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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 03-26-1984 SpecialMo m i MINUTES SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING MARCH 26, 1984 A special meeting- of the Plymouth" City Council was called to order by Acting Mayor Schneider at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the ,City Center, at 3400 Plymouth Boulevard on March 269 1984. `, PRESENT: Acting Mayor Schneider, Councilmembers Crain, Neils, and Moen, City Manager Willis, Assistant Manager Boyles, Engineer Moore, Planner Tremere, Park Director:— Blank, Finance Director Ricker, and City Clerk Houk. ABSENT: Mayor Davenport +, u CONSENT AGENDA MOTION was made by Imember Neils, seconded by -..j CONSENT AGFNDA CouncLimember Moen to adopt t1e coe sect agenda as presented. Item 4 Motion carrLed on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. MINUTES NOTION was made by Councllmembcr Neils, seconded by Councilmember Moen to approve the minutes of the special meeting of March 12, as submitted. NOtialt Cdtried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. PROCLAMATION MOTION was made by Councilmember Moen, seconded by Councilmember Crain, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 84-159 DECLARING REGISTRATION AWARENESS MONTH, MINNESOTA SELECTIVE SERVICE SYSTEM. Notion carried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. SALE OF BONUS Manager Willis repurted that there are two bond issues being ro..sideredi the first for $1+,900, 00 of General Obligation Improvement Bonds and the second for $7,000,000 Tax Increment bonds. Three bids were cocelved on the GO bonds and four bids were received on the TIF bonds. Phil Chenowith, Ehlers and Associates, reported that the had an A rating from Standard and Poor and an A-1 rating Moody 's. They wture attempting to get -gin AAA rating but unable to do so. He explained the various ratings and is affect on interest rates. He reviewed the bldg. a City from were their' MINUTES SPECIAL MEETING OF KARCH 129 1984 Item 5* RESOLUTION H0.84-159 N NESS MONTH Item 6 SALE OF BONDS Item 7-A 6 9 I E S// \ Special Council Meeting irch 26, 1964 Page 60 14OT10N was made b Councilmember Neils seconded b RESOLUTION N0.84-1600Y + Y Councilmember train, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 84.160 AWARDING THE SALE OF S419OOtOOO SALE OF $409000000 GENERAL OBLIGATION IMPROVEMENT BONDS OF 1984; GENERAL OBLtGnTION TO PIPER, OAFFRAY & HGPWOOD, INC. FIXING TriLIR FORM AND BONDS SPECIFICATIONS; DIRECTING THEIR EXECUTION AND DELIVERY; AND Item 7-A PROVIDING FOR THEIR PAYMENT Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. MOTION was made by Councilmember Moen, seconded by Councilmember RESOLUTION N0.84-161 Neils, to adopt RESOLUTION N0, 84-161 AWARDING THE SALE OF SALE UF S7tOOO1600 790009000 TAX INCREMENT BONUS TO DILLON, READ 8 COMPANY, 1NC. TIF BONDS Item 7-B Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. PUPLIC HEARINGS Acting Mayor Schneider stated that this public Informational PUBLIC INFORMATIONA. meeting was to let the public know what is going to be happening MEETING - I-494/ with the I-4^4/C.R. 15 Interchange and C.R. 61 improvements. C.R. 15 INTERCHANGE This meeting Is not required but is being conducted by the City C.R. 61 IMPROVEMENTS to inform residents who are affected and receive their input. Item 8-A Engineer Moore explained the first project Is the C.R. 61 Improvements from 6th Ave. to highway 12 In Minnetonka and the second project Is the new Interchange with C.R. 15 at I-494. Both of these projects were shown in the ;adopted thoroughfare plan In 1971. In 1980, when Carlson Companies prposed a development, in this area, traffic studies were undertaken which showed that development couldn't take place without the Improvements as planned. The City has held two previous informational meetings on these projects. Bob Roscoe, Strgar-Roscoe, Inc., consulting engineers for the aro ects, explained that C.R. 61 will be reconstructed from Highway 12 through Minnetonka, westerly into Plymouth, northerly up to old C.R. 150 and north again to 6th Ave. This will be a 52' wide street with curb and gutter. Drainage improvements will be included as part of the project. Minor additional work ill also be done. The main factor of the project will be an extensive landscaping plan. The City will work with the property owners in hopes of being responsive to their needs. The project is estimated to cost. $935,000. The plans are in the approval process. The time schedule is proposed to let a contract this summer. The second project, C.R. 15 Interchange, involves replacement of the existing bridge over I-494. There will be some realignment of the existing C.R. 15. This will be a four lane ruadway with a median diviier and will Include traffic signals. There will be substantia! landscaping In the medians. The estimated cost • Is $3,600,000, HnDOT is In the process of giving final a 0 Special Council Meeting Mare 26, 1984 Page 61 approval. It is planned to begin this summer and take approilmately two years to con4Nlete. The bridge on C.R. 15 will be closed off this year with a detour. Marion Bohnsack, 330 Zinnia Lane, stated she represented three dies on her street who abut C.R. 61. They feel there has been a lack of communication from the City over the years regarding the status of this project. They are concerned with the fact that this will be a two phase project. Manager Willis stated that Plymouth and Minnetonka are working tngether and the project will take place In one phase. Mrse bohnsack presented a letter signed by the three property owners, stating their requests for (1) six foot chain link fence along western edge of C.R. 61, (2) sodded berm, and (3) sufficient number of trees to provide sight and noise barrier. She asked if the road could be built at a steeper slope. Mr. Roscoe stated he would show her what could be done. James Bremer, 302 Zinnia Lane, stated his concern is that the slough behind his home wilt take on more water. Mr. Roscoe stated that, with the berm as proposed, tnere is no way additional water could get onto Mr. Bremer's property. Mr. Bremer stated that he would like the berm to be 10' high9 Instead of the proposed 41. Mr. Roscoe answered that a 10' berm will take 60 to ?0' of land. The volume of material would 'be enormous and costly. A noise analysis was performed as part of the Environmehvtal Assessment and the levels are well within standards. He stated that if there Is excess material, it could be placed there and he will make every effort to do so. Mr.,Bremer read portions of a resolution adopted in 1981 stating that the project would not be phased. Engineer Moore responded that the resolution referred to toning and concept plans and not the contract work. In order Lo build the interchange and keep C.R. 15 open, the bridge must be closed and a detour arranged. Jim Sentman, 13510 C.R. 15, stated that the neighborhood is Urs dppolnted that their homeowners association hadn't been notified. They are also unhappy about the berming proposed as the road Is at grade level. They would like a 3' berm on the east side of C.R. 61 as well as a fence. Another concern is that they have had problems with water drainage and would like some assurance that this will be corrected. He added that he had been assured that this would built on a contiguous basis and be completed quickly. Acting Schneider stated that the City cannot close down a countyMayor road which makes the detour necessary. S!/ Special Council Meeting March 26, 1984 Page 62 Mr. Sentman stated there are several other ways this project could have been worked without detouring traffic. He asked what the City planned to do with the piece of property it would be taking over to the east of C.R. 61. Manager Willis answered that the City has no plans for the property. Mr. Roscoe added that there will not be sewer and water extended to that property. Dave Nygren, 420 Berkshire Lane, asked if traffic signals would B; Installed. Engineer Moore answered that if it is warranted, they will be added. Mr. Nygren asked about the street layout. Engineer Moore answered that the concept plan has been approved as presented. In order to change it, Carlson Companies would" have to submit a revisen plan and another public hearing would, be held. 1. T. 1 Slack, 525 Wedgewood Lane, stated his concern that there, Be enougherming and trees to keep traffic from cutting over his property. John Panninnq, i0 Wedgewood Lane, stated he is also concerned wTt i t a ming proposed. He doesn't believe the trees as planned are enough. He is also concerned about noise levels. He asked if trucks couldn't be rerouted. Engineer Moore answered that this is a county road and the City doesn't have the authority to prohibit trucks. Phil Collins, 305 Vinewood Lane, asked where C.R. 15 will end. Engineer Moore answered that C.R. 15 will come from the east and intersect with C.R. 61 where it will end. From there west it will be a City street. James Bredeson, 310 Zinnia Lane, asked if a catch basin would be installed. r. Roscoe answered that this is part of the proposed project. Jim Burns, 295 Wedgewood Lane, asked if existing C.R. 15 will be Taken Engineer Moore answered that C.R. 15 as it goes into 04 will be taken out. Where it enters C.R. 61 will become a City street. Tom Redman, 13420 C.R. 15, stated he would like a berm and fencing a so. Mr. Collins stated that although the original guide plan' was drawn In 1971, he feels there were property owners who weren't given enough time to make plans to move. " Richard Cotr, 415 Wedgewood Lane, berm and s the full length of He asked about the speed limits. the Commissioner of Transportation estimates it wall be 35 or 45 mph. stated that he would like a the road as well as a fence. Engineer Moore answered that will set the speed limit, he f/Sl Special Councli Meeting March 26, 1984 Page 63 Mr. Sentman asked about the construction ofh et. Moftheetre r. Roscoe answered that it will be asphalt. Ruth Hackberth, 13413 1st Ave., asked which house will be taken as er address was the one given by the City and she has not been informed that her house was In the right-of-way. Engineer Moore pointed out the house that will be bought and moved. It is not her house and the matter of the address will be looked Into. Mrs. Bohnsack stated that some type of controlled intersection should be installed for pedestrian crossing. She also asked about adding a park on the west side of C.R. 61. Park Director blank stated that it had been studied and not recommended but she could petition for a change after the road was Installed. Acting Mayor Schneider stated his concern with the berms — requested. He stated that if there is excess material, it should be used.for berming. Engineer Moore cowmented that nothing can be done in the DNR wetland area. Adjoining property owners will be contacted to determine If they want the berm and would be willtng to maintain Lt. He doesn't believe the cost of a fence would increase the costs too much, but the involved property owners should be contacted. He addead that a 6' fence would detract from the overall project. Acting Mayor Schneider suggested that the possibility of planting more trees be looked at, at least In the areas where there may be a concern about noise levels. Discussion continued on thit routing of the detour and the phasing of the projects. Manager Willis stated that the purpose of this public hearing PUBLIC HEARING was to hear testimony regarding the northeast trunk sanitary NORTHEAST TRUNK sewer. This portion of the trunk system is the last segment to SEWER, PROJECT 903 be constructed within the ",,-ortheast" area. Item 8-B Acting Mayor Schneider stAted that notices of the public hearings were published and affected residents were notified. Acting Mayor Schneider opened the public hearing at 903 p.m. Sakti Segall 17915 Comstock Road, stated that If this project is approved, hopes bids could be let the first of June so his project, which is contingent on the sanitary sewer being Installed, can begin. Alex Ritter, 312 Prospect .eve., asked about the proposed sc e u e and the assessment on the property which may be rezoned. I S// Special Council March 26, 1984 Page 64 Meeting The public hearing was closed at 9:57 p.m. MOTION was made by Councilmember Neils, seconded by Councilmember Crain, to adopt RESOLUTION N0,, 64-162 ORDERING IMPROVEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, NORTHEAST TRUNK SANITARY SEWER - PROJECT N0. 903. Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. Engineer Moore reported that proposed public improvements, Lane to Zachary Lane. The 648,0000 this public hearing is to discuss Project 225, 45th Ave. from Nathan estimated cost of the project is Acting Mayor Schneider opened the public hearing at 10:00 p.m. Bill Allen, representing U.S. Home Corp., asked how the charges were determined for his property. Acting Mayor Schneider answered that regardless of the guiding o' the property to the.. north, his estimated costs will not increase. Mr. Allem urged that the project be undertaken quickly. Jim Nervig, U.S. Home Corp., asked about the cost of the assessment if condominiums were proposed. Acting Mayor Schneider answered that the assessment would be for 9 ton street In that case instead of a 7 ton. Mr. Ritter asked to look at the alignment of 45th Ave. Manager Willis stated that there is merit in the reguiding proposal and It may be that the road sho.•id be changed. The City's only concern is that the City would like to proceed with the project quickly. Mr. Ritter stated he wants to submit a concept plan within 10 days. Ulwcusslcn followed on possible realignment of 45th Ave. and its affect on abutting properties, the public hearing was closed at 10:15 p.m. NOTION was made by Councilmember Crain, seconded by Councilmember Moen, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 84-163 ORDERING IMPR0VEMENT AND PREPARATION OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, 45TH AVENUE - NATHAN LANE TO ZACHARY LANE, PROJECT N0. 225. MOTION was made by Councilmember Neils, seconded by Councilmember Moen, to amend the resolution to add condition 84 as follows: "Staff review alignment of street with contract purchaser of school property and other affected property owners for possible alternate alignments." Notion carried, four ayes. RESOLUTION N0.84-162 ORBERING SPECS, NORTHEAST TRUNK SANITARY SEWER PR03ECT 903 Item 8-8 PUBLIC HEARING - 45TH AVE., NATHAN TO ZACHARY, PR03ECT 225 Item 8-C RESOLUTION NC.84-163 SPECS, 45TH AVE. PROJECT 225 Item 8-C r, Special Council Meeting March 260 1984 Page 65 Xe 013ong consultingen in r ngee , reminded the Council that If new designs were required, the letting of the bids and contracts will be delayed. Motion as amended carried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. MOTION was rade by Councilmember Neils, seconded by Councilmember Moen, that staff be directed to report back to the Council on April 16 with respect to designs regarding any proposed change in alignment in 45th Ave. Motion care ted, four ayes. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Manager Willis reported that the Community Development Block Grant program for funt!ing Year X has been recommended by the HRA following a public hearing. A new program was added, Support of Community Day Care Programs in the amount of $7,000. The total expected grant amount is approximately 16% Sass than - last year, or 5142,759.10. MOTION was made by Counclimember Neils, seconded by Councilmember Noen, to adopt RESOLUT10N NO. 84-164 AUTHORIZIK SUBMISSION OF CITY OF PLYMOUTH GRANT APPLICATION TO THE PLANNING AREA 2 CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR INCLUSION IN THE URBAN HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION IN ACCORD WITH THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACI OF 19744 Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, fo.ir ayes. Engineer Moore stated that the public hearin; on the Dunk.:rk Lane improvements, project 408, should be set. for April 16 but that prior to that an informational meeting be held with the property owners. Mr. Pulanski, Short-Elliott-Hendr!ckson, consulting eiv!neers for the project, reviewed the goals of the project regar•_.,,g the street, drainage, utilities, AnO landscaping. He revie*ed the estimated cost which totaled 0,815,200 and the pruN:%geci peo:ject schedule. He explained that if there is a problem vInr•!ining some easements, it could delay the drainage inwtallation portion of the project until 1985 but all the streets would be completed by November 15, 1984. 0 COEG PROGRAM YEAR X Item 9-A RESOLUTION N0.84 -i64 7W, APPLICATTW CUBG PROCIAM FOR YEAR X Item 9-A f,UHX.: RK LANE PROOErT lt n 9-B S// Specldi Coulicil Meeting March 26, 1M84 Nage 66 NOTION was made b Councilmember Neils seconded b RESOLUTION N0.84--igffiYrY Cowicilmember Moen, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. 84-165 RECEIVING CALLING HEW131aw----- REPORT ANU CALLING FOR HEARING ON IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT 4089 DUNKIRK LANE IMF. DUNKIRK LANE FROM COUNTY ROAD 24 TO COUNTY ROAD 6 for April 16 PROJECT 408 at 7:30 p.m. with an added condition 64 as follows: "That the Item 9-8 con:.l:lting engineer be authorized to proceed with surveying as necessary to expedite preparation of easement documents as directed by the city engineer." Notl.,n carried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. NOTION was made by Councilmember Neils, seconled by RESOLUTION N0.84-166 Couacilmember Moen, to adopt RESOLUTION N0, 84-166 APPROVING THE OPROVING DESIGN DESIO.N CONCEPT FOR THE ZACHARY PLAYFIELD PLAY AREA. ZACHARY PLAYFIELD Item 9-C* Mo'.ion carried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. NOTION was made by Councilmember Neils, seconded by. RESOLUTION VO.81r•!67 Councilmember Moen, to adopt RESOLUTION NO.84-167 APPROVING TffgkCI fm it —" EXPENDITURES FOR THE INSTALLATION OF CANOE RACKS AT EAST BEACH. CANOE RACKS i CENTER EAST BEACH Notion carried on a Roll Call vote, four ayes. Item 9-D* MOTION was made by Councilmember Neils, seconded by RESOLUTION N0.84-16. Councilmember Moen, to adop+ RESOLUTION N0. 84-168 APPROVING DISBURSEMENTS FOR PERIOD ENDING 2/29/84 In the amount of PERIOD ENDING is 4,7779321.70. 2/29/84 Item 9-E• Motion carried on a Roll Call vote, four .lyes. REPORTS OF OFFICERS, BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS Park Ulrector Blank submitted the questions the five potential INTERVIEW QUESTIONS architects are being asked to answer in writing prior to their COMMUNITY CENTER April 10 interview with the Counnil. PROD. Item 10-A Councilmember Neils asked that the architects be told that the Council will follow their schedule of 15 minutes for the architect's presentation and 15 minutes l'or questions. The 1984 Mayor/Council agenda review was deferred until the MAYOR/COUNCIL AGENDA meeting of April 23. Item 10-8 Engineer Wore submitted a public improvement project status PROJECT STATUS report for Council review. Item 10-C The meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m. 1 • 1 ' 4 l P V ClerkCty