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Official Meeting Calendars for July, August, and September 2003 ................................................. Page 3
Tentative list of agenda items for future City Council meetings...................................................... Page 9
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NEWSARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC.
City news release regarding peddler and solicitation licenses........................................................ Page 10
City news release announcing resignation of City Manager Dwight Johnson .................................Page 11
City news release inviting applicants to serve on the Charter Commission ................................... Page 14
Parks & Recreation industry magazine article announcing Plymouth's Park &
Recreation department as a finalist in competition for excellence in park and
recreationadministration................................................................................................................ Page 15
Minnesota Department of Health annual follow—up monitoring report on lead and
copper levels in tap water............................................................................................................... Page 16
Invitation to the observance of Wayzata High School's centennial anniversary ............................ Page 19
Invitation to grand opening of Gale Woods Farm educational park .............................................. Page 20
Invitation to grand opening of Regent at Plymouth senior housing ............................................... Page 21
STAFFREPORTS
Fire Department monthly report ..................................................................................................... Page 22
Evaluation report on traffic issues in Bass Lake Estates................................................................ Page 30
Evaluation report on the "Wave, Wait, and Walk" program........................................................... Page 32
MINUTES
Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission June 11 meeting ............................................... Page 37
CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO
July 25, 2003
Page 2
Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission June 12 meeting ......................................... Page 39
Suburban Transit Authority July 16 meeting.................................................................................. Page 42
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY—CORRESPONDENCE
Summary of 2003 correspondence tracking ....................................... :........................................... Page 46
CORRESPONDENCE
Letter to Mayor Johnson from Speak the Work Church Senior Pastor Randy Morrison ............... Page 47
Thank—you letter from Plymouth Civic League President Barb Willis for the City's
continued support of the "Music in Plymouth" events.................................................................. Page 49
Letter to residents regarding a request for comprehensive plan amendment and
planned unit development sketch for CSM corporation (2003076) ............................................... Page 50
Letter to residents regarding a request for site plan amendment for Arnesen &
Herbert(2003083).......................................................................................................................... Page 51
Letter to residents regarding a request for variances for James Dehnbostel (2003072) ................ Page 52
Letter to residents regarding a request for planned unit development for Picture
This Framed, Inc. (200307 3).......................................................................................................... Page 53
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Tentative Schedule for
City Council Agenda Items
Aug. 12 Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers
• Approve Site Plans and Variances for pump houses at 4450 Nathan Lane and 4300
Lancaster Lane for the City of Plymouth
• Approve Site Plan Amendment to allow a screening enclosure for the club house at
Elm Creek Golf Course, 19000 Highway 55
• Consider Rezoning from RSF-1 to RSF-3 and a preliminary Plat for 9 single family
lots at 4395 Juneau Lane N.
• Consider Conditional Use Permit, Site Plan Amendment, and Variances to allow an
auto repair business in the C-3 Zoning District at 3510 Kilmer Lane N.
• Consider an Interim Use Permit to operate a seasonal market located at 1455
County Road 101
• Consider an Interim Home Occupation Permit to operate a photo -video studio to
transfer photos, slides, and old movies to video out of the home located at 11600-
49'' Avenue North
• Consider request of CVS Pharmacy for Sketch Plan for a pharmacy with right
in/right-out access to Highway 55 to be located at the southeast corner of Highway
55 and County Road 101
• Authorize proceeding with Lift Station Telemetry Updates (3119)
Aug. 26 Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers
• Public hearing for approval of 2004 Street Reconstruction Plan, Accept Feasibility
Report, Order Project, and Authorize Issuance of Bonds
• Consider development applications for former Dana Spicer site
• Hearing on approval of intoxicating on -sale and Sunday liquor licenses for El
Azteca Restaurant, 3500 Vicksburg Lane, #500
Note: Special Meeting topics have been set by Council; all other topics are tentative.
City of Plymouth
News Release
For Immediate Release Contact:
July 22, 2003 Laurie Ahrens, 763-509-5052
City of Plymouth Requires That
Some Peddlers and Solicitors be Licensed
Warm weather brings out more door-to-door sales people — and residents often call City Hall to
ask if peddlers are registered with the City. Most people selling goods or services door-to-door in
Plymouth must register with the City.
When canvassing, the peddler must carry his/her permit. The peddler permit will feature a
photo and expiration date. While the City does not investigate the company or product as part of the
registration process, police officials do conduct a drivers license check and criminal history check on
the salesperson.
Exceptions to Peddler Registration
Under federal law, people who are only selling literature or taking orders for products to be
delivered from another state are exempt from registering.
Stopping Door -to -Door Sales
Under City ordinance, you can prevent all peddlers from coming to your house by posting a
"Peddlers and Solicitors Prohibited" sign near your door.
The Police Department maintains a list of licensed peddlers. For more information, call 763-
509-5160.
City of Plymouth
News Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT:
July 24, 2003 Dwight Johnson, 763-509-5051
Judy Johnson, 763-509-5007
612-384-4636 - cell
City Manager Dwight Johnson announces that
he will leave Plymouth to relocate to the Chicago area
After a ten year tenure with the City of Plymouth, City Manager Dwight Johnson announced
yesterday that he will resign his post sometime this fall in order to relocate to the Chicago area.
Johnson is making the move due to a career opportunity that his wife, Pam Johnson, has accepted in
the Chicago area. As city manager, he is responsible for handling day-to-day operations of the city and
carrying out policies set by the City Council.
"This is purely a personal, family decision. This is a tremendous opportunity for Pam, and after
a number of moves.following me through several cities in my career, it is well past time for us to make
a move for her. This will be a real adventure for both of us," said Dwight Johnson.
Pam Johnson has accepted a job as Vice President of Enrollment Management at Dominican
University in River Forest, Illinois. She has served as an Associate Dean at the College of St. Catherine
in St. Paul since 1987.
"I don't have a job lined up, but Chicago is a big place with lots of suburbs, and there will be
interesting opportunities to be found and explored," said Dwight Johnson.
While Mayor Judy Johnson says the move is exciting for the Johnson family, it's a loss for
Plymouth. "We will certainly miss his trusted guidance, vision and passion for our community," she
said. "He embodies the best of the best that a city manager can be — high ethics, fairness, vision,
dedication and selflessness. Even this decision to leave Plymouth for Pam is part of that selflessness.
He's doing it for his wife and family — and that's just him."
"As a city, we'll keep moving forward because that's what we do, but we will miss him,"
Mayor Johnson added.
As city manager, Johnson has been in Plymouth's top staff post during a time of rapid growth.
The city's population has swelled from 51,000 to more than 67,000 during that time.
While Johnson is quick to downplay his role in major changes in the community, much has
changed while he has been at the administrative helm. He credits the City Council for its vision and
commitment to building a quality community. "I can't really talk about my accomplishments. I may
have helped problem -solve or added value to some things, but everyone else on the city staff does the
work around here," he said.
Among the noteworthy changes that Johnson has seen are:
Much new municipal infrastructure has been added;
• Development in the City Center area has taken off and thousands of units of
housing have been added;
0 The Plymouth Ice Center/Life Time Fitness, a first of a kind, public — private
collaboration, opened;
• Collaboration has flourished with other governmental agencies, school districts
and community groups;
• The City achieved the highest bond rating possible, putting it an elite group
nationwide;
The paid -on-call Fire Department implemented an innovative scheduling
method, called duty crew, which helped reduce response time;
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• The Police Department expanded its community -oriented focus to include more
collaboration with school officials, neighborhood groups and apartment
managers; and
• Plymouth Creek Center, an activity center and fieldhouse, was developed.
"Doing any one of those things as well as all of the day-to-day work of the city requires the
hard work and talent of many people. Much has been accomplished because of the efforts of
employees throughout the City. There is no finer group of people to work with anywhere. Plymouth
has been relatively easy to manage because we have great, dedicated employees," Johnson said.
In addition to serving as City Manager, Johnson has served as the City's representative to diverse
regional and local boards. He also serves on various community groups.
Prior to working for Plymouth, Johnson was city manager in Shoreview, a suburb of St. Paul. He
also worked for the City of Grand Island, Nebraska.
In coming weeks, the City Council will consider plans for filling the City Manager position.
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City of Plymouth
News Release
For Immediate Release Contact:
July 24, 2003 Laurie Ahrens, 763-509-5052
Citizens Invited to Apply to Serve on Plymouth Charter Commission
The Plymouth Charter Commission currently has several vacancies for both two-year and four-
year terms. The individuals appointed to fill these vacancies will be eligible for reappointment to a 4 -
year term.
To be considered to serve on the Charter Commission, please submit a letter of application and
interest to District Court Chief Judge Kevin S. Burke, Fourth Judicial District, Government Center,
300 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis, MN 55487. Letters should be submitted by Fri., Aug. 29.
The Charter Commission is an independent body that works on issues related to Plymouth's
City Charter. The Charter defines City government structure and operations. Plymouth voters adopted
the City Charter in 1992.
If you have questions about the role of the Charter Commission, call Assistant City Manager
Laurie Ahrens, 763-509-5052.
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Gold Medal Finalists Named
finalists for the 2003
the 2003 Gold Medal finalists by
National Gold Medal &
class:
State Park Awards pro-
1 Less than 25,000 residents: *40
gram have been announced
Colts Neck, N.J.; Blooming -
by the National Sporting
dale, Ill.; Frankfort Square, -..
Goods Association Sports Foundation.
Ill.; and Ithaca, 111.
The awards are presented annually to
125,00&-50,000: Decal, Ill.; Engle -
communities throughout the U.S. for
wood, Colo.; Glen Ellyn, Ill.; and
excellence in park and recreation
Grand Junction, Colo.
administration. The award program is
1 50,000 - 100,000: Bloomington, Ind.;
held in cooperation with NRPA and
Denton, Texas; Plymouth, Minn.;
the National Sporting Goods Associa-
and Schaumburg, Ill.
tion, and is sponsored by Porter Ath-
1 100,000-250,000: Concord, Ohio;
letic Equipment Co.
Naperville, Ill.; Scottsdale, Ariz.;
"Being a finalist is an honor in
and Tallahassee, Fla.
itself," says NRPA President Jonathan
1 More than 250,000: Maryland
Korfhage, CPRP. "I've been traveling
National Capital Park and Planning
around the U.S. representing NRPA a
Commission; Lee County Parks &
lot lately, and there's pretty stiff com-
Recreation, Fort Myers, Fla.; Fort
petition out there. All these agencies
Worth, Texas; and East Baton
do an outstanding job."
Rouge, La.
Aside from recognizing community
The winners will be chosen by a
park agencies, this year state parks are
diverse group of parks and recreation
also reviewed. The Gold Medal final-
professionals representing practition-
ists for state parks this year are the
ers and educators. You can find out the
Missouri, New York, and Wisconsin
winners at the Opening General Ses-
state agencies.
sion of NRPAs National Congress &
Communities are judged on the
Exposition in St. Louis on Oct. 21. For
basis of population. Here are
more information, go to www.nrpa.org.
Healthy Lifestyles, Livable Communities
Improving the quality of life in youi`commun� tis what park
and recreation agencies are all abbot. Out, an -t do so with-
, r 'out the continued support of your commut�eaders T at's
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Park Service Alums
Urge Snowmobile Ban
Four former directors of the National
Park Service are asking Interior Secre-
tary Gale Norton to reconsider a deci-
sion allowing continued use of snowmo-
biles in Yellowstone and Grand Teton
national parks.
"It is our deep hope as this issue now
moves to your final review that you will
ensure the highest protection for Yellow-
stone," former directors George Hartzog
Jr., Russell Dickenson, Roger Kennedy
and Robert Stanton wrote in a letter to
Norton on May 20. "To do otherwise
would be a radical departure from the
Interior Department's stewardship mis-
sion." By "highest protection" they mean
reviving the proposal made during the
Clinton administration to ban snowmo-
biles from the parks.
Beginning this winter, the Park Service
will require snowmobilers to get reserva-
tions to enter the parks, and will set daily
limits on the number of snowmobiles and
noise and emissions standards that will
require cleaner and quieter machines.
The former directors maintain the Clin-
ton -era proposal—which would phase
out snowmobiles and allow only special
snowcoaches instead—would be
cheaper and better for the parks and
most visitors.
For more about snowmobiles in Yellow-
stone, see p. 44 of this issue of Parks &
Recreation.
4 PA RKS&RECREA TION ,i_ JUNE 2003 www.nrpa.org
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Protectink maintaining and improving the health of all Minnesotans
July 11, 2003
Plymouth City Council
c/o Ms. Sandy Paulson, Clerk
Plymouth City Hall
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Dear Council Members:
SUBJECT: Follow_ UD Annual Lead/Copper Tap Water Monitoring Report, PWSID 1270044
This letter is to report the results of the follow-up annual lead/copper monitoring that is required by the Safe
Drinking Water Act. The results of the follow-up annual tap monitoring revealed the following 90th
percentile levels:
90th percentile lead level = 3.0 ug/1 (rounded as 0.003 mg/1).
The action level for lead is 15.0 ug/l.
90th percentile copper level = 895.0 ug/l (rounded as 0.9 mg/1).
The action level for copper is 1300 ug/l.
Based on these follow-up annual monitoring results, your public water system has not exceeded the action
level for lead and has not exceeded the action level for copper.
Your next round of lead/copper monitoring has been scheduled for June 2006. Sample bottles will be sent to
you from a contract laboratory early in the monitoring period. The enclosed report should be placed in your
records and a copy maintained on or near the water supply premises and available for public inspection for
not less than ten (10) years.
If you have any questions, please contact Pauline Wuoti at 651/215-1311, Patricia McKasy at 651/215-0759,
or Lih-in Rezania at 651/215-0763.
Sincerely,
Patricia A. McKasy
Community Public Water Supply Unit
Environmental Health Division
P.O. Box 64975
St. Paul, Minnesota 55164-0975
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Enclosure
cc: Water Superintendent
General Information: (651) 215-5800 0 TDD/TTY: (651) 215-8980 • Minnesota Relay Service: (800) 627-3529 • wwwhealth.state.mn.us
For directions to any of the MDH locations, call (651) 215-5800 • M equal opportunity employer
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MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
LIST OF SAMPLING LOCATIONS AND FIRST DRAW RESULTS
FOR LEAD/COPPER TAP WATER MONITORING
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I. TAP WATER MONITORING SITES: Follow-up Annual Round 4
PWS Name: Plymouth PWS ID No. 1270044
Site
No.
Location Site address
Tier
No.
1-4
Plumbing Materials
(check e)
First Draw
Sample Results
Collected
LSL
LP
CP/LS
Other
Copper
1300
(ug/L
Lead
15.0
u /L)
00007
11325 48TH AVE
1
X
292.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00009
1235 SYCAMORE
1
X
467.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00010
1315 HARBOR
1
X
519.0
11.0
06/17/2003
00011
14225 36TH AVE
1
X
410.0
5.0
06/16/2003
00012
10110 31ST AVE
1
X
895.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00013
305 HARBOR
1
X
112.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00014
4240 COTTONWOOD
1
X
998.0
6.0
06/17/2003
00017
4600 FORESTVIEW
1
X
345.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00018
4340 JONQUIL
1
X
189.0
< 2.0
06/21/2003
00020
5815 OAKVIEW
1
X
1310.0
3.0
06/17/2003
00024
11200 51ST AVE
1
X
478.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00025
3445 ROSEWOOD
1
X
650.0
< 2.0
06/18/2003
00026
3505 ROSEWOOD
1
X
567.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00029
1230 SYCAMORE
1
X
349.0
3.0
06/17/2003
00030
10125 29TH AVE
1
X
1490.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00033
11205 46TH PL 55442
1
X
193.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00034
11200 46TH PL 55442
1
X
558.0
2.0
06/17/2003
00035
4670 BALSAM 55442
1
X
513.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00037
4710 BALSAM 55442
1
X
710.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00041
2865 PILGRIM 55441
1
X
480.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
TWS Form 2
MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
LIST OF SAMPLING LOCATIONS AND FIRST DRAW RESULTS
FOR LEAD/COPPER TAP WATER MONITORING
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1. TAP WATER MONITORING SITES: Follow-up Annual Round 4
PWS Name: Plymouth PWS ID No. 1270044
Site
No.
Location Site address
Tier
No.
1-4
Plumbing Materials
check a
First Draw
Sample Results
Collected
LSL
LP
CP/LS
Other
Copper
1300
u
Lead
15.0
u
00042
10115 29TH AVE 55441
1
X
202.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00043
9820 29TH AVE 55441
1
X
385.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00045
3910 GLACIER 55446
1
X
223.0
< 2.0
06/18/2003
00046
605 ALVARADO 55447
1
X
313.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00048
11730 50TH AVE 55442
1
X
460.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00049
11505 50TH AVE 55442
1
X
415.0
< 2.0
06/20/2003
00057
3385 ROSEWOOD 55441
1
X
525.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
00062
2005 ARCHER
513.0
< 2.0
06/18/2003
00063
2010 ARCHER
316.0
3.0
06/18/2003
00064
2200 COMSTOCK
126.0
< 2.0
06/17/2003
TWS Form 2
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a century of
1803 ' ' ' 2003
leading and learning
July 17, 2003
Mayor Judy Johnson
3400 Plymouth Blvd
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Johnson,
1101
Wayzata High School is celebrating its centennial anniversary in 2003. The Centennial
Committee has planned a special ceremony for Sunday, September 7, 2003, to
commemorate this milestone event. The high school will be open for tours from 4:00 p.m. -
6:00 p.m. with students serving as guides. The ceremony will be held at 5:00 p.m. in the
high school auditorium, and it will include representatives from various high school eras.
You are cordially invited to attend this event and assist the Wayzata school community in
celebrating a century of leading and learning. Please RSVP to our Community Education
Services department (763-745-5213, Allyne) with your intention.
We look forward to celebrating with you at the centennial festivities in September.
Sincerely,
Paul Beilfuss,
Superintendent of Schools
WAYZATA COMMUNITY EDUCATION • 305 VICKSBURG LANE • PLYMOUTH, MN • 55447
PHONE: 763-745-5202 • FAX: 763-745-5268
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YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE INVITED TO THE
GALE WOODS FARM GRAND OPENING
DATE: SATURDAY, AUGUST 9, 2003
TIME: 10 A.M. - 3 P.M.
LOCATION: GALE WOODS
7210 COUNTY ROAD 1 10 W.
MINNETRISTA, MN 55331
DEDICATION CEREMONY 1 1 A.M. AT THE PAVILION
CELEBRATE THE GRAND OPENING OF THE PARK DISTRICT'S CONTEMPORARY EDUCATIONAL FARM
TOUR THE BARN, MEET FARM ANIMALS, AND TAKE A HAYRIDE. PLAY A FARM GAME - GUNNY SACK RACES, COW -
CALLING CONTEST, AND WATERMELON -SEED SPITTING. PICK GARDEN PRODUCE, SEE ANTIQUE TRACTORS, ENJOY
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MONTHLY REPORT
JUNE 2003
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PLYMOUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY REPORT
JUNE 2003
Monthly Synopsis
Year-to-date (YTD), the Department answered 608 calls for service. This compares to 671 calls
for service in 2002 (YTD). The highest call volume in June occurred between the hours of 3:00
p.m. and 6:00 p.m. Tuesday was the busiest day of the week. Fifty-four percent of calls
occurring in June were "Duty Crew" calls.
Responses were divided between the fire stations as follows:
Station I (13205 Co. Rd. 6) 49
Station 11 (12000 Old Rockford Rd.) 47
Station III (3300 Dunkirk Ln.) 42
June 2003 in-service and on -scene (total response) times for emergency events are as follows.
Duty Crew and non -duty crew times, as well as station responses, are noted.
Significant or Unusual Events
In June, the following responses are notable:
June 3 House fire (12:02 p.m.)
During the month of June, seven calls were paged general alarm. The average attendance for
these calls was twenty-two members of the Department.
Training
During the month of June, four topics were offered during twelve regularly scheduled in-house
training sessions. These topics included Tower 11, RIT, Airbags and Water Rescue. Additional
training opportunities were offered during Rookie Training and Duty Crew, and for members of
the Hazardous Materials Team.
Seventy-five members participated in training activities during the month. The total number of
hours spent on in-house and outside training activities was 1184 — an average of over fifteen
hours per participating member.
1" Truck
1 S` Truck
2nd Truck
2nd Truck
Duty Crew
In -Service
On -Scene
In -Service
On -Scene
# Calls
1:20
6:47
2:08-
8:03
32
Non -Duty Crew
5:31
10:18
7:29
13:08
8
Station I
6:51
11:17
N/A
N/A
1
Station H
5:11
10:03
7:54
14:10
6
Station III
6:11
10:45
6:38
11:03
1
Significant or Unusual Events
In June, the following responses are notable:
June 3 House fire (12:02 p.m.)
During the month of June, seven calls were paged general alarm. The average attendance for
these calls was twenty-two members of the Department.
Training
During the month of June, four topics were offered during twelve regularly scheduled in-house
training sessions. These topics included Tower 11, RIT, Airbags and Water Rescue. Additional
training opportunities were offered during Rookie Training and Duty Crew, and for members of
the Hazardous Materials Team.
Seventy-five members participated in training activities during the month. The total number of
hours spent on in-house and outside training activities was 1184 — an average of over fifteen
hours per participating member.
Recruitment
During the month of June, seventy-five paid -on-call firefighters served the City of Plymouth.
One member of the department left the fire service.
Duty Crew
The Duty Crew Program was in operation on all 21 weekdays during the month. Forty members
participated in the program.
In June, 70% of all shifts were fully staffed with four firefighters. During our busiest time period
(3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.), only 43% of the shifts were fully staffed. A staffing summary for the
month, by shift, is included below.
Staffine:
0600-0900
0900-1200
1200-1500
1500-1800
1800-2100
5 Firefighters
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
4 Firefighters
86%
71%
67%
43%
86%
3 Firefighters
14%
29%
33%
52%
14%
2 Firefighters
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1 Firefighter
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
No Staff
0%
0%
0%
5%
0%
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Monthly Fire Prevention and Life Safety Education Report
Type of Program Number
of Programs
Reporting Period:
June 2003
Time Spent Total Monthly
Per Program Program Hours
Station Tour
4
1 Hour
4 Hours
Birthday
1
1 Hour
1 Hour
Party/Station Tour
Pre-school Visits
1
1 Hour
1 Hour
Adopt a Hydrant
Program
Bike Helmet Sales
4
3 Hours
12 Hours
K-6 Education
Safety
40 car seat
.75 Hour
30 Hours
(Fairs/Community
check-ups
Events
@20 car seat
.5 Hours
10 Hours
CPS Certification
sales
5 Safety Fairs
3 Hours
15 Hours
Neighborhood
Watch Program
Safe Escape
House
Career Talk
Fire Department
1 Summer
7 Hours
7 Hours
Open House
Family Safety
Night
Smokebusters
6
.75 Hours
4.5 Hours
Fire Extinguisher
6 Fire Ext
1 Hour
6 Hours
Training/EDITH
1 EDITH
1 Hour
1 Hour
Misc. Community
Presentation
Misc. Outreach
1 Senior Smoke
.75 Hours
.75 Hours
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• 90 Monthly Programs
• 53% of 173
• 92.25 Hours of
Hour month, 40
Programming
Hour work
• 1.02 Hours Averaged
week was
Per Program
Committed to
Public
Education
50
45
40
35
12:00
9:36
7:12
4:48
2:24
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PLYMOUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT
Station Comparison
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47
42 p J u n-03
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Not Duty Crew
Fire Loss Summary Year -to -Date
1/1/02-6/30/02 1/1/03-6/30/03
Total Calls Year -to -Date
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PLYMOUTH FIRE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT
Calls by Time of Day
7/22/2003
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29%
DUTY CREW STAFFING
June 2003
1%
224 Firefighters
03 Firefighters
00 Firefighters
70%
CALLS FOR SERVICE
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DATE: July 24, 2003
TO: Daniel L. Faulkner, P.E., Director of Public Works
FROM: Carla Stueve, P.E., Traffic Engineer
SUBJECT: EVALUATION OF TRAFFIC ISSUES IN BASS LAKE ESTATES
Approximately one year ago, in conjunction with the new alignment of Northwest Boulevard, the
existing section of Hemlock Lane between Bass Lake Road and 62nd Place was returned to the City
and is now a city street. Along with these changes, traffic through the Bass Lake Estates
neighborhood increased, as drivers were getting accustomed to the roadway changes and new
roadway connections. This memo is intended to address concerns regarding traffic issues related to
the County Road 61 (Northwest Boulevard)/Hemlock Lane project and the implications on the
residential roadways in Bass Lake Estates.
As stated, Hemlock Lane between Bass Lake Road and 62nd Place was returned to the City at the
time that the new alignment of Northwest Boulevard opened. This section of Hemlock Lane was
turned into a local street at this time. In order to discourage cut -through traffic on this existing
section of Hemlock Lane and return the character of the roadway to that of a residential street, a
median was constructed on Bass Lake Road at Hemlock Lane, which restricted this access to a
right-in/right-out only. In addition, the temporary signal that was in-place at this intersection was
removed. Although the creation of the right-in/right-out intersection at Hemlock Lane and Bass
Lake Road has caused some inconvenience within the residential neighborhood, it has provided a far
greater benefit to the neighborhood by discouraging cut -through traffic.
Councilmember Black and I have since been working with residents in this development to address
the issue of increased traffic using Bass Lake Estates as a cut -through route. Staff attempted to
conduct a license plate study in Bass Lake Estates on December 10, 2002, to determine the amount
of non -local traffic going through this neighborhood. However, due to the early sunset time, it was
very difficult to get complete and accurate license plate numbers. Therefore, this study was redone
in June 2003, when there were more daylight hours to work with.
Our license plate study was conducted from 4:45 — 5:45 p.m. to monitor the amount of cut -through
traffic occurring during the p.m. peak hour. We collected license plate numbers for both eastbound
and westbound traffic on 60`h Place and 615L Avenue, just west of Hemlock Lane. In addition to
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license plate numbers, we also reported the time that the vehicle passed the two locations. The
times and license plate numbers were then matched. Based on this information, we could accurately
determine the amount of cut -through traffic traveling through the neighborhood.
Based on our license plate study, there were approximately 30 vehicles that entered the
neighborhood at 60th Place during the p.m. peak hour. Of these 30 vehicles, 7 were considered cut -
though trips and exited onto Hemlock Lane from eastbound 61" Avenue. In the other direction,
westbound 61" Avenue to eastbound 60th Place, there were a total of 33 vehicles that entered the
neighborhood, with one considered a cut -through vehicle. Therefore, there was a total of 63
vehicles that entered the neighborhood during the p.m. peak hour, with a total of eight cut -through
vehicles, which is approximately 13%.
In comparison with other similar residential roadways, we do not consider these traffic volumes to
be unusually high, nor do we consider this to be a significant amount of cut -through traffic. Based
on the second phase of our Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program, traffic calming devices are only
considered on a roadway if 50% of the motorists exceed 30 mph and/or 30% exceed 35 mph or 35%
of the traffic is cut -through traffic. Based on previous studies that have been completed in this
neighborhood, the 85th percentile speed was approximately 27 mph, which is below the 30 mph
speed limit that is set for residential roadways. In addition, the percentage of cut -through is
approximately one-third of the amount necessary for consideration of structural traffic calming
measures.
Therefore, based on our analysis and observations, City staff feels the amount of cut -through traffic
using the roadways through the Bass Lake Estates neighborhood is not significant and further
analysis or improvements are not necessary.
cc: Ronald S. Quanbeck, P.E., City Engineer
John M. Hagen, P.E., Assistant City Engineer
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DATE: July 25, 2003
TO: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager through
ADaniel L. Faulkner, P.E., Director of Public Works
FROM: C-)�arla Stueve, P.E., Traffic Engineer
SUBJECT: EVALUATION OF THE WAVE, WAIT & WALK PROGRAM
Poor driver compliance of the crosswalk law is a primary concern to many pedestrians
who like to take advantage of the City's vast trail and sidewalk system. According to
state law, motorists are required to stop for pedestrians in marked crosswalks and at
intersections without crosswalks, however, this is rarely the case. In January 2003, staff
from Engineering, Public Works, Administration, and the Police Department met to
discuss the potential for testing a new crosswalk program in the City of Plymouth. The
program, referred to as Wave, Wait, and Walk, is currently used by the cities of St. Paul,
Portland, Seattle, and Madison, with a good deal of success. City staff discussed the
benefits and potential problems with the program. Several intersections were identified
as potential locations to test. Staff also discussed ways to inform the public and the
timing and implementation of the program. We also agreed that it would be beneficial to
have compliance checks completed before and after the initiation of the program, to give
some indication of it's success.
Following this initial meeting, four locations were chosen where the program would be
tested. We chose four intersections that had adequate lighting with a variety of cross
sections. The four intersections that were selected included: Vicksburg Lane at the Luce
Line Trail, Zachary Lane at 39`x' Avenue, Schmidt Lake Road at 50th Avenue, and
Fernbrook Lane at Dallas Lane/Plymouth Creek Playfield. Vicksburg Lane and Zachary
Lane are both two-lane roadways, with speed limits of 35 and 40 mph, respectively.
Schmidt Lake Road represents a three -lane facility, with a continuous center left -turn lane
and a 40 mph speed limit. Fernbrook Lane is a four -lane undivided facility with a 40
mph speed limit. These locations covered a broad spectrum of roadway cross-sections,
and were also the same four locations that were tested using the 2000 Plymouth Police
Department Crosswalk Safety Grant. The program at the four proposed locations were
approved by the Council at their April 8, 2003 meeting on a trial basis.
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Compliance checks were initially done in mid-May to determine what the crosswalk
compliance was for drivers prior to the implementation of the program. The average
compliance rate prior to the program initiation was 50%, with the highest compliance
percentage occurring on Zachary Lane at 39th Avenue, with a 56% compliance rate. The
lowest compliance rate was found on Fernbrook Lane at Dallas Lane/Plymouth Creek
Playfields, with only 43% of the vehicles stopping for pedestrians in the crosswalk.
In addition to the compliance checks, City crews were out getting the crosswalks ready
for the program. They installed signs and brightly colored flags at the four chosen
locations. The signs gave instructions to the pedestrians of the procedure, which is fairly
simple to follow. The pedestrian is asked to take a flag and wave it to get the driver's
attention. The pedestrian is then instructed to make eye contact with drivers in each lane
and wait for them to completely stop. The pedestrian can then walk safely across the
street with the flag and leave it on the opposite side. The kick-off for the program began
May 19, 2003. The goal was to get the program started before the Memorial Day
weekend, when many pedestrians would be out enjoying the spring weather.
Although the pedestrians were given instructions at each of the crosswalk locations of
how the program works, it was also important to educate drivers on the basics of the
program. Information on the Wave, Wait & Walk Program was conveyed to the public in
a variety of ways. Articles were run in the Sun Sailor, Lakeshore Weekly News, and the
Plymouth News. In addition, Channel 12 covered the story for their Northwest Cities
news segment in addition to their daily newscast.
In mid-June, volunteers again went to the crosswalk locations to perform another round
of compliance checks, to help determine if the program had improved the compliance
rates at the tested locations. The second round of compliance checks showed an
improvement at three of the four locations. The average compliance at these three
locations increased 10%. The largest improvement was found at Fernbrook Lane at
Dallas/Plymouth Creek Playfields, with an increase in compliance of 17%. The
crosswalk located on Zachary Lane at 39th Avenue was the only location to show a
decrease in compliance of 17%. However, this crosswalk was also the location with the
lowest volume of vehicles recorded. Therefore, this data has a smaller sample size than
the other three locations, which may affect the confidence level of the findings.
Interestingly, there may be some correlation with the overall crosswalk compliance and
the time of day that the compliance checks occurred. The crosswalk with the decrease in
compliance, Zachary Lane at 39th Avenue, was the only intersection to be tested during
the a.m. peak hour, from 8-10 a.m. The two locations with the largest increase in
compliance were tested mid-day. Vicksburg Lane was tested from 9:30-11:30 a.m.,
which showed an increase of 11% compliance, and Fernbrook Lane was tested from 2:30-
4:30 p.m., with a 17% increase in compliance. The crosswalk located on Schmidt Lake
Road at 50th Avenue was tested during the afternoon rush hour (3:30-5:30 p.m.), and
showed a 6% improvement in compliance.
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Although the compliance checks did not show an improvement at all of the tested
locations, compliance did improve at the majority of the locations. The program has
many advantages including encouraging communication between drivers and pedestrians
and helping to make pedestrians more visible to drivers, especially children who are
typically lower in the driver's field of vision. In addition, the program is inexpensive,
with material for the flags donated to the City and the use of lathe stakes to hold the flags.
In addition, the cost of the material to hold the flags in place at each location is minimal.
There has not been a significant loss or misuse of flags and no comments have been
received expressing confusion with what to do at any of the four test locations.
Therefore, considering the low cost of the program and improved compliance of the
crosswalk law, City staff feels the program has been successful and recommends
continuance at the four locations. Additional locations may also be considered for
inclusion in this program. In addition, compliance checks may be considered periodically
once the program has been in-place for a longer period of time, to confirm the
effectiveness of the program.
Enclosure: April 8`h City Coucil Meeting Minutes
cc: Ronald S. Quanbeck, City Engineer
John M. Hagen, P.E., Assistant City Engineer
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Proposed Minutes
Adopted Minutes
Regular Council Meeting
April 8, 2003
Page 1 of 6
Mayor Johnson called a Regular Meeting of the Plymouth City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. in the
Council Chambers of City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard, on April 8, 2003.
COUNCIL PRESENT: Mayor Johnson, Councilmembers Hewitt, Black, Slavik, Bildsoe, Neset, and
Stein.
ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Johnson, Assistant City Manager Ahrens, Fire Chief Kline, Police
Chief Gerdes, Community Development Director Hurlburt, Financial Analyst Kohn, Public Safety
Education Specialist Cwayna, Finance Director Hahn, Water and Sewer Supervisor Young, Public
Works Director Faulkner, Park and Recreation Director Blank, City Attorney Knutson, and City Clerk
Paulson.
Girl Scout Troops 1154 and 903 assisted the Council with the Pledge of Allegiance.
Plymouth Forum
(There was no one present to address the Council).
Presentations and Public Information Announcements
(4.01) Announcement of "Where's Lester" Contest Winner
Public Safety Education Specialist Cwayna and Fire and Crime Prevention Fund member Korky
Ornburg presented a check in the amount of $500 to Jon Parisian who was the winner of the "Where's
Lester" contest.
(4.02) Acceptance of Donation of Defibrillator for the Plymouth Creek Center from Senior
Council and Plymouth -Minnetonka Rotary Club
Eric Blank introduced Caroll Parrish, President of the Minnetonka -Plymouth Rotary Club and Dave
Barnes, President of the Senior Council. Ms. Parrish and Mr. Barnes presented to the City a defibrillator
donated by the Senior Council and the Plymouth -Minnetonka Rotary Club to be used at the Plymouth
Creek Center.
Motion was made by Councilmember Bildsoe, and seconded by Councilmember Slavik to adopt a
Resolution Accepting Donation of Heart Defibrillator Machine (Res2003-160)With all members
voting in favor, the motion carried.
(4.03) Proclamation Declaring April 19-26 as "The Great Shingle Creek Watershed Cleanup
Week"
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City Manager Johnson asked if any of the Councilmembers would be interested in serving on the
consultant selection committee for the purpose of retaining a consultant for the design of the water
treatment plant improvements. Councilmembers Black, Stein, Bildsoe, and Slavik stated that they
would be willing to serve on the committee.
Chris Catlin, from Howard R. Green Company, consultant for the project, stated in order to improve the
taste of the water, with the upgrade of the plants, the chlorine would be added earlier in the process
rather than at the end. When chlorine is added at the end of the process, there isn't adequate time for the
chemical to react and mix before the water is released to the residents.
Councilmember Black suggested that the Council conduct a tour of the Center Water Treatment Plant.
(9.2) Report on "Wave, Wait, and Walk Program"
Police Chief Gerdes reported on a new program to make it easier for pedestrians to cross the street.
There would be a small basket, sign, and flag that would be placed on a pole at an intersection.
Pedestrians would take the flag from the container and wave it to get the drivers' attention. After the
drivers had stopped, the pedestrians would look both ways and begin crossing the street, and then they
would leave the flag on the other side of the street. He stated staff has identified four intersections
where this program would be tested. The intersections are Schmidt Lake Road and 50th Avenue,
Fernbrook Lane and Dallas Lane, Zachary Lane and 39th Avenue, and Vicksburg Lane and Luce Line
Trail. This program has been successful in several metro areas, including St. Paul.
Motion was made by Councilmember Stein, and seconded by Councilmember Hewitt, to accept the
report and direct staff to proceed with the proposed program on a limited basis at the four identified
intersections.
Councilmember Hewitt questioned why the Vicksburg Lane and Luce Line Trail intersection was
selected. Police Chief Gerdes replied this intersection was selected due to the statistics from this
intersection and the number of bicyclists in the area.
Mayor Johnson stated she feels this is a good idea, but is concerned with the practicality. She stated
pedestrians might try to cross the roadway without a flag, and there could be more confusion with the
crossings.
Councilmember Bildsoe expressed concern that the program would encourage pedestrians to cross at
very busy crossings.
The Council voted on the motion and with all members voting in favor but Bildsoe and Johnson, the
motion carried.
Police Chief Gerdes reiterated that this is only a test, and staff would bring back results to the Council
for their review to determine if the City should continue or expand this type of program.
(9.3) Legislative Update
City Manager Johnson and Community Development Director Hurlburt discussed the Metropolitan
Council's proposed redistricting plan, and the Legislature's proposed plan. With the Metropolitan
Council's plan, the City would only be in one district, but with the Legislature's, the City would be split
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MINUTES
June 11, 2003
I. The regular monthly meeting of the Elm Creek Watershed Management Commission was called to order at 11:40
a.m., Wednesday, June 11, 2003, in the Engineering Conference Room, Maple Grove City Hall, 12800 Arbor Lakes
Parkway, Maple Grove, MN, by Chairman Jim Merickel.
Present were: Dennis Stieg, Corcoran; Dave Anderson, Dayton; Merickel, Maple Grove; Madeleine Linck, Medina;
Fred Moore, Plymouth; Scott Adams, Rogers; John Barten, Three Rivers Park District; and Judie Anderson, Executive
Secretary.
Introductions were made and the new Commissioners from Medina and Rogers were welcomed.
II. Approve Agenda. Motion by Stieg, second by D. Anderson to approve the agenda. Motion carried.
III. Consent Agenda. Motion by D. Anderson, second by Stieg to approve the items on the Consent Agenda:
A. Minutes of May meeting.
B. Treasurer's report and claims.
Motion carried.
IV. Action Items.
A. 2004 Budget. A study session to draft an operating budget for 2004 was held prior to the regular meeting.
Motion by Stieg, second by Moore to approve the proposed 2004 Operating Budget and 2003 amended projected budget.
Assessment to the,membership will be $131,000. Motion carred.
B. Motion by D. Anderson, second by Merickel to approve the 2003 CAMP contract and pay the invoice for
2003 lakes monitoring. Motion carried.
C. On behalf of the Commission, Moore reviewed an Request for Review and Comments from DNR (2003-
3190) for bridge replacement over the Crow River. The new bridge will be constructed downstream of the existing
bridge and the existing bridge will be removed completely. WCA issues will be addressed in separate applications. Moore
indicated that the alignment is appropriate as proposed. Motion by Moore, second by Stieg directing staff to respond to
DNR accordingly. Motion carried.
Moore or Merickel will review future DNR applications and those projects in which Hennepin County has
an interest or perceived conflict on interest and/or, when necessary, either the Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) will
be convened or one of the Commission's approved consultants will be requested to review those projects.
D. 2004/05 Local Water Management Challenge Grants. Barten will write a grant application on behalf of
the Commission to develop a hydrologic and morphologic model of the reach of Elm Creek from Elm Road to I-94 in Maple
Grove.
E. 2003-022 Winter Recreation Center, Elm Creek Park Reserve. Ali Durgunoglu, Hennepin County
Environmental Services, is reviewing the plans for this project. Motion by Stieg, second by Adams to grant approval
contingent on satisfactory review by Durgunoglu. Motion carried.
F. BWSR's 90 day review clock will not begin until the Joint Powers Agreement has been revised, sent to the
members for review and comment, and has assurance of execution by all the parties. Motion by Moore, second by D.
Anderson directing J. Anderson to request final comments from the members prior to transmittal to the cities for execution.
Motion carried.
CHAMPLIN - CORCORAN - DAYTON - HASSAN - MAPLE GROVE - MEDINA - PLYMOUTH - ROGERS
Minutes elm creek Watershed Management Commission
June 11, 2003
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V. Correspondence. Commissioners received copies of the following:
A. Announcement of the final year of funding for the Twin Cities MetroEnvironment Partnership Grant Program.
Deadline to submit application is July 18, 2003.
B. Notice from Minnesota Department of Health re final approval of Dayton Park Properties, Inc. Wellhead
Protection Plan.
C. Correspondence re the SciMed/Fulcher site in Maple Grove.
D. May 28, 2003 letter from BWSR re status of representation on Commission. With the appointment of
representatives from Medina and Rogers, the Commission is in full compliance.
VI. New Business.
A. 2003-021 Pavement Management Plan Phase I., Elm Creek Park Reserve. Plans were transmitted to Jim
Kujawa at Hennepin County Environmental Services.
B. 2003-023 Steve and Cindy Rust, Corcoran. Kujawa is working with the property owners. Update at July
meeting.
C. 2003-024 Kevin Hoppe, Corcoran. In May, Moore and Merickel met with Mrs. Hoppe on the site which
contains a wetland. Drainage is poor on the site. Delineation must determine whether an outlet can be created. If this is
the course chosen, a TEP will be convened. Kujawa is working with the property owner. Update at July meeting.
D. 2003-025 Stan Zachman, Hassan. A Cease and Desist Order was written on May 4: Kujawa visited the
site and is working with the property owner. Update at July meeting.
E. 2003-026 Ernie Meyers, Corcoran. A Cease and Desist Order has been issued by DNR. Kujawa will follow
up.
F. The Bluffs, Corcoran. Kujawa commented on an application for a proposed lot division The proposal is
below the size and density requiring formal review and approval of the Commission.
G. TC Homes, Inc., Weaver Lake, Maple Grove. Durgunoglu will respond on behalf of the Commission to
this Request for Review and Comments from DNR.
VII. Other Business.
A. Watershed Boundaries. J. Anderson is working with DeMars-Gabriel Land Surveyors to revise the legal
description.
B. Adjournment. There being no further business, motion by Merickel, second by Stieg to adjourn. Motion
carried. The meeting was adjourned at 1:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Judie A. Anderson
Executive Secretary
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SHINGLE CREEK WATERSHED MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
3235 Fernbrook Lane • Plymouth, MN 55447
TEL (763)553-1144 9 FAX (763)553-9326
MINUTES
June 12, 2003
A meeting of the Shingle Creek Watershed Management Commission was called to order by Chairman Tom Mathisen
on Thursday, June 12, 2003, at12:10 p.m. at Lancer at Edinburgh, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park, MN.
Present were: Graydon Boeck, Brooklyn Center; Tina Carstens, Brooklyn Park; Mathisen, Crystal; Karen Jaeger,
Maple Grove; Don Peterson, Osseo; Tom Griffith, Plymouth; Mike Liles, Robbinsdale; Charlie
LeFevere, Kennedy & Graven; Ed Matthiesen, Wenck Associates, Inc.; and Judie Anderson, Recording
Secretary.
Also present: John Harlow and Todd Blomstrom, Brooklyn Center; Kevin Anderson, Brooklyn Park; Gerry Butcher,
Maple Grove; Alison Fong, Minneapolis; Ron Quanbeck, Plymouth; Wayne Sicora, Robbinsdale; and
Carolyn Dindorf, Fortin Consulting.
I. Minutes. Motion by Mathisen, second by Liles to approve the minutes of the May meeting of the Commission.
Motion carried.
II. Treasurer's Report. Motion by Jaeger, second by Carstens to approve the Treasurer's Report. Motion carried.
III. Approval of Claims. Motion by Jaeger, second by Boeck to approve the claims. Claims were approved by roll
call vote: ayes - Boeck, Carstens, Mathisen, Jaeger, Peterson, Griffith, and Liles; nays - none.; absent - Minneapolis
and New Hope.
IV. Correspondence. The Commissioners received copies of the following:
A. Communications Log. No action required.
B. Hennepin County's Integrated Pest Management Policy. Copies were available to those requesting
them.
C. Letter from Hennepin County Commissioner Mike Opat re Crystal Lake and responses from
Matthiesen and Mathisen.
D. Notice of Joyner Die Casting & Plating Co. (Brooklyn Park) Wellhead Protection Program.
V. Water Quality.
A. Blomstrom informed the Commissioners that the City of Brooklyn Center had accepted the grant for the
Twin Lakes Shoreline Erosion Control and Buffer Landscaping Demonstration Project contingent on the
Commission's acceptance of an agreement between the City and the Commission to undertake certain responsibilities
imposed on the City by the Shoreline Habitat Landowner Agreement. After much discussion, motion by Boeck, second
by Mathisen to approve the agreement as presented. Motion carried.
B. Request for funding from Schmidt Lake Association. The Association is requesting $5,000 toward
education and other watershed projects such as newsletter, annual celebration and shoreline survey. Dindorf was
available to answer questions from the Commission. She was asked to return at the July meeting with more specific
information.
C. Mathisen executed the 2003 CAMP contract on behalf of the Commission.
D. Carstens executed the Lakes TMDL contract on behalf of the Commission.
VI. Project Review.
SC2003-03 Bass Lake Villas, Plymouth. Development of detached and multi -family housing units on an eight
acre undeveloped site located in the southeast quadrant of Bass Lake Road and Trenton Lane. A complete project
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review was received on June 4, 2003. Following completion, approximately 22% of the four acre developed portion
of the site will be converted to impervious area.
Runoff from approximately 1.21 acres (0.57 acres of impervious area) will be routed to one proposed stormwater
pond having a permanent pool volume of 0.13 acre-feet, which meets NURP standards for water quality treatment. The
pond discharges to a wetland complex on site. Runoff from approximately 1.1 acres enters the wetland complex with
no water quality treatment. Runoff from approximately 0.68 acres enters Bass Creek at the north side of the site.
Runoff from approximately one acre will be routed to an existing storm sewer under Trenton Lane and subsequently
discharged at Trenton Lane and 57th Place North. Discharge rates and volumes from this area are greater for proposed
conditions compared to existing conditions for the 1, 10, and 100 -year events. However, the City has confirmed that
these higher rates are acceptable since the receiving water has been designed to accommodate the increased flow. The
pond outlet control is a 6" vertical orifice/grate which is not shown on the grading plan or outlet structure details.
According to National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) there are wetlands associated with this site; however, there
will be no wetland impacts as a result of this project. The City is WCA LGU. According to the Minnesota Department
of Natural Resources Protected Waters Inventory (PWI), there are no protected waters located on-site.
The 100 -year flood elevation for the stormwater pond is 912.50 ft. Building lowest floor elevations (FFE) have
been specified which satisfy Commission 1 -foot freeboard requirements. There is floodplain on site. The floodplain
is located adjacent to Bass Creek; however, the project does not propose to place fill within the floodplain.
A detailed Erosion Control Plan has been received which does not meet Commission requirements. Adequate
infiltration has not been provided. There are approximately 0.04 acre-feet of water produced from the 0.88 acres of
impervious surface for a 0.5" rainfall. Natural watercourses exist on the property. A 30 -foot average buffer strip is
provided.
According to the City of Plymouth, adjacent property owners have been notified of the proposed project. The
Project Review Fee has been received.
Motion by Boeck, second by Carstens to grant approval pending receipt of the following:
1. Details showing outlet pipe size, type and 6" orifice on the grading plan or outlet structure details.
2. Provision for silt fence between the NWL and HWL on the north, northwest and west sides of the
proposed pond.
3. Provision for an area to meet Commission infiltration requirements.
4. Provision of a written maintenance agreement between the developer and the city for the stormwater
pond.
Motion carried.
VII. Wetland Conservation Act.
A. Resolution 2003-04 Approving Consideration of Wetland Mitigation Monitoring Requirements
for WCA. Motion by Carstens, second by Liles to adopt this resolution. Motion carried.
B. Resolution 2003-05 Setting Policy for Wetland Replacement. Motion by Carstens, second by Liles
to adopt this resolution. Motion carried.
VIII. Second Generation Plan. Mathisen recapped last week's study session which discussed consolidation of
the Shingle Creek and West Mississippi WMOs. Curt Boganey, City of Brooklyn Center, will convene a meeting
of member cities to address the funding provisions in the Joint Powers Agreement.
IX. Education and Public Outreach Program.
A. The Education and Public Outreach Committee (EPOC) received no Water Quality Education Grant
applications this month; however, reports from two of the grant recipients have been received and will be available at the
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Commission's July meeting. A revised grant announcement will be mailed to the schools in the watersheds.
B. Great Shingle Creek Watershed Cleanup. A recap of the event will be provided by the Committee.
X. Grant Opportunities. Wenck's June 6, 2003 memo outlined two grant opportunties.
A. Local Water Management Challenge Grants. Applications are due July 1, 2003.
B. MetroEnvironment Partnership (MEP) Grants. Applications are due July 18, 2003. Possible projects
include installation of underground treatment devices at or near the outfall of the storm sewer discharging to
southwest Upper Twin Lake. Match sources would be the cities of Brooklyn Center and Crystal.
XI. Other Business.
A. 2004 Budget. Motion by Carstens, second by Boeck to adopt Budget Alternate 2. Motion carried. This
alternative funds priority Watershed Management Plan activities and is an operating budget of $361,089, with
assessments to the membership of $262,750. Motion carried.
B. Recognition of Gerry Butcher. Mathisen presented Butcher with a plaque commemorating his years
of service to the Shingle Creek and West Mississippi Commissions. Butcher has represented the City of Maple Grove
from the formative years leading to creation of the Commissions until the present time.
C. Tour of Watershed. Following adjournment of this and the West Mississippi Commission meetings,
the Commissioners and invited guests toured various projects in the watersheds.
D. Adjournment. There being no further business before the Commission, motion by Carstens, second
by Liles to adjourn. Motion carried. The meeting was adjourned at 1:27
Respectfully submitted,
Judie A. Anderson
Recording Secretary
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MINUTES OF THE QUARTERLY
MEETING OF THE
SUBURBAN RATE AUTHORITY
Pursuant to due call and notice, the quarterly meeting of the Suburban Rate Authority was
held at the New Brighton Family Service Center, New Brighton, Minnesota, on July 16, 2003,
commencing at 6:00 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by John Wallin
2. ROLL CALL:
Bloomington
Brooklyn Park
Columbia Heights
Edina
Minnetonka
New Brighton
Bob Cockriel
Diane Deblon
Bruce Nawrocki
John Wallin
Desyl Peterson
Matt Fulton
Also present were legal counsel for the SRA Jim Strommen and Robert Vose of Kennedy &
Graven. It was determined that a quorum was not present to transact business. A committee of the
whole was declared and all actions taken by the committee are subject to later ratification.
1. APPROVAL OF APRIL QUARTERLY MEETING MINUTES: Ms. Peterson
moved to approve the minutes from April 16, 2003 Quarterly Meeting. Mr. Wallin seconded the
motion which passed unanimously.
2. REPORTS OF OFFICERS: Mr. Wallin reported on the financial status of the
SRA and distributed the audit report for 2001-2002 prepared by Keegan & Cummings (attached).
The SRA is in good financial health with sufficient funds to continue its ongoing utility work and
participate actively in selected proceedings. It was noted that the numbers from the first half of
2003 reflected the 25% reduction in SRA assessments implemented this year and to be continued in
2004. Mr. Cockriel moved to accept the report of the Treasurer. Mr. Fulton seconded the motion
which passed unanimously.
3. COMMUNICATIONS: Mr. Strommen reported that the city of Lakeland had
submitted a letter of withdrawal from the SRA. He had spoken with the Lakeland delegate and had
provided information to the council for its consideration. The letter of withdrawal would be
effective January 1, 2004. Mr. Strommen will contact the city.
In addition, Mr. Vose distributed a memo (attached) notifying members of a recent
Minnesota Court of Appeals decision. In the case, the Court found that the City of Otsego properly
imposed franchise obligations on a telephone company seeking to provide cable service.
4. QWEST AFOR/FILING DELAY: Mr. Strommen reported that as anticipated,
Qwest sought an extension of the Alternative Form of Regulation (AFOR) for one year in lieu of the
review by the Commission mandated by state statute. The AFOR statute contemplates a review and
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determination of whether to continue the AFOR in any form, or institute rate of return regulation, as
of January 1, 2004.
Counsel strongly recommended that the SRA oppose this Qwest requested extension. The
reasons given by Qwest are unpersuasive, i.e., there are other administrative proceedings ongoing at
this time. The performance of Qwest in this AFOR has been average at best, and investment in
advanced telecommunication services has been limited during this time. The recommended action
was to oppose the extension in comments and participate in proceedings that require Qwest to
disclose its operations, including rate of return, during the AFOR. Ms. Peterson moved that the
SRA oppose the Qwest request for an extension. Mr. Fulton seconded the motion which passed
unanimously. Counsel noted that the SRA has retained MEMO Enterprises to assist in this process.
Tony Mendoza, the former head of the telecommunications unit of the Department of Commerce
and Garth Morrisette, a telecom technical/cost expert are the contacts at MEMO.
5. XCEL TRANSLINK PETITION: Mr. Strommen reported that the Commission
had rejected Xcel's initial petition to form the unregulated company, TRANSLink, to operate Xcel's
transmission facilities. The SRA was successful in identifying one of the significant impediments to
this petition; the Commission's lack of statutory authority to approve such a divestiture of Xcel's
assets. The Commission has tentatively agreed with the SRA's position which has also been raised
by other parties. As of the meeting Xcel had not re -filed a petition. The SRA will continue to
pursue this matter. One of the Commissioners characterized this matter as the most significant
policy decision he has been faced with since being with the PUC.
6. XCEL METRO EMISSIONS REDUCTION PLAN: Mr. Strommen reported on
the recent Order issued by the Commission establishing a 90 -day process for public hearings,
discussions among parties, and a technical conference on the price of natural gas before making a
decision on the Xcel plan known as MERP. The issues discussed by the Board included the
concern for committing such a substantial project to natural gas when many experts are predicting
that natural gas prices will increase dramatically. This is the subject of the technical conference
which SRA city delegates are urged to attend (the date has not yet been set). The other issue
involves the cost of the project and how much of that is appropriate to surcharge back to ratepayers
in Xcel's service territory. All ratepayers by class will be paying the same surcharge amount
beginning in 2006, regardless of where they reside in the Xcel service area. The generation plants at
issue are the Riverside area in North Minneapolis, the High Bridge area near downtown St. Paul and
Oak Park Heights in suburban St. Paul.
Mr. Strommen expressed the need to continue monitoring the proceedings, including specifically
the technical conference and the Commission -requested process between the parties regarding cost
considerations. He also cautioned that this was a large proceeding with significant issues and the
potential for an "over -allocation" of SRA's budget. Accordingly, Ms. Peterson moved to authorize
continued monitoring of the proceedings to identify issues of concern to the SRA, with the exercise
of caution regarding the level of participation. Mr. Cockriel seconded the motion which passed
unanimously.
7. MUNICIPALIZATION STUDY: Mr. Strommen reported that the firm of Dahlen
Berg continues to study the municipalization of utilities. Active participation by SRA cities has
been limited, but Dahlen Berg reports that it has been able to compile helpful information on the
issues of interest to the SRA cost -benefit analysis of acquiring Xcel assets and converting them to a
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municipal distribution facility. SRA cities are urged to contact Dahlen Berg. The final report will
be issued and discussed at the October SRA meeting.
8. XCEL'S FACILITIES RELOCATION TIMELINESS: Mr. Strommen referred
to the memorandum included in the SRA packet regarding the issue that had been identified last
year, i.e., Xcel's repeated delays in relocating utilities on public improvement projects. It was
suggested that separate e-mails be sent to SRA delegates to be directed to public works directors on
the performance of Xcel during this construction season. Counsel will follow up on that request.
9. QWEST LONG DISTANCE AND LEGISLATIVE UP -DATE: Mr. Vose
reported that the FCC approved Qwest's application to re-enter the long distance market in
Minnesota over the objection of three MPUC commissioners. Mr. Vose also noted that once again,
telecommunications reform legislation has been introduced and will be on the table.
10. APPROVAL OF 2004 SRA BUDGET: After discussing the budget previously
recommended at the April quarterly meeting, Mr. Nawrocki moved to approve the 2004 budget.
Mr. Wallin seconded the motion which passed unanimously. Mr. Strommen noted that the
circulation of this budget, the by-laws and its approval by the Board (subject to ratification) fixes the
commitment of members through 2004.
11. XCEL UNDERGROUNDING SURCHARGE UPDATE: Mr. Strommen
reported on significant developments in the undergrounding surcharge process recently -adopted by
the PUC for Xcel's service territory. The city of Loretto was informed by Xcel that none of the
"standard" relocation costs in a downtown project (overhead to overhead relocation) would be
deducted from the underground cost incurred or estimated to be incurred on the project. The result
of this position would be an additional surcharge to ratepayers of the City, for the entire
undergroundings alleged cost. Xcel's rationale for this was that the relocation was not necessary
and done merely' for the convenience or "beautification" of the City. The continuance of this policy
by Xcel would raise surcharge amounts in all cities where Xcel deems the relocation to be
unnecessary. This is an issue to be watched and objected to at the PUC. The city of Loretto is
considering such action.
In addition, the city of Mound is in the process of a major downtown redevelopment. The
undergrounding of distribution lines in this project may be argued as a standard requirement for
downtown areas. As a standard relocation, none of the cost would be surcharged to City rate-
payers. If pursued by Mound, Xcel would strongly object. This issue, however, is another major
policy issue that is appropriate for decision to give guidance to cities on public improvement
projects.
12. TIME AND LOCATION OF NEXT MEETING: The October 15, 2003
quarterly meeting will be held at a location in the east metro area, the exact location to be
determined by Mr. Strommen. The start time continues to be at 6:00 p.m. The October 15 meeting
will include a number of important reports for SRA members, including the municipalization study.
13. CLAIMS: Several claims were submitted to the SRA Board and approved by
single motion by Ms. Peterson and seconded by Ms. Deblon. Kennedy & Graven submitted a bill
for $19, 844.35, the accounting firm of Cummings & Keegan submitted its audit bill for $1,910.00,
Memo Enterprises submitted a bill for $360.00, the State of Minnesota required a $50.00 lobbyist
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registration fee and authorization was obtained to pay the League Insurance Trust premium for
coverage of SRA delegates in an amount not to exceed $1,000.
14. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
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July 21, 2003
The Honorable Judy Johnson
Office of the Mayor
City of Plymouth
3400 Northwest Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Mayor Johnson:
It is with great passion and expectancy that I write to you today. For more than 20
months, Speak the Word Church International has owned a parcel of land in northwest
Plymouth, just east of Highway 101, between County Road 55 and County Road 47.
Founded more than 26 years ago, Speak the Word Church International is known and
distinguished for its integrity, innovation, excellence of ministry, consistent growth and
spirit of community.
We are especially pleased with the location of our property because of its access and
proximity to the more than 700 members of our congregation who live in Plymouth.
Further, more than 1600 members live and work in neighboring communities within a
10 -mile radius of the City of Plymouth.
By now, you may have heard of our intentions to develop the land. And, you may have
wondered when we were going to approach the city regarding this matter. After months
of thoughtful planning, strategic preparation and diligent concept development, we are
now eager to share our vision and plans with you. We would also like to discuss with
you the planning requirements, conditions, steps and timelines required by your city so
we can move forward to develop our property and turn our plans into reality.
I would consider it a distinct honor if you would join me for an informal meeting to
share and discuss our plans with you. As Mayor of the City of Plymouth, I am also
515 especially interested in hearing your perspectives and comments. With this in mind, I
JERSEY extend to you a personal invitation to visit our current facility in Golden Valley. I'd be
AVENUE happy to arrange this as a luncheon meeting. During this informal time together, I'd
SOUTH like to show you a scaled model of our plans as well as share with you a virtual video
GOLDEN tour that will vividly communicate the compelling vision we have for developing our
VALLEY land.
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Due to my fall ministry travel schedule, which starts the end of July, I offer the following
dates in August for your consideration as meeting possibilities:
►► Tuesday, August 5 (any time)
►► Tuesday, August 12 (any time)
►► Tuesday, August 19 (8:30 a.m. — 2:00 p.m.)
►► Monday, August 25 (any time)
I know you are very busy as well. Hopefully, we will find a mutually acceptable date in
August. I am committed, however, to do whatever I can to also accommodate your
schedule.
I truly am enthusiastic about a partnership with the City of Plymouth to develop our
community facility that shall be responsive to the needs of individuals (from children to
senior citizens), families and other wholesome community organizations. I look forward
to meeting you and discussing our plans with you.
I have asked Mr. Reggie Cammon, Speak the Word Church International, to contact
your office in the next two weeks to identify a mutually acceptable date and time for our
visit together. If you have any questions or would like to discuss this matter with me
directly, please call me at 763-542-1900. I look forward to your reply.
For the cause of Christ,
Pastor Randy orrison ffL72-�',
Senior Pastor
Speak the Word Church International
The Plymouth We heape
July 21, 2003 3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth. Minnesota 55447
Mayor Judy Johnson
Dwight Johnson, City Manager
Eric Blank, Park and Recreation Director
Dear Mayor Johnson, City Council, and Plymouth staff.
Thank you for another wonderful year of collaboration with the Plymouth Civic League
in the presentation of Music in Plymouth 2003. The PCL is proud to partner with the
City of Plymouth to produce not only the showcase event, Music in Plymouth, but also
the additional events of the SK Run and Millennium Garden Dedication. We thank you
for your monetary support, the support services from the Park and Recreation and Police
Departments, and your personal enthusiasm for and participation in the events.
The PCL believes it continues to uphold the philosophy under which it was
established... to provide a free concert of high caliber music for the citizens of Plymouth
by sponsoring a Minnesota Orchestra concert and to further community spirit and
enhance pride in our city. We are especially proud to have the jewel of downtown
Plymouth be the Hilde Performance Center to showcase our event and other arts
activities; this facility and the City's dedication to the development of the arts in
Plymouth makes the City of Plymouth a leader in the Twin Cities cultural community.
Thanks to all involved at the City in the success of Music in Plymouth 2003.
Sinc ely,
arbara J. Willis
President
Plymouth Civic League
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(763) 559-3099
SUBJECT: COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENT AND PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT SKETCH PLAN FOR CSM CORPORATION (2003076)
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 2003076, for (1) a comprehensive plan amendment to
reguide property from IP (Planned Industrial) to C (Commercial), and (2) a PUD (Planned Unit
Development) sketch plan. The proposal would allow redevelopment of the Dana Spicer site
located at 15905 State Highway 55 with 263,000 square feet of retail commercial uses.
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, August 6, 2003, 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,
Barbara G. Senness, AICP
Planning Manager
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SUBJECT: SITE PLAN AMENDMENT FOR ARNESEN & HERBERT (2003083)
Dear Owner/Occupant:
This letter is written to inform you that Arnesen & Herbert, under file 2003083,
submitted a planning application requesting approval of a site plan amendment for a
dental clinic for property located at the northwest corner of County Road 6 and County
Road 101.
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, August 6, 2003, 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,
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Barbara G. Senness, AICP
Planning Manager
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July 25, 2003 PLYMOUTR
SUBJECT: VARIANCES FOR JAMES DEHNBOSTEL (2003072)
Dear Owner/Occupant:
This letter is written to inform you that James Dehnbostel, under file 2003072, submitted
a planning application requesting approval of variances for construction of a new home
on a non -conforming lot at 2426 Hemlock Lane North. The applicant has requested a
28% impervious surface variance where 25% is the maximum allowed. A 3 -foot side
yard setback is also requested for the property line to the north where 8 feet is required.
There currently is a 1 -foot setback in this area.
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, August 6, 2003, 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,
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Barbara G. Senness, AICP
Planning Manager
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SUBJECT: PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR PICTURE THIS FRAMED, INC.
(2003073)
Dear Property Owner:
Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this letter is to inform you of a
request by Picture This Framed Inc., under File 2003073, for a planned unit development
amendment for a framing facility with a showroom for retail sales at the Northwest Pointe
Business Center located at 2155 Niagara Lane North.
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, August 6, 2003, 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,
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Barbara G. Senness, AICP
Planning Manager
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PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Place to Live
3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000