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Council Information Memorandum 05-02-2003
mummy MAY 29 2003 fiffl�MIGM GSANDkEYE,_��sT5 Planning Commission May 7 meeting agenda................................................................................. Page 3 Official Meeting Calendars for May, June, and July 2003............................................................... Page 5 Tentative list of agenda items for future City Council meetings ..................................................... Page 11 NEWSARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC. Moving Transportation Projects Forward (MOVE) In Motion News update ................................. Page 12 Notice from Hennepin County Transportation Department of additional work on the County Road 61 /Hemlock Lane Project.......................................................................................... Page 14 I-494 Commuter Services draft 2003 Work Plan ........................................................................... Page 15 I-494 Commuter Services Executive Director's April 2003 Report .............................................. Page 17 Notice of application for Time Warner Telecom of Minnesota to provide facilities -based localtelephone service................................................................................................................... Page 18 Invitation to a volunteer recognition event for Single Creek/West Mississippi Watershed Management Commission on Thursday, May 8............................................................................. Page 19 Star Tribune Columnist Doug Grow writing on a Burnsville -sponsored teen center .................... Page 20 Star Tribune news story about plans by the home improvement firm Lowe's to open a storein Coon Rapids...................................................................................................................... Page 22 Star Tribune "Letter to the Editor" from Councilmember Ginny Black regarding a proposed study of whether phosphorus should be removed from dishwashing detergent .............. Page 25 Wayzata/Plymouth Area Chemical Health Commission................................................................ Page 26 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO May 2, 2003 Page 2 STAFFREPORTS Update on proposed improvements to the Park & Ride lot at Highway 55 and Co. Rd. 73 ........... Page 27 MINUTES Draft minutes of the Park & Recreation Advisory Commission (PRAC) April 10 meeting ........... Page 30 Youth Advisory Council April 14 meeting..................................................................................... Page 34 Draft minutes of the Wayzata/Plymouth Area Chemical Health Commission April 4 meeting .... Page 36 CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY—CORRESPONDENCE Letter from a resident expressing concern about the property at 12125 24fl' Ave. N. An acknowledgement from Mayor Johnson is attached. The letter has been forwarded to Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt for a response ............................................ Page 37 Letter to Charles Hvass, Jr. regarding traffic lights on Highway 55; a copy of Mr. Hvass' original letter is attached.............................................................................................. Page 43 Summary of 2003 correspondence tracking................................................................................... Page 45 CORRESPONDENCE Letter from Metropolitan Council District I Appointee, Roger Scherer ........................................ Page 46 PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2003 WHERE: CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS Plymouth City Hall 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 CONSENT AGENDA All items listed on the consent agenda* are considered to be routine by the Planning Commission and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or petitioner so requests, in which event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda. 1. CALL TO ORDER - 7:00 P.M. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PUBLIC FORUM 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6. CONSENT AGENDA* A. Begin Oaks Golf. Approve site plan amendment to allow construction of a 10 -foot by 16 -foot building in the southern portion of the driving range to be used in conjunction with golf instruction, for property located at 5635 Yucca Lane North. (2003035) 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS A. P & L Concrete Stamping. Site plan, conditional use permit and variances for construction of a new commercial building for office and warehouse for property located at 3400 Kilmer Lane North. (2003030) 8. NEW BUSINESS A. Elaine Gorodetsky. Interim home occupation license to operate a skin care beauty service from her home located at 4090 Everest Lane North. (2003033) 9. OLD BUSINESS A. City of Plymouth. Discussion and recommendations on draft Subdivision Regulations. (2002147) 10. ADJOURNMENT W OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS May 2003 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 Apr 2003 Jun 2003 7:00 PM HUMAN S M T W T F S S M T W T F S RIGHTS 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 COMMISSION, 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Wayzata Central 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Middle School, 305 Vicksburg 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Lane (this 27 28 29 30 29 30 meeting only) 4 S 6 7 8 9 10 7:00 PM 7:00 PM PARK & 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH 10:30 AM - 4:00 PLANNING REC ADVISORY PANDAS ICE SHOW, PM PLYMOUTH COMMISSION, COMMISSION Plymouth Ice Center HISTORY FEST, Council Chambers (PRAC), Council Parkers Lake Park Chambers PLYMOUTH PANDAS ICE SHOW (2 SHOWS), Plymouth Ice Center 11 12 13 14 1-5 16 17 7:30 PM YOUTH 7:00 PM EVIRONMENTAL 6:30 PM -8:30 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PAIR, 5'.00 AM COUNCIL TOUR OF CITYWATERTREATMENT FACILITIES 9:00 AM -3:30 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, 500 P. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING YOUTHAPPLICA QUALITY COMMITTEE Oakwood Elementary School, 17640 Co. Rd.6 CLEAN-UP DAY, Public Council Chambers TS, D15CU55PROPDIED E%PANSIOI OF PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING; Pude (EQC), Plymouth Creek Center 700 PM HOUSING 8 Works Malntenence SaetyTre-9Raan REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA), Facility 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL Plymouth Towne Square MEETING, C-9 Cl-- (this meeting only) 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 7:00 PM SPECIAL"' COUNCIL MEETING. YOUTH SERVICE PM GREENWOOD SPORT FIELD RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONY, 11:00 AM CITY EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION LUNCH, Plymouth Creek Center 5:00 PM SPECIAL AWARDS RECEPTION, 3635 CO, Rd, 101 COUNCIL Council Chambers 7: 00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING: DISCUSS MEDINA ROAD; 7:00 PM PLANNING MEETING: TOUR HAZELDEN FACILITY, 11505 POND 8 DRAINAGE COMMISSION, 36th Ave. N. ISSUES; FUTURE STUDY Council Chambers SESSIONTOPICS, Plymouth Creek Center 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 MEMORIAL DAY City ' PL1AO�RA 'UC BUSINESS OUNCIL BORN C.W—R—•301 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH (Observed) - Offices Closed c'e—P.&-y M1 fl— ADVISORY ADVISORY 530 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL COMMITTEE ON MEETING CONSIDER FOR TOBACCO USAGE TRANSIT (PACT) - PARK PROPERTY, Pabea Safety TrWvp Ramon Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Couc1 Ch.14— modified on 5/2/2003 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS June 2003 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 7:00 PM 7:00 PM HUMAN PLANNING RIGHTS COMMISSION, COMMISSION - Council Chambers Council Chambers 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 7:30 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 5:30 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING:DISCUSS IVESIJONQUIL LANE DRAINAGE ISSUES, Public Safety Training Room 7:00 PM EVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EQC), Plymouth Creek Center 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC),Council Chambers Flag Day 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7:00 PM HOUSING d REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA), Medicine Lake Room 7:00 PM SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING: DISCUSS THIRD ICE SHEET, Council Chambers LEAGUE OF MINNESOTA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE, St. Cloud Civic Center 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 7:30 PM YOUTH aSA.1LYMOUTNJA 1(A BUSINESS RO�iidii4,Sbratm 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORYADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 6'.00 PM SPECIAL COUNCL MEETING. OSCCUSSI2002AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, Public Safety Training Room COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room 700 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 29 30 May 2003 Jul 2003 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 27 28 29 30 31 modified on 5/1/2003 7 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS July 2003 Sunday I Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 5:15 PM MUSIC IN PLYMOUTH, City Center Amphitheater 3 7:00 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - Council Chambers 4 INDEPENDENCE DAY - City Offices Closed 5 Jun 2003 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 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 7:30 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 7:00 PM EVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EQC), Plymouth Creek Center 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC ), Council Chambers Chambers 7:00PM PLANNG COMMNIISSION, Council Chambers 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 7:00 PM HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA), Medicine Lake Room 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 7:30 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 1:45 AM PLYMOUTH-MTKA BUSINESS COUNCIL, BORN Conference Room, 301 Carlson Parkway, 4th floor 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room 27 28 29 30 31 Aug 2003 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 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 modified on 5/1/2003 May 13 May 27 Tentative Schedule for City Council Agenda Items • Hearing on Vacation of a street easement in Lots 6 & 7, Block 1, Fazendin-Krogness Addition • Approve renewal of 2003 League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust property/casualty insurance • Authorize proceeding with planning of The Reserve neighborhood park • Two hearings for tobacco violations • Approve tobacco license for Smokies • Hearing to approve Wine and On—Sale 3.2 Liquor Licenses for Forest Bay Investment Group d/b/a Panchero's Mexican Grill, 4130 Berkshire Lane Unit B • Approve variance to allow redevelopment of an undersized lot located at 2344 Ives Lane North. Kevin and Rebecca Pfeiffer. (200303 1) • Approve site plan amendment to allow construction of a 10 foot by 16 foot building in the southern portion of the driving range to be used in conjunction with golf instruction for property located at 5635 Yucca Lane. Begin Oaks Golf. (2003035) • Comprehensive Plan Amendment and Rezoning to reguide and rezone certain parcels to achieve consistency between the City's Land Use Guide Plan and Zoning Map, and Comprehensive Plan Amendment to remove land from the "City - Owned Open Space" designation, for properties located west of East Medicine Lake Boulevard near 24h Avenue. City of Plymouth. (2003022) • Approve lawful gambling exemption of the Swedish Women's Educational Association (SWEH) of Minnesota • Approve Amusement License for Gopher State Expositions, Inc. for carnival at Four Seasons Mall • Receive Water Quality Report from Three Rivers Park District • Approve sale of $1,465,000 Street Reconstruction Bonds • Amendment to purchase agreement with Family Hope Services. Family Hope Services • Approve reclassification of Vicksburg Lane • Oath of Office for Firefighters • Amend Subdivision regulations • Amend Engineering Guidelines • Amend Weed Ordinance Wednesday, April 30, 2003 11:01 PM Ross Thorfinnson 952-944-0951 p.02 _��7w __Airm 1'_%&ZF MW /�on�y' Tiwss�vr�l�orr-�irs�� �iy�r�bvis 4/28/03 (612) 819-1743 w.,P.v.MOVEMN.com Overtime Numbers: An investigative article in the St. Paul Pioneer Press on April 28, 2003 focusing on state workers' overtime compensation noted that MnDOT was one of the largest users of this practice during the last four years. Administration officials indicated that each department would be directed to review its policies and practices. Layoffs Coming: It is expected that the results of current and proposed budget cuts will show up in layoffs during the next few weeks as retirements are announced and employees shift to open positions. It was projected that several hundred MnDOT workers would be let go and a large number of positions left open. A majority of the vacancies/job cuts are to occur in the operations and administrative areas. M"0V +`r -SSG Lv !t Will Only Get Worse: There had been a running dialogue among transportation advocates to discern when the starts will align enough to move a real funding proposal through the legislature. The story goes something like this—you can't raise the gas tax or other user fees when you have a surplus as it sends the wrong message. The flip side that has been used for the last decade sounds like this—you can't raise taxes and fees when the state is running a deficit—we need to tighten our belt. This has sent many a transportation supporter to astrologers to ascertain when those starts might align and hope that the Legislature is in session. In reality, there are a variety of reasons for the political stalemate existing around this issue, and we've mentioned a number of those factors often here: lack of leadership at the state level, no consensus on a solution that is balanced, a public that is concerned but not active, ineffective advocacy efforts, a lackadaisical transportation industry and a business community that has not placed a high -enough priority on this issue. At times, it appears that waiting for the 'starts to align' will occur before transportation supporters develop a workable plan of attack. What's your part? • Rudeen Promoted. Erick Rudeen will be leaving his position as Committee Administrator for the Nouse Transportation Finance Committee and joining the government relations staff at MnDOT. Erik worked previously for Lt. Governor/Commissioner Molnau when she chaired the same committee. Those who worked with Erick found him to be a top-notch legislative staffer, always helpful and willing to share his time and thoughts. Earmarking State Style: State Legislators have been loathe to pick-up the federal practice of earmarking specific projects often establishing programs that address specific issues like local bridges, bottlenecks and inter -regional corridors. The unveiling of last week's Senate Transportation plan saw the inclusion of several road projects that were culled from a long -list of show -and -tell proposals introduced during the session. The interesting aspect of the inclusion is that the projects included were from Republican districts. In an attempt to pick up support and get a few members to buck the Governor, these projects were included and presented some difficult political choices for a number of committee members. It is expected that the Republican ranks will remain strong and the projects will be removed from the final bill. IZ `rfo Movemr,.crc Wednesday, April 30, 2003 11:01 PM Ross Thorfinnson 952-944-0951 p.03 "_L01ZrNW -_mss• :=��y:;..x_::_gs }� Transportation Bill Plods Along: The House/Governor's transportation bill continues to move through the House legislative process and should make its way to the House floor early this week. Transportation advocates criticized the proposal for not 'doing enough' for transportation, noting that no new funding was being provided to address the growing congestion problem. Local governments saw little to support in the bill, and transit is facing a serious funding crisis. It also appears f that the House will not act on a bonding bill at this time either. The bonding bill normally contains a number of transportation -related items such as funding for bridges, ports and local roads. Transit Orphaned. Transit systems are once again caught in the middle of bigger battles and should emerge even more wounded. Transit authorities had their ability K__ to levy for operations repealed, but were promised that a transfer of about 22% of the Motor Vehicle Sales Tax (MVST) would be committed to make up for the loss of y'J operating funds. As the session heats up, legislators are preparing to renege on that commitment as they tackle the issues of Local Government Aid (LGA), property tax equity and other budget priorities. Transit will again be left idling. Se,n. S ni f Real Money Proposal. Senate DFLers put forth a funding proposal that increases funding significantly and is balanced regionally, among levels of government and between transportation modes. The major components of this bill include a 5 -cent increase in the state gas tax, a rollback of the license tab fee reductions, allocates 1 additional dollars for state and local government roads and increases funding for i transit operations statewide. This package would direct an additional $2 billion ` towards transportation over the next four years with the majority of it being new revenue. The bill also contains budget reductions and authorizes using the "federal ' - 7 advanced funding" mechanism included in the Administrations proposal. I- 1. Partisanship Senate Style: Traditionally the Senate has had a more bipartisan - approach to transportation funding, but this year Republicans are sticking with their Governor. The Senate proposal, which is being amended and reworked, is expected to pass but received little if any support from Republicans. As congestion grows and transportation projects stack up, this latest sign of partisanship appears to doom transportation again. Bonding Bill Stalls: In order to pass bonding bills it takes 60% of the legislators in either body. Senate Republicans last week refused to support the capital investment bill on the floor and it failed to pass. It may be revived later in session, -�' but getting it approved by the Senate may be easier than getting it through the House. Senate Transportat/onPackage—A non-starter: Pawlenty Administration ,E- representatives reaffirmed their opposition to any tax increases such as the gas tax license tab fees. They are intent on sticking with their 'bonding and advanced funding' plan. They have reluctantly admitted that 'eventually, when the economy rebounds, we may have to look at some revenue increases'. This continues that transportation -funding dance that has taken place for the last decade. (3 Hennepin County Transportation Department 1600 Prairie Drive 763-745-7500, Phone Medina, MN 55340-5421 763-478-4000, Fax 763-478-4030, TDD www.co.hennepin.mn.us April 24, 2003 RE: County Road 61 "Hemlock Lane" (Bass Lake Road to 71St Place) Road Re -Construction Project Dear Resident: Activities necessary to complete the Hemlock Lane reconstruction are underway. Remaining activities include: • Installation of a concrete sidewalk along the East side between 62'd Place and the North side of St. Joseph Church • Concrete for center islands • Fence installations • Final grading and sod along adjoining properties • Final project cleanup and miscellaneous repair • Paving of the final blacktop surfacing • Pavement messages and striping To minimize any motorists' delays, work zones will use limited lane closures. Completion of all work is expected by mid-June. Thank you for your continued patience throughout this reconstruction process! Please call me with any concerns or questions at (763) 745-7569 or (612) 282-1714 (mobile). Sincerely, Paul B. Backer, PE Construction Project Engineer C: File — 61/8544 CE PE G. Butcher — City of Maple Grove D. Faulkner — City of Plymouth FO An Equal Opportunity Employer Recycled Paper 494 Commuter Services 2003 Work Plan (DRAFT) ADOPTED APRIL 23, 2003 Goal#1 Increase Property Manager Promotion of Commuter Choices • Conduct 18 commuter fairs at major office complexes • Send bi-monthly reminder/newsletter article (e.g. construction updates) to all property managers • Conduct a commuter information seminar with property managers • Work with city's to make sure that new developments --exceeding in size city specific thresholds --have a TDM plan • Promote designation of preferential parking for pools Goal #2: Increase Employer Promotion of Commuter Choices. • Enroll 35 employers in the Commuter Challenge • Conduct 30 commuter fairs • Conduct 3 commuter surveys and transportation management plans • Complete commuter zip code map for 12 employers • Put up commuter information board at 30 employment sites • Work with I-494 Board to provide entree to employers. • Market and assist employers in implementing TDM strategies (e.g. Van -GO, Van driver and referral incentives, tax benefits, communications to employees, GRH) • Identify and regularly update 30 Commuter Benefit Coordinators • Create employer network at a minimum of two key spots (e.g. Golden Triangle, Best Buy neighborhood) • Facilitate commuter programs meeting with major hotels along corridor • Introduce new on-line ridematching system to employers. • Collect and track timely information on employer participation in commuter programs Goal #3: Increase Employee Awareness and use of Commuter Choices • Add 900 commuters to Ridepro database • Register 450 I-494 Commuters as new car or van poolers • Create 6 new VanGO vans • Put up roadside Rideshare signs at entrance to several office complexes • Track increases in employee use of carpool, vanpool, bus, telecommuting, flex -time • Collaborate on MCS "Inside Lane" monthly newsletter to employers Goal #4: Create New Marketing Materials and Incentives for the I-494 Corridor Commission • Increase visibility of I-494 Corridor Commission commuter program assistance. For example, new name for outreach efforts — "494 Commuter Services" • Create brochure on employer/property manager communication strategies • Create new commuter incentive with portion of budget • Explore new van shuttle from 2-3 outlying Park -n -Ride lots to Best Buy and nearby neighbors CAWINDOWS\Temporary Internet Files\Content.IE5\9HP3JD3D\494workplan.o3.doc 15 Goal #5: Increase the General Public's Awareness of Transportation and Commuter Issues • Update I-494 Website on a regular basis • Write semi-annual article/advertisement for all local/regional newspapers in six corridor cities. • Widely promote the regional "Commuter Challenge" consisting of broad public outreach on congestion issue and commuting options • Assist with planning for 2003 Commuter Choice Awards Program • Nominate I-494 employers/property managers for 2003 Commuter Choice conference Awards ' • Give presentations to allied organizations, such as member City chambers, City staff, other transportation providers, etc. • Encourage media coverage of new TDM/transit strategies and innovative case studies Goal # 6: Work with Local and NationalPartnersto Advance TDM as Effective Congestion Mitigation Strategy • Participate in national organizations to network, share information and enhance capacity • Serve on I-494 Busway Task Force • Provide input and assist with testing new regional commuter incentives • Enter all relevant data on employers and property managers into the regional Ridepro database. • Train new I-494 staff on commuter program outreach Workplan Strategies A) Staffing - 494 Commuter Services staff will each provide commuter assistance to employers in one to three Cities. ➢ Dave Van Hattum - Plymouth, Minnetonka, and on-going contacts ➢ Melissa Madison - Bloomington, Richfield, Edina ➢ Kate Diercks- Eden Prairie (with emphasis on the Golden Triangle). B) Create and enhance communications tools ➢ Update website (includes revising GT TMA ➢ Create new commuter fair display ➢ Send quarterly mailing to employers ➢ Enlarge employer list on Ridepro C) Track results on semi-annual basis. website to direct people to the 494 Website) ➢ Report new commuters registered as carpools or vanpools, and other new commuters enrolled in the Guaranteed Ride Home program (i.e. new busriders, bicyclists and walkers) CAWINDOWS\Temporary Internet Fi1es\Content.IE5\9'P 03D\494workplan.o3.doc U Qi L) E O U me CD d' X m X , O O 0 N L O O W N O 0- y O. M L O0 °� (D IL U ai CO ` H m O —O 0 L 0) 0 O 7 E X m > O c Y Q m m W W 2::D Z h> 2 0>0) C '0 m ^ i0 cn ':3 c M U _O ai o a J C) J 0 cu cu a`m�� Q- C) C) O N O " cn = O L F- O c 2 � (D E o D N � c (D L C7 v� �° S E s a o w- ° d (0 c0 E N Q E E L c U O O OO j 222 cco JZZOFEix nl- v c (0 _rn a� L M L U m .c a Ld 0 U c c0 C? c O N (0 U �o O U c c co 0 _o E N (D 0 0 u U (Dg m L. L � U � Q c C J O 7 a L-a) L O U c E O_ �CL E rho+ L CL ti tG M M U s v m a� 3 U o m cn 0) N c 0 cuL co a LU OO O f' N cu n- a Y a) �p O O V ^ C 0 0 c coca 0 ` (1)N `E f>U N (1) O N naa)- E L O 0030 U 0 w N (D m L. a) m -Ecu o E Q c 7 c E O_ �CL �' 0 Z t c �► a L M 'gyp O a) o c N a� 3 0. L) c c E �' O X N 01 2 0 E = U- V E m m o c`a t o) .rn rn T3 E E UJ 0 o E E 2- W WmmmUUUO6W WwU-(D m UW WN m cn 0) N c 0 cuL co a LU OO O f' N cu n- a Y a) �p O O V ^ C 0 0 c coca 0 ` (1)N `E f>U N (1) O N naa)- E L O 0030 April 25, 2003 To Whom It May Concern: 2800 LASALLE PLAZA 800 LASALLE AVENUE MINNEAPOLIS. MN 55402.2015 TEL: 612-349-8500 FAX: 612-339-418 www.rkmc.com ATTORNEYS AT LAW REBECCA M. LIETIIEN (612) 349-8773 Re: In the Matter of an Application for an Amended Certificate of Authority by Time Warner Telecom of Minnesota, LLC to Provide Facilities — Based Local Telephone Service Pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 237.16, subd. 4, notice is hereby given that Time Warner Telecom of Minnesota, LLC has requested issuance of an amended Certificate of Authority from the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission to provide facilities -based local telephone service in all communities in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Exchange Area served by any of the following companies: Qwest Corporation, Sprint Communications, L.P., Citizens Telecommunications Company of Minnesota, Inc. (d/b/a Frontier Citizens Communications of Minnesota) or Frontier Communications of Minnesota, Inc. Comments or questions related to that application may be sent to either or both: Minnesota Public Utilities Commission 121 Seventh Place East, Suite 350 St. Paul, MN 55101 Minnesota Department of Commerce '_ 85 Seventh Place East, Suite 500 �t St. Paul, MN 55101 Very truly yours, Ot ROBINS, KAPLAN, MILLER & CIRESI L.L.P. 11 L611 Rebecca M. Liethen Counsel for Time Warner Telecom of Minnesota, LLC Word 15061832.1 1'3 A T L A N T A - B 0 S T 0 N - L 0 S A N G E L E S I M I N N E A P O L I S N A P L E S• 0 RANGE COUNTY -SAI N T PAU L• W ASH I N G T ON, D. C SHINGLE CREEK/WEST MISSISSIPPI WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSIONS Invite you to an OPEN HOUSE • Recognition of Volunteers • Presentation of the 2002 Annual Report • Discussion of 2004 Work Plan Thursday, May 8, 2003 7:00 p.m. Clubhouse at Edinburgh 8700 Edinbrook Crossing Brooklyn Park, MN Shingle Creek/West Mississippi Watershed Management Commission Meetings 6:00 — 7:00 p.m. SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION BROOKLYN CENTER•8ROOKLYN PARK•CRYSTAL•MAPLE GROVE•MINNEAPOLIS•NEW HOPE•OSSEO•PLYMOUTH•ROBBINSDALE WEST MISSISSIPPI WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION BROOKLYN CENTER•BROOKLYN PARK•CHAM PLIN*MAPLE GROVE•OSSEO 19 startribune.com Close window Doug Grow: Minnesota today still cold, especially in the shoulders Doug Grow Star Tribune Published 04/27/2003 Once upon a time, Minnesota was known for its bad climate and creative government. Go to a place called "The Garage" in Burnsville for a small example of that Minnesota -- yesterday's Minnesota. Burnsville had a classic problem: Teens who weren't among the best athletes or top students were falling through the social cracks in disturbing numbers. The city found a creative solution that at least partially addressed that national problem. In 1999, with a combination of city funds and grants from foundations and the state, it turned some unused space in a maintenance facility into a gathering place for teens. What makes the Garage unique from other teen centers is that the teens actually have been put in charge. "They own it," said Burnsville Mayor Elizabeth Kautz. While the city's recreation department has oversight, "it's their board that runs it, their values. They've raised money. They found an architect to design the interior. Everything about it is theirs." The teens have made music the focal point of their center. On Friday and Saturday evenings, it is a venue for local bands. The rest of the week, there are programs -- smoking -cessation classes, baking classes, a book club, a drama club, a dance team, drum and guitar lessons -- but always there is music. "The music is the glue," said Katie Alexander, who is 15 and has become a leader at the Garage. "Music is what all kids have in common." Emily Smith, also 15, talked about how music breaks down barriers, shatters cliques and leads to feelings of acceptance. "You come here on a weekend night, and the first thing you hear is the music," she said. "And then you step inside and you see all these people -- people who might not have anything to do with each other at school -- talking to each other and dancing and having a great time." Apparently, out of the noise and chaos, a sense of well-being is born in surprisingly large numbers of the Garage teens. "We've done surveys that show grades in school have improved, relationships in families have improved, the self-esteem of the kids here has improved [and] leaders have emerged," said Gary Harker, the city's recreation director. These days, the 12 -to 19 -year-olds at the Garage are getting advanced lessons in the politics of the new Minnesota. The city has provided the Garage about $75,000 annually. A variety of state grants totaling about $90,000 have been crucial to keeping it going. Sources of that money include the state's tobacco endowment, the Department of Children, Families and Learning and the Department of Public Safety. But the grants probably will disappear in a few weeks as Gov. Tim Pawlenty continues to pursue his vision of balancing the budget without raising taxes. To their credit, Garage teens don't appear to believe that they're more entitled to their grants than the hundreds of other Minnesota groups facing the loss of state dollars. Representatives from the Garage recently attended a rally of nonprofit organizations at the State Capitol and were astounded by the amount of need they saw. "It's happening to everybody," said Cassie Hanson, 15. Hanson, Smith and Alexander said that some legislators actually seemed to hear what they were saying. Others weren't so eager for conversation. "It was like, 'You're cute kids; now, get out of my office,' " Alexander said. But the teens aren't going to go away just yet. Hanson has put together a video about the splendors of the Garage that will be used in lobbying efforts. An open house at 6:45 p.m. Monday will feature the video, a few teen speeches and, of course, some music. The governor is among the political dignitaries invited. But the teens don't really expect to see him. Kautz, the Burnsville mayor, wishes state policymakers would stop by the Garage. "I'd like them to see for themselves what [teens] can do if you trust them, encourage them, even invest a little in them," she said. But that's the old Minnesota. What's the new Minnesota? Well, we still have a bad climate. But these days, creative government appears to mean encouraging more citizens to carry guns. Call it a cold Arkansas. The Garage is at 75 Civic Center Pkwy., across from Burnsville City Hall. Doug Grow is at dgrow a&tartrib.u_.ne._com. © Copyright 2003 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. 21 staftribune.com. Close window Lowe's plans to open store in Coon Rapids Melissa Levy Star Tribune Published 05/01/2003 Lowe's Companies Inc. has filed plans to open a store in Coon Rapids, signaling that the nation's No. 2 home improvement retailer is about to make its long -anticipated entry into the Twin Cities market. The North Carolina -based chain, best known for its appeal to do-it-yourselfers and women, said Wednesday it was not ready to provide details of its plans for the metro area. But commercial real estate brokers have said Lowe's long has been scouting for local sites and is certain to open several Twin Cities stores. Beyond Coon Rapids, where the site plan for the store has been filed with the city, Lowe's is said to be interested in Woodbury, Shakopee and Maple Grove. Home Depot, Lowe's primary national competitor -- and the home improvement category leader -- has 18 Twin Cities stores, including three the Atlanta-based chain has opened in the past six months. Regional player Menards has 17 stores in the Minneapolis -St. Paul area. The Eau Claire, Wis.-based retailer already competes with Lowe's in such Midwestern markets as Fargo, N.D., and Waterloo and Dubuque, Iowa. In Coon Rapids, the site of the planned Lowe's Home Improvement Warehouse is east of Hwy. 10 and Main Street. The retailer clearly wants to be near its rivals. The site -- previously planned to be a movie megaplex -- is just down the block from both a Menards and Home Depot. The newest metro -area Best Buy and Sears stores are near that same intersection. Lowe's has been taking market share aggressively from those retailers in appliance sales. According to the site plan, the new Lowe's would be nearly 135,000 square feet and have a 27,000 -square -foot garden center. The store is similar in size to a metro Home Depot. Coon Rapids' planning commission expects to consider the project this month. Although the 20 -acre parcel is now vacant, the surrounding area has seen some of the most rapid retail development in the Twin Cities in recent years. Retailers are attracted to the strong residential growth in the northern metro suburbs -- good news for a chain that wants to lure people undertaking home improvement projects. Lowe's has been on the most aggressive growth spurt in its 57 -year history -- opening about two new stores a week. The retailer plans to open 130 stores in its current fiscal year, after adding more than 100 in each of the past few years. Lowe's stores typically employ about 175 people. Its roots are in rural markets, but Lowe's increasingly has been looking to expand into larger cities. The company has more than 850 stores -- and is in every state except Minnesota, Wisconsin, Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. Its 2002 sales were $26.5 billion. In contrast, the 25 -year-old Home Depot chain has more than 1,500 locations in North America. Its sales last year were $58.2 billion. •L'L Lowe's arrival in the Twin Cities likely will shake up the competitive landscape. When Home Depot entered the Twin Cities in the late 1990s, Builders Square quickly pulled its five stores out of the market. Best Buy executives, speaking at the Richfield -based consumer electronics chain's analyst meeting Wednesday, said they are trying to compete with home improvement retailers in appliances by offering exclusive brands and new technology. For example, the Best Buy in Richfield has been featuring a Samsung refrigerator that has a LCD monitor that can access the Internet. The model costs more than $5,000. Sears is the nation's largest appliance dealer, but it has been losing market share to No. 2 Lowe's and Home Depot. Home Depot recently surpassed Best Buy as the nation's third-largest seller of appliances, according to industry reports. Lowe's largest product category is appliances -- accounting for 11 percent, or nearly $3 billion, of sales last year. Melissa Levy is at mley,�a _startribune.com. © Copyright 2003 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. 21) startribune.com The competition Published 05/01/2003 Menards Inc. Headquarters: Eau Claire, Wis. CEO: John Menard Jr. Employees: NA (privately -held) Stores: more than 160 in 10 states Minnesota stores: 28 Website: http://www.menards.com The Home Depot Inc. Headquarters: Atlanta CEO: Robert Nardelli Employees: 280,900, as of 2/2/03 Stores: more than 1,500 in the U.S., Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico Minnesota stores: 27 Website: http://www.homedepot.com Lowe's Companies Inc. Headquarters: Wilkesboro, N.C. CEO: Robert Tillman Employees: 123,000, as of 1/31/03 Stores: 850 in 45 states Minnesota stores: 0, for now Website: http://www.lowes.com ©. Copyr..igh..t 2003 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. Close window startribune.com Close window Ginny Black: Who needs a study? Dishwashing detergent doesn't need phosphorus Ginny Black Published 05/01/2003 I am very disappointed in the Star Tribune's Saturday editorial supporting a study of whether phosphorus should be removed from dishwashing detergent. First, the best, most economical solution to pollution is prevention. If we accept that phosphorus, in concentrations too high to be handled by the natural systems, is a pollutant, then it only makes sense to remove it from products that do not need it. Prevention is what is being proposed in the bill removing phosphorus from dishwashing detergent. If phosphorus is not in the products we purchase it won't get in the environment in quantities large enough to be a pollutant. Second, the law is not banning any products. Manufacturers, by deciding to make products containing phosphorus, are banning their own products. If the manufacturers reformulated their products they could be sold here. A number of products on the market that do not contain phosphorus can clean dishes very well. I know: I use them, and have for years. My dishes are perfectly clean. Finally, industry is again missing an opportunity to make a product that is environmentally friendly, to develop an advertising campaign promoting that fact, and to make a killing when consumers start buying that product because of its eco -friendliness. Don't these folks talk to their marketing people? Ginny Black lives in Plymouth. Copy._rght_200.3.._ Star Tribune. All rights reserved. 25 WPAzkC1qC WAYZATA/PLYMOUTH AREA CHEMICAL HEALTH COMMISSION 600 RICE STREET • WAYZATA. MINNESOTA 55391 • 952-473-0234 Meeting Notice Friday, May 9, 2003 7:00 am — 8:00 am Wayzata High School Room B302 — P Floor Media Center (Media Center opens at 7:00 am) 4955 Peony Lane Plymouth, Minnesota A. Introductions — 7:00 B. Review and accept/amend minutes — 7:05 C. Treasurer's Report — 7:10 D. Public Safety Update — 7:15 E. School Updates — 7:25 F. Students — 7:35 G. Agency Update — 7:45 H. PIP — 7:50 I. Clergy Update — 7:55 J. Other K. Adjourn DATE: April 30, 2003 TO Mayor and City Council Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager through Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E., Director of Public Works `Q FROM: Pat J. Qvale, Public Services Manager /\ ' George C. Bentley, Transit Consultant ' SUBJECT: IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK AND RIDE LOT AT T.H. 55 AND C.R. 73 BACKGROUND: The Plymouth Metrolink Park & Ride lot at T.H. 55 and C.R. 73 was the first such lot put into use shortly after the transit system began operations in 1984. Although past records are not complete, at some point the lot was expanded to its present size. The lot is built within MnDOT right -of way for T.H. 55. Over the years the lot has fallen into a state of relative disrepair. While the condition of the lot and its attendant facilities do not impact on its utility, it is apparent that remedial repairs and upgrading are necessary to bring the lot up to current City and Plymouth Metrolink standards. At the present time the long-term plans for a transit facility at this or a nearby site are not complete, and funding has yet to be procured. The time frame for long-term improvements is probably five years out at best, unless some alternate funding source becomes available. IMPROVEMENTS NEEDED: With the help of our transit facilities consultant, LSA Design, Inc., specific improvements to this Park & Ride lot have been identified. These improvements have been developed in conjunction with staff to ensure they provide adequate upgrading for short-term needs (5 —7 years), that they are consistent with other Park & Ride lot improvements at other City Park & Ride lot locations, and that the project cost is reasonable and fits within available funding sources. The improvements identified are: • Blacktop patching and resurfacing (sealcoating) • Restriping of lot 2� N:\Pw\Engineering\Transit\RESOL\2003\CC Memo re 55-73 upgrade 4-30_03.doc IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK AND RIDE LOT AT T.H. 55 AND C.R. 73 Page 2 Adding a trash receptacle, bicycle rack and exterior bench Replacing the current signage Providing electrical service to the existing bus shelter for lights and heat It is believed by staff that these improvements are necessary and will significantly enhance the transit experience for Plymouth Metrolink passengers. COSTS AND FUNDING: Attached is a cost estimate for this project prepared by LSA Design, Inc., who would act as the general contractor. Individual components of the work would be performed by subcontractors that would be chosen from a requested list of written estimates. At least three estimates will be sought for each work component, but it is possible that fewer than three estimates will be submitted. The total estimated cost of the project is $31,825, of which $24,625 is for construction, materials and amenities, and $7,200 is for fees from LSA Design, Inc. for project coordination, approvals, plans and construction administration. Funding is available through an exiting Regional Transit Capital (RTC) grant with the Metropolitan Council, #SG -01-57. This is the grant that also includes the Reserve Transit Station. Some part of the LSA Design, Inc. fees may need to be paid from Transit Reserve Funds held by the City to meet the RTC requirements that no more than 7% of the total project cost may be used for design, engineering and construction management. This amount will be minimal, and adequate Transit Reserve Funds exist for this purpose. CONCLUSION: Work on this project is planned to begin as soon as possible and will be completed before the end of summer, 2003. Current use of the lot will not be disrupted during construction. Since this is primarily a maintenance project and no additional funding is being requested, City Council action is not being requested. However, staff wanted to provide the Mayor and City Council with this information in advance, and let you know that we appreciate your comments. Please contact Pat J. Qvale at 763-509-5502 for questions or comments. 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Athletic Associations. None were present. b. Staff. Blank talked about the first day of summer registration. People started logging on and using rec-connect and touch tone registration at midnight. In our first 24 hours, we took in $111,000 in registrations. The web registration and TTR accounted for 78% of those registrations in the first 24 hours. Several classes filled the first day of registration. Primavera begins tonight at the Plymouth Creek Center and continues Friday, Saturday, Monday and Tuesday. The Yard & Garden Expo is Saturday, April 261h. The Ice Show is the weekend of May 10th, and the History Fest is also May l Oth. Blank stated that groups are anxious to get on the fields. Three Rivers Park District will not be guarding French Park beach this summer due to financial constraints. Only our West Beach will be guarded of the three beaches on Medicine Lake. 4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION a. Approved dog park. The City Council approved the dog park. Blank shared a copy of the brochure, which advertises the dog park. These will be made available at pet clinics and stores like Petsmart, and at the police department counter where people come in to get their dog licenses. b. Approved funding for garden. Blank stated that additional funding was needed for the Millennium Garden. He explained that we had raised $240,000 from brick sales and other donations, and had another $200,000- $250,000 of in-kind contributions. Expenditures are expected to slightly exceed donations, so the Council approved an additional $35,000 to be 1610 PRAC Minutes/April 2003 Page 14 taken from the park dedication account. Blank explained that the funds would be reimbursed eventually, as fund raising continues. Blank distributed a mock-up of the Millennium Garden invitation and dedication program. The dedication is Sunday, June 29th, beginning at 2 p.m. We hope to have members of the MN Orchestra performing, and we'll be serving refreshments. The program begins at 2:45. A special fanfare was written for the Music in Plymouth program, which may be performed at the dedication. The community band will be playing some jazz tunes during the latter part of the event. Former Mayor Tierney and Mayor Johnson will both speak during the ceremony. c. Awarded bid for Oakwood tennis court. Council awarded the bid for the improvements at the Oakwood tennis courts. It came in under budget. We're waiting for contracts to be signed and for load limits to be lifted from the roads. We're also waiting for asphalt plants to reopen. Four tennis courts and one basketball court are being redone as part of this project. d. Rolling Hills playground. This has a $100,000 budget. Low bid came in at $75,000. That bid was awarded last Tuesday. e. Pave Bass Lake hockey rink. This was approved to go out for bid, and we're taking quotes on it now, Blank stated. Six inches of soil will be removed from the hockey rink. Krahulec asked about the residents' checks that were collected. Blank said we would start depositing them soon. f. Ball field repair. Blank explained that crushed rock is now being spread in the first phase of this improvement. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. View video from 2002 Gold Medal Awards program. This is the highest award a parks department can receive. The video being shown is of Asheville, North Carolina, a community the same size as Plymouth. We have submitted an entry into this year's competition. b. Update on 3rd sheet of ice. There will be another study session on this issue on April 15. Blank expects the study session to begin around 8 p.m. We have a new update from Kraus Anderson. The project cost estimate went down to $5,000,000. Blank has a meeting Friday morning with Dave Sorensen of Wayzata Hockey. When the report he is preparing is finished, copies will be sent to PRAC. A traffic study on 37th Avenue completed by the engineering department, parking options, funding, etc., are all included in the report. We don't expect any action to be taken at next week's Council meeting. PRAC members are invited to the meeting. 3( PRAC Minutes/April 2003 Page 15 c. Update on skate park/BMX course. Blank and Peterson went to Maple Plain to look at their BMX course. A Plymouth resident and his son called Blank recently and said they are BMX racers. They offered to provide input on this project. Blank said we would build a basic bare bones course. The League of MN Cities believes that they are going to change their standard on skate parks to allow platforms to be higher. By the end of April they should have made a decision. We will wait to hear what they decide before building the skate park. The church parish council has approved it, but a district council has to approve it. Singer mentioned that she thought the BMX course had been nixed by the Council, but Blank explained that they approved it on a 4-3 vote. d. Update on Lake Camelot Park. Blank had slides to show that depicted the progress being made on this park. e. Update on workhouse building use. Blank explained that staff is working with Interfaith Outreach and the school district to use the abandoned women's facility for a teen gathering place. Meyer asked for a recap of how this building would be used. Blank discussed a few of the options, including educational classes, retail such as Caribou Coffee, teen programming, training classes, etc. The key is getting the building free from the county. The school district would be the primary funding source for this project. Right now flowers are being grown in this facility that our parks department uses in our various parks, etc. Blank then showed a slide presentation on the dog park, explaining the different views as seen in the slides. He also showed some slides of the work being done at Lake Camelot Park, including the boardwalk and the trail on the west shore. This was followed by a few slides of the skate park/BMX course site. Blank explained that the evergreen trees would be transplanted to another area on the site. The site will not be fenced. It will be signed with the same rules and regulations as our skate park on 23rd Avenue. A slide was shown then of the site of the Plymouth Creek maintenance garage. Some sumac was cleared, and this is where the garage will go. The final two slides were a shot of the Millennium Garden and the trail leading to it from 34th Avenue. Blank described the progress on this project to date. There's a wedding already scheduled there for June 28th, the day before the official dedication. Singer wants this garden to be smoke free. She really wants staff to pursue this. Blank said it hasn't been discussed, but Singer is strongly encouraging a decision on this. Rezabek said he agrees with Singer, but wonders about the trail leading to the garden. Singer suggests a certain smoke-free zone where smoking would be prohibited, like within 50 feet of �z PRAC Minutes/April 2003 Page 14 taken from the park dedication account. Blank explained that the funds would be reimbursed eventually, as fund raising continues. Blank distributed a mock-up of the Millennium Garden invitation and dedication program. The dedication is Sunday, June 29th, beginning at 2 p.m. We hope to have members of the MN Orchestra performing, and we'll be serving refreshments. The program begins at 2:45. A special fanfare was written for the Music in Plymouth program, which may be performed at the dedication. The community band will be playing some jazz tunes during the latter part of the event. Former Mayor Tierney and Mayor Johnson will both speak during the ceremony. c. Awarded bid for Oakwood tennis court. Council awarded the bid for the improvements at the Oakwood tennis courts. It came in under budget. We're waiting for contracts to be signed and for load limits to be lifted from the roads. We're also waiting for asphalt plants to reopen. Four tennis courts and one basketball court are being redone as part of this project. d. Rolling Hills playground. This has a $100,000 budget. Low bid came in at $75,000. That bid was awarded last Tuesday. e. Pave Bass Lake hockey rink. This was approved to go out for bid, and we're taking quotes on it now, Blank stated. Six inches of soil will be removed from the hockey rink. Krahulec asked about the residents' checks that were collected. Blank said we would start depositing them soon. f. Ball field repair. Blank explained that crushed rock is now being spread in the first phase of this improvement. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. View video from 2002 Gold Medal Awards program. This is the highest award a parks department can receive. The video being shown is of Asheville, North Carolina, a community the same size as Plymouth. We have submitted an entry into this year's competition. b. Update on 3rd sheet of ice. There will be another study session on this issue on April 15. Blank expects the study session to begin around 8 p.m. We have a new update from Kraus Anderson. The project cost estimate went down to $5,000,000. Blank has a meeting Friday morning with Dave Sorensen of Wayzata Hockey. When the report he is preparing is finished, copies will be sent to PRAC. A traffic study on 37th Avenue completed by the engineering department, parking options, funding, etc., are all included in the report. We don't expect any action to be taken at next week's Council meeting. PRAC members are invited to the meeting. 3( PRAC Minutes/April 2003 Page 15 c. Update on skate park/BMX course. Blank and Peterson went to Maple Plain to look at their BMX course. A Plymouth resident and his son called Blank recently and said they are BMX racers. They offered to provide input on this project. Blank said we would build a basic bare bones course. The League of MN Cities believes that they are going to change their standard on skate parks to allow platforms to be higher. By the end of April they should have made a decision. We will wait to hear what they decide before building the skate park. The church parish council has approved it, but a district council has to approve it. Singer mentioned that she thought the BMX course had been nixed by the Council, but Blank explained that they approved it on a 4-3 vote. d. Update on Lake Camelot Park. Blank had slides to show that depicted the progress being made on this park. e. Update on workhouse building use. Blank explained that staff is working with Interfaith Outreach and the school district to use the abandoned women's facility for a teen gathering place. Meyer asked for a recap of how this building would be used. Blank discussed a few of the options, including educational classes, retail such as Caribou Coffee, teen programming, training classes, etc. The key is getting the building free from the county. The school district would be the primary funding source for this project. Right now flowers are being grown in this facility that our parks department uses in our various parks, etc. Blank then showed a slide presentation on the dog park, explaining the different views as seen in the slides. He also showed some slides of the work being done at Lake Camelot Park, including the boardwalk and the trail on the west shore. This was followed by a few slides of the skate park/BMX course site. Blank explained that the evergreen trees would be transplanted to another area on the site. The site will not be fenced. It will be signed with the same rules and regulations as our skate park on 231d Avenue. A slide was shown then of the site of the Plymouth Creek maintenance garage. Some sumac was cleared, and this is where the garage will go. The final two slides were a shot of the Millennium Garden and the trail leading to it from 34th Avenue. Blank described the progress on this project to date. There's a wedding already scheduled there for June 28th, the day before the official dedication. Singer wants this garden to be smoke free. She really wants staff to pursue this. Blank said it hasn't been discussed, but Singer is strongly encouraging a decision on this. Rezabek said he agrees with Singer, but wonders about the trail leading to the garden. Singer suggests a certain smoke-free zone where smoking would be prohibited, like within 50 feet of �z PRAC Minutes/April 2003 Page 16 the site. Singer also thinks we should have a policy on tobacco use at the skate parks. 6. NEW BUSINESS a. There was no new business. 7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION Singer attended the City Council study session and discussed the tobacco - free policy. The necessary votes were received by the Council, and this will go to another study session on May 27th. The Council may be interested in some type of policy but not as restrictive as Eden Prairie. They like Golden Valley's policy, which is smoke-free at all youth athletic events taking place in their parks. Anderson commented that there's a lot going on with smoking policies around the country. Meyer suggested that we add the tobacco policy to next month's agenda. Rezabek asked about the distance allowed between a private property and a city trail for the installation of a fence. The city fence ordinance says it can be six inches from the trail. The trail in question is on the south side of Schmidt Lake Road. It was suggested that Rezabek talk to someone in engineering. Blank said he would drive by and take a look at it. There's nothing new to report on the Begin property, or on the Hollydale Golf Course. Blank said we do not have any first right of refusal on any golf course property. Fiemann said Elm Creek has a new clubhouse. 8. STAFF COMMUNICATION The next meeting will be held on May 8. 9. ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MEETING APRIL 14, 2003 Council Members Present Absent Peter Beste Marina Bo kis Ifna Ejebe Adam Hahn V Vacant Paul Jungels Akash Kumar Mark Lenhardt Michael Letich Janet Li VO Jean Yin City Manager Dwight Johnson, Deputy City Clerk Kurt Hoffman, and Recreation Program Coordinator Regina Michaud were also present. Jean called the meeting to order at 7:35 PM. Jean made a motion seconded by Ifna, to approve the agenda. The motion passed in a unanimous voice vote. Jean made a motion seconded by Ifna, to approve the minutes of the March 31 meeting The motion passed in a unanimous voice vote. Youth Center Facility options Dwight reported that the Communities in Collaboration Council met on April 10 with a representative from Hennepin County Commissioner Mark Steinglein's office. Commissioner Steinglein supports the development of a center project at the workhouse site but the County has no funding to offer. The Communities in Collaboration Council is interested in getting more youth involved in the planning process for the site usage. Dwight noted that the City also continues to consider finishing off the lower level of the Plymouth Creek Center, with possible space for youth programs there. Jean said the Plymouth Creek Center site might have greater appeal because people already know about that location, but a site close to Parkers Lake could also be appealing. Dwight noted that discussions have touched on devoting some space to a coffeehouse concept, but that it probably wouldn't work as a commercial operation because of limited operation hours. He said building and zoning regulations would also restrict a coffee shop Youth Advisory Council April 14, 2003 Meeting Page 2 to less than 15% of the site. However, the school district might want to help run a coffeehouse with business education students. Following discussion, the group agreed that the work house site might be a better site for bands and louder music, since the Plymouth Creek Center upper level is often used for receptions and events that might find loud music disturbing. However the space for such an event at the workhouse site might be more limited. The Council agreed it might be better to designate certain nights for middle school age groups, and other nights for older students. They discussed how comfortable parents might be about having students near the workhouse site, and agreed they might be more comfortable with older students using the site. Dwight suggested that the Youth Advisory Council put together a recommendation with the next two months. Citizens Academy Proposal Dwight presented Lieutenant Mike Goldstein's proposal to offer the Citizen's Academy program in a two-stage curriculum, with five initial three-hour sessions offering the basic overview, and another five or six sessions giving more detailed exposure to issues. The program would begin in January of each year. The Council expressed an interest in shorter length classes, and offering the program during the summer, but agreed it was a good compromise and encouraged the effort offered by Lieutenant Goldstein. Committees 1. Youth Service Awards Committee Paul said the committee has discussed potential speakers. He also report that if there are fewer than 10 nominations, the reception would be cancelled and recipients would be recognized at a future City Council meeting. 2. Intergenerational Committee Ifna and Regina reported a successful roundtable on terrorism, with nearly 40 participants. The committee will be meeting on April 21 at 3:00 PM at the Plymouth Creek Center. 3. Marketing Committee Ifna reported that the committee is looking for decorating possibilities for the screen and sofa. Regina suggested consulting with the Parks & Recreation Department to request supplies and materials. Pete and Adam agreed to co-chair the committee in the future. The next meeting is scheduled for April 24 at 7:00 PM at the Vicksburg Caribou. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM. Wayzata -Plymouth Area Chemical Health and Violence Prevention Commission Minutes April 4, 2003 Members Present: Craig Gerdes, Mike Panger, Curtis Smith, Carol Bergenstal, Judy Hanson, Barbara Hickock, Martha Anderson, Many Little, Jenny Hibbard Introductions: Minutes: The minutes from March were approved. Treasurer's Report: No change. Judy Hanson will apply to the WSH PTSO for funds for the Prom parties. Public Safety Update: Plymouth has conducted another round of compliance checks, with outstanding results. It was agreed that the Commission would send a Letter to the Editor of the Sun Sailor congratulating those businesses that had consistently passed over the last 3 and 4 years. School Updates: Judy Hanson and Mike Panger reported that Spring Break once again resulted in increased risk-taking behaviors by our students. The Commission discussed parent's responsibility and guidelines, and Judy Hanson brought up the idea of reducing or eliminating Spring Break from the calendar. Students: Agency Update: Partners in Prevention: The group is printing more copies of the booklets aimed at employers, parents and faith groups to facilitate discussion and policies around youth chemical youth. PIP is also trying to engage a local speaker to talk to parents and youth about mangy uana use. Clergy Update: Other: 3( Is CITY OF PLYMOUTR May 2, 2003 I have received your letter regarding the condition of the property at 12125 24th Avenue North. I was recently made aware of this situation and certainly appreciate the pictures you included with your letter. A copy of your letter has been forwarded to Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt with a request that the Housing Division follow-up on this property and provide a report to you on the inspection results and anticipated corrections that may be ordered. I have asked that a copy of this report also be provided to me so I can monitor the results. Thank you again for bringing this to my attention. Residents truly are the "eyes and ears" of the community, and I appreciate the time you took to document and notify me of this problem. After you have received the report on the property, let me know if I can be of further assistance. 3� PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Pface to Lim 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD of PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 www.b.plymouth.mmus 3� 3q cl� I�ZD- 15 0 r a s va, � -any � =•�� r ` � �; ; `�;�,� r ,VF. 4 44 AMW . `• —'�'+-fir � � �~----� •����t`* �' L .Vy rte• _ 1 r J � � ~�ii~ ;.! li2YI"�.�'d7Ci��'t/=. „,}.. � SI•�)�,b� v 1~i } ,w !SS's s. �`✓'!'�t� 1 r f� y�'` ';. •- - t 1 ?� 1/-eA e Charles T. Hvass, Jr. ? 5010 Holly Lane North, Unit 4 0 / Plymouth, MN 55446 ��c A15 t, April 22, 2003 &7`} Mr. Dwight Johnson City Administrator City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Boulevard Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Mr. Johnson: I live at 5010 Holly Lane and commute on Highway 55. It seems like every three months or so a traffic light goes out in the morning resulting in a 3 -mile -plus back up of traffic. I have yet to see any police officers attempting to direct traffic and clear up the backlog. I doubt that crime is a serious issue between 7 and 8 in the morning, but having a few thousand cars sitting still for a half hour strikes me as an inefficient use of the highway. Any chance a contingency plan could be put into place to have officers clear traffic when a light goes out? CTH:pw Yours truly, Charl s T. Hvass, Jr. +W � � & 2 \ g / � c•g /Z=t a r - g \ E�\j \ 7 > `tLI 7 o ` \ _ $ a�@% / 3 § e j a \ k\\ \ R o u \ § ��\ }/\ �7g k�\ & 2 Q m\m 5 ) � Q e \\/ mrqm / \ ) ® cq /\ / \ �\\ / § /m\ § /2, }=c2 to •` @ \/S ] { / j \ 2:1 }\k - \ \ x /\} $ 2 \ Q j \ a � � & 2 It Metropolitan Council Building communities that work April 30, 2003 Honorable Judy Johnson Mayor City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd Plymouth, MN 55447-1482 Dear Mayor Johnson: This letter is to introduce myself as the Metropolitan Council member, recently appointed by Governor Pawlenty, for District 1. I have also been assigned to Chair the Management Committee and serve as a member of the Environmental Committee. I have experience representing northern and western Hennepin County cities and working with local communities and the overlapping jurisdictions. I served on the Metropolitan Council from 1980-1984 during Governor Quie's administration and from 1992-1998 during Governor Carlson's terms in office. I represented Brooklyn Center at the Legislature from 1966 to 1972 and served on the Plymouth Planning Commission in 1992. I am interested in learning about Plymouth's planning related issues and identifying ways the Council can assist in resolving them. I would also like to hear about your successes. If I can be of assistance, please feel free to contact me at rscherer@schererbros.com. Robin Caufman, Senior Planner and Sector Representative for District 1, is also available to assist the City and answer questions. We will be contacting you or your staff shortly to arrange for a time to meet in person. Ms. Caufinan can be reached at robin.caufinan@metc.state.mn.us or 651.602.1457. I look forward to meeting you and working with your community. Regards, Roger Scherer Metropolitan Council District 1 cc: Dwight Johnson, City Manager Anne Hulrburt, Comm.Dev. Dir. f Epi V - 2 i 1 1 6 �t www.metrocouncil.org Metro info Line 602-1888 230 East Fifth Street • St. Paul. Minnesota 55101-1626 (651) 602-1000 • Fax 602-1550 17Y 291-0904 An Equal Opportunity Employer