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CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
November 22, 1985
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS.....
1. THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS -- City offices will be closed Thursday,
November 28 and ridgy, November 29.
2. NEXT COUNCIL MEETING -- The Council will meet on Monday, December 2
for its next regular Council meeting.
3. "COMMUNITY COFFEE BREAK" -- Tuesday, November 26. The TwinWest
Chamber "Community Coffee Break" for Plymouth will be held from 8:00
- 9:00 a.m. at the McCombs -Knutson Associates office, 12800
Industrial Park Blvd.
4. EMPLOYEE CHRISTMAS PARTY -- REMINDER - Saturday, December 14,
Holiday Inn Plymouth. Social hour - 6:00 p.m. and dinner at 7:00
p.m. Deadline for reservations is Wednesday, November 27. Please
contact Judy if you plan to attend.
5. LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OPEN HOUSE -- Attached is an invitation from
the Wayzata/Plymouth Area League of Women Voters to their Open House
scheduled for Thursday, December 5 from 7:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m. at the
Plymouth City Center. (M-5)
6. DECEMBER PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT MEETING -- Attached
is the agenda and minutes for the December Plymouth Advisory
Committee on Transit meeting. Traditionally, we have held a dinner
meeting for PACT members at their December meeting as a way of
saying "thank you" for their contributions to the Plymouth Metrolink
system. This year the December dinner meeting is scheduled for 5:30
p.m., Wednesday, December 4 at the Radisson Inn Plymouth in Room
200. Council members are invited to attend all or a portion of the
meeting to meet PACT members and get a better idea of the types of
issues with which the committee deals. Please RSVP to Judy no later
than Monday, December 2. (M-6)
7. DECEMBER CALENDAR -- The December calendar of meetings and events is
attached. M-
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUM
November 22, 1985
Page 2
FOR YOUR INFORMATION.....
1. MUNICIPAL LEGISLATIVE COMMISSION BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING -- The
MEC Board of Directors met last Wednesday. At that meeting the
Board adopted a report prepared by the Communications Subcommittee
of the Operating Committee, which report redirects and focuses the
communications efforts of the MLC. A copy of that report is
attached.
Essentially, the communications program of the MLC will be carried
out by a Communications Subcommittee which is yet to be appointed.
This committee will work with the MLC lobbyists to insure that the
objectives of the communication efforts are achieved. Larkin,
Hoffman will be charged with the responsibility of carrying out the
basic communications program of the MLC. Periodic news releases
will be issued through the Christopher Miller firm. There will be
no contractual relationship between the MLC and the Christopher
Miller firm.
The Board also discussed 1986 legislative issues and concluded that
they wish to focus on the following:
1. Local government aids - Active lobby effort.
2. Levy limits repealed - Monitor.
3. Fiscal disparities - Monitor.
4. Property tax reform - Monitor with potential lobby effort.
5. Possible cutback in state aids (revenue shortfall) - Monitor
with potential lobby effort.
The Operating Committee will be working between now and early
January to develop possible legislative positions with respect to
local government aids, property tax reform, and state aid cutbacks.
These draft policies, once prepared, will be reviewed by the Board.
The next Board of Directors meeting has been tentatively scheduled
for January 16 with a dinner meeting with our legislators to
follow. (I-1)
2. CROSSWALK AT COUNTY ROAD 61 AT COUNTY ROAD 15 -- Fred Moore has
informed me that the crosswalk on the south side of County Road 15
has now been marked. In addition, Hennepin County has placed
advance pedestrian warning signs and will install pedestrian cross-
walk signs very shortly. Fred has also met with NSP and directed
them to install a light for this intersection on an existing pole on
the southeast side. The light will be installed as soon as it can
be scheduled by NSP crews.
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATIONAL MEMORANDUN
November 22, 1985
Page 3
3. RESIDENTIAL BUILDING PERMIT - PLAN REVIEW -- As noted previously to
the ouncil, since June 4th the City has been using the services of
former building inspector Gene Soboy to assist with plan review of
new single family building permit applications. From dune 4 to
November 12, Gene has completed review of 183 plans for the City,
resulting in a turn around time of approximately four business days
for a new single family building permit. With construction
activities declining over the winter months, Gene's services will
not be required beyond the month of November. When construction
activity levels again begin to increase, we will call Gene back to
assist with plan review.
4. CITY EMPLOYEES -- I have receiving the following correspondence on
City employees:
a. Memorandum to Sara McConn, Grace Wineman, and Sherm Goldberg,
conveying the Council's compliments for their work in preparing
for and responding to questions on the Ivy Park Two
development. (I-4)
5. MAYOR'S CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Letter responding to dim Domoracki, First Edition Restaurant,
regarding the company's plan to develop a restaurant facility in
Plymouth. (I -5a)
b. Letter responding to David Latvaaho, Chair, Hennepin County Park
Reserve District, regarding the restructuring of the park
district to the Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District, and
the district's desire to address the Council. (I -5b)
c. Letter of appreciation to Wells Fargo Bank for its grant to
the City toward the purchase of a fitness court. (I -5c)
d. Correspondence with George Wilson regarding his Dunkirk Lane
storm sewer assessment. (I -5d)
e. Letter from Representative Bill Frenzel on the final passage of
amendments to the Fair Labor Standards Act. (I -5e)
f. Letters to Stanley Baratz, Welsh Companies, and David Lurie,
Marshall, Eiger, Besikoff and Lurie, concerning the Crocker
Investment Company industrial development revenue bond
proposal. (I -5f)
g. Letter responding to Lois Troemel, Chairperson, Board of
Directors, Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, on concerns
expressed in her November 14th letter for pedestrian safety at
the intersection of County Road 61 and County Road 15. (I -5g)
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November 22, 1985
Page 4
h. Letter to Mr. and Mrs. William Christensen, 320 Zinnia Lane,
concerning the City's plan for the reconstruction of their
driveway. (I -5h)
I. Letter to Gerry Zander thanking him for his letter complimenting
Tipton Corporation for the cooperation Tipton extended to
homeowners during the development of the Park Place apartments.
(I-51)
j. Letter to Larry Marofsky advising of the Council's review of his
legal representation to Mr. Lamson. (I -5j)
k. Letter to Metro Council Chair Sandra Gardebring concerning the
Metropolitan Significant Review Report for the proposed Mall of
America and Fantasyworld project. (I -5k)
6. CORRESPONDENCE:
a. Memorandum from Eric Blank on the resignation of Betty Threinen
from the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission. PRAC would
like to know the Council's plans for: 1) recognizing Betty's
contributions; and 2) filling her vacancy on the Commission.
(I -6a)
b. Letter to Dr. Roger Adams, Acting Superintendent Wayzata
School District, and Dr. Donna Carter, Superintendent
Robbinsdale School District, from Blair Tremere, advising of the
City Council's condition of approval with respect to school
district boundary adjustment for the preliminary plat of Michael
and Harvey Freund. (I -6b)
c. Letter from K. L. Luedtke, Select Metals, 14920 - 27th Avenue,
to Public Safety Director, concerning an incident between a
Plymouth police officer and one of his employees when reporting
the theft of a radar detector from a car parked in the company
parking lot. (I -6c)
d. Letter to Ken Schivone, attorney representing Mr. Fred Lucas,
owner of Beacon Heights School property, advising of planning
and zoning ordinance requirements for this property. (I -6d)
e. Memorandum from Public Safety Director to Public Safety
Employees on a drawing made by a child staying at the Home Free
Shelter recently. (I -6e)
James G. Willis
City Manager
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: November 19, 1985
TO: Members of the Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit
FROM: Frank Boyles, Assistant City Manager
SUBJECT DECEMBER MEETING
This is a REMINDER that the Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit
will meet at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, December 4, 1985 at the Radisson
Inn Plymouth in Room 200 for a dinner meeting. Dinner will be served
at 6:30 p.m. preceded by a social hour. The agenda for the meeting is
as follows:
I. Approval of November 13, 1985 minutes.
II. Follow up items from November meeting:
-- Report on any changes to Ridgehaven service levels
-- Traffic signals on Highway 55
-- Availability of punch cards
-- Signs in minicoaches
-- Repair of park and ride lot lights
-- Route notification of substitute drivers
III. Identification of new areas of concern; or recommendation.
IV. Review of marketing efforts
V. Status of HOV lanes and changes planned in service timing/
levels for winter.
VI. Adjourn - 8:15 p.m.
I have asked Ray Olson, our Project Manager from MnDOT to attend.
I've also advised City Council members of the meeting in the event any
of them wish to drop by.
Please mark this date and time on your calendar.
cc: S/F - 12/4/85
James G. Willis, City Manager
Ray Olson
MINUTES
PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT
November 13, 1985
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
PRESENT: Dave Brownell, Karen Benon, Dick Maki, Ray Lottie, Bill Poppe,
Frank Boyles
ABSENT: Dennis Jacobson, LeRoy Mikkelson, Tad Jude, Jim Johnson
I. APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 11, 1985 MINUTES
The minutes of the September 11 meeting were approved as submitted.
II. RIDERSHIP STATISTICS
The committee reviewed the commuter/reverse commuter and internal
circulator ridership statistics for the first 10 months of 1985. Over
the first 10 months, the commuter/reverse commuter ridership has
increased to an average of 304 per day, compared with a year long 1984
average of 287. The internal circulator ridership has increased from an
1984 passenger per day average of 36 to 55 for the first 10 months of
1985. The average per day for the system in 1985 is 355 versus 321 in
1984. The committee was pleased to see the improvements in ridership,
especially since the 1985 summer months proved to be strong in terms of
ridership which normally does not occur. PACT members indicated that
the improved ridership is observable on the vehicles. Frank Boyles
stated that the area with the most capacity for expansion is the reverse
commuter service.
III. FOLLOW UP ITEMS FROM SEPTEMBER MEETING
Frank Boyles stated that Jim Johnson has advised that the elimination of
the noon internal circulator route continues to result in complaints.
What often happens is, individuals who have not used the service for
awhile, assume that the noon route is still running, wait for it, and
call with a complaint after realizing that it has been eliminated.
Medicine Lake Lines is looking into the possibility of serving Ridge -
haven in the future only in the mornings, or only in the evenings. This
would provide sufficient time for shoppers to go to Target for an hour
or two, and then return home on the bus. At the same time, it would
eliminate the afternoon problems which have been experienced with the
late running internal circulator causing problems for the commuter/
reverse commuter service. Jim Johnson is investigating the possibility
of revising internal circulator service to Ridgehaven to be only 9:50,
10:50 and 11:50 a.m., with all afternoon service to Ridgehaven
eliminated. The noon route would be reinstated. Prior to making any
revisions, he will discuss this with the driver of this route.
Given the time of season, it was agreed that service levels to Ridge -
haven should increase now with the Christmas shopping season beginning.
PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT
November 13, 1985
Page 2
Frank Boyles reported that sychronization of the traffic signals on
Highway 55 has been a project underway by the Minnesota Department of
Transportation for more than a year now. Apparently, all lights on
Highway 55 are intended to be sychronized, but are controlled through
different means with various results. Frank Boyles stated that he will
continue to monitor the situation and report back to the committee.
PACT members were advised that the Fernbrook driver was questioned about
the incident involving a customer. PACT members did not believe any
other problems have occurred since the first time. Frank Boyles advised
PACT members to let him know if there were any problems and get
specifics including names, times, etc.
Frank Boyles stated that all businesses along the reverse commuter
routes have now been identified and a letter will be sent to each
encouraging them to ask their employees to use the reverse commuter
route. In addition to the letter, a route schedule and two free passes
will be sent.
MnDOT has reported that the park and ride lot could be expanded by as
many as 18 parking spaces. The proposed expansion would not include any
form of bus lane on Highway 55 or access out of the lot either via 55 or
County Road 73. MnDOT officials have indicated that improvements could
be undertaken assuming Metrolink participation if usage levels of the
park and ride lot continue within 90% of capacity. At that point, MnDOT
would apply for federal matching funds. It is likely, however, that
construction would not be completed until 1987.
IV. IDENTIFICATION OF NEW AREAS OF CONCERN; OR RECOMMENDATION
Concern was expressed about inadequate information provided to
substitute drivers, especially on new stops including Fox Forest and
Park Place. Dick Maki stated that he had seen Fox Forest missed on at
least five occasions since the last meeting because it was not included
on the line sheet. Frank Boyles will convey this to dim Johnson to
assure that a new method of advising substitute drivers is found.
Concern was expressed about the lack of availability of punch cards.
Bill Poppe stated that he would look into this since the company wants
to do everything they can to encourage the use of punch cards.
A number of PACT members indicated they were having difficulty reading
the signs in the mini coaches, especially because of the early darkness
during the winter. Normally, they recognize the driver before they are
able to identify the number of the vehicle. Bill Poppe will research
this question.
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PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT
November 13, 1985
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V.
VI.
PACT members stated that part of the problem may be the lights in the
park and ride lot which have been inoperable for some time. Frank
Boyles stated that he had already asked MnDOT to replace the lights, and
would ask them again. He also stated that if the lights are on a timer
mechanism, that it would be appropriate to adjust it for the new
darkness and daylight hours.
Committee members indicated that moving the routes up 5 minutes in the
morning has helped in getting downtown in a timely fashion. They will
continue to monitor as the snow falls.
REVIEW OF MARKETING EFFORTS
The Plymouth on Parade continues to be utilized as a primary marketing
tool. Letters are to be sent to all businesses along the reverse
commuter routes inviting employers to give their employees a free gift
pass on Plymouth Metrolink. A video tape is being prepared for
completion by the end of 1985 and airing on cable channel 7.
STATUS OF HOV LANES AND CHANGES PLANNED IN SERVICE TIMING/LEVELS FOR
WINTER
The interim high occupancy vehicle lanes on I-394 are to be opened on
November 19. Metrolink vehicles will access the lanes either at
Winnetka or County Road 18. After using the lanes for a period of time,
we will be able to better assess their impact on the speed of service.
Another report will be provided at the December meeting.
Frank Boyles asked whether members would be interested in having the
December meeting being a dinner meeting at the Radisson Inn Plymouth.
Members indicated they would be interested and would be available on
Wednesday, December 4. Frank Boyles will make the necessary
arrangements.
The meeting adjourned at 8:23 p.m.
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November 15, 1985
TO: Municipal Legislative Commission Operating Committee
FROM: Communications Subcommittee
SUBJECT: COMMUNICATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MLC DURING 1986
SUMMARY: The subcommittee has met on two occasions since our last report to
the Operating Committee. As a result of these meetings, we have sought to
identify the specific audiences to whom the organization should address its
efforts, and how those audiences might best be reached through an improved
public relations/communications program. The following recommendations are
offered for your consideration:
1. The communications policy direction proposed in the Communications
Subcommittee report of November 15, 1985 is recommended for adoption
by the Board of Directors.
2. The Operating Committee establish a Communications Subcommittee whose
primary purpose will be to carry out the communications directions of
the Board of Directors.
3. The Larkin Hoffman firm be directed to prepare and issue a weekly
Executive News Summary during the legislative session, periodic
"Action Alerts" as may be required, and monthly "Update" reports as
proposed in the Subcommittee's report of November 15, 1985.
4. The Board of Directors meet with our legislative delegation, prior to
the next legislative session, to review and discuss the MLC legis-
lative goals and objectives.
5. The Communications Subcommittee should select one or more firms, such
as Christopher Miller and Company, which will be responsible for the
preparation and dissemination of press releases on behalf of the MLC
periodically. These services are to be provided on a fee vs. a
retainer basis.
The Communications Subcommittee has met on two occasions since the October
17 Operating Committee meeting. These meetings were held on November 1 and
15. During these meetings, we sought to hone in on the specific audiences
with whom we believe the MLC wishes to communicate. The audiences have been
Identified as follows:
I. PRIMARY AUDIENCES
a. City Councils
b. Our own legislators
LUMMUN1LA11UNJ KtLUMMLN1)A1IUNS tUK MLC DURING 1986
November 15, 1985
Page 2
Il. SECONDARY AUDIENCES
a. News media
b. Other legislators
c. Other organizations representing local
governmental interests
The primary purpose of the MLC is to effectively articulate to the
legislature the concerns of its members in order that those concerns may be
appropriately addressed. The present sixteen members of the MLC represent
divergent philosophical positions, but do share a common interest in working
together to solve problems of mutual interest. It is vital, therefore, that
the organization clearly define its own goals and objectives so they are
clearly understood by all MLC members.
After the organization's goals and objectives have been articulated, they
need to be effectively communicated to the various audiences so as to insure
that the organization's objectives can be achieved.
The subcommittee has identified for each of the audiences noted below
specific communications objectives which should be addressed. If these
objectives are addressed to each audience, we believe the effectiveness of
the organization will be enhanced and its overall credibility strengthened.
I. PRIMARY AUDIENCES
A. City Councils - The City Councils, through their representatives
on the Board of Directors, provide for the policy leadership which
is required for the MLC to develop and articulate its goals and
objectives. If these councils are to continue their support of
the MLC, it is imperative that the organization effectively
communicate with those councils on a regular basis. To achieve
that objective, the subcommittee recommends the following during
the legislative session:
1) Executive News Summary - This brief newsletter would inform
member Councils of impending matters affecting the
legislative program of the MLC, e.g. upcoming hearings on
bills of specific interest, as well as the update on the
status of bills being followed by the MLC. Such a
newsletter would be narrowly focused and targeted to deal
with MLC agenda issues, and not the whole range of issues
confronting local governments. The weekly executive news
summary would be prepared and issued through the office of
the MLC lobbyists.
2) Action Alert -- These would be "flash" type mailings similar
to those used by the League of Minnesota Cities to muster
support for fast -breaking legislative actions. They would
be issued only on an as -needed basis and delivered by an
electronic mail service. Such releases would be issued
through the office of the MLC lobbyists.
COMMUNICATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MLC DURING 1986
November 15, 1985
Page 3
B. Our Own Legislators - The subcommittee recommends that the Board
of Directors of the MLC meet with our legislators prior to the
commencement of the legislative session. The purpose of this
meeting would be to review with our legislators the MLC agenda, as
well as developing an identity of the legislators as a "group".
With respect to specific communications efforts, the subcommittee
recommends that our legislators be provided with a monthly
publication similar to the present "Update". This publication
would serve to update the legislators on the status of the MLC
legislative program, as well as key issues of concern to MLC
members. Copies would be provided to the cities for distribution
to their city councils for information only. The "Update"
newsletter would be issued monthly during the session and perhaps
periodically at other times, and would be prepared and distributed
through the office of the MLC lobbyists.
II. SECONDARY AUDIENCES
A. News Media - The subcommittee recommends that prior to the
commencement of the legislative session that the news media be
invited to a series of regional and local briefings at which time
the MLC legislative program would be reviewed. These meetings
would be hosted by the respective communities with MLC lobbyists
attending. In addition, we recommend that our lobbyists meet with
the metropolitan press editorial writers and the capital press
corps, including T.V. and radio, to acquaint them with our
legislative agenda. These meetings should involve the
participation of MLC members for maximum effectiveness. We
believe such meetings should review the MLC legislative agenda as
well as develop a better understanding of the basic purpose of the
MLC. The news media are still vitally important to the MLC, as
they provide a means by which the MLC can communicate to the
public at large. We believe that it is important to periodically
communicate with the public at large, recognizing that many of our
own citizens do not avail themselves of the information in the
media. Through exposure in the media, however, it is anticipated
that the MLC will gain a greater base of familiarity with the
public at large, and hopefully, with other private sectors
organization groups which may share some of our philosophic
objectives, e.g. local chambers of commerce. We believe that news
releases should be issued at the beginning of the legislative
session to set forth our legislative agenda, during the
legislative session as may be deemed advisable, and then, at the
end of the session as a "rap up". We recommend a public relations
firm, such as Christopher Miller and Company, be used for this
purpose.
B. Other Legislators - The subcommittee believes that contact with
egis ators outside the area of MLC membership can best be
achieved through the efforts of the MLC's lobbyists. They are in
a position to meet with these legislators periodically in the
COMMUNICATIONS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR MLC DURING 1986
November 15, 1985
Page 4
course of their representation of other groups as well as the MLC
at the legislature. The subcommittee believes that our own
lobbyists can be our most effective means of reaching other legis-
lators, although MLC members and our own MLC legislators should be
expected to play a vital role in this regard. We do not believe
that any specific written communications need be shared on a
regular basis with other legislators. It is likely, however, that
during the course of seeking to achieve specific MLC legislative
objectives, that other legislators will be receiving data
generated to support specific positions of the MLC.
The Operating Committee members will note that we have recommended the
primary responsibility for essentially all of our communications efforts,
except specific preparation and dissemination of news releases, be assigned
to our lobbyists. The subcommittee recommends this because it is convinced
that the lobbyists have the knowledge, capability and operational capacity
to promptly develop and distribute the written materials outlined above.
The subcommittee believes that the agreement between Larkin, Hoffman and the
MLC should recognize our expectation that they carry out the communications
efforts noted above. The cost for these efforts would be reported
separately to the MLC for tracking purposes. The subcommittee further
recommends that the MLC Communications Committee solicit proposals from
firms such as Christopher Miller and Company, for the preparation and
dissemination of periodic news releases on a fee basis. The firm(s)
selected would thereafter develop news releases as requested by the MLC.
Members of the Communications Subcommittee are prepared to discuss this
report and recommendations with the Operating Committee, and with the Board
of Directors on Wednesday, November 20.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: November 19, 1985
TO: Sara McConn, Grace Wineman, Sherm Goldberg
FROM: James G. Willis, City Manager
SUBJECT BZ iJ
At their November 18 meeting, Councilmember Dave Crain asked that I
convey his appreciation to each of you for the excellent, thorough and
professional Job you folks did in preparing for the presentation and
responding to questions from concerned residents on the Ivy Park Two
residential planned unit development, environmental assessment
worksheet and concept plan/preliminary plat, etc. Councilmember
Schneider agreed that the staff's work on this particular petition was
very noteworthy. I wanted to be sure to convey the Council's
compliments to you. Keep up the good work!
JGW:Jm
cc: Fred Moore
Blair Tremere
Mayor & City Council
CITY OF
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November 18, 1485
Mr. Jim Domoracki, President
First Edition Restaurant & Bar Corp.
Woodhill Plaza, Suite 105
14525 Highway 7
Minnetonka, MN 55343
Dear Jim:
Thank you for your letter of October 30th introducing your-
self and First Edition. Blair Tremere, Plymouth's Director
of Planning and Community Development, corresponded with you
regarding the site plan process and would be happy to make
himself available to answer any additional questions you
might have as you evaluate whether or not one of your two
new restaurants will ultimately be located in Plymouth.
I do appreciate your corresponding with me and enclosing the
information on First Edition that I found of interest.
Thank y
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Mayor
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 5592800
FIRST EDITION
RE.S1A1 RANT' &` BAR COR110RATION
October 30, 1985
Mr. David J. Davenport, Mayor
515 Narcissus Lane
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Davenport;
Jim Domoracki
PRESIDENT
As you are Mayor of the City of Plymouth, I would like to
take the opportunity to introduce myself and First Edition, the
company I represent.
First Edition is in the process of making application to
your city for the licenses to operate a full service restaurant
and the necessary permits to build the restaurant in the Highway
55 ad 494 area. As part of our application process, we would
like to furnish as much information as suitable to enable the
city to understand who First Edition is and what type of facility
we would like to construct.
First Edition is a local restaurant company which presently
operates a free-standing, full service restaurant in Columbia
Heights. We plan to construct and operate two additional restaurants
in the Twin Cities metro area in 1986. We hope one of those new
restaurants will be located in Plymouth.
First Edition's restaurants are designed to be full service
facilities that appeal to individuals and families who enjoy very
high quality yet casual dining. Our food to beverage ratio is
stable at two to one. We believe we are a very welcome neighbor
in Columbia Heights and would strive to cultivate comfortable
relationships with future neighbors in future locations. Our
menu is very diversified and affordable to a wide variety of
customers. A copy of our menu is enclosed for your information.
Our restaurants will be serving seven days a week from 11:00 a.m.
until 11:00 p.m., 12:00 p.m. on weekends.
Woodhill Plata, Suite 105. 14525 Highway 7. Minnetonka, Minnesota 55343.612-933-6820
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We maintain very responsible management personnel on premise at
all times of operation. We understand the responsibility of
intelligent liquor service and do not allow over—consumption.
We have enjoyed a good relationship with the Columbia Heights
Police Department and have utilized their personnel to hold seminars
with our bartenders and servers regarding liquor service.
We also maintain our parking lots and premises in a very
orderly manner with twice daily inspections. Our public restrooms
are attended and maintained once per hour during open hours.
Although First Edition is a very small company, it is never the
less operated as professionally as possible.
I hope to soon be approaching the City Council personally
through the permit and license approval process and council meetings
and I will gladly supply any additional information you may request.
This letter is only to put forward some very basic information
about First Edition and to let you know we would like you to
consider us a possible new addition to the Plymouth area.
Thank you for your time and I look forward to meeting with
you soon.
Sincerely,
Jim Domoracki
JD/ps
Enclosure
CITY OF
PLYMOUTI+
November 18, 1185
Mr. David Latvaaho, Chair
Hennepin County Park Reserve District
3800 County Road 24
Maple Plain, MN 55359
Dear David:
Thank you for your recent letter to me. I think it is
quite exciting that effective August 1st you will become
the "Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District".
Obviously I am delighted, too, that on November 9th you
moved into the new District Headquarters on County Road
9. I am sending a copy of this letter to Jim Willis
and Mayor Elect Schneider indicating your desire to
address the Council. If it can't be set up yet this year,
I am sure Mayor Elect Schneider will work with you to set
something up for early in 1986.
Thank you again for your note. I have also sent along
the roster of new District Commissioners to the City
Council s o�they v their names and telephone
numbers. � �
SinAr
David J. Day�enport
Mayor I
DJD: cap
i4c: Mr. JIm Willis
P.S. David, thank you for your complimentary remarks
about me personally following my announcement not
to seek re-election.
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
PARK RESERVES
BAKER
CARVER
CROW-HASSAN
ELM CREEK
HYLAND LAKE
LAKE REBECCA
MURPHY-HANREHAN
REGIONAL PARKS
BRYANTLAKE
CLEARY LAKE
CLIFTON E FRENCH
COON RAPIDS DAM
EAGLE LAKE
FISH LAKE
JAMES W. WILKIE
LAKE SARAH
SPRING LAKE
SPECIAL USE AREAS
ARTHUR E ALLEN WILDLIFE
SANCTUARY
BAKER PARK GOLF COURSE
CLEARY LAKE GOLF COURSE
HYLAND HILLS SKI AREA
NOERENBERG MEMORIAL PARK
WAWATASSO ISLAND
WILD GOCSE CHASE ISLAND
TRAIL CORRIDORS
NORTH HENNEPIN TRAIL
BOARD OF
COMMISSIONERS
DAVID LATVAAHO
CHAIR
GOLDEN VALLEY
SCOTT L NEIMAN
VICE CHAIR
MINNEAPOLIS
JUDITH S. ANDERSON
BLOOMINGTON
SHIRLEY A_ SONINE
MAPLE PLAIN
VALLMM H. BOYNTON
ST. LOUIS PARK
W11 t IAM L HOLBROOK
MINNEAPOLIS
NAOMI LOPER
MINNEAPOLIS
VERNJ.NARTENBURG
SUPERINTENDENT &
SECRETARY TO THE BOARD
�Y~
Hennepin County Park Reserve District
3800 County Road 24 • Maple Plain, Minnesota 55359 • Telephone 612-473-4693
October 15, 1985
Mayor Dave Davenport
515 Narcissus Lane
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Davenport:
Attached please find your complimentary annual parking pass to Park
District parks. We hope you'll use the parks often. We're proud
of the facilities and services the park district provides.
As we've previously communicated to you, we now have a new
structure of governance for the park district. Effective August
1st we became the Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District and
Minneapolis was exempted out of the parK district. KiTnce then,
three new members have been appointed to the Board - Neil Weber
from Mound was appointed by the Park District Board and Nicholas
Eoloff from Robbinsdale and George B. Hickey from Golden Valley
were appointed by the County Board. (A roster of Commissioners,
their addresses and phone numbers, is attached. Please call any of
us if you have any thoughts or questions about the park district.)
Also, on November 9th, we will be moving to the new District
Headquarters at French Regional Park. The new address will be
12615 County Road 9, Plymouth, MN 55441, (612) 559-9000.
Enclosed you'll find information about the park district and its
facilities and programs, plus a copy of a brochure about the
Clifton E. French Endowment Fund. The Park District Board
established the fund at the time of Clif French's retirement.
Finally, we've also enclosed a copy of the proposed redistricting
for park commissioner districts. Redistricting is necessary
because of the change from four elected park commissioners to
five. We're holding a public hearing on the proposed plan on
November 7th at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Plymouth
City Hall. We invite your comments. The proposed plan doesn't
split any municipality - thus making it easy for the citizens to
know who their park commissioner is.
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We'd like to schedule an appearance before your Council for later
this fall to discuss the things highlighted here, plus other new
initiatives of the park district.
As an annual permit holder, you'll receive additional information
from us periodically. We hope you will find the material useful
both to you as an elected official and to your citizens.
Enclosures
Sincerely,
�� 6�
David Latvaaho, Chair
SUBURBAN HENNEPIN REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT
12615 County Road 9
Plymouth, Minnesota 55441
PARK RESERVE DISTRICT COMMISSIONERS
LATVAAHO, David - Chair * 0. 540-3386
125 Kentucky Avenue North R. 545-0343
Golden Valley, MN 55427
0. General -Mills, Suite 605, Alexander b Alexander Bldg.
4000 Olson Memorial Highway
BONINE, Shirley A. - Vice Chair * R. 479-2091
4849 >serkinsville Road
Maple Plain, MN 55359
ANDERSON, Judith S. * 0. 941-5146
9125 � e t Bush Lake Road R. 941-7047
Bloomington, MN 55438
BOYNTON, William H. * 0. 341-3340
8308 West 30 1/2 Street, #112 R. 938-0817
St. Louis Park, MN 55426
0. Taylor Investment
511 - 11th Ave. So., Suite 425
EOLOFF, Nicholas (Cty Board Appt. to 1/1/89) 0. 894-7684
TUN- 37th Avenue North, #202 R. 588-4775
Robbinsdale, MN 55422
HICKEY, George B. (Cty. Board Appt. to 1-1-87) 0.
'9=3rd Ave. North R. 544-9466
Golden Valley, MN 55427
WEBER, Neil (District Board appt. to 1/1/87) * 0. 936-9818
5111 Windsor Road R. 472-2062
Mound, MN 55364
0. 1511 Excelsior Avenue East
Hopkins, MN 55343
HARTENBURG, Vern J. 0. 473-4693
Superintendent and Secretary to the Board Eff. 11/9/85 0. 559-9000
Hennepin County Park Reserve District R. 473-1533
3800 County Road 24
Maple Plain, MN 55359
* Election will take place in November, 1986, for Commissioners from the
five suburban Hennepin County districts, following redistricting by the
District's Board, three for four-year terms and two for two-year terms.
02635 - 10/1/85
CITY OF
November 18, 1985 PLYMOUTR
David Bailey
50 Francisco Street
Suite 265
San Francisco, CA 94133
Dear Mr. Bailey:
On behalf of the citizens of the City of Plymouth, Minnesota, I would like
to thank the Wells Fargo Bank for the grant they have supplied toward the
purchase of a fitness court for the City of Plymouth. We are very pleased
and excited to receive this grant, so that we may proceed with the addition
of a very fine activity to our park system. I'm sure that many residents
throughout the city will enjoy this facility for many years to come. Please
extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who have contributed and made this
grant available to us.
Since el ,
Dav'd J. Dave port
Mav r
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800
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CITY C)�
PLYMOUTR
November 18, 1985
Mr. George F. Wilson
17140 14th Avenue North
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear George:
In your most recent letter to me dated November 6th you
say "I might suggest that before you take the time to send
someone a reply, that you first take *,he time to read their
letter!"
George, I did read your letter. In fact, when I wrote you
I indicated that I had only misplaced it and I was trying
to recall from memory the jist of your complaint. You will
be pleased to know I have now located your letter to me of
October 26th and considering that my previous letter to you
was merely from memory, it was really quite accurate. I
was wrong on the $700 amount of your assessment, rather it
is $90.
Because in your letter you doubt that the system is in working
order, I have referred your correspondence to Fred Moore, our
City Engineer, for further comment. Specifically, I would
like him to determine whether or not the two holding ponds
to the east of your home do indeed connect to the storm sewer
system.
So, George, I
read my repl
hearing fr
follow -u
S
now have read your letter again.
and this is my response to both:
r�X� ore.And po§jKbly myself in
David J. DaJ/enport
Mayor
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3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800
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17140 14th Ave N
Plymouth, MN 55447
November 6, 1985
Mayor David Davenport
City of Plymouth
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mr. Mayor;
Thank you for your reply to my recent letter, your
reply dated November 4th.
I might suggest that before you take the time to send
someone a reply, that first you take the time to read there letter!
Had yoe taken the time to first have read my letter of
October 26th, you would have understood that I have no problem with the
amount of the accessment (which is not $700 as you state in your letter)!
I will ask please that you read the letter again, an then
read your reply and if you don't understand maybe call me 475-1056.
Sincerely yours,
George F. Wilson
October 26, 1985
Dear Mayor Davenport:
From your remarks at the public hearing on the Dunkirk. Lane
assessments I understood that the city would be looking into
the storm, sewer system in my area, and making correctives if
they are needed. To date I have had no reply from the city
engineer.
I do not object to the amount of the assessment. But I e4pect
the system to in working order. I don't think it is or has been
for some time. To be truthful I doubt that the two holding
ponds to the east of my home do indeed connect to the storm
sewer system. I therefor think the city engineer wrong in
advising council to assess the home owners in this area becouse
our runoff water never gets to Dunkirk: much less Gleason Lake.
But if the system does indeed wort:: then the assessment is
proper. but right now the two ponds are at a level higher than
they nave been in the ter, years I have lived here.
I have a problem with the city engineer and his feelings that
the sewer system does not have to work inorder to assess
someone. Nor do I think it proper for the city manager to tell
me the city does not have to be fair either.
I know you are going to tell me 1 could have gone to court. 1
knoK that. But there is no way I can justify spending over $500
to argue a $?0 assessme7t.
I have never objected t= paying my fair share. Never! But I
expect to be treated fair. Maybe I am wrong, but I think.: as a
ta>payer I have the right to question, and get an answer to
that question.
In closing let me say that I am sorry you made the decision tc
step down, as mayor. But 1 car; see the demands that must put on
you. We may not have agreed on everything, but I still respect
and trust you, your a g=od man, and a good mayor. Thank you for
your service to the people of Plymouth.
Sincerely yours,_
George F. Wilson
17140 14th Ave N
Plymouth
BILL FRENZEL
Tmpto DIsTRIcT, MWOOKSOTA
WASNINaTON OFFICE:
1026 LoNawoRTN ButLoima
202-223-2871
Congreg;s; of the 01niteb *tate
Alouot of Reprezentatifeo
Wastington, 3B.C. 20515
November 14, 1985
The Honorable David J. Davenport
Mayor
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Dave:
MINNESOTA OFFICE;
MAYOETN CHRISTENSEN
ROOM 345
8120 PENN AVENUE Sour"
BLOOMINGTON, MINNESOTA 55431
612-881-4600
The House of Representatives passed the Conference Report on S. 1570
(H. R. 3530), the "Fair Labor Standards Amendments of 1985", on Thurs-
day, November 7 by voice vote. This bill is scheduled to be signed into
law next week.
The final form of this legislation is the same as the Housepassed H.R.
3530 except for minor Conference revisions which are outlined in the en-
closed summary.
My first choice would have been total repeal of the Garcia court decision.
However, in light of the severity of the impact caused by reinstating the
1974 FLSA Amendments, this legislation will at least eliminate some of the
problems and lighten the burden.
Best regards,
Bill Frenzel
Member of Congress
BF: Ie
enclosure
CONFERENCE ACTION --MAJOR CHANGES FROM HOUSE -PASSED BILL
Compensatory Time upon Termination
Conferees agree to establish a minimum payment rate for unused compen-
satory time upon termination at the higher of:- (1) -the average
regular rate received by the emp ogee ur ng t e previous three years
or (2) the final regular rate. received. The House bill set the
minimum at the average regular rate ►received by the employee during
the previous three years.
Scope of Substitution Work
The conference agreement exempts from the overtime requirements
hours worked by any public employee who voluntarily agrees to sub-
stitute for another employee. The House -bill applied this exemption
only to public-safet employees (e.g.-,':fire-protection and law-
enforcement personnel.
Compensatory Time Limit
Like the House bill, the conference. agreement provides that, if the
work of an employee -includes public -safety, emergency -response, or
seasonal work, the employee may accrue no more than 480 hours of
compensatory time. For all other employees, the agreement sets the
limit at 240 hours (the House bill set the limit for all other employ-
ees at only 180 hours) .
Protection Against Discrimination
Conferees adopt the House- provision prohibiting discrimination with
respect to wages, or other employment terms or conditions, based on an
employee's asserted coverage under the Fair Labor Standards Act after
the Garcia ruling. However, conferees clarify that the provision:
* applies only when an employer "singles out" one or more em-
ployees for adverse treatment in retaliation for asserted
coverage under the act's.overtime requirements, and
* requires alleged discrimination victims to show they asserted
coverage and actual discrimination resulted in retaliation.
Conferees further stipulate that the provision does not prohibit state
or local government employers from adjusting rates of pay "at some
later point".in response to fiscal concerns not directly attributable
to the impact of extending act coverage to their employees._
Liability of Territories and Possessions
Conferees clarify that delayed- implementation of rlterritories
ic- employer.
liability under the Fair Labor Standards Act extends t US.
and possessions.
• • • - •• _ •tom
November 19, 1985
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PLYMOUTR
Mr. Stanley Baratz
Welsh Companies
11200 West 78th Street
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Dear Stan:
Enclosed is a copy of my letter to David Lurie explaining
the reasons for voting against Crocker Investment Company's
proposal for IDBs.
Stan, I have also visited with Jim Willis, our City Manager,
to determine if there was a basis for refunding the $1,000
application fee that Crocker paid. If you recall when you
called me on November 7th, I indicated that I would look
into the matter and if I believed that the City inadvertently
misled you into believing that there would not be a problem
qualifying for IDBs, then I would recommend that the Council
authorize a refund.
I have now confirmed that Crocker's representatives did
receive a copy of the bond policy before the application
was submitted. The policy addresses both "speculative" and
"professional, service and retail uses" in the negative.
The application itself indicates the fee is "non-refundable".
Also, at the Council meeting setting the public hearing on
Crocker's request I expressed concern publicly that the
proposal was not responsive to the policy. Finally, Crocker
was a sophisticated applicant. Should it not have immediately
seen that its request was not consistent with the published
policy?
Stan, if there is any
brought to my(tent"
your reques , plea
I do not f el tha .-a
Sinc�,rel ;
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David J. Davenport
Mayor
o }ger information that you have not
n that might cause me to reconsider
let me know. Under the current facts
refund is appropriate.
14nn PI YmntITH BOL1l FVARn PI YMC)l1TH MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800
November 19, 1985
CITY C�
PLYMOUTR
Mr. David Lurie
Marshall, Eiger, Besikoff do Lurie
621 North Lilac Drive
Minneapolis, MN 55422
Dear David:
I know that you and your other partners were keenly disappointed that the
Plymouth City Council did not approve the firm's recent request for
$5,000,000 in industrial development bonds. A number of people contacted me
subsequent to the Council's action believing (based upon the comments that I
made publicly) that I did not fully understand the proposal. Others have
questioned why the City's policy does not permit IDBS for professional,
service or retail businesses.
In response to the first concern that was expressed, please know that I did
understand the nature of your request so ignorance was not my reason for
opposing it.
Apparently I was not as clear or precise as I might have been in communicat-
ing to you and the others present at the Council meeting the rationale
behind certain provisions of the City policy in respect to IDBS. Also, at
least one person suggested that I was rude in the manner in which I
conducted myself publicly. I certainly did not intend to be discourteous
and to the extent that my demeanor suggested otherwise, I apologize to you
and the other people who were present. In retrospect, my most animated
reaction was in response to a comment from you or one of your represen-
tatives that the project would not be built in Plymouth if IDB financing was
not extended. I appreciate that financing can make a difference between the
success or failure of a project, but most applicants who seek IDB approval
from the City have made the commitment to locate in Plymouth regardless of
whether or not they are successful in obtaining IDB authority from the
City. Apparently the economics of your purchase price made it an "all or
nothing" decision, but nevertheless, the comment influenced me more
negatively than positively. I want to emphasize again to you and your
partners, however, that I hope that you still will locate your offices in
our community. If I projected other than a "welcome" attitude at the public
hearing, I did not intend to. The Council fust does not feel that your
proposal qualifies for a form of public subsidy.
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (6121 559-2800
November 19, 1985
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David, there are two aspects of the City bond policy that I personally feel
very strongly about.
First, I have not desired the City to use its IDBs to encourage the
construction of speculative projects. Although your building would be your
headquarters facility, it would not be fully occupied by the firm until
after 1991, based on your current projections. Also, the applicant was not
the firm but a partnership consisting of partners in the firm and principals
in the Welsh Companies. Speculative? Well, much of the building would be
leased to third party tenants until your firm was large enough to occupy it
fully. From your perspective this may not seem "speculative" since many of
these tenants would be signed up in advance of construction and occupy the
building upon completion, but we have not given IDBs for office buildings
unless it has been for the exclusive use of the applicant. The Miles Homes
facility on County Road 18 is a good example. Also, Prudential Insurance
Company, the developer of the Northwest Business Campus, has made a very
substantial commitment to the City of Plymouth, as has also the Carlson
Companies with Carlson Center and the Minneapolis Industrial Park.
Prudential has never asked for IDB financing for their office buildings,
even though a number of different companies will be locating corporate head-
quarters in their office facilities at the Northwest Campus. Prudential has
made in excess of a $150,000,000 commitment to Plymouth, and Carlson's has
also been large. They and many other office building developers in Plymouth
are competing in a very competitive rental market for tenants. If we would
have authorized IDBs for your project given the fact that probably 50% or
more (initially, at least) of the space would be occupied by tenants other
than your firm, it would have placed these other developers at a further
competitive disadvantage even though these developers built in our community
without the benefits of IDBs.
Secondly, I feel strongly that professional, service and retail businesses
are not appropriate applicants for IDBs. I realize that this is contrary to
the attitudes of a number of other communities, some of which Plymouth
actively competes with to attract development. The only retail use of IDBs
in Plymouth that I recall related to a discount food store. That
application was approved, but by a divided Council. In fact, in response to
that situation, the Council reconsidered the policy and the current version
Is the result of that reconsideration. As you know, I will be leaving
office the first Monday in January. Whether or not the new Mayor and the
two recently elected Council members will be inclined to look more favorably
upon your type of proposal, I will not presume to say.
Plymouth's philosophy has always been very conservative when it comes to
IDBs. For example, we have not authorized IDBs for any type of housing
projects in the City. It is my feeling that many communities have abused
the original intentions of Congress when it promulgated IDBs as an incen-
tive. It was largely due to this abuse that Congress recently limited the
amount of IDBs available to state and local governments. Congressional
Intent has always been to limit the use of IDBs to commercial and industrial
uses, i.e. manufacturing, etc. The abuses that have taken place nationally
are well documented. Some communities have extended IDB financing to fast
food restaurants, movie theaters, doctors' offices, etc.
November 19,_198'5
-Page 3-
I certainly respect your right to disagree with my attitude about IDBs. I
realize, too, that at times our policy has put our community at a
competitive disadvantage. Nevertheless, the policy as it is currently
written and applied by the City Council is one that I and the current
Council endorse. It is for this reason that your application was denied.
So in summary, let me again say that the City would be pleased to welcome
your project. We hope that you can find a way to finance it through
conventional f3na ng means
S1 er 'y,
v
David J. Daven ort
Mayor
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CITY OF
PLYMOUTFF
November 21, 1985
Ms. Lois Troemel, Chairperson
Board of Directors
Christ Memorial Lutheran Church
13501 County Road 15
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Lois:
Thank you for your letter of November 14th. The City has
received a previous request for a traffic signal at the
intersection of County Road 61 and County Road 15.
Unfortunately, the level of traffic presently is not of
sufficient volume to cause Hennepin County who has juris-
diction over the intersection, to install a light. The
City will be monitoring this volume from time to time
and will likely submit a request to Hennepin County in
the future when the City believes the volumes have become
high enough to satisfy the County's criteria.
The speed limit for County Road 61 will be set by the State
of Minnesota who has jurisdiction over the speed limit, but
please be assured that the City Council does have a concern
that the limit not be posted too high. The Council has not
specifically discussed a 30 or 35 mile an hour limit, and
by copy of this letter I am requesting the City's Director
of Public Works, Fred Moore, to make a recommendation to
the Council for its consideration. That recommendation
most likely then would be forwarded to the Minnesota Depart-
ment of Transportation for their consideration.
Lois, the City will be installing a street light at the
County Road 15 and 61 intersection to make it safer. I
believe that you are probably aware that through the efforts
of Doug O'Brien, Marion Bohnsack, a school safety patrol from
Sunset Hills Elementary School, is undergoing training and
instruction from Officer Bob Nesbitt of the City's Public
Safety Department. Also, the City will be installing a cross-
walk across County Road 61 and the City Council has directed
the staff to accomplish it this fall before the onset of
winter.
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD. PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800
Ms. Lois Troemel
,..-�Christ Memorial Lutheran Church
November 21, 1985
-Page 2-
I will be leaving office the first Monday in January, but
Mayor Elect Schneider and the entire City Council share
your ongoing concerns about the safety of County Road 15
and 61 in the vicinity of Xenium Lane, and they would
continue to welcome the opportunity to dialogue with you
and your neighbors on these concerns if they continue into
1986. /7
Mayor
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OnChrist memorial Lutheran Church
BERNARD W. JOHNSON, PASTOR • 13501 CO. RD. 15/PLYMOUTH, MINN. 55441 PHONE -S-544-3632 545-4072
November 14, 1985
David Davenport, Mayor
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Dave,
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Christ Memorial I wish to express our con-
cern for the safety of people, especially children, crossing County Road 61 at
the intersection of County Road 15 (the location of our church).
Quite a number of children who attend our Sunday School and Church and our Wed-
nesday evening midweek school must cross County Road 61 to reach the church.
We believe that a traffic signal would be the ideal solution for this poten-
tially dangerous intersection. This would allow children on their way to church,
school and the playground to safely cross a busy county road. It also would
make it easier for cars leaving the church parking lot to safely get onto County
Road 61.
We understand that at this point the number of cars on County Road 61 may not
meet the number required for a traffic signal. If this is the case we urge that
at least a crosswalk and a sign with a flashing light be installed.
Since no speed limit has been posted on the new segment of County Road 61 we re-
quest that a 30 or 35 mile an hour limit be posted to make the road safer for
pedestrians crossing and for vehicles entering the road from the parking lot
and the adjacent neighborhood.
We also believe that a street light at the County Road 15 and 61 intersection
would make this a safer intersection. We are concerned for the safety of the
children who cross County Road 61 to come to church on Wednesday evenings, es-
pecially during the months of early darkness.
Thank you for your consideration of our concerns.
Sincerely,
Lois Troemel, Chairperson
Board of Directors
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CITY C�
PLYMOUTR
November 21, 1985
Mr. and Mrs. William Christensen
320 North Zinnia Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Dear Mr. a ensen:
I believe by now you have been informed by Fred Moore or
someone from the Strgar-Roscoe consulting firm that the
City will be reconstructing your driveway to the orange
paint mark to provide the flatest grade possible.
I understand that Bev requested that we go another two
feet to a crack line in the driveway and perhaps we can
do this as well because apparently it would provide for
a natural joi t in the driveway and in addition, provide
you some ntihuit-y of appearance aesthetically.
Si
Davjfd
Mavor
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3400 PLYAAOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447. TELEPHONE (612) 559.2800
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: November 14, 1985
TO: Fred Moore, Director of Public Works
FROM: Dan CampbelAZI
l,' Senior Engineering Technician
SUBJECT Bill Christiansen Driveway in Project 426
Carlson Center 3rd Addition
After we reviewed the Profile from Strgar-Roscoe for the Bill Christiansen pro-
perty we agreed that it would be best to reconstruct their driveway to a paint
mark and that this would provide the flattest grade possible for the driveway.
I then called Tim Phenow from Strgar-Roscoe-Fausch and notified him that we
should remove the driveway back to the paint mark. I then called and talked to
Bev Christiansen and told her that we would be reconstructing her driveway back
to the paint mark and that this would provide basically the same grade that they
had before. She seemed to be happy with this, but requested that we go another
two feet to a crack line in the driveway. I told her that I didn't see any pro-
blem in doing this, that this would provide for a natural joint in the driveway
and also, provide continuity in appearance.
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CITY OF
November 21, 1985
Gerry Zander
3310 North Lanewood Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Dear Gerry:
Thank you for your recent letter complimenting Tipton
Corporation for the cooperation Tipton extended to the
homeowners during the development of Park Place apartments.
Tipton continues to receive very high remarks from you
and others who are impacted by their development, and
obviously it makes my and the City Council's job a lot
easier when a company like Tipton demonstrates sensitivity
and cooperation in working with a neighborhood to mitigate
the impact of any development that is taking place.
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November 21, 1985
Mr. Lawrence P. Marofsky
Boulevard Plaza Office Suites
7022 Brooklyn Boulevard
Minneapolis, MN 55429
Dear Larry:
Thank you for your letter of November 15th. I have reviewed
it with the Council and wanted to advise you that the Council
does not desire to replace you as Chairperson of the Board
of Zoning Adjustments and Appeals unless Mr. Lamson insists
that you continue to represent him in the litigation he has
apparently brought against the City. If you must continue
his representation, then as reluctant as we are to have you
do so, please submit your resignation.
In your letter you indicate that a strict interpretation of
our policy might lead to the conclusion that you are not
technically in violation of it because you are not repre-
senting Mr. Lamson "before the City Council, Board or Commission".
Even though the "letter" of the policy may not so provide,
it was clearly the Council's intention that the policy
include litigation that might be brought against the City by
an attorney who is a member of the City Council or an advisory
board or commission. To avoid any future question, however,
the Council has directed the staff to amend the policy to
more clearly so provide.
Larry, as an attorney myself, I appreciate the dilemma you
find yourself in - on the one hand you feel duty, even
ethically bound to continue representation of Mr. Lamson if
he so insists, even though such representation would result
in your having to resign from a board position that you have
enjoyed and so capably filled.
Please know again that the Council hopes that you are able
to make other arrangements with Mr. Lamson so that you can
continue your chair of the Board of Zoning Adjustments and
Appeals.
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Mr. Lawrence P. Marofsky
November 21, 1985
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Please let me hear from you after you have had a chance to
discuss the, sitogt on with Mr. Lamson.
S jfice)le Ly",
Da*id J. Davenport
Mayor
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LAWRENCE P. MAROFSKY
BOULEVARD PLAZA OFFICE SUITES
7022 BROOKLYN BOULEVARD
MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA 55429
612.566-4570
November 15, 1985
The Honorable David J. Davenport, Mayor
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Re: Your letter of November 7, 1985
Dear Dave:
I appreciate your letter of November 7, 1985. I would like to
take this opportunity to explain to you the circumstances
surrounding my representation of Mr. Lamson through the Planning
Commission and the City Council. This letter is not intended as
an excuse or a justification for my actions.
I do recall at the time, that I had seen and was aware of the
code of ethics and I believe I did sign and acknowledge receipt
of same. At the time Mr. Lamson requested my help, I contacted
another person whose integrity and judgment I respect and who is
familiar with the City of Plymouth. I discussed this with that
person and without looking at the standards of conduct (which
would have obviously specifically set forth the situation) this
other person and I determined that it was not a violation to
represent Mr. Lamson at a commission on which I was not a
member.
If you will recall, Mr. Lamson's matter first arose in, I
believe, 1983 with his first petition to the Planning Commission
at which I represented him and then to the City Council wherein
he requested a division of the east three acres of his property.
At no time during that representation, nor the subsequent repre-
sentation was the question of the standards of conduct raised.
Again, this does not obviously mean that they were waived or
otherwise disregarded, but merely that my judgment appears to
have been inappropriate and it was not raised by any other party.
I would point out at this point in time that I am not repre-
senting Mr. Lamson in any matter currently before the City
Council, Board or Commission, but I am representing Mr. Lamson in
an action against the City to overturn the City's decision. The
standard of conduct number three to which you allude deals only
with matters arising directly with the City Council or Commission.
Mr. Lamson is currently out of town but is expected back next
week. Because I accepted the representation of Mr. Lamson at
that time, I must give him the alternative of allowing to replace
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me or to request to retain me. If Mr. Lamson requests to retain
me, I will advise you and the Council appropriately. If Mr.
Lamson does get substitute counsel, I will also advise you.
On the other hand, I note that the Council has the right to
discipline for violation of this policy and would ask that the
Council review my conduct so far and if it is the decision of
the Council to replace me for violation of the standards of con-
duct, I can certainly understand that and I would resign.
I am sure,as we are all aware, no actual conflict of interest has
occurred, but there is obviously an apparent impropriety which has
occurred. I deeply regret that I have caused you or the other
members of the Council any consternation and I hope that this
does not reflect negatively to the wonderful work that you and
the Council have done.
Yours truly,
Lawrence P. Marofsky
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November 21, 1985
Ms. Sandra Gardebring, Chair
Metropolitan Council
300 Metro Square Building
Seventh and Robert Streets
St. Paul, MN 55101
Dear Sandra:
Thank you for sending a copy of the "Metropolitan Significant
Review Report Mall of America and Fantasy World in the City
of Bloomington" prepared under your direction for the
Metropolitan Council's review.
My purpose in writing is not to comment upon the report or
the merits of Triple Five Corporation's proposal. Rather,
I want to compliment you for the professionalism and political
independence you have demonstrated in charging the Council's
staff to make an objective, dispassionate analysis of the
proposal.
I understand why Governor Perpich was initially so enthusiastic
about Triple Five's proposal, especially since he was relying
on information provided him by the proponents that he believed
thorough and credible. If this information proves accurate
and reliable, the "Mall of America and Fantasy World" would
indeed have merit for some form of public subsidy.
I also understand why initially Governor Perpich desired to
appoint you to a task force to coordinate the various approval
processes that were involved. You are a competent and con-
scientious public official with a demonstrated track record.
I was dismayed, though, that he did choose you, only because
I felt it personally put you in a difficult position since
as Chair of the Metropolitan Council, you ultimately would
be called upon to make an objective analysis of the proposal,
as has now been done. I was pleased when the Governor recognized
your dilemma and relieved you of the responsibility of
chairing his task force.
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Ms. Sandra Gardebring, Chair
Metropolitan Council
November 21, 1985
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I will be leaving office the first Monday in January and
will miss the opportunity to work with you in 1986 and
beyond. Please be assured, however, that Mayor -elect
Virgil Schneider and the Plymouth City Council and staff
will continue to demonstrate the same attitude of cooperation
that has characterized Plymouth's relationship with the
Metropolitan Council over the years, an attitude I might
add that you personally have done much to reinforce.
Plymouth is a community that is constantly in the pursuit of
excellence and we desire to join with the Metropolitan
Council in its pursuit of excellence in quality of life for
a metropolitan area that is so important to all of us.
Please accept my best wishes for your continued success,
Sandra.
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David J. Davenport
Mayor
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CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (612) 559-2800
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DATE: November 19, 1985
TO: James G. Willis, City Manager
FROM: Eric Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation
SUBJECT Betty Thre i nen Resignation
Betty Threinen, via letter to the mayor, has tendered her resignation
effective October 3, 1985. The Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
has asked me to convey two thoughts to the City Council.
1. Will the Council be recognizing Betty's contributions via a
plaque or some other means at some time in the near future?
2. The Commission wishes to have the Council fill Betty's vacancy
at the earliest possible date so that the necessary training
program scheduled for January can take place with all of the
new members present.
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November 21, 1985
Dr. Roger Adams
Acting Superintendent
School District 284 -
P.O. Box 660
Wayzata, MN 55391-9990
Dr. Donna Carter,
School District 281
4148 Winnetka Ave. No.
New Hope, MN 55428
Dear Superintendent .Adams and Carter:
The Plymouth City Council reviewed and approved a Preliminary Plat on November 18,
1985, for Michael and Harvey Freund. The City Council directed that, as a condition of
approval, the developer should meet with representatives of your respective Districts
to discuss the possibility of transferring Lots 1 through 4, Block 1, from one District
to another to assure a better integration of this development with the neighborhood.
Your Districts have cooperated in the past with owner/ developers to address this
concern although the past instances have involved lot designs where the School District
boundary passed through the lots. It is the City Council's view that consideration
should be given here to incorporation of the first four lots to be developed to the
District which now serves the neighborhood.
By copy of this letter, I am informing Mr. Freund that I am notifying you of the
Council action, and since the property owner must initiate such an adjustment to the
School District boundary I will expect that he will be in touch with you shortly.
I have enclosed for your information a photocopy showing the area. Please let me know
if I can be of further assistance.
Sincerely,
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Community Development Department
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Mr. Dick Carlquist
Chief of Police
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Chief Carlquist:
I SELECT METALS, INC.
14920 27th Avenue
Plymouth, Minnesota 55441
Phone: (612) 559-1218
On November 8, one of our employees, Richard Trenary, had a rock thrown through
his car window while it was parked in our company parking lot. A radar detector
was stolen from the car at the time of the break in and Rick notified the
police of this incident. The officer who responded to the call never left
his vehicle to inspect the damage. The officer advised Rick that he should
not be in possession of a radar detecting device and that any one who owned
such a.device deserved to be broken into.
It is certainly disappointing for a new citizen of Plymouth to find that
it's police force shows very little interest when a car is broken into and
the officer won't even take the time to get out of his squad car. Also,
I feel the officer was out of line in passing judgement on Rick and stating
that he deserved to have his car broken into.
We are happy to be a part of the Plymouth community, and hopefully this was
an isolated incident.
Yours truly,
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General Manager
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Mr. Ken Schivone
Attorney
2239 Carter Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55108
Dear Mr. Schivone:
I am writing you this following our conversation several weeks ago and following the
announcement by the Wayzata School District that they have sold the former Beacon
Heights School property to your client, Mr. Lucas.
We have received several calls from parties who have seen the sign recently placed on
the School property announcing that it is for lease; the sign appropriately does
indicate the uses would be religious or educational.
The property at this time is classified by our Land Use Guide Plan and by our Zoning
Ordinance as single family residential which does permit a limited number of uses other
than single family homes, by Conditional Use Permit, including churches and public and
private schools.
I recommend that your client, or agents of your client, keep in touch with the
Community Development Department as prospective users/tenants are identified. I do so
because of experience which indicates that accurate information conveyed early on
regarding planning and zoning requirements will usually facilitate matters and minimize
problems due to misunderstandings.
Questions may be directed to me or to members of the planning staff; we are prepared to
assist you and your client with the establishment of an appropriate productive use for
this property.
Sincerely
Blair Tremere, Director
Community Development Coordinator
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