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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCouncil Information Memorandum 10-03-2003r?) Dummy OCTOBER 3, 2003 ,,?COMING°MEETINCSANA,k- NT'S Environmental Quality Committee (EQC) October 8 meeting agenda ............................................ Page 3 Park & Recreation Advisory Commission (PRAC) October 9 meeting agenda .............................. Page 4 Official Meeting Calendars for October, November, and December 2003 ...................................... Page 5 Tentative list of agenda items for future City Council meetings ..................................................... Page 11 Fax IN�orA�loN .. NEWSARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC. Robbinsdale Area Schools Government Advisory Council October 7 meeting agenda ................. Page 12 Information regarding an October 21 Metro Transit workshop ..................................................... Page 13 Star Tribune news story regarding a State Auditor's study on local administrative fines .............. Page 17 MINUTES Youth Advisory Council September 15 meeting............................................................................ Page 19 Environmental Quality Committee September 10 draft meeting minutes ..................................... Page 22 CORRESPONDENCE Customer Service form commenting on the size of recycling bins ................................................. Page 25 Letter to residents regarding a site plan amendment and interim use permit request for Honeywell, Inc. (2003 100) ....................................................................................................... Page 26 Letter to residents regarding an application for a variance for Journey Foods, LLC(2003101)............................................................................................................................... Page 27 Letter to residents regarding a site plan approval request for CVS Pharmacy (2003099) ............. Page 28 Letter to residents regarding site plan and preliminary plat approval for Quest Real Estate(2003089)............................................................................................................................ Page 29 CITY COUNCIL INFORMATION MEMO October 3, 2003 Page 2 Letter to residents regarding a request for a variance for Gordon Ginsberg (2003109) ................ Page 30 Thank -you letter from the Gleason Lake Improvement Association for the Mayor's attendance at the group's Rain Garden event................................................................................. Page 31 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE Wednesda , October 8, 2003 Plymouth Creek Center Agenda Items: 6:00 PM Schmidt Lake Implementation Plan. This is a joint meeting between the EQC, Shingle Creek Watershed Commission (Wenck Inc.), and the Schmidt Lake Association Board members. The purpose of the meeting is to get an update on the Schmidt Lake Implementation Plan. Mr. Joe Bischoff of Wenck Inc., will provide a brief presentation on the watershed's Water Quality Plan update, as well as the results of the P8 model. 7:00 PM Presentation: Non -point Education for Municipal Officials (NEMO): NEMO is "an educational program for local land use officials that addresses the relationship of land use to natural resource protection." Mr. Jay Michels. 8:00 PM Break 8:10 PM Call to Order: Chair: Kathy Osborne • Review of Agenda • Approval of Minutes (attached) • Guest Introduction & General Forum Guests may address the EQC about any item not contained on the regular agenda. A maximum of 15 minutes is allotted for the forum. If the full 15 minutes are not needed or theforum, the EQC will continue with theagenda 8:15 PM Up -Dates: ❑ Aquatic Vegetation Management Plan: 2004 Permitting Process ❑ Medicine Lake Watershed Subcommittee: The Plymouth City Council has approved to reconvene the Medicine Lake Watershed Subcommittee. All members have been contacted and the first meeting is expected to take place by mid October. Two EQC members need to be represented on the committee. Karen C. is one of the original members and the EQC members need to appoint another representative to serve on this committee. The EQC may also wish to provide some guidelines for the committee such as goals, objectives, and a timeline. 8:45 PM Plan for next meeting: November 12, 2003! The following items were included in the EQC 2003 annual plan, however, EQC members may also help to determine the agenda for the next meeting: ❖ 2004 Annual Plan 9:00 PM ADJOURNED Supplementary Agenda Items: ❖ Review and comment on the Bassett Creek Watershed Commission 2nd Generation Plans (along with comments provided by the City to the Commission) ❖ Odd and Even Role, EQC had suggested to do some education (story in newspaper) on this issue ❖ Plymouth Water Resources Management Plan ❖ EPA Phase II Permitting ❖ Developing a Green Communities Program ❖ Landscaping and zoning Issues ❖ Met -Council and Small Grant Project 3 P:\Organization\Commissions\Environmental_Quality_Conunittee\agendas,2003\I00803. doc Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission October 9, 2003, 7 p.m., Ice Center AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes 3. Visitor Presentations a. Athletic Associations b. Staff -Diane Evans c. Others 4. Report on Past Council Action a. Approved ice arena architect contract b. C. 5. Unfinished Business a. Update on Ice Center b. Update on Plymouth Creek Center c. Update on Reserve neighborhood park d. e. 6. New Business a. Review Ice Center operations - Bill Abel (tour available after meeting) b. Review outdoor ice rink locations for 2003-04 winter season C. 7. Commission Presentation 8. Staff Communication 9. Adjourn Next regular meeting - November 13, 2003 n\parks\staff\eric\prac\agendas\Oct03.doc OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS October 2003 Sunday Monday I Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 2 7:00 PM COUNCILMEMBER BIFORUM, PI mouth Creek Center, 14800 34th Ave. 3 4 1:00 PM PLYMOUTH ON PARADE Sep 2003 S M T W T F S Nov 2003 S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 7:00 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION MEETING, Medicine Lake Room 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Yom Kippur begins 7:00 PM PARK & 6:00 PM at sunset ENVIRONMENTAL REC ADVISORY QUALITY COMMISSION COMMITTEE (PRAC), Council (EQC), Plymouth Chambers Creek Center (NOTE EARLY START TIME) 12 13 14 IS 16 17 18 7:30 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7'.00 PM HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA), Medicine Lake Room COLUMBUS DAY (OBSERVED), Public Works Division closed 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room 26 27 28 29 30 31 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ENDS - set clocks back 1 7:30 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL hour MEETING, Council Chambers modified on 10/3/2003 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS November 2003 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Dec 2003 1 Oct2003 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 26 27 28 29 30 31 28 29 30 31 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, 6:00 PM VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION EVENT, Plymouth Creek Center Council Chambers 7:00 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - Medicine Lake Room 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers VETERANS DAY (OBSERVED), City Offices Closed 7:00 PM ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE (EOC),Plymouth Creek Center 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7.00 PM HOUSING 8 REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA), Medicine Lake Room 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 7:30 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers t111 AM PLYMOUTH-MTKA BUSINESS COUNCIL, BORN Conference Room, 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY - City Center Offices THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY - City Center Offices 01 Carlson Parkway, 4th floor COMMITTEE ON TRANSIT (PACT) - Closed Closed Medicine Lake 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, Council Chambers Room 30 modified on 10/3/2003 0 OFFICIAL CITY MEETINGS December 2003 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 3 4 5 6 70o PM TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING, Council Chambers (IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING TRUTH IN TAXATION) SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING - INTERVIEW BOARD/COMMISSION CANDIDATES, Public Safety Training Room 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7:00 PM HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - Medicine Lake Room 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 6:00 PM TRUTH IN TAXATION HEARING RECONVENED 7:00 PM EVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE 7:00 PM CHARTER COMMISSION ANNUAL MEETING,TrainingRoomafety Public (IF NEEDED), (EQC), Plymouth Council Chambers 7:30 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers Creek Center 7:00 PM PARK & REC ADVISORY COMMISSION (PRAC), Council Chambers 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 7:00 PM REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING, 7:00 PM PLANNING COMMISSION, Council Chambers 7:00 PM HOUSING & REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (HRA), Medicine Lake Room Council Chambers 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 7:30 PM YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL, Council Chambers 7:00 PM PLYMOUTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY - City Offices closed TRANSIT (PACT) - Medicine Lake Room 28 29 30 31 Nov 2003 Jan 2004 S M T W T F S S M T W T F S 1 1 2 3 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 30 modified on 10/3/2003 I Tentative Schedule for City Council Agenda Items Oct. 14 Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Authorize issuance of general obligation special assessment bonds for 2004 street improvements • Approve schematic design and cost estimate, and authorize preparation of construction documents and advertisement for bids for finishing lower level of the Plymouth Creek Center • Approve comprehensive plan amendment to reguide from I -P (Planned Industrial) to C (Commercial); rezoning from I-2 (General Industrial) to C-4 (Community Commercial); site plan and variance to convert an existing industrial building into a 120,000 square foot two-story furniture store for property located at the northwest corner of County Road 6 and Xenium Lane. Schneidermans Furniture Inc. (2003082) • Approve rezoning from RSF-1 (Single Family 1) to RSF-2 (Single Family and a preliminary plat for five single-family lots to be called "Carlson Terrace" located at the northeast corner of the intersection of Harbor Lane and Carlson Parkway North. Wilson Management, Inc. (2003087) • Approve Membership Dues in League of Minnesota Cities • Consider development at Northwest Blvd. and Schmidt Lake Road • Report on Water Treatment Plant improvements • Final Payment on Ice Center Parking Lot • Final Payment on Camelot Park • Approve search firm for the City Manager selection process • Approve modification to conditions of approval for a site plan, conditional use permits, interim use permit and variance for Shadow Hills Apartments located at the northeast quadrant of Nathan Lane and 45th Avenue North. Principal Life Insurance Company. (20149) • Accept third quarter financial report • Set assessment hearing on 2003 Street Reconstruction project • Set special council meetings Oct. 28 Regular, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers • Recognize resident who assisted with incident at local business (Mayor Johnson) • Hearing on the Issuance of Industrial Development Revenue Bonds on behalf of Nuaire, Inc. • Hearing on 2003 weed eradication and destruction, Roll I • Consider ordinance prohibiting tobacco in parks • Report on flooding issues • Hearing on 2003 Street Reconstruction program assessments Note: Special Meeting topics have been set by Council; all other topics are tentative. O DISTRICT 481 O MIN a W WW G ROD D i u59n LE area schools A ends We are a progressive and dynamic learning organization that develops caring, creative and productive citizens. Government Advisory Council Tuesday, October 7, 2003 7:30 a.m. — 9:00 a.m. ESC Boardroom — 4148 Winnetka • Our Thanks to Outgoing Plymouth City Manager Dwight Johnson • School District/Cities/TwinWest Relationships • Forest Update • School Board Elections • Once Around the Table If you would like to add agenda items, please call Judy at 763-504-8012. We look forward to seeing you on October 7. 161\ � MetroTransit September 26, 2003 Dwight Johnson City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd Plymouth, MN 5447 Dear Mr. Johnson: The Metropolitan Council is beginning a study of transit service in north Minneapolis and the northwest suburbs. You can have a voice in how transit service operates in your area by attending a workshop for local stakeholders. The Northwest Metro Transit Restructuring Stakeholders' Workshop will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October. 21. The half-day workshop, hosted by Metro Transit, will be held at the Brooklyn Center Community Center (a map of the study area and directions to the workshop are attached). Please join us for a continental breakfast starting at 7:30 a.m. The workshop will introduce you to today's transit system and new opportunities we are developing, which could include moving service to different streets to effectively serve more customers. As a participant, you will engage in trip planning to compare transit options to and from various locations. This workshop will: • build awareness of major transit issues • explain how decisions are made to best use limited resources • allow you to suggest service that meets your community's needs Your participation will be greatly appreciated. It is important that you attend the entire workshop so you can gain an understanding of the study scope and provide us with input from a local perspective. Prior to the workshop, please review existing service and try the on-line Trip Planner at www.metrotransit.org. If you are unable to attend, please send an alternate in your place. If you wish to attend with a colleague, please advise us as to how many will be attending. Please RSVP by October 8, by calling 612-349-7561. I hope that you are able to participate. Together we can make Metro Transit an even better service for the citizens of the region. Peter Bell Chair Enclosures A service of the Metropolitan Council 560 Sixth Avenue North Minneapolis, Minnesota 55411-4398 (612) 349-7400 Transit Info 373-3333 TTY 341-0140 http://www.metrotransit.org c3 An Equal Opportunity Employer GRour Directions to �. r - - Brooklyn Center Community Center FROM THE WEST Take I-94 east to the Shingle Creek Parkway exit. At the stop light at the.end of the exit, continue straight across Shingle Creek Parkway, into our parking lot. Park and enter on the lower level. t FROM THE EAST . Take I-94 or I-694 west to the Shingle Creek Parkway exit. At the end of the exit (signal light), take a right` (south over the freeway). At the first signal light turn right into our lot. Park and enteron the lower level -FROiV SOUTH- HIGHWAY I00 Going north, exit at 57th Avenue North/John Martin Drive. At the end of the exit,. go straight th ough the .,intersection (57th Avenue North) to John Martin Drive and turn left (onto bridge over highway). At the next ..:.Street light, turns right onto Shingle Creek_Parkway go to the second light; tum -left into our lot. Park and enter :on the lower level. FROM NORTH - HIGHWAY 100 Going south, take a right exit offHighway 100 onto 57th Avenue (County Road 10); go to first stop light and' :. turn right onto Shingle Creek Parkway; .last set of lights before. the, freeway bridge turn left into-- our parking lot Park and enter on the lower level..' BROOKLYN CENTER COMMUNITY CEWER 6301Shingle Creek Parkway'. 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IS Transit Service to Northwest Metro Transit..Restrueturing Study Brooklyn Center Community Center October 21, 2003 LL I SHINm F C KWY NiM 94 694 es H AV 4 6 VE Nlc"rfAll L.. NTEFie kE 6 N < •� m?�` Y ' x s N 3 m C=7 ✓ 6 T W717 " T RD Ll Pip 4a . u rt erowdaw Z x ti y ri J5 I N « 3 1 7 5, 22, 52K, 94K, 717, 721, 722, 723, 724, 801 +. AV G Q 2ND AIF 100 1ST AVE N M 49 H AVQ N Q �+ O w � ll Grp 0 0.125 0.25 o.5 Miles • For Transit Information Call 612-373-3333 www.metrotransit.org Driving directions to the Brooklyn Center Communitv Center are on the other side of this sheet. startribune.com Close window Cities' traffic fines may break law, auditor says Mark Brunswick Star Tribune Published 10/03/2003 A growing number of cities are issuing their own tickets to traffic offenders, but a report released Thursday by State Auditor Pat Awada says that may be breaking the law. The report says use of these administrative citations may deprive motorists of a constitutional right and robs the state of revenue it would receive in fines from guilty drivers. And the method could keep repeat offenders on the road by helping them avoid detection from the state. In a news release associated with the report, Awada is quoted as suggesting that the "cities and counties may think this is a clever way to increase revenues in their coffers," but the use of their own local tickets "may circumvent the law." "Whether it is a way for the cities to get back at the state, or to say, 'Boo hoo, we don't have enough money,' we can't say," Awada said later. Though her opinion is not binding, it could add fuel to a debate that is likely to find its way to the Legislature. In White Bear Lake and Columbia Heights, for example, drivers caught traveling up to 10 or 15 miles per hour over the speed limit can be ticketed, but the courts and their insurance companies never hear about it. Those cities have made low-grade speeding a violation of city ordinances, the equivalent of storing a junked car in the driveway. And though the fines -- $35 to $40 -- are less than those assessed with county court tickets, officials say they replace what might have been only a warning in the past. In addition, the cities don't have to share the fines with the state and county. White Bear Lake City Manager Mark Sather agreed that it is not appropriate to use these citations as a revenue - generator. He said the fines are intended to get drivers to pay more attention to traffic laws and meet residents' demands for more enforcement. Awada said she produced the report at the request of the Association of Minnesota Counties and state Rep. Steve Smith, R -Mound, chairman of the House Judiciary Policy and Finance Committee. She said that state law suggests that the use of any administrative penalties may be questionable, but that it is clear that the use of the fines for traffic offenses is beyond a local government's authority. Awada, who has targeted cities and counties before over their use of local government aid from the state, said she is concerned that hearings on administrative penalties may violate a citizen's right to due process, because they don't occur in front of a judge, and that prior violations may go undetected if they are not reported to a central data base for criminal activity, such as the one operated by the state. Minnetonka was one of the first cities in the state to develop the concept of the administrative penalty, using it to enforce livability issues such as unmowed grass and barking dogs. The hearings for the penalties deal with the problem quickly, do not "criminalize" the offender, and keep county district court dockets from getting too crowded, said Minnetonka City Attorney Desyl Peterson. Often considered a pioneer in the development of the administrative hearing, Peterson is on a statewide panel for the League of Minnesota Cities dealing with the increased use of administrative fees. Minnetonka has decided against expanding the process to include traffic offenses because the city does not have the authority, Peterson said. She said she fears, though, that any legislative action might severely limit the ability of a local \—) government to impose any administrative penalties. "My hope is that [the Legislature] doesn't throw out the baby with the bath water, because there are some of us who are using the program quite appropriately," she said. Administrative penalties are being used in about 130 cities in the state. White Bear Lake, Minnetonka, New Brighton, Woodbury, Mounds View, Fergus Falls, Kimball, Avon, Little Falls and Northfield were among those Awada studied. Other cities are considering going to administrative penalties even as Awada is raising flags. In a recent meeting with Minneapolis city officials, taxi drivers complained about the increased use of administrative fines for such things as violating the city's dress code for cab drivers who do not wear a shirt with a collar or for wearing sandals. "Since when did feet become such an ugly thing?" asked an exasperated driver after the meeting. Woodbury uses the administrative fines for such things as water sprinkling offenses and snowbird parking violations, but not for traffic offenses. The fines generate about $16,500 a year, a small portion of the city's $2 million budget, said City Manager Barry Johnson. Jim Miller, executive director of the League of Minnesota Cities, which represents more than 800 Minnesota municipalities, called Awada's report "disappointing and disconcerting," particularly as it suggests that cities are using the revenue to pad their pocketbooks. Miller said one of the major factors in adopting the administrative fees was a concern by many local law enforcement officials that the new $25 increase in the state surcharge on traffic offenses, from $35 to $60, make paying a simple traffic ticket a sometimes onerous task. Speaking of Awada's report, Miller said: "It's important to keep in mind that it is exactly what it is, and that is an opinion. It is no way binding to cities. Staff writer Bill McAuliffe contributed to this report. Mark Brunswick is at mbrunswick@startribune.com. Copyright 200. Star Tribune. All rights reserved. W YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL MINUTES OF MEETING SEPTEMBER 15, 2003 Council Members Present Absent Peter Beste ✓ Marina Boykis ✓ Heather Gaudette ✓ Adam Hahn ✓ Paul Jungels ✓ Akash Kumar ✓ Mark Lenhardt ✓ Michael Letich ✓ Janet Li ✓ Ally Taylor ✓ Whitney Waters ✓ Mayor Johnson, City Manager Johnson, Deputy City Clerk Kurt Hoffman, Recreation Supervisor Regina Michaud, and Citizen Liaison Gary Landis were also present. Janet called the meeting to order at 7:35 PM. Paul made a motion seconded by Mike, to approve the agenda. The motion passed in a unanimous voice vote. Janet made a motion seconded by Paul, to approve the minutes of the August 11 meeting. The motion passed in a unanimous voice vote. Bob's Sleep—out and Housing Week Jill Kohler, of Interfaith Outreach, introduced LaDonna Hoy, Bob Fisher, Eric Blank to talk about Bob's Sleep -out. The group spoke about the sleep—out project and encouraged participation by the Youth Advisory Council. Eric Blank said the Interfaith Outreach/Community Partners board members are interested in exploring ways that the Youth Advisory Council can help raise awareness about Bob's Sleep—out. He suggested an event, youth -oriented, perhaps a sleep -out in the soccer bubble at the Plymouth Creek Center. He said a group of high school students could serve as organizers and managers with the middle/junior high students as the target participants. Mayor Johnson explained she has challenged northwest suburban mayors to sleep out. She said three or four City Council members will also be participating, at the lot east of the Vicksburg Cub Foods. She encouraged the YAC to join forces with other community groups to help in the community as well. I� Youth Advisory Council September 15, 2003 meeting Page 2 Paul said he liked the idea of an event in the soccer bubble so that some games or other activities could be held. He wondered about the issues of high school vs. middle school, and it was suggested that two different nights could be planned. Akash asked about arranging for a theatre to donate proceeds from an evening show or a special event film. Members discussed focus work on different age, and whether parents might be un comfortable with an overnight event for middle school students. Paul said it might be good to target middle school students. Janet suggested a carnival or an ice school event. Judy said the city's proven youth program activities might be a greater attraction for middle school parents. Heather suggested people go to the rally and get info with their home groups and then plan events and kickoffs after the rally event. Akash, Heather, and Whitney agreed to serve as a planning committee for Youth Advisory Council participation in the 2003 Sleep—out program. Review updated plans for lower level of Plymouth Creek Center Eric Blank presented information to update the project plans for finishing the lower level of the Plymouth Creek Center. He pointed out that the tiered multi-purpose room has remained unchanged in concept, to serve as a multi -media, multi -use room. Two music rooms with pianos will be installed. He said the real changes come in the east end of the building, with the conference room moved into the interior and opened up as a computer/LAN gaming room. He said four different spaces are being created, but they are spaces that can be opened up to one large multi—use area for a variety of activities. He said seniors are interested in using the space during the day and are excited about the development. It will be brought to the City Council for approval at either the September 23 or October 14 meeting. Eric estimated the project should take approximately 100 days to complete following council approval and final design. This could come as early as January, 2004. Heather said it's a good use of the $1 million, to be used by a lot of different groups. Janet made a motion, seconded Heather, to state the Youth Advisory Council's support for the revised plans to complete the lower level of the Plymouth Creek Center. The motion passed without opposition. Finalize plans for Plymouth on Parade participation Janet introduced her design for the YAC tee shirts — discussion on getting tee shirts. Regina reported that a generic banners — 6 foot by 2 foot in size —will cost around $100. Youth Advisory Council September 15, 2003 meeting Page 3 Adam made a motion, seconded by Janet, to request that Regina purchase a banner for the Youth Advisory Council. The motion passed without opposition. Paul suggested handing out brochures or candy during the parade. Janet made a motion, seconded by Paul, to buy candy to hand out at the Plymouth on Parade event. The motion passed without opposition. Regina asked whether Youth Advisory Council members could staff an informational booth from 2:30-4:35. She said the Council could use the sofa and have a card table next to it for any brochures. Janet and Paul agreed be at the sofa site for part of the time. Akash volunteered to organize the booth. Committee Updates Judy introduced Aneesh Sohoni, who is interested in working on committees. Regina reported that the next Inter—generational Committee meeting will be on September 19 at 3:30 pm in the Plymouth Cree Center Conference Room. She said the group will want to set another meeting before the October 14 roundtable event, to finalize those plans. Dwight reported that another contractor is reviewing costs on development of the site at the Correctional Facility. Paul reported that the Youth Services Awards Committee will have information to distribute at the Plymouth on Parade event. Akash reported that the Youth Town Forum Committee has created a letter to send to area businesses to generate interest in holding a job fair at the Town Forum. Regina recommended sending a response card with check off of what businesses might be interested contributing or participating. She suggested a date for the event be set as soon as possible. Future Items At the September 23 City Council meeting the Council will be asked to appoint Aneesh Sohoni to replace Marina Boykis on the Youth Advisory Council.. Adjournment Paul made a motion, seconded by Akash, to adjourn the meeting at 9:05 PM. The motion passed without opposition. �- \ DRAFT ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE MINUTES — MEETING NO. 131 Wednesday, September 10, 2003,7:00 p.m. Members Present Kathy Osborne, Terry Jaffoni, Katie He, Karen Chesebrough, Andy Walstead, Brian Forrest, Boe Carlson and Chris Graham Members Absent Geoff Conklin and Molly Beste Others/Staff Present Ginny Black, City Council Liaison John Barten, Three Rivers Park District Brian Vlach, Three Rivers Park District Shane Missaghi, Water Resources Engineer Patty Hillstrom, Secretary Guests Terrie Christian, Liz Thornton and Carla Anderson Call to Order Ms. Osborne brought the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Review of Agenda The two Medicine Lake items were placed first on the agenda and a discussion of the watering restriction in Plymouth was added at the end. Minutes It was moved by Andy Walstead, seconded by Karen Chesebrough and unanimously approved by the committee that the minutes for Meeting No. 130, August 13, 2003, be approved with one change. Introductions Katie He introduced herself to the EQC stating that she is a sophomore at Wayzata High School. Liz Thornton introduced herself to the group stating that she is the Plymouth representative on the Bassett Creek Watershed Commission. Carla Anderson introduced herself to the group stating that she is an alternate on the Bassett Creek Watershed Commission and a board member of AMLAC. Terrie Christian introduced herself and stated that she is a member of AMLAC and has served on the Technical Advisory Committee for the 2"d Generation Plan. Page 1 of 3 P.• IOrganization iCommissions lEnvironmental_Quality_Committeelminutes11003T91003.doc Im Medicine Lake: Mr. Barten explained that the erosion problems at the outlet near the North Drainage intersection of 42nd Place and Northwest Boulevard began with the Erosion Site development of Target. The channel carries too much water into an undersized pipe which causes sediment buildup. The sediment then moves downhill into Medicine Lake. He said the culverts become full of mud causing pedestrians to cross at a dangerous section of Co. Rd. 9. Mr. Barten said the city, County and Three Rivers Park District need to get together to solve the drainage problem which would provide increased pedestrian safety and a better environment for Medicine Lake. Discussion was held on different approaches to solving the erosion problem and funding sources available for the project. Councilmember Black stated that the issue is outside of the EQC. Ms. Osborne stated that the EQC will strongly request that the powers that be work on this issue and that different funding sources be researched. Mr. Missaghi will keep the EQC updated on project discussions and cost estimates for the work. Medicine Lake: Mr. Missaghi explained that the City's water quality monitoring data Plymouth Creek and the Barr Engineering report for Medicine Lake indicate that the Draining Area Plymouth Creek drainage area contributes about 70% of the total watershed nutrient loading into Medicine Lake. He asked the EQC to revisit the Medicine Lake Implementation and Management Plan to begin discussion on this issue. Councilmember Black would like the EQC to figure out what to do with Plymouth Creek drainage area and suggested the possibility of reinstating the Medicine Lake Watershed Subcommittee. Ms. Christian expressed an interest of hers and Tom Gallagher to participate on the Medicine Lake Watershed Subcommittee. She also recommended the mayor of the City of Medicine Lake and/or Bill Leonard. Ms. Chesebrough is willing to participate in the group. Ms. Osborne suggested a representative from Turtle Lake or someone further up Plymouth Creek to serve on the subcommittee. Councilmember Black would like to invite representatives from the watershed, City staff and the EQC to serve on the subcommittee. A motion was made by Boe Carlson, seconded by Andy Walstead reinstating the Medicine Lake Watershed Subcommittee to examine solutions for the Plymouth Creek area. Page 2 of 3 P: ( Organization ICommissionsIEnvironmental_Quality_Committeelminutes120031091003.doc Schmidt Lake The Schmidt Lake Association, Shingle Creek Watershed and the EQC Implementation will review possibilities for Schmidt Lake at the October EQC meeting. Plan Mr. Vlach will take samples from the lake up until October to help calibrate a model. Green Building Mr. Missaghi reported that the Green Building concept was incorporated into the Request for Proposal for the construction of the water treatment facility, third sheet of ice at the ice center, expansion of the Public Safety Building and potential changes to City Hall. After the selection of an architect has been made, Scott Webb of the Plymouth Police Dept., will contact the EQC for their input. City staff will tour a building in Dakota County that was constructed with the Green Building concept. Restriction on Ms. Osborne stated that her neighbors are not complying with the odd - Outdoor Water Use even restriction on water use and asked if the restriction was still in effect. It was suggested that information regarding the watering restriction be published in the Environmental Extra. A press release could be published and information provided on Channel 12. Other Mr. Walstead reminded everyone of the dedication of the rain garden in the Luce Line parking lot which will be held on September 22 from 3:30-4:00 p.m. and invited the EQC. On behalf of the Gleason Lake Improvement Association, he thanked the City of Plymouth for partnering with them on the project. Next Meeting The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 8, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. at the Plymouth Creek Center. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 9:07 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Patty Hillstrom Page 3 of 3 P: I Organization lCommissions lEnvironmental_Qualiry_Committeelminutes110031091003.doc a Q\ L L L D O CDE L � U O • _ CU ^^ 0 - ^/O 6.L �. cu c O U U o 7 U- D L N CDE L � U _ CU W > cu c i :3 _C) 0 NCc = CD 0 N� E m L, °'.� C: U cu p � cn �VLO - 0 cl) u .� >►•U U=J CL a >' N L L Y w3 o o �cu L 0- c0 .� 430 O E 0= O -O >%L cn—Oa) in O U c 'ao N p 6 a)a 0):3 cu O O. N.O. O .fl �. 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(2003) 100) Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this is to inform you of a request by Honeywell, Inc., under File 2003100, for a site plan amendment to allow construction of a 32,000 square foot addition for property located at 12001 State Highway 55. The request also includes an interim use permit to allow the use of the existing 725 parking spaces where the Zoning Ordinance requires an additional 82 spaces for the addition. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 500 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of, and cordially invited to attend a Public Hearing to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, October 15, 2003, in the City Council Chambers at the Plymouth City Hall, 3400 Plymouth Boulevard. The public will be invited to offer questions and comments concerning this application at that time, or feel free to call the City Planning Department at (763) 509- 5450 for more information. PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Ptace to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 ��°s www.d.olvmouth.mn.us Dear Owner/Occupant: This letter is written to inform you that Journey Foods, LLC, under file 2003101, submitted a planning application requesting approval of a variance to allow a 98 square foot freestanding pylon sign for Culvers located at 4335 Peony Lane North. While a formal Public Hearing is not required, it is the City's policy to inform adjacent property owners/occupants of such applications. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 200 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of and cordially invited to attend a meeting to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 15, 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, f)m Vnr iw, m V, Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2003101 propnotice PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Place to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 (D-1– www.d.plymouth.mn.us SUBJECT: SITE PLAN FOR CVS PHARMACY (2003099) Dear Owner/Occupant: This letter is written to inform you that CVS Pharmacy, under file 2003099, submitted a planning application requesting approval of a site plan for a 13,013 square foot pharmacy and convenience retail store on property located at the southeast corner of State Highway 55 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, October 15, 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, Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2003099propnotice PLYMOUTH A Beautiful Place to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 www.ci.olvmouth.mn.us Dear Property Owner: Pursuant to the provisions of the Plymouth Zoning Ordinance, this letter is to inform you of a request by Quest Real Estate, Inc., under File 2003089, for a site plan, preliminary plat, and variance for a 32 -unit townhome development to be called "The Woods at Medicine Lake" for property located on the east side of South Shore Drive approximately 200 feet north of 11 `" Avenue 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, October 15, 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 2003089propnotice PLYMOUTH A Beautifu[Pface to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 © � www dplymouth.mn.us Dear Owner/Occupant: This letter is written to inform you that Gordon Ginsberg, under file 2003109, submitted a planning application requesting approval of a variance to allow a 48.7 foot rear -yard setback from Cavanaugh Lake for a home and deck addition at 310 Sycamore Lane North. While a formal Public Hearing is not required, it is the City's policy to inform adjacent property owners/occupants of such applications. Hennepin County records indicate your property is within 200 feet of the site of this proposal. You are hereby notified of and cordially invited to attend a meeting to be held by the Plymouth Planning Commission at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, October 15, 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, 1)wl)�n �w MLP -7 Barbara G. Senness, AICP Planning Manager 2003109propnotice 30 PLYMOUTH A BeautifufPface to Live 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447-1482 • TELEPHONE (763) 509-5000 © mom www.d.plymouth.mn.us The Board of GLIA THANK YOU! Dear Judy, We all appreciate your presence at our Rain Garden event. Your validation of the Volunteers in our Community has been one of your Hallmarks. We were pleased to hear your comments endorsing all volunteers and our special project. Thank you for all of your contributions to the Plymouth Community, the environment and our Lakes. - X� QA