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Dummy JANUARY 9, 2004 Youth Advisory Council January 12 meeting agenda...................................................................... Page 3 Environmental Quality Committee (EQC) January 14 meeting agenda .......................................... Page 4 Human Rights Commission January 15 meeting agenda................................................................. Page 5 Official Meeting Calendars for January, February and March 2004 ................................................ Page 7 Tentative list of agenda items for future City Council meetings .................................................... Page 13 NEWSARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC. Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission January 14 meeting notice and agenda ............ Page 14 Wayzata School Board January 12 meeting agenda....................................................................... Page 16 Notice of a Prevention Resource Center Forum............................................................................. Page 17 Information from the League of Minnesota Cities regarding the National League of Cities March 2004 Congress in Washington, DC........................................................................... Page 18 Star Tribune story about property tax increases.............................................................................. Page 25 Star Tribune story about the availability of the book for remodeling split level homes; Plymouth is one of the collaborators on the project — the book is available at City Hall .............. Page 29 News release regarding the 30th Anniversary of the Plymouth Playhouse ..................................... Page 30 Notice of a series of transit study workshops in the northwest Metro area ................................... Page 32 Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Water Pro Fall 2003 newsletter .......................................... Page 34 Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Water Pro Winter 2003 newsletter ..................................... Page 38 STAFF REPORTS Fire—rescue incident of interest...................................................................................................... Page 42 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO January 9, 2004 Page 2 MINUTES Environmental Quality Committee (EQC) draft minutes of the December 10, 2003 meeting ...... Page 43 CORRESPONDENCE Notice regarding the grant application for the contamination clean—up at Stone Creek Village ... Page 49 Notice to residents regarding a request for site plan amendment for Olympic Steel (2003136) ... Page 50 Notice to residents regarding a request for site plan amendment and variances for Hammel, Green & Abrahamson (2003140)................................................................................................... Page 51 Notice to residents regarding a request for site plan approval for the City of Plymouth (2003126) Page 52 YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL JANUARY 12, 2004 6:45 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS Time Allotment 1. Approvals: 6:45-7:50 a) Agenda b) December 8 meeting minutes 2. Guest Speakers and Special Items: 6:50-7:30 a) Presentation on tobacco and alcohol compliance checks (Captain Mike Goldstein, Plymouth PD) b) Discuss guidelines for youth safety on advisory commissions c) Discuss meeting schedule for February, March and April 3. COMMITTEE UPDATES: 7:30-7:45 a) Marketing Committee b) Intergenerational Committee c) Youth Service Awards Committee d) Youth Town Forum Committee 4. Future agenda items 7:45-7:50 a) Discuss Washington, DC National League of Cities March conference S. Adjournment 7:50 6. Additional Materials: a) b) NEXT MEETING: MONDAY, JANUARY 26 - 6:45 PM IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE Wednesday, January 14, 2004 7:00 PM Plymouth Creek Center Agenda Items: 7:00 PM Call to Order: Chair: Kathy Osborne ❑ Review of Agenda ❑ Approval of Minutes (attached) ❑ Guest Introduction & General Forum Guests may address the EQC about any item not contained on the regular agenda. A maximum of 15 minutes is allotted for the forum. If the full 15 minutes are not needed or theforum, the EQC will continue with theagenda 7:00 PM EQC 2003 Annual Report & 2004 Annual Plan. EQC members need to review the attached draft 2003 Annual Report & 2004 Annual Plan. A final document must be approved and recommended to the Plymouth Council at the February 2004 EC meeting. 7:30 PM Schmidt Lake Management Plan. A preliminary Lake Management Plan has been developed for Schmidt Lake which will be presented to the EQC. Derek A. 8:00 PM Up -Dates: ❑ Aquatic Vegetation Management Plan ❑ Environmental Fair 2004 ❑ EPA Phase II ❑ Medicine Lake Watershed Subcommittee ❑ Green Institute Tour 8:30 PM EQC Meeting Place. Currently, the EQC meets at Plymouth Creek Activity Center. Rooms at Plymouth Activity Center can only be reserved 90 days in advance. However, the Plymouth City Council Chamber is available to the EQC on regular basis. Staff is recommending moving the meeting place to the Plymouth City Council Chamber to improve public notice process. 8:55 PM Plan for next meeting: February 11, 2004! Plymouth City Council Chamber Phase HPublic Hearing at 6:00 PM 9:00 PM ADJOURNED Supplementary Agenda Items: ❖ Landscaping and Zoning Issues ❖ Odd & Even Role, EQC's suggestion to do a story in newspaper (education). 'A CADocuments and Settings\khoffman\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\OLK677\011404.doc AGENDA Plymouth Human Rights Commission January 15, 2004 Student Sub Group Meeting at 6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting at 7:00 p.m. Medicine Lake Room 1. Call to Order 2. Approve Minutes 3. Approve Agenda 4. Committee Reports A. Student Workshop Committee B. Community Awareness Committee 1) Sun Sailor Article 2) Plymouth HRC Brochure C. Community Education Committee 1) Letter to small businesses D. Human Rights Incident Response Team 1) Bias/Hate Crime and Bias Incident Response Plan S. Old Business A. Report on Human Rights Day, December 5, 2003 B. Discuss progress of New Neighbors' Handbook C. Discuss Hate and Bigotry Conference D. Report on Golden Valley HRC Forum, January 8, 2004 6. New Business A. Election of Officers, Chairperson and Vice Chairperson B. Traffic Stop and Search Audit HRC Representative C. Discuss 2003 Annual Report and 2004 Work Plan D. Set a special meeting at 5:30 p.m., immediately prior to the February 5 meeting E. Request for member to assist with Police Chief interview 7. Announcements and Articles (for your information) A. National Fair Housing Advocate B. City of New Hope HRC Minutes C. City of Golden Valley HRC Minutes 8. Adjourn Next Meeting: February 5, 2004 Call Sue Gulbrand at 763-509-5053 if you are unable to attend the meeting. `7 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS January 2004 Sunday Monday Tuesday I Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Feb 2004 1 2 2 J Dec 2003 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S City Offices 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 closed 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 NEW YEAR'S 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 DAY 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 28 29 30 31 29 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, 6:30 PM MEDICINE LAKE WATER QUALITY PONDS PUBLIC MEETING, Plymouth Council Chambers Creek Center 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 6:45 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 7 30 AM MLC REGIONAL LEGISLATIVEMEETING, Plymouth R.'isson, 3137 Campus Drive 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EQC), Plymouth Creek Center 7:00 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - Medicine Lake 5:00 PM SPECIAL Room COUNCIL MEETING: SURFACE WATER FEE, Council Chambers 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. BIRTHDAY Observed - City Offices Closed 6:00 PM BASSETT CREEK WATERSHED COMMISSION'S 2ND GENERATION PLAN & UPDATE ON FLOOD ANALYSIS -Public Safety Training Room 5:30 PM SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING WITH PLYMOUTH AREA LEGISLATORS; Plymouth Creek Center 7:00 PM JOINT MEETING W/ HRA - SALE OF CITY -OWNED PROPERTY (NW BLVD & SCHMIDT LAKE RD) TO 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers HRA, Public Safety Training Room 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 6:45 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 11:45 AM PLYMOUTH-MTKA BUSINESS COUNCIL, BORN Conference Room, 301 Carlson Parkway, 4th floor 4:00 PM MEDICINE LAKE WATERSHED MANAGEMENT SUBCOMMITTEE, Bass Lake Room 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH 10:00 AM COUNCIL GOALS AND PRIORITIES - Fireside Room, Plymouth Creek Center I JL_ I ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, CNCI Chambers ounci modified on 1/9/2004 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS February 2004 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 S 6 7 7:00 PM PLANNING COM COMMISSION, Chambers 7:00 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - Medicine Lake Room 2:00 PM -7:00 PM FIRE &ICE FESTIVAL, Parkers Lake 7:00 PM PARK 8 REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 6:45 PM YOUTH 7:00 PM 11:30 AM TWIN ADVISORY REGULAR WEST STATE OF COUNCIL, Council COUNCIL THE CITY - Chambers MEETING, Council Plymouth Creek Chambers Center TDO PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EQC), Plymouth Creek Center 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 PRESIDENTS DAY -City Offices Closed 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7:00 PM HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA), Medicine Lake Room 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 6:00 PM BOARD & COMMISSION RECOGNITION 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL 4:00 PM MEDICINE LAKE WATERSHED MANAGEMENT SUBCOMMITTEE, Bass EVENT -Plymouth MEETING, Council Lake Room Creek Center Chambers 7'.00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room Ash Wednesday (First Day of Lent) 2" Mar 2004 Jan 2004 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 28 29 30 31 modified on 1/9/2004 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS March 2004 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 5:00 PM Caucus Night 7:00 PM 7:00 PM HUMAN YOUTH TOWN PLANNING RIGHTS FORUM, Plymouth Creek Center OMMISSION, [CouncilChambers COMMISSION - Medicine Lake Room 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EQC), Plymouth Creek Center 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers Chambers 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 6:45 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers r 7:00 PM HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (NRA), Medicine Lake Room 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 11:45 AM PLYMOUTH-MTKA BUSINESS COUNCIL, BORN Conference Room, 301 Carlson Parkway, 4th floor 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 28 29 6:45 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council 30 31 Feb 2004 S M T W T F S Apr 2004 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 Chambers 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 29 25 26 27 28 29 30 modified on 1/9/2004 1 '1 Tentative Schedule for City Council Agenda Items January 20, Special, 6:00 p.m. Public Safety Training Room • Bassett Creek Watershed Commission's Second Generation Plan Update on consultant's flood analyses Set future study sessions January 21, Special, 5:30 p.m., Plymouth Creek Center Fireside Room • Discuss issues with local legislators January 22, Special, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Joint Meeting with HRA to discuss sale of City owned property located at Northwest Boulevard and Schmidt Lake Road to the Plymouth HRA January 27, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Announce Fire & Ice Festival, February 7 • Proclaim "We Care About Kids Day", February 7 • Annual Report on Charitable Gambling Ordinance • Adopt comments on Bassett Creek Water Management Commission 2nd Generation Plan • Approve amendment to the City Code regarding process for amending snowmobile regulations • Consider request to Hennepin County to conduct speed study on County Road 6 January 31, Special, 10:00 a.m., Plymouth Creek Center • Establish Council Goals and Priorities February 10, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Recognize 20th anniversary of Plymouth Metrolink February 23, Board & Commission Recognition Event, 6:00 p.m., Plymouth Creek Center February 24, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers March 9, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers March 23, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers Note: Special Meeting topics have been set by Council; all other topics are tentative. 1_-S elm creek Watershed Management Commission ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 3235 Fembrook Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 PH: 763.553.1144 FAX: 763.553.9326 E-mail: iudiealoass.biz January 9, 2004 Representatives Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission Hennepin County, MN Dear Representatives: TECHNICAL OFFICE Hennepin County, DES 417 North 5" Street Minneapolis, MN 55401-1397 PH: 612.596.1171 FAX: 612.348.8532 E-mail: Ali.Durgunoglu@co.hennepin.mn.us PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN TIME AND LOCATION A regular meeting of the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission will be held Wednesday, January 14, 2004, at 11:30 a.m. in the Engineering Conference Room at Maple Grove City Hall, 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway, Maple Grove, MN. Please use the FAX response below to confirm whether you or your Alternate will be attending this meeting. Or e-mail your attendance to judie@jass.biz Thank you. Regards, Judie A. Anderson Executive Secretary JAA:tim Encls Minutes cc: Alternates Clerks BWSR Andrea Moffatt Agenda John Barten MPCA Crow River News Treasurer's Report Matthew Foli Met Council DNR (Please return to FAX no. 763/553-9326. No cover sheet is required.) • 41 will • no one from our community will (please check one) be attending the regular meeting at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 14, 2004. Signed JACLIENTS\E\ELMCREEK\04 MMSy=uarynotimmpd CHAMPLIN - CORCORAN - DAYTON - HASSAN - MAPLE GROVE - MEDINA - PLYMOUTH - ROGERS 1� elm creek Watershed Management Commission w w ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE 3235 Fembrook Lane Plymouth, MN 55447 PH: 763.553.1144 FAX: 763.553.9326 E-mail: judie@jass.biz AGENDA January 14, 2004 1. Call to Order. 2. Approve Agenda. 3. Consent Agenda. a. Approve minutes of December meeting.* b. Approve Treasurer's report and claims.* 4. Action Items. ("w" indicates WCA) a. 98-053w Preserve at Elm Creek, Champlin. b. 99-058w Lake Jubert Estates, Corcoran. 5. Old Business. TECHNICAL OFFICE Hennepin County, DES 417 North 5' Street Minneapolis, MN 55401-1397 PH: 612.596.1171 FAX: 612.348.8532 E-mail: Ali.Durgunoglu@co.hennepin.mn.us a. Watershed Boundaries. b. Joint Powers Agreements - Signed agreements have been received from Champlin, Corcoran, Hassan., Maple Grove, Medina, and Plymouth. C. Summary of Staff Authorities.** 6. New Business. a. Correspondence. b Basics Workshop for Newcomers - will be scheduled following 2004 appointments. 7. Project Reviews. a. 98-076 Greg Ebert Wetland Replacement Banking Application, Corcoran. b. 2003-029w Grove Nursery, Corcoran. C. 2003-030w Island View Estates Wetland Creation Site, Hassan. d. 2003-037w James Nichols, Corcoran. e. 2003-041 Dick Theis floodplain violation, Corcoran. f. 2003-053 Richard Weber WCA Violation, Hassan. 9.2003-055 North Cowley Lake Delineation Review, Hassan. . h. 2003-059 Robert Scherbing Wetland Restoration, Corcoran. i. 2003-062 Rogers High School Stormwater Pond Outlet (previously # 2002-049), Rogers and Hassan. 1. 2003-064 Dayspring Development, Hassan. k. 2003-065 Berthiaume WCA Violation, Hassan.* 1. 2003-066 Hassan Sand and Gravel EAW, Hassan.* M. 2003-067 Fox Creek 2nd Addition, Rogers. n. 2003-068 Acres of Hassan, Hassan.* o. 2003-069 The Reserve, Hassan.* 8. Other Business. 9. Adjournment. *in meeting packet. **available at the meeting. JACLMNTST\ELMCREEK\Meetings\04 MTGSVanAgenda.wpd CHAMPLIN - CORCORAN - DAYTON - HASSAN - MAPLE GROVE - MEDINA - PLYMOUTH - ROGERS WAYZATA PUBLIC SCHOOLS Independent School District 284 Wayzata, Minnesota BOARD OF EDUCATION Organizational/Regular Meeting — January 12, 2004 — 7:30 p.m. District Administration Building 210 County Road 101 North, Plymouth AGENDA 1. Call to Order/Roll Call 2. Oath of Office to Newly Elected/Reelected School Board Members 3. Superintendent's Remarks 4. Election of School Board Officers S. Approval of Agenda and *Consent Agenda Items Consent Agenda items (indicated by an asterisk*) are considered to be routine in nature and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Board member or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the Consent Agenda and addressed in sequence. *6. Approval of Minutes 7. Recognitions a. Employee of the Month b. Peppermint Fence Preschool — Linda Hopkins C. Minnesota Assistant Principal of the Year — Rhonda Dean 8. Reports from Organizations This section of the agenda provides the opportunity for parent, teacher, and/or student associations/organizations to provide the School Board with reports/updates. 9. Superintendent's Reports and Recommendations a. Superintendent b. Curriculum and Instruction 1 1 Proposed Plymouth Creek Shared Decisions Agreement — Judy Hill 2) Proposed West Middle School Shared Decisions Agreement — Alice Woog C. Finance and Business Services 1) Final Budget for 2003-2004 Fiscal Year 2) Monthly Financial Reports * 3) Resolution for Machine -Signed Signatures * 4) Finance and Business Recommendations d. Human Resource Services * 1) Human Resource Recommendations 10. Other Board Action a. Approve Board Committee Structure and Appointments for 2004 * b. Approve Board Standard Operating Procedures for 2004 * C. Reaffirm All Current School Board Policies 1 1. Audience Opportunity to Address School Board This section of the agenda provides an opportunity for those who have called in and placed their names on the list and for members of the audience who wish to address the School Board. 12. Board Reports a. 2003 School Board Self -Evaluation 13. New Business 14. Adioum OBE:1 POSTED: 1/8/04 "f PREVENTION FORUM Bu/lying: The Ultimate Power Trip ullying is defined as causing intentional and repeated harm, in a relationship characterized an imbalance of power. Research and best practices are calling into q*tion many assumptions and stereotypes about bullying. Our panel presentation will discuss research on the risk factors and prevalence of bullying. The short- and long-term consequences for the bully, victim and society will be presented. Presenters: Nancy Riestenbere works with the Safe and Drug -Free Schools Program at the Minnesota Department of Education. Marion London is a certified trainer for the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, designated as a best practice in violence prevention b the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. Sharon Mad is the chair of the CPC Partnership Council and coordinator of ReducellUse in the Hopkins School District. Important! This is the last Prevention Forum announcement you'll receive in print format. Starting in the fust quarter of 2004, these announcements — and Take Action! and other alerts — will be sent only via e-mail. To continue receiving this information, log on to www hsd-hennepin.org/CPC/Take4ction and follow the instructions. We want to make sure you continue to receive Prevention Forum announcements. (If you've already registered on our Web site, there's no need to do it again.) lj When: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2004 Noon to 1:15 p.m. Where: St. Louis Park City Hall Council Chambers 5005 Minnetonka Blvd. St. Louis Park Cost: Free — no need to pre -register VE �..aw LMC 1'.W. of Mirrnasota Chios cilias yromotinq e=ellanca January 7, 2004 TO: LMC Member Cities FROM: James F. Miller, Executive Director League of Minnesota Cities 145 University Avenue West, St. Paul, MN 55103-2044 (651) 281-1200 • (800) 925-1122 Fax: (651) 281-1299 • TDD: (651) 281-1290 www.l m nc. c -g SUBJECT: National League of Cities (NLC) Congressional Cities Conference March 5-9, 2004 — Washington, D.C. Registration — Complete Immediately A brochure outlining the conference program and registration information for the 2004 NLC Congressional Cities Conference is, enclosed. It is extremely important that hotel reservations be made as soon as possible. The earlier your city returns registration forms and requests for hotel accommodations, the more likely you will receive your first choice of hotels. Deadline for advanced registration is February 6, 2004. If you do not register by February 6, you will be required to register onsite at a higher rate and be responsible for making your own hotel reservations. You can register online at www.nlc.org. Conference Program Highlights This conference will include general sessions featuring national leaders, strategy sessions to shape the NLC message, workshops to learn about the issues and NLC's positions, and a city lobby day on Capitol Hill on Tuesday March 9. Further information regarding League of Minnesota Cities reception will be forwarded to all registrants at a later date. For further information about the conference, please visit NLC's website at %ti-%vw.nlc.ora and select Congressional Cities Conference. If the League can be of any assistance to you, please contact us. Enc. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER q `I ye Opportunity arch 2004 will mark the real beginning of the campaign for national office — a campaign that has significant implications for America's cities and towns. With most of the major primaries scheduled in February and early March, the Democratic front runner for President will emerge and the races for the House and Senate will begin to heat up. The National League of Cities Congressional City Conference provides a great opportunity to learn about the federal issues that matter to America's cities and towns, to lobby Congress on short-term issues that will be on the Congressional agenda in 2004, and to make sure cities and towns have a clear, consistent voice in the national campaign. Come to Washington, DC, March 5-9, 2004, to join the voice of America's cities in launching our national campaign on behalf of the 225 million people we collectively represent. The program will include general sessions featuring national leaders, strategy sessions to shape the NLC message, workshops to learn about the issues and NLC's positions, and a city lobby day on Capitol Hill on Tuesday, March 9. The Congressional City Conference offers an important opportunity to maximize the impact of 3,000 local officials together to demand a renewed federal -local partnership built on trust, collaboration, and shared commitments for 2004 and beyond. The Action Plan Saturday, March 6 City officials gather at the Hilton Washington and Towers for leadership meetings, policy discussions, and legislative briefings to learn about current federal issues and priorities for America's cities and towns. Sunday, March 7 NLC's leaders and general session speakers set the stage for the action to come by describing the environment in Washington on the front end of the campaign and examining how local priorities intersect with national political agendas. Monday, March 8 Congressional leaders, President Bush, and leading candidates are invited to discuss their priorities and their reactions to the National League of Cities agenda. The program will wrap up with a closing general session to review the agenda and confirm plans for City Lobby Day. And, the ever -popular Capitol Steps will end the day by providing their unique perspective on the Washington scene as city leaders prepare to converge on Capitol Hill. Tuesday, March 9 Buses take all conference delegates to the Capitol for a national rally followed by strategic meetings with Congressional leaders to talk about NLC's priorities for federal action and expectations of Congress and the Administration. Be part of the national voice of America's cities in 2004. ,p The conference will provide a range of education, networking, and strategy sessions to maximize the value of this event for city officials. This preliminary schedule provides an outline of major events during the conference to help delegates make travel plans. Visit the NLC website at www.nlc.org and read Nation's Cities Weekly every Monday for updates on specific program plans. Friday, March 5 9:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. Leadership Training Seminars 5:15 p.m. — 6:30 p.m. Orientation Session for First Time Attendees 5:30 p.m. — 7:00 p.m. Constituency and Special Group Meetings Saturday, March 6 Roundtable Networking and Lunch 9:00 a.m. — Noon Policy Committee Meetings and Advocacy Training 9:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m. NLC Board of Directors Meeting 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. NLC Advisory Council Meeting 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Leadership Training Seminars 1:00 P.M. —5:15 P.M. Policy Committee Meetings and Advocacy Training 5:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Constituency and Special Group Meetings Sunday, March 7 7:30 a.m. -9:00 a.m. Steering Committee Work Sessions 8:45 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Celebrate Diversity Breakfast 10:30 a.m. - Noon Opening General Session Noon -1:30 p.m. Roundtable Networking and Lunch Noon - 1:30 p.m. Steering Committee Work Sessions 1:45 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. General Session on Key Priorities 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. Workshops on Lobbying Priorities 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. State League Caucuses and Receptions Constituency and Special Group Meetings/Events Monday, March 8 9:00 a.m. —11:45 a.m. General Session Noon -1:30 p.m. Roundtable Networking and Lunch 1:45 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Workshops on Lobbying Priorities 4:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m. Closing General Session 5:15 p.m. — 6:30 p.m. State League Caucuses and Receptions 6:30 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. Reception and The Capitol Steps Tuesday, March 9 9:00 a.m. — Noon City Lobby Day on Capitol Hill Conslituency Group Fees and Events Network with colleagues with similar interests at NLC's constituency group meetings. Several special opportunities will occur among various groups who invite their members and new colleagues to collaborate in their caucuses. All of their meetings and events are open to members, interested new members and all NLC delates. Some events require advance ticket purchase. The six constituency and member groups are: * Asian, Pacific American Municipal Officials (APAMO) * Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Local Officials (GLBLO) * Hispanic Elected Local Officials (HELD) * National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (NBC -LEO) * University Communities Caucus (UCC) * Women in Municipal Government (WIMG) Special Events Sunday, March 7 Celebrate Diversity Breakfast 8:45 am. —10:15 am. Fee: $40 ($50 on site) The 18th annual Celebrate Diversity Breakfast will feature a keynote speaker who will provide a perspective on "diversity" issues facing America's cities and towns. The breakfast is sponsored by five NLC constituency groups. Monday, March 8 The Capitol Steps 7:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m. The Capitol Steps will perform on Monday this year (instead of Sunday) as part of a conference wrap up to energize the delegates for City Lobby Day on Tuesday morning. This troupe of Congressional employees provides bi-partisan fun for everyone. Dates to Remember February 6, 2004 Deadline for advance reggirstration and housing requests. All requests must be postmarked by this date. After this date, all delegates must register onsite at higher rates. February 6, 2004 Deadline for Cancellations. Cancellation letters must be postmarked by this date and are subject to a $50 cancellation fee. There are no refunds for cancellations after this date. How to Register To register for the 2004 Congressional City Conference, fill out the registration form and return it with your check, city purchase order, or credit card information to the NLC Meeting Services, postmarked by February 6, 2004 or register online at www.nic.org *Each delegate, guest, speaker, member of the press, and any other conference participant must register. There is a $75 youth delegates fee. There is no charge for press registrations with proper press credentials. *No telephone registrations or cancellations will be accepted. *Payment (check, city purchase order, or credit card) must be included with advance registrations. *People unable to meet the February 6 deadline will have to register onsite at the meeting and make their own hotel reservations. Refunds will be made for cancellations received by February 6, 2004, subject to a $50 cancellation charge. Cancellation letters must be postmarked by this date. No telephone cancellations will be accepted. No partial refunds will be made if you decide not to attend particular functions. Hotels *If you need hotel accommodations, please check the appropriate box on the registration form. *NLC will make a hotel reservation for you when you register for the conference. *Rooms will be assigned on a first come, first served basis. *All conference sessions will be held at the Hilton Washington and Towers. These special institute seminars are offered to conference delegates for a separate registration fee. Space is limited and available on a first come first served basis. FULL-DAY SEMINARS Friday, March 5, 2004 eGovernment Leadership Institute 9:00 am— 5.00 pm Registration Fee: $150 Competency: Competent Practitioner Leam and understand how the effective use of technology can serve the needs of your constituents and help improve city government performance. With a focus on mid-size cities, explore the public - policy concerns that the Internet and technology raises. Session will be held at the IBM Institute for Electronic Government on K St. — Buses will leave Hilton Hotel Lower Entrance at 8:30 AM. Instructors: Bradley L. Westpfahl, G. Wayne Goeller Speak So They Will Listen 9:00 am— 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $150 Competency: Communicator Learn how preparation, presentation and persuasion can expand your leadership and help you set positive change in motion within your community Enhance your ability to influence and persuade others. Learn and practice presenting from an audience viewpoint. Learn how to improve your presentation abilities and realize how clear communication serves your constituents to better identify with your leadership. Instructor. Lindsay Strand Ensuring Good Jobs and Smart Growth in Economic Development 9:00 am— 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $150 Competency: Catalyst Learn the best toolkit practices for making sure that economic development expenditures are effective for your community. Learn about new innova- tions including job quality standards, clawbacks, disclosure and monitoring. Understand the role of development incentives in suburban sprawl and proposals for making incentives 'location efficient' by integrating them with public transportation. Instructors: Greg LeRoy, Alyssa Talanker Catalyzing Participatory Governance That Works 9:00 am— 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $150 Competency: Collaborator Localities have taken significant steps to work collaboratively and inclusively with citizens, businesses, community-based organizations, and faith communities to achieve better outcomes. Learn key strategies to help you develop a high per- forming, results oriented community. Gain practical guidance on building effective collaborative processes that strengthen capacity in government and intergovernmental coordination. Instructors: William Potapchuk, Joan Kennedy AFTERNOON SEMINARS Friday, March 5, 2004 Hiring and Evaluating the City Manager 1:30 — 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $95 Competency- Competent Practitioner Hiring and supervising your City Manager is probably the most important role that an elected official must serve. What questions do you face when hiring? How should a performance evaluation process work and what should you expect from it? Learn effective practices that make for successful hires along with practical techniques for supervising performance. Instructors: Gerald Newfarmer, Julia Novak Facilitating Transformative Community Change 1:30 — 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $95 Competency- Collaborator Discover essential strategies, tools and techniques for involving the public in land use and transportation decisions, as well as, development approvals. Learn how to get projects approved promptly with public support. Learn how the tools and techniques of 'Dynamic Planning and Charrettes' can apply to your com- munity's growth challenges and how these processes will lead to long-term public trust. Instructor: Bill Lennertz Are You Listening? 1:30 - 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $95 Competency: Communicator Listening is not a spectator sport. The 'art of listening' is to become totally involved. Become a better communicator with every- one around you as you appreciate how to build relationships based on trust through good listening skills Avoid mistakes and sharpen your perception of others as you learn how to pay attention to both verbal and nonverbal communication. Instructor: Judith L. Lewis FULLrD,1Y SEMINAR Sattuday, :March 6, 2004 The High Performance Governing Body 9:00 am- 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $150 Competency: Cornerstone Successful governing bodies recognize the basic values that come together in public policymaking: representation, efficiency, individual rights, and social equity. a Dealing successfully with these values represents the core of the governing body's work. Understanding the different perspectives that elected officials and professional staff bring to the values is critical. Learn what it takes to become a'high performing governing body,' along with the obstacles to high performance and how to overcome them. Instructor: John Nalbandian MORNING SEMINARS Saturday, March 6, 2004 Mr. Jefferson Speaks to the 'Public' in Public Policy 9:00 am -12:00 Noon Registration Fee: $95 Competency: Cornerstone Thomas Jefferson appears in person to speak on his ideas of leadership, citizen- ship and the public good. Engage in a unique learning experience as historical interpreter Bill Barker presents Thomas Jefferson in a dialogue with participants. Mr. Jefferson reminds us that the people are the foundation of public polity. As today's local leaders, participants will be reminded of their obligations to the pub- lic as administrators and public servants in public policy. Instructor: Bill Barker, Thomas Jefferson The Ten Lenses: Building Personal Cultural Competence 9:00 am -12:00 Noon Registration Fee: $95 Competency: Collaborator Are stereotypes an ingrained part of the thinking of most Americans' We make assumptions and take actions regarding others who are different than ourselves based on the 'isms' programmed into our minds when we were children. Look at the impact of ethnocentric behavior on our ability to build effective cross-cultural relation -ships and gain tips on how to avoid 'cultural collisions' when dealing with diverse others. Discover the'Ten Lenses' that Americans tend to use to view diversity issues. InstrUCtaTS: Louis Vincent, Rita Rizzo Building Democratic Capacity: Mobilizing Citizens for Community Problem -Solving 9:00 am —12:00 Noon Registration Fee: $95 Competency- Catalyst Learn how communities have used action forums and study circles to engage groups of diverse citizens in productive dialogue, sound decision-making, and collaborative efforts to solve community problems Projects have often been launching pads for citizen action on a wide range of issues, including crime, education, community - police relations, race & diversity, growth & sprawl, and the'achievement gap' Instructors: Matt Leighninger, Gwen Wright LEADERSHIPLUNNCEEON Saturday, March 6, 2004 Leadership Training Institute Participant & Recognition Leadership Luncheon 12:00 noon -1:30 pm Registration Fee: $35 Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Certificate level recipients in the Certificate of Achievement in Leadership program will be recognized. Facilitators: Leadership Training Council AFTERNOON SEMINARS Saturday, March 6, 2004 Dealing with the Media- Techniques ediaTechniques to Control the Story 1:30 — 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $95 Competency: Communicator Take control of the news you generate by understanding how to prevent mistakes, how to prepare for, conduct and follow up interviews to gain positive coverage. Learn practical tips, tools and strategies for working with the media in a political environment. Increase your confidence in your ability to control the final story as you strengthen your ability to work with the media and disseminate vital informa- tion and policy accurately and effectively. Instructor: Stephen Friedman Conflict Resolution: Converting the Negative into the Positive 1:30 — 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $95 Competency: Communicator The negative stuff severely impairs your productivity, self-confidence, and emotional control, as well as of those around you. Learn how to resolve conflict and covert all the negatives into the positives of collaboration, cooperation, optimism, productivity, control motivation and results. If you are open to relearning new ways to respond to negative situations and people, you can learn how to resolve the conflict. Instructor. Dr. Elliott B. Jaffa The Power to Lead: A Personal Blueprint for Leadership 1:30 pm — 5:00 pm Registration Fee: $95 Competency: Cornerstone To lead a city takes power; to produce results for your community takes power; to make courageous decisions takes power; and to work with your community takes power. Understand the four critical power sources: simple, future, relation- ships, and results. Explore actions that city leaders can take to tap these four crit- ical power sources and identify specific actions that city leaders can take to tum a 'power drain' into a'power source'. Instructor. Lyle Sumek he 2004 Congressional City Conference will feature general sessions, workshops, and strategy meetings built around NLC's lobbying priorities for the year. The NLC Officers will define the lobbying priorities at their early January leadership meeting. Watch for updates on the NLC web site and in Nation's Cities Weekly to learn about the specific issues that will be covered once the priorities are set. Among the topics that are important to cities and towns that are likely to be on the federal agenda in 2004 are: The Federal Budget The budget and appropriations process is the foundation for the federal -local relationship. The process will get underway in February when the President submits his budget request. For cities and towns, the focus will be on protecting funding for critical local priorities including public safety, affordable housing, transportation, and education. Transportation With the temporary extension of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA -21) scheduled to expire in February 2004, transportation will be an early and essential priority. The law provides the framework for investing in transportation infrastructure and creating a successful intergovernmental partnership on transportation decision making. City leaders are seeking more funding, more flexibility, more authority, and a federal commitment to reducing congestion in a new law. The Economy The health of the national economy and its impact on local economies and state and local budgets is likely to be a major campaign issue and a major concern for cities and towns. How federal actions affect local financial health is a top priority for NLC and the cities and towns it represents. Hometown Safety and Security Continued federal funding to support both traditional public safety programs and homeland security responsibilities will be a top budget priority in the coming year. A strong federal commitment—including funding to ensure interoperable public safety communication—is long overdue and essential to real homeland and hometown security. Affordable Housing Debate about federal support for a long-term strategy to ensure affordable housing and the opportunity to build wealth through homeownership will continue in 2004. An affordable home is part of the American dream and an adequate supply of affordable housing is essential to sustaining economic growth. Education Full federal funding for the laws Congress has passed to improve education in America is essential — including the much hailed but seriously underfunded No Child Left Behind Act. 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Phone: 888.319.3864 or 703-449-6418 No cancellations will be accepted after February 6, 2004. Email: nlccccregandhousingtalspargo.com 1 1 Office use only: Payment Check# Amount Office use only: Hotel Subblk Cate Rate L— ———————————————————————————————————— — — — — —— ------------ For FASTER REGISTRATION, use your credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or American Express) and FAX your form to (703) 631-6288. t1A startribune.com Property taxes headed up in '03 Anthony Lonetree Star Tribune Published 01/06/2004 Close window After a year of widespread reductions, property taxes were back on the rise in many Minnesota communities in 2003, according to the Citizens League's annual survey released today. For a hypothetical $160,000 home, total taxes increased an average of 2.8 percent across 108 metro -area cities and towns last year, compared with a tax decrease of about 24 percent in 2002. The league's tax calculations include all taxes imposed on a home by cities, counties, school districts and other jurisdictions. Residents of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park paid the highest total taxes on a $160,000 home in 2003, with Minneapolis again placing third. Tax rankings, however, can change significantly from year to year. Release of the 2003 survey comes several weeks after cities, counties and school districts finalized 2004 tax plans that, for example, bring relief to Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park taxpayers. Bob DeBoer, program associate for the Citizens League, said Monday that it was too early to say whether 2003 increases signaled an unraveling of tax -relief efforts enacted by the 2001 Legislature. In fact, DeBoer said, he had expected an even higher metro -area average increase. "We could be seeing some pretty serious attempts to rein in budgets and spending," he said. The league's survey documented positive changes for several metro -area communities. In Scott County, Jordan residents, who paid the highest taxes in 2001 and fifth -highest in 2002, fell to 27th in the 2003 rankings, after $160,000 homes there saw a 14 percent tax reduction in 2003. A similar drop was reported in Centerville, where the owner of a $160,000 home in the Anoka County community saw an 18 percent property -tax cut. Centerville homeowners slid from first on the 2002 tax list to 22nd in 2003, the survey said. Cities whose residents saw property -tax increases in 2003 included Chanhassen, where the total tax bill rose from 46th to sixth with a 22 percent increase, and Hopkins, where the rankings in total taxes jumped from 39th to seventh with a 20 percent hike. Less pain outstate In 2002, homeowners across the state saw the benefits of a property -tax overhaul passed by the 2001 Legislature. Much of the cost of basic education, provided for through local property taxes, was being picked up by the state. But the combination of rising home values and local tax -levy increases -- the latter brought on, in part, by state aid cuts -- has again sent taxes jumping in many communities. For 32 communities outside the metro area, the league's survey found a slight average decrease in 2003 taxes for a hypothetical $100,000 home, a 0.7 percent drop from 2002. But a city -by -city breakdown showed that taxes increased in 13 of the communities, from a 0.2 percent hike in Willmar to 33.9 percent in Albert Lea. In the metro area, residents of 63 of the 108 communities surveyed saw tax increases for a hypothetical $160,000 home, ranging from a 0.5 percent hike in Shakopee to 30 percent in Shorewood. Last month the Star Tribune surveyed metro -area counties to learn where taxes were heading in 2004 in cities of more than 5,000 people. The findings showed the impact of a 2003 K-12 finance bill providing tax relief for less -wealthy communities that passed excess levies in 2002. For example, median -valued homes in the parts of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park that fell within Osseo School District boundaries will see tax decreases this year. And in Brooklyn Park, even the citizens living within the Anoka -Hennepin School District can expect a tax savings, said Greg Andrews, the city's finance director. Anoka -Hennepin voters also passed an excess levy in 2002. Andrews said the City Council made a conscious effort to avoid a tax increase on a median -valued home, raising city spending for this year by only 2.2 percent, from $27.5 million in 2003 to $28.1 million in 2004. But in Hopkins, in the top seven of the Citizens League 2003 survey, there will be no break, at least according to earlier projections, which showed a median -valued home on track for another double-digit percentage hike in 2004. Anthony Lonetree is at alonetree@startribune.com. © Copyright 2004 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. l .� How high could your property taxes rise? County auditors and assessors have calculated potential tax bills boundaries include more than one school district. The calculations, for homes of median value in more than 70 metro -area communi- based on proposed maximum levies set in September, do not take ties (with at least 5,000 residents For each community, the per- into account any local tax increases approved by voters in centages reflect changes in property taxes and the potential 2004 November. Property owners can comment on the proposed tax bills tax increases. Separate calculations were done for cities whose at upcoming public hearings. Pro- Percent Tax 1111- 2002 o-2002 2003 2003 posed change Per- crease/ School median total median 2004 In mar- cent decrease City or district value tax value total tax ket change (in township number (dolars) (dollars) (dollars) (dollars) value In tax (dollars) Anoka County Andover 11 Pro. Percent Tax In. Chanhassen 112 $173,400 $1,909 $193,000 $1,846 11.3% -3.3% -$63 15 173,400 1,590 193,000 1,567 11.3 -1.5 -23 Anoka 11 130,300 1,517 146,500 1,540 124 1.5 23 Blaine 11 139,600 1,556 157,800 1,568 13.0 0.7 11 12 139,600 1,439 157,800 1,640 13.0 14.0 201 16 139,600 1,469 157,800 1,588 13.0 8.1 118 Columbia Hts. 13 110,900 1,042 124,200 1,243 120 19.3 201 Coon Rapids 11 132,100 1,379 147,800 1,382 11.9 0.2 3 East Bethel 15 145,600 1,276 164,100 1,284 127 0.6 8 831 145,600 1,464 164,100 1,533 12.7 4.8 70 Fridley 11 130,000 1,332 146,000 1,353 123 1.6 21 13 130,000 1,146 146,000 1,332 12.3 16.3 186 14 130,000 1,375 146,000 1,398 12.3 1.7 23 16 130,000 1,266 146,000 1,388 12.3 9.7 122 Ham lake it 175,200 1,791 197,300 1,741 12.6 -28 -50 831 175,200 1,697 197,300 1,756 126 3.5 59 Lino takes 12 179,700 2,133 201,900 2,330 12.4 9.3 198 624 179,700 2,185 201,900 2,263 124 3.6 78 831 179,700 2,201 201,900 2,270 12.4 3.1 69 Oak Grove 11 165,300 1,897 182,600 1,820 10.5 -4.0 -77 15 165,300 1,594 182,600 1,556 10.5 -2.4 -38 Ramsey 11 154,600 1,783 171,500 1,749 10.9 -1.9 34 728 154,600 1,809 171,500 1,831 10.9 1.2 23 St Francis 15 139,000 1,370 154,100 1,247 10.9 -9.0 -124 728 139,000 1,648 154,100 1,543 10.9 -6.4 -105 Spring Park 16 126,2001 1,492 141,600 1,600 122 7.2 107 Carver County Pro. Percent Tax In. Chanhassen 112 $218,800 $3,259;$240,900 School $3,246 10.1% -0.4% 413 276 218,800 3,265 240,900 3,320 10.1 1.7 55 Chaska 112 164,200 1,960 189,400 2,094 15.3 6.8 134 Victoria- 110 260,900 3,419 275,400 3,298 5.6 -3.5 -121 112 260,900 3,936 275,400 3,745 5.6 -4.9 -191 276 260,900 3,8421 275,400 3,828 5.6 -0.4 -14 Waconia 110 165,100 1,984, 183,400 2,046 11.1 3.1 62 Dakota County Apple Valley 191 $175,100 $1,980 $191,100 $1,976 9.1% -0.2% -$4 196 175,100 1,989 191,100 2,039 9.1 2.5 50 Burnsville 191 176,000 1,972 192,200 2,006 9.2 1.8 35 194 176,000 1,972 192,200 2,077 9.2 5.3 105 196 176,000! 1,986 192,200 2,073 9.2 4.4 87 Eagan 191 187,000 1,924 204,400 1,923 9.3 0.0 -1 196 187,000 1,933 204,400 1,990 9.3 29 57 197 187,000 1,603 204,400 1,675 9.3 4.5 72 Farmington 192 166,300 1,894 177,800 1,838 6.9 -3.0 -56 Hastings 200 152,800: 1,492 167,700 1,668 9.8 11.7 175 Inver Grove Heights 196 171,200 1,892 189,200 2,006 10.5 6.0 114 197 171,200 1,590 189,200 1.714 10.5 7.8 124 199 171,200 1,727 189,200 1,761 10.5 2.0 35 Lakeville 192 202,200 2,120 222,200 2.161 9.9 1.9 41 194 202,200 2,123 222,200 2,179 9.9 2.6 56 196 202,200 2,132 222,200 2,169 9.9 1.8 37 Mendota Hts, 197 253,800 2,243 267,800 2,251 5.5 0.4 8 Rosemount 196 180,600 2,341 194,700 2,328 7.8 -0.5 -13 199 180,600 2,166 194,700 2,077 7.8 -4.1 -90 200 180,600 1,993 194,700 2,072 7.8 4.0 80 S. St Paul 6 139,800 1,466 152,7001 1,430 9.2 -2.5 -36 199 139,800 1,321 152,7001 1,306 9.2 -1.1 -15 W. St Paul 197 148,700 1,300 165,4001 1,468 11.2 12.9 168 Ramsey County Arden Hills 621 $185,100 $1,874 $207,300 $2,118 120% 13.0% $244 623 185,100 1,987 207,300 2,246 120 13.0 259 Falcon Hts 623 170,500 1,830 191,000 2,045 120 11.8 215 Gem take 624 158,300 1,708 177,300 1,831 120 7.2 123 Lauderdale 623 110,900 1,131 124,200 1,260 120 11.4 129 Little Canada 623 144,200 1,545 161,500 1,730 120 120 185 624 144,200 1,654 161,500 1,744 12.0 5.4 90 Maplewood 622 139,300 1,816 156,000 1,893 120 4.2 77 623 139,300 1,643 156.000 1,835 12.0 11.7 193 624 139,300 1,748 156,000 1,849 120 5.7 100 Mounds View 621 126,000 1,349 141,100 1,593 12.0 1&1 244 New Brighton 282 155,800 1,831 174,500 2,121 1.20 15.8 290 621 155,800 1,704 174,500 1,987 120 16.6 283 North Oaks 621 387,300 3,776 433,800 4,187 120 10.9 411 624 387,300 4,306 433,800 4,491 120 4.3 185 N. St Paul 622 127,400 1,479 142,700 1,550 120 4.8 71 Roseville 621 146,400 1,431 164,000 1,663 120 16.3 233 623 146,400 1,520 164,000 1.764 120 16.0 244 St Anthony 282 11.9,200 1,447 133,500 1,744 1.20 20.5 297 St Paul 625 102,700 1,130 115,000 1,234 120 9.2 104 Shoreview 621 165,300 1,713 185,100 1,923 120 122 210 623 165,300 1,814 185,100 2,037 120 123 222 Spring L Park621 130,600 1,592 146,300 1,802 120 13.2 211 Vadnais Hts. 621 150,300 1,411 168,300 1,609 120 14.1 199 624 150,300 1,663 168,300 1,754 120 5.5 92 White Bear L 624 139,900 1,547 156,700 1,624 120 5.0 77 White Bear Township 624 163,200 1,840 182,800 1,944 120 5.7 104 Washington County Cottage Grove 2001 $140,300 $1,226 $157,600 $1,448 123% 18.1% $222 833 Forest Lake 831 Hugo 624 831 832 834 Lake Elmo 622 832 834 Mahtomedl 832 Oakdale 622 St Paul Park 833 Stillwater 834 Woodbury 622 833 834 140,300 1,729 157,600 1,823 123 5.4 94 160,600 1,555 181,100 1,613 128 3.8 58 170,800 1,788 192,900 1,875 129 4.8 87 170,800 1,752 192,900 1,829 129 4.4 78 170,800 1,877 192,900 1,946 129 3.7 69 170,800 1,800 192,900 1,795 129 -0.3 -5 260,100 2,719 299,300 2,790 15.1 2.6 71 260,100 2,727 299,300 2,816 15.1 3.2 88 260,100 2,689 299,300 2,663 15.1 -1.0 -26 197,000 2,142 220,600 2,232 120 4.2 90 144,200 1,579 162,500 1,626 12.7 3.0 47 120,800 1,299 135,700 1,407 123 8.4 109 162,000 1,925 182,300 1,977 125 2.7 52 190,000 2,186 215,300 2,248 13.3 2.8 62 190,000 2,370 215,300 2,418 13.3 20 48 190,000 2,164 1 215,3001 2,157 13.3 -0.3 -7 -Victoria is included even though its population in 2002 was 4,790, slightly under the 5,000 cutoff. Sources: County auditors and assessors' offices Star Tribune /� Pro. Percent Tax In. 2002 2003 2003 posed change Per- crease/ School median total median 2004 in mar- cent decrease City or district value tax value total tax ket change (in township number (dollars) (dollars) (dollars) (dollars) value In tax (dollars) Hennepin County Bloomington 271 $163.900 $1,750 $183,700 $1,967 121% 12.4%$217 272 163,900 1,910 183,700 2,068 121 8.3 158 273 163,900 2,043 183,700 2,046 12.1 0.2 3 Brooklyn Ctr. 011 115,600 1,639 129,650 1,674 122 21 35 279 115,600 1,764 129,650 1,739 122 -1.4 -24 281 115,600 1,642 129,650 1,872 122 14.0 230 286 115,600 1,867 129,650 2,038 122 9.1 171 Brooklyn Pk. 011 143,600 1,980 161,700 1,988 126 0.4 8 279 143,600 2,135 161,700 2,070 126 -3.1 -65 281 143.600 1,984 161,700 2,235 12.6 12.7 251 Champlin 011 148,400 1,920 167,100 1,906 126 -0.8 -14 Corcoran 279 202,050 2,750 226,400 2,625 12.1 -0.6 -125 284 202,050 2,317 226,400 2,493 121 7.6 177 877 202,050 2,573 226,400 2,806 121 9.1 233 879 202,050 2,554 226,400 2,747 121 7.5 192 883 202,050 2,466 226,400 2,752 121 11.6 286 Crystal 281 122,900 1,540 137,800 1,779 121 15.5 239 Eden Prairie 270 245,600 3,150 277,250 3,395 129 7.8 244 272 245,600 3,061 277,250 3,213 12.9 4.9 151 276 245,600 3,453 277,250 3,638 129 5.4 186 Edna 270 266.200 3,225 298,100 3,472 12.0 7.7 248 271 266,200 2,903 298,100 3,144 12.0 &3 241 272 266,200 3,129 298,100 3,291 12.0 5.2 162 273 266.200 3,344 298,100 3,241 120 -3.1 -103 280 266,200 3,065 298,100 3,246 12.0 5.9 181 283 266,200 3,422 298,100 3,622 12.0 5.8 199 Golden Valley 270 177,300 2,354 198,500 2,565 120 &9 210 281 177,300 2,497 198,500 2,824 120 13.1 327 Hopkins 270 146,250 2,023 164,500 2,271 125 12.3 249 273 146,250 2,088 164,500 2,144 12.5 2.7 56 283 146,250 2,131 164,500 2,354 125 10.4 222 Maple Grove 279 187,600 2,668 211,000 2,551 12.5 -4.4 -117 284 187,600 2,265 211,000 2,428 125 7.2 163 883 187,600 2,403 211,000 2,668 125 11.0 265 Minneapolis 001 112,400 1,506 126,600 1,719 126 14.2 213 Minnetonka 270 207,000 2,504 232,100 2,726 121 8.8 221 276 207,000 2,759 232,100 2,914 12.1 5.6 155 283 207,000 2,650 232,100 2,828 121 6.7 177 284 207,000 2,462 232,100 2,656 121 7.9 194 Mound 277 146,500 1,664 166,700 1,798 13.8 &1 134 New Hope 281 151,500 2,125 169,600 2,404 120 13.1 279 Orono 276 337,800 4,325 385,7501 4,594 14.2 6,2 269 277 337,800 3,726 385,750 3,793 14.2 1.8 66 278 337,800 3,546 385,750 3,779 14.2 6.6 233 284 337,800 3,853 385,750 4,139 14.2 7.4 286 Plymouth 270 227,000 2,598 253,200 2,830 11.5 &9 232 279 227,000 3,048 253,200 2901 11.5 -4.8 -146 281 227,000 2,809 253,200 3,186 11.5 13.5 378 284 227,000 2,589 253,200 2,780 11.5 7.4 191 Richfield 280 137,300 1,563 153,700 1,718 11.9 9.9 155 Robbinsdale 281 116,600 1,494 130,700 1,692 121 13.3 198 Rogers 728 200,100 2,762 220,000 2,806 10.0 1.6 44 St Anthony 282 160,900 2,083 180,700 2,438 123 17.0 355 St Louis Pk. 270 146,400 1,743 164,500 1,982 124 113.8 240 273 146,400 1,808 164,500 1,850 12.4 2.3 42 283 146,400 1,851 164,500 2,048 124 10.6 196 Shorewood 276 261,600 3,590 295,400 3,808 12.9 6.1 218 277 261,600 3,1171 295,4001 3,195 129 25 78 Scott County New Prague 721 $140,000 $1,734 $156,800 $1,842 12.0% 6.2%$108 Prior lake 719 205,000 2,762 229,000 2,886 11.7 4.5 124 720 205,000 2,458 229,000 2,474 11.7 0.7 16 Savage 191 194,000 2,450 217,300 2,722 120 11.1 272 719 194,000 2,616 217,300 2,988 120 14.2 372 720 194,000 2,328 217,300 2,636 120 13.2 308 Shakopee 191 158,000 1,710 176,900 1,796 120 &0 86 720 158,000 1,612 176,900 1,736 12.0 7.7 124 Washington County Cottage Grove 2001 $140,300 $1,226 $157,600 $1,448 123% 18.1% $222 833 Forest Lake 831 Hugo 624 831 832 834 Lake Elmo 622 832 834 Mahtomedl 832 Oakdale 622 St Paul Park 833 Stillwater 834 Woodbury 622 833 834 140,300 1,729 157,600 1,823 123 5.4 94 160,600 1,555 181,100 1,613 128 3.8 58 170,800 1,788 192,900 1,875 129 4.8 87 170,800 1,752 192,900 1,829 129 4.4 78 170,800 1,877 192,900 1,946 129 3.7 69 170,800 1,800 192,900 1,795 129 -0.3 -5 260,100 2,719 299,300 2,790 15.1 2.6 71 260,100 2,727 299,300 2,816 15.1 3.2 88 260,100 2,689 299,300 2,663 15.1 -1.0 -26 197,000 2,142 220,600 2,232 120 4.2 90 144,200 1,579 162,500 1,626 12.7 3.0 47 120,800 1,299 135,700 1,407 123 8.4 109 162,000 1,925 182,300 1,977 125 2.7 52 190,000 2,186 215,300 2,248 13.3 2.8 62 190,000 2,370 215,300 2,418 13.3 20 48 190,000 2,164 1 215,3001 2,157 13.3 -0.3 -7 -Victoria is included even though its population in 2002 was 4,790, slightly under the 5,000 cutoff. Sources: County auditors and assessors' offices Star Tribune /� Metro tax rankings for 2003 TThe Citizens League 39th annual review of property taxes in 108 metro area communities compared 2003 tax bills on an average valued home in each community and calculated the tax bill for a $160,00 home (the average for the 7 county metro area) in each community. In communities served by more than one school district, researchers calculated a tax bill based on the school district that served the majority of homes. $160,000 Home* Average Value Home- Commmity(sdxui ds6lct) 2003 Rank %dirge Avg. 1003 Rank %dmnge %dwige tax drrge armed tax. "- In weeed In tax value rdue;> 2002-03 Anoka County Carver County •Ahypoftdcal home In eKh eamrrity with anareseed mrket value of 5360,000 •'The avrage value of a nrNpk: nl hrnestead properly In the mrmwriy Source MM ota DgwVnW of Reverw calculations by the Otm, League Star Trbune startribunexom Close window Book helps split-level owners, prospective buyers update Star Tribune Published 01/07/2004 Does your home give you split-level headaches? Owners and prospective buyers will find antidotes aplenty in the newly released "Split Visions: A Planbook of Remodeling Ideas for Split-level and Split -entry Houses," ($10). The book, third in a series of community - produced remodeling guides, aims to help owners adapt those '40s-, '50s -and '60s -era homes to meet modern needs. Architect Robert Gerloff and associate Jeremiah Battles collaborated with 15 Minnesota communities to produce the book, which defines the three most popular split types -- and then shows how to transform them. Hip layout and graphics (the work of be design inc. of Minneapolis) give the spiral -bound book a retro feel, and quotes from owners of split-level homes are used as introductions to architectural drawings that show and solve the problems. Among them: expanding the kitchen (Amy from Burnsville), adding a front porch (Shari from Lino Lakes) and adding warmth to a cold design (Kathy from Brooklyn Park). The 34 -page book also tackles reworking an entry, redesigning the basement and connecting the home and yard, among others. Additional useful features: brief sidebars on landscaping, fixing fireplaces and rotting decks; a primer on common split-level issues, and practical considerations for remodeling, including budgeting, zoning and hiring a builder. Gerloff also headed up the groups compiling earlier planbooks, on bungalow extensions (1997) and on Cape Cods and ramblers (1999). "Split Visions" collaborators include the cities of Brooklyn Park, Burnsville, Circle Pines, Coon Rapids, Golden Valley, Maplewood, Mounds View, New Hope, Plymouth, Roseville, Shoreview and housing and community development organizations in Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey and Washington counties. WHERE TO FIND THE BOOK: • Purchase by phone: City of Brooklyn Park, 763-493-8054 • Purchase in person: Aforementioned government offices • Download free copy: pdf version at http://www.split-level.com © Copyright 2004 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. TROUPE Q�n�MCM. Theatrical Productions, Road Shows, Convention Entertainment FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Curt Wollan, 612-333-3302 Linda Twiss, 612-333-3302 JANUARY 19TH MAKES THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PLYMOUTH PLAYHOUSE (January 2, 2004, Minneapolis, MN) Monday, January 19, 2004, makes the 30th Birthday of a Twin Cities theatrical success story- The Plymouth Playhouse. Some of the longest running and most popular area productons have graced the stage of this small and very comfortable 211 seat theatre. Most recently, the series of How To Talk Minnesotan Musicals, opened in January 1997. The little theatre has grossed over $6,000,000 with the How To Talk Minnesotan series alone. Area premieres of small musical comedy hits marked Plymouth's success story since the early 1980's. The Jesse James musical, Diamond Studs, opened in the Fall of 1981 for an eight week run, and stayed for one year winning the Twin Cities Drama Critics Circle "Kudos" Awards that season for Best Musical, Best Choreography, and Best Direction. "That's when the Playhouse took off', says Curt Wollan, Producer and Director of the Playhouse for the last 25 years. "Long runs became the norm and we were able to get first run titles because of our track record". Long run productions have included the area premieres of Pump Boys and Dinettes, Nunsense, CottonPatch Gospel, The Lovely Liebowitz Sisters, 1 Love You, You're Perfect, Now Change, A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline, and A Day in Hollywood/A Night In The Ukaraine. Pump Boys and Dinettes opened in 1983 and was the first producton of the popular musical outside of New York City. The New York Producers were so impressed with the Playhouse Production that they chose it to tour the country. Since then there have been five national tours, the last one in the 1999/2000 season. The Playhouse was originally _the brainchild of OldLog Theatre's Don Stolz, who a ong with Carlson Companies Founder, Curt Carlson, decided to add a small conference theatre to the new Radisson In Plymouth. The idea was to use the Theatre as a business conference center during the day and a live theatre at night. The idea worked and continues to work to this day. Business people can stay at the hotel, now the Best Western Kelly Inn, attend their conference during the day, and see a show at night. Weekend getaway packages have served families and couples since 1982. A room, dinner coupons, now with the Green Mill Restaurant located above the theatre, and show tickets combine into the popular "Stay & Play " package- all under one roof. Producer/Director Curt Wollan came on board the Playhouse in 1978 as a Guest Director for the Minnesota Music Theatre's Production of ManWith A Load Of Mischief. When they left in 1979, Wollan and partner Jim Johnson took over the contract as Playcrafters Productions and then Stage Two Productions. Wollan bought out his partner in 1988, and formed Troupe America, Inc. which has operatd the Plymouth Playhouse since 1988. Hennepin Center For The Arts - 528 Hennepin Ave., Suite 206 - Minneapolis, MN 55403 Office: (612)333-3302 - Fax: (612)333-4337 - www.troupeamerica.com A special performance of the new Ice Fishing Musical, Guys On Ice, will be held on January 19th at 7 pm to celebrate the anniversary with ticket prices rolled back to 1974 prices. A reception will follow. Actors, designers and technicians who have worked in the past at the Plymouth Playhouse are invited to call Troupe America's office at 612- 333-3302 for complimentary tickets. Public tickets and information may be obtained by calling the Plymouth Playhouse Box Office at 763-553-1600 or via plymouthplayhouse.com. -30 - Hennepin Center For The Arts - 528 Hennepin Ave., Suite 206 - Minneapolis, MN 55403 Office: (612)333-3302 - Fax: (612)333-4337 - www.troupeamerica.com Iv From: Northwest Metro Study Northwest Metro Study [mailto:Northwest Metro_Study@metc.state.mn.us] Sent: Tuesday, January 06, 2004 2:55 PM To: Anne Hurlburt; Barb Senness; Bob Stein; Dan Faulkner; Laurie Ahrens; George Bentley; Ginny Black; Judy Johnson; Karl Neset; Kelli Slavik; Pat Qvale; Sandy Hewitt; Tim Bildsoe Subject: Transit Study Public Workshops Dear Northwest Metro Transit Study Stakeholder, Thank you for your interest in the Northwest Metro Transit Study. As part of our review of current bus service and planning how to best serve customers in the future, Metro Transit is working with communities throughout the study area to host a series of public workshops in January 2004. Similar to the stakeholder workshop in October 2003, Metro Transit staff will share information about current transit service, bus ridership, demographics and how these influence planning decisions. Workshop participants will be able to give us valuable input through a planning exercise designing bus routes, discussion and a brief survey. For those who cannot attend a workshop, the survey is also available on our website. As a key community representative you are invited to attend these workshops. We ask you to please invite community members who may be interested in the future of transit service in north Minneapolis and the NW suburbs to attend as well. Meeting dates and locations, the survey and other project information can be found at www.metrocouncil.org/transit/NWstudy.htm. If you have any questions about the workshops or the study, please contact Cyndi Harper, project manager, at (612)349-7723. Thank you for your interest and support of transit in north Minneapolis and the northwest suburbs. Mies, Help shape transit in your area! As cities change, transit needs to change along with them. To meet today's transportation needs, Metro Transit is retooling bus routes north of Highway 55 and west of the Mississippi River. Attend a meeting and provide your comments, which will help shape a draft service plan for review later in the year. All meetings are scheduled from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and are open to the public. Thursday, Jan. 15 New Hope New Hope City Hall Chambers 4401 Xylon Avenue North Tuesday, Jan. 27 Brooklyn Center Brooklyn Center Community Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Wednesday, Jan. 21 Wednesday, Jan. 28 Brooklyn Park/Champlin North Minneapolis Brooklyn Park Community Activity Center Creekside Community Center 5600 85th Avenue North 5001 Irving Avenue North Thursday, Jan. 22 Maple Grove/Osseo Maple Grove City Hall Community Preparedness Room 12800 Arbor Lakes Parkway Thursday, Jan. 29 Robbinsdale /Crystal/ Golden Valley Robbinsdale Police Station Community Room (lower level) 4101 Hubbard Avenue North Q MelToTransit a service of the Metropolitan Council Minnehaha Creek Watershed District Information for professionals working with water issues. water wise: Minnehaha Creek` Watershed District's Proposed Buffer Rule Prepares for Public Review The Value of Buffers Buffers are an essential part of a developed watershed. Development, by either agricultural intensification or urbanization, is accompanied by soil compaction, loss of vegetation, and increase in impervious surfaces; all these reduce the absorptive capacity of the land. This loss, coupled with introduction of new sources of non -point source pollution, results in higher volumes and velocities of surface runoff carrying larger loads of contaminants. The consequences to the quality of life in Minnehaha Creek watershed are significant: increased flooding and erosion, water quality degradation, reduced biological productivity, and diminished recreational opportunities in some of the state's highly -prized water resources. Buffers alone cannot solve problems caused by excess and contaminated runoff, but they can provide a cost-effective approach to mitigating development pressures. In fact, a nationwide effort is underway to protect lakes, rivers and streams, and wetlands by focusing on the critical and highly vulnerable zones surrounding them. This larger effort by fed- eral and state governments underscores the importance of building a partnership among landowners, communities, 3 << VOL. 1, ISSUE 3 FALL 2003 Inside: ♦ Proposed MCWD Itule M on Buffers ♦ Excerpts from MCWD's Technical Fact Sheet on Buffers ♦ Trillium Bay Homeowner's Associa- tion shoreline restoration and buffer project business, and citizens' groups in Minnehaha Creek to promote the long-term health and beauty of our watershed. History of the Proposed Rule M Currently Rule D Wetland Protection establishes the width of the buffer is based on the size of the wet- land. The MCWD Board of Managers was inter- ested in determining sound scientific principles to add buffers to lakes and streams so they began a two-year process of review as 1i61 lows: • Conducted extensive buffer research and re- viewed scientific studies. • Developed the first draft of Itule M and sent it out for public comment in the spring of 2001. • Based on comments received, the MCWD con- ducted additional research. • Due to input from the Twin Cities Builders As- sociation in 2002, the Board decided it would be in the best interests of the rule and its implementation to base buffers on the Functional Assessment of Wetlands (FAW). • In 2003, the District completed the FAW for wetlands 1/4 acre or larger. • The board -appointed task force revised Rule \i and it was released for public comment in early December 2003. The FAW was distributed by the MCWD to cities located in the District and other entities such as the Twin Cities Builders Association and Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and is available to any- one by electronic copy. Maps are available through your city or the MCWD at 952-471-0590. Page 2 Highlights of the proposed Rule M are: ♦ Wetland barffer widths are based on function and value Currently, buffer permits, for single family homes are re- quired in most situations. Under the new Rule M, buffers are only, required_lor single family homes when increasing impervious sur faces by 50%, or in large home develop- ments or redevelopments. ♦ The rule includes a Comprehensive Site Water Resources Plan, or alternate plan for water quality protection. An alternate plan mau• be proposed in place of a portion of the buffer area, if it provides the same water quality protection, peak flow and volume control, and plant and wildlife habi- tat preservation as the established buffer requirements. More simply put... flexibility is provided in the rule for site specific considerations. hi an effort to help everyone clearly understand the purpose and intent of this rule, the District is developing technical and general public educational WaterPro Fact Sheets about buffers. These documents will include design profiles, plant lists, etc. The following are excerpts from the technical fact sheet. Buffer Fact Sheet Design and maintenance of effective buffers Two key considerations wide buffer design: (1) the func- tions and values of the receiving water, including its sensi- tivity to disturbance; and (2) physical characteristics of the riparian zone. Differing functions and values of lakes, streams, and wet- lands in a watershed (including their importance to water supply, fish and wildlife, and recreation) should be assessed in determining buffering needs. In general, recreational lakes and streams, highly diverse wetlands, and sensitive plant or wildlife communities should be given greater pro- tection than wetlands used for stormwater management. It is important to note that, while buffers around lakes, wet- lands, and streams are similar in most ways, some differ- ences should be factored into design decisions (see Table B on page 3). Physical characteristics of a riparian zone should also factor into buffer design. In particular, the presence of steep slopes (greater than 12% grade) and highly erod- ible soils (0.35 or greater) usually indicate the need to extend the buffer width to the top of a slope wherever possible. Increasing plant density, especially with deep-rooted shrubs and trees, further stabilizes steep and erodible areas. The effectiveness of buffers in protection or rehabili- tatincy ecological functions and values depends on four factors: width, vegetative character. sheet flow. and maintenance. Step -by -Step to Buffer Development Gatherbasicsite information: slope, soil char- acteristics, drainage patterns. surrounding_ land uses. and sunlight exposure. ODetermine location and size of buffers based on site considerations and functional goals. Ac- cess to shoreline through buffers should be designed to direct runoff into vegetated areas. OEnsure upgradient design to prevent concen- trated flow and correct erosion problems. Use lost impact construction methods to create uneven group topography. ONatural buffer: the simplest and cheapest �vay to naturalize a buffer area is to simply stop moNving and to allow a natural succession of plants to establish themselves—first grasses and groundcovers. followed by woody species. If this does not produce the desired effect, professional advice on landscaping and plant selection should be sought. 3 04 ® �qw • MZ W: Page 3 CD Landscaped buffer: a more managed buffer takes less time to establish but is more costly. Use natural refe-- ence sites to select appropriate native plants for the project site, or talk to local nurseries about plants that a -e attractive, easy to maintain, and provide wildlife benefits. To avoid genetic competition, native plants should come from local sources. Where possible, incorporate a multiple -zone design: an outer zone of grasses and groundcovers to filter runoff, and inner (shoreline) zones of shrubs and trees to increase infiltration and nutrient uptake. Protect existing native plants before planting and mulch afterwards. K): Water plants regularly until they are established. Remove diseased or invasive species quickly and. as much possible, by hand. As a general rule, avoid mowing, raking, or removing leaf litter and deadfall. Ata mini- mum, delaying these activities until late in the growing season decreases the loss of total solids and phosphorus into aquatic systems. Do not use fertilizers and pesticides within 50 feet of waterbodies. and, a special note, after Januar,.. 2004, use only phosphorus -free fertilizers in the seven -county metropolitan area. HartniO7 The eight -page technical WaterPro Fact Sheet #B-001 on Bitj) including plant lists and buffer design:. is avai - able throm,lr the AfC1VD offices at 952-471-0590, jelliscumisn ehahac•reeh.org or it-wiv.minnehahacreelt.org in eL December. Table B Specific considerations for lakes, streams, and wetlands Lakes Lakes are highly sensitive to changes in the watershed and increasingly susceptible to oxyaen- depleting algal blooms. Excess algae and invasive plants destroy important recreational re- sources. Emergent vegetation is critical to buffer shoreland from waves and boat wakes and for fish habitat. Research indicates that clearer lakes are associated with higher property val- ues. River & Streams Rivers and streams process energy and material from the surrounding landscape at much higher levels than other ecosystems. To function properly, the connectivity between channel, floodplain, streambank, and terrace should be maintained. The slopes of a river valley or stream bank are especiallyimportant in designing riparian buffers. Also, because of periodic flooding, estimated peak flows and elevations for one-, ten-, and 50 -year floods should be incorporated into buffer design. Wetlands Many different types of wetlands exist in the Minnehaha Creek watershed -shallow and deep marshes, shrub thickets, wet meadows, and swamps — all providing different water quality and quantity functions, and habitat types. The NiCWD divides wetlands into four classes: Preserve (high quality and sensitive ecosystems requiring a high degree of protection); and Class 1. 2, and 3 (reflecting differences in quality and vegetative diversity and indicating different storm - water management purposes.) SCI Page 2 Highlights of the proposed Rule M are: ♦ Wetland buffer widths are based on fiinction and value. ♦ Currently, bt(ffer permits for single family homes are re- quired in most situations. Under the new Rule M, bzjf"ers are only required, for single family homes when increasing impervious surfaces br 50%, or in large home develop- ments or redevelopments ♦ The rale includes a Comprehensive Site Water Resources Plan, or alternate plan for water quality protection. An alternate plan men• be proposed in place of a portion of the buffer area, if it provides the same water quality protection, peak flow and volume control, and plant and wildlife habi- tat preservation as the established buffer requirements. More simple- put....lexibility is provided in the rule for site specific considerations. In an effort to help everyone clearly understand the purpose and intent of this rule, the District is developing technical and general public educational WaterPro Fact Sheets about buffers. These documents will include design profiles, plant lists, etc. The following are excerpts from the technical fact sheet. Buffer Fact Sheet Design and maintenance of effective buffers Two key considerations guide buffer design: (1) the func- tions and values of the receiving water, including its sensi- tivity to disturbance: and (2) physical characteristics of the riparian zone. Differing functions and values of lakes, streams, and wet- lands in a watershed ( including their importance to water supply, fish and wildlife, and recreation) should be assessed in determining buffering needs. In general, recreational lakes and streams, highly diverse wetlands, and sensitive plant or Nvildlife communities should be given greater pro- tection than wetlands used for stormwater management. It is important to note that, while buffers around lakes, wet- lands, and streams are similar in most ways, some differ- ences should be factored into design decisions (see Table B on page 3). 10 140 e� SMP . IF Physical characteristics of a riparian zone should also factor into buffer design. In particular. the presence of steep slopes (greater than 12% grade) and high1 erod- ible soils (0.35 or greater) usually indicate the need to extend the buffer width to the top of a slope where\ er possible. Increasing plant density, especially with deep-rooted shrubs and trees, further stabilizes steep and erodible areas. The effectiveness of buffers in protection or reliabili- tating ecological functions and values depends on four factors: width. vegetative character, sheet flow. and maintenance. Step -by -Step to Buffer Development OGather basic site information: slope, soil char- acteristics, drainage patterns, surrounding land uses, and sunlight exposure. ODetermine location and size of buffers based on site considerations and functional goals. Ac- cess to shoreline through buffers should be designed to direct runoff into vegetated areas. OEnsure upgradient design to prey cnt concen- trated flow and correct erosion problems. Use low impact construction methods to create uneven group topography. ONatural buffer: the simplest and cheapest stay to naturalize a buffer area is to simply stop mowing and to allo-%r a natural succession of plants to establish themselves —first grasses and groundcovers, followed by woody species. If this does not produce the desired effect, professional advice on landscaping and plant selection should be sought. 1� A A 04F WS 3 7 Mimiehilha Creek Watershed District Information for professionals working with wader issues. water wise: FREE TO CITIES, TOWNSHIPS AND PUBLIC AGENCIES GROUN D -BREAKING HYDROLOGIC / HYDRAULIC AND POLLUTANT LOADING STUDY HIGHLIGHTS WATERSHED RESEARCH, IODELING AND EDUCATION After three -plus years of intensive work, the Hydrau- lic/ Hydraulic and Pollutant Loading Study(H &H) is completed and available gratis to all cities, townships and other public agencies with the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. The landmark study provides cost-effective and cutting-edge data and insights into water resources. management, hydrology, pollutant loading. hydraulics and land use planning within the 12 subwatersheds for the next two decades. The H & H study will help the MCWD and its partner- ing public bodies better understand and plan for hu- man and natural effects on the wetlands, streams and lakes that snake up the watershed, while also laying the framework for the district to im- plement performance-based rules. According to Eric Evenson, Admin- istrator of the MCWD, the study is a ground -breaking research tool that is timely and extremely important. "The sheer scope of the H & H study makes it a lead- ing strategic tool not only locally but nationally," Evenson notes. "The study will provide critical data and new knowledge about water resources and land use planning within all subwatersheds for cities and towns, other agencies, the MCWD board, staff and VOL. 1, ISsI E 4 WIN'1'ISIt 2003 Featuring: • MCWD's Hydraulic/Hydraulic and Pollutant -Loading Model consultants. Plus it is a wonderful tool to use for public education and communications programs." The study developed an integrated model of the upper and lower watersheds and focused on 1 MCNVD subwatersheds in order to understand the challenges facing the 'Iinnehaha Creek watershed as a whole and within individual bioregions. "This is a dynamic approach to water quality and quan- tity management," Evenson says. "And it recom- mends project solutions and partnering opporttuli- ties in each subwatershed, which will prove to be a more cost-effective guideline for cities facing fi- nancial shortfalls in environmental areas." The study contains hydraulic, hydrologic and pol- lutant -loading models that simulate non -point and point -source pollution loading and runoff, flood profiles and pollution loading. The pollutant - loading models provide new data that establishes limits on harmfiil discharges from the subwater- sheds of the district into area lakes, streams and wetlands. The project included two major components. "Technical Evaluation and Model Creation" and "Public Involvement." TECHNICAL EVALUATION AND MODEL CREATION The technical evaluation and model creation com- ponent of the project involved a Technical Advi- sory Committee (TAC) formed to develop model- ing programs, data needs and to analyze model out- puts. Representatives included individuals from MPCA, DNR, MPRB, MnDOT, Army Corp of -Sa (continued on page ox o) Page 2 Engineers, Met Council, several municipal engineers from MCWD cities, plus Three Rivers Park. Hennepin and Carver Counties, cities, townships and private consultants. Key elements of the technical evaluation and model creation component included: ♦ Data collection: The voluminous data collected during the process includes: monitoring data. survey data, creek cross-sections, infrastructure location and elevations, precipitation data, groundwater data, 2000 digital orthophotography, contour elevations for the entire district (2 -foot on creeks and 5 -foot elsewhere). and land cover classifications. ♦ Customized GIS: All the resulting data and modeling outputs have been integrated into a customized GIS. Based on existing conditions and projected 2020 land use conditions, the district Nvill have a living resource for planning, data management, mapping, performance-based rule making, and many other uses. Continuing input from model users to MCWD staff will be downloaded into the models and re-routed back to cities for an always up-to-date model and for more cohesive and strategic water management and plan- ning. ♦ Water Quantity Modelin: After consulting with the technical advisory committee (TAC) the XP- t5SWMM model, a public domain model developed by the EPA, was chosen to model water quantity in the various district creeks and waterways which could lead to recommendations for updating of floodplain ele- vations. • Water Quality Modeling: Similar to water quantity, efforts in this phase focused on the common chl-, acteristics of the upper and lower watersheds, with a final analysis of the overall watershed. Models used were HSPF and PLOAD for out -of -lake modeling and WiLMS for in -lake modeling. The Painter Creek subwatershed vas used as the pilot project area to test the models before moving into other areas of the di.;- trict. It was chosen because it drains to Jennings Bay, a high-priority interest for the MCWD board, whic', has previously collected a substantial amount of data in the Painter Creek subwatershed through a reyie« national scientists and engineers over the past nvo years. That expert panel laid the groundwork for devel- oping a method of predicting and limiting pollutant loads being transported to surface waters. ♦ Groundwater Analysis: Using existing data and new monitoring where necessary. the study's grour.c water analysis helped create a tool to understand the interaction between surface waters and groundwater. One of these tools is a map that demonstrates infiltration potential in each subwatershed. PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT The H & H study took more than three -years of development, research, execution and implementation, much of it involving the public and key advisory groups: • Nine regional teams, each made up of 5-10 people, met 72 times with key stakeholders in the subwatersheds to ana- lyze data and set goals. (continued on page three) 35 Region Three: Citizens Lee Keeley, Andy Walstea= work with Gar. =aerts of EOR ;o designate problem areas within their s -_watershed. Region One and Two: Minneapolis, Richfield, Golden Valley, St. Louis Park, Edina. Hopkins, Minnetonka Region Three: Plymouth, Wayzata, Woodland, Deephaven Region Four: Medina, Long Lake, Orono Region Five: Tonka Bay, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood Region Six: Mound, Spring Park, Minnetonka Beach Region Seven: Victoria, Chanhassen, Laketown Township, Waconia Township Region Eight: Watertown Township, Minnetrista, St. Bonifacius Region Nine: Independence, Maple Plain A Public Advisory Committee (PAC) made up of municipal staff, elected officials and civic leaders ,vas formed to act as a steering committee for overall public input. Over a period of a year -and -a -half and 90 meetings, close to 100 people participated. FINAL OUTCOMES OF THE H & H PROJECT The H & H project was initially expected to provide four basic outcomes: Hydrologic and hydraulic analysis of the entire watershed => Provide current technical data resources for floodplain mapping => Provide the basis for developing a pollutant load limit approach to water quality Planning tool for watersheds, cities, and other water resource professionals But as the project progressed, it became clear that the potential uses of the resources being developed were greater than originally conceived. Some of the added benefits of the final study are: Local Government Use: 1. Strategic planning tool for development within the city 2. Floodplain issues/flood control program 3. Water duality planning 4. Resource for city projects 5. COE project «'ater Quality Pollutant -Loading Goals 1. Establish pollutant -loading limits for each basin 2. Redefine water quality goals for MCWD 3. Identitti- BMP's for water quality NPDES Phase II Permit: 1. Provides the modeling necessary to satisfy permit requirements 2. BMP selection 1%ICWD Third Generation Watershed Management Plan and City Water Resources Plans: 1. Identify- and prioritize short/long-term projects 2. Resource for establishing district -wide goals 3. Better definition of hydrologic boundaries Rules Revisions: Scientific basis for riles revisions «Vater Quantity—Flood Prevention: 1. Update flood elevations on Minnehaha and other major creeks 2. Identify problem flooding areas and potential solutions to the problems 3.Resource for development in flood -prone areas 4. Technical basis to assist cities in flood map revision process (continued on page four) Ll C/ Page 4 Permit/Regulatory Program: 1. Provide peak flow data and projected changes 2. Recommend BMP's based on site conditions 3. Identify areas to be avoided by development 4. Assist in wetland protection and restoration Model creek impacts Education: 1. Website interactive mapping 2. Resource for secondary and higher education Hvdrodata Monitoring Program: 1. Identify gaps in existing data 2. Make monitoring data more mel-ningftil Quick Response to Public Inquir-,: 1. "How high will the lake get?" Time and Monev Savings 1. First steps for feasibility studies completer: by modeling 2. Preliminary work for district pro: acts HOW TO RECEIVE YOUR COPY OF THE MODEL Contact John Erdelen, MCWD Modeler, at jerdelen cominnehahacreek.org or 952-4"1-0590. The MCWD is ready to distribute the H & H Model to cities and townships and other public a` e-ncies in ne district. Before ,:lease, a one-year license agreement needs to be completed (an extension ma-,.- ne grant, -d for additional u -sage beyond the one-year period). If a city or township wants the model to be p:_-ced with their em ineerinc consulting firm, a third -party agreement will need to be completed with the N'-CWD. -fin important aspect of all agreements is the request from cities for input and updating to the mods: -,N-hen changes occur w'Ihin the city. John Erdelen, the MCWD's modeler, will update the model at r_; cost ane re-route it back to the municipality. What does the MCWD provide? - Set of the XP-SWMM Model files - Set of WiLMS files - PLOAD spreadsheets in Excel format - HHPLS Report What else will you need to run the niodel? - XPSWMM—hydraulic modeling softwa-e - WiLMS—available flee from the Wisconsin DNR - Microsoft Excel software Note: To date the H H model has been distributed to MnDOT, HDR Engineering for the Army Corp of Engineers, Bonner = _Io & Assoc' --:es for the Cite oFOrono Iimiehaha Creek '' #atershed District Postage =.ftixed Iiz-= 18202 Minnetonka Boulevard, Deephaven, MN 55391 Phone: 952-471-0590 Fax 952-471-0682 E-mail: admin@minnehahacreek.org Web Site and List Serve News Subscription: www.minnehahacreek.c_ District Office: Eric Evenson, Administrator Board of Manaeers Lance Fisher, Pam Blixt, James Calkins, Monica Gross, Susan Goetz, Dick Miller, Scott Thomas PLM MOVT FIRE -RESCUE PLYMOUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, Minnesota 55447 763-509-5120 FIRE -RESCUE INCIDENT OF INTEREST DATE: December 2003/January 2004 TIME: Varies ADDRESS: Hwy. 494 DETAILS: During the past week, the Department has been dispatched to several motor vehicle accidents in our city. Several accidents have occurred on Hwy. 494 (the "Turnpike") resulting in serious injuries and one fatality. Two of the accidents involved victim entrapment. A synopsis of these incidents follows: December 29 at 3:00 p.m. Hwy. 494 and Carlson Pky. Three -vehicle accident with entrapment and several injuries. December 30 at 10:13 p.m. Hwy. 494 and Hwy. 55 Three -vehicle accident (fatal). January 2 at10:45 p.m. Hwy 494 and Hwy. 55 Vehicle accident with entrapment. Our assured response and exceptional rescue and EMS skills helped to reduce the pain and suffering of those involved in these accidents. Thank you for your professional response. RESPONSE TIME: Varies FIRE ORIGIN/CAUSE: ESTIMATED FIRE LOSS: P.F.D. RESPONDING UNITS: Engine Companies: E-11, E-21 Ladder Companies: L-31 Support Units: U-22, Rescue Companies: R-11, R-21, R-31 Chief Officers: C-31, C-21 Mutual Aid: ASSISTING AGENCIES: EMS: Yes Red Cross: No Salvation Army: No Public Works: No State FM: No DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MINUTES Wednesday, December 10, 2003,7:00 p.m. Members Present Kathy Osborne, Brian Forrest, Geoff Conklin, Karen Chesebrough, Terry Jaffoni, Molly Beste and Andy Walstead Members Absent Boe Carlson, Chris Graham and Katie He Others/Staff Present Ginny Black, City Council Liaison Brian Vlach, Three Rivers Park District Shane Missaghi, Water Resources Engineer Margie Vigoren, Solid Waste/Environmental Education Coordinator Kris Hageman, Solid Waste Coordinator Patty Hillstrom, Secretary Call to Order Ms. Osborne brought the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Review of Agenda Discussion of the Bassett Creek Watershed Commission 2nd Generation Plan, the proposed high voltage transmission line and the lake management plan for Gleason Lake were added to the agenda. The City of Plymouth: Changing Demographics video will be postponed if time is limited. Minutes It was moved by Andy .Valstead, seconded by Karen Chesebrough and unanimously approved L•y the committee that the minutes for Meeting No. 133, November 12, 2003, be approved as written. Guest Introduction Liz Thornton introduced herself as the Plymouth representative on the Bassett Creek Watershed Commission and stated that she is present to observe an EQC meeting. Plymouth Solid Margie Vigoren, Solid Waste/Environmental Education Coordinator, referred to Waste Program the handout and made the following comments regarding the Solid Waste Program: Environmental Extra — The Environmental Extra was included in three issues of the Plymouth News in 2003 and will continue to be the same in 2004 with a focus on solid waste in the May and September issue. Advantap,e Newsletter — A periodically produced publication presenting information aimed at helping Plymouth businesses meet environmental goals while improving competitiveness. Ms. Hageman will continue refinements to best meet the needs of members and the community. Page 1 of 6 C:IDocuments and SettingsMoffmanlLocal Settingsl Temporary Internet FilesIOLK677I121001doc Environmental Quality Fair — The event will be held on February 23, 2004 at Zachary Lane Elementary school with the theme "Respect Your World". Yard & Garden Expo — This year's event will be held on April 3, 2004 with efforts being made to expand exhibitors and workshop presentations, increase attendance and also includes the production of a take-home yard care guide. A focus group will be held on December 9, 2003 with past exhibitors to gather input from them. Arbor Day/Earth Day Presentations — Earth Week presentations will be offered to all third grade classes in the City in 2004. Special Collection — Ms. Vigoren noted the matrix included in the EQC packet with statistics on the two events held in 2003. Autumn Arts Fair Plymouth On Parade and Old Fashioned Christmas — Continued participation at these events in 2004 with waste reduction and reuse craft projects involving children. Environmental Champion Award — Continued promotion of program in 2004. Recyclopedia — The Recyclopedia is a cooperative effort between the cities of Golden Valley, Hopkins, Minnetonka, the West Hennepin Recycling Commission and Plymouth with the addition of St. Louis Park in 2003. The publication was updated in 2003, produced and mailed to every resident and business in Plymouth for $.35 a piece. The next update will occur in 2005. America Recycles Day — Promotion will continue in 2004 with a slide show at the Mann Theatre. Environmental Speakers Bureau — Training and speaking engagements will continue in 2004 with an effort to make information presented more grab and go. School Presentations — Quite a few presentations were given throughout the year and will continue in 2004 upon request. Reducing Toxins in the Home — Ms. Vigoren stated that parents in E.C.F.E. classes are really interested in this program and take action. Abandoned Waste Program — This program will continue in 2004. City f Plymouth Website — Update of solid waste information on the City's website will continue in 2004. Page 2 of 6 C: (Documents and SettingslkhoffmanlLocal SettingslTemporary Internet FilesIOLK6771121003.doc Yard Care/Yard Waste Brochure — An updated yard care guide was produced and published in 2003 promoting environmentally preferable yard care practices and will be included in new resident packets in 2004. Backyard Compost Bin Promotion and Sales — In 2003, 100 compost bins were purchased from Hennepin County at a reduced rate and sold to residents to promote backyard composting. Thirty bins were sold. The program will continue in 2004. Program Evaluation — A citizens survey and/or citizen focus group discussions will be conducted to help guide future plans for Plymouth's solid waste programs. There may be an opportunity for inclusion of the survey in a City wide survey. Kris Hageman, Solid Waste Coordinator referred to the memo and made the following comments regarding the solid waste program: Plastic Bag Recycling Program - Cub Foods, Byerly's and Kowolski's have a new plastic bag recycling program in their stores called "In the Bag". Containers are provided at the front or exit of the store for disposal of any retail plastic bags. A Minnesota company processes the plastic bags making them into lumber, decking, deck furniture and fencing. This product is a little more expensive than wood, but requires no painting and does not rot. Plymouth Yard Waste Site — The yard waste site experienced growth in numbers of visitors (23,400 in six months). Wood mulch and high quality compost were available for anyone. Larger logs are now accepted and these are double ground for park use. A small amount of the leaves accepted are added to ground brush and hauled to District Energy, an electric utility in St. Paul. Most leaves are used by Hennepin Parks. Screening of material for compost is expensive and it is unclear at this time how much compost will be produced in the future. Special Collection — Two special collection days offered residents the opportunity to recycle a variety of items. There were 1,200 cars for the spring event and down to 800 for the fall event. The majority of the workers are volunteers but 10-14 City staff are still required to make the event possible. Ms. Osborne noted that the event worked better with the yard waste site closed on that day. Recycling Opportunities at City Events — Throughout the year City staff tries to incorporate recycling opportunities at larger events. This year, Music in Plymouth and most Concert in the Park events had recycling containers set out. Ms. Hageman and the Park and Recreation staff will be reviewing activities for the coming year and evaluating the system requirements to include recycling opportunities. Targeting special events may be a better thing to pursue, as Page 3 of 6 C: (Documents and SettingslkhoffmanlLocal Settings1lemporary Internet FilesIOLK6771121003.doc permanent containers in parks are difficult to maintain. Project ERASE — The program is going really well with nearly a 100% abatement level for plastic bottles at Wayzata High School. Fifty cubic yards of paper and four to six pounds of batteries per week are also collected at the high school. Wayzata High School students are giving presentations at the middle and elementary schools, educating students on the importance of recycling. Channel 45 will air a half hour piece on the Project ERASE. City of Plymouth Construction/Renovation Projects — The City of Plymouth is embarking on several large construction/renovation projects. The inclusion of sustainable building practices is a logical next step in acting upon the commitment to reduce environmental impact related to City operations. The EQC has the opportunity to send the message to the City Council that sustainable building practices is important. Ms. Hageman will provide a design guide to the EQC for discussion at their next meeting. Councilmember Black would like a link from the EQC minutes to the watershed commission sites on the City's website. She also said that the City Council will be touring the Green Institute and invited the EQC to attend. The EQC will be notified of the date the tour will be held. Recycling Program Update Through September, 2003 — Ms. Hageman reported that curbside tonnage increased by 1% over 2002 due to the addition of new residents in the City. Other comments by Ms. Vigoren regarding the recycling program include: • Most aluminum is made back into aluminum cans. • Natural HDPE (plastic bottles) can be made back into bottles and colored HDPE is usually sold to plastic lumber manufacturers. PETE most often is recycled as fiber (carpet, fleece, etc.) but can also be remanufactured as bottle material. • Tin cans are usually sold to AMG or North Star Steel, two local companies, that use the material to manufacture rebar and beams for construction work. • Newspaper is shipped to paper mills, mostly in Canada, to be recycled back into newsprint. A small amount of newspaper is also sold to insulation manufacturers. • Corrugated cardboard is used to manufacture liner or medium paper (the wavy center section) of brown corrugated cardboard. • Mixed paper is marketed for corrugated medium paper, cereal boxes or tissue. • Glass is marketed to remanufacture into glass bottles and jars at Anchor Glass in Shakopee. Broken glass is either shipped to a facility in Illinois to be optically sorted by color and then shipped back to Anchor Glass or it is used in sandblasting, road base or landfill cover. Glass is not very valuable Page 4 of 6 C: (Documents and Settingslkho fmanlLocal Settingsl Temporary Internet Files IOLK6 771121003. doc q, U and is a loss item. Proposed High Ms. Jaffoni informed the EQC of the proposed Great River Energy project Voltage involving the placement of a high voltage transmission line that would run along Transmission Line I-494 from Schmidt Lake Road to the Parkers Lake Substation. The transmission line would run through the backyards of homes in the area. She said the Minnesota Environmental Quality Board will conduct an environmental assessment with two public meetings being held in March and April. Ms. Jaffoni is concerned about the leukemia risk and felt that it would be a good idea for the EQC to have a representative at the public meetings. Councilmember Black stated that local governments have little impact on these decisions. Ms. Jaffoni will keep the EQC posted. Lake Management Mr. Walstead, on behalf of the Gleason Lake Improvement Association, Plan for Gleason presented the EQC with a copy of the lake management plan for Gleason Lake Lake to use as a reference. The Gleason Lake Association prepared the plan with a grant from the Hennepin County Conservation District using testing data gathered over a 20 year period. Ms. Osborne asked Mr. Walstead to thank the Gleason Lake Improvement Association for providing a copy of the plan to the EQC. Mr. Walstead will provide Mr. Missaghi with a PDF file of the plan for use on the City's website. Bassett Creek Councilmember Black stated that the Bassett Creek Watershed Commission 2nd Watershed Generation Plan contains only minimal information about the City's efforts. She Commission 2°d would like credit for the work the City has done and is drafting a document Generation Plan explaining the City's goals, the EQC's work, the phosphorus free fertilizer ordinance, surface water management fee and citizen involvement. Ms. Osborne suggested referencing the EQC's annual plan in the education portion. Ms. Chesebrough suggested including efforts by the City of Medicine Lake. She said Craig Kile and Bill Leonard have been involved in the Aquatic Vegetation Management Group and in the Medicine Lake Watershed Subcommittee and the City of Medicine Lake implemented a surface water management fee that started in 2003. Mr. Vlach stated that the Three Rivers Park District will be submitting comments to the commission and will email them to Councilmember Black. Page 5 of 6 C: IDocuments and SettingsMhgflmanlLocal Settingsl Temporary Internet Files IOLK6 771121003. doc M Councilmember Black asked for input from the EQC and stated that comments can be emailed to her or voiced at the January EQC meeting. The document will then go to the City Council. There will be a public meeting that the EQC should attend. Mr. Missaghi asked Councilmember Black if she would like a support letter from the EQC. She said the letter should say "the EQC has reviewed and supports" when submitting comments. The comment period ends January 20, 2004. Next Meeting Some of the topics for the 2004 EQC meetings: • 2003 Annual Report and Annual Plan • Radon presentation • Addition of alternative fuel to Plan • Green Building and sustainable design • Project for student members to be more interactive • Update on Schmidt Lake Management Plan by Derek Asche • Changing Demographics video • Committee updates • List of tours The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, January 14, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. at the Plymouth Creek Center. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Patty Hillstrom Page 6 of 6 C: (Documents and SettingAhoffmanlLocal SettingslTemporary Internet FileSIOLK6771121003.doc `t I Si,■� Department of Employment J and Economic Development December 31, 2003 The Honorable Judy Johnson Mayor, City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447-1448 RE: Contamination Cleanup/Investigation Grant Program Site: Stone Creek Village Applicant: City of Plymouth Dear Mayor Johnson: The Department of Trade and Economic Development has completed its review of the applications for the Contamination Cleanup/Investigation Grant Program received on November 1, 2003. We are not able to offer you a grant this cycle because we have limited grant funds available, and competition for them was high. The next deadline for applications to the program is May 3, 2004. You are welcome to resubmit this project, or other contaminated site projects that the city of Plymouth may be working on. We will be hosting application workshops in February 2004. A notice will be sent out specifying dates and times. Applications will be available at that time as well. If you would like to discuss your application, or the process for the next round of grants, please call me at 651-297-4132. Sincerely, Meredith Udoibok, Director Brownfields & Community Assistance cc: Jim Barnes Jon Carlson, Braun Intertec Corporation Department of Employment and Economic Development 500 Metro Square •121 7th Place East • Saint Paul, MN 55101.2146 • USA 651.297.1291 a 800.657.3858 • Fax 651.296.1290 @ TTY/TDD:65p1-282.6142 •800.366-2906 • www.deed.state.mn.us An equal opportunity employer and service provider. SUBJECT: SITE PLAN AMENDMENT FOR OLYMPIC STEEL (2003136) Dear Owner/Occupant: This letter is written to inform you that Olympic Steel, under file 2003136, submitted a planning application- requesting approval of a site plan amendment to allow installation of two 6,000 gallon vertical bulk storage tanks at 625 Xenium Lane North. While a formal Public Hearing is not required, it is the City's policy to inform adjacent property owners/occupants of such applications. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 200 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of and cordially invited to attend a meeting to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 21, 2004, in the City Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter, at Plymouth City Hall on Mondays and Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except holidays. If you have any questions about the specifics of this proposal, please contact the Community Development Department at (763) 509-5400. Sincerely, Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2003136propnotice PLYMOUTH A BeautifufPface to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 © m ��(a www.d.plymouth.mmus January 9, 2004 SUBJECT: SITE PLAN AMENDMENT AND VARIANCES FOR HAMMEL, GREEN & ABRAHAMSON FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2800 NIAGARA LANE NORTH (2003140) Dear Owner/Occupant: This letter is written to inform you that Hammel, Green & Abrahamson, under file 2003140, submitted a planning application requesting approval of a site plan amendment and variances for site improvements to allow Schwan's Food Co. to utilize the property located at 2800 Niagara Lane North for a frozen foods warehouse. Variances are requested to allow storage of delivery trucks in a front yard, a reduced setback for a 6 - foot fence, and a 5 -foot setback to the building from the drive -aisle for additional parking spaces. While a formal Public Hearing is not required, it is the City's policy to inform adjacent property owners/occupants of such applications. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 200 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of and cordially invited to attend a meeting to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 21, 2004, in the City Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter, at Plymouth City Hall on Mondays and Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except holidays. If you have any questions about the specifics of this proposal, please contact the Community Development Department at (763) 509-5400. Sincerely, Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2003140propnotice PLYMOUTH A Bea 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINN www.d.plym Dear Owner/Occupant: This letter is written to inform you that the City of Plymouth, under file 2003126, submitted a planning application requesting approval of a site plan to allow expansion of the Plymouth Ice Center. The expansion would accommodate a.) sheet of ice located at 3650 Plymouth Boulevard. While a formal Public Hearing is not required, it is the City's policy to inform nearby property owners/occupants of such applications. You are hereby notified of and cordially invited to attend a meeting to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, January 21, 2004, in the City Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter, at Plymouth City Hall on Mondays and Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., except holidays. If you have any questions about the specifics of this proposal-, please contact the Community Development Department at (763) 509-5400. Sincerely, Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2003126propnotice StaaW Hwy. 5 `�\\\\y PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Place to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 www.d.plymouth.mn.us