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MAY 99 1997
UPCOMING MEETINGS AND EVENTS
1. COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE.-
NOTE:
CHEDULE.
NOTE: Ward 1 Councilmember Tim Bildsoe meets with residents and receives their
comments in the Administration Library, beginning at 6:00 p.m. before each
Council meeting.
MAY 14 7: 00 A. M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE
APPRECIATION BREAKFAST
14900 23`d Avenue N. (M-1)
MAY 14 7:00 P.M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
INTERACTIVE SURVEY WITH
NORTHWEST PLYMOUTH RESIDENTS
Holiday Inn, 3000 Harbor Lane
MAY28 7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
JUNE 4 5:30 P.M. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
MEET WITH PLYMOUTHAREA
HENNEPIN COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Public Safety Training Room
JUNE 4 7:00 P.M. REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Council Chambers
2. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE ON TRANSIT, MONDAY, MAY 12, 6:00 P.M., Medicine
Lake Room. Agenda is attached. (M-2)
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3. PLANNING COMMISSION, TUESDAY, MAY 13, 7: 00 P.M., Council Chambers. Agenda is
attached. (M-3)
4. ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION, TUESDAY MAY 13, 7:00 P.M., Hadley
Lake Room. Agenda is attached. (M-4)
5. HRA, THURSDAY, MAY 15, 7:00 P.M., Medicine Lake Room.
6. PLYMOUTH RECYCLING DAYIPHOSPHORUS--FREE FERTILIZER SALE,
SATURDAY, MAY 17, 9:00 A.M. – 3:30 P. M., 14900 23rd Avenue N.
7. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE ON COMMUNITY POLICING, WEDNESDAY, MAY 21,
6:00 P.M., Public Safety Training Room.
8. D.A.R.E. GRADUATION CEREMONIES — Public Safety Director Gerdes has attached a
list of scheduled D.A.R.E. graduation ceremonies at Plymouth area schools. Councilmembers
should leave a voicemail at 509-5161 to let him know any graduations they may wish to
attend. (M-8)
9. MEETING CALENDARS — May and June meeting calendars are attached. (M-9)
1. MINUTES
a. Environmental Quality Committee Meeting No. 60, April 8, 1997. (I -1a)
b. Park and Recreation Advisory Commission April 10, 1997 meeting. (I -lb)
c. Human Rights Commission May 1, 1997 meeting. (I -lc)
d. Planning Commission April 22, 1997 meeting. (I -1d)
2. NERSARTICLES, RELEASES, PUBLICATIONS, ETC.
a. Invitation to the 1997 League of Minnesota Cities Annual Conference. (I -2a)
b. Plymouth Sun Sailor news article on the April 24"' Plymouth Environmental Fair. (I -2b)
c. League of Minnesota Cities information chart on the impact of LGA and HACA. (I -2c)
d. Notice and information about the Plymouth Historical Society Open House scheduled
for Sunday, May 18, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m., 3595 Fernbrook Lane. (I -2d)
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e. Northwest Community Television news release announcing Cable 12's receipt of a
Northern Lights Communications Award by the Minnesota Association of Government
Communicators for the program Northwest Cities. (I -2e)
f. Municipal Legislative Commission Update on legislative activity. (I -2f)
g. Temporary Cable 37 schedule for replay of the May 7 Council meeting. The replay
schedule will continue through May 28. (1--2g)
3. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS POLICY- CORRESPONDENCE
a. Internet Contact to Public Works Director Fred Moore from Philip and Joy Peterson
expressing concern about the speed humps in Imperial Hills, between 17"' and 18`h
Avenues North. (1-3a)
b. Letter to Leslie Stovring from Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt
responding to concerns about the proposed commercial development for the property at
the southeast corner of Vicksburg Lane and 22"d Avenue. The original Stovring letter is
attached. (I -3b)
c. Internet Contact from Colleen McCann with comments about road conditions at 26`h
Avenue and Highway 101 N. The communication has been forwarded to Public Works
Director Fred Moore for a response. (1--3c)
d. Letter to the Sugar Hills Townhomes Association from Public Works Director Fred
Moore responding to concerns about common areas and waste site areas. The original
correspondence from the association is attached. (1--3d)
A status report on the most recent correspondence is attached. (1-3)
4. CORRESPONDENCE
a. Letter to the City Council from Dennis and Sharlyn Good praising the removal of the
basketball hoop from Lions Club Park. (I -4a)
5. FRIDAY FAX, the League of Minnesota Cities weekly update on legislative activity. (1-5)
We want to
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Thank
It was a o N G, snowy winter.
No one knows that better than those of you who were perched behind the wheels of
snow plows, flooded rinks, provided support for street, trail and park staff members
and answered citizen calls. You withstood gusty winds, ice, record snowfalls and mid-
night wake up calls. Now that it's behind you -- for the next few months, at least -- we
want to celebrate your hard work.
Join us for breakfast on
Wed., May 14, 7:15 a.m. j�i
Where: Maintenance Lunchroom
Hosted By: City Council
Who: All Year Round Employees at Maintenance Facility
The above is a dramatization
of an event known to happen in othercities.
DATE: May 7, 1997
TO: Members of the City Council Subcommittee
FROM: John Sweeney, Transit Administrator
SUBJECT: MARCH 12 MEETING
The City Council Subcommittee on Transit is scheduled to hold a meeting on Monday, May 12 at
6:00 p.m. in the Medicine Lake Room.
The agenda for the meeting is as follows: Please note most materials will be distributed at the
meeting.
I. Call meeting to order - Mayor Joy Tierney.
II. Discussion Re: Local levy option.
• Presentation by Consultant George Bentley
• Handouts.
III. Discussion Re: Tax feathering
• How does it work?
• Relationship of service levels to tax rate.
• Unfeathering impacts/advantages/disadvantages.
IV. Discussion Re: Role of Subcommittee
• What role does the Subcommittee wish to play?
• Potential role model options.
• Role of PACT.
• Current and on-going policy issues.
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V. List of future agenda topics:
A) Continued Discussion Re: Local levy option.
B) Contract extension w/MCTO
• Status of discussions
• Length of requested extension
• Approval required by City
C) Discussion of Section 5310 vehicle:
• How did we come to obtain this vehicle?
• Local cost/responsibility.
0 Possible vehicle uses.
• Fare collection/donations.
D) Discussion of I-494/Hwy. 55 Transit Hub concept.
• Presentation/discussion by Lasher
cc: Fred G. Moore
Kathy Lueckert
Barb Senness
George Bentley
Paul Colton, Metropolitan Council
S.F. April 9, 1997
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® PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA
TUESDAY, MAY 13, 1997 i
WHERE: Plymouth City Center
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CONSENT AGENDA
All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine by the Planning Commission and will be enacted by one
motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Commissioner, citizen or petitioner so requests, in which
event the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in normal sequence on the agenda.
1. CALL TO ORDER 7:00 P.M.
2. PUBLIC FORUM
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
5. *CONSENT AGENDA
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. North Country Properties. Preliminary Plat for three single family dwelling lots on 5.75 acres located
south of South Shore Drive, east of the City of Medicine Lake Fire Department, and west of Bassett
Creek. (97023)
B. Town & Country Caterers. Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment to allow "Special Event and Catering
Restaurants" in the O -R (Office Residential) District. (97032)
C. Alden Ranisate. Fence height Variance to build an eight -foot high solid wall fence along the front lot
line and 38 feet along the north lot line at 1640 Oakview Lane North. (97038)
D. KinderCare Learning Centers, Inc. Site Plan, Conditional Use Permit, Interim Use Permit and
Variances for a daycare facility south of Rockford Road, between Plymouth Boulevard and Vicksburg
Lane. (97040)
E. Reed Denny. Variance to allow a second driveway with a 102 -foot frontage at 3805 Pilgrim Lane
North. (97056)
F. Moen Leuer Construction. Interim Use Permit for deposit of fill on proposed West Glen Corporate
Center located south of 36h Avenue North, east of Rockford Road, north of Highway 55. (97039)
7. OLD BUSINESS
A. Moen Leuer Construction. Preliminary Plat, Site Plan and Conditional Use Permit for construction of
two office/showroom buildings of 82,747 square feet and 56,000 square feet to be known as West Glen
Corporate Center for property located south of 36`h Avenue North, east of Rockford Road, north of
Highway 55. The public hearing on this item was opened for comments and then closed at the Planning
Commission meeting of April 8, 1997. At that same meeting, the Planning Commission tabled the item.
(97012)
8. NEW BUSINESS
9. ADJOURNMENT
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ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE
AGENDA MEETING NO. 61
Tuesday, 7:00 P.M. April 13, 1997
Hadley Lake Room, Plymouth City Hall
7:00 P.M. Call to Order/Chair - Martin Frank
7:05 P.M. Review & Approval of Minutes
7:15 P.M Reports/Updates
7:15 P.M . Bassett Creek Watershed Update: watershed report, location change, citizen
participation.
7:30 P.M. • Native & Aquatic Landscape Project.
7:35 P.M. • Sustainable Communities.
7:45 P.M. . Water Resources Management Plan ( public review & notice, budget item,
street cleaning, storm sewer management.
7:50 P.M. • Environmental Fair Report.
7:45 P.M. a Plymouth Environmental Business Partnership (PBEP):
7:55 P.M. . Fertilizer Sale
8:00 P.M. New Business
• The Bassett Creek canoe trip findings.
Discussion
9:00 P.M Adjourn
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DATE: May 9, 1997
TO: Dwight Johnson, City Manager
FROM: Craig C. Gerdes, Director of Public Safety
SUBJECT: D.A.R.E. GRADUATIONS
Graduations for the D.A.R.E. program are scheduled in seven elementary schools
during late May and early June. At this time, we are asking for Council Members to
indicate any graduation they are planning to attend. A list of the schools, dates,
and times follows for Councilmember information. The change in the Council
Meeting schedule and less than two weeks before the first graduations make a
sign-up sheet unworkable. As such, I am requesting Councilmembers leave me a
voicemail message (509-5161) of any graduations they would like to attend.
Thanks for your assistance.
Graduation Schedule:
Tuesday, May 20tH•
1:30 p.m.
2:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 22nd:
2:00 p.m.
Friday. Mav 23 Id:
2:00 p.m.
Thursday, May 291h:
2:00 p.m.
Monday. June 91h:
10:00 a.m. &
1:30 p.m.
Kimberly Lane Elementary, 17405 Old Rockford Road
Sunset Hill Elementary, 13005 Sunset Trail
Gleason Lake Elementary, 310 County Road 101
Zachary Lane Elementary, 4350 Zachary Lane
Oakwood Elementary, 17340 County Road 6
Plymouth Creek Elementary, 16005 41 st Avenue N
Birchview Elementary, 425 Ranchview Lane
Birchview Elementary
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MINUTES
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMITTEE
Meeting No. 60
Tuesday, April 8, 1997
7:00 p.m.
Members Present: Martin Frank, Bob Swanson, Jeffrey Johnson, David Shea, Rita
O'Donnell, Bridget Jodell and Councilmember Ginny Black
Members Absent:
Others/Staff
Present: John Barten, Hennepin Parks, Staff Ex -officio Shane Missaghi and
Mayor Joy Tierney
Call to Order: The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Martin Frank at
approximately 7:05 p.m.
Review and Approval of Minutes: Minutes of Meeting No. 59 were read, reviewed
and approved with the following correction: on Page 2, Medical Lake was changed to
Medicine Lake. David Shea made a motion to approve the minutes, it was seconded
by Jeff Johnson. The minutes were unanimously approved.
Our Erosion Control Policy fines for its violation and contractor's supervisions were
briefly discussed and members will be update of any changes.
Mr. Frank updated the committee on GAP activity. He has take to GSP's official and
they will wait for our budget in June to include their proposal for 1998. Members
agreed that we should make an agenda item for the month of June to review the 1998
budget, which would include GAP's proposal.
Native and Aquatic Project: EQC members reviewed the agenda item submitted to
the City Council which recommended to allow EQC to use the funds from the
phosphorus free fertilizer sale. The City Council is expected to approve the
recommendation
Fertilizer Sale Arrangement and Fund:. We will not provide delivery of fertilizer as
suggested previously, however, the sale will be done as in previous years. Bridget,
Rita and Jeff have volunteered to attend the first half of the day, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00
p.m., Bob, Martin and Dave have volunteered to attend the second half of the day,
12:00 to 3:30. Martin also volunteered to be at the Environmental Fair to offer
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Plymouth Business Environmental Partnership: Shane gave an update on the
committee activity and shared the results of the survey which was prepared by Margie
and Kris. Margie has acquired a software program which will allow the committee to
publish a bi-monthly newsletter to send to various businesses. Also Kris will be
facilitating the PBEP meeting in the future.
Water Resources Management Plan: Shane updated the committee on the various
meetings the staff has had in carefully reviewing the Water Plan as well as continuous
meetings with the consultants to complete the Water Plan. Most likely the Water Plan
will be submitted to the City Council and EQC before it is made available to the public.
As soon as a working copy is completed it will be available for the EQC to review.
Wetland Management Plan: Our Wetland Management Plan is in process and is
going smoothly.
Environmental Fair Update: We will continue to work with the School district to
plan and organize the activity. Most members agreed to be available during the
Environmental Fair to talk to the public. There were suggestions as to promoting the
event, such as contacting the Star Tribune; sending flyers home with the students;
specific presentation on recycling such as the top ten things to do and not to do.
Information to AMLACN Parkers Lake Annual Newsletter: Everyone felt that it
was important to continue to keep in contact these groups. Both these groups have
shown interest in reviewing our water plan sections which pertain to their area. It was
to investigate the dates of publication of their newsletter and to inform them once our
water plan is completed.
Later in the meeting Mayor Tierney joined us to discuss Bassett Creek Watershed
issues. She explained the issues involved with Golden Valley. She further explained
some working history between the City of Plymouth and the Bassett Creek Watershed.
She explained that the watershed minutes were traditionally provided to the City
Council for review, although there have been some gaps in recent months. She also
stated that she has met with other mayors of the cities in the Bassett Creek Watershed
where they have discussed the need for citizens to be involved with Bassett Creek
Management.
After much consultation and discussion, some suggestions were offered to promote
better communication:
1. Perhaps the Bassett Creek Watershed Meeting Minutes could be provided for
review and studied to see if direct citizen involvement is needed.
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2. To promote greater participation of area citizens.
3. To better advertise and promote the meetings of all the four watersheds within the
City of Plymouth.
4. Continue receiving the minutes of the watersheds by the Council.
5. Perhaps some EQC members can attend watershed meetings to assess citizen input
if direct input is necessary.
Rita suggested that a possibility would be to form a Watershed Advisory Committee.
After further discussion it was agreed for the present, it would be sufficient to get
monthly brief reports of the watersheds activities as well as providing the EQC with the
minutes of the watersheds.
Motion by David to adjourn the meeting at 9:20 p.m. The motion was seconded by
Rita.
Respectively Submitted,
Shane Missaghi
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I
Minutes of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting
April 10, 1997
Page 13
Present: Chair Anderson, Commissioners Fiemann, Johnson, Priebe, Thompson, Wahl, Willegalle; staff
Bisek, Blank and Pederson; Councilmember Wold and Mayor Tierney
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Anderson called the April meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Commissioner Wahl and seconded by Commissioner Thompson to approve
the minutes of the February meeting as presented. The motion carried with all ayes.
3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
a. Athletic Associations. None were present.
b. Staff. Mary discussed the Primavera arts event, which was held the weekend of April 4. One
hundred thirty artists displayed their works at City Hall. The artists ranged from high school
students through adults. There has been some discussion of having art works permanently
displayed at the City Center. The Park and Recreation department has two new clerical people on
the staff. Gerry retired in March. She was replaced by Sheri Moonen, who came with previous
experience in the parks and recreation field. We also have a new seasonal clerical person named
Sheila Langer, who will be with us through August. The recreation division is currently hiring
seasonal summer staff. Summer registration started on April 8. The Shape Up Challenge, a
competitive fitness program among corporations in Plymouth, began the week of April 7. Mary
stated that a new project that's going to be starting in conjunction with Conect is a take off of a
program done in St. Paul involving at -risk teens constructing wooden boats. We will be doing our
own Plymouth version of that. A facility for constructing the boats has been secured and two boats
will be made. The group will be meeting on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-8 p.m. in the double
garage at one of the water tower sites.
4. PAST COUNCIL ACTION
a. The Council and Hennepin Parks have given approval to East Medicine Lake Regional trail plan.
The project will be under construction in late July. The master plan for West Medicine Lake Park
was approved. Council also approved the Park Commission annual report.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. West Medicine Lake Park update. Phase 1 was the acquisition and building of the road. J and K
Contracting has to come back now and upgrade that road. The bridge has not been stained yet.
There's a sidewalk that goes on the east side of the curb that has to be done. Phase 2 is to
relocate water line, dredge beach, and bridge. Phase 3 is grading the rest of the park, building the
additional parking lot, four picnic shelters, trails, playground, and the rest of the amenities. This
park project may be wrapped up by the end of September.
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b. Ice arena/Life Time Fitness update. Director Blank is taking people on a tour Saturday at 9:30
a.m. Workers are laying piping on the practice rink. They will start pouring concrete on April 17. It
has to cure for 30 days. On May 17 the compressors will be turned on to make ice. The first ice
has to be ready by May 27. We will get a temporary occupancy permit. The second rink will
continue to be constructed. That one needs to be completed by July 2 for a major tournament. Life
Time intends to open Memorial Day weekend. Commissioner Fiemann asked about the picketers.
Director Blank explained that it was the glazing union and only affected Life Time's building.
c. Open spaces update. Mark Peterson will be reconvening that group.
d. Elm Creek playfield update. We finished some additional bidding on fencing. Bids on the shelter
building were rejected for a second time. Director Blank said that we need some warm weather
and sun to get the grass growing. The light towers are up. We are ahead of the school district's
work on their fields. They will likely use our fields when school starts in September if theirs are not
done.
e. Continue golf course discussion. Nothing new to report on this item.
f. Regional trail. Staff will be working with Hennepin Parks on helping get the trail through our park.
g. Skateboard park grant update - view videotape. The Park Commission viewed the first half of a
skateboard park videotape. The second half will be viewed at another meeting. Councilmember
Wold thinks we may need two skateboard parks in Plymouth, one in southwest Plymouth and one
in northeast Plymouth. Commissioner Priebe believes that if there is a need, we have the
responsibility to address it. It's important to include in line skaters in this review, also. Whatever is
built should include their needs, too. If they are well located and well designed, kids will use them
rather than going someplace else. Director Blank attended a meeting at the library, and 60 kids
showed up. He spoke to one mom who is the chauffeur for five kids and she takes them all over
town to various skateboard parks, similar to what hockey parents go through. Director Blank
explained that a grant has been submitted in cooperation with the 284 School District. Some
possible sites for locating a skateboard park are somewhere near the ice arena, over by Oakwood
Elementary or near Parkers Lake. Director Blank stated that for $30,000 we can build one.
Burnsville will open their skateboard park in June.
6. NEW BUSINESS..
a. Review trail needs on 19th Avenue adjacent to Imperial Hills Park. Director Blank explained that
the curve along 19th Avenue, near the entrance to Imperial Hills Park, has been identified as a
problem. Cars are picking up speed as they drive down from 20th Avenue and then, being unable
to make the curve, they drive up on private yards, etc. The city has been looking at ways to slow
down the speed. The most recent method was to install speed humps, which they did last August.
The issue here is two fold according to Director Blank—speeding and the safety of pedestrians
coming and going to the park. The existing sidewalk goes up along Peony Lane from County Road
6, and then it turns to the right. From there to the park entrance, there is no sidewalk or trail. The
options are: do nothing, construct an off-road trail, or on -road striped bike lanes on both sides of
the road. Fred Moore and Director Blank have walked this area, but there does not appear to be a
definitive answer. Everyone has a different opinion of the situation. The Council is looking for
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thoughts and ideas on this issue. Director Blank and Mr. Moore are comfortable with on -road bike
lanes on both sides of the street from 20th down to Peony. Neighbors are dubious about that
because of lack of parking once striped lanes are put in. One neighbor is willing to have a sidewalk
go in front of her house explained Mayor Tierney. Commissioner Wahl said there are no speed
humps by the park, and perhaps there should be. Mayor Tierney stated that a four-way stop sign
went in at the 19th and 20th Avenue intersection and has made a considerable difference in
slowing traffic down. Some residents want another speed hump installed. The speed humps are
experimental, and .they may or may not stay. Commissioners asked if a bike lane is necessary on
both sides of the street? Director Blank said yes. Commissioners then asked if there is much day
time parking on that section of road? Mayor Tierney didn't think so. Commissioner Priebe thinks
the road seems too narrow to put in striped lanes on both sides, and he believes it might give
bikers a false sense of -security. He feels better about a sidewalk on one side. There is no stop
sign at the end of the trail where it comes out of the park. Installing one there might help stop the
bicyclists. The neighbors want a stop sign along 19th Avenue, according to Mayor Tierney.
Engineering is not in favor of that, but the Council can override them she said. Commissioners
asked what benefit will a stop sign have at 19th and Peony? Director Blank said they sometimes
work in reverse. People get annoyed if they feel they have to stop needlessly, and they make up
for it by driving even faster. Neighbors coming and going are causing the traffic, not the park's
visitors. 19th is the most often traveled road in and out of that neighborhood. There are no
recorded incidents of injuries or anything with people coming and going to park. Director Blank
said that trails in other parks usually come out onto residential streets. The speed limit on this road
is 30 mph. There's a four-way stop at 20th & 19th. Mayor Tierney suggested trying an off-road trail
from Xanthus/20th Avenue down to Peony. Commissioners asked what the difference is between
sidewalk and trail? A sidewalk is 5 feet wide and trails are 8 feet wide, so a sidewalk might be
more acceptable to the neighbors. Commissioner Wahl suggested going with Director Blank's
recommendation of striped lanes on both sides of the street. It's not as costly as an off-road trail
and may slow down the traffic. Commissioner Priebe stated that he wasn't comfortable with that.
He wanted to know if speed humps were working. Mayor Tierney said they will be checking soon
on how effective the speed humps have been. Mayor Tierney would like to see a sidewalk put in,
but understands that putting the stripe on the road is the least expensive way to go. There will be
another hearing in May about adding more speed humps. Commissioner Fiemann suggested
adding a speed hump near the entrance to the park. Mayor Tierney wanted to know if bike lanes
were put in, could people ask police for special consideration if they were going to have a need to
park on the street? Commissioner Fiemann recommended striping the road on both sides, giving
consideration to another speed hump, and adding another stop sign. Commissioners were in
agreement with this suggestion. Mayor Tierney asked that staff check out whether or not
temporary parking is allowed on the street if there's a bike lane on both sides.
7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION
Commissioner Fiemann asked about the Greenwood school property. Director Blank stated that the
City told the School District if they bought the land and house, the City would help develop it.
Commissioner Wahl asked about a park tour in May. Director Blank said it would be discussed at the
next meeting.
8. STAFF COMMUNICATION
The next activity center meeting is set for April 22 at 7 p.m. Music in Plymouth is July 2.
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9. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9 p.m.
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May 1, 1997
Minutes
Present: Claudelle Carruthers, Mitzi Heath, Harvey Guttmann, Jackie Fraedrich,
Jeff Richards, Frenchie Henderson
Excused: Laurie Levi, Howard Sigal
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 pm.
Approval of Agenda
Harvey Guttmann stated that he had a report on the Random Acts of Kindness
program, and wanted to speak on it under Old Business.
Old Business
Regional School Workshop. Mitzi Heath reported that about 45 registrations had
been received so far, and that more were expected by May 5. At least six high schools
will be present, including students from Forest Lake, Apple Valley, and St. Peter. Jackie
Fraedrich reported that Armstrong and Cooper students would fill the registrations to the
100 limit. The Human Rights Commission asked that Kathy Lueckert see if Mayor Joy
Tierney could present greetings from the city. Jackie. Fraedrich will have Mary Sams
from the Robbinsdale staff provide a closing statement.
Student Membership on Human Rights Commission. Kathy Lueckert reported on
the City Council's discussion of student members on the HRC. She stated that it was the
Council's preference not to appoint from specific school districts, and to open up the
process to students attending private and parochial schools. She said that her
recommendation was for the city council to appoint four students "at large." The HRC
concurred with this recommendation.
Community Education. Mitzi Heath reported that she had met with two
individuals who were interested in volunteering to help with HRC activities. She said
that their main area of interest is working with schools and in the classrooms to talk about
human rights issues. Jackie Fraedrich suggested that one means of helping is to do
fundraising to provide money for classroom speakers. Many school districts have no
money allocated to have quality classroom speakers on diversity issues.
Random Acts of Kindness Program. Harvey Guttmann reported that he had
spoken with several individuals in Alexandria, Minnesota about their equivalent of the
Random Acts of Kindness program. He said that it is an on-going program, and that the
chief of police is an active supporter. He will be receiving a packet of information.
Jackie Fraedrich stated that one of her concerns is that the program is self-directed, rather
than outwardly directed—"look at me, I'm doing something kind." Frenchie Henderson
said that she is concerned that the program be associated with something specific, and
that it reflect positively on the Human Rights Commission. The HRC agreed to discuss
this topic again once Harvey Guttmann receives the information packet.
New Business
There was no new business to come before the HRC.
For Information
Armstrong Hate Mail Incident. Kathy Lueckert called the HRC's attention to the
police report on a hate mail incidents at Armstrong High School. Jackie Fraedrich
reported that the Armstrong Multi -Cultural Committee is aware of the, issue and working
closely with the Plymouth Police Department. She said that the students who have been
acting out have been disciplined, but she is also concerned about prevention and
remediation of such incidents.
Institute on Race and Poverty Seminar. Frenchie Henderson reported on the
seminar she attended, sponsored by the Institute on Race and Poverty. She said it was
extremely informative, and that the Twin Cities area is one of the worst in the nation for
segregation based on race and income. A theme of the seminar was that this segregation
is having a negative impact on schools and achievement levels.
Claudelle Carruthers reported that she had recently talked with Mort Ryweck
from the League of Minnesota Human Rights Commissions. Mort Ryweck just returned
from South Africa, and has many new ideas for human rights commissions.
There being no other business, the meeting adjourned at 9:15 pm.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES
APRIL 22, 1997
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Mike Stulberg, Commissioners John Stoebner,
Allen Ribbe, Bob Stein, Jeff Thompson, and Kim
Koehnen
MEMBERS ABSENT: Commissioner Roger Berkowitz
STAFF PRESENT: Community Development Director Anne Hurlburt,
Planning Supervisor Barb Senness, Planners Shawn Drill,
and John Rask, City Engineer Dan Faulkner, and Clerical
Supervisor Denise Hutt
1. CALL TO ORDER:
2. PUBLIC FORUM:
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
MOTION by Commissioner Koehnen, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe
recommending approval of the April 8, 1997 Planning Commission Minutes. Vote. 3
Ayes. (Commissioners Thompson and Stein abstained.)
5. CONSENT AGENDA:
A. JAMES R. MCCLEARY. (95015)
Site Plan Amendment to construct a 320 -foot long, 16 to 20 -foot high noise wall on the
west side of the Ameridata site located at 10200-5151 Avenue North.
Planning Supervisor gave a brief overview of the revised staff report and resolution.
MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson
recommending approval of a Site Plan Amendment for James McCleary for property
located at 10200 -51St Avenue North. Vote. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried on a
unanimous vote.
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6. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
A. PATRICK BUSCH (97021)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Patrick Busch for a Conditional Use
Permit and Variance to build a single family dwelling on a lot with no frontage on a
public road for property located south of Highway 55, east of Brockton Lane, and
north of Medina Road.
Planner Rask gave an overview of the April 17, 1997 staff report. He presented a
revised resolution noting that Condition #5 was deleted due to the fact that a drainage
easement is not needed at this time. When and if the property is subdivided, the owner
would need to provide the appropriate drainage and utility easements at that time.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Patrick Busch, the petitioner.
Mr. Busch stated that the reason he chose this property was because of its proximity to
his business, and its proximity to the wooded part of the land.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Stoebner
recommending approval of a Conditional Use Permit and Variance for Patrick Busch
for property located north of Medina Road and east of Brockton Lane. Roll Call Vote.
6 Ayes. MOTION carried on a unanimous vote.
B. KENNETH STREETER/TCF FINANCIAL CORPORATION (97027)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Kenneth Streeter/TCF Financial
Corporation for a Site Plan to construct a 4,856 square foot TCF Bank and Variances
from the 20 -foot minimum front yard setback, the 20 percent lot coverage minimum
and for two signs on one lot for property located north of Highway 55, and south of
340' Avenue and Plymouth Boulevard.
Planning Supervisor Senness gave an overview of the April 18, 1997 staff report.
Planning Supervisor Senness stated that the applicant has agreed to one free-standing
sign and one directional sign for the site, consistent with requirements in the Zoning
Ordinance. She suggested that the Commission may want to add a condition requiring
the applicant to submit a new sign plan that is consistent with the Zoning Ordinance
before the item goes to City Council.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Ken Streeter, the petitioner.
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Mr. Streeter explained that their reason for the second (monument) sign is because of
the topography and the difficulty it would cause in seeing the building. He stated that
he is in agreement with the directional sign as suggested by staff. Mr. Streeter stated
that he concurs with the staff report.
Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak on the issue.
MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson
recommending approval of a Site Plan and Variances for building coverage and
building setback for Kenneth Streeter and TCF Financial Corporation for property
located north of Highway 55 and south of 34' Avenue and Plymouth Boulevard.
MOTION to Amend by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner
Koehnen recommending a new Condition #5 in the approving resolution requiring the
applicant to submit a new sign plan consistent with the Zoning Ordinance for one
freestanding sign and one directional sign.
Commissioner Stein asked if the directional sign would replace the applicant's request
for a monument sign. Planning Supervisor Senness replied affirmatively.
Roll Call Vote on MOTION to Amend. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried on a unanimous
vote.
Roll Call Vote on Main MOTION. 6 Ayes. MOTION carried on a unanimous vote.
C. TOBIN REAL ESTATE (97028)
Chairman Stulberg introduced the request by Tobin Real Estate for a Preliminary Plat
to replat Lot 1, Block 1, West Suburban Health Campus together with vacated old
right-of-way into three lots for property located at the northeast corner of Highway 55
and I-494.
Planner Drill gave an overview of the April 17, 1997 staff report
Commissioner Ribbe asked about the reasoning behind the request. Planner Drill
replied that it primarily has to do with the requirements of the lending institutions for
the Phase I and Phase II buildings.
Commissioner Thompson noted that regardless of the reason, it does comply. Planner
Drill replied affirmatively. Planning Supervisor Senness stated that this platting
request is similar to the LifeTime Fitness and the Ice Arena situation..
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Chairman Stulberg opened and closed the public hearing as there was no one present to
speak.
MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Stein
recommending approval of a Preliminary Plat for Tobin Real Estate Company for
property located at the northeast corner of Highway 55 and I-494. Roll Call Vote. 6
Ayes. MOTION carried on a unanimous vote.
8. NEW BUSINESS:
A. KRIS BRANSFORD
Director Hurlburt gave an overview of the April 18, 1997 staff report. Director
Hurlburt stated that State law requires the zoning to be in compliance with the
Comprehensive Plan by the end of 1998.
Chairman Stulberg asked if any applications have been brought forward to the Planning
Commission on the affected parcel since 1988. Director Hurlburt replied negatively.
An informal meeting was held by staff recently, but there has not been an application.
Chairman Stulberg asked if a PUD designation is allowed in LA -2. Director Hurlburt
replied that the current PUD designation allowing commercial use of the property is
not consistent with the LA -2 guiding. A PUD can be in any zoning classification, but
it needs to be in compliance with the Comprehensive Plan.
Commissioner Thompson asked if there was a problem with the parcel that is
designated LA -4 within the PUD, since it has not been developed. Director Hurlburt
replied that the City received an application last Friday for that property.
Commissioner Ribbe asked if any action was taken by the City Council on this property
between 1988 and 1993. Director Hurlburt responded negatively. In March, 1993, the
City Council approved a Concept Plan which consisted of a combination of residential,
commercial, industrial and park uses.
Commissioner Thompson asked if the site would meet the Metropolitan Livable
Communities Act if it remained LA -2 guiding and was rezoned to RSF-3 or RSF-4.
Director Hurlburt answered that if the site was rezoned to RSF-3 it would comply, but
RSF-4 would not. She explained that for detached housing, the Metropolitan Livable
Communities Act encourages two units per acre for unattached housing and 10 units
per acre for attached housing. Under LA -2 guiding, attached housing is not possible to
meet that density goal. Planning Supervisor Senness added that there are numbers
attached to this particular development pertaining to density.
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Director Hurlburt commented that if the Commission decides to schedule a public
hearing, staff would need to look at the numbers of the entire PUD to ascertain if there
is adequate sewer for any change in zoning. There could be some constraints on the
sewer flow depending on the number of homes.
Chairman Stulberg introduced Kris Bransford of 16085-2151 Avenue North.
Ms. Bransford submitted a petition with 329 signatures opposing commercial
development at the southeast corner of Vicksburg Lane and 2211' Avenue.
Jim Chiles of 16120-21" Avenue North stated that the PUD is not in accordance with
the City's Comprehensive Plan. He stated that the residents are concerned with
increased traffic, public safety, noise, and lighting spill. Mr. Chiles commented that
the original PUD adopted in 1977 was for residential. Mr. Chiles stated that
commercial development does not fit with the surrounding character of the
neighborhood and causes public safety problems. Mr. Chiles urged the Commission to
consider rezoning of the property to be brought in conformance with the LA -2 guiding.
He stated that he is opposed to anything higher than LA -2 guiding. He commented that
not all residenctial areas in Plymouth have berms and cited Maple Creek development
as an example. He suggested that there are other options for berming such as a noise
wall.
Chan Handberg of 16090-2151 Avenue stated that commercial development does not fit
with the surrounding character. He commented that most commercial sites are not
surrounded by residential. Mr. Handberg stated that the residents already have several
commercial sites with services available to them within a one mile radius. He
commented that it doesn't make sense to promote "downtown" Plymouth and then put
a commercial site within close proximity. Mr. Handberg is concerned about the
additional traffic that will be created and a potential loitering problem.
Ken Ferguson of 2195 Weston Lane stated his concern for the safety of the children in
the area. He stated that the children will be at a greater risk since Oakwood
Elementary has changed its starting time to pick up children at 7:30 a.m. Mr.
Ferguson stated that they have 232 total students that ride buses, and their
neighborhood has 1.5 school children per house versus the City average of one school-
age child per every two households. Mr. Ferguson commented that Vicksburg Lane
has no left -turn lane, which would not be suitable for a commercial site. Mr. Ferguson
stated that the commercial site at Highway 101 and County Road 6 has experienced
many problems with loitering.
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Ms. Bransford stated that the residents are requesting that the Planning Commission
consider rezoning to be consistent with the Land Use Guide Plan for LA -2. She asked
that the residents be kept informed of procedures and asked what would happen next.
Chairman Stulberg noted that if a public hearing is scheduled, property owners within
500 feet of the site would be notified and a legal notice would be published in the
Plymouth Sun -Sailor.
Kay Marie Colaizy of the Minneapolis Community Development Agency, representing
the property owner, stated that the appraised value is higher for commercial versus
residential. Ms. Colaizy referred to a letter dated August 29, 1997 from their attorney
Bruce Malkerson and stated that their position has not changed. She stated that a
decision was made and reaffirmed by the City Council for the site to be commercial,
and sees no reason to rezone it. Ms. Colaizy stated that the City of Minneapolis has
paid taxes and assessments and invested substantially in the infrastructure. Ms.
Colaizy stated that if any change is made, it should be to reclassify the site from LA -2
to Commercial.
Commissioners Thompson and Stoebner submitted an e-mail message from Patrice
Thaler on April 22, 1997 stating her opposition to the proposed commercial
development.
Pat Hallisey of 4065 Quantico Lane stated that he has a purchase agreement with the
City of Minneapolis to buy and develop the site. He has not submitted a formal
application yet, but is working diligently to conform to the ordinance, so an application
can be submitted. Mr. Hallisey stated that at the time the Zoning Ordinance went to
City Council for approval, he asked how the change would affect the property. He was
assured at that point in time that there was no change in the City's thinking in what was
approved in 1988. Mr. Hallisey stated that he lives near an Amoco station and believes
that residential and commercial can co -exist, and does not adversely affect property
values. Mr. Hallisey said that if the status is changed, it should be commercial.
Anders Myhran of 2145B Shenandoah Court North stated that the prospect of the site
being developed as commercial has already had an adverse affect on his property value.
He said that his townhome was on the market and had two offers fall through because
of hearing that the site may be developed commercial.
Chairman Stulberg asked when he built his home. Mr. Myhran replied in 1992.
Chairman Stulberg commented that the intention of the site has not changed since Mr.
Myhran purchased his home.
Barry Winston of 16005-26`h Avenue North stated that he attended the City Council
meeting in 1988 and asked why commercial development is being proposed and never
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got a good answer. He commented that the only answer he ever received was that
older people needed a place close enough to walk to for shopping.
Tom Hagen of 2405 Black Oaks Lane stated that there is currently enough retail
shopping in the area. Retail development exists to serve the residents and most of the
residents do not want it. He stated that there is already a traffic flow issue between
Dunkirk Lane and Vicksburg Lane and additional retail will increase the traffic flow.
He commented that Mr. Malkerson's letter seemed like a threat to the City, and that it
should not deter the City from doing anything.
Chairman Stulberg stated that City staff and consultants decide how to address traffic
flow issues. He assured Mr. Hagen that the Commission does not consider Mr.
Malkerson's letter a threat. He commented that if the City is taken to court, we, as
residents pay for it.
Dick Bergquist of 2185D Shenandoah Court stated that a commercial site brings a lot
of traffic and noise to the area He tried to find out what was going in before he
purchased his home, but was told no application had been submitted for the site.
Lousie Wahl of 16015-26`h Avenue North stated that all the dollars in the world are not
worth the lives of children. Ms. Wahl commented that it is a residential area and
commercial does not fit.
Teresa Kedzuf of 16110-22' Place North did not think it was necessary to have another
gas station in the area. She stated that it is a major residential area and commercial
does not fit.
Ed Smith of 2235 Xene Lane North stated that there are plenty of high density homes
in the Laukka development already. There is no need to put commercial or high
density on the site. He suggested that the City consider a park for the site.
Kris Bransford stated that the residents are only requesting rezoning to be consistent
with the Land Use Guide Plan LA -2 because the PUD is not in accordance with the
City's Comprehensive Plan; commercial development does not fit with the surrounding
character of the neighborhood; and, safety concerns.
Commissioner Ribbe commented that it is refreshing that citizens express feelings in
advance of a particular proposal. He stated that he appreciates the opportunity to think
ahead about a proposal.
Commissioner Koehnen stated that it would be appropriate to schedule a public
hearing.
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Commissioner Thompson agreed with Commissioner Ribbe that citizens should be
proactive. The rezoning or reguiding has to be done according to State Law. He
stated his preference for acting on the request, and that a pubic hearing would be
appropriate.
MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe
recommending a public hearing be held amending the Land Use Guide Plan to LA -3
and for staff to recommend a specific zoning.
Chairman Stulberg stated that he would have a problem with the motion because you
can't notice that. He said that you need to take action to reguide and rezone to
something specific. Director Hurlburt commented that a legal notice can be published
reguiding to LA -3 and rezoning to RMF -3 or RMF -4, or other options.
Substitute MOTION by Commissioner Thompson, seconded by Commissioner Ribbe
to schedule a public hearing to amend the Land Use Guide Plan from LA -2 to LA -3
and consider rezoning of RMF -2 or RMF -3.
Commissioner Ribbe stated the issue is the character of an existing residential
neighborhood. He commented that there is too much placement of commercial next to
residential areas.
Commissioner Stein said that additional study of the area is needed.
Chairman Stulberg commented that he will not support the motion, as he would prefer
to look at the commercial as it is, and vote it up or down, and then move on and decide
what else it should be.
Roll Call Vote. 5 Ayes. Substitute MOTION carried on a 5-1 Vote. (Chairman
Stulberg voted nay.)
Director Hurlburt asked if there is a date preference for scheduling the public hearing.
Commissioner Thompson answered a hearing should be scheduled after staff has had an
opportunity for analyzing the site and suggesting appropriate zoning options. Director
Hurlburt stated that a notice will go to all property owners within 500 feet of the site
informing them of the public hearing. A legal notice will be published in the Plymouth
Sun -Sailor and a development sign will be placed on the site. Chairman Stulberg
commented that Ms. Bransford should be kept updated on the issue.
Commissioner Koehnen asked what would happen if an application for the site and
public hearing comes before the Planning Commission before this issue comes back to
the Planning Commission. Director Hurlburt explained that this issue does not prevent
anyone from making an application for development. The City has 60 days to act on
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an application, with an option of an additional 60 days. The timing begins when staff
receives a complete application.
OTHER BUSINESS:
Commissioner Ribbe stated that the Park and Recreation Advisory Committee watched
a video on skateboarding at their last meeting.
MOTION by Commissioner Ribbe, seconded by Commissioner Thompson to adjourn.
Vote. 6 Ayes. The meeting was adjourned at 8:59 p.m.
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The April 30 issue of the LMC Cities Bulletin provided you with a chart that illustrated
the impact on cities' HACA and LGA. Although this accurately reflected the impact on
cities, it caused some confusion. The attached chart nets out the impact of the $57 million
shift of city HACA to school HACA. The MLC cities of Apple Valley and Lakeville are
still losers - even after netting the HACA shift.
This chart only reflects the impacts of LGA and HACA. These changes do not directly
translate into property tax reductions, since the amount of additional HACA cities receive
for class rate changes are revenue neutral and do not result in a property tax reduction.
If you have any questions, please call me at 228-9757.
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OPEN HOUSE ?�
"Tar6y Plymouth JGistory Aeptst d"
Sunday,
1:00
SCHEDULE:
1851997
)PM
PROGRAM
1:00 - 4:00
"Early Plymouth
History Revisited"
LOCATION: PLYMOUTH HISTORICAL BUILDING
3595 Fernbrook Lane
Plymouth, MN
We have invited members and their friends to come
and share "Early PlymouthHistory Revisited' : The
program will be informal with anyone and everyone
sharing stories and pictures of the past. I am sure
many of our Senior Citizens have some good stories
of "Early Plymouth'
MUSEUM OPEN -- REFRESHMENTS SERVED
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May 1997 VOLUME XVI NUMBER 1
(plymouth
Museum (Donations
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New additions to our collection:
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Society
• Picture of John Ditter and Laura Jordan
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Donated by: Marian Bauer
open Sunday
• Baby Crib and Doll
House May 18th
Donated by: Kay Bertrand
1-4 p. m.
• Green Throw with Pink Flowers for Baby
Carriage
Donated by: Kay Bertrand
"Early (Plymouth Mistory W§visited'
The program will be informal with anyone
• Oak Dresser with Mirror and Picture of Owner,
Sister Caroline Freund O.S.B.
and everyone sharing stories of the past.
Please bring old pictures of "Early
Donated by: Bernadine Law
Plymouth". We especially invite our Senior
Citizens who have wonderful memories and
. Baby Rattle
stories to share from their pasts.
Donated by: Caroline Henderschied
Please see the attached flyer for more details.
The schedule is as follows:
• Many Old Pictures around Parkers Lake
• A short business meeting at 12:00 to 1:00
Donated by: Harriett Parker Tanner
pm with election of Board of Directors.
• 1902-1903 Graduation Program from
District #48 School
• Program and Open House from 1:00
Donated by: Harriett Parker Tanner
to 4:00 pm.
• Hand Embroidered White Bed Cover
Donated by: Kay Berstrand
FAMILY HISTOR i
The Plymouth Historical Society has quite a few family histories on file. We welcome people to come and
look at them, which may help you trace family roots. The following is a copy of one of the histories on file.
The Neumann's were one of eight families that settled around Medicine Lake in 1858. Those families made
up the Parish of St. Francis (later renamed St. Joseph's). Joseph Neumann and Gertrude Rosch were the first
couple to be married in the new church.
yoseph and Cjertrude Neumann
FIRST LOG CHURCH BRIDE
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Neumann were the first couple married in the old log church at Medicine Lake.
Officers
The following are the present officers:
President
Jim Garvey
559-3047
Vice President
Cork Ornburg
475-0930
Secretary
Mable Swanson
545-7705
Treasurer
Harvey Schiebe
545-6127
DidYou know???
In the early 1880's
the rapidly growing
town of Plymouth
came to realize it
needed a public—
building from
which to carry on its official business.
It was probably in the fall of 1884 that Clem
Menglekoch and Tom Ditter were asked by the
Town Board to see about building a town hall.
Clem was a carpenter and Tom a lather and
plasterer. After much thought and planning, they
drew up plans for a modest white frame building
that could serve the purpose.
The total cost was agreed upon at $2,625 for
everything, from 6" wide shingles to a stove; this
amounted to about $3 per square foot, and was
paid for completely from local taxes.
The idea of building this town hall was
overwhelmingly approved by the townsfolk at a
special meeting held on the lawn of Dan Parker's
house. Those voting "yes" were asked to stand on
the west side and greatly outnumbered those
opposed standing on the east side.
As the two men studied a map of Plymouth, Clem
flicked the ash from his cigar and pointed a long
bony finger at the geographic center of Plymouth
and proceeded to sell Tom on the logic that this
would be a good place to build a building. After
this site was chosen, Charles Farrington donated
some pasture land with the agreement that a fence
be put up to keep his cows from making slippery
spots near the building. The road in front was
soon to be called Town Hall Cross Road.
Board of(Directors
The following is the present Board of Directors:
Name
Telephone
Term
Sharon Anderson
475-1974
1994-1997
Ben G. Broman
559-5721
1994-1997
Alberta Casey
559-9366
1996-1999
Carol Creelman
545-9698
1996-1999
Vern Dotseth
559-3777
1995-1998
Myrtle Eckes
545-6168
1996-1999
Jim Garvey
559-3047
1994-1997
Joe Morris
535-8756
1996-1999
Joyce McCaughey
557-6948
1996-1999
Cork Ornburg
475-0930
1994-1997
Vern Peterson
559-2317
1995-1998
Gary Schiebe
473-4889
1996-1999
Harvey Schiebe
545-6127
1996-1999
Adeline Schmidt
559-2459
1994-1997
Mable Swanson
545-7705
1994-1997
Wanted
The Plymouth Historical Society is looking for:
• Old pictures of Early Plymouth.
• Help cleaning and restoring tools and
equipment in the Carriage House.
• Old children toys for Christmas display.
• Old doll house furniture and furnishings.
• Candle holders to fit an old pump organ.
Construction methods were quite simple
compared to today's complicated ways. No
survey was needed and the building was located
by driving corner stakes so that the least number
of trees would be removed. Neither architect's
plans or inspections were required.
All material had to be hauled by teams of horses
or oxen and many hands put up the structure at a
traditional "Building Bee".
Construction on the building began in the spring
of 1885 and was completed in the late fall of the
same year.■
oseph and Gertrude Neumann brought the following children into this world: Peter, William,
ilizabeth "Lizzy", Jake, Mary, Gertrude, Clement, Catherine and Joseph. The records from St.
oseph's Church show four unnamed children buried in the same plot in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
oseph Neumann's Farm was converted into a Mission Farm. Many locals were employed by
ae Mission farm.
Joseph and Gertrude Neumann's Farm before it became the Mission Farm
Wailing and%fem6ership.Gist
- Attention!! For all those who have
77'T forgot and not paid their 1997 dues (due
by April 1st), we have included a 1997
Membership Dues Form. Please send in the form
or if you have any questions, please call Alberta
Casey, 559-9366.
The annual dues are:
Individual ................... $7.50
Family ...................... $12.00
Lifetime ..................$100.00
Weetings G� Events
• The Plymouth History Fest will be held
Saturday, August 9th at the Plymouth Creek
Park and Plymouth Historical Building. Be sure
to mark your calendar now.
• The monthly meetings are on the fourth
Wednesday of the month at 7:30 in the
Plymouth Historical Society Building.
Dear Member:
This is a reminder that your1997 Annual PLYMOUTH HISTORICAL SOCIETY Dues are
payable by April 1.
We hope you enjoyed the meetings of our Society during the past year, and we thank you in
advance for your continued membership and participation. All members and friends are
invited to our regular meetings which are held on the fourth Wednesday of every month at
7:30 p.m. in the Old Town Hall at 3605 Fernbrook Lane.
Please tear off the lower part of this sheet and send it with your check in the enclosed
envelope. If you itemize deductions on your income tax forms, you may qualify for a
deduction.
Yours truly,
Alberta Casey, Memberships, 559-9366
2740 Larch Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
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Name
Address
City State Zip
Telephone No.
I am interested in helping with:
Cataloging Preservation
Collecting art-facts Programs for meetings
Interviews for oral history Other
Annual Dues: Individual $7.50
Family$12.00
Lifetime $100.00
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CABLE 1211S "NORTHWEST CITIES" WINS AWARD
FROM MINNESOTA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATORS
Northwest Cities, Cable 12's city information program, has been
awarded a Northern Lights Communication Award from the Minnesota
Association of Government Communicators for the second
consecutive year.
The winning entry, "Golden Valley Snowplows", was selected to win
an Award of Excellence in the 1997 competition. This is the
highest award category. "Golden Valley Snowplows" was featured on
Northwest Cities in January 1997. Cable 12 staff involved in the
project were writer/producer Venita Robinson, photographer/editor
Irwin Schreiner, and program coordinator Tim Gaffron.
Awards were presented at the 1997 Northern Lights Award Banquet,
Thursday, May 1, at the St. Paul Radisson Hotel. Keynote speaker
was former Minneapolis City Council member and KSTP talk show
host, Barbara Carlson.
Northwest Cities airs immediately following Cable 12 News.
Replays are at :24 and :54 minutes past the hour with specific
replay times listed on channel 34.
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Northwest Community Television's Cable 12 is part of King
Videocable's channel line-up in 60,000 northwest suburban homes
and covers local news and events happening in Brooklyn Center,
Brooklyn Park, Corcoran, Crystal, Golden Valley, Hanover, Hassan,
Maple Grove, Medicine Lake, New Hope, Osseo, Plymouth,
Robbinsdale, and Rogers.
Brooklyn Center • Brooklyn Park • Corcoran - Crystal - Golden Valley • Hanover • Maple Grove • Medicine Lake • New Hope • Osseo • Plymouth • Robbinsdale • Rogers
MUNICIPAL
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UPDATE 1997-5
TUESDAY, MAY 69 1997
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OMNIBUS TAX BILLS HEAD TO CONFERENCE COMMITTEE
This issue of the MLC Update is devoted to providing you with a comparison of tax
provisions found in the Senate and House Omnibus Tax Bills. Both the House and
Senate have passed a tax bill, and a conference committee has been appointed to work
out the differences. The next issue of the MLC Update will provide you with a
summary of the final bill after it is signed by the governor.
The 1997 House and Senate tax conferees are:
Representative Dee Long (DFL -Minneapolis)
Representative Andy Dawkins (DFL -St. Paul)
Representative Edgar Olson (DFL-Fosst.on)
Representative Ted Winter (DFL -Fulda)
Representative Ron Abrams (R -Minnetonka)
Senator Doug Johnson (DFL -Tower)
Senator John Hottinger (DFL -Mankato)
Senator Jim Vickerman (DFL -Tracy)
Senator Sandy Pappas (DFL -St. Paul)
Senator Bill Belanger (R -Bloomington)
Included in both bills are provisions that (1) apply levy limits to local units of
government, and (2) require a referendum for any levies exceeding the limit. At the
April 16 Board Meeting, the MLC Board of Directors adopted a unanimous position
against levy limits and any form of referenda levies that a apply to cities.
The conference committee began working on May 1 and will likely meet for another ten
days. Messerli & Kramer will be monitoring this legislation closely. If you would like
any additional information, please contact Bob Renner or Jennifer Peterson at 228-
9757.
Much of the information used to create the following comparison was compiled by the
House and Senate Research Departments.
The MLC Updute is prepured hr Robert C. Keener, Jr. and Jennifer J. Peternma
Mexaerli & Krarner P.A., 14.5 Univerxih• Avenue West. Suite 4.50, St. Paul, MN .5.5108
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TO: Kathy Lueckert
FROM: Helen LaFave
SUBJECT: Change in Cable Schedule
Due to the length of the May 7 City Council meeting, I had to temporarily revamp the
schedule for Channel 37. The attached schedule will be in effect through May 28. I've
noted the schedule change on the channel 37 videotext messages.
This Schedule in Effect 5/8/97through 5/28/97
CHANNEL 37 CABLECASTING SCHEDULE
MONDAY
1:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
9:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
5:00 p.m. Replay of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
TUESDAY
1:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
9:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
7:00 p.m. LIVE, as Scheduled - Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
--------------------
WEDNESDAY
1:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
9:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
7:00 p.m. LIVE, as Scheduled Plymouth City Council Meeting
THURSDAY
1:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
9:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
5:00 p.m. Replay of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
FRIDAY
1:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth Planning Commission Meeting
9:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
5:00 p.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
SATURDAY
1:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
9:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
5:00 p.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
SUNDAY
1:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
9:00 a.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
5:00 p.m. Replay of Plymouth City Council Meeting
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Internet Contact
From: Internet Contact
Sent: Tuesday, May 06, 1997 8:40 AM
To: Fred Moore
Subject: FW: Attention Plymouth City Council Members
Fred -
The following is a message received via our Web site. I have acknowledged the Peterson's message via e-mail
and have informed them that you or someone from your staff will get back to them by Tues., May 20.
Please be sure to copy me on your response so that it may be included it in Council Information Memorandum.
Thank,
Jean Lyons
From: Philpete@aol.com[SMTP:Philpete@aol.com]
Sent: Monday, May 05, 1997 8:46 PM
To: Internet Contact
Subject: Attention Plymouth City Council Members
We are writing concerning the speed humps in Imperial Hills.... specifically
the one between 17th and 18th Avenue North. We have been homeowners at
17925 ... 18th Avenue North since 1978. The speed hump was a total surprise to
us when it appeared on September 6th. We had been told that letters had been
sent out in regard to traffic concerns in the area but neither we nor the
dozen or so neighbors that we polled received them.
We agree that something needs to be done to address the speeding concerns
farther north along the curve and can see how it must be a problem for some
to back out of their driveways. We would like to see a solution that does
not create problems for other neighbors.
Our objections are these: 1) The noise pollution... especially bad when any
truck -trailer combination, bus or garbage vehicle drive over it. Our screened
porch, which we used to enjoy, is on the south side of our home and the noise
is especially noticeable there. Some of the noises are startling and can
even be heard with all doors and windows closed.
2) The signage which is required with the speed humps and the visual impact
it gives
driving into our neighborhood. We now have friends and neighbors calling it
"Speed Hump Hills." We have two of the bright yellow signs In our yard. I
think it gives the impression that the people in this neighborhood do not
care about speed and the city has had to go to this extreme to slow us down.
We would be much more in favor of a stop sign and have one on our corner of
18th and Peony. The noise created by a stop sign is nothing compared to the
noise created by the speed hump. Please consider removing the speed hump
between 17th and 18th Avenues North on Peony Lane.
Sincerely, Philip and Joy Peterson
Page 1
Leslie Stovring
2210 Ranchview Lane, Unit 129
Plymouth, MN 55447
Dear Ms. Stovring:
Thank you for your April 30 letter concerning the zoning of the property at the
southeast corner of Vicksburg Lane and 22nd Avenue.
At their April 22 meeting, the Planning Commission voted to hold a public hearing to
consider the possible reguiding of this property from LA -2 (residential, 3 to 6 units per
acre) to LA -3 (residential, 6 to 12 units per acre), and to consider a concurrent
rezoning from PUD to RMF -2 or RMF -3. The public hearing has not yet been
scheduled, but we expect that it may be atthe June 24 Commission meeting. We will
be mailing notices to all property owners within 500 feet of the site at least 10 days
prior to the hearing.
Your letter will be shared with the Planning Commission, and also with the City
Council when they consider this matter.
If you have any questions, please feel free to call Barbara Senness, Planning
Supervisor, at 509-5452. She will be preparing the staff reports concerning this action.
Sincerely,
Anne W. Hurlburt, AICP
Community Development Director
cc: Mayor and City Council
Kathy Lueckert, Assistant City Manager
Barbara Senness, Planning Supervisor
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April 30, 1997
Mayor Joy Tierny
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447
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RE: Proposed Development at the Southeast Corner of Vicksburg Lane and 22nd Avenue
Dear Mayor Tierny:
I am a resident concerned with the proposed commercial development for this property. It is my opinion that another
commercial development is not needed at this location, especially with the new construction'- at the corner of
- Vicksburg and Highway 55 -by the Cub Foods.
I was issued a copy of the Comprehensive Plan for the City of Plymouth when I moved into my townhome
approximately 1 %2 years ago. I was not aware that the Comprehensive Plan and the Zoning Map differed so
dramatically. It appears that I am not alone in this regard. My belief was that this parcel was intended for low -
medium density residential W). Although I realize that City Plans can change, I was not aware that -the City could
write a Guide Plan that was so different than existing zoning.
It is my understanding that the parcel was originally zoned as residential in 1977. This was subsequently changed
in 1983/1988. My family supports the idea of changing the zoning on this parcel to medium to high density
residential to more closely match the Comprehensive Plan which was approved by the Metropolitan Council and
distributed to City residents by the staff.
Concerns
Following are some of my concerns regarding the proposed development.
1. Safety - The immediate area is residential with an emphasis on young families. A walking trail is present
along both Vicksburg and 22nd which many families use for walking to the ball fields or Parker's Lake Park.
The increased traffic and the absence of right and left hand turn lanes at this comer would pose an increased
safety risk to walkers and young children. This would especially be true early in the morning and late in the
afternoon when children are going to or returning home from school.
2. Crime - Strip malls with 24 hour service station/mini-mart combinations are a draw for loitering and crime.
There has already been a drive-by shooting reported at the service station located at County 6 and Highway
101. With the number of young children in this neighborhood, this poses an increased safety risk to residents.
3. Noise - The increased traffic would lead to an increase in the noise and congestion levels on Vicksburg Lane.
The walkway along Vicksburg is somewhat noisy already and this would aggravate the problem greatly.
4. Commercial Development Access - The commercial development areas by Cub Foods at Vicksburg and
Highway 55 are within walking distance for most able-bodied residents. For those who are elderly or
handicapped, this development would likely be too far for most to walk to anyway and good public
transportation is available through the City's Dial -A -Ride, Metro Transit and others.
Proposed Development
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5. Commercial Development Availability - Proposed and current development by Cub Foods includes a day
care facility, a gas station, retail space and restaurants. This is identical to the proposed development at 22nd
and Vicksburg. Duplication of services is not required at this location. In addition, there is the same type of
facility at the corner of County Road 6 and Highway 101 which is also within an easy commuting distance.
6. Wetlands - There is no mention of how the planned development intends to avoid or minimize impacts to the
existing wetlands at this corner. It is my understanding that the developer considers them "low -quality" and
intends to fill them, or a portion of them No stormwater ponding or other incorporation of the natural wetland
system into the storm drainage which will be generated by this development is shown on the proposed
development plan. This is especially critical if a service station is part of the development. There mdU be
surface spillage adjacent to the gas pumps as well as increased fumes and discharge from the increased traffic
through Us area. Protection of the remaining wed -ands, both on this corner_ and !,e oth;;r. 3, reeds to be
considered.
The wetland at this corner appears to be part of a former wetland system over this entire corner. Fragments
of this wetland are at each of the other 3 corners. I would like to see that all efforts are made to maintain this
wetland fragment as much as possible. If fill is required, mitigation efforts on-site should be considered.
Property Values - I am concerned that having a commercial development of this type so close to our
neighborhood could lead to a decrease in property values, especially for those who are immediately adjacent
to the proposed development. The increased congestion, noise, crime and litter could potentially lead to a
significant drop in property values.
Resident Acceptance - A total of 329 signatures were collected between April 15 and April 21 from residents
in Steeplechase, Fox Run and Parker's Lake. The ability to collect such a large number of signatures in such
a short time clearly indicates that the majority of residents in the area are opposed to commercially developing
this site.
The City should not allow itself to be swayed by the Minneapolis Community Development Agency's plans for this
site, a site which it is my understanding they received in a land exchange with no cash outlay for purchase (although
I am certainly not aware of the details of this transaction). The intent to develop this site as commercial should have
been made clear by the MCDA and the City of Plymouth in the Comprehensive Plans distributed to the City residents
before the issue went this far.
I hope you discuss this issue with the Planning Commission and City Council soon, before commercial development
becomes "inevitable" for this site. Please consider changing the zoning for this parcel to residential to better fit into
the character of the area and desires of the existing residents.
Thank you for your time.
Sincerely,
Leslie Stovring
2210 Ranchview Lane, Unit 129
Plymouth, MN 55447
Internet Contact
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Sent: Thursday, May 08, 1997 7:08 AM
To: Internet Contact
Subject: Community Development
Please direct me to the proper channel and resources to pursue this concern
Problem: Western off -shoot of 26th Av, on Hwy 101 (heading North) causes
traffic backups when cars stop to turn (on to 26th heading West). Backed up
cars choose to use the dirt shoulder to pass. Each year cars slide down the
embankment, ACROSS THE WALKING PATH, into my backyard. This is also a dusty,
dirty mess.
Requested Solution: Tarring the shoulder and perhaps adding a curb
Colleen McCann
17735 26th Av. N
Plymouth, MN 55447
449-8690
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May 7, 1997
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Mr. Terrance Moriarity, President
Sugar Hills Townhomes Association, Inc.
3630 Black Oaks Lane N.
Plymouth, MN 55446-2600
SUBJECT: SUGAR HILLS TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT
COMMON AREAS/SITE ISSUES
Dear Mr. Moriarity:
I am responding to your letter of April 15, 1997 concerning common area/site issues in
the Sugar Hill Townhome Development. Since receiving your letter, the City has been
in contact with the developer to have him resolve some of the issues. After an inspection
on Tuesday, May' 6, he had not taken any action as requested by the City. We will
continue follow-up with the developer and, if necessary, implement action to correct the
one erosion problem. The area that needs to be corrected is between 3635 Archer Lane
and 3640 Black Oaks Lane where grading was done late last fall to correct a drainage
problem. Temporary erosion measures need to be done in this area along with final
grading and resodding the area. Since there is a flat area and a vegetation strip adjacent
to the pond, it is very unlikely that much erosion will take place into the pond until this
area is given final grade and sodded.
As referenced in your letter and my previous letter to the homeowners association, the
City has not accepted the ponds within the two common outlots. The City does have a
financial guarantee in place to ensure that the pond cleaning and any necessary erosion
control can be enforced with the developer. The amount of this financial guarantee is
approximately $8,000. If necessary, the City will use all or a portion of these funds to
undertake pond cleaning or erosion control work if not performed by the developer.
In your letter you stated that the developer had transferred ownership of Outlot A and C
to the homeowners association. You wanted to know whether this title action by Harstad
was correct or if the ponds had to be accepted by the City before this action could take
place. This is a legal issue which should be addressed by the representative of the
association. The association bylaws would probably state when transfer of the land could
be made to the association. Even though the ownership of the common area has been
transferred, the City's contract still holds the developer responsible for the pond cleaning
and erosion control.
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Mr. Terrance Moriarity, President
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Another issue you address in you letter was the condition of Outlot C adjacent to 36'
Ave. We agreed that this area has been used to deposit material from the builders of the
townhomes. The developer or someone has graded the boulevard along 36' Avenue and
it is in fairly good condition but there is material that needs to be removed from the slope
between the boulevard area and the pond. The developer will be required to do this
work.
Another issue you raised was concerning landscaping. This is with the trees, plants and
irrigation system. These landscaping items are not associated with any of the public
improvements but were part of the private amenities with the development. The private
amenity issue will be addressed by the Community Development Department. Your
letter was also copied to Anne Hurlburt, Director of this department. The City does
have growing periods which landscaping must survive to be acceptable by the City,
Your last issue was the fire hydrant and water shutoff located between 3670 and 3675
Black Oaks Lane. The fire hydrant is installed correctly by the City Engineering
standards. The top of the hydrant is to be approximately 30 inches above ground. The
"Black Area" your are referring to is the break -off portion of the hydrant in case is hit
by a vehicle. This will allow the hydrant to break off above ground and not damage the
shut-off mechanism which is located approximately 7 feet below the surface of the
ground. The water valve is required to be even with the surface with the ground. These
valves are adjustable and we will inform the developer that is needs to be adjusted to
ground level.
I believe I have responded to and addressed the issues in your letter. It appears that the
homeowners association has had many issues with the developer. Some of these may
involve the City and others may be private matters. At your request, I would be willing
to establish a meeting with the City, the developer and representatives of the Board of
Directors in order that all issues could be outlined and any which involve the City could
be resolved. I would have both the Engineering Department and the Community
Development Department involved in the meeting since some issues may be within the
responsibility of each department.
Sincerely,
Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
enclosure /
cc: 4athy Lueckert, Assistant City Manager (97-33)
Mayor and City Council
Anne Hurlburt, Community Development Director
Darrell Johnson, Sr. Engineering Technician
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SUGAR HILLS TOWNHOMES ASSOCIATION, INC.
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3630 Black Oaks Lane North
Plymouth, Minnesota 55446-2600
(612) 509-9181 - FAX: (612) 537-4569 eno
April 15, 1997
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, MN 55447-1482
ATTN:Mr. Fred G. Moore, P.E.
Director of Public Works
Dear Mr. Moore:
I am writing you with reference to a current situation in
the Sugar Hills Townhome development "common areas" and also
other site issues which remain unresolved at this time.
In your letter of September 12, 1996 to Mr. Don Butler, the
Vice President of our Homeowners Association, you identified
the City's ownership of the storm/drainage system pipes on
the ponds which are a part of the development and that the
property owner would be responsible for sand and/or silt
deposits other than at the entrance or exit locations.
We have had contact with Mr. Darrell Johnson of the City
Engineering Department for assistance because of drainage
problems caused by elevation and/or grading problems on the
site. Drain tile was installed behind my home adjacent to the
long driveway off of Archer Lane and this Spring's snow melt
indicates that that system appears to have helped that
situation.
In conjunction with the above, and of a more pressing nature,
after repeated requests of the developer by Mr. Johnson, the
area between Bob Anderson (3635 Archer Lane No.) and Don
Butler (3640 Black Oaks Lane No.) was regraded just prior to
the first snow last fall. To no one's surprise, there is no
erosion control or silt fencing at this "open cut" and with
Spring rains eminent we are requesting that the City pursue
this situation quickly as the potential for considerable
erosion and damage to the site, the ponds and perhaps to the
storm drainage system is possible.
In your letter, you indicated that the City had not accepted
the ponds from the developer at that time. At a recent
Planning Commission Meeting I believe I heard a statement
that the City Council must release a developer from his
obligations upon completion of a project.
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City of Plymouth April 15, 1997
Mr. Fred G. Moore, P.E. Page 2
Because of the City's oversight in collecting a financial
guarantee for the completion of the project according to the
plan approved by the City, is this release requirement still
true? In early March 1997, I received a copy of a title
transfer to the Association of the properties designated as
Outlot A and Outlot C from Harstad Homes, Inc. Was this title
action by Harstad correct and what if any "acceptance" by the
City has taken place?
There are still a number of outstanding issues in the
development which we are concerned with. The general
condition of the portion of Outlot C adjacent to the South
side of 36th Avenue North. This had been used as a material
storage site during the construction period and remains a
dumping ground for construction waste (concrete, carpet
scraps, a dead tree and sod replaced from the site, a barrel)
and gravel and dirt from somewhere. A general eyesore.
The landscaping issues are still of concern. The proper
number of trees and plants may be consistent with the
approved plan but there continue to be a number of them which
have not survived their transplant or the Winter. Many of the
original plantings and some sodding was done before there was
water available to maintain them. The sprinkling system which
is in the "common area," or Outlot A, still does not function
properly. There are leaks in the system and in the area re-
graded the pipes are broken and torn out of the ground. The
landscaping contractor has indicated that he will only
replace trees and shrubbery one time and if they do not grow,
it is not his problem. Is this acceptable? The final home was
only occupied last Fall.
The last area of concern is relative to a fire hydrant and
water shutoff located on the corner of the property between
3670 and 3675 Black Oaks Lane. The hydrant is mounted on top
of the cast pipe which extends 11" to 12" above the finished
grade and the hydrant is mounted on top of that. The water
pipe extends approximately 6" above grade. Realizing that one
cannot landscape in the area adjacent to a hydrant for
obvious reasons, these present a strange and unattractive
sight and should be corrected. Harstad contends that the
placement was according to City approved plans. It would
appear that the plans or the grading and building elevations
in that area were not placed correctly and someone should be
responsible for correcting the resulting problem.
City of Plymouth
Mr. Fred G. Moore, P.E.
COPY
April 15, 1997
Page 3
To summarize, the purpose of this letter is to address an
immediate situation, the potential problems with the "open
cut" area, and secondly, a number of general concerns
regarding the completion and acceptance of the development
by the City according to the approved plans.
We understand that not all of these issues are directly
related to your office but because the most critical issue
is, we have chosen to list all concerns in the expectation
that you will pass our concerns on to the proper parties and
departments.
Our Association is quite anxious to have these issues
resolved, be done dealing with Harstad Homes and no longer
have the need to contact the City on issues which we feel
should be completed prior to accepting the common areas from
the developer.
The small details and esthetics are important. We want to
improve and enhance the development, protect the investment
we have made, and be able to move on in the enjoyment of our
new homes in Plymouth.
I or other members of the Board of Directors are available to
meet and discuss these issues at your convenience. I can be
reached during the day at my work number, 537-8435.
Yours truly,
SUGAR HILLS TOWNHOMES ASSOCIATION, INC.
TERENCE R. MORIARITY
President
cc: Tim Bildsoe, Ward 1 Councilperson
Judy Johnson, At -large Councilperson
Dwight Johnson, City Manager
Anne Hurlburt, Community Development Director
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Public Safety Department
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
City of Plymouth
Park and Recreation Board
3400 Plymouth Boulevard
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Plymouth City Council
3400 Plymouth Boulevard'
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
Ladies and Gentlemen:
Dennis and Sharlyn Good
1420 Juneau Lane North
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447
May 6, 1997
Re: Lions Club Park, Plymouth
We write today, as residents of Plymouth, to commend
whichever one of your organizations that made the final decision to
remove the basketball hoop from the Lions Club Park. Our property
borders the park on the northwest side. We moved into this
residence last summer (July) of 1996. We have three children and
were thrilled with Plymouth and its beautiful Parkers Lake
Pavillion and park area, the walking trail right next to our
property, the lake views, the trees and, of course, the Lions Club
Park which would adjoin our yard. We were told what a wonderful
"family" park this was by long-time residents.
Toward the fall of 1996, however, we and other residents
began to notice an increasing number of teens that began to "hang
out" at the park. It became an easy place to come to smoke and
congregate to play basketball, seemingly, without many other adults
around at certain points in the day. We began to notice suspicious
cars parked on the small, dirt "parking lot" which adjoins our
property. These vehicles seemed "suspicious" because they would
appear each Tuesday afternoon at approximately 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Specifically, a white vehicle with two or more adult males would
May 6, 1997
Page 2
appear. Over a span of approximately 45 minutes, other vehicles
(usually appearing to hold juvenile boys) would appear, park close
together, and talk through the open windows for approximately 15
minutes at a time and leave. Sharlyn would walk to get the
children from the bus stop and would feel very threatened by these
cars as they would park as close to the trees on our property as
possible ( as though they were trying to go unnoticed by passing
traffic on 14th Avenue). In her first encounter with the Plymouth
Police Department as a new resident, Sharlyn called 9-1-1. She was
greeted by an operator who became abrupt over the call after being
told of the situation and told Sharlyn, "that is what a park is
for". An officer responded much later, after the car had left.
Before the basketball hoop was taken down (this spring),
we noticed that often there were cigarette containers, buts and
garbage (fast food wrappers and containers, and on two occasions,
used condoms), stuffed into the trees between our property and the
park. The garbage was not there in the evening, but was there by
morning. This tells us that it had been left there by people who
parked there after dark (and after closing hours of the park).
The teens returned, in larger numbers this spring.
Anywhere from 8-20 teens were at the basketball hoop when Sharlyn
arrived home from work at 2:45 p.m. Sharlyn passed through the
park (on the walking trail) to greet our children coming off the
bus on 14th Avenue at approximately 3:40 p.m. Each day as our
children would pass the teens to return to our home, they listened
to loud foul language and felt very intimidated by the teens.
Neighbors have been seen scrubbing graffiti which seemed to be
added daily to the decor of the park.
Some days the teens would drive their vehicles up onto
the park, they would climb onto the hoop, a large amount of garbage
and cigarette buts were left (This garbage was usually seen being
picked up by neighborhood residents, including ourselves. In one
instance, the 5th grade class from Birchview donated their time to
pick up after the teens). The cars would travel extremely fast
along the very dangerous, lightly controlled intersection of 14th
Avenue and Juneau Lane North (we do strongly believe there should
be a four-way stop at this particular intersection).
Teens pulled into the parking lot (to see who else was
around). If they found no one playing basketball, they would
squeal out a u -turn and head back to County Road 6, at excess
speeds. In one instance which was reported by a 9-1-1 call, the
teens came so fast up the hill on 14th toward the park's main
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May 6, 1997
Page 3
parking lot (and they have enough time to gain that speed coming
from County Road 6 because there is not a stop sign at the
intersection previously described) that they had to come to a
screeching hult to stop for the school bus which plainly had its
stop arm out and the driver had to hastily honk his horn to get the
teens to see him. They managed to slide to a stop, after passing
the bus by approximately six feet. If our children had been
crossing at this point, the outcome would have been grave. As
parents, this is when we became very angry about the situation.
On April 28, on the way out to the bus, Sharlyn and the
children were met by smoking teens "hangin' at the hoop" and in the
parking lot at 8:40 a.m. These teens were found to be skipping
school and were escorted back by a police officer who was called
through a 9-1-1 report. We are very curious as to what their
punishment for skipping school was because the same kids in the
same cars were back at the hoop at 2:45 that same afternoon.
One neighbor reported that his young son had been
approached to buy some "pot". One early morning other neighbors
awoke to a juvenile who was "dropped off" at the park and was lying
on the ground (on a day cold enough to cause hypothermia) and was
overdosed on drugs. His pants were down to his ankles and shoes
lying beside him. He had no identification. They called 9-1-1 and
the ambulance took him to a nearby hospital. Another neighbor
called 9-1-1 when she smelled marijuana in her backyard and it was
found that juveniles were smoking at the park.
The unsupervision of these teens at this "hang-out" was
not good for anyone involved. It was not good for the families
wanting to use the park. It was not good for the teens themselves.
If we let a situation such as this escalate and close our eyes
because we have "other things of more priority", we are failing
these kids, and we are failing the community people who pay their
taxes to keep their parks maintained, safe and a good place to come
and to bring their children and grandchildren.
Thank you for being on top of this situation. People at
the park are speaking highly of how the situation was handled. The
Lions Club Park has regained its "peaceful" atmosphere to which
drew us to this place to begin with. Families that left because of
the teens are now back. Neighbors have swept up the cigarette buts
and picked up the garbage and it is not returning! We have
regained our confidence that we made the right move to choose
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Plymouth to change residences to. Good Job!
Ver ruly yours,
�;S,harlyn a d Dennis Good
p.s. If there is anything we, as residents, can do to facilitate
the four-way stop at the intersection near Juneau Lane and 14th,
please let us know. It would be a wonderful way to add to the
safety of the park and the trail system!
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LMCW--- Y Ax --FRIDA Vol. 2, No. 17
tV;W, o v «� " A weekly legislative update from the League of Minnesota Cities May 9, 1997
Amendment would prohibit formation of
local government nonprofits
The House Tax Committee
has suggested prohibiting the
formation of for profit or nonprofit
corporations by local governments
except in certain specific situa-
tions. The proposal is in response
to reports of past abuses by
counties which have formed
corporations for a variety of
purposes.
The State Auditor's office
suggested the amendment to S.F.
1754 (Rest -DFL -New Hope), a bill
dealing with public finance author-
ity. The State Auditor's staff have
alleged that these corporations are
established primarily to avoid
statutory restrictions on local
government activities such as the
data practices act, open meetings
law, and the public official gift ban.
The amendment states that a
"county, home rule charter city,
statutory city, town, school district,
or other political subdivision may
not create a'corporation, whether
for profit or not for profit, unless
explicitly authorized to do so by
law."
The amendment would not
affect firefighter relief associations
and some activities of housing and
redevelopment authorities be-
cause there is explicit authority for
these entities.
The bill is aimed at preventing
local governments and their
private consultants from cleverly
avoiding statutory safeguards and
restrictions. However, the bill will
have a direct and limiting impact
on cities and other local govern-
ments looking to incorporate for
legitimate reasons.
League staff and other city
representatives need to know of
any situations that may be prohib-
ited by the proposal. Unless we
can show that the amendment will
impair the effective delivery of
public services the Senate is likely
to accept the amendment when
the House returns the bill next
week. Please contact Gary
Carlson or Joel Jamnik at (612)
281-1200 if your city has formed a
private for profit or nonprofit
corporation that may be affected.
Flood Information
The Minnesota Department
of Revenue has issued the
first 1997 LGA and HACA
payments to local governments
in the 55 -county federal flood
disaster area. Cities within the
affected area should be receiv-
ing their payments within the
next few days.
The League is still working
to match flood -affected city
needs with the many offers of
help from other cities. Those
cities needing help, please
continue to call the League as
needs arise. Those wishing to
help: Please be patient. This
is a long term process.
Tax conferees reach agreement on TIF
The Tax Conference Commit-
tee has agreed on the TIF provi-
sions that will be included in the
final omnibus tax bill.
The agreement includes
pieces of both the House and
Senate tax bills, but perhaps the
most interesting idea was never
introduced as a bill. The proposal
would create a 12 -member, joint
legislative task force to recodify
the TIF statutes and combine the
development authority laws into
one common development author-
ity with uniform powers.
House bill provisions include
abatement authority, interior
inspection requirement, definition
of increment, soils condition
district duration extension, small
cities economic development
districts authorization for commer-
cial and qualified border retail
facilities, indexing of economic
development district original net
tax capacity, and written records
for blight criteria.
The provisions from the
Senate bill include redevelopment
district spending limits (specifies
that the list is not exclusive) and
elimination of fiscal disparities
"option A" for economic develop-
ment districts only.
City -specific legislation is
included in the agreement only
where the provision appeared in
both omnibus bills. Any provision
not mentioned will apparently not
be included in the final tax bill.
DATE: May 4, 1997
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Dwight D. Johnson, City Manager
SUBJECT: Attendance at ICMA Conference in September
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City Management Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia, from September 13th
through September 16`''. I will plan to be home for the Wednesday, September 17'
Council meeting. This is the one out of state conference I attend each year. This year,
I have been tentatively asked to be a speaker about our public-private partnership with
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The Honorable Jim Nilend �` °�'
Chair, Community Development Committee
307 Clty Hail
Minneapolis, MN 66415
RE: City Owned Land in The City of Plymouth, Lot 1, Block 1, Parkers take North Sth
Addition. Request For Authorization To Pursue Challenge Of Plymouth Rezoning
Action And Hire Private Counsel For This Matter
PREVIOUS DIRECTIVES: In 1984, the City of Minneapolis designated the Minneapolis
Community Development Agency, ("MCDA"), as its agent to sell the City owned land in
the City of Plymouth, In November of 1996, the city Council approved a sale of Lot 1,
Block 1, Parkers Lake North 5th Addition,
I NEIGHBORHOOD GROUP NOTIFICATION; Not applicable.
I PREVIOUS DIRECTIVES: None.
I NEIGHBORHOOD GROUP NOTIFICATION: Not applicable.
I CONSISTENCY WITH FOCUS MCDA: Not applicable,
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMPLIANCE: Not applicable.
(ZONING CODE COMPLIANCE: Not applicable.
IMPACT ON MCDA BUDGET: Revenues from the sale of the subject property will be
deposited into City funds, A portion of those funds will be used to reimburse the MCDA
costs of marketing the property,
DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES: Not applicable.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMPLIANCE: Any contracts entered Into will comply with the
Agency's and the Clty's affirmative Action programs.
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April 28, 1997
Subject: City Owned Land In the City of Plymouth: Lot 1, Block 1, Parkers take North
5th Addition.
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RECOMMENDATION: it Is recommended that the Minneapolis City Council:
1. Authorize staff to pursue a challenge, up to and including litigation, of the City of
Plymouth's proposed rezoning of the City of Minneapolis' commercial land holding in
j the City of Plymouth; and
2• Authorize the MCRA, as agent for the City of Minneapolis, to hire outside counsel to
handle this challenge, both at the administrative hearings and any subsequent
Dear Council Member Niland:
On April 22, 1997, the Plymouth Planning Commission requested its Staff to set a public
hearing to consider amending Its comprehensive plan and zoning code to unilaterally
rezone our commercial parcel to either low density residential or medium density
residential.
MCDA Staff, a City Attorney and the proposed purchaser were in attendance. Although
no date was set for this hearing, Plymouth staff discussed a date in late May. This
action, if taken, will reduce the value of that site dramatically, In comparing the current
appraisals for that parcel, ($2.90 p.s.f.) and the high density residential p rcer. o �
across the street ($1,40 p.s.f.), we stand to lose $266,000. ' 1•
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There are a number of bases upon which to challenge Plymouth's proposed action,
The MPUD is a development plan, which we have rolled on for over a decade.
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Plymouth has on a number of occasions, confirmed the commercial designation of this
site. The City of Minneapolis has made substantial Investments in the Parkers Lake
PUD, both in speelal assessments, taxes, land dedi n and-irkstructure a,
rovements. a 06mmereta4mrWTnaturally was to be developed las- Me - -,,
des g es a neighborhood commercial site, and could evelo ed until thi
was a no' rt it it also, incidents y, is the moat valuable par
it% development. If they choose to unilaterally change the comprehensive plan and
MPUD, they should compensate us for that change.
In 1994, Plymouth considered the same action and their City Attorney advised that the
rezoning would constitute a taking. Staff recommends that we hire outside counsel for
this matter. This matter would best be handled by someone with a strong background
in suburban development issues:
This is time sensitive, We will need to do quite a bit of work to prepare for the planning
commission hearing, and it would be best for one attomey to handle both the hearing
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Subject: City awned Land in the City of Plymouth: Lot 1, Block 1, Parkers Lek$ North
5th Addition,
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and Any Subsequent litigation, so that they can prepare an administrative record that
will support their subsequent work.
RECOMMENDATION: It Is recommended that the Minneapolls City Council;
1 • Authorize staff to pursue a challenge, up to and Including litigation, of the Clty of
Plymouth's proposed rezoning of the City of Minneapolis' commercial land holding in
the Clty of Plymouth; and
2. Authorize the MCRA, as agent for the City of Minneapolis, to hire outside counsel to
handle this challenge, both at the administrative hearings and any subsequent
litigation.
Sincerely,
Rebecca Yanisch
Executive Director
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MAY 12 '97 11:15AM CITY CLERK
P.4
Comm Dev - Your Committee, having under consideration the City of Minneapolis commercial
fond hofding in the City of Plymouth (Lot 1, Block 1, Parkers Lake North 8th Addition) and the
proposed rezoning of said land by the City of Plymouth (Petn No 282707), now recommends:
1. That staff of the Minneapolis Community Development Agency (MCRA) be authorized to
pursue a challenge, up to and including litigation, of Plymouth's proposed rezoning; and
2. That the MCDA, as agent for the City of Minneapolis, be authorized to hire outside counsel
to handle this challenge, both at the administrative hearings and any subsequent litigation,
Adopted. Yeas, 19; Nays, none.
Passed May 9, 1997.
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May 5, 1997
Dwight Johnson, City Manager
Joy Tierney, Mayor and
City Council Members
City of Plymouth
3400 Plymouth Blvd.
Plymouth,' MN 55447-1482
RE: J & S Recycling (Can Do) Compliance with Zoning Ordinance
We have been trying to work with the City of Plymouth for more than
2 years regarding the above named waste facility located in the
back warehouse at 3435 N. Co. Rd. 18, Plymouth, Minnesota. We have
repeatedly asked the city to enforce the zoning ordinances and
require this business to move to a properly zoned site. As of this
time we know of no action the city has taken regarding this matter.
We are demanding written answers within 10 days to the following
listed questions. Please give written notice of each question
asked.
1.' Why is the city allowing our Employees, Lessee's, Clients,
passerby's and ourselves to be subjected to dangerous and
hazardous conditions including broken glass, blowing cans,
roaches, bees, wasps, ants, extreme noise, extreme obnoxious
stench, rodents, blowing debris, liquid waste running on our
property, fumes, declining property values, abandoned cars,
graffiti and other problems?
2. Why is the city requiring some business's to obtain conditional
use permits while others are not required?
3. Why does the city not enforce its ordinances?
4. Why does the city play favoritism to certain -business's and
people while requiring compliance from others?
5. What can we all do to make this a safe, fair, clean, quiet
and enjoyable city to live and work in?
6. On what exact date may we see complete relief from this
problem?
continued.....
If we do not receive a satisfactory answer to all of our questions
within 10 days, we will and are prepared to seek immediate relief
through the courts.
Thank you for allowing us to speak.
Sincerely
Wend Ma er
Owne , Dogs Grooming
Faina Albert
Vice President, Arkady's Market
Nancy Wa ner
Building Owner
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Scott Henderson
Building Owner
Audra Cl rk
Owner, Wandering Spirits
Greg Wagner
Executive Vice President -
Mid -Co A/V, Inc.
Joseph Wagner
Bui lding�'O)wner
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cc: Mike Freeman, County Attorney
Skip Humphrey, Attorney General
Roger Knutson, City Attorney
OSHA, Department of Labor and Industry
save: Can Do
WENDY MARHIMER
546-8676
3431 Highway 169
Plymouth, MN
FAINA ALBERT
544-9000
3435 Highway 169
Plymouth, MN
SCOTT HENDERSON
650-6339
3431 Highway 169
Plymouth, MN
AUDRA CLARK
593-9462
3435 Highway 169
Plymouth, MN
NANCY WAGNER
544-3375
3440 Kilmer Lane N
Plymouth, MN
JOSEPH WAGNER
544-3375
3440 Kilmer Lane N
Plymouth, MN
GREG WAGNER
544-3375
3440 Kilmer Lane N
Plymouth, MN