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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM,
SEPTEMBER 4, 1992
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS ....
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE FOR SEPTEMBER:
SEPT. 14 7:00 P.M.' COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
_____________i______-_-________________________________-____---------_____-_-__-______
SEPT. 21 4:30 P.M. STUDY SESSION
Council Conference Room
TOPIC: Tax Increment Financing presentation by
David MacGillivray, Springsted, Inc.
Also attending: Financial Advisory Committee
and City staff.
SEPT. 21 6:30 P.M. PLYMOUTH FORUM
Council Chambers
SEPT. 21 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
2. CITY OFFICES CLOSED -- Monday, September 7. Labor Day.
3. BOARD OF ZONING --Tuesday, September 8, 7:00 p.m. The Board of Zoning
Adjustments and Appeals will meet in the City Council chambers. Agenda attached.' (M-
3)
4. FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE -- Wednesday, September 9, 7:30 A.M. The
Financial Advisory Committee will meet in the Council conference room. Agenda
attached. (M-4)
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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
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5. PLANNING CONDMSION -- Wednesday, September 9, 7:00 p.m. The Planning
Commission will meet in the City Council Chambers. Agenda attached. (M-5)
6. CHARTER COMMISSION -- Wednesday, September 9, 8:00 p.m. The Charter
Commission will meet in the Council conference room.. The Council has previously
received the materials sent to Charter Commission members. The focus of the meeting
will be promotion of the charter.
7. FRAC -- Thursday, September 10, 7:00 p.m. The Park and Recreation Advisory
Commission will meet in the Council conference room. Agenda attached. (M-7)
8. PLYMOUTH METROLINK PUBLIC HEARING -- Thursday, September 10, 7:00
p.m. Public hearing on Metrolink route options. The notice distributed to Metrolink
passengers and a summary on the route options are attached. A special PACT meeting will
be held immediately following the public hearing to review the public comments and
recommend one of the options. (M-8)
9. ABSENTEE VOTING HOURS -- The customer counter will be open from 1 - 3 p.m.,
Saturday, September 12, and Monday, September 14 until 7:00 p.m for residents needing
to vote absentee.
10. TWINWEST EXPO 192 -- Thursday, September 10, 10 a.m. , - 7 p.m, Holiday Inn
Minneapolis West. Information on the Chamber's annual Expo is attached. As Expo
Chair, I will be at the Expo all day together with one or more department heads to "man"
the Plymouth booth. (M-10)
11. ELM CREEK WATERSHED COMIVIISSION -- Wednesday, September 9, 3:00 p.m.,
Council Conference Room. The September 9 agenda (attached) includes a review of the
Grime Dam (Tony Chen). (M-11)
12. PLYMOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL -- Wednesday, September 30, 7:30 a.m. A
meeting of the Plymouth Development Council is planned for September 30. Council
members are asked to review the attached draft agenda and call me with any additions or
revisions. (M-12)
13. MEETING CALENDARS - City Center calendars for August - December and City
Council calendars for SEPTEMBER are attached. (M-13)
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION....
1. PRESS RELEASE -- A press release dated September 3, 1993 by Mayor Bergman
responding to State Auditor Mark Dayton is attached. (I-1)
2. CITY MANAGER RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION -- Attached is a memo and draft
ad to the City Council from Harry Brull of Personnel Decisions, Inc.. Because the
International City Management Association changed their deadline for ads due to Labor
Day, the ICMA ad will run in the October 5 issue. (I-2)
3. COMMiJNITY LIBRARY SITE AWARD -- While we do not have the written
documentation, Fred Moore has been advised that the condemnation award of the
community library site is $963,000. The City maintained that the value of the site is
$580,000 while the owner maintained the value is $1.8 million. I will provide the City
Council with the documentation once it becomes available. We should schedule a meeting
on this subject in the near future.
4. METROPOLITAN COUNCIL - MUNICIPAL FORECASTS •-- The last phase of the
Metropolitan Council's forecasting process is the allocation of municipal forecasts to
Traffic Analysis Zones. Attached is a letter from Mary Anderson, Chair, asking the City
to allocate Metropolitan Council forecast totals to Traffic Analysis Zones within their
boundaries for the years 2000, 2010 and 2020. This information once compiled will be
used by the Metropolitan Council and the MnDOT in developing transportation models.
The following table reflects the Metropolitan Council's forecast projections for Plymouth:
1990 Census
2000
2010
2020
POPULATION 50,889
62,000
67,000
72,500
HOUSEHOLDS 18,361
23,700
28,000
32,000
EMPLOYMENT 38,103
. 49,500
55,500
57,500
RETAIL 5,490
6,790
7,450
Fred Moore will be completing this phase of the project. Council members having any
questions or comments on the project or the forecast projections, should contact me. (I-2)
5. "ALL -WAY" STOP AT INTERSECTION OF C.R. 15/GLEASON LAKE
DRIVE/VICKSBURG LANE --Attached is a letter which Fred Moore sent to Hennepin
County requesting that they review the intersection of Gleason Lake Road/County Road
15/Vicksburg Lane for the need for an "all -way" stop. The City had received two letters
from citizens in the area requesting that this be reviewed.
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Fred was informed by Dennis Hansen, County Traffic Engineer, that they have completed
their review and the intersection justifies an "all -way" stop. Installation of the signs has
been completed.
6. CAMPAIGN SIGN VIOLATIONS -- Attached is correspondence from the City Clerk and
City Attorney with regard to a complaint received by the City Clerk concerning a political
campaign sign violation and the proper procedure for the City to follow when receiving a
complaint. The complaint relates to the placement of a campaign sign on corporate
property. (I-6)
7. SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY - FINAL US WEST UNIFORM TELEPHONE
RATES -- A report from Jim Strommen, SRA Attorney, on the completion of the US
West's uniform rate filing is attached. The new rates become effective November 1. (I-7)
8. STREEVRAILROAD INTERSECTION CONTROLS -- Due to concerns raised by
residents adjacent to the Soo Line tracks, the Council has directed the staff to determine
whether the costs of installing approximately $360,000 worth of traffic lights and lift gates
can be assessed against benefitting property owners under special assessment laws.
Attorney Meller indicates they may not be assessed in the attached letter. I am inquiring
through the Minnesota Department of Transportation - Railroad Division, whether any
funding might be available for this purpose. (I- 8)
9. TRAFFIC CONTROL ACTIVITY AT 47TH AND HARBOR LANE -- The City Council
authorized striping and weekly radar patrols of this intersection. Attached is
correspondence sharing the results of all six patrols with the homeowners. It does not
appear that any further action is necessary. (I-9)
10. MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY -- The attached correspondence was
received from the MPCA:
a) Notification to Wagner Spray Technology regarding a petroleum storage tank release
investigation and corrective action for site located at 1770 Fernbrook Lane.
b) Notification to Dyna -Matic Feeding System regarding the completion of land
application site soil monitoring requirements for site located at 1700 Medina Road.
(I-10)
11. MINUTES:
a. "Notes of the Meeting," August 31, 1992. (1-1la)
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b. Joint City Council/Plymouth Civic League Board of Directors Meeting, August 31,
1992. (I- llb)
12. PERSONNEL:
A. CORRESPONDENCE:
1) Letter from Eydie Kargas, The League of Women Voters Wayzata/Plymouth.
2) Letter of recognition to Officer Karen Forslund.
3) Copy of voice mail message to Frank Boyles complimenting Val Krisko.
(i-12)
13. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter signed by the Council and sent to State legislators regarding geese control in the
metropolitan area. A letter sent to the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities
(AMM) requesting a legislative policy on geese control is also included. (I -13a)
b. Letter notifying AMM of the Council's decision to discontinue its membership in
January 1993. (I -13b)
c. Letter from Tony Chen, to City Attorney, regarding citation for animal at large, and
fence repair. Also attached is a letter to Mr. Chen from Frank Boyles, on the Council
appointment of a Fence Viewer and required deposit. Letters to adjacent property
owners are also included. (I -13c)
d. Letter from Bob Long, Councilmember, City of St. Paul, concerning a Constitutional
amendment to create a New Property Taxpayers' Trust Fund. (I -13d) .
e. Letter to Vern Reynolds, Vern Reynolds Construction, from Darrell Johnson, Senior
Engineering Technician, on the City's hiring of a' contractor to - correct erosion
problems within the Bass Lake Terrace 2nd Addition. (I -13e)
f. Letter from Plymouth property owner to Myra Wicklacz, Development Services
Technician, concerning the inspection of a fence under construction and a response
from Frank Boyles. (I -13f)
g. Letter to Roger Williamson, 18305 20th Avenue North, from Dan Faulkner, in
response to request for four-way stop at 20th Avenue and Urbandale Lane. (I -13g)
h. Letter from E. Dennis Zahrbock, TwinWest Chamber of Commerce, forwarding the
City's 1993 membership invoice ($332.00 for the period 10/1/92 - 10/1/93). (I -13h)
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i. Letter from "Concerned Citizens of Plymouth" to Frank Boyles, advising of a weed
complaint. (I -13i)
j. Letter responding to Ivadell Farrells, 1155 Kingsview Lane, from Mayor Bergman,
regarding the Plymouth yard waste site. (I -13j)
k. Letter to Lon Hollister, Traut Wells, from Fred Moore, in response to Mr. Hollister's
inquiry to complete work for City projects on well maintenance, drilling, etc. (I -13k)
1. Letter from Edward and Helen Wright, 4618 Chowen Avenue No., to Robbinsdale
City Council, regarding the lake elevation level for Ryan Lake. All member cities of
the Shingle Creek Watershed Committee received copies of this correspondence. (I-
131)
Frank Boyles
Acting City Manager
September 2, 1992 CITY OF
PLYMOUTR
David MacGillivray
Springsted, Inc.
85 East 7th Place
Suite 100
St. Paul, MN 55101-2143
Dear Dave:
This confirms our desire to have you provide a two hour tax increment financing
refresher to the City Council, Financial Advisory Committee, and city staff on
Monday, September 21 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Conference
Room.
As we discussed, I have contacted Dan Nelson, our Bond Counsel at Best & Flanagan
and asked him to attend this seminar and to contact you beforehand to coordinate any
aspects of the presentation as may be appropriate. I have advised Dan that you would
be sending him a copy of your, "Tax Increment Financing Minnesota, Concepts and
Mechanics" for information purposes.
Thank you for your willingness to provide this educational opportunity to us.
Sincerely,
Frank Boyles
Acting City Manager
FB:kec
cc: Dan Nelson, Best & Flanagan
Dale Hahn for Financial Advisory Committee
S.F. 9/21/92
Information Memorandum
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS
PLYMOUTH CITY CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD
PLYMOUTH, MN 55447
TUESDAY, September 8, 1992
7:00 P.M.
AGENDA
1. CALL TO ORDER 7:00 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. NEW BUSINESS
August 11, 1992
M-3
A. JOHN PAULSON. Variance for 9 feet for a screen porch and 3 feet for a
deck to allow a 12 foot front yard setback versus the 35 foot required
front yard setback in order to reconstruct a deck and screen porch onto
the side of their home located at 4625 Deerwood Lane North. (09-01-92)
B. PAUL & ROSALIND RIDGEWAY. Variance to permit an encroachment of 13.5
feet in to the 35 foot front setback for construction of a fence over 3
feet in height as a pool enclosure for the property located at 5700
Evergreen Lane North. (09-02-92)
5. OLD BUSINESS
A. HOLIDAY INN NORTHWEST. Variance to increase the height of the sign from
the ordinance maximum of 16 feet to 27 feet for a property located at
3000 Harbor Lane North. (05-01-92)
B. STEVE & CHERYL MICHEL. Variance to increase the lot coverage from the
Ordinance Standard of 20% to 23.5% to construct a room addition onto the
rear of the home located at 3925 Orleans Lane North. (07-02-92)
6. ADJOURNMENT
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` FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE AGENDA
SEPTEMBER 9, 1992
1,
7:30 A.M.
AGENDA
1. Call to order
2. Discussion of Park Replacement Program
3. Continued discussion of Street Reconstruction Program
4. Comments on Draft of Financial Trends Report
5. Other Business
6. Adjournment
Next Meeting: Wednesday, October 14, 7:30 A.M.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA WHERE: Plymouth City Center
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 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:OO-P.M.
2.* CONSENT AGENDA
3.* APPROVAL OF MINUTES
4. DISCUSSION ITEM
A. (7:00) Discussion of Planned Unit Development
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS (Approximate time of Public Hearing is listed at the
beginning of the Hearing Item. Hearings will. not begin prior to the
time stated.)
A. (7:45) Capital Improvement Program for 1993-1997
B. (8:15). Laukka-Williams Parkers Lake. Amended MPUD Preliminary
Plan and Conditional Use Permit to allow for a Lot
Division/Consolidation and reductions in common open space for
property located at the southeast corner of Vicksburg Lane North
and 18th Avenue North (92067)
C. (8:30) Laukka-Williams Parkers Lake. Amended Planned Unit
Development Preliminary Plan and Conditional Use Permit, and, Final
Plat for Parkers Lake North 8th Addition located at the southeast
corner of'Terraceview Lane North and 18th Avenue North (92071)
D. (8:45) Diamond Gus Enterprises, Inc. Conditional Use Permit for a
1,460 square foot Class II restaurant located in the Oakwood Square
Shopping Center at the southeast corner of County Road 101 and
County Road 6 (92074)
6. ADJOURNMENT
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Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
September 10, 1992, 7:00 p.m.
AGENDA
IT -
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Visitor Presentations
a. Athletic Associations
b. Staff
c. Others
4. Report on Past Council Action
a. Ice rink locations
b. 10th Avenue park name
c. Ridgemount sidewalk/trail feasibility study
5. Unfinished Business
a. Volunteer program
b. Review sidewalk and trail plan
C. Park development projects update
d. Focus groups and surveys - continue discussion (no
action)
e. Amendment to park plan - playfield site selection
f. Proposed 1993-97 CIP (no action necessary)
6. New Business
a.
b.
C.
7. Commission Presentation
8. Staff Communication
9. Adjournment
Next regular PRAC meeting - October 8
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Attention
Plymouth. Metrolink
Passengers
Changes ???!!!
For the past few months the City of Plymouth along with staff from the MTC have
been reviewing the service provided by Plymouth Metrolink and now we want to hear
from you!
A public hearing is scheduled for Thursday, September 10 at 7.00 PM in the City
Council Chambers at the Plymouth City. Center which is located at 3400 Plymouth
Boulevard.
At the hearing, there will be a brief review of the options that are being considered
followed by an opportunity for individuals to comment on the options under review.
There are three options under consideration: (1) Continue as is with no changes; (2)
Modify mutes and continue shuttles to existing park & ride locations; (3) Modify
routes, with shuttles to existing park & ride locations and recently completed 1-394
park & ride locations.
A decision on which option to put in place will be made by late September,* then
proposals will be solicited from operators and the changes, (if any), will take place in
April 1993.
If you would like to learn more about the options under review before the
September 10 meeting or have any other questions, please call Mark Ryan with the
City of Plymouth at 550-5011.
Thank You!
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MN 55447
DATE: September 3, 1992
TO: Members of the Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit
FROM: Mark Ryan, Metrolink Project Manager
SUBJECT: SPECIAL PACT MEETING - SEPTEMBER 10
As you know, there is a public hearing scheduled for 7 p.m., Thursday, September 10
at which the public is invited to attend a presentation and comment on the options that
are under consideration for Plymouth Metrolink service.
At the PACT meeting held September 2, it was decided that there would be a special
PACT meeting immediately following the September 10 public hearing. At the special
meeting, PACT members will review the public comments and recommend one of the
options. I have enclosed a table that summarizes the options under consideration that
was prepared by the MTC and distributed at the PACT meeting.
I encourage you to attend the public hearing and then provide your input afterwards on
which option you think we should implement. I look forward to seeing you at the
public hearing.
MR:kec
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Fiollaay inn minneapolls west
9970 Wayzata Boulevard, St. Louis Park*
Admission for Expo '92, Deli Luncheon & Seminars is FREE!
10:00 a.m. Exhibits Open
Schedule 1 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
for Businesses:
Workers Compensation,
Minnesota Care and Travel
Demand Management
(Real estate credit pending)
5:00 - 7:00 p.m. TwinWest Overtime
(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
chances of successfully obtaining credit for your business.
Minneapolis West
Specific areas covered by the panel of experts 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 Shetard Group
and money.
• Presenting your loan request and business plan - A well
presented loan request is a critical first step.
• Obtaining the required financial information - Find out
what financial information is required to support your
loan request.
• Understand the loan decsion process - You can positively
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 Shetard 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
• Minnesota, 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!
ExoZ2s
�Spips�� Sp 'Tha stot e following companies:
• (.; First Bank Hopkins
t 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:
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elm creek
Watershed Management Commission
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY
Judie Anderson
3030 Harbor Lane
Plymouth. MN 55447
Phone 612/553-1144
TECHNICAL ADVISOR
Hennepin Conservation District
12450 Wayzata Boulevard
Minnetonka. MN 55343
Phone 6121544-8572
A G E N D A
September 9, 1992
CALL TO ORDER
1. Approval of minutes of August 12, 1992 meeting.
2. Treasurer`s report and submission of bills.
OLD BUSINESS
3. Reports from District Office.
a. Water monitoring program.
1) Lakes and stream monitoring.
2) Alum treatment project.
3) Rain gauges - Zeug.
b. Wetlands mapping.
C. Inclusion of Rogers in Commission.
d. Amendments to the Management Plan - Zeug, Moore.
e. Flood timing - Zeug.
4. Non -point pollution source entering Maple Grove.
5. 1993-97 Co-operative Agreement - Dindorf, Anderson.
NEW BUSINESS
6. Correspondence.
7. Project Reviews.
a.
86-037
Joe Raskob, Medina.
b.
88-017
Gerald Dykhoff, Medina.
C.
92-001
The Woods at Elm Creek, Champlin.
d.
92-010
Cobblestone Hills, Maple Grove.
e.
92-014
Teal Lake Meadows, Maple Grove.
f.
92-015
Charles Tatro, Maple Grove.
g.
92-018
Medina Road, City of Medina.
h.
92-020
Fish Lake Outlet, Maple Grove.
i.
92-022
Weaver Lake Estates 3rd Addition, Maple Grove.
j.
92-023
SciMed Flood Plain Mitigation, Maple Grove.
k.
92-024
Elm Creek Golf Course, Plymouth.
Widening of Weaver Lake Road, Maple Grove.
1.92-025
92-026
Grime Dam, Plymouth/ Tbv.,A tin
B. Other
business.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MN 55447
DATE: September 4, 1992
TO: Plymouth Development Council
FROM: Peter Pflaum, Chair
SUBJECT: SEPTEMBER 30 DEVELOPM]DU COUNCIL AGENDA
`1 ' 3 a C"V'-
I. Status Reports:
1. City Manager Recruitment and Selection Process and Timetable - Frank Boyles
2. 1992-1996 Capital Improvement Program - Fred Moore
3. Community Library - Frank Boyles
4. Comprehensive Plan Amendments - Chuck Dillerud '
5. Public Safety Building Project - Craig Gerdes
II. Status of Various Zoning Ordinance Amendments
1. Screening of Trash/Recycling Containers - Chuck Dillerud
2. Planned Unit Development Standards - Chuck Dillerud
Ell. Other Business
Adjourn - 9:00 a.m.
cc: Chuck Dillerud, Director of Planning & Community Development
Fred Moore, Public Works Director
Joe Ryan, Building Official °
Craig Gerdes, Director of Public Safety
Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager
S.F. 9/30/92
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09-03-1992 14:54 612 339 5897
BEST2FLANAGAN
PRESS RELEASE BY
PLYMOUTH MAYOR KIM BHRQMAIQ
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 3, 1992
P.02
"The correspondence to me from State Auditor Mark Dayton is
based upon a serious misunderstanding of the facts." said Kim
Bergman, Mayor of Plymouth. Bergman stated that the following
three factual points should correct the'misunderstanding:
First, the amount of the settlement to former City Manager
Jim Willis was not excessive, but rather economically prudent.
Only a minor portion of the total settlement package was
authorized by the present City Council, the majority was
inherited. The previous City Council entered into a written
contract with Willis, dated December 1989, after the former Mayor
and Councilperson had been defeated in the November 1989
election. Through this contract, the lame duck City Council gave
Willis a one year severance golden parachute of $86,800, purchased
a $950,000 universal life insurance policy for Willis, and
provided Willis with a car for his business and "personal" use.
The only additional economic components authorized by the present
City Council were:
1) payment for outplacement employment services of up to
$5,700;
2) payment for attorney fees of up to $3,000; and
3) transfer of title to a used 1991 automobile which had
already been provided to Willis by the 1989 City
Council.
The present City Council also prudently retained Willis as a
Transitional Advisor for up to six months, essential to the CIM SEP -4S
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transition in that Millis had been City Manager for 21 years and
retained a unique historical and current understanding of the many
ongoing projects and challenges facing Plymouth. Additionally,
the Council was advised that it would take this six month period
to hire a replacement.
Second, the alternative to the negotiated settlement was
financially imprudent and totally uncertain. Dayton inaccurately
bases his criticism of the settlement on a mischaracterization
that the City Manager is an "at'will" employee. To the contrary,
there is a Minnesota Law which provides that after one year a City
Manager may nat be unilaterally terminated, but rather may only be
"suspended," pending issuance by the the City of a list of written
"charges" followed by an indeterminate "public hearing" and a
subsequent decision of whether the City Manager should be
terminated or retained. Willis' attorney advised that this
hearing process alone would take up to six months, depending on
the availability of parties, witnesses, judges and attorneys, and
would cost the City up to $75,000. In addition to the expense and
uncertainty of this statutory hearing process, the City would be
without leadership for at least this six month hearing period.
Plus, after the hearing, the City would still be faced with the
immense cost of_defendinq against various legal claims. The
settlement reached was more than reasonable given these expensive
and protracted alternatives.
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Third, Dayton incorrectly alleges that the Settlement is in
excess of a statutory cap on "severance" payment of one years'
salary. This statute is inapplicable because the monies paid by
the present City Council above the one year severance granted by
the previous City Council represented a settlement of threatened
claims, .not severance payments.
it is time that Plymouth moved forward to face its many
development issues and budgetary challenges. The settlement
reached with the former City Manager was legal, prudent and
economically sound. It is our hope that when Mark Dayton is made
aware of the actual facts and circumstances, he will retract his
criticisms and give Plymouth credit for good government and sound
economic policy it deserves.
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09 04 921 1 :3::31 FAX 6123390927 PFRS UIX
PERSONNEL DECISIONS, INC.
Corporate Offices
2000 Plaza VII Tower
45 South Seventh Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota SS402-1608
612/339-0927
MEMORAI MUM
TO City of Plymouth Mayor and Council Members
FROM Harry Brull, PD1 Project. Director
DATE 4 September 1992
SUBJECT Recruiting Strategy and Next Steps
Thank you for your response to my initial questions. We arc now prepared to actively begin
the process.
In terms of recruitment strategy, I suggest the following:
• Limiting national recruiting to the advertisement in the ICMA Newsletter. (The
deadline for September 21 publication was actually September 3; the deadline for
October 5 publication is September 24.)
• Advertise locally and regionally through the League of Minnesota Cities "Cities
Bulletin," "Jobs Available" (an independent public sector recruiting journal), and die
Star Tribune.
• Supplement print advertisements with broadcast letters sent to cities of comparable
size in an approximate five -state (regional) area_ (The out-of-pocket cost of this
strategy is actually less than the single advertisement in the ICMA Newsletter.)
I also submit the following as a sample advertisement for the ICMA Newsletter:
Plymouth, MN (52,000)
City Manager. Rapidly growing second-tier
suburb of Minneapolis/St.Paul. City Manager
form of goverrunent, 5 -member City Council
elected at large. $11M budget; 171 full-time
employees. Demonstrated experience in leader-
ship, planning, and economic development.
Ability to work with staff, Council, and consdtu-
ents. Confidential resume to Personnel Decisions,
Inc., 2000 Plaza VII Tower, 45 S. 7th St.,
Minneapolis, MN 55402, Attn: Harry Brull.
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METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Mears Park Centre, 230 East Fifth Street, St. Paul, MN 55101-1634
August 28, 1992
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612 291-6359 FAX 612 291-6550 TTY 612 291-0904
All Twin Cities Metropolitan Area '
Local Government Key Contacts
Dear Key Contact Person:
The final step in the Council's forecast process is the allocation of the municipal forecasts to
Traffic Analysis Zones (TAZ). To complete this phase of the project the Council needs your
help and local expertise.
Enclosed are the municipal forecast allocations for your community covering the period from 1990
to 2020. These forecasts of population, households and employment reflect a limited number of
adjustments from those mailed on June 16, 1992, based upon information about committed
construction projects submitted by local governments. This mailing includes:
• The 1990 population and household data based upon the Census and the employment
figures for your municipality assigned to TAZ.
• The forecasts totals for your community for 2000, 2010 and 2020 and blank TAZ
allocation sheets to be used for city allocation of Council forecast totals.
• A traffic analysis zone (TAZ) map for your community.
• An explanation of the TAZ allocation process.
We are requesting that each metropolitan area municipality allocate the 2000, 2010 and 2020
forecast totals to the proper TAZ within their boundaries. We believe that you have the best
possible internal location information (land use plans, zoning, etc.) about your community to
properly accomplish this allocation task. Geographically small cities or sparsely populated rural
communities will have only a single TAZ and allocation of forecasts is not required.
If you note any problems with the Council's 1990 allocation of population, household and
employment data to your TAZ'or, have questions about this TAZ forecast allocation process,
please contact the Council staff.
Overall Coordination ---Bob Davis (291-6317)
TAZ 1990 base information ---Bob Paddock (291-6340)
Population, household base data ---Kathy Johnson (291-6332)
Employment base data ---Regan Carlson (291-6407)
Population, household forecasts ---Michael Munson (291-6331)
Employment forecasts ---Tim Fleetham (291-6374)
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August 28, 1992
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In order to complete the Council's forecast process by the end of October, your early response
would be appreciated. We look forward to working with you to complete the forecast allocations.
Sincerely,
Mary E. Anderson
Chair
cc: Metropolitan Council Members
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METROPOLITAN COUNCIL
Mears Park Centre, 230 East Fifth Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
612 291-6359 TDD 612 291-0904
DATE: August 18, 1992
TO: Charles E. Dillerud, Plymouth Community Development Director
FROM: Bob Davis, Metropolitan Council Staff
SUBJECT: Plymouth Forecasts
Thank you for your response to the Council's forecast mailing. As was noted by Michael Munson
in his telephone discussions with you the persons per household figure used to forecast regional,
sub -regional and local forecasts is based upon trends that are monitored on a regular basis.
Plymouth's forecast is based on a full -range of housing types and if multifamily units are not
allowed then that demand will go elsewhere. Although our forecasts assume -the historic 60/40
single-family/multifamily household split we have no intention of dictating loctil plans by forcing
multifamily households on the city. We believe it is very unlikely that over the long-term the
housing market will produce only single-family demand in a community as large as Plymouth.
We have used historic patterns in terms of density and multifamily, single-family housing split in
communities where there was a possible development constraint. Some communities have
challenged our forecasts because they did not believe they had enough land, either because of
densities, land supply or housing type mix. We have generally lowered their forecasts, but there
were no significant major disagreements about the household size assumption. In Hennepin
County we raised Maple Grove employment slightly and in Minnetrista total households were
adjusted moderately upward based on information provided.
If the Council were to raise the household size for Plymouth, we would be agreeing that only
single-family units would be added to Plymouth in the future. If this were the case we would
have to reduce the household forecast significantly, because there is no basis for forecasting that
Plymouth will capture a greater share of single-family housing from its neighbor communities.
The resultant drop in growth might be 25% to 33% less total households for the city.
We invest most of our forecast effort on households rather than population because households
relate better to planning needs, can be forecasted with greater accuracy and can be monitored
annually with more precision. Because of the many unique factors that affect city -level
population per household we have simply projected focal trends in persons per .household
(virtually every city in the region declined from 1980 to 1990), but only half as much of a drop as
in the 1980's. We continued the drop to 2010, but again cutting it in half from the 1990 drop.
These assumptions resulted in numbers which generally corresponded to the regional trends of
continued, but decreasing decline in the household size we forecast. Further adjustments were
used to reconcile the population figures derived by this method and the regional control. The city
might be right in expecting empty -nester turnover to help household size increase, however the
experience to date in twin city suburbs is that large numbers of home owners stay in their houses
well into their later years.
At this time there is no basis for changing Plymouth's forecasts. We continually monitor growth
and we will be revising our forecasts in approximately five years. The Council also has established
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an Interim Forecast Process to address growth changes between forecast revisions. If Plymouth
appears to be growing at a rate different than our forecasts we will make an appropriate
adjustment. If you have any questions please contact Michael Munson at 291-6331.
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92-652
July 24, 1992
Mr. Dennis Hansen .r
Traffic Engineer
HENN. CO. DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS.
320 Washington Ave. So.
Hopkins, MN 55343-8468
SUBJECT: "ALL -WAY" STOP
COUNTY ROAD 15 AND VICKSBURG LANE
Dear Dennis:
After receiving comments from concerned citizens, I have reviewed the
traffic operation at the intersection of County Road 15/Gleason Lake Drive
and Vicksburg Lane. This intersection is located on the'southerly Plymouth
city limits and also at the joint boundary with Minnetonka and Wayzata.
Several years ago, County Road 15 was a continuous route, but at the current
time County Road 15 terminates at Vicksburg Lane.
Under the current operation, southbound Vicksburg Lane stops for the traffic
on County Road 15/Gleason Lake Drive. Vicksburg Lane is a major north/south
"Minor Arterial" street within our transportation system. The Wayzata
Senior High is located immediately north of the intersection and County Road
6 is located approximately one mile north. Gleason Lake Drive going
easterly of the intersection is a "Collector" street in our transportation
system to serve the residential area and is not intended to be a through
traffic street.
I am requesting that this intersection be established as an "All -Way" stop.
Two of the three legs of the intersection are on the Plymouth street system -
and we would be responsible for installing and maintaining these stop signs.
Hennepin County would need to install a stop sign for eastbound County Road
15 at this intersection.
I am requesting your determination if the County will install this stop sign
as requested. If possible, I would like to have the stop signs installed
before September 1 when the high school opens for the next school year. If
there are any questions, please 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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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: September 1, 1992
TO: Robert L. Meller, Jr., City Attorney
FAX to Paul Kaminski (339-5897)
FROM: Laurie Rauenhorst, City Clerk
SUBJECT: POLITICAL CAMPAIGN SIGN VIOLATIONS
Last night following the Council meeting, I informed you that earlier tliat day I
received a complaint about a political campaign sign violation. You indicated you
would advise me of the legal procedure we should use for reported campaign sign
violations.
The specific complaint relates to a "Van Dellen" sign placed at the northwest corner of
County Road 9 and Northwest Blvd. The complainant, who wanted to remain
anonymous, stated this is corporate property, and therefore the sign is in violation of
state election law. He also noted that a particular candidate is not seeking "express
consent" of property owners to place campaign signs, although I have received no
complaints from property owners to date. He wanted the City to address both issues
with the candidate.
I have attached some relevant sections of the city code and statute. The Plymouth
Zoning Ordinance, Section 10, Subd. A (4) addresses the following with respect to
temporary signs for political campaigns:
1. Maximum size in surface area., except that maximum size is waived in state
general election years, consistent with state law.
2. Removal not more than 10 days after an election.
3. Responsibility for the proper location, maintenance, and ultimate removal of the
signs.
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4. Setback requirements may be waived, provided signs are located on private
property with the express consent of the property owner, and provided they do
not impede safety by obstructing vision of pedestrians or motor vehicle
operators.
I have also attached Minnesota Statute 211B.15 Corporate Political Contributions which
may address the "indirect contribution" of a corporation allowing a campaign sign on
its property.
My question is: Does the City have legal authority to investigate and resolve all
complaints relative to political sign violations? Or, only those complaints relating
to local zoning ordinance violations? For those issues the City has authority to
investigate and resolve, what is the appropriate procedure? If there are issues the
City does not have authority to resolve, what is the proper procedure?
The normal procedure of investigation, notice requirements, etc., would rarely be
effective for political campaign signs due to their temporary nature. If there is a
violation, we want the sign relocated or removed as quickly as possible. Past practice
has been to respond on a complaint basis only, by fust investigating and verifying a
violation exists, then informally asking the candidate or committee to relocate or
remove the sign. If that failed, formal action would be taken. Having completed that
process, does the City have authority to remove a political campaign sign - whether it is
located on the right-of-way or on private property, assuming the sign is not causing a
safety hazard or sight obstruction?
Obviously, of immediate question, is how to handle the current complaint of a
possible corporate contribution. Please let me know as soon as possible. Thank you.
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PLYMOUTH ZONING ORDINANCE
Section 10, Subdivision A
The signs shall be located on private property with the express
consent of the property owner who, with the owner or manager of
the sign shall be equally responsible for the propertylocation,
maintenance, and ultimate removal of the sign. Such signs shall
be allowed for three years from the date of original Building
Permit issuance, or until 85% of the construction in the
development is completed, which ever occurs first, unless
otherwise specifically provided in this Subdivision.
(4) Temporary Signs for political campaigns shall be a maximum 32 sq.
ft. in surface area, except that maximum size shall be waived in
State general election years, and shall be removed not more than
10 days after an election. (Amend. Ord. 90-38)
The owner or manager of the sign, the owner of the land, or the
political candidate shall be equally responsible for the proper
location, maintenance, and ultimate removal of the signs. Setback
requirements may be waived for such signs, provided that they are
located on private property with the express consent of the
property owner, and provided that they -do not impede safety by
obstructing vision of pedestrians or motor vehicle operators.
(Amend. Ord. 90-38)
(5) Temporary Signs for non-commercial announcements by civic groups
shall be a maximum 32 sq. ft. in surface area, provided that a
maximum of three such signs may exceed 32 sq. ft., to a maximum
300 sq. ft., in surface area provided that the larger signs are
for city-wide and free community events.
Temporary Signs for non-commercial announcements by civic groups
shall be removed when the intended purpose has been fulfilled.
Signs with a surface area greater than 32 sq. ft. are allowed for
a maximum of ten days. The owner or manager of the sign, the
owner of the land, or the sponsoring civic group shall be equally
responsible for the proper location, maintenance, and ultimate
removal of the sign. (Ord 86-26)
Setback requirements may be waived for such signs provided that
they are located on private property with the express consent of
the property owner, and provided they do not impede safety by
obstructing vision of pedestrians or motor vehicle operators.
(Amended Ord. 86-26)
(6) One temporary sign for transient merchants and transient produce
merchants in the FRD District only. The sign shall not exceed 16
sq. ft. in surface area, and shall not exceed 6 ft. in height.
The sign shall be setback at least 20 ft. from the street
right-of-way line and shall be erected only during the period of
transient sales. (Amended Ord. 86-07)
Q.
10-4 01M SEP - 4'92
MINNESOTA ELECTION LAWS -1991
History:1988 c 578 art 3 s 12
NOTES AND DECISIONS
211B.12 4
The word "salary" is construed in an election contest as being used in broad sense of compensation embracing both "salary"
and "fees". Spokely v. Haaven, 183 Minn. 467,237 N.W. 11 1931.
211B.13 BRIBERY, TREATING, AND SOLICITATION.
Subdivision 1. Bribery, advancing money, and treating prohibited. A person who
willfully, directly or indirectly, advances, pays, gives, promises, or lends any money, food,
liquor, clothing, entertainment, or other thing of monetary value, or who offers, promises,
or endeavors to obtain any money, position, appointment, employment, or other valuable
consideration, to or for a person, in order to induce a voter to refrain from voting, or to vote
in a particular way, at an election, is guilty of a felony. This section does not prevent a
candidate from stating publicly preference for or support of another candidate to be voted
for at the same primary or election. Refreshments of food or nonalcoholic beverages of
nominal value consumed on the premises at a private gathering or public meeting are not
prohibited under this section.
Subd. 2. Certain solicitations prohibited. A person may not knowingly solicit, receive,
or accept any money, property, or other thing of monetary value, or a promise or pledge of
these that is a disbursement prohibited by this section or section 211B.15.
History: 1988 c 578 art 3 s 13
NOTES AND DECISIONS
211B.13
Acceptance of cut in salary pursuant to resolution of county board would not be violation of Cortupt Practices Act. Op.
Arty. Gen. July 27, 1933. For other opinions treating this issue see also Op. Any. Gen. 359A-22, March 22, 1933; Op. Atty.
Gen. 627B-3, March 20, 1933, Op. Arty. Gen. 359A-22, July 11, 1932 and January 27, 1932.
Whether the distribution of objects such as matchbooks, pencils, emery boards, etc, is a violation of this section is a ques-
tion of fact upon which the attorney general cannot pus judgement. Op. Any. Gen. 627F-1, March 7, 1950.
The making in good faith by a group of citizens to an entire county of an offer of site and money fora new court house is
not a felony under this section. Op. Arty. Gen. 62713-3, May 6, 1954.
211B.14 DIGEST OF LAWS.
The secretary of state, with the approval of the attorney general, shall prepare and print
an easily understandable digest of this chapter and annotations of it.
The secretary of state shall distribute the digest to candidates and committees through
the county auditor or otherwise as the secretary of state considers expedient.
History: 1988 c 578 art 3 s 14
211B.15 CORPORATE POLITICAL CONTRIBUTIONS.
Subdivision 1. Definition. "Corporation" for purposes of this section means a corpora-
tion organized for profit that does business in Minnesota.
Subd. 2. Prohibited contributions. A corporation may not make a contribution or offer
or agree to make a contribution, directly or indirectly, of any money, property, free service
of its officers or employees, or thing of monetary value to a major political party,
organization, committee, or individual to promote or defeat the candidacy of an individual
for nomination, election, or appointment to a political office. For the purpose of this
I
ubdivision, "contribution" includes an expenditure to promote or defeat the election or
I
omination of a candidate to a political office that is made with the authorization or
expressed or implied consent of, or in cooperation or in concert with, or at the request or
suggestion of, a candidate or committee established to support or oppose a candidate.
Subd. 3. Independent expenditures. A corporation may not make an independent
expenditure or offer or agree to make an independent expenditure to promote or defeat the
candidacy of an individual for nomination, election, or appointment to a political office.
For the purpose of this subdivision, "independent expenditure" means an expenditure that
is not made with the authorization or expressed or implied consent of, or in cooperation or
concert with, or at the request or suggestion of, a candidate or committee established to
support or oppose a candidate.
211B - 6
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ROBERT L. CROSBY
LEONARD M.ADDINGTON
ROBERT R.BARTH
N. WALTER GRAFF
ALLEN D. BARNARD
RICHARD A.PETERSON
ROBERT J. CHRISTIANSON, JR
FRANK J. WALZ
FRANK VoOL
MARINUS W. VAN PUTIEN, JR.
DAVID B. MORSE
JOHN A.BURToN,JR.
JAMES C. DIRACLES
ROBERT L.MELLER,JB.
Scorr D. ELLER
BEST & F LANA GAN
ATTORNEYS AT LAw
CHARLES C.BERQUIST
GEORGE 0.LUDCEE
E.JOSEPH LAFAVE
GREGORY D. SOULE
CATHY E. GOBLIN
PATRICK B. HENNESSY
TIMOTHY A. SULLIVAN
TAMMY L. PUST
BRIAN F. RICE
TRACY J. VAN STEENBURGH
DAVID J. ZUBKE
STEVEN R.KRUOER
JAMES P. MICHELS
PAUL E.KAMINSKI
Ms. Laurie Rauenhorst
City Clerk
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
3500 IDS CENTER
80 SOUTH 8TH STREET
MINNEAPOLIS MN 55402 - 2ll3
TELEPHONE (612) 339-7121
TELECOPIER (612) 339-5897
September 2, 1992
RE: Campaign Sign Violations
Dear Laurie:
DANIEL R.W. NELSON
CINDY J. LARSON
JOHN P. BOYLE
Ross C. FoHMELL
CARYN SCHEHH GLOVER
SABAH S.GODFREY
MARY E.SHEAREN
CATHERINE J. COURTNEY
KEITH J. NELSEN
TRACY F. KocHENDORFER
JEANNIcE M.REDINo
SARAH CRIPPEN MADISON
ROBERT D. MAHER
DAVID H.JoRNsoN
OF COUNSEL
JOHN R.CARRoLL
JAMES D. OLSON
ROBERT M.SEA RE
ARCHIBALD SPENCER
CHARLES S. BELLOWS
WARD B. LEWIS
JAMES I. BEST
1008.1066
ROBERT J. FLANAoAN
1688.1074
.You have asked this office to outline what action, if any,
the City can take on campaign sign violations. Specifically you
are concerned with issues of signs on corporate property, signs
put on lawns without owner permission and signs that violate
zoning requirements, all as outlined in your memo faxed to us
yesterday.
The campaign sign placed on corporate property is in
violation of State law. Minnesota Statute Section 211B.15, Subd.
2 prohibits a corporation from making a "contribution ... directly
or indirectly, of any money, property, free service of its
officers ... to promote or defeat the candidacy of an individual for
nomination, election, or appointment to a political office." This
language does not make it clear if placement of a campaign.sign is
a prohibited "contribution." However, Subd. 11 of that same
Section, entitled."Messages of corporate premises" lists messages
that are not a violation of this Section. Messages generally
promoting participation in the election process are allowed.
Campaign signs for an individual candidacy are not excluded from
the prohibition and as such those signs, on corporate property,
are prohibited.
Prosecution of violations of this Section are conducted by
the County Attorney. See Section 211B.15, Subd. 14. The County
Attorney has a duty to inquire into any alleged violation of the _
Statute. See Section 211B.16, Subd. 1. As such, if a complaint
is received about a campaign sign on corporate property, the
elD
CIM SEP `'4 92
Ms Laurie Rauenhorst, City Clerk
September 2, 1992
Page 2
A;
complaint should be referred to the County Attorney by either the
City or the individual bringing the complaint. While the Statute
does not specifically address the issue, we believe the City
should make sure that the County Attorney is made aware of any
continuing violation. As a practical matter, you might consider
contacting the property owner and/or campaign to let them know
that there is a violation and require them to take the sign down
immediately.
Assuming that the property is zoned B-2, Plymouth Zoning Code
Section 10(A)(4) applies to campaign signs.- (The different zoning
categories have similar signing requirements.) A political sign
is allowed so long as;
1) The sign doesn't impede the safety of pedestrians of
motorists;
2) the sign is placed on the property with the consent of
the property owner;
3) the sign is located on private property; and
4) the sign meets all of the requirements for signs set
forth in Section 10(A)(7).
If any of the above standards are violated, a Zoning Officer
has the power to enforce the sign regulations pursuant to Section
10(A)(9)(c). The Officer may inspect the property on which the
sign is located and issue a written order for removal. If the
owner continues to violation the written order, the City can
prosecute under its zoning ordinances.
If you have- any other questions on.-Uris matter, please don't
hesitate to contact me or Paul Kaminski.
PEK/kd/6125K
be*nce ly yours,
bert
rt. Jr.
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September 2, 1992
CI
V OF
PLYMOUTR
Hennepin County Attorney's Office
Civil Division
Hennepin County Government Center
A-2000
Minneapolis, MN 55487
Dear Sir or Madam:
The City of Plymouth has received a complaint from a resident with respect to a
political campaign sign which may be in violation of state statute. The sign is a "Van
Dellen" sign located on the northwest corner of Northwest Blvd. and County Road 9 in
Plymouth. The resident believes a sign in this location is in violation of state law
because it is placed on corporate property.
Since prosecution of violations of State election law are conducted by the County
Attorney, our City Attorney has recommended that I refer this matter to you. I have
provided a copy of this letter to the affected candidate.
If you need further information from me, please call me at 550-5014.
Sincerely,
Laurie Rauenhorst
City Clerk
cc: Todd Van Dellen, 14095 37th Place North, Plymouth, 55447
ciM SEP -4'92
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
MEMORANDUM
TO: SRA Board, Alternates, and City Managers
FROM: Jim Strommen, Holmes & GravenYO
RE: Final US West Uniform Telephone Rates - Savings
Calculation
DATE: September 2, 1992
Introduction
This is a "final" written report regarding the SRA's--long and
ultimately successful battle to eliminate the tiered rates for US
West telephone service in the metro area. Information in this memo
is definitive in that it is derived from finally agreed upon US
West uniform rates scheduled to become effective November 1.
and businesses resulting from the new unirorm rales
Uniform rates are guaranteed as a rate design for
years. Coupled with an SRA spearheaded reduction in
1984, the net result of SRA efforts on this isue_Y
millions Q!_siollars ot_ate sas_�o tier II
"cuttomers .
tier ratios in
-y_19 will -be
III, and IV
The final SRA accomplishment was completed in the context of US
West's uniform rate filing of July 2, 1992. With the able assis-
tance of our expert, Basil Copeland of CRC, the SRA engineered a
Commission -approved settlement with US West on a revised schedule
of rates, saving tier I, II, III, and IV residential customers an
additional annual $541,201 (explained below). Total annual savings
to tier II, III, and IV residents and businesses beginning Novem-
ber 1 will be approximately $3,270,100 ($2,005,269, residential;
$1,264,831, business). Since US West has no data on customers per
municipality, it is impossible to measure the savings per SRA
member.
Recent Events
As you know, on December 20, 1991 the Commission issued an order
finding the tiered rates without basis in cost or policy. The
Commission ordered uniform rates to be implemented on a revenue -
neutral basis to US West, meaning that tier I rates would rise
modestly, tier II rates would stay the same or decrease slightly,
ciM SEP — 4'92
HOLMES & GRAVEN
CHARTERED
JOHN M. LEFEVRE, JR.
Attorneys at Law
470 PUWmry Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota SS402
ROBERT J. LINDALL
(612) 337-9300
LAURA K. MOLLET
ROBERT A ALSOP
BARBARA L PORTWOOD
RONALD H. BATTY
RONALD
Faalznk (612) 337-9310
JAMES M. STROMMEN
STEPHEN J BATTY
JAMES J. THOMSON, JR.
DEAN
JOHN B.DEAN
LARRY M. WERTHEDN
MARY DOB
BONNIE L s
STEFANIE N. GALEY
IVTF3t
GARY P. WINTER
CORRDYE A. HEINE
JAMES S. HOLNES
WRITER'S DIRECT DIAL
DAVID L GRAVEN (1929.1991)
DAVID J. KENNEDY
UNSEL
S
JOHN R. ON
3 3 7- 9 2 3 3
ROBERT CARLSON
WELLINGTON H. LAW
ROBERT L DAVIDSON
CHARLES L LEFEVERE
MEMORANDUM
TO: SRA Board, Alternates, and City Managers
FROM: Jim Strommen, Holmes & GravenYO
RE: Final US West Uniform Telephone Rates - Savings
Calculation
DATE: September 2, 1992
Introduction
This is a "final" written report regarding the SRA's--long and
ultimately successful battle to eliminate the tiered rates for US
West telephone service in the metro area. Information in this memo
is definitive in that it is derived from finally agreed upon US
West uniform rates scheduled to become effective November 1.
and businesses resulting from the new unirorm rales
Uniform rates are guaranteed as a rate design for
years. Coupled with an SRA spearheaded reduction in
1984, the net result of SRA efforts on this isue_Y
millions Q!_siollars ot_ate sas_�o tier II
"cuttomers .
tier ratios in
-y_19 will -be
III, and IV
The final SRA accomplishment was completed in the context of US
West's uniform rate filing of July 2, 1992. With the able assis-
tance of our expert, Basil Copeland of CRC, the SRA engineered a
Commission -approved settlement with US West on a revised schedule
of rates, saving tier I, II, III, and IV residential customers an
additional annual $541,201 (explained below). Total annual savings
to tier II, III, and IV residents and businesses beginning Novem-
ber 1 will be approximately $3,270,100 ($2,005,269, residential;
$1,264,831, business). Since US West has no data on customers per
municipality, it is impossible to measure the savings per SRA
member.
Recent Events
As you know, on December 20, 1991 the Commission issued an order
finding the tiered rates without basis in cost or policy. The
Commission ordered uniform rates to be implemented on a revenue -
neutral basis to US West, meaning that tier I rates would rise
modestly, tier II rates would stay the same or decrease slightly,
ciM SEP — 4'92
=-
and
and tier III and IV rates would drop significantly. The Attorney
General (and SRA) favored reduction to tier I rates. The Commis-
sion did not adopt that position and delayed (unnecessarily) US
West's filing to July 2, 1992.
US West's July 2 filing included a surprise increase of $.03 per
month for tier II residential customers. The Department of Public
Service ("DPS") endorsed the rate schedule and the rates undoubted-
ly would have been accepted by the Commission. Our expert reviewed
the schedule of rates and noted a favoring of business rates over
residential, and a deviation from the Commission ordered 3 -to -1
ratio for business -to -residential rates. The SRA then submitted an
alternative schedule of rates to the Commission. The SRA alterna-
tive rates reduced tier II residential rates and reduced the\
increase to tier I residential and the largest class of business
customers. The SRA proposal shifted the revenue ratios back to 3 -
to -1 and derived additional revenue from certain business classes,
without raising tier II rates.
After review, the DPS and Attorney General endorsed the SRA
proposal. Having reviewed the SRA proposal, US West prepared a
revised schedule superseding its original. filing. The revised
schedule followed and refined the SRA proposal. On August 27, the
SRA, US West, DPS, Attorney General, and Commission staff met and
settled on the US West revised schedule. It is very acceptable to
SRA interests. All tier II rates are reduced and tier I residen-
tial and single line business increases are lowered.
US West has agreed to implement these rates as -soon as possible.
Due to procedural requirements and appeal periods, the earliest
date for implementation is November 1. Even this date could be
jeopardized if a party commenced an eleventh hour appeal when the
rates are made public. The Commission staff has represented that it
will make every attempt to obtain the required consent of the
Commission to this stipulation in time for a November 1 effective
date. Notwithstanding the stipulation of all interested parties,
the SRA had to lobby the Commission staff and US West considerably
to get an implementation date as "early" as November 1.
Schedule of Uniform Rates and Savings
New Rates (monthly)
Business
(single line)
Tier I Present 42.48
New 43.75 (3% inc.)
Tier II Present 43.83
New 43.75 (.2% red.)
Tier III Present 46.98
New 43.75 (6.8% red.)
Tier IV Present 53.67
New 43.75 (18.5% red.)
2
Residential
(single warty)
14.16
14.58 (3% inc.)
14.61
14.58 (.2% red.)
15.66
14.58 (6.8% red.)
17.89
14.58 (18.5% red.)
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Annual Savinqs (Increase) by Tier
* $209,571 less increase than under US West original proposal.
**$250,978 net savings from US West original proposal.
If you have any questions regarding particular aspects of this
change, please contact me. If you plan to disseminate any of the `
information regarding the original US West proposal and adjust-
ments, please also contact me. Some of the specific information
was derived from proprietary data. I would want to be advised if
any of it were used publicly.
3 Cpm SEP - 4'92
Business y
Residential
(all classes)
(single party)
Tier I
$(1,800,367)
$(1,466,998)*
Tier II
145,881
125,489**
Tier III
858,821
1,244,419
Tier IV
260,129
635,361 -
* $209,571 less increase than under US West original proposal.
**$250,978 net savings from US West original proposal.
If you have any questions regarding particular aspects of this
change, please contact me. If you plan to disseminate any of the `
information regarding the original US West proposal and adjust-
ments, please also contact me. Some of the specific information
was derived from proprietary data. I would want to be advised if
any of it were used publicly.
3 Cpm SEP - 4'92
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Mr. Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
DANII'.1. R. W. Net..,ox
CIsnY.) LAII.,pN
I"kN P. HI11•I.F
Russ C. FuaetKLL
CARY. 01.111.1411 GLf 1V ItH
tin lln 11 S GOI)FRHY
MARY L. S11I.AREN
CATIt F.111Ne J CoGIrfNLY
RLITII J. Nut.Sr.V
THACY F. Korux.:\DORMER
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SARAII Ck1I•I-ISN MAUIVON
RQUI.RT D MAItr.R
DAVIII H .J01111sO-1
RE: Special Assessment for Railroad Crossing
Safety Signals and Gates
Dear Frank:
Or (;OtN"V.L
Juio; R CARRULL
JAM:..s D. U) sux
Hnl KUT M. SHARI:
Aacwnma) SI•r.NceH
Cllikt F:S S. Ret.1.ows
li.1RD B Ixw;s
JAMns 1.111'.-,T
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tone 10)n
As per your request, we have researched whether the City,
Could a� ly _ eco a�a+SS�CCR1P71f C fnr + ho r nct _nf "i l rnari c-rossi nC]
safety signals and gates.
Minn. Stat. § 429.021 lists the improvements for which a city
can make special assessments. Unfortunately, railroad crossing
_safety signals and gates are not S=PA-Jfic-ally inclucledamnn9
them. Further, we conclude the city cannot include crossing
sa etv si na s witnin tHe is jmornvPmPn
"street lighting systems and special lighting systems".
In the case of Peterson v. City of Elk River, 312 N.W.2d 243, -
245 (Minn. 1981), the Minnesota Supreme Court specifically held,
although reluctantly, "that since railroad crossing safety signals
are not mentioned as an authorized improvement in section 429-.021,
their cost may not be assessed".
Therefore, the Cit an assess the cost of railroad
crossing signals and gates to benefitted property owners. other,
ciM SEP - 4'92
FPCIM BE -T FLNIIAGNII
Mr. Frank Boyles
August 20, 1992
Page 2
09.04.1?92* 1a:__ 110. 16 P.
we will have to continue to search for another resolution to the
train whistle issue.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or comments
you may have.
Very truly yours,
OAe 1" le�r , Jr.
RLM/jah/1654P
CIM SEP - 4 9
September 4, 1992
Mr. Bob Russek
14435 - 47th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55446
CIN OF
PLYMOUTFF
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC CONTROLS AT 47TH AVENUE NORTH AND HARBOR
LANE
Dear Mr. Russek:
At their June 15 Council meeting, the City Council authorized the striping of the 47th
Avenue/Harbor Lane intersection to encourage appropriate turning movements. They
also directed that the Public Safety Department conduct periodic radar patrols for the
next 60 days.
Both the radar patrols and striping have been completed. Attached are copies of the
reports which the Council has received. The reports indicate that 90 percent or more of
the traffic speeds are within the posted speed limit. These materials have been shared
with the City Council for information purposes. Please share this information with
your neighbors.
We are pleased that these actions have had positive results.
If you have any questions on this matter, please let me know. My phone number is
550-5013.
Sincerely,
Frank Boyles
Acting City Manager
CIM SEP - 4'92
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
September 4, 1992
Mr. Paul Wessel
14500 - 47th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55446
CIN OF
PLYMOUTF+
SUBJECT: TRAFFIC CONTROLS AT 47TH AVENUE NORTH AND HARBOR
LANE
Dear Mr. Wessel:
At their June 15 Council meeting, the City Council authorized the striping of the 47th
Avenue/Harbor Lane intersection to encourage appropriate turning movements. They
also directed that the Public Safety Department conduct periodic radar patrols for the
next 60 days.
Both the radar patrols and striping have been completed. Attached are copies of the
reports which the Council has received. The reports indicate that 90 percent or more of
the traffic speeds are within the posted speed limit. These materials have been shared
with the City Council for information purposes. Please share this information with
your neighbors.
We are pleased that these actions have had positive results.
If you have any questions on this matter, please let me know. My phone number is
550-5013.
Sincerely,
Frank Boyles
Acting City Manager
CIM SEP - 4'92
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: August 31, 1992
TO: Lt. Paulson
FROM: Sgt. L. Holzerland
SUBJECT: SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
S.E.A. #92-10 47th. and Harbor In. (Summary #5)
The final one hour stationary radar assignment has 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.
MPH
20/Less
20/25
26/30
31135
36/40
41145
46/50
51155
08-31-92 PM
Vehicles
03
25
09
00
00
00
00
00
SUMMARY:
20/Less
20/25
26/30
1/35
36/40
41/45
46/50
51/55
Vehicles:
03
25
09
00
00
00
00
00 = 37
Percentage:
.08
.68
.24
.00
.00
.00
.00
.00 = 100
VIOLATIONS-
Tags
issued:
00
war
inns:
00
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01;
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.
MPH 20/Less 20/25 26/30 31135 36/40 41145 46/50 61155
08-03-92 AM
Vehicles : 01 08 02. 01' 00 00 00 00
08-11-92 AM
Vehicles 00 11 18 04 00 00 00 00
SUMMARY: 20/Less 20/25 26/30 1/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
Vehicles: 01 19 20 05 00 00 00 00 = 45
Percentage: .02 .42 .45 .11 .00 .00 .00 .00 = 100
VIOLATIONS- Tags issued: 00
Warnings: 00
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: August 3, 1992
TO: Lt. Paulson
FROM: Sgt. L. Holzerland
SUBJECT: SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
S.E.A. #92-10 47th. and Harbor ln. (Summary #3) -
Three 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.
MPH 20/Less 20/25 26/30
07-27-92 AM
Vehicles : 03 11 15
07-24-92 AM
Vehicles 03 13 19
08-01-92 AM
Vehicles 04 12 09
SUMMARY: 20/Less 20/25 26/30
Vehicles: 10 36 .43
Percentage: .11 .40 .47
VIOLATIONS-
Wari
31135
36/40
41145
46/50
51155
01
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
01
00
00
00
00
31/35
36/40
41/45
46/50
51/55
02
00
00
00
00 = 91
.02
.00
.00
.00
.00 = 100
Tags
issued:
00
wings:
01
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: July 16, 1992
TO: Lieutenant Paulson
FROM: Sergeant L. Holzerland
SUBJECT: SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
S.E.A. #92-10 47TH AND HARBOR LANE (SUMMARY #2)
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.
NPH 20/Less 20/25 26/30
07-09-92 AM
Vehicles: 01 13 17
07-13-92 AM
Vehicles: 01 19 26
NPH 20/Less 20/25
26/30
Vehicles: 02 32
43
Percentage:.02 .39
.53
VIOLATIONS -
Tags i
31/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
02 00
05 00
00
00
00
00
00
00
31/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
05 00 00 00 00 = 82
.06 00 00 00 00 = 100
;ued: 00 Warnings: 01
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MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: July 3, 1992
TO: Lieutenant Paulson
FROM: Sergeant L. Holzerland
SUBJECT: SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
S.E.A. #92-10 47TH AND HARBOR LANE (SUMMARY #1)
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.
AFI 20/Less 20/25 26/30
06-23-92 AM
Vehicles: 05 17 07
06-30-92 AM
Vehicles: 16 13 14
AM 20/Less 20/25 26/30
Vehicles: 21 30 21
Percentage :. 28 .41 .28
VIOLATIONS - Tags i
131/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
02
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
00
31/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
02 00 00 00 00
.03 00 00 00 00
sued: 00 Warnings: 00
MEMO
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: June 12, 1992
TO: Lt. Paulson
FROM: Sgt. L. Holzerland
SUBJECT: SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT
S.E.A. #92-8 47th. Ave. and Harbor in.
'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.
MPH 20/Less 20/25 26/30
06-10-92 PM
Vehicles : 12 09 06
06-11-92 PM
Vehicles : 00 04 24
SUMMARY: 20/Less 20/25 26/30
Vehicles: 12 13 30
Percentage: .19 .21 .48
VIOLATIONS- Tags is
i
31135 36/40 41145 46/50 51155
04 01 00 00 00
02 00 00 00 00
31/35 36/40 41/45 46/50 51/55
06 01 00 00 00 = 62
.10 .02 .00 .00 .00 = 100
sued: 05 Warnings: 00
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August 20, 1992
'Minnesota Pollution Control Agency`
Celebrating our 25th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of the Clean Water Act
Mr. Dick Gibson
Wagner Spray Technology
1770 Fernbrook Lane
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mr. Gibson:
RE: Petroleum Storage Tank Release Investigation and Corrective Action
Site: Wagner Spray Technology, 1770 Verbrook Lane, Plymouth
Site ID#: LEAK00005508
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) has received notification that a
release of petroleum has occurred from storage tank facilities which you own
and/or operate.
Federal and state laws require that persons legally responsible for storage
tank releases notify the MPCA of the release, investigate the extent of the
release and take actions needed to ensure that the release is cleaned up. A
person is generally considered legally responsible for a tank release if the
person owned or operated the tank either during or.after the release.
We are aware that an initial investigation of the site has occurred and
petroleum contaminated soil and/or ground water has been identified. The MPCA
staff is therefore requesting you to take the necessary steps to investigate
and clean up the release in accordance with the enclosed MPCA technical .
documents. If you have not already done so, we recommend that you hire a
q»alified consulting firm who has experience in conducting petroleum release
site investigations and taking corrective actions. The MPCA requires that the
site investigation fully define the extent and magnitude.of the soil and/or
ground water contamination caused by the release. We reserve the right to
reject proposed corrective actions if the requirements of the site
investigation have not been fulfilled. In addition, you must notify the MPCA
within 24 hours if you discover free-floating petroleum product on the surface
of the ground water.
If you do perform the requested work, the state may reimburse you for a major
portion of your costs. The Petroleum Tank Release Cleanup Act establishes a
fund which in certain circumstances provides partial reimbursement for
petroleum tank release cleanup costs. This fund is administered by the Petro
Board. More specific eligibility rules are available from the Petro Board
(612/297-1119 or 612/297-4203)..
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Fn,ial onnortunity Emolover• Printed on Remled PaDer
Mr. Gibson
Aaiust 20, 1992
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If you do not respond within 30 days, MPCA staff will assume you do not intend
to comply with this request. In this event, the MPCA Commissioner may order
you to take corrective action at the site. If you do not comply with the
Commissioner's order, it may be enforced in court or, alternatively, the MPCA
could spend its own money cleaning up the release and then seek to recover its
costs from you or other responsible persons through legal action. Failure to
cooperate with the MPCA in a timely manner may also result in reduced
reimbursement from the Petro Board.
If you conclude that the release in question is not from any tank which you
have owned or operated, please notify the MPCA immediately and explain the
basis of your conclusion.
A packet of fact sheets is enclosed for your information.
For site specific questions, contact me, your site's project manager, at
612/297-8587. In addition, all future correspondence should be addressed to
me.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
Sandra Miller-Moren
Pollution Control Specialist
Tanks and Spills Section
Hazardous Waste Division
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Enclosures
cc: Laurie Rauenhorst, City Clerk, Plymouth
Lyle Robinson, Fire Chief, Plymouth
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_, Ge(zbration_,,,
August 21, 1992
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency -
Celebrating our 25th anniversary and the 20th anniversary of the Clean Water Act
Mr. Ivan Olsen
Dyna -Matic Feeding System
1700 Medina Road
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mr. Olsen:
RE: Completion of Land Application Site Soil Monitoring Requirements
Site: Dyna -Matic Feeding System, 1700 Medina Road, Plymouth
Site ID#: LEAK00001592
On December 5, 1990, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) staff issued
a letter.of approval for land application of petroleum contaminated soil from
the site referenced above. The approval letter specified'that additional
follow-up soil analysis as outlined in part III.0 of the MPCA document "Land
Application of Petroleum Contaminated Soil: Single Application Sites" (May
1991) is required at the land application site.
The MPCA staff has received and reviewed the monitoring results for soil
samples collected at the land application site on July 17, 1992. The results
indicate that the soil has been adequately treated. Therefore, no further
follow-up soil monitoring and tillage is required at the land application site.
This area may now be used for crop production if desired.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 612/297 -8580 -
Sincerely,
Chris McLain
pollution Control Specialist
Tanks and Spills Section
Hazardous Waste Division
CM:np
cc: Laurie Rauenhorst, City Clerk, Plymouth
Greg Lie, Hennepin County, Minneapolis
Dave Russell, Braun Intertec, Mendota Heights
Thank you.
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Equal opportunity Employer • Printed on Recycled Paper
NOTES OF THE MEETING
PLYMOUTH CITY COUNCIL
AUGUST 31, 1992
The Council heard a presentation on a proposed program sponsored by the North
Suburban Regional Emergency Response Management Program. Under the program, an
Opticon Priority System would be installed at key intersections in participating{
communities. The Opticon controls are designed to provide emergency vehicles with the
ability to create an open corridor through signalized intersections. The total cost of the
project in Plymouth would be $219,700. The Council authorized participation with seven
neighboring communities to refine the proposed project and seek funding sources which
would cover between 80-100 percent. Funding for the project is a Council concern given
the existing budget shortfall.
2. An MPUD Concept Plan, Preliminary Plat/Plan, and Conditional Use Permit was
approved for Eugene Forbragd and Martin Harstad for 87 single family detached units, 62
duplex and triplex unites and a 25.7 acre office site at the northwest corner of Vicksburg
Lane and Highway 55. The Council will permit the developer to construction Phase IA of
the project consisting of 10 lots along Weston Lane prior to the construction of County
Road 9.
3. A Preliminary Plat and Variances were approved for Lundgren Bros. Construction for 50
single family lots and one outlot on 20 acres located northwest of the intersection of
Vicksburg Lane and 46th Avenue North.
4. The name "South Shore Park" was selected as the name for the new 10th Avenue Park.
The Council also designated 33 ice rink locations throughout the City for 1992-93.
5. Stop sign installations were authorized on Evergreen Lane at Sunset Trail, on 43rd Avenue
at Fernbrook Lane, on 26th Avenue at Ranchview Lane, and on Nathan Lane at 51st
Avenue.
6. An agreement was approved for the installation of a traffic signal on County Road 101 at
14th Avenue. The City's estimated proportionate cost is $65,667. Installation if expected
this year.
7. The request of TOLD Development for a preliminary plat, site plan, and conditional use
permit to allow a PDQ convenience/gas store at the northeast corner of Fernbrook Lane
and County Road 6 was denied. Many neighbors from the area spoke against the proposed
use and indicated they would favor a light industrial or manufacturing use over a retail use
at this location.
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8. The Council amended the Zoning Ordinance to permit residential shelters in places of
worship in all residential zones. Interfaith Hospitality Network previously approached the
City Council about a concept involving the use of churches for overnight accommodation
of homeless families on a periodic basis. At that time, residential shelters were relegated
to the R-4 Zoning District, with a Conditional Use Permit, and the Planning Commission
was directed to study the issue. As adopted, a place of worship can now be used for
residential shelter purposes for non consecutive periods of one week or less for up to six
times per calendar year.
9. The firm of Walker Management, Inc., was selected as the consultant to the HRA for the
development of a senior housing project. Walker will do development coordination,
marketing, and project management upon terms agreed to in a contract with the HRA.
Walker was selected from a field of 11 applicants, largely due to their experience with
similar projects.
10. The Council authorized placing the Charter question on the November 3 general election
ballot. The Charter Commission has recommended a draft charter on a 14-1 vote. State
law requires that upon receipt of the approved draft charter, the Council shall place the
question on the next general election ballot or conduct a special election within six months.
11. As a budget cutting measure, the Council voted to discontinue 19.93 membership in the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities (AMM). The City's memberships in the
League of Minnesota Cities (LMC) and Municipal Legislative Commission QvELC) were
approved for the upcoming year.
12. The Council discontinued life insurance coverage for the mayor and city councilmembers.
13. The Council directed staff to retain the existing competitive bidding policy. The state law
was recently amended to allow purchases of $25,000 or less without competitive bidding.
However, the Council voted to retain the City's current ceiling of $15,000.
14. The Council directed the City Attorney to review the State Auditor's letter with respect to
the contract and severance agreement between the City Council and the former City
Manager and to prepare a response.
"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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NOTES
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/PLYMOUTH CIVIC LEAGUE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
August 31, 1992
Present: Mayor Bergman, Councilmembers Edson, Vasiliou, Tierney, Helliwell,
Plymouth Civic League Board members Barbara Willis, Roger Jankowski,
Sandy Adolfson, Kevin Hanson, Tom Johnson, City staff - Frank Boyles
Barbara Willis indicated that the Music in Plymouth has been an annual community
event which has grown in stature and quality over the last 20 years. She asked first
that the City Council authorize the second half payment, $4,500, of the 1992 City
contribution. Councihmembers concurred that this payment should be made as quickly
as possible.
Councilmember Helliwell questioned whether all publicity needed to be approved by
the City Council. She asked who requested that the City Council approve all publicity.
Councilmember Edson stated that as CCR, he advised the Civic League that since the
City contribution is substantial in cash and "in kind" services, that the City wanted to
have a bigger billing than it had received in the past.
Councilmember Helliwell stated she did not remember formal City Council action on
this subject. She remembers seeing a sign board that indicated as sponsors, the City of
Plymouth and PCL. Her problem is that PCL is not recognized by the public whereas,
the Plymouth Civic League is.
Councilmember Edson stated he had no problem with volunteers getting credit, but
indicated that there would be a major problem in completing the event without the
City's assistance.
Sandy Adolfson asked how much billing does the City have to have? Does the program
have to have a paragraph about the City? Whatever the City needs, just tell the board
and they'll do their -best to meet those needs.
Board members expressed concern as a timing matter, it is difficult to have to wait for
the next Council meeting to get approval on copy.
Mayor Bergman stated that it may be appropriate to use 1992 publicity as a model.
PCL board members would like to have a Councilmember who is responsible for
approving any copy without having to have the delays associated with checking matters
with the entire Council.
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NOTES - JOINT CITY COUNCIL/PLYMOUTH CIVIC LEAGUE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS MEETING
August 31, 1992
Page 2
Councilmember Edson stated the bottom line is equal billing for the City with the Civic
League. He is not interested in micromanaging.
Councilmember Tierney stated she is confused regarding the City's reason for
proofreading PCL materials. She understands that the timeline is always crucial for.
volunteers. There shouldn't be any extra steps.
Councihmember Edson agreed. He didn't want to proofread anything, just retain a
level of awareness.
Councilmember Helliwell asked whether the Council's representative can approve
copy. Councilmembers Vasiliou, Bergman, Tierney, and Edson stated that that
individual could do so.
Civic League board members indicated that this year's publicity items can be standards
for the future. Councilmember Vasiliou stated that the IRS may revise its guidelines to
make corporate contributing less likely. She stated that if standards are followed, the
City Councilmember representative to the PCL Board should be able to approve the
PR.
PCL members confirmed that Target's advertising is handled through their own
department.
PCL members confirmed that they would like to receive an increase if possible in the
1993 budget.
Councilmember Vasiliou asked about what happened with the rain out. PCL member
stated that the cost of each event is $30,000, except this year - $40,000. $20,000 is
normally associated with the orchestra. There have been savings which have occurred
because of the rain outs. This has left the PCL with a positive cash balance.
Additional costs this year included $7,000 for site work. If things continue as is, the
PCL would be looking at a deficit.
Councilmember Vasiliou asked about the possibility of having a wider variety of music.
She had been told that other cities save money by having groups other than the
Minnesota Orchestra. PCL members stated that the Minnesota Orchestra is "Music in
Plymouth."
Councilmember Vasiliou stated that it was her understanding that other programs have
been allowed to pick their own music. Barbara Willis stated that this is not accurate.
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NOTES - JOINT CITY COUNCIL/PLYMOUTH CIVIC LEAGUE BOARD
OF DIRECTORS MEETING
August 31, 1992
Page 3
Plymouth is included in the "Symphony of the Cities Program." There are a certain
number of pieces which the orchestra allows to be chosen.
Councilmember Vasiliou asked about the site. The general reaction was that it was
good, but needed a few improvements. It would have been nice to have a showmobile
to elevate the orchestra. y
PCL continues to have a cash balance available to contribute to Fire and Ice, but can't
keep on doing this without corporate contributions. They were off by $5,000 this year.
Councilmember Helliwell asked when fundraising takes place. Board members stated
that this occurs year around.
Mayor Bergman stated that he would support the same contribution to the PCL as last
year.
Councilmember Helliwell was confirmed as City Council representative and will be
advised of the meetings which take place on the second Tuesday of each month at the
Radisson Conference Center.
The meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m.
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THE LEAGUE
OF WOMEN VOTERS ,
WAYZATA/PLYMOUTH AREA
August 31. 1992
Dear Frank Boyles,
On behalf of the League of Women Voters of the
Wayzata -Plymouth Area I would like to thank the City of
Plymouth for the help we received in producing the
Candidates's Meeting on September 25th.
We appreciate the use of the City Council chambers and the
camera crew for taping. Helen La Fave and Val Krisko were
so helRful to me in taking care of the t was a
pleasure to work with them.
It would be difficult for us to perform this important
service to the community without your support.
Thanks again,
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CITY OF
PLYMOUTH -
August 27, 1992
Officer Karen Forslund
Plymouth Police Department
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
SUBJECT: LETTER OF RECOGNITION
Dear Karen:
This letter is presented to you in recognition of your noteworthy
efforts in the -area of crime prevention.
In May of this year you were given the opportunity and 'the
challenge to organize and conduct Plymouth's first National Night
Out (NNO) celebration. You enthusiastically welcomed this -
assignment and immediately began planning for the August 4th
event. You met with other departments for ideas and wrote for
materials from the National Association of Town Watches (NATW),
at the same time registering Plymouth for possible national
awards. "
You sent letters to all of our homeowner associations and
apartment complexes seeking participation, ideas and volunteer
help. You held several night meetings with these same groups.
You advertised the
event in newspapers, on cable
TV, the City
newsletter and with announcements during Music
in Plymouth.
Plymouth's churches carried
the message in
their Sunday
bulletins, posters
were placed
in business establishments and a
portable billboard
was used
on major traffic
routes. You
convinced Domino's
to offer
reduced priced pizza to groups
observing NNO.
You recruited members of the Fire Department, police officers,
Reserves, Explorers and City Councilmembers, and coordinated
their visits to participating neighborhood groups. The response
from the public was extremely positive.
Finally, you documented Plymouth's National Night Out for review
by the NATW Award Committee.
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
Officer Karen Forslund
August 27, 1992
Page 2
Your efforts in coordinating Plymouth's first National Night Out
are appreciated and demonstrate our commitment to positive
community relations. This program emphasizes our cooperative
efforts with the citizens of Plymouth to reduce crime.
Thank you!
Sinc ely,
hief raig er e
Publi Safety Director
CCG/sb
cc: Frank Boyles - Acting City Manager
Personnel File
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Voice Mail Message to Frank Boyles, 8-28-92, 2:52 p.m.
I wanted to speak to you personally to tell you about your kind information center, I
guess you would call it. When I lived in Minneapolis I was looking for an apartment
in this direction, and I talked to a young lady by the name of Val. And she was so
generous with her information and so spontaneous. She was just like a welcome club
all in herself. She just made me feel so important, like your message is offering me to
be important enough to leave my message in other words. I just wanted to compliment
you on your employee, on Val. Because of her, I moved over to Plymouth Oaks
Apartments. And by the way, my name is Delores Mann. I used to be an outdoor
writer, a columnist, but she is so exceptionally talented at greeting people and getting
them to understand all about Plymouth. Not only that, but she helped me with my
upcoming problems with the election. She told me that she could help me with an
absentee ballot and everything about my voting, because I am legally blind. She said
she would help me in any way she could, or that this office could help me. I just
wanted you to know that you have a wonderful, wonderful young lady there working
for you, and I found her to be so exceptional. I thank you for that. When it comes
time for election, by the way she sent me all the materials including the registration
card and things like that, and she said she would even help me with those. So I'm
looking forward to talking to her again. Thank you so very kindly. My number is
545-8008, and I live at 227 in the Plymouth Oaks Apartments, and I give the credit to
all of that to Val and the hospitality your area has shown me so far. Thank you. Bye,
bye.
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August
August 25, 1992
Representative Warren Limmer , CITY O�
District 48A PLYMOUTH -
Room 301, State Office Building
St. Paul, MN 55155
SUBJECT: URBAN GEESE CONTROL
Dear Representative Limmer:
The proliferation of geese flocks in the twin city metropolitan area is becoming a growing
problem. Some years ago this issue was considered a "laugher" by many government officials.
Now, owing to a number of telephone calls we receive daily from irate residents, the issue is
anything but funny.
Residents call us regularly describing how their property has been soiled by geese droppings.
Similarly, geese have caused public safety and health problems in city parks and beaches.
The State Department of Natural Resources apparently has no resources or statutory basis for
assisting us in resolving this problem. We find that while there is an urban hunting season, it
makes little sense to allow the discharge of firearms adjacent to urbanized land.
Cities have pursued other options as well. Over the last three years the City of Plymouth has
participated in geese transmigration programs. For $12,000 over a three year period Plymouth
"exported" hundreds of geese. Unfortunately, many communities were not participating when
our project began. The bottom line is that the number of geese continued to escalate. We have
discontinued the program since it is ineffective.
This problem deserves metropolitan -wide action. We encourage you to initiate legislation
which would provide the financial wherewithal on a metropolitan -wide basis to permanently
control the geese population. If there is anything we can do to assist, be sure to ask. Thanks
in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Kim M. Bergman John Edson Carole Helliwell
MayorCouncilmember Councilmember
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Joy Tierney Marla Vasiliou
Councilmember Councilmember
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
September 3, 1992 C� C
PUMOUTR
Mr. Roger Peterson
Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities
3490 Lexington Avenue North
St. Paul, MN 55126
SUBJECT: GEESE CONTROL
Dear Roger:
Attached is a letter signed by the Plymouth City Council which sets forth their: concerns
about inadequate geese control in the metropolitan area. In many communities,
including Plymouth, the problem seems to be getting nothing but worse. Destruction
of public and private property continues, as does the potential for public safety and
public health hazards.
We believe that a metropolitan -wide legislative solution is the only effective means of
bringing the geese problem under control. The City of Plymouth requests that the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities include a legislative policy with respect to
geese control. A draft policy is attached for consideration.
VN
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City Manager
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C11Y OF
September 3, 1992 PLYMOUTR
Mr. Vern Peterson
Executive Director
Association of Metropolitan
Municipalities
3490 Lexington Avenue North
St. Paul, MN 55126
SUBJECT: + 1993 MEMBERSHIP
Dear . v eterson. v G vt�;
At their August 31 meeting, the Plymouth City Council decided to drop its membership
from the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities commencing in January 1993.
The Council's decision was not intended as a negative commentary with respect to the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities, but instead, an effort to reduce existing city
membership costs. Feel free to call me at 550-5013 if you have any questions. We
have appreciated our long and productive relationship with the Association of
Metropolitan Munic* ities.
Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
Tony L. Chen 5605 Lawndale Lane Plymouth MN 55446
Tel 425-2146 at work
Sept. 1 1992
Mr. Robert Meller
Plymouth City Attorney
3500 IDS Center
Mpls. MN 55402
Re: Citation no. 392-047013-9,.
Animal at large, fence repair
City Code 915.13.
Dear Meller :
CJ�
Proposed Agreement to dismiss the above mentioned case for you and
Judge's approval :
1. Lack of subject Matter Jurisdiction.
The M.S. 344. specifically prohibit City from bringing a citation
against Chen in district court relating to the agricultural fence issue.
2. Pursuant to City Council Resolution on Aug.31,1992, designated Council
member Joy Tiermey as a " Fence Viewer" to arbitrate this fence matter.
M.S. 344.01, 344.02.
No party shall , during the hearing of any fence matter, prosecute or
commence any action, or proceeding against any other party touching
any of the fence matters. The Fence Viewer's hearing will set a schedule
and City can not complain about the fence case against Chen
in district court.
3. This District Court should not interfere with the Fence Viewer's
proceedings.
The Minnesota Supreme Court also recongnized that one court should not
interfere when another court has exercised jurisdiction.
The court noted :
Choas in the administration of justice would indeed result if a court were
permitted to attact collaterally by summary order in one action the
validity of process in a different and seperate action over which the court
of another county has already taken and exercised jurisdiction.
Jensen v. Murray, 250 Minn. 568,571,85 nw 2d 825,8275--(1957)
Sincerely,
To L. Chen
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September 2, 1992 PLYMOUTR
Tony Chen
5605 Lawndale Lane
Plymouth, MN 55446
Dear Mr. Chen:
At their August 31 meeting, the City Council appointed Councilmember Joy Tierney as
a Fence Viewer pursuant to your request and Minnesota Statutes 344. Under the
statutes, you are required to submit a deposit to the City of Plymouth in the amount of
$60.
Upon receipt of that deposit, we will notify all parties of the date upon which the fence
viewing will take place. You will be charged $15 per day, or any portion thereof,
which Councilmember Tierney engages in fence viewing activities. Any portion of the
$60 deposit which is unused will be returned to you.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Acting City Manager
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CITY OF
PUMOU R
September 3, 1992
Elmer and Charlotte Knutson
5620 Ranier Lane
Plymouth, MN 55446
Dear Mr. and Ms. Knutson:
At their August 31 meeting, the City Council appointed Councilmember Joy Tierney as
Fence Viewer as requested by Mr. Tony Chen. Mr. Chen must now deposit $60 with
the City to cover the costs associated with the responsibilities of the Fence Viewer.
Once we have received this deposit, Councilmember Tierney will arrange a date and
time to conduct the fence viewing. You will receive written notice of that date and
time in order that you can be present. Please call me at 550-5013 if you have any
questions.
Frank Wes
Acting City Manager
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CIN OF
PLYMOU'fR
September 3, 1992
William and Betty Baer
5540 Ranier Lane
Plymouth, MN 55446
SUBJECT: DESIGNATION OF FENCE VIEWER
Dear Mr. and Ms. Baer:
At their August 31 meeting, the City Council appointed Councilmember Joy Tierney as
Fence Viewer as requested by Mr. Tony Chen. Mr. Chen must now deposit $60 with
the City to cover the costs associated with the responsibilities of the Fence Viewer.
Once we have received this deposit, Councilmember Tierney will arrange a date and
time to conduct the fence viewing. You will receive written notice of that date and
time in order that you can be present. Please call me at 550-5013 if you have any
questions. 1
Frank to Yes
Acting City Manager
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CITY OF
PLYMOUTH -
September 3, 1992
Gary and Christine Capone
5640 Troy Lane
Plymouth, MN 55446
SUBJECT: DESIGNATION OF FENCE VIEWER
Dear Mr. and Ms. Capone:
At their August 31 meeting, the City Council appointed Councilmember Joy Tierney as
Fence Viewer as requested by Mr. Tony Chen. Mr. Chen must now deposit $60 with
the City to cover the costs associated with the responsibilities. of the Fence Viewer.
Once we have received this deposit, Councilmember Tierney will arrange a date and
time to conduct the fence viewing. You will receive written notice of that date and
time in order thatyon} can be present. Please call me at 550-5013 if you have any
questions. ,
Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
September 3, 1992
James & Kristin Grimes
5705 Lawndale Lane
Plymouth, MN 55446
SUBJECT: DESIGNATION OF FENCE VIEWER
Dear Mr. and Ms. Grimes:
At their August 31 meeting, the City Council appointed Councilmember Joy Tierney as
Fence Viewer as requested by Mr. Tony Chen. Mr. Chen must now deposit $60 with
the City to cover the costs associated with the responsibilities -of the Fence Viewer.
Once we have received this deposit, Councilmember Tierney will arrange a date and
time to conduct the fence viewing. You will receive written notice of that date and
time in order that you be present. Please call me at 550-5013 if you have any
questions.
Sincerely '
Frank le
Acting Manager
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BOB LONG
Couneilmember
August 31, 1992
Dear Mayor:
CITY OF ►SAINT PAUL
OFFICE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
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As a local elected official responsible for delivering essential services to your constituents,
I am sure you are concerned about the continuing attacks on the property tax relief funds
in the Local Government Trust Fund. These attacks threaten to force local governments
to either drastically cut services or dramatically increase property taxes. If your constituents
are anything like mine you will agree that neither of these options will be acceptable.
We need to act now to protect the Local Government Trust Fund from the reductions or
elimination that will be proposed in the 1993 legislative session. The most effective way to
do this is through a constitutional amendment dedicating 2 cents of the sales tax to property
tax relief. These funds would be used to create a new Property Taxpayers' Trust Fund
which would guarantee that the property tax relief funds originally sent to the Local
Government Trust Fund would be used for property tax relief as was originally promised
by the Governor and the Legislature. With the 1992 legislative campaigns getting into full
swing and candidates from both parries looking for support, this is the year to get legislative
commitments for a Constitutional Amendment.
I am enclosing a sample resolution similar to one passed recently by the Saint Paul City
Council and several other city councils around the state. The resolution calls for a
Constitutional Amendment dedicating funding to a new Property Taxpayers' Trust Fund and
requesting the League of Minnesota Cities to make such an Amendment one of their
priorities in 1993. I am asking that your City Council consider passing a similar Resolution
during the next month so that we can begin talking with legislators. In addition to sending
a copy of your Resolution to the League, please also send me a copy so we can keep track
of which cities have acted.
Cities need a stable source of revenue not dependent on the property tax and not subject
to the political debate between the Governor and the Legislature that seems to go on every
year. Now that the sales tax has been raised to 6 1/2 percent and that sales tax is now
applied to local government purchases all in the name of saving property tax relief
programs, we must act to ensure that such property tax relief does in fact come to property
taxpayers from a new Property Taxpayers' Trust Fund.
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CITY HALL SEVENTH FLOOR SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 55102 612/298-4473
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Printed an Recycled Paper
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In addition, I am enclosing three other items for your use and information: 1) a petition
for the Minnesota Property Taxpayers' Association (please get signatures and return to me);
2) a list of cities who have passed the resolution; and 3) a list of legislators who authored
bills supporting a constitutional amendment during the 1992 Legislative Session.
Thank you for your consideration of the Resolution. If you have any questions, please call
me at 298-4473.
Best regards,
BOBZO C
Councilmember
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Referred To
Council File # =- \3
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RESOLUTION
CITY OF , MINNESOTA
Committee: Date
1 Resolution Concerning a Constitutional Amendment
2 to Create a New Property Taxpayers'
3 Trust Fund in Minnesota
T WHEREAS, the State of Minnesota enacted a 3% State sales tax in 1967 with the promise to voters
5 that the money would be returned to them in the in the form of lower property tax relief for property
6 tax payers; and
7 WHEREAS, in 1991 the Governor and State Legislature approved the addition of a k% increase in
8 the State sales tax, raising it from 6% to 6k% with 2e dedicated to fund the Local Government Trust
9 Fund which was created to continue the State's commitment to local property tax relief, and
10 'WHEREAS, in 1992, the Governor and State Legislature extended the 6�% sales tax to local
11 government purchases with the promise of continued property tax relief through the Local
12 Government Trust Fund; and
13 WHEREAS, each year local governments are forced to combat continued attempts to reduce the
14 levels of State revenue dedicated to local property tax relief through cuts in programs such as Local
15 Government Aid; and
16 WHEREAS, it is anticipated that the State will face another budget deficit in 1993, malting cuts in
17 local property tax relief programs tempting ways to solve the State's budget problems; and
18 WHEREAS, Governor Carlson has already publicly announced that he will concentrate on eliminating
19 local property tax relief programs during the upcoming legislative session; and -
20 WHEREAS, the League of Minnesota Cities and the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities have
21 taken positions supporting a constitutional amendment dedicating 2e of each 6W collected from the
22 State sales tax to the Local'Government Trust Fund if such dedication cannot be assured statutorily;
23 now, therefore, be it
24 RESOLVED, that the City of calls upon the State Legislature to support a
25 constitutional amendment dedicating 2e of each 6W collected by the State sales tax to a new Property
26 Taxpayers' Trust Fund, to guarantee continued property tax relief from the current Local Government
27 Trust Fund; and be it further
28 RESOLVED, that the City of strongly urges that the League of Minnesota Cities and the
29 Association of Metropolitan Municipalities make one of their 1993 priorities support for a
30 constitutional amendment dedicating 2e of each 6ke collected by the State sales tax to a new Property
31 Taxpayers' Trust Fund; and be it further
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RESOLVED, that the City requests that the League of Minnesota Cities begin coordinating a series of
state-wide 'Truth in Taxation" meetings with property taxpayers, to be held this fall, to educate the
public and candidates for State elected offices on the issues regarding the need for a constitutional
amendment dedicating 2e of each 6ke collected by the State sales tax a new Property Tax?ayers' Trust
Fund to protect local property tax relief funds from budget cuts during the 1993 Legislative Session.
Adopted by Council: Date
Adoption Certified by Council Secretary
By:
Approved by Mayor: Date
By:
Requested by Department of:
By: '
Form Approved by city Attorney
By:
Approved by Mayor for Submission to
Council
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Yeas
Nays
Absent
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Adopted by Council: Date
Adoption Certified by Council Secretary
By:
Approved by Mayor: Date
By:
Requested by Department of:
By: '
Form Approved by city Attorney
By:
Approved by Mayor for Submission to
Council
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August 28, 1992
CITIES ADOPTING RESOLUTION SUPPORTING CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT
DEDICATING 2 CENTS OF STATE SALES TAR FOR PROPERTY TAR RELIEF
CITY (population)
BUHL (915)
CRYSTAL (23,788).
FAIRFAX (1,276)
FAIRMONT (11,265)
FALCON HEIGHTS (5,380)
GRAND MARAIS (1,171)
KEEWATIN (1,118)
MANKATO (31,477)
MINNEAPOLIS- IGR Cmte. unanimously
(368,383) recommended Resolution
MOORHEAD (32,295)
NORTH SAINT PAUL (12,376)
SAINT CLOUD (48,812)
SAINT PAUL (272,235)
TWO HARBORS'(3,651)
WINNEBAGO (1,565)
WINONA (25,399)
WORTHINGTON (9.977)
DATE OF ADOPTION
July
7,
1992
July
21,
1992
July
7,
1992
Aug.
8,
1992
Aug.
12,
1992
Aug.
12,
1992
July
8,
1992
July
27,
1992
Res. scheduled to be heard
before full Council
July
20,
1992
August 3, 1992
July
20,
1992
May
26,
1992
August 24, 1992
Aug.
12,
1992
July
20,
1992
July
27,
1992
Total Population Represented .................851,083
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STATE LEGISLATORS WHO AUTHORED BILLS SUPPORTING
CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS DURING THE 1992 LEGISLATIVE SESSION
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Legislative
Legislator
Bill
District
Hometown
Anderson, Iry
HF 2289
HD 3A
International Falls
Bauerly, Jerry
HF 2290
HD 18B
Sauk Rapids
Beard, Pat
HF 2241
'HD 56B
Cottage Grove
Bertram, Jeff
HF 2405
HD 16B
Paynesville
Bettermann, Hilda
HF 2241
HD 11B
Brandon
Bodahl, Larry
HF 2292
HD 35B
Waconia
Brown, Chuck
HF 2291
HD 11A
Appleton
Dauner, Marvin
HF 2291
HD 9B
Hawley
Frederickson, D.J.
SF 2519
SD 20
Murdock
Garcia, Edwina
HF 2290
HD 40A
Richfield
Hasskamp, Kris
HF 2241
HD 13A
Crosby
Jacobs, Joel
HF 2291
HD 49B
Coon Rapids
Johnson, Bob
HF 2290
HD 4A
Bemidji
Kalis, Henry
HF 2405
HD 29B
Walters
Kelso, Becky
HF 2292
HD 36A
Shakopee
Kinkel, Tony
HF 2291
HD 4B
Park Rapids
Lasley, Harold
HF 2292
HD 19A
Cambridge
Lessard, Bob
SF 2519
SD 3
International Falls
Marian, Carlos
HF 2241
HD 65B
St. Paul
Milbert, Robert
HF 2289
HD 39B
South St. Paul
Nelson, Syd
HF 2291
HD 12A
Sebeka
Ogren, Paul
HF 2289
HD 14A
Aitken
Olson, Katy
HF 2405
HD 28B
Sherburn
Olson, Edgar
HF 2289
HD 2B
Fosston
Ostrom, Don
HF 2292
HD 23B
St. Peter
Rest, Ann
HF 2289
HD 46A
New Hope
Segal, Gloria
HF 2626
HD 44B
St. Louis Park
Solberg, Loren
HF 2405
HD 3B
Bovey
Sparby, Wally
HF 2290
HD 1B
Thief River Falls
Steensma, Andy
HF 2292
HD 27B'
Luverne
Thompson, Loren
HF 2241
HD 10A
Waubun
Wenzel, Steve
HF 2290
HD 13A
Little Falls
Winter, Ted
HF 2405
HD 28A
Fulda'
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THE MINNESOTA PROPERTY TAXPAYERS' ASSOCIATION
The Minnesota Property Taxpayers, Association is a nom -profit
organization committed to protecting the interests of
residential and commercial property taxpayers in Minnesota and
preserving the state's property tax relief programs which have
been funded since 1967 with state sales tax revenue. The
Minnesota Property Taxpayers Association supports a state
constitutional Amendment to dedicate 24 of each 6ko of sales
tax collected by the state to a new Property Taxpayers' Trust
Fund to guarantee future property tax relief payments to
Minnesotals property taxpayers.
We the undersigned do hereby become a member of the Minnesota
Property Taxpayers' Association and indicate our individual support
for a Constitutional Amendment dedicating 20 of each 6kO sales tax
collected by the state to a Property Taxpayers' Trust Fund to
protect our property tax relief payments in the future.
NAME(signature) ADDRESS PHONE
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
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PUMOUTR
Mr. Vern Reynolds
VERN REYNOLDS CONST. CO., INC.
6570 Goldenrod Lane N.
Maple Grove, MN 55369
SUBJECT: BASS LAKE TERRACE 2ND ADDITION
EROSION CONTROL
Dear Vern:
This letter is to inform, you that the City has hired a contractor to
correct erosion problems within your development. Since you have
ignored previous letters sent to you regarding this issue, the City must
now have the work done for you. Consistent with the Erosion Control
Policy, you will be invoiced for the total amount of work completed,
plus an additional 50Z penalty of this amount shall be charged for non
compliance of the Erosion Control Policy.
At this point in time, the only work the City has authorized the
contractor to undertake would include seeding and mulching of critical
areas and additional silt fence installation along the south plat line
of the 2nd Addition including the area north of the pond.
Additional items which need to be completed include sediment removal
from the pond located west of Northwest Boulevard and south of 55th
Avenue, seeding and mulching the berms currently under construction
along the west side of the plat at West Medicine Lake Boulevard, and the
reshaping of the dry ponding area so that positive drainage is created
as intended per the grading plan. These items are required to be
completed prior to September 15, 1992 or the City will authorize
additional work to be subcontracted out to have it completed for you.
Since the City- wishes to work with all developers regarding erosion
control issues, we have elected at this point in time to not draw on
your financial guarantee. However, once the City receives the invoice
from the erosion control contractor that the work has been completed,
the City will notify ,you by telephone of the dollar amount plus the 502
penalty fee. This total dollar amount must then be submitted to the
City immediately. Failure to respond within 24 hours from the date of
the telephone call will result in the City immediately cashing your
letter of credit.
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Mr. Vern Reynolds
September 1, 1992
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If you have any questions, please contact me at 550-5079.
Sincerely,
Darrell ohnson
Senior Engineering Technician
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cc: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
Daniel L. Faulkner, City Engineer
John R. Sweeney, Assistant Engineer
Dale Hahn, Finance Director
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Larry Olson - Midwest Land Surveyors and Civil Eng., Inc.
199 Coon Rapids Blvd.
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
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August 28, 1992
Myra Wicklacz
3400 Plymouth blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
SUBJECT: Your letter dated August 14th
Dear Miss. Wicklacz,
Let'me,say that I was both surprised and shocked to receive your letter
regarding an inspection of a'fence under construction on my property.First, sense there was no indication in the permit application that any
inspections would be required"or performed. Second; sense this -fence is
still under construction l question how it can,be correctly inspected to
be as it would be in its final form. I don't believe any structure under
construction'would appear to an inspector ag it does when it -is completed.
Let me also say -that the fence board material that was purchased for this
project is standard commercial dog ear cedar boards 1_x6:6'. It is also my
intent to construct the fence a.s close as possible to the approved plan
considering the circumstances.
Now sense I have taken the time td respond I do have a few questions I
hope you can answer..
The new cement curb b gutter at the corner of*my property that I was
assessed for was constructed incorrectly which allows improper drainage
and large pooling of water every time it.rains. When will this be
corrected?
The city engineer incorrectly told the plumbing contractor where to
connect the water and sewer line for my house.;This resulted in an extra
charge of $495.00 to dig two.sewer line trenches plus $195.00'for _
additional'driveway fill :sense the -first incorrect trench cut across my
drive way. When will this money be reimbursed to me?' -
When the city.charged me $363.03 for a plan cheok' it failed to check among
other things that the survey called for a five course block walkout and
the plan called for a six course block walkout.*Thelfa*ilure to -check this
and then later.identify it during constructions cost me thousands of.
dollars in corrections and alte'rat'ions -to the plan. When will this moriey-
be"'reimbursed to me
Please take the necessary action to correct your mistakes and errors of
the items listed above. It may also be appropriate to notify people in
advance of -any inspections valid or'not so that the status of a'project
can be determined before wasting the citizens of Plymouth time and,money.
Trul Concern d,
Homeow er
ec:Honorable Mayor Bergman'
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September 4, 1992
Mr. Dave Anderson
450 Harbor Lane
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Anderson:
CIN OF
PLYMOUTF+
I asked Myra Wicklacz to respond to the concerns set forth in your August 14 letter.
Attached for your information is a September 2 memorandum from Ms. Wicklacz on
this subject. I would be glad to respond to any questions you may have. i
You letter also expresses a number of other concerns which I referred to our
Engineering and Building Inspection division. Once I receive a response, I will be in
contact with you.
f
In the meantime, let me know if I can be of any assistance. My phone number is
550-5013. If I
Frank Vo3o&
Acting City Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
DATE: September 2, 1992
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TO: Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager
FROM: Myra Wicklacz, Development Services Technician through C4 E.
Dillerud, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: LETTER RECEIVED ON AUGUST 31, 1992
I'm assumfing that the letter the Mayor and I received is from a David
Anderson of 450 Harbor Lane. I too did not receive any return address. Mr.
Anderson applied for a fence permit, which was approved, to install a fence on
his property on June 15, 1992.
On June 29, 1992 a complaint was received regarding Mr. Anderson's
construction of the fence. The complainant indicated that a 6 foot high fence
was being constructed in his front yard and possibly into the public right-of-
way along 4th Avenue and Harbor Lane. The complainant also questioned why the
property owner was not required to have a railing around a deck that was also
being constructed on the property and why they were allowed to construct a
porch in the front yard area.
I indicated to the complainant that a fence permit had been approved and that
it indicated there would be no fence exceeding 3 feet in height in the front
yard (which would be setback 35 feet from the corner property lines.) I also
indicated that there.had been a permit issued for a deck but it had not been
final inspected, therefore it was my understanding that the deck was not
complete and there would eventually be a railing on the deck to meet code. I
also indicated to the complainant that based on the survey the porch that was
located on the side of the house met with all front yard setbacks per the
approved survey and building plans received by the City.
Since the complainant indicated that the fence was still also under
construction, I let them know that we would look at the fence in 30 days to
see how it was progressing.
On July 27, 1992 I received another anonymous complaint about the fence (same
as above). On July 31, 1992 Bill Tonn inspected the property and found that
the fencing in the front yard setback did not exceed 3 feet in height and it
did not appear to encroach the public right-of-way. However, he also found
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Anderson Letter
that the fencing on the north and east property lines (in the rear and side
yard) exceeded the 6 foot maximum allowable height above grade. The fence
measured from 6 feet 8 inches up to 7 feet 5 inches in height above grade in a
number of locations.
On August 14, 1992 I sent a letter to David Anderson indicating that based on
our inspection we had noted that the fence exceeded the 6 foot maximum height
from grade in a number of locations. In my letter I gave Mr. Anderson 15
calendar days from the date of the letter to correct the violation. Our staff
was scheduled to reinspect the property this week.
As with any permit or complaint regarding possible code violation, an
inspection is usually conducted to verify the existing condittions with the
Plymouth Zoning Ordinance or City Code. In this case Section 10, Subdivision
D of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance does not allow a fence to exceed 6 feet in
height from grade in the side or rear yard.
In regard to the other items that Mr. Anderson addresses in his letter I am
not personally aware of any of the items he addresses, and I feel these should
be pursued through the appropriate Departments. If you would like me to put
them on Inquiry Tracking System I will do so, otherwise I imaginer you will
pursue these with each department. I hope this answers all your questions, if
not let me know.
cc: File 33-41-0058
nu/mw/boyles
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August 28, 1992 CITO�
PLYMOUTR
Mr. Roger Williamson
18305 20th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR FOUR-WAY STOP
20TH AVENUE AND URBANDALE LANE
Dear Mr. Williamson:
On August 19 we discussed your request for a four-way stop at the intersection
of 20th Avenue and Urbandale Lane. I apologize for not getting back to you
sooner but I have recently found the traffic study I referred to and am
enclosing a copy for your information. This study was done by the firm of
Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch, Inc. (SRF) dated October 20, 1989 entitled "Peony
Lane/Urbandale Lane/C.S.A.H. 6 to 26th Avenue - Evaluation of Traffic
Operations." Prior to the study I had been in contact with representatives of
the Neighborhood Homes Association who had concerns about the traffic
operations along Urbandale Lane. The purpose of the SRF study was to address
these concerns.
As a result of this study, the recommendations as indicated on Figure 3 were
installed by City Public Works employees. Since the installation of these
warning and advisory signs until our recent conversation I have not heard of
any traffic operational problems along Urbandale Lane. I realize that there
still will be speeders along Urbandale Lane, but hopefully, the additional
signage has heightened the awareness of potential conflict points.
As you will see in the study, on Page 3 in the last paragraph, our traffic,
engineer indicates that an all -way stop could be considered at the
intersection of Urbandale Lane and 20th Avenue if circumstances dictate that
stop signs be installed "somewhere" along this roadway. It is my opinion that
circumstances have not changed since the study was completed and, in fact, are
improved with the installation of signage as recommended by the study.
As I indicated in.our recent conversation, the City Council did adopt a stop
sign policy on September 10, 1990 which I am enclosing a copy of for your
information. Since this policy was approved after the traffic study was
completed, is it your prerogative to pursue an all -way stop sign installation
via the petition process as indicated in the policy. To assist you, if you so
desire, I am enclosing a copy of the subdivision plat with a 500 foot radius
circle drawn around the intersection of Urbandale Lane and 20th Avenue. As
the policy indicates, you would need to obtain signatures from 702 of the
residents whose property lies within or touches this 500 foot radius circle.
I am also enclosing a petition form that would be acceptable.
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Mr. Roger Williamson
August 28, 1992
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I will be on vacation the week of September 1, but I would be happy to answer
any questions or provide clarification if you wish to contact me after I
return. My direct phone number is 550-5071.
Sincerely,
,j&PAA- I& '4° c�
Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E.
City Engineer
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cc: Fred G. Moore, Director of Public Works
Myra Wicklacz, Development Services Technician
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TWIN NPV E S T
C H A- M B E R OF COMMERCE
August 27, 1992
Mr. Frank Boyles
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Frank,
TwinWest, the most active Chamber in the state, is a proven leader
in Minnesota's business environment. With the active support of
more than 500 volunteer business people and the clout of over 1,250
businesses working together, we have the resources to promote an
exceptional business climate as well as build a better community.
It is because of your continued financial commitment that we are
able to lobby in your best interest on issues such as health care,
worker's compensation and property tax reform. Also, we are able
to bring in first class speakers and provide programming
opportunities for professional and personal growth which are second
to none. In addition, there are a variety of networking events
each month which give you the chance to promote and market your
business to a multitude of other businesses.
Your Chamber is a vital force
you are to be congratulated o
past year. Enclosed is your
you continue to benefit from
in all eight of the communities and
n your firm's participation over the
annual invoice so you can be assured
involvement in your Chamber.
The TwinWest Chamber appreciates your participation and thanks you
in advance for•your continued support.
sincerely,
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Business & Estate Advisers, Inc.
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Crystal, Golden Valley, Hopkins, Medicine Lake, Minnetonka, New Hope, Plymouth, St. Louis Park
August 26, 1992
To: Mr. Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouh, MN. 55447
Dear Mr. Boyles
I wish to bring to your attention that the city ordinance which sets a maximum height of grass and
weeds at 8" on land adjacent to public mads in Plymouth is being violated at the intersection of
new and old County Road 9. The area just north of the highway and just east of Polaris lane is
land which is supposed to be cut by the homeowners who border the road, but for some reason it
is not being cut. As residents in the area, we are tired of having to endure this unsightly area and
we wish to have the ordinance enforced by the city.
Thank you for looking into this!
Concerned Citizens of Plymouth.
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Mr. Ivadell Farrells
1155 Kingsview Lane N.
Plymouth, MN 55447
SUBJECT: PLYMOUTH YARD WASTE SITE
Dear Mr. Farrells:
I understand your concern about the continuation of the City providing a
site for proper yard waste disposal, and assure you that the City
Council has taken no action to close the existing site.
Plymouth has embarked on a plan in which the City would continue to
provide a site where residents could bring leaves, brush, garden waste,
lawn thatch, and spring lawn "rakings." The only part of the program to
be discontinued is that of accepting green grass clippings. Green grass
is the one component of a yard waste operation that creates foul odors.
In an effort to be a good neighbor to nearby businesses it has been
necessary to haul the grass received at the site to a farmer for
landspreading. As you may imagine, this is an expensive undertaking.
Grass clippings are the one component of a resident's yard waste that
can be easily managed at home by simply leaving the clippings on the
lawn. Homeowners also have the option of mulching or composting their
grass clippings, or of bagging them for their garbage hauler to take
away. As you point out in your letter, managing the leaves from several
mature trees is not an easy matter for a homeowner; for that reason the
City plans to continue providing a site for the tree waste along with -
the other materials I mentioned previously.
Thank you for your thoughtful letter on this matter.
Sincerely,
Kim M. Bergman
Mayor
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P.O. Box 220
Long Lake, MN 55356
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Mr. Lon Hollister
TRAUT WELLS
151 72nd Ave. S.
St. Cloud, MN 56301
Dear Lon:
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Thank you for the information which you furnished the City on Traut
Wells. In discussing your firm with other cities and also our
consulting engineer, your firm has a good reputation in the well field.
At the present time, we do not have any work underway on well
maintenance. During the early part of 1993 we will be receiving
quotations from well contractors on removing one of our existing wells
for preventive maintenance. You will be contacted and if you so choose
you can provide quotations to the City.
Also for your information the City advertised this week for the drilling
of an additional well. This will be a 30" x 24" x 18" well finished in
the Prairie-du-Chien/Jordan formations. Contractors wishing to bid on
this project must submit their proposals by 10:00 a.m. on Thursday,
September 24. You can obtain plans for the project from Bonestroo,
Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc. upon payment of a $30 deposit.
Thank you for the information on your firm. If there are any questions
with regard to the City, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
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Jim Kolstad, Public Works Superintendent
Bob Fasching, Sewer and Water Supervisor
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Robbinsdale, Mn. 5542
August 30, 1992
City Council Of Robbinsdale.
4221 Lake Road
Robbinsdale, Mn. 55422
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We reside at 4618.Chowen Ave N., on Ryan Lake, in
Robbinsdale. Our home was built in 1969, and we bought it in
February of 1985, at which time the former owner stated to us
that there had never been an occasion when the lake water
advanced so far as to threaten the building. 'A new drain system.
involving Twin and Ryan Lakes was finished in 1990. We had no
problem until May 31, 1991, when we were forced to sandbag to
hold back the lake water. Again, in September 1991, we
sandbagged, when the water had covered most of our backyard
(picture enclosed).
On the July 4, 1992, weekend, water again advanced about
halfway into our yard, but a dry period following the rains
caused the water to r.ecede•and eliminated the need to sandbag
that time.
In May 191 and Sept '91, the only help we received from the
City of Robbinsdale was free sand for our sandbags. The City
staff who checked the outlet in September claimed vandalism as
the cause of the flooding. Someone had apparently added a 3—in.
piece of plywood to the floor of the outlet, to slow the flow.
Those of us affected by the flooding visited the City
Council approximately three times, trying to present our problem
and get some answers to it. On July 7,'92, a group of residents
again visited the City Council, and asked for some action on the
problem (see enclosed list). We were told that they would
monitor the lake levels and would report back to us at the next'
Watershed Committee meeting.
I, along with my neighbors, Jo and Ralph Harmon, attended
that meeting on August 13. Certain members of the committee
stated that, since so much money had been invested in the drain
system, it should remain as they had 'improved" it.
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The Committee members from Robbinsdale (Councilman Ruffenach and
City Manager Hagen) stated tna' the Ryan Lake level had changed
as a result of the new system and they felt the Committee should
do something to restrict the flow of water. The meeting ended
with a decision to continue monitoring of the lake .levels by the
DNR.
The following questions are ones that, throughout the course
of these meetings, have not been answered to our satisfaction;
and we would like your responses 'to them:
1) According to a document received from the DNR (copy
attached), the original flood plain elevation of Twin Lakes was
856, and now is 855.1. Why was the flood plain elevation changed
on Twin Lakes and not changed accordingly (or in proportion) on
the other lakes in the chain?
2) What is the rationale for having an 81 -in. culvert for
water coming into a lake, and a 54 -in. culvert for water`going
out of a lake?
3) According to records o+ lake elevations received from
the City of Robbinsdale, it appears that, in Sept,amber '91, when
our yard was flooded, water was flowing through the 54 -in. outlet '
at a level of only about half its capacity. Should this be
considered efficient?
4) How much did the cities spend on "improving" this drain
system, and how can they justify spending anything on a system
that obviously does not work for all the people involved?
Please mail your reply to all the residents on the enclosed
list.
.Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Edward F. Wright
Helen A. Wright
cc: Shingle Creek Watershed Committee
Minnesota DNR
City of Brooklyn Center
City of Brooklyn Park
City of New Hope _
City of Crystal
City of Plymouth t/
State Senator Ember Reichgott
State Representative Lyndon Carlson
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July 13, 1992
Mr Fran Hagen
City Manager
4221 Lake Road
Robbinsdale, MN 55422
Dear f1r Hagen,
We were present at' the July 7 Council Meeting and would like to be
Nept up-to-date on the water,level problem of Ryan Lake.
Thank
You.
Jo Hanson
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