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Home My WebLink AboutCouncil Information Memorandum 10-08-20040 CITY OF PLYMOUTH Dummy rg) COUNCIL INFO MEMI October 8, 2004 UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS Environmental Quality Committee (EQC) October 13 meeting agenda .............................. Page 3 October. November, and December Official City Meeting Calendars ................................. Page 5 Tentative list of agenda items for future City Council meetings ........................................ Page 11 FOR INFORMATION ... News Articles, Releases, Publications, etc. City news release announcing the Police Department Neighborhood Watch Program ...... Page 12 City news release announcing the new Reserve Neighborhood Park ................................. Page 13 City news release announcing replacement of the Fire Department's rescue suits ............ Page 14 Star Tribune "West Edition" stories: Story regarding the newly formed Wayzata Public Schools Foundation ................ Page 15 Ben Steverman column with mentions of the Plymouth Metrolink 5 millionth rider and the board and commission openings ..................................... Page 16 Robbinsdale Area Schools reorganization options chart ..................................................... Page 17 Metropolitan Council executive summary of the Environmental Services Systemwide Septage Management Study........................................................................... Page 18 CenterPoint Energy/Minnegasco natural gas rate increase filing information ................... Page 30 Staff Reports Hennepin County Adult Correctional Facility Population Report ...................................... Page 43 Minutes Environmental Quality Committee (EQC) draft minutes of the August 11 meeting .......... Page 44 Environmental Quality Committee (EQC) notes of the September 8 meeting ................... Page 49 Correspondence Customer Comment note from a resident........................................................................... Page 50 Letter to Robbinsdale Area Schools board members from Mayor Johnson regarding the district proposed reorganization.................................................................................... Page 51 Letter to residents regarding a request for rezoning, preliminary plat, and site plan for Heritage Development of Minnesota (2004116) ................................................... Page 52 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO October 8, 2004 Page 2 Letter to residents regarding a request for variance for Jeffrey and Connie Carlson(2004105).............................................................................................................. Page 53 Letter to residents regarding a request for site plan amendment for Bonestroo, Rosene, and Anderlik (2004119)........................................................................................ Page 54 Letter to residents regarding a request for rezoning, PUD, and preliminary plat forCSM (2004112)............................................................................................................. Page 55 Letter to residents regarding a request for conditional use permit for Jennifer Dunn(2004132).................................................................................................................. Page 56 Letter to residents regarding a conditional use permit for Benjamin Steinkraus (2004027)............................................................................................................................ Page 57 Letter to residents regarding a request for planned unit development for Liberty Property Ltd. Partnership (2004126)................................................................................... Page 58 Attached is a letter from Michael Parent, of the National Ataxia Foundation (headquartered in Plymouth), who requests that the City amend the charitable gambling ordinance with respect to location so that his organization may apply for gambling at Dutton's Bar & Grill. Please let us know if you would like to consider this request, and we will place it on a future Council meeting agenda ................Page 59 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE Wednesday, October 13, 2004 7:00 PM Plymouth Creek Center A.. .,.1 ., T+omo. -r,- -7:00 PM 7:00 Call to Order: Chair: Kathy Osborne ❑ Review of Agenda ❑ Approval of Minutes, August and September (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 for theforum, the EQC will continue with theagenda 7:15 PM Up -Dates: ❖ Schmidt Lake: Rain Garden Construction ❖ Turtle Lake Water Level Concerns: A brief report will be handed out at the meeting ❖ Phase II Medicine Lake Implementation & Management Plan •:' The E-85 Fuel. The EQC received a report at their August meeting by Krista Torgerson, Engineering Intem, on the potential use of E-85 in the City pool car fleet. The EQC then forwarded the following recommendation to the City Council to establish a permanent policy: 1) all passenger vehicle purchases for the City fleet be Flex Fuel Vehicles and hybrid vehicles, 2) to conduct a study of the cost benefits of a central fuel system using available grant funds when 50% of the City fleet consists of FFV vehicles, and 3) to require employees who are assigned FFV's to purchase E-85 fuel to the extent possible. Based on new information, staff is asking the EQC to revisit these recommendations. 8:00 PM Agenda Items: ❖ Urban Wildlife Management (Geese Abatement Project). Staff has prepared a report on the City's Canada Geese Management Control (attached). The EQC needs to review the report and forward a recommendation to the City Council. 4- EQC Meetings. In the past few meetings, the EQC members have discussed a number of issues regarding EQC operations, attendance, distribution of minutes and notices and the EQC's subcommittees. EQC members need to review these issues and recommend appropriate olicies. 8:55 PM Plan for next meeting: November 10, 2004! Plymouth Creek Center The following items were included in the EQC 2004 annual plan, however, EQC members may also help to determine the agenda for the next meeting: ❖ Schmidt Lake ❖ Purple Loosestrife Control Project ❖ Storm Water Utility Incentive Fee ❖ A review of street designs including curb and gutter ❖ 2004 Annual Report and 2005 Annual Plan 9:00 PM ADJOURNED Supplementary Agenda Items: 4. C:\Documents and Settings\khoffi \Local SettingsUmporaryIntemet Files\OLK677\101304.doc OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS October 2004 Sunday Monday Tuesday I Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Nov 2004 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 2 1:00 PM PLYMOUTH ON PARADE Sep 2004 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 26 27 28 29 30 28 29 30 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7:00 PM SPECIAL HRA MEETING, Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, 6:30 PM HUMAN RIGHTS 7:00 PM TOWN MEETING REGARDING MEDICINE LAKE ISSUES, Plymouth Creek Center Council Chambers COMMISSION, Council Chambers 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 COLUMBUS DAY (OBSERVED), Public Works Division closed 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EOC), Plymouth Creek Center Council Chambers LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE, Duluth 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 7:00 PM 7',00 PM HOUSING d REDEVELOPMENT PLANNING COMMISSION, AUTHORITY(HRA), M.d..-L.k.Roem Council Chambers 700P PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Lurch Room (t- msetirg oNy) 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 6:45 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, CouncilTRANSIT Chambers 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room 6:00 PM VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION EVENT, Plymouth Creek Center 9:00 AM -3:00 PM CITY HALL OPEN FOR ABSENTEE VOTING 31 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS - set clocks back 1 hour modified on 10/7/2004 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS November 2004 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 CITY OFFICES GENERAL 7:00 PM 7:00 PM HUMAN OPEN UNTIL 7:00 PM FOR ABSENTEE VOTING ELECTION - Polls open 7 AM - dose 8 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers RIGHTS COMMISSION - Medicine Lake Room 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 6:45 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EOC),PlymouthCreek Center 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers Chambers VETERANS DAY (OBSERVED), City Offices Closed 14 IS 16 17 18 19 20 7:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING: INTERVIEW BOARD AND COMMISSION CANDIDATES, Plymouth Creek Center, lower level 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7:00 PM HOUSING b REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY(HRA), Medicine Lake Room 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 6:45 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 11:45 AM PLYMOUTH BUSINESS COUNCIL. Sheraton Minneapolis West 12201 Ridgedale Drive, Minnetonka 700 PM REGULARMedicine COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Lake Room City Offices dosed THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY City Offices dosed THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY 28 29 30 Dec 2004 Oct 2004 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 1 2 3 4 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 26 27 28 29 30 31 31 modified on 10/7/2004 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS December 2004 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, 2 7:00 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - 3 4 Nov 2004 S M T W T F S Jan 2005 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Council Chambers Medicine Lake Room 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 28 29 30 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Channukah begins at sunset 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL pUALITY COMMITTEE (EQC), Plymouth Creek Center 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (FRAC), Council Chambers 7:00 PM TRUTH IN TAXATION PUBLIC HEARING, Council Chambers 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7:00 PM HOUSING 8 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA), Medicine Lake Room Council Chambers 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 6:45 PM YOUTH ADVISORY 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH CITY OFFICES CLOSED IN CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY COUNCIL, Council ADVISORY OBSERVANCE Chambers COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room OF THE CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY 26 27 28 29 30 31 7:00 PM CITY OFFICES REGULAR CLOSED FOR COUNCIL THE NEW MEETING, YEAR Council HOLIDAY Chambers modified on 10/7/2004 Tentative Schedule for City Council Agenda Items October 26, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Presentation on donation from Providence Academy • Public hearing on 2004 removal and destruction of diseased trees (Roll 1) • Public hearing on 2004 weed eradication and destruction (Roll 1) • Report on Medicine Lake dock issues • Approve award of police ordered City towing contract • Approve variance to the bluff setback and alteration of the bluff impact area for a home addition and related improvements on property located at 12120 -29th Avenue North. Jeffrey and Connie Carlson. (2004105) • Approve 2005-2009 Capital Improvements Program (CII'). City of Plymouth. (2004114) • Approve site plan amendment and variance to allow the construction of two screen walls for property located at 2735 Cheshire Lane North. Renovation Systems. (2004115) • Approve site plan amendment for a parking lot and rain garden and a variance to the drive aisle setback for Silver King located at 1600 Xenium Lane North. Bonestroo, Rosene, and Anderlik. (2004119) • Approve planned unit development amendment for a furniture showroom with occasional retail sales for Susan Hoffinan Interior Design located at 2800 Campus Drive. Liberty WCL Associates, Inc. (2004126) • Approve conditional use permit for an eight foot high privacy fence for property located at 324 Vinewood Lane North. Jennifer Dunn. (2004132) November 9, Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • CSM Proposal • Award sale of General Obligation Water Revenue bonds 11 Note: Special Meeting topics have been set by Council; all other topics are tentative. News Release City of Plymouth For Immediate Release Sara Lynn Cwayna October 7, 2004 763-509-5198 The Plymouth Police Target Neighborhoods Theft from auto, damage to property and residential burglary are the crimes that happen most frequently in Plymouth neighborhoods. In neighborhoods that don't have a Neighborhood Watch group and where police see a pattern of crime, the Plymouth Police Department will reach out to neighbors in coming months. Members of the Plymouth Police Senior Corp will go door-to-door to distribute a Neighborhood Watch door -hanger that encourages residents to form a Neighborhood Watch group. The Senior Corp will be in uniform and will have proper identification. "Eighty percent of Plymouth's residential burglaries take place through unlocked doors, windows or overhead garage doors. Theft from auto is also a crime of opportunity. Criminals take property that has been left in plain view. Neighborhood Watch is an effective way to reduce the opportunity for crime to occur. It just takes an hour meeting to set the program into motion," said Angela Haseman, an officer who works in the crime prevention unit. "Our goal is to have one contact per neighborhood that we can communicate with. We also want neighbors to practice basic crime prevention — locking up, lighting up, and reporting suspicious activity. Most of the Police Department's communication is now done through email. It's a quick and efficient way to share pertinent information. Neighborhood contacts are then charged with passing the information on to their neighbors," said Haseman. Residents who want to learn more about the Neighborhood Watch, should call the Plymouth Police Department at 763-509-5198. City of Plymouth News Release For Immediate Release Contact: Oct. 8, 2004 Diane Evans, 763 -509 -5220 - City of Plymouth Opens New Neighborhood Park Neighbors and city of Plymouth officials came together on Oct. 5 to celebrate the opening of a new neighborhood park, The Reserve Park. The new park serves The Reserve, one of Plymouth's largest developments. The Reserve, located just west of I-494 in northwest Plymouth has a mix of nearly 1,000 owner -occupied and rental homes. The park is at 53rd Ave. and Cheshire Ln. The Reserve Park includes half court basketball, playground, sledding hill, picnic pavilion with tables and a grill trail, an open area for lawn games and a drinking fountain. "Providing an area for neighborhood children and adults to come together is important. In a development this size, it is especially important to have space designated for recreation. Early indications are that the park will be very well used," said Recreation Superintendent Diane Evans. The City of Plymouth Parks and Recreation Department designed and developed the park with input from neighborhood residents. Plymouth Parks and Recreation maintains 46 parks covering about 900 acres and over 90 miles of trails. The department also offers more than 1,500 recreation programs for people of all ages. 13 News Release City of Plymouth For Immediate Release October 8, 2004 Sara Lynn Cwayna 763-509-5198 The Plymouth Crime and Fire Prevention Fund Replaces Fire Department's Water and Ice Rescue Suits Nine years after it spearheaded a campaign to raise money to outfit the Plymouth Fire Department with a water rescue craft and ice rescue gear, the Plymouth Crime and Fire Prevention Fund has donated money to replace the department's eight cold water rescue suits, called Gumby suits. The Gumby suits needed to be replaced because the rubberized suits crack and over time. The old suits purchased in 1995 had reached the point where they took on water quite quickly through small leaks that had formed near the seams, according to Plymouth Fire Chief Rick Kline. "The purchase of this rescue gear is a valuable investment in the safety of our community. Not only will the suits enable firefighters to initiate immediate water and ice rescues, but they also will help the department address environmental protection issues such as contaminant releases and water quality assessments," said Kline. For more information on the Plymouth Crime and Fire Prevention Fund and its philanthropic efforts, please call 763-509-5191. startribune.com close window Last update: October 4, 2004 at 5:01 PM Endowments entice two west -metro school districts Shruti L. Mathur Star Tribune Published October 6, 2004 Two west -metro school districts are studying the feasibility of setting up endowments to provide private funds for public schools on an ongoing basis. The newly organized Wayzata Public Schools Foundation has made creating an endowment one of its primary goals. And the Hopkins whool district recently commissioned a feasibility study of the idea. Organizers of the Wayzata foundation said their goal is to raise at least $5 million, a level that they determined was the minimum necessary to sustain the endowment, and perhaps as much as $20 million. They said that they are still in the preliminary stages and that they plan to come out of their "quiet stage" soon. The Hopkins study is looking into raising as much as $10 million. In both cases, the seed money would be used to generate income that the districts could spend each year. Hopkins officials estimate that they could expect a return of up to 5 percent — or up to $500,000 on a $10 million endowment. Wayzata foundation organizers estimate an annual return of 5 to 10 percent. Neither Hopkins nor Wayzata foundation representatives would talk about exactly who they would target for fundraising. But Cindy Leines, cochairwoman of the Wayzata foundation, said the group is planning to approach "a variety of sources," including individuals and businesses. Paula Picard, a parent and one of the founding members of the Wayzata foundation, said creating an endowment makes more sense than raising money for the schools year to year. With an endowment, the district could count on the money every year to "maintain and sustain" programs, Picard said. Critics say fundraising tools such as foundations can create inequities among school districts and promote further privatization of public schools. Robbinsdale Superintendent Stan Mack said that he thinks foundations are fine, but that he is concerned when the economic wealth of a district or school creates an "unequal opportunity for children" in less wealthy districts. Mack said the only real alternative is to get more funding from the state of Minnesota. But barring that, he said, foundations should provide money for supplemental programs -- not basic needs such as teachers. "I think support and enrichment are wonderful, but they should be putting the frosting on the cake rather than the core of the ingredient," he said. Cyndie Hays, the Hopkins district's director of administrative services, said opinion in the district varies. Some people think it would be great for the district to be more self-sufficient because funding from the state isn't meeting all its needs. But others say that the government should be providing the funding and that state caps placed on local tax levies need to be lifted. Hays said the district decided to study the endowment idea to gauge its potential. She stressed that the concept is still under study and that the district might not even pursue it. If an endowment were established, the school would probably use the income to reduce or eliminate cocurricular fees for students, Hays said. "We would love every kid, at any level of play, to play in any sport or cocurricular activity without a fee," Hays said. The district will use focus groups made up of people from different walks of life to gauge interest in the idea, she said. Picard said that such funding would represent just a small supplement to district budgets and that people in the community still need to work with legislators to get more funding for public education. "Parents are getting to that level of desperation about 'What else can we do for public education?' " said Picard, who has a fourth -grader in a Minnetonka elementary school. Her older son attends a private middle school, but "I feel strongly about helping public schools," she said. Shrub L Mathur is at srn_a_thuriw'startr_i_bu_ne_cont. f,_Copyright_2004 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. �`� startribune.com Close.window Last update: October 2, 2004 at 6:13 PM Water could stain while city flushes pipes Published October 6, 2004 Some St. Louis Park residents might get an ugly surprise when they turn on their taps next week. City crews will be flushing out water mains starting Monday, a process that can turn water yellow or orange if your tap is on at the time. Cleaning the pipes -- something the city does every fall -- dislodges iron particles. They aren't dangerous, but they could stain laundry. Residents should turn off their water softeners and run the tap every morning next week to flush any discolored water out of their household system. The city has a chemical that will remove stains from laundry. If your clothes get stained, keep them wet and call 952-924-2558. Plymouth Metrolink, the city's commuter bus system, has given its customers 5 million rides since the system was started in 1984. Sharda Murlidharan was lucky enough to be designated the system's "5 millionth rider" last week. She received a coupon for 100 free rides. She uses the bus to commute from Plymouth to a job in downtown Minneapolis. The transit system is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year. Since the small cities on Lake Minnetonka share much in common, including a library, public works projects and police and fire departments, the Excelsior Area Chamber of Commerce wants those cities' mayoral candidates to campaign together. The chamber is holding a candidates' forum from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Southshore Community Center, 5735 Country Club Rd., Shorewood. Nine candidates for mayor in Deephaven, Excelsior, Greenwood, Shorewood and Tonka Bay will share the stage. Tonka Bay Mayor Doug Keller and Shorewood Mayor Woody Love are unopposed for their reelection, but there are competitive races in the other three cities. The public is welcome to watch the forum. Plymouth is looking for volunteers to serve on city commissions starting early next year. Seats are open on the Environmental Quality Committee, the Housing and Redevelopment Authority, the Human Rights Commission, the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission, the Plymouth Advisory Committee on Transit and the Planning Commission. Applications, which are due by Nov. 5, can be obtained by calling 763-509-5080 or by going to www.ci.plymouth.mn.us. If Eden Prairie residents notice a street light isn't working, the city's Public Works Department wants to know about it. The city then will notify Xcel Energy so the company can repair the light. Call 952-949-8330. Ben Steverman is at hstever»ranci%startribune.ront. ,C Copyright 2004 Star Tribune. 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Please make this Executive Summary available at your reception/information desk for the public to review and/or photocopy through October 29, 2004, which is the end of the public comment period. After that date, please feel free to discard this copy. If you have any questions, please contact me at 651-602-1269 or by e-mail at tim. odonnell�metc. state. mn. us. Regards, Tim O'Donnell Metropolitan Council Environmental Services Encl. Services www.metrocouncil.org I Metro Info Line 602-1888 230 East Fifth Street • St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-1626 (651) 602-1005 • Fax 602-1138 • TTY 291-0904 An Equal Opportunity Employer i �. ■ . in Ogh Oct pUb,1cr e� �nV irOnn� 0/7/7"// , , 4j t . /QU Ql' orco Se�icep 6 C n co�°h s? c ng Metropolitan Council 02�269 Environmental Services System Wide Septage Management Study July 2004 In association with: Report Metropolitan Council Environmental Services Metropolitan Council Environmental Services Public Information Meeting Systemwide Septage Management Study Findings and Recommendations Related to Future Acceptance of Hauled Liquid Waste Tuesday, October 19, 2004 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. Metro 94 Business Center, Suite 32 455 Etna Street, St. Paul, MN The Metropolitan Council will hold a public information meeting to present and discuss the Systemwide Septage Management Study findings and recommendations. Staff from Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES), a an operating division of the Metropolitan Council, and their consultant, Camp Dresser & McKee (CDM) of St. Paul, will discuss the recommendations of the Systemwide Septage Management Study, which has been under way since early 2003. The study evaluated the current system of MCES's hauled liquid waste disposal sites, and developed a plan for future acceptance of hauled waste into the MCES wastewater collection and treatment system. A group of stakeholders consisting of MCES staff, liquid waste haulers, and city representatives has met five times during the study to provide feedback. A meeting also was held for all haulers in March 2004 to obtain initial feedback on preliminary recommendations. The recommendation for future disposal sites includes three treatment plant sites (the Metropolitan Plant in St. Paul, the Empire Plant in Empire Township, and the Blue Lake Plant in Shakopee), and an upgraded interceptor site in Chanhassen. In addition, the plan calls for testing a prototype disposal site at the Empire Plant. If this is successful, MCES would consider working with haulers and receptive communities to establish one (or possibly two) new interceptor disposal sites to serve the northern portion of the Metropolitan Area (if acceptable locations can be found). All future disposal sites will have upgraded security and access features, a means for sampling and determining load volumes (most likely with truck scales), and detention tanks (if needed) to control the rate of discharge. Under this plan, several existing sites would be closed between 2005 and 2009. Estimated capital costs related to disposal site construction and upgrades may be up to $5 million, not including land purchases (if needed). Note that MCES believes that private sector opportunities may exist with respect to receiving and treatment of hauled liquid waste. A copy of the Systemwide Septage, Management Study is available for review at: • Metropolitan Council's Data Center, 230 E. Fifth St., St. Paul • The MCES section of the Council's Web site at: hgp://www.metrocouncil.org/environment/environment.htm . (Under "What's New," click on "Systemwide Septage Management Study.") (OVER) n www.metrocouncil.org � Metro Info Line 602-1888 230 East Fifth Street • St. Paul. Minnesota 55101-1626 • (651) 602-1005 • Fax 602-1138 • TI'Y 291-0904 An Equal Opportunity Employer Copies of the Executive Summary of the Systemwide Septage Management Study are available for review at: • Anoka County Government Center, 2100 Third Ave., Anoka • Carver County Government Center, 600 E. Fourth St., Chaska • Dakota County Government Center, 1590 Highway 55, Hastings • Hennepin County Government Center, 300 S. Sixth St., Minneapolis • Ramsey County Government Center, 15 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul • Scott County Government Center, 200 Fourth Ave. W., Shakopee • Washington County Government Center, 14949 N. 62nd St., Stillwater • Anoka County Library (Northtown Library), 711 County Rd. 10 N.E., Blaine • Carver County Library (Chaska Library), 3 City Hall Plaza, Chaska • Dakota County Library (Farmington Library), 508 Third St., Farmington • Hennepin County Library (Ridgedale Library), 12601 Ridgedale Dr., Minnetonka • Ramsey County Library (Maplewood Library), 1670 Beam Ave., Maplewood • Scott County Library (Savage Library), 13090 Alabama Ave. S., Savage • Washington County Library (R. H. Stafford Branch Library), 8595 Central Park Place, Woodbury • Brooklyn Park City Hall, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park • Chanhassen City Hall, 7700 Market Blvd., Chanhassen • Coon Rapids City Hall, 11155 Robinson Dr. N.W., Coon Rapids • Eagan City Hall, 3830 Pilot Knob Rd., Eagan • Empire Town Hall, 3385 W. 197th St., Empire Township • Forest Lake City Hall, 220 Lake St. N., Forest Lake • Minnetonka City Hall, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka • Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth • Shakopee City Hall, 129 Holmes St. S., Shakopee • White Bear Township Administrative Office, 1281 Hammond Road, White Bear Township All interested persons are encouraged to attend the public information meeting on Oct. 19, 2004, and provide comments. You also may submit comments, which must be received by MCES no later than October 29, 2004: • Send written comments to: Wendy Reust, Metropolitan Council Environmental Services, 230 E. Fifth St., St. Paul, MN 55101 • Fax comments to: Wendy Reust at 651-602-4533 • Record comments on: Metropolitan Council Public Comment Line at 651-602-1500 • E-mail comments to: data.center(ametc.state.mn.us • Send TTY comments to 651-291-0904 Upon request, the Council will provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. Please submit such requests to Wendy Reust via mail or fax (see above) or by phone at 651-602-4514 before October 12, 2004. Contents ExecutiveSummary............................................................................................ ES -1 thru ES -7 Section1 Study Setting............................................................................................1-1 thru 14 Section2 Current Conditions................................................................................. 2-1 thru 2-6 Section3 Program Needs......................................................................................... 3-1 thru 3-2 Section4 Alternative Strategies.............................................................................4-1 thru 4-5 Section5 Recommended Plan................................................................................ 5-1 thru 5-4 Exhibits Exhibit 1 Prototype Hauled Liquid Waste Disposal Site: Site Plan Exhibit 2 Prototype Hauled Liquid Waste Disposal Site: Partial Plan Exhibit 3 Prototype Hauled Liquid Waste Disposal Site: Sections Exhibit 4 Modified Hauled Liquid Waste Disposal Site in Chanhassen: Site Plan Appendices Appendix A Task Eight: State of the practice Survey for Septage Management Technical Memorandum Appendix B Task Three: Data Acquisition and Analysis Technical Memorandum Appendix C Task Nine: Rate Implications Technical Memorandum cm VZ Executive Summary Introduction Acceptance of hauled liquid waste into the regional wastewater system has been a practice of Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) for over 30 years. Initially, liquid waste was accepted into the regional wastewater system at over 24 locations on the interceptor system. With the adoption of the current Septage Management Program in 1985, MCES imposed regulations on liquid waste haulers and limited the number of locations where hauled liquid waste could be discharged. In addition, a charge was instituted to capture costs associated with receipt of hauled liquid waste. The Septage Management Program will be referred to in this document as the Hauled Liquid Waste Program. The need to evaluate the MCES Hauled Liquid Waste Program arose from concerns identified during the development of the MCES Interceptor Master Plan. Evidence of corrosion and buildup of sediment are present downstream of several locations where hauled liquid waste is discharged to the interceptor system. While there are several factors that could contribute to these problems, hauled liquid waste is believed to be a major factor. The MCES System Wide Septage Management Study evaluated the current program through a series of tasks. Information developed during the study was presented at various intervals to a stakeholder group comprised of representatives from the hauling community, MCES staff, and city representatives. The study consisted of the following tasks: • Assessing the conditions at each site where hauled liquid waste is accepted • Projection of future quantities of septage • Defining program needs that will meet policy directives • Formulation and development of hauled liquid waste strategies • Development of a recommended plan Current Conditions At the onset of this study MCES identified 11 official and one unofficial liquid waste hauler disposal sites, as shown in Figure ES -1. Since then, MCES has closed the site in White Bear Township. The disposal sites include three treatment plants (Blue Lake, Seneca, and Empire) and eight locations on MCES interceptors. Six of the interceptor sites are located on sections of the interceptor system tributary to the Metro Plant: one is in Forest Lake Township, one is at 3rd & Commercial Streets in St. Paul (planned for relocation to the Metro Plant), one is in Minneapolis, and three are in the northwest (Plymouth, Brooklyn Park, and Coon Rapids). The disposal sites in Chanhassen and Minnetonka are located on the western interceptor system, which is tributary to the Blue Lake Plant. ES -1 Executive Summary a1E Liquid Waste Hauler Ste �E Unofficial Liquid Waste Hauler Site L_j Counties Forest Lake Anoka Coon Rapids Brooklyn Park While Bear Hennepin P"TthMln- is Ramsey Minnetonka 3rd & Com ercl I Washington ED Carver --I Seneca WWiP Bkie Lake Dakota Scott � Empire WWiP Figure ES -1. Liquid Waste Hauler Disposal Sites MCES has forecasted significant growth in the rural areas served with septic tanks. By 2030 there could be an additional 57,500 septic tanks inside the seven county service area, resulting in a 77 percent increase in the total number of tanks. The current amount of septage received at each site and the forecasted increase, shown in Figure ES -2, indicates which sites are probable to have a significant increase. Growth in the northern suburbs will more than double the amount of septage delivered to the Forest Lake site and almost double the amount received in Coon Rapids. For this study, the current Hauled Liquid Waste Program was assessed relative to three essential attributes of a hauled liquid waste program: program administration; appropriate surface features for waste receiving locations; and procedures to assure the proper operation and maintenance of sewers and treatment plants receiving the hauled liquid waste. The attribute "Program administration' includes: • Permitting haulers • Controlling access to disposal sites • Tracking waste disposed at the disposal sites CDM ES -2 L Executive Summary • Billing haulers for waste disposed at the disposal sites • Monitoring waste for program compliance • Setting hours for site use The attribute "Appropriate surface features for waste receiving locations' encompasses: • Traffic control and queuing at disposal sites • Housekeeping at disposal sites • Aesthetics of disposal sites The attribute "Procedures to assure the proper operation and maintenance of sewers and treatment plants receiving the hauled liquid waste" includes: • Prevention of slug loads • Prevention of loss of hydraulic capacity • Prevention of a corrosive environment • Prevention of hazardous environment 20 18 1s 3 2 0 SOP Gorc1ca` �� a� ��J or�� oa G o Site Figure ES -2. Current and estimated future septage volumes ES -3 Executive Summary Policy Guidance Policy guidance was provided by the MCES Environmental Services Management Team (ESMT) during the conduct of this study. The ESMT directed that the Hauled Liquid Waste Program assure sufficient regulation of discharges to protect the Metropolitan Disposal System (MDS) infrastructure and improve security. To accomplish this, hauled liquid waste will only be accepted at Council designated "official receiving sites." These receiving sites (disposal sites) will have the following attributes: • Secured access - Gates allowing only permitted haulers to enter and use site • Means for recording loads discharged - Electronic (preferred) or paper system to capture data about the hauled waste discharged • Means for sampling - Provision to hold waste prior to discharge (large enough for a representative sample) • Means for volume measurement - Scale or flow meter to measure incoming truck weight or volume discharged Furthermore, disposal of hauled liquid wastes will be restricted to treatment plants unless provisions are made to control the waste strength during its introduction into the interceptor system. Dilution should be sufficient to minimize the risk of odor and corrosion. Additionally, any disposal site located on the interceptor will not be located where excess sediment, hydrogen sulfide, or corrosion are already present (or in close proximity to flat sloped sewers, force mains, or other unfavorable situations.) Development of a Prototype Disposal Site A prototype design was developed to incorporate the required program attributes into a disposal site. The prototype could be utilized at treatment plants, on the interceptor system, or as a transfer station. The features of the prototype disposal site include a scale, a gate with electronic data tracking capabilities, queuing space, tanks large enough to hold several loads, and throttled release of the waste out of the tanks. Alternative Strategies Three strategies were formulated to address the problems associated with uncontrolled discharge of hauled liquid waste to the interceptor system. All strategies under consideration include constructing/upgrading disposal sites at the Metropolitan, Blue Lake, and Empire Plants. Strategy #1 is to eliminate all disposal sites on the interceptor system and require all liquid waste to be hauled to one of the three treatment plants. Strategy #2 is to construct holding tanks at several sites and provide a transfer service by hauling the liquid waste to a treatment plant. Strategy #3 is to construct disposal sites that control the discharge into the interceptor such that the waste is adequately diluted and will not create sedimentation problems in the interceptor system. Two variations of the third strategy (one new disposal site and three new disposal sites) were evaluated. ES -4 Executive Summary The proposed hauled liquid waste management strategies have different effects on the liquid waste haulers and homeowners who have septic tanks. The most significant impact for haulers is longer haul times resulting from a decreased number of disposal sites. Potential costs to homeowners with septic tanks have been estimated for each strategy, as shown in table ES -1. Table ES -1. Potential costs to homeowners depending on strategy. * Typical cost for 1500 gallon tank in northern metro area. Recommendations Several changes to the current Hauled Liquid Waste Management Program are needed to improve the control of discharges to the MDS, protect the infrastructure, improve security, and capture appropriate revenue costs. The selected strategy, updating the treatment plant sites and creating disposal sites on the interceptor system (Strategy 3), was selected as the preferred plan because it does not have the increased hauling times associated with accepting waste only at treatment plants. Rate implications were not considered significant enough to affect the selection of one strategy over another. The recommended plan identifies several specific near-term actions at treatment plants and a direction for the sites on the interceptor system as shown on Figure ES -3. The challenge to implementing the selected strategy is to replace the current locations in Coon Rapids, Plymouth, Brooklyn Park and Forest Lake with one or more sites that can gain local approval. Additionally, the current site in Chanhassen will be upgraded to meet program requirements. ES -5 Current Current Strategy 1- Strategy 2- Strategy Strategy with Plants Three 3A- Three 3B- One Debt Only Transfer Interceptor Interceptor service Stations Disposal Disposal Sites Site Current Charge $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 $150 to Homeowner 0 0 $100 0 0 $100 Estimated Additional Hauling Cost Estimated Additional Fees to Capture Debt 0 $22 $31 $38 $32 $31 Service and Improvements Estimated Total Cost to $150 $172 $281 $188 $182 $281 Homeowner $50 1 0 $57 14% $94 88% $63 26% $61 22% $94 88% Annual Total Percent increase * Typical cost for 1500 gallon tank in northern metro area. Recommendations Several changes to the current Hauled Liquid Waste Management Program are needed to improve the control of discharges to the MDS, protect the infrastructure, improve security, and capture appropriate revenue costs. The selected strategy, updating the treatment plant sites and creating disposal sites on the interceptor system (Strategy 3), was selected as the preferred plan because it does not have the increased hauling times associated with accepting waste only at treatment plants. Rate implications were not considered significant enough to affect the selection of one strategy over another. The recommended plan identifies several specific near-term actions at treatment plants and a direction for the sites on the interceptor system as shown on Figure ES -3. The challenge to implementing the selected strategy is to replace the current locations in Coon Rapids, Plymouth, Brooklyn Park and Forest Lake with one or more sites that can gain local approval. Additionally, the current site in Chanhassen will be upgraded to meet program requirements. ES -5 Executive Summary Capital costs for each strategy were estimated in 2004 dollars. The estimated capital cost for a new disposal site on the interceptor system is $530,000, plus the cost of land. Costs for upgrading the current Chanhassen site are estimated to be $120,000. Total capital costs for two new interceptor sites and an upgrade at Chanhassen are estimated to be almost $1,200,000. For planning purposes the upgrades at the Metropolitan, Blue Lake, and Empire Plants were allocated $2,000,000, $500,000, and $500,000, respectively. Furthermore, the initial disposal site was allocated an additional $400,000 as it is to be a prototype requiring unique monitoring and evaluation. Annual costs for operations and maintenance requirements were also estimated in 2004 dollars. For the three plant sites and one interceptor disposal site, the O & M costs are estimated to be about $147,000. Increasing the number of interceptor sites to three increases the O & M costs by $26,000 to $172,000. Evaluation of a prototype disposal facility at the Empire Treatment Plant will determine whether hauled liquid waste can reliably be drained from a tank at a rate that is low enough to provide for adequate dilution in the interceptor system. The process to locate a new disposal site (or disposal sites) on the interceptor system can begin in earnest once the prototype (or its revised version) is deemed acceptable. If an acceptable site(s) is found, the MCES will initiate a capital project, starting with a site- specific design of the disposal site. Once the new interceptor disposal site(s) is operational, all non -updated interceptor sites will be closed. The recommended strategy is dependent on two critical assumptions. One is that the prototype facility at the Empire treatment plant will demonstrate that hauled liquid waste can reliably be drained from a tank at a rate that is low enough to provide for adequate dilution in the interceptor system. The other is that a suitable location for one or more northern sites can be located and locally approved. If either of these assumptions is not proven to be true, the private sector will need to address the cost of an increased hauling time. Private sector options include transfer stations, pretreatment facilities, use of liquid/ solid separation technology for septic tank pumping, or any combination of these options. ES -6 L U 117 C/) w ai U L7 m c4 C m D - '0 N 'D C Qi C C U U a� cri 6 LU 7 m LL CenterPoint. Energy Minnegasco Ms. Sandy Paulson City Clerk 3400 Plymouth Blvd Plymouth, MN 55447-1448 Dear Ms. Paulson: Tracy Bridge Director Government & Public Relations 800 LaSalle Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55402 Voice: 612 3214723 Fax: 612 321 5137 tracy.bridge@ centerpointenergy.com October 1, 2004 On July 14, 2004, CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco filed a request with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) for an increase in natural gas rates of $21.77 million annually or 1.8 percent. On August 9, 2004, the Commission accepted our filing as complete and approved an interim (temporary) rate increase of $16.87 million annually or 1.42 percent. This interim rate increase for CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco customers took effect October 1, 2004, and continues until the MPUC issues a final order and the company implements new rates in the summer of 2005. Center Point Energy Minnegasco's rate request is necessary because current rates do not recover the increased costs of providing utility distribution service to the company's more than 745,000 customers. The company has not requested an increase in its base rates since 1995, and in that time the cost of providing safe and reliable service to customers has increased, while average customer demand has decreased. The request is also necessary to improve the stability of customers' bills by lessening the impact of weather related usage. The requested rate structure will provide rates to all customers that better reflect the costs of serving them. State law requires us to distribute a Notice of Application for Rate Increase and a Notice and Order for Hearing to all counties and municipalities in our service area (enclosed). We will send you the public hearing notice with details of the public hearing dates, times and locations once they are scheduled. That information will also be advertised in the newspapers of record for each county seat in our service area and in the communities where hearings are to be held. If you have questions or comments, please contact me or visit our Web site at www.Minnegasco.CenterPointEnergy.com/ratecase. Sincerely, Tracy Bridge Phone: (612) 321-4723 Fax: (612) 321-5137 E-mail: Tracy.Bridge@CenterPointEnergy.com Enclosures: Notice of Application for Rate Increase Notice and Order for Hearing FOR CENTERPOINT ENERGY MINNEGASCO NORTHERN NATURAL CUSTOMERS Notice to Counties and Municipalities Under Minn. Stat. 216B.16 Subd. 1 BEFORE THE MINNESOTA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION — STATE OF MINNESOTA In the Matter of the Application of CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco for Authority to Increase Natural Gas Rates in Minnesota. NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR RATE INCREASE MPUC Docket No. G-008/GR-04-901 On July 14, 2004, CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco, a division of CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp., (CenterPoint Energy), filed a request with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (Commission) for a general rate increase of $21.77 million or 1.8 percent. On August 9, 2004, the Commission accepted CenterPoint Energy's filing as complete. In accordance with Minn. Stat. 216.16 Subd. 1 (2002), the Commission has approved a total interim increase of $16.87 million or 1.42 percent. All CenterPoint Energy customers will receive a 1.42 percent increase on their bills. Below are examples of the affect of the proposed and interim increase on typical bills for CenterPoint Energy customers. Individual changes may be higher or lower depending on actual natural gas usage. Rate Type Average Average Average Average (usage in therms) monthly monthly bill: monthly bill: monthly bill: usage in current rates interim rates proposed therms Residential 87 $77 $78 $80 Commercial/Industrial - up to 1,499/year 66 $63 $64 $65 - 1,500 to 4,999/year 239 $210 $212 $214 - 5,000 or more/ ear 1,150 $971 $985 $956 Small Volume Dual Fuel - up to 119,999/year 4,083 $2,682 $2,721 $2,623 - 120,000 or more/ ear 15,458 $9,950 $10,091 $9,742 Large Volume Dual Fuel 109,275 1 $65,844 $66,779 $65,120 The Commission will determine the amount of the final rate increase on or before June 9, 2005. If the final approved rates are less than the interim rates, the difference will be refunded to customers, with interest. To examine the current and proposed rate schedules, visit CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco's office at 800 LaSalle Avenue, 11'h Floor, Minneapolis, Minn., 55402. The company's business office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. The filing may also be examined at the Minnesota Department of Commerce (MDOC), 85 Seventh Place East, Suite 500, St. Paul, Minn., 55101, telephone 651-296-6913 or TTY: 651-297-3067. 1 (over) Alternatively, the current and proposed rate schedules and request for new rates may be examined by visiting the company's Web site at www.minnegasco.CenterPointEnergy.com/ratecase. An administrative law judge will schedule public hearings. Public notice of the hearing dates and locations will be published in local newspapers in CenterPoint Energy's service areas. Persons who wish to intervene or testify in this case should contact the Administrative Law Judge, Richard C. Luis, Office of Administrative Hearings, 100 Washington Square, Suite 1700, 100 Washington Avenue South, Minneapolis, Minn. 55401-2138. BEFORE THE MINNESOTA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION LeRoy Koppendrayer Chair Marshall Johnson Commissioner Ken Nickolai Commissioner Thomas Pugh Commissioner Phyllis A. Reha Commissioner In the Matter of the Application of CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco, a Division of CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp., for Authority to Increase Natural Gas Rates in Minnesota ISSUE DATE: September 7, 2004 DOCKET NO. G-008/GR-04-901 NOTICE AND ORDER FOR HEARING PROCEDURAL HISTORY On July 14, 2004, CenterPoint Energy Minnegasco (Minnegasco), a Division of CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp., filed a petition for a general increase in gas rates. Minnegasco seeks to increase revenues by $21,772,000, or approximately 1.8%. For the test year Minnegasco proposed to use the forecasted test year ending September 30, 2005, adjusted for certain known and measurable changes. Minnegasco proposed that rates be effective within ten months of the filing. On July 15, 2004, the Commission issued a notice requesting comments on whether Minnegasco's filing complies with the requirements in Minnesota Statutes § 216B.16, Minnesota Rules parts 7825.3100 to 7825.4400 and prior Commission Orders. The Commission also requested comments on whether the matter should be referred to the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) for a contested case proceeding. On July 26, 2004, the Minnesota Department of Commerce (the Department) filed comments. Based on its review of Minnegasco's petition, and on Minnegasco's commitment to file certain additional information, the Department recommended that the Commission accept Minnegasco's filing as complete and refer this matter to the OAH for a contested case proceeding. On August 9, 2004, Minnegasco filed supplemental exhibits setting forth various assumptions underlying its petition, especially regarding the allocation of costs and revenues among Minnegasco, CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp. and affiliated entities. This matter came before the Commission on August 26, 2004. s '3 FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS I. JURISDICTION AND REFERRAL FOR CONTESTED CAST PROCEEDINGS The Commission has jurisdiction over proposed rate changes under Minnesota Statutes § 216B.16. If the Commission is unable to resolve all significant issues regarding the reasonableness of the proposed rates on the basis of the filing itself, the Commission is to refer the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings for contested case proceedings. Minn. Stat. § 216B.16, subd. 2. The Commission finds that it cannot satisfactorily resolve all questions regarding the reasonableness of the proposed rates on the basis of Minnegasco's filing. The Commission will therefore refer the matter to the Office of Administrative Hearings for contested case proceedings. II. PROPOSED RATES In the current case, Minnegasco proposed an overall rate increase of 1.8%, increasing the revenues recovered from each customer class as follows: Small Volume General Sales Residential Sales Commercial & Industrial - A Commercial & Industrial - B Commercial & Industrial - C Small Volume Dual Fuel - A Small Volume Dual Fuel - B Large Volume Dual Fuel Total Proposed Billing Rate Revenue Cost of Net Present Billing Increase Gas Percentage Rate Revenue (Decrease) Changes Change $ 648,275,000 $ 26,834,664 $ (1,635) 4.1% 18,397,000 659,961 1,697 3.6% 45,759,000 950,763 1,851 2.1% 215,046,000 (3,316,007) (272) -1.5% 74,291,000 (1,631,366) (161) -2.2% 56,193,000 (1,163,621) (224) -2.1% 127,738,000 (563,426) - -0.4% $ 1,185,699,000 $ 21,770,968 $ 1,256 1.8% A copy of Minnegasco's rate increase proposal is on file in the offices of the Department of Commerce, 85 Seventh Place East, Suite 500, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2198, and is open for public inspection during regular office hours. Copies are also available for public inspection at Minnegasco's offices at 800 LaSalle Avenue — Eleventh Floor, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402. The Commission, by separate Order, has accepted the filing and suspended Minnegasco's proposed rates. By further Order, the Commission will direct Minnegasco to place an interim rate schedule into effect. Interim rates are subject to refund if the Commission ultimately orders a lower overall revenue increase than is recovered through interim rates. Minn. Stat. § 21613.16, subd. 3. 2 J III. ISSUES TO BE ADDRESSED The Commission will direct the Administrative Law Judge and the parties to thoroughly address and develop a complete record in testimony, at hearing, and in settlement documents if applicable, regarding the following issues: A. Is the test year revenue increase sought by Minnegasco reasonable or will it provide Minnegasco with unreasonable and excessive earnings? B. Is the rate design proposed by Minnegasco, including the monthly basic service charge, reasonable? C. Are Minnegasco's proposed capital structure and return on equity reasonable? Should the Commission calculate Minnegasco's revenue requirement based on an imputed divisional capital structure that is significantly different from the parent organization's actual capital structure? How does the proposed basic service charge affect the required rate of return? How does the proposed Highway and Street Infrastructure Cost Recovery Rider affect the required rate of return? D. Is the proposed Highway and Street Infrastructure Cost Recovery Rider appropriate and reasonable? E. Is the proposed Large Commercial/Industrial Credit Policy Rider appropriate and reasonable? F. What service quality standards should the Commission adopt, if any, for Minnegasco?' G. Is Minnegasco's marginal class cost -of -service study adequate? The parties may also raise and address other issues relevant to Minnegasco's proposed rate increase. t In order to assist its deliberations on the service quality issue, the Commission will require that, at a milhimum, Minnegasco file supplemental direct testimony concerning a service quality plan. (See ORDER ACCEPTING FILING, SUSPENDING RATES, AND REQUIRING FURTHER FILINGS issued this date.) 3 -3 IV. NOTICE AND OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE To ensure that the public has adequate notice of Minnegasco's rate case, and an opportunity to participate, the Commission will take the following steps. First, the Commission will direct Minnegasco to mail copies of this Order to all municipalities and counties in its Minnesota service area and to such other persons as the Department may request. Second, the Commission will direct that public hearings be held in this matter at locations within Minnegasco's service area. Third, the Commission will direct Minnegasco to develop notices for the evidentiary and public hearings, obtain Commission approval of its notices, and then mail or publish the notices as set forth below: A. Individual written notice to each customer, which may be in the form of a bill insert, and shall be served at least ten days before the first day of hearings. B. Written notice to the governing bodies of all municipalities and counties in the area affected and to all parties in Minnegasco's last two rate cases. These notices shall be mailed at least ten days before the first day of hearings. C. Display advertisements in legal newspapers of affected counties and other newspapers of general circulation within Minnegasco's Minnesota service area. These advertisements shall appear at least ten days before the first day of hearings. They shall include the heading RATE INCREASE NOTICE, which heading shall appear in bold face type no smaller than 30 points. V. PROCEDURAL OUTLINE A. Administrative Law Judge The Administrative Law Judge assigned to this case is Richard C. Luis. His address and telephone number are as follows: Office of Administrative Hearings, Suite 1700, 100 Washington Square, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401-2138; (612) 349-2542. B. Hearing Procedure Controlling Statutes and Rules Hearings in this matter will be conducted in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, Minnesota Statutes §,§ 14.57-14.62; the rules of the Office of Administrative Hearings, Minnesota Rules, parts 1400.5100 to 1400.8400; and, to the extent that they are not superseded by those rules, the Commission's Rules of Practice and Procedure, Minnesota Rules, parts 7829.0100 to 7829.3200. 4 �� Copies of these rules and statutes may be purchased from Minnesota's Bookstore in the Department of Administration, 660 Olive Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55155; (651) 297-3000. These rules and statutes also appear on the State of Minnesota's website at www.revisonleg—statemm.us. The Office of Administrative Hearings conducts contested case proceedings in accordance with the Minnesota Rules of Professional Conduct and the Professionalism Aspirations adopted by the Minnesota State Bar Association. Right to Counsel and to Present Evidence In these proceedings, parties may be represented by counsel, may appear on their own behalf, or may be represented by another person of their choice, unless otherwise prohibited as the unauthorized practice of law. They have the right to present evidence, conduct cross- examination, and make written and oral argument. Minnesota Rules, part 1400.7000, provides for parties to obtain subpoenas to compel the attendance of witnesses and the production of documents. Parties should bring to the hearing all documents, records, and witnesses necessary to support their positions. Discovery and Informal Disposition Any questions regarding discovery under Minnesota Rules, parts 1400.6700 to 1400.6800 or informal disposition under Minnesota Rules, part 1400.5900 should be directed to Robert Harding, Public Utilities Rates Analyst, Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, 121 7`h Place East, Suite 350, St. Paul,. Minnesota 55101-2147, (651) 296-7125; or Kari Zipko, Assistant Attorney General, 1100 NCL Tower, 445 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101, (651) 296-1408. Protecting Not -Public Data State agencies are required by law to keep some data not public. Parties must advise the Administrative Law Judge if not -public data is offered into the record. They should take note that any not -public data admitted into evidence may become public unless a party objects and requests relief under Minnesota Statutes § 14.60, subdivision 2. Accommodations for Disabilities; Interpreter Services At the request of any individual, this agency will make accommodations to ensure that the hearing in this case is accessible. The agency will appoint a qualified interpreter if necessary. Persons must promptly notify the Administrative Law Judge if an interpreter is needed. �7 Scheduling Issues The times, dates, and places of public and evidentiary hearings in this matter will be set by order of the Administrative Law Judge after consultation with the Commission and intervening parties. Notice of Appearance Any party intending to appear at the hearing must file a notice of appearance (Attachment A) with the Administrative Law Judge within 20 days of the date of this Notice and Order for Hearing. Sanctions for Non-compliance Failure to appear at a prehearing conference, a settlement conference, or the hearing, or failure to comply with any order of the Administrative Law Judge, may result in facts or issues being resolved against the party who fails to appear or comply. C. Parties and Intervention The current parties to this case are Minnegasco and the Minnesota Department of Commerce. Other persons wishing to become formal parties shall promptly file petitions to intervene with the Administrative Law Judge. They shall serve copies of such petitions on all current parties and on the Commission. Minn. Rules, part 1400.6200. D. Prehearing Conference A prehearing conference will be held in this case on September 17, 2004, at 9:30 a.m. in the Small Hearing Room, Public Utilities Commission, 121 7th Place East, Suite 350, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2147. Persons participating in the prehearing conference should be prepared to discuss time frames, scheduling, discovery procedures, and similar issues. Potential parties are invited to attend the pre -hearing conference and to file their petitions to intervene as soon as possible. E. Time Constraints The Commission is required to act on Minnegasco's filing within ten months, or the proposed rates are deemed approved. Minn. Stat. § 21613.16, subd. 2. This ten-month period can be extended for brief periods to permit the negotiation and consideration of settlements. Minn. Stat. § 216B.16, subds. 1 a and 2. The Commission asks the Office of Administrative Hearings to conduct contested case proceedings in light of these time constraints and requests that the Administrative Law Judge submit his final report by April 9, 2005, in order to allow the Commission adequate opportunity for thorough consideration of the case. Z 33 VI. APPLICATION OF ETHICS IN GOVERNMENT ACT The lobbying provisions of the Ethics in Government Act, Minn. Stat. §§ 10A.01 et seq., may apply to this case. Persons appearing in this proceeding may be subject to registration, reporting, and other requirements set forth in that Act. All persons appearing in this case are urged to refer to the Act and to contact the Campaign Finance and Public Disclosure Board, telephone number (651) 296-5148, with any questions. VII. EX PARTE COMMUNICATIONS Restrictions on ex parte communications with Commissioners and reporting requirements regarding such communications with Commission staff apply to this proceeding from the date of this Order. Those restrictions and reporting requirements are set forth at Minnesota Rules, parts 7845.7300-7845.7400, which all parties are urged to consult. ORDER 1. - The Commission hereby refers this case to the Office of Administrative Hearings for contested case proceedings, as set forth above, with the request that the Administrative Law Judge issue his report by April 9, 2005. 2. The Administrative Law Judge and the parties shall thoroughly address and develop a complete record in testimony, at hearing, and in settlement documents if applicable, regarding the fallowing issues: A. Is the test year revenue increase sought by Minnegasco reasonable or will it result in unreasonable and excessive earnings for Minnegasco? B. Is the rate design proposed by Minnegasco, including the monthly basic service charge, reasonable? C. Are Minnegasco's proposed capital structure and return on equity reasonable? Should the Commission calculate Minnegasco's revenue requirement based on an imputed divisional capital structure that is significantly different from the parent organization's actual capital structure? How does the proposed basic service charge affect the required rate of return? How does the proposed Highway and Street Infrastructure Cost Recovery . Rider affect the required rate of return? 7 D. Is the proposed Highway and Street Infrastructure Cost Recovery Rider appropriate and reasonable? E. Is the proposed Large Commercial/Industrial Credit Policy Rider appropriate and reasonable? F. What service quality standards should the Commission adopt, if any, for Minnegasco? G. Is Minnegasco's marginal class cost -of -service study adequate? 3. Public hearings shall be held in this matter at locations within Minnegasco's service area. 4. Minnegasco shall -- A. Mail copies of this Order to all municipalities and counties in its Minnesota service area and to such other persons as the Department may request. B. Participate in public hearings in this matter held at locations within Minnegasco's service area. C. Develop and obtain Commission approval for notices for the evidentiary and public hearings, and then give the notices, as follows: Individual written notice to each customer, which may be in the form of a bill insert, and shall be served at least ten days before the first day of hearings. Written notice to the governing bodies of all municipalities and counties in the area affected and to all parties in Minnegasco's last two rate cases. These notices shall be mailed at least ten days before the first day of hearings. Display advertisements in legal newspapers of affected counties and other newspapers of general circulation within Minnegasco's Minnesota service area. These advertisements shall appear at least ten days before the first day of hearings. They shall include the heading RATE INCREASE NOTICE, which heading shall appear in bold face type no smaller than 30 points. 5. The Administrative Law Judge will convene a prehearing conference on September 17, 2004, at 9:30 a.m. in the Small Hearing Room, Public Utilities Commission, 121 7th Place East, Suite 350, St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2147. L� 6. Minnegasco shall work with the Executive Secretary to meet notice requirements of Minnesota statutes and rules. The Commission hereby delegates to the Executive Secretary the authority to approve notices for the duration of this proceeding. 7. This Order shall become effective immediately. B,y--�OPHaar T O MISSION Bur Executive Secretary (SEAL) This document can Pe made available in alternative formats (i.e., large print or audio tape) by calling (651) 297-4596 (voice), (651) 297-1200 (TTY), or 1-800-627-3529 (TTY relay service). 0j ATTACHMENT A BEFORE THE MINNESOTA OFFICE OF ADMINISTRATIVE HEARINGS 100 Washington Square, Suite 1700 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401-2138 FOR THE MINNESOTA PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION 121 Seventh Place East Suite 350 St. Paul, Minnesota 55101-2147 In the Matter of the Application of CenterPoint MPUC Docket No. G-008/GR-04-901 Energy Minnegasco, a Division of CenterPoint Energy Resources Corp., for Authority to OAH Docket No. Increase Natural Gas Rates in Minnesota NOTICE OF APPEARANCE Name, Address and Telephone Number of Administrative Law Judge: Richard C. Luis, Office of Administrative Hearings, Suite, 1700, 100 Washington Square, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401; (612) 349-2542. TO THE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE: You are advised that the party named below will appear at the above hearing. NAME OF PARTY: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE NUMBER: PARTY'S ATTORNEY OR OTHER REPRESENTATIVE: OFFICE ADDRESS: TELEPHONE NUMBER: SIGNATURE OF PARTY OR ATTORNEY: DATE: 4��— DATE: October 5, 2004 TO: Laurie A hrens, City Manager FROM: Anne lburt, Community Development Director SUBJECT: Hennepin County Adult Correctional Facility (HCACF) Population Report Hennepin County Community Corrections staff has submitted their monthly report on average daily population for the month of September 2004. The average daily population reported for the Plymouth facility was 574, less than the occupancy limit of 601 set by the Conditional Use Permit. The chart below shows the average monthly population since we began receiving reports in June of 1998. HCACF Monthly Population Report 700 600 500 3 �j 400 0CUP Limit m 300 ■Average Count m a 200 100 0 „ rn� Cn rn o o o o o o uai CN ' 0 U N Q N 7 O Q. a o -� z a z° U- 2 Month/Year DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MINUTES Wednesday, August 11, 2004, 7:00 p.m. Members Present Sarah Hayes, Wesli Waters, Karen Chesebrough, Andy Walstead, Kathy Osborne, Brian Forrest, Terry Jaffoni and Sally Strand Members Absent Boe Carlson Others/Staff Present Councilmember Black. Krista Torgerson, Intern Brian Vlach, Three Rivers Park District Shane Missaghi, Water Resources Engineer Margie Vigoren, Environmental Education Coordinator Patty Hillstrom, Secretary Call to Order Ms. Osborne brought the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. Review of Agenda The agenda for the August 11, 2004, EQC meeting was approved with the addition of an introduction of new members. Approval of Minutes It was moved by Karen Chesebrough, seconded by Andy Walstead and unanimously approved by the committee that the minutes for the June 9, 2004 meeting be approved as written. Ms. Osborne announced the presence of new members Wesli Waters and Sarah Hayes. General Forum Terrie Christian introduced herself stating that she is a resident of Plymouth who is involved in environmental issues concerning Medicine Lake. Ms. Christian has observed that NEMO ideas are not getting implemented in Plymouth policy and referenced two City projects in which the installation of curb and gutter would carry water directly into Medicine and Parker's Lake. Ms. Christian encouraged another presentation by NEMO to help get the implementation of their ideas going. Mr. Missaghi stated that more aggressive education with residents in regard to raingardens will be done in the future. Ms. Osborne suggested looking into the reasons for curb and gutter. Page 1 of 5 C.IDocuments and Settings llhofjmanUcall SettingslTemporary Internet Files DLK677108/104.doc A Mr. Missaghi will place this item for discussion on a future EQC meeting agenda. Turtle Lake Mr. Missaghi reported that the two issues concerning Turtle Lake are the water level and vegetation. Mr. Missaghi referred to the aerial photo analysis which indicates the water level in 1971, 1984, 1996 and 2002. He noted that there has not been much change in the water level on lower Turtle Lake but upper Turtle Lake has shrunk. He also noted that the encroachment of cattails and reed canary grass has not changed much but yellow water lilies are increasing. There are three rock dam structures in the ditch that control the water level. Mr. Missaghi reported that the analysis is not finished, but felt the challenge seems to be in controlling the vegetation. The residents around Turtle Lake feel that the lake is drying up and find it hard to believe the water level hasn't changed. Mr. Missaghi will complete the analysis of Turtle Lake and present his findings at the next EQC meeting. E-85 Fuel Krista Torgerson introduced herself stating that she has been an intern in the Engineering Department since May. She presented the information she compiled on E-85 fuel stating that she obtained most of her statistics from the American Lung Association. Ms. Torgerson reported that the environmental benefits of E-85 fuel include reduced emissions up 41%, reduced nitrogen oxides by 5-10% and a reduction in carbon monoxide by 27-40%. She said E-85 has a higher octane content which enhances engine performance and that there are a variety of makes and models of E-85 compatible vehicles available. A presentation, publicity materials and grant money are provided by the American Lung Association at no cost. Ms. Torgerson's recommendations for the City fleet includes: • Fueling current City FFV's using E-85 from the Holiday Station in Plymouth using a fuel card. • Continue to purchase FFV's in the future. • Research the possibility of converting the City's unleaded vehicles to E-85. • Installing an E-85 fuel system when half or more of the City fleet includes FFV's. Page 2 of 5 C:IDocuments and SettingslkhoJJmanlLocal Settingsl Temporary Internet FilesIOLK6771081104.doc 45 Mr. Forrest suggested placing a decal on City vehicles signifying that they are fueled by E-85. Ms. Jaffoni thought the American Lung Association could provide information and decals. A motion was made by Terry Jaffoni, seconded by Andy Walstead to make a recommendation to the City Council to establish a City policy that all passenger vehicle purchases for the City fleet be FFV and hybrid vehicles, and that when 50% of the City fleet consists of FFV vehicles a study of the cost benefits of a central fuel system using available grant money be conducted and that employees be required to purchase E-85 fuel. The motion passed unanimously. Schmidt Lake Larry Adams, homeowner on Schmidt Lake, expressed appreciation for Watershed the partnership between the Schmidt Lake Association and the City. He Management Plan reported that the catchbasin inserts were installed in July and asked if street sweeping could be delayed as late as possible to catch the leaves. Mr. Adams reported that the Schmidt Lake Association has decided to engage Bioverse to treat the algae in the lake. Treatment of the algae involves introducing a bacteria into the lake which is safe for humans and animals and requires no permit. Mr. Adams said the lake association will meet with Shane and Derek in the fall to make plans for 2005 and he left invitations for the EQC to the Schmidt Lake Association picnic on Saturday. Ms. Osborne thanked Mr. Adams for his report. Mr. Missaghi briefly reviewed the memo compiled by Derek Asche, Water Resources Technician, stating that design plans and cost estimates are being prepared by URS Corporation for the construction of three private property rain gardens within the Schmidt Lake Watershed. Quotes will be received in August for construction in September. He said catchbasin inserts were installed in July and that they are checked after rain events and street sweeping. Five sump manholes were cleaned on June 22, 2004 and re -inspected on July 26, 2004 with only one sump manhole requiring additional cleaning. Mr. Adams asked if he could receive notice of future EQC meetings by email. Introduction of New Sarah Hayes introduced herself stating that she will soon be 17 and Members attends Providence Academy. She is from Freemont, California and is excited to serve on the EQC. Wesh Waters introduced herself stating that she will soon turn 16. She is a sophomore at Armstrong High School and plays soccer and basketball. Page 3 of 5 C. (Documents and SettingsMoffmanlLocal Settingsl Temporary Internet Files IOLK6771081104.doc Ms. Chesebrough explained to Ms. Hayes and Ms. Waters that the EQC acts as an advisory committee to the City Council on environmental issues. She encouraged them to let the committee know what environmental projects they are working on and that they may suggest ideas to the EQC. Metropolitan Mr. Missaghi reported that a one year extension was requested from the Council, Small Metropolitan Council because it is too late in the year for construction of Grant the four raingardens. Ms. Osborne asked Mr. Missaghi to keep the EQC updated on the progress of this project. Green Tour Ms. Osborne reported that Ms. Chesebrough, Councilmember Black, Ms. Vigoren and herself participated in the Green Tour and that it was really neat. Councilmember Black suggested a tour next year. Ms. Osborne suggested changing the name from "Green Tour" and include visits to the same sites to see how they have transformed. Great River Project Ms. Jaffoni stated that there is not much more to say and referred the EQC to the website at www.oah.state.nin.us/aliBase/290115763.1-t.htm for an update on the project. Plymouth Business Ms. Vigoren referred to the memo written by Kris Hageman, Solid Environmental Waste Coordinator, and noted that Honeywell Solid States Electronic Champion Center and Turck Multiprox Inc. have been nominated as 2004 Environmental Champions and asked for a motion of recommendation from the EQC. A motion was made by Sally Strand, seconded by Terry Jaffoni to recommend to the City Council that Honeywell Solid States Electronic Center and Turck Multiprox Inc. be awarded the 2004 Environmental Champion Award. Medicine Lake Ms. Chesebrough reviewed the draft Medicine Lake Implementation & Implementation & Management Plan with the EQC and thanked Mr. Missaghi for keeping Management Plan track of everything and Mr. Vlach and Mr. Barten for their guidance. A motion was made by Brian Forrest, seconded by Sally Strand recommending approval of the Medicine Lake Implementation & Management Plan to the City Council. Mr. Missaghi will include a discussion and update of the plan at the next EQC meeting. Page 4 of 5 C. -Documents and SettingslkhoJJ'manlocal SettingslTemporary Internet FilesIOLK6771081104.doc 4+At Next Meeting Topics for the next EQC meeting include: • Discussion of the Medicine Lake Implementation & Management Plan • Update on Turtle Lake research • Curb and gutter pros and cons • Water conservation • Update of Medicine Lake ponds (possibly October meeting) • Options completed by Surface Water Task Force • Update on green roof at Dana property by Councilmember Black The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2004 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:29 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Patty Hillstrom Page 5 of 5 C. IDocuments and SettingslkhoffmanlLocal Settingsl Temporary Internet FileSIOLK6771081104.doc ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MINUTES Wednesday, September 8, 2004, 7:00 p.m. Members Present Sarah Hayes, Karen Chesebrough, Kathy Osborne and Wesh Waters Members Absent Boe Carlson, Brian Forrest, Terry Jaffoni, Sally Strand, and Andy Walstead Others/Staff Present Shane Missaghi, Water Resources Engineer Margie Vigoren, Environmental Education Coordinator Patty Hillstrom, Secretary No quorum was reached, so no official business was conducted. The group disbursed at 9:00 p.m. C. -Documents and SettingslkhoJfmanUocal SettingslTemporary Internet FilesIOLK6771090804.doc L Q �, OL 0 0 0 -00 Q cO _>+ N aCD V O _ co O cu ^^O I CD U— U- N ` L.i. 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L cu CO _ o p .� o N �-+ p 40 E C m O O N 0 O N >, O >+ Q cu Y L 0 voi 3 0- E > :...r �i 0)1 -.- CD ~' 'a -'c o CU co U L Cr -0 O v- o i1 0 0 -o ai cu fl- N cu O L m M o 0 j C60) C6 cu U CO U) U ll E L 0 i -0 0 cu� U -a cu U �V L 0o0 LO �ci rn c rn v,�ino M CU - I - ECU U Q N L �O U O 0- _0 CD U m Co c CD ccnE > 60 a� � of CITY OF October 6, 2004 PLYMOUTR Dear School Board Members: I am writing on behalf of the Plymouth City Council and the citizens of Plymouth. We know that your District is nearing the decision point relating to a schools reorganization plan. We have been following this issue with interest and certainly understand the intense financial challenges and other pressures that require some difficult decisions to be made. One of the plans under consideration includes the potential closing of Pilgrim Lane Elementary School in Plymouth. We are very concerned about the possibility of losing this neighborhood school. Plymouth's Comprehensive Plan includes the following Community Vision Statement: Plymouth values education, supports the school districts in the community and places an emphasis on educating the youth of the community. There is pride in the quality of school facilities, the safety of school buildings and grounds and the quality of school programs. Certainly losing a neighborhood school for many, many Plymouth families would not be in keeping with this vision. The Robbinsdale district covers quite a substantial geographic portion of Plymouth. If Pilgrim Lane were closed, Zachary Lane would be the only remaining 281 elementary school in the City. We try very hard to support and work cooperatively with all four of the school districts in Plymouth. We have found this relationship and sense of community/school identity to be most beneficial in those school districts where school facilities are supported and strengthened within Plymouth. Again, we understand that difficult decisions need to be made during this challenging budget time, but hope that you take our concerns into account when making your decision. Thank you for your time and consideration. At your service, Jb6• #.4aslpu yyA. hnson 5► PLYMOUTH ,biding Quality to Lile 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 www.b.plymouth.mn.us CITY OF October 8, 2004 PUMOUT-F SUBJECT: REZONING, PRELIMINARY PLAT, AND SITE PLAN FOR HERITAGE DEVELOPMENT OF MINNESOTA (2004116) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this letter is to inform you of a request by Heritage Development of Minnesota, under File No. 2004116, for a rezoning from FRD (Future Restricted Development) to RMF -3 (Multiple Family 3), a preliminary plat, a site plan, and variances for "Plymouth Crossing," a 30 -unit townhouse development consisting of three 10 -unit structures on the 7 -acre parcel located at the southwest corner of the intersection of Schmidt Lake Road and Northwest Boulevard. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 750 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of, and cordially invited to attend a Public Hearing to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 20, 2004, in the Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The public will be invited to offer questions and comments concerning this application at that time, or feel free to call the City Planning Department at (763) 509-5450 for more information. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter (lower level), 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. Sincerely, f'- an�\� Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2004116propnotice PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Place to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 CITY OF October 8, 2004 PLYMOUTR SUBJECT: VARIANCE FOR JEFFREY AND CONNIE CARLSON (2004105) Dear Owner/Occupant: This letter is written to inform you that Jeffrey and Connie Carlson, under file 2004105, submitted a planning application requesting approval of a variance to the bluff setback and alteration of the bluff iTXact area for a home addition and related improvements on property located at 12120-29 Avenue 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, October 20, 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, u4be,r�" 'anNn Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2004105propnotice PLYMOUTH A3 Be utifufPlace to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 www.d.plymouth.mn.us SUBJECT: SITE PLAN AMENDMENT FOR BONESTROO, ROSENE, AND ANDERLIK (2004119) Dear Owner/Occupant: This letter is written to inform you that Bonestroo, Rosene, and Anderlik, under file 2004119, submitted a planning application requesting approval of a site plan amendment for a parking lot and rain garden for property located at 1600 Xenium Lane North. The request also includes a variance to the required 10 -foot drive aisle setback. 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, October 20, 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 2004119propnotice �j PLYMOUTH A 5eautifufPface to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 CITY OF October 8, 2004 P LY M0 0+ SUBJECT: REZONING, PUD GENERAL PLAN AND PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR CSM (2004112) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this letter is to inform you of a request by CSM Corporation, under File No. 2004112, for a rezoning of property from I-1 (Light Industrial) to PUD (Planned Unit Development), and for a PUD General Plan and Preliminary Plat. The application proposes to redevelop the 28.7 -acre site located at the southwest corner of State Highway 55 and Vicksburg Lane. Under the proposal, the northerly 23.6 acres would contain a roughly 225,000 square foot retail commercial center anchored by Lowe's Home Improvement, and the southerly 5.1 acres would contain a roughly 60 -unit senior housing building or a roughly 21,000 square foot daycare center. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 750 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of, and cordially invited to attend a Public Hearing to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 20, 2004, in the Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The public will be invited to offer questions and comments concerning this application at that time, or feel free to call the City Planning Department at (763) 509-5450 for more information. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter (lower level), 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. Sincerely, V11\Aice "�-jtA Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2004112propnotice PLYMOUTH A BeautifufPfaee to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD - PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 - TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 www.d.plymouth.mn.us October 8, 2004 SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR JENNIFER DUNN (2004132) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this is to inform you of a request by Jennifer Dunn, under File 2004132, for a conditional use permit for an eight foot high privacy fence for property located at 324 Vinewood Lane North. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 500 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of, and cordially invited to attend a Public Hearing to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 20, 2004, in the City Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The public will be invited to offer questions and comments concerning this application at that time, or feel free to call the City Planning Department at (763) 509- 5450 for more information. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter (lower level), 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. Sincerely, IYK► �enooq' Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2004132propnotice 4 .rt:....,..1.r PLYMOUTH. A BeautifufPface to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 z October 8, 2004 SUBJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR BENJAMIN STEINKRAUS (2004027) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this is to inform you of a request by Benjamin Steinkraus, under File 2004027, for a conditional use permit to exceed 1,000 square feet for a detached garage for property located at 5910 Lawndale Lane North. This is an application continued from the May 5, 2004 Planning Commission meeting. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 500 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of, and cordially invited to attend a Public Hearing to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 20, 2004, in the City Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The public will be invited to offer questions and comments concerning this application at that time, or feel free to call the City Planning Department at (763) 509- 5450 for more information. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter (lower level), 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. Sincerely, "WSJ �t60 Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2004027propnotice2 7� PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 www.d.plymouth.mn.us October 8, 2004 CITY OF PLVMOUTR SUBJECT: PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT FOR LIBERTY PROPERTY LTD PARTNERSHIP (2004126) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this letter is to inform you of a request by WCL Associates, Inc., under File 2004126, for a planned unit development amendment to allow roughly 5,167 square feet of the existing building to be used as a furniture showroom with occasional retail sales open to the public for property located at 2800 Campus Drive. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 750 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of, and cordially invited to attend a Public Hearing to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 20, 2004, in the Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The public will be invited to offer questions and comments concerning this application at that time, or feel free to call the City Planning Department at (763) 509-5450 for more information. INFORMATION relating to this request may be examined at the Community Development Information Counter (lower level), 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. Sincerely, vml�n '5w Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2004126propnotice s o Z r W H I mH C V H Z_ 5S PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Pface to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 www ri nlvmni ith mn i ie The National Ataxia Foundation is National Ataxia a dedicated to improving the lives of persons affected by ataxia through Foundation support, education, and research. 2600 Fernbrook Lane, Suite 119 - Minneapolis, MN 55447 - Phone: (763) 553-0020 - Fax: (763) 553-0167 - Email: naf@ataxi Itta ' org September 28, 2004 ,%Q k 0 The Honorable Mayor Judy Johnson 10� City of Plymouth..6 3400 Plymouth Blvd. �.. Plymouth, Minnesota 55447-1482 Dear Mayor Johnson: The National Ataxia Foundation is a nonprofit organization established in 1957 to help ataxia families in Plymouth, Minnesota, and throughout the nation. Ataxia is an often fatal degenerative neurological disorder which affects an estimated 150,000 Americans. Ataxia can strike any one at any time. Too often ataxia strikes children and young adults. At this time, there is no treatment or cure for ataxia but there is hope through the continuing research efforts of the Foundation. There are many forms of ataxia which can be caused by a dominant or recessive gene and there is also a sporadic form of ataxia (no known gene or family history). Ataxia has struck throughout Minnesota, including in Plymouth. The most common recessive form of ataxia, Friedreich'sataxia, has a gene carrier rate of 1 in 110 people in the United States. The Foundation's national headquarters is located in Plymouth, Minnesota. Some of the volunteers and members of the Foundation's Board of Directors live in Plymouth, Minnesota. In fact, the Foundation's former Executive Director, who recently retired, still lives in Plymouth, Minnesota. The National Ataxia Foundation is the only organization of its kind in Minnesota or throughout the nation. The primary function of the Foundation is to help ataxia families and persons with related neurological disorders through research, education, and services. To support promising research and important programs, the Foundation depends on the generosity of others. In addition, charitable gambling has also significantly helped in support of these vital programs. The Foundation has been located in Plymouth for many years and was excited to learn that the Plymouth City Council now allows charitable gambling in the city. We applaud the city for allowing,charitable gambling. Charitable gambling has helped thousands of worthy causes throughout the state since the State of Minnesota authorized charitable gambling in 1985. 5� Page 2 of 2 Recently, the Foundation found an interested business owner in Plymouth to host charitable gambling at his restaurant/bar, Dutton's Bar and Grill. The Foundation has submitted to the City of Plymouth the premises permit application, copy of the lease agreement, sketch of the premises, copy of the gambling manager's bond, personal information on the signers of the charitable gambling account, and a $250.00 investigation fee. We have now discovered that the premises permit application has been denied because the business is within 650 feet of a residential area. I am writing this letter to you to respectfully request that the Plymouth City Council reconsider section 1105.11, Subd. 4 of the Plymouth City Code concerning areas prohibited. I would understand if the ordinance of 650 feet pertained to the sound of loud music or other such issues, but a restriction of footage to allow charitable gambling seems unreasonable and unfair. If a business, for example a gas station or bar, chose to have the state lottery at there business there are no restrictions on geographical proximity requirements. The vast majority of bar/restaurants located within Plymouth are franchise operated which receive their business directives from corporate, many times from out-of-state corporations. These franchises have expressed little or no interest in hosting charitable gambling. There are very few "mom and pop" bar/restaurants in Plymouth. In fact, I believe Dutton's Bar & Grill and Jakes may be the only two. Charitable gambling will add an additional revenue stream to a new business in Plymouth, provide much needed funding to support the important work of the Foundation, and will aid the city in support of important programs through the 10% Fund. We encourage the Plymouth City Council to revisit the issue relating to footage limitations on charitable gambling. If you should have any questions, or would like me to attend a city council meeting, please do not hesitate to contact me at (763) 553-0020 or email me at mike(o)ataxia.org. Thank you for your consideration on this matter. I remain... Respectfully yours, Michael Parent Executive Director 60 DATE: October 7, 2004 TO: City Council through urieAhrens, City Manager FROM: Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E. City Engineer SUBJECT: PROJECT TRACKING REPORT AS OF OCTOBER 7, 2004 Please find attached the updated Project Tracking Report, the purpose of which is to keep the City Council informed on the current status of active and pending construction improvement projects. Updates are noted in blue. attachment: Project Tracking Report 0AEngineeringTROJECfSTroject Tracking\MEMOS\Project_Tracking_Rpt_Oct 7_16_04.doc v m CD A ave A av3 a�3$° a_v- ate; o.dyd t_ a-oq, (A DMw• N ! m� 0 m� = mO7 d=o< a s �dVa d� 9' O 2 O A O +� O $ O < O O N c 0 A A A A c o a A m A?. m A c A A a A i„ A pr CL 2 D tp $pr ca ,a W .. 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