HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 05-06-1991MINUTES
REGULAR COUNCIL V2ETING
MAY 61 1991
The regular meeting of the Plymouth City Council
was called to order by Mayor Bergman at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chambers of the City Center, 3400
Plymouth Blvd., on May 6, 1991.
PRESENT: Mayor Bergman, Councilmembers
Helliwell, Ricker, Vasiliou, Zitur
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Willis, Assistant
Manager Boyles, Community Development Director
Tremere, Public Works Director Moore, Park
Director Blank, City Attorney Thomson, and City
Clerk Rauenhorst
CONSENT AGENDA
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded Consent Agenda
by Councilmember Helliwell, to approve the Item 4
Consent Agenaa.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Counailmember Zitur, seconded Minutes
by Councilmember Hel 1 iwell, to approve the Item *5
minutes of the April 22 regular council meeting
and the April 30 Boaz d of Review meeting.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Mayor Bergman opened a public hearing at 7:02
p.m. an the off -sale intoxicating liquor license
application of MGM Wine & Spirits Inc., 3900
Vinewood Lane, ttjit 1. Terry Maglich was present
on behalf of Mdt1 'LAcyuor.
No ore else apre., ', ,ind the hearing was closed
at 7:03 p.m.
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MOTION was made by Councilmember Ricker, seconded
by Councilmember Zitur, to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
91-246 APPROVING OFF -SALE INTOXICATING LIQUOR
LICENSE FOR MGM WINES & SPIRITS, INC.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Park Director Blank requested that the Council
direct staff with respect to negotiating for
acquisition of future park lands in two areas of
the City. The first site is approximately 14
acres lying immediately west of the Zachary
playfield. This site has recently been offered
for sale by the Forster family and is the lastundevelopedsiteofthissizeappropriatefor
park land use lying east of 1-494. The land
would be held :n reserve for a future park
purpose.
Director Blank stated that acquisition of this
site would protect the boundary of Zachary
Playfield and provide a buffer between the
playfield and residences to the west. He
recommended that the acquisitioninclude a trade
of the City property lying south of
9.
Councilmember Ricker asked about the estimated
acquisition price and source of funds for
acquisition. Director Blank stated there is an
adequate balance in the park dedication fund for
this purchase; however, that is a decision the
Council would make.
Councilmember vaailiou asked about the process
for acquisition. If the Council authorized staff
to pursue negotiatioas for the property, when
would the Council have the opportunitj to approve
or deny purchase? Director Blank stated the City
would negotiate for purchase and return to theCouncilwithaproposedpurchaseamountfor
Council consideration.
Mayor Bergman asked what may be proposed for
development of the situ. Director Blank stated
that is yet to be determined and development mny
not occur for many years. The land would serve
the future increased population of Plymouth.
PESO rUTION 9I-246
OFF -SALE
INTOXICATING
LIQUOR LICENSE FOR
MGM NINES &
SPIRITS INC.
Item 6-A
Park Land
Acquisition
Item 7-A
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Possibilities for development include baseball
ani soccer fields.
Director Blank explained that the second parcel
proposed for acquisition is located at tha corner
of Old County Road 9 and Dunkirk Lane and is
currently owned by U.S. Homes. This is the sitc
being considered by School District 284 as their
primary site for a new junior or senior high
school.
He suggested that it would be in the best
interest of the community to work jointly with
the school district in the planning and
development of a park/school project, but each
group would separately own their sites. He
stated that sone portions of the project could be
shared such as the parking lot, and some
facilities would •-t be replicated on both sides,
i.e. tennis courts.
Councilmember 4asiliou expressed concern about
the fairness of the City sharing facilities when,
particularly during the school day or a special
school event, citizens may not be able to use the
f.cilities or the parking lot. She asked if the
City would proceed with the project should the
school district decide not to construct a new
school in this location.
Director Blank recommended that the project not
be pursued at this time unless the school
district moves ahead with a school in this
location. He stated that this location is
identified in the Comprehensive Plan as a future
park location. If this site is not pursued,
another site will need to be identified for
acquisition.
Councilmember Zitur stated he would support
negotiating for acquisition of the first site
abutting Zachary Playfield; however, he will not
vote to acquire more pA.rk land without building
at least one of the proposed playFields -•- Bass
bake or Parkere Lake. He also will not support a
Joint park project with the school.
Director Blank etated that he believes
acquisition of these sites must take priority
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over park development, and he recommended that
the City proceed to acquire both sites. The Park
and Recreation Advisory Commission also recommend
acquisition of both sites.
David A. Anderson, 4710 Minnesota Lane,
represented the League of Plymouth Voters. He
questioned the estimated costs for acquisition of
the two proposed sites and construction costs for
the proposed Bass Lake and Parkers Lake
playfielde. He stated that he doesn't understand
where the money was going to come from to pay for
the proposed projects. He asked Councilaember
Ricker to comment.
Councilmember Ricker statod he also does not know
how the projects will be funded until the Council
votes on each project and establishes the funding
source. Money for the various projects may come
from the Park Dedication Fund and/or Sinking Fund
money going into the Permanent Improvement
Revolving (PIR) Fund.
Mr. Anderson asked Councilmember Zitur whether he
would support using PIR monies for these
projects. Councilmember Zitur stated that until
the bids are received on each project, he does
not know which projects he will support.
Mr. Anderson stated there are serious state
financial problems and he objected to the use of
PIR monies fc.r these projects. He also objected
to the Council's previous action to initiate
quick -take proceedings for acquisition of the
proposed library site. He asked that the Council
disclose the amount of the City's appraisal of
the property to be acquired, and questioned the
method for site selection.
Manager Willis stated that the appraisal is
confidential at this time pursuant to the
Minnesota Data Practices Act. He explained the
history of the site selection for the library.
Councilmember Helliwell stated the City offered
three sites to the Library Board for
consideration. They chose the site now under
quick -take proceedings for visibility and
accessibility reasons. She stated that the
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taxpayers of Plymouth deserve a library in the
community after paying $1.4 to $1.6 million each
year toward the library system, and she believes
the site is a good location for the library.
Mr. Anderson stated that people are concerned
because they do not have sufficient input and he
asked the Council to rescind the quick -take
action.
Councilmember Vasiliou stated that she and Mayor
Bergman met with County Commissioner Jude
regarding the library. He will investigate and
report back on why that particular site was
necessary from the County's perspective. She
stated that significant tax dollars will be lost
from the site if it is tax exempt. The property
should be developed to its highest and best use,
and there are other adequate locations for the
library.
MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by
Councilmember Vasiliou, to rescind the quick -take
action for the library site acquisition,and
to
share the results of the City's appraisal
the Library Board and encourage them to consider
other sites along Highway 55 with similar
visibility.
Councilmember Helliwell stated that the Library
Board has already indicated that it Wants the
site that is now under quick -take proceedings.
Mr. Anc'arson stated that Plymouth will eventually
get a Library but it doesn't have to be on that
site.
Councilmember Ricker stated that the Council
would be happy to consider anothar site, but it
must be acceptable to the County Library Board or
a library will not be constructed. The Board has
selected their desired site.
Attorney Thomson stated the appraisal data isclassifiedasconfidentialundertheData
Practices Act and recommended that the City not
disclose this information.
Library
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SUBSTITUTE MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman,
seconded by Courcilmember Vasiliou, to rescind
the quick—take action for the library site
acquisition.
Motion fai led: Vasiliou and Bergman ayes;
Helliwell, Ricke: and Zitur nays.
John Edson, 4935 Forestview Lane, stated he
served as a member of the Financial Task Force.
The Task Force conclusion was that the City was
in a good financial condition; however, he is
concerned if that will continue if the Council
proceeds with spending the PIR Fund monies. He
stated that he supports a library, but at what
cost to the City? Mr. Edson stated that Hennepin
County recently reduced the library budget by
400,000, and perhaps they will not have adequate
funds to operate the Plymouth library even if a
site is provided.
Councilmember Helliwell stated that even with the
budget reduction, the resulting library budget is
greater than the previous year.
In response to questions by Councilmember Ricker,
Mr. Edson stated the City's operating and general
fund reserves are very adequate. He also
concurred that for the last four years, the
Council has reduced the tax levy to the citizens
of the City. Mr. Edson stated that he would like
to see five years of operating costs projections
for the various projects before the Council
considers approving them.
Counci lmember Ricker stated that the Council's
vote to proceed with advertisement for bids for
the Bass Lake and Parkers Lake Playfields
included direction to staff to provide five year
operating cost estimates.
John Danielson, 17030 12th Avenue North, stated
tnat he had appeared before the Council Forum on
April 22 to express the concern of the Plymouth
Soccer Club over the tournament fees charged for
use of the playfields. He stated it is
appropriate to charge, user fees to adults, but
not to children. He asked that the Council
reconsider charging fees for use of the
playfie Ids for tournaments.
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In response to a question by Councilmember
Ricker, Mr. Danielson stated the soccer club paid
about $2,500 last year for their tournament.
Director Blank said this year'a fee would be
2,474. The fee is established by the Council
each year and was started in 1981.
Counc-ilme-mber Vasiliou questioned whether the
City should propose to build more rilayfields when
groups cannot afford to pay fees io•: using the
existing Eields .
MOTION was made by Council -member Zitur, seconded
by Councilmember Helliwell, to waive the fee for
the Plymouth Wayzata Soccer Club for 1991.
Director Blank stated he is not aware of any
other scheduled tournaments.
SUBSTITUTE MOTT.ON was made by Councilmember
Ricker, seconded by Councilmember Vasiliou, to
waive one-half the fee for the Plymouth Wayzata
Soccer Club for tha 1991 tournament.
motion carried; Ricker, Vasiliou, and Bergman
ayes; Helliwell and Zitur nays.
MOTION was made by Councilmembei Zitur, seconded
by Councilmember Helliwell, to direct the Park
and Recreation Advisory Commission and staff to
prepare a survey of similar user fees in
surrounding communities and to provide this
information and a recommendation for 1992 fees
prior to budget consideration.
Motion carried, five ayes.
Councilmember Vasiliou suggested that the group
consider additional fund raising and support from
businesses for the tournamert fees since
tournaments bring business to the community.
Carol Beach, 325 Merrimac Lane, appeared as a
member of the Park and Recreation Advisory
Conmission. She supported acquisition of both
park land sites for future use. She stated that
acquisition now may save money in future years ii
the land valuations increase.
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MOTION was made by Councilmember Ricker, seconded
by Councilmember Halliwell, to authorize staff to
proceed with negotiations for acquisition of the
parcel adjacent to Zachary Playfield, and to
direct that a report be provided on the net cost
of the acquisition, the proposed source of
funding, the projected revenues and expenditures,
and the fiscal impact of the property changing to
tax exempt status.
Motion carried, five ayes.
The Council took r.a action with respect to
acquiring the pro -posed second site at Old County
Road 9 and Dunkink Lane.
Park Director Blank presented the staff report on
a recommended amendment to the Comprehensive Park
Plan to eliminate a future neighborhood park
proposed to be located at the southwest corner of
Hollydale Golf Course. This park would be
replaced in the master plan by the Kimbarly Lane
Elementary School playground. The District has
purchased land for the school and requested
funding for their playground.
He stated it is difficult to speculate on the
future need for a neighborhood park in this
location because of the uncertain future land use
of Hollydale Golf Course. If the land remains a
golf course, the need for a neighborhood park
would be less than if the land is reguided for
low or medium density residential development.
Councilmember Vasiliou stated that the City
cannot assume the golf course property will
remain as public/semi-public. The City should
plan to serve the area should it develop as
residential.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou,
seconded by Councilmember Ricker, to not accept
the s".aff recommendation for an amendment to the
City's Comprehensive Park Plan relative to
Kimberly Lane Elementary School.
Motion carried, five ayes.
Kimberly Lane
Elementary
School -
Neighborhood Park
Item 7-H
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Park Director Blank presented the proposed 1991
Park Capital Improvement Projects as recommended
by the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission.
He described each of the proposed projects:
Redevelopment and a new playground at Shiloh
neighborhood park, replacement of playground
equipment at Gleanluch neighborhood park,
development of tennis facilities in Plymouth
Creek Park, replacement of bridges at Fazendin
Park and Four Seasons Meadowlawn, installation of
an irrigation system at the Ridgemount Playfiald,
and eight trail projects.
In response to a question by Mayor Bergman,
Director Blank stated that irrigation of the
playfields makes ti3m more usable and easier to
maintain.
Director Blank stated that Police Sergeant
Lawrence Rogers brought to the Park Department's
attention the need for a nark in the Willow Wood
neighborlLood. A city -owned site at 10th Avenue
and Southshore Drive has been identified and
proposed for development of a park to serve the
area. Currently the nearest park to Willow Wood
apartments is LaCompte Park, across Highway 55.
Lawrence Rogers, Police Sergeant, at-tt-id that
there were 136 calls for service at Willow Wood
apartments last year. Many of these -.alls were
juvenile incidents and most of the residents are
families in transition. Through the DARE
Program, it was determined that the children in
this area have no place to play. A park would be
beneficial for these families.
Councilmember Ricker commended Sergeant Rogers
for bringing this situation to the Council's
attention along with a proposed solution.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Ricker, seconded
by Councilmember Helliwell, to add a new park at
10th Avenue and Southshoru Drive to the proposed
1991 Park Capital Improvemenr Projects.
Motion csrried, five ayes.
1991 Park Capital
Improvement
Projects
Item 7-C
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MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded RESOLUTION 91-247
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION 1991 PARK CAPITAL
NO. 91-247 AUTHORIZING DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND IMPROVEMENT
RECREATION TO PROCEED WITH PLANNING FOR 1991 PROJECTS
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS, including a new Item 7-C
park at 10th Avenue sued Southshore Drive.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded ORDINANCE 91-14
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt ORDINANCE AMENDING ZONING
NO. 91-14 AMENDING PORTIONS OF THE ORDINANCE 80-9 ORDINANCE
ADOPTED JUNE 16, 1980, AS AMENDED, AND KN0W AS REGARDING
THE PLYMOUTH ZONING ORDtNANCE, RELATIVE TO OUTDOOR :ALES 6
TEMPORARY PROMOTIONAL E'JENTti AND SALES ACTIVITIES OUTSIDE STORAGE
AND OUTSIDE STORAGE AND SCREE'INING OF OUTSIDE Item *7-D
STORAGE.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded ORDINANCE 91-15
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY
NO. 91-15 RELATING TO BUSINESS PND TRADE CODE REGARDING
REGULATIONS, AMENDING THE PLYMOUTH CITY CODE TRANSIENT
SECTION 1140 PERTAINING TO TRANSIENT MERCHANTS MERCHANTS
AND AMENDING SECTION 1010 PERTAINING TO LICENSE Item *7-D
FEES FOR TRANSIENT MERCHANTS.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, fives eyes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded RESOLUTION 91-2q1
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUZtON REDUCING
NO. 91-246 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT BOND, BASS LXXE DEVELOPMENT BOND,
TERRACE ADDITION (90050). BASS LAKE TERRACE
ADDITION (90050)
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Item *7-E-1
MOTION was made by Councilmember Titur, seconded RESOLUTION 91-249
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION REDUCING
NO. 91-249 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT BOND, BASS CREEK DEVELOPMENT BOND
BUSINESS PARK ADDITION (89061). BASS CREEK
BUSINESS PARK
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. ADDITION (89061)
Item *7-E-2
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Page 169
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION
NO. 91-250 APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND
ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, 1991 STREET
RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT - PHASE I, CITY PROJECT
NO. 102.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION
NO. 91-251 APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND
ORDERING ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS, MEDINA ROAD
STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENTS, CITY PROJECT NO.
010.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION
NO. 91-252 DECLARING COST TO BE ASSESSED AND
ORDERINC PREPARATION OF PROPOSED ASSESSMENT, 25TH
AVENUE WATERMAIN, CITY PROJECT NO. 025.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
RESOLUTION _11-n-2.50
APPROVING PLANS
AND ORDERING
ADVERTISEMENT FOR
EtDS FOR 1991
STREET
RECONSTRUCTION
PROJECT 102
Item *7-F-1
MOLUTION 91-251
APPROVING PLANS
AND ORDERING
ADVERTISEMENT FOR
BIDS, PROJECT 010
Item *7-F-2
RESOLUTION 91-•252
ORDERING
PREPARATION OF
ASSESSMENTS
PROJECT NO. 025
Item *7-G
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded RESOLUTION 91-253
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION SETTING HEARING ON
NO. 91-253 FOR HEARING ON PROPOSED ASSESSMENT PROJECT NO. 025
25TH AVENUE WATER, CITY PROJECT NO. 025. Item &7-G
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Public Works Director Moore stated that a
petition was received from homeowner& in the
Steeplechase 2nd Addition requesting an "All Way"
stop at the three-way intersection of Black Oaks
Lane and 22nd Avenue. He recommended that stop
sign installations be ordered at all cross street
intersections of 22nd Avenue between Dunkirk Lane
and Vicksburg Lane. Because 22nd Avenue is
designed as a Minor Collector street, he
recommended that the Council not approve an "All
Way" stop at Black Oaks Lane and 22nd Avenue.
He also recommended that crosswalk signage should
be installed on 22nd Avenue at the Black Oaks
Lane intersection where a private trail continues
Request for Stop
Signs on 22nd
Avenue between
Dunkirk Lane and
Vicksburg Lane
Item 7-H
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northerly to the homeowner association amenities
and Fox Run trail system. The residents'
concerns regarding speeding traffic should be
directed to the Police Department for
enforcement.
Jeff Fox, 16410 22nd Avonue North, stated that
100 percent of the homeowners contacted in the
area support the "All -Way" stop sign regaest. He
stated that 22nd Avenue has become a through
street for vehicles traveling from Vicksburg Lane
to Dunkirk Lane. This request is a safety issue
as there have been several near accidents at this
intersection.
Mark Eubanks, 2050 Black Oaks Lane, President of
the Steeplechase Homeowners Association,
supported of the "All -Nay" stop at Black Oaks
Lane and 22nd Avenue for safety reasons.
Mayor Bergman stated that since most of the
traffic is neighborhood traffic, the Council
should consider approving stop sign installation
as requost ad.
MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, seconded by itrcnLUTION 91-254,
Councilmember Vakailiou, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. INSTALLATION OF
91-254 INSTALLATION OF STOP SIGNS, adding: "All STOP SIGNS
Way stop sign at 22nd Avenue and Black Ohks Item 7-I
Lane."
Motion carries: on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Public works Director stated that at the April 1 Zachary Lane
meeting, the City Council received the School School Zone Hazard
Zone Hazard Evaluation Study for Zachary Lane Evaluation Study
adjacent to the Zachary Lane Elementary School Item 7-I
and referred it to the school and PTO for
comment.
The study concluded that there is a need for a
pedestrian crosswalk at the north school driveway
because of pedestrian activity between the
Zachary Lane Playfield and the school. The
crosswalk should be signed and a street light
installed. Also, the Minnesota Department of
Transportation should evaluate the existing 45
m.p.h. speed limit in the area of the crosswalk.
He recommended that the Council implement these
suggestions.
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Connie Anderson, 3735 Vinewood Lane, stated that
the current speed limit of 45 m.p.h. is excessive
compared to the 30 m.p.h. zone in front oZ other
schools. She requested that the Council also
consider installation of a flashing light to warn
motorists of the reduced school speed zone.
Mayor Bergman stated that one reason the
recommendation is not to reduce the speed limit
further is that the school is not willing to use
crossing guards rr allow students to walk to
school.
Director Moore stated that flashing lights are
installed in other locations where there is a
crossing. Those only flash when school is in
session. Past installation costs have been paid
jointly by the school and City.
Cathy Girars, 13405 44th Place, stated that other
school zones in the City .gave a 35 m.p.h. limit
posted and a crosswalk. She noted that there is
signage at Zachary Playfield directing overflow
parking to the Zachary Elementary School parking
lot. The City is encouragi-%g people to cross
this busy street with a 45 m.p.h. speed limit:.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded
by Councilmember Vasiliou, to adopt RESOLUTION
NO. 91-255 SCHOOL ZONE HAZARD EVALUATION Zachary
LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, CITY PROJECT NO. 04;4,
adding: "Install flashing lights." Staff is also
directed to remove from the Zachary Playfield
parking lot the signs directing overflow parking
to Zachary Elementary School.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Eitur, seconded
by Councilmember Vaailiou, to adopt RESOLUTION
NO. 91-256 REQUESTING MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION TO CONDUCT SPEED STUDY - ZACHARY
LANE.
Motion carried or a roll call vote, five ayes.
RESOLUTION 91-255
IMPLEMENTATION OF
SCHOOL ZONE HAZARD
EVALUATION -
ZACHARY LANE
SCHOOL
PROJECT NO. 044
Item 7-I
RESOLUTION _91-256
REQUESTING MNDOT
TO CONDUCT SPEED
STUDY - ZACHARY
Item 7-I
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MOTICN was made by Councilmember Ricker, seconded
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION
NO. 91-257 PROHIBITING PARKING ON ZACHARY LANE
FROM COUNTY ROAD 9 TO 4i6TH AVENUE NORTH.
The individuals who previously spoke objected to
this action, stating that there is not sufficient
parking at Zachary Lane Elementary School. The
school does not have the funds to expand the
parking iot.
Manager Willis stated that the school also needs
to participate in this at%fecy issue and may need
to add parking to their site.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, four ayes;
Zitur nay.
Councilmember Zitur stated to would need to
receive further information oefore supporting the
motion.
Public Works Director Moore presented a proposed
uniform agreement for consulting engineers. He
provided the Council with comments received from
the City's consulting engineers to the proposed
agreement. All comments will be submitted to the
City Attorney for his recommendation and/or
Inclusion in the agreement. The final
engineering agreement will be drafted and
submitted to the Council .°or approval at a future
study session.
MOTION was made by Coun-,ilmember Vasilio,
seconded by Councilmember Zitur, to accept the
report.
Motion carried, five ayes.
Manager Willis presented the Council with
Requests for Proposals which will serve as the
basis for soliciting professional service
proposals for Auditing, Financial, and Legal
services. He asked for CouncL 1 comments on the
Requests and invited Councilmembers to submit
additional names for receipt of the Request for
Proposals.
RESOLUTION 91-257
FROHIBITING
PARKING ON ZACHARY
LANE FROM C.R. 9
TO 46TH AVENUE
Item 7-I
Uniform Agreement
for Consulting
Engineers
Item 7-J
Consulting
Services -
Requests for
Proposals
Item 7-K
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Councilmember Vasiliou asked if more than one
financial consulting firm could be designated for
various City projects.
Manager Willis stated that is possible; however,
it is important to establish a relationship with
a primary firm to track all financial activity of
the City for continuity.
Councilmember Ricker stated that maintaining
continuity is critical because the City's bond
rating can be at stake. He stated that whoever
is chosen, he would prefer designating one firm.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Ricker, seconded
by Councilmember Vasiliou, to endorse the
timeline and Regjests for Proposals recommended
for Auditing, Financial, and Legal services.
Motion carried, five ayes.
Manager Willis presented the proposed 1992 budget
of the Suburban Rate Authority (SRA). He stated
that the dues will remain at $375 per vote. Due
to increased population, Plymouth's dues will
increase from $2,625 to $4,125 in 1992. He
stated that if the Council desires to withdraw
from membership or object to the 1992 budget, it
must do so by June 15, 1991.
MOTION was made by Mayor Bergman, Peconded by
Councilmember Zitur, to accept the report.
Motion carried, five LY88.
Manager Willis explained the request of Northco
Plymo»th Investors Limited Partnership for
industrial revenue bond financing in an amount up
to $5,000,000. The Partnerohip proposes to
acquire a site within the Prudential Northwest
Business Campus to construct a 79,000 square foot
office and marufacturing facility. Ha
recommended that the Council provide for
preliminary approval of the project and establish
a public hoaring for June 3.
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Suburban Rate
Authority Budget
Item 7-L
Northco Plymouth
Investors Limited
Prrtnership (Zeiss
Project)
Industrial Revenue
Bond Finrncing
Item 7-M
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Page 174
MOTION was made by Councilmember Ricker, seconded RESOLUTION 91-258
by Councilmember Zitur, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. SETTING PUBLIC
91-258 ESTABLISHING THE DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING HEARING ON
ON A PROPOSED PROJECT PURSUANT TO THE MUNICIPAL MUNICIPAL
INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT ACT, MINNESOTA STATUTES, INDUSTRIAL
SECTION 469.152- 469.165, AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION DEVELOPMENT BOND
OF NOTICE THEREFOR; AND GIVING PRELIMINARY FINANCING FOR
APPROVAL TO A PROPOSAL FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NORTHCO PLYMOUTH
RE4ENUE BONDS THEREUNDER. INVESTORS LMTD.
PARTNERSHIP
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. (ZEISS PROPERTY)
Item 7-M
Manager Willis explained the request of
Opportunity Workshop, Inc., for City concurrence
to use Minneapolis Community Development Agency
MCRA) Lond funding to finance their proposed
facility in northeast Plymouth.
Councilmember Ricker noted that there is no
financial commitment being requested of the City,
and he will support the request.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Ricker, seconded RESOLUTI N 91-259
by Councilmember Zitur, to adopt RESOLUTION NO. OPPORTUNITY
91-259 OPPORTUNITY WORKSHOP INC. - REQUEST FOR WORKSHOP - REQUEST
CONCURRENCE OF CITY TO USE MINNEAPOLIS COMMUNITY TO USE MCDA BOND
DEFELOPMENT AGENCY BOND FINANCING. FUNDING TO FINANCE
PROPOSED FACILITY
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes. Item 7-N
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded RESOLUTION 91-260
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC
NO. 91-260 SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON OFF -SALE HEARING ON LICENSE
INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION FOR FOR VICKSBURG
VICKSBURG LIQUORS, INC. LIQUORS, INC.
Item *7-0-1
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Zitur, seconded RESOLUTION 91-261
by Councilmember Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION SETTING PUBLIC
NO. 91-261 SETTING PUBLIC HEARING ON OFF -SALE HEARING ON LICENSE
INTOXICATING LIQUOR LICENSE APPLICATION FOR LINDA FOR LINDA LAHR,
LAHR, 11540 COUNTY ROAD 10. 11540 C.R. 10
Item *7-0-2
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Regular Council Meeting
May 6, 1991
Page 175
MOTION was made by Councilmember
Zitur, seconded
by Councilmember
Helliwell, to adopt RESOLUTION
NO. 91-262 APPROVING GARBAGE HAULER LICENSE FOR
NITTI DISPOSAL INC.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Manager Willis presented the staff report onimplementationoftheoftheElectionandEthics
Reform Act of 1990. He recommended that due to
the complexity and legal ramifications of the
reporting requirements, the Council invite the
director of the State Ethical Practices Board to
a study session. This
the requirements
andassistvinuexp gthein
various forms.
The Council directed staff to establish a studysessionwitharepresentativeoftheEthical
rractices
implementation of the
990t
Councilmember Ricker stated he met with staff
regarding the proposed assessment formulas for
the 1990 Street Reconstruction
Program. He is
now comfortable with the distribution of costs
between single family and multifamily residential
parcels.
MCTION was made by Councilmember
Ricker, seconded
by Councilmember Zitur, to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
91-263 ADOPTING ASSESSMENTS,
PROJECT NO. 001,
1990 STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROGRAM, SINGLE
FAMII"/RECONSTRUCTION ONLY.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
gF 3+„i,LTI01v_ ' °_262
APPROVING GARBAGE
HAULER LICENSE FOR
NITTI DISPOSAL
Item *1-P
MOTION was made by Councilmember
Ricker, seconded
by Councilmember Zitur, to adopt RESOLUTION NO.
91-264 ADOPTING ASSESSMENTS,
PROJECT NO. 001,
1990 STREET RECONSTRUCTION
PROGRAM, C B AND
GUTTER AND OTHER THAN SINGLE FAMILY.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
Manager Willis recommended that the Council
authorize Polson/Trossen/Wright to prepare a
space needs analysis of the City Center buildable
at a cost not to exceed $9,800, p lus
Implementation of
Ethical Pr .micas
Act
Item 7-0
RESOjiUTION 91-263
ADOPTING
ASSESSMENTS FOR
1990 STREET
RECONSTRUCTION
PROGRAM
Item 7-R
U40LUTLOIL11MM
ADOPTING
ASSESSMENTS FOR
1990 STREET
RECONSTRUCTION
PROGRAM
Item 7-R
City Center Space
Needs Study
Autho:: +.zed
Item 8-A
Regular Council Meeting
May 6, 1991
Page 176
expenses. He stated that the Council must have a
cleat view of the future expansion needs of the
City Center building in order that the Public
Safety building expansion plans can be done in a
fashion which does not preclude the effective
expansion of the existing building.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Vasiliou,
seconded by Councilmember Ricker, to authorize
Polson/Trossen/Wright to prepare a space needs
analysis of the City Center building at a cost
not to exceed $9,800, plus reimbursable expenses.
Motion carried, five ayes.
Manager Willis recommended that the Council
review and consider for adoption a policy and
ordinance amendment relating to board and
commission member terms. The Council should
determine whether they want to expand the terms,
say from two to three years, and whether a
maximum number of terms or years service should
be established. The Council also previously
discussed a change in the process for appointment
of Commission Chairpersons, which is now done by
the Mayor.
Mayor Bergman suggested that the appointment
process for Commission Chairpersons be amended so
that the Commission selects its own Chairperson
and vice Chairperson, with the approval of the
Mayor. Councilmembers concurred.
Councilmembei Helliwell suggested that Comnission
terms be expanded to three years, with a maximum
of two consecutive terms for a total of six
years. She stated that thi3 year 36 applications
were received for Board and Commission
appointments. Residents have great interest in
serving the community and more turnover on the
Commissions will allow more people to be
involved. She stated it is difficult to lose
commissioners who have done an outstanding job
and have served for many years, but perhaps there
is another capacity in which they can serve the
community.
Councilmembers Vasiliou and Zit.ur agreed with the
six year maximum.
Policy and
ordinance
Amendment with
respect to Boards
and Commissions
Item 8-B
Regular Council Mee::ing
May 6, 1991
Page 177
Councilmember Ricker stated he will also support
a six year maximum and three year teras. If the
Council adopts the policy now, it will serve
notice for Commissioners whose terms have not yet
expired.
MOTION was wade by Councilmember Helliwell,
seconded by Councilmember Ricker, to adopt
ORDINANCE NO. 91-13 AMENDING PLYMOUTH CITY CODE
SECTION 305, RELATING TO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE;
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS, BY REVISING COMMISSION
AND BOARD TERMS, revising terms from two to three
years for the Planning Commission ani Park &
Recreation Advisory Commission, and amending the
process for Chairperson selection.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmemzer Helliwell,
seconded by Councilmember Richer, to adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 91-265 AMENDINC+ POLICY RELATING TO
SELECTION, PERFORMANCE AND ORIENTATION OF PERSONS
APPOINTED TO BOARDS, COMMISSIOVS, AND COMMITTEES.
This amendment includes establ:.shment of a
maximum of two consecutive terns for Planning
Commission and FRAC appointees.
Motion carried on a roll call vote, five ayes.
The Council directed staff to prepare similar
amendments for length of term, maximum number of
terms, and selection of Commission Chairperson
for the Board of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals.
ORDINANCE 91-13
AMENDING TERMS FOR
PLANNING COMM. AND
PRAC FROM TWO TO
THREE YEARS
Item 6-B
g SOLUTION 91-265
AMENDING POLICY
RELATING TO BOARDS
AND COMMISSION
Item 8-B
Councilmember. Ricker suggested that a study Appointments
session be held to discuss appointments to Boards
and Commissions and the Charter Commission
applications.
Attorney Thumson stated that Judge Levy has
indicated that she prefers the Council make
recommendations for Charter Commission appointees
of the individuals the Councilmembers unanimously
recommend for appointment. Councilmembers can
submit additional names or a minority report to
the Judge if they desire. All applications will
be submitted to the Judge.
Regular Council Meeting
May 61 1991
Page 178
Mayor Bergman asked what criteria should be used
in recommending individuals for appointment to
the Charter Commission.
Councilmember Ricker stated that each
Councilmember probably will give different weight
to criteria that is important to them, but he
feels there should be good geographic
representation of the community.
Councilmember Helliwell agreed that geographic
represent&_ion is important. Some of the
appointees should be members of the League of
Plymouth Voters so they can understand how the
City operates.
Manager Willis provided the Counc:.l with a
leg..lative update including detailed discussion
of the tax bill.
Mayor Bergman asked about the timeline and
process for redistricting. Manager Willis stated
staff will prepare a report on the process for
Council information.
Councilmember Helliwell stated that through input
she has received, ahe believes Henn.pin Coun.,;
may have overestimated the amount of waste to be
handled at the proposed Waste Transfer Station.
She suggested that the Council delay
consideration of the Hennepin County application
in order to allow them additional time to
reevaluate the solid w&ste flows.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell,
seconded by Councilmembe. Ricker, to direct staff
to prepare a resolution for Council consideration
at the Nlay 21 meeting whi•ih would postpone
consideration of the propoied waste transfer
station until at :.east December 1, 1991, or until
the County wants to reactivate their application.
Councilmember Helliwell stated that Hennepin
County had asked to be witt.drawn from
consideration until December, but staff had sent
a letter to the Crunty allowing a delay until
July.
Legislative Update
Item 8-E
Waste Transfer
Station (89057)
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Regular Council Meeting
May 6, 1991
Page 179
Manager Willie stated that staff felt that a two
month delay (to July) in the process was
reasonakile. Any additional delay should be
authorized by the Council.
Community Development Tremers stated that a
developer may ask for an extension of time for
additioral study. In this case with many
residents interested in the application and
process, the Council rather than staff should act
to postpone final consideration.
Motion carried, five ayes.
Councilmember Helliwell asked that staff contact
Janet Leick of Hennepin County, to let her know
of the CounZil's consideration on May 21.
Councilmember Vasiliou asked that when the City
calendar is updated, staff denote the changes
made.
The meeting was adjourned! zt 10:45 p.m.
Clty Clerk
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