasing
law would be legislative, but that the use of money from dog
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licenses would be administrative, and cited the Minnesota case
of Oakman v. Eveleth where the legal principles were
discussed. Speck felt that,IRR would ameliorate the lack of
confidence in elected officials that he perceived. Duntley
speculated about why IRR is seldom used and indicated the risk
of its being used for special interest single issues or issues
of marginal importance. Bujold questioned whether a charter
recommended for IRR only could be "sold" to the electorate.
Bobra asked about IRR experience. Pribble read data from a
Citizen's. League report indicating infrequent use, and stated
his support for it.
IV. Charter Recommendation. Crain moved, seconded by Patterson,
that the Commission recommend the preparation of a city
charter for submission to the voters at the November 1992
election. Wirth stated a preference for working out the
details of IRR before adopting the motion. Bujold argued that
the general principle was adequate for purpose of the motion.
Foley•stated that he favors adoption of a charter because it
would have a beneficial effect on the voters of the City.
Pribble and Patterson agreed. Pribble moved the previous
question, seconded by Foley. Motion carried with Bujold,
Wirth and Schneider dissenting. The Crain motion was then put
to the Commission and the motion carried unanimously. In
response to a question from Willis, the Chair stated that the
Commission action in adopting the Crain motion contemplated a
goal of the submission of a charter at the November 1992
election.
Bujold asked about costs connected with preparation of a
charter. Willis stated. that the City Council had budgeted the
sum of $10,200 for the year 1992 based on the Commission's
estimate of cost.
The Chair suggested that the Commission approach its task by
setting up subject matter committees. After discussion, it
was agreed by consensus that four subject matter committees be
established as follows: 1. Form and structure to consider a)
name, boundaries and general provisions, b) form of
government, c) Council procedures, and d) nominations and
elections. 2. Finance and administration to consider a)
administration of City affairs, and b) taxation and finance.
3) Miscellaneous to consider a) public improvements and
special assessments, b) eminent domain, c) franchises, d)
public utilities and e) general provisions. 4) initiative and
referendum (Note: these groupings are based on the chapter
Readings of the League of Cities Model Charter). Moved by
Bujold, seconded by Bobra, that membership in the four
committees be selected by the Chair and that the attorney act
as resource for each of the committees. Motion carried
without dissent.
The Chair requested members to. express their preference for
committee assignments and that he intended to appoint one of
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the present or former Councilmembers now on the Commission
(Tierney, Crain, Schneider and Duntley) to each committee. It
was agreed that this procedure be followed and that each
committee be instructed to make a progress report at the March
9, 1992 meeting. Motion carried without dissent.
The Chair then announced that the law firm of Holmes & Graven,
Chartered, of which Mr. Kennedy is a member, had been
discharged as Plymouth City attorney and that the Commission
might wish to consider the reappointment of Mr. Kennedy or a
replacement. After discussion, moved by Singer, seconded by
Foley, that Kennedy be reappointed as Commission attorney.
Motion carried without dissent.
There being no further business to come before the Commission,
the Commission adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
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David J.
Acting S
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Unapproved
CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA
CHARTER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, MARCH 9, 1992
Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the
Plymouth Charter Commission was held in the Plymouth City Center on
Monday, March 9, 1992.
I. Roll Call.
Present: Bobra, Crain, Duntley, Foley, Ford, Milner,
Peterson, Schneider, Singer, Speck, Tierney and
Wirth.
Absent: Bujold, Patterson and Pribble.
The Chair announced the members Bujold, Patterson and Pribble
had notified the Secretary of their inability to attend. Also
present were Attorney, Dave Kennedy, City Manager, Jim Willis
and Assistant City Manager, Frank Boyles.
II. Approval of Minutes. Schneider requested that page 2 of the
minutes of the February 10, 1992 regular meeting, the last
paragraph of Part IV, be amended to show that all persons who
wished to appear at the public forum had been given the
opportunity to do so. The addition was agreed to. Moved by
Crain, seconded by Singer that the minutes of the February 10,
1992 meeting, as amended, be approved. Motion carried.
III. Reports of Committees
1. Form and Structure Committee. Committee Chair Duntley
submitted a written report attached as Exhibit A.
Duntley expressed the concern of the committee as to
procedure to be followed. Crain suggested that the
committee select language from various charters and
recommend language desired on specific points. Singer
expressed a desire to have consistency of language.
Tierney asked whether committees should meet with the
attorney.
Kennedy pointed out that a study draft had been proposed
and circulated and that perhaps committees could
recommend general concepts for redrafting and inclusion
in working draft. Crain asked why the working draft had
been prepared. Kennedy stated that it had been done to
facilitate the Commission's work and had been prepared
with a'minimum of expense.
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2. Finance and Budget. Committee Chair Crain reported on
committee activities. Wirth stated that input from the
city staff was necessary to inform the committee about
how things actually work. Willis pointed out that most
finance matters are covered by state law. Crain stated
that the committee should have its basic work completed
by the April Commission meeting.
3. Transition and Miscellaneous Issues. Committee Chair
Tierney reported on committee activity. Ford stated that
input from Form and Structure Committee as to wards,
terms, dates, etc. was necessary to enable the committee
to make a recommendation. Tierney expects to have final
report by April meeting.
4. Initiative and Referendum. Committee Chair Speck
reported. The committee has initially decided that
a) the referendum petition should contain information
on the cost of the action proposed;
b) 25% of registered voters should be required for
initiative and referendum;
c) the City Council should not be allowed to amend an
initiated ordinance;
d) emergency ordinances not be subject to referendum.
The committee expects to have a draft report ready by
next meeting.
V. Work Schedule - Procedures. A discussion ensued about
procedures. It was agreed that two meetings should be
scheduled for April, the second being April 22, to enable the
preparation of a final charter draft by the May meeting.
Kennedy stressed the importance of having City Council and
staff input in the framing of the charter since they are the
people who must live with and administer the charter. Tierney
moved that.a public forum be held immediately prior to the May
11 meeting. Seconded by Foley. After discussion, the motion
was withdrawn. Moved by Wirth, seconded by Singer, that the
charter draft be discussed at a public meeting on May 12 and
that the City Council be present to present their reactions to
the charter. Motion carried.
Moved by Schneider, seconded by Foley, that the Form and
Structure Committee investigate the possibility of requiring
campaign contributions of some amount lower than the present
legal limit of $500 to be reported. Seconded by Foley.
Motion carried.
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Crain moved, seconded by Bobra, that the Form and Structure
Committee study the subject of term limits for elected
officials. Motion carried.
The Commission adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
David J. Kennedy
Acting Secretary
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REPORT
COMMITTEE ON FORM AND STRUCTURE
PLYMOUTH CHARTER COMMISSION
Organization Meeting, February 26, 1992
Present: Duntley, Patterson, Peterson, and Pribble.
Absent: Bujold
Permanent Organization:
Chairman: John Duntley
Vice Chairman: William Pribble
Discussion and Identification of Major Issues:
Council Composition
Provision for Wards
. Role of the Mayor
Election Date
Date and Time of Next Meeting:
Monday, March 16, 1992, 1:00 PM
:agenda for 'next 'Meeting:
Thirty minutes of discussion of each major issue followed
by a vote to conclude or to schedule further discussion.
Question to Refer to the Full Commission:
What does the Commission expect as output from the
committee:
. Paste-up of the concerned sections of the Charter?
. Discussion of issues?
. Both?
Prepared by:JT
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hn M. Duntley 1
Chairman
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
March 11, 1992
The Regular Meeting of the City of Plymouth Planning
Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Michael Stulberg and
Commissioners Dennis Zylla, Scott
Syverson, Barb Stimson, Ed Albro and
Roger Scherer.
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Michael Wigley
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Chuck
Dillerud, City Engineer Dan Faulkner,
and Senior Clerk Typist Denise Hutt
*MINUTES
Motion by Commissioner Zylla, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Stimson to approve the February 26, 1992 Planning
Commission Minutes. '
Vote. MOTION carried on a 6-0 Vote.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Hans Hagen HANS HAGEN HOMES, INC.
Homes, Inc. for a Planned Unit Development Conditional Use (92006)
Permit Amendment to allow a 25 foot front yard setback on
all lots in the Seven Ponds Second Addition MPUD located
on the southwest corner of Medina Road and County Road 24.
Chairman Stulberg waived the overview of the February 25,
1992 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Hans Hagen, the
petitioner.
Mr. Hagen stated that there have been many changes since
the land was purchased. Mr. Hagen also stated it would
save time if they approve a blanket statement for
setbacks. Mr. Hagen stated that not every house would
require a 25 foot setback, and he would be willing to have
a formula used to establish a setback to split between
front and rear setbacks.
Chairman Stulberg asked Mr. Hagen if he would agree to an
approval for a percentage of the lots.
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Mr. Hagen stated that a percentage of 25-30% of the lots
would be sufficient.
Commissioner Albro questioned if this was an attempt to
generate more lots.
Mr. Hagen responded that this land was initially guided
LA -2, and later changed to LA -1, thus reducing the
density.
Commissioner Stimson asked what the setbacks are at the
Cherry Hill development in Medina.
Mr. Hagen responded that the setbacks are 30 feet.
Director Dillerud explained to the Commissioners that this
is the same plat that was originally approved, and the
petitioner is only requesting reduced setbacks.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the Public Hearing as
there was no one present to speak on the issue.
Commissioner Scherer stated he would be in favor of
stating a percentage of the lots be approved.
MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner
Zylla to recommend approval of the request by Hans Hagen
Homes, Inc. for a Planned Unit Development Conditional Use
Permit Amendment for Seven Ponds Second Addition MPUD for
reduced setbacks of 30 feet for up to 25% of the lots
located at the southwest corner of Medina Road and County
Road 24.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously.
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Young's
Gymnastics Academy, Inc. for a Conditional Use Permit for
a participative athletic use (a gymnastic school) located
at 9837 13th Avenue North.
Chairman Stulberg waived the overview of the February 25,
1992 staff report.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Scott Young, the
petitioner.
Mr. Young stated that he concurs with the staff report.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as
there was no one was present to speak on the issue.
Motion by Commissioner Scherer, seconded by Commissioner
Stimson to recommend approval of the request by Young's
Gymnastic Academy, Inc. for a Conditional Use Permit for a
I -'t to
MOTION TO APPROVE
(92006)
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
YOUNG'S GYMNASTICS
ACADEMY, INC. (92008)
MOTION TO APPROVE
(92008)
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participative athletic use (a gymnastic school) located at
9837 13th Avenue North subject to all conditions listed in
the February 25, 1992 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously.
Chairman Stulberg introduced the Zoning Ordinance
Amendment regarding Adult Correctional Facilities.
Director Dillerud gave an overview of the March 11, 1992
draft Zoning Ordinance Amendment.
Chairman Stulberg opened the public hearing.
Chairman Stulberg introduced letters from Mr. & Mrs.
Thomas Finn, Frank and Arletta Adams, Jackie Gryczan,
Howard Hutchison, Charles Faber, Rebecca Loegering, and a
petition from concerned citizens for public record.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Greg Bohnert of 845 Ranchview
Lane.
Mr. Bohnert stated that the Adult Correctional Facility
was originally designed to house drunks, derelicts, and
crimes of a misdemeanor nature, not hardened criminals,
such as there are now there. Mr. Bohnert also stated the
concern is for community and family safety. He stated he
is in favor of the zoning ordinance amendment and would
like the Commissioners to recommend approval to the City
Council.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Dale Brummer of 4120 Quantico
Lane.
Mr. Brummer stated he was a volunteer at the Adult
Correctional Facility and never felt threatened by the
inmates.
Chairman Stulberg introduced John Deininger of 1140
Evergreen Lane.
Mr. Deininger stated that he has been a volunteer at the
Adult Correctional Facility, and that it has been a
rewarding experience. He stated they have very strict
discipline at the facility. He also stated that he shares
the fears of the residents, but that this facility is not
on the same scale as the Stillwater facility.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Al Hedding of 1799 Black
Oaks Lane.
Mr. Hedding has been a volunteer at the Adult Correctional
Facility for three years, and feels that this is a good
program.
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VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
ADULT
FACILITIES
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Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Jim Parker of 705
Ranchview Lane.
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Mr. Parker stated that he lives south of the workhouse,
and is concerned with the safety of the people who live
around the facility.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Roger Rauch of 715
Ranchview Lane.
Mr. Rauch questioned what positive benefit Plymouth is
getting out of this facility. He stated he is concerned
with the safety of the people residing near the facility,
and would like to see a. recommendation even stronger than
the current proposed amendment.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Jim Sarkilahti of 750
Queensland Lane.
Mr. Sarkilahti has been a volunteer in the work release
program. He stated he can understand the residents'
concern for safety, but that the facility is well
maintained. Mr. Sarkilahti also stated that with crime
rising, there will be the need for expansion to house
additional inmates.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Ms. Renee Seiffert of 3301 N.
Highway 169.
Ms. Seiffert stated that she is a Red Cross volunteer, and
that there is a need for these facilities to rehabilitate
the inmates. She also stated they should be allowed to
expand if needed.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Sig Fine of 5278 Ximines
Lane.
Mr. Fine questioned if this zoning ordinance amendment is
passed, would they still be able to construct the
Administrative Program Building and Gym as approved in the
Master Plan.
Mr. Fine questioned if they would be able to construct a
new men's facility or improve the existing facility in the
future as the present facility is 62 years old.
Director Dillerud stated they would be allowed
improvements as long as it does not increase in size or
footprint of the current facility.
Mr. Fine stated that serious consideration should be given
to this amendment, as it would affect the existence of the
facility and their ability to rebuild if needed. He also
stated that the Adult Correctional Facility has never been
a real threat to the community.
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Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Adauto Mourao of 15520
9th Avenue North.
Mr. Mourao stated they should adopt this'zoning ordinance
amendment, as they are placing hardened criminals in the
facility, and he is concerned for the safety of the
residents. He stated that the facility will lower the
property value of the surrounding residents.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mrs. Sharon Bohnert of 845
Ranchview Lane.
Mrs. Bohnert stated that the citizens do not want to shut
the facility down, but that the City should have control
over future expansion. She stated that the original men's
facility was for minimum security, and she is concerned
for safety of residents if someone escapes.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Gisele Totman of 15510 9th'
Avenue North.
Ms. Totman stated she does not want the facility to be
able to expand. She also stated that this is a different
facility than Stillwater, and should not house hardened
criminals. Ms. Totman questioned who would be held
accountable if someone escaped and committed another
crime.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Ms. Sharon McWhite of 16030
8th Avenue North.
Ms. McWhite stated that she is a realtor, and this
facility will reduce property values. She also is
concerned with the safety of citizens.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Bruce Johnson of 820
Shenandoah Lane.
Mr. Johnson stated that he is in favor of restricting
expansion, and that property values will decrease if
expansion is permitted.
Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing.
Commissioner Scherer asked whether if the City Council
adopts this amendment, will Hennepin County be required to
come to the City to get approval for future expansion.
Director Dillerud commented that he was not sure about,
whether the gym and the administrative program school
could be constructed even though it was previously
approved on the Master Plan,'and that he will check with
the City Attorney. Director Dillerud replied to
Commissioner Scherer that without a variance or change in
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the ordinance, Hennepin County could not expand at all if
not within the same "footprint" of the current facility.
Commissioner Zylla asked Mr. Fine what is remaining on the
Master Plan that has not been built.
Mr. Fine stated the only construction remaining is the gym
and the administrative program building.
Commissioner Zylla asked if Mr. Fine foresees wanting to
expand the Master Plan.
Mr. Fine stated that the men's facility will have to be
replaced at some date because it is 62 years old now. He
stated that they would not propose significant expansion,
but they are currently overcrowded by 35% on the weekends.
Commissioner Zylla asked if Hennepin County has a long
range plan .for other sites. He stated that he has not
seen many requests for expansion since he has served on
the Commission. Commissioner Zylla also asked Mr. Fine
what the height of the tallest building is.
Mr. Fine responded that the men's facility is three
stories, and that there is a "steeple" that use to contain
a water tower that is five stories.
Commissioner Stimson stated that, if replacement of the
men's facility could not take place, the existing building
could become a safety hazard.
Commissioner Albro questioned if the City has the ability
to decide what kind of criminals are sent to this
facility.
Mr. Fine responded that as long as the sentence is under
one year, they can receive any convicted person, at the
court discretion.
Commissioner Albro stated that the City should allow
expansion, but only fora minimal security facility.
Commissioner Zylla asked what the Adult Correctional
Facility is zoned as, and what the height restrictions
are.
Director Dillerud stated that it is in the R -1A Zoning
District, and the height maximum is 35 feet or three
stories.
Mr. Bohnert clarified that the citizens do not want any
expansion.
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Commissioner Stulberg stated that he would not be
comfortable making a decision on this amendment until
Director Dillerud gets a response from the City Attorney
on the Master Plan relation to lot coverage and setback
regarding the gym and administrative program additions.
MOTION by Chairman Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO TABLE
Scherer to table this item until they have the City
Attorney's response.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Recess at 8:45 p.m.
Reconvene at 8:50 p.m.
Chairman Stulberg stated the Zoning Ordinance amendment TRASH ENCLOSURES
will be postponed.
Chairman Stulberg introduced the amendment to prohibit OUTDOOR ADVERTISING
outdoor advertising.
Director Dillerud gave an overview of the draft amendment
to prohibit outdoor advertising.
Commissioner Scherer asked whether this amendment includes
homebuilders' directional signs.
Director Dillerud stated this ordinance does not include
the directional signs.
Commissioner Stulberg opened the public hearing.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Michael Cronin, a
representative of Naegle Outdoor Advertising, Inc.
Mr. Cronin stated he does not want a ban on outdoor
advertising. He stated that his company's clients rely on
the visibility and promotional value that the billboards
provide. Mr. Cronin also stated that his company is
willing to work with staff to change the pattern of the
signs.
Commissioner Zylla questioned how many more potential
locations could place signs be placed, and if they are
tying to sell more signs.
Mr. Cronin stated there is a great demand for advertising
in Plymouth.
Commissioner Zylla stated that this ordinance takes away
the flexibility to move signs and bans additional signage.
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Commissioner Scherer asked if there are any signs in
Plymouth that are not owned by Naegle Outdoor Advertising,
Inc.
Mr. Cronin replied that 3M has two signs, and Carlson
Company owns a couple.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Mr. Bill Nelson, a
representative of 3M Corporation.
Mr. Nelson stated that 3M is a very responsible company
and has donated many public service advertisements, and by
banning outdoor advertising, you would be taking away from
the public services.
Commissioner Scherer stated that all billboards are highly
visible, and he finds many billboards relating to tobacco
offensive.
Mr. Cronin responded that his company will voluntarily
work with the City not to place additional tobacco
advertisements, and will not renew those contracts if that
is the desire of the City.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Joe Damagala of 17705 County
Road 24.
Mr. Damagala asked for clarification of what this
amendment would cover.
Chairman Stulberg replied that this amendment relates to
billboards for rent only, and that the City has other
ordinances that relate to other signs.
Mr. Damagala asked if the City has a ordinance for signs
on rooftops.
Director Dillerud stated that the City does not allow
rooftop signs. Director Dillerud explained that the signs
to be removed within five years are only those signs not
along State Highway 169, State Highway 55, and Interstate
494.
Mr. Damagala questioned if flagpoles are allowed as a form
of advertisement.
Chairman Stulberg stated the issue of flags has come up
and is prohibited as a form of advertisement.
Chairman Stulberg closed the public hearing.
MOTION by Scherer, seconded by Commissioner Syverson to MOTION TO APPROVE
recommend approval of the Zoning Ordinance Amendment to
prohibit outdoor advertising signs in all locations in the
community.
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Commissioner Syverson stated that billboards litter the
roadways.
Commissioner Zylla stated that there are specific areas
that need to be cleaned up and those should be focused on,
but did not see a need to ban outdoor advertising. He
stated that there needs to be some flexibility for the
sign companies.
Commissioner Stulberg stated that he is in favor of retail
advertisement, and that signs do not litter the
environment.
Commissioner Albro stated he does not consider outdoor
advertisements intrusive or offensive, and does not see it
as a significant problem in Plymouth.
Commissioner Scherer stated that no signs are allowed in
Brooklyn Center, and it has not hurt their retail
business.
Roll Call Vote. MOTION failed on a 2-4 Vote. VOTE - MOTION FAILED
(Commissioners Albro, Stimson, Zylla, and Chairman
Stulberg voting Nay)
Director Dillerud stated the Commission could send a
recent draft by the City Attorney to the City Council,'and
stated his concern for the timing of the moritorium.
Commissioner Syverson questioned if the draft by the City
Attorney restricts future signs along those highways.
Director Dillerud stated that if there are any locations
left for sign placement, it would allowed, and it would
allow the flexibility to change signs and locations.
MOTION by Commissioner Scherer, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO TABLE
Syverson to table this item until they have the revised
ordinance amendment for review.
6 Ayes. MOTION carried unanimously. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Stulberg introduced discussion on Shopping Center SHOPPING CENTER SIGNAGE
Signage.
Commissioner Zylla reviewed the current sign ordinance for
shopping centers. He stated most cities allow anywhere
from 10-30% for wall coverage. Plymouth's code may be, by
allowing 20% wall signage more liberal in freestanding
buildings than other Cities. For multi -tenant buildings
Plymouth allows 5% for wall coverage. Commissioner Zylla
stated that there may be a need to modify the ordinance
increasing the current 5% to 10% wall coverage.
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Chairman Stulberg requested Director Dillerud to prepare a
draft ordinance amendment for review by Commissioners
which addresses the changes suggested by Commissioner
Zylla. No public hearing will be scheduled yet.
Chairman Stulberg stated he would like to see the pictures
from Ryan Construction regarding signage at Waterford Park
Shopping Center.
Chairman Stulberg asked Commissioners how they are
progressing on their assigned PUD topics.
Director Dillerud stated he has only talked with
Commissioner Scherer.
Chairman Stulberg directed Director Dillerud to place the
PUD discussion on future agendas for discussion, and to
send background information to Commissioner Albro. He
stated he would like to get this wrapped up by June 1,
1992.
Chairman Stulberg stated that the Adult Correction
Facility ordinance amendment should be placed on the
agenda when Director Dillerud will be at the meeting and
to poll Commissioners to make sure all will be in
attendance. All citizens that filled out a blue card
should be notified when this item is placed on the agenda.
Meeting Adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
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DEVELOPER MEETING II
Friday, March 20, 1992
Present: John Lavander, Caliber Development; Vince Driessen,
Ryan Construction; Peter Pflaum, Mike Pflaum, and Terry
Forbord, Lundgren Bros. Construction Co.; William
Pritchard, U.S. Homes Corp.; Bob Worthington, Opus
Corp.; Harry Dean, Northwest Industrial Realty; Craig
Scherber; John Griffith, Thorpe Bros. Inc.; Hans Hagen,
Hans Hagen Homes, Inc.; Rick Sathre, Sathre Bergquist,
Inc.; Steve Ryan, Lyman Development; Greg Frank and
Mike Gair, McCombs Frank Roos; Rick Murray, Builders
Development, Inc.; Tom Tart, Vulcraft (TwinWest Chamber
of Commerce): representing the City of Plymouth: Eric
Blank, Director of Park and Recreation; Chuck Dillerud,
Community Development Director; Fred Moore, Public
Works Director; James G. Willis, City Manager; Frank
Boyles, Assistant City Manager; and Kim M. Bergman,
Mayor
Jim Willis stated that this is the second developer's meeting
which has been held for the purpose of: 1) learning those things
the City does that are time consuming and expensive from a
developer's perspective; and 2) share with developers what the
City has or intends to do to become more customer proactive.
Chuck Dillerud reviewed his March 19, 1992 memo (attached). He
stated that he asked Joe Ryan to review the development
procedures since Joe is not immediately involved and might bring
added objectivity to the observations. Similarly, John Keho and
Myra Wicklacz in the department reviewed the process step by
step. The two questions each of them asked was:
1. Why are we doing what we do from a compliance
perspective? Is'it essential?
2. What steps that we require are costing developers in time
and money?
He stated the process is not fully completed, but they have
learned a number of things. In addition to reviewing the
existing system, his staff has visited five other developing
communities to try and see what works and doesn't work in their
communities. Plymouth is not afraid to use good ideas which
others may have.
He stated that there were a number of findings from their
inquiries. They are as follows:
1. Communities are dissimilar with respect to the way they
process petitions. Some communities emphasize certain
areas . such as engineering, while others focus on
landscape architecture.
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2. Many communities provide a schedule to the petitioner
when they "come in," so there is an expectation for when
the petitioner will appear before the City Council.
3. Plymouth's checklists are not as good as those found in
some other communities. Apple Valley, particularly, has
a shorter, more descriptive set of checklists which
Plymouth will be moving towards.
4. The DRC meets once weekly. This causes an automatic
delay in the petition handling process. We are looking
for a way to resolve this delay.
5. The DRC Committee is seen as a good concept and one which
should be utilized with greater benefit to all parties.
6. The concept of informal review should be used to an even
greater extent as it is in other communities. We intend
to continue and expand upon this. Informal reviews will
be offered any time we can get the staff together rather
than -once a week as is the present practice.
7. There are some things in the' process which are local
requirements. The City has the opportunity to eliminate
or modify them. Chuck stated that he will bring his
recommendations on this subject to the City Manager,
Planning Commission, and City Council to assess the
impact of each option and determine whether or not it
would be useful to either modify or eliminate certain
ones to expedite the process.
8. In this business there are always judgement calls on how
to interpret a requirement. His staff has already
started and will continue to look at interpretations in
an optimistic, rather than a pessimistic fashion, trying
to interpret in favor of the developer, rather than
against him or her.
9. The staff has not heretofore taken items to the Planning
Commission without having all aspects and details
contingency free. Because this has often required
numerous revisions, it has added time and developer
expense to the approval process. This probably doesn't
make sense since many of the technical details are not.
considered by the Planning Commission in their review
process. Consequently, it may be possible to either
delay or separately deal with such technical issues.
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10. The Planning Commission has been reviewing the PUD
ordinance provisions. Five of the seven members are new
and therefore need an additional orientation on process
and requirements. The Planning Commission wants to be
able to provide the Council with recommendations on this
subject no later than the end of June. It is likely that
a number of- issues will be addressed, including the
minimum size of a PUD, the fact that a PUD amendment
process requires 60 days and should be shorter and
perhaps handled administratively and bonus point system
which is likely to be scrapped.
11. For items which require public hearing, 21 days is the
minimum time for petition processing because of
notification requirements. Some cities use the 21 day
time span as a goal. This is a goal that the City will
try to meet and should be able to do so in almost all
instances.
Chuck will also ask the City•Council to consider extending staff
authority to approve all site plans to reduce processing time.
He will also suggest that site improvement performance agreements
can be reduced by staff rather than requiring Planning Commission
and Council review.
Jim Willis asked if the developers had any comments on these
recommendations.
Terry Forbord - Will the City be considering.a liberalization in
the PUD setbacks and lot sizes?
Chuck Dillerud - The Planning Commission has its focus on two
things on this issue. The first is precedence. How small a lot
or how big a setback has been granted in the past?
A second is how close is the resulting setback or lot to what
would otherwise exist if it were a conventional plat?
Instead of focusing on these points, it would be more appropriate
for the Planning Commission to consider what will the City
ultimately look like?,What are we establishing as a target?
Because the Planning ommission members are new, they have no
frame of reference for setbacks of greater or less than the norm.
Chuck suggested that the Planning Commissioners should be
educated and it might be useful for he and developers to take
them on a bus trip to tour locations where alternate lot sizes
and setbacks have been used.
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Bill Pritchard - He likes the idea of going to the Planning
Commission without having all engineering phases completed,
especially if they are not topics of Planning Commission
consideration. He wants to be sure, however, that the City staff
and developer have the opportunity to review these engineering
requirements up front so that there are no expensive surprises
which arise after the fact.
Chuck Dillerud - The minimum requirement is to know what works
overall. We don't have to get back to the specifics of the
location of a manhole.
Rick Sathre - He felt the ideas mentioned were good ones.
Vince Dressen - Will the City be considering a revision in its
fees, especially with respect to traffic study costs and local
REC fees?
Jim Willis - The transportation studies are necessary to ensure
that current developments do not have a derogatory impact on the
ultimate City transportation plan: The City would have to
continue to charge fees for this process which are essentially
passed through costs charged by the consultant.
With respect to the local REC fees, they have not been adjusted
for several years. While he does not see them increasing
substantially, he does not see them being reduced, given the fact
that the major infrastructure including three reservoirs still
have to be built.
Vince Dressen - Perhaps it would be appropriate to give some
thought to the formulas. They were required to pay $32,500 for a
$3,360 square foot pizza restaurant in Rockford Road Plaza. This
is the cumulative charge for SAC and REC. In short, these fees
were 10% of the basic build out costs.
Jim Willis - The City will look at that to see whether or not
there is a problem with the fee calculation (letter to Vince is
attached).
Hans Hagen - Chuck's approach that the City should include only
that which is essential is a great approach. What happens is new
rules, ordinances, and regulations are added to the system and it
becomes burdensome and time-consuming without necessarily having
to be so. For example, the Fire Marshall says a new rule is
appropriate, then someone should ask where is the real proof that
the new regulation will save lives or reduce costs.
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Bob Worthington - From what he has seen so far, it looks like the
City will be able to improve the timeliness of processing and
predictability. He said that procedures are one thing to focus
on, but City requirements are quite another. He believes that
City requirements reflect the City's attitude and the City should
place equivalent emphasis on those requirements as the next step
in the review process.
Peter Pflaum - He is concerned about the City -Council. The
leadership of the Council must make it clear to businesses that
the City's position is either growth or no growth. Developers
have already had a bad experience and need to know if the Council
will support them in their efforts.
Kim Bergman - The City Council is concerned about development and
that is the primary reason for this meeting and the steps which
have been taken by the staff.
Peter Pflaum - He has been unable to discern from the City
Council what their position is.
Jim Willis - He assumes that Peter is referring to the
moratorium. Plymouth is not a "Lakeville" which has a problem
with state tax policy which deprives the city of any additional
revenue with new development. But we could in.the future, like
business, cities have to be concerned about their bottom line.
If there is no new revenue generated by development, then the
city must ask the hard question of whether it's beneficial to
continue to develop. He does not believe that the Lakeville
experience will occur in Plymouth.
The Council's perspective on development has been displayed by
their approval of major sewer and water trunk extensions. The
only way the city gets paid back for these improvements is by
development so the city is financially committed, it can't turn
back now. Many of the city's revenues including permits and
taxes are based upon development., For Plymouth, it's grow or
die. He encouraged developers to'share their point of view with
Councilmembers to reinforce their concerns.
Mike Gair - It is essential that the city recognize the important
investment which developers have made in the community. There
has been a sense in the past that you can comply with city
requirements and still come out with nothing at the end of the
process. In recent weeks and months the scene has changed and
this meeting is a reflection of that. He appreciates that the
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city staff has looked at other communities to see what they can
do better. He suggested that the city look at Woodbury and Sara
Prow's process which has been a positive one. He thanked Jim
Willis for the commitment which he had made and the positive
attitude shift which he has observed.
Jim Willis - Projects like Schmidt Lake Road and Northwest
Boulevard should be instructive to everyone in the room. There
is an enormous amount of pressure placed on City Councilmembers
by increasingly sophisticated property owners who do not want
those roadways next to their house. The residents vote, the
developers don't, and sometimes it is difficult for the Council
to appear supportive of development, even though they are.
Kim Bergman - He stated he is not afraid to move ahead with
roadways which have been planned in the City's comprehensive
plan. The Council is up to the task and understands the
ramifications of their actions.
John Lavander - When will the DRC changes come about?
Chuck Dillerud - Right now.the DRC is moving on a project by
project basis, trying to expedite each. His former position has
not been filled which doesn't affect things now, but may do so
when development volume increases. At that point it would be
necessary to formalize the process so that it is
institutionalized.
John Lavander - What about the engineering involved with the DRC?
Chuck Dillerud - There have been no changes -to the engineering
issues at this point. They are not within Chuck's area of
responsibility. Fred Moore is, however, here and heard developer
concerns.
Jim Willis - We need feedback from developers on how each of the
changes affects you - positively or negatively. This helps us to
modify our actions to be most customer oriented.
Chuck Dillerud - He announced that residential developers will
not be charged for checking to see if they have state licenses
under the new statutes. This will be done as part of the
computerized permit issuance process.
Steve Ryan - He is impressed in from what he has heard there has
been an obvious attitude change.
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Jim Willis - The City has been working to get employee
involvement in customer service. Developers may see a number of
examples including 15 minute parking stalls, maximum five minute
service waits, new telephone greetings, etc.
Eric Blank - The City's existing customer service effort builds
on what Chuck has been doing in Community Development. A multi -
department committee has been trying to use good business sense,
recognizing that the customer is number one. They -have generated
34 ideas, some simple, some more complex, trying to make Plymouth
a more customer oriented place. Each will be implemented within
the next 60 to 90 days, then they will generate another list. He
has asked developers to let us know when we do something right,
by the same token if there are suggestions for improvement, that
too should be shared.
John Lavander - Are city employees approaching this as an
attitudinal shift, or are they being dragged into the process.
Jim Willis - Customer service has been of great interest to city
employees. Much of these efforts have been driven by city
employees. Individual departments are now meeting to enhance
customer orientation within their specific areas of
responsibility.
Hans Hagen - He confirmed that he has never been treated better
in other places. Receptionists are positive, treat him promptly
even though they are busy with many other things.
Bill Pritchard - He echoes Hans Hagen' s comments and noted that
city employees seem to be having fun again. He asked Eric and
others present to let the staff know that customers do see the
difference.
Kim Bergman - Customer service is both bottom up and top down.
The customer is all people that the city deals with.
Terry Forbord - He stated that it has been fascinating to see the
metamorphosis that has occurred. Chanhassen, by contrast, is an
example of a city going the other direction. He is pleased and
finds it instructive that cities demonstrate such humility and
willingness to learn from others.
Jim Willis - If we do well, please let ten people know. -If we
screw up, tell me.
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: March 19, 1992
TO: James FNTREVIEW
, City Manager
FROM: Chuck Community Development Director
SUBJECT: DEVELOPROCESS IN PLYMOUTH
Responsive to our meeting with the development community last November, the
Community Development Department has undertaken a frank analysis of its
policies and procedures regarding developmental review. Our research activity
regarding the analysis has been completed. This shall constitute a report as
to steps we have taken; initial findings we have made; and areas in which
recommendations will be rendered to,you; the Planning Commission; and the City
Council. Recommendations will include modifications to staff policy;
modifications to adopted City Council policies; and amendments to the Zoning
Ordinance and Subdivision Code. The sole focus of this endeavor has been to
preserve the basic public welfare purposes of the developmental review process
while critically reviewing the features of that process that are
nonproductive; expensive; and time consuming (both for the City and for the
development community).
I have enlisted the assistance of staff members Joe Ryan, Myra Wicklacz, and
John Keho in the completion of the following tasks:
1. Joe Ryan has completed a step-by-step analysis of the Development Review
Committee process that was established several years ago, and.which now
forms the foundation for staff review and processing of most development
applications. Joe is not normally a participant in this process, and
therefore remains reasonably objective, yet he is familiar enough with
the "players" and the initial purpose of the process.
2. A topic -by -topic analysis of each category of development review within
our review process. Each type of development review (for instance,
zoning, site plans, and subdivisions) was individually analyzed as to the
steps, costs, and timelines required for an application to proceed from
submission to approval. Each step was analyzed to determine the origin
of the requirement (State Statute, local ordinance, or Council and/or
staff policy); incremental "costs" of the step in terms of time; and the
incremental cost of the step to the applicant.
3. The development process in five other communities in the Metropolitan
area which are experiencing a similar type and degree of development
activity was analyzed based on an extensive onsite interview with staff
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members of those communities (Maple Grove, Burnsville, Eden Prairie,
Minnetonka, and Apple Valley).
Findings that have come out of our three areas of investigation include the
following:
1. A prescriptiveness and duration of the project review process varies
substantially from community to community --even among communities of this
relatively homogenous development environment and community size.
2. All communities surveyed provided an applicant a specific date for
consideration by the Planning Commission and/or the City Council at the
time of application submission. By this commitment the period of review
by staff was essentially fixed. In most cases this followed one or more
informal meetings with the staff regarding the project.
3. The volume and quality of handouts provided by the Community Development
Departments to assist applicants varied widely. While this may not be so
much of an issue with the professional developers, it is an important
consideration with citizen applicants --an increasing occurrence as a city
matures, such as Plymouth. We found one community with handout materials
describing the development application review process substantially more
user friendly than those provided by Plymouth.
4. Our current Development Review Committee process dictates two weeks or
more 'additional staff review time than a critical path for most
app ications (involving hearings) identifies. It appears that most of
the two or more weeks is "dead time", merely to accommodate the structure
of the DRC process.
5. The concept of the Development Review Committee is of value to both the
City review process and the developer. The "one stop review" goal of a
Development Review Committee process should be retained.
6. There is value to the developer, as well as the City, in the "informal
review" --particularly when other City departments (beyond Community
Development) can be involved in the same meeting; particularly
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Engineering.
7. There are a number of "local option" features of the development review
process in Plymouth that have been added in response to specific
incidents, and are not required by State Statute. These include:
a. Legal notice to property owners within 500 feet --State Statute
requires only,350 feet.
b. Development signage of sites for certain applications.
c. Detailed tree inventories.
d. Specific site plan review by the Planning Commission and City
Council.
e. Site Improvement Performance Agreements and financial guarantees.
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f. Present City of Plymouth checklists 'for many types of applications
include requirements for submission of items not mandated by code,
ordinance or state statute.
8. There were areas in the development review process where a simple change
of interpretation by staff could result in efficiency; time saved; and
reduced cost to the applicants.
9. The current staff review that focuses on providing recommendations to the
Planning Commission regarding applications that are virtually "contingent
free" results in extended review time prior to consideration by the
Planning Commission and City Council; substantial additional expense to
the applicant; and significant staff resources to administer.
Particularly with respect to matters before the Planning Commission,
contingencies regarding technical aspects of engineering and fire
protection could easily be handled as contingencies while remaining
virtually transparent to the Planning Commission's deliberation.
10. The Planning Commission has been -involved in a study of the Planned Unit
Development provisions of the Zoning Ordinance for several months. A
substantial turnover .of Planning Commission members has resulted in a
lengthy learning curve in that regard but I expect progress now that a
full Planning Commission compliment is available. Findings made by the
Planning Commission regarding the PUD provisions of the ordinance that
will likely result in recommendations for modification include the
following:
a. Elimination or substantial reduction in the minimum size threshold
for a PUD (currently 40 acres with substantial density reductions for
residential PUD's of smaller size).
b. Substantially streamlined method for amending PUD's where such
amendments are minor in nature.
c. Redesign or elimination of the "bonus point" system.
Based on the preceding findings; suggestions from the development community
that may follow from those findings; and, subsequent findings that additional
review of our information may reveal, a logical series of recommendations will
be developed. While I have modified certain development review functions that
are focused exclusively on the Community Development Department,
recommendations that result from many of the findings that we have made must
be concurred in by other City departments; the Planning Commission; 'and, most
importantly, the City Council. A number of changes to existing City policies
and the Zoning Ordinance are implied from the findings above, such -as changes
to the site plan and Site Improvement Performance Agreement administration
portions of Section 11 of the Zoning Ordinance.
At least one of the communities that we visited has collapsed the staff review
for all "hearing items" that come before the Planning Commission to match the
time required to publish the required hearing notices in the official city
newspaper (21 days). In doing so that community has, in my opinion,
accomplished maximum efficiency in terms of the staff component of development
review. This should become the goal as we look to streamlining the DRC
process in Plymouth.
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The Plymouth City Council has in recent weeks extended to staff some
additional flexibility with regard to administrative approval of specified
setback adjustments within PUD's based on environmental factors discovered in
the field. This an appropriate time to consider expanding the Administrative
Approval process to all Site Plans and the Site Improvement Performance
Agreement activities. In both areas we have found that significant savings
can result in terms of the time it takes to "turn" a project application on
the front end, and for a developer's financial security for site improvements
on the back end.
Specific recommendations for modifications
institute within the Community Development
appropriate parties by the end of April.
community, based on our findings noted above,
the development review system as it currently
solicited so that recommendations could
suggestions as well.
(pl/cd/jw.3-19:jw)
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beyond which I can unilaterally
Department will be made to the
Suggestions from the development
as well as their observations of
exists in Plymouth should be now
include consideration of those
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March 23, 1992
Mr. Vince Driessen CITY OF
Ryan Construction Company PLYMOUTH -
900 Second Avenue South
Suite 700
Minneapolis, MN 55402
SUBJECT: BROADWAY STATION PERMIT FEES
Dear Vince:
Following our meeting Friday morning, I have had the opportunity
of looking into the permit fees charged for the Broadway Station
facility. These fees are very substantial, as you pointed out,
and an explanation of them is certainly in order.
The Metropolitan Waste Control Commission (MWCC) determines the
Service Availability Charge (SAC) for facilities such as Broadway
Station, based upon projected sewerage usage. This determination
is based upon the seating capacity of the restaurant. Based upon
a seating capacity of 130, the MWCC has determined that a total
of 16.25 SAC units would be assigned. They arrive at this based
upon their formula of eight restaurant seats per SAC unit. A SAC
unit is equivalent to 100,000 gallons of sewerage flow per year.
They also provide a credit of 1.12 SAC units on the basis of
credit for 3,360 square feet of retail space. Their net charge,
therefore, is for 15.3, or rounded down to 15 SAC units. The
charge for these SAC units totals $10,500 on the basis of $700
per SAC.
From the determination. of SAC units calculated by the MWCC, the
City calculates both its water and sewer Residential Equivalent
Connection (REC) units. A REC unit is equivalent to 72,000
gallons of water or sewerage flow per year. The City determined
that there would be 21 sewer and water REC's charged as follows:
1. Twenty-one water REC's at $630 per REC equals $13,230.
2. Twenty-one sewer REC's at $370 equals $7,770.
The balance of the total $32,509.82 permit fee, $1,009.82 was the
basic permit fees and surcharge for the work being done within
the facility to accommodate the Broadway Station restaurant.
Vince, I recognize these sums are quite substantial, and while I
am not in a position of defending the MWCC's SAC charges, I can
defend the'City's REC charges.
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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Mr. Vince Driessen
March 23, 1992
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The City has developed a long-range strategy for paying the costs
incurred in the construction of trunk sanitary sewers, force
mains and pumping stations, trunk watermains, reservoirs, as well
as pumping facilities and treatment facilities. The capital
costs of these are deemed to be system costs and are recouped
over time through connection charges to both the sanitary sewer
and water systems. The second financing means is through the
levying of area assessments for trunk benefit. These assessments
are normally levied when the lateral improvements are installed.
Based upon the City's current adopted sanitary sewer and water
plans, we believe the current financing mechanism for both water
and sanitary sewer systems will provide the resources needed to
complete the trunk system within the metropolitan service areas.
I would be pleased to go over this matter with you in more detail
if you desire. I recognize the costs are very substantial and
therefore, of legitimate concern to you and others developing in
our community.
Yours truly,
s G. Willis
Cit Manager
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Chuck Dillerud, Director of Planning & Community Development
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DEVELOPERS/CONSULTANTS
March 20, 1992 Breakfast Meeting.
John Lavander Hans Hagen
Caliber Development Hans Hagen Homes, Inc.
14405 - 21st Avenue North 2353 North Rice Street
Plymouth, MN 55447 Suite 205
475-3550 St. Paul, MN 55113
572-9455
Bill McHale & Vince Driessen Rick Sathre
Ryan Construction Co. Sathre Bergquist, Inc.
900 Second Avenue South 150 South Broadway
Suite 700 Wayzata, MN 55391
Minneapolis, MN 55402 476-6000
339-9847
Peter Pflaum & Mike Pflaum
Steve Ryan
Lundgren Bros. Construction Co.
Lyman Development
935 East Wayzata Blvd.
300 Morris Avenue
Wayzata, MN 55391
Excelsior, MN 55331
473-1231
474-0844
Darrell Gonyea
Greg Frank & Mike Gair
Gonyea Land Company
McCombs Frank Roos
9100 West Bloomington Freeway.
15050 23rd Avenue North
Suite 157
Plymouth, MN 55447
Bloomington, MN 55431
476-6010
888-1112
William Pritchard
U.S. Homes Corp.
8421 Wayzata Blvd.
Golden Valley, MN 55426
544-7333
Bob Worthington
Opus Corp.
9900 Bren'Road East
Minnetonka, MN 55343
936-4491
Harry Dean
Northwest Industrial
3025 Harbor Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
559-9171
Craig Scherber
11415 Valley Drive
Rogers, MN 55374
428-8400
Dave Ficek
L.A. Laukka Development
3000 Edinborough Way
Suite 201
Edina, MN 55435
896-1971
Fred Haas
Marvin H. Anderson Homes
8901 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
881-2661
Rick Murray
Realty Builders Development Inc.
1055 East Wayzata Blvd.
Wayzata, MN 55391
473-8511
John Griffith
Thorpe Bros. Inc.
8085 Wayzata Blvd.
Minneapolis, MN 55428
546-5555
Tom Tart
Vulcraft
5000 Glenwood
Suite 201.
Golden Valley,
Avenue
MN 55422
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: March 25, 1992
TO: Fred Moore, Public Works Director
FROM: Helen LaFave, Communications Coordinator
SUBJECT: RESIDENT FEEDBACK FORM FROM TOWN MEETING
The attached resident feedback form was received at the Area 4
Town meeting on March 23. Please look into the matter and advise
the citizen of action which has been taken. Also, advise me of
action which has been taken by Tuesday, April 21 so that I may,
include your response in the Council informational memorandum.
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Steve Jaeger
Metropolitan Transit Commission
560 - 6th Avenue North
Minneapolis, MN 55411-4398
SUBJECT: QUESTION ABOUT ROUTE 93A
Dear Steve:
Last night the Plymouth City Council conducted a Town Meeting.
At the meeting, one of the residents, Diane Syverson, 4740
Orleans Lane, 559-0069, inquired about the 93A route.
According to Diane, the 93A minicoach begins its service between
48th and 49th Avenue North on Nathan. It then runs southerly to
Four Seasons. In the evening, the 93A route goes from Four
Seasons northerly on Nathan to 45th Avenue North and then
westerly along 45th to Zachary. Her husband normally uses the
service on particularly cold days. Her concern is the fact that
service is not provided to 49th and Nathan during the evening
hours.
I told her I suspected that this bus was on a layover and that is
why it was located at 49th Avenue. I also indicated that we were
exploring the possibility of.extending a route to Cardinal Ridge
which might also serve this area. I told her this would be
dependent upon the amount of ridership we could expect.
Would you contact Ms. Syverson to make sure that I have story the
right, evaluate the appropriateness and expense of developing a
route which would serve this area both morning and night and
then share that information with'me?
Thanks for vouf assistance.
S incere ,'
AsAlstapt City Manager
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March 24, 1992
Howard & Jody Sigal
5120 Norwood Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
SUBJECT: NOISE GENERATED BY SOO LINE TRAINS
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Sigal:
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Thank you for attending the March 23 Town Meeting. You submitted a
resident feedback form which expressed concern about the railroad
whistle at Pineview and Larch Lane crossings. You asked whether there
was a noise ordinance and if the City could consider installing gates at
the railroad crossings so the whistles would not need to be used.
Other residents have previously raised this concern. As a result of
those inquiries, we have sent letters to the Soo Line Railroad.
Attached is a response from Mr. Dale Ward at the Soo Line. His letter
indicates the railroad is required to blow the whistle at each
intersection.
He states that the City could adopt an ordinance which would prohibit
them from taking such action. Realistically, however, the Council could
not prudently entertain such a proposal unless sufficient protections
are provided at each railroad/street crossing. Consequently, I sent a
letter to the Soo Line inquiring what costs would be incurred for
improving each intersection within the City. Attached is a letter which
shows that all intersections could be improved for the approximate cost
of $370,000.
Two policy questions remain to be considered by the Council. The first
is, should the public invest $370,000 in improving these intersections
to serve a relatively small segment of the community? The second policy
is, even if the intersections are improved, will the City still incur
substantial liability for adopting an ordinance prohibiting use of
whistle? This latter question can only be answered by the City
Attorney.
As I mentioned'at the Town Meeting, the City Council will be discussing
its 1992-1996 Capital Improvements Program on Wednesday, March 25 at
7:00 p.m. While it is unlikely that the Council would take conclusive
action with respect to the intersection issue, they may ask for further
research on this matter.
Please let me k w if you have any questions by calling me at 550-5013.
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Frank Boy e ' CIM
Assista City Manager MAR 27'92
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Soo Line Railroad Company
November 11, 1991
Transp. File: PR0022
The Honorable Kim M. Bergman
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mr•. Bergman:
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Soo Line Building C' O <<--�"-�
Room 310
Box 530
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55440
(612) 347-8000
OPERATING DEPARTMENT
Thank you for your letter to Soo Line Railroad dated September 19,
1991, which expressed the concerns of your residents, the Plymouth
City Council, and yourself related to our trains whistling for grade
crossings during evening hours. I also appreciated your taking time
to discuss this matter with me by phone.
As indicated, we on Soo Line are sincere when we say we want to be
viewed as good neighbors in your Community, and we do not take your
concerns lightly. Since receiving your letter, we have instructed
our General Road Foreman of Engineers, and our Line Supervisor, to
again discuss whistling requirements with Engineers to ensure that
excessive whistling is not being done, but also to ensure that proper
whistling is being done to protect the public at grade crossings. We
cannot waive our responsibility to whistle for crossings as required
by regulation.
A normal whistle blast requirement for grade crossings consists of
two longs, a short, and a long. However, when an engineer approaches
a crossing where he sees approaching traffic, or pedestrians, he may
extend the length of the blasts as necessary to ensure warning has
happened. Please believe me, our engineers are cognizant of the
noise they emit and they themselves are not interested in whistling
more than necessary, especially during nighttime hours. It is
important for your Council to realize our obligation to whistle, and
the horrible accidents we are avoiding by doing so.
If the Community is adamant about stopping trains from whistling
during certain hours, they can do so by passing specific ordinances,
providing necessary crossing gates and signals, and assuming the
liability of not whistling. We would then naturally comply.
Certainly your legal counsel could direct you through that process.
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The Honorable Kim.M. Bergman
November 11, 1991
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Soo Line wishes to assure you we are a conscientious company involved
in international, and interstate transportation, serving the shipping
and general public and that we will do all possible to be viewed as
such. Our operation requires nighttime movement of trains through
many states and communities, and we try to do so as quietly and
safely as possible.
I remain willing to be of any further assistance you may require.
Thank you.
Yours very truly,
Darrell E. Ward
Asst. Chief Transportation Officer
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March 3, 1992
Mr. Darrel E.. Ward
Assistant Chief
.Transportation Officer
Soo Line Railroad Company
Soo Line Building
Room 310 Box 530
Minneapolis, MN 55440
SUBJECT: COSTS OF CROSSING GATES AND SIGNALS
Dear Mr. Ward:
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Attached is a copy of your November 1991 letter to Mayor Kim
Bergman. In that letter you state that, "if the community is
adamant about stopping trains from whistling during certain
hours, they can do so by passing specific ordinances, providing
necessary crossing gates and signals, and assuming the liability
of not whistling."
We continue to receive complaints from Plymouth residents about
train horns sounding in the night. The Mayor suggested I inquire
to you about the cost for installing crossing gates and signals
at the remaining railroad/street intersections within the
community to see what the cost of implementing an ordinance
prohibiting train whistles at night might be.
The table below shows the roadways which do or will intersect
with the Soo Line tracks. Could you indicate on the table, the
cost for completing each of the remaining intersections
(including the addition of cross arms at Pineview and West
Medicine Lake Drive).
Lights
Cross Arms
Cost to
Intersection
Installed
installed
install
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Peony Lane
0 0 0 0 0
2.
Vicksburg Lane
X
X
Completed
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Fernbrook Lane
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X
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Drive
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Pineview Lane
X
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Larch
X
X
Completed
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Zachary
X
X
Completed
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Mr. Darrel E. Ward
March 3, 1992
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Feel free to jot that information on this letter and send it back
to me. With this information I can advise the Council of what
the intersection improvement costs might be to implement an
ordinance which would prohibit the use of train whistles in
Plymouth from say midnight to 6 a.m.
Thank you in adv ce for your cooperation.
S'cere
Frangoe
Assity Manager
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cc: Mayor & City Council
Ron Rosenswag
Fred Moore
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Minneapolis, Minnesota 55440
(612) 347-8000
March 13, 1992 OPERATING DEPARTMENT
.� Mr. Frank Boyles ; ; <�-•:-•
Assistant City Manager
City of Plymouth6'. !.1}
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
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Dear Mr. Boyles:
Re: COSTS OF CROSSING GATES AND SIGNALS - ESTIMATED
This is in response to your letter to me on the above subject
dated March 3, 1992.
I have had our Engineering Department enter figures in the
appropriate blocks on your letter which are to be considered
estimates for the installation of gates and signals as requested.
Basically, if the street does not have signals or has old
signals, the cost will be about $100,000 to install signals with
gates. If the location was recently upgraded but does not include
gates, the cost will be about $35,000 to install gates. These are.
very generic numbers. An accurate estimate for a specific location
would have to be made to obtain figures to use in an agreement. Also
attached is a listing of the public crossings in this area (ignore ��1
tie column listing warning device type since it has not been updated
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currently). This•'seems to show two additional ones that the city has -,4.11'
not included in their list. This list is not totally up to date but
was checked against another list that was accurate as of about 5 or 6 F �'
years ago. Unless these public crossings"have been closed since
then, these would also have to be upgraded. It also appears there
may be one private crossing, a farm crossing at MP 14.03, with a DOT
number of 689120.
Should the City of Plymouth wish to pursue such installations, I
suggest you address your future correspondence to Mr. Guy Short who
is Director -Signals for Soo Line. Mr. Short's address is the same as
mine.
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Mr. Frank Boyles
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March 13, 1992 t
Thank you, and be assured of our future help in any way we are
able.
Si ,cerely,
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Darrell E. Ward
Assistant Chief Transportation Officer -
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% M.M. &. A.H.M.
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4/1,2,3 lrnt U -,trial arra-_ :along 1-494 both sides south
of Highway- 55.
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4/6 * '•1a :le Creek, Maple Drell, Maple Creel: 2nd, Treehouse of
Shanarldoah, Timberton, 32nd to Ranchview, and Cub Foods.
% 17th & 18th off Fernbrook, Parkers Lake, Harbor to
Niagara off Gleason Lake Rd.
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4/7 * Fox Run, Steeple Chase, Ponderosa, Willow Ponds, & 25th Av.
from Dunkirk t.o 101, and 24th Av. West. of Co. Rd. 101.
% Niagara to Vicksburg bet.een Gleason Lake Rd. & 9th Av.
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4/8 * Fazendiu Park, Sunny Acers, Queensland and 101, Candelight.
Terrace, Meadow Wood, and 30t.h & 30th P1. off 101.
% Vicksburg and Birch Briar, Birchwood, Cimmarron ponds
Cimmarron East., and 14th & Zanzibar off Co. Rd. 6.
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4/9 * Silolt, Seven Ponds East., Shiloh Pines, Fischer Ponds.
% 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th Av. both sides of 101,
Dunkirk and Garland, south of Co. Rd. 6 and 8th Av.
West of 101 to Queensland and Burl Oaks.
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4/10 * Vicksburg -to Co. Rd. 9, 101 to Co. Rd. 9, Urbandale Ct.
Co. Rd. 9 to Xene, Hughes Johnson, Boulder Crest., and
Bridle Wood.
'% Pinecrest, Hadley Hills, and Ferndale North.
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4/13 * Green, Greent.ree West, Amberwoods, & Church Hill Farms.
% Hawt.horne Ponds, Kingswood Farm, Cavanaugh, and start.
downtown Plymouth.
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4/14 * Chealsea Woods, Garland and Fountain North of Co. Rd. 6,
19th Av.'to 101, Parkers Lake Estates, & Mallard Point.
% Downtown Plymouth, Plymouth Creek, Quail Ridge, and
Parkview Ridge.
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4/15 * Imperial Hills and Annex, Merrimac k Olive North of
Co. Rd. 6 & Mooney Lake.
% Amhurst., Oxbow, Fawn Creek, Woodale, Silvert.horne, & Tyrell.
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4/16 * Fernbrook from 55 to -Co. Rd. 9, Fox Meadows, Park Place, Fox Glen,
Cedar Ridge, Plymouth Business Center, Glacier and Annapolis
North of Co. Rd. 9.
% Kingsview Heights, both sides of Juneau, Kings North, and
Fernbrook Woods.
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4/17 - OPEN
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4/20 * Northwest Business Campus, Plymouth Creekside Estates,
and Heritage Ridge, and Heritage Ridge 2nd.
% Sun Set. Trail from 494 to Zachary, including streets
both North, and South.
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4/21 * ,Xenium to Co. Rd. 9, Heritage Estates, 34th Av. to Xenium,
West. Medicine to Co. Rd. 9. Westwood Ridge, Heritage West.
2nd, and Vinewood Ln. both sides of Co. Rd. 9.
% Gleanloch Acres, and Beacon Heights, both sides of 55.
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4/22 * Co Rd. 9 from Xenium to Zachary, Sagamore, Hwy. 169 service
Dr., and Deerwood Glen.
% Ivanhoe Woods, Willow Grove Office Park, Honeywell,
Plymouth shopping center, and streets from Hwy. 55 to 13th
Av., and between So. Shore Dr. and 169.
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4/23 * Rolling Hills Park, Skyline Hills, Woodlands, Wildwings 2nd
thru 6th additions, Zachary Heights, & Harrison Hills.
% East side of Medicine Lake from 13th to 32nd, and Ridgecrest.
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4/24 * Nathan Trails, Nathan ln. from 450 to Co. Rd. 10, Cardinal
Ridge, and Wild Wings 1st.
% Creekwood Heights, Chippewa Trails, West Minister, and
Rappaport..
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4/27 * Four Seasons, from Union Terrace to Lancaster and from
36th Av. to Co. Rd. 9.
% Swan Lake, Swan Lake West, and areas between Larch to West
Med., and from 42nd to 53rd.
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4/28 * Mission Hills 4th & 5th, Lost. Lake, Colony Hills,
Wellington, and Pheanant.Hilfs.
% Areas from Larr_.h to Zachary, and from Co. Rd. 9 to
54th Av., including Schmidt. Lake estates.
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4/29 * Mission Hills, Mission Ridge, Mission Ponds, Wood Creek,
Tiburon, and 32nd Av. from East. Med. to Pilgrim.
% Zachary Hills, Sc_.hmidt. Lake Woods, Timber Shores,
Jamestown, Pike Lake, & Deerhaven.
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4/30 * Plymouth Creekview, Tangletown, West. Med. from 26th
to Hwy. tis, Fox Forest., and Oakview & Teakwood Lns.
from 18th Av. to 26th Av.
% Bass Lake Highlands, Bass Lake Estates, Wind Ridge,
Bass Lake Heights, And Bass Lake Woods.
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5/1 % Lake Camelot Estates, Bass Lake Hills Townhomes, and
Heritage Woods Estates.
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CUSTOMER SERVICE LINE
March 23, 1992
NROE LEVY, 4220 GOLDENROD
PROBLEM: On' Saturday, the City snowplow damaged the 6 inch
metal cap labeled "water" which is located immediately
in front of his mailbox. He would like somebody to
come out and check it and make necessary repairs.
SOLUTION: The call was transferred via voice mail to Water
Supervisor Bob Fasching.
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C1A° MAR 2792
March 24, 1992
Steven Christen
Operations Manager
Waste Management -
P.O. Box 9
Circle Pines, MN
Dear Mr. Christen:
Blaine
55014
CIN OF
PLYMOUTR
Enclosed are your refuse hauler license renewals, along with a
copy of the City Council's approving resolution. Please note
that your license was issued subject to no more reported
violations of Plymouth City Code Section 2005.01, Subd. 4,
relating to hours of operation. In the event of a reported
violation, a hearing will be scheduled before the City Council to
consider revocation, denial, or suspension of your license. You
would then be given the opportunity to address the City Council.
Thank you for your letter dated March 13 which outlines the
efforts you have taken to assure that the hours of operation are
adhered to in the City of Plymouth.
I know we both hope this situation is concluded. Thanks for your
prompt action.
Sincerely,
Laurie Rauen orst
City Clerk
cc: Informational Memorandum
f - Garbage Hauler Licenses
CIM MAR 27'09-
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
RESOLUTION NO. 92-180
GARBAGE HAULER LICENSE FOR WASTE MANAGEMENT INC.
WHEREAS, an application for renewal of a garbage hauler license
has been received from Waste Management Inc.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Plymouth that Waste Management Inc. is hereby granted a garbage
hauler license for the period April 1, 1992, through March 31,
1993, subject to no more reported violations of Plymouth City
Code Section 2005.01, Subd. 4, relating to hours of operation.
In the event of a reported violation, a hearing shall be
scheduled to consider the revocation, denial, or suspension of
this license.
Adopted by the City Council on March 16, 1992.
CIM MAR 27'c?
• Wast ;anaoement-Elaine
rcle Pines, Minnescta 55014
. 612'784-8345
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Date: March 13th, 1992
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth MN, 55447
Attention: Laurie Rauenhorst
Dear Ms. Rauenhorst
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NCIA Waste Management Company
This letter is a follow up to the conversation we had on the evening'of March
12th. In that conversation you informed me of a on going problem concerning
a driver of ours who has allegedly been picking up trash prior to the 7:00
starting time.
As the new Operations Manager of Waste Management Blaine,( as of 5/91) the call
from you last night was the first indication of a problem that I was aware of..
In reviewing the information that was faxed to me, I've taken the following
action.
1) The driver was addressed witha warning letter ( see attached ). This letter
was discussed between John and I in length. I informed him I would have no reservation
in terminating his employment if he should be positively identified as being in
your community picking up trash in a residential area prior to 7:00 a.m.
2) I would ask that you please contact me personally with any further complaints
of any nature that involves Waste Managment-Blaine. I can be reached at 784-8349
or directly by dialing 783-5436.
Thank you for contacting me and bringing this problem to my attention.
Steven Ch ist
Operations Manager
Waste Management -Blaine
CIM MAR 27'92
sste hianagenent-Blaine
r'.0. Box 9
Circle Pines, Minnesota 55014
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612/784-8349
Date: March 13th, 1992
To: John Quast
From: Steve Christen
Subjt: Starting Time in Plymouth
John,
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A Waste Management Company
It was recently brought to my attention that there has allegedly been a on
going violation of the noise ordinance in the City of Plymouth. Waste Managements
policy has and will continue to be that we will abide by all regulations, laws
and ordinances with in the cities we service.
Failure to do so on your part would result in the following disciplinary measures.
1) You will be personally responsible for any fine that you would incur should
you be tagged by the City.
2) You would be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
It is very important that you understand the consequences of picking up garbage
in or around residential neighborhoods in Plymouth prior to 7:00a.m.
Your signature below indicates that you've reand and understand the above paragraphs.
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Operations Manager Route Driver
Waste Management -Blaine Waste Management -Blaine
CIM MAR 2792
I
May 14, 1991 PCITVCOF
PLYMOUTH -
Tom Kline
Waste Management
10050 Naples Street NE
Blaine, MN 55434
Dear Mr. Kline:
I have received a second complaint from a Plymouth resident
the hours of your firm's garbage collection service. The
resident previously stated that your truck is coming to the
de -sac on the south side of Balsam Lane near 38th Avenue
consistently between 6:00 and 6:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.
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about
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I sent you a letter on April 9 notifying you that garbage hauling
in a residential neighborhood before 7:00 a.m. violates the
City's noise ordinance. You did not respond with how you will
address this problem.
The problem has continued in'this same location. The resident
states that for about two weeks following her call to me the
hauler came around 7:30 a.m. Then for the last two weeks the
hauler has arrived at 6:30 a.m. or earlier. The Plymouth City
Code Section 2005.01 (4) specifically addresses collection of
refuse, rubbish, or waste materials between the hours of 10 p.m.
and 7 a.m. in the City of Plymouth.
Please let me know how you intend to address this situation.
Further complaints will be directed to the Public Safety
Department for enforcement of the noise ordinance. This
complaint will also be brought to the attention of the City
Council relative.to your licensing in the City of Plymouth.
Sincerely,
w
Laurie Rauenhorst
City Clerk
cc: Richard Carlquist,
City Council
1991 Refuse Hauler
Director of Public Safety
License File
CIM WR 27'92
_°JO PLYUOUTH BOU:_EL'i,RD Pi.Y(.•1[iU1!-1 r.,ii NESOTA 55==- TELEF-+•'_•':E _ 550- 51300
April 9, 1991
Tom Kline
Waste Management
10050 Naples Street NE
Blaine, MN 55434
Dear Mr. Kline:
PCITYf
PLYMOUTH -
I have received a complaint from a Plymouth resident about the
hours of your firm's garbage collection service. The resident
stated that your truck is coming to the cul-de-sac on the south
side of Balsam Lane near'38th Avenue consistently between 6:00
and 6:30 a.m. on Tuesdays.
I have enclosed a copy of the Plymouth City Code Section 2005.01
(4) relating to noise. Please note that the ordinance
specifically addresses collection of refuse, rubbish, or waste
materials between the hours of 10 p.m. and 7 a.m. in the City of
Plymouth.
Please let me know how you intend to address this situation. I
would appreciate your cooperation by reminding your drivers that
pickup should not occur in City of Plymouth residential areas
until after 7:00 a.m. Thank you. .
Sincerely,
r
Laurie Rauenh rst
City Clerk
cc: 1991 Refuse Hauler License File
City Council '
CIM MAR 27'92
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD PLY!: 0-H 1I ; IOINNESOTA 554-7 TELEPHONE (612) 55G•5000
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March 23, 1992 PCITYF
PLYMOUTF+
Mr. Michael J. Dwyer
Attorney At Law
MACKALL, CROUNSE, AND MOORE
1600 TCF Tower
121 S 8th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55402
SUBJECT: RIGHT OF ENTRY
ALAN HUBBELL
CITY PROJECT NO. 106
Dear Mr. Dwyer:
This letter is response to your March 12 letter to Mayor Kim M. Bergman
and the Plymouth City Council.
As I explained to Mr. and Mrs. Hubbell, the 54th Avenue road connection
to Northwest Boulevard can be constructed by staying completely within
the right of way or utility and drainage easements. The right of entry
requested from the Hubbells, as in the majority of similar situations,
is to the benefit of the adjoining land owner in that a more
professional and more aesthetically pleasing end result can be achieved.
The City has no intention of initiating formal condemnation proceedings
for this project. If the Hubbells are indeed insisting that the City
stay within its existing easements, then I can assure you that the
City's consultant will do the best design job possible within those
constraints.
Since the City Council has already approved the project with a
connection of 54th Avenue onto Northwest Boulevard, and advertisements
for bids have been requested, the City will not be able to cul-de-sac
54th Avenue.
We remain available to meet with you or the Hqbbells in an effort to
minimize the .impacts of this constuction. If, as your letter.would seem
to indicate, the five demands are inflexible, then it is with regret
that I inform you of the City's intent to proceed as stated above.
CIA' RQ 27 '92
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
Mr. Michael J. Dwyer
March 23, 1992
Page Two
In the event you or the Hubbells wish to discuss this further, please
contact me at 550-5083.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
a.4-4atQht•
Richard J. Pouliot
Project Coordinator
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cc: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
Daniel L. Faulkner, City Engineer
James G. Willis, City Manager
Mr. and Mrs. Alan Hubbell
12935 54th Ave. N.
Plymouth, MN 55442
Cit MAR 27'92
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March 20, 1992
Mr. Kim Bergman, Mayor
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Bergman,
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It was suggested I present the following issue to your office,
and you would direct my request to the appropriate department.
I would like the city to consider a stop light/sign at the intersection
of Vicksburg Ln. and Gleason. Lake Dr. Since the intersection
has been widened, it's difficult to cross safely. A good deal
of the traffic doesn't slow up much prior to the turn off Gleason,
as the road7 is so wide it allows for higher speeds.
I do not enjoy the idea of a light, but, something should be
considered.
Please advise me.
Sin fly,
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Gail Parker
15615 Gleason Lake Drive
Plymouth, MN 55447
612-473-2655
CIM MAR 27'92
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COMPANIES
Leaders in Multi -Family Management
March 23, 1992
Mayor Kim Bergman
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Re: Vicksburg Village Apartments
Dear Mayor:
IMP IIa
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I am just confirming our telephone conversation on Friday, March
20, 1992, regarding the vandalism to several automobiles at
Vicksburg Village Apartments.
As we discussed, several automobiles were vandalized at Vicksburg
Village Apartments on Tuesday, March 17, 1992. The police
department was notified and did respond to each incidents vandalism
and to the best of my knowledge completed a report with each
resident. My concern is the comments made by the police officers
to the residents. For example, a statement was made that "this
happens all the time here". As we discussed on the telephone, that
comment is not acceptable and does not help to create a calm
environment for my residents. As you stated, you will discuss this
with.the police department as soon as possible.
Finally, as per your recommendation, I did speak with Darryl
Anderson of the Crime Prevention Unit today. We will be working
together to help educate our residents on how to avoid crime.
Mayor Berman, I appreciate your help with this problem and thank
you for your prompt attention.
Sincerely,
Z & S Welsh Companies
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Lisa Moe
Senior Property Manager
cc: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
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6005 Wayzata Boulevard, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55416 (612) 544-5228 04
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March 19, 1992
Corporate Headquarters City of Plymouth
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Attention: Mayor Kim Bergman
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
& Showroom
Plymouth, MN 55447
1005 Berkshire Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
RE: Plant Closing - W.A.R.N.
Tel 612 525.4000
Dear Mayor Bergman:
Fax 614.525.4001
1.800.279.0155
By this letter, please be advised that effective Friday,
March 20, 1992, National Designwear will permanently close
its entire operation at it's facility at 1005 Berkshire
New York Office
Lane, Plymouth, Minnesota 55441. All employees will be
&Showroom
terminated by National Designwear effective March 20,
1992, except for a small group of employees involved in
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liquidation of inventory of the Corporation. There are
New York, NY 10018
101 employees at the Berkshire Lane facility.
Tel 214.840.0790
National Designwear incurred substantial financial
Fax 214.840.1471 problems during 1990 and 1991. National Designwear has
attempted for several months to obtain additional
Califomia Office financing to continue its operations and has filed for
protection under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy code. It
&showroom engaged in serious negotiations with an investment group
1565 Alvarado Street in an attempt to continue the operations, which broke off
San Leandro, CA 94577 earlier this week. National Designwear has no alternative
Tel 415352.1171 but to close the entire operation.
Fax 415 352.1361 It is anticipated that National Designwear will soon
1.800.479.9327 surrender substantially all of its assets to LaSalle
National Bank, the company's secured creditor.
If you have any questions or need further information
regarding the closure, please contact:
Carol Johnson
Vice President - Human Resources
Telephone number (612) 525-4025
Very truly yours,
Mark W. Sheff r
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
MWS/rdm
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: March 23, 1992
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Chuck Dillerud, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: DOWNTOWN PLYMOUTH PROPERTY OWNERS MEETING OF MARCH 10, 1992
The City Council has requested a brief summary of the captioned event at which
I was in attendance.
Joe Domagala invited all property owners of record, in the area bounded by
Plymouth Boulevard, Rockford Road, Vicksburg Lane and State Highway 55 to
attend an informal discussion of the general concept of Downtown Plymouth.
The meeting was held in the City Council Conference Room at 4:00 p.m. March
10, 1992. Joe asked if I wished to attend as an observer and as a
representative of the property owned by the City of Plymouth in this general
area. I agreed to attend as an observer only.
The meeting was convened as scheduled, with representatives of virtually all
of the property in the subject area in attendance. There were approximately
15 individuals at the meeting. There was no formal agenda for the meeting,
but the following topics were discussed:
1. The City/County Library - Joe reviewed the progress of locating a new
County Library at the northeast corner of Vicksburg Lane and State
Highway 55. I was asked to review the process that went into selecting
that site. Joe indicated to the property owners that, although no
construction awards have been made to construct the library, the process
of the City acquiring the site through Imminent Domain was proceeding to
conclusion very rapidly.
A number of the property owners indicated that the uncertainty regarding
the future of the Bill Cavanaugh site (where the library is now proposed
may have led to the demise of development proposals in that area of
Downtown Plymouth that would have included that site. They also
indicated that any future"development proposals for that area of Downtown
Plymouth wi.11 be handicapped by that particular site being used for
library purposes.
2. A number of property owners north of the Cub Foods site noted that the
current Downtown Plymouth PUD Plan virtually eliminated the possibility
of retailing uses north of 36th Avenue North. They indicated that this
constraint, voiced by the City in response to inquiries regarding
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potential uses north of 36th Avenue North, had "killed" several potential
sales of property and the resulting development.
3. The multiplicity of owners of the land both north and south of 36th
Avenue North will create difficulty if it eliminates the possibility of a
single development effort involving a sizeable end user.
The group then discussed actions they might take as a group regarding the
problems in the development of Downtown Plymouth that had been observed. They
decided on the follow actions:
1. To draft a letter to the City Council advising the City Council of the
difficulties to the development of the area south of 36th Avenue North
that results from both the future uncertainty and the current probability
of a library site.
2.- They decided to express the issues raised here at the Public
Informational Meeting scheduled before the Planning Commission on April
8, 1992. They indicated that it appeared to be the consensus of the
property owners that amendments to the PUD Plan were now necessary to
reflect development that has occurred and significant changes in the
general development environment since the original plan was approved.
3. The group concurred that any replanning efforts with regard to the
remaining undeveloped property within Downtown Plymouth may be assisted
through financial contributions of the property owners and could include
designed controls in return for flexibility for use.
I advised the group that the PUD Plan could.be amended even though the
original sponsors of the PUD were no longer available to originate that
amendment. I advised them that with such a large percentage of the property
owners here represented as sponsors of a PUD amendment process, the chances of
success to amend the PUD in some fashion that would better support the
continued development of Downtown Plymouth, would have a greater probability
of success.
(pl/cd/jw.3-23:jw)
Qw. Q2792
March 18, 1992
Loretha Suggs
1805 Highway 101
Plymouth, MN 55447
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR TRANSIT SERVICES
Dear Loretha:
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Thank you for attending the March 16 Plymouth Forum. The City
Council appreciated your input on the status of transit in
Plymouth. As I mentioned to you during the meeting, it would be
financially impossible for the City to initiate all day service
serving downtown Wayzata. I do not expect there are a sufficient
number of riders to justify such service and the costs would be
substantial - about $70,000 per year.
As Mayor Bergman suggested, I am attaching a memo which I suggest
that you distribute to each of the individuals who signed your
petition. By filling out the blanks in the memo, individuals
interested in transit can provide us with a better idea of the
specific transit service they desire.
If a sufficient number of people concur on the service to be
provided, this increases the likelihood that we will be able to
initiate such service on an experimental basis. I suggest that
you distribute these memos to the individuals who signed the
petition, asking that they return as soon as possible. Once I
have received the completed memos, we will assemble the
information and send it to the MTC route planners to determine
whether there is a sufficient number of potential riders
interested to initiate a new route. Please let me know if you
have any quest/ons by calling 550-5013.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: March 20, 1992
TO: Potential Transit Riders
FROM: Loretha Suggs, 1805 Highway 101, 449-9607, and Frank
Boyles, City of Plymouth, 3400 Plymouth Blvd., 550-5013
SUBJECT: WHAT KIND OF BUS SERVICE WOULD YOU LIKE?
We would like you to fill out this questionnaire because you
recently signed a petition requesting improved bus service. To
initiate new bus service the City needs to know when, where, and
how many people would ride. Because of the lack of density in
suburban populations, all day regular route service cannot
normally be justified. It might be possible to provide one
morning and one evening route if there is sufficient ridership.
We need to know the following:
1. Please circle the days each week which you would use transit
service.
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2. Where would you catch the bus in the morning and where would
it be going? (Identify the street intersection or store
name.)
Catch the Bus at:
Going to:
3. What time would the bus pick you up in the morning?
a.m.
4. What time would the bus pick you up in the afternoon to get
back home?
p.m.
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5. If you have other specific service suggestions, please write
them here.
Please provide your name and address so we can tell you about any
service improvements to be made.
Name:
Address:
Even if there is insufficient rider interest to start new
service, remember that Dial -A -Ride is available for your use
Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. to take you to
destinations in Plymouth, downtown Wayzata, Ridgedale, or Golden
Valley Civic Center.
Thank you for participating. We will share the results of the
questionnaire with you.
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March 23, 1992
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city, state zip
SUBJECT: ADOPT A PARK OR TRAIL
Dear name:
I would like to thank you for volunteering to adopt a park, trail,
etc. during the 1992 season. A number of you have inquired as to
the start up date for the program. With the exception of schools,
we will tentatively look at the week of April 6th for bag pick up
or delivery. If you haven't already done so, let Sharon know at
550-7494 whether you need bags and if you intend on picking them up
or need to have them delivered.
Weather permitting, we will plan on beginning cleanup during the
week of April 13th. As in the past, there are garbage cans spread
throughout our parks and trails. In most instances, you can place
your full bags in or next to the cans and we will pick them up
during our routine service. If you find that you have picked up an
appreciable amount of material you may wish to call us for special
pickup.
As an added note, you are not limited to just cleanup of the park.
In many cases near the play areas pea rock is continually finding
its way onto our paths'. If you wish you can bring a broom and
shovel to assist in keeping the trail clean and the safety material
in its proper place. If you notice depressions under swings or
slides, please feel free to rake or shovel the pea rock back under
them. Most importantly, if you notice any broken items throughout
the park or acts of vandalism, please contact us at 550-7494. I
truly appreciate your efforts and am looking forward to a
successful season.
Sincerely,
Mark S. Peterson
Park Superintendent
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I/Mr. Hillmer/5445 Orleans Lane #3/Plymouth/MN/55442
1/Ms. Hurd/12325-48th Ave. N./Plymouth/MN/55442
I/Mr. Shea/14610-13th Ave. N/Plymouth/MN/55447
1/Ms. Haycock/1631 Black Oaks Place/Plymouth/MN/55447
I/Ms. Rhonda Smith/4350 Zachary Lane/Plymouth/MN/55442
1/Ms. Horner/14715-39th Ave. N./Plymouth/MN/55446
1/Ms. Ruth Wellman/425 Ranchview Ln/Plymouth/MN/55447
I/Ms. Nelson/17820-8th Ave. N./Plymouth/MN/55447
1/Ms. Martin & Family/10320-28th Ave. N/Plymouth/MN/55441
I/Ms. Thompson & Cub Scout Den 6/2620 Jewell-Lane/Plymouth/MN/55447
1/Mr. Davidson & Family/11715-40th Ave. N/Plymouth/MN/55441
I/Ms. Wegener/14520-44th Ave*. N/Plymouth/MN/55446
I/Ms. Bowman & Cub Scout Pact 537/2955 Weston Lane/Plymouth/MN/55447
1/Mr. Krueger & Plymouth Jaycees/4515 Juneau Lane/Plymouth/MN/55446
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: March 26, 1992
TO: All Personnel
FROM: Lieutenant Dennis Paulson - Acting Chief of Police
SUBJECT: COMMENTS CONCERNING CRIME WITHIN SPECIFIC AREAS OF THE
CITY
Recently we have had three complaints where a police officer
allegedly made a comment to a citizen indicating there was a
crime problem within a specific 'area of the City. The
complainants have been apartment managers, business owners or
house sellers who are claiming a financial impact because of
these comments.
We are frequently asked such questions and must make sure we give
only the facts. If you do not have the statistics, it is best
not to discuss a specific area, apartment complex or business,
but to refer the inquiry to Darrel Anderson.
As an example, in replying to an inquiry concerning theft from
auto in a specific apartment complex, a remark such as "this
happens all the time here" would not be appropriate. It does not
provide sufficient information to avoid being taken out of
context. You could advise in general terms "theft from auto is a
problem in apartment complexes throughout the City because of the
increased opportunity." Inquiries of a more specific nature
should be referred to Darrel.
We must ensure' that we provide only complete and factual
information.
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March 25, 1992
Mrs. Mary Anderson, Chair
Metropolitan Council
Mears Park Centre
230 East 5th Street
St. Paul, MN 55101
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PLYMOUfFF
SUBJECT: CITY OF PLYMOUTH --COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (THOROUGHFARE PORTION OF THE
TRANSPORTATION ELEMENT)
Dear Mrs. Anderson:
During recent consideration of a developer's Preliminary Plat and the Capital
Improvement Program by the Planning Commission and City Council, there has
been substantial public testimony in support of amending the Transportation
Element of the Plymouth Comprehensive Plan to delete a minor collector segment
along Fernbrook Lane from County Road 6 to Gleason Lake Road. Representatives
of the immediate neighborhood and the developer have suggested that Fernuook
Lane not cross the Luce Line Trail but rather end in a cul-de-sac on either
side.
I have advised the Planning Commission and City Council that any amendment to
the Comprehensive Plan must be approved by the Metropolitan Council prior to
placing such an amendment into effect. I have advised them that the usual
procedure in such matters is for the City Council to adopt a desired amendment
subject to approval of the Metropolitan Council. The Metropolitan Council
then would review the proposed amendment and render its approval or
disapproval of the action. Only then could the action take effect, or be
reconsidered by the City Council.
The City Council has requested that I inquire of you regarding this suggested
Transportation Plan Amendment prior to approval of the Final Plat and Capital
Improvement Program. I have enclosed with this letter the required
submissions for review of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment. Since final
consideration of a Final Plat and Development Contract by the City Council is
being held in abeyance pending this issue your earliest response in this
regard will be sincerely appreciated.
Sincerely,
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Charles E. Dillerud
Community Development Director
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3400 Plvr:!pUTI L�O•.�� E.nR: PtY'r<:; lIi MINNESOTA 5r:_--. TFLEPHONE 16121550.5000
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: March 26, 1992
TO: Mayor & City Council
FROM: James G. Willis, City Manager
SUBJECT: CITY MANAGER PERFORMANCE REE
Last Monday I provided you with a copy of my employment agreement
with the City. That agreement was not the most current one.
Attached is the current agreement which is dated December 1989.
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INTERVIEW SCHEDULE
APPLICANT FINALISTS FOR
FINANCIAL, ADVISORY COMMITTEE
MONDAY, MARCH 30, 1992
City Council Conference Room
Richard L. Treptow
H. Todd Van Dellen
Donna Bosch
Scott V. Lindblom
Jim Grube
Almon C. Bock II
Robert O'Callahan
Ed McConville
All other applicants were unable to attend the interviews on
Monday evening.
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