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Council Information Memorandum 09-19-1986
t r tt F �,*�C4_ITY OF PLYMOUTH+ CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM September 19, 1986 UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS..... 1. BUDGET STUDY SESSIONS -- The Council will hold two Budget Study Sessions the week of September 22: a) Monday, September 22, 6:00 p.m. b) Wednesday, September 24, 6:00 p.m. All meetings will be held in the Council conference room. A light dinner will be provided for all meetings at 5:30 P.M. 2. PLANNING COMMISSION -- Wednesday, September 24, 7:30 p.m. The Planning Commission will meet in the City Council Chambers. Agenda attached. (M-2) 3. HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY -- Thursday, September 25, 7:00 p.m. The Housing and Redevelopment Authority will meet in the City Council Chambers. Agenda attached. (M-3) 4. BREAKFAST MEETINGS WITH SANDRA GARDEBRING -- Metropolitan Council Chair, Sandra Gardebring has scheduled two breakfast meetings for Hennepin County municipal officials to discuss their concerns and ideas about the Metropolitan Council and also Metropolitan Council priorities for 1987. The first "dutch treat" breakfast meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 1 at the Kopper Kettle Restaurant, 225 Central Avenue in Osseo beginning at 7:30 a.m. The second meeting will be on October 8, 7:30 a.m., at the Hopkins House, 1501 Highway 7, Hopkins. If any member of the Council would be interested in attending either of these meeting, please advise Laurie. A copy of the meeting notice is attached. (M-4) 5. ITT CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS GROUND BREAKING -- A ground breaking ceremony for ITT's corporate headquarters complex will be held Monday, September 29 from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. A copy of the invita- tion is attached. (M-5) 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM September 19, 1986 Page Two 6. ERICKSON'S NEWMARKET RECEPTION -- Councilmembers have been invited to attend a preview reception and ribbon cuttng/grand opening of the Erickson's Newmarket store (formerly Erickson's Super Valu), 1605 Highway 101. The reception will be held Tuesday, September 23 -at 7:30 p.m., with the ribbon cutting/grand opening scheduled for Wednesday, September 24 at 7:00 a.m. A copy of the invitation is attached. (M-6) FOR YOUR INFORMATION....... 1. DISTRICT 284 STUDIES CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS -- Attached is an article from the September 15 Wayzata Plymouth Sailor on the Wayzata School Board's consideration of required capital improvements to its facilities. The School Board had appointed a task force to study capital needs for the District's buildings and recommend funding alternatives for the improvements. The Task Force is recommending the District allot a total of $4.531 million for the improvement projects. The task force has also recommended the District annually levy $100,000 for the capital improvements. (I-1) 2. MICHAEL LEMON LAWSUIT -- Dick Carlquist has prepared the attached memorandum detailing the Michael Lemon lawsuit. As the Council may be aware, Mr. Lemon was awarded $5,000 in compensatory damages and $6,000 in punitive damages by the U. S. District Court on Monday, September 15. Dick now advises that the settlement has been amended to $9,000 compensatory damages and no punitive damages. (I-2) 3. LEAGUE OF CITIES REGIONAL MEETING -- Bob Zitur attended the regional meeting of the League of Mlnne—s`ota Cities on September 17. Attached for your information are copies of the League's issue papers presented at the meeting. (I-3) 4. MINUTES -- The following minutes are attached: a. Planning Commission, September 10, 1986 (I -4a) b. Bassett Creek Water Management Commission, August 21, 1986 (I -4b) 5. FALL FLUSHING SCHEDULE -- The fall watermain flushing program is scheduled to begin on September 24 and continue until October 24. The flushing schedule is as follows: Sept. 24 - 26 Industrial areas both sides of I-494, south of Highway 55. Sept. 25 - Oct. 8 Residential areas west of I-494 Oct. 14 - Oct. 24 Residential areas east of I-494 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM September 19, 1986 Page Three A more detailed listing of areas and dates is attached for your use. (I-5) 6. WOODCREEK HOMEOWNERS MEETING -- The Woodcreek Homeowners will meet on September 23 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss problems associated with a ditch eroding several backyards in the area. At the Homeowners' request, City Engineer Sherm Goldberg will be in attendance at the meeting. A copy of their meeting notice is attached. (I-6) 7. CLAIM -- Attached is a copy of claim submitted by Mr. Ken Jude of Maple Lake, Minnesota, for vehicular damages and business income loss incurred as a result of an accident with a Plymouth squad car. (I-7) 8. AUGUST REPORT OF VIDEO OPERATIONS -- The attached report prepared by George Torline, Video Producer, provides information on the video staff's activities, past and current events, statistical information on the cable channel 7 operations, and future objectives. (I-8) 9. DICK CARLQUIST NAMED AS "OUTSTANDING CIVIL DEFENSE DIRECTOR" -- The Minnesota Association of Civil Defense Directors has named Dick Carlquist as "Outstanding Director" for the metro region area. Attached is a copy of the plaque presented to Dick. (I-9) 10. CORRESPONDENCE: a. Letter to Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry, Occupational Safety and Health, from Lyle Robinson, advising of the City's compliance with citations received as a result of OSHA inspections at Fire Stations No. 1 and 2. (I -10a) b. Letter to Mr. Gordon Johnson, 16600 63rd Avenue No., Maple Grove, from Sherm Goldberg, requesting the installation of a snow fence around the sedimentation pond at 45th and Larch Lane. (I -10b) c. Letter to Mr. Ted Hoffman, Chief Design Engineer, Hennepin County Department of Transportation, from Fred Moore, regarding the review of plans for new County Road 9. (I -10c) d. Letter of appreciation to Mrs. Joyce McCaughey, Medicine Lake Garden Club, for Mayor Schneider, thanking her and the Garden Club for planting and maintaining the floral bed in front of the City Center. As a token of the City's appreciation, the City also provided the Club with a check for $100 towards its scholarship fund. (I -10d) James G. Willis City Manager PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 1986 WHERE: Plymouth City Center 3400 Plymouth Boulevard 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. 1. CALL TO ORDER 7:30 P.M. 2. ROLL CALL 3.* APPROVAL OF MINUTES Planning Commission Minutes, September 10, 1986 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. Perkins Family Restaurant. Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan and Variance for expansion of the restaurant at 2945 Empire Lane. (86101) 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Erwin and Kevin Stobbe. Lot Division and Variance to redivide two platted lots at 12220 28th Avenue North. (86103) 6. OLD BUSINESS A. Paul Suomala. Preliminary Plat for "Suomala Addition" for the creation of three single family residential lots at 430 Vinewood Lane and south of Sixth Avenue No. (86076) 7. OTHER BUSINESS A. Discussion of Amendments to Zoning Ordinance 8. ADJOURNMENT 9:30 P.M. A G E N D A PLYMOUTH HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Special Meeting September 25, 1986 7:00 P.M. I. Roll Call II. Approval of Minutes for August 18, 1986 Meeting and September 10, 1986 Pretermination Hearing III. 1987 H.R.A. Fund Budget Recommendation A. Budget Information for Various Programs B. Apartment Owners/Managers Survey Re: Section 8 Program IV. Section 8 Annual Contributions Contract Renewal V. Scattered Site Home Ownership Program A. Glacier Meadows Project Status -Program Income B. Continued Search for Other Possible Sites for Future Development VI. Elderly Housing Market Survey Update VII. Other Business VIII. Adjournment September 12, 1986 TO: Local Officials SUBJECT: Regional Breakfast Meeting o -titan i Metropolitan Council 300 Metro Square Building Seventh and Robert Streets St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 Telephone (612) 291-6359 Autumn is rapidly approaching and soon it will again be time for the annual series of the Metropolitan Council Chair's regional meetings. These meetings have been held by Council chairs since 1975 and provide an excellent opportunity for you to hear a little about the issues the Metropolitan Council is dealing with, as well as providing a forum to express your concerns and ideas about the Council and its work. I intend to spend some time discussing the Council's priority projects for next year, and some of the metropolitan issues we think the legislature may address in 1987. However, I really hope that most of the meeting can be devoted to hearing your thoughts about what you think we're doing right and what we're doing wrong, and what things we should be doing in the future. My plan is to have two breakfast meetings in Hennepin County. The first will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 1, at the Kopper Kettle Restaurant, 225 Central Av., Osseo. The second will be on Wednesday, Oct. 8, at the Hopkins House, 1501 Highway 7, Hopkins. Both meetings will be a Dutch treat breakfast at 7:30 a.m. look forward to seeing you and other public officials from Hennepin County at one of these breakfast meetings. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me at 291-6453• Please RSVP to Rosemarie Johnson at 291-6391. Sincerely, Sandra S. Gardebring Chair, Metropolitan Council An Equal Opportunity Employer Ll s ml nT Life Insurance Corporation, Northwestern National Life Insurance Company and Ryan Construction Company cordially invite you to attend the ground breaking cekbration for IM corporate comp4x in Plymouth, Minnesota,.vn -Mandan September 29, 1986 fi»m 330 -to Location: Northwest quadrant of County Road 18 and Highway 55 r z -a CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 MEMO DATE: September 19, 1986 TO: James G. Willis - City Manager FROM: Richard J. Carlquist, Public Safety Director SUBJECT MICHAEL LEMON LAWSUIT On Monday, September 15, 1986, a U.S. District Court Jury awarded Michael Lemon $5,000.00 in compensatory damages and $6,000.00 in punitive damages in a case arising out of an alleged civil rights violation that occurred in July of 1983. This case involved three Plymouth Police Officers (neighboring jurisdictions' police officers were also involved), who were called to the scene of a Plymouth residence to assist a female resident in moving out of her home. This was the home of Michael Lemon. He and the female resided together for approximately four months. The female was afraid of Michael Lemon because he had been drinking and had exhibited violent behavior in the past. In fact, the police.officers had been called to that residence approximately three days before this call in question. The female was only interested in obtaining her property, in particular, a sewing machine that had been given to her by her mother. She unlocked the door and invited the three officers in. Once inside, all hell broke loose! Michael Lemon was very proficient in karate. He had many trophies on display in his livingroom testifying to his proficiency in karate. To make a long story short, Michael Lemon had to be forcibly restrained and was at one point struck with a baton. Mr. Lemon subsequently pled guilty in municipal court to disorderly conduct. However, he later brought suit against the City, myself, and the three Plymouth police officers. As is too often the case in domestic disputes, Michael Lemon and his girlfriend made up. I understand from reading the newspaper account of the jury award, that he and his girlfriend plan to marry next summer. She was a witness against us! The officers in this case were John Stirratt, Ted Larson, and Bob Levens. I do not believe that these officers were guilty of any malfeasance or willful or wanton neglect of duty. They followed department procedure in assisting the alleged victim in retrieval of her property. They also followed department procedure in using only that force necessary to effect an arrest. Because of the jury finding in this case, the Police Department will be "tightening up" the domestic abuse policy. When confronted in the future with circumstances that involve only the retrieval of personal property, our officers will be directed not to intervene unless a specific legal process (search warrant, restraining order, etc.) is involved. And, if the legal process specifically directs the sheriff and/or his deputies to serve said process, we will only act to assist in those cases. In other words, we will not be the primary agency involved but only act in a support capacity. Obviously our motto of protection of life and property is being amended by our change in policy. But it appears necessary. The entrance into one's castle, the sanctity of one's home, just to retrieve personal property is apparently not a good idea. For one thing, it exposes both the alleged victim and the police officers to the potential of a violent confrontation. If we had the proposed policy change in effect at the time that the original James G. Willis September 19, 1986 Page Two Lemon case evolved, we would more than likely still have been sued! The suit would have been for failure to act. The exposure would probably have been minimal -- perhaps just a replacement of a sewing machine and some other personal items. No matter what we do, we're caught in a "Catch 22". From a risk analysis point of view, we are just proceeding along a line of least resistance and exposure. RJC:gs A late development -- I have just been informed that the settlement has been amended to $9,000.00 compensatory damages and no punitive damages. league of minnesota cities Regional Meeting Agenda Afternoon Session 2:30 - 4:30 pm 1. Status Report of LMC Legislative Committees 2. Update on Insurance Issues a. League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust b. Tort Liability Changes 3. Question/Answer Session Table Talk Session 5:00 - 6:30 pm City officials will be able to visit with representatives from the Department of Transportation, Department of Energy and Economic Development, Department of Natural Resources, Department of Health and the Pollution Control Agency. Evening Program 6:30 - 9:30 pm 1. Dinner 2. Welcome by Host City 3. LMC President's Comments 4. City Policy Issues 5. Question/Answer Period 6. Brief Comments by Legislative Candidates 1 83 university avenue east, st. paul, minnesota 551 01 CB 1 2) 227-5800 tiro i LL Ii! i I I F, -if! L.,__LLLJ league, of minneeota cities DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIES ISSUE PAPER The Development Strategies Committee has identified several areas of study for revision in the League policy governing this field. I. TAX INCREMENT FINANCE During the last session of the Legislature, the House of Representatives passed a • bill which developed new requirements for tax increment finance. The bill did not become law. These requirements, however, included the establishment of a limit for tax increment finance activity by cities, a substantial change in the pre -79 project law, and a number of other changes. The committee will review this area \ with Representative Schreiber who drafted the bill. They will develop a proposed policy on tax increment finance with last year's legislation as well as new federal restrictions in mind. II. PORT AUTHORITY LEGISLATION The Legislature enacted an economic development authority law which substantially fulfilled the League policy which suggested that all cities should have the ability to establish port authorities in order to do economic development programs. However, the bill which was signed into law by the Governor contains some significant limitations as compared with the pre-existing port authority statutes which were enacted for individual cities. The committee will consider whether the League should seek additional legislation in this field or be content with the products of the Legislature during the last session. III. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS The committee is reviewing the operation of the various programs of technical and financial assistance of the Department of Energy and Economic Development. The committee will consider the adequacy of these programs and develop policy to affirm or ask modification of the DEED programs in this field. IV. HOUSING The currently pending Federal Tax Reform Act renders the current League policy in the housing field in need of substantial revision. The Development Strategies Committee is awaiting the completion of the Federal Tax Reform Act so that the League may work on a policy position which would conform to the restrictions contained in the new federal law. CO1 2] 22�-5CO E33 _, -� versity avenue east, st. pain, m�innesota 551 01 O Government Structure and General Legislation Committee Issue Paper Committee to focus efforts on tort reform In 1985, the Legislature responded to recent increases in the cost of insuring cities and other local units of government from public liability exposure. The legislation can perhaps be best described as a modest effort to reduce municipal liability exposure in state court actions. Experiences since the enactment of the legislation has demonstrated a continued need for legislative limitations on liability. Further, recent Minnesota court decisions have raised the question regarding the utility of the 1985 legislative enactments. The Government Structure and General Legislation Committee (GSGL) is expected to review and act on both general and specific policy options for further limiting the exposure of municipalities. These policy options include: 1. Adopting additional legislative language supporting the continued existence of the municipal tort liability act. Limiting cities liability exposure for specific types of torts, as well as for overall damage amounts. This action is felt by many to be necessary to prevent a court of law from ruling that the Tort Liability Act is unconstitutional as a violation of the Equal Protection Clause of the Constitution. 2. Addressing the recent Minnesota Appeal's Court decision that held the participation of cities in self-insurance pools, such as the League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust, constitutes a waiver of statutorily provided for defenses to liability. 3. Clarifying the exposure of cities and their taxypayers to punitive damages claims brought against their officers and/or employees. 1985 legislation prohibits cities from indemnifying officers charged by the court with punitive damages for willful or malicious actions. Proposals by interested parties include requiring indemnification for any punitive damage, abolishing punitive damages for government employees, granting governmental bodies the discretion to idemnify employees for punitive damages, or limiting the amount that can be assessed any employee. 4. Possible modifications to 1985 legisation that limits municipal exposure for joint and several liability. These changes may be necessitated due to the potential equal protection problem caused by hte enactment of the section protecting local units of government, but not private citizens or businesses, without specific findings rationalizing the legislative action. The GSGL Committee is also expected to address problems with the open meeting law, state mandates, special assessments, and elections. L11fill t1w,lil �=league of minnesota cities LAND USE, ENVIRONMENT, ENERGY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE STUDYING WASTEWATER TREATMENT FINANCING Wastewater Treatment The 1986 Legislature adopted several of the League's proposals for administrative changes in the wastewater treatment construction grants program as well as enacting League supported legislation authorizing the privatization of wastewater treatment systems. The 1987 legislature is expected to continue the analysis of the existing grant program, explore the creation of a revolving loan fund, and decide on a level of state financial assistance in wastewater treatment programs. Despite determined efforts by local governments and the state, there is still an estimated need for wastewater treatment systems costing approximately $1.1 billion. This need is required to be met by federal legislation that mandates all dischargers of sewage effluent to meet federal standards by 1988. The committee will address the following issues: 1. The level of state financial assistance. Currently, the state contributes approximately $11 million to the state wastewater treatment financial assistance program which is raised out of the cigarette tax. This contrasts significantly with Wisconsin which has raised over $260 million for state assistance to local governments. 2. The type of state financial assistance. Current federal and state financial assistance programs are in the form of matching grants. There has been preliminary discussions regarding the creation of a revolving loan fund which would provide low or no interest loans, rather than grants, to communties. Whether to proceed with this approach, its level of funding, eligibility requirements, and interplay with the existing grant programs are all issues which need resolution. 3. Additional administrative or agency changes. The future role of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency in this area is currently under consideration. Options range from removing the agency totally from grant administration oversight to having the agency take complete control of system construction with municipalities taking over the operation and maintenance of the system once the state finishes its construction. 4. Fees for discharge permits. The legislature recently increased the level of state fees for the administration and enforcement of wastewater treatment laws. The fee formula and fee levels are issues 1 83 university avenue east, st. paul, minnesota 551 01 (61 2) 227-5600 that will be addressed by the committee. Other committee issues include land use and planning legislation, annexation, solid and hazardous waste management, surface and groundwater protection programs, and transportation and transit legislation. ifllll U league of minnesota cities Personnel and Public Safety Committee Issue Paper Rule of 85 Extension. Should eligibility to retire with an unreduced benefit with any combination of age and years of service equalling 85 or more years be extended to people who qualify on or after January 1, 1987. Local Police and Fire Relief Associations Merging into PERA. Should members of the local police and paid fire pension plans be allowed to elect coverage under PERA rather than their local plan. Should this be allowed and encouraged if the local plan is eliminated and all active former local members draw benefits and pay contributions under the PERA formula, with the transferring city paying full actuarial costs to PERA. Workers Compensation Offset. Should PERA be allowed to pay full disability benefits to disabled members (especially police and fire members) while the disabled member draws workers compensation payments, as is permitted under the local police and fire plans. Funded Retirees Health Insurance. Should PERA be establish a program to offer health insurance to retired employees. If so, should it be fully or partially financed be governmental employees. Should cities have the option whether or not to participate. Elected Officials Retirement. Should elected officials and volunteers (i.e. ambulance) be subject to the regular PERA program with an option of membership when salary reaches $325 per month. Or should they be covered under a defined contribution plan similar to an IRA. Discipline and Discharge. Minnesota statutes currently constitute a legal mine field for public employers seeking to discipline or discharge their employees. Any grievance or disciplinary action undertaken by a city may involve the state's Veteran Preference Laws, Public Employer Labor Relations Act, civil service or merit systems, Human Rights Act, as well as federal and state constitutional due process requirements. The committee is currently considering two major approaches to solving the discipline and discharge problem. 1. Accelerate discharge procedures. While the League does not opposes termination hearings where they are required by state statute or federal or state constitutions, it seems an unnecessary waste of taxpayers' money to allow these procedures to last in excess of a year in some cases. The problem, is exaggerated under the state's Veterans Preference Law which provides that a veteran is suspended with pending a final determination by a veterans preference board. In many cases, the result has been payment by the municipality for two employees during the suspension period, a result which is particularly burdensome to small communities. The PPS committee will be studying ways to streamline discharge processes, particularly the veterans preference statutes. 1 63 university avenue east, st. paul, minnesota 551 01 (B 1 2] 227-5000 Personnel and Public Safety Issue Paper Page 2 2. Dual Disciplinary Hearings. Under current law, employees covered under both a collective bargaining agreement grievance and discharge procedures who are also veterans protected under the veterans preference statutes, are entitled to hearings under both procedures. The result is not only grossly inefficient, but may also be unworkable since the standards for court review of the decisions of veterans preference boards and grievance arbitrators vary significantly. The Minnesota Supreme Court, in a recent case, indicated its dissatisfaction with the dual hearing mechanism. The committee will consider a policy that legislation be enacted providing that a public employee faced with a potential discharge, would be required to select a single hearing procedure. Pay Equity. The 1986 legislature again considered the issue of pay equity or "comparable worth", in the end enacting a modification to the 1984 statute that, in the opinion of many, has substantially weakened the ability of local governments and other units of government to maintain equitable compensation relationships in the light of arbitrations for essential employees. The PPS committee will attempt to evaluate problems experienced by cities in the process of implementing the studies, as well as potential problems in maintaining equity once the studies are implemented. league of minnesota cities REVENUE SOURCES COMMITTEE DEBATING PROPERTY TAX REFORM AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT AID Although cities were spared major cuts in their state funding this year, the 1987 legislature is likely to consider changes in the property tax system and local government aid program which could dramatically affect cities' revenues and budgets. The Revenue Sources Committee, composed of representatives from cities throughout the state, will be studying these key tax and financing issues during the next two months. The Committee's recommendations will be the first step in defining the League's legislative policies and priorities for next year. Issues the Committee is considering include: * Property Tax Reform: While applauding simplification and accountability as desirable property tax reform goals, the League's draft policy cautions the legislature to analyze proposals not just for their impact statewide, but also for their effect on individual communities. Major shifts in the relative tax burdens among taxing jurisdictions must be avoided as should major shifts in tax burdens among property classes. The League's draft policy also argues that local government aid should be maintained as an essential component of the property tax relief system. Additionally, property tax reforms should not jeopardize existing tax increment financing districts. * Local Government Aid: The League's draft policy supports continuation of the local government aid program with annual appropriations increases of six percent in 1988 and 1989. The Revenue Sources Committee will be debating whether the League should recommend specific revisions in the current formula or general principles for reform. These general principles could include: the formula should reflect both need and revenue raising capacity of a municipality; a city's decisions on expenditures for "basic municipal services" should be a factor in the formula; and any major formula changes should allow for adequate transition periods. * Levy Limits: The League's draft policy recommending repeal of levy limit laws will be especially important if local governments are forced to contend with cuts in state and 1 83 university avenue east, st. paul, minnesota 551 01 (61 23 227-5600 federal financial aid. * Muncipal Bonds: The League's draft policy favors permanent repeal of interest rate limits on bonds enabling cities to respond to changing market forces and federal action. * Local Option Taxes: The League is considering policy which favors granting cities local option to utilize -- non-traditional revenue sources, such as sales taxes, to replace loss in state shared revenues. 1111 ilii I 7in il{ league of minnesota cities CURRENT FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE POLICY ISSUES General Revenue Sharing With future funding of General Revenue Sharing uncertain, alternatives to the current program of direct federal assistance to local government are being considered by the LMC Federal Legislative Committee. LMC policy continues to support full funding of GRS, along with explicit concern for future targeting of GRS payments to recognize differences in fiscal capacity and the essential role of the federal government in assuring adequate levels of service at the local level. The committee will discuss provisions of the Targeted Fiscal Assistance Act (S. 2037) introduced by Senator David Durenberger and recommend policy to the membership in November. Federal Tax Reform Alarm has replaced earlier concerns over provisions of federal tax reform legislation that severely restrict cities' authority to issue municipal bonds. Imposition of unworkable tests for tax-exempt financing along with the further lowering of an arbitrary per capita volume limit for many types of bonds have left cities without many of the development and public financing tools they have traditionally used to improve local economies and infrastructure. Pending final adoption of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, the LMC Federal Legislative Committee has been monitoring the legislative deliberations and will make specific recommendations on its provisions with respect to their impact on city finances and development initiatives. Housing Loss of federal housing programs and assistance since 1981 has left cities without the means to provide low and moderate income housing to meet the demand for affordable residential units except through the use of single and multifamily housing bonds. Federal tax reform restrictions may make access to such bond authority even more limited than at present. In that circumstance, the Legislative Committee may look to new strategies and financing alternatives to meet cities' housing needs. Gramm-Rudman I 82 university avenue east, st. paul, minnesota 551 01 (01 2) 227-5000 The turning over of direct responsibility for deficit reduction to non -elected federal bureaucrats and the sacrifice of 100 percent of federally funded programs and aid to cities to that budget -cutting process has created a sense of dismay and concern among cities. Members of the Federal Legislative Committee will examine the impact of Gramm-Rudman on cities in 1986 and look at projections for FFY187. Opposition to this means of deficit reduction is likely to be recommended to member cities in November. Stormwater Permits Current LMC federal policy expresses strong opposition to diverting wastewater treatment construction grant funds to address non -point source pollution problems and opposes 1985 proposed EPA stormwater regulations that would require city testing of thousands of outfall sites for stormwater discharge. Modification of the stormwater permit regulations has been making its way through Congress as part of the reauthorization of the Clean Water Act. The Federal Legislative Committee will examine the results of Congressional efforts to develop policy dealing with pollution problems resulting from stormwater run-off and will recommend a position reflecting cities' interests in the compromise legislation. Hazardous Materials Transportation The committee has been following NLC policy deliberations and is working together with the LMC Land Use, Energy, and Transportation Committee to develop policy on the roles cities play in the routing, emergency response, and regulation of the shipment of hazardous materials. rya CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES SEPTEMBER 10, 1986 The Regular Meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was called to order at 7:30 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Steigerwald, Commissioners Stulberg, Plufka, and Pauba MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioners Wire, Magnus and Mellen STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Coordinator Sara McConn City Engineer Sherm Goldberg Planning Secretary Grace Wineman *CONSENT AGENDA MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE Stulberg to adopt the Consent Agenda as submitted. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED *MINUTES MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE Stulberg to approve the August 27, 1986 Minutes as submitted. VOTE. 4 Ayes. PUBLIC HEARINGS Chairman Steigerwald introduced the application by Berg & Associates and requested an overview of the August 25, 1986 Planning Staff Report by Coordinator McConn. Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Sohn Hatzung, representing the petition. Mr. Hatzung had no questions and commended staff for their assistance and thorough review of their plan. 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 Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner Plufka to recommend approval for the Preliminary Plat for "Berg Addition", subject to the conditions listed in the August 25, 1986 staff report. Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried. -185- VOTE - MOTION CARRIED JOHN HATZUNG PRELIMINARY PLAT BERG do ASSOCIATES (86093) MOTION TO APPROVE VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Page 186 Planning Commission Minutes September 10, 1986 Chairman Steigerwald introduced the application by Mr. Clarence LaPointe. Reading of the August 25, 1986 Planning Staff Report was waived. Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Clarence LaPointe. Mr. LaPointe had reviewed the report and had no questions or comments. Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, as there was no one present to speak on the item, the Public Hearing was closed. CLARENCE LaPOINTE REZONING, PRELIMINARY PLAT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT "FRENCHIE LaPOINTE'S ADDITION (86094) MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE Pauba to recommend approval for the Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, and Conditional Use Permit for Clarence L. LaPointe, for "Frenchie LaPointe Addition", subject to the conditions as listed in the August 25, 1986 staff report. Roll Call Vote. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried. NEW BUSINESS MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Stulberg to recommend approval for Robert Wood for CBM Industries for a Site Plan Amendment, subject to the conditions of approval as listed in the August 26, 1986 Planning Staff Report. VOTE. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried. MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Stulberg to recommend approval for the Final Landscaping and Grading Plan for Trammell Crow Company for "Plymouth Business Center 3rd Addition", subject to compliance with Resolution No. 85-747. VOTE. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried. Petitioners and/or representatives for those applications to be discussed under "Old Business" items were not present, Chairman Steigerwald moved up the discussion items under "Other Business". VOTE - MOTION CARRIED *ROBERT WOOD CBM INDUSTRIES, INC. SITE PLAN AMENDMENT (86092) MOTION TO APPROVE VOTE - MOTION CARRIED *TRAMMELL CROW CO. FINAL LANDSCAPING AND GRADING PLAN FOR PLYMOUTH BUSINESS CENTER 3RD ADDITION (85044) MOTION TO APPROVE VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Page 187 Planning Commission Minutes September 10, 1986 OTHER BUSINESS The Commission discussed the December meeting calendar. It was the consensus that the Commission will meet on the first and third Wednesdays of that month, December 3rd and 17th. Commissioner Stulberg advised he will be unable to attend the second meeting in November (November 19th). Coordinator McConn explained the City Council's discussions concerning streamlining the application procedures; one sug- gestion was the elimination of the requirement for a Conditional Use Permit to construct a single family resi- dence in the R-2 Zoning District (and other Conditional Use Permits would also be reviewed); and, Commercial/Industrial Site Plans which do not abut residential property and that totally meet the requirements may be administratively approved. She stated that Community Development Director Blair Tremere is preparing materials for the Commission's review, and has suggested that the Commission set a study meeting, dinner meeting, or as part of their regular agenda, to discuss and make their recommendations regarding this. Chairman Steigerwald stated that these would be reasonable changes in the application process. He had no problem with the elimination of a Conditional Use Permit to construct a single family detached home in the R-2 Zoning District, nor with the administrative approval for commercial/ industrial site plans that meet all requirements and do not abut resi- dential property. Commissioner Plufka suggested that in the case of com- mercial/industrial site plans, if administratively approved, the Commission would still receive reports on these actions. This could be made a part of their agenda such as under "Other Business", so they can remain aware of antici- pated development as it is approved. Coordinator McConn concurred, noting that staff could discuss these applica- tions with the Commission and answer any questions they may have on any items. It was the consensus of the Commission that they would dis- cuss "Streamlining the Application Procedures" at their meeting of September 24, 1986. OLD BUSINESS Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Dickman Knutson and noted there were no representatives present to speak on this item. He requested an overview of the Septem- ber 3, 1986 Planning Staff Report by Coordinator McConn. She reviewed the changes made to the plan in response to direction from the City Council at their meeting on August 18, 1986. DICKMAN KNUTSON ULTRA HOMES, INC. PUD CONCEPT PLAN AND AMENDMENT TO STAGED GROWTH ELEMENT OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN (85126) Page 188 Planning Commission Minutes September 10, 1986 Commissioner Plufka stated the Commission agrees that they are not looking for minimums, they are looking for that which is over and above the minimum requirements which constitute a Residential Planned Unit Development. In consideration of the dedication of parkland, this would be required with a conventional plat as well; he questioned where the difference is between a conventional plat and the proposed Planned Unit Development Plan for this property? Commissioner Pauba inquired what the density would be for a conventional plat. Coordinator McConn stated it could be 60 units; however, the burden woud be on the developer to prove that that number of units could be built because of develpment, and because of the minimum lot size of 18,500 sq. ft., which could produce fewer lots. Commissioner Plufka stated the plan does not meet the requirements for a Planned Unit Development. Commissioner Stulberg concurred, stating that the question is, what makes this proposal a Planned Unit Development? Chairman Steigerwald inquired about the concerns voiced by Public Works Director Fred Moore concerning the increase to sewage flow; and the problem of denying further development to the south of this property. Coordinator McConn stated that Director Moore's concern was alleviated when it was determined the sewage flow from this development and all of the NC10 Sewer District could be redirected. She noted also that the issue of the location of County 61 has been resolved. The last issue is whether this plan is appropriate as a Planned Unit Development. MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO DENY Plufka to recommend denial of the Planned Unit Development Concept Plan and Amendment to the Staged Growth Element for Dickman Knutson, Ultra Homes, Inc., for the reason that this plan does not meet the requirements for a Planned Unit Development. The Commission reviewed the PUD Attributes and concurred that this plan only partially met Nos. 2 and 5 of the Criteria. It was the consensus of opinion that a mix of housing would be preferred. VOTE. 4 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Page 189 Planning Commission Minutes September 10, 1986 Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Greg Begin, Begin Contracting Company, for Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, and General Development Plan. Reading of the September 3, 1986 Planning Staff Report was waived. Chairman Steigerwald noted this application was reviewed by the Commission at the August 27, 1986 meeting, and a recommendation was made to defer this item pending review of access for the property to the west and east. Coordinator McConn confirmed the petitioner's representative has met with the Engineering and Planning staff. Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. J. W. McKellip, Excel- sior, MN, who represents the property to the west, and noted Mr. McKellip's concern regarding access. He inquired about the negotiations between the landowners. Mr. McKellip stated there have been ongoing negotiations, but it has gotten to the point of a "take it, or leave it" proposition. They sought to buy land, however, the price was too high; and, the Begins were unwilling to buy the property to the west at the rate proposed. Mr. McKellip stated there must be access to their property, and the Begins seem to feel it is up to them whether access is provided. Commissioner Plufka inquired about the access. Coordinator McConn displayed the overhead explaining the Public Improve- ments Projects for Xenium Lane and Northwest Business Campus. Also, she addressed the public access to the McKellip property which would be a cul-de-sac of existing Xenium Lane. The construction of a public roadway through proposed Lot 1, Block 1, poses the question of reducing the buildable areas because of the required right-of-way, and increased setbacks due to the public road frontage, not only for the Begin property, but also the property to the north. Commissioner Plufka inquired about the zoning and land use guiding for these properties. Coordinator McConn pointed out the roadway separations of the land uses which include service business and high density residential designations. Chairman Steigerwald noted the problem with access to the McKellip property, and traffic circulation which is due in part to the State and County limitations for access. This In turn makes it difficult for the City, who must provide access to all properties; this has been done for the McKellip property. The Commission must make their recom- mendation and forward this application to the City Council. Mr. McKellip stated that commercial property must have "impulse" access. The access as provided is not conducive to this and by denying commercial access, the City would be BEGIN CONTRACTING CO. REZONING, PRELIMINARY PLAT AND GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN (86085) Page 190 Planning Commission Minutes September 10, 1986 denying the use of this property. It is his opinion that, in effect, the Commission is "spot" zoning this property by default. He stated that the AMOCO oil site will not have access on the east, and if there is no access on the south side, the AMOCO site will be landlocked. He was told by someone in Public Works, that a cut to proposed Vinewood Lane would not be allowed and, feels he has gotten mixed information regarding the roadway system. Engineer Goldberg stated that he does not believe this information was meant to be misleading. Engineer Goldberg and Coordinator McConn explained that shared access is possible for the parcel north of Lot 1, Block 1, with this lot to proposed Vinewood Lane. Mr. McKellip stated that in reviewing the staff report, he noted a sewer easement is being provided and he will seek further information from the Public Works Department regard- ing this. He stated the shared drive is a third of the way to their property. It is his opinion, that the City is skirting the fact that there should be simple accommodation for traffic to access their property, as access to the AMOCO property will need to be provided as well. Chairman Steigerwald explained that access is provided to all properties. Mr. McKellip stated he is asking that the City consider better planning for commercial access to the property in this area. Chairman Steigerwald stated that since an agreement could not be reached between the property owners, and it is now up to the point of considering devel- opment plans for the property owned by the Begins, the City has provided the roadway system that is called for by the Thoroughfare Guide Plan. Mr. McKellip stated he does not agree with the plan; and, that this is tantamount to "spot" zoning. Coordinator McConn clarified for Mr. McKellip that no formal proposal has been made on the parcel owned by AMOCO. George Barr, 11800, 61st Avenue North, stated that Mr. McKellip is, at the last minute, bringing up issues that they have attempted to work out over the past five or six months. They have presented Mr. McKellip with two proposals and have advised him regarding the shopping center develop- ment plans. As they heard nothing from Mr. McKellip or his representative, they moved forward with their plans. Mr. Barr stated it is unfair for Mr. McKellip to tell the Commission these issues have not been discussed and then to state that the access is unfair. They have offered Mr. McKellip a reasonable price for the land. Page 191 Planning Commission Minutes September 10, 1986 Commissioner Plufka stated that it is a difficult situation when these problems appear to have been "dropped from the blue". The Commission must work with the Land Use Guide Plan and cannot consider private negotiations for the sale of land. However, they must consider the best way to accom- modate development, and the problem seems to be serving a portion of CS (service business district) from a long cul- de-sac. For successful and useful development, the property access should be readily visible and provide quick entry. It is not a matter of ownership, but use of the property, where, because of access, the land use may no longer be viable under the present Land Use designation. The City must consider whether changes to the Land Use Guide Plan should occur and these are the issues the Commission must consider. Mr. Barr stated this is the right time for their development plans and they must follow their schedule. Commissioner Plufka noted the Commission cannot be adjudicators. MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE Stulberg to recommend approval for the Rezoning, Preliminary Plat, and General Development Plan for Begin Contracting Company, subject to the conditions as listed in the September 3, 1986 staff report. VOTE 3 Ayes. Commissioner Plufka, Nay. MOTION carried. Chairman Steigerwald informed Mr. Dickman Knutson upon his arrival, that the Commission has made their recommendation on the application for the Planned Unit Development Concept Plan and Amendment to Staged Growth Element for Ultra Homes. The application has been sent forward to the City Council with a recommendation for denial in that the pro- posal does not meet the PUD Attributes. Mr. Knutson stated his disappointment that the Commission did not wait to hear his presentation regarding the Planned Unit Development. Chairman Steigerwald explained that the other agenda items were discussed while waiting for a repre- sentative for his item. This item was under "Old Business"; and,all information regarding this proposal has been re- ceived and reviewed by the Commission. MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Pauba to recommend approval for the 1987-1991 Capital Improvement Program. VOTE 4 Ayes. MOTION carried. ADOOURNMENT Meeting adjourned at 8:40 P.M. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM j yb THE BASSETT CREEK WATER MANAGEMENT COMMISSION Minutes of the Meeting of August 21, 1986 CALL TO ORDER: The Bassett Creek Water Management Commission was called to order by Chairman Peter Enck, Thursday, August 21, 1986, 11:30 A.M., at the Minneapolis Golf Club. ROLL CALL: CRYSTAL - Alternate Commissioner Betty Herbes Dan Smith attended also GOLDEN VALLEY - Commissioner Ed Silberman MEDICINE LAKE - Commissioner Jim Padden MINNEAPOLIS - Alternate Commissioner Marvin Hoshaw MINNETONKA - Commissioner Don Asmus NEW HOPE - Commissioner Peter Enck PLYMOUTH - Commissioner Fred Moore ROBBINSDALE - Commissioner Lee Gustafson ST. LOUIS PARK - Commissioner Don Rye Counsel: Curt Pearson Engineer: Len Kremer, Barr Engineering Co. Recorder: Elaine Anderson General Mills Representative: John Schevenius APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by Ms. Herbes and seconded by Mr. Gustafson that the minutes of the July 17 meeting be approved. Carried unanimously. PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: Mr. Silberman presented the financial statement as of August 21, 1986, showing a checking account balance of $96.28, a savings ac- count balance of $33,478.18 and an investment balance of $225,548.65 and moved its approval subject to audit. Seconded by Mr. Asmus and carried unanimously. He also presented the 1986 budget report as of the same date for informational purposes. He reported that the second half of Plymouth's assessment had been received. PRESENTATION OF INVOICE FOR PAYMENT APPROVAL Mr. Silberman moved approval of the Barr Engineering Co. invoice for $10,791.82 for professional services and expenses for the period of June 14 through August 2, 1986. Seconded by Ms. Herbes and carried unanimously. Mr. Kremer said that there had been a lot of work on easements at Theodore Wirth and review of storage options for the Golden Valley Golf Club during this period of billing. MISCELLANEOUS Mr. Silberman reported that no objections to the budget as submitted has been received during the 30 -day allotted time for review. COMMUNICATIONS: Chairman: Cha—firman Enck reported that he had received copies of agreements between the City of Minneapolis and the Cities of Crystal, Golden Valley, Medicine Lake, Minnetonka, New Hope, Plymouth, Robbinsdale and St. Louis Park entered into pursuant to provisions of the Joint BC Minutes - August 21, 1986 - Page 2 Powers Agreement establishing the Bassett Creek Water Management Organization, relating to an improvement project in cooperation with the U.S. Corps of Army Engineers for the construction of the Bassett Creek flood control project. He gave the material to Mr. Asmus to be placed in the Commission files. Any other communications had been sent to Mr. Kremer. Counsel: Mr. Pearson reported that he had been contacted by the Corps relat- ing to appraisal of property for credits. They are laying out the procedures we are going to have to follow to get our credits. It is a better approach than we have had from them before. Mr. Pearson recommended than an appraiser be retained. Moved by Mr. Asmus and seconded by Mr. Asmus. The Commission will pay the appraisal fees and they will be charged to the individual projects. Commissioners: None. John Schevenius: None. Engineer: Mr. Kremer distributed a memo explaining a meeting he had had with with City representatives and representatives from the Minneapolis Star and Tribune. The meeting had been called to discuss the prob- lems in the area of the conduit entrance relating to the proposed construction of a ramp in the area to replace parking area lost because of a condominium development. In this area the conduit is built out of sandstone block which has spalled because of weather- ing. If the ramp is constructed in the proposed location the conduit has to be either repaired or replaced. In late 1984 the Corps of Engineers had issued a warning that there was potential for this conduit to fail. Mr. Hoshaw said we do not pursue this at this time because nothing will be done in the immediate future. NEW BUSINESS: 1) Chairman Enck expressing the Commission's sadness at the death earlier this month of William Sherburne, Commissioner from Crystal for many years. He requested that Elaine Anderson prepare a letter for the Commission to the City of Crystal expressing our sympathy and our gratitude for his services. 2) Review of a development plan for New Hope Terrace, a multiple family unit in New Hope at the North Branch of Bassett Creek at 36th Street and Winnetka Avenue. At the present time the drainage is through an existing storm sewer system but the majority of the water would now drain to a water quality enhancement pond. Mr. Kremer indicated that he felt that all of the parking area drainage should go into the proposed on- site inundation area and that there should be a skimming device on the outlet of the inundation area. Consensus of the Commis- sion was that this be mandatory and be part of our approval. Moved by Mr. Asmus, seconded by Mr. Moore, and carried unani- mously. OLD BUSINESS 1) Chairman Enck recommended that Counsel's address be used for the official Commission address and that new letterhead be pre- pared which will also include the address of the Engineer. BC Minutes - August 21, 1986 - Page 3 Moved by Mr. Silberman and Mr. Asmus with the proviso that any invoices for assessments indicate that the checks should be sent to the address of the deputy treasurer. Carried unani- mously. 2) A letter had been sent from Mr. Fischer of the Corps to Mr. Perry Smith asking that right-of-ways be provided f.Qr the Golden Valley Golf Course Project and the Theodore Wirth Project by August 15, 1986, as the Corps is anxious to begin construction. Mr. Kremer had prepared a description of the right-of-way for the Theodore Wirth project. A portion of the eastern edge of the Golf Course is owned by the Soo Line Railroad which could result in a significant delay in obtaining right-of-way as we will have to work with the railroad. Even though the flood levels involved are not significantly differ- ent than existing, it will take a better part of a year to obtain the easement. Chairman Enck asked if we couldn't request a meeting with the railroad in the immediate future. Mr. Pearson said he would like to think it could be worked out. The City of Minneapolis could start condemnation proceedings. It was felt that the first thing to do is to talk to the railroad. Mr. Pearson will make the contact. 3) The Golden Valley Golf Club had retained a golf course archi- tect who had recommended that the inundation area and control structure be built on the 6th fairway. They felt the embank- ment would be too high at the 9th hole and they also wished to save a huge cottonwood tree. The Corps will have to review if this location provides enough storage volume and whether the flooding of homes upstream could occur which could be a nega- tive factor. Mr. Kremer has drafted a letter to the Corps in which he has asked them to review the possibility and to out- line what would be required to relocate the structure and how much of a delay this would mean in the construction. Mr. Kremer said another possibility would be to build a smaller structure in both places but he doubted whether the Golf Course would agree to that. Mr. Moore asked if they would excavate an open water pond. Mr. Kremer said the proposed location would require excavation of more open water, and the Corps may be concerned because of additional construction costs. Mr. Moore asked if we should seriously be looking at two ponds. Mr. Pearson said the Golf Course people will not be happy with two structures as they don't want anything to do with the 9th hole location. It is expected that it would be hard to get two easements. Mr. Pearson said it would be better to ask for just the one easement. 4) Letter to Mr. Perry Smith from the Corps of Engineers outlining the proposed construction schedule and a table of expenditures. Discussion followed. Mr. Kremer said that the Corps has requested that a committee be appointed consisting of a member from the Commission, a representative of the City of Minneapo- lis, and Mr. Raasch to review the proposed construction. It was moved by Ms. Herbes and seconded by Mr. Asmus that Mr. Silberman be our Commission representative and that Mr. Kremer be our staff representative. Carried unanimously. Chairman BC Minutes - August 21, 1986 - Page 4 Enck directed Mr. Kremer to send a letter to Colonel Briggs indicating that Milt Christiansen (spelling) will be the Minne- apolis representative, Mr. Silberman will be the Commission representative, and that Mr. Kremer will be attending as our staff representative. 5) The Schedule of Expenditures included with the communication from Colonel Briggs led to a discussion on finances. Mr. Pearson asked if $262,000 in cash contributions would be required next year and whether it would be necessary to assess the municipalities. Mr. Kremer replied that if the Corps gets the money they have asked for in fiscal year 1987 they would provided $475,000 reimbursement to the communities. The above appointed committee will be working on getting a realistic schedule but it appears there is no immediate need of extra assessments. 6) The requirement of national pollution discharge permits for all storm sewers was discussed. The EPA has issued its final rule as to when these permits will be required. While the classifi- cation is unclear, Group I discharges include all storm sewers serving the metropolitan area and permits are required by December 31, 1987; Group II discharges include all other storm sewers and permits are required by June 30, 1989. In addi- tion, rules and regulations are being developed requiring communities to adopt controls of erosion at construction sites in connection with the same schedules. The PCA thinks these regulations might be modified by the Clean Water Act that is coming through Congress and the dates might be relaxed. It is going to cost between 1.1 and 8.5 billion to do the monitoring that is required. Mr. Pearson recommended that a letter be sent to Congress urging limitations of these requirements for a permit for stormwater discharge. Chairman Enck requested that Mr. Pearson send a letter to our representatives in Washington pointing out the pitfalls of the above. ADJOURNMENT Since there was no further business, it was moved by Mr. Rye and seconded by Mr. Padden that the meeting adjourn. Chairman Enck adjourned the meeting at 1:15 P.M. W. Peter Enck, Chairman Elaine Anderson, Recorder Date: Donald Asmus, Secretary jr 4 FLUSHING SCHEDULE FALL 1986 Sept 24,25 & 26 Industrial areas along I-494 both sides south of Highway 55 Sept. 29 Maple Creek, Maple Dell, & 25th. Ave. Dunkirk to 101, Steeple Chase, Fox Run. Ponderosa & Willow Ponds. 17th. and 18th. off Fernbrook, Parkers Lake, Harbor to Niagara off Co. Rd. 15. Sept. 30 Fazendin Park, Sunny acres, Queensland and 101, and Candlelight Terrace and Meadowood. Niagara to Vicksburg between Co. Rd. 15 and 9th. Ave. and Cimarron East. Oct. 1 Shiloh, Seven Ponds and Seven Ponds east. Vicksburg and Birch Briar, Birchwood, Cimarron Ponds and Zanzibar, 14th. Ave. off Co. Rd. 6. Oct. 2 Greentree, 30th. Ave. and 30th. Place off 101, Hughes Johnson, and Ambur Woods. 9th. 10th. 11th. 12th. 13th. Ave. both sides of 101, Dunkirk and Garland, south of Co. Rd. 6 and 8th. Ave. west of 101 to Queensland and Burl Oaks. Oct. 3 Pinecrest, Hadley Hills, and Ferndale North Greentree West, Maple Creek 2nd. Treehouse of Shenandoah. Vicksburg from 26th. Avenue to Hwy. 55 and Medina Rd. 32nd. 32nd. Ave. to Ranchview. Oct. 6 Hawthorne Ponds, and Kingswood Farm, Cavanaugh, and start downtown Plymouth. Vicksburg from Co. Rd. 6 to 26th. Ave. Chelsea Woods and Garland & Fountain, north of Co. Rd. 6, 19th. Ave. to Hwy. 101. Oct. 7 Downtown Plymouth, Plymouth Creek and Juneau Ln. to Amhurst. Imperial Hills and Annex, Merrimac & Olive north of Co. Rd. 6 Oct. 8 Amhurst, Oxbow, Woodale. Fernbrook from 55 to Co. Rd. 9, Fox Meadows, Park Place, Fox Glen, Cedar Ridge, and Glacier, nroth of Co. Rd. 9 FLUSHING SCHEDULE FALL 1986 Oct. 14 Creekwood Heights, Chippewa Trails, West Minister, Rappaport. Co. Rd. 15 from 494 to Zachary, including streets north & south. Oct. 15 Northwest Business Campus, Heritage Estates, 34th. Ave. to Xenium West Medicine to Co. Rd. 9. Gleanloch areas, Beacon Heights both sides of Hwy 55. Oct. 16 Sagamore, Nathan Lane both sides from Co.. Rd. 9'to 51st. Ave. Ivanhoe Woods and streets between Hwy 55 and 13th. Ave. between Nathan Ln. & Co. Rd. 18. Honeywell and Plymouth Shopping Center Oct. 20 Zachary Ln. from Co. Rd. 9 to 36th. and Four Seasons from Union Terrace to Lancaster and 36th. Ave. to Co. Rd. 9 Area from Larch Ln. to Arrowood and from -Co. Rd. 9 to 52nd :.at Larch-aAd 47th."at Arrowood. Oct. 21 Mission HIlls 4th. & 5th., Lost Lake, Colony Hills, Wellington, Pheast Hills. Areas between Larch to West Medicine and from 45th. to 58th. and 53rd. & 54th. from Larch to Goldenrod. Oct. 22 Mission Hills, Mission Ridge, Mission Ponds, and 36th. Ave. to Jonquil. Wood Creek, 32nd. East Medicine and Tibune. Area from Hemlock Ln. to Zachary from tower to 54th. Ave. including Skyline Hills and Harrison Hills. 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Currently, all of the concerts taped except the most recent event on August 26, has been on the cable channel. The August 26th concert will be on when the next playback tape is updated with new programming. The 'Plymouth Metrolink' series was completed in August. At almost nine minutes in length, the Metrolink 'Program' highlights how to get around Plymouth to enjoy many of our area's unique establishments, as well as creating an exposition of the main attractions around the City. "Recycling: Why...?" is in production after the final script subject matter had been completed in late August. This program is aimed at educating residents in Plymouth the need to recycle their household wastes for the future conservation of sanitary landfill use. I will be assisting Sue VanCleaf, the producer of the program, with any production assistance when needed. "Kids and Belts", produced by WCCO Television as part of the 'Project Lifesaver' campaign, was added to the playback tape and will continue to be cablecasted through September. This program is geared to the ages 6 through 12 audience for promoting the use of safety belts in automobles. The format used is entertaining by using puppet characters in dramatized situations. Shooting file footage of the national baseball tournament at Zachary Playfield was shot, and will be edited into a promotional spot for next year's event. The opening ceremonies were missed due to video workshops I attended that ran late. However, this will have no effect on the final promo when edited. (Continued) August Video Report Upcoming Programming -2- An 'Aerobics' promo spot will be completed in September, according to Mary Negri, Producer. When the piece is submitted, it will be included on the September playbacks tape. In cooperation with Mr. Stan Scofield, information items and promos will be added to the next playback tape promoting the fire safety week coming up in the first week in October. Items to be cablecasted have not been determined at this time. The League of Women Voters is planning a live debate to be cablecasted in October. I have been in contact with Diane Christopher, the coordinator of the debates, in regards to their production needs, Production Equipment: After using the equipment through the winter salt, dusty areas, and several trips to sanitary landfills, a cleaning of the cases and equipment was in order to aid the life and service of the equipment, This also can reflect in its resale value in the future. The Apple Macintosh Enhanced is in full swing for the use of many tasks for managing the Video Department. In fact, this report is a product from the computer. It is being used for many types of information storage and manipulation. Its used for planning productions, scripting, scheduling programs for playbacks, keeping file data on all production equipment (even the serial numbers), managing tape libraries, creating charts and graphs, 3D graphics, animation, and much more. On the page 3, a graph showing the cable channel's programming hourly totals is included in this report. Should the need arise, we will be able to access information about the cable channel when it is requested. If you have any suggestions regarding any data that should be kept, please let me know. The parts for the tripod screws have been ordered, and expected to arrive very shortly. I would like to make a recommendation to recieve a'tape head cleaner' for the VTR decks. To my knowledge, these machines have not been cleaned since my employment in October of 1985. 1 believe that it is a wise investment for the (Continued) August Video Report -3- - Aquisions, Cont. cleaning of video tape machine heads and rollers to protect our tapes and footage from permanent damage. By keeping the heads clean, the picture clarity is maintained as well. I would recommend "Allsop" brand cassette type of cleaning unit. It can be found where most consumer stores sell video tapes. I am currently investigating the differences of using a higher grade video cassette for playback tapes. With the number of generations many of our programs go through, having a higher grade video cassette could help improve on the clarity of the programs without having to spend extra funds to convert the entire tape system to a higher tape standard. The tape could also be a T-160, giving us eight hours of continueous playbacks. I will let you know of my results. August Programming Totals: The following graph depicts the amount of hours the cable channel had programming, other than the character generated billboards. The variances are due to differing lengths of the City Council Meetings. 25 20 15 Hours 10 5 0 Weekly Programming Hours 7/28/86 8/4/86 8/11/86 8/18/86 8/25/86 Week of... If you have any questions or comments about this report, please feel free to contact me, I hope this has provided you with some insight of what is happening with the video staff and cable channel. 1-9 September 15, 1986 Minn. Dept. of Labor and Industry Occupational Safety and Health 444 Lafayette Road St. Paul, MN 55101 Attn: Ann Shields Dear bis. Schields, This is to inform you that we have corrected the two items as listed on your report. The extra coats have been removed from the station and we have initiated a method of recording the service done on our fire extinguishers. Copy enclosed. Regards, Lyle C. Robinson Fire Chief LCR:ly enclosure cc: Richard J. Carlquist, Public Safety Director Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager CITY C� September 16, 1986 PLYMOUTR Mr. Gordon Johnson 16600 63rd Avenue North Maple Grove, Minnesota 55369 Subject: Swan Lake Project No. 539 Dear Gordon: It has been called to our attention by some of the neighbors that there have been children*playing near the sedimentation pond at 45th and Larch Lane. Could you maybe put up a snow fence until such time that the property is developed, and there is someone living there in order to help keep the kids away from the pond and any dangers it might create. I would appreciate it if this could be done as soon as possible. Yours very truly, Sherman L. Goldberg, P.E. City Engineer SLG:kh cc: Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager Fred Moore, Director of Public Works 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (6121559-2800 �)w CITY OF PLYMOUTR September 17, 1986 Mr. Ted Hoffman Chief Design Engineer Henn. County Dept. of Transp. 320 Washington Avenue South Hopkins, Minnesota 55343 Subject: New County Road 9 Review of Plans SAP 27-609-16 City Project No. 642 Dear Ted: We have reviewed the proposed construction plans for this project and the following is the discussion, questions, concerns and requested changes by the City of Plymouth with regard to the project design. The comments are listed below in geographic order, starting from the West and going to the East: 1. I-494 RAMPS: a. Stripe the inside lanes on the bridge in each direction as left turn only lanes. Adequate advance warning signing (LEFT LANE MUST TURN LEFT) will have to be given to the Westbound lane at a point East of I-494, Eastbound traffic at the West ramp can be kept in a right turn lane and a through lane that feeds through the West ramp to the right hand lane on the bridge. A left lane auxiliary could be introduced West of the West ramp intersection that would go through that intersection and tie into the Eastbound left turn lane, at the East ramp. Appropriate signing would be essential for this option. b. Stripe both the East and the West off -ramps to provide one lane for right turns and one lane for left turns. c. At the East ramp, the single Eastbound through lane (right lane on the bridge) should be aligned by using striping and median shaping to feed into the left hand lane of the newly reconstructed C.S.A.H. 9 heading East from the intersection. 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 Mr. Ted Hoffman September 17, 1986 Page Two d. This would enable the now exclusive Northbound off -ramp right turn only lane to enter Eastbound C.S.A.H. 9 through the "free right" and into an "add lane" situation. The right lane from the ramp will be the start of the outer lane for Eastbound traffic. There does not appear to be any problem with weaves between the East ramp and the C.S.A.H. 61 intersection. These suggestions will provide more capacity under nearly all conditions, provide for a much less turbulent operation by eliminating the need for lane jockying by the driver, and also reduce stops for some movements and overall delay. 2. XENIUM LANE (FUTURE LOCATION): The parcel North of C.S.A.H. 9 opposite the future location of Xenium Lane is proposed for development as a shopping center. Access to that site would be from a new 4th leg to the C.S.A.H. 9 and Xenium Lane intersection. It would, therefore, be necessary in the future to add an Eastbound left turn lane to that intersection. The width of the median between Xenium Lane and I-494 does not appear to be wide enough to accommodate this turn lane. Additionally, the drainage structure locations would further complicate the construction of this new Eastbound left turn lane. While it is our intention to not overly emphasize the importance of the leg to Xenium Lane, we note that most other intersections along C.S.A.H. 9 will be receiving right turn lanes. This right turn lane would eliminate the need for right turning vehicles to slow in the righthand through lane. The right hand through lane at this location will be heavily used due to traffic entering Eastbound C.S.A.H. 9 from the Northbound I-494 off -ramp and from Eastbound through traffic using the right lane to avoid being trapped behind Eastbound left turns at the East ramp intersection. Because of development proposed both to the North and to the South, it will be necessary to extend watermain services at this location. Please indicate on the plan watermain extensions "to be constructed by others". The City of Plymouth will be responsible for employing a contractor to extend this watermain during the construction of the roadway. 3. C.S.A.H. 61: In view of the existing heavy Northbound right turning volume and probable future heavy Southbound right turning volume, perhaps right turn lanes should be provided on C.S.A.H. 61 at C.S.A.H. 9. The bike path connection in the Southeast quadrant which would run from the intersection to the park has not been provided. Mr. Ted Hoffman September 17, 1986 Page Three It will be necessary to extend the City's sanitary sewer system and watermain at this intersection to be beyond the North right-of-way line of County Road 9. Please indicate on the plans these extensions "to be constructed by others". The City of Plymouth will be responsible for employing a contractor to do this necessary work. 4. COUNTY PARK ENTRANCE: The exit from the park should have two lanes at C.S.A.H. 9 to avoid delaying right turning vehicles unnecessarily, when a left turning vehicle is waiting for a gap in Westbound traffic. On page 3A of 9 of the Plans, a 30'R cul-de-sac is shown for old C.S.A.H. 9. The City standard is a 40'R. A berm approximately around the cul-de-sac traffic that this is be landscaped in the visual obstruction. 5. LARCH LANE: four foot high should be constructed to very clearly indicate for Westbound not a through street. This berm would future by the Park District to provide a Larch Lane appears to be the only intersection proposed for traffic signal control that does not have right turn lanes for traffic turning from C.S.A.H. 9. We suggest that right turn lanes be considered in order to be consistent. 6. ZACHARY LANE: We would like to see the widened section on Zachary Lane carried back further from C.S.A.H. 9. At the existing intersection on old C.S.A.H. 9, we have problems with vehicles driving on the gravel shoulders to bypass the waiting left turning vehicles on Zachary Lane. With the high percentage of turning traffic from Zachary Lane (both lefts and rights), perhaps those approaches should each have a separate lane for left turns, through traffic and right turns. The City of Plymouth has recently constructed a sanitary sewer along the East side of Zachary Lane within this area. Dan Campbell has provided the plans for this sanitary sewer to design department. This sanitary sewer should be indicated on the plans. In order to accomodate New County Road 9 there is a substantial amount of cut across the existing Zachary Lane. Within this area the City of Plymouth has located a 24" watermain. Because of the lowering of the roadway, it will be necessary to lower this watermain in order to provide adequate cover. Mr. Ted Hoffman September 17, 1986 Page Four 7. EXISTING UNION TERRACE CONNECTION: The plans provide for the removal of the existing street connection at Union Terrace Lane. The plans specify that bituminous curb would be constructed along existing 43rd Avenue where the street is removed. This. curb should be B-618 concrete curb and gutter to match the existing curb on either side of the intersection. Also the plans only specify a bituminous spillway within this area to handle the drainage. A catch basin should be con- structed to collect the water and a storm sewer constructed between this catch basin and proposed unnumbered catch basin along New County Road 9. The proposed guardrail at this location should be removed and a low berm to provide a visual barrier should be constructed. 8. NATHAN LANE/LANCASTER LANE: As at Zachary Lane, we have a high percentage of turning traffic and relatively low percentage of through traffic approaching C.S.A.H. 9. Ideally, a separate lane should be provided for each of these three movements. Since some reconstruction is already planned for this intersection, perhaps now would be the time to make these other changes. Attached are sketches showing our concerns and our proposed changes. 9. GENERAL: As of this time we have not received any proposed detouring plan for the construction of this project. We do not see a problem with that portion of County Road 9 between County Road 61 and I-494 being closed to traffic during the reconstruction of this portion of the street. Temporary access would need to be provided to the one business, the church and the single family home in this area. This closure would only be during the reconstruction of this part of the project and not during the entire construction time. The suggested detour route would be South on County Road 61 to Highway 55, then West on Highway 55 to its intersection with County Road 9. It will also be necessary for short periods of time to close West Medicine Lake Drive, Larch Lane and Zachary Lane. These streets can be closed for short periods of time, but only one street should be closed to traffic at any one time. This would allow traffic to detour by way of the other two streets or other streets within the area. Mr. Ted Hoffman September 17, 1986 Page Five The plans also call for the removal of existing County Road 9 within the French Regional Park. To my knowledge there are two single family homes on this roadway which have not been purchased by the Park District. It will be necessary for the Park District to agree to provide public access by way of their private park entrance to these two houses. After you have reviewed our comments, and if you are not in agreement with the changes or have any questions, please contact me. With these changes, and after we receive the Cost Sharing Agreement, I am prepared to recommend approval of the plans to the Plymouth City Council. Sincerely, Fred G. Moore, P.E. Director of Public Works FGM:kh Enclosures cc: James G. Willis, City Manager CITY OF PIYMOUTR , September 10, 1986 Mrs. Joyce McCaughey 3905 Lancaster Lane North Apartment 103 Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Ge, Dear lUs.—�eEsr�gbey, I would like to take this time to recognize you and the other members of the Medicine Lake Garden Club for their exempliary work in providing our City Center entrance with a beautiful array of flowers. Your work has not gone unnoticed over the years through your efforts, and I would hope that our relationship will continue. On behalf of myself and the entire City I would like to thank you again for the contribution you have made in the beaufication of our City Center garden. Enclosed is a check for one hundred dollars $100.00, to the Medicine Lake Garden Club towards its scholarship as a token of our appreciation. Sincerely, Vi it A. Schneider Mayor cr encl cc: Mark Peterson _,.EVARD,. ?LY'+.n UT MiNl:E50TA TEL _ONO�4E ;r,l' ;592800 0