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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 02-01-1985ra:24Gsau �. i rt7Qi CITY OF PLYMOUTR CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM February 1, 1985 UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS...... 1. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, February 4, 7:30 p.m. Regular City Council meeting in Council Chambers. 2. TOWN MEETING -- Tuesday, February 19, 7:00 p.m. Town Meeting for residents living north of County Road 9, east of I-494, south of the Sault St. Marie railroad tracks, and west of County Road 18. A copy of the letter notifying residents of the meeting is attached. FOR YOUR INFORMATION..... 1. POLICY RELATING TO ORIENTATION OF COMMISSIONERS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS -- At the January 28 meeting the Council adopted revisions to this policy which substituted performance criteria for the "Expectations" section. The Council directed that the revised policy be submitted to Commission chairpersons. Attached is a memorandum conveying the revised policy. In the absence of further Council direction, I will distribute the policy on February 5. 2. MINUTES -- The following minutes are attached: a. Planning Commission meeting, January 23, 1985 b. Board of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals, January 14, 1985 3. OAKDALE WEST 3RD ADDITION - DON MYRON -- At the January 21 meeting the Council deferred the preliminary plat for Oakdale West 3rd Addition for Don Myron until the meeting of February 4 to allow the petitioner, staff, and city attorney to further research the matter of Outlot B and access to the Pribble property. It is now necessary to reschedule this item to the February 25 meeting. Staff is working with the city attorney to complete the required language and it cannot be accomplished until the February 25 meeting. 4. 1985 PAYABLE TAXES -- Attached is an exhibit prepared by the Assessing Division showing by school district, 1985 property taxes for homestead and non -homestead property. 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM February 1, 1985 Page Two 5. YOUTH SERVICE OFFICER -- Community Service Officer Mary Uhlig has been selected as the first Youth Service Officer for Plymouth. She was selected after an extensive evaluation process and oral interview board As of this time, Mary will be in this new position for approximately two years. She will start March 1, 1985. 6. COUNCIL FOLLOW-UPS: A. AREA 4 TOWN MEETING FEEDBACK RESPONSES - Attached are staff responses to resident feedback forms received at the Town Meeting for Area 4. B. Mr. David Key, 40 Quantico Lane -- Mr. Key recently corresponded to Mayor Davenport questioning the City's specific plans for County Road 15, the Carlson project, and the I-494 interchange. Attached is a letter from the City Manager providing Mr. Key with the requested information. C. Mr. Tom Miller, 1800 East Medicine Lake Boulevard -- In the attached letter to Mayor Davenport, Mr. Miller states several complaints with regard to the public access for ice fishing on the southeast side of Medicine Lake. Specifically, Mr. Miller is concerned with the access being a traffic hazard since vehicles leaving the lake must merge with traffic going around the corner of 18th Avenue and East Medicine Lake Boulevard. Other concerns of Mr. Miller include traffic volumes, location of the access as it relates to drifting of snow, and noise created from vehicles entering and exiting the access. Attached is a copy of a letter responding to Mr. Miller's concerns from the Park and Recreation Director. 7. CORRESPONDENCE: a. Letter to Keith Ford, Office of the Governor, from Mayor Daven- port, responding to Mr. Ford's letter of January 8 regarding Metropolitan Council appointments. b. Letter from dames Kemp responding to Mayor Davenport's letter on Mr. Kemp's election as Chairman of the Wayzata School Board. c. Letter to Steve Ricker, 3530 Rosewood Lane, from Mayor Daven- port, commenting on a letter to the Editor published in the Post from Mr. Ricker concerning the Community Center. CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM February 1, 1985 Page Three d. Letter of appreciation to former Councilmember Pat Moen from Mayor Davenport. e. Letter of sympathy to Mrs. Jean Koski, from Mayor Davenport. Also attached is a letter to Don Chilistrom, on the death of Bill Koski. f. Letter to Mrs. Robert Miggins, from Mayor Davenport. g. Letter to Mr. Paul Smith, Metropolitan Council, from Councilmember David Crain, providing comments as part of the record of public hearing on the proposed regional Solid Waste Management Development Guide/Policy Plan. h. Letter to Councilmember Pat Neils, from Doug Reeder, Maple Grove City Administrator, on the Elm Creek drainage problem involving Howard Hunt's property. Ja es G. Willis Ci y Manager JGW/lh Att. January 15, 1985 CITY OF PLYMOUTft Dear Plymouth Resident: SUBJECT: TOWN MEETING, FEBRUARY 19 Because Plymouth is a developing community, there are many actions underway or in the planning stage which may impact upon you. In order to maintain open communication channels with residents of the community, the City Council has scheduled a Town Meeting for Tuesday, February 19, 1985 for residents of your area. In order to keep the meetings on an informal basis while dealing with specific topics of interest to you, the Town Meeting will be especially for residents living north of County Road 9, east of I-494, south of the Sault St. Marie railroad tracks, and west of County Road 18. The Town Meeting is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Plymouth City Center. On the reverse side of this letter is a list of possible topics for discussion at the Town Meeting. If you have other matters of interest we will seek to address them also. I encourage you to join Councilmembers Crain, Schneider, Neils, and Vasiliou and myself at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 19 at the Plymouth City Center. We are anxious to meet you and look forward to this opportunity to discuss matters of mutual interest. If you have any questions about the Town Meeting, please feel free to call your City Clerk, Ms. Laurie Houk at 559-2800, ext. 204. DOD: fm 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 TOWN MEETING AGENDA AREA FIVE February 19, 1985 7:00 p.m. I. THOROUGHFARES A. Extension of 45th from Nathan to Zachary Lane B. County Road 9 improvement between County Road 18 and I-494 C. New County Road 61 II. PARKS A. French Regional Park B. Rolling Hills and Schmidt Lake Neighborhood Parks C. Zachary Park D. Trails III. HOUSING & DEVELOPMENT A. Staged Development Plan B. RDC Properties C. Jamestown D. Deerwood Estates E. Rolling Hills IV. OTHER ITEMS A. Public Transportation feedback B. City Council meetings on cable television channel 7 C. City Project - Storm Water Drainage Improvements POLICY RELATING TO ORIENTATION OF COMMISSIONERS TO CITY ADVISORY COMMISSIONS Resolution No. 85-103 January 28, 1985 (Supersedes Resolution No. 81-31, January 5, 1985) Purpose The Advisory Commission Orientation Program is designed to accomplish the following: 1. Generally describe the function of each commission and the role of the individual commissioners. and the time commitment required for successful participation. 2. Acquaint commission applicants and incumbents with performance standards against which their performance will be annually e%aluated by the City Council. 3. Concisely outline the legal and civic expectations of commissioners and commissions. 4. Familiarize commissioners with the formal duties and responsibilities of individual commissions with respect to legal and procedural requirements. Format The format of the orientation program consists of both written material and oral information provided by City staff, commission chairpersons and the City Council to prospective commissioners. 1. Written material. A. Summary of position and responsibilities. This document is a pamphlet made available to prospective applicants at the time of application. It describes the positions and responsibilities of all the commissions and further summa- rizes the Job description. B. Introductory packet. Assembled by respective staff liaison, and commissions, the packet consists of information such as: a general overview of the legal and procedural aspects of advisory commissions per statutes, ordinances and policies; description of agenda and staff report functions, format for con- ducting public hearings, including basic parliamentary procedures and approved "flow process" relative to items of business before the advisory commission and City Council. Also included are copies of applicable ordinances, portions of the Comprehensive Plan, a copy of the City's Goals and Objectives and Criteria for development, a sample staff report, agenda and minutes, and appropriate maps 2. Oral Information A. Conveyed to prospective commissioners by the Mayor and City Council primarily at the interview and selection stage of the appointment process. Special emphasis is placed upon the expectations of the Council and current commissioners for new commission members. -19- B. Provided initially and on an on-going basis by the Commission chair- persons, particularly about procedures and participation in a group setting. A "buddy system" is used to assign more experienced commissioners to help orient and advise new commission members. C. Provided by staff, particularly in answering questions raised following review of the written materials and with respect to technical information regarding specific commission business. Performance Standards for Board and Commission members Annually, in December, the Council will review board and commission members on the following: 1. A minimum of 80% attendance at meetings and work sessions. 2. Consistent active participation in meetings which demonstrates completion of background research, site visitations and homework necessary for understanding and deliberating on the issues before the commission. 3. Behavior confirms that the commissioner understands that the role of the commission is advisory by statute and not policy making. 4. In all decisions the commissioner considers overall benefit to the City, not parochial considerations. 5. The commissioner displays an understanding that Council may take final action which varies from Commission recommendations after consideration and deliberation. Selection and Appointment Process Following is an outline of the appointment process and the way in which the orienta- tion program integrates with it: 1. Council solicits applications by advertisement or newspaper article. Citizen inquires about position. Summary statement, application and list of staff and commission contacts provided to applicant for additional information prior to interview. 2. Following review of applications, City Council interviews applicants and discusses the position and expectations. 3. The Council selects and appoints. The Council may wish to once more meet with .the appointee to discuss expectations and responsibilities. 4. The appointee meets with the chairperson of the commission and discusses in particular the rules and procedures followed by the commission as well as techniques for assuming the role of an active commissioner. 5. The appointee meets with staff. The appointee would be provided with the written material at this stage and the discussion with staff would include a brief overview of the significance of the particular material as well as the procedures and legal requirements. -19a- CITY OF PLYMOUTH PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES JANUARY 23, 1985 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 and Pauba MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Stulberg STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Coordinator Sara McConn City Engineer Sherm Goldberg Community Development Secretary Grace Wineman Chairman Steigerwald explained the use and purpose of the Consent Agenda. MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Wire to adopt the Consent Agenda, adding Items 6-A and 6-B to the Consent Agenda. Chairman Steigerwald inquired if there were questions or comments from the repre- sentatives of these petitions. Mr. David Volker stated he wished to discuss 6-B Lot Consolidation, Lot Division and Variance for David Volker and Thomas Betz with the Commis- sion. The representative for 6-A, Alfred Eberle, Jr., Lot Division and Variance, stated he had no questions or comments, and was in agreement with the Planning Staff Report dated January 11, 1985. Commissioner Pauba withdrew the addition of Item 6-B. VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. MINUTES MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Wire to approve the Minutes of January 9, 1985 as submitted. VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. PUBLIC HEARINGS *MINUTES - JANUARY 9, 1985 Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Advance ADVANCE MACHINE Machine and requested that Coordinator McConn review the LOT CONSOLIDATION, January 11, 1985 Staff Report. Chairman Steigerwald CONDITIONAL USE confirmed with Coordinator McConn, that lot coverage, PERMIT, SITE PLAN parking, and landscaping variances were requested. AND VARIANCE (A-519) Commissioner Pauba requested an explanation of the phasing and building locations on the graphic. Chairman Steigerwald Introduced Mr. Ron Ray, 560 Weston Lane, representing Advance Machine. -13- Page 14 Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1985 Mr. Ray reviewed the graphic and provided background on the development. He explained that, the land was purchased in 1973, and some of their assembly operations were moved from their Spring Park location to Plymouth. They expanded into both existing buildings; brought all their assembly operations to Plymouth; and, have purchased an additional 14 acres. He explained that in 1976, when they purchased the additional acreage, the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance permitted a maximum 50% lot coverage in the Industrial District. He stated that upon their decision to further expand their operations; and at the time of submission of initial plans; they were informed by the City that the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance now allows a maximum lot coverage of 40% in the Industrial District. He explained that they have three locations in the metro area; southeast Minneapolis, Spring Park, and Plymouth; they don't want to face the need to find new sites in six to 7 years; and, they need the 46% lot coverage for their expansion plans. He stated that to reduce the lot coverage they require, would mean a large reduction of the building floor space needed. Mr. Ray stated his concern about landscaping requirements, and questioned the importance of increasing the landscaping because of a mezzanine area they are proposing. He stated that the need for increased screening in an area where there is nothing but warehousing and manufacturing operations such as Toro Corp., does not seem plausible. Mr. Ray explained that, in reference to the parking requirements, their operations will consist of two to three shifts, so that the total number of employees roll across three shifts, and the parking plan as submitted would be more than sufficient for their needs. He stated Advance Machine does not want any parking on the streets, and if additional parking is needed, they will provide for it. Chairman Steigerwald stated that, the City's concerns about adequate parking in the Industrial District comes from past experiences with companies that face the need for expansion and do not have adequate parking on-site, or where new tenants/owners of industrial buildings require a higher use of the property, and the parking is not sufficient for their needs. Mr. Ray stated that, Advance is aware of these problems, and is hopeful that with the phased development, the parking required will be provided. He stated they are committed to continue doing business in this area, and even though it is expensive to operate in Minnesota, their work force is here and they don't want to move their operations out of State. Page 15 Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1985 Commissioner Magnus inquired about location of the parking ramp. Mr. Ray explained their "proof -of -parking" plan and stated that construction of a ramp is probably cost prohibi- tive, he stated their surface parking is for 825 stalls. Chairman Steigerwald inquired about the staff comments on how compliance can be achieved, and how employee levels could be regulated. Coordinator McConn stated that the City has cautioned Advance to be realistic about their future parking needs; and, that actual experience has shown that problems do occur when developmers gauge and obtain approval for a lower use; then when a new owner/tenant, who needs a more intense use of the facility, has to apply for variances because the parking required has not been provided. Mr. Ray stated they understand that, because they have this problem at their Spring Park facility. They will take any and all action necessary to provide the parking they will require. Coordinator McConn added that utilitizing more than one shift of employees will help control the need for parking at any given time. Commissioner Plufka confirmed the 35% maximum lot coverage. affirmatively, but added that important to discuss now development. that Phase I does not exceed Coordinator McConn answered the issue of lot coverage is before there is further Mr. Ray explained that, they want to move the Corporate offices from Spring Park to the Plymouth location. They plan to move their corporate offices into Phase II of the development, and Phase III will be an expansion of their manufacturing operations. Commissioner Pauba inquired if they could solve the variance request by the construction of a multi -story office build- ing. Mr. Ray confirmed they have a 3 -story office building in the plans. Commissioner Pauba inquired if they could construct other multi -story buildings elsewhere on the prop- erty to cut down on the lot coverage. Mr. Ray stated they could not do this with the existing buildings, but they do have plans for a mezzanine to provide office space. Commissioner Wire inquired about the outside storage. Mr. Ray stated that there will be some outside storage in Phase I which will be screened with plantings and fencing. He ad- vised there is some outside storage in use at the facility now, with occasional short term storage of truck trailers which are moved in an out. He confirmed they would not Page 16 Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1985 store components in the trailers, as they have adequate warehouse space. Commissioner Wire inquired if the new area will have paved storage area; Mr. Ray answered affirmatively. Commissioner Wire confirmed that trailers will not be parked in this storage area; Mr. Ray stated this would not be the case; that this would be storage for waste steel, etc.; and, will contain collection containers much like "dumpsters", in an area that will be screened and paved. Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing. There was no one present to speak on the item. Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing. Chairman Steigerwald stated he cannot remember the reason for the Ordinance change from 50% to 35% lot coverage in the Industrial District. Coordinator McConn stated she does not know the history of the Ordinance amendment, but at one time there was I-2 Zoning that allowed for more intense industrial use. Mr. Ray concurred, stating that the I-2 Zoning District had a maximum 60% lot coverage. Commissioner Wire stated that these changes were made to re- duce the building "footprint", He is concerned that the petitioner purchased the additional land under the assump- tion that they could have 50% lot coverage, and he is in- clined to recommend that the variance be approved because they acquired the land before the Ordinance was changed. He confirmed that the parking is covered by Condition No. 13 of the draft Resolution. Coordinator McConn answered affirmatively. She stated that standard language is used, and the Commission may remember that a covenant was prepared for a similar application (Stevens -Lee Addition/83029). Commissioner Plufka stated that, the parking requirements and lot coverage variance work against each other, and that it is agreed that constructing a ramp would be very costly. He stated that if the application is recommended for approval, the petitioner must look very carefully at their plans for Phases II and III, to determine what the ultimate use will be for the property. If Advance leaves, and the building is used by a new owner for a more intense use, there could be too few parking stalls for a very large facility. Mr. Ray stated that, of course, they cannot foresee their course in 20 years, but they assure the City they are very sensitive to their long-range needs, and are totally commit- ted to this development. He stated that once Phase I is complete, the City will understand more of their operation. Page 17 Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1985 MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Plufka RECOMMENDATION A to recommend approval of the Lot Consolidation for Advance Machine subject to the conditions as stated in the draft Resolution; to recommend approval of the Site Plan, Con- ditional Use Permit and Variances subject to the first five conditions of the draft Resolution; modifying Condition No. 6 to state, "The Conditional Use Permit for temporary out- side storage is subject to all applicable codes, regulations and ordinances, and violation thereof shall be grounds for revocation; subject to Condition Nos. 7 through 10; delete Condition Nos. 11; delete "up to, but not exceeding Ordinance allowed lot coverage" of Condition No. 12; subject to Condition No. 13 as stated; and, adding Condition No. 14 as "a). Lot coverage as per the Master Plan at 46.2%; b). Landscape Plan to allow for 172 over -story plantings as proposed". Commissioner Wire stated that he agrees with the petitioner regarding the landscape plan, and that a variance request for increased lot coverage would not have been required if development had taken place at the time Advance purchased the land. Commissioner Pauba stated his agreement, except that the lot coverage variance request is "too much" and he opposes granting the variance. Commissioner Magnus stated that he could recommend approval for the lot coverage, and agrees with the covenant for park- ing requirements, but that it is appropriate for them to meet the landscaping requirements of the City to buffer this large facility. Mr. Ray stated that plantings wil be placed in the area to the west, and they will add some smaller trees for future growth. He inquired if putting in the 172 over -story trees, with an addition of the 38 plantings at a smaller size than Policy requires, could be recommended by the Commission. MOTION to AMEND the MAIN MOTION by Commissioner Magnus, MOTION TO AMEND seconded by Commissioner Plufka that the Landscape Plan shall contain a provision for 38 additional plantings at 1 inch minimum size, to provide for screening of the east and west perimeters of the development, and future phases. VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION TO AMEND carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Commissioner Plufka commented that Advance Machine is a highly desirable corporate citizen of Plymouth; their plans exhibit their foresight in phasing their development; and, the City is not dissimilar in regard to economic considerations of future planning. Page 18 Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1985 Commissioner Pauba concurred, but he is concerned that in recommending approval for the increased lot coverage, it leaves it open for someone else to come forward to ask for increased lot coverage for similar reasons. Commissioner Wire stated that, the precedent has been set in the past with other requests. Coordinator McConn clarified that there have been requests for up to 40% lot coverage. Commissioner Steigerwald commented that he is not uncomfor- table with the approval for increased lot coverage, in that the facility is not close to residential areas, and is not a highly visible site. Coordinator McConn stated that staff has similar concerns to those of Commissioner Magnus, and recommend compliance with the Landscape Policy to reduce the impact of the buildings. Mr. Ray commented that their development overlooks other in- dustrial buildings, and that they are sensitive to the pub- lic's view, however, they feel they are providing adequate buffering and screening for their development. Commissioner Plufka inquired if the City Engineer had any concern regarding storm water run off. Engineer Goldberg stated they have no special concerns. Roll Call Vote on the MAIN MOTION as ONCE AMENDED. 5 Ayes. Commissioner Pauba, Nay. MOTION carried. Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Hennepin County Park Reserve District, and requested a review of the January 11, 1985 Staff Report. Coordinator McConn explained the revision to the approved plan as a relocation of the parking lot, because of denial by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) for a permit to construct the parking lot as originally proposed. She explained that the parking lot, as initially proposed, was too close to the High Water Elevation. Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Don King, Hennepin County Park Reserve District, who further explained that the parking area as initially proposed would have required extensive fill. Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing, and intro- duced Mrs. Arlene Johnson, 3535 Rosewood Lane, who inquired how many trees would be cut down as the result of this pro- posal. She was concerned that these applications seem to be approved so quickly, and they are not advised of these hear- ings. Chairman Steigerwald explained the City's legal VOTE - NOTION CARRIED FENNEPIN COUNTY PARK RESERVE DISTRICT REVISED CONDTIIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT AND SITE PLAN (84065) Page 19 Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1985 notice procedures, and advised Mrs. Johnson that if she would call City Center, they would be glad to answer any of her questions, at any time. Mrs. Johnson stated she is very concerned about the removal of trees; that 30 trees have already been removed; and, she wants to know how many more are to be removed. Coordinator McConn explained that the plan calls for 16 deciduous and 5 conifer trees to be removed; that new trees will be planted, and existing trees will be retained. She noted that they are increasing the number of over -story trees by 13, and meet all requirements of the Policy. Mr. King explained that the original plan would have made it necessary to remove four more trees, which are now retained. Mrs. Johnson stated she was not a resident when the Park Reserve District purchased the land, but she is sure the tax payers were unaware that part of the park land purchased by the County would be used for offices and parking lot. Com- missioner Plufka and Coordinator McConn explained that the Hennepin County Park District received City approval of a Master Plan, and the proposal for the District Headquarters complies with Ordinance standards. Mr. King stated that the use of park land for district head- quarters is not unique, and that out of the 300 total acres, their complex uses approximately 3 acres, less than 1% of the total park area. Mrs. Johnson inquired what percentage of the park is useable land. Mr. King stated that 30% of the total area is marsh- land. Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing. Commissioner Wire inquired about the waiver of construction of a fire lane. Coordinator McConn stated that the Fire Chief took the topography and physical characteristics of the property into consideration, in his determination to recommend granting the waiver; that the City Council found the recommendation appropriate; and, approval has been car- ried forward with this application. MOTION by Chairman Steigerwald, seconded by Commissioner RECOMMENDATION B Pauba to recommend approval of the Revised Conditional Use Permit Amendment and Site Plan for the Hennepin County Park Reserve District subject to the conditions as stated in the draft Resolution. Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Page 20 Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1985 NEW BUSINESS MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Wire * RECOMENDATION C TO to recommend approval of Lot Division and Variance for APPROVE LOT DIVISION Alfred Eberle, Jr., subject to the conditions as stated in AND VARIANCE FOR the draft Resolution. ALFRED EBERLE, OR. (84104) Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED Chairman Steigerwald introduced the application, and Mr. DAVID VOLKER AND David Volker, 2830 Brockton Lane. Reading of the January THOMAS BETZ 11, 1985 Staff Report was waived. LOT CONSOLIDATION LOT DIVISION AND Commissioner Pauba stated he agrees with the staff recom- VARIANCE (84109) mendation to provide the minimum 6 ft. setback to the garage. Chairman Steigerwald commented that the problem began with a surveyor's error, and that on behalf of the present proper- ty owners, the City should be flexible in this case. Mr. Volker explained that this request is made after a series of compromises between himself and Mr. Betz. Now that Mr. Betz is selling his home, he is allowing this prob- lem to be resolved by giving land to Mr. Volker so that his garage will be on his land. The lot adjustment of 5 ft. is equitable to both he and Mr. Betz. Commissioner Plufka stated he is concerned about not having the required setback. Further discussion ensued regarding location of utilities. City Engineer Goldberg stated that the setback variance would not impact overhead utility service. MOTION by Chairman Steigerwald, seconded by Commissioner RECOMENDATION D Magnus to recommend approval for the Lot Consolidation, Lot Division and Variance for David Volker and Thomas Betz sub- ject to the conditions as stated in the draft Resolution, with a change to Condition No. 5 to state: "The common property line shall be adjusted to the south appropriately to provide a minimum 3 ft. setback to the garage". Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Commissioner Plufka, Nay. MOTION VOTE - MOTION CARRIED carried. Mr. Volker commented that the average citizen has a diffi- cult time understanding the procedures involved with appli- cations to the City, and that perhaps the City of Plymouth could put together information for them. Chairman Steiger- wald stated that this could be lengthy, but the City staff is available and ready to help all citizens with questions concerning their property. Page 21 Planning Commission Minutes January 23, 1985 Coordinator McConn suggested that if Mr. Volker has specific recommendations and examples of information that was diffi- cult to obtain relative to his application, this would help staff to help other citizens. Mr. Volker commented that the Engineering staff, and the Coordinator had been very helpful to him, but that he was at a loss initially to know how to go about resolving the problem. OTHER BUSINESS Commissioner Steigerwald advised that, the Special Meeting tentatively scheduled for February 6, 1985 would not be necessary. Discussion ensued about upcoming applications. The upcoming Public Hearings for Ordinance Amendments will be scheduled for February 13, 1985. The February 27, 1985 meeting will begin early for a study session before considering the regu- lar business items. The study session will consist of dis- cussing the issues relating to lot coverage provisions for residential developments. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 9:00 P.M. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION JANUARY 23, 1985 RECOMMENDATION A SETTING CONDITIONS TO BE MET PRIOR TO FILING AND REGARDING LOT CONSOLIDATION FOR ADVANCE MACHINE (FILE NO. A-519) WHEREAS, the City Council has approved a Lot Consolidation for Advance Machine for property located north of 21st Avenue between Fernbrook Lane and Niagara Lane, under Resolution No. ; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that it should and hereby does direct the following conditions to be met prior to filing of and regarding said Lot Consolidation: 1. Compliance with the City Engineer's Memorandum. 2. No Building Permit to be issued until the Lot Consolidation is filed with Hennepin County. 3. Submittal of all necessary utility easements prior to filing Lot Consolidation with Hennepin County. PLANNING COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION JANUARY 23, 1985 RECOMMENDATION A APPROVING SITE PLAN, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND VARIANCE FOR ADVANCE MACHINE (A-519) WHEREAS, Advance Machine has requested approval of a Site Plan, Conditional Use Permit and Variance for the construction of a expansion to their building located north of 21st Avenue between Fernbrook Lane and Niagara Lane; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed said request at a duly called Public Hearing and recommends approval of the expansion to the building; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that it should and hereby does approve the request for Advance Machine for a Site Plan, Conditional Use Permit and Variance for the expansion to the facility located on the north of 21st Avenue between Fernbrook Lane and Niagara Lane, subject to the following conditions: 1. Compliance with City Engineer's Memorandum. 2. Payment of park dedication fees -in -lieu of dedication in accordance with Dedi- cation Policy in effect at the time of Building Permit issuance. 3. Submission of required financial guarantee and performance agreement for comple- tion of site improvements. 4. Any subsequent phases of expansions are subject to required reviews and approvals per Ordinance provisions. 5. All waste and waste containers shall be stored within the approved enclosure. 6. The Conditional Use Permit for temporary outside storage, is subject to all applicable codes, regulations and ordinances, and violation thereof shall be grounds for revocation; 7. The Conditional Use Permit is issued to the petitioner/tenant as operator of the facility and shall not be transferable. PLEASE SEE PAGE TWO Page two Planning Recommendation January 23, 1985 8. The site shall be maintained in a sanitary manner. 9. All waste and waste containers shall be stored within approved designated areas as diagrammed on the plans dated August 24, 1984. 10. The permit shall be renewed in one (1) year to assure compliance with the conditions. 11. Future development of this site shall be consistent with the approved Master Plan. 12. Appropriate legal documents establishing a covenant on the property shall be approved by the City Attorney, and filed at Hennepin County identifying that the future use of the building may require the construction of a parking ramp to satisfy Ordinance parking requirements. 13. Approved Variances include: a.) Lot Coverage as per the submitted Master Plan at 46.2%; and, b.) The landscape plan shall contain a provision for 172 plantings, plus 38 additional plantings at 1 inch minimum size to provide screening of the east and west perimeters. RECOMMENATIONS FOR JANUARY 23, 1985 RECOMMENDATION B APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AMENDMENT, SITE PLAN, AND VARIANCE FOR HENNEPIN COUNTY PARK RESERVE DISTRICT (84065) WHEREAS, the Hennepin County Park Reserve District has requested approval of a Conditional Use Permit Amendment, Site Plan, and Variance for relocating the parking lot area for the District Headquarters within the Clifton E. French Regional Park; and, WHEREAS, the City Council approved a Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan, and Variance for the location of the District Headquarters within the Clifton E. French Regional Park on September 24, 1984 through Resolution No. 84-669; and, WHEREAS, the Planning Commission has reviewed said request at a duly called Public Hearing and recommends approval; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that it should and hereby does approve the request for relocating the parking lot area for the District Headquarters, subject to the following conditions: 1. Compliance with City Engineer's Memorandum. 2. Compliance with Policy Resolution No. 79-80 regarding minimum floor elevations for new structures on sites adjacent to, or containing any open storm water drainage facility. 3. Submission of required financial guarantee and performance agreement for completion of site improvements. 4. Any subsequent phases or expansions are subject to required reviews and approvals per Ordinance provisions. 5. All waste and waste containers shall be stored within the enclosure and no outside storage is permitted. 6. Compliance with Resolution No. 82-235. 7. Waiver of the fire lane requirements. 8. Prior to issuance of a Building Permit, a structural analysis prepared by a structural engineer who is registered in the State of Minnesota shall be provided to the Building Official, confirming that the use of the existing building for purposes other than residential meet and/or exceed the Uniform Building Code requirements. 9. Resolution No. 84-669 is hereby rescinded. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR JANUARY 23, 1985 RECOMMENDATION C SETTING CONDITIONS TO BE MET PRIOR TO FILING AND REGARDING LOT DIVISION FOR ALFRED EBERLE, JR. (84104) WHEREAS, the City Council has approved a Lot Division for Alfred Eberle, Jr. for property located North of Ridgemount Avenue and East of Zachary Lane under Resolution No. 85- ; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that it should and hereby does direct the following conditions to be met prior to filing of and regarding said Lot Division: 1. Compliance with the City Engineer's Memorandum 2. No yard setback variances are granted or implied. 3. Payment of park dedication fees -in -lieu of dedication for Parcel A prior to filing of the Division in accordance with City Policy in effect at the time of filing of the Division. Parcel B is subject to park dedication requirements at the time of further division. 4. No Building Permit to be issued until the Lot Division is filed with Hennepin County for Parcel A. 5. Appropriate documents shall be filed on all parcels indicating that in conjunction with this division, conceptual documents have been placed on file with the City for future reference. 6. Submittal of all necessary utility easements prior to filing Lot Division with Hennepin County. 7. Approved Variances: Lot width of 100 ft. rather than 110 ft. for Parcel B. 8. The driveway for Parcel A shall be constructed with a "T" so that traffic onto Zachary Lane shall be in a forward motion. 9. No further division of Parcel B, by means other than platting. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR JANUARY 23, 1985 RECOMMENDATION D SETTING CONDITIONS TO BE MET PRIOR TO FILING AND REGARDING LOT CONSOLIDATION/DIVISION FOR DAVID VOLKER AND THOMAS BETZ (84109) WHEREAS, the City Council has approved a Lot Consolidation/Lot Division for David Volker and Thomas Betz for property at 2830 Brockton Lane and 2815 Alvarado Lane under Resolution No. 85- ; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA, that it should and hereby does direct the following conditions to be met prior to filing of and regarding said Lot Consolidation/Lot Division: 1. Compliance with the City Engineer's Memorandum 2. Submittal of all necessary utility easements prior to filing (Lot Division) (Lot Consolidation) with Hennepin County. 3. Approved Variances: To divide property by metes and bounds description rather than platting. 4. Parcel shall be deeded to the City for Right -Of -Way purposes. 5. The common property line shall be adjusted to the south appropriately to provide a minimum 3 ft. setback to the garage. THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENTS AND APPEALS JANUARY 14, 1985 The Regular Meeting of the Board of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals was called to order at 7:30 P.M. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Marofsky, Commissioners Quass, Cornelius, Bigelow, Musatto, Plufka MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Victor STAFF PRESENT: Chief Building Official Al Kleinbeck, Associate Planner Al Cottingham MINUTES MOTION was made by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Mussato to approve the September 10, 1984 Minutes as amended. VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner Mussato to approve the October 1, 1984 Minutes as submitted. VOTE. 4 Ayes. Commissioners Quass and Cornelius abstained. MOTION carried. NEW BUSINESS Chairman Marofsky introduced the request submitted by Mr. MR. RUSSELL KING Russell King for a variance from the Shoreland Management 10000 SHORE DRIVE setbacks for property located at 10000 South Shore Drive. He PLYMOUTH, MN 55441 introduced the Board Members and informed Mr. King of the duties that the Board has. Mr. King addressed the Board regarding his request and reviewed the history of this home, and the fact that the slab that the proposed three season porch would be located on, was poured approximately 25 years ago and at the time when it was poured, it was done so with frost footings so that at some point in time they could build a structure on top of it. He reviewed the area surrounding his property noting that there is current industrial development across the road from him with a couple of very large industrial buildings and very little screening between these buildings and his home. He also noted that many other homes along the lake were much closer to the Oridinary High Water Mark than this proposed porch would be and that he felt this would not hinder anyones view of the lake from their homes. He went on to state that there is no room on either side of the existing home to add the three season porch since the lot is narrow and the house is built to it's extremes on the sides already. He stated that if he were allowed to add the three season porch it would help provide an insulating factor in the winter, from the winds that blow off the lake. He felt that this addition is not being done to increase the value of the home or would it be detremental to anyone's health, welfare or safetv of the adinininn nrnno"fv ^wno"c Page 2 Board of Zoning Minutes January 14, 1985 The Board discussed other variances that had been granted in the area, noting that the only variance that had been granted in regards to a Shoreland setback was to Mr. Tony Benthin and that was approved by the Council after the Board had denied the request. The Board disucssed the factors that the slab was existing and that the porch addition would not be generating any more impervious surface to this lot since this ground is already covered. The Board reviewed other existing structures around the lake noting that many of them are much closer than this structure, and that one of the adjoining property owners is closer to the lake than Mr. King's request would be. The Board looked at the location for placing a three season porch and noted that it would encroach only four feet closer to the Ordinary High Water Mark of the lake than the existing structure since part of the slab was set back to the house. MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Commissioner RECOMMENDATION Bigelow to recommend approval of the variance request for Mr. Russell King, 10000 South Shore Drive for the following reasons and conditions: 1. The physical surroundings allow for an addition to be location. 2. The addition would not Impervious surface than what site. 3. The variance is approved petitioner has satisfied the granting variance. of the property do not placed at any other be creating any more Is already located on the on the findings that the Ordinance standards for 4. The variance is granted to allow the construction design reflected on the plan in the Staff Report, dated January 7, 1985. 5. No other variances are granted or implied by this action. 6. There are similar situations in this neighborhood. 7. The addition does not constitute an expansion of the permanent dwelling. VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. ADJOURNFNT The meeting adjourned at 8:50 P.M. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED • 1985 payable "Residential' taxes at the left are calc ulated with the Mill Rates as shown. Mill Rates do include Storm Sewer not Watershed Districts. The calculation of the "ASSESSED" values for the various property types are as follows: RESIDENTIAL lot 31,000 @ 17% 2nd 31,000 @ 19% Balance @ 30% Non -Hurst @ 28% HOMESTEAD CREDIT: 54% of "Gross Tax" on lot $67,000 of ENV not to exceed $650. COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL: lot 60,000 @ 28% Balance @ 43% LAND (Vacant): @ 40% AGRICULTURAL (Farm): lot 62,000 @ 14% Balance @ 19% AG CREDIT: Homestead 33% Non -Hurst. 15% (up to 320 Acres) BLIND/DISABLED: lot 31,000 @ 5% 2nd 31,000 @ 19% Balance @ 30% 1/23/85 MMA ASSESSING DIVISION CITY OF PLYMOUTH 1985 PAYABLE TAXES 1984 WAYZATA ROBBINSDALE OSSEO HOPKINS ESTIMATED Dist. #284 Dist. #281 Dist. #279 Dist. #270 MARKET MILL RATE: 96.978 MILL RATE: 106.571 MILL RATE: 101.670 MILL RATE: 93.038 VALUE TAR TAX TAX TAR TAR TAX TAX TAR HOMESTEAD NON-HMST HOMESTEAD NON-HMST HOMESTEAD NON-HMST HOMESTEAD NON -HMS $25,000 $ 189 $ 679 $ 208 $ 746 $ 199 $ 712 $ 181 $ 651 30,000 228 815 251 895 239 854 218 782 35,000 268 950 295 1044 282 996 259 912 40,000 311 1086 342 1194 327 1139 298 1042 45,000 354 1222 389 1343 371 1281 340 1172 50,000 396 1358 435 1492 414 1423 380 1303 55,000 438 1493 482 1641 459 1566 421 1433 60,000 480 1629 528 1790 504 1708 461 1563 65,000 538 1965 635 1940 576 1850 517 1693 70,000 665 1901 795 2089 729 1993 612 1824 75,000 810 2037 955 2238 881 2135 751 1954 80,000 956 2172 1115 2387 1034 2277 891 2084 85,000 1101 2308 1275 2536 1186 2420 1030 2214 90,000 1247 2444 1435 2686 1339 2562 1170 2345 95,000 1392 2580 1095 2835 1491 2704 1309 2475 100,000 1538 2715 1754 2984 1644 2847 1449 2605 105,000 1683 2851 1914 3133 1796 2989 1588 2735 110,000 1829 2987 2074 3282 1949 3131 1728 2866 115,000 1974 3123 2234 3432 2065 3274 1868 2996 120,000 2120 3258 2394 3581 2254 3416 2007 3126 125,000 2265 3394 2554 3730 2406 3558 2147 3256 130,000 2411 3530 2713 3879 2559 3701 2286 3387 135,000 2556 3666 2873 4028 2711 3843 2426 3517 140,000 2702 3802 3033 4178 2864 3985 2565 3647 145,000 2847 3937 3193 4328 3016 4128 2705 3777 150,000 2992 4073 3353 4476 3169 4270 2845 3908 160,000 3283 4345 3673 4774 3474 4555 3124 4168 170,000 3574 4616 3992 5073 3779 4839 3401 4429 180,000 3865 4888 4312 5371 4084 5124 3682 4689 190,000 4156 5159 4632 5670 4389 5409 3961 4950 200,000 4447 5430 4951 5968 4694 5694 4240 5210 225,000 5175 6110 5751 6714 5456 6405 4938 5861 11 250,000 5902 6788 6550 7460 6219 7117 5636 6513 275,000 6629 7467 7349 8206 6981 7829 6333 7164 300,000 7357 8146 8149 8952 7744 8540 7031 7815 350,000 8811 9504 9747 10444 9269 9964 8427 9119 • 1985 payable "Residential' taxes at the left are calc ulated with the Mill Rates as shown. Mill Rates do include Storm Sewer not Watershed Districts. The calculation of the "ASSESSED" values for the various property types are as follows: RESIDENTIAL lot 31,000 @ 17% 2nd 31,000 @ 19% Balance @ 30% Non -Hurst @ 28% HOMESTEAD CREDIT: 54% of "Gross Tax" on lot $67,000 of ENV not to exceed $650. COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL: lot 60,000 @ 28% Balance @ 43% LAND (Vacant): @ 40% AGRICULTURAL (Farm): lot 62,000 @ 14% Balance @ 19% AG CREDIT: Homestead 33% Non -Hurst. 15% (up to 320 Acres) BLIND/DISABLED: lot 31,000 @ 5% 2nd 31,000 @ 19% Balance @ 30% 1/23/85 MMA ASSESSING DIVISION January 21, 1985 Mrs. Robert J. Madsen 3720 Trenton Lane North Plymouth, MN 55441 Dear Mrs. Madsen: Nk CITY C� PLYMOUTF+ You recently attended a Town Meeting, and indicated that you would like to be sent Notice of Meetings regarding development in the vicinity of the Holiday Plus Store, north of County Road 9. There are numerous properties in this area, and they may come to our attention at various times. I have requested Community Development Coordinator Sara McConn to place a note in appropriate files to see that you are sent notices. Since this could cover a substantial period of time, I would also suggest that you periodically call the Community Development Department, and ask what if any development proposals are pending for this area. This will assure that you have current information regarding development in this area. Also, we have recently been placing a copy of the Channel 7 for the benefit of those citizens who The City Council Agenda's are also copied on that Thank you for your request. Sincerely, Blair Tremere, Directo *t— Community Development BT/gw cc: File Assistant City Manager Frank Boyles Community Development Coordinator Sara McConn Planning Commission Agenda on cable have subscribed to cable television. channel. January 21, 1985 Ms. Joyce Humboldt 4130 Ximines Lane North Plymouth, MN 55441 Dear Ms. Humboldt: Q. CITY C� PLYMOUTR You recently attended a Town Meeting, and indicated that you would like to be sent Notice of Meetings regarding improvements and platting for the area known as Rockford Square, which is in the northeast quadrant of Nathan Lane and County Road 9. There are numerous properties in this area, and they may come to our attention at various times. I have requested Community Development Coordinator Sara McConn to place a note in appropriate files to see that you are sent notices. Since this could cover a substantial period of time, I would also suggest that you periodically call the Community Development Department, and ask what if any development proposals are pending for this area. This will assure that you have current information regarding development in this area. Also, we have recently been placing a copy of the Planning Commission Agenda on cable Channel 7 for the benefit of those citizens who have subscribed to cable television. The City Council Agenda's are also copied on that channel. Thank you for your request. Sincerely, "—'+, ai, L W i/i'—p Blair Tremere, Director Community Development BT/gw cc: File Assistant City Manager Frank Boyles Community Development Coordinator Sara McConn 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800 January 28, 1985 Mr. Dave Nygren 420 Berkshire Lane Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Nygren: r CITY C� PLYMOUTR I have talked with the representative of Northern States Power Company con- cerning the installation of a new street light or the relocation of the exist- ing street light along County Road 15 in the vicinity of Berkshire Lane. Any new lights that are installed would only be temporary because of the construc- tion projects that will begin this summer. For this reason, NSP does not want to install any new lighting. In order that better lighting can be provided on the temporary detour route on County Road 15, I have directed NSP to reorientate the existing street light at the intersection of County Road 15 and Berkshire Lane. The existing street light will be turned 180° in order that it will be over the temporary roadway. Sincerely, Fred G. Moore, P.E. Director of Public Works FGM:bw cc: Frank Boyles 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 January 29, 1985 Carol Decker 2805 Revere Circle Plymouth, Minnesota Dear Ms Decker: 55441 r CITY OF PLYMOUTH+ In response to your concern of persons failing to stop on Mission Ridge Road and 29th Avenue North, I have referred this matter to Sergeant Dennis Paulson the supervisor of the Plymouth Patrol Division. He will schedule surveillance of this stop sign; and, particularly during the hours when traffic from Armstrong High School is departing after 2:30 p.m.. If you should have continued concerns regarding the failure of vehicles to stop at the stop sign in question, or any other traffic related matter please do not hesitate to contact either Sergeant Paulson or myself directly. Thank you for your time, consideration, and input. Si_�rely, Richard J. Wrlquisi' Public Safety Director PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT RJC:tsw cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dennis Paulson, Sergeant 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 January 29, 1985 Harvey Weiss 2845 Medicine Ridge Road Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Weiss: This lett form obta your info many ques time. Th positive CITY OF PLYMOUTI+ er is in response to the questions that ,you ined at the Plymouth Town Meeting held on Ja rmation I am meeting with the Medicine Lake tions raised regarding the use of Medicine L is meeting will take place February 5, 1985 results will be achieved. raised on nuary 14, Task Force ake during and I hope the feedback 1985. For concerning the winter that some For your information snowmobiles on Medicine Lake are lecal. They are also legal on our City streets. However, how one enters Medicine Lake is another question of legality. In other words, only authorized access points are legal under the law to enter upon Medicine Lake. Generally speaking, the same access points that the ice fishermen use during the winter time would more than likely be considered legal. I hope that this clarifies the questions that you raised of snowmobiles on Medicine Lake. I understand that there the same meeting as you who also had questions concerning have written many letters in response to questions raised town meeting as you, and I hope that I have touched bases most difficulty with this question. Thank you for your time, consideration, and input. Sincerely, �J� V ard J. Ca quilt Public Safety irector PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY RJC:tsw cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dennis Paulson, Sergeant concerning the legality were others who attended this same topic. I by persons at the same with those who had the 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 January 29, 1985 Mrs. Robert Medser 3720 Trenton Lane Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mrs. Medser: v; CITY OF PLYMOUTH+ This letter is in response to your questions raised on a recent feedback form submitted at the Plymouth Town Meeting held on January 14, 1985. I share your concern regarding the illegal vehicle traffic on the park path from Pilgrim Lane School to Union Terrace Lane. I have referred this matter to Sergeant Paulson of the Plymouth Police Department Patrol Division. We will direct officers during our roll call time prior shift to pay special attention to the problem that you also add that it would be very helpful for you to call occurrences are happening. Thank you for your time, consideration and input. Sincerely, Richard J. rlqui Public Saf y Director PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY RJC:tsw cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dennis Paulson, Sergeant to the start of a raised. I might us when these 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 CITY OF PLYMOUTH+ January 29, 1985 Florence H. Larson 2930 Medicine Ridge Road Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Ms Larson: This letter is in response to your questions raised on a feedback form at a recent town meeting held on January 14, 1985. In the near future we will be assigning police officers to surveil the stop sign located on 29th Avenue North and Medicine Ridge Road, as well as conduct radar surveillance during the peak usage times of this road. Please be assured that the Plymouth Police Department is not afraid to enforce the laws. Last year, we issued over 8,500 traffic citations. We also arrested over 1,000 persons. Thank you for your time, consideration, and input. Sincerely, Richard J. rlquis Public Saf ty Direc or PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY RJC:tsw cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dennis Paulson, Sergeant 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 CITY OF PLYMOUTI+ January 29, 1985 Steve Kluck 2660 East Medicine Lake Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Kluck: This letter is in response to your questions raised on a feedback form from the recent town meeting held on January 14, 1985. On February 5, 1985 I will be meeting with the Medicine Lake Task Force concerning most if not all of the issues that you raised. For your information, it is the policy of this department not to drive on Medicine Lake with marked police units. This policy has been in place for the past twenty years. I intend to direct some undercover police operations with every intention of making arrests for drug and alcohol violations. I hope our actions will make some positive impact. Thank you for your time, consideration, and input. Sincerely, Richard J. rlquis Public Safety Director PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT RJC:tsw cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dennis Paulson, Sergeant 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 CITY OF January 29, 1985 PLYMOUTR Al Hendrickson 3615 Forestview Lane Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Hendrickson: This letter is written in response to your question written on a feedback form at the recent town meeting, held on January 14, 1985. Your question was related to trucks entering dead ends or residential areas and raised the possibility of the City establishing truck routes. I personally don't know why trucks would be entering the dead end on 36th Avenue unless, 1) they were lost and did not see the dead end sign or 2) they had business in the area of moving furniture or construction materials. I am not sure from your letter how frequently this problem arises. If the problem is related to construction in the area, that should be a temporary one in nature. However, if the problem relates to low visibility of the dead end sign, then that is a problem that we could perhaps correct be relocating it. In the past I have personally driven this road on many occasions and I have found the dead end sign adequately visible to forewarn motorists appropriately. Nevertheless, I will send a copy of this letter to the Director of Public Works for his information and possible follow up. Since Plymouth is a developing community, that may involve more truck traffic than usual, I am delaying any other overt action at this time. However, I would like to hear from you in the near future if this problem continues to exist. During the spring I assign two officers to truck details on our City and County roads. Their specific duties are to apprehend violators of the weight restrictions imposed on our City streets during the spring of the year. It certainly would be no problem to direct these officers to your area in the event a problem still exists. Thank you for your time, consideration, and input. Sin erely, Richard J. Ca lquist Public Safet Director PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY RJC:tsw cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dennis Paulson, Sergeant Fred Moore, Director of Public Works 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 CITY OF PLYMOUTH+ January 29, 1985 Joyce Humboldt 4130 Ximines Lane North Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 1 Dear Ms Humboldt: This letter is in response to your concern listed on a feedback form at a recent town meeting held on January 14, 1985. On February 5, 1985 I will be meeting with members of a Medicine Lake Task Force. The questions that you raise on your feedback form will be addressed at that time. In addition, I will be detailing some undercover enforcement in the near future on Medicine Lake. I do not allow our officers to drive our marked units on Medicine Lake. That has been a policy of this Department for over twenty years. I hope that our undercover actions will be successful and make some impact on the problems you describe. Thank you for your time, consideration, and input. Sincerely, Richard J. C lquis Public Safet Direc or PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY RJC:tsw cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dennis Paulson, Sergeant 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 January 29, 1985 Peter Tysdal 3015 East Medicine Lake Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55441 Dear Mr. Tysdal: This letter is in response to the question that you raised on your feedback form obtained at the recent Plymouth Town Meeting held on January 14, 1985. I have referred this matter concerning vandalism and auto break-ins to both the Sergeant in charge of the Patrol Division and the Community Relations Officer. The latter person mentioned deals primarily with crime prevention measures that can be taken. We will also inform our officers during roll call prior to the start of their shift of the problem that you are experiencing. Please do not hesitate to contact us via 911 if you should observe anything suspicious, or need immediate police assistance. Thank you for your time, consideration, and input. Sincerely, Richard J. Carlquist Public Safety Director PLYMOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY RJC:tsw cc: James G. Willis, City Manager Dennis Paulson, Sergeant Robert Nesbitt, Community Relations Officer r 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 P�6D6sfgn Inc. 1 2500 Niagara Lane, Minneapolis, MN 55441 January 10, 1985 i DATE: REFERRED T0: S/F: 612-476-1200 Mayor David Davenport 3400 Plymouth Blvd p lymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mayor: We have a residence at 40 Quantico Lane thats sits very are lottoofCtrafficoon countyeRoad 15rascwellrasdt h the the aexcessive mounun speed t!iat the traffic maintains. What are the specific plans for County Road 15 as it relates to the Carlson project andthe odotoreduce the amount interchange? What does the City or County plan and speed of traffic. Best regards, regards,/ David G. Key 40 Quantico Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 I%,Tr-^nArIAI �' nonni 1/`T nF¢ir nl WITH Ppn'rO'r YPF TF('HNOLOGY January 28, 1985 CITY OF PLYMOUTH+ Mr. David Key 40 Quantico Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mr. Key: Thank you for your letter of January 10 addressed to Mayor Davenport. County Road 15 is currently under the jurisdiction of the Hennepin County Department of Transportation, as you may know. It is anticipated that the County will "turn back" the road to the City within the next 12 months. This action will not alter the primary function of the roadway, but will put the City squarely in the position of being responsible for the maintenance and potential upgrading of the road. The segment of County Road 15 between Niagara Lane and Vicksburg Lane is classified in the City's Thoroughfare Guide Plan as a "major collector". Major collectors are roadways designed to distribute traffic to the arterial roadway system from "minor collectors" and from major traffic generators. The arterials in this area include County Road 15 from Highway 12 to Vicks- burg Lane, Vicksburg Lane, the new Carlson Parkway, County Road 6 and, of course, I-494. In 1980 the City received a traffic study dealing with the impacts of an interchange at I-494 and County Road 15 (Carlson Parkway). A copy of that study is available for your review in the City Engineer's office. Essentially the report concluded that with continued development and the construction of the interchange at I-494, projected traffic would increase from an afternoon peak hour of 501 in 1980 to 1230 in the year 2000. In terms of total daily traffic, we would anticipate that by the year 2000 the average daily traffic will increase to about 15,375 from about 6300 in 1980. If these projections are accurate, it will be necessary to widen the present road. Roads such as existing County Road 15 have a capacity of between 8,000 and 10,000 vehicles per day. The City currently has no plans to undertake the widening of County Road 15. I am enclosing a graphic representing the roadway alignment in the Carlson Center project area. You will note that the interchange at I-494 connects directly to Carlson Parkway. Carlson Parkway also connects to Highway 12. The traffic projections for the new interchange at I-494 indicate that the vast majority of the traffic will be serving the commercial/industrial properties on either side of I-494. 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 Mr. David Key January 28, 1985 Page 2 Speed limits on all roads in Minnesota are established following traffic studies conducted by the Minnesota Department of Transportation. Local units of government do not have the authority to establish speed limits. The City Council has on several occasions petitioned the Commissioner of Transportation to undertake speed studies on various roads in the community. These speed studies generally conclude that the existing posted speed limits are "reasonable". The City is responsible for enforcing posted speed limits and we are prepared to undertake more aggressive speed enforce- ment in those areas where we become aware of particular problems. Historically, County Road 15 throughout Plymouth has received substantial speed enforcement activity. I will ask the City's Public Safety Director to monitor the speed of traffic in your area and take enforcement action as may be required. If you have any further questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact me. Yours truly, Ja es G. Willis Cit Manager JGW:Jm cc: Mayor & City Council wm FIN E38t� H�Bt Itia i ern rn< n ca Z N Q 67 omz r -C -,n mno mr-4 ac4m ZZo C m z a -4 m w rn D z r m 0 m av CQ RD el DATE: ') A41 011► 85 - 09 REFERRED T0: ff f+c. %%am K. S/F: gJ-t146 1/21 /85 DEAR MAYOR: I WISH TO REGE:STER A COMPLAINT ABOUT THE PUBLIC ACCESS WHICH HAS BEEN CREATED ON THE S.E. SIDE OF MEDICINE LAKE. AT THE MOMENT (10:40 P.M.) THERE IS A VARIETY OF VEHICLES ATTEMPTING TO EITHER DRIVE ON TO OR OFF FROM THE LAKE VIA THIS ACCESS. I COULD CARE LESS ABOUT THE ICE FISHERMEN AND OTHER "SPORTSMEN" WHO USE THIS ACCESS, THEY DON'T CREATE THE PROBLEM. RATHER IT IS THE CONSTANT STREAM OF 'JOY RIDERS' WHO SEE THE ACCESS AND DECIDE TO GIVE IT A TRY. WE NOW CAN HEAR HORNS HONKING, CARS AND TRUCKS ROARING AND AS I SAID IT'S 10:40 P.M. OH, DID I MENTION WE ALSO HAVE TWO YOUNG CHILDREN WHO COULD USE SOME SLEEP' MY REQUEST IS TO CONSIDER MOVING THIS ACCESS OR CLOSING IT. THERE ARE ANY NUMBER OF GOOD REASONS TO CONSIDER THIS REGUEST. LET ME LIST A FEW. 1. TRAFFIC HAZARD, ALL "LAKE TRAFFIC" MUST MERGE WITH THE REGULAR TRAFFIC AT A CORNER.... NOT A TREMENDOUS IDEA. 2. SNOW PROBLEMS, AS YOU MAY KNOW PREVAILING WINTER WINDS ARE FROM THE NORTH WEST WHICH MAKES DRIFTING THE GREATEST ON THE SOUTH EAST SIDE OF A LAKE. WHERE IS THIS ACCESS LOCATED? WHY, IT'S QUITE NATURALLY ON THE S.E. SIDE' 3. RELATED TO N0.2 IS THE PROBLEM CREATED BY PLOWING A PATH THROUGH THE SNOW TO THE LAKE. WHEN YOU PLOW SNOW YOU CREATE SNOW PILES (SURPRISED?),THESE PILES THEN ACT AS A MEANS TO CTEATE EVEN HIGHER WIND DRIVEN SNOWDRIFTS ON THE ROAD. 4. TRAFFIC VOLUME, I'M SURE IF YOU SAW THE AMOUNT OF VEHICLES USING THIS THING YOU WOULD AT LEAST BE SURPRISED. ON SUN. 1/17/85 WHILE SITTING IN THE KITCHEN OF OUR HOUSE I DECIDED TO COUNT THE PEOPLE USING THE ACCESS. I QUIT COUNTING AFTER 15 MINUTES. 52 CARS AND TRUCKS USED THE ACCESS IN 15 MINS. THATS OVER 200 PER HOUR' ALL TRYING TO MERGE INTO THE REGULAR ROAD TRAFFIC, AND AT A CORNER. WHAT GIVES HERE? I HAVE LIVED AT THIS HOUSE FOR TEN YEARS AND I DON'T BELIEVE THERE HAVE BEEN AS MANY PROBLEMS WITH THE STREET IN FRONT OF MY HOME UNTIL THIS ACCESS WAS CREATED AND I DO RELIVE IT IS GETTING WORSE EACH YEAR. I AM ALL IN FAVOR OF PEOPLE USING --- MEDICINE LAKE, BUT I DO NOT FEEL THIS IS WISE USE OF A �iREAT RESOURCE. IF YOU OR SOMEONE FROM THE CITY WOULD LIKE TO WATCH THE 'GOINGS-ON' OVER A CUP OF HOT COFFEE FROM MY KITCHEN PLEASE LET ME KNOW AND I'LL MAKE TIME FOR A DEMONSTRATION. THANK YOU. SINCERELY, ''VM MILLER 1800 E, MEDICINE LK. BLVD. PLYMOUTH, MN. 55441 January 29, 1985 Tom Miller I CITY OF 1800 East Medicine Lake Blvd. PUMOUTR Plymouth, MN 55441 Dear Mr. Miller: Mayor Davenport has asked that I respond to your letter dated January 21, 1985. In 1981, when the design for East Medicine Lake Beach was underway, the City wrestled with the issue of ice fishing access to Medicine Luke. The Park and Recreation Advisory Commission and the City Council were unanimous in their feelings that we had to provide access to Medicine Lake for the ice fisher- men on both the west side and the east side of the lake. They also hoped that the regional park on the north end would provide a public access for ice fishing, which, in fact, opened the winter of 1984. The strong feeling for providing public access was fueled because of the numerous calls the City received from residents around the entire shoreline complaining about ice fishermen driving their vehicles on and off the ice at any location they wanted. It was for this reason the City Council specifically stated they wanted to provide access to Medicine Lake somewhere along the east beach location. We chose the area just north of the 18th Avenue intersection because the ground was level there, and it appeared to be the easiest location to get to and from the ice. We also felt that by keeping the intersection close to 18th Avenue, the cars would actually use 18th Avenue to enter and exit the lake and would not cause a large number of traffic trips up and down East Medicine Lake Boulevard. I will concede that the point you have raised in your letter with regard to this being a possible traffic hazard may have merit. Therefore, we are going to closely monitor this situation in the next few weeks and make a determina- tion about the advisability of moving the public access approximately 100 yards further north of 18th Avenue. This may alleviate the problem with regard to the access interfering with the cars going around the corner of 18th Avenue and East Medicine Lake Boulevard. It could also have the effect of increasing traffic on East Medicine Lake Boulevard. With regard to your concern about horns honking and cars and trucks roaring, I have asked Dick Carlquist, Director of Public Safety, to see if there is anything his department can do to help with this problem. Thank you for bringing your concerns to our attention. If you have any further questions about this access, please call me. Sincerely, Eric J. Aa?A'Irr�ec.r Park and Recreation Dept. /np cc: City Manager Public Safety Director 3400 PLY%1OUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. mj1 .^4ESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE X612) 559-2800 January 28, 1985 Mr. Keith Ford Office of the Governor State of Minnesota St. Paul, MN 55155 Keith, CITY OF PLYMOUTFF Thank you for your reply to my letter of January 8th. I do appreciate that with over 800 appointments per year it is not possible for the Governor to submit his nominees to a comment period. As I am sure you appreciate, Metropolitan Council appointments are so very important to the communities the Council serves. Although the State Register publishes vacancies when they occur, there is a culling out process for the applicants and the media is frequently informed in advance about who the nominees are for the Council. At least this was so in respect to the Chairperson vacancy. Parenthetically I might add how pleased in retrospect I am with the Governor's appointment of Sandra Gardebring. I met Sandra personally at a recent meeting of the Municipal Legislative Commission. She has a warm and disarming style, and she is sincere in her intentions to balance suburban and urban interests on the Council. Because Sandra was not on the list of published nominees, I was some- what apprehensive about her appointment, but I have nothing but good things to say about her performance to date. She is not particularly partisan and is skilled at consensus making. Please compliment the Governor on this appointment. Thank you aga-in for your note, Keith, and let's keep in touch. I o apprec' t the promptness with which you have alwa�ps r plied to etters. Sif>ter'el David J. Devenport Mayor DJD: cap 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE '612 559-2800 Mr. Reith Ford Office of the Governor January 28, 1985 -Page 2- P.S. Reith, the Governor should also be complimented on his appointment of Pete Meintsema to the Chair of the Waste Control Commission. I visited with Pete for a few minutes the other evening also at the MLC meeting. He is very enthusiastic and extremely well qualified to serve in that capacity. RUDY PERPiCH GOVER%OR January 10, 1985 WAW of WNYIESMA OPFxz of TmE Go TMNOR ST. PAUL 55155 Honorable David J. Davenport Mayor, City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mayor Davenport: Thank you for your letter of January 8, 1985 in which you stated that our request for your recommendations for the vacant Metropolitan Council seats has, once again, come too late for you to become informed about the current candidates and their qualifications. We appreciate your comments and suggestion that we provide the names and applications of individuals who are under consideration to you for evaluation prior to your making informed recommendations. However, we do not have the staffing to provide such a service. All open appointment applications are on record with the Secretary of State and are open to the public, should you care to look at them. Vacancies are published in the State Register which may be found at your county library. Also, should you personally know someone whom you feel would qualify you might encourage him to apply in the future. Again, thank you for writing. Sincerely, KEITH FORD Office of the Governor U AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER e'qjpa. S' zata tiPUBLIC SCHOOLS ?pendent School District 284 DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 210 NORTH STATE HIGHWAY 101 PO. BOX 660 WAYZATA, MN 55391-9990 (612) 473-1108 January 25, 1985 Dave Davenport, Mayor CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Dave: Thank you for your letter. I look forward to working with you in my new role as Chairman of the Wayzata Board of Education. Education needs the alert support of our community. I hope that the School Board can move to a position of dealing with policies which affect education. I'd be happy to have breakfast with you to discuss ideas. Call me if you'd like to do that. My office number is 559-4321, and my home number is 475-1125. Again, Dave, thanks for taking the time to write me. Sincerely yours, mes C. Kemp, Chairman oard of Education JCK:Imb BRD6:58 cc: Shirli M. Vioni, Superintendent of Schools T 97 CITY OF PLYMOUTFt January 28, 1985 Mr. Steve L. Ricker 3530 Rosewood Lane Plymouth, MN 55441 Dear Mr. Ricker: I have previously corresponded with your wife, Lirda, in response to a letter to the Editor of the Post that she wrote regarding the Community Center. In October of last year you also wrote a letter to the Editor of that paper that I have been wanting to respond to for some time. Also, I see that Linda continues to be active in District 284 and I know both of you are frustrated with the District and apparently the City as well. The Plymouth Council did not "endorse this issue", that is, the issue of the community center referendum. You are con- fused about this. The referendum was placed on the ballot after 800 -plus residents of Plymouth petitioned the City to do so as provided for by State Law. Your statement that the Council was "representing special interests in the community" is not accurate. The citizens committee consisted of over 50 citizens, and if you were to examine the file of this committee at City Center, you would know that the minutes of the committee's deliberation reflected the negative views of some of its members. I will concede that after months of Com- mitee deliberations that when it became time to make recommendations that the committee consisted of more proponents than opponents, but I continue to feelthat the procesG that was employed to consider such an important subject was the correct one and I intend to continue my encouragement of citizens task forces to evaluate issues of community -wide significance. In your letter you suggest that "as elected representatives of Plymouth, I believe that (the Council) should truly represent the people by pursuing the following issues:". You then go on to recite 5 things that should be done. Each of your suggestions deserve a comment. As far as legislative lobbying is concerned, the City has its hands full just trying to protect our interests as a developing community in the Legislature. Historically the Legislature 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612 559-280G F Mr. Steve L. Ricker January 28, 1985 -Page 2 - has been hostile to emerging suburbs like Plymouth and regres- sive in its method of apportioning state aid. Plymouth, Edina, Eden Prairie are frequently referred to as the "rich" suburbs. That is not an accurate assessment, but one that nevertheless the City must deal with in its legislative rela- tions. In 1984 Plymouth joined with approximately 13 other communities to form the Legislative Municipal Commission. The Commission retained a law firm to lobby the Legislature and as a result of the Commission's efforts, the 1984 Legislature was more equitable in its tax and state aid treatment of the suburbs. I attended a meeting of the LMC last evening and I met with many state senators. I am confident our efforts will result in more equitable tax treatment by the 1985 legislation., also. You also think it's the City's responsibility to lobby the Legislature on behalf of its 4 school districts. I disagree. Historically the educational lobby in the state has been very effective. But perhaps individual school districts should coordinate with other districts with common interests to lobby for these interests, as Plymouth has done through its sponsorship and participation in the LMC. Secondly, you suggest that the Council work the the other school boards in Plymouth for the improvement of our local school systems. I agree and the Council does. Councilmember Pat Hoyt Neils is a member of the Advisory Council that regularly meets with District 281. The Plymouth Council also has individual members that act as liaison with the other school districts. I have been active in the last few years with District 284 in particular. Councilmember Maria Vasilicu will be acting as liaison with District 284 in 1985, and she had also served on at least one District task force prior to becoming a Councilmember. Thirdly, you urge us to work with County and State government to stop unnecessary government spending. You also ask parenthetically "when have Plymouth property taxes ever been reduced?". Steve, your are misinformed about Plymouth property taxes. I corresponded with Linda in October advising her that taxes will be reduced slightly in Plymouth in 1985. With the exception of the last couple of years, Plymouth has consistently levied below the amount allowed by law. In the last 4 years we levied to the maximum because we felt it was prudent to develop a reasonable operating reserve to cover the City's cash flow requirements rather than to pass on tax decreases that might be politically popular but not wise fiscally. As you are probably aware, District 284 has a zero reserve and I am sorry Mr. Steve L. Ricker January 28, 1985 -Page 3 - that more people do not appreciate that fact because they might be more receptive to the District's attempts to solve its financial problems. Even though the District has a zero reserve, it has a budget approximately 2-1/2 times as large as Plymouth's. To compare the cost of government in Plymouth with other communities, consider the fact that Plymouth has fewer employees per thousand residents than any other community you might fairly compare us to, including Minnetonka, Edina and Eden Prairie. Since the highest cost in any governmental budget is personnel, this is a very important statistic. In October, a resident who had been critical of the City from time to time attended the Council's public hearing on the 1985 budget. He complimented the City because of the attractive ratio of personnel costs as a percentage of overall expenditures. You suggest in your letter that the Council should work with the Federal Government in correcting the service problems surrounding the Plymouth post office. Thank you for pointing out that "they are only located next to City Hall". The service problems that you reference do exist, but they are not directly controllable by the City. The Postal Department is sensitive to congressional influence. If you haven't written your congressman directly or Senators Durenberger or Boschwitz about your complaints, may I suggest that you do SO. You aren't the first person, certainly, to complain about the post office, however; nor will you be the last. I, too, hope that 1985 brings fewer complaints about the post office. Lastly, Steve, you suggest that the Council should look for "other ways to save money for the citizens of Plymouth so that perhaps a community center could be built and enjoyed by everybody without a tax increase". In view of its over- whelming defeat, I do not feel compelled to pursue a community center at this time. A more important priority for me is the continued fiscal management of the City. Because of our expanding tax base, Plymouth should be able to consistently pass on tax decreases to alleviate a portion of our residents' property tax burdens, assuming we continue our conservative fiscal management. The developing of a commercial and industrial tax base permits Plymouth not only to reduce taxes, but it also finances the other amenities that a young but developing community needs. Prior to 1985, the last property tax decrease that the City passed on was in 1980. The four years since were used to accumulate the cash flow reserve I earlier referred to. The Mr. Steve L. Ricker January 28, 1985 -Page 4 - last property tax decrease over all for those people residing in the Osseo, Wayzata and Hopkins School District portions of Plymouth was in 1981. Since the school districts receive such a large percentage of the property tax dollar (at least 55%) when Plymouth decreases taxes, the property tax burden may still increase overall because of increases by the school districts or Hennepin County. Even a modest increase in the school district or Hennepin County levies would completely obliterate any decrease in Plymouth's portion of the property tax dollar. Unfortunately for the Council, most people look at the overall property tax burden and do not look behind it to see what the individual taxing bodies are doing or what percentage of the tax dollar they control and consume. I object to your comment that the Council represents only the people who work at City Hall. The Plymouth Council attempts to represent, within the limits of our abilities, all people of our community. All of us serve at large. We especially appreciate constructive input from citizens speaking individually or through homeowner associations or citizens committees, including the community center task force. These people do not "shoot from the hip", rather, they take the time and effort to become informed so that they have more than a superficial knowledge of the subject they are concerned about. Thank goodness for these individuals because they apply the "tension" to the system that make it work responsively. When you criticize people who "lobby for special interests at Council meetings" I respond by asking: are not you and your wife, and others who are concerned about quality education in District 284 a special interest? Are not the "quality education people" a lobby? Of course they are, and they should be. Some special interests are better organized than others, but to suggest that special interests are wrong per se is not correct. Special interests can be a positive or negative force in government depending on their motives and also depending on "whose ox is being gored". So in closing, let me encourage you to continue to write letters to the editor about matters that concern you. If they involve Plymouth, please copy them to me, and I promise you a response. However, before doing so, may I suggest you contact me, another member of the Council or the City staff to background yourself a little bit more on the matter you are complaining of. This will serve the purpose of not only better informing you, but it will add credibility to what Mr. Steve L. Ricker January 28, 1985 -Page 5 - you have to say. Debate is an essential part of the political process, but informed debate elevates the whole process. If you and Lindaould like tozeet and talk sometime, please let me knock It would looklf6rward to it. 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Sir Francis Bacon also wrote it is "left only to God and to the angels to be lookers-on". When you sought elective office in Plymouth in 1981 you chose not to be a "looner-on", standing on the sidelines. But rather, because you believed that democracy can and must face its problems, you waded into the fray seeking solutions that were rarely easy to find. You served Plymouth conscientiously, demonstrating conviction, a desire to help others who needed help and always a true and genuine love for our community. You never hesitated to speak out on things regardless of how big or small they might be, how significant or insignificant, and there were times following your election that you literally worked full time as a Councilmember. You also were always accessible to the people who sought you out for advice or to express concern. Pat, thank you for all that you have done for Plymouth. Thank you also for supporting me when I believed it to be in the best interest of the City to have unanimous Council support on a matter of important policy. Do take special care. Plymouth is indebtpelpd to you for the sacrifices (and they were great!) tha ,yo m *-�to serve our community. David X. Davenport Mayor DJD:CZ400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 5592800 January 28, 1985 Mrs. Jean Koski 15730 6th Avenue North Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Jean: Rarely has someone's death touched a community as Bill's death touched Plymouth. Maybe it was because during his life Bill touched so much of our community. The memorial service was very beautiful. Thank you for allowing it to be at the High School so that the thousands who mourned Bill's passing could celebrate his life through Don Chillstrom's beautiful eulogy. Bill's death is something we cannot understand, but his brief sojourn on earth enriched the lives of many and as Pastor Claus said, paraphrasing the gospel of John, Bill has passed out of death into life. He has been entrusted to God's never -failing love - the love that sustained him in his life on earth and nurtures him now in Heaven. It will be our prayers that you, Bill, Jr., Cynthia and Kristen will be given courage and faith and the strength to meet the days ahead, secure in the knowledge and in the joyful expectation of one day being reunited again. If there is anything I might do for you during your bereave- ment, ple Sse)calA me. God Speed. f DJD: cap 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 5592800 PLYMOUTFF January 28, 1985 Mrs. Robert Miggins 13416 County Road 15 Plymouth, MN 55441 Dear Mrs. Miggins: I am pleased that Bob is continuing to show progress. I know that you and your loved ones have been thrust into the midst of something that is difficult to understand. Please know that you, Bob and your family will continue to receive the prayers of many, many people in Plymouth to give you courage and faith so that you might have the strength to meet the days ahead. Please convey to Bob on behalf of all of Plymouth our wishes for a most speedy convalescence and if there is anything I might do for you or your family, please call me. Sin Davie Mayoz DJD: cap 340G PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPH",' ' 2' .'''9-2800 j CITY 0F PLYMOUTI4 January 28, 1985 Mr. Don Chillstrom 820 North Queensland Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Don: Bill Koski's death throws you and many others that were touched by him into the midst of something that is not easily understood, but your eulogy is something I will never forget. Bill was a kind and a good man and now that he has passed out of death into life, you and Bill's other Christian friends may look forward with the joyful expectation of being reunited with him again some day. I know he was your best friend. Please accept my deepest sympathies o his passing. Sinc re , David J. en Davport Mayor / DJD: cap 340G PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPH'-- -.E f6-2 559•2c00 CITY OF PUMOUTR January 29, 1985 Mr. Paul Smith Metropolitan Council 300 Metro Square Building St. Paul, MN 55101 Dear Mr. Smith, Please include the following comments as a part of the record of the public hearing on the proposed regional Solid Wasce Management Development Guide/Policy Plan. These comments are submitted on behalf of the City of Plymouth. They have been reviewed and endorsed by the City Council. As a whole, the proposed policy/plan is commendable for its clear objective and completeness. We must minimize landfilling as soon as possible. The proposed 1990 date for prohibiting the land disposal of unprocessed municipal waste is aggressive but feasible with proper incentives. The overall priority on waste reduction, recycling and resource recovery is proper. Extensive and continuing public education is essential. Flexibility of the system and its components are crucial. However, there are some aspects of the plan that we believe should be altered or reconsidered. 1. The requirement for waste generators to separate identified recyclables and �_ompostable yard waste after 1987. There are several problems with this approach. First there is the virtual impossibility of enforcement. It 13 obvious from the participation estimates that it is expected that a substantial minority will ignore the law. Rather than a law requiring source separation by all generators, we believe a better approach would be to require municipalities to make available the means for generators to dispose of voluntarily separated recyclables. This requirement could be patterned after the service requirements shown in figure 4-1 (note concern about figure 4-1 below). The provision of this service combined with the extensive and on-going publicity envisioned may well result in a participation rate near that estimated for mandatory separation. If the slippage is modest, that would be a reasonable price to avoid imposing the legal requirement for separation. 3400 P'_Y'IOUTH SCULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. "AIINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800 Mr. Paul Smith 1/29/85 Page 2 2. The strong encouragement of organized collection of mixed municipal waste. Given that the Council is currently studying organized collection, this policy/recommendation is premature. While from a "top-down" management standpoint there are certain arguments that can be made for organized collection, there are also a number of strong arguments for the open process now employed by most cc -=unities. Rather than go through those arguments in detail here, let me just say that the objective should be to provide the most efficient service possible consistent with the desires of the citizens of each community. The better system will differ between communities and perhaps even between different parts of any particular municipality. 3. The requirement for the separation of hazardous wastes by residential generators with the provision of collection and management services by 1988. This may be the most unrealistic/unrealizable objeCLive in the plan. The proble�.Ls of dealing with residential hazardous wastes are extraordinary. First there is the extremely wide variety of these wastes generated by each residence. Second is the great irregularity of flow - e.g., we may all have one newspaper per day or 6 to 12 beverage cans per week to dispose but the flow of hazardous wastes is very erratic. It will be far beyond 1988 before there is any practical means of managing residential hazardous wastes. Just think of the logistics of collection and separation of the multitudes of oils, paints, Insecticides, pesticides, etc., etc.. Indeed, I don't believe the Waste Management Board is near a solution to this problem. 4. Proposed Recycling Service in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area. The map presented as figure 4-1 presents the recommended level of recycling service to be provided by each municipality. In general the varying levels of service are logical and appropriate. However, the implicit model used to determine the various recommendations should be made explicit and carried through at the local level. Specifically I'.n referring to degree of urbanization or population density. This is an issue primarily for the many developing municipalities like Plymouth. Cities like Plymouth, Maple Grove, Brooklyn Park, etc., have portions of their area that are at or at least well on the road to full development. They also have substantial areas that will not be developed for many years. For example, Plymouth and other northwestern Hennepin County communities have major portions of their cities which are restricted (by the Metropolitan Council) from development until certain trunk sanitary sewers are constructed. These sewers may not be developed for 10 or 20 years. Mr. Paul Smith 1/29/85 Page 3 We should not be required to provide curb side pick-up of recyclables until these areas develop. We should provide pick-up for developed areas and drop-off sites for non - urbanized areas. 5. Financing of recycling program. While there are funds being made available through the counties for recycling programs, it appears these will only cover a portion of the start-up and on-going expense. One of three actions should be taken: a) repeal of levy limits on local governments, b) allow financing of these=_ programs by local governments outside of levy limits, or c) full and continual funding by the state or counties. These provisions are necessary because many cities are at or near their levy limit. Thus this new program would have to replace a current service. This would be an extremely difficult trade-off to sell to our citizens. Clearly the removal of the levy limit is the preferred option for many reasons. 6. Wastes to be separated. In paragraph 5 on page 23 low priority is assigned to the recovery or reuse of wastes such as tires, plastics and demolition debris. This priority should be significantly raised because of the volume of landfill capacity these wastes will occupy despite the fact they could be utilized. This same paragraph includes a statement in conflict with recommended policy number 6 on page 32 in regards to residential hazardous wastes. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this important proposed pian. If you have any questions on my comments, please let me know. The improved management of solid wastes is crucial to the metropolitan area and each of us as -public officials and private citizens alike. Respectivy submitte H. David Crain Councilmember HDC/mm cc: Josephine Nunn - Metropolitan Council Senator Tad Jude Senator Jim Ramstad Representative Dale Clausnitzer Representative Craig Shaver Representative Jim Heap Henn. County Commissioner Bud Robb Henn. County Commissioner Sam Sivanich Mayor and Councilmembers CITY OF mnn a P LLeco rrov/LD ee M' N,, 9401 FERNBROOK LANE /MAPLE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55369— 9998 / PHONE: 420-4000 MAYOR ................. James Deane COUNCII-MEMBER ......... David Burmese COUNCILMEMBER ......... . Charles Dehn X' COUNCILMEMBER ........ Donald Ramstad `� COUNCILMEMBER .......... Donna Ryon CITY ADMINISTRATOR .... Douglas S. Reeder t' January 25, 1985 Councilmember Patricia Hoyt - Neils 3890 Orleans Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Councilmember Hoyt: I have talked with Gerry Butcher, our City Engineer, about the drainage problem you mentioned last night involving Howard Hunt's property. He has assured me that he is working with Fred Moore to remove some sediment in a 50 foot stretch of Elm Creek. This work should be commenced within the next 30 days and hopefully this will help solve the problem. If I can be of any further help in this matter, please let me know. Sincerel l 4 Douglas S. Reeder City Administrator DSR:ct Y I have talked with Gerry Butcher, our City Engineer, about the drainage problem you mentioned last night involving Howard Hunt's property. He has assured me that he is working with Fred Moore to remove some sediment in a 50 foot stretch of Elm Creek. This work should be commenced within the next 30 days and hopefully this will help solve the problem. If I can be of any further help in this matter, please let me know. Sincerel l 4 Douglas S. Reeder City Administrator DSR:ct