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AUGUST 21, 1992
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS ....
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR AUGUST:
AUGUST 24 5:30 P.M.
AUGUST 31 7:00 P.M.
BUDGET STUDY SESSION II
Council Conference Room
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
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2. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR SEPTEMBER:
SEPT. 14 7:00 P.M.'
r SEPT. 21 6:30 P.M.
7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
PLYMOUTH FORUM
Council Chambers
COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
3. HRA -- Tuesday, August 25, 6:30 P.M. The Plymouth HRA will meet in the Large
Office Conference Room. Agenda attached. (M-3)
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4. MAYBE MEETINGS -- The Council maybe meeting with the Plymouth Civic League
Board of Directors at 6 p.m. on August 31. We are awaiting confirmation. On that same
evening, we may; schedule Budget Study Session III depending upon the outcome of
Budget Study Session H on August 24.
5. PRIMARY CANDIDATES FORUM - LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS -- Tuesday,
August 25. The Plymouth/Wayzata League of Women Voters will host a candidates'
forum beginning at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers. A handout on the Forum is
attached. The forum will be shown live on cable channel 37 and replayed at 7 p.m. on
Thursday, August 27, Tuesday, September 1, Thursday, September 3, and Tuesday,
September 8. Members of the Charter Commission will also be present in the reception
area from 7 - 9 30 p.m. to answer questions about the Charter. (M-5)
6. PLANNING CONESUSSION --- Wednesday, August 26. The Planning Commission
Forum will begin at 6:45 p.m., with the regular Commission following at 7:00 p.m.
Agenda attached. (M-6)
7. LMC REGIONAL MEETING -- Thursday, September 4, afternoon program - 2:30
p.m., dinner and meeting - 6:15 p.m. at the Hanover City Hall. The attached letter from
Hanover Mayor Maxine Ladda invites Council members to the meeting. Please notify
Laurie before August 28 if you plan to attend. (M-7)
8. CHARTER COMIVHSSION -- Wednesday, September 9, 8:00 p.m. The September
Charter Commission meeting has been rescheduled from Monday, September 14 to
Wednesday, September 9 at 8.00 pm Attached is a meeting notification memo from
Charter Commission Chair Virgil Schneider which also includes the August 18 meeting
minutes and a newspaper article from the May 20 Plymouth Sun/Sailor. (M-8)
9. UPSHER-SMITH LABORATORIES - GROUND BREAKING -- Friday, August 28,
9:30 a.m. Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc. and Ryan Construction will host a ground
breaking ceremony for a new building expansion at 14905 23rd Avenue North A copy of
the invitation is attached. If Council members plan to attend, please contact Laurie on
Monday; -August 24. (M-9)
10. HENNEPIN PARKS - Tour de French H Bike Ride & Festival -- Saturday, August 29.
Hennepin Parks is hosting its Tour de French Bike Ride and Festival. Bike Rides will start
at four different locations within Minneapolis and suburban Hennepin County and conclude
at French Regional Park. Information on the event is attached. (M-10)
11. VVR-A .ST EXPO 192 -- Thursday, September 10, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m, Holiday Inn
Minneapolis West. Information on the Chamber's annual Expo is attached. (M-11)
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12. MEETING CALENDARS - City Center and City Council calendars for AUGUST and
SEPTEMBER are attached. (M-12)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION....
1. CITY MANAGER SELECTION T1MRI TNR AND PROCEDURAL OUESTIONS --
Attached is a letter and timeline from Harry Bruell of PDI for Council consideration.
Harry would like clarification on each of his questions and the timeline as soon as possible.
If the Council is unable to consider this issue on August 24, Harry will be present at the
August 31 Council meeting. (I-1)
2. GLEASON LAKE OUTLET STRUCTURE -- Fred Moore attended the five hour August
20 public hearing regarding this proposed project. Attached is a memo with his
observations. Fred suggests that modifications to the project were made to make it a "win-
win" solution for all parties. (1-2)
3. METROPOLITAN COUNCIL INTERIM POLICY FOR REVIEWING LOCAL
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS -- The Metropolitan Council has advised us
that they have adopted an interim policy for reviewing local comprehensive plan
amendments requesting expansion to the Metropolitan Service Area Line (MUSA). A copy
of the policy has been provided. This policy will be used by the Metropolitan Council to
review MUSA expansion requests until the Metropolitan Development and Investment
Framework and the Water Resources Management Plan Part 1 are updated in 1994. The
interim policy has little impact on Plymouth tom. However, in the future, as the amount
of unplatted land within the city's existing MUSA becomes used, there will be increasing
pressure to request a MUSA extension. This policy basically says that they will not
entertain an amendment to the City's MUSA line if it results in a local household capacity
of over 23,500 which was the Metropolitan Council's year 2000 forecast for Plymouth.
4. UPDATE ON STATUS OF THE CERTIFICATION ELECTION FOR CLERICAL.
TECHNICAL. PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES -- We received a mail ballot election
order from the Bureau of Mediation Services dated August 14, 1992. The Bureau will
hold the second election by mailing ballots on Monday, August 24, 1992. Employees must
return their ballots by Tuesday, September 8, 1992 at 4:30 p.m. Ballots will be tabulated
on Wednesday, September 9 at 9:00 a.m. at the Bureau of Mediation Services. During
this entire period a stay order is in force which prohibits us from discussing wages and
conditions of employment with employees. A copy of the order is attached. (I-4)
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5. FIRE CHIEF UPDATE -- The application deadline was August 17, 1992. We received
approximately 110 applications. In accordance with the selection schedule we supplied to
the Council earlier, Public Safety Director Gerdes will begin reviewing the applications on
August 24.
6. TRANSPORTATION SEMINAR -- The Minnesota Highway Users Federation is hosting a
transportation seminar, "Transit: Where is it Going and Why" on Thursday, September 10
at the Airport Hilton in Bloomington. As part of, the seminar, Frank Boyles will
participate in a panel discussion. A copy of the meeting notice is attached. (1-6)
7. RADAR SURVEILLANCE -- The final traffic report for the area of 47th Avenue and
Harbor Lane is attached. This is in response to a Council directive. The Public Safety
Department will provide one hour of stationary radar per week to monitor the speeds and
take appropriate enforcement action. (1-7)
8. LOCKUP INSPECTION REPORT -- A copy of the Hennepin County Sheriff's Inspection
Report of the Plymouth lockup facility is attached. The report indicates no deficiencies or
code violations were found. (1-8)
9. 'NOTES OF THE MEETING' -- August 17, 1992 copy attached. (19)
10. N ENUTES:
a. Forum Notes, August 17, 1992. (1--10a)
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b. Bassett Creek Water Management Commission, :July 16, 1992 (1-10b)
c. League of Minnesota Cities' General Legislation and Personnel Committee, July 23,
1992. (I -10c)
11. PLYMOUTH EMPLOYEES: -- The following correspondence has been received on City
employees:
a. Letter of appreciation to Helen LaFave from the Public Safety Director and Officer
Karen Forslund for her participation in the National Night Out event. (I -Ila)
b. Thank you note from Annie Arnold for emergency services rendered by Police Officer
Brian Beniek. (1-11b)
12. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letters sent to municipal bond firms asking their opinion on the designation of a City
Bond Counsel. (I -12a)
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b. Letter to Barbara Willis, Plymouth Civic League, providing alternative dates for the
City Council and Civic League of meeting. (I -12b)
c. Letters to The Brimeyer Group, Inc., and Public Management Consultants, on the
Council's selection of Personnel Decisions, Inc. for the executive search for City
Manager. ( I -12c)
d.. Letter from Metropolitan Waste Control Commission providing information on the
City's 1993 sewer service charges. (I -12d)
e. Letter from Monte Anderson, 1101 Vagabond Lane, to Mayor Bergman regarding the
resignation of the City Manager. (I -12e)
f. Letters from Plymouth businesses supporting the PDQ Food Store proposed at county
Road 6 and Fernbrook Lane. (I -12f)
g. Memorandum from the Risk Management Coordinator regarding municipal liability
with respect to City owned "open space." (I -12g)
h. Memo from the Hennepin County Community Health Department advising that the
fecal coliform count at East Beach is low and provides "good water quality for safe
public swimming." (I -12h)
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Frank Boyles
Acting City Manager
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AGENDA
PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AUGUST 25. 1992 at 6:30 p.m.
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes from July 21, 1992.meeting
3. Interview with Walker Management Senior Citizen Housing Coordinator
4. 1993 HRA Budget
5. Section 8 Annual Contributions Contract
6. -Comprehensive Housing Assistance Strategy (CHAS) for 1993
7. Status Report on First Time Homebuyer Program
8. Availability of more Section 8 Certificates and Vouchers
9. Reschedule HRA Meeting for September
10. Information Items
a. Section 8 Statistical Report for July 31, 1992
b. Section 8 Financial Report for Period 7/1/91 - 6/30/92
C. Section 8 Waiting List Statistical Report
d. Letter from Kristin Larson Rieser of Stuart Corporation, 8/18/92
11. Other Business
12. Adjournment
(hra/agenda/8-25)
PAmalyCandidatei Fortun
Tuesday, August 25th, 1992
Plymouth City Ful
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth. MN
This program will be moderated by Ann Anderson. It will be cable cast five on Channel 37 and
broadcast at 7.00 pm. on August 27, September 1, 3rd, & 8th.
7.00 Introduction (Tunes are approximate)
7:03 SENATE DISTRICT 45
Craig Clark (IR), Carl Hansen, Jr. (IR), Martha Robertson (IR)
7.18 HOUSE DISTRICT 45B
Peggy Leppik (IR), Mike Moodie (IR)
7.28 COUNTY COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 2
Sandra Hilary, Sev Legred, Judy Makowske, Porter Thomas
7-48 CONGRESSIONAL 6TH DISTRICT
Tad.Jude (DFL), Gerry Sikorski (DFL), Lester Betts (DFL),
Richard Van Bergen (DFL),
8:08 CONGRESSIONAL 6TH DISTRICT
Rod Grahrns (IR), James Hillegass (IR)
8:18 BREAK
8:23
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HOUSE DISTRICT 34B
Maria Vasilou (IR), Todd Van Dellen (IR)
COUNTY COMMISSIONER DISTRICT
Erik Greenfield, John Keefe, Dick Kremer, Robert Samuelsen
Chris Tjornhom
COUN'T'Y COMMISSIONER DISTRICT 7—A'..
Bill Shreiber, James Schultz, Funily Ann Staples, Laura Lind,
Dave "Arnie" Lindgren, Susan Pagnac Sr., Judy Rogosheske
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Membersrs 0 of The City Charter Commission will answer questions about The Charter informally in the
reception area between 7-00 - 9:30.
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA WHERE: Plymouth City Center
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 1992 3400 Plymouth Boulevard
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS Plymouth, MN 55447
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the
Planning Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or
petitioner so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the
consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
PUBLIC FORUM 6:45 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER 7:00 P.M.
2.* CONSENT AGENDA
3.* APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. PUBLIC HEARING (Approximate time of Public Hearing is listed at the -
beginning of the Hearing Item. Hearings will riot begin prior to the
time stated.)
A. (7:05) John Ryan. Amended Planned Unit Development Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for a 3 -season porch in "Cimarron Ponds"
located at 1025 Yuma Lane North (92063)
B. (7:15) Anthony Louis Center/On-Belay of Minnesota, Inc.
Conditional Use Permit for an adolescent outpatient treatment
program (day care center) located at 105 Forestview Lane North
(92065)
C. (7:45) John Day on behalf of other owners within the "Downtown
Plymouth" area. Mixed Planned Unit Development Preliminary Plan
Amendment for propert *in the northeast quadrant of Vicksburg Lane
and Highway 55 (92066}Y u
D. (8:15) William C. Rademacher. Amended Mixed Planned Unit
Development Plan; MPUD Final Site Plan; and Conditional Use Permit
for a liquor store, gas/convenience store and strip mall, for
property located at the Northeast corner of 36th Avenue North and
Vicksburg Lane North (92068)
E. (8:45) Bachman's Garden Center. Land Use Guide Plan Amendment,
Preliminary PUD Plan Amendment, Final PUD Plan, Site Plan and
Conditional Use Permit for a Garden Center forproperty located at
the Northeast quadrant of 6th Avenue North (Highway 55 north
service drive) and Revere Lane (92069)
F. (9:15) John Day Company. Amended Mixed Planned Unit Development
Plan; MPUD Final Site Plan; and Conditional Use Permit for an
Automobile Service Center located at the Southeast corner of 35th
Avenue North and 34th Avenue North (92070)
5. OLD BUSINESS: DISCUSSION ITEM
A. Discussion of Date for Study Session -Meeting regarding Planned Unit
Development
6. ADJOURNMENT
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CITY OF HANOVER
11250 - 5TH STREET N.E.
HANOVER, MINNESOTA 55341
(612) 497-3777
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Dear City Official:
I wish to extend to you a cordial invitation to attend the Leagues oJU-"�
Minnesota Cities' regional meeting hosted by the City of Hanover on
Thursday, September 4th, at the Hanover City Hall located at 11250 5th
Street N.E.
The afternoon program, beginning at 2:30 p.m. will cover a variety of
subjects during a roundtable discussion, including solid waste programs,
"what cities around the state are doing" and the new Transportation Utility
Fee.
At 3:30 p.m. a discussion will cover fire relief association activities and
at 4:00 p.m. a presentation will address council/staff relations and the
need for performance appraisals. Because of the importance of this subject
the League is asking that at least one elected official from each city is
present. "
The afternoon program, concluding at 5:00 p.m. will be followed by a social
hour and then dinner at 6:15 p.m.
Following a welcome to our city from myself, LMC President Larry Bakken
will address the audience regarding the organization's focus for the coming
year. After the President's message the League will present its new video
followed by a discussion of legislative matters, including the status of
the process to develop a new local government aid (LGA) formula. The
meeting will conclude with door prizes, including a free registration to
the 1993 annual conference in St. Cloud.
To make reservations for your city, please return the enclosed registration
form as soon as possible. In case of cancellations, please notify City
Clerk Susan Vergin of any cancellations by August 28th. Your city will be
billed for those who did not attend and did not cancel their reservations
by the cancellation date.
I look forward to seeing you on Thursday, September 4th.
Sincerely yours,
Maxine Ladda 65V�
Mayor of the City of Hanover
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CITY OF HANOVER
11250 - 5TH STREET N. E.
HANOVER, MINNESOTA 55341
(612) 497-3777
REGISTRATION FORM
WE WILL HAVE CITY OFFICIALS ATTENDING THE REGIONAL MEETING IN
HANOVER AND WE AGREE TO PAY FOR THESE MEALS UNLESS THE HOST CITY IS NOTIFIED
OF ANY CHANGES BY AUGUST 28TH.
NAMES / TITLES OF PERSONS ATTENDING:
PERSON MAKING RESERVATIONS:
CITY• PHONE: ( )
*NUMBER OF
ATTENDEES
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$10.00
REGISTRATION FEE _
NUMBER OF
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$ 9.75
PRICE OF DINNER =
*(=10.00 REGISTRATION FEE APPLIES ONLY TO THE FIRST TEN REGISTRANTS)
TOTAL PAYMENT ENCLOSED $
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO THE CITY OF HANOVER AND RETURN WITH REGISTRATION
FORM TO:
SUSAN VERGIN, CITY CLERK
11250 5TH STREET N.E.
P.O. BOX 278
HANOVER, MN 55341
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MN 55447
DATE: August 20, 1992
TO: Plymouth Charter Commission
FROM: Virgil Schneider, Chair
SUBJECT: CHARTER COMMISSION TOPICS
This memorandum confirms that the Charter Commission will meet on Wednesday.
September 9 at 8:00 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room at Plymouth City
Center. Please mark this date and time on your calendar.
Attached for your information is a copy of the August 18 minutes, together with a
newspaper article taken from the May 20, 1992 Plymouth Sun/Sailor magazine. The
agenda for the next meeting is to review progress of:
1. Enlisting membership for the Promotion Committee.
2. Completion of promotional steps outlined at the August 18 meeting.
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MINUTES
CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA
CHARTER COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, August 18, 1992
I. Call to Order
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Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a regular meeting of the Plymouth City
Charter was held in the City Council Conference Room at the Plymouth City
Center on Monday, September 18, 1992. The Commission was called to order at
8:32 p.m.
'11 Roll Call
Present: Schneider, Tierney, Bobra, Speck, Patterson, Peterson, Duntley, Bujold,
Ford
Absent: Singer, Pribble, Milner, Crain, Foley, Wirth
Also present was Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager.
The Chair announced that members Singer and Pribble have excused absences.
Pribble would be joining the meeting later.
III. Approval of Minutes
Moved by Bujold, seconded by Bobra that the minutes of the July 13, 1992 regular
meeting be approved with one correction on page 3, that the name "Miller" be
changed to "Milner. " Motion carried.
IV. League of Women Voters Candidate Forum - The Chair stated that he had received
a telephone call from Jenny Martin, representing the League of Women Voters.
She requested that the Charter Commission be present at their August 25
candidate's forum to provide information about the proposed charter. Pribble will
be in attendance as the Chair will not be available. Also attending will be Speck,
Tierney, and Bujold.
V. Execution of Charter - The Chair announced that all but three members of the
Commission have signed the charter document. He will can these members,
encouraging them to sign no later than Friday, August 21.
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Boyles stated that the Charter will be presented to the City Council at their August
31 meeting, requesting that they* adopt a resolution placing this issue on the
November 3 ballot. The statute does not technically require Council action to put
the matter on the ballot, but this step fosters communications.
VI. Promotional Program - The Chair requested ideas from Commission members
regarding the promotion of the Charter.
Bujold suggested that homeowner associations be contacted. Patterson wondered
whether the sewer and water bill could be used as a vehicle. Duntley stated that
the charter represents a lot of changes and therefore, a lot of possibility for
residents to say no. Consequently, the effort must be a coordinated one. Bujold
questioned how other cities have dealt with the publicity question. Tierney. stated
that most go back too far to remember. Bujold stated that one inexpensive way to
promote the charter is to write letters to the editor. Speck concurred, indicating
that local newspapers are likely to cover this as an important story. Bujold
suggested that form letters be prepared which might be signed by members of the
committee, as well as others who are in support of the charter. Duntley stated that
it is not likely that volunteers will be forthcoming. The Chair asked Duntley
whether hewould be willing to serve as the promotion committee chair.
Duntley discussed the possibility of soliciting money. The Chair stated that it
would not be possible to use the City's water bill. Commissioners discussed the
possibility of preparing lawn signs promoting the charter. An estimate was made
that $500 to $700 would be necessary at $4 to $5 each. Funds for this purchase
will have to be raised through contributions.
Speck stated that the charter will be printed twice in the Sun/Sailor. Maybe it is
possible to have these distributed. The Chair stated that the letter to the editor is
the best exposure. Ford stated he is willing to create four or five versions of a
letter for mailing as editorials or for other persons signatures.
The Commission prepared the following matrix for promotional efforts.
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REGULAR MEETING
August 18, 1992
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Charter MemberNumber
Letters to the
of
$0
Responsible
Work Item
People
Mone
Ford
Letters to the
3 to 4 people.
$0
editor
?
Lawn signs
15 people.
$700
Tierney
25,000 newsletter
City
$2,800
inserts
Tierney
15,000 flyers
40 persons
$400
Ford
Northwest Cable
1
$0
Tv, WCCO, Star
Tribune, Sun/
Sailor
Speck asked for an electronic copy of the charter.
Pribble arrived at 9:35 p.m.
The Chair confirmed that Duntley will act as a chairperson over the promotional
matrix above. Duntley stated he would try to recruit more people and raise funds
between now and the next meeting.
Tierney stated she is interested in having the Charter Commission develop a code
of ethics for the City Council Board and Commission. The Chair stated that he
would prefer to have this item wait until after the charter is voted on.
The next meeting is scheduled for September 9, 8:00 p.m. in the Plymouth City Center
Building. Members responsible for various promotional subjects will provide status
reports on their efforts.
Meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m.
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seven council
members, four
wards,.. even --
.year elections
By Jay Maxwell
There was a day in
Plymouth when the prospect
of tampering with the city's
election schedule had
residents protesting that their
constitutional rights had been
violated. -
Some 18 months later, a
plan that expands the
Plymouth City Council from
five to seven members,
divides the city into four
council wards, and moves ci-
ty elections from odd to even
years has barely produced a
whisper.
And unless the Plymouth
Charter * Commission hears
otherwise, - it will include
these changes and others in a
draft city charter it expects
to adopt June 8. It would not
be until the Nov. 3 -general
election day, when the
charter is voted up or down,
that residents would have
their next say in how -they
prefer to elect their city
leaders and have those -of-
ficials conduct city affairs..
At a public forum attended
by one Plymouth resident
last week, the Charter Com-
mission walked through. the
41 -page draft charter
highleglifing changes they
believe would best benefit the
city's residents. The meeting
-marked the culmination of
the. commission's year-long'
study into what .components
of various Minnesota city
governments best fit the
diverse needs of 51,000.
residents.
Earlier this year, following
CHARTER: To page 16A
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ELECTION YEAR
Current Charter
Odd Year Even Year
November
V 1993
V 1995
/1997
INITIATIVE AND REFERENDUM
Current
Voters have no legal authority to initiate the
adoption of a city ordinance, nor the power to
challenge ordinances adopted by City Council.
Current
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ELECTED TERMS
Current
Charter
Current
Charter
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Mayor (2 year)
Council (4 year)
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Six Council
Council Members
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One Mayor
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/1997
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Voters have no legal authority to initiate the
adoption of a city ordinance, nor the power to
challenge ordinances adopted by City Council.
Current
Charter
Individual contri-
Individual contri-
butions of more
butions of more
than $500 must
than $50 must
be disclosed by
be disclosed by
name.
name.
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Key to Transition Plan
X = Election Year
() = Term Length
*An alternative transition plan is
being considered
November
V 1996*
V 1998
V 2000
'Fkst even year election
Charter
Voters may propose the adoption of city ordi-
nances. (Does not apply to city budget, city
building projects, money appropriation, zoning- or
city employee salaries.) Voters can also require
the City Council to reconsider city ordinances it,
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MISCELLANEOUS -
Transition Plan*
May 31 - Deadline for public input on contents of Charter
;'June 8 - Charter Commission expected to adopt Charter
July,- October - Public informational period
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1994 1995 1996.
1997 1998
"or
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(IGm Bergman)
X—(3)—X—(2)—At
Large
Council Member
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(Maria Vasiliou)
X
(3) . X —
(2) — At Large
Council Member
(Carole Helliwell)
X
(3) X—(4)—At
Large
Council Member
(John Edson)
X– (1) – X =
(4) — Ward 2
Council Member
(Joy Tierney)
X– (1) – X —
(4) — Ward 2 •
Ward 3
X—(2)—
Ward 4
X —
(4) =
May 31 - Deadline for public input on contents of Charter
;'June 8 - Charter Commission expected to adopt Charter
July,- October - Public informational period
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16A—Plymouth StfhoSi 0i—Wed.i May
Charter' -
several public : aieetin�s,'`'the
commission • unanimously
agreed to begin drafting a
im
charter with the aof placing
it on the November ballot. If a
majority of 'voters approve it
then, Plymouth becomes a
home -rule 'charter city similar
in basic design to the cities of
Minnetonka and Bloomington.
In many cases, residents
would see no difference in their A
city government. For instance, !u
the commission favors the city's
current council -manage' form
of government to other alter-
natives, such as electing a full-
time mayor. In general, the
charter retains the basic
elements of Plymouth's current
statutory Plan B form of govern-
ment, according to former
Plymouth mayor and commis- `
sion chair virgil Schneider.
But the charter does propose 1
several changes. Among the
most dramatic are:
• A seven -member City Council
— Beginning in 1997 (1996 elee- I i s?Rn 8_10110 i!
tion), the council is comprised of
one mayor and two council
members who are elected at -
large, and four council
members who are elected from
wards. ' All council members j
continue to serve. four-year
terms. The mayor's seat re-
mains a two-year post. : To phase in the new schedule,
those vying for council seats
currently occupied by 'Maria
vasiliou and Carole- Helliwell !
run for a one-time three-year
term in 1993 — when their terms
are scheduled to expire. Those
vying for John Edson and Joy
nerney's council seats run for a
one-time one-year term in 1995
— when their terms are set to
expire. Candidates seeking the
mayor's seat currently held by
Rim Bergman run for a one-
time three-year term in 1993_
m ias, au seven seats are up '
for election. Terms are stag-
gered. (The commission is ex-
ploring an alternative transition
plan that eliminates the remote
possibility of having seven peo-
ple elected to the council for the
fust time in 1996.
• Fon council wards —
Plymouth is divided into four
comparably -populated wards
beginning in 1997. Each ward is
assigned one resident council
member. Under the city's new
, 2aprecinct plan adopted earlier
this year, Ward 1 consists of
precincts 1, 6, 8, 9 and lo; Ward 2
? covers precincts 2, 3, 4, 5 and 7;
Ward 3 takes in precincts 11, 12,
14, 17 and 18; and Ward 4 in-
cludes precincts 13,15,16,19 and
20. '
• Initiative and referendum —
Through procedures called in-
itiative and referendum,
Plymouth voters for the first
time have the authority to for-
mally propose and/or challenge
the adoption of a city ordinance.
Neither procedure, however, ap-
plies to city budgets, building
projects, appropriation of
money or taxes, zoning or the
salaries of elected officials or ci-
ty staff members. t
Schneider said the commis-
sion will accept public comment
on these and other components
of the draft charter until Sun-
day, May 31. Written comments
can be mailed to: The Plymouth
Charter Commission, •3400
Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth,
Minn. 55447.
CIM AUG 21 '92
ice:
ary of
PLYMOUTI-F
August 20, 1992
Meridel Hedblom
Legals
Minnesota Suburban Publications
7831 Bush Lake Road
Bloomington, MN 55439
Dear Meridel:
Enclosed is a disk that contains the proposed Plymouth Charter on WordPerfect 5.1.
As I indicated by telephone today, we will need publication as a legal in the Plymouth
Sun Sailor for two consecutive weeks - September 16 and 23. Would you please send
me an estimated cost for this work within the next week?
Thanks,
Laurie Rauenhorst
City Clerk
cc: Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager
Attorney Dave Kennedy, Holmes and Graven
S.F. 9-2-92
ciM AUG 21'92
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Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc.
Innovative Pharnweuticals Since 1919
You are cordially invited to attend Upsher-Smith
Laboratories, Inc. and Ryan Construction official
ground breaking ceremony for the new building
expansion. The ceremony will be held on:
Friday, August 28
at 9:30 a.m.
Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc.
14905 23rd Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
Refreshments will be served.
RSVP to Jan Johnson at 473-4412 by Monday, August 24.
UPSHER-SMITH
14905 23rd Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 35447
Telephone 612-473-4412 Tekx# 6502644714 FAX# 612-476-4026
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HENNEPIN
PARKS.
"�`�� August, 1992
Suburban Hennepin Mr. Eric Blank
Regional Park District - City Of Plymouth
12615 County Road 3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55441-1248 Plymouth, MN 55447
Telephone (612) 559-9000
Fox (612) 559-3287 Mr. Blank:
Board of Commissioners
The Hennepin Parks Board of Commissioners invites you to
JudithS. Anderson
participate in the Park District's Tour de French II Bike Ride
Bloomington
and Festival on Saturday, August 29. We anticipate about 1,000
Nicholas P. Eoloff
bicyclists.
Vice Chair
Brooklyn Center
Susan Nelson Baser
Hennepin Parks is hosting Tour de French II in cooperation
Crystal
with local municipalities, bike shops, and several other
ShirleyA Bonine
organizations. Our purpose is to promote bicycling as a
Maple Plain
healthy, safe outdoor recreation activity and to highlight
David J. Dombrowski
St. Louis Park
existing local and regional trails serving the suburban
Bill weir
Hennepin area. An additional objective is to nurture public
Edina
and political support for completion of the planned regional
James M. White
Oran
trail system.
Douglas F. Bryant Tour de French II bicycle rides will start at four different
Superintendent & —
Secretarytothe Board locations within the City of Minneapolis and suburban Hennepin
County. All routes converge at'French Regional Park for a
bicycle festival with music, food, and family activities.
Enclosed is a registration/information brochure which provides
details of the event.
MENNERN
PARKS Please join us in celebrating the sport of bicycling on the
't°1 29th. We'd appreciate your completing the enclosed
registration form. Pre—registration deadline is August 21;
however, day—of—event registration will be accepted. If you
have additional questions about the program, call Judy
McDowell, Special Events and Promotions Supervisor, Hennepin
Parks, at 559-6755.
Sincerely,
Judith Anderson, Chair
PARKS . HENNEPIN PARKS BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS CIMaf
AUG 21'
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a"n Judith S. Anderson, Chair
Wata Nicholas P. Eoloff, Vice Chair David J. Dombrowski
Shirley A. Bonine Bill Weir 14'92Susan Nelson Boser James M: Whit0M
AN RECYCLED PAPER - Conserving Our Resources DIM AUG 7'92
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fitember 10, 1992 • 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Holiday Inn Minneapolis West
9970 Wayzata Boulevard, St. Louis Park*
Admission for Expo '92, Deli Luncheon & Seminars is FREE!
10:00 a.m. Exhibits Open
Schedule 10:30 a.m. Seminar I A Business Primer.
of Events The Bank Loan
(Real estate credit pending)
12:00 -1:00 p.m. Expo '92 Deli Luncheon
1:30 p.m.
Seminar II The Benefits of Optimism
3:30 p.m.
Seminar III 1992 Legislative Challenges
Process and give their perspectives on how to maximize the
for Businesses:
of successfully obtaining credit for your business.
Specific
Workers Compensation,
Specific areas covered by the panel of expects will include:
Minnesota Care and Travel
Down in the Valley
Demand Management
• Selecting your bank and banker - Understand what to look
(Real estate credit pending)
5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
TwinWest Overtime
and money.
(Hors d'oeuvres and cash bar)
7:00 p.m.
Exhibits Close
*The Holiday Inn Minneapolis West is located at the
northwest intersection of Highway 169 and I-394.
A Business This seminar will give you the opportunity to interact with four
Primer'
leading area business bankers. They'll explain the business loan
The
Process and give their perspectives on how to maximize the
Bank Loan
of successfully obtaining credit for your business.
Specific
Minneapolis West
Specific areas covered by the panel of expects will include:
10:30 a.m.
Down in the Valley
Ryan Properties
• Selecting your bank and banker - Understand what to look
City of St. Louis Park
for when shopping for a bank/banker can save you time
The Shelard Group
and money.
Sheraton Park Place Hotel
• Presenting your loan request and business plan - A well
Ray Smith
presented loan request is a critical first step.
Insurance Agency
• Obtaining the required financial information - Find out
Sun Control of
what financial information is required to support .your
- Minncsgta, Inc.
loan request.
Superior Mobile Lube
• Understand the loan decsion process - You can positively
Technology Exchange; Inc.
influence the loan decision if you understand the process.
Exhibitors AT & T City of Plymouth
Citizens Independent•Bank
Radisson Hotel &
City of Crystal
Conference Center
Clare 'N Al Enterprises, Inc.
Radisson Hotel
Copeland Buhl & Company
Minneapolis West
Dialnet
RidgePointe
Down in the Valley
Ryan Properties
Eide Helmke & Company
City of St. Louis Park
Featherlite Express
The Shelard Group
Fidelity Bank - Minnetonka
Sheraton Park Place Hotel
City of Golden Valley
Ray Smith
Graphic Impressions
Insurance Agency
Robert Half Accountemps
Sun Control of
Holiday Inn Minneapolis West
- Minncsgta, Inc.
City of Hopkins
Superior Mobile Lube
Minnesota Department of
Technology Exchange; Inc.
Transportation
Tires Plus, Inc.
City of Minnetonka
Topaz Promotions, Inc.
Network U.S.A.
TwinWest Chamber
Newcomer Service
of Commerce
City of New Hope
U S WEST Communications
Peak Staffing
U S WEST Direct
Plus Relocation
and more!
Expo '92
Spbnsors�r Sp Tli ;& to t a following companies:
40
pt il- First Bank Hopkins
General Mills, Inc.
Marcus Corporation
Park Nicollet Medical Center
TwinWest's Expo '92 is coordinated by the
Chamber's Economic Development Committee.`
TwinWest is the state's third largest local chamber
of commerce serving more than 1,250 members in
the communities of Crystal, Golden Valley, Hopkins,
Medicine Lake, Minnetonka, New Hope, Plymouth
and St. Louis Park.
If you would like more information on Expo '92 or
to reserve your Expo '92 exhibit, call 540-0234'.
CIM AUG 21'92
Bill Wilkening, President and CEO, Citizens Independent Bank 1992 Legislati enges for Businesses:
in St. Louis Park since July, 1988. Previous to his position at Wo mpensation, Minnesota Care and
Citizens Independent Bank, Wilkening spent 86 years with
Norwest Banks. He presided at Norwest Bank - Bloomington emand Management
and Norwest Bank MetroWest.
Legislative mandates often mean additional expenses and
diminished resources to TwinWest businesses. During the
last legislative session, three bills were considered; two of
Norbert Christopher, President, Firstar Bank- St. Louis Park which passed and will have a dramatic impact upon day -today
Office, is a graduate of the School of Banking in Madison, operations for businesses.
Wisconsin and holds an undergraduate degree in Economics A Workers' Compensation bill was passed which is intended
and Finance. He has been with Firstar Bank for 26 years, to reduce some of the costs associated with workers' compen-
beginning his career in Madison, Wisconsin. Mr. Christopher sation. Health Right, now known as Minnesota Care, is
I" has an extensive background in the areas of consumer and designed to extend health care coverage to those who have
business finance. historically been excluded. Travel Demand Management,
which was considered but not passed by the legislature,
would mandate that employers take certain actions to get
Bill Bohnhoff, President and CEO, Marquette Bank Golden
their employees out of the single occupancy vehicle.
Valley since 1980. The American Banker has ranked the bank
three times in the top 100 list for financial performance of the Each of these bills represents new responsibilities for
nation's community banks. Bohnhoff also spent 19 years with TwinWest area businesses. This seminar is intended to
First Bank Systems in North Dakota, Montana and Minnesota. provide a summary of each bill and what businesses can do
to control the negative, and accentuate the positive aspects
of each mandate.
Shelia Engelmeier, Associate, MacKall, Crounse & Moore
Jay Robinson, President, First Bank Minnetonka for the loca-counsels small businesses in their employment, insurance
tions of Ridgedale, St. Louis Park, and Highway 101 and High= - and litigation needs. Her litigation experience ranges from
way 7. Robinson also spent four years as president with First contract, insurance defense and personal injury to employ -
Bank Brooklyn Park. ment discrimination and matters concerning the daycare
industry. In regard to workers' compensation, Shelia has
Z handled a variety of workers' compensation claims for a
number of businesses. Her philosophy is to tryto resolve
claims as quickly and efficiently as possible. Shelia received
her law degree, cum laude, from the University of Minnesota.
David Strand, Senior Vice President and General Counsel,
Medica, Minnesota's largest health maintenance organization.
In addition to his General Counsel responsibilities, Strand
The Beeknow thinking positively can help improve our outlook has responsibility for the Company's public policy develop -
Of 0But did you also know that thinking positively can boost ment, legislative affairs and strategic planning. He also serves
mune systems, improve our physical health and possibly as Chief Executive Officer of Medica Choice Self -Insured,
e our longevity? Participants in this seminar receive Medica's self-insured health plan option. During the past year,
mation regarding these news ideas, as well as have the Strand has served as Chairman of the HMO Council Ad Hoc
opportunity to apply them to their personal and professional Committee on Health Care Reform.
lives for self-improvement. Come and find out more about this
fascinating topic and its application to your environment! Larry Laukka, President, L.A. Laukka Development Company
is active is all phases of the residential building and develop -
Bob Donnelly, M.S.W., B.C.D., Clinical Socialment business since 1962. Real estate activities include the
Worker, Park Nicollet Medical Center is well , design, development, financing, construction and marketing
known in his field of mental health and , " \ of approximately 6,000 dwelling units and homesites. With
currently works for the SHAPE program at many business related and civic activities keeping him bpsy,
Park Nicollet. His presentation will assist you Laukka is also president of Improve -494 Inc., a non-profit
in determining how to best take advantage of private sector travel demand management organization.
positive thinking.
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August -September 1992
August 24 MONDAY
.: August 31
5:30pm BUDGET STUDY SESSION II
7: DOpm SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING..*.-,:'*.'.**
August 25 ----`,TUESDAY... I September 1
6:30pm HRA 7:00pm WATER QUALITY COMMITTEE
7:00pm LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS
CANDIDATES' FORUM
August 26 IWEDNESDAY
September 2
6:45pm PLAN FORUM
7:00pm PLAN COMM.
August 27 THURSDAY
September 3
August 28 FRIDAY j September 4
9:30am **Upsher-Smith Lab Ground Brkg, 14905 23rd 2:30pm LMC Regional Mtg - City of Hanover
Avenue
August 29 ISATURDAY September 5
Hennepin Parks - Tour de French II Bike Ride
August 30 1 .:.. SUNDAY.
September 6
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September 7
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Customer Counter Open until 7 p.m. - Absentee Vote
113:00pm'COU. NCIL: MEETING
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STATE PRIMARY ELECTION
September 9
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7:30am FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
7:00pm PLANNING COMMISSION
8:00pm *CHARTER COMMISSION
September 10
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September 17
**TwinWest Expo - Holiday Inn Mpls West,
l0am-7pm
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TO: City Council Members, City of Plymouth
FROM: Harry Brull
DATE: 21 August 1992
SUB)ECT: City Manager Selection Process
Thank you for selecting Personnel Decisions, Inc. (PDI) to assist you in the selection of
your next City Manager. 1 am looking forward to working with you and d1C City of
Plymouth.
To begin the process, l am posing some questions and proposing a vmctablc.
1. How extensive and broad a recruiting strategy do you wish?
• What puhlicadons should contain advertisements?
• Should announcement letters be sent to cities of comparable size?
2. What involvement would you like in screening decisions?
I What involvement is appropriate on the part of the Plymouth Personnel Department?
4. How many finalist candidates should appear before Council for interviews?
1 would also like to propose the following time table for your consideration:
• RecruitmenWob Analysis -- September 1 - October 2
• Close of applications -- October 2
• Resume review completed -- October 7
• Phase II screening completed — October 21
• Semifinalist assessment -- October 26-30
• l inalist interviews — November 9-20
• City Manager selected -- November 24
I look forward to working with you.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: August 21, 1992
TO: Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager
FROM: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: MODIFICATION OF GLEASON LAKE OUTLET STRUCTURE
MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
As you are aware, the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District held a public
hearing on Thursday evening August 20, on proposed improvements to
Gleason Creek and the outlet structure for Gleason Lake. This is a
project which was petitioned for to the Watershed District by the City
of Wayzata. Citizens within the City of Plymouth were concerned with
the proposal to modify the outlet structure to Gleason Lake and its
affect on the surrounding lake properties.
After the public hearing last evening, the Watershed District did order
the construction of the project. They ended up with a "win-win"
situation with the objectives of the Watershed District and the request
of the property owners. For the most part, the property owner's
opinions were stated by the Gleason Lake Improvement Association and the
Association was recommending the approval of the project with the
modifications as proposed.
I am attaching a copy of the conclusions and order of the Watershed
District for the project. The following is a summary of the major
changes to the original project:
1. A Phase II project was added which will provide a water
quality treatment pond at the north end of Gleason Lake
where the major creek under County Road 6 enters the
lake.•
2. There will be a positive overflow at the projected 100
Year Storm Elevation of Gleason Lake to ensure that the
elevation will not exceed this maximum level.
3. The outlet structure has been modified so the lake will
continue to operate at its existing levels under most
conditions. The lake will only rise to the higher levels
during extreme rainfall events.
4. The project will reimburse the Gleason Lake Improvement
Association the cost to move their aeration pumping
stations.
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CIM AUG 21'2
SUBJECT: MODIFICATION OF GLEASON LAKE OUTLET STRUCTURE
MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
August 21, 1992
Page Two
S. The District will issue permits to property owners
allowing them to fill their property to elevate the land
above the new high water elevations.
6. The Watershed District will offer a contract to the
Gleason Lake Improvement Association to clean the
skimmer, monitor the outlet structure, record lake
elevations, and monitor water quality.
I attended a meeting Wednesday afternoon which lasted from 3:00 p.m.
until 7:30 p.m. between two of the managers for the District and
representatives of the board of directors for the Lake Improvement
Association. Also in attendance were attorneys for the Watershed
District, the Association, and the consulting engineers for the
District. As a result of this meeting, the changes were agreed to which
changed the recommendation of the Lake Improvement Association to
support of the project.
At the public hearing, approximately ten people addressed the board of
managers. All of the comments were either positive or were raising
points which need to be further investigated during the final design of
the project. I have sent the attached letters to both the Watershed
District and the Lake improvement Association congratulating them on
their joint effort in arriving at a "win-win" project.
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MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
BOARD OF MANAGERS
In Re The Petition of the ] FINDINGS, CONCLUSIONS,
City of Wayzata for the ] AND ORDER TO ESTABLISH
Gleason Creek Water Management ] PROJECT
Project, No. 92-1
FINDINGS
1. The City of Wayzata, by petition and amended petition,
request the Managers of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District to
undertake the Gleason Creek Water Management Project pursuant to
provisions of Minnesota Statute Sections 103D.605, 103D.705, and
103D.905, subd. 3.
2. The Managers have directed the District Engineers to
prepare an Engineer's Report on the Gleason Creek Water Management
Project and have received a report and amended report pursuant to
Minnesota Statutes Section 103D.711.
3. Pursuant to notice as required by law, and following
the receipt of advisory reports from the Minnesota Board of Water
and Soil Resources and the Director of the Division of Waters of
the Department of Natural Resources, as required by Minnesota
Statutes Section 103D.605, subdivision 2, and 103D.711,
subdivision 5, the Managers held a public hearing on August 20,
1992 at 7:00 p.m. in the Wayzata City Hall at 600 East Rice
Street, Wayzata, Minnesota, to determine whether the Gleason Creek
Water Management Project should be authorized by the Managers of
the District.
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4. Historic flooding problems have occurred adjacent to
Gleason Creek in the Glenbrook and downtown areas of the City of
Wayzata. Significant portions of property within these areas are
within the projected 100 -year floodplain. A significant storm
event could result in damage to residential and commercial
properties and pose other public safety hazards.
5. Gleason Creek is a cause of water quality problems for
Lake Minnetonka. Gleason Creek is the source of 19 percent of the
total suspended solids loadings and nine percent of the total
phosphorous loadings discharged annually into Lake Minnetonka.
These loadings have adverse impacts on Lake Minnetonka including
reduced water clarity, aquatic production and diversity of
species, lessened recreational and aesthetic value, and increased
eutrophication.
6. The flow of water into Gleason Creek is controlled by
an outlet structure on Gleason Lake which is located on private
property. Historically, no governmental entity has exercised
responsibility for preserving its structural integrity or
performing regular maintenance.
7. In its Report, the District Engineers recommend
construction of Alternative One of the Gleason Creek Water
Management Project.
8. Alternative One, set out fully in the Engineer's
Report and Amended Report, which are herein incorporated,
requires, among other things, construction of a replacement outlet
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structure at Gleason Lake at the existing elevation to slow the
flow of water into Gleason Creek, construction of storm water
storage and water quality treatment ponds in the Glenbrook area,
and construction of a water quality treatment pond in the downtown
area.
9. The Gleason Creek Water Management Project will
significantly improve the water quality of Gleason Creek discharge
into Lake Minnetonka, reducing total phosphorous loadings and
total suspended solids loadings by approximately fifteen percent
and twenty-five percent, respectively.
10. The Gleason Creek Water Management Project will
significantly reduce the risk of flooding following major storm
events for residences and businesses in the Glenbrook and downtown
areas of the City of Wayzata.
11. The replacement of the outlet structure on Gleason
Lake will likely cause lake levels to rise incrementally higher
following a storm event than the existing outlet structure and to
remain higher for a longer period before subsiding to the current
elevation.
12. The Gleason Creek Water Management Project will not
significantly affect the water quality of Gleason Lake.
13. The impacts of the Gleason Creek Water Management
Project can be diminished and the benefits increased if the outlet
structure on Gleason Lake is replaced by a positive flow outlet
structure providing flood storage capacity for a 100 -year storm
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event, providing water quality treatment for a one-year storm
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event, and maintaining the average lake level at the outlet
elevation.
14. The Gleason Creek Water Management Project would
further improve water quality and increase flood storage capacity
in the Gleason Creek sub -watershed area if, as part of the
Project, a water quality treatment pond and skimmer were
constructed in the area of the inlet to Gleason Lake to provide
water quality treatment and offset any decrease in the flood
storage capacity of Gleason Lake caused by either construction or
mitigation of impacts of the Project.
15. The petition of the City of Wayzata was submitted with
the approval of the Wayzata City Council and the City of Wayzata
continues to support the Gleason Creek Water Management Project
and requests the Managers to promptly order the Project.
CONCLUSIONS
1. The Managers confirm the.Engineer's Report and Amended
Report and incorporate its findings, conclusions, and
recommendations herein.
2. The Gleason Creek Water Management Project's benefits
are increased and its impacts reduced by the addition of the
positive flow outlet structure and water quality treatment pond,
as described in the findings, and these modifications are
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3. The Gleason Creek Water Management Project is
conducive to public health and promotes the general welfare.
4. The Gleason Creek Water Management Project is in
compliance with the Watershed law.
5. The benefits of the Gleason Creek Water Management
Project exceed its costs, and all costs to be paid by the District
for the Project are attributable to the basic water management
features of the Project.
- 6. The basic water management features of the Gleason
Creek Water Management Project are to be financed by a special
levy pursuant to the provisions of Minnesota Statute Section
103D.905, subd. 3, which authorizes the Managers to annually levy
a tax not to exceed .00798 percent of taxable market value for a
period not to exceed fifteen (15) consecutive years,, the funds to
be used to pay the costs attributable to the basic water
management features of improvement projects initiated by petition
of a municipality.
ORDER
NOW, THEREFORE, be it ordered as follows:
1. The Board of Managers of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed
District do hereby order and authorize the undertaking of the
Gleason Creek Water Management Project in two phases.. Phase One
will consist of the Project as described in Alternative One of the
Engineer's Report with a positive flow outlet structure on Gleason =.-
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Lake with the additional design parameters as described below.
Phase Two will consist of a feasibility report and preliminary
design of a water quality treatment pond in the area of the inlet
to Gleason Lake.
2. The Engineers for the District shall proceed with
making the necessary surveys and completing such plans and
specifications as are needed to construct Phase One, including
design of an outlet structure on Gleason Lake providing for
variable flow rate, flood storage capacity for a 100 -year storm
event, water quality treatment for a one year storm event, and
maintenance of average lake level equal to outlet structure
elevation and to report the same to the Managers with reasonable
dispatch. The Engineers shall provide that Phase One will meet
the following design parameters: -
a. The Gleason Lake dam will be constructed with an
emergency overflow spillway to pass significantly
more than 134 cfs at a lake elevation of 947 feet
or less. In normal conditions the runout will be
at the same level as the existing dam which is
943.7 ft.
b. The outflow from the dam will be regulated by a
variable rate structure designed to achieve the
following objectives:
(1) To provide water treatment of discharges
into Gleason Creek and Lake Minnetonka for a
one-year frequency storm;
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(2) To increase temporary storm water storage
and alleviate flooding downstream in Wayzata
in a 100 -year frequency flood; and
(3) To minimize (hold as close to zero as
possible) any increase or decrease in the
average water levels and to allow water
levels to return to normal as soon as
possible after storms in Gleason Lake
compared to the levels with the existing
dam. The variable rate outflow structure
will be designed to provide: (i) increased
flow rates so that 100 -year frequency storm
waters will be retained with a "bounce" (or
flood crest) of no greater than 2.7 feet
when the pre -storm lake level is at the
outlet elevation, and (ii) increased flow
rates at elevations near the outlet ;
elevation to reduce the time it takes for
retained storm water to flow out of the lake.
3. As a part of the costs for Phase One, the Managers -
will pay the Gleason Lake Improvement Association for the cost of
moving its aeration pumping stations to elevations above expected
high water.
4. The Managers will allow property owners with
especially large areas of low lying property to apply for District
permits to do shoreline improvements, including rip rap erosion
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protection and filling in the flood plain to alleviate the effects
of temporary high water. The Managers will, upon receipt of
permit applications otherwise in compliance with District Rules,
approve the placement of fill in the flood plain and provide for
compensatory storage at the water quality treatment pond described
in Phase Two.
5. The Managers will offer to contract with the Gleason
Lake Improvement Association to clean the skimmer at the north end
of the lake, monitor the outlet structure for proper operation,
monitor water quality and record elevations of Gleason Lake.
6. The Engineers for the District shall prepare an
Engineer's Report to evaluate Phase Two of the Gleason Creek Water
Management Project. The feasibility of a water quality treatment
pond and skimmer in the area of the inlet to Gleason Lake, whose
feasibility in part shall be determined by the costs of easements
necessary for completion of Phase One of the Gleason Creek Water
Management Project.
7. In accordance with Minnesota Statute Section 103D.805,
a copy of this Resolution ordering t -he Gleason Creek Water
Management Project shall be filed with the Secretary of the
Watershed District and made part of the official Minutes of the
District, and that a certified copy thereof shall be filed with
the Department of Finance of the County of Hennepin, the
Department of Finance of the County of Carver, the Minnesota Board
of Water and Soil Resources, the Commissioner of Natural
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Resources, the Director of the Division of Waters of the
Department of Natural Resources, the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency, and the State Department of Health.
8. The Managers in -accordance with Minnesota Statutes
Section 103D.905, subd. 3, authorize the levy of a tax not to
exceed .00798 percent of taxable market value for the period of
time necessary to obtain the funds required to pay the cost which
is attributed to the basic water management.features of the
Gleason Creek Water Management Project, which Watershed District
costs are presently estimated based upon the preliminary
engineering report.of the Engineer to be $ 1,416,100.
9. The Managers should transmit a copy of the Resolution
authorizing this Project and a Tax Levy Resolution to the
officials of the Counties of Hennepin and Carver to obtain such
funds as are necessary to undertake the Improvement.
The question was on the adoption of these findings,
conclusion and order and there were Ayes and Nays as
follows :
Managers Ave Nay Absent
Erickson
LaBounty
Lindley
Love
Maple
Spensley
Thomas
Upon vote the Chairman declared these findings, conclusions _
and order
Dated this day of August , 1992.
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Mr. James R. Spensley, President
MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
P.O. Box 387
Wayzata, MN 55391
SUBJECT: GLEASON LAKE/GLEASON CREEK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Dear Jim:
I wish to thank you and the other managers for the Minnehaha Creek
Watershed District in your effort and cooperation to arrive at a "win-
win" solution to the proposed modification to the outlet structure at
Gleason Lake. The objectives of the Watershed District were not
compromised, but additional improvements were added which will offset
any negatives to Gleason Lake which might occur because of a change in
water level.
Again, let me thank you for your efforts.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
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cc: Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
Mr. Rick Wetzel, President
GLEASON LAKE IMPROVEMENT ASSOC.
16515 Birch Briar Trail
Plymouth, MN 55447
_SUBJECT: GLEASON LAKE/GLEASON CREEK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Dear Rick:
I wish to congratulate you, the other board members, and the membership
of your association in reaching a "win-win" solution to the proposed
Gleason Lake Project by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. Through
your efforts and the efforts of other members of the association, I
believe there will be a project that will accomplish the goals of the
Watershed District and also provide improvements to Gleason Lake. Also
because of the modifications to the outlet structure, there should be
very little adverse impacts on the surrounding lakeshore properties.
If during the design of the project you feel my. assistance is needed,
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
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cc: Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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3LT�EAU OF NIEDIAEO\ SERVICT-1
IN THE MATTER OFA PETITION FOR COP,
INVESTIGATION AND DETERMINATION
OF PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' APPROPRIATE
UNIT AND EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTATIVE
August 14, 1992
American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees,
Council No. 14, St. Paul, Minnesota
- and -
City of Plymouth, Minnesota
BMS Case No. 92 -PCE -1968
PREPARED BY: Janet L. Johnson,
Representation Specialist
MAIL BALLOT ELECTION ORDER "-
The Bureau of Mediation Services, State of Minnesota, orders that
a mail -ballot election be held, absent any objections filed by the
parties, in the unit of:
All clerical, technical, and professional `
employees of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota,
who are public employees within the meaning
of Minn. Stat. 179A.03, subd. 14, excluding
supervisory and confidential employees.
ELIGIBILITY DATE
The cut-off date used to determine eligibility to vote is June 12,
1992.
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Mail Ballot Election Order
BMS Case No. 92 -PCE -1968
Page 2 ... August 14, 1992 �p
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CORRECTION OF VOTER ELIGIBILITY LIST
The Representation Unit Director shall determine questions
concerning the addition or deletion of names on the voter
eligibility list.
The parties to this election and involved employees are instructed
to review the list of eligible voters and to notify the Bureau of
any errors or omissions immediately upon receipt of this Order.
The employer shall furnish in quadruplicate a list of all employees
whose employment has been terminated between the eligibility date
and the date of the election contained in this Order and the
effective date of such terminations. The list of terminations must
be received by the Bureau immediately prior to the tabulation of
the ballots.
BALLOTS
Ballots will be mailed to the eligible employees at the home
addresses supplied by the employer, together with a letter of
explanation and a stamped, self-addressed return envelope. Ballots
will be mailed on Monday, August 24, 1992, and must be returned to
the Bureau of Mediation Services, 1380 Energy Lane, Suite No. 2,
St. Paul, Minnesota 55108-5253, in the envelopes furnished for
that purpose in order to be counted. Any eligible employee who has
not received their ballot by Friday, August 28, 1992, may
personally call the Bureau at 649-5426 and request that a second
ballot be mailed to them.
All ballots must be returned to the Bureau office no later than
4:30 p.m., on Tuesday, September 8, 1992.
OBSERVERS
Each of the parties to this Order may designate a single observer
to be present at the tabulation of the ballots. The observers
should be at the tabulation location one-half (1/2) hour prior to
the tabulation of the ballots.
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Mail Ballot Election Order
BMS Case No. 92 -PCE -1968
Page 3 ... August 14, 1992
TABULATION
pOSTIt�G
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Tabulation of the ballots will be conducted in the office of the
Bureau of Mediation Services, 1380 Energy Lane, Suite No. 2, St.
Paul, Minnesota, on Wednesday, September 9, 1992, at 9:00 a.m.
CAMPAIGNING
There shall be no campaigning by the employee organization, or by
the employer on or after the date ballots are mailed by the Bureau.
POSTING OF ORDER
This Election Order, the Employee Eligibility Lists, and the Sample
Ballots shall be posted by the employer immediately upon receipt
in a prominent place at the work location(s) of all employees
involved.
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cc: Jerry Serfling
Jeanette Sobania (2)
(Includes Posting Copy)
STATE OF MINNESOTA
Bureau of Mediation Services
JANET L. JOHNSON,
Representation Specialist
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?0STING COPY
VOTING ELIGIBILITY LIST
The following is a list of employees eligible to vote in an
election to be conducted by mail ballot, with the tabulation
of the ballots to be held on Wednesday, September 9, 1992, at
9:00 a.m., in the office of the Bureau of Mediation Services,
1380 Energy Lane, Suite 2, St. Paul, Minnesota, who fall within
the following appropriate unit:
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All clerical, technical,
and
professional
employees of the City of
Plymouth. Minnesota,
who are public employees
within the meaning
of Minn. Stat. 179A.03,
subd.
14, excluding
supervisory and confidential
employees.
1.
ACKLAND, SUE
19.
HOHENSTEIN, JEFF
2.
AHMNN, MARK
20.
HOLM, KAREN
3.
AHRENS, JENS
21.
HUTT, DENISE
4.
BANGLE, GAIL
22.
JOHNSON, BOB
5.
BAST, SUE
23.
JOHNSON, DARRELL
6.
BECK, KATHLEEN
24.
JOHNSON, KEN
7.
BRUNING, MARK
8.
BYE, NANCY
25.
KAZIMER, GLADYS
26.
KEHO. JOHN
9.
CAMPBELL, DAN
27.
KILIAN, DON
10.
CARROLL, MIKE
28.
KRAEMER, LORI
11.
CHRISTIANSON, SALLY
29.
KRISKO, VAL
12.
CORCORAN,'CHRISTINE
30.
KULESA, WARREN
13.
DALE, MILT
31.
LAFAVE, HELEN
14.
DEUTH, STEPHEN
32.
LANTHIER, DENISE
33.
LEUER, KEVIN
15.
ECKER, CONNIE
34.
LUESSE, DEBRA
35.
LUTTER, KARLEEN
16.
FINN, GREG
17.
FOURNIER, DIANE
18.
GOODEN, JUDY
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Voting Eligibility List
Page 2
36.
ME CORMICK, JOAN
37.
MC LEAREN, GLENN
38.
MC NAMARA, TINA
39.
MITCHELL, ALAN
40.
MOHR, SHARON
41.
OLSON, DIANNA
42.
OLSSON, JAN
43.
PEDERSON, NANCY
44.
PEMBERTON, BOB
45.
POULIOT, DICK
46.
PUDLICK, KELLY
47. RASMUSSON, ARNIE
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48. SANKEY, DONNA
49. SCHANSBERG, CARLYS
50. SCOFIELD, STAN
51. SULLIVAN, BARRY
52. SYKES, PHILLIP
53. TABERY, JACK
54. TONN, BILL
55. TUFTE, JOHN
56. VACHUSKA, LEE
57. VIGOREN, MARGIE
58. WAGNER, CHRISTINE
59. WARD, TAMMY
60. WENDLAND, JAN
61. WICKLACZ, MYRA
62. WRONSKI, NIA
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STATE OF MINNESOTA - 8UREAU OF MEDIATION SERVICES ST. PAUL. MINNIMITASPIN
OFFICIAL BALLOT
SAMPLE
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. THIS IS A SECRET BALLOT. DO NOT SIGN YOUR NAME
2. MARK AN "X" (OR CHECK " /") IN ONE BOX ONLY.
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TRANSPORTATION SEMINAR
Transit: Where is it Going and Why..
Thursday, September 10, 1992 7:30 AM —12:00 Noon
Airport Hilton Bloomington
7:30 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast
8:30 a.m. Opening Remarks -- James Denn, Commissioner of the Minnesota Department
of Transportation
9:00 a.m. Transit in Greater Minnesota -- Randy Halverson, Director of the Office of Transit for the
Minnesota Department of Transportation
9:30 a.m. The Visions of Transit -- Judy Hollander, Director of Planning & Programming for the
Regional Transit Board
10:00 a.m. Transit Facilities Plan -- Natalio Diaz, Director of Transportation for the- Metropolitan Council
10:30 a.m. Panel
Moderator -- Jim Helig, Director of Administration, Minnesota Public Tranist Association
Mike Christianson, Chief AdministratorforMTC
Dave Tripp, Executive Director of St. Cloud MTC
Geanette Aguirre, Transportation: Director for the Western Community
Action Inc.
Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager of Plymouth
John Mathews, Operations Manager for the National Bus Company
1 1.30 a.m. Transit Technologies -- Bob Works, Director of Transit Programs for the Minnesota
Department of Transportation
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I15 0o per person St. Paul, MN 55101 I
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: August 17, 1992
TO: Lt. Paulson
FROM: Sgt. L. Holzerland
SUBJECT: SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
S.E.A. #92-10 47th. and Harbor ln. (Summary #4)
Two one hour stationary radar assignments have been completed
in response to the traffic complaints in this area. Traffic in
both directions was clocked during this assignment. The speed
limit at this location is 30 m.p.h.
0712 .1
08-03-92 AM
Vehicles :
08-11-92 AM
Vehicles :
SUMMARY:
Vehicles:
Percentage:
20/Less 20/25 26/30 1
31135 36/40 41145 46/50 51155
01
08 02
01 00
00
00
00
00
11 18
04 00
00
00
00
20/Less
20/25 26/30
1/35 36/40
41/45
46/50
51/55
01.
19 20
.05 00
00
00
00 = 45
.02
.42 .45
.11 .00
.00
.00
.00 = 100
VIOLATIONS-
ags issued:
00
Warnings: 00
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SHERIFF
DON OMODTE--""
The Honorable Kim M. Bergman
Mayor, City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mayor Bergman:
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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55415
(612) 348-3744
August 19, 1992
In accordance with Minnesota Statutes, I am enclosing a copy
of the Lockup Inspection Report of your facility. This inspection
was conducted by Lieutenant Tollin of the Hennepin County Sheriff's
Department, and copies of the report have also been forwarded to
the Commissioner of Corrections and to your Chief of Police.
If you have any questions regarding our findings and written
comments, please feel free to call me at 348-4946 or Lieutenant
Tollin at 348-9649.
Sincerely,
DON OMODT, SHERIFF
By: David T. Hile
Inspector
DTH: ns
Encl.
cc: Commissioner of Corrections
Chief Craig Gerdes
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Minn. Stat. 387.03 "The sheriff shall keep and preserve the peace of his county...-
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STATE Of MINNESOTA
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
450 No. Syndicate St., St. Paul, MN 55104
SHERIFF LOCKUP INSPECTION REPORT
City or village Plymouth
Couatp_ Hennepin
Type of Lockup: ❑X City ❑ Village ❑ _Used by Municipality and County
Name of Officer in Charge Craig Title Chief
Mayor Mr. Kim Bergman Clerk Daurle auenhorst
A. Administration
1. How is prisoner register kept? Good ( X) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
2. How are firearms, tools, etc.. safeguarded? Well (X) Poor
3. How is fire protection? Good (X ) Fair ( ) • Poor ( )
4. How often are prisoners checked? Every,,,U_*}aL minutes
S. How long are prisoners held? Maximum Time 5 to 6 hours Average Time 1 hour
6. Is a jailer or Custodian always present when someone is being held? Yea ( X) No ( )
If not, explain procedure used:
7. Does jailer or Custodian sleep nights while on duty? Yes ( ) No (X )
8. Do security procedures appear proper? Yes ( X) No ( )
9. What is general condition of cleanliness?
Excellent ( ) Good ( X) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
10. Is lockup swept every day? Yes ( X ) • -No( )
11. Is lockup thoroughly cleaned at least once every two weeks or whenever needed? Yes ( X) No ( )
COMMENTS:
B. Building
1. General condition? Excellent ( ) Good (X ) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
2. Are safety screens provided? Yes ( ) No (X ) What are their condition? Good ( ) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
3. Does jailer or Custodian have suitable space? Yes (X) No ( )
4. What is condition of windows? Good ( X ) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
COMMENTS: #4 --no windows in cell area
C. Calls
1. Operation of cell doors? Good ( X) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
2. Condition of cell locks? Excellent ( ) Good ( X ) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
3. Type of cell locks? Keyed, snap ( ) Keyed, bolt ( X ) Padlock ( ) Remote control ( )
COMMENTS:
D. B*dding
I. What is supplied? None ( ) Mattress ( ) Mattress covers ( ) Sheets ( )
Pillows ( ). Pillow cases ( ) Blankets ( X )
2. Is clean bedding issued to each prisoner? Yes ( ) No ( X) if not, explain procedure
Blankets issued upon request.
3. Are blankets kept clean and fresh? Yes (X) No( )
COMMENTS:
E. Plumbing
1. Does each cell have a toilet? Yes ( X) No ( )
2. Does each cell have a washbasin? Yes ( X) No ( )
3. Is there a shower for prisoner use? Yes ( X) No ( )
4. If answer is no to any above; Explain:
5. How is drinking water supplied? Fountain (X) Faucet ( ) Paper cups ( ) Other ( );
Explain:
6. Cleanliness of fixtures? Excellent ( ) Good (X) Fair Poor
7. Condition of plumbing? Excellent ( ) Good ( X) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
COMMENTS:
F. Heating and Vsnfilation
1.
Heating system: Furnace ( )
Steam ( )
Hot Air ( X) Other ( );
Explain Central heating
and air
conditioning
2.
Heat supply: 'Excellent ( ) Good
( X) Fair ( ) Poor (
)
3.
Ventilation: Winter: Good ( X)
Fair ( )
Poor (. )
Summer: Good ( X)
Fair ( )
Poor ( )
4.
Condition of windows: Good ( )
Fair ( )
Poor ( )
N/A
S.
Condition of screens: Good ( )
Fair ( )
Poor ( )
N/A
Is there danger of prisoner asphyxiation? Yes (
) No (X )
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COMMENTS: # 4 & 5 -
no windows or screens
in cell area
G. 'Lighting
1. Amount of light: Days: Good ( X ) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
Nights: Good( X ) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
2. Wiring: Excellent ( ) Good (X) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
3. Are switches and fixtures out of reach of prisoners? Yes ( X) No ( )
4. Are cells well enough lighted for reading? ` Yes (X) No ( ) How•well? Good( ) Fair( X) Poor
COMMENTS:
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H. Medical and Health Services
1. Is illness given immediate attention? Yes ( X) No( )
2. Is a doctor readily available? Yes ( X ) No( )
3. Is a hospital available? Yes (X ) No ( ) Distance from Lockup? 12 miles_ to North Memorial
4. First aid supplies? Good ( X ) Fair'( ) Poor ( ) None ( ).
COMMENTS: _ paramedics stationed in city.
Food
1. Is food prepared at lockup? Yes ( ) No (X )
2. Who supplies food? Perkins. Burger King and McDonalds are the Restaurants used
3. Preparation: Excellent ( ) Good (X ) . Fair ( ) Poor ( ) when food is required.
4. Quantity: Good ( X ) . Fair ( • ) Poor ( )
5. Temperature when served? Hot ( X) Cool ( ) Cold ( )
6. Cleanliness in food serving? Good ( X) Fair ( ) Poor ( )
COMMENTS:
J. Point and General Appearance
1. Outside appearance: Good ( X)
Fair (
) Poor (
)
2. Interior appearance: Good ( X)
Fair (_
) Poor (
)
3. Paint condition: Excellent
Good
Fair
Poor
- Ceilings ( )
( X)
( )
( )
- Walls ( )
( X)
( )
( )
- Floors ( )
( X)
( )
( )
- Cellwork ( )
( X)
( )
( )
4. Painting needs:
None
5. General cleanup needed: None
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6. Improper use of detention space? Yes ( ) No ( X )
Explain:
Total bookins 200 for 1991
Male - 175
Female - 25
K. Recommendations: Fire inspection attached.
Date of Inspection July 14 , 19 92
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PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH MINNESOTA 55447
PHONE: 6582800 EXT. 365, 374
FIRE DEPARTMENT/FIRE PREVENTION
Correction Notice
Date:.
Time:
Occupant Noma: 7-7 f' Phona:
Address:
Owner of Promises: Phone:
to accordance with the provisions of Minnesota Statute 299F.011, Minnesota Uniform Fire Code, Inspection of the above promises was completes
and the following violations and/or deficiencies were noted requiring corrective action.
The ownedoccupant must submit a signed letter to the tire department stating that the noted violations have been completed.
An appeals procedure is available by statute.
The following constitutes Improper work and/or a violation of fire codes or olty codes.
Code Violation Summary I Code Violation Summary
DO NOT REMOVE THIS - DO NOT COVER WORK UNTIL REINSPECTED.
PLEASE MAKE CORRECTION AND CALL FOR REINSPECTION WITHIN: 0-
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CITATIONS MAYBE ISS ON F I RE TO COMPLY.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBI ITY OF E OWN COPA L INSPECTIONS AND E l=019 ENTRY.
SIGNED
NOTES OF THE MEETING
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
AUGUST 17, 1992
1. The Council approved requests for H.I. Enterprises to reconfigure a commercial lot
immediately north of the existing Perkins Restaurant and construct a 5,200 sq. ft.
Goodyear Service Center located southeast of the intersection of Empire Lane and Harbor
Lane on the west side of I-494.
2. The City Code was amended to allow bow hunting within 300 feet of a dwelling, business,
school, place of worship, trail or roadway. Recent meetings regarding the upcoming deer
hunt by bow and arrow resulted in discussions with landowners and potential hunters
regarding the distance requirement. Landowners were concerned that the prior 500 foot
restriction would put hunters in their cornfields or off their property, while hunters were
concerned the restriction would limit their success.
3. An agreement with the City of St. Louis Park was approved for intersection traffic signal
improvements at Ford Road and Shelard Parkway. The estimated cost of this project is
$354,000 of which the City of Plymouth will pay 30 percent.
4. Following a public improvement hearing, the Council deferred ordering the NW -17
Trunk/Lateral Sanitary Sewer Phase II Project. An affected property owner requested the
delay so that less costly alternatives could be explored with the Engineering Division.
5. The Council selected the firm of Personnel Decisions, Inc. (PDI), to conduct the executive
search to fill the position of City Manager. At a study session prior to the Council
meeting, Councilmembers interviewed three funis that had submitted proposals to provide
this service. The estimated cost of the service from PDI is $18,500 - $22,000 plus
expenses and is expected to take 9-11 weeks. The PDI proposal includes a team building
element. The Council set a target date of mid November for filling the position.
6. Five additional paid on-call firefighters were authorized, bringing the total to 65. The five
new firefighters will be classified as "daytime responders" and will not have a significant
impact on the pension program.
7. A contract authorizing participation in the NSP Radiological Monitoring Program was
approved. During a June joint meeting with the City Council of Maple Grove, the
Councils discussed a joint hazardous material response team including a radiological
response component. The response issue relates to radiological monitoring in the event of
problems at either of the NSP nuclear power plants at Monticello or Prairie Island. The
Plymouth Fire Department will receive $34,250 in grant funds to participate in emergency
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response training and drills. The current agreement is for training and drill only because
there are still concerns with liability and workers compensation issues to be resolved.
8. A resolution was adopted affuming the right of free speech for Plymouth employees
relative to the issue of the resignation of Mr. Willis, expressly subject to the constraints of
the Data Practices Act.
9. The Council appointed Steve McCulloch, 4870 Evergreen Lane North, to fill the vacancy
on the Board of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals.
"Notes of the Meeting" is distributed to city employees after each Council meeting. It
contains items of general interest to employees and not every action taken by the Council is
reported. Staff members should not rely on these notes for accuracy - only the official
Council minutes should be used for providing information to petitioners or the public.
Questions? Comments? Call Laurie at 5014.
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FORUM NOTES
August 17, 1992
1. George Wilson stated he lives behind St. Phillips Lutheran Church which is
located on County Road 6. As part of the recent church remodeling and
expansion, a large air conditioner unit was installed. He stated the unit runs all
night and the noise is obtrusive to the adjacent residential neighbors. He has
contacted the City Building Division who indicated that the unit would have to be
screened in such a way that it is not a nuisance to neighbors. Mr. Wilson stated he
also submitted a nuisance complaint to Myra Wicklacz of the Planning Division
staff, as well as attempting to contact the St. Phillip's representatives directly.
Deputy Mayor Vasiliou stated staff will check the situation and report back to Mr.
Wilson.
2. Rod Grams announced that he is an IR candidate for the 6th District and was
present to answer questions the Council may have.
3. Mike Minsberg, 16645 14th Avenue North, addressed the Council regarding a
proposal by the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. He stated that the proposal
to alleviate some of the flooding problems experienced in Wayzata may result in
flooding and other damage to properties in Plymouth, including his property. He
stated there has been little involvement by the City of Plymouth in development or
review of the plan, and he questioned whether staff fully understands the
ramifications of the proposal. He requested that a City representative attend the
Minnehaha Watershed District meeting on August 20 and submit a request that
their decision be delayed to provide time for further study by the City of
Plymouth.
Mayor Bergman stated that Public Works Director Moore will be representing the
City at that meeting.
Mr. Minsberg stated the City of Wayzata has spent two years developing this
proposal and now the City of Plymouth only has two weeks to react to it.
Tim Reilly, 16245 14th Avenue North, stated he attended the recent public
information meeting on the same issue. He stated the two alternatives that were
considered, were relatively the same cost - $2.6 and $2.8 million. He favors the
second option and noted that only 12-15 homes in Wayzata initiated this action.
He is concerned that the proposal could easily impact that many homes in
Plymouth, as well as affect wetlands. Mr. Reilly requested that the City of
Plymouth attempt to influence the Watershed District to select Option 2 or some
other alternative.
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Mayor Bergman stated that according to the Public Works Director, the site
elevations of properties in Plymouth would remain unchanged.
Mr. Reilly stated it is unknown what the impacts of the plan will be, but he is
concerned that the plan to alleviate problems in Wayzata could cause problems in
Plymouth.
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BASSETT CREEK WATER MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Minutes of the Meeting of July 16, 1992
Call to Order:
The Bassett Creek Water Management Commission was called to order at 11:40 AM, Thursday, July
16, 1992, at the Minneapolis Golf Club by Chairman Peter Enck.
Roll Call:
Crystal:
Commissioner Bill Monk
Golden Valley:
Commissioner Ed Silberman
Medicine Lake:
Not represented
Engineer: Len Kremer
Minneapolis:
Commissioner Marvin Hoshaw
Counsel: Curt Pearson
Minnetonka:
Alternate Commissioner Mike Johnson
Corps of Engineers:
New Hope:
Commissioner Peter Enck
Bill Spychalla
Plymouth:
Commissioner Fred Moore
Recorder: Elaine Aaiderson
Robbinsdale:
Commissioner Jerome Ruffenach
St. Louis Park:
Not represented
Approval or Correction of Minutes:
Mr. Pearson noted that there was a duplication on page 2 and 3 of the May 21 minutes. With that
correction, it was moved by Mr. Silberman and seconded by Mr. Johnson that the minutes be
approved. Carried unanimously.
Financial Statements:
Mr. Silberman presented the Treasurer's Report as of July 16, 1992, showing a checking account
balance of $14,721.08, an investment balance of $310,795.83, a construction account balance of
$1,682,626.90 plus the $5,000.00 which is earmarked for Medicine Lake, and a construction escrow
account balance held by Minneapolis totaling $480,150.00 (as of July 1, 1992). The Commission also
holds $40,153.93 (Minneapolis Clean Water Fund 0005400189) to pay for a water pollution study in
Minneapolis. The treasurer's report was filed for audit.
Presentation of Invoices for Payment:
1. It was moved by Mr. Silberman and seconded by Mr. Moore that the Babcock Langbein &
Company invoice for the audit totaling $275 be approved for payment. Carried unanimously.
2. It was moved by Mr. Silberman and seconded by Mr. Moore that the Berkley Risk Services invoice
for $3591 for LMCIT insurance be approved for payment. Carried unanimously.
3. It was moved by Mr. Silberman and seconded by Mr. Johnson that the Barr Engineering Company
invoice for services and expenses for the period March 29 through May .2, 1992, totaling
$17,556.03 be approved for payment subject to arithmetical verification. Carried unanimously.
Communications:
Chairman:
1. Chairman Enck reported that Commissioner Rye had sent the assessment notices to the nine
member municipalities.
2. Chairman Enck reported that he had received a brochure from the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency which may be of interest to the Commissioners.
3. Any other communications will be handled either by Mr. Pearson or Mr. Kremer.
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1. Mr. Pearson reported that he had conferred with Mr. Kremer regarding charging for permits and a
memo has been prepared. This will be discussed later in the meeting.
2. Mr. Pearson reported that the insurance invoice has been received and was approved for payment
today. Mr. Pearson has the policy. There was discussion about where the policy should be kept.
The consensus was that it should be kept in Counsel's office.
3. Mr. Pearson had communicated with Commissioner Monk regarding claims of credit for additional
easements.
4. Observational well data has been received.
5. Mr. Pearson commented that most of the activity since the last meeting had centered around the
Theodore Wirth credit issue. He had talked to Mr. Bankston and the Corps of Engineers. The
matter has gone to Wa- & dngton. The counCel for the Corps of Engineers has agreed with Mr.
- Pearson's legal opinion. The issue is now hung up in Chicago. Mr. Haumersen told Mr. Pearson
that he understands our frustration but asked for our patience. The local office is promoting our
cause, but the Chicago Division office appears to be our problem. Nothing can be done at this
point in time to expedite the case.
Mr. Spychalla explained that the Corps has a new chief of real estate, Mr. Elwin Yoder replacing
Mr. Cabe. Mr. Spychalla indicated that he has been most impressed with Mr. Yoder's ability to
resolve issues. He believes they are almost in a position where the division will give us written
guidelines which should aid us in keeping on -track. They are hoping to get this done as soon as
possible and Colonel Craig is pushing it. If the Wirth Park credits are approved, the Commission's
cash obligation to this project will have been completed.
6. Golden Valley Golf Club. A meeting was held on July 6 with the Corps of Engineers and the City
of Golden Valley. In a letter written on July 8 the Corps of Engineers wrote that they either should
receive a committal to proceed or drop the structure from the project. Mr. Pearson said he has
talked to the City of Golden Valley and to the Country Club and advised them that the construction
of this project is needed by seven downstream residents. All parties agree that we need to get the
Golf Club to make a decision. If we don't build the structure the City of Golden Valley will
research floodproofing the seven homes or else they may decide to do nothing. Mr. Pearson
indicated he thought they would do nothing.
Mr. Pearson wrote a letter to the President of the Golden Valley Golf Club to try to impress upon
them that if we don't make a decision we will lose Federal funding. He has followed up with a `
telephone call in which he indicated he would do everything in his power to help them. There is a
new committee chairman at the golf club and the Board may not approve it. It looks like they will
call a special meeting of the members and present the proposition to them. Mr. Pearson offered our
assistance at the meeting if they wish. Mr. Pearson said that in two months we will have scheduled
the go-ahead or it will have been dropped.
7. At this time Mr. Douglas Svihel who lives in Golden Valley at 2735 Scott Avenue was introduced
to the Commission members. He lives downstream of Highway 100 in one of the homes which
had originally been proposed for floodproofing as part of the flood control project. This was the
1976 plan. In 1983 it was deleted because the Corps of Engineers felt there were not enough
incremental benefits to justify the cost.
Mr. Svihel has had problems with water standing in his yard. He believes part of the problem is
caused by a storm sewer which has been built by Golden Valley. He said that the city is looking at
the situation. He said there were other neighboring residents who were experiencing similar
problems.
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He explained that after the culvert was put in there was excess dirt which plugged up a ditch. For
the third time this summer, there were from 45-50 feet under water on his lawn. The standing
water causes an undesirable odor. Before this plugging of the ditch, his yard was always dry. He
would like to know why the ditch was filled. He also mentioned a pipe which had been installed by
the city after the 1987 flood. He said he had called Mr. Odland and was informed that the ditch
wasn't needed any more.
Mr. Enck said that Golden Valley is working very cooperatively with the residents but Mr. Fred
Salsbury, Director of Public Works, Golden Valley, has to determine the problem.
Mr. Spychalla says he doesn't think it is possible to have the homes floodproofed as originally
proposed as part of the Corps project because of the incremental benefit cost ratio.
Mr. Pearson said he could understand Mr. Svihel's frustrations. He said it may be a local problem
and we need more background data. Mr. Kremer will work with the City of Golden Valley. Mr.
Svihel said he would like them to study what has been done and also what isn't working.
Commissioners:
Mr. Silberman mentioned that Chairman Enck is up for re-election for the City Council of New Hope.
He also mentioned that he had received a brochure for a non -point pollution seminar to be held at a
Holiday Inn next Tuesday. He asked if any of the Commissioners would be interested. He indicated
that he plans to attend.
Corps of Engineers:
1. Mr. Spychalla said that yesterday the engineering staff from the St. Paul District Corps of
Engineers had met with Golden Valley and had gone over the final technical review of the plan for
the Golden Valley Golf Club embankment. They would like to do it this Fall if possible.
2. The Corps is working with the City of Minneapolis regarding how they are going to keep the trash
rack clean at the tunnel.
3. Mr. Spychalla explained that $100,000 had been removed from the escrow fund. There were some
cost overruns at Markwood-Edgewood and the money was needed Mr. Pearson reminded Mr.
Spychalla that no funds were to be withdrawn from the construction account until we resolve the
Wirth Park credit issue.
4. Mr. Spychalla said the Golden Valley Golf Club easement has not been received and confirmed
that the Corps wants to proceed with the project or to cancel this structure. (Mr. Pearson pointed
out that the Corps real estate office has never submitted the easement or the easement description for
the stricture at the Golden Valley Country Club.)
Engineer:
1. Mr. Kremer reported that he had been contacted by Mark Hanson, City Engineer, New Hope,
regarding possible modifications to the North Branch crossings. This will be taken up under New
Business.
2. Mr. Kremer reported on the results of a 9th District Court of Appeals on a lawsuit filed by the
Environmental Defense Fund against the EPA regarding the NPDES stormwater permitting
program. The Court did not agree with the EPA's removal of construction sites of less than 5 acres
from the permit program. There is a possibility that all sites down to one acre in size will require
permits.
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3. Mr. Kremer had received a copy of a draft notice of intent drafted by the Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency for NPDES permits for construction sites. This has to be filed by owners and
developers stating that they wish to be covered by the general permit.
4. Mr. Kremer had met with the Park and Recreation Department of the City of Plymouth. They are
doing a survey as part of the Parkers Lake Study to determine type and density of vegetation on the
lake bottom. They are trying to eliminate milfoil and have asked for additional data. The City of
Plymouth requested that Barr expand the mapping originally planned and they will pay for the cost.
5. Mr. Kremer had communicated with the Department of Natural Resources re the Central Park Pond
permit. This is right behind the City Hall in Plymouth. The City of Plymouth has withdrawn their
permit application for construction of a lake and may request that the Commission increase the area
to be excavated which was proposed in the permit application submitted by (or did you mean "to")
the Commission.
6. Mr. Kremer had received a letter from the Metropolitan Council requesting that the Commission
participate in a Lake Sampling Program. We had agreed to do this during 1992. It had been
proposed to sample rh1P.e lakes They had recruited volunteers and had asked for $1000 from the
Commission. The Commission had agreed. However, their limnologist had left and the program
died. They have now hired a replacement limnologist and are asking for our participation. They
would like to sample three additional lakes next year (Crane Lake, Lost Lake, and Wirth Lake) and
will try to recruit volunteers. They would collect both chemical data and physical data. Chairman
Enck asked if we should be thinking about collecting more information. Mr. Silberman moved that
we should have them do all three and collect both chemical and physical data. Seconded by Mr.
Johnson. Mr. Monk asked if there was any possibility that we could ask them for the $1000 and
whether they could change the level of testing that we would like to see done. Mr. Kremer said we
should ask them to collect samples for the additional chemical parameters we want tested. Mr.
Silberman said that could be included in the motion and Mr. Johnson agreed Carried unanimously.
7. Mr. Kremer referred to the pipe and flooding problems downstream of Highway 100 raised by Mr.
Sviehl. Mr. Silberman says this is an item which should be handled administratively by Barr
Engineering under the watershed inspection program Chairman Enck said it was the responsibility
of the City. Mr. Moore pointed out that maintenance is a big part of this problem and that if we
inspect it and it is not functioning properly, we should notify the municipality.
8. Mr. Kremer reported that we did not get the grant for environment education applied for from the
Federal Emergency Management Agency.
9. Mr. Kremer said he had had calls from individuals living around Northwood Lake regarding
flooding problems.
New Business
1. City Engineer Mark Hanson of New Hope had contacted Mr. Kremer regarding flooding in the
Northwood Lake area Mr. Hanson had sent surveyors out to take elevations of the creek after the
flooding. Problems had been aggravated because of heavy precipitation. It was suggested that the
Commission should consider some capital improvements in the area It is a policy type of issue.
There are obstructions to the flow in the creek at three locations. Homeowners say it takes so long
to drain out of Northwood Lake that the lakes never go down. It was asked if they could enlarge
the pipe at Boone Avenue and increase the level at the downstream side.
The City of New Hope is doing some storm and sanitary sewer improvements in the area and there
is some evidence of backing up of the sanitary sewers. The modification of the Boone Avenue
culvert could be completed with this project
There was only one low home and it was not flooded at the elevation of the management envelope
so there was no justification to increase the size of the crossings when the flood control plan for the
watershed was developed.
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There doesn't seem to be a problem regarding increasing the discharge at Boone Avenue. This
problem is similar to the Memory Lake problem which Plymouth, New Hope and Crystal worked
out together.
It was questioned whether modifications should be considered because of additional information.
That could make the problem a Commission consideration.
The City of Crystal will work with the City of New Hope but will need quite a bit of additional
data.
It was also suggested that the issue be studied further and that Commissioners Monk, Moore, and
Silberman serve on a committee. They will discuss further as to whether this would be a joint
Commission study or a multi -community but not Commission study.
Mr. Pearson briefly reviewed a past situation which had involved Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, and
Crystal. At that time the Commission adopted a policy that in these community issues, the
Commission would not be involved but would appoint an arbitration panel which in this particular
instance was composed of Mi_ruietonka, St. Louis Park, and P1yrr.3uth. When another problem
arose affecting the municipalities of Minnetonka, St. Louis Park, and Plymouth, the arbitration
panel consisted of Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, and Crystal. Since that time, the Commission has
not received any inter -community requests for resolution and any problems have been resolved by
the individual communities.
After further discussion, it was moved by Mr. Silberman that we authorize our engineer to work
with the city on the project and report back next month as to whether it is feasible and whether it has
an impact. Seconded by Mr. Hoshaw. Carried unanimously. Chairman Erick said they should ask
Mark Hanson if he would coordinate it.
2. Highway 55 Control Structure. Due to recent flooding, Theodore Wirth Golf Course officials have
requested that the weir of the outlet structure be adjusted. The concept was discussed during the
Commission's August 15, 1991, meeting. The following is from the August 9, 1991,
memorandum: "Due to frequent flooding at Theodore Wirth Golf Course, a request was received to
evaluate lowering the normal water elevation 1 foot at the structure. Review of record drawings of
the structure indicate that lowering the elevation 1 foot would be feasible structurally and
hydraulically. The proposed method would consist of dewatering, saw -cutting a trapezoidal weir
below the existing weir location, and providing cover over exposed reinforcing."
Discussion followed. Mr. Kremer said the Minneapolis Park Board had called him. Mr. Kremer
explained that the water level doesn't go down quickly enough. There have been extended periods
of flooding, and they have had to shutdown fairways. Mr. Spychalla reiterated this could probably.
be handled in the Fall of 1993. The Park Board would like to expedite it. They asked Golden
Valley to include it in the construction of Westbrook Road The cost would be $15,000. This
would be a local cost to be borne by the City of Minneapolis or the Commission. Mr. Spychalla
said it can't be done until the Corps gives approval. It could possibly be put in with work being
done at Fruen Mill. Mr. Spychalla said we will have to send a letter to the Corps. It would also
have to have the approval of the DNR. The consensus of opinion was that we should find out if it
can be done.
It was moved by Moore that we authorize the engineer to apply for the permits to be able to study
the situation. Seconded by Mr. Hoshaw and carried unanimously.
The question was raised as to whether the City of Minneapolis could do the work. Mr. Moore then
moved that, if it proves feasible and we get the permit, we request the City of Minneapolis to cut the
notch in the structure at a cost from the construction account not to exceed $15,000. Seconded by
Mr. Silberman. In the discussion, Mr. Pearson pointed out this is a construction modification of
the Corps -built structure. Mr. Moore then amended his motion by authorizing the City of
Minneapolis to spend up to $15,000 of the construction account to do this modification after we
receive a permit. Mr. Silberman amended his second Carried unanimously.
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3. By memorandum, Mr. Kremer reported the following administrative actions:
a. Fernbrook Townhomes: Plymouth. A revised grading, drainage and erosion control plan.
Reviewed and approved.
b. Harbor Woods: Plymouth. A revised grading, drainage and erosion control plan. Reviewed
and approved.
c. Nebco/Evans Distribution Center: Plymouth. A grading, drainage, and erosion control plan.
Reviewed and approved.
d. Family Child Development Center: Plymouth. A site improvement plan. Reviewed and
approved.
e. Churchill Farms 3rd and 4th Addition: Plymouth. A grading, drainage and erosion control
plan was reviewed. A letter requesting erosion control modifications was prepared.
f. Plymouth Pointe: Plymouth. A grading, drainage and erosion control plan was reviewed. A
letter requesting erosion control modifications was prepared. A revised plan was submitted.
The plan was approved administratively.
g. Courage Center: Golden Valley. A site improvement plan. Reviewed and approved.
h. J -Mark Expansion: Plymouth. A grading, drainage and erosion control plan was reviewed. A
letter requesting erosion control modifications was prepared A revised plan was submitted.
The plan was approved administratively.
i. Greenwood Ponds: Plymouth. A revised grading, drainage and erosion control plan was
reviewed and approved.
j. Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc.: Plymouth. A grading, drainage and erosion control plan was
reviewed. A letter requesting erosion control modifications was prepared.
k. Bridlewood Farms 2nd Addition Storm Sewer: Plymouth. A street and utility plan was
reviewed and approved.
Old Business
1. Mr. Kremer had had a letter from MnDOT regarding a structure at Highway 100. They would like
some more detailed hydraulic information. This is a concept plan. We would have to get some
ideas from the City of Crystal as to limitations. They would like to do a risk evaluation of the
culvert under Highway 100.. They would like a flood hydrograph and discharge hydrographs for
the 84". The Corps only wanted to be concerned about whether there is enough storage. Mr.
Moore said the City of Crystal has to set the limitations. It was agreed that the additional work
could be completed by MnDOT as part of the previous authorizations.
2 Mr. Pearson and Mr. Kremer had prepared a memo requested by the Commission concerning the
advantages and disadvantages of charging for permits. Because of the time constraint, Chairman
Enck requested that this be left for the August meeting.
Adjournment
It was moved by Mr. Ruffenach and seconded by Mr. Johnson that -the meeting adjourn. Chairman
Enck adjourned the meeting at 1:50 PM.
W. Peter Enck, Chairman
Donald Rye, Secretary
Elaine Anderson, Recorder
Date:
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League of Minnesota Cities
183 University Ave. East
St. Paul, MN 55101.2526
(612) 227.5600 (FAX.- 221.0986)
GENERAL LEGISLATION AND PERSONNEL COADHITEE
July 23, 1992 — 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon
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Members present: Boland, Apple Valley; Boley, St. Paul; Burt, St. Anthony; Duffy, Eagan; Fragnito,
Nashwauk; Frawley; Cottage Grove; Gabriel, Mankato; Gadow, Annandale; Hicks, Hastings;
Kajer, Minneapolis; Kelley, New Brighton; King,. Montevideo; Mayer, Crosslake; Michaelson,
Bloomington; Orduno, Mounds View; Pinkney, Moorhead; Porter, Victoria; Reber, Fairmont;
Rowland, Brooklyn Park; Sather, White Bear Lake; Schumacher, Maple Grove; Sobania,
Plymouth; Zachmann, Winsted
Staff present: Joel Jamnik, Legislative Counsel; Stan Peskar, General Counsel; Mary Diedrich,
Legislative Secretary
I. - Call to Order and Introduction of Committee Members
In the absence of the chair and vice -chair, the meeting was called to order by Joel Jamnik who gave a
brief background of the legislative policy committee process. He told the committee that the August
20th meeting would be held at the Ramada Hotel in Arden Hills because the League would be in the
new building and the conference rooms would not be ready. A map will be included in the next
mailing.
Next, committee members were asked to introduce themselves.
H. Approval of Minutes of Last Meeting
A motion to approve the minutes of the October 1, 1991, meeting was made by Gabriel, seconded by
Schumacher, and passed unanimously.
M. Review of 1992 Legislative Action
Staff reviewed the 1992 legislative session focusing on the following:
Good Government Bill (Chap. 529): *Significant provisions: 1) Prohibition on pictures of elected
officials in publications of political subdivisions. Staff has received a request from a member that the
League adopt a policy requesting repeal of the provision. 2) Frequent flyer miles earned for business
trips must now accrue to the body paying for the travel and not the individual. Staff stated program
miles may be lost as a result of this provision.
Pensions: Significant changes: 1) Cuts off amortization aid and supplemental amortization aid for
cities with local police and firefighter associations when the plans become fully funded. 2) A new
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method for determining the cost of living, or adjustment, benefits for retirees under the post-
retirement fund that will be based on cost of living up to 3 1/2 %. 3) An early retirement incentive
where the city would pay for health insurance for retiree and dependents until reaching age 65
(optional with decision by city council). 4) Chap. 488 allows.early retirees up to age 65 to remain in
the active -employee health plan. Sather asked if the provision allowing retirees to participate in the
active employee group at their own expense specifically mentions age 65 or if it allowed participation
beyond that. Peskar replied that the statute requires the employer to make a plan available to the
employee beyond age. 65 but it doesn't say it has to be the active employees plan. 5) Chap. 458
requires all school districts . and local governmental bodies to report their union settlements on an
annual basis. 6) Chap. 538 addresses the issue of relevant employer concerns about private and
nonwork-related activities of employees such as smoking, moonlighting, consulting, etc. Currently
public sector employers are exempted and private sector employers are prohibited from interfering in
the areas of private, lawful consumable product usage—food, alcohol or tobacco --in nonwork hours.
Sather asked if there was any language in Chap. 538 that relates to something that could be
determined to be job related such as alcohol consumption by a pilot. Staff replied that would be
regulated by the FAA and would supersede state regulations.
The '92 legislative policies were reviewed focusing on:
GLP-1. Mandates. At its retreat, the League Board considered whether the League should get
involved in an initiative to put the local government trust fund constitional amendment with a
constitutional effort or some type of mandate reform either constitutionally or legislatively both of
which would require a significant expenditure of staff and budgetary resources to accomplish. No
decision has been made yet as to what extent this will be undertaken nor is it known to what extent
other organizations will push for another mandate initiative. It is the staff opinion that unless
everyone is working together, nothing is likely to be accomplished.
GLP-2 Open Meeting Law. Major initiative was to have the Dept. of Administration or other level
of state government be empowered to give binding advisory opinions to local units of government
regarding data practice information handling. Staff commented that this will likely be presented again
this session and the Department of Administration is working on the legislation to eliminate some
financial concerns and reduce costs.
GLP-3 Use of Deadly Force. The policy argued for repeal of the '91 legislation prohibiting local
units of government from adopting deadly force policies that are more restrictive than state statutes.
Staff stated this has the potential of becoming a big issue this session but will not likely be resolved -
this year.
GLP-4. Comparable Worth. There was a rules hearing last November and again this past July. Staff
said the rules will probably go into effect by January 1993 and compliance/noncompliance will be a
legislative issue in the '93 session. A question was asked if there was some right of appeal from
DOER's interpretation of compliance/noncompliance. Staff commented on the two methods: 1)
encouragement of administrative reconsideration and, if that fails, 2) an administrative appeal before
an administrative law judge that would be handled like an- arbitration hearing.
GLP 8 Minnesota Public Employment Labor Relations aRELRAI. The policy sets the framework
for collective bargaining and has five basic elements. Staff has discussed picking one or two of the
proposed PELRA policies and have them introduced. Questions were raised about the economic
impact on cities of the greater use of volunteer and part-time police and firefighters and also the
language in paragraph one allowing essential employees to strike. Staff pointed out this is a defensive
policy even though it is written affirmatively and it has been used to stop other classes from being
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considered essential employees. Staff suggested trying to change employee definition by adding
language such as "given cooperation and consolidation efforts and austere budgets, we need to increase
the flexibility for local units of government on part-time seasonal employees."
GU -9 Presumption for Workers' Compensation Benefits. An effort was made during the session to
do something about employee groups who have a statutory presumption that illness --heart disease,
cancer --and other diseases presumed to have resulted from their employment and would qualify them
for workers' comp benefits. There was no interest in putting this into the workers' comp reform
package. Staff stated this policy can be used defensively to restrict the broadening of statutory
presumptions for workers' comp.
GLP-10. Public Contracting. Numbered paragraphs one and two have been accomplished and can be
deleted from the policy. Staff will evaluate the remaining three initiatives and revise the policy,
particularly in reference to the conflict of interest section of the bill which says "there will not be a
statutory conflict of interest for contracts for which competitive bidding is not required by law."
GLP 11 Public Employees Retirement Association (PERM Benefits Financing and Administration.
Part four has been accomplished. Staff asked the committee if they wanted to stay with rule of 90 as
an early retirement incentive option or examine the employer -paid rule of 85? Staff felt it would be a
mistake to go back to a broad rule of 85 and will not propose any changes unless directed to do so by
the committee.
GLP-12. Tort Liability ' and Insurance. Legislation focused on paragraph three dealing with joint and
several liability. Under state law, local units of government are liable to twice their actual fault as
long as the fault is less than the cap of 35 %. The initiative has been to try to meld public and private
rules and staff would propose a flat cross -the -board 30%, one-time rule. Last year, Boland presented
to the committee a reference liability provision from Florida and Jamnik said he would review it for
possible incorporation into the policy.
GLP-13. Veterans' Preference. The Association of Counties has recently taken an interest in this
issue and the priority may be moved up depending on the county initiative. Staff suggested an It
initiative on the hiring issues that have evolved since the Champlin decision and Schumacher
requested language regarding hiring be added to the policy that says cities will not have to pay the
legal costs regardless of whether the veteran wins or loses.
GLP-15. Liquor issues. A long-standing defensive League policy with language added last year asking
for options for extended closing hours. A significant issue that affects all cities with liquor operations
deals with the intoxicating liquor license fee. The legislation passed says the license fees have to
directly relate to the cost of enforcement or administration or oversight of the facility and staff thinks
there may be a greater need for local units of government to justify the fee charged.
GLP-16. Utility Service Territories. The policy reconfirms the power of cities to control electric
utilities but to also include gas utilities. With the passage of PUC, cities ability to control electric
utilitites within their boundaries has been erroded particulary when expanded through annexation.
Staff felt there were defensive items that could be accomplished in the gas service area such as
opposition to a statewide regulatory body to control natural gas services which would diminish city
power to control gas distribution within their boundaries. Staff suggested primarily aiming the policy
at that issue.
GLP-18. Military Leaves. Gabriel requested that a change be made in the policy language to say "15
consecutive days per year" or even to " 17" consecutive days. The intent of the legislation was to cover
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annual leave and adding consecutive to the language would eliminate problems of employees picking,
the days and using them for other reasons.
GLP-19. Volunteer Firefi hg ters. Staff stated that because there have been individual special bills and '
they are difficult to oppose, consideration should be given to dropping this policy that opposes further
reduction of the 10 -year vesting period. However, staff does feel that there is a need for a policy on
volunteer firefighters.
IV. Discussion of 1993 Legislation Policy Options
Staff asked members for any further issues they had identified.
Bolgy, St. Paul: 1) Support of bill making technical changes to local planning authorities. The
LUEE'T committee has a policy on the land use recodifiration bill supporting passage. 2) State
licensing of locksmiths and tanning facilities. After discussion, it was thought to be too costly and
would take too much of city resources to devise standards for licensing.
Kajer. Minneapolis: 1) Massage therapists have requested licensing by the state; 2) continue the policy
asking for 2 o'clock bar closing; 3) a data practices issue raised by Minneapolis police chief that there
is no information network, no clearinghouse for background checks; .4) teasing or antagonizing a police
dog should be a gross misdemeanor; and 5) 911 --raise the 18 cents phone bill charge to $1.00 and
rebate extra back to municipalities for 911 services.
Gabriel, Mankato: 1) A recreational liability limitation statute (like Wisconsin and Virginia) where
cities would not be liable in the absence of gross negligence; 2) a provision to allow local governments
to charge a fee for gun permits; 3) cost recovery for DWI; and 4) remove the maxi part of the maxi -
mini building code where cities cannot be more restrictive than the building code.
Fraanito. Nashwauk: Because of the cost of complying with the American Disabilities Act, a lot of
small, rural communities may have to close buildings and he asked if a low-interest fund could be
established for updating buildings and to help small communities. '
Sather White Bear Lake: Along with cost recovery for law enforcement, some restriction on judges in
terms of how lenient they can be with penalties.
P.eskar: A recommendation to change the jurisdiction of open meeting law violatons to small claims
court to be more cost effective for city officials. Committee consensus was to not change the
jurisdiction.
Iamnik: 1) The prevailing wage rate policy will be transferred from LUEET to GLP, and 2) consider
a state-wide criminal law to deal with anti -residential picketing or anti -stalking.
V. Establishment of Work Plan and VI. Other Business
Staff listed the issue areas committee members and staff had identified and said they would have a
revised packet of policies for the next meeting. Staff reminded the members that the August 20th
meeting will be held at the Ramada Hotel in Arden Hills.
VII. Adjourn
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' August 14, 1992
Helen LaFave
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
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SUBJECT: NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Dear Helen:
I want to thank you for all the help you gave me to make National
Night Out a success in Plymouth. You went out of your way to
help publicize this event and shared some really great ideas.
I think our first year participation in the National Night Out
event turned out exceptionally well. Your efforts made that
possible. Again, thank you so very much for your assistance and
guidance!
Sincerely,
Chief Craig C. Gerdes
Public Safety Director
BY:
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Officer Karen Forslund,
Plymouth Police Department
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Plymouth Police
3400 Plymouth
Plymouth MN
Department
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55447
August 14, 1992
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I just wanted to drop a note of thank you to your department. I had '
to call 911 yesterday after getting stung from wasps in my yard. The
Policemen and the Ambulance personnel were so courteous and
considerate. I am sorry I don't remember their names, but their
efficiency and treatment remains in my mind. As new residents to
Plymouth, and my first experience like this, It is a comforting feeling
to know my family will be well taken care of in an emergency.
Thank you all again,�--
Annie Arnold
1755 Troy sane
Plymouth Mlv 55447
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August 19, 1992 PLYMOUTH+
Briggs & Morgan
2400 IDS Center
Minneapolis, MN 55402
SUBJECT: BOND COUNSEL DESIGNATION
Dear Sir/Madam:
The City is contemplating appointing Dan Nelson of Best and Flanagan, sole and
exclusive bond counsel for all issues of bonds, notes, or other financial obligations of
the City of Plymouth. In the past, the City's bond counsel has limited his role to
reviewing documents prepared by other parties. Mr. Nelson is suggesting in the
attached August 11 memo that he play a much larger role in this process. He also
indicates that other cities have adopted similar procedures.
I would like your opinion on Mr. Nelson's proposal. Will it cause you problems? Are
there advantages or disadvantages ' which need to be enumerated? I would appreciate
your taking a few moments to share your reactions with me in writing or by telephone
at 550-5013. I would appreciate hearing from you by August 26.
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
CITY OF
August 19, 1992 PLYMOUTH+
Dorsey & Whitney
2200 First Bank Place East
Minneapolis, MN 55402-1498
SUBJECT: BOND COUNSEL DESIGNATION
Dear Sir/Madam:
The City is contemplating appointing Dan Nelson of Best and Flanagan, sole and
exclusive bond counsel for all issues of bonds, notes, or other financial obligations of
the City of Plymouth. In the past, the City's bond counsel has limited his role to
reviewing documents prepared by other parties. Mr. Nelson is suggesting in the
attached August 11 memo that he play a much larger role in this process. He also
indicates that other cities have adopted similar procedures.
I would like your opinion on Mr. Nelson's proposal. Will it cause you problems? Are
there advantages or disadvantages which need to be enumerated? I would appreciate
your taking a few moments to share your reactions with me in writing or by telephone
at 550-5013. I would appreciate hearing from you by August 26.
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CIN OF
PLYMOUTFF
August 19, 1992
Larkin, Hoffman;, Daly & Lindgren, Ltd.
2000 Piper Jaffray Tower
222 South 9th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
SUBJECT: BOND COUNSEL DESIGNATION
Dear Sir/Madam:
The City is contemplating appointing Dan Nelson of Best and Flanagan, sole and
exclusive bond counsel for all issues of bonds, notes, or other financial obligations of
the City of Plymouth. In the past, the City's bond counsel has limited his role to
reviewing documents prepared by other parties. Mr. Nelson is suggesting in the
attached August 11 memo that he play a much larger role in this process. He also
indicates that other cities have adopted similar procedures.
I would like your opinion on Mr. Nelson's proposal. Will it cause you problems? Are •
there advantages or disadvantages which need to be enumerated? I would appreciate
your taking a few moments to share your reactions with me in writing or by telephone
at 550-5013. I would appreciate hearing from you by August 26.
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Manager
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M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Frank Boyles
Acting City Manager
FROM: Daniel R. Nelson
Best & Flanagan
DATE: August 11, 1992
RE: Bond Counsel Representation
At our meeting last week we discussed the response by the
City of Plymouth (the "City") to the proposed refunding of the
industrial development revenue Bonds previously issued for the
Lancaster Apartments Project and the role that Best & Flanagan
should play in this financing. Subsequent to the appointment of
Best & Flanagan as City Attorney last January, we have become
listed in the Directory of Municipal Bond Dealers as a
nationally recognized Bond Counsel firm. In that capacity we
are now qualified to issue the approving opinions required for
all tax-exempt financings by the City of Plymouth.
In the industrial development revenue bond financings
closed since last January, Best & Flanagan has represented the
City in reviewing proposed resolutions, documents, certificates
and opinions to assure that the City is adequately protected and
indemnified in connection with that financing, and has given the
opinion as City Attorney that the City's proceedings have been
duly adopted and that the documents signed by the City
constitute valid and binding agreements. In this City Attorney
role Best & Flanagan has rather limited involvement in the
business transaction negotiated between the developer/owner of
the bond financed project and the underwriters or original
purchasers of the bonds, and in the oversight of the offering
and sale of the City's bonds.
With a responsibility limited to the regularity of City
proceedings, we do not see the potential problem areas in the
financial side of the transaction which would enable us to
evaluate for the City the potential for future problems with the
financed project which, although not a financial obligation of
the City in any way, could adversely affect the City's image in
the municipal finance community. The legal protections provided
to the City through this process are effective to shield the
City from possible claims or liabilities, but the likelihood of
ever having to rely on those protections and an in depth
understanding of business interests of the other parties to the
transaction cannot be fully.understood through this limited
involvement. In addition, no other participant in the
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August 11, 1992
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transaction has an on-going relationship with the City of
Plymouth which the City could rely upon to be sure that matters
of interest to the City are brought to the attention of the
appropriate city officials, even if they are not directly
related to the City's agreements under the bond documents.
The City can ensure a greater degree of involvement and
protection by the designation of Best & Flanagan as Bond Counsel
on all bond financings by the City. The role of Bond Counsel
will not create any potential conflicts since it is generally
recognized that Bond Counsel has no client to represent in the
financing. Rather, Bond Counsel acts as an independent expert
to assure compliance with applicable state and federal laws so
that the ultimate (and currently unknown) bondholders will know
that their bonds have been validly issued and bear tag -exempt
interest for federal and Minnesota income tax purposes. In that
capacity, Bond Counsel drafts all of the major documents for the
bond transaction, is responsible for the review and preparation
of the portions of the bond offering statement related to its
documents prepares and reviews the closing certifications and
opinions of all of the parties to the financing and is an active
participant in all of the meetings and drafting sessions where
the agreements among those parties are reached. This
comprehensive involvement assures the City that Best & Flanagan
will be involved in or aware of all aspects of the financing and
able to evaluate and present to the appropriate City officials
any matters of interest to the City. By appointing its own Bond
Counsel for all financings, the City will also be able to
establish and rely upon a single repository of documents and a
single responsible attorney who can answer any questions that
the City's financial officers may have regarding past bond
issues.
You raised a question about the acceptance in the municipal
finance community of a single designated City Bond Counsel for
the City of Plymouth. Similar arrangements have been in place
in Minneapolis, St. Paul, Edina, St. Louis Park and numerous
other cities for some time and, in my experience, those cities
have not "scared away" new development and new financing
proposals as a result of such a policy. Rather, it simply
becomes a part of the package (i.e. city attorney, fiscal
consultants, bond underwriters, bond counsel, etc.) that is a
part of doing a financing in that community.
I have attached for your consideration a form of a
Resolution which would appoint Best & Flana-gan as the City's
designated Bond Counsel for consideration at your next meeting
on August 17th. If you have any questions regarding this
memorandum or the Resolution prior to that time, please do not
hesitate to call me.
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August 19, 1992 PUMOUTH-
Barbara Willis
Plymouth Civic League
16511 26th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
SUBJECT: JOINT CITY COUNCIL/PLYMOUTH CIVIC LEAGUE MEETING
1-0.7,M-0or-Me Met
Here are a couple of alternative dates for the City Council and Plymouth Civic League
Board of Directors to meet:
Monday, August 24 - 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Monday, August 31 - 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Please contact Frank Boyles about which date and time would be most convenient for
the Civic League Board.
Sincerely,
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Kim M. Bergman '
Mayor
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CITY OF
August 19, 1992 PLYMOUTH+
Jim Brimeyer
The Brimeyer Group, Inc.
One Tenth Avenue South
Hopkins, MN 55343
SUBJECT: EXECUTIVE SEARCH FOR PLYMOUTH CITY MANAGER
Dearrime er:�—
Thank you for taking the time to prepare a proposal and make a presentation to the City
Council at their Monday, August 17 meeting. At their City Council meeting the same
evening, the Council voted unanimously to select the firm of Personnel Decisions, Inc.
(PDI), to complete the selection process for a new city manager. If you have any
questions, feel free to contact me at 550-5013.
Thanks again for your proposal and presentation.
Sincerely,
Frank Boyles
Acting City Manager
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Larry Thompson
Public Management Consultants
4544 IDS Center
80 South 8th Street
-Minneapolis, MN 55402
SUBJECT: EXECUTIVE SEARCH FOR PLYMOUTH CITY MANAGER
Dearhomps . La4o"
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Thank you for taking the time to prepare a proposal and make a presentation to the City
Council at their Monday, August 17 meeting. At their City Council meeting the same
evening, the Council voted unanimously to select the firm of Personnel Decisions, Inc.
(PDI), to complete the selection process for a new city manager. If you have any
questions, feel free to contact me at 550-5013.
Thanks again for your proposal and presentation.
Sincerely,
V17Boyyles
Acting City Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
August 14, 1992
Mayor Kim Bergman
Metropolitan Waste Control Commission
Mears Park Centre, 230 East Fifth Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-1633
612 222-8423
City of Plymouth
13930 - 60th Avnue N.
Plymouth MN 55446
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Dear Mayor Bergman:
The purpose of this letter is to provide you with',, inform tion
regarding the 1993 sewer service charges on the enclosed -statement.
The annual sewer service charges are based on the estimated volume
of Plymouth's sewer flow relative to the estimated flow from all
sewered communities using the Metropolitan Disposal System. When
1993 is completed and actual flow for 1993 is known, these
estimated sewer service charges are adjusted accordingly. They are
also adjusted for any deviations in the Commission's revenue or
expenditure budgets.
The statement shows the estimated wastewater flow from your
community and its sewer service charges based on the MWCC's 1993
budget. The 1993 estimate of your community's flow is based - on
past flow records, precipitation trends and anticipated community
growth. The statement also shows any credits or debits from these
sources: Current Value Credit, Debt Payment Credit, and the 1991
Final Cost Allocation.
I am forwarding a copy of these and a 1991 Comprehensive Annual
Financial Report to your finance officer. If you have any
questions, please let me know. If you would like additional copies
of any of these documents or the MWCC's 1993 budget, please contact
Lois Spear at 229-2017.
Ver truly ours,
Louis R. Clark
Chair
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Enclosures
cc: Finance Officer
Commissioner Paul McCarron
Gordon O. Voss, Chief Administrator, MWCC
Lois I. Spear, Controller, MWCC
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METROPOLITAN WASTE CONTROL COMMISSION
STATEMENT OF ESTIMATED 1993 SEWER SERVICE CHARGES
(WHOLE DOLLARS)
�a:
ESTIMATED COST
GALLONAGE FORM GALLONS AMOUNT
CURRENT USE CHARGES:
SEWER SERVICE COST
SALES TAX
TOTAL SEWER SERVICE COST
OTHER CREDITS OR CHARGES:
CURRENT VALUE CREDIT
DEBT PAYMENT CREDIT
1991 FINAL COST ALLOCATION
TOTAL CREDITS OR CHARGES
2,644
TOTAL ANNUAL ESTIMATED NET PAYMENT DUE
MONTHLY INSTALLMENT
Due on the first day of each month. Installments not
received by the 10tH of each month in which due shall be
regarded as delinquent and shall bear interest from the
first day of such month.
1201.10 3,175,710
44,723
3,220,433
217
8,350
(215,868)
(207,301)
3,383,016
281,918
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August 19, 1992
Mayor Kim Bergman
Plymouth City Council
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Bergman:
MONTE G. ANDERSON
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Over the past few weeks "there have been a number of articles in local
newspapers noting the many accomplishments of Jim Willis during his 21
years as the City Manager of Plymouth. I have been a resident of Plymouth
for 23 years and have known Jim during his career here.
During his tenure, Plymouth has been among the leaders of communities in the
metropolitan area in terms of growth in population. Under Jim's leadership,
the necessary services and support have kept pace and in many ways have
exceeded expectations. Also, the city has been managed in a fiscally
professional and responsible manner, and consequently, the tax burden for its
citizens has been kept well under control.
It is difficult for me, and many others in our community to understand the
decision of you and the Council to accept Jim's "resignation" when it appears
that he has done his job in a professional, effective manner over many years.
I believe an explanation is due to the citizens of Plymouth.
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cc: The Sun Sailor Newspaper
464 2nd Street
Excelsior, MN 55331
Monte G. Anderson
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Plymouth, MN 55447
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Mr. Chuck Dillerud
Director of Community Development
City of Plymouth
Planning Commission and City Council
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Coimnissioners and Council Members:
We would like to express our support for the
PDQ Food Store proposed at County Road 6 and
Fernbrook Lane. We have been corporate
residents in Plymouth for the past six years
and would appreciate a convenience store for
the benefit of our employees.
Hoping that this request meets with your
approval of a PDQ Food Store at the proposed
location in the near future.
Sincerely,
REXTON, INC.
Dain Wright —/
General Manager
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Rexton, Inc.
2415 Xenium Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Phone (800) 876-1141
Fax (612) 553-9129
(612) 553-0787
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City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
PLymouth, MN 55447
ATTN: Mr. Chuck Dillerud
Director of Community Development
City of Plymouth
Dear Commissioners and Council Members:
As a corporate citizen of the City of Plymouth, we would like to express
our support for the PDQ Food Store proposed at County Road 6 and Fernbrook
Lane. This store will provide our employees with essential goods and
services.' Limited commercial uses such as this are critical to our planned
industrial area.
We encourage your approval of this request and we look forward to the
development of the PDQ Food Stores at this location.
Sincerely,
Richard L. Little
President and CEO
MEDAMICUS, INC.
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MN 55447
DATE: August 14, 1992
TO: Chuck Dillerud, Community Development Director
FROM: Bob Pemberton, Risk Management Coordinator
SUBJECT: MUNICIPAL LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO CITY OWNED
"OPEN SPACE"
I have provided you with Dave Drugg's response to your memo of May 20, 1992 and I
wish to follow-up on the question of City acquired "open space" currently owned,
controlled and maintained by neighborhood associations.
The City builds and operates our park and open spaces with a great deal of attention
toward accident prevention. This requires adherence to the standards complicated by
our ever changing legal system and the federal consumer product safety commission.
This program is both labor intensive and expensive to administer but we have proven
results, a low accident rate.
I would not recommend that the City as policy acquire, maintain and take responsibility
for open spaces which up to now are still owned by various neighborhood associations.
We would be in all likelihood assuming an open ended liability for these private areas
which may have been constructed and maintained to a standard less than required for
our own park and open space system. If we proceeded less than cautiously we might
be involved in a situation in which we would be required to upgrade the acquired open
space at a considerable expense and to divert personnel that are required just to
maintain the current park system.
cc: Dale E. Hahn, Director of Finance
Frank F. Boyles, Acting City Manager.
Eric Blank, Director, Park & Recreation
Mark Peterson, Superintendent of Parks
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F?TCOMMUNITY HEALTH DEPARTMENT
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT GROUP
Suite 215
HENNEPIN 1011 South First Street
Hopkins Minnesota 55343-9413
Telephone: (612) 935-1544 • FAX (612 94199_'
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August 19, 1992 '. •�s
Ms. Laurie Rauenhorst
city clerk ••
city of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Ms. Rauenhorst:
On June 30, 1992, water samples were taken from your beach at East
Medicine Lake. Enclosed are the test results from these samples.
The recommended water quality standards for the State of Minnesota
are as follows:
Fecal coliform is used as the indicator organism for
evaluating the microbiological suitability of recreation
waters. The fecal coliform content of primary contact
recreation waters shall not exceed 200/100 ml.
According to these standards, your beach has good water quality and
is safe for public swimming.
If you have any questions, please call our office at 935-1544.
Sincery,
Paul S1 nich
Environmentalist
Enclosure
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an equal opportunity employer