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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 Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 2 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 3 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 4 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 5 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 6 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 7 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 8 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 9 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 10 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 11 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 12 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 13 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 14 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. Regular Council Meeting August 15, 1994 Page 15 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. t 2AWJJ40 Clerk