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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
January 31, 1986
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.....
1. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING -- -- Monday, February 3, 7:30 p.m. Regular
City Council meeting in City Council Chambers.
2. FEBRUARY CALENDAR -- The February meeting calendar is attached.
M-2
3. MEETING REMINDER - LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES LEGISLATIVE ACTION
CONFERENCE -- Wednesday, February 5, St. Paul Radisson Hotel.
Conference agenda attached. (M-3)
4. HEARING REGARDING DISPERSAL OF GROUP HOMES -- Attached is a
notification from Golden Valley Mayor Mary Anderson to municipal
officials of Hennepin County regarding a meeting scheduled for
February 19 at the Plymouth City Center on the Hennepin County Plan
regarding dispersal of group homes. Chapter 617, laws of Minnesota,
1984 requires counties to plan for the dispersal of residential
group homes to under -served areas. The meeting will allow officials
to provide input about the Hennepin County Plan. Two sessions are
scheduled: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., and 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
(M-4)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. ORIENTATION OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS -- Given the fact that three of
the five council members have less than two years tenure, I have
been working with city department heads to prepare an orientation
program for council members. While the program has not been
finalized, I anticipate that it would consist of a three hour
session, probably held during an evening, at which time department
heads could briefly familiarize the council members with basic
information about city governance, development activities and
regulations. A part of the session would be dedicated to a brief
review of the city code, zoning ordinance, comprehensive plan, city
budget, subdivision regulations, financial report, and other
documents of importance to the council. This session is intended to
supplement, not replace, one-to-one meetings which I normally have
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January 31, 1986
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with individual council members. Council members are also invited
to contact Fred Moore, Eric Blank, Lloyd Ricker, Blair Tremere, Dick
Carlquist and Frank Boyles for briefings on the work and activities
in their respective areas of responsibility. Council direction
would be helpful in two areas: 1) Is this the most appropriate
means of orientation and, if so, what would be the most appropriate
date for the program to take place; and 2) what additional subjects
would the council like to have included recognizing that the three
hour session provides only enough time for a cursory orientation.
2. PIKE LAKE SEWER INTERCEPTOR -- On Thursday morning Fred Moore and I
met with Mr. Robert Langford and Mr. Tom Larson of Tennant Company
with respect to obtaining an easement across their property for the
Pike Lake interceptor sewer project. The Tennant Company's two
major concerns appear to be the precise location of the sewer, and
secondly, the impact of special assessments. With respect to the
first matter, they have agreed to provide the City with soil borings
they have taken on the property which may give our consulting
engineers additional information regarding the sanitary sewer
location. The company is particularly interested in having the
sewer located as far east as is practicable, recognizing that there
is substantial wetland in that area. With regard to the special
assessments, the company is concerned about the immediate impact of
special assessments and has indicated a desire to have the area
charges deferred for some period of time, perhaps three years. We
noted that a three year deferral was feasible providing that if
development occurred in the meantime, the deferments on that portion
of the property would terminate. We also noted that interest
accumulated during the period of deferral. Mr. Langford indicated
he would prepare a draft easement proposal for our consideration.
He further noted that the Tennant Board of Directors would be
meeting on February 20, at which time this matter would be taken up
by the Board and hopefully, approved.
3. MOODY'S INVESTORS SERVICE -- On Tuesday afternoon we met with Mr.
Robert Stanley of Moody's Investors Service in New York City. The
purpose of this visit was to further acquaint Moody's with the
progress the City of Plymouth has been making with respect to its
fiscal stability and long range planning. Our meeting last one and
one-half hours which is considerably longer than most of our
previous meetings to Moody's. We provided Mr. Stanley with the
latest (1985 unaudited) figures for Plymouth, as well as to discuss
our capital planning. We had a good size delegation with us to make
our presentation. Attending were Mayor Schneider, former Mayor.
Davenport, Lloyd Ricker, two representatives of Scanticon
Corporation, Randall hones and Glen Schostak, and representing
Ehlers and Associates, Steve Apfelbacher and Holly Doughty. We are
hopeful that with the information we provided along with information
which will be provided prior to the next bond sale, that our A-1
rating which was achieved in 1978 will be increased to AA.
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January 31, 1986
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4. PLYMOUTH DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL -- Wednesday morning we met with
representatives of the Plymouth Development Council. At that
meeting I discussed with them the possibility of the City initiating
a policy of requiring signs being posted at certain types of
developments. The developers present were not enthusiastic about
this possibility. Their concerns ranged from increased costs of
doing business, increased telephone calls to city staff primarily
from other development interests, as well as their feeling that such
signs were not needed except perhaps in rezoning petitions.
Councilmember Vasiliou was present and discussed some of the
concerns the Council had regarding seeking to communicate with
neighbors who may be impacted by development. The Development
Council expressed its interest in this topic and asked to be kept
informed on the topic.
5. SERVICE AWARDS LUNCHEON -- On Thursday noon, twenty-four city
employees were honored for their years of service to the community.
Two employees, Mel Solberg and Niel Nielsen, .were recognized for
twenty years of service to Plymouth, while three others, Darrell
Anderson, Tom Dahl, and Larry Rogers, were honored for their fifteen
years of service. In addition to these five employees, all members
of the Police Department, two others were recognized for ten years
of service, and seventeen for five years of service. The annual
service awards luncheon was established several years ago to
recognize the continuity of service that our employees are
providing. At these luncheons we provide employees in each
recognition group with a gift catalog from which they select a gift
of their choice.
6. MINUTES -- The following minutes are attached for your information:
a. Planning Commission, January 22, 1986 (I -6a)
b. Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit, January 29, 1986. (I -6b)
7. 1986 BUDGET BOOKS -- I would appreciate if Councilmembers could
bring their 1986 budget books with them to the February 3 Council
meeting for the purpose of allowing staff to insert the 1986-1990
CIP.
8. COUNCIL CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Mr. Douglas Schroeder, 5230 Vicksburg Lane, from
Councilmember Vasiliou. (I -8a)
b. Letter to Mr. Bob Richel, 18205 County Road 24, from
Councilmember Vasiliou. (I -8b)
c. Letter to Mrs. Ralph Sherman, 11009 Highway 55, from
Councilmember Vasiliou. (I -8c)
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d. Letter to Mr. and Mrs. Dwaine Johnson, 5110 Vicksburg Lane, from
Councilmember Vasiliou. (I -8d)
e. Letter to Mary Powell, Public Information Coordinator, Wayzata
Public Schools, from Councilmember Vasiliou. (I -8e)
f. Memorandum to Mayor and Council from Councilmember Vasiliou
regarding candidate interviews on channel 7 during a city
election. (I -89f)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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League of Minnesota Cities
1986 Legislative Action Conference
Wednesday, February 5, 1986
Radisson St. Paul Hotel
Kellogg Blvd.
Agenda
7:30 a.m. Registration begins
9:00 a.m. Panel discussion: State budget/mandated fees
10:00 a.m. Policy adoption
12:00 p.m. Lunch/speakers (legislative leaders invited)
1:30 p.m. Legislative issues (development, tort liability, pensions, etc.)
2:15 p.m. Legislative priorities/Ask the lobbyist
2:30 p.m. City officials go to the Capitol to meet with legislators
5:30 p.m. Reception for city officials and state legislators (Co-sponsored by the
Association of Metropolitan Municipalities)
LMC 1986 Legislative Action Conference registration
City
Name
Name
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Name
Registration fee: $50.00 advance, $55.00 on-site
Check enclosed in the amount of $
(Please print or type)
Title
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Fee includes conference registration, luncheon, and evening reception with legislators invited.
Mail to Gayle Brodt, League of Minnesota Cities, 183 University Ave. E., St. Paul, MN 55101
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January 10, 1986
NOTICE OF HEARING REGARDING DISPERSAL OF GROUP HOMES
To: Municipal Officials
This Notice is being sent to Mayors, Managers, and other administrative staff of munic-
ipalities in Hennepin County. It is an invitation to attend a meeting on February 19,
1986 at the Plymouth City Center. The meeting will be held in two periods, from 3:30
P.M. to 5:00 P.M. and from 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. so all interested parties can
attend. The address is 3400 Plymouth Boulevard which is the second stop light west of
I-494 on Highway 55.
The purpose of the meeting is to gather input from municipal officials about the Hen-
nepin County Plan regarding Concentration of Group Homes. That document which was
passed by the Hennepin County Board in April, 1985 is based upon Chapter 617 of the
1984 Session Laws. The law requires counties to plan for dispersal of residential
facilities to under -served areas and it prohibits the siting of such facilities in
over -concentrated areas.
The Hennepin County Plan includes a component to seek information from the communities
to help the county, the cities, and providers, better understand what neighbors want
and need to know about group homes and how best to provide that information.
Two members of the Task Force are Ann Perry the Minnetonka City Planner, and Blair
Tremere, Plymouth Community Development Director. They will be at this meeting along
with other members of the Task Force who hope to gain meaningful input from municipal
officials.
Attached are a series of questions which you may wish to use and copies of the plan
were sent to cities last year. These should be reviewed along with the State law;
copies of the plan may be obtained from the Hennepin County Community Services Depart-
ment (348-4108). Questions or comments for the Task Force also may be directed to Ann
or Blair, especially if you are unable to attend the meeting.
I hope you will take the opportunity to either attend the meeting and provide input or
submit your comments to the Task Force by that date. It is in the interest of all
municipalities to work with and through this Task Force to assure proper and effective
implementation of the State law.
S' cerely,
Mar A
y son, Mayor
City of Golden Valley, Minnesota
QUESTIONS FOR MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS
1. Are you familiar with Chapter 617, laws of Minnesota, 1984, regarding Dispersal of
Group Homes? Are you familiar with the Hennepin County plan regarding
over -concentration of group homes? Are you familiar with recent court decisions
related to siting of group homes?
2. How does your community view the siting of group homes as a matter of land use
planning and regulation?
3. Are you or staff members in your community familiar with group home regulations,
licensing, and other controls? Can you describe characteristics of a group home
that would be considered a "good neighbor"?
4. Can you describe characteristics of a group home that would be considered a "bad
neighbor"?
S. Can you recount actual experiences you and/or your community have had with group
homes?
6. Would you share your ideas about what would be an effective education program for
municipal decision makers, and community residents relative to group homes and the
intent of the law requiring dispersal?
7. What events or persons have influenced your attitudes and position regarding group
homes in your community?
8. How can public agencies and private providers work effectively with neighborhoods
and municipalities before a group home locates in a community and after it locates
in a community?
9. What information could you and/or your community use about disabled persons and
residential facilities for the disabled?
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JANUARY 22, 1986
The regular Meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was
called to order at 7:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Steigerwald, Commissioners
Wire, Magnus, Plufka, Mellen, and Pauba
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Stulberg
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Coordinator
Sara McConn
City Engineer Sherm Goldberg
Community Development Secretary
Grace Wineman
*CONSENT AGENDA AND
MINUTES
MOTION by Commissioner Magnus, seconded by Commissioner *MINUTES OF JANUARY
Plufka to recommend approval of the January 8, 1986 Minutes 8, 1986
as submitted.
VOTE. 4 Ayes. Commissioners Pauba and Wire abstained. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the application by ThOF,,as
Kasperzak. Reading of the January 7, 1986 Staff Report was
waived. Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Thomas
Kasperzak, who stated he is the contractor for the home-
owner, Mr. dames Bonnery, 4850 Orleans Lane. Chairman
Steigerwald inquired if Mr. Kasperzak had considered any
alternative designs as recommended by staff. Mr. Kasperzak
stated there are not many alternatives because of the need
for accessibility within the home for the family. He
explained that this is a hard situation to work with.
Chairman Steigerwald inquired about the petitioner's basis
for a uniqueness and hardship, noting that the lot is not
odd -shaped, but the hardship comes from the original place-
ment of the house on the lot. Mr. Bonnery confirmed this
and stated the original home was a base plan that no longer
fits their family needs.
Mr. Kasperzak presented two alternate designs, one of which
maintain the minimum yard areas.
Chairman Steigerwald inquired if Mr. Bonnery would be will-
ing to build an alternative design. Mr. Bonnery stated that
if they go to 11 ft., it would, for the most part, be unuse-
able space and the request for the 14 ft. x 14 ft. expansion
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CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT AMENDMENT
(85139)
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Planning Commission Minutes
January 22, 1986
is reasonable. They need the space for their two children
and the increased kitchen area would give them a gathering
place for the family, and the ability to supervise the
children.
Commissioner Plufka inquired which rooms are on that side of
the house. Mr. Bonnery stated they have a kitchen and small
dining room on this level, up one flight of stairs to the
living room, and down one flight to the family room.
Mr. Kasperzak explained the wall space and planned exten-
sions. The addition will be designed to look the same as
the original home with the same siding, windows, etc. -
Chairman Steigerwald explained that changing the setback
standard would set precedent within an approved Planned Unit
Development, which in turn would qualify other homeowners
with this same problem to apply for Amendments.
Commissioner Plufka explained that the type of development
would not matter, but that the homes are built close to the
lot lines. He stated he understands that a family's needs
change, but the Commission must address the Ordinance
standards.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, as there was
no one present to speak on the item, the Public Hearing was
closed.
MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Chairman
Steigerwald to recommend denial based on the reasons as
stated in the January 7, 1986 staff report. Commissioner
Pauba stated that petitions such as this make it difficult
for the Commission to move for denial, but approval would
set a precedent and they must base their recommendation on
the Ordinance standards.
Roll Call VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the application by John
Waldron and requested an overview of the January 6, 1986
Planning Staff Report by Coordinator McConn.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. John Waldron and inquir-
ed about the proposed design for a building on Lot 3 in ref-
erence to the Shoreland Management Criteria. Mr. Waldron
explained the building footprint for Lot 3 will work within
the Shoreland Management requirements. Chairman Steigerwald
inquired about the intentions for development and would
development occur in the near future. Mr. Waldron stated
this is not known at this time.
MOTION TO DENY
MOTION CARRIED
JOHN WALDRON
PRELIMINARY PLAT
AND FINAL PLAT
ELWELL, MILEY, AND
QUINN ADDITION
(85127)
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Planning Commission Minutes
January 22, 1956
Mr. Al Ygnve, stated the owner of Lot 3 was to be here to-
night and he has no knowledge of what has been discussed
with City staff regarding this property. He stated there
had been correspondence relatinq to the trail requirements.
Coordinator McConn stated that Mr. Thomas Reiersgord had
submitted correspondence relating to the easements for trail
and storm sewer. The Park Dedication Policy calls for these
concerns to be resolved at the Site Plan stage, and must be
satisfied before issuance of Building Permit. She stated
the City does not have a current application for a Site Plan
on Lot 3 at this time. Coordinator McConn read the letter
from Mr. Reiersgord which stated his opposition to the trail
and storm sewer easements.
Chairman Steigerwald inquired whether 34th Avenue would be
completed without development of the property; City Engineer
Goldberg stated it would not. Chairman Steigerwald stated
his concern regarding the next item on the agenda, and
whether there should be circulation through Lots 1, 2, and
3.
Mr. Waldron stated there is no controversy from their point
of view and he had no comments.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Thomas Reiersgord who
stated his letter speaks for itself. He resents and resists
this form of government which trades power for land. Plat-
ting Lot 3 as an outlot is a practical matter and they wish
to defer the issue on trail easements until they come to the
point of replatting. He stated he doesn't want to give
bargaining power away at this time. He stated they will not
develop until all of the right-of-way for 34th Avenue has
been obtained from the property owner to the north. He
explained the plat is proposed to allow development on Lot
2. At the time of development they will discuss the re-
quired trail easements.
Chairman Steigerwald explained that the outlot is being
sandwiched between the developed areas making it necessary
for the Commission to have a feel for the development poten-
tial of the property.
Commissioner Plufka noted the outlot is not described as
such. Coordinator McConn explained the staff recommendation
that Lot3 be platted as an outlot; and, they agree the park
dedication can be deferred to time of Site Plan; however,
the storm sewer pipe has been installed and it is appropri-
ate to obtain the easement at this time.
Mr. Reiersgord stated the City installed the storm sewer
without an easement. It is his opinion that this easement
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Planning Commission Minutes
January 22, 1986
would constrain development of this property. They assumed
there would be an exchange for access to 34th Avenue which
they don't have.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, as there was
no one present to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was
closed.
Commissioner Mellen inquired if they were not going to con-
cede the easement would this be an incomplete contract?
Chairman Steigerwald stated that Mr. Reiersgord is not re-
sisting the plat and confirmed that Mr. Reiersgord is allow-
ing the application to move forward with the, storm sewer
easement as shown. Mr. Reiersgord added that he wrote the
letter to make it clear he does not agree with the require-
ments for easements; however, they have not made a decision
on what they will do regarding the storm sewer easement as
there is other represented ownership.
Coordinator McConn noted the Engineering Memorandum calls
for the storm sewer easement to be dedicated.
In response to a comment from Mr. Reiersgord regarding the
Norwest Bank as an interested party, Commissioner Plufka
stated that he was unaware of the bank's interest, but as an
employee of Norwest Bank, he would not vote on the Motion.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Mellen MOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval of the Preliminary Plat and Final Plat
for John Waldron for Elwell, Miley, & Quinn Addition, sub-
ject to the conditions as stated in the January 6, 1986
staff report.
Roll Call VOTE. 5 Ayes. Commissioner Plufka, abstained. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION carried.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the application by Jim CONDITIONAL USE
Domoracki, First Edition Corporation, and requested an over- PERMIT AND SITE
view of the January 6, 1986 Planning Staff Report by PLAN (85128)
Coordinator McConn.
Mr. Domoracki stated he concurs with the staff report and is
available for questions.
Chairman Steigerwald if there should not be a flow-through
from this development to Lot 3. City Engineer Goldberg
stated they a public street could not be designed through
Lot 3. Chairman Steigerwald inquired about common passage
and that it could be frustrating for drivers taking a right
turn and not being able to get to the building on Lot 3.
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Planning Commission Minutes
January 22, 1986
Coordinator McConn stated that the southern portion of Lot 3
is very narrow which would cause vehicles to cross a long
stretch of private property.
Chairman Steigerwald stated the submitted plans show a good,
clean installation.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, as there was
no one present to speak on this item, the Public Hearing was
closed.
MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commission6r,Wire NOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval of the Conditional Use Permit and Site
Plan for Jim Domoracki, First Edition Corporation, subject
to the conditions as shown in the January 6, 1986 staff
report.
Roll Call VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
Chairman Steigerwald requested that staff update the
Comprehensive Plan books for the Commissioners. The
books will be turned into staff at the next meeting.
Chairman Steigerwald discussed the tentative agenda for the
joint meeting of City Council and Planning Commission.
Staff confirmed that a Notice would go out to the
Commissioners to remind them of the joint meeting on Monday,
January 27, 1986.
The Commission discussed editorial changes to the draft
Housing Element study.
An IM IRNIFNT
The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
VOTE - NOTION CARRIED
MINUTES
PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT
January 29, 1986
The meeting was called to order at 7:15 p.m.
PRESENT: Dale Knutson, Dennis Jacobson, Dave Pesch, Frank Boyles
ABSENT: Dave Brownell, Karen Benon, Ray Lottie, Dick Maki, LeRoy
Mikkelson, Tad Jude
I. APPROVAL OF DECEMBER 4, 1985 MINUTES
The minutes of the December 4 meeting were approved with the addition of
Dale Knutson as absent from the meeting.
II. RIDERSHIP STATISTICS
The Committee reviewed the commuter/reverse commuter, internal
circulator ridership statistics for calendar year 1984-1985. Figures
for December 1985 show a daily average of 320 for the commuter/ reverse
commuter and 52 for the internal circulator for a 372 total system
average. Comparing 1984 to 1985 ridership, the commuter/reverse
commuter averaged 306 per day against 287 in 1984. The internal
circulator averaged 51 passengers against 36 in 1984. The total system
grew from 321 in 1984 to 357 in 1985. In percentage terms the increases
for the commuter/ reverse commuter represents a 6.6% increase. The
internal circulator ridership increased 41.7%. Total system ridership
increased 11.2% over 1984. A review of the figures shows that the
commuter/ reverse commuter service in 1985 had a much stronger summer
ridership than in 1984. Monthly averages between spring, fall, winter
and summer showed less fluctuation than in 1984. The internal
circulator, on the other hand, experienced substantial ridership gains
for all months of the year.
III. FOLLOW UP FROM DECEMBER MEETING
The following items for follow up were discussed:
Changes in the Ridgehaven service levels will take place at the same
time that other internal circulator changes are scheduled for
implementation by the 1986 program contract. Committee members agreed
that punch cards continue to be available, but the problem now is the
availability of punches for drivers. Signs in the minicoaches continue
to be a problem. Dave Pesch stated that he would advise Frank Boyles of
the type of signs needed in order that the City could secure them to
solve this problem. Notification of substitute drivers continues to be
a problem. Dave Pesch indicated that a rider kit is being considered
for preparation which would contain a punch, route map and other
materials necessary regular or substitute drivers. He will report on
the actions that Medicine Lake Lines takes in this effort. Discussion
occurred on recognition of drivers and existing passengers. It was
agreed that Dave Pesch would check with other recognition efforts both
for drivers and riders that have taken place and develop a means of
recognition with Frank Boyles.
PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT �-T--
January 29, 1986
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IV. IDENTIFICATION OF NEW AREAS OF CONCERN OR RECOMMENDATION
The items listed in III. continue to be of concern to riders. In addi-
tion, on at least one occasion, only one 5:08 p.m. bus was available.
Some passengers who waited for the second bus were left downtown. Dave
Pesch will check and report on this. Riders also expressed concern
about the reliability of the system in bad weather. They stated that
during the bad weather when the transit system is most needed, it is
often the least reliable. They cautioned that every effort should be
made to improve this.
V. REVIEW OF MARKETING EFFORTS
Committee members received two newspapers. The Big Ride -is distributed
by Minnesota Rideshare throughout the western suburbs for residents to
learn about use of I-394 sane lanes and to promote rideshare. Plymouth
Metrolink has placed an ad in this paper ;and also in the subject of a
newspaper article. The second newspaper, Plymouth Network, is now being
distributed in the Plymouth business community. Its first issue
contains an article on Plymouth Metrolink as well as an ad. This effort
Is intended to supplement the letters which were distributed in December
to over 200 Plymouth businesses along the reverse commuter route. Dave
Pesch will check to determine the number of free passes which were
distributed through this effort. The committee further discussed the
marketing effort, agreeing that specific marketing steps such as those
identified by Peter Schauer should not be undertaken until a survey is
done of ridership so that we can better identify the market groups to
which the efforts are directed.
VI. 1986 SERVICE LEVELS AND PROGRAM CHANGES
Frank Boyles indicated that while the 1986 contract has not yet been
signed by MnDOT, that the service levels in 1986 for the commuter/
reverse commuter will be much the same as in 1985. The only change in
service will occur in the internal circulator, where routes will be
revised so that they do not occur more often than every 61 minutes.
This will mean the discontinuation of flip-flopping the direction of
circulation every other trip. It may be possible to flip-flop
circulation on a weekly or monthly basis. These changes will also await
the results of the riders survey, but in no case will they occur later
than dune 30, 1986.
The Committee discussed the appropriateness of placing terms on committee
membership in order to get as many people involved with Plymouth Metrolink
as possible. Frank Boyles stated that a system might be appropriate which
would turnover half the committee every year. It was suggested that hand-
outs on the buses might help to identify those people who are interested in
serving as PACT members. Dave Pesch and Frank Boyles will further explore
this matter and take necessary steps.
The meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
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CITYOi"
PLYNOUTR
January 28, 1986
Mr. Douglas Schroeder
5230 Vicksburg Lane North
Plymouth, MN 55446 '
Dear Doug,
Thank you for taking the time to come to the council meeting last
night to present such a well-documented scenerio on the Vicksburg
Lane project.
I've enjoyed our discussions the past several weeks and I have really
learned alot! My apologies for "sending you on" but if I can serve no
other purpose at this time beyond being a catalyst at least the end
result should be the same.
I appreciate you telling me about the lack of security you've experienced
at city hall and I'm pleased to tell you that two attorneys called my
office this morning.(one works for a law firm that serves as city attorney
for other municipalities and the other is currently representing a client
in litigation against the city) and they both concur with the point that
you were trying to make. Being accomodating is one thing, being careless
is another.
You also refer to missing documents in the file. Last weekend I had reason
to talk with members of a few homeowners associations regarding how the
city policy addresses notification of interested parties of upcoming agenda
items. More than one said that when they did have an opportunity to review
the files, often times the files were incomplete and they believe its pos-
sible that the staff could be using the documents to prepare the reports
but the question comes up on why there isn't a notation to that affect in
the file? (later in the evening we also discussed the check-out procedure
for the city -owned cable camera/VCR equipment because I was shocked to learn
that we have a reservation system, not an accountable check-out system.
Don't apologize for your expectation of complete, accurate documentation.
I don't plan to either. Good business practices are still in style!
Thanks again.
Sincerely,
Au�
Maria Vasiliou
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PLYMOUTR
January 27, 1986
Mr. Bob Richel
18205 County Road 24
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Bob,
What's this I hear about your recent surgery? I understand that the
prognosis is excellent and I wish you a speedy and complete recovery.
If you or Mrs. Richel need transportation to the hospital please don't
hesitate to call me. You're wonderful neighbors and have been a real
asset to our community.
As you recover, Bob, just keep picturing that marvelous garden you
have every summer and count down the days until it's time to start
all the work.
Thanks for your call regarding the council appointment. It will be
an interesting year to say the very least.
Please stay in touch and my very best wishes to you you both.
Sincerely,
AAX-14�
Maria Vasiliou
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVAPE). PLYMOUTH, N!INNESOTA 5',447, TELEPHONE (6,12) 559128";0
CITY Or=
PUMOUTR
January 28, 1986
Mrs. Ralph Sherman
11009 Hwy 55
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Mrs. Sherman,
I spoke with Laurie Houk about your desire to change your voting
location and also with Marjorie Christenson, Election Supervisor
Hennepin County and the information you've been given in the past
is correct. The city determines the locations and these locations
don't change as a matter of convenience. I'm not sure that's right
or wrong but I do sympathize with your problem of having a location,
right next door and not being able to use it. I can also see the
city's position regarding the confusion that could result if there
are several exceptions.
Here's what we can do: (1) We can mail you absentee ballots for
your convenience or, if you prefer (2) I will personally see that
you have transportation to your designated polling place for the next
election. As I told you on the phone, I think it's wonderful that
Senior Citizens want to continue to exercise their right to vote and
I'll do anything I can to facilitate that desire. I enjoy widespread
Senior Citizen support and will continue to work hard to earn that
support.
Please call me again and tell me if either of these solutions will work
for you.
Sincerely,
/�" VW�
Maria Vasiliou
p.s, I love your slogan that "Politicians promises are like pie crusts...
made to be broken" but I am still going to ask you to add, "but once
in awhile you get a good one!"
34•'i0 PLYh'C'UTN FOULFVARi>, PL1't^OU1H. Mi1JNEEC,Ti= 51. 44TELEPHOIJE (612)5592850
CITY OE
PUMOUTR
January 28, 1986
Mr. and Mrs. Dwaine Johnson
5110 N Vicksburg Lane
Plymouth, MN 55446
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Johnson,
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It was a pleasure meeting you last night and I would again like to
thank you for the confidence you have placed in me. When Doug Schroeder
first called he said he got my name from you and that you have told him
that at least I would listen to him. I'm not all that worldly in some
of these areas but I will work to help someone access the system and get
the answers. I think it's a horrible commentary when people just plain
give up because they feel they "can't fight city hall."
I would be pleased to meet with you when you return from your vac:atiOri
regarding your other matter and I want you to know how much I appreciate
your desire to work something out without litigation.
You made an interesting observation last night at the council meeting
Mr. Johnson when you said that the city seems to have policies that nobody
else knows about. I'm particularly sensitive to that comment because I've
experienced the same feeling several times over the past twelve months.
I'm assured that it isn't true but the at the very least the perception
exists and you're one more person who reinforces my belief.
Have a nice vacation and we'll talk when you return. Thanks again for
your support . ..I'm sorry we haven't met sooner!
Regards,
/)?Ptk,�
Maria Vasiliou
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CITYO�
PUMOUTR
January 27, 1986
Mary Powell
Public Information Coordinator
WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOLS
210 State Hwy -101 North
P.O. Box 660
Wayzata, MN 55391-9990
Dear Mary,
I agree with the school board members who characterize your new
position as being one of the most important in the district. I
totally agree that they made an "outstanding choice" when they
selected you for the position.
It has been my pleasure to work with you through the Community
Education Department as well as assorted other community projects
and I've always marveled at your ability to "get it done!" Your
charm and wit don't hurt at all!
As you know I serve as the council coordinating representative
for #284 and 1 look forward to working even closer with you. The
city and the school district have some tough decisions down the
road. Having said that, why don't we stat with an easy project,
like changing the name of the district to include Plymouth in the
name::: You don't think I've forgotten, do you?!
My very sincere congratulations
any way please don't hesitate to
home (473-2316).
Warm personal regards,
iiou Maria
to you and if I can be of help in
call me at work (546-8279) or at
p.s. Let's have breakfast or lunch in the next couple weeks.
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
CITY &'-
PUNOUTR
January 28, 1986
Memo to: Mayor/Council
From: Maria Vasiliou
Subject: Cable TV
One of the things that we did not discuss regarding the use of the
cable channel was the city position on using the channel for city
election information. That was the main reason I thought we were
getting a policy together.
In my opinion (and if I interpret the FCC guildelines correctly)
it is more than appropriate to allow candidate interviews during a
city election. I think it's quite clear why we didn't allow it last
election. As you know, I also think it was a bad decision.
I would like the policy that is now being developed to address this
issue specifically, please.
Thanks.
'W') PLYP.1C)UlH BOULEVARD, PLY M, OUT H, MINNLS)lA 5)5-,7, TELEPHONE (612155928i':,