HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Minutes 08-15-1994MINUTES
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AUGUST 15, 1994
The regular meeting of the Plymouth City Council was called to order by Deputy Mayor
Helliwell at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the City Center, 3400 Plymouth Blvd.,
on August 15, 1994.
PRESENT: Deputy Mayor Helliwell; Councilmembers Morrison, Lymangood, Granath,
and Edson.
ABSENT: Mayor Tierney and Councilmember Anderson.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Johnson, Assistant City Manager Lueckert, Finance
Director Hahn, Community Development Director Hurlburt, Public Works Director
Moore, Public Safety Director Gerdes, Planning Supv. Senness, Property Management
Coordinator Tabery, City Attorney Barnard, and City Clerk Ahrens.
ITEM 3 FORUM - 15TH AVENUE
John P. Murphy, 1320 Pineview Lane, stated there has been a lack of engineering
and City action on improving 15th Avenue in this area. He stated that in 1984 the
industrial park was expanded, but 15th Avenue was not improved. He wrote to
the City with his concerns about the appearance and quality of the roadway and the
through traffic crossing the berm in 1986. The berm was filled and improved, but
the roadway was not. Mr. Murphy stated he recently requested that 15th Avenue
be improved when the development of Olympic Steel began. He requested that a
redesign of 15th Avenue be considered in conjunction with the Olympic Steel
development. Even if a cul-de-sac cannot be installed, he requested that the street
be improved. Mr. Murphy stated the property owner favors these changes, and
does not like the cul-de-sac location where it currently exists.
Director Moore explained that 15th Avenue used to be a through street. Several
years ago, the City installed a berm to eliminate industrial traffic in the residential
area. He stated that provisions for the turn -around have been required in the
Olympic Steel development. Mr. Murphy does not like the proposed location and
would like it moved easterly which is on railroad right-of-way.
Councilmember Granath asked if it is too late to consider relocation of the
roadway, due to the timing of the Olympic Steel project.
Community Development Director Hurlburt stated that moving the cul-de-sac
further to the east was initially considered with the Olympic Steel application.
However, the site plan was subsequently amended by the applicant and approved
by the Council. Olympic Steel representatives could request a modification to the
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site plan, but they have indicated that they do not wish to do anything that will
delay the timing of the project.
Deputy Mayor Helliwell requested that a report be provided in this week's
Information Memo on this issue.
Councilmember Granath stated that he is willing to participate in a meeting with
Mr. Murphy and Olympic Steel representatives to discuss the issue.
ITEM 5 APPROVE AGENDA
Deputy Mayor Helliwell requested that the following items be added to the agenda
as Items 9-C through 9-H: Cat Ordinance, Pooper Scooper Ordinance, Wayzata -
Plymouth Chemical Health Commission resignation, City Project 205, Library
Meetings, and Letter regarding speed limit on Zachary Lane.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Edson, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to approve the agenda with the addition of items requested by Deputy
Mayor Helliwell.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6 CONSENT AGENDA
Manager Johnson noted that additional information has been provided to the
Council on Items 6-A, 6-C, and 6-U. These items were not removed from the
Consent Agenda.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt the Consent Agenda.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-A APPROVE COUNCIL MINUTES
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to approve the City Council Minutes of the June 6, 1994 Regular Council
Meeting, and August 1, 1994 Regular Council Meeting.
Motion carried, five ayes.
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ITEM 6-B APPROVE DISBURSEMENTS
Motion was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-459 APPROVING DISBURSEMENTS
FOR THE PERIOD ENDING AUGUST 5, 1994.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-C HOLIDAY COMPANIES. FINAL PLAT FOR A CONVENIENCE
STORE AT SOUTH SHORE DRIVE AND HIGHWAY 55 (93100)
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-460 APPROVING FINAL PLAT AND
DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT FOR HOLIDAY COMPANIES, FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF SOUTH
SHORE DRIVE AND HIGHWAY 55 (93100).
Motion carried, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-461 SETTING CONDITIONS TO BE
MET PRIOR TO FILING OF THE RELATED FINAL PLAT FOR
HOLIDAY COMPANIES FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF SOUTH SHORE DRIVE AND HIGHWAY 55
93100).
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-D METROOUIP, INC. SITE PLAN AMENDMENT AND VARIANCE
FOR ADDITIONAL PARKING (94066)
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-462 APPROVING SITE PLAN
AMENDMENT AND VARIANCE FOR METROQUIP, INC., FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2340 AND 2440 FERNBROOK LANE NORTH
94066).
Motion carried, five ayes.
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ITEM 6-E JOHN DOOM ENTERPRISES. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
94068
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-463 APPROVING CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT FOR JOHN DOOM ENTERPRISES (94068).
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-F INSPEC, INCORPORATED. CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT AND
SITE PLAN AMENDMENT(94079)
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-464 APPROVING CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT AND SITE PLAN AMENDMENT FOR DISTRICT 284
WAYZATA) FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 425 RANCHVIEW LANE
NORTH (94079).
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-G MIKE McMAHON. LOT DIVISION/CONSOLIDATION (94087)
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-465 APPROVING LOT DIVISION/
CONSOLIDATION FOR MIKE MCMAHON FOR HERITAGE WOODS
ESTATES, LOCATED NORTHWEST OF PINEVIEW LANE AND 58TH
AVENUE NORTH (94087).
Motion carried, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-466 APPROVING SETTING
CONDITIONS TO BE MET PRIOR TO FILING OF AND RELATED TO
LOT DIVISION/ CONSOLIDATION FOR MIKE MCMAHON FOR
HERITAGE WOODS ESTATES, LOCATED NORTHWEST OF
PINEVIEW LANE AND 58TH AVENUE NORTH (94087).
Motion carried, five ayes.
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ITEM 6-H APPROVE CONSULTANT TO PROVIDE MASTER SITE PLAN
FOR PARK/SCHOOL COMPLEX
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-467 APPROVING CONSULTANT
AND PAYMENT OF FEES FOR MASTER SITE PLANNING FOR THE
PARK/SCHOOL COMPLEX IN NORTHWEST PLYMOUTH.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-I RELEASE OF SITE IMPROVEMENT PERFORMANCE
AGREEMENTS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-468 AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF
SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR LUNDGREN BROTHERS
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE
NORTHEAST CORNER OF COUNTY ROAD 101 AND COUNTY ROAD
24 (92035).
Motion carried, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-469 AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF
SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR KRAUS-ANDERSON FOR
JAY -MARK PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2790 RANCHVIEW LANE
NORTH (92045).
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 64 RELEASE OF TREE PRESERVATION GUARANTEE
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-470 AUTHORIZING RELEASE OF
SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR TREE PRESERVATION FOR
KIMBERLY WOODS FOR PROPERTY LOCATED SOUTHWEST OF
HOLLY LANE AND OLD ROCKFORD ROAD (93018).
Motion carried, five ayes.
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ITEM 6-K REDUCTION OF SITE IMPROVEMENT PERFORMANCE
AGREEMENTS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-471 AUTHORIZING REDUCTION
OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR CALIBER
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, FOR PROPERTY LOCATED A 15200
25TH AVENUE NORTH (94020).
Motion carried, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-472 AUTHORIZING REDUCTION
OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR GREAT MIDWEST
CONSTRUCTION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4015 LANCASTER
LANE NORTH (90104).
Motion carried, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-473 AUTHORIZING REDUCTION
OF SITE PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE FOR BALDOR ELECTRIC
COMPANY FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 12955 STATE HIGHWAY
55 (94024).
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-L DIRECT STUDY ON CUL-DE-SAC LENGTHS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-474 DIRECTING STAFF TO
UNDERTAKE A STUDY OF CUL-DE-SACS.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-M CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTION FROM 1991 WETLAND ACT
FOR OLYMPIC STEEL
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-475 AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR
TO SIGN THE CERTIFICATE OF EXEMPTION FROM THE 1991
WETLAND ACT FOR OLYMPIC STEEL.
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Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-N REJECT BIDS FOR LOADER/SNOW BLOWER
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councihnember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-476 REJECTING BIDS, WHEEL
LOADER/SNOW BLOWER.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-O AWARD CONTRACT FOR PURCHASE OF STEP VAN
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-477 APPROVAL OF BID FOR ONE
ALUMINUM STEP VAN.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-P AWARD CONTRACT FOR HIGHWAY 55 NORTH FRONTAGE
ROAD AND SOUTH SHORE DRIVE, PROJECT NO. 406
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-478 AWARDING BID, HIGHWAY 55
NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD AND SOUTH SHORE DRIVE, CITY
PROJECT NO. 406.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-0 AWARD CONTRACT FOR 1994 STREET RECONSTRUCTION/
PHASE 2, PROJECT NO. 401
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-479 AWARDING BID, 1994 STREET
RECONSTRUCTION - PART 2, CITY PROJECT NO. 401.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-11 NO PARKING ON VICKSBURG LANE FROM SCHMIDT LAKE
ROAD TO COUNTY ROAD 47
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-480 APPROVE "NO PARKING'
SIGN INSTALLATION ON BOTH SIDES OF VICKSBURG LANE
BETWEEN SCHMIDT LAKE ROAD AND COUNTY ROAD 47.
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Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-8 APPROVE DEVELOPMENT CONTRACT BOND REDUCTIONS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-481 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT
BOND, IRON HORSE ESTATES ADDITION (91060).
Motion carried, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-482 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT
BOND, SUGAR HILLS 3RD ADDITION (94044).
Motion carried, five ayes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-483 REDUCING DEVELOPMENT
BOND, PINTAIL VILLAS ADDITION, (93055).
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-T SET PUBLIC HEARING FOR VACATION OF A PORTION OF
ROLAND STREET
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-484 ORDERING PUBLIC HEARING
ON THE PROPOSED VACATION OF A PORTION OF ROLAND
STREET RIGHT OF WAY AND ALLEY IN BLOCK 1 WITHIN
SCHIEBE'S HIGHLAND VIEW ADDITION.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-U AUTHORIZE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR DESIGN OF
COUNCIL CHAMBERS AND CONFERENCE ROOM RENOVATION
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-485 AUTHORIZATION FOR STAFF
TO SOLICIT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR REDESIGN OF THE
COUNCIL CONFERENCE AREA AND COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
Motion carried, five ayes.
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ITEM 6-V APPOINTMENT OF ELECTION JUDGES
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-486 APPOINTING ELECTION
JUDGES FOR 1994 FOR ELECTIONS.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-W APPROVE SCHEDULE FOR OCTOBER WARD MEETINGS
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-487 APPROVING SCHEDULE FOR
WARD MEETINGS.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 6-X APPROVE ADDITION OF EXECUTIVE SESSION TO THE
AUGUST 22, 1994 SPECIAL MEETING
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-488 APPROVING ADDITION OF
EXECUTIVE SESSION TO THE AUGUST 22, 1994 SPECIAL MEETING
TO DISCUSS POSSIBLE APPEAL OF LITIGATION.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 7-A VACATION OF EASEMENTS IN BASS CREEK BUSINESS PARK
ADDITIONS
Public Works Director Moore presented the staff report on the request for
vacation of drainage and utility easements within Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, and Outlot
A, Bass Creek Business Park 2nd Addition and Outlot B, Bass Creek Business
Park Addition.
Deputy Mayor Helliwell opened the public hearing on the proposed vacation at
7:23 p.m. No one appeared, and the hearing was closed.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Edson, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-489 AUTHORIZING THE
VACATION OF A PORTION OF A DRAINAGE AND UTILITY
EASEMENT IN LOTS 1 AND 2, BLOCK 1, AND OUTLOT A, BASS
CREEK BUSINESS PARK 2ND ADDITION AND OUTLOT B, BASS
CREEK BUSINESS PARK ADDITION.
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Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 7-B VACATION OF EASEMENTS IN PLYMOUTH PRESBYTERIAN
CHURCH ADDITION
Public Works Director Moore presented the staff report on the request for
vacation of street, drainage and utility easements in Plymouth Presbyterian Church
Addition for Dunkirk Lane and Rockford Road.
Deputy Mayor Helliwell opened the public hearing on the proposed vacation at
7:25 p.m. No one appeared, and the hearing was closed.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Morrison, seconded by Councilmember
Lymangood, to adopt RESOLUTION 94-490 AUTHORIZING THE
VACATION OF STREET, UTILITY, AND TRAIL EASEMENTS,
PARCEL 17-118-22-43-0002.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 8-A PRESENTATION ON PHOSPHORUS CONTROL IN FERTILIZERS
John Barten, Hennepin Parks Water Quality Manager, stated that a study was
recently undertaken to determine the nutrient levels of lawns in the metro area. He
stated that Hennepin Parks is concerned about lawn fertilizers because the
phosphorus levels affect water quality. A previous study determined that
residential lawns contribute about 34 percent of the phosphorus nutrients entering
water bodies in Hennepin County.
Mr. Barten explained that the study randomly sampled 18.1 lawns in Plymouth,
Maple Grove, Eden Prairie, and Minnetonka. It was determined that 65 percent of
the fertilizers are applied by homeowners, compared to less than 30 percent
applied by lawn service companies. Most of the lawns receive between two and
four fertilizer applications per year. He presented the results of the study: 5 lawns
had medium phosphorus levels; 55 lawns had high levels, and 121 lawns had very
high levels. There was no significant variance by community tested. He stated
that most lawns in this area, with the exception of new lawns, typically have a
good concentration of phosphorus and do not need any added phosphorus. He
said that the Water Quality Committee has reconunended that fertilizer containing
limited or no phosphorus be promoted and made available to Plymouth residents.
Councilmember Lymangood asked how residents can determine the phosphorus
level in fertilizers they purchase, and whether other nutrients in fertilizers seriously
impact water quality.
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Mr. Barten explained that fertilizer is usually identified by a three number series.
The first number refers to the amount of nitrogen, and the second number refers to
the phosphorus level. He stated that phosphorus is the primary concern on water
quality. Mr. Barten stated that NURP treatment ponds are beneficial, but they are
only about 60 to 70 percent effective.
Councilmember Granath asked if the State has done anything to regulate
applications of fertilizer containing phosphorus by homeowners.
Mr. Barten responded no. The State has generally regulated nutrient levels
through "end of the pipe" charges for water treatment.
Director Moore stated he is unaware of any such charges for phosphorus.
Councilmember Granath stated that it is important to expand consumer awareness
that there are low or no quantity phosphorus fertilizers on the market.
Councilmember Lymangood said the Water Quality Committee is soliciting
information from area retailers to determine what fertilizers are available.
Mr. Barten described the phosphorus reduction project conducted in Waseca. At
the conclusion of the project, most of the community used phosphorus -free
fertilizer. The phosphorus level in the lake was reduced from 150 parts per billion
to 50 parts per billion due to combined efforts in the community.
Deputy Mayor Helliwell suggested an article in the Plymouth News on the study
results and recommendations.
Bonnie Kerschke, 3030 Larch Lane North, represented Association of Medicine
Lake Area Citizens (AMLAC). She said phosphorus -free fertilizer has been
promoted in their Association newsletter for several years. The Association
supports publicity by the City relating to reduced use of fertilizer containing
phosphorus.
ITEM 9-A PROPOSAL TO COMPENSATE PLANNING COMMISSION
MEMBERS
Councilmember Granath presented a proposal to compensate Planning
Commissioners for attendance at meetings. He stated that significant time, energy,
and connnitment is required of Planning Commissioners and the Planning
Commission has statutory authority, unlike some of the other City commissions.
In addition, the Planning Commission has broad responsibilities.
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He shared information provided by Manager Johnson. The fiscal impact of paying
50 per meeting would be $8,400 per year. Shoreview is the only community
known to pay its Planning Commissioners. The Planning Coirunission has more
statutory responsibility, more work, and a greater complexity of work to
accomplish than any other City commission. However, the City is able to attract
good applicants for the Planning Commission without any pay.
Manager Johnson said that the Council could also consider some type of
compensation for Planning Commissioners visiting sites for upcoming meetings.
That is currently not compensated.
Councilmember Granath asked if a change to pay Planning Commission members
could be done by ordinance.
City Attorney Barnard said yes.
Manager Johnson suggested that if the Council is inclined to consider
compensation for Planning Commission members, the form of that pay should be a
flat amount, similar to the City Council. There should be no appearance that could
raise doubts with the public that there is an incentive for a future Planning
Commission to schedule additional meetings to increase their pay.
Deputy Mayor Helliwell said there are many residents interested in serving on the
Planning Commission without pay. She recognizes that Planning Commissioners
put in long hours, but expressed concern of compensating one commission and not
all of the others. She suggested that rather than compensation, the Council
consider travel reimbursement for all affected commissions.
Councilmember Lymangood stated the Planning Commission conducts the public
hearings on behalf of the Council, and he supports compensation or anything that
will strengthen that public hearing process.
Councilmember Morrison stated the concept is good, but she is concerned about
only compensating one commission. She also stated the City may be spending
money unnecessarily because there many residents who want to voluntarily serve.
Councilmember Edson said he is not opposed to the concept of compensation, but
it should be equitable between commissions. Board of Zoning members are also
vested with statutory powers that other commissions don't have, and those
members and Park and Recreation Advisory Commissioners must also travel to
various sites prior to each meeting. He believes this issue should be considered
with the 1995 budget for potential implementation on January 1, 1995.
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Councilmember Granath supported including this topic with budget discussions.
This will allow the staff and Council to solicit input. He cited the importance and
hard work of all commissions, but stated the primary reason he supports
compensation for Planning Commissioners is their wide scope of work.
ITEM 9-B PROPOSAL TO REDIRECT THE ACTIVITIES AND SCHEDULES
OF ALL STANDING COMMITTEES
Councilmember Granath requested that the City Council consider whether the
activities and schedules of standing cormnittees should be amended. He
recognized the value of the existing committees, but stated that their broad work
could become a burden for staff. He suggested that the work of committees
should be focused so that they are consistent with the Council's goals and desires.
Manager Johnson suggested that the Council could address communication and
accountability of the various commissions to ensure that commission work is
consistent with the direction of the City Council. Each standing committee could
be requested to create a work plan for presentation to the Council at regular
intervals. The Council should seek to have the committee work plans be focused,
achievable, and consistent with the major goals of the City. Each committee could
also be asked to submit proposed communications to the general public and any
significant committee activities involving the general public to the Council in
advance.
Deputy Mayor Helliwell agreed with these suggestions. She suggested a quarterly
or semi-annual work plan from each committee.
Councilmember Edson concurred there should be some coordination between the
work of the committees and the Council's goals and Mission Statement. He
suggested that committees submit annual work plans with quarterly progress
reports to the Council. He also stated that some committees were established with
the idea there would be a sunset on their need and existence. He believes the
Council should evaluate whether each standing committee is still needed, or
whether future sunset dates should be established for some committees.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Edson, seconded by Councilmember
Morrison, to direct the City Manager to prepare a resolution for Council
consideration which would direct each standing committee to prepare a work plan
that is consistent with the goals, objectives, and mission statement of the City, and
to review with the Council proposed communications with the public, and for the
Council to address a sunset review of the City's committees.
Motion carried, five ayes.
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ITEM 9-C CAT ORDINANCE
Councilmember Helliwell referenced a resident's letter in a recent Infonnation
Memorandum and suggested that the Council should consider the licensing of cats.
Public Safety Director Gerdes said that staff is currently evaluating the animal
control ordinance for needed changes.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Morrison, to direct staff to consider cat licensing and control issues along with the
review of the animal control ordinance.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 9-D POOPER SCOOPER ORDINANCE
MOTION was made by Councilmember Helliwell, seconded by Councilmember
Granath, to direct staff to also consider an amendment to the animal control
ordinance that would require pet owners walking their pets to carry a device or
container to pick up pet waste.
Public Safety Director Gerdes stated this requirement is in use by other
conununities.
Motion carried, five ayes.
ITEM 9-E WAYZATA PLYMOUTH CHEMICAL HEALTH COMMISSION
Deputy Mayor Helliwell stated she will be resigning from the Wayzata -Plymouth
Chemical Health Commission, and she requested that the appointment to fill this
vacancy be placed on a future agenda.
ITEM 9-P CITY PROJECT `205 CORRESPONDENCE
Deputy Mayor Helliwell stated when Northwest Blvd. opens, she is concerned
about the need for signalization at the intersection of Northwest Blvd., Pineview
Lane, and County Road 47.
Director Moore stated that the City can request Hennepin County to conduct
traffic studies to determine if signalization is warranted. If the intersection meets
the traffic warrants, the City must pay 75 percent of the installation cost. He will
keep the Council informed of the status of this intersection.
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ITEM 9-G LIBRARY MEETINGS
Deputy Mayor Helliwell stated that the Hennepin County Library Board has
expressed interest in meeting with the Plymouth City Council.
Staff was directed to schedule a 5:30 p.m. Study Session prior to an upcoming
regular meeting.
Manager Johnson stated the likely topics would include an update on the Plymouth
library plans, introduction of the new Library Director, impact of library services
on the community, and the library's future direction.
ITEM 9-H LETTER REGARDING SPEED LIMITS ON ZACHARY LANE
Deputy Mayor Helliwell referenced a letter recently received concerning speed on
Zachary Lane.
Manager Johnson said that several questions were raised in the letter and have
been referred to the City Attorney for response. A report will be provided to the
City Council.
MOTION was made by Councilmember Edson, seconded by Councilmember
Morrison, to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m.
Motion carried, five ayes.
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