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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
June 28, 1985
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS......
1. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, July 1, 7:30 p.m. Regular City
Council meeting in City Council Chambers.
2. HOLIDAY - CITY OFFICES CLOSED -- City offices will be closed
hursday, July 4.
3. PLANNING COMMISSION -- Tuesday, July 9. The Planning Commission
Forum 7:15 p.m., Planning Commission meeting 7:30 p.m., City Council
Chambers.
4. MUSIC IN PLYMOUTH -- The 13th annual Music in Plymouth sponsored by
the Plymouth Civic League and featuring the Minnesota Orchestra will
be held Wednesday, July 10 beginning at 6:30 p.m.
5. JULY MEETING CALENDAR -- A copy of the July calendar of meetings and
events is attached. (M-5)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION....
1. MEDICINE LAKE - FIRE SERVICE -- Following the Council meeting of
June 17, 1 wrote Mayor rensen a letter summarizing the City's
position with respect to the continuance of fire protective services
to the City of Medicine Lake. A copy of my June 18 letter is
attached. I subsequently discussed this matter with Mayor Sorensen,
who informs me that he will be discussing this subject with his
Council on Monday, July 1. After he's had an opportunity of
discussing our position with his Council, I anticipate that he will
be back in contact with me. In any event, I will report to the
Council not later than July 15 on the status of the negotiations. I
believe by that time, the parties will have had an opportunity of
either agreeing or determining that they will not be able to agree.
(I-1)
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800
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2. 1985 LEGISLATION AFFECTING PLYMOUTH -- The recently adopted Omnibus
Tax Bill includes a wide range of items which affect the City.
While this bill significantly makes changes to the State's income
tax system, there are numerous other features which, to a greater or
lesser degree, impact directly on Plymouth. Below I will try to
summarize some of those changes:
1) Property Taxation -- The residential homestead property tax
class class 3C will be revised effective for taxes payable in
1986. The present law provides for a three tier classification:
Assessor's Market Value
The first $32,000
Next $32,000
Excess over $64,000
Classification Ratio
17%
19%
30%
Effective for taxes payable in 1986, the first tiers are
combined as follows:
Assessor's Market Value
Classification Ratio
First $64,000 18%
Excess over $64,000 29%
Beginning with taxes payable in 1987, the market value over
$64,000 will be assessed at 28%. This will have the result of
shifting slightly property taxes to lower valued homesteaded
property. This will have "a modest impact overall on the taxes
our citizens pay for Hennepin County services as compared to
those paid by residents of other municipalities, particularly
Minneapolis.
2) Homestead Credit -- Commencing in 1986, the homestead credit
will be increased from $650 to $700, and the market value to
which the homestead credit will apply has been increased from
$67,000 to $68,000.
3) Local Government Financing Commission -- An 18 member commission
consisting of nine members each from the House and Senate has
been established for the purpose of examining the local
government finance structure, particularly homestead credits and
local government aid. This commission will be working during
the interim and our MLC will be following it closely.
4) Local Government Aids -- The legislature made an additional 8%
appropriation for local government aid for 1986 only. The
formula which was included within the Omnibus Tax Bill will have
to be reauthorized for 1987. Plymouth's local government aid
will increase 12% ($41,535) in 1986 to $387,656.
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5) Hennepin County Park Reserve District -- The Park Reserve
District Board will be largely independent from the Hennepin
County Board of Commissioners commencing in 1986. There will be
five Board members elected from Hennepin County, excluding
Minneapolis. An additional two members will be appointed from
suburban Hennepin County by the Board of Commissioners. The
three members currently appointed by the Minneapolis Park Board
will have their terms expire effective September 1, 1985. The
Hennepin County Park Reserve District's remaining Board members
Will appoint one member to serve through 1986, bringing the
total to five members. The Hennepin County Board of
Commissioners will appoint two members; one who will serve
through 1986, and the other through 1988. The election of the
redistricted Park Board members will occur in November 1986.
Three of the persons elected at that time will be elected for
four-year terms and two for two-year terms. The Park Board also
has the authority to levy up to 1.3 mills (an increase of .3
mills), which levy will exclude Minneapolis. This will shift
the expense for the Park Reserve District to suburban Hennepin
County. Our residents will therefore be paying higher taxes to
support the district. One interesting feature of this change is
the fact that both the Hennepin County Board and the Hennepin
County Park Reserve District must approve acceptance of this
legislation by August 1, 1985 before it can become effective.
6) Industrial Development Revenue Bonds -- The number of entitle-
ment cities has been reduced to six: the three first-class
cities of Minneapolis, St. Paul and Duluth, and Rochester, St.
Cloud and Moorhead. The three first-class cities will be
entitled to a $200 per capita IDR allocation, with the other
three cities allocation entitlement of $5 million each. The
rest of us "poor folks" will all be competing from the "pool".
At this time I don't know what the size of that pool will be.
The allocation system will rely upon applications from
municipalities, which applications will be evaluated against a
set list of criteria which are set forth in the Act. The Act
further establishes a priority for the types of uses to which
IDR funding shall be allocated. The first is to manufacturing
projects, the second to pollution control and waste management
projects, and the third to commercial redevelopment projects.
7) Budget Reserve -- One of the "sticking" points throughout the
legislative session was the amount of the "rainy day" fund or
budget reserve. The final bill increases this from $375 to $450
million. This reserve is to be used for cash flow purposes as
well as for unforeseen changes in the State's economy. To that
end, the bill authorizes the Commissioner of Finance to delay
payment of the November property tax (homestead credit) and
local government aids for up to 30 days from November 15 to
December 15 if he determines that such a delay is necessary to
avoid State cash flow borrowing. This could have an obvious
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impact on the municipalities of the State from our own cash flow
needs. During the past several years the State has continued to
defer and stretch out payments to local governments. The local
government aids are to be paid in six equal monthly installments
commencing July 15.
8) Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) -- The bill provides, through new
cigarette taxes, a financing mechanism to assist the cities of
Minneapolis, St. Paul and South St. Paul with the problem of
separating combined sanitary and storm sewers. This will
hopefully lead to an understanding between the PCA and the State
of Wisconsin with respect to alleged pollution of the
Mississippi River caused by combined sewer overflows. If this
problem is resolved, then a cloud is lifted from developing
communities, such as Plymouth, which would be severely impacted
if a sewer extension moratorium were imposed.
Two attachments relating to 1985 legislation are also included for
your information. The first attachment is a June 24th press release
issued through the Municipal Legislative Commission on Plymouth's
increase in local government aids. The second attachment is a
Bulletin from the Association of Metropolitan Municipalities which
provides summaries of 1985 legislation of interest to metro cities.
(I-2)
3. MINUTES -- The following minutes are attached for your information:
a. Planning Commission, June 19, 1985 (I -3a)
b. Park and Recreation Commission, June 13, 1985 (I -3b)
c. Elm Creek Conservation Commission, June 12, 1985 (I -3c)
4. TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF COUNTY ROAD 61 -- On Monday, June 24, County
Road 61 was closed to through traffic between Highway 12 - North
Frontage Road and County Road 15 for road reconstruction. Attached
is a map showing the detour for traffic utilizing the Highway 12
north frontage road and Cheshire Lane. Construction on this roadway
is anticipated to last three months. Also attached is a copy of a
letter from Minnetonka Mayor Larry Donlin in response to Mayor
Davenport's letter on connecting Cheshire Lane to the north Highway
12 frontage road. (I-4)
5. LITIGATION:
a. Attached is a notice of appeal filed by Mrytle Lamsuga appealing
special assessments against her property with respect to Project
404, Sunrise Hills/Skyline Hills improvement project. (I -5a)
b. Attached is a copy of notice of claim from David B. Himlie,
representing Susan Olson, with regard to an injury Ms. Olson
sustained at the West Medicine Lake beach. (I -5b)
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6. WASTE MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE -- Dick Pouliot attended the Third
Annual Conference on Solid Waste Management sponsored by the Metro-
politan Council, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the
Minnesota Waste Management Board. Attached for your information is
a report from Dick on the conference. (I-6)
7. BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND PERMIT ISSUANCE TIME -- In effort
to reduce the turn around time for plan review of new single family
dwelling applications, the City has been using the services of
former Building Inspector Gene Soboy to assist with plan review.
Since dune 4, 1985 Gene has completed review of 32 plans for the
City. This has resulted in reducing the turn around time for permit
issuance from 10 business days to approximately 4 days. Attached is
a report from Blair Tremere on this subject. (I-7)
8. COUNCIL FOLLOW UPS:
a. Honeywell Noise Complaint -- The City has received several
complaints from residents on the noise generated by rooftop
equipment at the Honeywell facility at 12005 Highway 55.
Attached is correspondence between Blair Tremere and Ken
Peterson of Honeywell on steps being taken by Honeywell to
reduce the noise levels. (I -8a)
b. Skyline Hills Sewer and Water Project -- Mr. Dick Graber, 4835
Yorktown Lane, recently contacted Councilmember Schneider
regarding his driveway. He was concerned that because of a
change in street elevation, the grade of his driveway had
changed and may present problems in the future. Fred Moore and
Harlan Olson of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates,
inspected the driveway on dune 26 and found the driveway to be
at an approximate 11 percent grade. Attached is a memorandum
from Fred advising that the City's consultant will remove and
replace 45 feet of Mr. Graber's existing driveway so that it
will have an approximate 7 percent grade. (I -8b)
c. Inquiry from Councilmember Vasiliou -- Attached is a memo from
Blair Tremere responding to ouncilmember Maria VdSiliOU'S
inquiry of dune 24 regarding three planning related items.
(I -8c)
9. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letters to previous recipients of City bingo licenses, advising
of the new state -licensed gambling provisions. (I -9a)
b. Letter to Dick Carlquist from Wayzata Police Chief David Brehm,
commending Plymouth Police Officer Rick Herman for his
assistance in the apprehension of burglary suspects at a Wayzata
restaurant in Wayzata on dune 16. (I -9b)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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June 18, 1985
Mr. Neal Sorensen
Mayor
City of Medicine Lake
132 Peninsula Road
Plymouth, MN 55441
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RE: MUTUAL FIRE PROTECTION AGREEMENT
Dear Mayor Sorensen:
CITY OF
PLYMOUTR
Our Council last evening reviewed my memo of June 14 (copy attached) dealing with
Plymouth providing fire suppression service to Medicine Lake. Following a
discussion on this matter, the Council directed that I promptly meet with your
negotiating committee to hopefully conclude discussions on this topic. I tried to
reach you at your office this morning, but discovered that you are out of the office
for the day. Accordingly, I am taking this opportunity to put .nto writing the
essence of the Citv Council's direction in order that you and y3ur committee may
review it prior to our meeting.
The Council has proposed that we negotiate a three year agreement for fire
protection services. This agreement would be subject to renegotiation after two
years. The cost to Medicine Lake for the first year of fire service would be
$10,000. The second and subsequent years would be based on 1.93% of the fire
department's operating budget.
You will note in my June 14 memo how I arrived at what I consider to be a reasonable
approach at direct cost recovery. That approach yielded $7,940 based on the present
budget. To that, the Council added $2,060, bringing the total to $10,000. Our
Council believes that the benefits derived to the citizens of Medicine Lake from the
availability of this service, on a primary or back-up basis, warrants the $10,000
fee.
The annual fee in subsequent years would be based on 1.93% of the fire department's
operating budget. For example, the 1985 fire department operating budget is
$517,831. If this is multiplied by the 1.93%, the product is $9,994.14. This
methodology would fix the City of Medicine Lake's contribution to a known percentage
of the budget and would therefore be readily avai1�!51e to both cities in the fall of
each year.
Our Council is desirous of completing these negotiations as rapidly as possible.
Accordingly, I would expect to be in a position of reporting back to my Council on
July 1 on whether or not the City of Medicine Lake is prepared to enter into an
agreement as outlined above.
Thank you for your consideration.
mes G. Willis
C ty Manager
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
association of
metropolitan
municipalities
June 26, 1985
B U L L E�- IN
TO: AMM Member Cities
(Mayors, Managers/Administrators and Delegates)
FROM: AMM Staff
RE: 1985 LEGISLATIVE ACT SUMMARIES - ITEMS OF
PARTICULAR INTEREST TO METRO CITIES
THE LEGISLATIVE ACT SUMMARIES CO`N'TAINED HEREIN ARE:
1. PERA BOARD (CHAPTER 11).
2. COMPREHENSIVE PLANS AND ZONING ORDINANCES (CHAPTER 62).
3. SALE OF NON -INTOXICATING MALT LIQUOR (CHAPTER 117).
4. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS: FIREFIGHTERS (CHAPTER 197).
5. METRO SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT (CHAPTER 274).
6. CABLE TV (CHAPTER 285).
7. CONFLICT OF INTEREST STANDARDS FOR CONDEMNATION C011M.
(CHAPTER 299).
8. COEFFICIENT OF DISPERSION PENALTY (CHAPTER 300).
9. METROPOLITAN TRANSIT.
10. COMBINED SEWER SEPARATION.
11. FISCAL NOTES.
12. LOCAL GOVERNMENT AID - OMNIBUS TAX BILL.
13. PLUMBING INSPECTIONS- BUILDING INSPECTORS (NO CHAPTER.
Please contact either Roger Peterson or Vern Peterson at the
AMM Office (227-5600) should you have questions. We also
want to acknowledge and thank Joel Jamnik, LMC Legislative
Counsel, for his contributions to this bulletin.
Haul, mi;nesota 55101 (612) 227-5600
1. PERA Board (Chapter 11 - S.F. 122)
2.
Abolishes the PERA Board and replaces it with a nine -member
board composed of the state auditor and eight appointees of
the governor, including representatives of school boards,
cities, counties, retired annuitants, and non-PERA members.
The general membership will eventually elect three members of
the board.
The PERA Board will select the Executive Director with the
advice and consent of the Senate. Qualifications include
five years experience in an executive level management
position, with responsibility for pensions, deferred
compensation or employee benefits. Statute also fixes the
salary of the executive director, prohibits PERA from
contracting with lobbyists, requires procedures for
reimbursement of Board member expenses, and integrates
present PERA employees into state classified service. Most
provisions of this law became effective April 11, 1985, other
sections take effect July 1, 1985.
Comprehensive Plans and Zoning Ordinances
Chapter b2 - H.F. 2 7
Clarifies the lines of authority between a local planning
commission or agency and the city council. The amendment
states that a local planning agency may recommend to a
governing body the adoption and amendment of a comprehensive
plan and that a governing body may propose a comprehensive
plan and amendments by resolution submitted to a planning
agency. There had been some recent confusion whether a city
council could propose changes to the comprehensive plan
without the planning agency first recommending the change.
Under the new law, a governing body may not act upon the
proposed plan or amendment until it receives a recommendation
of the planning agency or until 60 days have elapsed since
the plan or amendment was submitted to the planning agency
for recommendations.
The statute also specifies that amendments to comprehensive
plans must be adopted by a two-thirds vote, instead of a
majority, of the governing body. Finally, the law also
specifies that where a comprehensive plan conflicts with a
Zoning ordinance, the ordinance supersedes the plan.
Effective July 1, 1985.
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3. Sale of Non-Intoxicatin Malt Liquor
(Chapter 117 - H.F. 03
Authorizes holders of on -sale and off -sale intoxicating
liquor licenses to sell non -intoxicating malt liquor without
further license. Statute also defines "low alcohol malt
liquor" as a fermented malt beverage containing two percent
or less of alcohol by weight.
4. Residency Requirements: Firefighters
(Chapter 197 - S.F.11 7
Permits cities or counties to impose reasonable residency
requirements on volunteer firefighters or members of
nonprofit firefighting corporations if there is a
demonstrated, job-related necessity. Statute requires
residency requirement to be related to response time and
establis'ied without regard to political subdivision
boundaries.
5. Metro Solid Waste Management (Chapter 274 - S.F. 866)
Outlines the process by which designated resource recovery
facility may petition and qualify for exclusion of waste
materials. Statute defines closure and post closure care of
disposal facilities. Facilities owned/operated by public
agency or supported by public funds or obligations are
prohibited from accepting recyclable materials except for
transfer to recycler, unless no person is willing to accept
recyclable materials. Statute requires owner/operator to
submit proof of financial responsibility within 180 days of
effective date of agency rules or by January 1, 1987,
whichever is later. By January 1, 1987 and in subsequent
odd -numbered years, metro council must provide the
legislature with cost and financing analysis of metro area
facilities. Statute allows the use of any site owned by the
metropolitan waste control commission of less than 500 acres
for landspreading sewage sludge.
Statute specifies the information to be included in counties'
abatement plans: measurable performance standards for local
abatement activities for county as a whole and for cities of
first, second, and third class, stated in annual increments
through 1990 and in two five-year increments thereafter. 7ne
county plan must include standards and procedures to be used
tY county to determine whether cities have implemented plan
and satisfied performance standards for local abatement. :he
county's annual report to the metro council must list cities
that have not satisfied county performance standards for
local abatement.
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Statute permits counties to adopt ordinances requiring
separation of mixed municipal waste. The ordinance shall
apply to local units within county that have failed to meet
local abatement performance standards.
Levies to pay increased costs to cities and towns of
implementing, waste reduction and source separation programs
are exempt from levy limit imposed by M.S. 275.
By January 1, 1986 and each January thereafter, metro council
shall pay cities and towns $4 per ton for recyclable material
collected and recycled from residential sources within city
or town. In order to qualify, cities and towns must certify
the tons collected and recycled.
After January 1, 1990 metro area waste facilities may not
accept mixed municipal waste unless waste has been
transferred to facility from resource recovery facility
identified by metro council.
Statute corrects language contained in M.S. 473.84,
Subdivision 5, so that charter cities as well as statutory
cities can collect the 50 cents per household from the
metropolitan landfill abatement fund.
6. Cable (Chapter 285 - H.F. 786)
Chapter 285 (H.F. 786) recodifies the state statutes dealing _
with cable television franchising and the metropolitan
regional channel. Many of the State Cable Board rules and
regulations have been included in the new laws. The State
Cable Board was abolished as of July 1, 1985 and its duties
transferred to the State Commissioner of Commerce. A
provision was included to create a Metropolitan Regional
Channel non profit corporation entity if one had not been
designated by the Cable Board by July 1, 1985. Membership
on the Board of Directors of the entity is specified by
organization or class of interested persons with final
appointment by the Metropolitan Council. This provision will
probably be mcot since the Cable Board will probably
designate a non profit corporation as the Regional Channel
entity at its June 23, 1985 meeting. The Board of Directcrs
of the entity to be designated will consist of 13 persons
representing various interests including three from cities or
franchise commissions.
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Conflict of Interest Standards for Condemnation.
Commissioners Chapter 299 - S.F. 3
Requires courts, before appointing a commissioner in a
condemnation case, to inquire whether the prospective
commissioner has any relationship, business or otherwise, to
any of the parties in the proceeding, or any interest in the
proceeding which may constitute a conflict of interest or may
create the appearance of impropriety should that person be
appointed. No person who might have difficulty in rendering
and unbiased decision may be appointed to serve. One of the
commissioners may be a practicing attorney knowledgeable in
eminent domain matters but all other commissioners must be
persons actively engaged in the occupation of real estate
sales or appraising or knowledgeable in real estate values.
All commissioners will be required to sign an oath that they
have no conflicts of interest.
8. Coefficient of Disperson Penalty (Chapter '300 - S.F. 472)
Includes a repealer of the Coefficient of Dispersion Penalty.
This penalty was adopted in 1977 but implementation has been
delayed annually since 1978. Cities local government aid
would have been reduced up to $5 per capita based on the
coefficient of dispersion which is a measure of internal
assessment quality. The significant problems with the 1977
legislation were that the thresholds for the penalty exceeded
national standards for good assessment, many of the. local -
units penalized had no control over the assessor or
assessment practices, and the data used to calculate the
index was not precise.
9. Metropolitan Transit (1985 Special Session, S.F. 24)
Funding for the Regional Transit Board (RIB) and the various
Metropolitan Transit activities, including the Metropolitan
Transit Commission, was provided at an adequate level to
maintain current programs. Funds ($1,750,000) were provided
to undertake a Transit Needs Assessment for the Metropolitan
Area to determine the size and location, of transit markets,
characteristic of transit users, and cost of alternatives
including any mode of transit or vehicle system. No public
funds can be expanded on Light Rail Ttansit without.
legislative authority and until the Transit Needs Assessment
is complete. The RTB membership was reduced from fourteen
members plus chair to eight members plus chair affective
August 1, 1935. The FIB was given authority to estatlish
fair policy and rates to insure at least 35% operating cost
funding. This must be included within the mandated three
year Financial and Implementation Plan.
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Combined Sewer Overflow & Grants
(1985 Special Session, H.F. 10
Article 19 establishes a state funding mechansim and time
schedule to assist the cities of Minneapolis, St. Paul, and
South St. Paul in completing the separation of their combined
sewers. To be eligible to receive state assistance, a city
must have a plan approved by the MPCA to abate combined sewer
overflow (CSO) and such city must implement a program to
disconnect any structures or devices which were constructed
to divert or convey stormwater, snow melting, surface water
from private or public property into a public sanitary or
combined sewer. It is intended that the sewer separation
program be completed in 10 years. $6,750,000 is appropriated
annually for grants and interest free loans to the three
cities. The MPCA determines eligible costs for each city and
compares individual costs to the total eligible costs
required to abate CSO. This comparison determines each city's
proportionate share of the state provided funding. Of the
annual appropriation of $6,750,000; one-half is a grant and
one-half is an interest free loan.
The loan repayment amount required each year during the
repayment period is the loan amount received in the annual
installment 10 year before.
This program is funded by an increase in the cigarette tax.
Fiscal Notes (1985 Special Session, S.F. 24)
A section within the Semi States Appropriation bill requires
that all legislative bills affecting local government cost or
expenditures have appended to them by the State Finance
Department a fiscal note estimating the local expenditure.
Although, this requirement does not have a direct local
affect, it will point out to legislators and other interested
organizations the public cost of various mandate bills prior
to passage and may help prevent some bills which carry hidden
costs to cities from becoming law without adequate provision
for funding.
12. Omnibus Tax Bill (1985 Special Session, H.F. 10)
Local Government Aid
A new Local Government Aid (LGA) distribution formula was
adopted for the year 1986 only, which means some action must
be taken in the 1986 legislative session to either extend the
new formula or adopt something else. The aid amount for 1986
was increased by 8% and most cities will receive the maximum
increase of 12%. No city will receive less than it received
in 1985. Cities of the first class are guaranteed at least a
2% increase.
A preliminary aid factor is determined by calculating the
fiscal need factor (3 year average of the sum of the levy
plus LGA) minus the local effort mill rate amount (local
effort mill rate times equalized assessed value). An across
the board reduction factor is applied to the preliminary aid
increase over 1985 levels to bring the total aid increase
down to the appropriation level. The minimum (1985 LGA
amount of 2% increase for first class cities) and maximum
(12%) are then applied. The local effort mill rate factor is
calculated by adding the number of mills needed to raise $16
per capita per mill for the first $300 per capital of average
levy plus aid and the number of mills needed to raise $14 per
capital per mill for levy plus aid in excess of $300 per
capital. The minimum local effort mill rate permitted is 8
mill.
Revenue Sharing Replacement
The Omnibus Tax Bill includes a provision to increase a city
or county levy limit base by the amount of decrease in
Federal General Revenue Sharing Funds. This will allow
cities over 5000 population which are restricted by Section.
275.50 levy limits to levy additional property tax to replace
decreased or abolished General Revenue Sharing dollars. The
base adjustment is automatic but the actual levy is
discretionary on the part of the city.
Melting Structures
The Omnibus Tax Bill includes a section which will return to
property tax status certain structures used in the malting
plant process which were declared Attached Machinery by the
Tax Court. The structures included are ones which serve a
duel purpose of 'housing' product as well as processing.
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Levy Limit Base Increase Change
The general levy limit base increase was modified for 1986
and thereafter. Instead of the Implicit Price Deflator (IPD)
percent or 50A whichever is greater, it will now be whichever
is less. Thus, the general inflation incrase for cities and
counties over 5000 population for 1986 will most likely be 5r
unless the IPD drops below that percentage. -
13. Plumbing Inspections - Building Inspectors
A bill which did not pass but will be heard in 1986 (H.S.
361/S.F. 342) would require all plumbing inspections to be
done by certified plumbers. At the urging of the AMM, 1 -MC,
and State Building Code Officials, action was delayed to
develop compromise language which will allow current and new
Building Inspectors to become certified through the normal
Building Inspector Certification process or through
additional testing. A time delay for the effective date will
be included to give current inspectors who are not certified
plumbers ample opportunity to become certified.
ME
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PLYMOUTH TO GAIN $41,535
FROM 1985 LEGISLATIVE CHANGES IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT AIDS
PLYMOUTH, MN, June 24, 1985 -- Legislative action this year will
bring $41,535 more in local government aids to the city of
Plymouth next year, Mayor David Davenport announced today.
A new local government aids (LGA) formula, passed as a part
of the $l billion tax relief bill, increases significantly the
amount of aid given to most suburbs and outstate cities.
The average increase given to the 16 -member suburbs of the
Municipal Legislative Commission (MLC), which includes Plymouth,
is 11.14 percent, compared with a 2 percent increase for
Minneapolis and 8.1 percent for St. Paul. "One of the major
obiectives the MLC achieved was a new LGA formula which reduces
disparities in state funding between the suburbs and core
cities," Mayor Davenport said. "This new formula accomplishes
that goal."
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June 24, 1985
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The maximum amount of LGA increase was set at 12 percent.
Fourteen of the MLC suburbs, including Plymouth, will receive
the maximum allowed by law. The MLC was formed in 1983 to
counteract political imbalance between the suburbs and central
cities.
"The MLC was successful in its 1984 lobbying efforts when
the Legislature voted to restore funds cut from the city's 1984
local government aids," said Mayor Davenport; "and was even
more successful this year in getting its new formula passed."
The new formula differs from the previous one in two
significant respects. Under previous law, the amount of aid
given to a city was based on that city's expenditures. The new
formula bases the amount of aid on a city's certified levy
instead of on spending. This excludes federal and state funds
that cities spend but don't levy. "We think it's important that
an LGA formula reward those who don't overspend," said Mayor
Davenport.
The new formula also acts as a "disincentive to spend,"
according to Mayor Davenport, by implementing a sliding mill
rate to determine state aid. Under previous law, the amount of
money raised by levying 10 mills was subtracted from a city's
expenditure base to determine its state LGA allocation. As
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spending increased, this amount remained the same. "This
provided an incentive to spend because the state would be
reimbursing the cities through their LGA formula," said Mayor
Davenport. Under the new formula, the number of mills subtracted
increases as spending increases. "With the new formula," said
Mayor Davenport, "as a city's spending increases, it gets
less state subsidy per city dollar spent. This formula increases
local accountability, and the state won't have to subsidize
excessive spending."
The bill, which incorporates a 12 percent cap on increases
and a provision to allow all cities to receive at least their
1985 LGA amounts, "shows that legislators are finally aware of
the inequities of state funding of Minnesota cities," said
Mayor Davenport. This new formula is in effect for one year.
The legislature will again address local government aids in 1986.
Early in the 1985 legislative session, the MLC called for a
complete overhaul of the local government aids formula, calling
it a "complicated, unequitable and flawed state policy that
rewarded inefficiency and penalized frugality."
Member suburbs include Blaine, Bloomington, Brooklyn Park,
Burnsville, Eagan, Eden Prairie, Edina, Maple Grove, Maplewood,
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Minnetonka, Mounds View, Plymouth, Roseville, Shoreview, White
Bear Lake and Woodbury. The commission's lobbyists are Richard
Forschler and Robert Renner, Jr., of the law firm of Larkin,
Hoffman, Daly & Lindgren, Ltd.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
JUNE 19, 1985
The Special Meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was
called to order at 7:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Steigerwald, Commissioners
",'ire, Stulberg, Plufka, Mellen, and
Pauba,
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Magnus
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Coordinator
Sara McConn
City Engineer Sherm Goldberg
Community Development Secretary
Grace Wineman
CONSENT AGENDA
MINUTES
MOTION by Commissioner Plufka, seconded by Chairman
Steigerwald to approve the June 129 1984 Minutes as
submitted.
VOTE. 4 Ayes. Commissioners Stulberg and Mellen abstain-
ed. Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the first public hearing
item and asked Coordinator McConn for an overview of the
June 10, 1985 staff report.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Peter Pflaum, President
of Lundgren Brothers Construction Company, .who stated that
As a representative of Mission Partnership they designed
this Planned Unit Development, which was the first one in
the City of Plymouth. He stated that the PUD Plan is now 11
years old. He explained the various types of housing that
make up the development which include townhomes, single
family dwellings, and rental units. He noted that because
of the length of time it takes to develop a large project
it is difficult to predict the market for the types of
housing contemplated within the PUD. He explained that they
have returned to the Commission and Council on 5 different
occasions to amend the PUD Plan. He explained the original
concept plan noting the open space provided at that time and
what currently exists and what is proposed. Mr. Pflaum
stated that this proposal is a better use of the land for
today's market and that they are proposing attached housing
on future sites.
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*MIINUTES - JUNE 12,
1985
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
LUNDGREN BROTHERS
CONSTRUCTION CO. -
RPUD PRELIMINARY
PLAN/PLAT AND
CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT AMENDMENT FOR
MISSION TRAILS
(85035)
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Commissioner Plufka inquired about the reduction in open
space, and the developer's ability to provide open space to
the various modules created. Mr. Pflaum stated that when
the PUD was designed there was an abundance of open space.
He noted that some of the trails do not serve a useful pur-
pose and that residents have inquired if some of the area by
Mission Ridge 2nd can be deeded back to them. Commissioner
Plufka stated he was not interested in the total area of
open space, but was concerned that open space be provided
for this phase to meet the criteria for recreational ameni-
ties and open space. Mr. Pflaum stated that this plan re-
duces the density for this area by half and has the quality
of a single family development which wouldnot need the open
space required for multi-family areas. He stated this
proposal would not hurt the overall project. Commissioner
Plufka stated that traditional single family plats are
required to have a minimum lot size of 18,500 sq. ft. and
that some lots in this proposal are under 10,000 sq. ft. so
that private open space should be provided to the resi-
dents. Mr. Pflaum maintained that smaller lots are desired
by today's home buyers and that by cutting the density,
there is even more space available with this plan.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Bob Donley, 11740 38th
Avenue North, President of the Mission Hills Homeowner's
Association, who stated that Lundgren Brothers had met with
the Association. He stated that at first they were not
amenable to this change to the development, however, after
Mr. Pflaum explained the project; and, after visiting model
homes in Wayzata they now support the project and see no
detriment to the development as a whole. They concur with
the decrease of density and it is their feeling that the
open space currently provided is under utilized. The resi-
dent would like a trail sytem developed rather than leaving
the open area undeveloped.
Chairman Steigerwald inquired what negative thoughts the
Association originally had about the project. Mr. Donley
stated they were concerned about the homes being small, they
preferred larger homes that would be comparable to those
already built in the neighborhood. He stated that Lundgren
Brothers considered this and agreed to larger lots at Ever-
green Lane for transition. He stated after discussingthe
traffic patterns he felt there would be no traffic problems;
and, this new plan would be an improvement over multi-family
dwellings, that could increase traffic in the area.
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Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing.
Commissioner Stulberg inquired about the location of propos-
ed trail to the open space. Coordinator McConn stated that
a 30 ft. trail outlot is recommended on Lots 8 and 9, Block
2 to connect the open areas. She pointed out the open space
within Mission Ridge 2nd Addition that was part of the
original approval. The Development Contract states this
land was to be owned and maintained by the developer until a
Homeowner Association was established which would then be
responsible for the area.
Chairman Steigerwald inquired about the lineal open area,
the area to the west in Mission Ridge 2nd Addition. Mr.
Pflaum stated that the open space would perform as a buffer
and visual screen. He stated they don't know how to handle
the trail system at this time and are trying to figure a
logical area to provide the residents access to the Regional
Park. Coordinator McConn explained the the overall trail
system.
Commissioner Wire stated he is concerned about the trail and
how it will connect to 36th Avenue North. Coordinator
McConn explained the system which will be a combination of
public and private trails.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner MOTION
Pauba to recommend approval for Lundgren Brothers Construc-
tion Company RPUD Preliminary Plan/Plat and Conditional Use
Permit Amendment for Mission Trails subject to the condi-
tions as stated in the June 10, 1985 staff report on the
basis that the additional detached housing is appropriate.
Commissioner Wire concurred that this is a reasonable change
to the PUD and is compatible with the original plan.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Mr. Pflaum inquired if the Commission is comfortable with
the discussion of enlarging the size of the lots at Ever-
green Lane and requested the Final Plat not be processed for
their review. Chairman Steigerwald staed the Cmmission
understands and that with only a reduction of one lot the
Commission review would not be required.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the Preliminary Plat and
Final Plat application for the City of Plymouth and
requested an overview by Coordinator McConn.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PRELIMINARY PLAT AND
FINAL PLAT (85040)
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Commissioner Wire inquired about the guide plan classifica-
tions; Coordinator McConn explained the locations for the
LA -1 and LA -2 guided areas, noting the consistency with the
Comprehensive Guide Plan.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing.
Mr. Roger Knutson, 3712 Rosewood Lane, stated he is repre-
senting the Heritage Homeowner's Association, and is con-
cerned about plans for future park. Coordinator McConn
stated a park is anticipated to be constructed on the north-
west side of Northwest Boulevard and is contemplated in the
5 -Year Capital Improvements Program with development of a
neighborhood park in 1986. It is desirable that development
of the property and the park development occur concurrent-
ly. The park is identified on the Comprehensive Plan. Mr.
Knutson asked if the size of the park would be the same as
originally proposed? Coordinator McConn stated that park-
land of 7 to 10 acres would be consistent with the City's
expectation for a neighborhood park. She invited Mr.
Knutson to talk with Park and Recreation Director Eric Blank
for more information. Mr. Knutson inquired about the guid-
ing of the adjoining property to the north. Coordinator
McConn confirmed that the guiding is LA -2.
Chairman Steiqerwald closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner
Stulberg to recommend approval for the Preliminary Plat and
Final Plat for the City of Plymouth subject to the
conditions as stated in the June 6, 1985 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the next item and asked for
an overview of the June 6, 1985 staff report from Coordin-
ator McConn.
Chairman Steigerwald stated the Commission will discuss the
concerns about a request for a Planned Unit Development of
17 acres vs. the 40 acres as required by Ordinance; and, the
deletion of this property from the Mission RPUD by Council
Resolution.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Rick Sathre, represent-
ing the petitioner. Mr. Sathre stated that he was sorry
the narrative reflected that this land was part of the
MOTION
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
3" KAROS - RPUD
CONCEPT PLAN, PRELIM-
INARY PLAN/PLAT, RE-
ZONING AND
CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT (85041)
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Mission PUD, this was in error, and they were unaware that
the land had been removed from the PUD. He stated they
would try to show that this parcel should have PUD status.
He further explained that this land is part of the Parkview
Plat which is near other PUD's and Westminster, a Subdiv-
ision Unit Project (which includes lots smaller than what is
allowed in the R -1A Zoning District). He stated they are
trying to mirror the Westminster development. He noted that
the City Council did not want the area for public park.
They are requesting the waiver of size because of the loss
of bonus points; and, they want to be considered as part of
the total 40 acres the City now owns, which would meet the
size requirements for a PUD. He noted the density proposed
is 1.8 units per acre if adjoining right-of-way is calculat-
ed as part of the residential area.
Commissioner Steigerwald stated his concern about smaller
lots and the future residents in the development where no
play area is provided for the children. Mr. Sathre stated
that Westminster also has this problem and that the Council
turned down their request for a public playground; there
will be a park across Northwest Boulevard. He noted that
even though there are no areas that will be commonly owned,
it is his opinion that the lot layout provides yardspace for
children to play. He noted that the parcel is triangular in
shape, and that the corners have larger lots which can be
used for play areas. He stated that the lots are nearly the
same size as lots in standard plats. He also noted the open
areas around the proposed church facility.
Chairman Steigerwald stated it seemed presumptive to surmise
that the open space at the church site could be used by the
residents of the area. Mr. Sathre stated that Pastor Wyandt
was in attendance and that the church is anxious for a perm-
anent home and would have no problem with children playing
on the church grounds.
Chairman Steigerwald noted the intense level of development
leaving no "elbow room" for the future residents; that both
roadways carry alot of traffic; and, with no special focal
point for a play area the children would be landlocked.
Mr. Sathre stated this is a problem for the whole area in-
cluding Westminster, and even if the proposal were not for a
PUD, the problems would be the same. He noted that families
living in standard plats walk to neighborhood parks. Coord-
inator McConn stated that this lot layout shows a number of
the lots which are much smaller than in a conventional
plat. She noted the possibility that homeowners may fence
off their property which limits any overall benefit of the
larger lots. She confirmed there is public park area, how-
ever there is no plann for common open space on this site.
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Chairman Steigerwald reiterated the requirements that a PUD
call must provide common open space for the residents. Mr.
Sathre stated he feels they meet the criteria for affirma-
tive design and that the original Mission PUD called for 27
single family lots in this area, and they are proposing 23.
Chairman Steigerwald noted that the 27 single family lots
did not contemplate the area taken by the church facility.
Mr. Sathre stated the church would provide transition to the
busy street and makes this plan worthwhile. He stated they
have done the best they can with a difficult piece of prop-
erty, and that even though the economic concerns are not
considered as part of the difficulty in developing the land;
they don't feel the plan is viable without the church and
the PUD status.
Commissioner Plufka inquired about the access request to
the church site, noting he concurred with the staff recom-
mendation. Mr. Sathre stated he has discussed access with
the church representatives and they feel strongly that the
two accesses meet their needs. He stated they understand
staff's concern but felt that the statement regarding short -
cutting is not realistic. They feel it makes sense to have
the two accesses for better traffic control;they would chain
off one access using it only during church functions.
John Karos, 3545 Rosewood Lane, stated that even though the
church proposes a small structure at this time they desire
to retain the two access points for future growth.
Commissioner Wire stated he concurs with Coordinator
McConn's statement that some residents of the area may
install fences which will eliminate space for children to
play. He stated that he feels the church building is
positioned properly and he does not see why there should be
any concern about the second access.
Mr. Karos stated that in regard to open space, there are
many children in areas who have only their yards to play in;
and, that Plymouth has a fine park system that can be used
by all residents. He reiterated that this parcel is diffi-
cult to develop because of its shape and that they should
not be forced into the technical requirements. He stated
this plan would be compatible with the surrounding neighbor-
hoods, and the church is a buffer to the busy street. He
noted the parcel's isolation because of the construction of
Highway 61.
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Chairman Steigerwald explained that the Commission must con-
sider how far they can go with this request for PUD status
where the criteria and attributes cannot be met. Mr. Karos
reiterated that it is the same as Westminster. Mr. Sathre
stated that if the Commission cannot support their argu-
ments, at least they can see that they are not requesting
too much density, but are making the best proposal they can
for this property.
Chairman Steigerwald stated the Commission does have to
answer to the future homeowners.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing.
Peg Schaefer, 3045 Oakview Lane, stated she represents the
Westminster development and that at a meeting held recently
they prepared a petition which contains 50 signatures. She
read the petition to the Commission which included their
request for denial unless: The existing trees and souther-
ly pond are retained; and, that there is private open space
provided. She stated that as a homeowner in Westminster she
fully understands about children playing in yards, and that
it can't be expected that people will allow neighborhood
children to make their private property into playgrounds.
She noted the small lots proposed and is concerned about a
decrease in the value of their homes. She stated that if
the plan is approved, the developer should be required to
screen the area from the adjacent neighborhoods. She sug-
gested that the size of the church acreage be decreased to 4
acres, thus leaving room for private open space for the
residential development; and that all the church buildings
be attached. She stated they want no permits issued for a
school at the church for any age group. The church is a
good use, but to use it for transition is a joke. She
stated she understands the City's concern about two accesses
to the church property; and, that only one access should be
allowed.
Chairman Steigerwald asked Mr. Sathre to comment on their
plans for the trees and the pond area. Mr. Sathre stated
they intend to save the treeline at the property line. How-
ever, some trees around the pond will be removed because of
improvements needed for drainage in this area. It is plan-
ned to deepen the pond so that it will hold water year
round. He noted that some trees will need to be removed
upon construction of the church parking lot, but that a
landscape plan would be submitted and would meet the
Ordinance standards.
Chairman Steigerwald stated that in reference to the price
of the housing, the developer is not required to commit to a
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price range for the housing. Mr. Sathre stated that it is
suggested that the homes range from the $90's upward to
$140,000.00. He stated that Mr. Karos believes there is an
opportunity to build high value homes here because of the
firm interest that has been expressed in this development.
Mr. Karos further explained the dictates of the economy and
the desires of the home buyers.
Mr. Sathre spoke to the concern about buffering and screen-
ing and noted it is their opinion the church will provide
the necessary separation and transition to the neighborhood
and the Northwest Boulevard. He explained the plan for the
church and noted that those in the single family residential
area will not be able to see the parking lot, only the
church building.
Mr. Bill Ciora, 3045 Rosewood Lane, stated he doesn't under-
stand the calculations used for density. Mr. Sathre ex-
plained the calculations. Mr. Ciora stated his concern re-
garding the southerly pond and the fact that Westminster
residents use this area. He stated the diesel garage shown
on the plans is near residential lots and should be moved.
He concurred with Ms. Schaefer that a school or day care
facility should be restricted from the church.
Chairman Steigerwald explained the need for Conditional Use
Permita for these uses which would need to be reviewed by
the Commission and Council.
Coordinator McConn verbally listed the different lot sizes
as proposed.
Mr. Ciora stated he has no objection to a church facility,
but expressed concern about the size of .the structure.
Chairman Steigerwald explained that they are reviewing a
concept and preliminary plan only; if approved, the Commis-
sion will be reviewing more detailed plans at future
meetings.
Carol Brownell, 3060 Rosewood Lane, stated that the children
in Westminster play in the streets; that at one time the
Parks and Recreation Department proposed an area for the
neighborhood but that, the City Council voted it down. The
neighborhood had open space originally, but with the con-
struction of Highway 61 much of the open area was elimin-
ated. The pond this development would drain is important to
the neighborhood and to the wildlife in the area, and the
trees should be retained. She is not opposed to the church
but is concerned about the building size, and height and
lights from the parking lot which could impact surrounding
residents.
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Commissioner Plufka noted that as the Commission discusses
the PUD attributes, the Commission can only be concerned
with the open space needs for this proposed development and
cannot consider the lack of open space in other
neighborhoods.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Pastor Lee Wyandt, 7764
Arlington Ave. N., Brooklyn Park. Pastor Wyandt stated the
church will not harm the neighborhood and they want to work
with all the residents to be an integral part of the com-
munity. He explained the garage is not intended to be a
diesel bus garage also they would not want it to have a bad
effect on other property, and they would be sure that light-
ing from the parking lot would not impact the neighborhood.
He descirbed what would be the first phase of the church.
He noted they do want the second access to handle expected
traffic on Sundays. Chairman Steigerwald inquired, and was
informed by Pastor Wyandt that they plan spaces for 40 to 50
vehicles in the first phase.
Coordinator McConn explained this information is helpful in
identifying the scope of the development, however, the Com-
mission must make a determination on the land issues. She
noted that detailed site plans will be reviewed as the
project moves forward. Chairman Steigerwald reiterated the
conceptual nature of this proposal.
Mr. Ray Yeager, 3060 Oakview Lane, stated his concern about
the possibility of a school at the church and that he is
opposed to the construction of the garage.
Peg Schaefer inquired if the church could provide a school
for Just their members and could they run it 7 days a week.
Coordinator McConn confirmed the Ordinance identifies
churches and private schools as a conditional use. Chairman
Steigerwald inquired of Pastor Wyandt whether the church
contemplates a Monday through Friday school. Pastor Wyandt
stated there were no plans at this time.
Mr. Yaeger expressed concern about the screening and berming
and retention of trees. Mr. Sathre explained the plans to
preserve the trees and natural vegetation, and reconfirmed
their plans for the ponding area.
Chairman Steigerwald stated that specific landscape require-
ments would be finalized at the Final Plat and Site Plan
stage of this development. He inquired if the church would
reconsider the construction of the garage. Pastor Wyandt
stated they could consider its attachment to the church.
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Chairman Steigerwald suggested that the residents keep in
touch with Pastor Wyandt regarding future plans for the
church site.
Richard Weiblen, 3020 Rosewood Lane, stated that he thought
moving to the suburbs would assure him of a residential
atmosphere, and he is disappointed in the development
proposal for this land. He is opposed to the location of
the parking lot and feels the church is not a proper use for
the property. He commented on the loss of the residential
flavor of the neighborhood with the construction of Highway
61 and that it looks as though other neighborhoods are going
to be impacted by these high traffic areas. He wondered if
the City is looking at all options for development in
Plymouth. He stated this development should have larger
lots and better buffering to adjacent neighborhoods.
Chairman Steigerwald explained that the developer has the
right to submit development plans, and it is the City's res-
ponsibility to review them to assure that they meet the
City's Ordinances. The Commission can recommend denial and
the Council can take action to deny the proposal if it is
not appropriate.
Mr. Weiblen stated his concern that the church will be
detrimental to the property values of the residents in the
area, and that the parking lot and garage will make the
homes in the area less saleable.
Mr. Ciora stated that it seems the developer, in requesting
a waiver from the PUD requirements, is not proposing lots
that will support expensive homes such as stated by the
developer and his consultant. He stated the developer
should be required to fulfill the requirements for a PUD.
Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing; and the RECESS
meeting recessed at 9:27 P.M.
Chairman Steigerwald reconvened the meeting at 9:35 P.M. and
stated that the Commission would discuss their concerns re-
garding the PUD attributes and criteria. He stated he
appreciates the difficulty in developing thie piece of
property but that the lack of private open area for the
residents is of great concern. In allowing smaller lots,
there still needs to be open space provided for the resi-
dents. He stated that because the Westminster development
lacks open space there is even more reason that this dev-
elopment should provide the necessary amenities to their
residents.
Mr. Karos stated there is nothing more he can do, the econ-
omics, the cost of the improvements, make it impossible to
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do any more with this parcel. He stated there is park
across the road and a trail would be provided at the north
end of the property which leads to open space along the
creek. He stated good City parks are provided in Plymouth
and as was brought out, the City did not want to plan a park
for this land. He reiterated that the church provides
transition and a buffer to Northwest Boulevard; that the
housing is compatible with homes in the neighboring areas;
and, that there is much unuseable space within this parcel.
Chairman Steigerwald requested the developer show flexi-
bility, in providing private open space. Mr. Karos stated
they can do no more and that this is a reasonable use for
this land.
Commissioner Pauba stated his concern that this development
would have the same problems as Westminste. Mr. Karos
stated that due to the decimation of the property this
development proposal is the only option.
Commissioner Plufka stated the Commission's position is to
review an undersized PUD and to consider all the Ordinance
provisions; he agreed that the lot sizes are compatible, but
that the development must provide the PUD attributes; and,
that useable recreational open space is vital. He noted
that the affirmative design and natural site characteristics
are very limited.
Further discussion ensued regarding any possibility for re-
design to gain open space. Mr. Sathre suggested a modifica-
tion of design to provide private open area in the southwest
area. He explained that they are asking for the waivers
because they are part of 40 contiguous acres. Coordinator
McConn explained that the City is not proposing a Planned
Unit Development and the developer has not addressed the
total site.
Further discussion ensued regarding density. Chairman
Steigerwald stated that the developer is proposing 23 homes
whereas by Ordinance standards, 17 units would be allowed.
Commissioner Wire stated he feels the developer could pro-
vide a different layout that would preserve more of the
natural vegetation and trees. Mr. Sathre stated that grad-
ing along the treeline would be necessary for the church
parking area, however, they could look at a plan that would
retain some trees on the delineators.
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Chairman Steigerwald inquired if the church would consider
less acreage to retain space for the residential develop-
ment. Mr. Sathre stated the church requires 6 acres.
Pastor Wyandt stated the church was looking for 7 to 10
acres, but feels these 6 acres meets their requirements.
Peg Schaefer stated that with respect to open space for this
development, Just a few of the church parking stalls and the
garage could be eliminated which would give the development
the needed common open area. She stated that elimination of
the garage would also diminish the feeling that property in
the area would be devaluated. She concurs that 23 units is
too many, and that this parcel does not meet the PUD
requirements.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO DEFER
Plufka to recommend deferral with redesign to meet the PUD
attributes; to stay within the density as outlined by the
Zoning Ordinance; to provide suitable recreational open
space; and retain the natural site characteristics such as
the mature trees on site.
Commissioner Wire concurred. Commissioner Stulberg stated
it appeared the petitioner did have some options for
redesign.
Mr. Karos requested that the Commission deny the proposal so
that he could go on for City Council action. He stated that
time is a problem and that deferral is tantamount to denial
in this case.
Chairman Steigerwald stated that if there is potential for
redesign, the City Council would send the proposal back to
the Planning Commission. Mr. Karos stated that with this
delay he would need to withdraw the proposal. He stated he
understands the Commission's hesitation, however, he has
commitments to builders who would have no interest in this
property in November or December. Mr. Karos suggested a
recommendation subject to design changes.
Commissioner Stulberg stated he understands Mr. Karos' con-
cern, but it is felt that the points made concerning pos-
sible redesign have merit. Mr. Karos reiterated his desire
for Commission recommendation for denial.
Commissioner Wire stated he would be against denial, and
that it is important for the petitioner to understand that
the City Council cannot be expected to consider a major re-
design that has not been reviewed by the Commission.
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June 19, 1985
Commissioner Plufka stated the developer has the right to
get a determination from the City Council but there is merit
in taking the time to submit a redesign for Commission
consideration, as there is merit in the project.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
Mr. Karos reiterated that he does not wish to redesign, and
that everything that can be done has been done with this
plan. He requested the Commission to reconsider their
action and recommend either approval or denial.
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Chairman
Steigerwald to reconsider the recommendation for deferral.
Vote. 6 Nays. MOTION failed.
OTHER BUSINESS
Coordinator McConn requested any recommendations for agenda
items for the point Meeting of the Planning Commission and
City Council. Commissioner Mellen suggested the Commission
request an update on "Downtown Plymouth". Commissioner Wire
stated the Council should define the role of the Commission
as to the Capital Improvements Project (CIP) Public
Hearings. The Capital Improvements Program schedule was
given to the Commission.
Coordinator McConn reviewed the items coming up on the duly
9, 1985 Planning Commission meeting.
,ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
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VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
MOTION FOR
RECONSIDERATION
VOTE - MOTION FAILED
RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS FOR JUNE 19, 1985 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING FOR RESIDEIJTIA_
PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT PRELIMI14ARY PLAN/PLAT AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT .AMENDMENT
FOR LUNDGREN BROTHERS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (85035)
1. Compliance with the City Engineer's Memorandum.
2. Removal of all dead or dying trees from the property at the owner's expense.
3. No Building_ Permits shall he issued until a Contract has been awarded for sewer
and water.
4. Provisions for a 30 ft. wide trail outlot per Comprehensive Park Plan to be
located between Lots 8 and 9, Block 2, as verified by the Parks and Engineering
Departments, with submittal of detailed plans as to construction of the trail
per City standards.
5. Payment of park dedication fees -in -lieu of dedication with appropriate credits
in an amount determined according to verified acreage and paving costs and ac-
cording to the Dedication Policy in effect at the time of filing the Final Plat.
6. Street names shall comply with the City Street Naming System.
7. No Building Permits shall be issued until the Final Plat is filed and recorded
with Hennepin County.
8. Final Plat mylars shall refer to PUD No. 76-1.
9. Appropriate legal documents regarding Homeowner Association documents, covenants
and restrictions as approved by the City Attorney, shall he filed with the Final
Plat.
10. Approved setbacks are: 25 ft. front yard; 20 ft. rear yard; 6 ft. side yard and
9 ft. side yard with no less than 15 ft. between structures except for a deck
for models 220 and 310 which may have a 6 ft. side yard setback if located
opposite a substantially windowless wall of the house on the adjacent lot.
11. The Final Plan/Plat application shall include sign construction details. There
shall be a property covenant for monument sign maintenance over the entire
subdivision, as approved by the City Attorney; such covenants to be filed prior
to issuance of a sign permit. Appropriate easements for the location of the
signs on the property shall be filed prior to issuance of a Sign Permit.
12. Maximum lot coverage by structures shall be 20 percent per Ordinance
calculations.
13. Overall RPUD density is hereby amended to allow a maximum of 650 units with a
potential increase of 20 percent for up to 780 units, should provisions be made
for low and moderate income units, consistent with parameters identified in
Resolution No. 83-348.
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RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS FOR DUNE 19, 1985 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING FOR PRELI11114ARY
PLAT FOR THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH (85040)
1. Compliance with the City Engineer's Memorandum.
2 Park dedication will he finalized in accordance with the Dedication Policy in
effect at the time of subsequent applications for Outlots B and C.
3. Rezoning shall be finalized with subsequent development applications.
4. No Building Permits shall be issued until Outlots B and C are subsequently
approved for development and appropriate plats are recorded.
5. No development variances are granted or implied.
6. Access shall be to Northwest Blvd. and to West Medicine Lake Drive; specific
access points shall he determined at the time of subsequent planning/platting
proposals.
7. Transitional screening and berming shall he provided along Northwest Blvd., to
be addressed and finalized with the subsequent planning/platting proposals.
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RECOMMENDED CONDITIONS FOR JUNE 19, 1985 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING TO BE MET PRIOR TO
FILING OF AND RELATED TO FINAL PLAT FOR CITY OF PLYMOUTH (85040)
1. Compliance with the City Engineer's Memorandum.
2. Rezoning the property shall be finalized with subsequent development applications.
3. Park dedication will he finalized in accordance with City Policy in effect at the
time of subsequent applications for Outlots B and C.
4. No Building Permits shall be issued until a Contract has been awarded for the con-
struction of municipal sewer and water.
5. No development variances are granted or implied.
6. No Building Permits to he issued until Outlots B and C are subsequently approved
for development and appropriate plats are recorded.
7. Access shall be to Northwest Blvd. and West Medicine Lake Drive and shall be
determined at the time of subsequent planning/platting proposals.
8. Transitional screening and berming shall be provided along Northwest Blvd., to be
addressed and finalized with the subsequent planning/platting proposals.
res/June (city)2
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission 3i
June 13, 1985
Page 19
Present: Commissioners Edwards, LaTour, Mullan and Reed; Councilmember Vasiliou;
staff Blank and Pederson; Don Horst of the Wayzata -Plymouth Soccer Club;
Rosanna Malek of Plymouth -Wayzata Baseball Association; and Shirley
Baxter, residing at 17835 6th Avenue
Absent: Chair Threinen, Commissioners Chesebrough and Beach
1. CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Edwards at 7:36 p.m. due
to the absence of Chair Threinen and Vice Chair Chesebrough.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Mullan and seconded by Commissioner Reed
to approve the minutes of the May 9 meeting as presented. The motion carried.
3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
Athletic Associations. Don Horst of the Wayzata -Plymouth Soccer Club was
present to discuss the upcoming Soccer Invitational Tournament which will
be held at Oakwood July 5-7. He requested that PRAC consider waiving the
field rental charges for this tournament, in order that the Club might break
even or make a small profit from the tournament. Director Blank indicated
that field rental charges would be somewhere between $900 and $1,200. Mr.
Horst stated that teams will be charged $125 to enter and they anticipate
approximately 64 teams will play, of which nine are Plymouth teams. He
indicated that their expenses include referees, printing tournament booklets,
providing pop and ice for officials, and renting a tent. When asked if the
Club seeks donations for some of these items Mr. Horst stated they do not.
Director Blank pointed out to the Commissioners that all other organizations
and groups using our fields for tournaments are expected to pay field rental
fees, and in the case of the Boys World Softball Tournament to be held at
Zachary in August, the Park and Recreation Department will also receive half
the proceeds. Several commissioners pointed out that if we begin to waive
field rental fees for certain groups, eventually all groups could request
that same consideration. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER MULLAN AND
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER REED RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY CHARGE THE WAYZATA-
PLYMOUTH SOCCER CLUB NORMAL FIELD RENTAL FEES. The motion carried.
Commissioner Reed requested that staff,provide a tent to the Soccer Club free
of charge, if one is available.
Staff. No recreation staff were present at this meeting.
Others. Shirley Baxter, residing at 17835 6th Avenue, requested that the
Commission consider doing some improvements to the Queensland Park pond
which is near their home. There is a bike path leading to the pond, so a
number of people pass by the pond when using the path. Over the years, the
pond has become overgrown with weeds and tall marsh grass, and although it
starts out having water in the spring, by summer's end, it is usually dry.
She is requesting that the City consider dredging the pond deeper, so that
the water will remain all summer. She would also like some improvements
made to the path as it nears the pond and a dead elm tree removed. Addi-
tional posts at the ends of the trail would prevent cars from driving on it,
which occasionally is a problem now. Commissioners directed staff to have
the city engineer look into whether or not dredging the pond would affect
storm water drainage. They also indicated to Mrs. Baxter that Queensland
Park is scheduled for improvements in 1986.
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June 13, 1985
Page 20
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4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION
a. Approved Circle and Green Oaks Parks Plans. Council approved the improve-
ments to the Circle and Green Oaks Parks.
b. Schmidt Lake Upgrading. Council approved the sodding/seeding of the
area along 50th Avenue on the north end of Schmidt Lake.
C. Oakwood Playfield Parking Lot. Council approved the construction of the
additional parking lot at Oakwood. Work should begin within 10 days.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Parkers Lake Update. A Request for Proposal has been sent to 10 firms
asking for design plans for Parkers Lake City Park. Proposals are due -
June 21. The City Council will be interviewing three or four firms
during the week of June 24. A committee consisting of Director Blank,
the Assistant City Manager and a member of the Commission should review
the proposals prior to the Council interviews in order to select the
three or four firms to be interviewed. Commissioners Reed and Edwards
both indicated their availability to be on the committee.
b. Community Center. The Commission discussed Dr. Morris' proposal to
conduct a special survey dealing specifically with a community center.
A 20 -question survey to 250 residents could be done for approximately
$2,000. The Commission discussed the timeline for doing such a survey
and decided it should be postponed until at least next year, based on
comments from Maria Vasiliou regarding this being an election year and
the possibility that the Wayzata school district may seek another
referendum this fall. Councilmember Vasiliou indicated her willingness
to help PRAC seek out those groups that opposed the community center or
had no opinion. She also stated that she would help Director Blank
draft a letter to the City Manager regarding what direction Council
wants PRAC to take on the community center issue over the next several
months.
c. Neighborhood Park Improvement Projects. Play equipment has been ordered,
which usually takes four to six weeks for delivery. Director Blank
estimates that it will be at least July 15 before work would begin on
either Circle or Green Oaks park.
d. St. Mary's Land Acquisition. Director Blank reviewed the negotiations
he's been having with St. Mary's church representatives. A tentative
agreement has been reached to purchase 11.6 acres for $111,255.28 divided
into two equal payments, plus interest of 8%. Some of the conditions are
still being worked on at this time, and they include St. Mary's request
that the City waive park fees as well as preliminary and final plat fees.
The entire deal is contingent upon the church applying for and receiving
permission to plat four additional single-family lots to be located
between the church and the new park property. A MOTION WAS MADE BY
COMMISSIONER REED AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER MULLAN RECOMMENDING
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF 11.6 ACRES OF LAND FROM
ST. MARY'S CHURCH AS OUTLINED IN A MEMO FROM ERIC BLANK, DATED JUNE 10,
1985. The motion carried.
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June 13, 1985
Page 21
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e. Imperial Hills Park Update. Director Blank, the City Forester, and
the Park and Environmental Supervisor met with the Imperials Hills HOA
and Jelle De Boef on Tuesday, June 11, at Imperial Hills Park in order
to discuss the trimming of trees and shrubbery along the perimeters
of the park. Four out of the 10 invited residents were in attendance
at this meeting, and they indicated to Director Blank that they did not
want any tree trimming done. They stated that the vandalism problem
had stabilized for now. Director Blank assured the residents that no
trimming would be done in the near future, but that he wants a confirming
letter from the HOA Board of Directors stating that their position is
the same as those residents in attendance at this meeting.
f. Review Joint Meeting with Maple Grove. Commissioners in attendance at,
the joint meeting stated their satisfaction with the outcome of the
meeting and indicated that they had received letters from the Maple
Grove Park Board thanking them for attending.
g. 1986-90 CIP. Director Blank reviewed the projects he is proposing for
the 1986-1990 CIP by year and account number. He pointed out that in
1986, he is proposing the expenditure of $35,000 on Plymouth Creek Park;
$10,000 for site planning and $25,000 to begin dredging the man-made
pond. He stated that he is also requesting monies be set aside in the
Public Works Reserve Fund for construction of trails. For the past
several years, the total support of trail construction has come from
park dedication funds or federal revenue sharing. Since everyone benefits
from and likely uses the city's trail system, he feels it is appropriate
to begin giving consideration to using tax dollars to fund part of the
construction of the trail system. Commissioner Mullan requested that
staff research park acreage deficiencies prior to any action being taken
on the 1986-1990 CIP at the July meeting.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Oakwood Baseball Fence. Rosanna Malek, representing Plymouth -Wayzata
Baseball, requested that the Commission consider several improvements
to a number of Plymouth's parks which are used for youth baseball/soft-
ball. Improvements included: permanently fencing the 90' baseball
diamond at Oakwood, bleachers, an electric scoreboard positioned near
the 90' diamond, dugouts and a satellite, all at Oakwood; repairing
bleachers at Lions Park; moving backstops because the fields overlap
and providing player benches at Ridgemount Playfield; re -aligning
the pitching rubber and trimming trees at LaCompte. Director Blank
responded that most of these items are maintenance related, and he will
have them checked out. He stated that moving the fields at Ridgemount
would be a major undertaking and could not be considered at this time,
unless the City is prepared to expend sufficient funds. An extra
electric scoreboard is available and will be placed at Oakwood as soon
as possible. He did not feel that a satellite was necessary at Oakwood
since there is a shelter building with restrooms located there. Mrs.
Malek stated that the shelter building was too far away and people
tended to run across County Road 6 to Herb's Corner to use facilities
there. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER REED AND SECONDED BY COMMIS-
SIONER LATOUR TO INSTALL A SATELLITE AT OAKWOOD FUR USE DURING THE
SUMMER MONTHS ON A TRIAL BASIS. The motion failed on a 2-2 vote. The
Commission then went on to discuss the feasibility of fencing the 90'
diamond at Oakwood. Director Blank pointed out that fencing it would
prohibit soccer from being played there, which was how it was originally
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June 13, 1985
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designed. Director Blank anticipates that interest in soccer will con-
tinue to grow, thereby increasing the demand for additional soccer fields
at Oakwood. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER REED AND SECONDED BY
COMMISSIONER MULLAN TO DENY THE REQUEST TO FENCE THE 90' BASEBALL
DIAMOND AT OAKWOOD. The motion carried. Commissioner Mullan directed
staff to research the slope of the 90' diamond to see if it is feasible
for supporting a soccer field.
b. Bike Path - Dunkirk Lane. Director Blank reviewed for the Commission a
resident's request to extend the Dunkirk Lane bike path another two
blocks further north to 26th Avenue. He pointed out that there is no
greater need for additional trail in this area than in other areas of
the City at this time. The current bicycle path along Dunkirk allows
for adequate pedestrian and bicycle access to the City's trail system
as it now exists. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER MULLAN AND
SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER REED TO CONSIDER EXTENDING THE DUNKIRK TRAIL
TWO BLOCKS FURTHER NORTH TO 26TH AVENUE THE NEXT TIME THE COMPREHENSIVE
TRAIL SYSTEM PLAN IS REVIEWED. The motion carried.
c. Grant Application - Fitness Court - Zachary Playfield. Director Blank
stated that he was recently contacted regarding a national fitness
campaign. The Metropolitan Medical Center is going to pay for eight
fitness courts throughout Hennepin County. Any local group receiving
a fitness court grant would only have to pay for shipping costs,
estimated at $700. Director Blank is proposing to submit a grant
application for a fitness court to be installed at Zachary Playfield.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER LATOUR AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
REED TO RECOMMEND THAT THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZE THE SUBMITTAL OF THE
GRANT APPLICATION FOR A FITNESS COURSE AT ZACHARY PLAYFIELD, WITH THE
$700 SHIPPING COST COMING FROM PARK DEDICATION'S COMMUNITY PLAYFIELDS
AND CITY PARKS ACCOUNT. The motion carried.
7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION
Commissioner Mullan requested that more benches be placed along the City's
trails. Director Blank pointed out that they become a maintenance problem,
but that we will try to add some at appropriate locations.
8. STAFF COMMUNICATION
Director Blank and Chair Threinen will discuss doing something to recognize
Steve Chesebrough's many years of service to the Commission.
9. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m.
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M I N U T E S
June 12, 1985
I. The meeting was called to order at 5:10 p.m. by Chairman Fred Moore.
II. Robert Derus moved and Terry Muller seconded a motion to approve the May 9, 1985,
minutes. Motion carried.
III. Derus moved and Sarah Lutz seconded a motion to accept the Treasurer's Report and
pay the bills. Motion carried.
IV. Those present:
Terry Muller - Maple Grove
Roger Rosenquist - Hassan
Earle Strande - Dayton
Robert Derus - Corcoran
Sarah Lutz - Medina
Will Hartfeldt - Attcrney
V. Reports from the District Office.
Fred Moore - Plymouth
Leon Zeug - Conservation District
Mark Johnston - Park Reserve
David Anderson - Conservation District
Steve Peaslee - Hassan
Judie Anderson - Secretarial Service
A*Plymouth FloodinY - Maple Grove staff dredged silt buildup and removed trees
and brush from theaffected Brea during the week of June 7.
B. Dayton Park Properties - The annual spring inspection of DPP by Minnesota Pol-
lution Control Agency MPC and Metropolitan Waste Control Commission (MWCC) staffs was
conducted on May 9, 1985. Joel Settles of the HCD participated in the inspection and
reported that the facilities are in the best condition he has seen in some time. In his
report to the owner of DPP, Mr. Loren Voigt of the MPCA outlined some minor concerns:
the scum layer on the final clarifier area of the system must be removed to allow for
proper operation of the flow wiers; growth of plants should be controlled behind the
terrace so water distribution is not affected; and willows growing in the secondary pond
should be removed. His greatest concern is that adequate precautions be taken to provide
for operation of the system under unusual circumstances during extreme climatological
conditions.
C. Stream Monitoring - Results of the April 19th monitoring of Elm Creek and its
tributaries have been received and recorded. Concentrations of suspended and volatile
solids and turbidity and fecal coliform bacteria levels were found to be within accept-
able levels at all sites. Concentrations of total phosphorus were slightly higher in
April than in March, with the highest concentrations occurring in Hamel.
D. Lake Monitoring - The Lake Monitoring program began May 21. Fish, Weaver and
Jubert Lakes were each sampled for 12 different parameters. Fish was experiencing early
blue-green algal bloom. This will be a long range program and questions regarding lake
monitoring should be directed to Joel Settles at the Conservation District.
E. Mill Pond Inspection - The Mill Pond was inspected on May 8th. HCD saw no
visible weed or other water quality problems. The next inspection is scheduled for
June 13, 1985.
F. DNR Correspondence - DNR approved a permit at Rice Lake Park to excavate 400
cubic yards o muck and replace with ZOO cubic yards of sand. Various residents were
advised by the DNR that fill placed in Fish Lake is illegal without a DNR permit.
VI. All communities have ratified the Formal Agreement. Only three communities have
yet to re-sign the agreement.
VII. HCD will write an "executive summary" to the Management Plan. The revisions to
the Plan to include all of Dayton will be completed by year-end.
Minutes
June 12, 1985
VIII. Judie Anderson reported that the Co-op A reement with the Park Reserve District
has been signed and received in the Chapter office.
IX. The By -Laws Subcommittee reviewed discussion from its May 30th meeting.
A. The attorney will modify the Violations or Nonconformance section of the By -
Laws.
B. The District Office will further modify the purpose and duties of the Technical
Subcommittee and its role in the review procedure for plats.
C. The steering committee function will be performed by the Executive Committee,
comprised of the officers, a delegate from the District Office and the Executive Secre-
tary.
D. Judie Anderson will get quotes for redesigning two color letterhead.
E. Commission should engage the services of a person to obtain and certify assessed
valuations of memher communities, the cost to be borne by the members.
F. The Commission should review the performance of the attorney periodically and
the attorney should be present at all regular meetings of the Commission.
David Anderson suggested that clearer language be included re "voting" members and
that the fiscal year be defined in the bylaws.
The Subcommittee will meet again on June 13.
X. 1986 Budget - Judie Anderson will revise the proposed budget to reflect the correct
membership fee and remove the footnotes. She will also estimate the fund balance year
end 1985.
XI. Derus moved and Peaslee seconded a motion directing Hartfeldt to meet with Pat
Kennedy to study the transfer of jurisdiction of county ditches to the Commission. Mo-
tion carried.
XII. Hartfeldt will draft a model resolution by which each member community will estab-
lish a Financial Watershed District in order to get the assessed valuations within the
Elm Creek watershed area from the county.
XIII. Plat Reviews.
A. 85-010 Rice Lake 2nd Addition - Maple Grove. No further action required.
B. 85-011 TREW Properties - Maple Grove. No further action required.
C. 85-013 Elm Creek Estates - Maple Grove. No turtner action required.
Derus moved and Lutz seconded a motion to adjourn. Motion carried and the meeting was
adjourned at 6:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Judie A. Anderson
Recording Secretary
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Representatives
Elm Creek Conservation Commission
Hennepin County, Minnesota
Dear Representatives:
A regular meeting of the Elm Creek Conservation Commission will
be held Wednesday, July 10, 1985, at 5:00 p.m. in the conference
room at 3030 Harbor Lane, Plymouth, Minnesota. Please note this
change in location due to a conflict with "Music in Plymouth.
We must adopt a budget for 1986 and will also discuss the by-laws
as proposed by the By -Laws Subcommittee. Please review the en-
closed supporting documents.
Please notify Judie Anderson's Secretarial Service, 553-1144,
if you will be unable to attend. It is the responsibility of
the reps and their alternates to ascertain that their community
is represented at this meeting. There must be 2/3's consent of
the TOTAL membership to approve the budget at the July meeting.
Regards,
Judie A. Anderson
Executive Secretary
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July 10, 1985
CALL TO ORDER
1. Approval of minutes of June 12, 1985 meeting.
2. Treasurer's report and submission of bills.
OLD BUSINESS
3. Reports from District Office.
a. Plymouth flooding.
b. Stream Monitoring
C. Lakes Monitoring
4. Formal Agreement. Signed copies have been mailed to the
membership.
5. Letterhead quote - Anderson.
6. 1986 Budget.
7. By -Laws.
8. County ditches - Hartfeldt, Kennedy.
9. Financial Watershed District - Hartfeldt.
NEW BUSINESS
10. Fill in floodplain - Medina.
11. Plat Reviews.
a. 85-014 - Shadow Creek - Maple Grove.
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Mr. Larry Donlin
Mayor
City of Minnetonka
14600 Minnetonka Blvd.
Minnetonka, 55345
Dear Mho #"n:
At our May 20 Plymouth Forum, residents in the vicinity of Xenium and
Berkshire Lane near County Road 15 asked whether it would be possible for
the north Highway 12 service road access to the "bridge that goes nowhere"
b>e opened. we advised residents that this has been concern of yours and
that closure of this road was a condition of your approval of the Carlson
development.
I would appreciate it if you could reconsider
provide we with your Council's thoughts so that
oration to residents of this neighborhood.
Thank you for your assistance.
Sincerely
David 0. Davenport
Mayor
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Mr. David J. Davenport, Mayor
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Dave:
Late last year when Cheshire Lane was opened as the detour route for the County
Road 15/I-494 bridge closure, the Minnetonka City Council determined that it
•nas in the best. interests of the City to not connect the North Service Drive
with Cheshire Lane just east of the "no -where" bridge. The Council had determined
that this connection would not be made until completion of the County Road 15/
I-494 access and reopening of that bridgF. Fowever, with the proposed closing
of Plymouth Road because of the reconstruction, it has been determined that the
most feasible detour for Plymouth Road would be to utilize Cheshire Lane from
County Road 15 to the South Service Drive and then the South Service Drive back
to the east to Plymouth Road.
Plymouth Road is scheduled to be detoured on Monday, June 17, and at that time,
Cheshire Lane should be connected with the South Service Drive. I also anticipate
that there would be no further closings of this connection because the County
Road 15/I-494 interchange is expected to open this fall. There is to be a
temporary signal placed on Plymouth Road at its intersection with the North
Service Drive which was the location that Minnetonka was concerned about having
a traffic problem.
if you have any further questions on this matter, please contact Don Asmus, City
Engineer from Minnetonka.
Sincergly,
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MryVe Lamusga,----e------
vs. NO't'I,. 01' APPEAL
City of Plymouth,
a Municipal corporation,,
Respondent.
IN THE MATTER OF THE ASSESSILAEN1 OF CERTAIN
LAND' FOR SANITARY S'.- ER, WA'TERNIAIN, STORM DRAINAGE
FACILITIES, BITUMINOUS S'T'REETS WITH CONCRETE CURE AND GUM17k
PROJECT 404, SUNWSE E HILLS, SKYLINE HILLS ADDITION
TO: ADMiN'.STRfiTQit AND CLEN!? OF THL ABOVE-NAMED DISTRICT CCtUFcT,
CIT! OF PLYMOUTH, CITY 0PLYMOUTH COUNCIL, CITY Of
PLYMOUTH CITY CLERK:
PLEASE TAKE NCITiCF, that the Appellant herein, Mrytle Lamusga, ss
the owncr of they here nafter property, does hereby appeal, pursuant to
Minnesota Ststu.es, Section 429.031, 'Lo the ahove-named District Court trom tho
adoption of an assessmef t by the City of P'.vmout►, concerning property to ;X-�
assessed for sanitary se- er, waterinAin, storm drain&ge facilities, and bituminous
streets with concrete curb at:d gutter , under- the Jebel and designation as Pro;cct
404, Sunrise Hills, Skyline Hill Addition, an,, other assessments included against
subject property listed below.
The Appellant is informed that her land which is included rn this
proceeding and proposed to be assessc,d in connection with the above -referenced
project is legally described as follo.,V;.-.
"Lot 1, Block 1, SN.line Hills -Unit No. 1, County
Of Herineain, State cf Minnesota."
PID Nc. 12-118-22-32-0001
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That the a sessa;ent,� against that suhj-c', property nrt- as fo ?ov._
Street and Utilities 14,958.88
South Area: 3674.21i
INcst Arita: FIS 7.gn
1OTAL: S 15,90111.98
Said assessments are improp.: and illegal and are erbit;,Lry,
unreasonable and in addition are unfair, inequitable. unequal., and disporprrtionate,
and further th&t the market value of Appellant's above-described property has not
been enhanced by reason of th:; &bove project to the extent of the special
assessments; that the ir-:T)rovements for which the costs are. sought and assessed
to do not create special benefits, but rather benFral benefits; that the procedures
followed are discriminatory and defective; that all properties that are benefited
by such improvements have not been included within the assessment district; that
the manner of implementation and assessment of suc i ,improvements as again'A this.
property is inconsistent witli the E'iessinent policies Ns previously enunclated by
the State of Minnesota and the NIinriesota Supremo Court and the Mikr.nesuta
Court of App--als.
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June1985 By
'Mark C. McCu ug (ID# 6998X)
Attorney for ppellant
1900 First nk Place West
Minneapolis, MN 55402
(612) 333-1511
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DuFouR. HACKLEY & HIMLIE. P.A.
ATTORNEYS AT AT LAW {
5200 WILLSON ROAD. SUITE 210
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55424
DAVID K. HACKLEY
(612) 920-3331
R. W.DUFOUR.JR.
DAVID D. HIMLIE June 21, 1985
CERTIFIED MAIL
Plymouth City Council President
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55441
RE: Susan Olson
Date of Accident: June 7. 1985
Our File No. 85-18585
Dear Council President:
This letter will serve to give you notice pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Section
3.736, Subd. 5, as follows:
That on Friday, June 7, 1985, at approximately 7:45 P.M., on that date, Susan
Olson (date of birth - November 12, 1970) was wading in the roped off portion of
the public beach maintained by the City of Plymouth on the West side of Medicine
Lake. At that time Susan Olson stepped on a jagged portion of a broken bottle
which was resting on the sandy bottom of the lake within the roped off public
beach sector. As a result of that, Susan Olson suffered a severe wound to her
left foot, with injuries to her muscles, tendons and ligaments in her foot as
well as infection. It was as a result of the negligence of the City of Plymouth,
its agents and/or employees that this broken pop bottle was lying under water
within the roped off public sector of the Medicine Lake - West side - public beach
that caused the serious wound to be inflicted to Susan Olson and the permanent in-
juries that she has sustained thereby.
The parents and natural guardians of Susan Olson are Larry and Diana Olson, 2516
Norwood Lane, Plymouth, Minnesota 55441. The undersigned has been retained to
represent Mr, and Mrs. Olson and Susan in this matter.
Please notify your insurer and direct further inquiries to this office.
Yours very• ru'ly;
DavHimlie, for
DUFOUR, HACKLEY & HIMLIE, P.A.
DDH/kt
cc: Mr. and Mrs. Larry Olson
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: June 25, 1985
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TO: James G. Willis, City Manager, and Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager,
through Fred Moore, Director of Public Works
FROM:
Dick Pouliot
SUBJECT Waste Management Conference
I attended the Third Annual Conference on Solid Waste Management on June 19th and
20th as well as the Executive Session Wednesday evening June 19th.
The theme for this year's conference, "New Roles in Recycling and Composting"
was both informational and motivational in nature. The need for continued
effort to conserve our natural resources and reduce the need for sanitary land
fill sites was re-emphasized throughout the conference. Information was pre-
sented by members of the Metropolitan Council, the Minnesota Pollution Control
Agency and the Minnesota Waste Management Board, as well as representatives from
the private sector.
The information presented centered on programs that have been operating success-
fully in other areas and what makes them successful. A successful program
requires public information and education, motivation and incentives, as well
as market development for recyclable items. Methods of creating these incentives
have begun in the form of new laws, ordinances, surcharges or tipping fees and
incentive payments, etc. The Metropolitan Council's solid waste plan is to be
implemented by cities by no later than 1990 and currently allows cities to be
reimbursed at the rate of up to 50 cents per household for costs to implement a
recycling program in their city. Next year the plan is to pay cities $4.00 a
ton for recycled materials not including yard waste. All solutions to the problems
have not yet been worked out, such as verifying tonnage etc., but progress is
being made.
The Metropolitan Council Plan states that no "unprocessed" waste will be allowed
in landfills after the year 1990.
The underlying theme seems to be making the recycling plan work through the
carrot and stick approach, ie. raise tipping fees and surcharges or penalties
making it expensive for non -participation while paying back to participating
cities as rewards for participating.
RJP:ej
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 5544
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800U`
MEMO �.
DATE: June 25, 1985
TO: City Manager James Willis
FROM: Community Development Director Blair Tremere
SUBJECT SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMIT APPLICATIONS AND PERMIT ISSUANCE
TIME
You have asked for periodic reports as to the results of using the services of Mr. Gene
Soboy for the plan review of new single family dwelling applications. Building
Official Joe Ryan has reported to me that between June 4, 1985, and June 18, 1985, Mr.
Soboy reviewed 32 plans and completed the review of each plan within two days of the
time he received them. That rate is in accordance with our agreement with him.
Joe Ryan estimates that during this first week of using Gene's services, the turn
around time for new single family building permit applications which are complete and
in order has been reduced from approximately 10 business days to approximately 4
business days. It is our expectation that with further refinements to our system, some
of which we are working on with representatives of the Plymouth Development Council, we
should be able to reduce it from that. I think that our goal of providing such review
within 7 days has been reached. I will report to you the continuing progress in that
regard.
BT/gw
June 25, 1985
Mr. Ken Peterson
Honeywell, Inc.
Solid State Electronics Division
12001 State Highway 55
Plymouth, MN 55441
CITY a
PUMOUTR
RE Rooftop Equipment Noise Generation
Dear Mr. Peterson:
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Thank you for your recent letter in response to my inquiry about this matter, and your
explanation of the steps being taken by Honeywell to mitigate it.
I have taken the liberty of sending copies of your letter to Mr. Rosengren and to Mr.
Nolting, who expressed concern about this at the Planning Commission meeting last
year. I appreciate the efforts you and others have taken to evaluate this problem and
to resolve it. I recommend that you maintain contact with the neighbors after you have
implemented Phase I, during the process of deciding whether to implement Phase II.
It is important I believe to recognize that there is more than simply a compliance with
technical noise levels. The equipment installed on your roof, due to the particular
topography of your site, has introduced a disruptive environmental factor into a
predominantly residential neighborhood. I believe that if the neighbors are aware that
positive steps are being taken to mitigate and/or reduce that factor, the problem as
perceived by the neighbors will be resolved.
I believe the practice of keeping communication open is consistent with your good
neighbor policy and I would ask that you keep us informed as to decisions reached
regarding the success of Phase I and the possible need for Phase II.
Thank you for your cooperation and attention to this matter.
S' cerely
Blair Tremere, Director
Community Development
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cc: File A-151/CUP
City Manager games G. Willis
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PLYMOUTH+
Mr. Charles Rosengren
800 Windemere Curve
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Mr. Rosengren:
I have enclosed a copy of a recent letter received from Mr. Ken Peterson of Honeywell,
Inc. regarding steps they are taking relative to noise generated by the rooftop
equipment. You indicated a concern about that last year at a Public Hearing, and we
have been in contact with Honeywell since then to assure the proper steps are taken to
mitigate and resolve the problem.
I have suggested to Mr. Peterson that he and his representatives stay in touch with the
neighbors as they complete Phase I, and attempt to determine whether Phase II is
necessary.
Thank you for your input at the hearing and for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Blair Tremere, Director
Community Development
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cc: File A-151/CUP
City Manager Dames G. Willis
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June 25, 1985 PLYMOUTR
Mr. dim Nolting
1105 Goldenrod Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Mr. Nolting:
I have enclosed a copy of a recent letter received from Mr. Ken Peterson of Honeywell,
Inc. regarding steps they are taking relative to noise generated by the rooftop
equipment. You indicated a concern about that last year at a Public Hearing, and we
have been in contact with Honeywell since then to assure the proper steps are taken to
mitigate and resolve the problem.
I have suggested to Mr. Peterson that he and his representatives stay in touch with the
neighbors as they complete Phase I, and attempt to determine whether Phase II is
necessary.
Thank you for your input at the hearing and for your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Blair Tremere, Director
Community Development
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cc: File A-151/CUP
City Manager dames G. Willis
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June 6, 1985
Blair Tremere, Director
Community Development
City OF Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, M. 55447
Honeywell
FILE COPY
A- IS/
RE: Noise Generated by Rooftop Equipment
Dear Mr. Tremere,
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JUN 14 1966
CPMEIV7 CEPT.
I have received your inquiry regarding our plans and the status of reducing
the noise generated by the existing rooftop units. Following complaints of
noise from both the City management and the neighbors Honeywell hired
Industrial Health Engineering to perform a sound analysis of the equipment
for noise generations (see attachment). The results of the test indicate
that the towers are projecting an average of 62 decibels at the west
property line. Further attenuation should be experienced through distance
at the affected neighbors property line.
As you may recall Honeywell indicated they would perform a sound analysis,
and following that, establish a plan to reduce any annoying noise that the
equipment was generating. If it seemed necessary to make the maximum
modification it would be accomplished within two (2) phases, completing
Phase I in 1985 and Phase II in 1986.
To date we have designed Phase I and awarded the contract to upgrade all
cooling towers with variable speed fan motors. The completion of this is
expected around mid-July 1985. Following completion of Phase I additional
readings will be taken at both the Honeywell property line and the affected
neighbors to establish what has been accomplished and whether Phase II will
be necessary.
It is our intention to resolve this issue in the most expedient manner. If
you have any further questions please contact me.
Sincerely,
Ren Peterson
cc: Livid Heleo
P.C.A.
HONEYWELL INC., SOLID STATE ELECTRONICS DIVISION, 12001 STATE HIGHWAY 55, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 56441, TELEPHONE 012/541-2900
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: June 28, 1985
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Fred Moore, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT Skyline Hills Sewer and Water Project
On Wednesday, June 26th I looked at the driveway at 4835 Yorktown Lane with
Harlan Olson of Bonestroo, Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc. There is
approximately 65 feet between the new curb and the garage and the City's
consultant was proposing to remove and replace approximately 28 feet of this
driveway. This would have meant that the driveway leading from the street
would be at an approximate 11 per cent grade; in my opinion, an 8 per cent
grade is the maximum allowable without cars scraping the street.
I instructed Harlan Olson to remove and replace 45 feet of the existing drive-
way. This would leave a 20 foot long level landing area in front of the
garage. The portion of the driveway which will be removed and replaced will
have an approximate 7 per cent grade.
I also spoke with Dick Graber on the telephone while I was at his house. The
removal and replacement of 45 feet of the driveway is acceptable to him.
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: dune 28, 1985
TO: City Manager dames G. Willis
FROM: Community Development Director Blair Tremere
SUBJECT INQUIRY FROM COUNCILMEMBER VASILIOU
This is in response to your dune 25, 1985 memorandum regarding Councilmember
Vasiliou's inquiry of dune 24, 1985 regarding three planning related items. I have
investigated these items and can report the following:
1. We have investigated the use of land at the northwest corner of the inter-
section at Highway 101 and County Road 24 and have found no indication of
used car parking or sales activities. I understand that there had been
some used car sales activity on the northeast corner, and I further
understand that the Police had been investigating it.
We did not observe, on two separate occasions, any used car activity at
that corner. It appears that the Police investigation may have cleared up
the problem.
2. The "Easy Street" sign erected by the Wayzata Bank & Trust Company at their
drive-in facility at County Road 6 and Highway 101 was not part of the
original sign approval. I have contacted Mr. Rosen and I have sent him the
attached letter indicating the sign should be removed because it is not al-
lowed by the Sign Ordinance. It is my understanding that the sign will be
removed.
3. The Planning Commission has recommended adoption of amendments to the Zon-
ing Ordinance regarding definitions n.` and provisions for "Sports and Fit-
ness Clubs". This recommendation was developed following a Public Hearing
and the proposed amendments will be on the City Council agenda for duly 1,
1995.
The newspaper article is somewhat misleading in that the direction for this
amendment came from the Commission to staff after we had brought to the
Commission's attention questions raised by several prospective development
interests. Specifically, a speculative developer had been evaluating the
B-1 zoned site at County Road 9 and County Road 18 where the day care cen-
ter was recently approved. He operated on the assumption that a sports and
fitness club could be permitted in any zone where commercial uses were al-
lowed, and he was informed that that was not the case under the terms of
the Plymouth Ordinance.
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Memorandum to City Manager dames G. Willis
Planning Items/Councilmember Vasiliou
June 28, 1985
We concluded upon further investigation that the Ordinance was not as clear
as it could be with respect to defining such facilities, and therefore we
undertook research of ordinances of comparable communities. We did this
because sports and fitness facilities are a common commercial enterprise
today and we have received other inquiries about them, particularly with
respect to integration with office buildings.
Sara McConn developed findings ani
then directed the preparation of
Ordinance. The Public Hearing was
forwarded to the City Council.
initial inquiry regarding property
present at the Public Hearing.
submitted them to the Commission which
a draft Ordinance amending the Zoning
held and the recommendation has now been
Incidentally, the party that made the
at County Road 9 and County Road 18 was
The full background on this matter is contained in the staff report that
will be part of the City Council Agenda for duly 1, 1985..
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June 27, 1985 PLYMOu i t
Mr. Clarence Rosen
Wayzata Bank & Trust Company
000 E. Wayzata Blvd.
Wayzata, MN 55391
RE Signage at Plymouth Drive -In Facility
Dear Mr. Rosen:
A City Council member has recently brought to our attention a sign installed in the
northeast corner of your site which was not comprehended by the plan approval or the
sign permit for this development.
The sign is the one erected on a steel pole which says "Easy Place" and it resembles a
public street sign. This type of sign is not allowed by the Plymouth sign regulations
which prohibits private signage which resembles an official government marker such as a
street sign. Your cooperation in resolving .this by having the sign removed is
appreciated. Please call me if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
�Tremere,
lair Director
Community Development
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cc: File 83017
City Manager James G. Willis
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: June 25, 1985
TO: Blair Tremere, Planner
FROM: James G. Willis, City Manager
SUBJECT INQUIRY FROM COUNCILMEMBER VASILIOU
Attached is a memo dated June 24 from Councilmember Maria Vasiliou
regarding three planning related items. I'd appreciate your looking
into these three and providing me with your comments in order that they
may be forwarded onto Marla as well as the councilmembers.
JGW/lh
cc: S/F 7/9
June 24, 1985
Memo to:
From:
Jim Willis
Maria Vasiliou
CITY OF
PLYMOUTR
Jim, there are three items that I would like some information on:
1. The used car parking lot that has developed on
the northwest corner of the intersection at Hwy
101 and Cty Rd 24.
2. The Wayzata Bank & Trust (Plymouth branch) has
installed a street sign ("Easy Street"). Is
this sign part of their original sign approval?
3. Recently the Planning Commission held a hearing
on the proper zoning of sports and health clubs.
In a feature in one of the local papers announcing
the hearing it said this was brought about by either
council direction or Planning Commission direction
and/or the need for clarification. I don't recall
discussing this as a member of the commission and I
don't recall discussing this as a councilmember. I
would appreciate you refreshing my memory.
Lastly, with the increasing number of mopeds,scooters etc that are
being utilized by unlicensed drivers (kids!) I would suggest we con-
sinder having the Public Safety Director author an article for Plymouth
on Parade that outlines the rules and regulations and the procedure for
reporting violations. I had six calls about this on Sunday alone.
Thanks for your help.
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
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Plymouth hearing
on changes in
zoning ordinance
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The Plymouth Planning Commis -
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► ) ( sion will conduct a public hearing on
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) it Wednesday, June 12 in the City Center
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be to consider certain amendments to
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the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance.
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fication and/or direction from the City
Council and from the Planning Com-
mission. The proposed amendments
do not involve the rezoning of any
property in the City of Plymouth-
lymouthThe
Theamendments may involve such
items as definitions for private clubs,
public clubsf sports, fitness and health
clubs; and commercial recreation land
► uses. Also to be considered will be
provisions for allowing sports and fit-
ness clubs in the B-1 (office limited
business) district as a concUtional use,
within certain paramenters;B-2(shop
1 ping center business) District; and B-3
(service business) District as a condi-
tional use; and, modifications to the
parking requirements to refer to
sports and fitness clubs.
Copies of the specific language are
available at Plymouth City Hall at the
r 'City Center Public Service Counter. If
f you have questions, call the Communi-
ty Development Department at 559-
2800.
June 26, 1985
Knights of Columbus
Father George Council
10904 South Shore Drive
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Sir:
CITY OF
PLYMOUTH+
As a previous recipient of a City bingo license, I thought you should be made
aware that the state Charitable Gambling Board, effective duly 1, will be
regulating gambling by charitable organizations. Certain bingo and raffles
will be permitted under the new law without obtaining a state license.
Specifically, bingo conducted in conjunction with a civic celebration for less
than 12 consecutive days in a year; bingo conducted by organizations which
hold fewer than four bingo occasions during a year; and raffles where the
prizes do not exceed $750 in a calendar year may be conducted without a state
license.
If you have questions about receiving a state permit, or to inquire about your
exempt status, call the Charitable Control Board at 341-7676.
If I can be of any help, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Laurie Houk
City Clerk
June 26, 1985
Marian Vessey
Zachary Lane P.T.A.
4350 Zachary Lane
Plymouth, MN 55442
Dear Ms. Vessey:
CITY OF
PLYMOUTR
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As a previous recipient of a City temporary bingo permit, I thought you should
be made aware that the state Charitable Gambling Board, effective July 1, will
be regulating gambling by charitable organizations. Certain bingo and raffles
are permitted under the new law without obtaining a state license.
Specifically, bingo conducted in conjunction with a civic celebration for less
than 12 consecutive days in a year; bingo conducted by organizations which
hold fewer than four bingo occasions during a year; and raffles where the
prizes do not exceed $750 in a calendar year may be conducted without a state
license.
If you have questions about receiving a state permit, or to inquire about your
exempt status, call the Charitable Control Board at 341-7676.
If I can be of any help, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely, '
Laurie Houk
City Clerk
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June 26, 1985
St. Mary of the Lake Church
105 Forestview Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Sir:
CITY C�
PLYMOUTH+
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As a previous recipient of a City temporary bingo permit, I thought you should
be made aware that the state Charitable Gambling Board, effective duly 1, will
be regulating gambling by charitable organizations. Certain bingo and raffles
are permitted under the new law without obtaining a state license.
Specifically, bingo conducted in conjunction with a civic celebration for less
than 12 consecutive days in a year; bingo conducted by organizations which
hold fewer than four bingo occasions during a year; and raffles where the
prizes do not exceed $750 in a calendar year may be conducted without a state
license.
If you have questions about receiving a state permit, or to inquire about your
exempt status, call the Charitable Control Board at 341-7676.
If I can be of any help, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Laurie Houk
City Clerk
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DAVID A BREHM
CHIEF OF POLICE
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(612) 473-4333
WAYZATA POLICE DEPARTMENT
600 RICE STREET'
WAYZATA, MINNESOTA 55391
June 19, 1985
Chief Richard Carlquist
Plymouth Police Department
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth, MIN 55447
Dear Chief Carlquist,
During the early morning hours of June 16th our department
received a call involving a burglary -in -progress at the J.J.
Hill's Ironhorse restaurant in Wayzata. Officer Rick Herman
from your department responded to assist our on duty officer.
Upon learning the location of the burglary and the direction
of travel of the two suspects, Officer Herman alertly drove
to the rear of the Village Shopping Center which parallels
the Burlington North railroad tracks and the anticipated
escape route of the burglary suspects. Upon reaching the
rear of the shopping center Officer Herman shut off his squad
car and was then able to hear voices in the wooded area south
of the railroad tracks. Investigating further he discovered
a vehicle with three occupants parked at the end of Shady Lane.
Officer Herman then alerted our officer and all three were
subsequently arrested as participants in the J.J. Hills burglary.
There is no doubt in my mind that without Officer Herman's swift
response and capable assistance the three suspects would have
likely escaped undetected. In addition, subsequent interviews
with the three persons arrested produced the names of two
additional individuals who were responsible for the actual
breaking and entering.
Please pass our thanks along to Officer Herman for his excellent
assistance with this matter. In addition, I want to express my
personal appreciation to you and the Plymouth Police Department
for the ongoing spirit of cooperation extended to our agency.
If we can ever be of assistance to you or your agency, please
call upon us.
Sincerely,
David A. Brehm
Chief of Police
Wayzata Police Department
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