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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
October 4, 1985
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.....
1. PLYMOUTH PORT AUTHORITY -- Monday, October 7, 5:30 p.m. The
organizational meeting of the Plymouth Port Authority will be held
in Council Council Chambers. Agenda attached. (M-1)
2. DINNER MEETING - PRELIMINARY REPORT ON DOWNTOWN PLYMOUTH STUDY --
Monday, October 7, 6:00 p.m. Mr. James McComb will review the
preliminary draft report of the Downtown Plymouth study in the City
Council conference room.
3. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING -- Monday, October 7, 7:30 p.m.
Regular City Council meeting in City Council Chambers.
4. CARLSON PARKWAY/I-494 INTERCHANGE RIBBON CUTTING -- Monday, October
7. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on the bridge at 10:30
a.m.
5. PLANNING COMMISSION -- Wednesday, October 9. The Planning
Commission forum is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. with the Planning
Commission meeting following at 7:30 p.m. in the City Council
Chambers. Agenda attached. (M-5)
6. MEETING WITH ELLIOTT PEROVICH, REGIONAL TRANSIT BOARD -- Thursday,
October 17. RegionalTransit Board Chairman Elliott Perovich has a
scheduled a meeting to discuss transit issues with area local
officials and legislators for Thursday, October 17 beginning at 7:30
p.m. at the New Hope City Hall. A copy of Mr. Perovich's letter
regarding the meeting and my response is attached. (M-6)
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. POSSIBLE STATE REVENUE SHORTFALL
State Finance Department indicate
biennium could range from between
of Cities has advised us that,
shortfall, the impact could be
through reduced local government
The Council may recall this is
-- Continuing projections of the
that the shortfall in the current
$300 to $800 million. The League
depending on the severity of the
felt upon municipalities in 1986
aids or homestead credit payments.
identical to the situation which
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occurred in 1982. According to the League, it is anticipated that
if the legislature is required to make cutbacks in its budget, the
first cuts will come state agency budgets. The second level of cuts
would then come from local government aids. As a last resort, it is
anticipated that they would move into school aids. Apparently there
are no plans to consider changes in the tax structure to generate
additional monies.
2. BEACON HEIGHTS TASK FORCE -- On October 1, Acting Superintendent
Roger Adams, Finance Director Stan Tikkanen, and School Board
representative Greg Miller met with approximately 15 persons living
in the neighborhood adjacent to the former Beacon Heights Elementary
School. The purpose of the meeting was to bring residents up to
date on the Board's attempt to sell the building. Stan Tikkanen
reported that appraisals had been received by the School District
showing that the approximately 5.5 acre parcel without the building
had an appraised value of approximately $70,000. The property with
the building and assuming R1 -A zoning, was appraised at $400,000.
Earlier this year the District distributed 24 bid specification
packets to various parties for sale of the building. When the bids
were received, only two parties submitted offers. They were:
1) Beacon Building Company, in the amount of $165,000. Their
proposal was to use the existing building to develop eleven
condominium units.
2) Terry Archer submitted a bid in the amount of $450,000 to
develop a child care facility capable of handling up to 300
children between the ages of 6 mos. and 12 years old.
Because the Beacon Building Company offer was below the $400,000
minimum bid established by the District, and the $450,000 Terry
Archer proposal was incomplete in that it lacked a security deposit,
the School Board acted on September 30 to reject all bids. In doing
so, the Board directed the District staff to enter into negotiations
with any or all parties to secure sale of the property during
calendar year 1985. There was some hope, albeit small, that
negotiations might be concluded in time to bring a proposal before
the Board at their next regular meeting scheduled for October 14.
From the reaction of adjacent residents at this meeting, it was
clear that there was a preference for the condominium proposal over
the day care proposal. Residents expressed concern about the
general noise level and traffic which would be generated by parents
leaving and picking their children up at the facility each day.
Since timing is an important issue to the Board, I have spoken with
Stan Tikkanen to advise him that the day care proposal entails the
receipt of a conditional use permit from the City. The condominium
proposal would require a rezoning. I indicated to Stan that we
would be glad to assist in any way to expedite as much as possible
the City's approval process.
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3. PLYMOUTH METROLINK - AUGUST REPORT -- Show below is a table
displaying our average daily ridership for the commuter/ reverse
commuter, internal circulator and total system for each week of
August. The second table displays the year to date averages in
each service area compared with the target which we must achieve in
order to have a successful project.
MONTHLY
PLYMOUTH METROLINK
DAILY RIDERSHIP AVERAGES BY WEEK BY SERVICE TYPE
AUGUST 1985
Total
System
SERVICE TYPE
Commuter/
Internal
Total
TARGET
288
Reverse Commuter
Circulator
System
WEEK OF:
104%
12.5%
8/3 - 8/9
294
34
328
8/10 - 8/16
298
49
347
8/16 - 8/23
288
67
355
8/24 - 8/30
286
66
352
8/31
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293
67
360
MONTH LONG
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AVERAGE
292
57
349
YEAR TO DATE
Item
Commuter/
Reverse Commuter
Internal
Circulator
Total
System
YEAR TO DATE
RIDERSHIP AVERAGE
301
51
352
TARGET
288
25
313
% OVER/(UNDER)
TARGET
4.5%
104%
12.5%
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A number of observations are in order:
1. The internal circulator continues to be the strongest component
of the program carrying an average of 292 passengers per day in
August. The average ridership for January was 51, February -
50, March - 56, April - 55, May - 36, dune - 53, and duly 52.
Vacationing school students continue to use the service.
2. The commuter/ reverse commuter portion of the service averaged
57 persons per day in August. Commuter/reverse commuter
averages have been 307 for January, 292 - February, 311 - March,
295 - April, 298 - May, 314 - dune, and 297 - duly.
3. Year to date averages are 301 for the commuter/reverse commuter,
51 for the internal circulator and 352 system -wide.
4. SOLID WASTE RECYCLING PROGRAM -- On September 23, Councilmembers
Crain, Neils, Dick Pouliot and Frank Boyles met to discuss the
demonstration solid waste recycling program to be initiated in
Plymouth in 1986. Councilmembers will recall that this demonstra-
tion program is contemplated both in the Mayor/Council agenda and my
performance objectives.
Attached is a memorandum from Dick Pouliot summarizing the results
of the September 23 meeting. The primary conclusion of the meeting
was to recommend that the Council initiate a pilot source separation
(i.e. separation by the homeowner) program in a portion of Plymouth
by May 1, 1986. Beginning January 1, 1986 a drop site for certain
recyclables would be developed most likely at the Public Works
garage. The drop site would serve Plymouth residents not included
in the pilot source separation program. A number of questions were
raised at the meeting which could not be answered. Consequently,
another meeting will take place in the next two weeks to provide
answers to these questions. To assist in this effort, we are asking
a representative refuse hauler and a representative from another
city which has initiated a recycling program to be present at the
next meeting. Interested Councilmembers are welcome to attend. I
will announce the meeting date and time when it has been estab-
lished. Also attached for your information are materials collected
by Councilmember Neils with respect to recycling and the landfill
abatement cost recovery program. (I-4)
5. METROPOLITAN WASTE CONTROL COMMISSION 1986-1990 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
-- We have been advised by the Metropolitan Council that they have
scheduled a public hearing for Monday, October 28 on the proposed
1986-1990 Development Program of the Waste Control Commission. This
is in effect their capital improvement program. In reviewing this
document, I note that they are anticipating a substantial upgrading
of the capacity of the Plymouth lift station and forcemain. As the
Council is aware, this is critically important to the continued
growth of Plymouth and was one reason why the Metropolitan Council
constrained the community's growth in the comprehensive plan several
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October 4, 1985
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years ago. Based upon the studies of the Waste Control Commission
staff, they are recommending that a 24" forcemain be constructed
which would parallel the existing 30" forcemain. This improvement
along with additional pumping capacity will provide for the
projected peak flows in the year 2010. The proposed development
program contemplates that the design and engineering work for this
project would commence in 1986 with construction commencing in the
fall of 1987 and being completed by the fall of 1989. The project
is estimated to cost $5,350,000. It is our intention to advise the
Waste Control Commission and the Metropolitan Council of our support
of this Development Program component.
6. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT -- Attached is a letter from Representative
Frenzel providing an update on bills introduced in Congress amending
the Fair Labor Standards Act amendments. Representative Frenzel has
cosponsored four bills which in some manner would exempt police and
fire employees from the overtime provisions of the FLSA. He
indicates that his strongest support, however, would be to H.F. 3237
which would amend the FLSA to exempt from the overtime requirements
of the Act all employees of state and local public agenices. Also
attached is a letter from Senator Dave Durenburger indicating his
support to revise the FLSA amendments. Senator Durenberger is
chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on Intergovernmental Relations
and plans for this subcommittee to hold hearings on the FLSA issue.
(I-6)
7. MUNICIPAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION - REGIONAL BREAKFAST MEETINGS --
Three breakfast meetings for MLC members have been scheduled. The
purpose of meetings is to assist the Commission in setting its
legislative agenda and priorities for the 1986 Legislative Session.
The meetings will be held by "region", with each member city being
assigned to a region. The Northwest regional meeting, which
includes Plymouth, is set for November 13 at the Radisson Inn
Plymouth beginning at 7:45 a.m. Councilmembers interested in
attending, should advise Laurie in order that reservations may be
made. Attached is a copy of the meeting notice. (I-7)
8. DONATIONS TO PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAMS -- Attached is
a memo from Eric Blank to the Park and Recreation Advisory
Commission listing the variety of support which his department has
received for various programs from the local community. I thought
the Council might be interested in this data as it indicates a grow-
ing sense of community identity as well as a growing depth of
support for the City's recreation program efforts. (I-8)
9. SCHMIDT'S GARDENS ADDITION SANITARY SEWER PROSECT -- This project
as been continuing on a somewhat slower t an normal pace due to the
rainy weather the past several weeks. Nonetheless, the rock base
has now been fully installed, except for two areas where storm
sewers have to be constructed across the street. We anticipate that
residents will be able to connect to the sanitary sewer system later
this month. In that regard, and following conversations with some
of the residents, Fred Moore has sent the attached letter to them
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regarding connecting to the dry water pipe. Normally, connections
to the City's water supply are made at the time that the homeowner
actually expects to get water from the City's system. In the case
of the Schmidt's Gardens Addition, we have installed a dry pipe with
service connections stubbed off to the property line. Because many
residents will be promptly connecting to the sanitary sewer system,
we are providing them with the opportunity of also connecting to the
City's water system at the same time. This will reduce the ultimate
cost and disruption to their yards when water is available. We are
requiring, however, that if they elect this option, that they agree
to connect to the City's water system within 90 days of its becoming
available for their use. Based upon reports of the quality of water
in the area, we anticipate that the residents will want to connect
to the City's water supply as soon as it may become available. You
will note that the letter from Fred incorporates an agreement which
will be recorded with Hennepin County to ensure that subsequent
homeowners are aware of this obligation. (I-9)
10. MINUTES:
a. Planning Commission, September 25, 1985 (I -10a)
b. Park and Recreation Advisory Commission, September 12, 1985
(I -10b)
11. DEPARTMENT REPORTS -- The following department activity reports for
the month of September are attached:
a. Fire Department (I -11a)
12. BOND NEWSLETTER -- A copy of the Ehlers and Associates bond
newsletter for October is attached for your information. (I-12)
13. SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PLAN -- I have been informed by
the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission that the
Commission has contracted with Eugene A. Hickok and Associates,
Inc. for consulting and engineering services in the preparation of a
watershed management plan.
14. SCHOOL DISTRICT 281 - GOVERNMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL -- Attached is a
copy of the minutes from the September 12 meeting of the School
District 281 Government Advisory Council. Also included is a copy
of the District's goals for 1985-86. (I-14)
15. NOVEMBER CITY ELECTION -- The paper ballots for the November 5 City
election have been received. Attached is a copy of a sample
ballot. (I-15)
16. TECHNOLOGY LEARNING CAMPUS "HIGH TECH CELEBRATION" -- The School
District 281 Technology Learning Campus will be hosting a "High Tech
Celebration" on Saturday, October 12 from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. The
TLC is located at 4139 Regent Avenue in Robbinsdale. Attached is a
copy of the invitation from Dr. Carter on the event. (I-16)
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October 4, 1985
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17. CITY EMPLOYEES:
a. New Employees -- Pat Anderson is the new Development Services
Clerk in the Building Inspection Division. Prior to coming to
Plymouth, Pat was an Educational Assistant for the Amherst H.
Wilder Foundation, Learning Disabilities Research Program. Pat
and her son, Matt, live in Roseville.
Cindy Nelson started with the City on September 3 as
ashier ata Control Operator in the Finance Department. Cindy
fills the position vacated by Diane Howard. She previously
worked at Deane Schwalenberg, Inc. as Assistant to the
Controller. Cindy and her husband, Sohn, live in Brooklyn
Center.
On Wednesday, September 25, Steve Herwig joined the Sewer and
Water Division as Public Works Maintenance Worker. Steve comes
from the City of Brooklyn Park where he held a similar
position. Steve is a Plymouth resident.
b. Correspondence -- Attached is a note of appreciation to Sue
Mauderer and Scott Hovet from Art Aurand, Branch Manager for the
Plymouth Burnet Realty Office, on their presentation to Burnet
realtors. (I -17b)
18. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter to Delores Brown, 2630 Oakview Lane, in response to her
letter for a cat leash ordinance. (I -18a)
b. Letter from Ruth Franklin, Regional Transit Board Member,
providing update on RTB activities. (I -18b)
c. Letter from Dale Kennedy, Carlson Properties, to Sara McConn,
withdrawing application for the revised final plat and
variance. (I -18c)
d. Letter from Hennepin County Department of Transportation regard-
ing its decision on the need for an Environmental Impact
Statement for County Road 9. The County concluded that the
project is found to have no potential for significant environ-
mental effects and therefore finds no need for the preparation
of an Environmental Impact Statement. (I -18d)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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PLYMOUTH PORT AUTHORITY
October 7, 1985
5:30 p.m.
Plymouth City Center
AGENDA ITEMS
I. OATH OF OFFICE
The City Clerk will administer the Oath of Office to the Commissioners.
II. ELECTION OF OFFICERS
The proposed Bylaws call for the election
and treasurer from the members of the Port
or appointment of a secretary. The term
shall expire December 31, 1986.
III. RESOLUTIONS
A. Adoption of Bylaws
of a chairman, vice chairman
Authority, and the election
of these initial officials
The attached Bylaws are identical to those originally adopted in
1984. They were modeled after those of the Bloomington Port
Authority as have the other documents which are submitted for your
action. These Bylaws are temporary until they are approved by the
City Council or 90 days elapses as a requirement of City Council
Resolution 85-728. If approved temporarily, I propose to submit
them to the City Council for their consideration October 7.
B. Adoption of Service Contract with City of Plymouth for Services
This agreement provides the basis for the Plymouth City staff to
assist the commissioners of the Port Authority in the day-to-day and
administrative details which will be required to carry out Port
Authority objectives. This agreement is proposed to be submitted to
the City Council on October 7 for their approval.
C. Designation of Executive Director, Chief Financial Officer and
General Counsel
This resolution appoints the City Manager as Executive Director for
the Port Authority, the City's Finance Director as Assistant
Treasurer for the Authority, and finally, the City's attorneys as
General Counsel.
D. Bonds and Insurance Coverage
This resolution provides that the Port Authority, officers and staff
be insured for claims against them individually and collectively.
It is intended that this insurance will be placed under the City's
master insurance policy.
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October 7, 1985
Page 2
E. Designation of Depository and Official Newspaper
It is proposed that the First Bank Plymouth be designated as the
depository for the Port Authority and that the Plymouth Post be
designated its official newspaper.
F. Authorization to Execute Checks, etc.
This resolution carries out the intent of the Bylaws (Article IV,
Paragraph 1) to insure that at least two officers must sign various
obligations on behalf of the Port Authority.
IV. OTHER BUSINESS
V. ADJOURN - 6:00 p.m.
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PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA WHERE: Plymouth City Center
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 1985 3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the Planning
Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of
these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or petitioner so requests, in which event
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on
the agenda.
PUBLIC FORUM 7:15 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER 7:30 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Planning Commission Minutes, September 25, 1985.
4. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Design Management Construction/Apostolic Lutheran Church. Conditional Use
Permit Amendment at 11015 County Road 15. (85107)
B. Minneapolis Auto Auction. Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit Amendment at
1125 Nathan Lane and 1605 County Road 18. (85074/85075)
C. dames Yunger. General Development Plan Amendment, Site Plan, Conditional Use
Permit and Variance to construct a health and fitness center at 28th Place and
Glacier Lane. (85086)
D. Dave Johnson. Site Plans, Conditional Use Permit and Variance for
construction of a gasoline service station and a medical, urgent care and
retail facility on southeast corner of Hwy 101 and County Road 6.
(85093/85094)
E. Prudential Insurance Company of America. Conditional Use Permit Amendment to
construct two freestanding signs at 3033 Campus Drive. (85106)
5. NEW BUSINESS
A. Shirley Hendricks. Lot Division and Variance for property at 14320 14th
Avenue North. (85099)
B. Raymond Makela. Lot Division and Variance for property at 14504 10th Avenue
North. (85101)
6. OTHER BUSINESS
7. ADJOURNMENT
10:00 P.M.
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St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
612/292-8789
October 1, 1985
Mr. James Willis
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mr. Willis:
As a firm believer in good communication in the public decision-making process,
I want to take this opportunity to invite you to a meeting of local officials
and legislators from communities in your area to discuss transit issues. The
meeting will be held on Thursday, October 17th in the New Hope City Hall, 4401
Xylon Avenue North (two blocks north of County Road 9), beginning at 7:30 p.m.
The meeting will give me a chance to discuss with you some of the more
important activities of the Regional Transit Board. Some of the programs and
activities include the Transit Service Needs Assessment, the status of
specialprograms, such as Metro Mobility, and transit funding. Most
importantly, I wantthis meeting to be an opportunity for you to express your
ideas and concerns about the current and future direction of transit in the
metro area. I would also like to use this session as a forum to answer
specific questions you may have about transit issues.
Bruce Nawrocki, Metropolitan Transit Commissioner, will also be participating
in this meeting to inform you about some of the current activities and opera-
tions at the Metropolitan Transit Commission. Both Commissioner Nawrocki and
plan to spend a few minutes explaining the responsibilities and roles of our
respective agencies in providing transit service to your community.
I hope you will find time in your busy schedule to attend this meeting on
current transit issues. I look forward to meeting with you on October 17th at
the New Hope City Hall.
Sincerely,
E111ott Perovic
Chairman
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Dear Elliott:
Thank you for your letter of October 1 inviting us to attend an infor-
mational meeting on transit issues at the New Hope City Hall on Thursday,
October 17.
Plymouth is interested in regional transit as witnessed by our Plymouth
Metrolink project. We are also interested in the cost of regional transit
to our citizens. We have sought unsuccessfully to redefine the scope of
transit service in our community for 1986 so as to provide for a reduction
in the cost to our taxpayers. The Regional Transit Board has declined to
support our proposal. I anticipate that we will be addressing this issue in
the future, likely through the 1986 transit agreement. What I am frankly
fearful of is that the policies of the RTB are being interpreted in a
fashion to ensure or otherwise guarantee that the tax feathering provisions
be so strictly applied that Plymouth will not be able to avail itself of the
feathering benefits, as have other "opt out" eligible communities who have
elected to develop transit demonstration programs.
Mother issue of some concern is the revelation to me, at least, that the
effective mill rate levied by the RTB is more than 50% greater than the 2
mills commonly referred to. Even members of your own RTB, as recently as
last week, were unaware of this fact. This is an issue which I believe
deserves not only the attention by the RTB, but the legislature as well.
We all believe that regional transit is an important issue which will
continue to merit a great deal of public discussion in the months ahead.
You can be assured that Plymouth will continue to be an interested, active
and hopefully, constructive participant in this process.
Yours truly,
O mes G. Willis
Ci y Manager
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DATE: September 27, 1985
TO: Dave Crain, Pat Hoyt Neils, and Frank Boyles
FROM: Dick Pouliot fp
SUBJECT: Solid Waste Recycling Meeting
The meeting of September 23, 1985 at 6:30 p.m. is summarized as follows:
1. Some form of pilot program should start on May 1, 1986. It should
involve curbside pickup of aluminum and metal cans, glass bottles and
paper as a minimum. A pilot area should be designated that is within the
capability of the budgeted funds and which the contract hauler is capable
of servicing in one day. Pickups should be twice per month and con-
tainers provided.
2. A dropoff site for recycled items should be designated and in operation
as soon as possible. Items accepted will depend on City's ability to
market or further dispose of items. Dropoff site would have operator
present for dropoff and be enclosed. Saturday mornings would probably be
the best time to have dropoff site open for business.
3. A composting site should be designated to complement Hennepin County
Composting sites. Information should be distributed to the public on how
to compost in their own back yard. Centralized composting would depend
on availability of personnel and equipment as well as market for
composted material.
4. The above programs would have to be advertised and promoted.
5. Hauler would have to be selected.
6. Public Works area is probably best location for dropoff and composting
sites.
7. Financing was discussed, City has capability/authorization to assess fee
and/or levy tax. County has grants plus 50G per household plus'$4.00/ton
of collectables available in 1986.
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8. Organization of haulers was discussed as far as processed waste is
concerned. Some questions are: Should fee of $1.00 etc., per household
be levied on hauler and rebate given to those who recycle? Should City
bill homeowners and contract for hauling? City should try to stay out of
billing if at all possible. Several questions still need to be answered
as we move forward.
9. Schools and volunteer groups should get involved as much as possible with
recycling.
10. Pilot program should last approximately one year and expand to City-wide
in 1987.
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Suite 300 Metro Square Building, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101
612-291-6359
RECYCLING IN THE METROPOLITAN AREA
PROGRAMS, CONTRACTORS AND PROBLEM
Residential recycling services in the Metropolitan Area include curbside pickup
of materials and sites for material drop-off. The service is usually provided
by volunteers or recycling contractors. Commercial recycling pickup from busi-
nesses and industry is usually done by trash haulers. Some new businesses are
being developed to handle specific areas such as office paper recycling, confi-
dential record destruction and corregated baling.
CURRENT PROGRAMS
Residential curbside pickup service and drop-off sites for recyclables have
usually been developed and sponsored by the cities, although in some cases
service is provided by private groups with no sanction from the local govern-
ment. In the Metropolitan Area there are approximately 40 drop-off sites
scattered throughout the seven counties. In early 1985, curbside service was
available in parts or all of 10 cities, including Minneapolis, St. Louis Park,
most of Ramsey County, Richfield and Shakopee. There have been interruptions,
reductions and cancellations of some of this service and further reductions may
be made in this system in the near future. There are four major recycling
contractors who provide almost all the curbside pickup not done by volunteers.
They also provide service for some of the drop-off sites. These recycling
contractors provide the collection service as well as process and market the
materials. The contractors are Recycling Unlimited, Beermann Services,
Minneapolis Education and Recycling Center, and U.S. Recyco.
Over the past nine months, more cities in the Metropolitan Area have decided to
provide recycling services to their residents, either through a pilot or city-
wide curbside program or the development of a drop-off site. Because none of
the cities want to provide the curbside pickup service with city crews, they
have issued requests for proposals for the service. These cities have received
one or two responses, usually from the existing recycling contractors.
CONTRACTOR PROBLEMS
The existing recycling contractors are beginning to have problems in their
operations that may or may not be due to their service expansion to cover more
cities and the increased demand for service. Most of these problems appear to
have a financial aspect.
- Most recycling pickup contracts with metropolitan cities have traditionally
paid contractors on a fixed rate per ton of material collected with a range
of $12 to $17. Many of the contracts now pay a monthly fee for collection
with a range from $300 to $2,500. All of these payments have been nego-
tiated by the recycling contractor with the assumption that they will also
make money on marketing the recyclable materials. As the prices for recy-
clable materials have dropped, the contract payments, whether per ton or
per month, have proved inadequate to cover costs.
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- Some of the recycling contractors have had problems over the past months
securing performance bonds and insurance coverage, and in making workmen's
compensation payments.
- Some of the recycling contractors have had problems keeping their collec-
tion equipment in adequate repair so the vehicles could be licenced for
operation.
- Some of the recycling contractors have had problems with their land use
permits or with the conditions at their "home base" or processing center.
- Some of the contractors have had problems providing the contracted level
of service, which results in missed pickups, late service or failure to
provide any service. This may be due to some of the above problems and.
their contract commitments that require them to operate at maximum levels
every day.
FUTURE
As the Metropolitan Area counties and muncipalities respond to the challenge to
provide recycling services to more of the residents of the region, the current
problems are going to hinder that expansion. The following issues need to be
explored with the contractors, cities, counties and other groups.
- If the recycling system were modified to separate collection of materials
from the processing and marketing, more providers might be interested in
providing collection service . For example, trash haulers might provide
collection service for recyclables, while other groups, especially the
existing recycling contractors, could process and market the materials.
- There may be some benefits in organizing curbside pickup service into a com-
bined contract for a number of municipalities to save administrative time
for the cities and provide a larger, more attractive contract to recycling
contractors.
- The contracts for recycling pickup might be modified to reflect more
closely the costs of providing collection service and be structured in a
way to provide collection incentives for contractors.
- The financing issues need to be explored, including how recycling programs
should be funded for startup costs as well as ongoing operating expenses.
09.18.85
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LANDFILL ABATEMENT COST RECOVERY PROGRAM
(Household Rebate for Cities and Towns)
1. INTRODUCTION
The Minnesota Legislature has authorized the Metropolitan Council in Minn.
Stat. 473.844, Sub. 5, to develop a landfill abatement cost recovery program
to provide reimbursement to cities and towns in the seven -county Metropoli-
tan Area on an annual basis for landfill abatement and resource recovery
expenses. The payments are to be made from the Landfill Abatement Fund.
The fund consists of revenue from the Metropolitan Solid Waste Landfill fee
of 25 cents per cubic yard of solid waste collected and disposed of at solid
waste disposal facilities. Individual cities and towns may receive reim-
burs eoent for expenses not to exceed 50 cents per household.
The purpose of these guidelines is to introduce potential applicants to the
Council's landfill abatement cost recovery program (household rebate to
cities and towns) and to provide applicants with information about applica-
tion requirements and procedures.
2. PROGRAM GOAL
The legislative purpose of the landfill abatement cost recovery program
(household rebate for cities and towns) is to assist cities and towns in the
seven -county Metropolitan Area with the development, operation or expansion
of landfill abatement and resource recovery programs or activities to fur-
ther the landfill abatement goals for the Metropolitan Area. The program
encourages cities and towns in the area to explore options for new program
development; to plan and implement new activities and programs; to continue
to operate programs; and to expand current activities and programs.
The payments or reimbursements under the household rebate program are to be
made by Jan. 31, 1986 and each Jan. 31 afterwards for qualifying expenses
incurred in the previous calendar year. The payments made by Jan. 31, 1986
will be for expenses incurred in calendar year 1985.
3. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
A. ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS
Statutory and home rule charter cities and towns in the seven -county
Metropolitan Area are eligible for the household rebate program.
B. ELIGIBLE PROJECTS
The Council's household rebate program is intended to encourage the devel-
opment, operation and expansion of landfill abatement and resource
recovery activities and programs. Landfill abatement means reducing the
dependence on landfills for the disposal of solid waste. Resource
recovery means the reclamation for sale, use, or reuse of materials,
substances, energy, or other products contained within or derived from
waste.
Examples of eligible projects would be curbside or dropoff residential
recycling; waste reduction including yard waste composting; office paper
recycling; tree waste processing; and solid waste public education.
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C. ELIGIBLE EXPENSES
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Eligible expenses may include but are not limited to:
- Purchase, rental or lease of equipment, land, buildings
- Capital improvements
- Local travel
- Printing and mailing
- Contracts for service with haulers, recyclers, etc.
IMPORTANT: The reimbursement to a city or town is limited to 50 cents per
household located in that city or town. It is not the number of house-
holds served by or participating in a program. lee Appendix C for house-
hold count by city.,
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Expenses incate in the calendar year and paid the next year
are still eligibl for reimbusement with proper documentation.
0. INELIGIBLE EXPENSES
The intent of the legislation is to reimburse cities for services pro-
vided with city funds.
Ineligible expenses will include but are not limited to:
- Negative interest or interest lost by the city/town because the funds
were expended instead of invested.
- Depreciation.
- Out of state travel.
- Expenses paid for with other appropriations, grant or loan funds.
- Expenses for activities with traditional recyclable materials that
night not result in landfill abatement (for example, tree limb
removal expenses vs. wood chipping expenses).
It is expected that additional types of expenses may be deemed ineligible
as a result of the review of reimbursement requests for Jan. 31 1986
payments.
4. DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for household rebate reimbursement are required to submit docu-
mentation of the landfill abatement and resource recovery expenses and a
letter certifying the expenses.
A. CERTIFICATION LETTER
Each city or town applying for the household rebate reimbursement is
required to subunit a letter from the city certifying the expenses. The
form for this letter is included in Appendix B. The letter should
include the total amount of reimbursement requested and be signed by the
appropriate authority.
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B. EXPENSE DOCUMENTATION -7--AA
Adequate documentation is required for all expenses submitted for house-
hold rebate reimbursement. pies of invoices, timesheets,
etc. are acceptable. The documentation must clearly indicate the amount
and type of expense. Documentation must indicate funds have been
expended by the city. Examples of documentation include:
- Staff time --timesheets
- Equipment purchase --paid invoice
- Recyclables pickup --paid invoice for service
- Local travel --mileage sheet
5. REIMBURSEMENT PROCEDURES
A. SUBMISSION OF REIMBURSEMENT APPLICATION 2.
The application for reimbursmenet consists of the doc entation for the
expenses and the certification letter. These mater is may be submitted
to the Metropolitan Council offices beginning Dec. , 1985, and all forms
must be submitted by 5 p.m., Jan. 15, 1986. Each city or town should
submit only one application for total expenses claimed by the city or
town. The application should be submitted to:
Household Rebate Program -Solid Waste Division
Metropolitan Council
300 Metro Square Building
St. Paul, Minn. 55101
B. REVIEW PROCESS
Upon receipt of the application for reimbursement, the Council will
notify the affected county of the application including the amount and
type of expenses claimed.
The reimbursement application materials will be reviewed by the Council
staff. The certification letter will be reviewed for appropriate author-
ization and amount of total reimbursement. The documentation of expenses
will be -reviewed for 1) appropriate amount of reimbursement requested,
2) appropriateness of expenses and 3) adequacy of documentation of
expenses.
Staff will review the landfill abatement and resource recovery activities
or program to determine whether they are -included in the applicable
county master plan. Activities or programs not included in the appli-
cable county master plan will be reviewed for approval by Council staff.
If the activities and programs and the documentation are not adequate or
appropriate, t /
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If the activities and programs an the documentation are a 1 appropriate, ��"�'
then the application will be approved for payment.
C. PAYMENT SCHEDULE
The Council will make reimbursement payments to all cities by Jan. 31,
198j.
APPENDIX A
Solid Wa►sre ManacieHavr Lmw
Minnuots Stmam
Chapter 11SA.80-115A.927
ChaQtw 473.148.473.847
(including 1984 unandnnnnt-
300 Mayo Squsm Building
7th and Robm Son
St. Psul, Min nf+soto 55101
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that is not needed for the site or buffer area. The commission or county, with
the approval of the council, may temporarily delay sale to protect the
interests of the public agencies involved. The sale must be approved by the
council, and the proceeds of the sale must be returned to the council and used
to pay principal and interest on debt issued for acquisition.
(b) The county or comaission may lease or rent any property acquired under
this section for any use which is consistent with the development limitations
until it is sold or is needed for use as a facility site or buffer area. Lease
and rental agreements must be approved by the council, and proceeds of any
lease or rental must be returned to the council and used to pay principal and
interest on debt issued for acquisition. The county or commission may insure
against loss to the property by fire, lightning, windstorm, tornado, flood, or
hail, in the amount determined by the county or commission, using any insurance
company licensed to do business in the state.
473.841 CITATION (Section 71)
Sections 72 to 77 may be cited as the °Metropolitan Landfill Abatement
Act."
473.842 DEFINITIONS (Section 72)
Subdivision 1. SCOPE. As used in sections 72 to 77, the terms defined in
this section have the meanings given them.
Subd. 2. MARKET DEVELOPMENT. 'Market development' means the location and
facilitation of economic markets for materials, substances, energy, or other
products contained within or derived from waste. o
Subd. 3. MIXED MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITY. Mixed municipal
solid waste disposal facility' means a waste facility used for the disposal of
mixed municipal solid waste.
Subd. 4. OPERATOR. 'Operator' means:
(1) the permitee of a mixed municipal solid waste disposal facility that
has an agency permit; or
(2) the person in control of a mixed municipal solid waste disposal
facility that does not have an agency permit.
Subd. 5. RESPONSE. °Response° has the meaning given it in section
1158.02, subdivision 18.
Subd. 6. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITY. "Solid waste disposal facility"
means a waste facility which is used for the disposal of solid waste.
473.843. METROPOLITAN SOLID WASTE LANDFILL FEE. (Section 73)
Subdivision 1. AMOUNT OF FEE; APPLICATION. The operator of a mixed
municipal solid waste disposal facility in the metropolitan area shall pay a
fee on solid waste accepted and disposed at the facility as*follows:
(a) A facility that weighs the waste that it accepts must pay a fee of 50
cents per cubic yard based on equivalent cubic yards of waste accepted at the
entrance of the facility.
(b) A facility that does not weigh the waste but that measures the volume
of the waste that it accepts must pay a fee of 50 cents per cubic yard of waste
accepted at the entrance of the facility.
(c) waste residue from energy and resource recovery facilities at which
solid waste is processed for the purpose of extracting, reducing, converting to
energy, or otherwise separating and preparing solid waste for reuse is exempt
from one-half of the amount of fee imposed by this subdivision. if there is at
least an 85 percent volume reduction in the solid waste processed. To qualify
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for exemption under this clause, waste residue must be brought to a disposal
facility separately. The comm ssi over of revenue, wi t!4 Vie advice and
assistance of the agency, shall prescribe procedures for determining the amount
of waste residue qualifying for exemption.
Subd. 2. DISPOSITION OF PROCEEDS. The proceeds of the fees imposed under
this section, including interest and penalties, must be deposited as follows:
(a) one-half of the proceeds must be deposited in the landfill abatement
fund established in section 74; and
(b) one-half of the proceeds must be deposited in the metropolitan landfill
contingency action fund established in section 75.
Subd. 3. PAYMENT OF FEE. On or before the 20th day of -each month eacJ4
operatar shall pay the fee due under this section for the previous month, using
a form provided by the commissioner of revenue.
Subd. 4. EXCHANGE OF IYFOWTIOy. Hotxi t4standi ng the provisions of
section 116.075, the agency may provide the commissioner of revenue with the
information necessary for the enforcement of this section. Information
disclosed in a return filed under this section is public information.
Information exchanged between the commissioner and the agency is public unless
the information Is of the type determined to be for the confidential use of the
agency under section 116.075 or is trade secret information classified under
section 13.37. Information obtained in the course of an audit by the
department of revenue is private or nonpublic data to the extent that it would
not be directly divulged in a return. .
Subd. S. PENALTIES; WMC...MW. The audit, penalty, and enforcement ._
provisions applicable to taxes imposed under chapter 290 apply to the fees
Imposed under this section. The comm ssioner of revenue shall administer the
provisions.
Subd. 6. RULES. The commissioner of revenue may adopt rules necessary to
Implement this section.
Subd. 7. ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES. Any amount expended by the c=issioner
of revenue from a general fund appropriation to enforce and administer Ws
section must be reimbursed to the general fuuud, and the amount necessary to
make toe reimbursement is appropriated from the landfill abatement fund to the
camel ssi oner of finance for transfer to the general fund.
473.844 K—jROPOLITAN LANEFILL ABATEICHT FUND. (Section 74)
Subdivision 1. MABLISHrEVT; PURPOSES. i'ne metropolitan landfill
abatement fund is created as an account in the state treasury in order to
reduce to the greatest extent feasible and prudent the need for and practice of
land disposal of mixed municipal solid waste in the metropolitan area. The
fund consists of revenue deposited in the fund under section 73, subdivision 2,
clause (a) and interest earned on investment of money in the fund. A11
repayments to loans made under this section shall be credited to the fund.
Except as otherwise provided in section 81, subdivisions 2 and 3, section 73,
subdivision 7, the money in the fund may be spent, upon appropriation by the
l egisl ature, only for the foil owl ng purposes:
(1) solid waste managementplanning assistance in the metropolitan area
under sections 115A.42 to 115A.4.6;
(2) grants and loans to any person for resource recovery projects and
related public education in the metropolitan area under subdivision 4;
(3) grants and loans to any person for market development for reusable or
recyclable waste materials as provided in subdivision 2, clause (a); and
(4) admui ni s trati on and t_achni cel assistance by the metropol i tan caunci l as
provided in subdivision 2, clause (b) .
City that when water becomes available in the City system, you will connect
your house to this water system within 90 days.
In the future when water is available, and you connect to it, there will be
additional charges. Although I cannot state what these charges will be in the
future, at the present time the charges are as follows:
Water Connection Charge $ 515.00
Water Meter Charge 74.00
By electing to make your water service connection at this time you would be
agreeing to connect to the water system within 90 days of it becoming
available, and also agreeing to pay these fees to the City at that time.
You will know when water is available by a future assessment notice. This
assessment notice will be for the water area charge. Although I do not know
the future charge, at the present time it is $645 for a residential lot of up
to one half acre. This water area assessment can be paid at that time with no
interest or spread over a five year period, plus interest.
When you apply for your permit to connect to the sanitary sewer system, you
should make it known which option you wish to choose for your water service.
If you choose the second option, you will be required to sign an agreement
similar to the one attached.
The permit fee for the connection to the sanitary sewer system alone is as
follows:
Sewer Connection Charge $ 300.00
Sewer Availability Charge 425.00
Permit Fee 15.00
State Surcharge .50
Total $ 740.50
Depending on your option for the water connection, there could also be a $15
charge for the water permit.
If you have any questions with regard to connecting to the sanitary sewer
system, water system, or the permit fees which have to be paid to the City at
the time of the connection, please do not hesitate to contact Dick Pouliot or
myself.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
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THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this day of
, 1985, by and between the City of Plymouth,
a Minnesota municipal corporation, party of the first part,
("City") and JOHN DOE and MARY DOE, husband and wife, of the
County of Hennepin, State of Minnesota, parties of the
second part ("Residents"),
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the City is currently installing public utility
services in the subdivision known as Schmidt's Gardens
Addition, which installations include the construction of
water mains which will eventually provide water service to
properties within said addition and,
WHEREAS, said water mains are being installed as "dry
pipes", trunk water main not yet having been installed in
the area to serve the main in said addition and,
WHEREAS, Residents are the owners of the following
described property in said addition, to -wit:
Lot , Block , Schmidt's Gardens Addition
and,
WHEREAS, the parties desire to provide for the orderly
transition to public water services when such water is
available to the properties in said Addition,
NOW THEREFORE, the parties hereto do agree between them
as follows:
1. City will provide a connection service at Resi-
dent's property line for a future connection to Resident's
private building water service. Said connection can be made
at any time by Residents whether water service is available
or not.
2. Residents agree that within ninety (90) days from
and after City water service becomes available to them, they
will obtain a permit for connection to the City water main
which permit will include the obtaining and installation of
a water meter and the payment to the City of Residential
Equivalent Connection (REC) charges in an amount as may then
be required by the City.
3. This Agreement shall be binding on the parties
hereto, their heirs, representatives, successors and assigns.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their
hands and the City has affixed its seal, the day and year
first above written.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
By
Mayor
By
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ty Manager
John Doe
Mary Doe
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 25, 1985
The regular Meeting of the Plymouth Planning Commission was
called to order at 7:30 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Steigerwald, Commissioners
Wire, Stulberg, Magnus, Mellen and
Pauba
!EMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Plufka
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Coordinator
Sara McConn
Assistant City Engineer Sohn Sweeney
Community Development Secretary
Grace Wineman
*CONSENT AGENDA/MINUTES
MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Wire *MINUTES - SEPTEMBER
to approve the September 11, 1985 Minutes as submitted; and 11, 1985
recommend approval for Item No. 5-A, R. Johnson Construction *R. JOHNSON CONST.
Company Site Plan and Item No. No. 5-B, C. Edward Sheehy, SITE PLAN (85087)
Site Plan and Variance of the Consent Agenda. *C. EDWARD SHEEHY
SITE PLAN AND
VARIANCE (85092)
VOTE. 6 Ayes. Commissioners Stulberg and Mellen abstained VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
from voting on the Minutes. MOTION carried.
Coordinator McConn explained a memorandum to the Commission
concerning a condition of approval to be forwarded requiring
that an existing outdoor advertising sign be removed as part
of the C. Edward Sheehy proposed development. It was noted
the petitioner has been advised and concurs with the recom-
mendation. The appropriate condition will go forward to the
City Council for their consideration of the request.
Commissioner Magnus clarified his concern as noted on page
215 of the Minutes of September 11, 1985 regarding the re-
quest by Holiday Stationstores, Inc.; and, relative to the
parking areas and striping at the facility at the intersec-
tion of West Medicine Lake Blvd. and Highway 55 (85088). He
noted that there is parking stall striping but there is no
striping in front of the store denoting that parking is
prohibited.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Graham Devel- GRAHAM DEVELOPMENT
opment Company. Coordinator McConn provided an overview of COMPANY - PRELIMINARY
the September 16 1985 staff report. PLAT AND VARIANCES
(85089)
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September 25, 1985
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mike Gair, Graham Develop-
ment Company. Mr. Gair stated he had no comments and would
answer any questions.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing.
Jim Lassell, 3015 Quaker Lane, stated he is concerned with
the preservation of the wildlife in and around the pond on
the site. He noted the number and different species of ani-
mals and birds that inhabit the area. He stated that
extending and improving the roadway will produce more traf-
fic and he suggests that the distance be widened as much as
possible (at least 25 ft.) between the roadway and the pond;
screening and shielding should be provided along the
roadway.
Mr. Gair explained the road alignment as proposed with an
earlier development plan and noted there is not alot of
flexibility in the road alignment because of the existing
roads in adjoining developments.
Mr. Lassell noted that 29th Avenue will abut the pond which
will require some fill and he doesn't understand why it
should be so close to the pond.
Coordinator McConn reviewed the 1981 approval by the City
Council for the Bossman Development Plan. She noted that
this petitioner has worked with the Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) and the City Engineers to locate 29th Avenue
further to the northwest. She stated that DNR reported
there is illegal fill in the southwest corner of the pond
which will be removed.
Jerry Coffel, 10225 31st Avenue North, stated he would like
to review the DNR report to see the details of the plan.
Coordinator McConn explained that the current application
has been forwarded to DNR for their review and read the let-
ter received from the Regional Waters Office. Appropriate
permits will be required before road construction could
begin.
Chairman Steigerwald noted that the Commission will be re-
viewing the development at the Final Plat stage and that the
comments and input from those in attendance is important.
Mr. Coffel stated he shares the concerns regarding the pres-
ervation of the wildlife and inquired if the plan preserves
the water flow so that it will drain into the pond. He
asked about requirements for buildable lots as it is diffi-
cult for him to see how some of these lots could be built on
and yet preserve the setbacks and not encroach into the pond
area.
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September 25, 1985
Mr. Gair stated that the grading and utility plans are re-
viewed by the City Engineers; that the drainage will be
altered by the roadway construction; and, the water will be
discharged to the wetland area. He stated the DNR will
study these plans before issuing a permit will assure that
proper water flow will be maintained. He stated the lots
are suitable for development as proposed and meet the Ordin-
ance requirements with the exception of the westerly lot
where a variance for lot width is requested.
Engineer Sweeney explained that the Bassett Creek Watershed
District will also review the development plans for this
project.
Carmen Vethe, 10210 31st Avenue North, stated he wants the
wetland protected. He is in sight of the pond now and it
is his opinion that fill will be required and he wants to
know if DNR is in agreement. He noted that the Notice he
received mentioned variance for lot size. Coordinator
McConn explained that the plans were modified to meet the
standards so only the variance for lot width for Lot 9 is
requested.
Audrey Preus, 2925 Quaker Lane, stated that she has talked
with Judy Boudreau, DNR, and was told that Graham Develop-
ment has applied for a Permit and was told that the devel-
oper must prove there is no alternative for the roadway
alignment.
Mr. Gair stated he has not talked with DNR for several weeks
so could not respond to Ms. Boudreau's most recent com-
ments. He stated that it is important to note that the
roadway for 29th Avenue meets City standards and the layout
provides as much leeway to the pond as possible. He stated
they could possibly pull it further to the west, but must
maintain a safe curvature for the roadway. He noted that
the removal of the illegal fill will increase the capacity
and size of the pond.
Commissioner Magnus inquired if there is any way to move the
roadway and still maintain safe curvature. Mr. Gair stated
that some slight adjustments could be made.
Coordinator McConn stated that the DNR should not issue per-
mits without the development being approved by the City, but
the developer can make application to DNR. She noted that
the development plan responds to the Thoroughfare Guide Plan
of the City's Comprehensive Plan and meets City
requirements.
Commissioner Pauba inquired about an alternative such as
allowing access to Trenton Lane and 31st Avenue North and
eliminate the connection of 31st Avenue North and 29th
Avenue.
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September 25, 1985
Mr. Gair explained the lot configurations and roadway.
Harwood Heggen, 5027 Sheridan Ave. No., stated that this is
a man-made, not a natural pond. He stated he has owned the
property since 1954 and had a garden on this site. He noted
that in most years the area was dry and had no standing
water.
Alan Stensrud, 3105 Quaker Lane, stated that he wants the
pond and wetland preserved . In response to Mr. Heggen, he
stated the pond area has not been dry since 1971. He en-
couraged placement of the roadway as far away as possible
from the pond and assure that the storm water system will
provide flow to the pond.
Chairman Steigerwald confirmed that the drainage will be
directed to the pond but explained that the pond is not part
of the City's Storm Water Drainage Plan.
Mr. Vethe stated it would be appreciated if the road could
be placed as far to the west as possible which would be a
reasonable compromise.
Mr. Coffel stated he would like any alternatives examined to
save the wetland, and that running 31st Avenue to Trenton
Lane may be appropriate.
Further discussion ensued on cul-de-sac's and roadway
alignment.
Mr. Lassell stated that the concern is the impact of the
roadway on the pond and that removing the fill is not a
concern.
Jim Held, stated he developed Timber Creek, and that the
fill that DNR has stated is illegal and should be removed
was placed by Mr. Dempsey who has been asked for the last
two years to remove it.
Chairman Steigerwald confirmed that Graham Development will
be required to remove the fill.
Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Chairman
Steigerwald to recommend approval for the Preliminary Plat
and Variance for Graham Development Company for Lake Park
Heights subject to the 10 conditions as stated in the
September 16, 1985 staff report and adding Condition No. 11
to direct that the roadway will be aligned as far westerly
as possible, per approval by the City Engineer.
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September 25, 1985
Commissioner Stulberg stated that it is the Commission's
responsibility to follow the Thoroughfare Guide Plan; and,
the developer has assured they will move the roadway as far
west as possible but will need to provide smooth traffic
flow and assure the curvature will not be hazardous.
Chairman Steigerwald confirmed with Mr. Gair that he under-
stands the direction to place the roadway further to the
west and that trees should be planted on the east to buffer
and screen the pond.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Steigerwald requested the Commission review the
Final Plat and that staff send notice informing those who
spoke this evening of that meeting date.
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Fernby Corp- FERNBY CORPORATION
oration for "Arby's Roast Beef" restaurant for Conditional FOR "ARBY'S ROAST
Use Permit and Site Plan Amendment. An overview of the BEEF RESTAURANT
September 16, 1985 staff report was provided by Coordinator CONDITIONAL USE
McConn. PERMIT AND SITE PLAN
Chairman Steigerwald introduced Mr. Doug Kennedy, represent -
AMENDMENT (85096)
ing "Arby's" who stated he would respond to any questions.
Chairman Steigerwald opened the Public Hearing.
Jerry Sisk, 14430 28th Place, stated his concern regarding
the traffic which on occasion is backed up to Fernbrook
Lane. He stated that in planning his site for the "Burger
King" restaurant he was faced with the built-in traffic
problems. He noted there will be two national restaurant
chains in the area with all the traffic going into this cul-
de-sac. He stated that truck traffic cannot maneuver,
especially during the winter months. He stated it is imper-
ative that the City take responsibility to correct the traf-
fic problems or it could cause the businesses in the area to
fail.
Chairman Steigerwald inquired about customer complaints.
Mr. Sisk stated they have had complaints which is the reason
they have installed the second drive-through to improve the
stacking. Mr. Sisk stated that perhaps the traffic could be
routed through to Glacier Lane over what is now undeveloped
property.
Chairman Steigerwald stated he agrees with these concerns
and that the problem with the cul-de-sac should be brought
out in the Commission's recommendation to City Council.
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September 25, 1985
Mr. Sisk stated that this problem should be handled by the
City and it is not fair to ask individual businesses to
solve these traffic problems.
Coordinator McConn explained the approved General Develop-
ment Plan in response to questions from the Commission.
Chairman Steigerwald added that it was not apparent when
this Plan was approved how much traffic would be generated
by the fast food restaurants. Coordinator McConn stated
that the improvements being proposed by "Arby's will improve
the traffic circulation on their site.
Doug Kennedy stated that they are increasing from 28 parking
stalls to 50 and that the drive-through and access to the
building will be on the same side. He stated they appreci-
ate the concerns regarding traffic problems in the area,
however, they don't want their proposal delayed because of
these concerns. Chairman.Steigerwald assured him this would
not be the case, but the City needs to address the traffic
problems. Commissioner Stulberg concurred and stated he
agrees with a connection to Glacier Lane. Chairman
Steigerwald encouraged Mr. Sisk to repeat his concerns to
the City Council.
Chairman Steigerwald closed the Public Hearing.
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MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner MOTION TO APPROVE
Magnus to recommend approval for Fernby Corporation for
"Arby's Roast Beef" restaurant for Conditional Use Permit
and Site Plan Amendment, subject to the conditions as stated
in the September 16, 1985 staff report.
Roll Call Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Commissioner Pauba stated this is a welcome improvement to
the area.
MOTION by Commissioner Stulberg, seconded by Chairman MOTION TO SUGGEST
Steigerwald to request to the City Council to review alter- COUNCIL REVIEW OF
native methods for improving the traffic circulation in TRAFFIC CIRCULATION
Circle Star Business Center at 28th Place as a separate item
and not as part of this application.
Commissioner Wire concurred stating that the fast food
restaurants will produce more traffic for this area.
VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
NEW BUSINESS
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
*MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Wire #R. J%MON CONST.
to recommend approval for R. Johnson Construction Company
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Planning Commission Minutes
September 25, 1985
for a Site Plan to construct an office/warehouse north of SITE PLAN (85087)
28th Avenue and southwest of Medina Road, subject to the
conditions as stated in the September 16, 1985 staff re-
port. VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
*MOTION by Commissioner Pauba, seconded by Commissioner Wire *C. EDWARD SHEEHry
to recommend approval for C. Edward Sheehy for a Site Plan SITE PLAN AND
and Variance for construction of an office/manufacturing/ VARIANCE (85092)
warehouse at the northwest corner of Highway 55 and Minnea-
polis Railroad, subject to the conditions as stated in the
September 16, 1985 staff report. VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION
carried. VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Mr. and Mrs. NIEDERNAN/GATES
Robin Niederman and Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Gates for Lot Con -
LOT solidation/Division and Variance. Reading of the September DIVISIONNAjNDDAV RIANCE
16, 1985 staff report was waived.
(85098)
MOTION by Commissioner Wire, seconded by Commissioner Mellen NOTION TO APPROVE
to recommend approval for the Lot Consolidation/Division and
Variance for Mr. and Mrs. Niederman and Mr. and Mrs. Gates,
subject to the conditions as stated in the September 16,
1985 staff report.
VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
Chairman Steigerwald introduced the request by Scoville SCOVILLE PRESS
Press for Site Plan Amendment and Variance. Reading of the SITE PLAN AMENDMENT
September 16, 1985 staff report was waived.
AND VARIANCE (85082)
MOTION by Commissioner Magnus, seconded by Commissioner NOTION TO APPROVE
Stulberg to recommend approval for Scoville Press for Site
Plan Amendment and Variance, subject to the conditions as
stated in the September 16, 1985 staff report.
VOTE. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried.
VOTE - MOTION CARRIED
OTHER BUSINESS
Coordinator McConn discussed the future meeting schedule
with the Commission and it was decided the Commission would
meet jointly with the Board of Zoning Adjustments and
Appeals at their November 6, 1985 meeting to begin at 5:45
P.M. as a dinner meeting to be followed by their regular
meeting at 7:30 P.M.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:15 P.M.
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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
September 12, 1985
Page 27
Present: Chair Threinen, Commissioners Anderson, Edwards, LaTour and Reed;
staff Blank and Pederson; representatives from Brauer and Associates;
Len Thiede from Pilgrim Lane PTO; and residents interested in the
Parkers Lake issue
Absent: Commissioners Beach and Mullan
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Threinen called the September meeting to order at 7:30 p.m. in the
Council Chambers.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Reed and seconded by Commissioner Edwards
to approve the minutes of the July meeting as presented. The motion carried
with all ayes.
3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
a. Athletic Associations. None were present at this meeting.
b. Staff. Mary Patterson and Ruth Brown submitted written reports on their
summer programs and new fall programs.
c. Others. Len Thiede from the Pilgrim Lane PTO was present to thank the
City and give a progress report on the playground equipment and construc-
tion, to which PRAC contributed $10,000 during the last two years. The
playground has been heavily used this past summer. Chair Threinen asked
Mr. Thiede to check usage during non -school hours and on weekends and
report back to PRAC at a later date. Mr. Thiede stated that the PTO
has approved another fundraiser and has formed a planning committee to
plan for 1986 improvements.
4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION
There was no report on this item.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Parkers Lake Update. For the benefit of the audience and the commissioners,
Chair Threinen reviewed the planning process so far, which has included
the mailing of questionnaires to over 3,500 residents, one public meeting
with the consultants where questionnaire results were studied and results
reviewed. Paul Fjare from Brauer 8 Associates was then introduced.
He displayed two proposed concept plans for Parkers Lake City Park and
proceeded to explain them. He indicated that Plan A and B were somewhat
similar, with both showing the following divisions of acreage: 13.7
acres will be conservation (natural), 1.8 acres will be parking, 6.6
acres will be picnic area and games meadows, 1.6 acres will be swimming
and 1.3 acres will be boat launch.
Some of the concerns voiced by the residents are as follows:
1) increased traffic along County Road 6
2) how will additional development north of County Road 6 affect lake
and water quality?
3) lake levels fluctuate constantly and this will affect beach/swimming
area
PRAC Minutes
September 12, 1985
Page 28
4) what is actual size of lake? Some residents believe it to be 67 acres;
our plan shows that it is 92 acres. This should be resolved, as size
of lake dictates size of boat launch.
5) a boat and canoe rental concession may introduce extra boat traffic.
Residents living on lake do not want a plan that fosters a change in
how water surface is currently used.
After hearing from the residents, Chair Threinen stated that the following
areas needed further research: additional studies of water quality, DNR
involvement, boat rental concession, traffic on County Road 6, and picnic
areas.
All commissioners agreed that they favor DNR support of this lake (DNR
involvement is contingent upon a public boat launch). They also agreed
that an access road along the north end of the lake for dropping off
park visitors was better than a parking lot. Two picnic sites of varying
size are favored over one site. The park and recreation department
receives many requests for picnic reservations over the summer months.
Commissioners also agreed that an amphitheater was a good idea. Mr.
Fjare indicated that he envisions this as a natural grass/bowl-shaped
site. The Commission felt that fishing docks were very important, but
should not be placed too close to the residents on the east side. There
should be at least two docks, but no more than three, and they should
be spread out. It was agreed that residents with boats should be allowed
continued use of those boats, and up to five non-residents should be
allowed to launch their boats. The Commission agreed that a boat
rental concession should not be implemented until after staff has
had a chance to study how well the boat launch works out and if the
lake regulates itself. All commissioners felt that it was very important
to have the trail system linked to this park, including the Luce Line.
Natural vegetation should be used to screen the workhouse site from this
park, and records should be kept on any workhouse disturbances that may
occur in the park.
A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER ANDERSON AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER
EDWARDS DIRECTING BRAUER 8 ASSOCIATES TO PREPARE A FINAL CONCEPT PLAN
OF PARKERS LAKE CITY PARK FOR PRESENTATION TO PRAC ON OCTOBER 3, 1985,
INCORPORATING THE IDEAS AND SUGGESTIONS MADE AT THE SEPTEMBER 12
MEETING. The motion carried with all ayes.
b. Neighborhood Park Improvements Update. Director Blank indicated that
bids are in from all sub -contractors. All play equipment has been
delivered. Old play equipment that had to be removed was donated to
a bible camp, in exchange for them removing it.
c. 1986-90 CIP, 1986-87 Budget. Director Blank indicated that two budget
work sessions have been held with the City Council to date. A new park
maintenance position has been tentatively approved. The showmobile
that Director Blank requested was removed from the 1986 budget but
remains in the 1987 budget. He indicated that the County would be the
ideal owner of a showmobile, from whom the City would then rent it.
He has suggested this to the Hennepin County Park Board of Directors.
d. Oakwood Parking Lot Update. The parking lot is basically finished, but
it has not been striped, and trees need to be planted. Parking stalls
PRAC Minutes
September 12, 1985
Page 29
will be striped in white and the play area in yellow. Four tetherball
poles have also been installed.
6. NEW BUSINESS
None.
7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION
None.
8. STAFF COMMUNICATION
The next meeting is October 3.
9. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:46 p.m.
PLYMOUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
TYPE OF REPORTED INCIDENTS BY TIME OF DAY
�-\\cl..
MONTH SEPTEMBER 1985
0001 n401 0801 1201 1601 2001 CONFIRMED FALSE ESTIMATED
0400 080n 1200 1600 2000 1 2400 1 CALLS ALARMS1 TOTAL LOSS
PRIVATE nWELLINGS
1
2
2
2 4
7
4
11
I
10,00n �
APARTMENTS
1
1
2 3
n
7
7
--
HOTELS ANn MOTELS
1
0
1
1
ALL OTHER RESIDENTIAL
I
n
0
n
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY
f
0
0
0
I --
SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES
'
2
( 1
0
3
3
- -
HEALTH CARE INSTITUTIONSi
t 2
l
1
0
5
5
--
PENAL INSTITUTIONS
i
i
0
0
0
--
STORES AND OFFICES
1
1
1
0
I 3
3 --
INDUSTRY, MFG.
0
0 ! 0
STORAGE IN STRUCTURES
0
0 0 - -
I SPECIAL STRUCTURES
I !
0
I
0 0 --
1 FIRES OUTSIDE OF STRUCTURES
( I 0
0 i 0 -- i
FIRES IN HIGHWAY VEHICLES
1 l
j 1
I 2 0 1 2 5,000
FIRES IN OTHER VEHICLES
i
! 1
i 1
1 0 1 1,500
FIRES IN BRUSH, GRASS
n
FIRES IN RUBBISH, DUMPSTERS
I 1
1
2 0 2 --
ALL OTHER FIRES
0
0
0 - -
MEDICAL AID RESPONSES
1
1 !
0
0
1 0 --
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARM
f
1
0
1
1 --
MUTUAL AID OR ASSISTANCE
0
0
0 - -
ALL OTHER RESPONSES
1
1
2
0
2 --
TOTALS
2
4
8 5
7
12
14
24
38 $16,500
*(INCLUDED IN FALSE ALARM TOTALS)
CFPTFMRFR 1QRQ
CONFIRMED CALLS 23
FALSE ALARMS 28
TOTAL CALLS 51
ESTMATED LUSS $29,385
PLYMOUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
TYPE OF REPORTED INCIDENTS BY TIME OF DAY
MONTH JANUARY - SEPTEMBER 1985
0001 0401 0801 1201 1601 2001 CONFIRMED FALSE ESTIMATED j
0400 0800 1200 1600 2000 2400 CALLS ALARMS TOTAL LOSS
PRIVATE DWELLINGS
9
4
15
14
I 23
17
57
25 82 $247,850
APARTMENTS
9
5
14
7
20
12
12
55 67 I 26,600
HOTELS AND MOTELS
42
3
1
1
2 0 13
13
ALL OTHER RESIDENTIAL
I
0 0
0
PUBLIC ASSEMBLY
I i 0 i 0
0 I --
SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES
l
2
1
2
1 1 5
I '
6 I 200
HEALTH CARE INSTITUTIONS
3
i 2
19
9
' 15
6
0 54
54 - -
PENAL INSTITUTIONS
1
1
4
6 0
6 --
STORES AND OFFICES
i
1 2
3
5
2
4
4 13
i
17 --
INDUSTRY, MFG.
2 7
I 13
9
1
I 4
9 27
36 --
STORAGE IN STRUCTURES
I
1
1
0 2
2 --
SPECIAL STRUCTURES
ii
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j
2
1 1
2 --
FIRES OUTSIDE OF STRUCTURES
�
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1
1 0
1 - -
FIRES IN HIGHWAY VEHICLES
I 4
I 6
10
4
5
27 2
29 32,575
FIRES IN OTHER VEHICLES
I 1
2
1
4 0
4 3,000
FIRES IN BRUSH, CRASS
1
16
I
11
7
32 3
35 - -
FIRES IN RUBBISH, DUMPSTERS
2
i
1
2
4
4
12 1 1
13 --
ALL OTHER FIRES
I 2
2
1
2 3
5 --
MEDICAL AID RESPONSES
I
+ 2
2 I 0
2 --
MALICIOUS FALSE ALARM
I
1
0 1 1
1 1 --
MUTUAL AID OR ASSISTANCE
6
1
7
0
7
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ALL OTHER RESPONSES
3
1
6
8
11
9
30
8
38
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TOTALS
36 1
31 1
90 1
86
1 103
74
207
213 1
420
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$310,225 I
*(INCLUDED IN FALSE ALARM TOTALS)
YEAR TO DATE 1984
CONFIRMED CALLS 209
FALSE ALARMS 193
TOTAL CALLS 402
ESTIMATED LOSS $646,385
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FINANCIAL SPECIALIST'
FIRST NATIONAL-SOO LINE CONCOURSE 507 MARQUETTE AVE. MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55402 339-8291 [AREA CODE 61'.
FILE: Financial Specialists: Ehlers and Associates, Inc.
Please distribute to governing body members
October 1, 1985
The BBI (yield on 20 -year bonds) was again at 9.15% on September 5 after dropping to 8.6%
earlier this Spring. Much of the rise, and perhaps the main reason that tax exempt rates did not
drop further, is attributed to an oversupply of tax exempt bonds before the stated December 31
date for restriction on advance refundings and on IDB's. White House and Congressional
shilly-shallying on the tax bill has brought on the very conditions the bill would prevent, high
interest rates and loss of federal tax revenues. The issues are clear and ought to be resolved --
soon.
"Plain vanilla" financings might be the most economical after all. A formula has developed
whereby a major financial institution will issue a letter of credit (LOC) to guarantee the right
of bondholders to resell thew bonds at stated (short) intervals. The interest rates during the
LOC coverage are significantly lower, but the real economics aren't as great as are often
supposed.
For one thing the annual fees for the LOC and remarketing agreement (up to 2% per year) must
be added to the periodic short term interest rate. For another, there are significant extra legal
and issuance fees (that must be capitalized and on which interest must be paid) which increases
debt service costs, although they don't show in the interest rate.
Also there is a risk that LOC's will not be renewed, at which time the bonds are apt to come
back and be reissued with all the attendant costs and when long term rates cannot be predicted.
The notion that the lowest interest rate is always the most economic financing can result in
serious economic problems.
A good independent financial advisor who can advise you on all the economic aspects is an
important element of the capital project team. We are very good independent financial
advisors.
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Government Advisory Council
Minutes of September 12, 1985 Meeting
4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
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Present: Donna Jean Carter, Dave Crain, Walt Fehst, Mike Holtz,
Jack Irving, Carroll Vomhof
The superintendent showed the video-tape of the Annual Report for
the 1984-85 school year and distributed the Annual Report brochure.
The district has a new newspaper, the Vital Link, which replaces
the Newscaster and will be published more frequently throughout the
school year.
The superintendent asked council members to be aware that the
Citizens' Advisory Council is looking for representatives from two
blocks in Crystal and one block each from Robbinsdale and Golden
Valley. Application forms are available from the superintendent's
office.
Many applications have been received for the Strategic Planning
Steering Committee and membership recommendations will be made to
the board October 7.
The superintendent shared the district's goals for 1985-86.
District organization charts for 1985-86 were distributed. The
mayor addition this past year has been that of Katrina Reed as
personnel director. Vern Ahrndt and Greg Wagoner have joined the
personnel department as personnel assistants. Lorna Williams will
be replacing Mary Lindskog for this year. Vern Ege has been
appointed assistant director of community education and facilities.
Jack Tabery is the new manager of buildings and grounds.
The board has now approved the policy manual. The policy on
Citizen Request for Information was recently adopted. Anyone
wishing to scrutinize a public document may do so by following the
procedures for access to data and by paying the costs of materials
and clerical labor involved in providing the information.
The board structure and operation has changed. There will be one
business meeting per month on the first Monday. A board workshop
will be held on the second Monday and on the third Monday the
Committee of the Whole will meet to discuss those items previously
dealt with through the committee structure last year.
Dr. Vomhof introduced discussion on properties and suggestions for
leases: 1) to develop a policy for long- and short-term leases
including a restructuring of rates; and 2) that the school board
provide guidelines for staff to write a policy for rentals and
Government Advisory Committee Minutes
September 12, 1985
Page 2
leases including a percentage above expenditures that we should
seek and whether a separate fee structure is desired for cities
renting 281 properties. Recommendations along these lines will be
made to the board at the October 7 meeting.
There was discussion of the policy of not renting buildings to
private schools. This policy may be reconsidered.
The superintendent gave an update on enrollment. While elementary
is stable, the secondary bottoming out has not been completed (10th
grade is the largest grade this year) and it is anticipated the
district will not begin to increase before the 1989-90 school year.
There are 328 fewer students enrolled this year. The new
post -secondary options law passed by the legislature in June will
impact the secondary figures.
The Government Advisory Council will meet on the second Thursday of
the month during the school year at 4 p.m. in the cabinet room. A
schedule is enclosed with these minutes.
Ameridata is considering the use of Robbinsdale High School for
start-up businesses.
A High Technology Celebration will be held at the Robbinsdale Area
Community Education Center on October 12, 6:30-9:00 p.m. It will
be a fundraiser for TLC. Assistance with equipment is sought.
Independent School District 281
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Robbinsdale Area Schools
SUPERINTENDENT'S GOVERNMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Government Advisory Council will meet on the second Thursday of
the month during the school year at 4 p.m. (7:30 a.m., January 9)
in the cabinet room as follows:
October 10, 1985
November 14, 1985
December 12, 1985
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has made several comments
concerning the EAW. It wanted more discussion of alternate routes, specifically the
use of the inplace roadway, and felt more detail concerning the proposed wetland
mitigation areas would aid in making the wetland permit decision. It expressed
concern about the possibility of stormwater inflow into Lost Lake.
Additional details concerning the wetland mitigation area will be available to the
DNR when requested during the Wetlands Permit application process. Design features
of this project will prevent significant amounts of additional stormwater from being
deposited directly into Lost Lake.
Letters that were received from the public commenting on this project had expressed
common concerns such as effects on wildlife in the wetlands area, noise, air
pollution, storm water and safety. Some writers asked why the inplace CSAH 9 could
not be upgraded instead of using a new alignment.
A roadway of the kind proposed is not feasible along the existing alignment because
a significant number of driveways existing along CSAH 9 would have to remain in
place. This causes a potential hazardous condition due to the short distance
between conflict points. The presence of the median would cause excessive delays
for vehicles entering and exiting these driveways. Right of way costs would also be
higher because of development along inplace CSAH 9.
Conclusions
1. Effect on wetlands and wildlife are minimal. Sufficient measures are planned to
mitigate damages to the wetland.
2. The predicted noise levels are essentially caused by an increase in traffic
volumes. This increase is not a direct result of this project, but rather can
be attributed to development in this and nearby areas.. Any noise mitigation
whirh ATP nractical will be incorporated into the project.
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Government Advisory Committee Minutes
September 12, 1985
Page 2
leases including a percentage above expenditures that we should
seek and whether a separate fee structure is desired for cities
renting 281 properties. Recommendations along these lines will be
made to the board at the October 7 meeting.
There was discussion of the policy of not renting buildings to
private schools. This policy may be reconsidered.
The superintendent gave an update on enrollment. While elementary
is stable, the secondary bottoming out has not been completed (10th
grade is the largest grade this year) and it is anticipated the
district will not begin to increase before the 1989-90 school year.
There are 328 fewer students enrolled this year. The new
post -secondary options law passed by the legislature in June will
impact the secondary figures.
The Government Advisory Council will meet on the second Thursday of
the month during the school year at 4 p.m. in the cabinet room. A
schedule is enclosed with these minutes.
Ameridata is considering the use of Robbinsdale High School for
start-up businesses.
A High Technology Celebration will be held at the Robbinsdale Area
Community Education Center on October 12, 6:30-9:00 p.m. It will
be a fundraiser for TLC. Assistance with equipment is sought.
Independent School District 281 Robbinsdale Area Schools
SUPERINTENDENT'S GOVERNMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Government Advisory Council will meet on the second Thursday of
the month during the school year at 4 p.m. (7:30 a.m., January 9)
in the cabinet room as follows:
Uctober 10, 1985
November 14, 1985
December- 12, 1985
January 9, 1986 - at 7:30 a.m.
February 13, 1986
March 13, 1986
April 10, 1986
May 8, 1986
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CFNrE1 DONNA JEAN CARTER, Ph.D., SUPERINTENDENT
Nt CRYSTAL 4148 WINNETKA AVENUE NORTH
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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55427
ROW NSDALE
GOLDEN VALLEY
DISTRICT 281 GOALS 1985-86
1. Assess options and services provided to meet the
needs of the primary consumer group, i.e., pre -K
- adult students and to implement changes as needed.
2. Implement strategic plan.
3. Develop strategies for
a. making financial decisions based on service
delivery priorities, and
b. communicating 281 finances.
4. Implement the assessment of activites and strategies
for staff development and the organization and use
of resources.
5. Establish improved internal and external two-
way communcation for the purpose of promoting•
unity of School District 281.
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SAMPLE BALLOT
OFFICIAL BALLOT
CITY ELECTION
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
November 5, 1985
Put an (X) opposite the name of each candidate you
wish to vote for, in the square indicated by
the arrow.
FOR MAYOR
TWO YEAR TERM
VOTE FOR ONE
VIRGIL A. SCHNEIDER
FOR COUNCILMEMBER
FOUR YEAR TERM
VOTE FOR TWO
I JAMES H. SENTMAN
JERRY SISK
MARIA VASILIOU
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 281
4148 Winnetka Avenue North
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55427
OFFICE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
DONNA .LEAN CARTER, Ph.D.
October 1, 1985
Mr. James Willis
Manager, City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Willis:
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(612) 533-2781
The staff, students, and parents of the Technology Learning Campus of School
District 281 are excited to announce to you our plans for a High Tech Cele-
bration. On October 12, 1985, from 6:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., the TLC will open
its doors to our seven communities and provide a unique evening of computer
entertainment. Many kinds of computer games, such as trivia, sports, and
bingo, will be available. In addition, we will hold robot races, serve food,
auction prizes, and provide musical entertainment. Proceeds from the evening
will be used to provide technological equipment for students at the TLC.
If you have not had an opportunity to become acquainted with this project,
you may be interested in dropping in on Wednesday, October 9, at 9 a.m.
Our students will be releasing balloons in honor of our celebration, and
WUSA Channel 11 will be there to cover this event.
Since students at the TLC come from Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal,
Golden Valley, New Hope, Plymouth, and Robbinsdale, we will be most honored
if you will join the city officials from the seven communities served by
District 281 in attending this event. You are sure to be entertained as
well as impressed with the vitality of our TLC program and its "family".
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Superintendent
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September 27, 1985
CITY OF
PLYMOUTFF
Delores Brown
2630 Oakview Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Ms. Brown:
Thank you for your September 25 letter expressing interest in the adoption
of an animal control ordinance which would apply equally to cats and dogs.
At their August 19 Plymouth Forum meeting, the City Council discussed the
possibility as a result of concerns expressed by one Plymouth resident. The
City Council has not received a substantial number of complaints in this
regard, but desires to remain sensitive to the problem. Consequently, the
City Council directed that the attached article be published in upcoming
issues of "Plymouth on Parade" newsletter. In addition, other efforts are
to be used to publicize this matter in hopes that nuisances caused by
domesticated cats can be minimized. At the same time, the Council has
directed that the staff monitor complaints received on this subject. In the
event that the public relations efforts and promotion of voluntary
compliance are unsuccessful, it may be necessary for the City Council to
consider the adoption of a cat leash law which would include licensing and
inoculation.
I have shared a copy of your letter with members of the City Council. Thank
you for sharing your thoughts with us.
Your very trul
Frank Boyles
Assistant City Manager
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
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270 Metro Square Building
St Paul, Minnesota 55101
612/292-8789
September 26, 1985
Mr. James Willis, Manager
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Mr. Willis:
As the member of the Regional Transit Board that represents your community,
want to take this opportunity to briefly update you on RTB activities.
You are probably aware that the RTB was created by the State Legislature in
1984 to perform mid-range transit planning, develop transit policy and facili-
tate the establishment of new and alternative transit services for the Twin
Cities Metropolitan Area.
Currently, the RTB is embarking on a major Transit Service Needs Assessment
that will evaluate the effectiveness of existing services in meeting transit
needs and develop alternatives to address unmet needs. The ultimate goal of
this major planning effort will be to propose specific recommendations on
service changes and improvements to the existing transit system. More informa-
tion on specifics of this project, including presentations for local government
officials, will be provided in the near future.
The RTB has several other major work programs during the upcoming months that
we hope will involve participation from your community. These include such
programs as the development of a transit implementation plan, handicapped
transportation planning, and transit systems planning. We hope you will make a
commitment on behalf of your community to be actively involved in regional
transit activities.
If I can be of assistance to you on regional transit matters or can answer any
questions, please call me at my home, 421-1213, at your convenience. I look
forward to working with you and your community.
Sincerely,
Ruth Franklin
Regional Transit Board Member
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An Equal Opportunity Employer
October 2, 1985
Ruth Franklin
Regional Transit Board Member
270 Metro Square Building
St. Paul, MN 55101
Dear Ruth:
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Thank you for your letter of September 26 updating us on the activities of
the RTB.
Plymouth, as you are keenly aware, is interested in public transit as
clearly demonstrated by our "Opt Out" status. We are proud of the
innovative approaches we have taken to attempt to meet some of the transit
needs of our residents, as well as those who work in our community.
We will shortly be developing a new contract for 1986 for our Plymouth
Metrolink program. As part of this effort, we will be working with the
staff of the RTB, as well as MnDOT, in an effort to refine and hopefully,
improve the overall effectiveness of our program from both a service level
perspective as well as from the perspective of the taxpayer.
I am confident that our City Council would be interested in having you make
a presentation at some appropriate time on the status of the RTB's transit
service needs assessment project and other matters of public transit
directly affecting our community.
Thank you for your continuing interest in working with us here in Plymouth.
Best regards,
mes G. Willis
C ty Manager
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Sara L. McConn
Community Development Coordinator
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Sara:
In response to your letter of September 20, 1985, Carlson Properties would
like to withdraw the application for the revised final plat and variance
number 84048 and 84049. Hopefully we will be able to re -submit this in the
near future. Until that time however, if you would like I will pick up the
documents that we had submitted.
Sincerely,
CARLSON PROPERTIES, INC.
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Vice President
(612) 540-5812
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DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
320 Washington Av. SouthnT
Hopkins, Minnesota 55343-8468
HENNEPIN
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TTY 935-6433
October 3, 1985
Mr. Fred Moore
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota, 55447
HENNEPIN COUNTY PROTECT 6901
COUNTY STATE AID HIGHWAY 9
STATE AID PROTECT 27-609-16
Dear Mr. Moore:
Please find one copy of the Record of Decision on the
need for an Environmental Impact Statement for the above
project.
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Chief Design Engineer
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RECORD OF DECISION
County State Aid Highway (CSAR) No. 9
from I-494 to CSAH 18
Hennepin County Project No. 6901
State Aid Project No. 27-609-16 �+
Administrative Background
The Hennepin County Department of Transportation (HC/DOT) is the responsible
government unit for this project. In keeping with the prescribed environmental
review requirements of the Environmental Review Program of the Minnesota
Environmental Quality Board, HC/DOT has prepared an Environmental Assessment
Worksheet for said project.
Finding of Facts
The proposed project is the reconstruction of County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 9 from
I-494 to Nathan Lane as a 72 Ft. wide road with concrete median, curb and gutter and
a bituminous surface. To reduce conflict points and provide better access control,
1.8 miles of CSAR 9 will be constructed on a new alignment. CSAH 9 will maintain
its present alignment for 0.3 miles from I-494 to W. Medicine Lake Road. At W.
Medicine Lake Road it will depart from the old alignment by continuing in an
east -northeasterly direction to a point midway between Larch Lane and Zachary Lane
where it will curve eastward, matching into the inplace roadway west of Nathan Lane.
The new CSAH 9 will be approximately 1,200 Ft. north of the inplace roadway at Larch
Lane and 600 Ft. north of it at Zachary Lane. This project will cross wetland 621W
east of Larch Lane and pass near the north edge of Lost Lake. Much of the right of
way required for the new alignment has been acquired by dedication as development
has occurred since the early 1970's. The inplace CSAH 9 will be turned over to the
City of Plymouth for use as a local street.
Topography, Soils and Geology
No potential effect has been identified.
Physical Effects on Waters
Approximately 1.3 acres of Wetland No. 621W will be filled. This amounts to about
6 1/2% of this wetland. Mitigative measures include an increase in the amount of
open water south of CSAH 9.
Water Quality Effects
Erosion during construction is a concern. Preventive measures include silt fences,
settling basins and timely revegetation. Impervious surface will increase, causing
additional storm water discharge. Final storm water discharge points are in keeping
with the City of Plymouth's master storm sewer plan.
Air Quality
No potential effect has been identified. Carbon monoxide levels are predicted to
remain below applicable standards through the year 2010.
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Noise
Several locations along the proposed roadway are predicted to have noise levels
exceeding the MPCA standards by the year 2010. Mitigation measures are essentially
limited to landscaping and grade adjustments.
Solid and Hazardous Wastes
No potential effect has been identified.
Fish, Wildlife and Plants
Wetland No. 621W has been identified as providing habitat for various forms of
wildlife. Additional open water areas will be added adjacent to inplace wetlands
south of CSAH 9.
Archeological and Historic Resources
A survey is scheduled by the Municipal and County Highway Archeologist. No evidence
of sites of historic, architectural, cultural or engineering significance has been
found.
Parks and Recreational Resources and Other Resources
No potential effect has been identified.
Community Services, Transportation and Energy
The proposed project is consistent with local land use plans.
Comments to the EAW
The Metropolitan Waste Control Commission commented that the proposed project would
not impact their facilities.
The Metropolitn Council found that the Environmental Assessment Worksheet was
accurate and complete for purposes of their review and that an EIS was not necessary
insofar as regional plans and policies were concerned.
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) staff felt that this project did not
have the potential for significant environmental effects from the Agency's
perspective. It did make comments in several areas including air and water quality
and noise. It felt an air quality analysis (screening level carbon monoxide
modeling) should be done. It also expressed concerns regarding construction noise
and dust. It felt that the limited use of earth berms in conjunction with
landscaping, and grade adjustments would appear feasible in controlling traffic
noise following project completion. It recommended that overland flow and sediment
holding ponds be used for stormwater.
An air quality analysis has been conducted for worst case conditions and reveals a
maximum possible carbon monoxide level of 7.3 parts per million (ppm) for any one
hour period and 4.7 ppm for any eight hour period. These are lower than the State
standards of 30 ppm and 9 ppm respectively. The Contractor will be required to
minimize the impacts of construction noise and dust by conformance to the Minnesota
Department of Transportation Standard Specifications for Construction and applicable
local ordinances.
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The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has made several comments
concerning the EAW. It wanted more discussion of alternate routes, specifically the
use of the inplace roadway, and felt more detail concerning the proposed wetland
mitigation areas would aid in making the wetland permit decision. It expressed
concern about the possibility of stormwater inflow into Lost Lake.
Additional details concerning the wetland mitigation area will be available to the
DNR when requested during the Wetlands Permit application process. Design features
of this project will prevent significant amounts of additional stormwater from being
deposited directly into Lost Lake.
Letters that were received from the public commenting on this project had expressed
common concerns such as effects on wildlife in the wetlands area, noise, air
pollution, storm water and safety. Some writers asked why the inplace CSAH 9 could
not be upgraded instead of using a new alignment.
A roadway of the kind proposed is not feasible along the existing alignment because
a significant number of driveways existing along CSAR 9 would have to remain in
place. This causes a potential hazardous condition due to the short distance
between conflict points. The presence of the median would cause excessive delays
for vehicles entering and exiting these driveways. Right of way costs would also be
higher because of development along inplace CSAH 9.
Conclusions
1. Effect on wetlands and wildlife are minimal. Sufficient measures are planned to
mitigate damages to the wetland.
2. The predicted noise levels are essentially caused by an increase in traffic
volumes. This increase is not a direct result of this project, but rather can
be attributed to development in this and nearby areas.. Any noise mitigation
measures which are practical will be incorporated into the project.
3. Other environmental effects are minimal and will be controlled by proper design
and construction procedures.
4. The upgrading of inplace CSAR 9 is not a practical alternative from either a
safety or an economic standpoint.
Recommendation
This project has been evaluated and found to have no potential for significant
environmental effects. The Hennepin County Department of Transportation declares a
Finding of No Significant Impact for this project and finds no need for the
preparation of an Environmental Impact tatement.
Arn. �GedzzWgger.,,E-- .
Associate unty Aftinistrator and County Engineer
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